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September 27, 2026

Sunday Reading — 27 Sep 2026

PNOE’s new face mask wants to make lab-grade breath testing a self-serve affair · Exxon Signs Shale Deal With Azerbaijan for Middle Kura Basin

PNOE’s new face mask wants to make lab-grade breath testing a self-serve affair ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌
Morning Brief
Sunday edition · no markets today
 
Sunday, 27 September 2026
No markets today · Eight pieces from the week · One line worth keeping
Global markets
 
As of the close on 24 Sep 2026
Overnight
S&P 500 (SPY) +0.60%; Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) +3.37%
Macro
BTC +4.61%; ETH +2.95%
Crypto
 
BTC
$84,505
+0.55%
ETH
$2,703
+0.37%
Eight pieces from the week
 
01
PNOE’s new face mask wants to make lab-grade breath testing a self-serve affair
PNOĒ 2.0 launch on October 1 allows users to self-administer breath oxygen and carbon dioxide testing in eight minutes, eliminating need for trained operators.
Startups · 5 min
02
Exxon Signs Shale Deal With Azerbaijan for Middle Kura Basin
ExxonMobil agreed to extract oil and natural gas from Azerbaijan's shale fields using its fracking expertise.
Technology
03
Same playbook, different numbers: Why FPI selling may not be the story it looks like
FPI equity outflows of Rs 11,490 crore masked stronger inflows when accounting for primary market participation and settled data showing Rs 3,843 crore net inflow.
Markets · 5 min
04
USPS warns of Indianapolis, Louisville delays due to facility upgrades
USPS installing new package sorting equipment at Indianapolis and Louisville facilities will cause temporary delays but improve peak season operations.
Logistics · 2 min
05
Google tests buying from Walmart-owned Flipkart through Gemini and AI Mode in India
Google testing direct purchase capability from Flipkart through Gemini and AI Mode in India, with rollout planned for October ahead of festive season.
Startups · 3 min
06
J Infratech files IPO papers; eyes Rs 600 cr via fresh issue
J Infratech filed for IPO comprising Rs 600 crore fresh issue and 1 crore promoter share offer, with proceeds for working capital and debt repayment.
Markets · 1 min
07
Deel Dealt New Setbacks in Rippling Case Over Alleged Spying
Deel Inc. was hit with new setbacks in Rippling Inc.’s corporate espionage litigation against the HR startup.
Technology
08
6 food manufacturers talk supply chain tactics
Six food manufacturers reported supply chain cost-cutting initiatives including Constellation's $200 million savings and McCormick's $240 million procurement cost reduction.
Logistics · 4 min
 
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