•XCF Global, Southern Energy Renewables, and DevvStream signed a definitive business combination agreement to create a next-generation energy platform.
•The merged entity focuses on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), carbon management, and environmental asset monetization.
•The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) is partnering with AWS and Microsoft to migrate its core market and digital market infrastructure to the public cloud.
•DTCC will use AWS for its core systems and expand its partnership with Microsoft for its digital assets business, including migrating Digital Launchpad to Azure.
•The initiative aims to modernize core clearance and settlement systems and risk applications, enhancing operational resilience and supporting the adoption of advanced AI capabilities.
•Energy Fuels Inc. appointed Ross R. Bhappu as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 15, 2026.
•Bhappu, who has served as President since August 2025, succeeds Mark S. Chalmers, who is retiring after over eight years as CEO.
•The transition marks a new growth phase for the company, including initiatives like mine permitting, expansion of the White Mesa Mill, and an acquisition to expand into rare earth element (REE) metal and alloy making.
•The US Senate, led by Republicans, blocked a recent attempt to pass a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's authority to conduct military operations against Iran without congressional approval.
