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Dallas, Texas Ranked No. 1 Primary Data Market in the World

William Attardi on May 28, 2026

Driven by accelerating AI adoption, cloud computing demand and digital infrastructure investment, global capacity under construction approached 31.7 gigawatts (GW) in 2025, more than doubling from 12.5GW reported in the prior edition of the report. At the same time, developers, occupiers and investors are facing intensifying constraints tied to power availability, land use, permitting timelines and growing regulatory scrutiny. The report analyzes 107 global markets across 24 variables tied to commercial real estate fundamentals, power infrastructure, development activity, regulation and operational risk and provides a more forward looking approach to evaluate market dynamics than previous editions. Cushman & Wakefield – Dallas, Texas Ranked No. 1 Primary Data Market in the World as AI Demand, Power Constraints and Regulation Reshape CRE Strategy

AI Is Enabling the Next Generation of Distributor Workflows by Michael Delgado

William Attardi on May 26, 2026

Workflows at distributors have been more or less the same for decades. Quoting, order entry, PO tracking and invoicing still rely on emails, spreadsheets and ERPs with manual effort expected to close the gap. That model worked when volumes were lower and expectations were more forgiving, but the world is changing.AI does not just speed up existing processes, it changes where the work starts. Instead of manually decoding customer requests from zero, teams can rely on AI to interpret imprecise inputs and return accurate product matches. Translating requests into usable data becomes a background process that happens before a request ever reaches a sales rep. AI also has a level of adaptability that traditional software lacks. It learns over time, picking up on customer preferences and surfacing relevant SKUs and frequently ordered items preemptively. The result is a faster, more accurate quoting process, and reps who are free to spend time with customers instead of spreadsheets. AI has moved from a competitive advantage to a baseline requirement to keep pace. AI Is Enabling the Next Generation of Distributor Workflows | Electrical Wholesaling

NEMRA Lighting Summit 26 – October 15th – October 17th – Hilton Anatole | Dallas, TX

William Attardi on May 20, 2026

The NEMRA Lighting Summit is designed specifically for Lighting Agencies and Representatives and Lighting & Controls Manufacturers. The summit provides an exclusive setting for structured business planning and strategy, with an emphasis on strengthening Manufacturer–Agent partnerships. Designed for high-value business planning, the Summit brings Manufacturer–Agent partners together to align strategy, strengthen relationships, and plan for 2027, all in one location. The cornerstone of the Summit is the One-on-One strategic planning sessions between Agencies and Manufacturers. These meetings are designed to review performance, set goals, and align on strategies for the coming business year. Home – NEMRA Lighting Summit 26

DALI Alliance to Host Third Annual DALI North America Summit in Dallas

William Attardi on May 2, 2026

The DALI Alliance announces that its 3rd Annual DALI North America Summit will take place September 16 and 17 in Dallas, Texas, alongside ArchLIGHT Summit, the commercial and architectural lighting event held September 15 and 16 at Dallas Market Center. The DALI Summit brings together lighting designers, manufacturers, integrators, and technology providers to explore the latest developments in standardized lighting control and smart building integration. The event continues to grow as a key forum for advancing interoperability, data-driven lighting, and the role of lighting within connected building systems.  DALI Alliance to Host 3rd Annual DALI North America Summit in Dallas | EC&M

Dallas Fed Survey: War Uncertainty Capping Firms’ Ambitions by Geert De Lombaerde

William Attardi on March 27, 2026

Seven out of 10 oil-and-gas executives surveyed by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas think the price of a barrel of West Texas Intermediate (WTI), which flirted with $100 in the last 2 weeks, will finish 2026 below $80. But with the war with Iran “wreaking havoc” in commodity markets, most firms aren’t rushing to overhaul their 2026 production plans.Fed researchers’ quarterly survey of industry players from about 130 companies in Texas and parts of Louisiana and New Mexico showed that the average WTI price forecast for year-end is around $74. That’s up significantly from the $62 outlook from 3 months ago and well below the roughly $94/bbl at which WTI was being priced during the Fed’s survey period earlier this month. At $74, WTI would also be at a price high enough for most production to be profitable. Executives are more positive about the mid- and longer-term price outlook for natural gas than they are for oil. Dallas Fed survey: War uncertainty capping firms’ ambitions | Oil & Gas Journal

For more details from the survey, click here.

The Creator of Baby Ruth Actually Sued Babe Ruth –The Baby Ruth candy bar was created by the Curtiss Candy Company in 1920 — the same year that baseball legend Babe Ruth hit a then-record 54 home runs. But the Great Bambino was irked that the company was selling a candy bar with such a similar name to his own without offering him any royalties. Rather than take the Curtiss Candy Company to court, the Sultan of Swat decided to make his own candy bar, and in 1926 he debuted Ruth’s Home Run bar. The Curtiss Candy Company responded by turning the tables and taking Ruth to court. They accused the slugger of trying to steal their trademark and capitalize on the success of their brand. In a 1931 deposition, Curtiss founder Otto Schnering insisted the candy was named after “Baby Ruth” Cleveland — the daughter of President Grover Cleveland.  He also attested that the company came up with the name in 1919 before the baseball player had become a household name and that the name was merely coincidental. While the validity of those claims is disputed to this day, the court nonetheless ruled in favor of the candy company, forcing Ruth to end his foray into the world of candy.