Tech futures are trading 0.46% higher in mid-day action, supported by M&A activity in the software sector. Increased consolidation has sparked expectations of efficiency gains, boosting sentiment in futures markets. Obviously, you know the first three. Arians has been front and center, letting everyone know he’s involved in this search. Foster is one of the greatest defensive coordinators in college football history. He remains close to the program, while Royal, a former Virginia Tech star, like Arians, now works in the media. Buncombe County Commissioners are in support, approving a budget amendment for a $5 million grant match for the community colleges' "WNC Futures Factory Project". Futures tied to the Nasdaq tech sector gained 0.55% overnight as major earnings beats from cybersecurity leaders lifted sentiment. The breakout above 14,980 levels could signal a continuation of the month-long rally. Options data shows increased call volume, suggesting traders are positioning for further tech upside ahead of next week’s central bank meeting.