STRASBOURG, France (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to outline his vision for the future of Europe as he addresses the European Parliament. In his speech to European lawmakers Tuesday in Strasbourg, France, Macron will launch a drive to seek European citizens’ opinions on the European Union’s future. Macron said in a television […]
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France’s Macron to outline his vision for Europe
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France's Macron to outline his vision for Europe
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to outline his vision for the future of Europe as he addresses the European Parliament.
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The Startup Competition for Deep Tech Scaleups: The EIT Digital Challenge 2018
BRUSSELS, April 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- EIT Digital invites European deep tech companies to enter its contest to win international growth support Who will become Europe's next tech success story?...
Reported by FinanzNachrichten.de 3 minutes ago.
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PTC Network Inks a 15-channel Deal with Amagi, Embraces Cloud Technology for Broadcast
PTC Network has chosen Amagi’s cloud playout platform, CLOUDPORT, to transition its current operations, and launch eight new channels
NEW YORK (PRWEB) April 17, 2018
Amagi, a global leader in cloud-based technology for TV and OTT broadcasters, today announced that PTC Network, the leading Punjabi TV content provider has selected Amagi cloud platform to centralize all its operations. As part of the engagement, PTC Network will transition its existing seven channels to the Amagi platform, and additionally launch eight new feeds as part of its global expansion.
Over the last decade, PTC Network has grown significantly reaching audiences in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and parts of Europe, apart from India. “Till now, we were using traditional broadcast models to run our playout and delivery operations. These are not only CAPEX-intensive, but they also limit our ability to scale our global operations and manage it centrally,” said Rabindra Narayan, Managing Director and President, PTC Network.
Using Amagi CLOUDPORT, PTC Network can move its content assets to the cloud, store and manage them centrally. Through a single web UI, PTC Network can configure multiple feeds, define playlists, create schedules, add dynamic graphics, deliver and monitor all its feeds without having a large physical infrastructure.
“This transition will be a game-changer for us as we can now launch new channels on the cloud instantly, and deliver it to any region, any platform, any device in the world. We are absolutely excited to partner with Amagi as we continue on our global expansion,” added Rabindra Narayan.
Amagi will continue to deliver PTC Network channels to leading operators and teleports including Dish TV, Sling, and SKY Broadcasting among others, across DTH and cable platforms.
“PTC Network’s aspirations are truly global. Their decision to embrace cloud technologies is in line with the global trend, and we are very delighted at the opportunity to lead this transition for them,” said Deepakjit Singh, CEO, Amagi. “They can now reach new audiences with shorter lead time, and can launch linear channels on both traditional TV and OTT without investing in additional infrastructure.”
Founded in 2008, Amagi formally debuted in the US in 2017. Amagi is the leader in cloud-managed broadcast services and targeted advertising for TV and OTT, enabling TV networks to launch, operate, and monetize channels anywhere in the world. Amagi has deployments in more than 40 countries and delivers more than 100 feeds to audiences worldwide. In addition to PTC Network, Amagi clients include industry heavyweights such as Zee TV, B4U, Discovery Communications’ DSPORT, Viacom18, Turner Broadcasting, Viceland and more.
For more information about Amagi and its cloud-based broadcast solutions, including CLOUDPORT, visit http://www.amagi.com.
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About Amagi (www amagi.com)
Amagi is the world’s leading cloud-managed broadcast services and targeted advertising solutions company. Amagi brings simplicity, advanced automation, and transparency to the entire broadcast operation, be it for traditional TV or next-gen multiscreen platforms. Amagi has deployments in over 40 countries, enabling TV networks to launch, operate, and monetize channels anywhere in the world. Amagi also provides targeted advertising solutions to 3,000+ brands, shaping the future of TV advertising. Amagi Corporation is based in New York, with offices in Los Angeles, London, Singapore, Hong Kong, New Delhi, Mumbai, and a R&D center in Bangalore. Reported by PRWeb 1 hour ago.
NEW YORK (PRWEB) April 17, 2018
Amagi, a global leader in cloud-based technology for TV and OTT broadcasters, today announced that PTC Network, the leading Punjabi TV content provider has selected Amagi cloud platform to centralize all its operations. As part of the engagement, PTC Network will transition its existing seven channels to the Amagi platform, and additionally launch eight new feeds as part of its global expansion.
Over the last decade, PTC Network has grown significantly reaching audiences in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and parts of Europe, apart from India. “Till now, we were using traditional broadcast models to run our playout and delivery operations. These are not only CAPEX-intensive, but they also limit our ability to scale our global operations and manage it centrally,” said Rabindra Narayan, Managing Director and President, PTC Network.
Using Amagi CLOUDPORT, PTC Network can move its content assets to the cloud, store and manage them centrally. Through a single web UI, PTC Network can configure multiple feeds, define playlists, create schedules, add dynamic graphics, deliver and monitor all its feeds without having a large physical infrastructure.
“This transition will be a game-changer for us as we can now launch new channels on the cloud instantly, and deliver it to any region, any platform, any device in the world. We are absolutely excited to partner with Amagi as we continue on our global expansion,” added Rabindra Narayan.
Amagi will continue to deliver PTC Network channels to leading operators and teleports including Dish TV, Sling, and SKY Broadcasting among others, across DTH and cable platforms.
“PTC Network’s aspirations are truly global. Their decision to embrace cloud technologies is in line with the global trend, and we are very delighted at the opportunity to lead this transition for them,” said Deepakjit Singh, CEO, Amagi. “They can now reach new audiences with shorter lead time, and can launch linear channels on both traditional TV and OTT without investing in additional infrastructure.”
Founded in 2008, Amagi formally debuted in the US in 2017. Amagi is the leader in cloud-managed broadcast services and targeted advertising for TV and OTT, enabling TV networks to launch, operate, and monetize channels anywhere in the world. Amagi has deployments in more than 40 countries and delivers more than 100 feeds to audiences worldwide. In addition to PTC Network, Amagi clients include industry heavyweights such as Zee TV, B4U, Discovery Communications’ DSPORT, Viacom18, Turner Broadcasting, Viceland and more.
For more information about Amagi and its cloud-based broadcast solutions, including CLOUDPORT, visit http://www.amagi.com.
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About Amagi (www amagi.com)
Amagi is the world’s leading cloud-managed broadcast services and targeted advertising solutions company. Amagi brings simplicity, advanced automation, and transparency to the entire broadcast operation, be it for traditional TV or next-gen multiscreen platforms. Amagi has deployments in over 40 countries, enabling TV networks to launch, operate, and monetize channels anywhere in the world. Amagi also provides targeted advertising solutions to 3,000+ brands, shaping the future of TV advertising. Amagi Corporation is based in New York, with offices in Los Angeles, London, Singapore, Hong Kong, New Delhi, Mumbai, and a R&D center in Bangalore. Reported by PRWeb 1 hour ago.
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MOBE Adds Powerful Brands to 2018 MOBE Symposium
2018 marketing opportunities in business and entertainment symposium to connect African-American brands and producers to the 21st century business and consumer marketplace.
NEWARK, N.J. (PRWEB) April 17, 2018
The 2018 Marketing Opportunities in Business and Entertainment (MOBE) Symposium added P&G as a sponsor and a powerful group of panelists for the conference, which will be held Friday, April 20, 2018, at the Kiyo Sakaguchi Hall in the Prudential Tower, Newark, New Jersey.
Added to the list of distinguished panelists and speakers are Cassandre Charles, Essence; Danielle James, Hello Beautiful; Reggie Ware, blackdoctor.org, Crystal King, American Heart Association and Jamar White, Buffalo Boss. Keynote speakers include Alfred Edmond Jr., SVP/Executive Editor, Black Enterprise, Leo Hindery, InterMedia Partners and Dr. DeForest Soaries, dfree Financial Freedom Movement. They join previously announced panelist Michele Thornton, BET Her; Stacey Tisdale, Mind Money Media; Louis Carr, VP, BET and Chrysa Chin, VP, NBA Players Association. A complete list of speakers is available on the website, mobesymposium.com.
MOBE (Pronounced “moe-bee”) delivers business building, education and mentoring resources to African-American marketing, technology, sports & entertainment professionals with growing businesses. The MOBE Symposium provides a place to initiate strategic alliances with larger corporations.
Sponsored by Prudential Financial, Inc., the one-day immersive symposium includes several panels focused on personal and financial empowerment, including The Power & Money Mindset of the Black Consumer; Black Women – Reclaiming Their Time; Women In Sports; Transforming Healthy Realities via Entertainment; Marketing to Faith-based Consumers; Film & TV Innovation, Distribution and Disruption; and Becoming the Brand: Entrepreneur Panel.
The conference will also recognize veterans of entertainment marketing including Clyde Allen, Allen & Partners; Carol H. Williams, Carol H. Williams Advertising; Chuck Morrison, former executive of UniWorld Group; Burrell Advertising and Coca-Cola USA, research communicator Ken Smikle, Target Market News; and Pepper Miller, author and researcher.
“We applaud MOBE’s efforts to provide a space for small business owners to network with large corporations and gain insider knowledge that benefits their growing businesses,” said Dorinda Walker, Vice President of Cultural Insights and Activation at Prudential, and executive host of the 2018 MOBE event. “The symposium is an important catalyst to help these entrepreneurs develop strategic alliances, and gain insider knowledge that helps them grow their businesses.”
MOBE Symposium Founder, Yvette Moyo agrees, “Prudential’s continued MOBE Symposium sponsorship accelerates our business-building efforts and was surely a factor in P&G coming on this year. These two Fortune 50 companies are helping to pave the way to opportunity, not only for Black-owned entertainment and marketing businesses, but for corporations that understand, appreciate and have the savvy to differentiate the Black consumer market. Today the MOBE Symposium is a social justice necessity. We are providing a place where the unknowns, as well as some of the most powerful Black-owned business brands and marketing powerhouses, can collaborate to grow and prosper.”
Interested professionals can enroll at http://www.mobesymposium.com for $125. Young Professionals – 34 and under – can enroll at a discounted rate of $69. Registration fee includes all panels and keynote addresses, opening reception, breakfast, lunch and post-networking reception.
About MOBE: MOBE is where Marketing, Technology, Sports & Entertainment professionals converge with early-stage/growing businesses, business professionals and corporations. Since 1992, the MOBE series has delivered business building, education and mentoring resources for African-American professionals; sports, entertainment and other entrepreneurs. The organization has facilitated deals between young companies and large corporations to grow their businesses. MOBE’s registrants have directly influenced the spending power and impacted a vastly larger urban consumer base. An estimated $200 million in business was generated to African-American companies as a direct result of associations conceived at MOBE symposiums.
About Prudential: Prudential Financial, Inc., a financial services leader with more than $1 trillion of assets under management as of December 31, 2017, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees are committed to helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth through a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds and investment management. In the U.S., Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for more than a century. For more information, please visit http://www.news.prudential.com.
For more information, and to register, visit http://www.mobesymposium.com.
Media contact: Robin Beaman, 312-751-9689, rbeaman(at)beamaninc(dot)com
Symposium contact: Pat Shields, 310-568-9091, mobesymposium(at)gmail(dot)com Reported by PRWeb 1 hour ago.
NEWARK, N.J. (PRWEB) April 17, 2018
The 2018 Marketing Opportunities in Business and Entertainment (MOBE) Symposium added P&G as a sponsor and a powerful group of panelists for the conference, which will be held Friday, April 20, 2018, at the Kiyo Sakaguchi Hall in the Prudential Tower, Newark, New Jersey.
Added to the list of distinguished panelists and speakers are Cassandre Charles, Essence; Danielle James, Hello Beautiful; Reggie Ware, blackdoctor.org, Crystal King, American Heart Association and Jamar White, Buffalo Boss. Keynote speakers include Alfred Edmond Jr., SVP/Executive Editor, Black Enterprise, Leo Hindery, InterMedia Partners and Dr. DeForest Soaries, dfree Financial Freedom Movement. They join previously announced panelist Michele Thornton, BET Her; Stacey Tisdale, Mind Money Media; Louis Carr, VP, BET and Chrysa Chin, VP, NBA Players Association. A complete list of speakers is available on the website, mobesymposium.com.
MOBE (Pronounced “moe-bee”) delivers business building, education and mentoring resources to African-American marketing, technology, sports & entertainment professionals with growing businesses. The MOBE Symposium provides a place to initiate strategic alliances with larger corporations.
Sponsored by Prudential Financial, Inc., the one-day immersive symposium includes several panels focused on personal and financial empowerment, including The Power & Money Mindset of the Black Consumer; Black Women – Reclaiming Their Time; Women In Sports; Transforming Healthy Realities via Entertainment; Marketing to Faith-based Consumers; Film & TV Innovation, Distribution and Disruption; and Becoming the Brand: Entrepreneur Panel.
The conference will also recognize veterans of entertainment marketing including Clyde Allen, Allen & Partners; Carol H. Williams, Carol H. Williams Advertising; Chuck Morrison, former executive of UniWorld Group; Burrell Advertising and Coca-Cola USA, research communicator Ken Smikle, Target Market News; and Pepper Miller, author and researcher.
“We applaud MOBE’s efforts to provide a space for small business owners to network with large corporations and gain insider knowledge that benefits their growing businesses,” said Dorinda Walker, Vice President of Cultural Insights and Activation at Prudential, and executive host of the 2018 MOBE event. “The symposium is an important catalyst to help these entrepreneurs develop strategic alliances, and gain insider knowledge that helps them grow their businesses.”
MOBE Symposium Founder, Yvette Moyo agrees, “Prudential’s continued MOBE Symposium sponsorship accelerates our business-building efforts and was surely a factor in P&G coming on this year. These two Fortune 50 companies are helping to pave the way to opportunity, not only for Black-owned entertainment and marketing businesses, but for corporations that understand, appreciate and have the savvy to differentiate the Black consumer market. Today the MOBE Symposium is a social justice necessity. We are providing a place where the unknowns, as well as some of the most powerful Black-owned business brands and marketing powerhouses, can collaborate to grow and prosper.”
Interested professionals can enroll at http://www.mobesymposium.com for $125. Young Professionals – 34 and under – can enroll at a discounted rate of $69. Registration fee includes all panels and keynote addresses, opening reception, breakfast, lunch and post-networking reception.
About MOBE: MOBE is where Marketing, Technology, Sports & Entertainment professionals converge with early-stage/growing businesses, business professionals and corporations. Since 1992, the MOBE series has delivered business building, education and mentoring resources for African-American professionals; sports, entertainment and other entrepreneurs. The organization has facilitated deals between young companies and large corporations to grow their businesses. MOBE’s registrants have directly influenced the spending power and impacted a vastly larger urban consumer base. An estimated $200 million in business was generated to African-American companies as a direct result of associations conceived at MOBE symposiums.
About Prudential: Prudential Financial, Inc., a financial services leader with more than $1 trillion of assets under management as of December 31, 2017, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees are committed to helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth through a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds and investment management. In the U.S., Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for more than a century. For more information, please visit http://www.news.prudential.com.
For more information, and to register, visit http://www.mobesymposium.com.
Media contact: Robin Beaman, 312-751-9689, rbeaman(at)beamaninc(dot)com
Symposium contact: Pat Shields, 310-568-9091, mobesymposium(at)gmail(dot)com Reported by PRWeb 1 hour ago.
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“The Prophets of Aisle Six” Visits Heinen’s Fine Foods to Discover How a Small Retailer is Using Big Data to Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences
This is the second episode of dunnhumby’s online reality series exploring how food retailers are using data and innovation to reshape their businesses and the customer experience
CHICAGO (PRWEB) April 17, 2018
dunnhumby, the leading customer data science company, today premiered the second episode of “The Prophets of Aisle Six” - an online reality show about innovation in the food retail industry. In the latest episode, Jose Gomes, Managing Director of North America for dunnhumby, travels to the downtown Cleveland store of Heinen’s Fine Foods, located in the historic Cleveland Trust Building, to find out how Tom and Jeff Heinen, co-owners and brothers, are keeping their grandfather’s mission of delivering excellence in customer service and in food quality to a millennial generation that values experience. Heinen’s is a family-owned grocery chain with 23 stores in Northeast Ohio and the greater Chicago area that was established nearly 90 years ago. The episode can be viewed at: https://goo.gl/T1f9An
“Competition has really heated up on all sides whether it be delivery, click and collect, meal kits, discount grocery stores, or online shopping which in turn has propelled us to create a new grocery shopping experience,” said Tom Heinen. “We knew that our brick and mortar business won’t survive without us upping our game and that’s exactly what we have done.”
Heinen’s has turned to customer data science to help create the shopping experiences customers want with the products they value to satisfy their needs, and earn long-term loyalty. “Having big data available to us to quickly make decisions is a huge competitive advantage,” said Heinen. “Being a small retailer when you deal with data is actually an advantage. Big companies are like cruise ships, but a little company like Heinen’s is like a speed boat.”
Gomes learned that Heinen’s is leveraging its data and turning it into real insights about what its customers want and expect, which in turn is instructing the family-owned grocery chain on how best to engage with its customers – whether they are located in the suburbs or part of the downtown neighborhood of the Cleveland Trust Building.
“In the age of Amazon, it pays to think big if you are small,” said Gomes. “Heinen’s has done just that in transforming a historic landmark into a fantastic experience for their customers to come, shop, savor the food, and experience the store with one another.”
Once aired, each episode is available on demand at https://www.dunnhumby.com/resources/prophets.
About dunnhumby
dunnhumby is a leading customer data science company. We analyze data and apply insights from nearly one billion shoppers across the globe to create personalized customer experiences in digital, mobile, and retail environments. Our strategic process, proprietary insights, and multichannel media capabilities build loyalty with customers to drive competitive advantage and sustained growth for clients. dunnhumby employs nearly 2,000 experts in offices throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas and works with a prestigious group of companies including Tesco, Monoprix, Raley’s, Meijer, Michael Kors, Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, and PepsiCo. Learn more at http://www.dunnhumby.com. Reported by PRWeb 1 hour ago.
CHICAGO (PRWEB) April 17, 2018
dunnhumby, the leading customer data science company, today premiered the second episode of “The Prophets of Aisle Six” - an online reality show about innovation in the food retail industry. In the latest episode, Jose Gomes, Managing Director of North America for dunnhumby, travels to the downtown Cleveland store of Heinen’s Fine Foods, located in the historic Cleveland Trust Building, to find out how Tom and Jeff Heinen, co-owners and brothers, are keeping their grandfather’s mission of delivering excellence in customer service and in food quality to a millennial generation that values experience. Heinen’s is a family-owned grocery chain with 23 stores in Northeast Ohio and the greater Chicago area that was established nearly 90 years ago. The episode can be viewed at: https://goo.gl/T1f9An
“Competition has really heated up on all sides whether it be delivery, click and collect, meal kits, discount grocery stores, or online shopping which in turn has propelled us to create a new grocery shopping experience,” said Tom Heinen. “We knew that our brick and mortar business won’t survive without us upping our game and that’s exactly what we have done.”
Heinen’s has turned to customer data science to help create the shopping experiences customers want with the products they value to satisfy their needs, and earn long-term loyalty. “Having big data available to us to quickly make decisions is a huge competitive advantage,” said Heinen. “Being a small retailer when you deal with data is actually an advantage. Big companies are like cruise ships, but a little company like Heinen’s is like a speed boat.”
Gomes learned that Heinen’s is leveraging its data and turning it into real insights about what its customers want and expect, which in turn is instructing the family-owned grocery chain on how best to engage with its customers – whether they are located in the suburbs or part of the downtown neighborhood of the Cleveland Trust Building.
“In the age of Amazon, it pays to think big if you are small,” said Gomes. “Heinen’s has done just that in transforming a historic landmark into a fantastic experience for their customers to come, shop, savor the food, and experience the store with one another.”
Once aired, each episode is available on demand at https://www.dunnhumby.com/resources/prophets.
About dunnhumby
dunnhumby is a leading customer data science company. We analyze data and apply insights from nearly one billion shoppers across the globe to create personalized customer experiences in digital, mobile, and retail environments. Our strategic process, proprietary insights, and multichannel media capabilities build loyalty with customers to drive competitive advantage and sustained growth for clients. dunnhumby employs nearly 2,000 experts in offices throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas and works with a prestigious group of companies including Tesco, Monoprix, Raley’s, Meijer, Michael Kors, Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, and PepsiCo. Learn more at http://www.dunnhumby.com. Reported by PRWeb 1 hour ago.
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UK economy to underperform all of Europe except Italy — IMF
Global economy poised for slowdown by 2020 as countries ‘flirt with trade war’
Reported by FT.com 1 hour ago.
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Brexit Britain slides down Europe’s economic league table
UK to perform worse than rest of Europe, except Italy, over next two years, IMF warns
Reported by FT.com 1 hour ago.
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Arsenal flop Mathieu Debuchy has as many league goals as Mesut Ozil
Former Arsenal defender Mathieu Debuchy has bagged four goals since joining St Etienne on a free transfer from the Gunners in January, making him Europe's most prolific defender.
Reported by MailOnline 59 minutes ago.
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UK economy to underperform all of Europe except Italy - IMF
Global economy poised for slowdown by 2020 as countries ‘flirt with trade war’
Reported by Irish Times 47 minutes ago.
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Macron tells MEPs to defend Europe’s ‘unique identity’
French president links defence of democracy with his plans to speed up EU reform
Reported by FT.com 56 minutes ago.
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An investor in iZettle and Wonga just raised $235 million to fund the next fintech unicorns
· *UK venture capital investor Dawn Capital has raised $235 million (£165 million) for its third fund.*· *The early-stage investor has managed to return 3.3 times its first fund to its investors thanks to a strategy of backing under-the-radar fintech and subscription software firms.*
· *It has backed Wonga, iZettle, and cybersecurity firm Mimecast which went public in 2015.*
· *Dawn also raised money from the European Investment Fund, an important source of VC funding, which industry insiders thought might dry up after Brexit.*
--------------------An early-stage venture capital firm, which backed Wonga and payments startup iZettle, has raised $235 million (£165 million) for its third fund.
Dawn Capital invests primarily in financial and enterprise startups. Its portfolio includes cybersecurity firm Mimecast, which went public in 2015 and has a current valuation of $2.16 billion (£1.5 billion), and Swedish graph database firm Neo4j, which helped journalists examine the Panama Papers.
Haakon Overli, a general partner at Dawn, said the fund was oversubscribed thanks to investor interest in Europe. Dawn invests about half its money into UK startups, and the remainder across continental Europe.
He said Dawn's first fund had so far returned 3.3 times the amount of money originally invested, a strong return for a European fund. He estimated a similar return for its second fund. That's thanks to strong performers such as Mimecast, iZettle, and data governance firm Collibra.
"[Investors] were feeling the opportunities in Europe are greater than ever, the rounds are getting a little bit bigger, and our performance in the past supported deploying a bit more capital," he said.
Investors also liked Dawn's willingness to back what some might see as unsexy firms which generate good returns, like Mimecast.
"Things that appear niche are where we have done well," Overli said. "They are things where the subject matter may not be the most exciting, but the output is very valuable."
The firm will continue its focus on software-as-a-subscription businesses for the third fund.
*A big source of European venture funding is back in business after Brexit*
Almost a third of Dawn's new funding comes from the European Investment Fund (EIF).
This is a big deal given that venture capital investors worried last summer that the fund had pulled out of the UK following Brexit.
The EIF is what's known as an "anchor" investor, which means it will commit fairly early to a new venture capital fund. This encourages other, smaller investors to come on board and makes it easier to close the fund.
The EIF has handed around £2 billion to UK investors to date, and its commitment to Dawn suggests it's again willing to invest in UK funds that put money into European startups. The EIF is funded by the European Investment Bank, whose shareholders are the EU's 28 member states, including the UK.
"After Brexit, [the EIF] needed time to figure what the new world looked like," Overli said. "They said 'We want to back funds with a European strategy that do well, and you're one of them."
*SEE ALSO: A £2 billion European investment fund has stopped giving money to UK tech startups because of Brexit*
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Global Construction Glass Market Will Reach USD 138.3 Billion by 2023: Zion Market Research
According to the report, global construction glass market was valued at around USD 91.7 Billion in 2017 and is expected to reach approximately USD 138.3 Billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of slightly above 7.0% between 2017 and 2023.
New York, NY, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zion Market Research has published a new report titled *“Construction Glass Market by Type (Insulated glaze units, Glass wool, Glass blocks, Toughened glass, Tinted glass, Chromatic glass, Extra clean glass, Laminated glass, Shatterproof glass, Float glass) by Structure (Roof, Partitions & walls, Staircase, Beams, Floors) by Manufacturing Process (Float, Rolled/Sheet) By Chemical Composition (Soda-lime, Potash-lime, Potash-lead) for Residential and Non-residential applications by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Perspective, Comprehensive Analysis and Forecast, 2017 – 2023’’*. According to the report, global construction glass market was valued at around USD 91.7 Billion in 2017 and is expected to reach approximately USD 138.3 Billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of slightly above 7.0% between 2017 and 2023.
The glass contains certain components that are present in minor quantities to achieve desired properties such as color, heat resistance, abrasion resistance, and strength. Properties of glass can even be adjusted by regulating the temperature of glass melting furnace during its manufacturing. Common glasses are soda lime glass that has applications for producing bottles and windows. Other forms of glasses include metallic glasses, halide, phosphate, lead, borate, aluminosilicate, and borosilicate.
*Browse through 173 Tables & 43 Figures spread over 130 Pages and in-depth TOC on "Global Construction Glass Market: Industry Type, Size, Share, Growth, Segments Analysis and Forecast, 2017 – 2023”.*
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Construction glass is characterized by numerous chemical and physical properties that include molding flexibility, chemical resistance, and electric resistance. It remains unaffected to climatic changes that have increased its usage in residential buildings. Rising adoption of energy saving construction materials coupled with advanced infrastructural projects in developing regions has augmented construction glass market growth. Additionally, the glass increases natural light influx in buildings that suffice energy efficient temperature management. Low emissivity of glass helps advanced glazing solution that curtails the need for cooling and heating of buildings. This resulted in reduced carbon emissions and energy consumptions, that has bolster construction glass market. However, high raw material costs and economic downturn of certain countries can restrain the product demand in the forecast period.
The glass is a cost-effective and attractive alternative for conventional building materials including wood, polycarbonate, and bricks. Further, environmental sustainability, safety, and security are other basic factors projected to foster construction glass market till 2023. Trending usage of natural environmental factors for making interiors in commercial buildings is luring architects for applications of glass. This is accomplished by using glazed areas in facades and roofs, wherein glass is used as prime building structural component.
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Global construction glass market is segmented on the basis of the region as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. U.S. construction cost has increased by 3% in 2017 and is expected to increase by the same rate in 2018. Escalating construction cost will lure the architects to use alternative cost-effective building materials such as high-tech glass technologies. The overall construction industry is projected to grow by 5% in 2018, with public and educational buildings thriving by 6% and non-residential sector by 4%. Positive construction scenario in the U.S. will support the growth of the region during the forecast period.
Europe construction measure’s growth has reached to its highest level from 2006. These European norms are regulating greenhouse and carbon emissions, thus increasing the need for energy efficient building materials such as glass. Further, in 2017, construction demand has increased in all the 19 member countries of Europe. It happened the first time after the reunification of Germany and a similar scenario is expected for 2018. Construction output has increased by 9% between 2014 to 2017 and is estimated to register 6% growth by 2020. The robust economic growth of the region has positively influenced public finances, corporate profits and household incomes that have resulted in favorable construction demand. Further, investment backlog in infrastructure sector from financial crisis period, internal migration flows, and low-interest rates are supporting the growth of the industry.
Browse the full *"Construction Glass Market by Type (Insulated glaze units, Glass wool, Glass blocks, Toughened glass, Tinted glass, Chromatic glass, Extra clean glass, Laminated glass, Shatterproof glass, Float glass) by Structure (Roof, Partitions & walls, Staircase, Beams, Floors) by Manufacturing Process (Float, Rolled/Sheet) By Chemical Composition (Soda-lime, Potash-lime, Potash-lead) for Residential and Non-residential applications by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa): Global Industry Perspective, Comprehensive Analysis and Forecast, 2017 – 2023" *report at http://https://www.zionmarketresearch.com/report/construction-glass-market
Economic Transformation Program (ETP) will increase infrastructural spending in Malaysia till 2020; this has lured FDI in the Asia Pacific. Further, many foreign investors have introduced technology-driven projects, that has increased requirement of high-performance building materials. Low-cost labors and opportunities in middle-class housing have posed the Asia Pacific as a lucrative region for foreign investments. Shifting focus of manufacturers towards advanced technologies complying with building and regulatory standards will enhance the usage of construction glass during the forecast period.
Lower oil prices in Oman have decreased foreign investments in the sector of education, health, logistics, and tourism. Construction work of existing oil & gas projects is not hampered but future exploration in the sector is limited. Infrastructural projects in Doha are developing to achieve the target associated with 2022 world cup. In 2016, construction value in UAE was decreased by one third as that of 2015. The Middle East & Africa will witness a sluggish growth over the forecast timeframe owing to all these factors.
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Global construction glass market is served by numerous medium, small and big size players. Prominent strategies being adopted by manufacturers include product expansion, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, new product launches etc. Significant producers in the industry include Saint-Gobain S.A., PPG Industries, Guardian Industries and Asahi Glass. Other noticeable manufacturers are Sisecam Group, Schott AG, China Glass Holdings Limited, Central Glass Co., Ltd, and Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd.
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*The report segments global Construction Glass Market as follows:*
*Construction Glass Market: Type Segment Analysis*
· Insulated glaze units
· Glass wool
· Glass blocks
· Toughened glass
· Tinted glass
· Chromatic glass
· Extra clean glass
· Laminated glass
· Shatterproof glass
· Float glass
*Construction Glass Market: Structure Segment Analysis*
· Roof
· Partitions & walls
· Staircase
· Beams
· Floors
*Construction Glass Market: Manufacturing Process Segment Analysis*
· Float
· Rolled/sheet
*Construction Glass Market: Chemical Composition Segment Analysis*
· Soda-lime
· Potash-lime
· Potash-lead
*Construction Glass Market: Application Segment Analysis*
· Residential
· Non-residential
*Construction Glass Market: Regional Segment Analysis*
· North America
· The U.S.
· Europe
· UK
· France
· Germany
· Asia Pacific
· China
· Japan
· India
· Latin America
· Brazil
· The Middle East and Africa
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New York, NY, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zion Market Research has published a new report titled *“Construction Glass Market by Type (Insulated glaze units, Glass wool, Glass blocks, Toughened glass, Tinted glass, Chromatic glass, Extra clean glass, Laminated glass, Shatterproof glass, Float glass) by Structure (Roof, Partitions & walls, Staircase, Beams, Floors) by Manufacturing Process (Float, Rolled/Sheet) By Chemical Composition (Soda-lime, Potash-lime, Potash-lead) for Residential and Non-residential applications by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Perspective, Comprehensive Analysis and Forecast, 2017 – 2023’’*. According to the report, global construction glass market was valued at around USD 91.7 Billion in 2017 and is expected to reach approximately USD 138.3 Billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of slightly above 7.0% between 2017 and 2023.
The glass contains certain components that are present in minor quantities to achieve desired properties such as color, heat resistance, abrasion resistance, and strength. Properties of glass can even be adjusted by regulating the temperature of glass melting furnace during its manufacturing. Common glasses are soda lime glass that has applications for producing bottles and windows. Other forms of glasses include metallic glasses, halide, phosphate, lead, borate, aluminosilicate, and borosilicate.
*Browse through 173 Tables & 43 Figures spread over 130 Pages and in-depth TOC on "Global Construction Glass Market: Industry Type, Size, Share, Growth, Segments Analysis and Forecast, 2017 – 2023”.*
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Construction glass is characterized by numerous chemical and physical properties that include molding flexibility, chemical resistance, and electric resistance. It remains unaffected to climatic changes that have increased its usage in residential buildings. Rising adoption of energy saving construction materials coupled with advanced infrastructural projects in developing regions has augmented construction glass market growth. Additionally, the glass increases natural light influx in buildings that suffice energy efficient temperature management. Low emissivity of glass helps advanced glazing solution that curtails the need for cooling and heating of buildings. This resulted in reduced carbon emissions and energy consumptions, that has bolster construction glass market. However, high raw material costs and economic downturn of certain countries can restrain the product demand in the forecast period.
The glass is a cost-effective and attractive alternative for conventional building materials including wood, polycarbonate, and bricks. Further, environmental sustainability, safety, and security are other basic factors projected to foster construction glass market till 2023. Trending usage of natural environmental factors for making interiors in commercial buildings is luring architects for applications of glass. This is accomplished by using glazed areas in facades and roofs, wherein glass is used as prime building structural component.
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Global construction glass market is segmented on the basis of the region as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. U.S. construction cost has increased by 3% in 2017 and is expected to increase by the same rate in 2018. Escalating construction cost will lure the architects to use alternative cost-effective building materials such as high-tech glass technologies. The overall construction industry is projected to grow by 5% in 2018, with public and educational buildings thriving by 6% and non-residential sector by 4%. Positive construction scenario in the U.S. will support the growth of the region during the forecast period.
Europe construction measure’s growth has reached to its highest level from 2006. These European norms are regulating greenhouse and carbon emissions, thus increasing the need for energy efficient building materials such as glass. Further, in 2017, construction demand has increased in all the 19 member countries of Europe. It happened the first time after the reunification of Germany and a similar scenario is expected for 2018. Construction output has increased by 9% between 2014 to 2017 and is estimated to register 6% growth by 2020. The robust economic growth of the region has positively influenced public finances, corporate profits and household incomes that have resulted in favorable construction demand. Further, investment backlog in infrastructure sector from financial crisis period, internal migration flows, and low-interest rates are supporting the growth of the industry.
Browse the full *"Construction Glass Market by Type (Insulated glaze units, Glass wool, Glass blocks, Toughened glass, Tinted glass, Chromatic glass, Extra clean glass, Laminated glass, Shatterproof glass, Float glass) by Structure (Roof, Partitions & walls, Staircase, Beams, Floors) by Manufacturing Process (Float, Rolled/Sheet) By Chemical Composition (Soda-lime, Potash-lime, Potash-lead) for Residential and Non-residential applications by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa): Global Industry Perspective, Comprehensive Analysis and Forecast, 2017 – 2023" *report at http://https://www.zionmarketresearch.com/report/construction-glass-market
Economic Transformation Program (ETP) will increase infrastructural spending in Malaysia till 2020; this has lured FDI in the Asia Pacific. Further, many foreign investors have introduced technology-driven projects, that has increased requirement of high-performance building materials. Low-cost labors and opportunities in middle-class housing have posed the Asia Pacific as a lucrative region for foreign investments. Shifting focus of manufacturers towards advanced technologies complying with building and regulatory standards will enhance the usage of construction glass during the forecast period.
Lower oil prices in Oman have decreased foreign investments in the sector of education, health, logistics, and tourism. Construction work of existing oil & gas projects is not hampered but future exploration in the sector is limited. Infrastructural projects in Doha are developing to achieve the target associated with 2022 world cup. In 2016, construction value in UAE was decreased by one third as that of 2015. The Middle East & Africa will witness a sluggish growth over the forecast timeframe owing to all these factors.
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Global construction glass market is served by numerous medium, small and big size players. Prominent strategies being adopted by manufacturers include product expansion, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, new product launches etc. Significant producers in the industry include Saint-Gobain S.A., PPG Industries, Guardian Industries and Asahi Glass. Other noticeable manufacturers are Sisecam Group, Schott AG, China Glass Holdings Limited, Central Glass Co., Ltd, and Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd.
*Request customized copy of report @ *https://www.zionmarketresearch.com/custom/2778
*The report segments global Construction Glass Market as follows:*
*Construction Glass Market: Type Segment Analysis*
· Insulated glaze units
· Glass wool
· Glass blocks
· Toughened glass
· Tinted glass
· Chromatic glass
· Extra clean glass
· Laminated glass
· Shatterproof glass
· Float glass
*Construction Glass Market: Structure Segment Analysis*
· Roof
· Partitions & walls
· Staircase
· Beams
· Floors
*Construction Glass Market: Manufacturing Process Segment Analysis*
· Float
· Rolled/sheet
*Construction Glass Market: Chemical Composition Segment Analysis*
· Soda-lime
· Potash-lime
· Potash-lead
*Construction Glass Market: Application Segment Analysis*
· Residential
· Non-residential
*Construction Glass Market: Regional Segment Analysis*
· North America
· The U.S.
· Europe
· UK
· France
· Germany
· Asia Pacific
· China
· Japan
· India
· Latin America
· Brazil
· The Middle East and Africa
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Resy Demonstrates Strategic Growth & Reveals First-of-its-Kind Hospitality Tools to Empower Restaurants on a Global Scale
Resy CEO Ben Leventhal Announces New Product Features & Significant Platform Updates at the Brand’s First Annual Product Summit in New York City
NEW YORK, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, hospitality technology leader Resy revealed a disruptive lineup of first-of-its-kind features and significant product updates to further empower restaurants to deliver superior experiences and elevated customer service, now on a global scale. The brand new features and product enhancements were announced at Resy’s first annual Product Summit in New York, hosted by CEO, Ben Leventhal and CTO, Mike Montero.
“The inspiration for Resy came to life over a delicious meal on 86th Street with my longtime friends and current business partners, Mike Montero and Gary Vaynerchuk,” shared Leventhal during today’s Product Summit. “The three of us discussed what it could look like if restaurants had true partners in technology, and we set out to find the right balance that would make technology work for the business of hospitality. Four years later, Resy works with 10,000 network restaurants in 160 global cities, managing one million reservations per week for 2.7 million users. We’re building the future of hospitality technology together with our restaurant partners, and the brand new tools and features we’re revealing today are the tip of the iceberg.”
Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
http://resource.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/d12e85f9-3a14-47b9-8a29-4f309985cc4c
http://resource.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/62d03168-fdfc-404b-a03e-aca5186fa565
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*Empowering Restaurateurs with Smarter, Insights-Driven Technology*
Making its long-awaited debut today is *ResyFly*, a brand new, ground-breaking inventory optimization program designed to help restaurants minimize the gaps between reservations. ResyFLY represents a significant advancement for the hospitality technology industry, offering a combination of slots-based and inputs-based systems for the first time. Restaurants will now have the flexibility to schedule different floor plans, reservation grids, and hours of operation for special days or time periods. The tool will go live on May 15, 2018.
“Restaurants have historically been shackled to imperfect inventory management systems like ‘slots,’ where restaurateurs have complete control over tables, and ‘flex mode,’ taking control out of the equation,” explains Montero. “But there’s no reason these should be the only options. We set out to solve that problem by consulting our restaurant partners and designing a tool that not only speaks to how restaurants themselves have evolved, but is versatile enough to increase the ease at which they operate their unique businesses. ResyFLY is our solution, and one that we’re very proud of. Resy is for restaurants, by restaurants, and we’re confident ResyFLY lives up to that commitment.”
Furthering its commitment to supplying restaurants with smart technology, Resy recently announced its integration with *Upserve*. Breadcrumb POS by Upserve will now supply Resy restaurant partners with granular insights into guest preferences — from favorite dishes and dining companions to frequency of booking — to make everyone feel like a regular. Joint Upserve and Resy partners can prepare for an upcoming shift with a summary of predicted covers, confirmed reservations, and guest profiles including favorite menu items and historical spend. And, when the waiter drops a check, Breadcrumb POS will send update table status in Resy, helping busy hosts stay on top of everything that’s happening in the restaurant.
*Elevating Customer Experiences at Restaurants to a New Level *
Empowering restaurants to optimize and enhance the dining journey for customers, *Resy Surveys* is launching today as the first-ever reservation-integrated dynamic survey product. The tool allows restaurants to completely customize private post-meal surveys to gain insight into all aspects of their operation — from steps of service, to customer behavior, to seating and meal preferences. Every survey is tied to a reservation, supplying the restaurant with meaningful, useful and actionable insights from the customer.
Resy is also launching a first-of-its kind loyalty program called *Resy Select*, designed to build deeper, lasting relationships between the best customers and the best restaurants. Resy Select members will receive exclusive booking windows for landing hard-to-get reservations, notify waitlist priority, early access to event tickets, and other insider experiences (e.g. meet the chef and tour the kitchen). The loyalty program will launch in beta by invitation-only at the end of April and expand broadly over time.
*Superior Hospitality Technology Introduced to Restaurants Globally *
For the first time, international restaurant partners and users in Barcelona, Dublin, London, Madrid, Montreal, Paris and Sydney will be able to manage and book reservations on Resy, with Amsterdam, Toronto and Vancouver soon to come. Resy’s international expansion will offer diners the same elevated service, exceptional food and personal touch that Resy restaurants are empowered to provide in the U.S.
Resy’s commitment to connectivity and transparency is further underlined by today’s launch of *Resy Global Service (RGS)*, the platform’s network of connected technology partners around the world. Partners connect to RGS, and Resy distributes inventory to demand-side partners such as Airbnb. By providing a layer of connectivity, RGS provides restaurants with a global brand to reach customers across the world. Two beta partners announced today, *Formitable* (The Netherlands) and *Restorando* (the largest restaurant reservation platform in Latin America), will contribute to the network of restaurants around the world going live over the next 18 months. This announcement comes on the heels of Resy’s groundbreaking integration with Airbnb, which allows users to book restaurant reservations through the Airbnb app, powered by Resy.
Rounding out Resy’s pursuit of bringing top-notch hospitality capabilities to international markets, today the company announced its acquisition of *ClubKviar*, a reservation platform and concierge service that partners with 300 of Spain’s best restaurants to facilitate curated dining experiences for its member-only community.
“ClubKviar has emerged as a key player in the Spanish marketplace with an impressive list of restaurants and significant consumer following, seating tens of thousands of diners a month,” adds Leventhal. “As Resy continues to expand our user and restaurant base in Europe, ClubKviar’s strategic relationships and brand value will be instrumental in expediting growth. By the end of the year, ClubKviar will grow into Resy Spain.”
*Enhancing Existing Resy Products & Features*
Resy revealed a brand new experience for consumers on *Resy.com*, bringing together the browsing and booking of Resy restaurant partners, compelling original content and trusted, expertly curated restaurant lists that together serve as a lens into dining experiences all over the world. For the first time, guests will be able to book reservations in major markets in two clicks, with all of the same customization features like pre-paid reservations, menu highlights, add-ons and special events that Resy is famous for. Discovery, content, booking, all in one trusted place. That’s the new Resy.com.
For more information on this news, tune-in to the Resy Product Summit livestream on resy.com from 9:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET today.
*ABOUT RESY*
Resy powers the world’s best restaurants, using technology to imagine the future of hospitality. Built for restaurants, by restaurants, Resy offers superior reservation management software and a consumer-facing restaurant reservation app to elevate and enhance dining experiences worldwide. Resy works with 10,000 network restaurants in 160 global cities and 15 countries, seating over 1 million diners a week. Resy boasts an industry-low, global no-show rate of 4.5%.
ResyOS is an end-to-end restaurant management platform that offers partners live two-way SMS, auto-confirmed reservation capabilities, a fully automated waitlist, PCI Level 1 compliant third-party credit card handling and loyalty channel management. Restaurant partners have access to ResyFLY, a groundbreaking inventory optimization program, Resy Surveys, an all-encompassing guest feedback loop and a suite of Business Intelligence tools to help them run their businesses smarter and more efficiently.
Consumers can book and manage reservations on Resy.com and on the app from a carefully curated selection of the world’s most distinguished restaurants, including n/naka in Los Angeles and Lilia in New York City. Users now have even better access to restaurants thanks to an enhanced Notify waitlist system, which sends alerts when hard-to-get reservations become available. The app is free and available for download on both iOS and Android.
Resy was co-founded by Ben Leventhal, cofounder of Eater and restaurant industry entrepreneur; Gary Vaynerchuk, an entrepreneur, investor, author; and Michael Montero, founder of CrowdTwist and Fotolog and noted CTO. Resy’s investors and partners include Airbnb, Related Properties, Lerer Hippeau Ventures, Slow Ventures and Union Square Hospitality Group.
*MEDIA CONTACTS:*
Meagan Fisher, Praytell
Meagan@praytellstrategy.com
Vanessa Leitman, Resy
Vanessa@resy.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 35 minutes ago.
NEW YORK, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, hospitality technology leader Resy revealed a disruptive lineup of first-of-its-kind features and significant product updates to further empower restaurants to deliver superior experiences and elevated customer service, now on a global scale. The brand new features and product enhancements were announced at Resy’s first annual Product Summit in New York, hosted by CEO, Ben Leventhal and CTO, Mike Montero.
“The inspiration for Resy came to life over a delicious meal on 86th Street with my longtime friends and current business partners, Mike Montero and Gary Vaynerchuk,” shared Leventhal during today’s Product Summit. “The three of us discussed what it could look like if restaurants had true partners in technology, and we set out to find the right balance that would make technology work for the business of hospitality. Four years later, Resy works with 10,000 network restaurants in 160 global cities, managing one million reservations per week for 2.7 million users. We’re building the future of hospitality technology together with our restaurant partners, and the brand new tools and features we’re revealing today are the tip of the iceberg.”
Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
http://resource.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/d12e85f9-3a14-47b9-8a29-4f309985cc4c
http://resource.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/62d03168-fdfc-404b-a03e-aca5186fa565
http://resource.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/8439a07e-dc47-430f-b7f6-427cabaab30f
http://resource.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/58defe26-753f-4260-a678-61c9d2a60759
*Empowering Restaurateurs with Smarter, Insights-Driven Technology*
Making its long-awaited debut today is *ResyFly*, a brand new, ground-breaking inventory optimization program designed to help restaurants minimize the gaps between reservations. ResyFLY represents a significant advancement for the hospitality technology industry, offering a combination of slots-based and inputs-based systems for the first time. Restaurants will now have the flexibility to schedule different floor plans, reservation grids, and hours of operation for special days or time periods. The tool will go live on May 15, 2018.
“Restaurants have historically been shackled to imperfect inventory management systems like ‘slots,’ where restaurateurs have complete control over tables, and ‘flex mode,’ taking control out of the equation,” explains Montero. “But there’s no reason these should be the only options. We set out to solve that problem by consulting our restaurant partners and designing a tool that not only speaks to how restaurants themselves have evolved, but is versatile enough to increase the ease at which they operate their unique businesses. ResyFLY is our solution, and one that we’re very proud of. Resy is for restaurants, by restaurants, and we’re confident ResyFLY lives up to that commitment.”
Furthering its commitment to supplying restaurants with smart technology, Resy recently announced its integration with *Upserve*. Breadcrumb POS by Upserve will now supply Resy restaurant partners with granular insights into guest preferences — from favorite dishes and dining companions to frequency of booking — to make everyone feel like a regular. Joint Upserve and Resy partners can prepare for an upcoming shift with a summary of predicted covers, confirmed reservations, and guest profiles including favorite menu items and historical spend. And, when the waiter drops a check, Breadcrumb POS will send update table status in Resy, helping busy hosts stay on top of everything that’s happening in the restaurant.
*Elevating Customer Experiences at Restaurants to a New Level *
Empowering restaurants to optimize and enhance the dining journey for customers, *Resy Surveys* is launching today as the first-ever reservation-integrated dynamic survey product. The tool allows restaurants to completely customize private post-meal surveys to gain insight into all aspects of their operation — from steps of service, to customer behavior, to seating and meal preferences. Every survey is tied to a reservation, supplying the restaurant with meaningful, useful and actionable insights from the customer.
Resy is also launching a first-of-its kind loyalty program called *Resy Select*, designed to build deeper, lasting relationships between the best customers and the best restaurants. Resy Select members will receive exclusive booking windows for landing hard-to-get reservations, notify waitlist priority, early access to event tickets, and other insider experiences (e.g. meet the chef and tour the kitchen). The loyalty program will launch in beta by invitation-only at the end of April and expand broadly over time.
*Superior Hospitality Technology Introduced to Restaurants Globally *
For the first time, international restaurant partners and users in Barcelona, Dublin, London, Madrid, Montreal, Paris and Sydney will be able to manage and book reservations on Resy, with Amsterdam, Toronto and Vancouver soon to come. Resy’s international expansion will offer diners the same elevated service, exceptional food and personal touch that Resy restaurants are empowered to provide in the U.S.
Resy’s commitment to connectivity and transparency is further underlined by today’s launch of *Resy Global Service (RGS)*, the platform’s network of connected technology partners around the world. Partners connect to RGS, and Resy distributes inventory to demand-side partners such as Airbnb. By providing a layer of connectivity, RGS provides restaurants with a global brand to reach customers across the world. Two beta partners announced today, *Formitable* (The Netherlands) and *Restorando* (the largest restaurant reservation platform in Latin America), will contribute to the network of restaurants around the world going live over the next 18 months. This announcement comes on the heels of Resy’s groundbreaking integration with Airbnb, which allows users to book restaurant reservations through the Airbnb app, powered by Resy.
Rounding out Resy’s pursuit of bringing top-notch hospitality capabilities to international markets, today the company announced its acquisition of *ClubKviar*, a reservation platform and concierge service that partners with 300 of Spain’s best restaurants to facilitate curated dining experiences for its member-only community.
“ClubKviar has emerged as a key player in the Spanish marketplace with an impressive list of restaurants and significant consumer following, seating tens of thousands of diners a month,” adds Leventhal. “As Resy continues to expand our user and restaurant base in Europe, ClubKviar’s strategic relationships and brand value will be instrumental in expediting growth. By the end of the year, ClubKviar will grow into Resy Spain.”
*Enhancing Existing Resy Products & Features*
Resy revealed a brand new experience for consumers on *Resy.com*, bringing together the browsing and booking of Resy restaurant partners, compelling original content and trusted, expertly curated restaurant lists that together serve as a lens into dining experiences all over the world. For the first time, guests will be able to book reservations in major markets in two clicks, with all of the same customization features like pre-paid reservations, menu highlights, add-ons and special events that Resy is famous for. Discovery, content, booking, all in one trusted place. That’s the new Resy.com.
For more information on this news, tune-in to the Resy Product Summit livestream on resy.com from 9:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET today.
*ABOUT RESY*
Resy powers the world’s best restaurants, using technology to imagine the future of hospitality. Built for restaurants, by restaurants, Resy offers superior reservation management software and a consumer-facing restaurant reservation app to elevate and enhance dining experiences worldwide. Resy works with 10,000 network restaurants in 160 global cities and 15 countries, seating over 1 million diners a week. Resy boasts an industry-low, global no-show rate of 4.5%.
ResyOS is an end-to-end restaurant management platform that offers partners live two-way SMS, auto-confirmed reservation capabilities, a fully automated waitlist, PCI Level 1 compliant third-party credit card handling and loyalty channel management. Restaurant partners have access to ResyFLY, a groundbreaking inventory optimization program, Resy Surveys, an all-encompassing guest feedback loop and a suite of Business Intelligence tools to help them run their businesses smarter and more efficiently.
Consumers can book and manage reservations on Resy.com and on the app from a carefully curated selection of the world’s most distinguished restaurants, including n/naka in Los Angeles and Lilia in New York City. Users now have even better access to restaurants thanks to an enhanced Notify waitlist system, which sends alerts when hard-to-get reservations become available. The app is free and available for download on both iOS and Android.
Resy was co-founded by Ben Leventhal, cofounder of Eater and restaurant industry entrepreneur; Gary Vaynerchuk, an entrepreneur, investor, author; and Michael Montero, founder of CrowdTwist and Fotolog and noted CTO. Resy’s investors and partners include Airbnb, Related Properties, Lerer Hippeau Ventures, Slow Ventures and Union Square Hospitality Group.
*MEDIA CONTACTS:*
Meagan Fisher, Praytell
Meagan@praytellstrategy.com
Vanessa Leitman, Resy
Vanessa@resy.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 35 minutes ago.
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ASLAN Pharmaceuticals Announces Presentation of New Pre-Clinical Data on Varlitinib in Hepatocellular Carcinoma at AACR
SINGAPORE, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ASLAN Pharmaceuticals (ASLAN) (6497.TT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company targeting cancers that are both highly prevalent in Asia and orphan indications in the United States and Europe, today announced the presentation of new data from a study of the use of varlitinib in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) 2018 Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.*Details of the poster are as below:*
*Session: * Experimental and Molecular Therapeutics
*Poster #:* 3992 / 26
*Section: * 41
*Title: * Varlitinib demonstrates tumor regression and vessel normalization in ErbB-dependent and mutated beta-catenin hepatocellular carcinoma patient-derived xenograft model
The pre-clinical study was conducted in collaboration with the National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) and was led by Professor The Huynh Hung, Principal Investigator at NCCS’ Laboratory of Molecular Endocrinology. The study was designed to demonstrate the efficacy of varlitinib in HCC patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models and to study the molecular mechanisms of varlitinib-mediated tumor suppression and its anti-angiogenic potential. In addition, the study sought to identify gene signatures associated with efficacy of varlitinib by transcriptome and gene expression analyses.
*About varlitinib (ASLAN001)
*Varlitinib (ASLAN001) is a highly potent, oral, reversible, small molecule pan-HER inhibitor that targets the human epidermal growth factor receptors HER1, HER2 and HER4. These receptors can be mutated or overexpressed in many tumors, which can cause excessive proliferative activity and uncontrolled growth. Therefore, by inhibiting the activation of the HER receptors, varlitinib could inhibit proliferation and control tumor growth. Varlitinib is currently being studied in gastric, biliary tract, breast and colorectal cancers. Varlitinib has been granted orphan drug designation in the United States for gastric cancer and cholangiocarcinoma, a sub-type of biliary tract cancer, and was awarded orphan drug designation for the treatment of biliary tract cancer by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in South Korea.
*About ASLAN Pharmaceuticals*
ASLAN Pharmaceuticals (ASLAN, 6497.TT) is a clinical-stage oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics for global markets. ASLAN targets diseases that are both highly prevalent in Asia and orphan indications in the United States and Europe. Led by a senior management team with extensive experience in global and regional development and commercialization, ASLAN is headquartered in Singapore and has offices in Taiwan and China. ASLAN’s portfolio is comprised of four product candidates which target validated growth pathways applied to new patient segments, novel immune checkpoints and novel cancer metabolic pathways. ASLAN’s partners include Array BioPharma, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Almirall and CSL. For additional information please visit www.aslanpharma.com.
CONTACT: Media and IR contacts
Chris Fang
ASLAN Pharmaceuticals
Tel: +886 2 2758 3333
Email: media@aslanpharma.com
Emma Thompson / Stephanie Tan
Spurwing Communications
Tel: +65 6340 7287
Email: ASLAN@spurwingcomms.com
Robert H Uhl
Westwicke Partners
Tel: +1 858 356 5932
Email: robert.uhl@westwicke.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 35 minutes ago.
*Session: * Experimental and Molecular Therapeutics
*Poster #:* 3992 / 26
*Section: * 41
*Title: * Varlitinib demonstrates tumor regression and vessel normalization in ErbB-dependent and mutated beta-catenin hepatocellular carcinoma patient-derived xenograft model
The pre-clinical study was conducted in collaboration with the National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) and was led by Professor The Huynh Hung, Principal Investigator at NCCS’ Laboratory of Molecular Endocrinology. The study was designed to demonstrate the efficacy of varlitinib in HCC patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models and to study the molecular mechanisms of varlitinib-mediated tumor suppression and its anti-angiogenic potential. In addition, the study sought to identify gene signatures associated with efficacy of varlitinib by transcriptome and gene expression analyses.
*About varlitinib (ASLAN001)
*Varlitinib (ASLAN001) is a highly potent, oral, reversible, small molecule pan-HER inhibitor that targets the human epidermal growth factor receptors HER1, HER2 and HER4. These receptors can be mutated or overexpressed in many tumors, which can cause excessive proliferative activity and uncontrolled growth. Therefore, by inhibiting the activation of the HER receptors, varlitinib could inhibit proliferation and control tumor growth. Varlitinib is currently being studied in gastric, biliary tract, breast and colorectal cancers. Varlitinib has been granted orphan drug designation in the United States for gastric cancer and cholangiocarcinoma, a sub-type of biliary tract cancer, and was awarded orphan drug designation for the treatment of biliary tract cancer by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in South Korea.
*About ASLAN Pharmaceuticals*
ASLAN Pharmaceuticals (ASLAN, 6497.TT) is a clinical-stage oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics for global markets. ASLAN targets diseases that are both highly prevalent in Asia and orphan indications in the United States and Europe. Led by a senior management team with extensive experience in global and regional development and commercialization, ASLAN is headquartered in Singapore and has offices in Taiwan and China. ASLAN’s portfolio is comprised of four product candidates which target validated growth pathways applied to new patient segments, novel immune checkpoints and novel cancer metabolic pathways. ASLAN’s partners include Array BioPharma, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Almirall and CSL. For additional information please visit www.aslanpharma.com.
CONTACT: Media and IR contacts
Chris Fang
ASLAN Pharmaceuticals
Tel: +886 2 2758 3333
Email: media@aslanpharma.com
Emma Thompson / Stephanie Tan
Spurwing Communications
Tel: +65 6340 7287
Email: ASLAN@spurwingcomms.com
Robert H Uhl
Westwicke Partners
Tel: +1 858 356 5932
Email: robert.uhl@westwicke.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 35 minutes ago.
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Uniserve announces additional changes to Board
Appoints Strategic Independent Director
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniserve Communications Corporation (the “Company”) (TSX-V:USS) is pleased to announce that Mr. Daniel Frydenlund has agreed to join its Board of Directors as an independent Director of the Company. Mr. Hashim Mitha, who has served on the Board for over four years and was critical in the Company’s prior restructuring, will be resigning as a Director, but will remain as the President and Chief Operating Officer. The Company thanks Mr. Mitha for his services on the Board.
Mr. Frydenlund who is the Chairman and CEO of StageFund, a private equity firm, has led seed stage investing through IPO’s as a financial and operating executive for over 25 years, having raised debt and equity capital exceeding $1 Billion. Mr. Frydenlund lived in Europe for many years after first working abroad in South America in 1995 and building what later became assets of Nextel International.
He has operating experience in the US, Europe, Asia and Latin America and is comfortable working with all levels of management, investors and political advisors in developing countries.
One of Mr. Frydenlund's many experiences was as SVP and Chief Financial Officer of Hostmark LTD, London England, a Sturm Group Portfolio Company. It was Europe’s largest Data Center operator at the time, and Mr. Frydenlund was brought in by The Sturm Group to drive change, restructure and exit. He managed the restructuring and sale to WorldPort Communications based in Dublin, Ireland in less than 13 months.
He graduated from The University of Rhode Island, with a BS in Accounting and Finance.
*About Uniserve*
Uniserve is a unified communications company which has been in existence for 30 years, combining voice, data and media all into one seamless solution, one bill and one point of contact in Canada, spread across 13,000 customers serving the Residential / Small Office / Home office and Enterprise markets. The Company resells diverse metropolitan networks across Canada from the incumbents, and provides a rich service of enhancements, with a mixed product portfolio wrapped around connectivity.
This news release was prepared on behalf of the Board of Directors, which accepts full responsibility for its contents.
Learn more at www.uniserve.com or at www.sedar.com.
*Michael C. Scholz*
Chairman of the Board
For more information please contact Mr. Mark Stanton at 604-395-3908 or email us at mark.stanton@uniserveteam.com.
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulations Services Provider (as the term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Management has prepared this release and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein. The statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are forward looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s estimates, assumptions and projections using available information. Uniserve cautions that actual financial results could differ materially from the current expectations due to several factors. Reported by GlobeNewswire 35 minutes ago.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uniserve Communications Corporation (the “Company”) (TSX-V:USS) is pleased to announce that Mr. Daniel Frydenlund has agreed to join its Board of Directors as an independent Director of the Company. Mr. Hashim Mitha, who has served on the Board for over four years and was critical in the Company’s prior restructuring, will be resigning as a Director, but will remain as the President and Chief Operating Officer. The Company thanks Mr. Mitha for his services on the Board.
Mr. Frydenlund who is the Chairman and CEO of StageFund, a private equity firm, has led seed stage investing through IPO’s as a financial and operating executive for over 25 years, having raised debt and equity capital exceeding $1 Billion. Mr. Frydenlund lived in Europe for many years after first working abroad in South America in 1995 and building what later became assets of Nextel International.
He has operating experience in the US, Europe, Asia and Latin America and is comfortable working with all levels of management, investors and political advisors in developing countries.
One of Mr. Frydenlund's many experiences was as SVP and Chief Financial Officer of Hostmark LTD, London England, a Sturm Group Portfolio Company. It was Europe’s largest Data Center operator at the time, and Mr. Frydenlund was brought in by The Sturm Group to drive change, restructure and exit. He managed the restructuring and sale to WorldPort Communications based in Dublin, Ireland in less than 13 months.
He graduated from The University of Rhode Island, with a BS in Accounting and Finance.
*About Uniserve*
Uniserve is a unified communications company which has been in existence for 30 years, combining voice, data and media all into one seamless solution, one bill and one point of contact in Canada, spread across 13,000 customers serving the Residential / Small Office / Home office and Enterprise markets. The Company resells diverse metropolitan networks across Canada from the incumbents, and provides a rich service of enhancements, with a mixed product portfolio wrapped around connectivity.
This news release was prepared on behalf of the Board of Directors, which accepts full responsibility for its contents.
Learn more at www.uniserve.com or at www.sedar.com.
*Michael C. Scholz*
Chairman of the Board
For more information please contact Mr. Mark Stanton at 604-395-3908 or email us at mark.stanton@uniserveteam.com.
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulations Services Provider (as the term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Management has prepared this release and no regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein. The statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are forward looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s estimates, assumptions and projections using available information. Uniserve cautions that actual financial results could differ materially from the current expectations due to several factors. Reported by GlobeNewswire 35 minutes ago.
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"The European project needs to be explained further"
Political science students from Strasbourg discuss the future of Europe
Reported by euronews 22 minutes ago.
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Physicians' Education Resource to Host the 2nd European Symposium on Lung Cancers
The event features globally renowned lung cancer experts Physicians' Education Resource (PER), the leader in hematology and oncology continuing medical education, presents the second annual Europe...
Reported by FinanzNachrichten.de 38 minutes ago.
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SMARTER COOKING BROUGHT TO THE SMART HOME BY ELECTROLUX AND VARIGUARD USING RESEARCH FRONTIERS SPD-SMART LIGHT-CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
This week at 2018 EuroCucina in Milan, Italy, Electrolux premiers the SenseOven 2.0 concept oven using SPD-SmartGlass.
Milan, Italy, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cooking just got smarter and easier thanks to Electrolux and variable tint SPD-SmartGlass supplied by Research Frontiers’ VariGuard division. Electrolux, a global leader in appliances is premiering its "SenseOven 2.0" concept this week at 2018 EuroCucina, Europe’s largest kitchen trade show being held in Milan. The SenseOven 2.0 embeds VariGuard’s SPD-SmartGlass interactive intelligence into the appliance – an electronically dimmable glass which uses Research Frontiers’ patented SPD-Smart light-control film technology.
Electrolux is showing how SPD-SmartGlass makes cooking more interactive, more precise and easier. It also has aesthetic benefits and a sleek modern design.
When the cook is at the oven, the SPD-SmartGlass can be switched to extremely transparent, offering an excellent view of the food and reducing the need to open the door. At all other times, the glass can be extremely dark – blocking over 99.5% of light – completely concealing the oven’s interior and delivering a sleek black appearance as an interior design element.
The ability of the SPD-SmartGlass to switch different zones from clear to dark provides an opportunity for an industry-first oven feature. Recipes specify which oven rack to use, and the rack used can change during cooking. The zone of the SmartGlass in front of the rack to be used can switch from dark to clear – but the other zones can remain dark. If the rack is to be changed during cooking, the zone in front of the new rack can switch clear and the others switch dark. These visual cues to the chef can be provided automatically – the SmartGlass can receive data from the oven's timer, and when appropriate the cue can visually alert the cook on actions to take. In another example of visual cues that can be added, the SmartGlass could communicate with the oven’s temperature monitor and can “flash” – switching repeatedly from clear to black, when the pre-heat temperature has been reached. The SPD-SmartGlass could also communicate interactively with smart device cooking apps for added precision and functionality.
Electrolux has embedded new intelligence into the SenseOven 2.0 concept by its integration of VariGuard’s SPD- SmartGlass. The appearance of the SenseOven 2.0 exterior is electronically adjustable – instantly switching between optically transparent and a sleek solid black. At 2018 EuroCucina, visitors will experience the SPD-SmartGlass changing states between transparent and black via a demonstration program. In kitchens, VariGuard SmartGlass can be controlled manually by the user, via apps on their smart devices, or automatically with the use of motion or proximity sensors. If desired, the system’s intelligence also allows for integration and communication with other oven electronics (for example timers or thermostats), and even with smart home systems.
As an added feature, the SPD-SmartGlass in door of the oven has been designed with three different “zones” of the glass that are independently controllable between clear and dark – increasing the interactive options and benefits.
VariGuard’s SPD-SmartGlass provides optimal solutions to a longstanding dilemma that oven manufacturers have confronted: Oven manufacturers typically need to select a level of tint on the glass that is a compromise between being clear enough to see the oven’s contents while cooking to concealing the oven’s interior and contents to create a sleek design statement.
VariGuard SmartGlass is capable of switching not only from clear to black, but also any level of tint in between, offering opportunities for additional creative interactive features. For example, with the use of a proximity sensor, the tint of the glass can automatically adjust according to how close the cook is to the oven – for an interactive transition.
Electrolux sells more than 40 million products to customers in 150 countries per year. The SPD-Smart light-control film technology featured in Electrolux’s SenseOven 2.0 is also used in sunroofs on many models of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, in windows on over 40 models of aircraft, in yachts, and in art industry picture frames and display cases. It was also experienced by over 6 million people at Expo Milano as part of a 10 thousand square foot SPD-SmartGlass roof for the USA Pavilion. The design, engineering and fabrication of Electrolux’s SenseOven 2.0 concept oven was accomplished by close collaboration among VariGuard SmartGlass (a division of Research Frontiers and the supplier to Electrolux), Vision Systems (a licensee of Research Frontiers), and Electrolux.
*About VariGuard SmartGlass *
VariGuard SmartGlass and SmartPlastic products offer a wide range of visible light transmission, instant switching between dark and clear states, and over 99% UV-blocking at all times. Based on patented SPD light-control technology developed by VariGuard’s parent company Research Frontiers, VariGuard SmartGlass is used in a variety of industries worldwide.
*About Research Frontiers Inc.*
Research Frontiers (Nasdaq: REFR) is the developer of SPD-Smart light-control technology which allows users to instantly, precisely and uniformly control the shading of glass or plastic, either manually or automatically. Research Frontiers has an infrastructure of over 40 licensed companies that collectively are capable of serving the growing global demand for smart glass products in automobiles, homes, buildings, museums, aircraft and boats. For more information, please visit our website at www.SmartGlass.com, and on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Note: From time to time Research Frontiers may issue forward-looking statements which involve risks and uncertainties. This press release contains forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ and are not guaranteed. Any forward-looking statements should be considered accordingly. “SPD-Smart,” “SPD-SmartGlass,” “VariGuard,” “VariGuard SmartGlass,” and “VariGuard SmartPlastic” are trademarks of Research Frontiers and its subsidiary VariGuard SmartGlass.
CONTACT: For further information, please contact:
Seth Van Voorhees, President
VariGuard SmartGlass
+1 516-847-5330
Info@VariGuard.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 23 minutes ago.
Milan, Italy, April 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cooking just got smarter and easier thanks to Electrolux and variable tint SPD-SmartGlass supplied by Research Frontiers’ VariGuard division. Electrolux, a global leader in appliances is premiering its "SenseOven 2.0" concept this week at 2018 EuroCucina, Europe’s largest kitchen trade show being held in Milan. The SenseOven 2.0 embeds VariGuard’s SPD-SmartGlass interactive intelligence into the appliance – an electronically dimmable glass which uses Research Frontiers’ patented SPD-Smart light-control film technology.
Electrolux is showing how SPD-SmartGlass makes cooking more interactive, more precise and easier. It also has aesthetic benefits and a sleek modern design.
When the cook is at the oven, the SPD-SmartGlass can be switched to extremely transparent, offering an excellent view of the food and reducing the need to open the door. At all other times, the glass can be extremely dark – blocking over 99.5% of light – completely concealing the oven’s interior and delivering a sleek black appearance as an interior design element.
The ability of the SPD-SmartGlass to switch different zones from clear to dark provides an opportunity for an industry-first oven feature. Recipes specify which oven rack to use, and the rack used can change during cooking. The zone of the SmartGlass in front of the rack to be used can switch from dark to clear – but the other zones can remain dark. If the rack is to be changed during cooking, the zone in front of the new rack can switch clear and the others switch dark. These visual cues to the chef can be provided automatically – the SmartGlass can receive data from the oven's timer, and when appropriate the cue can visually alert the cook on actions to take. In another example of visual cues that can be added, the SmartGlass could communicate with the oven’s temperature monitor and can “flash” – switching repeatedly from clear to black, when the pre-heat temperature has been reached. The SPD-SmartGlass could also communicate interactively with smart device cooking apps for added precision and functionality.
Electrolux has embedded new intelligence into the SenseOven 2.0 concept by its integration of VariGuard’s SPD- SmartGlass. The appearance of the SenseOven 2.0 exterior is electronically adjustable – instantly switching between optically transparent and a sleek solid black. At 2018 EuroCucina, visitors will experience the SPD-SmartGlass changing states between transparent and black via a demonstration program. In kitchens, VariGuard SmartGlass can be controlled manually by the user, via apps on their smart devices, or automatically with the use of motion or proximity sensors. If desired, the system’s intelligence also allows for integration and communication with other oven electronics (for example timers or thermostats), and even with smart home systems.
As an added feature, the SPD-SmartGlass in door of the oven has been designed with three different “zones” of the glass that are independently controllable between clear and dark – increasing the interactive options and benefits.
VariGuard’s SPD-SmartGlass provides optimal solutions to a longstanding dilemma that oven manufacturers have confronted: Oven manufacturers typically need to select a level of tint on the glass that is a compromise between being clear enough to see the oven’s contents while cooking to concealing the oven’s interior and contents to create a sleek design statement.
VariGuard SmartGlass is capable of switching not only from clear to black, but also any level of tint in between, offering opportunities for additional creative interactive features. For example, with the use of a proximity sensor, the tint of the glass can automatically adjust according to how close the cook is to the oven – for an interactive transition.
Electrolux sells more than 40 million products to customers in 150 countries per year. The SPD-Smart light-control film technology featured in Electrolux’s SenseOven 2.0 is also used in sunroofs on many models of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, in windows on over 40 models of aircraft, in yachts, and in art industry picture frames and display cases. It was also experienced by over 6 million people at Expo Milano as part of a 10 thousand square foot SPD-SmartGlass roof for the USA Pavilion. The design, engineering and fabrication of Electrolux’s SenseOven 2.0 concept oven was accomplished by close collaboration among VariGuard SmartGlass (a division of Research Frontiers and the supplier to Electrolux), Vision Systems (a licensee of Research Frontiers), and Electrolux.
*About VariGuard SmartGlass *
VariGuard SmartGlass and SmartPlastic products offer a wide range of visible light transmission, instant switching between dark and clear states, and over 99% UV-blocking at all times. Based on patented SPD light-control technology developed by VariGuard’s parent company Research Frontiers, VariGuard SmartGlass is used in a variety of industries worldwide.
*About Research Frontiers Inc.*
Research Frontiers (Nasdaq: REFR) is the developer of SPD-Smart light-control technology which allows users to instantly, precisely and uniformly control the shading of glass or plastic, either manually or automatically. Research Frontiers has an infrastructure of over 40 licensed companies that collectively are capable of serving the growing global demand for smart glass products in automobiles, homes, buildings, museums, aircraft and boats. For more information, please visit our website at www.SmartGlass.com, and on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Note: From time to time Research Frontiers may issue forward-looking statements which involve risks and uncertainties. This press release contains forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ and are not guaranteed. Any forward-looking statements should be considered accordingly. “SPD-Smart,” “SPD-SmartGlass,” “VariGuard,” “VariGuard SmartGlass,” and “VariGuard SmartPlastic” are trademarks of Research Frontiers and its subsidiary VariGuard SmartGlass.
CONTACT: For further information, please contact:
Seth Van Voorhees, President
VariGuard SmartGlass
+1 516-847-5330
Info@VariGuard.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 23 minutes ago.
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Village Candle Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Limited-edition True Brilliance candle launched to commemorate milestone
WELLS, Maine (PRWEB) April 17, 2018
In the early 1990s, Paul Aldrich had just closed his decade-old business and was looking for a job in a struggling economy. Discouraged, he met with his ac-countant, who provided some life-changing advice. Upon learning that Aldrich had dabbled in candle making as a hobby many years before, the accountant suggested, "Do yourself a favor—go buy some wax."
Aldrich did just that, borrowing $20 from a friend to buy some simple supplies, and headed to his own kitchen to make scented votive candles that he gave to friends and family, who wanted more—and were willing to pay for them.
As more and more people bought the candles, Paul would use the money to buy more supplies, expanding the product line by procuring "any container that would hold wax" at flea markets and yard sales. He would take the candles to craft shows on the weekends and go back to his kitch-en to make more.
Soon after, Paul found a sales representative in Boston who placed a large order for the Boston Gifts Show, and the Aldrich home became the headquarters of Village Candle. As demand grew, the company moved out of their living room and into a 2,500 square-foot space in Yarmouth. Within two years, the factory encompassed 30,000 sf and Village Candles were being sold across the U.S., tripling in sales volume every year.
While Paul didn't have experience running a company of that size, he understood that building the right team was essential. Paul's wife, Sally, was part of that team. ”She was my rock," says Paul. Some of Village Candle's earliest employees, including the plant manager, several pourers, and the accounts payable person, have been with the company from the very beginning, staying with the company 20-plus years.
“When you do something you are passionate about, it doesn’t feel like work,” Paul says. “I truly love bringing beautiful light and fragrance into people’s homes, and am surrounded by a team that feels the same way.”
Over the years, Village Candle has become a much-loved source for fine fragranced candles. Paul understands the power of his candle fragrances and the emotions they evoke in Village Candle enthusiasts. Paul says true happiness comes from reading letters from customers who tell the stories about their experiences with Village Candle, such as a lilac candle sparking mem-ories of picking flowers with Grandma. Fragrances that have been part of Village Candle from the beginning—Spiced Pumpkin, Balsam Fir, Cinnamon Bun, Mulled Cider and Sugar Cookie—continue to delight customers even as the product line expands to include more sophisticated and trend-forward offerings. "I'm so proud of the positive impact our product has had on people's lives," says Paul.
Today, Village Candle celebrates 25 years of bringing the art and heart of fragrance to candle lovers across America and around the world. Still based in Maine and family owned, the compa-ny has embarked on a new adventure and a new world of fragrance that offers deeper, richer and more layered fragrance experiences that surprise and delight, and designs that are both timeless and modern.
As they look ahead to the next 25 years, Paul and his team have set their sights on growing Vil-lage Candle as a global brand, in the same way he grew the company regionally and then nation-ally. The company has nearly 40 distributors across Europe, the Middle East, Australia and South Africa. "In many of those countries, the impact of decorating our homes with fragrance is just beginning to emerge," Aldrich says.
To bring this vision to fruition, Village Candle has made several strategic hires in the last year. Jeanne Hulit, who has more than 20 years of experience in commercial banking and International trade, and who served in President Barack Obama’s cabinet as Acting Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, joined Village Candle as President in early 2017. The company more recently hired Clive Harper, who has been credited with creating the European candle market for Yankee Candle, as President of Village Candle’s international division. Dana Schwartz, a recognized leader in consumer direct, digital commerce and brand experience in the domestic and international premium brand space, was hired as Vice President of eCommerce and Brand Management.
To share the celebration of this milestone anniversary with loyal customers, partners and friends, Village Candle has created TRUE BRILLIANCE, a limited-edition 25th Anniversary Can-dle that embodies the company’s commitment to creating the richest and brightest candle expe-rience.
Infused with an effervescent blend of citrus, fruit and spice, TRUE BRILLIANCE is ideal for spe-cial occasions of every kind. Notes of sparkling orange, fresh apple and melon create a rush of emotion, while a pop of champagne hits the high notes. Deep shimmering notes of amber and woods mingle to create depth and dimension. Presented in custom glass with an embellished sil-vertone top, this special edition candle is perfect for gift-giving. TRUE BRILLIANCE is available in limited quantities at participating Village Candle retailers and online at http://www.villagecandle.com.
ABOUT VILLAGE CANDLE
Founded in 1993, Village Candle® is a manufacturer and multichannel retailer of quality fra-granced candles, gifts and accessories, based in Wells, Maine. Village Candle® creates fra-granced products using the most refined wax, the richest colors, and the finest fragranced oils available. Village Candle creates and brings high quality home fragrance products to market with the intent to inspire through beauty, fragrance and experience. Village Candle products are sold in gift stores, grocery stores and online throughout the U.S., with a growing international pres-ence in over 32 countries.
For more information visit http://www.villagecandle.com. Reported by PRWeb 8 minutes ago.
WELLS, Maine (PRWEB) April 17, 2018
In the early 1990s, Paul Aldrich had just closed his decade-old business and was looking for a job in a struggling economy. Discouraged, he met with his ac-countant, who provided some life-changing advice. Upon learning that Aldrich had dabbled in candle making as a hobby many years before, the accountant suggested, "Do yourself a favor—go buy some wax."
Aldrich did just that, borrowing $20 from a friend to buy some simple supplies, and headed to his own kitchen to make scented votive candles that he gave to friends and family, who wanted more—and were willing to pay for them.
As more and more people bought the candles, Paul would use the money to buy more supplies, expanding the product line by procuring "any container that would hold wax" at flea markets and yard sales. He would take the candles to craft shows on the weekends and go back to his kitch-en to make more.
Soon after, Paul found a sales representative in Boston who placed a large order for the Boston Gifts Show, and the Aldrich home became the headquarters of Village Candle. As demand grew, the company moved out of their living room and into a 2,500 square-foot space in Yarmouth. Within two years, the factory encompassed 30,000 sf and Village Candles were being sold across the U.S., tripling in sales volume every year.
While Paul didn't have experience running a company of that size, he understood that building the right team was essential. Paul's wife, Sally, was part of that team. ”She was my rock," says Paul. Some of Village Candle's earliest employees, including the plant manager, several pourers, and the accounts payable person, have been with the company from the very beginning, staying with the company 20-plus years.
“When you do something you are passionate about, it doesn’t feel like work,” Paul says. “I truly love bringing beautiful light and fragrance into people’s homes, and am surrounded by a team that feels the same way.”
Over the years, Village Candle has become a much-loved source for fine fragranced candles. Paul understands the power of his candle fragrances and the emotions they evoke in Village Candle enthusiasts. Paul says true happiness comes from reading letters from customers who tell the stories about their experiences with Village Candle, such as a lilac candle sparking mem-ories of picking flowers with Grandma. Fragrances that have been part of Village Candle from the beginning—Spiced Pumpkin, Balsam Fir, Cinnamon Bun, Mulled Cider and Sugar Cookie—continue to delight customers even as the product line expands to include more sophisticated and trend-forward offerings. "I'm so proud of the positive impact our product has had on people's lives," says Paul.
Today, Village Candle celebrates 25 years of bringing the art and heart of fragrance to candle lovers across America and around the world. Still based in Maine and family owned, the compa-ny has embarked on a new adventure and a new world of fragrance that offers deeper, richer and more layered fragrance experiences that surprise and delight, and designs that are both timeless and modern.
As they look ahead to the next 25 years, Paul and his team have set their sights on growing Vil-lage Candle as a global brand, in the same way he grew the company regionally and then nation-ally. The company has nearly 40 distributors across Europe, the Middle East, Australia and South Africa. "In many of those countries, the impact of decorating our homes with fragrance is just beginning to emerge," Aldrich says.
To bring this vision to fruition, Village Candle has made several strategic hires in the last year. Jeanne Hulit, who has more than 20 years of experience in commercial banking and International trade, and who served in President Barack Obama’s cabinet as Acting Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, joined Village Candle as President in early 2017. The company more recently hired Clive Harper, who has been credited with creating the European candle market for Yankee Candle, as President of Village Candle’s international division. Dana Schwartz, a recognized leader in consumer direct, digital commerce and brand experience in the domestic and international premium brand space, was hired as Vice President of eCommerce and Brand Management.
To share the celebration of this milestone anniversary with loyal customers, partners and friends, Village Candle has created TRUE BRILLIANCE, a limited-edition 25th Anniversary Can-dle that embodies the company’s commitment to creating the richest and brightest candle expe-rience.
Infused with an effervescent blend of citrus, fruit and spice, TRUE BRILLIANCE is ideal for spe-cial occasions of every kind. Notes of sparkling orange, fresh apple and melon create a rush of emotion, while a pop of champagne hits the high notes. Deep shimmering notes of amber and woods mingle to create depth and dimension. Presented in custom glass with an embellished sil-vertone top, this special edition candle is perfect for gift-giving. TRUE BRILLIANCE is available in limited quantities at participating Village Candle retailers and online at http://www.villagecandle.com.
ABOUT VILLAGE CANDLE
Founded in 1993, Village Candle® is a manufacturer and multichannel retailer of quality fra-granced candles, gifts and accessories, based in Wells, Maine. Village Candle® creates fra-granced products using the most refined wax, the richest colors, and the finest fragranced oils available. Village Candle creates and brings high quality home fragrance products to market with the intent to inspire through beauty, fragrance and experience. Village Candle products are sold in gift stores, grocery stores and online throughout the U.S., with a growing international pres-ence in over 32 countries.
For more information visit http://www.villagecandle.com. Reported by PRWeb 8 minutes ago.
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