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UFP Industries Plans Largest-Ever Presence at 2024 International Builders’ Show

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Monday, January 29, 2024

Three affiliates of UFP Industries (Nasdaq: UFPI) will display a wide range of new and innovative products at the 2024 NAHB International Builders' Show (IBS) in Las Vegas from February 27-29, 2024.

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  • Three affiliates of UFP Industries (Nasdaq: UFPI) will display a wide range of new and innovative products at the 2024 NAHB International Builders' Show (IBS) in Las Vegas from February 27-29, 2024.
  • Their combined efforts will mark the company’s largest presence at the world’s biggest residential construction trade show.
  • UFP Industries, Inc. is a holding company whose operating subsidiaries – UFP Packaging, UFP Construction and UFP Retail Solutions – manufacture, distribute and sell a wide variety of value-added products used in residential and commercial construction, packaging and other industrial applications worldwide.
  • UFP Industries is ranked #403 on the Fortune 500 and #149 on Industry Week’s list of America’s Largest Manufacturers.

Jetcraft Goes Beyond the Globe With New Virtual Reality Hangar

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Jetcraft ®, the global leader in business aircraft sales, acquisitions and trades, today unveils its virtual hangar, giving visitors 24/7 year-round access to a range of aircraft in a 360-degree immersive experience.

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  • Jetcraft ®, the global leader in business aircraft sales, acquisitions and trades, today unveils its virtual hangar, giving visitors 24/7 year-round access to a range of aircraft in a 360-degree immersive experience.
  • Peter Antonenko, President, Jetcraft noted: “In a world dominated by mobile technology and constant activity, having a virtual space at your fingertips is convenient for all our customers, both new and returning.
  • We recognized early on the potential of the Metaverse and that offering virtual reality experiences meets the evolving needs of our clients.
  • Jetcraft has also opened a virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) booth at the Nice Côte d'Azur General Aviation Terminal from December 2023, bringing the virtual hangar to life further and giving passers-by a taste of the next generation technology that the company is embracing.

The Designery expands into Pennsylvania with a new location in Quakertown

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Monday, December 4, 2023

QUAKERTOWN, Pa., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Designery, an immersive, full-service kitchen, bath and closet design center featuring high-quality cabinets, countertops and flooring, will host a grand opening celebration Dec. 7 from noon to 3 p.m. at  280 N. West End Blvd. B, Quakertown, PA.

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  • There will be a local caricaturist on hand and the event is catered by Nourish, a local woman-owned restaurant.
  • The Designery will also present some of its stunning designs on an Oculus setup.
  • The husband-and-wife team of Fisher and Merola say their Designery location offers personalized design guidance and installation services for remodeling, renovation or new construction.
  • For more information about The Designery Quakertown, please visit https://thedesignery.com/locations/quakertown/

Extended Reality Market to grow by USD 443.26 billion from 2022 - 2027; Rapid improvements in sensor technology to boost the market- Technavio

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The potential growth difference for the extended reality market between 2023 and 2027 is USD 443.26  billion.

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  • The potential growth difference for the extended reality market between 2023 and 2027 is USD 443.26  billion.
  • The rapid improvements in sensor technology are notably driving the Extended Reality (XR) market growth.
  • The rapid development of sensor technology, which may result in cost reduction of sensors, will contribute to the market growth.
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    The infrastructural and integration issues are a significant challenge hindering the extended reality market growth.

SparkLabs DeepTech Fund I Launches to Discover Disruptive Technologies in South Korea

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SparkLabs Korea (http://www.sparklabs.co.kr), Asia's leading startup accelerator and early-stage investor in South Korea, has launched a new venture capital fund, SparkLabs DeepTech. The first close of the fund was $15 million that will focus on seed and series A stage companies in South Korea.

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  • SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SparkLabs Korea ( http://www.sparklabs.co.kr ), Asia's leading startup accelerator and early-stage investor in South Korea, has launched a new venture capital fund, SparkLabs DeepTech.
  • The first close of the fund was $15 million that will focus on seed and series A stage companies in South Korea.
  • SparkLabs Korea defines "deeptech" to include artificial intelligence, biotech, spacetech, smart cities, AR/VR, quantum computing, and advanced materials.
  • "I'm excited that Daniel has joined SparkLabs Korea as a Venture Partner for this new fund and our accelerator fund.

Innovate Globally, Design Locally - Audere Establishes Audere Africa

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Audere Africa was formed to advance digital health development, bringing together the best of artificial intelligence and machine learning research with deep expertise in the health challenges and needs of Africa.

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  • Audere Africa was formed to advance digital health development, bringing together the best of artificial intelligence and machine learning research with deep expertise in the health challenges and needs of Africa.
  • Audere Africa’s diverse team of board of directors has representation from Kenya, Zimbabwe and South Africa and is comprised of:
    Dr. Dino Rech : Founder and CEO of Audere Africa.
  • Born and raised in South Africa, Dino has dedicated his career to the advancement of global health through research and innovation.
  • Audere Africa will expand that footprint and will aid in the development and implementation of HealthPulse across the African continent.

Memfault Named a Global Leader in Cloud Computing for its IoT Reliability Platform

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

The organization sought to identify the companies, products and people that are offering unique solutions that take advantage of cloud technologies.

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  • The organization sought to identify the companies, products and people that are offering unique solutions that take advantage of cloud technologies.
  • Memfault’s cloud-based IoT reliability platform gives connected developers the ability to monitor devices, debug them remotely, and manage over-the-air (OTA) updates.
  • Memfault’s founders, embedded engineers from Fitbit, Oculus, and Pebble, built its platform to give developers critical device reliability engineering (DRE) tools.
  • “At Memfault, we believe in giving IoT developers the flexibility and control to build long-lasting, reliable, and innovative products,” said François Baldassari, CEO, Memfault.

The Diplomat Beach Resort Unveils Exciting End-of-Summer Promotions and Family Packages for Unforgettable Getaways Through Year-End

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Guests can start their day with a tranquil and rejuvenating experience through the Dip's Sunrise Beach Yoga, or ignite their mornings with the exhilarating Oceanfront Spin Class.

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  • Guests can start their day with a tranquil and rejuvenating experience through the Dip's Sunrise Beach Yoga, or ignite their mornings with the exhilarating Oceanfront Spin Class.
  • Visitors begin their stay on a high note with two complimentary "Welcome" drinks, raising a toast to an unforgettable vacation experience.
  • For those seeking the perfect pairing with their Diplomat Prime meal, one of the restaurant's on-site sommeliers will guide guests through their experience.
  • Don't wait any longer to create treasured moments with your friends and loved ones at The Diplomat Beach Resort.

Global Virtual Reality Headset Market Surge Driven by Increasing Smartphone Penetration and Technological Innovations, Projected to Grow at CAGR of 30.6% through 2030 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

The global virtual reality headset market size is expected to reach USD 59.63 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 30.6% from 2023 to 2030.

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  • The global virtual reality headset market size is expected to reach USD 59.63 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 30.6% from 2023 to 2030.
  • The rapid penetration of smartphones along with the continuous advancements in virtual reality (VR) technology are expected to drive market growth.
  • The rising product adoption in the education and healthcare sectors, mainly for teaching & training purposes, is further contributing to the growth of the market.
  • Virtual reality technology enhances the efficiency of product development while helping in minimizing faults in the system.

Aditya Birla Capital Collaborates with Hexaware to Build an Immersive Metaverse Experience, Elevating Customer Engagement

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Monday, July 24, 2023

ISELIN, N.J. and LONDON and MUMBAI, India, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Aditya Birla Capital, the financial solutions arm of the renowned Aditya Birla Group, has proudly unveiled OneVerse, a virtual metaverse lounge designed as a replica of its physical branch.

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  • ISELIN, N.J. and LONDON and MUMBAI, India, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Aditya Birla Capital, the financial solutions arm of the renowned Aditya Birla Group, has proudly unveiled OneVerse, a virtual metaverse lounge designed as a replica of its physical branch.
  • Breaking new ground in the Indian non-banking financial industry, Aditya Birla Capital is one of the first companies to introduce a virtual branch within the metaverse.
  • Ravi Vaidyanathan, President & Global Head – Financial Services at Hexaware, expressed his delight, stating, "Aditya Birla Capital is at the forefront of digital innovation.
  • The partnership between Aditya Birla Capital and Hexaware is set to transform the financial services industry by seamlessly blending the potential of the metaverse with extraordinary customer experiences.