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REMADE CTO To Discuss “Reimagining Energy Use with Digital Technologies” at SXSW®

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Since 2015, Dr. Azer has served as the Associate Director for Manufacturing Science at the Illinois Applied Research Institute at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

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  • Since 2015, Dr. Azer has served as the Associate Director for Manufacturing Science at the Illinois Applied Research Institute at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
  • The panel will also highlight how Manufacturing USA builds collaborative innovation ecosystems to advance these critical technologies.
  • Today, digital technologies are helping reimagine manufacturing processes and products to reduce energy use, decrease emissions, and eliminate waste, creating “circular economy” product flows; increasing energy efficiency through smart manufacturing; and employing digital capabilities in new ways to enhance sustainability.
  • REMADE enables early-stage applied research and development that will create jobs, dramatically reduce embodied energy and greenhouse gas emissions, and increase the supply and use of recycled materials.

Anthropocene Institute Hosts Fusion Energy Panel at SXSW

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

SXSW 2024 Austin Convention Center: Room 6AB: March 9, 2024: 10:00-11:00 AM CT

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  • SXSW 2024 Austin Convention Center: Room 6AB: March 9, 2024: 10:00-11:00 AM CT
    Andrew Holland , CEO Fusion Industry Association, and
    Hideki Yoshino , Founder and CEO, Clean Planet
    There is a broad spectrum of fusion technology, including magnetically confined tokamaks, laser-driven experiments, and other less scientifically proven approaches — each with merits, drawbacks, and degrees of scientific risk.
  • It is too early to cut off any promising area of fusion research.
  • Fusion as an area of R&D and investment is hot, attracting $6.2 billion in private investments.
  • The participants will share their perspectives on the global race occurring to make fusion commercial and scalable.

Honda Combines Personal Mobility and VR in World's First Extended Reality Mobility Experience to Debut at SXSW 2024

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

The all-new Honda XR Mobility Experience integrates digital environments with the real-world experience of riding the Honda UNI-ONE , a hands-free, personal mobility device.

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  • The all-new Honda XR Mobility Experience integrates digital environments with the real-world experience of riding the Honda UNI-ONE , a hands-free, personal mobility device.
  • SXSW attendees will be able to immerse themselves in the all-new Honda XR Mobility Experience at the company's booth #729 located in the SXSW Creative Industries Expo at the Austin Convention Center, March 10-13, 2024.
  • Watch a demonstration of the Honda XR Mobility Experience at https://honda.us/ExtendedReality .
  • SXSW attendees can ride UNI-ONE and immerse themselves in their own "choose your VR adventure" at the Honda XR Mobility Experience.

CoinDesk Takes Karate Combat 47 and IFC2 to Consensus 2024 in Austin

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a groundbreaking first, Karate Combat is set to electrify Austin, Texas as it debuts at Consensus, the longest-running & most impactful crypto & web3 conference globally. This monumental event will transform the conference's Austin Convention Center into an arena of high-stakes martial arts on May 30, 2024, merging the worlds of elite fighting and digital innovation.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a groundbreaking first, Karate Combat is set to electrify Austin, Texas as it debuts at Consensus, the longest-running & most impactful crypto & web3 conference globally.
  • In addition to ten professional Karate Combat fights, the league will host its second installment of its brand new Influencer Fight Club (IFC) format.
  • Brad Spies, Managing Director of Consensus, said: We're thrilled to introduce Karate Combat to the vibrant city of Austin and Consensus attendees.
  • Produced by the award-winning crypto media outlet CoinDesk, Consensus is celebrating ten years of dialogue, discovery, and dealmaking.

ECM Honored by SXSW Innovation Awards for PrintStator Electric Motor CAD SaaS

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

“ECM is honored to receive SXSW award recognition for our PrintStator Motor CAD platform.

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  • “ECM is honored to receive SXSW award recognition for our PrintStator Motor CAD platform.
  • As a company, ECM pairs PrintStator Motor CAD to patented PCB Stator innovation to create next generation electric machines that are smaller, quieter, and more energy and space efficient.
  • “With PrintStator, ECM aims to positively disrupt an electric motor space that hasn’t seen transformative innovation for eons.
  • In ECM’s view, the best way to serve that electric motor future is to offer PrintStator Motor CAD to the public as SaaS,” said ECM CEO Brian Casey.

Balega To Exhibit at The Running Event 2023

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

DURHAM, N.C., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Balega , a leading performance running sock brand, announces participation in The Running Event (TRE) 2023, North America's premier run and outdoor specialty retail conference and tradeshow.

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  • DURHAM, N.C., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Balega , a leading performance running sock brand, announces participation in The Running Event (TRE) 2023, North America's premier run and outdoor specialty retail conference and tradeshow.
  • Balega is a platinum sponsor and will be at Booth 1521 showcasing their latest product offerings, including the Balega Blister Resist Light in a new mini-crew silhouette.
  • "We look forward to once again being at TRE and connecting with our partners in the running community," said Michael Polk, Chief Executive Officer of Implus.
  • Balega invites all TRE attendees to visit Booth 1521 to learn more about their products and initiatives for Spring 2024.

OpenRock Introduces OpenRock S: Elevating Music and Sports Experience

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Monday, November 20, 2023

Boasting TubeBass™ technology and 16.2mm dynamic drivers, OpenRock S seamlessly integrates into a multi-cavity acoustic system designed with a focus on ergonomics.

Key Points: 
  • Boasting TubeBass™ technology and 16.2mm dynamic drivers, OpenRock S seamlessly integrates into a multi-cavity acoustic system designed with a focus on ergonomics.
  • OpenRock S continues to feature OpenRock's unique customizable silicone ear hooks, providing a secure and comfortable fit for various ear shapes.
  • The OpenRock S is now available at $89.99 in two stylish colors on Amazon.us , Amazon.uk , Amazon.de and OpenRock website .
  • OpenRock invites you to experience our product lineup, including the OpenRock S and OpenRock Pro, at booth 311 during The Running Event Exhibition at the Austin Convention Center from November 28th to 30th.

OpenRock Introduces OpenRock S: Elevating Music and Sports Experience

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 20, 2023

Boasting TubeBass™ technology and 16.2mm dynamic drivers, OpenRock S seamlessly integrates into a multi-cavity acoustic system designed with a focus on ergonomics.

Key Points: 
  • Boasting TubeBass™ technology and 16.2mm dynamic drivers, OpenRock S seamlessly integrates into a multi-cavity acoustic system designed with a focus on ergonomics.
  • OpenRock S continues to feature OpenRock's unique customizable silicone ear hooks, providing a secure and comfortable fit for various ear shapes.
  • The OpenRock S is now available at $89.99 in two stylish colors on Amazon.us , Amazon.uk , Amazon.de and OpenRock website .
  • OpenRock invites you to experience our product lineup, including the OpenRock S and OpenRock Pro, at booth 311 during The Running Event Exhibition at the Austin Convention Center from November 28th to 30th.

Cambria Hotels Furthers Nationwide Expansion with Openings in Sought-After Markets

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

ROCKVILLE, Md., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), the challenger in the upscale segment, continues its growth, opening two Cambria Hotels in popular destinations this past October, and breaking ground on two others. The newly opened properties, located in Austin, TX, and Lake Placid, NY, join a collection of more than 60 open Cambria Hotels located around the country and an upscale portfolio of eight brands, including Radisson Blu, the Ascend Hotel Collection, Radisson and Radisson Individuals with hotels around the world.

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  • Choice Hotels recently hired Indy Adenaw as senior vice president and general manager, upscale brands to grow Choice's upscale portfolio of eight brands.
  • "We're opening world-class hotels, providing owners and operators with our best-in-class franchisee-facing technology platforms, are reinvigorating our Choice Privileges loyalty program.
  • We have a dedicated, strong team of professionals working to grow the performance of our hotels across the segment."
  • Cambria Hotels broke ground on two additional properties in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in October 2023; the Cambria Hotel Fort Worth and the Cambria Hotel Northlake.

Navistar Financial Re-Launches Retail Capabilities to Support International Truck and IC Bus Customers

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

LISLE, Ill., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar Financial re-launches retail capabilities to serve International truck and IC Bus customers.

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  • LISLE, Ill., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar Financial re-launches retail capabilities to serve International truck and IC Bus customers.
  • A captive financial services provider for Navistar, Inc., Navistar Financial provides customers with tailor-made, competitive loan and lease financing.
  • "Navistar Financial is an integral piece of our customer value proposition," said Mathias Carlbaum, President and CEO, Navistar.
  • "I couldn't be more excited to bring retail financial services back to International® and IC Bus® dealers and customers through Navistar Financial," said Koen Knoops, President, Navistar Financial.