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Wide-bandgap power converters with easy-to-use inverter development modules


Imperix power modules & RedLink® Firecomms transceivers

Imperix power modules & RedLink® Firecomms transceivers

Thanks to Firecomms products, our customers are definitely able to develop wide-bandgap inverters as they would play with LEGO blocks

Thanks to the high quality and performance of Firecomms products, Imperix is able to reinforce its leading position on the market of prototyping solutions for wide bandgap power converters.

Imperix has grown a multi-disciplinary product portfolio on inverter modules and high-performance controllers. Such modularity brings many challenges at managing the galvanic isolation throughout the setup while complying with the various sources of EMI-induced perturbations.

Firecomms’ long-term cooperation with Imperix fostered the implementation of the high-speed version Redlink® transceivers within Imperix’s new Silicon-carbide power modules range. The high-speed, low Pulse Width Distortion (PWD), robust EMI performance, and low propagation delay skew of the 50 MBd RedLink® transceivers provide simple, reliable, and galvanically isolated transmission of switching and fault signals while maintaining the time resolution provided by the Imperix B-Box RCP power electronics controller.

Thanks to the simplicity and modularity provided by Imperix products supported by Firecomms technologies, the development of Silicon-carbide power inverters and drives is within reach of every electrical engineer.

“We’re glad to see that our industry-proven optical communication technologies thanks to Imperix products, can accommodate and accelerate the R&D of modern converters”, says Michael O’Gorman, Head of Product Development at Firecomms.

Simon Delalay, Managing Director at Imperix adds, “Thanks to Firecomms products, our customers are definitely able to develop wide-bandgap inverters as they would play with LEGO blocks”.

About Firecomms

http://www.firecomms.com

Firecomms, a global leader in the provision of industrial fiber optic solutions and optical transceivers, efficiently combines state-of-the-art compound and silicon semiconductor technologies with innovative small-scale integration for rugged communications over short links and across high-voltage isolation barriers as well as in networking links utilizing the unique benefits of Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) and related optical fiber products. The RedLink® series consists of a range of DC to 1, 5, 10 and 50 MBd transceivers in industry-standard interconnect systems (horizontal, vertical and 30° tilted) while the company’s innovative OptoLock® plugless transceivers and industry-standard LC transceivers support both the DC-50 MBd designs as well as 125-250 Mbps applications.

Firecomms is jointly headquartered in Cork, Ireland and Tongxiang, China and is supported by a global footprint of distribution and logistics teams with facilities in the USA, Europe, Shanghai and Southeast Asia. In Ireland, R&D is driven by an experienced team of Ph.D. researchers and engineers, while world-class manufacturing is based in China.

About Imperix

http://www.imperix.com

Imperix develops high-end control equipment and prototyping hardware for power electronics, drives, smart grids, and related topics. Its products are designed to enable cutting-edge innovation in corporate and academic environments. They are especially valued for their ability to accelerate the implementation of laboratory-scale power converters and facilitate the derivation of high-quality experimental results. The company also offers various levels of integration services, intended to assist its customers in their prototyping activities. As such, its offering ranges from the delivery of plug-and-play hardware and software to that of fully customized systems involving specialized control software algorithms.

Imperix ltd. is established in Sion, Switzerland. Its name is derived from the Latin verb imperare, which stands for controlling – or ruling – and refers to the company’s core business: the control of power electronic systems. It is a spin-off of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne (EPFL).

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Artist Steven Sebring Drops Exclusive NFT Featuring Singer, Songwriter, and “Godmother of Punk” Patti Smith on SuperRare


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Artist, Technologist and Digital Innovator Steven Sebring released his first NFT featuring legendary Artist and “Punk Poet Laureate” Patti Smith on SuperRare today, entitled patti punk. Culminating in a Sundance Award for Excellence in Cinematography in 2008 for Patti Smith: Dream of Life, Steven and Patti spent over eleven years together documenting her journey back to the stage from a sixteen-year hiatus.

Over the past 25 years, they have collaborated on a wide variety of artistic projects from books and films, to live performances and art installations – establishing a palpable sense of trust and mutual respect for artistry and harmony between them. With genuine appreciation, Smith notes that Sebring always captures her as herself and does not influence any version of herself, past or present.

The patti punk NFT is a result of their journey together and the evolution of Sebring’s technological approach to image capture with his proprietary technology.

SMITH ON “PUNK”

According to Smith, “the essence of punk in 1974/’75 was freedom. Freedom in the way we expressed ourselves, dressed, and performed. It let the artist feel freedom and they were just themselves.” This is Punk. “The work that one does and the work of one’s energy.” Also noted by Smith, “I can still put my foot through an amp and at the same time scrub my floors and take care of my children.”

While happy to be the “Godmother of Punk”, Smith acknowledges that “each generation translates what punk [rock] means to them” and believes that new generations should define themselves by their own experience rather than by those who came before them. To Smith, the essence of Punk is Freedom. She acknowledges the originating artistic process, but once it is given to the people, it is theirs and it may transform. Without any territorial feelings, she notes, “We kick the door open and let the new people take it. Break on through to the other side.”

SEBRING ON TECHNOLOGY

Sebring is a purist when it comes to the capture process. “I hope people see the connection I have with the subjects I photograph,” says Sebring noting that photography is the only way to capture moments. However, Sebring embraces technology, even developing his own, as a tool for the continuous exploration and evolution of his art.

Sebring photographed Smith in 1999 for her album “Gung Ho” using Polaroids. The single capture of the moment and seeing it physically was a distinctive experience for him. In 2005, Sebring embraced digital technologies to be able to create multiples of his work. He used a scanner to digitize the images and software to pixelate them, combining pure capture with technology to explore new ways of seeing these moments. These steps were only the initial explorations of his artistic innovation.

The resulting images were shown in Illuminations: Who Are Poets, an exhibition of photography and installation works by Sebring at the Milk Gallery in April of 2011. The exhibition featured Patti Smith, Michael Stipe, Jim Carroll, Joey Ramone, Neil Young and Philip Glass. Based on the concept of looking at a piece of stained glass up close and not being able to discern the overall image, the pieces in Illumination give the viewer a sense of this discovery. When moving back and scanning images with a phone, the photographs would emerge clearly to the viewer.

With NFTs, Sebring is embracing the new world, reimagining the process of capturing, creating, and displaying art that evolves over time.

ABOUT STEVEN SEBRING

An Artist, Emmy-nominated Director, Photographer and self-proclaimed “Photo-Scientist,” Steven Sebring is the creator of SEBRING REVOLUTION, a media company using proprietary camera systems designed by Sebring to create immersive and interactive storytelling experiences. For more than 25 years, Sebring has collaborated with innovators in the realms of fashion, music, art, sports and film. He is the recipient of the Sundance Excellence in Cinematography Award, multiple Clio Awards, and received an Emmy nomination for his full-length feature film, Patti Smith: Dream of Life.

ABOUT PATTI SMITH

An Artist, Poet, Activist, Singer-Songwriter, Traveler and known “Punk Poet Laureate,” Patti Smith is an icon and inspiration to the world. She was an integral part of the downtown NYC arts scene in the late 1960’s. Her debut album Horses was a significant influence on the Punk music scene in the 1970’s. In 2007 Patti was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and she has won numerous awards including the National Book Award in 2010 for her memoir, Just Kids.

For more information, please visit http://www.stevensebring.com or https://superrare.co/. Contact: Doug Scott at douggaryscott@gmail.com

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Queue Associates, Inc. Microsoft Dynamics Gold Partner Achieves ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2013 Certifications


Queue Associates, Inc. is proud to announce that it has achieved the prestigious International Organization for Standardization ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2013 certifications for the United States as well as in other locations across the globe.

Queue Associates, Inc. is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner focused on consulting and implementation services for Microsoft Dynamics 365 intelligent business applications and other complementary Microsoft offerings. Queue is proud to announce that it has achieved the prestigious International Organization for Standardization ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2013 certifications for the United States as well as in other locations across the globe.

ISO 9001:2015 certification provides a model for Queue Associates to help build effective quality management systems for Microsoft Dynamics 365 and other related client initiatives throughout complete project lifecycles. This specific standard is based on several quality management principles, including a strong customer focus, an involvement of high-level organization management, a process-oriented approach, and an ongoing improvement of processes. All are attributes essential to Microsoft Dynamics 365 application selection, implementation and customization, and support.

ISO 27001:2013 is the internationally recognized standard describing the requirements for an Information Security Management System (ISMS). It represents a blueprint for building a solid foundation for information security. Queue Associates’ achievement of this certification demonstrates its continued commitment to following the highest standards in data security and privacy for all Microsoft application, cloud, desktop image, and remote work paradigms. The standard also includes requirements for the assessment and treatment of information security risks.

“Our ISO recognitions are important accomplishments for Queue,” said Jeffrey Goldstein, Queue Associates, Inc.’s Managing Director. “They are part of our comprehensive, long-term commitment to maintaining quality, safety, and information security in delivering our Microsoft-focused solutions. Those services are centered on an organization’s most sensitive information—including financial and customer data and related applications, and the virtual and on-premises infrastructure housing those assets.”

With the two ISO achievements, Queue Associates is provided with the framework needed to help consistently meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements. Queue Associates’ ISO certifications were issued through a rigorous process overseen by QMS International, one of the leading ISO certification bodies.

About Queue Associates, Inc.

Founded in 1992, Queue Associates, Inc., headquartered in New York City, is a consulting and professional services organization – and Microsoft Gold Certified Partner – dedicated to providing Microsoft solutions to domestic and global organizations. These solutions include accounting and finance, project accounting, human resources, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and customer relationship management (CRM) systems. Queue Associates’ team comprises full-time Microsoft Certified Developers and Microsoft Certified System Engineers in addition to certified public accountants (CPAs).

To learn more, please visit https://queueassoc.com/

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KP Performance Antennas Releases New Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6e Omni and Flat Panel Antennas


KP Performance Antennas Releases New Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6e Omni and Flat Panel Antennas

“These omni and flat panel antennas are one of the world’s first Wi-Fi 6e antennas available for the mass market, unlocking a multitude of untapped features and providing blazing fast communication speeds,” said Kevin Hietpas, Product Line Manager.

KP Performance Antennas, an Infinite Electronics brand and a manufacturer of wireless network antennas, just launched a new line of omnidirectional and flat panel Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6e antennas that are ideal for commercial and enterprise users in industrial, utilities, mil/aero and small office home office (SOHO) applications.

KP’s newest omni and flat panel antennas cover the 2.4, 4.9, 5 and 6 GHz bandwidths and are Wi-Fi 6e ready. They deliver more spectrum by 1.2 GHz than previous Wi-Fi antennas. This quadrupling of the Wi-Fi available network allows speeds to reach up to 1 to 2 Gbps, which is comparable to mmWave 5G signals. These antennas also provide low latency and work with the latest devices released in 2021 and beyond.

The multi-port omnis and flat panel antennas in this line are designed for indoor, outdoor or large venue deployments up to 6×6 MIMO capability. They are offered with RP-SMA, RP-TNC, N-Type male and N-Type female connectors.

“These omni and flat panel antennas are one of the world’s first Wi-Fi 6e antennas available for the mass market, unlocking a multitude of untapped features and providing blazing fast communication speeds,” said Kevin Hietpas, Product Line Manager.

KP’s new omni and flat panel Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6e antennas are in-stock and can be ordered directly from the KP Performance Antennas website or any of KP’s authorized distributors.

For inquiries, please call 1-855-276-5772.

About KP Performance Antennas:

With decades of in-the-field expertise as former WISP operators and Ph.D. antenna engineers, KP Performance Antennas helps wireless internet service providers maximize ROI with products engineered to exceed industry expectations by delivering superior throughput, greater service coverage, dependable performance and reduced maintenance costs, while also providing responsive service, expert technical support and same-day shipping. KP Performance Antennas is an Infinite Electronics brand.

About Infinite Electronics:

Based in Irvine, Calif., Infinite Electronics offers a broad range of components, assemblies and wired/wireless connectivity solutions, serving the aerospace/defense, industrial, government, consumer electronics, instrumentation, medical and telecommunications markets. Infinite’s brands include Pasternack, Fairview Microwave, L-com, MilesTek, ShowMeCables, NavePoint, INC Installs, Integra Optics, PolyPhaser, Transtector, KP Performance Antennas, RadioWaves & Aiconics. Infinite Electronics serves a global engineering customer base with deep technical expertise and support, with one of the broadest inventories of products available for immediate shipment.

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Enghouse Vidyo Achieves ISO 27001 Certification, the Pinnacle of Information Security and Data Protection


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Enghouse Vidyo, a division of Enghouse Systems Limited (TSX: ENGH) and a leader in embedded real-time video solutions, today announced it has earned ISO 27001 Certification, the world’s premier standard in information security.

Vidyo now meets the strictest security requirements in the industry for its Information Security Management System (ISMS). With certification, Vidyo can assure the use of robust data security controls conforming to this internationally recognized standard.

“Security has played an integral role in Vidyo since inception,” said Aaron Soroka, Vice President Operations, Enghouse Vidyo. “At Vidyo, we enable the world’s most critical real-time communication, and protecting our customers’ data has always been a top priority. Our ISO 27001 Certification is confirmation of our ongoing commitment to the highest security standards, providing additional peace of mind to our partners and customers.”

Published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is the global standard for information security. The certification establishes more than 100 requirements for a comprehensive ISMS, including: the physical security of facilities, software product security (from development to delivery environments and processes), financial information, HR processes and personnel, and management’s commitment to security work.

Certification of the Vidyo ISMS means its customers can expect systematic and ongoing management of information security risks that can otherwise affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of corporate and personal information. Implemented controls include security-by-design product development, data encryption, vulnerability management, business continuity and disaster recovery plans, and much more.

The certification of Vidyo was granted after the completion of a formal audit performed by SGS SA, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.

Enghouse Interactive, Americas (EIA), an adjacent division of Enghouse, received the same ISO certification in October 2020.

The official certificate can be found at https://www.sgs.com/en/certified-clients-and-products/certified-client-directory, certificate ID CA21/819944189.

Members of the media can direct questions about the Enghouse Vidyo ISO 27001 certification to legal.operations@enghouse.com.

About Enghouse Vidyo

Enghouse Vidyo is a subsidiary of Enghouse Systems Limited, a software and services company traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:ENGH). Vidyo enriches people’s lives by embedding real-time video into digital communications in the moments that matter most. Millions of people around the world connect visually every day through Vidyo’s secure, scalable technology and cloud-based services. Its patented platform integrates with virtually any application environment, network, and device to deliver the highest quality experiences that strengthen teams, build trust, solidify relationships, and improve quality of life. Learn more at http://www.vidyo.com, read our blog, or follow us on Twitter at @vidyo, on LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

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TimSorb Hybrid Thermal / EMI Absorber from Schlegel Tackles the Increased Demand for Thermal Management


Hybrid thermal EMI absorber

TimSorb Thermal / EMI Absorber

We use our expertise to help our customers stay ahead of the game in their markets.

The increasing demand for functionality in the modern electronic system has fueled the trajectory of the electronics market towards Moore’s law. To meet these demands, modern systems operate with higher data rates and have a denser footprint. The downside is that more EMI issues arise, and systems have a higher demand for thermal management.

Schlegel is a leader in providing solutions that overcome even the most challenging EMI and thermal issues.

“We developed TimSorb to ensure our customers had high-performance products to overcome modern EMI and thermal management demands. As an industry leader, we use our expertise to help our customers stay ahead of the game in their markets,” said Haydee Dibble, vice president at Schlegel Electronic Materials.

The dual-functional TimSorb line features:

  • OP-7400, a hybrid absorber/thermal management material used for premium EMI mitigation.
  • OP-7500, a premium grade thermal conductivity vs. OP-7400 with excellent EMI mitigation.                    
  • OP- 7600, the best of both worlds having premium EMI attenuation performance and excellent thermal conductivity.

OP-7400/7500/7600 grades are used like traditional thermal interface materials between a heat source such as an integrated circuit and heat sink or other heat transfer devices such as a metal chassis.

TimSorb adds value

  • A two-in-one solution for easier design, assembly, and lower cost of ownership
  • Improved reliability and performance of electronic devices
  • Improved EMC performance and lower cost to meet compliance requirements
  • RoHS compliant and halogen-free

TimSorb has applications across a wide range of markets, including

  • Consumer electronics – handset and tablet, gaming devices, UHD TV, Notebook Computers, etc.
  • Automotive – navigation/infotainment systems
  • Data infrastructure – router, optical transceiver, set-top box
  • Telecom infrastructure – base station

More information on the TimSorb series can be found here.

About Schlegel Electronic Materials

Schlegel has been a trusted source for high-performance custom EMI/Thermal solutions worldwide for over 100 years and invented highly conductive fabric over foam shielding gaskets in 1987. That was a breakthrough for the electromagnetic interference shielding of electronic enclosures and helped position the company as the pre-eminent manufacturer of electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding products.

SEM offers a full range of EMI shielding products, including FOF gaskets, Absorbers, Elastomers, Thermal Interface Materials, I/O backplane shielding gaskets, BeCu Fingerstock, Conductive foams, conductive tapes, and laminates. These products enable the computer, telecommunications, military, medical, and electronics industries to meet global electromagnetic compatibility requirements (EMC).

From concept to production, SEM’s complete portfolio of shielding products combines highly conductive materials with flexible foams and coatings to provide the latest EMI containment solutions.The company’s world-renowned EMI shielding gaskets are available in hundreds of profiles and unique designs, with attachment options that include mechanical self-attaching, clip, rivet, and a variety of pressure-sensitive adhesives. https://www.schlegelemi.com/

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U.S. B2B Technology Sales See Positive First Quarter Momentum, Up 4%


As many in the U.S. begin their return to ‘normal’ we are starting to see some of the pandemic-related sales momentum shift and anticipate that we are likely to see some growth shift from the hardware that was needed to outfit home offices, back to software for business operations.

The U.S. B2B technology channel generated nearly $24.1 billion in the first quarter of 2021, a 4% sales growth compared to the same period a year prior, according to The NPD Group’s B2B Distributor Track and Reseller Tracking services. This is also up 4% compared to Q1 2019. During the quarter, software sales, which make up 27% of industry sales, experienced 3% growth, while hardware dollar sales saw a 4% increase.

Sales trends that began during the onset of the pandemic are continuing into the first quarter of the 2021, as products that enable working and learning from home, including USB cameras (+320%) and notebooks* (+51%), saw strong growth over Q1 2020. While tablets also saw double-digit growth in Q1 (+18%) the category is beginning to slow from its peak 2020 growth.

“As many in the U.S. begin their return to ‘normal’ we are starting to see some of the pandemic-related sales momentum shift and anticipate that as businesses and schools begin opening we are likely to see some growth shift from the hardware that was needed to outfit home offices, back to software for business operations,” said Mike Crosby, Director and B2B Technology Industry Analyst, The NPD Group.

In Q1 software revenue growth was driven by cloud gains, up 44% vs. Q1 2020, as well as increases in enterprise resource management (+28%), and monitoring and management (+24%). Since the pandemic took hold and many employees were forced to work remote, security software has been a top priority. In Q1 security software saw a 6% year-over-year increase, trending ahead of the overall software segment. Top growth categories included security information and event management (SIEM) and gateway and firewall.

“Driven by digital transformation, cloud is delivering real value for businesses of all sizes. We are anticipating additional software investment related to communication, collaboration, and security for both remote and hybrid workforces, enabling agility as well as scalability,” noted Crosby.

*Includes BTO & Preconfigured Devices

Source: The NPD Group, U.S. B2B Distributor Track® and Reseller Tracking service, Jan.-March 2021 vs. Jan.-March 2020.

About The NPD Group, Inc.

NPD offers data, industry expertise, and prescriptive analytics to help our clients grow their businesses in a changing world. Over 2,000 companies worldwide rely on us to help them measure, predict, and improve performance across all channels, including brick-and-mortar, e-commerce, and B2B. We have services in 19 countries worldwide, with operations spanning the Americas, Europe, and APAC. Practice areas include apparel, appliances, automotive, beauty, books, B2B technology, consumer technology, e-commerce, fashion accessories, food consumption, foodservice, footwear, home, home improvement, juvenile products, media entertainment, mobile, office supplies, retail, sports, toys, and video games. For more information, visit npd.com. Follow us on Twitter: @npdgroup.

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CatapultX Officially Launches the First and Only On-Stream™ Video Platform for Advertisers and Publishers


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CatapultX’s mission is to ensure ad-supported video experiences are as great as they can be.

CatapultX, today announced the official launch of its On-Stream™ video monetization and contextual artificial intelligence (AI) platform. The announcement follows the onboarding of CatapultX’s initial user base and its selection to participate in two prestigious accelerator programs, Plug and Play Media & Ad Startups and HYPE Sports Global Virtual Accelerator (GVA) 2.0.

The CatapultX On-Stream platform harnesses AI to power contextually relevant and non-interruptive video ads integrated directly within video content so that promotions do not interrupt the audience experience and drive maximum results for advertisers and publishers. For publishers and video content creators, the technology maximizes the monetization potential from every video, across every channel. For advertisers, the AI-powered placements and unskippable format delivers brand messages in a privacy-safe way in the moment of highest impact and relevance.

WatchMojo, one of the largest digital media companies dedicated to fan culture entertainment, is among the first use cases CatapultX is sharing. Since 2006, WatchMojo’s catalogue of videos has generated 20 billion cumulative videos and now reach over 150 million consumers monthly. WatchMojo began using CatapultX to increase monetization across its owned-and-operated property. As a result, since 2020, WatchMojo has seen a 25% increase in the ROI its website’s video revenue is generating.

According to Ashkan Karbasfrooshan, Founder and CEO of WatchMojo, “The viewer experience focus and privacy-by-design provided by the CatapultX platform and performance during our first few trials was genuinely outstanding. The results truly demonstrated how fantastic video experiences can be when programming and advertising are in true harmony. CatapultX A) delivers video advertising the way it’s meant to be OR B) gives a glimpse into the future of the advertising consumer experiences.”

WatchMojo is not the only fan of CatapultX. The company beat out thousands of others competing for spots in both Plug and Play and HYPE Sports GVA’s accelerator programs. Only 1% of the companies that compete for spots with the accelerators are selected. Plug and Play introduces 500 of the top companies in the world to the best start-ups. HYPE operates similarly, but is focused on connecting the top global sports and e-sports leaders to the best new solution providers.

According to Plug and Play Director of Media and Advertising, Will Decker, “For the past year, our corporate partners have shown an increasing interest in figuring out how to drive maximum value across all advertising in a cookieless world. CatapultX’s ability to address that need is what led us to introduce them to our Media & Ad program.”

Ryan McCumber, Founder SportsTech.ai and the overall creator and Program Director for the HYPE Global Virtual Accelerator 2.0, said, “CatapultX caught our attention from initial application. The pandemic dramatically affected live sports and e-sports, it changed the industry forever and highlighted how key digital video experiences will be in the future. Throughout the process and as evidenced by the DRAFT, CatapultX is a clear winner and driving a revolutionary change in digital sponsorship.”

According to CatapultX founder and CEO, Zack Rosenberg, many in its latest wave of users discovered the platform through the accelerators, including several Fortune 500 brands and sports teams. CatapultX was the most selected company through the HYPE GVA 2.0 program for pilots by sports partners, including some of the largest sports federations in the world like DAZN, Deutscher Fussball-Bund (DFB), Eurovision Sport, NHL Las Vegas Golden Knight, NBA Milwaukee Bucks, NFL Minnesota Vikings, ESLGaming, 888sport and more.

During the HYPE GVA 2.0 Clubs, Federations, Leagues and Broadcasters Draft virtual event, Matt Johnson of the Minnesota Vikings said, “I think CatapultX’s platform is really unique and provides a lot of potential in our connection between our fan base and our partners.”

Rosenberg and co-founder and COO, James Altschuler, are now hyper-focused on ensuring CatapultX’s growing list of partners have a flawless experience and receive the strategic guidance they need to maximize use of the platform.

“It’s a tremendously exciting time. We couldn’t be more grateful for the support Plug and Play and HYPE Sports GVA are providing and thrilled by the success our advertising and publishing partners are reporting,” said Rosenberg. “CatapultX’s mission is to ensure ad-supported video experiences are as great as they can be. The results our advertising and publishing partners are sharing is a testament to how gigantic the gap between what those experiences have been in the past and should be now and in the future. We intend to close that gap for good.”

According to Magna Global, 84% of video viewers will leave interruptive pre-roll ads once they start, 65% will skip immediately and 25% will block that ad format altogether. This leaves the viewer frustrated, the content creator with lost revenue opportunity and the advertiser with missed goals.

“With CatapultX, no one has to settle for interruptive ad experiences anymore. The solution is clear and everyone wins. Game over,” said Altschuler

To learn more or sign up for a demo of the CatapultX On-Stream platform, please visit: https://www.catapultx.com/.

About CatapultX

Headquartered in North America, CatapultX is a global audience engagement technology company that is known for its On-Stream™ Video Monetization & Contextual AI Platform. CatapultX’s pioneering platform is ending interruptive advertising as we know it by making it possible to serve ads within digital media and gaming content across every channel. Using CatapultX, advertisers can now deliver their brand messages at the moment of highest relevance and impact. Publishers can now maximize revenue potential from every video, across any channel. CatapultX is backed by Quake Capital, Plug and Play Ventures and HYPE Capital. http://www.catapultx.com

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Acerta Analytics and NEXTY Electronics Collaborate on Automotive Analytics Services


From improving quality and throughput in the factory to enhancing vehicle reliability and fleet performance in the field, machine learning is driving the next generation of connected vehicles.

Acerta Analytics, a provider of machine learning platforms for the automotive industry, and NEXTY Electronics, an electronics trading company in the Toyota Tusho Group, have entered into an agreement for the purpose of providing analytics services to connected vehicles in order to enhance their safety and connectivity.

As automakers continue to advance toward Industry 4.0, automotive data and cloud-based analytics will play an increasingly important role at every stage of the product life cycle. From improving quality and throughput in the factory to enhancing vehicle reliability and fleet performance in the field, machine learning is driving the next generation of connected vehicles.

Through their new business alliance, Acerta’s machine learning platform and NEXTY’s vehicle data platform will be linked to diagnose and predict the deterioration or failure of vehicle components. This information will then be used to notify owners about their vehicle’s condition and adjust maintenance schedules accordingly.

Working with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, Acerta has developed a high level of expertise in automotive data analysis. NEXTY Electronics leverages the connected technologies it has cultivated over the years to provide a full range of fleet management services, including devices for data input and output data.

The partnership between Acerta, with its sophisticated machine learning, and NEXTY, with its strength in vehicle electronics, will support data-driven business for all types of vehicles. In the future, the companies will provide a series of joint data analysis services that will include vehicle component design and manufacturing in addition to on-road applications. Combining design and production data with data from driving behavior will further reduce costs and help optimize the supply chain for replacement parts. Together, Acerta and NEXTY will help accelerate the growth of safe and secure next-generation mobility.

About Acerta Analytics

Acerta Analytics is empowering automotive data to unlock its value and transform product quality. Our platforms detect the earliest indicators of future product failures, enabling automotive OEMs and Tier 1s to optimize vehicle and part quality, safety and reliability. We give engineers the tools to amplify their domain knowledge with data science and machine learning via cloud-based analytics. Built exclusively for the auto industry on a single database architecture, our software scales seamlessly to maximize efficiency, minimize operational expenses, and ensure customer loyalty throughout the entire product life cycle, from the assembly line to the finish line. For more information, visit https://www.acerta.ai.

About NEXTY Electronics

As the core company of the Toyota Tsusho Group’s electronics business, NEXTY Electronics is one of the leading companies in the field of automotive electronics. The company is actively applying automated driving technology, connectivity technology, and other cutting-edge technologies it has cultivated in this field to industrial equipment, agricultural equipment, and other peripheral industries. With our technologies and products at the core, we provide solutions to solve social issues by meeting the needs of our customers and the world in a wide range of fields. For more information, please visit https://www.nexty-ele.com.

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New Covisum® White Paper Examines the Uncertain Future of the Social Security Program


It’s no secret that the Social Security system is facing challenges and people are nervous, but claiming Social Security early could significantly impact their ability to meet retirement goals. Don’t make decisions based on fear alone.

Social Security is a significant source of income for many retired Americans, but the solvency of the system is currently in question. Many experts suggest that high unemployment combined with an influx of new claimants will cause the Social Security system to run out of funds even faster than initially projected.

“It’s no secret that the Social Security system is facing challenges and people are nervous, but claiming Social Security early could significantly impact their ability to meet retirement goals. Don’t make decisions based on fear alone,” said Joe Elsasser, CFP®, Founder and President of Covisum, the financial tech company that created Social Security Timing®, Tax Clarity®, SmartRisk™, and Income InSight®.

In a new Covisum white paper, “Is Time Running Out on Social Security,” Elsasser explains how Social Security will continue to be an essential retirement income stream. The white paper outlines why claiming early in response to potential cuts to Social Security benefits is not advantageous for most people.

“There seems to be some confusion among consumers surrounding the solvency of Social Security,” said Elsasser. “Even if there is no reform and the Social Security trust fund is depleted, which is unlikely, benefits won’t just disappear altogether.”

In addition to potential benefit cuts, several other factors can complicate the claiming process. Multiple income streams, a spousal or widow(er) benefit, age, and longevity can all impact the optimal time to claim Social Security benefits.

“It’s important to look at the full picture before claiming Social Security benefits,” Elsasser said. “Evaluating the impact of different factors, including potential cuts to benefits, can help you access the full amount you’re entitled to.”

Retirees can often access thousands of dollars of additional lifetime value by working with a financial advisor who can help them navigate the complexities of the Social Security system, including potential benefit cuts.

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