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SML Group Announces Strategic Sale of Clarity® Software, Accelerating Focus on Core Growth Areas

HONG KONG, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SML Group, a global leader in RFID and retail technology solutions, has announced the sale of its Clarity® software business to Omegro, a buy-and-grow acquirer of software companies. This strategic move marks the next phase of SML’s growth strategy, allowing the company to sharpen its focus where it creates the most value: market-leading labels, digital triggers such as RFID, and the data-driven solutions that unlock transparency, efficiency, and circularity across global supply chains.

Building on its strengths, SML is now focusing its investments in areas shaping the future of retail technology and brand identification. These include expanding its global RFID Technology Innovation & Development Centres (TIDC) to strengthen R&D, advancing its digital transformation initiatives to drive efficiency across operations, reinforcing end-to-end quality assurance through digital platforms, and scaling on-premise Factory Care Solutions (FCS) and Digital Product Passport (DPP) capabilities to meet new customer and regulatory demands.

Our growth journey continues to accelerate, driven by our unwavering commitment to deliver trusted solutions that drive visibility, efficiency, and value across the retail industry,” said Ignatius K.C. Lau, Chief Executive Officer of SML Group. “With pioneering solutions like our Digital Care Labels and the breakthrough InfuseRFID technology, we are setting new standards in digital labelling and embedded RFID solutions. Through initiatives such as Factory Care Solutions (FCS) and the Digital Product Passport (DPP), we are helping shape the future of truly connected supply chains. This progress is powered by our people – many of whom have been with us for over a decade and remain the cornerstone of SML’s success. We are excited about the opportunity Omegro offers to the ClarityRFID team and wish it well in its next phase of operations.” 

SML closed 2024 with strong revenue growth and profitability, fuelled by an increased global network and a growing client portfolio. Despite market volatility and geopolitical risks, demand for SML’s solutions continued to rise, leading to openings of new production sites. New customer wins, an expanded product portfolio, and an innovation-driven approach further reinforced the company’s resilience and momentum.

Beyond the realm of the company’s financial performance, sustainability remains a key element of SML’s long-term core strategy. In 2024, SML’s science-based targets were validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). Among other initiatives, the company advanced its four-pillar ESG strategy through solar installations, energy audits conducted in collaboration with Bureau Veritas and a partnership with SGS to assess the carbon footprint of Eco RFID inlays – reflecting a commitment to data-driven innovation.

With a clear strategic focus, new global alliances, and a continued emphasis on growth despite global headwinds, SML Group is positioned for lasting success.

About SML

A global leader in digital identification solutions such as item-level Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID), SML is shaping the future of brand identification with smart, creative, and sustainable solutions that elevate brands. With over 40 years of retail expertise, SML combines state-of-the-art technology with innovative design to help brands strengthen identity, enhance security, and improve operational efficiency from factory to shelf – and beyond.

Operating in 25+ locations across 20+ countries, SML partners with over 600+ brands worldwide, delivering precision, sustainability, and consistency at every stage of the supply chain.

BGSA Holdings LLC (BGSA) served as exclusive financial advisor and Shaw Lewenz served as legal advisor to SML.

The Clarity® software suite will continue operations under ClarityRFID, an independently-operated subsidiary of Omegro.

Trusted Solutions – Powered by People

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Imaging Endpoints Announces Patent Application for AI Review Charter System

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Imaging Endpoints (IE), the global leader in Imaging CRO technologies and services for oncology trials, announced the filing of a provisional patent application for its revolutionary AI enhanced Imaging Review Charter (IRC) system. This innovative AIRC System™ is designed to enhance highly customized IRCs for clinical trials, setting new standards in the industry.

Imaging Endpoints Announces Patent Application for AIRC System™
Imaging Endpoints Announces Patent Application for AIRC System™

Imaging Endpoints is the scientific leader in customizing and optimizing image acquisition and analysis for clinical trials in oncology, with the most sophisticated approach in the industry for ensuring clarification(s) and/or modification(s) of published criteria to enhance each unique clinical trial design. This advanced approach to image analysis has contributed to the Company’s remarkable 95% marketing approval success rate across over 200 regulatory approvals supported. 

The new AIRC System addresses long-standing challenges in trial imaging design by assisting in the assimilation of data for intelligent, tailored modifications and/or clarifications to standard oncology criteria while ensuring alignment to current regulatory requirements of the FDA, EMA and other regulatory agencies across the globe.

Key Features of the New AIRC System:

  • Dynamic Customization: The system includes a customization module that integrates datasets from industry standards, published oncology criteria, Imaging Endpoints’ library of analysis customizations, and trial information from the study protocol and experimental agent (such as mechanism of action), to generate dynamic IRC documents.
  • Criteria Optimization: The System provides the largest dataset and leading method for the identification of specific criteria clarifications and/or modifications that are required to optimize image acquisition and analysis for each unique trial.
  • Enhanced Regulatory Compliance: By integrating requirements, standards, guidelines and recent industry-wide findings of the FDA and other regulatory agencies globally, while more clearly describing criteria enhancements, the AIRC System helps to optimize adherence to regulatory standards while improving the efficiency of sponsor and Agency review.
  • Increased Efficiency: The System utilizes AI to compile and integrate applicable data for IE’s Physician, Scientific, Operations, and Regulatory experts to evaluate — enabling faster trial setup with highly reliable outcomes.

Doug Dean Burkett, CEO and President of Imaging Endpoints, commented on the innovation: “For over fifteen years, IE has been at the forefront of imaging CRO services within oncology. The filing of this patent marks another milestone in our commitment to Connect Imaging to the Cure™. This AI enhanced IRC System enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of oncology trials while further solidifying our industry leadership.”

For more information, or a copy of Imaging Endpoint’s recent white paper on criteria optimization, see Optimizing Imaging Response Criteria for Improved Outcomes in Oncology Clinical Trials

About Imaging Endpoints

Imaging Endpoints (IE) is passionately focused on its vision to Connect Imaging to the Cure. With a flawless global inspection record and a remarkable 95% marketing authorization success rate, IE has a proven track record of supporting successful regulatory submissions across the globe. IE’s commitment to quality, innovation, rapid turnaround times, and operational excellence has positioned it as the global leader in oncology imaging.

Imaging Endpoints is the largest oncology Imaging CRO, with 8 offices strategically located across 6 countries including Scottsdale, AZ, Cambridge, MA; London, UK; Leiden, Netherlands; Basel, Switzerland; Hyderabad, India; and Shanghai, China.

IE is an affiliate of HonorHealth, one of the largest healthcare systems nationally, and Southwest Medical Imaging, Ltd. (SMIL/RadPartners), part of the largest private radiology group in the U.S.

For further media queries, please contact: IE.MediaRelations@imagingendpoints.com | Contact no. +1 480.314.3070.

 

Chinese Dishwasher Captivates Guests at NYC “Flavors from the East” Cultural Exchange

NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — FOTILE and the North America Asian Food Industry Alliance (NAAFIA) hosted “Flavors from the East” at Production Central near Times Square, where acclaimed chefs from New York’s top Chinese restaurants shared live cooking demonstrations, tastings, and culinary storytelling. Two consuls from the Chinese Consulate General in New York, along with a chef, attended the event. What started as a cultural feast of Chinese cuisine turned into an opportunity to spotlight FOTILE’s revolutionary In-Sink Dishwasher X20 Max.

Recently, FOTILE’s In-Sink Dishwasher series has gained traction among U.S. consumers, particularly those dealing with space constraints in smaller homes, apartments, RVs, and ADUs. The counter-height design has also resonated with households that include elderly family members or expectant mothers who prefer not to bend over when loading dishes.

This time, the brand-new X20 Max has sparked even greater attention.It features five key innovations: High-Pressure HydroJet technology for enhanced cleaning power; a 4-Stage Bubble Scrubbing System that removes stains and pesticide residues; the Pur-Drainage system that prevents backflow and odors; Baby-Safe Sterilization Mode that eliminates 99.9999% of germs; and an integrated smart sink design that combines washing, food prep, and drainage functions. Unlike traditional dishwashers, FOTILE’s In-Sink Dishwasher goes beyond washing bowls and plates—it can also clean vegetables, seafood, and cookware, making it a next-generation solution. These features position it as both a space-saving dishwasher and a comprehensive kitchen appliance.

“FOTILE’s vision is not only to help people cook, but also to provide cleaning solutions for a healthier, more effortless kitchen experience,” said Yinping Li, General Manager at FOTILE America.

Guests praised the In-Sink Dishwasher’s design and practicality, noting how seamlessly it fit into the flow of everyday life. One local guest shared, “It’s really amazing, I never thought a dishwasher could clean crabs and lobsters, not just bowls and plates.” What began as a celebration of culture and cuisine quickly turned into an exploration of how thoughtful technology can elevate both modern living and traditional culinary practices.

Guests’ enthusiastic reception highlighted a bigger theme: Chinese innovation is increasingly shaping global expectations. Rooted in the realities of Chinese kitchens yet universally applicable, the Chinese dishwasher demonstrates how user-centric design can deliver meaningful solutions to households around the world.

“Chinese food carries our history and artistry,” noted one participating chef. “Having technology that understands and supports our cooking methods while making kitchens more efficient is truly revolutionary.”

Even as guests enjoyed signature dishes from Cantonese, Hubei, and Sichuan traditions, the Chinese dishwasher remained part of the experience, integrated naturally into the cooking and cleaning workflow. Rather than distracting from the culinary artistry, it enhanced hygiene, efficiency, and creativity in the kitchen.

By the end of the event, “Flavors from the East” had become more than a cultural exchange. It was also a showcase of how modern Chinese brands like FOTILE are marrying tradition with innovation, offering tangible improvements that transcend cultural boundaries and resonate with international households.

About FOTILE

FOTILE has a rich history of designing, engineering, and manufacturing unique and innovative kitchen appliances for over 29 years. FOTILE’s journey started in 1996 when it set out to build the best kitchen range hood focused on extraction power with the least amount of noise. Noticing a gap in the market, FOTILE was created to engineer innovative products that solve consumers’ pain points and elevate their experience in the kitchen. Today, FOTILE is a major manufacturer of kitchen appliances, such as range hoods, cooktops, dishwasher combo systems, and various ovens that use various cooking technologies.

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Hizero Unveils Industry-Shaking No-Suction H100 Handheld Hard Surface Cleaner at IFA 2025

Chinese home tech brand Hizero has redefined home cleaning at IFA 2025. Its new H100 Handheld Hard Surface Cleaner combines proprietary No-Suction Technology with a high-absorbent Multi-Roller, delivering streak-free surfaces faster and more efficiently than traditional cleaners. The innovation has already earned Hizero an IFA Innovation Award, highlighting its potential to set a new industry standard.

BERLIN, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At IFA 2025 in Berlin, Hizero Appliances Corporation has reaffirmed its position as a category leader in home cleaning innovation with the launch of the H100 Handheld Hard Surface Cleaner.

H100 Handheld Hard Surface Cleaner
H100 Handheld Hard Surface Cleaner

With the H100’s unveiling, Hizero is expanding its footprint in the cleaning world. Powered by proprietary No-Suction Technology, the H100 overcomes the limitations of traditional vacuums and mops. Its highly absorbent Multi-Roller cleans glass, mirrors, tables, tiles, and windshields, leaving surfaces dry and streak-free after a single pass. The global launch is planned for December 2025, positioning Hizero to redefine the premium cleaning market.

The brand’s booth drew significant international attention from visitors, journalists, and digital creators. Hizero also received an IFA Innovation Award from House Digest, reinforcing its reputation as a disruptor in cleaning technology.

In an interview with China Daily, Hizero CEO Mr. Li emphasized the company’s unique position in the market:
“People call Hizero many things—some say it’s a bionic mop, others describe it as an all-in-one or a smart mop. The name doesn’t matter. What matters is that when you set the standard, you define the category—and you earn the right to command a premium.”

Among more than 700 Chinese companies at IFA, Hizero showcased not only its technological innovation but also its global ambitions. With the H100, the company is on track to set new benchmarks for performance, convenience, and modern home cleaning solutions.

About Hizero
Founded with the mission to reinvent home cleaning, the Chinese Home Tech brand Hizero is the pioneer of No Suction Technology (NST), delivering a smarter, quieter, and more sustainable way to clean floors. With a growing product ecosystem and presence in multiple European, Asian and North American markets, Hizero is fast building the cleaning platform of the future. www.hizero.com

 

CEO Li Kaijiu
CEO Li Kaijiu

Raiven Capital Unveils “AI Agentic Infrastructure: The Architecture of the Next Business Revolution”

SILICON VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Raiven Capital today released its bold vision for the future of AI adoption: Agentic Infrastructure. This framework marks a shift away from chasing ever-larger AI models and toward building scalable, modular systems that embed intelligence directly into business operations.

AI generated Image by Dr James Baty
AI generated Image by Dr James Baty

“AI has moved beyond demos,” said Supreet Manchanda, General Partner at Raiven Capital. “The real breakthroughs are coming from systems that coordinate, remember, and adapt— AI as infrastructure, not as a feature.”

Why Agentic Infrastructure Matters

  • Architecture Over Features: Success will come from how AI systems are structured and orchestrated, not just from model size.
  • From Models to Ecosystems: Businesses must move from stand-alone LLMs to multi-agent, modular platforms that scale and evolve.
  • The Next Platform Shift: Just as cloud, mobile, and the web required enabling architectures, AI now needs its equivalent  ecosystem fabric for mass adoption.

“Enterprises need resilient, interoperable AI ecosystems—not brittle point tools,” added Dr. James Baty, Raiven Partner and co-author of the framework. “This is how AI will transition from hype to durable impact. Agentic AI with Context Engineering is the next IT ‘architecture’ – living ecosystems that constantly evolve.”

A Call to Founders and Enterprises

Raiven’s thesis challenges startups and enterprises alike to ask:

  • Are your systems agent-native or model-bound?
  • Do you align with emerging protocol standards like MCP and A2A, or risk siloing?
  • Are you building composable cognitive ecosystems that scale dynamically, or fragile one-offs?

“If you’re building with AI, your real advantage is how your agents communicate, escalate, and learn — this is how to future-proof your startup. Come learn more at Dry Powder,” said Paul Dugsin, General Partner at Raiven Capital.

Raiven Capital is a global VC, investing at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, and operational transformation. With hubs in Silicon Valley, Toronto, and Dubai, Raiven has delivered multiple successful exits since 2020. Its portfolio spans deeptech and digital platforms driving systemic change. Learn more at raivencapital.com or follow Dry Powder, Raiven’s thought leadership platform.

 

Media Contact: press@raivencapital.com

NYSE Content Advisory: Pre-Market Update + Klarna’s value tops $15 billion in IPO + PsiQuantum raises $1 billion in Series E round

NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today’s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. 

 

NYSE Content Advisory: Pre-Market Update + Klarna’s value tops $15 billion in IPO + PsiQuantum raises $1 billion in Series E round

Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on September 10th

  • Stocks are mixed Wednesday after the major indexes closed at a record. The S&P 500 ended Tuesday above 6,500 while the DOW benefitted from an 8.6% jump by NYSE-listed UnitedHealth Group.
  • The Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that the U.S. added 911,000 less jobs than originally reported through March. The largest revision since records began in 2002.
  • Klarna, the Swedish Fintech company popular for its buy now, pay later model will ring the Opening Bell and begin trading on the NYSE later today. Klarna priced its IPO at $40 per share, above the expected range.
  • Tech startup PsiQuantum announced that it raised $1 billion in a series E round of funding. It’s looking to build the world’s first commercially useful quantum computers designed to solve humanity’s greatest challenges.

Opening Bell
Klarna (NYSE: KLAR) celebrates its initial public offering

Closing Bell
Axos Financial (NYSE: AX) celebrates its 25th anniversary of founding

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YFORE Debuts Next-Gen Digital Car Key System at IAA Mobility 2025, Redefining Intelligent Access

MUNICH, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At IAA Mobility 2025, YFORE unveiled its next-generation digital key solution, integrating UWB, BLE Channel Sounding, Nearlink, and NFC technologies. This end-to-end system features self-developed mobile and watch SDKs, vehicle terminals, and cloud services, delivering an accurate, safe, and seamless access experience for global automakers.

Precision: Welcome System and Hands-Free Access

Based on the precise ranging and positioning capabilities of UWB and BLE Channel Sounding, YFORE’s digital car key solution allows owners to experience the charm of technology, just like AITO M9, the vehicle can start locating the user from 30 meters away, initiate the welcome function at 8 meters, and automatically unlock at 2 meters, offering a truly seamless, hands-free access experience.

Security: Relay Attack Prevention Against Evolving Cyber Threats

In response to increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity challenges, YFORE implements multi-layered safeguards based on UWB/BLE ToF (Time-of-Flight) technology. The system actively combats relay attacks and signal hijacking attempts, ensuring end-to-end security from exterior access to in-cabin protection.

Flexibility: Your Device, Your Choice

YFORE’s digital car key system offers full compatibility across smartphones (iOS/Android), smartwatches, NFC cards, and traditional key fobs, empowering users to choose their preferred access methods for any scenario. With full certification for CCC, ICCOA, and ICCE standards, users can store NFC cards in wallet applications on iPhone, Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO and Vivo devices, allowing their phones to function as car keys, even when the battery is low, ensuring a consistent experience across mobile ecosystems.

UWB Innovation: Beyond Digital Key

By reusing UWB modules of digital keys, YFORE unlocks extended functionalities that maximize hardware value:

  1. UWB Kick Sensor: Enables hands-free opening and closing of the tailgate by a simple kick, along with anti-false-trigger algorithms.
  2. UWB Child Presence Detection (CPD): By checking the chest movements, accurately detects if there are people or pets left after the car is locked. 

Proven Reliability: 2.5 Million Digital Keys Delivered

As a leading Tier 1 automotive electronics supplier in China, YFORE is committed to being a trusted partner for intelligent vehicle clients with

  • 20+ local/global OEM partners served
  • 2.5 million+ units deployed
  • No.1 market share in new EV startup segment in China

YFORE, an active contributor to key standardization bodies (CCC, ICCE, ICCOA, FIRA, Sparklink)—pioneered mass production of NearLink digital keys in 2024. By launching 12 months ahead of competitors, YFORE delivers OEM ready solutions for next-gen platforms, showcasing its role in shaping the automotive ecosystem.

DAR GLOBAL BECOMES FIRST SAUDI COMPANY TO TRANSFER TO EQUITY SHARES IN COMMERCIAL COMPANIES CATEGORY ON THE LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE

LONDON and JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dar Global PLC, a Saudi-born international luxury real estate developer, proudly announces the completion of its transfer of ordinary shares from the Equity Shares (Transition) category to the Equity Shares (Commercial Companies) category of the Official List of the UK Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”). The transfer became effective at 08:00 BST on September 8, 2025.

This achievement marks a historic milestone as Dar Global becomes the first-ever Saudi Arabian company, and the first from the wider Middle East, to complete such a transition on the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market.

The transition is more than a technical shift: it represents the maturing of Dar Global’s journey from its origins in Saudi Arabia to becoming a listed international champion, carrying the Kingdom’s ambitions into global markets. Aligned with the goals of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the move emphasizes the Kingdom’s ability to nurture homegrown enterprises that operate at the highest international standards while contributing to the global economy.

Dar Global CEO, Ziad El Chaar, said: “Dar Global was born in Saudi Arabia and has grown into a company that represents the Kingdom on the world stage. This transition is a landmark moment, not just for our company but for Saudi enterprises, showing they can thrive internationally while advancing the goals of Vision 2030. Today, we stand as proof that Saudi ambition can set new standards in global markets.”

Dar Global is also pleased to confirm that Rothschild & Co acted as the company’s sole sponsor and financial adviser for the transition, bringing its global expertise and trusted advisory to support this historic achievement.

With this milestone, Dar Global continues its mission to bring Saudi innovation, ambition, and excellence to international markets—reinforcing both its Saudi identity and its global reach.