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Deltek Appoints Dan Barnhardt as Chief Marketing Officer

Go-to-market leader will elevate Deltek’s global marketing efforts

HERNDON, Va., April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Deltek, the leading global provider of enterprise software and solutions for project-based businesses, today announced the appointment of Dan Barnhardt as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Dan will report to Natasha Engan, SVP and Chief Commercial Officer.

Dan Barnhardt joins Deltek as Chief Marketing Officer
Dan Barnhardt joins Deltek as Chief Marketing Officer

Barnhardt joins the company with a proven track record of driving brand transformation, scaling go-to-market strategies and strengthening market leadership in fast-paced environments.

Most recently, Barnhardt was Vice President of Corporate Marketing at Icertis, where he helped triple revenue by positioning the company as the leader in contract intelligence and built a modern demand engine. Prior to that, he held marketing leadership positions at Precisely and Infor, helping fuel expansion and defining new categories for the brands.

“Dan’s creative and strategic approach to marketing will be instrumental as we sharpen Deltek’s voice and modernize how we engage in the market,” said Bob Hughes, Deltek President and CEO. “Dan brings a passion for digital marketing and a track record of helping brands connect with customers in authentic and differentiated ways — a strength that will support our efforts across Deltek Project Nation.”

As CMO, Barnhardt will lead all aspects of Deltek’s global marketing organization, focusing on brand evolution, digital engagement, demand generation and customer advocacy.

“Deltek became a global leader trusted by 30,000 customers by distinguishing itself through a commitment to customer service and product excellence, and the opportunity to build on that strong foundation is incredibly exciting,” said Dan Barnhardt, Chief Marketing Officer, Deltek. “I’m looking forward to connecting with Deltek customers, partners, and team members alike as we accelerate growth for the next chapter of the company’s evolution.”

Barnhardt holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Vanderbilt University.

About Deltek

Better software means better projects. Deltek is the leading global provider of enterprise software and information solutions for project-based businesses. More than 30,000 organizations and millions of users in over 80 countries around the world rely on Deltek for superior levels of project intelligence, management, and collaboration. Our industry-focused expertise powers project success by helping firms achieve performance that maximizes productivity and revenue. www.deltek.com

Deltek Contact
Deltek Media Relations Team
press@Deltek.com

 

NYSE Content Advisory: Pre-Market update + Nvidia quantifies tariff impact

NEW YORK, April 16, 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 + Nvidia quantifies tariff impact

Kristen Scholer delivers the pre-market update on April 16th

  • Stocks are trading lower early Wednesday amid news from Nvidia regarding semiconductor trade
  • Shares fell 5% after the company said it will see a $5.5 Billion quarterly charge for exporting units to China and other countries
  • Investors anticipate the impact of the March retail sales report that saw economists estimate a raise of 1.2% from February’s initial read

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Transforming Lives with TAVI: A Milestone in Aortic Stenosis Treatment

MANILA, Philippines, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Philippine Heart Center has reached a significant milestone by successfully performing six Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) procedures in a single day. This groundbreaking technique offers a minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery for patients with severe aortic stenosis, transforming lives and improving outcomes. The procedures were led by an expert heart team, including Dr. Ronaldo Estacio, Dr. Jhoanna Marcelo, and Dr. Kent Tan, who adhered to global standards to ensure safe and effective results.

PHC heart team celebrates 6 successful TAVI procedures in one day
PHC heart team celebrates 6 successful TAVI procedures in one day

Understanding Aortic Stenosis

Aortic stenosis is a serious heart valve condition characterized by narrowing and stiffening of the aortic valve, restricting blood flow from the heart to the body. This forces the heart to work harder, potentially leading to complications like heart failure. Symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, and fainting, though some patients may remain asymptomatic until the disease progresses.

The Promise of TAVI

TAVI is a revolutionary procedure that replaces the damaged valve without removing it. A catheter is inserted through an artery in the groin or chest to deliver a new valve that expands and begins functioning immediately.

Benefits of TAVI:

  • Minimally invasive: Avoids large incisions or sternotomy.
  • Faster recovery: Patients typically return home within days.
  • Improved quality of life: Symptoms improve rapidly post-procedure.

Commitment to Excellence

The team at the Philippine Heart Center followed rigorous international protocols for patient selection, procedural planning, and safety measures. Their adherence to global standards ensured optimal outcomes while minimizing risks such as paravalvular leaks or vascular complications. Advanced imaging techniques and newer-generation devices contributed to the success of these procedures.

Compassionate Care

Recognizing the financial barriers many patients face, the Philippine Heart Center extended support to those unable to afford this life-saving treatment. This initiative ensures that cutting-edge therapies like TAVI are accessible to all, regardless of economic status.

Raising Awareness

Aortic stenosis can be managed effectively with timely intervention. Innovations like TAVI provide safer alternatives for high-risk patients who may not be candidates for traditional surgery. By increasing awareness about symptoms and treatment options, early diagnosis can save lives.

The Philippine Heart Center’s achievements set a benchmark for heart health in the region, combining medical innovation with compassionate care to transform lives.

TAVI treats aortic stenosis with a less invasive approach—no open-heart surgery
TAVI treats aortic stenosis with a less invasive approach—no open-heart surgery

 

 

IR Launches Capacity Management to Simplify Infrastructure Planning and Prevent Costly Outages

SYDNEY, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Integrated Research (IR) (ASX:IRI), the world’s most trusted independent provider of observability for business-critical IT ecosystems, today unveiled a powerful new Capacity Management module with the launch of Prognosis 13.1.

By integrating infrastructure performance data with business forecasts, IR’s new Capacity Management module enables businesses to model multiple capacity scenarios, predict future needs, anticipate and prevent performance issues and optimize infrastructure investments.

Capacity Management is part of an ongoing innovation-led program of new products and capabilities, enabling clients to move beyond reporting and into meaningful discovery.

The technology infrastructure of large-scale payment platforms is under strain, with global digital transaction volumes set to almost triple from 2020 to 2030[1].

Performance challenges can lead to critical downtime, which costs businesses over $400 billion annually in lost revenue[2]. This also introduces heightened reputational, customer retention and regulatory risk for banks and payment providers.

“With digital transactions surging, businesses can no longer afford inaccurate or incomplete capacity planning,” said Michael Tomkins, Chief Technology Officer at IR.

“Capacity Management transforms how organizations manage their IT infrastructure, giving our clients the insights to scale confidently, predict future needs, and optimize infrastructure investments with precision in increasingly demanding environments.”

IR’s Capacity Management module is available now as part of the Prognosis 13.1 release. For more information, visit the website.

About Integrated Research (IR)

Integrated Research (IR) is the world’s most trusted independent provider of observability solutions for critical IT infrastructure, payments and communications ecosystems.

IR’s Prognosis platform provides the visibility and insight organizations need to optimize performance of their business-critical technology, deliver exceptional user experiences and drive growth through innovation.

Discover better with IR.

 

Domestic Air Travel and Digital Wallet Trends Drive U.S. Mobile Driver’s License Install Base to 143 Million by 2030

NEW YORK, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — According to global intelligence firm ABI Research, the total install base for the U.S. mobile driver’s license (mDL) market is expected to reach 143 million by 2030, up from 21.73 million in 2025. This growth is being driven by three key factors: the REAL ID-compliant requirement for domestic air travel, third-party digital wallet providers like Apple and Google offering their mDLs for free to U.S. states, and the growing trend of U.S. states adopting the EU model by creating an all-encompassing government credential digital wallet.

“Although a small and steady number of states are choosing to roll their mDL into an all-in-one state credential digital wallet, most states are deploying an mDL-only approach to their digital licenses. The only real difference is if the mDL can be used as a full alternative to a physical license or only for domestic air travel,” explains Ash Robinson, Research Analyst at ABI Research.

ABI Research forecasts that by the end of 2030, 40 U.S. states will have implemented mobile driver’s licenses independently or through third-party digital wallet providers. The adoption of mDLs in the US typically progresses through three stages: First, mDLs are tested in pilot phases, often in small-scale trials such as in a large town or small city. Second, once deployed, mDLs are initially used primarily for domestic flights, allowing for widespread adoption while undergoing testing for any overlooked issues from the pilot phase. And third, mDLs are fully integrated as alternatives to physical licenses, accepted by law enforcement and for age verification purposes.

According to Robinson, “Mobile driver’s licenses in the US will see a large rise in usage in 2030 compared to use in the present day, but they will not totally replace their physical counterparts as U.S. mDLs are derived in nature with a physical license being needed to act as the primary documentation for mDL activation. Currently, 60% of the US driving population use a mDL.”

Over the next 10 years, U.S. mDL innovators and implementers need to focus efforts and strategies across two key areas: creating a standardized ruleset for mobile driver’s license regulation like the REAL ID scheme for physical licenses and, secondly, expanding use cases and functionality to achieve a multi-purpose singular government digital wallet.

These findings are from ABI Research’s U.S. Mobile Driver’s Licenses: Market Trends, Adoption Rates, and Challenges report. This report is part of the company’s Citizen Digital Identity Research service, which includes research, data, and ABI Insights.

About ABI Research

ABI Research is a global technology intelligence firm uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology solution providers and end-market companies. We serve as the bridge that seamlessly connects these two segments by providing exclusive research and expert guidance to drive successful technology implementations and deliver strategies proven to attract and retain customers.

ABI Research是一家全球性的技术情报公司,拥有得天独厚的优势,充当终端市场公司和技术解决方案提供商之间的桥梁,通过提供独家研究和专业性指导,推动成功的技术实施和提供经证明可吸引和留住客户的战略,无缝连接这两大主体。

For more information about ABI Research’s services, contact us at +1.516.624.2500 in the Americas, +44.203.326.0140 in Europe, +65.6592.0290 in Asia-Pacific, or visit www.abiresearch.com.

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Deborah Petrara
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pr@abiresearch.com

 

Autoliv Receives 2025 Automotive News PACE Pilot Recognition

STOCKHOLM, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE: ALV) (SSE: ALIVsdb), was named a 2025 Automotive News PACE Pilot Innovation to Watch at the awards ceremony on April 15, 2025, in Michigan, US. The recognition acknowledges post-pilot, pre-commercial innovations in the automotive and future mobility space.

Autoliv was recognized for The Bernoulli™ Airbag Module, which is a revolutionary passenger airbag system based on Bernoulli’s principle of fluid dynamics. This innovation allows for the inflation of larger airbags more efficiently, using a smaller single-stage inflator. It is designed to meet the needs of today’s cutting edge mobility solutions with roomier interiors and comfort seating. The Bernoulli Airbag Module addresses the challenge of inflating large airbags quickly and safely, reducing heat generation and development costs by over 30%. This advancement is crucial for enhancing vehicle safety and reducing the severity of injuries in crashes.

“We are thrilled to receive the PACE Pilot recognition for our Bernoulli Airbag Module,” said Fabien Dumont, Executive Vice President & Chief Technology Officer at Autoliv. “This acknowledgment underscores our commitment to innovation and safety. The PACE Pilot recognition will undoubtedly enhance the visibility and success of this groundbreaking technology, paving the way for safer and more efficient vehicles in the future, ultimately saving more lives.”

The 5th annual PACE Pilot program was presented by Automotive News. The competition was open to suppliers and startups that invented products, software/IT systems or processes and idea incubators that have the capacity to transform the automotive industry. The Automotive News PACE Pilot program is leading the way in distinguishing global emerging innovators.

Autoliv earned an Automotive News PACE Pilot recognition following an extensive review by an independent panel of judges including a comprehensive written application and a virtual pitch session. 

For full details on the Automotive News PACE program, visit www.autonews.com/awards/pace.

Inquiries: 
Media: media@autoliv.com
Emelie Ericson, Tel +46 70 957 81 35, Gabriella Etemad, Tel +46 70 612 64 24
Investors & Analysts: ir@autoliv.com
Anders Trapp, Tel +46 709 578 171, Henrik Kaar, Tel +46 709 578 114

About Autoliv

Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE: ALV; Nasdaq Stockholm: ALIV.sdb) is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world, as well as mobility safety solutions, such as commercial vehicles and electrical safety solutions. At Autoliv, we challenge and re-define the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved approximately 37,000 lives and reduced around 600,000 injuries.

We have operations in 25 countries, and we drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers. Our 65,000 employees are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. Sales in 2024 amounted to $10.4 billion. For more information go to www.autoliv.com.

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Autoliv: Financial Report January – March 2025

STOCKHOLM, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — (NYSE: ALV) (SSE: ALIV.sdb)

Q1 2025: Good sales and execution of cost reduction programs

Financial highlights Q1 2025

$2,578 million net sales 
1.4% net sales decrease
2.2% organic sales growth*
9.9% operating margin
9.9% adjusted operating margin*
$2.14 diluted EPS, 41% increase
$2.15 adjusted diluted EPS*, 37% increase

Full year 2025 guidance

Around 2% organic sales growth
Around 3% negative FX effect on net sales
Around 10-10.5% adjusted operating margin
Around $1.2 billion operating cash flow

All change figures in this release compare to the same period of the previous year except when stated otherwise.

Key business developments in the first quarter of 2025

  • First quarter sales increased organically* by 2.2%, which was 2.6pp higher than the global LVP decrease of 0.4% (S&P Global March 2025). A strong LVP in March resulted in a stronger than expected global LVP in the quarter. Regional and customer LVP mix is estimated to have contributed to about 3pp underperformance. Compared to March S&P Global LVP data, we outperformed Europe, Americas and in Asia excl. China, mainly due to product launches and positive pricing. Our sales to domestic Chinese OEMs grew by 19%, in line with their LVP growth. As lower content vehicles in China outgrew higher content vehicles, we underperformed in China overall. We expect that our record number of new launches will significantly improve our relative sales performance in China in 2025.
  • Profitability improved, mainly due to organic sales growth and successful execution of cost reductions. Total headcount decreased by 6%. Impacts from the U.S. tariffs and counter tariffs in Q1 had a negligible impact on operating profit in the quarter as we managed to pass on the costs of tariff increases to our customers. Operating income was $254 million and adjusted operating income* was $255 million. Operating margin and adjusted operating margin* were both 9.9%.ROCE and adjusted ROCE* were both 25.6%.
  • Free operating cash flow* was in line with last year, despite that operating cash flow was slightly lower than last year. A larger working capital build up reflecting higher sales at the end of the quarter was offset by lower capex, net. The leverage ratio* of 1.3x is within our target range. In the quarter, a dividend of $0.70 per share was paid and 0.5 million shares were repurchased and retired.

*For non-U.S. GAAP measures see enclosed reconciliation tables.

Key Figures

(Dollars in millions, except per share data)

Q1 2025

Q1 2024

Change

Net sales

$2,578

$2,615

(1.4) %

Operating income

254

194

31 %

Adjusted operating income1)

255

199

28 %

Operating margin

9.9 %

7.4 %

2.4pp

Adjusted operating margin1)

9.9 %

7.6 %

2.3pp

Earnings per share – diluted

2.14

1.52

41 %

Adjusted earnings per share – diluted1)

2.15

1.58

37 %

Operating cash flow

77

122

(37) %

Return on capital employed2)

25.6 %

19.7 %

5.9pp

Adjusted return on capital employed1,2)

25.6 %

20.2 %

5.4pp

1) Excluding effects from capacity alignments and antitrust related matters. Non-U.S. GAAP measure, see reconciliation table.
2) Annualized operating income and income from equity method investments, relative to average capital employed.

Comments from Mikael Bratt, President & CEO

“I am pleased that we delivered good sales and profitability in the first quarter. Thanks to our adaptability and resilience, driven by our diverse product portfolio and strong customer relationships, we successfully navigated through the first month of North American tariffs. It is encouraging that we, based on LVP data from March, outperformed global LVP despite continued significant headwinds from LVP mix shifts, particularly in China. Based on a record high number of new launches we look forward to a significantly improved sales performance in China in 2025. 

Our strong profitability improvement was a result of well executed operational and commercial efforts. Our structural cost reduction program continued to generate indirect work force reductions, and direct headcount was also reduced significantly although sales grew organically. Results were also supported by reaching Q1 customer compensation agreements for increased costs related to inflation and tariffs. Our continued repurchase of shares also supported a record first quarter EPS. 

After the slow end to 2024, OEM sourcing of safety products for future car models picked up in the first quarter, despite the geopolitical uncertainty.

Our navigation of the new tariff environment in the first quarter gives us confidence that it is possible to continue on that course when facing increasing or changing tariffs, although there is significant uncertainty. We continue to closely monitor and evaluate the situation, focusing on being adaptive and agile, and we consider our regionalized footprint to be a valuable source for flexibility in a challenging geopolitical environment.

The current geopolitical and business environment uncertainties makes it difficult to predict 2025. However, based on the strong first quarter performance and encouraging near term call-off indications, we reiterate our 2025 guidance of an organic sales growth of around 2% and an adjusted operating margin of around 10-10.5%.

Our strong balance sheet and cash conversion set a solid foundation for our commitment to high shareholder returns. I am looking forward to our Capital Markets Day, on June 4, 2025.

Next Report

Autoliv intends to publish the quarterly earnings report for the second quarter of 2025 on Friday, July 18, 2025.

Inquiries: Investors and Analysts

Anders Trapp
Vice President Investor Relations
Tel +46 (0)8 5872 0671

Henrik Kaar
Director Investor Relations
Tel +46 (0)8 5872 0614

Inquiries: Media

Gabriella Etemad
Senior Vice President Communications
Tel +46 (0)70 612 6424

Autoliv, Inc. is obliged to make this information public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the VP of Investor Relations set out above, at 12.00 CET on April 16, 2025.

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Gorilla Technology Files Lawsuit to Confront False Allegations and Protect Shareholders


London, United Kingdom – Newsfile Corp. – April 16, 2025 – Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) (“Gorilla” or the “Company”), today filed suit against Culper Research (“Culper”) and its founder, Christian Lamarco, for making false, misleading and defamatory statements in its short report on the Company dated 4 April 2025. Gorilla is seeking compensatory and punitive damages from Culper and Mr. Lamarco. The Company today issued the following statement:

Gorilla Technology has always operated to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. We will not tolerate false statements that harm our business or mislead our stakeholders. This legal action is a firm statement of our commitment to defend the truth, protect our reputation and ensure that bad actors are held accountable.

Culper’s false and misleading statements have caused significant harm to Gorilla, including artificially depressing the price of Gorilla’s stock and damaging Gorilla’s reputation. The report made baseless and malicious accusations regarding Gorilla’s business, products and strategic partners, in what appears to be a coordinated attempt to mislead the public and manipulate Gorilla’s share price-all for its own profit.

Culper’s report goes beyond any market distortion or disinformation efforts we have observed; it was especially brazen and nefarious. By filing this lawsuit, we are making it clear that Gorilla will not remain silent in the face of defamatory attacks, and we will vigorously defend the credibility of our products, our people and our partners.

About Gorilla Technology Group Inc.
Headquartered in London U.K., Gorilla is a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence and IoT technology. We provide a wide range of solutions, including Smart City, Network, Video, Security Convergence and IoT, across select verticals of Government & Public Services, Manufacturing, Telecom, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Healthcare and Education, by using AI and Deep Learning Technologies.

Our expertise lies in revolutionizing urban operations, bolstering security and enhancing resilience. We deliver pioneering products that harness the power of AI in intelligent video surveillance, facial recognition, license plate recognition, edge computing, post-event analytics and advanced cybersecurity technologies. By integrating these AI-driven technologies, we empower Smart Cities to enhance efficiency, safety and cybersecurity measures, ultimately improving the quality of life for residents.

For more information, please visit our website: Gorilla-Technology.com.

Investor Relations Contact:
Dave Gentry
RedChip Companies, Inc.
1-407-644-4256
GRRR@redchip.com

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.