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B2B Rocket joins publicly traded tech powerhouse in move to scale smarter and faster

DOVER, Del., July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — B2B Rocket, a fast-scaling AI sales automation company built to help small and mid-sized businesses grow faster, has announced it will join forces with Blackpearl Group (NZX: BPG), a publicly listed AI data-tech company headquartered in New Zealand and the U.S.

The agreement marks a major step forward for B2B Rocket – giving the company access to capital, global infrastructure and product synergies that will fast-track its expansion across the U.S. and beyond. B2B Rocket specialises in intelligent outbound sales agents that can generate, qualify and engage leads without human input. The platform has already achieved over US$2.1 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and is rapidly expanding across the US.

“We lead this company with conviction and a clear vision: to make a global impact by building tools that help businesses punch above their weight. Our core values have always been moving with urgency – hiring smart, moving fast and staying obsessed with delivering customer value,” says Noah Loul, CEO of B2B Rocket.

The two products are already integrated in select customer environments, unlocking a new level of automation and cross-sell opportunity for sales teams who want more pipeline with less pain. “We’re joining forces with a team that shares our velocity, our values and our obsession with getting real results for customers,” Loul added. “This isn’t the end of our journey; it’s the start of a bigger one. We’re here to take what works, multiply it by 10 and help more businesses scale without the baggage of bloated headcount or broken systems,” explains Loul.

Shared DNA and shared direction

The move comes as Blackpearl prepares to file for dual listing on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), signalling a wider ambition to lead the AI sales enablement category globally. For B2B Rocket, it means more than just an acquisition – it’s a true alignment in culture, capability and purpose.

“Relentless ambition is the common thread. B2B Rocket is cut from the same cloth as us  – founder-led, customer-obsessed and unapologetically focused on delivering results. Their AI-powered outbound engine is the perfect complement to what we offer with Pearl Diver,”  says Blackpearl CEO Nick Lissette. He adds:  “This is far more than just a bolt-on. It’s an investment in category leadership where humans and AI work together to power customer acquisition at scale,” adds Lissette.

Bigger platform and a bolder mission

Since its inception, B2B Rocket has grown rapidly withAI-powered outbound sales agents that generate, qualify and engage leads – no human input required. The platform has already crossed US$2.1 million in ARR and is now set up to accelerate product development and go-to-market velocity, thanks to the partnership.

The high-performing team behind B2B Rocket – all alumni of high-growth, high-scale environments – remains at the helm. Loul, a seasoned entrepreneur, previously scaled GlobalGeeks to $60M ARR through strategic partnerships with both Verizon and T-Mobile. Loul is also a vocal advocate for ethical, human-first AI – a principle that has shaped B2B Rocket’s product direction and customer approach from its core.

“This is a win for our customers too,” said Loul. “We’re bringing them better features, faster innovation and greater value to the ecosystem they’re already using – now with the added benefit of Blackpearl’s enterprise-grade security and infrastructureAnd we’re doing that with the muscle of a publicly traded tech leader behind us.”

The road ahead

Together with Blackpearl, B2B Rocket will continue delivering intelligent, AI-powered sales solutions designed to meet the needs of modern SMBs while accelerating innovation across its growing customer base. The integration of the two product suites has already begun in select customer environments.

“AI is only useful if it moves the needle and that’s our mantra. Now, B2B Rocket has the ‘fuel’ to go further, faster,” concludes Loul.

About B2B Rocket

B2B Rocket is an AI-powered sales enablement platform purpose-built to transform B2B sales efficiency.

By deploying autonomous AI agents, B2B Rocket automates prospecting, lead qualification, and outreach – streamlining labour-intensive sales processes typically handled by human reps.

Designed to help businesses scale faster and close smarter, B2B Rocket empowers teams to drive revenue with greater precision and less friction.

Founded in 2023, B2B Rocket is headquartered in Delaware, USA.

b2brocket.ai

About Blackpearl Group

Blackpearl Group (BPG) is a market leading data technology company that pioneers AI-driven sales and marketing solutions for the US market.

Specifically engineered for small-medium sized businesses (SMEs), BPG consistently delivers exceptional value to its customers. Our mantra is simple: ‘Better Growth Together’. When our customers win, we win.

Founded in 2012, BPG is based in Wellington, New Zealand, and Phoenix, Arizona.

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From left to right: Oliver Moreno, Chief Revenue Officer; Noah A. Loul, Chief Executive Officer; Joshua Hameier, Chief Product Officer.
From left to right: Oliver Moreno, Chief Revenue Officer; Noah A. Loul, Chief Executive Officer; Joshua Hameier, Chief Product Officer.

Automation Anywhere Announces Availability of Agents in the New AWS Marketplace AI Agents and Tools Category

NEW YORK, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At AWS Summit New York City, Automation Anywhere, the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), today announced the availability of AI agents in the new AI Agents and Tools category of AWS Marketplace. Customers can now use AWS Marketplace to easily discover, buy, and deploy Automation Anywhere’s AI agents using their AWS accounts, accelerating AI agent and agentic workflow development.

Automation Anywhere’s new AI agents help organizations automate complex knowledge tasks, enhance customer experience, and improve content generation—enabling enterprises to streamline operations, increase agility, and unlock measurable value from their generative AI investments.

“As one of the first companies to deliver AI agents in the new AWS Marketplace AI Agents and Tools category, we’re proud to help lead the shift toward practical, enterprise-ready generative AI,” said Adi Kuruganti, Chief Product Officer at Automation Anywhere. “This new channel gives customers a seamless way to adopt agentic automation solutions that enhance productivity, speed up decision-making, and accelerate their journey to becoming an autonomous enterprise.”

Available Today: New AI Agents Purpose-Built for Enterprise Use Cases

Financial Report Analyst: This AI agent analyzes financial reports and earnings calls to extract key metrics and generate insights. It provides accurate, context-aware financial analysis based solely on source data—ideal for finance teams that require fast and reliable reporting. Explore Agent »

Technology Copywriter: This AI agent generates four variations of compelling article titles (conservative, creative, metaphorical, and bold) using brand-aligned reference examples and target keywords—enabling marketers and writers to scale SEO-optimized tech content with speed and consistency. Explore Agent »

Sentiment & Tone Analysis: This AI agent analyzes support emails and customer messages for sentiment and tone, flagging urgency, formality, and emotion with detailed justifications. This helps customer experience and support teams prioritize and personalize responses, thereby improving the quality and speed of resolutions. Explore Agent »

Talent Scouting: This AI agent analyzes resumes against job descriptions to calculate role-fit scores and provides structured candidate evaluations covering experience, education, and skills. It helps recruiters and hiring managers scale the initial review process, apply consistent criteria, and support good governance practices while aligning organizational policies and compliance requirements. Explore Agent »

With the availability of AI Agents and Tools in AWS Marketplace, customers can significantly accelerate their procurement process to drive AI innovation, reducing the time needed for vendor evaluations and complex negotiations. With centralized purchasing using AWS accounts, customers maintain visibility and control over licensing, payments, and access through AWS.

About Automation Anywhere
Automation Anywhere is the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA) and guided by its vision to fuel the future of work by unleashing human potential through automation. Learn more at www.automationanywhere.com

 

Automation Anywhere Achieves the AWS Generative AI Competency

Company Earns AWS Generative AI Competency for Assisting Global Organizations in Enhancing Productivity and Driving Business Transformation Through AI-powered Automation

NEW YORK, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At AWS Summit New York City, Automation Anywhere, the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), announced today that it has achieved the AWS Generative AI Competency. This recognition reflects Automation Anywhere’s proven technical expertise and customer success in designing, deploying, and operationalizing generative AI solutions on AWS.

“Achieving the AWS Generative AI Competency underscores the strength of our AI-powered agentic automation system and validates the real-world impact we’re delivering to enterprise customers,” said Adi Kuruganti, Chief Product Officer of Automation Anywhere. “This recognition affirms our ability to combine generative AI, automation, and orchestration at scale—helping organizations unlock productivity, reduce friction in work, and make faster, smarter decisions with the trust and agility of AWS.”

The AWS Competency Program aims to assist customers in connecting with AWS Partners who possess extensive knowledge and technical expertise in using AWS technologies and best practices to adopt Generative AI. These partners facilitate the seamless integration and deployment of AWS-based solutions to meet the unique needs of both startups and global enterprises.

Automation Anywhere’s Agentic Process Automation (APA) introduces a new class of AI-powered software agents that autonomously manage complex business processes. Integrated with Amazon Bedrock, APA combines generative AI with enterprise-grade automation and orchestration to handle dynamic tasks, accelerate decision-making, and deliver measurable business outcomes. Designed with built-in governance and security, APA helps organizations move faster toward the autonomous enterprise—unlocking new levels of agility, productivity, and scalability across industries. Learn more: automationanywhere.com/rpa/agentic-process-automation.

About Automation Anywhere

Automation Anywhere is the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA) and guided by its vision to fuel the future of work by unleashing human potential through automation. Learn more at www.automationanywhere.com

 

Automation Anywhere Integrates with AWS to Showcase the Future of Human-Agent Collaboration

Empowering Business Users with AI-powered Process Agents that Understand Natural Language and Turn Intent into Action—No Code Required

NEW YORK, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At the AWS Summit New York City, Automation Anywhere, the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), today announced an enhancement to its Automation Co-Pilot through a new integration with Amazon Q Business. Combining Amazon Q’s enterprise-grade generative AI and Automation Anywhere’s industry-first Process Reasoning Engine (PRE) enhances and amplifies the intuitive experience for business users. This combination enhances Automation Anywhere’s Automation Co-Pilot’s natural language interface which expediently turns intent into real outcomes.  This enhancement to Automation Co-Pilot is also available today to developers and can be delivered as a standalone application or embedded into the primary application used by business users. 

With this integration, developers can now build dynamic, accurate cross-application workflows that deliver up to 10x more value than general purpose chatbots because they are grounded in real-time enterprise data via Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) from Amazon Q Business and powered by Automation Anywhere’s PRE, the core of Automation Anywhere’s APA system. This new integration also enables business users to simply describe what they need in everyday language and AI agents immediately go to work executing complex multi-step processes directly within the enterprise applications they already use. Users stay in control with human-in-the-loop review and approval all within a single interface.

“This new capability in our Automation Co-Pilot represents a new era in enterprise AI—one where people don’t just use automation, they collaborate with it,” said Adi Kuruganti, chief product officer at Automation Anywhere. “By combining natural language, embedded experiences, real-time data, and reasoning, we’re transforming how work gets done. This is the next step toward the Autonomous Enterprise, where every employee is empowered by digital agents that adapt to their needs and act with intent.”

“At Tangentia, we’re focused on helping our clients harness the power of agentic AI to transform how work gets done,” said Vijay Thomas, CEO at Tangentia. “This collaboration with Automation Anywhere unlocks a new level of AI-powered automation. With Automation Co-Pilot, integrated with Amazon Q Business and powered by the Process Reasoning Engine, our clients can simply describe what they need in natural language and AI agents take care of the rest. The ability to deliver faster, more accurate, and personalized outcomes is a game-changer for business users across industries.”

About Automation Anywhere

Automation Anywhere is the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA) and guided by its vision to fuel the future of work by unleashing human potential through automation. Learn more at www.automationanywhere.com

 

GIGABYTE Announces its AI PCs – GIGABYTE AERO X16 and GIGABYTE GAMING A16 Now Officially Available

TAIPEI, July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Following the successful debut of the AORUS MASTER 18 and 16, GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, now announces the availability of the GIGABYTE AERO X16 and GAMING A16, expanding its 2025 AI PC lineup. Built to meet the needs of gamers, hybrid users, and creators, both models combine next-gen NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 50 Series Laptop GPUs with GIGABYTE’s exclusive GiMATE AI Agent for intelligent system control, AI-enhanced workflows, and immersive experiences.

GIGABYTE Announces its AI PCs – GIGABYTE AERO X16 and GIGABYTE GAMING A16 Now Officially Available
GIGABYTE Announces its AI PCs – GIGABYTE AERO X16 and GIGABYTE GAMING A16 Now Officially Available

Both laptops feature up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPUs, powered by the Blackwell architecture and NVIDIA DLSS 4 for AI-accelerated performance. The AERO X16 supports up to 85W Max Graphics Power, while the GAMING A16 reaches up to 80W. Integrated GiMATE AI Agent enables intuitive “Press & Speak” voice control, smart tuning, and privacy features. Built on an AI-ready platform with NVIDIA NIM, users can create personal AI agents and streamline workflows. With up to 14 hours of battery life, PD 3.0 fast charging, and Dolby Atmos® audio, both laptops support modern AI-driven lifestyles.

The GIGABYTE AERO X16, a Copilot+ PC, is tailored for multi-scenario users who focus on digital creating and AI designing on the go. Weighing just 1.9kg and measuring 16.75mm thin, it comes in Space Gray or Lunar White, featuring an iridescent NIL design with a refined sandblasted finish that reflects modern craftsmanship and minimalist aesthetics. The 16″ WQXGA display boasts a 92% screen-to-body ratio with a 4-sided slim bezel design and is both Pantone® Validated and TÜV Rheinland® certified. AI tools like Cocreator and Generative Fill enhance productivity, while WINDFORCE Infinity cooling with 12V dual fans, 3D VortX, and 0dB ambient mode ensures performance in silence.

The GIGABYTE GAMING A16 suits casual gamers and students. Its 2.2kg weight and 180° lay-flat hinge make it ideal for collaboration and on-the-go use. The 16″ WQXGA panel supports a 165Hz refresh rate for fluid visuals. With MUX Switch support, smart WINDFORCE cooling featuring surround vents and an Icy Touch zone. The Golden Curvature keyboard on both models with enlarged keycaps and 1.7mm travel distance, the AERO X16 & GAMING A16 balance comfort with sustained performance.

With AERO X16 and GAMING A16 joining the previously launched AORUS MASTER 18 and 16, GIGABYTE completes its 2025 AI PC portfolio. All models are now available through retailers. Shop now: AERO X16, GAMING A16

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GIGABYTE Announces its AI PCs – GIGABYTE AERO X16 and GIGABYTE GAMING A16 Now Officially Available

TAIPEI, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Following the successful debut of the AORUS MASTER 18 and 16, GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, now announces the availability of the GIGABYTE AERO X16 and GAMING A16, expanding its 2025 AI PC lineup. Built to meet the needs of gamers, hybrid users, and creators, both models combine next-gen NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 50 Series Laptop GPUs with GIGABYTE’s exclusive GiMATE AI Agent for intelligent system control, AI-enhanced workflows, and immersive experiences.

GIGABYTE Announces its AI PCs – GIGABYTE AERO X16 and GIGABYTE GAMING A16 Now Officially Available
GIGABYTE Announces its AI PCs – GIGABYTE AERO X16 and GIGABYTE GAMING A16 Now Officially Available

Both laptops feature up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPUs, powered by the Blackwell architecture and NVIDIA DLSS 4 for AI-accelerated performance. The AERO X16 supports up to 85W Max Graphics Power, while the GAMING A16 reaches up to 80W. Integrated GiMATE AI Agent enables intuitive “Press & Speak” voice control, smart tuning, and privacy features. Built on an AI-ready platform with NVIDIA NIM, users can create personal AI agents and streamline workflows. With up to 14 hours of battery life, PD 3.0 fast charging, and Dolby Atmos® audio, both laptops support modern AI-driven lifestyles.

The GIGABYTE AERO X16, a Copilot+ PC, is tailored for multi-scenario users who focus on digital creating and AI designing on the go. Weighing just 1.9kg and measuring 16.75mm thin, it comes in Space Gray or Lunar White, featuring an iridescent NIL design with a refined sandblasted finish that reflects modern craftsmanship and minimalist aesthetics. The 16″ WQXGA display boasts a 92% screen-to-body ratio with a 4-sided slim bezel design and is both Pantone® Validated and TÜV Rheinland® certified. AI tools like Cocreator and Generative Fill enhance productivity, while WINDFORCE Infinity cooling with 12V dual fans, 3D VortX, and 0dB ambient mode ensures performance in silence.

The GIGABYTE GAMING A16 suits casual gamers and students. Its 2.2kg weight and 180° lay-flat hinge make it ideal for collaboration and on-the-go use. The 16″ WQXGA panel supports a 165Hz refresh rate for fluid visuals. With MUX Switch support, smart WINDFORCE cooling featuring surround vents and an Icy Touch zone. The Golden Curvature keyboard on both models with enlarged keycaps and 1.7mm travel distance, the AERO X16 & GAMING A16 balance comfort with sustained performance.

With AERO X16 and GAMING A16 joining the previously launched AORUS MASTER 18 and 16, GIGABYTE completes its 2025 AI PC portfolio. All models are now available through retailers. Shop now: AERO X16, GAMING A16

JMOON Unveils Flagship Beauty Tech Device at Cosmoprof North America, Signaling Official Entry into the US Market

LAS VEGAS, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — JMOON, the cutting-edge beauty tech brand, is proud to unveil its flagship NouvelleSkin Facial Toning Device, at Cosmoprof North America 2025. This marks a key milestone in the brand’s global expansion and its official entry into the US market.


Backed by Ulike, a global leader in beauty tech, JMOON is a pioneering brand committed to delivering phototherapy-based and science-backed anti-aging technologies within the comfort of people’s homes. Its mission is simple: “Beauty, Powered by Science.”

Led by the Harvard & MIT phototherapy expert, Dr. Michael R. Hamblin, JMOON holds the largest global portfolio of beauty device patents. It operates with more than a hundred scientists with distribution in over hundred offline retail points worldwide, including premium US retailers such as Nordstrom, Beautyspace at Bloomingdale’s, and Dillard’s. The brand’s 2024 breakthrough, Transdermal Collagen Light Technology, revolutionized beauty tech by setting a new standard beyond RF treatments.

Cosmoprof North America 2025, hosted in Las Vegas from July 15 to 17, granted JMOON a grand entry into the US market. Hosting more than 19,000 attendees and 900 exhibitors annually, this B2B beauty trade show serves as the perfect launchpad for emerging global brands and next-gen product innovations. JMOON held live demos of its latest innovation, the NouvelleSkin Facial Toning Device, and featured expert consultations from certified beauty advisors, attracting and thoroughly impressing hundreds of skincare and tech enthusiasts. 

The NouvelleSkin Facial Toning Device is designed as a one-stop solution for lifting, firming, reducing wrinkles, and improving skin elasticity. Its standout features include an expanded 35-electrode treatment head for full-face coverage and 3-in-1 Technology (EMS + Red LED + Near-Infrared). 

It offers four modes, STAMP, LIFT, EYE, and SL (Smooth Smile Lines), and promises tighter, firmer skin, with a 28% reduction in skin wrinkles count (under eye) after 14 days application, according to the SGS clinical efficacy report[1]. With FDA clearance and a smart safety system that includes temperature sensors, contact detection, and motion sensing, the NouvelleSkin Facial Toning Device aims to achieve clinic-grade results at home. The device is priced at $499 and includes conductive gel.

Alongside the NouvelleSkin Facial Toning Device, the brand briefly previewed its upcoming devices set to launch in late 2025, including the FlexGlow Light Therapy Device, offering full-spectrum LED therapy for acne, wrinkles, and glow, along with more products aimed at expanding its portfolio in LED skincare and toning technologies.

“Cosmoprof marks our official entry into North America. We’re here to bring intelligent, effective beauty tools to users who expect more from at-home skincare,” said Henry Lu, Global Business Director at JMOON.

For more information, visit website or follow @jmoon_us on Instagram and Facebook.

Media Contact: marketing.us@jmoon.com

ABOUT JMOON

JMOON is a pioneering brand committed to redefining at-home skincare with high-performance, science-driven anti-aging beauty devices. Backed by Ulike Group—a global leader in optical skincare technologies founded in 2013—JMOON benefits from one of the first overseas optical R&D centers established by a Chinese company.

[1] According to the SGS Evaluation Report No. GZCPCH25001334-01_EN (dated May 12, 2025), efficacy results such as improvements in skin hydration, elasticity, firmness, and reduction in wrinkles were observed after 14 days of use (see page 13 of the report for detailed data). 

LBB Specialties Canada and Givaudan Active Beauty Announce Exclusive Distribution Partnership

NORWALK, Conn., July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LBB Specialties (LBBS), a leader in specialty chemicals and ingredient distribution in North America, is pleased to announce a new exclusive distribution partnership in Canada with Givaudan Active Beauty, a global leader in the development and manufacturing of innovative active and specialty ingredients for cosmetic applications.

Under this agreement, LBB Specialties Canada becomes the exclusive Canadian distributor of Givaudan Active Beauty’s portfolio of high-precision cosmetic ingredient solutions.

This collaboration enhances LBBS Canada’s ability to offer a broader range of specialty ingredients and provide technically driven solutions for skin, hair, makeup, and body applications, including proven technologies like biotech actives, hyaluronic acid, and squalane.

“This partnership with Givaudan Active Beauty aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing premium service and innovative solutions to our customers. It not only enhances our portfolio with their high-precision ingredients but also reinforces our dedication to operating as a truly customer-centric organization. Together, we will leverage our combined expertise and resources to meet the evolving demands of the personal care market. We believe that this strategic alliance will deliver significant value for both our customers and partners, paving the way for long-term success and growth in Canada,” said Thomas Van Valkenburgh, President and CEO of LBB Specialties.

“Givaudan Active Beauty is proud to partner with LBB Specialties, whose extensive reach and industry expertise, supported by a scientifically skilled and customer-centric sales force, perfectly complement Givaudan Active Beauty’s portfolio of high-precision, innovative ingredients. Together, we are positioned to deliver exceptional solutions that address the evolving needs of our customers, driving meaningful results and long-term success,” said Andre Henriques, Commercial Head – NOAM of Givaudan Active Beauty.

For more information about Givaudan Active Beauty’s cosmetic ingredient solutions, please contact LBB Specialties today.

About LBB Specialties 
LBB Specialties is a leader in North American specialty chemicals and ingredients distribution. It is a diversified supplier serving end markets including care, food & nutrition, industrial specialties, and life sciences. www.LBBSpecialties.com

About Givaudan Active Beauty

Givaudan Active Beauty crafts avant-garde cosmetic actives and high-end specialties that make people look and feel good. We bring nature’s most precious gifts to the art of personal care in the form of biotech & botanical high-performing molecules, delighting consumers. Our extensive portfolio of award-winning skin & hair ingredients spans a variety of benefits for human beauty: from well-ageing and self-tanners to radiance, microbiome-friendly, soothers, hydrators, and more. Backed by solid scientific recognition and consumers’ awareness, we remain at the cutting edge of this rapidly expanding market to deliver sustainable solutions supporting the growth of our customers. This is Givaudan. Human by nature. Learn more at www.givaudan.com/activebeauty

Media Contact:
Ahmed Hanafy
media@lbbspecialties.com