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Shaklee® Expands in New Zealand by Acquiring Modere® Assets and Product Rights Including Liquid Biocell® Collagen, Trim, and Natural Mineral Drink

MIAMI, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Shaklee, a global leader and pioneer in the nutrition and wellness industry, is proud to announce the continued expansion of its international presence through the acquisition of select Modere assets in New Zealand, via a wholly owned subsidiary. This strategic move further strengthens Shaklee’s product portfolio and global reach, in addition to securing the product supply chain for these products in the Pacific region.

The acquisition includes Modere’s rights to all trademarks, patents, and proprietary formulas for all Modere products— most notably for the globally popular Liquid BioCell® Collagen and Trim product lines in addition to Natural Mineral Drink and many others. Under the terms of the agreement, Shaklee has also secured the exclusive license to sell Liquid BioCell® Collagen in New Zealand and globally going forward.

“We are excited to integrate Modere New Zealand’s products into the Shaklee portfolio–and to open the door to future operations in the region,” said Roger Barnett, Chairman and CEO of Shaklee. “Our goal is to ensure customers continue to enjoy the same high-quality formulas they know and trust, while continuing to invest in the Community Marketing model, at home and abroad. Together, we’ll continue our mission to help people live healthier, more vibrant lives.”

Shaklee also formed a new entity, Shaklee New Zealand, to further support the market and make both Shaklee and Modere products available to the people of New Zealand. More details will be released in the coming months.

About Shaklee

Shaklee is a leading wellness company founded by Dr. Shaklee, who invented the first multivitamin in the US more than 100 years ago. As a pioneer in sustainability, Shaklee was the first company in the world to fully offset its carbon emissions and have a net zero impact on our planet. Shaklee products are backed by over 110 published clinical studies proving safety and efficacy and are marketed through more than 2 million members and Ambassadors in North America, Australia and Asia. With a complete wellness portfolio, Shaklee is committed to providing consumers with the products and support they need to look, feel, and live younger longer.

For more information, visit au.shaklee.com, follow @shakleehq on Instagram, or like us on Facebook.

BioCell® and BioCell Collagen® and Liquid BioCell® and Collagen/HA Matrix Technology® are registered trademarks of Biocell Technology LLC, Newport Beach, California USA (Patent Protected).

Agora Brings 4G Connectivity, Visual Intelligence, and Faster Prototyping to Smart Hardware Kit

Updates to Agora’s Convo AI Device Kit make it easier than ever for developers to bring lifelike, connected AI devices to market.

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Agora, Inc. (NASDAQ: API), the leading platform for real-time engagement and conversational AI, today announced the next-generation of its Convo AI Device Kit. The upgraded kit introduces native 4G connectivity, enhanced multimodal interaction, a camera with visual intelligence, and rapid prototyping capabilities, making it easier than ever for developers to bring lifelike, globally connected AI “smart hardware” devices to market.

Time to market is another major upgrade. With the updated Device Kit (R1-4G), developers can now create a working demo of an LLM-based AI device in one hour and a production-ready prototype in one day, accelerating the journey from idea to mass production.

“With the Convo AI Device Kit, we’re creating an open hardware ecosystem for building conversational AI devices that are truly mobile, multimodal, and production-ready in record time,” said Tony Zhao, CEO of Agora. “This is about giving developers the flexibility to innovate and the speed to bring intelligent, connected AI products into everyday life.”

Agora’s Convo AI Device Kit now enables:

  • Human-Like Conversational AI – Ultra-low latency, clear audio, speaker recognition, and customizable wake-up for seamless, lifelike interactions and companionship.
  • Global 4G Connectivity – Native global support for Nano-SIM and eSIM across North America, Latin America, Europe, India, Middle East, China, and Southeast Asia.
  • Visual Understanding – Built-in camera gives AI “vision” to recognize and interpret images for smarter, more immersive interactions.
  • Dynamic Eyes with Flexible Display – Real-time expressive eye feedback synced with speech, supports both dual-screen and single-screen device designs.
  • Broad AI and Chip Compatibility – Works with a wide range of ASR, TTS, and LLM providers and Wi-Fi, Cat.1, and ISP chipsets for flexible deployment.
  • Multi-Sensor Suite – Integrated G-sensor, NFC, and vibration motor enable more intuitive and engaging device interactions.

“At Robopoet, our AI companions like Fuzozo need to move with users and respond instantly, whether at home, or on the go,” said Yuna Pan, Co-Founder and CTO, Robopoet. “Agora’s Convo AI Device Kit gives our devices ultra-low latency voice interactions and global connectivity, enabling responsive AI conversation wherever our customers take them.”

The Convo AI Device Kit is designed to power the next generation of smart companions, educational robots, connected toys, and AI-powered learning devices, enabling developers to deliver globally connected, mobile AI device experiences faster and more cost-efficiently.

Learn more about Agora’s Convo AI Device Kit here: https://www.agora.io/en/products/convoai-device-kit/

About Agora

Agora is the global leader in real-time engagement, providing developers with simple, flexible, and powerful APIs to embed real-time conversational AI, voice, video, interactive live streaming, and chat into their applications and IoT devices. Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, Agora is trusted by over 1,700 leading organizations across the globe to power best-in-class real-time experiences from social media and live shopping to education and telehealth. For more information about Agora (NASDAQ: API), visit: www.agora.io.

 

Lunit, CellCarta Announce Global Alliance to Expand Access to Digital Pathology AI for Clinical Trials

SEOUL, South Korea and MONTREAL, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lunit (KRX:328130.KQ), a leading provider of AI for cancer diagnostics and biomarkers for oncology therapeutics, today announced a strategic partnership with CellCarta, a globally recognized provider of CRO laboratory services for pharmaceutical research and development. Under the partnership, Lunit’s AI pathology solutions will be offered as part of CellCarta’s services for global clinical trials, making it easier for pharma sponsors to adopt AI-powered analysis within existing trial workflows.

Lunit and CellCarta join forces to bring AI-powered pathology into worldwide clinical trial workflows.
Lunit and CellCarta join forces to bring AI-powered pathology into worldwide clinical trial workflows.

CellCarta operates CAP-accredited/CLIA-certified laboratories across North America, Europe, and Asia, and is widely recognized for its expertise in pathology, biomarker development, and global clinical trial support across oncology and immunology. The company has participated in more than 1,000 clinical studies—including 75 Phase III PMA trials—developed over 250 unique IHC assays, and performs more than 100,000 IHC stainings annually.

The collaboration aims to broaden access to the Lunit SCOPE® suite, Lunit’s digital pathology AI solution, and deliver faster, more scalable insights into tumor biology through the analysis of H&E and IHC whole slide images. These insights help identify patients likely to benefit from specific therapies, support biomarker development, and ultimately advance precision oncology and drug development.

Both CellCarta and Lunit have focused on enabling immune phenotype analysis — CellCarta, via IHC stains including panCK and CD8, and Lunit, via AI analysis of H&E with its Lunit SCOPE IO® product. Each service aims to enable the use of quantitative immune phenotyping within clinical trials. One benefit of the partnership is access to Lunit SCOPE IO, within CellCarta’s global, best-in-class clinical infrastructure — Lunit’s AI solution that quantifies tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes and classifies immune phenotypes from H&E whole slide images.

The Lunit SCOPE suite includes AI-powered tools such as SCOPE IO, SCOPE PD-L1, and SCOPE uIHC. Several of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies have already published their use of these solutions in research settings to support biomarker-driven research and inform patient selection strategies in oncology trials.

“As more biopharma companies turn to AI-powered pathology to streamline biomarker development and patient selection, the demand for scalable, clinically validated solutions is rapidly growing,” said Yannick Waumans, Director of Digital Pathology Solutions at CellCarta. “Partnering with Lunit allows us to offer our clients a powerful and proven AI platform that integrates seamlessly into global clinical trial workflows.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with CellCarta, a trusted CRO with a strong global presence and impressive leadership in digital pathology real-world deployment,” said Brandon Suh, CEO of Lunit. “This collaboration gives more clinical research teams a way to harness the power of AI in pathology, and we look forward to seeing its impact on trials and, ultimately, on patients.”

This past June, at a workshop held at CellCarta’s Antwerp site, Lunit presented how its AI-powered pathology platform can support drug development through deep learning analysis of H&E and IHC images—highlighting applications such as tumor microenvironment profiling, genomic mutation prediction, and biomarker quantification across cancer types.

About Lunit
Founded in 2013, Lunit (KRX:328130.KQ) is a global leader in AI for cancer diagnostics and therapeutics. With a mission to conquer cancer through AI, Lunit develops AI-powered solutions for medical imaging and biomarker analysis to enable precise diagnosis and personalized treatment. Lunit’s FDA-cleared Lunit INSIGHT suite supports cancer screening at over 7,000 medical institutions in more than 65 countries, while Lunit SCOPE is used in research partnerships with global pharma giants focused on biomarker development and companion diagnostics. Lunit clinical studies have been featured in top-tier journals—including The Lancet Digital Health and Journal of Clinical Oncology—and presented at major conferences such as ASCO and RSNA. Headquartered in Seoul with global offices, Lunit is driving the worldwide fight against cancer. Learn more at lunit.io.

About CellCarta
CellCarta is a leading global contract research organization (CRO) serving the biopharmaceutical industry. With CAP accreditations and CLIA certifications for advanced assays and fully integrated quality management systems across Canada, the United States, Belgium, Australia and China, the company delivers comprehensive biomarker testing services and tailored solutions to the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. CellCarta’s integrated platforms in immunology, histopathology, proteomics and genomics platforms, together with its sample management and logistics systems, enable the company to provide clients comprehensive, full-cycle support throughout the drug discovery process, from early-stage research to late-stage clinical trials.

 

Air Premia Signs Landing Gear Exchange Program Agreement with Boeing

  • Expected to minimize operational downtime and improve cost efficiency

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Air Premia, Korea’s leading hybrid airline, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Boeing for its Landing Gear Exchange program.

Air Premia Signs Landing Gear Exchange Program Agreement with Boeing
Air Premia Signs Landing Gear Exchange Program Agreement with Boeing

Under this agreement, Air Premia will exchange landing gear requiring overhaul with spare landing gear from Boeing’s inventory. By adopting this exchange-based approach, the airline will avoid lengthy maintenance downtime, minimize disruptions to operations, and reduce the need for significant investment in spare assets.

Boeing holds exclusive licensing rights for the 787-9 landing gear and operates a robust supply chain backed by an extensive spare pool. This contract is expected to further strengthen Air Premia’s ability to secure critical parts and maintain on-time operations.

Air Premia currently operates a fleet of eight aircraft, with its first aircraft scheduled to undergo landing gear overhaul at the end of 2027. Through this agreement, the airline will be able to maintain stable operations even as major maintenance cycles begin.

The airline already ensures operational stability through Rolls-Royce’s TotalCare program for its engines, while securing three spare engines independently. Key components are managed under Lufthansa Technik’s component pool program, and Air Premia has also signed an MOU with Korea Aviation Engineering & Maintenance Service (KAEMS) for joint procurement and heavy maintenance outsourcing, further strengthening its domestic maintenance capabilities.

With the addition of Boeing’s Landing Gear Exchange program, Air Premia now has a comprehensive maintenance framework in place across engines, components, and landing gear—covering all critical aircraft systems.

In August, Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) recognized Air Premia’s safety-first management, ranking the airline first in “Safety Investment per 10,000 Flights” in its 2024 Aviation Safety Investment Report.

“This agreement represents a strategic decision to ensure reliable maintenance and operation of landing gear, one of the aircraft’s most critical systems,” said a spokesperson for Air Premia. “Having completed a total maintenance system through global partnerships, we will continue to prioritize safety and efficiency in all our operations.”

About Air Premia

Air Premia is Korea’s first hybrid airline, combining the efficiency of low-cost carriers with the service quality of full-service airlines. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seoul, Air Premia operates a fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners on medium- to long-haul routes, offering passengers affordable fares and enhanced in-flight comfort. With safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction as its core values, Air Premia continues to expand its global network while delivering a differentiated travel experience.

9Spokes Powers Smartpay with its SMB Financial and Customer Insights Platform

AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — 9Spokes, a global data platform, has integrated its SMB Financial Hub and Insights platform, featuring the Merchant Board, with Smartpay (NZX: SPY, ASX: SMP), a leading independent provider of payment processing and terminal solutions in Australia and New Zealand.

This integration is a decisive step towards empowering Smartpay’s SMB customers. It will provide seamless access to transactional data, enhanced financial visibility, and actionable insights to drive growth and streamline operations.

Key features and benefits of the integrated platform include:

  • Financial Insights: Detailed transaction data, including dates, merchant names, descriptions, amounts, and more, enabling accurate analysis and reconciliation.
  • Seamless Data Connectivity: Integration with banks, payment systems, and business accounts worldwide for maximum coverage and accessibility.
  • Enhanced Security and Customization: Tailored solutions aligned with Smartpay’s priorities, upholding the highest security standards to protect sensitive data and workflows.
  • Comprehensive Overviews: The integrated platform provides a complete snapshot of financial performance, offering Smartpay’s customers a reassuring tool for better forecasting and operational efficiency.
  • Real-Time Analytics: The integrated platform offers customizable dashboards and reports that keep Smartpay’s customers informed about trends, customer behaviour, and revenue streams, empowering them with actionable insights.

A pivotal element of this integration is the Merchant Board, an advanced tool crafted to assist SMBs in reconciling payments, managing finances, and fueling growth opportunities.

“Our Merchant Board integration with Smartpay delivers powerful insights, enabling their SMB clients to thrive in a competitive market,” said Kevin Phalen, Executive Chairman of 9Spokes.

“By integrating 9Spokes’ platform, we’re enhancing our ability to provide SMBs with tools to simplify operations and accelerate growth,” said Marty Pomeroy, CEO of Smartpay.

About Smartpay
Smartpay is a leading provider of payment solutions in Australia and New Zealand, offering innovative EFTPOS and digital payment services to businesses of all sizes. Committed to simplifying transactions and enhancing merchant experiences, Smartpay supports thousands of customers with secure, reliable technology.

About 9Spokes
9Spokes is a global data platform that supports financial institutions and fintech firms worldwide. By aggregating consented business data from a variety of sources, 9Spokes helps businesses harness powerful tools for better financial management and strategic decision-making, driving transformation within the financial sector.

 

CRIMSONLOGIC INTRODUCES CANADA LOW-VALUE SHIPMENT CLEARANCE SOLUTION, ACCELERATING E-COMMERCE IMPORTS CLEARANCE

Automated filing solution streamlines high-volume e-commerce imports into Canada with speed, compliance, and efficiency.

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CrimsonLogic, a global technology service provider and wholly-owned subsidiary of PSA International, recognized for its expertise in trade digitalization and customs clearance solutions, today announced the launch of its Canada Low-Value Shipment (LVS) Clearance solution—a digital platform purpose-built for expedited customs clearance of low-value shipments, valued at CA$3,300 or less, entering Canada. Designed to empower customs brokers, importers and e-commerce platforms, the solution delivers advanced automation, seamless regulatory compliance, and unmatched operational efficiency.

With CrimsonLogic’s Canada LVS Clearance solution, import filings for low-value, high-volume shipments are automated and simplified. The solution streamlines regulatory submissions and minimizes manual handling, enabling users to clear thousands of packages through a single, seamless workflow. It is further complemented by the new Casual Refund Electronic Data Interchange Transaction System (CREDITS), which allows users to apply for duty recovery on returned casual importations.

Key Features of Canada LVS Clearance solution:

  • Streamlined LVS processing: Simplifies the clearance of high volumes of shipments with speed and accuracy.
  • Integrated Compliance Engine: Built-in validation and compliance checks help every shipment meet Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) requirements.
  • Seamless Integration: Designed for interoperability, the solution integrates with existing trade workflows, accelerating deployment and minimizing operational disruption.

Varun Sahai, Head of Trade Business Products at CrimsonLogic, said, “The Canada LVS Clearance solution is designed to give enterprises the agility they need to respond quickly to market demands. By eliminating complexity in customs clearance and supporting smooth, compliant operations, it allows businesses to redirect their focus toward capturing growth opportunities and enhancing their competitive edge.”

Winnie Lau, Head of North America, Group Commercial Office at CrimsonLogic, said, “For our clients, this solution strengthens their ability to serve today’s e-commerce consumers. By accelerating clearance processes and ensuring reliability at scale, it helps businesses deliver consistent customer experiences, build stronger loyalty, and position themselves for long-term growth.”

ABOUT CRIMSONLOGIC
CrimsonLogic, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PSA International, is a global technology company driven by innovation to digitally transform and simplify global trade.

With over 36 years of experience worldwide, CrimsonLogic specializes in technology-enablement in the fields of trade facilitation, customs clearance automation, AI-driven supply chain optimization, port operations and government services. We offer next-generation IID, ACE and ACI eManifest software for U.S. and Canadian customs, along with our advanced port community system, Global PORTNET®.

As a trusted partner to businesses, logistics service providers, governments, port and terminal operators, our tailored solutions are designed to meet the unique needs of every client, enabling seamless and secure optimization of supply chains and operations.

Having pioneered the world’s first single window trade facilitation system for Singapore, CrimsonLogic continues to drive digital transformation in global trade via cutting-edge technology, exemplified by the successful implementation of innovation solutions in over 40 countries worldwide.
www.crimsonlogic.com

LEOTEK at SALC 2025: AI Lighting Platform Reduces Operational and Maintenance Costs by Up to 70% and Advances Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure

SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LEOTEK Electronics USA LLC, a Silicon Valley–based leader in intelligent LED roadway and area lighting, is presenting its next-generation solutions at SALC 2025, the premier North American forum for outdoor and public lighting. The event brings together cities, utilities, and industry leaders to shape the future of roadway and area lighting.

LEOTEK at SALC 2025 AI Lighting Platform Reduces Operational and Maintenance Costs by Up to 70% and Advances Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure
LEOTEK at SALC 2025 AI Lighting Platform Reduces Operational and Maintenance Costs by Up to 70% and Advances Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure

At this year’s conference, LEOTEK showcases how it integrates AI, ecological optical design, and clean energy solutions to accelerate the transition toward safer and net-zero cities. The focus is on helping cities and utilities reduce operational and maintenance costs by up to 70% in some cases, today’s top driver for controls adoption, while also optimizing energy use for long-term sustainability.

RenAI – An AI-driven roadway lighting management platform that dynamically adjusts light output to help cities achieve 20–30% energy savings, while also supporting smart lighting control, scheduled dimming, fault detection and notification, asset management, and a 24/7 AI assistant (LiSA) for instant support and analytics. These capabilities reduce carbon emissions, lower maintenance costs, and enhance public safety and nighttime visibility.

KarbonCobra™ – A next-generation low-carbon cobra head streetlight, engineered with a lightweight design that reduces installation and maintenance costs. When paired with LEOTEK’s intelligent controller, it delivers an optimized, end-to-end solution for smart city lighting. It features ISO-verified carbon reduction, seven optical distributions with low-glare comfort optics for safer nighttime visibility, and delivers up to 176 lm/W efficacy. With an embedded smart-city connectivity node, IK10 durability, and a 10-year warranty, KarbonCobra™ provides reliable, future-ready performance that supports both Vision Zero and net-zero city goals.

VersaLUX – A highly flexible area lighting system designed for community, park, and mixed-use environments. Its adjustable optical distributions combine aesthetic appeal with functional performance, and it can be integrated with camera modules to enable smart surveillance and enhanced safety monitoring.

PostTop – A sustainable post-top decorative luminaire featuring low-CCT light sources and glare-control optics. Designed in compliance with International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) standards, it protects nighttime ecosystems while enhancing urban ambiance.

EV Charger – LEOTEK’s first step into clean mobility infrastructure. By integrating streetlighting with EV charging stations, it leverages shared power and real-time data to provide cities with a unified “lighting + mobility” solution for the net-zero transition.

In addition to these solutions, LEOTEK is spotlighting its connected lighting capabilities at Booth #613. Through advanced nodes and a powerful management platform, LEOTEK demonstrates how connected solutions can deliver smarter, more efficient control across citywide lighting networks. The showcase also features the industry’s most sustainable cobrahead luminaire, underscoring LEOTEK’s leadership in sustainable roadway design.

“This is not just a showcase, it’s our statement of leadership in Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure,” said Torrent Chin, President & Chief Sustainability Officer of LEOTEK. “From roadway systems to EV charging, we are proving how lighting innovation makes cities safer and greener.” “In the U.S. market, cities and utilities need safety and cost efficiency,” added Ewing Liu, Chief of Staff and Vice President of Sales. “Our solutions are practical, reliable, and aligned with the shift toward net-zero infrastructure.”

About LEOTEK

LEOTEK operates dual headquarters in Silicon Valley and Taipei and is the largest provider of AI-powered intelligent traffic operation services in the Americas, serving road infrastructure in over 30 countries across America, Europe, the Middle East, and Australia for over 30 years. Committed to AI-driven smart roadway maintenance and IoT predictive maintenance services, LEOTEK focuses on safety, ecology, and low carbon to drive urban transformation towards net zero intelligence. For more information, visit www.leotek.com.

LEOTEK at SALC 2025 AI Lighting Platform Reduces Operational and Maintenance Costs by Up to 70% and Advances Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure
LEOTEK at SALC 2025 AI Lighting Platform Reduces Operational and Maintenance Costs by Up to 70% and Advances Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure

NYSE Content Advisory: Pre-Market update + Health partners with NBA’s Charlotte Hornets + Proofpoint unveils Satori

NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 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 + Judi Health partners with NBA’s Charlotte Hornets + Proofpoint unveils Satori

Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on September 24th

  • Stocks look to bounce back after pulling back on Tuesday
  • Judi Health becomes exclusive jersey patch partner of the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets
  • Proofpoint unveils Satori, which it says will bring the power of AI agents to security operations teams

Opening Bell
H.E. Karin Keller-Sutter, President of Switzerland, rings the Opening Bell

Closing Bell
S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) rings the Closing Bell

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