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IFF Announces Launch of New IFF.com

NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IFF (NYSE: IFF) today unveiled its newly redesigned corporate website, www.iff.com, marking a significant leap in scale, performance and commitment to top-tier digital experiences. The revamped site offers a visually captivating and engaging journey, highlighting IFF’s leadership and the value it delivers across all the markets it serves.

“The IFF site represents the full breadth of our portfolio and the value we offer through our technology and innovation,” said Deb Borg, executive vice president and chief communications, human resources, and diversity & inclusion officer. “It is a powerful tool for increasing our brand recognition, strengthening our customer relationships and attracting world-class talent.”

The new website features improved navigation, fresh content, enhanced lead-generation tools, and CRM strategies all within a responsive and modern design. Visitors can easily access key information and resources. The new comprehensive media center provides diverse perspectives on the company and easy access to business-specific content. Additionally, an expanded sustainability hub—along with careers, history, insights, and science sections—offers deeper context about the company, showcasing its expertise. The new user experience reflects visitors’ needs, enabling a customized journey throughout the site.

“The IFF.com redesign is a true expression of our brand,” said Paulina Heinkel, vice president of corporate communications. “Visitors will enjoy a unique experience, gaining a clear understanding of our culture and the interconnectivity of our products across various businesses. It truly exemplifies our company’s purpose of making joy through science, creativity and heart.”

For more information, and to experience the new website, visit iff.com.

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Welcome to IFF

At IFF (NYSE: IFF), we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products—advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. Learn more at iff.comLinkedInInstagram and Facebook.

©2025 International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF). IFF, the IFF Logo, and all trademarks and service marks denoted with ™, SM or ® are owned by IFF or affiliates of IFF unless otherwise noted. All Rights Reserved.

 

 

Animal charity Humane Society International Australia becomes ‘Humane World for Animals’ to better encompass mission and global presence

SYDNEY, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Animal charity Humane Society International (HSI) Australia today announced its rebrand to Humane World for Animals to establish clarity in its mission to create lasting change for animals in Australia and around the world. The change takes effect today and underscores the organisation’s global impact while highlighting its commitment to all animals.

For more than 30 years globally, and in Australia, Humane World for Animals―formerly called Humane Society International―has worked to tackle the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering. Today, to better convey the organisation’s scope and bold work to end animal cruelty, it is joining with other Humane Society entities around the world under one new name and logo that communicates its global, all-animal focus.

“Since our founding, we have continued to adapt to maximise our impact for animals around the world,” says Kitty Block, President and CEO, Humane World for Animals. “This important next step in our historical journey ensures our global mission and work are clearly understood. As our teams around the world work more closely together, uniting under one global brand now reflects our shared vision and strategy.”

In Australia, Humane World for Animals campaigns to end the use of shark nets, for a global end to commercial whaling, to protect native Australian wildlife, for a ban on live lamb cutting and the phase out of battery cages for hens. The organisation also responds to animals in disasters such as floods and bushfires.     

Erica Martin, executive director of Humane World for Animals Australia, says, “Our new name reflects that animals are at the heart of all our campaigning efforts. We are united in our efforts to end cruelty and improve the protection of wildlife. And importantly, it gives our Australian supporters even more opportunities to be a part of lasting change for all animals around the world.”

Humane World for Animals has projects in more than 50 countries to tackle animal cruelty including the fur trade, the dog and cat meat trades, factory farming, commercial whaling, trophy hunting and the illegal wildlife trade, animal testing and puppy farming.

To officially launch the rebrand, Humane World for Animals will debut a powerful global video envisioning a future without animal cruelty. Set to a new rendition of Peter Gabriel’s iconic 1977 hit Solsbury Hill recorded by Australian-born global pop superstar Sia, the video brings the organisation’s mission to life. Sia’s version of the song is available for streaming, with her proceeds supporting Humane World for Animals.

“As someone who grew up feeling like she didn’t have a voice, I’ve always felt a deep connection to animals and have developed a strong passion for advocating on their behalf, since they can’t speak for themselves,” says Sia. “I’m honoured to be a part of this project with Humane World for Animals, as they work to make a greater impact for the animals we love.”

“If we want to leave a habitable world for our grandchildren and their own kids, we have to change our relationship with the natural world and with all the wonderful creatures we share it with,” says Peter Gabriel. “I am delighted that Solsbury Hill has been chosen for the Humane World for Animals campaign and hope it may be useful in helping to continue to build a platform of respect, care, and compassion for all sentient beings.”

As part of the rebrand, Humane World for Animals has deployed an integrated marketing campaign, managed and executed by entertainment marketing agency FlyteVu. This includes high-visibility billboards in Australia, Canada, India, New York City and the U.K; TV, streaming as well as audio ads; and a social/digital campaign spanning global reach with support from celebrities and influencers. Strategic counsel was provided by global creative consultancy Lippincott in developing the new name, logo, and brand positioning. 

Watch the ad spot and a behind-the-scenes look into its creation. See Humane World for Animals in action. Stream Sia’s “Solsbury Hill (Humane World for Animals Cover).”

Download photos/video HERE of our global work 
Download photos/video HERE of our Australia programs

Media Contact: 
Humane World for Animals Australia
Matthew Smeal
0434 483 493
msmeal@hsi.org.au 

About Humane World for Animals

Together, we tackle the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering to create permanent change. With millions of supporters and work happening in over 50 countries, Humane World for Animals—formerly called Humane Society International—addresses the most deeply entrenched forms of animal cruelty and suffering. As the leading voice in the animal protection space, we work to end the cruelest practices, care for animals in crisis and build a stronger animal protection movement. Driving toward the greatest global impact, we aim to achieve the vision behind our name: a more humane world.
humaneworld.org 

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O-RAN ALLIANCE Announces Global PlugFest Spring 2025 to Further Accelerate the Maturity of O-RAN Products and Solutions

  • O-RAN ALLIANCE calls for participation in the O-RAN Global PlugFest Spring 2025 with 23 hosts in 18 labs around the world
  • O-RAN ALLIANCE invites any of its Members and Participants to join the PlugFest and benefit from well-organized testing and integration in a neutral, cooperative environment
  • Call for participation is open until February 21, 2025. Learn more and apply on our website.

BONN, Germany, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The O-RAN ALLIANCE (O-RAN) is calling for participation in its first PlugFest of this year – the O-RAN ALLIANCE Global PlugFest Spring 2025.

O-RAN ALLIANCE organizes semi-annual Global PlugFests, hosted by operators, Open Testing and Integration Centres (OTICs), and academic and research institutions, to enable efficient progress of developing products and solutions based on O-RAN specifications. Participants benefit from well-organized testing and integration in a neutral, cooperative environment.

Hosted by 23 operators and vendor-independent institutions, the O-RAN Global PlugFest Spring 2025 will take place in 8 venues and 18 labs around the world.

O-RAN ALLIANCE invites any of its Members and Participants to join the PlugFest and work with a diverse community of operators, vendors, service providers, research, academic and government institutions. As a benefit of O-RAN membership, participation in the PlugFest is free of charge. Companies without O-RAN membership are welcome to join the community to be able to participate.

Call for participation is open until February 21, 2025. Learn more and apply on our website.

PlugFest activities are planned from February through May 2025, followed by presentations and demonstrations of results to the O-RAN community. O-RAN ALLIANCE plans a public announcement of the PlugFest outcomes in early June this year.

O-RAN Global PlugFest Spring 2025 continues to focus on six themes prioritized within the O-RAN ALLIANCE:

  • O-RAN Energy Consumption, Efficiency and Savings Testing
  • O-RAN E2E Deployment Templates, DevOps, and Test Automation
  • Demonstration of consistent and repeatable open fronthaul testing in multiple labs
  • O-RAN System Testing with Layer 1 Acceleration
  • O-RAN White-box Hardware diversity ecosystem
  • Open Fronthaul Transport Testing with multiple O-RUs

Details from all completed O-RAN PlugFests are publicly available in the O-RAN PlugFest Virtual Showcase.

“O-RAN ALLIANCE PlugFests provide a platform for industry collaboration to accelerate O-RAN product maturity,” said Brian Daly, Co-chair of the O-RAN Technical Steering Committee and AVP at AT&T Services Inc. “We look forward to seeing how our members take advantage of the Spring PlugFest to advance the ability of operators to obtain and deploy O-RAN-based products and solutions in their networks.”

About O-RAN ALLIANCE
The O-RAN ALLIANCE is a world-wide community of mobile operators, vendors, and research & academic institutions operating in the Radio Access Network (RAN) industry. As the RAN is an essential part of any mobile network, the O-RAN ALLIANCE’s mission is to re-shape the industry towards more intelligent, open, virtualized and fully interoperable mobile networks. The new O-RAN specifications enable a more competitive and vibrant RAN supplier ecosystem with faster innovation to improve user experience. O-RAN based mobile networks at the same time improve the efficiency of RAN deployments as well as operations by mobile operators. To achieve this, the O-RAN ALLIANCE publishes new RAN specifications, releases open software for the RAN, and supports its members in integration and testing of their implementations.
For more information, please visit www.o-ran.org.

O-RAN ALLIANCE PlugFest
O-RAN ALLIANCE PlugFest

 

METAL SUITS’ Launches Globally on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation and Switch!

– Experience thrilling 2D side-scrolling explosive action with a vast array of powerful suits!
– Now available worldwide on PC (Steam), PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Eggtart Inc. (CEO: Jinman Park) proudly announces the global launch of ‘METAL SUITS: Counter Attack’ on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.

 

METAL SUITS Official Trailer (Provided by Eggtart Inc.)

‘METAL SUITS’ is a fast-paced 2D Pixel art side-scrolling action game where players equip powerful combat suits and engage in explosive battles. The main character, Kevin, can acquire numerous unique suits throughout his journey, each with distinct abilities, designs, and devastating special moves to annihilate alien foes.

Set in the far future of 4373, METAL SUITS takes place where humanity has colonized the Solar System and the Helios planets. Kevin, a once-revered war hero, has long retired to a peaceful life aboard a space retreat. However, when an alien invasion destroys his ship, leaving him critically wounded and his beloved dog lost, Kevin embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance against the alien forces that took everything from him.

Now, more powerful than ever with his suit upgrades, Kevin destroys any foe in his way.

METAL SUITS has been showcased at major gaming conventions such as Gamescom, Tokyo Game Show (TGS), and PlayX4, earning numerous awards for its finely tuned combat mechanics, level design, and exhilarating gameplay.

With 11 supported languages, including English, Japanese, Korean and more.

For more information, visit the official website (https://www.metalsuits.com/).

Game Information
– Title: METAL SUITS: Counter-Attack
– Genre: Action, Platformer, Indie
– Developer: Eggtart Inc.
– Supported Languages: Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese(Simplified/Traditional), French, German, Spanish, Russian, Portuguese, Polish
– Release Date: February 13, 2025
– Available Platforms: Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch

Donner Launches New Donner OURA™ Series Pianos Blending Sound & Home Design

New Donner OURA™ Series of digital pianos blends Scandinavian minimalist design high-quality sounds

ANAHEIM, Calif., Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Donner, a leader in musical instrument innovation, has officially launched its new Donner OURA™ Series of digital pianos, which feature a harmonious blend of sound excellence and timeless design. The new series has gained significant attention during its debut at The 2025 NAMM Show, which took place in late January. This mid-to-high-end range features four models — the R400, R300, S300 and S100 — and redefines the connection between music and the home environment.

Donner OURA™ S100 Digital Piano
Donner OURA™ S100 Digital Piano

Donner OURA™ Series digital pianos blend Scandinavian minimalism with a modern vibe. Derived from the Greek word “OURA,” which means “Ancestor Flower” and reflects the Nordic design philosophy, the Donner OURA™ Series is more than just a collection of digital pianos — it’s a testament to Donner’s commitment to both music and design. Donner OURA™ pianos serve as a stunning piece of home decor, harmoniously complementing a variety of home styles — from countryside cottages to contemporary urban apartments.

Where Superior Sound Meets Classic Style

The pure sound of Donner OURA™ Series pairs seamlessly with Scandinavian minimalist design, creating a striking focal point for any home while also conserving space. Featuring a black wood-grain finish and sleek gradient-tube legs, Donner OURA™ digital pianos embody refined simplicity. Thoughtfully designed with spatial aesthetics in mind, these pianos enhance a home without overwhelming it. Players can enjoy high-quality sounds and minimalistic style, transforming every practice session into an enjoyable experience.

Donner OURA™ Series’ graded hammer standard keyboard accurately simulates the touch and response of an acoustic piano, while the finely-tuned internal system mimics the feel of an acoustic piano. Each key’s touch and resistance are optimized for beginners, ensuring a natural and comfortable playing experience. The series also boasts top-tier acoustic piano samples, with additional high-quality sounds, including guitar, bass and organ.

Users can seamlessly integrate third-party sound libraries using USB MIDI and AUX IN, and players can use the built-in Donner Original MIDI Demonstrations with a range of original MIDI tracks in various styles. Donner OURA™ Series lets users explore the digital piano’s sound and expressiveness through high-quality performances, gaining inspiration and deepening their musical understanding. The Series also supports Bluetooth for MIDI and audio signals, enabling wireless connection to various musical devices and apps for convenient music creation and listening. Donner customers are eligible to claim free digital workstations and free piano courses offered by Melodics on DonnerMusic.com.

Donner OURA™ Series Family

The S100 is ideal for beginning players. Its Scandinavian minimalist design is compact, space-saving and complements minimalist decor. It features a Transpose Function, Local-Off, Dual-Mode Bluetooth Audio/MIDI and an 88 graded hammer standard keybed.         

Rich and nuanced sound complements the modern minimalist design of the S300 digital piano. The piano features a Transpose Function, Local-Off, Dual-Mode Bluetooth Audio/ MIDI and a 15-watt speaker system with an 88 graded hammer standard keybed.

The new R300 delivers the authentic feel of a grand piano and a concert-like playing experience in your living room. The digital piano features a Transpose Function, Local-Off, Dual-Mode Bluetooth Audio/ MIDI, an 88 graded hammer standard keybed and boasts a slightly larger footprint than the previous models.

Featuring rich sounds and a unique American farmhouse-style design with a solid American walnut finish, the new R400 delivers an authentic grand piano experience. It features a Transpose Function, Local-Off, Dual-Mode Bluetooth Audio/ MIDI, an 88 graded hammer standard keybed and the largest footprint in the Donner OURA™ Series. 

Availability

Donner OURA™ series digital pianos are now available on DonnerMusic.com, with prices ranging from $559.99 to $1299.99, depending on the model.

For more information, please visit DonnerMusic.com

ABOUT DONNER

Based in Guangzhou, China, Donner is a young brand and manufacturer with a mission to provide innovative and high-quality music equipment, catering to musicians and music lovers around the world. With a commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and playability, Donner continues to produce a diverse range of music gear, from effects pedals to guitars, electronic drum sets and synthesizers, MIDI keyboards and pro audio equipment, and of course, digital pianos. With a growing R&D team of more than 200 people and stable supply chains in China, Donner has managed to expand from a mini pedal manufacturer to a global giant of high-quality musical instruments since its establishment in 2012. 

Triller Unveils Exciting New Redesign, Offering Fresh Look and Enhanced User Experience

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Triller, the leading social media and video-sharing platform, is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated redesign, showcasing a completely refreshed look and feel. The new interface provides users with a modern, intuitive, and seamless experience, enhancing the overall journey for content creators and viewers alike.

The new design incorporates bold visual elements, improved navigation, and enhanced customization features, all aimed at empowering users to create and share content more efficiently. With a streamlined layout, the revamped interface provides a more immersive and engaging experience, making it easier to discover, create, and interact with content.

Key Features of Triller’s New Look:

  • Refined User Interface: A sleek, modern layout that simplifies navigation, offering a more intuitive experience for users across all pages.
  • Simplified Account Creation: Improved onboarding for faster account creation and greater security.
  • Faster Performance: Optimized speed and responsiveness, ensuring smoother scrolling and seamless video playback.

In addition to the fresh new design, Triller is also excited to announce that new A-list creators and exclusive communities are launching soon, offering users access to top-tier content, meaningful connections that will inspire creativity across the platform.

“Triller’s growth has been remarkable, and this redesign is just the beginning,” said Sean Kim, CEO of Triller App. “We’ve experienced tremendous momentum, and our expanding creator base is a testament to the platform’s potential. This update is about continuing to innovate and providing the best experience possible for our users, whether they’re creators, fans, or brands.”

Whether you’re an aspiring influencer, a seasoned creator, or simply seeking engaging content, Triller’s new look is designed to provide a more intuitive and unique experience than other platforms.

To discover how Triller is changing the game for creators, visit trillerinc.com and download the app from the Google Play or Apple App Store today!

About Triller Group Inc. Nasdaq: ILLR. Triller Group is a US-based company that operates two main businesses: the newly merged US-based social media operations (Triller Corp.), and the legacy operations of the Company in Hong Kong (“AGBA”).

Triller Corp. is a next-generation, AI-powered, social media and live-streaming event platform for creators. Pairing music culture with sports, fashion, entertainment, and influencers through a 360-degree view of content and technology, Triller Corp. uses proprietary AI technology to push and track content virally to affiliated and non-affiliated sites and networks, enabling them to reach millions of additional users. Triller Corp. additionally owns Triller Sports, Bare-Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC); Amplify.ai, a leading machine-learning, AI platform; and TrillerTV, a premier global PPV, AVOD, and SVOD streaming service. For more information, visit www.triller.co.

Established in 1993, AGBA is a leading, multi-channel business platform that incorporates cutting-edge machine learning and offers a broad set of financial services and healthcare products to consumers through a tech-led ecosystem, enabling clients to unlock the choices that best suit their needs. Trusted by over 400,000 individual and corporate customers, the Group is organized into four market-leading businesses: Platform Business, Distribution Business, Healthcare Business, and Fintech Business. For more information, please visit www.agba.com.

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Gemcor Production Solutions Delivers Advanced Factory Integration with Automated Fastening Systems under Ascent Aerospace

Gemcor provides flexible automated solutions for precision-based drilling and fastening applications, blending proven reliability with next-generation technology

MACOMB, Mich., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Since 1937, Gemcor Production Solutions (Gemcor) has been integral to the manufacturing process of aerostructures worldwide. Under Ascent Aerospace, Gemcor continues its tradition of producing industry leading solutions, evident in its latest award for a blue-chip commercial aircraft manufacturer. New product offerings take advantage of the latest technologies to support machine learning and lights-out functionality while capturing the value of implementing a digital twin.

“Enhanced visual quality inspection with machine learning capabilities, built-in cycle time optimization, and lights-out operations are just a few benefits of Gemcor’s latest offerings,” shared Michael Hinckley, Director of Strategic Programs at Ascent Aerospace. “These advancements allow our customers to ramp up production and save on costs, with zero compromise on quality. Our customers trust the legacy capabilities of Gemcor. The integration into Ascent Aerospace has not only solidified the brand but enhanced overall capabilities.”

Ascent is continuously adapting Gemcor to meet customers’ needs as technology advances. “From process engineering to build and installation, our process is to work closely with customers to develop their projects to ensure we are providing an advanced, efficient and cost-effective solution.”

Gemcor Production Solutions features:

  • All electric drill/fasten – any combination of aluminum, titanium, honeycomb, composite & steel
  • Cycle time optimization, achieving 21 fasteners per minute under full sensor control
  • Use of adaptive control to optimize production settings within a user-friendly dashboard
  • Siemens’ SINUMERIK solution controller for enhanced controls architecture
  • Digital twin solution utilizing a Siemens’ environment
  • Process control enhancements include fastener verification, sealant optimization, edge and feature detection for resync
  • Debris & chip detection
  • Machine learning to improve quality control & predictive maintenance for reliability

Ascent Aerospace is a factory solutions provider of production and automated assembly systems for space, defense, and commercial aerospace industries. Ascent produces a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making Ascent the largest tooling group in the industry. As a factory solutions partner, Ascent has the technology to support customers’ builds throughout the lifecycle of their program. For inquiries, contact Al Bolen at al.bolen@ascentaerospace.com. Learn more: https://ascentaerospace.com/ 

Contact: Al Bolen
al.bolen@ascentaerospace.com

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Worldwide Silicon Wafer Shipments and Revenue Start Recovery in Late 2024, SEMI Reports

MILPITAS, Calif., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In the second half of 2024, worldwide silicon wafer demand started to recover from the industry downcycle seen in 2023, the SEMI Silicon Manufacturers Group (SMG) reported in its year-end analysis of the silicon wafer industry. Worldwide silicon wafer shipments in 2024 decreased 2.7% to 12,266 million square inches while wafer revenue contracted 6.5% to $11.5 billion over the same period.

 

In 2024, a broad-based inventory correction was slower due to the weak end demand from the higher volume segments impacting fab utilization rates and wafer shipments to specific applications. The recovery is expected to continue into 2025 with stronger improvements toward the second half of the year.

“Generative AI and new data-center construction has been a driver for the most advanced foundry and memory devices such as High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), but most other end markets are still recovering from excess inventory,” said Lee Chungwei (李崇偉), Chairman of SEMI SMG and Vice President and Chief Auditor at GlobalWafers. “As noted by many customers in their earnings statements, the industrial semiconductor market is still in a strong inventory correction, and this has impacted silicon wafer shipments worldwide.”

Annual Silicon* Industry Trends

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

Area Shipments (MSI)

12,407

14,165

14,713

12,602

12,266

Revenues ($Billion)

11.2

12.6

13.8

12.3

11.5

Source: SEMI (www.semi.org), February 2025

*Data cited in this release include polished silicon wafers, including those used as virgin test wafers, as well as epitaxial silicon wafers, and non-polished silicon wafers shipped by the wafer manufacturers to end users. Shipments are for semiconductor applications only and do not include solar applications.

Silicon wafers are the fundamental building material for the majority of semiconductors, which are vital components of all electronic devices. The highly engineered thin disks, produced in diameters of up to 300 mm, serve as the substrate material on which most semiconductor devices, or chips, are fabricated.

The SMG is a sub-committee of the SEMI Electronic Materials Group (EMG) and is open to SEMI members involved in manufacturing polycrystalline silicon, monocrystalline silicon or silicon wafers (e.g., as cut, polished, epi). The SMG facilitates collective efforts on issues related to the silicon industry including the development of market information and statistics about the silicon industry and the semiconductor market.

For more information, visit SEMI Worldwide Silicon Wafer Shipment Statistics.

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.

Association Contact
Sherrie Gutierrez/SEMI
Phone: 1.831.889.3800
Email: sgutierrez@semi.org