Categorized for AI-enabled claims automation and decisioning in life insurance
NEW YORK and SINGAPORE, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Neutrinos, a leader in AI-powered intelligent automation for insurers, announced that it has been named a Technology Standout in Celent’s Life Insurance Claims Administration System Technical Capability Matrix.
The report evaluated 19 technology platforms supporting life and health insurers based on the sophistication and breadth of their technology, providing an overview of their functionality, customer base, technology, implementation, and support.
The report highlights Neutrinos Life and Health Claims Automation Suite with its application of AI, decisioning, adjudication logic, and orchestration across the claims lifecycle, from submission and intake through adjudication and settlement. The platform supports configurable decisioning, complex benefit calculations, and execution with full auditability, while AI helps process documents, validate data, surface information, and streamline claims correspondence.
“For years, life insurance companies have relied on manual processing to handle claims, and investments in claims departments have lagged behind new business and other parts of the value chain,” said Karen Monks, Principal Analyst, Celent. “As demographic changes accelerate and claims volumes increase, life insurers are looking for systems to automate their claims departments and investigate how to use AI in their claims processes.”
“Claims are one of the most critical moments of truth in insurance,” said Samik Ghosh, CEO and Co-founder of Neutrinos. “They combine sensitive documentation, complex benefit calculations, and human judgment, often under significant emotional pressure. As insurers increasingly apply GenAI in claims, it’s important to select automation with structured decision support and clear handoffs to human review, so complexity is handled consistently without losing control.”
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About Neutrinos
Neutrinos is a leader in intelligent automation, empowering insurance enterprises to harness the full potential of AI agents to autonomously execute and optimize complex business processes. Purpose-built for insurers, the Neutrinos platform is uniquely designed to manage and orchestrate all agents, not just those built on Neutrinos. Its AI-native, full-stack architecture unifies complex systems, enables cross-platform orchestration, and powers agentic and autonomous workflows. From underwriting and claims to distribution, Neutrinos brings deep insurance domain expertise, intelligent automation, and pre-built accelerators to help insurers modernize faster, boost operational agility, and deliver seamless customer experiences. Learn more at www.neutrinos.com and follow Neutrinos on LinkedIn.
MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – Capella at Galaxy Macau has officially opened, marking the arrival of the serene enclave within the celebrated world of Galaxy Macau. This exceptional property represents a rarefied expression of hospitality within Galaxy Macau, Asia’s highly awarded luxury resort.
Mr Francis Lui, Chairman (centre); Mr Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer – Macau (2nd from right); and Mr Troy Hickox, Head of Hotels & Lifestyle Development (1st from right), of Galaxy Entertainment Group and Mr Samuel Ding, Senior Vice President of Design and Technical Services (2nd from left); Ms Mei Ping, Head of China and Chairman Assistant (1st from left), of Capella Hotel Group officiate at the Opening Ceremony of Capella at Galaxy Macau.
Capella at Galaxy Macau represents the pinnacle of the luxury resort’s experiential offering. Designed for the most discerning of premium guests, the property occupies a privileged position within Galaxy Macau’s constellation of lauded luxury hotels. An ultra-residential retreat designed for the most discerning traveller; it offers privacy, expansive space, and superlative service.
The golden hued architectural landmark comprises just 95 suites and penthouses, while maintaining an exceptionally low key-count and a welcoming sense of intimacy and seclusion.
The opening of Capella at Galaxy Macau further strengthens Galaxy Macau’s status as the region’s premier experiential destination, offering guests a highly curated way to experience the dynamism of the luxury resort, and all that UNESCO World Heritage–recognised Macau has to offer.
Mr Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer – Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group delivers his welcome remarks at the Opening Ceremony of Capella at Galaxy Macau.
Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer – Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group, states: “Galaxy Macau was created as a destination where the world’s finest hospitality and ultra-luxury experiences come together. We are delighted to reveal Capella at Galaxy Macau to our treasured guests from around the world; which showcases a new expression of our signature and ever-evolving ‘World Class Asian Heart’ service – that is not just personalised but anticipated; promising that true exclusivity is no longer about spectacle – but about scarcity.”
Clive Edwards, Senior Vice President, Operations, of Capella Hotel Group adds: “This strategic partnership positions Capella at Galaxy Macau as a distinctive expression of our brand vision: an intimate, residential retreat within an integrated resort context. Our guests enjoy seamless access to Galaxy’s world-class amenities while experiencing the culturally immersive hospitality that defines Capella—from our Capella Culturists to curated experiences celebrating Macau’s rich heritage.”
Mr Samuel Ding, Senior Vice President of Design and Technical Services, Capella Hotel Group, delivers a speech at the Opening Ceremony of Capella at Galaxy Macau.
A contemporary retreat where The Gilded Jungle meets the runway
Conceived with renowned Paris-based design studio Moinard Bétaille, Capella at Galaxy Macau introduces a distinct design sensibility to the city, influenced by the jungle-inspired motifs found throughout the world of fashion, defined by craftsmanship, sophistication, and vintage luxury accents.
Imagined as a gilded jungle, the undulating exteriors draw from the formations of Macau’s tropical landscape while offering a sleek, residential interpretation of ultra-luxury. Rather than enclosed opulence, the architecture and interiors emphasise soft curves and undulating fluid forms, mirroring meandering waterways, light, airflow, the organic forms of the rainforest canopy – all brought to life with tactile materiality; creating a deeply immersive and energetically aligned experience.
Interior design studio Moinard Bétaille was tasked with creating a ‘residential sanctuary in Macau.’ From the forest-like canopy at the Ground Floor Lobby arrival and the Tree of Life, to the multi-sensory digital artwork by Laura Cheung – whose hand-finished jungle inspired walls grace every suite, Bruno Moinard has composed an environment of serenity, luxury and quiet confidence. For Capella at Galaxy Macau – a collaboration with Bruno Moinard’s creative partner, Claire Bétaille – the design duo have built on their collective commitment to bespoke luxury; creating a signature new language that builds upon culture, community, tradition, and heritage craftsmanship in a way that is both distinctive and unique. Moinard states: “Our vision was to create a sense of calm, crafted elegance, a residential sanctuary that feels both intimate and timeless, set within the extraordinary environs of Galaxy Macau.”
Gentle curves, softened edges, and dappled light that mimics sunlight filtering through a rainforest canopy guides guests from the moment they enter the driveway.
Gentle curves, softened edges, and dappled light that mimics sunlight filtering through a rainforest canopy guides guests from the moment they enter the driveway, a protected space that transitions from the pulsing energy of Macau, surrounded by lush foliage that fosters a sense of calm and privacy. In an ecosystem of light, art and nature, as one steps into the Lobby, a chamber of light and running water frame the Tree of Life – the beating heart of the Lobby that pulsates in coloured light. Round pools, lush foliage, and a mustering of carved wooden storks alight, finding their place in front of the spellbinding three-metre immersive multi-sensory LED artwork by Hong Kong artist Laura Cheung, founder of artisanal luxury homeware brand LaLa Curio. Evoking the natural rhythm of a tropical jungle, the sculptural natural forms, rocks and fire pits enable the kinetic artwork to subtly transform from dawn to dusk; connecting the interior to the passage of time outside. This digital grove “breathes” with the time of day; featuring a cacophony of ambient sounds that culminate in a nightly bloom of glowing fireflies and shooting stars. A custom-handmade tumbled glass sculpture by Czech glass masters Lasvit – ‘Splash’ – cascades over the illuminated water pools.
The arrival experience unfolds on the first floor, where guests discover the gilded Lobby layered with specially commissioned artworks. Highlights include contemporary abstract gouache and oil artworks by Bruno Moinard, alongside ceramic scholar’s rocks on Amazonite marble plinths by American ceramic artist Jason Messinger, that blend the softly-hued neutral interiors with statement pieces.
Guests are welcomed by their Capella Culturist in the Capella Living Room, a brand signature reimagined here as a cocooning social salon, before being escorted to their private residences for in-suite check-in by their personal butler. “Jungle Blue” – a Bruno Moinard abstract oil painting anchors the space in Moinard’s signature Macau Blue, a nuanced hue that echoes his interior inspiration, where water meets the jungle. Here, the Capella Culturists host daily rituals such as tea ceremonies, baijiu tastings, and cultural introductions.
The ultimate exemplar of penthouse living
Capella at Galaxy Macau delivers a rare combination of grandeur, serenity and exclusivity.
Capella at Galaxy Macau delivers a rare combination of grandeur, serenity and exclusivity. Offering the largest rooms in Southern China, the Capella Penthouses are among the most remarkable accommodations ever introduced in the territory. Two- and four-bedroom penthouses offer expansive indoor-outdoor living, with sliding glass doors opening onto breezy, light-filled terraces, sun rooms and glass-walled outdoor private infinity pools overlooking futuristic Hengqin island – where visionary engineering meets architectural finesse – achievements previously unseen in the region. Artisanship is apparent in the details, such as the penthouse entrance doors featuring bespoke woven horsehair panelling lining, offering superior acoustic protection and a refined, luxurious patina. Four-bedroom penthouses, spanning close to 700 square metres, include a private Winter Garden with its diamond-stitched leather upholstery inspired by vintage automotive seats; wellness room with state-of-the-art massage chair and TechnoGym personal training equipment, games room with foosball table, and butler pantry. A den-like, soundproofed media and entertainment room houses a state-of-the-art home theatre and karaoke system, while airy, spa-like marble bathrooms feature generous soaking tubs and ultra-spacious his and hers showers. Two-bedroom penthouses include many of the same bespoke amenities, along with a dedicated VIK (Very Important Kids) room for family travellers.
The Capella Penthouses are among the most remarkable accommodations ever introduced in the territory, each equipped with private swimming pool for the utmost sense of leisure.
One- and two-bedroom suites begin at 128 square metres and feature indoor relaxation pools, sunbeds, Amazonite marble bathrooms with mosaic floors, and polished finishes. Bedrooms are accentuated with jungle-inspired, hand-finished wall coverings by LaLa Curio, extending into canopy-like ceilings.
A heightened and singular service philosophy
Capella at Galaxy Macau brings together a union of award-winning hospitality for exceptional personalization. With Capella Hotels and Resorts voted the “No.1 Hotel Brand in the World” in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards for the third consecutive year, Capella’s globally recognised service philosophy finds a new home in the most accentuated expression of Galaxy Macau’s signature and ever-evolving World Class Asian Heart service.
Every guest enjoys 24-hour butler service, packing and unpacking of luggage, a complimentary minibar, premium Chinese tea sets, Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica Santa Maria Novella bath amenities, locally-sourced pre-batched cocktails and a Bugatti kettle and Illy IperEspresso Professional Machine for the ultimate precision-brewed coffee experience. Dedicated Capella butlers – unique to this hotel – and Capella Culturists work seamlessly together to intuitively shape each stay around individual preferences; promising that true exclusivity is no longer about spectacle – but about rarity and experience.
Culturists curate bespoke experiences connecting guests to Macau’s heritage and contemporary culture, from art tours and baijiu tastings to culinary masterclasses with Stephen Hsu, the executive chef of Capella at Galaxy Macau’s signature restaurant Botanica, or private helicopter and walking tours arranged with insider access.
A dining destination for connoisseurs
As part of Galaxy Macau’s reputation as one of Asia’s most celebrated gastronomic destinations, Capella at Galaxy Macau introduces three highly anticipated dining and bar concepts.
Pony & Plume, a whisky and cocktail bar and divan designed by Moinard Bẽtaille, reveals a haven of hidden delights and secret spaces, waiting to be revealed. Set to become a vibrant Macau destination hotspot in its own right, the bar’s name is its creed: the “pony” – a precise measure of spirit – represents intention in every pour, while the “plume” is the bar’s calling card, introduced as an aromatic cloud of smoke that infuses its signature cocktails, bar snacks and the divan experience. Home to more than 650 whiskies curated across eight flavour profiles, the venue celebrates precision, ritual, and the aroma, from rare and limited-edition bottles to guided tastings and signature smoke-infused cocktails inspired by Macau’s cultural eclecticism and morsels designed to appeal to connoisseurs and the curious alike. Featuring a cabinet of the world’s rarest unicorn whiskies, even the private reserve of whisky casks of provenance might be sighted by those in-the-know.
Botanica, a 48-seat restaurant led by Executive Chef Stephen Hsu, serves international comfort classics reimagined with Asian influences for the global palate. Light floods the tropical interiors by Moinard Bétaille, where indoor water reflections feature beneath imaginary jungle vines and a cluster of soft, pillow-like fungi stretch across the high ceilings. Ornamental glass screens and trellises add to an ambient space punctuated by climbing botanicals and sculptural works by Mexican artist Joel Escalona, creating a casual yet refined atmosphere.
Further elevating Galaxy Macau’s culinary stature, acclaimed Hong Kong chef Vicky Cheng will open an independent fine-dining restaurant within Capella at Galaxy Macau in 2026. The Michelin-starred chef and Krug Ambassador, whose Wing restaurant is ranked number three on the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 list, is set to present modern French cuisine shaped by his distinctive and adventurous culinary vision.
Francis Lui, Chairman of Galaxy Entertainment Group, concludes: “Capella at Galaxy Macau’s architecture, service, gastronomy, and residential privacy create a singular experience for our top percentile of VIP guests, one that sets a new reference point for hospitality in Macau and globally. Our design and operations teams have worked tirelessly to bring the vision for Capella at Galaxy Macau to life in close partnership with Capella Hotel Group. Together, we have crafted the most intimate, elevated, and personalised way to experience our global entertainment and leisure resort offering; creating a true sanctuary, where every stay unfolds as a bespoke retreat, shaped by design, culture, and service at the highest level.”
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About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort
Galaxy Macau, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the “Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World”. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau and Andaz Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.
As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the hottest shopping destination featuring the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. Spanning over 100,000-square-meter, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of labels are among the more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping journey; Galaxy Cinemas, immersive thrills and luxurious comfort go hand in hand at Galaxy Cinemas. All 10 theaters are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavours & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff.
Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.
Capella Hotel Group elevates hospitality through stewardship and artistry. From Singapore, our two luxury brands—Capella Hotels and Resorts and Patina Hotels & Resorts—transform heritage sites into living culture and conscious travel into meaningful connection. Recognised globally for excellence, we craft hospitality icons and embed care for people and place throughout our portfolio. www.capellahotelgroup.com
About Capella Hotels and Resorts
Capella Hotels and Resorts embodies excellence in the craft of hospitality. Our constellation spans Asia Pacific with future openings in the Middle East and Europe. Each property is a custodian of heritage, reflecting meticulous restoration and unseen artistry to offer experiences that illuminate travel. Auriga Spa, our signature wellness sanctuary inspired by lunar cycles, brings holistic wellbeing to each destination. Named Best Hotel Brand by Travel + Leisure for three consecutive years, Capella combines the highest levels of craftsmanship with personalised service to create bespoke luxury. Capella Hotels and Resorts is a proud member of GHA DISCOVERY. www.capellahotels.com
BEIJING, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A report from People’s Daily:
More than 300 robotics-related companies have gathered in Beijing’s Yizhuang Economic-Technological Development Area (BDA), forming an industrial chain valued at over 10 billion yuan. Why has Yizhuang become such a magnet for robotics firms?
Two notable competitions held in 2025 provide clues. In April, the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon took place in Yizhuang. Then in November, the inaugural China International Robotics Debate Competition finals were hosted there. One event tested physical prowess (“martial”), the other intellectual capabilities (“civil”).
Cai Jizheng, director of the Robotics and Intelligent Manufacturing Industry Bureau at BDA, framed these events less as competitions and more as scientific experiments and technical validations. He explained that humanoid robots integrate cutting-edge technologies like embodied intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and new materials. Their core development areas focus on the “brain” (perception, cognition, decision-making), the “cerebellum” (motion control), and the “body” (hardware structure). “We’ve adopted a strategy of hosting competitions almost every month,” Cai said, “to drive technological progress and concentrate talent through competition.”
While favorable policies are a primary draw for companies “voting with their feet,” access to real-world application scenarios is even more critical. In August 2025, Yizhuang released the “Ten Measures for Embodied Intelligence Robots,” offering substantial incentives such as 100 million yuan annually in “data vouchers,” “prototyping vouchers” to reduce costs, and subsidies for humanoid robot sales. These hard-hitting measures cover the entire industrial chain, from data and R&D to scenarios and sales.
Earlier that year, in February 2025, a unique “job posting” was announced by the robot “Tian Gong”: the “Beijing Yizhuang Nine Benchmark Robotics Application Scenarios Opportunity List.” This initiative formally opened Yizhuang’s urban resources, pledging to release opportunities for over 10,000 embodied intelligence robots worth nearly 5 billion yuan within two years, including more than 1,000 humanoid robots.
Director Cai emphasized that scenario access extends beyond the list. Using the Yizhuang New City as a testbed, BDA is implementing an embodied intelligence social experiment plan, allowing robots to learn in real-world environments. “We’ve already opened over 40 real-world settings like supermarkets, pharmacies, hotels, and warehouses,” Cai noted, “generating millions of high-quality datasets for autonomous embodied intelligence.”
Yizhuang’s ecosystem is rapidly maturing. It hosts Beijing’s sole “Human-like Robot Future Industry Incubation Base,” the city’s first “Robot Flexible Agile Manufacturing Platform,” and the initial “Humanoid Robot Pilot Verification Platform.” A 250,000-square-meter Beijing Robotics Industrial Park is under development, complemented by a 10-billion-yuan robotics industry fund. Efforts also include establishing embodied intelligence robot 4S stores. These platforms aim to aggregate essential resources and build a comprehensive ecosystem.
The area has essentially formed a complete industrial chain covering core components, whole-machine manufacturing, system integration, and scenario-based solutions. It has established a “1+6” industrial system centered on core components plus six types of robots: humanoid, industrial, specialized, medical, collaborative, and logistics robots.
Kong Lei, secretary of the BDA Working Committee, outlined ambitious goals: “We will continue to expand future industries like embodied intelligence.” By the end of 2027, Yizhuang aims to create at least 10 benchmark intelligent scenario complexes, deploy 100 specialized AI models, and attract 1,000 core companies to its AI industrial chain.
TAIPEI, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, partners with AMD to announce the Crimson Desert game bundle to enhance game value across a wide range of components and consumer products. Spanning graphics cards, select AMD Ryzen™ 9000X3D processors are paired with recommended GIGABYTE motherboards, as well as laptops and desktops. Together, GIGABYTE and AMD deliver a richer and more immersive gaming experience through cutting-edge hardware innovation.
GIGABYTE Partners with AMD to Enhance Game Value through Crimson Desert Bundle
GIGABYTE Radeon™ RX 9070 Series graphics cards are powered by the AMD RDNA™ 4 architecture with enhanced ray-tracing capabilities and AMD FSR™ “Redstone” technology, which boosts frame rates and reduces system latency delivering the horsepower needed for demanding gaming. Equipped with GIGABYTE’s WINDFORCE cooling system, including the Hawk fan design and server-grade thermal conductive gel, these GPUs maintain exceptional thermal efficiency for consistently optimized gameplay.
GIGABYTE motherboards, when paired with the AMD Ryzen™ 9000X3D processors, deliver maximum gaming performance through AMD 3D V-Cache™ technology to minimize memory latency. GIGABYTE amplifies this advantage with X3D Turbo Mode 2.0, an exclusive hardware-software innovation that applies real-time, adaptive performance tuning informed by extensive real-world data training. The result: the full performance potential of X3D processors, unlocked.
The partnership further extends to consumer products for gamers who prefer a complete system. GIGABYTE’s latest AI gaming laptop, AERO X16, is a Copilot+ PC powered by the AMD Ryzen™ AI 9 HX370 processor that delivers best-in-class CPU and NPU performance. Leverage with GIGABYTE’s exclusive AI agent, GiMATE, providing users with a smarter performance, productivity, and system control for everyday use. Designed for desktop gamers, the AORUS PRIME 5 gaming desktop is equipped with the AMD Ryzen™ 7 9700X processor, offering ultra-responsive gameplay and seamless multitasking, supported by GIGABYTE’s omni cooling design across the graphics card, processor, and chassis, along with comprehensive connectivity for true plug-and-play convenience.
Gamers who purchase eligible GIGABYTE graphics cards, laptops, desktops, or AMD Ryzen™ 9 and Ryzen™ 7 X3D processors with compatible motherboards between February 10th and April 25th can obtain a Crimson Desert redeem code for game activation until May 23rd. The game will officially launch on March 19, and please visit the campaign page for more details, eligibility, and participating products.
PARIS, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, is proud to announce the strategic acquisition of Lumi, a US-based company specializing in Workday integrations.
With a presence in 28 countries and a team of more than 2,500 professionals, HR Path is a trusted partner for businesses navigating the complexities of Human Resources. Specializing in advisory, implementation, and operational services, HR Path delivers cutting-edge solutions that enhance efficiency and drive growth. Since its founding in 2001, the company has remained committed to its mission of transforming HR practices worldwide.
Founded in 2017 by Chase Zollinger & Matt Dobbs, Lumi was created with the goal of offering Workday customers a superior consulting experience. Its mission centered on advocating for clients and ensuring they maximized the value of their Workday investment. Lumi quickly built a strong reputation across the United States by delivering affordable excellence and earning the trust of numerous clients across multiple industries.
This acquisition represents a significant milestone for HR Path, solidifying its position as a leader in the HR industry and expanding its presence in the U.S. Lumi’s specialized focus on Workday integration perfectly complements HR Path’s vision of driving organizational growth and excellence through strategic HR solutions.
“The acquisition of Lumi, a company renowned for its Workday expertise, is a strategic step that strengthens our ambition to be the global reference in HR transformation,” said François Boulet, Founding Partner at HR Path. “We are also very pleased to welcome two young partners whose arrival brings fresh energy and reinforces the entrepreneurial spirit of our group.”
“We are delighted to welcome the Lumi team, whose integration enhances our Workday capabilities in North America and further reinforces our presence in the region,” added Marie-Soleil Boucher, Partner at HR Path. “We look forward to offering Lumi’s clients the full range of services that HR Path already delivers worldwide.”
“We are very excited about this new chapter!” said Chase Zollinger, Co-Founder of Lumi. “This step opens new opportunities for our team and our clients. We will now be able to offer our clients an expanded range of services, access to a deeper talent pool, and the support of a global partner. It positions us for continued growth and success in the market. Lumi will remain committed to delivering exceptional service while accelerating and developing new possibilities within HR Path.”
Targets Commercial-Scale Production of AlN-Based Technologies
MORRISVILLE, N.C., Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HexaTech, Inc. announced today the immediate production release of its new 3-inch (76.2 mm) diameter single crystal aluminum nitride (AlN) substrate product. Three-inch diameter substrates are seen as a key transition milestone toward the realization of 100 mm diameter material, supporting future high-volume production of AlN-based high voltage and high frequency electronic devices. As the world’s leading commercial supplier of single crystal physical vapor transport (PVT)-grown AlN substrates, HexaTech is driving cutting-edge product performance coupled with production scale.
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“With this 3-inch launch, HexaTech continues to build on its history of delivering AlN material with industry-leading structural and surface quality, retaining the same macroscopic defect-free performance we have been producing for many years with our existing 2-inch platform,” remarked HexaTech Manager of Research and Development Dr. Rafael Dalmau.
Gregory Mills, HexaTech VP of Business Development noted, “HexaTech continues to drive increased value by delivering superior quality alongside reduced price per unit area to our customers. This accelerating trend will enable our customers to quickly transition from device research into production.”
“With our strategic focus on substrate diameter expansion, this launch is once again demonstrating HexaTech’s commitment to deliver our customers the market-leading AlN substrate solution,” commented HexaTech CEO John Goehrke.
HexaTech’s 2-inch and 3-inch diameter products are available now with standard lead times. For more information on HexaTech’s technology and products, please visit www.hexatechinc.com, or contact HexaTech at sales@hexatechinc.com.
About HexaTech
HexaTech, a wholly owned subsidiary of Stanley Electric, Tokyo, Japan, is an industry-leading manufacturer of single crystal aluminum nitride (AlN) substrates. This substrate material is enabling long life UV-C light emitting diodes (LEDs) for disinfection applications, deep UV lasers for biological threat detection, high voltage switching devices for efficient power conversion, and RF components for satellite communications.
Founded in 2001, the HexaTech team has successfully solved complex material science and engineering challenges to commercialize high quality bulk AlN for volume production. For additional company and product information, please visit us at www.hexatechinc.com.
About Stanley Electric
Stanley Electric is a global company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, that manufactures automotive equipment and electronic components with cutting-edge optical technologies. With manufacturing at its core, Stanley Electric invests in its group companies around the world to produce automotive lamps, LEDs (ultraviolet, visible, infrared) and other electronics. The company is contributing broadly to society by exploring the infinite possibilities of light and bringing its value to humankind. For more information about Stanley Electric, please visit www.stanley.co.jp/e/.
The Channel Company brings together PartnerDemand Services, Audienz, bChannels, and Lauchlan into a unified organization built for speed, scale, and coordination across modern partner ecosystems
NEEDHAM, Mass., Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Channel Company today unveiled Partner Ignite, a unified partner marketing brand that brings its agency services together under a single integrated operating model for technology vendors, distributors, and solution providers.
As technology innovation accelerates and partner ecosystems grow more complex, go-to-market teams face increasing pressure to move faster, coordinate across more stakeholders, and deliver consistent performance across regions and markets. These demands require a marketing model built for speed, alignment, and continuous optimization, including capabilities legacy agency structures were not designed to provide at scale.
Formerly known collectively as Agency Services from The Channel Company, the group has long supported technology vendors, solution providers, and distributors with strategy, creative execution, and partner program activation. Partner Ignite builds on that foundation, uniting these capabilities under one team that runs on AI infrastructure designed for how partner marketing works today.
Partner Ignite brings together decades of channel expertise, a modern AI‑driven operating foundation, and a clear focus on helping technology companies accelerate partner success with greater speed, insight, and consistency.
“As partner ecosystems grow more complex, vendors and solution providers need a marketing model designed for today, not one built for a previous era of the channel,” said Matthew Yorke, CEO of The Channel Company. “By bringing together the strengths of PartnerDemand Services, Audienz, bChannels, and Lauchlan into a single, cohesive organization, we’ve created a modern partner marketing engine. Partner Ignite delivers what the ecosystem now requires: scale, expertise, and predictable performance.”
Partner Ignite spans the full spectrum of partner marketing services, from strategy and narrative development to creative production, program execution, and performance optimization. Senior channel experts lead the organization, while an integrated AI foundation accelerates planning, insight, and execution across global partner ecosystems.
“We unified these capabilities to deliver something greater than the sum of their parts,” said Jade Surrette, President of Partner Ignite. “By embedding AI into every stage of how we plan, create, execute, and optimize, we help vendors and partners activate programs faster, gain earlier visibility into performance, and execute more consistently, while keeping human expertise and strategic direction at the center.”
This brand evolution reinforces The Channel Company’s broader commitment to supporting technology ecosystems through marketing services, communities, media, events, consulting, research, and enablement solutions.
About Partner Ignite
Partner Ignite delivers expert‑led, AI‑powered partner marketing services within The Channel Company. Built from the unification of PartnerDemand Services, Audienz, bChannels, and Lauchlan, Partner Ignite serves as the company’s dedicated marketing services organization. The team embeds AI as core infrastructure to help technology vendors and solution providers grow through stronger partnerships. Backed by more than 50 years of channel expertise, Partner Ignite delivers strategy, creative development, demand generation, project execution, enablement, and performance optimization — scaling insight and execution while keeping human ingenuity at the center.
About The Channel Company:
The Channel Company (TCC) is the global leader in channel growth for the world’s top technology brands. We accelerate success across strategic channels for tech vendors, solution providers, and end users with premier media brands, integrated marketing and event services, strategic consulting, and exclusive market and audience insights. TCC is a portfolio company of investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital, a New York City-based private equity firm. For more information, visit thechannelco.com.
About EagleTree Capital:
EagleTree Capital is a leading New York-based middle-market private equity firm, with $4.8 billion of assets under management, that has completed 45+ private equity investments and over 100 add-on transactions over the past 20+ years. EagleTree primarily invests in North America in the following sectors: business services, consumer, and specialty industrial. For more information, visit www.eagletree.com or find EagleTree on LinkedIn.
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor.
NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2026 /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.
Boyd Group Services to Ring Opening Bell
Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on February 10th
Equities are little changed in extended trading hours Tuesday morning after the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record on Monday.
Resolve AI recently announced a $125 million Series A round of funding, elevating it to unicorn status.
Chairman and CEO of Abacus Global Management, Jay Jackson, sat down with Lance Glinn on the Inside the ICE House podcast to celebrate its recent transfer to the NYSE.
Canada-based Boyd Group Services at the NYSE to ring the opening bell.
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Opening Bell Boyd Group Services Inc (NYSE: BGSI) celebrates its recent listing
Closing Bell Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: APH) celebrates its 35th Anniversary of Listing
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