LONDON, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nscale Limited, the full-stack AI cloud platform, today announced the appointment of Amy Banse, a seasoned corporate executive and veteran board director, to its Board of Directors. Banse will also serve as Chair of the Compensation Committee.

Banse brings over 30 years of corporate strategy, investment, and governance experience to Nscale. She currently serves on the boards of Adobe, Lennar Corporation, and On Holding AG, and previously served on the board of The Clorox Company. She has also served on the boards of several high-growth start-ups and pre-IPO companies, including Nextdoor, Anchor, and Quantifind.

"As we scale, the quality of our governance matters as much as the quality of our infrastructure. Amy has spent her career on the boards of some of the world's best-run companies and she brings substantial experience to Nscale at a pivotal moment," said Josh Payne, Founder and CEO of Nscale.

Throughout her career, Banse has held numerous board leadership roles, including serving as Chair of the Compensation Committee at Adobe, as well as on the compensation committees of On Holding AG and Clorox. Banse previously served as Executive Vice President at Comcast Corporation and Managing Director and Head of Funds at Comcast Ventures.

"AI is the cornerstone of the next economy, and Nscale is uniquely positioned to be one of the handful of companies that shape that future," said Banse. "I am impressed by both Nscale's extraordinary growth and the ambition that Josh and his team possess. Every person I have met across the organization has impressed me with their shared vision for building a true vertical AI cloud platform."

About Nscale

Nscale Limited (Nscale) is a full-stack AI cloud platform. We bring together software, compute, and power in a vertically integrated offering – from a unified cloud platform for running AI training and inference, to the data centers and low-cost power that make it possible. Our mission is to build the engine of superintelligence and enhance access to the benefits of advanced AI for enterprises, governments, and the communities that depend on them.

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Study uses lessons learned from a school that achieved twice the national average in academic growth in a school year

BOSTON, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- NWEA, a K-12 assessment and research organization, released today a new research brief that offers a closer look at what it takes to translate strong instructional practices into meaningful improvements for students.

The study, "The Power of Connectedness: A Case for a Coherent Instruction System for Reading and Science Improvement," examines the instructional practices behind strong academic growth at one elementary school in Texas. During the 2024–25 school year, students at the school achieved nearly twice the national average in academic growth in both reading and science. Researchers found that the school's success was not driven by a single initiative, but by several interconnected components working together as a coherent instructional system:

- Shared instructional vision: provided the foundation for instructional improvement by reducing ambiguity about what strong instruction looks like across classrooms.

- Aligned professional learning: transforming the instructional vision from a set of expectations into a learnable set of practices, giving teachers regular opportunities to plan, rehearse, and refine lessons together.

- Regular coaching and feedback: Consistent observations, coaching, and feedback reinforced professional learning and helped close the loop between instructional vision and classroom practice.

"Each of these practices is valuable on its own, but the real power came from how they worked together to accelerate student learning," said Dr. Susan Kowalski, Lead Research Scientist at NWEA. "None of the individual components is new. What distinguishes this case is the intentional alignment among them: a shared vision for instruction, professional learning tied directly to that vision, and ongoing coaching and feedback, sustained through consistent instructional leadership across levels."

The school for the study was identified using national MAP Growth data. It serves a high-poverty student population, high percentages of Black and Hispanic students, and many emergent multilingual students, while also experiencing high teacher turnover. Given the exceptional academic growth, the school was a bright spot in the data. NWEA researchers conducted interviews with district and school leaders, as well as teachers, to understand what practices and instructional routines contributed to the school's outcomes.

The findings are especially relevant for districts working to improve instructional consistency amid staffing challenges, including high teacher turnover and a largely novice or early-career workforce. Rather than relying on individual veteran teachers or stand-alone initiatives, the school built a system designed to continuously strengthen instructional practice across classrooms.

That system was reinforced through a regular cadence of professional learning and coaching. Teachers participated in weekly 90-minute curriculum-based professional learning sessions where they unpacked curriculum content, practiced instructional strategies, anticipated student thinking, and received feedback from peers and leaders before teaching. School leaders also conducted frequent classroom walkthroughs — in some cases as many as 14 in a week — followed by targeted coaching and feedback.

Together, these structures helped create consistency between what teachers were expected to do, how they were supported in doing it, and how their practice was continuously refined.

Given the practical implications of this study, NWEA also released two supplemental guides to support other districts and schools interested in following this example:

- Recipe for results: A district leader's guide to curriculum-based professional learning

- Teacher's guide to classroom practices that accelerate reading and science growth

This study is a follow-up to the 2025 research brief titled "Integrating Literacy and Science: A Powerful Partnership for Student Success," which explored the connection between literacy and science instruction, documenting the benefits of an integrated instructional approach at the elementary level.

Read the full research brief: https://www.nwea.org/research/publication/the-power-of-connectedness-a-case-for-a-coherent-instructional-system-for-reading-and-science-improvement/

About NWEA

NWEA®, a division of HMH, supports educators worldwide by providing responsive, evidence-based assessment solutions that illuminate learning needs and fuel student growth. For more than 40 years, NWEA has developed innovative pre-K–12 assessments, including its flagship assessment – MAP Growth – and professional learning that helps educators strengthen their practice and improve student outcomes. As part of its commitment to bring valuable insights to the education community, NWEA engages in research that examines issues that shed light on inequities and other barriers to academic opportunities. Visit NWEA.org to find out how NWEA partners to help all kids learn.

Contact: Simona Beattie, Communications Director, [email protected] or 971.361.9526

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TradeInn accelerates its logistics to reach €1.5 billion in revenue with major expansion in 2026

GIRONA, Spain, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Online sports equipment retailer TradeInn has announced a major transformation of its operational centre in Celrà. With this initiative, the company is significantly increasing its logistics capacity following almost a decade of technological innovations applied to order fulfilment. This milestone is key to addressing the strategic challenge of reaching €1.5 billion in revenue in the coming years.

Founded in Girona, TradeInn has established itself as one of the leading international e-commerce giants. The company currently operates through multiple specialist stores focused on different sports disciplines, such as Trekkinn, Bikeinn and Runnerinn, selling in more than 190 countries, with over 80% of its revenue generated outside the Spanish market. The expansion of its logistics headquarters will enable the company to support this rapid pace of international sales, ensuring the efficient delivery of a dynamic catalogue that already exceeds 3 million products.

The logistics evolution underpinning this business model has been developed in four major stages:

2017, first milestone. Introduction of the first automatic packaging machine and a carrier-based sorting system (sorter), increasing processing capacity from 300 to 1,000 packages per hour.

2019, second milestone. Addition of a second automated packaging line, doubling the centre's throughput to 2,000 packages per hour.

2021, third milestone. Implementation of a pocket sorter system to process single-item and multi-item orders simultaneously. This tripled goods handling capacity from 2,000 to 6,000 units per hour and required the facility to be expanded from 12,000 m² to 24,000 m².

2026, fourth milestone. TradeInn is undertaking a comprehensive expansion. The logistics centre is increasing its floor space and storage capacity to 50,000 m² and installing 195 racks, each 60 metres long and 12 metres high, capable of holding up to €170 million worth of stock available for immediate shipment.

In terms of goods processing, the centre is adding 20 induction stations capable of handling 16,000 units per hour, two new packaging machines (bringing the total to four), and a multi-format case packer, reaching an operational dispatch capacity of 6,000 orders per hour.

Finally, in terms of sorting and distribution, the company is expanding the pocket sorter for high-turnover products and adding a new outbound sorter with the capacity to sort 7,500 packages per hour.

Thanks to this logistics engineering deployment, TradeInn is ensuring a constant flow of outbound shipments and strengthening its technical competitiveness in order to maintain a strong position within global e-commerce.

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The leader who grew ISSA from $10 million to nearly $80 million in revenue returns to help students turn passion into opportunity and give the industry the job-ready talent it needs

PHOENIX, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), a global leader in fitness and wellness education, today announced that Andrew Wyant will return as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Wyant, who led ISSA from February 2018 to April 2024, and continues to serve on its board of directors, succeeds Warren Heffelfinger.

Under Wyant's previous leadership, ISSA grew from roughly $10 million to nearly $80 million in annual revenue. Wyant brings 15 years of experience in fitness certification and workforce development to his return. He previously led the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), gaining recognition as an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

"Every week, someone decides to bet on themselves with ISSA. They trust us with their time, money, and future and it pays off," said Wyant. "Our job is to get them across the finish line and into the work they love. I'm coming back because I believe ISSA can help start and build fitness careers better than anyone."

Wyant returns as demand for fitness professionals reaches record levels. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics counts 388,400 fitness trainers and instructors in the United States and projects employment to grow 7% from 2025 to 2035, much faster than the average for all occupations, with about 68,000 openings each year. More than half (55%) work in fitness and recreational sports centers, and 15% are self-employed. Member demand is driving the growth: a record 81 million Americans belonged to a fitness facility in 2025, up 5.2% from the year before, according to the Health & Fitness Association.

Employers say the harder problem is finding trainers who are ready to work on day one. In ISSA's 2026 Fitness Hiring Report, gym operators said new trainers most often lack client acquisition, client retention and sales skills, regardless of which certification they hold. Filling a trainer role frequently takes two to four weeks or more, and 94% of ISSA's gym partners said they would use a platform that delivers pre-vetted, job-ready trainers. The shortfall shows up at named employers: Anytime Fitness reports a deficit of roughly 1,300 coaches across its U.S. locations, Snap Fitness is seeking 4,000 additional trainers globally, and Equinox plans to hire more than 500 new coaches over five years.

"Gym owners tell us they need trainers who can sign a client, keep that client, and grow a business from their first week on the floor," Wyant said. "That is what job-ready means. Every trainer we prepare makes a gym stronger, and every gym that hires from ISSA creates opportunities for the next graduate. We are going to build every part of the ISSA experience around that."

Wyant's priorities follow ISSA's promise to deliver the certification, the skills, and the connections that build careers, from the first lesson to the first paying client. His priorities include:

- Finishing and passing. Helping more students complete their coursework and pass their certification exams, with clearer milestones and support along the way. In 2025, ISSA was #1 globally with 35,293 new certified personal trainers, up 12.8% from the 31,298 certified in 2024.

- Getting job-ready. Teaching the skills employers say new trainers are missing, including how to find clients, keep them, and build a book of business, alongside the exercise science every trainer needs. Every ISSA Certified Personal Trainer student can also take the NCCA-accredited exam offered through NCCPT, an ISSA subsidiary.

- Getting hired. Strengthening the path from certification to employment through ISSA's job guarantee, Career Connect and its network of fitness employers. ISSA Career Connect links more than 49,000 ISSA-certified coaches with more than 23,000 hiring gyms worldwide, and ISSA's job guarantee refunds eligible CPT and Yoga 200 students who complete their program and are not hired within six months.

- Practical learning for the AI era. Building on ISSA's practical, open-book approach, graduates learn the way professionals actually work today, including how to use AI tools well on behalf of their clients.

"Our students are entering a profession where answers are everywhere, and trust is earned face to face," Wyant added. "The coach who can apply knowledge, read a client and build a relationship will win. That's who ISSA trains, and that's the standard we are held to."

Wyant will spend his first weeks meeting with ISSA's teams, students, graduates and employer partners.

About International Sports Sciences Association

International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) is the world's most connected fitness and wellness ecosystem. Since 1988, ISSA has gone beyond traditional certification to build the industry's career operating system, giving professionals the skills, confidence, and connections to build meaningful futures, while providing operators with the trusted, work-ready talent they need to grow. Guided by the truth that when professionals succeed, operators succeed, ISSA turns passion into opportunity. Its premier workforce platform, Career Connect, bridges a global community of over one million students across 176 countries with more than 23,000 global partner locations. ISSA aims to connect 100 million people to healthy living by 2030.

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Prophix® Announces Strategic Collaboration with PwC Belgium to Transform the Finance Function

The relationship enables Prophix and PwC clients to automate and scale their finance functions across budgeting and planning; reporting; and consolidation and close.

TORONTO, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Prophix®, a global leader in financial performance management, today announced a strategic relationship with PwC Belgium that will empower companies to transform and elevate their finance functions.

In today's competitive landscape, organisations demand more than compliance, they seek actionable insights, seamless automation, and reliable data to confidently drive their business forward.

Together, Prophix and PwC will help companies plan, automate and scale by providing the right solutions, services, and the autonomous platform that support:

- Budgeting and Planning: Budgets are no longer a burden. Enhance budget accuracy, reduce risks, and leverage automation to boost business user adoption.

- Reporting and Analysis: Create comprehensive, easy-to-understand dashboards with just a few clicks, providing clear insights into company performance.

- Workflow and Automation: Automate repetitive tasks and build end-to-end workflows to save time and ensure reliable reporting.

- Consolidation and Close: Accelerate close cycles, improve data quality, enhance analytical capabilities, unify data sources, and gain full control over your processes.

This synergy ensures that clients receive the best possible advice and solution for their specific needs.

"Our relationship with Prophix brings together technology and finance expertise to help clients plan smarter, automate better, and make decisions with confidence," said Geert Schellekens, Partner, PwC Belgium.

"Effective Autonomous finance requires a human-in-the-loop approach that combines trusted data and AI with leading advisors who understand the business behind the numbers. Together, Prophix and the PwC Belgium team brings these pieces together. I'm proud to see this collaboration take shape and see the value that we will provide for our customers," explained Alok Ajmera, CEO of Prophix.

About PwC

At PwC, we help clients build trust and reinvent so they can turn complexity into competitive advantage. We're a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 364,000 people in 136 countries and 137 territories. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting we help build, accelerate and sustain momentum. Find out more at www.pwc.com.

PwC refers to the PwC network and/or one or more of its member firms, each of which is a separate legal entity. Please see www.pwc.com/structure for further details.

About Prophix

Prophix® is a global leader in financial performance management, empowering finance teams to lead with clarity, capacity, and confidence. From planning and budgeting to forecasting, reporting, reconciliation, and consolidation, Prophix brings it all together in one intelligent platform.

Prophix One™, the flagship Autonomous Finance Platform, combines AI, automation, and intuitive technology to simplify complex work and elevate finance to a more strategic role. By automating routine tasks, delivering predictive insights, and enabling real-time collaboration, Prophix empowers finance teams to focus on driving business growth.

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Local cuisine emerges as the region's strongest dining force, as traditional restaurant settings give way to fluid, social spaces.

SINGAPORE, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International has unveiled Future of Food 2027, its latest report exploring food and beverage trends across Asia Pacific excluding China. Drawing on conversations with leading chefs, hospitality experts and regional influencers, alongside insights from Marriott International properties across the region, the report reveals a pivotal transformation: the rise of place. As dining breaks free from traditional restaurant boundaries into fluid, social formats, diners increasingly seek experiences that are hyper-local, authentic and deeply connected to their destination.

Across Asia Pacific excluding China, diners are increasingly seeking authenticity and connection. Demand for authentic local signature dishes is surging, with 95% of surveyed properties identifying this as the biggest trend in their market. At the same time, dining is no longer confined to the traditional restaurant setting. Guests are gathering across bars, lounges, counters and flexible spaces, turning hotels into social and cultural hubs where guests move fluidly throughout the day. The result is a new era of dining where the story behind what people eat and where they eat matters more than ever.

"Across Asia Pacific, we're witnessing a shift toward intimate, locally-rooted experiences, where smaller, intentional spaces replace traditional formal dining models," said Petr Raba, Vice President of Food & Beverage, Marriott International, Asia Pacific excluding China. "Hotels are becoming cultural storytellers, embedding regional talent, locally sourced ingredients and authentic connection into every aspect of the dining experience to create spaces that feel distinctly of their place."

Key Trends Shaping the Future of Food

- The Spatial Shift

Dining is moving beyond the traditional restaurant model as guests increasingly lean toward more flexible, social and experience-led spaces. Across Asia Pacific excluding China, nearly half of the surveyed properties report a growing demand for casual venues such as lounges, bars and outdoor settings, while emerging concepts are embracing intimate 40 to 60-seat footprints with distinct identities. In Vietnam, 71% of surveyed properties report growth in bar and lounge dining, reflecting the growing appeal of more fluid dining experiences. An invisible layer of technology is supporting this shift, with AI enhancing everything from menu development and marketing to staffing and guest insights, allowing teams to focus on delivering more personalized hospitality. 100% of restaurants and bars surveyed in Thailand are already using AI in their operations.

- The Local Advantage 

Local cuisine has become the defining force shaping dining decisions across the region. Demand for authentic local signature dishes is now the strongest trend identified by 95% of the surveyed properties and outweighing value for money when guests choose where to dine. Hotels are responding by building menus around ingredients and stories rooted in their destinations. At Hearth at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, for example, a signature dish featuring local Wagin duck showcases Western Australia's produce while reflecting the restaurant's seasonal, locally driven philosophy. Over the past year, four in five properties have introduced new local ingredients from Kyoto vegetables in Japan to Kampot sea salt in Cambodia-inspired menus and indigenous spices across Southeast Asia, while nearly three-quarters report local ingredients appearing more frequently in beverage menus. This trend is particularly pronounced in India and Indonesia, where demand for local signature cuisine reaches 71% and 67% respectively, highlighting a growing desire for dining experiences that tell the story of a destination.

- 99-Minute Fine Dining 

Fine dining is undergoing a temporal revolution with up to five memorable courses delivered in under two hours, replacing four-hour tasting menus with ten-plus courses. Across the region, 58% of properties report that the average fine dining experiences last between 1.5 and 2 hours. Singapore has emerged as one of the region's fastest-paced fine dining markets with 85% of restaurants reporting an average time of 1.5 hours. Restaurants are adapting by simplifying menus, introducing more a la carte options and focusing on standout moments over the number of courses. In South Korea, one in five establishments have already reduced the number of courses served, while 30% of fine-dining restaurants in the Philippines have introduced a la carte menus. Australia sees both fewer courses and shorter service times, with the conversation shifting toward "wow moments" rather than course quantity.

Additional Report Highlights:

- Eat Well, Eating Your Age: Wellness has become a core dining consideration, with ingredients rooted in Asia Pacific's rich food traditions finding renewed relevance among modern travelers. Today, 97% of surveyed Marriott International properties in Asia Pacific excluding China serve dishes associated with health and longevity, while wellness increasingly extends beyond the plate to healthier mini-bars and wellness-focused turndown experiences.

- The Modern Menu: Across Asia Pacific, menus are becoming more expressive and multi-sensory, with texture rising alongside flavor as a defining element of the dining experience. At the same time, plant-forward dining is accelerating, prompting Marriott International to introduce its APEC Plant-Forward Program across the region in 2027, making it one of the first major global hotel groups to integrate plant-forward dining into its operational foundation permanently.

- Alcohol Alternatives: The low- and no-alcohol movement has evolved from niche trend to hospitality mainstay, with 42% of Marriott International restaurants and bars surveyed in Asia Pacific excluding China reporting increased sales of non-alcoholic beverages. From premium spirits to alcohol-free pairings, guests are increasingly seeking sophisticated alternatives without compromise.

Looking Ahead

Asia Pacific's F&B landscape is fundamentally shifting toward authenticity and intentionality. Hotels and restaurants thriving in 2027 are those that understand their place deeply - its ingredients, culture, people and design experiences around that foundation. They are creating smaller, more distinctive spaces where technology elevates genuine hospitality, while telling stories that connect guests emotionally to destination and cuisine. The result is a regional dining scene that feels less like a global template adaptation and more like a collection of distinctive, culturally rooted experiences.

Download the full Future of Food 2027 report here to explore the complete trends shaping Asia Pacific's culinary future.

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ABOUT MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL

Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of compelling brands across luxury, premium, select, midscale, extended stay, and all-inclusive, with over 10,000 properties in 148 countries and territories, as of June 30, 2026. Marriott franchises, operates, and licenses hotel, residential, timeshare, yacht, outdoor, and other lodging products all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel platform. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on X and Instagram.

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MediaTek Showcases Global Wi-Fi 8 Leadership with Filogic 8800 at Network X 2026

Joint effort with Airoha Highlights Cross-Generation Interoperability, AI-Powered Energy Saving and Smart Network Diagnostics

HSINCHU, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MediaTek and its subsidiary Airoha Technology are jointly showcasing next-generation fixed and wireless broadband connectivity technologies, spanning Wi-Fi, 5G CPE and PON solutions for emerging AI applications and services, at Network X 2026. Having worked closely with the network communications industry ecosystem, MediaTek is one of the world's leading companies at the forefront of Wi-Fi 8 development and commercialization.

At Network X 2026, MediaTek is showcasing next-generation Enterprise-Grade Wi-Fi 8 technology leveraging the Filogic 8800, a high-performance tri-band flagship router platform designed for AI applications. Unlike previous approaches that focused solely on achieving the highest possible speed for a single device, the Wi-Fi 8 technologies showcased by MediaTek place greater emphasis on the connectivity experience in real-world network environments. Both home and enterprise networks must support the long-term coexistence of Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7 and the latest Wi-Fi 8 devices. Through cross-generation network optimization, AI-powered dynamic energy saving and smart network diagnostics, Filogic 8800 improves overall system throughput by up to nearly 100% while reducing system power consumption by 50%, even in environments where new and legacy devices are connected.

Filogic 8800 is shortlisted for the Network X Awards 2026 "Best Indoor Connectivity Solution," demonstrating MediaTek's achievement in transforming Wi-Fi 8 from a next-generation technology specification into an outstanding real-world network experience.

Partnering with the Global Network Communications Ecosystem to Pioneer a Seamless Wi-Fi 8 Transition

As Wi-Fi 7 gradually becomes an important foundation for enterprise and telecom-grade networks, market demand is also shifting beyond peak data rates toward overall system performance, reliability and interoperability among devices from different generations. Since most home and enterprise network environments cannot replace all existing devices overnight, Wi-Fi 5, 6, 7 and 8 devices will coexist on the same network for an extended period of time. As a result, the true value of Wi-Fi 8 lies not in pushing the speed limits of individual new devices, but in maximizing overall network efficiency, stability and user experience when multiple generations of devices connect simultaneously in real-world environments.

Building on its early investment in Wi-Fi 8 technology development and a system and product track record built through long-term, close collaboration with Taiwan's network communications ecosystem, MediaTek has extended its design innovations in Wi-Fi 8 to cross-generation interoperability and real-world commercial deployment. By translating technical specifications into tangible user experiences, MediaTek ensures that next-generation Wi-Fi 8 fully delivers on spectrum efficiency and network performance, even when operating alongside large numbers of legacy Wi-Fi 5/6/7 devices.

Alan Hsu, Corporate Vice President and General Manager of the Intelligent Connectivity Business Unit at MediaTek, said: "MediaTek is one of the global leaders at the forefront of Wi-Fi 8 technological innovation and commercialization, representing a new stage in connectivity that is more intelligent, reliable and efficient. We continue to strengthen our Wi-Fi platforms through cross-generation interoperability, AI-powered energy saving and AI smart network diagnostics, enabling devices across different generations to deliver a better connectivity experience. We work closely with Airoha to integrate product portfolios, and together with global ecosystem partners, we are accelerating the deployment of next-generation connectivity technologies and creating long-term value for telecom operators, enterprises and consumers."

Elevating Overall Network Performance Through Cross-Generation Interoperability

MediaTek DSO+ overcomes the limitations of conventional DSO when legacy clients occupy the Primary Subband, extending dynamic bandwidth allocation to heterogeneous networks. In mixed-generation test environments, overall system throughput can be improved by up to nearly 100%. MediaTek NPCA+ enables Wi-Fi 8 APs to dynamically switch the primary channel to avoid network congestion while maintaining full compatibility with Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 6 clients. In high-density environments with overlapping networks, network throughput can be improved by up to about 80%.

Driving Network Energy Efficiency and Operational Resilience with AI

MediaTek's AI-assisted power-saving technology dynamically adjusts transmission power based on user behavior and traffic patterns, reducing power consumption by 33% under typical workloads. By further disabling unused frequency bands, overall power consumption can be reduced by up to 50% while maintaining network performance. For the day-to-day operational requirements of telecom operators, AI smart network diagnostics can reduce MTTR (Mean Time to Repair) from approximately 2-4 hours to under one minute, while reducing field service truck rolls by 20%, helping operators improve network operational efficiency and reduce OPEX.

Exhibition: MediaTek + Airoha @ Booth K35

Network X 2026: 13-15 October 2026 @ Messe Wien, Vienna, Austria

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New CEO brings more than 25 years of experience across diagnostics, medical devices, and precision healthcare

SOUTH RIDING, Va., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Slone Partners, a nationwide executive search firm for life sciences and healthcare organizations, today announced the placement of Warren Cresswell as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Perspectum, an Oxford, England-based precision health company that delivers non-invasive solutions to accelerate drug development and improve patient outcomes in liver and cardiometabolic disease.

Warren Cresswell is a global life sciences executive with more than 25 years of experience across diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and laboratory services. He was previously President and CEO of Prometheus Laboratories, a Nestlé Health Science company, where he led the diagnostics business through a period of significant growth. He has built commercial and CLIA-certified laboratory infrastructure for FDA-cleared diagnostics in the United States, and most recently, while serving as CEO, he has led a precision oncology company.

"Warren brings an exceptional combination of global leadership experience, commercial expertise, and deep knowledge across diagnostics and precision health," said Leslie Loveless, CEO and Managing Partner at Slone Partners. "His proven ability to build and scale organizations will be tremendously valuable as Perspectum advances its innovative technologies and expands its impact on drug development and patient care. We are delighted to have helped bring Warren and the Perspectum team together."

"Warren's breadth of experience made him an outstanding fit for Perspectum at this important stage of the company's evolution," said Sona Stroud, Senior Partner at Slone Partners, who led the search. "He brings a unique combination of scientific and technology expertise with the commercial and operational leadership needed to translate innovation into meaningful clinical and business impact. It was a genuine pleasure working with Perspectum's highly accomplished and thoughtful board and with Warren, who is an exceptional leader and person. Bringing the two together made this search particularly rewarding, and I am incredibly excited to see what they accomplish."

"I am thrilled with the selection by the Board's search committee of Warren Cresswell to serve as Perspectum's next CEO. Warren has the leadership talent and experience that are the right match for Perspectum at this time in its growth and development. We are most enthusiastic to have him at the helm," said Dr. Michael Rosenblatt, Chairperson, Perspectum.

Warren holds a BA in Chemistry from California State University and an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh.

ABOUT SLONE PARTNERS

With a dedicated focus on the life sciences and healthcare industries, Slone Partners is a premier executive search and talent advisory firm with more than 25 years of success delivering visionary leaders and fractional talent who build and scale amazing organizations. With a nationwide presence and global reach, we specialize in discovering and placing innovative leaders, including world-class Board, C-Suite, and upper management professionals. To learn more about Slone Partners' value proposition and our many success stories, visit https://www.slonepartners.com or call 888.784.3422.

ABOUT PERSPECTUM

Perspectum is a global medical technology company developing advanced imaging solutions that support earlier diagnosis and more personalised care for patients with cardiometabolic conditions. Operating across the UK, EU, Asia, and USA, Perspectum combines biomedical science, clinical expertise and quantitative imaging analytics to help clinicians detect disease sooner and make more informed decisions about patient care. For additional information, please visit perspectum.com.

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MacGregor to equip four additional Skywalker-class CSOVs with motion-compensated cranes and gangways

MACGREGOR PRESS RELEASE 6 OCTOBER 2026 AT 9 AM CEST

The order builds on the proven performance, reliability and safety of MacGregor's motion-compensated cranes and gangways.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MacGregor has won an order from Nantong Rainbow Offshore & Engineering Equipment Co., Ltd to equip four Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) with three-dimensional motion-compensated cranes and Horizon gangway systems. The order is booked into MacGregor's fourth-quarter 2026 order intake.

The CSOVs are due for delivery from the yard to Integrated Wind Solutions ASA subsidiary IWS Fleet during 2029 and 2030.

"The selection of MacGregor's motion-compensated cranes and gangway systems reflects the strong technical fit between the equipment and the operational requirements of these CSOVs. Their proven performance and reliability, combined with MacGregor's offshore expertise, make them a valuable partner for this project. We are pleased to collaborate with MacGregor in delivering high-quality vessels for offshore wind operations," said Ms Shanshan Xu, SCM Director, Nantong Rainbow Offshore & Engineering Equipment Co., Ltd.

"Our motion-compensated cranes and gangway systems are integral to the performance, safety and reliability that have encouraged strong uptake of the Skywalker class. This repeat order reflects our team's competence and the close collaboration we have built with our partners," said Lucie Addicks, Executive Vice President, Offshore Solutions, MacGregor.

Following delivery, all equipment will be supported by MacGregor's global service network to ensure continued operation and uptime during critical offshore activities.

For further information, please contact:

Lucie Addicks, Executive Vice President, Offshore Solutions, MacGregor

Tel: +47 40201535, Email: [email protected] 

Karolina Hogga, Marketing and Communications Manager, MacGregor

Tel: +47 95207012, Email: [email protected] 

About MacGregor

MacGregor enables sustainable global maritime and offshore operations by maximising efficiency in cargo and load handling. With decades of experience, a global presence, and a strong portfolio of innovative technologies and services, MacGregor creates lifetime value to its customers. MacGregor solutions are designed to perform with the sea, helping customers enhance safety, reduce environmental impact, and optimise operational efficiency from newbuilding to upgrades and modernisations. In 2025, MacGregor's sales totalled approximately EUR 830 million, and it employs about 2,000 people in 30 countries.

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Konica Minolta Launches SpectraMagic™ CMS

Transform Colour Formulation and Matching

NIEUWEGEIN, Netherlands, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Konica Minolta, Inc. (Konica Minolta) is pleased to announce the global launch of SpectraMagic™ CMS, a powerful colour matching software solution designed to help manufacturers achieve faster, more accurate and more cost-effective colour formulation and correction.

Developed for plastics, paints, coatings and other colour-critical industries, SpectraMagic™ CMS combines advanced formulation and batch correction capabilities within a single intuitive platform. By reducing reliance on manual trial-and-error processes, the software helps users improve first-shot accuracy, minimise material waste and increase overall productivity.

SpectraMagic™ CMS features advanced colour matching algorithms, simultaneous colour and opacity calculations, and intelligent batch correction based on real pigment performance data. By leveraging insights from laboratory and production samples, the software continuously enhances matching accuracy and helps manufacturers achieve greater colour consistency across batches, production lines and manufacturing sites.

Seamlessly integrating with Konica Minolta's spectrophotometers and SpectraMagic™ NX2 quality control software, SpectraMagic™ CMS creates a connected workflow from measurement and quality control through to formulation and reporting. To support customers throughout their colour management journey, Konica Minolta also provides access to its dedicated Colour Help Desk and global network of application specialists.

With SpectraMagic™ CMS, organisations can achieve greater precision, efficiency and confidence in colour, while simplifying complex formulation processes and improving operational performance.

Konica Minolta will play its role as a leading company in the colour measurement market by utilising computer colour matching technology to contribute to improving customer quality and business operations.

About Konica Minolta Sensing Europe B.V.

Konica Minolta Sensing Europe B.V., part of the Industrial Business division of Konica Minolta, Inc. Japan, is a leading provider of measurement solutions for applications in the fields of Colour & Appearance and Light Measurement. Derived from our state-of-the-art optical and image processing technologies, our measuring solutions help improve quality control and support R&D in a diverse range of industries.

Our colour management solutions are essential for Quality Assurance in industries such as Automotive, Plastics, Food, Pharmaceutics, Cosmetics, and more.

Together with the group company Instrument Systems and Radiant product line, Konica Minolta Sensing offers cutting edge technology in the field of Light and Display measurement to the ITC, Automotive and Lighting industry, microLED, AR/VR, etc.

With the strength of the group companies Eines Vision Systems, and Specim, the portfolio of visual inspection has increased to include AI and automation technology, and hyperspectral imaging technology to measure the invisible.

Contact

Ewald Rath

Colour & Appearance Technology Manager EMEA

[email protected]

SOURCE Konica Minolta Sensing Europe B.V.

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