Report from Arthur D. Little Finds Global CEOs Ready to Embrace Geopolitical and Technology Changes

 LONDON - Wednesday, 09. April 2025 AETOSWire

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Despite geopolitical upheavals and the current market turmoil, CEOs of the world’s largest companies have already invested heavily to adapt to the changes created by such global shifts, and the introduction of new technologies—most notably AI. At the same time, there is an increased need to boost productivity in line with expectations, and align strategic planning more closely with extreme scenarios.

These are the headline findings of the largest ever annual Arthur D. Little (ADL) CEO Insights Study, which uniquely combines a survey of global CEOs with ADL’s recommendations for action.

AI is being used more in everyday life and is already making a measurable contribution to increasing productivity. However, CEOs are aware that further action is needed: only 29% now have a holistic, embedded AI strategy in place. This means that the majority have not yet used AI specifically where the greatest levers for growth can be expected: in the development of new business models and an increase in productivity. As it is, very few companies actually achieve the annual productivity increases of 8% they anticipate – in reality, an increase of only around 4% is being achieved.

Francesco Marsella, Managing Partner and Global Leader of the Growth and Transformation Practices at Arthur D. Little, comments: “The third edition of our global study shows that CEOs are ready for the unexpected, with mindsets that see change as an opportunity rather than a threat. CEOs feel well-positioned to not just cope with geopolitical and technology uncertainty, but to thrive and grow.”

Ignacio García Alves, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Arthur D. Little, comments: “Over the last three years our study shows a step-change in how the CEOs of the world’s largest companies operate. While they continue to have long-term goals, they are proactively adapting to a volatile world, confident in their ability to navigate whatever the future holds.”

The Arthur D. Little 2025 CEO Insights Study interviewed 309 global CEOs leading companies with a turnover of more than $1 billion, split between key industries and geographies.

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NetApp Partners With Google Cloud to Simplify Scaling High-Performance Workloads in the Cloud

SAN JOSE, Calif. - Wednesday, 09. April 2025

New features for Google Cloud NetApp Volumes improve support for large workloads, including Vertex AI


(BUSINESS WIRE)--NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), the intelligent data infrastructure company, and Google Cloud today announced new capabilities for Google Cloud NetApp Volumes, a fully managed file storage service, that reduce complexity and increase performance for cloud storage workloads, while fully integrating into the Google Cloud service ecosystem. Customers will be able to effortlessly scale high-performance enterprise apps and databases, including workloads with petabyte-scale datasets, such as electronic design automation (EDA), AI applications, and content data repositories.

As businesses navigate the era of intelligence, managing data across on-premises systems and the cloud is a critical capability. Intelligent data infrastructure breaks down silos and enables seamless, real-time integration across hybrid-cloud environments, turning raw data into actionable insights. By collaborating with Google Cloud, NetApp is empowering businesses to harness the power of AI, driving greater agility and innovation at scale.

“For many organizations, the cloud is the fastest and simplest path to using AI to uncover data-driven insights,” said Pravjit Tiwana, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Cloud Storage at NetApp. "Our collaboration with Google Cloud is accelerating generative AI data pipelines by seamlessly integrating the latest AI innovations with the robust data management capabilities of NetApp ONTAP®. The new capabilities of NetApp Volumes help customers scale their cloud storage to meet the demands of the modern, high-performance applications and datasets that drive meaningful business outcomes.”

Google Cloud and NetApp are introducing new capabilities in NetApp Volumes to enhance the scalability and performance of enterprise applications and databases with new capabilities including:

    Integration with Google Cloud’s Vertex AI Platform: Customers will soon be able to use their data stored in NetApp Volumes directly in the Vertex AI platform. By leveraging the broader capabilities of Vertex AI, customers will be able to build custom agents without needing to build their own solutions to manage data pipelines for retrieval augmented generation (RAG) applications.
    Improvements for Premium and Extreme Service Levels: Performance improvements to Google Cloud NetApp Volumes large capacity volumes are now generally available in all 14 regions where the Premium and Extreme service levels are offered. With these improvements to large capacity volumes, customers can provision a single volume starting at 15TiB that can be scaled up to 1PiB with up to 30 GiB/s of throughput, allowing customers to move petabyte-scale datasets for large workloads like EDA, AI applications, and content data repositories to NetApp Volumes without partitioning data across multiple volumes.
    Improvements for Flex Service Level: Customers can now preview independent scaling of capacity and performance to avoid overprovisioning of capacity to meet their performance needs with the NetApp Volumes Flex service level. This will enable users to create storage pools by individually selecting capacity, throughput and IOPS with the ability to scale throughput up to 5 GiB/s and IOPS up to 160K to right-size their storage and optimize costs.
    Google Cloud Assured Workloads Onboarding: NetApp Volumes will soon support the Assured Workloads framework that Google Cloud customers use to easily configure and maintain controlled environments that operate within the parameters of a specific compliance regime. Customers using NetApp Volumes under Assured Workloads will meet the data residency, transparent access control, and cloud key management solution compliance requirements specific to their region.

“Simplified access to AI is a democratizing force enabling organizations to leverage their most critical asset—data—for a competitive edge,” said Sameet Agarwal, vice president and general manager, Google’s Cloud Storage. “Organizations can leverage their NetApp ONTAP on-premises data and hybrid cloud environments. By combining the capabilities of Google Cloud’s Vertex AI platform with Google Cloud NetApp Volumes, we’re delivering a powerful solution to help customers accelerate digital transformation and position themselves for long-term success.”

To learn more about Google Cloud NetApp Volumes, visit the NetApp booth #3130 at Google Cloud Next 25, April 9-11 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.

Statements by NetApp about unreleased offerings and future plans are for informational purposes only, are subject to change without notice, and should not be relied upon for purchasing or other decisions. Such statements do not constitute a commitment, obligation, guarantee, or warranty of any kind by NetApp, including about availability, functionality, pricing, or timing.

Additional Resources

    Unlock the Next Level with Google Cloud NetApp Volumes
    Google Cloud NetApp Volumes
    NetApp Wins 2025 Google Cloud Infrastructure Modernization Partner of the Year for Storage

About NetApp

NetApp is the intelligent data infrastructure company, combining unified data storage, integrated data, operational and workload services to turn a world of disruption into opportunity for every customer. NetApp creates silo-free infrastructure, harnessing observability and AI to enable the industry’s best data management. As the only enterprise-grade storage service natively embedded in the world’s biggest clouds, our data storage delivers seamless flexibility. In addition, our data services create a data advantage through superior cyber resilience, governance, and application agility. Our operational and workload services provide continuous optimization of performance and efficiency for infrastructure and workloads through observability and AI. No matter the data type, workload, or environment, with NetApp you can transform your data infrastructure to realize your business possibilities. Learn more at www.netapp.com or follow us on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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NetApp Wins 2025 Google Cloud Infrastructure Modernization Partner of the Year for Storage

 

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(BUSINESS WIRE)--NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), the intelligent data infrastructure company, today announced that it has received the 2025 Google Cloud Infrastructure Modernization Partner of the Year for Storage award.

NetApp is being recognized for its achievements in the Google Cloud ecosystem, helping joint customers accelerate cloud workloads with intelligent data infrastructure and bring AI to their data with NetApp and Google Cloud.

"Google Cloud’s Partner Awards recognize partners who have created outsized value for customers through the delivery of innovative solutions and a high level of expertise,” said Kevin Ichhpurani, President, Global Partner Ecosystem, Google Cloud. "We're proud to announce NetApp as a 2025 Google Cloud Partner Award winner and celebrate their impact enabling customer success over the past year."

The Google Cloud Infrastructure Modernization Partner of the Year for Storage award recognizes partners that have helped their customers modernize their infrastructure by leveraging Google Cloud's innovative solutions, resulting in increased agility, scalability, and cost-efficiency. Due to NetApp’s partnership with Google Cloud and products such as Google Cloud NetApp Volumes, joint customers are able to more easily adopt an intelligent data infrastructure to meet the needs of modern workloads and prepare for the future.

“NetApp’s recognition as a Google Cloud Partner of the Year for first-party cloud storage highlights our leadership in delivering cutting-edge data solutions for AI and modernization of enterprise workloads such as virtualization, databases, and EDA in the cloud,” said Pravjit Tiwana, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Cloud Storage at NetApp. “As enterprises scale AI workloads, our frictionless, highly secure, and high-performance storage empowers them to unlock the full potential of their data with efficiency, security, and speed."

This recognition marks another significant milestone in NetApp’s successful partnership with Google Cloud, building on three previous Google Cloud Technology Partner of the Year Awards in the last two years. Earlier this year, NetApp achieved the Google Cloud Ready – Regulated & Sovereignty Solutions Designation, demonstrating NetApp’s ability to help organizations adopt an intelligent data infrastructure framework that gives them the power to manipulate their data in every environment, even when they need to meet high compliance standards.

Learn more about NetApp’s partnership with Google Cloud by visiting: https://www.netapp.com/google-cloud/

Additional Resources

Google Cloud NetApp Volumes

NetApp Expands Collaboration with Google Cloud to Provide Data Storage for Distributed Cloud Infrastructure

NetApp Wins Google Cloud Technology Partner of the Year Award for Infrastructure - Storage

NetApp Wins Google Cloud Technology Partner of the Year Awards for Infrastructure Storage and Marketplace Infrastructure

About NetApp

NetApp is the intelligent data infrastructure company, combining unified data storage, integrated data, operational and workload services to turn a world of disruption into opportunity for every customer. NetApp creates silo-free infrastructure, harnessing observability and AI to enable the industry’s best data management. As the only enterprise-grade storage service natively embedded in the world’s biggest clouds, our data storage delivers seamless flexibility. In addition, our data services create a data advantage through superior cyber resilience, governance, and application agility. Our operational and workload services provide continuous optimization of performance and efficiency for infrastructure and workloads through observability and AI. No matter the data type, workload, or environment, with NetApp you can transform your data infrastructure to realize your business possibilities. Learn more at www.netapp.com or follow us on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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SES Open Orbits™ Selected by Two National Carriers to Equip their Fleets with Truly Seamless Connectivity Services

 Uzbekistan Airways is the latest airline to choose SES’s network, while Thai Airways plans to integrate future B787 aircraft to SES’s open architecture and multi-orbit Ka-band platform.

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- SES will be providing its SES Open Orbits™ global inflight connectivity network to upgrade the airline fleets of Uzbekistan Airways and Thai Airways’ future B787 aircraft. Through its participating partners, the SES Open Orbits™ network offers seamless connectivity across the skies, provides internet speeds up to 300 Mbps and is available on all production airframes, including line-fit offer and retrofit solutions tailored to the airline’s requirements.

Uzbekistan Airways is set to integrate the SES Open Orbits™ network into its in-flight connectivity (IFC) services on its upcoming A321neo aircraft from 2026. The Central Asian airline will introduce high-speed internet to connect passengers throughout their journey, including long-haul routes.

Last October, Thai Airways became the first Southeast Asian airline to adopt the SES Open Orbits™ network for its A321NX and B777 aircraft, with deliveries beginning in H2 2025. The national carrier of Thailand will also integrate the SES Open Orbits™ network on its future B787 aircraft, which will be line-fitted with delivery scheduled in 2026.

“The promise of consistent and reliable IFC around the world is truly appealing to airlines. We have seen a very good reaction in the market to our initial offering of MEO-GEO services, and we are very excited to see more airlines embrace our value proposition of a consistent and resilient service globally, a customised passenger experience and the ability to scale up quickly and efficiently,” said Andrew Ruszkowski, Global Head of Aviation of SES.

These new IFC services will be delivered through one of the SES Open Orbits™ connectivity service partners, Neo Space Group (NSG). SES Open Orbits™ is available via Airbus’ HBCplus Programme and on Boeing aircraft through Safran Passenger Innovations AeroConnect terminals.

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Hikma signs exclusive licensing agreement with pharma& to bring innovative oncology treatment to MENA

 Amman, Jordan - Wednesday, 09. April 2025

Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC (Hikma), the multinational pharmaceutical company, has announced an exclusive licensing agreement with pharmaand GmbH (pharma&), a global pharmaceutical company based in Vienna, Austria.

This agreement grants Hikma exclusive rights to commercialise rucaparib across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Rucaparib, marketed as Rubraca®, is an innovative small-molecule oral therapy designed to inhibit poly (ADP-ribose) polymerases (PARPs), a family of proteins critical to DNA repair in cancer cells. This mechanism makes rucaparib an important treatment option for patients battling ovarian cancer, the 8th most common cancer in women globally[1], and prostate cancer, the 4th most common cancer worldwide and the second most common cancer in men[2].

 

Rucaparib has received regulatory approval from both the European Medicines Agency (EMA) and the United States Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA).

Mazen Darwazah, Hikma’s Executive Vice Chairman and President of MENA, said: “We are pleased to add rucaparib, an innovative oncology treatment, to our growing oncology portfolio in MENA. This agreement is a major step to further enhance patients’ access to life-changing treatments and address critical medical needs across the region. By strengthening our oncology portfolio, we reaffirm our commitment to providing advanced cancer treatments and supporting our purpose of putting better health within reach, every day.”

As the company’s first innovative small-molecule oral therapy in oncology approved by both the U.S. FDA and EMA, this partnership strengthens Hikma’s promise of providing better access to life saving treatment options and its commitment to improving patient outcomes.

About Hikma

Hikma helps put better health within reach every day for millions of people around the world. For more than 45 years, we've been creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to the people who need them. Headquartered in the UK, we are a global company with a local presence across North America, the MENA and Europe. For more information, please visit: www.hikma.com

 

[1] Ovarian cancer statistics | World Cancer Research Fund

[2] Prostate cancer statistics | World Cancer Research Fund

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Intelsat, Embraer to Factory Install Multi-Orbit Service

 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks and leading provider of in-flight connectivity (IFC), will soon launch high-speed, reliable multi-orbit connectivity service on Embraer E2 aircraft from the day the plane is delivered thanks to a new line-fit agreement with Embraer (NYSE: ERJ / B3: EMBR3) that will allow the aircraft manufacturer to install the equipment during factory production.

“Intelsat is the first multi-orbit satellite inflight connectivity system with an electronically steered array (ESA) antenna to be installed at the Embraer factory, allowing passengers access to reliable, streaming connectivity starting immediately when aircraft enter revenue service,” said Rob Baird, Director of OEM Programs at Intelsat. “Passengers on Embraer E2 aircraft will soon benefit from multi-orbit connectivity that will provide the same fast and dependable internet access they enjoy at home, thanks to wide coverage and low latency.”

As part of the Buyer-Furnished Equipment agreement to offer Intelsat’s multi-orbit system as a line-fit option on Embraer’s family of E2 aircraft, airline customers can order planes with the Intelsat ESA system already installed and operational upon delivery.

“At Embraer, we pride ourselves on building the world’s most efficient, reliable, and comfortable single aisle aircraft, as well as continuously pursuing advancements in technologies that improve aircraft performance and passenger experience,” said Martyn Holmes, CCO, Embraer Commercial Aviation. “With Intelsat’s IFC system now line-fit available, we are enabling our airline customers to offer a highly optimized in-flight Wi-Fi experience that will keep them competitive and allow them to delight their passengers.”

About Intelsat

Intelsat’s global team of professionals is focused on providing seamless and secure, satellite-based communications to government, NGO and commercial customers through the company’s next-generation worldwide network and managed services. Bridging the digital divide by operating one of the world’s largest and most advanced satellite fleet and connectivity infrastructures, Intelsat enables people and their tools to speak over oceans, see across continents and listen through the skies to communicate, cooperate and coexist. Since its founding six decades ago, the company has been synonymous with satellite-industry “firsts” in service to its customers and the planet. Leaning on a legacy of innovation and focusing on addressing a new generation of challenges Intelsat team members now have their sights on the “next firsts” in space as they disrupt the field and lead in the digital transformation of the industry.

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Ferring achieved record sales driven by Reproductive Medicine combined with the emergence of Adstiladrin

 SAINT-PREX, Switzerland - Wednesday, 09. April 2025 AETOSWire  

Continued strong performance in Reproductive Medicine which exceeded sales of €1 billion for the first time

Adstiladrin® (nadofaragene firadenovec-vncg), our novel gene-based therapy for bladder cancer, emerged as a second growth driver following the first full year of U.S. sales

Commitment to sustainability highlighted by supply of 1.5 million doses of Carbetocin Ferring (carbetocin, room temperature-stable formulation) to reduce maternal deaths in low- and lower-middle-income countries

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ferring achieved total revenues of €2.3 billion in 2024, an increase of 7% over the previous year at actual exchange rates (AER) and 8% at constant exchange rates (CER). This above market growth reflected the continued strong performance in Reproductive Medicine, which exceeded €1 billion in global sales for the first time. In addition, 2024 was the first full year of U.S. sales of Adstiladrin, our novel gene-based therapy for bladder cancer.

Operating expenses were carefully managed while prioritising investment in growth opportunities, such as Adstiladrin. This resulted in an overall cost reduction of -3% (at AER and CER). Consequently, operating profit reached €192 million, an increase of 38% over the previous year (at AER, +43% at CER).

Jean-Frédéric Paulsen, Chairman of the Board of Directors, said: “For Ferring, this was a year of both continuity and change as we drew on the company’s strengths while evolving our approach to the business. In our core area of Reproductive Medicine, the demand for our products was greater than ever, reflecting worldwide concern about falling birthrates. At the same time, Adstiladrin, a highly innovative gene therapy, emerged as another main driver of growth for the company. Our focus has been to maximise our impact, as we pursue our ambition to unlock opportunities to deliver life-changing solutions to patients at every stage of life.”

Ferring maintained its commitment to protecting the environment, creating value for society, and upholding high standards of responsible and ethical business governance. As part of our commitment to social responsibility, we continued making progress with our Project Family: Safe Birth initiative, aimed at reducing maternal deaths in some of the world's most underserved communities. In 2024, we supplied 1.5 million doses of our life-saving medicine, heat-stable Carbetocin Ferring, at an affordable access price to low- and lower-middle-income countries, an increase of around 50% over the previous year. With respect to the environment, we reduced Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 9.5%, ahead of our goal of 3%.

These and other achievements are detailed in our 2024 Annual Report and Sustainability Report.

About Ferring Pharmaceuticals

Ferring Pharmaceuticals is a privately owned, research-driven, specialty biopharmaceutical group committed to building families and helping people live better lives. We are leaders in reproductive medicine with a strong heritage in gastroenterology and urology, and are at the forefront of innovation in uro-oncology gene therapy. Ferring was founded in 1950 and employs more than 7,000 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in Saint-Prex, Switzerland, and has operating subsidiaries in more than 50 countries which market its medicines in over 100 countries.

Learn more at www.ferring.com, or connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and X.

 

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On 3rd April 2025, MultiBank Group Delivers a Further Substantial Milestone by Achieving an Unprecedented Trading Volume of $55.85 Billion.

 DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, 09. April 2025 AETOSWire Print 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- MultiBank Group, the world’s largest financial derivatives institution based in Dubai, is proud to announce a historic milestone—on April 3, 2025, the Group recorded its highest ever single day trading volume, surpassing USD 55.85 billion.

This record-breaking achievement marks a strong start to the second quarter for the group, with an impressive unparalleled average daily trading volume of over USD 35 billion during the first four trading days of April.

This unprecedented milestone reflects the strong confidence a diverse global clientele, including individual traders and institutional investors, has placed in the firm. The performance confirms the Group’s focus on transparency, robust security measures, and rigorous regulatory compliance.

Commenting on this breakthrough, Founder and Chairman Naser Taher said: “We are pleased to share these impressive figures with our valued clients and business partners. It displays our financial strength, our drive for technological progress, and the trust our customers place in us.”

Throughout 2024, MultiBank Group witnessed remarkable growth, marked by increased revenue resulting from international expansions and new product rollouts. Among the most notable innovations was the debut of MultiBank-Plus, a next-generation platform and app designed to deliver a seamless trading experience. The company further enhanced its position in the digital asset arena with the launch of the MultiBank.io Crypto Exchange App, setting new benchmarks for operational efficiency around cryptocurrencies. Additionally, MEX Exchange, the first global ECN tool tailored for the BRICS and GCC regions, brought unmatched liquidity and advanced capabilities to a rapidly growing industry.

Strategic partnerships have played a pivotal role in bolstering MultiBank Group’s presence. Collaborations with Al Ansari Exchange and Mashreq Bank streamlined transactions, offering users faster and more convenient deposit and withdrawal solutions. The Group also secured Dubai’s prestigious Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license, highlighting its commitment to stringent governance standards and dedication to excellence.

Building on this momentum, the organization delivered outstanding financial results for 2024, with revenue surpassing $361 million and net income exceeding $264 million, reflecting 16% growth.

Established in California in 2005, MultiBank Group offers financial services to more than two million clients in over 100 nations. With licenses from 17 reputable global regulatory bodies, the company continues to prioritize exceptional service and continuous innovation in markets.

ABOUT MULTIBANK GROUP

MultiBank Group, established in California, USA in 2005, is a global leader in financial derivatives, serving over 2 million clients across 100 countries, and boasts a trading volume that exceeds $35 billion per day during the first 4 days in April 2025. Renowned for its innovative trading solutions, robust regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer service, the Group offers an array of brokerage services and asset management solutions. It is regulated across five continents by 17 of the most reputable financial authorities globally. The Group’s award-winning trading platforms offer up to 500:1 leverage on a diverse range of products, including Forex, Metals, Shares, Commodities, Indices, and Cryptocurrencies. MultiBank Group has received over 70 financial awards recognizing its trading excellence and regulatory compliance. For more information, visit MultiBank Group’s website.

 

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Merz Aesthetics® Announces Salma Hayek Pinault as First-Ever Global Brand Ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME, the Next Generation Platform for Nonsurgical Skin Lifting and Tightening Treatments

RALEIGH, N.C. - Wednesday, 09. April 2025 AETOSWire

Marking Salma Hayek Pinault’s first aesthetics collaboration, the new Ultherapy PRIME campaign aims to set a new standard for the future of beauty and self-care, celebrating the transformative power of personalized, non-invasive skin lifting and tightening.

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Merz Aesthetics®, the world’s largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, is proud to announce world-renowned actress, director and producer, Salma Hayek Pinault, as the first-ever global brand ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME.

Redefining the future in medical aesthetics, Ultherapy PRIME is an advanced micro-focused ultrasound platform for personalized, non-invasive skin lifting and tightening.1,2 It is intended to lift and sculpt the skin of the upper face, lower face, neck and décolleté.1 It takes just one session, has no downtime, and delivers results that can last up to a year or more.1-3

With her unwavering commitment to authenticity, Salma Hayek Pinault trusts Ultherapy PRIME for a personalized, natural-looking lift, with results that can last up to a year or more .1-3 This collaboration reflects a shared belief in empowering individuals to look and feel their best to fuel confidence worldwide.

Salma Hayek Pinault is a highly acclaimed, Academy Award-nominated actress and Emmy-winning director, also celebrated for her work as a producer. She passionately advocates for causes that align with her core values and beliefs and has long supported several leading nonprofit organizations. As a strong advocate for authentic self-expression and looking great at any age, she encourages others to embrace treatments that enhance their natural features.

“Self-care is essential. Years on screen have taught me to embrace my journey and seek treatments that enhance my natural beauty,” said Salma Hayek Pinault. “Ultherapy PRIME boosts my production of collagen and elastin exactly where I need it*, giving me a long-lasting**, natural-looking lift. It's noninvasive, takes only one session, and has zero downtime. It is the future of beauty, and that’s why I can't stop talking about it."1-3,6

The Ultherapy PRIME platform is the evolution of Ultherapy® which has been recognized as the Gold Standard in non-invasive skin lifting and tightening.2 Built on Ultherapy®’s legacy of proven, natural-looking results, Ultherapy PRIME redefines the future of nonsurgical skin lifting and tightening by uniquely combining an advanced micro-focused ultrasound platform with vivid real-time imaging.1 These advancements promote a safer and more effective, personalized lift that can last up to a year or more, paired with younger-looking skin.1-5

Since its September 2024 launch, Ultherapy PRIME has already been cleared in over 80% of our targeted markets, with more approvals expected in 2025.***

"We are proud and excited about the recent launch of Ultherapy PRIME, our next-generation platform for non-invasive skin lifting and tightening and a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering meaningful innovations to our customers," said Bob Rhatigan, CEO of Merz Aesthetics®. "As we continue to expand the global footprint of this launch, we are thrilled to collaborate with Salma Hayek Pinault as the first-ever global brand ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME. At Merz Aesthetics® we empower individuals to embrace their unique beauty with confidence, and our collaboration with Salma Hayek Pinault compellingly embodies this purpose.”

To learn more and find a provider near you, visit Ultherapy.com. Follow @Ultherapy on Instagram for the latest news from Ultherapy PRIME and Hayek Pinault.

About Merz Aesthetics®

Merz Aesthetics® is a medical aesthetics business with a long history of empowering health care professionals, patients, and employees to live every day with confidence. We aim to help people around the world look, feel and live like the best versions of themselves – however they define it. Clinically proven, its product portfolio includes injectables and devices designed to meet each patient’s needs Being family owned for more than 115 years, Merz Aesthetics® is known for building unique connections with customers who feel like family. Merz Aesthetics®’ global headquarters is in Raleigh, N.C., USA, with a commercial presence in 90 countries worldwide. It is also a part of Merz Group, which was founded in 1908 and is based in Frankfurt, Germany. Learn more at merzaesthetics.com.

About Ultherapy®

The noninvasive Ultherapy® procedure is intended for dermatological sculpting and lifting of the dermis on the upper face, lower face, neck and décolleté. The most common side effects reported in clinical trials were redness, swelling, pain and transient nerve effects. Reported adverse events from post-marketing surveillance are available in the Instructions for Use (IFU). Please see the IFU for product information.

* The exact skin depth targeting occurs due to real-time visualization

** lasts up to a year or more

***Ultherapy PRIME is currently unavailable in China, India, Azerbaijan, Russia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon

References:

Ulthera® Instructions for Use.

Fabi SG, Joseph J, Sevi J, Green JB, Peterson JD. Optimizing patient outcomes by customizing treatment with microfocused ultrasound with visualization: gold standard consensus guidelines from an expert panel. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(5):426-432.

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Globe Telecom Partners With Netcracker for OSS Transformation Services to Improve Operational Excellence and Deliver a Seamless Digital Customer Experience

 Leading Operator in the Philippines Benefits From Improved Fulfillment, Greater Business Efficiency and Ability to Scale Across Lines of Business

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Netcracker Technology announced today that Globe Telecom, the leading telecom operator in the Philippines and regional associate of the Singtel Group, will expand its partnership with Netcracker for Service and Network Automation to achieve a higher level of operational efficiency, enabling Globe to better serve its customers with improved network performance and seamless digital experiences.

Netcracker will provide various services covering support for mission-critical processes such as order fulfillment, fallout management, service quality, proactive monitoring and performance management to accelerate Globe’s business objectives, including growing its broadband business. The operator will continue to benefit from faster issue resolution and improved order processing time.

“In a hypercompetitive and rapidly evolving enterprise market, having the right partner is critical. We recognized Netcracker as a strategic ally in accelerating our OSS transformation—enhancing performance metrics, optimizing support costs and elevating customer experience. Its expertise strengthens our core operations and enables scalability across other business lines,” said Dennis Abella, Vice President and Head of Network Digitalization at Globe Telecom. “Through this collaboration, we have significantly improved our fulfillment process KPIs, reinforcing our commitment to broadband growth and delivering superior service to our customers.”

“We are extremely excited to continue our journey with Globe as they undertake this critical step to boost business efficiency and deliver more value to customers,” said Yaniv Zilberman, VP Strategic Accounts at Netcracker. “This is also an important milestone for us with the Singtel Group as we continue expanding our solutions with its affiliate companies.”

About Netcracker Technology

Netcracker Technology, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NEC Corporation, has the expertise, culture and resources to help service providers around the world transform their businesses to thrive in the digital economy. Our innovative solutions, value-driven services and unbroken delivery track record have enabled our customers to grow and succeed for more than three decades. With the latest technological advancements in key areas including 5G monetization, AI, automation and vertical industries, we help service providers to reach their transformation goals, advance their telco to techco evolution and realize business growth and profitability. To learn more, visit www.netcracker.com.

 

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TVS Apache Is Now 6 Million Strong With 20 Years of Racing Legacy

~ A motorcycle that revolutionized the racing circuit, marks two decades of performance and global expansion ~

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- TVS Motor Company (TVSM) - a leading global automaker that operates in the two and three-wheeler segments - announces two significant milestones for its premium motorcycle brand, TVS Apache: its 20th anniversary and the trust it has garnered 6 million+ customers worldwide. Engineered with cutting-edge racing technology and drawing inspiration from TVS Racing’s championship pedigree, TVS Apache has established itself as a rapidly growing sports motorcycle brands across more than 60 countries. For two decades, it has fuelled the adrenaline of the youth and of motorcycle enthusiasts, delivering the ultimate combination of power, precision and performance on the streets and the track.

Expressing his gratitude on these milestones, Sudarshan Venu, Managing Director, TVS Motor Company said, "We are immensely grateful to the 6 million+ passionate riders of TVS Apache for their unwavering trust and enthusiasm over the last 20 years. Their love for performance and adrenaline has propelled TVS Apache to become one of the fastest-growing sports motorcycle brands globally. This milestone belongs to every member of the TVSM family - our engineers, designers, factory teams, dealers, suppliers, and partners - who push the limits of innovation every day. TVS Apache’s enduring success emanates from cutting-edge racing technology, precision engineering, and unmatched performance. It is a testament to our relentless commitment to empowering the new generation of young riders who live and breathe the thrill of motorcycling.”

A Motorcycle Built on Race Performance and Trust

Forged from 43 years of TVS Racing heritage and inspired by the track, TVS Apache embodies the essence of high-performance motorcycling, agility, innovation, and the quintessential rider’s spirit. Over the years, TVS Apache’s popularity has soared across global markets including Africa, Latin America, Asia and now Europe. Fuelled by racing DNA, it continues to redefine performance worldwide.

• The launch of the TVS Apache in 2005 marked a significant milestone for the brand, introducing the Apache 150 as its first model.

• This motorcycle was designed to cater to the growing demand for performance-oriented motorcycles, and its introduction signalled TVS’s entry into the premium segment of the market.

• Its global community of 6 million race enthusiasts showcases the incredible trust placed in the brand.

Commenting on the milestone, Rahul Nayak, Head of International Business – SAMEA, TVS Motor Company said, “TVS Apache has established a position in the premium motorcycle market through a focus on racing excellence and innovation. We will continue reach new markets as we shape the future of premium motorcycling at TVS.”

TVS Apache: Innovation & Global Growth

• TVS Apache has become one of the fastest-growing global sports motorcycle brands.

• It operates on two platforms: Apache RR (race-focused) and Apache RTR (street-performance) – both series draw from TVS Racing’s motorsport legacy, delivering cutting-edge technology and performance.

• TVS Apache has been a leader in performance, safety and innovation with the introduction of multiple segment first technologies.

• TVS Apache started the trend of offering factory customization, (Build-To-Order) BTO option for two-wheeler brands in India.

Performance	Safety	Technology
Fuel Injection	Dual Channel ABS	SmartXConnect
Ride Modes	Dual Disc Brake	Cruise Control
Adjustable Suspension	Race Tuned Dynamic Stability Control	Climate Control Seat
Slipper Clutch		Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

TVS Apache: Racing-Inspired Precision

• Rooted in TVS Racing’s "Track to Road" philosophy, Apache bikes embody agility, precision, and high performance.

• Every aspect, from design to technology, is shaped by racetrack experience.

• Committed to democratizing racing, TVS Apache builds world-class machines and a passionate rider community.

With over 300,000+ globally connected riders in the Apache Owners Group (AOG), TVS Apache has created a passionate and engaged global community that shares a love for performance and the thrill of riding. The brand has provided them with opportunities to participate in events, track days, and meet-ups, further strengthening the bond with its customers. In the next chapter of its journey, TVS Apache will continue to fuel the dreams of riders and offer them the ultimate racing experience, one that embodies the thrill of the track and the power of precision.

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CORRECTION ET REMPLACEMENT – MISE À JOUR--Décideurs politiques mondiaux et géants de la technologie se réuniront à Abou Dhabi pour l’édition inaugurale du Sommet sur la Gouvernance des Technologies Émergentes

 

Justice et technologie : Façonner une gouvernance responsable des systèmes d'IA et des technologies émergentes dans une économie numérique future

ABU DHABI, Émirats arabes unis, 02 avr. 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Le Conseil de recherche sur les technologies avancées (ATRC) des Émirats Arabes Unis a annoncé aujourd'hui le lancement de la première édition du Sommet sur la Gouvernance des Technologies Émergentes (GETS), qui se tiendra à Abou Dhabi les 5 et 6 mai 2025. Le sommet réunira plus de 500 participants régionaux et internationaux pour mobiliser la collaboration mondiale sur la gouvernance des technologies émergentes telles que l'intelligence artificielle (IA) et l'informatique quantique.

Organisé sous le thème « Façonner une gouvernance responsable des systèmes d'IA et des technologies émergentes dans une économie numérique future », le sommet vise à établir des cadres de gouvernance technologique solides et à encourager un dialogue inclusif entre les diverses parties prenantes.

Organisé par l'ATRC en collaboration avec le Ministère Public des Émirats arabes unis comme partenaire stratégique, GETS 2025 jettera les bases d’une mise en œuvre de stratégies de gouvernance mondiale et explorera l'avenir des technologies émergentes dans des secteurs clés tels que la justice pénale, la santé, la finance, l’industrie manufacturière et les industries créatives.

GETS 2025 est une initiative qui souligne l’engagement des Émirats arabes unis à contribuer au dialogue mondial sur l’innovation éthique et l’utilisation responsable des technologies émergentes, et qui reflète l’approche ouverte et collaborative du pays en matière de politiques d’innovation.

Le sommet réunira un large éventail de dirigeants mondiaux issus de divers secteurs. Parmi les participants sont attendus des dirigeants gouvernementaux et politiques, des cadres mondiaux des technologies et de l'industrie, des chercheurs et des universitaires, des startups et des représentants de la société civile, en mettant l'accent sur le leadership des jeunes.

Le sommet vise à relever l’un des défis les plus urgents d’aujourd’hui : façonner une innovation responsable qui protège la société tout en favorisant le progrès technologique. Il favorisera le dialogue sur l'innovation responsable avec les chefs de file mondiaux de la technologie et façonnera un avenir où la gouvernance, l'innovation et l'inclusion convergeront pour créer des solutions durables et bénéfiques au plus grand nombre.

S.E. Faisal Al Bannai, Conseiller du Président des EAU pour les affaires de recherche stratégique et de technologie avancée et Secrétaire général du Conseil de recherche sur les technologies avancées (ATRC), a souligné l'importance de la collaboration :

« GETS est une étape cruciale vers la construction d’un avenir plus sûr, plus juste et plus inclusif pour les technologies émergentes. Alors que nous relevons les défis posés par l’émergence de l'IA et d'autres innovations avancées, le besoin de cadres de gouvernance collaborative solides devient de plus en plus clair. Cette plateforme sera donc l’occasion de créer des principes communs qui façonneront l’avenir de la technologie au profit de tous. »

Faisant écho à ce sentiment, S.E. le Chancelier Dr Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, Procureur Général des Émirats arabes unis, a déclaré :

« Nous assistons à une accélération de la révolution technologique. Les technologies émergentes comme l'IA, le Web3 et l'informatique quantique offrent des possibilités sans précédent de progrès et de prospérité. Parallèlement à cela, il est absolument nécessaire d’établir des fondations de gouvernance solides qui garantissent une société sûre, juste et durable. »

Il a souligné que GETS 2025 est une plateforme mondiale de premier plan pour l'échange de connaissances et l'établissement de normes pour une innovation responsable. « Le ministère public des Émirats arabes unis s’est engagé à faire en sorte que les avancées technologiques servent l’humanité et favorisent un avenir plus sûr, plus juste et plus inclusif. Cette mission exige une coopération et un soutien continus au niveau mondial. »

Le premier sommet GETS promet d'être l’occasion pour les participants de s'engager dans des discussions critiques, de forger des partenariats stratégiques et de façonner l'avenir de la gouvernance technologique dans une future économie numérique.

Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant pour sécuriser votre place et contribuer à façonner un avenir plus sûr, plus équitable et plus innovant pour tous. https://gets.evsreg.com/Delegate/Reg.

À propos de GETS:

Le Sommet sur la Gouvernance des Technologies Émergentes (GETS) est un forum mondial de premier plan qui vise à promouvoir l'innovation et la gouvernance responsables dans des domaines comme l'intelligence artificielle, le Web3 et l'informatique quantique. En favorisant la collaboration entre les gouvernements, les chefs de file de la technologie et de l'industrie et la société civile, GETS favorise les conversations essentielles sur des questions comme la protection de la vie privée, la responsabilisation et l'accès équitable. Par le biais de partenariats stratégiques et d’un engagement inclusif, le sommet cherche à développer des politiques éthiques, durables et avant-gardistes qui protègent la société tout en favorisant le progrès technologique.

Par ce biais, les Émirats arabes unis visent à encourager la coopération mondiale sur la gouvernance des technologies émergentes. Le sommet vise à établir un cadre de collaboration pour relever les défis et saisir les occasions que présentent ces domaines en évolution rapide, positionnant les Émirats arabes unis comme un chef de file dans la détermination de l'avenir de la gouvernance technologique.

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