Author: Michelle Watson

Belkin, a renowned consumer electronics brand celebrating 40 years of excellence, unveiled an impressive lineup of products at CES 2025. Showcased at CES Unveiled Las Vegas, the new offerings highlight Belkin’s dedication to design, sustainability, and innovation, encompassing Mobile Power, Audio, and Future Ventures portfolios. Driving Sustainability with Recycled Materials Belkin continues its commitment to sustainability by introducing products built with up to 90% recycled materials. Having transitioned over 359 products to utilise post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, Belkin has replaced 432 metric tons of virgin plastics. This shift reduces CO2-equivalent emissions for product materials by up to 84.8%. From Q2…

Finlandia Hall, one of Helsinki’s most iconic landmarks, will officially reopen its doors to the public on Saturday, 4 January 2025, after undergoing a transformative three-year renovation. This marks the first time the venue will be open daily to both residents and tourists. The revitalised Finlandia Hall will offer a broader selection of services, including a restaurant, wine café, accommodation, exhibition space, and a design shop. A Landmark Reimagined for All Designed by world-renowned architect Alvar Aalto, Finlandia Hall has long been a hub for significant cultural and business events. Since its renovation began in early 2022, the hall has…

Strengthening Global and Local Industry Collaboration Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC), a part of the Creative Media Authority (CMA), has unveiled significant updates to its renowned film and TV production rebate scheme. The revised system, effective from 1 January 2025, includes an increased baseline rebate from 30% to 35% and introduces new tiers offering up to 50% cashback for qualifying productions. A Game-Changer for Global Productions The updated rebate system, based on a comprehensive points scale, offers substantial financial incentives. Productions earning between 10–14 points will benefit from a 2.5% uplift on top of the baseline rebate, while those scoring…

As World Menopause Month unfolds in October, interest in menopause has skyrocketed, with search queries about menopause symptoms and signs seeing massive increases. This heightened curiosity reflects a growing desire for information, support, and empowerment during this significant stage in a woman’s life. Sally Phillips, an actress and comedian, recently stated, “We’re women who can make serious waves and change things because, frankly, we start to care a lot less what everyone else thinks.” This sentiment highlights the shift towards women taking control of their menopause journey, and Wild Nutrition’s Head of Nutrition, Lorna Driver-Davies, is here to offer valuable…

Pioneering Innovations in Renewable Energy on Display From October 23rd to 24th, All Energy Australia 2024, the largest and most influential renewable energy exhibition in Australia, took place, spotlighting advances across solar energy, wind energy, energy storage, and electricity transportation. For 15 years, this exhibition has served as a pivotal platform for industry professionals to discover and engage with the latest advancements in renewable energy. Showcasing the Future of Energy at All Energy Australia Hite Smart Energy showcased its commitment to innovation with the theme “Turn Power Into Profit.” The company presented a comprehensive digital energy exhibition stand featuring its…

n Industries Group Limited (“n Industries”) has successfully completed an oversubscribed funding round, setting the stage to create a leading group of British industrial firms with a long-term growth focus. The investment round was led by Antheia, the family office of Spotify founder Daniel Ek, with significant backing from Sun Mountain Partners LLC and other investors, including prominent family offices. The successful funding highlights investor confidence in the strength and potential of the UK’s industrial sector. A Commitment to British Industry CEO Jonathan Bates-Kawachi commented on the achievement: “We are committed to backing British businesses. The UK has a wealth…

A heartwarming rescue story has culminated in the successful release of Ricky, a brown bear who was injured in a vehicle accident, back into the wilds of Armenia. The bear, affectionately named after comedian Ricky Gervais, received life-saving treatment at the Urtsadzor Wildlife Rescue Centre, a collaboration between the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC) and International Animal Rescue (IAR). After two weeks of dedicated rehabilitation, Ricky has been returned to the rugged Armenian mountains, where he can thrive in his natural habitat. Celebrating a Momentous Release The release event was made even more special by…

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is set to enhance its emergency response capabilities significantly with the deployment of a state-of-the-art cloud-hosted Control Room Solution (CRS) from Motorola Solutions. This initiative is part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to digitise operations, streamline workflows, and improve response efficiency, particularly in light of increasing incidents of flooding and wildfires across the United Kingdom. A Commitment to Safety and Efficiency Phil Clark, Area Manager for Mobilising and Digital Transformation at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, emphasised the organisation’s commitment to community safety: “Our objective is to create one of…

SK Chemicals, a leader in sustainable materials, has announced the launch of ‘ECOTRIA CLARO 300’, an innovative copolyester that enhances recyclability while providing versatile molding and processing capabilities. This new addition strengthens the company’s Sustainable Packaging Solution (SPS) lineup and positions it as a frontrunner in the environmentally conscious packaging sector. Innovative Properties of ECOTRIA CLARO 300 The ECOTRIA CLARO 300 is a groundbreaking material that combines the desirable characteristics of copolyester, such as excellent transparency and remarkable chemical resistance, with improved recyclability. Notably, this copolyester is designed for use in Extrusion Blow Molding (EBM), a manufacturing technique ideal for…

x-hoppers, an innovator in AI-based retail communication solutions, convened a critical roundtable discussion on 9 October to address the disturbing rise in retail crime, now at its highest level in 20 years. With the busy holiday shopping season approaching, industry leaders and law enforcement came together at House of Spells in London, an early adopter of x-hoppers technology. The session was led by CEO Ian Rowan and featured prominent speakers, including retail specialist Kate Hardcastle, MBE, Superintendent Patrick Holdaway of the City of London Police, Tenby Stores owner Fiona Malone, and x-hoppers’ CTO Graham Dixon. Addressing the Urgent Crisis The…