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GelatoConnect announces new features, including apparel-specific workflows News 

GelatoConnect announces new features, including apparel-specific workflows

GelatoConnect, an enterprise software solution for the global print industry, has introduced new features, including workflows for apparel production. Notable updates include: Newly Launched Workflow for Apparel: As the on-demand apparel industry continues to grow, the GelatoConnect Workflow for Apparel is designed to streamline the entire apparel production process, from Direct-to-Garment (DTG) and Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing to embroidery and sublimation. This... Read More
The Dead Pixels Society announces Photo Imaging CONNECT, March 16-17, 2025 Events News 

The Dead Pixels Society announces Photo Imaging CONNECT, March 16-17, 2025

The Dead Pixels Society, the photo/imaging industry’s leading news source, announces the Photo Imaging CONNECT (PIC) executive conference, March 16-17, 2025, at the RIO Casino and Resort, Las Vegas, NV. Photo Imaging CONNECT (PIC) serves as the premier executive networking conference for the photo/imaging sector. The conference unites industry leaders from printing, services, professional photography, technology, and retail for educational sessions and... Read More
Layflat.com binding innovations to be showcased at Printing United Events News 

Layflat.com binding innovations to be showcased at Printing United

Layflat.com AG, the world leader in high-volume photobook production equipment, will feature its industry-leading bindery equipment at Printing United, Sept. 10-12, in Las Vegas, NV. Layflat.com exhibition will showcase its solutions through the company’s North America partner, APS Imaging Solutions, at in the Central Hall, C2977. “At Printing United 2024, Layflat.com will showcase various binding solutions,” says Djawad Khorosh, CEO, Layflat.com.... Read More
Snap continues to struggle as growth slows Investments News 

Snap continues to struggle as growth slows

Last week, Snap CEO Evan Spiegel marked the company’s 13th anniversary with a letter to employees that did not strike a celebratory tone. Instead, the Snapchat founder said the company is struggling, with its share price down 45% this year. According to an analysis at Sherwood news, “Snap, like Meta, relies on advertising for the overwhelming majority of its business,... Read More
PRINTING United Expo coming fast Events News 

PRINTING United Expo coming fast

PRINTING United Alliance, returns to Las Vegas Sept. 10-12, 2024, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This year’s Expo promises an extensive lineup of education, equipment, and networking opportunities. “In terms of new and innovative technology, it is certainly an exciting year,” says Mark J. Subers, president, PRINTING United Expo. “For those that didn’t have the opportunity to attend drupa,... Read More
Fujifilm announces FUJINON DUVO HZK14-100mm T2.9-3.9 Portable PL Mount Wide-Angle Zoom Lens News 

Fujifilm announces FUJINON DUVO HZK14-100mm T2.9-3.9 Portable PL Mount Wide-Angle Zoom Lens

FUJIFILM North America Corp., Optical Devices Division, announces the availability of the FUJINON DUVO HZK14-100mm T2.9-3.9 Portable PL Mount Zoom Lens (DUVO 14-100mm). Initial orders of DUVO 14-100mm are expected to begin shipping to customers by the end of September 2024. Like its predecessors, DUVO HZK25-1000mmF2.8-F5.0 PL Mount Cinema Box Lens and DUVO HZK24-300mm T2.9-4.2 Portable PL Mount Zoom Lens, the DUVO 14-100mm... Read More
IDC: Worldwide smartphone market forecast to grow nearly 6% in 2024 Market research News 

IDC: Worldwide smartphone market forecast to grow nearly 6% in 2024

Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 5.8% year over year in 2024 to 1.23 billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The 12% growth in the first quarter, followed by 9% growth last quarter, has brought improved optimism about how 2024 will play out in the second half of the year. Affordable... Read More
Smartphoto reports flat sales for the first half of 2024 Earnings reports News 

Smartphoto reports flat sales for the first half of 2024

Smartphoto group, the innovative e-commerce group based in Belgium, reported revenue over the first 6 months of 2024 decreased slightly by 0.8%, and evolved from 30,031K euro last year to 29,780K euro as of June 30, 2024. Smartphoto experienced a decline in revenue (-2.5%) due to the decreasing popularity of Communion, while naYan recorded a revenue increase driven by new... Read More
Israel Acquisition Corp., Pomvom merger deal falls through Acquisitions News 

Israel Acquisition Corp., Pomvom merger deal falls through

Israel Acquisitions Corp. (ISRL), a publicly-traded special-purpose acquisition company, and Pomvom Ltd., an Israeli technology company developing and providing experiential content to amusement parks and attractions, have called off their previously announced merger, citing a “change to the global market conditions.” Both parties also mutually agreed to waive any claim or demand on the part of any of the parties... Read More
Revolutionizing Print: Henrik Müller-Hansen on Gelato’s On-Demand Innovation News Podcasts 

Revolutionizing Print: Henrik Müller-Hansen on Gelato’s On-Demand Innovation

The latest Dead Pixel Society podcast discusses the transformative impact of Gelato on the print industry. Founder Henrik Müller-Hansen shares his journey, emphasizing Gelato’s innovative local, on-demand printing approach. He highlights the future potential of digital and traditional print industries, the importance of localization, and Gelato's role in sustainability and economic growth. Read More
New owners of Condé Systems open for business Acquisitions News 

New owners of Condé Systems open for business

Since the purchase of the assets of Condé Systems, the new owner David McLean, founder of Trophykits.com, has restarted the business in Jacksonville, Florida where Trophykits.com is headquartered. The legal entity of the new company is Condé Systems of Florida LLC, dba Condé Systems, which operates independently of Trophykits.com Conde Systems also owns exclusive brand names like Conde®, Ink Minder®,... Read More
IDC: Worldwide spending on AI Forecast to reach $632 billion in 2028 Market research News 

IDC: Worldwide spending on AI Forecast to reach $632 billion in 2028

Worldwide AI spending will exceed $632 billion by 2028, driven by a 29% CAGR from 2024-2028. GenAI investments will grow faster at 59.2%, reaching $202 billion. Financial services, software, information services, and retail sectors will lead spending. The largest category will be software, with notable growth in AI infrastructure, IT services, and business services. Read More