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Yearbook publisher Treering introduces Dyslexia-friendly fonts News 

Yearbook publisher Treering introduces Dyslexia-friendly fonts

GaryPageau
Treering, a leader in customizable yearbooks, introduces a dyslexia-friendly font to its collection, marking a significant stride towards inclusivity in design. In total, Treering unveils 44 new fonts. Inspired by the Dyslexia Friendly Font Collection, Treering embarked on the journey to incorporate a dyslexia-friendly font, resulting in the integration of OpenDyslexic. Designed by Abelardo “Abbie” Gonzalez, OpenDyslexic addresses challenges faced... Read More
Redbrick acquires Animoto, the cloud-based video creation platform Acquisitions News 

Redbrick acquires Animoto, the cloud-based video creation platform

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Redbrick announces the acquisition of Animoto, the long-established easy-to-use video creation software. Terms weren’t disclosed. Animoto, founded in 2006, used patented Cinematic AI technology to make it easy to turn photos, screen recordings, and short clips into powerful videos. The platform supports more than 70,000 customers and millions of users. “By acquiring Animoto, we’re making Redbrick’s portfolio stronger and more... Read More
Program announced for third ImagingExecutives@PHOTOPIA conference Events News 

Program announced for third ImagingExecutives@PHOTOPIA conference

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ImagingExecutives@PHOTOPIA, the executive-level innovation conference taking place Sept. 20, 2023, at the Hamburg exhibition on the eve of PHOTOPIA Hamburg, announced its conference schedule. The event is held prior to the PHOTOPIA Hamburg exhibition to avoid scheduling conflicts. From around 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m., top-class speakers will address current opportunities and challenges in the imaging market under the motto... Read More
A-SUB introduces high gloss photo paper News 

A-SUB introduces high gloss photo paper

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A-SUB announces the launch of its new High Glossy Photo Paper, designed to bring more realistic colors and details to your photos. The company says A-SUB High Glossy Photo Paper is made from premium white photographic paper, ensuring optimal color and detail representation during printing. The paper has an “ultra-glossy surface” enhancing saturation and depth in photos, making images more... Read More
B&H Photo to host 50th anniversary celebration “Bild Expo” at Sept. 6-7 Events News 

B&H Photo to host 50th anniversary celebration “Bild Expo” at Sept. 6-7

GaryPageau
B&H Photo marks its 50th Anniversary at Bild Expo on September 6-7 at Javits Center in New York City. Bild is a gathering of creatives featuring presentations from world-class talents like Casey Neistat, Art Wolfe, Jenna Ezarik, and Ami Vitale, hands-on experiences and education, a gear expo from leading brands like Canon, DJI, Nikon, Sony, and much, much more. The event takes place at the Javits Center in New York... Read More
Creating Opportunities: The story behind Spectrum Studios News 

Creating Opportunities: The story behind Spectrum Studios

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Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society explores the inspiring journey of Jim Pridemore, co-director of Spectrum Studios, a non-profit organization based in Kennewick, Wash., making a significant impact in the lives of young adults on the autism spectrum. This episode reveals the mission behind Spectrum Studios, its unique business model, and how the business is creating employment and personal development opportunities for those who... Read More
Amid resurgence, Kodak commits to film production through 2028 News 

Amid resurgence, Kodak commits to film production through 2028

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Buoyed by recent sales and the publicity blitz of the film “Oppenheimer” (which director Christopher Nolan shot on Kodak film), Eastman Kodak Co. executives painted a bright picture for the future of film production in an Aug. 9 earnings call. (See transcript here.) Eastman Kodak’s CEO Jim Continenza stated, “We recently renewed our supply agreement for film with our long-term... Read More
Shutterfly closing Shakopee manufacturing plant, laying off 246 employees News 

Shutterfly closing Shakopee manufacturing plant, laying off 246 employees

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Shutterfly continues to consolidate the operations within its Lifetouch National School Portraits business unit, as it closes production facilities where work will be folded into the greater Shutterfly infrastructure. According to a local CBS affiliate, Shutterfly will close the Shakopee manufacturing plant, laying off 246 employees, in 2024. “The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development says the California-based company... Read More
EyeQ introduces Perfectly Clear AI Skin Tone Accuracy News Updates 

EyeQ introduces Perfectly Clear AI Skin Tone Accuracy

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EyeQ Imaging Inc. launched its latest version of AI Skin Tone Accuracy in Perfectly Clear’s core image correction. This technology guarantees natural, accurate color representation across all skin tones, regardless of shade or ethnicity, the company claims. For decades, cameras have struggled with capturing infrared and inaccurate color in skin tones, leading to marginalized experiences, particularly for individuals with dark... Read More
NRF: Economist says growth in consumer spending is slowing Market research News 

NRF: Economist says growth in consumer spending is slowing

GaryPageau
U.S. consumers are still buying more than last year, but spending growth is slowing as the economy settles down amid higher interest rates intended to reduce inflation, according to Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist of the National Retail Federation.“The economy was clearly more resilient in the first half of this year than many expected, and the consumer environment has been positive... Read More
Roland DG buys wallpaper product company UAB Dimense Acquisitions News 

Roland DG buys wallpaper product company UAB Dimense

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Roland DG Corp. announced the acquisition of shares for UAB Dimense print, a subsidiary of UAB VEIKA, a manufacturer and vendor for wallpaper-related products headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania. Roland DG has acquired 50.1% stake in UAB Dimense print, a subsidiary of UAB VEIKA, which excels in chemical technology and offers a unique digital printing embossing solution for wallpaper industries, the... Read More
GoPro reports $241 million second-quarter revenue, subscriptions up Earnings reports News 

GoPro reports $241 million second-quarter revenue, subscriptions up

GaryPageau
GoPro, Inc. announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2023. For the quarter, revenue was $241 million, which was 10% above guidance and but down 4% year-over-year. GoPro subscriber count ended the quarter at approximately 2.44 million, up 27% year-over-year. Revenue from the retail channel was $165 million, up 6% year-over-year. GoPro.com revenue, including subscription and service revenue, was... Read More
Taylor Corp. buys DMR Creative Marketing, expands promo unit Acquisitions News 

Taylor Corp. buys DMR Creative Marketing, expands promo unit

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Taylor Corp. has reached an agreement to acquire the assets of DMR Creative Marketing of Deerfield Beach, Fla. DMR provides branded apparel and gift items to cruise lines, resorts, gift shops, and related markets for uniform programs and the souvenir channel. The acquisition advances the capabilities and distribution channels of Taylor’s Promotional Products business unit, the company said. Terms weren’t disclosed.... Read More
WhiteWall adds ChromaLuxe HD metal prints News 

WhiteWall adds ChromaLuxe HD metal prints

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High-end photo lab WhiteWall has launched ChromaLuxe HD metal print. The company said ChromaLuxe HD metal prints are exceptionally sturdy, lightweight, durable and water-resistant. Customers can between glossy and brushed aluminum finishes, in sizes ranging from 9 x 9 cm up to 150 x 100 cm. The company is marketing the metal prints as suitable for outdoor, kitchen and bathroom viewing.... Read More