Alyrick BV brings total holdings of Smartphoto Group to 73% after initial offering Acquisitions News 

Alyrick BV brings total holdings of Smartphoto Group to 73% after initial offering

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Smartphoto group NV announced Alyrick BV revealed the results of the initial acceptance period of its mandatory public takeover bid in cash for all outstanding shares in Smartphoto not already held by Alyrick or its affiliates. During the initial acceptance period, 706,665 shares in Smartphoto were offered in the bid (or a total of 17.93% of the number of outstanding... Read More
Claranova sets June 27 for OGM to vote on sale of PlanetArt Acquisitions News 

Claranova sets June 27 for OGM to vote on sale of PlanetArt

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Following the recent announcement that PlanetArt parent Claranova was planning to sell the personalized products output business to focus solely on its software business, the company has announced the negotions with General Atlantic Credit’s Atlantic Park Fund and PlanetArt’s management team for the potential sale are progressing, but the terms and conditions have not yet been finalized.  Claranova’s objective remains to... Read More
Retouch4me combines combines portrait retouching technologies into one plugin New Products 

Retouch4me combines combines portrait retouching technologies into one plugin

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AI-based photo and video retouching solutions Retouch4me has combined its neural network-based portrait-retouching technology into a single plugin, Apex. The Apex plugin includes more than 10 tools, including Heal, Dodge & Burn, Portrait Volumes, Eye Brilliance, White Teeth, Skin Tone, Fabric, and more. This unique plugin detects all skin areas on the body, effectively addressing issues like bruises on the... Read More
Photoroom acquires GenerateBanners, launches Visual Ads Automation Acquisitions 

Photoroom acquires GenerateBanners, launches Visual Ads Automation

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Photoroom, the world’s most-used AI photo editor for e-commerce, today launches Visual Ads Automation, a first-to-market GenAI solution that turns entire product catalogs into fully branded ad creatives—ready for every channel and format. This launch is supported by the strategic acquisition of GenerateBanners, a startup specializing in automated image generation with precision text layout. This marks Photoroom’s first acquisition and follows... Read More
From passion to profitable: Celi Arias on building a business Feature 

From passion to profitable: Celi Arias on building a business

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The journey from creative passion to sustainable business is one that many entrepreneurs struggle to navigate. In a recent episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast, Celi Arias, CEO and founder of Grown Ass Business, shared invaluable insights on how creatives can build businesses that don’t lead to burnout. Arias’s path is a testament to the evolution many creatives experience.... Read More
Burnout-proof your creative business, with Celi Arias Marketing Podcasts 

Burnout-proof your creative business, with Celi Arias

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Celi Arias knows what it means to struggle as a creative entrepreneur. From sleeping on an air mattress on her factory floor to building and selling multi-seven-figure businesses, her journey has been anything but linear. Now, as the founder of Grown Ass Business, she’s on a mission to help other creative entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses without burning out. The truth about turning... Read More
Fujifilm introduces X half premium compact digital camera New Products 

Fujifilm introduces X half premium compact digital camera

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FUJIFILM North America Corp., Electronic Imaging Division, announced the launch of its FUJIFILM X half premium compact digital camera (X half). Inspired by half-frame film cameras, best known for how they are casually used on the go, the compact size and lightweight frame (8.5 ounces/240g)1 of X half blends its modern functions with its half-frame DNA to bring a new... Read More
Other World Computing launches OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock New Products 

Other World Computing launches OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock

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Other World Computing (OWC) announced the launch and pre-order availability of the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock. Built to meet the demands of creatives, power users, and professionals alike, this all-in-one connectivity solution redefines desktop performance, the company claims. Built for Speed, Power, and Versatility – the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock gives users a seamless way to expand their workflow through:... Read More
Sony Electronics launches  GP-VPT3 shooting grip, RMT-VP2 wireless remote commander New Products 

Sony Electronics launches  GP-VPT3 shooting grip, RMT-VP2 wireless remote commander

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Sony Electronics Inc. introduces the Wireless Shooting Grip/Tripod (GP-VPT3) and the Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-VP2), featuring Bluetooth wireless technology compatible with Alpha Series and Vlog Camera Series. The GP-VPT3 Multi-Function Shooting Grip supports stable handheld shooting with a grip design optimized for ease of use and flexible shooting angles. The grip can be used as a tripod and the remote... Read More
Viltrox debuts seven-inch camera monitor New Products 

Viltrox debuts seven-inch camera monitor

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Viltrox announced the launch of the DC-A1 Camera Monitor, a seven-inch ultra-bright 1920×1080 FHD touchscreen. The DC-A1 displays in 4K resolution at 60Hz, delivering lossless, high-definition HDMI 2.0 signals for a clear, smooth monitoring experience. The impressive 2800-nit ultra-bright high-resolution wide-angle display effortlessly handles strong illumination and complex lighting environments, ensuring clear visuals in any situation, especially outdoor shooting –... Read More
Durst debuts printers at FESPA New Products 

Durst debuts printers at FESPA

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The Durst Group, a leading manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, presented a strong appearance at this year’s FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 in Berlin. “FESPA 2025 is not just about new products for us, it’s about showcasing our technological ambition,” says Christoph Gamper, CEO and co-owner of the Durst Group. “We are rethinking professional print production – with... Read More
ZHIYUN launches CINEPEER SMOOTH 5E mainstream smartphone gimbal New Products 

ZHIYUN launches CINEPEER SMOOTH 5E mainstream smartphone gimbal

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ZHIYUN announced the launch of a smartphone camera gimbal, the CINEPEER SMOOTH 5E. Designed to elevate smartphone videography, the $149 SMOOTH 5E delivers stable camera movement with an orthogonal 3-axis structure, offering a broader range of motion compared to most competing products with limited capabilities. The gimbal features five professional shooting modes: Follow, Pan Follow, Lock, Vortex, and Point of... Read More
National Genealogical Society, Vivid-Pix, FamilySearch join together for healthy aging symposium May 22 Events News 

National Genealogical Society, Vivid-Pix, FamilySearch join together for healthy aging symposium May 22

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In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the National Genealogical Society, the leading nonprofit dedicated to promoting genealogical research and education, Vivid-Pix, a leader in photo Reminiscence Therapy (pRT) research and scanning/restoration technology, and FamilySearch, the world’s largest repository of family history resources, announced The Symposium on Healthy Aging and the Role of the Family History Community, an in-person and online event to... Read More
New Imaging World photo show adds one-day conference Events News 

New Imaging World photo show adds one-day conference

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The recently announced Imaging World photo event in Germany, Oct. 10-12, in Nuremberg, has added a one-day Profi Summit to focus on creativity, artificial intelligence, and photo law & business.  With this program, Imaging World organizer Ringfoto, in cooperation with the trade publication Profifoto, aims to continue the success story of the Creative Content Conference by offering photo and video... Read More