Insta360 goes public on Shanghai stock market Investments News 

Insta360 goes public on Shanghai stock market

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On June 11, 2025, Chinese camera maker Insta360 made a splashy debut on Shanghai’s STAR Market, with its stock surging 285% on opening day and its market capitalization briefly topping ¥70 billion (over $10 billion). Founder JK Liu rang the opening bell while wielding an Insta360 X5 panoramic camera, marking him as the first 1990s-born founder to lead a company to China’s... Read More
Finding the Expert in You: How Ann Carden Transforms Expertise into Businesses Marketing News 

Finding the Expert in You: How Ann Carden Transforms Expertise into Businesses

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What if your greatest business opportunity isn’t something new, but something you already possess? In this eye-opening conversation with business growth expert Ann Carden, we explore how entrepreneurs can transform their expertise into thriving, profitable businesses. Carden’s journey from teaching neighborhood craft classes at age eight to building and selling five successful companies offers a masterclass in business evolution. Rather... Read More
Landa Digital Printing to restructure, seeking investors Investments News 

Landa Digital Printing to restructure, seeking investors

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Israel-based printing vendor Landa Digital Printing (LDP) announced it is restructuring plan. According to Printing Impressions, the company reported positive growth during drupa in 2024, but that “customer caution due to geopolitical and economic uncertainties, the ongoing war in Israel,” among other challenges, has led to this decision. “Although Landa did not report how it intends to restructure, local publication Globes reports... Read More
CYME launches Peakto Pro, an AI-powered media manager New Products 

CYME launches Peakto Pro, an AI-powered media manager

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CYME, has launched Peakto Pro, an AI-powered media manager for massive volumes of photos and videos. “We designed Peakto and Peakto Pro to meet the real-world needs of creators who manage massive photo and video libraries,” said Matthieu Kopp, CYME’s Co-founder and CTO. “This version turns Peakto into a collaborative photo or video prep hub—smart, fast, and secure—while enhancing the... Read More
Leica introduces the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70 f/2.8 ASPH for SL-System News 

Leica introduces the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70 f/2.8 ASPH for SL-System

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Leica Camera AG introduces the new Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70 f/2.8 ASPH for the SL-System.  The focal length spanning from 28 to 70 mm allows the lens to transition from wide angle to slight telephoto, making it particularly well-suited for capturing landscapes, travel scenes and portraits. The fast autofocus system consistently delivers precise and reliable focus. Coatings on the lenses ensure... Read More
Fujifilm Introduces FUJIFILM X-E5 camera, FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR lens New Products 

Fujifilm Introduces FUJIFILM X-E5 camera, FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR lens

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FUJIFILM North America Corp., Electronic Imaging Division, announced the FUJIFILM X-E5 (X-E5) rangefinder-style mirrorless digital camera. X-E5 combines the classic look of Fujifilm’s X-E series with an updated design and the latest features X Series. “X-E5 is a masterstroke of elegant design, delivering the perfect balance between form and function,” said Victor Ha, vice president, Electronic Imaging and Optical Devices... Read More
Snap to launch lightweight, immersive specs in 2026 New Products News 

Snap to launch lightweight, immersive specs in 2026

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Snap Inc. announced at the Augmented World Expo 2025 it is launching lightweight, immersive Specs in 2026. Specs are a wearable computer integrated into a lightweight pair of glasses, featuring see-through Lenses that enhance the physical world with digital experiences. Snap’s all-new Specs are uniquely positioned to understand the world through advanced machine learning, bring AI assistance into three-dimensional space,... Read More
Fujifilm’s Bing Liem named president of International Photographic Council News 

Fujifilm’s Bing Liem named president of International Photographic Council

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FUJIFILM North America Corp. announced Bing Liem, division president, Imaging Division, was named president of the International Photographic Council (IPC) for the 2025-2026 term. The IPC is a multinational, non-profit, non-commercial organization founded in 1974 and its members range from across the photographic and imaging industry worldwide. In 1983, the United Nations officially recognized IPC as a Civil Society Organization... Read More
Profoto launches battery-driven compact flashes New Products 

Profoto launches battery-driven compact flashes

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Swedish lighting maker Profoto introduced the Profoto B20 (250Ws), and B30 (500Ws) battery-powered LED lights. The B20 and B30 are designed for photographers and visual creators who need reliability, flexibility, and ease of use, the company says. Built for durability and speed, featuring faster recycling and a grip-friendly rubberized surface, and with a more sturdy and robust casing. They ensure... Read More
GotPhoto releases “The Power of Media Days in Sports Photography” on-demand video class Events News 

GotPhoto releases “The Power of Media Days in Sports Photography” on-demand video class

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GotPhoto has announced a free on-demand video class: The Power of Media Days in Sports Photography. In this class, photographer Vicky Long of Higher Focus photography breaks down how media days can dramatically increase your sales, improve athlete and school relationships, and help grow your business. From starter packages to senior banners, you’ll learn how to build deeper client loyalty... Read More
NRF: Import cargo levels expected to see surge during pause in tariff increases News 

NRF: Import cargo levels expected to see surge during pause in tariff increases

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Import cargo at the nation’s major container ports is expected to see a surge through this summer as retailers take advantage of a 90-day reduction in tariffs that were recently imposed on China, according to the Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates. “This is the busiest time of the year for retailers... Read More
WWDC: Apple unveils universal software design for all platforms New Products Updates 

WWDC: Apple unveils universal software design for all platforms

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At the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple Inc. made announced a universal design platform, extending across platforms — iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26 (which also now have a new numerical nomenclature based, starting with “26”). The new cross-platform universal design, taking advantage of a new material called Liquid Glass. This translucent material... Read More
Tariff policies creating uncertainty, including among camera suppliers News 

Tariff policies creating uncertainty, including among camera suppliers

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The ongoing global tariff dispute initiated by the Trump Administration is causing supply chain issues, pricing problems, and sleepless nights for wide sectors of the photo imaging industry. From camera hardware and accessories to raw materials and media, there isn’t a segment of the industry that hasn’t felt the impact. Here are some of the top stories for the week:... Read More
Japan’s Asukanet reports net sales increase but operating income struggles Earnings reports 

Japan’s Asukanet reports net sales increase but operating income struggles

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Japaneese photobook leader Asukanet Company, Ltd. reported its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025, showing a slight increase in net sales by 3.2% to 7,263 million yen. However, the company experienced a significant decline in operating income and ordinary income by over 60%, with a net loss attributable to owners of the parent amounting to... Read More
SPOA announces finalists for 2025 SPOA Industry Photo Competition Events News 

SPOA announces finalists for 2025 SPOA Industry Photo Competition

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School Photographers of America (SPOA) announced the finalists of the fifth annual 2025 SPOA Industry Photo Competition. Winners will be revealed at the SPOA Awards Dinner at the SPOA 2025 International Summit on School Photography and Yearbooks on Wednesday, June 26, in Raleigh, NC. Cady Studios Aniyah Agard, Kerron Bailey, Jacob Norman, Jayson Rea Dean Stewart Photography Tyler Black Focused Photography... Read More