Claranova announces Canadian shareholders withdraw legal proceedings News 

Claranova announces Canadian shareholders withdraw legal proceedings

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PlanetArt parent Claranova announced it reached an agreement with its two Canadian minority shareholders, Michael Dadoun and Daniel Assouline, under which the latter agreed to withdraw today, without any compensation, the two separate legal proceedings (appeal and on merits) that were pending against the company. This decision follows recent governance and management changes at Claranova, including the appointment of Dadoun... Read More
ShiftCam introduces limited edition SnapGrip Collection New Products 

ShiftCam introduces limited edition SnapGrip Collection

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ShiftCam, the maker of mobile photography and videography accessories for mobile devices, is releasing the Limited Edition SnapGrip Collection in a new array of spring and summer colors. SnapGrip is a portable, compact magnetic grip, dock, and wireless charger that transforms most mobile devices into full, more professional photo and video systems. SnapGrip features a snap-on mobile battery grip that... Read More
Fujifilm announces X-T50 mirrorless camera, GFX100S II camera, and FUJINON GF500mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR New Products 

Fujifilm announces X-T50 mirrorless camera, GFX100S II camera, and FUJINON GF500mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR

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FUJIFILM North America Corp., Electronic Imaging Division, continued with major camera announcements, with FUJIFILM X-T50 mirrorless digital camera, FUJINON XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8 R LM WR lens,  FUJIFILM GFX100S II, and the FUJINON GF500mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR lens. The FUJIFILM X-T50 mirrorless digital camera has the similar manual controls and classic camera styling of FUJIFILM X100VI and other X100 Series fixed-lens cameras, but with the... Read More
GoPro announces retail expansion at Best Buy Partnerships 

GoPro announces retail expansion at Best Buy

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GoPro, Inc. announced a large-scale merchandising rollout and sales program at Best Buy, combining the installation of completely redesigned product displays, an assisted sales program, and in-store and digital marketing. GoPro cameras and accessories will be displayed in nearly 900 Best Buy stores across North America, including in more than 250 specialty Camera Experience Shops (CES). Best Buy’s CES locations will feature... Read More
Photo Create’s Hugh Eastwood talks continuous improvement in Dscoop Indy video Marketing 

Photo Create’s Hugh Eastwood talks continuous improvement in Dscoop Indy video

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Hugh Eastwood of Australia’s Photo Create recognized a changing market for photo books and wall décor, as more clients wanted multiple formats, substrates and variations. In this sit-down conversation at Edge Indy with Amy Yu, Dscoop’s Community Success Manager for the Asia-Pacific/Japan region, Eastwood shares his thoughts about the value of lean manufacturing to his company and clients. “The plain-vanilla,... Read More
Canon announces development of EOS R1 as first flagship for R System New Products 

Canon announces development of EOS R1 as first flagship for R System

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Canon Inc. announced the developing the EOS R1, a full-frame mirrorless camera, as the first flagship model for the EOS R SYSTEM equipped with an RF mount and is aiming for a 2024 release. The company says, “the EOS R1 is a mirrorless camera geared toward professionals that brings together Canon’s cutting-edge technology and combines top-class performance with the strong... Read More
Freepik announces acquisition of Magnific Acquisitions News 

Freepik announces acquisition of Magnific

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Freepik announced its acquisition of AI-image upscaler Magnific. The acquisition is Freepik’s biggest to date – it acquired EyeEm (Germany) last year, and Videvo (UK), Original Mockups (Colombia), and Iconfinder (Denmark) in 2022, the company said. Terms weren’t disclosed. The founders of Magnific, Javi López and Emilio Nicolás, will continue to focus on their own AI innovation, testing and developing new ideas. Although Magnific will operate as... Read More
NRF: Census data shows retail sales moderated in April News 

NRF: Census data shows retail sales moderated in April

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Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau today shows retail sales moderated in April, National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said. “Even though household income and job growth are compressing, the consumer spending picture remains positive,” Kleinhenz said. “The softer pace of spending is due in part to consumers being selective and prioritizing retail purchases. Yet, consumers remain willing... Read More
JONDO UK expands EU operations with launch of Czech Republic factory News 

JONDO UK expands EU operations with launch of Czech Republic factory

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JONDO UK, a leading provider of premium wall art decor solutions, announced the grand opening of its manufacturing facility in the Czech Republic. With a focus on innovation, quality, and unparalleled service, the new factory represents a significant milestone for JONDO UK as it expands its operations in Europe and reinforces its commitment to delivering exceptional wall art decor products... Read More
Layflat.com showcasing binding innovations for HP Indigo 18K at Drupa Events News 

Layflat.com showcasing binding innovations for HP Indigo 18K at Drupa

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Layflat.com AG, the world leader in high-volume photobook production equipment, will feature the industry-leading LF 2000 Max at Drupa 2024, May 28-June 7, in Düsseldorf. As the preferred photobook finishing partner for HP, the Layflat.com exhibition will showcase how this solution is ideal for printers offering softcover books. “At Drupa 2024, Layflat.com will be showing the LF 2000 All-in near... Read More
KEH announces it is preferred camera provider for Atlanta Falcons Marketing News 

KEH announces it is preferred camera provider for Atlanta Falcons

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KEH, the reseller of pre-owned camera gear, announced it will become the Preferred Provider of Camera Gear for the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons. Aligning with set sustainability goals, the Falcons will utilize KEH’s trade-in program, which allows the organization to responsibly replace current cameras and related digital equipment with new, professional gear to continue to provide world-class sports and entertainment content.... Read More
Kodak reports level earnings on 10 percent sales decline in first quarter Earnings reports 

Kodak reports level earnings on 10 percent sales decline in first quarter

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Eastman Kodak Co., reported first-quarter consolidated revenues of $249 million, compared with $278 million for Q1 2023, a decrease of $29 million or 10 percent. The company reported gross profit of $49 million, compared with $50 million for Q1 2023, a decrease of $1 million or 2 percent, and  GAAP net income of $32 million, compared with net income of... Read More