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Today, Corona proudly celebrates its 100-year anniversary, a remarkable milestone for the iconic brand that has been synonymous with the beach and enjoyed by consumers worldwide for the past century. Since 1925, Corona has cultivated a deep association with the beach; fully embodying a lifestyle connected to nature and relaxation. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250425804516/en/ Corona 100 This Is Living Since 1925 In honor of the occasion, Corona invites everyone to live their “beach side” – a.k.a. their best side – at top-tier beach locations across the globe. The Corona 100 platform includes a film highlighting 100 years of beach culture, a definitive list of the top 100 beaches in the world to visit, and a signed multi-year sponsorship of a renowned concert at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro — all offering people across the globe opportunities to connect with their beach side. “For 100 years, Corona has

Ant Group today unveiled Plan A, a new recruitment initiative to attract top artificial intelligence researchers, reinforcing its commitment to accelerating AI research and development under the “AI First” corporate strategy. Operating within the framework of Ant Star—Ant Group’s year-round campus recruitment program—Plan A specifically targets AI talents who are ambitious, adaptable, altruistic, and analytical. Outstanding graduates from universities worldwide with STEM majors are encouraged to apply for Plan A. Relevant fields include computer science, software engineering, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, information and telecommunication engineering, mathematics, statistics, and other emerging interdisciplinary areas. To better foster the development of technological innovators in this new AI era, Plan A offers candidates comprehensive support and resources, including unrestricted access to AI hardware and tailored career paths that allow for significant research freedom. Ad

With the introduction of the VIO® 3n, Erbe Elektromedizin GmbH expands its established VIO® 3 family with a new generation of electrosurgical generators, specifically tailored to different medical specialties and procedural requirements. The portfolio is further enhanced by the VIO® seal, the first VIO® generator fully dedicated to bipolar applications. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250425843193/en/ VIO 3n Fire Five configurations for precise surgical and endoscopic applications With over 100 years of experience in electrosurgery, Erbe continues to innovate with the introduction of five new VIO® 3n configurations: Fire, Water, Metal, Timber, and Stone. Each configuration is designed to meet the unique demands of different surgical and endoscopic procedures, providing preprogrammed CUT, COAG, and dissection settings that enhance efficiency and reduce complexity. The VIO® 3n features trusted Erbe electrosurgic

Alipay Tap!, a QR code-based contactless payment and customer engagement solution introduced by Alipay in China in June 2024, reports today it has won over 100 million users within 11 months. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250424690776/en/ FamilyMart leverages Alipay Tap! to simplify payments and membership management. Alipay Tap! further simplifies the payment experience for both consumers and merchants compared to the “scan-and-pay” model ubiquitous in China. Users tap their unlocked phone against a merchant’s terminal or an Alipay Tap! Tag, eliminating the need to open an app, scan a code, or click through multiple screens. Data from early adopters show the solution also allows merchants to integrate customer engagement tools more seamlessly into the one-tap payment experience. FamilyMart, the nation-wide convenience store chain, reports that membership sign-ups at checkout tripled post-integration. Accord

VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN), a global provider of critical internet infrastructure and domain name registry services, today announced that, according to the latest Domain Name Industry Brief Quarterly Report from DNIB.com, the first quarter of 2025 closed with 368.4 million domain name registrations across all top-level domains (TLDs), an increase of 4.2 million domain name registrations, or 1.1%, compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. Domain name registrations also increased by 6.1 million, or 1.7%, year over year. The .com and .net TLDs had a combined total of 169.8 million domain name registrations in the domain name base at the end of the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 0.8 million domain name registrations, or 0.5% compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. The .com and .net TLDs had a combined decrease of 2.6 million domain name registrations, or 1.5%, year over year. As of March 31, 2025, the .com domain name base totaled 157.2 million domain name registrations and the .ne

Smart CommunicationsTM, the leading cloud-based platform for enterprise customer communications, today announces it has acquired Joisto, a cloud data archive company. As a result, customers will now have the ability to seamlessly store, manage and retrieve digital records and documents, while meeting the stringent requirements for data retention that govern regulated industries worldwide. “We’re delighted to incorporate Joisto’s deep expertise in cloud archival into Smart Communications,” said Leigh Segall, CEO of Smart Communications. “Our leading Conversation Cloud Platform already enables our customers to manage sophisticated customer conversations at tremendous scale. With the addition of Joisto, we will extend these capabilities to meet an increasing need for regulatory-compliant and readily accessible storage of these conversations in the cloud. Together we will support customers worldwide as they continue their journey to modernize and transform customer conversations.” Joisto’s

Bregal Milestone, a leading European software growth private equity firm, is pleased to share that, since announcing its strategic growth investment in Swedish global provider of mission-critical public transportation software Ridango AS (“Ridango”) last month, it has also agreed to acquire uTrack Software Solutions (“uTrack”). This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250424607486/en/ Eamonn Hughes and Erki Lipre Founded in 2011 by Eamonn Hughes and Conor Gildea, uTrack is a Dublin-headquartered software company providing a public transport data platform with a real-time analysis and predictive engine that feeds a suite of software services that annually supports nearly 3 billion passengers, over 5 million app users, 150,000+ drivers and 73,000+ vehicles. uTrack‘s clients include some of the largest urban bus, intercity coach, and school transport providers across Ireland, the UK, and North America. The company’s suite

Boomi™, the intelligent integration and automation leader, is excited to announce that Boomi World 2025 will be held May 12-15, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. This premier event will showcase the latest advancements in AI-driven integration and automation, bringing together industry leaders, innovative thinkers, and Boomi customers and partners to explore how these technologies are reshaping the future. Attendees will gain valuable insights on how to break down silos, streamline operations, and make informed, data-driven decisions through a series of keynote sessions, breakout discussions, and hands-on training opportunities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250424969941/en/ Boomi World 2025: Accelerating What’s Next in AI, Integration, and the Connected Enterprise Emceed by technology industry veteran and correspondent Lisa Martin, Boomi World 2025 will feature esteemed speakers, including: Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hu

Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a global provider of end-to-end enterprise software support, management and innovation solutions, and the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software, today announced the appointment of Joe Locandro as executive vice president (EVP) and chief information officer (CIO). In this role, Locandro will lead Rimini Street’s global IT operations, oversee enterprise systems strategy and drive technology innovation initiatives in support of Rimini Street’s continued growth and client success. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250424168093/en/ Rimini Street Appoints Joe Locandro as EVP and Chief Information Officer to Lead Global IT Strategy Deep Technology Leadership Across Range of Industries and Regions Locandro brings more than 25 years of international leadership experience across sectors including energy, aviation, utilities, construction, and entertain

Merck, a leading science and technology company, today launched its global 2025 Curiosity Cube tour in Darmstadt, Germany. The solar-powered mobile science labs will bring hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) experiences to students across Europe, North America, and for the first time, Africa. In 2025, the tour aims to reach 60,000 students worldwide. The initiative underscores Merck's commitment to inspiring enthusiasm for science and technology. Merck today also opened its Curiosity Labs™ STEM Center in Darmstadt with 11 interactive science lessons to complement the Curiosity Cube experience for local students year-round. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250424271266/en/ The mobile science labs tour Europe, North America and for the first time, Africa. “With technological advances and scientific breakthroughs reshaping the world, it has never been more important to inspire early in

UPS(NYSE: UPS) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Andlauer Healthcare Group Inc. (TSX: AND) (“AHG”), a leading North American supply chain management company headquartered in Canada and offering customized third-party logistics and specialized cold chain transportation solutions for the healthcare sector. Under the terms of the agreement, AHG shareholders will receive CAD $55.00 per share in cash, representing a total purchase price of approximately CAD $2.2 billion (USD $1.6 billion). This transaction will extend the global portfolio of end-to-end cold chain capabilities available to UPS Healthcare customers, who increasingly seek temperature-controlled and precision logistics solutions. “Next-generation treatments are driving more complexity than ever, expanding the needs of healthcare customers and increasing demand for the integrated, end-to-end cold chain solutions UPS Healthcare provides around the world,” said Kate Gutmann, EVP and preside

MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) has launched two MSCI All Country Venture-Backed Private Company Indexes, advancing the firm’s commitment to empowering investors with clear, transparent insights on the performance of private assets globally. With these indexes, MSCI is applying decades of index construction expertise to calculate the performance of venture-backed private company shares based on secondary market transaction data. Private companies that receive funding from venture capital investors often operate in high-growth, technology-driven industries that have garnered growing interest from investors and wealth managers in recent years. While such companies do not trade on centralized exchanges, over-the-counter secondary markets play a key role in providing liquidity and facilitating price discovery. Venture-backed companies are staying private for longer periods, with the number of publicly listed companies in the US dropping by nearly half between 1996 and 2022.1 The number of private v

Private markets are at a tipping point – the demand for streamlined, accessible fund data is growing rapidly, driven by General Partners (GPs) and investors who expect greater transparency, speed, and collaboration. In response, Aztec Group, a leading fund and corporate services provider, has partnered with Lantern, an innovative data intelligence platform, to enhance how clients can access high-quality, on-demand fund data and enable data-driven decision-making. Will Relf, Director of Data at Aztec commented: “As the industry continues to evolve, access to high-quality, timely data is no longer a luxury - it’s a necessity. At Aztec, we are committed to ensuring our clients can operate with confidence, backed by trusted data. Working with Lantern further enhances our ability to provide clients with innovative solutions for on-demand fund data, fully integrated with our accounting records and other key data sources.” By utilising Lantern as a component of its broader data offering, Azte

Aqualung Carbon Capture (“Aqualung”), a pioneering leader in membrane carbon dioxide (CO2) capture and separation technology, is excited to announce the successful first close of its funding round. This round is backed by Aqualung’s Joint Development Agreement (JDA) partner, one of the largest global membrane manufacturers, along with other strategic investors including Liquid Gas Equipment Ltd (LGE), wholly owned by Babcock International Group, Tupras Ventures, and Delek Innovation, the CVC of Delek (US) Holdings. This capital raise represents a significant milestone in Aqualung’s mission to establish itself as a leading carbon capture company. Over the past four years, Aqualung’s pilot units have successfully demonstrated its innovative non-pressurized facilitated transport membrane solution to be cost effective and applicable across various industries, including natural gas processing, lime kilns, and waste-to-energy applications. These units will continue to underpin the commercial

The first quantum computer in Poland developed by IQM Quantum Computers, a global leader in superconducting quantum computers, will be operational at the Wrocław University of Science and Technology (WUST) in the second quarter of this year. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250424928607/en/ IQM Spark quantum computer This instalment of a full-stack quantum computer marks a critical milestone in the country’s technological advancement. The 5-qubit quantum computer called “IQM Spark” will enable the university to spearhead research work mainly in the field of computer science. The system will also be made available to researchers, doctoral candidates, and computer science students. Some of the first users who will run their programmes on the system are expected to be members of the qubit quantum computing club operating at the university. “This is the first quantum computer in our country and Eastern Europe using

The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) announces the launch of Low Carbon Ratings (LCR) for Cement and Concrete - a first-of-its-kind transparent global rating system that will enable cement and concrete to be identified based on their carbon footprints. The ratings system is designed to help customers prioritise sustainability when selecting construction materials by using a clear and intuitive AA to G scale. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250424485662/en/ GCCA Low Carbon Ratings for Cement and Concrete Inspired by well-known appraising schemes such as the EU’s Energy Performance Certificates and the US Home Energy Rating System, the LCR offers a simple, transparent, and adaptable tool that helps builders, architects, governments, planners, and consumers everywhere in the world to make more informed and sustainable choices. Thomas Guillot, Chief Executive of the GCCA, said: “Cement and concrete ar

Global communications platform Infobiphas been ranked as a leader in the Omdia CPaaS Universe report 2025. Infobip has been recognized as a leader for the third time, improving its overall ranking in 2025 compared to the previous report in 2023. Infobip’s robust Communication Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS) services, RCS Business Messaging (RBM) campaigns, connection to the emerging Network API ecosystem, and innovation through AI and Gen AI are key factors highlighted in the Omdia report. The Omdia CPaaS Universe report is a comprehensive analysis of the CPaaS market, drawing on the firm’s forecasting and enterprise insights survey data. The report provides a forward-looking matrix of capabilities, attributes, and features that are important within the market. Omdia recognizes Infobip as a leading CPaaS provider, delivering exceptional communication services to enterprises, developers, hyperscalers, partners, and telcos. Pamela Clark-Dickson, Principal Analyst at Omdia, said: “Infobip p

Joe & the Juice (“the Company”), an urban juice bar and coffee concept selling freshly prepared juices, coffee, sandwiches and more, today announced that Jeffrey Lawrence, a member of the Company’s Board of Directors since April 2024, has been appointed as Chairman of the Board. Thomas Nørøxe, Chief Executive Officer of Joe & the Juice, said, “Jeff’s elevation to Chairman of Joe & the Juice reflects how his active participation has made a material difference to the Company’s performance and strategy. Over the past year, Joe & the Juice has achieved continued impressive same store sales and revenue growth as we also opened our 400th unit globally. Unit economics remain incredibly strong and digital sales are now nearing 40%. Jeff’s experience will be vital as we continue to expand globally through both company-owned and franchise openings.” Jeffrey Lawrence commented, “Joe & the Juice continues to represent one of the most exciting and dynamic restaurant brands, with true global consume

Wolters Kluwer Tax and Accounting (TAA) today announced the launch of CCH iFirm Personal Tax and CCH iFirm Accounts Production within its award-winning cloud-based practice management and compliance software platform CCH iFirm® for U.K. professionals. These enhancements deliver seamless, integrated platforms that enhance efficiency, reduce errors, ensure compliance and a more efficient workflow for tax and accounting professionals. Bas Kniphorst, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Wolters Kluwer TAA Europe said: “These cloud solution modules represent a significant milestone in our commitment to innovation and quality. By providing cutting-edge tools that meet the evolving demands of the tax and accounting industry, we are strengthening our position as a leader in cloud accounting solutions. This not only enhances our product portfolio but also drives growth and reinforces our dedication to delivering exceptional value to our clients. We are confident these launches will e

PCI Pharma Services (“PCI”) – a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused on innovative biopharma therapies – is acquiring an entire equity stake in Ajinomoto Althea, Inc. (“Althea”), a US-based sterile fill-finish CDMO and 100% subsidiary of Japan-based Ajinomoto Co., Inc. Scheduled for completion in May 2025, the acquisition provides PCI with its first-ever North American manufacturing location for prefilled syringes and cartridges – including isolator technology for these formats – as well as high potent manufacturing suitable for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250424617540/en/ PCI Pharma Services to Acquire US-based Aseptic Fill-Finish CDMO Ajinomoto Althea. Althea’s robust clinical- and commercial-stage services for injectable drug products augments PCI’s deep industry experience, aligning with the company’s global sterile fill-fini