London has established itself as a leader in finance and technology, and its iGaming Sector is now thriving. The city is shaping the online gambling market with fast growth, new technologies, and fresh business strategies. From AI tools to blockchain systems and mobile gaming, London's operators are helping to redefine the industry. Artificial intelligence is at the core of online gaming. Companies use it to capture user habits and provide clear advice to hold players' attention. It also spots risky gambling behavior and supplies tools that support responsible gaming. Firms based in London lead by adopting AI to boost both the user experience and player safety. Equally, utilizing this tech to allow users to start gaming with no verification needed is something that has been driving a lot of new customers to iGaming, in a climate where people are increasingly worried about their privacy. Chatbots powered by AI are also transforming customer support. They handle queries, process transactions, and verify accounts quickly. Faster responses and automated assistance make gaming platforms more user-friendly. Blockchain is improving fairness and security in online gambling. London companies are adopting these systems to provide tamper-proof transactions and fair gameplay. Virtual casinos built on blockchain are also becoming popular, offering players a secure and interactive environment. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are another trend that has been around for a while. They allow players to own unique in-game items, join exclusive contests, or access special features. NFTs are helping operators boost engagement and unlock extra revenue. Many operators are now focusing on mobile gaming, as most users access games through phones or tablets. Companies are investing in apps and mobile-friendly websites to ensure a smooth experience on smaller screens. Better design and faster platforms make gaming more accessible. The rollout of 5G networks has enhanced mobile gaming. Faster data speeds and low latency allow players to enjoy immersive features like augmented reality or cloud-based games without expensive devices. Mergers and acquisitions speed up growth in the sector. Big companies buy small ones to reach new markets and gain modern technology. These deals extend business and help them remain competitive in a busy field. With more pressure to create, companies try to work hard, save money, and offer better features. This plan helps them keep their edge as the market expands. London companies have been looking overseas since the UK market has been maturing. Areas such as Latin America and Africa now seem favorable because rules have changed, and there is improved internet access available. Firms expanding early into these regions gain a lead before competition arrives. Governments in these regions are introducing new rules for online gambling. This opens doors for London companies to partner with local businesses and create games tailored to these markets. Collaborating with influencers has become a key marketing tool. Popular streamers and content creators connect operators with younger audiences. Social media campaigns and themed events also keep players involved and loyal. Live-streamed gaming events are gaining traction, too. These allow viewers to watch matches, chat with others, and place bets during the action. This interactive approach strengthens player engagement. Gamification is becoming a standard feature in iGaming. Features like leaderboards, daily challenges, and achievements make games more engaging. Loyalty programs are also on the rise. Players receive personalized rewards that encourage them to stick with specific platforms. Subscription plans are another growing trend. These give users access to premium games and services while providing operators with steady revenue. Players benefit from exclusive perks, enhancing their overall experience. London's iGaming future looks promising. Companies plan to use new tools such as AI, blockchain, and 5G to help upgrade their work. Regulatory changes will also shape the industry, with stricter rules ensuring fair and responsible gaming, which puts users at ease and encourages transparency. Environmental matters get more attention. Businesses choose eco-friendly ways, supporting greener practices and ethical gaming to meet consumer expectations. These steps may help the field keep growing. London holds its global role for iGaming, but competition remains fierce. Firms need to follow trends, invest in tech, and keep players' interest to do well. By doing so, they secure a spot in this quickly-changing market. 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TV News Check Broadcast Industry News - Television, Cable, On-demand Gabby Redfern, group content services director at Sky, will be recognized with TVNewsCheck's highest honor for achievement at the 14th annual Women in Technology Awards, set for April 8 at NAB Show. Veteran media technology executive Gabby Redfern will be honored with TVNewsCheck's Women in Technology Leadership Award during the 14th annual Women in Technology Awards, to be presented April 8 at NAB Show in Las Vegas. Redfern, group content services director at Sky, has spent a distinguished career modernizing and streamlining content operations at Sky, BCC Studios, Discovery and Turner. At each company, she has successfully built and guided teams to implement transformational operations strategies. As EVP of global operations at the BBC, Redfern moved outsourced operations into the company, streamlining operations while managing change. At Turner, she managed the transition to file-based workflows in the company's EMEA operations and built a multichannel broadcast center. Most recently at Sky, she has worked with her engineering peers to leverage leading-edge AI technology in content operations, streamlining localization and platform fulfillment. Her talent for managing large organizations with a good ear, the voice of encouragement and the ability to challenge teams to stretch beyond their perceived abilities have been hallmarks of her career. Previous Women in Technology Leadership Award honorees are: • Darcy Antonellis, then President, Technology Operations and CTO, Warner Bros. Technical Operations • Wendy Aylsworth, Strategic Adviser, CEO, Walden Pond • Cindy Hutter-Cavell, now Director, Spectrum Division, Capitol Airspace Group • Michelle Munson, Co-Founder and CEO of pioneering technology providers Aspera and Eluvio • Marcy Lefkovitz, SVP Product Innovation, Dalet • Lisa Pedrogo, then VP Engineering and Strategic Initiatives, Warner Bros. Discovery • Judy Parnall, Head of Standards and Industry, BBC • Sharri Berg, president, Fox Weather and COO, News & Operations, Fox Television Stations • Barbara Lange, Founder, Kibo121 • Anne Schelle, Managing Director, Pearl TV The 2025 Women in Technology Awards Presentation Ceremony and reception is set for Tuesday, April 8, at 5 p.m. in the Las Vegas Convention Center. Plan to join by registering here. Mark K. Miller began covering the television industry in 1975 when he joined Broadcasting magazine as an editorial assistant, becoming a staff writer. He moved to editing, becoming managing editor of the renamed Broadcasting & Cable in 1991. Mark left B&C at the end of 1998, but continued his association with the company as managing editor of B&C's new monthly tabloid magazine, Digital Television, until it ceased publication in December 1999. Mark worked with Harry Jessell to launch TVNewsCheck in 2006 (as TVNewsday) and has been its managing editor since then. He can be reached at [email protected]. You must be a logged in member to post a comment. Log In Register Now Don't Miss Out on Exclusive Updates and Insights! Subscribe to our newsletter today and unlock a world of valuable content, expert tips, and exciting updates delivered straight to your inbox. Related Stories Ask Anything Get personalized content recommendations and answers drawn from our website. Simply type your question or topic of interest, and our AI assistant will help you find relevant articles, tips, and insights. You can also have a natural conversation to explore topics in more depth. Explore Top Media Industry Job Openings Current job openings in the media industry, including roles in news production, digital media, management, and sales. Search and filter jobs by category, location and type of employment. Newsletters & Alerts Become a Member Join TVN Plus Quick Links Events Readers Articles Articles Connect © 2025 All Rights Reserved | 238 Crosshill Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096 | 610-649-7989 | Powered by Bizbudding Back to top
A new Canvas button is being added to the Gemini text box, next to the Deep Research button Photo Credit: Google Gemini is getting two new artificial intelligence (AI) features, Google announced on Tuesday. The Mountain View-based tech giant is adding Canvas, an interactive space that lets human users and AI collaborate on projects involving documents and coding-related tasks. Another feature making its way to Gemini is Audio Overview, which was previously exclusive to NotebookLM, and lets users generate an engaging podcast-like audio discussion based on documents, slides, and Deep Research reports. These features are currently being rolled out globally to both Gemini Advanced subscribers and those on the free tier. In a blog post, the tech giant announced the two new features that are being added to Gemini. This follows the Deep Research feature that can generate a detailed report on complex topics, and the iOS-exclusive lockscreen widgets. The new features — Canvas and Audio Overview — will be available on both Gemini on web and mobile apps. Canvas is a new interactive space on Gemini, which is aimed at letting users collaborate with the AI over certain projects. Users can now see a new Canvas button next to Deep Research in the text box on Gemini's interface. Selecting the feature and adding a document or lines of code will now open a sandbox where the AI creates a first draft based on the user's prompt, and then the user can take over to make edits and further refine the output with the help of the chatbot. Currently, Canvas only works with documents and coding-related tasks. For documents, users will have to upload a file, and then write a prompt while the Canvas button is selected. The user can say something like “Create a speech based on these classroom notes” and the AI will open a sandbox-style interface and write the draft. Then users can make manual edits or highlight portions of the text and ask Gemini to change the tone or regenerate content with specific feedback. Users can ask the AI to write code based on prompts. Then, with Canvas, they can ask Gemini to generate and preview the code and other web app prototypes to see a visual representation. This only works with HTML and React code currently. After the preview, the user can also request changes to input fields or call-to-action buttons, and see the updated preview. Notably, the feature is similar to OpenAI's Canvas feature, although ChatGPT only offers it on the web. Google said that after witnessing the popularity of the Audio Overview feature in NotebookLM, it is now bringing it to Gemini. The feature works with documents, slides, and even reports created using Deep Research. Whenever a file or response fits the criteria, the Gemini platform will show a floating action button (FAB) about the feature. Once a user taps the button, Gemini will begin generating a podcast-style audio discussion featuring two AI hosts, a male and a female voice, who will discuss the topic, draw connections between topics, and engage in a dynamic back-and-forth to provide unique perspectives. Notably, it can take a few minutes to generate an AI Overview. Gadgets 360 staff members spotted both the features on the web interface of Gemini, but not on the apps. Since Google is rolling out the feature globally, it may take a few days before all users gain access to them. For the latest tech news and reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on X, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads and Google News. For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our YouTube channel. If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house Who'sThat360 on Instagram and YouTube. Akash Dutta is a Senior Sub Editor at Gadgets 360. He is particularly interested in the social impact of techn... more
Sections Resources Resources Resources EU Health Regulator Clears Use of AI Tool in Fatty Liver Disease Trials Reuters FILE PHOTO: A message reading "AI artificial intelligence", a keyboard, and robot hands are seen in this illustration taken January 27, 2025. (Reuters) -A European Medicines Agency committee, on Thursday, accepted the use of an artificial intelligence (AI) tool called AIM-NASH in clinical trials to help identify the severity of a type of fatty liver disease. The condition, called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, or MASH, is a difficult-to-treat disease that affects around 1.5% to 6.5% of adults in the U.S., according to the American Liver Foundation. The AI-based AIM-NASH tool employs a machine learning model trained on more than 100,000 annotations from 59 pathologists who assessed over 5,000 liver biopsies across nine large clinical trials. The EMA's human medicines committee (CHMP) said evidence showed the AI tool can reliably determine disease activity from biopsies with less variability than the current standard in trials that rely on a consensus of three pathologists. On that basis, the CHMP concluded, it can accept evidence generated by the tool as scientifically valid, which will help researchers obtain clearer evidence on the benefits of new treatments in clinical trials. Currently, Madrigal Pharmaceuticals', Rezdiffra is the only U.S.-approved drug for MASH. Drugmakers such as Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly are also conducting trials with their blockbuster GLP-1 treatments to treat patients with the liver disease. MORE: (Reporting by Christy Santhosh in Bengaluru; Editing by Savio D'Souza) Copyright 2025 Thomson Reuters. Tags: artificial intelligence, Europe Read More America 2024 Photos Photos Photos U.S. News Decision Points Your trusted source for the latest news delivered weekdays from the team at U.S. News and World Report. Sign in to manage your newsletters » Sign up to receive the latest updates from U.S News & World Report and our trusted partners and sponsors. By clicking submit, you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions & Privacy Policy. U.S. News StaffJan. 21, 2025 March 19, 2025, at 11:12 a.m. Feb. 26, 2025 Tim SmartMarch 20, 2025 Alan KronenbergMarch 20, 2025 Cecelia Smith-SchoenwalderMarch 19, 2025 Cecelia Smith-SchoenwalderMarch 19, 2025 Tim SmartMarch 19, 2025 Laura Mannweiler and Cecelia Smith-SchoenwalderMarch 18, 2025 Sarah Wood March 18, 2025 Best Countries Best States Healthiest Communities News U.S. News Decision Points Photos America 2024 Events Best Countries Best States Healthiest Communities News U.S. News Decision Points Photos America 2024 Events
CO2 SOLUTIONS: Andre Patenaude shows off some of Copeland's expanded CO2 solutions for commercial refrigeration applications. (Courtesy of Copeland) The AHR Expo is a showcase of innovation and ingenuity, where HVACR manufacturers from around the globe converge to unveil cutting-edge technologies and solutions designed to tackle the industry's most pressing challenges. This year, exhibitors placed a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability, highlighting products that not only reduce energy consumption but also align with global decarbonization and electrification goals. Even though the political winds have changed since the last presidential election, most manufacturers remain confident that electrification will continue to be a key trend. Infinitum, for example, expects to see skyrocketing growth in electrification, said Stephen Mathew, director of product management at Infinitum. “AI and data centers are putting enormous pressure on the HVAC world to prioritize energy management and deliver more efficient cooling systems that optimize power consumption in buildings and support electric grid stability,” said Mathew. “Motors play a key role in a building's energy consumption, data centers, and other mission-critical facilities. In fact, 40% of a data center's energy consumption is consumed by motors in HVAC equipment to cool servers. Infinitum's next-gen, sustainable motor systems support decarbonization initiatives by powering cooling equipment with 20% less energy, 20% fewer emissions, and no waste.” MOTOR SYSTEM: Infinitum's Stephen Mathew (left) demonstrates how the company's Aircore Heavy Duty motor system benefits centrifugal pumps and industrial blowers. (Courtesy of Infinitum) Heat pumps also play a key role in the electrification movement, but for them to have a meaningful impact on decarbonization and electrification, they need to utilize technologies that make them more competitive in colder climates, as this will increase their adoption across more of the country, said Brian Dail, application engineering manager at Danfoss Climate Solutions. “Danfoss' vapor injected scroll compressor, EKE110 controller, and economizer products all make it easier for heat pumps to operate in lower ambient conditions, and they also provide efficiency improvements in these same conditions. These are critical for heat pumps to have a wider adoption across climates,” said Dail. As new heat pump system technologies continue to support the electrification and decarbonization of space and water heating, Copeland's integrated compression, drives, and controls solutions are helping to meet energy-efficiency and capacity requirements, said John Schneider, president of HVACR technologies at Americas at Copeland. “Copeland will soon launch its next-generation, variable-speed scroll compressor platform: a new best-in-class offering designed to deliver excellent performance in the residential heat pump and air conditioning market,” said Schneider. “This solution-based offering combines proven scroll performance with matched inverter drive technology for long life, reliability, and ease of application.” The advanced technologies needed to support the electrification movement were on display all over the AHR Expo. Danfoss, for example, showed its new line of variable-speed, vapor injection, and scroll compressors, as well as its fixed-speed compressors that have recently been approved for vapor injection. “To further aid with vapor injection, our new EKE110 controller controls superheat entering a vapor-injected compressor's vapor injection port,” said Dail. “The EKE110 can also monitor the compressor's discharge temperature. This will allow it to enter ‘wet injection' mode if the scroll compressor's discharge temperature is too high, enabling the scroll compressor to operate with a larger operating envelope and allowing a heat pump to provide higher leaving water/leaving air temperatures at lower outdoor temperatures. The EKE110 is designed to be used with Danfoss scroll compressors but can potentially be used with other manufacturers' compressors as well.” INJECTION TECHNOLOGY: The injection technology in the new Danfoss VZH-VI compressor range makes it easier for heat pumps to operate in lower ambient conditions. (Courtesy of Danfoss) In addition, Danfoss showcased its vapor injection applications, which included electric expansion valves and brazed plate heat exchangers. The braze plate heat exchangers utilize Danfoss's microplate technology, enabling smaller heat exchangers to deliver the same level of heat transfer, said Dail. Copeland demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by showcasing products that support the energy transition and accelerate the adoption of low-GWP refrigerant technologies across heating, cooling, refrigeration, and industrial applications, said Schneider. Among these were advanced cooling solutions specifically designed to improve efficiency in energy- and heat-intensive data centers. “The Copeland oil-free centrifugal compressor with Aero-lift bearing technology unlocks new opportunities for air-cooled data center chillers, delivering best-in-class performance and increased efficiencies in part-load and full-load conditions,” said Schneider. “In addition, the Copeland YDV variable-speed scroll platform is optimized explicitly for data center applications and delivers best-in-class efficiency, reliability, and performance across a wide range of outdoor ambient and evaporating temperatures.” Copeland also showcased its YAW vapor-injection optimized scroll compressor, which is capable of delivering high supply air temperatures at outdoor temperatures as low as -25°F. This technology enables the creation of reliable, high-efficiency heat pumps that can perform effectively in cold climates, supporting wider adoption across all regions. On the commercial refrigeration side, Copeland highlighted its expanded CO2 solutions and optimized scroll compression platforms for A2L and R-290 refrigerants. Infinitum unveiled the Aircore Heavy Duty, a next-generation motor system specifically designed for mission-critical HVAC fan and pump applications. According to Mathew, this sustainable motor reduces energy consumption, emissions, noise, and waste, while delivering reliable performance for the most demanding tasks. “The Aircore Heavy Duty features an integrated variable-frequency drive and sustainably powers demanding, energy-intense applications with up to 25% more efficiency, while being 50% lighter and 60% shorter when compared to conventional motor and drive solutions,” said Mathew. “Built with a rugged exterior for protection against dust, dirt, and water, the Aircore Heavy Duty operates reliably in harsh outdoor or wet environments and at high efficiency over a wide range of operating points.” Infinitum also showcased new motor system technology that features an integrated Active Front End within the VFD, which reduces total harmonic distortion. This feature improves HVAC equipment efficiency, reliability, and safety, while eliminating the need for bulky, energy-consuming passive filters, said Mathew. By integrating this feature, he added, the technology saves space, energy, and costs, while achieving greater harmonic reduction. CO2 CONTROLS: Sporlan displayed its Micro Thermo controls for CO2, which are designed to increase the energy efficiency of CO2 refrigeration systems in supermarkets. (Staff photo) The Sporlan Division of Parker Hannifin strives to be the market leader in energy-efficient and sustainable HVACR solutions that enable a better tomorrow, said John Eric Hoffmann, marketing communications manager at Sporlan. To that end, they introduced several new products, including the multi-purpose gas cooler (GCM) valve. “The GCM valve is used in transcritical CO2 applications in supermarket refrigeration, so that our customers can move to natural refrigerants for their cooling systems,” said Hoffmann. “In addition, we showcased products for the new lower-GWP A2L refrigerants in both air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Two of these products are our check shut-off valve (CSOV) and safety shut-off valve (SSOV), which are UL certified for A2L refrigerants and used in walk-in cooler applications to provide safety in a customer's system if a leak emerges.” Other products Sporlan displayed included Micro Thermo controls for CO2, which are designed with high-performance algorithms to increase the energy efficiency of CO2 refrigeration systems in supermarkets, as well as new TEVs, which have new charges for both commercial and residential air conditioning. “We are pleased to learn that these have been independently tested by several of our prospective and legacy customers, who are indicating that these units exceed the performance of our direct competitors in new A2L systems,” said Hoffmann. 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March 20, 2025e-Paper The Hindu On Books Books of the week, reviews, excerpts, new titles and features. Data Point Decoding the headlines with facts, figures, and numbers First Day First Show News and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming. Health Matters Ramya Kannan writes to you on getting to good health, and staying there The View From India Looking at World Affairs from the Indian perspective. Science For All The weekly newsletter from science writers takes the jargon out of science and puts the fun in! Karnataka Today Your daily dose of news highlights from Karnataka Today's Cache Your download of the top 5 technology stories of the day. March 20, 2025e-Paper Updated - March 20, 2025 04:24 pm IST Oppo F29 Pro and Oppo F29 launched in India: Price, features, availability | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Oppo on Thursday (March 20, 2025) launched the F29 series featuring Oppo F29 and Oppo F29 Pro smartphones in India. Both the smartphones come with IP66, IP68 and IP69 rated and MIL-STD-810H-2022 standards. The Oppo F29 series also brings gen features like Circle to Search, AI features like AI Summary, AI Rewrite, and Extract Chart. Its AI Toolbox 2.0 has features like Screen Translator, AI Writer, AI Reply and AI Recording Summary that can record in English, Hindi and Tamil till five hours and generate notes, summaries and transcripts. Oppo F29 Pro has a 6.7-inch quad-curved AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate while the Oppo F29 uses a flat AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. Both smartphones can reach 1200 nits peak brightness. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) Oppo F29 Pro has a 6,000 mAh battery supported by an 80 W SUPERVOOC charger while the F29 gets a 6,500 mAh battery along with a 45W SUPERVOOC charger inside the box. Both smartphone support reverse charging. Oppo F29 Pro runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset whereas the F29 uses Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. Both models run on ColorOS 15 based on Android 15. Oppo will offer 2 years of OS updates with 3 years of security patches on the phones. Oppo has used a 50 MP main, a 2 MP depth and a 16 MP selfie camera on the Oppo F29 Pro and the F29. They also have AI features like AI Livephoto, AI Unblur, AI Reflection Remover, and AI Eraser 2.0. The Oppo F29 Pro comes in Marble White and Granite Black starting at ₹27,999 (8 GB/128 GB), ₹29,999 (8 GB/256 GB), and ₹31,999 (12 GB/256 GB) variants, respectively. It will sell on Oppo e-store, Flipkart, Amazon and mainline retail outlet from April 1. Oppo F29 has Solid Purple and Glacier Blue colours. It will come in two variants: ₹23,999 (8 GB/128 GB), ₹25,999 (8 GB/256 GB) variants, respectively. It goes on sale from March 27. Published - March 20, 2025 03:35 pm IST technology (general) / gadgets (general) / PDAs and smartphones Copyright© 2025, THG PUBLISHING PVT LTD. or its affiliated companies. All rights reserved. BACK TO TOP Terms & conditions | Institutional Subscriber Comments have to be in English, and in full sentences. They cannot be abusive or personal. Please abide by our community guidelines for posting your comments. We have migrated to a new commenting platform. If you are already a registered user of The Hindu and logged in, you may continue to engage with our articles. If you do not have an account please register and login to post comments. Users can access their older comments by logging into their accounts on Vuukle.
Rajesh Nambiar was speaking at the IT industry body's Global Confluence 2025 Technology is shaping economies more profoundly than ever before, Nasscom President Rajesh Nambiar said on Thursday as he outlined India's strengths as a global talent hub which positions it as a preferred partner in the global technological ecosystem. Nambiar was speaking at the IT industry body's Global Confluence 2025 here. "Today, the world is in a bit of an inflection point than ever before. Some of the technologies are actually playing a lot more influence on the economic models that we are seeing in the country," he said. Nambiar noted that the world is experiencing a global technological shift, which has created a rising demand for a high-quality talent base to meet the challenges and opportunities of this new landscape. There is no industry or country that is growing without technology playing a leading role. All of them have always been driven by technology to some extent, he said. "A country like India continues to be a partner of choice for the global technological ecosystem," he said. The IT industry is projected to close FY25 with a valuation of approximately $283 billion and is expected to surpass $300 billion in the following year, he stated. He also acknowledged the digital economy's contribution to GDP, which is anticipated to exceed $1 trillion by 2030. India's unmatched technology talent pool stands out as one of its key competitive advantages, he remarked. "This industry employs roughly about 5.8 million people as of today and it continues to grow. We are 28 per cent of the global STEM talent market worldwide. 23 per cent of the software engineering talent is housed in India," he pointed out. Another point that makes India an important partner in the broader global tech ecosystem is its thriving startup and innovation ecosystem, Nambiar further said. With over 34,000 technology startups and 3,600 deep tech startups, the nation's fundamentals are strong, and technologies such as AI and quantum computing are well-established, he said. "The third one is around the very strong digital infrastructure. It is a critical component of what the digital economy depends on and how the economy grows over a period of time," Nambiar said. GCCs, which are growing rapidly, are another positive aspect, he noted. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.) Don't miss the most important news and views of the day. Get them on our Telegram channel First Published: Mar 20 2025 | 2:59 PM IST
Oops, something went wrong Enhancing Precision and Innovation in Neurosurgical Robotics Across China ZHUBEI, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brain Navi Biotechnology, a leading innovator in neurosurgical robotics, has announced a strategic partnership with BenQ Medical Technology to introduce and commercialize the NaoTrac neurosurgical navigation robot in the Chinese market. This collaboration aligns with Brain Navi's 2025 globalization strategy, prioritizing localized partnerships to accelerate market entry and enhance clinical adoption. China's surgical robotics industry is experiencing rapid growth. According to Frost& Sullivan market research, the surgical robot market size is projected to exceed USD 3 billion by 2026 and reach USD 9.5 billion by 2030. As the demand for neurosurgical precision and automation increases, Brain Navi's NaoTrac, a cutting-edge AI-powered navigation system, will play a crucial role in enhancing patient outcomes in neurosurgery. Through this partnership, BenQ Medical Technology will leverage its extensive hospital network across China to facilitate NaoTrac's clinical deployment. This collaboration is further supported by China's 14th Five-Year Plan for the Development of the Medical Equipment Industry, which aims to foster domestic innovation and promote intelligent medical solutions. "This collaboration marks BenQ Medical Technology as a key step in integrating surgical robots and expanding applications in smart operating rooms," said Michael Kuan, the President of BenQ Medical Technology. "With the rapid advancements in AI and robotic technology, intelligent healthcare is the future. Working with Brain Navi, we are committed to driving the adoption of surgical robotics in China, providing patients with precise, safe, and innovative solutions." Dr. Jerry Chen, CEO of Brain Navi, emphasized the importance of regional partnerships, stating, "NaoTrac has been used in some medical centers across Asia, Latin America, and Europe. Partnering with BenQ Medical Technology gives us a robust gateway into the Chinese market, where localization is key to success. By combining our AI-driven surgical technology with BenQ Medical Technology's strong market presence, we are confident in accelerating the adoption of neurosurgical robotics in China." As part of its 2025 strategy, Brain Navi continues to expand its global footprint, with current key focus areas in EMEA, the Asia-Pacific region, and Latin America. The company is committed to providing localized support through distributor empowerment, hospital collaborations, and advanced training programs tailored to the needs of neurosurgeons worldwide. By fostering strong alliances with distributors and hospital networks, the company ensures the seamless integration of neurosurgical robotics into regional healthcare systems. Brain Navi will present NaoTrac at the AANS (American Association of Neurological Surgeons) Annual Meeting, scheduled for April 25–28, 2025, in Boston, MA. This event will offer distributors, hospitals, and neurosurgeons a chance to experience the future of neurosurgical robotics firsthand. About BenQ Medical Technology BenQ Medical Technology, a subsidiary of BenQ Group, is a leading provider of advanced medical devices and healthcare solutions. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Taiwan, the company specializes in surgical equipment, imaging systems, and patient care solutions. With global certifications like ISO 13485 and ISO 9001, BenQ Medical ensures high-quality standards in medical technology. Through innovation and strategic partnerships, the company continues to expand its footprint, delivering intelligent healthcare solutions that enhance patient care and surgical precision worldwide. For more information, visit www.benqmedicaltech.com About Brain Navi: Brain Navi Biotechnology, a leading Taiwanese surgical robotic company, specializes in designing and developing innovative navigation and robotic surgery technologies. Their proprietary Surface Mapping Auto-Registration Technology (SMART) represents a significant surgical breakthrough, integrating machine vision, robotics, and AI for streamlined surgical procedures and real-time imaging, ensuring minimal invasive outcomes. NaoTrac's swift patient registration and automatic surgical instrument registration enable surgeons to plan trajectories effortlessly, and the robot ensures precise autonomous navigation toward the desired target. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/benq-medical-technology-and-brain-navi-align-partnership-to-advance-neurosurgical-robotics-in-china-302406639.html SOURCE Brain Navi
Coast Hotels Limited, one of North America's fastest-growing and one of Canada's largest hotel brands, will implement cloud-based Infor Hospitality applications to better meet and exceed its modern guest expectations. Coast Hotels, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. owns, manages, and franchises properties in cities large and small, as well as in resort destinations throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Yukon, Alaska, Washington State, California, and Hawaii. “As our organization continues to grow, we knew we needed a solid technology framework and partner to help us be more agile and scale at the right pace,” said Takamasa Machiura, President & CEO of Coast Hotels. “With Infor, we know their team will be committed to helping us streamline operations, maximize profitability, and ultimately deliver great guest experiences. By adopting more cloud-based software and keeping our systems modern, we are better supporting our teams to make more informed business decisions in real-time that will support our expansion plans and allow us to compete globally today and in the future in a very competitive market.” Infor HMS is a hotel Property Management System (PMS) built in the cloud that provides hospitality organizations with a reliable hub for operations, tools to create clarity around business data, and the ability to establish a solid foundation to consistently deliver an outstanding guest experience. In addition, cloud-based Infor SCS Sales and Event Management automates the entire lifecycle of an organization's events, enabling the creation of memorable experiences efficiently and goals. “The hospitality industry is continuing to adopt modern technology solutions to help optimize operations, deliver a superior guest experience, and meet the challenges of a constantly evolving hospitality space,” said Joe Vargas, senior vice president and general manager, Infor Hospitality. “Dozens of global hotel and resort brands leverage Infor's powerful hospitality cloud solutions to unify and refine hotel operations, deliver superior guest experiences and implement intelligent strategies. We are excited to partner with Coast Hotels on their new modernization and expansion path.” How Cross-Sector Partnerships Can Transform Hotel Operations and Improve the Guest Experience Harnessing the power of revenue management, major hotel and resort brands have seen their revenue numbers increase by millions of dollars. Smaller properties, too, have enjoyed substantial upturns in top-line revenue growth. Fueling this success […] Old Edwards Inn and Spa, a European-style resort nestled in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, has selected Infor to simplify its hotel management and revenue management functions. Implemented across all three of Old Edwards Hospitality […] Jason Floyd is Vice President and General Manager – Hospitality, Infor Hotel Technology News - Weekly Dispatch Want to stay smart, keep current on restaurant technology, too? (If not, please uncheck.) Email address: Copyright © 2024 Starfleet Media. All Rights Reserved.