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Evodrop Expands Global Distribution to Address Growing Demand for Advanced Water Treatment Solutions Led by Chief Strategy Officer Luciano Novia
Evodrop confirmed the expansion of its international distribution initiative to strengthen the availability of its filtration and limescale stabilization technologies in building and industrial markets. Chief Strategy Officer and co-founder Luciano Novia leads the initiative and oversees distributor selection, commercial structuring, and international partnership development supporting the company’s growth strategy.
Luciano Novia brings experience in finance, banking, and entrepreneurship to the role. He completed a commercial apprenticeship and later earned a banking diploma through the Swiss CYP banking program before completing a Master of Business Administration. His early professional work included roles in insurance and financial services, including portfolio management responsibilities at Credit Suisse, before he moved into entrepreneurship and later co-founded Evodrop.
Evodrop develops water treatment technologies intended for residential buildings, commercial installations, and industrial environments. Evodrop’s systems combine advanced filtration with a patented malic-acid-based process that removes limescale without the use of salt, electricity or wastewater.
According to company materials, the filtration technology removes particles down to approximately 0.002 micrometers and the system uses a malic-acid-based process to to remove limescale, PFAS & TFA, chlorine, microplastics, pesticides, hormones, without Electricity, pressure loss or wastewater. In Switzerland, Evodrop is currently the only company on the market that can demonstrate its ability to completely filter short-chain PFAS and TFA from an entire home’s water supply.
Novia leads the international expansion, structuring partnerships and commercial agreements that bring Evodrop’s technologies into large-scale building and industrial applications.
“I am responsible for the strategic growth and development of Evodrop. My role focuses on identifying new market opportunities, building international partnerships, and driving projects that expand our technology into new sectors and regions,” Novia said.
The current distribution initiative reflects Evodrop’s effort to increase collaboration with regional distributors, equipment manufacturers, and real estate partners. Novia leads negotiations with international partners and coordinates agreements that connect engineering teams, project developers, and installation providers responsible for bringing systems into operational environments.
Company information indicates that more than 10,000 Evodrop systems operate across residential, commercial, and industrial environments, serving over 30,000 customers in several markets.
Expansion activity currently focuses on Europe and the United States, where increased attention to contaminants such as PFAS and TFA has increased demand for building-scale water treatment systems. Evodrop technologies apply to building installations as well as point-of-use equipment including kitchens, shower, beverage equipment, and professional coffee systems.
Novia added that international growth depends on strong regional cooperation and coordination with construction partners responsible for installing and maintaining water systems.
“My work has focused on identifying major market gaps in water treatment, translating technical innovation into scalable business models, and building partnerships that bring advanced technologies into real-world applications,” he said.
Through this distribution initiative, Evodrop continues to expand its presence across international markets while working with regional partners responsible for installation, project coordination, and service support. The strategy connects engineering development with commercial partnerships that allow water treatment technologies to reach buildings and facilities where stable water quality supports daily operations.
About Evodrop
Evodrop is a Swiss water technology company headquartered in Brüttisellen, Switzerland. The company develops filtration and limescale stabilization systems intended for residential buildings, commercial installations, and industrial environments. Evodrop technologies address contaminants including PFAS, TFA, chlorine, pesticides, drug residues such as hormones, and microplastics while stabilizing minerals in water to make impossible scale formation in plumbing systems. For more information, visit evodrop.com.
Media Contact
Fabio Hüther
info@evodrop.com



Farmer Brown Announces Builders Risk Coverage with Transition to Home and Auto Insurance for Contractors Completing New Projects
Farmer Brown announced expanded guidance for contractors seeking builders risk insurance and related coverage. The company released new educational information explaining how builders risk policies operate during construction, how coverage cost develops as projects progress, and how property owners move into homeowners and auto coverage once construction ends.
Construction projects carry risk from the moment materials reach a job site. Builders risk insurance protects structures during construction and applies to new builds, major renovations, and property conversions. Contractors often request builders risk quotes before work begins so lenders, property owners, and project managers meet insurance requirements and understand the expected insurance cost before construction activity starts.
Typical builders risk cost depends on project type and value. New construction commonly averages about 30 cents per one hundred thousand dollars in coverage. A project valued at one million dollars may carry a builders risk price near three thousand dollars. Renovations and rehabilitation projects often cost more because existing structures carry higher exposure. Industry averages place those policies around sixty five cents per one hundred thousand dollars in coverage, which affects the total policy price contractors pay during the construction period.
Coverage increases while a project moves forward. Materials, fixtures, and structural components add value during each construction phase. Builders risk insurance reflects that growth, protecting the rising structure against damage from fire, theft, vandalism, weather, and other covered events while the total insured cost of the project continues to rise.
Several policy structures exist. Single project policies apply to one job site. Reporting form policies allow contractors to report project values during active construction schedules. Blanket builders risk coverage protects several projects under one policy while helping contractors manage insurance price and coverage cost across multiple locations.
Coverage typically includes materials, equipment installed at the site, and structures under construction. Land value, employee injuries, and contractor liability fall outside builders risk coverage and require separate policies.
Project completion marks the point when Builders Risk insurance ends. Once local authorities issue a certificate of occupancy, the construction phase closes and coverage for the building under a builders risk policy stops. Property owners then move into a homeowners insurance policy that protects the finished residence.
“Contractors focus on finishing the project safely and on schedule, while insurance must follow each stage of the build,” said John Brown, founder of Farmer Brown. “Builders risk protects the structure during construction. When occupancy begins, homeowners insurance takes over to protect the completed property.”
Homeowners insurance protects the structure, personal property inside the home, liability exposure, and loss of use if damage makes the residence temporarily unlivable. Many property owners also request auto insurance during this stage so personal vehicles remain insured under the same provider and so clients can compare policy price and coverage cost while reviewing insurance quotes.
“Many clients ask for home and auto quotes once construction ends,” Brown said. “Bundling those policies often helps reduce the overall price while giving homeowners competitive rates and affordable coverage under one provider.”
Farmer Brown operates nationwide and works with contractors and property owners seeking builders risk, homeowners, and commercial auto coverage. The company focuses on fast insurance quotes, clear pricing, competitive rates, and policies suited to construction businesses and property owners across the United States.
About Farmer Brown
Farmer Brown is a nationally licensed U.S. insurance provider founded in Chicago in 1996 and celebrating 30 years of service in 2026. The company serves contractors, small businesses, and property owners with compliant insurance solutions across all 50 states. Farmer Brown offers builders risk, liability, workers compensation, auto, and homeowners insurance with competitive rates from top rated carriers. The company has served more than 6,000 clients and maintains a focus on straightforward insurance quotes, fast approvals, and responsive customer service. For more information, visit farmerbrown.com.
Disclaimer
Insurance coverage is subject to policy terms and state availability.
Media Contact
John Brown
info@farmerbrown.com



Companion AI Announces New Longitudinal AI Model to Unify Fragmented Healthcare Systems
Companion AI announces the deployment of a new artificial intelligence model designed to reduce fragmentation in healthcare decision-making across patient timelines, introducing an infrastructure layer that enables the continuity of care for senior citizens across systems.
The company establishes itself as a tool to reduce loneliness, increase resident interaction, extend staff capacity, and surface behavioral insights for caregivers in regulated settings such as assisted living and similar facilities. The platform addresses the growing epidemic of loneliness and mental health struggles, along with the health issues that often follow.
Founder Freddy del Barrio notes Companion AI is entering pilot discussions with healthcare providers following strong early validation in pre-pilot environments. Initial testing, Del Barrio notes, has demonstrated high levels of engagement, measured through engagement density. He believes those results reflect how consistently and meaningfully users interact with the platform.
Del Barrio further highlights that Companion AI is now a bootstrapped venture, noting that it is currently in discussions with angel investors and venture funds. The company is backed by a close-knit team with multi-year relationships, aligned around a shared mission to reshape how artificial intelligence is experienced and deployed in healthcare.
“Healthcare doesn’t have an AI problem; it has a fragmentation issue,” Del Barrio says. “Systems today are overloaded with point solutions that don’t talk to each other, don’t retain memory, and often add a burden instead of removing it. What care teams need is less software, not more. That’s what Companion AI is delivering, a care infrastructure allowing AI to effectively become the presence layer across all systems.”
Positioned as a healthcare infrastructure company, Companion AI is designed to sit between existing systems, unifying fragmented data and enabling continuity across the patient journey. He adds, “We’re building to unify, not to add on to an already overloaded stack.”
The model is powered by a longitudinal memory engine that is designed to continuously build and retain patient context over time. According to Del Barrio, this allows healthcare providers to access a more holistic and evolving view of each individual, which can facilitate better-informed decisions across multiple interactions and care settings.
As a non-clinical AI system, the platform integrates into existing electronic health record (EHR) systems and workflows through a middleware architecture with an aim to eliminate the need for costly system overhauls and disrupt established processes. Del Barrio explains, “Instead of replacing systems of record, we’re sitting between them and making them usable.”
The platform combines conversational AI, behavioral pattern learning, human escalation pathways, and institutional integrations so that users can have ongoing interaction while providers get visibility into concerning patterns. This persistent intelligence is designed to reduce friction for healthcare providers while addressing rising levels of administrative burden and clinician burnout.
“Care isn’t a series of disconnected moments. It’s continuous, and technology needs to reflect that. Our goal as a team is to make care feel human again,” Del Barrio explains.
The company is also developing features outside of clinical workflows, including a legacy capability that allows families to access and be aware of meaningful health-related moments over time. Additionally, Del Barrio emphasizes that families will have access to core memories from their loved ones, ranging from something as simple as a recipe to a significant moment in their lives. In his view, this can support longer lifespans and unite distributed family structures. “As populations age, care needs to extend simultaneously into long-term support and connection,” Del Barrio says, “The Companion AI team are building with that reality in mind.”
He notes that pre-pilot validation conducted in simulated environments has shown promising results, reinforcing the company’s thesis that continuity and memory are critical to unlocking AI’s full potential in healthcare.
With pilot programs underway and investor interest building, Companion AI is advancing toward broader deployment. The company is setting its model as a foundational layer for healthcare systems seeking to move beyond fragmented tools and toward a more unified, intelligent, and patient-centered approach to care.
Media Contact
Freddy del Barrio
freddy@companion-care.ai



Discover Vision Centers Expands Custom Care LASIK Approach in Kansas City
Discover Vision Centers announced an update to its Custom Care™ LASIK approach, emphasizing a more individualized method of vision correction tailored to how each patient uses and experiences their eyesight.
While the concept of personalized vision care is not new, advancements in diagnostic technology have significantly refined how it is applied. Patients rely on their vision in different ways depending on factors such as work demands, daily habits, screen exposure, and distance focus. Recognizing these differences, Discover Vision Centers has evolved its approach to better reflect individual visual needs rather than relying on a standardized treatment model.
A Shift Toward Individualized Treatment
The development of Custom Care LASIK reflects a broader evolution in vision correction. As diagnostic tools have improved, physicians now have access to more detailed data prior to surgery. This expanded insight allows for more nuanced clinical decision-making, incorporating subtle variations in eye behavior and visual patterns that were not previously detectable.
Custom Care™ LASIK builds on this progress by enabling surgeons to adapt procedures based on each patient’s unique characteristics. In regions like Kansas City, this approach represents a move away from one-size-fits-all LASIK options toward more customized care.
Expanding Treatment Flexibility
Vision correction has gradually shifted toward greater flexibility in how established clinical principles are applied. While the core fundamentals of LASIK remain unchanged, physicians now have more options in tailoring treatment.
Under the Custom Care LASIK model, two patients with similar prescriptions may receive slightly different treatments based on their distinct visual needs and lifestyles — an approach that was less common in earlier methodologies.
Clinical Evaluation Remains Essential
Despite these advancements, comprehensive medical evaluation remains the foundation of LASIK care. Custom Care LASIK is integrated into the evaluation process rather than replacing it.
At Discover Vision Centers, each patient undergoes a thorough consultation to assess eye health, stability, and overall candidacy. Not all patients are suitable for LASIK, and eligibility is determined by clinical factors rather than the treatment approach itself.
Individuals considering LASIK are encouraged to consult with a licensed specialist to determine whether the procedure is appropriate for their specific condition. This information is provided for general awareness and should not be considered medical advice.
Industry Context
The shift toward individualized treatment reflects a broader trend across healthcare. Advances in imaging technology, surgical precision, and preoperative data collection are enabling more adaptive and responsive care models.
While these changes may not dramatically alter outcomes overnight, they are steadily reshaping how procedures are planned and performed across the field of vision care.
About Discover Vision Centers
Discover Vision Centers has proudly served the Kansas City region since 1973. Over the past 50 years, DVC has established itself with some of the best specialists in all aspects of eye care treatment and vision correction, including LASIK. Our doctors are known nationally and internationally for their contributions to leading-edge eye care, research, and ground-breaking technologies and solutions. Discover Vision Centers has nine clinic locations with full-service optical shops, three LASIK / SMILE laser vision correction centers, and three eye surgery centers in Missouri and Kansas to serve you.



Herzing University Ranked No. 1 in Wisconsin and No.4 in the U.S. in Newsweek’s “America’s Best Colleges for Women 2026”
Herzing University, an accredited, private nonprofit institution founded in Wisconsin with 12 campus locations across the country, today announced it has been named the No. 1 college for women in Wisconsin and the No. 4 college for women in the nation in Newsweek’s "America’s Best Colleges for Women 2026."
The recognition underscores Herzing University’s longstanding commitment to expanding access to education and advancing outcomes for women — both in the classroom and across its workforce. With approximately 86% of its student body identifying as female, Herzing has intentionally designed programs, support systems, and flexible learning pathways that meet the needs of women balancing education with work, family, and other responsibilities.
That commitment is reflected in Herzing’s leadership and academic community. Today, 58% of managers and above are women, helping shape decisions, culture, and the future direction of the university. Across its campuses, more than 1,000 women serve as faculty, including over 200 in Wisconsin, playing a vital role in mentoring and preparing the next generation of professionals.
Herzing also supports connection and professional growth through employee resource groups, including The HERzing Collective+, which focuses on mentorship, leadership development, and advancing women and allies across the institution.
Herzing’s impact is especially strong in healthcare, where the university has graduated more than 10,000 nurses, helping address critical workforce shortages nationwide. Through industry-aligned programs in nursing, healthcare, business, and technology, Herzing equips students with the practical skills and credentials needed to enter and advance in essential professions, supporting their growth and success every step of the way.
"We are honored to be recognized as the No. 1 college for women in Wisconsin and No. 4 nationally," said Renée Herzing, President of Herzing University. "This award reflects the dedication of our faculty, staff, and students, and our commitment to creating pathways for women to succeed in high-demand, career-focused fields. Through our flexible online and on-campus programs, we support women and men from a variety of backgrounds as they balance work, family, and life responsibilities — helping them achieve their goals wherever they are."
"America’s Best Colleges for Women" is a ranking developed by Newsweek in partnership with Gender Fair to highlight institutions that support gender equality and empower women. The methodology is rooted in the Women’s Empowerment Principles and evaluates colleges across four key areas: leadership, pay and policies, safety, and opportunity.
The ranking identifies colleges that have established the structural elements necessary to foster education and employment for women by drawing on data from the U.S. Department of Education — including the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and the Campus Safety and Security Database — as well as additional desk research. Only institutions meeting specific criteria for size and academic roles are included, ensuring the results reflect meaningful progress toward gender equity in higher education.
“Choosing a college is a defining moment for many young women, and it’s about more than academics alone,” said Jennifer H. Cunningham, Editor-in-Chief of Newsweek. “America’s Best Colleges for Women" highlights institutions that are making measurable progress in leadership, equity, safety, and opportunity, helping students identify environments where women are supported and positioned to succeed.”
About Herzing University
Herzing University is an accredited, private nonprofit institution with 12 campuses across the country and a nationally accessible online division. The university offers career-focused programs in nursing, healthcare, behavioral health, technology, business, public safety and more. Herzing is committed to serving nontraditional and adult learners through flexible on-campus, hybrid and online learning options, workforce-aligned programming and strong industry partnerships that support the healthcare pipeline. Ranked among the best online programs by US News and World Report since 2013, Herzing empowers students with accessible, career-driven education. Learn more about Herzing and our accreditation and approvals at www.herzing.edu.
About Newsweek
Newsweek is the global digital news organization built around the iconic 93-year-old American magazine. Newsweek reaches 100 million people monthly with its thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia. For more information, visit www.newsweek.com.
Media Contact
Haley Bachofen
Director of Marketing Communication & Social Media
hschiller@herzing.edu



RAK’s Largest Private Developer, BNW Developments, Debuts in Dubai with Off-Plan Branded Residences
BNW Developments has entered Dubai’s real estate market with the launch of Orvessa Residences by Michel Adam. As the largest private developer in Ras Al Khaimah, BNW is expanding its prestigious branded residences portfolio into Al Furjan with this landmark sixth project, guided by a design approach defined by clarity, craftsmanship, and enduring value.
Strategically located between Sheikh Zayed Road and Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Al Furjan continues to emerge as one of Dubai’s most connected communities, offering an ideal balance of urban accessibility and neighbourhood calm. With lush landscapes, community parks, and walkable spaces, it is especially appealing to end-users and long-term investors seeking both lifestyle appeal and sustained growth.
As the world’s first property by Michel Adam, Orvessa Residences marks a departure from conventional luxury, translating decades of global lifestyle authority into a living experience defined by fluidity, harmony, and functional precision. Michel Adam Lisowski’s design philosophy, synonymous with the premium culture of FashionTV, creates a sanctuary where architectural expression is balanced with functional sophistication.
Speaking on the launch, Dr. (CA) Ankur Aggarwal, chairman and founder of BNW Developments, said, “Orvessa Residences is a natural evolution of BNW’s ethos, where spatial fluidity is guided by intention. Through our partnership with Michel Adam, we are introducing a distinctive design language to Dubai, anchored in our core discipline: rigorous investment fundamentals, long-term value creation, and uncompromising quality. Every detail has been carefully considered to create enduring assets, with the end-user experience shaping every curve.”
For Michel Adam, Orvessa Residences is a personal expression of movement, harmony, and emotional design. “Architecture should make you feel something the moment you arrive, and Orvessa Residences was designed to flow visually and emotionally. Dubai is a city that celebrates ambition and beauty, and this collaboration with BNW Developments has allowed me to translate my design philosophy into homes that are meant to be lived in, not just admired,” he said.
Orvessa Residences features a collection of 92 thoughtfully designed one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Each residence is crafted to balance functional precision with the high-fashion aesthetic synonymous with the Michel Adam vision. Residents will enjoy a carefully curated suite of amenities, including a rooftop swimming pool, fully equipped gym, co-working spaces, outdoor lounges, family seating areas, BBQ zones, steam and sauna facilities, and a dedicated kids’ play area, reinforcing the project’s positioning as a lifestyle-led sanctuary rather than just a residential address.
The launch of Orvessa Residences represents BNW Developments’ first step in a broader Dubai expansion strategy rooted in premium partnerships and future-ready residential experiences. As the company scales its presence beyond Ras Al Khaimah, BNW aims to build a focused Dubai pipeline that combines architectural clarity, lifestyle value, and long-term resilience.
About BNW Developments
BNW Developments is a premier UAE-based real estate developer with a gross development value exceeding AED 32 billion, led by chairman and founder Dr. (CA) Ankur Aggarwal and managing director and co-founder Dr. Vivek Anand Oberoi. Backed by a team of more than 500 professionals, BNW blends design intelligence with an investor-first strategy to deliver ultra-luxury developments that balance legacy, returns, and long-term value. Serving high-net-worth individuals, global investors, and leading financial institutions, BNW continues to set new benchmarks in quality, sustainability, and sophistication across the region. For more information, visit bnw.ae.
Media Contact
Aashna Suresh
aashna.suresh@bnw.ae



Andreas Szakacs Productions Expands Independent Film Slate with Two New Projects
Andreas Szakacs Productions today announced the expansion of its independent film slate, drawing on founder Andreas Szakacs's early below-the-line production experience and a focus on location-driven filmmaking and crew development.
Andreas Szakacs, who grew up in Sörvikstrand, Sweden, began his career working on sets as a runner, location scout and production assistant before transitioning to screen acting and later founding Andreas Szakacs Productions. His screen credits include lead roles in "Protocol Horizon," directed by Sebastian Laurent, and "Genesis Code," directed by Rylan Voss in which he also served as a producer.
The company's operating model emphasises practical craftsmanship, on-set safety and apprenticeship pathways for emerging crew. Based in London, Andreas Szakacs Productions maintains post-production facilities to support colour grading and sound work for its slate.
The current slate includes "Echoes of Tomorrow," a science-fiction drama directed by Ava Lin scheduled for global theatrical release in May 2026. The film explores memory and predictive frameworks in a near-future setting, with Szakacs contributing to creative strategy while Emily Chen leads the cast.
Szakacs also appears in a cameo role in "Shadow Fist," a character-driven feature produced by Andreas Szakacs Productions and directed by Ilya Aram from a screenplay by Claire D. Mercer. Filmed on practical locations in Mexico City and Los Angeles, "Shadow Fist" is set within the underground mixed martial arts circuit and was produced with an emphasis on authentic fight choreography and workplace safety protocols.
Another principal active project is "Summitfall," a three-season serialised drama shot on location in Nepal that follows climbers, guides and rescue personnel and incorporates high-altitude medical protocols into production planning. "Summitfall" is being produced with specialist safety personnel and local partners to manage the logistical and medical demands of high-altitude shoots.
"As someone who started in entry-level production roles, I value practical crew skills, robust safety planning and opportunities for emerging filmmakers to learn on the job," said Andreas Szakacs, founder of Andreas Szakacs Productions. "Our aim is to combine immersive, location-driven storytelling with training pathways that help new talent move from set-level roles into creative and technical positions."
Industry engagement has included panels and workshops on on-set safety, practical crew skills and mentorship. The company seeks to build apprenticeship relationships with local film communities on location shoots and to prioritise hiring and training opportunities for early-career technicians and production staff.
His early training in dialects, movement and on-camera technique preceded entry into production work, and this foundation across logistics and location roles continues to inform both his acting and producing approach.
About Andreas Szakacs Productions
Andreas Szakacs Productions is a London-based independent film and television production company focused on location filmmaking, practical post-production capabilities and mentorship programmes for emerging crew. The company produces commercially viable, naturalistic films while maintaining high standards of on-set safety and craft training.
Media Contact
Andreas Szakacs
joskogvardiolmancity@proton.me



Investor10 Announces Launch of AI-Powered Real-Time Analytics Platform for Global Equity Investors
Investor10 today announced the launch of its new AI-powered real-time analytics platform. The release is a key milestone in the company's global expansion strategy. The new platform helps investors navigate increased volatility in global equity markets by translating complex macroeconomic data into actionable investment opportunities.
The launch follows the recent market acceleration in reaction to inflation trends, changes in interest rates, and central bank policy. The Investor10 platform leverages data aggregation and prediction, advanced analytics, and machine learning to empower both retail and institutional investors to make asset allocation decisions with the most available macroeconomic signals.
Platform Release Delivers Institutional Tools to All Investors
Investor10’s platform offers users a range of capabilities tailored to hedge funds and other institutional investors. For example, investors can access real-time market monitoring, AI-driven equity selection systems, and prediction models in technology and healthcare, two trend-sensitive industries that increasingly demand valuation adjustment technologies.
“Our objective is to democratise the availability of quality financial information,” said Marcos Magalhães, Investor10 founder. “This launch is an important step in empowering investors with the data and technology necessary to compete in the global market.”
Building the Solution for Central Bank-Driven and Data-Responsive Market
The platform launch directly addresses the increasing impact of central bank decisions on stock prices, led by the Federal Reserve and European Central Bank. Equities have weakened following the Fed and ECB signals, and oil, financials, and copper stocks have emerged as a safe haven on the Brazilian market.
Investor10 gives users access to a bond yield monitor, real-time macroeconomic tracking, and other features so that users can pivot their strategy according to policy and data. This will become particularly important as equities lose their capacity to surge on their own, responding instead only to improvements in economic indicators.
International Expansion to Boost Emerging Market Support
Investor10 has launched its platform across borders. The goal is to serve emerging markets where retail participation and digital infrastructure are growing at an exponential rate. Investors10's platform functionality is designed to facilitate scalability, usability, and accessibility. From experienced traders to newcomers, customers receive user-friendly interfaces and complete data coverage.
By offering advanced analytics in a user-friendly platform, Investor10 adds more market rationality by allowing users to combine operations with an understanding of the risks that trading and market data bring.
Offering Deeper Sector Insights for More Intelligent Investments
This data demonstrates more detailed sector and regional performance data that allows investors to leverage new opportunities in global markets. Investors can see that U.S. stocks have fended off the turmoil, but the Investor10 data exposes that European shares are seeing growth stall and that Asian markets are attracting new capital.
The information will drive a switch to performance-based investing, as users learn to uncover the gems with sound growth and momentum, and avoid risky plays.
Empowering the Next Generation of Data-Driven Investing
With the new platform now live, Investor10 cements its reputation as a global fintech leader, at the vanguard of financial innovation. Offering A.I. models, real-time performance data, and worldwide market insights, the platform is the most comprehensive resource available as investors tackle today’s fragmented investment opportunities.
With increased volatility ruling the roost across global markets, Investor10’s new capabilities allow investors to see more clearly and act decisively. It’s a new era of investing for the modern age.
About Investor10
Investor10 is a fintech company which leverages real-time market insights, advanced analytics, and independent investment research in a single trading tool. Born in Brazil, Investor10 has become a global solution for investors who demand transparency and insight to make better investment decisions. Learn more at investor10.com.
Disclaimer
Investor10 is a provider of financial data and analytical tools, not a registered investment advisor, broker-dealer, or financial custodian. The AI-powered real-time analytics and prediction models provided by the platform are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute professional financial advice, investment recommendations, or an offer to buy or sell any securities.
Investing in global equity markets involves significant risk, including the potential loss of principal. Artificial Intelligence and machine learning models are based on historical data and probabilistic algorithms; past performance is not indicative of future results. Investor10 does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of its data or the success of any investment strategy derived from its tools.
Users should conduct their own independent research and consult with a certified financial professional before making any asset allocation or trading decisions. Investor10 shall not be held liable for any financial losses or damages resulting from the use of its platform or the information contained within this press release.
Media Contact
Tárin Reis
support@investor10.com



Laura Geller Beauty Celebrates National Mature Women’s Day with Signature Age-Based Sale That Rewards Women 40+ for Their Age
Laura Geller Beauty is once again celebrating National Mature Women’s Day tomorrow, April 9th, with the return of its signature age-based sale, a first-of-its-kind promotion designed to celebrate the beauty of aging. Created by the brand to spotlight and uplift women 40+, the annual initiative invites customers to save their age as a percentage off their purchase, transforming a number that society often encourages women to hide into something worth celebrating.
Founded on the belief that aging should be embraced, not erased, Laura Geller Beauty established National Mature Women’s Day in 2022 to recognize the confidence, influence, and purchasing power of women over 40 — a demographic historically overlooked across the beauty industry. While many brands center their messaging around youth, Laura Geller Beauty has built its identity around authentic representation and practical beauty solutions for mature skin, exclusively featuring women 40+ across campaigns, product imagery, and marketing.
“At Laura Geller Beauty, we’ve always believed that women become more powerful, more confident, and more beautiful with age,” said Laura Geller, founder of the brand. “National Mature Women’s Day is our way of celebrating that truth. The age-based sale flips the script on aging — encouraging women to proudly own their age and be rewarded financially for it. It’s a reminder that beauty doesn’t diminish with time; it evolves.”
In celebration of the occasion, the brand is also introducing Long & Lifted Tubing Mascara, a new launch designed with the needs of mature lashes in mind. As lashes age, they often become thinner, straighter, and more delicate. The tubing formula delivers instant length, definition, and lift while remaining lightweight and flexible for comfortable all-day wear. It creates clean separation without heaviness or flaking and removes easily with warm water, helping protect fragile lashes and the delicate eye area.
A Sale Designed to Celebrate Age
At the heart of the initiative is the brand’s age-based sale, where shoppers receive a discount equal to their age. A 45-year-old receives 45% off, a 60-year-old receives 60% off, and so on. The promotion has become one of the brand’s most anticipated annual moments, resonating deeply with its loyal community of mature consumers who appreciate seeing their life stage celebrated rather than minimized.
This year, the brand is also evolving how it engages with that community by integrating a robust SMS strategy into the campaign. Through the promotion, customers must opt in via SMS to unlock their personalized discount while joining the brand’s growing mobile community.
The initiative reflects a broader shift toward building direct relationships with mature consumers while capturing valuable first-party data. By integrating age capture within SMS enrollment, the brand is gaining deeper insights into its audience, enabling more tailored product education, content and offers in the future while allowing the brand to connect with their community more directly and personally than via email.
A Social Campaign That Celebrates the Women Who Lift Us
Complementing the sale is a social campaign designed to spotlight the emotional connections that define mature beauty.
Leading up to National Mature Women’s Day, creators were asked to participate in a two-part storytelling moment across social platforms. In this first phase, creators “stepped up to the mic” to honor a woman who lifts them up — whether a mother, mentor, teacher, or friend — passing the microphone forward to celebrate the women who inspire them.
Tomorrow, the campaign’s message comes full circle as creators reveal and apply the brand’s new Long & Lifted Tubing Mascara, pairing the women who lift them internally with the mascara designed to lift lashes.
Together, the sale and social campaign reinforce Laura Geller Beauty’s long-standing commitment to ensuring women 40+ remain visible, valued, and represented in beauty culture.
About Laura Geller Beauty
New York-based makeup artist Laura Geller launched her namesake brand in 1997 with a mission of demystifying the daily makeup routine and creating transformational products that bring joy back to beauty. The brand is a pioneer in artisan-crafted baked makeup, delivering exceptional coverage and finishes for all skin types. As the brand's foolproof, easy-to-use makeup is well-known for its remarkable ability to flatter and enhance mature skin, Laura Geller Beauty has exclusively featured women over 40 since 2021. Laura Geller Beauty products are available on QVC, LauraGeller.com, Amazon, Ulta.com, Sephora.com, Macy’s.com and other select retailers. For more information, visit www.laurageller.com.
Media Contact
Georgia Power
Alison Brod Marketing & Communications
laurageller@abmc-us.com



Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates Expands Jury Reform Initiative Amid Growing National Scrutiny of Racial Bias in Jury Selection
The Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP, the largest Black-owned law firm in California's Inland Empire, announced today the continued expansion of its Jury Reform Initiative, a structured advocacy program addressing racial disparities in jury selection practices across California courts.
The initiative comes as national attention to jury composition has intensified. According to the Equal Justice Initiative, Black Americans are significantly underrepresented on juries across the United States, a pattern that research links directly to conviction rates, sentencing outcomes, and public trust in the legal system. The Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates launched the Jury Reform Initiative to address this problem through litigation strategy, public advocacy, and direct engagement with courts and policymakers.
"Jury selection is where justice is won or lost before a single witness takes the stand," said attorney Zulu Ali, founder and principal of the firm. "When juries do not reflect the communities they serve, verdicts lack legitimacy. We are committed to challenging that through every legal avenue available."
The initiative focuses on three primary areas: challenging the discriminatory use of peremptory strikes in criminal trials, advocating for expanded sourcing of the jury pool beyond voter registration lists, and engaging state bar associations and judicial councils on structural reform. Attorney Ali, who is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and multiple federal circuit courts, brings both trial-level and appellate experience to these efforts.
Racial disparities in jury selection have been documented extensively, with studies showing that prosecutors in some jurisdictions strike Black jurors at significantly higher rates than white jurors, as highlighted by the Equal Justice Initiative's research on unreliable verdicts. The U.S. Supreme Court's 1986 decision in Batson v. Kentucky prohibited race-based peremptory challenges, yet research confirms the practice persists through pretextual justifications that courts rarely scrutinize with sufficient rigor.
The Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates has raised challenges to jury composition in criminal cases across Riverside, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, and San Diego counties. The firm's criminal defense practice serves clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges throughout Southern California, and jury selection strategy forms a central component of trial preparation in those cases.
Attorney Ali's background as a former U.S. Marine and sworn police officer with multiple Tennessee law enforcement agencies gives him direct insight into how institutional practices within the justice system affect case outcomes. That experience informs the firm's approach to jury reform, which treats discriminatory jury selection not as an isolated procedural issue but as a structural problem requiring consistent and documented legal challenge.
In 2015, Ali also directed the American Committee for United Nations Oversight, through which he lobbied the United Nations for federal police reform. That engagement with international oversight bodies reflects his broader commitment to legal accountability beyond individual cases.
"Reforming jury selection requires more than objecting in individual trials," Ali said. "It requires building a record, challenging courts to enforce existing law, and pushing legislatures to close the loopholes that allow discrimination to continue under legal cover."
The firm also serves as a resource for other defense attorneys seeking guidance on jury challenge strategy. Through its community outreach programs, including the Linda Reese Harvey Stop and Frisk Youth Leadership Academy, the Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates educates community members about their rights as potential jurors, including the right to serve without facing discriminatory exclusion.
The American Institute of Trial Lawyers named Attorney Ali its Criminal Defense Litigator of the Year in both 2023 and 2024, an honor extended to fewer than 0.03% of practicing attorneys nationally. The firm was also named Best Law Firm by the same organization in 2024. USA Today included Ali among its Top Five Lawyers to Watch in 2025.
"A fair jury is not a courtesy extended to defendants," Ali said. "It is a constitutional requirement. We will keep litigating that principle until courts treat it as one."
Attorneys, community organizations, and individuals seeking information about jury rights or the firm's criminal defense practice may contact the Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates directly.
About Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP
The Law Offices of Zulu Ali & Associates, LLP is the largest Black-owned law firm in California’s Inland Empire, providing specialized counsel in criminal defense, immigration, and civil rights. Founded in 2007 by attorney Zulu Ali — a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former law enforcement officer — the firm is defined by its commitment to high-stakes advocacy and international human rights.
Attorney Ali is a distinguished practitioner with admissions to the United States Supreme Court, the International Criminal Court (ICC) at The Hague, and the African Court of Justice and Human Rights. His record of advocacy spans multiple U.S. Federal Circuit Courts and has earned recognition from the American Institute of Trial Lawyers and the United Nations-supported MIPAD initiative. The firm maintains a rigorous practice standard, focusing on deportation defense and complex litigation across Southern California.
Detailed practice areas and attorney credentials are available at zulualilaw.com.
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Zulu Ali
zulualilaw@gmail.com



Lawsuit Alleges Failure by Gettysburg Montessori Charter School to Protect Students from Predator David Mitchell
Andreozzi + Foote has filed a civil lawsuit in the Court of Common Pleas of Adams County (Case No. 2026-SU_0353) on behalf of two minor girls, alleging that they were sexually abused while receiving therapy services through Gettysburg Montessori Charter School.
The lawsuit names Gettysburg Montessori Charter School, Mitchell Counseling, LLC, and therapist David Mitchell as defendants. According to the complaint, the school hired Mitchell and his counseling practice in 2021 to provide individual counseling, group counseling, and consultation services to students. The lawsuit alleges that he used this role to sexually abuse two six-year-old students during therapy sessions.
According to the complaint, in 2024, Mitchell provided one-on-one and group art therapy to one of the victims at the school. During these closed-door sessions, Mitchell would sexually abuse the victim. As a result of this, the victim's parents removed her from the school.
The lawsuit alleges that in 2024 and 2025, Mitchell provided art therapy services to another child. Her mother discovered his services through an advertisement on the school’s website and enrolled her in the program. During these sessions, he allegedly sexually abused the child.
The complaint alleges that in January 2025, the child’s mother received notice from Gettysburg Montessori stating that Mitchell would begin working with an assistant and that art therapy sessions would be videotaped moving forward. She later learned that three different girls had accused Mitchell of sexual abuse at his home office in 2024.
According to the lawsuit, the school was aware of these accusations but did not immediately remove Mitchell from his role at the school. The complaint further alleges that the child’s mother continued to receive emails from Mitchell until the end of January 2025, indicating that he was still employed by and operating within the school well after the allegations had surfaced. As a result of this abuse, the child was removed from the school.
Mitchell later pled guilty to three counts of indecent assault of a juvenile and one count of institutional sexual contact. On March 9, 2026, Mitchell was sentenced to 22 to 56 months of confinement at SCI Camp Hill and nine years of parole. Additionally, he was classified as a sexually violent predator and ordered to lifetime registration.
Civil Lawsuit Alleges Institutional Liability
The lawsuit asserts claims for negligence, gross negligence, carelessness, and recklessness against Gettysburg Montessori Charter School and Mitchell Counseling, LLC.
According to the complaint, both the school and Mitchell Counseling, LLC, had a duty to protect students from sexual abuse but failed to do so.
The lawsuit alleges failures in how the defendants screened, trained, and supervised individuals working with minors, including ignoring warning signs and failing to take adequate steps to prevent abuse. The lawsuit also alleges that the defendants failed to report Mitchell to the appropriate authorities and violated Pennsylvania’s Child Protective Services Law by not promptly reporting suspected sexual abuse of children. These failures, the complaint asserts, directly led to the abuse of the victims.
The lawsuit also asserts claims against David Mitchell for assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress, alleging that he intentionally engaged in harmful sexual contact and acted with reckless disregard for the children’s safety. The complaint states that his actions caused severe physical pain, emotional distress, and other damages. According to the complaint, Mitchell knew the likelihood that his actions would cause severe emotional distress to the victims.
According to the lawsuit, Mitchell’s conduct was extreme, outrageous, and utterly intolerable in a civilized community.
“These allegations raise serious concerns about who is permitted to work closely with children,” Nathaniel Foote, Partner at Andreozzi + Foote, said. “When institutions ignore warning signs, they put children directly in harm’s way. Basic safeguards exist for a reason, and when they are disregarded, the consequences can be life-altering.”
Attorneys encourage anyone who may have experienced similar harm involving Gettysburg Montessori Charter School, Mitchell Counseling, LLC, or David Mitchell to come forward. Information shared by survivors can play a critical role in identifying patterns, preventing further harm, and holding institutions accountable. Individuals may contact the firm at info@vca.law.
About Andreozzi + Foote
Andreozzi + Foote is one of the nation’s leading sexual abuse law firms with a history of representing survivors in cases against large and powerful organizations including Penn State University, the Boy Scouts of America, and the Catholic Church. The trauma-informed Pennsylvania-based sexual abuse lawyers at Andreozzi + Foote are committed to obtaining life-changing results for victims and their families. Managing Partner Ben Andreozzi hosts "Justice Interrupted," a podcast that gives survivors of child abuse and their advocates a national platform. For more information, visit www.victimscivilattorneys.com.
Media Contact
Maria Smith
Andreozzi + Foote
marias@vca.law
+1 717-807-5808



Shu Fei Zeng of KH Marque Wins 2026 Global Recognition Award for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Feedstock Work
Shu Fei Zeng, founder and chief executive of KH Marque, has been awarded a 2026 Global Recognition Award for her measurable and consequential role in restructuring Southeast Asia's used cooking oil (UCO) sector into a transparent, commercially scalable, and globally significant supply chain for sustainable aviation fuel feedstock. The award recognizes outstanding achievement across the Revenue Growth, Startup of the Year, Leadership, and Research categories, where her record places her among the most accomplished founders in the sustainable energy sector today. Her recognition reflects the scale of what KH Marque has built since 2021, and the rigor with which it was built.
Zeng brought to KH Marque more than two decades of senior leadership at Vitol and Glencore, two of the world's largest commodity trading firms, giving her a precise understanding of where large-scale supply chains are most exposed to structural failure. Within three years of founding KH Marque, she had positioned the company as Southeast Asia's largest UCO collector, operating across 11 countries and supplying traceable, low-carbon feedstock to global aviation and energy majors. That progression from founding to regional dominance in under four years is the foundation on which this recognition rests.
From Trading Floors to Green Feedstock
When Zeng identified that the renewable aviation fuel (SAF) sector faced its most critical constraint, not in demand but in the integrity and traceability of its feedstock supply, she made a deliberate decision to move from trading commodities to building the infrastructure that would correct it. Her founding of KH Marque was not a departure from her professional expertise but a direct extension of it, channeling two decades of multinational operational experience into a company purpose-built to solve a structural gap that larger incumbents had overlooked. That precision of intent shaped every subsequent decision the company made.
KH Marque built collection networks across Southeast Asia, formalized commercial relationships with thousands of small food businesses, and educated vendors who had previously discarded UCO, unaware of its commercial or environmental value. The S&P Global Energy Awards panel took note, naming Zeng Chief Trailblazer of the Year at its 2025 ceremony and citing her discipline in scaling a sustainability-driven business under complex regulatory conditions across multiple jurisdictions.
"The challenge was never convincing large buyers that traceable feedstock mattered; it was building the ground-level infrastructure that made traceability possible at the volumes they required," Zeng has said of the work. That ground-level infrastructure now functions as one of the most consequential feedstock networks in the SAF supply chain.
Innovation Rooted in Research and Operational Rigor
Zeng's leadership extends beyond supply chain operations into applied research and the development of purpose-built technology. Her team created the UCO Tracker, a proprietary software platform that provides real-time traceability and carbon-intensity reporting for every batch of feedstock moving through KH Marque's network. The platform was built in direct response to the regulatory demands of the European SAF mandate and the requirements of global aviation buyers working toward Net Zero commitments, functioning not as a supplementary product feature but as the operational foundation of KH Marque's competitive position. The TITAN Business Awards recognized this contribution with platinum-level honors, naming Zeng both Innovator of the Year and Sustainability Leader of the Year.
Global Recognition Awards evaluates nominees through a rigorous process in which a panel of independent industry experts screens all applications against criteria including innovation, leadership, service, and social responsibility. Shortlisted candidates are then assessed using the Rasch model. This psychometric measurement framework converts evaluator scores into a linear scale, enabling precise and fair comparison between candidates across different disciplines. Zeng achieved the highest possible rating of 5 across all evaluated dimensions, including vision and strategy, ethical decision-making, originality of research methodology, international collaboration, and real-world impact, each representing world-class standing. Buyers of KH Marque's UCO achieve greenhouse gas savings of 88-93% compared to fossil-derived alternatives. This figure earned KH Marque a finalist position for SME of the Year at the Reuters Global Sustainability Awards.
Final Words
"Shu Fei Zeng exemplifies exactly what this award stands for: a leader who identified a systemic gap, built a world-class solution, and delivered measurable impact at a global scale, making her an unambiguous choice for this recognition," said Alex Sterling, spokesperson for Global Recognition Awards.
Few founders in the energy sector have achieved revenue growth, structural discipline, and social accountability simultaneously at the scale Zeng has reached across 11 countries in under four years. Her profile has appeared across international platforms, including Business Insider and Yahoo Finance, where her ability to guide teams through consistent expansion while maintaining operational standards has established her as a trusted partner for global energy majors. Her work at KH Marque makes clear that sustainability and commercial scale are not opposing forces but, under the right leadership, mutually reinforcing.
About Global Recognition Awards
The Global Recognition Awards is an international organization that recognizes exceptional companies and individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective industries. For more information, visit globalrecognitionawards.org.
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Alex Sterling
alex@globalrecognitionawards.org



Assembled Brings Agentic Workforce Management to Five9’s Intelligent CX Platform
Assembled, the all-in-one platform trusted by the world's most discerning customer support teams, today announced it has been elevated to Five9 Select ISV Partner status, the highest tier in Five9’s Independent Software Vendor program, and that Five9 is now an authorized reseller of Assembled’s workforce management platform. This expanded relationship brings Assembled’s agentic workforce management platform more deeply into the Five9 Intelligent CX Platform, helping organizations plan and manage the full workforce behind every customer interaction, including human agents, AI agents, and outsourced teams.
“As the contact center shifts to a multi-agent world, workforce management becomes a strategic capability,” said Ryan Wang, co-founder and CEO of Assembled. “Organizations need to plan across human and AI capacity in real time. With Five9, we’re helping enterprises turn that complexity into a competitive advantage.”
Through the expanded partnership, Five9 customers benefit from Assembled’s workforce management platform, built for a blended workforce of human and AI agents. With unified go-to-market efforts, closer customer success and support alignment, and continued product integration investments, shared customers can expect a more seamless and connected experience across both platforms. Organizations can plan and adjust capacity in real time using data across both systems, automate complex workflows like scheduling with AI, and manage the workforce behind every customer interaction with greater precision.
“Every conversation I’m having with customers comes back to the same thing,” said George Wilson, VP of Strategic Alliances at Five9. “They want the power of AI without recreating the point-solution sprawl they just spent years cleaning up. That’s why we’re investing in partners like Assembled, who bring agentic workforce management into the Five9 Intelligent CX Platform, so our customers can orchestrate people, AI, and workflows.”
Joint customers such as DailyPay are already seeing meaningful improvements in workforce efficiency and performance. With Five9 powering their contact center and Assembled managing workforce operations, DailyPay has transformed how they plan and staff their support team. Since implementing Assembled, DailyPay has reduced time spent on scheduling by 65%, improved SLA performance by 7%, and unlocked over $1 million in annual productivity gains, saving 9,600 agent hours per month.
MTM, which coordinates non-emergency medical transportation and manages a contact center operation spanning more than 2,000 agents and 100-plus skill queues, is also seeing results as a joint Five9 and Assembled customer.
"Previous workforce tools have struggled with our level of complexity," said Doug Kappauff, Senior Director of Workforce Management at MTM. "With over 100 skills and 2,000 agents, performance issues and slowness were constant. Assembled has reduced our schedule generation time by 50%, and our team can now focus on analytics instead of administration.”
Learn more about Assembled and Five9’s partnership on the Assembled blog.
About Assembled
Assembled is the modern, unified platform for managing in-house teams, BPOs, and AI agents. The company's comprehensive solution includes AI agents for chat, voice, email, and SMS; an AI copilot to assist human agents; and workforce management tools to forecast, schedule, and monitor blended workforces. Founded in 2018 by machine learning engineers from Stripe, Assembled serves hundreds of leading companies, including Stripe, Robinhood, Canva, and Intercom. The company has raised $71 million from NEA, Emergence Capital, and top angels, with more than 130 employees across San Francisco, New York, London, and remote locations. Learn more at www.assembled.com.
Media Contact
Katy Goldstein
katy@katygoldsteincomms.com



Vietnamese Vegan Beauty Brand Cocoon Enters European Market with First Paris Pop-Up
Cocoon, a Vietnamese vegan beauty brand, has launched in France and across Europe, marking a significant milestone for Vietnamese cosmetics. The move follows a March 2026 partnership with European distributor Orien Trade and coincides with the opening of Cocoon’s first Paris pop-up, running through April 21, 2026.
From Vietnam to Europe's Beauty Capital
With an annual cosmetics market valued at 13–14 billion USD according to Statista, France leads Europe in beauty consumption and holds the number one position globally for cosmetics exports, generating tens of billions of dollars annually.
“For Cocoon, this presence in France goes far beyond market expansion. It represents a defining milestone for a vegan beauty brand researched and manufactured in Vietnam to enter one of the world’s most important beauty capitals,” said Pham Minh Dung, Director of Business and Marketing at Cocoon Vietnam.
Cocoon's entry into France required over two years of preparation to meet European Union regulatory standards, including GMP certification, CPNP registration, IFRA compliance, and INCI ingredient disclosure.
The European market entry is facilitated through Cocoon's partnership with Orien Trade, a reputable distributor of Asian cosmetics in Europe. Through this collaboration, Cocoon products will gradually establish presence across France's major cities, marking a new chapter for Vietnamese beauty brands in the European market.
Pop-Up Store Brings Vietnamese "Sidewalk Café" Culture to Paris
To mark its European market entry, Cocoon opened its first pop-up store in Paris on April 2, 2026. Located at Glowstation, 101 Porte Berger, Westfield Forum, Paris 75001, the experiential retail space will welcome visitors through April 21, 2026.
Within this space, Cocoon recreates the concept of a “sidewalk café” (cà phê bệt) — a familiar and distinctive cultural element in Vietnamese urban life. "This is our first pop-up store in Europe. This space not only introduces the story of gentle, effective beauty from Vietnam's distinctive agricultural products, but also carries the spirit of an authentic Vietnam, helping international friends better understand Vietnamese culture and people," Dung emphasized.
Visitors can engage with Cocoon's brand story, experience photo opportunities within the Vietnamese-inspired setting, and participate in interactive games with special gifts. This activation serves as Cocoon's first direct consumer touchpoint in the European market, providing valuable feedback to shape the brand's future expansion strategy.
Building a Global Vegan Beauty Brand from Local Roots
The brand's European expansion reflects its commitment to sharing Vietnam's natural heritage and sustainable beauty philosophy with international audiences.
“We believe Cocoon will soon be present along the luxury streets of Paris, France; Milan, Italy; and many other European cities, adding a remarkable new chapter to the story of Vietnamese brands conquering international markets,” said Nguyen Ngoc Tram, Operations Director at Orien Trade.
Prior to its European expansion, Cocoon had established its presence in 15 Asian markets, including Japan. With the addition of 27 European Union member countries plus the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Norway, Cocoon now operates in 45 countries and territories globally.
About Cocoon Vietnam
Cocoon is a 100% vegan beauty brand from Vietnam, committed to using no animal-derived ingredients and not conducting animal testing. The brand develops a wide range of beauty and personal care products, distinguished by its use of locally sourced Vietnamese agricultural ingredients such as pomelo, winter melon, Dak Lak coffee, Hau Giang lotus, and Hung Yen turmeric. In the domestic market, Cocoon is recognized as one of Vietnam’s leading beauty brands, consistently ranking among top-selling brands across trusted distribution channels, including cosmetic retail chains, pharmacies, and supermarkets. The brand currently has an extensive nationwide presence, with more than 5,000 points of sale. Beyond the local market, Cocoon has steadily expanded internationally and is now present in multiple countries and territories. Notably, Japan — one of the most demanding beauty markets in Asia — stands out as a key market, reflecting the brand’s product quality and competitiveness. In March 2026, Cocoon officially entered into a partnership with Orien Trade to launch in France and across European Union markets. This milestone opens up new opportunities for Vietnamese vegan cosmetics to gain deeper access to one of the world’s leading beauty hubs. For more information, please visit cocoonvietnam.com.
About Orien Trade
Orien Trade is an international cosmetics distribution company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Europe. The company currently operates offices in 10 European countries and distributes products to more than 30 markets worldwide. It focuses on bringing Asian beauty brands into European retail systems, while also participating in major industry events such as Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna to connect brands with international distribution networks. For more information, please visit orientrade.com.
Media Contact
Tobias Nguyen
tobias@cavas.com.vn



Black Hole Golf and Lucra Launch Real-Money Competition on the World's First Portable Smart-Target Golf System
Black Hole Golf, the portable smart-target system for golf, and Lucra, the leading social competition platform, today announced a partnership to introduce real-money and reward-based competition into the KOSMOS experience at launch this fall.
Black Hole Golf transforms any open space — a backyard, a park, an open field — into a connected, competitive golf environment. Players hit real golf balls at real targets, capture real shot data, and build a permanent performance record through the Universal Game Scoring System (UGSS).
Black Hole Golf is entering the market at a moment when the definition of where and how golf gets played is expanding rapidly. Off-course golfers now outnumber green grass players, and portable, technology-driven formats are attracting players who never connected with the traditional game. Black Hole Golf sits at the center of that shift and with Lucra embedded at launch, it brings a built-in competitive economy that most platforms spend years trying to retrofit.
By integrating Lucra, KOSMOS launches with a fully integrated competitive economy. Players enter cash matchups, join tournaments with prize pools, and compete in free-to-play formats to earn rewards. A centralized gaming wallet lets winners roll earnings directly into future play and merchandise, keeping players inside the platform. Lucra manages all payments, compliance, fraud prevention, and settlement automatically, allowing Black Hole Golf to focus entirely on gameplay, data, and player experience.
"Black Hole Golf was built to make every session matter — real shots, real data, real improvement. Lucra extends that for players who want to raise the stakes further, adding real-money matchups and rewards to a platform that was built around performance. We wanted that layer to feel native from day one, not bolted on later — and beyond the player experience, it unlocks revenue streams that simply didn't exist before. That's the universe we're building together," said Brad Thompson, founder and CEO of Black Hole Golf.
"Most golf technology is still anchored to a specific place, a simulator, a range, a course. Black Hole Golf turns the playbook on its head. When the game can happen anywhere, competition has to travel with it. The moment you add real stakes, leaderboards, and rewards to a session in someone's backyard or a local park, you've created something genuinely new. We're proud to power that from day one," said Dylan Robbins, founder and CEO of Lucra.
The partnership launches in Fall 2026 across the full Black Hole Golf platform. As KOSMOS expands its player community and hardware footprint, Lucra's competition infrastructure scales with it across every backyard, park, and open space where the game takes root.
About Lucra
Lucra is a plug-and-play SDK that integrates into apps or websites, enabling peer-to-peer competitions with real-money or rewards. It handles compliance, payments, fraud prevention, and settlement out of the box, so partners can instantly offer gamified experiences without building or managing complex infrastructure themselves. Top entertainment, hospitality, and consumer brands, including Five Iron Golf, Puttshack, Backyard Sports, Chess Kings, TouchTunes, and more, use Lucra's white-label technology to power tournaments and challenges, build loyalty, and drive new revenue. Learn more at www.lucrasports.com.
About Black Hole Golf
Black Hole Golf was founded on the belief that golf should be easier to start, more fun to play, and fit naturally into real life. Combining real golf shots with portable smart targets, adaptive gameplay, and immersive visuals, Black Hole Golf transforms backyards, fields, parks, and open spaces into connected play environments that evolve as you play. From fast-paced arcade challenges to focused improvement modes, every experience is built to match a player's energy, skill level, and setting, welcoming golfers, non-golfers, families, and competitive players alike. Founded in 2024 and based in Castle Pines, Colorado, Black Hole Golf holds dual patent-pending filings and is taking Beta orders starting May 2026. For more information, visit www.blackholegolf.com.
Media Contact
Brad Thompson
Founder & CEO, Black Hole Golf
brad.thompson@blackholegolf.com
Lindsay Linhart
Brand Strategist, Lucra
lindsay@lucrasports.com



Padsplit Secures New Financing From ORIX USA’s Growth Capital Business to Accelerate Affordable Housing Expansion
PadSplit, the country’s largest co-living marketplace, today announced it has closed a debt financing facility with ORIX Corporation USA’s (“ORIX USA”) Growth Capital business. The new capital supports PadSplit’s social impact mission to create more affordable housing, including investments in technology and data infrastructure, and scaling its platform to serve more residents and property owners nationwide. To date, PadSplit has housed more than 75,000 people across 32,000-plus rooms in 40 U.S. markets, all without federal subsidies. The median income of PadSplit residents is $32,500.
“This financing allows us to stay laser-focused on our mission of helping to solve the affordable housing crisis one room at a time,” said Atticus LeBlanc, founder and CEO of PadSplit. “We’re seeing growing interest from cities, policymakers, and institutional partners in coliving as a scalable solution, and we’re excited to expand access to housing while continuing to innovate for both our members and property owners. We’re proud to partner with ORIX USA to accelerate that impact.”
The need for scalable housing solutions has never been more urgent. Recent data from the The State of the Nation's Housing 2025 report by Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies (JCHS) reveals approximately 50% of renters today spend more than 30% of their income on rent, double the historical average of 25%. Even more concerning, about 25% of renters now spend more than half of their income on housing. At the same time, homeownership has become increasingly out of reach, with the median home price rising from approximately three times median household income historically to about five times today.
“PadSplit is addressing one of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. with a differentiated and scalable model,” said Blake Zhang, Managing Director at ORIX USA’s Growth Capital business. “The company has demonstrated strong execution and operational discipline while delivering meaningful social impact. We’re excited to partner with Atticus and the PadSplit team as they advance their mission and enter their next phase of growth.”
Unlike other coliving models, PadSplit is designed to reduce the financial barriers to access housing. All PadSplits include private rooms and shared common areas, without hefty upfront fees like first and last month’s rent or a security deposit. PadSplit also offers flexibility with no long-term lease, no minimum credit score requirement, and one all-inclusive weekly pricing that covers utilities. To simplify budgeting even further, residents can customize their rent due date to align with their payroll date. 83% of PadSplit residents are employed. Residents range from hourly workers and travel nurses to seniors seeking companionship.
To learn more about PadSplit, visit www.padsplit.com.
About PadSplit
PadSplit is the country's largest coliving marketplace. As a public benefit corporation, PadSplit is intentional about doing well and doing good, focusing on increasing housing supply and reducing barriers to access so the workers who serve our communities also have the opportunity to live in them. Our award-winning model allows individuals to find a flexible rental option that includes furniture and utilities, all without a minimum credit score. PadSplit's platform enables personalized rent payments, making budgeting easier and helping residents improve their financial health. A fully remote company, PadSplit offers more than 32,000 shared housing rooms nationwide. Apply to become a resident or a property owner at www.padsplit.com.
About ORIX Corporation USA
Established in the U.S. in 1981, ORIX USA has grown organically and through acquisition into the investment and asset management firm we are today. With a specialization in private credit, real estate, and private equity solutions for middle-market focused borrowers and investors, we combine our robust balance sheet with funds from third-party investors, providing a strong alignment of interest. ORIX USA and its subsidiaries — ORIX Advisers, ORIX Capital Partners, Signal Peak Capital Management, Boston Financial, Lument, Hilco Global, and NXT Capital — have approximately 2,100 employees and have $96.9 billion in assets*, which includes $44 billion in assets and commitments, in addition to $52.9 billion in servicing and administering assets, as of December 2025. Our parent company, ORIX Corporation, is a publicly owned international financial services company with operations in 30 countries and regions worldwide. ORIX Corporation is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (8591) and New York Stock Exchange (IX). For more information, visit www.orix.com.
* As of December 31, 2025. Includes $52.9 billion in servicing and administering assets, in addition to $44 billion in funded assets and unfunded commitments across proprietary capital, third party capital and strategic partners investing in ORIX USA’s private credit, real estate and private equity businesses. Unfunded commitments are based on a contractual commitment or an expected commitment for an established program based on ORIX USA Group’s understanding.
Media Contact
Hela Sheth
hela@katalystcomms.com



Medtech Veteran Tom Prescott Joins Nutromics Board as Chair Ahead of U.S. Commercial Launch
Nutromics today announced the appointment of Thomas (Tom) M. Prescott as chair of its board, bringing deep U.S. medtech commercialization experience as the company enters a pivotal new phase. The appointment comes as Nutromics prepares to open its Series B round and advances toward its planned U.S. commercial launch in 2027. The news follows major recent milestones, including strong clinical performance in recent ICU studies and a February 2026 publication in Nature Biotechnology.
Prescott is one of the most experienced operators in medtech, with a track record of building and scaling businesses across U.S. and global healthcare systems in the medtech industry. He served as president and chief executive officer of Align Technology from 2002 to 2015, during which market capitalization increased from $240 million to $4.4 billion. Prior to Align, he was president and chief executive officer of Cardiac Pathways until its acquisition by Boston Scientific, and earlier held senior leadership roles at Nellcor Puritan Bennett, along with related roles at GE Medical Systems and Siemens.
Nutromics has developed a wearable platform designed to continuously monitor clinically important drugs and biomarkers in real time, giving clinicians a more timely and complete picture than is possible with today’s intermittent testing methods. Its first product is aimed at improving dosing for the antibiotic vancomycin in hospitals, including reducing toxic side effects. The second product targets sepsis detection and management, where continuous monitoring could deliver significant clinical benefits not achievable with today’s technology.
Together, these initial applications point to a much broader platform opportunity. Continuous glucose monitoring showed how powerful real-time data can be when it replaces delayed, intermittent snapshots. Nutromics is now taking that model beyond glucose and leading the emerging field of continuous molecular monitoring.
Commenting on his decision to join Nutromics, Prescott said: “What drew me to Nutromics is the team. The platform they have created can help close critical gaps in patient monitoring across virtually all sites of care. Those gaps can drive significant costs and less than optimal patient outcomes, which explains the sharp focus on that market. Due to the flexibility of the technology, an equally large, longer-term opportunity is the emerging wellness-driven consumer market for high performance wearables. Until now, the technology has not existed to continuously monitor a range of high value biomarkers. Opportunities to help a team define a new category, enable better patient outcomes at lower costs to the healthcare system, while building scale are rare. I am honored to join this team.”
Peter Vranes, CEO and co-founder of Nutromics, said: “Tom is joining Nutromics at exactly the right time. We have built the platform, materially de-risked the technology, and now have strong confidence in the readiness of our first product as we move toward commercialization. What makes Nutromics especially exciting is that the first product is just the beginning. Tom’s experience helping build important new product categories at companies such as Align and Nellcor is highly relevant as we move toward U.S. commercial launch.”
Nutromics is currently working with leading U.S. hospitals, health systems, and academic medical centers on clinical studies as it advances toward formal partnerships, launch readiness, and early commercial adoption.
Nutromics’ investors include Dexcom, a global leader in continuous glucose monitoring technology. Prescott succeeds Dr. Chris Roberts AO as chair. Dr. Roberts will remain on the board as a non-executive director to support continuity through the company’s next phase.
About Nutromics
Nutromics is an Australian-founded advanced monitoring company that has built a wearable, DNA-based platform for continuous molecular monitoring. Its electrochemical aptamer-based sensors, integrated with minimally invasive microneedles, are designed to sense multiple proteins, drugs, metabolites, and hormones in real time. Nutromics is advancing toward regulatory clearance and commercial launch of its first product, with operations in Australia and the United States. The company’s vision is a world with zero preventable deaths due to a lack of continuous molecular monitoring. For more information, visit www.nutromics.com.
Media Contact
Royina Bakshi Lock
Nutromics
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Budweiser Honors 40 Years of FIFA World Cup™ Legacy with Limited-Edition Collectible Pack and Nostalgia-Themed Platform
Today, Budweiser is celebrating 40 years as the Official Beer Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™ with the launch of the largest limited-edition collectible pack ever — the Budweiser® FIFA World Cup™ Anniversary Pack — bringing to life 11 bold design tributes to every tournament since 1986, and the centerpiece of a new nostalgia driven global platform.
Throughout history, Budweiser has played an important role in some of football’s most unforgettable celebrations, from last-minute goals to trophy lifts seen around the world. These moments of "Budstalgia" [Budweiser + nostalgia] are the inspiration for the brand’s newest platform, brought to life through a new collectible design, a global film titled "The Big Drop," distinctive out-of-home creative, and an era-inspired digital hub.
"For 40 years, Budweiser has been part of the moments that bring fans together — on the pitch, in the stands, and everywhere the game is watched," said Richard Oppy, Global President, Premium Company at AB InBev. "With this global platform, we are celebrating that shared history in a way that feels as relevant today as it did in 1986 — connecting generations of fans through the passion, energy, and rituals that make the FIFA World Cup so special, while building excitement for what’s still to come."
Budweiser Unveils Limited-Edition Collectible Pack
To kick off the football celebration, Budweiser is launching its most ambitious collectible pack to date: the Budweiser® FIFA World Cup™ Anniversary Pack — a curated set of 11 aluminum bottles and cans honoring the past 10 World Cups and the upcoming 2026 tournament. Starting with Mexico 1986 and ending with FIFA World Cup™ 2026, each design draws from the visual identity and cultural elements of past tournaments, unlocking some of the game’s most memorable moments for fans around the world.
More than a collector's item, each bottle features a QR code that unlocks exclusive digital content tied to its era — connecting fans to their favorite teams of the past along with immersive experiences, and thousands of prizes that vary by location. Designed in partnership with branding agency, JKR, the limited-edition pack will roll out in key markets including Brazil, China, and select European countries beginning this month.
"The Big Drop" Brings 40 Years of Big Football Memories to Life
To amplify the occasion, Budweiser is debuting a new global hero film, "The Big Drop," set to the emblematic anthem "You’ll Never Walk Alone." The film, developed in partnership with creative agency, Africa, follows larger-than-life Budweiser bottles as they journey across landscapes and continents — passing through mountains, deserts, and grasslands — before arriving at the stadiums that have hosted the FIFA World Cup™ over the past four decades.
Reimagined as oversized ice buckets, these legendary venues become the stage for the next chapter of celebration — bringing the limited-edition Budweiser bottles to life in a new way through stunning visual effects. The film will roll out globally across digital and social channels.
"Proudly on the Pitch" Celebrates Budweiser's Football Legacy
Since 1986, Budweiser and its pitch-side billboards have been the backdrop for some of the most notable FIFA World Cup™ moments. Now, the brand is bringing that legacy to the forefront with "Proudly on the Pitch," a global out-of-home campaign built from iconic archival FIFA imagery.
The series features numerous images from past tournaments, seamlessly stitching Budweiser’s unmistakable red logo evolution while highlighting the brand’s role as a consistent presence in football culture. Rolling out across multiple continents, the campaign invites fans to rediscover the moments that defined generations of the game.
Fans 21+ can visit Budstalgia.com to explore the Budweiser® FIFA World Cup™ Anniversary Pack and relive four decades of football through exclusive content and experiences.
About AB InBev
Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) is a publicly traded company (Euronext: ABI) based in Leuven, Belgium, with secondary listings on the Mexico (MEXBOL: ANB) and South Africa (JSE: ANH) stock exchanges and with American Depositary Receipts on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUD). As a company, we dream big to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, move our industry forward and make a meaningful impact in the world. We are committed to building great brands that stand the test of time and to brewing the best beers using the finest ingredients. Beer is the drink for moderation, and for over a century, AB InBev has championed responsible drinking. We are committed to providing our consumers with balanced choices to enjoy on any occasion. We also invest in marketing that aims to reinforce positive behaviors, and we work with communities, customers, and partners to promote responsible consumption through evidence-based initiatives.
Our diverse portfolio of well over 400 beer brands includes global brands Budweiser®, Corona®, Stella Artois® and Michelob Ultra®; multi-country brands Beck’s®, Hoegaarden® and Leffe®; and local champions such as Aguila®, Antarctica®, Bud Light®, Brahma®, Cass®, Castle®, Castle Lite®, Cristal®, Harbin®, Jupiler®, Modelo Especial®, Quilmes®, Victoria®, Sedrin®, and Skol®. Our brewing heritage dates back more than 600 years, spanning continents and generations. From our European roots at the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium. To the pioneering spirit of the Anheuser & Co brewery in St. Louis, US. To the creation of the Castle Brewery in South Africa during the Johannesburg gold rush. To Bohemia, the first brewery in Brazil. Geographically diversified with a balanced exposure to developed and developing markets, we leverage the collective strengths of approximately 137 000 colleagues based in more than 40 countries worldwide. For 2025, AB InBev’s reported revenue was $59.3 billion (excluding JVs and associates).
About Budweiser
Budweiser, an American-style lager, was introduced in 1876 when company founder Adolphus Busch set out to create the United States’ first truly national beer brand — brewed to be universally embraced and transcend regional tastes. Each batch of Budweiser stays true to the same family recipe used by five generations of Busch family brewmasters. Budweiser is a medium-bodied, flavorful, crisp and pure beer with blended layers of premium American and European hop aromas, brewed for the perfect balance of flavor and refreshment. Budweiser is made using time-honored methods including “kraeusening” for natural carbonation and Beechwood aging, which results in unparalleled balance and character.
About FIFA
FIFA exists to govern football and to develop the game around the world. Since 2016, the organisation has been fast evolving into a body that can more effectively serve the game for the benefit of the entire world. As a not-for-profit organisation, FIFA — which organises the FIFA World Cup™, FIFA Women’s World Cup™, and FIFA Club World Cup™, among many other international competitions — reinvests its revenues into a wide range of football development programmes, providing funds, infrastructure and know-how to its member associations. FIFA’s Strategic Objectives for the Global Game: 2023-2027 can be explored here. This year, FIFA will organise the biggest standalone sporting event ever — the FIFA World Cup 2026™. 48 teams will play 104 matches across 16 stadiums in three host countries throughout the game-changing tournament, with over 6 million fans in attendance.
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Amelia Woodhouse
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Midea Surpasses 10 Million R290 Unit Sales, Leading the Way for the Transition to Natural Refrigerants
Midea, a global leader in smart home appliances and HVAC technology, has officially surpassed the 10-million-unit milestone in global cumulative sales for its R290 air conditioners. This landmark achievement underscores an accelerating market shift toward natural refrigerants and solidifies Midea’s position as the world’s No. 1 R290 air conditioner brand for the third consecutive year, as verified by Euromonitor International.
Accelerating the Transition to Natural Refrigerant
This milestone marks a definitive tipping point for the HVAC industry, signaling that natural refrigerants have transitioned from a niche alternative to the new global standard. As Europe enforces increasingly stringent F-gas regulations, Midea’s market performance validates R290 as the primary successor to high-GWP refrigerants. This widespread adoption underscores a growing confidence among both installers and consumers in Midea’s safe, scalable, and field-proven technology. To date, this transition has resulted in a significant environmental contribution, with an estimated 5.2 million tons of CO2 equivalent emissions successfully avoided.
Engineering Innovation and Global Standards
The path to widespread R290 adoption required overcoming significant technical and safety hurdles. For more than 15 years, Midea has spearheaded R&D initiatives dedicated to leakage prevention and flammability mitigation, ensuring that natural refrigerant technology meets the rigorous efficiency demands of the modern market. The company’s proprietary safety systems are engineered to provide a rare combination of high-tier energy efficiency and long-term operational stability.
As a committed participant in the United Nations Global Compact, Midea continues to align its operations with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and lead the development of international safety standards. These efforts have earned the company prestigious accolades, including the German Blue Angel certification — a distinction reserved for products that demonstrate the highest levels of environmental performance and safety.
The Malta Blueprint: A Model for Regional Deployment
Recognizing that technical excellence must be matched by localized expertise, Midea launched a strategic initiative in Malta to accelerate R290 adoption across Europe. In partnership with KENKAR, Midea established an "education-first" framework to bridge the knowledge gap and address specific concerns within the HVAC installer community.
Through comprehensive, hands-on training programs, Midea empowered local technicians to become expert advocates for natural refrigerants. The results of the pilot program underscore the technology’s viability: 240 units were successfully installed within a single year with zero safety incidents. This success now serves as a scalable blueprint for the rapid, safe deployment of R290 technology across the European continent.
Defining the Future of the HVAC Sector
As the European HVAC industry navigates a complex landscape of decarbonization mandates and evolving regulatory frameworks, Midea’s 10-million-unit milestone provides a definitive signal: the era of natural refrigerants has arrived.
Midea’s expanding R290 portfolio — spanning residential air conditioning, heat pumps, and commercial applications — demonstrates that the technology is mature, scalable, and ready for mass-market integration. By driving this shift, Midea is establishing R290 as the de facto natural refrigerant solution, paving the way for a more sustainable and healthier planet.
About Midea
Midea Group is a leading global technology company specializing in smart home appliances, HVAC systems, and industrial automation. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in China, Midea operates in more than 200 countries and regions. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, developing energy-efficient solutions that improve everyday life. Midea remains the world’s No. 1 R290 air conditioner brand for the third consecutive year (verified by Euromonitor). For more information, www.midea.com/global.
Disclaimer
The data is calculated by Midea based on the sales volume of each R290 product sold during the period from January 2018 to December 2025 and the carbon avoided reduction of refrigerant per unit. (Carbon reduction of refrigerant per unit = GWP of refrigerant before R290 replacement x the refrigerant charge of product before replacement — GWP of R290 refrigerant x the charge of R290.)
Euromonitor International (Shanghai) Ltd. measured in terms of sales volume of R290 air conditioners, including OEM brands. (2022–2024 data, based on research completed in August 2025. R290 air conditioners refer to air conditioner using propane refrigerants, including residential and commercial air conditioner.)
Media Contact
Jochen Schäfer
jochen.schaefer@midea.de



L'Oréal Accelerator Alumni Inference Beauty Launches Cross-Brand AI Personalization Engine for Beauty Retailers
Inference Beauty today announced the launch of its cross-brand AI personalization engine for beauty retailers, a platform designed to address longstanding technology gaps in beauty retail through advanced data-driven recommendations. The solution is currently active across retailer and brand partnerships in the European Union, United States, Canada, Australia and the United Arab Emirates. The announcement follows the company’s selection into the Beauty Tech Atelier L’Oréal Accelerator, along with recognition as a winner of the ForwardBeauty Challenge by Douglas and a finalist at the Beauty E-Commerce Award Germany.
The Inference Beauty platform operates between a retailer's product catalogue and its digital customer experience, enriching product discovery with AI-powered diagnostics and structured ingredient data. Retailers integrating the platform gain access to AI Skin Analysis, Hair Analysis, Foundation Shade Matching, Fragrance Finder, and an Ingredient Explainer, all powered by a proprietary database of more than 150,000 beauty products and 60,000 standardized cosmetic ingredients categorized by source, function, effect, and utility. The platform's cross-brand architecture enables product recommendations that span an entire retail assortment rather than a single brand catalogue, addressing how modern shoppers actually behave across beauty categories.
The platform's full solution suite includes AI Skin Analysis for Skincare Personalization, AI Hair Analysis for Haircare Recommendations, AI Fragrance Finder with Olfactory Matching, AI Foundation Shade Matching Across Brands, an Ingredient Intelligence and Transparency Engine, Beauty Product Data Enrichment and Catalog Structuring, and a PDP Personalization and Recommendation Engine.
"We were built to solve a structural problem in beauty retail," said Estella Benz, Founder and CEO of Inference Beauty. "Recommendation tools that operate only within a single brand miss the reality of how consumers shop. Our engine connects every brand in a retailer's assortment and matches shoppers to the most relevant products based on their actual skin, hair, fragrance, and ingredient needs. That is cross-brand personalization at scale."
Retailers integrating the Inference Beauty platform are reporting strong commercial returns. Client data shows a 30% increase in conversion rate, a 30% uplift in average basket value, and 12% of platform users opting into sign-up flows, generating first-party data assets that further strengthen personalization performance over time.
Consumer demand for personalized beauty experiences is accelerating alongside the broader shift to digital commerce. According to McKinsey’s & Company’s annual "The State of Fashion: Beauty" report, beauty ecommerce is projected to account for over 30% of global beauty sales by 2030, as shoppers increasingly expect digital journeys that replicate the expert guidance available in physical retail environments. Simultaneously, research from Cosmetics Business shows that 72% of consumers now expect detailed ingredient explanations when making beauty purchases online, while new regulatory frameworks in Europe and Canada are placing formal ingredient disclosure requirements on retailers across all digital channels.
The company operates across more than 100 active retailer and brand integrations globally. Retailers and beauty ecommerce platforms seeking to integrate advanced personalization and ingredient transparency can engage directly with Inference Beauty to explore implementation options suited to their existing digital infrastructure.
"Industry recognition has been gratifying, but the clearest validation is commercial adoption across five global markets," said Benz. "Retailers are choosing our platform because it delivers measurable improvements in conversion, basket size, and consumer engagement. That is the outcome that defines whether a technology truly serves the market."
About Inference Beauty
Formerly known as Skin Match Technology, the company rebranded to Inference Beauty in 2025. Inference Beauty is a B2B beauty technology company providing a unified AI personalization engine for beauty retailers, brands, and ecommerce platforms. The platform integrates AI diagnostics, fragrance intelligence, foundation shade matching, and ingredient transparency tools into a single infrastructure layer, powered by a database of over 140,000 beauty products and 60,000 standardized ingredients. An alumnus of the Beauty Tech Atelier L'Oréal Accelerator, winner of the ForwardBeauty Challenge by Douglas, and finalist of the Beauty E-Commerce Award Germany. To learn more about the cross-brand AI personalization engine and its deployment capabilities, visit inferencebeauty.com.
Media Contact
Estella Benz
estella@inferencebeauty.com




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