Tesla has officially unveiled the refreshed Model Y, bringing several updates that enhance its performance, aesthetics, and overall driving experience. The redesigned vehicle boasts improvements both inside and out, focusing on aerodynamics, ride comfort, and technological advancements.

The new Model Y features a “redesigned exterior with improved aerodynamics to unlock better range, performance & longevity.” This updated design is complemented by “updated wheels, tires & brakes” along with a “retuned suspension for a smoother ride.” Tesla has also introduced a world-first feature in its “single, cross-car lamp,” described as “the first indirect reflective taillight of its kind in the world.”

Interior Upgrades

The Model Y’s interior has been overhauled with several luxury and convenience-oriented features. Key highlights include:

• “Ambient interior lighting, refined materials & ventilated first-row seats.”
• “Power folding second-row seats.”
• “Bluetooth-compatible 8″ touchscreen in the back.”
• An acoustic glass system for a “quiet cabin.”
• “Invisible speakers for a minimalist aesthetic with maximum audio performance.”
• Enhanced connectivity providing “more range for Phone Key, clearer calls & faster cellular + WiFi connectivity.”

Retained Features

Tesla ensures that the new Model Y retains its core strengths, including safety-focused engineering, free over-the-air software updates, and access to its extensive network of 65,000 Superchargers worldwide. Other standout features include:

• “FSD Supervised drives you almost anywhere.”
• The ability to “stream entertainment & play games.”
• A maximum range of “up to 320 miles” and a spacious “76 cu ft of cargo space” in the Long Range AWD model.

Pricing and Availability

Deliveries of the refreshed Model Y in the US will begin in March 2025. Pricing varies by trim and colour options, with the stealth grey colour set as the baseline:

• Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive: $31,490
• Long Range All-Wheel Drive: $34,490
• Performance All-Wheel Drive: $37,990
• Full Self-Driving (Supervised) limited release model: $46,490

Key Specifications

• Range: 277-337 miles (EPA est.)
• Seating: Heated first-row and second-row seats, with power-folding functionality in the second row
• Displays: 15.4″ front touchscreen and 8″ rear touchscreen
• Audio: 7 to 15 speakers depending on the trim
• Ride Comfort: Second-generation suspension and noise-reduction hardware
• Cameras: 7 or 8 exterior cameras (depending on trim) with new front-facing camera in select models
• Connectivity: Enhanced Phone Key range, faster cellular and WiFi performance

Comparison Table

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The event will be webcast live via Innventure’s investor relations website https://ir.innventure.com/ or via this link.

Parties interested in joining via teleconference can register using this link: https://register.vevent.com/register/BI4b30a1f9b144487daa3c053485ade19c

After registering, you will be provided dial in details and a unique dial-in PIN. Registration is open through the live call, but to ensure you are connected for the full call, we suggest registering in advance.

Innventure will also post a slide presentation to accompany the prepared remarks to its investor relations website https://ir.innventure.com/ shortly before the of the start of the event.

About Innventure
Innventure (NASDAQ: INV) founds, funds, and operates companies with a focus on transformative, sustainable technology solutions acquired or licensed from multinational corporations. As owner-operators, Innventure takes what it believes to be breakthrough technologies from early evaluation to scaled commercialization utilizing an approach designed to help mitigate risk as it builds disruptive companies it believes have the potential to achieve a target enterprise value of at least $1 billion. Innventure defines ‘‘disruptive’’ as innovations that have the ability to significantly change the way businesses, industries, markets and/or consumers operate.

Media Contact: Laurie Steinberg, Solebury Strategic Communications
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Investor Relations Contact: Sloan Bohlen, Solebury Strategic Communications
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Samsung just announced its latest flagship S25 series, both in India and globally. While everyone had their eyes on whether Samsung would launch the S25 Slim at the Galaxy Unpacked January 2025 Event, no one imagined that there wouldn’t be a Slim model but rather an Edge model. Samsung showcased the S25 Edge, which essentially replaces the Slim model, during the event.

Those who saw the images floating all over the internet were quite surprised, as the design was nothing like what OnLeaks had shared in his leak. Even the name turned out to be different. But that’s not all, Samsung’s addition of the Edge variant to its S25 series introduces a design that differs from the rest of the smartphones in the lineup.

When I first saw the image of it, I felt like I had seen it somewhere before. And then it hit me, it looks strikingly similar to the Oppo K12x (China), AKA the OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite. If you look at the comparison below, the Galaxy S25 Edge is on the left, and the Nord CE 4 Lite is on the right. While the S25 Edge has a single flash, the Nord CE 4 Lite features a dual-flash setup. Both smartphones sport a rear dual-camera layout neatly placed in a pill-shaped deco.

The silver colour of the S25 Edge also seems reminiscent of the Nord CE 4 Lite. Although Samsung briefly showcased the device at the Unpacked event, not much detail was revealed. However, an earlier Geekbench listing revealed that the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset would power it. Interestingly, that listing showed the device’s underpowered multicore performance for some reason.
It’s worth noting that the “Edge” naming in the moniker is likely intended to highlight the smartphone’s slim design. Additionally, it marks the brand’s return to using “Edge” in its product names—the last being the 2016-released Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge.

As of now, Samsung has not revealed further details, such as the launch date or full specifications. But an earlier leak had revealed it may launch in May of this year. Additionally, WHYLAB shared some key specs of this smartphone: a 6.7″ straight display screen, a 3900 mAh battery backup, a 200MP (main) + 50MP (ultra-wide) dual-camera unit, and 6.4 mm thickness.

I know some may not like this comparison, So, who else agrees with me that it looks like the Nord CE 4 Lite?

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With over 20 years of experience in global marketing, product management, and SaaS-driven business strategies, Lizano demonstrates a great ability to identify market opportunities, foster strategic partnerships, and deliver innovative solutions tailored to regional needs.

“I am honored to join Sunlight Solutions and lead its growth initiatives in Latin America,” explains Lizano. “The region’s dynamic and evolving insurance market presents immense opportunities for innovation. I look forward to collaborating with local and global teams to bring Sunlight’s cutting-edge solutions to new markets and transform the way businesses approach insurance technology.”

In his role as Regional Director, Lizano will focus on:

• B2B Expansion: Driving partnerships with insurers and MGA’s
• Product Management: Tailoring Sunlight’s offerings to meet the unique demands of the LATAM market, ensuring seamless integration and scalability.
• Regional Growth: Leading the charge in market entry strategies, building on-the-ground teams, and enhancing brand visibility throughout the region.

“We are thrilled to welcome Antonio to the Sunlight Solutions team,” states Didier Lamour, CEO of Sunlight Solutions. “His deep understanding of the Latin American market and expertise in product management aligns perfectly with our vision to expand our footprint in this key region. Antonio’s leadership will be instrumental in driving our mission to deliver world-class technology to businesses across LATAM.”

Sunlight Solutions remains committed to enabling businesses worldwide with its state-of-the-art insurance platform. The addition of Antonio Lizano reflects the company’s dedication to hiring industry leaders who drive innovation and results.

For more information about Sunlight Solutions and its LATAM initiatives, please visit https://www.sunlightsolutions.com/.

About Sunlight Solutions
Sunlight Solutions is a global leader in digital insurance technology, offering a flexible, open platform that empowers carriers and MGAs to design, launch, and manage tailored insurance products. With a strong presence in the USA and Europe, Sunlight Solutions drives innovation and efficiency, delivering exceptional user experiences throughout the insurance lifecycle.

For more information about this update and how Sunlight Solutions is shaping the future of insurance technology, visit www.sunlightsolutions.com or contact Antonio at alizano@sunlightsolutions.com.

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• IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SaaS and Cloud-Enabled Operational ERP Applications  2024-2025 Vendor Assessment (doc # US52759424, December 2024)
• IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SaaS and Cloud-Enabled Manufacturing ERP Applications 2024-2025 Vendor Assessment (doc # US51752524, December 2024)
• IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Manufacturing Execution Systems  2024-2025 Vendor Assessment (doc # US51813624, November 2024)
• IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Retail, Footwear and Apparel PLM 2024 Vendor Assessment (doc # US51795224, December 2024)

This recognition comes shortly after the launch of the revolutionary Aptean AppCentral, which is a first-of-its-kind, all-in-one platform powered by AI that transforms how Aptean’s enterprise software is consumed.

IDC MarketScape reports are the result of a thorough evaluation of a provider’s strategies and capabilities, assessed against a comprehensive and rigorous framework. The evaluation covers criteria which are important to companies investing in software solutions, such as the technical architecture, customer satisfaction, ease of deployment, service delivery, product functionality and the solution’s ability to integrate with business operations.

“Aptean is thrilled to be recognized in four IDC MarketScape reports. We believe this recognition underscores our innovation in the industry and our commitment to helping our customers thrive,” said TVN Reddy, CEO at Aptean. “This recognition follows the launch of Aptean AppCentral to our discrete manufacturing customers with a wider rollout planned in 2025. As an AI-first company, we believe that AI generates the most value when combined with industry-specific solutions, rather than generic offerings. We aim to deliver exponentially greater value for our customers with our AI-enabled solutions.” 

About Aptean: 
Aptean is one of the world’s leading providers of purpose-built, industry-specific software that helps manufacturers and distributors effectively run and grow their businesses. With both cloud and on-premises deployment options, Aptean’s products, services and unmatched expertise help businesses of all sizes to be Ready for What’s Next, Now®. Aptean is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, USA, and has offices in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

To learn more about Aptean and the markets we serve, visit www.aptean.com. 

Aptean and Ready for What’s Next, Now are Registered Trademarks of Aptean, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. 

About IDC MarketScape: 
The IDC MarketScape vendor assessment model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of technology and service suppliers in a given market. The research utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in single graphical illustration of each supplier’s position within a given market. IDC MarketScape provides a clear framework in which the product and service offerings capabilities and strategies, and current and future market success factors of technology suppliers, can be meaningfully compared. The framework also provides technology buyers with a 360-degree assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of current and prospective suppliers. 

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NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wizeline, a global AI-native product engineering company, today announced the promotion of Alfredo Rivera to Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective January 1.

“Alfredo has been an invaluable asset to Wizeline, demonstrating exceptional leadership and a deep understanding of our financial performance,” said Andres Angelani, CEO of Wizeline. “His contributions have been instrumental in driving our growth and financial stability. I am confident that in his new role as CFO, Alfredo will continue to play a vital role in shaping the future of our company.”

With more than 15 years of experience in finance, accounting and investment banking, Alfredo brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He spent the past two years with Wizeline in various corporate finance positions, including the past eight months as Interim CFO. Prior to joining Wizeline, Alfredo spent several years advising Fortune 500 companies on pivotal financial milestones, including M&A, IPOs, and raising capital. He also served as a financial analyst and investment banker at established financial institutions such as Citigroup and UBS, among others.

In addition to Rivera’s promotion, several other executives have assumed expanded roles:

• Cristian Ceja has been appointed VP, Communities & Practices and will join the e-staff team. In his role Cristian will lead the strategy and operations of the Tech Communities and Practices groups, reporting directly to Ines Casares, Chief Services Officer.
• Andres Destefanis has been named VP, Global Delivery, responsible for driving operational excellence and standardizing delivery practices across the organization.
• Sol Noello, General Counsel, has added Chief Administrative Officer to her role, expanding her responsibilities to include oversight of the People Team, IT & Security and Regional Operations.
• Fausta Ballesteros, Chief Marketing Officer, has added Chief Culture Experience Officer to her role, in charge of shaping, nurturing, and sustaining Wizeline’s culture across all our operations and delivery centers.

“These promotions reflect the exceptional talent and dedication of our leadership team,” said Angelani. “I am confident that with this strong leadership in place, Wizeline will continue to deliver innovative solutions and exceed client expectations.”

About Wizeline

Wizeline, a global AI-centric technology solutions provider, specializes in developing cutting-edge digital products and platforms that leverage the power of artificial intelligence. In collaboration with our customers, we are revolutionizing businesses by harnessing data and AI to accelerate time to market and drive transformative outcomes. Our agile and adaptive teams bring a unique blend of AI expertise, advanced methodologies, and innovative solutions to deliver exceptional results while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation alongside our customers’ teams. We invest in doing well while doing good, striving to have a positive impact where we live and work. Our diverse culture of innovation, ownership, and community, combined with our AI-focused Academy, offers unparalleled opportunities for talented people to work on innovative projects and build thriving, long-term careers. Discover how Wizeline’s AI-centric approach can revolutionize your business at wizeline.com. To join our visionary team, explore exciting career opportunities at wizeline.com/careers.

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NEW YORK – – Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ: WIX),  the leading SaaS website builder platform globally¹, announced today an integration with YouTube Shopping, enabling merchants to sell their products directly through the platform, further expanding their social shopping capabilities. By building on Wix’s existing collaboration with Google Shopping, this integration enables merchants to seamlessly display their products in a store format directly on their YouTube profiles. 

Merchants can tag products in YouTube videos, live streams, and shorts, increasing product visibility and engagement. Products are featured directly on the YouTube store tab, allowing viewers to easily access them for purchase. Merchants can track the performance of these tagged products using YouTube’s analytics tools, providing valuable insights into shopping behavior and product popularity. Product details such as descriptions, and images, are automatically synced between Wix and YouTube, ensuring a consistent, up-to-date shopping experience across platforms.

“We are always looking for new ways to help our merchants grow their businesses and connect with their customers,” said Greg Sisung, Head of Sales Channels at Wix. “Our integration with YouTube transforms the social shopping experience for both sellers and buyers, and even influencers, allowing users to reach their target audiences where they already are, and enhancing their ability to engage with new and larger clientele.”

Wix merchants can manage YouTube Shopping through the Google & YouTube Sales Channels section in their Wix dashboard. Once enabled, merchants can take advantage of features like product tagging in videos and live streams, product drops, and showcasing items on the YouTube store tab. This seamless approach provides a unified shopping experience while Wix handles the backend processes, including syncing product information, managing inventory, and facilitating checkout.

Wix merchants can now utilize the Google & YouTube App in all locations where YouTube Shopping is supported.

About Wix.com Ltd.

Wix is the leading SaaS website builder platform¹ to create, manage and grow a digital presence. Founded in 2006, Wix is a comprehensive platform providing users – self-creators, agencies, enterprises, and more – with industry-leading performance, security, AI capabilities and a reliable infrastructure. Offering a wide range of commerce and business solutions, advanced SEO and marketing tools, the platform enables users to take full ownership of their brand, their data and their relationships with their customers. With a focus on continuous innovation and delivery of new features and products, users can seamlessly build a powerful and high-end digital presence for themselves or their clients. 

For more about Wix, please visit our Press Room
Media Relations Contact:  PR@wix.com  

¹ Based on number of active live sites as reported by competitors’ figures, independent third-party data and internal data as of H1 2024.

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LG Electronics yesterday unveiled a new air purifier- PuriCare AeroBooster in the Indian market and today the company has launched two new soundbars in the country that arrive with true wireless rear surround speakers.

LG S95TR Soundbar

Features

It comes with 17 strategically placed speakers that offer 810W power output. Its 9.1.5 channel setup includes 5 up-firing speakers, upgraded tweeters, and passive radiators allowing deep bass down to 120z and high-frequency delivery. The soundbar is powered by Dolby Atmos and DTS:X technology while built-in WOWCAST connects your LG TV and LG soundbar and lets you experience surround sound without visible wires.

Users can also control the soundbar and LG TV with one remote only like adjusting volume, and audio settings, checking connection status, and even selecting a sound mode on the screen. Connectivity options supported are- HDMI, Bluetooth 5.1, WiFi, USB, Alexa, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Google Home.

Here are all the specifications-

Availability

The soundbar is priced at Rs 84,990 and is available via LG.com for pre-orders. It is currently available on Amazon for Rs 79,988 for a limited time.

LG S90TY Soundbar

Features

The soundbar offers a 5.1.3 channel setup that provides 570W output. It includes a center, up-firing speaker. There are 11 speakers. It comes with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X technology support. Connectivity options supported are- HDMI, Bluetooth 5.1, WiFi, USB, Alexa, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Google Home.

Here are all the specs

Availability

It is available for pre-orders via LG.com and is priced at Rs 69,991. However interested buyers can purchase the soundbar from Flipkart at Rs 64,990.

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Apple has received a notice from India’s Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) following complaints about performance issues with iPhones after the rollout of its iOS 18 software update. The notice was issued after the Department of Consumer Affairs received grievances on the National Consumer Helpline, according to Union Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi.

“After receiving complaints on the National Consumer Helpline regarding performance issues in #iPhones following the iOS 18+ software update, the department, after examining these grievances, has issued a notice to #Apple through the CCPA, seeking a response on the matter,” Joshi said in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

After receiving complaints on the National Consumer Helpline regarding performance issues in #iPhones following the iOS 18+ software update, the department, after examining these grievances, has issued a notice to #Apple through the CCPA, seeking a response on the matter.

— Pralhad Joshi (@JoshiPralhad) January 23, 2025

Alleged Issues with iOS 18 Update

The complaints come amid Apple’s expansion in one of its fastest-growing markets, where the company has been ramping up its retail presence and manufacturing operations. The performance concerns reportedly coincide with the introduction of a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature in iOS 18, which has faced scrutiny.

The AI-driven feature, designed to provide personalised news and entertainment updates, was disabled in a beta update last week after users reported false or misleading alerts, a phenomenon known as “AI hallucinations.” Apple acknowledged the issue and has temporarily removed the feature in the beta version of iOS 18.3. Apple is reportedly working on a fix, with the final release expected in the coming weeks.

Apple’s iOS 18.2 update introduced several features under its “Apple Intelligence” initiative, including Image Playground, custom emoji creation, and ChatGPT integration into Siri. However, these additions have been outweighed by the technical problems that have prompted government intervention.

Broader Consumer Concerns

In addition to the notice issued to Apple, the CCPA has also taken action against major cab aggregators Ola and Uber. These companies are under scrutiny for alleged differential pricing based on the type of mobile devices customers use.

The investigation centres on reports that Ola and Uber may charge different fares for the same ride based on whether customers are using iPhones or Android devices. This practice, known as differential pricing, has raised concerns about fairness and transparency. While the exact mechanism for this pricing model remains unclear, it has prompted the CCPA to seek explanations from both companies.

As a follow-up to the earlier observation of apparent #DifferentialPricing based on the different models of mobiles (#iPhones/ #Android) being used, Department of Consumer Affairs through the CCPA, has issued notices to major cab aggregators #Ola and #Uber, seeking their…

— Pralhad Joshi (@JoshiPralhad) January 23, 2025

“As a follow-up to the earlier observation of apparent #DifferentialPricing based on the different models of mobiles (#iPhones/ #Android) being used, Department of Consumer Affairs through the CCPA, has issued notices to major cab aggregators #Ola and #Uber, seeking their responses,” Joshi stated in another post on X.

The notices are part of a broader push by the Indian government to ensure consumer rights are protected in an increasingly tech-driven marketplace. Both Apple and the cab aggregators will be required to respond to the queries raised by the CCPA.

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Google had launched the Chat feature with Text and WhatsApp long ago, allowing business owners to add these options to their business profiles. Previously, this feature wasn’t available for business owners in the US market. However, it now appears to be rolling out in the US as well.

Additionally, this feature is also available for users in India. I personally checked the business profile of one of our companies and found an option to add either WhatsApp or SMS for potential customers to initiate a chat.

To access this feature, log into your business profile and click on Edit. Under the Contact section, you will see the Chat option. A dropdown menu will appear with two options: Text or WhatsApp. You will need to enter the phone number you wish to use for communication.

Although business owners in the US can now see this option, earlier documentation from Google(via) still does not mention its availability in the US market.

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