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Sharp Heats Up the 2024 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show with High-Speed Oven Collaboration with Hyper-realistic Cake Artist April Julian

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The exciting new oven concept utilizes industry-first cooking technology to help reduce cooking time

Show attendees will have the chance to win a Sharp product by participating in a real vs. cake guessing game

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sharp Home Electronics Company of America (SHCA) is heating up the 2024 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas with a preview of its forthcoming appliance innovation: the High-Speed Oven. This built-in oven can help revolutionize home cooking, and help prepare special occasion dishes quickly.

Designed to cater to modern lifestyle demands, the Sharp High-Speed Oven boasts unparalleled cooking technology that may reduce cooking time to as little as one-third of that of a conventional home oven. The industry-first Gold Carbon Heater is meticulously engineered to recreate charcoal grill flavor. Flavors that were once confined to an outdoor grill can now be achieved year-round from the comfort of the kitchen. Beyond the Gold Carbon Heater, the oven’s intelligent heating offerings also includes True European Convection and Microwave with Inverter Control heating systems.

“We are thrilled to introduce the High-Speed Oven, as we believe it will be a game-changer in the world of home cooking,” said Jim Sanduski, President, SHCA. “With its speed and versatility, this oven empowers home cooks to unleash their creativity in the kitchen, making every meal an extraordinary culinary experience.”

And to sweeten its presence at this year’s show, SHCA has partnered with cake artist April Julian to replicate a Sharp product with cake. Show attendees are encouraged to drop by the booth to partake in a guessing game centered around a deceptive cake masterpiece created by April, who’s mind-bending bakes landed her on Netflix’s hit show “Is It Cake?” April’s bake will be pitted against an actual Sharp Countertop Microwave Oven. Those who guess which is cake correctly will be entered for a chance to win one of the following Sharp Plasmacluster® Ion Air Purifiers: KCP70UW Smart Air Purifier with Humidifier, FXJ80UW Smart Air Purifier for XL-Room, FPK50UW Air Purifier for Medium Rooms, or a 0.7 cu. ft., 700 Watt, Microwave Oven in Black by Sharp.  

April will debut her cake creation at the show’s opening on February 27 at 10:00 am PST, and cut into the cake to reveal the results on February 28 at 2:00 pm PST. For those unable to attend in person, the challenge will extend to social media – tune into April’s Instagram (@apriljuliancakes) on February 27 to play along virtually.

“We are beyond excited to see how April will bring our Sharp Countertop Microwave Oven to life through cake,” says Peter Weedfald, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, SHCA. “The cake guessing game will certainly add an element of fun and excitement to our KBIS space.”

To view the High-Speed Oven and April’s sensational bake, visit Booth #W1231 at KBIS from February 27-29, 2024. Schedule a booth walk-through with Sharp executives by contacting SharpConsumer@peppercomm.com. More information on Sharp’s current home appliance offerings can be found at shop.sharpusa.com.

About Sharp Home Electronics Company of America (SHCA) – Montvale, NJ

SHCA is the US Consumer Products Group of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the US sales subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, a worldwide developer and manufacturer of one-of-a-kind premium technology products.  SHCA includes our premium home appliances manufacturing facility in Memphis, TN, together with the sales & marketing, and servicing of home electronics based in Montvale, NJ.  Leading products include Sharp AQUOS™ TVs, Sharp Carousel®, Microwave Drawer™ Ovens, SuperSteam+™ ovens, and Plasmacluster® Ion air purifiers. 

Sharp Corporation appears on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2023. Sharp Electronics Corporation received a 2023 award for Best Places to Work in NJ. Learn more at http://www.sharpusa.com/.

Sharp, AQUOS, Carousel, Microwave Drawer, SuperSteam+, Plasmacluster, and all related trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sharp Corporation and/or its affiliated companies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Press Contact: (Sharp)
Kellyn Curtis
972.816.1355
kellyn.curtis@peppercomm.com

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Function Now Connects to Meta’s Muse, Allowing Members to Bring Their Personal Health Data to the New AI Agent

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Members can securely bring their Function health data into Muse to better understand their health and personalize their AI experience.

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Function today announced that members can securely connect their Function health data to Muse, Meta’s new personal AI agent. Muse joins ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity in Function’s growing network of AI connectors, giving members the ability to bring their personal health data into the AI experiences they choose to use.

Muse can use a member’s Function insights as personal context to help them understand their health, build and adapt plans around their goals, track progress, and follow through over time, while members remain in control of their data.

“Your AI should know your biology,” said Jonathan Swerdlin, CEO and Co-founder of Function. “By connecting Function health data to Muse, people can bring a living picture of their health into the AI platforms they use every day. We are entering a world where people understand their bodies in far greater detail and increasingly rely on AI to make decisions. Bringing those together makes AI dramatically more useful.”

How it works

Members authorize the connection from inside Meta, through the same account controls they already use to manage their account data. Once connected, Muse draws on their lab results and clinician-reviewed summaries to inform the goals and tasks a member brings to it.

Ask Muse how a lab result compares to a member’s optimal range before deciding whether to act on itHave Muse build or adjust a plan toward a health goal, using a member’s own Function insights as contextLet Muse flag when it’s time to schedule a member’s next Function lab visit, and follow up until it’s on the calendar

The Function health connector will roll out in the coming weeks. To learn more about Function or become a member, visit www.functionhealth.com.

About Function

Function is on a mission to enable everyone to live 100 healthy years. A groundbreaker in its category, Function has changed the game by making lab testing, MRI and CT, and longitudinal health data accessible, understandable, and actionable—serving millions. Function’s Medical Intelligence Lab™ (MI Lab™) is leveraging a dedicated clinical team to develop a continuous learning system that helps its members see, understand, and act on their biology over time. Members receive access to 160+ lab tests—including biannual testing—for just $365/year, equivalent to $1 per day, covering the heart, hormones, thyroid, liver, kidneys, heavy metal exposures, nutrient levels, inflammation, potential cancer signals, and more. Each member’s results are integrated into an intelligent, personalized interface designed to support powerfully informed decision-making. Function members can also access (for an additional cost) MRI and CT that are designed to see signs of cancer and hundreds of other conditions. Function believes everyone should have the power to own their health.

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Teletrac Navman Appoints Ricardo Buranello as CEO

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Alain Samaha to Continue Serving on Board of Directors

SYDNEY, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Teletrac Navman, a leading global provider of intelligent fleet and asset management solutions, today announced that it has named current Chief Financial and Operating Officer Ricardo Buranello as Teletrac Navman’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2026. Mr Buranello succeeds Alain Samaha, who will continue in the CEO role through September 30, 2026, to ensure a seamless transition. Mr Samaha will remain a member of Teletrac Navman’s Board of Directors and continue supporting the Company’s long-term vision and strategic planning.

Mr Buranello is a seasoned executive with more than two decades of international experience across telematics, IoT, and high-growth technology businesses. Having served as Chief Financial and Operating Officer since joining Teletrac Navman, he brings deep financial and operational expertise, a strong strategic orientation, and an intimate knowledge of the business that make him ideally suited to lead the Company into its next chapter. Mr Buranello previously held leadership roles at Telit Cinterion, Siemens and Totvs.

“This represents an ideal time for Teletrac’s next phase of leadership, and we’re confident that Ricardo is the right person for the job,” said Jonathan Olefson, Chairman of the Board at Teletrac Navman. “Ricardo is a proven, mission-oriented leader who understands our business from the inside out. We look forward to what he and the entire team will accomplish.”

“Alain helped transform Teletrac into a global leader in telematics and fleet management solutions. We are grateful for his vision, passion, and many contributions, and look forward to working with him on the Board,” continued Olefson.

Mr Samaha stated, “Leading Teletrac has been one of the great privileges of my professional life. I am proud of what we have done together, and I am equally excited about what lies ahead for Teletrac. Ricardo is the right leader for this moment. His strategic clarity and deep understanding of our business will serve Teletrac, our customers, and our employees well into the future.”

Mr Buranello added, “I am honoured by the trust the Board has placed in me and energised by the opportunities ahead. Our customers, employees, and partners can count on the same dedication to innovation, excellence, and delivering meaningful results that has been at the core of Teletrac since the beginning.”

Under Mr Buranello’s leadership, Teletrac Navman will continue advancing its cloud-based, AI-powered connected mobility platform while building on the growth, stability, and customer focus that have long defined the Company.

About Teletrac Navman

Teletrac Navman empowers the industries that transform and sustain our futures with simple and intelligent solutions that enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of their operation. As a connected mobility platform for industries that manage vehicle and equipment assets, Teletrac Navman simplifies the complex so that its customers can transform the way they work through cloud-based solutions that leverage AI to unlock the power of operational insight. The company operates globally, with offices worldwide and headquarters in Northbrook, IL. For more information visit https://www.teletracnavman.com.au/.

About Respida

Respida is a software-focused private equity firm with decades of combined investing and operating experience. The firm partners with management teams at growth-oriented software and software-enabled companies, bringing hands-on operational rigor and financial discipline to drive growth and build durable market leaders. For more information, visit https://respida.com/.

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Coda welcomes Bombay High Court judgment in its favor

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Coda welcomed the Bombay High Court’s judgment on 2 September 2026 allowing the appeal by Coda Payments India and setting aside the orders that had kept its bank accounts and payment accounts frozen.

The judgment is a significant and positive outcome for Coda. We have been clear and consistent in our position throughout the proceedings and welcome the Court’s decision.

Coda has cooperated fully with the relevant authorities and respects the legal process. We now look forward to the judgment being implemented expeditiously and in full.

Coda remains committed to meeting all applicable legal and regulatory requirements in every market in which it operates.

The Bombay High Court’s judgment relates to the freeze on Coda Payments India’s bank accounts and payment accounts. Other related proceedings remain ongoing.

About Coda

Coda is a global leader in monetization, distribution, and commerce, trusted by the biggest names in gaming, entertainment, and technology, including Activision, Electronic Arts, Riot Games, Ubisoft, and Moonton. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Singapore, Coda operates with 670+ employees worldwide, with core hubs in Asia and Europe. Coda combines payments, commerce, distribution, and rewards to drive global revenue growth for brands and publishers.

Coda’s products include Codapay, which provides access to 400+ payment methods across 80+ markets through a single API integration; Coda Webstore, which powers fully customized direct-to-consumer storefronts; Coda Consumer Platforms, including Codashop, Recharge.com, and Startselect.com; Coda Distribution, which extends reach through a network of commerce partners; and Giftcloud, a UK-based rewards business serving enterprise customers across Europe.

Coda is backed by Apis Partners, Insight Partners, Smash Capital, and GIC, and has been named an APAC High Growth Company (2023) by Financial Times, one of Granite Asia’s NextGenTech 30 (2024), a payments leader on Fortune’s Fintech Innovation Asia list (2024), and listed among The Straits Times Fastest Growing Fintechs (2024). For more on Coda, visit coda.co.

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Coda:
Liz Adam
VP, Corporate Affairs
liz.adam@coda.co 

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