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Avado Launches “Elevating HR with AI” Bootcamp: Empowering HR and L&D Professionals in the New Era of AI

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LONDON, June 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Avado, a leader in professional development and CIPD training, is excited to announce the launch of its new bootcamp, “Elevating HR with AI”. This immersive, one-day programme is designed to help Human Resources and Learning & Development professionals thrive in the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.

Organisations face several significant barriers when it comes to adopting AI. According to a report by IDC, about 43% need to reallocate their spending towards AI within the next 24 months. A notable 52% report a lack of skilled workers necessary for successful AI deployment and 28% are worried about data security and intellectual property loss. The “Elevating HR with AI” bootcamp is crafted for HR and L&D professionals to close this gap in skills and confidence within their organisation and to harness the transformative power of AI. This unique learning experience, led by expert facilitators at Avado, will demystify AI and its applications in HR, offering participants real-world case studies and actionable insights to drive positive change.

Participants will delve into the potential of AI, uncovering how it can enhance roles within HR and L&D. They will identify the business areas most affected by AI and understand what these changes mean for their organisations. The bootcamp also covers how to become a ‘Fast Follower’, adopting AI effectively trends develop. Additionally, attendees will be equipped with essential tools and techniques for AI integration and explore the ethical implications and discrimination challenges associated with AI.

The bootcamp is designed to build trust in AI tools while getting HR professionals excited about the potential to enhance their roles. It highlights the urgent need for immediate action around AI tools to future-proof HR functions. Participants will learn how to combine their human expertise with AI tools and be positioned as leaders in AI initiatives within their organisations.

Alexis Jackson, CEO of Avado said, “AI is more than a trend; it’s a transformative force. Managing its complexities, from varying employee skill levels to compliance yet maintaining the human touch in HR, is challenging. This bootcamp empowers HR professionals to lead this change, providing the resources needed to stay ahead and foster continuous learning within their organisations.”

The bootcamp features facilitator-led, interactive sessions. High-energy group discussions foster collaboration and idea sharing, scenario-based activities provide practical experience, while reflective exercises encourage deep thinking about AI applications in HR. Participants will also gain access to a comprehensive suite of PDF resources designed to help them apply their new skills immediately. These resources include strategy playbooks, AI toolkits, compliance documentation, and step-by-step guides, providing future-proof tools and knowledge to excel in the ever-evolving field of HR.

The programme runs for a full day, from 9 am to 4 pm (BST). The first cohort, starting on 13th June, has already sold out during the presale to Avado Connect members. The next cohorts are scheduled for Wednesday 26th June, and Thursday 11th July. Spaces are limited, so early registration is recommended. Each cohort will gain additional access to 5monthly, one-hour masterclasses, to stay up to date on the latest AI trends in HR.

For more information and to register for the Elevating HR with AI bootcamp, visit the website.

The bootcamp can be customised to fit your organisational context through bespoke case studies relevant to your sector. This is an optional add-on, for closed cohorts only. Contact Avado directly for business enquiries.

About Avado

Avado is the trusted training partner for HR professionals in the UK and globally. Over the past 10 years, we have supported more than 100,000 learners towards their professional goals, providing them with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in their career.

Media contact: Tim Page, info@avadolearning.com, +44 20 3906 7100

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2026 Canton Fair Design Award Winners Showcase China’s Innovation Strength

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GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the 140th Canton Fair opens, the winners of the 2026 Canton Fair Design Award (CF Award) have also been announced. Winning products are now on display in Area D of the Canton Fair Complex, offering visitors a closer look at some of the latest advances in Chinese manufacturing and industrial design.

Among this year’s top honorees, a domestically developed high-performance sport motorcycle and an intelligent navigation capsule robot gastric endoscopy system received the Best of the Best Award, the competition’s highest recognition.

The Canton Fair also enhanced the visitor experience with a themed showcase area within the award exhibition. Built around four application-oriented concepts, namely Outdoor Pleasure, Smart Living, Cozy Home and Kitchen Elegance, the immersive displays demonstrate how innovative designs can be integrated into everyday life, helping visitors better understand the practical value behind these award-winning products.

This year, 4,218 products from 2,112 companies competed for the award. Following multiple rounds of evaluation, 222 products from 174 companies were selected.

The award-winning products reflect several key trends shaping the next stage of Chinese manufacturing. Innovation remains a defining theme, with breakthrough technologies ranging from upper limb motor function assistance and enhancement system to exoskeleton robots, underscoring the growing momentum of high-end manufacturing.

Meanwhile, intelligent technologies continue to gain traction across industries. Smart products account for more than 30% of this year’s winners, with AI-powered glasses, intelligent conference terminals and smart healthcare devices extending AI applications across home, office, medical and outdoor environments.

Sustainability is also becoming increasingly embedded throughout the product lifecycle. Green products represent over 40% of the winning entries, while innovations such as integrated energy-saving panels and sugarcane paper demonstrate how environmentally conscious practices are being incorporated into product design, materials selection and manufacturing processes.

Established in 2013, the Canton Fair Design Award is widely regarded as a benchmark for design innovation in China’s foreign trade sector. The award recognizes products that combine design excellence with commercial value, promoting the transformation and upgrading of Chinese manufacturing and supporting high-quality trade development. Entries are evaluated across five dimensions: innovation, quality, functionality, aesthetics and sustainability.

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InstaMall Launches Same-Day Fashion Delivery Experience, Bringing 80+ Brands to Shoppers’ Doors in Miami

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First-of-its-kind shopping app pairs artificial intelligence with same-day delivery, bringing luxury
and contemporary brands directly to customers’ doorsteps 

Featured luxury and contemporary brands include AllSaints, John Varvatos and Aritzia

MIAMI, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — InstaMall, a first-of-its-kind shopping app offering same-day delivery and access to real-time inventory across luxury and contemporary fashion, launches today in Miami, Florida. Now available via iOS and Android, InstaMall provides access to more than 80 contemporary and luxury fashion brands across Miami’s five premier retail clusters, including Balmain, Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta, Ganni, Coach, Diesel, Reformation, Aritzia, Cult Gaia, Prada and more. InstaMall will add more brands within the app in the coming weeks and seasons. 

Sitting at the intersection of fashion, technology and commerce, InstaMall brings inspiration and purchase together through a more dynamic way to discover and shop for fashion. The experience combines access to luxury and contemporary brands with the convenience of same-day delivery, bringing the speed customers have come to expect across categories like food and groceries to fashion while maintaining the brand experience retailers and shoppers expect.

Within the app, customers will have access to InstaMall’s AI-powered stylist and virtual try-on features, making it easier to browse, discover and shop styles online. InstaMall’s AI Stylist serves as an intelligent shopping assistant that responds to customers’ preferences in real time. Customers can use the AI Stylist to receive product recommendations, build outfits, ask questions and discover new styles, while its virtual try-on feature allows them to visualize select items on themselves before making a purchase.

“InstaMall was founded on the belief that the convenience customers have come to expect from same-day delivery should extend to the way they shop for fashion,” said Elliot Aboud, Founder and CEO of InstaMall. “As fashion and technology continue to evolve together, we saw an opportunity to create a more seamless shopping experience that brings customers closer to the brands they love, combining a curated assortment, AI-powered styling and virtual try-on with the ease and convenience of same-day delivery.”

Prior to founding InstaMall, Elliot Aboud helped build the Aroma360 and Hotel Collection brands, overseeing the launch of the first retail store and expanding the retail footprint to more than 30 stores across the United States and two in Dubai. InstaMall is bringing fashion and luxury to the next generation with its seamless shopping experience and wide selection of brands.

Customers can download InstaMall through the Apple App Store or Google Play, or by going to instamall.co.

About InstaMall 

InstaMall is a same-day fashion shopping and discovery app reimagining how consumers shop for luxury and contemporary brands. Sitting at the intersection of fashion, technology and commerce, InstaMall brings inspiration and purchase together in an experience that gives consumers a more dynamic way to discover and shop. Where on-demand delivery has long existed for categories like food and groceries, InstaMall brings that same convenience to luxury fashion for the first time, delivering the same day without compromising the brand experience fashion retailers and their customers expect. The company launched publicly in Miami on October 16, 2026, and plans to expand nationally. For more information, please visit instamall.co.

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PTC to Announce Fourth Fiscal Quarter and Full Year 2026 Results on Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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BOSTON, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) will release its fiscal 2026 fourth quarter and full year results on Wednesday, November 4th after the stock market closes. As previously announced on October 5th, 2026, PTC entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Schneider Electric. In light of the pending transaction, PTC is suspending quarterly earnings conference calls and is no longer providing quarterly or annual guidance.

The earnings press release and accompanying financial data tables will be accessible on the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at PTC Investor Relations.

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PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) is a global software company that enables manufacturers and product companies to digitally transform how they design, manufacture, and service the physical products the world relies on. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PTC employs over 7,000 people and supports more than 30,000 customers globally. For more information, please visit www.ptc.com.

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