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Altec Lansing Unveils New Headphones Lineup at CES 2025, Delivering a High-Quality On-the-Go Listening Experience

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Building on its storied heritage, this legendary brand introduces new headphones that redefine premium sound for every listener

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Altec Lansing, the leading global audio electronics company announces the launch of its new premium adult headphones and an enhanced version of its award-winning kids’ headphones at CES 2025. Continuing its tradition of audio excellence, Altec Lansing expands its diverse lineup with innovative headphones and upgraded, kid-friendly audio solutions, delivering high-quality sound designed to suit every age, interest and lifestyle.

The new headphone collection offers cutting-edge audio technology designed to optimize every listener’s experience, whether at home, on the go or while exercising. From the ultra-portable Nanobud View ANC to the immersive Comfort Pro ANC Headphones and the versatile Clip 2.0 Open Wearable Earbuds, this lineup caters to a wide range of lifestyles.

The Nanobuds View ANC are wireless, pocket-sized earbuds that are perfect for on-the-go listening. Offering up to 20 hours of playtime with their charging case and a quick 15-minute charge for two hours of playback, they’re ideal for exercise, work or travel. Listeners can place the headphones back into the charging case and see how much power the case and each headphone have through the display feature. The IPX4-rated earbuds are also sweatproof and dustproof, ensuring durability during workouts. With a low latency mode for minimal audio delay and clear call quality, the Nanobuds View ANC provide seamless listening in any environment.

For those seeking an over-the-ear headphone experience with spatial audio and noise cancellation, the Comfort Pro ANC Headphones feature both Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC), delivering an immersive audio experience while also allowing users to stay aware of their surroundings — making them ideal for busy urban environments. With up to 60 hours of playtime in wireless mode and 40 hours with ANC on, these headphones are perfect for extended listening sessions. The headphones also feature super-low latency mode for gamers along with spatial audio for a more realistic audio experience.

The Clip 2.0 Open Wearable Earbuds offer high-quality sound with an open-ear design, making them ideal for outdoor activities like jogging or commuting. These earbuds let you stay aware of your surroundings while enjoying music or taking calls. With six hours of playtime per charge and a total playtime of 24 hours, the Clip 2.0 earbuds are designed for active individuals who value safety and convenience. Their compact design, auto pairing and 10-meter Bluetooth range provide excellent connectivity, whether you’re in the city or on the move.

Building on the success of their award-winning predecessors, the Kid-Friendly ANC Pro headphones deliver Altec Lansing sound at a safe 85dB volume, ensuring a premium listening experience while protecting young ears. Designed for children ages 6 and up, these headphones offer up to 50 hours of battery life in Bluetooth mode and unlimited playtime when used with a wired connection. The headphones come with a carry pouch, a carabiner for easy portability and a USB-C adapter to directly connect to your tablet, smartphone, laptop or any other device when Bluetooth is not an option. The newly added “Find My Headphone” feature helps parents keep track of the headphones if they’re misplaced. Whether at school, in the car or on vacation, this feature allows parents to easily locate the headphones via the “Apple Find My” smartphone app, providing peace of mind and saving time from searching.

“At Altec Lansing, we’re committed to redefining how people experience sound — whether they’re navigating daily commutes or enjoying a moment of relaxation,” said Ike Franco, Founder and CEO of Infinity Brands, the parent company of Altec Lansing. “Our new lineup of headphones offers unmatched clarity, comfort and convenience, providing an engaging audio experience that moves with you. From busy professionals to fitness enthusiasts, these headphones deliver exceptional sound, long-lasting battery life and the freedom to stay connected while maintaining awareness of your surroundings.”

Additional headphones debuting at CES:

STIX TWS ANC Earbuds: Offering a pocket-sized charging case for easy portability, these earbuds feature ANC/ENC noise cancellation to further elevate audio experiences. With up to five hours of playtime per charge and 30 hours total with the charging case, they provide long-lasting performance. Powered by 40mAh batteries and 8mm neodymium drivers, they deliver rich sound with a Bluetooth range of up to 10 meters. Plus, they charge quickly in just one hour for hassle-free listening.Nanobuds View: Designed for on-the-go convenience, these sweatproof and dustproof earbuds (IPX5 rated) offer up to five hours of playtime, with a total of 20 hours using the charging case, which includes three times the battery power. Equipped with low-latency mode for minimal Bluetooth delay, a digital display screen for easy tracking and single mic clear calling for flawless communication, they make excellent options for those who lead an active lifestyle.

The new Altec Lansing headphones will be available in Q2. The leading audio equipment provider will also be showcasing new party speakers, Hi-Fi equipment and the Hydra 2.0 Series at booth LVCC, Central Hall — 15429 during CES. For more information on Altec products and partnerships, please visit https://alteclansing.com/.

About Altec Lansing
Since 1927, generations of music enthusiasts have recognized Altec Lansing as a premier brand that consistently delivers high quality and rich sound in a host of audio products including; headphones, earphones, everything-proof speakers, home and car audio, DJ speakers, turntables, mobile accessories and more. Altec Lansing provides a seamless combination of beautiful design aesthetics and terrific sound to exceed every audiophile’s expectations. Those who know audio, know Altec Lansing. http://www.alteclansing.com / @alteclansingofficial

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FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION APPOINTS DAVID S. SCHULZ TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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LANCASTER, Pa., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fulton Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: FULT) (“Fulton”) today announced the appointment of David S. Schulz as a member of its board of directors (the “Board”) for a term commencing September 14, 2026 and expiring at Fulton’s 2027 annual meeting of shareholders.

“We’re excited to welcome Dave to Fulton’s board of directors,” said Curt Myers, Fulton Chairman, CEO, and President. “Dave brings extensive financial leadership experience gained through more than a decade of service with publicly traded companies. His expertise in finance, strategic planning, risk, and mergers and acquisitions will provide valuable perspective as we continue to execute our growth strategy and create long-term value for our shareholders, customers and communities.”

With the addition of Schulz, Fulton’s Board will have 11 members, and he will serve on the Audit and Risk committees. Schulz has also been appointed to the board of directors of Fulton’s banking subsidiary, Fulton Bank, N.A.

Schulz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wesco International, Inc. (“Wesco”) from 2016 to June 2020, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wesco from June 2020 to February 2026 and as Executive Vice President and Special Advisor to the CEO of Wesco from February 2026 until his retirement on May 31, 2026. 

Prior to joining Wesco, Schulz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Armstrong Flooring, Inc. and was previously Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. and Vice President of Finance of the Armstrong Building Products division.

Before joining Armstrong World Industries in 2011, he held various financial leadership roles with Procter & Gamble and The J.M. Smucker Company. He was also an officer in the United States Marine Corps.

In 2025, Schulz joined the board of Sterling Infrastructure, Inc., and he was appointed as chair of the audit committee in 2026. He also serves on the company’s compensation and talent development committee.

ABOUT FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION

Fulton, a $34 billion Lancaster, Pa.-based financial holding company, has more than 3,400 employees and operates more than 215 financial centers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and Virginia through Fulton Bank, N.A. Additional information on Fulton can be found at https://investor.fultonbank.com.

Contact: Steve Trapnell
717-291-2739

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Octavio Marquez Elected to MSA Safety Board of Directors

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PITTSBURGH, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of MSA Safety Inc. (NYSE: MSA), a global leader in the development of advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions, today announced that Octavio Marquez, president and chief executive officer of Diebold Nixdorf, has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors. His election was part of the MSA Board’s regular succession plans.

“We are very pleased to have the opportunity to add Octavio to the MSA Board,” said Robert A. Bruggeworth, MSA chairman. “He brings a broad range of executive leadership experience, including strategy development, capital allocation, business transformation and serving international markets, which will serve MSA well.”

“Octavio’s perspectives will be an asset to me and our entire Executive Leadership Team,” said Steven C. Blanco, MSA president and CEO. “It is a pleasure to welcome Octavio to MSA, and I look forward to working with him.”

Mr. Marquez joined Diebold Nixdorf in 2014 and has held senior leadership roles across the company’s Global Banking organization and its Americas region, including as executive vice president of Global Banking and senior vice president of the Americas. Before joining Diebold Nixdorf, Mr. Marquez held leadership positions at Dell EMC, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, IBM and NCR.

Diebold Nixdorf automates, digitizes and transforms the way people bank and shop. As a partner to the majority of the world’s top 100 financial institutions and top 25 global retailers, its integrated solutions connect digital and physical channels conveniently, securely and efficiently for millions of customers every day. Headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, Diebold Nixdorf employs approximately 20,000 employees globally, supporting more than 100 countries.

Mr. Marquez holds a degree in business and finance from Universidad Iberoamericana and has completed executive education programs at MIT Sloan, The Wharton School and The University of Texas at Austin.

About MSA Safety

MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) is the global leader in advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions. Driven by its singular mission of safety, the company has been at the forefront of safety innovation since 1914, protecting workers and facility infrastructure around the world across a broad range of diverse end markets while creating sustainable value for shareholders. With 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion, MSA Safety is headquartered in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, and employs a team of approximately 5,300 associates across its more than 40 international locations. For more information, please visit www.MSASafety.com.

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BlueFolder Field Service Software Launches New AI-Powered Features to Transform How Teams Work

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New AI capabilities instantly surface customer insights and transform technician notes into actionable summaries to help field service teams work faster, stay aligned, and deliver better service

AUBURN, Ala., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BlueFolder field service software recently announced the launch of two powerful new AI features: AI-Powered Customer Summaries and AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization. Together, these capabilities are designed to eliminate the time-consuming, manual work of reviewing fragmented customer records and lengthy technician notes—giving field service teams instant clarity to respond faster, make smarter decisions, and deliver exceptional service.

BlueFolder expands it’s field service and work order management suite with two exciting new AI field service features.

Built directly into the BlueFolder platform, both features leverage artificial intelligence to automatically compile and summarize complex, unstructured data into clear, easy-to-read overviews. The result: technicians, dispatchers, and managers always have the context they need, right when they need it.

AI-Powered Customer Summaries

As field service organizations grow, customer information becomes increasingly scattered across emails, service request logs, and communication histories. BlueFolder’s AI Customer Summary feature addresses this challenge head-on by consolidating those interactions into a single, actionable snapshot.

Instead of manually digging through multiple records before a service call or customer interaction, teams can now access a real-time summary highlighting key concerns, past service activity, and recent updates. The feature goes beyond basic summarization and surfaces critical business insights such as equipment past due for maintenance, approaching warranty expirations, and proactive revenue opportunities, empowering teams to recommend follow-ups or upgrades directly from the customer record.

Built-in traceability links each summary back to its original source communications, so users can validate insights with confidence, ensuring both speed and accuracy in every customer interaction.

AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization

In many service organizations, technicians log updates across multiple visits, often resulting in long, fragmented notes that are difficult to review at a glance. BlueFolder’s AI Field Notes Summarization feature solves this by automatically condensing multiple technician entries into a structured summary that highlights key milestones, actions taken, and next steps.

Rather than scrolling through pages of updates, managers and dispatchers can immediately understand job status and determine what needs to happen next, improving alignment between field and office teams, accelerating decision-making, and reducing miscommunication. The feature is especially valuable for complex or multi-day jobs, where clear continuity and smooth technician handoffs are critical to delivering consistent service. It’s another featuring making BlueFolder’s work order management software capabilities stronger every day.

“History is one of the most powerful tools a service team has — the problem is it’s usually buried. BlueFolder’s new AI features fix that. Your team walks into every interaction already knowing the customer, knowing the equipment, and exactly where things stand. That changes the entire experience,” says John Shaw, VP, Technology, Service Operations.

AI as a Core Part of the BlueFolder Platform

The launch of these two features reflects BlueFolder’s broader commitment to embedding AI throughout its field service management software as an integrated layer of intelligence that makes every workflow smarter. Rather than requiring teams to change how they work, BlueFolder’s AI capabilities are designed to surface the right information at the right moment automatically, within the tools that technicians, dispatchers, and managers already use every day.

“AI is transforming what’s possible in field service, and BlueFolder is answering that call. These features are the result of deep platform expertise and a clear vision for where the industry is headed. We’re embedding intelligence throughout the platform because we know it makes our customers more competitive, more efficient, and better positioned to grow,” says Stephen Myslicki, Group President of Field Services.

Availability

Both AI-Powered Customer Summaries and AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization are available now to BlueFolder customers as optional, easy-to-enable features within the platform. They are part of BlueFolder’s growing suite of AI-driven capabilities designed to help field service organizations operate more efficiently and scale with confidence.

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