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AI, Cybersecurity, and Leadership Will Be Center Stage at Info-Tech LIVE 2025 This June in Las Vegas

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As the highly anticipated industry event Info-Tech LIVE 2025 rapidly approaches, the latest round of speaker announcements reflects the growing focus on practical, executive-level insights for technology leaders. Taking place June 10–12 at Bellagio in Las Vegas, The sessions will explore how CIOs and IT teams can navigate complex transformation priorities, lead AI-driven innovation, and strengthen organizational resilience through digital strategy and security modernization now and into the coming year.

TORONTO, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Info-Tech Research Group has announced the latest additions to its speaker lineup for Info-Tech LIVE 2025, the firm’s premier annual IT conference taking place June 10–12 at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. The recently released speakers are set to deliver high-impact sessions that reflect the current topics IT leaders care most about in 2025, including executive leadership, cybersecurity, AI, privacy, and the future of IT operating models. The announcement builds on the firm’s earlier agenda reveals and further showcases the breadth of strategic insight that will define this year’s event.

Info-Tech LIVE 2025 is built around the theme “Transform IT. Transform everything.” The event will feature keynote presentations, peer panels, analyst-led breakouts, and networking opportunities tailored to help technology leaders solve real-world problems and set a forward-looking strategy. With disruption accelerating across industries, these sessions will equip the over 4,000 CIOs, CDOs, CISOs, and IT leaders expected for this year’s conference with the tools and insights they need to lead transformation from within.

“At LIVE 2025, we’re not just talking about change; we’re providing the frameworks and tools to drive it,” says Chief Research Officer at Info-Tech Research Group, Gord Harrison. “This next set of speakers brings practical expertise and strategic insight that reflects the real-world challenges technology leaders are facing today, from enabling innovation and AI-driven change to building more secure, resilient, and responsive organizations.”

Newly Announced Speakers for Info-Tech LIVE 2025 in Las Vegas:
The latest additions to Info-Tech’s 2025 speaker roster bring a wealth of expertise shaped by decades of hands-on leadership, consulting, and innovation. Their sessions will offer attendees fresh perspectives on current enterprise challenges, from navigating emerging technologies and compliance demands to scaling transformation strategies and aligning IT investments with business growth. The newly announced speakers include:

Jack Hakimian, SVP, Research & Advisory Services, Info-Tech Research Group
Jack Hakimian brings over 30 years of technology and consulting experience across financial services, energy, telecommunications, and government sectors. Hakimian has led global strategy and transformation programs at firms such as Accenture, Deloitte, EY, and IBM, with deep expertise in AI, CRM, ERP, and M&A consulting.

Rob Meikle, Executive Counselor, Info-Tech Research Group
Rob Meikle is a recognized leader in public sector innovation, having served as CIO for the City of Toronto and the City of Brampton. Meikle has been honored globally for IT leadership and transformation and brings a rich cross-sector perspective to building high-performing, future-ready teams.

Geoff Nielson, SVP, Brand, Info-Tech Research Group
Geoff Nielson currently leads Info-Tech’s Brand & Content team and previously spearheaded the firm’s Executive Services and digital transformation initiatives. Nielson brings a decade of experience helping CIOs translate research into actionable strategies, including launching multiple SaaS solutions for IT leaders.

Jeremy Roberts, Senior Director, Research & Content, Info-Tech Research GroupJeremy leads research initiatives spanning AI, cloud, infrastructure, and user experience. A frequent keynote speaker and media contributor, he combines deep academic expertise with practical guidance to help organizations navigate fast-moving technology trends.

Aaron Shum, Vice President, Research & Advisory, Info-Tech Research Group
With over 25 years in IT, InfoSec, and privacy, Aaron Shum guides organizations through security modernization and regulatory compliance. Shum’s leadership in areas such as GDPR and Exponential IT supports enterprises looking to build resilient, secure operations at scale.

Tom Zehren, Chief Executive Officer, Info-Tech Research Group
Tom Zehren brings a global perspective to IT strategy, with past roles as Chief Product Officer at Info-Tech and a decade at McKinsey. With a PhD in Technology Management, Zehren has advised high-growth tech firms and VC funds and now leads the firm in its mission to deliver measurable outcomes for IT leaders.

With the reveal of more highly anticipated industry thought leaders to take the stage June 9-12 in Las Vegas, Info-Tech LIVE 2025 continues to shape up as a must-attend event for IT decision-makers looking to transform their organizations. Further speaker announcements will be released in the weeks leading up to the conference.

For the latest details, visit the Info-Tech LIVE 2025 in Las Vegas page, and follow Info-Tech Research Group on LinkedIn and X

Media Passes for Info-Tech LIVE 2025 in Las Vegas
Media professionals, including journalists, podcasters, and influencers, are invited to attend Info-Tech LIVE 2025 to gain exclusive access to research, content, and interviews with industry leaders. For those unable to attend in person, Info-Tech offers a digital pass option, providing access to live-streamed keynotes, select sessions, and exclusive virtual interviews with speakers and analysts.

Media professionals looking to apply for in-person or digital passes can contact pr@infotech.com to secure their spot and cover the latest advancements in IT for their audiences.

Exhibitor Opportunities
Exhibitors are also invited to be part of Info-Tech LIVE and showcase their products and services to a highly engaged audience of IT decision-makers. For more information about becoming an Info-Tech LIVE exhibitor, please contact events@infotech.com

About Info-Tech Research Group
Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s divisions, visit McLean & Company for HR research and advisory services and SoftwareReviews for software-buying insights. 

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com.

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MATSON ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF 3 MILLION SHARES TO EXISTING SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM AND QUARTERLY DIVIDEND OF $0.36 PER SHARE

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HONOLULU, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of Matson, Inc. (NYSE: MATX), a leading U.S. carrier in the Pacific, approved adding three million shares to its existing share repurchase program and extending the program to December 31, 2029.  As of April 23, 2026, the existing share repurchase program had approximately 0.7 million shares remaining.  The Board also declared a second quarter dividend of $0.36 per common share.  The dividend will be paid on June 4, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 7, 2026.

“We are pleased to announce an additional three million shares to our existing share repurchase program,” said Matt Cox, Matson’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.  “Since we commenced our share repurchase program in August 2021, we have repurchased approximately 14.3 million shares, or approximately 33% of the then outstanding shares, for a total cost of $1.3 billion.  Going forward, we will continue to be both disciplined and opportunistic in our capital allocation, and we remain committed to returning excess cash to shareholders to create additional shareholder value over the long-term.” 

Shares will be repurchased in the open market from time to time at the Company’s discretion, based on ongoing assessments of the capital needs of the business, the market price of its common shares and general market conditions.  The Company may enter into Rule 10b5-1 plans to facilitate purchases under the program.  The repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

About the Company

Founded in 1882, Matson (NYSE: MATX) is a leading provider of ocean transportation and logistics services.  Matson provides a vital lifeline of ocean freight transportation services to the domestic non-contiguous economies of Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam, and to other island economies in Micronesia.  Matson also operates premium, expedited services from China to Long Beach, California, which includes cargo from other Asia origins, provides services to Okinawa, Japan and various islands in the South Pacific, and operates an international export service from Alaska to Asia.  The Company’s fleet of owned and chartered vessels includes containerships, combination container and roll-on/roll-off ships and barges.  Matson Logistics, established in 1987, extends the geographic reach of Matson’s transportation network throughout North America and Asia.  Its integrated logistics services include rail intermodal, highway brokerage, warehousing, freight consolidation, supply chain management, and freight forwarding to Alaska.  Additional information about the Company is available at www.matson.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Statements in this news release that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements,” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the relevant forward-looking statement, including but not limited to, statements about capital allocation plans, the timing, manner and volume of repurchases of common shares pursuant to the repurchase program, and use of excess cash.  These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance.  This release should be read in conjunction with our Annual Report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the SEC through the date of this release, which identify important factors that could affect the forward-looking statements in this release.  We do not undertake any obligation to update our forward-looking statements.

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Accord Specialty Pharmacy Named Finalist in MMIT’s 11th Annual Retail Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards

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ORLANDO, Fla., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Accord Specialty Pharmacy, an independent specialty pharmacy serving patients across multiple states, has been named a finalist in the MMIT Patient Choice Awards, a recognition based on patient-reported satisfaction and experience.

Accord was selected as the only independent pharmacy among finalists in its category, alongside national pharmacy organizations such as Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and Walmart Specialty Pharmacy. This distinction highlights the company’s commitment to delivering personalized, high-touch care for patients managing complex and chronic conditions.

The MMIT Patient Choice Awards recognize specialty pharmacies that demonstrate excellence in patient satisfaction, service quality, and overall care experience. Finalists are determined based on direct patient feedback, making the recognition a meaningful reflection of the trust patients place in their pharmacy providers.

“Being recognized alongside national organizations and as the only independent finalist validates our belief that personalized, patient-centered care drives better outcomes. We are building a model that combines clinical depth, national reach, and operational flexibility to better serve patients, providers, and partners.” said AJ Patel, Founder and Pharmacy Manager of Accord Specialty Pharmacy.

Accord Specialty Pharmacy supports patients across complex specialty categories, including oncology, rare disease, and infusion, through a clinically driven, high-touch care model designed to improve access, adherence, and outcomes. The company’s approach emphasizes personalized support, responsive care coordination, and strong clinical engagement to help patients navigate complex therapies more effectively. With a growing national footprint and multi-state licensure, Accord is positioned to support patients, providers, and partners across diverse markets.

For more information, visit MMIT Announces Finalists of the 11th Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards – MMITNetwork.

About Accord Specialty Pharmacy:

Accord Specialty Pharmacy is an ACHC-accredited, multi-state licensed independent specialty pharmacy located in Central Florida, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals managing complex and chronic conditions. Through personalized support, clinical expertise, and a high-touch approach, Accord helps patients navigate every step of their treatment journey. Learn more at www.accordspecialty.com.

CONTACT: contact@accordspecialty.com

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HAIVISION ANNOUNCES VOTING RESULTS FROM 2026 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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MONTRÉAL, April 23, 2026 /CNW/ – Haivision Systems Inc. (“Haivision” or the “Company”) (TSX: HAI) is pleased to announce the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held today in a virtual format.

A total of approximately 45.97 % of the issued and outstanding common shares of Haivision were represented at the meeting.

Election of Directors

Each of the six nominated directors of Haivision was elected as director of the Company with the following results:

Director

Votes
For

% Votes
For

Votes
Against

% Votes
Against

Miroslav Wicha

11,110,245

99.26 %

82,583

0.74 %

Harvey Bienenstock

11,155,137

99.66 %

37,691

0.34 %

Robin M. Rush

11,121,855

99.37 %

70,973

0.63 %

Neil Hindle

10,794,005

96.44 %

398,823

3.56 %

Julie Tremblay

10,941,969

97.76 %

250,859

2.24 %

Lee K. Levy II

9,084,418

81.16 %

2,108,410

18.84 %

2.   Appointment of Auditors

Deloitte LLP were reappointed auditors of the Company for the ensuing year with 12,492,582 (98.84%) votes cast in favour and 146,406 (1.16%) votes withheld.

3.   Approval of the Unallocated Awards under the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan

The Company’s unallocated awards were approved with 8,710,347 (77.82%) votes cast in favour and 2,482,481 (22.18%) votes cast against.

4.   Reapproval of Company’s Shareholder Rights Plan

The Company’s shareholder rights plan was approved with 10,572,490 (94.46%) votes cast in favour and 620,338 (5.54%) votes cast against.

Final voting results on all matters voted on at the meeting will be filed under Haivision’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

About Haivision

Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming and visual collaboration solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded four Emmys® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Learn more at haivision.com.

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