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Open Point and Converlens unite to deliver end-to-end community engagement and insights

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Acquisition brings together two Australian companies with deep public sector roots, delivering integrated capability from community consultation to qualitative data insight

BRISBANE, Australia, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Open Point, Australia’s leading community and stakeholder engagement platform, has announced the acquisition of Converlens, an AI-powered data and analytics platform specialising in public consultation workflows. The move unites two companies with long-standing ties to the Australian public sector and extends Open Point’s capability to offer an end-to-end engagement solution, helping organisations transform growing volumes of community and stakeholder feedback into better-informed decisions.

The acquisition brings Converlens’ analytics technology into the Open Point family, complementing its existing community engagement and stakeholder relationship management products. Together, the combined offering enables organisations to capture, manage and analyse engagement data across the full project lifecycle.

Open Point and Converlens have a longstanding partnership, through which the two platforms have been integrated to enable existing customers to connect engagement data with advanced analytics. The acquisition is the natural next step in delivering a more connected engagement ecosystem for all customers.

The move comes as government, infrastructure and planning organisations face increasing pressure to engage communities and stakeholders effectively while managing growing volumes of qualitative feedback. Many teams continue to rely on manual processes to analyse consultation responses, submissions and stakeholder input, creating reporting bottlenecks and limiting the value organisations can extract from engagement activities.

Ben Cowling, CEO of Open Point, said: “Organisations are investing significant time and effort into engagement, but collecting feedback is only one part of the challenge. The real value comes from understanding what communities and stakeholders are telling you and using those insights to make better decisions.

“By bringing Converlens into the Open Point product suite, we’re helping customers move seamlessly from input to insight to impact. Together, we’re creating a system of actionable insights that connects community feedback, stakeholder relationships and engagement activity with better decision-making, stronger accountability and improved project outcomes.”

Converlens’ technology helps organisations analyse large volumes of qualitative feedback, including consultation responses, submissions, transcripts and stakeholder communications. The platform has been designed specifically for public sector environments, with a focus on transparency, data security and practitioner usability.

Clint Walker, Co-founder of Converlens, said: “Engagement teams are under growing pressure to deliver meaningful consultation, demonstrate transparency and process increasing volumes of feedback, often with limited resources. Too much valuable insight is still trapped in spreadsheets, reports and manual processes.

“What attracted us to Open Point is a shared belief that technology should help practitioners focus on outcomes rather than administration. Together, we can help organisations make better use of engagement data and ensure community voices have a clearer path into decision-making.”

The acquisition further strengthens Open Point’s position as a provider of engagement technology for government, infrastructure, utilities and planning organisations across Australia and internationally.

About Open Point

Open Point is the only engagement platform designed for all stakeholders, helping organisations move from input to insight to impact.

Through its community engagement and stakeholder relationship management products, Open Point supports high-volume participation while enabling transparent, connected and accountable engagement so community and infrastructure projects can be delivered with confidence and trust.

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51Talk Marks 15th Anniversary with Global Curriculum Upgrade to Enhance Children’s English Communication Skills

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SINGAPORE, July 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — 51Talk, a global live 1-on-1 online English learning platform for children, today announced a comprehensive global curriculum upgrade to celebrate its 15th anniversary. More than a product upgrade, this initiative reflects 51Talk’s enduring commitment to global education: empowering children to communicate confidently across cultures, connect with the world, and make their voices heard.

Founded in 2011, 51Talk now serves families across more than 50 countries and regions, with a strong presence across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and East Asia. Through live 1-on-1 English lessons and structured learning pathways, the platform has consistently helped children develop speaking confidence through regular practice and immersive interaction.

An Integrated Curriculum Upgrade

Starting this July, 51Talk will roll out its new online English learning curriculum, Global Communicator. Built on academic excellence and real-world relevance, the upgraded curriculum delivers internationalized content, personalized learning pathways, and a highly interactive learning experience designed to develop confident global communicators.

The curriculum incorporates Oxford University Press-authorized course materials, adapted for young learners and aligned with internationally recognized English proficiency standards. An AI-powered adaptive learning system analyzes student performance and adjusts lesson difficulty in real time, enabling truly personalized learning. Powered by an advanced interactive engine, the curriculum simulates authentic real-life scenarios, helping students develop the confidence and skills to communicate naturally and effectively in English.

“Our goal has always been to help children apply their English communication skills confidently in everyday situations,” said Lucy Qu, Vice President of Academics at 51Talk. “This upgrade further enhances how we deliver interactive, responsive, and communication-focused learning.”

Real Voices: From Classroom to Global Stage

Since 2023, 51Talk has supported youth public speaking initiatives at international events such as the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP), empowering students to voice their perspectives on real-world issues.

Le Bao Nhi from Vietnam, who was once hesitant to speak, found her voice through 51Talk lessons and ultimately spoke at COP30. “I used to be shy and afraid of making mistakes,” she shared. “Now, I’m proud to connect with people worldwide in English. We must believe that small hands can make a big difference.” Sheddi Alharthi from Saudi Arabia also experienced a remarkable transformation after speaking at COP30, noting, “Speaking English with confidence has opened up a much bigger world for me.”

One of 51Talk’s 5-Star teachers noted that confidence grows through consistent practice in a supportive learning environment, empowering students to express themselves freely in English. “Our mission goes beyond teaching English,” the teacher shared. “Through continuous guidance and companionship, we hope every child can speak English confidently in real-life situations.”

Looking Ahead to the Next Chapter

Standing at this 15-year milestone, 51Talk remains dedicated to enhancing its live 1-on-1 online English learning experience. Supported by passionate teachers and an AI-powered learning system, the platform will continue to help more children develop communication skills and the confidence to connect with the world. 51Talk looks forward to seeing more young learners find their voices and shine on the global stage.

To learn more, please visit: www.51talk.com

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IAA MOBILITY 2027 Registration Now Open – Record-Breaking Demand – More Than Half of Floor Space Already Accounted For

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BERLIN and MUNICH, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Registration for IAA MOBILITY 2027 is officially open. Interest from the international mobility sector hits record-breaking demand even before the regular registration period started. More than 100 companies have pre-registered as rebookers. As a result, over a year ahead of the event (scheduled for September 7–12, 2027), 53 percent of the total space used at IAA 2025 (both downtown and at the exhibition center) has already been reserved.

“The high volume of already registered rebookers shows that our hybrid concept is hitting the mark,” says VDA Managing Director Jürgen Mindel. “This lays the groundwork for IAA MOBILITY to further expand its role as the world’s leading platform for mobility, sustainability, and tech.”

High-Profile Exhibitors Across All Sectors

Pre-registered companies include AUDI, AUMOVIO, BMW, CATL, Changan Automobile, CUPRA, Ford, GAC, Google, Horizon Robotics, Horse Powertrain, Hyundai Motors, Mahle, Mercedes-Benz, Polestar, Porsche, Riese & Müller, SAP, Schaeffler Technologies, smart, Sonatus, VW, XPENG, and ZF.

Mathias Geisen, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz AG, emphasizes: “As the inventors of the automobile, we have been shaping mobility for 140 years – so participating in IAA MOBILITY is a core part of our DNA.”

“Our greatest success at IAA MOBILITY was proving that premium e-bikes and cargo bikes belong on equal footing at a mobility show – an event traditionally dominated by the automotive industry,” says Dr. Sandra Wolf, CEO of bicycle manufacturer Riese & Müller.

“IAA MOBILITY 2025 was a fantastic experience for Schaeffler. Direct dialogue with our customers provided vital insights and solidified the strong partnerships we’ve built,” says Matthias Zink, CEO Powertrain & Chassis at the Schaeffler Group.

High Exhibitor Satisfaction in 2025

The popularity of IAA MOBILITY is also reflected in an increased recommendation rate among exhibitors. Eighty-three percent of surveyed exhibitors stated they would “definitely” or “likely” recommend participating in IAA MOBILITY to other exhibitors (up from 72 percent in 2023).

“As organizers, we see this highly positive trend as a complete validation of our conceptual strategy. In terms of overall satisfaction, IAA MOBILITY 2025 received a 96 percent positive rating from exhibitors. This means our exhibitors rated their participation in Munich as ‘excellent,’ ‘very good,’ or ‘good,'” says VDA Managing Director Jürgen Mindel.

Strong Performance in 2025 – and Long-Term Stability Until 2031

At IAA MOBILITY 2025, 750 exhibitors from 37 countries showcased their products and innovations, featuring over 350 world premieres and product launches. International exhibitors accounted for 57 percent of the total, with the largest contingents coming from China, South Korea, Austria, Italy, and the US. This strong international presence was also mirrored by the attendees, with international visitors accounting for roughly 24 percent of the total crowd.

Furthermore, IAA MOBILITY is set to remain in Munich until at least 2031. The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) and Messe München have extended their successful partnership until 2031.

 

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Movemedical Launches Ask Move AI, the First AI Assistant Purpose-Built for Med Device Field Operations

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Mobile-first AI assistant built on 15+ years of surgical case data gives field reps a conversational interface for every step of their case workflow.

SAN DIEGO, July 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Movemedical, the leading field inventory management platform for the medical device industry, today announced the availability of AI-enabled workflow capabilities as part of their June 2026 platform release. The launch marks a significant expansion of the platform’s intelligence layer — adding a purpose-built AI assistant for reps and warehouse personnel managing the surgical supply chain delivered on a foundation of compliance infrastructure that meets the requirements of FDA-regulated enterprise operations.

Ask Move AI launches with four capabilities available immediately on mobile: smart case creation by voice or text, case inventory lookup, case rescheduling, and invoice lookup. Together these capabilities give field reps a conversational interface for the full arc of their case workflow — from creation to inventory confirmation, scheduling, and billing — without navigating screens or losing time to manual processes. Subsequent releases will continue to extend the range of Ask Move AI’s capabilities.

The intelligence layer is built on top of Movemedical’s deterministic core, which encompasses the validated, auditable, SOC 2, HIPAA, and HITRUST-certified platform that has run enterprise field operations for more than 15 years. That foundation does not change. The AI agent layer sits above it, drawing on the richest surgical case data in the category to execute case workflows and respond to rep queries conversationally, while every interaction is logged, audited, and authenticated by the platform. Customer data is not used to train the underlying models.
“The field inventory management category is at an inflection point,” said Mark Herrington, CEO of Movemedical. “Companies across MedTech are debating whether to build AI internally, buy a platform, or wait for the market to settle. We have spent nearly two decades building the data foundation, the compliance infrastructure, and the domain expertise that any meaningful AI capability in this space requires. What we’re launching today is the first expression of that investment — and it’s only the beginning.”

Movemedical’s AI capabilities are the first deliverables on their agentic roadmap that extends across the full field inventory lifecycle. Movemedical is planning a regular agentic AI release cadence that will optimize every major workflow in medical device inventory management. Near-term additions to the AI assistant include On-Demand Data Insights for plain-language operational queries, Streamlined Usage Capture for automated post-case reconciliation, and expanded case management capabilities. Looking further ahead, consignment optimization, demand forecasting, and inventory rebalancing are among the agentic capabilities on the roadmap.

“We built toward the highest-impact friction points first,” said Vito Salvaggio, Chief Product Officer at Movemedical. “Every rep who creates a case, confirms what is on it, checks a billing detail, or needs to move a date without losing their place in the day – these are the users we designed for. The AI assistant we are releasing today addresses where we know field reps will see immediate benefit, and the roadmap behind it is built to compound that advantage with every release.”

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The 2026.5 release is available to all Movemedical customers as part of the platform’s standard release cadence. AI features are opt-in and gated, allowing customer organizations to enable access on their own timeline. For more information, visit movemedical.com/ai.

About Movemedical

Movemedical is the leading field inventory management and automation platform for the medical device industry, trusted by global manufacturers and hospital systems to manage the last-mile surgical supply chain from the warehouse to the operating room. The platform brings together case management, inventory tracking, consignment operations, and compliance infrastructure in a single system built exclusively for the last-mile complexity of MedTech field operations.

For more information, visit movemedical.com.

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