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Sennheiser Unveils Next-Generation True Wireless Lineup with the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 and ACCENTUM Clip

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August 21, 2026

From Flagship MOMENTUM Series Hi-Resolution Sound Experience in Your Pocket, to All-Day Open-Ear Freedom. Sennheiser introduces two new ways to experience exceptional sound

SINGAPORE, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Sennheiser brand today announced the launch of two new true wireless earbuds designed to meet different listening lifestyles: The flagship MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 and the all-new open-ear ACCENTUM Clip.

Together, these latest additions reflect Sennheiser’s commitment to delivering exceptional sound experiences regardless of how, where, or why people listen. Whether seeking an immersive premium audio experience with advanced personalization and noise cancellation, or a lightweight open-ear design that keeps users connected to their surroundings, both products bring Sennheiser’s renowned acoustic expertise into everyday life.

“We set out to bring the larger-than-life sound and connected technology of the MOMENTUM series into a remarkably compact format,” said Jake Chia, General Manager of Sonova Consumer Hearing Singapore. “From its exquisite audio reproduction to the advanced hardware powering it all, MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 represents our most advanced integration of audio technology in an earbud.”

Two New Ways to Experience Sennheiser Sound

MOMENTUM True Wireless 5:

The Flagship MOMENTUM Experience in Your Pocket

Ultra-portable powerhouse arrives with high-resolution sound, user-replaceable batteries, Dolby Atmos® optimized head tracking, and more.

Key Highlights:

All-new design – Improved comfort, stability, and portabilityUser-replaceable batteries – Easily refresh your run-time even years from nowOptimized for Dolby Atmos® – Head-tracking unlocks immersive entertainmentImproved voice calls & ANC – Voice accelerometer, expanded mic array, and AI speech enhancementBluetooth® 6.0 – Prioritizes fast and stable connectionsSmart Control Plus – a new 8-band EQ highlights an assortment of customizable features in the free app

Get Your Sound Revelation

The heart of the earbuds is the same sound-first DNA that powers the recently released fifth-gen MOMENTUM headphones, letting listeners choose their preferred wearing style for listening without compromise. It all starts with the brand’s signature 7mm TrueResponse dynamic transducer, capable of balancing remarkable detail with full-bodied, bass-driven tuning. Meticulously developed at the brand’s production facility in Tullamore, Ireland, each transducer is manufactured and tested for exceptional precision, clarity and dynamics. Bluetooth 6.0 with aptX Adaptive codec support provides stable wireless freedom for a crystal-clear hi-res audio pathway up to 24-bit and 96 kHz, including aptX Lossless for bit-perfect transmission on supported audio sources.

The bar for acoustic performance is raised once again, highlighted by the revised adaptive hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) system and automatic anti-wind mode. A redesigned ear tip works in tandem with a dedicated four-microphone array to maximize noise cancelling performance while delivering the series’ most natural-sounding, real-time transparency mode to date. For pristine voice capture, the earbuds engage all eight system sensors—combining six microphones and two bone-conduction voice accelerometers with an AI speech-extraction algorithm to isolate the voice in chaotic environments.

Inheriting the spatial audio prowess of the over-ear model, MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 is fully optimized for Dolby Atmos® with interactive head-tracking capability1, projecting an immersive, theater-like spatial audio field that you can take anywhere.

Eco-Conscious Endurance

MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 is built to last, introducing a user-replaceable battery system in both the earbuds and wireless charging case, letting users easily refresh the power cells in mere minutes. Sharing the same ethos as the brand’s flagship MOMENTUM 5 headphones, customers can safeguard their technology and retain the earbuds’ longevity far beyond standard battery degradation using only a compact screwdriver.

Designed for all-day listening, the earbuds further improve their endurance over the prior generation with 12 hours of continuous playback per charge, and over two additional replenishments stored in the Qi-enabled wireless charging case for up to 40 total hours of run time. The quick charge capability extends listening up to 1 hour from just an 8-minute top-up.

“Balancing compact size, our signature high-fidelity acoustics, and a replaceable battery is a major breakthrough,” added Lilika Beck, President of Sennheiser Consumer Hearing. “With MOMENTUM True Wireless 5, we are proving that cutting-edge performance does not have to sacrifice longevity.”

Ergonomic Evolution

To achieve their “barely there” fit, the earbud housing features an elegant new aerodynamic silhouette sculpted using data derived from thousands of unique ear models. The earbuds’ fin-less shape was rated more comfortable than the prior generation by 73% of testers, and is rated IP54 for dust, sweat and splash resistance, A micro-perforated acoustic mic plate mitigates wind turbulence, protecting both voice capture and ANC stability from aerodynamic interference. The companion charging case has also been re-engineered with a narrower, pocket-friendly aspect ratio and a low-friction finish for seamless ingress and egress from tight pockets.

Ready for the Future Today

MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 is a connectivity king, bringing a frictionless experience to a wide range of audio sources:

Next-Gen Bluetooth 6.0 with native support for Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, and multipoint switching Resilient RF Antenna with a selectable “robust mode” designed to maintain rock-solid signal integrity even in crowded RF environments Powered by Snapdragon Sound™ for bit-perfect, high-resolution wireless streaming up to aptX Lossless, alongside a low-latency mode for pulse-pounding gaming Smart Control Plus app integration provides an 8-band EQ, prompt-guided interactive Sound Personalization and granular setting customization – doubling as a platform to expand performance capabilities over time

ACCENTUM Clip:

Music and Life in Perfect Sync

Sennheiser’s ACCENTUM Clip open-ear true wireless earbuds combine sublime acoustics, Bluetooth® 6.0, and LDAC streaming capability into a featherlight, IP54-rated design with 36-hour battery life and natural ambient awareness.

Key Highlights:

Open-ear clip-on design for natural awareness of surroundings12mm dynamic driver tuned for impressive bass and detailed soundBluetooth® 6.0 connectivity with multipoint support and Google Fast Pair™LDAC support for high-resolution wireless streaming on compatible devicesUltralight 6.8g design with secure flexible silicone clip constructionIP54-rated protection against dust and sweatUp to 36 hours of total battery lifeAI-enhanced dual-microphone system for clearer voice calls

“In creating ACCENTUM Clip, we wanted to elevate the standard of acoustic performance that open earbuds have traditionally struggled with,” said Jake Chia. “Whether you are tackling productivity, out on your own adventures, or managing the transitions in between, its thoughtful design empowers you to navigate your world without sacrificing the essence of your music.”

Situational Awareness Meets Exceptional Sound

Daily life doesn’t happen in neat little boxes; the lines between work and play are constantly blurred. From streaming the latest album drop at the train station to picking up your coffee order mid-conference call, multitaskers demand situational awareness and impressive sound. Until now, the growing demand for truly open earbuds has come with sonic compromises. Backed by decades of expertise tuning open headphones, ACCENTUM Clip delivers both natural ambiance and stunning audio reproduction without the need for electronic pass-through modes. This ensures the essential cues of everyday life stay with you, wherever you immerse yourself in your music.

Brilliant Sennheiser Sound

At the core of the Hi-Res Audio Wireless® certified ACCENTUM Clip is a 12 mm dynamic driver, tuned for clarity and punchy bass with smooth treble that is delightful to listen to in long stretches. To ensure brilliant Sennheiser sound in every situation, the certified earbuds utilize a Dynamic EQ for seamless compensation of tonal shifts when playback volume is lowered. As the volume level increases, the equalization curve steps back to maintain balance while preventing unpleasant distortion.

For the ideal blend of sound quality, battery life and reliable connection on millions of devices, ACCENTUM Clip uses the versatile SBC and AAC codecs and Google Fast Pair™. On compatible devices, listeners wanting to take advantage of high-resolution streaming content may enable the LDAC codec2 for high bitrate audio transmission. The critically acclaimed Sennheiser Smart Control Plus app lets ACCENTUM Clip users further personalize its sound and connectivity with a 5-band EQ, shareable presets, Sound Check’s guided prompts, and more.

Built for Real Life

Engineered for a secure, “barely there” fit, the ACCENTUM Clip earbuds weigh just 6.8g each – about as much as a hotel key card and its sleeve. A flexible silicone bridge keeps the earbuds positioned in the sweet spot of practically any ear for optimum sound and stability during commutes and intense gym sessions. Meant to be used everywhere, their IP54 rating protects against dust and sweat. Responsive, easy-to-find textured touch controls keep volume, calls, and playlists a tap away, while the meticulous speaker geometry and built-in damping ensure the only one listening is the wearer. A pocketable charging case provides three additional top-ups, extending the 9-hour single-charge battery to 36 hours total. A 10-minute rapid charge over the USB Type-C cable (included) delivers 2 hours of playback.

Powered by Bluetooth 6.0, ACCENTUM Clip offers speedy pairing, smooth multipoint connectivity, and independent earbud use. For clear voice communication, each earbud features a dual-microphone system paired with an AI noise reduction algorithm to isolate the wearer’s voice from ambient backgrounds.

Pricing and Availability

MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 will be available in five luxurious metallic colorways: Graphite, Cream, Copper, Denim, and Lavender. Preorder starts today and the earbuds will begin shipping on September 3rd from https://sg.sennheiser-hearing.com/ and all Sennheiser retailers.

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ACCENTUM Clip is available in Black and Cream colorways, and ships in zero-plastic eco-friendly packaging. The earbuds is available at https://sg.sennheiser-hearing.com/ and all Sennheiser retailers.

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1Head-tracking feature is optimized for Dolby Atmos-enabled sources and also available for use with all other audio content. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sonova Consumer Hearing is under license. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license by Apple Inc. Snapdragon Sound and aptX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. All other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

2LDAC audio streaming requires a compatible, LDAC-enabled source device.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sonova Consumer Hearing is under license. Hi-Res Audio Wireless” logo is a registered trademark of Japan Audio Society. Google, Android, and Google Fast Pair are trademarks of Google LLC. LDAC is a trademark of Sony Corporation. All other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

About the Sennheiser Brand – 80 Years of Building the Future of Audio

We live and breathe audio. We are driven by the passion to create audio solutions that make a difference. This passion has taken us from the world’s greatest stages to the quietest listening rooms – and made Sennheiser the name behind audio that doesn’t just sound good: It feels true. In 2025, the Sennheiser brand celebrated its 80th anniversary. Since 1945, we have stood for building the future of audio and bringing remarkable sound experiences to our customers. While professional audio solutions such as microphones, meeting solutions, streaming technologies and monitoring systems are part of the business of Sennheiser electronic SE & Co. KG, the business with consumer devices such as headphones, soundbars and speech-enhanced hearables is operated by Sonova Holding AG under the license of Sennheiser.

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About Sonova Consumer Hearing

Sonova Consumer Hearing offers premium headphones and hearables – primarily in the true wireless segment – as well as audiophile headphones, hearing solutions and soundbars under the Sennheiser brand. The business is part of the Sonova Group, a global leader in innovative hearing care solutions with headquarters in Switzerland and more than 17,000 employees worldwide.

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Sonova Consumer Hearing              Sonova Consumer Hearing Singapore
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Digant Sharma Launches Digital Biography Honouring India’s Freedom Fighters

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August 21, 2026

The digital biography initiative by Digant Sharma brings together dedicated online portals honouring some of India’s most influential national leaders, freedom fighters, social reformers and spiritual icons. These platforms preserve their life journeys, achievements, ideologies and contributions, making their legacy accessible to present and future generations. The portals include :- 1) vinayakdamodarsavarkar.com 2) sardarvallabhbhaipatel.com 3) balgangadhartilak.com 4) drbrambedkar.in 5) subhaschandrabose.in 6) ramakrishnaparamahamsa.com 7) ranilakshmibai.in 8) ahilyabaiholkar.com 9) keshavbaliramhedgewar.com 10) madhavsadashivraogolwalkar.com 11) shyamaprasadmukherjee.com 12) panditdeendayalupadhyaya.com

MUMBAI, India, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Days after the nation celebrated its 80th Independence Day, entrepreneur, investor and policy advisor Digant Sharma has announced the launch of the Digital Biography initiative — a family of dedicated online portals honouring some of India’s most influential national leaders, freedom fighters, social reformers and spiritual icons.

“A nation that remembers its heroes never loses its direction. These portals give India’s greatest icons a permanent digital home — preserving their legacies and inspiring the generations to come.”

The initiative brings together twelve individual portals, each devoted to a single towering figure of Indian history. Every portal documents the leader’s life journey, achievements, ideology and contributions to nation-building in a structured, accessible form — ensuring that their legacy is no longer scattered across the internet but preserved at a permanent, dedicated destination, freely available to students, researchers, educators and citizens across the world.

The portals launched under the initiative include:

vinayakdamodarsavarkar.com — Vinayak Damodar Savarkar (1883–1966), revolutionary freedom fighter, prolific writer and social reformersardarvallabhbhaipatel.com — Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (1875–1950), independent India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, the “Iron Man of India” who unified over 560 princely statesbalgangadhartilak.com — Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak (1856–1920), among the earliest champions of Swaraj, immortalised by his declaration “Swaraj is my birthright, and I shall have it”drbrambedkar.in — Dr. B. R. Ambedkar (1891–1956), chief architect of the Constitution of India, independent India’s first Law Minister, jurist, economist and champion of social justicesubhaschandrabose.in — Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose (1897–1945), the legendary leader of the Azad Hind Fauj who electrified India’s struggle for freedomramakrishnaparamahamsa.com — Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa (1836–1886), the mystic-saint of nineteenth-century Bengal whose teachings sparked a spiritual renaissance and inspired Swami Vivekanandaranilakshmibai.in — Rani Lakshmibai (1828–1858), the valiant Queen of Jhansi and immortal heroine of the First War of Independence of 1857ahilyabaiholkar.com — Ahilyabai Holkar (1725–1795), the visionary Holkar queen of Malwa, celebrated for just administration and for rebuilding sacred sites across India, whose 300th birth anniversary the nation commemorated in 2025keshavbaliramhedgewar.com — Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar (1889–1940), physician, freedom activist and founder of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, which completed one hundred years of its founding in 2025madhavsadashivraogolwalkar.com — Madhav Sadashivrao Golwalkar “Guruji” (1906–1973), thinker and the second Sarsanghchalak of the RSS, who guided the organisation for over three decadesshyamaprasadmukherjee.com — Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee (1901–1953), educationist, parliamentarian, independent India’s first Minister for Industry and Supply, and founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sanghpanditdeendayalupadhyaya.com — Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya (1916–1968), philosopher, organiser and proponent of the doctrine of Integral Humanism

Announcing the initiative, Digant Sharma said, “Generations of Indians have grown up hearing these names, yet their complete stories remain scattered and, in many cases, are slowly fading from public memory. The Digital Biography initiative gives each of these icons a permanent, dedicated home on the internet — a place where a student in any corner of the world can discover their life, thought and sacrifice. This is our tribute of gratitude to those who built the nation, and our investment in a proud and informed generation.”

With young India increasingly discovering its past online, each portal is designed to serve as an authentic, single destination for its icon — tracing their early life, public journey, ideology and enduring influence on the India of today. The platforms are envisioned as living archives that will continue to be enriched over time, guided by the initiative’s motto: “Preserving Legacies. Inspiring Generations. Building a Proud Nation.”

About Digant Sharma

Digant Sharma is a Mumbai-based entrepreneur, investor and policy advisor known for turning ideas into structured, large-scale initiatives across business and social impact. His ventures and missions include SAKSHAM, a national mission focused on formalising India’s informal economy; GOIPress.com, a portal that brings together public information from thousands of government websites; the Undertrial Welfare Association, which facilitates free legal aid across 1,400+ Indian prisons; and Torus Innotech, an agri-technology company working with over 100,000 farmers in Maharashtra. His cultural preservation work includes 24tirthankaras.org, a digital repository on the 24 Tirthankaras. Learn more at digantsharma.com.

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Blossom & Wood Media Scales Global Creator Operations with PhotonPay

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August 21, 2026

HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — When Blossom & Wood Media says “global creators, powered by Blossom & Wood Media”, they mean it literally.

The agency runs local hubs in Bangkok, Jakarta, São Paulo, and Mexico City, managing an influencer network of nearly 100,000 creators across Europe, the Americas, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. At any given time, the agency coordinates multi-market campaigns — matching creators to briefs, managing tight production schedules, handling approvals, and tracking performance across platforms.

The Challenge: Aligning Financial Infrastructure with Global Scale

At Blossom & Wood Media’s scale, managing global campaign funds requires coordinating hundreds of payouts across dozens of currencies and time zones.

For the finance team, executing these disbursements through traditional banking networks created continuous friction:

Unpredictable Intermediary Fees: Intermediary banks frequently deducted hidden fees mid-transit, creating discrepancies between the amount sent by the agency and the net amount received by overseas creators.Operational Bottlenecks: Manually processing batch transfers across disparate local payment methods consumed valuable finance bandwidth and increased administrative error rates.Delayed Campaign Schedules: When creator bank details contained minor errors, resolving returned transfers required multi-party coordination between business managers, finance teams, and creators, which slowed down campaign momentum.

As Blossom & Wood Media expanded its footprint, it sought a specialized fintech partner to solve both the volume and complexity of its global capital flow.

“We needed a partner who genuinely understands overseas business models. Compliance, the ability to handle complex operational scenarios, and rapid response speed when edge cases arise were our three non-negotiables.”

— Eva Long, Co-founder of Blossom & Wood Group

Consumer Electronics in LATAM: One Campaign, Two Markets, Zero Fragmentation

Blossom & Wood Media brought PhotonPay in to manage the payment complexity that comes with running multi-market campaigns at scale. The consumer electronics vertical illustrates clearly how that works in practice.

For a consumer electronics client running concurrent campaigns across two key LATAM markets, Blossom & Wood Media built a tiered creator structure: vertical creators in tech and fitness for product demonstrations, and crossover creators in streetwear, entertainment, and anime to reach broader youth audiences. One market alone generated close to 3 million content impressions, with the overall CPM held below $10.

Behind those results was a disbursement operation involving multiple creator cohorts, two separate market budgets, and staggered payment timelines running in parallel. Using PhotonPay’s multi-currency accounts and batch payment tools, Blossom & Wood Media consolidated disbursements for both markets into a single management flow. Payments were batched by cohort and campaign phase, fees were transparent and predictable, and reconciliation was tied directly to campaign milestones, so finance always had a clear view of which payments belonged to which market and which phase, without piecing together separate processes manually.

Short Drama Goes Global: Production Payments and Flexible Settlements

Blossom & Wood Media has built significant capability in short-form drama. These projects move fast: local casting, on-the-ground production crews, and post-production partners may be spread across several countries, with tight delivery windows from pre-production through final delivery.

Blossom & Wood Media uses PhotonPay to handle project-level disbursements — payments to local production teams, actors, and collaborators across markets, managed in batches with full reconciliation visibility. Payment details are verified before disbursement, and when exceptions do arise, PhotonPay’s team resolves them quickly enough that they rarely affect the production schedule.

Furthermore, in high-growth markets like Latin America, local currency volatility and banking restrictions lead some clients to settle campaign and media buying budgets (for TikTok and Meta ad spend) in USDT or other stablecoins.

To accommodate client preferences without creating accounting friction, Blossom & Wood Media leverages PhotonPay’s multi-asset wallet and conversion capabilities. PhotonPay helps accept stablecoins from clients and seamlessly converts digital assets into USD or other fiat currencies.

What Made PhotonPay the Right Fit

PhotonPay’s global infrastructure aligns directly with Blossom & Wood Media’s localized corporate structure:

End-to-End Local Collection & Payouts: With support for over 19 local accounts and direct access to local clearing rails across 113 regions, PhotonPay enables clients to collect funds and pay global creators locally, eliminating unnecessary FX markups and multi-hop intermediary deductions.Automated Batch Processing & Reconciliation: Transparent fee structures reduce payment discrepancies, allowing finance teams to upload mass payout files and reconcile campaign budgets automatically.Dedicated Exception Management: When account details need correction, PhotonPay’s 24/7 dedicated support team resolves exceptions rapidly, protecting fixed campaign delivery schedules.Enterprise-Grade Compliance: PhotonPay maintains financial licenses across major global jurisdictions. Its infrastructure features SOC 2 Type I attestation, full Travel Rule enforcement, real-time AI transaction screening, and strict data protection protocols.

“The next round of competition will be won by whoever can make their money and operations truly local, not just their content. We’ve built local entities and local settlement capabilities across multiple markets. That’s where the industry is heading, and we need our payments infrastructure to move at that exact same pace.”

— Eva Long, Co-founder of Blossom & Wood Group

In an era when global growth demands seamless localization, money movement must evolve alongside creative execution. Together, Blossom & Wood Media and PhotonPay are bridging this gap by co-architecting a flexible, borderless financial network that unlocks access to emerging markets, accommodates evolving payment preferences, and shapes the future of global creator commerce.

About PhotonPay

PhotonPay is a stablecoin-powered financial operating system built for global infrastructure. Designed for modern enterprises, PhotonPay enables businesses to send, receive, convert, and settle funds across both fiat and stablecoin rails through a single, compliance-first integration, spanning 200+ countries and territories.

For more information, visit [www.photonpay.com].

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TIER IV joins Open Invention Network 2.0 to drive the expansion of the open-source ecosystem for autonomous driving through a patent strategy

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August 21, 2026

TOKYO, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TIER IV, the pioneering force behind open-source software for autonomous driving, has joined Open Invention Network (OIN) 2.0, a new framework established by OIN, a global network dedicated to protecting open source software from patent risks. As the leading developer of Autoware, open source software for autonomous driving, TIER IV will leverage its participation in OIN 2.0 to help reduce patent risks and create an environment where a wide range of partners, including automakers, suppliers, and semiconductor makers, can confidently leverage open-source technologies, while promoting the expansion of the open-source ecosystem for autonomous driving from a patent strategy perspective.

OIN provides a global patent non-aggression framework that supports the development and growth of open source software, with thousands of companies and organizations around the world participating in the network. Through the OIN framework, participants grant one another royalty-free cross-licenses to patents covering the Linux System as defined by OIN, helping to reduce patent risks associated with Linux and related open source software. Launched in January 2026, OIN 2.0 expands the scope of the Linux System, broadening the range of technologies covered by OIN’s patent non-aggression framework.

TIER IV has led the development of Autoware since its initial release in 2015. Built on open source software, including Linux and ROS, Autoware serves as the foundation of TIER IV’s software platforms for bringing autonomous driving into society. In recent years, TIER IV has been expanding the autonomous driving ecosystem by collaborating with automakers, suppliers, semiconductor makers, and other partners to leverage an open technology foundation spanning software, AI, and automotive computing.

To advance the deployment of autonomous driving in collaboration with partners around the world and help create a safer and more sustainable society, it is essential to foster an ecosystem built on open source software, in addition to advancing technological development within individual companies. This requires creating an environment that reduces patent risks associated with open source software and enables its use with greater confidence. By joining OIN 2.0, TIER IV will participate in OIN’s framework for patent non-aggression and enhanced governance, while also pursuing a patent strategy that balances the use of open-source software with the protection of intellectual property. Through these efforts, the company will contribute to the healthy and sustainable development of the open-source ecosystem supporting autonomous driving.

About TIER IV

TIER IV stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation, pioneering Autoware, open-source software for autonomous driving. With a comprehensive suite of platforms and services built around Autoware, TIER IV provides everything from software development and vehicle procurement to operational support. Through the Autoware ecosystem, TIER IV works with partners worldwide to shape the future of intelligent vehicles with open-source software, aiming to create mobility that is safer, more sustainable, and accessible to all.

The word marks and logos of TIER IV are trademarks or registered trademarks of TIER IV, Inc. in Japan and other countries. All other company names, product names, service names, and logos referenced herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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