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U-tec Heads to IFA and Bolsters Samsung’s SmartThings Partner Wall With Smart Home Suite of Locks, Switches, Plugs and Bulbs

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Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter Smart Lock on SmartThings Wall to Ship in November

U-tec Announces Three New Smart Locks Using UWB, Palm Vein, and AI Technology

UNION CITY, Calif., Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — U-tec, the leader in smart home solutions, is heading to IFA Berlin to showcase its suite of smart locks, switches, plugs, and light bulbs in Samsung’s SmartThings partner wall located in Home & Entertainment area CCG-101 or CCB-03 at Messe Berlin.

On display at Samsung’s SmartThings partner wall will be the new Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter, the world’s first smart fingerprint deadbolt lock that supports Matter-Over-Thread technology, ensuring seamless integration with various smart home devices for a future-proof experience. Offering a six-in-one unlocking experience including fingerprint recognition, passcodes, mobile app access, backup keys, and multi-layered security, the Bolt Fingerprint Matter creates a unified smart home ecosystem by seamlessly integrating with Samsung SmartThings, Google Home, Apple Home, or Amazon Alexa.

Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter features include:

Easy Integration & Connection – integrate and connect to your existing smart home system without switching apps or configurations, enabling easy control sharing.Advanced Fingerprint Recognition – no more keys; utilize our 360 Live Fingerprint ID powered by AI self-learning fingerprint algorithm. 99.8% accuracy, 0.3 seconds unlock speed. *Currently, fingerprint unlock capability is enabled via the U-tec Home app, but will be added to other leading platforms, including Google and Apple, over the next few months.Guest Access – allows access to Airbnb guests, babysitters, cleaners, contractors, service people, etc., as well as temporary codes or Ekeys for scheduled access (controlled by U-tec’s U home app).Voice Control – unlock or lock the door with just a word using SmartThings, Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home, enhancing user convenience. Auto Unlock – automatically unlocks as you approach the door and securely locks once the door is closed. Settings can be customized with U-tec’s U home app.Battery – eight AA batteries and offers extended battery life up to one year.

U-tec also announced three new smart locks (not on display at IFA) using UWB, Palm Vein, and AI technology including:

Ultraloq Bolt Mission – powered by state-of-the-art UWB technology, allows a simple, hands-free entry and exit to unlock the door automatically. Available in 2025Ultraloq Bolt Palm – using Palm Vein technology, users can unlock the door with a simple wave using non-contact unlocking recognition in both directions. The Bolt Palm eliminates passwords or damaged fingerprints and is user-friendly to all ages. Available in Q4 2024Ultraloq Bolt Pro AI Security – creates a visual door lock, offering real-time viewing of your door area. The Bolt Pro AI Security uses AI technology to recognize faces and human figures and can send alert notifications. Available in 2025

“We are delighted to welcome U-tec and their suite of smart home products to IFA,” said Jaeyeon Jung, Executive Vice President and Head of SmartThings at Samsung Electronics.

“U-tec’s smart locks, bulbs, switches, and plugs work seamlessly with SmartThings to support the evolution of smart home technology that makes homes smarter, safer, and more energy-efficient.”

“We’re excited to showcase our latest smart home products, fully compatible with Samsung SmartThings,” said David Huang, Strategic Partnership Director at U-tec. “Our devices are designed to seamlessly integrate into existing smart home ecosystem, providing enhanced convenience, security, and energy efficiency. Whether you want to automate your lighting, secure your home, or control your environment, our products make creating a truly connected home easier than ever.”

U-tec’s smart home products on display at Samsung’s SmartThings Partner Wall are currently available on Amazon and U-tec’s website and include:

ULTRALOQ Bolt Fingerprint – smart lock offering a six-in-one unlocking experience and multi-layered security. Compatible with Samsung SmartThings, Apple Home Kit, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa. It provides mobile control, secure access management, and multiple unlocking methods, including fingerprint recognition, passcodes, mobile app access, and backup keys, and ensures unparalleled security and flexibility.

ULTRALOQ U-Bolt Pro – smart lock lets you share access with guests, offers keyless entry including fingerprint, auto unlock, password, and a key for backup, and uses a smart auto lock to ensure the door is closed and locked. It works with SmartThings, Amazon Alex, Hey Google, IFTTT, and Z-Wave.

Bright A19 Smart Bulb – Wi-Fi mesh connectivity and seamless control for every light in the home – without the need for an extra hub. Offers vivid brilliance with 1100 lumens choice of 16 million colors. Energy-efficient and long-lasting, Bright allows for customization through its own mobile app.

U-tec Smart Plug controls lamps, fans, and household appliances. It can be controlled via mobile devices or voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

U-tec Smart Switch – WiFi mesh technology allows for remote control for any location and the ability to adjust the brightness of connected lights. Work with light controlled by a single switch or two switches in different places.

About U-tec

tec is the pioneering force in smart home technology and security, dedicated to redefining how people safeguard their homes with innovative, user-friendly solutions. Founded in 2015, the company has quickly established itself as a leader, leveraging cutting-edge technology to create intuitive and reliable smart home solutions. For more information, visit www.u-tec.com.

Join the U-tec community for the latest news about products and events: https://shorturl.at/02bel

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One Country, Countless Journeys: Wego and the German National Tourist Office GCC (GNTO GCC) Inspire MENA Travellers to Discover Germany

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DUBAI, UAE, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has announced a strategic partnership with the German National Tourist Office GCC (GNTO GCC) to bring Germany’s distinctive character closer to travelers across the region, presenting a country where historic landmarks, regional traditions, creative cities, and striking natural scenery form part of the same journey.

Germany’s appeal lies in the contrasts travelers encounter from one destination to the next. A visit may begin among Berlin’s museums, contemporary neighborhoods, and architectural landmarks before continuing to Bavaria’s traditional towns and Alpine scenery. Elsewhere, Hamburg’s waterfront atmosphere, Cologne’s historic character, and Heidelberg’s picturesque setting reveal entirely different sides of the country.

The campaign which runs under the slogan ‘Germany – Simply inspiring’ will invite travelers to experience Germany through routes and journeys rather than individual attractions. Visitors can follow the Rhine past vineyards, riverside communities, and hilltop castles, travel through the wooded landscapes of the Black Forest, or explore historic towns where local traditions remain part of everyday life. Museums, design, music, architecture, and regional cuisine add further depth to each itinerary, connecting Germany’s past with its evolving cultural identity.

Speaking about the collaboration, Mamoun Hmidan, Chief Business Officer at Wego, said: “Travellers from the MENA region are increasingly looking for destinations that offer depth, variety, and the opportunity to enjoy different experiences within a single trip. Germany stands out by bringing together vibrant cities, rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and distinctive regional experiences, making it an ideal destination for every type of traveller. Through our partnership with the German National Tourist Office GCC (GNTO GCC), we look forward to inspiring more travellers to discover Germany beyond its iconic landmarks and experience the diversity that makes every journey unique.”

Outdoor experiences will also play an important role in the campaign. From hiking and cycling to lake retreats, mountain escapes, and countryside journeys, Germany gives travelers the opportunity to move easily between urban exploration and nature. Its connected cities and regions allow visitors to create varied itineraries that may combine culture, relaxation, family experiences, shopping, and scenic discovery within one trip.

Yamina Sofo, Director of sales and marketing at the German National Tourist Office GCC (GNTO GCC), said: “Germany’s identity is shaped by the connection between heritage and modern life. Visitors can encounter centuries of history, vibrant cultural scenes, distinctive regional traditions, and varied natural landscapes as they travel across the country. Working with Wego gives us an opportunity to share these stories with more travelers from the GCC region and encourage them to experience Germany from different perspectives.”

The partnership will bring Germany’s regions and travel experiences to GCC audiences through editorial content, destination features, and practical trip-planning inspiration. By highlighting the country through its contrasts, local stories, and connected journeys, Wego and the German National Tourist Office GCC (GNTO GCC) aim to encourage travelers to see Germany not as a single experience, but as a destination that reveals something different at every stop.

About Wego

Wego is the number one travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Combining a dynamic travel marketplace with on-platform bookings, Wego enables travelers to easily search, compare, and book flights and hotels across hundreds of airlines, hotels, and online travel agencies. Beyond its B2C marketplace, Wego also operates WegoPro, a next-generation business travel platform, and WegoBeds, a MENA-focused bedbank. The company is dual-headquartered in Singapore and Dubai with offices in Bangalore and Mumbai.

For more information, visit www.wego.com

About the GNTB

The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) works on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy to represent Germany as a tourist destination and is funded by the Ministry in accordance with a decision taken by the German Bundestag. As the central organisation for promoting inbound tourism to Germany, the GNTB works closely with the German travel industry and private-sector partners and trade associations to develop strategies and marketing campaigns that promote Germany’s positive image abroad as a travel destination and encourage tourists to visit the country. The aim is to unlock future commercial potential and thus add value to the German economy by attracting international visitors to Germany.

The GNTB’s primary strategic areas of action are:

Targeted market research and detailed analysis of global travel trends and market-specific customer demandSupporting the German travel industry, which is dominated by small and medium-sized businesses, by sharing expertise and connecting German providers with the international travel trade.Raising awareness of the Destination Germany brand and enhancing the brand profile with a focus on digital transformation.

The ‘Germany. Simply inspiring’ brand profile represents a high-quality and service-oriented, travel destination in the market.

From its head office in Frankfurt, the GNTB manages 22 foreign representative offices in established and in high-potential source markets.

Follow GNTO’s accounts on social media:
https://www.instagram.com/germanytourismar/
https://www.facebook.com/germanytourismar/

 

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Jonah Launches its New Blog Builder Product Designed to Amplify GEO Strategies in Multifamily.

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WESTLAKE, Texas, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Jonah, the leading provider of premium, fully integrated websites for the multifamily industry, launches its new Blog Builder product, a comprehensive blogging environment designed to amplify GEO strategies in multifamily.

Jonah, in response to the evolving AI generative results landscape and through their observation of the success of blog content for GEO enhancements, developed its Blog Builder product.

AI-generated results often surface highly specific content that directly answers the user’s search query. Because of their unique ability to present relevant and timely content that users are searching for, blogs are an ideal format for this content and are sourced more often in these generated results.

Jonah’s Blog Builder product was created to turn their client’s custom content into a GEO strategy. It is intended to be best understood by AI search engines, simple for clients to operate, and engaging for the prospective renter.

Blog Builder by Jonah is structured with standard Schema.org blog architecture in its backend to ensure the client’s content has the best opportunities to be read, understood, and surfaced by AI search engines. This gives clients the assurance that AI can understand their specific content automatically.

The blogging environment in itself is a highly tailored solution featuring categories and unlimited tagging with dedicated subpages for each, delivering additional searchable sources from one piece of content. These features, in addition to the schema, were developed to create a deeper environment for hosting this blog content, driving more surfacing power with less effort for the client.

The pagination, publishing details, and search features give the end user an engaging experience and the client full control over their content. The Blog Builder pulls from the property website’s distinct branding, bringing cohesion to the entire environment.

Multifamily clients can create unlimited posts with tailored tags, categories, and details in this comprehensive blogging environment, turning their custom content into GEO strategy, all with the power of Jonah’s Blog Builder.

About Jonah
Jonah builds beautiful, powerful, fully integrated websites exclusively for multifamily. Our industry-leading technology is designed to make your job easier and your properties more profitable. With the best shopping experience in multifamily, Jonah helps your portfolio generate more leads and drive more leases. Learn more about our property websites.

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China Southern Power Grid Showcases AI Innovations at World AI Conference

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SHANGHAI, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — China Southern Power Grid (CSG) showcased its latest AI-powered power systems and technologies integrating electricity, carbon and computing at the 2026 World AI Conference (WAIC) and the High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance in Shanghai.

Among the highlights was MegaWatt Yunrui, an AI-native distribution network planning agent developed by CSG. In a live demonstration, the system automatically generated a comprehensive distribution network planning report — including risk assessment and grid topology recommendations — in just 10 minutes. The solution was named one of the conference’s Top 10 Signature Exhibits, becoming the only project from a central state-owned enterprise to receive the distinction.

This year, coordination between computing infrastructure and power systems was included in China’s Government Work Report for the first time. As CSG works toward becoming a global leader in electricity, carbon and computing coordination, the company has focused on building a fully proprietary end-to-end technology stack encompassing power-sector foundation models, intelligent robots and digital infrastructure. Among the exhibits were several technologies that the company described as domestic firsts and internationally advanced.

“We have integrated three systems that traditionally operated independently — electricity, carbon and computing — to establish China’s first industry-level electricity-carbon-computing coordination platform,” the company said. Built on the digital power grid, CSG has created a technology architecture spanning computing infrastructure, power-sector foundation models, AI agents and field devices. This end-to-end ecosystem supports the digital transformation of next-generation power grids through intelligent operations and coordinated capabilities across every layer.

At the core of the platform is MegaWatt Multimodal 2.0, a foundation model purpose-built for the power sector. At the application layer, MegaWatt Yunrui serves as an AI-native distribution network planning agent developed to support national energy security and the buildout of next-generation power systems. The company also introduced a range of digital infrastructure innovations, including PowerAtomOS, a proprietary unified operating system for power-sector IoT devices. Designed to provide centralized connectivity and management for hundreds of millions of connected devices, PowerAtomOS supports critical power equipment across virtually every operational scenario within CSG’s service area.

CSG said its strategy extends beyond deploying AI applications to building the technological foundation for the next generation of intelligent power systems.

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