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Table of Contents
1. Financial, M & A Updates...................................................................................................................................1
2. Solution Updates................................................................................................................................................15
3. Rewards and Recognition Updates..................................................................................................................69
4. Customer Success Updates...............................................................................................................................93
5. Partnership Ecosystem Updates......................................................................................................................98
6. Environment & Social Updates......................................................................................................................112
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Agilent (USA) Reports Fourth-Quarter and Fiscal Year 2020 Financial
Results; Initiates Fiscal 2021 Guidance
Fourth-quarter fiscal year 2020
• Revenue of $1.48 billion represents 8% reported growth; and up 6% on a core basis with strong
growth across all regions and all three business units.
• GAAP net income of $222 million with earnings per share (EPS) of 71 cents, up 15% from the
fourth quarter of 2019.
• Non-GAAP net income of $305 million with EPS of 98 cents, up 10% from the fourth quarter of
2019.
Fiscal year 2020
• Fiscal year 2020 revenue of $5.34 billion delivers 3% reported growth and a 1% increase in core
revenue over fiscal year 2019.
• Full-year GAAP net income of $719 million with EPS of $2.30, down 32% from fiscal year 2019.
• Non-GAAP net income of $1.02 billion with EPS of $3.28, up 5% from fiscal year 2019.
Outlook
• Fiscal year 2021 revenue expected in the range of $5.6 billion to $5.7 billion, representing
reported growth of 5% to 7% and core(1) growth of 4% to 6%. Fiscal year 2021 non-GAAP earnings
guidance of $3.57 to $3.67 per share.
• Fiscal first-quarter revenue guidance of $1.42 billion to $1.43 billion, representing reported
growth of 4.5% to 5.5% and core revenue growth of 3.5% to 4.5%. Fiscal first-quarter non-GAAP
earnings guidance of 85 cents to 88 cents per share.
Executive Commentary
“We delivered excellent fourth-quarter results that are a testament to the Agilent team and our
single-minded focus on our customers,” said Agilent president and CEO. “We enter fiscal 2021
with solid momentum. While there is still some uncertainty looking forward, we are
well-positioned to pursue our successful growth strategy well into the future.”
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Applied Materials(USA) Announces Fourth Quarter And Fiscal Year
2020 Results
Fourth Quarter Results
• Applied(USA) generated revenue of $4.69 billion. On a GAAP basis, the company
recorded gross margin of 45.4 percent, operating income of $1.28 billion or 27.4 percent of
net sales, and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.23.
• On a non-GAAP adjusted basis, the company reported gross margin of 45.7 percent,
operating income of $1.33 billion or 28.3 percent of net sales, and EPS of $1.25.
• The company generated $1.32 billion in cash from operations and returned $250 million
to shareholders including $200 million in dividends and $50 million in share repurchases.
Full Year Results
• In fiscal 2020, Applied generated revenue of $17.20 billion. On a GAAP basis, the
company recorded gross margin of 44.7 percent, operating income of $4.37 billion or 25.4
percent of net sales, and EPS of $3.92.
• On a non-GAAP adjusted basis, the company reported gross margin of 45.1 percent,
operating income of $4.53 billion or 26.3 percent of net sales, and EPS of $4.17.
• The company generated a record $3.80 billion in cash from operations, paid dividends
of $787 million and used $649 million to repurchase 12 million shares of common stock.
“Applied Materials closed fiscal 2020 with record quarterly performance as demand for
our semiconductor systems and services remains very strong,” said president and CEO.
“Our future opportunities have never looked better and, as powerful technology trends
take shape, we are uniquely positioned to accelerate our customers’ roadmaps and
outperform our markets.”
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Autodesk(USA) Acquires Spacemaker: Offers Architects AI-powered Generative
Design to Explore Best Urban Design Options
Autodesk, Inc. announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Spacemaker for
$240 million net of cash.Spacemaker uses cloud-based, artificial intelligence (AI), and
generative design to help architects, urban designers, and real estate developers make more
informed early-stage design decisions faster and enables improved opportunities for
sustainability from the start. By evaluating the best options from the outset, Spacemaker
helps architects maximize their clients’ long-term property investments. The transaction is
subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close during Autodesk’s fourth
quarter of fiscal 2021, ending January 31, 2021. The acquisition of Spacemaker provides
Autodesk with a powerful platform to drive modern, user-centric automation – powered by
AI – and accelerate outcome-based design capabilities for architects.WithSpacemaker,
design professionals can rapidly create and evaluate options for a building or urban
development. With AI as a partner to the architect, the Spacemaker platform enables users to
quickly generate, optimize, and iterate on design alternatives, all while considering design
criteria and data like terrain, maps, wind, lighting, traffic, zoning, etc. Spacemaker quickly
returns design alternatives optimized for the full potential of the site. This leads to better
outcomes from the start and allows designers to focus on the creative part of their
professional work.
"Spacemaker is a lesson in the power of insights and automation, giving designers the
ability to create and test urban design ideas in minutes," says CEO and President of
Autodesk. "With two billion more people expected to call our planet home by 2050,
speed of design and sustainability in urban planning must be priorities. Spacemaker
technology offers a fundamental shift in how we imagine and build cities to keep people
and the planet healthy."
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Autodesk(USA), Inc. Announces Fiscal 2021 Third Quarter Results
• Total billings decreased 1 percent to $1.01 billion.
• Total revenue was $952 million, an increase of 13 percent as reported, and 14 percent on a constant currency basis.
Recurring revenue represents 97 percent of total.
• Design revenue was $848 million, an increase of 13 percent as reported, and 15 percent on a constant currency basis. On
a sequential basis, Design revenue increased 3 percent as reported and on a constant currency basis.
• Make revenue was $77 million, an increase of 32 percent as reported and on a constant currency basis. On a sequential
basis, Make revenue increased 8 percent as reported and on a constant currency basis.
• Subscription plan revenue was $884 million, an increase of 24 percent as reported, and 25 percent on a constant currency
basis. On a sequential basis, subscription plan revenue increased 5 percent as reported and on a constant currency basis.
• Maintenance plan revenue was $40 million, a decrease of 56 percent as reported, and 55 percent on a constant currency
basis. On a sequential basis, maintenance plan revenue decreased 22 percent as reported and on a constant currency basis.
• Net revenue retention rate was within the range of 100 to 110 percent.
• GAAP operating income was $168 million, compared to $111 million in the third quarter last year. GAAP operating
margin was 18 percent, up 5 percentage points.
• Total non-GAAP operating income was $287 million, compared to $225 million in the third quarter last year. Non-GAAP
operating margin was 30 percent, up 3 percentage points.
• GAAP diluted net income per share was $0.59, compared to $0.30 in the third quarter last year.
• Non-GAAP diluted net income per share was $1.04, compared to $0.78 in the third quarter last year.
• Deferred revenue increased 21 percent to $2.93 billion. Unbilled deferred revenue was $650 million, an increase of $100
million compared to the third quarter of last year. Remaining performance obligations (RPO) increased 21 percent to $3.6
billion. Current RPO increased 16 percent to $2.4 billion.
• Cash flow from operating activities was $361 million, an increase of $85 million compared to the third quarter last year.
Free cash flow was $340 million, an increase of $74 million compared to the third quarter last year.
"Our Strong Third Quarter Results Reflect The Growing Customer Value Of Our Cloud-Based Platform And The
Resilience Of Our Subscription Business Model," Said AutodeskPresident And CEO. "Our Enterprise Customers Are
Undertaking Their Own Digital Transformation And, By Enabling That Transformation, We Are Becoming Strategic
Partners. For Example, We Signed A Nine-Digit Deal In The Quarter. We Are Confident In Our Fiscal 2023 Targets And
Expect To See Continued Double-Digit Growth Thereafter."
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Provider of AI and Generative Design-enabled Autodesk(USA) Completes
Acquisition of Spacemaker Urban Design Platform
Autodesk, Inc. announced the completion of its acquisition of Oslo, Norway-based Spacemaker for
$240 million net of cash, representing Autodesk’s thirteenth investment in design and construction
solutions providers in three years, including five acquisitions. Spacemaker helps architects and urban
designers maximize developers’ long-term property investments and realize the full potential of the
site by enabling them to quickly generate, optimize and iterate on design options taking into
consideration design criteria and data like terrain, maps, wind, lighting, traffic, zoning, etc. Further,
supporting the effort to combat climate change, Spacemaker offers designers and developers the
ability to consider sustainability options from the start. The acquisition of Spacemaker provides
Autodesk with a powerful platform to drive modern, user-centric automation and accelerate
outcome-based design capabilities for architects, and urban designers and planners. Customers of
Spacemaker have seen remarkable results decreasing project costs and increasing the value of their
developments:
• A large European developer saved a year on the planning phase of a residential development
project.
• A large Nordic developer was able to increase density by 16% while improving the number of
apartments with a sea view by 33%, which could be worth more than €8 million.
• A large architecture firm improved productivity by 50% in early-phase development projects.
• A large construction firm increased density on a site by about 4%, which added an extra 900m²
amounting to an extra €4.5 million.
"I am proud to officially welcome the Spacemaker team to the Autodesk family," said, CEO of
Autodesk. "Now we get to the important work of developing the integration roadmap between
Spacemaker and our existing design portfolio and introducing the Spacemaker team to our
architecture customers worldwide."
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AnalogDevices (USA) Reports Fourth Quarter Results Above the
High-End of Outlook
• Revenue of $1.53 billion for the fourth quarter and $5.60 billion for fiscal 2020
• B2B revenue for the fourth quarter increased 4% sequentially and 10%
year-over-year
• Operating cash flow of $2.0 billion and free cash flow of $1.8 billion for fiscal 2020
• Returned over $1.1 billion to shareholders in fiscal 2020 and recently reinstated our
buyback program
Dividend Payment
• The ADI Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.62 per
outstanding share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on December 15, 2020 to
all shareholders of record at the close of business on December 4, 2020.
• Outlook for the First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2021
• For the first quarter of fiscal 2021, They are forecasting revenue of $1.50 billion, +/-
$70 million. At the midpoint of this revenue outlook, they expect reported operating
margin of approximately 29.1%, +/- 150 bps, and adjusted operating margin of
approximately 40.0%, +/- 100 bps. They are planning for reported EPS to be $0.92, +/-
$0.10, and adjusted EPS to be $1.30, +/- $0.10.
“ADI delivered fourth quarter results above the high-end of our outlook. We grew
revenue across all of our B2B markets, expanded operating margins and increased
EPS by double-digits year-over-year,” said President and CEO of Analog Devices.
“Fiscal 2020 represented a year of strategic progress against an unprecedented
backdrop, and our results continue to highlight the insatiable demand for our
high-performance analog and mixed signal solutions. Overall, I’m proud of how our
global team embraced and learned from this challenging time and continued to
execute at a high level to generate and capture value for all stakeholders. Looking
ahead, our pending acquisition of Maxim Integrated is an opportunity to increase our
scale and scope to deliver disruptive innovation for our customers while driving
further profitable growth. The combination strengthens our industry leadership
position, further diversifying our business across markets and applications and
solidifying ADI as the destination for the world’s best analog talent. While the
macroenvironment remains fluid, we are cautiously optimistic that a broad-based
recovery is underway and expect to build on this momentum in fiscal 2021.”
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Compal(Taiwan) Announce Compal 3q20 Financial Results
• Compal Electronics, Inc. announced 3Q20 consolidated financial results. With smart device business growth from
consumer electronics season demand upcoming, 3Q20 consolidated revenue was NT$269,242M, +2% QoQ and +8%
YoY.
• Consolidated operating profit was NT$3,052M, +28% QoQ, and +26% YoY.
• Consolidated net profit attributed to the parent company was NT$2,188M, +10% QoQ and +22% YoY.
• 3Q20 EPS was NT$0.5.Thanks to work-from-home and remote-education demand, Compal performed a solid
business in NB PCs and Smart device, 1-3Q20 consolidated revenue was NT$714,942M, 0.3% YoY.
• Consolidated operating profit was NT$6,339M, -15% YoY. Net profit attributed to the parent company was
NT$4,780M, -3% YoY. 1-3Q20 EPS was NT$1.10.
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pbb reports slightly higher year-on-year third quarter pre-tay profit of
€75 million – concerns persist about developments on real estate markets
• pbb Deutsche Pfandbriefbank achieved profit before taxes of €75 million in the third quarter of 2020,
slightly exceeding the previous year’s period (consolidated figures in accordance with IFRS; Q3 2019: €70
million).
• On a nine-month horizon, profit before taxes of €106 million stayed below the same period of the previous
year (9m2019: €187 million), due to significantly higher risk provisioning required as a result of the COVID-19
pandemic.
• The third quarter benefited from a further increase in net interest and commission income to €127 million
(Q3 2019: €113 million), defined by stable interest income from the operating business on the one hand and by
the interest benefits from the Bank’s participation in the ECB’s Targeted Longer-Term Refinancing Operations
(TLTRO III) on the other hand.
• Net additions to risk provisions of €14 million (Q3 2019: €10 million) were required due to further reduced
valuations for UK shopping centres in the loan portfolio.
• General and administrative expenses were virtually unchanged at €48 million. pbb expects a solid operating
result before risk costs for the fourth quarter and 2020 as a whole. Due to ongoing uncertainty about the potential
risk provisioning required in conjunction with COVID-19 and the latest deterioration of the pandemic, pbb will
continue not to issue an earnings guidance.
• New Commercial Real Estate Finance business developed positively in the third quarter, with both the
volume increasing to €1.6 billion (Q2 2020: €1.1 billion, both including extensions beyond one year) and higher
margins, resulting in an average gross margin on new business of above 180 basis points (bp) for the first nine
months of the current year. pbb continues to take a risk-conservative approach to new business commitments and
extensions.
“The third-quarter result is based mainly on the forecast good operating performance. While it supports our
expectations for solid net interest income and stable administrative expenses in 2020, it does not eliminate
concerns about the impact of a second lockdown and structural changes in the real estate markets brought
about by the COVID-19 pandemic. We remain cautious in all respects but continue to see ourselves as well
positioned with a conservative risk strategy, good capital base and a comfortable liquidity position.”
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Infineon(Germany) reports strong fourth quarter. Outlook for the new
fiscal year cautiously optimistic. Integration of Cypress remains on track
• Q4 FY 2020: Revenue of €2,490 million; Segment Result €379 million; Segment
Result Margin 15.2 percent
• FY 2020: Revenue of €8,567 million, up 7 percent year-on-year; Segment Result
€1,170 million; Segment Result Margin 13.7 percent, organic free cash flow €911
million
• Outlook for Q1 FY 2021: Based on an assumed exchange rate of US$ 1.15 to the
euro, revenue between €2.4 billion and €2.7 billion predicted. At the mid-point of the
guided revenue range, Segment Result Margin expected to come in at around 16
percent
• Outlook for FY 2021: Based on an assumed exchange rate of US$ 1.15 to the
euro, revenue of around €10.5 billion (plus or minus 5 percent) expected. At the
mid-point of the guided revenue range, Segment Result Margin expected to come in
at around 16.5 percent. Investments between €1.4 and 1.5 billion are planned. Free
cash flow is expected to exceed €700 million
• Proposed dividend for FY 2020: €0.22 per share (FY 2019: €0.27); reduction due
to impact of corona pandemic and ongoing risks
"Infineon has successfully completed an exceptional and difficult fiscal year with
a very respectable fourth quarter. We have proven that our company has a robust
business model and continues to develop steadily, even in uncertain times," said
CEO of Infineon. "Some of our target markets, especially the automotive sector,
have recovered better than expected since the summer. In addition, the structural
transformation towards electro mobility is accelerating, particularly in Europe.
Other markets are showing weakness, like traction or government identification,
or are still a long way from recovery, such as factory automation. All in all, we
are cautiously optimistic for the fiscal year that has just begun. However, the
coronavirus pandemic, the geopolitical situation and prevailing macroeconomic
conditions all remain challenging. The combination of a strengthened team and a
broader technology and product portfolio – especially through connectivity for
the IoT and other digital applications – enables us to address an even greater
number of markets. We are in an excellent position to master future challenges."
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Intuit(USA) First Quarter Revenue Grew 14 Percent; Company
Provides Guidance for Fiscal 2021
For the first quarter, Intuit reported:
• Total revenue of $1.3 billion, up 14 percent.
• Small Business and Self-Employed Group revenue up 13 percent to $1.2 billion.
• Small Business Online Ecosystem revenue grew 24 percent.
• Consumer Group revenue grew 19 percent to $119 million.
Small Business and Self-Employed Group
• Grew QuickBooks online accounting revenue 28 percent in the quarter, driven primarily by customer growth and
mix-shift.
• Increased Online Services revenue 17 percent, driven by QuickBooks Online payments and QuickBooks Online
payroll.
• Grew total international online revenue 51 percent.
Consumer and ProConnect Groups
• Reported $119 million of Consumer Group revenue and $23 million of professional tax revenue in the ProConnect
Group for the first quarter, in line with expectations.
In the first quarter the company:
• Had a total cash and investments balance of approximately $5.8 billion as of Oct. 31. Intuit expects to use
approximately $3.6 billion of cash as part of consideration for the Credit Karma acquisition.
• Did not repurchase any shares, as share purchases were temporarily suspended in conjunction with the Credit
Karma acquisition. $2.4 billion remains on the company's authorization.
• Received Board approval for a quarterly dividend of $0.59 per share, payable January 19, 2021. This represents an
11 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
"We had a strong start to the year as we continue to accelerate innovation on our A.I.-driven expert platform," said
Intuit’s chief executive officer. "We delivered double-digit revenue growth in the quarter and are excited by the
velocity of our innovation."
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Intuit(USA) and Credit Karma Receive Clearance from Department of Justice for
Acquisition of Credit Karma
Intuit proud maker of TurboTax, QuickBooks, and Mint, with 57 million customers,
and Credit Karma, the consumer technology platform with more than 110 million
members in the U.S., Canada and the U.K., announced that they have entered into a
consent decree with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), an important step in
completing their previously announced merger. The companies also announced that
they have entered into an Assurance of Discontinuance with the New York State
Attorney General that, along with the DOJ action, moves Intuit’s acquisition of
Credit Karma one step closer to closing, subject to the satisfaction of customary
closing conditions.Intuit and Credit Karma also announced Credit Karma’s
agreement with Square, pursuant to which Credit Karma will divest its Credit Karma
Tax business to Square. The completion of the transaction with Square is contingent
upon the successful closing of Intuit’s acquisition of Credit Karma, among other
customary closing conditions. As part of the divestiture transaction, Intuit and Credit
Karma have made certain commitments to Square, including the provision of certain
transition services to help ensure a successful transition of the business.
“We are very excited to reach this important milestone. This brings us one step
closer to transforming personal finance by making it simpler for consumers to
find the right financial products, put more money in their pockets, and provide
financial expertise and advice,” said CEO of Intuit. “We are pleased to have
cleared this necessary regulatory review with DOJ and appreciate their careful
consideration of this transaction. Consumers will continue to benefit from the
Credit Karma Tax product as part of Square.”
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NVIDIA (USA)Announces Financial Results for Third Quarter Fiscal
2021
• Revenue is expected to be $4.80 billion, plus or minus 2 percent.
• GAAP and non-GAAP gross margins are expected to be 62.8 percent and 65.5 percent, respectively, plus or
minus 50 basis points.
• GAAP and non-GAAP operating expenses are expected to be approximately $1.64 billion and $1.18 billion,
respectively.
• GAAP and non-GAAP other income and expense are both expected to be an expense of approximately $55
million.
• GAAP and non-GAAP tax rates are both expected to be 8 percent, plus or minus 1 percent, excluding any
discrete items. GAAP discrete items include excess tax benefits or deficiencies related to stock-based
compensation, which are expected to generate variability on a quarter-by-quarter basis.
• During the third quarter, NVIDIA announced a definitive agreement to acquire Arm Limited from SoftBank
Capital Limited and SVF Holdco (UK) Limited in a transaction valued at $40 billion. The transaction will
combine NVIDIA’s leading AI computing platform with Arm’s vast ecosystem to create the premier computing
company for the age of AI. The transaction ― which is expected to be immediately accretive to NVIDIA’s
non-GAAP gross margin and non-GAAP earnings per share ― is expected to close in the first quarter of calendar
2022.
• NVIDIA also announced plans to build a world-class AI lab in Cambridge, England ― including a powerful
AI supercomputer based on NVIDIA and Arm technology ― and provide research fellowships and partnerships
with local institutions and AI training courses. Separately, it plans to build Cambridge-1, the U.K.’s most
powerful AI supercomputer, based on an NVIDIA DGX SuperPOD™ system and designed for AI research in
healthcare and drug discovery.
“NVIDIA is firing on all cylinders, achieving record revenues in Gaming, Data Center and overall,” said
founder and CEO of NVIDIA. “The new NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPU provides our largest-ever
generational leap and demand is overwhelming. NVIDIA RTX has made ray tracing the new standard in
gaming.”
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Spotify (Sweden) Announces Strategic Acquisition of Podcast Technology
Leader, Megaphone
Spotify Technology S.Athe world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service, announced that the company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Megaphone,
one of the world’s most innovative podcast advertising and publishing platforms. Together, Spotify and Megaphone will help advertisers and podcast publishers realize the full
potential of podcasts. The two companies will achieve this through the power of the Megaphone Targeted Marketplace and by making Streaming Ad Insertion available to third-party
podcast publishers for the first time.With this acquisition, Spotify continues to deliver against its goal to become the world’s leading audio platform and focus on growing audio
monetization across the industry. The acquisition follows Spotify’s launch of Streaming Ad Insertion, an innovative podcast ad technology that delivers the intimacy and quality of
traditional podcast ads with the precision and transparency of modern day digital marketing.Advertisers will now be able to activate across Spotify’s Original & Exclusive podcasts
while scaling reach through the Megaphone Targeted Marketplace. For podcast publishers, the acquisition will unlock innovative tools that will help them earn more from their work.
This includes the opportunity to opt-in to have their content monetized, matching their listeners with even greater demand from advertisers. Following transaction close, Spotify will
soon make Streaming Ad Insertion available to all podcast publishers on Megaphone, the first time this technology will be made available to third-parties. With Streaming Ad
Insertion, podcast publishers will be able to offer more valuable podcast audiences to advertisers based on confirmed ad impressions.Megaphone is a podcast technology company
that provides hosting and ad-insertion capabilities for publishers and targeted ad sales for brand partners. The Megaphone platform connects enterprise-level podcasters and media
companies with best-in-class tools to publish, monetize, and measure their audio content. Megaphone Targeted Marketplace (MTM) revolutionizes podcast advertising by offering
brands unprecedented listener reach, true measurement, efficient execution, and guaranteed brand safety. Megaphone Creative Solutions (MCS) provides end-to-end creative services
for advertisers, developing breakthrough audio ads that envelop the user and drive results.
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STMicroelectronics (Switzerland) Simplifies Creation of Alexa Built-In
Smart Home Devices with Amazon-Qualified Reference Design
STMicroelectronics a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has released an
Amazon-qualified reference design package for smart connected devices leveraging Alexa Voice Service (AVS) Integration for AWS
IoT Core, which can be used to create Alexa Built-in products using simple microcontrollers (MCUs).AVS Integration for AWS IoT
Core has the ability to transform the way users interact with smart “things,” bringing cloud-based Alexa experiences to items such as
toasters, cookers, thermostats, blinds, hairdryers, and many others with no need for significant investment in electronic hardware. This
could hasten the end for traditional buttons and dials, leading to new generations of products that offer easy and natural user interactions,
adaptable smart features, and access to cloud services such as cooking advice or reordering of consumables.ST’s Amazon-qualified
solution jump-starts the design of Alexa-enabled appliance controllers, with Alexa voice-user-interface software already integrated on
high-performing MCUs of the STM32* family. The energy-efficient STM32, being the world’s most successful 32-bit Arm®
Cortex®-M MCU family, is ideal for low-cost, small, and simple connected devices that require state-of-the-art features such as far-field
audio capture and natural-language understanding.
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AMD(USA) Unveils Next-Generation PC Gaming with AMD Radeon™ RX 6000
Series – Bringing Leadership 4K Resolution Performance to AAA Gaming
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AMD unveiled the AMD Radeon™ RX 6000 Series graphics cards, delivering powerhouse performance, incredibly life-like visuals, and must-have
features that set a new standard for enthusiast-class PC gaming experiences. Representing the forefront of extreme engineering and design, the highly
anticipated AMD Radeon™ RX 6000 Series includes the AMD Radeon™ RX 6800 and Radeon™ RX 6800 XT graphics cards, as well as the new
flagship Radeon™ RX 6900 XT – the fastest AMD gaming graphics card ever developed.AMD Radeon™ RX 6000 Series graphics cards are built upon
groundbreaking AMD RDNA™ 2 gaming architecture, a new foundation for next-generation consoles, PCs, laptops and mobile devices, designed to
deliver the optimal combination of performance and power efficiency. AMD RDNA™ 2 gaming architecture provides up to 2X higher performance in
select titles with the AMD Radeon™ RX 6900 XT graphics card compared to the AMD Radeon™ RX 5700 XT graphics card built on AMD RDNA™
architecture1, and up to 54 percent more performance-per-watt when comparing the AMD Radeon™ RX 6800 XT graphics card to the AMD Radeon
™ RX 5700 XT graphics card using the same 7nm process technology.AMD RDNA™ 2 offers a number of innovations, including applying advanced
power saving techniques to high-performance compute units to improve energy efficiency by up to 30 percent per cycle per compute unit3, and
leveraging high-speed design methodologies to provide up to a 30 percent frequency boost at the same power level. It also includes new AMD Infinity
Cache technology that offers up to 2.4X greater bandwidth-per-watt compared to GDDR6-only AMD RDNA™-based architectural designs.

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AMD (USA) Unveils AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Processors with
Enhanced Performance and Power Efficiency
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AMD launched a new product in its high-performance Embedded processor family, the AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Series processor. Built on the
innovative 7nm process technology, ‘Zen 2’ cores and high-performance AMD Radeon™ graphics, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2000 Series provides
a new class of performance with 7nm technology, incredible power efficiency and continues to deliver enterprise-class security features for embedded
customers.The AMD Embedded Ryzen V2000 family is designed for embedded applications such as Thin Client, MiniPC and Edge systems. Equipped
with up to eight CPU cores and seven GPU compute units, a single AMD Ryzen Embedded V2000 Series processor provides 2x4 the multi-threaded
performance-per-watt, up to 30 percent better single-thread CPU performance and up to 40 percent6 better graphics performance over the previous
generation. For customers and applications that need high-performance display capabilities, the Ryzen Embedded V2000 series can power up to four
independent displays in 4K resolution. In addition to providing customers with generationally improved performance and efficiency, the AMD Ryzen
Embedded V2000 Series processor continues providing advanced security features, helping to defend against unauthorized access to memory or critical
software. Similar to the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 and R1000 Series, the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2000 will support AMD Memory Guard, a suite
of security features including Secure Boot and Secure Memory Encryption, in which stored memory is encrypted to help prevent an attacker from
accessing the data, as well as helps to mitigate cold boot attacks.

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AMD (USA) Announces World’s Fastest HPC Accelerator for Scientific
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AMD announced the new AMD Instinct™ MI100 accelerator – the world’s fastest HPC GPU and the first x86 server GPU to surpass the 10 teraflops
(FP64) performance barrier.1 Supported by new accelerated compute platforms from Dell, GIGABYTE, HPE, and Supermicro, the MI100, combined
with AMD EPYC™ CPUs and the ROCm™ 4.0 open software platform, is designed to propel new discoveries ahead of the exascale era. Built on the
new AMD CDNA architecture, the AMD Instinct MI100 GPU enables a new class of accelerated systems for HPC and AI when paired with 2nd Gen
AMD EPYC processors. The MI100 offers up to 11.5 TFLOPS of peak FP64 performance for HPC and up to 46.1 TFLOPS peak FP32 Matrix
performance for AI and machine learning workloads2. With new AMD Matrix Core technology, the MI100 also delivers a nearly 7x boost in FP16
theoretical peak floating point performance for AI training workloads compared to AMD’s prior generation accelerators. The AMD ROCm developer
software provides the foundation for exascale computing. As an open source toolset consisting of compilers, programming APIs and libraries, ROCm
is used by exascale software developers to create high performance applications. ROCm 4.0 has been optimized to deliver performance at scale for
MI100-based systems. ROCm 4.0 has upgraded the compiler to be open source and unified to support both OpenMP® 5.0 and HIP. PyTorch and
Tensorflow frameworks, which have been optimized with ROCm 4.0, can now achieve higher performance with MI1007,8. ROCm 4.0 is the latest
offering for HPC, ML and AI application developers which allows them to create performance portable software.

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Agilent (USA) Launches New NanoDis System for Nanoparticle
Dissolution Testing
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Agilent Technologies Inc. announced the introduction of the NanoDis System for nanoparticle dissolution testing. Combining Agilent
instrumentation and software to enable customers to meet 21 CFR Part 11 and other regulations through its application, the new NanoDis System
delivers a dedicated workflow that is automatable and auditable.Designed in collaboration with Dr. Emre Türeli from nanoparticle manufacturer
MyBiotech GmbH, the NanoDis System enables R&D formulation chemists to deliver new formulations into manufacturing faster, and also allows
manufacturing teams to deliver consistent batches of QC-passed new drug products ready for commercial sale—all in an automated and compliant
manner. Lifesaving drugs are increasingly being developed using nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery. These new dosage forms offer the
promise of advancing patient care and treatment outcomes—particularly for oncology and cardiology patients—by reducing side-effects and
improving drug solubility and bioavailability. However, nanoparticles can be incredibly difficult to work with from a dissolution testing
perspective. This testing is a critical regulatory requirement for the development, manufacturing, and QC of medical drug dosage forms. The
Agilent NanoDis System was selected as a finalist for the CPhI Pharma Awards for excellence in Pharma: Analysis, Testing and Quality Control.
The awards celebrate the thinkers and creators at the forefront of driving the pharmaceutical industry forward through innovation, technology and
strategies.

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Agilent (USA) Announces New, Innovative 7850 ICP-MS System
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Agilent Technologies Inc. announced a new ICP-MS instrument, the Agilent 7850 ICP-MS System, that provides new smart tools to minimize
common time traps that can affect ICP-MS analysis workflows. Building on decades of innovation, the 7850 ICP-MS combines
market-leading performance with new smart software features that bring advanced capabilities to the routine ICP-MS laboratory. The new
7850 provides solutions that enable customers to be more productive and efficient while ensuring high-quality results. The costs to a lab that
fails to recognize or address common time traps are not just limited to lost time and revenue. Unnecessary method setup steps, instrument
checks, manual data reviews, and the need for sample reanalysis also place more pressure on busy lab staff. This workload can impact sample
turnaround time and the quality of the results that customers expect—putting a laboratory’s reputation at risk. The 7850 uses a configuration
that is optimized to handle the range of sample types measured in typical ICP-MS applications while ensuring data is free from common
sources of error. Smart tools help customers through the initial setup of the instrument and required methods, and guides users through the
typical ICP-MS workflow that is used to measure sample batches. Smart functions also assist with data review, eliminating the need for an
ICP-MS expert to perform the important step of verifying data quality. The new 7850 is the smart way to ensure fast setup and streamlined
analysis for great results in typical ICP-MS applications.

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AMD (USA) EPYC™ Processors and New AMD Instinct™ MI100 Accelerator
Redefine Performance for HPC and Scientific Research
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During this year’s SC20 virtual tradeshow, AMD is showcasing its leadership in the high performance computing (HPC) industry. It launched
the new AMD Instinct™ MI100 accelerator with ROCm™ 4.0 open ecosystem support and showcased a growing list of AMD EPYC™ CPU
and AMD Instinct accelerator based deployments, and highlighted its collaboration with Microsoft Azure for HPC in the cloud. AMD also
remains on track to begin volume shipments of the 3rd Gen EPYC processors with “Zen 3” core to select HPC and cloud customers this
quarter in advance of the expected public launch in Q1 2021, aligned with OEM availability. The new AMD Instinct™ MI100 accelerator, is
the world’s fastest HPC GPU accelerator for scientific workloads and the first to surpass the 10 teraflops (FP64) performance barrier. Built on
the new AMD CDNA architecture, the AMD Instinct MI100 GPU enables a new class of accelerated systems for HPC and AI when paired
with 2nd Gen AMD EPYC processors. Supported by new accelerated compute platforms from Dell, HPE, Gigabyte and Supermicro, the
MI100, combined with AMD EPYC CPUs and ROCm 4.0 software, is designed to propel new discoveries ahead of the exascale era. Azure is
using 2nd Gen AMD EPYC processors to power its HBv2 virtual machines (VMs) for HPC workloads. These VMs offer up to 2x the
performance of first-generation HB-series virtual machines2, can support up to 80,000 cores for MPI jobs3, and take advantage of 2nd Gen
AMD EPYC processors’ up to 45% more memory bandwidth than comparable x86 alternatives.

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Agilent (USA) Receives Expanded FDAApproval for PD-L1 IHC 22C3
pharmDx in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
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Agilent Technologies Inc. announced it has received FDA approval for the use of PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx as an aid in identifying patients
with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) for treatment with KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab).PD-L1 expression is a critical biomarker for
response to anti-PD-1 therapies such as KEYTRUDA. The expanded use of PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx strengthens the ability of pathologists
to identify patients who may be eligible for treatment with KEYTRUDA. KEYTRUDA, in combination with chemotherapy, is approved for
patients with locally recurrent unresectable or metastatic TNBC whose tumors express PD-L1 [Combined Positive Score (CPS) ≥ 10] as
determined by an FDA-approved test.PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx is the only companion diagnostic that is FDA-approved to aid in the
identification of TNBC patients for treatment with KEYTRUDA in combination with chemotherapy. With TNBC marking the seventh cancer
type for which PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx has gained FDA approval, Agilent is further solidifying its position as a go-to partner for
drug/diagnostic co-development. PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx also helps physicians identify non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), gastric or
gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma, esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), cervical cancer, urothelial carcinoma, and
head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) patients for treatment with KEYTRUDA.

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High-Performance AMD (USA) EPYC™ CPUs and Radeon™ Pro GPUs
Power New AWS Instance for Graphics Optimized Workloads
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AMD announced Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) has expanded its AMD-based offerings with a new cloud instance for Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud
(Amazon EC2): Amazon EC2 G4ad instances for graphics-optimized workloads. With this new instance, AMD now powers eight Amazon EC2 instance families
across 20 global AWS Regions. AMD also announced that Amazon GameLift, a fully managed dedicated game server hosting solution, is now providing its video
game hosting customers access to AMD EPYC processor-based Amazon EC2 C5a, M5a and R5a instances. Featuring 2nd Gen AMD EPYC CPUs and AMD
Radeon™ Pro V520 GPUs, the new G4ad instance, which will be available later this month, is the first AWS instance powered by both 7nm AMD CPUs and GPUs.
• G4ad is built to support graphics-intensive workloads and can provide customers with up to 45 percent better price performance and 40 percent better graphics
performance, for critical workstation-class applications and real-time game engines, compared to existing GPU based, Amazon EC2 G4dn instances.
• Based on the AMD RDNA architecture, the AMD Radeon™ Pro V520 GPUs can deliver highly responsive, cloud-based workstation-class experiences for the
most demanding workloads with enterprise-grade reliability.
• These instances also come with AMD Radeon™ Pro Software for Enterprise at no additional cost, offering support for professionals working with workstation
applications and the latest graphic APIs, like DirectX®, OpenGL® and Vulkan® offering professional-grade graphics rendering for virtual workstations.

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BOE(CHINA) unveils the world’s first 55-inch UHD AMQLED display
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BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd. (BOE) recently released its 55-inch 4K active-matrix quantum dot light-emitting diode (AMQLED) display, the first of its kind
in the world. This marks another milestone the display maker has achieved in the field of electroluminescent quantum dots following the launch of its
high-resolution quantum light-emitting diode (QLED) technology at the beginning of this year.Quantum dot technology has made its way into display products
including photoluminescent quantum dot-based backlight unit (QD-BLU) and electroluminescent AMQLED. AMQLED displays do not require a backlight;
instead, quantum dots can emit light themselves when stimulated by current. AMQLED displays present a variety of advantages such as self-emitting, a wide color
gamut, and a long lifetime, representing the development trend of quantum dot displays. Additionally, the R&D of large quantum dot printing technology and
products is a focus of attention in the industry.Through technological innovation, BOE has made major breakthroughs in the uniformity and stability during
large-size quantum dot printing. Based on its cutting-edge electroluminescent quantum dot technology, BOE’s first-ever 55-inch 4K AMQLED display features a
resolution of 3840×2160, a color gamut of 119% NTSC, and a contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1, having a broad application prospect in the field of large-size
displays.BOE is a world leading player in the field of quantum dot electroluminescent research and development. In 2017 BOE launched 5-inch and 14-inch
AMQLED prototypes fabricated by inkjet printing, which won the Best in Show award in 2017 SID Display Week. As a global leader in the semiconductor display
industry, BOE keeps close watch on frontier display technologies and is committed to bringing its innovative display products and solutions to myriads of
scenarios, thereby delivering the best visual experiences to users.

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STMicroelectronics (Switzerland) Simplifies Creation of Alexa Built-In
Smart Home Devices with Amazon-Qualified Reference Design
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STMicroelectronics a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has released an
Amazon-qualified reference design package for smart connected devices leveraging Alexa Voice Service (AVS) Integration for AWS IoT
Core, which can be used to create Alexa Built-in products using simple microcontrollers (MCUs).AVS Integration for AWS IoT Core has
the ability to transform the way users interact with smart “things,” bringing cloud-based Alexa experiences to items such as toasters,
cookers, thermostats, blinds, hairdryers, and many others with no need for significant investment in electronic hardware. This could
hasten the end for traditional buttons and dials, leading to new generations of products that offer easy and natural user interactions,
adaptable smart features, and access to cloud services such as cooking advice or reordering of consumables.ST’s Amazon-qualified
solution jump-starts the design of Alexa-enabled appliance controllers, with Alexa voice-user-interface software already integrated on
high-performing MCUs of the STM32* family. The energy-efficient STM32, being the world’s most successful 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M
MCU family, is ideal for low-cost, small, and simple connected devices that require state-of-the-art features such as far-field audio
capture and natural-language understanding.

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Broadcom (USA) Breaks New Ground with Trident SmartToR, Converging
Switching, Routing, and L4-L7 Services
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Broadcom Inc. announced an industry first with Trident SmartToR (Smart Top-of-Rack), expanding the reach of merchant silicon to software-defined, fully-programmable switching, routing, and L4-L7
services at unprecedented scale. The Trident SmartToR architecture empowers a new generation of smart networking products with orders of magnitude better performance than solutions currently available in
the market.Over the last decade, merchant silicon has evolved from basic L2 switching to the world’s highest-performance switching and routing solutions. Trident SmartToR takes this to the next level with
support for high-performance, advanced network services.“Truly revolutionary, Trident SmartToR delivers unmatched performance and scale, along with merchant-silicon economics, to disrupt the L4-L7
network services market, which until now has relied on low-performing and expensive processors and FPGAs— this new offering is a true game changer,” said, senior vice president and general manager, Core
Switching Group, Broadcom.Trident SmartToR enables a 100x performance increase with massive capacity: tracking 3 million connections with 3 million connection-level policies, as well as 1 million tunnels
and over 1 million stateful counters for metering and telemetry.Trident SmartToR uses a software-defined pipeline that covers switching, routing, and advanced L4-L7 network services. In addition, this pipeline
enables user-defined instrumentation and analytics at the packet and connection level with nanosecond resolution. Trident SmartToR can also perform essential analytics filtering functions such as deduplication,
categorization, and summarization to provide specific and actionable insights.A leading-edge solution, Trident SmartToR also has integrated line-rate MACSec/ IPSec for pervasive security, powered by a
programmable encryption engine, which maintains operational flexibility while securing network traffic.The unparalleled breadth of Trident SmartToR’s capabilities expands its reach far beyond that of a
standard top-of-rack switch, enabling merchant silicon to cover applications such as:
Stateful L4 load balancer
• NAT/NAPT appliance with zero latency addition for new addresses
• VxLAN gateway
• High-performance DDoS attack mitigation
• High-scale, line-rate packet broker

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Autodesk(USA) Tandem™ Brings Digital Twin To Building Information
Modeling
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Autodesk, Inc. at Autodesk University Virtual announced the future availability of Autodesk Tandem. Autodesk Tandem brings project data
together from its many sources, formats, and phases, to create a data-rich digital hub that tracks asset data from design through operations – a
digital twin.Autodesk Tandem connects the digital world with the real world, creating an up-to-date reflection of a model’s physical self. This
provides unique operational insight into a facility, building, bridge, or any structure, as well as its components, including, for example, the
performance of heating and cooling systems, escalators, and electrical systems. From design through construction, the project delivery lifecycle of
buildings, facilities, bridges, and other physical structures creates an extraordinary amount of data. The data is often disorganized and left unused
after handover to owners and developers when the project is completed. And building owners want digital data at handover given nearly 80 percent
of an asset’s lifetime value is realized in operations. With Autodesk Tandem, all project models are brought into a single platform, creating a digital
view of projects, along with metadata for each asset. Architects, engineers and contractors can then fully support the digital handover, giving
owners a digital twin of the final asset so that they can dive into all design and construction history. Leveraging nearly 25 years’ leadership in
intelligent 3D design and engineering, Autodesk credits Building Informational Modeling [BIM] as one of the foundational components of
Autodesk Tandem.

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Broadcom(USA) Debuts Industry’s First 5nm ASIC for Data Center and
Cloud Infrastructure
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Broadcom Inc. announced sampling of its 5nm ASIC device for data center and cloud infrastructure. Built on TSMC’s N5 process and measuring 625 mm2, this device incorporates
PCIe Gen5 protocol, 112-Gbps SerDes, HBM2e memory operating at 3.6 Gbps, and 3.6-Tbps Die2Die PHY IP utilizing TSMC CoWoS® interposer technology. In addition, Broadcom
has multiple ASIC devices in development targeting artificial intelligence (AI), high performance computing (HPC) and 5G wireless infrastructure applications.
5nm Technology Portfolio Highlights
• High speed multi-protocol 112-Gbps, 64-Gbps and 32-Gbps SerDes cores
• HBM2e and HBM3 protocol solution
• High bandwidth Die2Die PHY for multi-die SoC and silicon disaggregation
• High performance and high-density standard cell libraries and memory compilers
• Advanced packaging solutions including multi-chip-modules and 2.5D stacking
Benefits of 5nm ASIC Platform vs. Previous Generation
• 2x increase in on-die computation for training and inference applications
• 2x to 4x increase in memory bandwidth with HBM2e and HBM3 PHY
• 2x higher bandwidth serial links with 112-Gbps SerDes
• Up to 30% reduction in power per given work function
• System size and cost reduction with advanced packaging solutions

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With industry-leading performance, powerful features, and incredible
efficiency, M1 is Apple’s first chip designed specifically for the Mac
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Apple announced M1, the most powerful chip it has ever created and the first chip designed specifically for the Mac. M1 is optimised for Mac systems
in which small size and power efficiency are critically important. As a system on a chip (SoC), M1 combines numerous powerful technologies into a
single chip, and features a unified memory architecture for dramatically improved performance and efficiency. M1 is the first personal computer chip
built using cutting-edge 5-nanometer process technology and is packed with an astounding 16 billion transistors, the most Apple has ever put into a chip.
It features the world’s fastest CPU core in low-power silicon, the world’s best CPU performance per watt, the world’s fastest integrated graphics in a
personal computer, and breakthrough machine learning performance with the Apple Neural Engine. As a result, M1 delivers up to 3.5x faster CPU
performance, up to 6x faster GPU performance, and up to 15x faster machine learning, all while enabling battery life up to 2x longer than
previous-generation Macs. With its profound increase in performance and efficiency, M1 delivers the biggest leap ever for the Mac. Macs and PCs have
traditionally used multiple chips for the CPU, I/O, security, and more. Now with M1, these technologies are combined into a single SoC, delivering a
whole new level of integration for greater performance and power efficiency. M1 also features a unified memory architecture that brings together
high-bandwidth, low-latency memory into a single pool within a custom package. This allows all of the technologies in the SoC to access the same data
without copying it between multiple pools of memory, further improving performance and efficiency.

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Update brings a fresh, new design, enhancements to Safari, Messages,
Maps, and privacy, and is engineered for Apple’s powerful M1 chip
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macOS Big Sur, the latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, is now available to Mac users as a free software update. Big
Sur introduces a beautiful redesign and is packed with new enhancements for key apps including Safari, Messages, and Maps, as well as new privacy
features. And Big Sur has been engineered, down to its core, to take full advantage of all the power of the M1 chip to make the macOS experience even
better for the new 13-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and Mac mini. The combination of Big Sur and M1 truly takes the Mac to a whole new level
with incredible capabilities, efficiency, and more apps than ever before, while maintaining everything users love about macOS. Big Sur delivers a
spacious new design that makes navigation easier, while putting more controls at users’ fingertips. From the curvature of window corners to the palette
of colors and materials, the thoughtful design will benefit everyone from first-time Mac owners to the most demanding pros. Dock icons retain their
Mac personality while also appearing more consistent across the Apple ecosystem for a more cohesive look and feel. And a new design for apps makes
it easier for users to stay focused on their content and interact with apps. Buttons and controls appear when needed and recede when they are not —
reducing visual complexity and bringing the most relevant content to the forefront. The all-new Control Center gives users quick access to controls for
Do Not Disturb, displays, keyboard brightness, and more, right from the menu bar. Users can see more relevant information at a glance in the updated
Notification Center, including interactive notifications and redesigned widgets.

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Amphenol(USA) Industrial's RADSOK® PowerBlok™ WTB (Wire to
Board) Expansion
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Amphenol Industrial Operations has expanded its WTB (wire-to-board) portfolio with the addition of a right-angle mating pin option in
both the 2.4 and 3.6 mm WTB board level products. It has also added 8.7 and 9.3 height over board (HOB) options to its vertical mating
sockets.These new HOB WTB sockets allow mating with a right-angle pin, vertical pin with latch or cable assembly. The WTB extension
provides the versatility needed when component placement decisions are critical, as well as helps to meet customer requirements of low
profile, high density and high current when needed.The WTB connector is used for transferring power from PSU/PDU to a mother board
or switch board in server, data center, 5G, HPC and electrical device applications. In addition, there is a new two-way WTB connector
integrated positive and negative/ground poles for power connection into one plastic housing to help save room and prevent short
circuiting.The connector can carry 70A current and withstand 500 VDC. It includes Amphenol’s patented RADSOK® technology to meet
the ever-increasing power requirements of printed circuit boards and the need for a smaller board footprint.The WTB connector is
available in crimp with 10, 8 and 6AWG cable harness. It has an operating temperature of -40˚C to +105˚C and can withstand up to 200
mating cycles. The connector is RoHS complaint and available in UL-94 V0.

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Amadeus(Spain)helps airlines take control of currency conversion with
FX Box
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For travelers, booking an airline ticket can be confusing when prices are displayed in a foreign currency. To improve the customer shopping experience, travel
companies, such as travel agencies and airlines, are keen to offer customers the possibility to see ticket prices in the currency of their choice. For many travel
companies ,currency conversion is handled by third parties in the payment chain. To help them assume greater control over e-commerce currency conversion,
Amadeus has developed a new currency conversion module, the first of their solutions from a suite of new foreign exchange (FX) services called ‘FX Box’.By
re-engineering the way payments are presented and managed from authorization to settlement, FX Box can help to empower travel suppliers to internalize the
proceeds of a cross-currency payment. The potential for savings can be significant and could represent incremental revenue of up to several percentage points on
multi-currency transactions. FX Box provides travel firms with real-time access to best-in-class FX rates for more than 170 currencies. Amadeus is currently
working to add more leading foreign exchange providers so that travel companies can select their preferred partner, with Citi being the first available on the
platform. FX Box is integrated into Amadeus’ Xchange Payment Platform which brings together foreign exchange and travel data into one platform. This single
data view has the potential to improve efficiency for travel companies as it simplifies revenue accounting, reconciliation and reporting activities, which can
typically be complex and time-consuming.Amadeus’ Payments business has developed a range of partnerships and new merchant services in order to help travel
firms to maximize the value of their payments strategy. These services aim to assist travel providers to monitor, analyze and control complex global payment flows,
increase the range of payment methods they accept, reduce fraud, and now to help take control of foreign exchange services.

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New programme reduces App Store commission to 15 percent for small
businesses earning up to $1 million per year
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Apple announced an industry-leading new developer programme to accelerate innovation and help small businesses and independent developers propel their businesses
forward with the next generation of groundbreaking apps on the App Store. The new App Store Small Business Programme will benefit the vast majority of developers
who sell digital goods and services on the store, providing them with a reduced commission on paid apps and in-app purchases. Developers can qualify for the programme
and a reduced, 15 percent commission if they earned up to $1 million in proceeds during the previous calendar year. The App Store Small Business Programme, which
will launch on January 1st, comes at an important time as small and independent developers continue working to innovate and thrive during a period of unprecedented
global economic challenge. Apps have taken on new importance as businesses adapt to a virtual world during the pandemic, and many small businesses have launched
or dramatically grown their digital presence in order to continue to reach their customers and communities. The programme’s reduced commission means small
developers and aspiring entrepreneurs will have more resources to invest in and grow their businesses in the App Store ecosystem.While the comprehensive details will
be released in early December, the essentials of the programme’s participation criteria are easy and streamlined:
• Existing developers who made up to $1 million in 2020 for all of their apps, as well as developers new to the App Store, can qualify for the programme and the reduced
commission.
• If a participating developer surpasses the $1 million threshold, the standard commission rate will apply for the remainder of the year.
• If a developer’s business falls below the $1 million threshold in a future calendar year, they can requalify for the 15 percent commission the year after.

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Alps Alpine(Japan) to Release High-Accuracy Positioning System
Evaluation Kit
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Alps Alpine Co., Ltd. has developed a Fleet Management and Digital Key System that improves the operational efficiency of corporate car fleets by enabling central management of all related
tasks, including car reservations, maintenance logs and handing over keys. Samples were made available in November 2020. Market research is currently underway and in the demonstration
testing stage.Use of a company car makes it easier to get around and also to avoid public transport, effectively reducing the risk of contracting COVID-19. Even today, however, many
companies still use paper forms and spreadsheet software to manage car requests and maintenance logs – a cumbersome process. A physical key also needs to be handed over, undermining
the work efficiency of both the administrator and the user. Alps Alpine’s Fleet Management and Digital Key System lets vehicle users reserve a car, receive a key, and even unlock and lock
cars with a smartphone via an app developed in-house, thereby enabling efficient company car usage regardless of the time or place. Administrators, too, can centrally manage vehicle
reservations, movements, inspection status and other information on their PC or smartphone using an original management console. The system both reduces hassle for administrators and
users, enabling efficient, free-flowing fleet operation, and eliminates paper use, helping to cut costs and lessen the environmental impact. The digital key system1 provided by Alps Alpine
employs blockchains2 for key delivery, a technology jointly developed with partner FreeBit Co., Ltd. The method eliminates the risk of unlawful access and data alteration, putting users’minds
at ease.Alps Alpine has tapped its extensive communication expertise and system development capabilities built up over many years serving the automotive market to deliver a combined single
package consisting of a digital key system and compatible onboard unit, as well as a vehicle reservation and locking/unlocking app for drivers and an online system allowing administrators
to manage vehicle reservations, movements and inspection status (see Fig. 1). Design considerations for ease of deployment support retrofitting to vehicles already in service, minimizing
initial costs for customers and ensuring suitability for leased vehicles that must eventually be returned in their original state. With a target to launch sales during fiscal 2021, market research
is currently underway, involving demonstration testing with Alps Alpine’s own vehicle fleet and supply of samples to some customers. Efforts will also be made to develop new marketsby
exploring needs for digital key systems outside the corporate fleet management sector

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A new MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini powered by
M1, Apple’s breakthrough chip for the Mac
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On a momentous day for the Mac, Apple introduced a new MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini powered by the revolutionary M1, the first in a
family of chips made, designed by Apple specifically for the Mac. By far the most powerful chip Apple has ever M1 transforms the Mac experience. With its
industry-leading performance per watt, together with macOS Big Sur, M1 delivers up to 3.5x faster CPU, up to 6x faster GPU, up to 15x faster machine learning
(ML) capabilities, and battery life up to 2x longer than before. And with M1 and Big Sur, users get access to the biggest collection of apps ever for Mac. With
amazing performance and remarkable new features, the new lineup of M1-powered Macs are an incredible value, and all are available to order.MacBook Air is
Apple’s most popular Mac and the world’s best-selling 13-inch notebook. With the M1 chip, MacBook Air speeds through everything from editing family photos
to exporting videos for the web. The powerful 8-core CPU performs up to 3.5x faster than the previous generation. With up to an 8-core GPU, graphics are up to
5x faster, the biggest leap ever for MacBook Air, so immersive, graphics-intensive games run at significantly higher frame rates. ML workloads are up to 9x faster,
so apps that use ML-based features like face recognition or object detection can do so in a fraction of the time. The M1 chip’s storage controller and latest flash
technology deliver up to 2x faster SSD performance, so previewing massive images or importing large files is faster than ever. And in MacBook Air, M1 is faster
than the chips in 98 percent of PC laptops sold in the past year.With the industry-leading power efficiency of M1, MacBook Air also delivers this performance in
a fanless design, which means no matter what users are doing, it remains completely silent. And the new MacBook Air features extraordinary battery life, with up
to 15 hours of wireless web browsing and up to 18 hours of video playback — the longest battery life ever on a MacBook Air.

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AUO(TAIWAN) takes the lead in launching high-end surgical display
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In the post-epidemic era, the integration of technology and medical care has become closer, and the pace of intelligent upgrading of the medical industry has accelerated. AUO is committed
to the field of intelligent medical care. It will be exhibited at the "Taiwan Medical Technology Exhibition" at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Hall from December 3rd to 6th. Exclusively developed
high-end 3D surgical display solutions, including: 32-inch 4K polarized 3D display solutions, combined with the unique global endoscope and minimally invasive surgery 3D endoscopic
imaging system of Chengsheng Biomedical; and applied in surgery The room’s 15.6-inch 4K naked eye 3D display panel is equipped with an eye tracking system developed exclusively by
AUO. At the same time, leading the global (*) release of medical-grade Mini LED technology 32-inch 4K ultra-realistic surgical monitors, as well as a series of dedicated public health
computers for medical institutions launched by ADLINK Technology, showing accumulated years of experience in different medical fields The results have helped the medical industry to
accelerate its transformation and upgrading.
Specializing in high-end 3D panel technology to promote the upgrading of surgical applications
AUO has been deeply involved in 3D panel technology for many years. From the early introduction of polarized 3D LCD TV panels and large-size 3D interactive displays for gaming
applications, to naked-eye 3D display technology applied to diverse products, AUO has repeatedly pioneered the industry and established technological milestones in the industry. The newly
developed 3D display technology is now further introduced into medical surgical applications. For example, the 32-inch 4K polarized 3D display solution is exhibited this time, which
combines AUO’s newly developed 3D display technology and Cheng Jun Biomed’s endoscopic 2D to 3D stereo imaging Technology, embodied in Chengyun's DARWIN ® 3D endoscopic
imaging system, allows surgeons to view 3D images with in-depth information during surgery, increases hand-eye coordination and perception, and effectively improves the accuracy and
quality of minimally invasive surgery. The 15.6-inch 4K naked-eye 3D display panel also used in the operating room uses the eye tracking system developed exclusively by AUO. The 3D
viewing angle range and image quality are effectively improved, allowing doctors to view clear images from all angles without wearing glasses during surgery. 3D images, quickly grasp the
relative position and depth of field of organs and tissues.

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Broadcom(USA) Announces World’s First Automotive IEEE 802.3ch
Multigigabit PHYs and Multilayer Switches with MACsec Support
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Broadcom Inc. announced the availability of its automotive AEC-Q100 compliant multigigabit Ethernet PHY transceiver family and multilayer Ethernet switch family
with 802.1AE MACsec support, the BCM8989X and BCM8957X, respectively. The BCM8989X is the industry’s first IEEE 802.3ch standard compliant automotive
10G/5G/2.5GBASE-T1 MACsec PHY, while the BCM8957X is the first automotive L2/L3 switch with MACsec support and PHY interfaces supporting data rates of 10
Mbps to 10 Gbps. Both device families are designed to address the growing need of in-vehicle data security, high bandwidth networking with flexible multigigabit
interfaces, and time-sensitive networking (TSN).With Ethernet being the de-facto networking standard for automotive applications, MACsec has become an important
solution to help secure data communications between Ethernet nodes in a car and guard against cyber attacks and data breaches. Leveraging Broadcom’s proven MACsec
technology from high-speed networking products, the BCM8989X and BCM8957X are equipped with state-of-the-art MACsec that can be configured to support
high-speed interconnects for in-vehicle networking. In addition, these devices come with built-in BroadR-Secure™ functionality to further enhance data transmission
security by enabling customers to authenticate each packet using secure keys.As new technologies such as 5G and artificial intelligence (AI) make inroads into the
automotive industry, the amount of data transmitted both inside and outside of the connected car is expected to increase substantially. High bandwidth networking will
be needed to enable a growing number of sensors and high-resolution cameras for autonomous driving. Equally important, low latency or real time communications will
play a key role in addressing time-sensitive applications like safety-critical vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications. As such,
multigigabit Ethernet PHYs and high bandwidth multilayer switches are essential in handling the increased data traffic while being able to securely transfer large amounts
of critical data across the network for accurate real time decision making.

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Broadcom(USA) Unveils the Industry’s First Open AIOps Platform Delivering
a New Level of Full-Stack Observability for Hybrid Clouds
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Broadcom Inc. announced the availability of the latest generation of AIOps from Broadcom, an open platform with artificial intelligence, machine learning and end-to-end observability that helps organizations achieve operational
excellence. AIOps allows business and IT leaders to manage critical KPIs that align IT outputs to business outcomes, driving digital agility, while proactively ensuring enhanced customer and positive employee experiences.As
enterprises progress in their ongoing digital transformations, they face complex modern and hybrid IT environments, while adopting Site Reliability Engineering and automation approaches to achieve operational effectiveness.
Customers and employees now demand instant access to services delivered by IT teams. However, many struggle to gain vital insights across heterogeneous digital landscapes due to disparate tooling, increased volume of data,
increase in remote traffic, frequency in redundant tasks, and lack of actionable insights.AIOps from Broadcom is an open platform that correlates and analyzes a broad range of IT observability data sources and acts as a trusted proof
point for the IT Operations analytics offered in Broadcom's BizOps solution. AIOps from Broadcom now includes new AI/ML techniques and customizable views for enhanced actionable insights. New capabilities include:
• Full-Stack Observability— for hybrid clouds, cloud-native applications, distributed tracing, mobile-to-mainframe insights and network telemetry while providing users openness to ingest other data sources quickly with 15 new
third-party data integrations.
• DX Dashboards— provide rich visualizations for task-based persona-driven insights along with unfettered access to all data to easily customize and create company-specific dashboards.
• Service and Alarm Analytics— include additional machine learning topology and correlation, casual graphs and intelligent situational analysis for automatic root cause analysis, noise mitigation, alarm clustering, and anomaly
detection.
• Intelligent Automation— based on a recommendation engine connects root cause analysis with extensive out-of-the-box actions and automation strategy based on problem scenarios.
• Capacity Analytics— provide service-aware configuration for capacity planning and drill-downs for service context and group context to identify the potential over-utilized or under-utilized resources and optimize the capacity
allocation.
• Continuous Feedback Loops— connect data across development, IT and the business for views and insights across disparate data sets and siloed teams.
• Machine Learning— based on an extensive library of algorithms, natural language processing and an ontological graphical topology for rich situational correlation for continuous learning and improved automated root cause
analysis.
• Software to Silicon Insights— apply AI and ML to rich, granular data capture at the chip level to enable a unique, AI-driven solution for real-time proactive network congestion and packet loss triage.

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FUJIFILM(Japaan) Cellular Dynamics and Lonzaagree to expand the
availability and use of induced pluripotent stem cell technology
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FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics, Inc., a leading global developer and manufacturer of human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC)
technologies, and Lonza Walkersville, Inc. (Lonza, a leading global GMP iPSC manufacturer), have entered into a worldwide
agreement. The agreement enables drug developers to leverage both companies' expertise and technologies for the generation of
iPSCs through licensing agreements.Under the agreement, FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics grants Lonza a non-exclusive right to
use their patents related to iPSC generation, including episomal vectors and reprogramming factors, for the clinical manufacture
and differentiation of iPSC lines for cell therapies. Furthermore, Lonza grants FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics expanded use of its
non-exclusive license to its innovative Nucleofector™ technology, to enable efficient transfection of cells, stem cell and cell
lines.Cell therapies have emerged as a promising treatment modality with the ability to augment, repair, or replace human
biology, including organs, tissues and cells. Given their incredible capacity to self-renew and the ability to become many different
cell types, iPSCs are a critical material used in the development and manufacture of cell therapies.

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Fujifilm(Singapore) develops the new “Pixel Shift Multi-Shot” function to capture and generate
the world's highest resolution*1 of 400MP images with accurate color reproduction
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FUJIFILM Corporation is pleased to announce the development of a new function “Pixel Shift Multi-Shot” for the FUJIFILM GFX100
(GFX100), a mirrorless digital camera that features a Large Format sensor* The Pixel Shift Multi-Shot function can capture and generate
400MP images, the highest resolution in the world, with advanced color reproduction accurate to real tones, making it ideal for digitally
archiving artworks, architectures and other cultural assets. Fujifilm has also released a free firmware upgrade (Ver.3.00) for the GFX100
and free software “FUJIFILM Pixel Shift Combiner” (Pixel Shift Combiner) to enable the use of the Pixel Shift Multi-Shot
function.Preserving artworks, architectures and other invaluable cultural assets in their present state and beauty without degradation is an
important task for future generations. One of the solutions currently being used is digital archiving, recording and saving cultural assets
in the form of digital information.In June 2019, Fujifilm launched the GFX100, equipped with a 102MP Large Format sensor, the
“X-Processor 4” high-speed image processing engine and a high-precision in-body image stabilization (IBIS) mechanism. It has been
embraced by professional photographers and enthusiasts alike. Fujifilm has developed the Pixel Shift Multi-Shot function to broaden
GFX100's scope of applications to cover digital archiving as well as general photography.

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Hikvision(China) launches its Hik-ePartner App to boost business for
installers
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Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competency, has launched its innovative new mobile app for installers: Hik-ePartner. As a trusted partner for installers, Hikvision constantly seeks new ways to
assist their work and expand their business opportunities. The Hik-ePartner app is designed to consolidate useful widgets to make installation easier and provide sales and marketing support every single day. The
Hik-ePartner app is a handy management platform where installers can get easy access to all Hikvision product information, promotions, and marketing handouts, as well as join loyalty program, and more. More
specifically, with Hik-ePartner app, installers will enjoy:
1) Straightforward product searches
The Hik-ePartner app features a handy product selector, which allows installers to easily and quickly navigate using model names and numbers, product functions, and accessory options. Installers can also save their
preferred products to a “Favorites” list for quick recall later.
2) Effortless installation with extensive how-to documents and videos
“How-to” documents and videos further assist their daily work with extensive installation know-how. An additional parameter and specifications calculating tool enables installers to recommend the most suitable products
for their customers.
3) An engaging rewards program
By simply scanning the serial number or code on Hikvision product packages, installers can win points and redeem gifts via direct mail from Hikvision.
4) Various promotions with push notifications
Installers can enable push notifications in their app to receive timely sales promotions from Hikvision to help them acquire the latest products and save money.
5) Up-to-date marketing collateral
Installers can find all the go-to-market handouts such as infographics, One-Swipes (intuitive sales guides), and solution packages featuring small and medium sized businesses. Latest Hikvision news can also be found
intuitively, so installers can share interesting and useful information with peers via social media.

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Infineon(Germany) expands supply base for silicon carbide with GT
Advanced Technologies
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Infineon Technologies AG and GT Advanced Technologies (GTAT) have signed a supply agreement for silicon carbide (SiC) boules.
The contract has an initial term of five years. With this supply contract, the German semiconductor manufacturer adds a further
element to secure its growing base material demand in this area. SiC is the basis for power semiconductors that are particularly
efficient, robust, and cost-effective at the system level. Under the brand name CoolSiC™ Infineon now already markets the industry’s
largest product portfolio for industrial applications and is rapidly expanding its offerings towards consumer and automotive
products."We are seeing a steadily increasing demand for SiC-based switches, especially for industrial applications," says President
of Infineon’s Industrial Power Control Division. "However, it has become clear that the automotive sector is quickly following suit.
With the supply agreement we have now concluded, we ensure that we will be able to meet the rapidly growing demand of our
customers with a diversified supplier base. GTAT’s high-quality boules will provide an additional source for competitive SiC wafers
fulfilling the best-in-class material standards now and in the future. This supports our ambitious SiC growth plans, making good use
of our existing in-house technologies and core competencies in thin-wafer manufacturing.”

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Getting Paid and Managing Customers Now Easier for Small Businesses
with Integrated CRM Solution
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Intuit(USA) launched HubSpot for QuickBooks, an integrated CRM and financial management solution to help growing businesses speed up sales cycles and to allow sales and finance
teams to work together more efficiently. Businesses get a clear and more accurate view into their financial health, which helps eliminate potential blind spots. HubSpot for QuickBooks
addresses a critical step in propelling businesses through their digital transformation journey as they shift to cloud.HubSpot for QuickBooks helps solve the cumbersome process of
manually transferring information from a CRM into a financial management system when a sale is closed. Typically, this requires coordination between the sales and finance teams
and involves manual input into email, a spreadsheet, or an online documentation program. Now, that information is connected — so a customer’s intent to purchase (the front-end
customer relationship management) is automatically captured and then integrated with a company’s recognition of revenue once the purchase is completed (in the back-end financial
or ERP system).
HubSpot for QuickBooks
• Improves cash flow: Significantly shortens the time from customer quote/proposal to when payment is received and allocated.
• Ensures better accuracy: Sends sales entries from HubSpot to your books conveniently and reliably. Centralized information provides a single source of truth.
• Saves time: Eliminates dual data entry and time spent correcting errors.
• Provides confidence: Gives peace of mind that invoices are processed timely and accurately.
QuickBooks, a top small business financial management platform with more than seven million customers, and HubSpot, a leading CRM platform, will continue to collaborate on
solutions that meet the demands of businesses as they grow. The first enhanced integration is specifically for QuickBooks Online Advanced customers.

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Intuit(USA) TurboTax Launches Fully Assisted Tax Preparation Solution
With New TurboTax Live Full Service
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TurboTax, from Intuit Inc. the leader in online tax preparation, processing nearly 40 million tax returns last year alone, is expanding into the assisted tax preparation
category with the launch of TurboTax Live Full Service. Now with TurboTax Live, taxpayers can choose to connect to a dedicated tax expert, who will prepare and file
their tax return for them - all from the comfort of home.The TurboTax Live Full Service experience matches taxpayers with their own dedicated tax expert based on their
unique tax situation, state of residence, and language preference - English or Spanish. The process is simple: match with a TurboTax Live tax expert, securely upload or
import tax documents, connect via live video to review a detailed summary. The expert does all the rest.
How TurboTax Live Full Service works:
• Virtual Convenience: Taxpayers can connect virtually with a tax expert at home and at a time they select. Whether a customer is looking for advice, answers, or to
hand it off completely, TurboTax Live experts are standing by.
• Real Experts: TurboTax Live connects users to a team of tax experts with an average of 12-years’ experience. With some of the most respected tax experts in the
business available at their fingertips, taxpayers can be confident that they are getting every deduction and credit they deserve, and their taxes are done right.
• Unlimited Tax Advice – All Year: Taxpayers get easy access to real tax experts, to get tax advice and answers specific to their unique tax situation. Whether taxpayers
have a question about unemployment, a recent stock purchase or the side gig they picked up, TurboTax Live experts have them covered.
• 100% Expert Approved Guarantee: TurboTax Live has a 100% Expert Approved Guarantee for all tax returns, advice or reviews provided by TurboTax Live experts.

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New Orbotech Flex PCB Manufacturing Solutions Enable Future
Generations of Advanced Electronics
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Orbotech, a KLA(USA) company, announced two new roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing solutions for flexible printed circuit (FPCs), enabling the
design and mass production of new generations of electronic devices, including 5G smartphones, advanced automotive and medical devices.
Orbotech's innovative roll-to-roll solutions for direct imaging (DI) and UV laser drilling overcome many of the yield, throughput and quality
challenges inherent in flex material manufacturing. Leveraging newly developed and field-proven technologies, the solutions facilitate high
quality, cost-effective mass production of ultra-thin flexible printed circuits that are critical in advanced electronics."Based on the insights gained
from nearly 40 years of working with leading manufacturers around the world, Orbotech has created breakthrough technologies and solutions that
turn designers' dreams into reality," said Yair Alcobi, President of the PCB division at Orbotech. "Orbotech Infinitum and OrbotechApeiron build
on our existing solutions for flex PCB manufacturing to solve the most pressing challenges faced by advanced flex PCB manufacturers."New and
future advanced electronics with their light weight, smaller form factor and higher functionality increasingly employ delicate flex materials. Both
of Orbotech's new solutions optimize the handling of the most delicate flex materials during direct imaging or UV laser drilling. and provide more
flexibility to increase production with options for roll widths of 260mm and up to 520mm.

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Work Smarter With New Updates to Intuit(USA) Professional Tax
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Tax professionals and their clients had a turbulent year. New enhancements to Intuit ProConnect, ProSeries, and Lacerte Tax will work to help clients focus on the future. Featured improvements for tax year 2020 include:
Updates to ProConnect Year 2020: Empowering pros to work smarter
• Get more from imports. Extended import functionality include depreciation and pass-through entity members, and Schedule D dispositions.
• Take control of e-file permission. Select from three levels of user permissions: primary, full-access, and basic.
• Masking and watermarking. ProConnect can mask Social Security numbers in printed forms or PDFs. Plus, prevent confusion by adding a watermark that reads “Do not file.”
• E-file amended returns. Save time transferring data to amended returns with 1040X efile.
• Efficient data entry. Save time entering data by making simple input field calculations. Intuit is updating standardized formats of dates for consistency.
• Load returns faster. This upgrade shows speed improvements for clients with databases of up to 10,000 returns.
• Data automation. Intuit has been hard at work, investing time and resources to make Link work harder. Send batch request templates all at once vs. one by one. And it is easier for clients to upload and import documents all at once. Coming
soon, flag missing data to help create a faster review time.
Updates to ProSeries Tax Year 2020: Helping to focus on clients
• Database replacement. Database enhancements help deliver higher quality and reliability in ProSeries.
• Better filtering options for heightened efficiency. Locate returns faster with column filters and search functionality.
• New for ProSeries Basic: Print Review. Preview a return and select only the pages to print.
• Smarter forms bar. Coming soon. Filter from the forms bar — for example, looking at certain sections within the form.
• ProSeries Tax Idea Exchange. Share ideas and get updates on the status – under review, accepted, or implemented.
Updates to Lacerte Tax Year 2020: Helping save time
• Automatic time tracking by return for all tax types. Make better decisions calculating billing, return on investment, and time allocation. Streamline document collection and collaboration.
• Performance upgrades. Platform enhancements and database upgrades help to ensure higher quality and reliability. Alerts help preparers stay on track.

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