Maxhub has signed a deal for Dynamic CCTV to distribute its range of smart workplace solutions in the UK. The provider of interactive display and unified communication solutions for businesses – which is based in China and is part of CVTE Group – began expanding into Europe in 20121. Maxhub’s…
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Midwich Group buys custom install supplier Pulse Cinemas
Midwich Group has bolstered its offering in the custom install market with the purchase of Pulse Cinemas. The Essex-based company, which was founded in 2003, specialises in the distribution of home cinema equipment. Pulse Cinemas existing leadership team of managing director Mike Beatty and chief operating officer Kapes Patel will…
ATG Danmon to promote integration services at IBC2023
ATG Danmon will promote its comprehensive range of systems integration services at IBC2023. These include pre-project consultancy, system design and structural layout, installation, workflow configuration, testing and commissioning, documentation, training and lifetime support. The company has undertaken some high-profile projects over the past year. Head of sales Paul Shonfeld says:…
Starin to distribute Origin Acoustics’ new pro AV brand
Architectural audio manufacturer Origin Acoustics has launched a brand dedicated to the pro AV market. The Origin Pro range, which will be exclusively distributed by US-based Starin, comprises in-ceiling, surface-mount and pendant speakers in 5", 6" and 8" models. An 8" subwoofer is available in pendant and in-ceiling form factors.…
Solstice AV signs distribution deal with espresso Displays
Solstice AV has been named sole UK distributor for espresso Displays' range of monitors. The Australian technology innovator launched its first product – the "world's thinnest portable monitor" – in 2019. It develops interactive portable display technology that combines premium hardware design, seamless software integrations and precise touchscreen features. Peter…
Major immersive art exhibition firm files for bankruptcy
The Canadian company behind immersive exhibitions dedicated to artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Frida Kahlo and Claude Monet has filed for bankruptcy. Toronto-based Lighthouse Immersive has filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy in Delaware, along with its affiliates. The filing protects the company’s assets in the US, while insolvency proceedings take place…
Kindermann wins in court over Barco ‘patent infringement’
The court of appeal in the Netherlands has ruled that Kindermann did not infringe upon Barco's asserted patent with its Klick&Show collaboration solution. The Dutch court of first instance rejected the accusation of patent infringement in 2021, although the patent was assumed to be legally valid. Barco appealed but the…
‘Holographic’ AI personal trainer raises £2m to fund growth
MAGIC AI, the UK’s first AI personal trainer, has secured a £2m investment to fuel its expansion plans. The investment has been led by London-based Fasanara Capital and supported by SFC Capital and several angel investors, including Sir Richard Branson and Signal AI co-founder Miguel Martinez. MAGIC employs 'holographic' technology…
PSCo adds Barco projectors to UK rental-ready portfolio
Trade-only display and video specialist PSCo has introduced Barco projectors to its portfolio. PSCo added Barco's Event Master image processing solutions to its range last year, and the move into DLP projection technology expands the array of technologies available to rental partners. PSCo has introduced the UDM-4K30 3-chip DLP, which is…
Cyviz to upgrade immersive suite at Microsoft tech centre
Cyviz has won a contract to upgrade a Microsoft Technology Center at Microsoft’s headquarters in the Netherlands. A revamped HoloSuite experience centre will allow customers to explore Microsoft technologies and solutions including Teams, Surface and HoloLens in a 360° fully immersive experience. Cyviz chief executive Espen Gylvik said: “Cyviz has a…