ISE will commemorate its 20th anniversary by sponsoring a projection mapping project on the facade of a building in Barcelona designed by Antoni Gaudí. Casa Batlló – which was mapped by Refik Anadol in 2022 and 2023 – will be transformed into a digital canvas by artist, Sofia Crespo. Structures…
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Cancún integrator installs NEXO in more than 100 venues
One of Mexico’s leading sound, lighting and AV specialist has designed and installed more than 100 NEXO systems in bars, restaurants, hotels, superyachts and homes around the country. Oncue, which is based in Cancún, has established a reputation among hospitality venue operators for providing systems that exceed what is typically…
Northamber achieves Direct Distributor status with Yealink
Yealink has elevated Northamber to Direct Distributor status. As a Direct Distributor, the UK-based provider of AV, UC&C and IT solutions and services will gain access to an enhanced level of training, marketing support and technical assistance from Yealink. Yealink offers a comprehensive portfolio of UC&C solutions including IP phones,…
World’s tallest moving statue to be covered in LEDs at mall
The world's tallest moving statue is set to open at a major shopping mall in the US, with a skin covered in custom-created LEDs. The Giant Company Attractions Limited, based in Dublin, Ireland and the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey have announced plans to launch the project…
Blackmagic Pocket camera modification creates controversy
A high-profile modification of the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K has run into controversy. The Nexus G1 project, by Brisbane-based Thomas Boland, is a modular box form-factor cinema camera built around the sensor and main electronics of the Blackmagic product. But a high-quality video about the Nexus G1 and expensive…
Xyte secures $30m funding for hardware as a service model
Xyte, developer of "the first all-in-one servitisation platform for device and hardware manufacturers", has announced a $30 million investment round. The investment includes $20m in Series A funding led by Intel Capital, with participation from Samsung Next and existing investors S Capital and Mindset Ventures, as well as $10m in…
George Michael could return to stage as ‘HoloWham’
George Michael could return to the stage as a hologram next year – almost a decade after his death. Accounts filed by the former Wham! star's company, Nobby's Hobbies Holdings, at Companies House indicate that the estate has plans to branch out into live events. The publicly available documents says:…
Europe’s first LED dome to be star of Prague Planetarium
Cosm, a global technology company that builds end-to-end solutions for immersive experiences, is to create Europe’s first LED dome. Prague Planetarium, in the Czech Republic, has selected Cosm’s LED CX System for the renovation of its projection dome. The revamped 22m dome will have an 8K+ resolution and comprise more…
Ingram Micro to distribute Promethean’s range in Britain
Global EdTech company Promethean has appointed Ingram Micro to distribute its ActivPanel range of interactive flat panel displays (IFPDs) in Great Britain. The company will work alongside incumbent distributor, Midwich, to offer Promethean's partners increased flexibility and choice Ingram Micro will stock the full Promethean range, with product available for…
Register now for Media Production & Technology Show
Registration has opened for this year's Media Production & Technology Show (MPTS). MPTS, which will take place at Olympia London's Grand Hall from 15-16 May, invites professionals from across Europe to explore the latest technologies and hottest trends in production, audio, remote production, lighting, sports broadcasting and virtual production. Last…