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Tahawul Tech
6 days ago
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Redington ReInspire 2025 celebrates 25-years of innovation and access
Landmark event honours partnerships, unveils new leadership, and charts the future of digital enablement across MEA. Redington marked a significant milestone with Redington ReInspire 2025, a grand celebration of its 25-year journey in democratising technology across the Middle East and Africa. Held at La Perle, Dubai, the event gathered Redington's ecosystem of global technology vendors, channel partners, and thought leaders to reflect on past successes and chart a confident path forward. Since its inception, Redington has stood at the intersection of technology access and market transformation. With its purpose of making technology accessible, scalable, and meaningful, the company honoured its collaborators who helped realise this vision. From keynote addresses to dynamic tech side chats, the event was a high-energy showcase of Redington's enduring partnerships with global technology giants and channel partners. The event began with an opening address from V.S. Hariharan, Managing Director and Group CEO of Redington. He spoke about Redington's origin story and how the company has grown from strength to strength over the last 25 years in the region and 30 years globally. Narayanan KV, Head of Omni Channel for Middle East, Saudi Arabia and Africa at HP Inc. paid a tribute to the company's partnership with Redington over the past 25 years. Rachel Lashford, Vice President, Marketing at Canalys spoke about 'The Partner Advantage in AI, Cloud, SaaS & Beyond', sharing deep market insights for the channel partners in the room. Adi Morun, Director – Data & AI Business, CEMA, Microsoft gave interesting takeaways on the topic of Innovation in the Era of AI. And Shadi Shidvash, EMEA Distribution Sales Director, Intel, delivered a talk on ' Intel Inside, Great Partnerships Outside'. Besides the keynote sessions, the event also featured powerful discussions around 'Building Intelligent Ecosystems in a Software-Defined Era' and 'Powering Technology That Matters'. The high-profile panels included technology leaders from AWS, Fortinet, Qlik, Nutanix, HPE Aruba, Intel, and Microsoft, respectively. Redington also recognised long-term channel partners and technology vendors in its Legacy Loyalty Awards session, celebrating its 25 years in the region with its ecosystem. The closing panel unveiled the next generation of Redington leaders, committed to carrying the organisation's legacy into a new era of digital acceleration. With a strong focus on AI, cloud, and ecosystem building, Redington is positioning itself to lead transformation across the region. was proud to serve as a media partner for Redington ReInspire 2025.
Digital Trends
6 days ago
- Business
- Digital Trends
This HP Chromebook is under half-price today — just $190
You should turn your attention towards Chromebook deals if you want to buy a new laptop on a tight budget, and we've found an offer that you won't want to miss. From its original price of $410, the HP Chromebook 14 is down to just $190 for savings of $220 from Walmart. You won't always have the chance to get this device for less than half-price though — in fact, the opportunity may be gone as soon as tomorrow. If you want to take advantage of the discount, you need to buy the Chromebook right now. Why you should buy the HP Chromebook 14 If you're not yet familiar with Chromebooks, they're laptops that are powered by Google's Chrome OS. The operating system, unlike Windows and MacOS, heavily depends on web-based apps instead of installed software, which reduces overhead for quick startups and snappy performance even when the device comes with low-end components. That's why you shouldn't worry that the HP Chromebook 14 is 'only' equipped with the Intel N200 processor and 4GB of RAM — it's going to be able to handle your daily workload just fine with ChromeOS. The HP Chromebook 14 features a 14-inch HD screen for portability, and it comes with built-in storage of 128GB to fit all of the files that you need to be always within reach. The Chromebook also comes with the HP True Vision HD camera that will let you look clear during video calls, as well as USB-A and USB-C ports plus a headphone jack for your accessories and charging purposes. The HP Chromebook 14 actually already provides nice value at its sticker price of $410, so it's a steal at its lowered price of $190 from Walmart after a $220 discount. There's no telling how much time is remaining on this bargain, so you should proceed with your transaction for the HP Chromebook 14 immediately if you want to make sure that you get it for less than half-price. However, if you want to check for affordable offers for its Windows and MacOS counterparts, feel free to take a look at the laptop deals that we've rounded up.
Forbes
6 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Building A $190 Million AI Venture Studio That Works
Investments in AI businesses are skyrocketing. In 2024, funding to AI companies reached over $100 billion, according to Crunchbase data, which showed an increase of 80% year over year from $55.6 billion in 2023. As the market adopts more AI products, venture capital firms are rethinking their early-stage investment strategies, and new venture studios are building frameworks that support not just the technology but also the people behind it. For Warren Packard, partner at AI Fund, the future lies in providing more than funding to early-stage startups building AI-first products. 'We don't wait for ideas to walk through the door,' said Packard in an interview. 'We build them internally and recruit the right entrepreneur at the right moment to lead the company forward.' Founded by AI pioneer Andrew Ng, AI Fund operates as a venture studio developing AI-focused businesses through a hands-on, repeatable model. Earlier this year, the firm closed its $190 million Fund II, which it will use to co-found more than 25 new startups. Packard emphasized the value of speed and depth in the studio approach: 'The studio model enables us to compress the company-building timeline and build stronger foundations from day one.' AI Fund's second fund is backed by a mix of corporate and institutional LPs, including HP Inc., TELUS Ventures, and Sequoia Capital. This reflects the growing interest from corporates in gaining early access to transformative AI technologies while mitigating early-stage risk. 'Our best ideas are often born from conversations with our LPs,' Packard noted. 'We're able to spin up companies that launch with built-in customer demand, proprietary datasets and immediate market relevance.' That structure provides value to limited partners and also mitigates risk, as shared services and playbook-based development create economies of scale not available to traditional angel or seed investors. Packard emphasized the speed and depth of the fund's infrastructure: 'From idea to MVP, we can move in weeks, not quarters. That's because we've already built the tools, the team, and the validation process.' Startups developed at AI Fund leverage foundation models and internal AI scaffolding from inception. This parallels what McKinsey & Company describes as a 'shift from AI experimentation to strategic value realization,' where organizations integrating AI into core product cycles see faster returns and more durable models. The venture studio model introduces a different equity structure than traditional VC. AI Fund takes an early ownership stake in exchange for operational support, talent infrastructure, and capital at formation. 'We are not just advisors. We're building alongside the founders,' Packard said. This co-founder dynamic results in alignment. Founders join with clear expectations, and LPs gain exposure to companies with already-in-place institutional processes. Packard was unequivocal about the fund's values: 'We are very much focused on companies that move humanity forward. We don't want to create ventures that make it easier for people to do harm.' That principle is embedded in how the fund evaluates ideas. Ethical constraints are built into our validation stage. 'We're not just looking at the technical feasibility, we're asking if this should exist,' he said. A recent Edelman Trust Barometer found that 60% of employees value ethical commitments in their workplaces and use those values as a deciding factor in employment or investment decisions. That mirrors a growing trend in venture and private equity toward values-aligned investing, particularly in sensitive sectors like AI. AI Fund offers a proven case study for venture capital, corporate venture capital and innovation firms exploring whether to build internal studios, partner with external ones, or form hybrid innovation arms. It provides an unfair advantage to help the studio startups thrive. 'The combination of AI expertise, operational infrastructure, and repeatable methodology allows us to launch multiple companies a year with real market fit and founder readiness,' Packard said. With over 30 exits to his name, he sees the studio not as a trend, but as a core innovation lever. 'AI is here for the long run. The best way to build responsibly and effectively is to start at the idea stage, not wait for disruption to come to you.'
Zawya
12-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
HP Dimension with Google Beam takes virtual collaboration to the next level at InfoComm 2025
News Highlights: HP Dimension with Google Beam is a first-of-its-kind, 3D video communication solution designed to bring true-to-life virtual collaboration to the enterprise The new HP Poly Studio A2 Audio Bridge and Table Microphone solutions are purpose-built to deliver enhanced audio for rooms of every size, including environments with HP Dimension with Google Beam HP Poly will be showcasing its suite of next-generation audio and video unified communications solutions designed for the future of work at InfoComm 2025 Dubia, UAE — Today at InfoComm 2025, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) unveiled HP Dimension with Google Beam (formerly Project Starline), an AI-powered, true-to-life 3D video communications solution designed to take virtual collaboration to the next level. HP Dimension with Google Beam delivers a deeply immersive experience that replicates the feeling of being in-person, with no headsets, glasses, or wearables required. Developed in partnership with Google, HP Dimension with Google Beam is designed to transform the future of workplace communications by combining breakthrough 3D imaging, natural eye contact, spatial audio, and adaptive lighting into an elegant solution for small meeting spaces. Taking Virtual Collaboration to the Next Dimension As organizations with distributed workforces embrace the new world of work, a critical gap has emerged between virtual and in-person communication. While video conferencing tools have enabled teams to stay in touch across time zones, they often fall short in replicating the in-person experience. Today, 73% of knowledge workers say they want to feel more connected to their coworkers. HP Dimension with Google Beam is designed to establish deeper, more meaningful connections. It uses six cameras and state of the art AI to create a true-to-life 3D video of each participant, displayed on a special light field display with realistic size, depth, color, and eye contact. Testing, has shown a measurable impact compared to traditional video calls, with participants who used the solution for meetings reporting: A 28% increase in memory recall Up to 39% more non-verbal behaviors displayed At least 14% increase in focus on the meeting partner These findings translate to faster alignment, more meaningful exchanges, and better business outcomes based on the authenticity of each interaction. HP Dimension with Google Beam brings depth, clarity, empathy, and subtlety to virtual meetings to help redefine collaboration and bring people together, no matter how far apart they are. HP Dimension with Google Beam will provide a native Zoom Rooms or Google Meet experience and support three functions: 3D immersive one-on-one communications, 2D traditional group meetings, and meeting interoperability with cloud-based video services such as Teams and Webex. HP Dimension with Google Beam is Designed for the Future of Work HP Dimension with Google Beam represents the culmination of HP's ongoing investment in innovation to create a culture with more immersive and authentic collaboration experiences designed for the Future of Work. HP and Google are taking this technology into the enterprise, to deliver deeper, more authentic human connection and communication. "We believe that meaningful collaboration thrives on authentic human connections, which is why we partnered with Google to bring HP Dimension with Google Beam out of the lab and into the enterprise,' said Helen Sheirbon, SVP and President of Hybrid Systems, HP Inc. 'HP Dimension with Google Beam bridges the gap between the virtual and physical worlds to create lifelike virtual communication experiences that brings us closer together." 'HP Dimension with Google Beam needs to be seen to be believed – making it feel as though you are in the same room, even when you are miles apart,' said Andrew Nartker, General Manager of Google Beam, Google. 'We are excited to bring distributed teams together in a way that feels just like meeting in person, and HP is a perfect partner for this.' HP Poly Studio A2 Audio Solutions: Precision Audio for Modern Collaboration HP Poly Studio A2 Audio Solutions are purpose-built to deliver next-generation audio and more immersive meeting experiences with simplified deployment. Designed for seamless integration with the latest generation Poly Studio video solutions, the HP Poly Studio A2 system enables plug-and-play scalability in rooms of all sizes, and delivers clear, rich audio pickup so even participants that are farthest away in large meeting spaces are always heard clearly. The HP Poly Studio A2 Table Microphone features crystal-clear audio pickup, daisy-chain scalability for up to eight microphones, and clean cable management within a discreet, magnetic mount. The system offers premium performance at a fraction of the cost of traditional pro-AV installations. The microphones connect to the HP Poly Studio A2 Audio Bridge, which enables simple scalability[vii] and high-fidelity audio for up to 32 synchronized input channels (up to 8 table microphones total, each one with four microphones). Seamlessly connect to any next-gen Poly Studio video system over a single Ethernet cable, which unlocks the full power of advanced audio intelligence with NoiseBlockAI technology for enhanced communication. HP Poly will be showcasing its comprehensive suite of audio and video collaboration solutions designed for the future of work during InfoComm 2025 at the HP Poly booth #3742. About HP HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) is a global technology leader and creator of solutions that enable people to bring their ideas to life and connect to the things that matter most. Operating in more than 170 countries, HP delivers a wide range of innovative and sustainable devices, services and subscriptions for personal computing, printing, 3D printing, hybrid work, gaming, and more.
TECHx
12-06-2025
- Business
- TECHx
HP Reveals HP Dimension With Google Beam at InfoComm
Home » Emerging technologies » Artificial Intelligence » HP Reveals HP Dimension With Google Beam at InfoComm At InfoComm 2025, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) announced HP Dimension with Google Beam, previously known as Project Starline. The new product is an AI-powered 3D video communication solution designed to enhance virtual collaboration. HP Dimension delivers a realistic, in-person meeting experience. It requires no headsets, glasses, or wearables. Developed in partnership with Google, the solution is built for small meeting spaces. HP Dimension with Google Beam combines: A 3D light field display Adaptive lighting and spatial audio Six-camera capture and AI technology The company reported that the system enables natural eye contact, lifelike visuals, and true depth perception. This creates a deeply immersive meeting experience that feels like being physically present. HP stated that 73% of knowledge workers seek stronger connections with coworkers. To address this, HP Dimension uses AI and six cameras to generate real-time 3D video. The display shows participants with realistic size, depth, and color. Testing revealed several benefits: 28% improvement in memory recall Up to 39% more non-verbal behaviors 14% increase in focus on the meeting partner According to HP, these improvements help teams align faster and communicate more meaningfully. The result is better outcomes through authentic interaction. The device supports Zoom Rooms, Google Meet, and cloud-based video services like Teams and Webex. It offers 3D immersive one-on-one communication, 2D group meetings, and meeting interoperability. HP described the system as a step toward the future of work. The goal is to create more immersive and authentic collaboration experiences. Helen Sheirbon, SVP and President of Hybrid Systems at HP, said the solution bridges the gap between virtual and physical communication. She emphasized the importance of authentic human connections. Andrew Nartker, General Manager of Google Beam, said the experience makes users feel as if they are in the same room, despite physical distance. Additionally, HP introduced the HP Poly Studio A2 Audio Solutions. These are designed for professional-grade audio in meeting spaces. The system enables plug-and-play setup and seamless scalability. The HP Poly Studio A2 includes: Table microphones with daisy-chain scalability Clean cable management and magnetic mounts A central Audio Bridge with up to 32 input channels The microphones use NoiseBlockAI for enhanced clarity. HP confirmed the system works with the latest Poly Studio video solutions via a single Ethernet cable. HP Poly will showcase these solutions at booth #3742 during InfoComm 2025.
