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Business Upturn
10 hours ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
IvoryLab fast-tracks development with support from the Telnyx AI Accelerator
AUSTIN, TX, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Telnyx, a leading provider of voice, messaging, and connectivity solutions for AI-powered communications, today shared that Poland-based startup IvoryLab has significantly advanced the development of its AI voice automation platform through the Telnyx AI Accelerator . The program, which provides up to $20,000 in credits, technical enablement, and priority support, empowered the IvoryLab team to move from MVP to production-ready with speed and confidence. IvoryLab is building a scalable voice automation platform that helps businesses handle both inbound and outbound customer calls using AI-powered voice assistants. The platform supports use cases across hospitality, real estate, health and wellness, and food delivery, with functionality ranging from customer service to outbound lead qualification. As a small team with a big roadmap, removing cost constraints allowed IvoryLab to experiment, break things, and refine their platform without hesitation. Marcel Karpiak, co-founder of IvoryLab, shared, 'The Accelerator will definitely help us to build a product which is the closest to perfection…Now we can test freely and not worry about the cost as much.' The IvoryLab platform is built on Telnyx APIs and infrastructure, enabling rapid prototyping and seamless call orchestration. The team commented on Telny's intuitive yet powerful developer experience—designed to support both fast iteration and long-term scalability. 'We really like the Telnyx interface. Everything is super intuitive,' said Karpiak. He also noted that while other tools felt overly simplified, Telnyx struck the right balance between usability and professional-grade depth. IvoryLab dove head first into Telnyx AI assistants , and since joining the program, they have: Created 11 AI assistants Conducted 464 conversations Logged 745 minutes (12.5 hours) of conversation usage With potential STT integrations that better support Polish, the company anticipates these figures to triple. 'The Accelerator enabled us to move from MVP to a production grade AI solution faster,' said Adrian Marcinkowski, founder of IvoryLab. The partnership with the Telnyx AI Accelerator has helped them think bigger and build more confidently. 'We designed the AI Accelerator to help teams like IvoryLab iterate quickly and get real products into users' hands,' said Ian Reither, COO at Telnyx. 'It's been exciting to watch their progress, and we're looking forward to seeing other emerging use cases across the Accelerator portfolio.' IvoryLab plans to launch its platform commercially within the next few weeks, targeting subscription-based deployments across Europe. ABOUT TELNYX Telnyx is a global connectivity platform that provides carrier-grade voice, messaging, and real-time communication APIs to developers and enterprises. As the infrastructure layer for AI-powered communication, Telnyx helps businesses build and scale next-generation experiences—from AI voice assistants to global contact centers. Learn more at . Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Straits Times
12 hours ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Boulter battles past Kartal to keep Nottingham hat-trick bid alive
Tennis - Nottingham Open - Nottingham Tennis Centre, Nottingham, Britain - June 19, 2025 Britain's Katie Boulter reacts during her round of 16 match against Britain's Sonay Kartal Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers REUTERS Tennis - Nottingham Open - Nottingham Tennis Centre, Nottingham, Britain - June 19, 2025 Britain's Katie Boulter reacts during her round of 16 match against Britain's Sonay Kartal Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers REUTERS Tennis - Nottingham Open - Nottingham Tennis Centre, Nottingham, Britain - June 19, 2025 Britain's Katie Boulter reacts during her round of 16 match against Britain's Sonay Kartal Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers REUTERS NOTTINGHAM, England - Two-times defending champion Katie Boulter was given a real scare before battling past fellow Briton Sonay Kartal 6-4 1-6 7-5 to reach the Nottingham Open quarter-finals on Thursday. Boulter was pushed all the way by Kartal, who held a 4-2 lead in the decider, but the champion roared back to extend her winning run in the competition to 12 matches despite struggling in the heat. "I have so much respect for Sonay, she is such a tough competitor and I also know she's never going to give me anything at any point," Boulter said. "I know she's going to surpass me at some point, she's got the game for it, she's got the head for it. I'm going to have to face that fact. "But at the very end I just wanted to grit my teeth as hard as I possibly could and get myself over the line. I have such great vibes here but the heat was killing me today. "I am definitely proper British because I can't handle the heat at all." Boulter will face McCartney Kessler next after the American defeated China's Zhu Lin 6-1 6-4, and is the only British player left in the competition after Mingge Xu lost 7-5 6-1 to Polish sixth seed Magda Linette. Linette now meets Danish second seed Clara Tauson, who advanced after a 6-4 6-4 win over Russian Anna Blinkova. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Muscat Daily
12 hours ago
- Health
- Muscat Daily
Groundbreaking Cold Plasma technology introduced in Oman
Muscat — A major leap in advanced wound care and infection management was marked this week with the official launch of the Neoplas Argon Jet Cold Plasma device in Oman. The CE MDR-approved German technology was introduced by Alfarsi National Enterprises following successful clinical evaluations at Khoula Hospital and Oman International Hospital. To commemorate the launch, a high-profile medical symposium was held in Muscat, drawing the participation of over 150 doctors and healthcare professionals from across the country. The event brought together leading experts from Europe and Oman for a full day of scientific exchange, practical insight, and a live demonstration of the device. The Neoplas Argon Jet utilizes cold atmospheric argon plasma to accelerate wound healing, stimulate tissue regeneration, and inactivate pathogens — without pain or other side effects. Its use in treating diabetic foot ulcers, chronic wounds, dermatological lesions, and post-surgical infections has already shown remarkable results in clinical settings. 'This is more than a product launch; it's the beginning of a new chapter in how we approach wound care in Oman,' said Saju George, Managing Director of Alfarsi National Enterprises. 'The clinical success at top hospitals and the overwhelming interest from the medical community show just how timely and impactful this technology is.' The Neoplas Argon Jet is the result of years of rigorous scientific collaboration involving neoplas med GmbH, the Leibniz Institute for Plasma Science and Technology (INP), University Medical Center Greifswald, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, and various research and industrial partners across Europe. The symposium featured renowned speakers including Dr. Christian Seebauer, a pioneer in plasma-based wound care from Germany; Dr. Aleksandra Szlachcic, a Polish dermatologist with years of clinical experience in scar and dermatological treatments; and Prof. Dr. Ralf Lobmann, a leading diabetologist specializing in diabetic foot ulcers. Dr. Klaus Ruhnau, COO of Neoplas Med GmbH, also addressed the audience, highlighting the global momentum behind cold plasma therapy. 'This symposium brought science, practice, and future potential together in one place,' said Dr. Ruhnau. 'We were thrilled to see the level of engagement and curiosity from Oman's medical professionals.' Throughout the day, attendees explored the underlying science of cold plasma, its medical and economic impact, and its potential to transform the treatment of complex wounds. Sessions highlighted growing global evidence for PlasmaJet technology and its applications in dermatology and infection control. The event also featured a live demonstration and hands-on experience, allowing participants to observe and practice using the system in a simulated clinical environment. With its robust scientific backing, and growing international recognition, the Neoplas Argon Jet is now available in Oman — offering a safe, effective, and non-antibiotic treatment solution for some of the most challenging wound care cases in modern medicine.
Business Times
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Business Times
Flaming yakitori at Firebird by Suetomi
NEW RESTAURANT Firebird by Suetomi #01-05 Mondrian Singapore 83 Neil Road Singapore 089813 Tel: 9776 2476 Open for dinner only Tues to Sun: 5 pm to 11 pm THERE are two ways to experience Firebird by Suetomi – as a stickler for Japanese chicken-only yakitori, or one who thinks that so long as it has feathers and thighs, chicken is chicken, no matter where they hatched. Naturally, the second will be happier at this new import of a Tokyo eatery that reputedly has a one-year waitlist. The first will just quibble about the chicken's pedigree, the absence of gentle embers infusing a hint of smokiness into the meat, and the unsubtle bonfire that engulfs tiny skewered morsels and sends pungent fumes through the fibres of your clothing. Imagine a yakitori chef getting retrenched – him and his hibachi replaced by a flame-loving robatakayi guy with Etxebarri ambitions. That sums up Firebird, named for its show-stopping, multi-level wood-burning fireplace that seems like an overly dramatic way to cook chicken on a stick. But that's what made the original Makitori Shinkobe stand out among the other yakitori joints in Tokyo, and now in Singapore, where the admission price of this show is a cool S$188 for its chicken omakase. A NEWSLETTER FOR YOU Friday, 2 pm Lifestyle Our picks of the latest dining, travel and leisure options to treat yourself. Sign Up Sign Up Check tradition at the door and just go with the flow at this cosy, fire-facing counter set up at the Mondrian, where Firebird takes over the space vacated by the short-lived Spanish restaurant Noa by Olivia. Try not to get seated in the corner on the left, or you'll spend the evening dodging servers constantly passing you to get into the kitchen. Grilled chicken thigh. PHOTO: FIREBIRD BY SUETOMI The menu is straightforward – different parts of chicken fired up by affable chefs and served, alternating with side dishes to break the monotony. After a little bowl of chicken consomme, we get our first skewer of chicken thigh – juicy and well cooked on the outside but still a little red inside, thanks to uneven flame cooking. The Polish oak used for the fire does its magic on the little box of cold water spinach that comes next – with an intense smokiness that can't get any better if you wrapped up the burning wood chips and inhaled it. There's also a cold corn mousse topped with clear jelly to cool you off. Very sweet corn kernels are there for texture. A juicy skewer of chicken neck or seseri. PHOTO: FIREBIRD BY SUETOMI Chicken neck is one of the highlights, with much of the oil released and leaving some crisp fat and marbled meat that's bouncy with a good bite. It's followed up by smooth chawanmushi, topped with fresh sakura ebi and crunchy green beans. Chicken breast with harissa or spicy red-pepper relish. PHOTO: FIREBIRD BY SUETOMI The rest of it is fairly predictable – dryish breast meat topped with a red pepper relish and chicken thigh again, but topped with leeks. This time it's overcooked and dry. Anything with fat and skin works best, like crispy-skinned chicken wings, as well as offal-like chunky-chewy hearts. Chawanmushi with sakura ebi. PHOTO: FIREBIRD BY SUETOMI The chicken itself doesn't have much flavour to speak of, and it's not Firebird's fault. Unlike in Japan, where chickens can taste different from prefecture to prefecture, here it's like chicken you eat at home – just more professionally cooked. You can't help thinking that those French-breed, Malaysian-raised chickens may be good when they're brined and roasted, but they don't stand up to scrutiny, especially when the focus is on pure, clean flavour. Plus at S$188, it's pretty pricey for just, well, chicken. Claypot rice with marinated egg yolk. PHOTO: FIREBIRD BY SUETOMI While the yakitori itself doesn't spark joy, the main dish – claypot rice – does. Chicken mince is wok-fried over the flames and mixed with rice cooked in a donabe. Try it on its own first, and enjoy the savoury smokiness. We prefer it this way, but the chefs ply you with other condiments to jazz it up. First, there's a ginger sauce that gives it a Hainanese chicken rice vibe. To make it even more elaborate, the rice gets a shower of crispy tempura batter-like bits, and a marinated egg yolk to mix into the rice for a creamy, velvety sheen. Try not to polish it all off so that they can shape the leftovers into onigiri for you to bring home. To end off, dive into a scoop of cherrywood-smoked vanilla ice cream, paired with cold lapsang souchong tea. Firebird by Suetomi is visually fun and has novelty on its side, but it doesn't really lift the yakitori experience per se. The chefs do what they can with the quality of the meat they can get – although their skill at achieving super-crisp chicken skin is the true X-factor. If that's the reason for the year-long waitlist in Tokyo, coupled with their homegrown poultry, we can understand. Here, it helps, but it will take more than that for us to join any waitlist. Rating: 6
See - Sada Elbalad
19 hours ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
EU Considers Raising Entry Fees for Tourists from 61 Countries
Israa Farhan The European Union is reportedly weighing the introduction of increased entry fees for travelers from 61 non-EU countries, in a bid to help repay a €350 billion recovery loan issued in 2021 to counter the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The move, detailed in a report by Politico Europe, could have wide-reaching implications for millions of visitors, particularly British tourists. According to an internal memo seen by Politico, the rotating Polish presidency of the EU Council noted there is a possibility of a gradual increase in fees, which could enhance long-term revenue generation. This potential rise in costs comes on the heels of plans to implement the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) starting in the final quarter of 2026. ETIAS will apply to visitors from 61 visa-exempt countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan. Under current plans, travelers will be required to pay a €7 fee for entry authorization valid for three years. However, in light of inflation since the €7 fee was established in 2018, the European Commission has confirmed it is reviewing a possible fee adjustment. A spokesperson told Politico that a revision is under consideration to reflect the changing economic climate. If introduced, the updated fees would be a significant burden for British travelers, already facing lengthier passport checks and post-Brexit entry requirements into the Schengen Area. Any increase could also strain the recently improving relationship between London and Brussels, which has seen steps toward easing border formalities for UK nationals. Although the entry fee hike is projected to generate less than €1 billion per year—a small fraction of the EU's projected €25 to €30 billion in annual debt repayments beginning in 2028—it remains a symbolic measure demonstrating the bloc's efforts to seek alternative revenue streams. In addition to the tourist fee increase, EU officials are also exploring a €6 import charge on small parcels shipped by Chinese e-commerce giants such as Shein and Temu. This proposal has received backing from EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič, according to another internal Commission document. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean News 3 Killed in Shooting Attack in Thailand
