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NIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a leading consumer intelligence company, today announced a new collaboration with Adsquare, a global location intelligence platform, to make NIQ’s GeoPurchase audience segments available within the Adsquare platform for privacy‑safe activation across Europe and North America. The relationship provides advertisers with NIQ‑built GeoPurchase segments informed by industry‑leading CPG purchase insights, enabling more precise planning and targeting across cross‑screen and digital out‑of‑home (DOOH) campaigns.

NIQ’s GeoPurchase audiences are derived from anonymized, local purchase insights that reflect real‑world shopping behaviors across a wide variety of categories and retailers—not lookalike or proxy audiences. Within Adsquare’s platform, these audience segments are enriched by location‑intelligent tools that help advertisers plan and activate programmatic campaigns with precision and efficiency—reaching consumers in the right places and moments while preserving privacy.

Marketers can access hundreds of NIQ GeoPurchase segments across dozens of CPG categories in Adsquare’s OnePlatform, OOH Planner, and existing DSP integrations. Segments will be available in top European markets, Canada, and the United States.

“Our collaboration with Adsquare sets a new benchmark for performance‑driven marketing. By combining NIQ GeoPurchase audiences with Adsquare’s location intelligence, we’re enabling marketers to use real‑world performance signals to make sharper media decisions and drive measurably better outcomes across programmatic and out-of-home campaigns,” said Josh Pisano, GM, Global Media at NIQ.

“As we move further into The Outcomes Era, advertisers are—rightly—demanding to understand the offline impact of their online campaigns. Offering NIQ’s GeoPurchase audience segments within the Adsquare platform gives them access to high‑quality segments grounded in real‑world purchase behavior. Our media agency clients will be able to activate these segments across our extensive network of partners. Together, we’re enabling smarter, more effective advertising decisions for outcome‑driven marketers,” said Maria Botelho, VP Global Partnerships, Adsquare.

About Adsquare:

Adsquare is the location intelligence platform powering programmatic marketing with geo-spatial precision. Founded in 2012, Adsquare enables advertisers to plan, buy, optimise, and validate campaigns across any channel—using 100% consented, SDK-derived location data. Its unified, privacy-first solutions deliver real-world insights and outcomes at scale. Trusted by over 1,800 clients in 26 countries, Adsquare operates globally with headquarters in Berlin.

Learn more at www.adsquare.com.

About NIQ:

NIQ (NYSE: NIQ) is a leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete and trusted understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. By combining an unmatched global data footprint and granular consumer and retail measurement with decades of AI modeling expertise, NIQ builds decision systems that help companies turn complex data into confident action.

With operations in more than 90 countries, NIQ covers approximately 82% of the world’s population and more than $7.4 trillion in global consumer spend. Through cloud-based platforms, advanced analytics and AI-driven insights, NIQ delivers The Full View™—helping brands and retailers understand what consumers buy, why they buy it, and what to do next.

For more information, please visit www.niq.com.

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Vonage, part of Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), announced today that it has earned dual recognition from Frost & Sullivan for its leadership and innovation in Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS). The company has been recognized as Leader in the most recent Frost & Sullivan CPaaS Radar™ and awarded the prestigious APAC CPaaS Company of the Year Recognition.

As a five-time leader in the annual Frost & Sullivan CPaaS Radar, Vonage is recognized for its deep innovation in AI-powered tools, branded calling, and network powered solutions for fraud prevention and detection. Additionally, having earned the CPaaS Company of the Year from Frost & Sullivan for six consecutive years, this award celebrates Vonage’s ability to address new challenges and opportunities, strengthen market leadership, and meet evolving customer needs.

Advancing Security and Customization

Vonage Network APIs, such as location services, silent authentication, SIM swap detection, and quality on demand, offer new ways for enterprises to transform their technology stack and develop next-generation digital strategies. By leveraging these network-powered solutions, enterprises can deliver leapfrog innovation and unlock new levels of operational efficiency through previously untapped network capabilities and intelligence. Developer tools like Bring Your Own AI (BYOAI) connectors and sandbox environments help streamline developer onboarding and speed up time-to-value for new enterprise use cases.

“Vonage’s placement as a Leader on the Frost Radar™ and its recognition as the APAC CPaaS Company of the Year reflect its strengths in delivering technology solutions that serve developers and enterprises across a global client base,” said Krishna Baidya, Senior Industry Director, Frost & Sullivan. “With its deep innovation leadership, robust global execution, and the strategic advantage of being part of Ericsson, Vonage continues to shape the market through programmable mobile network APIs and AI-native intelligence.”

The report also highlights Vonage Video APIs that include AI-enhanced features such as live captions, transcription, translation, and content moderation, enabling secure, tailored solutions for industries including telehealth, education, and retail.

“These recognitions from Frost & Sullivan are a testament to our commitment to deliver scalable, AI-enhanced solutions that meet the evolving needs of enterprises,” said Christophe Van de Weyer, President and Head of Business Unit API, Vonage. “By exposing advanced network capabilities intelligence through network powered solutions – such as location services, silent authentication, and SIM swap detection – our APIs empower developers and enterprises. Our network powered solutions enable greater automation, strengthen security, and drive customer engagement, delivering measurable business outcomes and unlocking new value.”

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About Vonage

Vonage, a part of Ericsson, creates technology that empowers enterprises and equips developers to lead in the next era of digital transformation. Its AI-powered platforms and tools enable new value creation and innovative customer experiences across mobile networks and the cloud.

The company’s technology portfolio includes Network APIs, CPaaS, CCaaS, and UCaaS solutions. Trusted by enterprises across industries and embraced by developers around the world, Vonage is committed to reimagining every digital interaction.

Vonage is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and operates within Ericsson Group Business Area Global Communications Platform (BGCP). For more information visit www.vonage.com and follow @Vonage.

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NoBrokerHood is reflecting a broader shift in urban community living, as platform data indicates increasing adoption of app-first solutions across gated societies. From on-demand services and digital payments to structured communication and in-app marketplaces, residential communities are moving toward more streamlined, technology-led management systems driven by convenience, speed, and transparency.

The urban Indian millennial doesn’t call a plumber. They book one. They don’t walk to the society office for a maintenance receipt. They download it. They don’t argue about parking in a WhatsApp group. They rise and resolve via app. This shift from effort-heavy, people-dependent living to instant, app-first convenience is quietly reshaping how gated communities operate across Indian cities. And platforms like NoBrokerHood are being built precisely around these behaviors.

Fix it now, not tomorrow

Speed of service remains a defining expectation for urban residents. When a tap leaks or a switch stops working, the instinct isn’t to ask neighbours for a contact, it’s to open the app and book a professional. This shift points to a broader transition from fragmented, contact-based service models to structured, on-demand fulfilment systems that mirror the responsiveness seen in other digital services.

The data backs this up. Across service categories, same-day resolution rates are remarkably high- 93% for cleaning requests, 89% for plumbing, 85% for appliance repairs, 84% for carpentry, and 83% for electrical work. Even painting, which by nature requires planning and multiple sessions, sees over 80% of requests addressed on the same day, with the actual work scheduled around the resident’s convenience. The old model of waiting two days for a plumber to show up is being replaced by a system that mirrors the responsiveness millennials are used to from food delivery and ride-hailing apps.

The society marketplace boom

Marketplace activity within residential communities has expanded significantly over the past year. Listings under “Items for Sale” have grown 120% year-on-year, with automobile-related listings increasing by 176%, electronics and appliances by 105%, and furniture by 93%.

The composition of listings reflects evolving consumption patterns within communities. Categories such as children’s furniture, gardening tools, gaming equipment, gym and sports gear, and home furniture indicate life-stage transitions and lifestyle upgrades among residents.

In parallel, property rentals, flatmate searches, and buy/sell listings have become prominent on community boards. Parking-for-sale and parking-for-rent listings have also emerged as one of the most active categories, addressing a persistent operational challenge in residential complexes through structured digital discovery.

Taken together, these trends suggest that residential communities are increasingly functioning as micro-markets, with digital platforms facilitating transactions that were previously informal or inefficient.

Pay in three days, not twenty-five

Payment cycles within housing societies are also becoming more compressed. Approximately 75% of maintenance dues are now settled within the first three days of the month, compared with extended collection timelines under manual systems.

This shift is being driven by the removal of friction in the payment process. Features such as UPI integration, auto-pay options, automated reminders, and access to invoices, NOCs, and payment records have simplified transactions for residents. The entire financial relationship between residents and society is now self-serve.

For housing societies, this has translated into improved cash flow visibility, reduced follow-ups, and lower administrative overhead. The digitisation of financial interactions is effectively standardising processes that were previously dependent on manual coordination.

This concentration of engaged, high-intent users within gated communities hasn’t gone unnoticed by brands either. With thousands of digitally active households transacting, browsing, and engaging on a single platform, community apps have become attractive surfaces for hyper-local brand placements, from home services and appliance brands to insurance and financial products. For residents, the ads are contextually relevant. For brands, the audience is pre-qualified by location, lifestyle, and spending behaviour. What started as a utility platform is quietly becoming a high-value advertising channel.

From WhatsApp chaos to structured participation

Transparency isn’t a feature, it’s the foundation.

Community communication is also becoming more structured with the shift to dedicated digital platforms. Traditional messaging channels often led to fragmented discussions, low visibility of important information, and limited participation.

The introduction of in-app forums, notice boards, and polling mechanisms has resulted in a more than 50% increase in participation in polls and community reviews. Residents are able to engage with information and decisions asynchronously, without the constraints of real-time communication.

For managing committees, this has led to operational efficiencies, including fewer physical meetings, reduced follow-ups, and improved transparency in decision-making. The availability of documented, accessible communication has also contributed to a reduction in disputes arising from information gaps.

The right targeting

The aggregation of digitally active residents within gated communities has also created a targeted channel for brands. Platforms such as NoBrokerHood provide hyperlocal access to residents, families, and homeowners, segments that typically represent high-intent, consumption-ready audiences.

It enables hyperlocal targeting within gated societies, giving companies direct access to high-intent users- residents, families, and homeowners who are active decision-makers.

By bridging digital and physical touchpoints, the platform allows brands to connect with affluent, urban households in a trusted environment. Backed by a network of 25,000+ societies, it combines scale with precision targeting making it a powerful channel for hyperlocal, high-conversion campaigns.

This makes it especially valuable for quick commerce, ecommerce, and D2C brands looking to drive timely and relevant engagement. With contextual and utility-driven ad placements embedded into everyday community interactions, brand messaging feels natural and impactful rather than intrusive.

Commenting on this trend, Amit Agarwal, cofounder and CEO of NoBroker, said, “A home isn’t just a physical space anymore — it’s an interface. The way a family manages their visitors, pays their maintenance, books a service, or connects with their neighbours has fundamentally shifted. NoBrokerHood is now the default layer through which over 30 lakh families run their daily lives — and when average users per flat grows from 1.4 to 1.9, it tells you something important: this is no longer one person managing admin. The whole family is on it.

That’s what makes NoBrokerHood an operating system, not just an app. And for brands that want to reach urban India’s most valuable families — not through a feed they’re scrolling past, but inside the rhythms of their daily home life — that’s a fundamentally different kind of relevance.”

Built for how people already behave

What makes this shift significant is that these platforms aren’t teaching residents new behaviours. They’re mirroring behaviours that millennials already practise everywhere else in their digital lives — ordering food, splitting bills, booking cabs, tracking deliveries. The expectation is simple: if I can do everything else from my phone, why should managing my home be any different? Community living platforms that understand this aren’t just solving operational problems for housing societies. They’re becoming the default operating system for how urban India lives together.

The numbers reflect this momentum. NoBrokerHood now operates across 25,000+ societies, and the average users per flat has grown from 1.4 to 1.9, meaning it’s no longer just one household member managing things on the app. Multiple residents per home are actively engaged, a clear signal that the platform has moved from a nice-to-have to a household default. Community living platforms that understand this aren’t just solving operational problems for housing societies. They’re becoming the default operating system for how urban India lives together.

Himanshu Vashisht, a resident of Mahaveer Ranches which uses NoBrokerHood, says, “Our society has 400+ flats and most residents are young working professionals. They don’t have time to attend meetings or read notice boards. Since we moved to NoBrokerHood, poll participation has increased, maintenance collections happen in the first week, and we barely get parking complaints anymore. The app does what ten committee meetings couldn’t.”

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has become the latest company to take a licence to the patents offered through the recently launched Sisvel Wi-Fi Multimode pool. It joins Sony Group Corporation, Huawei, Panasonic, Philips and ZTE as a licensee of the programme. The latter four are also licensors, along with KPN, Mitsubishi Electric, Orange, Aegis 11 SA (a Sisvel affiliate), SK Telecom and Wilus.

HPE is a major presence in the global WLAN market and is a leading manufacturer of both consumer and enterprise routers. The deal with Sisvel was reached on an amicable basis.

The Sisvel Wi-Fi Multimode pool is the successor programme to the Sisvel Wi-Fi 6 patent pool. Over a three-year period, this closed agreements with nearly 40 companies, including Acer, Netgear, Cisco and HP.

Covering Wi-Fi 7 as well as 6, the Multimode programme offers an efficient way to access essential Wi-Fi rights for years to come.

“We are delighted to welcome Hewlett Packard Enterprise as the latest licensee of the Sisvel Wi-Fi Multimode pool,” says Legal and Licensing Counsel Meagan Leslie, who led the negotiation for Sisvel. “We are grateful to the HPE team for the constructive way in which they engaged with us throughout. It was a tough negotiation but one that produced a positive outcome for all the parties concerned.”

“HPE becoming a Wi-Fi Multimode pool licensee is a major validation for the programme,” says Sisvel Chief IP Officer Heath Hoglund. “That the deal was reached amicably is not only a testament to the professionalism and skill of everyone concerned in the negotiation but also a testament to the value of what the pool offers over an extended timeframe. I am confident that we will be welcoming further licensees in the near future.”

About Sisvel

Sisvel is driven by a belief in the importance of collaboration, ingenuity and efficiency to bridge the needs of patent owners and those who wish to access their technologies. In a complex and constantly evolving marketplace, our guiding principle is to create a level playing field through the development and implementation of flexible, accessible, commercialisation solutions.

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The Startup Policy Forum (SPF), India’s premier startup advocacy and membership organisation, today announced a partnership with the Fintech Premier League (FPL), the cricket tournament that is set to become one of the most beloved traditions of India’s fintech ecosystem.

FPL was the brainchild of Signzy, and its first edition was nothing short of spectacular. It brought together the fintech community not in a boardroom, but on the cricket pitch. Thirty two fintech companies participated in the inaugural edition — including Razorpay, PayU, CRED, PhonePe, Zerodha, Paisabazaar, and more.

Over 86 matches were played, 100+ CXOs and senior leaders were involved, and Zerodha emerged as the national winner. By any measure, it was a landmark moment for the community.

“The first edition of FPL showed us something we always believed, that the fintech ecosystem is more than a professional community, it is a family. When you have 32 companies, 100+ senior leaders, and 86 matches — and the energy only gets better with every game — you know you’ve built something real. Bringing SPF on board as a partner for the 2nd edition is a tremendous boost. SPF’s reach, its convening power, and its deep relationships across the ecosystem mean that FPL can now truly become an industry-wide initiative. We couldn’t think of a better partner to help us take FPL to the next level,” Arpit Ratan, Co-founder, Signzy said.

“SPF exists to bring India’s startup community closer across policy, partnerships, and community. Ecosystems are built in the moments of connection between people building together. Fintech Premier League embodies that spirit perfectly. Nothing creates bonds quite like the game of cricket does. Partnering with FPL for its second edition is a natural fit given our mission of community building. We want to make it bigger, bolder, and more inclusive. A true celebration of making the ecosystem stronger.,” said Shweta Rajpal Kohli, Founder & CEO, Startup Policy Forum.

The announcement was made on the sidelines of the Fintech Baithak, SPF’s closed-door engagement that brings together fintech founders and senior government stakeholders for substantive policy dialogue.

What comes after success? For Virat Kohli, and a new, self-driven India – the answer isn’t just celebration. It’s continuation.

In a bold power-play where Icon meets Icon, Johnnie Walker Luxe Blended Water and Virat Kohli fuel the next era of the Keep Walking spirit – proving that even at the summit, the drive to move to keep evolving never fades.

For over two decades, Keep Walking has stood for progress. Today, that belief redefines for a generation that doesn’t linger at milestones. The mindset has shifted – from chasing success to building beyond it.

At the heart of the campaign is a high-voltage reimagining of “I Was Made for Lovin’ You”… the iconic anthem by KISS, transformed into a modern, hard-hitting track. Retaining the spirit of the original while amplifying its energy, the new version delivers a raw, rebellious edge that turns a global classic into a pulse of relentless drive.

The film moves to that beat. It captures Kohli in motion – playing his instinctive game, embracing the everyday as a father, building new ventures, and continuing to reshape himself on his own terms. Not defined by what he’s achieved, but by what he chooses to do next.

Because for Kohli – and for a generation rewriting the rules – success doesn’t slow you down. It raises the bar.

Speaking about the campaign, Virat Kohli said, “For me, Keep Walking has always been more than a slogan – it’s how I’ve lived. It’s about the grit to define progress on your own terms, away from the noise. Real success isn’t a trophy or a finish line; it’s the internal fire to move beyond the applause. When you’re driven by that kind of energy, the journey itself becomes the win. Every step, every stride – it all counts.”

Varun Koorichh, Vice President Marketing – Portfolio Head, Premium and Luxury, Diageo India, added, “There’s a clear cultural shift underway—young India today isn’t chasing predefined milestones, but carving out paths of their own. This campaign captures that evolving spirit of “Keep Walking” through an iconic coming together of Johnnie Walker Luxe Blended Water and Virat Kohli. Working on this was a great experience. Watching Virat in his element—constantly evolving and pushing his own boundaries—brought a natural ease and energy to the shoot. That instinct to keep moving forward is exactly what this campaign celebrates.”

In a world that celebrates arrival, Johnnie Walker Luxe Blended Water shifts the focus to what comes after. Through Virat Kohli’s journey, the campaign reflects a mindset that keeps building, exploring, and moving forward.

Because success isn’t the finish line. It’s where you begin again.

Keep Walking.

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Ahead of the 2026 WNBA season and in celebration of their partnership with the New York Liberty, Ant International hosted a U.S. event where Leiming Chen, Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer of Ant International, laid out the vision for the intersection of technology and sports to expand the horizon of community action.

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(L-R) Jenner Balagot, Director of Global Affairs and Strategic Development for the Americas of Ant International; Leiming Chen, Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer of Ant International; Fan Li, Head of Responsible Supply Chain, Greater China of Nike; Shana Stephenson, Chief Brand Officer of the New York Liberty

 

Ant International’s Alipay+ entered into a multi-year partnership with the New York Liberty in 2025, becoming the team’s official sponsor and innovation partner for sustainability. The collaboration focuses on three transformative pillars in the community of New York City – community empowerment, environmental sustainability, and youth development.

Aligned with New York Liberty’s impact goals to advocating for underserved communities, Alipay+ shares a similar aspiration to boost local economies through connectivity and inclusivity. As of today, Alipay+, as a unified wallets gateway, has partnered with over 40 mobile payment and banking partners globally, collectively enabled more inclusive and affordable digital payment methods for more than 150 million merchants worldwide, including many of them in the U.S., to reach more than 1.8 billion user accounts in over 70 destination markets. As digital e-wallet and app payments gain popularity in Asian countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines, these digital native users will become key driver for cross-border tourism and payment transactions.

Empowering Communities

In December 2025, Alipay+ joined the Liberty for their Shoe Sorting Day as part of the team’s Season of Giving. Volunteers from Alipay+ and the New York Liberty donated sneakers with handwritten notes for students across New York City.

Winning for New York, Winning for Earth

Alipay+ is championing urban reforestation efforts with the Liberty’s “Threes for Trees” initiative. For every three-pointer the team makes at home during the season, the Liberty will plant a tree in partnership with Alipay+, giving fans and players a way to tangibly contribute to conservation efforts.

Bridging the Divide, Supporting Young Innovators

Alipay+ and the New York Liberty share a commitment to enabling the next generation to thrive with ever-expanding capacities and skills. The program, Math Hoops, leverages the game of basketball and the NBA and WNBA brands to build fundamental math skills through physical and digital basketball-themed board games, curriculum, and community program experiences. This STEM program helps develop students’ algebra readiness prior to entering high school, while strengthening their decision-making skills. By combining the universal language of sports and building digital skills, the partners aim to bridge the digital divide for underprivileged communities and inspire the next generation of leaders.

Ant International, with the mission “to make it easy to do business anywhere, bringing small and beautiful changes to the world”, began its partnership with New York Liberty last year, bringing together New York Liberty’s incredible talent, passion, and teamwork with Ant International’s commitment to sustainability and digital innovation.

“Sustainability is a core value to the New York Liberty, and working with partners like Alipay+ inspires us to infuse sustainability and community engagement into everything we do,” said Shana Stephenson, Chief Brand Officer of the New York Liberty. “We are extremely excited about our partnership for this new season of initiatives, such as our Threes for Trees program.”

“The New York Liberty’s existing environmental initiatives made us natural partners for social impact collaboration,” said Leiming Chen, Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at Ant International. “This partnership enables us to leverage sports as a universal language that transcends culture, religion, and geography to engage the public directly in meaningful social impact programs.”

Chen and Stephenson spoke at Ant International’s U.S. Merchant Forum in San Francisco. The event brought together merchants and partners of Ant International in the Americas to explore new growth avenues in APAC, especially through developing innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and security across mainstream and alternative payment methods.

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Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 6981) (ISIN: JP3914400001) has begun mass production of seven AEC-Q200-qualified multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) that achieve the world’s largest capacitance for a given rated voltage and size*, supporting stable operation of in-vehicle systems and greater design flexibility. Five parts in the GCM series are rated at 2.5-4 Vdc, targeting IC peripheral circuits in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) applications. The remaining two MLCCs are rated at 25 Vdc for in-vehicle power line applications.

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[Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.] Seven automotive MLCCs

 

In recent years, as ADAS and AD technologies advance, the number and performance level of systems installed in vehicles have continued to increase. As a result, demand for higher capacitance low-voltage MLCCs used around ICs has grown to ensure stable operation. In addition, as the number of MLCCs mounted on PCBs increases, space constraints become the critical, limiting factor in design. At the same time, for medium-rated voltage MLCCs used in automotive power lines, there is a rising demand for both miniaturization and higher capacitance to improve power and mounting density. These needs are particularly pronounced in ADAS and AD systems, where IC peripheral circuits and power lines are both subject to significant voltage fluctuations, requiring further increases in capacitance and reductions in component size. Leveraging its proprietary ceramic materials along with particle refinement and uniformity technologies, Murata introduces seven automotive MLCCs that achieve the world’s largest capacitance by rated voltage and size.

For low-rated voltage MLCCs, Murata has expanded its lineup of products with a capacitance of 100 µF or higher, achieving 100 µF in the 1206-inch (3.2 mm × 1.6 mm) size, which was previously available only in the larger 1210-inch (3.2 mm × 2.5 mm) size. This reduces PCB mounting area by approximately 36%. In addition, in the smallest automotive MLCC size of 0201-inch (0.6 mm × 0.3 mm), capacitance has been increased from the typical 1-2.2 µF. For medium-rated voltage MLCCs, Murata has achieved a capacitance of 1 µF in the 0402-inch (1.0 mm × 0.5 mm) size, which was previously realized in the larger 0603-inch (1.6 mm × 0.8 mm), reducing PCB mounting area by approximately 61%.

By combining this product lineup, Murata addresses a wide range of challenges in the automotive market, including higher capacitance requirements around ICs, severe PCB space constraints, and stabilization of power lines, thereby contributing to stable operation of entire systems and greater design flexibility. Furthermore, reducing the number of MLCCs required enables lower PCB material usage and reduced power consumption during manufacturing, helping to lessen the environmental impact.

In the low-voltage lineup, the 2.5 Vdc rated GCM035D70E225ME02 is available in the 0201-inch size (0.6 mm × 0.3 mm), and offers a capacitance of 2.2 µF, achieving the world’s largest capacitance for its rated voltage and size class. The 1206-inch size (3.2 mm × 1.6 mm) GCM31CD70E107ME36 is rated at 2.5 Vdc and provides 100 µF, the world’s highest capacitance in its class. The GCM035D70G225MEC2 is rated at 4 Vdc, available in the 0201-inch size (0.6 mm × 0.3 mm), and delivers 2.2 µF, also the world’s highest capacitance for this category. The GCM31CD70G107ME36 is rated at 4 Vdc, available in the 1206-inch size (3.2 mm × 1.6 mm), and offers 100 µF, achieving the world’s highest capacitance for this rated voltage and size. The GCM32ED70G227MEC4 is rated at 4 Vdc, available in the 1210-inch size (3.2 mm × 2.5 mm), and provides 220 µF, the world’s largest capacitance in this class.

The medium-rated voltage lineup has two part numbers designed for power line applications. The GCM155D71E105KE36 is rated at 25 Vdc, available in the 0402-inch size (1.0 mm × 0.5 mm), and offers 1 µF, achieving the world’s highest capacitance for this rated voltage and size. Also rated at 25 Vdc, the GCM31CC71E226ME36 is available in the 1206-inch size (3.2 mm × 1.6 mm), and provides 22 µF, also the world’s highest capacitance in its class.

Murata has long focused on the development of automotive MLCCs and has delivered a wide range of products that demonstrate excellent performance across applications from IC peripheral circuits to powertrain and safety systems. Going forward, Murata will continue to contribute to higher performance and increased functionality of cars through ongoing product development that responds to evolving market needs.

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About Murata

Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of ceramic-based passive electronic components & solutions, communication modules and power supply modules. Murata is committed to the development of advanced electronic materials and leading edge, multi-functional, high-density modules. The company has employees and manufacturing facilities throughout the world.

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Greendot Biopak Pvt. Ltd., a globally recognised material science company in the sustainable packaging space, is strengthening its focus on 100% bio-based & home compostable aqueous barrier coating and coated paper and paperboard packaging solutions for India and global foodservice markets. The company is deepening its work in this area as brands, converters and foodservice businesses look for alternatives to conventional single-use plastic products and disposables that can better meet evolving performance, sustainability and regulatory requirements.

This growing focus comes as demand rises across food delivery, quick-service restaurants (QSR), food & beverage and packaged food segments for packaging that can meet both performance and sustainability expectations. In India, this shift is being driven by growing scrutiny of single-use materials and increasing interest in compostable, repulpable and food-safe alternatives. Brands are increasingly seeking food-safe, toxin-free and compostable packaging solutions that can meet both performance and regulatory expectations.

Europe’s regulatory direction is adding further momentum. The Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD) has accelerated the move away from paper and board products that use synthetic polymer linings for grease and moisture resistance. At the same time, proposed revisions to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD) seek to ensure that all packaging on the European Union market is reusable or recyclable in an economically viable way by 2030. For Indian exporters, food brands and packaging companies serving international customers, these developments are increasingly shaping material choices and product strategies.

Greendot Biopak’s coating solutions are developed entirely from renewable, bio-based raw materials and are designed to add barrier performance to paper and paperboard substrates. The company has developed a groundbreaking 100% biobased coating used in takeaway boxes, wraps, trays, cups, pouches and other single-use foodservice and packaging applications. The coating solutions are compliant with EN 13432 and IS/ISO 17088 and are designed to support home compostability requirements.

The company’s approach centres on coating chemistry made from naturally occurring, unmodified materials and ingredients such as starch, plant proteins, seaweed extracts, cellulose, waxes, oils and minerals, none of which fall under the SUPD restricted list. Greendot Biopak’s approach replaces the need for conventional barrier materials such as PE, LDPE, PP, PET, PS, EPS, PLA, PBAT, acrylics, oxo-degradable plastics, fluorine-based coatings, and other modified synthetic polymers.

Greendot Biopak’s coated solutions deliver oil and grease resistance in the 14–16 Kit range, heat sealability between 80°C and 160°C, and high repulpability. These properties make them suitable for applications ranging from foodservice packaging to flexible paper-based formats. This performance profile is aimed at addressing a gap in the market, where many existing alternatives still require a compromise between functionality, recyclability and end-of-life outcomes.

“Packaging requirements are changing rapidly, especially in food delivery, QSR and packaged food,” said Rajen Bhagyoday, Founder, Greendot Biopak Pvt. Ltd. “Brands today need solutions that can deliver barrier performance and food safety while staying aligned with the direction of global regulation. Under SUPD, any synthetic polymer that forms a separate layer may come within the scope of restriction, regardless of biodegradability claims. This is why the focus has been on pioneering compostable aqueous barrier coating technologies based on 100% biobased natural, unmodified plant polymers.”

The Indian market is also moving in the same direction. As enforcement around single-use plastics and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) strengthens, plastic-coated solutions used in foodservice and packaging are drawing greater attention, particularly where recyclability and compostability remain unclear. For businesses, the challenge is no longer only replacing plastic, but finding packaging that combines grease resistance, strength, heat sealability and a credible end-of-life pathway.

Under SUPD, paper and paperboard products that contain a synthetic lining for water, oil & grease resistance may be treated as restricted if that layer acts as a plastic component and cannot be easily separated during recycling. By contrast, 100% biobased coating that does form a distinct layer on a substrate provides a superior functional barrier against moisture, water vapor, oil & grease, oxygen, aroma transmission without the banned list of ingredients, but finding packaging that combines WVTR, MVTR, OTR, OGR, Aroma barriers with heat sealability and a credible end-of-life pathway, thus qualifies for exemption. This is creating demand for compostable, repulpable and SUPD-exempt paper-based packaging solutions across both domestic and export-oriented markets.

Greendot Biopak’s solutions are backed by certifications and validations across compostability, food contact and chemical safety. These include EN 13432 and IS/ISO 17088 for compostability, along with food-contact testing and compliance verification by ISEGA. Additional validations include PFAS-free testing and migration testing for food-contact applications.

Building on its early work in water-based barrier chemistry, Greendot Biopak is now scaling its coated paper and paperboard packaging solutions for brands and converters in India and overseas markets seeking compostable, bio-based and SUPD-exempt alternatives to conventional single-use plastic products and disposables.

Global energy technology company SLB (NYSE: SLB) today announced the signing of a strategic collaboration agreement between PETRONAS Suriname E&P B.V. (“PETRONAS Suriname”), a subsidiary of PETRONAS and Subsea Integration Alliance, comprising SLB OneSubsea and Subsea7. This partnership aims to unlock resources in Suriname’s emerging frontier basin through innovative and cost-effective subsea solutions.

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SLB OneSubsea has signed a strategic collaboration agreement between PETRONAS Suriname E&P B.V. (“PETRONAS Suriname”), a subsidiary of PETRONAS and Subsea Integration Alliance, comprising SLB OneSubsea and Subsea7. This partnership aims to unlock resources in Suriname’s emerging frontier basin through innovative and cost-effective subsea solutions.

The agreement establishes a long-term framework for collaboration across the project lifecycle. This approach enables early involvement to co-develop and co-create cost-effective solutions, accelerate field development, and enhance project economics.

“Collaboration and simplification are key to unlocking resources faster,” said Mads Hjelmeland, chief executive officer of SLB OneSubsea. “This agreement strengthens our long-standing relationship with PETRONAS Suriname and enables us to align on shared goals to improve project performance, enhance safety, and deliver sustainable outcomes.”

Under this framework, Subsea Integration Alliance may provide full engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning (EPCIC) solutions for multiple discoveries in Suriname. The scope includes subsea production systems (SPS) as well as subsea umbilical, riser, and flowlines (SURF) components.

Olivier Blaringhem, CEO of Subsea Integration Alliance, said, “This is an exciting and important step for the development of the significant opportunities of PETRONAS Suriname in the country’s frontier basins. The combined deepwater expertise and collaborative, agile approach of Subsea7 and SLB OneSubsea will maximize value as the developments secure vital energy resources in the region.”

Key points

• SLB OneSubsea and Subsea7 have signed a strategic collaboration agreement with PETRONAS Suriname E&P B.V. to accelerate subsea oil and gas developments in Suriname
• The agreement enables early engagement to enhance delivery certainty, improve efficiency, and unlock greater value across the portfolio of PETRONAS Suriname portfolio
• The partnership leverages technology expertise and integrated execution to reduce risk, shorten timelines, and deliver cost-effective subsea solutions

About SLB

SLB (NYSE: SLB) is a global technology company that has driven energy innovation for 100 years. With a global footprint in more than 100 countries and employees representing almost twice as many nationalities, we work each day on innovating oil and gas, delivering digital at scale, decarbonizing industries, and developing and scaling new energy systems that accelerate the energy transition. Find out more at slb.com.

About SLB OneSubsea

SLB OneSubsea is driving a new subsea era leveraging digital and technology innovation to optimize our customers’ oil and gas production, reduce emissions in subsea operations, and unlock the large potential of subsea solutions to shape a sustainable energy future. SLB OneSubsea is a joint venture backed by SLB, Aker Solutions, and Subsea7 headquartered in Oslo and Houston, with 10,000 employees across the world. Find out more at onesubsea.slb.com.

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