The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced a groundbreaking new Health AI standard, Performance Verification and Validation for Predictive Health AI Solutions (CTA-2135). Launching at CTA's third annual Health AI+ event at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center, the standard ensures predictive health AI tools fulfill their intended purpose, are effective, reliable, and ready for real-world use.

Marcone Servicers Association, a program of North American distributor mSupply, has announced the appointment of Mitch Williams as its newest trainer.

Due to concerns about price hikes stemming from tariffs, 71% of consumers plan to be more selective in their holiday purchases, according to an ICSC survey of over 1,000 consumers released on Tuesday.

TWICE, Residential Systems, and What HiFi? have announced the winners of their annual Best of Show awards at CEDIA Expo 2025. The products were nominated by the manufacturers, and a team of judges was employed to read through the entries and rate the products on a number of criteria, including their value, impact, and how unique it was to the market.
Residential Systems entries were judged through the lens of the residential integrator, while TWICE based theirs on a consumer electronics retail view, and What Hi-Fi? from the home entertainment enthusiast perspective.

Josh.ai is partnering with IC Realtime, making the company's surveillance solutions available for certified Josh.ai dealers. This collaboration will launch IC Realtime's most popular cameras, NVRs, and accessories in the Josh.ai Store.

Canadian audio brand Kanto has announced the launch of its first-ever turntable, the Obi3, a belt-driven deck which blends minimalist aesthetics with an entry-level price tag.