October 28, 2024 | Volume: 20 | Issue 20

rAVe EMEA Edition

Hello, everyone! In this most recent newsletter, Bob Snyder writes about Meta’s Movie Gen. While this is not the first text-to-video AI, it is one of the most advanced at this moment. Gary Kayye often reminds me that this is the most exciting time to be alive in terms of technological advancements and what science can do. And you know what? He might be right. Read Bob Snyder’s full column here.

While you’re here, don’t forget to also read David Danto’s latest on the rift between CEOs and employees when it comes to returning to office and Gary Kayye’s thoughts on AI transcription/translation start-up Gladia.

Enjoy!

Steph Beckett
Managing Editor, rAVe [PUBS]

COLUMNS

Here’s the Latest From the Blogsquad.

Movie Time for Meta [Bob Snyder]

We’ve all been impressed by the very first text-to-video AI, with how AI can now use simple text inputs to transform our imaginations into a unique video. Now Meta’s Movie Gen moves the needle forward […]

The Battle for Hybrid Work and the Future of Workspaces: CEOs vs. Employees [David Danto]

If you’ve been watching corporate America lately, you might think hybrid work is on the brink of extinction. While hybrid work isn’t actually disappearing, many […]

Real-Time AI-Based Translation/Transcription Coming to AV via Start-Up Gladia; Expect Acquisition [Gary Kayye]

Gladia, an AI transcription and audio intelligence provider, has completed a $16 million Series A funding round. The company will use the funding to develop […]

PRODUCT NEWS

What You Need to Know.

tvONE Delivers Its CALICO PRO Video Server for Every Digital Canvasing Application

Shure Sets New Bar for Wireless In-Ear Monitoring Solutions at Live Events with Axient Digital PSM

Shure announced Axient Digital PSM, its first digital wireless in ear monitoring solution that “exceeds […]

Cisco Intros Ceiling Mic Array, Apple Vision Pro-Based Meetings and Simplified Deployment

Today at WebexOne, Cisco unveiled new AI-based solutions for UCC including Cisco Spatial Meetings, Ceiling Microphone Pro, a new Cisco AI Assistant for Webex […]

Leon Debuts Edge Flex Frame

Extron ShareLink Pro 2500 Can Wirelessly Share 4K to Two Screens Simultaneously from Four Inputs

Extron just introduced the ShareLink Pro 2500, its first 4K Dual Screen Wireless Presentation System […]

i-Pro Intros Weatherproof Edge-AI PTZ Cameras for Security and Events with FIPS 140-2 level 3 Compliance

i-PRO (formerly Panasonic Security) announced the addition of 19 new models to its Aero PTZ camera line featuring more durability and edge AI processing. Built […]

Holoconnects Debuts Hologrid; Touch-Enabled Modular Holograms

INDUSTRY NEWS

Here’s What You Missed.

Acuity Buys QSC and Q-SYS for $1.2 Billion

QSC, LLC reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by Acuity Brands, Inc (“Acuity”). QSC will become a part of Acuity’s Intelligent Spaces Group to execute […]

Jabra Study Details Use of AI in Workplace — So Far …

Jabra released a new study, “Great ExpectAItions — Work in the Age of AI,” which reveals that while many business decision-makers (84%) express high levels of […]

Xyte, developer of the first all-in-one cloud platform for device manufacturers and system integrators, announces the AV Cloud Summit, an event designed […]

Fourth ePaper Manufacturer Enters the Market; Praevar Corporation

Praevar Corporation announced a line of ePosters featuring a 32-inch E Ink Spectra 6 display. Its ePaper digital signage solution is engineered for indoor advertising […]

New AES70-2024 Release Includes OCP.1 Protocol

The OCA Alliance announced the availability of the latest revision of the standard, AES70-2024, which introduces several additions. Along with new classes, the […]

JetBuilt Names Members of Its Vendor Advisory Council

Jetbuilt announced the formation of its Vendor Advisory Council. This group of advisors, composed of influential figures from industry-leading manufacturers […]

WORLDWIDE NEWS WATCH

Here’s What’s Happening Globally.

Delta CEO to Deliver CES Keynote at The Sphere on the MainStage!

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) welcomes back Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta, as a keynote speaker for CES 2025. On stage at Sphere, the next-generation […]

CASE STUDIES

Real World Examples.

How They Pulled Off the Luciano Seductive Tour’s Amazing AV

Luciano is one of the most successful German rappers – with over 7 million monthly listeners on Spotify, he was the most-streamed German-speaking artist in […]

Cardiff University Uses Visionary AV-over-IP Tech

Cardiff University is a leading public research university located in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, United Kingdom. Founded in 1883, Cardiff University is renowned for its academic excellence, research […]