FotoPhono AS and Display Systems AS announced a merger expected to be completed by the end of 2025, combining two Norwegian audiovisual providers under the FotoPhono name. The agreement, announced in late August, brings together FotoPhono’s consulting, installation and photo production services with Display Systems’ expertise in meeting rooms, auditoriums, digital signage and control rooms. […]

The global professional audiovisual industry is projected to grow from $332 billion in 2025 to $402 billion in 2030, according to AVIXA’s latest Industry Outlook and Trends Analysis (IOTA). While the industry reached $321 billion in 2024 — slightly below the earlier forecast of $325 billion — AVIXA said the market remains resilient, with steady […]

When Devonshires Solicitors relocated its Leeds office from Whitehall Road to the new Aire Park development, the firm sought to create a modern workspace aligned with its London headquarters while preparing for future growth. The move allowed the firm to nearly double its desk count, reduce reliance on hot-desking and establish a consistent experience across […]

Yorktel, a New Jersey-based audiovisual systems integrator and managed services provider, said Tuesday it has signed an agreement to merge with Kinly, an AV and unified communications integration firm headquartered in Amsterdam. The deal will combine the companies’ operations, workforces and client bases, creating a firm with more than 1,600 employees in 27 locations serving […]

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include Interpath’s role as an advisor to Signagelive and to acknowledge the sell-side deal team. Navori Labs has acquired Signagelive, forming what the companies describe as one of the largest independent, channel-only digital signage CMS platform providers by installed base. The combined entity will operate under the […]

I’m shocked that only one display company has been smart enough to buy a media server company. The irony? You can’t have one without the other. Everything else connected to a projector or monitor is optional — not required. But in the case of a media server, a display — whether it’s a projector, LED, […]

Zebra Technologies Corp. announced it has agreed to acquire Elo Touch Solutions in a $1.3 billion cash deal, a move the company said will expand its reach into self-service technologies and consumer-facing workflows. The deal, expected to close in 2025 pending regulatory approval and other customary conditions, brings together two complementary portfolios with a shared […]

The Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA) recently announced its newest initiative: Road to 10K. Many in higher ed — about 3,000, according to HETMA — are already aware of and part of the organization. HETMA is open only to higher education technology managers. It’s not a list for salespeople to pitch their wares. It’s […]

A wellness studio in Switzerland is reimagining yoga classes through immersive projection, thanks to Christie’s Captiva DWU500S ultra-short throw laser projectors. Casa Boost, based in Geneva, worked with AV integrator Moonlight Drive and creative agency The Good Brand to turn a narrow studio wall into a dynamic visual display. Using two Christie Captiva projectors, the […]

PPDS, the global provider of Philips Professional Displays, has partnered with Nordic TV and streaming provider Allente to expand entertainment offerings for hotel guests across Scandinavia. The collaboration brings Allente’s fully integrated hotel app to Philips MediaSuite TVs in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. The app, available exclusively in the region, provides guests with flexible, […]

Disguise just raised the bar for live event visuals with the launch of X1, a portable version of its Designer software. Built for creators delivering small-to-medium concerts, theater productions and branded experiences, X1 allows users to run 4K content straight from a laptop — no proprietary media server required. Already battle-tested at Rockfest Germany (Bullet […]

PlexusAV has signed a distribution agreement with AVIT Vision to expand the availability of its AV-over-IP product line in Spain and Portugal. “We are beyond excited to have signed AVIT Vision as our distributor for Spain and Portugal,” said Steven Cogels, global director of business development at PlexusAV. “AVIT Vision has an amazing array of […]

Nureva co-founder, president, and CEO Nancy Knowlton has received the King Charles III Coronation Medal, a Canadian honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to the country, their province, or community — or who have achieved distinction abroad that brings credit to Canada. The award was presented during a ceremony hosted by the Canadian […]

In the middle of an AI hype cycle full of generative tools that mostly generate headlines, a Chinese content platform has built something that actually works — and does something different. It doesn’t generate video from text. It doesn’t edit video, either. It re-shoots your video. Digitally. No camera, no crew, no cost. Kuaishou is […]

Hall Technologies acquired all of the assets of Atlona Inc. Atlona was once the leader in AV distribution but, once purchased by Panduit, seemed to have disappeared. This is a good move for Hall as Atlona’s production line will help their positioning and, for Atlona, this will help them make a ProAV comeback. Ken Eagle, […]

The Tourism Association of Sexten has partnered with Hamburg-based interactive technology firm eyefactive to launch a new digital tourism experience, transforming traditional sightseeing into an immersive, touch-driven journey. At the heart of the project is a 118-inch multitouch video wall powered by eyefactive’s proprietary touchscreen software. Installed in a central location, the wall serves as […]

HP has officially introduced HP Dimension with Google Beam, an AI-powered 3D video communications solution developed in partnership with Google. Formerly known as Project Starline, the platform is designed to make remote collaboration feel more realistic by combining 3D imaging, natural eye contact, spatial audio and adaptive lighting. The system is built for small meeting […]

The results are in! The 2025 rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards winners have officially been named, and once again, it’s all thanks to you — the AV community. Every nomination and vote came straight from the people who live and breathe this industry every day. No sponsors. No pay-to-play. Just real recognition for the companies and […]

This month’s survey is now closed. For next month’s survey, keep an eye out!  As AV-over-IP continues to evolve, it’s clear that it’s no longer just a buzzword — it’s a key part of many integrators’ design strategies. But how widespread is adoption, really? Are networks still a pain point? And what’s holding some companies […]

AVPro Edge has acquired Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI), expanding its portfolio to include control and automation systems. RTI is known for its remote controls, user interfaces, control processors, and AV signal routing tools used in residential and commercial environments. AVPro Edge, which also owns AudioControl Pro, Bullet Train, ThenAudio and Murideo, said the move will support […]

Last week, the rAVe LAVNCH platform hosted its second AV Cloud Summit. It was incredible and one of the highest-attended events we’ve hosted in 2025. The topic of where the so-called AV Cloud will take us has really amped up since its introduction to the market just a couple of years ago. Sure, we’ve had […]

New initiative prioritizes open APIs, cloud integration and cross-platform collaboration. A coalition of leading AV manufacturers and technology providers has launched OpenAV Cloud, a new industry initiative aimed at accelerating the shift to cloud-based solutions by championing openness, interoperability and customer-first innovation. Founding members include Sony Electronics, Panasonic, Legrand, Shure, BrightSign and Xyte. OpenAV Cloud […]

A few years ago, Google introduced Project Starline — a research initiative aimed at redefining video communication using 3D imaging. It enabled remote conversations that felt almost like being in the same room, all without the need for special glasses or headsets. I had a private demo at the time and honestly, it felt too […]

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L-Acoustics introduced a new suite of audio technologies last week at its Keynote 2025 event, held at the Roundhouse Theatre. The invitation-only gathering brought together clients, partners and press from 40 countries to preview a series of products and services designed to advance live sound production. The announcements centered on a new ecosystem organized around […]

Xyte has announced the beta release of its MCP Server, a new software tool that allows AI agents to automate AV system tasks in real time. The company said the server is the first of its kind in the AV industry and will be demonstrated at InfoComm 2025. The Xyte MCP Server uses the Model-Context […]

Visionary Solutions has joined the PSNI Global Alliance as a Global Preferred Vendor Partner, expanding its reach in delivering AV-over-IP and IPTV solutions through a network of certified integrators worldwide. By joining the alliance, Visionary will support PSNI’s Certified Solution Providers (CSPs) with IP-based technologies for applications in corporate, healthcare, higher education, hospitality and other […]

eyefactive has launched its new MARS line of interactive touch screens, offering up to 1000 nits of brightness, 40 simultaneous touch points and optical bonding for improved image clarity and durability. Designed for multi-user environments, the MARS displays target sectors such as retail, museums, events and corporate communications. The screens can be mounted on walls, […]

L-Acoustics has won legal actions in Germany and Norway against companies found using counterfeit versions of its professional audio products, citing serious safety concerns and the need to protect its intellectual property. In Germany, a court ruled against a rental company using fake Kara loudspeakers, rejecting its defense and prohibiting future use of counterfeit gear. […]

The industry wasn’t exactly asking for another wired cable standard. We already have HDMI 2.1 and 2.2, DisplayPort 2.1, USB4, and Thunderbolt 4 and 5 — and most of us have our favorites, along with a few scapegoats. Each standard is busy working on its next version, promising faster speeds and better performance. Still, a […]

PPDS announced the unexpected death of Martijn van der Woude, vice president of global business development and marketing. He died of cardiac arrest on April 21. Van der Woude joined PPDS in 2019, bringing more than 25 years of experience in business development, sales, marketing and general management. Prior to joining the company, he served […]

We are no longer accepting nominations for the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Keep an eye out for when we open voting! Every year, we hand out the rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards live on the InfoComm show floor, and 2025 in Orlando will be no different. But first, we need your nominations. You’ve got until May […]