WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on August 14, 1935, the Social Security Act is landmark legislation providing retirement benefits for older Americans that later was expanded to include benefits for the disabled, survivors, and others. To commemorate the program’s 90th anniversary, Dan Doonan, Executive Director, National Institute on Retirement Security, issued the following statement.

“As we mark the 90th anniversary of Social Security, we celebrate one of the most successful and enduring programs in American history. For nine decades, Social Security has provided a critical foundation of financial security for millions of Americans, ensuring that after a lifetime of hard work, seniors can retire with dignity and peace of mind. With enactment of Social Security Act, our nation promised its workers that retirement would not mean poverty. Today, it’s a promise worth keeping.

This anniversary comes at a time when economic inequality is growing, and far too many Americans face an uncertain retirement future. For many, Social Security is their primary or even only source of guaranteed retirement income. The program’s success is a testament to our nation’s commitment to protecting those who have contributed to our economy throughout their working lives.

But we must not take this program for granted. With Social Security’s trust fund facing long-term solvency challenges, now is the time for Congress to come together and develop a bipartisan solution that provides assurances to retired Americans and keeps the promise to future generations. Our research finds overwhelming bipartisan support for Social Security and a desire for our leaders to act with urgency and responsibility to protect the program.

At the National Institute on Retirement Security, we are committed to providing data-driven, pragmatic research to help guide policy discussions about retirement security and the future of Social Security. As we look ahead, our role will continue to be offering fact-based insights to inform solutions that protect and strengthen this vital program.”

The National Institute on Retirement Security is a non-profit, non-partisan organization established to contribute to informed policymaking by fostering a deep understanding of the value of retirement security to employees, employers and the economy as a whole. Located in Washington, D.C., NIRS membership includes financial services firms, employee benefit plans, trade associations, and other retirement service providers. More information is available at www.nirsonline.org.

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In the rural community of Kambu, Kenya, 6-year-old Celestine once spent hours each day walking with her Grandma Anne to collect water. Instead of playing with her friends, Celestine carried a five-liter jug on her back, making a two-mile round trip to fetch water from the Kambu River.

“I carry it on my back. I get very tired,” she said.

Sometimes during the dry season, they had to dig in the riverbed and wait for water to rise through the sand. The water in the Kambu River is dirty and unsafe, and animals often tread through it. “The kids get worms from the contaminated water,” Grandma Anne said. 

The contaminated water often made Celestine sick. She missed school, couldn’t play with her friends, and suffered from water-related illness. She is not alone in this struggle. Around the world, water-related illnesses cause children to miss a collective 443 million school days each year.

But in the summer of 2024, everything changed for Celestine and Grandma Anne. With critical support from FedEx, Water Mission completed its largest safe water project in Kenya, serving 9,000 people, including a hospital and seven schools, one of which is Celestine’s. 

The project is also the first to use an elevated steel tank and underground collection tank. With an Erosion Chlorinator to treat the water, the Kambu project services the community with safe water so that girls like Celestine no longer have to walk for water or become sick from it. These materials used to construct and implement the project were delivered to Water Mission’s Kenya country program via FedEx. 

Thanks to this transformational project, Celestine no longer must walk for water or worry about getting sick. “After school, I like playing [hide-and-seek] with my friends,” she says.

With reliable and convenient access to safe water, she now has time for school and play.

Thanks to Water Mission and FedEx’s commitment to providing access to safe water, children like Celestine are free to enjoy their childhood, pursue education, and build toward the future. 

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PITTSBURGH, August 11, 2025 /3BL/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) announced the official launch of Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios, a new in-house content and production studio dedicated to telling powerful, human-centered stories through the lens of sport.

Founded on the belief that sports have the power to change lives and build community, Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios aims to deliver transformative storytelling that positions sports at the heart of culture. The studio’s work will spotlight the grit, triumphs and heartbreak behind every athlete’s journey, with a mission to create emotionally resonant content that inspires long after the final whistle blows. At its core, the studio believes sports are more than just competition; they are universal stories of hope, resilience and connection.

Although Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios was just recently established, DICK’S began shaping its legacy in sports storytelling over a decade ago. In 2014, the company debuted its first feature documentary, We Could Be King, through its Foundation, which won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Sports Documentary, an extraordinary achievement for a consumer brand. This past spring, DICK’S added a second Sports Emmy – the first award for Cookie Jar & A Dream Studiosto their resume with The Turnaround, a documentary that tells the story of Philadelphia Phillies’ superfan Jon McCann, who helped inspire an unlikely 2023 standing ovation for Phillies shortstop Trea Turner, which helped turn the team around after hitting a major roadblock. With two Sports Emmys, DICK’S has cemented its reputation as a serious producer of documentary films. In the last 10 years, the company has built an impressive catalog of five feature-length films and ten short-form or episodic documentaries, with additional projects forthcoming.

“DICK’S believes that sports have the power to change lives,” said Mark Rooks, VP of Creative, Entertainment & Sponsorships at DICK’S Sporting Goods. “And we’ve seen through our work how true that is for so many who have excelled, triumphed against the odds, and been defeated in sport. There are so many incredible and inspiring human stories that deserve to be told, and we could not be more excited to showcase how individuals, teams and communities are shaping sport, bringing people together and unifying and building communities for thousands.”

The official announcement of Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios coincides with the premiere of Big Dreams: The Little League World Series 2024, a new documentary that explores the magic and meaning behind one of America’s most iconic youth sporting events. It takes viewers to Williamsport, the unassuming town in rural Pennsylvania that’s hosted the tournament for nearly 80 years, to follow the unforgettable wins and losses, sweat and tears, and camaraderie and teamwork that await Little League athletes from around the world as they compete in this longstanding tradition. Produced in partnership with Imagine Entertainment and MLB Studios, the film will premiere on August 12 at 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Big Dreams is a great example of the kind of projects Cookie Jar & A Dream Studios aims to produce,” said Rebecca Covington, Sr. Director, Creative Production at DICK’S Sporting Goods. “Being able to share big sports moments with fans is something that drives our team, and we look at the upcoming years with great excitement as we know there will be so many unforgettable stories deserving of the spotlight.”

The name of the studio, Cookie Jar & A Dream, honors the founding story of DICK’S Sporting Goods: In 1948, an 18-year-old Dick Stack borrowed $300 from his grandmother—her savings, kept in a cookie jar—to open a small bait-and-tackle shop in Binghamton, New York. By the late 1970’s, Dick expanded his product line to include much of what you’ll find at DICK’S Sporting Goods today. That humble beginning continues to shape the studio’s mission to elevate the voices and stories at the core of sport.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods
DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omni-channel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! stores, online, and through the DICK’S mobile app. DICK’S also owns and operates DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.

Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.

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The activated carbon market is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace due to rising global demand for clean water, and effective wastewater treatment. 

WESTFORD, Mass., Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SkyQuest Technology Consulting published a report, titled, ‘Activated Carbon Market – Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2025-2032′, valued at USD 5.41 Billion in 2024. With a projected CAGR of 8.3% from 2025 to 2032, the market is expected to reach USD 11.25 Billion by the end of 2032. Governments are implementing stricter rules for industrial emissions, wastewater discharge, and air pollution, compelling industries and municipalities to adopt advanced filtration and purification technologies where activated carbon is indispensable.

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Activated Carbon Market Key Growth Drivers

The activated carbon market is currently experiencing robust expansion, primarily driven by a growing global imperative for environmental protection and increasingly stringent regulatory frameworks. A significant driver is the rising demand for effective water and wastewater treatment solutions. With escalating global populations, rapid industrialization, and the pervasive issue of water scarcity, activated carbon’s exceptional ability to remove impurities, pollutants, and undesirable odours from water makes it an indispensable component in municipal, industrial, and residential purification processes.

In parallel, heightened concerns over air pollution and more stringent air quality regulations are profoundly impacting market growth. Activated carbon plays a critical role in filtering out volatile organic compounds (VOCs), mercury, and other hazardous gases from industrial emissions and even automotive exhaust. As industries and governments globally strive to meet stricter environmental compliance standards.

Recent Developments in Activated Carbon Market

  • In May 2024, Organic Recycling Systems Limited (ORS) launched the Alpha Carbon platform and introduced its first activated carbon product, GAC-01. ORS produced activated carbon mainly from biomass like coconut shells using their in-house Sanjeevak Carbonization System. They focused on sustainable sourcing and low-emission manufacturing processes. The activated carbon is used in water treatment and various industries for purification.
  • In February 2024, PEER Next launched activated carbon filters in India as an alternative to traditional cardboard filters. These filters used activated charcoal to reduce tar and make smoking smoother. The company sourced high-quality activated charcoal from the UK. PEER Next aimed to offer these filters at a lower price to make them more accessible to users.
  • In August 2022, Ingevity acquired Nexeon Limited to help enter the EV market and grow the potential of its current activated carbon company.

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Major Challenges in Activated Carbon Industry

One of the most pressing issues is the volatility and scarcity of raw materials. Activated carbon is primarily derived from sources like coal, coconut shells, and wood. Factors such as fluctuating agricultural yields (for coconut shells), geopolitical dynamics, and energy demands (for coal) directly affect the availability and price consistency of these critical raw materials. This instability can lead to increased production costs and unpredictable pricing for manufacturers, affecting their profit margins and market competitiveness.

Furthermore, the high production costs themselves pose a considerable challenge. The manufacturing process for activated carbon is energy-intensive, requiring high temperatures and often chemical treatments. This not only inflates operational expenses but also raises environmental concerns regarding carbon emissions and sustainability, attracting closer scrutiny from regulators. The capital expenditure required for setting up and maintaining advanced production facilities is substantial, creating a barrier to entry for new players.

Competitive Landscape

The competitive landscape of the activated carbon market is characterized by a mix of large, established global players and numerous regional manufacturers, all striving to innovate and capture market share amidst growing environmental regulations and expanding applications. The competitive strategies often involve significant investments in expanding production capacities, developing specialized activated carbon products for niche applications (e.g., mercury removal, high-purity pharmaceuticals), and focusing on sustainable production methods using biomass.

In 2024, the competitive dynamics continued to evolve with strategic moves. For instance, Nordmann, a Germany-based chemical manufacturer, acquired Italy-based SD Chemicals S.r.l. in January 2024, which, while catering to cosmetics, signifies broader consolidation trends in chemical distribution that could indirectly impact activated carbon’s supply chain for certain applications.

The major players in the activated carbon industry include,

  • Xylem (Evoqua Water Technologies LLC)
  • Daigas Group, Kuraray Co., Ltd.
  • Haycarb PLC
  • Albemarle Corporation
  • Kureha Corporation
  • Ingevity
  • Iluka Resources Limited
  • Tronox Holdings PLC
  • Norit
  • Donau Carbon GmbH
  • Silcarbon Aktivkohle GmbH
  • Carbotech
  • Activated Carbon Technologies Pty Ltd.
  • Carbon Activated Corporation
  • Boyce Carbon
  • Universal Carbons (India)
  • Genuine Shell Carb Private Limited
  • Raj Groups (Raj Carbon)
  • Micbac India

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Activated Carbon Market Segmental Analysis

Global activated carbon market is segmented by type, application, raw material, end user and region. Based on type, the market is segmented into powdered activated carbon (PAC), granular activated carbon (GAC) and others. Based on application, the market is segmented into liquid phase application and gas phase application. Based on raw material, the market is segmented into coal, coconut, wood, peat and others. Based on end user, the market is segmented into water treatment, food & beverage, pharmaceutical & medical, automotive, industrial and others.

  • Based on type, powdered activated carbon (PAC) segment dominates due to its affordability and the flexibility it offers in dosage adjustments, making it a highly economical choice for water treatment, especially for seasonal or intermittent contamination issues.
  • Based on application, the gas phase application holds the largest market share primarily due to the increasing global focus on air quality control and stringent regulations for industrial and automotive emissions. Activated carbon’s high porosity effectively adsorbs volatile organic compounds (VOCs), mercury, and other harmful gases from industrial stacks, vehicle exhausts, and indoor air purification systems.
  • Based on raw material, coal segment dominates the market due to its widespread availability, relatively lower cost compared to other raw materials, and its versatility.
  • Based on end user, the water treatment segment is the largest end-user of activated carbon, driven by the escalating global demand for clean and safe drinking water, coupled with increasingly stringent environmental regulations for industrial and municipal wastewater discharge.

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Regional Outlook

North America holds a substantial share in the activated carbon market. This is primarily driven by stringent environmental regulations, particularly from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which mandate the removal of pollutants from water and air. The region sees high demand from municipal water treatment facilities, industrial applications (like mercury removal from power plants), and the food and beverage industry.

Asia Pacific region is the largest and fastest growing activated carbon market. This rapid expansion is increasing in countries such as China, India and Japan with increasing awareness of rapid industrialization, burden and environmental pollution.

Europe represents an important and mature activated carbon market. Market growth in this region is mainly driven by the strong environmental regulations that the EU has imposed, which requires high standards for water and air quality. Active carbon is widely used in municipal drinking water treatment, industrial emission control and various special applications in the drug and food industry.

LAMEA region is an emerging market that demonstrates stable growth capacity. This development is largely attributed to an increase in industrial development, especially in parts of the Middle East and Latin America, which requires more industrial water and air purification.

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Hydrogen Generator Market – Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast – 2032
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Ethylene Market – Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast – 2032
http://www.skyquestt.com/report/ethylene-market 

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Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career journey, to date.

I’m currently a Principal Product Manager at GoDaddy, where I lead the charge on our GoDaddy Studio mobile apps: a powerful toolkit for early-stage entrepreneurs and small businesses to build, manage, and grow their brand from the palm of their hands.

My career kicked off over a decade ago as a Product Management intern at Info Edge (India) Ltd. Since then, I’ve been fortunate to work across a wide range of product environments. At 99acres.com, I experienced what true product ownership means, overseeing end-to-end development, navigating a major product launch failure, and ultimately turning it around. Later, at Expedia, I led global-scale mobile experiences for the Hotels and Packages vertical. It’s been a fulfilling ride, shaped by working with some of the sharpest minds in tech and business.

Academically, I hold a Computer Engineering degree from Aligarh Muslim University and an MBA from FMS, Delhi – two experiences that laid a strong foundation for both technical acumen and strategic thinking.

Outside of work, I’ve played Badminton at the national level in India (yes, I still manage a mean smash on weekends). These days, I try to keep up with my 4-year-old daughter’s questions – some of which would give a TED Talk a run for its money. When it comes to travel, I’m firmly in the “touristy with a side of comfort” camp.

What’s the most rewarding part of your job?

At GoDaddy, it’s about making a real-world difference; helping people build and sustain their livelihoods through the products we create. With Studio apps, entrepreneurs can launch their products and start accepting payments almost instantly using the Paylinks feature. This tool helps budding entrepreneurs get up and running quickly, and continue to grow their business using the wide array of GoDaddy capabilities. Seeing entrepreneurs use our products is quite rewarding. Plus, collaborating with such passionate and talented teammates makes the experience all the more rewarding.

How do you balance short-term goals with long-term product strategy?

That’s the eternal tightrope walk of product management! It’s easy to get caught in the urgency trap – quarterly goals, stakeholder escalations, that one big shiny feature, losing the sight of the long-term impact your product should create.

Real product impact lies in connecting short-term achievements with a long-term vision. Begin by defining a clear and inspiring north star, ensuring alignment among leadership and all cross-functional stakeholders. Then, translate that vision into measurable OKRs, so each quarter’s objectives contribute directly to the overarching goal. This approach empowers teams to prioritize quarterly initiatives that reinforce the greater mission. When distractions arise, having a well-defined vision and priorities makes it far easier to say “no” or “not now,” keeping everyone focused on what truly matters.

That said, agility is still key. When high-priority short-term asks land on the roadmap (and they do!), we assess and convey trade-offs transparently to all stakeholders, while trying to minimize the risks to the long term goals.

What makes the GoDaddy Studio Product team unique from others that you’ve worked on?

Hands down, it’s the passion and ownership shown by each team member of the wider product development team that differentiates us.

We deeply care about the customers who use our products, and have a great sense of pride in the products we are building.

There’s a genuine commitment to understanding our users and making their experience better every single day.

Are there any resources that you would recommend to others interested in personal development?

Absolutely! Reforge has been a goldmine for contemporary, practical product wisdom. Their case-based approach and community engagement help sharpen both strategic thinking and tactical execution.

Outside of the PM world, I’ve loved reading Thinking Fast and Slow, The Psychology of Money, and Same as Ever. These books unpack how we think, behave, and feel both in work and in life. Often times, that’s where the biggest insights lie. I also recommend reading Why We Get Sick, a book that explores the underlying causes of modern lifestyle-related illnesses and offers practical strategies for achieving a healthier, more energetic life.

What’s your personal mantra?

Balance.

For almost everything in life, there is a minimum and maximum limit where things are in the “good range”. Whether it’s ambition vs. contentment, speed vs. quality, or screen time vs. swing time with my daughter – most things in life operate best within a “good range.” Recognizing that range for your context, and understanding the trade-offs involved in veering off, is crucial.

Are you enjoying this series and want to know more about life at GoDaddy? Check out our GoDaddy Life social pages! Follow us to meet our team, learn more about our culture (Teams, ERGs, Locations), careers, and so much more. You’re more than just your day job, so come propel your career with us.

 

by Ashlan and Philippe Cousteau

To the far south, in the icy ancient waters around Antarctica, the largest climate catastrophe in the history of our planet is unfolding, potentially devastating our planet for generations to come, but you’ve probably never heard about it. Krill, the small but mighty lynchpin for the entire Antarctic marine ecosystem and the food that feeds the entire global marine food web, are being taken from their natural habitat at enormous rates primarily for one really stupid reason: the mass production of Omega-3 supplements. Ripped out of the water and away from the diets from keystone species like whales, dolphins, and penguins, these krill are mashed up in massive industrial processors, compressed down into tiny gel capsules destined for the health section of your local pharmacy.

The demand makes total sense: as our planet teeters on the brink of climate catastrophe, human health trends increasingly turn to nature in search of resilience. Omega-3 fatty acids, long hailed for their cardiovascular and cognitive benefits, have sparked massive global demand. Yet the irony could not be starker: in seeking to heal ourselves, we are wreaking havoc on the health of one of Earth’s most critical ecosystems.

But there is another way — an answer that does not come at the cost of abusing the Southern Ocean to trigger ecological collapse. SeaVoir, a pioneering venture in the rising tide of the blue economy co-founded by my husband, Philippe Cousteau, and I, offers a bold, necessary alternative: an algae-based Omega-3 supplement that honors both human wellness and oceanic integrity. In doing so, SeaVoir’s goal is not only to change the supplement industry — we hope to chart a course toward a future where the health of people and the ocean move forward together.

Read their full article here https://greenmoney.com/saving-our-southern-ocean-one-algae-based-omega-3-supplement-at-a-time

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The buzz around AI in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) is deafening. From generative design suggestions to intelligent layout optimization, AI promises to revolutionize the way we build semiconductors. But for all the excitement, one inconvenient truth remains: AI is only as good as the data you feed it.

In semiconductor design, data is vast, complex, hierarchical—and often messy. Applying AI to an unstructured sea of legacy files, undocumented IP cores, or inconsistent naming conventions doesn’t unlock innovation; it amplifies confusion.

Before your design teams can take advantage of AI-enhanced workflows, they need a foundation built for structure, traceability, and automation. That foundation is Keysight SOS.

Why AI Needs More Than Algorithms

Let’s get something straight: AI isn’t magic. Whether it’s machine learning, deep learning, or foundation models fine-tuned for engineering, the outputs are only as reliable as the inputs. And in electronic design, those inputs are more than numbers—they’re the entire corpus of your design files, version history, IP usage, verification metadata, tool-generated logs, and more.

In other words, AI-enhanced design workflows demand not just a lot of data—they demand the right kind of data:

  • Contextualized: What tool generated the file? What process node is it associated with?
  • Structured: What IP blocks does this design reuse? How are they linked?
  • Verified: Is this version validated, or still in development?
  • Accessible: Can the AI model—or your own team—even find and parse it?

If you don’t have a design data management platform enforcing this discipline, you don’t have AI-ready data. Full stop.

The Hidden Data Challenges in EDA

Many design teams still rely on general-purpose version control systems like Git or Subversion. While these tools work well for software development, they collapse under the weight of semiconductor workflows:

  • Gigabyte-scale binary files: Git chokes on large GDSII, OASIS, or simulation result files.
  • Lack of hierarchy awareness: Dependencies between IP blocks are invisible.
  • Inconsistent metadata: File names don’t capture process nodes, PDKs, or usage history.
  • Poor traceability: There’s no clear link between a schematic, its verification results, and its integration into a SoC.

Now imagine trying to train an AI model to recommend IP reuse, debug verification failures, or generate constraints from schematic intent. Without structured data, you’re asking the model to find insights in a haystack made of other haystacks.

AI in EDA: Use Cases That Depend on Data

The promise of AI in semiconductor design is real—and transformative. But nearly every promising use case breaks down without data management:

AI Use Case Why Structured Data Is Required
Intelligent IP reuse recommendations AI needs searchable metadata, version history, usage context
Schematic-to-layout auto-suggestions Needs a corpus of paired schematic-layout examples
Root cause analysis for verification failures Requires links between test data, design versions, and change history
Generative constraints or floorplans Dependent on clean, consistent design records
Design rule enforcement Needs accurate, normalized representations of prior violations and fixes

The Prerequisite: Organize Before You Optimize

So where does this leave most teams?

Caught between excitement for AI and the reality of design chaos.

You can’t skip ahead. You can’t buy your way out with a black-box ML plug-in. You have to do the unglamorous but mission-critical work of structuring your design data and IP libraries. That means:

  • Centralizing design data in a platform purpose-built for IC development
  • Enforcing version control that understands hierarchies and IP reuse
  • Tracking dependencies automatically
  • Standardizing metadata across projects and sites
  • Securing sensitive IP with role-based access and compliance logging
  • Managing large data files without duplication and smart caching for fast local access

That’s what Keysight SOS delivers—and why you need it now.

Introducing Keysight SOS: The AI-Ready Data Management Platform

Keysight SOS is not another Git wrapper. It’s a purpose-built platform designed from the ground up for the demands of chip design workflows, including:

Scalable Performance for Massive Data Sets

SOS handles gigabytes-to-terabytes of hierarchical design data efficiently, using symbolic links and optimized caching. It enables you to store once, reuse everywhere, and avoid redundant downloads across global teams.

Hierarchical Awareness and Dependency Tracking

Unlike flat version control systems, SOS understands how changes ripple through a design. A tweak to a PLL core? SOS tracks every project and IP that depends on it—and triggers the right alerts and workflows.

Real-Time Traceability

Every version, test result, and integration point is automatically tracked. You’ll know who changed what, why, when—and what else was affected.

Enterprise-Grade Security

Granular access control means only the right people can touch the right files. SOS supports encryption, compliance reporting, and full audit trails.

Native Integration with EDA Tools

SOS is natively integrated with major design and verification tools. This means changes made in your toolchain are automatically reflected in the SOS platform—with no extra overhead for your engineers.

Why SOS, Why Now?

Because the EDA industry is pivoting. AI-enhanced workflows will soon become the competitive baseline—not a bonus. And they’ll only be as good as your data infrastructure.

If your team is still managing design files with homegrown scripts or general-purpose tools, your AI potential is capped. You won’t be able to:

  • Train models that deliver reliable, context-aware insights
  • Leverage AI-based verification or floorplanning tools
  • Deploy data-driven reuse strategies across global teams

In short: no structured data = no AI-enhanced design flow.

Keysight SOS: Complete Control of Your Design Intelligence

Keysight SOS gives you full visibility, structure, and control across your design environment—from IP reuse and metadata indexing to dependency tracking, verification alignment, and enterprise-wide collaboration. It delivers:

  • A unified, searchable IP catalog
  • Smart dependency tracking across projects
  • Collaboration tools for design review, verification, and change approval
  • Graphical tools for visual diff and change propagation
  • AI-ready, enterprise-wide design observability

This is the infrastructure you need—not only to organize your design environment today, but to enable intelligent, AI-assisted workflows tomorrow.

From Legacy Chaos to AI Readiness: A Transition Plan

Getting AI-ready doesn’t happen overnight. But the transition becomes practical with the right roadmap:

Stage Action Tools
Baseline Centralize design files and IP in Keysight SOS SOS
Normalize Enforce naming conventions, metadata standards, and access controls SOS
Automate Link design stages to verification, validation, and release workflows SOS
Analyze Enable search, query, and insights on usage, reuse, and regressions SOS
Learn Feed clean data into AI models or EDA plug-ins SOS + 3rd-party tools
Optimize Apply AI-enhanced workflows across schematic, layout, and validation Integrated stack

The first step—centralization and normalization—is what unlocks the rest.

Real-World Proof: 50% Design Time Reduction at Allegro

Take Allegro MicroSystems as an example. By adopting Keysight SOS across business units, they transformed siloed design practices into a centralized, traceable environment.

The result?

  • 55% of all IP is now reused from known-good templates
  • Design cycles reduced by up to 50%
  • Over 200 IPs and 150 projects managed with enterprise-wide consistency

This is not theory. It’s operational excellence, in action.

Final Word: The AI Revolution Will Favor the Prepared

AI in EDA is coming fast. But it will favor the prepared—not the most hyped.

If your data is siloed, undocumented, and disorganized, AI tools will deliver underwhelming, unreliable results—or fail entirely. But if you build the foundation now, with structured, contextualized, secure design data, you’ll be first in line to reap the benefits of true AI-enhanced workflows.

The time to organize is now. The time to implement Keysight SOS is now.

Request a trial today.

Because without structured data, there is no intelligent design flow.

Originally published on Nielsen Insights

Riding the wave of cultural influence

In recent years, K-pop hits have topped U.S. music charts and streaming platforms have made popular Asian media like anime more accessible. As the fastest-growing population in the U.S., Asian Americans—many of whom have family and friends abroad—are leading these trends in the U.S. For brands, earning and maintaining the AANHPI community’s trust isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s a must-have.

  • 29%
    More than a quarter of Asian Americans live in a home with two or more generations—creating deep connections to culture.

    Source: American Community Survey, 2022

  • $1.4T
    AANHPI consumers in the middle income bracket grew 16% from 2009-2022, and the community’s buying power is $1.4 trillion dollars.

    Source: Pew Research, 2024; Selig Center for Economic Growth

  • 53%
    More than half of Asian Americans have a higher appreciation for brands that advertise in media that reflects their culture/ethnicity.

    Source: Nielsen Attitudes on Representation Study, 2025

Setting trends across the U.S.

In this year’s report, we explore how Asian American audiences are creating cross-cultural connections and driving trends among broader consumers in the U.S. 

  • Tech trendsetters
    AANHPI audiences are enthusiastic about technology—including streaming—and turn to apps and social media for everything from shopping to entertainment.
  • Retail influencers
    Asian Americans are digital-first shoppers who are adopting retail media and leading beauty trends around skincare and haircare.
  • Growing sports fans
    AANHPI sports fans are embracing Asian athletes, helping to drive interest in sports at home and around the world.

Connecting with the future of the consumer market

By understanding the cultural nuances that resonate with AANHPI consumers, brands can position themselves to create leading-edge marketing that appeals to the broader U.S. market. The what, where and how Asian Americans connect with brands and media isn’t just about the AANHPI community; it’s about understanding the future of the U.S. consumer market.

Download the report

With Blistering Performance and Jaw-dropping Design, Amaris is Anticipated to Begin Production in Q4 2026

IRVINE, Calif, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Following a preview of its exterior design earlier this spring, the MY2027 Karma Amaris will be fully-revealed including its interior cabin during Monterey Car Week at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, on Friday, August 15; and Sunday, August 17, when Amaris will grace the famed Concept Lawn at the 74th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

As the world’s first Hybrid EREV performance luxury coupé, Amaris fully delivers the exceptional driving dynamics and sheer speed promised by its purposeful stance and dramatic proportions. Packing 708 horsepower and 676 ft. lbs. torque, Amaris will launch from 0-60mph in less than 3.5 seconds, continuing-on to an electronically governed top speed of 165mph. Its Hybrid EREV powertrain consists of two electric motors driving the rear wheels, powered by a 41.5 kw/H battery which is maintained by a 4-Cylinder turbocharged ICE generator. This Hybrid EREV powertrain delivers over 100 miles of electric-only driving range, and over 400 miles of combined driving range (electric and ICE).

Amaris begins production in Q4/2026, and will be priced from approximately $200,000USD.

“Amaris delivers all the joys and indulgences of a thoroughbred performance coupe – staggering pace, exuberant style and opulent interior appointments – balanced with an ultra-low emissions Hybrid EREV powertrain which offers the freedom to refuel with gasoline or recharge with electricity, whichever is more convenient,” says Marques McCammon, President and Chief Executive, Karma Automotive. “Amaris delivers pure desire paired with eco-conscious driving like no other vehicle in the world.”

The powerful yet timelessly elegant carbon fiber and aluminum body of the Amaris, specified for Monterey Car Week in Solar Blaze Red paintwork, features the latest evolution of the Comet Line design language first established with the upcoming Karma Kaveya super-coupe. With Amaris, the Comet Line originates in the sculpted cowl aft of the nose, continuing rearward in an arc across the sides of the hood, descending rearward to amplify the wide, aggressive rear track. 22″ Constellation wheels, crafted in forged aluminum, fully-establish the purposeful, fluid stance of the Amaris. The voluptuous clamshell hood – incorporating Karma’s Target Lighting signature – creates a seamless transition and visual flow to the front fenders. The Backslash design element punctuates the space between the front wheels and the “swan doors,” which gracefully pivot upwards to dramatic effect. Its sleek rear glass profile concludes with an aero pass-through spoiler that reduces aerodynamic drag while creating rear axle downforce for increased stability at high speeds. The Americana-inspired side exhaust further signals performance and capability. 

Inside, the cabin of the Amaris is specified in Crimson Orbit leather and suede, with carbon fiber and piano black accents. Like the Kaveya super-coupe, Amaris features an electro-chromatically adjustable full glass roof; and “orbits” which visually define the driver and passenger environments. Amaris is shown in its 2-seater configuration, with its rear compartment sculpted to accommodate travel bags.

Carbon fiber adorns the doors, center console and rear support brace, creating the visual effect of an exposed carbon fiber monocoque with floating leather and suede panels. The door panel forms are drawn forward, descending from shoulder height towards the footwells, creating a sense of speed and acceleration. This same dynamic effect applies to the center console, which houses the gear selector and—concealed beneath a hinged leather ignition cover to further heighten anticipation for the driving experience ahead—the “Start” button.

Following Karma Automotive’s “reductionary” approach, non-essential features remain hidden until called upon, including the co-pilot’s display which illuminates once the passenger is seated; and cupholders that are concealed by the wireless phone charger until it is retracted with a gentle touch. The interior environment also hides atmospheric lighting that can be adjusted by the user, or changes according to the drive mode selected.

About Karma Automotive

Karma Automotive is America’s only full-line ultra-luxury vehicle manufacturer, and a pioneer of EREV (Extended-Range Electric) vehicles which it manufactures at its Karma Innovation and Customization Center (KICC) in Moreno Valley, CA. Its Executive, Product Development, and Design headquarters are located in nearby Irvine, CA. The Karma portfolio embodies California’s spirit of innovation and entrepreneurial boldness, reflected by the signature Comet Line which is the central hallmark of Karma’s new design language. Sales of the 3rd Generation Karma Revero sport sedan, the world’s first luxury Hybrid EREV, are now underway in the USA and EU, offering luxury balanced with conscientiousness delivered without compromise. Sales of Revero’s ultra-exclusive, performance-tuned stablemate, Karma Invictus, are also now underway, to be followed by the Gyesera Hybrid EREV four-seater in Q4 2025, and the Amaris coupe in Q4 2026. The Karma Kaveya super-coupe, with up to 1,000HP and butterfly-doors, will arrive in 2027, and the Karma Ivara GT-UV will arrive in 2028: both will incorporate SDVA (Software-Defined Vehicle Architecture) developed with the world’s leading technology companies. Further, Karma Automotive will provide Tier 1’s and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) with business-to-business SDVA solutions, as it does today with Karma Connect, its proprietary Vehicle Data Management and Over-the-Air services platform, which presently provides services to the world’s second largest OEM. Karma Automotive’s dealer network spans North America, Europe, South America and the Middle East. (www.karmaautomotive.com) 

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