SAN JOSE, Calif., March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Marquez Brothers International, Inc. a family-owned company and leading manufacturer and distributor of authentic quality branded Hispanic products in the United States, announced that two of its leading dairy brands, including its flagship brand, El Mexicano® Brand and its latest acquired YoGusto® Brand , received multiple awards at the 2026 World Championship Cheese Contest , one of the dairy industry’s most prestigious global competitions.

El Mexicano® Brand Award Winners

The El Mexicano® Brand , known for its portfolio of authentic Mexican cheeses and traditional dairy products, received the following recognitions:

Best of Class (First Place)

  • El Mexicano® Queso Cotija

Second Place

  • El Mexicano® Guava Drinkable Yogurt

Third Place

  • El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Casero®
  • El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Cremoso
  • El Mexicano® Requesón
  • El Mexicano® Crema Mexicana

The awards highlight the brand’s continued leadership in authentic Mexican dairy products and its commitment to delivering traditional flavors with consistent quality and freshness.

YoGusto® Brand Award Winners

The YoGusto® brand , Marquez Brothers International’s line of drinkable yogurts and cultured dairy beverages inspired by Latin American flavors, also received top recognition in several categories.

Best of Class (First Place)

  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Mango
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Cultured Milk – Kumis

Third Place

  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Guanábana
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Mango
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Cultured Milk – Coffee

The awards underscore the growing success of the YoGusto® brand within the expanding drinkable yogurt category and its focus on distinctive flavor offerings.

Products from both brands earned Best of Class, Second Place and Third Place honors, recognizing excellence in flavor, quality and craftsmanship among thousands of entries from dairy producers around the world.

“We are honored to have both the El Mexicano® Brand and the YoGusto® Brand recognized on such a respected global stage,” said Gustavo Marquez JR CEO / President of Marquez Brothers. “These awards reflect our team’s commitment and dedication to producing high-quality dairy products that celebrate authentic flavors while meeting the evolving tastes of today’s consumers.”

About Marquez Brothers International, Inc.

Marquez Brothers International, Inc. (MBI) is a family-owned company and a leading producer of authentic Hispanic dairy products in the United States. Founded in 1981, the company manufactures and distributes a wide portfolio of traditional cheeses, creams, drinkable yogurts, and cultured dairy beverages inspired by Latin American flavors. Through brands including its flagship El Mexicano® brand and the YoGusto® brand, MBI delivers high-quality, culturally authentic products to consumers nationwide.

For more information about our company and brands please visit www.marquezbrothers.com

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SAN JOSE, Calif., March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Marquez Brothers International, Inc. a family-owned company and leading manufacturer and distributor of authentic quality branded Hispanic products in the United States, announced that two of its leading dairy brands, including its flagship brand, El Mexicano® Brand and its latest acquired YoGusto® Brand , received multiple awards at the 2026 World Championship Cheese Contest , one of the dairy industry’s most prestigious global competitions.

El Mexicano® Brand Award Winners

The El Mexicano® Brand , known for its portfolio of authentic Mexican cheeses and traditional dairy products, received the following recognitions:

Best of Class (First Place)

  • El Mexicano® Queso Cotija

Second Place

  • El Mexicano® Guava Drinkable Yogurt

Third Place

  • El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Casero®
  • El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Cremoso
  • El Mexicano® Requesón
  • El Mexicano® Crema Mexicana

The awards highlight the brand’s continued leadership in authentic Mexican dairy products and its commitment to delivering traditional flavors with consistent quality and freshness.

YoGusto® Brand Award Winners

The YoGusto® brand , Marquez Brothers International’s line of drinkable yogurts and cultured dairy beverages inspired by Latin American flavors, also received top recognition in several categories.

Best of Class (First Place)

  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Mango
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Cultured Milk – Kumis

Third Place

  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Guanábana
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Mango
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Cultured Milk – Coffee

The awards underscore the growing success of the YoGusto® brand within the expanding drinkable yogurt category and its focus on distinctive flavor offerings.

Products from both brands earned Best of Class, Second Place and Third Place honors, recognizing excellence in flavor, quality and craftsmanship among thousands of entries from dairy producers around the world.

“We are honored to have both the El Mexicano® Brand and the YoGusto® Brand recognized on such a respected global stage,” said Gustavo Marquez JR CEO / President of Marquez Brothers. “These awards reflect our team’s commitment and dedication to producing high-quality dairy products that celebrate authentic flavors while meeting the evolving tastes of today’s consumers.”

About Marquez Brothers International, Inc.

Marquez Brothers International, Inc. (MBI) is a family-owned company and a leading producer of authentic Hispanic dairy products in the United States. Founded in 1981, the company manufactures and distributes a wide portfolio of traditional cheeses, creams, drinkable yogurts, and cultured dairy beverages inspired by Latin American flavors. Through brands including its flagship El Mexicano® brand and the YoGusto® brand, MBI delivers high-quality, culturally authentic products to consumers nationwide.

For more information about our company and brands please visit www.marquezbrothers.com

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SAN JOSE, Calif., March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Marquez Brothers International, Inc. a family-owned company and leading manufacturer and distributor of authentic quality branded Hispanic products in the United States, announced that two of its leading dairy brands, including its flagship brand, El Mexicano® Brand and its latest acquired YoGusto® Brand , received multiple awards at the 2026 World Championship Cheese Contest , one of the dairy industry’s most prestigious global competitions.

El Mexicano® Brand Award Winners

The El Mexicano® Brand , known for its portfolio of authentic Mexican cheeses and traditional dairy products, received the following recognitions:

Best of Class (First Place)

  • El Mexicano® Queso Cotija

Second Place

  • El Mexicano® Guava Drinkable Yogurt

Third Place

  • El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Casero®
  • El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Cremoso
  • El Mexicano® Requesón
  • El Mexicano® Crema Mexicana

The awards highlight the brand’s continued leadership in authentic Mexican dairy products and its commitment to delivering traditional flavors with consistent quality and freshness.

YoGusto® Brand Award Winners

The YoGusto® brand , Marquez Brothers International’s line of drinkable yogurts and cultured dairy beverages inspired by Latin American flavors, also received top recognition in several categories.

Best of Class (First Place)

  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Mango
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Cultured Milk – Kumis

Third Place

  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Guanábana
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Mango
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Cultured Milk – Coffee

The awards underscore the growing success of the YoGusto® brand within the expanding drinkable yogurt category and its focus on distinctive flavor offerings.

Products from both brands earned Best of Class, Second Place and Third Place honors, recognizing excellence in flavor, quality and craftsmanship among thousands of entries from dairy producers around the world.

“We are honored to have both the El Mexicano® Brand and the YoGusto® Brand recognized on such a respected global stage,” said Gustavo Marquez JR CEO / President of Marquez Brothers. “These awards reflect our team’s commitment and dedication to producing high-quality dairy products that celebrate authentic flavors while meeting the evolving tastes of today’s consumers.”

About Marquez Brothers International, Inc.

Marquez Brothers International, Inc. (MBI) is a family-owned company and a leading producer of authentic Hispanic dairy products in the United States. Founded in 1981, the company manufactures and distributes a wide portfolio of traditional cheeses, creams, drinkable yogurts, and cultured dairy beverages inspired by Latin American flavors. Through brands including its flagship El Mexicano® brand and the YoGusto® brand, MBI delivers high-quality, culturally authentic products to consumers nationwide.

For more information about our company and brands please visit www.marquezbrothers.com

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SOURCE Marquez Brothers International

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Marquez Brothers International, Inc. a family-owned company and leading manufacturer and distributor of authentic quality branded Hispanic products in the United States, announced that two of its leading dairy brands, including its flagship brand, El Mexicano® Brand and its latest acquired YoGusto® Brand , received multiple awards at the 2026 World Championship Cheese Contest , one of the dairy industry’s most prestigious global competitions.

El Mexicano® Brand Award Winners

The El Mexicano® Brand , known for its portfolio of authentic Mexican cheeses and traditional dairy products, received the following recognitions:

Best of Class (First Place)

  • El Mexicano® Queso Cotija

Second Place

  • El Mexicano® Guava Drinkable Yogurt

Third Place

  • El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Casero®
  • El Mexicano® Queso Fresco Cremoso
  • El Mexicano® Requesón
  • El Mexicano® Crema Mexicana

The awards highlight the brand’s continued leadership in authentic Mexican dairy products and its commitment to delivering traditional flavors with consistent quality and freshness.

YoGusto® Brand Award Winners

The YoGusto® brand , Marquez Brothers International’s line of drinkable yogurts and cultured dairy beverages inspired by Latin American flavors, also received top recognition in several categories.

Best of Class (First Place)

  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Mango
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Cultured Milk – Kumis

Third Place

  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Guanábana
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Low-Fat Mango
  • YoGusto® Drinkable Yogurt Cultured Milk – Coffee

The awards underscore the growing success of the YoGusto® brand within the expanding drinkable yogurt category and its focus on distinctive flavor offerings.

Products from both brands earned Best of Class, Second Place and Third Place honors, recognizing excellence in flavor, quality and craftsmanship among thousands of entries from dairy producers around the world.

“We are honored to have both the El Mexicano® Brand and the YoGusto® Brand recognized on such a respected global stage,” said Gustavo Marquez JR CEO / President of Marquez Brothers. “These awards reflect our team’s commitment and dedication to producing high-quality dairy products that celebrate authentic flavors while meeting the evolving tastes of today’s consumers.”

About Marquez Brothers International, Inc.

Marquez Brothers International, Inc. (MBI) is a family-owned company and a leading producer of authentic Hispanic dairy products in the United States. Founded in 1981, the company manufactures and distributes a wide portfolio of traditional cheeses, creams, drinkable yogurts, and cultured dairy beverages inspired by Latin American flavors. Through brands including its flagship El Mexicano® brand and the YoGusto® brand, MBI delivers high-quality, culturally authentic products to consumers nationwide.

For more information about our company and brands please visit www.marquezbrothers.com

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SOURCE Marquez Brothers International

  • Cairn executives invite US-based operators and service providers to collaborate on a range of growth projects
  • Chairman of Vedanta Group to speak at the mainstage at Spotlight Session on Day 2

HOUSTON, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cairn Oil & Gas, part of Vedanta Group and India’s largest private oil and gas producer, will participate in the 44th annual gathering of CERAWeek by S&P Global, the world’s premier energy conference, being held from March 23 – 27 in Houston, Texas.

Leading private operator, Cairn Oil & Gas, has planned $4 Bn investments in onshore recovery enhancement and offshore exploration and development to unlock the hydrocarbons in Indian basins.

The company is inviting seismic, sub-surface and drilling service providers to collaborate on a range of growth projects in the world’s fastest growing energy market. India holds over 300 billion barrels of untapped resources, presenting a significant opportunity across onshore and offshore basins.

Cairn’s growth roadmap covers six high-potential opportunity areas:

  • Deepwater exploration and development in high prospect in the Krishna Godavari (KG) basin on the country’s East Coast
  • Shallow-water offshore projects in its West Coast. The company has made a recent discovery in its appraisal well Ambe-2A on the West Coast
  • Frontier exploration in North-East India — India’s first oil in Digboi and recent discoveries made by Cairn – Rudra 1 and Hazarigaon
  • Gas reservoir recovery enhancement
  • Tight oil development
  • Enhanced oil recovery (EOR) technologies

Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Vedanta will be attending the annual global energy conference to discuss India’s expanding upstream landscape and partnership opportunities. His session will be on the main stage on Wednesday, March 25, at 9 a.m. CT.

India has opened large no-go areas in deep and ultra-deepwater blocks under the ongoing Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP) Bidding Round X – in line with the country’s Prime Minister announcing the National Deepwater Exploration Mission and investment opportunities worth $500 billion in its energy sector by the end of this decade.

As one of the fastest-growing major economies, India’s energy demand continues to rise rapidly. The country currently imports nearly 90% of its crude oil, underscoring the scale of opportunity for domestic exploration and production. With energy demand projected to grow steadily over the next two decades, India is prioritizing domestic resource development to strengthen energy security while supporting economic growth.

Recent regulatory initiatives such as the Petroleum and Natural Gas (PNG) Rules 2025 and the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP) Round X represent significant opportunities for global investors in the upstream sector. The Government of India’s progressive policy reforms and investor friendly frameworks are enabling ease of doing business of foreign players. OALP Round X — India’s largest oil and gas bidding round — offers nearly 192,000 sq. km across 25 blocks in 13 sedimentary basins. Out of 25 blocks 13 deep and ultra-deepwater opportunities open new exploration frontiers for global energy companies.

About Cairn Oil & Gas

Cairn Oil & Gas, part of Vedanta Group, is India’s leading private oil and gas exploration and production company, committed to strengthening the nation’s energy security. The company is focusing on unlocking long-term value through technology-led exploration, advanced subsurface expertise, and world-class engineering capabilities. It holds interests in 44 blocks spread over 47,000 sq km of acreage across India, with gross 2P (proved plus probable) and 2C (contingent) resources of 1.4 bnboe. Cairn is committed to achieving Net Zero, prioritising environmental stewardship while driving transformative social impact touching nearly 200 million lives.

With a diverse portfolio of conventional and unconventional resources across onshore and offshore basins, the company operates producing assets in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Assam, alongside a strong pipeline of high-impact exploration opportunities. Backed by a robust portfolio of growth projects, Cairn aims to contribute 50% of India’s domestic oil and gas production to accelerate India’s energy transition and deliver sustainable value for stakeholders.

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

Media Contact for CERA Week 2026:

Lauren Blalock, Pierpont Communications, lblalock@piercom.com

Elysa Nelson, Pierpont Communications, enelson@piercom.com 

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  • Cairn executives invite US-based operators and service providers to collaborate on a range of growth projects
  • Chairman of Vedanta Group to speak at the mainstage at Spotlight Session on Day 2

HOUSTON, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cairn Oil & Gas, part of Vedanta Group and India’s largest private oil and gas producer, will participate in the 44th annual gathering of CERAWeek by S&P Global, the world’s premier energy conference, being held from March 23 – 27 in Houston, Texas.

Leading private operator, Cairn Oil & Gas, has planned $4 Bn investments in onshore recovery enhancement and offshore exploration and development to unlock the hydrocarbons in Indian basins.

The company is inviting seismic, sub-surface and drilling service providers to collaborate on a range of growth projects in the world’s fastest growing energy market. India holds over 300 billion barrels of untapped resources, presenting a significant opportunity across onshore and offshore basins.

Cairn’s growth roadmap covers six high-potential opportunity areas:

  • Deepwater exploration and development in high prospect in the Krishna Godavari (KG) basin on the country’s East Coast
  • Shallow-water offshore projects in its West Coast. The company has made a recent discovery in its appraisal well Ambe-2A on the West Coast
  • Frontier exploration in North-East India — India’s first oil in Digboi and recent discoveries made by Cairn – Rudra 1 and Hazarigaon
  • Gas reservoir recovery enhancement
  • Tight oil development
  • Enhanced oil recovery (EOR) technologies

Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Vedanta will be attending the annual global energy conference to discuss India’s expanding upstream landscape and partnership opportunities. His session will be on the main stage on Wednesday, March 25, at 9 a.m. CT.

India has opened large no-go areas in deep and ultra-deepwater blocks under the ongoing Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP) Bidding Round X – in line with the country’s Prime Minister announcing the National Deepwater Exploration Mission and investment opportunities worth $500 billion in its energy sector by the end of this decade.

As one of the fastest-growing major economies, India’s energy demand continues to rise rapidly. The country currently imports nearly 90% of its crude oil, underscoring the scale of opportunity for domestic exploration and production. With energy demand projected to grow steadily over the next two decades, India is prioritizing domestic resource development to strengthen energy security while supporting economic growth.

Recent regulatory initiatives such as the Petroleum and Natural Gas (PNG) Rules 2025 and the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP) Round X represent significant opportunities for global investors in the upstream sector. The Government of India’s progressive policy reforms and investor friendly frameworks are enabling ease of doing business of foreign players. OALP Round X — India’s largest oil and gas bidding round — offers nearly 192,000 sq. km across 25 blocks in 13 sedimentary basins. Out of 25 blocks 13 deep and ultra-deepwater opportunities open new exploration frontiers for global energy companies.

About Cairn Oil & Gas

Cairn Oil & Gas, part of Vedanta Group, is India’s leading private oil and gas exploration and production company, committed to strengthening the nation’s energy security. The company is focusing on unlocking long-term value through technology-led exploration, advanced subsurface expertise, and world-class engineering capabilities. It holds interests in 44 blocks spread over 47,000 sq km of acreage across India, with gross 2P (proved plus probable) and 2C (contingent) resources of 1.4 bnboe. Cairn is committed to achieving Net Zero, prioritising environmental stewardship while driving transformative social impact touching nearly 200 million lives.

With a diverse portfolio of conventional and unconventional resources across onshore and offshore basins, the company operates producing assets in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Assam, alongside a strong pipeline of high-impact exploration opportunities. Backed by a robust portfolio of growth projects, Cairn aims to contribute 50% of India’s domestic oil and gas production to accelerate India’s energy transition and deliver sustainable value for stakeholders.

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

Media Contact for CERA Week 2026:

Lauren Blalock, Pierpont Communications, lblalock@piercom.com

Elysa Nelson, Pierpont Communications, enelson@piercom.com 

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News Summary:

  • Smart home innovations, voice-enabled appliances and IoT sensors aim to empower independence and improve daily life.
  • LG Electronics is leverging the transformative power of AI and IoT to create inclusive experiences for people with disabilities.
  • The company’s significant presence at 2026 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference supports LG’s “A Better Life for All” global ESG vision. 

ANAHEIM, Calif., March 12, 2026 /3BL/ – AI-enabled smart home and accessibility solutions designed to address the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities were demonstrated for the first time by global home appliance innovator LG Electronics at the 2026 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference in Anaheim, Calif.

Building on its presence as the first home appliance company to exhibit at last year’s event, LG showcased the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) to create inclusive experiences through its enhanced product lineup supporting the company’s global ESG vision: “A Better Life for All.”

AI-enabled user-centric smart home features deliver accessible benefits.

“Accessibility continues to guide our innovation philosophy,” said Justin Hong, LG Electronics’ Head of ESG Strategy. “We’re committed to delivering solutions that empower independence and improve daily life, and the new technologies on display at CSUN ’26 exemplified how LG aims to create a better life for all individuals.”

At the 2026 CSUN conference, LG demonstrated its expanded set of smart home features that demonstrate the company’s user-centered approach leveraging AI and IoT to address issues experienced by individuals with disabilities. Featured innovations included ThinQ ON, IoT sensors and visual alerts, as well as the LG Comfort Kit:

  • ThinQ ON: The LG AI hub for accessibility, ThinQ ON provides voice-based control and spoken guidance for appliance operations, supporting users with visual or mobility limitations.
  • IoT Sensor with Visual Alerts: When connected to ThinQ ON, the IoT sensor converts appliance sounds—such as door-open alerts—into light-based notifications, helping deaf and hard-of-hearing users receive important alerts throughout the home.
  • LG Comfort Kit: Developed in response to user concerns, the Comfort Kit includes several accessories to make appliances easier to operate. It features elements such as easy handles for people with limited strength to open the laundry detergent drawer and washer and dryer doors, and an easy-to-use dial for washing machines.

New kiosk incorporates various assistive technologies for B2B applications.

LG also previewed a new accessible B2B kiosk that integrates screen-reader support, height-adjustable display for wheelchair accessibility and sign language video guidance. Co-developed with Dot Inc., a global leader in braille display technology, the kiosk also includes Dot’s tactille braille module and a unified interface designed to support users with visual, hearing and mobility impairments.

LG engages with disability community to advance “Better Life for All” vision.

In addition to the innovations on display at its booth, LG hosted two well-attended sessions, presenting its comprehensive global accessibility initiatives designed to power independent living and inclusive design through collaboration with the disability community. Featuring LG smart home, product and accessible technology experts from the United States and South Korea, the sessions highlighted how AI-enabled accessible technologies and products can help create A Better Life for All.

As part of its global accessibility initiatives, LG invited a teacher and two high school students from the Seoul School for the Deaf to attend the conference. LG’s first youth-oriented accessibility invitation program at CSUN, the program aimed to provide these students firsthand exposure to global accessibility innovations and to encourage peer-to-peer sharing through video content that the students will produce and upload to their school’s YouTube channel. 

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About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com. 

Media Contact:
LG Electronics North America

John I. Taylor
+1 202 719 3490 
john.taylor@lge.com 

News Summary:

  • Smart home innovations, voice-enabled appliances and IoT sensors aim to empower independence and improve daily life.
  • LG Electronics is leverging the transformative power of AI and IoT to create inclusive experiences for people with disabilities.
  • The company’s significant presence at 2026 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference supports LG’s “A Better Life for All” global ESG vision. 

ANAHEIM, Calif., March 12, 2026 /3BL/ – AI-enabled smart home and accessibility solutions designed to address the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities were demonstrated for the first time by global home appliance innovator LG Electronics at the 2026 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference in Anaheim, Calif.

Building on its presence as the first home appliance company to exhibit at last year’s event, LG showcased the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) to create inclusive experiences through its enhanced product lineup supporting the company’s global ESG vision: “A Better Life for All.”

AI-enabled user-centric smart home features deliver accessible benefits.

“Accessibility continues to guide our innovation philosophy,” said Justin Hong, LG Electronics’ Head of ESG Strategy. “We’re committed to delivering solutions that empower independence and improve daily life, and the new technologies on display at CSUN ’26 exemplified how LG aims to create a better life for all individuals.”

At the 2026 CSUN conference, LG demonstrated its expanded set of smart home features that demonstrate the company’s user-centered approach leveraging AI and IoT to address issues experienced by individuals with disabilities. Featured innovations included ThinQ ON, IoT sensors and visual alerts, as well as the LG Comfort Kit:

  • ThinQ ON: The LG AI hub for accessibility, ThinQ ON provides voice-based control and spoken guidance for appliance operations, supporting users with visual or mobility limitations.
  • IoT Sensor with Visual Alerts: When connected to ThinQ ON, the IoT sensor converts appliance sounds—such as door-open alerts—into light-based notifications, helping deaf and hard-of-hearing users receive important alerts throughout the home.
  • LG Comfort Kit: Developed in response to user concerns, the Comfort Kit includes several accessories to make appliances easier to operate. It features elements such as easy handles for people with limited strength to open the laundry detergent drawer and washer and dryer doors, and an easy-to-use dial for washing machines.

New kiosk incorporates various assistive technologies for B2B applications.

LG also previewed a new accessible B2B kiosk that integrates screen-reader support, height-adjustable display for wheelchair accessibility and sign language video guidance. Co-developed with Dot Inc., a global leader in braille display technology, the kiosk also includes Dot’s tactille braille module and a unified interface designed to support users with visual, hearing and mobility impairments.

LG engages with disability community to advance “Better Life for All” vision.

In addition to the innovations on display at its booth, LG hosted two well-attended sessions, presenting its comprehensive global accessibility initiatives designed to power independent living and inclusive design through collaboration with the disability community. Featuring LG smart home, product and accessible technology experts from the United States and South Korea, the sessions highlighted how AI-enabled accessible technologies and products can help create A Better Life for All.

As part of its global accessibility initiatives, LG invited a teacher and two high school students from the Seoul School for the Deaf to attend the conference. LG’s first youth-oriented accessibility invitation program at CSUN, the program aimed to provide these students firsthand exposure to global accessibility innovations and to encourage peer-to-peer sharing through video content that the students will produce and upload to their school’s YouTube channel. 

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About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com. 

Media Contact:
LG Electronics North America

John I. Taylor
+1 202 719 3490 
john.taylor@lge.com 

News Summary:

  • Smart home innovations, voice-enabled appliances and IoT sensors aim to empower independence and improve daily life.
  • LG Electronics is leverging the transformative power of AI and IoT to create inclusive experiences for people with disabilities.
  • The company’s significant presence at 2026 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference supports LG’s “A Better Life for All” global ESG vision. 

ANAHEIM, Calif., March 12, 2026 /3BL/ – AI-enabled smart home and accessibility solutions designed to address the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities were demonstrated for the first time by global home appliance innovator LG Electronics at the 2026 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference in Anaheim, Calif.

Building on its presence as the first home appliance company to exhibit at last year’s event, LG showcased the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) to create inclusive experiences through its enhanced product lineup supporting the company’s global ESG vision: “A Better Life for All.”

AI-enabled user-centric smart home features deliver accessible benefits.

“Accessibility continues to guide our innovation philosophy,” said Justin Hong, LG Electronics’ Head of ESG Strategy. “We’re committed to delivering solutions that empower independence and improve daily life, and the new technologies on display at CSUN ’26 exemplified how LG aims to create a better life for all individuals.”

At the 2026 CSUN conference, LG demonstrated its expanded set of smart home features that demonstrate the company’s user-centered approach leveraging AI and IoT to address issues experienced by individuals with disabilities. Featured innovations included ThinQ ON, IoT sensors and visual alerts, as well as the LG Comfort Kit:

  • ThinQ ON: The LG AI hub for accessibility, ThinQ ON provides voice-based control and spoken guidance for appliance operations, supporting users with visual or mobility limitations.
  • IoT Sensor with Visual Alerts: When connected to ThinQ ON, the IoT sensor converts appliance sounds—such as door-open alerts—into light-based notifications, helping deaf and hard-of-hearing users receive important alerts throughout the home.
  • LG Comfort Kit: Developed in response to user concerns, the Comfort Kit includes several accessories to make appliances easier to operate. It features elements such as easy handles for people with limited strength to open the laundry detergent drawer and washer and dryer doors, and an easy-to-use dial for washing machines.

New kiosk incorporates various assistive technologies for B2B applications.

LG also previewed a new accessible B2B kiosk that integrates screen-reader support, height-adjustable display for wheelchair accessibility and sign language video guidance. Co-developed with Dot Inc., a global leader in braille display technology, the kiosk also includes Dot’s tactille braille module and a unified interface designed to support users with visual, hearing and mobility impairments.

LG engages with disability community to advance “Better Life for All” vision.

In addition to the innovations on display at its booth, LG hosted two well-attended sessions, presenting its comprehensive global accessibility initiatives designed to power independent living and inclusive design through collaboration with the disability community. Featuring LG smart home, product and accessible technology experts from the United States and South Korea, the sessions highlighted how AI-enabled accessible technologies and products can help create A Better Life for All.

As part of its global accessibility initiatives, LG invited a teacher and two high school students from the Seoul School for the Deaf to attend the conference. LG’s first youth-oriented accessibility invitation program at CSUN, the program aimed to provide these students firsthand exposure to global accessibility innovations and to encourage peer-to-peer sharing through video content that the students will produce and upload to their school’s YouTube channel. 

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About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com. 

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HOUSTON, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On the evening of March 11, 2026, The Buzbee Law Firm, led by lawyers Tony Buzbee, Colby Holler, and Hall Sasnett, achieved a verdict of $198.2 million dollars for sexual assault survivor Mary Kristene Chapa. The case was tried in San Patricio County state court. In the civil lawsuit, Chapa alleged that on the night of June 22, 2012, she and her girlfriend Mollie Olgin were at a park in Portland, Texas where they were kidnapped and ultimately shot by David M. Strickland. During the kidnapping, Strickland allegedly sexually assaulted Kristene Chapa prior to shooting both women. 

The damages included $100 million in punitive damages. According to lead trial lawyer Tony Buzbee: “This is one of the largest sexual assault verdicts in the history of the United States. Kristene Chapa is a fighter. She is a survivor. She has attempted to put her life together as best she can, given what David Strickland did to her. She is someone that all should admire. I am proud to represent her in this historic case.”

The Buzbee Law Firm is located in downtown Houston, Texas, and occupies the top floor of the tallest building in Texas. The Firm has been involved in the most high-profile sexual assault cases in the United States and has recovered more than $10 Billion for its clients.

Inquiries:

Attorney Tony Buzbee: tbuzbee@txattorneys.com; 713-223-5393.

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