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Retailers Help Mitigate Risk with Oracle's AI-Driven Supply Chain Collaboration
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Jan. 25 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release:
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Retailers Help Mitigate Risk with Oracle's AI-Driven Supply Chain Collaboration
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Oracle today unveiled Oracle Retail Supply Chain Collaboration. The new cloud solution enables retailers to more easily navigate an increasingly unpredictable and complex supplier landscape to enhance operational oversight, efficiency, vendor coordination, and compliance to help protect margins and customer satisfaction.
The solution helps address
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REDWOOD SHORES, California, Jan. 25 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release:
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Retailers Help Mitigate Risk with Oracle's AI-Driven Supply Chain Collaboration
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Oracle today unveiled Oracle Retail Supply Chain Collaboration. The new cloud solution enables retailers to more easily navigate an increasingly unpredictable and complex supplier landscape to enhance operational oversight, efficiency, vendor coordination, and compliance to help protect margins and customer satisfaction.
The solution helps addresssupply chain risk by delivering actionable, data-driven insights that improve forecast accuracy and alert retailers to pending supply chain disruptions, such as, shifts in consumer demands or regulatory changes that could disrupt and delay inventory shipments. Within the system, retailers can issue urgent notifications to inform users of changes, expectations, and needed activities and also signal suppliers to expedite next step actions and acknowledgments.
Integrated with Oracle Retail Merchandising Foundation Cloud Service (MFCS), the solution empowers retailers to collaborate directly with suppliers to assess sites, production facilities, and other critical measures to enable a thorough pre-selection and ongoing review process. By doing so, retailers can simplify their merchandising operations utilizing a unified portal to access and analyze valuable supplier data and foster more efficient, effective merchandising strategies.
See the solution in action at NRF, booth #5739, January 11-13 in New York. Book a demo or learn more at: https://engage.oracle.com/oracleatnrf
"From natural disasters to shifting global trade conditions, retailers are in a constant battle to better balance their supply chains to meet customer expectations, comply with ESG and regulatory requirements, and protect their bottom line," said Paul Woodward, global vice president, Oracle Retail Products. "This solution gives retailers the AI-and data-driven visibility and intelligence needed to navigate complex supply chain and vendor relationships to help mitigate financial, operational, and reputational risks."
Enhanced supplier coordination and compliance
With Oracle Retail Supply Chain Collaboration, retailers can more confidently manage their merchandising operations at a global scale by aligning practices with business objectives, compliance standards, and sustainability goals-from the pre-selection process through order fulfilment. Categorized activity lists help both retailer and suppliers easily organize and filter process activities by status and responsibility while assignment list views offer quick actions for updating process, activity, site, and document statuses directly to streamline workflow management and improve productivity. Retailers can also customize audit notifications to deliver more targeted, manageable communications. Planned AI digital assistant capabilities are being developed to enable retailers to reduce hassle and save time by using simple prompts to find and summarize key supplier information. In addition, the direct integration of supplier sites from Oracle Retail Merchandising Foundation Cloud Service with Supply Chain Collaboration enables the automatic creation of product records at the style or SKU level-based items. This one-way integration leverages MFCS APIs to retrieve items and create or update product records using supplier and item codes as common identifiers to streamline product data synchronization.
Other core benefits of the solution enable retailers to:
* Data Sharing and Collaboration : Share practices, policies, and critical information with suppliers, fostering transparency and better coordination
* Sustainability and Compliance: Collect sustainability certifications, quality assurances, and compliance audits and assessments to make more informed decisions and maintain high standards
* Evaluation and Pre-selection: Evaluate, score, and grade items to pre-select and continuously monitor suppliers, supporting ongoing compliance
* Streamline Merchandising: Delegate specific responsibilities to suppliers and share data through a centralized portal to improve merchandising operations and efficiency
* Contextual Workflows: Create, review, and approve essential merchandising data using contextual workflows, offering a structured and organized process
Join us at NRF booth #5739 or learn more at Oracle.com/retail or LinkedIn.
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Original text here: https://www.oracle.com/news/announcement/retailers-help-mitigate-risk-with-oracles-ai-driven-supply-chain-collaboration-2026-01-11/
Xcel Energy Encourages Customers to Consider Conserving Energy as Cold Weather Causes Higher Wholesale Natural Gas Prices
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 24 -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release:
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Xcel Energy encourages customers to consider conserving energy as cold weather causes higher wholesale natural gas prices
Customers can take action to reduce the impact on their energy bills
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As cold weather across a significant portion of the U.S. increases demand for natural gas, Xcel Energy would like its customers to be aware of a short-term increase in the price of wholesale natural gas the company purchases from its suppliers.
Xcel Energy passes along the wholesale cost of natural gas to its customers,
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 24 -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release:
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Xcel Energy encourages customers to consider conserving energy as cold weather causes higher wholesale natural gas prices
Customers can take action to reduce the impact on their energy bills
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As cold weather across a significant portion of the U.S. increases demand for natural gas, Xcel Energy would like its customers to be aware of a short-term increase in the price of wholesale natural gas the company purchases from its suppliers.
Xcel Energy passes along the wholesale cost of natural gas to its customers,and it does not make a profit on it. Customer bill impacts from the higher natural gas prices over the next few days are not expected to be significant and will add less than a dollar per month to the average residential customer's bill over the coming year.
While we have taken steps to mitigate the impacts to customer bills from the higher natural gas prices, customers may want to consider conserving energy for the next few days.
Xcel Energy purchases natural gas to deliver to its customers and to use to generate electricity. Cold weather across a large section of the U.S. is affecting production of and demand for natural gas, which leads to higher wholesale prices. The increase in wholesale prices is significantly smaller than the increase experienced several years ago during Winter Storm Uri.
Xcel Energy works hard to keep costs low for customers, leading to natural gas rates that are among the lowest in the nation, remaining 27% below the national average since 2015. Average natural gas bills that have been about 18% below the national and state averages over the last decade. Customers' natural gas bills so far this winter have been lower than last winter, with the milder weather.
The biggest step customers can take to conserve is by lowering their thermostats a few degrees, if they have a natural gas furnace. Savings tips include:
* Lower your thermostat - During winter months, set the thermostat between 65-70 degrees while you're home, and 58 degrees when you're away. A programmable thermostat automatically adjusts the temperature based on your routine and could help you save on heating costs.
* Let the sunlight in and keep the cold out - Open blinds to take advantage of the sun's warmth during the day but close them at night to insulate against the cold air outside.
* Make sure exterior doors are fully closed - A major source of a home's heat loss is from exterior doors that are left cracked open or not latched.
* Use fans to your advantage - During colder months, run ceiling fans clockwise, so the warm air near the ceiling is forced down.
* Keep your oven's heat where it belongs - Use your oven light or timer to avoid opening it often while you cook; each time the door is opened even for just a few seconds, the temperature drops 25 degrees.
* Lower your water heater's temperature or insulate it - By lowering your water heater's temperature 10 degrees, you can save 3-5% on your water heating costs; be sure to keep it at least 120 degrees. You can also insulate it to maximize efficiency.
* Keep filters clean - Dirty furnace filters reduce airflow, requiring your furnace to work harder and use more energy. Change the filter once a month during the winter to reduce your heating costs by 5-15%.
* Don't let the heat escape - Affordable window sealing kits can be found in most local home improvement stores and can help you save. Have your home evaluated for leaky ducts, drafts around doors and windows, fireplace dampers and other places where air might escape.
* Improve insulation - Improving the insulation of walls, crawl spaces, floors and heating ducts is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to reduce energy costs, saving you up to 10% on your monthly energy bill.
More information on ways to save energy can be found on the Energy- Opens in new window Saving Tips page- Opens in new window at xcelenergy.com. While natural gas price increases primarily affect the bills of natural gas customers, the company also purchases natural gas to generate electricity, so electric customers may see some savings by conserving as well.
Xcel Energy takes many steps to minimize the impact of natural gas price fluctuations on customer bills, including purchasing and storing a portion of its expected natural gas needs for the winter heating season before winter, when prices are lower. For the company's electric service, it uses a broad range of electricity sources to help minimize the effect of natural gas price increases on electric bills.
Xcel Energy will always work with customers to provide options such as payment plans and assistance programs to get them through difficult times. If you're facing challenges paying your energy bills, you are encouraged to contact Xcel Energy to set up a payment arrangement or learn more about assistance options that may be available. Learn more by visiting xcelenergy.com/EnergyAssistance- Opens in new window or by calling 1-800-895-4999. You can also enroll in the Averaged Monthly Payment program- Opens in new window to help make your monthly energy bills more predictable.
As an important safety reminder, if customers ever detect a sulfur or rotten egg smell inside or near their home, it could be the odorant that Xcel Energy puts in natural gas to help detect leaks. If they notice that smell, customers should leave home immediately and should not turn any electrical devices on or off, use a garage door opener, or use any phone until they are outside and away. Once outside, they should call Xcel Energy at 1-800-895-2999. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
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About Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider, dedicated to serving millions of customers with excellence. We make energy work better for customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar -- delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient and sustainable energy. We are committed to leading the clean energy transition, meeting our customers' need for more, cleaner power, while keeping bills as low as possible. Because the people we serve depend on us to power their lives. Headquartered in Minneapolis, we work every day to generate and distribute electricity and gas to customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico, and Texas.
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Original text here: https://newsroom.xcelenergy.com/news/xcel-energy-encourages-customers-to-consider-conserving-energy-as-cold-weather-causes-higher-wholesale-natural-gas-prices-6916160
[Category: BizEnergy]
Trelegy Ellipta Approved in China for Use in Adults With Uncontrolled Asthma
LONDON, England, Jan. 24 -- GSK (formerly GlaxoSmithKline), a biopharmaceutical company, issued the following news release on Jan. 23, 2026:
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Trelegy Ellipta approved in China for use in adults with uncontrolled asthma
- Asthma indication introduces an important option for patients with uncontrolled symptoms
- Approval adds to existing indication in COPD, making Trelegy Ellipta the only single inhaler triple therapy available for both respiratory conditions in China
- Approximately 46 million adults in China have asthma1, with around half experiencing uncontrolled symptoms, putting them
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LONDON, England, Jan. 24 -- GSK (formerly GlaxoSmithKline), a biopharmaceutical company, issued the following news release on Jan. 23, 2026:
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Trelegy Ellipta approved in China for use in adults with uncontrolled asthma
- Asthma indication introduces an important option for patients with uncontrolled symptoms
- Approval adds to existing indication in COPD, making Trelegy Ellipta the only single inhaler triple therapy available for both respiratory conditions in China
- Approximately 46 million adults in China have asthma1, with around half experiencing uncontrolled symptoms, putting themat increased risk of exacerbations2
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GSK plc (LSE/NYSE: GSK) today announced that China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has approved a new indication for Trelegy Ellipta (fluticasone furoate / umeclidinium / vilanterol 'FF/UMEC/VI') for the treatment of patients with asthma aged 18 years and older, adding to its current license for use in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The approval means that FF/UMEC/VI is the first and only single inhaler triple therapy (SITT) approved for the maintenance treatment of both respiratory conditions in the country.
Approval was based on GSK's CAPTAIN study which showed that in patients uncontrolled on inhaled corticosteroids/long-acting beta agonist (ICS/LABA), the additional bronchodilation provided by FF/UMEC/VI demonstrated significant improvements in lung function compared with FF/VI.
Kaivan Khavandi, Senior Vice President, Global Head, Respiratory, Immunology and Inflammation, R&D said: "Early intervention with a single inhaler triple therapy can improve clinical outcomes for suitable patients with uncontrolled asthma. Today's approval gives patients whose condition is not optimally managed, and therefore at increased risk of experiencing exacerbations, an important option in their care. As a company, we are committed to help change the course of disease and make clinical remission, where patients' disease has sustained control, an ambitious but attainable treatment goal."
Asthma is one of the most prevalent chronic respiratory diseases in China, with approximately 46 million adults affected nationwide1. Despite established treatment recommendations, around half of patients experience uncontrolled symptoms, increasing the likelihood of exacerbations and reduced quality of life.2,3,4 This new indication for our already established SITT in COPD presents an important option for patients with uncontrolled asthma in China who would benefit from an ICS/LAMA/LABA in a once-daily inhalation.
FF/UMEC/VI is now approved by NMPA in 100/62.5/25mcg strength for both asthma and COPD indications and in 200/62.5/25mcg strength for asthma only.
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About Trelegy Ellipta (FF/UMEC/VI)
FF/UMEC/VI is a combination of three molecules in a single inhaler that only needs to be taken in a single inhalation, once a day. It contains fluticasone furoate (FF), an inhaled corticosteroid, umeclidinium (UMEC), a long-acting muscarinic antagonist; and vilanterol (VI), a long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist, delivered in GSK's Ellipta dry powder inhaler.
FF/UMEC/VI was approved in China under the brand name Trelegy Ellipta in 2019 for the long-term, once-daily maintenance treatment of patients with COPD.
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About the CAPTAIN Study
CAPTAIN (Clinical study of Asthma Patients receiving Triple therapy through A single INhaler) was a randomised, double-blind, active controlled, six-arm parallel group, global multicentre study evaluating FF/UMEC/VI (100/62.5/25 mcg, 200/62.5/25 mcg, 100/31.25/25 mcg, and 200/31.25/25 mcg) versus FF/VI (100/25 mcg and 200/25 mcg) given once-daily to patients whose asthma was inadequately controlled despite treatment with ICS/LABA (>250 mcg/day fluticasone propionate, or equivalent) maintenance asthma medication. In the study, 2,436 patients were treated across 15 countries with approximately 400 patients randomly assigned to each of the six treatment arms.
Data from the study demonstrated mean (95% confidence interval) improvements in FEV1 change from baseline of 110ml for FF/UMEC/VI 100/62.5/25 ug versus FF/VI 100/25 ug (95% CI 66-153; p<0.0001) and 92ml for FF/UMEC/VI 200/62.5/25 ug versus FF/VI 200/25 ug (49-135; p<0.0001).
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About GSK in respiratory
GSK continues to build on decades of pioneering work to deliver more ambitious treatment goals, develop the next generation standard of care, and redefine the future of respiratory medicine for hundreds of millions of people with respiratory diseases. With an industry-leading respiratory portfolio and pipeline of vaccines, targeted biologics, and inhaled medicines, GSK is focused on improving outcomes and the lives of people living with all types of asthma and COPD along with less understood refractory chronic cough or rarer conditions like systemic sclerosis with interstitial lung disease. GSK is harnessing the latest science and technology with the aim of modifying the underlying disease dysfunction and preventing progression.
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About GSK
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. Find out more at gsk.com.
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Cautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements
GSK cautions investors that any forward-looking statements or projections made by GSK, including those made in this announcement, are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Such factors include, but are not limited to, those described in the "Risk Factors" section in GSK's Annual Report on Form 20-F for 2024, and GSK's Q3 Results for 2025.
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References
1. Huang K, Yang T, Xu J, et al. Prevalence, risk factors, and management of asthma in China: a national cross-sectional study. Lancet. 2019;394(10196):407-418. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(19)31147-X
2. Huang K, Liu M, Wang W, et al. (2025), Asthma Control and Risk Factors for Poor Asthma Outcomes in Chinese Asthma Patients: Baseline Analysis of a Multi-Centre, Single-Arm Study (CARE4ALL). Allergy, 80:1487-1490. DOI:10.1111/all.16522
3. Peters SP, Ferguson G, Deniz Y, et al. Uncontrolled asthma: a review of the prevalence, disease burden and options for treatment. Respir Med. 2006 Jul;100(7):1139-5. DOI:10.1016/j.rmed.2006.03.031
4. Pavord ID, Mathieson N, Scowcroft A, et al. The impact of poor asthma control among asthma patients treated with inhaled corticosteroids plus long-acting beta agonists in the United Kingdom: a cross-sectional analyis. NPJ Prim Care Respir Med 2017;27(1):17. DOI:10.1038/s41533-017-0014-1
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Original text here: https://www.gsk.com/en-gb/media/press-releases/trelegy-ellipta-approved-in-china/
[Category: BizPharmaceuticals]
Tailored Treatment Approach Shows Promise for Reducing Suicide & Self-harm Risk in Teens & Young Adults
LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 24 (TNSrep) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release:
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Tailored treatment approach shows promise for reducing suicide and self-harm risk in teens and young adults
Largest randomized trial of stratified stepped-care for youth suicide prevention demonstrates significant reductions in self-harm behaviors
Closeup of stressed teenage girl talking to mental health therapist in session
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A new study by UCLA and Kaiser Permanente Northwest's Center for Health Research demonstrates a health care approach matching treatment intensity to individual risk
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LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 24 (TNSrep) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release:
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Tailored treatment approach shows promise for reducing suicide and self-harm risk in teens and young adults
Largest randomized trial of stratified stepped-care for youth suicide prevention demonstrates significant reductions in self-harm behaviors
Closeup of stressed teenage girl talking to mental health therapist in session
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A new study by UCLA and Kaiser Permanente Northwest's Center for Health Research demonstrates a health care approach matching treatment intensity to individual risklevels can significantly reduce self-harm and depression among at-risk adolescents and young adults while improving patient satisfaction with care.
The randomized clinical trial, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, is the largest study to date evaluating a stratified stepped-care approach for reducing suicide risk in young Americans.
Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the U.S. Self-harm, including suicide attempts and self-injury, is even more common and represents the leading cause of morbidity worldwide for youth ages 10-24. Self-harming behavior is also a strong predictor of future suicide attempts and deaths, making early intervention critical to save lives, said study first author Dr. Joan Asarnow of UCLA Health.
Existing therapies such as dialectical behavior therapy have shown benefits but are time- and resource-intensive for both patients and healthcare systems.
The new study (https://www.jaacap.org/action/showPdf?pii=S0890-8567%2825%2902238-5) sought to test the efficacy of a stepped-care and care-stratification model to match treatment intensity to the patient's needs.
Researchers enrolled 301 youth ages 12-24 who were at elevated risk for suicide or self-harm and compared two approaches:
1. Zero Suicide Quality Improvement (ZSQI): a health system-wide initiative featuring improved suicide-risk screening, treatment access, electronic health record safety planning templates and continuous quality improvement.
2. ZSQI Plus Stratified Stepped-Care for Suicide Prevention: An enhanced ZSQI approach that triaged youth to different levels of care based on assessed risk using a dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)-informed cognitive-behavioral therapy model. Lower-risk youth received care management, monitoring and digital mental health tools, while higher-risk youth were offered additional DBT skills groups and individual therapy.
Key Findings
Over the 12-month study period, researchers found:
* 54% reduction in self-harm risk among youth receiving the stepped-care approach compared to standard quality improvement alone
* Significant reduction in depression severity among stepped-care participants
* Higher patient satisfaction with mental health care in the stepped care group
* No deaths in either group during study period
* Lower-than-expected suicide attempt rates in both groups
Asarnow said the stepped-care model offers a potentially scalable solution for health systems to match treatment intensity to patient needs, providing effective yet less resource-intensive treatment for youth with lower risk and reserving more intensive services for higher-risk patients.
"Our results suggest the promise of combining health system quality improvement initiatives with stratified, stepped care that provides more intensive treatment services as assessed risk levels increase," said Asarnow, professor of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at UCLA and director of the UCLA Center for Adolescent Suicide and Self Harm Treatment and Prevention & the UCLA Youth Stress and Mood Program. "This approach can lead to significant reductions in self-harm and depression with high levels of patient satisfaction."
The study also maintained high follow-up rates, with 94% of participants completing at least one follow-up assessment over the 12-month period.
While the study did not find significant differences in suicide attempts between groups, lower-than-expected attempt rates were observed in both conditions supporting other research indicating that health system quality improvement using the Zero Suicide Model can lead to reductions in suicide attempts. The researchers note that the significant reduction in self-harm represents an important clinical outcome, as self-harm is associated with elevated risk of later suicide attempts and deaths as well as significant morbidity.
Further research is needed to clarify optimal suicide and self-harm prevention strategies that can be implemented within health care systems, Asarnow said.
New study demonstrates the value of delivering suicide prevention care within health systems.
The study was funded by the National Institute of Mental Health.
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Original text here: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/release/tailored-treatment-approach-shows-promise-reducing-suicide
[Category: Medical]
Radisson Hotel Group Expands in Indore With Opening of Its First Radisson RED, Marking Another Growth Milestone
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, Jan. 24 -- Rezidor Hotel Group issued the following news release:
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Radisson Hotel Group expands in Indore with the opening of its first Radisson RED, marking another growth milestone
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the opening of Radisson RED Indore, a significant milestone in its expansion across India. Designed to redefine Indore's hospitality scene, the hotel features 115 stylish rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a state-of-the-art fitness center and stunning rooftop infinity pool. Radisson RED Indore offers travelers with a vibrant, social, and
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MINNETONKA, Minnesota, Jan. 24 -- Rezidor Hotel Group issued the following news release:
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Radisson Hotel Group expands in Indore with the opening of its first Radisson RED, marking another growth milestone
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the opening of Radisson RED Indore, a significant milestone in its expansion across India. Designed to redefine Indore's hospitality scene, the hotel features 115 stylish rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a state-of-the-art fitness center and stunning rooftop infinity pool. Radisson RED Indore offers travelers with a vibrant, social, andconnected experience, setting a new benchmark for contemporary stays in the city.
Prime location with seamless connectivity
Strategically located on MR-10 Road, Radisson RED Indore offers easy access to the city's business districts, shopping hubs, and cultural landmarks including Rajwada Palace and Khajrana Temple. The hotel features 115 well-appointed rooms and suites, each designed with bold accents, modern comforts, and smart in-room technology.
Guests can dine at The Red Table, an all-day dining restaurant serving global favorites and local specialties with a creative twist such as Singaporean Chilli Fish, Choice of Mutton Curry and Bhopali Murgh Rezala, or unwind at Off The Clock, a chic high-energy bar that doubles as a social hub.
Additional facilities include RED Fit, a state-of-the-art fitness center; RED Splash, a rooftop infinity pool with panoramic city views; and RED Conclave, a modern boardroom for intimate corporate meetings.
Poised to become a new hotspot for events and celebrations, the hotel offers dynamic indoor and outdoor venues for weddings, parties, and social gatherings, complete with curated menus and immersive setups. Whether for business or leisure, Radisson RED Indore creates a seamless blend of comfort, style, and connectivity, reflecting the city's youthful and entrepreneurial energy.
Second Radisson RED fuels RHG's lifestyle growth
"We are delighted to introduce Radisson RED to Indore, furthering our vision of building a strong presence in India's high-potential Tier II and III markets. Indore represents the new face of urban India which is energetic, aspirational, and deeply connected and Radisson RED's bold, lifestyle-driven personality fits seamlessly into this environment. Our strategy continues to focus on creating differentiated experiences that resonate with modern travelers who seek more than accommodation, but spaces that inspire interaction, creativity, and community. With this launch, we are reinforcing Radisson Hotel Group's commitment to offering dynamic, design-led hospitality across India's evolving cityscapes," said Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director and COO, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.
Celebrating strong partnership with the opening of a second RED
"Partnering with Radisson Hotel Group is a significant milestone for us. Our association with Radisson Hotel Group spans over 20 years, and we are proud to strengthen this relationship with our second hotel after Radisson RED Chandigarh Mohali. By combining the Group's global expertise with our local market knowledge, we aim to introduce a fresh, lifestyle-led hospitality experience to Indore. Radisson Hotel Group's reputation for excellence and innovation aligns perfectly with our vision for the hotel. We are confident that Radisson RED Indore will become a destination for the city's new-age travelers and social connectors," said Sunil Satija, Managing Director, Bestech India Pvt Ltd.
"Our partnership with Radisson Hotel Group for Radisson RED Indore is built on a shared vision to introduce distinctive, lifestyle-led hospitality to high-growth cities like Indore. The Group's strong brand equity, operational expertise, and deep understanding of evolving traveler expectations have been instrumental in shaping this hotel. Together, we have created a property that aligns global standards with the character and energy of the city. We are confident that Radisson RED Indore will set a new benchmark for contemporary hospitality in the region and deliver long-term value for the market," said Dharmendra Bhandari, Managing Director, Bestech India Pvt Ltd.
Indore: A thriving market for lifestyle hospitality
Known as the commercial capital of Madhya Pradesh, Indore continues to witness strong economic growth and rising demand for lifestyle hospitality experiences. The hotel caters to both business and leisure travelers seeking a vibrant, design-led stay infused with the city's energy.
Radisson Hotel Group continues to command a leading presence in the Indian market and is one of the country's largest international hotel operators with over 200 hotels in operation and development. It continues to be the largest hotel operator in a tier-1 market like Delhi NCR, while over 50% of its portfolio is in tier-2 and 3 markets such as Prayagraj, Guwahati, Vellore and Bhopal.
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Original text here: https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/corporate/media/press-releases/radisson-hotel-group-expands-in-indore-with-the-opening-of-its-first-radisson-red-marking-another-growth-milestone
[Category: BizTravel]
Morgan Stanley Ranked #1 U.S. OCIO Provider in Inaugural Chestnut Institute Market Leader Awards
NEW YORK, Jan. 24 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release:
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Morgan Stanley Ranked #1 U.S. OCIO Provider in Inaugural Chestnut Institute Market Leader Awards
* $246.9B in U.S. OCIO AUM places the Firm at the top of the inaugural Chestnut Solutions Institute OCIO Market Leader Awards.
* Chestnut forecasts $2.6 trillion in new OCIO AUM will be added over the next five years.
* Morgan Stanley OCIO recognized in 7 additional categories.
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Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) has been ranked the #1 Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO)
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NEW YORK, Jan. 24 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release:
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Morgan Stanley Ranked #1 U.S. OCIO Provider in Inaugural Chestnut Institute Market Leader Awards
* $246.9B in U.S. OCIO AUM places the Firm at the top of the inaugural Chestnut Solutions Institute OCIO Market Leader Awards.
* Chestnut forecasts $2.6 trillion in new OCIO AUM will be added over the next five years.
* Morgan Stanley OCIO recognized in 7 additional categories.
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Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) has been ranked the #1 Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO)provider in the United States with $246.9 billion in U.S. OCIO AUM, according to Chestnut Solutions Institute's inaugural OCIO Market Leader Awards.1 The distinction recognizes the Firm's industry leading scale, capabilities, and commitment to delivering high quality investment solutions to institutional clients.
The Institute's accompanying report found that, in 2025, increased OCIO adoption was on the rise: The U.S. market expanded by 16% to $2.5 trillion, representing 75% of total global OCIO AUM, while non-U.S. regions experienced double digit growth. Chestnut forecasts $2.6 trillion in new OCIO AUM will be added over the next five years, to reach $4.38 trillion in the U.S. and $5.78 trillion globally by 2030./1
Awards were presented to the five largest OCIO providers by 2025 AUM across nine categories. In addition to the #1 U.S. ranking, Morgan Stanley was also recognized across seven other key categories:
* #2 Union/Multi-Employer OCIO - $41.7 billion AUM
* #2 Private Wealth OCIO - $86.7 billion AUM
* #3 Global Corporate DC OCIO - $71.7 billion AUM
* #3 Global Non Profit OCIO - $39.4 billion AUM
* #5 Global OCIO (All Mandates) - $278.6 billion AUM
* #5 Insurance OCIO - $5.0 billion AUM
* #5 Public Retirement OCIO - $8.8 billion AUM
"The Chestnut Solutions Institute's new standards represent a watershed moment for the OCIO industry, and we are proud to be there to set a new bar for comparability and transparency," said Sona Menon, Head of OCIO at Morgan Stanley. "Our team remains dedicated to delivering customized, high touch OCIO solutions that help clients strengthen governance, enhance long term performance, and meet their investment objectives."
"We are humbled to be recognized as the #1 OCIO provider in the United States," said Jeremy France, Head of Institutional Consulting Solutions at Morgan Stanley. "This affirms the trust our clients place in us and the strength of our model--pairing boutique level attention with the breadth, depth, and insight of Morgan Stanley. We are committed to delivering solutions built on transparency, rigor, and a deep understanding of our clients' long term goals."
"This recognition reflects the differentiated investment capabilities we bring to institutional clients navigating increasingly complex markets," said Lisa Shalett, Chief Investment Officer, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. "Our OCIO platform draws on the full power of Morgan Stanley's global research, portfolio construction expertise, and risk management tools. We are proud to bring these institutional grade capabilities to organizations shaping the future of their communities and industries."
The Chestnut Solutions Institute's Market Leader Awards identify the five largest OCIO providers across nine categories based on 2025 assets under management (AUM). The rankings were released as part of the Institute's 2025 Global OCIO Study, a comprehensive assessment of the global OCIO landscape. The report reflects data from 56 global respondent firms, representing 82% of global OCIO AUM, and provides transparency on mandate structures, asset allocation, provider capabilities, and fee arrangements. Eligibility for the awards was limited to firms that participated in the study, underscoring a commitment to adopting consistent standards and advancing data quality across the OCIO marketplace.
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1. Chestnut Solutions Institute. "Measuring the Global OCIO Marketplace: 2025 Global OCIO Study Findings." January 2026.
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About Morgan Stanley Institutional Consulting Solutions
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Lockheed Martin Accelerates Next Generation Command & Control Capabilities and Real-Time Decision Making at Lightning Surge 1
BETHESDA, Maryland, Jan. 24 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Lockheed Martin posted the following news release:
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Lockheed Martin Accelerates Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) Capabilities and Real-Time Decision Making at Lightning Surge 1
SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii, Jan. 23, 2026 - In collaboration with the 25th Infantry Division (25ID), CPE C3N, multiple U.S. Army stakeholders and several industry partners including Raft and Accelint, Lockheed Martin delivered and successfully demonstrated the first iteration of a Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototype at Lightning Surge
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BETHESDA, Maryland, Jan. 24 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Lockheed Martin posted the following news release:
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Lockheed Martin Accelerates Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) Capabilities and Real-Time Decision Making at Lightning Surge 1
SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii, Jan. 23, 2026 - In collaboration with the 25th Infantry Division (25ID), CPE C3N, multiple U.S. Army stakeholders and several industry partners including Raft and Accelint, Lockheed Martin delivered and successfully demonstrated the first iteration of a Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototype at Lightning Surge1 (LS1). The 25th Infantry Division is one of two Army Divisions selected to experiment with NGC2 capabilities.
Why It Matters
NGC2 is the U.S. Army's effort to fundamentally change how digital mission command is conducted, utilizing a common data layer to provide a continuous common operating picture with a single, integrated view of the battlefield to enable swift and decisive action.
Lockheed Martin is leading an NGC2 prototype effort to provide the Army with warfighting data for decision dominance by unifying it in a single common data layer.
Lockheed Martin's NGC2 prototype will operate on the 25ID's existing transport and compute environment, which will extend across echelons, from Division to Platoon and from cloud to edge.
What We Accomplished
During Lightning Surge 1, the Lockheed Martin team showcased the rapid deployment of prototype capability, only one month after representative NGC2 hardware was delivered and installed to the 25ID's Home Station Mission Command Lab.
To enable commanders and warfighters to make decisions more rapidly, the Lockheed Martin team delivered the foundation of the 25ID's NGC2 prototype with a common data layer augmented by artificial intelligence (AI) tools, one of which enables voice and chat natural language processing for spot reporting.
The common data layer provides the U.S. Army with improved command and control capabilities. Once information is updated in the data layer, it is updated everywhere, in real time, with no more "swivel chair" manual processes. When seconds matter most, that time difference is critical.
"Our goal during the NGC2 Lightning Surge events is to prove speed and warfighter centered development at every step," said Chandra Marshall, vice president at Lockheed Martin. "Our team is focused on strong collaboration with the Army and the best of industry partners, while remaining flexible, iterating in real time and accelerating the delivery of capability."
Open by Design
Lockheed Martin serves as the U.S. Army's Team Lead for the 25th Infantry Division NGC2 prototype, collaborating with several best-of-breed industry partners, such as Raft and Accelint, and continuously expanding the team by identifying compelling new capabilities to onboard and scale.
By working with industry partners and combining our strengths, we are establishing a solid framework and foundation that enables integration and promotes connectivity.
"One of the greatest strengths of the NGC2 team has been the ease of collaboration," said Shubhi Mishra, chief executive officer of Raft. "This effort reflects a true partnership where all members of the team work together with mutual respect, transparency, and a shared commitment to delivering the best possible capability to the Army. As part of the team, Raft is delivering the data layer and AI engine that will enable commanders to see, decide and act faster than any adversary across every domain."
"Our contribution to NGC2 is about giving commanders a clear picture of what is happening across all levels of the fight," said Brian Morrison, chief executive officer of Accelint. "NGC2 has been a truly collaborative effort. By working closely with the Army, Lockheed Martin and other partners, we have been able to pull data from multiple sensors and systems into a mission command interface built for operators. That enables teams to make faster, more confident decisions, stay ahead of evolving threats and maintain a lethal edge in large-scale operations."
What's Next in the Surge?
Each Lightning Surge exercise will add new functionality onto the existing data foundation, demonstrating iterative continuous growth, informed by constant soldier feedback, within the modular architecture that scales from joint fires to multi-domain lethality.
Lightning Surge 2 is already on the calendar in February 2026, and will focus on a fires mission thread supporting the 25ID mission.
Throughout the Lightning Surge exercises, Lockheed Martin, Raft and Accelint are committed to working with the U.S. Army's 25ID, along with multiple stakeholders and industry partners to provide warfighters with the integrated data they need to make faster decisions and ensure lethality across multiple domains.
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About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security(R) vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready.
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Original text here: https://news.lockheedmartin.com/2026-01-23-Lockheed-Martin-Accelerates-Next-Generation-Command-and-Control-NGC2-Capabilities-and-Real-Time-Decision-Making-at-Lightning-Surge-1
