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Data Breach Alert: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Figure Lending Corp. Data Breach Affecting Nearly 1 Million Users
CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is actively investigating data privacy claims arising from the Figure Lending Corp. data breach. On January 28, 2026, Figure Technology experienced an incident in which personal data was...
Más que energía hoy: dando forma al futuro PV & ESS de Australia
SYDNEY, Australia, 10 de abril de 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, el proveedor líder mundial de inversores fotovoltaicos y sistemas de almacenamiento de energía, presenta sus últimas innovaciones: PowerTitan 3.0 con diseño de bloque de CA y solución híbrida en la Cumbre Sungrow PV & ESS en...
FIFA World Cup 2026: Atlanta/College Park
When the FIFA World Cup comes to Atlanta on June 15, it will be one of the most-played host cities in the United States, hosting eight matches through June and […] The post FIFA World Cup 2026: Atlanta/College Park appeared first on Smart Meetings.
See Inside This Japanese Skateboarding Festival's US Debut in Long Beach
Japanese group KASSO introduced its non-competitive festival format to American fans.
12 New Venues in Las Vegas for Spring 2026 Meetings and Events
Take a peek at these trending restaurants, resorts, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in Las Vegas.
Inside the Building of a Community: Cybersecurity Marketing Society Co-Founder Gianna Whitver Shares Insights
CHICAGO — Have you ever wondered what it would take to build a membership-organization from the ground up and launch events to connect a community in-person? Gianna Whitver can tell you how to get it done. She is the Co-Founder of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society, which she and her Co-Founder,…
IFAT Munich Celebrates 60 Years of Circularity with Expanded Formats
MUNICH, Germany — For the last 60 years, IFAT Munich has built a strong reputation as a global meeting place where environmental technology innovation meets sustainability implementation. The event has become the leading trade show for environmental technologies in the entire value chain —…
When Is the Optimal Time for Committing to Exhibitions?
Jack Saward, director of Saward Marketing & Events, reveals why a strategic approach to trade show commitments can boost exhibitor outcomes—turning booths into powerful business opportunities.
AEO renews strategic HR partnership with Leadership Connect Solutions
The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) has renewed its partnership with Leadership Connect Solutions (LCS), continuing its focus on helping members attract, develop and retain talent through practical support across mentoring, leadership development and HR advisory. The agreement, which runs to…
HIMSS26: Corporate Exhibitors Talk Booth Design and Engagement Strategies
With the theme of reimagining health through information and technology, the 2026 HIMSS Global Health Conference and Exhibition brought together more than 28,000 clinicians, executives, policy makers and industry leaders from across the world to the Venetian Expo Center in Las Vegas on March 9-12.…
Designing for Discovery: The Disney Playbook Your Event is Missing
Have you ever considered that the reason younger attendees aren’t engaging with your trade show as much as you’d like may be poor design? Drawing on lessons from Disney’s legendary approach to guest experience, Rich Vallaster reveals why most show floors are built for directories, not discovery.…
CANADA: Stage Struck! Festival, Ottawa Tourism's Shine On Awards, Jurassic Kingdom Returns to Canada, and More
US: Analog Events' New Creative Director, Nashville Hotel Renovation, Meow Wolf's New CEO, and More
China Cycle – China International Bicycle Fair 2026: Complete Event Overview
Introduction to China Cycle – China International Bicycle Fair 2026 The China Cycle – China International Bicycle Fair is one of the most prestigious and influential international trade exhibitions dedicated to the bicycle, e-bike, and two-wheeler industry. Recognized globally as a major sourcing…
Fresh India Show 2026: India’s Leading Fresh Produce Trade Exhibition
Fresh India Show is set to be one of the most influential trade exhibitions for the fresh produce industry in India. Taking place from 29–30 May 2026 in Mumbai, this premier event will bring together key stakeholders from across the agricultural and fresh produce value chain. From growers and…
Exhibit3Sixty receives Better Stands Gold Award
Exhibit 3Sixty, an exhibition contractor, has been awarded the Better Stands Gold award for its collaboration with premium appliance brand ASKO at kbb Birmingham, held from 5–8 March 2026. The certification, issued by Informa Markets, represents the highest level of the Better Stands framework,…
The Box – Wyboston Lakes Resort unveils a striking new space for inspiring, imaginative events
Wyboston Lakes Resort has unveiled The Box, a striking new, premium-quality, flexible space designed as the perfect blank canvas for imaginative exhibitions, conferences, dinners, and product launches. Available from July 2026, this purpose-built, contemporary exhibition-style space offers 900…
AV-ICN Expo 2026: India’s Premier Audiovisual Technology Exhibition
AV-ICN Expo 2026 is set to be one of India’s most influential and forward-looking trade exhibitions dedicated to the audiovisual (AV) industry. Bringing together technology innovators, manufacturers, system integrators, and decision-makers, AV-ICN Expo will serve as a comprehensive platform to…
Freemans appoints projects director to drive strategic growth
Freemans Event Partners in the UK has appointed Roger Lowe as projects director, a strategic role focused on driving new ventures, partnerships, and commercial growth across the business. Lowe brings extensive experience across motorsport, live entertainment, and venue development. He spent eight…
Do You Sleep Well at Night? The Hidden Stress of In‑House Event Managers
James Dickson interviews Alex Pearn, CEO of ClinkClink, about their new report ‘Do You Sleep Well at Night? Sleep, Stress and Wellbeing in UK Event Management’, which examines how in-house event managers experience stress, poor sleep and post-event crashes, and why last-minute changes and…