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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Taiwan Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Q1 2025 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The gift card market in Taiwan is expected to grow by 8.9% on annual basis to reach US$3.14 billion in 2025. Taiwan's gift card market experienced robust growth during 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 9.3%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 7.9% during 2025-2029. By the end of 2029, the gift card sector is projected to expand from its 2024 value of USD 2.88 billion to approximately USD 4.25 billion. This report provides a detailed data-centric analysis of the gift card sector in Taiwan, covering market opportunities and risks across consumer segments (retail and corporate); product categories; retail sectors; and store formats. With over 100+ KPIs at the country level, this report provides a comprehensive understanding of gift card market dynamics. It offers a comprehensive analysis of market dynamics in the gift card sector, segmented by digital and e-gift card sales, distribution channels, key occasions, demographic trends, and market share statistics of leading retailers. In addition, it provides a snapshot of consumer behaviour and retail spending dynamics. KPIs in both value and volume terms help in getting an in-depth understanding of end market dynamics. Key Report Features: Comprehensive comprehension of the dynamics of the gift card and incentive card markets: Recognise the opportunities in the market, the main drivers and trends, and the five-year projection for gift and incentive cards in Taiwan. Create strategies tailored to the market: To create your gift card strategy, identify growth categories and target particular opportunities across consumer segments and occasions; evaluate important trends and risks unique to your market. Learn about the attitudes and behaviours of consumers in Taiwan: Increase ROI by understanding how consumer attitudes and behaviours are evolving. With gift cards, you may obtain comprehensive information about retail spending for both corporate and retail customers. Six key performance indicators (KPIs) provide a comprehensive view: the quantity of cards in circulation, load value, unused value, average purchase value, average value per transaction, and transaction value. Distribution channel insights: Recognise the differences in gift card sales across online and offline channels as well as between first-party and third-party sales. Key Attributes: Report Attribute Details No. of Pages 325 Forecast Period 2025 - 2029 Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2025 $3.14 Billion Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2029 $4.25 Billion Compound Annual Growth Rate 7.9% Regions Covered Taiwan Report Scope This report provides in-depth, data-centric analysis of gift card industry in Taiwan through 100+ tables and 280+ charts. Below is a summary of key market segments. Taiwan Total Spend on Gifts By Consumer Segment (Retail and Corporate) By Product Categories (13 Segments) By Retail Sectors (7 Segments) Taiwan Gift Card Market Size by KPIs across Consumer Segments Gross Load Value Transaction Value Unused Value Average Value Per Transaction Transaction Volume Average Value of Card Purchased Number of Cards Taiwan Gift Card Market Size by Consumer Segment Retail Consumer Corporate Consumer (Small Scale, Mid-Tier, Large Enterprise) Taiwan Digital Gift Card Market Size By Retail Consumer By Retail Purchase Occasion By Corporate Consumer By Corporate Purchase Occasion By Company Size Taiwan Gift Card Market Size by Retail Consumer By Functional Attribute By Occasion Festivals & Special Celebration Days Milestone Celebration Self-Use Other Value by Purchase Channel Taiwan Gift Card Spend by Consumer Behavior and Demographics Gift Card Spend by Payment Method Consumer Purchase Behaviour Gift Card Buyer by Age Group Gift Card Buyer by Income Level Gift Card Buyer by Gender Taiwan Gift Card Market Size by Corporate Consumer By Functional Attribute By Occasion Employee Incentive Sales Incentive Consumer Incentive By Scale of Business Taiwan Gift Spend by Product Categories (Split by Retail and Corporate Consumers) Food & Beverage Health, Wellness & Beauty Apparel, Footwear & Accessories Books & Media Products Consumer Electronics Restaurants & Bars Toys, Kids, and Babies Jewelry Sporting Goods Home & Kitchen Accessories & Appliances Travel Entertainment & Gaming Other Taiwan Gift Card Spend by Retail Sector (Split by Retail and Corporate Consumers) Ecommerce & Department Stores Restaurants & Bars Supermarket, Hypermarket, Convenience Store Entertainment & Gaming Specialty Stores Health & Wellness Travel Taiwan Gift Card Spend by Distribution Channel (Split by Retail and Corporate Consumers) Gift Card Online Sales Gift Card Offline Sales 1st Party Sales 3rd Party Sales Sales Uplift Taiwan Gift Card Purchase by Payment Method Credit Card Debit Card Bank Transfer Prepaid Card Digital & Mobile Wallet BNPL & Other Digital Payment Cash For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/jbdtbg About ResearchAndMarkets.com ResearchAndMarkets.com is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. 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SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Palladyne AI Corp. (NASDAQ: PDYN and PDYNW) (“Palladyne AI”), a developer of artificial intelligence software for robotic platforms in the defense and commercial sectors, today announced that the Compensation Committee of Palladyne AI’s Board of Directors approved employee equity awards under its 2021 Equity Incentive Plan or its 2024 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan (the “2024 Inducement Plan”), as applicable. The total number of shares subject to the newly granted equity awards was 601,587. The Company grants equity awards to certain of its employees to better align their interests with those of our stockholders, as a meaningful retention incentive and as a means of reducing cash used in compensation expense. The grant date of the awards was March 10, 2025. Included in the above grants were inducement awards under the 2024 Inducement Plan to two recent hires, consisting of an inducement award of options to purchase 25,000 shares of Palladyne AI’s common stock to one recent hire and as an inducement award of restricted stock units (RSUs) covering 14,087 shares of its common stock to the other recent hire. Each of these inducement awards was granted as an inducement material to the employee's commencement of employment with a subsidiary of Palladyne AI pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). Each of the inducement awards will vest as to 25% of the options or RSUs, as applicable, on the one-year anniversary of the grant date and as to 1/12 of the remaining options or RSUs on each of May 20, August 20, November 20, and March 10 of the succeeding three years, subject to the recipient continuing to be a service provider to Palladyne AI or one of its subsidiaries. Each inducement award is subject to the terms and conditions of the 2024 Inducement Plan and the grant agreements covering the awards. For more information about Palladyne AI, please visit https://www.palladyneai.com. About Palladyne AI Corp. Palladyne AI Corp. (NASDAQ: PDYN) has developed advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) foundational technology and related software products poised to revolutionize the capabilities of robots, enabling them to observe, learn, reason, and act in a manner akin to human intelligence. Our AI and ML software foundational technology empowers robots to perceive variations or changes in the real-world environment, enabling them to autonomously maneuver and manipulate objects accurately in response. Palladyne AI software products operate on the edge and dramatically reduce the significant effort required to program and deploy robots enabling industrial robots and collaborative robots (cobots) to quickly achieve autonomous capabilities even in dynamic and or complex environments. Designed to achieve precise results with minimal training time, limited data sets, and lower power requirements, compared to current state-of-the-art solutions, Palladyne AI believes its software has wide application, including in industries such as automotive, aviation, construction, defense, general manufacturing, infrastructure inspection, logistics and warehousing. Its applicability extends beyond traditional robotics to include Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). Palladyne AI’s approach is expected to elevate the return on investment associated with a diverse range of machines that are fixed, fly, float, or roll. By enabling autonomy, reducing programming complexity, and enhancing efficiency, Palladyne AI is paving the way for a future where machines can excel in tasks that were once considered beyond their reach. For more information, please visit www.palladyneai.com and connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/palladyneaicorp. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the capabilities or future capabilities of the Company’s AI/ML foundational technology and related software products, the benefits of the software and the industries that could benefit from it, and the applicability of the software to different kinds of machines (such as UAVs, UGVs and ROVs). Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events, or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by, or include the words “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “projects,” “forecasts,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “seeks,” “plans,” “scheduled,” “anticipates,” “intends” or “continue” or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual events, results, or performance to differ materially from those indicated by such statements. These forward-looking statements are based on Palladyne AI’s management’s current expectations and beliefs, as well as a number of assumptions concerning future events. However, there can be no assurance that the events, results, or trends identified in these forward-looking statements will occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Palladyne AI is not under any obligation and expressly disclaims any obligation, to update, alter or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers should carefully review the statements set forth in the reports which Palladyne AI has filed or will file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), in particular the risks and uncertainties set forth in the sections of those reports entitled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements,” for a description of risks facing Palladyne AI and that could cause actual events, results or performance to differ from those indicated in the forward-looking statements contained herein. The documents filed by Palladyne AI with the SEC may be obtained free of charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. 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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Enterprise Tech Ecosystem Series: Siemens Healthineers AG" company profile has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The report provides deep insights into the company’s digital transformation, innovation programs, and technology initiatives. As a global leader in medical technology, Siemens Healthineers leverages AI, digital health, and advanced imaging to enhance diagnostics, workflow automation, and minimally invasive procedures. The report details key partnerships, investments, acquisitions, and ICT budget allocations, offering a comprehensive view of the company’s digital strategy. Explore Siemens Healthineers' latest tech advancements and enterprise solutions in this industry-leading analysis. The report provides information and insights into Siemens Healthineers' tech activities, including: Insights of its digital transformation strategies and innovation programs. Overview of technology initiatives covering partnerships, product launches, investments, and acquisitions. Insights on each technology initiative including technology theme, objective, and benefits. Details of estimated ICT budgets and major ICT contracts. Scope The report provides insights into company's tech activities, including its digital transformation strategies, its innovation programs, and its technology initiatives. Reasons to Buy Gain insights into Siemens Healthineers' tech operations. Gain insights into its tech strategies and innovation initiatives. Gain insights into its technology themes under focus. Gain insights into various product launches, partnerships, investments, and acquisitions. Key Topics Covered: Digital Transformation Strategy Accelerators, Incubators, and Innovation Programs Technology Focus Technology Initiatives Investments Acquisitions Partnership, Investment, and Acquisition Network Map ICT Budget Key Executives For more information about this company profile visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/sb9pe5 About ResearchAndMarkets.com ResearchAndMarkets.com is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. Contacts ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T. Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#StrategyMadePersonal--BTS Group AB is proud to celebrate Christine Tao, co-founder and CEO of Sounding Board, for her inclusion in Inc. Magazine’s 2025 Female Founders 500 list—a prestigious recognition of the most inspiring and influential women entrepreneurs who are redefining what it means to lead and build in today’s business world. The Female Founders 500 list honors bold visionaries who have overcome obstacles, challenged convention, and sparked meaningful change in their industries. As Inc. describes, this is a “special and rare” community of founders who are not just leading companies—they are reshaping what business leadership looks like today. Innovating the future of leader development with Christine Christine co-founded Sounding Board with Lori Mazan. Through its recent acquisition by BTS, Sounding Board expands BTS’s capabilities to serve global companies with end-to-end, executive to frontline leadership coaching—combining the power of human connection with the precision of platform-based scale. “Christine’s recognition is a powerful validation of her purpose-driven leadership,” said Jessica Skon, CEO of BTS Group. “She embodies the courage, innovation, and ambition that the Female Founders 500 celebrates—and we’re honored to have her as part of the BTS family.” To view the full list of 2025 honorees, visit Inc.com. The spring issue of Inc. magazine, featuring the full Female Founders 500 package, will be available on newsstands March 18. About BTS BTS is a global consultancy that works with leaders at all levels to help them make better decisions, turn strategy into action, and build the capabilities needed for lasting success. We partner with clients to create human-centered learning experiences that spark transformation and accelerate business performance. Contacts Roanne Neuwirth CMO +1 (339) 222-4112

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Mexico Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Q1 2025 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Mexican gift card market reveals a promising trajectory, as current research shows an anticipated increase by 10.6% on an annual basis, reaching a value of US$4.29 billion by 2025. Following an impressive CAGR of 11.7% from 2020 to 2024, the sector is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 9.4% over the next four years, potentially hitting a market value of approximately USD 6.14 billion by the end of 2029. These findings reflect the rising popularity of gift cards as a versatile and preferred choice for both personal and corporate gifting. Consumer Trends Shaping the Market Recent shifts in consumer habits have a significant influence on the market dynamics. The social commerce industry in Mexico is experiencing transformative growth with high consumer engagement on popular social platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, altering traditional purchasing pathways. Regulatory changes, including the implementation of new import tariffs, are poised to reshape the competitive landscape, possibly shifting consumer shopping behavior toward domestic offerings. In this evolving environment, businesses that adeptly navigate such regulatory landscapes and integrate robust social commerce strategies are likely to flourish. Advent of Social Commerce Platforms The penetration of social commerce is escalating among Mexican consumers, with a marked preference for transacting through social media channels. Data indicates a significant portion of consumers utilizing platforms like Facebook and Instagram for shopping, leveraging the convenience of integrated purchasing features. As companies seek to resonate with consumers' affinity for social media and influencers, there is potential to solidify a loyal customer base by enhancing online shopping experiences through these channels. Digital Transformation in the Gift Card Arena The proliferation of digital gift cards draws attention to changing consumer preferences. The integration of e-gifting options offers an added layer of convenience and personalized experience for users, augmenting the growth in both the retail and corporate segments. The increasing prevalence of digital wallets and mobile payments interfaces continues to fuel this industry's expansion. Competition and Innovation Competition within Mexico's gift card market remains robust, with mainstay social media platforms experiencing a surge in business utilization for direct-to-consumer sales functions. The lens on localized strategies, consumer data analytics, and tech-infused shopping experiences symbolizes a consumer-centric approach adopted by industry leaders, aiming to diversify offerings and cultivate brand loyalty. As the gift card market in Mexico continues to scale, the interplay between technology and consumer behavior is central to understanding market opportunities. From the growth of social commerce integration to the adaptation to regulatory landscapes, the gift card industry exemplifies the dynamic e-commerce sector's evolving nature, showcasing innovation as a vital component of market growth and competition. Key Attributes: Report Attribute Details No. of Pages 325 Forecast Period 2025 - 2029 Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2025 $4.29 Billion Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2029 $6.14 Billion Compound Annual Growth Rate 9.4% Regions Covered Mexico  Companies Featured Coppel Bodega Aurrera Liverpool Chedraui Oxxo Amazon Mi Bodega Aurrera Home Depot Sam`s Club El Palacio de Hierro For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/okeiba About ResearchAndMarkets.com ResearchAndMarkets.com is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. Contacts ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900