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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Benson Boone Joins Forces with Audio Leader JBL to Amplify Sound, Culture, and a Generation MADE to be HEARD
The Singer Cruised Outside of JBL's SoHo Store in a Vintage Convertible to Give Fans a Preview of Upcoming Album, American Heart STAMFORD, Conn., June 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JBL, a global pioneer in award-winning audio innovation, is proud to announce a dynamic new partnership with breakout singer-songwriter Benson Boone, one of today's most compelling new voices in pop music. With a genre-defying sound, an emotionally rich vocal style, and a social following that has skyrocketed alongside his meteoric rise, Benson represents the next wave of music—bold, boundary-pushing, and deeply personal. Rooted in the belief that every artist deserves to be heard, JBL continues championing creators at the intersection of music and culture. The audio brand known for breaking boundaries paves the way for original voices to freely express themselves—and in Benson Boone, JBL has found a dynamic partner who shares that mission. When two true originals come together, the results are bold, culture-shaping moments that are MADE to be HEARD. As part of this multifaceted collaboration, Benson will partner with JBL to create exclusive content, serving as the face of JBL's summer campaign featuring the JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds—bringing his originality to a global platform that puts music, individuality, and self-expression front and center. To kick off the partnership, JBL and Benson took to the streets of New York for a surprise appearance outside JBL's SoHo store. Channeling the spirit of old-school music discovery with a modern twist, Benson rolled up in a vintage convertible car, decked out with JBL's newest Flip 7 and PartyBox speakers. As the car blasted "Mystical Magical" from his debut album American Heart, Benson filled the trunk with custom JBL Flip 7 speakers bearing his personalized touch, which he handed out to fans. "I'm a big fan of JBL and I'm way excited to be partnering with them. Whether it's playing spike ball on the beach, hitting the trails on my dirt bike, or just hanging out with my friends — I always love blasting music on my JBL speakers," said Benson Boone. Since his debut, Benson has captivated a global fan base through viral momentum, soulful storytelling, and live performances packed with raw energy. Off the back of the IFPI Song of the Year and an upcoming concert tour that sold out in a record-breaking 9 seconds, Benson is lighting up stages and screens around the world—proving how originality drives real connection. Now, with JBL by his side, he's turning up the volume—bringing fans closer than ever to the music and moments that define him. "Benson Boone is one of the most compelling new talents of his generation—a fearless and gifted artist who connects deeply with fans through music and emotion," said Chris Epple, Vice President of Marketing at HARMAN. "He brings the spirit of a true original with his unique style and raw talent, which aligns perfectly with JBL's legacy of pushing boundaries and celebrating self-expression. Together, we're creating bold, unforgettable moments that are MADE to be HEARD." For more on Benson Boone's journey with JBL, visit and follow @jblaudio across Instagram, X, YouTube, and TikTok. About Benson Boone Benson Boone is on the fast track to becoming pop's new household name. The Washington-born star has been on a meteoric ascent since his 2021 debut single "Ghost Town" cracked the Billboard Hot 100. Boone had only discovered he could sing in 2019 when he was asked to perform in a battle of the bands competition. Soon, he would be signed to Night Street Records in partnership with Warner. Boone has now released his debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades, a pop-soul masterclass from the 21-year-old. Leading up to the album, Boone saw an even bigger breakthrough with his single "Beautiful Things." He teased the song on TikTok, building massive anticipation from old and new fans alike. The single has hit Number One around the globe, peaking at Number Two on the Billboard Hot 100 and has spent several weeks at Number One on the Billboard Global 200 chart. Boone is currently on a headlining tour across the US ahead of sold out dates around Europe and Australia. About JBL For over 75 years, JBL has shaped life's most memorable moments at the intersection of music, lifestyle, gaming and sports. JBL elevates listening experiences with superior audio quality and product designs that encourage individuality and self-expression. With unmatched professional credentials and industry-leading innovation, JBL is a trailblazer in the audio industry because of passionate and talented engineers and designers around the globe. JBL Pro Sound is the foremost technology pushing culture forward through major pop culture events and partnerships with the world's top talent across music, sports and esports. About HARMAN HARMAN ( designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics. View source version on Contacts HARMAN Americas Consumer Lifestyle Carole Campbell, Executive Director of Global CommunicationsNicole Sanabria, Manager, Brand & Product Public Relationsjbl@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Benson Boone Joins Forces with Audio Leader JBL to Amplify Sound, Culture, and a Generation MADE to be HEARD
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JBL, a global pioneer in award-winning audio innovation, is proud to announce a dynamic new partnership with breakout singer-songwriter Benson Boone, one of today's most compelling new voices in pop music. With a genre-defying sound, an emotionally rich vocal style, and a social following that has skyrocketed alongside his meteoric rise, Benson represents the next wave of music—bold, boundary-pushing, and deeply personal. Rooted in the belief that every artist deserves to be heard, JBL continues championing creators at the intersection of music and culture. The audio brand known for breaking boundaries paves the way for original voices to freely express themselves—and in Benson Boone, JBL has found a dynamic partner who shares that mission. When two true originals come together, the results are bold, culture-shaping moments that are MADE to be HEARD. As part of this multifaceted collaboration, Benson will partner with JBL to create exclusive content, serving as the face of JBL's summer campaign featuring the JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds—bringing his originality to a global platform that puts music, individuality, and self-expression front and center. To kick off the partnership, JBL and Benson took to the streets of New York for a surprise appearance outside JBL's SoHo store. Channeling the spirit of old-school music discovery with a modern twist, Benson rolled up in a vintage convertible car, decked out with JBL's newest Flip 7 and PartyBox speakers. As the car blasted 'Mystical Magical' from his debut album American Heart, Benson filled the trunk with custom JBL Flip 7 speakers bearing his personalized touch, which he handed out to fans. 'I'm a big fan of JBL and I'm way excited to be partnering with them. Whether it's playing spike ball on the beach, hitting the trails on my dirt bike, or just hanging out with my friends — I always love blasting music on my JBL speakers,' said Benson Boone. Since his debut, Benson has captivated a global fan base through viral momentum, soulful storytelling, and live performances packed with raw energy. Off the back of the IFPI Song of the Year and an upcoming concert tour that sold out in a record-breaking 9 seconds, Benson is lighting up stages and screens around the world—proving how originality drives real connection. Now, with JBL by his side, he's turning up the volume—bringing fans closer than ever to the music and moments that define him. 'Benson Boone is one of the most compelling new talents of his generation—a fearless and gifted artist who connects deeply with fans through music and emotion,' said Chris Epple, Vice President of Marketing at HARMAN. 'He brings the spirit of a true original with his unique style and raw talent, which aligns perfectly with JBL's legacy of pushing boundaries and celebrating self-expression. Together, we're creating bold, unforgettable moments that are MADE to be HEARD.' For more on Benson Boone's journey with JBL, visit and follow @jblaudio across Instagram, X, YouTube, and TikTok. About Benson Boone Benson Boone is on the fast track to becoming pop's new household name. The Washington-born star has been on a meteoric ascent since his 2021 debut single 'Ghost Town' cracked the Billboard Hot 100. Boone had only discovered he could sing in 2019 when he was asked to perform in a battle of the bands competition. Soon, he would be signed to Night Street Records in partnership with Warner. Boone has now released his debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades, a pop-soul masterclass from the 21-year-old. Leading up to the album, Boone saw an even bigger breakthrough with his single 'Beautiful Things.' He teased the song on TikTok, building massive anticipation from old and new fans alike. The single has hit Number One around the globe, peaking at Number Two on the Billboard Hot 100 and has spent several weeks at Number One on the Billboard Global 200 chart. Boone is currently on a headlining tour across the US ahead of sold out dates around Europe and Australia. About JBL For over 75 years, JBL has shaped life's most memorable moments at the intersection of music, lifestyle, gaming and sports. JBL elevates listening experiences with superior audio quality and product designs that encourage individuality and self-expression. With unmatched professional credentials and industry-leading innovation, JBL is a trailblazer in the audio industry because of passionate and talented engineers and designers around the globe. JBL Pro Sound is the foremost technology pushing culture forward through major pop culture events and partnerships with the world's top talent across music, sports and esports. About HARMAN HARMAN ( designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG ®, Harman Kardon ®, Infinity ®, JBL ®, Lexicon ®, Mark Levinson ® and Revel ®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics.
Business Wire
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
HARMAN Becomes One of the First to Open-Source Complete Connected Services Platform with Eclipse Foundation
GARCHING, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a major step toward powering the automotive industry's shift to software-defined vehicles (SDVs), HARMAN — an automotive technology leader and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics — has become one of the first to open-source a full connected services platform. This move will unlock new levels of collaboration and foster modular development and deployment. The platform, now available through the Eclipse Connected Services Platform (ECSP) project, represents a pivotal moment for automakers and developers working to bring scalable, cloud-native innovations to market. The initial release is now publicly available, marking a major milestone for the Eclipse SDV Working Group, as the ECSP is already being used in large scale production by automakers and large fleet operators. The platform is designed to support connected car deployments of up to 100K vehicles by enabling a variety of critical functions, including reliable and secure vehicle-to-cloud connectivity, high-volume vehicle data ingestion and routing, vehicle and device management, user and identity management, streaming application enablement, vehicle telemetry, and many more. 'Successfully accelerating the transformation of the software-defined vehicles era requires a collaborative spirit that brings together leaders across automotive and software development,' said Heiko Huettel, VP of Software Products at HARMAN. 'Our work at HARMAN is guided by the philosophy that collaboration is the foundation for delivering truly scalable, SDV solutions. By open-sourcing our connected services platform, we're giving others across the industry the ability to build upon that foundation, speed up their development cycles, ensure greater interoperability, and contribute to a more robust, open ecosystem.' Last year, HARMAN became a strategic member of the Eclipse SDV Working Group at The Eclipse Foundation. The group's goal is to support the development of open-source software for comprehensive in-vehicle and around-the-vehicle systems development, including immersive in-cabin experiences. 'HARMAN is demonstrating industry leadership in contributing the ECSP to the Eclipse SDV Working Group. ECSP brings important new capabilities that accelerate the development of flexible cloud-native vehicle architectures in open source,' said Mike Milinkovich, Executive Director of the Eclipse Foundation. 'With advanced support for connectivity, remote management, fleet operations, and data monitoring, ECSP gives automotive OEMs a powerful open-source foundation for delivering differentiated in-vehicle experiences.' With this launch, HARMAN reaffirms its commitment to heavily investing in open-source communities, both with existing assets and developers. HARMAN invites other industry players to join the Eclipse CSP initiative to help evolve the project even further. To learn more about HARMAN's efforts with the Eclipse Foundation, visit ABOUT HARMAN HARMAN ( designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. ABOUT THE ECLIPSE FOUNDATION The Eclipse Foundation provides our global community of individuals and organisations with a business-friendly environment for open source software collaboration and innovation. We host the Eclipse IDE, Adoptium, Software Defined Vehicle, Jakarta EE, and over 410 open source projects, including runtimes, tools, specifications, and frameworks for cloud and edge applications, IoT, AI, automotive, systems engineering, open processor designs, and many others. Headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, the Eclipse Foundation is an international non-profit association supported by over 360 members. To learn more, follow us on social media @EclipseFdn, LinkedIn or visit © 2025 HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Harman Kardon, Infinity, JBL, Lexicon and Mark Levinson are trademarks of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries. AKG is a trademark of AKG Acoustics GmbH, registered in the United States and/or other countries. Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
Business Wire
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Masimo to Sell Consumer Audio Business to HARMAN International
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Masimo Corporation (Nasdaq: MASI), a leading global medical innovator, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Sound United consumer audio business to HARMAN International ('HARMAN'), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., for an aggregate purchase price of $350 million in cash, subject to certain adjustments. The sale follows the previously announced review of Masimo's consumer audio business and will support the Company's strategic focus on driving innovation in its core professional healthcare segment. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2025, subject to receiving necessary regulatory approvals. Quentin Koffey, Vice Chairman of Masimo's Board of Directors, stated, 'Finding the right home for this business has been a stated priority of the new Board from day one, and this transaction represents an important milestone as we continue to position the Company to achieve our goals of accelerating revenue growth while delivering disciplined margins. Masimo has tremendous opportunities ahead and we are confident we have the right healthcare-focused strategy, experienced leadership team and culture of innovation in place to build on our significant positive momentum.' Dave Rogers, President of HARMAN's Lifestyle division, said, 'This acquisition represents a strategic step forward in the expansion of HARMAN's core audio business and footprint across key product categories such as Home Audio, Headphones, Hi-fi components, and Car Audio. It complements our existing strengths and opens new avenues for growth. Sound United's portfolio of world-class audio brands including Bowers & Wilkins, Denon and Marantz, will join HARMAN's iconic family of brands, including JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG, Mark Levinson, Arcam, and Revel. Built on a shared legacy of innovation and excellence in audio technology, this combined family of brands, together with the talented employees of both companies, will deliver complementary audio products, strengthen our value proposition and offer more choices to consumers.' Katie Szyman, Chief Executive Officer of Masimo, said, 'Since I took over as CEO, a key objective has been refocusing our business to ensure we are allocating time and resources to areas of unmet clinical need and driving growth and operational efficiencies. This transaction aligns with these objectives. Our consumer audio business and its talented team will be well positioned for growth and success under HARMAN's leadership.' The transaction is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of certain closing conditions, including the receipt of any required regulatory approvals. Centerview Partners LLC and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC served as financial advisors to Masimo and Sullivan & Cromwell LLP served as legal advisor to Masimo in connection with the transaction. About Masimo Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI) is a global medical technology company that develops and produces a wide array of industry-leading monitoring technologies, including innovative measurements, sensors, patient monitors, and automation and connectivity solutions. In addition, Masimo Consumer Audio is home to eight legendary audio brands, including Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, and Polk Audio. Our mission is to improve life, improve patient outcomes, and reduce the cost of care. About HARMAN HARMAN ( designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In 2017, HARMAN became a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Forward-Looking Statements – Masimo All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that we expect, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements including, in particular, the statements about our expectations regarding the expected timeline to closing of the transaction. These forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to uncertainties and factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control and could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those described in the forward-looking statements. These risks include, but are not limited to, those related to (i) the inability to obtain, or delays in obtaining, any required regulatory or other approvals for the transaction, or failure to consummate or delay in consummating the transaction for any other reasons; (ii) the risk that a condition to closing of the transaction may not be satisfied; (iii) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the transaction; (iv) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted following announcement of the transaction; (v) potential unfavorable reactions to the transaction by customers, competitors, suppliers, employees and Company stockholders; and (vi) each party's ability to satisfy its respective obligations in connection with the transaction; and other factors discussed in the 'Risk Factors' section of our periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ('SEC'), including our most recent Form 10-K and Form 10-Q, all of which you may obtain for free on the SEC's website at You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, even if subsequently made available by us on our website or otherwise. We do not undertake any obligation to update, amend or clarify these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
Ottawa Citizen
25-04-2025
- Business
- Ottawa Citizen
HARMAN and KT altimedia Announce Strategic Partnership to Provide Innovative Solutions for Next Generation Media Services
Article content Article content Article content STAMFORD, Conn. — HARMAN International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., focused on connected technologies today announced a new partnership with KT altimedia, Korea's leading provider of digital media service solutions for PayTV operators, specializing in middleware, content security, user experience, and cloud-based UI. Led by HARMAN's Digital Transformation Solutions business unit, this partnership aims to drive innovation in digital media services and accelerate the expansion of PayTV solutions across global markets. Article content HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions brings decades of expertise in global media technologies, leveraging its deep industry relationships to introduce new media trends and cutting-edge solutions. HARMAN aims to enhance PayTV experiences, improve content security, and support the digital transformation of media services. Article content 'Our partnership with KT altimedia marks an exciting step forward in redefining PayTV experiences and accelerating media innovation,' said Vikas Gupta, Executive Vice President and General Manager at HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions. 'By combining HARMAN's technology expertise with KT altimedia's industry-leading media services, we are poised to deliver cutting-edge, scalable solutions that will shape the future of digital media.' Article content 'Our strategic collaboration with HARMAN marks a significant milestone in expanding next-generation PayTV solutions in the global market,' stated Do Sa Park, CEO of KT altimedia. 'Backed by years of expertise in media platform technologies and service innovation, KT altimedia is committed to delivering flexible and cutting-edge solutions together with HARMAN to create new media experiences that exceed customer expectations.' Article content This partnership underscores HARMAN's ongoing commitment to pioneering digital transformation across various industries. By leveraging the strengths of both companies, HARMAN and KT altimedia are set to deliver next-generation PayTV solutions that cater to the evolving demands of customers. Article content HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions is dedicated to blending the physical and digital to make technology more dynamic to serve the ever-changing human needs. Our team of over 7,000 employees in 45+ locations around the world are focused on transforming everyday experiences. Compliant and certified with international standard/ management system EN 9100:2018 / AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 13485:2016 and appraised at CMMI-DEV 2.0 ML5, HARMAN partners with our customers to deliver a holistic experience – through the convergence of digital, cross channel user experience, cloud, mobility, insightful data and internet-of-things backed by scalable underlying IT platforms. Our global delivery approach, IPs, platforms and people allows us to deploy next-generation platforms, while delivering cost efficiencies and innovative solutions to help our clients achieve brilliant outcomes. To know more, please visit Article content Article content HARMAN ( designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In 2017, HARMAN became a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Article content Founded in 1999, KT altimedia is a leading media platform company based in Korea, providing end-to-end multimedia solutions for PayTV operators worldwide. From device platforms for set-top boxes and mobile, to user-centric service applications, cloud-based UI/UX, and secure content protection systems (CAS/DRM), KT altimedia delivers integrated services powered by its own proprietary technologies—offering a strong foundation for global competitiveness. KT altimedia's solutions are deployed by major broadcasting and telecom operators across Asia, and Europe, supporting business expansion and operational efficiency. Its advanced security systems, UI management system, and remote management solutions empower operators to swiftly adapt to changing market demands while ensuring scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness in today's rapidly evolving media landscape. Moving forward, KT altimedia will continue to lead media innovation through ongoing investment in R&D and global partnerships—positioning itself as a strategic partner for PayTV operators navigating the digital transformation of media services. 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