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National Post
4 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Lenovo and Motorola announce partnership with FIFA Club World Cup 2025™
Article content Lenovo and Motorola partner with landmark global club football tournament Partnership will spotlight Motorola's iconic brand through activations at pitch-side and engagement with fans across the globe Article content MORRISVILLE, N.C. — Lenovo and Motorola Mobility, a Lenovo company, have partnered with the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Article content Motorola, a Lenovo brand, has been named Official FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Smartphone Partner and will use the milestone in club football to promote the brand on a global scale, engaging with fans worldwide. Article content The FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ takes place in the United States, starting June 14, marking the start of a bold new era of global club football. Article content 32 of the planet's most iconic teams, from across all six confederations, will play 63 matches across four weeks looking to be crowned club world champions. Article content As an Official FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Partner, Lenovo and Motorola will provide essential hardware, services, and smart solutions to FIFA and all 32 qualified teams participating in the reimagined tournament. This includes advanced AI PCs, tablets and workstations, plus Motorola smartphones. These tools will help support tournament operations, content capture and collaboration, and on-the-ground support throughout the competition. Article content On-site marketing initiatives include Lenovo and Motorola-branded content running on field-level LED screens and stadium video board(s) before, during, and after each match. Exclusive content will also be captured pitch-side during some matches using Motorola's most innovative smartphones to date, the Motorola razr family 2025. 'Motorola is proud to support this new global club football landmark with smarter technology,' said Sergio Buniac, President of Motorola. 'The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 represents an incredible opportunity to showcase not only the world's best football clubs, but also the transformative potential of innovation. Through our infrastructure, devices – from smartphones to Lenovo PCS & servers, and services, we'll help FIFA deliver a globally inclusive tournament for fans around the world.' Article content FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström said: 'The inaugural FIFA Club World Cup will mark a new era in global club football – one that is inclusive, innovative and more connected than ever before. We're delighted to have Motorola and Lenovo joining us for this groundbreaking tournament. Their world-class technology and global perspective will help elevate the experience for fans, teams and other stakeholders.' Article content This partnership builds on Lenovo's heritage in powering the technology that has and continues to underpin many flagship global sporting properties and aligns with a mission to provide smarter technology for all, on and off the pitch. Article content Fans from around the world are set to come together to mark the inception of a new global tradition, and tickets remain available to join them. Visit to secure your seat and be part of football history. Article content Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit and read about the latest news via our StoryHub. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
National Post
6 days ago
- Business
- National Post
The Tech That Drives Business Innovation: Lenovo and DreamWorks
Article content DreamWorks Animation expands Preferred Technology Provider relationship with Lenovo — deepening a trusted partnership to include Lenovo's cutting-edge services and solutions. Lenovo's end-to-end technology portfolio, including high-performance workstations, High Performance Computing (HPC) infrastructure, and digital transformation services, allows DreamWorks to push the boundaries of creative innovation without compromising speed, quality, or imagination. Article content Article content MORRISVILLE, N.C. — DreamWorks Animation is deepening its collaboration with Lenovo, naming the company its preferred compute services, workstation, and solutions provider. This marks a milestone in a trusted partnership now strengthened by Lenovo's solutions and services. By bringing together devices, data center infrastructure, and services into a seamless Lenovo ecosystem, DreamWorks has the compute power to scale with the ever-growing demands of its artistic and technical teams — an essential advantage in an increasingly dynamic landscape. At the core of this collaboration is a shared commitment to service excellence, ensuring DreamWorks remains supported through every business transformation. Article content Lenovo's strategic services and solutions have already delivered a quantifiable impact to DreamWorks' production pipelines and business infrastructure: Article content • A 20% performance increase was achieved using Lenovo Neptune™ liquid cooling, improving render speeds and enabling faster iteration cycles. • A 25% performance increase of animation programs running on the ThinkStation™ P620s compared to previous workstations, leading to faster loading times and an overall better artist experience. • With 98% utilization in its data center and 300 million compute hours for The Wild Robot, Lenovo infrastructure scaled to meet unprecedented creative demands. Article content 'Based on our long-standing relationship and Lenovo's consistent delivery excellence, expanding our collaboration was a natural next step,' said Kate Swanborg, SVP of Technology Communications and Strategic Alliances, DreamWorks Animation. 'This deepens our collaboration and gives DreamWorks the flexibility and operational scale we need to fuel our business ambitions and deliver world-class filmmaking.' Article content 'This expanded relationship underscores the vital role of advanced, scalable technologies and services in powering complex creative workflows and meeting the demands of modern content production,' added Ken Wong, Executive Vice President and President, Solutions and Services Group, Lenovo. 'It highlights the strategic impact of a trusted technology partnership in delivering the performance, reliability, and innovation required to push the boundaries of what's possible in filmmaking and what's possible in business.' Article content From strategy to 24/7 operations, Lenovo delivers more than just high-performance hardware — it provides a services-first ecosystem that keeps DreamWorks' technology teams focused. Lenovo's scalable service model covers everything from day-to-day support to critical artist compute deployment, ensuring that enterprise environments like DreamWorks have the tools, agility, and responsiveness needed at every stage of production. Article content ThinkStation™ and ThinkPad™ P Series Workstations – designed to deliver the performance and responsiveness required in any setting, including modern film production, making them ideal for artists, technical directors, and other professionals. ThinkSystem ™ Servers and HPC Infrastructure – powering compute-intensive rendering and animation pipelines. NEW: TruScale ™ Infrastructure as a Service – enabling DreamWorks to scale compute resources on demand while avoiding large capital expenditures. The offering supports the full ThinkSystem™ and ThinkAgile™ portfolio and is tailored to align infrastructure capacity with production timelines. Article content Lenovo TruScale™ allows DreamWorks to retain the control and security of on-premises infrastructure while benefiting from 24/7 proactive monitoring, managed services, and expert support. As part of its services portfolio, Lenovo also supports DreamWorks' sustainability goals — helping retire outdated systems and transition to more energy-efficient technologies. Article content And Infrastructure is only part of the story. DreamWorks depends on Lenovo's Premier Support Plus for round-the-clock help, fast fixes, and minimal downtime. In a high-pressure creative environment, responsive support and expert planning are essential to reducing complexity and helping teams meet aggressive production goals. Article content DreamWorks' partnership with Lenovo is a story of creative ambition brought to life through cutting-edge technology. During its most technically demanding productions, DreamWorks relied on Lenovo's high-performance computing (HPC) solution—featuring Neptune™ liquid cooling—to accelerate workflows and scale rendering. Neptune™ liquid cooling boosted core performance within the pre-existing data center space, enhancing both energy efficiency and system stability, and enabled the studio to do more with less. Just as critical was the ability to iterate in real time. With Lenovo's infrastructure, artists could explore, refine, and bring complex digital environments to life with greater speed and precision. Article content Lenovo's professional services have also enabled DreamWorks to scale quickly and smoothly. A HPC deployment expected to take a week was completed in just 1.5 days. From custom hardware integration to white-glove service and proactive support, every deployment is built for seamless execution and immediate production-readiness. Article content This robust technology and services foundation now supports a bold new slate of DreamWorks films, including The Bad Guys 2 (August 2025) and the newly announced Forgotten Island (September 2026). It will also play a central role in the creation of Shrek 5 (December 2026)—further demonstrating Lenovo's impact on some of the studio's most iconic and technically ambitious productions. Article content Looking ahead, Lenovo supports DreamWorks in streamlining complex operational and infrastructure processes as well as predictive analytics and intelligent workflows –powered by Lenovo's AI-optimized infrastructure that includes workstations, data center systems, and TruScale services. While DreamWorks does not use AI in the generation of its imagery, the studio is researching its potential to increase production pipeline efficiency to further enable their artists to focus on their creativity. This integrated ecosystem would bridge individual creativity with end-to-end studio orchestration, helping DreamWorks move from concept to screen with greater speed, agility, and innovation. Article content 'This extension of the Lenovo partnership is a key component of our technology strategy,' said Bill Ballew, CTO for DreamWorks Animation. 'The Lenovo hardware solutions are incredibly powerful, and we are now looking forward to engaging with their AI teams to identify solutions that will optimize our compute infrastructure even further.' Article content 'As production strategy evolves, the Lenovo-DreamWorks partnership serves as a blueprint for how enterprises can leverage integrated technology to scale intelligently and meet the demands of creative and operational excellence,' Wong added. Article content Discover what's possible with Lenovo. Explore a full portfolio of workstations, data center solutions, and enterprise services designed to scale with creative and AI ambitions. Article content Unlock the Lenovo Hybrid AI Advantage to accelerate AI across edge, cloud, and on-prem environments. Rely on Lenovo for expert support, from strategy to 24/7 operations. And start smart with AI Discover — a guided consultation to identify use cases, assess readiness, and drive faster outcomes. Article content Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit and read about the latest news via our StoryHub. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Locomotive engineers picket outside NJ Transit train yard
On Saturday, locomotive engineers began the second day of their strike against New Jersey Transit. Picketers gathered not far from a train yard in the suburban Philadelphia town of Morrisville, carrying 'United We Bargain Divided We Beg' signs. (AP video by Mike Catalini}
National Post
14-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
Lenovo Unveils New Generation of AI PC Desktops and Monitors Designed to Maximize Productivity and Multitasking
Article content Article content MORRISVILLE, N.C. — Lenovo™ unveiled its new generation of business devices for modern workplaces, featuring a comprehensive selection of AI-powered ThinkCentre M Series Gen 6 desktops and the ThinkVision T Series Gen 40 monitors. Designed to address the needs of businesses of all sizes, the ThinkCentre family of desktops combine performance and reliability in different form factors, including tower, compact and all-in-one (AIO), while the ThinkVision T Series monitors blend outstanding display, connectivity, and manageability. Article content 'Nearly half of businesses believe that AI-powered devices boost employee productivity, and 90 percent of those are already piloting, planning or exploring AI-powered PC rollouts, according to a recent Lenovo and IDC global survey of IT decision-makers. AI has and will continue to reshape the future of work, and Lenovo is proud to lead the way with a new generation of AI desktop PCs and monitors that meet the changing needs of businesses in this new era,' said Johnson Jia, senior vice president of Intelligent Devices Group's Global Innovation Center at Lenovo. 'Our latest ThinkCentre M Series Gen 6 desktops and ThinkVision T Series Gen 40 monitors power businesses of all sizes with scalable performance to unlock next-gen AI productivity and creativity.' Article content An uncompromised blend of power and expandability, Lenovo's ThinkCentre M Series Gen 6 tower and small form factor desktops are engineered for the most demanding business environments. Designed for AI model training, 3D designs, data analysis and more, the desktops provide maximum TOPs performance from a combination of CPU and discrete NPU and GPU, and outstanding connectivity with a variety of ports. Tower models such as the ThinkCentre M90t Gen 6 are equipped with up to Intel vPro® Enterprise with AI-capable Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processors (Series 2), DDR5 memory support and 8 expansion slots that makes it futureproof. Article content Big Capability with a Tiny Footprint Article content Ideal for compact settings, the ThinkCentre M Series Gen 6 desktops also come in a compact, 1L design that can fit or hide behind a monitor screen or even inside a desk drawer. Ideal for healthcare, retail, and financial industries, these tiny desktops deliver full-size enterprise-level AI performance and can be fully customized, from components to accessories such as mounting options. Select models, including the ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 can be powered by up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor, supports up to four displays and can come with an option discrete NPU at 30 TOPs for protected on-device AI. Article content For companies demanding clutter-free AI-performance, the Lenovo ThinkCentre M Series Gen 6 AIO desktops offer efficient power with an immersive display. Designed for the most demanding industries, including those requiring 3D visualization such as healthcare, creativity, and education, the new generation of AIOs can deliver up to 260 TOPS of AI performance with Intel® Core™ ultra processors. Select models, such as the ThinkCentre M90a Gen 6, feature a 23.8' near edgeless FHD anti-glare display with 99% sRGB color accuracy, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate 1 for crisp visuals, and certifications for EyeSafe® and IP55 water and dust resistance. 2 Article content Lenovo's new ThinkCentre M Series Gen 6 desktops come with Lenovo's proprietary AI solutions, including Lenovo AI Now on-device personal assistant to enhance workflow productivity and automation and Lenovo AI Turbo Engine that continuously allocates resources to optimize performance based on workload, and are backed by Lenovo ThinkShield, a comprehensive end-to-end security solution that combines hardware and software to protect your data. For additional security, they spot a dTPM 2.0 chip that encrypts passwords and data, a BIOS-based Smart USB protection and individual USB port disablement to help prevent unauthorized access via peripherals, and more. Article content Visual Performance and Versatile Connectivity Article content The ideal choice for modern professionals, Lenovo's ThinkVision T Series Gen 40 monitors deliver performance that cater to individual needs. The family of WQHD and UHD IPS displays feature a wide 99% sRGB & BT.709 color gamut for accurate and vibrant images and a variable refresh rate 3 (48-120Hz) that dynamically adjusts to match on-screen content for long term energy saving and smooth visuals. Designed to boost efficiency, each monitor sports an array of connectivity options, including USB-C ® one cable solution on ThinkVision docking monitors, built-in modular VoIP remote conference technologies with AI-powered features 4 and more. Select units offers fast device charge with up to 100W power delivery. 5 Article content Lenovo's commitment to the increased use of more sustainable materials 6 is reflected in the lineup of ThinkVision T Series Gen 40 monitors, using 95% post-consumer recycled plastic 7 with plastic-free packaging. The lineup is also certified to meet the industry's most rigorous environmental standards, including ENERGY STAR®, TCO, and EPEAT Gold 8. For IT managers, Lenovo Display Fleet Manager (LDFM) enhances remote manageability with centralized asset management, firmware updates, and display setting configurations. With LDFM, firmware updates in around a minute and can be deployed in batches to minimize downtime for end-users. Article content Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a pocket-to cloud portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit and read about the latest news via our StoryHub. Article content 1 Actual refresh rate may vary based on app/content limitations and requirements, device mode settings, and other factors. 2 IP55 water and dust resistance on the front face of selected models only. Water and dust resistance were tested to IP55 standards under controlled laboratory conditions. Protected against fresh water projected by a nozzle (6.3mm) against the enclosure from any direction. Exposure to conditions beyond this rating is not covered by warranty. Resistance will decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not expose to liquids other than fresh water. Do not attempt to charge a wet phone. Designed to provide protection against the ingress of solid foreign objects of a size larger than 1mm. Not waterproof or dust proof. 3 Variable Refresh Rate is supported as specified in HDMI 2.1 / Dynamic Refresh Rate is available for Microsoft Windows 4 Only available with ThinkVison T24D-4v, ThinkVision T27QD-4v and ThinkVision T24-4v. 5 Output rating of 100W (20V/5A) based on Lenovo's proprietary VDM technology. 6 Full details of Lenovo's commitment to sustainability found at 7 ITE-derived plastic in the front bezel, rear cover, arm cover, and base cover. 8 EPEAT-registered where applicable — see for registration status by country. Article content Article content Article content Article content
National Post
14-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
Why Digital Workplace Transformation Can't Wait -- Insights from Lenovo
Article content New research reveals why most organizations are falling behind — and what it takes to unleash Gen AI's full potential. Article content Article content MORRISVILLE, N.C. — As Generative AI (Gen AI) reshapes how work gets done, companies that delay modernizing their digital workplaces risk falling behind. Lenovo's latest global research report, Igniting Real Workplace Transformation, reveals a stark reality: organizations recognize the opportunity Gen AI affords, but most have yet to take meaningful action. Article content Based on a survey of 600 IT leaders, while over 80% believe Gen AI will reshape how work gets done, only 39% say they are actively transforming their workplaces today. Even more striking, 89% agree that achieving AI's full benefits requires far more than deploying new tools — it demands a complete reinvention of the digital workplace. Article content True workplace transformation means reimagining how people, technology, and processes come together around a shared vision for innovation and growth. Article content 'Organizations that define a clear, personalized vision for transformation — and act decisively — will be the ones who unlock Gen AI's full value,' said Rakshit Ghura, Vice President and General Manager, Digital Workplace Solutions, Lenovo. Article content 'Transformation is no longer a future ambition — it's a present necessity. Those who lead will redefine not only day-to-day work, but also what's possible for their people and businesses.' Article content The report identifies the top barriers slowing progress toward digital workplace transformation. It provides a clear, strategic roadmap to help organizations accelerate adoption, overcome complexity, and unlock Gen AI's full value. Article content So, what does that look like? The future of work isn't just about adopting new tools — it's about unleashing new possibilities. Imagine a digital workplace where: Article content This is the evolution Lenovo envisions through Work Reborn — a future where rethinking work leads to happier employees and stronger business outcomes. Lenovo's Igniting Real Workplace Transformation is a resource for decision-makers ready to align vision with action, leading the way into a more dynamic era of work. Article content Download the full Igniting Real Workplace Transformation report now. Article content Lenovo is a trademark of Lenovo. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2025 Lenovo Group Limited. All rights reserved. Article content Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit and read about the latest news via our StoryHub. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
