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Globe and Mail
9 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
New Milestone: NIRI and Taiwan's TIRI Advance Global IR Standards
TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Taiwan Investor Relations Institute (TIRI) is proud to announce a new milestone in its long-standing collaboration with the National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI): The Association for Investor Relations (IR). This enhanced partnership marks a meaningful step forward in advancing IR education and aligning professional standards between Taiwan and global markets. Left: Jack Chang, Executive Director ofthe Taiwan Investor Relations Institute (TIRI) Right: Matthew Brusch, President and CEO of the National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI) This collaboration was formally presented during the book presentation ceremony on the morning of June 3, 2025 (local time), at the NIRI Annual Conference in Boston. Representing TIRI, Executive Director Jack Chang officially delivered the first-ever authorized Chinese translation of the Investor Relations Body of Knowledge, 2nd Edition —a significant achievement in IR knowledge transfer and international integration. 'The translation effort was made possible through the contributions of TIRI board directors and senior members with extensive experience in corporate finance, capital markets, and investor communication,' said Jack Chang. 'Over five months, they volunteered more than 200 hours to ensure both accuracy and localization for Taiwan's financial sector.' From left to right: Jack Chang, Executive Director, and Pansy Yang, Director of Secretariat of TIRI; Matthew Brusch, President and CEO; Remy Bernarda, Incoming Chair; and John Moten, Finance Executive and Immediate Past Chair of NIRI. The project aligns with TIRI's broader vision—under the leadership of Chairman Jonny Kuo —to establish a structured, internationally oriented IR education framework while promoting transparency, ESG engagement, and effective stakeholder communication. Through this collaboration, TIRI members gain access to NIRI's globally respected resources, including its core curriculum and the Investor Relations Charter (IRC) credential—helping foster IR professionalism and international integration. This milestone publication not only reflects TIRI's progress in institutionalizing IR education, but also lays the groundwork for cross-border knowledge exchange and deeper regional collaboration in Asia's IR landscape. Taiwan Investor Relations Institute
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
New Milestone: NIRI and Taiwan's TIRI Advance Global IR Standards
TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Taiwan Investor Relations Institute (TIRI) is proud to announce a new milestone in its long-standing collaboration with the National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI): The Association for Investor Relations (IR). This enhanced partnership marks a meaningful step forward in advancing IR education and aligning professional standards between Taiwan and global Jack Chang, Executive Director ofthe Taiwan Investor Relations Institute (TIRI)Right: Matthew Brusch, President and CEO of the National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI) This collaboration was formally presented during the book presentation ceremony on the morning of June 3, 2025 (local time), at the NIRI Annual Conference in Boston. Representing TIRI, Executive Director Jack Chang officially delivered the first-ever authorized Chinese translation of the Investor Relations Body of Knowledge, 2nd Edition—a significant achievement in IR knowledge transfer and international integration. 'The translation effort was made possible through the contributions of TIRI board directors and senior members with extensive experience in corporate finance, capital markets, and investor communication,' said Jack Chang. 'Over five months, they volunteered more than 200 hours to ensure both accuracy and localization for Taiwan's financial sector.'From left to right: Jack Chang, Executive Director, and Pansy Yang, Director of Secretariat of TIRI; Matthew Brusch, President and CEO; Remy Bernarda, Incoming Chair; and John Moten, Finance Executive and Immediate Past Chair of NIRI. The project aligns with TIRI's broader vision—under the leadership of Chairman Jonny Kuo—to establish a structured, internationally oriented IR education framework while promoting transparency, ESG engagement, and effective stakeholder communication. Through this collaboration, TIRI members gain access to NIRI's globally respected resources, including its core curriculum and the Investor Relations Charter (IRC) credential—helping foster IR professionalism and international integration. This milestone publication not only reflects TIRI's progress in institutionalizing IR education, but also lays the groundwork for cross-border knowledge exchange and deeper regional collaboration in Asia's IR landscape. Taiwan Investor Relations Institute Contact: office@ Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
12-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Semtech Appoints Mitch Haws as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations
BUSINESS WIRE)-- Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading provider of high-performance semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems and cloud connectivity service solutions, announced today that Mitch Haws has joined the company as its senior vice president of investor relations. Mr. Haws has an extensive background in investor relations, most recently as corporate vice president of investor relations at Advanced Micro Devices. Prior to that, he was vice president of investor relations at Skyworks Solutions and vice president of investor relations and global communications at Freescale Semiconductor. He is a certified Investor Relations Charter (IRC)® holder, was honored as a National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI) fellow and currently serves on the NIRI Board of Directors. Mr. Haws holds an MBA from Westminster College and a BA in Communications from Brigham Young University. 'We are pleased to welcome Mitch to our executive team,' said Hong Hou, president and CEO. 'Mitch brings deep expertise in capital markets, financial communications, and investor engagement, and he will play a major role in advancing our dialogue with shareholders and the broader investment community.' 'I am excited to join Semtech at a key moment as it advances cutting-edge technologies and expands its market presence,' said Haws. "I look forward to working with the leadership team to strengthen our relationships with investors and articulate the company's long-term strategy, market opportunities, and financial performance.' On May 12, 2025, and in connection with his joining the Company, Semtech granted Mr. Haws a restricted stock unit (RSU) award covering 30,110 shares of Semtech common stock and a performance-based restricted stock unit (PRSU) award covering a 'target' of 30,110 shares of Semtech common stock. One-third of the RSUs are scheduled to vest on June 10, 2026, and the balance of the RSUs are scheduled to vest in equal quarterly installments every three months after the first vesting date until the award is fully vested, with vesting in each case subject to Mr. Haws' employment with the company through the applicable vesting date. Between 0% and 200% of the 'target' number of PRSUs may become eligible to vest based on Semtech's net revenue, non-GAAP operating income, and relative total shareholder return performance over a three-year performance period consisting of Semtech's 2026, 2027 and 2028 fiscal years. A portion of the 'target' number of PRSUs are allocated to each of the three performance periods under the award, and vesting of any PRSUs allocated to a performance period is subject to both Semtech's performance and Mr. Haws' employment with the company through the date following the end of that fiscal year on which performance is determined by Semtech for purposes of the award (except that no portion of the award will vest earlier than the first anniversary of the grant date, and Semtech's relative total shareholder return performance is measured over the entire three-year performance period). Stock units that vest will be paid in an equal number of shares of Semtech common stock. All of the stock units awarded to Mr. Haws on May 12, 2025 are structured to satisfy the 'inducement grant' exception under applicable listing rules and, accordingly, they were not granted under Semtech's 2017 Long-Term Equity Incentive Plan. Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements All statements contained herein that are not statements of historical fact, including statements that use the words 'will' or other similar words or expressions, that describe Semtech Corporation's future plans, objectives or goals are 'forward-looking statements' and are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause the actual results of Semtech Corporation to be materially different from the historical results and/or from any future results or outcomes expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to: the Company's ability to comply with, or pursue business strategies due to the covenants under the agreements governing its indebtedness; the Company's ability to remediate material weakness in its internal control over financial reporting, discovery of additional weaknesses, and its inability to achieve and maintain effective disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting; the Company's ability to forecast and achieve anticipated net sales and earnings estimates in light of periodic economic uncertainty; the inherent risks, costs and uncertainties associated with integrating Sierra Wireless, Inc. successfully and risks of not achieving all or any of the anticipated benefits, or the risk that the anticipated benefits may not be fully realized or take longer to realize than expected; the uncertainty surrounding the impact and duration of supply chain constraints and any associated disruptions; export restrictions and laws affecting the Company's trade and investments, and tariffs or the occurrence of trade wars; worldwide economic and political disruptions, including as a result of inflation and current geopolitical conflicts; tightening credit conditions related to the United States banking system concerns; competitive changes in the marketplace including, but not limited to, the pace of growth or adoption rates of applicable products or technologies; downturns in the business cycle; decreasing average selling prices of the Company's products; the Company's reliance on a limited number of suppliers and subcontractors for components and materials; changes in projected or anticipated end-user markets; future responses to and effects of public health crises; and the Company's ability to forecast its annual non-GAAP normalized tax rate due to material changes that could occur during the fiscal year, which could include, but are not limited to, significant changes resulting from tax legislation, acquisitions, entity structures or operational changes and other significant events; and the additional risk factors set forth in Semtech Corporation's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ( on March 25, 2025, as such risk factors may be updated, amended or superseded from time to time by subsequent reports that Semtech Corporation files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Semtech Corporation assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release, except as required by law. About Semtech Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC) is a leading provider of high-performance semiconductor, IoT systems and cloud connectivity service solutions that enable a smarter, more connected, and sustainable planet. Our global teams are committed to empowering solution architects and application developers to develop breakthrough products for the infrastructure, industrial and consumer markets. To learn more about Semtech technology, visit us at or follow us on LinkedIn or X. Semtech and the Semtech logo are registered trademarks or service marks of Semtech Corporation or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, service marks, and trade names mentioned in this press release are the property of their respective owners. SMTC-F
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Align Technology Announces Availability of Restorative Capabilities on Its Next Generation iTero Lumina™ Intraoral Scanner and New iTero Lumina™ Pro Dental Imaging System
Next-generation iTero Lumina solutions with comprehensive capabilities provides transformative solutions for general practitioner ("GP") dental practices to enable diagnostic, restorative, and multidisciplinary ortho-restorative workflows — including Near Infra-Red Imaging (NIRI) technology in the iTero Lumina Pro dental imaging system. Builds on 20+ years of expertise in restorative dentistry and the success of the proprietary iTero Multi-Direct Capture™ technology initially launched in February 2024 for clinical orthodontic needs. Powered by iTero Multi-Direct Capture™ technology with 3x larger field of view1, and maximum capture distance of 25mm2, designed to scan 2x faster2 and simplify the capture of challenging areas for dentures, palates, edentulous spaces, and other complex cases. Facilitates the capture of all case types and supports highly efficient workflows. Superior full jaw clinical accuracy compared to tested intraoral scanners3 - iTero Lumina™ solutions enable predictable and repeatable first-time restoration fit4 from single unit crowns to removable prosthetics. iTero Lumina™ scans are within accuracy threshold of photogrammetry11 (the highest standard for prosthetic planning) for full-arch implant restorations5 - captured in one single scan. Outstanding simplicity and highly efficient workflow with capture of single unit crowns to full arch preparations in a single pass. iTero Lumina™ solutions offer up to 5 capabilities in one device and one scan. Elevated patient experiences thanks to quick and comfortable scanning9, for exceptional care. SAN JOSE, Calif. & TEMPE, Ariz. & PETACH TIKVA, Israel, March 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Align Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALGN) a leading global medical device company that designs, manufactures, and sells the Invisalign® System of clear aligners, iTero™ intraoral scanners, and exocad™ CAD/CAM software for digital orthodontics and restorative dentistry, today announced the addition of restorative capabilities to its next generation iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner (without iTero Near Infra-Red Imaging (NIRI) technology) and the new iTero Lumina™ Pro dental imaging system (with iTero NIRI technology), to enable efficient restorative and multidisciplinary ortho-restorative workflows and support diagnostic of interproximal caries above the gingiva, helping GP dentists reach new levels of practice efficiency and growth while delivering exceptional clinical outcomes. Initially launched in February 2024, the iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner delivers faster scanning speed2, higher accuracy3, superior visualization8, and a more comfortable scanning experience.9 The enhanced capabilities of the iTero Lumina solutions provide outstanding scanning experience and performance, optimal for the simplest to the most challenging restorative cases. These capabilities are complemented by simplified restorative workflows that include the capture of single unit dental crowns to full dental arch with multiple preparations in a single pass, with a wave of an iTero Lumina wand. Practice efficiency and growth: Effortless scanning experience and optimized workflows that simplify patient record taking and minimize chair time and footprint Capture simple to complex cases and extraoral appliances and material in one uninterrupted movement and without the need to scan each individual preparation from multiple preparation cases. Experience versatility and efficiency with up to 5 capabilities in one device for less footprint in the practice, designed to reduce maintenance time and cost and enable the full automation of daily tasks from scanning to patient communication and lab collaboration: 1) photorealistic 3D models, 2) HD intraoral camera, 3) aid in interproximal caries detection with NIRI technology7, 4) photorealistic scans that eliminate the need for intraoral photos for Invisalign® case submission8 and 5) that are within comparable thresholds of photogrammetry11, all in one single scan. Simplify multiple treatment planning by using previous patient scans for all procedures within the treatment plan. No need to re-scan the patient and add chair time to your workflow. Exceptional clinical outcomes: Superior clinical accuracy3 Achieve predictable and repeatable first-time restoration fit5 from single unit crowns to removable prosthetics, thanks to superior full-jaw accuracy compared to tested intraoral scanners3 and scans that are within accuracy threshold of photogrammetry for full-arch implant restorations4 - the highest standard for prosthetic planning captured in one single scan. Provide comprehensive patient data to your lab at once, including multi-bite and articulation information, to enable the design of optimal restorations and appliances. Elevated staff and patient experience: Offer a quick and comfortable experience9 for patients. Increase patient engagement and understanding with a modern and customized experience based on patient-centric views of their oral health condition.10 "We are excited to announce that the upgraded iTero Lumina™ scanner and new iTero Lumina™ Pro dental imaging system can now help doctors deliver exceptional restorative outcomes with the wave of a wand," said Karim Boussebaa, Align Technology executive vice president and managing director for the iTero scanner and services business. "The iTero Lumina™ solutions include superior 3D and 2D visualizations, to augment and amplify oral health assessment and communication using the Align™ Oral Health Suite, designed to increase patient engagement and understanding of their oral health condition." Dr. Karla Soto, GP dentist and Align® Faculty member with a practice in Boca Raton, Florida, added, "The iTero Lumina scanner excels in the traditionally challenging scans with long spans, like full arch implant restorations or even edentulous areas. The amount of data and tissue it can capture is outstanding, making what was once a challenge, an easy, fast, and comfortable procedure for me, my team, and my patients." Current iTero Lumina™ scanner owners will receive the new software which includes restorative and diagnostic support capabilities (without iTero NIRI technology) starting April via direct software update, following regulatory clearance in their countries. The iTero Lumina™ Pro dental imaging system in cart and mobile configurations is commercially available in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Vietnam. The iTero Lumina™ scanner cart and mobile configuration is commercially available in the United States, Canada, European Union countries, United Kingdom, Northern Ireland, South Africa, Kenya, Ghana, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Hong Kong, India, Singapore, Vietnam, Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand. The iTero Lumina™ scanner and iTero Lumina™ Pro dental imaging system are expected to be available pending regulatory approvals in other locations throughout 2025. Please contact your sales rep to find out when iTero Lumina solutions are available in your location. Compared to the field of view of the iTero Element™ 5D dental imaging system, when the iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner's scanning distance is 12 mm. Data on file at Align Technology, as of November 15, 2023. Compared to the iTero Element™ 5D dental imaging system with tolerance AVE=±0.1 operating at a working distance from 0-20 mm. Data on file at Align Technology, as of November 15, 2023. Based on bench testing conducted using ADA/ANSI 132 standard Model simulating "long distance accuracy (full jaw measurement)" in July 2024. Method: Comparative test to evaluate full arch accuracy (global accuracy), repeatability and reproducibility of intraoral scanners as described in ADA standard 132 [2015]; Sample definition: 3 operators performed 30 repetitive scans with each tested scanner.; Sample size: n=90 (3x30) scans for each scanner tested; Tested scanners: iTero Lumina; Trios 5; CS3800; Medit i700; Allied Star; Results: The accuracy of iTero Lumina is significantly higher than that of all 4 other scanners; with a reduction of total error ranging from 0.11% to 0.46%. Accuracy was defined as the accumulated average error + STD of all measurements specified in the standard. Data on file at Align Technology, as of August 26, 2024. Based on bench testing conducted in June 2024 according to ADA/ ANSI 132 standard requirements for long distance full jaw accuracy (average error =0.03% - 0.24% < 0.25%), crown accuracy (average error =0% - 0.9% < 1%) and inlay accuracy specimens (average error =0% - 0.4% < 1%). Data on file at Align Technology, as of August 26, 2024. Based on bench testing conducted in January 2025 according to ISO 20896-2:2023 vs. Ground truth: Imetric icam 4D Photogrammetry system; Sample size: n=10; 5 upper arch model (All-on-6) and 5 lower arch model (All-on-4). Thresholds were defined as Horizontal error <50µm; Vertical error <30µm & Angular deviation < 0.4o. Based on clinical data collected in January 2024 of n=15 subjects who participated in a clinical study with iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner. Data reviewed by Invisalign trained practitioners (Orthodontists and GPs) in conjunction with Align clinical team. Data on File at Align Technology, as of January 31, 2024. Can not be used to imply that intraoral photographs may not be needed for practice patient records. iTero NIRI technology is available on iTero Lumina Pro™ imaging system. For Invisalign record-taking cases only. Based on a survey in September 2023 of n=22 users who participated in a global limited market release, working with iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner for an average period of 6 months, representing both Invisalign trained general practitioners, orthodontists and their staff in NA, EU and APAC, who were presented with a 4 point level of agreement scale from strongly agree to strongly disagree with the following statement: "iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner 3D model's superior 3D model eliminates the need to take intraoral photos." and "iTero Lumina™ intraoral scanner 3D model's superior 3D model boosts patient engagement." *Data on file at Align Technology, as of November 15, 2023. Compared to iTero Element™ 5D imaging system wand. Data on file at Align Technology, as of November 15, 2023. Based on assessing intraoral topographical images of hard and soft tissues and NIRI images. Based on bench testing conducted in January 2025 according to ISO 20896-2:2023 vs. Ground truth: Imetric icam 4D Photogrammetry system; Sample size: n=10; 5 upper arch model (All-on-6) and 5 lower arch model (All-on-4). Thresholds were defined as Horizontal error <50µm; Vertical error <30µm & Angular deviation < 0.4o. This claim is only relevant to specific markets, not including EU at this stage. About Align Technology, Inc. Align Technology designs and manufactures the Invisalign® System, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world, iTero™ intraoral scanners and services, and exocad™ CAD/CAM software. These technology building blocks enable enhanced digital orthodontic and restorative workflows to improve patient outcomes and practice efficiencies for over 271.6 thousand doctor customers and is key to accessing Align's 600 million consumer market opportunity worldwide. Over the past 28 years, Align has helped doctors treat approximately 19.5 million patients with the Invisalign System and is driving the evolution in digital dentistry through the Align™ Digital Platform, our integrated suite of unique, proprietary technologies and services delivered as a seamless, end-to-end solution for patients and consumers, orthodontists and GP dentists, and lab/partners. Visit for more information. For additional information about the Invisalign System or to find an Invisalign doctor in your area, please visit For additional information about the iTero digital scanning system, please visit For additional information about exocad dental CAD/CAM offerings and a list of exocad reseller partners, please visit Invisalign, iTero, exocad, Align, Align Digital Platform, and iTero Lumina are trademarks of Align Technology, Inc. View source version on Contacts Technology Madelyn Valente(909) 833-5839mvalente@ Zeno Group Sarah Karlson(828) Sign in to access your portfolio
