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Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Azure Printed Homes Named SXSW 2025 Innovation Winner for Urban Experience
Azure's Sustainable 3D Printed Homes Chosen for Prestigious Award SWSW 2025 Innovation Award, Urban Experience AUSTIN, Texas, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The new year is bringing new expansion and accomplishment for Azure Printed Homes, a growing pioneer in sustainable 3D-printed small dwellings. As a first time SWSX participant, Azure was chosen in February as one of 5 finalists in 11 categories to exhibit their projects at the seventh annual Innovation Awards Finalist Showcase during SXSW 2025. At the event, the Finalist Judges named Azure the winner of the Urban Experience Award, which was announced and presented at the 26th annual SXSW Innovation Awards Ceremony on Monday, March 10 at the Austin Convention Center. Now in its third year of operation, the Los Angeles, Calif.-based company has grown rapidly as an innovation leader in the creation of 3D printed dwellings from sustainable materials. The company is ideally poised to address the growing need for affordable housing, transitional units, and glamping resorts that can be fabricated and established within four weeks from order to installation, at a price that is substantially lower than traditional construction. In addition to the growing market demand for Azure's innovative technology, the company is poised to assist the thousands of homeowners affected by the recent LA Fires, as noted this week on CBS Evening News. With Azure's help, these displaced and impacted owners can obtain Azure's homes cost-effectively and quickly to use during rebuilding, and as permanent homes. Said Azure CEO and Cofounder Ross Maguire, who accepted the award: 'Of all of the awards we've achieved during our three years of operating history, we are especially honored to receive this prestigious honor from SXSW – an organization that is renowned for its legacy of identifying and celebrating many of the greatest innovations in the world.' About the SXSW Innovation Awards The SXSW Innovation Awards recognize the most exciting creative developments in the connected world, celebrating a variety of technological advancements, achievements, and discoveries. The full list of 2025 winners and finalists is available here. About Azure Printed Homes Azure Printed Homes is a leader in 3D-printing studios, glamping units and homes from recycled polymers and fiberglass, dedicated to creating a more affordable and sustainable world. With three state-of-the-art 3D printing robots in its California factory and in a new Colorado factory opening in 2025, Azure Printed Homes leads the global industry in high- speed production, pioneering a new era of construction excellence. Customers can design their backyard studios, ADUs, and tiny homes through the company's online configurator, and Azure Printed Homes will print, prefabricate and deliver them anywhere in the US within one to four weeks, offering future-focused living spaces that enrich lives and invest in the planet's future. For more information, visit #SXSW #InnovativeConstruction #HousingCrisis #ConstructionTrends #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Sustainability For more information, contact Cheryl Conner, SnappConner PR for Azure Printed Homes (801) 805-0160Cheryl@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BetterWay Blood Testing Wins 2025 SXSW Innovation Award
New fingertip blood testing technology, developed by Babson Diagnostics, takes home coveted prize in the health and biotech category AUSTIN, Texas, March 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BetterWay™ blood testing by Babson Diagnostics was announced the winner in the Health and Biotech category of the prestigious 26th Annual SXSW® Innovation Awards competition. BetterWay was recognized for its new, customer-friendly blood testing technology that collects pea-sized samples from the fingertip instead of tubes of blood from the arm. SXSW judges chose BetterWay out of five finalists in the category, which featured a high-tech hearing aid, at-home fertility kit, an AI avatar for people with Alzheimer's, and a hemostatic gel used to stop bleeding. SXSW announced the winners in 11 categories last night at an award ceremony during the festival. The SXSW Innovation Awards honor the most forward-thinking new ideas that are making a positive impact on society. "We are honored to receive this award at SXSW, where some of the most transformative ideas in technology and healthcare are celebrated," said Eric Olson, founder and chief operating officer of Babson Diagnostics. "This achievement reflects the dedication of our team to empower people to take charge of their health with friendly, convenient, and affordable blood testing." During the festival on Saturday, Babson showcased the BetterWay innovations for judges and SXSW attendees, including a novel capillary collection device that obtains blood samples without the need for a phlebotomist, and the Babson Sample Preparation Device, which fully automates labeling, mixing, centrifuging, and cold storage. Samples are tested at Babson's CLIA-certified laboratory in Austin, which was purpose-built to analyze small-volume, capillary blood. Babson launched BetterWay blood testing in May at pharmacies across Austin. In December, the company launched BetterWay for Healthcare Organizations, providing health systems with an alternative to venipuncture for their patients. This can help lower barriers to testing, close gaps in care, and improve patient satisfaction. About BetterWay by Babson Diagnostics BetterWay is blood testing reimagined—affordable fingertip collection at convenient locations with fast, accurate lab results. Available now at Austin pharmacies and clinics, BetterWay empowers people to take charge of their health. Customers can order tests for themselves or with a doctor and receive clear, easy-to-understand results in one to two days. BetterWay was developed by Babson Diagnostics, a science-first healthcare technology company named 2024 Medtech Company of the Year by MD + DI. Healthcare organizations across the U.S. can partner with Babson to bring the BetterWay experience to their patients. For more information, please visit or connect with us on Instagram or LinkedIn. View source version on Contacts Media inquiries only:Joe FosterBabsonDX@ (323) 572-5361 For general inquiries: discover@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
25-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
BetterWay Blood Testing by Babson Diagnostics Brings Convenient, Affordable Blood Testing to SXSW
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 25, 2025-- BetterWay™ blood testing by Babson Diagnostics is excited to bring its innovative blood testing technology to the 2025 SXSW ® Conference and Festivals, a gathering of the world's foremost innovators, creatives, and thought leaders across industries. SXSW attendees can experience firsthand how BetterWay has reimagined blood testing to make it friendly, convenient, and affordable without sacrificing the accuracy and efficiency of laboratory analysis. BetterWay is a unique blood testing service where pea-sized samples are collected from the fingertip at convenient locations and analyzed at Babson's CLIA-certified laboratory in Austin. This enables a less-invasive alternative to venipuncture for a broad range of routine diagnostic tests. Babson launched BetterWay in May 2024 at retail pharmacies in Austin after years of research and development, including 45 clinical studies to validate the technologies and demonstrate test result accuracy. In December 2024, Babson also launched BetterWay for Healthcare Organizations to enable health systems to lower barriers to testing, close gaps in care, and improve patient satisfaction. SXSW recognized Babson's cutting-edge approach to an essential medical service by naming BetterWay a finalist for its 2025 Innovation Awards. As an Austin-based company, Babson Diagnostics is honored to be involved in its hometown's inspiring, dynamic conference. 'SXSW is all about new ideas, and this is your chance to experience the future of blood testing,' said Eric Olson, founder and chief operating officer of Babson Diagnostics. 'Bringing BetterWay to SXSW demonstrates how we're making blood testing convenient and accessible, whether at a doctor's office, a neighborhood pharmacy, or even in the heart of a major festival.' BetterWay will be available at multiple events during SXSW starting on March 8, allowing attendees to seamlessly integrate health screenings into their festival experience. They will receive easy-to-understand test results in one to two days. BetterWay is offering a $25 discount to all attendees, which covers tests such as a comprehensive metabolic panel or lipid panel. Attendees can pre-book appointments by texting 'SXSW' to BetterWay Customer Support at (512) 877-8770 or simply walk up at the events listed below. SXSW Innovation Awards Finalist Showcase Location: JW Marriott, Griffin Hall – 110 E. 2 nd St. Location: JW Marriott, Griffin Hall – 110 E. 2 nd St. Date & Time: Saturday, March 8 | 2 to 5 p.m. The SXSW Innovation Awards celebrate a variety of technological advancements and discoveries. BetterWay is one of five finalists in the Health & Biotech category. At the showcase, all 55 finalists across 11 categories will have the opportunity to demonstrate their innovations. Contest judges will determine the winner for each category, and SXSW badge holders will determine the winner for the People's Choice Award. SXSW Expo Location: Austin Convention Center – 500 E. Caesar Chavez St. Location: Austin Convention Center – 500 E. Caesar Chavez St. Date & Time: Sunday, March 9 - Wednesday, March 12 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit Booth 633 in the Health + Wellness pavilion to see BetterWay in action, meet the team, and get tested. The Expo will be open to the public on Wednesday. Eating for a Healthier, Happier Life: The Transformative Power of Clean Eating Location: The Well – 440 W. 2 nd St. Location: The Well – 440 W. 2 nd St. Date & Time: Monday, March 10 | 2:30 to 5 p.m. BetterWay will be part of a panel moderated by Everguide Health CEO Cindy Stefanko and featuring functional medicine nutritionist Lauren Embree, Nova Hospitality CEO Jack Zimmerman, and Austin Chef Vanessa Musi to discuss intentional eating and how diet affects health. A BetterWay representative will discuss how blood testing can help people track their lifestyle changes and take proactive steps to improve their health. Testing will not be available at this event, but attendees can still access a $25 discount toward future tests. KUTX Live! At Scholz Garten Location: Scholz Garten – 1607 San Jacinto Blvd. Location: Scholz Garten – 1607 San Jacinto Blvd. Date & Time: Wednesday, March 12 - Saturday, March 15 | 8 a.m. to noon Testing will be available on Friday and Saturday. On Wednesday and Thursday, representatives will be available to discuss how BetterWay can provide actionable data to support wellness journeys. About BetterWay by Babson Diagnostics BetterWay is blood testing reimagined—affordable fingertip collection at convenient locations with fast, accurate lab results. Available now at Austin pharmacies and clinics, BetterWay empowers people to take charge of their health. Customers can order for themselves or with a doctor and receive clear, easy-to-understand results in one to two days. BetterWay was developed by Babson Diagnostics, a science-first healthcare technology company named 2024 Medtech Company of the Year by MD + DI. Healthcare organizations across the US can partner with Babson to bring the BetterWay experience to their patients. For more information, please visit or connect with us on Instagram or LinkedIn. SOURCE: Babson Diagnostics Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 02/25/2025 11:03 AM/DISC: 02/25/2025 11:03 AM
