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Zephyr Releases PSN Top Guns List for Q2 2024, Highlighting Best-In-Class Separate Accounts, Managed Accounts and Managed ETF Strategies

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NEW YORK, Aug. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Zephyr, a subsidiary of Informa plc (LSE: INF), and a recognized leader in asset and wealth management software has released its highly anticipated PSN Top Guns List for Q2 2024. The list is an important reference for plan sponsors, advisors, family offices and asset managers showcasing the best performing separate accounts, managed accounts and managed ETF strategies each quarter.

“The PSN SMA database remains a central resource for plan sponsors, family offices and investment managers interested in finding strategies that match their clients’ goals. We are committed to providing managers with the highest quality data, as well as a robust platform to market their products and strategies,” says Nick Williams, Product Manager of PSN at Zephyr. “We have a lot of great things in the works with new targeted offerings for firms coming soon.”

In addition to commemorating 20 years of PSN Top Guns, PSN is celebrating 40 years this year as the longest running SMA database in the world. For the first time in two decades of PSN Top Guns, the list of winners is openly available here

The PSN Mid-Year Outlook for 2024 marks the anniversaries with articles from leading SMAs firms including Martin Investment Management, LLC, Tannin Capital, PIMCO, Level Four Capital Management, Palouse Capital Management, STP Investment Services, Zevenbergen Capital Investments, Sawgrass Asset Management LLC, Capital Wealth Planning LLC, Horizon Investment Services, Aurora and Focus Point Solutions. The PSN Mid-Year Outlook for 2024 can be accessed here.

Zephyr’s Market Strategist Ryan Nauman evaluated this quarter’s PSN Top Guns list and noted, “The Feds’ upcoming interest rate decisions continued to be the primary focus for equity investors during the quarter. Concerns about the economy overheating and inflation remaining stubborn gave way to increased optimism for a soft landing and rate cuts coming soon.”

Nauman reviewed three universes for this quarter. Below are some of the strategies that make up the PSN Top Guns Mega Cap Universe:

Fidelity Institutional Asset Mgmt.: Concentrated Blue-Chip Growth (+11.5% for the quarter)Principal Street Partners: PSP Quality Growth (+9.7% for the quarter)T. Rowe Price: US Large-Cap Core Growth Equity (+9.7% for the quarter)

The following are some of the strategies that make up the PSN Top Guns list for the Emerging Markets Universe:

BlackRock: BlackRock FE India (+13.0% for the quarter)Calamos Advisors LLC: Calamos Emerging Economies Strategy (+12.1% for the quarter)Wasatch Global Investors: Emerging India (+11.9% for the quarter)

Below are some of the strategies that make up the PSN Top Guns Short Maturity Universe:

Diamond Hill Capital Management, Inc: Diamond Hill Short Duration Sec Bond (+2.3% for the quarter)Loomis, Sayles & Company, L.P.: Senior Loan (+1.9% for the quarter)Newfleet Asset Management: Bank Loans Strategy (+1.9% for the quarter)

Nauman’s complete Q2 2024 Top Guns Commentary can be viewed on the company’s website. The complete list of PSN Top Guns and an overview of the methodology, can be found here. If you would like to learn more about becoming a part of the PSN SMA database or would like to subscribe to PSN SMA data, visit PSN. Learn more about how you can contribute to PSN SMA Data here.

About PSN
For four decades, PSN has been a top resource for asset and wealth managers. Asset managers rely on Zephyr’s PSN SMA database to effectively reach institutional and retail investors. Over 2,800 firms, 285 universes, and more than 21,000 products comprise the database, showing asset breakdowns, compliance, key personnel, ownership diversity, ESG, business objectives and strategy, style, fees, GIC sectors, fixed income ranges and full holdings. Unique to PSN is its robust historical database of nearly 40 Years of Data Including Net and Gross-of-Fee Returns. For more details visit PSN to learn more.

About Zephyr
Zephyr’s award-winning asset and wealth management software offers portfolio construction, proposal generation, advanced analytics, asset allocation, manager screening, risk analysis, portfolio performance and more, transforming multifaceted data into digestible intel. The award-winning technology empowers financial professionals to navigate a bullish or bearish market. Zephyr was recently honored with the 2024 FinTech Breakthrough Award for Best Overall Analytics Platform. Zephyr’s asset and wealth management software allows asset managers to communicate their strategies more cost-efficiently by using customized, on demand template technology. To learn more about Zephyr, visit ZephyrFinancialSolutions.com.

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EcoFlow Debuts AI-Powered OASIS at CES 2025, Maximizing Energy Savings and Extreme Weather Prep

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EcoFlow also previews its residential energy systems customized for the U.S. market, and showcases its latest portable power stations and power banks

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EcoFlow, a leading portable power and eco-friendly energy solutions company, unveiled EcoFlow OASIS at CES 2025, introducing homeowners to a revolutionary AI-powered energy solution designed to maximize home energy storage, prepare for weather-related power outages and reduce home electric bills.

EcoFlow OASIS harnesses artificial intelligence combined with real-time household and environmental data to maximize the benefits of EcoFlow’s wide range of portable and whole-home power devices. Factors like past energy usage, local electric rates, home solar energy generation and weather patterns help it provide personalized recommendations and automations. These can keep batteries charged ahead of severe weather, help users make smarter energy decisions and save money.

The built-in smart assistant intelligently responds to natural language queries like, “How can I maximize my solar energy usage today?” OASIS offers suggestions for optimized energy use and with the user’s permission, it can automatically put those recommendations into action. For example, it can run high-power appliances like air conditioners and washing machines on stored solar energy instead of grid power during peak pricing periods.

“As the first in the portable power industry to launch a user-focused mobile app, EcoFlow now leads again by integrating AI into a comprehensive energy management system,” said Peter Linghu, EcoFlow’s Director of Product Strategy and Development. “This year at CES, we’re showcasing the most advanced, integrated power solutions for portable and whole-home backup use. With OASIS, we empower our customers by putting control directly in their hands, demonstrating how cutting-edge technology can revolutionize everyday energy management.”

EcoFlow OASIS works with existing EcoFlow devices such as DELTA 3 Plus and RIVER 3 Plus, enabling select features like Storm Warning Alerts, Time-of-Use Mode, and Uninterrupted Power Supply. The full potential of OASIS’ smart energy management is experienced in the EcoFlow Whole-Home Power Backup Solutions, such as DELTA Pro Ultra with Smart Home Panel 2 system in North America. In Europe, the EcoFlow PowerOcean grid-tied residential energy system takes this concept even further.

EcoFlow will also launch a grid-tied, whole-home solar battery solution in the US later this year in a new product called EcoFlow OCEAN Pro, which will fully leverage OASIS’s advanced AI capabilities. Compatible with select EcoFlow power stations, OCEAN Pro offers increased energy capacity for improved power backup reliability and smarter utility bill savings.

OASIS integrates not only with EcoFlow’s products, but also with third-party devices compatible with Shelly and Matter, providing a unified view of energy sources like solar and grid power alongside real-time consumption insights—an industry first.

“With the increasingly capable systems we are introducing, EcoFlow OASIS simplifies home energy management, helping users maximize their energy investment,” Linghu said. “From charging your EV at the lowest cost to preparing for extreme weather, OASIS handles the guesswork. EcoFlow remains committed to delivering the ‘FIRST’ – flexible, innovative, reliable, simple, and thorough – power solutions.”

EcoFlow will also display at CES its full range of consumer products, including its third-gen portable power stations, integrated RV and camper van power solutions as well as its first ultra-portable solutions for mobile devices. These include:

Power Kit System: Expandable off-grid power solutions for RV and remote living, with an expandable capacity of up to 45kWh to power high-demand appliances like portable AC/heater units and refrigerators.

RAPID Series: EcoFlow’s first-ever magnetic power bank offers a built-in USB-C cable, phone stand and Qi2 15W wireless charging. It’s available in 5000mAh and 10000 mAh capacities to power devices, including phones, tablets, laptops, e-readers, ear pods and more.

Power Hat: A lightweight, outdoor-resistant solar-powered hat that charges up to two devices on-the-go with a dual USB-A/USB-C port.

Images and more information can be found in the EcoFlow media kit.

About EcoFlow:

EcoFlow is a leading provider of eco-friendly energy solutions, committed to powering a new world. Since its founding in 2017, EcoFlow has aimed to be the FIRST in power solutions — Flexible, Innovative, Reliable, Simple, and Thorough — for individuals and families, whether at home, outdoors or on the go. With a smart manufacturing center in China, and headquarters in the USA, Germany and Japan, EcoFlow has empowered over 4.5 million users in 140 markets worldwide. For more information, visit https://www.ecoflow.com/us.

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STRADVISION to Showcase Groundbreaking ADAS Innovations at CES 2025 featuring Texas Instruments technology

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Demonstration of the new TI TDA4VPE-Q1 automotive system-on-chip with STRADVISION’s production-ready SVNet 3D perception network for ADAS and autonomous driving

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — STRADVISION, a leader in deep learning-based vision perception technology is set to showcase their latest innovations featuring Texas Instruments (TI) processors at CES 2025. The collaboration highlights the integration of TI’s TDA4VPE-Q1 system-on-a-chip (SoC) for L2 domain controllers and STRADVISION’s SVNet 3D Perception Network, a production-ready, deep learning-powered solution that redefines ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities.

A Fusion of Cutting-Edge Technologies: SVNet 3D Perception Network based on the TDA4VPE-Q1 SoC

The TI TDA4VPE-Q1 automotive SoC, designed for multi-camera ADAS applications, integrates advanced sensor fusion, edge AI, graphics, and video co-processing. With 16 TOPS of AI performance, 4x Arm® Cortex®-A72 cores, optimized memory architecture, and a heterogeneous design, it delivers unparalleled efficiency while lowering system costs. This platform supports diverse imaging solutions, including Level 2 and Level 2+ ADAS, auto valet parking, 3D surround view, and more making it a versatile and cost-effective choice for next-generation automotive applications.

Paired with the TI TDA4VPE-Q1 SoC, the SVNet 3D Perception Network solution converts 2D camera data into precise 3D environmental maps, enabling vehicles to perceive their surroundings with exceptional clarity. Designed for adaptability, the SVNet platform supports high-level autonomous driving across various Operational Design Domains (ODD), including complex and challenging conditions.

Showcasing Innovation at CES 2025

At CES 2025, attendees can witness a live demonstration of the SVNet based on TDA4VPE-Q1 automotive SoC. The demo highlights its capabilities in enabling multi-camera inputs for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as Level 2+ highway driving, auto valet parking, 3D surround view, and memory-based automatic parking.

A Game-Changer for Automotive Applications

STRADVISION’s SVNet, integrated with the TDA4V-Mid Plus Eco SoC, empowers automotive OEMs to deliver scalable ADAS solutions. The SoC’s flexibility accommodates various image sensors and resolutions, supporting ADAS domain controllers, front cameras, surround views, and mirror replacement. This collaboration paves the way for innovation in automotive, robotics, and security systems.

“We are proud to collaborate with Texas Instruments to bring cost-effective yet powerful solutions to the automotive industry,” said Philip Vidal, CBO of STRADVISION. “The TDA4VPE-Q1 automotive SoC, paired with STRADVISION’s SVNet, exemplifies our shared vision for advancing ADAS technologies. With production-ready software development concluding in 2025 and a Start of Production (SoP) targeted for 2026, we are poised to meet the demands of an evolving market. This collaboration also underscores our commitment to global expansion, enabling us to address the rising demand for innovative and scalable solutions worldwide.”

“The TDA4VPE-Q1 automotive system-on-a-chip for L2 domain controllers with graphics, AI, and video co-processing embodies our vision of delivering high-performance, flexible, and efficient solutions for next-generation automotive applications,” said Mike Pienovi, product line manager at Texas Instruments. “Our collaboration with STRADVISION and their SVNet software demonstrates how technology can accelerate the move from 2D to 3D perception networks.”

Event Details: 

Date: January 7–10, 2025 Location: Westgate Hotel Hospitality Suite #2951, Las Vegas, Nevada 

For more information on STRADVISION and its industry-leading technologies, please visit STRADVISION

About STRADVISION 

Founded in 2014, STRADVISION is an automotive industry pioneer in artificial intelligence-based vision perception technology for ADAS. The company is accelerating the advent of fully autonomous vehicles by making ADAS features available at a fraction of the market cost compared with competitors. STRADVISION’s SVNet is being deployed on various vehicle models in partnership with OEMs; can power ADAS and autonomous vehicles worldwide; and is serviced by over 300 employees in Seoul, San Jose, Detroit, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Dusseldorf. STRADVISION has been honored with Frost & Sullivan’s 2022 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Award, the Gold Award at the 2022 and 2021 AutoSens Awards for Best-in-Class Software for Perception Systems, and the 2020 Autonomous Vehicle Technology ACES Award in Autonomy (software category). In addition, STRADVISION and its software have achieved TISAX’s AL3 standard for information security management, as well as being certified to the ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems and ISO 26262 for Automotive Functional Safety. 

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STRADVISION Showcases Collaboration with Renesas at CES 2025

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Highlighting Next-Generation ADAS Innovation with SVNet Integration on Renesas’ R-Car V4H SoC Platform

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — STRADVISION, a global leader in AI-based vision perception technology, is excited to announce its collaboration with Renesas Electronics Corporation at CES 2025. This collaboration showcases the integration of STRADVISION’s SVNet software into Renesas’ R-Car Open Access (RoX) development platform, a cutting-edge demonstration of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

As part of this collaboration, STRADVISION will present a groundbreaking demo featuring a 3D perception system powered by an 8MP Front View Camera (FVC) based on the Renesas R-CarV4H platform. This demonstration highlights the exceptional efficiency and low computing power of SVNet, providing an optimized, scalable solution for next-generation Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs). Additionally, the 3DP FVC ADAS solution is set for production in 2026.

Driving Efficiency and Performance in ADAS

STRADVISION’s SVNet software is celebrated for its high efficiency, enabling advanced perception capabilities even on platforms with constrained computing power. By integrating SVNet with Renesas’ RoX platform supporting R-Car SoCs, the demo delivers a pre-validated, high-performance ADAS solution that caters to the growing demand for affordable, reliable, and scalable technologies in the automotive industry.

“This collaboration underscores STRADVISION’s commitment to pioneering AI-based solutions that meet the evolving needs of the automotive market,” said Philip Vidal, Chief Business Officer at STRADVISION. “By working closely with Renesas, we are delivering innovative technologies that redefine safety, efficiency, and performance for automotive manufacturers worldwide.”

A Strategic Partnership for the Future of SDVs

STRADVISION has a longstanding history of collaboration with Renesas, with previous integrations including the SVNet software on Renesas’ R-Car V3x platform. During the week of CES 2025, STRADVISION plans to demonstrate a cohesive solution designed for SDVs that bridges the gap between ADAS and IVI functionalities. This innovation is poised to catalyze broader adoption of advanced safety features and autonomous driving technologies across diverse vehicle segments.

Visit STRADVISION at CES 2025

Attendees at CES 2025 are invited to experience this breakthrough technology firsthand at STRADVISION’s booth. The demo highlights STRADVISION’s strategic role in shaping the future of mobility by providing intelligent, efficient, and scalable solutions that empower Tier-1 suppliers and car OEMs to innovate rapidly and cost-effectively.

Event Details:

Date: January 7–10, 2025Location: Westgate Hotel Hospitality Suite #2951, Las Vegas, Nevada

For more information on STRADVISION and its industry-leading technologies, please visit STRADVISION.

About STRADVISION 

Founded in 2014, STRADVISION is an automotive industry pioneer in artificial intelligence-based vision perception technology for ADAS. The company is accelerating the advent of fully autonomous vehicles by making ADAS features available at a fraction of the market cost compared with competitors. STRADVISION’s SVNet is being deployed on various vehicle models in partnership with OEMs; can power ADAS and autonomous vehicles worldwide; and is serviced by over 300 employees in Seoul, San Jose, Detroit, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Dusseldorf. STRADVISION has been honored with Frost & Sullivan’s 2022 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Award, the Gold Award at the 2022 and 2021 AutoSens Awards for Best-in-Class Software for Perception Systems, and the 2020 Autonomous Vehicle Technology ACES Award in Autonomy (software category). In addition, STRADVISION and its software have achieved TISAX’s AL3 standard for information security management, as well as being certified to the ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems and ISO 26262 for Automotive Functional Safety. 

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