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Diebold Nixdorf Prices Offering of Senior Secured Notes

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NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) (the “Company”) today announced that it priced its previously announced offering (the “Notes Offering”) of $950.0 million aggregate principal amount of 7.750% Senior Secured Notes due 2030 (the “Notes”). The Notes Offering is being conducted in reliance upon one or more exemptions from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). The Notes will be issued at a price of 100.000% of their principal amount. The Notes Offering is expected to close on December 18, 2024, subject to market and other conditions, including the consummation of the New Revolving Credit Facility (as defined below).

On or about the closing of the Notes Offering, the Company expects to enter into a new $310.0 million revolving credit facility maturing in December 2029 (the “New Revolving Credit Facility”). The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Notes Offering, together with borrowings under the New Revolving Credit Facility and cash on hand, to (i) repurchase all of the term loans under the Company’s existing senior secured term loan facility that are validly submitted for repurchase pursuant to the previously announced Dutch auction, (ii) repay all of the borrowings outstanding under its existing super-priority senior secured revolving credit facility, and (iii) pay all related premiums, fees and expenses. The Company intends to use any remaining net proceeds of the Notes Offering for general corporate purposes, which may include the repayment of debt.

The Notes will be the senior secured obligations of the Company and will be guaranteed, on a senior secured basis, jointly and severally, by (i) as of the issue date of the Notes, each of the Company’s subsidiaries that is a borrower under or guarantees the obligations under the New Revolving Credit Facility and (ii) following the issue date, any of the Company’s existing or future wholly owned domestic subsidiaries (other than certain excluded subsidiaries) that is a borrower under or guarantees the obligations under the New Revolving Credit Facility or incurs or guarantees certain capital markets indebtedness (the “Guarantors”). 

Additionally, it is expected that the Notes and the related guarantees will be secured by first-priority liens on substantially all of the tangible and intangible assets of the Company and the Guarantors, in each case subject to certain exclusions and permitted liens, which collateral will also secure, on a pari passu basis, the New Revolving Credit Facility.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. The Notes and related guarantees are being offered only to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers in reliance on the exemption from registration set forth in Rule 144A under the Securities Act, and outside the United States, to non-U.S. persons in reliance on the exemption from registration set forth in Regulation S under the Securities Act. The Notes and the related guarantees have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act, or the securities laws of any state or other jurisdiction, and may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state securities or blue sky laws and foreign securities laws.

About Diebold Nixdorf
Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) automates, digitizes and transforms the way people bank and shop. As a partner to the majority of the world’s top 100 financial institutions and top 25 global retailers, our integrated solutions connect digital and physical channels conveniently, securely and efficiently for millions of consumers each day. The Company has a presence in more than 100 countries with approximately 21,000 employees worldwide.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that are not historical information and are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements give current expectations or forecasts of future events and are not guarantees of future performance. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Refinancing Transactions and the Company’s intended use of proceeds of the Notes Offering.

Statements can generally be identified as forward looking because they include words such as “believes,” “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “estimates,” “potential,” “target,” “predict,” “project,” “seek,” and variations thereof or “could,” “should” or words of similar meaning. Statements that describe the Company’s future plans, objectives or goals are also forward-looking statements, which reflect the current views of the Company with respect to future events and are subject to assumptions, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Although the Company believes that these forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions regarding, among other things, the economy, its knowledge of its business, and key performance indicators that impact the Company, these forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.

Some of the risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:

the Company’s ability to consummate the Notes Offering and the other Refinancing Transactions;the Company’s recent emergence from its and certain of its U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries’ jointly administered cases in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas (the “U.S. Bankruptcy Court”) and its voluntary proceedings in the District Court of Amsterdam (the “Dutch Court”), which could adversely affect our business and relationships;the significant variance of our actual financial results from the projections that were filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court and Dutch Court;the overall impact of the global supply chain complexities on the Company and its business, including delays in sourcing key components as well as longer transport times, especially for container ships and U.S. trucking, given the Company’s reliance on suppliers, subcontractors and availability of raw materials and other components;the Company’s ability to generate sufficient cash or have sufficient access to capital resources to service its debt, which, if unsuccessful or insufficient, could force the Company to reduce or delay investments and capital expenditures or to dispose of material assets or operations, seek additional debt or equity capital or restructure or refinance its indebtedness;the Company’s ability to comply with the covenants contained in the agreements governing its debt;the Company’s ability to successfully convert its backlog into sales, including our ability to overcome supply chain and liquidity challenges;the ultimate impact of infectious disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies, including further adverse effects to the Company’s supply chain, and maintenance of increased order backlog;the Company’s ability to successfully meet its cost-reduction goals and continue to achieve benefits from its cost-reduction initiatives and other strategic initiatives;the success of the Company’s new products, including its DN Series line and EASY family of retail checkout solutions, and electronic vehicle charging service business;the impact of a cybersecurity incident or operational failure on the Company’s business;the Company’s ability to attract, retain and motivate key employees;the Company’s reliance on suppliers, subcontractors and availability of raw materials and other components;changes in the Company’s intention to further repatriate cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments residing in international tax jurisdictions, which could negatively impact foreign and domestic taxes;the Company’s success in divesting, reorganizing or exiting non-core and/or non-accretive businesses and its ability to successfully manage acquisitions, divestitures, and alliances;the ultimate outcome of the appeals for the appraisal proceedings initiated in connection with the implementation of the Domination and Profit Loss Transfer Agreement with the former Diebold Nixdorf AG (which was dismissed in the Company’s favor at the lower court level in 2022) and the merger/squeeze-out (which was dismissed in the Company’s favor at the lower court level in 2023);the impact of market and economic conditions, including the bankruptcies, restructuring or consolidations of financial institutions, which could reduce the Company’s customer base and/or adversely affect its customers’ ability to make capital expenditures, as well as adversely impact the availability and cost of credit;the impact of competitive pressures, including pricing pressures and technological developments;risks related to our international operations, including geopolitical instability and wars;changes in political, economic or other factors such as currency exchange rates, inflation rates (including the impact of possible currency devaluations in countries experiencing high inflation rates), recessionary or expansive trends, disruption in energy supply, taxes and regulations and laws affecting the worldwide business in each of the Company’s operations;the Company’s ability to maintain effective internal controls;unanticipated litigation, claims or assessments, as well as the outcome/impact of any current/pending litigation, claims or assessments;the effect of changes in law and regulations or the manner of enforcement in the United States and internationally and the Company’s ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations; andother factors included in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 as filed with the SEC on March 8, 2024, and its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024.

Except to the extent required by applicable law or regulation, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

You should consider these factors carefully in evaluating forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements.

 

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NICE Recovery Systems Partners with Norwegian Alpine Ski Team – Team Telenor to Elevate Performance and Recovery on the World Stage

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BOULDER, Colo., Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NICE Recovery Systems, a leader in recovery and performance technology, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Norwegian Alpine Ski Team – Team Telenor. This partnership will provide Norway’s top alpine athletes with NICE’s best-in-class recovery solutions, including the NICE1 Iceless Cold + Compression Therapy System, supporting their performance throughout the 2024/2025 World Cup season and beyond.

As the Strategic Partner and Preferred Supplier of Recovery Products for Norwegian Alpine Ski Team – Team Telenor, NICE Recovery Systems is committed to advancing recovery solutions for elite athletes. This collaboration underscores the critical role recovery plays in competitive sports, enabling the Norwegian team to achieve peak performance while highlighting NICE’s innovative technology.

“Recovery is no longer a luxury for elite athletes; it’s a necessity,” said Michael Ross, CEO of NICE Recovery Systems. “We are honored to partner with the Norwegian Alpine Ski Team, whose dedication to excellence aligns with our mission to provide unmatched performance and recovery solutions.”

“We are excited to partner with NICE Recovery Systems and bring their top-tier recovery technology to our team,” said Claus Ryste, Sports Director, Norwegian Alpine Ski Team – Team Telenor. “This collaboration ensures our athletes have the best tools for recovery during a demanding season, and from our experience, the best alternative when injuries occur. We look forward to the support this partnership will provide at the highest level.”

A Partnership Built for Champions

Through this partnership, Norwegian Alpine Ski Team – Team Telenor athletes will incorporate NICE products into their training and competition recovery routines. The partnership kicks off during the Birds of Prey World Cup at Beaver Creek, Colorado (Dec 6-15), where Norwegian Alpine Ski Team – Team Telenor will use NICE products to recover between races.

About NICE Recovery Systems

Based in Boulder, CO, NICE Recovery Systems is dedicated to the uncompromising pursuit of the highest quality recovery and performance technology. With a commitment to innovation and expert-informed design, NICE products empower users to recover smarter, faster, and better. Learn more at www.nicerecovery.com.

About the Norwegian Alpine Ski Team – Team Telenor

Norwegian Alpine Ski Team – Team Telenor represents Norway’s elite alpine skiers, competing on the world’s biggest stages, including the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup and the Winter Olympics. Known as the “Attacking Vikings,” the team is a symbol of excellence and dedication in the sport of alpine skiing.

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OCLC is among Computerworld’s ‘Best Places to Work in IT’ for the 16th year

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Global library technology leader ranked second overall among midsize global organizations, first in DEI strategies, and first in benefits

DUBLIN, Ohio, Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — OCLC, the leading library technology and research organization, has been named among Computerworld’s Best Places to Work in IT 2025. This is the 16th time OCLC has been named a top workplace for information technology professionals by Computerworld.

OCLC was ranked second overall for midsize employers (1,001 to 4,999 employees). The recognition is part of the prestigious IT publication’s annual selection of the Best Places to Work in IT. In past years, the survey had been offered only to U.S.-based companies, but for the last three years Computerworld has included organizations worldwide.

“It’s a great honor to be recognized among the top IT workplaces in Computerworld’s global survey,” said Skip Prichard, OCLC President and CEO. “This recognition reflects our ongoing efforts to create a culture in which our associates can excel. I’m often told that our associates come to OCLC because of our mission, and they stay because of the people and culture. It’s our talented, dedicated team that makes OCLC such an exceptional place to work.”

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, OCLC provides state-of-the-art technologies and services, research, and community programs to libraries of all types and sizes. Together, thousands of OCLC member libraries in more than 100 countries support access to the world’s collected knowledge. WorldCat, the world’s most comprehensive online resource for finding library materials, is among many services provided by OCLC. Anyone can search the collections of thousands of libraries through WorldCat.org.

“OCLC is an inclusive workplace where different experiences and viewpoints are represented in our work on behalf of libraries and their users worldwide,” said Tammi Spayde, OCLC Chief HR Officer. “We know that diverse views create the best services. Our goal is to provide an environment where people thrive professionally, while enjoying the benefits they need to succeed outside of work.”

In addition to placing second overall in the midsize category, OCLC placed first for its DEI strategies, first for exceptional benefits, sixth for IT growth, and seventh for remote/hybrid work experience.

“Our global IT teams are responsible for systems and services that libraries, researchers, students, and lifelong learners depend on 24 hours a day, seven days a week, worldwide,” said Bart Murphy, OCLC Chief Technology and Information Officer. “We employ a great combination of IT professionals who are committed to our mission and are eager to grow their careers with a world-class information technology leader.”

More about careers at OCLC is on the OCLC website.

For more information: Contact Bob Murphy at murphyb@oclc.org or +1-614-761-5136

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E2IP’s Edge AI Sensing Platform with Machine Vision. An ST Micro based Edge AI platform

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MONTRÉAL, Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Today, we are excited to announce the launch of the E2IP Edge AI Sensing Platform (EAISP), our platform for developers, engineers, and early adopters eager to explore the next frontier of intelligent Edge AI computing. EAISP enables intelligence to be added to devices at the edge, unleashing the real power of smart devices. Powered by the ST Microelectronics AI MCU processor, the STM32N6, EAISP is designed to bring unparalleled AI-powered general sensing and machine vision capabilities to cross vertical applications on edge devices.

The Edge AI Sensing Platform combines high-performance machine vision with robust edge AI processing, delivering real-time insights and enabling smarter decision-making directly on the device. With its seamless integration of machine learning and support of AI algorithms, this platform is built to handle demanding applications in medical, security, industrial automation, smart cities, and more. The platform is designed for situations where time (low latency), efficiency (low power and reduced data transmissions), security (no transmission of sensing data) all matter; extremely compact and power-efficient to deploy, EAISP minimizes the data that needs to be stored and transmitted — enabling low-latency, real-time decision-making at the device level.

Key Features:

STM32N6-Based Architecture: Powered by the latest STM32N6 microcontroller, providing exceptional processing power, energy efficiency, and a proprietary NPUReal-Time Edge AI Processing: Process data locally with low latency to provide faster insightsMachine Vision Integration: Built-in support for computer vision, enabling real-time object recognition, motion tracking, and intelligent scene understandingScalable Whether you’re developing a smart factory, autonomous vehicle system, or AI-enhanced surveillance network, the platform is designed to scale for diverse applications

Why Early Adopters Should Take Notice:

Innovation at the Edge: Leverage powerful AI models and machine vision at the edge, reducing reliance on centralized computing resources and enhancing privacyFuture-Proof and Flexible: The EdgeAI Sensing Platform allows users to future-proof their designs with an ecosystem that supports both hardware and software advancementsLow Latency, High Efficiency: With edge-based processing, latency is minimized, allowing for near real time inferencing —critical for applications requiring split-second decision-makingEasy Development: Development tools and models from STM32Cube.ai make it easier than ever to get started with AI-powered sensing and machine vision without requiring deep expertise in hardware design

“We are excited to deliver a platform that accelerates AI innovation at the Edge for general sensing and machine vision applications,” said Eric St-Jacques, CEO at e2ip technologies. “EaiSP’s combination of processing power, energy efficiency, and AI capabilities, along with support for development tools and services offers an unprecedented opportunity for early adopters to lead the way in smart, AI-powered solutions, by adding intelligence at the edge where sensors operate.”

Availability:

Developed in partnership with Siana-Systems, the first version of the Edge AI Sensing Platform with Machine Vision will be available for purchase in January of 2025 and demonstrated at CES in the ST Pavillion.

Contact us to learn about our Early Adopter Program.

About E2IP TECHNOLOGIES

Smart Structural Surfaces™ and Devices. We create new possibilities through fundamental research in embedded system architectures, material sciences, printed electronics, and advanced manufacturing processes. Our Innovations reduce the eco footprint of the global electronics industry, add intelligence and simplify how we all interact with electronic systems in our everyday lives. E2IP is the HMI, IIoT and now Edge AI partner to global market leaders of the world’s most demanding markets. For more information, visit our website www.e2ip.com 

About ST

At ST, we are over 50,000 creators and makers of semiconductor technologies mastering the semiconductor supply chain with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. An integrated device manufacturer, we work with more than 200,000 customers and thousands of partners to design and build products, solutions, and ecosystems that address their challenges and opportunities, and the need to support a more sustainable world. Our technologies enable smarter mobility, more efficient power and energy management, and the wide-scale deployment of cloud-connected autonomous things. We are committed to achieving our goal to become carbon neutral on scope 1 and 2 and partially scope 3 by 2027. Further information can be found at www.st.com.

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