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Cirrus Aircraft Redefines Personal Aviation with SR Series G7 Featuring Touchscreen Displays, New Safety Systems, Premium Travel Amenities and Connected Mobile App

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DULUTH, Minn., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cirrus Aircraft, the company that brought you the aircraft with the parachute and the Vision Jet that lands itself with the touch of a button, today announced the newest generation of the world’s best-selling, high-performance, single-engine piston aircraft – the SR Series G7. The SR Series G7 aircraft features touchscreen interfaces, large high-resolution displays, advanced safety systems, improved visibility, increased legroom, enhanced convenience features, and the Cirrus IQ mobile app that provides remote access to real-time health and readiness indications for your aircraft so you can travel faster, safer and smarter wherever you go.

 

The G7 integrates an intuitive touchscreen-controlled flight deck with a comfortable and stylish cabin to create an approachable personal aviation experience. This simplified yet incredibly powerful flight deck reduces pilot workload while offering enhanced situational awareness for both pilot and passenger. Cirrus Aircraft has defined the personal aviation category with both the SR Series and the Vision Jet, and has aligned the flight deck, cabin experience and training programs, including our Private Pilot Program, to provide a clear progression from learning to fly and owning a SR Series aircraft, all the way through piloting your own Vision Jet.

“Our mission is to increase participation in aviation so more people can benefit from the freedom, productivity and joy it provides,” said Zean Nielsen, Chief Executive Officer of Cirrus Aircraft. “We have also developed a comprehensive ecosystem providing global sales, flight training, maintenance and support to ensure our owners have a seamless ownership experience. Our aircraft are truly designed with people in mind and the new SR Series G7 is a testament to that philosophy. Our team and our aircraft provide a clear path to enter and advance within the personal aviation community by learning to fly and eventually transition to the Vision Jet with ease.”

Now with nearly 10,000 aircraft delivered, the SR Series product line – TRAC20/22/22T, SR20, SR22, SR22T – continues to lead the high-performance, single-engine piston market with a rich history of industry-first advancements inspiring generations to come.

“Over the years, Cirrus Aircraft has continuously advanced its product lines while ensuring quality, performance and safety are paramount,” said Pat Waddick, President of Innovation and Operations of Cirrus Aircraft. “The SR Series G7 adds new avionics and autonomous interfaces coupled with all-new styling and comfort. It is the culmination of seamless collaboration between customer, innovation and operations to develop an aircraft with technological and generational advancements that make flying truly exceptional for all.”

The Future of Flying
First delivered in 1999 and now memorialized in the ‘We All Fly’ exhibition at the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum, the SR20 altered the light aircraft industry with a 10″ multi-function display and later added a complete glass flight deck with the very first primary flight display in a small, certified aircraft. These technological advancements revolutionized the industry and helped improve safety while simplifying the way pilots navigate around the world – forever changing the aviation landscape.

Today, the SR Series G7 features Cirrus Perspective Touch+™ by Garmin®, the most advanced flight deck in the industry, and is the first-ever piston aircraft to incorporate dual Garmin Touch Controllers. Perspective Touch+ offers larger, high-resolution displays with expanded systems integration, enabling a more intuitive flight deck experience, reducing pilot workload and increasing situational awareness. The interior creates a refined inflight experience for pilot and passengers, increasing the comfort for every occupant with easy-to-see and understand flight details such as – current position, fuel level, destination arrival time and more.

The Perspective Touch+ flight deck now integrates more systems including:

Larger, high-resolution 12″ or optional 14″ widescreen displays to streamline tasks.Garmin Touchscreen Controllers with intuitive icons and a shallow menu structure.CAS-linked checklists and Checklist Scroll Wheel to easily navigate through checklists.Taxiway Routing and 3D SafeTaxi to simplify airport ground navigation.

First-Class Cabin Comfort, Technology and Design
Pilot and passenger comfort continue to inspire reimagined interiors. The SR Series G7 reveals the seamless convergence of luxury, comfort and innovation. The reimagined interior embodies auto-inspired features and ergonomics throughout featuring:

New Push Button Start modernizes the G7 aircraft ignition.Automatic Fuel Selector System makes fuel management even easier by automatically switching between fuel tanks every five gallons.Redesigned interior panels incorporate dimmable task lights and ambient accent lighting, illuminating the cabin.Sturdy cup holders, numerous pockets and two center console compartments neatly store belongings for increased organization, seamless cord management and accessibility.Powered Headset Jacks and Lighted High-Power USB-C outlets are uniquely positioned within easy reach of each occupant to keep you connected during flight.

The 2024 SR Series G7 features a limited-edition aesthetic package as well as five new exterior and premium interior aesthetic options, all of which can be explored in the Cirrus Aircraft Configurator.

Unrivaled Safety
The Cirrus Airframe Parachute System is industry-defining, unique-to-Cirrus and standard equipment on all Cirrus aircraft. Continuously innovating with safety in mind, the company now introduces additional advanced safety systems to the G7:

Stick Shaker for enhanced low-speed situational awareness where pilot and copilot are alerted through a vibration in the yoke to warn of an imminent stall.Flap Airspeed Protection monitors airspeed to protect from accidentally deploying or retracting flaps when the aircraft is traveling too fast or too slow for flap configuration changes.Taxiway Routing and 3D SafeTaxi provide increased awareness in the airport environment.

Intelligent Aircraft Connection

Perspective Touch+ enables deeper integration of aircraft systems to increase pilot awareness of aircraft health and adds notable safety features including:

Aircraft Systems Synoptic Pages display a visual blueprint of the health and status of the aircraft systems, including fuel, electrical and ice protection.Cirrus IQ™ mobile app checks for key aircraft readiness items – maintenance, technical publications, trip achievements, real-time status of fuel and oxygen levels, aircraft location, flight hours and more.

Built for Flight Training 
The SR Series G7 continues to raise the bar as the modern flight training aircraft for forward-thinking, world-class flight training institutions. Cirrus Aircraft is proud to partner with Western Michigan University College of Aviation, the first collegiate program to take delivery of the new TRAC20 G7 for advanced student flight training in early 2024.

Whether you are a current pilot or ready to become one, Cirrus Aircraft can guide you every step of the way. https://cirrusaircraft.com/approach/private-pilot-program/

Fly the SR Series G7 today cirrusaircraft.com/aircraft/sr-series.

About Cirrus Aircraft
Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet®, the world’s first single-engine Personal Jet™, and the recipient of the Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined aviation performance, comfort and safety with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed 17 million hours, and 250 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has seven locations in the United States, including Duluth, Minnesota; Grand Forks, North Dakota; Greater Dallas, Texas; Greater Phoenix, Arizona; and Greater Orlando, Florida; Knoxville, Tennessee and Benton Harbor, Michigan. Learn more at cirrusaircraft.com.

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BLUETTI Unveils Elite 200 Portable Power Station Promising Over 17 Years of Dependable Charging

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LAS VEGAS, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BLUETTI, a leader in portable power stations and eco-friendly energy solutions, launches the Elite 200 V2, a 2KWh all-powerful portable power station designed for easy and convenient home backup power and outdoor activities.

Building on the remarkable success of the AC200P — praised by CNET as the “Best Overall Power Station”— the Elite 200 V2 is BLUETTI’s refined upgrade, created in response to valuable customer feedback after selling over 200,000 units of the AC200P. As the world’s first portable power station to use LiFePO4 battery technology, the AC200P set new standards in the industry. Its successor, the Elite 200 V2, redefines portable power station with enhanced battery longevity, a sleek and ultra-compact design, and a beautifully clean exterior, perfectly combining performance with elegance in energy solutions.

17 Years Use with Automotive-Grade Battery

BLUETTI was one of the first brands to adopt LiFePO4 batteries while others used NCM batteries with only 500 life cycles. Now, it raises the bar with ultra-long-lasting automotive-grade LFP batteries. The Bluetti Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station boasts a 6,000+ cycle lifespan, so you can rely on it for 17 years of daily use — 12 times the typical industry standard. It’s also the first in the industry to pass over 33 rigorous battery tests by CNAS, ensuring high standards of performance and stability. This level of durability means you’ll have decades of reliable power and a more sustainable lifestyle.

Backup Power for Homes, RVs, and Beyond

With hurricanes and winter storms on the rise, along with increasingly lengthy power outages, reliable backup power is essential for peace of mind. The Elite 200 V2 portable power station delivers a powerful 2,600W output, capable of running household essentials like refrigerators, lights, routers, and microwaves with ease. Say goodbye to worries about spoiled groceries or a dark home — its high-capacity 2,073.6Wh battery keeps a 100W refrigerator running for up to 16.8 hours.

For road-trippers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station is an essential power source, charging everything from space heaters and coffee makers to phones and camera batteries. When powering high-powered devices, simply activate the Power Lifting mode to access up to 3,900W — sufficient for running hot plates, hair dryers, and other high-demand appliances. Whether you’re camping off the grid or embarking on a cross-country road trip, the Elite 200 V2 provides reliable portable power to keep your essentials running, making it the perfect outdoor power solution for any adventure.

Compact, Space-Saving Design for Versatile Use

Space is a premium in RVs, tiny home offices, and campers, and the Elite 200 V2 fits right in. It’s the size of a 1kWh unit, yet packs a 2kWh punch in a 13.7*9.8*12.6 inches body — 40% smaller than its predecessor. BLUETTI achieves this by integrating wireless internal structure design and advanced LFP prismatic cells, which enable zero-gap battery stacking for ultimate space efficiency. Unlike the commonly used cylindrical cells, the prismatic cells hold more energy and are less likely to have defects.

3 Fast Charging Options

Gone are the days of waiting all night to recharge your power station. With BLUETTI’s Turbo technology, you can top off the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station to 80% in just 50 minutes with a dual AC and solar setup. And for you road warriors, the optional 560W high-speed car charger means you can recharge in just 4.2 hours while driving between stops. When you’re deep into the woods, it’s also convenient to charge from the sun at a maximum of 1,000W. Thanks to built-in solar tracking technology, it automatically activates to capture solar energy whenever there is light.

Tech-Powered Safety for Everyday Use

Using the Elite 200 V2 is as easy and safe as using your smartphone. The Elite 200 V2 is backed by multiple safety technologies for worry-free use. The proprietary BLUETOPUS AI-BMS smart battery management system regulates charging, prevents overheating, and keeps everything safe and stable. With multi-chip protection, you can confidently plug in high-starting power devices like car fridges through the car outlet or connect high-voltage solar panels without risking damage to the unit. Plus, it’s fire-resistant, shock-proof, and adaptive to your challenging adventures.

Super Quiet and Efficient Power

Say goodbye to noisy generators that can disturb your sleep or work. Supported by BLUETTI’s noise-canceling cooling technology, the Elite 200 V2 operates as low as 16dB — so quiet, it’s like the gentle rustle of leaves. This means you can run it in a tent, cabin, or even a home office. Plus, it draws minimal self-power of under 10W per hour when idle, giving you maximum efficiency with the least waste. Even if you accidentally leave it on overnight with AC/DC active, it retains 94% of its charge, significantly outperforming competitors that typically remain only 81%.

Price and Availability

From November 12 to December 2, the Elite 200 V2 is available at a debut price of just USD $1,099 on both the Bluetti Official Site and Amazon. Enjoy an additional 5% off with the code ELITE200V2PR at checkout.

About BLUETTI

As a technology pioneer in clean energy, BLUETTI is committed to a sustainable future by providing affordable green energy storage solutions for both indoor and outdoor use. Through initiatives like the LAAF (Lighting An African Family) program, BLUETTI is dedicated to bringing power to 1 million African families in off-grid areas. With a strong focus on innovation and customer needs, BLUETTI has established itself as a trusted industry leader in over 110 countries and regions.

Media Contact: Ellen Lee, ellenlee@bluetti.com

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Millennium Hotels and Resorts Partners with Aiello to Revolutionize Hospitality with AI Voice Technology

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Enhancing Guest Experience and Operational Efficiency with Cutting-Edge AI Solutions

TAIPEI, Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aiello, a leading startup specializing in Natural Language Processing (NLP), is proud to announce its partnership with Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR). This collaboration aims to redefine standards in the hospitality industry by deploying the AI-powered Aiello Voice Assistant (AVA) across six MHR’s properties in Singapore and Thailand, including Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore, Orchard Hotel Singapore, M Social Hotel Singapore, Studio M Hotel Singapore, M Hotel Singapore City Centre and M Social Hotel Phuket in Thailand.

Leveraging Aiello’s innovative AI technology, this strategic initiative aims not only to enhance the guest experience through personalized, voice-activated services but also to establish new benchmarks for operational efficiency and environmental sustainability.

“Millennium Hotels and Resorts distinguishes itself by leveraging cutting-edge technology and is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences with a Blue Ocean Strategy mindset,” shared Saurabh Prakash, Interim Chief Operating Officer & Chief Commercial Officer at Millennium Hotels and Resorts. “By embracing Aiello’s AI technology, we’re   adopting a data-driven approach that allows us to better understand guest preferences, enabling us to deliver personalized services while unlocking new revenue opportunities.”

Aiello CEO and Co-founder Vic Shen remarked, “Through this collaboration, we have demonstrated how our AI solutions can transform hotel management. By creating a bespoke AI database for MHR, alongside a property and corporate dashboard that visualizes AVA and TMS user behavior data, we empower hoteliers to monitor and understand guest interactions anytime and anywhere. With the addition of a multi-hotel view, MHR gains a comprehensive understanding across properties, enabling data-driven strategies and truly personalized service. Together with MHR, we’re leading the digital transformation of the hospitality industry, creating more intelligent and intuitive hotel environments.”

MHR also unveiled an unboxing video of AVA, demonstrating the AI assistant’s innovative features alongside an interview video detailing the collaboration with Aiello:

Aiello X Millennium Hotels and Resorts | Hotel of Tomorrow

 

Pioneering AI Integration to Enhance Property Value and Drive Sustainable Growth

Ke-Vin Lim, Head of Group Innovation at City Developments Limited (CDL), emphasized that Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) is the first hotel group in Singapore to implement the AVA in guest rooms. “This initiative reflects our commitment to integrating advanced technology, significantly enhancing property value and positioning us as more competitive and attractive for the future,” he said.

Lim also noted that the adoption of AI aligns perfectly with MHR’s sustainability vision. “By replacing outdated in-room amenities and printed materials, we’re making a long-term, sustainable investment,” Lim commented. MHR’s six properties in Singapore have already achieved Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certification. Shen also emphasized, “For instance, by replacing the cabling in over 2,300 rooms with AVA, we would reduce 6,240 kilograms of carbon dioxide emissions, which is equivalent to what would require 284 trees to absorb,” further underscoring MHR’s commitment to environmental responsibility.

Driving Operational Efficiency and Workforce Competitiveness with AI and Digital Transformation

According to an Oracle study, 67% of hotels are facing staffing shortages, with 12% indicating that this impacts their operational effectiveness. “Addressing these operational challenges has been a key motivation for integrating technology into MHR’s systems,” said Andy Tan, Senior Vice President, Global Sales and Partnerships at MHR. “Integrating AVA with our task management system, housekeeping staff can receive real-time updates on room statuses and guest requests, reducing manual tasks and streamlining workflows.” he added. While system integration posed initial challenges, the expertise of Aiello’s team ensured a smooth transition with minimal disruption to existing IT infrastructure.

M Social Hotel Phuket Revolutionizes Guest Services with Aiello Voice Assistant

As the first hotel in MHR group to implement AVA, M Social Hotel Phuket has achieved significant success in transforming guest services. “Our goal was not only to enhance operational efficiency but also to deliver a seamless, enjoyable experience for our guests,” said Pjey Mayandi, General Manager of M Social Hotel Phuket. Serving as the hotel’s central hub, AVA integrates cloud-based phone systems, task management, in-room dining, and smart room controls, significantly streamlining operations. Since replacing traditional in-room phones, M Social Hotel Phuket has seen a significant reduction in call volumes, further showcasing the system’s effectiveness.

Aiello remains dedicated to expanding its comprehensive SaaS platform, Aiello-One, to more hospitality providers across Southeast Asia, Japan, and beyond, empowering hoteliers to unlock the full potential of smart technology and deliver unparalleled guest experiences. With robust backing from partner in Singapore, Go Nimbus, Aiello is well-positioned to scale and implement these innovative solutions across the region. 

About Aiello

Aiello is a leading provider of Voice AI in the hospitality industry. Its flagship product, Aiello Voice Assistant, is a multi-award-winning talk & touch voice AI technology solution aimed at streamlining hotel operations, enhancing the guest experience, and generating insights about customer behavior. The state-of-the-art Aiello Voice Assistant is designed to elevate the guest experience with its unique AI-powered features and capabilities. Since 2019, Aiello Voice Assistant has been deployed in over 180 hotels, encompassing 20,000 rooms, and has answered over 14 million inquiries from 2.5 million end users in Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and English.

Learn more at Aiello’s official website: https://aiello.ai/

About Millennium Hotels and Resorts

Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) is a dynamic, global hospitality group with properties spanning four continents and 80 destinations. With a reputation for excellence, MHR owns, manages, and operates over 140 properties worldwide including in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Auckland, Beijing, and Singapore. Its diverse portfolio spans brands including The Biltmore, Grand Millennium, Millennium, M Social, Studio M, M Hotel, Copthorne, and Kingsgate—offering the perfect address for business and leisure travellers who are looking for hospitality experiences that go above and beyond. MHR is a Hong Leong Group subsidiary of Singapore-listed global real estate company City Developments Limited. For more information, visit www.millenniumhotels.com.

For further information, please contact:

Patty Chen

Director of Marketing, Aiello

Email: patty.chen@aiello.ai

Patricia Wang
PR/Event Marketing Manager, Aiello
Email: patricia.wang@aiello.ai

Sandra Chiu

Senior Manager, Branding, Marketing & Loyalty

Email: Sandra.chiu@millenniumhotels.com

 

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Diligent Launches AI-Powered Due Diligence Reports for Enhanced Supplier and Third-Party Risk Management

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Diligent AI-powered reports build on history of industry experience to solve major compliance pain points

SINGAPORE, Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Diligent, a leading GRC SaaS company, today announced the launch of its AI-powered due diligence reports, offering organizations easy access to comprehensive third-party assessments. Designed to meet growing regulatory demands and the complexities of modern supply chains, the reports enable more efficient decision-making for chief compliance officers, general counsel, and other risk professionals balancing resource constraints and increased compliance burdens.

“As supply chains become more complex and face heightened regulatory scrutiny, businesses are increasingly exposed to reputational and compliance risks,” said Amanda Carty, GM, Compliance at Diligent. “For years, Diligent has set the standard as a leading comprehensive screening tool. Now with AI-powered due diligence reports, customers benefit from an even more efficient, scalable, and risk-based approach to managing third-party risk — while still having access to in-depth, analyst-led investigations when required. This enables faster decision-making, better compliance outcomes, and more robust risk management practices.”

Diligent’s AI-powered reports consolidate key risk data from global sanctions watchlists, politically exposed persons (PEPs) databases, and adverse media sources, providing a holistic view of third-party risk. Diligent’s due diligence services include specialized assessments tailored to specific areas of risk, such as environmental, social and governance (ESG) and human rights. For deeper insights, Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Open Source Investigations (OSI) assess risk and verify details through comprehensive research, ensuring robust compliance and oversight throughout the supply chain.

Key features of Diligent’s AI-powered due diligence reports include:

One-Click Reports: AI-driven reports provide an intuitive overview of third-party risk in just one click.Comprehensive Risk Coverage: Consolidates data from sanctions lists, PEPs, State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) and negative media sources to ensure thorough third-party risk evaluations.Flexibility for Varying Risk Levels: Automatically assesses low-risk entities with the option to escalate high risk cases for in-depth investigation.Seamless Integration: Fully integrates with Diligent’s Third-Party Risk Management platform for streamlined workflows.Efficiency Gains: Reduces manual intervention, enabling compliance teams to focus on high-value tasks while accelerating compliance decisions.

By integrating AI assessments with Diligent’s Third Party Risk Management solution, which includes risk modeling, automated workflows and advanced reporting, organizations benefit from a seamless, end-to-end solution for managing compliance challenges across their supply chain. This enables faster decision-making, better compliance outcomes, and more robust risk management practices.

To learn more about how Diligent’s AI-powered due diligence reports, visit: https://www.diligent.com/products/due-diligence

About Diligent
Diligent is the leading GRC SaaS company, empowering more than 1 million users and 700,000 board members and leaders to make better decisions, faster. The Diligent One Platform helps organizations connect their entire GRC practice — including governance, risk, compliance, audit and ESG — to bring clarity to complex risk, stay ahead of regulatory changes and deliver impactful insights, in one consolidated view. Learn more at diligent.com.

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