Product Innovation

Ex-Deckers CEO Dave Powers Joins STOKE Shoes as Advisor, Investor

Georges Mills, N.H. – – October 06, 2026 -- Dave Powers, former President and CEO of Deckers Brands, has joined footwear startup STOKE Shoes as an advisor and investor, bringing a track record that includes scaling HOKA into a billion-dollar-plus global brand.

Powers Led Deckers to Record $4.29 Billion Fiscal 2024 Revenue

Powers served as President and CEO of Deckers Brands from 2016 to 2024, part of nearly 13 years at the company. During his tenure, Deckers reported record fiscal 2024 revenue of $4.29 billion, with Powers credited for helping create more than $10 billion in shareholder value through brand, revenue and market-capitalization growth, including HOKA's rise from a niche running label to a major global franchise.

Hair Color Market to Hit $61.18 Billion by 2034 at 7.8% CAGR

Pune – – October 06, 2026 -- The global hair color market reached USD 31.12 billion in 2025 and is projected to climb to USD 61.18 billion by 2034, expanding at a compound annual growth rate of 7.8% between 2026 and 2034, according to a new analysis from Maximize Market Research.

Permanent color dominates while gray coverage drives repeat purchases

Permanent hair color held the leading product category in 2025, backed by demand for long-lasting results and salon-quality gray coverage. Demi-permanent and semi-permanent formats are gaining share among consumers seeking lower-commitment, frequent shade changes, while root touch-up products benefit from at-home grooming trends.

AKEEYO Debuts 80g 711Air Ride Camera at Global Sources Hong Kong

Shenzhen – October 05, 2026 -- AKEEYO will unveil its new 711Air ride camera, an 80-gram helmet-mounted dash cam, at the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows running October 11-14, 2026, at AsiaWorld-Expo.

AKEEYO targets two-wheel riders with ultra-light helmet camera

The 711Air weighs just 80 grams and is designed to be barely noticeable when worn with a helmet. Its 1800mAh battery delivers 8-10 hours of continuous recording, while an always-on-view mode extends passive monitoring up to 36 hours. A one-touch control starts recording instantly, with motor-based haptic feedback confirming power and recording status without requiring riders to look at the device.

Truck Driver Patents U-Turn Signal Device, Seeks Licensing Partners

Pittsburgh – – October 05, 2026 -- A commercial truck driver from Hilliard, Fla., has filed a patent application for a new vehicle signaling device designed to alert other motorists during 180-degree turns, and the design is now available for licensing through InventHelp.

Device targets a gap in standard turn-signal systems

The invention, called the U-TURN SIGNAL, provides a distinct visual indicator separate from conventional left and right turn signals, intended to reduce driver confusion and prevent collisions during U-turn maneuvers. The inventor developed the concept after identifying recurring signaling ambiguity encountered while operating commercial vehicles.

Angelalign Launches Pressure Points to Replace Torque Ridges in Europe

San Clemente, Calif. – October 02, 2026 -- Angelalign Technology Inc. (6699.HK) has launched Pressure Points in the European market, a feature that replaces its existing Torque Ridges and delivers a 25% increase in tooth surface contact in its single pressure point configuration.

Angelalign replaces hand-made dimples with a digitally scalable force-control feature

Pressure Points is engineered to apply force at or near the center of the contact point, a departure from the hand-made dimples orthodontists have long used to correct torque and rotation. The company states the simplified dimple shape improves predictability of force application compared with current methods.

Garmin Wins NMEA Manufacturer of the Year for 12th Straight Year

Olathe – October 01, 2026 -- Garmin International Inc. (NYSE: GRMN) has been named Manufacturer of the Year by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) for the 12th consecutive year, while also collecting six Product of Excellence awards across marine electronics categories voted on by NMEA dealers and certified installers.

Garmin extends category-leading streaks across navigation, autopilot and safety systems

The GPSMAP 9227, a 27-inch integrated 4K touchscreen chartplotter described as the industry's largest, secured the MFD category win for the 12th straight year. The Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with SmartPump v2 extended Garmin's autopilot category streak to 14 years. The Garmin OnBoard System, a wireless man-overboard detection and engine cutoff system, won the marine safety device category for the second consecutive year.

Hankook Tires WRC Finale as Toyota Clinches Sixth Straight Title

Alghero – October 01, 2026 -- Hankook Tire & Technology, the exclusive tire supplier to the FIA World Rally Championship, will equip all competitors at Rally Italia Sardegna, the season-closing round running October 1-4 around Alghero on Italy's Sardinia island.

Rally Italia Sardegna replaces canceled Saudi Arabia round as 2026 finale

With Rally Saudi Arabia pulled from the WRC calendar, the 23rd edition of this historic gravel event now decides the 2026 Drivers' Championship. Teams face unpredictable October weather and demanding roads where tire strategy is expected to be decisive.

Knowles Launches A-Series Attenuators Covering DC to 20 GHz

Itasca, Illinois – September 30, 2026 -- Knowles Corporation (NYSE:KN) has introduced its new ATT A-Series Attenuators, expanding its RF portfolio to position the company as a one-stop source for high-performance RF signal chain components.

New attenuators deliver DC-20 GHz coverage in a compact SMT package

The A-Series uses precision thin-film resistor technology on a ceramic substrate, measuring just 0.080" x 0.065" x 0.012" (2.03 x 1.65 x 0.30 mm). The product line offers standard attenuation values from 0 dB to 20 dB with a power handling rating up to 6.5 W CW at 100°C and an operating temperature range of -55°C to +125°C.

DORCO's Rebranded Identity Wins 2026 Red Dot Award

Seoul, South Korea – September 30, 2026 -- DORCO, the South Korean razor manufacturer operating in more than 130 countries, has won the Red Dot Award in the Corporate Design & Identity category of the Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design 2026, one of the design industry's most established competitions running since 1993.

Rebrand tied to 70th anniversary consolidates global visual identity

The recognized corporate identity was developed as DORCO marked its 70th anniversary in 2025. Founded in 1955, the company built the renewal around a new brand core, "Leading Edge," and a stated vision of "Achieving the Top with Leading-Edge Innovation," aimed at unifying how the brand communicates technological expertise and precision across markets.

First Graphene Signs 3-Year Deal With UK's Vector for Graphene Sensors

Sydney – September 30, 2026 -- First Graphene Limited (ASX: FGR) has signed a 36-month Strategic Partner Agreement with UK-based Vector Companies Group Limited, coinciding with Vector's commercial launch of Peltyr, a printed heat flux sensor incorporating First Graphene's PureGRAPH graphene material.

Vector gains access to First Graphene's product range under new commercial framework

The agreement allows Vector to introduce prospective end-users to First Graphene's broader portfolio of graphene products and to place direct purchase orders under separate terms. The deal expands an existing relationship between the two companies, giving First Graphene an additional sales channel through Vector's network in advanced materials, manufacturing and the built environment sector.