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August 12, 2024
At IFA 23, we delved into the innovative world of retail with Lisa Lopuck, Co-Founder and CEO of ShareGallery.com, a groundbreaking platform that merges the physical and digital shopping experiences. Discover how ShareGallery transforms spaces like hotels and Airbnbs into interactive showrooms where customers can see, touch, and purchase products seamlessly. Lopuck explores the duality of online and offline shopping, emphasizing the importance of physical interaction in...
At IFA 23, we engaged in a thought-provoking discussion on sustainability in electronics with Bas van Abel, Founder of Fairphone and Co-Founder of De Clique. van Abel shares his vision for a more sustainable future, emphasizing that true sustainability extends beyond individual products to encompass company practices and systemic changes. van Abel explains Fairphone's unique approach, which involves selling phones primarily to those without one and encouraging users to...
At IFA 23, we explored the cutting-edge technology behind prescription smart glasses with Jason Gui, Co-Founder of Vue & Vigo Technologies. Discover how Vue glasses are designed to be regular glasses first, offering different styles and prescriptions, with advanced technology seamlessly integrated into the lenses. Gui explains how Vue glasses allow users to listen to music, pick up calls, and use voice assistants, all through discreet audio projection into the ear canal....
At IFA 23, we explored the realm of robotics with Steven Maclaren, Chief Operating Officer at The National Robotarium. Explore the pervasive presence of robots in our modern world, from vacuum cleaners to groundbreaking healthcare innovations. Steven sheds light on diverse robotics forms beyond humanoid designs, emphasizing the crucial task of establishing trust with these technological assistants. He highlighted the transformative potential of robotics in revolutionizing...
During IFA 2023, we had a conversation with Charlene Hunter, CEO & Founder of Coding Black Females. During this discussion, Hunter shares her journey into the world of coding, shedding light on coding languages, how she started, and the challenges she faced in securing quality equipment. Delving into the importance of accessibility, Hunter discusses the hurdles students face in gaining access to coding in schools. She emphasizes the need for inclusivity, making coding...
At IFA 23, we had a chat with Dr. Sarah Qureshi, a Pilot, Engineer, and CEO/Co-Founder of Aero Engine Craft Private Limited. In this episode, Dr. Qureshi uncovered the concealed complexities of contrails and their profound impact on our environment. Dr. Qureshi reveals the silent culprit behind global warming—contrails, those white lines in the sky formed by airplane engines. Seemingly harmless, these trails create a cloud blanket, trapping heat and intensifying the...
German article below The landscape of smart home technology is rapidly evolving, with significant strides in both smart security and smart lighting. Consumer demand for enhanced convenience, security, and energy efficiency is driving growth in these sectors. The smart security market has rebounded, driven largely by price reductions that have spurred volume growth. Consumers are increasingly prioritizing safety and security. And this is propelling advancements across...
Berlin, 30. Juli 2024. Der IFA Sommergarten freut sich, ein besonderes Live-Event mit Jan Böhmermann und Olli Schulz, den Gastgebern des gefeierten Podcasts "Fest & Flauschig," anzukündigen. Die Veranstaltung findet am Sonntag, den 8. September 2024 statt und markiert ihre Rückkehr aus der Sommerpause. Fans haben die einzigartige Gelegenheit, das dynamische Duo und ihren berühmten Podcast live in Berlin zu erleben. Exklusives Live-Event: Erleben Sie "Fest & Flauschig" in...
German press release below Berlin, 29.07.2024. Since 2003, Korea's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have been active participants in IFA Berlin. In the year of IFA's 100th anniversary celebration, South Korea becomes the official IFA NEXT Innovation Partner Country. South Korea will have its own Pavilion located at IFA Next, presenting twenty carefully selected startups and SMEs that have shown exceptional potential in the fields of AI (artificial intelligence),...
- Erste Episoden mit Leif Lindner, CEO der IFA Management GmbH; Peter Zyprian, IFA Retail Ambassador und Dr. Axel Kniehl, Geschäftsführer für Marketing und Vertrieb bei Miele
July 9, 2024
100 Jahre IFA: Von der „Großen Deutschen Funkausstellung“ zur weltweit größten und bedeutendsten Messe für Consumer Electronics- und Home Appliances Die IFA, die weltweit größte und bedeutendste Messe für Consumer Electronics und Home Appliances, feiert in diesem Jahr ihren 100. Geburtstag. Im Dezember 1924 fand die IFA als „Große Deutsche Funk-Ausstellung“ in Berlin erstmals statt. Seit dieser Zeit steht die IFA für Innovation, Technologie und...
July 8, 2024
100 Jahre IFA: Von der „Großen Deutschen Funkausstellung“ zur weltweit größten und bedeutendsten Messe für Consumer Electronics- und Home Appliances Die IFA, die weltweit größte und bedeutendste Messe für Consumer Electronics und Home Appliances, feiert in diesem Jahr ihren 100. Geburtstag. Im Dezember 1924 fand die IFA als „Große Deutsche Funk-Ausstellung“ in Berlin erstmals statt. Seit dieser Zeit steht die IFA für Innovation, Technologie und...
German article below The fact that topics such as health, hygiene and well-being have taken on a central role in everyone's everyday life, not least due to and during the COVID-19 pandemic, is now also reflected in the market figures for the technology and consumer durables industry. These three themes have proven to be important growth drivers in the industry, with sales of products from these areas exceeding the overall market for technical consumer goods (TCG). ...
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German article below Have you ever heard of Helmut Lortz? No? At IFA, neither had we- until we started delving into the brand's history for its 100th anniversary that is. What is - at first glance- just a scribble of a human head with arrows pointing at eye and ear has, over tens of decades, become IFA's most iconic symbol: The “Funk-Otto”. His creator? None other than Helmut Lortz.
June 5, 2024
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German article below Sustainability is a significant long-term consumer value. However, the recent cost of living crisis focused people's attention on economic security, while protecting the environment dropped from its 2021 peak of 16thrank in their most important personal values, to 21st rank last year. But, this is still well above the 2015 level of 25th. (Global GfK Consumer Life study 2023) With inflation stabilizing and consumers starting to feel better-off compared to...
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At IFA 23, we sat down with Roland Damann, Managing Director of MicroBubbles GmbH, to unravel the intricacies of the global water crisis. Damann shed light on a stark reality—nearly half the world lacks access to clean water and sanitation. He delved into market dynamics where innovation is rare, and investment reluctance prevails. In response to this crisis, Damann introduced a smart solution—microbubbles infused directly into water. Placed in rainwater and...
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At IFA 23, we had an eye-opening conversation with Rika Nakazawa, Global Vice President of NTT, as she delved into the dangers of Artificial Intelligence. Nakazawa noted AI potential to distract us from the rich intelligence already present in the world. She advocated for a shift towards organic intelligence, considering AI as just a small part of the broader landscape. She shared with us her insights on the profound impact of the Anthropocene era, where irreversible...
April 19, 2024
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German article below The tech and durables sectors continue to recover. This trend is especially apparent in the SDA categories like hair care and consumer electronic categories like digital camera and headphone product categories, which have outperformed the market as a whole. Consumers are looking for products that not only elevate personal appearance but also enhance outdoor experiences. The products referred to are therefore not limited to use at home. Increased travel...
German article belowWhen the world's largest trade fair for consumer electronics and home appliances celebrates its 100th birthday in September, the familiar IFA initials will be presented in a new design. But the anniversary is more than just a visual makeover. Over the past six months, IFA Management GmbH, in close cooperation with its shareholders - gfu Consumer & Home Electronics GmbH, owner of the IFA brand rights, and Clarion Ltd - has initiated a far-reaching...
March 20, 2024
German article belowExpected renewal cycles will, however, become a positive momentum for 2024After record sales during the pandemic, the Telecom market has been struggling with stagnation. But the perspective for 2024 is positive. In 2023, the global Telecom market declined slightly by 0.5% in terms of revenue, but GfK forecasts modest growth of around 2% for 2024. The reason is that the Smartphone market is heavily influenced by renewal patterns – and the...