Ultra high performance summer tire joins the g-Force Family
g-Force Phenom T/A tire engineered to excel on both wet, dry pavement
Phased launch begins in U.S. with 20 sizes available Feb. 14
GREENVILLE, S.C., Feb. 13, 2025 – BFGoodrich Tires has unleashed the g-Force Phenom T/A tire: an ultra high performance summer tire that looks and plays the part by delivering excellent performance in both wet and dry conditions.
“We’re thrilled to launch the g-Force Phenom T/A tire, which was built to be the easiest upgrade enthusiasts can make to boost the performance and look of their cars,” said Andrew Besancon, Senior Director of Recreational Brands. “BFGoodrich has been engineering category-defining tires for more than 150 years. With this new tire, we’re offering consumers strong performance and a smart value from a race-proven brand.”
The g-Force Phenom T/A tire provides the following features and benefits:
Designed to corner: Stiff sidewalls, shallow shoulder blocks and offset shoulder grooves are designed to provide better feedback at the limit and enhance cornering stability.1
Engineered for grip: A dual-zone tread design features an optimized wet zone for water evacuation and a dry zone for maximum road contact for ultimate confidence and control.2
Built for braking: Its new summer silica-infused compound is tuned for ultimate performance and delivers wet grip, outperforming leading competitors.
The BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A tire has better wet braking distance than the Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 tire and other leading competitors.3
Sizes and availability
BFGoodrich will roll out 50 sizes during the next two months, with 20 sizes available Feb. 14 and 30 additional sizes coming in April. The phased launch will continue with additional sizes later in 2025 and into spring 2026.
To find your size, availability and pricing, visit bfgoodrichtires.com or your local BFGoodrich dealer.
The g-Force Phenom T/A tire, the newest entry in BFGoodrich’s g-Force Family of tires, carries a 60-day consumer satisfaction guarantee.
Skip Barber Racing School’s tire choice
The g-Force Phenom T/A tire is the official tire of the Skip Barber Racing School. Stay tuned for collaboration between the world’s largest racing school and BFGoodrich.
1 Based on internal Braking Distance, Autocross in Wet Handling, and Dry Analytical Adherence results using a 2019 Genesis G70 vehicle with BFGoodrich g-Force Sport Comp-2 tire in size 245/40ZR18 93W versus BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A tire in tire size 245/40R18 XL 97Y. Actual on-road results may vary.
2 Based on internal Braking Distance, Autocross in Wet Handling, Max Handling, and Dry Analytical Adherence results using a 2019 Genesis G70 vehicle with BFGoodrich g-Force Sport Comp-2 tire in tire size 245/40ZR18 93W versus BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A tire in tire size 245/40R18 XL 97Y. Actual on-road results may vary.
3 Based on internal wet braking tests at 50 mph comparing the BFGoodrich g-Force Phenom T/A tire in tire size 245/40ZR18 XL 97W versus the Yokohama ADVAN Apex V601 tire in tire size 245/40ZR18 XL 97Y, the Falken Azenis FK 510 tire in tire size 245/40ZR18 97Y, the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 tire in tire size 245/40R18 XL 97W, and the Hankook Ventus V12 EV02 tire in tire size 245/40ZR18 XL 97Y, using a 2019 Genesis G70 vehicle. Actual on-road results may vary.
About BFGoodrich Tires
BFGoodrich Tires is dedicated to providing high performance tires for those who have a passion for driving in virtually any environment. Combining technical expertise with 50 years of motorsports experience, BFGoodrich delivers tires for a full range of driving experiences from ultra-high-performance street to off-road terrain with one common theme – extreme performance. Come upgrade your performance with BFGoodrich and see where our tires can take you at BFGoodrichTires.com and BFGoodrichRacing.com, as well as on Facebook and Instagram at @BFGoodrichTires and TikTok at @BFGoodrich.
New York, NY – February 13, 2025 – National Programs’ National Advertising Division recommended that Total Wireless, a brand of Tracfone Wireless, a subsidiary of Verizon Communications Inc., modify its ads to avoid suggesting customers get both four lines for $25/month and four free 5G phones.
Fast-Track SWIFT is an expedited challenge process designed for single-issue advertising cases brought to the National Advertising Division (NAD). At issue was whether Total Wireless made an unsupported claim that its customers can get both four lines of wireless service for $25 per month and four free 5G phones.
Total Wireless aired a commercial claiming it “has your back every day,” unlike other prepaid brands such as Metro by T-Mobile. The spokesman says, “Fact them,” with screen text restating the qualifying conditions for each offer: “We run on the network with America’s fastest 5G speeds for as low as $25 a month. They don’t,” that Total Wireless offers a five-year price guarantee, as well as “and to top it all off, we’ll give you up to four free 5G phones,” with text on screen that qualifies the four free phones is applicable “When you switch to the Total 5G+ Unlimited plan.”
After review, NAD found that though the visual cues in the commercial delineate the offers, the audio does not.
In addition, when presenting the last offer, NAD determined that the phrase, “and to top it all off, we’ll give you up to four free 5G phones,” implies the last part of a single offer. However, the audio does not indicate that Total Wireless offers different plan tiers and that the available benefits may depend on the particular plan that the consumer selects.
Therefore, NAD determined that the commercial conveys the unsupported message that Total Wireless customers can get both four lines of wireless service for $25 per month and get four free 5G phones regardless of the plan they select, and recommended Total Wireless modify its advertising to avoid conveying such a message.
In its advertiser statement Total Wireless stated that while it, “disagrees with the decision, it supports industry self-regulation and will comply with NAD’s recommendations in its future advertising.”
All BBB National Programs case decision summaries can be found in the case decision library. For the full text of NAD, NARB, and CARU decisions, subscribe to the online archive.
About BBB National Programs: BBB National Programs, a non-profit organization, is the home of U.S. independent industry self-regulation, currently operating more than a dozen globally recognized programs that have been helping enhance consumer trust in business for more than 50 years. These programs provide third-party accountability and dispute resolution services that address existing and emerging industry issues, create a fairer playing field for businesses, and a better experience for consumers. BBB National Programs continues to evolve its work and grow its impact by providing business guidance and fostering best practices in arenas such as advertising, child-and-teen-directed marketing, data privacy, dispute resolution, automobile warranty, technology, and emerging areas. To learn more, visit bbbprograms.org.
About the National Advertising Division: The National Advertising Division (NAD) of BBB National Programs provides independent self-regulation and dispute resolution services, guiding the truthfulness of advertising across the U.S. NAD reviews national advertising in all media and its decisions set consistent standards for advertising truth and accuracy, delivering meaningful protection to consumers and leveling the playing field for business.
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Report shows 80% feel genAI has met or exceeded expectations but insufficient training, lack of trust, and ethical considerations remain barriers to realizing its full value
NEW YORK — February 11, 2025 — LexisNexis® Legal & Professional, a leading global provider of AI-powered analytics and decision tools, today released results from its second annual LexisNexis Futureof Work Report, which demonstrates growing maturity and active exploration of generative AI (genAI) adoption. With more than 1,800 responses from professionals globally, the report reveals that 82% of respondents are open to the adoption of genAI technologies and products, with 73% indicating confidence in genAI’s capabilities and expecting a positive impact on day-to-day tasks.
Most notably, the survey reveals that professionals are no longer cautiously experimenting with genAI but are actively utilizing the technology to reap significant benefits in productivity and efficiency. Compared to LexisNexis’ 2024 Future of Work Report, the 2025 survey shows that respondents no longer see genAI as somewhat experimental but as a performance booster, with 80% noting genAI has met or exceeded their expectations. Significantly, 53% of professionals also noted saving one to two hours per day with genAI while 30% saw a three- to four-hour savings, reflecting a clear return on investment for organizations implementing the technology.
“As genAI becomes more integral to business, it’s transforming how we innovate and solve problems. To keep this momentum, we need to strategically implement AI tools that enhance human expertise and shape the future of work,” said Snehit Cherian, Chief Technology Officer of Nexis Solutions, a division of LexisNexis. “By using genAI effectively, we can boost productivity, drive innovation, and ensure long-term success.”
Additional insights and findings show:
GenAI Reshaping Industries and Automating Tasks: GenAI continues to reshape industries including Professional Services & Consulting, Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, and Education, with technology-focused industries showing the highest adoption of AI tools, and the financial sector also showing strong engagement. In terms of tasks, the top three areas where genAI excels among professionals are automating routine tasks, data analysis and insights, and creating written content.
C-Suite Leaders Remain Committed to GenAI and Innovation: C-Suite leaders continue to demonstrate a strong readiness to utilize genAI, with more than half being “extremely” open to these new technologies and 84% being open overall – the highest level among all the career stages – underscoring their ongoing commitment to innovation.
Generational and Career Synergy Enhances AI Integration: A blend of generational perspectives and career stages reveals that genAI thrives when experience meets technological fluency. Millennials and Gen-X professionals lead the charge in terms of AI integration, using their digital fluency to enhance productivity and foster innovation, while Gen Z’s inherent tech- savviness promises to further accelerate AI adoption.
Trust, Ethical Considerations and Training Required for GenAI Use and Adoption
While organizations are apt to explore and adopt genAI tools, barriers of trust, ethical concerns, and training must be addressed to attain genAI’s full value. 47% of surveyed organizations indicated concerns about data privacy or security and 44% noted a lack of trust in the accuracy of genAI outputs. When it comes to removing these hurdles, a multi-faceted approach is required, including:
Clear organizational policies that balance security with innovation
Better integration solutions for existing systems
Comprehensive training programs
Structured approaches to evaluating and implementing AI tools
By aligning AI initiatives with business objectives and continuously adapting to advancements, professionals and organizations can realize significant returns on their genAI investments.
LexisNexis® Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services. LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, please visit https://www.lexisnexis.com.
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New York, NY – February 6, 2025 – A panel of BBB National Programs’ National Advertising Review Board, the body that reviews appeals of decisions made by the National Advertising Division, determined T-Mobile US, Inc.’s claim, “save 20% every month vs. the other big guys,” is supported.
In the underlying National Advertising Division (NAD) case (#7402), Charter Communications, Inc. challenged T-Mobile’s commercial featuring Patrick Mahomes, Snoop Dogg, and influencer Kai Cenat. In the commercial, T-Mobile advertises that “families can save 20% vs. the other big guys” with T-Mobile wireless service.
In its decision, NAD recommended that T-Mobile discontinue or modify the challenged advertising to make clear the companies that are the object of comparison and avoid conveying the message that customers can save 20% compared to Spectrum Mobile in the first year of service.
The National Advertising Review Board (NARB) panel disagreed with the NAD decision and determined that, in the mobile phone category, the “big guys” are Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile, based on their significant market shares. The panel determined that consumers would not consider Spectrum Mobile, with its smaller market share, to be in that category.
Regarding the pricing claim, the NARB panel found that T-Mobile’s claim that consumers can, but not necessarily will, save 20% versus Spectrum Mobile is valid. The panel noted the availability of a “savings calculator” on T-Mobile’s website that allows consumers to calculate possible savings.
In its advertiser statement, T-Mobile stated that it “appreciates the panel’s careful consideration of the parties’ arguments” and “remains a strong supporter of the self-regulation process.”
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About BBB National Programs: BBB National Programs, a non-profit organization, is the home of U.S. independent industry self-regulation, currently operating more than a dozen globally recognized programs that have been helping enhance consumer trust in business for more than 50 years. These programs provide third-party accountability and dispute resolution services that address existing and emerging industry issues, create a fairer playing field for businesses, and a better experience for consumers. BBB National Programs continues to evolve its work and grow its impact by providing business guidance and fostering best practices in arenas such as advertising, child-and-teen-directed marketing, data privacy, dispute resolution, automobile warranty, technology, and emerging areas. To learn more, visit bbbprograms.org.
About the National Advertising Review Board (NARB): The National Advertising Review Board (NARB) is the appellate body for BBB National Programs’ advertising self-regulatory programs. NARB’s panel members include 85 distinguished volunteer professionals from the national advertising industry, agencies, and public members, such as academics and former members of the public sector. NARB serves as a layer of independent industry peer review that helps engender trust and compliance in NAD, CARU, and DSSRC matters.
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In National Advertising Division Challenge Chomps Discontinues Environmental Benefit Claims; Certain Sourcing Claims for Chomps Meat Sticks Found Supported
New York, NY – February 4, 2025 – In a challenge brought by competitor Link Snacks, Inc., BBB National Programs’ National Advertising Division determined that We Are The Chompions, LLC (Chomps) substantiated certain sourcing claims for its Chomps Meat Sticks that its beef and venison meat sticks are from farms in Australia and New Zealand.
During the proceeding, Chomps voluntarily agreed to permanently discontinue all the challenged environmental benefit claims, including claims that its products are “carbon neutral,” and “sustainable.” Chomps also voluntarily agreed to modify its sourcing claim to acknowledge that most (approximately 90%) of its beef is sourced from Australia.
Therefore, the National Advertising Division (NAD) did not review the discontinued claims on their merits and will treat the claims, for compliance purposes, as though NAD recommended they be discontinued.
Link Snacks and Chomps manufacture competing meat stick products.
After reviewing evidence submitted by Chomps in support of the remaining sourcing claims, NAD determined that Chomps substantiated the claims “[Chomps’ founders] have spent time in Australia, where most of our beef is sourced, and have seen the practices” and “Our 100% grass-fed and finished venison is sourced from the scenic farms of Silver Fern in New Zealand.”
In its advertiser statement, Chomps agreed to comply with NAD’s recommendations.
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About BBB National Programs: BBB National Programs, a non-profit organization, is the home of U.S. independent industry self-regulation, currently operating more than a dozen globally recognized programs that have been helping enhance consumer trust in business for more than 50 years. These programs provide third-party accountability and dispute resolution services that address existing and emerging industry issues, create a fairer playing field for businesses, and a better experience for consumers. BBB National Programs continues to evolve its work and grow its impact by providing business guidance and fostering best practices in arenas such as advertising, child-and-teen-directed marketing, data privacy, dispute resolution, automobile warranty, technology, and emerging areas. To learn more, visit bbbprograms.org.
About the National Advertising Division: The National Advertising Division of BBB National Programs provides independent self-regulation and dispute resolution services, guiding the truthfulness of advertising across the U.S. The National Advertising Division reviews national advertising in all media and its decisions set consistent standards for advertising truth and accuracy, delivering meaningful protection to consumers and leveling the playing field for business.
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The Michelin Primacy All Season tire delivers up to 13,000 more miles than two leading competitors.1
Gas, Hybrid or EV, the Michelin e.Primacy All Season tire is up to 25% more efficient than two leading competitors, providing improved fuel economy and increased range.2
Michelin Primacy All Season tire allows you to drive up to 20 miles further on a charge than leading competitors.2
“As the market continues to change with the development of more hybrids and EVs, Michelin continues to be an industry leader for confident and lasting performance,” said Omer Waysman, vice president of marketing for Michelin North America, Inc.’s business-to-consumer products. “When fuel efficiency and extended range matter, consumers can trust the e.Primacy All Season tire to take them further on every journey.”
As a trusted original equipment tire line, the Michelin e.Primacy All Season tire is up to 25% more efficient than two leading competitor products, providing up to 20 more miles of battery range and saving you a tank of gas annually2,4. By using the GreenPower Compound, the tire is designed to help reduce energy consumption during everyday use and delivers long-lasting mileage.
The e.Primacy All Season tire endured extensive testing and development; even when tested on an EV, the Michelin e.Primacy All Season tire is expected to last up to 13,000 miles longer than two leading competitors, potentially adding an extra year of driving.5
Whether it’s an ICE, Hybrid or EV, Michelin innovations provide a refined driving experience for all drivers by delivering a comfortable and quiet ride.
Consumers can enjoy the benefits of two different Michelin innovations within the e.Primacy All Season tire. Cushion Guard, which is built with a soft, cushioning layer of rubber between the tread and the steel belts to help absorb road impacts and imperfections for a smooth and luxurious ride.
Intentionally quiet, the e.Primacy All Season tire also includes Piano Acoustic Technology, a tread pattern intelligently optimized to help reduce noise for a quiet drive throughout the life of the tire.
To find out which sizes are available today, please visit michelinman.com.
1Based on Federal Highway Administration Average Annual Miles of 13,476 miles per driver (published in 2022) and a treadwear test using tires in size 235/40R19 on 2024 Tesla Model 3, the Michelin e.Primacy All Season tire showed an estimated life (based on calculating the most-worn groove of a rotated set) of 45,764 miles versus the Bridgestone Turanza EV tire at 30,244 miles and the Continental ProContact RX tire at 32,438 miles. Actual on-road results may vary with driving style, temperature, driver selected vehicle settings, and road conditions.
2Based on internal test results on ISO 28580 Rolling Resistance Test which included tires in dimension 235/40R19 96W, comparin g Michelin e·Primacy All Season tire (6.46kg/ton) versus Continental ProContact RX T0 tire (7.24kg/ton) and Bridgestone Turanza EV tire (8.75kg/ton). Actual on-road results may vary with driving style, temperature, driver selected vehicle settings, and road conditions. Additional calculations were conducted on the USTR 781 test data to compute the effect the rolling resistance figures would have on vehicle range for 2024 Tesla Model 3 RWD BEV and a 2024 BMW M3 gas vehicle. Calculations result in a fuel consumption reduction of up to 3.1% for a 2024 BMW M3 or equivalent gain of up to 8.9% in battery range for a 2024 Tesla Model 3 RWD.
3Michelin tires have been ranked the #1 tire brand by industry experts and consumers alike, across major categories and segments. Please visit www.michelinman.com/auto/awards-and-recognition for more details.
4Based on 2022 Federal Highway Administration Report citing an Average Annual Miles per driver of 13,476 miles.
5Based on Federal Highway Administration Average Annual Miles of 13,476 miles per driver (published in 2022) and a treadwear test using tires in size 235/40R19 on 2024 Tesla Model 3, the Michelin e.Primacy All Season tire showed an estimated life (based on calculating the most-worn groove of a rotated set) of 45,764 miles versus the Bridgestone Turanza EV tire at 30,244 miles and the Continental ProContact RX tire at 32,438 miles. Actual on-road results may vary with driving style, temperature, driver selected vehicle settings, and road conditions.
About Michelin North America, Inc.
Michelin, the leading mobility company, is working with tires, around tires and beyond tires to enable Motion for Life. Dedicated to enhancing its clients’ mobility and sustainability, Michelin designs and distributes the most suitable tires, services and solutions for its customers’ needs.
Michelin provides digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips and travels and make them unique experiences. Bringing its expertise to new markets, the company is investing in high- technology materials, 3D printing and hydrogen, to serve a wide variety of industries — from aerospace to biotech. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Michelin North America has approximately 22,500 employees and operates 34 production facilities in the United States and Canada. (michelinman.com)
New York, NY – February 3, 2025 – As part of its routine monitoring program, BBB National Programs’ National Advertising Division found that certain efficacy claims for SBLA Beauty, Inc.’s Eye Lift Wand and its “breakthrough formula, including the patent-pending SBLA66Peptide, a truly revolutionary molecule” were supported.
However, the National Advertising Division (NAD) recommended that other claims be discontinued, including those conveying the unsupported message that the Eye Lift Wand can produce results similar to those achieved with an eyelift or other cosmetic surgical procedure.
Efficacy Claims
Based on SBLA’s pending patent application for SBLA66Peptide, NAD determined the claim “breakthrough formula, including the patent-pending SBLA66Peptide, a truly revolutionary molecule” is supported.
NAD also determined that certain claims regarding the key benefits of the Eye Lift Wand were supported by a reasonable basis, including:
Opens the eye area by lifting the eyelids
Lifts droopy eyelids; Tightens the skin of the entire eye area
Diminishes crow’s feet and under-eye puffiness
Improves skin texture and discoloration
Further, NAD found that the portion of the claim that refers to “continuous daily use [visible results] improve progressively” (“Visible results are immediate and with continuous daily use improve progressively”) was supported because SBLA’s expert assessment results show noticeable improvements over time.
NAD concluded that the claim “the first-ever eyelift at home, clinically proven to lift and smooth the eyelid in minutes” reasonably conveys that the product is an at-home alternative to plastic surgery by delivering a noticeably more youthful appearance in the eye area in minutes.
However, NAD found that while SBLA’s evidence demonstrated improved appearance in the eye area, the results are not comparable to an eyelift surgery. Accordingly, NAD recommended that SBLA discontinue the “try the first-ever eyelift at home” portion of the claim “try the first-ever eyelift at home, clinically proven to lift & smooth the eyelid in minutes” and similar claims to avoid conveying the unsupported message that the product can produce results similar to an eyelift or other cosmetic surgical procedure.
NAD also recommended that:
The “clinically proven to lift & smooth the eyelid in minutes” portion of the claim “try the first-ever eyelift at home, clinically proven to lift & smooth the eyelid in minutes” and “visible results are immediate” portion of the claim “visible results are immediate and with continuous daily use improve progressively” be modified to indicate that the immediate visible results are for eye brightness or, in the alternative, that they reflect the subjective assessment results; and
The “smooths” and “visibly smooths” portions of the “visibly smooths eyelid creases” and “Smooths…eyelid creases” be modified to match the evidence in the record.
Before and After Photographs
NAD noted that the before-and-after photos appear to represent an outlier result that is not representative of the photos in SBLA’s clinical study. Since outlier results cannot be highlighted as representative of what consumers can reasonably expect to achieve when using the product as directed, NAD recommended they be discontinued or modified to accurately reflect the results of the study, including disclosure of the length of time of use.
During the proceeding, SLBA informed NAD that it was permanently discontinuing the claim “Builds collagen and regenerates skin cells.” Therefore, NAD did not review this claim on its merits and will treat the claim, for compliance purposes, as though NAD recommended it be discontinued.
In its advertiser statement, SBLA stated that it agrees to comply with NAD’s recommendations.
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About BBB National Programs: BBB National Programs, a non-profit organization, is the home of U.S. independent industry self-regulation, currently operating more than a dozen globally recognized programs that have been helping enhance consumer trust in business for more than 50 years. These programs provide third-party accountability and dispute resolution services that address existing and emerging industry issues, create a fairer playing field for businesses, and a better experience for consumers. BBB National Programs continues to evolve its work and grow its impact by providing business guidance and fostering best practices in arenas such as advertising, child-and-teen-directed marketing, data privacy, dispute resolution, automobile warranty, technology, and emerging areas. To learn more, visit bbbprograms.org.
About the National Advertising Division: The National Advertising Division of BBB National Programs provides independent self-regulation and dispute resolution services, guiding the truthfulness of advertising across the U.S. The National Advertising Division reviews national advertising in all media and its decisions set consistent standards for advertising truth and accuracy, delivering meaningful protection to consumers and leveling the playing field for business.
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New York, NY – January 30, 2025 – LexisNexis® Legal & Professional, a leading global provider of AI-powered analytics and decision tools, today unveiled an enhanced conversational search and research experience in Nexis+AI. The powerful proprietary search technology further accelerates research and decisioning intelligence functions by enabling conversation-based searching across the Nexis+ AI expansive repository of licensed news publications and corporate data – including the industry’s largest collection of Gen AI-approved news datasets.
Launched in July 2024, Nexis+ AI is a powerful business intelligence platform that gives researchers AI-based tools to accelerate routine research tasks, including data discovery, document analysis, report synthesis and news summarization. The new conversational search capability creates digestible, multi-source responses to research questions, with linked citations to all information sources used for greater transparency. A traditional search results list compiled from the entire LexisNexis repository of licensed news sources is also provided.
To enhance the precision and reliability of its responses and minimize hallucinations, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) technologies generate responses from authoritative data sources within the LexisNexis collection, and global news content from thousands of licensed publications including The Associated Press, McClatchy and Gannett. This is a part of a four-pronged approach LexisNexis takes to deliver exceptional results within Nexis+ AI. The product also leverages a range of automated metrics to detect hallucinations and validate relevance, a humans-in-the-loop practice, and transparent citations back to original source content for quality checks and user-led validation.
“Conversational search allows Nexis+ AI users to engage with our industry-leading corporate data and global news content in ways that were never possible before, rapidly delivering valuable, trustworthy business insights that lead to faster, more accurate business decisioning and increased market competitiveness,” said Dani McCormick, Vice President of Product, Nexis Solutions. “Designing thoughtfully by respecting the integrity of publisher and user data enables us to deliver practical, time-saving AI solutions that solve a multitude of business challenges for our customers.”
Enterprise AI Solutions Built on Transparency, Security, Privacy and Trust
In addition to increased accuracy and transparency, Nexis+ AI places a heavy emphasis on data privacy, security and compliance so organizations can be more confident in the use of advanced AI technologies.
All Nexis+ AI conversations are stored in a secure, encrypted environment and are purged after 90 days. This prevents them from being accessed externally and they will not be used to train foundational AI models, protecting the intellectual property of both Nexis+ AI users and LexisNexis’s publishing partners. In addition, Nexis+ AI’s Privacy-by-Design principles ensure strict compliance with applicable data protection and privacy laws. LexisNexis, part of RELX, follows the RELX Responsible AI Principles, considering the real-world impact of its solutions on people and taking action to prevent the creation or reinforcement of unfair bias.
Organizations interested in learning more about Nexis+ AI, including exclusive news and engagement opportunities, can join the free Nexis+ AI Insider Program at www.lexisnexis.com/insiderprogram.
About LexisNexis Legal & Professional
LexisNexis® Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services. LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.
Media Contact: Leela Bozonelis, Global Product Marketing Director Nexis Solutions, a Division of LexisNexis 929-383-8781 leela.bozonelis@lexisnexis.com Jennifer Johnston, Plat4orm PR 208-989-9962 jennifer@plat4orm.com
Sharjah has announced a new landmark project, Sharjah Creative Quarter (SCQ), designed by award-winning architectural firm Taller de Arquitectura – Mauricio Rocha in collaboration with Daniel Rosselló. This unique project will serve as a distinguished destination for artists, creatives and intellectuals and creatives from both within and outside the country, offering them a platform to showcase their talents and exchange knowledge and experiences with others. Strategically positioned in Sharjah’s epicenter for educational prominence and innovation, adjacent to landmark developments such as the House of Wisdom, the American University of Sharjah, and the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, the Sharjah Creative Quarter will foster a vibrant community for innovators and creative minds.
Recently, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, had issued an Emiri Decree establishing the Sharjah Creative Quarter project and appointed Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Art Foundation, as its head.
The Sharjah Creative Quarter will comprise diverse and integrated buildings, creating a vibrant hub for creativity and innovation. This dynamic space will foster a community of talented individuals, offering them the freedom to transform their ideas into tangible reality. Key components of the Sharjah Creative Quarter will include:
Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi Collection, a museum showcasing a captivating selection of art and historical artefacts from the personal collection of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Supreme Council of Family Affairs (SCFA).
Qasimi Archives, honouring the legacy of Sheikh Khalid Al Qasimi, founder and designer of the London-based QASIMI fashion label, and cultivating next-generation fashion designers to use clothing as a medium for cultural dialogue and exchange.
Sharjah Fashion Lab, offering world-class expertise empowering local designers by providing access to specialised services, advanced machinery, and technological innovation to develop fashion prototypes, create digital patterns, and produce prototypes that meet global manufacturing standards.
Irthi Museum, an initiative of the Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council dedicated to promoting and contemporising Emirati and regional crafts by empowering traditional craftswomen.
Sharjah Design Centre, a newly established initiative pioneering facilities for prototyping and design fabrication through woodwork, ceramics, metalwork, textile, jewellery designing, and additional facilities for design mastery through conversation and experimentation, including fine jewellery and other artistic elements, fostering design mastery through collaboration, experimentation, and a vibrant creative exchange.
The Sharjah Creative Quarter will also include a campus of L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, the first in Sharjah and the second in the Middle East. Through a program of courses and talks, L’ÉCOLE is aiming to introduce the public to all aspects of jewellery culture around its three pillars: art history, savoir-faire and the world of gemstones. A library will also be open to visitors and researchers, contributing to the dissemination of jewellery arts and knowledge on an international scale.
Designed to be a vibrant hub, the Sharjah Creative Quarter will provide a stimulating environment that fosters creativity and innovation. Its integrated design, combining green spaces, interconnected buildings, and essential facilities such as cafés, restaurants, and co-working spaces, will create an energetic atmosphere that provides visitors with a platform for cultural and artistic exchange and collaboration.
Taller de Arquitectura, the architectural firm headed by Mauricio Rocha and collaborating with Daniel Rosselló for the project, has a distinguished track record in designing museums, public infrastructure and cultural centres, including the Anahuacalli Museum and the School of Visual Arts in Mexico. These projects have solidified the firm’s reputation as a leading expert in the field of museums and cultural infrastructure.
Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Creative Quarter and President of the Sharjah Art Foundation, expressed her optimism for the project, saying: “We are excited to unveil the Sharjah Creative Quarter, a project that we believe will be a fitting addition to our emirate’s rich cultural landscape. We envision it as a thriving hub of creativity, innovation, and artistic expression, inspired by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi.”
She also acknowledged the invaluable support and guidance of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Supreme Council of Family Affairs, whose vision has been instrumental in shaping this unique project.
Sheikha Hoor added: “We selected Taller de Arquitectura by Mauricio Rocha, in collaboration with Daniel Rosselló, as the architects for the Sharjah Creative Quarter. Their expertise in museum and public infrastructure design, along with their design philosophy, is aligned with our vision to create an epicentre of creativity, conversation and collaboration.”
Taller’s design for the Sharjah Creative Quarter embodies the principles of sustainability and integration, anchored in enriching visitor experiences. The architect’s selection of materials includes rammed earth, a construction material with very low environmental impact. Integrative design techniques will enhance and synchronise the natural and built environments. This approach ensures a rich and sustainable experience for all, reflecting the project’s commitment to environmental responsibility.
Mauricio Rocha, Head Architect and Founder at Taller de Arquitectura, noted: “We envision the Sharjah Creative Quarter as a citadel immersed in a landscape with complex topography and nature. Buildings intersect with each other to create a spatial experience that is fundamental to the project. Patios and plazas connect interiors with exteriors and the treatment of light brings focus on contemplation and creativity as well as the integral connection between the different components and their inhabitants, spaces that encourage interaction between design, art and craftsmanship and are open to creative freedom. A proposal that retains the intangible experience, where atmosphere, time and memory can awaken collective creativity.”
Dani Rosselló, Architect and Partner to Mauricio Rocha for the Sharjah Creative Quarter, said: “The design for Sharjah Creative Quarter brings together clusters that call for a contemporary conversation with the vernacular heritage; where architecture, landscape, artistic manifestations, and civic interaction can blend into a sustainable example that will contribute to growing Sharjah’s legacy.”
Appointed as the strategic lead and project manager for the Sharjah Creative Quarter, BEEAH, a leader in pioneering sustainable solutions in the Middle East, will leverage its extensive expertise in cutting-edge architectural and environmental projects. This includes their work on the BEEAH Headquarters, an iconic structure conceived by Zaha Hadid Architects, which stands as a testament to their commitment to innovation and sustainability in architecture.
Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO and Vice Chairman of BEEAH, stated: “BEEAH is privileged to contribute to the development of the Sharjah Creative Quarter project. As an organisation, we are broadening our horizons into various sectors, including real estate, aiming to embed creativity and innovation into our operations as we work to shape a sustainable future. For the Sharjah Creative Quarter, we are committed to leveraging our expertise to realize Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher’s vision. Our aim is not merely to construct a space but to create a vibrant hub that elevates Sharjah’s status as a distinctive centre of culture and creativity.”
As the strategic lead, BEEAH will collaborate with key stakeholders, integrate sustainable practices, and deploy innovative technologies to create a space that is both environmentally responsible and culturally significant. It will also oversee the comprehensive development of the project from concept to completion, shaping the Sharjah Creative Quarter into a symbol of sustainable architectural excellence.
About Sharjah Creative Quarter
Sharjah Creative Quarter (SCQ) is a vibrant global hub offering the community and professionals a platform of knowledge transfer, creativity, and innovation. The Sharjah Creative Quarter will comprise diverse and integrated buildings, creating a welcoming and balanced system offering cultural, prototyping, research, and archival spaces.
BEEAH is pioneering sustainability and inspiring innovation to empower humanity’s future. Through innovation, full-circle resource management, and digital transformation, BEEAH is addressing environmental challenges, deploying the latest technologies, and creating the roadmap for a smart and sustainable future. Renowned for groundbreaking environmental innovations and smart solutions, BEEAH operates across the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, to create a better tomorrow for all.
Mauricio Rocha Iturbide (b. 1965) founded his Mexico City-based practice, Taller de Arquitectura | Mauricio Rocha, in 1991. With over 30 years of experience, the firm is dedicated to creating contemporary architecture that is deeply sensitive to its context and the environment. Taller works across a wide range of scales and programs, from small interventions to large public spaces. The practice seamlessly integrates local materials with cutting-edge technology, ensuring every project embodies dignity, quality, and a thoughtful balance of context, typology, and user needs. Over the course of its career, Taller has garnered significant recognition, including gold and silver medals in various national and international architectural biennales. The firm was honored with the Emerging Voices Award from the Architectural League of New York and the Médaille d’Or Palmarès from the Academy of Architecture of France in 2019. Most recently, Taller received the Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP) in 2023, which celebrates excellence in built work across the Americas.
Dani Rosselló is a Spanish architect and founder of Double Rainboww, a Barcelona-based multidisciplinary design studio specializing in architecture, master planning, landscape and strategic advisory. With an international portfolio of work spanning over 25 years and awarded with Fad prize, Double Rainboww is committed to creating deeply contextual and human-centred designs that balance history, culture, and collective memories with tangible elements like topography, materiality, and climate.
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NAD recommended that Revolve take steps to ensure that its influencers’ posts make clear the influencers’ material connection to the brand and noted that Revolve should consult the FTC Endorsement Guides as a resource for clear and conspicuous disclosures.
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