DCC Technology: Exertis-Group Becomes Nexora December 18, 2025December 3, 2025 by Florian Rotberg The parent company of Irish pro-AV distributor Exertis – DCC Technology – is rebranding as Nexora. DCC plans to sell its global technology distribution business – the UK and Ireland operations were already sold to private equity investor Aurelius earlier this year.
ISE 2026: Nexxt Launches AI-in-AV Conference December 2, 2025 by Florian Rotberg Artificial Intelligence is reshaping every corner of the AV industry – from digital signage and ProAV to unified communications and workplace technology. At ISE 2026, the conversation should move beyond hype into practical transformation with the launch of Nexxt Explore, the first dedicated and free to attend AI-in-AV conference organized in partnership mit invidis.
Retail Trends: AI Must Deliver on Its Promise December 3, 2025December 2, 2025 by invidis Editorial Team The European retail sector has embraced AI, analytics, and integrated signage systems in recent years, creating the potential to redefine the shopping experience. Yet, according to the Sony Retail Tech Index 2025, execution still lags behind ambition. The report identifies three critical gaps slowing digital transformation – and outlines strategies to close them.
Fira Barcelona: 25% More Space for ISE November 28, 2025November 27, 2025 by Florian Rotberg Barcelona | After more than three years of delays, ISE will soon have more room to grow. The Fira Gran Via’s ongoing expansion will boost exhibition space by 25% to 300,000 m². A site inspection.
DooH: Backlite Media Acquires London Lites November 27, 2025November 26, 2025 by Florian Rotberg Dubai-based Multiply Media Group – widely recognized in the Out-of-Home industry through its flagship brand Backlite Media – acquires UK-based London Lites, a premium digital billboard operator, and adds 65 digital billboards to its UK network.
M&A: Zetadisplay Acquires Swedish Integrator Ubiq November 28, 2025November 26, 2025 by Antonia Hamberger Zetadisplay strengthens its position in its home market: The Swedish integrator—one of Europe’s largest—acquires the smaller national competitor Ubiq, which specializes in retail and QSR installations.
Barcelona: Edtech Congress Partners with ISE November 27, 2025November 26, 2025 by Florian Rotberg Under the theme “Reimagining education and training in the age of artificial intelligence,” the upcoming Edtech Congress Barcelona will bring together the global education and training community to explore how technology – and especially AI – is reshaping learning environments. This year’s edition introduces a major new partnership: Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) joins as a …
Displays: Vestel Exits Digital Signage Business November 24, 2025November 21, 2025 by invidis Editorial Team Signs are mounting that Vestel is exiting the professional display segment. The electronics manufacturer will focus on TVs and household appliances, remaining in B2B signage only as an OEM.
Zara’s Discount Sister: Lefties Enters Germany, UK, France November 20, 2025 by Antonia Hamberger The fast-fashion brand Lefties, part of the Inditex Group, is set to expand into many new European markets in 2026, bringing the digitally advanced, budget-friendly concept that has already proven successful in Spain.
People: Sian Rees Joins AUO Display Plus November 19, 2025 by invidis Editorial Team Sian Rees, with extensive experience at PPDS and Barco, takes a key role at AUO Display Plus to lead strategic product marketing and strengthen the brand’s B2B display solutions across Europe.
