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ŌURA​​ CEO Tom Hale to Keynote CES 2026 Leaders in Technology Dinner
ŌURA​​ CEO Tom Hale to Keynote CES 2026 Leaders in Technology Dinner
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, owner and producer of CES®, the world's most powerful tech event, announced ​​ŌURA​​ CEO Tom Hale will keynote the CES 2026 Leaders in Technology (LIT) Dinner. This invitation-only event on Wednesday, January 7, gathers policymakers, technologists, media, and entrepreneurs for conversations on the intersection of innovation and technology policy.
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Are US Small Business Owners Right To Be Optimistic About Sales Growth in 2026?
 
Are US Small Business Owners Right To Be Optimistic About Sales Growth in 2026?
According to the most recent data put forth by Comerica in its 2026 Small Business Pulse Index, U.S. small business owners are "squarely optimistic" about their business prospects in the year ahead, with four-fifths (80%) suggesting that they are "confident in their future success."
Full Story: RetailWire (free registration) (12/29)
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Tanger CEO says retailers are 'discounting to meet the consumer' this holiday season
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Here Is How AI Will Help Retailers Brace For $850 Million In Returns
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Deadline EXTENDED For The TWICE Picks Awards At CES 2026!
Deadline EXTENDED For The TWICE Picks Awards At CES 2026!
We know how hectic this holiday season has been, so due to popular demand, we've extended the deadline!
Don't miss out on this opportunity - All entries must be received by January 2, 2026, 23:59 Eastern.
The cost of entry is $695 per entry. We'll see you at CES 2026! Enter today!
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I love these active speakers' stacked feature-set, but they lag a little in one key area
 
I love these active speakers' stacked feature-set, but they lag a little in one key area
The Edifier S880DB MKII speakers absolutely meet the brief when it comes to improving on their small-format predecessors. With better speaker design, better internal architecture and all-new connectivity options, these fancy-looking bookshelfs are a true upgrade with better sound to match.
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Subwoofers have been the MVPs of 2025; here are three examples of subs that wowed us this year
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Samsung's two new speakers will deliver crisp audio while blending into your decor
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Hisense Introduces S5 DÉCOTV
 
Hisense Introduces S5 DÉCOTV
Hisense has launched its newest Lifestyle TV, the Hisense S5 DécoTV, continuing the brand's mission to blend design, innovation, and performance into modern living spaces.
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HDR wars, an AVR resurgence and OLED's continued dominance - here are our reviewers' home cinema predictions for 2026
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The LG G6 OLED TV details leak, teasing even more brightness -- and the return of the legendary 'Wallpaper' TV
 
 
 
 
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