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Verdict: Apple Hit With $634 Million in Damages in Masimo Lawsuit; Another Shoe May Drop

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At the end of last week, Masimo Corporation (Nasdaq: MASI) received some good news in its years-long court battle with Apple Inc. over its alleged infringement of Masimo patents misappropriated for use in Apple Watch models. It has been virtually a nuclear war between the two combatants, taking place in Federal, California, and Delaware courts; at the US International Trade Commission; in the Federal Appeals Court; at the Patent Trial & Appeal Board; and with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Now, a California jury has found in Masimo’s favor in one of those cases and ordered Apple to pay it $634 million in damages. But is this the end of the matter?

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Just Video Walls Displayed Wall-to-Wall Video Walls at CEDIA Expo 2025

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A 217" video wall from Just Video Walls

Ft Lauderdale, FL-based Just Video Walls, a specialist supplier of custom MicroLED video walls, had a massive showing at CEDIA Expo 2025, situated in two large booths on the main floor. The company, which has had a huge growth spurt over the last couple of years, has added many new employees, introduced new product models, brought on new accessory & control options, and had its largest presence ever at Expo 2025.

Learn all about Just Video Walls’ growing momentum in custom integration…

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Goldman Sachs Names Daisy CEO Hagan Kappler as a Most Exceptional Entrepreneur

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Hagan Kappler, Daisy co-founder and CEO
Hagan Kappler at CEDIA Expo 2025 [Click to enlarge]

Goldman Sachs, a leading American-based global investment bank, earlier this month recognized Hagan Kappler, CEO and Co-Founder of Daisy, as one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2025. This recognition was announced at the Goldman Sachs Builders + Innovators Summit 2025 held in Healdsburg, California.

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Crestron Opens Another Stunning Experience Center; This Time in EMEA

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Crestron Experience Center in Mechelen, Belguim
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Crestron Electronics, a leading industry manufacturer of commercial and enterprise-grade connectivity gear, as well as sophisticated but simple control and automation solutions for the smart home, has launched another Crestron Experience Center (CEC) in Mechelen, Belgium. Not only does this stunning facility showcase the depth and breadth of Crestron technology, but it also demonstrates the company’s commitment to EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Asia) markets as well as to the greater global community.

See more on Crestron’s latest Experience Center in Belgium…

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After a Decades-Long Career, An Ex-Integrator Switches to the Client’s Side with Spexi Advisory

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A Spexi Advisory project image provided by Sean Weiner

By any measure, Sean Weiner has had an exemplary run in custom integration. His blue-chip resume includes significant roles with custom integrators such as Myer Emco, Starr Systems, and Bravas, where he was the organization’s Chief Technology Officer.

But now he’s left the role of integrator and created something new, called Spexi Advisory. And in so doing, he may have created a new business model – something that puts him on the side of the buyer (client).

See what Weiner has created…and if you should consider the same idea

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Japanese Custom Home Builder Tests Clever Plan to Boost Revenues & Opportunities

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A home builder in Japan has a clever idea to boost revenues now and opportunities later
[PHOTOS: Rinano Katsu, Nikkei]

Cleverly Home, a custom home builder in Japan, has come up with a way to generate additional revenue from its model homes, while also opening up a new way for prospective homeowners to experience its designs. A reporter for the Nikkei in Japan was quite taken by the concept as the homebuilder will allow the model homes to be rented out as private lodgings on dates when no homebuyer showings are scheduled.

Learn all about custom home builder Cleverly Home’s clever idea…

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Popular Tech Industry Editor & Reviewer Robert Archer Leaves CEPro

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Robert Archer is leaving CEPro

Many in the industry were stunned to learn Thursday afternoon that popular custom integration editor and reviewer Robert “Bob” Archer was released from his prominent role at CEPro by owner Emerald Expositions. It was an inauspicious conclusion to a long, illustrious career at one of the top industry trade publications, where Archer’s insightful product reviews could make a real impact on the success of a product in the market.

Read more on the departure of Robert Archer from CEPro/Emerald Expositions…

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Azione Unlimited Launches the Azione Collective, An Internal Woman’s Group

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Photo from a past Azione Unlimited conference

Azione Unlimited, a leading North American buying group of upscale custom integrators, announced on Wednesday that it has formed the Azione Collective, a group of women drawn from all walks of the greater Azione ecosystem who have come together to “empower connection, mentorship, and growth.”

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Ferrari Stock Crashes After Company Forecasts Slowing Growth; Has Luxury Run Off the Road?

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A Ferrari Laferrari
A Ferrari Laferrari [PHOTO: baronvsp / iStock][Click to enlarge]

Ferrari NV (NYSE: RACE), manufacturer of the leading luxury sports car embraced by many wealthy car enthusiasts, had its scariest ride ever on Wall Street last week, when its stock value had the single largest daily drop in the company’s history. In just one day, the value of RACE shares closed down by 15%. Does this mean trouble for the Luxury market?

Read more on what this means for Ferrari and the greater luxury market…

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In New Survey, U.S. Homeowners are Pessimistic About the Economy and the Housing Market

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Homeowners are stressing about their personal finances

50% of America is Stressing About Personal Finances

In a new survey released today (Thursday), homeowners expressed pessimism and uncertainty about both the economy in general and the housing market specifically. They are also stressing over personal finances, with nearly half of all homeowners (49%) citing their personal finances as the greatest source of stress they face right now.

See what’s stressing U.S. homeowners…

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