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EZVIZ Unveils AI-Powered Cameras, Smart Locks at IFA 2026

Madrid – September 08, 2026 -- Smart home company EZVIZ is showcasing its full product lineup at IFA in Berlin, occupying stand 175 in Hall 1.2 under the slogan "Accelerating Innovation." The display spans five interconnected zones covering home security, access control, robotics, and AI-driven devices.

New triple-lens cameras target large properties

The company's 90f series, evolving from its 90 Dual line, introduces wired (H90f) and battery-powered (HB90f) cameras with three lenses and a 12x mixed zoom. EZVIZ says the setup is built to capture detail across large areas such as farms or estates.

Compact 3K cameras add 4G-wifi switching

The 3K series includes the entry-level CB30 and the advanced CB60, both featuring high-capacity batteries and magnetic bases for portability. The CB60 offers an 8x zoom and can switch between 4G and wifi, keeping footage sharp even outside router range.

Bucket-List Trips Now Have Waitlists Years Long, Report Finds

Madrid – September 7, 2026 -- Getting into the world's most coveted outdoor events now requires patience measured in years, not months, according to a new report from travel agency Jade Peak.

The New York Marathon accepted just 1% of applicants this year

Jade Peak's first "Access Index" found that the New York Marathon's public lottery drew 240,000 applicants but selected only 1% of them. At current demand levels, the report estimates it would take up to 18 years to secure a rafting permit through the Grand Canyon.

The index tracked over 300 activities across 90 countries

The report, titled "Dream Lists Are Now Waitlists," analyzed dozens of trips and expeditions based on cost, entry requirements, and how long it takes for spots to sell out.

Wish Lists Are Now Wait Lists: The Odds of Scoring a Spot at Top Outdoor Events

Madrid – September 07, 2026 -- Getting into the world's most sought-after outdoor events and expeditions has become a numbers game, according to a new report from travel publisher Jade Peak. The New York City Marathon accepted just 1% of its 240,000public lottery applicants this year, and at current demand, booking a Grand Canyon rafting permit could take up to 18 years.

Jade Peak released the first edition of its Access Index, titled "Wish Lists Are Now Wait Lists," cataloging more than 300 outdoor activities across 90 countries. The report analyzed dozens of trips using cost, qualification standards, and how quickly slots sell out.

Lottery odds are shrinking while entry fees stay flat

The report found that public lottery odds for many events are declining even as prices remain largely unchanged. Nine out of ten U.S. national parks charge the same entry fee today as they did in 2020, according to Jade Peak co-founder Marina Herraiz.