A volatile geopolitical landscape was one of several pressing topics on the docket at this year’s Global Photonics Economic Forum from Optica. China has announced new export restrictions on rare earths. The measures are likely to be felt throughout the photonics industry. Covering mergers and acquisitions, Excelitas has just agreed to acquire Luxium Solutions, and Theon Sensors will take over a nearly 10 percent stake in electro-optical company, Exosens. In personnel moves, ASML has appointed Marco Pieters as its Chief Technology Officer, and TOPTICA Photonics has appointed Matthias Hohenleutner as its Vice President of Production. In Rochester, industry leaders are investing heavily in the future of photonics at Monroe Community College. SPIE Optifab 2025 returns next week, and
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