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New Data from The Vision Council: Rising Prices Prop Up Optical Market as Volume and Provider Confidence Soften

The Vision Council released two reports from its inSights Research Program covering the first half…

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  • September 12, 2026
opti 2027 Unveils “opti SMART TECH” Hub for Smart Eyewear and Wearables

With “See. Hear. Next.”, opti is looking at what will move optics and hearing care…

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SNOB Milano and Massimo Alba Partner to Launch Exclusive Eyewear Collection at SILMO

The collaboration stems from a natural affinity between the two brands and, in particular, between…

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SightGlass Vision’s DOT Spectacle Lenses Win Gold Stevie Award for Technology Breakthrough of the Year

SightGlass Vision is proud to announce that its DOT spectacle lenses for myopia control have…

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Etnia Eyewear Culture Strengthens Its Management Team to Drive International Growth

Etnia Eyewear Culture has appointed Massimo Vian as CEO of the group, marking the beginning…

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Bausch + Lomb Survey Finds Most Women Unaware Dry Eye Is Linked to Menopause

Bausch + Lomb Corporation announced findings from a new survey highlighting a significant awareness gap…

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Avulux Granted FDA De Novo Authorization, Creating the First Lens Classification for Migraine-Associated Light Sensitivity

Avulux, the maker of clinically-proven precision light-filtering lenses for people living with migraine and light…

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CLI Premieres Contact Lens Profitability Video Series

Contact Lens Institute (CLI) has published Profitability Perspectives with Professors Jones, Morgan & Morgan, a 12-part short-form…

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Prevent Blindness Declares September as Sports Eye Safety Month

Prevent Blindness has once again declared September as Sports Eye Safety Month. New Prevent Blindness…

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SILMO Paris 2026 Brings Four Days of Eyewear Innovation in September

In one month, a new season for the eyewear and optical industry will begin in…