PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Firebolt, the analytical database for real-time applications, today announced a major expansion across APAC, driven by unprecedented demand from organizations accelerating their data and AI initiatives. As part of this growth, Firebolt has opened a new regional hub in Singapore to strengthen its presence across the region. To lead this effort, Firebolt has appointed Deepak Ajmani as Head of Asia & ANZ.
With over 20 years of leadership experience in the technology industry — including senior roles at Oracle, Dell, Google, and most recently as Vice President of A/NZ & Emerging Markets at Confluent — Deepak brings a deep understanding of enterprise data and cloud strategies, along with a proven track record of scaling go-to-market teams across APAC. His appointment deepens Firebolt's presence while accelerating growth in key verticals like financial services, e-commerce, and technology.
Firebolt was built for engineers running mission-critical analytics and AI workloads, delivering strong price/performance even for complex, high-concurrency demands. With Postgres SQL compatibility and native Iceberg support, Firebolt runs low-latency analytics, scalable batch ELT, and AI workloads efficiently.
"Organizations across APAC are pushing the limits of analytics and AI workloads," said Deepak Ajmani. "Firebolt's ability to process massive volumes of data at low latency and high concurrency — all while optimizing for cost — is a game-changer. I'm excited to partner with forward-thinking companies across the region to unlock new possibilities with Firebolt."
As investment in AI-driven analytics, cloud infrastructure, and cost-optimized data platforms accelerates across the region, Firebolt's expansion comes at a pivotal moment. Earlier this year, Firebolt launched operations in Bangalore and has since made several key executive hires, underscoring the company's momentum across the region.
"We're seeing demand in APAC accelerate faster than in any other market we've entered," said Sandeep Mathur, Managing Director of APAC. "With Deepak joining the team, we're well-positioned to meet the region's surging need for analytical infrastructure that can power the next generation of real-time applications."
"Our mission is to give engineers an analytical database that delivers unmatched performance, flexibility, and control," added Hemanth Vedagarbha, President at Firebolt. "Deepak's track record in scaling high-performing businesses and teams will be instrumental as we enter our next phase of growth, ensuring we deliver greater efficiency and value across the region."
This expansion reinforces Firebolt's leadership in enabling low-latency analytics, high-concurrency performance, and AI-ready capabilities for organizations across a wide range of industries.
About Firebolt Firebolt is the analytical database for real-time applications. Built for production-grade data and AI workloads, Firebolt gives engineers the performance, flexibility, and control they need. Firebolt has Postgres-compatible SQL, can run on Iceberg, and delivers unmatched price-performance even on complex, high-concurrency workloads. Whether fully managed in the cloud or self-hosted, Firebolt runs low-latency queries, complex joins, and heavy batch ELT efficiently in one place. For more information, visitwww.firebolt.io and follow on LinkedIn.
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From January 6–8, 2026, Arspura, a premium smart home appliance brand focused on healthier kitchen air, presented its latest IQV™ innovations at CES 2026 and hosted a three-day brand program in Las Vegas. Centered on exclusive technology, respiratory wellness, and user experience, the program brought together experts, product leaders, and real customers to spotlight how better cooking environments can start with better indoor air management.
At the heart of Arspura's CES showcase was its proprietary IQV™ Dynamic Particulate Capture Technology, designed to capture cooking smoke, grease particles, and odor at the source—helping reduce the common "smoke escape" problem many households experience with traditional ventilation. Through live demonstrations and deep-dive sessions, Arspura emphasized a clear brand promise for modern kitchens: Cook freely, breathe freely.
To watch highlights from Arspura's CES 2026 showcase, visit:
Day 1: Uncovering the Kitchen's Invisible Health Threats
On the first day of CES 2026, Arspura kicked off its brand program with a keynote by Professor Francesca Dominici of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (Professor of Biostatistics & Data Science; Professor of Environmental Health).
Drawing on her research on air pollution and health, she highlighted the risks of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and emphasized that even low-level exposure can make people sick. She noted that PM2.5 can be particularly hazardous for older adults, people with existing health conditions, and individuals with asthma, and stressed that preventing cooking-related PM2.5 from dispersing indoors and reducing exposure at the source is crucial for family health.
Reflecting on this message, Arspura underscored its commitment to helping more households—especially those with asthma or nasal sensitivities—cook with greater comfort by reducing smoke and odor irritation, so more people can truly cook freely and breathe freely.
Day 2: Redefining a New Standard for Smoke-Free Cooking
On the second day, Arspura's product manager led a technical session explaining how IQV™ airflow design works together with high-airspeed capture (up to 13 m/s) to deliver high capture performance with minimal smoke escape. The presentation framed Arspura's approach as more than a product: a combination of technology and daily usability designed to make healthy cooking feel effortless.
Arspura also welcomed a special on-site visit and interview from media figure Yang Lan, who explored the booth experience and shared positive feedback on IQV™ technology and the IQV Hood concept—particularly its relevance for people sensitive to cooking fumes who want a more comfortable kitchen environment.
Day 3: Bringing Healthy Kitchen Living Into Everyday Ease
Arspura closed out CES 2026 with strong momentum, earning five awards during the show. To cap the three-day program, the brand invited its first group of IQV Hood users for a face-to-face sharing session, paired with immersive, hands-on demonstrations. Through interactive experiences and practical use scenarios, attendees felt firsthand how the product can deliver "health protection" and "easy cleaning" simultaneously, translating the idea of a healthier kitchen into tangible everyday value.
Passionate home cooks also shared how they had previously tried multiple traditional range hoods yet still struggled with smoke escape and lingering odors, while Arspura's IQV™ performance provided noticeably improved smoke capture and deodorization—making cooking more enjoyable and inspiring friends and family to upgrade after seeing the results.
What's Next for Arspura
Backed by strong recognition at CES 2026 and reinforced by firsthand user stories, Arspura's IQV™ showcase signaled a growing shift toward kitchen ventilation solutions that prioritize both health and everyday usability. Building on this momentum, Arspura will continue to develop smarter, cleaner-air technologies for modern homes.
