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The new intraocular lens combines an aspheric bitoric optic with a patented non-constant aberration design (ZO optic) on a fully preloaded, hydrophobic c-Loop platform to help deliver excellent visual outcomes and long-term stability for patients.
JENA, Germany, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ZEISS Medical Technology announced today the successful early clinical implantations of the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P intraocular lens (IOL), designed to treat cataracts while simultaneously correcting astigmatism. ZEISS is currently conducting an early-access clinical trial with a select group of highly experienced surgeons from six countries across Europe (Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden and UK). Surgeons who have begun implanting the new lens have already reported positive early impressions.
"The overwhelmingly positive feedback we've received from surgeons strongly validates our optics leadership in the IOL market. The ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P raises the bar for precision, stability, and ultimately positive surgical outcomes. This is a new era for IOL technology and ZEISS is at the forefront," says Frank Seitzinger, Head of Business Sector Surgery Anterior Segment, ZEISS Medical Technology.
The ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P IOL will first be showcased at the International Congress of German Ophthalmic Surgery (DOC) in Nuremberg, Germany, from June 18 - 20, 2026. Currently CE marked, the lens is expected to be commercially available in select European countries later in 2026.
Early impressions from surgeons
"Being the first surgeon worldwide to implant the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P was a privilege. The lens combines precision, stability and excellent surgical handling. And in modern cataract surgery, precision matters more than ever. Based on my first experience, the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P has all the ingredients of a true game changer for refractive outcomes," says Dr. Andrea Janeková, Ph.D., FEBO, FEBOS-CR, Head of the Center for Cataract, Refractive and Vitreoretinal Surgery at Eye Center Prague, Czech Republic.
"Compared with other toric IOLs, the main advantages of the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P are its platform, its bitoric design, and its outstanding rotational stability. I expect this lens to enhance the predictability of refractive outcomes in my practice. Its proven platform gives me confidence in achieving reliable visual results for my patients," says Dr. Helena Noguera, MD, Department of Refractive and Phaco-Refractive Surgery at Miranza COI Bilbao, Department of Anterior Segment and Glaucoma at Galdácano-Usansolo University Hospital, Bizkaia, Spain.
"Based on my early experience, the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P with a non-constant aspheric profile truly enhances the quality of vision for patients. The step-vaulted profile and enhanced haptic-optic junction improves the rotational stability of this new toric IOL," says Prof. Sathish Srinivasan, FRCSEd, FRCOphth, FACS, FWCRS, FEBOS - CR (Hon), Founder and Medical Director, Ayrshire Eye Clinic, Ayr, Scotland, UK.
"The ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P stands out for its stability, ease of implantation, and consistent visual outcomes, which have been impressive in my initial experience. I expect this lens to expand our treatment options and help more patients achieve excellent vision with greater confidence and satisfaction," says Dr. Amin-Robert Kassem, Chief Physician and Clinic Owner, Värnamo Eye Center, Sweden.
For more information about the clinical trials and surgeons' early implantation success of the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P, visit https://www.zeiss.com/at-lucia-toric.
Not all products, services or offers are approved or offered in every market and approved labeling and instructions may vary from one country to another. For country-specific product information, see the appropriate country website. Product specifications are subject to change in design and scope of delivery as a result of ongoing technical development. The statements of the healthcare professionals reflect only their personal opinions and experiences and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of any institution that they are affiliated with. The healthcare professionals alone are responsible for the content of their experience reported and any potential resulting infringements. Carl Zeiss Meditec AG and its affiliates to not have clinical evidence supporting the opinions and statements of the health care professionals nor accept any responsibility or liability of the healthcare professionals' content. The healthcare professionals have a contractual or other financial relationship with Carl Zeiss Meditec AG and its affiliates and have received financial support.
Contact for investors
Sebastian Frericks
Director Investor Relations
Carl Zeiss Meditec AG
Phone: +49 3641 220 116
Mail: investors.med@zeiss.com
Contact for the press
Frank Smith
Head of Global Communications
Ophthalmology, Carl Zeiss Meditec Inc.
Phone: +49 3641 220 331
Mail: press.med@zeiss.com
Company Profile
Carl Zeiss Meditec AG (ISIN: DE0005313704), which is listed on the TecDAX and SDAx of the German stock exchange, is one of the world's leading medical technology companies. The Company supplies innovative technologies and application-oriented solutions designed to help doctors improve the quality of life of their patients. The Company offers complete solutions, including implants and consumables, to diagnose and treat eye diseases. The Company creates innovative visualization solutions in the field of microsurgery. With 5,784 employees worldwide, the Group generated revenue of €2,228m in fiscal year 2024/25 (to 30 September).
The Group's head office is located in Jena, Germany, and it has subsidiaries in Germany and abroad; more than 50 percent of its employees are based in the USA, Japan, Spain and France. The Center for Application and Research (CARIn) in Bangalore, India and the Carl Zeiss Innovations Center for Research and Development in Shanghai, China, strengthen the Company's presence in these rapidly developing economies. Around 39 percent of Carl Zeiss Meditec AG's shares are in free float. Approx. 59 percent are held by Carl Zeiss AG, one of the world's leading groups in the optical and optoelectronic industries.
For further information visit: www.zeiss.com/med
The new intraocular lens combines an aspheric bitoric optic with a patented non-constant aberration design (ZO optic) on a fully preloaded, hydrophobic c-Loop platform to help deliver excellent visual outcomes and long-term stability for patients.
JENA, Germany, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ZEISS Medical Technology announced today the successful early clinical implantations of the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P intraocular lens (IOL), designed to treat cataracts while simultaneously correcting astigmatism. ZEISS is currently conducting an early-access clinical trial with a select group of highly experienced surgeons from six countries across Europe (Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden and UK). Surgeons who have begun implanting the new lens have already reported positive early impressions.
"The overwhelmingly positive feedback we've received from surgeons strongly validates our optics leadership in the IOL market. The ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P raises the bar for precision, stability, and ultimately positive surgical outcomes. This is a new era for IOL technology and ZEISS is at the forefront," says Frank Seitzinger, Head of Business Sector Surgery Anterior Segment, ZEISS Medical Technology.
The ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P IOL will first be showcased at the International Congress of German Ophthalmic Surgery (DOC) in Nuremberg, Germany, from June 18 - 20, 2026. Currently CE marked, the lens is expected to be commercially available in select European countries later in 2026.
Early impressions from surgeons
"Being the first surgeon worldwide to implant the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P was a privilege. The lens combines precision, stability and excellent surgical handling. And in modern cataract surgery, precision matters more than ever. Based on my first experience, the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P has all the ingredients of a true game changer for refractive outcomes," says Dr. Andrea Janeková, Ph.D., FEBO, FEBOS-CR, Head of the Center for Cataract, Refractive and Vitreoretinal Surgery at Eye Center Prague, Czech Republic.
"Compared with other toric IOLs, the main advantages of the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P are its platform, its bitoric design, and its outstanding rotational stability. I expect this lens to enhance the predictability of refractive outcomes in my practice. Its proven platform gives me confidence in achieving reliable visual results for my patients," says Dr. Helena Noguera, MD, Department of Refractive and Phaco-Refractive Surgery at Miranza COI Bilbao, Department of Anterior Segment and Glaucoma at Galdácano-Usansolo University Hospital, Bizkaia, Spain.
"Based on my early experience, the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P with a non-constant aspheric profile truly enhances the quality of vision for patients. The step-vaulted profile and enhanced haptic-optic junction improves the rotational stability of this new toric IOL," says Prof. Sathish Srinivasan, FRCSEd, FRCOphth, FACS, FWCRS, FEBOS - CR (Hon), Founder and Medical Director, Ayrshire Eye Clinic, Ayr, Scotland, UK.
"The ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P stands out for its stability, ease of implantation, and consistent visual outcomes, which have been impressive in my initial experience. I expect this lens to expand our treatment options and help more patients achieve excellent vision with greater confidence and satisfaction," says Dr. Amin-Robert Kassem, Chief Physician and Clinic Owner, Värnamo Eye Center, Sweden.
For more information about the clinical trials and surgeons' early implantation success of the ZEISS AT LUCIA toric 721P, visit https://www.zeiss.com/at-lucia-toric.
Not all products, services or offers are approved or offered in every market and approved labeling and instructions may vary from one country to another. For country-specific product information, see the appropriate country website. Product specifications are subject to change in design and scope of delivery as a result of ongoing technical development. The statements of the healthcare professionals reflect only their personal opinions and experiences and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of any institution that they are affiliated with. The healthcare professionals alone are responsible for the content of their experience reported and any potential resulting infringements. Carl Zeiss Meditec AG and its affiliates to not have clinical evidence supporting the opinions and statements of the health care professionals nor accept any responsibility or liability of the healthcare professionals' content. The healthcare professionals have a contractual or other financial relationship with Carl Zeiss Meditec AG and its affiliates and have received financial support.
Contact for investors
Sebastian Frericks
Director Investor Relations
Carl Zeiss Meditec AG
Phone: +49 3641 220 116
Mail: investors.med@zeiss.com
Contact for the press
Frank Smith
Head of Global Communications
Ophthalmology, Carl Zeiss Meditec Inc.
Phone: +49 3641 220 331
Mail: press.med@zeiss.com
Company Profile
Carl Zeiss Meditec AG (ISIN: DE0005313704), which is listed on the TecDAX and SDAx of the German stock exchange, is one of the world's leading medical technology companies. The Company supplies innovative technologies and application-oriented solutions designed to help doctors improve the quality of life of their patients. The Company offers complete solutions, including implants and consumables, to diagnose and treat eye diseases. The Company creates innovative visualization solutions in the field of microsurgery. With 5,784 employees worldwide, the Group generated revenue of €2,228m in fiscal year 2024/25 (to 30 September).
The Group's head office is located in Jena, Germany, and it has subsidiaries in Germany and abroad; more than 50 percent of its employees are based in the USA, Japan, Spain and France. The Center for Application and Research (CARIn) in Bangalore, India and the Carl Zeiss Innovations Center for Research and Development in Shanghai, China, strengthen the Company's presence in these rapidly developing economies. Around 39 percent of Carl Zeiss Meditec AG's shares are in free float. Approx. 59 percent are held by Carl Zeiss AG, one of the world's leading groups in the optical and optoelectronic industries.
For further information visit: www.zeiss.com/med
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ZEISS announces successful early implantations of the AT LUCIA toric 721P intraocular lens
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ABU DHABI, UAE, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Neurovia AI, officially participated in the 2026 UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit as an OFFICIAL AI INFRASTRUCTURE PARTNER. The event, held today in Abu Dhabi, marked the first public appearance of the company's newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Rashed Aleghfeli.
During the summit, Mr. Rashed delivered a keynote address titled "Unload the Data Burden, Unlock AI Power," and presented a live demonstration of the latest capabilities of the company's core technology platform, NeuroStream™.
The platform successfully optimized and compressed a 12.15GB, 4K 60fps raw video stream in real-time to 421MB. While achieving a 96.37% reduction in storage and transmission space, the architecture maintained a visually lossless standard, ensuring that the compressed, high-value multimodal data fully meets the efficient indexing and retrieval requirements of machine vision and downstream AI algorithms. The technical architecture is currently undergoing comprehensive evaluation by multiple government agencies and enterprise clients across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
In the subsequent expert panel discussion titled "Cloud & Data Centre Adoption Trends Across UAE's Key Sectors," Mr. Rashed noted that as AI applications expand into physical networks such as robotics and smart cities, future infrastructure will transition from a single cloud or data center model to an integrated intelligent architecture spanning cloud, data centers, and edge computing. Addressing the pressures generated by massive volumes of machine-generated visual data, he stated that the primary challenge for enterprises scaling AI has shifted from simple data collection to efficient data storage, transmission, and preparation for underlying computation.
Organizations that successfully deploy AI at scale will necessarily establish a robust data foundation prior to application expansion, transforming raw data into AI-ready infrastructure. The NeuroStream™ platform is designed for this purpose, mitigating the bandwidth, storage, and energy consumption burdens of visual data through automated compression, intelligent computing resource allocation, and comprehensive format compatibility.
Mr. Rashed concluded that organizations treating AI merely as a single application will encounter bottlenecks, whereas those that succeed will approach it as a comprehensive infrastructure transformation. He emphasized that the next phase of the AI industry involves not only larger models but also the development of more intelligent infrastructure and cleaner data streams.
About the UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit 2026
The UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit 2026 serves as a core high-level forum in the Middle East focused on national digital infrastructure development and cloud platform evolution. Hosted by the UAE Cyber Security Council and supported by the Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, the summit gathers regional government officials, regulatory representatives, and technology executives to examine the strategic role of modern data centers, cloud architectures, and artificial intelligence infrastructure in enhancing operational efficiency, supporting digital governance, and ensuring national digital sovereignty, providing clear direction for the modernization and sustainable development of digital infrastructure in the region.
About Neurovia AI Limited
Neurovia AI (www.neuroviaai.ae) is an AI infrastructure and visual data processing technology company operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO). Guided by its core philosophy to "Unload the data burden, unlock AI power," the company leverages its NeuroStream™ platform to drive the transition of visual data architectures from human viewing to machine understanding. By applying AI-native compression and edge computing, Neurovia AI addresses critical bottlenecks in data storage, transmission, and computation for Physical AI. Its technology serves core sectors including safety and security, autonomous driving, smart cities, and intelligent manufacturing, providing foundational data support for global machine perception and collaboration.
About Robo.ai Inc.
Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO) is a technology company focused on building an artificial intelligence machine economy platform. Through the systematic integration of AI software, intelligent hardware, and smart assets, the company builds a unified AI operating system and an empowered ecosystem, delivering efficient, compliant, and hardware-software integrated infrastructure solutions for global government and enterprise clients.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ from expectations; for further details, please refer to the relevant disclosure documents filed by Robo.ai Inc. with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
ABU DHABI, UAE, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Neurovia AI, officially participated in the 2026 UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit as an OFFICIAL AI INFRASTRUCTURE PARTNER. The event, held today in Abu Dhabi, marked the first public appearance of the company's newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Rashed Aleghfeli.
During the summit, Mr. Rashed delivered a keynote address titled "Unload the Data Burden, Unlock AI Power," and presented a live demonstration of the latest capabilities of the company's core technology platform, NeuroStream™.
The platform successfully optimized and compressed a 12.15GB, 4K 60fps raw video stream in real-time to 421MB. While achieving a 96.37% reduction in storage and transmission space, the architecture maintained a visually lossless standard, ensuring that the compressed, high-value multimodal data fully meets the efficient indexing and retrieval requirements of machine vision and downstream AI algorithms. The technical architecture is currently undergoing comprehensive evaluation by multiple government agencies and enterprise clients across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
In the subsequent expert panel discussion titled "Cloud & Data Centre Adoption Trends Across UAE's Key Sectors," Mr. Rashed noted that as AI applications expand into physical networks such as robotics and smart cities, future infrastructure will transition from a single cloud or data center model to an integrated intelligent architecture spanning cloud, data centers, and edge computing. Addressing the pressures generated by massive volumes of machine-generated visual data, he stated that the primary challenge for enterprises scaling AI has shifted from simple data collection to efficient data storage, transmission, and preparation for underlying computation.
Organizations that successfully deploy AI at scale will necessarily establish a robust data foundation prior to application expansion, transforming raw data into AI-ready infrastructure. The NeuroStream™ platform is designed for this purpose, mitigating the bandwidth, storage, and energy consumption burdens of visual data through automated compression, intelligent computing resource allocation, and comprehensive format compatibility.
Mr. Rashed concluded that organizations treating AI merely as a single application will encounter bottlenecks, whereas those that succeed will approach it as a comprehensive infrastructure transformation. He emphasized that the next phase of the AI industry involves not only larger models but also the development of more intelligent infrastructure and cleaner data streams.
About the UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit 2026
The UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit 2026 serves as a core high-level forum in the Middle East focused on national digital infrastructure development and cloud platform evolution. Hosted by the UAE Cyber Security Council and supported by the Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, the summit gathers regional government officials, regulatory representatives, and technology executives to examine the strategic role of modern data centers, cloud architectures, and artificial intelligence infrastructure in enhancing operational efficiency, supporting digital governance, and ensuring national digital sovereignty, providing clear direction for the modernization and sustainable development of digital infrastructure in the region.
About Neurovia AI Limited
Neurovia AI (www.neuroviaai.ae) is an AI infrastructure and visual data processing technology company operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO). Guided by its core philosophy to "Unload the data burden, unlock AI power," the company leverages its NeuroStream™ platform to drive the transition of visual data architectures from human viewing to machine understanding. By applying AI-native compression and edge computing, Neurovia AI addresses critical bottlenecks in data storage, transmission, and computation for Physical AI. Its technology serves core sectors including safety and security, autonomous driving, smart cities, and intelligent manufacturing, providing foundational data support for global machine perception and collaboration.
About Robo.ai Inc.
Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO) is a technology company focused on building an artificial intelligence machine economy platform. Through the systematic integration of AI software, intelligent hardware, and smart assets, the company builds a unified AI operating system and an empowered ecosystem, delivering efficient, compliant, and hardware-software integrated infrastructure solutions for global government and enterprise clients.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ from expectations; for further details, please refer to the relevant disclosure documents filed by Robo.ai Inc. with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
** This press release is distributed by PR Newswire through automated distribution system, for which the client assumes full responsibility. **
As AI Infrastructure Takes Center Stage, Neurovia AI Highlights NeuroStream™ and New Leadership at UAE Industry Summit
