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AV’s Switchblade 600 Selected for Tranche 1 of the U.S. Department of Defense’s Replicator Initiative

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tisdag, maj 7, 2024

AeroVironment’s (AV) Switchblade 600 loitering munition system has been selected for Tranche 1 of the first iteration of the U.S. Department of Defense’s (DoD) Replicator initiative.

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  • AeroVironment’s (AV) Switchblade 600 loitering munition system has been selected for Tranche 1 of the first iteration of the U.S. Department of Defense’s (DoD) Replicator initiative.
  • AV’s Switchblade 600 is a man-portable, extended-range loitering munition system equipped with an anti-armor warhead for engaging larger, hardened targets at greater distances.
  • The first iteration of the Replicator initiative aims to accelerate all-domain, attritable autonomous systems to warfighters at speed and scale.
  • Switchblade 600’s patented wave-off and recommit capability allows operators to abort the mission and re-engage as the mission requires.

Parsons Increasing Production of U.S. Air Force’s RADBO System

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torsdag, april 25, 2024

This modification brings the total number of Air Force RADBO systems to 29.

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  • This modification brings the total number of Air Force RADBO systems to 29.
  • The RADBO system, which includes Parsons' ZEUS® directed energy system, provides explosive ordnance personnel improved safety by allowing the destruction of unexploded ordnance from the interior of Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles at distances that can exceed 300 meters in optimal conditions.
  • “The RADBO system continues to lead a shift in operational tactics and response to protect deployed warfighters and civilians and ensure their mission success,” said Mike Kushin, president of Defense and Intelligence for Parsons.
  • To learn more about Parsons’ ZEUS® laser neutralization system, please visit parsons.com/products/zeus .

50% of People in Gaza Are at Imminent Risk of Famine, According to New Report

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måndag, mars 18, 2024

Within the next four months, 7 out of 10 Gazans in the north will be at risk of famine.

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  • Within the next four months, 7 out of 10 Gazans in the north will be at risk of famine.
  • Approximately one in three children are now acutely malnourished and two in 10,000 are dying of starvation, according to the Ministry of Health in Gaza.
  • More than half of the total population that are in Phase 5 are located in the northern part of the Gaza Strip.
  • Humanitarian access to northern Gaza is nearly impossible, leading to more than 160,000 people being on the brink of starvation.

TransMedia Group to Bring Justified Media Attention to Retired ATF Special Agent Ignacio J. Esteban's 79 Books & Scripts to Film Industry Movers and Shakers

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onsdag, mars 13, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TransMedia Group to capture media and film industry attention for Ignacio J. Esteban, retired ATF 20+ year Special Agent at The US Department of Justice and the 79 books & script he has written based on his exciting life experiences.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TransMedia Group to capture media and film industry attention for Ignacio J. Esteban, retired ATF 20+ year Special Agent at The US Department of Justice and the 79 books & script he has written based on his exciting life experiences.
  • "Working with such an expert in law and enforcement for Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives as Ignacio fits exactly the kind of exciting clientele we love delivering to the press and producers.
  • "I'm content working with TransMedia Group's outstanding team knowing they've had successful media turnouts working in the True Crime area," said Esteban, author, screenwriter, podcaster and retired ATF special agent.
  • TransMedia Group is an international public relations firm serving clients worldwide since 1981.

Blueshift Named a Leader and a Fast Mover in GigaOm Radar Report for Customer Data Platforms (CDPs)

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måndag, mars 11, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blueshift, the leading platform for intelligent customer engagement, today announced that it was recognized as a Leader and a Fast Mover in the first-ever GigaOm Radar Report for Customer Data Platforms. Leading brands are choosing Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) to effectively use their data to drive business success.  

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blueshift , the leading platform for intelligent customer engagement, today announced that it was recognized as a Leader and a Fast Mover in the first-ever GigaOm Radar Report for Customer Data Platforms.
  • Leading brands are choosing Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) to effectively use their data to drive business success.
  • GigaOm defines customer data platforms (CDPs) as "software applications that provide a central repository that pulls in customer data from multiple online and offline sources and unifies it to create customer profiles."
  • New customers can create their free account at https://blueshift.com/
    To learn more about Blueshift and how it differs from other CDP solutions, read the full GigaOm Radar Report here .

Treasure Data Named a Leader in Inaugural Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Customer Data Platforms

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onsdag, februari 21, 2024

Treasure Data today announced that it has been named a Leader in the inaugural 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Customer Data Platforms.

Key Points: 
  • Treasure Data today announced that it has been named a Leader in the inaugural 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Customer Data Platforms.
  • Treasure Data CDP helps the world’s largest companies increase revenue by improving customer acquisition and growth, drive operational efficiencies that lower costs, and reduce risk using customer data across multiple teams and geographies.
  • Treasure Data empowers teams across the company, including marketing, IT, service, sales, and data science, to use its CDP to drive connected customer experiences.
  • Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Customer Data Platforms, Lizzy Foo Kune, Rachel Smith, Suzanne White, Benjamin Bloom, Adriel Tey, David Walters, 14 February 2024.

Winpak Maintains Remarkable CDP Score, Demonstrating Commitment to Environmental Leadership

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onsdag, februari 28, 2024

WINNIPEG, MB, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Winpak Ltd. ("Winpak" or the "Company") proudly announces its exceptional achievement in the 2023 Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) assessment.

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  • WINNIPEG, MB, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Winpak Ltd. ("Winpak" or the "Company") proudly announces its exceptional achievement in the 2023 Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) assessment.
  • CDP is a globally recognized initiative that evaluates and scores companies based on their efforts to mitigate climate change, manage environmental risks, and operate sustainably.
  • Winpak has consistently demonstrated its commitment to environmental transparency, and this achievement solidifies its position as a frontrunner in sustainability and environmental stewardship.
  • By sharing their environmental data with CDP, Winpak is continuing an environmental journey that will contribute to keeping that future in sight."

DuPont Announces 2023 North America Protection Innovation Award Winners

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tisdag, februari 27, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont Personal Protection today announced the winners of the 10th annual Protection Innovation Award recognizing the use of Kevlar® and/or Nomex® materials in gloves or sleeves. The award highlights the design innovation, driven by DuPont Brand Licensees who are utilizing proprietary fiber solutions, in personal protective equipment (PPE) offering industry leading comfort and performance.

Key Points: 
  • WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont Personal Protection today announced the winners of the 10th annual Protection Innovation Award recognizing the use of Kevlar® and/or Nomex® materials in gloves or sleeves.
  • DuPont Brand Licensees are investing in expanded research to find innovative new materials that offer cut, heat, flame and electrical arc protection.
  • They can count on their status as a licensee, and our support as an innovation leader, to help them address changing regulatory standards and unmet worker protection needs," said Christine Christmas, Global Market Leader, DuPont Personal Protection.
  • For more details on DuPont collaboration with our brand licensees, connect with DuPont Personal Protection on LinkedIn for the latest updates.

ACTIONIQ NAMED A VISIONARY IN THE INAUGURAL GARTNER® MAGIC QUADRANT™ FOR CUSTOMER DATA PLATFORMS

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onsdag, februari 21, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ActionIQ , the leading Composable Customer Data Platform (CDP), announced today it has been named a Visionary on the inaugural Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for CDPs, identifying those solutions that help connect a brands' customer data with personalized experiences.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ActionIQ , the leading Composable Customer Data Platform (CDP), announced today it has been named a Visionary on the inaugural Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for CDPs, identifying those solutions that help connect a brands' customer data with personalized experiences.
  • "With our previous, non-composable solution, data movement was costly, system performance lagged, and it struggled to match our scale."
  • Discover why ActionIQ is a Visionary in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Customer Data Platforms with this complimentary report .
  • Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Customer Data Platforms, By Lizzy Foo Kune , Benjamin Bloom , Rachel Smith , Adriel Tey , Suzanne White , David Walters , 14 February 2024

Assan Aluminyum achieves a CDP score above global industry averages

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måndag, februari 19, 2024

CHICAGO , Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Assan Aluminyum, one of the leading flat rolled aluminium producers in the world became the first company in its sector in Türkiye to take part in the CDP 2023 Climate Change program, where it achieved a high score of 'B', a score that is above both the global industry averages, as well as the global metal industry average.

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  • CHICAGO , Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Assan Aluminyum, one of the leading flat rolled aluminium producers in the world became the first company in its sector in Türkiye to take part in the CDP 2023 Climate Change program, where it achieved a high score of 'B', a score that is above both the global industry averages, as well as the global metal industry average.
  • Assan Aluminyum, a subsidiary of the Kibar Group and one of the two largest aluminium foil manufacturers in Europe, ranked above the global averages and the average of the global metal industry with its environmental performance in the 2023 assessment of CDP, one of the world's leading sustainability reporting platforms.
  • Assan Alüminyum became the first company in Türkiye to report on climate change and environmental performance through CDP.
  • Güngör noted: "We participated in CDP for the first time in 2023 and achieve a score of 'B', a score that is above both the global averages, as well as the global metal industry average."