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Peraton Appoints New Advisory Board Members

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

RESTON, Va., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Peraton today announced the appointment of four new Advisory Board members:

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  • RESTON, Va., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Peraton today announced the appointment of four new Advisory Board members:
    Peraton's Advisory Board provides advice and expertise to the company on its strategic direction.
  • They join Robert Cardillo, former director, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and Kevin Meiners, former deputy director of National Intelligence (DD/DNI) for Enterprise Capability.
  • "Each of these exceptional leaders has demonstrated through their service to our country a unique understanding of national security, how it evolves, and the approaches required to stay ahead," said Peraton Chairman, President, and CEO Stu Shea.
  • Emeritus members of Peraton's Advisory Board include:
    Jeanne Tisinger, former deputy director of Support, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
    Comprised of a group of proven government, military, and industry technology experts, Peraton's Advisory Board provides advice and expertise to the company on its strategic direction.

OSS Joins Two Key U.S. DoD Consortiums, SCEC and SOSSEC

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

These consortiums were formed to address the technology procurement requirements of the DoD, including facilitating research and development, technology demonstrations and prototype projects.

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  • These consortiums were formed to address the technology procurement requirements of the DoD, including facilitating research and development, technology demonstrations and prototype projects.
  • SOSSEC and SCEC have completed more than 330 projects with over 950 consortium members valued in excess of $1 billion.
  • The consortiums are affiliated with nine Other Transaction Authorities ( OTAs ) that provide the authorization of federal agencies to procure research and development, including prototypes.
  • “Joining these consortiums further demonstrates our commitment to providing high speed PCIe interconnect technology and scalable AI GPU compute systems for our DoD partners.

PsiQuantum Announces New Government Advisory Board with Decades of Combined Public Service Across the White House, Departments of Defense and Commerce, Intelligence Community, and the U.S. Congress

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Although currently focused on priorities pertaining to U.S. Government, PsiQuantum plans to expand the Government Advisory Board to include leaders from other allied nations as well.

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  • Although currently focused on priorities pertaining to U.S. Government, PsiQuantum plans to expand the Government Advisory Board to include leaders from other allied nations as well.
  • (Photos: PsiQuantum)
    The creation of the Government Advisory Board is a natural progression of the company’s longstanding partnerships with the U.S. and allied governments.
  • Through this Board, PsiQuantum will also be better placed to continue its work developing public-private partnerships across the U.S. and allied governments.
  • “We are grateful for the deep experience and perspective that each member of the Government Advisory Board will be able to share.

Chertoff Capital Advises teKnoluxion on its Acquisition by Bridge Core, a NewSpring Holdings Platform Company

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Chertoff Capital, LLC, the investment banking subsidiary of The Chertoff Group, served as the exclusive investment banking advisor to teKnoluxion.

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  • Chertoff Capital, LLC, the investment banking subsidiary of The Chertoff Group, served as the exclusive investment banking advisor to teKnoluxion.
  • teKnoluxion is at the forefront of the intelligence community’s evolving requirements for advanced technology capabilities and serves as a key technology leader.
  • The company now joins its capabilities with Bridge Core to provide a novel approach to analysis, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps.
  • We are so excited to see it reach new heights in partnership with Bridge Core and NewSpring."

Luminary Labs awarded BARDA contract to launch Project NextGen vaccine innovation prize competitions

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Friday, October 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Luminary Labs, a leader in accelerating innovation on behalf of the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, today announced its partnership with the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Luminary Labs will design, promote, and administer two prize competitions in support of Project NextGen's goal to accelerate the development of COVID-19 vaccines, therapeutics, and enabling technologies.

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  • Luminary Labs will design, promote, and administer two prize competitions in support of Project NextGen's goal to accelerate the development of COVID-19 vaccines, therapeutics, and enabling technologies.
  • The two international prize competitions will focus on:
    Catalyzing the development of patch-based vaccine delivery technologies with an emphasis on the collection of clinical evidence with a path toward regulatory approval and commercialization.
  • The prize competition is expected to launch in 2024, with up to $50 million in prizes.
  • "We are honored to partner with BARDA to reimagine vaccine delivery technology and help our nation prepare for known and unknown threats."

Bridge Core Acquires teKnoluxion and Appoints National Security Leaders, The Honorable Sue Gordon, Vice Admiral Bob Sharp, USN (Ret.), and Andy Maner, to the Board of Directors

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Friday, October 6, 2023

to its Board of Directors and named former Chairman & CEO of Avantus, Andy Maner as Executive Chairman.

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  • to its Board of Directors and named former Chairman & CEO of Avantus, Andy Maner as Executive Chairman.
  • Chad Kim, CEO of Bridge Core, states, "Jimmy has built a remarkable team at teKnoluxion, one that sets high standards for talent and performance.
  • "Sue's depth of knowledge and her innate understanding of our client's missions will enable Bridge Core to enhance our impact," says Chad Kim, CEO of Bridge Core.
  • This experience gives him a deep understanding of real-world intelligence operations to guide Bridge Core to deliver maximum mission impact.

Babel Street's Maj. Gen. Quantock (Ret.) Joins the Prestigious AFCEA Intelligence Committee

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Babel Street, the world's leading technology partner for advanced identity intelligence and risk operations, today is proud to announce that Maj. Gen. Mark Quantock (Ret.), EVP of Strategic Accounts, has been appointed to the AFCEA Intelligence Committee. AFCEA International is a professional association with over 30,000 members worldwide for individuals engaged in defense, intelligence, security, and all related technology disciplines. Its membership comprises military, government, industry, academic organizations, and individuals worldwide.

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  • ), EVP of Strategic Accounts, has been appointed to the AFCEA Intelligence Committee.
  • The AFCEA Intelligence Committee is pivotal in fostering idea exchanges and spearheading initiatives that build bridges between government and industry.
  • joining the AFCEA Intelligence Committee showcases the essential synergy between military intelligence and modern technology in today's dynamic security landscape," remarked Lewis Shepherd, Chair of the AFCEA Intelligence Committee.
  • Quantock joins the AFCEA Intelligence Committee alongside Babel Street Board of Advisors member Lt. Gen.

Winners of NGA MagQuest Phase 4a Announced

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

SPRINGFIELD, Va., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency announced the results of the Demonstration Phase (Phase 4a) of MagQuest to develop novel data collection approaches for the World Magnetic Model. The challenge was conducted on NASA's HeroX platform, and all three teams who participated in Phase 4a have successfully constructed magnetometers and tested them at NASA's renowned Goddard Space Flight Center. These teams, who have been awarded millions in funding, will now advance to design, build and launch a satellite to take their magnetometers into orbit and collect data on the earth's magnetic field. The ultimate goal is for the government to buy magnetic field data from one or more of the participating teams.

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  • SPRINGFIELD, Va., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency announced the results of the Demonstration Phase (Phase 4a) of MagQuest to develop novel data collection approaches for the World Magnetic Model.
  • The challenge was conducted on NASA's HeroX platform, and all three teams who participated in Phase 4a have successfully constructed magnetometers and tested them at NASA's renowned Goddard Space Flight Center.
  • The ultimate goal is for the government to buy magnetic field data from one or more of the participating teams.
  • "MagQuest has been a journey of innovation, collaboration, and boundary-pushing, and we are excited to see how these solutions shape the future of geomagnetic data collection."

Second Front Systems Appoints Matt Conner as New Independent Board Director

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Second Front Systems® , a U.S.-based public-benefit software company accelerating the delivery of mission-critical software solutions to the government, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Conner to the Second Front board of directors as a new independent board director.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Second Front Systems® , a U.S.-based public-benefit software company accelerating the delivery of mission-critical software solutions to the government, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Conner to the Second Front board of directors as a new independent board director.
  • As an independent board member, Matt will bring his wealth of expertise in cybersecurity and risk mitigation to progress the company's mission.
  • With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Matt has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead and drive cybersecurity, threat, and risk mitigation programs.
  • Prior to this, Matt served as the CISO of the US Intelligence Community supporting the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.

Intermap Enables World Class Space Infrastructure with New 3D Data Exploitation Contract

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

DENVER, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following a successful competitive procurement, Intermap Technologies (TSX: IMP; OTCQB: ITMSF) (“Intermap” or the “Company”), a global leader in 3D geospatial products and intelligence solutions, today announced a contract to supply its latest high-precision NEXTMap® elevation data to a global spacecraft/launch/communications operator to be used for simulation, regulatory compliance and global situational awareness, including ground station RF interference modeling. Intermap leverages its commercial archive of 3D geospatial data, the world’s largest, and proprietary AI/ML software and processing algorithms to empower its clients with critical as-a-service infrastructure they can easily use to solve various terrain, sub-surface and space-based applications.

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  • Intermap’s seamless elevation models are increasingly needed by satellite operators around the world as terrestrial infrastructure and services are developed.
  • “Our highly precise global 3D models and vertically targeted exploitation software will be instrumental in supporting the future of advanced insurance, communication, navigation and transportation.”
    Intermap’s sensed elevation data is a non-synthetic 3D global product.
  • Intermap specializes in collecting, processing and delivering through software as-a-service, highly valuable and precise 3D elevation data, at scale, that is suitable for critical government and commercial purposes.
  • In 2018, Intermap’s elevation models, 3D vectors and exploitation tools were vital during the Thai soccer team cave rescue .