BlackBerry

BlackBerry Announces Collaboration with AMD to Advance Foundational Precision and Control for Robotics Industry

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

NUREMBURG, Germany, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At Embedded World today, BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) announced a collaboration with AMD designed to revolutionize next-generation robotic systems by enabling new levels of low latency and jitter, and repeatable determinism. Together, the companies will address the critical need for 'hard' real-time capabilities in robotics-focused hardware with an affordable and powerful platform that delivers enhanced performance, reliability, and scalability for robotic systems in industrial and healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • The platform combines BlackBerry® QNX® expertise in real-time foundational software solutions and the QNX® Software Development Platform (SDP) with heterogeneous hardware solutions powered by the AMD Kria™ K26 SOM that features both Arm® and FPGA programmable logic-based architecture.
  • This combination enables sensor fusion, high-performance data processing, real-time control, industrial networking, and reduced latency in robotic applications.
  • "These are crucial attributes for industries carrying out finely tuned operations, such as the fast-growing industries of autonomous mobile robots and surgical robotics.
  • Together with AMD, we are committed to driving technological advancements that address some of these most complex challenges and transform the future of the robotics industry."

Securing Canada's AI advantage

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Sunday, April 7, 2024

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced a $2.4 billion package of measures from the upcoming Budget 2024 to secure Canada's AI advantage.

Key Points: 
  • The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced a $2.4 billion package of measures from the upcoming Budget 2024 to secure Canada's AI advantage.
  • We will also develop a new Canadian AI Sovereign Compute Strategy to catalyze the development of Canadian-owned and located AI infrastructure.
  • Creating a new Canadian AI Safety Institute, with $50 million to further the safe development and deployment of AI.
  • Today's announcement is about investing in innovation and economic growth to secure Canada's world-leading AI advantage today and for generations to come.

BlackBerry’s Cybersecurity Solutions Now Available on Carahsoft’s NASPO ValuePoint Contract

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

WATERLOO, Ontario and RESTON, Va., March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) and Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted IT Solutions Provider®, today announced that BlackBerry’s cybersecurity products have been added to Carahsoft’s National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint contract. The contract addition enables Carahsoft and BlackBerry to provide BlackBerry’s robust cybersecurity solutions portfolio to participating States, Local Governments and Educational Institutions.

Key Points: 
  • The contract addition enables Carahsoft and BlackBerry to provide BlackBerry’s robust cybersecurity solutions portfolio to participating States, Local Governments and Educational Institutions.
  • NASPO ValuePoint is a cooperative purchasing program facilitating public procurement solicitations and agreements using a lead-state model.
  • “We are thrilled to announce that BlackBerry’s cutting-edge solutions are now available to NASPO members,” said Brandi Hiebert, Sales Director who leads the BlackBerry Team at Carahsoft.
  • 47QSWA18D008F, SEWP V contracts NNG15SC03B and NNG15SC27B, ITES-SW2 Contract W52P1J-20-D-0042, OMNIA Partners Contract #R191902, E&I Contract #EI00063~2021MA and The Quilt Master Service Agreement Number MSA05012019-F. For more information, contact the Carahsoft team at (855) 346-6346 or [email protected] .

Stitch Fix Announces Appointment of Lillian Reaume as Chief People Officer

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stitch Fix, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFIX), the leading online personal styling service, announced today that Lillian Reaume has joined the company as its Chief People Officer.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stitch Fix, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFIX), the leading online personal styling service, announced today that Lillian Reaume has joined the company as its Chief People Officer.
  • She reports to Matt Baer, CEO of Stitch Fix.
  • Prior to Stitch Fix, she held several HR leadership roles at Amazon, including Head of HR for the Alexa organization.
  • Chief Product and Technology Officer Tony Bacos joined the company in November of last year after serving as Chief Digital Officer at Frontdoor and Chief Product and Technology Officer at Amazon Fashion.

BlackBerry Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2024 Results

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

WATERLOO, Ontario, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today reported financial results for the three months and fiscal year ended February 29, 2024 (all figures in U.S. dollars and U.S. GAAP, except where otherwise indicated).

Key Points: 
  • WATERLOO, Ontario, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today reported financial results for the three months and fiscal year ended February 29, 2024 (all figures in U.S. dollars and U.S. GAAP, except where otherwise indicated).
  • "BlackBerry delivered a solid finish to the fiscal year, setting a number of new records in the process.
  • "We also took small, but important steps forward for the Cybersecurity division, with ARR stabilizing and even increasing by 3% sequentially.
  • IoT revenue was an all-time quarterly record $66 million, a 25% year-over-year increase; IoT gross margin remained at 85%.

ADAS Market worth 655 million Units by 2030 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

As a result, the anticipated increase in demand for ADAS solutions within the electric vehicle segment is projected for the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • As a result, the anticipated increase in demand for ADAS solutions within the electric vehicle segment is projected for the forecast period.
  • The application Software segment is estimated to exhibit the fastest growth in the global ADAS market.
  • Application software is expected to have significant growth opportunities in the automotive software market during the forecast period.
  • In India, automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) such as Mahindra & Mahindra Limited and Morris Garages offer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) functionalities.

ADAS Market worth 655 million Units by 2030 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

As a result, the anticipated increase in demand for ADAS solutions within the electric vehicle segment is projected for the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • As a result, the anticipated increase in demand for ADAS solutions within the electric vehicle segment is projected for the forecast period.
  • The application Software segment is estimated to exhibit the fastest growth in the global ADAS market.
  • Application software is expected to have significant growth opportunities in the automotive software market during the forecast period.
  • In India, automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) such as Mahindra & Mahindra Limited and Morris Garages offer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) functionalities.

BlackBerry Officially Opens Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in Malaysia

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) officially opened a world-class Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) in Kuala Lumpur today at a ceremony officiated by Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato' Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, Canada's Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, The Honorable Mary Ng, and BlackBerry CEO, John Giamatteo. The new CCoE will deliver exceptional cybersecurity training and cyber threat intelligence to help Malaysia and partners in the region better prevent, deter, and respond to cyber threats facing governments and organizations in the Indo-Pacific region.

Key Points: 
  • New BlackBerry Cybersecurity Curriculum marks major milestone in the company's long-term deal with the Government of Malaysia, establishing the nation as a regional hub of excellence
    CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) officially opened a world-class Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) in Kuala Lumpur today at a ceremony officiated by Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato' Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, Canada's Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, The Honorable Mary Ng, and BlackBerry CEO, John Giamatteo.
  • The company also announced its new BlackBerry Cybersecurity Curriculum is now available for the first time through the new facility, offering a wide range of globally recognized course offerings and certifications to help grow a skilled cybersecurity workforce and ecosystem in Malaysia and the region.
  • The new Cybersecurity Center of Excellence stands as a testament to how nations and technology leaders can work together to address the dual challenge of cybercrime and skills shortages.
  • For more information on the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence and the courses available, please visit here .

BlackBerry Partners with Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University To Bolster Cybersecurity Skills in Malaysia

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, March 19, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst ("the Catalyst"), Toronto Metropolitan University's national center for training, research  and innovation, announced today a new partnership that, for the first time, will offer the Catalyst's world-class CLIC (Certifications for Leadership in Cybersecurity)  program in Malaysia.  To help close the gender gap in the Malaysian cyber industry and support career growth for Malaysian women, the Catalyst is also teaming up with SANS Institute to provide full CLIC scholarships to three qualified Malaysian women candidates. The CLIC Malaysia program will commence in May 2024, with registration now open.

Key Points: 
  • CLIC is an intensive, six-month cybersecurity training and certification program designed to provide the skills needed to launch or elevate a career in cybersecurity.
  • "Toronto Metropolitan University is thrilled to support its national cybersecurity center, the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, as it expands its cutting-edge training programs to Malaysia," said Mohamed Lachemi, President and Vice-Chancellor, Toronto Metropolitan University.
  • BlackBerry also recently partnered with SANS Institute to offer a range of SANS courses at the BlackBerry Malaysia CCoE, which have already commenced.
  • To register interest in Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst's CLIC training program in Malaysia, visit here .

BlackBerry Reports 1 Million Attacks on Global Financial Sector in 120 Days

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

WATERLOO, ON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today released its latest Global Threat Intelligence Report, revealing threat actors focusing efforts on targeting high-value data held by the global financial sector, with one million attacks logged over the 120 day period. This "death by a million cuts" is revealed to be using mainly commodity malware, which indicates a large number of independent actors targeting the industry in pursuit of financial gain. Critical infrastructure attacks, including those targeting government, financial, healthcare and communications industries, altogether accounted for 62 percent of industry-related attacks over the report period, September to December 2023.

Key Points: 
  • WATERLOO, ON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today released its latest Global Threat Intelligence Report , revealing threat actors focusing efforts on targeting high-value data held by the global financial sector, with one million attacks logged over the 120 day period.
  • Critical infrastructure attacks, including those targeting government, financial, healthcare and communications industries, altogether accounted for 62 percent of industry-related attacks over the report period, September to December 2023.
  • Overall, BlackBerry® cybersecurity solutions stopped 31 attacks every minute, a 19 percent increase on the last reporting period.
  • Download a copy of BlackBerry's Global Threat Intelligence Report at BlackBerry.com , and register to attend our Global Threat Intelligence Report Deep Dive webinar on March 26 to discover more.