OAI

LF Networking Signs MOU with OpenAirInterface, Expands into a Next-Generation Collaboration Hub with Advancements Across AI + Networking, and Cloud Native Automation

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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With a formal collaboration with OpenAirInterface (OAI) Software Alliance , as well as growth across AI and Cloud Native, LFN is pushing innovation forward.

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  • With a formal collaboration with OpenAirInterface (OAI) Software Alliance , as well as growth across AI and Cloud Native, LFN is pushing innovation forward.
  • Additional announcements include advancements in AI for PPP Networking (and Networking for AI) and Cloud Native Networking (including a new Certification Program).
  • "From the ground-breaking introduction of Networking Functions Virtualization (NFV) and Software Defined Networking (SDN), we've seen the ecosystem grow to include new tech and new industry.
  • The two organizations have a history of multi-way cooperation for showcasing end to end cloud networking of 5G Core and RAN.

Yamaha and Southern California Mountains Foundation Join Forces for Public Lands Conservation

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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MARIETTA, Ga., May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, the powersports industry’s leading advocate for access to public lands for motorized and outdoor recreation, took a hands-on approach this past weekend with employees from the Cypress and Georgia corporate offices volunteering at a large-scale maintenance effort on the U.S.F.S. San Bernardino, one of the nation’s most visited national forests. Alongside 50 Yamaha employees, their family, and friends, members of the Southern California Mountains Foundation (SCMF) and forest service staff worked on a variety of critical maintenance projects at the popular Pinnacles OHV Staging Area to protect access to the well-traveled trails.

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  • Alongside 50 Yamaha employees, their family, and friends, members of the Southern California Mountains Foundation (SCMF) and forest service staff worked on a variety of critical maintenance projects at the popular Pinnacles OHV Staging Area to protect access to the well-traveled trails.
  • Throughout the day, the visiting public and riding groups witnessed the immediate impact and benefits of the Yamaha employee volunteer effort.
  • Yamaha is committed to fostering a culture of outdoor exploration and inspiring others to join us in creating lasting memories.
  • Connect with Yamaha on social media via @YamahaOutdoors or search any of the following hashtags on all platforms: #Yamaha #YamahaOAI #REALizeYourAdventure #ProvenOffRoad #AssembledInUSA

VIAVI Joins the OpenAirInterface Software Alliance as Strategic Member

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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CHANDLER, Ariz., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV) today announced it has joined the Strategic Board of the OpenAirInterface Software Alliance (OSA).

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV) today announced it has joined the Strategic Board of the OpenAirInterface Software Alliance (OSA).
  • VIAVI participation adds a test equipment provider to the OSA board and opens a new chapter in the relationship that OSA maintains with the O-RAN ALLIANCE and the open RAN stakeholders.
  • OSA welcomes VIAVI as a valuable contributor to its mission of fostering innovation and collaboration in developing next-generation wireless technologies.
  • As a global leader in network testing, monitoring, and assurance solutions, VIAVI brings unparalleled expertise and resources to the OpenAirInterface community.

Open Networking & Edge Summit Brings More AI, Networking, Edge & Cloud Industry Luminaries to Keynote Stage in Silicon Valley

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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"We are thrilled to welcome such esteemed speakers and presentations to the ONE Summit stage," said Arpit Joshipura, general manager, Networking, Edge and IoT, at the Linux Foundation.

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  • "We are thrilled to welcome such esteemed speakers and presentations to the ONE Summit stage," said Arpit Joshipura, general manager, Networking, Edge and IoT, at the Linux Foundation.
  • "Leaders representing telcos, cloud providers, internet platforms, SIs, government, and more will share the latest innovations towards digital transformation."
  • Keynote topics include the latest innovations through an open source lens, including AI, Cloud Automation, Government, Enterprise, Edge, APIs and more, presented by global leaders paving the way in real time.
  • Members of LF Networking and LF Edge may receive a 20 percent discount (if interested in project membership, please visit https://lfnetworking.org/join/ or https://lfedge.org/members/join/ ).

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Grants Exceed $1 Million in 2023

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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MARIETTA, Ga., March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , is proud to announce the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) contributed over $1 million in grant awards in 2023, marking the largest annual funding total since the program's inception in 2008.

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  • MARIETTA, Ga., March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , is proud to announce the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) contributed over $1 million in grant awards in 2023, marking the largest annual funding total since the program's inception in 2008.
  • Steve Nessl, Yamaha's motorsports marketing manager, stated, "Yamaha's goal for the Outdoor Access Initiative is to serve as a meaningful resource to those supporting access to public land for all types of recreation.
  • We remain committed to supporting those who work tirelessly to ensure riders and outdoor enthusiasts can continue to enjoy our nation's outdoor spaces."
  • Over $300,000 in grants were awarded in the fourth quarter of 2023 to organizations including:

Nephio Community Advances Cloud Native Automation With Release 2, Across Multi-Cloud, Multi-Domain, Multi-Vendor Ecosystems

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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Nephio Release 2 builds upon the success of Release 1, offering enhanced multi-vendor, multi-cloud, and additional cloud native automation capabilities across Cloud, RAN and Packet core domains.

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  • Nephio Release 2 builds upon the success of Release 1, offering enhanced multi-vendor, multi-cloud, and additional cloud native automation capabilities across Cloud, RAN and Packet core domains.
  • Nephio R2 introduces significant improvements in the deployment, life cycle management, and scaling of telecom cloud infrastructure and network functions, leveraging advanced Kubernetes cloud native technologies and intent-based automation.
  • Building on the core automation of Nephio Release 1, Nephio R2 advances with a focus on automating Radio Access Network (RAN) and multi-cloud automation framework.
  • The new release introduces Kubernetes-based cloud native intent automation and new templates, simplifying deployment and management of multi-vendor cloud infrastructure.

Yamaha Empowers E-Bike Communities with Groundbreaking Outdoor Access Initiative Grants

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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MARIETTA, Ga., Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , proudly announces a groundbreaking chapter in outdoor access with the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) awarding two grants dedicated to advancing e-bike trails in Georgia and California.

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  • MARIETTA, Ga., Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , proudly announces a groundbreaking chapter in outdoor access with the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) awarding two grants dedicated to advancing e-bike trails in Georgia and California.
  • These grants, part of the 2023 OAI grant cycle, showcase Yamaha's unwavering support across off-road motorcycles, Side-by-Sides, ATVs, and eMTBs, positioning Yamaha as the industry leader in safeguarding access to public land for motorized and outdoor recreation.
  • Yamaha encourages all eligible organizations to contribute to the mission of the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative, improving access to public land for motorized and outdoor recreation.
  • Stay seamlessly connected with Yamaha through avenues such as the Yamaha Outdoors podcast, social media channels via @YamahaOutdoors, and by tracking the following hashtags: #Yamaha, #YamahaOAI, #REALizeYourAdventure, #ProvenOffRoad, and #AssembledInUSA.

Keysight Enables 20 Open RAN Solution Demonstrations for AI, Sustainability, Interoperability and Test Automation at O-RAN ALLIANCE Fall 2023 Global PlugFest

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Friday, December 15, 2023
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Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) showcased its open radio access network (Open RAN) solutions leadership at the O-RAN ALLIANCE Fall 2023 Global PlugFest, by demonstrating test solutions for the latest concepts, features and standards that are under development within the Open RAN industry.

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  • Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) showcased its open radio access network (Open RAN) solutions leadership at the O-RAN ALLIANCE Fall 2023 Global PlugFest, by demonstrating test solutions for the latest concepts, features and standards that are under development within the Open RAN industry.
  • As wireless networks move to virtualized, disaggregated Open RAN architectures, new test requirements are constantly emerging.
  • Keysight has continued working with its pioneering industry partners to develop and validate solutions for these latest test needs.
  • "This collaboration between a reputed test vendor's solution and OAI's open source FlexRIC over the E2 interface is what we found to be particularly enriching during this O-RAN Fall 2023 Global PlugFest.

Otsuka Pharmaceutical to Acquire Mindset Pharma

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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Under the terms and conditions of the Agreement, each Mindset shareholder will receive $0.75 in cash for each share of Mindset held.

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  • Under the terms and conditions of the Agreement, each Mindset shareholder will receive $0.75 in cash for each share of Mindset held.
  • Makoto Inoue, president and representative director of Otsuka, commented, "Otsuka Pharmaceutical has designated psychiatry and neurology as one of its top priority therapeutic areas and has been developing antipsychotic agents with clinical significance on a global basis.
  • James Lanthier, CEO of Mindset, said, "We are thrilled to announce this all-cash transaction with Otsuka as we believe it maximizes value and is a great outcome for all Mindset stakeholders.
  • We believe Otsuka is ideally positioned to maximize the value of the Mindset assets and IP portfolio to the future benefit of patients."

Yamaha Bicycles Joins Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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CYPRESS, Calif., Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Bicycles is joining the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) creating opportunities for mountain bike and cycling clubs, land managers, and stewardship groups to leverage Yamaha grants to fund trail and riding area access projects.

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  • CYPRESS, Calif., Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Bicycles is joining the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) creating opportunities for mountain bike and cycling clubs, land managers, and stewardship groups to leverage Yamaha grants to fund trail and riding area access projects.
  • “The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative is an inclusive program supporting like-minded nonprofit groups working at the community level on land access projects, and now it is a direct resource for cyclists and the cycling community,” said Drew Engelmann, National Sales and Marketing Manager at Yamaha Power Assist Bicycles.
  • “By joining the Outdoor Access Initiative, Yamaha Bicycles will have another powerful resource to support our stewardship efforts for e-bike and cycling communities.”
    The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative has been the powersports industry leader in delivering resources to support those on the front lines in protecting and creating access to land for motorized and outdoor recreation for the past 15 years.
  • Moving forward, as part of the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative, Yamaha Bicycles can have more direct impact on the ground by funding grass roots organizations doing work on trails and other riding areas.