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Binary Defense Launches “ARC Labs,” a New Threat Research Unit Focused on Proactive Cyber Threat Intelligence

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Binary Defense , the trusted Managed Detection and Response (“MDR”) and enterprise defense provider, today announced the launch of ARC Labs , a new threat research group utilizing Binary Defense’s unique attacker’s mindset in threat intelligence, threat hunting and detection engineering to proactively identify the top emerging cyber threats.

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  • Binary Defense , the trusted Managed Detection and Response (“MDR”) and enterprise defense provider, today announced the launch of ARC Labs , a new threat research group utilizing Binary Defense’s unique attacker’s mindset in threat intelligence, threat hunting and detection engineering to proactively identify the top emerging cyber threats.
  • ARC Labs serves as the nexus of advanced research, data analysis and content creation, aimed at empowering security professionals, enhancing Binary Defense capabilities and advancing industry collaboration.
  • Dwyer will also oversee Binary Defense’s broader research efforts, intelligence sharing and public disclosures, while coordinating with the company’s Threat Hunting, Threat Intelligence and Counterintelligence teams.
  • Binary Defense is also the Trusted Cybersecurity Partner of the Cleveland Browns and partners with PGA TOUR players.

Telechips Invests in Boston-Based Radar Company, Aura Intelligent Systems to Set Sights on Autonomous Driving Market

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Telechips (KOSDAQ:054450), led by CEO Jangkyu Lee, is looking to increase its presence in the advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) semiconductor market through investment in a digital imaging radar (RADAR) company.

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  • Telechips (KOSDAQ:054450), led by CEO Jangkyu Lee, is looking to increase its presence in the advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) semiconductor market through investment in a digital imaging radar (RADAR) company.
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    On March 19th, 2024, Telechips announced its agreement to invest an undisclosed amount in Aura Intelligent Systems (“AURA”), a radar technology solution development firm based in Boston, USA.
  • Telechips joins existing investors including a semiconductor legend Ray Stata (Founder of ADI), Activate Global, and GigaScale Capital.
  • AURA specializes in next-generation radar technologies for Autonomous Driving.

Forge Institute's Commitment to Military Veterans Earns National Recognition from the U.S Department of Labor

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Monday, November 13, 2023

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forge Institute, a leading national provider of cybersecurity training and workforce development solutions, has been recognized with the prestigious 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award Platinum Level from the U.S. Department of Labor. This distinguished honor acknowledges Forge Institute's exceptional commitment to recruiting, upskilling, and employing veterans.

Key Points: 
  • This distinguished honor acknowledges Forge Institute's exceptional commitment to recruiting, upskilling, and employing veterans.
  • Forge Institute has been recognized with the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award Platinum Level from the US Dept.
  • By meeting the rigorous criteria for the Platinum Medallion Award, Forge Institute has demonstrated its unwavering support for veterans and their unique skills and experiences.
  • "This recognition affirms our unwavering commitment to empowering veterans to thrive in the civilian workforce."

MIRDC's R&D Innovation Continues to Expand

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Friday, October 13, 2023

MIRDC's technology stood out amongst thousands of technological entries from around the globe to secure the award.

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  • MIRDC's technology stood out amongst thousands of technological entries from around the globe to secure the award.
  • This recognition is not only a testament to MIRDC's competence in R&D and innovation, but also further cements Taiwan's international position and reputation in the realm of industrial science and technology.
  • "The award-winning technology is the 'Electrochemical Machining System for Intelligent Electrode with Three-Dimensional Variable Curvature (EMS)'," stated MIRDC president Yung-Hsiang Lai.
  • Particularly in diverse product manufacturing and application scenarios, the center is at the forefront of R&D innovation.

Together, the All-in-One AI Health Assistant, Improves Care for Aging Americans With Voice-Based Mental Health Detection Feature

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Together , the leading AI-based health assistant, today unveiled its latest groundbreaking feature: Mental Vitals, an innovative mental health detection tool designed to screen for symptoms of depression and anxiety through voice analysis.

Key Points: 
  • Together , the leading AI-based health assistant, today unveiled its latest groundbreaking feature: Mental Vitals, an innovative mental health detection tool designed to screen for symptoms of depression and anxiety through voice analysis.
  • "Our mission with Together is to unify every aspect of health care, from vitals monitoring to mental health detection, into one intuitive platform," said Dr. Renee Dua, founder and chief product officer of Together.
  • According to a Mental Health America 2023 survey report , 54% of adults with a mental illness did not receive treatment.
  • By combining mental health detection, vital measurement, and routine health management, Together can be uniquely effective as an AI-driven patient-centric care coordination and whole-person health platform.

Sequoia Capital Partners with Mach Industries to Revolutionize Defense Technology for the United States

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Friday, June 16, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mach Industries, a hardware defense technology company, announced today that it has raised $5.7M in a round led by Sequoia Capital and with participation from Marque VC and Champion Hill Ventures. This represents Sequoia's first investment in a hardware defense technology company, adding to the firm's history of partnering with companies that support US national security interests. The money will be used by Mach to bolster its product development and to continue hiring top talent.

Key Points: 
  • The money will be used by Mach to bolster its product development and to continue hiring top talent.
  • Founded by Ethan Thornton, Mach Industries is spearheading a hardware-first approach to defense with cutting-edge hydrogen creation and combustion techniques.
  • Defense technology is central to our safety and security, and Mach is a step-function advancement to the state of the industry."
  • Today's funding milestone brings Mach Industries one step closer on its journey to equip the United States and its allies with cutting-edge technology to effectively combat in peer-to-peer conflicts.

Dr. Douglas Carlson Announces Plans to Retire

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTSI) (“MACOM"), a leading supplier of semiconductor products, today announced Dr. Douglas Carlson, Senior Vice President, Technology, plans to retire at the beginning of MACOM’s next fiscal year.

Key Points: 
  • MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTSI) (“MACOM"), a leading supplier of semiconductor products, today announced Dr. Douglas Carlson, Senior Vice President, Technology, plans to retire at the beginning of MACOM’s next fiscal year.
  • Dr. Carlson and the management team will work closely to ensure a smooth transition.
  • “I would like to acknowledge Dr. Douglas Carlson’s contributions to MACOM,” said Stephen G. Daly, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Dr. Carlson holds a ScB in Electronic Materials from Brown University and a ScD in Electronic Materials from MIT.

Rocket Lab Sets Date for Second NASA TROPICS Launch to Deploy Storm Monitoring Constellation

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Monday, May 15, 2023

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a leading launch and space systems company, is preparing for the second of two dedicated Electron launches to deploy a constellation of storm monitoring satellites for NASA.

Key Points: 
  • Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a leading launch and space systems company, is preparing for the second of two dedicated Electron launches to deploy a constellation of storm monitoring satellites for NASA.
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    Electron lifts off from Launch Complex 1 for the 'Rocket Like a Hurricane' launch to deploy satellites for NASA's TROPICS constellation.
  • The launch follows on from the successful ‘Rocket Like a Hurricane’ Electron launch on May 8th 2023, which deployed the first two CubeSats of NASA’s TROPICS constellation.
  • The ‘Coming To A Storm Near You’ launch will deploy the final two TROPICS CubeSats, completing the constellation.

Another Record: Terran Orbital-Developed PTD-3 Enables 200 Gigabits per Second Space-to-Ground Optical Link

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Friday, May 12, 2023

Terran Orbital Corporation (NYSE: LLAP ), (“Terran Orbital” or “the Company”), a global leader in satellite-based solutions primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries, today announced the Terran Orbital-developed Pathfinder Technology Demonstrator 3 (PTD-3) satellite enabled a successful 200 gigabits per second space-to-ground optical link.

Key Points: 
  • Terran Orbital Corporation (NYSE: LLAP ), (“Terran Orbital” or “the Company”), a global leader in satellite-based solutions primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries, today announced the Terran Orbital-developed Pathfinder Technology Demonstrator 3 (PTD-3) satellite enabled a successful 200 gigabits per second space-to-ground optical link.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230512005082/en/
    Terran Orbital-Developed PTD-3 Enables 200 Gigabits per Second Space-to-Ground Optical Link (Image Credit: NASA)
    With a transmission rate of multiple orders of magnitude faster than current state-of-the-art satellite communications, this technology enables spacecraft to downlink several terabytes of data to the ground in a single ground station pass.
  • The 200 gigabits per second space-to-ground optical link broke this record.
  • “The completion of the 200 gigabits per second link is both monumental and record-breaking,” said Terran Orbital Co-Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer Marc Bell.

NTT Research Co-Authored Publication Demonstrates Optically Accelerated Edge Computing

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

The project has enjoyed support from NTT Research, which announced a five-year joint research agreement with MIT in November 2019 that included the goal of developing photonic accelerators for deep learning.

Key Points: 
  • The project has enjoyed support from NTT Research, which announced a five-year joint research agreement with MIT in November 2019 that included the goal of developing photonic accelerators for deep learning.
  • Corresponding author Alexander Sludds discussed Netcast at Coherent Network Computing (CNC) 2022 , an NTT Research-organized conference that took place October 24–26 at Stanford University.
  • The NASA Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley and 1QBit , a private quantum computing software company, have also entered joint research agreements with the PHI Lab.
  • In March 2022, NTT Research joined the MIT AI Hardware program as an inaugural industrial member.