Atlantic Council

Analysis of New Jersey Electricity and Energy Demand Requirements Makes Strong Case for Natural Gas Pipelines

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, N.J., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- An analysis of New Jersey energy demand and requirements shows that three out of four New Jersey households currently rely on natural gas for heating and 80 percent of New Jersey residents support the construction of natural gas pipelines that would significantly reduce overall emissions.

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  • SPRINGFIELD, N.J., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- An analysis of New Jersey energy demand and requirements shows that three out of four New Jersey households currently rely on natural gas for heating and 80 percent of New Jersey residents support the construction of natural gas pipelines that would significantly reduce overall emissions.
  • "Natural gas pipeline represent the safest, most dependable, and most environmentally-friendly method of transporting natural gas to prevent that scenario.
  • All demographics of New Jersey residents also support the construction of natural gas pipelines when faced with cost savings."
  • Nuclear, coal, oil and renewable energy cannot meet New Jersey's future energy demand in the same reliable, flexible, inexpensive and clean ways that natural gas can
    "Once again New Jersey residents have spoken and they overwhelmingly support natural gas as preferred energy source," said Ron Morano, AENJ Executive Director.

Central bank digital currency and monetary policy implementation

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

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    MeridianLink Announces 2024 MeridianLink LIVE! Keynote Speakers and Thought Leader Participation

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    Tuesday, March 26, 2024

    MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK), a leading provider of modern software platforms for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies, today announced the keynote speakers and thought leaders who will take the stage at MeridianLink LIVE!

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    • MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK), a leading provider of modern software platforms for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies, today announced the keynote speakers and thought leaders who will take the stage at MeridianLink LIVE!
    • His recent work includes helping clients improve their advanced-analytics programs, launch digital banks and data businesses, and create centralized analytics environments.
    • In his session, Larry will discuss the future of AI in banking with MeridianLink SVP of product, Ian Goldsmith.
    • Tech Humanist Kate O’Neill brings over 25 years of digital innovation expertise to the MeridianLink LIVE!

    Albedo Expands Strategic Advisory Board

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    Monday, March 11, 2024

    Albedo , the first company to offer aerial quality imagery from space - enabled by the new orbit frontier of VLEO (very low earth orbit) - today announced the expansion of its Strategic Advisory Board to include LTG Patrick O’Reilly, US Army (Ret) , and Rick Ambrose joining as members.

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    • Albedo , the first company to offer aerial quality imagery from space - enabled by the new orbit frontier of VLEO (very low earth orbit) - today announced the expansion of its Strategic Advisory Board to include LTG Patrick O’Reilly, US Army (Ret) , and Rick Ambrose joining as members.
    • LTG O’Reilly is fully embedded in the Shield Capital Venture Investments firm’s team in accordance with the L3Harris / Shield Capital strategic partnership.
    • “Albedo is making access to affordable, high-resolution, space imagery that will shape both the military and commercial markets,” said LTG O’Reilly.
    • In addition to his impressive achievements at Lockheed Martin, Rick served as the Chair of the Board at Sandia National Laboratories and United Launch Alliance (ULA); he currently serves as a director on the Textron Board of Directors.

    Motwani Jadeja Foundation Launches the Motwani Atlantic Council Delegation to India

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    Wednesday, February 21, 2024

    NEW DELHI, Feb 21, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - In a pioneering collaboration, the Motwani Jadeja Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the "Motwani Atlantic Council Delegation to India" in partnership with the esteemed Atlantic Council.

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    • NEW DELHI, Feb 21, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - In a pioneering collaboration, the Motwani Jadeja Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the "Motwani Atlantic Council Delegation to India" in partnership with the esteemed Atlantic Council.
    • The Motwani Atlantic Council Delegation to India is poised to play a pivotal role in the upcoming ninth edition of the Raisina Dialogue, a prestigious event jointly organized by the Ananta Centre and the Ministry of External Affairs, India.
    • "I am honored to lead the Motwani Atlantic Council Delegation to India, a platform that seeks to harness global leaders' collective expertise and passion towards shaping India's trajectory on the world stage.
    • Building upon the success of the Global India Dialogues launched by Asha Jadeja Motwani at Davos 2024, the Motwani Atlantic Council Delegation to India aims to translate the mission of fostering a deeper understanding of India's global aspirations and challenges into actionable initiatives.

    DesignRush Announces the Best Agencies To Outsource To in 2024

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    Thursday, February 8, 2024

    NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Deloitte cites that in 2022, businesses spent more than $700 billion on outsourcing. Companies particularly turn to IT, finance, marketing, retail, and design service providers. This trend highlights the critical role of outsourcing in driving operational success. By 2024, Statista projects the global market revenue for outsourcing to reach US$0.37 trillion.

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    • Catering to the growing demand, DesignRush reveals the top digital agencies businesses should consider outsourcing to this year.
    • NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Deloitte cites that in 2022, businesses spent more than $700 billion on outsourcing.
    • DesignRush , the B2B marketplace connecting businesses with professional agency partners, has selected the top agencies that deliver outstanding results across various fields.
    • Brands can explore the top outsourcing agencies by location, size, average hourly rate, and portfolio on DesignRush.

    The Dominican Republic: A close and reliable option for the semiconductor industry

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    Tuesday, January 30, 2024

    A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link.

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    • A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link.
    • The Dominican Republic, one of the main investment destinations in the region, offers a favorable environment for investments in the semiconductor industry and the microchip assembly, testing, and packaging (ATP) sector.
    • The DR is positioning itself as a nearby and reliable option for chip assembly, testing, and packaging, as there are few facilities in Latin America.
    • 25 leading electronics manufacturers in DR's FZs establish a robust foundation for advanced manufacturing, positioning the country for semiconductor ATP and PCB production.

    Domino Data Lab Lends AI Expertise to Atlantic Council's Commission on Software-Defined Warfare

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    Monday, January 22, 2024

    SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Domino Data Lab, provider of the leading Enterprise AI platform trusted by over 20% of the Fortune 100, today announced it has joined the Atlantic Council's newly-formed Commission on Software-Defined Warfare, where Domino President of Public Sector Joel Meyer will represent the company to help ensure the U.S. and its allies can effectively leverage software, particularly AI platforms at scale, to enhance defense capabilities.

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    • Domino's Enterprise AI and MLOps Platform helps government agencies integrate AI into their missions rapidly, safely, and cost-effectively.
    • Domino makes it easy for federal agencies to build, deploy, and manage AI at scale, on a unified platform without risking their AI intellectual property.
    • With Domino, agencies can improve collaboration and governance while establishing AI standards and best practices that accelerate their missions.
    • See our latest blog posts to learn more about Domino's capabilities to quickly, economically, and responsibly build and operate enterprise AI.

    U.S. Senate Unanimously Confirms Michelle Giuda, Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue CEO, as Member of Bipartisan Board to U.S. Agency for Global Media

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    Friday, December 15, 2023

    The Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue , the world’s preeminent nonprofit trusted technology accelerator, announced today that its CEO, Michelle Giuda , has been unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve on the newly formed bipartisan International Broadcasting Advisory Board (IBAB) of the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM).

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    • The Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue , the world’s preeminent nonprofit trusted technology accelerator, announced today that its CEO, Michelle Giuda , has been unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve on the newly formed bipartisan International Broadcasting Advisory Board (IBAB) of the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM).
    • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231215097475/en/
      Michelle Giuda, CEO Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue, unanimously confirmed by U.S. Senate to serve on bipartisan board to U.S. Agency for Global Media (Photo: Business Wire)
      “I am deeply honored to join the USAGM’s International Broadcasting Advisory Board,” said Giuda.
    • Prior to her role as the CEO of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue, Giuda was Executive Vice President of Geopolitical Strategy & Risk at global communications firm Weber Shandwick.
    • in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles, where she was an NCAA Champion and Team Captain of the UCLA Women’s Gymnastics Team.

    Retired Army General Joseph Votel Joins AeroVironment’s Board of Directors

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    Monday, December 4, 2023

    AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV) today announced that General Joseph L. Votel recently joined its Board of Directors, following his appointment as a Class III director at a meeting of AeroVironment’s Board on November 29.

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    • AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV) today announced that General Joseph L. Votel recently joined its Board of Directors, following his appointment as a Class III director at a meeting of AeroVironment’s Board on November 29.
    • The addition of General Votel brings the Board’s current composition to eight individuals, seven of whom (including Votel) are independent.
    • Following his retirement from military service, General Votel served as President & CEO of Business Executives for National Security (BENS), remains a member of the Defense Business Board and Council on Foreign Relations, and has advised multiple companies and venture funds.
    • General Votel graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1980 and earned master’s degrees from the U.S. Army Command and Staff College and the Army War College.