U.S. Department of Defense Strategy for Operating in Cyberspace

iDirect Government Debuts REVOLUTION® 450mp Multi-Waveform, Multi-Orbit SDR Modem with Enhanced Security, Resiliency and Mobility

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

The 450mp is the first 4-Series SDR, introduced with the new Evolution Defense 4.6 software.

Key Points: 
  • The 450mp is the first 4-Series SDR, introduced with the new Evolution Defense 4.6 software.
  • The high-performance and secure satellite modem expands resiliency for users at the tactical edge and provides flexibility for ever-evolving missions.
  • The 4-Series SDR modem is designed to meet government standards, namely the Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-2 Level 3 and Wideband Global SATCOM.
  • “The REVOLUTION 450mp SDR focuses on security, resiliency and mobility—the crucial foundations of iDirectGov’s Defense platform,” said Tim Winter, president of iDirect Government.

Community Bank of the Bay Expands its Reach with New San Jose Branch After Nearly Three Decades in Business

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Monday, October 30, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After nearly three decades of serving the community, Community Bank of the Bay (CBB) has opened a new branch in downtown San Jose.

Key Points: 
  • SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After nearly three decades of serving the community, Community Bank of the Bay (CBB) has opened a new branch in downtown San Jose.
  • "With a legacy spanning nearly three decades, CBB has remained dedicated to delivering banking solutions for businesses, with a special focus on underserved communities.
  • “I am excited to be part of establishing a full-service branch to serve the South Bay community that I call home.
  • After working in the banking industry in San Jose for 30 years, I am confident that CBB will be a catalyst for growth to South Bay businesses and nonprofits,” says Terrizzano.

HOPE GAS AND WATT FUEL CELL TO OFFER CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY TO RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS IN WEST VIRGINIA AS PART OF THE LOCAL APPALACHIAN REGIONAL CLEAN HYDROGEN HUB PROJECT

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Monday, October 30, 2023

As part of this project, Hope will work with WATT Fuel Cell (WATT) to provide fuel cells to residential customers in West Virginia.

Key Points: 
  • As part of this project, Hope will work with WATT Fuel Cell (WATT) to provide fuel cells to residential customers in West Virginia.
  • Hope Gas is working with WATT Fuel Cell to begin introducing state-of-the-art, reliable, clean energy technology to residents beginning in 2024.
  • Hope will provide fuel cells to West Virginian homes starting in 2024 and ramping up over the next three years.
  • A WATT fuel cell is being installed at the Hope Gas headquarters in Morgantown, West Virginia.

SBA Announces Boots to Business Instructors of the Year to Recognize Those Who Help Set Up Veteran-Owned Small Businesses for Success

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Monday, October 30, 2023

SBA representatives and its partner networks receive feedback about Boots to Business instructors throughout the year and honor those who passionately serve the veteran-owned business community with this award.

Key Points: 
  • SBA representatives and its partner networks receive feedback about Boots to Business instructors throughout the year and honor those who passionately serve the veteran-owned business community with this award.
  • Ryan Del Gallo, 2023 SBDC Boots to Business Instructor of the Year, Maryland Small Business Development Center.
  • Lori Hiramatsu, 2023 VBOC Boots to Business Instructor of the Year, Veterans Business Outreach Center of the Pacific.
  • “We are delighted to highlight the achievements of our Boots to Business instructors during National Veterans Small Business Week.

Qylur Awarded US Air Force AFWERX Phase II SBIR Contract for Mission Adaptive AI for Networks of Autonomous Systems

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Qylur announces it has been selected by AFWERX for a Direct-to-Phase II contract in the amount of $1.2 million focused on the SNIM® (Social Network of Intelligent Machines) AI platform to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of the Air Force (DAF).

Key Points: 
  • Qylur announces it has been selected by AFWERX for a Direct-to-Phase II contract in the amount of $1.2 million focused on the SNIM® (Social Network of Intelligent Machines) AI platform to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of the Air Force (DAF).
  • The Air Force Research Laboratory and AFWERX have partnered to streamline the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) process by accelerating the small business experience through faster proposal to award timelines, changing the pool of potential applicants by expanding opportunities to small business and eliminating bureaucratic overhead by continually implementing process improvement changes in contract execution.
  • “Qylur’s patented approach to managing networks of intelligent machines at scale addresses a core challenge to deploying and maintaining critical AI models in devices like drones, UAVs and ground systems,” said Dr. Lisa Dolev, CEO, Qylur.
  • “We’re eager to apply our more than 15 years’ experience in deploying operational AI quickly and safely under changing mission conditions to applications that support our nation’s defense.

Avnos launches the World’s first Hybrid Direct Air Capture system in partnership with Southern California Gas Company

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Avnos, Inc. (Avnos), the Los Angeles-based company developing the novel Hybrid Direct Air Capture (HDAC™) technology for carbon dioxide removal, today began its first operational commercial pilot project in Bakersfield, California.

Key Points: 
  • Avnos, Inc. (Avnos), the Los Angeles-based company developing the novel Hybrid Direct Air Capture (HDAC™) technology for carbon dioxide removal, today began its first operational commercial pilot project in Bakersfield, California.
  • Developed in partnership with Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and with funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the HDAC pilot delivers the world’s first water-positive Direct Air Capture (DAC) solution.
  • As a result, Avnos opens the geographic and climatic operating range for DAC to many more regions around the globe.
  • The Bakersfield pilot will capture approximately 30 tons of atmospheric carbon dioxide and produce 150 tons of water per year.

Gathering of Military and Defense Industry Focused on “Installation Innovation”

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Pictured is the Corvias team at the Association of Defense Installation Innovation Forum in Orlando.

Key Points: 
  • Pictured is the Corvias team at the Association of Defense Installation Innovation Forum in Orlando.
  • The dialogue will provide an inside view into each company’s distinctive journeys using innovation and robotic construction technology to advance military housing communities, and support DOD goals, while confronting today’s military housing challenges.
  • “Corvias values the opportunity to convene with our military and industry partners and peers to share new innovations and industry insights that will continue to improve quality of life on installations and help further the DOD’s goals,” said Wilson.
  • To learn how Corvias is planning for the future of military housing or to meet with the Corvias team at ADC, click here .

New York State Supreme Court Justice Esther “Micky” Morgenstern to Join Oaktree Solutions’ Litigation Support Practice

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Friday, November 3, 2023

Global public affairs strategy firm Oaktree Solutions today announced the addition of outgoing New York State Supreme Court Justice Esther “Micky” Morgenstern to their dynamic and fast-growing team.

Key Points: 
  • Global public affairs strategy firm Oaktree Solutions today announced the addition of outgoing New York State Supreme Court Justice Esther “Micky” Morgenstern to their dynamic and fast-growing team.
  • Morgenstern, who earlier announced her retirement from the bench effective at the end of December 2023, will be Managing Director of Oaktree’s litigation support practice to provide strategic advice to clients with complex legal situations.
  • Morgenstern was the architect of the protocol for Best Practices in the problem solving Integrated Domestic Violence (IDV) Courts.
  • Morgenstern’s Best Practices were instituted statewide in all 62 counties of New York State.

ALLETE, Inc. reports third quarter earnings of $1.49 per share; raises full-year 2023 earnings guidance to a range of $4.30 to $4.40 per share reflecting increased earnings from ALLETE Clean Energy

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

ALLETE, Inc. (NYSE: ALE) today reported third quarter 2023 earnings of $1.49 per share on net income of $85.9 million.

Key Points: 
  • ALLETE, Inc. (NYSE: ALE) today reported third quarter 2023 earnings of $1.49 per share on net income of $85.9 million.
  • Last year’s third quarter results were 59 cents per share on net income of $33.7 million.
  • “Our regulated operations results were lower in the quarter, reflecting timing of interim rate reserves in 2023 compared to 2022.
  • Third quarter net income in 2023 reflects increased income tax expense, partially offset by earnings from Minnesota solar projects.

Athian and Elanco Animal Health Team Up to Transform Food Production through Methane Reduction

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231102251225/en/
    Athian is verifying its first farms and creating, certifying and selling carbon credits within the dairy value chain.
  • “As a leader in animal health, we’ve focused first on delivering enteric methane reduction solutions to producers.
  • Athian and Elanco are participating in the Reuters Transform Food USA 2023 event on Thursday, November 2, 2023, to speak more about this transformation.
  • Enteric methane reduction carbon credits are now available for purchase through Athian’s insetting carbon marketplace.