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Planet Reports Financial Results for Second Quarter of Fiscal 2024

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Second quarter gross margin was 49%, compared to 48% in the second quarter of fiscal year 2023.

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  • Second quarter gross margin was 49%, compared to 48% in the second quarter of fiscal year 2023.
  • Second quarter Non-GAAP Gross Margin(1) was 52%, compared to 52% in the second quarter of fiscal year 2023.
  • (1) Please see “Planet’s Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below for a discussion on how Planet calculates the non-GAAP financial measures presented herein.
  • The actual amount of these expenses during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 and fiscal year 2024 will have a significant impact on Planet’s future GAAP financial results.

Jose Hidalgo Named President of FTI as Company Rises to Solve New Challenges in Defense Industry

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Frontier Technology Inc., a leading provider of mission-tailored technology, deep data expertise and services for the U.S. Department of Defense, Intelligence Community and other agencies of the Federal Government, today announced the promotion of Jose Hidalgo to president.

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  • Frontier Technology Inc., a leading provider of mission-tailored technology, deep data expertise and services for the U.S. Department of Defense, Intelligence Community and other agencies of the Federal Government, today announced the promotion of Jose Hidalgo to president.
  • After five years driving growth as FTI’s CFO, Jose now assumes full responsibility for day-to-day operations.
  • “I am lucky to work with such a great group of people at FTI who are all 100% behind the men and women safeguarding our nation every day,” said Jose.
  • The defense industry is always evolving, and FTI will always be ready to meet the moment.”

SAIC Announces Appointment of New Board Member

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC ) today announced the appointment of veteran government and private sector Global Chief Information Officer Dana Deasy to its Board of Directors, bringing the board’s total membership to eleven.

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  • Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC ) today announced the appointment of veteran government and private sector Global Chief Information Officer Dana Deasy to its Board of Directors, bringing the board’s total membership to eleven.
  • “We are delighted to have Dana Deasy join our Board of Directors,” said Donna Morea, SAIC Board Chair.
  • SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation’s technology transformation.
  • SAIC also disclaims any duty to comment upon or correct information that may be contained in reports published by investment analysts or others.

With Hurricane Season at Its Peak, the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program Stands Ready to Pay Farmers for Flood-Prone Lands

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With hurricane season at full peak and increased flooding possible, the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) today announced that it stands ready to pay farmers and landowners for eligible flood-prone lands.

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  • With hurricane season at full peak and increased flooding possible, the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) today announced that it stands ready to pay farmers and landowners for eligible flood-prone lands.
  • CREP, a program administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), pays farmers to retire and restore land that erodes easily or floods often.
  • CREP is designed to improve water quality, benefit wildlife through habitat development, and reward participants for doing their part to help the environment.
  • By enrolling less-productive or more trouble-prone land in CREP, farmers can focus their efforts on their most productive land.

IperionX to Produce Titanium Plate for U.S. Army Testing

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This agreement will focus on the metal characterization and ballistic testing properties of IperionX’s high-strength titanium plate components.

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  • This agreement will focus on the metal characterization and ballistic testing properties of IperionX’s high-strength titanium plate components.
  • The United States has very limited domestic primary titanium metal (titanium sponge) capacity and currently imports over 95% of the titanium sponge required for the U.S. defense sector.
  • IperionX plans to re-shore a fully integrated titanium supply chain to the U.S., reduce the acute reliance on titanium imports from foreign nations, and strengthen the domestic titanium supply chain for critical defence systems.
  • The potential to produce titanium plate, with all of its capabilities, that is cost-competitive with aluminium and steel only helps us improve the operational performance and readiness of Army ground systems.”
    “We are honored to collaborate with DEVCOM GVSC to evaluate our titanium products for U.S. Army ground vehicles.

OZ Digital Consulting Takes Lead in Azure Cloud Ops with New SVP Hire

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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"For more than a quarter century, OZ has been about innovating from our core principles," OZ CEO Amjad Shamim says.

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  • "For more than a quarter century, OZ has been about innovating from our core principles," OZ CEO Amjad Shamim says.
  • "Which is to say, we evolve constantly, focus on outcome, and pursue and celebrate success as a team.
  • In his new role as SVP, Azure Leader, Milgram will, in partnership with the OZ R&D team, establish the Azure Technical Architecture vision, defining architectural standards and collaborate with technology practices to deliver cutting-edge solutions for clients, alongside an Azure Cloud Operations technology practice.
  • "I first met OZ Founder and CEO Amjad Shamim fifteen years ago while we both were speaking at the same conference," Milgram says.

Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs Awarded Grant From NIST to Develop Nation's Manufacturing Workforce

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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"NBT is poised for transformational growth over the next three years as the NIST award will fund NBT's mission to inspire, encourage, and support the next generation of manufacturing workers.

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  • "NBT is poised for transformational growth over the next three years as the NIST award will fund NBT's mission to inspire, encourage, and support the next generation of manufacturing workers.
  • We are incredibly honored to receive this award, knowing that NIST has entrusted us to continue our good work of building the manufacturing workforce for the future," said Ed Youdell, president and CEO.
  • NIST is also home to the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), a federal program dedicated to enhancing the productivity and technological performance of U.S. manufacturing.
  • Counting participants from all programs combined, the NIST grant will allow NBT to reach an estimated 1,000 additional future manufacturers in the first year alone.

LiTHOS' WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARY AQUEOUS RECEIVED DEFINITIVE US$1.3 MILLION FUNDING AWARD FROM THE DOE AND COMMENCES FOLLOW-ON DOE APPLICATION FOR UP TO US$30 MILLION TO FUND CRIMSON TIDE LITHIUM HYDRIOXIDE FACILITY

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Aqueous has pre-qualified and commenced application for up to US$30 Million follow-on award under area of interest 1B Phase II from the DOE funding opportunity announced on September 6, 2023.

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  • Aqueous has pre-qualified and commenced application for up to US$30 Million follow-on award under area of interest 1B Phase II from the DOE funding opportunity announced on September 6, 2023.
  • This directly aligns with vision and goals of the previously announced Crimson Tide Facility.
  • The 'Crimson Tide' Hydroxide facility will selectively pre-treat raw continental brines, concentrate lithium chloride with DLE, and upgrade the concentrate into a final battery grade product of lithium hydroxide monohydrate.
  • Aqueous has pre-qualified and registered with the DOE for this funding opportunity well before the deadline of November 10, 2023.

EXPLR ANNOUNCES FIRST-EVER NATIONAL STEM CHALLENGE

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NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, EXPLR announces the 2024 National STEM Challenge, a first-ever nationwide initiative to foster creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for STEM subjects among middle and high school students. The Challenge invites students in grades 6-12 from across the U.S. and its territories to conceive and submit STEM innovations, inventions, and research.

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  • Top-scoring participants will be recognized at the National STEM Festival in Washington, D.C., co-presented by the U.S. Department of Education and EXPLR.
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, EXPLR announces the 2024 National STEM Challenge, a first-ever nationwide initiative to foster creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for STEM subjects among middle and high school students.
  • The Challenge invites students in grades 6-12 from across the U.S. and its territories to conceive and submit STEM innovations, inventions, and research.
  • EXPLR is collaborating with schools, educational institutions, student-serving organizations, STEM communicators, and businesses on local, state, and national levels to engage students nationwide and encourage participation in this challenge, especially among students historically underrepresented in STEM.

Introducing Solarcore®, a Thermal Solutions Company that Leverages NASA-inspired Aerogel

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PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Solarcore® officially launches as a standalone materials technology brand, leveraging the thermal properties of NASA-licensed Aerogel, the world's lowest thermally conductive solid, to revolutionize insulation for a multitude of applications – from structures and packaging to cold weather apparel and footwear. By combining cutting-edge technology with innovative design, Solarcore sets new benchmarks for thermal efficiency, along with being durable, versatile and applicable across various product categories. 

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  • By combining cutting-edge technology with innovative design, Solarcore sets new benchmarks for thermal efficiency, along with being durable, versatile and applicable across various product categories.
  • The integration of NASA-inspired Aerogel into Solarcore material's DNA is a testament to our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in thermal solutions."
  • added Rithvik Venna, co-founder and COO at Oros Labs, parent company of Solarcore.
  • This body-mapping allowed Oros to optimize its unique thermal advantages and retain its ground-breaking warming properties, while also increasing mobility and performance.