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Investing in the Electric Aircraft Revolution

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

According to research from MarketsandMarket s, the Electric Aircraft Market is set to achieve unprecedented growth, projecting a remarkable worth of $37.2 billion by 2030.

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  • According to research from MarketsandMarket s, the Electric Aircraft Market is set to achieve unprecedented growth, projecting a remarkable worth of $37.2 billion by 2030.
  • KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE American: KULR), betting on the electrification of everything, will play a key role in the safety of the electric aircraft future.
  • From startups like Eviation with their Alice aircraft to major players like Airbus and their E-Fan X project, the race is on to develop viable electric planes.
  • Some smaller electric aircraft are already taking to the skies for test flights ."

Iron Bow Joins Peraton in Supporting $2.8B Special Operations Forces IT Enterprise Contract

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Iron Bow Technologies , the next-generation technology solutions provider to government, commercial, and healthcare markets, today announced it has joined Peraton in the implementation of the $2.8 billion Special Operations Forces IT Enterprise Contract (SITEC) 3 Enterprise Operations & Maintenance (EOM) task order.

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  • Iron Bow Technologies , the next-generation technology solutions provider to government, commercial, and healthcare markets, today announced it has joined Peraton in the implementation of the $2.8 billion Special Operations Forces IT Enterprise Contract (SITEC) 3 Enterprise Operations & Maintenance (EOM) task order.
  • This task order aims to deliver advanced IT solutions and network services to the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), its Component Commands, Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), deployed forces, CIO/J6, and end-users over an eight-year duration.
  • “Special Operations Forces play a vital role in safeguarding US national security, navigating some of the world’s most demanding environments,” said Rob Watson, Vice President, Sales (Air Force, Navy, and Marines), Iron Bow Technologies.
  • “We’re honored to bring a world-class team of innovators, like Iron Bow, on board to support the USSOCOM mission,” said Tarik Reyes, President, Defense Mission and Health Solutions sector, Peraton.

Verkada Establishes Federal Advisory Board, Continues to Build on Offerings for Government Customers

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

SAN MATEO, Calif., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-based physical security solutions, today announced the appointment of four leaders to its newly formed Federal Advisory Board. The board, which brings together experts with extensive experience across the public sector, will provide counsel to Verkada as it continues to expand its product offering for the Federal Government. Board members include: Kiersten Todt, former Chief of Staff of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA); Vice Admiral Timothy Szymanski (Retired), former Deputy Commander of United States Special Operations Command; Dan Mathews, former Commissioner of the US Public Buildings Service; and Robert Efrus, Founder and CEO of federal consulting firm, Efrus Federal Advisors LLC.

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  • The board, which brings together experts with extensive experience across the public sector, will provide counsel to Verkada as it continues to expand its product offering for the Federal Government.
  • Today, Verkada offers Federal Government-Grade models that are FIPS 140-2 validated, and, earlier this month, announced FIPS cameras, and visitor management solution Verkada Guest, are supported in AWS GovCloud .
  • "Our approach to building has always been first to deeply understand the needs of our customers," said Filip Kaliszan, Co-Founder and CEO at Verkada.
  • "Our new Federal Advisory Board is critical to helping us continue to do that in a thoughtful way when it comes to engineering our products for the evolving needs of federal customers."

Dedrone Dominates Defense Sector in 2023, Closing 16 Major Defense Contracts Globally, Tripling Revenue and Deepening Work with US Defense Innovation Unit

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Finally, Brigadier General James Bienlien (US Army, retired) has joined the company as Vice President of Defense.

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  • Finally, Brigadier General James Bienlien (US Army, retired) has joined the company as Vice President of Defense.
  • As counterdrone capabilities rise to a priority need in warfare, Dedrone is deepening its relationships with defense departments globally, including the United States Department of Defense’s (DoD) Defense Innovation Unit (DIU).
  • “Drones now play a crucial role in every modern conflict, and the war in Ukraine has shown that fast development cycles are key to a strong defense.
  • This capability has led to our continued success in working with national defense organizations globally,” said Rob Campbell, General Manager of Dedrone Defense.

PDW Awarded $6.9M Contract by USSOCOM for Blackwave Next-Generation UAS Communications

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PDW, creator of the world's most mission-versatile small unmanned aerial system (sUAS), today announced that it was awarded a $6.9M contract from the Special Operations Forces Acquisitions, Technology and Logistics (SOF AT&L) office for delivery of Blackwave, a next-generation radio system specifically designed to overcome contested and congested RF environments.

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  • Blackwave is a secure, digital link that is resistant to intentional and unintentional interference.
  • This system permits critical communications and the operation of small robotics in highly contested environments.
  • Previously tested and challenged by the Joint Vulnerability Assessment Branch (JVAB), Blackwave has been proven to be a durable, tactical wireless link.
  • The partnership between PDW and USSOCOM furthers their commitments to military innovation by solving problems in an evolving battlefield and arming the future warfighter with state-of-the-art technology.

USSOCOM Awards OTA Agreement to Beacon AI to Improve Aircraft Routing and Safety

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Beacon AI, an artificial intelligence aviation technology company, was awarded a Phase 2 prototype Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreement from U.S. Special Operations Command to enhance their AI copilot assistant to optimize aircraft operations and improve aircraft route selection.

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  • MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Beacon AI, an artificial intelligence aviation technology company, was awarded a Phase 2 prototype Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreement from U.S. Special Operations Command to enhance their AI copilot assistant to optimize aircraft operations and improve aircraft route selection.
  • Beacon AI has made significant strides in the field of artificial intelligence for aviation.
  • They have developed an AI copilot system to enhance flight safety and efficiency, effectively building a real-world `R2-D2` assistant to aid pilots.
  • The partnership between USSOCOM and Beacon AI underscores an alignment and commitment to boost mission success, aircraft safety, and operational productivity through advanced technology integration into military operations.

Fuse Continues Double-Digit Growth Trajectory with Record-High Revenue in 2023

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fuse Integration , a warfighter-focused engineering and design firm, today announced record-high revenue for 2023, continuing its double-digit growth trajectory.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fuse Integration , a warfighter-focused engineering and design firm, today announced record-high revenue for 2023, continuing its double-digit growth trajectory.
  • “2023 was a pivotal year for Fuse.
  • We added exceptional executive talent, continued warfighter-focused innovation and strengthened production and delivery to our defense customers,” said Sumner Lee , Fuse CEO.
  • To align the company for efficiency and productivity, Fuse hired defense technology growth executive Scott Rosebush as President to oversee the company’s operations.

Fuse Continues Double-Digit Growth Trajectory with Record-High Revenue in 2023

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fuse Integration , a warfighter-focused engineering and design firm, today announced record-high revenue for 2023, continuing its double-digit growth trajectory.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fuse Integration , a warfighter-focused engineering and design firm, today announced record-high revenue for 2023, continuing its double-digit growth trajectory.
  • “2023 was a pivotal year for Fuse.
  • We added exceptional executive talent, continued warfighter-focused innovation and strengthened production and delivery to our defense customers,” said Sumner Lee , Fuse CEO.
  • To align the company for efficiency and productivity, Fuse hired defense technology growth executive Scott Rosebush as President to oversee the company’s operations.

Epazz Holdings: ZenaDrone, Inc. Signs Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with US Naval Research Laboratory

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

CHICAGO, IL, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire - Epazz, Inc. (OTC Pink: EPAZ), a mission-critical provider of drone technology, blockchain mobile apps, and cloud-based business software solutions, has announced today that its holdings company ZenaDrone, Inc., a company known for its patented multispectral imaging sensor and vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drone technology, has signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the US Naval Research Laboratory (USNRL), focused on advancing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) technology.

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  • The agreement will enable the testing of ZenaDrone 1000 with US Navy operations.
  • ZenaDrone's innovative VTOL drone technology has distinguished itself by delivering extended flight times with heavy payloads using its patented technology.
  • It is a crucial instrument for aligning ZenaDrone's objectives with the cutting-edge research and development programs at the US Naval Research Laboratory.
  • This year, the ZD1000 will greatly improve as it integrates with military technology," stated Shaun Passley, Ph.D., CEO of Epazz Inc.

Global Leaders Join Hypori’s Strategic Executive Board of Advisors

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

Hypori , the leading cybersecurity SaaS provider enabling bring-your-own-device (BYOD) capability and zero-trust access via any mobile device, proudly announces the establishment of its Executive Board of Advisors, comprised of distinguished leaders with extensive experience across various domains.

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  • Hypori , the leading cybersecurity SaaS provider enabling bring-your-own-device (BYOD) capability and zero-trust access via any mobile device, proudly announces the establishment of its Executive Board of Advisors, comprised of distinguished leaders with extensive experience across various domains.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240125822885/en/
    Global Leaders Join Hypori Executive Board of Advisors (Graphic: Business Wire)
    The esteemed members of the Hypori Executive Board of Advisors include:
    General (Retired) Richard D. Clarke - His General Officer Assignments include, the 12th Commander of US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), the Director of Strategy, Plans and Policy (J5) on the Joint Staff, Commander of 82nd Airborne Division, and Commandant of Cadets at West Point.
  • Jared Shepard, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder of Hypori, conveyed his gratitude for the dedication of these distinguished individuals who have agreed to serve on the Board of Advisors.
  • "I cannot overstate how proud and privileged we are to welcome General (Retired) Richard Clarke, Honorable Dana Deasy, and Honorable James 'Hondo' Geurts, to our Executive Board of Advisors,” said Jared Shepard.