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MCLEAN, Va., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CoVar, a leading developer of AI and machine learning solutions for the Department of Defense, has been awarded a multi-year contract with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to support the Autonomy Standards and Ideals with Military Operational Values (ASIMOV) program. The goal of the program is to establish a framework that quantitatively measures the ethical readiness of autonomous systems, a crucial step as these systems gain widespread adoption across military and civilian sectors. DARPA recognizes that as autonomy and AI become increasingly integrated into complex decision-making roles, it is essential to measure and validate…

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HITRUST e1 Certification validates Array Behavioral Care is committed to foundational cybersecurity controls and information risk management. MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Array Behavioral Care, the nation’s leading virtual psychiatry and therapy practice providing quality mental health services across the continuum of care, today announced its integrated clinical systems have earned certified status by HITRUST for foundational cybersecurity. HITRUST e1 Certification demonstrates that Array is focused on the most critical controls to demonstrate that essential cybersecurity hygiene is in place. The e1 assessment is one of three progressive HITRUST assessments that leverage the HITRUST Framework (HITRUST CSF) to prescribe cyber…

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Forge Institute is proud to announce the launch of the Phoenix Xcelerator, a pioneering program designed to empower & grow startups across the defense and aerospace sectors. Through structured programming—including a rigorous high-quality curriculum, personalized mentorship, and coaching—the Phoenix Xcelerator advances industry-informed and mission-led innovation. The program is funded in-part through a grant from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC). Why Arkansas? Forge Institute announces the launch of Phoenix Xcelerator, a pioneering program designed to empower defense startups.Post this Arkansas is home to over 178 aerospace and defense companies employing more than 10,900 people. Reports from federal…

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LONDON, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — iStorage, a leading innovator in hardware-encrypted data storage and cloud security solutions, proudly announces that it is the world’s first and only company to achieve the prestigious FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validation for two encrypted USB flash drives. This milestone certification has been awarded to the iStorage datAshur PRO+C and datAshur PRO+A drives. The FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validation represents a significant advancement in cryptographic security standards. This level of validation includes stringent requirements for tamper-resistance, cryptographic key management, and physical security. It ensures that cryptographic modules can withstand sophisticated attacks while protecting sensitive data. Building on the foundation…

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SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Korea Startup Forum (KSF, Chairman Sangwoo Han) announced that COMEUP 2024, held on December 11 and 12 at COEX in Seoul, successfully concluded. The event welcomed startups, investors, global corporations, aspiring entrepreneurs, and the general public from 45 countries, establishing its international reputation. Approximately 260 startups from 45 countries participated, with over half being international companies. National pavilions from the UAE, India, Japan, and Sweden showcased technologies, while 120 startups from 21 countries, including Germany, Austria, Sweden, and South Africa, engaged in pitching sessions, exhibitions, and networking events. Organizations like the International Trade Center (ITC) and the Africa Development Bank (AfDB) also participated. COMEUP 2024 focused…

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — FuriosaAI, an emerging leader in AI semiconductor solutions, is closing out the year with rapid technical and customer progress with its second-generation chip, RNGD (pronounced ‘Renegade’). The recently announced AI solution has achieved compelling performance metrics in real-world enterprise deployments meeting the demand for inference with advanced large language and multimodal models. The new performance benchmarks showcase RNGD’s ability to meet industry-leading throughput demands for Llama 3.1 models, including the 8B and 70B variants, with additional optimizations already in progress. The company also announced key software features that bring advanced optimization for customers currently sampling RNGD hardware in their production environments. These…

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BENGALURU, India, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Microland, a global digital transformation leader, is delighted to announce that it has been recognized as a Leader in Managed Services for the Midmarket segment in ISG Provider Lens™ Study – Multi Public Cloud Services – U.S. 2024. The research report examines managed service providers in hyperscale environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), highlighting their DevOps-driven strategies, SRE expertise, and advanced services. These include automated compliance, IoT integration, energy-efficient infrastructure, AI-powered cybersecurity, and self-service automation, enhancing operational efficiency and security for the US midmarket segment. Microland sets itself apart with its automation-driven operations, utilizing the Intelligeni® CloudOps platform…

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Expects to hit 2026 SEA Change EBITDA target one year early MIAMI, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK) announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024 and provided an outlook for the first quarter and full year 2025. Key Highlights “This has been an incredibly strong finish to a record year. Revenues hit an all-time high driven by a strong demand environment that we elevated throughout the year, enabling us to outperform our initial 2024 guidance by $700 million and deliver nearly $2 billion more to the bottom line, year over year,” commented Carnival Corporation & plc’s Chief Executive…

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Business Process Xperts – BPX assists African enterprises in protecting their digital transformation initiatives investments by offering efficient business process redesign and optimization services. DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With the rapid pace of digital transformation in Africa, CTOs face challenges in managing system updates and transitions, especially from legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA or similar solutions for greenfield and brownfield projects. Studies show 68% of digital transformation projects fail due to poor process alignment. African enterprises are turning to boutique BPR consultants to leverage tools like SAP Signavio, IBM Blueworks, UiPath, and LeanIX. The SAP Signavio BPM suite enables BPR consultants to streamline processes, align strategies…

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Leading AI-powered supply chain solutions, strengthening partnerships, and leadership on the global stage ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Interos Inc., a global leader in AI-powered supply chain risk intelligence, continues to redefine market leadership with new product launches, strategic partnerships, and participation in global thought leadership forums at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting. AI-First Products Transforming Supply Chain Risk Management As part of its commitment to revolutionizing risk management, Interos is introducing two new AI-powered solutions: Risk Trends and Benchmarking. Together, they represent the first industry-wide solution that delivers advanced insights tailored to each enterprise’s unique supply chain. Furthermore,…

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