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EQS-News: Montano acquires another office and retail building in Hamburg for a professional pension fund

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

April 2024 - Montano Real Estate GmbH ("Montano", www.montano.eu), a highly specialised partner for investments in commercial real estate, acquired another attractive office and retail building for a German professional pension fund.

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  • April 2024 - Montano Real Estate GmbH ("Montano", www.montano.eu), a highly specialised partner for investments in commercial real estate, acquired another attractive office and retail building for a German professional pension fund.
  • On behalf of a client, the asset was acquired from Ofi Invest Real Estate.
  • The Dornbusch 2-4 property is located in the northern part of Hamburg's old town, between Kleine Johannesstrasse and Pelzerstrasse in the town hall quarter.
  • POELLATH provided legal support for the transaction, WTS provided tax advice and Albrings + Müller provided technical advice and Colliers International Hamburg supported Montano in the commercial due diligence.

BullFrog AI’s CSO, Tom Chittenden, to Present at the Quantum Computing Symposium at Bio-IT World Conference & Expo

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

The presentation, titled "Quantum Assisted AI/ML for Precision Medicine," is scheduled for 1 pm ET.

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  • The presentation, titled "Quantum Assisted AI/ML for Precision Medicine," is scheduled for 1 pm ET.
  • Chittenden's presentation will explain how quantum methods have been used to decipher complex disease patterns, including analysis of multi-omics cancer data and classification of severe COVID-19 patients.
  • "The research I will highlight during my presentation is a testament to the synergies between quantum computing and machine learning, offering novel solutions to longstanding challenges in biomedical sciences."
  • The Quantum Computing Symposium is a premier event for professionals in the pharmaceutical industry, highlighting the revolutionary role of quantum technologies across various sectors, including drug discovery and supply chain management.

TC Energy appoints Sean O’Donnell as Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

The appointment of Mr. O’Donnell follows Mr. Hunter’s decision to leave the Company to pursue another opportunity in the energy sector.

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  • The appointment of Mr. O’Donnell follows Mr. Hunter’s decision to leave the Company to pursue another opportunity in the energy sector.
  • “Throughout his over 26 years with the Company, Joel has been a valued member of the TC Energy team, and a distinguished contributor to our success.
  • We wish Joel all the best in his next opportunity,” said François Poirier, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • He also served as the Chief Financial Officer of Quantum’s first US independent power company and of the firm’s LNG export facility in Mexico.

2024 Identity & Payments Summit Recap: The Quantum Threat, AI’s Evolution, Securing Identities and Mobile Driver’s License Momentum

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

With that in mind, the Secure Technology Alliance hosted its inaugural Identity & Payments Summit .

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  • With that in mind, the Secure Technology Alliance hosted its inaugural Identity & Payments Summit .
  • Throughout the Identity & Payments Summit, speakers weighed the strengths and weaknesses of today’s identity ecosystem and stressed the importance of working together to find solutions.
  • Performing patient matching based on the x.509 certificates provide a non-refutable identity match every time thus solving patient identity and matching.
  • By joining the Alliance, members will have access to activities within its affiliated U.S. Payments Forum and Identity and Access Forum.

C.K. McWhorter Moves Forward With Elite Luxury Wellness Chateaus & Resorts With Integration of Quantum Computing and Cutting-Edge Technology

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Monday, April 1, 2024

McWhorter & McWhorter Family Trust, a beacon of luxury and innovation in the investment world, moves forward with a visionary initiative to revolutionize the luxury wellness chateaus & resort experience through the integration of quantum computing and cutting-edge technology.

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  • McWhorter & McWhorter Family Trust, a beacon of luxury and innovation in the investment world, moves forward with a visionary initiative to revolutionize the luxury wellness chateaus & resort experience through the integration of quantum computing and cutting-edge technology.
  • By leveraging quantum computing and luxury tech, the Trust aims to elevate every aspect of the luxury wellness experience, from personalized treatments to sustainable operations.
  • Here's how quantum computing and luxury tech will be seamlessly integrated into the luxury wellness chateaus:
    Personalized Wellness Experiences: Quantum algorithms will analyze guests' unique biometric data and preferences to tailor bespoke wellness programs that address their individual needs and goals.
  • Immersive Wellness Technologies: Cutting-edge wellness technologies, powered by quantum computing and luxury tech, will enhance guests' sensory experiences and promote relaxation and rejuvenation.

Exterro Hires Rick Valentine as New Chief Customer Officer

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

PORTLAND, Ore., March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exterro, the leading provider of data risk management software solutions, today announced the appointment of Rick Valentine, an expert in delivering world-class customer experiences at global organizations, as its new chief customer officer.

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exterro, the leading provider of data risk management software solutions, today announced the appointment of Rick Valentine, an expert in delivering world-class customer experiences at global organizations, as its new chief customer officer.
  • Valentine brings more than three decades of leadership experience to the CCO position, most recently as chief customer officer at data management company Quantum.
  • Valentine brings to Exterro unique expertise in using data mining and analytics to drive best-in-class customer service and retention results and to inform practical cost containment practices.
  • “We’re thrilled to welcome Rick Valentine to Exterro as we embark on our next phase of growth,” said Bobby Balachandran, CEO of Exterro.

D-Wave’s Qubits 2024 Quantum Computing Conference Announced for June 17-18 in Boston

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services and the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, today announced that its Qubits 2024 quantum computing conference will take place in Boston on June 17 and 18, 2024.

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  • D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services and the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, today announced that its Qubits 2024 quantum computing conference will take place in Boston on June 17 and 18, 2024.
  • Themed “Success, Powered by Quantum,” the conference will demonstrate how D-Wave, partners, and customers such as Momentum Worldwide (part of Interpublic Group), Los Alamos National Lab, Zapata AI and others are achieving tangible outcomes with D-Wave’s innovative annealing quantum computing technology.
  • It will be packed with demonstrations of new quantum solutions, product updates, the company’s latest scientific accomplishments, and customer applications, both in development and in production.
  • The latest advancements in D-Wave’s quantum technology and software, with expert guidance on how to quickly adopt quantum computing in the enterprise.

VIAVI Introduces Performance Testing for Post-Quantum Cryptography Deployments

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

CHANDLER, Ariz., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV) today announced the addition of performance testing capability for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) system deployments.

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV) today announced the addition of performance testing capability for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) system deployments.
  • Introducing cryptographic protocols can create additional network performance overhead, ultimately affecting end-user quality of experience.
  • VIAVI has extensive experience testing and assuring large-scale and complex networks worldwide, including security testing.
  • "TeraVM Security Test will give them confidence in their capabilities through rigorous testing using standardized algorithms, emulated users, real office applications and loaded networks."

Quarterhill Announces Closing of Red Fox Acquisition

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Monday, April 8, 2024

TORONTO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), a leading provider of tolling and enforcement solutions in the Intelligent Transportation System ("ITS") industry, announces that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Red Fox I.D.

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  • TORONTO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), a leading provider of tolling and enforcement solutions in the Intelligent Transportation System ("ITS") industry, announces that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Red Fox I.D.
  • Limited ("Red Fox").
  • Based in Haddenham, England, Red Fox is a profitable and growing provider of Automatic Vehicle Detection and Classification ("AVDC") software to the tolling industry.
  • "The Red Fox transaction met both our strategic and financial criteria for an acquisition, and we are pleased to welcome their team to Quarterhill," said Chuck Myers, CEO of Quarterhill.

Forging the Future: Standardization and Innovation in Post-Quantum Cryptography

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Sunday, April 7, 2024

PETAH TIKVA, Israel, April 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an era marked by rapid digital evolution, the advent of quantum computing heralds a transformative shift, promising computational capabilities far beyond what is currently conceivable. " This quantum leap forward threatens to render traditional cryptographic methods obsolete, highlighting the urgent need for the adoption of post-quantum cryptography (PQC) to protect our digital infrastructure against emerging quantum threats. " (Gal Rotem, CEO @enCryptofire) At the forefront of this era, pioneering technologies and landmark implementations are showcasing the viability and essential nature of quantum-resistant safeguards.

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  • The deployment of the world's first encrypted database by the Israeli company Delta, secured by Polarity-Gate technology, marks a significant milestone in demonstrating the practicality of quantum-resistant cryptography.
  • This quantum leap forward threatens to render traditional cryptographic methods obsolete, highlighting the urgent need for the adoption of post-quantum cryptography ( PQC ) to protect our digital infrastructure against emerging quantum threats. "
  • This collaboration between industry and academia is key to advancing our understanding of PQC, setting the groundwork for its wider adoption.
  • The achievements and ongoing research in quantum-resistant cryptography highlight the global commitment to securing our digital future against quantum threats.