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Making History: ASPIRE to Launch Inaugural ‘Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League’ Redefining Future of Extreme Sport on April 27

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

This brand-new autonomous racing competition marks a significant milestone in motorsport history, billed as the largest league of its kind globally.

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  • This brand-new autonomous racing competition marks a significant milestone in motorsport history, billed as the largest league of its kind globally.
  • These cars will be autonomized with autonomous racing stacks developed and integrated by the Technology Innovation Institute (TII).
  • ADNOC has come on board as title sponsor, providing crucial support, underscoring the widespread enthusiasm for advancing autonomous racing technology.
  • The inaugural A2RL event is part of Abu Dhabi Mobility Week, running from April 24 to May 1.

ModalAIⓇ Launches Next Generation Starling 2 and Starling 2 Max NDAA-Compliant Development Drones

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Monday, April 22, 2024

ModalAI, Inc. today announced Starling 2 and Starling 2 Max, the latest iterations of their popular VOXL 2 development drone, now refreshed and compliant with NDAA regulations.

Key Points: 
  • ModalAI, Inc. today announced Starling 2 and Starling 2 Max, the latest iterations of their popular VOXL 2 development drone, now refreshed and compliant with NDAA regulations.
  • These new designs feature upgraded image sensor suites for reliable indoor and outdoor navigation, boasting record-breaking flight times for VOXL 2 drones.
  • Coming in at 500g, Starling 2 Max’s build is robust for 55+ minutes of outdoor navigation and can carry an impressive 500g of additional payloads.
  • VOXL SDK gives intelligence to the Starling 2 and Starling 2 Max.

Spirent Federal Systems Prioritizes Military PNT Innovation with Appointment of Retired General DT Thompson to Advisory Role

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Monday, April 22, 2024

Spirent Federal Systems, the leading provider of positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) test solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of retired General David D. “DT” Thompson as an advisor.

Key Points: 
  • Spirent Federal Systems, the leading provider of positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) test solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of retired General David D. “DT” Thompson as an advisor.
  • “We are honored to welcome General Thompson,” said Rob VanBrunt, President/CEO of Spirent Federal Systems.
  • “Innovation and excellence will ensure we outpace evolving threats; Spirent Federal exhibits both,” said General Thompson.
  • “I look forward to supporting them as they work at the speed of need to fortify PNT resilience and deliver solutions that safeguard our critical PNT capabilities.”
    For more information about Spirent Federal Systems, visit spirentfederal.com .

Location-based Services Market Analysis 2024: Developments in Government and Public Sector, Transportation & Logistics, and Smart Cities - Global Forecast to 2031 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, April 19, 2024

The location-based services market is projected to reach $327.6 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 15.9% during the forecast period 2024-2031

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  • The location-based services market is projected to reach $327.6 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 15.9% during the forecast period 2024-2031
    The report provides an in-depth analysis of the location-based services market across countries/regions and emphasizes on the current market trends, market sizes, market shares, recent developments, and forecasts till 2031.
  • However, the high costs of procuring and implementing location-based services are a major challenge impacting the growth of the location-based services market.
  • In 2024, the global navigation satellite system segment is expected to account for the largest share of the location-based services market.
  • In 2024, the government & public sector segment is expected to account for the largest share of the location-based services market.

Geospace Technologies Releases Lightweight, Long Lasting Land Seismic Data Acquisition Node

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

Geospace Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: GEOS) announces the new product release of an all-in-one, ultralight weight, land-based, wireless seismic data acquisition solution called the Pioneer™ .

Key Points: 
  • Geospace Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: GEOS) announces the new product release of an all-in-one, ultralight weight, land-based, wireless seismic data acquisition solution called the Pioneer™ .
  • Weighing less than 0.5kg, the Pioneer features a 5Hz geophone, specially designed by Geospace with a small form factor and reduced weight.
  • The Pioneer is able to record continuously 24 hours a day for 50 days and offers rapid recharging and data download times.
  • The carefully designed node provides inductive charging and data transfer as well as improved sensor coupling to dramatically improve the signal to noise ratio delivered.

Mobileye EyeQ6 Lite Launches to Speed ADAS Upgrades Worldwide

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

It will be followed by the EyeQ6 High advanced system-on-chip, on track to launch in early 2025.

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  • It will be followed by the EyeQ6 High advanced system-on-chip, on track to launch in early 2025.
  • To date, more than 170 million vehicles worldwide have been built with Mobileye technology inside.
  • Last year, Mobileye rolled out Intelligent Speed Assist upgrades for its EyeQ4M that could meet European standards for automatically reading and understanding speed limit signs – whether permanent or temporary signs.
  • “This is only the start of our journey with the EyeQ6L,” said Nimrod Nehushtan, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Strategy for Mobileye.

Wabtec Secures Systems and Software Deal with ARTC to Support the Interoperability of Australia’s National Rail Network

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

The two companies will collaborate on developing one of the few approaches being considered to address interoperability of rail systems in Australia.

Key Points: 
  • The two companies will collaborate on developing one of the few approaches being considered to address interoperability of rail systems in Australia.
  • Wabtec will develop the interoperability standard between ATMS and European Rail Traffic Management System (ETCS) Level 2.
  • ARTC and Wabtec will work together with the relevant stakeholders to outline the concept of operations and define the standards to realize the interoperability solution.
  • The proposed solution will provide software, systems, and services for ARTC to unlock productivity, advance sustainability, and enhance the safety of ARTC’s operations network spanning approximately 8,500km.

Swifto Expands into North Carolina with Acquisition of Wagz 'n Whiskerz

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Swifto, a leader in technology-driven pet care services, announces its acquisition of Wagz 'n Whiskerz, a reputable dog walking company near Charlotte, North Carolina.

Key Points: 
  • Swifto, a leader in technology-driven pet care services, announces its acquisition of Wagz 'n Whiskerz, a reputable dog walking company near Charlotte, North Carolina.
  • Integrating Wagz 'n Whiskerz’s local expertise, Swifto enhances its offerings for a seamless blend of technology and personal touch.
  • "We are thrilled to integrate Wagz 'n Whiskerz into the Swifto family, marking our expansion into North Carolina.
  • This acquisition provides Swifto a new footprint in Lake Norman, North Carolina, demonstrating its commitment to expanding.

Denver Public Schools Selects CentralSquare’s Public Safety Pro Suite to Speed Response Times and Support Student and Staff Safety

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

CentralSquare Technologies , an industry leader in public sector technology, today announced Denver Public Schools (DPS) will deploy CentralSquare’s Public Safety Pro Suite ahead of the 2024-2025 school year, improving coordination and communication for first responders to swiftly address school safety incidents and support student and staff safety.

Key Points: 
  • CentralSquare Technologies , an industry leader in public sector technology, today announced Denver Public Schools (DPS) will deploy CentralSquare’s Public Safety Pro Suite ahead of the 2024-2025 school year, improving coordination and communication for first responders to swiftly address school safety incidents and support student and staff safety.
  • Uniquely, at DPS, call takers double as dispatchers, handling the full communication cycle to lock down schools and send responding units when needed.
  • With 88,000 students and 10,000 full-time employees spanning 207 schools, DPS Department of Safety has received 18,000 calls since August 2023 as of February 9.
  • “Public safety response can be a complex challenge for school districts to navigate coordination between school resource officers, local city, county and state police,” said Joe Beasley, Vice President of Public Safety and Justice at CentralSquare Technologies and former school resource officer.

The GEODNET Foundation Announces a New Investment Round From CoinFund, Pantera, VanEck, and Santiago Santos

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

TOKEN2049 – The GEODNET Foundation, the organization governing the blockchain-based global navigation network GEODNET, announces over $2M of strategic investments from new investors including CoinFund , Pantera , VanEck and Santiago R. Santos .

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  • TOKEN2049 – The GEODNET Foundation, the organization governing the blockchain-based global navigation network GEODNET, announces over $2M of strategic investments from new investors including CoinFund , Pantera , VanEck and Santiago R. Santos .
  • The additional capital raised will support the Foundation’s near-term objectives of decentralization and developer accessibility.
  • GEODNET enables instant centimeter location accuracy which is a 100x improvement compared to legacy GPS.
  • GEODNET now constitutes one of the world’s largest global networks for use in high-precision location applications.