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VAST Data Closes Series E Funding Round, Nearly Triples Valuation to $9.1 Billion

Global Momentum and Demand for VAST Data Establishes Company as the Market Leader for Deep Learning and AI Infrastructure

NO-HEADQUARTERS | NEW YORK, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VAST Data, the AI data platform company, announced today that it has secured $118 million in Series E funding, led by Fidelity Management & Research Company and accompanied by New Enterprise Associates (NEA), BOND Capital and Drive Capital.

The funding will advance VAST Data’s mission to deliver a new category of infrastructure that puts data at the center of how systems think, react, and discover. This breakthrough will empower organizations to effectively address their most pressing data challenges, enabling unprecedented advancements in technology, economics, social dynamics, and scientific research.

The VAST Data Platform unifies storage, database, and containerized compute engine services into a single, scalable software platform architected from the ground up to power AI and GPU-accelerated tools in modern data centers and clouds. The platform uniquely enables organizations to understand all data, both structured and unstructured as it exists in the natural world, to generate superior insights and unlock new value.

“A new AI data stack is required,” said Renen Hallak, CEO and Co-Founder of VAST Data. “To be truly impactful in this era of AI and deep learning, you not only want to have a lot of data, but also high quality data that is correctly organized and available at the right place, at the right time. The VAST Data Platform delivers AI infrastructure that opens the door to automated discovery that can solve some of humanity’s most complex challenges.”

“We believe that VAST Data is a pioneer in the AI GPU space,” said Scott Sandell, Chairman, CEO and CIO at NEA. “With deep learning at the center of the massive AI movement we are experiencing, interest and investment in VAST Data has escalated, and we are thrilled to partner with the VAST Data team as they drive influence and innovation in the global AI technology sector.”

The funding follows a pivotal 2023 calendar year, marked by:

  • Impressive Business Momentum: At the end of FY’Q3, VAST Data surpassed $1 billion in cumulative software bookings. The company achieved 3.3x year-over-year (YoY) growth and maintained positive cash flow for the last 12 quarters with a gross margin of nearly 90%.
  • Organizations Across All Industries Trust VAST Data: VAST Data has amassed a growing customer roster of global enterprises including Booking Holdings, Inc., U.S. Air Force, U.S. Department of Energy, Verizon, Boston Children’s Hospital, Pixar, and Zoom, among others, signaling strong market validation.
  • Reimagining AI Cloud Infrastructure: Through innovative customer partnerships with companies like CoreWeave, Lambda and Core42 (formerly G42 Cloud), VAST Data is delivering the infrastructure that is purpose built for next-generation AI clouds.
  • Deepened Commitment to Partners: Since its founding, VAST Data has worked closely with partners to break down technology tradeoffs and barriers while improving the overall customer experience. In May 2023, VAST Data furthered this mission with the VAST Data Platform achieving NVIDIA DGX SuperPOD certification, making large scale AI deployments simpler, faster, more reliable and easier to manage. In April 2023, VAST Data entered into a strategic partnership with HPE, helping enterprise customers manage unstructured data with high performance at scale to deliver superior time to data insight.
  • Global Expansion: Now with more than 700 employees worldwide VAST Data is actively broadening its business footprint, penetrating new regions in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Europe.

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The VAST Data Platform’s capacity to process large quantities of data at unparalleled scale and speed signifies a transformative shift in industry operations, underscoring the pivotal role of deep learning AI in shaping future advancements. This sentiment was shared by customers and partners across the industry, including:

“Data is every company’s most valuable asset,” said Manuvir Das, vice president of Enterprise Computing at NVIDIA. “NVIDIA and Vast Data are collaborating to enable enterprises to harness their data using accelerated computing and cloud-based AI solutions to tackle their biggest challenges.”

“Some of the most data-intensive and computationally advanced customers on the planet trust CoreWeave, NVIDIA and VAST to deliver the most secure and scalable solutions on top of the industry’s fastest and most flexible AI infrastructure,” said Michael Intrator, CEO and co-founder of CoreWeave. “We’re honored to partner with VAST to provide purpose-built accelerated computing solutions that solve the complex AI and data challenges that enterprises face now and into the future.”

“Data is the only competitive advantage in AI and therefore infrastructure that can simplify and scale data access is crucial for any organization training AI models,” said Sanjeev Mohan, Principal, SanjMo. “With a modern data platform fine-tuned for the performance and scale AI requires, VAST Data is well-positioned to capture a massive opportunity.”

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About VAST Data:
VAST Data is the data platform company built for the AI era. As the new standard for enterprise AI infrastructure, organizations trust the VAST Data Platform to serve their most data-intensive computing needs. VAST Data empowers enterprises to unlock the full potential of their data by providing AI infrastructure that is simple, scalable, and architected from the ground up to power deep learning and GPU-accelerated data centers and clouds. Launched in 2019, VAST Data is the fastest growing data infrastructure company in history. For more information, please visit https://vastdata.com and follow VAST Data on X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn.

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International science organizations sign agreement to provide hardware for the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment

Ten international funding agencies will contribute to the construction of the gigantic particle detectors a mile underground for the Fermilab-hosted Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment.

Batavia, Illinois, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment — also known as DUNE — is an international mega science experiment that will use enormous particle detectors to study the behavior of neutrinos, which might indicate why we live in a matter-dominated universe.

The DUNE collaboration, representing scientists from dozens of countries around the world, will contribute to the construction of detectors at two sites in the United States: one at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, the host lab for DUNE, 40 miles west of Chicago, and the other at the Sanford Underground Research Laboratory (SURF) in Lead, South Dakota.

On Nov. 17, representatives of funding agencies from five countries signed a memorandum of understanding, affirming their commitment to contribute to the construction of components for DUNE. Director Lia Merminga signed on behalf of Fermilab.

“DUNE will help answer some of the biggest questions in the universe and has the potential to transform the field of neutrino physics. We are proud to host DUNE in the U.S. with major contributions from the project’s international partners who offer their unique expertise,” said Regina Rameika, DOE associate director for the Office of High Energy Physics. “Having the commitment from our international partners to contribute these vital components is an essential aspect of DUNE.”

With their signatures, University of Campinas (Unicamp), Brazil, Institut National de Physique Nucléaire et de Physique des Particules (IN2P3), France, Istituto Nazionale Di Fisica Nucleare (INFN), Italy, University of Bern, Switzerland, and the Science and Technology Facilities Council/United Kingdom Research and Innovation (STFC/UKRI), United Kingdom, committed to contributing hardware to the two DUNE Far Detectors in South Dakota.

The Canadian Foundation for Innovation John R. Evans Leaders Fund and the Ontario Research Fund in Canada in addition to CERN in Switzerland also signed the memorandum of understanding remotely and will contribute to the DUNE Near Detector in Batavia, Illinois.

Signatures from agencies in the Czech Republic and Spain have been coordinated and will be finalized in the future.

In the memorandum of understanding for Far Detector 1, the United Kingdom and CERN agreed to contribute to anode plane assemblies; Brazil, the Czech Republic, Italy and Spain will contribute to the photon detection system; CERN will contribute to the high-voltage system; Canada, CERN and the U.K. will contribute to the data acquisition system; and Spain will contribute to the calibration and cryogenics instrumentation.

In the memorandum of understanding for Far Detector 2, CERN and France agreed to contribute to top drift electronics; Brazil, the Czech Republic, France, Italy and Spain will contribute to the photon detection system; France and CERN will contribute to the high-voltage system; Canada, CERN and the U.K. will contribute to the data acquisition system; Spain will contribute to the calibration and cryogenics instrumentation; and CERN and France will contribute to the charge readout planes.

Scientists and engineers from more than 35 countries are partnering with Fermilab to design, build and analyze data from DUNE, which will be installed in the new Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility. Construction of LBNF has begun, and the excavation of the large caverns in Lead, South Dakota for the DUNE Far Detectors is more than 85% complete.

The DUNE collaboration comprises more than 1,400 scientists and engineers from over 200 research institutions. Notably, CERN’s commitment to LBNF and DUNE represents its first investment in infrastructure for a physics experiment outside of Europe. Several countries — France, India, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom — also are making significant contributions to the Proton Improvement Plan II project, which includes the construction of the 215-meter-long superconducting particle accelerator at Fermilab that will power DUNE.

DUNE will be the world’s most comprehensive experiment to study neutrinos: tiny, lightweight particles that permeate the universe but rarely interact with anything. DUNE will seek to determine whether neutrinos could be the reason the universe is made of matter; look for neutrinos emitted from exploding stars to learn more about the formation of neutron stars and black holes; and watch for a rare subatomic phenomenon that could elucidate the unification of nature’s forces.

To pursue these science goals, DUNE will study neutrino oscillation, a phenomenon in which a neutrino’s property, called flavor, changes as it travels. DUNE will probe this oscillation by shooting a beam of neutrinos 1,300 kilometers straight through the earth, from Fermilab’s accelerator complex in Illinois, through the Near Detector to the Far Detectors located a mile underground at SURF in South Dakota.

The science of DUNE is a global endeavor, and the partnership with funding agencies, scientists and engineers from around the world makes it the first truly international mega science experiment to be hosted on U.S. soil. Additionally, hundreds of students from all corners of the earth will start their careers in science, engineering and computing on this project.

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory is supported by the Office of Science of the U.S. Department of Energy. The Office of Science is the single largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the United States and is working to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. For more information, please visit science.energy.gov.

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Zoom delivers AI-powered customer experiences at an unmatched value for companies of every size

New innovative product offerings include robust omnichannel and advanced AI solutions

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) announced enhancements across its AI-powered customer experience (CX) suite and new pricing plans that are expected to be available in the coming weeks.

“Zoom Contact Center has seen incredible momentum since its launch last year, reaching more than 700 customers and expanding to businesses of all sizes, from mid-market companies to global enterprises,” said Vi Chau, head of product, Zoom Phone and Contact Center at Zoom. “We have strategically invested in areas like advanced AI, workforce management, and omnichannel expansion to help build meaningful customer experiences. These new plans provide exceptional value at all levels, including enterprise-grade features at the base tier that other companies charge extra for.”

To support its growing customer base and its various business needs, Zoom Contact Center will be available in new tiered plans that each include voice, video, chat, and Short Message Service (SMS) channels, real-time transcription, remote control, Agent Computer-Telephony Integration (CTI), surveys, and AI Companion capabilities including summarization.

Additional features, including inbound email and social channel support, and outbound dialers are supported in mid-tier plans. Zoom AI Expert Assist and Workforce Engagement Management will be included in top-tier plans, and available as an add-on to any package. These new plans offer exceptional customer value and flexibility to meet the needs of small-to-large contact center departments.

New packages provide flexibility and value

Zoom’s new packages provide enterprise-grade feature sets designed to serve the needs of its customers, no matter their size. All product offerings are available to mix and match as named or concurrent licenses.

Essentials

  • The Essentials package starts at just $69 per month and includes Zoom AI Companion, remote control, privacy and security features, and support for the most critical channels: omnichannel voice, chat, SMS, and video, as well as many other core capabilities.

Premium

  • In addition to the features offered in the Essentials package, the Premium package provides support for email, social channels, and outbound dialer, starting at $99 per month.

Elite

  • Elite customers have access to all the features from the Premium package, plus Zoom AI Expert Assist, Quality Management, and Workforce Management, starting at $149 per month.

Additionally, customers with Essentials and Premium packages have the option to purchase features such as Zoom AI Expert Assist and Workforce Engagement Management as add-ons to their package.

Enhanced features expand solution use cases

Zoom’s newest innovations in customer experience focus on helping businesses engage and collaborate better with customers, employees, and more.

  • Zoom AI Expert Assist enables AI-powered personalized support for customers, improved productivity for agents, and better intelligence for supervisors. AI Expert Assist intelligently retrieves and suggests the best responses from a curated set of knowledge bases, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and other systems of record. Additional functionality expected in early 2024 includes recommended next best action, complete with personalized steps, and an intelligent view of agents and activity for supervisors and contact center leaders.
  • Expanded communication channels, including email and Meta’s Messenger, allow agents to interact with customers where they prefer to communicate. The ability to chat in WhatsApp is expected in early 2024.
  • Remote control allows IT departments to help employees and customers solve problems more quickly with the ability for customers to grant help desk agents permission to control their desktops remotely.
  • Outbound dialing empowers sales-oriented agents to enhance customer interaction quality before placing calls and automatically dial numbers on a contact list as soon as an agent becomes available through Zoom’s progressive dialer capabilities. Outbound progressive dialing is currently available in beta and is expected to be generally available in the coming weeks. Outbound preview dialing is expected in early 2024.
  • Additional privacy and security with built-in post-redaction of certain personal data in voice and video recordings, as well as voice, video, and messaging transcripts. In addition, bring your own encryption keys to protect certain data stored at rest within the Zoom Cloud infrastructure is coming in 2024.
  • Third-party application integrations enhance the agent experience and reduce the need to toggle between programs, providing real-time access to customer information, including CRM, support, and payments from within the Zoom client expected to be generally available in early 2024.

These new plans will be available in the coming weeks.

About Zoom
Zoom is an all-in-one intelligent collaboration platform that makes connecting easier, more immersive, and more dynamic for businesses and individuals. Zoom technology puts people at the center, enabling meaningful connections, facilitating modern collaboration, and driving human innovation through solutions like team chat, phone, meetings, omnichannel cloud contact center, smart recordings, whiteboard, and more, in one offering. Founded in 2011, Zoom is publicly traded (NASDAQ:ZM) and headquartered in San Jose, California. Get more info at zoom.com.

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International Directional Services and Veracio Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Drilling and Downhole Technologies in North America

WATSONVILLE, Calif. and SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — International Directional Services (IDS), a Granite Company (NYSE:GVA) and Veracio, a leading mining technology company, today announce a partnership to offer Veracio’s complete suite of driller-operated tooling to IDS’ clients.

Veracio is making significant steps toward leveraging advanced geological technologies to enhance the mining lifecycle. While IDS and Veracio have an existing relationship, the announcement of this partnership acknowledges the vision both companies share for transforming how the drilling workflow can be enhanced with better data. By combining IDS’s expertise in directional drilling and Veracio’s geological data collection, the partnership will empower IDS and Granite clients to reduce unnecessary drilling costs, mitigate operational errors, minimize waste, and foster sustainable mining practices.

“Our collaboration further strengthens Veracio’s position in the US market and reinforces our commitment to advancing the mining industry by offering cutting-edge solutions,” states Veracio’s Chief Executive Officer, JT Clark. “Together with IDS, we are committed to redefining industry standards, empowering precision and integrity with every survey, and delivering unparalleled solutions for the mining industry.”

“We are excited to embark on this strategic partnership with Veracio. By combining our data collection expertise with Veracio’s cutting-edge instrument technology, we aim to redefine how drill hole data is utilized in our industry,” said Jason Smith, IDS General Manager. “This collaboration represents a significant step forward for IDS and our commitment to delivering excellence to our clients.”

Key Objectives of the Partnership:

  • Enhanced Drill Hole Data Analysis: Deploy cutting-edge technology to enhance the accuracy and quality of drill hole data analysis, providing valuable insights for mining projects.
  • Increased Productivity: Leveraging Veracio’s growing fleet of technologies, including TruGyro, and TruSub technology ensures that drilling is precise and efficient leading to better resource definition, safety and lower risks of operational errors, at lower cost.
  • Client Support and Satisfaction: The partnership aims to elevate the level of support and satisfaction for IDS’s clients by delivering data-driven insights and innovative solutions.

The announcement is headlined by the most compact and integrated continuous north-seeking gyro tool in drilling, Veracio’s TruGyro, a north-seeking gyro tool built to deliver precision data at depth in some of the toughest of environments. IDS also currently serves as the distributor for Veracio’s TruShot, a precise magnetic survey tool specially designed for driller deployment. Known for its durability, precision, and user-friendly features, TruShot enables drillers to confidently capture high-quality 3D hole path data. In addition to TruShot, IDS also distributes core orientation tooling on behalf of Veracio. As Veracio introduces new products to the market, IDS aims to expand its customer offerings to provide a comprehensive range of cutting-edge solutions.

Photos accompanying this announcement are available at – https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1AZcrwz8G6Ii4AveB6WDOrHozAgvx7-QY?usp=drive_link

About Veracio
Veracio offers mining clients a range of solutions that improve, automate, and digitally transform their orebody sciences in exploration, resource definition and production. Championing a modern approach through a diverse product portfolio Veracio fuses science and technology together with digital accessibility by using advanced scanning, sensing with strong data governance and the deployment of AI to accelerate real-time decision making and significantly improve efficiency, profitability, and sustainability across the value chain. For more information about Veracio, please visit www.veracio.com.

About Granite
Granite is America’s Infrastructure Company™. Incorporated since 1922, Granite (NYSE: GVA) is one of the largest diversified construction and construction materials companies in the United States as well as a full-suite civil construction provider. Granite’s Code of Conduct and strong Core Values guide the Company and its employees to uphold the highest ethical standards. Granite is an industry leader in safety and an award-winning firm in quality and sustainability. For more information, visit the Granite website, graniteconstruction.com, and connect with Granite on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and Instagram.

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“GigaFarm” capable of replacing 1% of UAE food imports set for construction in Dubai Food Tech Valley

ReFarm and IGS announced the partnership from their demonstration facility in Dubai
Back row (L-R): HE Eng. Mohammed Mousa Alameeri (Assistant Undersecretary for the Food Diversity Sector, Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, UAE), HE Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi (Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, UAE), The Rt Hon Lord Benyon (Minister of State for Climate, Environment and Energy, UK), HE Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi (Minister of State for Foreign Trade, UAE), Saeed Al Marri (Chairman, SSK Enterprises). Front row (L-R): David Farquhar (CEO, IGS), Andrew Lloyd (COO, IGS), Oliver Christof (CEO, CGI)

Back row (L-R): HE Eng. Mohammed Mousa Alameeri (Assistant Undersecretary for the Food Diversity Sector, Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, UAE), HE Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi (Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, UAE), The Rt Hon Lord Benyon (Minister of State for Climate, Environment and Energy, UK), HE Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi (Minister of State for Foreign Trade, UAE), Saeed Al Marri (Chairman, SSK Enterprises)Front row (L-R): David Farquhar (CEO, IGS), Andrew Lloyd (COO, IGS), Oliver Christof (CEO, CGI)

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Food Tech Valley has signed an agreement at COP28 with ReFarmTM to start construction on a 900,000 sq. ft. game-changing “GigaFarm”. The innovative waste-to-value farm will be capable of recycling more than 50,000 tonnes of food waste and growing two billion plants each year.

ReFarmTM was established in the UAE by SSK Enterprise and Christof Global Impact (CGI) as a group of companies with focus on projects with circularity and clean technologies. The brand chose vertical farming technology developed by infrastructure supplier Intelligent Growth Solutions (IGS) and is set to start construction in mid-2024 at Dubai’s Food Tech Valley, a master development launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and being led by major Dubai property developer, Wasl. ReFarmTM has engaged its lead bank to arrange support from UK Export Finance within the UK Government’s Department for Business & Trade.

In a global first, six complementary technologies will be collocated on the Dubai Food Tech Valley site as part of a closed-loop circular waste-to-value system, establishing a self-contained ecosystem designed to maximise resource efficiency and prevent any waste going to landfill.

Capable of growing more than three million kilos of produce annually, the site will support the UAE’s move towards decarbonising food production, replacing 1% of the country’s fresh produce imports. Construction is due to begin in mid-2024, with the site expected to be fully operational by 2026.

HE Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, said: “The United Arab Emirates’ economic growth strategy has placed a strong emphasis on diversification and sustainability, which includes developing new knowledge and capabilities in high-impact industries.

“Rethinking our food production systems is a clear priority, and the decision of ReFarm to launch a facility in Dubai’s Food Tech Valley is a significant step forwards for the development of a technologically advanced, low-carbon agricultural sector.”

Oliver Christof, CEO at Christof Global Impact (CGI), commented: “What has been achieved over the past 36 months in the UAE is a gamechanger for the sustainable food industry. A key factor for success is the open mindset by the UAE leadership and a strong focus on circularity, which allowed us to bring together various groups, including a broad variety of local stakeholders.”

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Global Law Firm Nixon Peabody Goes Live with Anaqua’s Comprehensive Suite of IP Management Software and Services

BOSTON, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Anaqua, the leading provider of innovation and intellectual property (IP) management technology today announced that global law firm Nixon Peabody has gone live on Anaqua’s PATTSY WAVE® platform, as part of a series of measures to further enhance the efficiency of the firm’s growing IP practice.

Anchored in PATTSY WAVE’s state-of-the-art SaaS docketing software, Nixon Peabody is using several of Anaqua’s integrated solutions to manage clients’ IP, including Anaqua’s connectivity solution, Echo, for NetDocuments integration; patent search and analytics via AcclaimIP™; AI-enhanced autonomous time capture using WiseTime®; Rowan Patents for patent drafting; and Anaqua Services for patent and trademark renewals.

With more than 700 attorneys collaborating across offices in the U.S. and major European and Asian commercial centers, Nixon Peabody is one of the world’s largest law firms. The firm has a prominent and expanding intellectual property practice.

About Anaqua

Anaqua, Inc. is a premium provider of integrated intellectual property (IP) management technology solutions and services for corporations and law firms. Its IP management software solutions, AQX and PATTSY WAVE, both offer best practice workflows with big data analytics and tech-enabled services to create an intelligent environment designed to inform IP strategy, enable IP decision-making, and streamline IP operations, tailored to each segment’s need. Today, nearly half of the top 100 U.S. patent filers and global brands, as well as a growing number of law firms worldwide use Anaqua’s solutions. Over one million IP executives, attorneys, paralegals, administrators, and innovators use the platform for their IP management needs. The company’s global operations are headquartered in Boston, with offices across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Australia. For additional information, please visit anaqua.com, or on Anaqua’s LinkedIn.

About Nixon Peabody LLP

Nixon Peabody LLP is recognized as a Global 100 law firm – one of the largest in the world. With more than 700 attorneys collaborating across major practice areas across the U.S. and in European and Asian commercial centers, the firm’s size, diversity, and advanced technological resources enable it to offer comprehensive legal services to individuals and organizations of all sizes in local, state, national, and international matters. Nixon Peabody’s clients range from Fortune 50 corporations to global banking and finance institutions, name-brand retailers, emerging entrepreneurs, and world-class research institutions.

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LeddarTech and TTTech Auto Announce a Leap Forward in Autonomous Driving Safety

Announcing the successful completion of a joint demonstrator for fail-operational architecture

QUEBEC CITY, Canada and VIENNA, Austria, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LeddarTech®, an automotive software company that provides patented disruptive AI-based low-level sensor fusion and perception software technology for ADAS and AD and TTTech Auto, a technology leader in automotive safety software, are pleased to announce the completion of a joint demonstrator for a fail-operational architecture based on LeddarTech’s LeddarVision™ software and TTTech Auto’s Safety Co-Pilot solution.

TTTech Auto’s innovative Safety Co-Pilot solution tackles the challenges of a safety architecture suitable for autonomous driving on SAE Level 3 and beyond. It is based on a doer channel, which is responsible for the main driving task, and an independent checker channel. In the event of an abnormal situation identified by the checker, the doer channel is seamlessly overridden, and a fallback channel brings the vehicle to a safe stop.

In this collaboration, TTTech Auto leverages its proficiency in safety mechanisms and automotive platforms, complemented by LeddarTech’s advanced fusion and perception capabilities. TTTech Auto contributes operational platforms and frameworks, facilitating the development of decomposed architectures for safety applications. LeddarTech enhances the partnership with its high-performance fusion and perception stack, grounded in low-level fusion. It provides valuable datasets for agile architecture exploration and demonstration of decomposed perception paths. Both companies exemplify an agile approach, employing risk assessment and safety-critical event feasibility assessments to showcase a potential solution. This collaborative effort aims to support car OEMs constructing their SAE Level 2-3 safety solutions.

To demonstrate the viability of this approach and its potential for vehicle safety and cost-efficiency, TTTech Auto and LeddarTech have partnered up to combine LeddarTech’s LeddarVision with TTTech Auto’s Safety Co-Pilot, creating a demonstrator focused on the checker channel. Key features include:

  • LeddarTech’s LeddarVision: A powerful AI-based low-level fusion and perception software stack that leverages raw sensor data from cameras and radars to build an environmental model. Depending on the sensor set and the diversity concept, LeddarVision can be deployed either in the doer or the checker channel.
  • TTTech Auto’s Safety Co-Pilot: A versatile solution for the checker channel equipped with a set of validation modules, each encompassing checks related to critical safety requirements. The demonstrator showcases validation modules addressing probabilistic risks associated with physically unfeasible trajectories and potentially dangerous collisions. A crucial element in ensuring safety is that these checks are performed based on a separate environment model –in this case, LeddarVision, ensuring full independence from the doer channel.

The testing of this demonstrator was conducted on data collected from highways in Germany and Israel. The results demonstrate that LeddarTech’s high-quality environmental model and TTTech Auto’s probabilistic checking implement an efficient and reliable checker channel. This advancement provides a robust safety argument for AD systems operating at SAE Level 3 and beyond.

“We are paving the way to autonomous driving safety with true fail-operational architectures,” stated Stefan Poledna, CTO at TTTech Auto. “TTTech Auto’s groundbreaking architecture, in conjunction with LeddarTech’s LeddarVision, confirms our commitment to SAE Level 3 and 4 autonomous driving.”

Frantz Saintellemy, President, COO and incoming CEO of LeddarTech, added: “Through our partnership with TTTech Auto in the integration of our LeddarVision AI-based software and TTTech Auto’s Safety Co-Pilot, our collective aim has been to showcase a high-level fail-operational architecture suitable for safe driving automation. This collaboration demonstrates our belief that by aligning ourselves with other industry leaders in win-win partnerships, we accelerate technology deployment and adoption.”

About TTTech Auto

TTTech Auto provides solutions for future vehicle generations and the shift towards software-defined vehicles. The company specializes in delivering safe software and hardware solutions along with a range of services to support the advancement of automated driving and beyond, applicable in series production programs. With its leading technology solutions, TTTech Auto reduces the required time for system designing, integration and testing of a series production-ready software platform. This ensures safety and electronic robustness for a more automated world.

TTTech Auto was founded in 2018 by TTTech Group and technology leaders Audi, Infineon and Samsung to build a global, safe vehicle software platform for automated and autonomous driving. In 2022, the company raised USD 285 million (EUR 250 million) from Aptiv and Audi in its latest funding round. At TTTech Auto’s headquarters in Vienna, Austria and in more than 10 locations across Europe and Asia, 1 100 employees work with leading car manufacturers on their software-defined vehicle, ADAS and autonomous driving programs. The company has acquired and invested in technology companies in France, Spain, Turkey, China and central and Eastern Europe. www.tttech-auto.com/

About LeddarTech

A global software company founded in 2007 and headquartered in Quebec City with additional R&D centers in Montreal, Toronto and Tel Aviv, Israel, LeddarTech develops and provides comprehensive AI-based low-level sensor fusion and perception software solutions that enable the deployment of ADAS and autonomous driving (AD) applications. LeddarTech’s automotive-grade software applies advanced AI and computer vision algorithms to generate accurate 3D models of the environment to achieve better decision making and safer navigation. This high-performance, scalable, cost-effective technology is available to OEMs and Tier 1-2 suppliers to efficiently implement automotive and off-road vehicle ADAS solutions.

LeddarTech is responsible for several remote-sensing innovations, with over 150 patent applications (80 granted) that enhance ADAS and AD capabilities. Better awareness around the vehicle is critical in making global mobility safer, more efficient, sustainable and affordable: this is what drives LeddarTech to seek to become the most widely adopted sensor fusion and perception software solution.

Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.LeddarTech.com and on LinkedIn, Twitter (X), Facebook and YouTube.

Contact:
Daniel Aitken, Vice-President, Global Marketing, Communications and Investor Relations, LeddarTech Inc. Tel.: + 1-418-653-9000 ext. 232 daniel.aitken@LeddarTech.com

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LeddarTech e TTTech Auto Dão um Salto na Segurança de Condução Autônoma

Anunciam a conclusão bem-sucedida de um demonstrador conjunto para arquitetura operacional com falha

QUEBEC e VIENA, Áustria, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A LeddarTech®, uma empresa de software automotivo que fornece tecnologia patenteada de software de fusão e percepção de sensores de baixo nível baseada em IA para ADAS e AD e a TTTech Auto, líder em tecnologia de software de segurança automotiva, têm o prazer de anunciar a conclusão de um demonstrador conjunto para uma arquitetura operacional com falha baseada no software LeddarVision™ da LeddarTech e na solução Safety Co-Pilot da TTTech Auto.

A inovadora solução Safety Co-Pilot da TTTech Auto aborda os desafios de uma arquitetura de segurança adequada para a condução autônoma no SAE Nível 3 e além. Ele é baseado em um canal doer responsável pela tarefa principal de condução, e um canal verificador independente. No caso de uma situação anormal identificada pelo verificador, o canal doer é completamente substituído e um canal de fallback leva o veículo a uma parada segura.

Nesta colaboração, a TTTech Auto utiliza sua proficiência em mecanismos de segurança e plataformas automotivas complementada pelos recursos avançados de fusão e percepção da LeddarTech. A TTTech Auto contribui com plataformas e frameworks operacionais, facilitando o desenvolvimento de arquiteturas decompostas para aplicações de segurança. A LeddarTech aprimora a parceria com sua pilha de fusão e percepção de alto desempenho, fundamentada na fusão de baixo nível. Ela fornece conjuntos de dados valiosos para exploração de arquitetura ágil e demonstração de caminhos de percepção decompostos. Ambas as empresas exemplificam uma abordagem ágil e empregam avaliações de risco e de viabilidade de eventos críticos de segurança para apresentar uma solução potencial. Este esforço colaborativo visa apoiar os OEMs de automóveis na criação das suas soluções de segurança SAE Nível 2-3.

Para demonstrar a viabilidade dessa abordagem e seu potencial de segurança e eficiência de custo do veículo, a TTTech Auto e a LeddarTech fizeram uma parceria para unir o LeddarVision da LeddarTech com o Safety Co-Pilot da TTTech Auto, criando um demonstrador focado no canal do verificador. Principais características incluem:

  • LeddarTech’s LeddarVision: Uma potente pilha de software de fusão e percepção de baixo nível baseada em IA que utiliza os dados brutos dos sensores de câmeras e radares para criar um modelo do ambiente. Dependendo do conjunto de sensores e do conceito de diversidade, o LeddarVision pode ser implantado no canal doer ou do verificador.
  • Safety Co-Pilot da TTTech Auto: Uma solução versátil para o canal do verificador equipado com um conjunto de módulos de validação, cada um abrangendo verificações relacionadas a requisitos essenciais de segurança. O demonstrador apresenta módulos de validação que abordam riscos probabilísticos associados a trajetórias fisicamente inviáveis e colisões potencialmente perigosas. Um elemento crucial para garantir a segurança é que essas verificações sejam realizadas com base em um modelo de ambiente separado – neste caso, LeddarVision, garantindo total independência do canal doer.

O teste deste demonstrador foi realizado com dados coletados em rodovias da Alemanha e de Israel. Os resultados demonstram que o modelo ambiental de alta qualidade da LeddarTech e a verificação probabilística da TTTech Auto implementam um canal verificador eficiente e confiável. Esse avanço fornece um argumento de segurança robusto para sistemas AD que operam no SAE Nível 3 e além.

“Estamos pavimentando o caminho para a segurança da condução autônoma com verdadeiras arquiteturas operacionais com falha”, afirmou Stefan Poledna, CTO da TTTech Auto. “A arquitetura inovadora da TTTech Auto, em conjunto com o LeddarVision da LeddarTech, confirma nosso compromisso com a condução autônoma de Nível 3 e 4 da SAE.”

Frantz Saintellemy, Presidente e CEO da LeddarTech, acrescentou: “A nossa parceria com a TTTech Auto na integração do nosso software baseado em IA LeddarVision e com o Safety Co-Pilot da TTTech Auto tem por objetivo apresentar uma arquitetura operacional de alto nível adequada para a automação de condução segura. Essa colaboração se alinha à nossa confiança de que, ao nos alinharmos com outros líderes do setor com parcerias mutuamente benéficas, aceleramos a implantação e a adoção da tecnologia.”

Sobre a TTTech Auto

A TTTech Auto fornece soluções para futuras gerações de veículos e a mudança para veículos definidos por software. A empresa é especializada no fornecimento de soluções seguras de software e hardware, juntamente com uma gama de serviços para apoiar o avanço da condução automatizada e além, aplicáveis em programas de produção em série. Com suas soluções tecnológicas líderes, a TTTech Auto reduz o tempo necessário para a criação do projeto, integração e teste do sistema de uma plataforma de software pronta para produção em série. Isso garante a segurança e a robustez eletrônica para um mundo mais automatizado.

A TTTech Auto foi fundada em 2018 pelo TTTech Group e pelas líderes de tecnologia Audi, Infineon e Samsung, para a criação de uma plataforma de software de veículo global segura para a condução automatizada e autônoma. Em 2022, a empresa captou US $ 285 milhões (EUR 250 milhões) da Aptiv e da Audi na sua última rodada de financiamento. Na sede da TTTech Auto em Viena, Áustria, e em mais de 10 locais na Europa e na Ásia, 1.100 funcionários trabalham com os principais fabricantes de automóveis nos seus programas de veículos definidos por software, ADAS e condução autônoma. A empresa adquiriu e investiu em empresas de tecnologia na França, Espanha, Turquia, China e Europa Central e Oriental. www.tttech-auto.com/

Sobre a LeddarTech

Uma empresa global de software fundada em 2007 e sediada na cidade de Quebec, com centros adicionais de P&D em Montreal, Toronto e Tel Aviv, Israel, a LeddarTech desenvolve e fornece soluções abrangentes de software de percepção e fusão de baixo nível com base em IA que permitem a implantação de aplicações ADAS e de condução autônoma (AD). O software de nível automotivo da LeddarTech aplica algoritmos avançados de IA e visão computacional para gerar modelos 3D precisos do ambiente para tomadas de decisões melhores e navegação mais segura. Esta tecnologia de alto desempenho, escalonável e econômica é disponível para OEMs e fornecedores de Nível 1-2 para a implementação eficiente de soluções ADAS para veículos automotivos e off-road.

A LeddarTech é responsável por várias inovações de sensor remoto, com mais de 150 patentes solicitadas (80 concedidas) que aprimoram os recursos de ADAS e AD. A percepção de veículos é fundamental para tornar a mobilidade global mais segura, eficiente, sustentável e acessível: e é por isso que a LeddarTech deseja se tornar a solução de software de fusão e percepção de sensores mais amplamente adotada.

Para mais informação sobre a LeddarTech, visite www.LeddarTech.com, LinkedIn, Twitter (X), Facebook e YouTube.

Contato:
Daniel Aitken, Vice-Presidente, Marketing Global, Comunicações e Relacionamento com o Investidor, LeddarTech Inc. Tel.: + 1-418-653-9000 ramal 232 daniel.aitken@LeddarTech.com

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LeddarTech et TTTech Auto annoncent un bond en avant dans la sécurité de la conduite autonome

Annonce de la réalisation réussie d’un démonstrateur commun d’architecture opérationnelle en cas de défaillance

QUÉBEC, Canada et VIENNE, Autriche, 06 déc. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LeddarTech®, une société de logiciels automobiles qui fournit des technologies logicielles de fusion bas niveau de capteurs et de perception reposant sur l’IA, innovatrices et brevetées pour systèmes avancés d’aide à la conduite (systèmes ADAS) et de conduite autonome (systèmes AD), et TTTech Auto, leader technologique dans le domaine des logiciels de sécurité automobile, sont heureuses d’annoncer l’achèvement d’un démonstrateur commun d’architecture opérationnelle en cas de défaillance reposant sur le logiciel LeddarVision™ de LeddarTech et la solution Safety Co-Pilot de TTTech Auto.

La solution innovante Safety Co-Pilot de TTTech Auto relève les défis d’une architecture de sécurité adaptée à la conduite autonome au niveau 3 de la classification SAE et au-delà. Elle est basée sur un canal d’exécution, responsable de la tâche principale de conduite, et un canal de vérification indépendant. Si le vérificateur identifie une situation anormale, le canal d’exécution est ignoré et un canal de repli permet d’arrêter le véhicule en toute sécurité.

Dans le cadre de cette collaboration, TTTech Auto met à profit sa maîtrise des mécanismes de sécurité et des plateformes automobiles, complétée par les capacités de fusion et de perception avancées de LeddarTech. TTTech Auto fournit des plateformes et des cadres opérationnels, facilitant le développement d’architectures décomposées pour des applications de sécurité. LeddarTech renforce le partenariat avec sa solution de fusion et de perception haute performance, bâtie autour de la fusion de bas niveau. Elle fournit des jeux de données précieux pour l’exploration d’architectures agiles et la démonstration de chemins de perception décomposés. Les deux entreprises font valoir une approche agile, en recourant à l’évaluation des risques et à des évaluations de faisabilité d’événements critiques pour la sécurité afin de présenter une solution potentielle. Cet effort de collaboration vise à aider les équipementiers automobiles à élaborer leurs solutions de sécurité de niveau SAE 2-3.

Pour démontrer la viabilité de cette approche et son potentiel en matière de sécurité et de coût-efficacité, TTTech Auto et LeddarTech se sont associées pour combiner la solution LeddarVision de LeddarTech et Safety Co-Pilot de TTTech Auto, créant ainsi un démonstrateur orienté sur le canal de vérification. Les caractéristiques principales comprennent :

  • LeddarVision de LeddarTech : un puissant logiciel de fusion bas niveau et de perception basé sur l’IA qui exploite les données brutes générées par les caméras et les radars pour construire un modèle environnemental. En fonction du jeu de capteurs et du concept de diversité, LeddarVision peut être déployé soit dans le canal d’exécution, soit dans le canal de vérification.
  • Safety Co-Pilot de TTTech Auto : une solution polyvalente pour le canal de vérification équipée d’un ensemble de modules de validation, chacun englobant des vérifications liées à des exigences de sécurité critiques. Le démonstrateur présente des modules de validation traitant des risques probabilistes associés à des trajectoires physiquement irréalisables et à des collisions potentiellement dangereuses. Pour garantir la sécurité, il est essentiel que ces vérifications soient effectuées sur la base d’un modèle environnemental distinct –en l’occurrence, LeddarVision–, ce qui garantit une indépendance totale par rapport au canal d’exécution.

Ce démonstrateur a été testé sur des données recueillies sur autoroute en Allemagne et en Israël. Les résultats démontrent que le modèle environnemental de haute qualité de LeddarTech et la vérification probabiliste de TTTech Auto mettent en œuvre un canal de vérification efficace et fiable. Cette avancée constitue un solide argument de sécurité pour les systèmes AD de niveau SAE 3 et au-delà.

« Nous ouvrons la voie à la sécurité de la conduite autonome grâce à de véritables architectures opérationnelles en cas de défaillance », a déclaré Stefan Poledna, chef de la technologie de TTTech Auto. « L’architecture avant-gardiste de TTTech Auto, conjuguée au LeddarVision de LeddarTech, confirme notre engagement en faveur de la conduite autonome de niveau SAE 3 et 4 ».

Frantz Saintellemy, président, chef de l’exploitation et futur chef de la direction de LeddarTech, a ajouté : « Grâce à notre partenariat avec TTTech Auto pour intégrer notre logiciel LeddarVision basé sur l’IA et le Safety Co-Pilot de TTTech Auto, notre objectif collectif a été de présenter une architecture de haut niveau opérationnelle en cas de défaillance, adaptée à la conduite automatisée sécurisée. Cette collaboration conforte notre conviction qu’en nous associant à d’autres leaders du secteur dans le cadre de partenariats gagnant-gagnant, nous accélérons le déploiement et l’adoption de la technologie ».

À propos de TTTech Auto

TTTech Auto fournit des solutions pour les futures générations de véhicules et la transition vers des véhicules définis par logiciel. L’entreprise est spécialisée dans la fourniture de solutions logicielles et matérielles sûres, ainsi que d’une gamme de services destinés à soutenir les progrès de la conduite automatisée et au-delà, applicables à des programmes de production en série. Grâce à ses solutions technologiques de pointe, TTTech Auto réduit le temps nécessaire à la conception, à l’intégration et aux essais d’une plateforme logicielle prête pour la production en série. Ceci garantit la sécurité et la robustesse électronique dans un monde de plus en plus automatisé.

TTTech Auto a été fondée en 2018 par TTTech Group et les leaders technologiques Audi, Infineon et Samsung pour construire une plateforme logicielle mondiale et sûre pour l’automobile, destinée à la conduite automatisée et autonome. En 2022, l’entreprise a levé 285 millions de dollars américains (250 millions d’euros) auprès d’Aptiv et d’Audi lors de son dernier cycle de financement. Au siège de TTTech Auto à Vienne, en Autriche, et dans plus de 10 sites en Europe et en Asie, 1 100 employés travaillent avec les principaux constructeurs automobiles sur leurs programmes de véhicules définis par logiciel, d’ADAS et de conduite autonome. La société a acquis et investi dans des entreprises technologiques en France, en Espagne, en Turquie, en Chine et en Europe centrale et orientale. www.tttech-auto.com/

À propos de LeddarTech

Entreprise mondiale de logiciels fondée en 2007, basée à Québec et disposant de centres de R&D supplémentaires à Montréal, Toronto et Tel Aviv (Israël), LeddarTech développe et propose des solutions logicielles complètes de fusion bas niveau de capteurs et de perception reposant sur l’intelligence artificielle qui permettent le déploiement d’applications ADAS et de conduite autonome (AD). Le logiciel de classe automobile de LeddarTech applique des algorithmes d’intelligence artificielle et de vision numérique avancés afin de générer des modèles 3D précis de l’environnement, pour une meilleure prise de décision et une navigation plus sûre. Cette technologie performante, évolutive et économique permet la mise en œuvre efficace de solutions ADAS pour véhicules automobiles et hors route par les équipementiers et les fournisseurs de rang 1 et 2.

Ayant déposé plus de 150 demandes de brevets (dont 80 accordées) qui améliorent les capacités des systèmes d’aide à la conduite et de conduite autonome, l’entreprise a contribué à plusieurs innovations liées à des applications de télédétection. Une plus grande conscience situationnelle est essentielle pour rendre la mobilité plus sûre, plus efficace, plus durable et plus abordable : c’est ce qui motive LeddarTech à vouloir devenir la solution logicielle de fusion de capteurs et de perception la plus largement adoptée.

Renseignements complémentaires disponibles sur www.LeddarTech.com et sur LinkedIn, Twitter (X), Facebook et YouTube.

Contact :
Daniel Aitken, vice-président, Marketing, communications et relations avec les investisseurs mondiaux, LeddarTech Inc.
Tél. : + 1-418-653-9000 poste 232 daniel.aitken@LeddarTech.com

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Duck Creek Technologies inaugure une nouvelle ère de gestion et d’analyse de données en lançant Duck Creek Clarity™

La toute dernière innovation de la société vise à transformer l’avenir de l’excellence basée sur les données de l’assurance

BOSTON, 06 déc. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — , le 5 décembre 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Duck Creek Technologies, le fournisseur de solutions intelligentes qui dessine les futurs contours du secteur de l’assurance générale et IARD (incendies, accidents et risques divers) annonce l’avènement de sa nouvelle solution technologique basée sur le cloud. Fruit de sa dernière innovation, Duck Creek ClarityTM succède ainsi à Duck Creek Insights pour doter les assureurs de capacités avancées de gestion des données, de reporting et d’analyse. En introduisant Duck Creek Clarity sur le marché, la société repense également le cycle traditionnel de mise à jour logicielle au moyen d’une approche unique de « Livraison Active », dont le principe de mise à jour en continu permet aux assureurs de contourner les contraintes budgétaires chronophages en lien avec l’actualisation des systèmes.

Duck Creek Clarity est un produit développé en cloud natif visant la simplification des accès logiciels, de la gestion et de l’uniformisation des données en provenance des principales solutions en mode SaaS (ou logiciel en tant que service) de Duck Creek, y compris les solutions de protocoles, les solutions de facturation, et les solutions dédiées à la gestion des sinistres. Les capacités d’intégration de sources de données externes en toute transparence de Duck Creek Clarity permet aux utilisateurs d’obtenir des aperçus détaillés conduisant à une meilleure prise de décision, et à un meilleur établissement des coefficients de perte. Les assureurs peuvent aussi bien exploiter cette solution performante pour dresser des rapports d’activités quotidiennes que pour établir des plans stratégiques à long terme, ouvrant ainsi la voie à des améliorations à l’échelle du portefeuille.

Duck Creek Clarity tire parti de Snowflake Data Cloud pour fournir aux assureurs des niveaux de données soigneusement organisées, ainsi qu’un ensemble de tableaux de bord de Business Intelligence et de rapports connexes prédéfinis pour guider leurs décisions de souscription et de renouvellement de manière éclairée, tout en leur permettant d’évaluer les performances de leurs équipes. Ce nouveau produit simplifie également l’intégration des données dans les modèles d’intelligence artificielle et d’apprentissage automatique (en anglais « AI/ML »), des applications destinées aux consommateurs, aux agents et aux courtiers, mais aussi des systèmes tiers, pour permettre aux assureurs de prendre les meilleures décisions à chaque étape du cycle de l’assurance, de la souscription jusqu’à la facturation, sans oublier les indemnités.

« Le lancement de Duck Creek Clarity nous fait entrer dans l’âge de l’excellence basée sur les données » a observé Jess Keeney, Directrice produit et technologie chez Duck Creek Technologies. Et de conclure : « Duck Creek a démontré que les capacités robustes de sa solution constituent la clé de voûte de la propriété des données et de la prise de décision agile, ce qui concède un avantage concurrentiel supérieur aux assureurs du marché. Ces innovations marquent le début de l’engagement permanent de Duck Creek en faveur de l’investissement dans l’univers des données et des analyses. Elles visent une montée en compétence pour les assureurs du monde entier, et leur permettent d’être plus réactifs aux opportunités du marché. Le lancement de Duck Creek Clarity constitue un jalon essentiel de notre feuille de route technologique. L’objectif consiste à fournir aux assureurs les moyens « d’entreprendre intelligemment », d’optimiser les pistes d’efficacité opérationnelle et de créer une expérience client plus personnalisée ».

« Les données représentent de véritables piliers aux yeux des compagnies d’assurance en quête d’exploitation du potentiel et de l’efficacité des analyses avancées et de l’intelligence artificielle générative » nous explique Tom Benton, partenaire chez ReSource Pro, anciennement Strategy Meets Action, avant de poursuivre : « Les assureurs ont besoin d’outils de gestion des données et d’analyse à l’image de Duck Creek Clarity, capables d’anéantir les silos de données pour ouvrir la voie à une rapide accélération de leur niveau de maturité en matière de données, pour finalement aider les équipes en charge de gérer des produits d’assurance, des souscriptions et des réclamations à prendre des décisions plus intelligentes et à créer des expériences client plus différenciées ».

Rejoignez le webinaire de lancement en direct le jeudi 7 décembre 2023, à 12 h 00, heure de l’Est, pour en savoir plus sur l’autonomisation des décisions d’assurance basées sur les données apportée par Duck Creek Clarity.

À propos de Duck Creek Technologies

Duck Creek Technologies est le fournisseur de solutions intelligentes qui dessine les futurs contours du secteur de l’assurance générale et IARD (incendies, accidents et risques divers). Les systèmes d’assurance modernes reposent sur nos solutions et capitalisent sur le potentiel du cloud pour mener des opérations agiles, intelligentes et évolutives. Authenticité, détermination et transparence, voilà les maîtres-mots de la philosophie de Duck Creek. Pour nous, l’assurance est au service des particuliers et des entreprises au moment, à l’endroit et de la manière dont ils en ont le plus besoin. Nos solutions, leaders du marché, sont commercialisées à l’unité ou sous forme de suite packagée, et sont toutes disponibles sur la page : Duck Creek OnDemand. Rendez-vous sur www.duckcreek.com pour en savoir plus. Suivez-nous sur les réseaux pour découvrir nos dernières informations : LinkedIn et Twitter.

Contacts médias :

Carley Bunch
carley.bunch@duckcreek.com

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Duck Creek Technologies Revela a Próxima Geração de Gerenciamento e Análise de Dados com o Lançamento do Duck Creek Clarity™

Mais novo lançamento de produtos da empresa irá transformar o futuro do setor de seguros da excelência com base em dados

BOSTON, Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A Duck Creek Technologies, fornecedora de soluções inteligentes que definem o futuro do seguro de propriedade e acidentes (P&C) e geral, anuncia o lançamento do Duck Creek ClarityTM, uma solução de tecnologia inovadora nativa da nuvem sucessora do Duck Creek Insights, criada para capacitar as seguradoras com gerenciamento avançado de dados, relatórios e analítica. Com a introdução do Duck Creek Clarity, a empresa também moderniza o ciclo tradicional de atualização da tecnologia por meio de uma abordagem exclusiva de “Entrega Ativa”, que fornece atualizações contínuas e elimina a necessidade de as seguradoras passarem por projetos que exigem atualizações prontas e caras.

O Duck Creek Clarity é uma oferta nativa da nuvem que simplifica o processo de acesso, gerenciamento e unificação dos dados dos principais sistemas com base em SaaS (software como serviço) da Duck Creek, incluindo soluções de apólices, faturamento, e sinistros. Com a capacidade de integrar perfeitamente fontes de dados externas, o Duck Creek Clarity permite que as equipes obtenham insights abrangentes, levando a uma melhor tomada de decisões e melhores índices de perdas. As seguradoras podem aproveitar esse serviço potente nos relatórios operacionais diários e planejamento estratégico de longo prazo, preparando o terreno para melhorias em todo o portfólio.

A Duck Creek Clarity utiliza a Snowflake Data Cloud para capacitar as seguradoras com camadas de dados selecionadas e um conjunto de painéis e relatórios de business intelligence pré-construídos, facilitando decisões de subscrição e renovação mais informadas, bem como avaliação do desempenho da equipe. Essa nova oferta também simplifica a integração dos dados em modelos de IA/ML (inteligência artificial/aprendizado de máquina), aplicativos de consumidores e agentes/corretores, e sistemas de terceiros, capacitando as seguradoras a tomar decisões bem informadas em todas as etapas do ciclo de vida do seguro, desde a subscrição até o faturamento e os sinistros.

“Estamos entrando uma nova era de excelência dos dados com o lançamento do Duck Creek Clarity”, disse Jess Keeney, Diretora de Produtos e Tecnologia da Duck Creek Technologies. “A Duck Creek provou que os recursos robustos da solução são um elemento essencial que apoia a propriedade dos dados e a tomada de decisões ágeis, oferecendo às seguradoras uma maior vantagem competitiva no mercado. Este é apenas o começo do compromisso da Duck Creek com o investimento contínuo em dados e análises para que as seguradoras em todo o mundo possam ser mais inteligentes e rápidas na resposta às oportunidades de mercado. O Duck Creek Clarity é um passo fundamental da nossa visão de roteiro de tecnologia para fornecer às seguradoras os meios para o “desempenho com inteligência”, otimização da eficiência operacional e criação de experiências mais personalizadas para o cliente.”

“Os dados são um elemento fundamental para as companhias de seguros que procuram revelar o verdadeiro poder e eficácia da análise avançada e da IA generativa”, disse Tom Benton, Parceiro da ReSource Pro (ex-Strategy Meets Action). “As seguradoras precisam de ferramentas de gerenciamento e análise de dados como o Duck Creek Clarity que possam quebrar os silos de dados e fornecer um caminho para a rápida aceleração do nível de maturidade dos seus dados e, por fim, ajudar as equipes de gerenciamento de produtos de seguros, subscrição e sinistros a tomar decisões mais inteligentes e proporcionar experiências mais diferenciadas para clientes.”

Participe do webinar de lançamento de produtos ao vivo da Duck Creek Technologies na quinta-feira, 7 de dezembro de 2023, às 12h ET para saber mais sobre como capacitar decisões de seguro baseadas em dados com o Duck Creek Clarity.

Sobre a Duck Creek Technologies

A Duck Creek Technologies é fornecedora de soluções inteligentes que definem o futuro do setor de seguros de propriedade e acidentes (P&C) e geral. Somos a plataforma utilizadas como base dos sistemas de seguros modernos, permitindo que a indústria capitalize o poder da nuvem para executar operações ágeis, inteligentes e perenes. Autenticidade, propósito e transparência são fundamentais para a Duck Creek, e acreditamos que o seguro deve estar disponível para indivíduos e empresas quando, onde e como eles mais precisarem. Nossas soluções líderes do mercado estão disponíveis de forma independente ou como um pacote completo disponíveis em Duck Creek OnDemand. Visite www.duckcreek.com para obter mais informação. Siga a Duck Creek nos nossos canais sociais para obter as mais recentes informações – LinkedIn e Twitter.

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Carley Bunch
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Curia rejoint le palmarès 2023 des 10 meilleures entreprises de sous-traitance pharmaceutique en Inde établi par India Pharma Outlook

ALBANY, État de New York, 05 déc. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Curia, un organisme de premier plan spécialisé dans la recherche, le développement et la fabrication sous contrat dans le secteur pharmaceutique, annonce ce jour sa distinction comme l’une des 10 des entreprises de sous-traitance pharmaceutique (Contract Development Manufacturing Organisations, CMDO) présentes en Inde, établi par India Pharma Outlook. La liste intégrale est reprise dans l’édition de novembre 2023 du magazine India Pharma Outlook.

Cette reconnaissance met à l’honneur les contributions respectives des deux centres gérés par Curia, à savoir Aurangabad et Hyderabad. Tandis que l’établissement d’Aurangabad se consacre à la fabrication sous contrat de principes actifs pharmaceutiques (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, API) et de produits intermédiaires, celui d’Hyderabad abrite le centre de recherche Hyderabad Research Center, spécialisé dans la chimie pharmaceutique et le développement chimique et analytique. Les deux centres accueillent également le centre de contrôle qualité de Curia et le centre mondial de services partagés (Global Shared Services, GSS). Ces deux piliers de l’infrastructure mondiale de l’organisation assurent la standardisation des processus et leur évolutivité.

Le principe d’amélioration continue ancré au cœur des valeurs de Curia se reflète sur l’intégralité de sa gamme de services. Par ailleurs, ses investissements dans les technologies innovantes en font un partenaire de poids auprès des laboratoires pharmaceutiques et biotechnologiques tout au long du processus de recherche, de développement et de fabrication de médicaments. L’engagement de Curia pour être un employeur de choix est également mis en valeur dans le rapport, source d’une culture de travail riche en possibilités en matière de développement professionnel et de reconnaissance pour ses collaborateurs.

« Cette distinction témoigne du talent et des efforts ininterrompus de nos établissements d’Aurangabad et d’Hyderabad, et représente un honneur bien mérité pour notre équipe », a déclaré Philip Macnabb, PDG de Curia. Et de poursuivre : « En Inde, nos établissements sont en quête permanente d’excellence. Ils sont essentiels à notre mission d’améliorer la vie des patients ».

Le comité éditorial d’India Pharma Outlook a dressé la liste avec le concours d’un panel de juges rassemblant des experts du secteur mais aussi des responsables de l’expérience client et des analystes. Les lauréats sont retenus au regard de leur effet positif sur l’économie indienne, induit par des créations d’emplois et des initiatives de promotion de la recherche et du développement, et pour leurs offres de qualité supérieure dans l’industrie pharmaceutique et biotechnologique.

À propos de Curia
Curia est un organisme de premier plan spécialisé dans la recherche, le développement et la fabrication sous contrat dans le secteur pharmaceutique, dont la gamme de produits et services s’étend de la R&D à la fabrication commerciale pour le compte d’une clientèle pharmaceutique et biopharmaceutique. Curia emploie près de 4 000 employés répartis sur 27 centres implantés en Asie, aux États-Unis et en Europe. Ensemble, les collaborateurs de Curia transforment la curiosité en guérison. Pour en savoir plus, rendez-vous sur CuriaGlobal.com.

Coordonnées Curia :
Viana Bhagan
+1 518 512 2111
corporatecommunications@CuriaGlobal.com

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Curia Entra para a Lista das 10 Melhores Empresas CDMO de 2023 da India Pharma Outlook

ALBANY, N.Y., Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A Curia, uma organização líder em contratos de pesquisa, desenvolvimento e fabricação, anunciou hoje que entrou para a para a lista das 10 Melhores Empresas CDMO de 2023 da India Pharma Outlook. A lista completa pode ser consultada na edição de novembro de 2023 da revista India Pharma Outlook.

Este reconhecimento é uma homenagem às contribuições das unidades de Aurangabad e de Hyderabad da Curia. A instalação de Aurangabad fornece fabricação contratada de insumos farmacêuticos ativos (APIs) e intermediários, e a unidade de Hyderabad inclui o Centro de Pesquisa de Hyderabad com experiência em química medicinal e desenvolvimento químico e analítico. Esses locais também abrigam o centro de controle de qualidade da Curia e o centro de Serviços Globais Compartilhados (Global Shared Services – GSS), que dão suporte à organização global da empresa, permitindo a padronização e a escalabilidade dos processos.

O foco da Curia na melhoria contínua do seu conjunto abrangente de serviços e investimentos em tecnologias inovadoras posiciona a empresa como uma forte parceira de empresas farmacêuticas e de biotecnologia em todo o espectro da pesquisa, desenvolvimento e fabricação de medicamentos. O relatório também destaca o compromisso da Curia em ser um empregador preferido, proporcionando aos funcionários uma cultura rica em oportunidades de desenvolvimento e reconhecimento profissional no local de trabalho.

“Essa conquista é um testemunho do talento e do trabalho árduo das nossas instalações em Aurangabad e Hyderabad, e é uma honra merecida para a equipe”, disse Philip Macnabb, CEO da Curia. “Nossas unidades na Índia buscam incansavelmente a excelência e são vitais para o nosso objetivo de melhorar a vida dos pacientes.”

O conselho editorial do India Pharma Outlook compilou a lista com um painel de juízes com experiência no setor, incluindo CXOs e analistas. Os vencedores foram escolhidos pelo seu impacto na economia da Índia através da criação de emprego, promoção de pesquisa e desenvolvimento, e pelas suas ofertas de alta qualidade na indústria farmacêutica e biotecnológica.

Sobre a Curia
A Curia é uma organização líder em contratos de pesquisa, desenvolvimento e fabricação que fornece produtos e serviços de P&D por meio da fabricação comercial para clientes farmacêuticos e biofarmacêuticos. Os quase 4.000 funcionários da Curia em 27 locais nos EUA, Europa e Ásia ajudam seus clientes a avançar da curiosidade para a cura. Saiba mais em CuriaGlobal.com.

Contato da Curia:
Viana Bhagan
+1 518 512 2111
corporatecommunications@CuriaGlobal.com

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Opuwo Town Council Re-elects Councillors, Maintains Leadership Structure


Opuwo – The Opuwo Town Council, in a recent meeting at the town council chambers, re-elected its councillors to their existing positions, maintaining the current leadership structure. The election, held on Tuesday, saw Rosa Mbinge-Tjeundo, a councillor from the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), retain her position as mayor after receiving an unopposed nomination from her party colleague, Kaare Lucuis Mupya.



According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), Kasipo Kakondo, also a PDM councillor, will continue as Mbinge-Tjeundo’s deputy. In addition to these appointments, Kaare Lucuis Mupya was re-elected as the chairperson of the management committee. PDM’s Forester Matjiru Tjijahura and Swapo veteran Wilhelmine Nashihua also maintained their roles as additional members of the management committee.



The council will also see ongoing contributions from Swapo members Victorino Simon and Ruth Nderura, who will persist in their roles as regular council members. The swearing-in ceremony for the councillors was conducted by Opuwo district magistrate Eden Kuneni Amutenya.



In her acceptance speech, Mayor Mbinge-Tjeundo expressed her dedication to serving the residents of Opuwo. She emphasized her commitment to operate with diligence and integrity, focusing on unity and collaboration. The mayor acknowledged the challenges faced by the town, including issues related to water, land, and housing. She expressed confidence in the resilience of the Opuwo community to overcome these challenges and transform them into opportunities for growth and development.



Mbinge-Tjeundo further stated that her tenure as mayor would be characterized by transparency, accountability, and inclusivity. She vowed to work tirelessly to improve the quality of life for all residents and to ensure that Opuwo remains a community that its inhabitants are proud to call home.

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Tsumeb Municipality, RFA, and RA Ink Deal for Road Rehabilitation


Tsumeb – The Tsumeb Municipality, along with the Road Fund Administration (RFA) and Roads Authority (RA), signed a three-year Memorandum of Agreement on Tuesday to refurbish key roads in the town that have fallen into disrepair. The RFA CEO, Ali Ipinge, at the signing ceremony in Tsumeb, reiterated his organization’s dedication to contributing to the development and expansion of Namibia’s road network by aiding local authorities in the upkeep of their urban arterial roads and streets.



According to Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), the RFA will allocate N.dollars 19.9 million in 2024/25 and N.dollars 20 million in 2025/26 to assist in rehabilitating Hage Geingob Drive, a 2.1-kilometer road leading into Tsumeb from Otavi. Additionally, Namutoni Road, spanning 6.8 kilometers and connecting Tsumeb to Oshivelo, along with Dr. Sam Nujoma Drive in the Tsumeb central business district, will benefit from this initiative.



The funding, derived from road user charges, will continue the RFA’s practice of supporting urban road improvements. The RFA collected N.dollars 2.3 billion in revenue, with N.dollars 1.04 billion coming from the fuel levy. Over the past two and a half years, the RFA has doubled its funding allocations to local authorities, increasing from N.dollars 104 million to N.dollars 216 million, showcasing a commitment to enhancing urban road infrastructure.



Conrad Lutombi, CEO of the Roads Authority, expressed through a representative that this collaboration with the RFA and Tsumeb Municipality would significantly improve the quality of life for residents in the area and enhance the condition of the roads.