Here is Read Magazine’s Weekly Roundup of the top news from global markets. In this fast-paced world, breaking down information helps readers grasp the nuances that follow the news.
In Aerospace news this week…
NASA, United Arab Emirates Announce Artemis Lunar Gateway Airlock
NASA and the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced Sunday plans for the space centre to provide an airlock for Gateway, humanity’s first space station that will orbit the Moon. The lunar space station will support NASA’s missions for long-term exploration of the Moon under Artemis for the benefit of all.
In Automotive news this week…
CerebrumX and HD Fleet Unite to Improve Driver Safety With Real-time Embedded Vehicle Data
CerebrumX Labs Inc., an AI-driven automotive data platform company, is thrilled to announce its partnership with HD Fleet, a leading provider of GPS fleet management solutions. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both HD Fleet and CerebrumX, as they continue to pave the way in the fleet management industry.
In Biotechnology news this week…
Twist Bioscience Appoints Adam Laponis as Chief Financial Officer
Twist Bioscience Corporation, a company enabling customers to succeed through its offering of high-quality synthetic DNA using its silicon platform, announced the appointment of Adam Laponis as chief financial officer. Mr. Laponis brings experience across small cap and Fortune 50 companies along with a track record of collaborating across teams to drive profitable growth.
In Defence Technology news this week…
5WPR Announces Dedicated Defense Vertical
5WPR, one of the largest independently owned PR firms in the U.S., announced today the continued expansion of its B2B Technology, Corporate Communications and Government Affairs divisions with a dedicated defense PR and aerospace PR vertical, to offer a wider range of services at the intersection of these industries.
In Energy, Power and Sustainability news this week…
Spire, KC Water partner on Kansas City’s first renewable natural gas project
Spire and KC Water are partnering on Kansas City, Missouri’s first renewable natural gas (RNG) facility, a project that will capture methane emissions from the wastewater treatment process to generate renewable energy. KC Water selected Spire after an extensive proposal process to construct the RNG facility, which is an extension of a current KC Water project. The project was approved October 26 by the Kansas City Council and is intended to repurpose biogas generated from the city’s Blue River Wastewater Treatment Plant into RNG. The new facility is expected to be complete in 2025.
In Healthcare this week…
Omada Health Joins Amazon’s Health Condition Programs as Launch Partner
Omada Health, a virtual-first healthcare provider, announced a partnership with Amazon Health Services to increase awareness and discoverability of its cardiometabolic programs through Amazon’s new Health Condition Programs. Omada will be the first virtual diabetes prevention, diabetes, and hypertension provider available in Amazon’s Health Condition Programs, helping individuals discover and enroll in virtual care benefits that are available to individuals through their employer or health plan at no extra cost.
In Internet Of Things (IOT) this week…
Morse Micro, a leading Wi-Fi HaLow silicon vendor, and Zetifi, an innovator in last-mile connectivity for vehicles, machinery and farms, announced a partnership to enhance Zetifi’s remote-area connectivity solutions with Wi-Fi HaLow technology. Zetifi’s innovative technology enables farmers and other rural residents to access, extend and optimize coverage from existing radio, cellular or satellite networks, leading to reliable remote area connectivity in areas where phone coverage is otherwise unreliable or unavailable.
In Logistics and Supply Chain this week…
Goodyear and Gatik Further Advance Safety of Autonomous Vehicles With Tire Intelligence Integration
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, a leader in connected mobility, and Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle mile B2B logistics, announced the expansion of the industry’s first, successful integration of tire intelligence technology into an autonomous driving system.
In Retail this week…
Eagle Eye Unveils EagleAI, an AI-Powered Data Science Solution Designed for Retail
Eagle Eye, the leading SaaS business that executes loyalty, personalised promotions and omnichannel marketing solutions for retail, travel and hospitality brands, has launched EagleAI, a modular, customer-centric data science solution powered by AI built specifically for the grocery and retail sectors.
In Chemicals this week…
SandboxAQ, announced it has acquired Good Chemistry, a leading computational chemistry company that leverages AI, quantum and other advanced technologies to accelerate drug discovery and materials design. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
In Food & Beverage this week…
Ruiz Foods Elevates Experienced Leader Kimberli Carroll to President and CEO
Ruiz Food Products, Inc., the largest frozen Mexican food manufacturer in the United States, announced a series of executive leadership and board changes designed to position the company for its next great growth period. The Ruiz Foods Board of Directors selected the company’s current chief operating officer, Kimberli Carroll, as president and chief executive officer; she will also serve on the board of directors.
In Semiconductor & Electronics this week…
24M unveiled a transformative new battery separator 24M Impervio that promises to redefine battery safety for electric vehicle (EV), energy storage systems (ESS) and consumer applications. This proprietary technology enables unprecedented safety advancements for lithium-ion and lithium-metal batteries that will facilitate the prevention of catastrophic fires and massive recalls caused by metallic dendrites (i.e. dendrites from metal contamination introduced during the production process), electrode misalignments or lithium dendrites.
In Medical Devices this week…
Laborie Introduces the Next Generation RenovaRP Centesis System
Laborie Medical Technologies, Inc., a leading diagnostic and therapeutic medical technology company, is proud to announce the launch of the RenovaRP™ Centesis System, an innovative fluid drainage device designed to advance patient care and improve efficiency for healthcare professionals.
Article of the Week
A Guide to Cybersecurity for Small Businesses: What You Need to Know in 2024
Small businesses are not exempt from the risks posed by cyber threats; they can also become targets. In fact, there is evidence suggesting that small businesses are more susceptible to cyberattacks, primarily due to their limited resources that hinder their ability to defend against such threats effectively. Safeguarding your business against cyberattacks is crucial, but with the ever-changing cyber landscape, it can be overwhelming to determine the initial steps. This comprehensive guide is designed to assist small businesses in navigating the realm of cyber threats. Let’s dig in to learn more about cybersecurity for small businesses.