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Category: Artificial Intelligence

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Investing millions in safety and infrastructure on our roads for the year ahead

    Source: Scotland – City of Edinburgh

    Councillors have agreed to take forward an ambitious suite of infrastructure and road safety works in the coming year, worth over £30m.

    The Roads and Infrastructure Investment – Capital Delivery Priorities for 2025/26 spreads the capital budget of £25.686m across six different work streams.

    Carriageways and footways will receive £18.161m and focus on repairing roads and pavements. Street lighting and traffic signals have £1.220m, which will be used to maintain and improve this network. Road structures take £1.545m and focusses on our road bridges, foot bridges, underpasses, tunnels and gantries. Our road operations will get £2.460m and encompasses drainage repairs, bus stop maintenance and surface enhancement. Other asset management and miscellaneous spending amounts to £2.3m.

    The additional £12.5m of funding agreed in February’s budget has been integrated into the programme to improve paths, pavements and road conditions. An extra £12.5m of funding was also agreed last year, with a record 460,000m2 of carriageways and 52,000m2 of footways receiving treatment in that period. The Council’s Road Condition Indicator (RCI), which signifies the percentage of roads that should be considered for investment, also saw a significant improvement in 2024/25.

    We’ll look to build on these results in the coming year by undertaking a combination of carriageway strengthening, carriageway resurfacing, carriageway surface treatment, footway asphalt, footway flags and footway slurry sealing.

    The report also outlines our Street Lighting Programme and looks further ahead to our Setted Street Priorities in the next six financial years with Frederick Street, Victoria Street and the Shore all featuring for refurbishment.

    Our Road Safety Delivery Plan 2025/26 allocates over £6m across the service. As part of this, the Road Safety team will address concerns around the Dalmahoy Junction and prioritise infrastructure improvements for safe school travel, including additional pedestrian crossings.

    There will also be provision for Accident Investigation and Prevention (AIP), speed reduction measures and new 30mph and 20mph speed limit reductions over this and the forthcoming year. A full breakdown can be found in Appendix 2 of the report. Road safety progress will be reported to Committee in October, following elected member workshops to drive forward existing priority projects.

    These allocations are driven by our main priorities in the year ahead to promote road safety, study road accidents, review our vacant school crossing sites, take preventative measures and offer information, advice and practical training to road users.

    Transport and Environment Convener, Councillor Stephen Jenkinson said:

    I’m really pleased that these two ambitious and wide-reaching reports have been agreed.

    Our residents have made it abundantly clear that they want and expect continued investment in our roads network. Road safety also goes hand in hand with road condition and investment, with roads that are better maintained equalling safer roads for our children and young people. This is what I’m committed to delivering.

    From carriageway strengthening in Corstorphine and surface treatment in Seafield, to street lighting in Leith and road safety education in Ratho, we’re focussed on fulfilling our commitments and getting to work for the people of Edinburgh.

    A list of definitions for treatment specifications mentioned above in the Roads and Infrastructure Investment – Capital Delivery Priorities for 2025/26 report are below.

    Carriageway Strengthening: A substantial treatment with a minimum depth of 100mm. This includes removal of the surfacing and base course of the carriageway. Deeper excavations may be required depending on existing condition. Deeper excavations are required a bus stops.

    Carriageway Resurfacing: This treatment removes the surface course only. The depth of treatment is generally 40-50mm.

    Carriageway Surface Treatment: A preventative maintenance treatment. A thin treatment that is designed to slow deterioration of the carriageway. It is used primarily on carriageways that are starting to deteriorate. CEC uses two surface treatments: Surface Dressing and Micro Asphalt.

    Footway Asphalt: Break out of the existing asphalt footway. Depth will be dependent on existing condition. Kerbs are generally lifted and re-set as part of this treatment.

    Footway Flags: Break out of the existing footway with flags (slabs) being installed. Generally, pre-cast concrete flags are used, however, the following material is specified in the World Heritage Site: Old Town: Caithness Stone Flags New Town: Yorkstone Flags

    Footway Surface Treatment: A preventative maintenance treatment. A thin treatment that is designed to slow deterioration of the footway.

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Forecasting floods with unprecedented detail

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Case study

    Forecasting floods with unprecedented detail

    Flood forecasting with the open-source flood modelling tool High-Performance Integrated Hydrodynamic Modelling System (HiPIMS)

    Flooding December 2015, Carlisle. Image credit: Environment Agency.

    High-Performance Integrated Hydrodynamic Modelling System (HiPIMS) for flood forecasting and risk assessment

    Qiuhua Liang 1 and Huili Chen 1

    1 School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, Loughborough University, United Kingdom

    Professor Qiuhua Liang and his team at Loughborough University developed the award-winning High-Performance Integrated Hydrodynamic Modelling System (HiPIMS) over 2 decades. HiPIMS is an open-source flood modelling tool formally released at presentation in 2013. It was designed to better predict and understand flooding using high-performance computing. HiPIMS provides timely and detailed flood forecasts over an entire catchment or city.

    The research filled a practical gap – forecasting highly transient flooding processes, driven by intense rainfall, dam breaks, storm surge or tsunamis. Flood predictions or forecasts are essential to assess and mitigate flood risk, and to develop effective plans for emergency response benefiting people at risk, government agencies, and other practitioners working on flood risk management (Xia, Liang and others, 2019).

    Impact 

    HiPIMS was implemented and tested for forecasting the flooding process caused by the 2015 Storm Desmond over the entire Eden Catchment of 2500km². The real-time flood forecasting system was developed by integrating HiPIMS with the Met Office’s numerical weather prediction outputs. The system was able to forecast flooding from 36‐hour weather forecasts at a 10-metre resolution in 1.75 hours. This was the first real-time forecasting of a complete flooding process induced by intense rainfall, from rainfall-runoff, river hydraulics to inundation (Ming, Liang and others, 2020).

    The output was showcased at the Royal Society’s Flooding From Intense Rainfall Programme Open Event in London on 27th November 2018, and recognised by Prof Brian Golding, the Senior Research Fellow in Weather Impacts from the Met Office, at the time as “the UK’s first real-time, high-resolution flood forecasting system of its kind”.

    HiPIMS simulated flood map for the 2015 Desmond Flood in Carlisle. Credit: Qiuhua Liang.

    HiPIMS was later embedded in the UK’s Data and Analytics Facility for National Infrastructure (DAFNI) for real-time flood forecasting through the NERC funded Flood-PREPARED and PYRAMID projects. It was also used to generate surface water flooding data to improve national infrastructure resilience in the National Digital Twin Programme (NDTP). The NDTP supports growing national capability in digital twinning technologies and processes throughout the UK.

    Outside of the UK, HiPIMS has also been used to advance flood modelling and risk mapping practice. In China, the Ministry of Water Resources’ Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Research (IWHR) incorporated HiPIMS into their Integrated Flood Modelling System (IFMS) to support national flood risk mapping across approximately 500,000km², almost half of the 1.1 million km2 of flood-prone areas in the country. The research developed as part of HiPIMS benefitted hundreds of millions of people in different provinces in China through provision of detailed flood risk information to better inform mitigation strategies (IWHR, 2023).

    The Deputy Director from the Centre of Flood Control and Drought Relief at the China Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Research (IWHR) (2023) said:

    The numerical methods and model developed by Professor Qiuhua Liang have been directly applied to support national flood risk mapping in China. The flood risk maps have been used by the Central Government and local governments of different levels to inform flood risk management policy making and support flood protection planning and investment.

    HiPIMS was adopted by government departments in Nepal to standardize methodologies for assessing Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) risks (Chen, Zhao and others, 2022). The tool was featured in the RAINMAN-Toolbox, supporting heavy rainfall hazard assessments in central European catchments, showcasing its versatility across different geographic contexts.

    The tool has received several awards, including the Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water in 2024 recognising its innovation and impact. The award honours the development of pioneering, open-source, multi-GPU hydrodynamic models that support real-time flood forecasting at high temporal and spatial resolutions.

    Resources 

    Chen H, Zhao J, Liang Q, and others. (2022). Assessing the potential impact of glacial lake outburst floods on individual objects using a high-performance hydrodynamic model and open-source data. Science of the Total Environment, 806(3): 151289. Available at: doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.151289 (Accessed: 24 March 2025).  

    HiPIMS-ocl Version 1 on GitHub. Available at: https://github.com/lukeshope/hipims-ocl (Accessed: 24 March 2024).

    HiPIMS-CUDA Version 2 on GitHub. Available at: https://github.com/HEMLab/hipims (Accessed: 24 March 2025).

    Loughborough University. (2025). HiPIMS history – UNESCO Chair in Informatics and Multi-hazard Risk Reduction. Available at: https://www.lboro.ac.uk (Accessed: 24 March 2025).

    Ming X, Liang Q, and others. (2020). Real-time flood forecasting based on a high-performance 2D hydrodynamic model and numerical weather predictions. Water Resources Research. Available at: doi.org/10.1029/2019WR025583 (Accessed: 24 March 2025).  

    Smith LS, Liang Q (2013). Towards a generalised GPU/CPU shallow-flow modelling tool. Computers & Fluids, 88: 334-343. Available at: doi.org/10.1016/j.compfluid.2013.09.018 (Accessed 24 March 2025).  

    Xia X, Liang Q, and others. (2019). A full-scale fluvial flood modelling framework based on a high-performance integrated hydrodynamic modelling system (HiPIMS). Advances in Water Resources, 132: 103392. Available at: doi.org/10.1016/j.advwatres.2019.103392 (Accessed: 24 March 2025).

    Funder 

    • UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
    • Loughborough University 

    Collaborators  

    • China Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Research (IWHR) 
    • International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) 
    • UK Met Office 
    • Newcastle University  

    Research period  

    • 2013 to 2022 

    Impact period

    • 2013 to 2022 

    Impact country  

    • UK 
    • China 
    • Nepal

    Contributing towards the areas of research interest

    • 4 – Flood incident management

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    Published 4 April 2025

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Science Week PhysMech

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    From March 31 to April 4, 2025, the All-Russian conference “PhysMech Science Week” was held at the Physics and Mechanical Institute of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

    “PhysMech Science Week” is a national scientific conference for students, postgraduates and young researchers, organized by the Institute of Physics and Mechanics of SPbPU. The scientific areas include experimental and computational physics, theoretical and applied mechanics, biomechanics, applied mathematics, supercomputer computing, engineering of materials and structures.

    The conference program included nine sections, three of which were held at the Higher School of Applied Mathematics and Computational Physics: “Biomechanics,” “Applied Mathematics,” and “Hydroaerodynamics, Combustion, and Heat Transfer.”

    “The PhysMech Science Week continues the long-standing tradition of the university-wide Science Week. For the fourth year now, at the conference organized by the Physics and Mechanics Institute, students and postgraduates present reports on the results of their research to their classmates and teachers. Guests from other universities and scientific organizations — the university’s partners — also participate in the sessions. I would like to express my gratitude to the organizers of the sections, the volunteers who provide oral and poster sessions, and especially to the scientific editor of the conference materials indexed in the Russian Science Citation Index (RSCI), Professor Evgeny Smirnov,” said Nikolay Ivanov, Acting Director of the PhysMech Institute. “The PhysMech system laid down by A. F. Ioffe implies the active participation of senior students in scientific research. The high level of scientific work performed by students and postgraduates was confirmed by the 2025 conference. I would like to especially note those who took part in the Science Week for the first time. Without a doubt, PhysMech graduates will present reports at scientific conferences of the highest level in the future, but the first student presentation will be remembered most of all – here, within the walls of their native university.”

    The meeting of the section “Hydroaerodynamics, combustion and heat transfer” was held in the conference hall of the Resource Center for International Activities of SPbPU. At the oral session, 5 reports selected by the program committee were presented. At the poster session, 19 posters prepared by students and 23 posters from graduate students and young scientists were presented within the framework of two parallel poster subsections. At the oral subsection, Professor Evgeny Smirnov made a report “The Department of Hydroaerodynamics of the Polytechnic University is 90 years old!”, in which he spoke about the history of the department and the key stages of development.

    More than 130 people took part in the work of the section, of which over 30 employees represented SPbPU, Ioffe Physical-Technical Institute, JSC UEC-Klimov, JSC Engineering Center Kronstadt, Soft-Impact LLC, LS-Technologies LLC. More than 100 students and postgraduates represented SPbPU, SPbGMTU, Mining University, BSTU Voenmekh. The section meeting ended with the awarding of diplomas and memorable gifts to all authors of oral reports, the best poster reports based on the results of the expert commission, as well as all students, teachers and guests present at the meeting based on the results of secret voting.

    The program of the section “Applied Mathematics”, which took place in the House of Scientists in Lesnoy, included 8 oral and 18 poster presentations by students, postgraduates and young scientists from SPbPU. The reports were prepared based on the materials of the works carried out under the supervision of teachers and researchers of the section “Applied Mathematics” of the Higher School of Psychology and Mathematics. The topics are very broad – research in the field of bioinformatics, development and application of numerical methods and algorithms, machine learning algorithms and models, solving optimization problems, etc.

    The Biomechanics section heard 11 oral reports on experimental and numerical studies of problems in the field of biohydrodynamics. They were presented by students of the Higher School of Theoretical Mechanics and Mathematical Physics (training program in Applied Mathematics and Physics), the Higher School of Theoretical Mechanics and Mathematical Physics, and the Advanced Engineering School Digital Engineering. Following the meeting, all speakers were awarded certificates of participation.

    The work of all three sections, organized by the staff of the Higher School of Psychology and Mathematics, aroused great interest and attracted representatives of other universities and scientific organizations. The reports were accompanied by numerous questions, meaningful discussions and debates.

    It should be noted that the number of participants and the quality of reports presented at the sections of the conference “PhysMech Science Week” are growing year after year. This contributes to a wider involvement of students in research work as part of scientific groups while still in their undergraduate studies, as well as to an increase in publication activity, and an increase in the authority of PhysMech among applicants, students, researchers and teaching staff.

    Authors of papers accepted for presentation at the conference must submit extended abstracts (in the form of a short article of 2-3 pages) to those responsible for the sections by April 14, which will be published and posted in the Russian Science Citation Index.

    Program and collection of abstracts of reports of the All-Russian conference “Week of Science PhysMech” published here.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    MIL OSI Russia News –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Psychology in policing and criminology under spotlight at Aberdeen conference The impact of AI and other emerging technologies on modern policing will be investigated during an annual psychology event taking place in Aberdeen later this month.

    Source: University of Aberdeen

    Dr Eva RubinovaThe impact of AI and other emerging technologies on modern policing will be investigated during an annual psychology event taking place in Aberdeen later this month.
    Organised jointly by the University of Aberdeen, Abertay University and the Scottish Institute for Policing Research, the Applied Psychology in Policing Settings conference will focus on the use of new technology to support and work with vulnerable groups, as well as the impact of AI and other emerging technologies on policing research and practice.
    Academics from the Universities of Aberdeen, Stirling and Birmingham City will give presentations on a range of topics, including the effects of alcohol on memory recall in investigative interviews, using virtual reality to improve eyewitness testimony and how facial recognition assists police investigations.
    Dr Eva Rubinova, Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen’s School of Psychology, co-organised the event with Dr Penny Woolnough, Reader in Forensic and Investigative Psychology at Abertay University and Associate Director of the Scottish Institute for Policing Research; and Dr Julie Gawrylowicz, Reader in Applied Cognitive Psychology at Abertay University.
    Dr Rubinova will give a presentation on her research exploring strategies for interviewing witnesses in domestic abuse cases. Her project aims to collect information about practices currently used by Police Scotland officers when collecting witness statements in these cases, to inform future research.
    “We are excited to host the fourth networking conference of the Evidence and Investigation Network of the Scottish Institute for Policing Research at the University of Aberdeen,” said Dr Rubinova. “The lineup of speakers includes Aberdeen, Scottish and UK academics, all experts in their fields who will share their cutting-edge research focused on innovative technologies and evidence gathering in cases involving vulnerable groups.
    “Delegates will have opportunities to network and develop new collaborations focused on solving issues in everyday policing practice. We hope the conference will educate and inform our audience and inspire the development of new ideas and knowledge exchange.”
    Dr Clare Sutherland and Dr Travis Seale-Carlisle, from the University of Aberdeen’s School of Psychology, will also give talks at the event on hyperrealistic AI and improving eyewitness identifications respectively.
    Free to attend, Applied Psychology in Policing Settings 2025 will take place on 16 April, 10am to 4pm, at the University of Aberdeen King’s College Conference Centre. You can book your place and find out more here.

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: DOE National Lab and Nuclear Weapons Directors Voice Support for Commonsense Permitting Reforms

    Source: US Department of Energy

    GOLDEN, COLORADO—U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright received strong support from the Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Lab and nuclear weapons assembly plant directors after he announced expedited permitting reforms for construction projects on Energy Department lands. These common sense reforms will save at least hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars and rapidly accelerate project completion dates, helping better unleash American innovation, restore energy dominance, and modernize America’s nuclear stockpiles. 

    What America’s National Lab Directors Are Saying:

    “The recent guidance issued by the Department of Energy related to how the Laboratory executes our construction activities is intended to provide new tools to improve our operations and increase our effectiveness. This guidance will have positive impacts on our construction scheduling, budgeting, work execution and safety. We believe this guidance will have a net positive impact on most of our construction activities now costing less than $300,000,000 including, Energetic Materials Characterization modular facilities and Pajarito Corridor Office Complexes (PCOCs). The new guidance will save the federal government tens of millions of dollars on projects at LANL like these by reducing costs and avoiding overruns due to delays. In addition, allowing the Laboratory to better utilize existing Occupational Health and Safety Administration standards (OHSA) will increase the number of construction companies that can bid on work at LANL and provide a more competitive bidding process that will assist in lowing the costs of construction.” — Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Thom Mason

    “I appreciate Secretary Wright’s bold action to empower the National Laboratories to more efficiently deliver transformative scientific and technological outcomes that will benefit American taxpayers.  This is the most substantive and quickest change in improving lab operations that I have seen in my many years with DOE.” —Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Director Dr. Steven Ashby

    “Secretary Wright’s decisive actions in easing permitting rules and regulations for construction projects at the Department of Energy’s National Labs are welcome progress. These reforms are a significant step forward in accelerating critical infrastructure improvements, ensuring that our National Labs can continue their vital work. Ames National Laboratory is soon to launch several major infrastructure improvement projects across its campus, projects that are necessary to continue to meet our scientific mission and the mission of the Department of Energy. These reforms will expedite our ability to meet the needs of our researchers and engineers, and continue our pursuit of delivering critical materials solutions to the nation.” — Ames National Laboratory Director Adam Schwartz

    “Sandia National Laboratories welcomes the Department of Energy’s move to simplify permitting for critical infrastructure upgrades. These improvements will help us respond faster to national security threats and technology challenges. One clear example of where streamlined permitting has the potential to benefit Sandia is the planned Power Sources Capability project. This new $400 million facility will replace a 75-year-old structure that serves as the primary research, design, surveillance and production location for power sources within the Nuclear Security Enterprise. That includes a range of advanced technologies such as primary batteries, thermal batteries, and energy conversion systems. Streamlined permitting processes could accelerate construction timelines, allowing us to quickly consolidate operations, improve efficiency and better support our employees with a modern and reliable workspace. Ultimately, this new facility ensures Sandia can continue providing innovative, reliable power source solutions essential to national defense and security.” — Sandia National Laboratories Director James Peery

    “I’m excited to see Energy Secretary Wright taking significant early action to help the National Labs — including Brookhaven — operate more effectively. In particular, the changes announced last week will help us build America’s next collider, the Electron-Ion Collider, faster and more efficiently. His ongoing engagement with the national lab directors is greatly appreciated and will help us all achieve our — and DOE’s — crucial missions.” —Brookhaven National Laboratory Director JoAnne Hewett

    “As the Chair of the National Laboratory Directors’ Council, I want to thank Secretary Wright and his team for acting quicky to remove bureaucratic barriers and create operational flexibility for the DOE National Labs. These decisive actions will have immediate and long-lasting positive impacts on operations, accelerating the delivery of the research and development infrastructure needed to ensure global leadership in energy, science and technology. I applaud Secretary Wright’s bias for action and look forward to continuing to partner with him and DOE staff to identify and develop further actions to enhance efficiency.”  — Idaho National Laboratory Director John Wagner

    “Pantex anticipates receiving contractual direction associated with the implementation of the recent DOE Secretarial Order released on March 21, 2025 regarding strengthening efficiency and mission execution throughout the department. We anticipate a number of benefits that will improve our ability to deliver the mission at Pantex once the changes are incorporated.” — Pantex Nuclear Weapons Assembly Plant President Dr. Kelly Beierschmitt 

    “Because of the transformative updates to DOE Order 413.3B and the culture of efficiency it drives, Jefferson Lab will be able to more quickly occupy the Applied Research Center – a request for proposal approval that would normally take 6 months only took a few days. Similarly, revising the compensation clauses affords Jefferson Lab the flexibility needed to attract and retain top-tier talent. This could result in up to 40% time savings in onboarding key personnel critical to our mission at Jefferson Lab. These recent actions reflect a commitment to innovation and operational excellence, and position Jefferson Lab to more effectively deliver the scientific and technological advancements essential to the nation.” —Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility Director Kimberly Sawyer 

    “NETL is a proud member of the DOE National Laboratory system and excited to be a part of Secretary Wright’s reform activities that will strengthen the efficiency and mission execution of the national labs. We look forward to pursuing the opportunity to expand the delegated project authority at DOE’s fossil energy government-owned and government-operated research lab. Streamlining the strategic partnership projects/cooperative research and development agreement process will accelerate America’s energy innovation.” — National Energy Technology Laboratory Director Marianne Walck

    “As the energy systems laboratory, NREL stands ready to support the Secretary of Energy and the administration in shaping our nation’s energy future. Reducing barriers to innovation will enable us to move faster, increase value, and accelerate science and engineering for advanced energy solutions. This will unleash America’s energy innovation—making energy more abundant, reliable, secure, and affordable for all Americans” — National Renewable Energy Laboratory Director Dr. Martin Keller

    “Thank you Secretary Wright for your efforts to ease burdensome rules and regulations at our country’s 17 National Labs. These reforms are vital to helping the Labs more efficiently and effectively fulfill the national labs’ missions and ensure the U.S. remains the world leader in advanced science and technology. As the Secretary has said, ‘We must protect and accelerate the work of the Department’s national laboratory network to secure America’s competitive edge and security.’” —  Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Director Mike Witherell   

    “Argonne National Laboratory strongly supports Secretary Chris Wright’s actions to streamline permitting and modernize project delivery across the DOE National Laboratories. These reforms will enhance Argonne’s ability to advance cutting-edge science and technology with greater agility and impact—accelerating innovation, reducing delays, and focusing resources on mission execution. By lifting these administrative rules, the Department is empowering Argonne and its peers to more effectively contribute to national priorities in energy, security, and scientific leadership. We appreciate Secretary Wright’s vision and commitment to helping drive this new era of innovation and operational excellence.”  — Argonne National Laboratory Director Paul Kearns

    “Thank you to U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Chris Wright for taking action to help the labs more efficiently and effectively fulfill our critical missions. I greatly appreciate his early and active engagement with the national lab system.”  — Oak Ridge National Laboratory Director Stephen Streiffer 

    “The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory extends appreciation for the construction-related reforms outlined in Secretary Wright’s March 21 memo. Thanks to the Department of Energy’s support through initiatives like the Science Laboratories Infrastructure (SLI) program, we have been able to upgrade our facilities, enabling world-class science that benefi ts the U.S. and humanity. As we embark on the construction of the Princeton Plasma Innovation Center — our first new building in almost 50 years — we’re excited to establish a state-of-the-art hub for fusion research and plasma science that will drive scientific innovation and uphold U.S. leadership in critical industries. We are eager to see how reforms implemented under Secretary Wright’s leadership will accelerate construction processes, enabling us to deliver on mission critical facilities as we enter a new era at PPPL. We are thankful for Secretary Wright’s commitment to advancing energy abundance and for being a strong advocate for the national labs. As a longstanding leader in the science and engineering behind the development of fusion, a potentially limitless energy source, PPPL looks forward to collaborating with Secretary Wright and the DOE staff to ensure energy resiliency. Secretary Wright’s leadership is instrumental and will allow the National Labs to continue producing groundbreaking research.” — Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory Director Steve Cowley

    “At Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, we are grateful for Secretary Wright’s early and active engagement with the national lab system. These decisive actions will strengthen the national labs with greater efficiency and effectiveness to fulfill their critical missions. These reforms will provide increased productivities for Fermilab’s construction projects in support of the lab’s growth in particle physics and breakthroughs in emerging fields such as quantum science and AI. As a global leader in fundamental research, Fermilab depends on the kind of forward-thinking leadership shown by Secretary Wright to remain at the cutting-edge of discovery. We look forward to building on this momentum in partnership with DOE to keep Fermilab as the country’s premier particle physics laboratory delivering transformative science.” — Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory Interim Director Young-Kee Kim

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    MIL OSI USA News –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Caro Holdings Secures Strategic Partnership to Launch Marketplace Focused on Black-Owned Businesses

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SHEFFIELD, United Kingdom, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Caro Holdings Inc. (OTC: CAHO), a growth enablement company leveraging operational expertise, funding, and AI-driven tools to scale emerging brands, announces a strategic partnership with Kisqueya to expand its existing digital platform to become a fully-fledged global marketplace. The initiative will support Black-owned businesses and independent brands, with a focus on global visibility and scalable ecommerce growth.

    Designed as both a two-sided marketplace – similar to Etsy, Temu or Alibaba – and a listing directory – like yelp.com – it will connect sellers with international buyers while boosting discoverability for service-based businesses. Caro Holdings will host the core digital infrastructure, ecommerce framework, and AI-powered tools that support personalised discovery, predictive analytics, and automated vendor onboarding.

    The platform will launch nationally before scaling into a global hub. Kisqueya will lead vendor outreach and market development, led by founder Marie-Michelle Legrand, a Haitian entrepreneur with a background in social law. Through Kisqueya, she combines ethical commerce with community impact, supporting young women through charitable initiatives.

    “This partnership supports our goal to build inclusive, AI-driven platforms for underserved markets,” said Meriesha Rennalls, Director at Caro Holdings. “With Kisqueya, we’re creating a space where Black-owned businesses can grow with the tools and visibility they need.”

    The platform will offer:

    • AI Analytics – Real-time insights on customer behaviour and performance
    • Personalisation Tools – Tailored shopping experiences
    • Automated Communication – using AI voice for streamlined engagement

    In 2023, global e-commerce sales hit $5.8 trillion and are projected to exceed $8 trillion by 2027. Marketplaces drive over 60% of those sales, yet many small and minority-owned businesses still face barriers to entry.

    “This platform is about access and opportunity,” said Marie-Michelle Legrand, Founder of Kisqueya. “We’re opening pathways for Black-owned businesses to grow and scale.”

    The company anticipates continued expansion through regional partnerships and additional sector-specific deployments.

    About Caro Holdings Inc.
    Caro Holdings is dedicated to accelerating the growth of brands through digital innovation and AI-powered solutions. Its comprehensive suite of services includes e-commerce strategy, digital marketing, AI voice technology, and growth capital. Discover more at www.caroholdings.com.

    About Kisqueya
    ​Kisqueya is a French boutique inspired by Haiti, offering handcrafted jewellery, accessories, and home décor. The brand blends cultural craftsmanship with social purpose, supporting young women through community-led programs. Discover more at www.kisqueya.fr.

    Caro Holdings Inc.
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    The MIL Network –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Economics: GlobalData wins Data Solution of the Year for Sales at the Data Breakthrough Awards

    Source: GlobalData

    GlobalData wins Data Solution of the Year for Sales at the Data Breakthrough Awards

    Posted in Corporate

    GlobalData’s Sales Intelligence solution has been selected for its success in revolutionizing B2B sales workflows across the world’s largest industries.

    GlobalData, the trusted intelligence partner to the world’s most successful organizations, has won “Data Solution of the Year for Sales” at the Data Breakthrough Awards, for its Sales Intelligence solution.

    The awards are conducted by Data Breakthrough, an independent market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global data technology market.

    GlobalData’s Sales Intelligence solution is a data driven, AI-powered, and expert curated solution that supports and guides B2B sales activities and effectiveness in real-time. It is underpinned by GlobalData’s 50+ years of deep sector expertise across all major industries, unparalleled proprietary data that leverages over 100 million data points, and the expertise of over 2,000 analysts, data scientists, and consultants.

    Jonathan Hardinges, Chief Strategy Officer at GlobalData, says: “We are honored to receive this recognition from Data Breakthrough so soon after the launch of our Sales Intelligence solution last year. Winning this award is evidence of the advanced capabilities that underpin our Sales Intelligence solution and a testament to the expertise of our teams in delivering real business outcomes for our customers.

    “Thanks to the unique advantage of our connected platform and sophisticated data operations, we analyse over 100 million data points to generate highly tailored and actionable insights to support sales performance. The award validates our continued commitment to excellence and innovation.”

    The platform supports the entire B2B sales workflow, from prioritising the most attractive markets and segments and creating highly targeted ideal customer profiles that inform territory planning, to equipping commercial teams with customized sales collateral and real-time insights on prospects and competitors.

    Sales Intelligence also features contextual AI workflows that are purpose-built for unlocking efficiencies and driving value in daily activities across sales, enablement, marketing, and revenue teams at every level.

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  • MIL-OSI: Eviden receives ANSSI standard qualification for its network security solution

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Paris, France – April 4, 2025 – Eviden, the Atos Group business leading in digital, cloud, big data and security today announces that it has obtained a standard-level qualification from the French National Agency for Information Systems Security (ANSSI) for its Trustway IP Protect product. This milestone attests to the reliability, robustness and effectiveness of this virtual private network (VPN) in protecting sensitive communications and data.

    Guaranteeing secure communications for businesses of all sizes, Trustway IP Protect ensures protected connectivity across networks, safeguards sensitive information against potential threats and hacking, and guarantees the confidentiality and integrity of IP flows. Based on a cryptographic module developed in France, the Trustway IP Protect range meets IPSec standards and will soon support post-quantum algorithms, as part of its strategic partnership with CryptoNext Security.

    The ANSSI qualification process consists of a rigorous assessment demonstrating the security level of the cybersecurity solutions, their compliance with ANSSI requirements, and the supplier’s credibility. The qualification also establishes compliance with the IPsec DR standard, enabling Trustway IP Protect to be implemented in systems, subject to restricted distribution approval.

    This milestone follows obtaining Trustway’s EAL4+ Common Criteria certification in December 2024, further consolidating Trustway IP Protect’s position as a trusted, benchmark solution for securing critical infrastructures.

    With a standard-level qualification, regulated organizations can deploy Trustway IP Protect with complete confidence, meeting the requirements set by Instruction II No. 901.

    Antoine Schweitzer-Chaput, Director of the Trustway range, Eviden, Atos Group said “Achieving this qualification not only demonstrates our commitment to high-quality security solutions, but also affirms our ability to meet the complex needs of our customers. This achievement is the result of several years’ hard work by our teams, and today enables us to offer a sovereign French solution to all infrastructures constrained by the strictest regulations.”

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    About Eviden1

    Eviden is a next-gen technology leader in data-driven, trusted and sustainable digital transformation with a strong portfolio of patented technologies. With worldwide leading positions in advanced computing, security, AI, cloud and digital platforms, it provides deep expertise for all industries in more than 47 countries. Bringing together 41,000 world-class talents, Eviden expands the possibilities of data and technology across the digital continuum, now and for generations to come. Eviden is an Atos Group company with an annual revenue of c. € 5 billion.

    About Atos

    Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 78,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 10 billion. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, the Group provides tailored end-to-end solutions for all industries in 68 countries. A pioneer in decarbonization services and products, Atos is committed to a secure and decarbonized digital for its clients. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.

    The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

    Press contact: globalprteam@atos.net

    1 Eviden business is operated through the following brands: AppCentrica, ATHEA, Cloudamize, Cloudreach, Cryptovision, DataSentics, Edifixio, Engage ESM, Evidian, Forensik, IDEAL GRP, In Fidem, Ipsotek, Maven Wave, Profit4SF, SEC Consult, Visual BI, X-Perion.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Launches Galaxy Tab S10FE Series in India, Starting at INR 42999

    Source: Samsung

     
    Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the launch of Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Tab S10 FE+, offering new entry points to the Galaxy ecosystem on a premium tablet design. Equipped with the largest screen yet on the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series and slimmer bezels that expand its display, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ provides a fun, immersive viewing experience for everything from entertainment to studying and day-to-day tasks. Samsung’s intelligent features empower users to get more done with ease, while a slimmer design helps users to achieve their creativity and productivity on the go.
     
    “At Samsung, we are committed to bringing world-class innovation to everyone, and the launch of the new Galaxy Tab S10FE series is a testament to that vision. With Galaxy AI capabilities making their debut on our FE tablets, we are making cutting-edge technology more accessible than ever. The Galaxy S10 FE series will empower Galaxy users to maximize their creativity and productivity, and help us consolidate our market leadership in India’s tablet segment,” said Aditya Babbar, Vice President, MX Business, Samsung India.
     
    Stunning Display
    Combining the Galaxy Tab S series’ heritage design with slim bezels, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+’s 13.1-inch display offers immersive entertainment on a screen that’s almost 12% larger than its predecessor. Smooth visuals enabled by a 90Hz refresh rate and new levels of visibility that goes up to 800 nits in High Brightness Mode (HBM) ensure an optimal viewing experience when watching videos and gaming on the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series. The Vision Booster’s automatic adjustments enhance brightness and visibility even in ever-changing outdoor environments while blue-light emissions are safely reduced to minimize eye strain, meeting every unique viewing need.
     
    Robust Performance and Versatile Design
    The Galaxy Tab S10 FE series boosts productivity when working or studying, and delivers fast, smooth gameplay without interruption. The performance upgrades enable the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series users to switch effortlessly between multiple apps, allowing for improved multitasking. And when capturing everyday moments in the classroom or in workspaces, a newly upgraded 13MP rear camera produces clear and vivid photos.
     
    These versatile experiences, from powerful work to seamless play, accompany users everywhere they go. Now more than 4% lighter than its predecessor, Galaxy Tab S10 FE is even easier to carry around. The Galaxy S10 Tab FE series offers hassle-free storage and mobility at home, on campus, in the workplace and elsewhere with its slim design. Engineered for resilience and durability to withstand the elements, the FE series comes with IP68 rating.
     
    Advances Features
    Building on Samsung’s legacy of delivering premium experiences across the Galaxy ecosystem, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ and Galaxy Tab S10 FE are the first models in the FE series to come equipped with cutting-edge AI capabilities right out of the box, fueling user productivity.
     
    Fan-favourite Circle to Search with Google allows you to search what you see on your tablet without switching apps. Quickly get the info you need, translate text on screen or get homework help with step-by-step explanations – all on one large screen.
    Samsung Notes features like Solve Math for quick calculations of handwriting and text, and Handwriting Help to tidy up notes easily, make notetaking easier than ever so users can stay focused in the moment.
    AI assistants are instantly launched with a single tap of the Galaxy AI Key on the Book Cover Keyboard. Plus, AI assistants can be customized based on users’ preferences for a more personalized experience.
    An upgraded Object Eraser lets users effortlessly remove unwanted objects from photos, with automatic suggestions for quick and easy edits.
    Newly introduced Best Face ensures perfect group photos by selecting and combining the best expressions and features.
    Auto Trim brings cherished moments to life by sifting through multiple videos to seamlessly compile highlight reels.
    The Galaxy Tab S10 FE series also serves as the perfect canvas for creativity with pre-loaded apps and tools including LumaFusion, Goodnotes, Clip Studio Paint and more, alongside other spotlight apps like Noteshelf 3, Sketchbook and Picsart.
     
    For an even more intuitive AI experience, the FE series seamlessly integrates with other Samsung Galaxy devices. Similar to the Galaxy Tab S10 series, users can access a comprehensive overview of their home status with the Home Insight widget dashboard and 3D Map View feature. Summarized status updates of SmartThings-enabled devices give users peace of mind when out and about.
     
    Knox Security
    As with any Galaxy device, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series is fortified by Samsung Knox, Samsung’s defense-grade, multi-layer security platform built to safeguard critical information and protect against vulnerabilities with end-to-end hardware, real-time threat detection and collaborative protection.
     
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  • MIL-OSI China: Chinese children’s books foster cultural exchanges through stories

    Source: China State Council Information Office 3

    The 62nd Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF) has once again brought together the global children’s publishing community, attracting more than 1,500 exhibitors from over 90 countries and regions.

    As one of the most influential events in the professional publishing calendar, this year’s fair — held from March 31 to April 3 — is expected to draw over 20,000 industry visitors. Among the key highlights, Chinese children’s books stood out for their cultural richness, creative storytelling, and growing appeal in international markets.

    Led by China National Publications Import & Export (Group) Corporation, the Chinese delegation brought together more than 40 prominent publishers, offering a wide selection of titles ranging from picture books and children’s literature to science education. At the center of the exhibition hall, the China Pavilion’s “Premium Chinese Children’s Books” section featured acclaimed original works, including popular properties such as Ne Zha.

    “Children’s books serve as an important window for the world to understand Chinese culture,” said Elena Pasoli, director of the Bologna Children’s Book Fair. She noted the increasing global attention Chinese books have received in recent years due to their diverse content, innovative formats, and cultural depth.

    This year, China’s presence at the fair was particularly strong. Many publishers introduced new titles and engaged in rights negotiations aimed at broadening their global footprint. Among the most anticipated projects was Let’s Retrace the Silk Roads, a science-themed picture book co-developed by Beijing Step By Step International Publishing Co. Ltd and UNESCO. Through engaging narratives and vivid illustrations, the series brings to life the cultural exchanges, historical transformations, and folklore of the ancient Silk Road.

    “The Silk Road is more than just an ancient trade route; it symbolizes cultural fusion,” said Mehrdad Shabahang, head of the UNESCO Silk Roads Programme. “We hope these stories will help children worldwide appreciate the diversity of civilizations and the value of mutual respect.”

    Fan Liang, chairman of Step By Step Publishing, said the book series has already been translated into five languages and published in multiple countries. Following its debut at Bologna, four more international publishers have expressed interest in acquiring the rights.

    Beyond book exhibitions, the fair continues to serve as a vital platform for industry dialogue. Key topics this year included the so-called “reading crisis,” the impact of artificial intelligence, and the future of sustainable publishing.

    Children’s book markets around the world are grappling with major challenges. According to the Italian Publishers Association (AIE), sales of children’s and young adult books in Italy totaled 258.2 million euros (286.91 million U.S. dollars) in 2024 — a decline for the first time since 2020. The data also showed that 74 percent of Italian children aged 0-14 read fewer than six printed books per year, while four percent do not read at all. Screen time on digital devices now triples the time spent reading.

    In Britain, The Bookseller magazine reported that teen reading frequency has fallen to its lowest level in two decades, as digital entertainment continues to compete for young readers’ attention. At the same time, artificial intelligence is reshaping the publishing landscape, influencing both illustration and production models.

    In response to these trends, Chinese publishers are actively exploring new approaches — from cross-border collaborations to digital innovation. Phoenix Publishing and Media Group set up an independent booth at the fair, presenting key titles such as The Three-Body Problem graphic novel, Moving Dinosaurs pop-up book, and the Loving Bridge picture book series. The company also launched the “Oriental Doll Original Picture Book Award,” inviting global submissions to foster creative exchange.

    On the evening of March 31, China received further recognition as the Bologna Children’s Book Fair awarded the Bologna Prize for Best Children’s Publishers of the Year to Chinese publisher Everafter Books. The honor marks a significant milestone for China’s growing influence in international publishing.

    “China’s publishing industry still has vast potential in global markets,” said Zhang Mingzhou, former president of the International Board on Books for Young People. “To succeed, we must deepen our understanding of global readers and refine our storytelling approaches.”

    Former Italian Ambassador to China Alberto Bradanini underscored the importance of children’s books in promoting intercultural understanding. “Investing in children’s development is investing in the future,” he told Xinhua, adding that Chinese children’s books are playing an increasingly vital role in global cultural exchange. 

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    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: US’ reciprocal tariffs spark global backlash

    Source: China State Council Information Office 3

    U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of new reciprocal tariffs on imports from all trading partners has drawn backlash from countries around the world, with countermeasures already pledged by some.

    The universal tariffs imposed by the United States — a 10-percent “minimum baseline tariff” to be imposed on all imports — will take effect on April 5, and the “individualized reciprocal higher tariff” on the countries and regions with which the United States “has the largest trade deficits” will take effect on April 9, according to a White House document.

    “Resentment Day”

    On social media platform X, Czech Minister of Industry and Trade Lukas Vlcek called Trump’s new tariffs a “mistake.” Also, Manfred Weber, the leader of the European People’s Party and a member of the European Parliament, called April 2 — the new tariff announcement day dubbed by Trump as “liberation day” for the United States — as “resentment day.”

    “Donald Trump’s tariffs don’t defend fair trade: They attack it out of fear and hurt both sides of the Atlantic,” he said.

    European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday expressed deep regret over the U.S. move in a statement, calling it “a major blow to the world economy,” and warned against a devastating impact. “The global economy will massively suffer,” she said. “Uncertainty will spiral and trigger the rise of further protectionism. The consequences will be dire for millions of people around the globe.”

    Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo on Thursday said the United States’ new tariffs are “unfair and unjustified” in an interview with radio station RNE, adding that the Spanish government will take action to protect companies and consumers from the effects of the tariffs.

    Speaking to local media on Thursday morning, British Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said he is “disappointed” by the additional tariffs imposed on Britain, noting the 10-percent tariff is not a “fair reflection of how we currently trade.”

    In Asia, Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi on Thursday expressed “serious concern” about the U.S. decision to impose reciprocal tariffs, saying the new tariffs could have a “big negative impact” on the global economy and the multilateral trade system.

    South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who is serving as acting president following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol, told an emergency meeting on economic security in Seoul: “As the global tariff war is coming to a reality, the government should pour out all of its capabilities to overcome a trade crisis.”

    The German Institute for Economic Research in a statement issued on Wednesday ahead of Trump’s new tariffs announcement warned that the United States has made a significant departure from multilateralism in its trade policy. The introduction of new, extensive tariffs poses a serious threat to global supply chains.

    Grave concerns among businesses

    Business leaders in Britain voiced concerns on Wednesday that the new tariffs on their exports, even at 10 percent, could weigh heavily on British industries. Rain Newton-Smith, chief executive of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), said: “There are no winners in a trade war. Today’s announcements are deeply troubling for businesses and will have significant ramifications around the world.”

    The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) believed small exporters in the country would be hard hit, as 59 percent of them trade with the United States. “Tariffs will cause untold damage to small businesses trying to trade their way into profit,” said Tina McKenzie, the FSB’s policy chair.

    The Manufacturers Association of Israel (MAI) said in a statement Thursday that the United States imposing a 17-percent tariff on imports from Israel is worrying. “The decision of the U.S. President to apply the tariff policy to Israel could harm Israel’s economic stability, deter foreign investment in the economy, and weaken the competitiveness of Israeli companies in the U.S. market,” it said in a statement.

    On Tuesday, Israel announced the lifting of all tariffs imposed on imports from the United States, but the move failed to avert the new tariffs imposed by the United States.

    Countermeasures pledged

    In Paris, French government spokesperson Sophie Primas said on Thursday the European Union (EU) is ready for a trade war, with retaliatory tariffs to be imposed on all goods and service products from the United States by the end of April.

    The initial levies in retaliation to the U.S. tariffs on EU steel and aluminum products would be put in place around mid-April, and the tariffs targeting all American imports are expected to be ready probably by the end of April, she said when speaking to the broadcaster RTL on Wednesday.

    In response to the U.S. tariffs, Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer told business leaders gathering at 10 Downing Street on Thursday morning that the close ally of the United States is “prepared.” “Decisions we take in the coming days and weeks will be guided only by our national interest. In the interest of our economy,” Starmer said.

    On Wednesday before Trump’s announcement of the new tariffs, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reiterated her call for negotiations to avoid a trade war with the United States, while signaling a shift away from her previous opposition to European retaliatory tariffs.

    “We must work in every way to avert a trade war,” she said during a cultural event. “But this obviously does not rule out considering appropriate responses to defend our industries if necessary.”

    In Brazil, the National Congress passed legislation allowing the South American country to impose reciprocal trade and environmental measures in response to foreign restrictions, on Wednesday just hours after Trump’s announcement of the sweeping tariffs.

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    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: National Aquatics Center marks 15th annual ‘Light It Blue’ autism awareness event

    Source: China State Council Information Office 2

    The National Aquatics Center in Beijing illuminates its iconic blue lights on April 2, 2025, to mark World Autism Awareness Day. [Photo provided to China.org.cn]
    The National Aquatics Center in Beijing, a venue that has hosted two Olympics, illuminated its facade in blue on Wednesday to mark World Autism Awareness Day for the 15th consecutive year. The event seeks to raise public awareness and promote inclusivity for people with autism.
    This year’s event underscored the values of fairness, unity and perseverance — core principles of sportsmanship — while spreading the message “Respect differences, light up hope.”
    Since its inception in 2011, the venue has been a hub for autism awareness initiatives. Over the past decade, it has hosted public art exhibitions featuring over 5,000 paintings created by children with autism and youth volunteers. Additionally, it has organized more than 10 sports events for disabled individuals, drawing over 6,000 in-person attendees and generating over 450,000 online interactions.
    In 2025, the “Light It Blue” campaign expanded nationwide, with many landmark buildings across China joining in to illuminate their facades in blue. Notable participants included the National Speed Skating Oval, Shanghai Jinmao Tower and Shanghai Pudong Library, all of which displayed their exteriors in blue and broadcast autism awareness messages.

    Children with autism and their families try out curling at the National Aquatics Center in Beijing, April 2, 2025. [Photo provided to China.org.cn]
    Activities at the National Aquatics Center included a range of diverse events. The “family day” featured an interactive curling experience at the Center’s underground ice sports arena, encouraging family bonding through friendly competition. An art exhibition showcased 200 artworks created by young artists with autism, volunteers and musicians, promoting creative expression and communication.

    Artworks by individuals with autism on display at the National Aquatics Center in Beijing, April 2, 2025. [Photo provided to China.org.cn]
    Additionally, a social welfare workshop incorporated art therapy activities such as tactile clay painting and traditional Chinese velvet flower crafts. These activities aimed to enhance sensory development and improve fine motor skills for children with autism.

    Children with autism and their parents engage in a handcraft workshop at the National Aquatics Center in Beijing, April 2, 2025. [Photo provided to China.org.cn]
    A notable highlight was a forum examining the role of technology in creating a more inclusive society for individuals with autism. Speakers from special education, rehabilitation and psychology discussed innovative ways to utilize artificial intelligence to improve inclusive education and support services for individuals with autism. Participants underscored their commitment to ensuring equal opportunities in education, health care, employment and community involvement.
    The “Light It Blue” campaign’s impact extended beyond Beijing, with parallel events held nationwide. In Nanjing, Jiangsu province, families and volunteers participated in a charity market, selling handmade crafts and artwork to fund autism support programs. Additionally, experts and parents gave public lectures to share insights on autism care.
    In Shanghai, hundreds of paintings by autistic youth were exhibited at the Shanghai Jinmao Tower observatory and a cultural and art development center in the Pudong New Area.
    In Zhuhai, Guangdong province, autism families, social workers and non-profits from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area gathered for a screening of China’s first autism-themed documentary, “Uniquely You.” An accompanying art exhibition highlighted the experiences and aspirations of autistic children, advocating for greater societal acceptance and support.
    As the “Light It Blue” campaign expands, the National Aquatics Center remains dedicated to its social responsibility of promoting inclusivity for individuals with autism.
    Looking ahead, the venue will continue to champion autism awareness and explore innovative ways to promote a more inclusive environment for all.

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    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: Chinese scientists use AI model in colorectal cancer treatment

    Source: China State Council Information Office 2

    Chinese researchers have used artificial intelligence (AI) to reduce unnecessary surgical resection in colorectal cancer patients after local excision, the South China University of Technology (SCUT), located in Guangdong Province in south China, said on Wednesday.
    The team developed and validated an AI prediction model to assess the risk of recurrence following local excision of colorectal cancer, using pathological images of endoscopically or transanal surgically resected T1 rectal cancer (RC) specimens.
    Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide, accounting for around 10 percent of all cancer cases. For patients with early-stage colorectal cancer, local resection serves as the primary treatment. However, some high-risk patients still require additional surgeries to prevent recurrence, which not only increases the physical burden but also significantly diminishes their quality of life.
    Researchers from the SCUT and Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital developed an artificial neural network model to predict recurrence risk in T1 RC patients — thereby providing physicians and patients with guidance for post-excision decision-making.
    The AI-based prediction model has helped reduce unnecessary additional surgeries by about 34.9 percent in all enrolled patients, compared with the current U.S. guideline in this regard.
    The model not only aids physicians in decision-making but also demonstrates the remarkable performance and potential of histopathology image-based AI in predicting tumor behavior, researchers said.
    The study has been published in the European Journal of Surgical Oncology. 

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    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: AI boom paves way for smarter future in Xiong’an

    Source: China State Council Information Office 2

    Dressed in a black bow tie and apron, an AI-powered robotic barista at Migu Cafe in Xiong’an New Area, north China’s Hebei Province, skillfully crafts exquisite coffees, completing each order in just five minutes.
    “It precisely replicates the techniques of world-class masters, having undergone visual training with millions of data samples and 30,000 hours of dual-arm testing,” said Wang Ying, operations manager of the cafe, adding that with sufficient raw materials, it can work tirelessly.
    Since its introduction in 2023, the robot has become a local sensation, drawing in curious customers eager to enjoy its work. “I came here specially for the robot-made coffee, and it tastes pretty good,” a customer commented online.
    In Xiong’an, AI-powered applications have steadily expanded as part of the city’s push to develop future-oriented industries and build a smart, livable city that is innovative, green and free from “urban ills.”
    Official data shows that Xiong’an has attracted over 50 AI-related companies to date.
    One such high-tech business is Pulong Technology Co., Ltd., which settled in Xiong’an in 2019, and it has since become a manufacturer of AI inspection robots.
    Equipped with sensors, high-precision cameras, and cutting-edge computing chips, these robot monitors can identify on-site information and provide real-time alerts and warnings. “They can replace manual inspections in dangerous environments with more accuracy and efficiency, thus reducing potential safety risks,” said Zhao Yan, Pulong Technology’s marketing director.
    Currently, the company’s products are widely used in Xiong’an’s electricity sector, especially in power distribution rooms. The achievement, Zhao noted, wouldn’t have been possible without governmental backing. “We have enjoyed customized working facilities and expanded market opportunities in the city,” Zhao said.
    In addition to policy support, the construction of digital infrastructure, represented by the Xiong’an Urban Computing Center, has laid a solid foundation for the R&D and application of AI in the city.
    As the “smart brain” of the city, the center has used AI and other advanced technologies to achieve real-time, refined, and intelligent urban management. It has also recently integrated the DeepSeek large model to enhance its services for residents.
    From digital roads that calculate traffic flow and improve traffic efficiency to the AI-powered platforms helping community workers spot and resolve urban management issues promptly, these innovations have enabled residents to enjoy a higher-quality life in a smarter city, said Li Nan, a supervisor at Xiong’an Cloud Network Technology Co., Ltd.
    As a resident, Wang is confident about the future of AI in Xiong’an. “With more use cases and talents, I believe the city will become a global exemplar of AI integration in urban governance,” she said. 

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    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: China’s Tomb-sweeping Day blends tech, eco-tributes

    Source: China State Council Information Office 2

    As China marks Qingming (Tomb Sweeping) Festival on Friday, a day for honoring one’s ancestors, new digital tools and eco-friendly practices are reshaping how millions observe the ancient tradition.

    A person pays tribute to martyrs at a martyrs’ cemetery in Jurong, east China’s Jiangsu Province, April 3, 2025. People across the country attended various activities to pay tribute to martyrs ahead of the Qingming Festival, which falls on April 4 this year. (Photo by Zhong Xueman/Xinhua)
    An hour’s drive to the north of downtown Beijing lies the town of Shisanling, which gets its name from 13 imperial mausoleums of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Today, its green valleys are home to public cemeteries where common people are buried.
    For the convenience of those who could not come to site to pay tribute to their ancestors, authorities of the town have launched a “cloud memorial” mini-program on the social media platform WeChat, enabling them to offer online tributes.
    Users can upload photos and videos of their loved ones, create personalized digital memorial albums, and even generate AI-powered avatars to preserve memories of their ancestors.
    “As Qingming arrives once again, I present this bunch of virtual flowers to you. Though free from any sweet scent, they carry with them my grief and longing,” read one message posted on the mini-program.
    Chinese people hold a deep and enduring reverence for ancestral traditions. In 2008, the government designated Qingming Festival as a public holiday — a decision that carried both cultural and practical significance.
    As waves of urbanization drew millions away from their hometowns to study or work, the holiday provided not only a moment to honor ancestors at family grave sites, but also an opportunity to return home and reunite with loved ones.
    However, not everyone can make the long journey home. At Shisanling, an innovative solution has been offered.
    The digital memorial program also supports “digital tombstones” – virtual profiles tied to physical graves via unique QR codes – providing convenient access to memorial services.
    More than 100,000 people have used the platform, with over 20,000 digital tombstones created.
    Many mourners have expressed their appreciation for the service, as they can now commemorate their ancestors without the need to undertake arduous journeys, said one cemetery worker.
    While the centuries-old Qingming custom of burning joss paper persists in China, an eco-conscious movement is reshaping ancestral remembrance.
    The Fushouyuan cemetery in Yinchuan, capital city of northwest China’s Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, offers water-soluble stationery for mourners to write messages to the departed, reducing the environmental impact of such rituals.
    Funerals are of great importance in China, and the extravagance of one’s funeral and tomb was once used to judge the filial piety of one’s descendants. However, the concept of green burials, aiming at curbing extravagance and advocating eco-friendly burials, is gaining in popularity.
    Fushouyuan conducted a ceremony to bury six biodegradable urns beneath ceremonial lawns ahead of this year’s Qingming. Since 2010, over 6,300 deceased individuals across Ningxia have opted for various forms of green burials.
    Shenyang, the capital city of Liaoning, China’s northernmost coastal province, will cover the cost of up to 5,300 sea burials this year. Municipal authorities will also extend monetary incentives for tree pod burials, lawn interments and floral burials, offering more options for eco-friendly funerary solutions.
    “From incense smoke rising at grave sites to digital offerings in cloud memorials, China’s ancestral rites are embracing the advancement of society and technology,” said Qi Xin, a researcher with the Liaoning Academy of Social Sciences. “While the expressions of remembrance vary, what never fades is that timeless human thread — cherishing the memories of our loved ones.”

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    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: China accelerates humanoid robot development for diverse applications

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, April 4 — At the Zhongguancun International Innovation Center in Beijing, the humanoid robot Kuavo has become a familiar sight, effortlessly handling reception duties, responding to visitor inquiries, and guiding guests in finding their way through the facility.

    “Standing 1.7 meters tall with advanced cognitive capabilities, Kuavo is our next-generation service robot,” said Guo Da, sales manager at Shenzhen-based Leju Robotics. “Currently deployed in universities, exhibition halls and automotive plants, the model is set to enter homes and offer services in the future.”

    The recently concluded 2025 Zhongguancun Forum highlighted China’s progress in robotics, featuring nearly 100 humanoid models performing tasks ranging from musical performances to event hosting.

    Driven by rapid advancement in embodied intelligence, China’s humanoid robots are evolving at an accelerated pace, extending their reach into both industrial and household applications.

    Industry data underscores China’s growing leadership in the relevant field. According to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the country holds over 190,000 active robotics patents, accounting for roughly two-thirds of the global total.

    According to the Chinese Institute of Electronics, China’s humanoid robot market is projected to reach 870 billion yuan (about 120 billion U.S. dollars) by 2030.

    Several advanced models are already entering commercial use. Developed by the Beijing Innovation Center of Humanoid Robots, the Tiangong Ultra robot is capable of running at 12 km per hour and climbing 35-cm steps, and is preparing for an upcoming humanoid robot marathon.

    Meanwhile, Walker S1, developed by the Shenzhen-based tech company UBTECH, is undergoing precision quality inspections at an Audi production facility.

    Government support is further accelerating development. Beijing recently unveiled a three-year action plan for embodied intelligence innovation and industrial growth, backed by a 100-billion-yuan fund. Similar initiatives are underway in Guangdong, Sichuan and Shanxi provinces.

    Beijing has identified embodied intelligence as a key focus for next-generation AI development, now transitioning from research to commercialization, said Su Guobin, deputy director of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Information Technology.

    The development prospects of the industry have been impressive. Leju Robotics Chairman Leng Xiaokun noted that Kuavo received 250 orders in the first quarter, surpassing the company’s half-year target.

    Unitree Robotics Vice General Manager Wang Qizhou has emphasized efforts to boost production efficiency while shifting from pre-trained to autonomous adaptive systems.

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  • MIL-OSI: Quadient Recognized in Inaugural 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Accounts Payable Applications

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Paris

    Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections, announces it has been recognized in the first ever 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Accounts Payable Applications. A Gartner Magic Quadrant is a culmination of research in a specific market, giving a wide-angle view of the relative positions of the market’s competitors.1

    The cloud-based Quadient AP solution automates and streamlines accounts payable (AP) processes, eliminating tedious manual data entry and reducing errors and processing time through the power of AI and automation. Additionally, it enhances visibility into financial workflows, enabling better decision-making and improved cash flow management, as well as ensuring compliance and strengthening security.

    “We believe our inclusion in the inaugural Gartner Magic Quadrant for Accounts Payable Applications reflects Quadient’s commitment to transforming AP with AI-driven automation that eliminates labor-intensive manual workflows, accelerates processes and strengthens compliance,” said Chris Hartigan, chief solution officer, Digital, Quadient. “Quadient’s digital automation SaaS offering, including Quadient AP, delivers unquestionable customer benefits—from cost savings to greater user experience and data security—empowering financial teams in highly regulated industries to make AP faster, easier and more collaborative.”

    Beyond accounts payables, Quadient’s SaaS digital automation platform also streamlines accounts receivable, e-invoicing, customer communications and document automation management. For more information about Quadient AP, visit www.quadient.com/en/ap-automation.

    Gartner Disclaimer
    Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Accounts Payable Applications,  Mike Helsel, Miles Onafowora, et al., 19 March 2025. GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally, and MAGIC QUADRANT is a registered trademark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates and are used herein with permission. All rights reserved. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

    About Quadient®
    Quadient is a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections through digital and physical channels. Quadient supports businesses of all sizes in their digital transformation and growth journey, unlocking operational efficiency and creating meaningful customer experiences. Listed in compartment B of Euronext Paris (QDT) and part of the CAC® Mid & Small and EnterNext® Tech 40 indices, Quadient shares are eligible for PEA-PME investing. For more information about Quadient, visit http://www.quadient.com/en/.

    Contacts

    Sandy Armstrong, Sterling Kilgore   Joe Scolaro, Quadient         
    VP of Media & Communications   Global Press Relations Manager
    +1-630-699-8979   +1 203-301-3673
    sarmstrong@sterlingkilgore.com   j.scolaro@quadient.com

    1 Gartner Research Methodologies, Gartner Magic Quadrant, 28 March 2025
    www.gartner.com/en/research/methodologies/magic-quadrants-research

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  • MIL-OSI: Subsea7 awarded contract in the US

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Luxembourg – 4 April 2025 – Subsea 7 S.A. (Oslo Børs: SUBC, ADR: SUBCY) announced today the award of a sizeable1 contract by Shell Offshore Inc. for the Sparta deepwater development in the US.

    The project involves the transportation and installation of a floating production system (FPS) at Garden Banks block 959, which is located off the southeastern coast of Louisiana at water depths of up to 1,635 metres. 

    Project management and engineering activities will begin immediately at Subsea7’s office in Houston, Texas, with offshore operations expected to start in 2027.

    Craig Broussard, Senior Vice President for Subsea7 Gulf of Mexico, said, “We are proud to continue our collaboration with Shell in the US, building on past projects, including the recent Vito development. We look forward to playing a key role in the successful delivery of the Sparta project.” 

    1. Subsea7 defines a sizeable contract as being between $50 million and $150 million.

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    Subsea7 is a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the evolving energy industry, creating sustainable value by being the industry’s partner and employer of choice in delivering the efficient offshore solutions the world needs.

    Subsea7 is listed on the Oslo Børs (SUBC), ISIN LU0075646355, LEI 222100AIF0CBCY80AH62.

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    Contact for investment community enquiries:
    Katherine Tonks
    Investor Relations Director
    Tel +44 20 8210 5568
    ir@subsea7.com

    Contact for media enquiries:
    Ashley Shearer
    Communications Manager
    Tel +1 713 300 6792
    ashley.shearer@subsea7.com

    Forward-Looking Statements: This document may contain ‘forward-looking statements’ (within the meaning of the safe harbour provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). These statements relate to our current expectations, beliefs, intentions, assumptions or strategies regarding the future and are subject to known and unknown risks that could cause actual results, performance or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these statements. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as ‘anticipate’, ‘believe’, ‘estimate’, ‘expect’, ‘future’, ‘goal’, ‘intend’, ‘likely’ ‘may’, ‘plan’, ‘project’, ‘seek’, ‘should’, ‘strategy’ ‘will’, and similar expressions. The principal risks which could affect future operations of the Group are described in the ‘Risk Management’ section of the Group’s Annual Report and Consolidated Financial Statements. Factors that may cause actual and future results and trends to differ materially from our forward-looking statements include (but are not limited to): (i) our ability to deliver fixed price projects in accordance with client expectations and within the parameters of our bids, and to avoid cost overruns; (ii) our ability to collect receivables, negotiate variation orders and collect the related revenue; (iii) our ability to recover costs on significant projects; (iv) capital expenditure by oil and gas companies, which is affected by fluctuations in the price of, and demand for, crude oil and natural gas; (v) unanticipated delays or cancellation of projects included in our backlog; (vi) competition and price fluctuations in the markets and businesses in which we operate; (vii) the loss of, or deterioration in our relationship with, any significant clients; (viii) the outcome of legal proceedings or governmental inquiries; (ix) uncertainties inherent in operating internationally, including economic, political and social instability, boycotts or embargoes, labour unrest, changes in foreign governmental regulations, corruption and currency fluctuations; (x) the effects of a pandemic or epidemic or a natural disaster; (xi) liability to third parties for the failure of our joint venture partners to fulfil their obligations; (xii) changes in, or our failure to comply with, applicable laws and regulations (including regulatory measures addressing climate change); (xiii) operating hazards, including spills, environmental damage, personal or property damage and business interruptions caused by adverse weather; (xiv) equipment or mechanical failures, which could increase costs, impair revenue and result in penalties for failure to meet project completion requirements; (xv) the timely delivery of vessels on order and the timely completion of ship conversion programmes; (xvi) our ability to keep pace with technological changes and the impact of potential information technology, cyber security or data security breaches; (xvii) global availability at scale and commercially viability of suitable alternative vessel fuels; and (xviii) the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting. Many of these factors are beyond our ability to control or predict. Given these uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of this document. We undertake no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

    This stock exchange release was published by Katherine Tonks, Investor Relations, Subsea7, on 4 April 2025 at 08:00 CET.

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  • MIL-OSI: NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF JLT MOBILE COMPUTERS

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    The shareholders of JLT Mobile Computers AB (publ) are hereby invited to the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 4:00 pm at PM & Vänner Hotel, Västergatan 10 in Växjö, Sweden.

    RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE 

    The right to participate in the meeting is granted to those who are registered as shareholders in the share register maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB as of Monday, April 28, 2025, and who have notified their intention to participate no later than Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

    Shareholders who have their shares registered in the name of a nominee, through a bank or other nominee, must re-register the shares in their own name to have the right to participate in the meeting. Such re-registration (so-called voting rights registration), which may be temporary, must be completed by Monday, April 28, 2025, which means that shareholders wishing such re-registration must notify the nominee well in advance of this date. Voting rights registrations completed no later than April 30, 2025, will be considered in the preparation of the share register.

    The company has a total of 28,712,000 shares and votes. The company holds no own shares.

    NOTIFICATION OF PARTICIPATION

    Notification can be made in writing to JLT Mobile Computers AB (publ), Isbjörnsvägen 3, 352 45 Växjö (mark the envelope “Annual General Meeting”), via email to rebecka.johansson@jltmobile.com, or by phone at 0470-53 03 00 (weekdays 9:00–16:00). The notification should include the name, personal ID number or organization number, number of shares, daytime phone number, and, if applicable, the number of assistants (maximum two) intended to accompany the shareholder at the meeting. If a shareholder intends to be represented by a proxy, the power of attorney and other authorization documents should be attached to the notification. Proxy forms are available on the company’s website, www.jltmobile.com/investor-relations, and can also be ordered from the company at the above address.

    PROPOSED AGENDA

    1. Opening of the meeting
    2. Election of chairman of the meeting
    3. Preparation and approval of the voting list
    4. Approval of the agenda for the meeting
    5. Election of one or two adjusters
    6. Determination of whether the meeting has been duly convened
    7. Presentation of the annual report and auditor’s report as well as the consolidated financial statements and consolidated auditor’s report
    8. Resolutions on:
      a) Adoption of the income statement and balance sheet as well as the consolidated income statement and consolidated balance sheet
      b) Appropriation of the company’s profit according to the adopted balance sheet
      c) Discharge from liability for the board members and the CEO
    9. Determination of the number of board members and deputy board members as well as auditors and deputy auditors
    10. Determination of fees for the board and the auditor
    11. Election of the board and auditor
    12. Proposal for resolution on the nomination committee
    13. The board’s proposal for resolution on authorization to issue shares
    14. Closing of the meeting

    DIVIDEND (ITEM 8b)

    The board proposes that no dividend be paid for the financial year 2024 and that the company’s profit be carried forward.

    BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND AUDITOR ETC. (ITEMS 2, 9-11) 

    The company’s nomination committee, consisting of Emil Hjalmarsson (AB Grenspecialisten), chairman, Jan Olofsson (own holding), and Wilhelm Gruvberg (Alcur Fonder), proposes:

    • that Ola Blomberg be elected chairman of the meeting,
    • that the board consists of six members without deputies,
    • that the company has one auditor without deputies,
    • that the board’s remuneration be set at a total of SEK 700,000, of which SEK 200,000 to the chairman of the board and SEK 100,000 each to the other members,
    • that the auditor’s fee be paid according to an approved invoice,
    • that the board members Ola Blomberg, Jan Sjöwall, Jessica Svenmar, Per Ädelroth, and Karl Hill be re-elected and that Tommy Svensson be newly elected as a board member for the period until the end of the next annual general meeting,
    • that Ola Blomberg be re-elected as chairman of the board, and
    • that Luminor Revision AB be elected as the company’s auditor for the period until the end of the next annual general meeting, with Tommy Jonasson intended to be the principal auditor.

    Information about the board member proposed for new election

    Tommy Svensson has extensive experience in board work and corporate management through strategic work, corporate governance, and leadership in both international and national environments. Tommy Svensson has solid business and financial knowledge through his background as CFO for companies in both private equity and public environments. Tommy is currently the CEO of TSS Consult & Invest AB and holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Auditing.

    Tommy Svensson’s previous experience includes roles such as CFO for Johbeco AB, Hemtex AB, KappAhl AB, Vårdapoteket i Norden AB, Jetshop AB, among others. Additionally, he has acted as an advisor to several companies and in acquisitions and mergers in the Nordic market. Tommy Svensson has completed board training and has held several board assignments over the past 20 years.

    Tommy Svensson holds 1,516,000 shares in the company.

    NOMINATION COMMITTEE (ITEM 12) 
    The company’s major shareholders propose that the company have a nomination committee consisting of three members, with one member appointed by each of the three largest shareholders in the company. The chairman of the nomination committee shall, unless the members agree otherwise, be the member appointed by the largest shareholder. The nomination committee shall have the opportunity to co-opt the chairman of the company’s board.

    The nomination committee shall, ahead of the Annual General Meeting 2026, be constituted based on shareholder statistics as of the last banking day in September 2025 and other shareholder information available to the company at that time. The chairman of the company’s board shall convene an inaugural meeting for the nomination committee when shareholder statistics are available. If, during the nomination committee’s mandate period, one or more of the shareholders who appointed members to the nomination committee no longer belong to the three largest shareholders, the members appointed by these shareholders shall resign, and new shareholders in order of size shall be offered the opportunity to appoint members, however, only three shareholders in order of size need to be consulted.

    Unless special reasons exist, no changes shall be made to the composition of the nomination committee if only marginal changes in voting rights have occurred or if the change occurs later than three months before the Annual General Meeting.

    The majority of the nomination committee members shall be independent in relation to the company and the company management. The CEO or other person from the company management shall not be a member of the nomination committee. At least one of the nomination committee members shall be independent in relation to the largest shareholder or group of shareholders acting in concert regarding the company’s management. Board members shall not constitute a majority of the nomination committee members. If more than one board member is included in the nomination committee, at most one of them may be dependent in relation to the company’s major shareholders.

    No remuneration shall be paid to the nomination committee members. If necessary, the company shall cover reasonable costs for external consultants deemed necessary by the nomination committee to fulfill its assignment.

    The composition of the nomination committee shall be announced through a separate press release as soon as the nomination committee is appointed and no later than six months before the Annual General Meeting. The information shall also be available on the company’s website, where it shall also be stated how shareholders can submit proposals to the nomination committee. The nomination committee shall prepare proposals on the following matters to be presented to the Annual General Meeting 2025 for resolution:

    • proposal for chairman of the meeting;
    • proposal for the board;
    • proposal for chairman of the board;
    • proposal for remuneration and other compensation for board assignments to each of the board members and compensation for committee work;
    • proposal for auditor;
    • proposal for remuneration to the company’s auditor; and
    • proposal for instructions for the nomination committee ahead of the Annual General Meeting 2027.

    AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE SHARES (ITEM 13)

    The board proposes that the board be authorized, until the next Annual General Meeting, on one or more occasions, to decide on the issuance of up to 2,871,200 shares, which corresponds to 10 percent of the number of shares in the company as of the date of the Annual General Meeting. The board shall have the right to decide on deviations from the shareholders’ preferential rights and provisions regarding non-cash issues, set-off issues, or other conditions. The issue price for the new shares shall be determined based on the market price of the share at the respective issue occasion.

    The purpose of the authorization and the reason for the possible deviation from the shareholders’ preferential rights is to enable the company to appropriately raise capital for financing its operations and for carrying out corporate acquisitions. The CEO is authorized to make formal adjustments to the decision that may be necessary in connection with its registration.

    DOCUMENTATION ETC. 

    The annual report and other decision-making materials are available at the company and on the company’s website, www.jltmobile.com, no later than three weeks before the meeting and will be sent to shareholders who request it and provide their postal address.

    Shareholders are reminded of their right to request information according to Chapter 7, Section 32 of the Swedish Companies Act.

    For information on how your personal data is processed, see Euroclear’s Privacy Policy.
    Privacy-notice-bolagsstammor-engelska.pdf If you have any questions regarding our processing of personal data, you can contact us via email at info@jltmobile.com

    The company’s organization number is 556239-4071 and headquarter is based in Växjö, Sweden.

    Växjö April 2025
    The board directors of JLT Mobile computers AB (publ)

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  • MIL-OSI: Indosuez Wealth Management plans to acquire Banque Thaler

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Press release

    Geneva / Paris / Brussels, 4 April 2025

    Indosuez Wealth Management plans to acquire Banque Thaler

    Indosuez Wealth Management, a subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole Group, has announced that its entity in Switzerland has signed an agreement to purchase the entire capital of Banque Thaler, a Swiss banking institution recognised for the excellence of its services and its long-term expertise in wealth management.

    This acquisition is fully in line with Indosuez Wealth Management’s development strategy, strengthening its position in the Swiss market, the global hub for wealth management, where Indosuez has been present since 1876. Banque Thaler, founded in 1982, is renowned for the excellence of its services and its long-term expertise in wealth management.

    With this acquisition, Banque Thaler and Indosuez clients will have access to a broader range of products and expertise. In particular, Banque Thaler’s clients will be able to benefit from the Group’s solidity, its international network and its multiple capabilities in financing, corporate finance, fund servicing and asset management.

    For Jacques Prost, Chief Executive Officer of Indosuez Wealth Management: “This acquisition strengthens our position in Switzerland and illustrates our determination to provide our clients with solutions that are increasingly tailored to their needs. Indosuez is pursuing its growth strategy in a sector undergoing consolidation and is now a major stakeholder in wealth management in Europe.” Marc-André Poirier, Chief Executive Officer of Indosuez in Switzerland, adds: “We are delighted to welcome Banque Thaler. Following record revenue in 2024, this acquisition will bring our assets under management to nearly €50 billion1. We will work with Banque Thaler’s teams to make this acquisition a success for both clients and employees.”

    Dirk Eelbode, Chief Executive Officer of Banque Thaler: “Indosuez Wealth Management in Switzerland is the ideal partner for Banque Thaler. What our management can offer will not only be maintained but enhanced thanks to the substantial resources made available by a major banking group with exceptional financial strength. This can only benefit our clients. At Indosuez we also find the entrepreneurial spirit that characterises Banque Thaler, and this is a great opportunity for all our employees to join an ambitious growth project. These are all positives that will contribute to our continued goal of being the leading player in Switzerland for our clients.”

    The finalisation of the transaction remains subject to the prior approval of the relevant supervisory authorities, and is expected to be completed in the second half of 2025. This acquisition would bring Indosuez Wealth Management’s total assets under management to nearly €220 billion.
    The impact on Crédit Agricole S.A.’s CET1 ratio would be limited.

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    Indosuez Wealth Management contacts

    Indosuez Wealth Management: Jenny Sensiau I jenny.sensiau@ca-indosuez.com I +33 7 86 22 15 24 
    Indosuez Wealth Management: Melinda Raverdy | melinda.raverdy@ca-indosuez.ch | +41 79 258 7829

    About Indosuez Wealth Management

    Indosuez Wealth Management is the global wealth management brand of the Crédit Agricole Group, the world’s 9th largest bank by balance sheet (The Banker 2024).

    For over 150 years, Indosuez Wealth Management has been helping major private clients, families, entrepreneurs and professional investors to manage their private and professional assets. The bank offers a customised approach enabling each of its clients to preserve and develop their wealth in line with their aspirations. Its teams offer a continuum of services and products including Advisory & Financing, Investment Solutions, Fund Servicing & Technology and Banking Solutions.

    Indosuez Wealth Management employs more than 4,500 people in 16 territories around the world: in Europe (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Monaco, Spain and Switzerland), Asia-Pacific (Hong Kong SAR, New Caledonia and Singapore), the Middle East (Dubai, Abu Dhabi) and Canada (representative office).

    With €215 billion in client assets at the end of December 2024, Indosuez Wealth Management is one of Europe’s leading wealth management companies.

    Find out more at https://ca-indosuez.com/.

    About Indosuez in Switzerland

    Indosuez Wealth Management is one of Switzerland’s leading financial institutions, and is now one of the country’s top three foreign banks.
    The bank in Switzerland handles wealth management, transactional commodity financing and commercial banking. Its roots date back to 1876, when it was established in Geneva. Its teams include more than 800 specialists based in Geneva, Lugano and Zurich, as well as in Asia (Hong Kong and Singapore) and in the Middle East (Abu Dhabi and Dubai). They combine their knowledge of the local environment with the extensive expertise and scope for action of the global network of Indosuez, Crédit Agricole CIB and the Crédit Agricole Group.

    The Swiss platform is in charge of developing Indosuez Wealth Management’s activities in Switzerland, the Middle East and Asia.

    Find out more at www.ca-indosuez.com and at https://switzerland.ca-indosuez.com/

    About Banque Thaler
    Banque Thaler is a Swiss wealth management bank that became independent in 1999 and is mainly owned by its directors. Throughout its existence, it has stood out for its focus on a targeted client base and on its discretionary management services. Serving families and entrepreneurs, its management is based on dynamic asset allocation by integrating solid expertise in selecting alternative funds and private equity. The bank has offices in Geneva and Zurich.

    https://banquethaler.ch/

    1 For CA Indosuez (Switzerland) SA – Pro forma to date

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The Tenth Conference of the Digital Industry of Industrial Russia (CIPR)

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Novosibirsk State University – Novosibirsk State University –

    The tenth conference of the Digital Industry of Industrial Russia (CIPR) will be held on June 3-6, 2025 – the main business event on the digital economy and technologies in Russia.

    All events within the framework of the 10th anniversary of the conference will be held in Nizhny Novgorod on the territory of the Nizhny Novgorod Fair and the youth center “Vysota”. The halls of the Main Fair House will also be used for the business program sessions. The exhibition with Russian IT solutions will be located in mirror pavilions, and a separate pavilion will be built for international participants; negotiations are underway on the participation of foreign companies from China, India, and the Middle East. A large-scale festival for participants and city residents will unfold on the street territory of the Nizhny Novgorod Fair.

    Since 2016, the topic of digital development has been on the periphery of the state and business agenda. At that time, interest in the digitalization of Russian industrial organizations was just emerging, and a platform was needed to unite representatives of government agencies, industry and IT – this is how the conference “Digital Industry of Industrial Russia” was born. Over 10 years, CIPR has grown from an industry project to an international event. The conference is attended by guests and market leaders from all regions of Russia and the countries of the EAEU, SCO and BRICS.

    Since 2022, the CIPR has been hosting a large technology festival, CIPR Tech Week, for young people, the DECIPRALAND art exhibition with the participation of digital artists from all over the world, cyber championships and phygital games that combine real and virtual competitions, and on the last day of the event, the CIPR exhibition opens its doors to guests and residents of the city.

    Today, CIPR is the main event on the digital economy in Russia, where strategically important government decisions are made, initiatives for the development of the IT industry are discussed, and ways to achieve the country’s technological sovereignty in systemically important areas of the economy are determined.

    CIPR promotes the formation of a global digital business environment and opens up broad opportunities for finding partners in the Russian and foreign high-tech markets. Traditionally, CIPR hosts international agreements, investment deals, and an exhibition of digital solutions and high-tech equipment for key industries, where companies demonstrate innovations in AI, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, smart city technologies, etc. The conference also promotes export support for Russian technological solutions.

    — For 10 years, CIPR has been creating a platform for effective dialogue between regulators and key market experts, and has also united the best intellectual IT resources of the country under its leadership. Now we have a responsible task – not only to present the anniversary conference as a reflection and systematization of valuable long-term experience in the digital environment, but also to form a vector for further development of the industry taking into account strategic initiatives and adaptation to changed scenarios of the global economic landscape, including ensuring dialogue with partner countries in the international market, — noted Olga Piven, director of the conference.

    Employees Research Center in the Field of Artificial Intelligence of NSU will take part in the upcoming conference. They also took part in the conference last year. The center has existed since 2023. The main goal of the Center is to develop and prepare for implementation a set of “smart city” technologies using artificial intelligence that would improve the quality of life of citizens and the efficiency of urban economy.

    The event is held with the support of the Government of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media of the Russian Federation and the Government of the Nizhny Novgorod Region.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI China: US announcement of reciprocal tariffs causes worldwide backlash

    Source: China State Council Information Office

    U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of new reciprocal tariffs on imports from all trading partners has drawn backlash from countries around the world, with countermeasures already pledged by some.

    The universal tariffs imposed by the United States — a 10-percent “minimum baseline tariff” to be imposed on all imports — will take effect on April 5, and the “individualized reciprocal higher tariff” on the countries and regions with which the United States “has the largest trade deficits” will take effect on April 9, according to a White House document.

    “Resentment Day”

    On social media platform X, Czech Minister of Industry and Trade Lukas Vlcek called Trump’s new tariffs a “mistake.” Also, Manfred Weber, the leader of the European People’s Party and a member of the European Parliament, called April 2 — the new tariff announcement day dubbed by Trump as “liberation day” for the United States — as “resentment day.”

    “Donald Trump’s tariffs don’t defend fair trade: They attack it out of fear and hurt both sides of the Atlantic,” he said.

    European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday expressed deep regret over the U.S. move in a statement, calling it “a major blow to the world economy,” and warned against a devastating impact. “The global economy will massively suffer,” she said. “Uncertainty will spiral and trigger the rise of further protectionism. The consequences will be dire for millions of people around the globe.”

    Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo on Thursday said the United States’ new tariffs are “unfair and unjustified” in an interview with radio station RNE, adding that the Spanish government will take action to protect companies and consumers from the effects of the tariffs.

    Speaking to local media on Thursday morning, British Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said he is “disappointed” by the additional tariffs imposed on Britain, noting the 10-percent tariff is not a “fair reflection of how we currently trade.”

    In Asia, Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi on Thursday expressed “serious concern” about the U.S. decision to impose reciprocal tariffs, saying the new tariffs could have a “big negative impact” on the global economy and the multilateral trade system.

    South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who is serving as acting president following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol, told an emergency meeting on economic security in Seoul: “As the global tariff war is coming to a reality, the government should pour out all of its capabilities to overcome a trade crisis.”

    The German Institute for Economic Research in a statement issued on Wednesday ahead of Trump’s new tariffs announcement warned that the United States has made a significant departure from multilateralism in its trade policy. The introduction of new, extensive tariffs poses a serious threat to global supply chains.

    Grave concerns among businesses

    Business leaders in Britain voiced concerns on Wednesday that the new tariffs on their exports, even at 10 percent, could weigh heavily on British industries. Rain Newton-Smith, chief executive of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), said: “There are no winners in a trade war. Today’s announcements are deeply troubling for businesses and will have significant ramifications around the world.”

    The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) believed small exporters in the country would be hard hit, as 59 percent of them trade with the United States. “Tariffs will cause untold damage to small businesses trying to trade their way into profit,” said Tina McKenzie, the FSB’s policy chair.

    The Manufacturers Association of Israel (MAI) said in a statement Thursday that the United States imposing a 17-percent tariff on imports from Israel is worrying. “The decision of the U.S. President to apply the tariff policy to Israel could harm Israel’s economic stability, deter foreign investment in the economy, and weaken the competitiveness of Israeli companies in the U.S. market,” it said in a statement.

    On Tuesday, Israel announced the lifting of all tariffs imposed on imports from the United States, but the move failed to avert the new tariffs imposed by the United States.

    Countermeasures pledged

    In Paris, French government spokesperson Sophie Primas said on Thursday the European Union (EU) is ready for a trade war, with retaliatory tariffs to be imposed on all goods and service products from the United States by the end of April.

    The initial levies in retaliation to the U.S. tariffs on EU steel and aluminum products would be put in place around mid-April, and the tariffs targeting all American imports are expected to be ready probably by the end of April, she said when speaking to the broadcaster RTL on Wednesday.

    In response to the U.S. tariffs, Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer told business leaders gathering at 10 Downing Street on Thursday morning that the close ally of the United States is “prepared.” “Decisions we take in the coming days and weeks will be guided only by our national interest. In the interest of our economy,” Starmer said.

    On Wednesday before Trump’s announcement of the new tariffs, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reiterated her call for negotiations to avoid a trade war with the United States, while signaling a shift away from her previous opposition to European retaliatory tariffs.

    “We must work in every way to avert a trade war,” she said during a cultural event. “But this obviously does not rule out considering appropriate responses to defend our industries if necessary.”

    In Brazil, the National Congress passed legislation allowing the South American country to impose reciprocal trade and environmental measures in response to foreign restrictions, on Wednesday just hours after Trump’s announcement of the sweeping tariffs.

    MIL OSI China News –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: SPC Tornado Watch 109 Status Reports

    Source: US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

    Watch 109 Status Reports

    STATUS REPORT #5 ON WW 109

    VALID 040145Z – 040240Z

    SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES RIGHT OF A LINE FROM 15 NNW MLU
    TO 15 WNW LLQ TO 5 SSE LIT.

    ..WEINMAN..04/04/25

    ATTN…WFO…LZK…JAN…SHV…

    &&

    STATUS REPORT FOR WT 109

    SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

    ARC001-003-017-041-043-069-079-095-040240-

    AR
    . ARKANSAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    ARKANSAS ASHLEY CHICOT
    DESHA DREW JEFFERSON
    LINCOLN MONROE
    $$

    MSC011-133-151-040240-

    MS
    . MISSISSIPPI COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOLIVAR SUNFLOWER WASHINGTON
    $$

    THE WATCH STATUS MESSAGE IS FOR GUIDANCE PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE
    REFER TO WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION STATEMENTS FOR OFFICIAL
    INFORMATION ON COUNTIES…INDEPENDENT CITIES AND MARINE ZONES
    CLEARED FROM SEVERE THUNDERSTORM AND TORNADO WATCHES.
    $$

    STATUS REPORT #4 ON WW 109

    VALID 040020Z – 040140Z

    THE SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES ACROSS THE ENTIRE WATCH AREA.

    FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SEE MESOSCALE DISCUSSION 384

    ..WEINMAN..04/04/25

    ATTN…WFO…LZK…JAN…SHV…

    &&

    STATUS REPORT FOR WT 109

    SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

    ARC001-003-011-013-017-025-027-039-041-043-057-069-073-079-081-
    091-095-099-103-139-040140-

    AR
    . ARKANSAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    ARKANSAS ASHLEY BRADLEY
    CALHOUN CHICOT CLEVELAND
    COLUMBIA DALLAS DESHA
    DREW HEMPSTEAD JEFFERSON
    LAFAYETTE LINCOLN LITTLE RIVER
    MILLER MONROE NEVADA
    OUACHITA UNION
    $$

    LAC015-017-027-111-119-040140-

    LA
    . LOUISIANA PARISHES INCLUDED ARE

    BOSSIER CADDO CLAIBORNE
    UNION WEBSTER
    $$

    MSC011-133-151-040140-

    MS
    . MISSISSIPPI COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOLIVAR SUNFLOWER WASHINGTON
    $$

    TXC037-063-067-073-159-183-203-315-343-365-401-423-449-459-499-
    040140-

    TX
    . TEXAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOWIE CAMP CASS
    CHEROKEE FRANKLIN GREGG
    HARRISON MARION MORRIS
    PANOLA RUSK SMITH
    TITUS UPSHUR WOOD
    $$

    THE WATCH STATUS MESSAGE IS FOR GUIDANCE PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE
    REFER TO WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION STATEMENTS FOR OFFICIAL
    INFORMATION ON COUNTIES…INDEPENDENT CITIES AND MARINE ZONES
    CLEARED FROM SEVERE THUNDERSTORM AND TORNADO WATCHES.
    $$

    STATUS REPORT #3 ON WW 109

    VALID 032300Z – 040040Z

    THE SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES ACROSS THE ENTIRE WATCH AREA.

    ..WEINMAN..04/03/25

    ATTN…WFO…LZK…JAN…SHV…

    &&

    STATUS REPORT FOR WT 109

    SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

    ARC001-003-011-013-017-025-027-039-041-043-057-069-073-079-081-
    091-095-099-103-139-040040-

    AR
    . ARKANSAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    ARKANSAS ASHLEY BRADLEY
    CALHOUN CHICOT CLEVELAND
    COLUMBIA DALLAS DESHA
    DREW HEMPSTEAD JEFFERSON
    LAFAYETTE LINCOLN LITTLE RIVER
    MILLER MONROE NEVADA
    OUACHITA UNION
    $$

    LAC015-017-027-111-119-040040-

    LA
    . LOUISIANA PARISHES INCLUDED ARE

    BOSSIER CADDO CLAIBORNE
    UNION WEBSTER
    $$

    MSC011-133-151-040040-

    MS
    . MISSISSIPPI COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOLIVAR SUNFLOWER WASHINGTON
    $$

    TXC037-063-067-073-159-183-203-315-343-365-401-423-449-459-499-
    040040-

    TX
    . TEXAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOWIE CAMP CASS
    CHEROKEE FRANKLIN GREGG
    HARRISON MARION MORRIS
    PANOLA RUSK SMITH
    TITUS UPSHUR WOOD
    $$

    THE WATCH STATUS MESSAGE IS FOR GUIDANCE PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE
    REFER TO WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION STATEMENTS FOR OFFICIAL
    INFORMATION ON COUNTIES…INDEPENDENT CITIES AND MARINE ZONES
    CLEARED FROM SEVERE THUNDERSTORM AND TORNADO WATCHES.
    $$

    STATUS REPORT #2 ON WW 109

    VALID 032050Z – 032140Z

    THE SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES ACROSS THE ENTIRE WATCH AREA.

    FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SEE MESOSCALE DISCUSSION 382

    ..DEAN..04/03/25

    ATTN…WFO…LZK…JAN…SHV…

    &&

    STATUS REPORT FOR WT 109

    SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

    ARC001-003-011-013-017-025-027-039-041-043-057-069-073-079-081-
    091-095-099-103-139-032140-

    AR
    . ARKANSAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    ARKANSAS ASHLEY BRADLEY
    CALHOUN CHICOT CLEVELAND
    COLUMBIA DALLAS DESHA
    DREW HEMPSTEAD JEFFERSON
    LAFAYETTE LINCOLN LITTLE RIVER
    MILLER MONROE NEVADA
    OUACHITA UNION
    $$

    LAC015-017-027-111-119-032140-

    LA
    . LOUISIANA PARISHES INCLUDED ARE

    BOSSIER CADDO CLAIBORNE
    UNION WEBSTER
    $$

    MSC011-133-151-032140-

    MS
    . MISSISSIPPI COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOLIVAR SUNFLOWER WASHINGTON
    $$

    TXC037-063-067-073-159-183-203-315-343-365-401-423-449-459-499-
    032140-

    TX
    . TEXAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOWIE CAMP CASS
    CHEROKEE FRANKLIN GREGG
    HARRISON MARION MORRIS
    PANOLA RUSK SMITH
    TITUS UPSHUR WOOD
    $$

    THE WATCH STATUS MESSAGE IS FOR GUIDANCE PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE
    REFER TO WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION STATEMENTS FOR OFFICIAL
    INFORMATION ON COUNTIES…INDEPENDENT CITIES AND MARINE ZONES
    CLEARED FROM SEVERE THUNDERSTORM AND TORNADO WATCHES.
    $$

    STATUS REPORT #1 ON WW 109

    VALID 031930Z – 032040Z

    THE SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES ACROSS THE ENTIRE WATCH AREA.

    ..DEAN..04/03/25

    ATTN…WFO…LZK…JAN…SHV…

    &&

    STATUS REPORT FOR WT 109

    SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

    ARC001-003-011-013-017-025-027-039-041-043-057-069-073-079-081-
    091-095-099-103-139-032040-

    AR
    . ARKANSAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    ARKANSAS ASHLEY BRADLEY
    CALHOUN CHICOT CLEVELAND
    COLUMBIA DALLAS DESHA
    DREW HEMPSTEAD JEFFERSON
    LAFAYETTE LINCOLN LITTLE RIVER
    MILLER MONROE NEVADA
    OUACHITA UNION
    $$

    LAC015-017-027-111-119-032040-

    LA
    . LOUISIANA PARISHES INCLUDED ARE

    BOSSIER CADDO CLAIBORNE
    UNION WEBSTER
    $$

    MSC011-133-151-032040-

    MS
    . MISSISSIPPI COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOLIVAR SUNFLOWER WASHINGTON
    $$

    TXC037-063-067-073-159-183-203-315-343-365-401-423-449-459-499-
    032040-

    TX
    . TEXAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

    BOWIE CAMP CASS
    CHEROKEE FRANKLIN GREGG
    HARRISON MARION MORRIS
    PANOLA RUSK SMITH
    TITUS UPSHUR WOOD
    $$

    THE WATCH STATUS MESSAGE IS FOR GUIDANCE PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE
    REFER TO WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION STATEMENTS FOR OFFICIAL
    INFORMATION ON COUNTIES…INDEPENDENT CITIES AND MARINE ZONES
    CLEARED FROM SEVERE THUNDERSTORM AND TORNADO WATCHES.
    $$

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    MIL OSI USA News –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 110

    Source: US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

    Note:  The expiration time in the watch graphic is amended if the watch is replaced, cancelled or extended.Note: Click for Watch Status Reports.
    SEL0

    URGENT – IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
    Severe Thunderstorm Watch Number 110
    NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
    1105 PM CDT Thu Apr 3 2025

    The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a

    * Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of
    West Central Texas

    * Effective this Thursday night and Friday morning from 1105 PM
    until 500 AM CDT.

    * Primary threats include…
    Scattered large hail likely with isolated very large hail events
    to 2.5 inches in diameter possible
    Isolated damaging wind gusts to 60 mph possible
    A tornado or two possible

    SUMMARY…Thunderstorms are rapidly developing, and will overspread
    the watch area overnight. A few supercells are expected, capable of
    large/very large hail and perhaps locally damaging wind gusts.

    The severe thunderstorm watch area is approximately along and 85
    statute miles north and south of a line from 90 miles southwest of
    San Angelo TX to 25 miles north of Brownwood TX. For a complete
    depiction of the watch see the associated watch outline update
    (WOUS64 KWNS WOU0).

    PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

    REMEMBER…A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are
    favorable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area.
    Persons in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening
    weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible
    warnings. Severe thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce
    tornadoes.

    &&

    AVIATION…A few severe thunderstorms with hail surface and aloft to
    2.5 inches. Extreme turbulence and surface wind gusts to 50 knots. A
    few cumulonimbi with maximum tops to 500. Mean storm motion vector
    24035.

    …Hart

    SEL0

    URGENT – IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
    Severe Thunderstorm Watch Number 110
    NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
    1105 PM CDT Thu Apr 3 2025

    The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a

    * Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of
    West Central Texas

    * Effective this Thursday night and Friday morning from 1105 PM
    until 500 AM CDT.

    * Primary threats include…
    Scattered large hail likely with isolated very large hail events
    to 2.5 inches in diameter possible
    Isolated damaging wind gusts to 60 mph possible
    A tornado or two possible

    SUMMARY…Thunderstorms are rapidly developing, and will overspread
    the watch area overnight. A few supercells are expected, capable of
    large/very large hail and perhaps locally damaging wind gusts.

    The severe thunderstorm watch area is approximately along and 85
    statute miles north and south of a line from 90 miles southwest of
    San Angelo TX to 25 miles north of Brownwood TX. For a complete
    depiction of the watch see the associated watch outline update
    (WOUS64 KWNS WOU0).

    PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

    REMEMBER…A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are
    favorable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area.
    Persons in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening
    weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible
    warnings. Severe thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce
    tornadoes.

    &&

    AVIATION…A few severe thunderstorms with hail surface and aloft to
    2.5 inches. Extreme turbulence and surface wind gusts to 50 knots. A
    few cumulonimbi with maximum tops to 500. Mean storm motion vector
    24035.

    …Hart

    Note: The Aviation Watch (SAW) product is an approximation to the watch area. The actual watch is depicted by the shaded areas.
    SAW0
    WW 110 SEVERE TSTM TX 040405Z – 041000Z
    AXIS..85 STATUTE MILES NORTH AND SOUTH OF LINE..
    90SW SJT/SAN ANGELO TX/ – 25N BWD/BROWNWOOD TX/
    ..AVIATION COORDS.. 75NM N/S /77NNW DLF – 50ESE ABI/
    HAIL SURFACE AND ALOFT..2.5 INCHES. WIND GUSTS..50 KNOTS.
    MAX TOPS TO 500. MEAN STORM MOTION VECTOR 24035.

    LAT…LON 31670157 33399895 30939895 29210157

    THIS IS AN APPROXIMATION TO THE WATCH AREA. FOR A
    COMPLETE DEPICTION OF THE WATCH SEE WOUS64 KWNS
    FOR WOU0.

    Watch 110 Status Report Message has not been issued yet.

    Note:  Click for Complete Product Text.Tornadoes

    Probability of 2 or more tornadoes

    Low (20%)

    Probability of 1 or more strong (EF2-EF5) tornadoes

    Low ( 65 knots

    Low (20%)

    Hail

    Probability of 10 or more severe hail events

    High (70%)

    Probability of 1 or more hailstones > 2 inches

    Mod (50%)

    Combined Severe Hail/Wind

    Probability of 6 or more combined severe hail/wind events

    High (90%)

    For each watch, probabilities for particular events inside the watch (listed above in each table) are determined by the issuing forecaster. The “Low” category contains probability values ranging from less than 2% to 20% (EF2-EF5 tornadoes), less than 5% to 20% (all other probabilities), “Moderate” from 30% to 60%, and “High” from 70% to greater than 95%. High values are bolded and lighter in color to provide awareness of an increased threat for a particular event.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Codeproof Technologies Unveils chatMDM: The World’s First Conversational AI for Mobile Device Management.

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Sunnyvale, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Codeproof Technologies Inc., the go-to mobile security partner for small and midsize businesses (SMBs), today announced chatMDM – delivering enterprise-grade device management through an AI chatbot that works like natural texting.

    Why chatMDM Changes Everything

    Traditional MDM systems demand specialized training and involve cumbersome navigation. chatMDM breaks down these barriers by offering:

    • Type-to-Command: Simply type requests like “lock all Finance team devices” or “show apps on iPhone 12” to execute actions effortlessly.
    • Bulk Actions: Seamlessly manage thousands of devices with intuitive chat prompts for rebooting, wiping, messaging, and more.
    • Real-Time Insights: Instantly query critical information—battery levels, security status, installed apps, and more.
    • Role-Based Security: Benefit from enterprise-grade controls and comprehensive audit logs that ensure compliance with SOC 2, HIPAA, and GDPR.

    “chatMDM replaces complex menus and tabs with one text command – like giving every IT team an AI co-pilot for their device fleet,” said Satish Shetty, CEO of Codeproof Technologies. “What took 10 clicks now takes 10 seconds. For SMBs juggling limited staff and growing security needs, this isn’t just an upgrade – it’s survival.”

    Key Use Cases

    • Help Desks: Resolve employee device issues 3x faster with AI-guided troubleshooting.  For example, Resolve “My iPad won’t update” issues via chat.
    • Retail/Healthcare: Manage kiosks, tablets, and BYOD fleets hands-free.  For example, Push apps to all store tablets with a typed request.
    • IT Teams: Quickly isolate or datawipe compromised devices via chat.
    • Education: lock stolen student devices via SMS-like commands.

    Availability

    chatMDM launches today as a free upgrade for all Cyber Device Manager® customers. For additional details, please refer to the chatMDM User Guide.

    About Codeproof Technologies Inc.

    Codeproof Technologies is a Silicon Valley-based cybersecurity innovator specializing in AI-driven endpoint management. Our flagship platform, Cyber Device Manager®, simplifies mobile security for businesses of all sizes—combining enterprise-grade protection with intuitive controls. Trusted by 10,000+ organizations with strategic partnerships including T-Mobile, Verizon and Hyperion Partners, we’re redefining unified endpoint management for the conversational AI era.

    For more information about chatMDM or to request a demo, please contact sales@codeproof.com or 1.866.986.BYOD

    ————————————————————————————————————————————————————————-

    Codeproof® and Cyber Device Manager® are registered trademarks of Codeproof Technologies Inc. © 2025, All rights reserved.

    The MIL Network –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Peters Joins Detroit Economic Club to Discuss Michigan’s Leadership in National Security, Advanced Manufacturing, and Innovation

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Michigan Gary Peters

    DETROIT, MI – U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) joined the Detroit Economic Club to discuss Michigan’s leadership in national security, advanced manufacturing, and innovation. In a fireside chat with the Detroit News’ Nolan Finley, Peters discussed the impact of recently imposed tariffs on Michigan businesses and suppliers as well as the future of Michigan’s auto industry. Peters also highlighted his work on the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to support the safe, responsible adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), strengthen U.S. cybersecurity, improve drone and counter-drone authorities, and expand Michigan’s role in Northern Border security.  

    Below are key highlights from Peters’ remarks:  

    Peters on impact of uncertainty surrounding scope of Trump Administration’s tariffs: “What we’ve seen with this Administration is things can change on a dime, pretty quickly, and that is also a part of the problem. If you’re trying to help an industry, to grow an industry… having some certainty is really important. Chaos is not good for business.”  

    Peters on Michigan’s leadership in advanced manufacturing: “You cannot have a manufacturing sector in this country if you don’t have a strong and vibrant auto sector. Autos drive so much of manufacturing, no matter what you make.”   

    Peters on expanding Michigan’s role in border security efforts, including by establishing the Northern Border Mission Center at Selfridge Air National Guard Base: “I want to make sure we’re coordinated…I was able to write legislation, pass it, and fund it, and it’s going to open on Selfridge Air National Guard Base… And that will coordinate all the operations across the Northern Border. It will happen here in Michigan… and that will help make sure we keep Selfridge as a viable military base for years to come.” 

    To watch Peters’ full remarks at the Detroit Economic Club, click here.

    The Detroit Economic Club (DEC) was formed in 1934 as a non-partisan, non-profit organization that promotes discussion and debate of important business, government, and social issues.  

    Peters was recently rated the most effective U.S. Senator for the third time in a row by the nonpartisan Center for Effective Lawmaking, which released its biannual effectiveness ratings for the 118th Congress (2023-2024). Peters was also rated the most effective Senator by the Center in the 116th (2019-2020) and 117th (2021-2022) Congresses. In the 118th Congress, Peters earned the highest effectiveness score for a U.S. Senator ever recorded in the fifty years since the Center for Effective Lawmaking began tracking this data. He also becomes the first Senator in more than four decades to be named most effective three times in a row. Peters achieved this recognition by authoring 15 standalone bills that were passed and signed into law. He also authored 10 additional bills that were passed into law as part of larger legislative packages. 

    MIL OSI USA News –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Lianhe Sowell Debuts on Nasdaq, Accelerating Business Growth Ambitions and Industry Revolution

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SHENZHEN, China, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lianhe Sowell International Group Ltd (NASDAQ: LHSW), a company providing machine vision solutions, officially went public on the Nasdaq stock exchange on April 3, 2025, raising total gross proceeds of $8 million. Leveraging its proprietary industrial machine vision technologies, coupled with a clear strategic roadmap, the company hopes to accelerate its expansion into the burgeoning upgrade of equipment across key industries, such as automotive, biopharmaceutical, logistics, aerospace, and shipbuilding.

    Technological Excellence Anchored in Innovation

    Serving industrial clients for more than 17 years, Lianhe Sowell’s achievements in the industrial machine vision sector is rooted in its nine foundational technologies, which integrate advanced algorithms and hardware-software synergies to deliver precision-driven solutions. The company’s core expertise spans:

    • Image Processing Technology: Enabling micron-level defect detection in electronics manufacturing through real-time analysis of surface imperfections, achieving accuracy down to 0.1mm with inspection speeds as rapid as 0.5 second.
    • Sound Imaging Technology: Deploying phased-array principles to map spatial sound fields, enhancing safety monitoring in industrial settings by detecting anomalies like equipment malfunctions or hazardous noises.
    • Video Analysis and Recognition Technology: Utilizing neural networks for real-time behavior analysis in high-risk environments, such as identifying safety violations in chemical plants or optimizing traffic flow via intelligent transportation systems.
    • Nine-Axis Robotic Integration: Combining machine vision with agile 6-axis robotics for applications like automotive spray painting, the company’s flagship Nine-Axis Linkage Spray Painting Robots achieve great precision. The technology’s versatile capabilities can potentially be applied to various industrial spray-painting scenarios, enabling automation across multiple production processes.

    Strategic Growth Fueled by US IPO Proceeds

    The company’s recent US IPO has injected critical capital to accelerate its growth roadmap. A significant portion of the proceeds is earmarked for scaling production of its Nine-Axis robots, which will contribute to the plan to complete the set-up and assembling of the robot production line. This planned facility aims to produce 4,000 – 8,000 robotic units annually by 2028, targeting the automotive repair industry and adjacent sectors like welding and polishing.

    In addition, Lianhe Sowell also plans to use proceeds raised from the IPO to invest in its machine vision business including industrial machine vision, face recognition, AI behavior analysis, weak current intelligence and electronic customs clearance, in order to fund research and development of new products and market expansion, according to its filing.

    Financial Strengths and Future Expansion

    Lianhe Sowell’s IPO marks a pivotal step in its development. The company has demonstrated robust financial performance, sustaining rapid growth during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024. From March 2023 to March 2024, it achieved revenue of $36.6 million, reflecting a 180% year-over-year increase, while net income grew by 75% over the same period.

    Post-IPO, Lianhe Sowell plans to allocate 45% of the offering proceeds to expand its spray-painting robot business, including the preliminary installation of production equipment and machineries of an in-house production and assembly line for production of Nine-Axis Linkage Spray Painting Robots. The company will also expand its technical and commercial teams to maintain its leadership in China’s industrial vision robotics and meet the surging demand in the automotive aftermarket for automation solutions.

    Company: Lianhe Sowell International Limited
    Contact Person: Iris Wu
    Email: sowellrobot@sowellrobot.com
    Website: http://www.sowellrobot.com/
    Telephone: +86 19154951787
    City: Shenzhen, China

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at : 
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/96234652-530e-4c47-b398-10a630316c24

    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/f83e5629-cc2c-46c4-ba70-8f73073c5f60

    The MIL Network –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Economics: How Samsung’s Engineering Feat Became a Catalyst for Scientific and Industry Advancement [Interview on Real Quantum Dots Part 2.]

    Source: Samsung

    “Samsung’s QLED technology played a crucial role in bringing quantum dots to the level of recognition needed for the Nobel Prize in Chemistry.”
    — Taeghwan Hyeon, Seoul National University
     
    Quantum dots have been at the forefront of display innovation over the past decade, delivering some of the most accurate color reproduction among existing materials. In 2015, Samsung Electronics paved the way for the commercialization of quantum dots with the launch of SUHD TVs — a breakthrough that moved beyond the use of cadmium (Cd), a heavy metal traditionally utilized in quantum dot synthesis, by introducing the world’s first no-cadmium quantum dot technology.
     
    The academic world took notice. The successful commercialization of cadmium-free quantum dot TVs not only set a new direction for research and development but also played a pivotal role in the awarding of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots.
     
    Following Part 1, Samsung Newsroom uncovers how Samsung has contributed to academia through groundbreaking advances in material innovation.
     
    ▲ (From left) Taeghwan Hyeon, Doh Chang Lee and Sanghyun Sohn
     
     
    Why Cadmium Was the Starting Point for Quantum Dot Research
     
    “I was truly impressed that Samsung succeeded in commercializing a no-cadmium quantum dot display product.”
     — Taeghwan Hyeon, Seoul National University
     
    Quantum dots began attracting scientific interest in the 1980s when Aleksey Yekimov, former Chief Scientist at Nanocrystals Technology Inc., and Louis E. Brus, a professor emeritus in the Department of Chemistry at Columbia University, each published their researches on the quantum confinement effect and the size-dependent optical properties of quantum dots.
     
    Momentum accelerated in 1993 when Moungi Bawendi, a professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), developed a reliable method for synthesizing quantum dots. In 2001, Taeghwan Hyeon, a distinguished professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Seoul National University (SNU), invented the “heat-up process” — a technique for producing uniform nanoparticles without the need for size-selective separation. In 2004, Hyeon published a scalable production method in the academic journal Nature Materials — a discovery widely regarded as a potential game changer in the industry.
     
    ▲ Taeghwan Hyeon
     
    However, these efforts did not immediately lead to commercialization. At the time, quantum dots relied heavily on cadmium(Cd) as a core material — a substance known to be harmful to humans and designated as a restricted material under the European Union’s Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive.
     
    “Currently, the only materials capable of reliably producing quantum dots are cadmium selenide (CdSe) and indium phosphide (InP),” explained Hyeon. “Cadmium selenide, the conventional quantum dot material, is a compound of group II and group VI elements, while indium phosphide is formed from group III and group V elements. Synthesizing quantum dots from group II and VI elements is relatively straightforward, but combining group III and V elements is chemically much more complex.”
     
    ▲ A comparison of cadmium-based quantum dots with ionic bonds and indium-based quantum dots with covalent bonds
     
    Cadmium, an element with two valence electrons, forms strong ionic bonds1 with elements like selenium (Se), sulfur (S) and tellurium (Te) — each of which has six valence electrons. These combinations result in stable semiconductors, known as II–VI semiconductors, materials that have long been favored in research for their ability to produce high-quality nanocrystals even at relatively low temperatures. As a result, the use of cadmium in quantum dot synthesis was considered an academic standard for many years.
     
    In contrast, indium (In) — an alternative to cadmium with three valence electrons — forms covalent bonds2 with elements such as phosphorus (P), which has five valence electrons. Covalent bonds are generally less stable than ionic bonds and have a directional nature, increasing the likelihood of defects during nanocrystal synthesis. These characteristics have made indium a challenging material to work with in both research and mass production.
     
    “It is difficult to achieve high crystallinity in quantum dots made from indium phosphide,” Lee noted. “A complex and demanding synthesis process is required to meet the quality standards necessary for commercialization.”
     
     
    No Compromise – From Breakthrough to Mass Production
     
    “There is simply no room for compromise when it comes to consumer safety.”
    — Sanghyun Sohn, Samsung Electronics
     
    Samsung, however, took a different approach.
     
    “We had been researching and developing quantum dot technology since 2001,” said Sanghyun Sohn, Head of Advanced Display Lab, Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics. “But early on, we determined that cadmium — which is harmful to the human body — was not suitable for commercialization. While regulations in some countries technically allow up to 100 parts per million (ppm) of cadmium in electronic products, Samsung adopted a zero-cadmium policy from the start. No cadmium, no compromise — that was our strategy. There is simply no room for compromise when it comes to consumer safety.”
     
    ▲ Sanghyun Sohn
     
    Samsung’s long-standing commitment to its principle of “No Compromise on Safety” came to the forefront in 2014 when the company successfully developed the world’s first no-cadmium quantum dot material. To ensure both durability and image quality, Samsung introduced a triple-layer protective coating technology that shields indium phosphide nanoparticles from external factors such as oxygen and light. The following year, Samsung launched the world’s first commercial SUHD TV with no-cadmium quantum dots — a paradigm shift in the display industry and the culmination of research efforts that began in the early 2000s.
     
    “Indium phosphide-based quantum dots are inherently unstable and more difficult to synthesize compared to their cadmium-based counterparts, initially achieving only about 80% of the performance of cadmium-based quantum dots,” said Sohn. “However, through an intensive development process at the Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology (SAIT), we successfully raised performance to 100% and ensured reliability for more than 10 years.”
     
    ▲ The three components of quantum dots
     
    Quantum dots found in Samsung QLEDs are composed of three key components — a core, where light is emitted; a shell, which protects the core and stabilizes its structure; and a ligand, a polymer coating that enhances oxidation stability outside the shell. The essence of quantum dot technology lies in the seamless integration of these three elements, an advanced industrial process that spans from material acquisition and synthesis to mass production and the filing of numerous patents.
     
    “None of the three components — core, shell or ligand can be overlooked,” added Lee. “Samsung’s technology for indium phosphide synthesis is outstanding.”
     
    “Developing a technology in the lab is a challenge in itself, but commercialization requires an entirely different level of effort to ensure product stability and consistent color quality,” said Hyeon. “I was truly impressed that Samsung succeeded in commercializing a no-cadmium quantum dot display product.”
     
     
    Setting the Quantum Dot Standard
     
    “Research trends in the academic community shifted noticeably before and after the release of Samsung’s quantum dot TVs.”
    — Doh Chang Lee, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
     
     
    The optical properties of quantum dots are being applied to a wide range of fields, including solar cells, medicine and quantum computing. However, the quantum dot display remains the most actively researched and widely commercialized application to date — with Samsung emerging as a pioneer.
     
    Building on years of foundational research and the introduction of its SUHD TVs, Samsung launched its QLED TVs in 2017 and set a new standard for premium displays. In 2022, the company pushed innovation further with the debut of QD-OLED TVs — the world’s first display to combine quantum dots with an OLED structure.
     
    ▲ A comparison of LCD, QLED and QD-OLED structures
     
    QD-OLED is a next-generation display technology that integrates quantum dots into the self-emissive structure of OLED. This approach enables faster response times, deeper blacks and higher contrast ratios. Samsung’s QD-OLED was awarded Display of the Year in 2023 by the Society for Information Display (SID), the world’s largest organization dedicated to display technologies.
     
    “Samsung has not only led the market with its indium phosphide-based quantum dot TVs but also remains the only company to have successfully integrated and commercialized quantum dots in OLEDs,” said Sohn. “By leveraging our leadership in quantum dot technology, we will continue to lead the future of display innovation.”
     
    ▲ Doh Chang Lee
     
    “Research trends in the academic community shifted noticeably before and after the release of Samsung’s quantum dot TVs,” said Doh Chang Lee, a professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). “Since its launch, discussions have increasingly focused on practical applications rather than the materials themselves, reflecting the potential for real-world implementation through display technologies.”
     
    “There have been many attempts to apply quantum dots in various fields including photocatalysis,” he added. “But these efforts remain in the early stages compared to their use in displays.”
     
    Hyeon also noted that the successful commercialization of Samsung’s quantum dot TVs helped pave the way for Bawendi, Brus and Yekimov to receive the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
     
    “One of the most important criteria for the Nobel Prize is the extent to which a technology has contributed to humanity through commercialization,” he said. “Samsung’s QLED represents one of the most significant achievements in nanotechnology. Without its commercialization, it would have been difficult for quantum dots to earn Nobel recognition.”
     

    Samsung’s Vision for Tomorrow’s Displays
    Since the launch of its QLED TVs, Samsung has accelerated the growth of quantum dot technology in both industry and academia. When asked about the future of quantum dot displays, the experts shared their insights on what lies ahead.
     
    “As a next-generation technology, we are currently exploring self-emissive quantum dots,” said Sohn. “Until now, quantum dots have relied on external light source to express red and green. Going forward, we aim to develop quantum dots that emit light independently through electroluminescence — producing all three primary colors by injecting electrical energy. We are also working on the development of blue quantum dots.”
     
    “As electroluminescent materials make it possible to reduce the size of device components, we’ll be able to achieve the high resolution, efficiency and brightness required for virtual and augmented reality applications,” said Lee, predicting a major transformation in the future of displays.
     
    “A good display is one the viewer doesn’t even recognize as a display,” said Sohn. “The ultimate goal is to deliver an experience that feels indistinguishable from reality. As a leader in quantum dot display innovation, we will proudly continue to move forward.”
     
    With its continued leadership and bold technological vision, Samsung is shaping the future of displays and rewriting what’s possible with quantum dots.
     
    
     
     
    1 An ionic bond is a chemical bond formed when electrons are transferred between atoms, creating ions that are held together by electrical attraction.2 A covalent bond is a chemical bond in which two atoms share electrons.

    MIL OSI Economics –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Economics: The Nobel-Winning Material at the Heart of Samsung QLEDs [Interview on Real Quantum Dots Part 1.]

    Source: Samsung

    “One of the reasons Samsung focused on quantum dots is their exceptionally narrow peaks of the emission spectrum.”
    — Sanghyun Sohn, Samsung Electronics
     
    In 2023, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots. The Nobel Committee recognized the groundbreaking achievements of scientists in the field — noting that quantum dots have already made significant contributions to the display and medical industries, with broader applications expected in electronics, quantum communications and solar cells.
     
    Quantum dots — ultra-fine semiconductor particles — emit different colors of light depending on their size, producing exceptionally pure and vivid hues. Samsung Electronics, the world’s leading TV manufacturer, has embraced this cutting-edge material to enhance display performance.
     
    Samsung Newsroom sat down with Taeghwan Hyeon, a distinguished professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Seoul National University (SNU); Doh Chang Lee, a professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST); and Sanghyun Sohn, Head of Advanced Display Lab, Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics, to explore how quantum dots are ushering in a new era of display technology.
     

    Understanding the Band Gap

    Quantum Dots – The Smaller the Particle, the Larger the Band Gap

    Engineering Behind Quantum Dot Films

    Real QLED TVs Use Quantum Dots To Create Color

     

     
     
    Understanding the Band Gap
     
    “To understand quantum dots, one must first grasp the concept of the band gap.”
    — Taeghwan Hyeon, Seoul National University
     
    The movement of electrons causes electricity. Typically, the outermost electrons — known as valence electrons — are involved in this movement. The energy range where these electrons exist is called the valence band, while a higher, unoccupied energy range that can accept electrons is called the conduction band.
     
    An electron can absorb energy to jump from the valence band to the conduction band. When the excited electron releases that energy, it falls back into the valence band. The energy difference between these two bands — the amount of energy an electron must gain or lose to move between them — is known as the band gap.
     
    ▲ A comparison of energy band structures in insulators, semiconductors and conductors
     
    Insulators like rubber and glass have large band gaps, preventing electrons from moving freely between bands. In contrast, conductors like copper and silver have overlapping valence and conduction bands — allowing electrons to move freely for high electrical conductivity.
     
    Semiconductors have a band gap that falls between those of insulators and conductors — limiting conductivity under normal conditions but allowing electrical conduction or light emission when electrons are stimulated by heat, light or electricity.
     
    “To understand quantum dots, one must first grasp the concept of the band gap,” said Hyeon, emphasizing that a material’s energy band structure is crucial in determining its electrical properties.
     
     
    Quantum Dots – The Smaller the Particle, the Larger the Band Gap
     
    “As quantum dot particles become smaller, the wavelength of emitted light shifts from red to blue.”
    — Doh Chang Lee, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
     
    Quantum dots are nanoscale semiconductor crystals with unique electrical and optical properties. Measured in nanometers (nm) — or one-billionth of a meter — these particles are just a few thousandths the thickness of a human hair. When a semiconductor is reduced to the nanometer scale, its properties change significantly compared to its bulk state.
     
    In bulk states, particles are sufficiently large so the electrons in the semiconductor material can move freely without being constrained by their own wavelength. This allows energy levels — the states that particles occupy when absorbing or releasing energy — to form a continuous spectrum, like a long slide with a gentle slope. In quantum dots, electron movement is restricted because the particle size is smaller than the electron’s wavelength.
     
    ▲ Size determines the band gap in quantum dots
     
    Imagine scooping water (energy) from a large pot (bulk state) with a ladle (bandwidth corresponding to an electron’s wavelength). Using the ladle, one can adjust the amount of water in the pot freely from full to empty — this is the equivalent of continuous energy levels. However, when the pot shrinks to the size of a teacup — like a quantum dot — the ladle no longer fits. At that point, the cup can only be either full or empty. This illustrates the concept of quantized energy levels.
     
    “When semiconductor particles are reduced to the nanometer scale, their energy levels become quantized — they can only exist in discontinuous steps,” said Hyeon. “This effect is called ‘quantum confinement.’ And at this scale, the band gap can be controlled by adjusting particle size.”
     
    The number of molecules within the particle decreases as the size of the quantum dot decreases, resulting in weaker interactions of molecular orbitals. This strengthens the quantum confinement effect and increases the band gap.1 Because the band gap corresponds to the energy released through relaxation of an electron from the conduction band to the valence band, the color of the emitted light changes accordingly.
     
    “As particles become smaller, the wavelength of emitted light shifts from red to blue,” said Lee. “In other words, the size of the quantum dot nanocrystal determines its color.”
     
     
    Engineering Behind Quantum Dot Films
     
    “Quantum dot film is at the core of QLED TVs — a testament to Samsung’s deep technical expertise.”
    — Doh Chang Lee, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
     
    Quantum dots have attracted attention across a variety of fields, including solar cells, photocatalysis, medicine and quantum computing. However, the display industry was the first to successfully commercialize the technology.
     
    “One of the reasons Samsung focused on quantum dots is the exceptionally narrow peaks of their emission spectrum,” said Sohn. “Their narrow bandwidth and strong fluorescence make them ideal for accurately reproducing a wide spectrum of colors.”
     
    ▲ Quantum dots create ultra-pure red, green and blue (RGB) colors by controlling light at the nanoscale, producing narrow bandwidth and strong fluorescence.
     
    To leverage quantum dots effectively in display technology, materials and structures must maintain high performance over time, under harsh conditions. Samsung QLED achieves this through the use of a quantum dot film.
     
    “Accurate color reproduction in a display depends on how well the film utilizes the optical properties of quantum dots,” said Lee. “A quantum dot film must meet several key requirements for commercial use, such as efficient light conversion and translucence.”
     
    ▲ Sanghyun Sohn
     
    The quantum dot film used in Samsung QLED displays is produced by adding a quantum dot solution to a polymer base heated to a very high-temperature, spreading it into a thin layer and then curing it. While this may sound simple, the actual manufacturing process is highly complex.
     
    “It’s like trying to evenly mix cinnamon powder into sticky honey without making lumps — not an easy task,” said Sohn. “To evenly disperse quantum dots throughout the film, several factors such as materials, design and processing conditions must be carefully considered.”
     
    Despite these challenges, Samsung pushed the boundaries of the technology. To ensure long-term durability in its displays, the company developed proprietary polymer materials specifically optimized for quantum dots.
     
    “We’ve built extensive expertise in quantum dot technology by developing barrier films that block moisture and polymer materials capable of evenly dispersing quantum dots,” he added. “Through this, we not only achieved mass production but also reduced costs.”
     
    Thanks to this advanced process, Samsung’s quantum dot film delivers precise color expression and outstanding luminous efficiency — all backed by industry-leading durability.
     
    “Brightness is typically measured in nits, with one nit equivalent to the brightness of a single candle,” explained Sohn. “While conventional LEDs offer around 500 nits, our quantum dot displays can reach 2,000 nits or more — the equivalent of 2,000 candles — achieving a new level of image quality.”
     
    ▲ RGB gamut comparisons between visible light spectrum, sRGB and DCI-P3 in a CIE 1931 color space
    * CIE 1930: A widely used color system announced in 1931 by the Commission internationale de l’éclairage
    * sRGB (standard RGB): A color space created cooperatively by Microsoft and HP in 1996 for monitors and printers
    * DCI-P3 (Digital Cinema Initiatives – Protocol 3): A color space widely used for digital HDR content, defined by Digital Cinema Initiatives for digital projectors
     
    By leveraging quantum dots, Samsung has significantly enhanced both brightness and color expression — delivering a visual experience unlike anything seen before. In fact, Samsung QLED TVs achieve a color reproduction rate exceeding 90% of the DCI-P3 (Digital Cinema Initiatives – Protocol 3) color space, the benchmark for color accuracy in digital cinema.
     
    “Even if you have made quantum dots, you need to ensure long-term stability for them to be useful,” said Lee. “Samsung’s industry-leading indium phosphide (InP)-based quantum dot synthesis and film production technologies are testament to Samsung’s deep technical expertise.”
     
     
    Real QLED TVs Use Quantum Dots To Create Color
     
    “The legitimacy of a quantum dot TV lies in whether or not it leverages the quantum confinement effect.”
    — Taeghwan Hyeon, Seoul National University
     
    As interest in quantum dots grows across the industry, a variety of products have entered the market. Nonetheless, not all quantum dot-labeled TVs are equal — quantum dots must sufficiently contribute to actual image quality.
     
    ▲ Taeghwan Hyeon
     
    “The legitimacy of a quantum dot TV lies in whether or not it leverages the quantum confinement effect,” said Hyeon. “The first, fundamental requirement is to use quantum dots to create color.”
     
    “To be considered a true quantum dot TV, quantum dots must serve as either the core light-converting or primary light-emitting material,” said Lee. “For light-converting quantum dots, the display must contain an adequate amount of quantum dots to absorb and convert blue light emitted by the backlight unit.”
     
    ▲ Doh Chang Lee
     
    “Quantum dot film must contain a sufficient amount of quantum dots to perform effectively,” repeated Sohn, emphasizing the importance of quantum dot content. “Samsung QLED uses more than 3,000 parts per million (ppm) of quantum dot materials. 100% of the red and green colors are made through quantum dots.”
     
    
     
    Samsung began developing quantum dot technology in 2001 and, in 2015, introduced the world’s first no-cadmium quantum dot TV — the SUHD TV. In 2017, the company launched its premium QLED lineup, further solidifying its leadership in the quantum dot display industry.
     
    In the second part of this interview series, Samsung Newsroom takes a closer look at how Samsung not only commercialized quantum dot display technology but also developed a cadmium-free quantum dot material — an innovation recognized by Nobel Prize-winning researchers in chemistry.
     
     
    1 When a semiconductor material is in its bulk state, the band gap remains fixed at a value characteristic of the material and does not depend on particle size.

    MIL OSI Economics –

    April 4, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Submissions: Africa – Applications Open for the 7th Annual GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition – Africa’s Youth Agrifood Entrepreneurs Invited to Drive Food Systems Transformation with a US$160,000 Prize Pool

    SOURCE: 2025 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition

    Africa’s high entrepreneurship rates further underscore the continent as a potential global leader in youth-driven enterprise, innovation, and job creation

    JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, April 3, 2025 – The 2025 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize launches its seventh annual competition today in search for Africa’s most promising young co-founders and founders across Africa who have launched businesses across Africa’s agrifood value chain “from seed to fork”. Judges will be looking for innovative, scalable, and impact-driven agripreneurs (aged 18 to 35) who have built tech-savvy, sustainable businesses tackling food security, job creation, and equitable economic growth. Applications are open from 3 April to 10 June 2025. https://GoGettaz.Africa

    In September 2025, GoGettaz finalists will pitch their businesses live on stage in Dakar, Senegal during the annual Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) taking place 31 August to 5 September 2025. Two grand prizes of US$50,000 each will be awarded to the most outstanding male and female-led agribusinesses. An additional US$60,000 in Impact Awards will recognize businesses excelling in key areas such as technology, innovation, nutrition, food security, improving rural livelihoods, climate resilience, gender equity, natural resource conservation, and job creation.

    The GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition is an integral part of the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF), the world’s premier forum for African agriculture and food systems, bringing together stakeholders to take practical action and share lessons that will empower Africa’s young leaders for food systems transformation.

    With the 2025 AFSF theme “Africa’s Youth: Leading Collaboration, Innovation and Implementation of Agri-Food Systems Transformation,” the GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize competition is set to empower youth entrepreneurs from across West, Northern, Southern, Central, and Eastern Africa who looking to showcase, grow, and scale, their agrifood businesses.

    As Africa faces mounting challenges of lack of infrastructure, access to finance, job creation, and food insecurity, its youth are stepping up as powerful agents of transformation. From the bustling trade hubs of West Africa to the agricultural heartlands of Southern Africa, young innovators are developing solutions that not only tackle immediate crises but also pave the way for a sustainable future. The GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition serves as a platform for these change-makers, offering mentorship, exposure, networking, and resources to enhance their impact across Africa’s diverse regions.

    “I am continually amazed by the ingenuity and determination of the young entrepreneurs we meet through the GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition each year,” said Svein Tore Holsether, President and Chief Executive Officer of Yara International and GoGettaz co-founder. “Their ability to leverage technology and innovative business models showcases the immense potential of the agrifood sector and the pivotal role of entrepreneurship in sustainable development. As we launch the 2025 campaign, we are inspired by the opportunity to empower and support young entrepreneurs who are enhancing job creation, uplifting communities, and nourishing Africa’s growing population.”

    With Africa set to represent one-quarter of the global population and one-third of the world’s youth by 2050, according to United Nations projections, the continent’s youth, over 70% who are younger than 30 years of age, hold immense potential. Africa’s high entrepreneurship rates further underscore the continent as a potential global leader in youth-driven enterprise, innovation, and job creation.

    “Africa’s youth are brimming with creative energy and ideas to solve myriad problems with innovative solutions,” remarked GoGettaz co-founder Strive Masiyiwa, Founder and Chairman of Econet Group who also served as Chair of the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa for several years.

    “They aren’t waiting around for the perfect conditions; they are seizing the moment and embracing technology to revolutionize the agrifood industry across the continent,” he noted. “They are launching remarkable ventures, but to ensure they can grow and scale, our youth need the right support, access to capital, skills, and enabling environments to grow their young businesses into multimillion-dollar pan-African and global agribusinesses.”

    “Our amazing young entrepreneurs deserve both recognition and support, which is why GoGettaz exists.” he said.

    Since its inception in 2019, the GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition has spotlighted diverse young entrepreneurs building innovative agribusinesses from traditional farming operations to high-tech AI-driven ventures. The 2025 competition is open to all African agripreneur-led businesses with headquarters on the African continent. Applications will be accepted in English and French.

    “The 2025 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition is a rallying point for Africa’s brightest young minds to pioneer transformative solutions and drive meaningful change.” said Amath Pathe Sene, Managing Director of the Africa Food Systems Forum.

    “As Africa leads the charge in innovating for resilience, I am eager to see the groundbreaking climate-smart solutions that emerge from the 2025 contestants. The 2024 winners set a high standard by using innovative techniques aimed at preserving nutritional value using renewable energy and natural fibers to produce eco-friendly sanitary pads, improving health and hygiene. With food security under threat, exacerbated by climate change, Africa’s agripreneurs are rising to the challenge, transforming agricultural practices, and spearheading sustainable technologies.” he said.

    Beyond the prize money, top finalists will gain access to mentorship, training, introduction to investors, and other opportunities for collaboration.

    How to Apply

    GoGettaz invites young African agripreneurs across the continent to join the GoGettaz vibrant community and participate in the 2025 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition. Eligible applicants must :

    Be 35 or younger at the time of submission.
    Be a citizen of an African Union member country.
    Serve as a founder or co-founder of a legally registered venture operating in Africa (ventures must be registered by 10 June 2025).

    Application Process :

    Join the GoGettaz Community: Follow @ GoGettazAfrica on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube to connect with peers and industry leaders. Share your journey using hashtags #GrowEntrepreneurs and #TransformFood.
    Visit the GoGettaz Website: Access resources, eligibility details, terms and conditions, and updates at https://GoGettaz.Africa.
    Submit Your Entry: Complete the online competition application on the website. You can save and revisit your application to ensure quality. https://GoGettaz.Africa
    Meet the Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 10 June 2025 to be considered for the US$160,000 prize pool and a chance to pitch LIVE at the AFSF Summit in Dakar, Senegal in September.

    For additional details, to apply, or to learn how you can contribute to driving sustainable food systems transformation in Africa, visit https://GoGettaz.Africa. Stay engaged by connecting with @ GoGettazAfrica on social media.

    Application Deadline: 10 June 2025

    Website: https://GoGettaz.Africa

    GoGettaz Co-Founders:

    Yara International: https://www.Yara.com
    Econet: https://www.EconetAfrica.com

    GoGettaz Partners:

    Africa Food Systems Forum: https://AGRF.org
    Alliance for a Green Revolution Africa: https://AGRA.org
    Mastercard Foundation: https://www.MasterCardFDN.org
    Southern African Confederation of Agricultural Unions: http://www.SACAU.org
    SNV Netherlands Development Organisation: https://www.SNV.org

    About GoGettaz:
    GoGettaz is a youth-centric initiative at the heart of the Africa Food Systems Forum, empowering young Africans from across the continent aged 18-35 to drive innovation and transformation in the agrifood sector. Through its annual GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition, GoGettaz Community Platform, and Leadership Programs, young agripreneurs can connect to a vibrant ecosystem, learn new skills, and grow both themselves and their businesses.

    Join the movement to grow entrepreneurs, revolutionize African agriculture, and transform African food systems!

    MIL OSI – Submitted News –

    April 4, 2025
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