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Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has accelerated its end-to-end AI-ready data center solutions with new announcements that address the urgent energy and sustainability challenges driven by high demand for AI systems. The first part of the announcement is a new data center reference design, co-developed with NVIDIA, which will support liquid-cooled, high-density AI clusters of up to 132 kW per rack. Optimized for NVIDIA’s GB200 NVL72 and Blackwell chips, the design streamlines planning and deployment with proven, validated architectures, addressing the unique challenges of utilizing liquid cooling at-scale.  Additionally, Schneider Electric has today introduced its new Galaxy VXL uninterruptible power supply (UPS), the industry’s most compact, high-density UPS designed for AI, data center, and large-scale electrical workloads. Galaxy VXL UPS offers 52% space savings compared with the industry average, and with a power density of up to 1042 kW/m², this scalable, 1.25 MW modular UPS is designed to deliver more efficient power in

Trace One, a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) and compliance solutions, is pleased to announce the release of Trace One Devex PLM 2025. Designed to accelerate time-to-market and enhance collaboration across supply chains, this release offers advanced analytics, mobile accessibility, AI-backed features, and new integrations, including an industry-first partnership with Covalo, a leading ingredient database for CPG brands, streamlining product development for cosmetics and personal care brands. The 2025 update comes with numerous enhancements tailored to meet evolving customer needs in cosmetics, consumer packaged goods (CPG), and grocery retail sectors. Companies now benefit from smarter product development tools, streamlined supplier collaboration, and built-in regulatory compliance functionalities for markets including the US, China, and Europe. “Trace One Devex PLM 2025 represents a significant leap forward, empowering product teams to optimize their portfolios and stay ahead of the competition,” said Chief Product Officer Antoine Daviet. “The new tools, integrations and AI-powered features empower users to

The Vertex Companies, LLC (“Vertex”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of LitCon Group, LLC (“LitCon”), a highly respected financial analysis, forensic accounting, construction consulting, and eDiscovery firm. Vertex is a multidisciplinary professional services firm providing forensics, expert services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory solutions. This partnership expands Vertex’s bench of financial accounting and delay experts, broadening its forensic and technical consulting capabilities across the globe. “The LitCon and Vertex partnership immediately benefits our clients,” stated David Tortorello, CEO of The Vertex Companies. “As a firm with financial advisory and forensic accountants working alongside construction and forensic engineering experts, our expanded team performs expert services for comprehensive commercial damages, fraud and investigations, as well as government contracts.” LitCon performs financial analysis, forensic accounting, technology, and construction-related delay and damages expert services for clients involved in litigation, arbitration, and mediation. LitCon provides expertise for construction disputes, government contracts, insurance claims, and commercial litigation. The

Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, will work together with Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering on a $1.25 million AFWERX Phase II STTR contract. The two organizations will develop analytical models for cyclonic flows, construct computational models, and study the stability of different vortex engines to address the challenges facing public and private sector aerospace organizations.  Within the contract, Altair is assuming the previous role of Research in Flight, which was founded in 2013 and won a series of development contracts and grants over a 10-year span. Altair acquired Research in Flight in April 2024 and its technology is now known as Altair® FlightStream™, part of the Altair® HyperWorks® platform. “This opportunity continues Altair’s legacy of innovation in the aerospace industry and demonstrates the power of our technology as we work closely with a prestigious institution such as Auburn University,” said Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Altair. “FlightStream empowers users in unique

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. and AST SpaceMobile, Inc., the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones designed for both commercial and government applications, announced their collaboration to advance AST SpaceMobile’s mission to eliminate connectivity gaps and connect people around the world with high-speed, space-based internet access. The two companies collaborated on the AST5000 ASIC, a custom, low-power architecture that is the cornerstone of AST SpaceMobile’s next-generation BlueBird program. Designed to enable up to a tenfold improvement in processing bandwidth on each satellite, the AST5000 ASIC unlocks opportunities for seamless space-based cellular broadband services worldwide. This innovative chip leverages the most advanced Cadence tools, flows and IP. The Cadence IP, which includes high-speed SerDes and other fundamental IP, enables optimal power and performance tradeoffs for more efficient system designs based on customers’ specific platform requirements, supporting a broad industrial temperature range. Additionally, the Cadence design enablement team achieved

IFS, a leading enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software provider, announced that CRISALION Mobility, a Spanish company recognized for developing efficient, safe, and sustainable advanced electric mobility solutions, has selected IFS Cloud to enhance the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of its passenger and cargo eVTOL aircraft, as well as its fleet of remotely operated vehicles. IFS will provide a robust end-to-end platform, leveraging its extensive expertise in facilitating collaboration with regulators. The company's innovative solution, powered by IFS.ai, offers a comprehensive digital thread throughout the Build, Operate, and Maintain value chain, effectively addressing complex Quality Assurance, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) requirements, and providing detailed serial number tracking to ensure quality and design integrity. In addition to being a leading company in the field of electric and zero-emission ground mobility solutions, CRISALION Mobility is a leader in the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector and will rely on IFS to support the design of

Centric Software® is pleased to announce that Fynd, a retail technology company, has selected Centric’s AI-powered, end-to-end product concept to replenishment platform in their journey toward real-time retail. Fynd has modernized retail strategies for more than 2,300 brands and created a rich suite of tech products to accelerate retail growth in India. The company is targeting business transformation for hyper-responsiveness to capitalize on consumer trends lifecycles. Fynd’s decision to expand its partnership with Centric Software is partly due to the results achieved with Centric Product Lifecycle Management (Centric PLM™) implemented in early 2024 for its five brands: Avaasa, Netplay, Fig, DNMX and Yousta. The Fynd/Centric partnership includes rolling out the Centric platform to 50-60 brands, including SHEIN India, and will span fashion, food & beverage, grocery, cosmetics & personal care and consumer electronics as well as other consumer goods. “Today, we are witnessing Indian companies move from working in silos with fragmented, disparate data,

Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced a strategic collaboration with Kardex, a leading global provider of intralogistics solutions, including automated storage solutions and material handling systems, to transform its business operations using SAP S/4HANA. Leveraging Infosys Cobalt, a set of services, solutions and platforms for enterprises to accelerate their cloud journey, Infosys will help Kardex unify its ERP system in over 30 countries, boost operational efficiency, and scalability. Infosys was selected by Kardex for its extensive experience in executing large-scale digital transformation projects with SAP S/4HANA and its deep expertise in the manufacturing and logistics sectors. As part of this engagement, Infosys will help Kardex harmonize and standardize its business processes to drive productivity, flexibility, and improved decision making. To ensure seamless data transfer, minimize downtime and maintain data integrity, Infosys is leveraging its own tools, including Infosys Data Services Suite (iDSS), a data management solution that helps in end-to-end

L&T Technology Services Limited, a global leader in engineering and technology services, announced its selection by a leading global network solutions firm to provide Product Integration Services in North America, ensuring seamless deployment and support for customers across the region.  The multi-year agreement, estimated at USD 50 million, will enable the company to provide comprehensive support for the client’s advanced networking solutions, ensuring seamless integration and success for customers across the region. LTTS will leverage its capabilities in AI and automation frameworks for the project deployment and execution.  The partnership combines LTTS’ deep expertise in engineering and R&D services with the client’s cutting-edge wireless networking solutions. Additionally, the companies aim to offer secure LTE and 5G private networks across industries, unlocking new opportunities and enabling future-ready operations. The partnership will address current market demands while positioning itself for upcoming 5G advancements under 3GPP standards. "This strategic engagement represents a significant milestone for LTTS, marking our

Siemens and Tietoevry, a leading Nordic digital engineering and software company, have teamed up to accelerate the digital transformation of the power utilities sector in Northern and Central Europe. Using Siemens’ Gridscale X software platform in conjunction with their own IT services, Tietoevry will be adding new capabilities to their solutions to support grid operators in the Nordics to effectively manage their grids and address challenges related to the energy transition.  Tietoevry supports its customers in the energy domain with next-generation energy industry solutions to digitalize the value chain, improve customer experience, enhance business performance, improve usability and productivity, and empower customers. By working with Siemens, Tietoevry can provide a wider range of IT services to grid operators in the Nordics, supporting the integration of renewable energy sources, and increase of grid capacity, while maintaining a resilient and future-proof infrastructure. Magnus Torronen, Head of Siemens Grid Software in Northern Europe, said: “The