After a year, the research project VERDAS has now been completed – a collaboration led by AstaZero, a subsidiary of RISE, and carried out together with Terranet, If Insurance, Folksam, the Swedish Transport Administration, Volvo Cars, Toyota, Zenseact, Aptiv, and Viscando. The project was funded by Vinnova, Sweden’s innovation agency, and aimed to develop new physical and virtual verification methods for more robust driver assistance systems (ADAS), with a particular focus on accident scenarios involving vu ...

Speed safety technology to be deployed along 18 high-risk corridorsMESA, Ariz., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM), a leading provider of smart mobility technology solutions, announced the approval from Oakland's City Council to deliver, operate, and maintain a speed safety program across the city. This will be the second speed safety program in the state of California that utilizes advanced automated technology to help curb speeding issues. With this new safety program, ...

Texas tops the safety charts, the Pacific Northwest makes big gains, and Boston returns as America's riskiest driving city in Allstate's 17th annual report. NORTHBROOK, Ill., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 Allstate America's Best Drivers Report reveals that Texas leads the nation in safe driving, with four cities in the top 20, including Brownsville, which reclaims its title as the safest driving city in America. Meanwhile, Boston is once again the most collision- prone city in the nation, where dri ...

We had Michael Schumer on yesterday and he said oil is the main impact on the markets. As long as oil remains, obviously we don't want World War II. Uh but in terms of this conflict, as soon as oil shoots up, that's when the markets get impacted.We didn't see that. We haven't seen that. Doesn't look like we're going to see that at least for now.No. And you know, we talk about this all the time. Steve brings it up.Geopolitical bounces in oil are typically short-lived. And I think this is going to be similar ...

Prologis, Inc. (NYSE: PLD ) has historically been one of the faster growers in the typically growth-barren REIT industry. PLD continues to post solid financial results even amidst tariff uncertainty. After many years of underperformance, theJulian is the leader of the investing group Best Of Breed Growth Stocks where he only shares positions in stocks which have a large probability of delivering large alpha relative to the S&P 500. He also combines growth-oriented principles with strict valuation hurdles to ...

AKRON, Ohio, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As summer fun heats up, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) is urging families to stay safe while enjoying the season's favorite outdoor activities. From backyard barbecues to Fourth of July fireworks, a few simple precautions can prevent power outages and keep everyone safe.Chad Stoneking, Director of Safety Operations at FirstEnergy: "We want everyone to enjoy the season without any surprises. A little awareness goes a long way in keeping your family safe and your party ...

Precautions Range from Checking Tire Pressure to Packing an Emergency KitLOS ANGELES, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recent survey from GasBuddy, 69% of Americans plan to take a road trip this summer, and of those, 40% say they expect to be on the road for more than five hours. If you're among the millions with travel plans, Mercury Insurance wants to help ensure that your vehicle is up for the task."Road tripping has long been a summer tradition for many families, but it's important to take a ...

[Applause] In 1956, computer scientist John McCarthy first coined the phrase artificial intelligence at a conference at Dartmouth College. In 1969, a robot named Shaky became the first robot to perceive and reason about its own surroundings. In 1997, an IBM supercomputer named Deep Blue became the first computer to beat a grand chess master, Gary Kasparov.For decades, we've been entertained by science fiction books and movies portraying sentient intelligent computers taking over our lives and sometimes taki ...

Core Viewpoint - Arqit Quantum Inc. has been selected as a member of the Oracle Defense Ecosystem, a global initiative aimed at enhancing defense and government technology innovation, highlighting its role in securing critical infrastructure against advanced cyber threats, particularly from quantum computing [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Arqit is recognized for its pioneering role in quantum-safe encryption, specifically through its SKA-Platform™, which protects data in motion, in process, and at rest [2][4]. - The company has received multiple awards for its innovative technology, including the GSMA Global Mobile Awards and recognition as an IDC Innovator for Post-Quantum Cryptography [8]. Group 2: Oracle Defense Ecosystem - The Oracle Defense Ecosystem aims to provide a commercial foundation for joint innovation, offering members access to Oracle's sales support, cloud marketplace, and compliance frameworks [3][6]. - Members can leverage Oracle's resources to accelerate growth, enhance cybersecurity compliance, and streamline business processes through preferred pricing for Oracle's AI-powered business management suite [11]. Group 3: Strategic Positioning - Arqit's inclusion in the Oracle Defense Ecosystem positions it to expand its technology deployment into new markets and alliances, aligning with Oracle's ambition to modernize defense capabilities [4][5]. - The partnership emphasizes the importance of data integrity in defense operations, which is critical for mission success in a post-quantum world [5][2].

Core Viewpoint - Arqit Quantum Inc. has been selected as a member of the Oracle Defense Ecosystem, a global initiative aimed at enhancing defense and government technology innovation, particularly in the context of cybersecurity and quantum-safe encryption [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Arqit is recognized for its pioneering role in securing mission-critical infrastructure against advanced cyber threats, including those from quantum computing [2]. - The company offers a unique encryption software service that secures communications links of networked devices against current and future forms of attack, including from quantum computers [8]. - Arqit's Symmetric Key Agreement Platform (SKA-Platform™) is designed to protect data in motion, in process, and at rest, and is compatible with NSA standards [8]. Group 2: Oracle Defense Ecosystem - The Oracle Defense Ecosystem aims to provide a commercial foundation for joint innovation, allowing members to collaborate on defense technology solutions [3][5]. - Members of the ecosystem can access Oracle's sales support, cloud marketplace, and compliance frameworks to enhance their offerings and streamline operations [6][11]. - The initiative includes resources for cybersecurity compliance, training, and access to Oracle's extensive customer base, which serves hundreds of thousands of clients globally [6][11]. Group 3: Strategic Positioning - Arqit's participation in the Oracle Defense Ecosystem positions the company to expand its technology deployment into new markets and alliances [4]. - The CEO of Arqit emphasized that joining the ecosystem aligns with the company's mission to deliver quantum-safe security critical for defense capabilities [5]. - The collaboration is expected to enhance Arqit's ability to address the evolving challenges in the global security landscape [1][2].