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On May 17, students, faculty, staff and families gathered in the University’s historic courtyard to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2024 from the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources. President Brian Sandoval led a round of applause for the students and invited attendees to join in a spirited Wolfpack sing-along before his commencement speech. He urged graduates to strive to make a difference in their lives and their communities, and to embrace humility through service that inspires them to give back to others. President Sandoval also recognized Barbara Stankte, a first-generation college student who has demonstrated exemplary…
🔦 SpotlightMark Suster of Santa Monica-based Upfront Ventures recently interviewed Ian Cinnamon, CEO and co-founder of Los Angeles-based Apex. The conversation shed light on Apex, a standout in the Los Angeles space tech world that specializes in building satellite buses for space missions. The discussion touched on the expanding space tech industry, highlighting how it is becoming increasingly attractive to investors and entrepreneurs. Los Angeles has emerged as a central location in this story, with its rich ecosystem of talent and resources playing a key role. Cinnamon further cited the city’s concentration of top universities such as UCLA, Caltech and…
Online gaming has undergone a great transformation since its inception a few decades ago. The progression from basic games consisting of text to complex games that create environments in which a person can virtually exist has been truly astonishing. However, as technology advances with each passing day, the question arises as to what the future holds for online gambling. How will such advancements affect our gaming techniques, social behavior, and gaming sensations? Virtual and Augmented Reality Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) have already made great strides in the gaming world. VR offers a fully immersive experience that transports…
Nothing recently confirmed the development of its sub-brand CMF’s first smartphone, the Phone(1). The company teased the device on social media, revealing intriguing design elements that set it apart from the main Nothing Phone line.Teaser images were released earlier this week, initially sparking speculation that it might be a laptop or tablet, but subsequent leaks suggested that the device is a CMF Phone (1) emphasizing customizability with swappable back covers, which was later confirmed by Nothing.Introducing the CMF Phone 1. The design is great. Utilization @there is nothing’s innovation and careful attention to design make it a great gateway to…
The EnergyTech University Prize (EnergyTech UP) continues to shine as the premier platform for student entrepreneurs committed to driving clean energy innovation. Organized by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transition (OTT), the EnergyTech UP 2024 national pitch event showcased the brightest minds of aspiring university students with backgrounds in business and science. This year’s event, held on April 15 at the Energy Thought Summit in Austin, Texas, featured 28 finalist teams competing for more than $360,000 in prize money.A celebration of innovation and creativityThis year’s summit theme, “Imagine,” highlighted the power of envisioning a clean energy transformed…
This week, team members from the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity participated with thousands of biotechnology industry professionals from around the world at the Biotechnology Innovation Organization’s annual conference, held June 3-6, 2024, in San Diego.BIO 2024 is the premier venue for U.S. and international biotechnology industry leaders to learn and share best practices and find ways to integrate and apply developing biotechnologies and research across the industry, including the U.S. Military’s Medical Development Enterprise. Under the banner of the Defense Health Agency, the USAMMDA team is working with representatives from the neighboring Army Medical Development Command and senior…
Samsara (NYSE:IOT) Q1: Revenue Beats Expectations, But Shares FallInternet of Things company Samsara (NYSE:IOT) reported first-quarter 2024 results that beat Wall Street analysts’ expectations, with revenues up 37.4% year over year to $280.7 million. The company now expects revenues to be in line with analysts’ expectations of $289 million next quarter. GAAP loss per share was $0.10, improving from a loss of $0.13 in the same period last year.Is now the time to buy Samsara? Find out with our full research report.Samsara (IOT) Q1 2024 Highlights:Revenue: $280.7 million, 3.1% above analyst estimates of $272.4 million.EPS: -$0.10, analysts expected -$0.13 (23.5%…
Secure data analytics startup Opaque Systems Inc. today announced a new platform designed to run artificial intelligence workloads on encrypted data that protects machine learning pipelines. The new “Confidential AI Platform,” announced at the second annual Confidential Computing Summit, supports machine learning pipelines as well as popular AI languages and frameworks such as Python and Spark. The platform enables enterprises to run a wide range of AI workloads, including SQL analytics and AI inference, on encrypted data without the need for re-engineering. The platform seeks to address security and privacy concerns surrounding the implementation of generative AI. Opaque argues that…
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Dell Technologies and Purdue University have reached an agreement to create the Alienware Purdue Gaming Lounge, which will be one of the largest dedicated collegiate gaming venues in the country. The 2,000-square-foot space, located within the France A. Cordoba Recreational Sports Center to support Purdue’s competitive and casual gaming initiatives, will be equipped with premium gaming equipment from Alienware. The lounge is scheduled to open in August 2024. “We are honored to enter into this unique partnership with Dell Technologies, a company that plays a pivotal role in the global technology industry, and are excited to…
Pro Tip Review each program’s required courses, electives, and projects to determine if it will help you achieve your career goals. Most data analytics certifications cover foundational career skills like Python programming, data management, and data visualization tools. However, some of the programs on our list offer specialized curricula that focus on specific skills, topics, or software. Finding the best online data analytics program for you depends on your educational background, interests, goals, schedule, and budget. Below, we’ll discuss some factors to consider. Think about your future goals Data analysts can find lucrative work in almost any industry, including marketing,…