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D-Wave and Davidson Technologies Enter Multi-Year Reseller Agreement

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January 5, 2023

BURNABY, B.C., PALO ALTO, Calif. and HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Jan. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via InvestorWire — D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services and the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers; and Davidson Technologies, Inc., a technology services company that provides innovative engineering, technical and management solutions for the Department of Defense, aerospace and commercial customers, today announced that the companies have entered into a multi-year reseller agreement. The new alliance, which will be highlighted at D-Wave’s upcoming annual user conference, Qubits, enables Davidson to resell D-Wave’s products and services, including the Leap™ quantum cloud service. In addition, the companies are working together on an initiative to support classified quantum-hybrid applications, an important requirement for national defense programs.

The collaboration comes at a time when the United States Government is increasingly emphasizing the importance of quantum information science (QIS) technology in fostering American innovation and furthering military initiatives. By collaborating on joint go-to-market efforts, Davidson plans to expand its advanced, intelligent technology solutions with D-Wave’s cloud-based quantum computing and quantum hybrid solver services in support of US defense and aerospace efforts. Quantum-hybrid applications can support a variety of mission objectives, including supply chain optimization, logistics management, weapon system optimization, and vehicle routing, to name a few.

“Quantum technology should be considered a key component of every compute infrastructure, including our nation’s defense operations,” said Major General John W. Holly (USA, Ret.), President, CEO and Chairman of Davidson. “By joining forces with D-Wave, we’re aiming to help our Government customers accelerate the adoption and application of today’s quantum-hybrid solutions as part of our focused mission to protect and defend the United States.”

“Davidson has a reputation for recognizing how emerging and advanced technologies can be applied to help customers navigate change, embrace risks and grow,” said Dr. Alan Baratz, CEO of D-Wave. “We share that spirit of imagining the unimaginable and harnessing the power of technology in service to our customers. Through our collaboration, we’re extending Davidson’s impressive portfolio with annealing quantum computing solutions designed to tackle government customers’ increasingly complex computational problems, today.”

An industry leader in quantum computing solutions, D-Wave is a pioneer with more than a decade of experience building and delivering commercial quantum computers. Through the reseller agreement, Davidson has access to the Advantage^TM quantum system, D-Wave’s fifth generation commercially available quantum computer, which excels at optimization problems ubiquitous in real-world commercial and defense applications, such as manufacturing processes and waste reduction. Advantage has more than 5,000 qubits and 15-way qubit connectivity and is available via the Leap real-time quantum cloud service.

About Davidson Technologies, Inc.
For more than 25 years, Davidson has distinguished itself in the aerospace and missile defense industry with an outstanding reputation for performance excellence. Specifically, the company is recognized for innovation and subject matter expertise dedicated to the mission and the warfighter by designing and delivering advanced, intelligent technology solutions in defense of our Nation.

About D-Wave Quantum Inc.
D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS) is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services, and is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers—and the only company building both annealing quantum computers and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to unlock the power of quantum computing today to benefit business and society. We do this by delivering customer value with practical quantum applications for problems as diverse as logistics, artificial intelligence, materials sciences, drug discovery, scheduling, cybersecurity, fault detection, and financial modeling. D-Wave’s technology is being used by some of the world’s most advanced organizations, including NEC Corporation, Volkswagen, DENSO, Lockheed Martin, Forschungszentrum Jülich, University of Southern California, and Los Alamos National Laboratory.

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ZTE highlights building solid foundations with full-stack intelligent computing solution at MWC Shanghai 2024

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June 26, 2024

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SHANGHAI, June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, will present innovative solutions and success cases in connectivity, computing power, industrial digitalization, and terminal devices at MWC Shanghai 2024, committed to building solid foundations with its full-stack and full-scenario intelligent computing solution.

In addition to exhibitions, ZTE will participate in various forums, sharing insights on trending topics, including AI, 5G, digitalization, etc. Meanwhile, the company will be hosting a series of launch events, showcasing its AI-powered eyewear-free 3D products and the Nebula Telecom Large Model.
Adhering to its “connectivity + computing” strategy, ZTE aims to create a dynamic ecosystem with industry partners, emphasizing openness and decoupling. Through continuous innovation, ZTE seeks to unfold an intelligent future.
Computing Power: Full-Stack Intelligent Computing as Efficient Foundation
ZTE provides a full-stack and full-scenario intelligent computing solution involving computing power, networks, capabilities, intelligence, and applications. With a full series of servers, high-performance storage products, lossless networks, and green data centers, ZTE has created a robust engine for diverse intelligent computing centers.
Connectivity: A New Era of 10Gbps Experience
Together with industry partners, ZTE continues to explore innovations in 5G-A technologies across different scenarios and industries, and empowers diversified new B2B and B2C services based on 10Gbps+ experience. Meanwhile, ZTE is also leading in global OTN technologies, and actively driving the evolution of all-optical connectivity, building 10Gbps networks for cities, and empowering smart life based on intelligent computing.
Industry: Phygital Convergence for Innovative Development
ZTE proposes the solution of “intelligent computing infrastructure + Digital Nebula,” facilitating phygital innovation and boost productivity in the intelligent era. ZTE has developed hundreds of exemplary projects in key sectors and ZTE Digital Nebula 3.0 has become the “super brain” of industrial digitalization, enabling customers and industry partners to foster a sustainable and intelligent ecosystem.
ZTE Mobile Devices: AI Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 3.0
With “AI for All” product strategy, ZTE has launched a full range of AI devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, PCs, and mobile internet products, dedicated to building AI Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 3.0. Emerging as a pioneer in cloud PCs, ZTE possesses a global user base of over 3 million.
For more information about ZTE’s highlights at MWC Shanghai 2024, please visit: https://www.zte.com.cn/global/about/news/zte-highlights-building-solid-foundations-with-full-stack-intelligent-computing-solution-at-mwc-shanghai-2024.html
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Comviva named a Visionary in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations Report

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NEW DELHI, June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Comviva, the global leader in customer experience and data monetization solutions, today announced that it has been named a Visionary in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for AI in CSPs Customer and Business Operations report.

Gartner defines the market of AI in communications service provider (CSP) customer and business operations as commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products. They are either capabilities embedded in CSP-specific operational technology (OT) applications (such as channels, CRM and other business support system [BSS] applications) or industry-agnostic horizontal applications delivering AI/machine learning (ML)-based customer and business operations to CSPs. CSP customer and business operations refer to marketing, sales, customer acquisition, customer journey, billing and revenue management, revenue assurance, and related risk management. The scope of AI products covers data readiness, life cycle management of algorithms and their application to CSP customer and business operations.
Comviva’s vision is to revolutionize the telecommunications industry by harnessing the transformative power of AI and Generative AI. With AI use cases across its MobiLytix™ and BlueMarble solutions, Comviva is enabling businesses to create, manage, and deliver real-time personalization, contextualized customer experiences, and intelligence-driven commerce at scale. Comviva has been noted for its strength in content creation, natural language generation, decision intelligence and machine learning.
“To thrive in today’s digital economy, businesses must accelerate the adoption of AI and related digital technologies. Comviva’s greatest strength has been our intelligent platforms that deliver personalized experiences and engagement across the customer journey,” said Rajesh Chandiramani, CEO at Comviva. “We are excited by this recognition as we believe that this affirms our strategic direction and leadership in revolutionizing telecommunications with AI. Comviva’s strong position in the quadrant validates our commitment and progress toward leveraging next-gen technologies in our solutions to deliver exceptional customer experiences.”
Comviva integrates state-of-the-art AI technologies across its comprehensive product portfolio, driving innovation, enhancing customer experiences, and optimizing business operations for Communications Service Providers (CSPs) around the world.
Source: Gartner Magic Quadrant for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations, by Pulkit Pandey, Amresh Nandan, Peter Liu, 4 June 2024.
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Jacobi releases Model Portfolio Tech to help investment firms capitalise on booming opportunity

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June 26, 2024

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The search for technology to support model portfolio management and portfolio construction services is increasing as companies look to centralise and scale their model portfolio management and compete in a rapidly growing market.
LONDON, June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The utilisation of model portfolios among financial advisers has emerged as a transformative force, with staggering growth in model portfolios projected to continue over the next decade. And with good reason, they offer an efficient method for diversification, risk management, and portfolio construction, with personalisation features to match the unique financial goals and risk tolerances of clients.

Financial advisers are also increasingly turning to asset managers for assistance in managing the model portfolios they build and maintain for clients. Jacobi’s model management technology enables asset managers to scale the portfolio construction services they offer financial professionals. The technology enables a platform that can centralise performance and risk analytics, integrate investment workflows, and produce professional reports to share with clients.
An early adopter of Jacobi’s model technology, leading asset manager T. Rowe Price has seen improved process efficiencies and enhanced engagement with clients.
Chris Augelli, Head of Advisor Engagement & Portfolio Construction Solutions at T. Rowe Price, says:
“Jacobi’s technology has enabled us to work faster and handle the increasing demand for our portfolio construction services. Having the team on one common platform through Jacobi has facilitated collaboration in real-time, which has supported our effectiveness in meeting clients’ needs.”
Tanya Bartolini, Chief Revenue Officer at Jacobi, says:
“Our technology helps us partner with asset managers such as T.Rowe Price to scale and connect workflows, driving enormous efficiencies – and ultimately increasing their market distribution.”
About Jacobi
Jacobi Inc. is a global investment technology provider that streamlines multi-asset investment processes and enables portfolio design, analysis, and client engagement. Its unique “open architecture” platform allows users to tailor the platform by integrating their own code, models, data, analytics, and applications.
Founded in 2014, Jacobi provides its technology to top-tier investors across the globe, including some of the world’s leading asset and wealth managers, pension funds, asset owners, and investment consultants.
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Founded in 1937, T. Rowe Price helps people around the world achieve their long-term investment goals. As a large global asset management company known for investment excellence, retirement leadership, and independent proprietary research, the firm is built on a culture of integrity that puts client interests first. Investors rely on the award-winning firm for its retirement expertise and active management of equity, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset investments. T. Rowe Price manages $1.54 trillion in client assets as of May 31, 2024, and it serves millions of clients globally.
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