Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The Motley Fool is a financial services company dedicated to making the world smarter The Motley Fool reaches millions of people every month through our premium investing solutions free guidance and market analysis on Fool.com Consistency has been a trademark of Enterprise Products Partners (EPD -1.56%) throughout its storied history. Through various energy and economic down cycles, the pipeline company serving the midstream market has been able to maintain its distribution and continually increase it Last year marked the 26th straight year that the company raised its dividend With investors once again faced with economic uncertainty and lower energy prices, is now the time to buy Enterprise and its 7.2% forward yield Let's take a closer look at the company's recent quarterly report to find out if the company can once again be a ballast in the current trade war storm The key to Enterprise's consistency is that it is primarily a volume-driven business with fee-based contracts it collects a set fee based on throughput volumes which are not impacted by commodity prices or spreads about 80% of the company's gross operating profits come from fee-based activities and it also likes to attach take-or-pay provisions to its contracts so that it gets paid whether or not a customer uses its pipelines or services 80% of its gross operating profits came from fee-based activities while 14% were attached to commodity differentials (spreads) Most of its non-fee profits came from natural gas processing and octane enhancement activities about 90% of its contracts include inflation escalation provisions Another big reason why Enterprise has been able to consistently raise its distribution is that it maintains a strong balance sheet The midstream sector is a capital-intensive business and companies typically take on debt to build out new projects While many midstream companies will carry leverage of 4x or more Enterprise has always been more conservative with the company ending the quarter with leverage of 3.1x In addition, Enterprise has generally kept a solid distribution coverage ratio. For Q1, it had a 1.7 times distribution coverage ratio based on its distributable cash flow, which is a common midstream metric that is essentially a company's operating cash flow minus maintenance capital expenditures (capex) The thinking behind this metric is that growth capex is more discretionary and can be adjusted in the future the combination of industry low leverage and a robust coverage ratio allows the company to prudently pursue growth projects while also giving it plenty of room to grow its distribution its fee-based businesses create a strong base for the company with a high floor the company isn't completely immune to the macro environment and what is going on in the world The company has an extensive operation that handles and exports LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) LPG was not spared from retaliatory tariffs from China but it said the market has adjusted by rerouting U.S It also noted that it's about 90% contracted on LPG at the moment Enterprise has entered a growth phase given the opportunities it has been seeing around natural gas and NGL (natural gas liquids) demand It currently has $7.6 billion of growth projects under construction most of these projects are very far along (so contracts for things like steel have already been locked in) with $6 billion in projects expected to come online this year This should be a strong growth driver for the company later this year and next Overall, Enterprise's Q1 results were largely flat. Its total gross operating profit fell by 2% to $2.43 billion, while its adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) edged lower by 1% to $2.44 billion It increased its distributable cash flow by 5% to $2.01 billion Its adjusted free cash flow was $1.06 billion It paid a quarterly distribution of $0.535 per unit which was a 3.9% increase versus a year earlier It also spent $60 million buying back its stock in the quarter management noted that it has several projects set to come online in the second half including two processing plants in the Permian in Q3 It expects the plants to ramp pretty quickly it expects to drop 2026 growth capex to between $2 billion and $2.5 billion which will give it a lot of cash to pay down debt or buy back stock While Enterprise's Q1 results weren't anything to get excited about they did show the steady nature of the company's business in a tumultuous market with $6 billion in growth projects set to come online later this year the company is poised to see strong growth in the latter half and into 2026 It will then have a lot of excess cash flow and flexibility in 2026 Turning to valuation, the stock trades at a forward enterprise value-to-EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) multiple of 9.4 based on analysts' 2025 estimates EV/EBITDA is the most common metric used to value midstream companies and this is well below the levels the stock traded at before the pandemic Data by YCharts. this is a great time to buy Enterprise stock for the long term It carries an attractive 7.2% forward yield and will see solid growth with so many projects coming online in the second half of this year Geoffrey Seiler has positions in Enterprise Products Partners. 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The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy *Average returns of all recommendations since inception Cost basis and return based on previous market day close Market data powered by Xignite and Polygon.io See anyone you know?48 PHOTOSBrockton High School staff arrive for the junior prom at the Clarion Hotel in Taunton on Friday Brockton High School junior Asland Gray arrives for her prom at the Clarion Hotel in Taunton on Friday Then, another round of cancellations targeted research on misinformation and disinformation, a subject (among others) that Republican Senator Ted Cruz views as advancing neo-Marxist perspectives and class warfare Misinformation research is vital to advancing our understanding of how citizens understand and process evidence and scientific information and put that understanding into action It is an increasingly important area of research given our massive ever-changing digital information environment A few examples of important research that was canceled because it threatens the current administration’s political agenda: Results of misinformation research inform how we handle education It’s how we get people to integrate data into their work whether their work involves things like farming Understanding how speech on technical topics is perceived, drives trust, and changes behavior can help us ensure that our speech is more effective. Beyond its economic impact, research on misinformation helps create an informed public—the foundation of any democracy. Contrary to the president’s executive order it does not “infringe on the constitutionally protected speech rights of American citizens.” Misinformation research is only a threat to the speech of people who seek to spread misinformation Political attacks on misinformation research is censorship driven by a dislike for the results it produces It is also part of a larger threat to the NSF and the economic and social benefits that come from publicly funded research The NSF is a “pass through agency”—most of its annual budget (around $9 billion) passes through the agency and is returned to American communities in the form of science grants (80 percent of the budget) and STEM education (13 percent) The NSF manages these programs via a staff that is packed full of expert scientists in physics These scientists and the administrative staff (1,700 employees who account for around 5 percent of its budget) organize complex peer-review panels that assess and distribute funding to cutting-edge science presidents may shift the NSF’s funding priorities—this is their prerogative Elected officials (both presidents and Congress) have agendas and interests and want to bring federal dollars to their constituents there are national priorities—pandemic response Presidential agendas are meant to “steer the ship” by working with Congress to develop annual budgets, set appropriations and earmarks, and focus on specific regions (e.g., EPSCoR) cancellation of previously funded research projects is NOT normal Unilaterally banning funding for specific types of research (climate science research on minoritized groups) is not normal While these immediate cuts are felt first by scientists and universities they will ultimately affect people throughout the nation—students The American scientific enterprise has been a world leader, and federal funding of science is a key driver of this success and entrepreneurs from around the world have flocked to the US to advance science and innovation Public investments in science have produced economic health and prosperity for all Americans and advanced our national security through innovation and soft diplomacy combined with other actions taken to limit research funding and peer review at scientific agencies make it clear that the Trump administration’s goals are to: All Americans who benefit from the outcomes of publicly funded science—GPS and touch screens on your phone far more—should be alarmed and taking action There is a lot going on in the political environment right now making it easy to get caught up in the implications cuts have on individual research projects or to be reassured by things that haven’t been targeted yet has built a world-class scientific enterprise founded on the belief that taxpayer investments in basic science can and do produce valuable economic and social outcomes for all of us Censoring research and canceling misinformation grants is a small step in what is already a larger battle to defend our world-class scientific enterprise Feeney is the Frank and June Sackton chair and professor in the School of Public Affairs at Arizona State University She is a fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration and served as the program director for the Science of Science: Discovery Communication and Impact program at the National Science Foundation (2021–2024) WDHN - wdhn.com Ala (WDHN) — A popular yearly festival in Enterprise set for this weekend has been canceled due to possible severe weather and we deeply regret having to cancel this event for ourcommunity,” said Blake Moore Director of Community Services and Recreation The 26th annual Festival in the Park was set to take place on Saturday but the fireworks planned for the festival will be used at an upcoming city event “We know how much this event means to our community and canceling it was not an easy decision,” said Mayor William E We appreciate everyone’s understanding and continued support as we look ahead to future events.” these are the actual most popular baby names so far in 2025 Whether it’s a short vacation or they’re jetting off to begin their career show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift National Teacher Appreciation Week begins May 5 take advantage of these freebies and deals You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Enterprise AI isn’t just changing how tech works — it’s rewriting the rules of business That momentum is visible across every layer of the enterprise landscape with enterprise AI reshaping cloud infrastructure Once considered a niche productivity booster AI was a key thread in the 100th episode of theCUBE Pod, where Chief Analyst Dave Vellante (pictured, right) and Executive Analyst John Furrier (left) explored AI’s accelerating impact While the recent RSAC 2025 Conference provided a timely backdrop for discussions about cybersecurity and infrastructure resilience connecting the dots between AI-fueled growth in the cloud the intensifying race for semiconductor control and platform players such as Salesforce Inc and I think the coding assistance are absolutely a part of it,” Furrier said what Amazon Q developers [are] doing … that is expanding value The value proposition on revenue generation — unlike the .com bubble — is happening much faster.” One of the clearest signs of AI’s growing influence is its impact on cloud growth. Microsoft Azure’s latest earnings were shocking with a 35% jump in revenue an indicator that enterprise AI services are rapidly scaling Microsoft Corp.’s early push to embed large language models into its stack is resonating with customers and investors alike also reported strong gains but saw a cooler reaction from the market “It was interesting to see the Amazon reaction They lowered the low-end range of the guide Because what a lot of companies are doing is they’re saying Enterprise AI is not only creating new products Microsoft now attributes around 16% of Azure revenue to AI But not all growth is as straightforward as it appears They noted that strategic presentation of earnings such as adjusting baseline revenue reporting and Wall Street is eager to reward the trend “What Microsoft did last year is they took those old legacy segments out of Azure They said we’re taking this out of Azure and we’re replacing it with AI,” Vellante said That lowers the overall revenue even though they never reported it The effect was they lowered the absolute revenue that they never reported Now Wall Street’s all excited about it.” The rise of enterprise AI has also renewed focus on the hardware powering it especially amid growing geopolitical uncertainty home to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co and the world’s most advanced chip fabrication capabilities As AI models become more compute-intensive and critical to national infrastructure control over semiconductor supply chains has become a flashpoint What happens when … China takes over Taiwan that’s going to be locked inside of Taiwan China’s going to control that,” Vellante explained “What will happen in that instance is China will say no chips for you manufacturing,’ and then you’re going to create zones And China will be in the lead for some period of time will constrict their sales of software like they have always Then you’ll have a bifurcated market and not a global supply chain like we have today.” Intel Corp. became a case study during the discussion. The company has long struggled to keep up with emerging waves, missing out on partnerships with Apple Inc., falling behind ARM Ltd. and underestimating the AI transition. Yet recent signs of focus and a simplified roadmap suggest a possible rebound even if the company still faces structural challenges “What’s interesting is [Intel CEO] Lip-Bu Tan held an Intel roadmap but actually I’m getting more positive on Intel finally What I mean by that is they’re not going to do a spin-out what Lip-Bu Tan is going to do is dial down cost Their discussion also explores how software platforms are adapting to the rise of agentic AI has quietly positioning itself as a fourth hyperscaler distinct from cloud infrastructure giants by focusing on data orchestration and workflow intelligence “Imagine Salesforce being the fourth hyperscaler where they are federating all these data sources and they are the ones doing the harmonization,” he said process logic and customer interaction models That gives it an edge in managing autonomous AI agents and integrating them directly into business operations As platforms such as Google face friction over user experience and internal alignment Salesforce’s vertically integrated approach could prove more effective Salesforce is leveraging that ahead of most,” Vellante said They’ve got access to all that stuff Here’s the full episode of this week’s theCUBE Pod: On theCUBE Pod: How enterprise AI is fueling cloud growth it’s still about improving security workflow Amazon announces Q Developer preview in GitHub for AI-powered code generation and review RightRev lands $13M to meet growing demand for intelligent revenue recognition SonicWall debuts new firewalls and managed cybersecurity service Signal app clone used by Trump officials was hacked in less than 30 mins AI - BY CHAD WILSON SECURITY - BY GUEST AUTHOR AI - BY KYT DOTSON CLOUD - BY DUNCAN RILEY SECURITY - BY MARIA DEUTSCHER SECURITY - BY MIKE WHEATLEY Forgot Password? By Lindsay Fitzgerald One of the most important and often overlooked areas VCs evaluate when considering an investment is a startup’s opportunity for distribution partnerships A successful partnership can help a startup break out of one-to-one sales cycles and skyrocket growth — especially in regulated industries — by providing customer access and credibility Collaborating with established companies offers startups expertise efficient distribution channels and operational support the right partnership can position startups as established industry leaders BILL was a pioneer in the B2B2B go-to-market motion it built a name for itself through its direct-to-business sales motion and only after it found product-market fit and sustainable growth did it begin working with distribution partners Following BILL’s footsteps from 15 years ago, companies like HighRadius, Gusto and Melio 1 have made these partnerships much more commonplace Many banks and financial platforms now offer programmatic reselling and distribution platforms these startups have real sales cycles without massive annual contracts to fall back on They must think outside the box and quickly which means embracing one of the most underrated low-cost growth hacks: channel partnerships and generate your first few million in revenue independently Establish credibility with top customers whose shiny logos will impress your future enterprise partners If you’re looking to partner with industry titans For products that require a technical integration or create a seamless way for your customers to download and port over data Enterprises are looking for a partnership that can scale They will never invest technical resources in a startup that hasn’t provided customer value After building that foundation independently ask yourself which players matter most to your customers That becomes your distribution partner target list Smaller partners such as regional banks don’t have the scale to make or break your business so you can give them a sweetheart deal in exchange for their co-development support and you’ll have your business’ B2B2B go-to-market playbook founders must be involved in initial partnerships it’s hard to justify hiring a senior full-time person dedicated to it and a junior employee is not the appropriate person to pitch senior executives at banks so a GTM or product team member should accompany them and manage follow-ups Align with your partner on KPIs by asking what success looks like evaluation timelines and potential next steps we advise beginning with a tight email-based campaign doesn’t require integration and offers early feedback Ask the financial institution to target a few hundred ideal customers Don’t overthink the referral economics at the testing stage — if you are doing most of the technical work you can usually get away with no referral fee Enterprise distribution partnerships rarely come to fruition overnight two years is the rule of thumb to land one with a successful partnership taking between one and three years Be aware that if you do not have a senior leader who is regularly engaged You want someone with the authority and commitment to champion the partnership internally and keep it moving and you never know what the future may hold Stay in their orbit so when they are ready build trusted relationships and stay patient Illustration: Dom Guzman Fitzgerald worked on a funding deal for Melio at a previous investor.↩ which sells the popular Cursor application has reportedly raised a $900 million round at a $9 billion valuation Discover and act on private market opportunities with predictive company intelligence Editorial Partners: Verizon Media Tech About Crunchbase News Crunchbase News Data Methodology Privacy Policy Terms of Service Cookie Settings Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Info CA Privacy Notice Company Careers Partners Blog Contact Us Crunchbase Pro Crunchbase Enterprise Crunchbase for Applications Customer Stories Pricing Featured Searches And Lists Knowledge Center Create A Profile Sales Intelligence Sales Prospecting Guide Sales Prospecting Tools This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250505596016/en/ Kore.ai and Microsoft Announced Strategic Partnership at re:imagine 2025 to Accelerate Enterprise AI Transformation View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250505596016/en/ We’d like to share more about how we work and what drives our day-to-day business How we use your information depends on the product and service that you use and your relationship with us To learn more about how we handle and protect your data, visit our privacy center Read our editorial policy to learn more about our process Booz Allen Hamilton has secured a potential $743.1 million contract from the U.S. Air Force for enterprise level application modernization and migration The Department of Defense said Wednesday time-and-materials and firm-fixed-price task order covers services supporting the modernization and migration of enterprise applications Virginia-based information technology and services company will conduct work in its facilities within the contiguous United States The project is expected to run through Oct The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center at the Hanscom Air Force Base in Massachusetts is the contracting activity It will obligate $1.3 million from fiscal 2025 operations and maintenance appropriations funds at the time of award The premier source of breaking business news for the government contracting industry to-the-point stories of the most significant contract awards M&A activities and financial results of the sector’s most notable players GovCon Wire is always on top of the most recent contracting sector activity and is updated in real time as the news breaks Important URLs: About us – Government Contracting FAQ – Guest Contributions – 2024 Events The Park Rapids Enterprise welcomed a new multimedia journalist on Monday who recently graduated from Purdue University I interned at the Indianapolis Star and Minnesota Public Radio I’ve spent a lot of time reporting on alleged tenant mistreatment and mental health issues,” she said “I was drawn to the Park Rapids area because of its natural beauty,” she said She can be reached with story ideas at ahaddon@parkrapidsenterprise.com or 218-732-3364 “I can’t wait to get to know the community,” she said Agentic AI is moving from research to real-world enterprise use Organizations are rapidly adopting agents to streamline workflows "There have been several studies where there are discussions about every employee in an organization having up to four to five agents in the future working along with them to accelerate productivity," said Narayan Sundar this evolution comes with increased exposure to risk AI agents are interacting with sensitive data and opening new threat vectors That's one of the areas that needs to be protected," said Pritish Sinha It is essential to implement appropriate guardrails and safety measures from the earliest stages of experimenting with agentic AI to ensure secure deployment "You don't want your company to be in the news for the wrong reasons." 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Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience PAUL SMITHS — The Paul Smiths-Gabriels Volunteer Fire Department was bustling with activity Sunday morning it wasn’t in response to a fire call The department hosted its annual (close to) Mother’s Day firemen’s pancake breakfast from 7 a.m attendees had access to an unlimited buffet home fries and other offerings cooked up that morning by firefighters “It’s a great time for the community to come together,” Paven said so it’s nice for people to come and sit down for a couple of hours and run into people that they haven’t seen in a bit — that’s great.” She said it was a strong turnout and exceeded last year’s numbers — a welcome trend for the department which used proceeds from the pancake breakfast to help pay for a new second-hand truck they recently acquired Paven said small fire departments face a harsh financial picture when it comes to getting new trucks or gear even as they provide a vital public service “The reality is the equipment is so expensive,” she said “A brand new truck is a million dollars Small departments like PSGVFD often rely on community support to balance their budgets but that’s how small departments like ours stay afloat,” she said Paven said Paul Smith’s College student members are a “vital” part of the department and it has helped keep their recruitment numbers steady admit a troubling nationwide decline “We’re really lucky because we have the college kids,” she said about half of our department is college kids.” Paven said the PSGVFD’s next fundraising event will be a taco and hot dogs drive-thru event on Saturday with more pancake breakfasts slated to return in the fall TUPPER LAKE — The Tupper Lake Town Board is set to hold a special meeting at 2 p.m SARANAC LAKE — The Saranac Lake Department of Public Works will begin hydrant flushing on Monday in the Park .. Copyright © 2025 Adirondack Publishing Company | https://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com | 54 Broadway 20h ago / Podcasts / By Ray Sharma Kore.ai, a global leader in enterprise conversational and generative AI today announced a Strategic Partnership Agreement with Microsoft expanding its deep integration with Microsoft’s cloud and AI ecosystem The partnership brings together Kore.ai’s advanced agent platform and purpose-built business solutions with Microsoft’s hyperscale infrastructure and AI services enabling global enterprises to adopt AI at speed the collaboration aims to deliver several strategic integrations with Azure AI Foundry and Microsoft Copilot Studio—delivering a “Better Together” strategy that meets enterprises where they work The partnership will help enable enterprises to seamlessly deploy Kore.ai’s Agent platform and pre-built business solutions within their Microsoft environments and empower employees with AI agents where they work most Read: AI in Content Creation: Top 25 AI Tools A Better Together Strategy for the AI-Powered Enterprise The collaboration delivers several strategic integrations: “Our strategic partnership with Microsoft marks a significant milestone in Kore.ai’s mission to make enterprise AI accessible helping enterprises reimagine their business operations with AI,” said Raj Koneru “By integrating deeply with Microsoft technologies we’re empowering customers to unify AI-driven collaboration and service delivery into one intelligent enterprise layer delivered securely and at scale—ultimately accelerating their journey from AI experimentation to enterprise-wide transformation.” Also Read: Amperity Unveils Industry’s First Identity Resolution Agent, Accelerating AI Readiness for Enterprise Brands Several Kore.ai solutions are already available on the Azure Marketplace for streamlined procurement and deployment Kore.ai will continue to innovate and go to market with Microsoft through the Azure Co-sell Program “Our strategic partnership with Kore.ai marks a significant milestone in our mission to accelerate enterprise AI transformation By integrating Kore.ai’s advanced conversational and GenAI capabilities with Microsoft’s robust cloud and AI services we are enabling enterprises to adopt AI at scale and with enterprise-grade security This collaboration will empower businesses to streamline their operations This collaboration reflects a shared vision to empower enterprises with flexible and human-centered AI—one that not only delivers productivity gains but transforms how work happens across the organization [To share your insights with us, please write to psen@itechseries.com] editorial insights and digital marketing trends from around the globe Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative Copyright © techoraco and its affiliated companies 2025 Hivelocity’s enterprise cloud platform offers a strategic solution providing organisations with a model that eliminates hardware dependencies while delivering enterprise-grade performance and scalability the company’s recent partnership with Digital Realty strengthens its suite of tariff-proof service options ensuring stability in the face of global uncertainty Traditional reliance on physical servers and networking gear can expose businesses to volatile import duties and logistical delays and networking equipment often create rising costs throughout the IT ecosystem expenses that frequently trickle down to end users through inflated service contracts and reduced infrastructure flexibility Hivelocity’s cloud-first approach neutralises those risks by replacing capital-intensive hardware deployments with a fully virtualised environment that renders your enterprise tariff-proof Hivelocity’s enterprise cloud directly counters the risks posed by supply chain bottlenecks Where traditional hardware-dependent setups might struggle to replace failed components during shortages this cloud environment automatically redistributes workloads across redundant systems ensuring uninterrupted service even during prolonged disruptions The tariff resilience of this product extends beyond cost avoidance By leveraging distributed data centres and software-defined resource allocation Hivelocity's platform ensures consistent performance despite component shortages or trade policy shifts This architectural flexibility is critical as tariffs reshape innovation priorities across the tech sector While some providers face delayed R&D timelines due to supply chain complexities Hivelocity’s cloud environment accelerates deployment cycles through automated scaling and resource pooling Hivelocity also provides predictable pricing tiers that align with workload demands so enterprises can optimise their cloud footprint while maintaining strict budget controls For businesses navigating or considering hybrid IT landscapes it can be difficult to predict costs while seeking to prevent import duties and striving to enhance operational efficiency Hivelocity offers a stable alternative that stays aligned with unique business needs As a company at the forefront of competitive hybrid IT for enterprises, Hivelocity recently announced integration with Digital Realty’s ServiceFabric™ a connectivity platform enabling seamless hybrid cloud architectures This collaboration allows enterprises to bridge on-premises systems with cloud resources without incurring the tariff-driven costs of physical hardware expansions anchored in Digital Realty’s globally distributed data centres ensures compliance with regional data residency requirements while maintaining seamless access to cloud resources The partnership’s core-to-edge capabilities ensure low-latency performance for AI stabilising operations in volatile markets With localised deployments and vendor consolidation minimising trade exposure risks can be avoided while enterprises thrive rather than simply survive This hybrid IT model also ensures redundancy and compliance without downtime while maximising performance Hivelocity’s architecture provides a scalable foundation for next-generation applications while maintaining its tariff-resilient core By combining immediate cost protections with forward-looking technological capabilities Hivelocity’s services transform potential vulnerabilities into opportunities for growth The company’s collaboration with Digital Realty positions it as a leader in resilient empowering enterprises to thrive in complex global markets As global trade policies continue to evolve the need for tariff-proof infrastructure will likely increase Hivelocity’s enterprise cloud stands at the forefront of this transition offering organisations a stable foundation for growth in an unstable economic climate The platform’s enterprise-grade performance features are key in helping businesses improve IT infrastructure with more redundancy and a feature-rich environment that’s ideal for managing and supporting your solutions The company’s cloud infrastructure is newly built and ready to scale with available capacity for new customers today Hivelocity CEO on cloud innovation, repatriation, and enterprise solutions Hivelocity completes full integration, boosting position as leading infrastructure provider You have reached the limit for gifting for this month Unisys expands portfolio with three cloud AI solutions targeting enterprise integration challenges; positions for growth while facing stiff competition Unisys's tripartite cloud AI product suite addresses distinct enterprise needs along the AI implementation journey Cloud AI Foundation establishes the secure scalable infrastructure backbone essential for enterprise-wide AI deployment Cloud AI Enablement tackles integration challenges - often the most significant barrier to organizational AI adoption - by focusing on connecting AI capabilities with existing business systems Cloud AI Customer Experience applies AI specifically to customer interactions through analytics The company's approach acknowledges enterprise reality: AI solutions must complement and enhance existing technology investments rather than requiring complete system overhauls The Unisys Intelligence Accelerator framework appears to be their implementation methodology suggesting a systematized approach to reduce complexity in deployment The mention of sector-specific applications indicates flexibility for vertical markets while the planned expansion into agentic AI demonstrates awareness of emerging autonomous AI trends This positions Unisys in the broader enterprise AI solutions landscape currently dominated by established cloud providers and specialized AI firms Without technical specifications or architectural details it's difficult to assess how these solutions differentiate from competitive offerings The enterprise AI integration space has become increasingly crowded with both established technology providers and specialized startups offering similar capabilities Success will likely depend on Unisys's execution and ability to demonstrate measurable business outcomes for early adopters Unisys's cloud AI product expansion targets enterprise digital transformation market; strategic move but financial impact remains unclear This product launch represents a strategic portfolio expansion for Unisys's Cloud Applications & Infrastructure (CA&I) business unit positioning the company to compete in the enterprise AI implementation market The comprehensive approach - covering foundation infrastructure and customer experience - suggests Unisys is pursuing a full-stack strategy rather than a niche play The emphasis on integration capabilities acknowledges a crucial market pain point: organizations struggle to connect AI initiatives with existing systems and workflows Unisys targets the "last mile" challenge that often determines AI implementation success as enterprises increasingly move from AI experimentation to implementation at scale The adaptability for industry-specific processes (financial modeling regulatory compliance) indicates a vertical market strategy that could broaden adoption potential The planned expansion into autonomous decision-making capabilities suggests a longer-term product roadmap potentially creating ongoing customer value and recurring revenue opportunities the announcement lacks implementation timelines This launch places Unisys in a competitive landscape with both established technology providers and specialized AI startups actual business impact will depend on execution quality and the company's ability to translate technical capabilities into measurable client outcomes - factors not addressable from this announcement alone advanced cloud AI solutions transform operational efficiency streamline decision-making processes and enable organizations to maximize resources while integrating AI into core operations The new solutions offer the following capabilities: modern enterprises need scalable and flexible solutions which is why we created cloud AI solutions with powerful integration capabilities," said Manju Naglapur Applications & Infrastructure at Unisys "By seamlessly integrating with existing systems and dialing up robust security measures we are driving business adoption and enabling organizations to leverage AI for better efficiency The company's cloud AI solutions are powered by the Unisys Intelligence Accelerator a customizable technology that includes a structured set of guidelines and component code to accelerate and guide an organization's solution development Unisys can also adapt these cloud AI solutions across all sectors to modernize industry-specific processes like financial modeling or regulatory compliance The company will continue to expand its cloud AI solutions with plans to include agentic AI capabilities and further empower organizations with autonomous decision-making and proactive problem-solving To learn more about cloud AI solutions 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Login Neptune Software, the low-code platform to build run and orchestrate AI-powered enterprise applications today announced its bold new strategic direction focused on clean core SAP modernization and enterprise-ready artificial intelligence “Our mission remains the same: empower enterprises to build solutions with greater speed and control,” said Helder Gonçalves we’re giving customers the foundation they need to future-proof their business for SAP and beyond.”  Accelerate Business Value.Neptune’s strategy is rooted in three pillars: Evolve These principles guide every product investment: “We’re helping our customers reduce technical debt and deliver scalable results with less risk,” added Gonçalves customers no longer face the choice between innovation and system stability Neptune’s dual-deployment model supports both in-stack (SAP ECC or S/4HANA) and side-by-side (cloud-native) development As SAP customers migrate to RISE or GROW with SAP Neptune ensures the journey is predictable Extensions built on Neptune today can seamlessly transition to the cloud without rewriting From AI Experiments to Enterprise OutcomesAt the heart of Neptune’s new roadmap is Applied Enterprise AI—a pragmatic framework for embedding AI into every stage of application development and business execution From developer co-pilots to intelligent agents for sales All with enterprise guardrails in place—role-based access not an isolated project,” said Gonçalves “This is about accelerating innovation without adding risk.” Unified Impact.Neptune’s Digital Core brings B2B and B2C applications onto a shared foundation Customers can now build once and scale across devices Zero-Footprint Growth.Neptune continues to expand its reach across SAP and non-SAP landscapes “This isn’t about adding more tools It’s about giving our customers one platform that adapts to their journey—not the other way around,” said Gonçalves COLUMBIA, Md., May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sealing Technologies (SealingTech), a Parsons Corporation company (NYSE: PSN) and leading defensive cyber operations solution provider for US national security missions introduces its first ultra-compact server for high-performance edge computing and commercial cybersecurity protection The US 10 is part of SealingTech's new line of AegisEdge MicroServers purpose-built modular form factors designed to protect from cyberattacks in operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) environments including critical infrastructure assets like power plants and manufacturing facilities The solution is highly versatile for large enterprises to monitor workloads at the edge with its spread-out endpoint deployments the US 10 boasts 10 cores of processing for more flexibility & more power for customers "Recognizing an increasing number of cyberattacks on OT and ICS we're continuing a tradition of innovation with our AegisEdge MicroServer line to defend important critical infrastructure assets like water systems and transportation networks that we depend on for daily life and rugged and quiet design empowers cyber defenders to deploy dispersed network sensor architectures that keep our communities safe," says Max Schmidt SealingTech's Director of Product Development the US 10 boasts 10 cores of processing for more flexibility customers can add and customize their choice of edge computing applications specific to their needs including remote software management capability This solution also leverages Parsons' expertise and experience as a leader in critical infrastructure who differentiates through technology to align its cyber capabilities for critical infrastructure protection requirements The US 10 provides a true cost-effective solution for customers with the combination of high performance and low-power efficiency resulting in a longer operational life and cost savings compared to traditional rack systems It also scales seamlessly into existing architecture and can be placed and/or hidden in more places and remain undetected when necessary visit sealingtech.com/hardware/us-10.  and leading defensive cyber operations solution provider for U.S... Computer & Electronics High Tech Security New Products & Services Do not sell or share my personal information: rewritten or redistributed without permission https://www.enterprise-tocsin.com/manuel-posthumously-honored-mdcc-sports-hof-event Click here for additional copyright information about this article Local news coverage is critical for a strong and vibrant community local publications are dying because of monopolistic Big Tech Over 30% of all newspapers are expected to close within the next three years Help support local news by making a donation today You would be supporting a local institution founded upon principles of integrity and strong editorial standards and have roots embedded in our local community Realtime Radar Hourly Forecast 7-Day Forecast Based on data from National Weather Service and OpenWeather If you are an existing Print subscriber click HERE for your login info you can also easily register or login with an existing Google you can also easily use an existing Google User Help/Support Page Copyright bdavis@enterprise-tocsin.com © Copyright 2025 The Enterprise-Tocsin, 114 Main St.- Indianola, MS 38751  | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $589.1 million, which indicates an increase of 27.9% from the year-ago quarter’s figure. The consensus mark for earnings is pinned at $1.27 per share, which has been stable in the past 60 days. The estimate indicates growth of 10.4% from the figure reported in the year-ago quarter. The company has a stellar earnings surprise history, having surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the preceding four quarters, the average surprise being 21.6%. Its bottom line surpassed the consensus estimate by 36% in the last reported quarter. Let’s see how things have shaped up for Axon this earnings season. Key Factors Likely to Have Shaped Q1 Performance Strong demand for TASER devices and higher cartridge revenues are expected to have boosted the performance of Axon Enterprise’s TASER segment in the first quarter. Also, the segmental performance is likely to have benefited from the stable demand for virtual reality training services. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the TASER segment’s revenues is pegged at $219 million, which indicates an increase of 22.3% from the year-ago number. The Software & Sensors segment’s results are anticipated to reflect higher revenues, supported by the addition of new users and associated devices to the AXON network. Strong momentum in Axon Evidence and cloud services, driven by an increase in the aggregate number of users, average revenue per user and software add-ons, is also likely to have augmented the segmental top line.  Increased demand for cloud-connected TASER devices in the field, driven by a rise in adoption of software applications, has also been driving Axon Evidence and cloud services’ growth within the segment. Also, strong customer response for its next-generation body-worn camera, Axon Body 4, is expected to have driven the segment’s performance. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the Software & Sensors segment’s net sales is pegged at $372 million, indicating a 31.9% jump from the year-ago number. The company remains focused on strategic collaborations and buyouts to expand its product offerings and customer base. This is likely to reflect in its first-quarter results. For instance, in June 2024, Axon Enterprise entered into a partnership with Skydio (a leading U.S. drone manufacturer) to introduce a comprehensive line of drones in public safety that includes a scalable Drone as a First Responder solution. Also, in October 2024, Axon Enterprise acquired Dedrone, a global leader in airspace security. The inclusion of Dedrone’s advanced airspace technology boosted the company’s capability to enable customers to protect their communities against drone threats. However, the escalating costs and operating expenses, due to business integration activities, higher wages and stock-based compensation expenses, are likely to have weighed on AXON’s bottom line. Axon Enterprise, Inc Price and EPS Surprise Axon Enterprise, Inc price-eps-surprise | Axon Enterprise, Inc Quote Our proven model predicts an earnings beat for Axon Enterprise this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat, which is the case here, as elaborated below. Earnings ESP: Axon Enterprise has an Earnings ESP of +9.28% as the Most Accurate Estimate is pegged at $1.39 per share, higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.27. You can uncover the best stocks before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter. Zacks Rank: AXON presently carries a Zacks Rank of 2. Other Stocks With the Favorable Combination Here are three other companies, which according to our model, have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat this season. Emerson Electric Co. EMR has an Earnings ESP of +2.42% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. The company is scheduled to release first-quarter 2025 results on May 7. EMR’s earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the preceding four quarters, the average surprise being 4.3%. Sealed Air Corporation SEE has an Earnings ESP of +0.12% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present. The company is slated to release first-quarter results on May 6. SEE’s earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 27.1%. TriMas Corporation TRS has an Earnings ESP of +5.44% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present. The company is slated to release its first-quarter 2025 results on May 7. TRS delivered an average earnings surprise of 7.8% in the last four quarters, while beating estimates in each of the quarters. This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). Teneo AI ABTeneo.ai, a leader in enterprise Agentic AI solutions, today announced the successful completion of its System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type II audits. This attestation, specifically covering the Security Trust Service Principle, underscores Teneo.ai's unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of data security for its enterprise clients utilizing the Teneo Platform for sophisticated AI-driven automation and customer experiences. Achieving SOC 2 compliance demonstrates that Teneo.ai has implemented and maintains rigorous internal controls, validated through an independent audit process, to ensure the security of its platform and the customer data it processes. This is particularly crucial for scalable, reliable, and secure AI interactions.  The SOC 2 framework, developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), sets criteria for managing customer data based on Trust Services Criteria. Teneo.ai's attestation focuses on the Security principle, confirming that the Teneo Platform is protected against unauthorized access, unauthorized disclosure of information, and damage to systems that could compromise the availability, integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of information or systems.  This SOC 2 achievement complements Teneo.ai's existing robust security posture, which includes:  ISO 27001 Certification: Covering the entire organization.  GDPR & EU AI Act Compliance: Ensuring data protection and responsible AI practices.  Advanced Data Protection: Including encryption of data at rest and in transit, client-managed encryption options, and PII anonymization features.  Confidential Compute Options: Providing enhanced data protection for sensitive workloads.  Learn More: To learn more about Teneo.ai's commitment to security and its enterprise Agentic AI platform, visit the Teneo Security Center   Marie Angselius-Schönbeck - Chief Impact Officer, Teneo.ai Teneo.ai (SSME:TENEO) delivers the most advanced Agentic AI solutions for contact center automation—helping enterprises resolve customer inquiries faster, reduce wait times, and elevate service quality. Our AI Agents achieve up to 99% accuracy, automate over 60% of interactions, and enable up to 50% in operational cost savings.  Trusted by global leaders like AT&T, HelloFresh, Swisscom, and Telefónica, the Teneo platform combines Conversational AI, Generative AI, and Large Language Models to drive measurable improvements in containment, first contact resolution (FCR), CSAT, NPS, and overall CX efficiency.  Teneo-powered AI Agents handle millions of conversations daily across voice and digital channels with enterprise-grade scalability and performance. Our patented technology integrates seamlessly with leading CCaaS and CX platforms—including Genesys, Five9, Microsoft, AWS, Google, and NICE—maximizing automation without disrupting existing workflows.  We make your AI Agents the smartest—delivering consistent, human-like experiences that accelerate growth and ROI.  https://news.cision.com/teneo-ai-ab/r/teneo-ai-achieves-soc-2-type-ii-attestation--reinforcing-enterprise-grade-security-for-its-agentic-a%2Cc4145019 Copyright © 2025 FactSet Research Systems Inc.© 2025 TradingView the role of the “Prompt Engineer” is still misunderstood—or worse underappreciated—in the broader tech ecosystem Many still view it as a temporary workaround or a low-code hack rather than the strategic discipline it has become This is especially relevant as enterprises move from simple chatbots to Agentic AI—systems that can make decisions these agents need prompts that are adaptive It’s in this space that prompt engineering truly shows its strategic value and reliability of enterprise-grade autonomous agents Prompt engineering has quickly matured into a strategic lever for maximizing the performance of AI agents in enterprise environments it serves as the blueprint for shaping how AI systems behave prompts act as high-level instructions that optimize the intelligence and reliability of autonomous agents across a wide range of business applications Here’s how prompt engineering helps fine-tune AI agents for real-world performance: Through precision prompts and parameter tuning such as adjusting the model’s temperature setting A lower temperature makes the model more deterministic and rule-abiding while higher values allow for greater flexibility and human-like variability This adaptability enables agents to reflect brand voice and user-specific preferences without extensive retraining When prompts include structured information AI agents can interpret requests more precisely context-aware responses and reduces the likelihood of misinterpretation The result: higher accuracy and improved trust in the system’s output Prompt engineering allows AI agents to speak the language of their environment By embedding domain-specific terminology and task logic into prompts these agents can operate more effectively in niche contexts This not only boosts their relevance but also drives greater user satisfaction and operational efficiency Well-structured prompts act as mental scaffolding for the model guiding it through logical steps and reducing the chance of faulty reasoning With clear instructions and fallback mechanisms embedded in prompts AI agents can handle ambiguity more gracefully As AI systems continue to grow in sophistication the role of the prompt engineer is becoming more essential—not obsolete Rather than being folded into broader technical roles prompt engineering is emerging as a specialized function uniquely positioned at the intersection of human intent and machine intelligence In the enterprise AI ecosystem, prompt engineers are quickly evolving into AI communication strategists—professionals who not only understand the mechanics of language models but also know how to guide these models to deliver reliable As agentic AI systems become more autonomous and deeply integrated into business operations the demand for such expertise will only increase Here are some of the directions in which this role is advancing: One of the future pillars of prompt engineering is elicitation—the art of drawing out latent capabilities from advanced language models prompt engineers will increasingly function like interviewers or collaborators using nuanced prompts to extract domain knowledge or even emergent behaviors already embedded in the model’s training data ensuring their outputs remain aligned with ethical standards becomes critical Prompt engineers play a frontline role in embedding ethical guardrails they help mitigate risks and ensure that AI agents act responsibly in high-stakes environments Prompt engineers are becoming key collaborators in AI development teams especially in regulated or knowledge-intensive sectors like healthcare By working closely with subject matter experts they can tailor prompts that respect domain constraints and regulatory requirements enabling AI agents to provide value without compromising compliance or accuracy AI models are not static—and neither are the techniques used to prompt them and testing innovative prompting strategies This requires an ongoing commitment to professional development and experimentation Prompt engineering is poised to become a foundational discipline in the development and deployment of autonomous enterprise agents the need for specialists who can translate human intent into machine-executable tasks will become increasingly critical prompt engineers are evolving into AI communication specialists—professionals who craft structured interactions that unlock the full capabilities of advanced models Their responsibilities will extend beyond basic instruction involving techniques to elicit latent knowledge and integrate domain-specific insights into AI workflows This role demands close collaboration with experts across industries such as healthcare ensuring AI agents are both accurate and compliant Their work is instrumental in shaping AI that is not only functional and autonomous but also trustworthy and aligned with enterprise objectives Rishika specializes in dissecting intricate technological subjects Rishika's ability to distill complex technological advancements into compelling narratives underscores her commitment to delivering insightful and accessible content to her readers Julia Hogan and Norah Shevalier during the Cardinal Spellman High School prom and grand march in Brockton on Thursday As companies across sectors scramble to reinvent themselves with Generative AI and Intelligent Automation a new economic reality is taking shape – one that will define the winners and laggards of the next generation At the heart of this shift is a USD 500-600 Bn market in Enterprise AI Transformation today set to triple and hit USD 1.5–2 Tn by 2028 But behind these headline numbers lies the real story: a USD 200-250 Bn Services goldmine in 2024 growing to USD 650-850 Bn in just four years For Technology Service Providers this is not just a moment – it’s a mandate few truly understand what it takes to deliver AI at Enterprise scale Because it’s about rearchitecting the Enterprise As AI evolves rapidly from traditional ML to Generative Enterprises are under pressure to redesign operations and unlock data value – all while staying accountable And while 90% of Enterprises believe becoming “Intelligent Enterprises” is critical very few are prepared for the transformation journey it demands Enterprise budgets are flowing fast into four key areas: Data Enablement and Model Ops – each forming the building blocks of long-term competitive advantage Understanding where the money is going is no longer optional for Tech Service firms; it’s the key to staying relevant They must move beyond buzzwords to build actionable strategies. Reimagine their portfolios. Lead with Engineering, Data, and experience transformation capabilities. And invest where it matters – in layers that will define future Enterprise Architecture: This is why we created the report: “Enterprise AI Transformation – The Next USD 200+ Bn Opportunity for Tech Services.” This report offers a strategic blueprint for Tech Service Providers to navigate and lead in the new AI-powered Enterprise landscape and helps firms answer the most important question of this decade – that hiatus wasn't the worst thing for "Star Trek." "I think Manny had finally found [the] voice of the show and I think that the show should have continued," said Braga Would it have kept up the momentum of season 4 have shared their "Enterprise" season 5 plans and pitches over the years There's enough detail to get a broad picture of what the season would've been like you can also see how "Enterprise" season 4 was building towards the unmade season 5 Most of the plans for "Star Trek: Enterprise" season 5 circle back to one word: Romulans! Introduced in the classic "Star Trek" episode "Balance of Terror," the Romulans are an offshoot of the Vulcans who embrace emotion rather than logic. They're some of the oldest recurring "Trek" villains predating the Klingons by about a dozen episodes The Romulans are also famous for their raptor-themed starships which created a Neutral Zone between Federation and Romulan territory "Enterprise" was set right around when the Romulan War would've been waged Yet the Romulans are in little of "Enterprise." Before season 4 they only showed up in the season 2 episode "Minefield" as an enemy of the week "Enterprise" initially focused on a "Temporal Cold War" story about factions fighting across time for future dominance The main villains of this were the alien Suliban led by a silhouetted (and ultimately never revealed) benefactor One of Coto's changes as showrunner was selecting the Romulans to be the series' new overarching antagonist One trilogy of episodes ("The Forge," "Awakening," and "Kir'Shara") revealed the Romulans had infiltrated Vulcan allied with corrupt Vulcan minister V'Las (Robert Foxworth) had been pushing the Vulcan people and government away from logic and towards militarism V'Las and his partners specifically try to start a war with Vulcan's neighbors Another arc ("Babel One," "United," and "The Aenar") featured Romulan operatives using a cloaked drone ship to frame other interstellar powers for acts of aggression the drone holographically disguises itself as a Tellarite ship and destroys an Andorian fleet.) were trying to ferment unrest and war among the major powers across the Alpha Quadrant they could come in and conquer what was left The eventual four founders of the Federation — humans and Tellarites — would've come together to oppose the Romulans would've tied the Romulan War and the founding of the Federation into the same event But there's also a hurdle that "Enterprise" would've had to abide by "Balance of Terror" stated that the humans and Romulans never saw each other during the war This was so the episode could do a dramatic reveal where Kirk and co learn that the Romulans are identical to Vulcans across "Enterprise," the heroes would never actually be able to meet any of the Romulan villains face-to-face How would the show have handled or written around that That's something that can only be learned from seeing the idea in execution "Enterprise" writer Mike Sussman had a bold plan that would've let the heroes meet at least one Romulan He had an idea to reveal T'Pol (Jolene Blalock) (Explained by her father being a Romulan spy.) Sussman's comments make it seem like this was only his idea but he was also confident that "I could've sold [co-creator Rick Berman] and Brannon on it." There were also reportedly plans to tie the Temporal Cold War to the Romulans; the Suliban's benefactor would've been revealed as a future Romulan trying to "instigate" (or change) the war. However, Braga also claimed that Suliban's master would be a future version of Captain Archer (Scott Bakula) himself But not all of the "Enterprise" season 5 plans involve the Romulans In more Federation foreshadowing, the plan was for the Andorian Shran (Jeffrey Combs) to go from a recurring character to one of the main cast in "Enterprise" season 5 he would've joined the crew as an "auxiliary or an advisor." Coto also had some unused episode ideas for season 4 such as the founding of the first Starbase and a two-parter set on the floating city Stratos from the original series episode "The Cloud Minders." These could've easily been repurposed for season 5 but following entirely different characters for a whole season probably wouldn't have worked; the Mirror Universe works because it isn't the norm of "Star Trek." The first two seasons of "Star Trek: Enterprise" struggled because the show had no new ideas it felt like the people making the show rediscovered their passion for "Star Trek" and those ideas started flowing It's a shame the show ended just as the people making it locked in Subscribe to the Daily Intelligence for your daily dose of career intel, defense contracts and security clearance news. General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. N00024-17-C-2117); and Huntington Ingalls Inc. are awarded cost-plus-incentive-fee with ceilings and cost-plus-fixed-fee contract modifications for construction of two fiscal 2024 Virginia-class submarines (SSN 812 and SSN 813) investments to improve productivity at the shipyards and for nuclear-powered vessel programs workforce support and investment and if all options are exercised the total value will be $17,152,265,971; and Huntington Ingalls Inc. would bring the cumulative value of the contract change to $18,445,959,971 The awarded amounts include previously announced material awards (including long lead time material and economic ordering quantity material) totaling $2,103,896,000 Pennsylvania (1%); and other locations less than 1% (19%) and is expected to be completed by June 2036 Fiscal 2024 shipbuilding and conversion (Navy) funding in the amount of $5,263,038,425; and fiscal 2025 shipbuilding and conversion (Navy) funding in the amount of $4,163,000,000 will be obligated at time of award and will not expire at the end of the current fiscal year is awarded a $136,427,161 firm-fixed-price and cost-only modification to a previously awarded contract (N00024-22-C-6419) to exercise options for the production and hardware repair of components for MK 48 Heavyweight Torpedo All Up Round This contract combines purchases to support the Navy and is expected to be completed by May 2028 Fiscal 2025 weapons procurement (Navy) in the amount of $104,699,420 (78%); funding from foreign partners in the amount of $27,482,824 (20%); fiscal 2023 weapons procurement (Navy) in the amount of $2,469,840 (1%); and fiscal 2024 research test and evaluation (Navy) in the amount of $233,940 (1%) will be obligated at the time of award and funds in the amount of $2,703,780 will expire at the end of the current fiscal year is awarded a $58,819,066 firm-fixed-price and cost reimbursable indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract This contract will provide for the procurement of updates and avionics modifications to the F-16 and F-5 on-aircraft systems which include and global positioning system along with any additional systems that are added for Navy configuration and is expected to be completed April 2030 No funds will be obligated at the time of award; funds will be obligated on individual orders as they are issued Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division is the contracting activity (N0042125D0302) is awarded a $13,990,793 firm-fixed-price order (N0042125F0673) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0042124G0005) This order procures 14,100 head gear unit 98 communication headsets for use by Naval Aviation maintainers support personnel and is expected to be completed in December 2025 Fiscal 2025 other procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $13,990,793 will be obligated at the time of award none of which will expire at the end of the current fiscal year Lockheed Martin Corp. is awarded a $7,768,648 cost-plus-fixed-fee order (N0001925F2024) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001924G0010) This order defines software activation requirements and establishes government initial operational capability of core software domains in support of increasing government capability to maintain and enhance the F-35 Lightning II aircraft and reduce overall costs on software for the Air Force and non-Department of Defense participants and is expected to be completed in March 2026 Fiscal 2024 aircraft procurement (Air Force) funds in the amount of $3,884,324; and fiscal 2024 aircraft procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $3,884,324 all of which will be obligated at the time of award Booz Allen Hamilton time-and-materials and firm-fixed-price task order for enterprise application modernization and migration This contract provides for enterprise level application modernization and migration Work will be performed at the contractor’s designated facilities across the contiguous U.S This contract was a competitive acquisition and five offers were received Fiscal 2025 operations and maintenance appropriations funds in the amount of $1,324,178 are being obligated at the time of award The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is the contracting activity (FA8726-25-F-B041) Alabama (FA8809-25-D-B003); Blue Canyon Technologies LLC Colorado (FA8809-25-D-B014); General Atomics California (FA8809-25-D-B009); Lockheed Martin Corp. Colorado (FA8809-25-D-B006); Loft Orbital Federal LLC Colorado (FA8809-25-D-B011; Lynk Global Inc. Virginia (FA8809-25-D-B007); Orbit Systems LLC Maryland (FA8809-25-D-B013); Spire Global Subsidiary Inc. Virginia (FA8809-25-D-B005); Turion Space Corp. California (FA8809-25-D-B002); Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems Inc. California (FA8809-25-D-B010); Utah State University Space Dynamics Lab Utah (FA8809-25-D-B008); and York Space Systems LLC were awarded a ceiling $237,600,000 multiple award firm-fixed-price contract for rapid satellite acquisition designed for payload integration Work will be performed in various locations in the contiguous U.S and is expected to be completed April 2035 These contracts were competitive acquisitions and 21 offers were received test and evaluation funds in the amount of $100,000 are being obligated at the time of award The Space Systems Command Innovation and Prototyping Delta has been awarded a $58,267,896 firm-fixed-price time-and-materials modification (P00008) to a previously awarded contract (FA7014-24-F-0210) for continued advisory and assistance support to optimize resource allocation and civil engineering programs The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $68,722,850 from $51,140,053 Fiscal 2025 operation and maintenance appropriations funds in the amount of $6,513,584 are being obligated at the time of award The Air Force District of Washington Contracting Directorate has been awarded a $43,346,917 modification (P00126) to a previously awarded contract (FA9300-16-C-0001) for aerospace technical research and operations support services and increased on-site testing and test facility upgrades in Air Force Research Laboratory facilities The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $278,508,326 Work will be performed at Edwards Air Force Base test and evaluation funds in the total amount of $30,326,770 are being obligated at the time of award was awarded a $28,611,699 cost-plus-incentive-fee contract for the space fence system (AN/FSY-3 This contract provides for the continued provision of highly specialized services for the space fence system original equipment manufacturer to execute a variety of detection Work will be performed at Eglin Air Force Base and is expected to be completed by April 30 Fiscal 2025 operations and maintenance appropriation funds in the amount of $16,975,164 are being obligated at the time of award The Space Systems Center Directorate of Contracting is the contracting activity (FA8820-25-C-B002) was awarded a $20,000,000 indefinite-delivery/ indefinite-quantity contract for cloud-native digital twins for modeling and simulation This contract provides for support to the Air Force Research Laboratory rocket propulsion division and mission partners for the development of cloud-scalable and connected digital twin software within a digital infrastructure/cloud-based framework via future task orders and is expected to be completed by April 28 This contract was awarded through a competitive broad agency announcement in which dozens of submissions were received and evaluated via government scientific peer reviews against publicized selection criteria on SAM.gov test and evaluation funds in the amount of $10,000 are being obligated at time of award is the contracting activity (FA9300-25-D-6000) was awarded a $9,657,712 cost-plus-fixed-fee and firm-fixed-price contract for the Airborne Warning and Control System communication integration program This contract provides for the production and fielding of the second-generation anti-jam tactical ultra-high frequency radio system modification for the E-3 AWACS Work will be performed at Tinker Air Force Base This contract was a sole source acquisition Fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement funds in the amount of $9,657,712 are being obligated at the time of award is the contracting activity (FA2371-25-C-B002) has been awarded an $8,340,905 bridge modification (P00017) to a previously awarded contract (FA8820-23-C-0003) for systems engineering and integration services including but not limited to systems integration and systems engineering for the programs managed by Space Systems Command operational test and training infrastructure This modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract is $34,842,863 Work will be performed at Colorado Springs test and evaluation funds in the amount of $4,469,000; and operation and maintenance appropriations funds in the amount of $2,047,000 was awarded a $99,981,314 cost-plus-fixed-fee contract for engineering services Bids were solicited via the internet with one received with an estimated completion date of May 1 Army funds in the amount of $41,099,689 were obligated at the time of the award is the contracting activity (W31P4Q-25-C-0023) was awarded a $24,953,206 firm-fixed-price contract for full food services at Fort Irwin Work locations and funding will be determined with each order with an estimated completion date of April 30 is the contracting activity (W5168W-25-D-A008) was awarded a $23,737,200 modification (P00074) to contract W56HZV-20-C-0124 for hydro-mechanically propelled transmissions Fiscal 2023 and 2024 weapons and tracked combat vehicle procurement Army funds in the amount of $23,737,200 were obligated at the time of the award Virginia (W912CH-25-F-0283); Mills Manufacturing Corp.,* Asheville North Carolina (W912CH-25-F-0284); and Paradigm Parachute and Defense Inc.,* Pensacola will compete for each order of the $18,515,099 firm-fixed-price contract for parachutes Bids were solicited via the internet with four received with an estimated completion date of April 29 was awarded a $16,370,000 cost-plus-incentive-fee contract for the Poland Wisla System Integration and Suitability Assessment Fiscal 2025 Foreign Military Sales (Poland) funds in the amount of $16,370,000 were obligated at the time of the award is the contracting activity (W31P4Q-25-F-0071) time-and-materials contract (GS-00F-095CA) Fiscal 2025 operations and maintenance funds in the amount of $6,193,344 are being obligated at the time of the award The cumulative total of the contract is $97,421,958 The purpose of the contract is to provide the Washington Headquarter Services (WHS) Acquisition Directorate with contract support for Professional Support Services The work will be performed at The Pentagon a hybrid (firm-fixed-price and time-and-materials) contract with an estimated ceiling amount of $199,081,037 for the David L and The Language Flagship institutional awards Boren National Security Education Act of 1991 This contract provides services to perform all critical functions in the management and administration of the David L Boren and The Language Flagship initiatives in support of the National Security Education Program with an expected completion date of May 31 Fiscal 2025 operations and maintenance funds in the amount of $8,500,000 are being obligated at the time of award This contract was a non-competitive acquisition awarded under the authority of 10 U.S Code 3204(a)(5) and Federal Acquisition Regulation 6.302-5 has been awarded a maximum $45,514,935 subsumable contract (SPRWA1-25-D-0004) under a five-year contract (SPE4AX-18-D-9443) with one five-year option period for low power color radar requirements contract for low power color radar This was a sole-sourced acquisition using justification 10 U.S as stated in Federal Acquisition Regulation 6.302-1 This is a two-year eight-month contract with no option periods Type of appropriations is fiscal 2025 defense working capital funds The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation has been awarded a maximum $27,206,400 modification (P00015) exercising the second one-year option period of a one-year base contract (SPE1C1-23-D-0048) with three one-year option periods for various types of coats and trousers Type of appropriation is fiscal 2025 through 2026 defense working capital funds The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support has been awarded an estimated $18,363,356 firm-fixed-price requirements contract for production of C-5 electro-mechanical actuators This was a competitive acquisition with one response received This is a four-year base contract with four one-year option periods Type of appropriation is fiscal 2025 defense working capital funds The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Entrepreneur® and its related marks are registered trademarks of Entrepreneur Media LLC a New Delhi-based enterprise AI knowledge transfer platform has raised USD 1.5 million in a funding round led by Japan-based venture capital firm TRTL Ventures with additional backing from global and Indian angel investors The funds will be primarily deployed towards product development and scaling operations within the Indian market "The challenge that organisations face today is that all organisational knowledge exists in text documents—PDFs "Since this knowledge is stored in such formats when it is delivered to the workforce—especially the frontline where 70% of employees are deskless—it often goes unread and misunderstood." Founded in 2022 by Kamal Dutta and Akash Gupt ByteEdge transforms traditional corporate documents into cinematic Its AI-powered platform enables companies to ensure more effective knowledge transfer especially for deskless workers who are often left out of conventional training formats Currently serving over 30 global enterprises across sectors like financial services ByteEdge generates 80–85% of its business from India The startup is also expanding into the US and Middle East markets where it sees immense potential—particularly in offering local language video content ByteEdge is planning to raise an additional USD 3 million within the next four to five months to fuel its international growth "There is no platform in the Middle East that offers Arabic content in video format at scale The US presents a broader market opportunity." We'll be in your inbox every morning Monday-Saturday with all the day’s top business news best advice and exclusive reporting from Entrepreneur Enterprise Products Partners (EPD -1.56%) units have recovered from their post-COVID-19 pandemic lows But they still haven't regained the highs achieved before the 2016 energy downturn While the midstream industry is different today than it was before 2016 Enterprise is proving it knows how to handle itself no matter what the energy sector throws its way Here's why this North American midstream giant is worth buying while it is below $35 more active income investors will probably find Enterprise's 6.8% yield enticing That yield is backed by one of the largest midstream businesses in North America. Enterprise owns a vast collection of pipelines The North American energy sector probably couldn't operate without Enterprise Enterprise charges fees for the use of its assets so the volume of products it moves is more important than the price of the products it moves cash flows tend to be pretty strong in both good energy markets and bad ones The big switch that happened in 2016 was that the midstream business effectively shifted from rapid growth to slow growth there was a rapid pace of ground-up construction which is the main driver of growth in the midstream sector But most of the good opportunities for growth have been exploited at this point the industry is focused on incremental growth projects and consolidation as smaller businesses get swallowed up by larger ones Enterprise saw the writing on the wall in 2016 and changed its business model. Prior to that point, it was able to sell units easily and use that cash to support its capital spending needs It was comfortable with distributable cash flow covering its distribution by roughly 1.2x which gives Enterprise the financial leeway to fund more of its capital investments internally It also means that there is more leeway for adversity before a distribution cut would be in the cards Backing that distribution growth are three key pillars The second is Enterprise's $7.6 billion capital investment plan And the third is the MLP's ability to act as an industry consolidator The first two items here suggest slow and steady distribution growth but Enterprise has a long and successful history of growing via acquisition There's no reason to believe it won't continue to grow in this way Reuben Gregg Brewer has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Enterprise Products Partners. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy By Frederick M. Hess Education Week President Donald Trump’s second first 100 days have already felt like being trapped inside a Russian novel—and we’re barely underway you’ll need to look elsewhere for a blistering denunciation or an exercise in cheerleading That’s because I’m feeling pretty conflicted I support Team Trump’s priorities and vision I think responsible government is less a matter of what you intend to do than what you actually do when his staff often tempered his impulsiveness we’re getting the Full Trump this go-round I didn’t fully anticipate the resulting chaos Much of what’s happened over the past three-plus months has startled me It’s not the priorities that have surprised me: I anticipated the emphasis on diversity and inclusion; gender ideology; school choice; and reducing the federal footprint But I’ve been taken aback by the number and sweep of executive orders and just how indiscriminate DOGE proved to be What’s surprised me in particular? First, what we’ve seen has been far less deliberate than I’d expected, given the Trump team’s thick (metaphorical) playbook and deep bench of talent. Second, the prominence and relentless aggression of the DOGE chainsaw even when it made it tougher to rack up wins the failure to coherently make the case for many of their more controversial actions I get less of an impression of streamlining than of DOGE just gutting everything in its path which calls for Uncle Sam to actively promote AI integration in schools four years of state-level legislative and legal efforts have offered up lessons about how to craft directives and legislation that are broadly popular and take First Amendment concerns seriously I expected the administration’s ability to draw on those experiences would be an enormous boon this would be a stunning expansion of presidential authority in education Republican attorneys general successfully challenged Biden’s Title IX guidance Trump’s move to strip vast sums based on an executive order is a lousy precedent an odd move for a president who talks of empowering states and a tactic that invites backlash against an otherwise popular policy But the reality is that choice is mostly a state issue The Every Student Succeeds Act already grants states enormous flexibility that they’re not using and empowering states is less about rhetoric than about changing laws or overhauling regulations there’s been little obvious activity on tackling rules and regulations I’ve been impressed by the willingness to mount fights that are overdue Doing so much via executive action is a horrific norm that serves no one well These proclamations can be reversed on day one by the next president Conservatives were rightly livid when Biden’s White House operated this way and ratcheting things up will eventually come back to haunt Republicans bringing more discipline to the education agenda is an easy lift And it certainly appears that DOGE’s role in education is waning and DOGE has already cut all it readily can veteran K-12 state chiefs Penny Schwinn and Kirsten Baesler will be stepping into senior roles soon What we’ve seen thus far could be a product of who’s been at the table so these shifts could yield something of a reset Team Trump risks taking issues where they entered with broad-based public support and turning them into political losers if they only move fast and forcefully enough they’ll be able to drive lasting cultural changes Some deem education such a captive of the left that there’s no real price to be paid for breakage—that there’ll be no blowback Democrats could have legislated on student loans or amended Title IX to reflect gender instead they left it to dubious White House freelancing That proved to be bad politics and a recipe for reversal It was Vice President J.D. Vance who said in 2022 while running for the Senate and go in directions that a lot of conservatives right now are uncomfortable with.” Well Trump 2.0 has delivered on that promise and market gyrations are creating fierce headwinds and I can’t yet say whether what we’ve seen thus far is a prologue or a plot device I suppose this is what it feels like to be a character in a Russian novel Everyone’s talking about enterprise AI agents but few are ready for what it really takes to make them work Thousands of startups are building narrow-purpose agents, especially for customer-facing tasks. But real enterprise transformation demands more than just spinning up chatbots — it requires the integration of systems of intelligence to guide actions systems of record to execute them and systems of engagement to deliver a usable experience is the only major incumbent building this full stack Cloud computing made applications cheaper and more accessible; enterprise AI agents completely reimagine how those applications function Below are highlights from our conversation Benioff compares today’s excitement to Salesforce’s early startup days He says current CEOs represent “the last generation of executives leading exclusively human workforces.” He is aggressively implementing this vision within Salesforce itself targeting ambitious 50% productivity increases across engineering services and support functions through “agentic layers.”  He expects such gains to continue compounding year after year — a key promise of enterprise AI agents While Salesforce will generate about $40.9 billion in revenue this year as part of its SaaS business within a total enterprise software industry of roughly $500 billion the digital labor market could reach $3-12 trillion Enterprise AI agents and agent-based digital labor convert SaaS into SaSo as illustrated by customer examples such as OpenTable Inc. which show productivity improvements that were “just not possible a year or two years ago.” Customers and partners will be able to exchange these services via an agent store The architectural foundation of Salesforce’s AI strategy consists of three deeply integrated layers Salesforce is doing the “heavy lifting” to rewrite and deeply integrate core applications within the Data Cloud Data Cloud integrates data from external and Salesforce sources to provide a rich 4D map of the state of the business This integration allows Tableau to appear within other apps and even inside Slack Adding Agentforce (the third layer) completes the picture The alternative is DIY integration efforts that only more sophisticated organizations can attempt they are challenged to get the same reliability — especially when building and deploying enterprise AI agents at scale Salesforce is becoming a “software-only hyperscaler,” providing cloud-scale application and platform capabilities without building physical data centers Salesforce provides “data fluidity,” federating data with other data platforms and siloed applications data network effects enrich the data so that it’s more useful than when previously trapped in silos now has “agent fluidity,” where enterprise AI agents for thousands of theme park attendees can simultaneously access customer preferences ride availability data and other information across multiple systems to provide recommendations that human staff would struggle to coordinate Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella went viral several months ago when he suggested that SaaS would disappear with agents directly accessing database schemas “Just dumping all your data through some kind of legal discovery API into some big repository and then letting all your employees jostle through that data” would cause significant problems Requirements to govern the data and define it with metadata don’t disappear with AI agents There needs to be a deterministic software layer that mediates access while layering on non-deterministic agent capabilities We pushed back on his characterization of Microsoft 365 Copilot as Clippy but he said Salesforce will be able to federate that data into Data Cloud as well Here’s theCUBE’s complete interview with Marc Benioff: And make sure to check out our “Road to Service as Software” podcast playlist: The Signal app clone used by Trump's administration was hacked in less than 30 mins Trump administration proposes $491M cut to CISA in 2026 budget plan Power-hungry clouds: Inside tech’s most expensive quarter What to expect at Knowledge25: Join theCUBE May 8 What to expect during FICO World: Join theCUBE May 7 Doppel raises $35M for its social engineering detection platform SECURITY - BY DUNCAN RILEY CLOUD - BY DAVE VELLANTE AI - BY CHERYL KNIGHT AI - BY DEVONY HOF Forgot Password? REDWOOD CITY, Calif & ARMONK, N.Y., April 29 -- Box, Inc. (NYSE: BOX), the leading Intelligent Content Management (ICM) platform, and IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced they are partnering to help organizations accelerate the adoption of enterprise-level AI for content-driven workflows using IBM watsonx and Box AI Box is using IBM watsonx.governance internally for life-cycle management of AI models to monitor govern and provide guardrails for various regulations The majority of an organization's data is often unstructured — buried within contracts Building a trusted technology pipeline for AI to access this data can be essential for security and compliance efforts particularly in highly regulated industries Box customers now have the option of leveraging Box AI with IBM watsonx to help unlock the value of their enterprise content and data The solution uses IBM’s enterprise AI studio to deliver a selection of models for Box AI – including the open-source IBM Granite models and the latest Meta Llama models Infusing AI capabilities into business process automation and content management can help organizations tackle a wide range of AI-driven use cases such as data extraction automated document processing and content analysis IBM is using ​Box AI with IBM watsonx​​ within its own workforce today and Box is now making this solution available to other enterprise customers “The impact AI is having on the enterprise is unlike anything we’ve seen since the birth of the internet,” said Aaron Levie knowledge work has been constrained by the time it takes to research create and review content — but AI changes that accelerating these processes exponentially By deepening our partnership with IBM and leveraging watsonx we’re empowering enterprises to harness AI responsibly and at scale."   “Organizations are seeking purpose-built AI solutions that empower their teams to make faster data-driven decisions,” said Rob Thomas “Our partnership with Box enables businesses to seamlessly integrate AI into their core processes helping to enhance productivity and transform operations.”  Box uses IBM watsonx.governance internally to help address responsible AI deployment across model lifecycles compliance obligations and the AI lifecycle helping AI-driven insights remain auditable Box also continues using Red Hat OpenShift the industry's leading hybrid cloud application platform powered by Kubernetes scalable AI application development and deployment across cloud environments helping to deliver secured and efficient AI-driven workflows on pace with evolving enterprise needs and technological innovation IBM has enabled Box AI with IBM watsonx to elevate employee productivity within its own workforce providing them with seamless interaction directly with their Box content IBMers experience how partners embed watsonx into their own solutions and bring IBM technology to clients across industry Box AI with IBM watsonx is now available to Box Enterprise Advanced customers via Box AI Studio and Box AI APIs and customers buying Box products that include Box AI through IBM will be equipped with IBM’s flagship family of AI models built for business Learn more about how Box AI with IBM watsonx will transform the way you work with your content at IBM Think May 5-8 and Box’s Content + AI Summit on May 15 Box is the leader in Intelligent Content Management Our platform enables organizations to fuel collaboration and transform business workflows with enterprise AI Box simplifies work for leading global organizations And visit box.org to learn more about how Box empowers nonprofits to fulfill their missions IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM's hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients All of this is backed by IBM's long-standing commitment to trust Visit www.ibm.com for more information Acquisition of Wynshop builds upon Instacart's retailer relationships and creates opportunity to bring Instacart's full suite of enterprise solutions to Wynshop partners to help them grow their business SAN FRANCISCO, May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) the leading grocery technology company in North America today announced its acquisition of Wynshop a provider of e-commerce solutions for leading grocers and retailers and more than a dozen more across North America and abroad The acquisition of Wynshop builds upon Instacart's relationships with retail partners and reinforces Instacart's continued commitment to providing retailers with cutting-edge tools and technologies that help drive their business growth By bringing together both organizations' expertise and deep retailer relationships Instacart aims to strengthen its enterprise solutions and empower more retailers to enhance their online experiences and further engage their customers "Our deep integration with retailers and our leading technologies are critical advantages for Instacart By offering our partners an array of enterprise-grade solutions we can help them better serve customers and drive sales," said Chris Rogers we're building upon our retailer relationships bringing our enterprise solutions to even more partners to help them grow their business." "We're incredibly proud of what we've built at Wynshop," said Neil Moses "We've helped some of the industry's leading grocers elevate their e-commerce capabilities and better serve their customers Joining Instacart gives us the opportunity to scale our impact and accelerate innovation with a partner that shares our commitment to helping retailers succeed in an increasingly omnichannel grocery landscape." Wynshop will initially operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Instacart and Instacart will not immediately recognize GTV from Wynshop Instacart expects to expand more of its enterprise technology solutions to Wynshop's partners powers approximately 600 retail banners' white-label sites – including Costco helps retailers unlock new digital revenue streams from advertising on their existing owned and operated e-commerce websites and apps Instacart offers a wide variety of fulfillment solutions ranging from delivery in as fast as 30 minutes to next-day delivery and pickup options and its suite of in-store solutions can help retailers digitize their brick-and-mortar stores: AI-powered smart Caper Carts drive customer engagement through personalization while Carrot Tags pick-to-light technology increases found rates and improves order quality.  Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 All statements other than statements of historical fact could be deemed forward-looking including without limitation statements regarding anticipated benefits and outcomes of the acquisition of Wynshop anticipated impacts on Instacart's enterprise solutions and relationships with retail partners These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and other factors that may cause actual results or outcomes to be materially different from any future results or outcomes expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements and other factors include the risks described from time to time in Instacart's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including in Instacart's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31 2024 filed with the Commission on February 28 You should not rely on forward-looking statements as predictions of future events Instacart has based these forward-looking statements primarily on information available to it as of the date of this press release and its current expectations and projections about future events and trends that it believes may affect its business and investors are cautioned not to unduly rely on these statements to update these forward-looking statements is the registered corporate name of Instacart a 27-store independent grocer headquartered .. today announced that its more than 7,000 brand partners now have.. Retail Supermarkets Electronic Commerce Google has revealed that it observed 75 zero-day vulnerabilities exploited in the wild in 2024 down from 98 in 2023 but an increase from 63 the year before As many as 20 flaws were identified in security software and appliances "Zero-day exploitation of browsers and mobile devices fell drastically, decreasing by about a third for browsers and by about half for mobile devices compared to what we observed last year," the Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) said in a report shared with The Hacker news "Exploit chains made up of multiple zero-day vulnerabilities continue to be almost exclusively (~90%) used to target mobile devices." While Microsoft Windows accounted for 22 of the zero-day flaws exploited in 2024 and Mozilla Firefox had one flaw that were abused during the same period Three of the seven zero-days exploited in Android were found in third-party components Among the exploited 33 zero-days in enterprise software and appliances 20 of them targeted security and network products "Security and network tools and devices are designed to connect widespread systems and devices with high permissions required to manage the products and their services making them highly valuable targets for threat actors seeking efficient access into enterprise networks," GTIG researchers noted a total of 18 unique enterprise vendors were targeted in 2024 The companies with the most targeted zero-days were Microsoft (26) which defines zero-days as vulnerabilities exploited in the wild before a patch is made publicly available said state-backed cyber espionage was still the leading motivation behind the exploitation of a significant chunk of the bugs The zero-day exploitation of 34 of the 75 flaws have been attributed to six broad threat activity clusters - Google said it discovered in November 2024 a malicious JavaScript inject on the website of the Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine (online.da.mfa.gov[.]ua), which triggered an exploit for CVE-2024-44308 This was then chained with CVE-2024-44309 a cookie management vulnerability in WebKit to launch a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack and ultimately collect users' cookies in order to unauthorized access to login.microsoftonline[.]com The tech giant further noted that it independently discovered an exploit chain for Firefox and Tor browsers that leveraged a combination of CVE-2024-9680 and CVE-2024-49039 to break out of the Firefox sandbox and execute malicious code with elevated privileges thereby paving the way for the deployment of RomCom RAT The activity, previously flagged by ESET has been attributed to a threat actor called RomCom (aka Storm-0978 Google is tracking the dual financial- and espionage-motivated threat group under the name CIGAR Both the flaws are said to have been abused as a zero-day by another likely financially motivated hacking crew that used a legitimate compromised cryptocurrency news website as a watering hole to redirect visitors to an attacker-controlled domain hosting the exploit chain "Zero-day exploitation continues to grow at a slow but steady pace we've also started seeing vendors' work to mitigate zero-day exploitation start to pay off," Casey Charrier said in a statement shared with The Hacker News we have observed fewer instances of zero-day exploitation targeting products that have been historically popular likely due to efforts and resources many large vendors have invested in order to prevent exploitation." we're seeing zero-day exploitation shift towards the increased targeting of enterprise-focused products which requires a wider and more diverse set of vendors to increase proactive security measures The future of zero-day exploitation will ultimately be dictated by vendors' decisions and ability to counter threat actors' objectives and pursuits." and SOC security to respond quicker and stop breaches early AI agents boost business—but create risks and strategies from industry leaders – all for free.