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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Blues Secures $25 Million in New Funding Led by Sequoia Capital to Accelerate Cloud-Connected Intelligent Products
Sequoia Managing Partner Roelof Botha Joins Blues Board of Directors BOSTON, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Blues, a leader in Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity solutions, today announced the successful closing of its latest $25 million funding round, led by Sequoia Capital, and that Sequoia Managing Partner Roelof Botha has joined its board of directors. The investment round will support the company's growth, fuel further product innovation, and enable Blues to deliver on its mission to help the world's physical product makers transform their offerings into data-driven intelligent services. Blues solves the biggest challenges associated with IoT connectivity, making it easy to securely cloud-connect any physical product. Companies of all sizes, from established enterprises to emerging startups, are counting on Blues as a key partner in transforming their businesses. Refrigeration manufacturers are adding connectivity and intelligence to track temperature compliance, reduce product loss, and deliver a fully managed service. Logistics providers are connecting forklifts, pallets, and products across warehouses to optimize placement, retrieval, and operational safety. Automotive battery vendors are improving battery life and enabling remote monitoring to reduce long-haul truck idle time, lower diesel consumption, and cut emissions. One of the world's largest suppliers of power grid components is enabling remote control of customer equipment to reduce electric demand during peak energy days and weather events. Customers are leveraging Blues' extensive experience to accelerate the launch of new products and services from idea to impact, with Blues helping them to identify and address the full suite of business challenges involved in transforming their physical products into intelligent services. With Blues' integrated hardware, software, and cloud technologies, companies can easily connect and manage their products wirelessly, unlocking real-time data to improve operations. Blues stands alone as the only IoT provider to support all major wireless standards (2G/3G/4G/5G cellular, Wi-Fi, LoRa, and Satellite) in a single, plug-and-play format with one simple Application Programming Interface (API). Whether enabling seamless fallback across networks or future-proofing devices against sunsets, Blues makes secure, reliable connectivity effortless so that businesses can focus on the value of the insights their devices deliver. With Blues,' companies can easily connect and manage their products wirelessly, and unlock real-time data to improve operations. "We're in an age of intelligent machines. The opportunity to reimagine every physical product around the data they produce, and to improve life and the environment, is staggering," said Ray Ozzie, founder of Blues. "For years we've been working with visionary enterprises looking to transform their businesses toward service delivery. This funding will help us to accelerate our growth so we may address the breadth of this opportunity." Sequoia Capital, known for backing category-defining companies, is excited to deepen their partnership with Blues, which is known for its industry-leading approach to embedded machine intelligence. "Blues enables companies to transform physical products into intelligent, cloud-connected systems that drive operational efficiency and unlock new revenue streams," said Sequoia's Botha. "The team's technical prowess and developer focus, along with a fundamentally lower cost solution, positions Blues at the vanguard of the embedded intelligence revolution." Blues has previously raised $66 million in funding. About Roelof BothaRoelof is Managing Partner and Steward of Sequoia Capital. He has spent over 20 years building companies in Silicon Valley. He began within the walls of nascent PayPal, where he joined in March 2000 while completing his MBA at Stanford. He became CFO in 2001 and led the company through both its IPO in early 2002 and the subsequent acquisition by eBay. Roelof joined Sequoia in 2003 to help founders build enduring businesses. In 2017, he assumed leadership of Sequoia Capital's US/Europe business and became a Steward of the Sequoia Partnership. Roelof is a Director of Block, Ethos, MongoDB, Natera, Pendulum Therapeutics, and Unity Technologies, among others. Previously, he was a Director of companies that include YouTube, Tumblr, Xoom, Eventbrite, and Evernote. He also led Sequoia's investment in Instagram. About Blues Blues is a leader in secure wireless connectivity, helping organizations to transform their physical products and businesses to be centered on data and the delivery of data-fueled intelligent services. With customers across transportation, health care, energy, and logistics in North America, Central America and Europe, Blues is on a mission to empower innovation by making cloud-connected machine intelligence possible for organizations of any size. With Blues, customers can easily and securely provision and communicate with any physical product, anywhere, enabling new sources of revenue and new customer experiences while also reducing costs. Blues solves the biggest challenges associated with wireless connectivity, making it easy to securely cloud-connect any physical product at scale. Thousands of organizations worldwide, from non-profits to startups to enterprises, connect their devices with Blues integrated hardware, software, and cloud services. For more information about Blues and its wireless connectivity solutions, visit and follow Blues on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, and X. 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News18
07-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
‘Justice Is Served': Indian Army Videos Show Terror Camps Destroyed In PoK, Pakistan
Last Updated: These sites highlight the systematic infrastructure that supports cross-border terrorism, involving hundreds of trained militants under senior leadership The Indian Army on Wednesday released videos of Operation Sindoor, the country's pre-dawn strikes on nine terror camps in Pakistan and PoK that were used by groups like the Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad, revealing the precision strikes by the forces. Soon after the strikes, the official handle of the Indian Army shared a poster of Operation Sindoor, with the message 'Justice is Served'. Pakistan hosts several key terror facilities operated by groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Hizbul Mujahideen (HM), which are actively used for recruitment, training, and infiltration into India. JeM's Markaz Subhan Allah in Bahawalpur, which was targeted, was its operational headquarters and linked to attacks like Pulwama. LeT's Markaz Taiba in Muridke has trained perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. Other significant launch pads include facilities in Kotli, Muzaffarabad, and Sialkot, often run from government buildings and aided by Pakistan's ISI and military. These camps provide arms training, religious indoctrination, and support infiltration via tunnels and drones, while locations like Shawai Nallah and Markaz Syedna Bilal serve as major transit and operational bases for attacks in Jammu & Kashmir. Collectively, these sites highlight the systematic infrastructure that supports cross-border terrorism, involving hundreds of trained militants under senior leadership, posing a persistent threat to regional security and stability. Numerous training camps (Markaz), Detachments (Detts.), and launch pads are strategically located near military areas, Basic Health Units (BHUs), and Primary Health Centers (PHCs), providing cover for terrorist activities. Notable sites such as Sarjal–Tehra Kalan (JeM) and Mehmoona Joya–Sialkot (HM) are embedded within health facilities, enabling covert operations. These groups are equipped with advanced military-grade communication systems, including LoRa, Ultra Sets, and Digital Mobile Radios (DMR), to evade technical surveillance. Additionally, the Pakistan military supports these operations by enhancing Pak-TSP signal strength across the International Border (IB) and Line of Control (LoC), facilitating communications with infiltrated operatives. #OperationSindoor | Indian Army releases videos of Indian strikes on Pakistani terror camps. Nine terrorist camps were targeted and successfully destroyed.(Videos Source: Indian Army) — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025 For example, the Sarjal–Tehra Kalan detachment houses a high-frequency (HF) communication setup, enabling secure planning and coordination between handlers and terrorists active within Indian territory. Terror Camps 1. Markaz Subhan Allah, Bahawalpur: Markaz Subhan Allah, operational since 2015, is the main centre of JeM for training and indoctrination and serves as its operational headquarters. It is associated with terrorist planning by JeM, including the Pulwama attack on February 14, 2019. The Markaz houses the residences of JeM Chief Maulana Masood Azhar, de-facto Chief Mufti Abdul Rauf Asghar, Maulana Ammar, and other family members. 2. Markaz Taiba, Muridke: Established in 2000, Markaz Taiba is the main training centre of LeT, located in Nangal Sahdan, Muridke, Sheikhupura, Punjab, Pakistan. The complex includes arms and physical training facilities, along with religious indoctrination for recruits from Pakistan and abroad. It serves as a key radicalisation hub, enrolling around 1000 students annually. Osama Bin Laden reportedly financed Rs 10 million for a mosque and guest house within the complex. At the behest of Pakistan's ISI, 26/11 Mumbai attack perpetrators, including Ajmal Kasab, received training here. Conspirators David Headley and Tahawwur Rana also visited the site under Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi's instructions. 3. Sarjal/Tehra Kalan: Located in Shakargarh Tehsil of Narowal District, Punjab, Pakistan, this JeM facility is the main launching base for terrorist infiltration into J&K. Operated from a Primary Health Center building in Tehra Kalan village, it is strategically placed just 6 km from the international border in Samba sector. It supports tunnel digging for cross-border infiltration and drone launches to drop arms and narcotics. 4. Mehmoona Joya Facility, Sialkot: This Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) facility, situated inside the Bhutta Kotli Govt. Basic Health Unit in Head Marala area, is used for infiltration into Jammu region. Senior HM commanders train cadres in weapons handling and terrorist operations here. Commander Mohd. Irfan Khan @ Irfan Tanda, involved in several attacks in Jammu, oversees the facility where 20–25 terrorists are typically stationed at any given time. 5. Markaz Ahle Hadith Barnala, Bhimber: Located on the outskirts of Barnala town on Kote Jamel road, this LeT facility in PoJK facilitates infiltration into the Poonch–Rajauri–Reasi sector. It functions as a staging area for up to 150 cadres. 6. Markaz Abbas, Kotli: Also known as Markaz Saidna Hazrat Abbas Bin Abdul Mutalib, this JeM centre in Kotli is led by Hafiz Abdul Shakoor @ Qari Zarrar, a key JeM planner wanted by India's NIA. It can accommodate 100–125 cadres and is a key planning base for operations in the Poonch–Rajouri region. 7. Maskar Raheel Shahid, Kotli: This is one of HM's oldest facilities in Kotli District, PoJK. It can house 150–200 terrorists and provides both arms and specialised training in sniper tactics, high-altitude warfare, and survival. 8. Shawai Nallah Camp, Muzaffarabad: Also known as Bait-ul-Mujahideen, this major LeT facility is situated near the Chelabandi bridge on Muzaffarabad-Neelum Road. It has operated since the early 2000s and was one of the training sites for 26/11 attackers. The camp offers a wide range of training, from religious indoctrination to tactical and weapons training, often with the help of Pakistani military trainers. It can accommodate up to 250 cadres and serves as a staging ground for infiltration into North Kashmir. 9. Markaz Syedna Bilal: Located opposite Red Fort in Muzaffarabad, PoJK, this JeM facility acts as a transit camp for terrorists being launched into J&K. It houses 50–100 cadres and is run by Mufti Asghar Khan Kashmiri. Indian fugitive Aashiq Nengroo and others operate from here, with SSG commandos from the Pakistani Army assisting in training. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Indian Army news18 specials Operation Sindoor Pahalgam attack pm narendra modi Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: May 07, 2025, 15:49 IST News india 'Justice Is Served': Indian Army Videos Show Terror Camps Destroyed In PoK, Pakistan | Watch
Globe and Mail
28-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Down Over 50%—Are These 2 Chip Stocks the Next NVIDIA?
With the market in correction territory, chip stocks generally have not avoided the carnage. The S&P 500 Index is down approximately 14% from its 52-week high as of the April 22 close, and the Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ: SOXQ) is down around 35% from highs. Two lesser-known chip stocks— Semtech (NASDAQ: SMTC) and Onsemi (NASDAQ: ON) —have suffered much more, trading at discounts of more than 50% from their 52-week highs. However, these companies have significant opportunities to achieve long-term growth and could be strong buys given their depressed valuations. Semtech: Long-Term Tailwinds and Historically Low Valuation [content-module:CompanyOverview|NASDAQ:SMTC] Semtech is trading down massively from its 52-week high. The stock hit its high on January 22, but has dropped a whopping 69% from that level. This falling price comes amid a drastic improvement in the company's overall financial position. In its most recent quarter, revenue rose 30% year-over-year (YOY), and adjusted operating margin nearly doubled —from just over 9% in fiscal Q4 2024 to nearly 20% in fiscal Q4 2025. Additionally, the company's second-largest end market, infrastructure, saw 75% YOY growth. The infrastructure segment includes data center customers. Morgan Stanley analysts believe the market 'might not be fully appreciating Semtech's potential in the data center market.' This looks possible, maybe even understated, as Semtech is talking with 20 potential customers for its CopperEdge products. This includes hyperscalers, switch makers, and cable suppliers. As data centers grow larger and process more data, CopperEdge offers an important technological solution. In the company's largest end market, Industrial, its LoRa devices saw revenues rise 205% from the prior year quarter. This product is clearly resonating with customers. It has the potential to be a massive long-term growth driver as a key technology used in smart cities of the future. [content-module:Forecast|NASDAQ:SMTC] The stock is trading near its five-year lows when looking at its forward enterprise value to sales (EV/S) ratio. The figure sits at around 2.5x but has averaged 4.6x over the last five years. The current sentiment around Semtech is mixed, reflecting a balance between recent challenges, the uncertain economic environment, and ongoing optimism. Morgan Stanley placed a price target of $30 on SMTC stock, indicating upside of 22% over the next 12 months. However, the long-term opportunity for Semtech looks significantly larger, given its improving financial position and products with long-term tailwinds. Onsemi: Positioned for EV and Data Center Megatrends [content-module:CompanyOverview|NASDAQ:ON] Onsemi is another chip stock that has gotten absolutely battered. It is down nearly 56% from its 52-week high in July 2024. Onsemi primarily makes chips for auto and industrial markets. These markets have been working through an inventory glut, causing Onsemi to see negative revenue growth for six quarters in a row. However, Onsemi's strong profitability has remained despite this downturn. It still boasts an adjusted gross profit margin of around 45% and an adjusted operating margin of more than 25%. This positions the firm as one of the more profitable companies in the technology sector—impressive, given that Onsemi designs and also manufactures its chips. Lower sales can hit manufacturing companies hard, affecting their economies of scale. The company is targeting revenue growth of 10% to 12% through 2027 as well as a 40% operating margin. Onsemi sees itself as well-positioned to take advantage of ' fast-growing secular megatrends ' to drive long-term growth and increased profits. This includes increasing electric vehicle (EV) ownership. It is a leader in silicon carbide (SiC)-based chips that can benefit greatly from this trend. Onsemi also sees a big opportunity in its SiC Junction Field-Effect Transistors, which can be key in powering data centers. SiC chips offer exceptional power efficiency, making them ideal for use cases that require extensive electricity. [content-module:Forecast|NASDAQ:ON] The stock's forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio sits at just over 14x, solidly below its five-year average of over 18x. Overall, it is very difficult to say when the company's main end markets will return to growth, and more downside could be in store in 2025. However, Onsemi's profitability, depressed valuation, and technological leadership can allow it to win big when growth resumes. Analysts remain cautiously optimistic on Onsemi, with a mix of Buy and Hold ratings, and one Sell rating. The consensus p rice target of $63.52 implies a nearly 75% potential upside over the next 12 months. However, as the company's end markets stabilize, investor sentiment could shift quickly. Where Should You Invest $1,000 Right Now? Before you make your next trade, you'll want to hear this. MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. Our team has identified the five stocks that top analysts are quietly whispering to their clients to buy now before the broader market catches on... and none of the big name stocks were on the list.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
MultiTech to Showcase LoRaWAN® & BACnet Integration for Smarter Building Management at Niagara Forum 2025
MultiTech is pleased to announce its participation at Niagara Forum 2025, taking place from 31 March to 2 April at the Park Plaza Westminster in London. WESTMINSTER, England, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MultiTech is pleased to announce its participation at Niagara Forum 2025, taking place from 31 March to 2 April at the Park Plaza Westminster in London. This premier industry event brings together leaders and innovators in smart buildings, IoT, and automation, and we are thrilled to be on-site alongside our partners ForestRock and Tridium. MultiTech will be showcasing its latest LoRaWAN® solutions, BACnet integration, and building management technologies that make deploying scalable, interoperable, and energy-efficient systems easier than ever. From intelligent sensors to robust gateways, our end-to-end solutions help building operators achieve greater visibility, control, and sustainability across new and retrofit applications. Don't Miss This Session Session Title: LoRaWAN in Buildings – Practical Designs Date: 1 April 2025 Time: 13:45 – 14:30 Location: Niagara Forum, Park Plaza Westminster Join Duane Wald, Chief Product Officer at MultiTech, representing the LoRa Alliance, and Mark Tubinis, Chief Commercial Officer at Veea, for a 45-minute session exploring the practical application of LoRaWAN in building environments. This session will cover: The technical foundations and use cases of LoRaWAN® in buildings How LoRa is enabling rapid, non-invasive retrofits The launch of the first Niagara-powered LoRaWAN device from Veea How smart sensors can deliver actionable insights into air quality, occupancy, temperature, and energy usage With LoRaWAN's growing role in the digital transformation of buildings, attendees will gain real-world knowledge for designing and implementing wireless IoT that complements and extends their Niagara-based infrastructure. Visit Us at Niagara Forum 2025 Stop by to meet the MultiTech team and our trusted partners ForestRock and Tridium. Discover how our BACnet-compatible LoRaWAN solutions are unlocking new levels of intelligence, integration, and flexibility for modern building management systems. To learn more, visit Media Contact Matthew MacDowell, MultiTech, +1 763-717-5528, mmacdowell@ Twitter View original content: SOURCE MultiTech
Associated Press
03-03-2025
- Associated Press
SpecFive Launches Trace: Subscription-Free GPS Tracker for Response Teams and K9 Operators
'With Trace, we offer affordable, reliable GPS tracking for professionals, outdoor adventurers, ranchers and dog owners who need to operate beyond the reach of traditional networks' — Amir Husain, Chairman of SpecFive. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2025 / / -- SpecFive today announced the launch of Trace, a rugged, GPS tracking device designed for both team coordination and dog tracking. Leveraging LoRa mesh radio technology, Trace delivers reliable tracking without relying on cellular networks—ensuring seamless connectivity over miles, in even the most remote environments. Key Features of the S5 Trace Real-Time GPS Tracking: Updates location every 30 seconds with an accuracy of 20–40 feet depending on GPS lock. LoRa Mesh Network Advantage: Operates independently of cellular service, ensuring coverage even in remote locations. No dead zones: Can functions in mountainous terrain, dense forests, and off-grid areas. Scalable coverage: Each device in the network acts as a relay, extending range and reliability. Optional SpecFive Relays can be added to your environment to extend tracking range significantly. -No monthly fees: A one-time purchase with no hidden costs. -Enhanced privacy: No reliance on third-party networks, no 'middle man,' and no Big Tech eavesdropping. -Durable & Weatherproof: Built to withstand rain, mud, and rugged outdoor conditions. -Long-Lasting Battery Life: 8–10 hours of operation on a single charge. Multiple Mounting Options: -Dog Collar Mount: Designed for canine tracking, supporting up to 30mm-wide collars. -MOLLE Mount: Ideal for tactical and field applications. Designed for Critical Applications The S5 Trace is built to support professionals and outdoor enthusiasts who require dependable tracking solutions. Its advanced mesh networking capabilities make it the ideal choice for: -Search and rescue teams -Outdoor adventurers -Hunting and field trials -Ranchers -Canine training and tracking -Coordinating and tracking assets in remote locations Availability The S5 Trace is available for purchase immediately in several bundles: -A single Trace device for dog collar -A single Trace device for MOLLE mount -SpecFive Trace + Trekker Bravo Companion Device to act as a receiver -Accessories: 18-inch tactical green or red dog collar, MOLLE attachment strap Niesha Waggonner SpecFive +1 512-663-0688 X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube Legal Disclaimer:
