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Cision Canada
23-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
John Deere Acquires Sentera to Integrate Aerial Field Scouting
MOLINE, Ill., May 23, 2025 /CNW/ -- John Deere (NYSE: DE) announced today the acquisition of Sentera, a leading provider of remote imagery solutions for agriculture headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota. This acquisition will advance the capabilities of John Deere's existing technology offerings, providing farmers and ag service providers with a more comprehensive set of tools to generate and use data to make decisions that improve farm profitability, efficiency, and sustainability. "We're excited to add Sentera's talented team to our organization and integrate their advanced solutions into the suite of John Deere tools that help farmers do more with less," said Chris Winkler, Director of Digital Software and Solutions at John Deere. "Combining Sentera's imagery capabilities with the John Deere Operations Center™ will enable farmers and trusted advisors to seamlessly gather and integrate agronomic data, understand real-time conditions, and turn data into insights that drive decisions in the field throughout the growing season." Sentera's industry-leading cameras are compatible with most major drone platforms and enable farmers and crop scouts to quickly and efficiently capture high-resolution data at scale. Their capabilities and FieldAgent software tools help farmers and agronomists assess plant-level health, identify stressors, and take action. In addition, SMARTSCRIPT™ Weeds, a customized herbicide prescription, can be delivered to sprayers with individual nozzle control. Drones equipped with Sentera technology fly over fields at high speeds and generate high-resolution images. These images are processed with Sentera's FieldAgent application to identify the exact location of specific weeds and generate a weed map. This map becomes a targeted prescription for how much product a farmer needs to load into their sprayer, helping minimize waste. Once the prescription is generated, it can be wirelessly sent to compatible equipment through the John Deere Operations Center. Weed maps are just one example of actionable data that is enabled with Sentera scouting technology. The same process can be used in a field to assess crop stand uniformity, disease pressure, and pests. Integrating Sentera also supports John Deere's approach to meeting farmers where they are on the technology adoption journey. It offers new precision capabilities to a broad range of customers while also complementing more advanced precision ag technologies, including See & Spray™. "As a customer of John Deere and Sentera today, the value of this integration is clear," said Nick Einck, Director of Agronomy at Chandler Coop in Chandler, Minnesota. "Sentera's scouting solutions allow us to quickly gather data across more acres and with greater detail, enabling us to customize our approach to each field. Coupled with the John Deere technologies we already leverage today, we can be more efficient and deliver even better outcomes for our customers." Sentera will continue to supply cameras directly to drone manufacturers for integration into their products, as well as sell to farmers, agronomists, ag retailers, and other users. The John Deere Operations Center will continue to be open for other drone imagery providers for integration, as well, ensuring customers and their trusted advisors continue to have choices on the solutions that work best for their operation. "John Deere provides us a great outcome and is exactly the right home for Sentera," said Brian Wenngatz, CEO of Sentera. "They are the industry benchmark for innovation in precision agriculture and they share our belief that the future of access to these technologies is built on trusted relationships, measurable insights, and scalable platforms. Together, we'll be able to support more farmers and help them unlock even more value." About John Deere It doesn't matter if you've never driven a tractor, mowed a lawn, or operated a dozer. With John Deere's role in helping produce food, fiber, fuel, and infrastructure, we work for every single person on the planet. It all started nearly 200 years ago with a steel plow. Today, John Deere drives innovation in agriculture, construction, forestry, turf, power systems, and more.
The Star
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Two vehicles damaged as tree topples in Bangsar
KUALA LUMPUR: A fallen tree damaged two vehicles in an incident in front of a house in Jalan Penaga, Bangsar, on Thursday (May 8). Fire and Rescue Department operations commander, Senior Fire Officer Ramli Mohd said the Kuala Lumpur Operations Center received an emergency call regarding the incident through the MERS999 system at 3.03pm. "Five officers and members of the fire department from the Pantai Fire and Rescue Station (BBP) were rushed to the scene of the incident. "As soon as they arrived, they found that a tree had fallen in front of two houses," he said in a statement on Thursday, reported Sinar Harian. He added that two vehicles were damaged in the incident and that no injuries or casualties were reported. "The felling and cleaning work has been carried out with the help of the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL). "The operation ended at 4.38 pm," he explained.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Qualys Inc (QLYS) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Revenue Growth and Strategic ...
The company's direct sales growth has been slower compared to its channel partner growth, highlighting a need for improved execution in North America. Qualys Inc ( NASDAQ:QLYS ) experienced a decline in the number of customers spending $500,000 or more annually, indicating potential challenges in retaining large accounts. Qualys Inc ( NASDAQ:QLYS ) has maintained a strong focus on innovation, with advancements in AI security solutions and audit readiness capabilities, enhancing its competitive edge. The company is seeing increased adoption of its cloud security solutions, with Total Cloud Snap making up 5% of LTM bookings. Qualys Inc ( NASDAQ:QLYS ) has launched innovative security solutions, including the Enterprise TruRisk Management (ETM) solution, which provides comprehensive AI-powered orchestration of security findings. The company has successfully expanded its channel partner ecosystem, with revenues from channel partners growing by 19%, outpacing direct sales growth. Qualys Inc ( NASDAQ:QLYS ) reported better-than-expected revenue growth, strong profitability, and solid cash flow generation for the first quarter of 2025. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript . Story Continues Q & A Highlights Q: Can you provide insights on the macro environment and its impact on customer spending and guidance? A: Sumedh Thakar, President and CEO, noted that cybersecurity remains a critical aspect of risk management, but there is increased scrutiny on spending and ROI. Decision cycles are longer, and while no specific changes have been observed, there is prudence in expectations due to potential budget scrutiny across the board. Q: How does the Risk Operations Center (ROC) function from a customer journey perspective, and what financial impact does it have? A: Sumedh Thakar explained that the ROC consolidates risk signals from multiple tools, providing contextual business insights and remediation plans. It helps customers prioritize actionable risks, potentially saving costs by avoiding unnecessary remediation efforts. Customers pay Qualys for these cost savings, which justifies additional budget allocation for the ROC. Q: Were there any significant deal shifts due to macroeconomic challenges at the end of the quarter? A: Joo Mi Kim, CFO, stated there were no material deal shifts. The commentary was more about anticipated upsell rates not materializing as expected, rather than deals being pushed to the next quarter. Q: How is Qualys addressing competition from other cybersecurity players expanding into network-based vulnerability management (VM)? A: Sumedh Thakar mentioned that Qualys focuses on prioritizing and remediating vulnerabilities rather than just finding them. The company provides higher value by adding context to vulnerability data from competitors, allowing customers to choose their preferred solutions while still benefiting from Qualys's risk management capabilities. Q: What is the competitive landscape for TotalAI, and how are security budgets expected to evolve in this market? A: Sumedh Thakar noted that the market is in an exploratory phase, with customers assessing AI-related risks. While there is interest and some early adoption, significant budget allocations for AI security are expected to take a couple of years as organizations evaluate potential losses and formulate budget requests. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Business Insider
26-04-2025
- Business Insider
FBI-led Operation Artemis arrests 22 Nigerians over $65 million sextortion scam
The Federal Bureau of investigation (FBI)'s Operation Artemis has reported over $65 million in financial losses, due to sextortion crimes, with some cases linked to Nigerian nationals. Operation Artemis launched in response to a reported 30% surge in sextortion-related information Collaboration with Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom to tackle sextortion crimes linked to Nigerian nationals FBI investigations led to the arrests of 22 Nigerian subjects connected to financially motivated sextortion schemes The FBI has announced positive impacts from Operation Artemis, a global effort aimed at dismantling sextortion rings operating across multiple countries with the operation's focal point was Nigeria, identified as a central hub for perpetrators exploiting American minors through online platforms. The agency revealed in an April 24 statement, that it has deployed resources and law enforcement personnel from Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom to collaborate with the Economic Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), its Nigerian counterpart. This joint effort aimed to tackle disturbing trends of sextortion-related crimes, which have tragically contributed to suicides among teenagers in the United States, Canada and Australia, with alleged involvement with Nigerian Fraudsters. Operation Artemis targets Nigeria Operation Artemis, a first-of-its-kind initiative on Nigerian soil, was launched by the FBI in response to a reported 30% surge in sextortion-related information gathered at its National Threat Operations Center from October 2024 to March 2025. Operation Artemis has been instrumental in addressing the alarming rise in such crimes, which have led to tragic outcomes, including suicides among victims 'As a result of Operation Artemis, FBI investigations led to the arrests of 22 Nigerian subjects connected to financially motivated sextortion schemes.' 'Over the last two years, there have been nearly $65 million dollars in financial losses due to this crime,' the FBI stated. According to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported victims exceeded 54,000 in 2024, from 34,000 in 2023. The investigations, in part, were launched nationwide to provide answers and closure to grieving American families.
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Yahoo
Online sextortion scam is putting teen boys in danger, FBI says. What to know.
The FBI is drawing attention to an upsurge in an online scam that's led some young victims to kill themselves. Under the "financially motivated sextortion schemes," criminals pose on social media platforms as potential romantic interests and solicit sexually explicit photos from teenage boys, the law enforcement agency said. The scammers then threaten to release the photos unless they receive a payment. The criminals, increasingly operating from Nigeria, collect the victim's money through gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfer and mobile payment services. Blaze: Jones Road Wildfire deemed an arson; Ocean County teen facing charges "The amount requested varies, and the offender often releases the victim's sexually explicit material regardless of whether or not they receive payment," said a summary of sextortion tactics at the FBI's website. "This increasing threat has resulted in an alarming number of deaths by suicide." More than 20 juveniles in the United States have committed suicide because of sextortion schemes over the last three years, according to the FBI. The financial scams frequently target boys ages 14-17, the FBI said. Another form of sextortion can threaten juveniles and adults of both genders, the agency added. In those cases, a sexually motivated perpetrator demands more and more explicit photos and videos from victims. The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center tallied more than 54,000 victims of sextortion last year, up from 34,000 in 2023. The crime's financial toll approached $65 million over the last two years. Also, the agency's National Threat Operations Center saw sextortion tips rise 30% above year-before levels from October 2024 to March 2025. "Given the alarming rise and similarities of these cases, the FBI opened investigations across the country with the goal of bringing answers and closure to grieving American families," the agency said in its April 24 statement. Investigators identified nearly 3,000 victims of financially motivated sextortion across the country. They realized that many perpetrators were in Nigeria, providing "a larger, more international scope of this crime," according to the FBI. As a result, the FBI said it's launched a global campaign against the schemes operating out of the African country. The surge of resources and personnel has resulted in the arrests of 22 Nigerians with alleged roles in the scheme. "Of those 22 subjects, approximately half were directly linked to victims who took their own lives," it noted. The FBI urged parents to have "ongoing conversations with their children and teenagers about online safety and to remind them they are not alone, and it is not their fault should they become a victim." It noted the 988 suicide and crisis hotline operates around the clock for people in need of support. The FBI also noted Take It Down, a free service of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, can help you remove or stop the online sharing of nude, partially nude, or sexually explicit images or videos taken of minors. Jim Walsh is a senior reporter with the Courier-Post, Burlington County Times and The Daily Journal. Email: Jwalsh@ This article originally appeared on Cherry Hill Courier-Post: FBI: Sextortion scheme tricks teenage boys, can threaten their lives
