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Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Slingshot Aerospace Launches TALOS: AI Agent for Mission-Ready Space Operations and Strategy
WINDSOR, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Slingshot Aerospace, Inc., the leader in AI-powered solutions for satellite tracking, space traffic coordination, and space modeling and simulation, today announced the launch of Slingshot TALOS — the Thinking Agent for Logical Operations and Strategy. TALOS is an autonomous, AI-powered agent designed to imitate realistic satellite actions in training and simulation environments. Purpose-built using Slingshot's behavior cloning pipeline, TALOS learns and replicates real-world spacecraft tactics, such as representative behaviors, space warfare maneuvers, and dogfighting strategies. Once assigned a mission, TALOS evaluates its surroundings, reasons through potential strategies and tactics, and executes its objective within a simulated, physics-accurate orbital environment. 'Space has become an integral warfighting domain, and AI-powered training and simulation capabilities will ensure the U.S., and its allies, are prepared for any relevant warfighting scenario,' said Tim Solms, CEO of Slingshot Aerospace. 'TALOS builds upon years of collaboration with the U.S. Space Force's Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) and Slingshot's proven virtual environments. It embeds AI agents that simulate realistic threats, optimize real-world operations, and support mission command decision-making with unprecedented speed and precision.' The U.S. Space Force's 57th Space Aggressors Squadron recently engaged with TALOS to help define its future role as a critical force multiplier for the unit's training mission. During exercises, TALOS was used to simulate complex, adaptive threat behaviors at machine speed — accelerating scenario development, expanding the scale of simulated adversaries, and enhancing mission realism. Squadron members also leveraged TALOS ahead of Space Flag to shape scenarios and inform planning for its use in future iterations of the exercise. Beyond its training and simulation utility, TALOS brings autonomous decision support to real-world spacecraft operations. Powered by Slingshot's space object tracking and mission intelligence datasets, including the Seradata satellite and launch history database, TALOS continuously evaluates a spacecraft's environment, identifies viable courses of action, and selects the optimal path forward, supporting mission safety, longevity, and operational agility. About Slingshot Aerospace Slingshot Aerospace provides government and commercial partners around the world with AI-powered solutions for satellite tracking, space traffic coordination, and space modeling and simulation. The Slingshot Platform transforms disparate space data into a common operating picture of the space domain by leveraging advanced space object tracking, artificial intelligence, astrodynamics, and data fusion. Slingshot's platform combines data from the Slingshot Global Sensor Network, the Slingshot Seradata satellite and launch history database, satellite owner-operators, and other third-party space data providers to create a holistic and dynamic view of space for training, planning, and operations. This unified representation of space activities – past, present, and predicted – enhances operators' space situational awareness, improves operational efficiency, and reduces risk for space operators. Slingshot is driven by its mission to make space safe, sustainable, and secure. The company was launched in 2017 and has locations in Colorado and the UK.
AFP
25-07-2025
- Politics
- AFP
Image of 'Alligator Alcatraz' is AI-generated
"Alligator Alcatraz, Trump's new illegal immigration prison deep in the Everglades," reads a post sharing the image on July 2, 2025 to an Australia-based Facebook group with more than 114,000 followers. Image Screenshot of the false post shared on Australian social media. The image was captured on July 22, 2025, and the red cross was added by AFP. The same image was shared by other Facebook users around the world, including in the United States, Canada and Greece. It did not just stay on social media -- several websites also published the image alongside articles about Trump's visit. The image circulated as Trump toured a new migrant detention centre in Florida in early July (archived here and here). The new facility, dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz", is built at the disused Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport deep in the Everglades, surrounded by swamps that are home to creatures including alligators and poisonous snakes. is a reference to Alcatraz Island, the former prison in San Francisco. of the Trump administration's determination to look tough as it pursues its policy of mass deportations of undocumented migrants. Some users in Australia appear to believe the image is genuine. "I wish the Australian government would put their foot down on immigration. Love this idea," a user wrote. Another commented, "That is A Huge Active Moat! surrounding it. At Their Peril if they try to Escape!" Inauthentic picture But the image is not a genuine depiction of the Florida detention centre, according to satellite images from Google Maps, which depict the location without a moat (archived link). Image Screenshot comparison between the Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport in Florida shown on Google Maps (left) and the image shared on social media (right). The red cross was added by AFP. The images were captured on July 23, 2025. Pictures taken by AFP photographer Chandan Khanna on July 7, 2025 showing aerial views of the detention facility and its surrounding area also bear no resemblance to the circulated image. Image Comparison between an aerial view of the migrant detention center taken on July 7, 2025 by AFP photographer Chandan Khanna (left) and the image shared on social media (right). The red cross was added by AFP. Image Comparison between an aerial view of the migrant detention center taken on July 7, 2025, by AFP photographer Chandan Khanna (left) and the image shared on social media (right). The red cross was added by AFP. Other media outlets also published photos and footage that do not match the AI-generated image (archived here and here). Several visual inconsistencies suggest the image is fabricated, including the shape of the reptiles in the water, making them unlikely to be alligators. It also appears that several vehicles have a crumpled appearance, while one of them -- located to the right of the image -- has a misplaced window. Image Screenshot of the AI-generated image, with some visual inconsistencies highlighted using a magnifying tool by AFP Image Screenshot of the AI-generated image, with visual items highlighted using a magnifying tool by AFP AFP Fact Check analysed the image using the Google SynthID detection tool, which identifies photos and videos generated by its AI models (archived link). The tool detected that the image was made "with Google AI" with "Very High" confidence. Image Screenshot showing the image in the interface of the SynthID detection tool AFP has fact-checked other misinformation about US politics here.
BBC News
24-07-2025
- General
- BBC News
Guide Dogs: How a remote controlled squirrel is used in training
Training guide dogs is no easy task - it takes time, patience and fluffy toy squirrels strapped to remote control charity Guide Dogs train up dogs to help support people who are blind or who have other visual part of training dogs for such an important job, they need to make sure they are able to give their full focus to the owners they are squirrel-car, which Guide Dogs say is the perfect training tool to help guide dogs learn to resist distractions. What does a guide dog do? Guide dogs have a very important job - to help support their owners in their day-to-day could be as simple as guiding them around trip hazards or helping them cross dogs can also help their owners plan routes and find objects like door knobs or stair breeds are chosen for their abilities to work well with people, remember information and follow golden retrievers and German shepherds are all breeds that can make great guide dogs. So, what's the deal with the squirrel car?A survey of 1,000 dog owners from the charity Guide Dogs found that 61% say their pet is "easily distracted".And 35% say their dog will dart for a squirrel climbing a squirrel car helps train new guide dogs not to be distracted by things that a dog might understandably be distracted training with the squirrel-car can help a guide dog learn to focus on the task at hand, and not an enticing-looking Brady, Training and Behaviour Business Partner at Guide Dogs said: "There is a lot of work that goes into training these dogs."That's why we've had to think creatively when designing training techniques that closely mirror real life situations."
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NCVT MIS ITI Admit Card 2025: Link to download hall ticket active at skillindiadigital.gov.in; result on this date
NCVT MIS ITI Admit Card 2025 NCVT MIS ITI Admit Card 2025: The National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) has activated the link to download the NCVT MIS ITI Admit Card 2025. Candidates enrolled in Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India can now access their hall tickets for the upcoming Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Practical examinations through the Skill India Digital portal at or the official NCVT MIS website at The ITI Practical Exams will be conducted from July 15 to July 25, 2025, followed by CBT exams from July 28 to August 17, 2025. Candidates appearing for either 1st-year or 2nd-year exams are required to download their admit cards in advance. The NCVT ITI Result 2025 will be declared on August 25, 2025. NCVT MIS ITI Admit Card 2025 now available for download online Candidates must carry a valid admit card to the examination center. The hall ticket includes important information such as the candidate's name, roll number, ITI code, trade name, exam date, and exam center. The NCVT has instructed all candidates to verify these details after downloading the document. To access the admit card, students will need their Registration Number or PRN (Permanent Registration Number) along with their Date of Birth as per the records on the Skill India Digital or NCVT MIS portals. NCVT MIS ITI 2025 exam schedule As per the official schedule: • Practical Exams: July 15 to July 25, 2025 • CBT Exams: July 28 to August 17, 2025 • Result Date: August 25, 2025 The examination is applicable for both 1st and 2nd-year ITI candidates. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo These exams are part of the regular annual assessment conducted by NCVT for vocational training programs across India. Credentials required to download admit card To download the NCVT MIS ITI Admit Card 2025, candidates must use: • Registration Number and • Roll Number or PRN Number • Date of Birth These credentials should match the information provided during registration. Any mismatch may prevent access to the admit card. How to download NCVT MIS ITI Admit Card 2025 Follow these steps to download the admit card from the official NCVT portal: Step 1: Visit the official NCVT MIS website: Step 2: On the homepage, locate and click on the 'Admit Card' or 'Trainee' login section Step 3: Enter your Registration Number or PRN Number and Date of Birth Step 4: Click on the 'Submit' or 'Download Admit Card' button Step 5: Your admit card will appear on the screen. Download and print a copy for examination use Direct link to download the NCVT ITI Hall Ticket 2025 Exam and result access through Skill India Digital platform Besides NCVT MIS, the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) portal also allows candidates to access their exam-related documents. After the result is declared on August 25, 2025, students can use the same credentials to view and download their marksheet and certificate from the SIDH platform. Students are advised to keep digital and printed copies of both their admit card and marksheet for future reference. For official queries or technical support, students should contact their respective ITI centers or refer to help sections on the NCVT and Skill India websites. TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here . Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Al Bawaba
17-07-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Amideast Partners with Joramco to Support Careers in Aviation Program
Amideast/Jordan has announced the signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Joramco, the Amman-based maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider and the engineering arm of Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). This strategic partnership establishes a framework for collaboration under the "Careers in Aviation" program, a vital initiative aimed at empowering Jordanian youth through specialized training and direct engagement with the relevant MoU was formalized by Nour Alrasheed, Country Director of Amideast, and Fraser Currie, Chief Executive Officer of Joramco, taking place on 10th of July, 2025 at Joramco's the partnership, Amideast will provide comprehensive training to 60 youth participants, focusing on essential English language proficiency, critical soft skills, and digital literacy. This training is supported by Boeing and implemented in close cooperation with the Ministry of Youth, highlighting a multi-stakeholder commitment to youth Joramco will play a pivotal role in supporting the "Careers in Aviation" program by sharing its industry expertise, reviewing Amideast's training programs, and facilitating speaker sessions for the participants. Crucially, the MRO company aims to support the participants' career development by assisting in the hiring process, with a strong commitment to facilitating and securing employment of successful program graduates directly within on this significant partnership, Fraser Currie said, 'This partnership marks a cornerstone in our commitment to cultivating the next generation of aviation professionals in Jordan. By combining Amideast's proven expertise in youth development with Joramco's deep industry knowledge and employment opportunities, we are contributing directly to the growth and dynamism of Jordan's MRO sector.' Beyond the immediate scope of the "Careers in Aviation" program, this MOU also lays the groundwork for broader collaboration between Joramco and Amideast, allowing both parties to explore further areas of mutual interest, particularly in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and comprehensive workforce development programs.
