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Strangeworks, based in Austin, Texas, is a company focused on democratizing quantum computing. Founded by William Hurley (aka whurley), the company aims to make quantum technology accessible to those who can leverage its potential for significant advancements.Key customers and partnershipsIn February 2022, <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/8704">Quantum Algorithms Institute </a>(QAI) joined the Strangeworks Quantum Syndicate (SQS), the quantum computing hub of Strangeworks, to jointly develop the quantum ecosystem in British Columbia and Canada. In January 2022, the company partnered with <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/7594">Quantinuum </a>to integrate the latter’s quantum-enhanced cryptographic key generation platform Quantum Origin into the Strangeworks ecosystem.&nbsp;

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HawkEye 360 is a data analytics company that develops space-based radio frequency mapping. The company operates a commercial satellite constellation to identify, process, and geolocate a broad set of RF signals. Its products include maritime domain awareness and spectrum mapping and monitoring; our customers include a wide range of commercial, government, and international entities.

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HawkEye 360, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, is a pioneering defense technology company specializing in space-based radio frequency (RF) data and analytics. The company operates a constellation of satellites that detect, characterize, and geolocate radio frequency signals from various emitters. HawkEye 360's technology enables the identification and tracking of global transportation networks, assists with emergencies, and provides data analytics services to maritime, telecommunications, and security and defense sectors.
The company's primary product, RFGeo, launched in April 2019, offers customers access to RF analytics generated by its satellite constellation. RFGeo provides coordinates and observed characteristics of RF sources, delivered in a format compatible with common commercial Geographic Information System software tools. As of March 2024, HawkEye 360 operates 23 satellites, with plans to expand to a 30-satellite constellation by 2025, providing an average global revisit rate of 12-20 minutes.
HawkEye 360's technology has garnered significant interest from government agencies. In September 2021, the company secured a USD 10 million contract with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency to detect and map radiofrequency emissions worldwide. This contract includes one base year with options for four additional years. In September 2022, HawkEye 360 was awarded a contract from the National Reconnaissance Office's Commercial Systems Program Office to integrate commercial RF intelligence into the NRO's integrated overhead architecture.
In December 2023, HawkEye 360 acquired Maxar's RF Solutions business unit, adding two existing RF satellites, intellectual property, and a vast database of radio frequency collections to its portfolio. This acquisition, the company's first, expanded its frequency coverage and enhanced its signal activity understanding globally.

Strangeworks makes the power of quantum computing accessible to everyone all in one place. Learn more at http://quantumcomputing.com

Firehawk Aerospace is a private aerospace company specializing in advanced rocket propulsion technology. They focus on developing innovative solutions for rocket engines and propulsion systems, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce costs in the space industry. Firehawk Aerospace utilizes proprietary additive manufacturing technology to create 3D-printed fuel grains that can be customized for specific sizes and thrust profiles, enabling precise mission tailoring.

The National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution has the world's biggest and most significant collection of aviation and space objects, including all aspects of human flight, as well as associated works of art and archive materials. It operates two iconic facilities that accommodate more than eight million visitors every year, making it the country's most visited museum. The Center for Earth and Planetary Studies is also housed there.

Antwork is an AI drone company, which is creating a new logistics network with unmanned drones, and cars.

HawkEye 360 is a data analytics company that develops space-based radio frequency mapping. The company operates a commercial satellite constellation to identify, process, and geolocate a broad set of RF signals. Its products include maritime domain awareness and spectrum mapping and monitoring.

VPIsystems (formerly VPI Virtual Photonics)  develops and markets network planning software and services for the telecommunications industry in the United States and internationally. Its products include Photonic Design Automation, a solution for the modeling and optimization of photonic components and subsystems; and OnePlan, an integrated network planning system that enables communications service providers, systems integrators, and manufacturers to design, plan, and implement their transition to an IP-based network. The company serves wireline, wireless, and broadband carriers; and network equipment manufacturers and optical equipment vendors. VPIsystems, Inc. has strategic alliances with Accenture, HP, Logica, and Tech Mahindra.   The company was founded as VPI Virtual Photonics, Inc. in 1997 and changed its name to VPIsystems, Inc. in July 2001. VPIsystems, Inc. is based in Holmdel, New Jersey with additional offices in Europe, Asia, and Australia.

TelASIC Communications, Inc. develops remote radio head products for WCDMA/HSDPA and WiMAX/LTE infrastructure applications. The company's products enable the transmission of high output power to deliver high data rates and coverage for mobile TV/video/audio/data-centric 3G data services. TelASIC Communications, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in El Segundo, California.

Raytheon Technologies is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and service for commercial, military, and government customers. The company is pushing the boundaries of avionics, cybersecurity, directed energy, electric propulsion, hypersonics, quantum physics, and more.

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 US defense contractor RTX Corporation, formerly Raytheon Technologies, is selling its cybersecurity, intelligence, and services business for USD 1.3 billion in cash. The sale aims to give the business more independence to fulfill customer missions. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval.
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 RTX announced the sale alongside its Q3 results, which revealed a 21% drop in revenue compared to the previous period. The buyer was not disclosed, but sources suggest private equity firm Blackstone. Proceeds from the sale will contribute to a stock buyback program worth USD 10 billion.
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 Raytheon Technologies, formerly Raytheon, merged with United Technologies Corporation (UTC) in June 2020. Before the merger, Raytheon had acquired 14 cybersecurity companies with a focus on automation and analytics.
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