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13 Nov 25. UK Armed forces set to benefit from £50m novel blood products research. A £50m funding opportunity is available for the development of a novel blood products research centre, set to benefit armed forces on the frontline over the next 14 years. Novel blood products research aims to improve treatment in emergency and trauma care and address current critical blood product challenges nationally. The funding opportunity is being delivered by the Medical Research Council (MRC) in partnership with MOD’s Defence Medical Services and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl). Research applications are invited to advance the development of novel blood products which include a focus on current and future challenges such as:
- Improving traditional blood products, by reducing the requirement for cold storage and developing products that can be administered universally rather than to a specific blood group.
- Accelerating the development of laboratory-derived blood, whether synthetic or from cell-lines, which will reduce the reliance on donors.
- Develop novel products with characteristics that natural blood cannot achieve.
Blood transfusions are critically important, including in emergency situations such as trauma-related haemorrhage, blood disorders such as anaemia, and treatment-related complications including cancer. The existing supply chain is fragile due to a shortage of blood donors. Each of the UK’s four nations relies on a single provider to meet demand, while successful transfusions require blood from compatible, cross-matched donors to avoid reactions. Global challenges including blood products that have specific requirements for storage, handling and shelf-life are exacerbated in a warfighting at scale scenario, where access to specialist biomedical support, state-of-the-art facilities and cold-chain storage may be limited, and geography may prevent blood provision close to the point of need. (Source: https://www.gov.uk/)
10 Nov 25. Latent AI, a leader in edge AI solutions, announced today that it has been recognized by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, on the 2025 Edge Computing 100 list. Latent AI earned placement among the 50 Hottest Edge Hardware, Software and Services Companies, distinguishing it as one of the market’s most innovative and impactful edge AI companies. This recognition honors a breakthrough year for Latent AI, as the company assembled a strategic ecosystem that’s redefining what’s possible in edge AI deployment. From contested battlefields to orbital platforms, Latent AI is delivering real-time intelligence where cloud solutions simply cannot reach. The company’s game-changing partnerships tell the story:
- Ditto – Bringing edge AI to peer-to-peer mesh networks for autonomous systems operating in contested environments. The collaboration earned U.S. Army xTechOverwatch finalist recognition for innovation in battlefield intelligence.
- Wind River – Integrating Latent AI’s platform with mission-critical RTOS platforms (VxWorks®, Wind River Linux, eLxr Pro), delivering AI capabilities that meet the rigorous certification standards demanded by aerospace and defense operations.
- Voyager Technologies – A strategic investment that launches Latent AI capabilities beyond Earth’s atmosphere, enabling real-time intelligence operations on orbital and space-based platforms where latency means mission failure.
From ground-based autonomous systems to orbit, Latent AI now powers edge AI across environments previously considered impossible— delivering DoD Impact Level 5/6 certification and battle-tested through successful deployments with the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force.
“Being named among the 50 Hottest Edge Computing companies validates our vision that edge AI should be as simple to deploy as it is powerful to use,” said Jags Kandasamy, CEO and Co-founder of Latent AI. “This recognition reflects the trust our partners place in us to solve real-world challenges—from reducing energy consumption compared to cloud alternatives, to enabling faster model updates in military operations. We’re transforming our partners from edge computing providers into intelligent edge solution leaders, and this honor from CRN confirms we’re on the right path.”
“The vendors featured on the 2025 Edge Computing 100 list are leading the way in delivering technologies that enable trailblazing edge solutions,” said Jennifer Follett, VP of U.S. Content and Executive Editor at CRN, The Channel Company. “Their innovation empowers the IT channel ecosystem to create exceptional solutions that enhance operational efficiency, elevate data analytics, and strengthen security across remote and hybrid environments.”
The technology vendors named to the 2025 CRN Edge Computing 100 list are being honored for empowering channel partners with the building blocks to develop next-generation edge solutions that lower latency, accelerate data collection and analytics and enhance security for their customers.
Learn why Latent AI is among the 50 Hottest Edge Computing Companies:
- Research: From cloud-first to edge-first: The future of enterprise AI: https://latentai.com/white-paper/from-cloud-first-to-edge-first/
- Case Study: Reducing information latency: Streamlining AI for the Air Force
Reducing information latency: Streamlining AI for the Air Force
- Case Study: Latent AI reduces model update time from months to days
- Case Study: Project Linchpin delivers trusted AI pipeline for US Army
About Latent AI
Latent AI delivers edge AI solutions that enable rapid deployment of artificial intelligence capabilities on any device. Founded in 2018, the company’s developer platform helps government and commercial organizations implement efficient, secure AI solutions at the edge. Latent AI’s tools enable developers to build and update secure, adaptive models for field or laboratory use, serving defense and commercial customers. For more information, visit latentai.com and follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/latent-ai-inc.
About The Channel Company
The Channel Company (TCC) is the global leader in channel growth for the world’s top technology brands. We accelerate success across strategic channels for tech vendors, solution providers, and end users with premier media brands, integrated marketing and event services, strategic consulting, and exclusive market and audience insights. TCC is a portfolio company of investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital, a New York City-based private equity firm. For more information, visit thechannelco.com. Follow The Channel Company: LinkedIn and X. (Source: PR Newswire)
10 Nov 25. IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), the world’s leading quantum company, today announced a strategic agreement with the University of Chicago to establish the IonQ Center for Engineering and Science on campus and deliver a dedicated next-generation quantum computer and IonQ quantum network. The agreement includes a major research initiative to accelerate the development of novel quantum technology by University of Chicago researchers, ultimately strengthening IonQ’s leadership in quantum computing, quantum networking, quantum sensing, and quantum security technology. The partnership enables IonQ to collaborate directly with one of the nation’s top research institutions – where Enrico Fermi developed major contributions for the Manhattan Project – to identify and incubate real-world quantum use cases. Under the agreement, IonQ will deploy a next-generation quantum computer and entanglement distribution quantum network at the university. This will give researchers across disciplines access to IonQ’s industry-leading quantum hardware and software tools. Critically, the collaboration includes ongoing support for research with the University of Chicago’s leading quantum faculty. The collaboration aims to generate intellectual property that IonQ will use to drive new products, capabilities, and long-term commercial growth.
“This foundational agreement with the University of Chicago will fuel IonQ’s innovation engine, marking the first time IonQ’s production-grade quantum computer and entanglement distribution quantum network will be deployed on a university campus,” said Niccolo de Masi, Chairman and CEO of IonQ. “We’re combining our commercial-grade quantum computers with some of the world’s leading academic talent to generate innovations with valuable real-world applications. That research will directly benefit IonQ’s product roadmap and strengthen our competitive advantage in enterprise and government markets.”
“At the University of Chicago, our leadership in quantum science is built on groundbreaking research and powerful collaborations,” said President Paul Alivisatos. “This new partnership with IonQ reflects our conviction that foundational discovery and industry can advance the field together. With this support, our faculty and students will be able to reach further—to test bold ideas, accelerate new scientific discoveries and innovation, and help shape the future of the Chicago quantum technology ecosystem.”
As part of the initiative, IonQ will install a next-generation quantum computer along with a cutting-edge entanglement-distribution quantum network on campus. IonQ will contribute to the University’s construction of a new building on campus, the IonQ Center for Engineering and Science, which will house the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and other university science and technology research areas. Additionally, IonQ is poised to be named a core partner of the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE), based at the University of Chicago, contributing to the direction of the multi-institutional research consortium that includes Argonne and Fermilab national laboratories, the University of Illinois, Northwestern, Purdue, and others. Ultimately, the initiative will act as a foundational platform for academic, government, and commercial collaboration. Research areas include quantum hardware for computing, networking, sensing, and security, and quantum applications for chemistry, materials science, optimization, security, and advanced communication protocols — all areas aligned with IonQ’s roadmap of critical quantum technologies. This agreement builds on IonQ’s longstanding commitment to advancing quantum research through academic collaborations. These include IonQ’s work with the University of Maryland, where it maintains a dedicated Quantum Research Center; Duke University’s advanced multi-qubit gate design and quantum algorithms; and the University of Washington’s simulation of the matter-antimatter imbalance in space. (Source: BUSINESS WIRE)
11 Nov 25. With the presentation of the MDOcore software suite, HENSOLDT has reached a key milestone on the way to software-defined defense solutions. As a digital foundation for multi-domain operations (MDO), MDOcore enables the end-to-end, cross-domain integration of sensor- and effect-based systems for the first time. This accelerates decision-making processes in the field and significantly shortens the time from reconnaissance to effect – from sensor network to effector network.
“Data is as important as ammunition on the battlefield,” says HENSOLDT CEO Oliver Dörre. “With MDOcore, we are creating a key capability for networked data fusion and analysis – independent of non-European platforms. In this way, we ensure sovereignty over our own operational data and make a decisive contribution to technological sovereignty.”
The software suite was developed based on current operational experience and follows the principles of a software-centric defense. MDOcore can update or expand software modules on the fly – for example, when new threats are detected. In this way, adjustments can be implemented quickly, up to short-term updates in use. The system thus supports agile capability development, as required by modern military scenarios. A first functional prototype with multi-domain data fusion and AI-supported evaluation has already been successfully tested. In its functionality, MDOcore acts as a “universal translator” within complex defense networks. The software suite enables different systems – such as a German radar, a French anti-aircraft battery and an American command or weapon deployment system – to communicate seamlessly with each other and exchange data in real time. Due to its open, modular system architecture, MDOcore is compatible with reference architectures of state-of-the-art defense programs and uses established software standards. This keeps the system flexible, scalable and prevents dependencies on individual providers. MDOcore is intuitive to use: users can interact with the sensor-based network via voice input or text command. The system provides precise, contextual information that goes far beyond a classic situation picture. MDOcore is already designed for future technologies today. The architecture is prepared for cloud integration, swarm operations and, in the future, quantum computing. This means that the software suite is ready for the requirements of tomorrow’s battlefield.
Sven Heursch, Head of Software-Defined Defence & Digitalisation at HENSOLDT, said: “MDOcore is more than a software suite – it is the foundation of a new way of thinking in defence technology. By decoupling hardware, software, data and algorithms, we create a modular architecture that is interoperable, scalable and future-proof. This will create a sovereign European defence infrastructure while at the same time strengthening long-term system capability.”
With MDOcore, HENSOLDT is making the next technological leap: from a sensor provider to a provider of real-time, data-centric defense architectures. By combining existing competencies with data-driven analysis capabilities, a new quality of digital battlefield intelligence is created.
10 Nov 25. Naval Group and LASIGE Sign a Partnership Cooperation Agreement to Advance R&D Collaboration. Naval Group and the Portuguese research unit LASIGE from the Faculty of Sciences of Lisbon’s University have signed a Partnership Cooperation Agreement under the form of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore future collaboration in the field of Research and Development (R&D) in the naval and defense fields. This agreement has been signed onboard Naval Group’s FDI frigate during its port-of-call in Lisbon on November 6th, 2025, in presence of Alysson Bessani, Professor at the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon and director of the LASIGE research unit, and Guillaume Weisrock, Naval Group’s SVP for Sales and Business Development in Europe and North America.
Supporting naval innovation
This strategic partnership aims to leverage the complementary expertise of both organizations to support innovation in the maritime and defense sectors, and sets a formal framework for cooperation on topics of mutual interest related to the digital transformation of naval systems: intelligent systems for naval applications, computer vision for naval applications, simulation frameworks for naval digital systems, smart energy systems applicable to the naval environment, human-machine interfaces and human factors related to the digitisation of naval systems, digital systems related to drones, cybersecurity of naval systems and sensors. With this agreement, Naval Group aims to foster joint innovation in support of future naval capabilities with the academic and research community in Portugal.
“The agreement reflects our shared ambition to drive innovation through cooperation. LASIGE’s expertise and close connection with the Portuguese Navy make them a natural partner for Research & Development as we deepen our engagement in Portugal” – Guillaume Weisrock.
”LASIGE’s commitment to rigorous research with high scientific and societal impact requires collaboration with key players in industry and government. We see Naval Group as a strategic partner for future R&D projects in defense technologies, which has become increasingly critical for Europe’s security and technological sovereignty” – Alysson Bessani.
LASIGE has a recognized expertise in the fields of computer science and engineering, and as a trusted stakeholder of the Portuguese Navy, is a valuable partner well-positioned to contribute to cutting-edge research and development efforts in collaboration with Naval Group.
Naval Group brings decades of experience in the design, construction and integration of advanced naval platforms and systems, and has several research projects that could be of interest to LASIGE.
A strong industrial partnership with the Portuguese industry
This MoU is part of Naval Group’s broader ambition and dynamic that benefits the Portuguese DTIB and academic centres, should the Portuguese Navy choose the FDI frigate to renew its frigate fleet. With a strong industrial base and a long-standing tradition of delivering high-end solutions to navies worldwide, Naval Group is committed to strengthening its presence in Portugal, establishing industrial and research partnerships that will create value for the Portuguese defense and maritime sectors, supporting the Portuguese Navy’s evolving needs. There are real complementarities between Naval Group and the Portuguese defense industry and research centres, that could lead to joint achievements strengthening innovative defence capabilities in the European Union. The collaboration with the Portuguese industry goes back a long way; since 2019, Naval Group has been collaborated with 16 Portuguese companies on 15 European projects, promoting the integration of the national industry into high-value international initiatives. More recently, on October 22nd, Naval Group and AED Cluster Portugal have hosted an Industry Day in Lisbon to strengthen industrial and technological cooperation in defense, and met with more than 45 companies, industrials and academic institutes to participate in the supply chain associated with the FDI frigate program, as well as other areas such as advanced engineering, naval digitalization, and systems integration. (Source: ASD Network)
10 Nov 25. GKN Aerospace Joins GBP38M DECSAM Programme to Scale Sustainable Aerospace Additive Manufacturing. GKN Aerospace has joined the Digitally Enabled Competitive & Sustainable Additive Manufacturing (DECSAM) project. Led by Airbus, this £38m, four-year UK aerospace programme will develop and deploy the latest additive manufacturing (AM) technologies—such as beam shaping and in-situ process monitoring—to make metal laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) AM more cost-effective, productive, and sustainable for flight-ready parts. The project, which runs until June 2028, is a research and innovation initiative funded through Innovate UK, the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI), and the UK Department for Business and Trade. By prioritising resource efficiency, material reuse, and circular design principles, DECSAM aims to reduce waste and carbon intensity across the AM value chain, supporting the aerospace sector’s transition toward net-zero manufacturing and more sustainable aviation. The project brings together 11 leading organisations covering aerospace OEMs, Tier 1&2 suppliers, SMEs and research institutes, providing full UK AM manufacturing chain coverage. The partners including Airbus Operations Limited (lead), Renishaw plc, ASTM International UK, Authentise Ltd, The Manufacturing Technology Centre Limited, GKN Aerospace Services Limited, Additive Manufacturing Solutions Ltd, APEX Additive Technologies Ltd, Domin Limited, University of Sheffield, and ToffeeX Limited.
“Additive manufacturing can unlock new efficiencies in aerospace, lowering costs, optimising material use, reducing weight, and consolidating complex assemblies into single parts,” said Jacqueline Castle, Chief Technology Officer at the Aerospace Technology Institute. “DECSAM unites a strong consortium to accelerate adoption in civil aerospace, aligning closely with the ATI’s additive manufacturing strategy to drive future economic growth and sustainability.”
DECSAM will demonstrate an integrated, digitally connected AM supply chain, from alloy selection and build strategies to post-processing, inspection and factory scale-up. “In order to demonstrate AMs future cost competitiveness for aerospace applications”.
What DECSAM will deliver
To cut part cost, raise quality, and shorten design-build-test loops for aerospace applications, DECSAM is structured around four innovation pillars:
- Performance: new and improved alloys, multi-physics modelling and physics-driven design)
- Productivity: high-power lasers, beam shaping, advanced scan strategies, in-situ monitoring and closed-loop control
- Scalability: end-to-end digital thread, automated sustainable factory concepts, and efficient post-processing/inspection
- Application: Integration of technologies developed to demonstrate overall cost benefit on target product applications.
Planned outputs include ground and flight-test demonstrators, validated recycled/repurposed powder routes, widened powder specifications, verified parameter themes for quality and throughput, in-process monitoring software offerings, and guidance for routes to qualification and certification, all targeted at accelerating industrial exploitation.
GKN Aerospace is a risk and revenue sharing partner in a number of leading aero-engines and will leverage this position to integrate multiple DECSAM-developed technologies to demonstrate the cost effectiveness of powder bed additive manufacturing for future engine products. GKN will lead the assessment and development of new material systems including sustainable feedstock, part-based simulation methods, and co-ordinate both in-situ inspection and monitoring, and Laser Powder Bed productivity studies.
Sébastien Aknouche SVP Material Solutions at GKN Aerospace said: “The DECSAM Project strengthens GKN Aerospace’s broader additive manufacturing capabilities, delivering environmental, performance, and supply chain advantages over traditional material supply chains. With growing demand for additive solutions from all engine customers, this project enhances our UK technology base and positions us for future production growth.”
Why it matters
L-PBF is flight-proven, but wider uptake is constrained by end-to-end productivity gaps, fragmented data/QA, and reliance on overseas steps (powder, HIP, advanced heat-treat). DECSAM closes those gaps by linking UK materials supply, machine capability, in-process quality assurance, a robust digital thread, and factory scale-up—so parts are repeatable, cost-competitive, and producible at volume in the UK, supporting net-zero 2050. The programme is business-case led: recycled/UK-made powders; optimised build and nesting; in-process monitoring with closed-loop control to reduce or eliminate HIP/CT where feasible; and parameter/alloy development to cut finishing time. Cost-modelled demonstrators (e.g., an aircraft floor beam) show the shift from today’s “as-is” to a digitally connected, production-ready “to-be” at a cost point which enables AM to buy its way into serial aerospace production.
Focus use cases include ultra-efficient wing & engine structures and hydrogen subsystems (conformal heat exchangers, fuel-cell manifolds). Alongside performance gains, DECSAM mitigates single-source casting risks, on-shores critical pre-form manufacture, and advances compact AM-enabled actuation toward power-by-wire—delivering more right-first-time, certifiable parts, shorter lead times, a resilient UK supply chain, and cleaner aerospace manufacturing.
DECSAM at a glance:
- Value & timing: £38 m ; June 2024 – June 2028 (48 months).
- Leadership: Airbus (project lead) with 11 project partners across OEMs, Tier-1s, SMEs, RTOs and academia.
- Innovation pillars: Performance, Productivity, Scalability, Demonstration for L-PBF.
- Planned outputs: Ground and flight demonstrators; recycled/reused powder routes; in-process monitoring with closed-loop control; a connected digital thread; factory design for scale-up; and clear pathways to qualification and certification.
Funding acknowledgement: This work is supported by the ATI Programme: a partnership of the Aerospace Technology Institute, the Department for Business & Trade and Innovate UK. (Source: ASD Network)
10 Nov 25. Indian Army receives 3D printed bunkers from MiCoB. Each bunker is designed to match the operational requirements of Indian Army personnel working in locations. India-based MiCoB has delivered more than 500 3D printed bunkers with impact and blast resistance to the Indian Army. The delivery supports the expansion of India’s defence infrastructure by using new building methods, reduced construction time, and sustainable materials, said the company.
MiCoB co-founder and CEO Dr Shashank Shekhar said: “Delivering 500+ 3D Printed Bunkers (3D PDs) to the Indian Army is more than an achievement, it’s a powerful demonstration of how innovation meets purpose to strengthen and protect our nation. Each structure has been thoughtfully designed with a deep understanding of the Army’s on-ground realities, ensuring every feature enhances safety, comfort, and operational readiness, even in the most challenging terrains. Collectively, we have delivered more than 650 3D Printed buildings across the nation, which is highest in terms of 3D printed volume globally.”
According to MiCoB , each bunker is designed to match the operational requirements of Indian Army personnel working in locations that experience severe environmental conditions. These structures are deployed in varied regions such as high-altitude mountains, snow-covered areas, and desert sand dunes. The 3D-printed bunkers, referred to as permanent defences (PDs), offer protection suitable for military needs, thermal insulation, and meet military standards for resistance against ballistic threats. MiCoB made these bunkers using its proprietary designs, materials suited for 3D concrete printing, and automated construction systems to enable rapid building processes. With this method, the company was able to shorten the construction period for each bunker from about 45 days to under seven days. This approach allows quick installation in key areas while still meeting quality and safety standards.
Dr Shekhar added: “In the projects delivered by us, we saved over 20,000 tons of construction material compared to conventional methodology, aligning with our motto of building sustainably with speed. This is a proud moment for India as we are leading the innovation and adoption of 3D concrete printing technology, and the active support from various government and private stakeholders will position India as a leader in the sustainable construction practices.”
According to the company, field testing of MiCoB’s 3D Printed Bunkers began in Pokharan in 2022. The bunkers underwent weapon trials and have passed several tests conducted across different geographic and climatic environments. (Source: army-technology.com)
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