– Merging ultra-low-power AI semiconductors with lightweight AI technology to target global expansion –

TAIPEI, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nota AI (CEO Myungsu Chae), an expert in AI model optimization and on-device generative AI, and DEEPX (CEO Lokwon Kim), a leading developer of ultra-low-power on-device AI semiconductors have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Computex Taipei 2025, the world’s largest ICT exhibition. This partnership aims to strengthen their global position in the rapidly growing on-device AI market.

Under the agreement, the two companies will co-develop AI solutions that combine DEEPX’s advanced Neural Processing Units (NPUs) with Nota AI’s lightweight AI models, enabling high-performance AI functionality even in ultra-compact, power-constrained devices. These joint solutions will serve as proof-of-concept models for applications in industrial robotics, smart appliances, security systems, mobility platforms, and more—accelerating market penetration both in Korea and globally.

As part of the collaboration, DEEPX will provide its NPU SDKs and development kits to support optimized integration of lightweight AI models. Nota AI will design and fine-tune application-specific models to meet diverse industry requirements. The partnership also includes co-marketing efforts, joint participation in global trade shows, and active engagement with B2B customers worldwide through proof-of-concept deployments.

“Our strategic partnership with DEEPX combines Nota AI’s proprietary AI optimization technologies with DEEPX’s world-class AI hardware innovation, positioning us as leaders in the global on-device AI market,” said Nota AI CEO Myungsu Chae. “Together, we will accelerate the deployment of optimized AI across a range of industrial applications.”

“This agreement will be an important collaboration to expand the on-device AI ecosystem,” said Lokwon Kim, CEO of DEEPX. “By combining the strengths of both on-device AI hardware and software, we will strive to bring competitive AI solutions to the global market.”

This MOU highlights the growing global recognition of Korean innovation in on-device AI technology, signaling a new phase of international expansion for domestically developed AI solutions.

About Nota AI

Nota AI (Nota Inc.) is a leading on-device AI company specializing in AI model optimization and on-device generative AI. Leveraging its proprietary NetsPresso® platform, Nota AI delivers high-performance AI capabilities across various industries, including transportation, automotive, mobile, IoT, and beyond. The company maintains strategic collaborations with global semiconductor leaders and Fortune 100 corporations such as NVIDIA, ARM, Qualcomm, Sony, and Samsung Electronics. With established entities in the U.S. and Germany, Nota AI is actively expanding its global presence, notably into key markets in the Middle East and Southeast Asia. The company’s technological leadership has been globally recognized, most recently by its inclusion in CB Insights’ ‘100 Most Innovative AI Startups’.
For more information, visit www.nota.ai.

About DEEPX

Founded in anticipation of an era when artificial intelligence will be as pervasive as electricity and Wi-Fi, DEEPX develops core technology for high-performance AI semiconductors and computing solutions that bring intelligence to electronic devices. DEEPX currently holds over 326 patents pending in the U.S., China, and Korea—one of the largest patent portfolios in the world for on-device AI chip development.

DEEPX’s AI semiconductors are optimized for various applications, improving energy efficiency while enabling advanced AI functionality. The company is collaborating with customers such as Hyundai Kia Motors Robotics Lab, POSCO DX, Jahwa Electronics, LGU+, and Inventec on mass-production developments. In addition, DEEPX works with more than 120 global organizations in areas like smart cameras, surveillance systems (AI NVR), smart factories, robotic platforms, and AI servers, and conducts strategic global promotions in the United States, China, Taiwan, and Europe.

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MELBOURNE, Australia, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Air Liquide has entered into an agreement with Manildra Group to build a new food and beverage grade carbon dioxide (CO₂) plant in Bomaderry, New South Wales. This facility will capture and purify the biogenic CO₂ produced naturally by Shoalhaven Starches from fermentation of wheat, and supply the purified CO₂ product to Australian industries.

Air Liquide will build, own and operate a new CO₂ plant with a production capacity of over 90,000 tonnes per year of food and beverage grade CO₂, which would make it the largest food and beverage quality CO₂ plant in Australia. Construction of the new Air Liquide facility is planned to commence in the second half of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals, and it is anticipated to be operational in 2027.

The biogenic CO₂ produced naturally from fermentation of wheat at Manildra Group’s Shoalhaven Starches site provides a biogenic CO₂ product offering to meet the growing needs of the food and beverage industry and other applications.

High quality food and beverage grade CO₂ serves the needs of Australian businesses in a broad range of industries where quality and reliability of supply are a necessity. This includes food, beverages, water treatment, desalination, hospitality, manufacturing and medical industries.

Tim Kehoe, Managing Director of Air Liquide Pacific said: “To address the critical need for increased supply and improved reliability in domestic CO₂, Air Liquide has partnered with Manildra to provide a biogenic CO2 solution. Air Liquide’s new CO₂ plant will boost local CO₂ supply and demonstrates our commitment to supporting the growth needs of Australian industries well into the future.”

John Honan, Managing Director of Manildra Group said: “Through our partnership with Air Liquide, we’re delivering 100% Australian, food-grade CO₂ for essential local industries – part of our broader commitment to closing the loop in our advanced manufacturing process. Together we’re building a long-term solution to strengthen local supply chains with high-quality, biogenic CO₂.”

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As an automotive Cyber Security Expert, PlaxidityX partners with TIER IV to align self-driving vehicle software with UN-R155 regulatory requirements

TEL AVIV, Israel, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PlaxidityX, a trusted expert in automotive cybersecurity today announced that it is providing cyber security consulting services to TIER IV, the pioneering force behind a leading open-source software for autonomous driving.

In June 2024, TIER IV was selected for a government project to develop and deliver low-speed autonomous buses for a field trial for terminal transfers at airport in Japan. A key prerequisite for commencing the Minibus service field trial was providing clear evidence that the autonomous mobility project complies with the UN-R155 regulation and ISO/SAE 21434 standard.

Recognizing the need for specialized cyber security expertise, TIER IV sought to collaborate with an automotive cyber security expert with proven experience in compliance consulting projects. “We chose to work with PlaxidityX based on its extensive experience, reliability and cyber expertise,” said Fumihito Ito, Manager, Cyber Security Team at TIER IV. “The technical proficiency and regulatory knowledge their team demonstrated in the initial pre-assessment gave us the peace of mind to move forward confidently.”

After performing a gap analysis of TIER IV’s current cyber security status vis-à-vis the regulation, PlaxidityX created a customized package of services designed to address the identified gaps. This package includes developing a cyber security plan, ongoing cyber security activities (e.g., vulnerability monitoring, incident response), Cyber security Interface Agreements (CIAs), test plans, TARA (Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment) support, and assistance in creating the cyber security case and validation reports. 

PlaxidityX’s team completed this project over a three-month period, and all deliverables were submitted to TIER IV to support their preparations for review from the airport authorities. The project was conducted primarily by PlaxidityX’s local cyber experts in Japan, which ensured quick response to TIER IV requests, smooth communications, and timely delivery of work materials.

Following the success of this initial engagement, TIER IV has also contracted PlaxidityX to assist in the implementation of a Cyber Security Management System (CSMS).

“We are honored to have been selected by TIER IV for this autonomous mobility project,” said Tomoyuki Goto, Country Manager Japan at PlaxidityX. “Compliance with cyber security regulations and standards is now a critical business requirement. With the completion of our joint cyber security activities and the ongoing CSMS project, TIER IV can be confident that its autonomous vehicles are developed in accordance with the highest cyber security standards.”

About TIER IV

TIER IV stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation, pioneering Autoware, the world’s first open-source software for autonomous driving. Harnessing Autoware, we build scalable platforms and deliver comprehensive solutions across software development, vehicle manufacturing, and service operations. As a founding member of the Autoware Foundation, we are committed to reshaping the future of intelligent vehicles with open-source software, enabling individuals and organizations to thrive in the evolving field of autonomous driving.

About PlaxidityX

PlaxidityX (formerly named Argus Cyber Security Ltd.) is a global leader in mobility cyber security, providing DevSecOps, vehicle protection and fleet protection technologies and services for automotive and mobility manufacturers. PlaxidityX’s solutions ensure that vehicle components, networks, and fleets are secured and compliant throughout their life cycle.

PlaxidityX’s innovative methods and solutions are based on decades of cyber security and automotive research and have culminated in over 80 granted and pending patents. Founded in 2014, PlaxidityX is headquartered in Israel, with a global footprint in USA, Germany, France, Japan, Korea, Poland and India.

Contact:

Rachel Pekin                                                            
Vice President Marketing     
E-Mail: rachel.pekin@plaxidityx.com

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