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California Aerospace Day Celebrates Achievements of the Golden State’s Aerospace Industry

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The event co-hosted by Boeing, Lockheed Martin & Amazon Project Kuiper, showcases significance of aerospace industry and its impact on California’s economy and beyond. 

SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In partnership with Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Amazon Project Kuiper, the Aerospace Defense Alliance of California (ADAC) part of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) hosted its second California Aerospace Day. The one-day event brings together a cross-section of California’s largest aerospace companies with state legislators to showcase the industry’s impact on the Golden State’s economy. 

Over 200 people attended the Aerospace Museum of California on Wednesday to hear from the best and brightest in the aerospace industry, including NASA Astronaut Michael S. Hopkins.  

“Today is a glimpse into the future of California’s manufacturing industry – the aerospace industry brings forth high-skilled and high-paying jobs to the economy and our communities across the state,” said Lance Hastings, CMTA’s CEO & President. “Events like this one are important to recognize the hard work and dedication of the scientists, engineers, and innovators who have made all of this possible.” 

California has been at the forefront of space exploration for decades. The state’s aerospace industry supports more than 511,000 high-paying jobs, generates more than $100 billion in annual economic activity, and generates $7 billion in state and local taxes, according to a recent report by PwC.  

“The aerospace industry is the backbone of the California economy. This industry offers jobs and opportunities for a highly-skilled workforce that powers the innovations of today and tomorrow through the products and technologies that are created and built here in the state,” said Mark Taylor, ADAC Chair and Director of Government Operations for Boeing in California. “Aerospace also helps repay California’s investment in higher education by retaining that talent with high-wage jobs and opportunities.”  

Throughout the day, leaders from aerospace manufacturers, professors and legislators participated in various panel discussions on STEM and workforce development, climate change and sustainability, and innovation and technology.  

“Lockheed Martin has a proud history driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery in California, to include major breakthroughs in aircraft development to deep space exploration,” said John Clark, Vice President and General Manager of Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®. “Along with technical achievements, we are committed to inspiring the next generations of engineers and scientists to ensure the United States is Ahead of Ready.” 

The aerospace industry supply chain consists of thousands of other small businesses, many minority-owned, located throughout all 58 counties. America’s aerospace industry originated in California and today remains the largest industry in the state. 

“Amazon’s Project Kuiper is thrilled to partner with the Aerospace Defense Alliance of California (ADAC) part of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA),” said Beth Cooley, Head of State & Local Policy, Connectivity, Amazon Project Kuiper. “Our mission is to provide fast, affordable connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world, and we’re excited about the impact Project Kuiper will have for customers, communities, and the broader aerospace industry across California.” 

Held at the Aerospace Museum of California, the event, which included tours of Lockheed Martin’s F35 simulator, Stratolaunch’s Roc carrier plane model, Northrop Grumman’s model of the B2 Bomber, RTX’s Ejection Seat Display, Boeing’s Wisk Brand Wall, and other industry exhibits, was organized through ADAC, which was formed in 2021.  

To learn more about what these organizations are doing to maintain California’s place as the leading state for the aerospace and defense industry, visit CMTA’s website. 

About CMTA
The California Manufacturers & Technology Association has advocated for pro-growth laws and regulations before the California legislature and administrative agencies since 1918. The total output from manufacturing in California is $300 billion per year, roughly 10 percent of the total economic output of the state. Manufacturers employ 1.3 million Californians paying wages more than $25,000 higher than other non-farm employers in the state. For more information, visit the CMTA website. 

About ADAC
The Aerospace and Defense Alliance of California (ADAC) is affiliated with the California Manufacturers and Technology Association (CMTA) and was formed to address specific state policy issues affecting the aerospace and defense industry, specifically. California is a global leader in aerospace, aviation, defense, space science research and development (R&D), and advanced manufacturing. California’s aerospace industry supports more than 511,000 high-paying jobs, generates more than $100 billion in annual economic activity, and generates $7 billion in state and local taxes.  

CONTACT: 
Ananda Rochita 
Vice President, Communications
CMTA
arochita@cmta.net 

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CES 2025: Aurafit to Unveil G12 Smartwatch, the Ultimate Companion for A Connected, Active, and Healthy Life

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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At CES 2025, taking place from January 7-10, Aurafit, a pioneering brand dedicated to providing innovative smart equipment for modern sports enthusiasts and tech-savvy individuals, is set to introduce its latest flagship product, the G12 Smartwatch. This versatile GPS smartwatch is designed to transform how people interact with technology in their everyday lives.

This all-in-one device supports five satellite navigation systems: BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS, ensuring precise and reliable positioning no matter where the user is. The inclusion of a built-in compass makes the G12 Smartwatch an indispensable companion for outdoor adventures, providing users with the confidence to explore new terrains. It supports over 150 sports modes, catering to various activities from running and cycling to yoga and swimming. This extensive range of modes ensures that users can optimize their training sessions and track their progress with ease. Additionally, with more than 100 cloud-based watch faces, users can customize their smartwatch to match their style and preferences.

AI functionalities are at the core of the G12 Smartwatch, offering an AI voice assistant, AI voice-activated watch faces, AI smart translation, AI voice notes, and AI art watch faces. These features transform the smartwatch into a powerful tool for managing daily tasks, staying connected, and expressing creativity. Whether setting reminders, taking notes, or translating languages on the go, the G12 Smartwatch enhances efficiency and organization in daily life.

As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shenzhen Smart Care Technology Co., Ltd. (SMA), Aurafit has been a key player in the smart wearable industry for over a decade. The company boasts an expansive industrial park covering over 10,000 square meters and employs a strong team of over 600 professionals, with more than 20% dedicated to research and development. Aurafit has established itself as a leader in the field, offering a product line that includes smartwatches, smart headphones, and smart glasses, along with related accessories. With over 200 technology patents in health and sports recognition algorithms, Aurafit’s products are sold in more than 50 countries worldwide.

As it continues to push the boundaries of innovation and redefine the future of smart wearables, Aurafit welcomes partners from the global smart wearable industry to visit its booth at LVCC South Hall 1, #30121, during CES 2025.

For more information, please visit: www.aurafitofficial.com.

Media Contact: Chupeng Song, songchupeng@smawatch.com

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A Nation Unites to Set a New Guinness World Records™ title for ‘Most People Contributing to an AI-generated Image’

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Media City Qatar and Google Cloud partner for groundbreaking ‘Qatar ArtBeat’ initiative for Qatar National Day 2024

DOHA, Qatar, Jan. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —  Media City Qatar, a catalyst for next-generation media, in partnership with Google Cloud, has set a new Guinness World Records™ title for the ‘Most people contributing to an AI-generated image’ with its groundbreaking initiative, ‘Qatar ArtBeat.’ With over 15,000 contributions, more than 5.4 million people reached, and in excess of 68,000 engagements from across the country, this historic achievement exemplifies how tradition and technology can merge to unite a community in creating a singular, innovative artwork.

The world record was achieved by the powerful capabilities of Google Cloud’s Vertex AI platform, Gemini models, and Google BigQuery data platform seamlessly combining comments to reflect voices, emotions, and aspirations shared by the community. The initiative, which ran from December 9 to 17 on Media City Qatar’s social media channels, also incorporated sentiments from broader public conversations about Qatar National Day 2024, ensuring that every voice was represented in the final masterpiece. The resulting artwork co-created by the nation reflects unity, creativity, and shared aspirations, setting a remarkable benchmark in the integration of art, technology, and community engagement.

Qatar National Day, celebrated annually on December 18, marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s history, honoring unity, progress, and cultural pride. Media City Qatar seized this opportunity to showcase Qatar’s ability to blend tradition with modernity.

“‘Qatar ArtBeat’ has been a groundbreaking initiative! And now, as the first-of-its-kind to achieve and set a new world record, recognized by Guinness World Records™, it stands as a historic achievement for our nation,” said Eng. Jassim Mohamed Al Khori, CEO of Media City Qatar. “This milestone highlights Media City Qatar’s leadership in innovation and our ability to bring the community together through creativity and technology for this year’s Qatar National Day.”

“‘Qatar ArtBeat’ demonstrates how Google Cloud’s advanced technology can connect communities to achieve something extraordinary,” said Ghassan Kosta, Regional General Manager of Google Cloud. “We are honored to support this project with Media City Qatar, which reflects the potential of technology to celebrate culture and creativity—and set a new world record.”

“This iconic record-breaking moment by ‘Qatar ArtBeat’ is a truly historic achievement,” said Shaddy Gaad, Senior Marketing Manager, Guinness World Records™. “Recognizing the ‘Most People Contributing to an AI-generated Image’ highlights the innovation and collaboration that brought this project by Media City Qatar, in partnership with Google Cloud, to life. It is a testament to Qatar’s ability to unite the nation around a creative and groundbreaking initiative.”

As an emerging global media hub, Media City Qatar embodies its vision of “Where Next Is Made” by offering a supportive regulatory environment, state-of-the-art business facilities, and attractive incentive schemes. These pillars drive the sustained growth and development of Qatar’s creative industries, spanning broadcasting, news, gaming, publishing, production, animation, media technologies, social and digital media, and content localization.

ABOUT MEDIA CITY QATAR

Media City Qatar is an emerging, collaborative global hub for media companies, entrepreneurs, innovators, and creative talent, and a regional leader in the media industry, contributing to Qatar’s economic diversification. It accelerates the evolution of regional media to create a powerful and innovative ecosystem where exceptional ideas and content thrive. Media City Qatar was established to streamline necessary regulations, develop businesses, and unlock investment opportunities to support the media ecosystem in Qatar under its regulatory, developmental, and investment mandates.

Media City Qatar aims to foster a nurturing environment and a hub for traditional and digital media, technology, communications, research, and development. From broadcasting to traditional and digital newspapers, from gaming to user-generated content, and enabling AI and advanced technologies, Media City Qatar welcomes businesses across different media segments of various scales to join us in Doha.

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ABOUT GOOGLE CLOUD

Google Cloud is the new way to the cloud, providing AI, infrastructure, developer, data, security, and collaboration tools built for today and tomorrow. Google Cloud offers a powerful, fully integrated and optimized AI stack with its own planet-scale infrastructure, custom-built chips, generative AI models, and development platform, as well as AI-powered applications, to help organizations transform. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted technology partner.

ABOUT GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS

What’s the fastest game bird in Europe? This was the question that inspired the founding of Guinness World Records back in 1955. Starting with a single book published from a room above a gym, GWR has grown to become a global multi-media brand, with offices in London, New York, Miami, Beijing, Tokyo and Dubai. Today, we deliver world-class content, not just through Books, but via TV shows, Social Media and Live Events. Our in-house consultancy works closely with brands and businesses around the world to harness the power of record-breaking and deliver award-winning campaigns and business solutions. Our ultimate purpose is to inspire people - individuals, families, schools, groups, companies, communities and even entire countries – to read about, watch, listen to and participate in record-breaking. To join this record-breaking community – and find out the answer to that original question – visit guinnessworldrecords.com.

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re:3D announces OrthoAdditive Africa as the recipient of the 2024 Gigaprize competition; the organization will receive an industrial 3D printer to help pursue their mission in South Africa

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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — re:3D, Inc. is pleased to announce the winner of the 2024 Gigaprize competition. For every hundred printers sold, re:3D donates a Gigabot large-format, industrial 3D printer to an individual or organization committed to doing good in their community. This year, the award is a Gigabot 4 filament 3D printer.

An expert panel of judges has awarded the 2024 Gigaprize to OrthoAdditive Africa in Cape Town, South Africa. OrthoAdditive Africa’s mission is to overcome barriers to healthcare access for people living with disabilities through CAD and additive manufacturing technology. They propose to use their Gigabot 3D printer to prototype a range of seating, positioning, and mobility devices currently in development with their collaborators Shonaquip SE, using a variety of materials printed by the Gigabot.

re:3D wishes to recognize the outstanding applicants for this year’s prize who are doing incredible work in their communities: these include Asmbly Makerspace (Austin, TX), Black Sheep Food Initiative (Saybrook, IL), the Citizens Archive of Pakistan (Karachi, Pakistan), EveryShelter (Houston, TX and Kampala, Uganda), SOC Films (Karachi, Pakistan), and the Welman Project (Fort Worth, TX). We also extend our thanks to our expert panel of judges for taking time out of their busy schedules to evaluate the application videos and determine the winner of this year’s Gigaprize.

ABOUT re:3D

re:3D® Inc. consists of a group of explorers committed to eliminating the cost and scale barriers to industrial 3D printing. Having pioneered the world’s first affordable, human-scale industrial 3D printer, re:3D now offers a range of large-scale, affordable 3D printers capable of printing from virgin and reclaimed filament, pellets, and/or flake. Beyond supplying 3D printers to customers in over 50 countries, re:3D offers contract printing, consulting, design, materials testing, and education services. For more information on re:3D, visit www.re3d.org.

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