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NTT DATA and DENSO Sign a Basic Agreement on Strategic Partnership for Software

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Establishing a global software development system with 3,000 engineers for the era of SDVs

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On June 12, 2024, NTT DATA Japan Corporation (“NTT DATA”) and DENSO CORPORATION (“DENSO”) have signed a memorandum of understanding to form a strategic partnership for software development.

Through the agreement, the companies will deepen their collaboration on strategy, talent management, and technology as they jointly contribute to the advancement of Japan’s automotive industry and help address social issues. The partnership between DENSO, which has strengths in vehicle (in-car) technologies including in-vehicle software, and NTT DATA, which has strengths in outside-car technologies including cloud computing, aims to quickly and efficiently develop and offer in-vehicle software, which is becoming more prevalent and sophisticated in new vehicles.

The two companies will also hire more advanced software engineers and upskill current engineers at both companies to create a globally deployable software-oriented mobility service platform, which will help support a mobility-centered society in the era of software-defined vehicles (“SDVs”).

As the first initiative, the two companies will jointly establish a software development system, as well as training engineers and increase the number of engineers to 3,000 engineers by 2030.

Background
Recently, in response to automated driving, electrification, and artificial intelligence, including the rise of ever-connected cars, there is a need to enhance the ability to develop large-scale, advanced in-vehicle software and drastically increase development efficiency. Meanwhile, the concept of SDVs, in which software dramatically raises the value of vehicles and services, has become widely desirable, making software development increasingly important and necessitating closer linkage between vehicles and infrastructure. Accordingly, initiatives using cloud technology have become essential. With various social issues emerging in society, such as challenges relating to public transportation, population growth and driver shortages in the logistics industry, mobility services are needed to help solve these issues and an underlying platform needs to be built by connecting vehicles with the cloud via software and ensuring data linkage.

NTT DATA and DENSO have been collaborating with each other for many years. In 2016, DENSO took a stake in NTT DATA MSE, a software development company. In 2022, NTT DATA and DENSO launched an initiative to build an industry-wide ecosystem for electric vehicle batteries. The two companies have strengthened their ties by working on software initiatives together to transform the automotive industry.

Details of the partnership
Against this backdrop, the two companies have reached a basic agreement on a strategic partnership for software with the aim of accelerating conventional activities, developing the automotive industry and solving social issues. The synergies of the two companies will be maximized in terms of strategy, human resources, and technology by leveraging the cloud technology strengths of NTT DATA, which has worked in various industries, and the in-vehicle software strengths of DENSO, which has mainly focused on the automotive industry.
This partnership will tackle the following initiatives.

(1) Expansion of global software resources

Software will be the key to automotive development in the future, as exemplified by automated driving, electrification, and SDVs, necessitating substantial software resources. NTT DATA and DENSO will establish a global development system with 3,000 engineers by 2030 to maximize the synergies of software resources at their group companies in Japan and overseas, in order to develop increasingly large-scale and sophisticated in-vehicle software.

(2) Cultivating advanced software engineers

NTT DATA and DENSO will establish a program in the software domain to train human resources who can generate business value. The two companies aim to update the definition of software engineers whom the two companies have cultivated, reinforce and standardize the program, and deploy and utilize the program throughout the automotive industry.

(3) Enhance the platform to support software development

It is crucial to increase the speed and efficiency of developing in-vehicle software, which is becoming larger in scale and more sophisticated, for the era of SDVs. It is indispensable to build a common platform to support the software development, which underpins the development of various other functions, including AI-based evaluation tools. NTT DATA and DENSO aim to jointly develop and deploy an optimal platform to support the development based on combinations of solutions by harnessing the advanced IT that they have refined.

(4) Joint initiative to tackle social issues

NTT Data has been providing services that contribute to the growth of businesses and the resolution of social issues, using IT, extending beyond the boundaries of various companies and industries to social infrastructure. DENSO aims to reduce its environmental burden and realize a society with zero traffic accidents. DENSO has been expanding the technology it has cultivated in the automotive field to various other areas, continuing to provide new value to society.

To realize a mobility-centered society in the future, NTT DATA and DENSO will jointly study the possibility of developing solutions to solve social issues by leveraging their strengths. The two companies aim to accelerate the initiative, including field tests on social implementation, and deploy the initiative globally in the future.

Future outlook
Through this partnership, NTT DATA and DENSO will quickly create and jointly deploy a platform for new mobility services. The two companies will deepen the alliance while coordinating their respective strengths in the in-car and outside-car domains. They will help make vehicles more attractive through software for the era of SDVs.

About DENSO CORPORATION
Headquartered globally in Kariya, Japan, DENSO is a leading mobility supplier with $47.2 billion in sales and develops advanced technologies and components for nearly every vehicle on the market today. DENSO is also expanding its range of value offerings to include factory automation, food, and agriculture, with automotive technology at its core. For more information about DENSO’s operations worldwide, visit https://www.denso.com/global.

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NorthC Data Centers Doubles Down on Corero Network Security for European Expansion

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Three-year renewal deepens partnership, powering protection, performance, and proven value for customers at scale.

LONDON, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Corero Network Security (AIM: CNS) (OTCQX: DDOSF), the distributed denial of service (DDoS) protection specialists, announced the renewal of its strategic partnership with NorthC Data Centers, the leading regional data center provider in the Netherlands. The three-year agreement deepens a trusted collaboration and enables NorthC to scale its secure infrastructure as it expands operations into Germany and beyond.

Corero’s award-winning DDoS protection will continue to safeguard NorthC’s growing digital ecosystem, ensuring uninterrupted service availability for enterprise and public sector customers. As cyberthreats grow more complex, Corero’s real-time, adaptive protection helps NorthC maintain performance, meet compliance requirements and stay ahead of evolving attacks.

“When a partner like NorthC renews, it’s more than a contract. It’s a statement of trust,” said Carl Herberger, CEO of Corero Network Security. “They’re trusting us to help them stand out in a competitive market, deliver more value to their customers and stay resilient under pressure. We don’t take that lightly. Our protection, our people and our partnership give them an edge, and we’re proud to be part of their growth story.”

As part of the renewed agreement, NorthC gains enhanced capabilities that strengthen its customer offering and open new revenue opportunities. This includes edge-based filtering integrated with its Cisco infrastructure for faster mitigation and minimal latency, while preserving full data sovereignty. Corero’s upgraded service portal also supports tenant prospecting, allowing NorthC to offer premium DDoS protection as a value-added service and demonstrate measurable value to customers.

This renewal reflects a partnership built on performance, trust and shared ambition. As NorthC expands across Europe, Corero remains a committed global partner, delivering the protection, expertise and innovation needed to power secure digital growth at scale.

About Corero Network Security
Corero Network Security is a leading provider of DDoS protection solutions, specializing in automatic detection and protection solutions with network visibility, analytics, and reporting tools. Corero’s technology protects against external and internal DDoS threats in complex edge and subscriber environments, ensuring internet service availability. With operational centers in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, and Edinburgh, UK, Corero is headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market (ticker: CNS) and the US OTCQX Market (OTCQX: DDOSF).

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Montran Wins Central Banking Award for Payment Services Development

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NEW YORK, April 10, 2025 /CNW/ — Montran has been honored with the ‘Payment Services Development’ award at the Central Banking Awards. This prestigious recognition underscores Montran’s commitment to achieving financial infrastructure interoperability through our Instant Payments System (IPS).

The deployment of the Montran IPS in various regions around the world has been instrumental in empowering central banks, clearinghouses, commercial banks, NBFIs, MNOs, merchants, agents and end-users with a cutting-edge interoperable instant payment solution.

With ten live instant payment systems (IPS) deployed across the globe—from Angola to Panama—Montran continues to empower financial ecosystems with innovative solutions that enhance transaction speed, security, and accessibility. The recent go-live of BORICA’s TIPS Connectivity Module in Bulgaria further demonstrates Montran’s commitment to advancing cross-border instant payments, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with European standards.

Driving Instant Payments Forward

Montran’s IPS platform has been designed for scalability, flexibility, and security, making it the preferred choice for central banks and national clearing systems. Built to support 24/7 real-time processing, the system offers:

Advanced fraud management to safeguard transactionsSeamless QR code-based payments for instant digital transactions5,000+ transactions per second processing capacityDirect integration with international systems, including ECB TIPS and PAPSS

Since the launch of its first IPS production system in 2018, Montran has continuously enhanced its platform with proxy alias modules, advanced liquidity management, and configurable fraud detection tools—ensuring a future-proof payment infrastructure.

 “As instant payments become the global standard, we remain committed to helping central banks and financial institutions accelerate digital transformation with scalable, reliable financial infrastructure,” said Cristi Jurca, IPS Product Owner at Montran.

Global Expansion & Future Innovations

Montran’s instant payments ecosystem is growing rapidly, with three additional systems currently in progress and major initiatives underway in Guatemala and Asia. The company is also focused on integrating IPS with emerging financial technologies, including Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and enhanced fraud risk management solutions.

“The evolution of digital payments is accelerating, and Montran is leading the way by providing robust, real-time financial solutions that drive economic growth and financial inclusion,” said Ciprian Tesa, Chief Technology Officer at Montran.

Montran remains committed to its purpose to unify the world financially by equipping central banks, financial institutions, and payment service providers with next-generation digital payment technology. 

About Montran

Montran is the leading provider of Payment and Capital Market Infrastructure solutions, servicing the world’s foremost financial institutions with mission critical installations and operations in over 90 countries. Discover more at www.montran.com.

 

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Hughes Announces Launch of Innovative Compact ESA, Further Expanding Global Connectivity Solutions

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Approval for general availability on the OneWeb LEO network demonstrating performance and impact

GERMANTOWN, Md., April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hughes Network Systems, LLC, an EchoStar company (Nasdaq: SATS), today announced the global commercial availability of the HL1100W single panel electronically steerable antenna (ESA), a cost-effective, high performing addition to the Eutelsat OneWeb user terminal family. Approved by Eutelsat OneWeb for operation in its low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network, the HL1100W was designed to meet growing market demands for a lighter solution that delivers low-latency, high-speed connectivity to customers around the world. It serves as a continuation of the Hughes innovative product roadmap as we further push the boundaries of technology and what’s possible for connectivity.

“Connectivity today demands innovative, flexible solutions that can meet customers where they are,” said Royce Hernandez, vice president mobility product management at Hughes. “The introduction of the HL1100W marks another milestone in Hughes leadership in providing scalable and robust connectivity solutions to customers around the world. This device is an evolution of our innovation strategy and a demonstration of our commitment to enhancing global connectivity. We are proud to partner with Eutelsat OneWeb to bring our solution to market for enterprises and governments everywhere.”

The HL1100W, orderable immediately, stands out in the market with its capability to deliver reliable connectivity in an attractive compact form factor. Designed for durability, the compatible mounts allow the HL1100W to be installed on a wide variety of buildings and structures, including, trailers, cabinets, and onshore oil rigs, ensuring reliable service in diverse operational environments. Manufactured at the Hughes state-of-the-art facility in Germantown, Maryland, the HL1100W follows the successful launch of the HL1120W and is backed by Hughes extensive expertise in satellite technology.

“The HL1100W brings another dimension of connectivity to our product portfolio and to our customers around the world,” said Filipe De Oliveira, vice president for commercial at Eutelsat OneWeb. “At a time when low-latency, high-performance connectivity has never been more vital, this device will deliver the flexibility and speed that our customers need. We are excited to continue building on our longstanding partnership with Hughes to realize a future of seamless global connectivity, no matter where you are.”

The size, weight, performance, and ease of installation of the HL1100W makes it uniquely suited for global enterprise use. Inventory is already produced and the HL1100W is set to make a significant impact on the market, offering a reliable and affordable solution that addresses the critical challenges of modern connectivity demands.

Hughes Managed LEO service provides a reliable, high-speed option for low-latency applications and services in hard-to-reach places. As a strategic Eutelsat OneWeb distribution partner, Hughes can deploy LEO capacity as a managed broadband service, a multi-orbit mobility, or enterprise solution, or as part of a multi-transport Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) or highly specialized military network.

Visit our website for more information about the Hughes ESA and Managed LEO Service.

About Hughes
Hughes Network Systems, LLC, an EchoStar company (Nasdaq: SATS), provides broadband equipment and services; managed services featuring smart, software-defined networking; and end-to-end network operation for millions of consumers, businesses, governments, airlines, and communities worldwide. The Hughes flagship internet service, Hughesnet®, connects millions of people across the Americas, and the Hughes JUPITER™ System powers internet access for tens of millions more worldwide. Hughes supplies more than half the global satellite terminal market to leading satellite operators, mobile network operators and military customers. Hughes products and services have helped bring in-flight video and broadband to thousands of aircraft for over twenty years. A managed network services provider, Hughes supports approximately half a million enterprise sites with its portfolio of wired and wireless solutions including 5G Open RAN and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites. To learn more, visit www.hughes.com/ or follow HughesConnects on X (Twitter) and LinkedIn.

 

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