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  • KULR, EDOM Tech Announce AI Supply Chain Collaboration

    KULR, EDOM Tech Announce AI Supply Chain Collaboration

    HOUSTON, TX, Feb 4, 2025 – KULR Technology Group, Inc. announced its partnership with EDOM Technology , a long-standing NVIDIA Channel Partner and a integration and distribution company. This collaboration positions KULR to deliver KULR Xero Vibe (KXV) and KULR ONE product lines to Taiwan, a global epicenter of AI supply chain development, by leveraging its suite of energy management products and solutions to address the need for large-scale systems cooling within the AI ecosystem.

    Image: KULR Technology Group, Inc.

    The partnership will enable KULR to service both server and edge computing devices within the AI supply chain while deploying its suite of energy management products and solutions to meet the needs of the entire AI ecosystem. By aligning with EDOM, KULR is positioning itself to address the global surge in demand for AI infrastructure, fueled by initiatives like The Stargate Project making a recent $500 billion push to accelerate AI infrastructure expansion in the United States.

    “Our partnership with EDOM underscores our commitment to scaling our AI solutions to meet the growing demands of the industry,” said Michael Mo, CEO of KULR Technology Group. “EDOM’s deep-rooted relationship with NVIDIA and extensive expertise in the AI supply chain make them an ideal partner to integrate and distribute our technologies, such as the KXV and KULR ONE, across the region.”

    Taiwan plays a pivotal role in the global AI supply chain, driving advancements that shape the future of AI infrastructure. Highlighting this prominence, Bloomberg featured Taiwan’s importance in the AI ecosystem. With EDOM as a key partner, KULR plans to grow its AI business across Taiwan and the broader Asian market by tapping into EDOM’s market knowledge.

    In recent months, the company has made progress advancing its infrastructure buildout to support the AI ecosystem, including:

    KXV Licensing Partnership for Data Center Cooling: KULR secured a licensing agreement with a Japanese company specializing in systems integration and semiconductor solutions. Their KXV technology will help optimize large-scale fan systems for data center cooling, HVAC, and other industrial applications.

    KXV with NVIDIA Jetson: KULR introduced KXV, integrated with NVIDIA Jetson, to improve vibration control for edge AI systems. This integration combines strong vibration management with AI capabilities, ensuring high performance and reliable operation in edge AI environments.

    Carbon Fiber Cathode Licensing Agreement in Nuclear Reactor Systems: KULR has signed a licensing agreement with a technology partner in Japan for advanced carbon fiber cathode use in nuclear reactor systems. The license focuses on supporting laser-based nuclear fusion systems and small modular reactors (SMRs), offering a cost-effective and reliable method for producing fusion energy with high-powered lasers.  According to Goldman Sachs Research, nuclear power will be a key part of a suite of new energy infrastructure built to meet data-center power demand driven by AI.

    Mo concluded, “With our shared focus on innovation and a commitment to driving progress, this collaboration with EDOM empowers us to deliver cutting-edge technologies, from thermal management solutions to AI-optimized products like the Jetson AI platform, to the rapidly expanding AI supply chain.”

    KULR and EDOM are focused working together to advance AI and energy management, creating a supply chain ecosystem that supports future AI technologies.

    About KULR Technology Group Inc.

    KULR Technology Group Inc., founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Diego, CA, specializes in developing and commercializing high-performance thermal management technologies for electronics, batteries, and other components. The company’s products, lithium-ion battery thermal runaway shields, automated battery cell screening systems, and fiber thermal interface materials, serve industries including space, aerospace, defense, electric vehicles, energy storage, battery recycling transportation, cloud computing, and 5G communication devices. As of 2023, KULR employs approximately 60 individuals. In 2023, the company reported revenues of $10 million.

    About EDOM Technology

    EDOM Technology Co., Ltd., established in 1996 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, is a distributor of integrated circuits (ICs) and electronic components. The company offers a diverse range of products, including analog ICs, batteries, connectors, embedded modules, memory, microcomponents, sensors, and optoelectronics. The products serve various industries such as automotive, computing, consumer electronics, Internet of Things (IoT), medical, mobile, networking and data centers. With over 800 employees worldwide, EDOM operates 32 offices across Greater China, Southeast Asia, Japan, Korea, and India. In 2023, the company reported revenues of approximately US$3.43 billion.

    Source: KULR Technology Group, Inc.

  • Transporeon Launches TIAP for Carrier TMS Integration

    Transporeon Launches TIAP for Carrier TMS Integration

    ULM, Germany, Feb 3, 2025 – Transporeon has announced the launch of the Transporeon Integrated App Program (TIAP). TIAP is an application integration framework that ensures interoperability between Transporeon’s transportation management platform and transport management systems (TMS) used by carriers, enabling joint customers to benefit from enhanced efficiency and operational improvements.

    By integrating directly with carriers’ TMS, TIAP simplifies and streamlines data integration and workflow collaboration for Transporeon’s carrier and logistics service provider customers.

    TIAP Benefits

    With TIAP, the carrier TMS integrates with Transporeon’s transportation management platform, eliminating the need for multiple projects and IT involvement. With automated synchronization and live updates, carriers can operate effectively by reducing costs and complexity associated with manual, duplicative work.

    Among the key benefits TIAP provides to carriers:

    • Importing transport details from Transporeon into the in-house TMS and accepting or declining those transports back to the Transporeon platform.
    • Automating tracking by export status, position updates, ETA and license plate numbers to Transporeon.
    • Booking and managing all time slots directly from the in-house TMS system into Transporeon.

    “Individual integrations for carriers can often be costly, time-consuming and often require IT resources that are unavailable,” said Philipp Pfister, sector vice president of Transporeon. “With TIAP, the integration happens at the carrier-TMS provider level instead. Once that is completed and a carrier wants to integrate, most of the work is already done, making the final steps simple and requiring minimal effort.”

    Qargo was one of the first TMS to become a TIAP member. Sander De Wilde, co-founder and head of engineering at Qargo, said: “By becoming a TIAP member, we can provide a better, more consistent experience for our customers. This integration enables a smoother onboarding process and gives our customers peace of mind, knowing that we can seamlessly collaborate with Transporeon to enhance their overall experience.”

    Luke Evans, Birmingham manager at Tyldesley Distribution Services Ltd., commented: “Due to Qargo’s integration with Transporeon, we were able to elevate our supply chain operations to the next level. By significantly reducing manual work and optimizing our resources, we can now deliver exceptional service to our customers while enhancing transparency across their supply chain. We’re excited to continue working towards a more efficient and connected logistics ecosystem.”

    Bart Tilmans, CEO at Jacobs Transport, said: “We can see significant improvements in our operations since TIAP was introduced. Thanks to the seamless integration between Qargo and Transporeon, we’ve been able to cut down on manual workload, maximize the efficiency of our fleet, and deliver more proactive, transparent service to our customers. TIAP has enabled us to adapt quickly to changing supply chain needs while staying true to our values of reliability and quality. This is a big step forward.”

    About Transporeon

    Transporeon, operating since 2000, is a digital logistics platform that has formed to transform freight transportation. It is powered by innovative cloud-based solutions and is connected to a global network of more than 1,400 shippers and retailers as well as over 150,000 carriers and logistics service providers. More than 110,000 transports are executed daily on its platform, and over 100,000 dock appointments are booked for loading and unloading, while approximately €55bn in freight is processed annually. Collaboration among supply chain actors is facilitated and manual processes are automated by its modular Application Hubs and data hubs. Valuable real-time insights are provided into logistics operations, market developments, and carbon emissions. The platform is utilized worldwide across all transportation modes, and efficiency is enhanced through transparent, agile processes. Transporean is headquartered in Ulm, Germany, and supported by 20 global offices with over 1,400 employees.

    Source: Transporeon

  • Altium Acquires Part Analytics for Its AI-based Supply Chain Insight

    Altium Acquires Part Analytics for Its AI-based Supply Chain Insight

    SAN DIEGO, CA, Jan 27, 2025 – Altium announced that it has completed the acquisition of Milwaukee-based Part Analytics. Part Analytics provides the electronics industry’s leading AI-powered supply chain management platform, that enables manufacturers to make informed decisions for large-scale component planning and procurement, particularly at the enterprise level.

    The acquisition will bring parts and component management application to Altium’s cloud-based platform, Altium 365. This addition will serve new customer groups in the supply chain and procurement, including electronics supply chain and category managers, encouraging collaboration across industry domains. It also aligns with Altium’s enterprise solutions by providing supply chain features for enterprise businesses. The system includes parts catalog covering entire programs, an element in achieving full Electronics Lifecycle Management.

    “Altium’s acquisition of Part Analytics represents a further step forward toward our vision of a fully connected electronics value chain and Electronics Lifecycle Management system for enterprise organizations,” said Aram Mirkazemi, president of Altium. “Part Analytics will play an important role in our transformative pursuit of the electronics industry,” he added.

     Part Analytics’ Part IQ offers supply chain details of critical components so design and sourcing teams can determine reliable suppliers and monitor inventory levels across multiple suppliers and distributors in real time.

    Jithendra Palasagaram, founder & chief executive officer at Part Analytics, said, “By joining Altium, Part Analytics’ electronics supply management platform will become part of a vast, connected electronics creation ecosystem in which customers can more efficiently execute design, sourcing, component acquisition, and lifecycle management through a single platform. Customers can continue to expect the same great product experience and customer support from Part Analytics going forward as part of Altium.”

    Part Analytics procurement application was built specifically for electronics to make supply chains more cost efficient, resilient, and agile, enabling more effective supply chain management. Integrating Part Analytics’ capabilities into Altium’s electronics creation ecosystem enhances the enterprise-level solution by adding advanced fulfillment functionality to existing sourcing capabilities.

    About Altium

    Altium Limited, founded in 1985, is a leading global provider of electronic design automation (EDA) software, specializing in printed circuit board (PCB) design and development solutions. Altium serves industries such as automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and industrial automation. Headquartered in San Diego, California, the company has grown with a strong presence in key global markets. As of 2023, Altium reported an annual revenue of $263.3 million and employs approximately 790-1,200 people worldwide. In 2024, Altium was acquired by Renesas Electronics, further strengthening its market position. Altium brings decades of experience, consistently creating design tools that support teamwork and connectivity in electronics design.

    Source: Altium