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Federated Wireless Powers First Fully Private 5G Network Authorized to Operate Within the Department of War
Marine Corps Deployment Establishes Repeatable Blueprint for Secure, Mission-Critical Industrial Operations
Arlington, VA — March 31, 2026 – Federated Wireless, prime contractor and network architect for the Marine Corps’ 5G Private Infrastructure Network (5G PIN) program, today provided details on the Marine Corps’ recent grant of an Authority to Operate (ATO) for a 5G PIN at Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Albany, Ga.
Read full press release: https://federatedwireless.ai/2026/03/31/federated-wireless-powers-first-fully-private-5g-network-authorized-to-operate-within-the-department-of-war/
GiantLeap Capital Announces Investment in Ayar Labs
Backing the leader in co-packaged optics powering the next generation of AI infrastructure
NEW YORK, March 24, 2026 — GiantLeap Capital, a technology-focused private investment firm dedicated to partnering with companies developing transformative technologies, today announced a new investment in Ayar Labs as part of the company’s $500 million Series E funding round led by Neuberger Berman. The round, which values Ayar Labs at $3.75 billion, brings the company’s total funding to $870 million. Proceeds will be used to scale high-volume production and test capacity, expand global go-to-market operations, and accelerate the commercial deployment of Ayar Labs’ co-packaged optics [CPO] solution.
Ayar Labs develops CPO hardware that transmits data in the form of light, providing higher bandwidth than copper-based interconnects while using significantly less power. At the heart of its solution is the TeraPHY optical engine, designed to integrate seamlessly into existing accelerator and switch vendor manufacturing flows. Ayar Labs is currently the only CPO platform currently designed into TSMC’s1 manufacturing ecosystem. The Series E brings Ayar Labs’ total funding to $870 million and raises the company’s valuation to $3.75 billion.
Ayar Labs develops co-packaged optics (CPO) hardware that transmits data using light rather than electrical signals over copper, delivering dramatically higher bandwidth at a fraction of the power consumed by conventional interconnects. Their TeraPHY optical I/O chiplet is the world’s first fully integrated optical input/output solution, and it is engineered to slot directly into existing accelerator and switch vendor manufacturing flows with minimal redesign. As AI model complexity and cluster sizes continue to expand, the bandwidth and energy demands placed on data center interconnects have become a critical bottleneck, positioning Ayar Labs’ technology as essential infrastructure for the next wave of AI compute.
The investment reflects GiantLeap Capital’s high-conviction focus on companies that are mission-critical to the industries they serve. Ayar Labs counts NVIDIA, AMD, Intel Capital, and MediaTek among its strategic backers, underscoring the broad ecosystem alignment behind its approach. Ayar Labs is currently the only CPO platform currently designed into TSMC’s1 manufacturing ecosystem. The company is currently engaged with leading hyperscalers and semiconductor manufacturers as it transitions from development into high-volume commercial production.
“The rapid buildout of AI infrastructure is creating one of the largest investment opportunities of our generation, and data movement has emerged as a critical bottleneck. Ayar Labs is addressing this challenge with a production-ready optical interconnect solution and strong ecosystem alignment. We believe the company’s execution and growing industry support position it to play a central role in the next phase of AI infrastructure,” said Samir Parikh, Founder and Managing Partner of GiantLeap Capital. “We are proud to partner with CEO and Founder Mark Wade and his team at this pivotal moment.”
About Ayar Labs
Ayar Labs is the leader in co-packaged optics solutions for AI scale-up. Its CPO technology replaces bandwidth-limited copper interconnects with optical connectivity, delivering the performance and efficiency gains required for next-generation AI infrastructure. Backed by leading institutional and strategic investors including Neuberger Berman, NVIDIA, AMD, and MediaTek, Ayar Labs is headquartered in San Jose, California. For more information, visit www.ayarlabs.com
About GiantLeap Capital
GiantLeap Capital is a growth equity firm investing in mission critical and tactical opportunities across public and private markets. The firm takes a high-conviction, long-term approach to investing across sectors where technology and innovation have the potential to reshape industries and outcomes at scale. For more information, visit https://www.giantleapcapital.com
Federated Wireless to Enable Geofenced Variable Power (GVP) Devices in the 6 GHz Band Following FCC Approval
New capability will allow device makers and network operators to safely deploy higher-power systems across defined geographic zones while protecting incumbent services
ARLINGTON, VA — March 19, 2026 — Federated Wireless today announced that it will enable operation of Geofenced Variable Power (GVP) devices in the 6 GHz band by extending its Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) platform following the Federal Communications Commission’s recent approval of this new class of unlicensed equipment. The enhancement will allow device manufacturers and network operators to deploy mobile and portable 6 GHz systems at higher power levels—both indoors and outdoors—within defined geographic areas while maintaining protection for incumbent licensed services, expanding the performance and use cases of next-generation wireless connectivity.
Read full press release: https://federatedwireless.ai/2026/03/19/federated-wireless-to-enable-geofenced-variable-power-gvp-devices-in-the-6-ghz-band-following-fcc-approval/
GiantLeap Capital Announces Investment in Verkada
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GiantLeap Capital Announces Investment in Verkada
Verkada’s integrated platform brings AI into the physical world, turning data into actionable intelligence that makes security and operations faster, smarter, and more efficient.
NEW YORK, March 10, 2026 — GiantLeap Capital, a technology-focused private investment firm focused on partnering with companies developing transformative technologies, announced a new investment in Verkada, a leader in AI-powered physical security technology.
Verkada's cloud-native platform integrates video security, access control, environmental sensors, alarms, workplace, and intercoms with AI-powered vision, language, and audio analytics to help organizations deter threats, operate more efficiently, and build safer communities. More than 31,000 organizations across 171 countries rely on Verkada to translate the physical world into actionable data, enabling smarter, real-time decision-making.
"GiantLeap was built on the conviction that the most important companies of our time are being built by proven founders solving problems where failure is not an option," said Samir Parikh, Founder and Managing Partner of GiantLeap Capital. "Verkada has become genuinely mission-critical to the organizations it serves — embedding itself into the daily fabric of how institutions bring AI into the physical world to protect people and infrastructure and enhance operational efficiency. That is exactly the profile of a company we seek to back, and we are proud to partner with Filip and the team."
Verkada recently surpassed $1 billion in annualized bookings, while revenue grew 30% year over year, underscoring the scale and durability of its market position.
About GiantLeap Capital GiantLeap Capital is growth equity firm investing in tactical opportunities across public and private markets, partnering with exceptional founders building transformative technology companies. The firm takes a high-conviction, long-term approach to investing across sectors where technology and innovation have the potential to reshape industries and outcomes at scale. For more information, visit https://www.giantleapcapital.com.
Verkada Appoints Mark Coates as VP of EMEA
Seasoned enterprise technology leader to drive regional momentum and expansion across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa
SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Verkada, a leader in AI-powered physical security technology, today announced the appointment of Mark Coates as Vice President of EMEA. In this role, Coates will oversee Verkada's strategy, operations, and go-to-market execution across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, where the company already serves a rapidly expanding base of customers and partners.
Read full press release: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/verkada-appoints-mark-coates-as-vp-of-emea-302678540.html
Vantage Data Centers Appoints Fitri Abdullah as Country Managing Director to Accelerate Growth in Malaysia
DENVER, USA and SINGAPORE (Feb. 2, 2026) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced the appointment of Fitri Abdullah as country managing director, Malaysia. In this newly created role, Abdullah will oversee Vantage’s business in Malaysia, leading strategies that strengthen stakeholder engagement and market leadership. Abdullah will be part of Vantage APAC’s leadership team and report directly to Jeremy Deutsch, the region’s president.
Read full press release: https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-appoints-fitri-abdullah-as-country-managing-director-to-accelerate-growth-in-malaysia/
Verkada Expands into the Middle East with New Dubai Office to Support Growing Demand for Cloud-Based Security
Fred Crehan Appointed Head of Middle East to Lead Regional Growth & Build Partner Ecosystem
SAN MATEO, Calif., Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Verkada, a leader in AI-powered physical security technology, today announced its expansion into the Middle East with the establishment of a Dubai-based office and the appointment of Fred Crehan as Head of Middle East. This expansion reflects Verkada's continued global growth, driven by the region's rapid urban development, large-scale infrastructure projects, and rising demand for modern, cloud-based security solutions.
Read full press release: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/verkada-expands-into-the-middle-east-with-new-dubai-office-to-support-growing-demand-for-cloud-based-security-302666184.html
Vantage Data Centers Joins Open Compute Project Foundation Advisory Board
DENVER (Jan. 20, 2026) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced its appointment to the Open Compute Project (OCP) Foundation Advisory Board, an international non-profit organization bringing hyperscale innovations to all. Selected by the OCP Foundation Board of Directors and Foundation CEO George Tchaparian, Vantage will join hyperscale enterprise infrastructure leaders to support common standards for AI infrastructure and efficiency through cross-ecosystem collaboration. Vantage will represent the perspective of the global data center operator, bringing real-world facility experience into OCP’s comprehensive work.
Read full press release: https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-joins-open-compute-project-foundation-advisory-board/
Vantage Data Centers Completes £200M Tap of Existing £600M Industry-First EMEA Data Center Asset-Backed Securitization (ABS) and Adds New £54M Class B Tranche
DENVER, USA and LUXEMBOURG (Jan. 15, 2026) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced it has raised an additional £254 million in securitized term notes. £200 million was raised through a tap of the existing Class A-2 Notes while £54 million was raised from the new Class B Tranche. This builds on Vantage’s debut public issuance in 2024 raising £600 million, which was the first-ever EMEA data center ABS completed in sterling. The Class A-2 Notes are rated A-, A (low) and A by Standard & Poor’s, Morningstar DBRS and Scope Ratings, respectively. The Class B Notes are rated BBB- by Standard & Poor’s and BBB by Morningstar DBRS and Scope Ratings.
Read full press release: https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-completes-200m-tap-of-existing-600m-industry-first-emea-data-center-asset-backed-securitization-abs-and-adds-new-54m-class-b-tranche/
Firefly Aerospace Announces Alpha Block II Configuration Upgrade for Flight 8
Cedar Park, Texas, January 13, 2026 – Firefly Aerospace (Nasdaq: FLY), a market leading space and defense technology company, announced a Block II configuration upgrade for its Alpha rocket with a focus on enhancing reliability, streamlining producibility, and improving launch operations to further support commercial, civil, and national security mission demand.
Read full press release: https://fireflyspace.com/news/firefly-aerospace-announces-alpha-block-ii-configuration-upgrade-for-flight-8/
Vantage Data Centers and Liberty Energy Announce Strategic Partnership to Develop and Operate One Gigawatt of Power Solutions for Next Generation Data Centers
DENVER (Jan. 5, 2026) – Vantage Data Centers (“Vantage”), a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, and Liberty Energy Inc. (NYSE: LBRT) (“Liberty”), a leading provider of innovative energy services and technologies, today announced a strategic partnership to develop and deliver utility scale, high efficiency power solutions for Vantage’s expanding portfolio in North America. Upon commissioning, these power solutions will be owned and operated by Liberty Power Innovations (“LPI”), a Liberty Energy company, providing long-term power services to support cloud and AI infrastructure for the world’s largest tech companies.
Read full press release https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-and-liberty-energy-announce-strategic-partnership-to-develop-and-operate-one-gigawatt-of-power-solutions-for-next-generation-data-centers/
Vantage Data Centers Expands Community Partnerships in Wisconsin with New Workforce, Housing and Food Security Investments
DENVER (Dec. 16, 2025) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced a series of new community investments across Ozaukee and Milwaukee counties. These initiatives reinforce the company’s commitment to supporting local residents and strengthening regional economic opportunity as Vantage moves forward with its Lighthouse campus in Port Washington.
Read full press release: https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-expands-community-partnerships-in-wisconsin-with-new-workforce-housing-and-food-security-investments/
Ramon Sanchez Joins Firefly Aerospace as Chief Operating Officer
Sanchez will oversee a broader scope as Firefly’s COO including the company’s day-to-day operations to support company growth
Cedar Park, Texas, December 11, 2025 – Firefly Aerospace (Nasdaq: FLY), a market leading space and defense technology company, announced it has named Ramon Sanchez as its Chief Operating Officer to drive Firefly’s production scaling and operational execution beginning December 22. In this position, Sanchez will be responsible for the company’s day-to-day operations and ensuring Firefly continues to enhance safety, quality, and reliability in production of launch vehicles, lunar landers, and spacecraft product lines to meet customers’ growing demands. Sanchez’s appointment reinforces Firefly’s commitment to operational excellence.
Read full press release: https://fireflyspace.com/news/ramon-sanchez-joins-firefly-aerospace-as-chief-operating-officer/
Firefly Aerospace Adds Volta’s Wireless Power Receiver to Blue Ghost Mission on Far Side of the Moon
Hosted onboard Firefly’s Blue Ghost lander, Volta’s LightPort will demonstrate technologies to survive the lunar night and support a lunar orbit power grid
Cedar Park, Texas, December 10, 2025 – Firefly Aerospace (Nasdaq: FLY), a market leading space and defense technology company, today announced a new commercial payload agreement with Volta Space Technologies to host a wireless power receiver on Firefly’s Blue Ghost Mission 2 lander on the far side of the Moon. The payload will serve as a technology demonstration for Volta’s planned lunar power network, called LightGrid.
Read full press release: https://fireflyspace.com/news/firefly-aerospace-adds-voltas-wireless-power-receiver-to-blue-ghost-mission-on-far-side-of-the-moon/
Vantage Data Centers Appoints Robin Balen as Chief Product Officer to Lead Newly Created Product Organization
Industry innovator with deep data center and hyperscale engineering expertise to shape global product strategy
DENVER (Dec. 4, 2025) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced the appointment of Robin Balen as chief product officer (CPO) to lead the company’s recently created product organization. A seasoned technology and business leader with more than 25 years of experience, Balen will spearhead Vantage’s global product vision and roadmap, partnering across regions and functions to accelerate and scale innovation and deliver world-class solutions for hyperscalers and AI-focused customers. He will be based in London and report to Executive Vice President Jeff Tench.
Read full press release: https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-appoints-robin-balen-as-chief-product-officer-to-lead-newly-created-product-organization/
Fortanix Teams with HPE and NVIDIA to Embed Confidential Computing in AI Factories
Joint Solution Brings Fortanix’s Armet AI to HPE Private Cloud AI, Co-developed with NVIDIA, to Enable Secure and Scalable Agentic AI From On-prem to Sovereign AI Factories
SANTA CLARA, Calif., December 3, 2025
Fortanix® Inc., a global leader in data security for an AI world, today announced its hyper-secure platform – Armet AI - can be deployed on HPE’s AI solutions, combining secure infrastructure and accelerated computing for scalable, production-ready AI. Global enterprises can leverage HPE ProLiant Compute DL380a Gen12 servers and NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs to build and run secure, scalable AI workloads on-premises, in the cloud and in AI factories with confidential computing-enabled security and trust over data, models, and prompts.
Read full press release: https://www.fortanix.com/company/pr/2025/12/fortanix-teams-with-hpe-and-nvidia-to-embed-confidential-computing-in-ai-factories
Vantage Data Centers Launches Fully Leased 16MW Facility in Kuala Lumpur
Delivers fourth facility on KUL1 campus to meet rising customer demand
DENVER, USA and SINGAPORE (Dec. 3, 2025) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced that its fourth facility (KUL14) on the company’s first Cyberjaya campus in Malaysia is now operational, completing the development of the KUL1 campus. The 16MW KUL14 data center is fully leased to a single customer, underscoring strong demand and customer confidence in Vantage’s capabilities and commitment to service excellence.
Read full press release: https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-launches-fully-leased-16mw-facility-in-kuala-lumpur/
Fortanix Joins HPE’s Unleash AI Partner Program to Accelerate AI Outcomes with Hyper-Secure, Turnkey Agentic AI Platform Built On NVIDIA Confidential Computing
Enterprises benefit from end-to-end trust, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Security, and Data Sovereignty Compliance
BARCELONA, November 30, 2025
Fortanix, a global leader in data security for an AI world, today announced it has joined the HPE Unleash AI partner program. Now, customers using HPE’s portfolio of integrated AI solutions can also leverage NVIDIA Confidential Computing and Fortanix Armet AI, a turnkey platform for running secure and sovereign agentic AI in AI factories and highly regulated environments.
Read full press release: https://www.fortanix.com/company/pr/2025/12/fortanix-joins-hpe-unleash-ai-partner-program-to-accelerate-ai-outcomes
Vantage Data Centers Completes $1.6B Investment in APAC Platform from GIC and ADIA; Closes Acquisition of Yondr’s 300MW+ Hyperscale Campus in Johor, Malaysia
Milestones position Vantage as a leading digital infrastructure provider in APAC with 1GW of operational and planned capacity across the region
DENVER, USA and SINGAPORE (Nov. 23, 2025) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced that it has completed a $1.6 billion equity investment into its Asia-Pacific platform led by an affiliate of GIC, a global institutional investor, and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (“ADIA”). Part of this capital was allocated to close the acquisition of Yondr Group’s 300MW+ hyperscale data center campus located in Sedenak Tech Park, Johor, Malaysia.
Read full press release: https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-completes-1-6b-investment-in-apac-platform-from-gic-and-adia-closes-acquisition-of-yondrs-300mw-hyperscale-campus-in-johor-malaysia/