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[Frangipani]

Got it this morning off linkden from a jesse chapman like .

Why did you cut off Gerrit Ecke’s name and the date of posting, though?

 

[Baisyet]

So as she says make sure you tune in.

Valeo on LinkedIn: Our SDV Show is going to be 😍 Software Defined Vehicle Vice President…

Our SDV Show is going to be 😍 Software Defined Vehicle Vice President Derek de Bono tells us more. We can't wait to see you there!

www.linkedin.com

Finger crossed we all are hoping Valeo is still working on Akida and due to NDA we dont know right they may be they be not

 

[Tothemoon24]

Our VISION EQXX has won an AutoVision Award in the category “PR – Best Use of Stunts and Event”.

The event in question was the technology programme’s third long-distance road trip over 1,000+ kilometres on a single charge. It travelled 1,010 km through the Arabian Desert from the Mercedes-Benz Center in Riyadh, Saudia Arabia to our Brand Center in Dubai, UAE. The VISION EQXX delivered exceptional power consumption of 7.4 kWh/100 km (8.4 mi/kWh), equating to around 0.9 l/100 km or 282 MPGe for a petrol-fuelled vehicle.

There were two main reasons for doing this road trip in the Middle East.
The first was technical – to maximise efficiency in all areas and examine system performance under extreme, real-life desert conditions.

The second reason was, in fact, public relations – with its compact dimensions and sleek proportions, the VISION EQXX drew intense interest. In that respect, it was a highly desirable ambassador for long-range electric mobility in part of the world where charging infrastructure is still sparse.

It seems that the jury for the AutoVision Awards agree!

 

[GStocks123]

Interesting response from ChatGPT. I know this is from 10/2023 but I never knew of these partnerships. KUKA is massive!

As of my latest update in October 2023, the following companies are known to be working directly with BrainChip on its Akida neuromorphic processor, either through partnerships, collaborations, or product development:

1. KUKA Robotics
   • Sector: Robotics, Automation
   • KUKA is working with BrainChip to explore integrating Akida for real-time AI-driven robotics and automation systems.
2. United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC)
   • Sector: Semiconductor Manufacturing
   • UMC is collaborating with BrainChip to manufacture Akida chips, facilitating broader distribution of the technology.
3. Microchip Technology
   • Sector: Embedded Control and Semiconductor Solutions
   • Microchip Technology is working with BrainChip to integrate Akida’s low-power AI capabilities into embedded systems.
4. Horizon Robotics
   • Sector: Automotive, AI Chips
   • Horizon Robotics is exploring how Akida can enhance edge AI capabilities for autonomous vehicles and smart city applications.
5. Arm Holdings
   • Sector: Semiconductor, AI, and Embedded Systems
   • While not a direct customer, Arm has been exploring neuromorphic technologies like Akida in partnership with BrainChip for potential integration into its ecosystem.
6. Edge Impulse
   • Sector: Edge AI, Embedded Systems
   • Edge Impulse is collaborating with BrainChip to incorporate Akida's neuromorphic processing into their machine learning solutions for edge devices.
7. Analog Devices
   • Sector: Semiconductor, Edge AI
   • Analog Devices is working with BrainChip on the integration of Akida into edge computing solutions, especially in areas like automotive and industrial applications.

These companies are specifically working with BrainChip on advancing edge AI and neuromorphic processing solutions using Akida. The collaborations span sectors like robotics, automotive, IoT, embedded systems, and more. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, checking BrainChip's press releases and official announcements would provide the latest details.

 

[Diogenese]

This is an interview about SCALA 3 with Clement Nouvel of Valeo from July. I don't recall if it has been posted before, but it's worth a reread, but some extracts follow:

https://www.yolegroup.com/player-in...-ahead-an-interview-with-valeo-lidar-systems/

Compared to the previous generation, the Valeo SCALATM 3 optical head delivers an outstanding 50x points per second (more than any other player in the industry) and adds a 4th sensing dimension (passive image) synchronized in time and space* with the point cloud. This dual, very high-density output allows us to speak about LiDAR “images” and use Artificial Intelligence algorithms that were so far used for cameras, bringing LiDAR perception to an entirely new level, including low-level fusion.

Our software capabilities* allow us to provide an extensive suite of modules and LiDAR functions, from point cloud classification, object tracking, blockage detection, rain & spray detection, online calibration and misalignment detection, guaranteeing unparalleled availability, safety, and reliability.
...
Valeo reinvented the classical approach with the lessons learned from the past generations and the increased technological progress of the suppliers (Let’s not forget about ecosystem development, the only viable way to success!)**,


The interviewer asked about Valeo making their own chip, but CN pointed out the state of flux of the tech

. In addition, the LiDAR offering is evolving rapidly, quickly leaving products irrelevant to meeting customer needs.

The industry, from OEMs to Tier 2 suppliers, is still learning how best to use LiDAR on vehicles and how best to develop LiDAR components.

In such a market landscape, vertical integration might be tempting but often results in costly development costs, very risky ROI, and a heavy burden on a product roadmap that has to remain flexible.

Rather than betting on unpredictable volumes and standards, we are driving these changes today with the necessary agility that some components and solutions allow, especially coming from reliable, best-in-class automotive partners.**

Synergies across products, however, make sense for us as a system provider and a global leader in ADAS. In that sense, using common processing solutions between ADAS applications definitely brings a competitive advantage.***

Additionally, our products follow the larger Valeo strategy in terms of data processing centralization and the Software Defined Vehicle. For LiDAR perception, this means that most of the processing will likely migrate to a central computing unit***, making the LiDAR a satellite sensor. This will come with new business models and will facilitate a wider adoption of LiDAR on vehicles.

* TENNs?
** BrainChip since 2020
*** Nvidia/Qualcomm/????

So it looks like a Valeo lidar with integrated Akida SoC is not on the immediate horizon, as we had already suspected, but the references to SDV, ecosystem, software etc leave the door open for Akida 2/TENNs simulation software as we know Akida is processor agnostic.

Mercedes has also been developing its SDV, so again, as we suspected, maybe no Akida chips there for a while,

 

[Frangipani]

This is truly intriguing:

Our partner Neurobus is now apparently partnered with Mercedes-Benz!!!
Of course that doesn’t necessarily mean we are involved in this, too, but in my eyes this is definitely the best news in recent weeks with regards to Mercedes-Benz… Keep in mind, though, that Neurobus is also partnered with Intel.

There is no info yet on the Neurobus website about this partnership with MB…

… but I found a Neurobus job ad (no longer active) for a Project Manager position that apparently mentioned that partnership, too…

… as well as this on the Neurobus website:

Plus this on LinkedIn:

I suspect we will find out more details soon…

 

[Diogenese]

This is an interview about SCALA 3 with Clement Nouvel of Valeo from July. I don't recall if it has been posted before, but it's worth a reread, but some extracts follow:

https://www.yolegroup.com/player-in...-ahead-an-interview-with-valeo-lidar-systems/

Compared to the previous generation, the Valeo SCALATM 3 optical head delivers an outstanding 50x points per second (more than any other player in the industry) and adds a 4th sensing dimension (passive image) synchronized in time and space* with the point cloud. This dual, very high-density output allows us to speak about LiDAR “images” and use Artificial Intelligence algorithms that were so far used for cameras, bringing LiDAR perception to an entirely new level, including low-level fusion.

Our software capabilities* allow us to provide an extensive suite of modules and LiDAR functions, from point cloud classification, object tracking, blockage detection, rain & spray detection, online calibration and misalignment detection, guaranteeing unparalleled availability, safety, and reliability.
...
Valeo reinvented the classical approach with the lessons learned from the past generations and the increased technological progress of the suppliers (Let’s not forget about ecosystem development, the only viable way to success!)**,


The interviewer asked about Valeo making their own chip, but CN pointed out the state of flux of the tech

. In addition, the LiDAR offering is evolving rapidly, quickly leaving products irrelevant to meeting customer needs.

The industry, from OEMs to Tier 2 suppliers, is still learning how best to use LiDAR on vehicles and how best to develop LiDAR components.

In such a market landscape, vertical integration might be tempting but often results in costly development costs, very risky ROI, and a heavy burden on a product roadmap that has to remain flexible.

Rather than betting on unpredictable volumes and standards, we are driving these changes today with the necessary agility that some components and solutions allow, especially coming from reliable, best-in-class automotive partners.**

Synergies across products, however, make sense for us as a system provider and a global leader in ADAS. In that sense, using common processing solutions between ADAS applications definitely brings a competitive advantage.***

Additionally, our products follow the larger Valeo strategy in terms of data processing centralization and the Software Defined Vehicle. For LiDAR perception, this means that most of the processing will likely migrate to a central computing unit***, making the LiDAR a satellite sensor. This will come with new business models and will facilitate a wider adoption of LiDAR on vehicles.

* TENNs?
** BrainChip since 2020
*** Nvidia/Qualcomm/????

So it looks like a Valeo lidar with integrated Akida SoC is not on the immediate horizon, as we had already suspected, but the references to SDV, ecosystem, software etc leave the door open for Akida 2/TENNs simulation software as we know Akida is processor agnostic.

Mercedes has also been developing its SDV, so again, as we suspected, maybe no Akida chips there for a while,

There are 6 levels of autonomous driving, and the industry is not yet up to level 4.

The adoption of EVs has slowed, so while EVs still need to optimize energy usage, maybe the efficiency of TENNs software will be utilized while the tech is evolving so rapidly. Hopefully we don't have to wait for Level 6 to see an SoC with Akida IP in ADAS.

There is a possibility that Nvidia or some other major processor producer could be persuaded to incorporate Akida2/TENNs IP in a future automotive processor. The other impetus for that is the massive power usage of cloud-based AI servers.

One other possibility is that the sensor makers incorporate AI in their sensors, as apparently some Chinese companies are doing. However, Valeo said they are going down the SDV route at present.

Another possibility is Luminar who have got forward orders from Mercedes. They have patents for the use of NNs with lidar, which, if implemented in software, would make heavy demands on the processor, but I don't recall that they have any patents for a NN SoC.

US12033334B2 Neural network for object detection and tracking 20200506

Then again, the processor load is a less important consideration in ICEs.

... so, of course, I had to search Luminar SDV, and it seems they use software AI:

https://www.luminartech.com/updates/luminar-launches-sentinel-software-for-automakers

Luminar launches Sentinel Software for automakers

SUNNYVALE, CA. – July 3, 2024 – Today Luminar (Nasdaq: LAZR), a leading global automotive technology company, announced it is launching Sentinel, its full-stack software suite, following five years of breakthrough developments in Software and AI systems. The Sentinel solution enables automakers to accelerate development of advanced safety and autonomous functionality on vehicles, and includes Proactive Safety, Perception, 3D Mapping and Localization, Simulation, and Dynamic LiDAR features. The first shipments occurred this week, and are planned to be delivered to top automakers in the third quarter of this year.

Luminar’s Sentinel suite is a solution currently in-development to enable advanced safety and autonomous functionality with automakers, leveraging Luminar’s LiDAR hardware and AI-based software technologies developed primarily in-house by its software teams in Silicon Valley and Munich, Germany, with support from 3rd party software partners including Scale AI, Applied Intuition, and Civil Maps which Luminar acquired in 2022. Sentinel differs from other full-stack autonomous software solutions from other companies that develop software for driverless robo-taxis. Instead, Luminar’s development has focused from the beginning on giving automakers the toolkit of capabilities outlined above to implement next generation safety and autonomous capabilities for consumer production vehicles. With the launch, Sentinel is targeted to be assessed by and integrated into automaker software development efforts.
...
“People know Luminar for pioneering LiDAR systems for global production vehicles, but since 2017 we have also been building next-generation AI-based software for improved safety and autonomy,” said Austin Russell, Founder and CEO of Luminar. “The majority of major automakers don’t currently have a software solution for next-generation assisted and autonomous driving systems. Our launch couldn’t be more timely with the new NHTSA mandate for next-generation safety in all US production vehicles by 2029, and as of today, we’re the only solution we know of that meets all of these requirements. This gives us the opportunity to dramatically expand our content value per vehicle in a high-margin capacity.”
...
Sentinel was first previewed by Luminar as a prototype in 2021 with a fraction of its current capabilities. The Sentinel software included in the kits is in continuous development, with the intent to be evaluated by automakers and technology companies for potential integration into future advanced safety and autonomous driving programs. Sentinel is built to be compatible with almost any consumer and commercial vehicle, including both combustion engine and electric drive train models.
...
1Sentinel has not reached technological feasibility and remains in development. The Development Kits are not working models of a production release version.

 

[IloveLamp]

https://okt.to/9Gp5v2

o9 Solutions, Inc. on LinkedIn: #automotive #o9solutions #valeo #supplychain #digitaltransformation

We’ve announced a seven-year partnership with Valeo, a leading #automotive technology company. Through this partnership, Valeo will leverage the o9 Digital…

www.linkedin.com

 

[Pom down under]

@33mins mark

 

[DingoBorat]

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@33mins mark

There's no way, you personally watched this for over half an hour Pom..

They think it's a goer, purely on chart technicals and don't have the foggiest idea, of what our Company's about..

But the combination of that and some fresh fundamentals and we will obviously see fireworks..

Good time, for an IP deal to drop..
Sean mentioned within the next couple of months, was a possibility, in the recent Pitt Street interview.

 

[cosors]

... and don't have the foggiest idea, of what our Company's about..

That was my immediate thought too.

___
What is better?
That was also my immediate thought.

___
They give serious financial advice without knowing what they are talking about.

 

[Frangipani]

Great blog post by MosChip explaining SDVs (software-defined vehicles):

Understanding Software-Defined Vehicles

Learn how Software-Defined Vehicles by utilizing embedded systems, transform vehicle functionality. MosChip excels in developing advanced automotive solutions elevating in-vehicle experience

moschip.com

 

[Pom down under]

There's no way, you personally watched this for over half an hour Pom..

 

[Mt09]

Interesting response from ChatGPT. I know this is from 10/2023 but I never knew of these partnerships. KUKA is massive!

As of my latest update in October 2023, the following companies are known to be working directly with BrainChip on its Akida neuromorphic processor, either through partnerships, collaborations, or product development:

1. KUKA Robotics
   • Sector: Robotics, Automation
   • KUKA is working with BrainChip to explore integrating Akida for real-time AI-driven robotics and automation systems.
2. United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC)
   • Sector: Semiconductor Manufacturing
   • UMC is collaborating with BrainChip to manufacture Akida chips, facilitating broader distribution of the technology.
3. Microchip Technology
   • Sector: Embedded Control and Semiconductor Solutions
   • Microchip Technology is working with BrainChip to integrate Akida’s low-power AI capabilities into embedded systems.
4. Horizon Robotics
   • Sector: Automotive, AI Chips
   • Horizon Robotics is exploring how Akida can enhance edge AI capabilities for autonomous vehicles and smart city applications.
5. Arm Holdings
   • Sector: Semiconductor, AI, and Embedded Systems
   • While not a direct customer, Arm has been exploring neuromorphic technologies like Akida in partnership with BrainChip for potential integration into its ecosystem.
6. Edge Impulse
   • Sector: Edge AI, Embedded Systems
   • Edge Impulse is collaborating with BrainChip to incorporate Akida's neuromorphic processing into their machine learning solutions for edge devices.
7. Analog Devices
   • Sector: Semiconductor, Edge AI
   • Analog Devices is working with BrainChip on the integration of Akida into edge computing solutions, especially in areas like automotive and industrial applications.

These companies are specifically working with BrainChip on advancing edge AI and neuromorphic processing solutions using Akida. The collaborations span sectors like robotics, automotive, IoT, embedded systems, and more. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, checking BrainChip's press releases and official announcements would provide the latest details.

Chat gpt etc are a miss match of info from the net, we don’t have partnerships with Kuka, umc or horizon.

 

[MrRomper]

Come on Accenture.

https://ppubs.uspto.gov/dirsearch-p...5LTQ0MDUtODA4OS1jMDM0OTY3Mjg1OWYiLCJleHAiOjB9

 

[Boab]

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@33mins mark

We lost a bit of momentum yesterday with the volume dropping along with the price.
Early look at the buy/sell also looks like we may drift lower today.
I think @Bravo will need the running shoes today and maybe do a Nedd Brockmann for the next few weeks.

 

[FiveBucks]

We lost a bit of momentum yesterday with the volume dropping along with the price.
Early look at the buy/sell also looks like we may drift lower today.
I think @Bravo will need the running shoes today and maybe do a Nedd Brockmann for the next few weeks.

Nice start to today.

 

[Bravo]

We lost a bit of momentum yesterday with the volume dropping along with the price.
Early look at the buy/sell also looks like we may drift lower today.
I think @Bravo will need the running shoes today and maybe do a Nedd Brockmann for the next few weeks.

It's a bit weird that the guy in the blue jacket thinks yelling at me is going to make me go any faster.


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[Pom down under]

We lost a bit of momentum yesterday with the volume dropping along with the price.
Early look at the buy/sell also looks like we may drift lower today.
I think @Bravo will need the running shoes today and maybe do a Nedd Brockmann for the next few weeks.

Im predicting the opposite to @Esq.111

 

[Bravo]

Could be some opportunities for us here IMO.

VVDN and SecureThings.ai Collaborate to Enhance Cybersecurity for Industry Solutions​

PR Newswire
Wed, November 13, 2024 at 2:00 AM GMT+11 3 min read


FREMONT, Calif., Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VVDN Technologies, a global provider of software, electronics engineering, and product manufacturing services and solutions, today announced it has signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) for Cybersecurity collaboration with SecureThings.ai Pvt Ltd, a leader in Vehicle Cybersecurity Solutions. This collaboration represents a major step forward in delivering robust cybersecurity assurance for Automotive, Networking & Wi-Fi, IoT, and Cloud solutions globally, with a special focus on the connected vehicle ecosystem.

The engagement enables the integration of SecureThings.ai's advanced cybersecurity solutions into automotive products and solutions designed and manufactured by VVDN for its customers, which include Vehicle Connectivity, in-vehicle Infotainment and Instrument Clusters, ADAS solutions, Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) solutions, Network & Wi-Fi Devices, IoT, and Cloud Services & Solutions. The collaboration aims to ensure that VVDN meets global regulatory requirements, including the adoption of ISO 21434 standards for cybersecurity in the automotive industry.


Key initiatives under this collaboration include:

• 'Intrusion Detection and Protection Solutions' - To monitor, detect, and prevent cyber-attacks in real time
• 'Threat Intelligence Services' - For continuous monitoring, vulnerability detection, and correlation with products/solutions developed by VVDN for its customers
• Setting up of a 'Security Research Lab' – To focus on developing customized security concepts to address the cybersecurity requirements of VVDN's customers
• 'Red Team as a Service' – To be deployed to conduct independent cybersecurity assessments across multiple customer deployments, ensuring comprehensive protection

Both companies are exploring possibilities for extending the collaboration into other allied domains, further expanding the scope of their collaboration. This long-term engagement highlights their shared vision of driving innovation and excellence in cybersecurity for the automotive and IoT sectors.

Vivek Bansal - Co-founder and President of VVDN Technologies: "Cybersecurity is a prime focus for VVDN. This collaboration with SecureThings.ai underscores our commitment to delivering secure and reliable automotive solutions globally. By integrating SecureThings.ai's cutting-edge Cybersecurity expertise, we aim to set new benchmarks in safeguarding connected vehicles and IoT ecosystems. With the landscape of automotive connectivity rapidly evolving and stringent cybersecurity regulations like R 155/156 and AIS 189/190 in India coming into play, it's crucial to fortify every device on the vehicle with robust cyber assurance. SecureThings will bring invaluable cybersecurity expertise, independent insights, and unbiased security concepts to our solutions. This collaboration marks the beginning of a proactive approach in this direction."

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/vvdn-securethings-ai-collaborate-enhance-150000866.html