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Rise of Automated Threats: Imperva Report Reveals Alarming Trends in Bot Traffic

(IN BRIEF) Thales, through its cybersecurity division Imperva, released the 2024 Imperva Bad Bot Report, highlighting a concerning trend of escalating automated bot traffic on the internet. The report reveals that bad bots, accounting for 32% of all internet traffic, … Read the full press release

Thales Collaborates with Google Cloud and Intel to Enhance Enterprise Data Security in the Cloud

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a leading technology and security provider, announces a collaboration with Google Cloud and Intel to bolster enterprise data security in the cloud through the CipherTrust Data Security Platform (CDSP). Leveraging Confidential Computing (CC) from Google Cloud and … Read the full press release

Digital Rail Germany Boosts Circuit Board Production for Green Rail Progress

(IN BRIEF) Digital Rail Germany announces a strategic initiative to enhance circuit board production at their Industrial Competence Center in Arnstadt/Thuringia, aiming to accelerate progress towards green rail infrastructure in Europe. Recognizing the critical role of circuit boards in digital … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Secures €522m Contract for ExoMars 2028 Mission

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales and Leonardo, has clinched a significant framework contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) worth €522m for the continuation of crucial activities towards the ExoMars 2028 mission. The mission, slated … Read the full press release

Thales Unveils cortAIx: Europe’s Premier AI Accelerator for Critical Applications

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a leading European high-tech company in civil and defense sectors, announces the launch of cortAIx, an AI accelerator. cortAIx aims to equip armed forces, aircraft manufacturers, and critical infrastructure operators with secure and efficient AI solutions. Thales … Read the full press release

Thales and DGAC Launch World’s First Solar-Powered Air Traffic Control Radar in Chile’s Atacama Desert

(IN BRIEF) Chile’s General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) and Thales, a global technology leader, have unveiled the world’s inaugural 100% solar-powered air traffic control radar station in Chile’s Atacama Desert. Combining Thales’ advanced STAR NG primary radar and RSM … Read the full press release

Thales Launches TopSky – ATC Upgrade and Alliance One Initiative for Enhanced Air Traffic Management

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a leader in advanced technologies, has unveiled the TopSky – ATC upgrade, aimed at tackling the challenges of modern air traffic management (ATM). Through Alliance One, Thales is fostering collaboration among product users, facilitating safer and more … Read the full press release

Thales Data Threat Report Reveals Alarming Increase in Ransomware Attacks and Compliance Failures

(IN BRIEF) Thales releases its 2024 Data Threat Report, highlighting a 27% surge in ransomware attacks and a concerning trend of enterprises failing compliance audits. The report underscores the growing severity of cybersecurity threats, with ransomware, malware, and phishing emerging … Read the full press release

French Consortium Launches RESQUE Project for Post-Quantum Cryptography Solutions

(IN BRIEF) The RESQUE consortium, consisting of six French companies and organizations including Thales, TheGreenBow, CryptoExperts, and others, has initiated the RESQUE project aimed at developing post-quantum cryptography solutions to safeguard communications and networks against potential threats posed by quantum … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Chosen by ESA to Lead European Consortium for Harmony Mission

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space has been selected by the European Space Agency (ESA) to spearhead a wide-ranging European industrial consortium for the Harmony mission, leveraging its extensive expertise in radar-based Earth observation satellites. This partnership aims to develop the … Read the full press release

Neural Labs Enhances Smart City Solutions with Thales Cloud Licensing Integration

(IN BRIEF) Thales and Neural Labs have expanded their partnership to incorporate cloud licensing, enabling Neural Labs to deploy and update licenses for their Smart Cities and Intelligent Transportation Systems solutions from any location. This collaboration, spanning over two decades, … Read the full press release

Thales Delivers Rapidly Developed Expeditionary Portable Operations Centre for French Navy Mine Countermeasures

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global leader in defense technology, announces the successful development and delivery of the Expeditionary Portable Operations Centre (e-POC) for the French Navy’s drone-based mine countermeasures capability. Developed in less than six months, the e-POC demonstrator enables … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Selected for Mars Ice Mapper Communications Development

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space has been contracted by the Italian Space Agency (ASI) to develop the communications subsystem for the International Mars Ice Mapper (I-MIM) mission. The mission aims to identify and measure water ice on Mars. Thales Alenia … Read the full press release

Cybersecurity across Europe in the last quarter: Post-Quantum Cryptography, 6G Network and Cloud Security

(IN BRIEF) In the last quarter (1 Dec 2023 – 1 Mar 2024), Europe’s cybersecurity scene was marked by significant strides, with Thales and Ericsson leading initiatives to enhance digital security. Thales’ TrustNest R-Cloud received European Restricted certification, bolstering secure … Read the full press release

Thales’ TrustNest R-Cloud Secures European Restricted Certification: Enhancing Collaboration on Sensitive Data Projects

(IN BRIEF) Thales’ TrustNest R-Cloud achieves a significant milestone with its approval for European Restricted certification by ANSSI, enabling the use of its cloud solution for major European projects involving sensitive data across EU Member States. The certification expands the … Read the full press release

Thales Secures Contract to Provide Advanced Flight Simulators for German Armed Forces Helicopter Training

(IN BRIEF) Thales has signed a significant contract with Airbus Helicopters to supply 8 Full Flight Simulators (FFS) Reality H® for training pilots of the H145M helicopters used by the German Armed Forces. These high-tech simulators offer advanced realism and … Read the full press release

Thales Collaborates with Google to Streamline eSIM Activation for Android Devices

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a leader in digital security solutions, has partnered with Google to introduce the Thales eSIM Discovery solution, which integrates the Google Discovery Service for seamless activation of eSIMs on Android devices. This collaboration aims to enhance user … Read the full press release

The latest on quantum computing in Europe, January 2023 – February 2024

(IN BRIEF) Europe has made significant progress in quantum computing with investments, partnerships, and innovations. Highlights include a €3.5 million investment in LioniX International by the University of Twente, and T-Systems offering cloud access to IBM’s quantum systems. Other developments … Read the full press release

Partnership Between Saab and Thales to Modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Saab and Thales have announced a partnership at the Singapore Airshow 2024 to modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) infrastructure. They plan to integrate Saab’s Integrated Digital Tower Suite (I-DTS) with Thales’ OpenSky platform to establish a unified … Read the full press release

Enhancing Flight Safety: Malaysia Airlines Invests in Thales Avionics Technology

(IN BRIEF) Malaysia Airlines has announced a partnership with Thales to equip 20 of its Airbus A330neo aircraft with advanced avionics solutions. This includes Thales’ Flight Management System (FMS) and ACSS’ Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (T3CAS®). The collaboration marks the … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Launches Merah Putih-2 Satellite, Aiding Digital Expansion in Indonesia

(IN BRIEF) The Merah Putih-2 telecommunications satellite, formerly known as Telkomsat HTS 113BT, was successfully launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, atop a SpaceX Falcon9 rocket. Designed to bolster connectivity infrastructure across Indonesia, the satellite aims to enhance digital businesses and … Read the full press release

Thales Unveils Cutting-Edge Solutions for Secure Mobile and IoT Connectivity at Mobile World Congress

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global leader in digital security, is showcasing its latest innovations at the Mobile World Congress. They’re highlighting their contributions to securing mobile and IoT connectivity, including revolutionizing eSIM management, simplifying IoT deployments, leading 5G security, and … Read the full press release

Tech Advancements: Thales Establishes Avionics and Cybersecurity Hub in Singapore

(IN BRIEF) Thales is expanding its presence in Singapore by establishing a Centre of Excellence for avionics and Digital Identity & Security engineering footprint. These initiatives, in collaboration with the Singapore Economic Development Board, aim to strengthen Thales’ position as … Read the full press release

Exploring Mars from Earth: Thales Alenia Space’s MARSBalloon Initiative Takes Flight

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space launches MARSBalloon 2024, a hands-on science project for primary and secondary students, aiming to spark interest in space exploration and science careers. Students design experiments to test various materials and conditions in a simulated Mars … Read the full press release

Thales to Provide Advanced Satellite Communication System for German Navy’s F126 Frigates

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global leader in military communication satellites, announces the provision of SurfSAT-L satellite communication terminals for the German Navy’s F126 frigates. These state-of-the-art systems ensure high-performance, secure long-range connectivity crucial for naval operations, particularly in challenging maritime … Read the full press release

Thales Welcomes Alexis Zajdenweber to Board of Directors as French State Representative

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a company listed on Euronext Paris, appointed Alexis Zajdenweber as its new Director, representing the French State, succeeding Emmanuel Moulin. Zajdenweber, who previously served as the Managing Director of the Government Shareholding Agency, brings extensive experience in … Read the full press release

Hellas Sat 5 to Feature Cutting-Edge Optical Communication Payload in Partnership with Thales Alenia Space

(IN BRIEF) Hellas Sat and Thales Alenia Space have entered into a partnership to develop an optical communication payload for the upcoming Hellas Sat 5 telecommunications satellite. The aim is to offer cutting-edge communication services with high data rates from … Read the full press release

Thales Partners with IIT Madras for Fourth Edition of Carbon Zero Challenge

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global technology company, has continued its support for the Carbon Zero Challenge (CZC) organized by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts in India. The CZC 4.0 … Read the full press release

Thales Collaborates with Quantinuum to Launch PQC Starter Kit for Quantum-Resilient Encryption

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global technology and security provider, has unveiled the PQC Starter Kit in partnership with Quantinuum, offering enterprises a groundbreaking solution to prepare for the era of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). This kit provides a secure environment for … Read the full press release

Thales Recognized as a Top Employer for Young Canadians in 2024

(IN BRIEF) In the 2024 Canada’s Top 100 Employers competition, Thales has been acknowledged as a top employer for young Canadians. Thales is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of talent by offering co-op and internship opportunities, an expanding program … Read the full press release

Thales and Caju Join Forces for Sustainable Payment Solutions in Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global technology and security leader, has partnered with Brazilian technology firm Caju to offer sustainable card solutions to reduce environmental impact. Thales will provide Caju with sustainable cards made from recycled PVC material, aiming to minimize … Read the full press release

European Commission Approves Quantum Key Distribution Infrastructure for Enhanced Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission has awarded a consortium led by Deutsche Telekom, named “Nostradamus,” the task of constructing testing infrastructure for quantum key distribution (QKD). This initiative will facilitate the evaluation of QKD devices from European manufacturers, a crucial … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Leads Consortium to Advance Quantum Security in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission has initiated a 10-year strategic partnership led by Deutsche Telekom, called “Nostradamus,” to build a quantum key distribution (QKD) testing infrastructure. This infrastructure will evaluate QKD devices from European manufacturers and support the development of … Read the full press release

Lithuania Acquires Thales Ground Master 200 Radars for Enhanced Defense Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Lithuania’s Defence Material Agency (DMA) has entered into an agreement with the Dutch procurement Agency COMMIT to procure Thales Ground Master 200 Multi-Mission Compact radars (GM200 MM/C). These advanced radars are designed to provide simultaneous detection, tracking, and … Read the full press release

Thales Awarded Contract to Modernize Critical MRT Depots in Singapore

(IN BRIEF) Thales has secured a contract with Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) to modernize two key depots serving the North-South and East-West Lines (NSEWL) of the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) network. These are vital routes for over 1.4 million … Read the full press release

Quantum-Resistant Cryptography Comes to 5G Networks: SK Telecom and Thales Lead the Way

(IN BRIEF) SK Telecom (SKT) and Thales are partnering to implement Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) on 5G networks, enhancing user identity and privacy protection. This innovative solution, based on 5G standalone networks and 5G SIM technology, encrypts and decrypts subscriber … Read the full press release

Sustainable Banking: Trust Bank Singapore and Thales Offer Ocean Plastic® Card Solution

(IN BRIEF) Trust Bank Singapore Limited, a digitally-native bank, has partnered with Thales to introduce Ocean Plastic® credit and debit cards made from recycled ocean plastic. These sustainable cards are manufactured at Thales’ state-of-the-art facility in Singapore and contain 70% … Read the full press release

Thales and Trablisa Successfully Implement Cutting-Edge Surveillance System for Enhanced Border Control in Melilla

(IN BRIEF) Thales and Trablisa, two leading European companies, have successfully implemented an Integrated Surveillance System at the Melilla Command of the Civil Guard for advanced border control. The project, completed in under seven months, involved the installation of fixed … Read the full press release

Singapore’s Trust Bank Partners with Thales to Launch Eco-Friendly Ocean Plastic® Payment Card

(IN BRIEF) Trust, Singapore’s first digitally-native bank, has achieved rapid growth since its launch in September 2022, with over 600,000 customers within one year, making it one of the world’s fastest-growing digital banks. In its commitment to environmental sustainability, Trust … Read the full press release

Thales Awarded Contract to Supply Advanced GM400α Radar System to Royal Malaysian Air Force

(IN BRIEF) Thales has been awarded a contract to supply the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) with the GM400α long-range radar system, including complete station infrastructure. The award ceremony, attended by the Ministers of Defence of Malaysia and France, followed … Read the full press release