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Pontera Raises $60 Million to Help US Workers Retire Better

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ICONIQ Growth backs fintech’s efforts to expand access to comprehensive wealth management services for 401(k) participants

NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Pontera, the fintech company enabling 401(k) participants to receive comprehensive wealth management services by personal financial advisors, has secured $60 million in a funding round led by ICONIQ Growth. This investment raises Pontera’s total funding to $160 million, reinforcing its commitment to address the widespread neglect of workplace retirement accounts held by 85 million Americans—a critical element of the U.S. retirement crisis.

Pontera welcomed ICONIQ Growth as a new investor in an up round with additional participation from prior investors.

After more than quadrupling revenue since its last fundraise announced in February 2022, Pontera welcomed ICONIQ Growth as a new investor in an up round with additional participation from prior investors Blumberg Capital, Collaborative Fund, Hanaco Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners and The Founders Kitchen.

“We are proud to support the Pontera team as they empower advisors to help their clients feel more financially secure and retire with greater wealth,” said Yoonkee Sull, General Partner at ICONIQ Growth. “Pontera is addressing a growing market need with a solution that benefits the entire retirement ecosystem through a proven approach for financial advisors to compliantly and more effectively manage workplace retirement assets.” 

Thousands of financial advisors are now leveraging Pontera’s platform to overcome operational hurdles to securely and compliantly manage 401(k), 403(b) and other retirement plan assets as a critical part of their clients’ wealth.

Jeremy Abfalter, an Arizona resident, describes his challenges before his financial advisor at Ironwood Wealth Management invited him to the Pontera platform: “I would sign up for a 401(k) through my company… I just didn’t feel as comfortable trying to pick [plan] options by myself without having any knowledge or experience in doing it.”

Now receiving professional help by his advisor, facilitated via Pontera, he reports: “Having the peace of mind knowing that there are experts at Ironwood who are managing our 401(k) makes it a lot easier for me and stress free.”

Studies have consistently shown that the majority of 401(k) plan participants desire more comprehensive assistance with retirement planning, and that a professionally-managed portfolio can generate up to 4% additional annual net returns. However, as over one third of workers seek professional help, financial advisors have historically struggled to manage the entirety of clients’ retirement assets.

The operational challenges begin with the workplace retirement account’s location; as plans are selected by employers, it is often the case that a financial advisor has no affiliation with the financial institution holding their client’s 401(k). To manage these outside assets, financial advisors have for years logged into accounts using their client’s credentials—a practice that requires substantial investments in cybersecurity and compliance. Alternatively, advisors have provided rebalancing guidance to clients, assuming the risks of lacking full plan information and implementation oversight.

Pontera alleviates these challenges through its client-permissioned platform, which empowers advisors to analyze, rebalance and monitor 401(k), 403(b) and other held-away accounts across hundreds of financial institutions in a single, unified view. The platform is SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certified and integrates with leading portfolio management software to provide clients with a 360° view of their finances. Clients benefit from enhanced transparency, peace of mind and retirement outcomes. 

“It’s one of those rare moments in time where if you implement a new capability everyone wins, from the client to the advisor,” said Shirl Penney, President and CEO of Dynasty Financial Partners, a leading provider of wealth management and technology platforms to over 300 financial advisors. Penney recently announced that Dynasty is on track to oversee $100 billion in client assets by July 2024.

As the future of social security is uncertain, the U.S. government is working to expand and preserve the 401(k), as indicated by the SECURE 2.0 Act and the proposed Retirement Security Rule. The latter targets $779 billion lost by plan participants during inadequate account rollovers. Earlier this year, Pontera evidenced its solution helps advisors and their clients keep assets in 401(k) plans and minimize suboptimal rollovers.

“This funding is not just an investment in Pontera; it’s an investment in the future of every U.S. worker striving for a secure and fulfilling retirement,” said Yoav Zurel, CEO of Pontera. “We are proud to partner with investors who recognize the nation’s looming retirement crisis and Pontera’s role in helping everyday families.”

Pontera’s collaboration with Dynasty represents a significant achievement in the company’s journey since the last funding round; other notable new relationships include Benjamin Edwards, OneDigital, Savant and Wealthspire. In that time, Pontera has also launched new platform integrations with wealth management platforms Addepar, Envestnet and Morningstar.

To learn more about Pontera, visit pontera.com.

About Pontera

Pontera is a fintech company on a mission to help millions of Americans retire better by enabling financial advisors to analyze, rebalance, and report on workplace retirement account assets, including 401(k)s, 403(b)s and more. The platform is designed to work across the vast majority of retirement plans and seamlessly integrate with existing portfolio management tools to help advisors improve their clients’ financial outcomes. Founded in 2012, Pontera is headquartered in New York City. Learn more at pontera.com.

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Space Cybersecurity Market worth $8.59 billion by 2031 – Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarkets™, the Space Cybersecurity Market is expected to be valued at USD 5.52 billion in 2026 to USD 8.59 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 9.2% during the forecast period.

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Market Size Available for Years: 2021–20312026 Market Size: USD 5.52 billion2031 Projected Market Size: USD 8.59 billionCAGR (2026–2031): 9.2%

Space Cybersecurity Market Trends & Insights:

The space cybersecurity market is developing as government and defense organizations, commercial satellite operators, and space agencies require stronger protection for satellite networks, ground infrastructure, communication links, and mission-critical systems. Advances in encryption, identity and access management, threat detection, security analytics, cloud security, and secure satellite communications are enabling space systems to operate more securely against evolving cyber threats. Cybersecurity investments are also supporting wider adoption of integrated security solutions across satellite communications, Earth observation, navigation and PNT, mission planning and control, data processing, and launch operations.The Asia Pacific space cybersecurity market is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR of 12.0% between 2026 and 2031.The services segment is expected to register the highest CAGR of 10.1% between 2026 and 2031.The defense segment is estimated to account for the largest market share in 2026.Thales, General Dynamics Corporation, Viasat, Inc., Leonardo S.p.A., and Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. were identified as some of the key players in the space cybersecurity market (global), given their strong market share and product footprint.CYSEC, SpiderOak Inc., Spaceit, Xage Security, Inc., and QuSecure, Inc., among others, have distinguished themselves among startups and SMEs by securing strong footholds in specialized niche areas, underscoring their potential as emerging market leaders. 

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The market is expanding as defense organizations, commercial satellite operators, and government agencies increase investments in cybersecurity solutions to protect satellites, launch vehicles, ground stations & gateways, command and control centers, and critical space infrastructure. Demand is also being supported by the need for secure satellite communications, protection of mission-critical data, continuous threat monitoring, and operational resilience. Advances in encryption, identity and access management, intrusion detection, secure software architectures, and cybersecurity monitoring are improving protection against unauthorized access and cyberattacks. Modern space cybersecurity systems are also enabling secure software updates, automated threat detection, and stronger protection of interconnected satellite and ground networks. The European Space Agency’s Cyber Security Operations Centre, inaugurated in May 2025, demonstrates the increasing use of integrated cybersecurity monitoring to protect satellites, ground stations, and mission control systems.

The space cybersecurity industry is moving toward standardized security architectures and integrated cybersecurity solutions that can protect multiple space assets through common security systems. This approach enables satellite operators, defense organizations, and space agencies to secure satellites, ground stations, communication networks, and mission control systems while sharing encryption, authentication, threat detection, and security monitoring capabilities. The European Space Agency (ESA) uses a multiplatform cybersecurity architecture with shared security functions across space and ground infrastructure, helping improve security management, reduce integration complexity, and support consistent protection across different space missions.

By asset type, satellite segment to account for largest market share during forecast period

The satellite segment is expected to retain the largest share and register the fastest growth as commercial satellite operators, defense organizations, and government agencies increase investments in protecting satellites against cyber threats. Demand is supported by expanding LEO, MEO, and GEO satellite networks, secure communication requirements, onboard cybersecurity integration, and protection of satellite command systems. In May 2026, the European Space Agency (ESA) highlighted cybersecurity developments under its General Support Technology Programme, including secure onboard computing, encryption, and protected satellite communication systems.

By end user, defense segment to account for largest market share during forecast period

The defense segment is expected to retain the largest market share, based on end user, because military organizations depend on secure satellite communications, navigation, intelligence gathering, surveillance, and mission-critical command systems. Defense space programs require cybersecurity solutions to protect classified information, satellite control networks, communication links, and ground infrastructure against unauthorized access and cyberattacks. Increasing investments in military satellite constellations, secure communication architectures, encryption technologies, and continuous cybersecurity monitoring are supporting demand for satellite protection, threat detection, identity and access management, and mission security services.

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North America to account for largest market share during forecast period

The space cybersecurity market in North America is supported by US defense space programs, commercial satellite deployments, government cybersecurity initiatives, and investments in secure space infrastructure. The region benefits from the presence of companies such as Lockheed Martin Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, General Dynamics Corporation, Viasat, Inc., and Leidos Holdings, Inc. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) published NIST IR 8401, providing a cybersecurity framework for protecting satellite ground segment operations and command and control systems. Growing deployment of military and commercial satellites is supporting demand for network security, encryption, threat monitoring, and cybersecurity services across the region.

Thales (France), General Dynamics Corporation (US), Viasat, Inc. (US), Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy), and Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. (US) are among the major players in the space cybersecurity companies. These companies have established distribution and service networks across regions such as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and the Rest of the World.

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HawkEye 360 Successfully Launches Cluster 16 with Advanced Collection and Downlink Capabilities

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Dedicated satellite cluster introduces advanced antenna technology designed to support simultaneous RF collection and mission data downlink

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HawkEye 360, Inc. (NYSE: HAWK), the global leader in signals intelligence data and analytics, today announced the successful launch of Cluster 16, a three-satellite cluster featuring advanced antenna technology designed to expand the flexibility and capacity of the Company’s space-based RF collection architecture.

Cluster 16 launched aboard Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket as part of the dedicated mission, “We’re Not Hawking Around,” from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. Following deployment into an inclined orbit, HawkEye 360’s space operations team successfully established communications with all three satellites and began the commissioning process.

The launches of Clusters 15 and 16, deployed just three days apart from launch sites on opposite sides of the world, demonstrate HawkEye 360’s ability to manage a complex global launch cadence. With rideshare capacity increasingly constrained, the Company has secured launch opportunities through 2028 to maintain constellation continuity, preserve flexibility, and support evolving customer mission requirements.

Cluster 16 also includes advanced antenna capabilities supporting the simultaneous collection of multiple RF signal types and mission data downlink. Together, Clusters 15 and 16 are the first HawkEye 360 satellites designed with this capability, increasing collection opportunity while enabling faster delivery of mission data to customers.

Cluster 16 will provide dedicated capacity in support of a HawkEye 360 customer, demonstrating the Company’s ability to configure and operate its space-based collection architecture around defined customer requirements and specific operational priorities.

“Cluster 16 advances both the capability and flexibility of our constellation,” said John Serafini, Chief Executive Officer of HawkEye 360. “Simultaneous collection and downlink allow us to make better use of time on orbit, increasing our ability to collect signals while moving mission data to the ground more efficiently. Combined with dedicated capacity, this gives us another way to tailor our architecture around the operational needs of our customers.”

The three satellites will operate in formation to detect, characterize and geolocate RF signals from space. Once commissioning is complete, Cluster 16 will expand HawkEye 360’s capacity to support defense, intelligence and security missions with timely, shareable signals intelligence.

About HawkEye 360
HawkEye 360 is equipping defense, intelligence, and national security leaders with mission-critical signal intelligence to enable faster, better decision-making. By detecting, geolocating, and characterizing radio-frequency emissions worldwide, HawkEye 360 delivers trusted domain awareness and early-warning indicators to the U.S. Government and allied partners. Our space-based collection, proprietary signal processing, and AI-powered analytics transform knowledge of the RF spectrum into a strategic advantage. Proven by operational mission success, HawkEye 360 is redefining how signals intelligence strengthens national and global security.

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This press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this press release other than statements of historical fact, including statements regarding the availability and capabilities of the Company’s products, are forward-looking statements and represent the Company’s views as of the date of this press release. The words “will,” “expects,” “plans,” “could,” “would,” “believes,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “may,” “continue,” “estimate,” or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. The Company has based these forward-looking statements on its current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, short-term and long-term business operations and objectives and financial needs. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of assumptions and risks and uncertainties, many of which involve factors or circumstances that are beyond the Company’s control that could affect its financial results. These risks and uncertainties are detailed in the sections titled “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the Company’s quarterly report on Form 10-Q dated August 14, 2026, and other filings that the Company makes from time to time with the SEC, which are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. Moreover, the Company operates in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks emerge from time to time. It is not possible for management to predict all risks, nor can the Company assess the impact of all factors on its business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements the Company may make. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the future events and trends discussed in this press release may not occur and actual results could differ materially and adversely from those anticipated or implied in any forward-looking statements. Except as required by law, the Company is under no obligation to update these forward-looking statements subsequent to the date of this press release, or to update the reasons if actual results differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements.

 

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/R E P E A T — Media Advisory – Parliamentary Secretary Bardeesy to announce investments for research talent, interdisciplinary research and indirect cost of research/

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HAMILTON, ON, Oct. 22, 2026 /CNW/ — On behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, will announce the results of multiple federal research grants that will help attract and retain talent, strengthen research security and support discoveries.

Parliamentary Secretary Bardeesy will be joined by Normand Labrie, Interim President of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.

The announcement will be immediately followed by media availability.

Date: Friday, October 23, 2026

Time: 8:45 a.m. (eastern)

Location: Hamilton, Ontario

Members of the media are asked to register at communications@chairs-chaires.gc.ca to receive event location details and confirm their attendance.

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