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New TEDCO Study Outlines Steps for Developing Maryland’s Cybersecurity Workforce

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Findings include a misalignment of cybersecurity workforce supply and demand

COLUMBIA, Md., May 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, unveiled the recently completed “Cybersecurity Workforce Analysis and Study” (“Study”). The Study was commissioned by TEDCO to better understand the current status of Maryland’s cybersecurity workforce pipeline. This knowledge will be used to guide the Cyber Maryland Program (“Program”) and its 18-member board of directors as they develop a statewide cybersecurity workforce development strategic plan.

Study found that only 33% of the cybersecurity workforce demand is being met by the current workforce

“The Study confirms what businesses and government agencies in Maryland already know: demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals—who protect our communities from criminals threatening our way of life—is incredibly nuanced. Thankfully, there is support and momentum amongst key stakeholders to bridge our talent gap,” said Roger Austin, chair of the Cyber Maryland board of directors. “My fellow board members and I are committed to address this critical need by developing innovative solutions to overcome our cyber skills talent gaps and provide good, paying jobs for our state’s residents.”

The Study, performed by Lightcast, found that the epicenter for cybersecurity talent can be found in the National Capital Region, a region that consists of Maryland, the District of Columbia and Virginia. This region hosts the largest and most concentrated cybersecurity workforce nationwide; a large portion of this is contributed to the region being home to several federal government agencies. This prime location has also given rise to a large ecosystem of defense contractors, cybersecurity firms and technology companies, the Study notes.

However, despite this being an epicenter for talent, there are some issues. In particular, the Study notes that the development of talent is lagging behind the intense demand for cybersecurity workers. This lag places Maryland and the District of Columbia region seventh nationwide in the number of cyber-aligned graduates at the sub-bachelor’s degree level and tenth in bachelor’s degree completions. While this may not seem to be detrimental, it is resulting in a region-wide talent gap.

While talent gaps for cyber-aligned fields are felt in most states, the National Capital Region is feeling them the most. With the largest cybersecurity talent gap in the nation and more than 6,500 openings between December 2023 – January 2024 in Maryland and the District of Columbia alone, the Study found that only 33% of the cybersecurity workforce demand is being met by the current workforce. These positions are not only unfilled, but they’re unable to be filled with the current supply of talent in the region.

“As cybersecurity continues to grow as an essential part of every industry, the need for a strong and resilient workforce pipeline has become increasingly important,” said Alex Choi, executive director, government program development, affairs & research, TEDCO. “Together, with the Cyber Maryland board and ecosystem stakeholders, we look forward to ensuring that we are not only meeting the Cybersecurity workforce needs of today, but also building a nimble workforce pipeline infrastructure that can adapt to the needs of the future.”

In the coming months, the Program will convene a series of work sessions to strategize and build on the recommendations provided in the Study. The workgroups will delve deeper in topics including, expanding apprenticeships, internships and other work-learning opportunities, recommendations on skills-based hiring practices, evolving cybersecurity education and training and creating a wholistic, statewide approach to Maryland’s cyber workforce industry data. These recommendations, along with the findings of the Study, will be compiled into a strategic plan which will be operationalized to establish a nimble and sustainable workforce pipeline infrastructure.

The Program, established through legislation in 2023, seeks to address challenges in the state’s cybersecurity workforce development ecosystem by impacting current and future demand through the development of a workforce pipeline infrastructure. The Program serves as a ‘hub’ for cybersecurity related workforce development in the state, facilitating greater communication and fostering deeper relationships between employers, training/educational providers and the workforce. Through stakeholder engagement, industry data analysis, grantmaking and other initiatives, the Program helps identify and address current and emerging training and workforce needs in the ecosystem.

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About TEDCO
TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, enhances economic empowerment growth through the fostering of an inclusive entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem. TEDCO identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology and life science-based companies in Maryland. Learn more at www.tedcomd.com.

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3D Concrete Printing Market to Reach USD 1.87 Billion by 2035 as Housing and Defense Projects Scale, Credence Research Finds

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LONDON, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Credence Research Inc. has added a new global 3D Concrete Printing Market study to its market intelligence portfolio, examining the competitive, technological and regulatory factors shaping demand through 2035.

The global 3d concrete printing market was valued at USD 293.4 million in 2025 and is projected to increase to USD 362.3 million in 2026 before reaching USD 1.87 billion by 2035, according to Credence Research. The forecast represents a 20.35% compound annual growth rate from 2025 to 2035. All market sizes, segment shares and regional shares are Credence Research estimates.

Key Takeaways

Credence Research estimates 2025 revenue of USD 293.4 million and a 2035 market value of USD 1.87 billion, equivalent to 20.35% annualized growth over 10 years.North America represented 37.0% of modeled global value in 2025.Printing construction services led the offering category with a 56.1% share.Residential housing accounted for 47.0% of the application category.Printable materials is forecast to grow at 24.00% annually, while Residential housing is projected at 21.94%.The analysis distinguishes market revenue from adjacent products and services to avoid treating unrelated spending as part of the addressable market.

Scope & Segmentation – 3D Concrete Printing Market

The study measures printing services for concrete building elements, construction-scale printer systems and software, and printable mortars and related materials. The value of entire buildings, land, roofs, slabs and conventional construction work is excluded. Revenue is allocated to the buyer geography and is expressed in current U.S. dollars. The report evaluates the commercial drivers, market restraints, supplier positions and technology transitions affecting this defined market.

By offering: Printing construction services; Printer systems and software; Printable materials.By application: Residential housing; Military and emergency shelters; Commercial and office buildings; Public infrastructure and utilities; Architectural and decorative elements.By region: North America; Asia Pacific; Europe; Middle East and Africa; Latin America.

Explore the full report: 3D Concrete Printing Market

Why This Report Matters

Separates the revenue earned by printing contractors, printer makers and material suppliers from the full cost of a finished building.Identifies residential housing and public-sector procurement opportunities without assuming that all construction becomes printable.Examines building codes, crew training, materials performance and project economics that determine whether pilots become recurring orders.

Market Overview

The market is moving beyond demonstration houses toward repeat construction contracts, equipment sales and material supply. Contractors use gantry and robotic-arm systems to automate wall placement, but roofs, foundations, windows and building services still require conventional trades. Commercial viability therefore depends on repeatable designs and a reliable pipeline of approved projects.

The forecast reflects a modeled change in buyer adoption, supplier economics and product mix rather than a guarantee of future transactions. Credence Research evaluates these mechanisms alongside recent regulatory and corporate developments. Decision-makers should distinguish disclosed company announcements from estimates of total market revenue.

Market Insights

Base year: 2025; forecast horizon: 2035; modeled CAGR: 20.35%.Largest modeled geography: North America (37.0% of 2025 value).Leading categories: Printing construction services (56.1%) and Residential housing (47.0%).Fast-growth categories: Printable materials (24.00% CAGR) and Residential housing (21.94% CAGR).Geographic and segment shares are proprietary Credence Research model outputs, not audited vendor market-share disclosures.

Key Attributes

Attribute

Details

Historical period

2018–2025, as listed in the report

Base year

2025

Forecast period

2025–2035

Market size, 2025

USD 293.4 million

Estimated market size, 2026

USD 362.3 million

Market size forecast, 2035

USD 1.87 billion

Revenue CAGR, 2025–2035

20.35 %

Coverage

Global

Segments covered

Offering; Application

Geographies

North America; Asia Pacific; Europe; Middle East and Africa; Latin America

Market Segmentation Analysis

By offering

Construction printing services represented 56.1% of 2025 value, reflecting the importance of contractors that own and operate printers. Printable materials have the faster growth outlook because every completed printed wall consumes a qualified mortar mix even when the printer itself is reused.

By application

Residential housing contributed 47.0% of 2025 spending. Repeat housing layouts can spread printer setup and engineering costs over more units, while military shelters and public infrastructure offer a separate procurement channel with longer tender cycles.

Printing construction services held 56.1% of the offering segment in 2025, while Residential housing led the application split at 47.0%. Credence Research forecasts faster growth for Printable materials (24.00% a year) and Residential housing (21.94% a year). These figures represent market estimates and are not company-reported results.

Market Drivers and Opportunities

Labor constraints and repeat housing

Construction printing can reduce the crew needed to place walls and eliminate some formwork. That advantage matters most where skilled labor is expensive and schedules are tight. It does not eliminate the cost of slabs, roofs or utilities, so the business case is stronger for repeated floor plans than isolated architectural showcases.

Defense procurement

Military agencies value durable buildings that can be constructed quickly at remote or high-demand sites. The U.S. Army’s Fort Bliss program demonstrates how a large public buyer can commission multiple printed structures under one contract. Such projects give suppliers operating references that private developers can evaluate.

Codes, mortars and equipment sales

Appendix AW of the 2024 International Residential Code provides a pathway for printed building systems where jurisdictions adopt it. Printer suppliers also increasingly sell equipment, software, training and specialized mortars rather than only completed projects. These recurring inputs may widen the customer base as more contractors enter the field.

Regional Analysis

Credence Research estimates the following shares of global 2025 revenue: North America 37.0%; Asia Pacific 25.0%; Europe 22.0%; Middle East and Africa 13.0%; Latin America 3.0%. These allocations sum to 100% and reflect buyer location rather than the location of manufacturing or company headquarters.

North America led the market in 2025, supported by its established buyer base, supplier relationships and industry infrastructure. Asia Pacific and Europe are also material demand centers, although the competitive mix and procurement requirements vary by country. The smaller regions may record high percentage growth from a limited starting base, and such rates should not be mistaken for leadership in absolute spending.

North America benefits from military projects and established U.S. printer contractors. Europe has a broad set of building pilots and materials suppliers but often requires project-specific technical approval. Gulf housing programs support the fastest regional forecast growth, although adoption depends on locally approved systems and project economics.

Market Challenges

Printing is not automatically cheaper than masonry in regions with low labor costs. Material rheology, interlayer bonding, structural approvals and trained operators remain practical bottlenecks. Optional code provisions do not constitute nationwide approval, and long public procurement cycles can strain smaller suppliers.

Buyers should also evaluate the total cost of adoption, interoperability with existing systems, vendor continuity and country-specific compliance obligations. Those factors can lengthen purchasing decisions even where the long-term growth thesis remains intact. The study distinguishes these commercial constraints from the market forecast itself.

Future Outlook

North America remains the largest modeled market, while the Middle East and Africa has the fastest forecast regional growth. The opportunity is strongest in repeat housing, emergency shelters and military buildings, followed by public infrastructure elements. Growth depends on documented cost performance and building-code acceptance, not simply on faster wall printing.

Through 2035, suppliers that convert product capabilities into repeatable deployments, transparent pricing and reliable support should be better positioned than firms relying only on early demonstrations. Credence Research expects growth to vary across customer types and geographies rather than advance evenly each year.

Competitive Landscape

The market includes established multinational suppliers and specialized technology or service providers. Competition centers on product performance, customer relationships, integration capabilities, delivery reliability and the ability to meet sector-specific standards. The companies listed below participate in different parts of the value chain; their inclusion does not imply identical offerings or a verified ranking by market share.

Competitive analysis should distinguish vendors that directly sell the products or services in the defined scope from adjacent technology providers and end users. Credence Research uses supplier disclosures and industry evidence to assess participation. Comparable revenue for the narrow market definition is rarely disclosed, so this release does not assign unsupported individual company shares.

Key Players

ICONCOBODPERI 3D ConstructionCyBe ConstructionXtreeEApis Cor3DCP GroupAlquist 3DHolcimHeidelberg MaterialsSika

Recent Developments

January 2026: ICON announced a $62.8 million U.S. Army production contract covering 10 additional 3D-printed barracks at Fort Bliss

July 2026: The U.S. Army held a Fort Bliss ribbon-cutting for the first completed buildings in its 10-barracks program; ICON separately reported printing all 10 structures in 58 days.  

Report Coverage

The full study covers market size and forecast, competitive conditions, value-chain structure, product and application segmentation, regional demand, market drivers, restraints, opportunities and regulatory developments. It provides a 2025 baseline and 2035 outlook and identifies areas where supplier disclosures support, but do not independently establish, Credence Research market estimates.

Read the report and request a sample: https://www.credenceresearch.com/report/3d-concrete-printing-market 

Table of Content –

Chapter 1 Market SegmentationChapter 2 IntroductionChapter 3 Executive SummaryChapter 4 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market Trends and DevelopmentsChapter 5 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market Production, Supply and Demand AnalysisChapter 6 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market Pricing AnalysisChapter 7 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market DynamicsChapter 8 Global 3D Concrete Printing Value Chain AnalysisChapter 9 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market Regulations and PoliciesChapter 10 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market Hotspots and OpportunitiesChapter 11 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market Outlook, 2025-2035Chapter 12 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market Segmentation and OutlookChapter 13 Global 3D Concrete Printing End-Use and Application Market OutlookChapter 14 Global 3D Concrete Printing Geographic Market Outlook, 2025-2035Chapter 15 Global 3D Concrete Printing Technology, Innovation and Sustainability OutlookChapter 16 Global 3D Concrete Printing Market Key Strategic ImperativesChapter 17 Competition OutlookChapter 18 Company Profiles

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In HelloNation, Luxury Home Experts Neal and Tanda Jarest Explain Fill Power and What It Means for Down Bedding Quality

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Fill Power, Down Composition, and Shell Construction Are the Three Factors That Determine the Long-Term Value of Luxury Bedding.

SOUTHERN PINES, N.C., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — What really separates a high-quality down comforter from one that simply looks the part on a store shelf? A HelloNation article examines the materials, measurements, and care practices that determine how well luxury bedding performs over time, beginning with a distinction the bedding industry does not always explain clearly.

The HelloNation article notes that down and feather are not the same material, even though they often appear together on a product label. Down is the soft underlayer that grows beneath a waterfowl’s outer feathers, forming light, three-dimensional clusters that trap air and create insulation without adding much weight. Feather comes from the outer plumage of the bird and contains a stiff central shaft called a quill, which makes it harder and less pliable, reducing its ability to trap warm air as effectively.

Fill power is the standard measure of down quality before purchase. It is calculated by placing one ounce of down into a cylinder and recording how much space the clusters occupy. A higher number indicates more mature, more resilient down that traps air more effectively and provides better insulation over time.

Entry-level down products typically fall in the 400 to 550 range. Mid-grade down runs between 550 and 700. Premium luxury bedding generally starts around 700 fill power and can reach above 800 in the highest-quality products available.

The article explains the practical effect clearly. A higher-quality comforter can achieve the same warmth as a lower-rated product at a fraction of the weight, because superior clusters trap more air per ounce of fill. For people who sleep warm or find heavy bedding uncomfortable, this is one of the most consequential specifications to evaluate when comparing options.

Down source also affects performance over time. The article notes that goose down generally produces larger, more durable clusters than duck down, which is why it commands a higher price in the luxury bedding market. European goose down raised in colder climates is the standard for high-end products, because those growing conditions produce denser clusters with greater loft and a longer usable life.

Shell construction is the third factor the article addresses. A tightly woven shell with a thread count of at least 300 and a down-proof weave prevents clusters from escaping through the fabric and protects against allergens entering from outside. For allergy-prone sleepers, shell quality can be as important as fill power in determining the overall comfort and longevity of a comforter.

The article covers care practices as well, noting that down can be laundered on a gentle cycle and dried on low heat with dryer balls to prevent clumping, and that professional cleaning is the preferred approach for high-end pieces. Luxury Home Experts at Opulence of Southern Pines regularly share these care guidelines with clients in Southern Pines and Pinehurst as the most direct way to extend the life of a quality comforter well beyond the standard replacement cycle. For Luxury Home Experts helping clients invest in better sleep, the article’s breakdown of fill power, composition, and shell construction provides a practical framework for making that decision with confidence.

How High Fill Power Down Creates a Better Sleep Environment features insights from Neal and Tanda Jarest, Luxury Home Experts of Southern Pines, North Carolina, in HelloNation.

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Orical Wins Regulatory Reporting Solution of the Year at Hedgeweek® US Awards 2026

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Recognition highlights the firm’s combination of regulatory expertise, technology and hands-on client service

NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Orical LLC, an investment management compliance consulting and technology firm has been awarded “Regulatory Reporting Solution of the Year” at the Hedgeweek® US Awards 2026.

Presented by Hedgeweek®, an established publication serving hedge fund managers, allocators and service providers, the US Awards celebrate excellence across the hedge fund industry. The recognition places Orical among the firms honored for their contributions to the industry and underscores its commitment to delivering effective regulatory reporting support.

The award marks an important milestone for Orical, which helps investment managers navigate complex regulatory reporting obligations through experienced professionals, practical guidance and technology designed to support efficient, coordinated reporting processes.

“Regulatory reporting requires more than completing a form. It requires understanding a client’s business, identifying the applicable obligations and managing the details through completion,” said Greg Florio and Jim Leahy, Co-Managing Members of Orical, in a joint statement. “We are honored to receive this recognition and thank Hedgeweek, our clients and everyone who voted for recognizing the expertise and judgment behind our work.”

Founded in 2010, Orical has grown into a trusted compliance partner to hundreds of clients worldwide, ranging from emerging managers to established investment firms. Its client base spans hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, private credit, real estate and other investment strategies, with diverse registration, regulatory reporting and ongoing compliance needs. Orical takes particular pride in its longstanding relationships with dozens of clients, whose continued trust reflects the firm’s commitment to being a dependable partner throughout the growth and evolution of their businesses.

Orical’s regulatory filing services include support for Form ADV, Form PF, Form D, state Blue Sky filings, Schedules 13D and 13G, Forms 13F and 13H, Section 16 filings, and other SEC, CFTC and NFA filings. Led by seasoned investment management attorneys, the firm pairs deep regulatory knowledge with practical insight to help clients understand not only what to file, but why, when and how. Beyond preparing and submitting forms, Orical advises clients on the applicability of filing requirements, reporting strategies and the implications of changes in their investment activities and organizational structures. This approach combines regulatory analysis with practical execution, helping clients identify and manage their obligations as their businesses evolve.

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Orical LLC is an investment management compliance consulting and technology firm serving hundreds of clients worldwide. Founded in 2010, Orical supports investment advisers and private fund managers across a broad range of investment strategies, registration requirements and regulatory obligations. Its principals bring experience as senior attorneys and executives at leading investment management firms, combining regulatory knowledge with firsthand insight into the demands of running an investment business. Through customized compliance programs, regulatory reporting advice, filing support and technology, Orical delivers institutional-quality compliance and operational support with the personal attention and responsiveness of an in-house compliance team. For more information, visit www.orical.org.

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