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Lone Star Circle of Care and Delfina Partner to Improve the Health and Wellbeing of Pregnant Women in Austin, Texas

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The LSCC and Delfina partnership aims to enhance patient experiences by providing advanced resources for pregnant patients and their care teams. The partnership will expand access to Delfina Care for eligible patients in the Austin area, focusing on health equity and support for underserved populations. With features like a bilingual pregnancy app, this collaboration seeks to deliver personalized, proactive care, ultimately transforming maternal health services at LSCC.

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) and Delfina Care Inc. (Delfina) are partnering to provide pregnant patients at LSCC with access to Delfina Care, an innovative system of proactive pregnancy care.

“Our partnership with Delfina Care is truly transforming how we deliver maternal health services, enhancing both outcomes and the overall patient experience at LSCC.” – Dalton Douglas, Vice President of Business Intelligence & Population Health at LSCC

LSCC and Delfina launched a pilot on July 23, 2024, and, within less than eight weeks, achieved their target objectives and surpassed their target enrollment. The pilot, involving two OBGYN providers at one LSCC practice site and a population health nurse, represented the initial implementation of Delfina’s maternal health platform. Designed to improve maternal health outcomes, this pilot aimed to enhance the patient experience by providing advanced resources for pregnant patients and their care teams.

LSCC and Delfina will now expand access to Delfina Care for eligible patients across LSCC’s participating locations in the greater Austin community. Delfina was selected for its deep commitment to health equity and its mission to provide care to underserved populations, ensuring access to high-quality healthcare for all. This collaboration aligns with Delfina’s goal of improving maternal health outcomes for all mothers, regardless of background.

Through this partnership, Delfina Care will provide LSCC OBGYN clinicians with advanced tools and resources, including patient access to doulas, to deliver more proactive and personalized care, enhance the patient experience, and address the specific needs of Austin’s diverse community. Together, LSCC and Delfina are taking significant steps toward better, more equitable maternal health outcomes.

“Partnering with LSCC to bring Delfina Care to Austin is a deeply meaningful step in our journey to transform maternal health,” said Priyanka Vaidya, Chief Product Officer at Delfina. “As a mom, I know how crucial it is to have compassionate, personalized support during pregnancy. We’re excited to see how our technology will make a meaningful difference in the lives of expectant mothers, offering them the care and attention they truly deserve. This collaboration will improve patient care and create a nurturing environment where every mother feels valued and supported throughout her pregnancy.”

“Our partnership with Delfina Care is truly transforming how we deliver maternal health services, enhancing both outcomes and the overall patient experience at LSCC,” said Dalton Douglas, Vice President of Business Intelligence & Population Health at LSCC. “We’re already seeing encouraging improvements in patient care and the clinician’s expanded toolkit for our pregnant patients, and we’re excited to offer Delfina Care at LSCC.”

Delfina Care offers several key features that benefit LSCC’s patients and clinicians, including:

A user-friendly pregnancy app available in English and Spanish that enables pregnant patients to track their health, connect with their care team, and access personalized educational content.24/7 culturally competent virtual support, ensuring patients receive continuous care and guidance through pregnancy and postpartum challenges.Clinically validated machine learning models that identify patients who might benefit from interventions early to prevent complications.Access to clinical and customizable workflows, empowering LSCC clinicians to focus more on patient care and less on administrative tasks.

“Our partnership with LSCC represents a pivotal step in addressing the maternal health crisis facing Texan mothers,” said Senan Ebrahim, MD, PhD, CEO and Co-Founder of Delfina. “By combining Delfina’s data-driven approach with LSCC’s deep-rooted commitment to community health in Texas, we are empowering providers and families across the state with the tools needed to close gaps in care, reduce health disparities, and improve pregnancy outcomes on a much larger scale.”

Due to the overwhelming interest in Delfina, LSCC is currently prioritizing enrollment for high-risk patients and is working with Delfina to thoughtfully scale the program. To learn more about Delfina Care, please visit delfina.com. For more information about LSCC, visit lonestarcares.org.

About Delfina

Delfina is a leader in AI-powered personalized pregnancy care. Delfina Care is the world’s first comprehensive maternal health platform that leverages predictive analytics to transform maternal and child health outcomes. Using proprietary models and connecting communities, Delfina empowers clinicians to deliver personalized care plans for every pregnancy, improving outcomes and supporting patients on their journey. Learn more at delfina.com.

About Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC)

Lone Star Circle of Care is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing accessible, patient-centered healthcare to Texas residents. Committed to addressing health inequities and promoting community wellness, LSCC delivers high-quality care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay, ensuring that everyone has access to the healthcare they need. Learn more at lonestarcares.org.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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Global Security & Technology Summit Unveils Month-Long Program of Activities Ahead of December Event

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) held an introductory session today at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh, bringing together representatives from the government, private, and nonprofit sectors to introduce the program of activities leading up to the summit. The upcoming summit will be held in Riyadh under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the supervision of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy.

During the session, the Organizing Committee presented the comprehensive GSTS program, comprising three key components: GSTS Month, running from November 1 to 30, 2026; the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF), taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026; and the main Summit, scheduled for December 18 to 20, 2026, in Riyadh. Together, these events form an integrated program designed to advance security and technology innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.

GSTS Month will feature working groups, boot camps, training programs, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical workshops across Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative regions, delivered both in person and remotely in collaboration with specialized entities. The month-long program aims to develop national capabilities, identify emerging talent, enrich knowledge-sharing opportunities, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop innovative solutions to future security and technology challenges.

The main Summit will bring together global leaders, decision-makers, experts, and innovators to explore the future of security and technology, promote the integration of advanced technologies within the security sector, strengthen national capabilities, support innovation, and foster international cooperation, further positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for security and technology.

Showcasing the latest technological breakthroughs and security solutions, the summit will bring together government entities, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and research centers to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration across key fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart security solutions, emerging technologies, and crisis management. The program will also feature main sessions, specialized discussions, and interactive exhibitions. Registration is available at gsts.sa.

Advisor to HRH the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Ahmed Altowayan, stated that the summit builds on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish an advanced security and technology ecosystem focused on knowledge and innovation, keeping pace with rapid developments and future challenges.

Mr. Altowayan noted that the summit is a global platform for strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise, anticipating future developments in security and technology, and developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and readiness of security systems.

Vice Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Eng. Abdulaziz Alhammadi, said that the summit will offer a range of integrated programs and activities focused on enhancing national skills, encouraging innovation, and supporting international cooperation.

He added that GSTS Month will help build national capabilities, discover talent, and develop skills, with SAIF providing a platform for innovators and researchers from around the world to showcase leading technological solutions, while the main Summit will bring together leaders and experts to discuss the future of security and technology and explore new strategic partnership opportunities.

SAIF will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, bringing together innovators, researchers, technology talents, and industry experts from around the world to showcase promising innovations and projects across 14 fields of technology and innovation. The fair will provide opportunities to engage with project owners, including students, graduates, and entrepreneurs, and explore the different stages of innovation development through interactive zones, panel discussions on emerging security and innovation trends, and knowledge-sharing workshops led by specialists. Visitor registration is open to participants from within and outside the Kingdom through saifair.sa.

The introductory session also featured contributions from representatives of government, private, and nonprofit sector entities, alongside members of the media. Discussions focused on developing national capabilities in security and technology, strengthening students’ technical expertise, translating scientific research into practical solutions, and supporting Saudi companies in developing security and technology solutions and advancing digital transformation.

Organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy, GSTS is produced by Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Education serving as Strategic Scientific Partner, Tahakom as Founding Partner, and Elm as Principal Partner.

Registration for participants from within and outside the Kingdom is available at gsts.sa.

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