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Lynx Software Technologies Sees Growing Demand for Timesys Vigiles™ as a Leading SBOM Lifecycle and Vulnerability Management Tool for Edge Applications

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1 year ago

November 19, 2024

Vigiles Processes Over 90,000 SBOMs, Reducing False Positive CVEs by 95%, Helping Customers Secure Critical Systems Across Key Industries and Prevent Costly Threats

SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Lynx Software Technologies, Inc. (“Lynx”), a leader in foundational, open-architecture software solutions for the Mission-Critical Edge, today announced significant market traction for its Timesys Vigiles™ vulnerability and Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) management suite. Launched in 2019, Vigiles has achieved widespread adoption across critical industries, including the automotive, industrial and medical sectors, establishing itself as a premier tool for securing mission-critical systems and reducing cybersecurity risks.

The nature of the dynamic cybersecurity landscape means there will always be a need for effective vulnerability and SBOM lifecycle management solutions. Vigiles has addressed this need by processing over 90,000 SBOMs across key ecosystems including Yocto, Buildroot and Timesys Factory. Vigiles enables users to adhere to industry standards by supporting both import formats (CSV, XML, JSON) and export formats (CycloneDX, SPDX), making it easier for organizations to manage security requirements on time and within budget.

Another factor compounding the need for advanced tools is the surge in Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs). As of mid-2024, reported CVEs have increased by more than 30% compared to the same period in 2023, costing organizations critical time and resources to manage effectively. By eliminating approximately 85% of false-positive CVEs and reducing customer workload analysis by 95%, Vigiles empowers teams to focus on the vulnerabilities that matter, ultimately supporting faster time-to-market with secure, resilient products.

Supply Chain Security Impact

Supply chain disruptions in mission-critical industries can have devastating financial impacts, ranging from $100,000 to over $1 million per day, according to recent research from Deloitte. Vigiles can prevent up to 70% of incidents caused by software vulnerabilities, supporting OEMs and device manufacturers in managing vulnerabilities across the entire product lifecycle.

Key features and benefits of Timesys Vigiles™ for SBOM management include:

Widespread Adoption: Vigiles has processed over 90,000 SBOMs for thousands of users across various industries.Active Monitoring: Users have generated over 102,000 reports and initiated over 62,000 rescans, demonstrating Vigiles’ critical role in continuous security.Ecosystem Compatibility: Vigiles supports 67% of embedded development platforms, providing extensive compatibility with languages such as C/C++, RUST, Python and RunSafe Code (TM)Industry Certification: Vigiles has recently achieved ARM PSA Certification, validating its alignment with Platform Security Architecture (PSA) best practices.Cost and Time Efficiency: Vigiles’ automation and filtering capabilities reduce manual security tasks by 90%, with potential annual savings of up to $48,000 a year per SBOM.

Customer Success Stories

Timesys Vigiles™ has secured the trust of industry leaders, enhancing the resilience of embedded systems globally.

Lineo Solutions: President and CEO Akira Kobayashi praised Vigiles’ automation applications, stating, “With Vigiles, Timesys is delivering a breakthrough in the automation of vulnerability identification, tracking, analysis and mitigation.”

RunSafe Security: CTO of RunSafe Security Doug Britton emphasized the value of the collaboration, “Combining RunSafe’s advanced memory protection with Vigiles’ comprehensive vulnerability monitoring delivers a powerful security solution for embedded systems. This partnership enables developers to address security vulnerabilities proactively while minimizing downtime and performance impacts, ensuring that systems remain secure and resilient in the face of evolving threats. With the addition of Vigiles On-Prem, organizations and developers alike can be confident that their data remains secure.”

GE Healthcare: Chief Technology Officer of Diagnostic Cardiology, Roshy J. Francis leverages Vigiles for long-term maintenance of their custom Yocto Linux operating systems, stating, “We chose to partner with Timesys in the development of our new portfolio of medical devices to ensure that they stay secure throughout their lifecycle.”

“The strong uptake of Vigiles across commercial industries demonstrates the critical need for automated, embedded-optimized vulnerability management at the edge,” said Atul Bansal, Lynx vice president of open-source business development. “As cybersecurity becomes a key product differentiator, Vigiles empowers our customers to bring more secure products to market faster while maintaining security at every stage of development.”

For more information about Vigiles, please visit www.timesys.com/vigiles.

About Lynx Software Technologies

Lynx Software Technologies, an OceanSound Partners portfolio company, is on a mission to improve the economics of developing, deploying and maintaining high-assurance Mission Critical Edge platforms with modular software solutions based on open standards. Our proven technology leadership, extensive system certification expertise and commitment to open standards have consistently saved our customers millions of dollars in development costs while delivering desired system performance, security and reliability on schedule. Lynx is committed to enabling customers to build and manage orchestrated, cloud-connected platforms that harness a broad array of modern technologies and unique design methodologies to enable accurate, deterministic decisions at the Mission Critical Edge without compromising safety or cybersecurity requirements. For more information, visit www.lynx.com.

About Timesys

Timesys, a subsidiary of Lynx Software Technologies, is a global provider of embedded, open-source security solutions. Through comprehensive tools like Vigiles, Timesys supports organizations in maintaining security and compliance at every stage of the software lifecycle, helping them bring safe, efficient products to market.

For further information about Vigiles, please visit www.timesys.com/vigiles.

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Stephanie Dallman
+1 (616) 581-0117
sdallman@lynx.com

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Meridian Singapore Immigration Launches New Website to Simplify the PR Application Journey for Foreigners in Singapore

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3 hours ago

April 30, 2026

New online platform provides clear, structured guidance for Employment Pass and S Pass holders navigating Singapore’s residency and Permanent Residency pathways

SINGAPORE, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Meridian Singapore Immigration Pte. Ltd. has officially launched its new website at meridianimmigration.sg, a resource built specifically for foreigners living and working in Singapore who are exploring Permanent Residency or long-term residency options.

The platform arrives at a time when Singapore’s expatriate and foreign professional community is growing rapidly, yet many EP and S Pass holders report struggling to find clear, reliable information on the PR application process. Singapore’s immigration framework is among the most structured in Southeast Asia, with eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and submission windows that change frequently. For individuals navigating this process without professional guidance, the stakes are high and the margin for error is narrow.

Meridian’s website was built to address that gap directly. The platform offers detailed explanations of available immigration pathways, structured consultation options, and educational resources developed by the firm’s team of immigration specialists. Rather than presenting a services catalogue, the site walks users through the considerations relevant to their specific situation, whether they hold an Employment Pass, S Pass, or are planning for their family’s long-term residency in Singapore.

“We built this platform because we saw how overwhelming and confusing the immigration process can be for people who genuinely want to build their lives here,” said a spokesperson for Meridian Singapore Immigration. “Our goal is to be the trusted partner that walks them through every step with clarity and integrity.”

Singapore’s continued attractiveness as a regional hub for multinational corporations, financial institutions, and technology firms means the pipeline of foreigners seeking long-term residency options remains substantial. At the same time, the ICA’s PR application framework has grown more nuanced, with factors such as economic contributions, family ties, and community integration weighed during assessment. Applicants who proceed without a clear understanding of these criteria often submit applications that are either premature or structurally incomplete.

Meridian’s approach centres on preparation and transparency, helping applicants understand where they stand before they apply and what supporting documentation strengthens their case.

Meridian Singapore Immigration Pte. Ltd. is a professional immigration consultancy dedicated to guiding individuals and families through Singapore’s immigration process. Specialising in Permanent Residency (PR) applications, residency pathways, and compliance support, Meridian offers clear, structured solutions tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. Founded on the values of Guidance, Integrity, and Success, Meridian is committed to making immigration simple, transparent, and accessible for everyone. For more information, visit meridianimmigration.sg or contact info@meridianimmigration.sg / +65 8873 1113.

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Socomec, Daitron team up to meet Japan’s growing power demands

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3 hours ago

April 30, 2026

TOKYO, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Socomec, a century-old electrical group specialising in mission-critical energy, and Japan’s Daitron, an electronics components distributor, have signed a partnership to deliver power conversion solutions and service backup power and electrical-switching systems across Japan.

The deal combines Socomec’s equipment with Daitron’s on-the-ground engineering team, which has more than 74 years of experience in the Japanese market. The two companies will handle everything from project delivery to ongoing maintenance and spare parts.

The partnership covers three product areas: uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), which keep facilities running during outages; power conversion systems, which ensure the availability and continuity of high-quality energy; and static transfer switches, which automatically reroute power loads between sources without interruption.

Beyond equipment sales, the agreement includes training, spare parts, long-term service contracts and a full range of expert services covering prevention, measurement and analysis, consultancy, deployment and optimisation. Socomec will provide product and technical training to Daitron’s team, while Daitron handles installation, servicing and day-to-day client support in Japan.

The target market spans data centres, semiconductor plants, industrial facilities, hospitals and green buildings, all areas where even brief power interruptions can prove costly. Data center demand in particular is surging, driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure, with colocation and enterprise facilities among the primary targets.

“Daitron knows the Japanese market inside and out. They have the people, the relationships, and the hands-on experience, and we bring the technology to match,” said Socomec Asia-Pacific CEO O’Niel Dissanayake. “It’s a natural fit, and together we can offer something neither company could deliver alone.”

“Japan’s data centres, chip factories and industrial plants all require power systems they can count on,” said Masaharu Kato, corporate officer of Daitron. “Socomec’s technology is exactly what these customers need, and our job is to make sure it’s installed, maintained and supported properly. That’s what we do best.”

The partnership comes as Japan faces a step change in power demand. Electricity consumption is expected to grow 5.3% over the next decade, driven by data centres and semiconductor factories, according to the country’s grid operator. Industrial energy demand alone is forecast to rise 18.3% over the same period.

That growth is creating strong demand for reliable power infrastructure. Data centres, for example, run around the clock and cannot afford downtime, making backup power and efficient energy management essential. Socomec’s systems are designed to reduce power consumption without sacrificing reliability, a balance that is becoming increasingly important as operators look to manage both costs and environmental commitments.

Both companies say project planning and bids are already underway, with a long-term goal of expanding the partnership’s reach across Japan as demand grows.

About Daitron

Daitron Co., Ltd. is a Japanese engineering and trading company founded in 1952 and headquartered in Osaka. Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TYO: 7609), Daitron sells and manufactures electronic components, semiconductor processing equipment and power supply systems. The company has more than seven decades of experience serving Japan’s electronics and manufacturing industries.

SOCOMEC: When energy matters

Founded in 1922, SOCOMEC is an independent industrial group of more than 4,800 experts spread across the world in 30 subsidiaries. Our vocation: design, manufacture and sale of electrical equipment, with a strong expertize in critical power applications. In 2025, SOCOMEC achieved a turnover of 997 million euros (not yet audited).

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Multi-Destination Travel Surges Across Asia-Pacific This Labour Day, Trip.com Group Data Shows

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3 hours ago

April 30, 2026

Multi-city travel across Asia-Pacific grew 35% year-on-yearMulti-city travel outpaces single-destination growth by more than 2xSoutheast Asia sees strong double-digit growth, with Thailand up to 52% YoY

SINGAPORE, April 29, 2026 /CNW/ — Multi-city travel across Asia-Pacific grew 35% year-on-year this Labour Day period, according to data from Trip.com Group. Several Asia-Pacific markets including Japan, South Korea, parts of Southeast Asia and Mainland China celebrate Labour Day, driving strong cross-border and domestic travel flows across the region.

Over 30% of international trips now span multiple destinations, highlighting a continued shift towards more complex, itinerary-led travel. This shift reflects a growing preference to maximise time and value with multiple destinations within a single trip rather than a single location.

Multi-destination trips become a defining travel pattern

While single-destination travel continues to account for most bookings, growth is increasingly driven by more complex itineraries. Multi-destination bookings are growing at more than twice the pace of single-destination travel, reflecting stronger demand for flexibility and deeper exploration.

Travellers are increasingly structuring trips across multiple cities to maximise both time and value, with popular combinations including:

Tokyo – Osaka – Kyoto (Japan)Seoul – Busan (South Korea)Bangkok – Phuket (Thailand)

These itineraries reflect a growing preference for multi-stop journeys that blend urban experiences with leisure destinations.

Southeast Asia sees fast growth in multi-destination travel

Across Southeast Asia, demand for multi-destination travel is rising steadily, with strong growth across key markets of Thailand: 52%, Malaysia: 40%, and Singapore: 17%, according to Trip.com Group data.

Top outbound destinations across Southeast Asian markets include Japan (Tokyo, Osaka), South Korea (Seoul), China (Shanghai, Beijing), Thailand (Bangkok), Indonesia (Bali).

In other parts of Asia such as Hong Kong SAR, multi-destination travel also grew by over 50% year-on-year, highlighting growing preference for more complex itineraries over traditional single-destination trips, particularly in well-connected urban markets.

In Mainland China, domestic travel remains a strong base, while overseas journeys are increasingly shaped by multi-destination itineraries, with over 40% of outbound trips spanning multiple destinations and continuing to grow.

This suggests that travellers in this region are increasingly combining multiple cities within a single trip, supported by strong regional connectivity.

Japan’s domestic travel momentum on the rise

Japan is also seeing shifts in domestic travel behaviour, even as outbound demand continues to grow.

In Japan, domestic travel is growing rapidly, indicating rising interest in travelling within the country, accounting for one-quarter of all flight bookings, and to cities such as Tokyo, Sapporo and Okinawa.

Intra-Asia travel dominates Labour Day demand

The Labour Day holiday period continues to be driven by regional travel within Asia-Pacific, with travellers favouring destinations that offer ease of access, diverse experiences, and flexible itineraries.

The Group’s data highlights the continued strength of short-haul travel, supported by strong connectivity and shorter flight durations.

More broadly, the way people travel across Asia-Pacific is evolving. Travellers taking a more deliberate approach to how they plan their trips. While cross-border journeys are increasingly shaped by multi-city itineraries, domestic travel remains a strong and steady part of the landscape. Together, these patterns point to a more flexible and value-conscious mindset, as travellers look to make the most of both time and budget.

About Trip.com Group

Trip.com Group is a leading global travel service provider comprising of Trip.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Qunar. Across its platforms, Trip.com Group helps travellers around the world make informed and cost-effective bookings for travel products and services and enables partners to connect their offerings with users through the aggregation of comprehensive travel-related content and resources, and an advanced transaction platform consisting of apps, websites and 24/7 customer service centres. Founded in 1999 and listed on NASDAQ in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, Trip.com Group has become one of the best-known travel groups in the world, with the mission “to pursue the perfect trip for a better world”. Find out more about Trip.com Group here: group.trip.com.