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Gloo Launches New Open Source Initiative To Drive Rapid Innovation of Values-Aligned AI

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Developers can now register to join the new Gloo open source AI platform for building values-aligned AI

BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gloo, the technology platform connecting the faith ecosystem, announced the launch of Gloo Open, its new open source artificial intelligence initiative, which underscores a growing trend toward transparency and collaboration in AI. The initiative centers on the Gloo commitment to provide values-aligned AI for human flourishing through its research, models, non-copyrighted datasets, and standards framework. The announcement, made alongside industry leaders and partners, signals a significant shift toward values-aligned AI development.

“AI is so critical to the future of humanity — the principles of open and trust are essential,” said Pat Gelsinger, Chairman at Gloo and former CEO of Intel. “At Gloo, we are committed to participating fully according to the best practices of the open source community. Working together we will ensure AI innovation is accelerated and social trust is developed through an open approach.”

At the core of the Gloo Open initiative is its innovative approach to creating values-aligned AI models on behalf of its users, which includes developers as well as publishers, parachurch organizations and more. The approach involves cloning established open source models — including Meta and Mistral — onto its secure, isolated infrastructure. The Gloo proprietary training pipeline is then applied to improve the models with values-aligned principles using available data sets that can be personalized by the user or organization. This process enables users to specify the values they would like the model to align to and address censorship issues and biases they wish to minimize that come with many mainstream AI models.

“At Gloo, we believe that open ecosystems are far more powerful than closed ones,” explained Steele Billings, Chief AI Officer at Gloo. “The Gloo AI fine-tuning process, developed through our early Flourishing AI research, leverages an open approach, ensuring that the outputs are aligned with the values of the user and culturally attuned.”

Gloo is also using the Global Flourishing Study research to develop advanced AI models for human flourishing, with the study’s findings slated for open source release later in 2025. The Global Flourishing Study is a five-year research initiative in collaboration between scholars at the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard and Baylor’s Institute for Studies of Religion, and in partnership with Gallup and the Center for Open Science.

The ongoing Gloo approach and commitment to open source AI mirrors similar commitments seen from industry giants like Meta, Hugging Face and others.

Expanding on conventional performance metrics, Gloo will be introducing a comprehensive framework of standards to evaluate AI models on values-driven criteria. The framework assesses alignment with user-designated core values which could include a range of dimensions like community engagement, family life, spiritual formation, vocational health, and physical and mental wellness, and more. The standards also address areas like accuracy to specific content including the Bible, and historical and theological contexts. These standards pave the way for more rigorous improvement and validation of AI models, ensuring that AI outputs are aligned with the values of its developers and users.

“I am incredibly proud of the work our team has dedicated over the years to bring Gloo Open to life,” emphasized Scott Beck, CEO at Gloo. “Thanks to the relentless dedication of our brilliant team and the valued partners who share our commitment to open approaches and trust, we’re now ready to share our research and models with the global developer community. Our commitment to innovation and transparency remains unwavering, and Gloo Open marks a significant step forward in shaping a future of values-aligned AI that enriches lives and drives human flourishing.”

Developers interested in building on the Gloo open source AI platform can access advanced APIs and development tools designed specifically for creating transformational applications. More detailed information about Gloo AI is available at ai.gloo.com.

Gloo is the technology platform connecting the faith ecosystem. Gloo connects developers, organizations and ministry leaders to values-based AI, resources, insights, and funding so their people flourish and their organizations thrive. Gloo enables trusted exchange between organizations and people, so they can collaborate with greater confidence.

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Kontron Launches Two New KBox F-Series Industrial Computers To Bring Greater Flexibility and Scalability to Industrial Edge Computing

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TAIPEI, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), expands its KBox F-Series with the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, two compact industrial computers designed to address diverse requirements in intelligent Industry 4.0, edge computing and industrial IoT applications.

Both systems are powered by 12th, 13th or 14th Gen Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 S-Series socket-type processors with a TDP of up to 65 W and support up to 96 GB DDR5 memory, providing a scalable computing foundation for demanding industrial applications requiring flexible performance configuration and long-term deployment.

The KBox F-203-RPS offers two LAN configurations with either two or four GbE ports, allowing customers to select the connectivity level that best fits their applications. The dual-LAN configuration provides an efficient solution for general industrial computing, equipment control and edge applications, while the four-LAN configuration offers additional network connectivity for applications involving multiple devices or network segments, such as machine vision, industrial automation and IoT gateways.

For applications requiring greater system expandability, the KBox F-204-RPS provides one PCIe x16 or two PCIe x8 expansion slots, offering the flexibility to integrate graphics, networking, AI acceleration or other add-on cards according to specific application requirements. With support for up to four 2.5-inch SATA HDDs/SSDs, it also provides extensive storage scalability for data-intensive workloads. These capabilities make the KBox F-204-RPS particularly suitable for industrial edge computing, machine vision, video processing and applications requiring additional functionality or large local data storage.

Together, the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS enable customers to select the configuration that best matches their requirements, from a slimmer, network-focused industrial computer to a highly expandable edge computing platform.

To learn more about KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, refer to https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-203-rps/p301099 and https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-204-rps/p311867.

About Kontron

At Kontron, we champion IoT and Industry 4.0, by creating secure, state-of-the-art solutions that span hardware, software and services. Our approach speeds market entry, reduces the cost of ownership, and offers longevity, ensuring our role as your trusted partner in the integration of smart technologies. For more information, please visit www.kontron.com, dial +886-2-2799-2789 or email SalesAsia@kontron.com.

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Mouser Electronics Brings Smart Sensing Solutions to PSECE 2026

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MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, announces its participation in the 21st Philippine Semiconductor and Electronics Convention and Exhibition (PSECE 2026) from October 26 to 28 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippines. This event underscores Mouser’s commitment to supporting the region’s growing electronics design community with immediate access to cutting-edge technologies.

Visitors are invited to meet the Mouser team at Booth #110-111 to explore new products and practical design resources. The booth features a live demonstration of Würth Elektronik’s smart sensing and visual indication solutions, integrating environmental and motion sensing with programmable visual feedback and wireless connectivity. This interactive display illustrates how modern devices can detect physical conditions and translate them into clear, immediate visual data, addressing the critical need for reliable intelligence in connected systems.

“As we advance into an era of interconnected intelligence, Mouser remains committed to bridging the gap between cutting-edge components and real-world application,” said Daphne Tien, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Mouser APAC. “Our presence at PSECE 2026 underscores our dedication to empowering engineers with the tools they need to innovate. We look forward to fostering a vibrant ecosystem where technology translates into tangible progress for the Philippines and beyond.”

Mouser’s participation highlights its strategic objective to strengthen ties with local partners and accelerate the adoption of advanced semiconductor technologies. By providing a platform for knowledge exchange, the company aims to help design communities turn promising prototypes into practical applications.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gather invaluable insights, learn industry best practices, and connect with professionals from across the region. The booth also features interactive activities where visitors can win premium gadgets and engineering tools, making innovative technology more approachable for everyone.

To learn more about Mouser’s presence at PSECE 2026, visit https://www.mouser.ph/psece-seipi/. 

For more Mouser news and our latest new product introductions, visit https://www.mouser.com/newsroom/.

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Workato Launches Self-Serve Platform in Singapore, Opening Enterprise AI to a Broader Community of Builders

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New offering gives developers, students, and customers access to the full power of Workato’s enterprise-grade engine to build AI agents and MCP servers

SINGAPORE, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Workato®, the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI, today announced the launch of a new self-service offering that gives customers, developers, and students across Asia access to the Workato platform to govern and scale their AI initiatives, including building and productionizing AI agents and MCP servers.

Making AI accessible has been at the heart of Workato’s mission the past several years. Through the AI Institute Alliance, unveiled in September 2025, Workato partnered with leading institutes of higher learning across Singapore, including Nanyang Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, the Singapore University of Social Sciences, and the National University of Singapore. The initiative equipped students and educators with automation and AI skills.

The AI Lab, which opened a year later, extended that commitment further into the public sector through its partnership with EDB, and into inclusive hiring through SG Enable.

The newly launched self-serve platform will provide users access to:

A free account to start building immediately, with the option to upgrade to a paid plan, no contract required, as projects growThe ability to build recipes, Agents/Genies, and MCP servers directly on the platformThe same governed, enterprise-grade engine that powers Workato’s largest deploymentsA path built for independent developers, students, and small teams, as well as large enterprises

Since launching in 2026 in North America, Workato has seen rapid growth in the builder community. The platform is enterprise grade, but free to get started. As builders solve problems for their business, they can grow by upgrading to a paid plan. With this launch in Singapore, Workato is making an investment in the local builder community.

“The next era of AI won’t be defined by who has access to intelligence, but by who can turn it into action. We’re putting the same enterprise-grade power trusted by the world’s largest companies into the hands of every builder. We want everyone to be able to transform how their business operates,” said Rishi Mallik, Chief Growth Officer, Workato. 

Workato showcased its self-serve platform and broader community initiatives at World of Workato (WOW) 2026 in Singapore.

Builders can sign up now at https://app.trial.workato.com/users/sign_up_trial?utm_content=sg_wow2026.

About Workato

Workato is the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI — the neutral platform enterprises trust to put AI to work across their business. Workato unifies data, applications, and processes into a single platform so AI can reliably orchestrate business processes in production at enterprise scale. Built on more than a decade of running mission-critical processes for over half the Fortune 500 — including Nasdaq, Cisco, Vodafone, Atlassian, and Lucid Motors — Workato turns over 17,000 enterprise systems AI needs to act on into one governed execution layer. For more information, visit workato.com.

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