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Scala AI City: Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy Approves 5 GW Power Connection for Data-Center City in Rio Grande do Sul

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With this authorization, Scala Data Centers cements its leadership position—ensuring it can meet the exponential surge in data-processing and artificial-intelligence workloads demanded by major global enterprises.

SÃO PAULO, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Scala Data Centers, the leading Latin American platform for sustainable hyperscale data centers, announced today that Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) has authorized the 5 GW ramp-up connection of Scala AI City to the National Interconnected System (SIN). This marks one of the largest energy authorizations ever granted by the Executive Branch and the most significant approval to date for a data-center project in Brazil.

By securing this connection, Scala reaffirms its ability to scale operations safely, efficiently, and with uncompromising quality. An early-mover in energy planning for artificial-intelligence workloads, the company is positioned to meet the forthcoming surge in demand for high-density computing and uninterrupted power supply. The 5 GW authorization will underpin the growth of Scala AI City for years to come, establishing it as the first, and only, Latin American data-center campus designed to operate at gigawatt scale. Once fully built out, the campus will boast 4.75 GW of capacity, surpassing the entire power consumption of the state of Rio de Janeiro.

“Energy planning has evolved from a purely operational concern into a strategic competitive differentiator. Our commitment to 100 percent renewable and certified energy, combined with relentless supply-resilience measures and proactive demand anticipation, guarantees our clients stability, predictability, and environmental compliance from day one,” said Marcos Peigo, CEO and cofounder of Scala Data Centers.

In addition to long-term power-purchase agreements with major wind and hydro generators, Scala has secured flexible energy-supply partnerships extending through at least 2039. Between 2020 and 2024, the use of clean, I-REC–certified energy avoided more than 80,000 tons of CO₂ emissions.

“While the sector scrambles for power, leadership demands a long-term vision. We were ready before many even reacted. This milestone confirms that Scala AI City is a concrete project, backed by owned land, defined zoning, proven expertise, and now an officially authorized energy connection. In a dynamic market, transparency, solidity, and consistent execution set us apart,” said Luciano Fialho, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Scala.

Scala maintains an ongoing dialogue with regulators and policymakers to foster a more predictable investment environment for critical infrastructure. The Government of Rio Grande do Sul, led by Governor Eduardo Leite, has been a strategic partner since the project’s inception, expediting regulatory, energy, and land-use approvals.

“Rio Grande do Sul is at a historic juncture as home to Latin America’s first data-center city. Scala AI City will be a powerful engine for our state’s economic and social development. It is an honor for our government to partner in this transformation, which positions Rio Grande do Sul as a global leader in the new digital economy,” Governor Eduardo Leite said.

With this approval, Scala is charting the course toward truly sustainable, future-ready digital infrastructure.

About Scala AI City
Announced in September 2024 at Palácio Piratini in Porto Alegre, Scala AI City is the first and only Latin American data-center campus built for the gigawatt era. When complete, it will provide 4.75 GW of power across a 10 million-m² site – equivalent to 6,500 football fields – and support massive AI workloads for global enterprises. The project integrates circular-economy practices, uses 100 percent renewable certified energy, and includes educational partnerships and local workforce training in Eldorado do Sul, solidifying the region as a digital-economy hub. Phase 1, with an initial IT capacity of 54 MW and a BRL 3 billion (USD 500 million) investment, will create over 3,000 direct and indirect jobs and catalyze growth across energy, construction, and telecommunications sectors. Fully built out, total investment could reach BRL 500 billion. Leveraging Brazil’s green-energy export potential (“powershoring”) and sub-80 ms latency to North America, Scala AI City is positioned to attract international AI workloads at unprecedented scale.

About Scala Data Centers
Scala Data Centers is Latin America’s premier sustainable hyperscale data-center platform. Backed by DigitalBridge, the company has invested over BRL 12 billion and manages some 200 MW of installed and in-development capacity, plus a landbank exceeding 12 million m² across four countries. Scala’s infrastructure includes more than 7 GW of energy capacity for future expansions, all powered by 100 percent renewable and certified sources.
For more information, visit https://scaladatacenters.com/en/.

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“What If We Had This in 2020?” Data Viz 4 Good Bridges the Fortune 100 Data Gap for the Social Sector

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SAN FRANCISCO, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Data Viz 4 Good (DV4G) today announced the launch of its ImpactIQ platform, a breakthrough SaaS solution transforming how the social sector visualizes mission-critical data.

For founders Tyra Jean and Vanessa Francesca Ortega, both Ronald E. McNair Baccalaureate Scholars, the mission began with a pivotal question: “What if we had Data Viz 4 Good at Syracuse University back in 2020?”

CEO Tyra Jean—a former Public Policy & International Affairs Fellow at UC Berkeley and current D.S.W. candidate at the University of Southern California—developed the concept after bridging two vastly different worlds. “I worked as a data consultant for Fortune 100 companies and saw firsthand the massive gap in data infrastructure across the nonprofit sector,” said Jean. “We’re bringing enterprise-grade technology to the organizations that need it most.”

This vision, combined with the duo’s technical pedigree, has positioned them as emerging leaders in the next generation of AI-powered social infrastructure and frontrunners for Forbes’ 30 Under 30.

The platform’s technical moat is anchored by the COO Vanessa Francesca Ortega — Posse Alumni, SU Remembrance Scholar, and Newhouse’s Dean Branham Scholar. She is the founder & CEO of Civic Trust Systems, the core operating system powering municipal-scale AI platforms, including HellogovAI Inc.

“ImpactIQ is built on infrastructure originally designed to power secure, large-scale government service delivery,” said Ortega. “Through Civic Trust Systems, I developed the AI delivery model and user experience architecture that enables platforms like Hellogov. We are now applying that same level of security and privacy to the social sector.”

By leveraging Civic Trust Systems, DV4G delivers government-grade security, privacy-first data handing, and scalable AI intelligence— without the complexity of cost of traditional enterprise systems.

As a free resource for the sector, the founders co-host a DV4G Podcast on Instagram (@DataViz4GoodHQ). The next episode explores how ImpactIQ’s privacy-first architecture not only protects sensitive community data but also strengthens grant readiness and institutional trust.

DV4G is currently scaling ImpactIQ for global researchers, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations seeking to modernize how they measure and communicate impact.

Unlock the full impact of your data at DataViz4Good.org.

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QuickLogic to Showcase EOS™ S3 and eFPGA Solutions at Sensors Converge

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SAN JOSE, Calif., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — QuickLogic Corporation (NASDAQ: QUIK) will showcase its EOS™ S3 SoC and eFPGA solutions at Sensors Converge 2026, taking place at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Attendees can visit Booth 1039 to see how developers can build always-on, ultra-low power sensor and voice-enabled systems with greater flexibility and faster time-to-market.

At the booth, QuickLogic will highlight the EOS™ S3, a fully integrated platform designed for concurrent voice, motion, environmental, and biometric sensing. With its built-in low-power sound detection, Arm® Cortex®-M4F processor, and embedded FPGA, the EOS™ S3 enables developers to implement custom hardware acceleration while minimizing power consumption—ideal for battery-operated and always-on applications.

Date: May 6 and 7, 2026

Booth: 1039

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Wednesday, May 6: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PMThursday, May 7: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

About QuickLogic
QuickLogic Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in eFPGA Hard IP, Strategic Radiation Hardened and Antifuse FPGAs and ruggedized programmable logic solutions. QuickLogic’s unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with open-source tools to deliver highly customizable, low-power solutions for aerospace and defense, industrial, computing, and consumer markets. For more information, visit www.quicklogic.com.

QuickLogic and logo are registered trademarks of QuickLogic. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders and should be treated as such.

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PIRELLI WILL START CYBER™ TYRE PRODUCTION IN GEORGIA UNDERLINING THE STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE OF THE U.S. MARKET

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Pirelli further strengthens its commitment to the country. Investment and output expansion details will be communicated in the coming months following the finalization of the development plans

MILAN and WASHINGTON, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pirelli is reinforcing its long-term commitment to the United States with a key step in its product and industrial strategy. The Georgia plant, already dedicated to the most technologically advanced products for the U.S. market—both in the High-Value segment and in Motorsport—will be further enhanced by the production of connected tires featuring Cyber™ Tyre technology. This development highlights the strategic importance of the U.S. for Pirelli’s global growth roadmap, strengthening the company’s integrated industrial and technological presence in the country.

The announcement comes as Pirelli participates in the SelectUSA Investment Summit, the flagship event promoted by the U.S. Department of Commerce, where Cyber™ Tyre is being showcased as a core innovation shaping the future of smart mobility. 

Cyber™ Tyre is the world’s first hardware-and-software system capable of collecting data and information from sensors embedded in tires, processing them through Pirelli’s proprietary software and algorithms, and, by communicating in real time with the vehicle’s electronics, enabling new functionalities integrated with driving and control systems to enhance the driving experience and increase safety levels, as well as supporting connected infrastructure.

In a highly advanced market such as the United States, where digital and smart mobility solutions are rapidly expanding, Cyber™ Tyre represents a distinctive competitive advantage for Pirelli.

At SelectUSA, Cyber™ Tyre was showcased at the Georgia State booth, a particularly meaningful presence given Pirelli’s industrial footprint in the state, where it has been established for more than 20 years.

“The start of Cyber™ Tyre production in our Rome, Georgia plant is a significant milestone for Pirelli in this country,” said Claudio Zanardo, CEO of Pirelli North America. “It reflects our commitment to bringing advanced technologies like Cyber™ Tyre closer to the market, further strengthening our industrial footprint and innovation capabilities in the United States.”

To further enhance the role of Rome as a high-tech production site, Pirelli is finalizing the introduction of the latest version of the MIRS (Modular Integrated Robotized System) production process. It will be the most advanced manufacturing process for high-end, premium production within the entire Pirelli Group, and is exclusive to the Georgia factory. The process further enhances robotized production capabilities, increasing productivity, flexibility, and quality.

It is a highly digitalized system that enables a direct link between product design and its industrial application.

This development lays the groundwork for growth in Pirelli’s production capacity in Rome, an integral part of the Group’s industrial development plans, and will further strengthen Pirelli’s presence in the United States—one of its most important and strategic markets.

The Rome, Georgia, plant specializes in high-value tire production for the North American market. It also hosts a dedicated R&D center, further strengthening its role in technological development and product innovation.

The facility is recognized for its responsible sourcing practices, including the use of FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®)-certified natural rubber, underscoring the company’s broader environmental commitment across its supply chain.

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