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embedUR systems spins out ModelNova to accelerate Edge AI development lifecycles

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With 18 months of momentum and nine semiconductor partners, ModelNova launches as an independent company to solve Edge AI’s hardest unsolved problem — shipping AI on any silicon

SAN RAMON, Calif., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ModelNova™, an Edge AI company from embedUR systems, today announced its full-scale launch as an independent company dedicated to making artificial intelligence practical on power-efficient edge devices.

“The gap between a working model and a shipping product is what’s holding the industry back — ModelNova is focused on precisely that problem, and its launch is a meaningful step for the whole ecosystem,” said Michael Hurlston, President and CEO, Lumentum

As the industry accelerates toward “physical AI” — bringing intelligence out of the cloud and into the real world so that machines can sense, decide, and act on their own — the hardest problem is no longer training a model but getting it to run reliably on constrained, AI-accelerated silicon. ModelNova was created to close that gap by pairing ready-to-use building blocks with the tooling and expertise needed to take models all the way to high-volume production.

“Every technology wave lives or dies on whether developers can actually build with it, and Edge AI is at that inflection point now. The gap between a working model and a shipping product is what’s holding the industry back — ModelNova is focused on precisely that problem, and its launch is a meaningful step for the whole ecosystem,” said Michael Hurlston, President and CEO, Lumentum.

One company, the full Edge AI lifecycle

ModelNova’s offering spans three complementary pillars:

Model Zoo — A free, open-source library of pre-trained models, datasets, and use-case blueprints, optimized for small, power-efficient devices. The Zoo gives developers a fast, no-cost starting point to validate a concept on real hardware, from a Raspberry Pi to AI-native silicon from ModelNova’s semiconductor partners, who include ARM, STMicroelectronics, Infineon, Alif Semiconductor, NXP, Silicon Labs, Renesas, Synaptics, and Ceva. ModelNova is also a Leadership Partner of the EDGE AI FOUNDATION, the global community advancing Edge AI research, education, and adoption.

Fusion Studio — A commercial development platform that orchestrates the full path from model to product across MCU and NPU silicon. Where other tools stop at compiling a model, Fusion Studio delivers system-level integration – handling the pipeline, the runtime, and the silicon-specific optimization that turns a promising prototype into a shippable product.

Licensable production-ready models — Five hardened, production-ready models. NovaEyeD (facial recognition) is purpose-built for security-sensitive applications such as access control, keyless entry, and personalization, while a suite of wireless sensing models enables applications from motion and micro-motion detection to automotive child presence detection via WiFi, UWB, mmWave, and more.

“The Alif Ensemble Series was built to bring real AI inference to power-efficient silicon, and ModelNova has been the partner proving what’s possible on it — from free Zoo models to production-ready deployments optimized for our MCUs. Their launch as an independent company gives developers an even clearer path from concept to product, and that’s exactly what this partnership has always been about,” said Reza Kazerounian, Co-Founder & President at Alif Semiconductor.

Built on two decades of embedded expertise ModelNova’s launch as an independent company reflects 18 months of momentum. Its model zoo already powers Edge AI ecosystems for two major silicon vendors, with production models proven in real-world consumer, medical, and AIoT markets.

“ModelNova began as our answer to a simple question: why is it still so hard to turn a working AI model into a real product at the edge? Establishing ModelNova as an independent company lets us go after that problem with full focus — giving developers a free place to start, a platform to build on, and production-ready models they can license and ship,”

said Rajesh Subramaniam, CEO & Founder of embedUR systems.

“When we started the EDGE AI FOUNDATION, we believed that if you brought silicon vendors, researchers, and developers together around shared knowledge, the market would respond with real companies solving real deployment problems. ModelNova’s launch as an independent company — spanning open-source models, professional tooling, and production licensing — is exactly the kind of maturation we hoped to see. It’s a proud moment for the whole Edge AI community,” said Pete Bernard, CEO of the EDGE AI FOUNDATION.

Availability

The ModelNova Zoo is free today, Fusion Studio is available now in beta, and NovaEyeD and other production-ready models are available for licensing. Explore the full offering at modelnova.com.

About ModelNova

ModelNova is an embedUR systems company built to serve the Edge AI silicon ecosystem — AI-focused semiconductor vendors and the developers and product teams building on their chips. By pairing ready-to-use building blocks with silicon-aware tooling, ModelNova helps chipmakers and their customers turn AI ambitions into shipping products. Learn more at modelnova.com.

About embedUR systems

embedUR systems is a Silicon Valley-based engineering company with over two decades of expertise spanning firmware, connectivity, and device intelligence, serving the world’s leading networking, telecom, and connectivity providers. embedUR is the parent company of ModelNova. Learn more at embedur.ai.

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Sai Rajesh, ModelNova, 1 5103539111, marketing@modelnova.ai, https://modelnova.com

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Dr. Lynn Welch and S&G Labs Launch Inaugural S&G Scholarship for Veterans, Pioneering Educational Support for Those Who Served

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&G Labs, founded by Dr. Lynn Welch, today announced the launch of the S&G Scholarship for Veterans, a new initiative designed to support undergraduate student veterans as they pursue higher education and prepare for meaningful careers. The scholarship reflects the organization’s deep commitment to service, opportunity, and community impact, honoring those who have served the nation with dedication and distinction.

Dr. Lynn Welch, a physician who has cared for patients on Hawaii’s Big Island since 2008, established S&G Labs to address the growing need for precise medication monitoring and expert laboratory services.

The S&G Labs Scholarship for Veterans was created to honor the service and sacrifice of military veterans who are pursuing higher education.

Eligibility and Application Requirements

To be considered for the S&G Scholarship for Veterans, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university in the United States.Be a veteran of the United States Armed Forces.Be in good academic standing.Submit a complete application before the scholarship deadline.Submit an original essay between 500 and 800 words responding to the following prompt:

“Military service often shapes leadership abilities, resilience, and a sense of purpose. Describe how your experience as a veteran has influenced your educational journey and future career goals. Discuss the lessons you learned through service, how those lessons have impacted your approach to challenges, and how you plan to use your education to make a meaningful contribution to your community, profession, or society.”

Submission Process and Deadlines

Eligible applicants should submit the following materials via email to apply@sandgscholarship.com:

Full NameContact Information (Email Address and Phone Number)Name of Current College or UniversityProof of Undergraduate EnrollmentProof of Veteran StatusOriginal Essay (500–800 words) responding to the scholarship prompt

The deadline to apply for the scholarship is March 15, 2027. The winner will be announced on April 15, 2027.

About S&G Labs

S&G Labs is a leader in advanced medication monitoring and drug detection services, providing clinicians with innovative tools that support personalized patient care.

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Sandler Partners and Liminal Announce Strategic Partnership to Bring Secure Generative AI Solutions to Enterprise Customers Nationwide

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This new partnership gives Sandler Partners’ extensive network of technology experts access to Liminal’s enterprise AI governance and enablement platform.

REDONDO BEACH, Calif., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sandler Partners, the nation’s leading independent technology distributor, today announced a strategic partnership with Liminal, the company behind the leading secure AI governance and enablement platform for enterprises. This collaboration enables Sandler Partners’ network of more than 10,000 trusted technology experts to offer Liminal’s powerful platform to organizations looking to empower their workforce with the latest AI tools while maintaining total control over data security, governance, and visibility.

As organizations across industries look to accelerate their adoption of AI tools, the need for robust security, data protection, and policy enforcement has become critical. With Liminal, Partners can offer their clients unlimited, secure access to all the latest models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and others, plus the ability to safely leverage internal data in AI interactions. At the same time, the platform delivers the comprehensive data security, governance, and observability organizations demand. The result: organizations can move fast on AI without sacrificing control.

“Our goal is to equip Partners with the solutions, expertise, and resources they need to effectively lead strategic technology conversations with their clients,” said Ryan Yakos, SVP, Channel – Midwest. “Liminal expands our AI portfolio with a differentiated platform that addresses a rapidly growing area of customer interest. We’re excited to provide our Partners with another innovative solution that helps them create value and drive meaningful business outcomes.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with Sandler Partners to extend the reach of our AI governance platform,” said Michelle Eatherton, Chief Business Officer at Liminal. “With a proven track record of delivering best-in-class technology solutions through their network of 10,000+ expert agents and advisors, Sandler is an ideal partner to help us empower more enterprises to adopt generative AI securely and responsibly.”

This collaboration reflects both companies’ commitment to helping businesses navigate AI adoption while maintaining security and control.

About Sandler Partners

Sandler Partners helps empower its network of leading independent Sales Partners to deliver a comprehensive range of technology solutions to organizations worldwide, including Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Connectivity, Cloud, Colocation, Mobility, Internet of Things (IoT), and Continuity. Its community-focused approach enables Partners to identify the right solutions for customers quickly and objectively from a diverse portfolio of 220+ Providers.

Partner sales agents, VARs, and MSPs gain access to an innovative suite of sales tools within the Sandler Portal—including SCOUTSolutions FinderScout for Solutions, and the Marketing Center—several of which are AI-powered, all backed by a robust support network, dedicated Sales Engineering expertise, and rich marketing resources. Together, these tools and resources empower Partners to focus on what they do best: delivering quality, value, performance, innovative solutions, unmatched expertise, and exceptional service to their clients.

Members of the Sandler Partners community also benefit from the industry’s strongest negotiated agreements and a dedicated team committed to ensuring commissions are accurately identified, tracked, and paid. For more information, visit www.sandlerpartners.com.

About Liminal

Liminal is the secure, flexible, cost effective way organizations deploy generative AI.  With Liminal, regulated enterprises are able to experience the productivity benefits of AI, while enjoying world-class data protection, governance, and observability capabilities – all delivered with unparalleled cost efficiency. For more information, visit www.liminal.ai.

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Sandler Partners
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tina@sandlerpartners.com 
310.796.1393

Liminal
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marc@liminal.ai 
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Greenberg Traurig’s Bob Sanders Recognized for Service to Downtown West Palm Beach

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James paid tribute to Greenberg Traurig, P.A. Government Law & Policy Of Counsel Bob Sanders during the July 6 City Commission meeting in recognition of his longstanding leadership and service to the West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The tribute was accepted on Sanders’ behalf by his son, Scott E. Sanders.

Sanders was first appointed to the DDA Board of Directors in 1990 and later returned in 2014, serving four consecutive three-year terms through 2026. During his tenure, he served as chairman from 2000 to 2003 and again from 2018 to 2020, and as vice chairman from 2024 to 2025.

James recognized Sanders for “more than four decades of leadership” and credited his vision, dedication, and institutional knowledge with helping guide West Palm Beach through one of its most significant periods of growth and revitalization.

“Bob has long been a unifying force in West Palm Beach, bringing others together through public service, civic engagement, and his tireless work on behalf of clients and the community,” said Tracy L. Gerber, Managing Shareholder of Greenberg Traurig’s West Palm Beach office. “His leadership, insight, and dedication to public service have left a lasting mark on the community, and we are proud to see him recognized for his contributions.”

Sanders, who is based in the West Palm Beach office, focuses his practice on governmental, administrative, land use, and real estate matters. Prior to joining the firm in 2000, he served as West Palm Beach deputy city attorney and city administrator. He played a key role in the city’s revitalization efforts and numerous landmark development projects, including CityPlace, the Palm Beach County Convention Center, The Esplanade on Worth Avenue, Phillips Point, and the redevelopment of the West Palm Beach Auditorium.

About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has approximately 3,100 lawyers across 51 locations in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm’s broad geographic and practice range enables the delivery of innovative and strategic legal services across borders and industries. Recognized as a 2025 BTI “Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm” by general counsel for trust and relationship management, Greenberg Traurig is consistently ranked among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100, NLJ 500, and Law360 400. Greenberg Traurig is also known for its philanthropic giving, culture, innovation, and pro bono work. Web: www.gtlaw.com.

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