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X-Silicon Introduces the World’s First Vulkan Driver Implementation for RISC-V, Enabling an entire Ecosystem of 3D Graphics, AI and Compute for Low-Power, Mobile, Edge and IOT Devices

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SAN DIEGO, June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — X-Silicon is demonstrating the 1st Vulkan™ Software Rendering Platform capability running on the RISC-V Architecture.  This opens up a new segment of low-power and high-performance mobile device 3D graphics and compute capabilities, with Android™ on RISC-V. 

Vulkan™ developed by Khronos Group™ is designed for high-performance 3D graphics and games and parallel computing. Vulkan™ provides multithreading, unified graphics and compute kernels and explicit control over memory synchronization. 

The Vulkan™ API is an industry standard low-level cross-platform graphics and compute middleware that provides more direct control over the GPU hardware than legacy APIs like OpenGL.  This enables developers to architect custom middleware that make optimum use of the hardware.

X-Silicon is planning to define a new embedded subset of Vulkan standard in cooperation with industry and standards partners, akin to OpenGL/ES, which was invented by the X-Silicon team.  This standard aims to provide 3D graphics capability on low-end, low-memory footprint, power conscious devices such as mobile devices, smart watches, wearables and IOT devices.

X-Silicon is developing hardware IP blocks (C-GTPU) that accelerate the Vulkan API and provide developers with open access to its DGX™ Graphics Extensions.

“We have Vulkan content running in software on RISC-V silicon at an average of 20+ FPS. Our hardware accelerators in development and additional software optimizations will give greater than 100x performance uplift,” said Colin McKellar, Senior Director of Engineering at X-Silicon.

Videos running Vulkan on RISC-V at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNva9WrwZ2A

“We are excited to be the 1st to demonstrate compelling 3D content on our RISC-V Enabled Vulkan software rendering platform,” said Dan Nilsson CEO X-Silicon. “Our platform shows the 3D Developers that there is a new viable platform to deploy rich content on RISC-V as an alternative for device manufacturers.”

“Open systems and APIs have proven their success and necessity for decades, supported by major companies from the semiconductor to supercomputer sectors,” said Dr. Jon Peddie, President of Jon Peddie Research. “RISC-V and the Vulkan API are open systems. Integrating them makes sense but is challenging. X-Silicon has been perfecting this integration in stealth mode for years and is now ready to license their innovation to others, likely receiving a positive reception.”

About X-Silicon
X-Silicon is creating a software, hardware and graphics IP platform designed for Personal and Intelligent AI and edge devices, IOT and servers. Our graphics software running on X-86/ARM/RISC-V accelerates compute AI/ML, vision and provides 2D/3D graphics in most cases with-out a GPU which brings incredible 3D graphics to mobile, edge and IOT devices. Our innovative open unified CPU-GPU (C-GTPU) with integrated memory is low power and cost with high performance scalable cores enables Personal and Intelligent Cognitive AI and edge devices, IOT and low power scalable servers. This IP platform design leverages RISC-V for AI, Imaging, 3D, Vision, HPC/Simulation, smartphones, wearables, IOT and VR. We license software and IP to OEMs, SOC and partner with silicon providers to enable billions of next generation graphics and low power and scalable devices and servers. Our experienced team has commercialized 3B+ chips and has 14 patents.

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Public safety takes priority as Boldyn, EE and TfL deploy Emergency Services Network infrastructure across the London Underground

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LONDON, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Boldyn Networks (Boldyn) has been selected to deliver 4G mobile network infrastructure that will enable the Emergency Services Network (ESN) across the London Underground. The network upgrade is an important step in updating London’s public safety critical communications, enhancing response times and improving the quality of information available to emergency services personnel addressing live incidents.

Boldyn’s delivery of infrastructure for ESN on the London Underground, in collaboration with EE, Transport for London (TfL) and the Home Office will enable more resilient and reliable communications services in the future for thousands of first responders including police, fire and ambulance services. The British Transport Police are expected to be among the largest users of the network.

Seamless mobile coverage across the 137 Tube, Docklands Light Railway and London Overground stations located ‘underground’, will provide first responders with immediate access to lifesaving data, imagery, live video and public safety information, supporting faster and more coordinated responses to live situations. This vital system will play a key role in enhancing safety and security for more than four million passengers that travel on London’s Tube network every day.

Faisal Mahomed, MD ESN Mobile Services, BT Group said: “EE is proud to be incorporating resilient, secure mobile coverage for the Emergency Services Network on London’s Underground, helping keep frontline responders connected in critical situations. Extending ESN below ground marks another important milestone in our long-term commitment to empowering Britain’s Emergency Services with trusted, mission critical communications. We’re pleased to be working alongside Boldyn Networks and TfL to provide this service.”

ESN will replace the current Airwave service used by the emergency services in Great Britain and transform how they operate by enabling fast, safe and secure voice, video and data across EE’s 4G network. This will improve how first responders operate by allowing immediate access to life-saving data, images and information on the frontline.

Rebecca Bissell, Transport for London’s Director of Technology Products and Operations, said: “Keeping our customers and London’s emergency services personnel safe while they travel and operate across our network is our top priority. That means ensuring frontliners are equipped with immediate access to lifesaving information to respond more effectively to emergency situations and keep London moving safely.”

Delivering these new capabilities within the London Underground presents unique engineering challenges because it is one of the UK’s most complex transport environments. Boldyn Networks was awarded a 20-year concession by TfL in 2021 to deliver mobile coverage across the entire London Underground network, bringing consistent, high-speed passenger connectivity across stations and tunnelled sections of the Tube.

Paul Osborne, Chief Commercial Officer UK, Boldyn Networks, said: “Access to connectivity for the emergency services can’t be compromised, especially in an environment as complex as the London Underground. Critically, ESN will ensure first responders can stay connected when it matters most, with access to the data and tools they need to respond quickly, safely and successfully. We’re proud to continue our work with TfL and EE to help safeguard the millions of daily passengers across the London Underground network.”

This deal reinforces Boldyn’s role as a trusted partner in extending London’s digital capacity and underpinning the capital’s long-term connectivity ambitions. In addition to the project to deliver mobile coverage across the Tube network, which remains on track for delivery by the end of 2026, Boldyn and TfL are committed to scaling the capital’s fibre backbone and installing small-cell technology on street furniture.

The ESN programme is a critical national infrastructure initiative, designed to provide fast, secure and reliable critical communications for the UK’s emergency services. The expansion of mobile coverage across the London Underground network is a major step towards ensuring comprehensive connectivity is available where it is needed most.

About Boldyn Networks

Boldyn Networks is one of the world’s largest neutral host providers and a leader in private networks, delivering the advanced shared network infrastructure needed for a smart, inclusive, and sustainable future. It brings together the combined scale and expertise of industry-leading companies with a single purpose: to unlock the power of an interconnected future. From interconnected transit, venues and enterprises, smart cities, next-generation and bespoke private networks, to smart campuses, Boldyn enables new possibilities in the way people live, work and play. Bringing connectivity to the most complex environments. Our portfolio is harnessing fibre, accelerating 5G, and looking beyond to the next breakthroughs. With headquarters in the UK, Our global operations span North America, Europe, and Asia. Boldyn Networks. Reimagine tomorrow. Transform today.

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Medtronic announces CE Mark for Stealth AXiS™ surgical system

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Following recent FDA clearances, Medtronic is accelerating access to integrated planning, navigation, and robotics platform across Europe

GALWAY, Ireland, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, has received CE mark for the Stealth AXiS™ surgical system, a next-generation platform that brings planning, navigation, and robotics together into one single, intelligent system. The Stealth AXiS™ system is indicated for spine and cranial procedures, highlighting the platform’s scalability across multiple surgical specialties for Medtronic.

“Receiving CE mark for the Stealth AXiS™ system marks an important milestone in expanding access to advanced surgical technologies across Europe,” said Oli Prosperi, Vice President, International Commercial, Cranial & Spinal Technologies, Medtronic. “Achieving CE mark in the current regulatory environment, under EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR), underscores our commitment to bringing meaningful innovation into a highly diverse healthcare landscape.” 

The Stealth AXiS™ system represents major advancement in surgical technology by integrating planning, navigation, and robotic execution into a single, modular platform. Designed to support a wide range of clinical workflows and surgical environments, the system enables hospitals to adopt capabilities based on their needs, while maintaining flexibility for future expansion.

A key innovation of the system is LiveAlign™ segmental tracking, an industry-first capability that allows surgeons to visualize anatomical motion and patient alignment in real time during spine procedures. As a cornerstone of Medtronic’s AiBLE™ ecosystem, the Stealth AXiS™ system connects pre-, intra-, and post-operative workflows, enabling a more integrated approach to surgical care.

A key strength of the platform lies in its AI-driven architecture, which enables advanced planning and visualization across all stages of surgery – before, during, and after the procedure. In cranial applications, it features AI-powered automatic tractography, allowing surgeons to create patient-specific brain maps and clearly visualize critical neural pathways linked to essential brain functions.

“The introduction of the Stealth AXiS™ system to Europe reflects our focus on delivering connected platforms that improve precision, efficiency, and consistency across diverse healthcare systems,” said Michael Carter, Senior Vice President and President of Cranial & Spinal Technologies at Medtronic. “By bringing planning, navigation, and robotic guidance into a unified workflow, we are helping surgeons translate insight into action in the operating room, supporting more predictable and personalized care while building a strong foundation for continued innovation.”

The CE mark follows U.S. FDA clearances earlier this year, highlighting Medtronic’s ability to rapidly bring advanced surgical technologies to global markets.

For more information about the Stealth AXiS™ surgical system and the AiBLE™ smart ecosystem, visit our website.

About the Cranial & Spinal Technologies Business at Medtronic
As the global market leader, Medtronic Cranial and Spinal Technologies is transforming the standard of care in spine and cranial surgery by putting patients first and addressing the complex challenges faced by spine and neurosurgeons. With a portfolio of 150 products covering more than 20 pathologies, we serve over 4 million patients annually. Building on a legacy of innovation, our AiBLE™ ecosystem integrates advanced technologies, data, and AI with a patient-centric approach, offering customizable solutions to enhance surgical precision, improve workflow efficiency, and achieve better outcomes, before, during, and beyond surgery.

About Medtronic
Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are Medtronic. Medtronic plc, headquartered in Galway, Ireland, is the leading global healthcare technology company that boldly attacks the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people across more than 150 countries. Our technologies and therapies treat 70 health conditions and include cardiac devices, surgical robotics, insulin pumps, surgical tools, patient monitoring systems, and more. Powered by our diverse knowledge, insatiable curiosity, and desire to help all those who need it, we deliver innovative technologies that transform the lives of two people every second, every hour, every day. Expect more from us as we empower insight-driven care, experiences that put people first, and better outcomes for our world. In everything we do, we are engineering the extraordinary. For more information on Medtronic, visit www.Medtronic.com and follow Medtronic on LinkedIn.

Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as those described in Medtronic’s periodic reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ materially from anticipated results.

Contacts:
Maria Trenzado
Communications for Western Europe
maria.trenzado@medtronic.com

Ingrid Goldberg
Investor Relations
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Private Domain Data-Driven AI Evolution: KeyAPI.ai Unlocks Global Omnichannel Data

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BEIJING, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As artificial intelligence deeply permeates all industries, competition among AI applications has shifted far beyond model parameter comparisons — it now centers on data quality and scenario adaptation capabilities. A clear industry consensus has emerged: private domain data forms the foundational backbone of AI. Without dedicated data support, AI only generates generic, undifferentiated content.

Even the most powerful general large language models produce standardized, one-size-fits-all outputs without exclusive, precise, scenario-specific data. This fails to meet enterprises’ core demands for personalized operations, targeted marketing, and intelligent decision-making. Efficient, compliant, and cost-effective aggregation of private and public omnichannel data has become the critical bottleneck for AI implementation — and KeyAPI.ai delivers the definitive solution to break through this barrier.

I. Data Reigns Supreme: Private Domain Data — The Core Key to Breaking AI’s Generic Limitations

Most current AI solutions suffer from the common pain point of “broad coverage with shallow depth”. Trained on public datasets, general large models possess broad general knowledge but lack vertical industry insights and enterprise-specific personalized attributes.

Whether for e-commerce user preference analysis, social media content trend research, or brand targeted marketing strategies, AI disconnected from proprietary business data cannot align with real-world scenarios or deliver tangible commercial value.

The core strengths of private domain data lie in its uniqueness, exclusivity, and scenario relevance. As valuable long-term enterprise assets, private domain data encompasses user behavior patterns, transaction records, interaction feedback, and proprietary content archives. It encapsulates industry know-how and authentic user demands — an irreplaceable digital goldmine beyond generic public data.

For e-commerce brands, product reviews and repurchase data enable AI to accurately decode user preferences. For social media operators, comments and engagement metrics help AI capture market shifts and public sentiment. For brand communities, private group data powers personalized content recommendations and service optimization. Only through efficient aggregation and standardized processing of private domain data can enterprises infuse AI with contextual intelligence, upgrading generic AI tools into customized intelligent engines tailored to business needs.

II. Omnichannel Data Aggregation: KeyAPI.ai Dismantles Global Social & E-commerce Data Silos

Enterprises face massive hurdles when independently connecting scattered cross-platform data: fragmented interfaces, complex platform rules, and exorbitant ongoing maintenance costs. Powered by a unified leading API architecture, KeyAPI.ai eliminates data barriers and enables one-stop aggregation of data from major global platforms worldwide.

2.1 Full-Coverage Global Social Media Data

KeyAPI.ai integrates data from 20+ mainstream global social platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, X (Twitter), Reddit, and Pinterest.

Access comprehensive datasets via a single unified interface: account profiles, post content, video assets, comment interactions, operational analytics, and audience profiling labels. Businesses no longer need to develop separate interfaces, manage scattered API keys, or adapt to fragmented platform rules, drastically cutting technical costs and time investment for data integration.

2.2 In-Depth E-commerce Data Integration to Empower Business Intelligence

Beyond social media, KeyAPI.ai pioneers deep data integration for core e-commerce platforms including TikTok Shop and Amazon. As an industry-leading data provider for cross-border e-commerce, it delivers critical business signals: product details, customer reviews & ratings, sales performance, seller intelligence, viral product trends, and e-commerce advertising analytics.

These datasets fuel product research, competitor benchmarking, marketing optimization, and in-depth user insights. The platform continues expanding its ecosystem, with plans to onboard more leading e-commerce and content platforms. It is building a complete “social + e-commerce” omnichannel data ecosystem to support end-to-end enterprise business intelligence.

III. Core Functional Breakdown: KeyAPI.ai Fully Optimized for AI & Enterprise Operations

Built on three core pillars — AI-native design, omnichannel aggregation, and ultimate ease of use — KeyAPI.ai delivers a full-suite workflow covering data collection, processing, and seamless integration. It adapts perfectly to AI agents, LLM workflows, and daily enterprise operations, with every feature engineered to address core business pain points.

3.1 Omnichannel Data Collection: One-Click Access to Cross-Platform Core Datasets

As KeyAPI.ai’s flagship capability, unified cross-platform data scraping and aggregation eliminate frequent interface switching. One single API key unlocks full-scenario data access:

Comprehensive social media data: Retrieve account statistics, posts, video materials, comment threads, video transcripts, fan portraits, and operational analytics across 20+ global social platforms. It supports precise bulk data extraction and targeted searches for TikTok creator store data, Instagram Reels/Stories, YouTube video metrics, and trend tracking, ideal for social media management and brand reputation monitoring.Core e-commerce intelligence: Extract detailed Amazon and TikTok Shop data, including product specifications, customer feedback, sales rankings, bestseller trends, merchant profiles, and ad performance data. It also supports Amazon bestseller and discount tracking, supplying first-hand data for product sourcing and competitor analysis.Real-time & long-term historical data: Capture real-time data for instant AI inference and dynamic monitoring, alongside 1,000 days of archived historical data — the most extensive historical dataset in the industry. This empowers AI model training, long-term trend analysis, and business performance reviews, with timely data updates to guarantee accuracy and timeliness.

3.2 AI-Friendly Integration: Minimal Configuration for Seamless AI Ecosystem Compatibility

Engineered from the ground up for AI scenarios, KeyAPI.ai enables rapid integration with all mainstream AI tools and systems without complex development requirements:

Full MCP Protocol Support: Fully compatible with the Model Context Protocol (MCP), the universal standard for AI tool and large model interaction. AI agents and LLM workflows can directly call KeyAPI.ai’s data interfaces for out-of-the-box connectivity, equipping AI systems with real-time external data perception.Self-Service API Key Management: Users can instantly generate and manage API keys via the platform dashboard for fast integration. Built on standard REST architecture, services are accessible simply by adding a Bearer token in request headers. No SDK installation or complicated setup is required, enabling rapid adoption for technical and non-technical users alike.Structured JSON Output: All returned data is formatted in standardized JSON, requiring no extra cleaning or conversion. Structured output connects directly to AI training pipelines, automation tools, and data analysis systems, reducing extra data processing overhead and boosting operational efficiency.

3.3 Scalable Customization & Cross-Industry Adaptability

Continuously iterating and expanding its capabilities, KeyAPI.ai caters to diverse industries and business scenarios:

Continuous platform expansion: With 20+ integrated social and e-commerce platforms and ongoing additions, it is evolving into a fully interconnected global data ecosystem.Multi-scenario versatility: Ideal for AI agent development, LLM fine-tuning, cross-border brand management, overseas marketing analytics, and automation tool building. AI developers, cross-border operation teams, and data analysts alike can leverage tailored modules to maximize data value.

IV. AI-Native Architecture: Tailor-Built for AI Agents & LLM Workflows

Guided by an Agent-First design philosophy, KeyAPI.ai is purpose-built for artificial intelligence use cases, fully aligned with the operational needs of large language models, autonomous AI agents, and intelligent automation systems.

4.1 Native MCP Integration for Unmatched AI Ecosystem Synergy

Wide-ranging MCP support enables seamless connectivity between AI agents, LLM workflows, and KeyAPI.ai’s data infrastructure. Intelligent systems can automatically request, parse, and apply real-time global data with zero custom adaptation. It delivers stable integration with mainstream models including ChatGPT, Claude, and major AI agent frameworks, strengthening AI contextual awareness, scenario adaptability, and real-time data acquisition efficiency.

Conclusion

In an era defined by AI-driven business transformation, an enterprise’s ability to acquire and integrate data directly determines its speed of intelligent upgrading.

Combining omnichannel data aggregation with AI-native infrastructure, KeyAPI.ai offers a streamlined, high-performance solution to break down data silos and unlock the full value of private domain data. Whether for AI application development, agent deployment, cross-border social & e-commerce operations, data-driven marketing, or strategic business decision-making, KeyAPI.ai serves as your core data engine for AI transformation.

Empower every dataset to become a sustainable competitive advantage, and unlock new growth opportunities in the intelligent global business landscape.

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