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Open Letter to President-Elect Donald J. Trump: Strengthening High School STEM Programs to Protect American Workers and National Security

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Dr. David Kanani, President of Los Angeles ORT College, urges President-Elect Trump to prioritize high school STEM education. Addressing findings from a CIS report, Dr. Kanani highlights the need to protect American workers, reduce reliance on foreign talent, and bolster national security through STEM.

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Dear President-Elect Trump, Congratulations on your victory. As you prepare to lead our great nation once again, I urge you to address an issue that lies at the heart of America’s future strength and security: revitalizing STEM education in our high schools to build a competitive, self-reliant workforce and safeguard our nation from economic and security vulnerabilities.

Recent findings from a report by the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS), titled ICE’s Controversial Foreign Student Employment Programs Not Protecting U.S. Workers, underscore the urgent need for action. The report highlights how programs like Optional Practical Training (OPT), which allow foreign students to work in the U.S. after graduation, fail to enforce adequate wage protections for American workers, and disincentivize American high school students from seeking careers in STEM fields. This lack of oversight disadvantages U.S. citizens, particularly in STEM fields, by creating a system where employers can bypass homegrown talent for cheaper foreign labor.

If we want to rebuild America’s greatness, we must address these challenges head-on. That starts with investing in and reforming high school STEM education to create a strong foundation for American students to thrive in these critical fields.

Here’s what we must do:

Expand and Prioritize STEM Programs in High Schools:
By strengthening high school STEM curricula, we can prepare young Americans to compete globally in fields like technology, engineering, and advanced manufacturing. A national emphasis on these programs will reduce our dependence on foreign-trained professionals and ensure that our workforce remains competitive.

Protect American Workers and Students:
As the CIS report reveals, programs like OPT allow employers to sideline American graduates in favor of foreign workers at lower wages, shrinking the job market for U.S. graduates. Students must be encouraged to pursue STEM careers with the assurance that good jobs await them. Addressing this imbalance begins with empowering our high schoolers to pursue these careers confidently, knowing their contributions will be valued.

Align STEM Education with National Security Needs:
Foreign nationals, particularly from adversarial nations like China, dominate graduate STEM programs in the U.S. The CIS report raises concerns that such access to advanced technology and research poses a national security threat. To counter this, we must develop a strong domestic pipeline of STEM talent, starting in our high schools, and ensure that STEM education focuses on areas vital to national security, such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and energy independence.

Set Federal Standards for STEM Education:
Let’s establish rigorous high school STEM programs that focus on innovation, critical thinking, and real-world application. Federal funding should support teacher training, modern lab facilities, and cutting-edge resources to ensure every American high schooler has access to a world-class education.

President-Elect Trump, the findings in the CIS report are a wake-up call. If we want to remain the global leader in innovation and protect our national interests, we must invest in the next generation of American workers. Strengthening high school STEM education is the key to ensuring our economy is powered by homegrown talent and safeguarding our nation’s security in an increasingly competitive world.

The time to act is now. President-Elect Trump, as you chart the course for America’s future, I urge you to prioritize high school STEM education as a cornerstone of our national strategy. Together, we can build a self-reliant workforce, secure our nation’s technological edge, and protect the American dream for generations to come.

We can help. Los Angeles ORT College and Bramson ORT Institute of Technology offer a unique and rigorous STEM curriculum for high school students that adheres to all Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and is certified by the prestigious New York Academy of Sciences. In addition, we provide a STEM teacher training and professional development (STPD) course to certify teachers in STEM. Our institution stands ready to support your administration’s efforts with proven solutions for STEM education and workforce development.

Sincerely,
Dr. David Kanani
President, Los Angeles ORT College
President, Bramson ORT Institute of Technology
Director, U.S. ORT Operations
PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (Princeton)
Dedicated Advocate for STEM Education and National Security

About Los Angeles ORT College
Los Angeles ORT College is a non-profit institution committed to delivering exceptional education and career training in various fields, including STEM disciplines. The college’s mission is to empower individuals through a blend of academic excellence and practical skills, preparing them for success in an ever-evolving global workforce. LA ORT also offers specialized STEM teacher training and development courses for high school educators, helping them achieve certification and enhance STEM education nationwide. To learn more, visit https://laort.edu/teacher-stem-certificate/ or contact Dr. Kanani at Dkanani@laort.edu

About Dr. David Kanani, Ph.D.
Dr. David Kanani serves as the Director of US ORT Operations, President of Bramson ORT Institute of Technology, and President of Los Angeles ORT College. With over 40 years of experience in engineering, education, and leadership, Dr. Kanani is a passionate advocate for STEM education and national security. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) from Princeton University and is dedicated to fostering innovation and developing a robust pipeline of STEM talent in the United States.

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IIFL Capital’s Maiden Late-Stage Private Equity Fund Announces First Close at ~ ₹500 Crore

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IIFL Capital’s Late-Stage Private Equity Fund targets a final close in excess of ₹1,000 crore within nine months from First CloseTwo transactions have already been committed with a pipeline of seven to eight deals under evaluation

MUMBAI, India, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IIFL Capital Asset Management Limited, the Asset Management arm of IIFL Capital, today announced that the IIFL Late-Stage Private Equity Fund, the maiden fund of its private equity platform, achieved its first close on 15 September 2026 with aggregate capital commitments of ~ ₹500 crore. The Fund invests in scaled-up, profitable Indian enterprises that are preparing to list on the public markets in the near term.

The Fund is targeting a total corpus of ₹1,000 crore, with a greenshoe option of additional ₹1,000 crore. It will remain open for subscription after the first close and aims to reach its final close within the next nine months. A larger corpus allows the Fund to back high-quality companies operating on a scale, in line with its late-stage, pre-IPO strategy.

The Fund is also evaluating a robust pipeline of opportunities, ranging from term sheet negotiations to transactions under diligence. The pipeline is diversified across integrated security-as-a-service, railway and wind energy components, specialty chemicals, defence equipment, IT-enabled services, pre-engineered buildings and consumer technology.

The Fund follows a clear mandate focused on scaled businesses nearing a public listing. The fund looks at sectors that envisage growth rate of 15%-18% per annum. The investee company should be amongst the top three-five players in its category, should have an EBITDA of at least ₹75-100 crore at investment with the intention to pursue IPO within three years. The average deal size is expected to be ₹50-100 crore per transaction.

Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Deepak Mittal, Chief Investment Officer and Head – Private Equity, IIFL Capital Asset Management Limited, said: “The first close marks the point at which this Fund moves from being a proposition to being a portfolio. We are grateful to our investors for their confidence in a volatile global environment. With two high-quality transactions already committed and a live pipeline of seven to eight opportunities, we believe IIFL’s capabilities give us a distinct advantage in backing scaled enterprises on their journey to the public markets.”

The first close comes in the backdrop of India’s primary market revival. After a subdued April-June quarter, July and August 2026 together saw 35 mainboard IPOs, and foreign portfolio investors returned as net buyers, including through IPOs. Real GDP grew 7.8% in Q1 FY27, with gross fixed capital formation up 11.9%, supporting the sectors the Fund is targeting.

About IIFL Capital Asset Management Limited

IIFL Capital Asset Management Limited (formerly IIFL Securities Alternate Asset Management Limited) is the Investment Manager for Alternative Investment Funds sponsored by IIFL Capital Services Limited. It is registered with SEBI as an Alternative Investment Fund manager (IN/AIF3/19-20/0770, IN/AIF2/21-22/088), Investment Adviser (INA000019956) and Portfolio Manager (INP000009445). Registered office: Ground Floor 01, Hubtown Solaris, Saiwadi, N S Phadke Road, Andheri East, Mumbai 400069. Website: assetmanagement.iiflcapital.com

About IIFL Capital Services Ltd

IIFL Capital Services Ltd (formerly known as IIFL Securities Limited) (NSE: IIFLCAPS) (BSE: 542773) is one of the key capital market players in the Indian financial services space. IIFL Capital offers broking services, wealth management, financial products distribution, institutional broking, research and investment banking services.

Disclaimer: This press release is for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any units of the IIFL Late-Stage Private Equity Fund or any securities. Investments in alternative investment funds are subject to market and other risks, including loss of capital. Investors should read the Private Placement Memorandum, including the risk factors, before investing. Registration granted by SEBI, enlistment with BSE, and certification from NISM in no way guarantee performance of the intermediary or provide any assurance of returns to investors. Past performance of securities/instruments is not indicative of their future performance.

 

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Snapmaker Introduces New Filament Bundle, Expanding Its Full Spectrum Printing Ecosystem

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The Snapmaker PLA Full Spectrum Filament Bundle (White Edition) combines pure-white capability, more saturated cyan, magenta, and yellow filaments, and finely tuned light-transmission properties for vibrant, natural-looking color mixes. It expands Snapmaker’s integrated ecosystem of dedicated materials, Snapmaker Orca software, and U1 hardware.

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Snapmaker has introduced the Snapmaker PLA Full Spectrum Filament Bundle (White Edition), expanding the creative possibilities of layered color mixing on Snapmaker U1. The four-spool set combines semi-translucent cyan, magenta, yellow, and white PLA filaments to produce a broader palette, from vivid color mixes and soft pastels to directly printed pure-white details.

“Together with the reformulated color filaments, the addition of white opens up a broader range of visual styles.” — Blayne Sapelli, Creative Marketing Manager at Snapmaker.

Four Filaments, Beyond Four Colors

Full Spectrum color mixing creates additional perceived colors by alternating thin layers of semi-translucent filaments along the Z-axis. As light interacts with these layers, their colors blend visually, allowing a single print to go beyond the four loaded filament colors.

Snapmaker Orca, Snapmaker’s official slicing software, supports this layered color mixing workflow. Together with U1’s multi-toolhead architecture, it provides a practical foundation for exploring more colors with a small set of materials.

Radu “Ratdoux,” creator of Full Spectrum and now part of the Snapmaker team, said: “Full Spectrum changes the way we think about color in consumer FDM printing. Instead of adding more and more individual filament colors, we can use a small set of calibrated materials together with software and multi-toolhead hardware to generate a much broader spectrum. Our goal is to make that process simple enough that users can focus on what they want to create rather than how to engineer the color.”

Filaments Engineered for Brighter Color

White filament brings two distinct benefits: it enables pure-white areas that layered color mixing alone cannot produce, and it brightens mixed colors while reducing saturation for lighter, softer tones. Reformulated cyan, magenta, and yellow filaments offer stronger saturation, helping deliver more vibrant mixes.

The filaments’ color and Transmission Distance properties are tuned to promote natural blending and help reduce visible horizontal stripes. On Snapmaker U1, RFID recognition automatically loads preset filament information, simplifying setup.

These properties give creators more flexibility to combine vivid accents, gentle shades, and white details in character models, collectibles, home décor, and sculptural artwork. The four-spool approach also reduces the need to store separate filament colors for occasional use.

“Adding white is a meaningful step for creators who want lighter palettes and pure-white details within the same four-spool setup,” said Blayne Sapelli, Creative Marketing Manager at Snapmaker, “Together with the reformulated color filaments, it opens up a different range of visual styles. It also reflects how we are building our ecosystem: developing dedicated materials around real creative needs and connecting them with the tools people use to print.”

An Integrated Ecosystem for Color Creation

The Snapmaker PLA Full Spectrum Filament Bundle (White Edition) joins the Snapmaker PLA Full Spectrum Filament Bundle (Gray Edition) and the SnapSpeed PLA CMYK Lithophane Filament Bundle, expanding Snapmaker’s official lineup to three purpose-designed bundles.

The two PLA Full Spectrum bundles are designed for three-dimensional color mixing. The new bundle enables brighter mixes, softer pastels, and pure-white details, while the Gray Edition offers darker, more muted tones. The CMYK Lithophane bundle is optimized for flat, layered-color printing, including colorful backlit lithophanes made from photographs and illustrations.

Built around U1 and Snapmaker Orca, the lineup connects specialized materials with hardware and software support.

Pricing and Product Information

The bundle is priced at US$89 and contains four 1 kg spools, totaling 4 kg. For product details and regional purchasing information, visit the official product page.

About Snapmaker

Snapmaker makes products that empower everyone to change the world — literally. From 3-in-1 desktop fabrication machines to the Snapmaker U1 multicolor, multimaterial, toolchanger 3D printer, to the software that powers it all, Snapmaker is building an ecosystem that democratizes creation. Snapmaker: Make Something Wonderful.

For more information, visit Snapmaker.com.

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Hao Jiang, Snapmaker, 86 13588745216, jianghao@snapmaker.com, www.snapmaker.com

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Today, Intelligent Legal Solutions (ILS) and Anduin announced a partnership to provide a more streamlined service for both fund managers and law firms

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PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Intelligent Legal Solutions (ILS) and Anduin have announced a partnership to create a more connected fundraising experience for private markets fund managers and law firms.

ILS is the legal technology company behind ProVision, a platform for private investment funds lawyers and their clients, while Anduin provides technology for private markets fundraising and investor operations. Through the partnership, the companies will build an integration connecting their platforms to support a more streamlined, end-to-end fundraising process.

Launched in 2024, ILS works with 89% of law firms ranked in the top three bands by Chambers USA for Private Equity: Fund Formation nationwide. Its technology has supported fundraises totaling more than $825 billion across North America, the UK, EMEA and APAC.

Anduin’s platform has supported more than 1,300 private investment funds, onboarded over 76,000 investors and powered more than $265 billion in capital raised. Its customers represent more than $7 trillion in aggregate assets under management.

Fergus Plant, Co-Founder of ILS, said: “We are hugely excited to announce our partnership with Anduin. They are a mainstay of the private markets tech space, and we are proud to collaborate to bring a more complete solution to our customers. Our recent launch of the Fund Manager Portal for ProVision more closely aligns our customers, deepening the benefits of this relationship.”

Eliot Hodges, CEO of Anduin, said: “Fundraising still involves too many handoffs between systems, teams and advisers. By connecting Anduin’s subscription and investor onboarding workflows with ProVision’s side letter, comment memo, MFN and obligation management capabilities, we can help firms carry data more seamlessly through the fundraising process and reduce the operational burden around close.”

Read more at https://anduintransact.com/blog/anduin-partners-with-ils 

Fund managers and law firms interested in learning more can contact:

About Anduin
Anduin is the leading digital platform for managing fund lifecycles and LP relationships. The company has facilitated $118 billion in global capital and supports 48,000+ investors across 890+ funds. Learn more at anduintransact.com.

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