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As demand for on-premises computing rises, Spingence partners with Japanese AI startup FSR to support the digital transformation of Japanese industries

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TAIPEI, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Spingence, a Taiwan-based artificial intelligence startup, has announced a strategic alliance with ForceSteed Robotics (FSR) to promote the adoption of on-premises large language models (LLMs) in Japan and develop solutions that prioritize privacy protection, data security, and high-performance computing. FSR, a Japan-based startup specializing in artificial consciousness (AC), will represent Spingence in Japan, the two companies will establish a long-term partnership in sales and technology development, aiming to address the key challenges Japanese companies face in AI adoption. The alliance marks an important milestone for Spingence’s entry into the Japanese AI market.

Strategic collaboration launched: Meeting the demands of AI in the Japanese market

Research shows that demand for AI applications in the Japanese market is rising, particularly for LLMs, which have become a key technology for businesses across multiple sectors. As cloud-based services, which rely on the internet, struggle with data privacy and system stability, many companies are now turning to on-premises solutions.

“For businesses, Spingence’s on-premises LLM services are just as effective as cloud-based solutions, offering high privacy and security while maintaining strong performance,” said Hiroyuki OHSAWA, FSR’s founder and CEO. “By optimizing SSDs with DRAM, Spingence has developed a cost-effective solution to addressing memory limitations during large-scale AI model training, ensuring platform and application stability. We believe that on-premises services based on this technology will confer considerable benefits in the future.”

Furthermore, Spingence’s past success in the Taiwanese market serves as a strong foundation for expanding its business in Japan. The firm’s expertise in AI defect detection and edge AI will make its products highly competitive in the Japanese market.

Facing existing competitors in the Japanese market, OHSAWA believes that Spingence’s products hold advantages in price, maintenance efficiency, and server performance. “The emergence of local competitors in Japan indicates a sharp rise in demand for on-premises servers recently,” OHSAWA said.

Spingence and FSR have seen an opportunity to help small and medium-sized companies that struggle to find AI solutions tailored to their needs. Many solutions in the market now are expensive, come with high maintenance costs, and are typically designed for larger companies. Some solutions often fall short in terms of server performance and specifications. This leaves a gap in the market for comprehensive solutions that can address the unique challenges facing small and medium-sized enterprises.

Working together: Driving digital transformation in the Japanese market

This collaboration was initiated after Spingence gained valuable market insights at CEATEC 2024. “Japanese companies have been actively developing LLM applications and exploring various solutions, most of which rely on cloud technology,” said Jesse Chen, founder and CEO of Spingence. “The market potential of on-premises LLMs became clear as the companies identified the limitations of cloud services.” OHSAWA shared the same observation, and the mutual understanding quickly led to the formation of the partnership.

In the early stages of the collaboration, Chen said the focus would be on product-market validation to ensure that Spingence’s existing edge AI solutions meet market demands. “Based on current research and observations, it’s clear that Taiwan and Japan are in vastly different stages of development and application,” he said. “To succeed in both markets, Spingence needs to be more flexible and constantly validate market assumptions. This requires close collaboration with FSR.”

Spingence and FSR agree that on-premises LLMs have significant growth potential in the Japanese market. To ensure the effective implementation of the technology and support the digital transformation of Japanese industries, the short-term goals for the two companies include market promotion, customer education, and application case validation.

Looking ahead: Achieving technological co-creation and promoting localized product applications

In the next three to five years, Spingence and FSR will continue to promote the application of on-premises LLMs in the Japanese market and explore possibilities for product implementation through technological integration.

FSR will first focus on expanding enterprise applications, offering reasonably priced and highly secure products for companies in specialized fields. Based on experience, OHSAWA pointed out, “Whether it’s schools, factories, or other verticals, there’s skepticism about cloud computing, which has significantly increased the demand for edge AI.”

In the short term, FSR plans to strengthen local technical support and provide superior customer service. Spingence will focus on enhancing the localization of its LLM platform. By optimizing application and management tools, the company aims to provide more intuitive interfaces, customizable configuration options, and seamless integration features, all tailored to the needs of Japanese businesses, thus improving the convenience and efficiency of enterprise applications.

Technical integration is another key aspect of the collaboration. FSR will represent Spingence in Japan and act as a partner in co-creating technology, driving the deep integration of edge AI and AI technologies to develop smarter and more efficient applications.

The collaboration between Spingence and FSR represents the joint efforts of Taiwanese and Japanese AI startups to create new opportunities. Through the synergy of cutting-edge technology and market expertise, Spingence and FSR are committed to driving AI-powered digital transformation, setting new standards for on-premises AI solutions in Japan.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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Global Security & Technology Summit Unveils Month-Long Program of Activities Ahead of December Event

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) held an introductory session today at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh, bringing together representatives from the government, private, and nonprofit sectors to introduce the program of activities leading up to the summit. The upcoming summit will be held in Riyadh under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the supervision of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy.

During the session, the Organizing Committee presented the comprehensive GSTS program, comprising three key components: GSTS Month, running from November 1 to 30, 2026; the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF), taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026; and the main Summit, scheduled for December 18 to 20, 2026, in Riyadh. Together, these events form an integrated program designed to advance security and technology innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.

GSTS Month will feature working groups, boot camps, training programs, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical workshops across Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative regions, delivered both in person and remotely in collaboration with specialized entities. The month-long program aims to develop national capabilities, identify emerging talent, enrich knowledge-sharing opportunities, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop innovative solutions to future security and technology challenges.

The main Summit will bring together global leaders, decision-makers, experts, and innovators to explore the future of security and technology, promote the integration of advanced technologies within the security sector, strengthen national capabilities, support innovation, and foster international cooperation, further positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for security and technology.

Showcasing the latest technological breakthroughs and security solutions, the summit will bring together government entities, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and research centers to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration across key fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart security solutions, emerging technologies, and crisis management. The program will also feature main sessions, specialized discussions, and interactive exhibitions. Registration is available at gsts.sa.

Advisor to HRH the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Ahmed Altowayan, stated that the summit builds on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish an advanced security and technology ecosystem focused on knowledge and innovation, keeping pace with rapid developments and future challenges.

Mr. Altowayan noted that the summit is a global platform for strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise, anticipating future developments in security and technology, and developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and readiness of security systems.

Vice Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Eng. Abdulaziz Alhammadi, said that the summit will offer a range of integrated programs and activities focused on enhancing national skills, encouraging innovation, and supporting international cooperation.

He added that GSTS Month will help build national capabilities, discover talent, and develop skills, with SAIF providing a platform for innovators and researchers from around the world to showcase leading technological solutions, while the main Summit will bring together leaders and experts to discuss the future of security and technology and explore new strategic partnership opportunities.

SAIF will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, bringing together innovators, researchers, technology talents, and industry experts from around the world to showcase promising innovations and projects across 14 fields of technology and innovation. The fair will provide opportunities to engage with project owners, including students, graduates, and entrepreneurs, and explore the different stages of innovation development through interactive zones, panel discussions on emerging security and innovation trends, and knowledge-sharing workshops led by specialists. Visitor registration is open to participants from within and outside the Kingdom through saifair.sa.

The introductory session also featured contributions from representatives of government, private, and nonprofit sector entities, alongside members of the media. Discussions focused on developing national capabilities in security and technology, strengthening students’ technical expertise, translating scientific research into practical solutions, and supporting Saudi companies in developing security and technology solutions and advancing digital transformation.

Organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy, GSTS is produced by Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Education serving as Strategic Scientific Partner, Tahakom as Founding Partner, and Elm as Principal Partner.

Registration for participants from within and outside the Kingdom is available at gsts.sa.

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