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Titans Join Forces: LG Innotek Partners with TDK to Develop Solutions for Physical AI

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“Creating the Robot’s ‘Skin’ as Well as Its ‘Eyes'”

LG Innotek and TDK align on a strategic partnership in the physical AI sectorDeveloping next‑generation vision sensing modules integrated with TDK sensors to maximize recognition performanceDeveloping a tactile sensing module that acts as the skin of a robotCEO Moon Hyuksoo: “We will expand cooperation with TDK across multiple physical AI domains.”

SEOUL, South Korea, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LG Innotek is developing not only the “eyes” of robots but also their “skin.”

LG Innotek (CEO Moon Hyuksoo) announced on July 28 that the company has aligned on a strategic partnership in the field of physical AI with TDK Corporation, a global electronics company (President and CEO Noboru Saito).

Under the agreement, the two companies plan to deliver a range of physical AI solutions, including next-generation vision sensing modules and tactile sensing modules, by combining LG Innotek’s optical and ultra-precision module design technologies with TDK’s diverse set of sensor technologies.

TDK Corporation (TSE:6762) is a global technology company and innovation leader in the electronics industry, based in Tokyo, Japan. It has been actively expanding its sensor business over the past two decades. In particular, TDK is known for its broad sensor portfolio spanning inertial, directional, temperature and pressure and position sensing, which can be applied to a wide range of physical AI use cases.

Developing next‑generation vision sensing modules integrated with TDK sensors to maximize recognition performance

With this partnership, the two companies plan joint advanced research to integrate LG Innotek’s vision sensing modules with TDK’s various sensors, including inertial and position sensors and microphones. Through this collaboration, the two companies plan to launch a next‑generation vision sensing module that offers expanded functionality and significantly improves recognition performance compared to existing solutions.

This next‑generation vision sensing module aims to maximize robots’ recognition accuracy by fusing data on movement, position, and sound, going beyond traditional vision data collected from only image sensors.

For example, when TDK’s Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) is integrated into the vision sensing module, it is expected to enable motion blur compensation and image stabilization, while also preventing visual blind spots through high-frequency tracking and dead reckoning. 

From the robot manufacturers’ perspective, the integrated module also offers significant convenience, as various sensors are combined into a single solution. This eliminates the need to purchase and connect multiple sensors individually, reducing both complexity and implementation burden.

An LG Innotek official said, “There are numerous types of next‑generation vision sensing modules that can be created through our partnership with TDK, which offers dozens of advanced sensor technologies. As a first step, in 2027, we plan to launch a module equipped with an inertial sensor.”

Developing a tactile sensing module that acts as the ‘skin’ of a robot

Under the partnership, the two companies plan to work together to develop a tactile sensing module by 2027.

This tactile sensing module functions almost like human skin. Mounted on the robot’s hands, arms, and body, the module allows it to detect contact with objects and the pressure it exerts when manipulating them.

The module relies on advanced manufacturing, ultra‑thin form factors, and flexible structures, making it a high-value‑added component that is very technically challenging to develop. Recently, the tactile sensing module, together with the vision sensing module, has become one of the core components of robots.

LG Innotek will provide its module design and digital signal processing capabilities, while TDK is willing to contribute its ultra‑precision sensing technology from diverse industries, including consumer and automotive businesses, aiming to create a high‑performance tactile sensing module tailored to the operating environments of robots.

Broadening cooperation across multiple physical AI domains 

The two companies plan to expand their cooperation into multiple physical AI fields, particularly real‑time processing and sensor data analysis.

TDK President and CEO Noboru Saito said, “I am pleased for TDK to join hands with LG Innotek, a world‑class leader in physical AI sensing. By combining TDK’s diverse fundamental technologies and sensors with LG Innotek’s core capabilities, we will add value for customers and bring truly revolutionary products to the global market.”

LG Innotek CEO Moon Hyuksoo said, “In the robotics industry, multi-sensing—the integration of numerous sensors into a single system—is expected to become increasingly important. Through our collaboration with TDK, which offers a broad portfolio of sensor technologies, we aim to help shape the ecosystem for core robotic components.”

He added, “We will continue to partner with a wide range of companies to enhance the core technologies powering robots’ vision and hands, and accelerate our efforts to establish a leadership position in the Physical AI market.”

Meanwhile, LG Innotek is actively exploring physical AI sensing markets with its composite sensing modules, which combine multiple sensing components such as world‑class camera modules, LiDAR, and radar into a single solution. Leveraging its differentiated competitiveness in cameras, LiDAR, and radar based on proprietary technologies, LG Innotek is strengthening its cooperation with other global big tech firms as well, including Boston Dynamics.

[Reference data] Market projection data

AI sensor market size
According to market research firm Precedence Research, the global AI sensor market is projected to grow at an annual rate of 43.61%, from USD 4.77 billion in 2024 to USD 178.03 by 2034.Global sensor market size
According to market research firm IDTechEx, the global sensor market is expected to expand by around 6% annually, reaching USD 253.0 billion by 2035.Physical AI market size
According to market research firm Grand View Research, the global physical AI market was valued at USD 81.6 billion in 2025 and is forecast to grow at an average annual rate of 36.1%, reaching USD 960.4 billion by 2033.According to Grand View Research, the market for tactile sensors used in electronic skin applications is expected to grow at a CAGR of 25.1%, expanding from approximately USD 3.68 billion in 2025 to approximately USD 21.5 billion by 2033.

About LG Innotek Co., Ltd.

LG Innotek is a cutting-edge materials and components company. The company is the world’s No.1 supplier of smartphone camera modules, leading innovation in mobile imaging technology. It is also at the forefront of advancing future technologies, offering core components for mobility, semiconductors, and robotics, working closely with customers to realize their visions. Headquartered in Seoul, Korea, LG Innotek has sales subsidiaries in Germany, the USA, China, Japan, and Taiwan, China, and production subsidiaries in China, Vietnam, Indonesia, Mexico, and Poland.

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Great Hearts Arizona Class of 2026 Earns $53.8 Million in Merit Scholarships, Achieves Top Academic Results

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Graduates Post Exceptional College-Going Rates, Strong STEM Interest, and Standout National Scholar Honors Across Phoenix Metro Schools

PHOENIX, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Great Hearts Arizona announced that its Class of 2026 achieved one of the strongest academic and scholarship years in the network’s history, earning $53,813,709 in merit-based scholarships and posting exceptional results across GPA, SAT, ACT, and national scholar recognitions.

The 2026 graduating class includes 562 seniors across 12 Great Hearts upper-class academies in the Phoenix metro area, including in Anthem, Buckeye, Chandler, Gilbert, Goodyear, Peoria, Phoenix, and Scottsdale. Students earned an average weighted GPA of 4.14, an average SAT score of 1260 (232 points above the national average), and an average ACT score of 23.7 (4.3 points above the national average).

Ninety-four percent of Great Hearts seniors will immediately attend college, 78% received merit-based scholarships, and 57% plan to pursue STEM degrees. The Class of 2026 also includes six National Merit finalists, 19 National Merit commended students, and 90 National Scholars, continuing the network’s long-standing tradition of producing nationally recognized scholars.

This year’s results reflect the strength of the network’s classical, liberal arts model, said Dan Scoggin, Great Hearts co-founder.

“Our students continue to demonstrate that a Great Hearts education prepares them not only for college, but for a life of purpose, leadership, and intellectual curiosity,” Scoggin said. “The scholarship offers they earned reflect years of hard work, strong character, and the support of dedicated teachers who believe in their potential. We are incredibly proud of the Class of 2026.”

Great Hearts Arizona operates public, tuition-free academies focused on classical education, character formation, and high academic standards. The network serves thousands of students across the state and remains one of Arizona’s highest-performing public-school systems.

About Great Hearts
Great Hearts is a nonprofit and the nation’s largest provider of classical PK–12 education, serving more than 30,000 students across 52 brick‑and‑mortar academies in Arizona, Texas, and Louisiana, along with a national online academy. Great Hearts’ classical curriculum emphasizes advanced academics, languages, arts, and character formation rooted in Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Learn more at greatheartsamerica.org.

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Hyperscale Data Bitcoin Treasury Reaches 1,106 Bitcoin Worth Approximately $71.7 Million

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LAS VEGAS, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS), an artificial intelligence (“AI”) data center company anchored by Bitcoin (“Hyperscale Data” or the “Company”), today announced that, as of July 27, 2026, it held 1,106.0467 Bitcoin representing an aggregate value of approximately $71.7 million based on the Bitcoin closing price of $64,784 on July 27, 2026.

In aggregate, the Company’s wholly owned subsidiaries, Sentinum, Inc. (“Sentinum”) and Ault Capital Group, Inc. (“ACG”), held 1,106.0467 Bitcoin as of July 27, 2026. From July 20th through July 27, 2026, ACG purchased approximately 15.0000 Bitcoin in the open market. Based on the Bitcoin closing price of $64,784 on July 27, 2026, these collective holdings had an approximate market value of $71.7 million.

“Every Bitcoin we acquire further strengthens Hyperscale Data’s balance sheet and expands our financial flexibility,” stated Milton “Todd” Ault III, Executive Chairman of Hyperscale Data. “A stronger and larger Bitcoin treasury gives us additional options to finance growth, pursue strategic opportunities, and create long-term value for our stockholders. We intend to continue building our Bitcoin position over time.”

For more information on Hyperscale Data and its subsidiaries, Hyperscale Data recommends that stockholders, investors and any other interested parties read Hyperscale Data’s public filings and press releases available under the Investor Relations section at hyperscaledata.com or available at www.sec.gov.

About Hyperscale Data, Inc.

Through its wholly owned subsidiary Sentinum, Hyperscale Data owns and operates a data center at which it mines digital assets and offers colocation and hosting services for the emerging AI ecosystems and other industries. Hyperscale Data’s other wholly owned subsidiary, ACG, is a hybrid private equity firm and operating company that acquires, finances, builds and actively manages businesses across financial services, digital assets, industrial services, hospitality, defense technologies and other sectors.

Hyperscale Data currently expects the divestiture of ACG (the “Divestiture”) to occur in the second quarter of 2027. Upon the occurrence of the Divestiture, the Company would be an owner and operator of data centers to support high-performance computing services, as well as a holder of the digital assets. Until the Divestiture occurs, the Company will continue to provide, through ACG and its wholly and majority-owned subsidiaries and strategic investments, mission-critical products that support a diverse range of industries, including an AI software platform, equipment rental services, defense/aerospace, industrial, automotive and hotel operations. In addition, ACG is actively engaged in private credit and structured finance through Ault Lending, LLC, a licensed lending subsidiary. Hyperscale Data’s headquarters are located at 11411 Southern Highlands Parkway, Suite 190, Las Vegas, NV 89141.

On December 23, 2024, the Company issued one million (1,000,000) shares of a newly designated Series F Exchangeable Preferred Stock (the “Series F Preferred Stock”) to all common stockholders and holders of the Series C Preferred Stock on an as-converted basis. The Divestiture will occur through the voluntary exchange of the Series F Preferred Stock for shares of Class A Common Stock and Class B Common Stock of ACG (collectively, the “ACG Shares”). The Company reminds its stockholders that only those holders of the Series F Preferred Stock who agree to surrender such shares, and do not properly withdraw such surrender, in the exchange offer through which the Divestiture will occur, will be entitled to receive the ACG Shares and consequently be shareholders of ACG upon the occurrence of the Divestiture.

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This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements generally include statements that are predictive in nature and depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and include words such as “believes,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “potential,” or similar expressions. Statements that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current beliefs and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties.

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any of them publicly in light of new information or future events. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement as a result of various factors. More information, including potential risk factors, that could affect the Company’s business and financial results are included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, the Company’s Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. All filings are available at www.sec.gov and on the Company’s website at hyperscaledata.com.

 

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FCM Travel secures landmark 10-year global partnership with Arcadis

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LONDON, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FCM Travel has re-signed global design and consultancy organisation Arcadis to an industry-defining 10-year contract.

The agreement represents a significant long-term commitment in the travel management sector and solidifies a partnership built on shared innovation and trust.

The new agreement not only advances strategic planning and programme value but also consolidates Arcadis’s travel, FCM Meetings & Events, and FCM Consulting services under a single partnership.

This long-term alignment means less time lost to admin, more energy on strategic planning, proactive solutions, and future-ready service. Both teams can prioritise user experience, tech, and sustainable programme value, with FCM actively supporting Arcadis at every step.

By signing a 10-year partnership, Arcadis signals a deliberate move to safeguard its travellers, data, and investments. The trust placed in FCM highlights the security and consistency clients need now – credibility, proven worldwide capability, and futureproofing with proven innovation.

“Securing a 10-year partnership with a global leader like Arcadis validates our ‘alternative’ mindset in the corporate travel space,” said Melissa Elf, Global Managing Director, FCM Travel.

“Forward-thinking multi-national enterprises want a partner who will challenge the status quo and evolve with them. This level of commitment allows the implementation of a strategic, long-view innovation plan that isn’t possible within standard three-year cycles.”

Arcadis has been an FCM customer for three years and travels to over 25 countries worldwide. With the FCM Platform, Arcadis gains access to predictive analytics, global standardisation, and integrated meetings, events, and consulting.

Jo Lloyd, Global Head of Account Management for FCM Consulting, said the extension proved the value of the company’s approach. “Going from a three-year deal to a ten-year deal is thanks to the journey FCM is on and the belief we have in working with customers for dual progression.”

Ian Spearing, Arcadis Director of Travel, said the 10-year agreement was a testament to FCM’s reputation and credibility.

“Our long-term partnership with FCM is a strategic investment in collaborative innovation and service excellence. By working together, we’re able to deliver scalable, sustainable growth and streamline our operations to efficiently meet our clients’ evolving needs.

“This agreement ensures our teams have the right tools and support to deliver high-quality outcomes, enabling us to work more effectively with our clients and strengthen our supplier relationships.”

“In a service-led travel industry, it’s also about pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo, progressively building our travel function as a value driver for the business, not just a cost.”

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