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LATEST REGIONAL PROJECT UPDATE

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Enovate AI has entered a strategic partnership with SGS to enhance drilling performance with an AI-optimized roller reamer placement .
The partnership aims to revolutionize drilling efficiency in the oil and gas industry through the application of AI-driven Bottom Hole Assembly ( BHA ) optimization – specifically focusing on roller reamer placement .
The collaboration leverages Enovate AI ’ s advanced real time AI to optimize BHA configurations
Camilo Mejia , CEO , of Enovate AI , said : “ Our AI-driven solutions are designed to tackle the most challenging aspects of drilling operations . By optimizing roller reamer placement , we can demonstrate substantial improvements in drilling performance , setting a new standard for efficiency in the oil and gas industry .”
Clint Russell , SGS Redback ’ s Business Development Manager , said : “ This partnership aligns perfectly with our commitment to innovative solutions that deliver operational excellence and longterm value for our clients .”
The Montana University System ( MUS ) has selected the YuJa Panorama LMS Accessibility Platform for its 16 colleges that serve more than 40,000 students each semester – more than 90 % percent of the state ’ s postsecondary population .
YuJa Panorama will provide a comprehensive , streamlined approach to delivering accessibility across MUS ’ s digital ecosystem .
Nathan Arora , Chief Business Officer , YuJa , said : “ The Montana University System is committed to fostering an accessible learning environment for its institutions . YuJa Panorama was designed to help systems and institutions create more inclusive digital content while streamlining the process for faculty and staff .
“ YuJa offers flexible implementation options so MUS campuses can begin as they transition to the newly-adopted Canvas LMS , according to their individual timelines and requirements .”

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Sherweb has partnered with the University of Sherbrooke to help fund the new Intact Cybersecurity Expertise Centre .
COPT Defense has acquired a 365-acre land parcel near Des Moines for $ 32 million to expand its data center shell program .
The partnership aligns with Sherweb ’ s increased focus in the cybersecurity sector and the services it provides to MSPs .
Peter Cassar , Co-CEO and Co-Founder , Sherweb , said : “ We believe that our industry expertise alongside the research capabilities at the University of Sherbrooke is a powerful combination to help drive innovation in this sector .”
Professor Marc Frappier , Scientific Director of the Centre and holder of the Research Chair in Post-Quantum Cybersecurity , said : “ Thanks to Sherweb ’ s support , the Intact Cybersecurity Expertise Centre can create two research chairs that will promote collaborative work on major societal issues . By adopting an interdisciplinary approach and a model of collaboration between universities , businesses and organizations , the members of the Centre will help the latter tackle the growing pressure of cyber threats .”
Initial plans indicate that the site can accommodate approximately 3.3 million square feet of development supported by an estimated 1 gigawatt of power capacity .
Stephen E . Budorick , COPT Defense ’ s President and CEO , said : “ Our land acquisition outside of Des Moines provides a significant opportunity for us to expand our highly successful data center shell program to a new market .
“ Des Moines , the fifth largest hyperscale market in the country is already home to several of the largest hyperscalers in the world , which are drawn to the market given attractive land values and power availability , with abundant access to renewable energy , access to long-haul fiber lines and tax incentives enacted by supportive state and local governments .
“ We expect this opportunity will fuel our development pipeline in the medium to long-term .”
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