Blackberry Stock Price, News & Analysis

BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) announced its participation in the Jefferies Software Conference on September 14, 2021, at 1:30 PM ET. The company will be represented by Charles Eagan, Chief Technology Officer, who will discuss recent developments in BlackBerry's products. This virtual event will be publicly webcasted, and interested participants can register for the live session through the link provided on the BlackBerry Investor Relations website. BlackBerry focuses on providing intelligent security solutions.

BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) announced the opening of registrations for its 8th annual Security Summit, scheduled for October 13, 2021. This year, the event will be held virtually and is free to attend. Participants can expect a mix of live and OnDemand sessions covering cybersecurity, AI, machine learning, and IoT. Notable speakers include CEO John Chen and other executives, discussing trends and BlackBerry's strategic vision. The company secures over 500M endpoints globally, signifying its strong position in the cybersecurity domain.

BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) announced that its products, BlackBerry Protect and BlackBerry Optics, achieved a 100% prevention and 100% detection rate with zero false positives in a recent SE Labs Breach Response test. The testing simulated real-world hacking attacks, confirming the effectiveness of the AI-driven endpoint protection. BlackBerry's solutions were able to block all threats before any potential damage occurred, reinforcing the company's commitment to cybersecurity excellence.

On August 17, 2021, BlackBerry issued a public advisory regarding an integer overflow issue affecting older versions of its QNX Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) from 2012 and earlier. The company confirmed that no current versions are impacted and has provided software patches and 24/7 support to affected customers, all of whom have been notified. BlackBerry is committed to software security and is working with government agencies and industry groups to address the issue.

BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) announced a new vehicle-based payment solution aimed at tapping into the projected €530 billion connected car payments market by 2030. This solution enables automakers to securely connect vehicles to banking networks for payments related to services like fuel and tolls. Developed in partnership with Car IQ, it utilizes BlackBerry IVY's edge computing capabilities and vehicle sensors for enhanced security. The initiative is expected to streamline payments and create new revenue opportunities for automakers, benefiting fleet managers and individual vehicle owners.

BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) has announced its participation in two upcoming virtual investor conferences in August 2021. The first is the J.P. Morgan 2021 Auto Conference on August 11 at 3:30 PM ET, hosted by John Chen, focusing on BlackBerry's automotive market opportunities. The second is the Canaccord Genuity 41st Annual Growth Conference on August 12 at 3:00 PM ET, featuring Ryan Permeh and Eric Milam discussing cybersecurity opportunities. Both events will be available via live webcasts.

BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) has introduced an innovative flood risk and clean water monitoring solution based on its AtHoc platform. This technology enables autonomous monitoring and provides early warnings, potentially saving local municipalities up to $1 million annually in operating expenses. BlackBerry partnered with the University of Windsor to deploy the solution in Canada, addressing critical environmental issues exacerbated by climate change. The initiative aims to improve safety and reduce risks associated with water scarcity and flooding.

BlackBerry (NYSE: BB) has announced that its QNX® OS for Safety will be implemented in sTraffic's Communications-based Train Control System (CBTC) in South Korea. This partnership aims to enhance railway safety by utilizing QNX OS for Safety's certified software solutions across various industries including rail transportation. With features certified to ISO 26262 ASIL D and IEC 61508 SIL3, the QNX OS will support the development of industry's stringent safety standards. sTraffic plans to use it for the KORAIL Korea Train Control System for unmanned train operations.

BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) launched BlackBerry Jarvis 2.0 on July 26, 2021, enhancing its software composition analysis tool. This SaaS version focuses on critical areas for developers and integrators, including Open-source Software, Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures, and Software Bill of Materials. The improved dashboard offers actionable insights to identify software vulnerabilities, crucial for industries like medical, automotive, and aerospace. The release aligns with upcoming cybersecurity regulations, enabling OEMs to secure their software supply chains.