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GE Healthcare has launched the Voluson Expert 22, an advanced ultrasound system designed for Women’s Health. This system features next-gen graphic-based beam former technology, AI tools, and customizable settings for improved imaging quality and user experience. Its Lyric Architecture enhances resolution and image processing, enabling detailed scans across diverse patient anatomies. Experts praise its design and AI-driven capabilities, which streamline workflow and improve diagnostic accuracy, addressing the increasing complexity of pregnancies and clinician needs.

Current has appointed Jason Scott Fokens as VP and General Counsel, bringing over 25 years of legal and intellectual property experience. Previously at GOJO Industries, Fokens has expertise in corporate legal affairs, including mergers and acquisitions. Manish Bhandari, President and CEO, highlighted Fokens' skills in managing legal issues and developing global intellectual property portfolios as vital for Current's growth. Fokens holds a Chemical Engineering degree and a Juris Doctorate from Michigan State University.

BAE Systems and GE announced a technical collaboration focused on next-generation adaptive power management systems for Combat Air technologies. This collaboration builds upon their existing relationship within the Tempest program. GE is providing electrical power demonstration equipment to BAE Systems to investigate the use of solid-state power controllers, which enhance operational capabilities in combat aircraft. GE has been a major supplier to BAE Systems for the Typhoon program since 2004.

GE Digital has partnered with Qantas to implement Airspace Insight, a tool aimed at enhancing airspace operations. This collaboration seeks to reduce fuel consumption, carbon emissions, and flight distances through data-driven insights.

Airspace Insight allows stakeholders to assess airspace inefficiencies, ultimately promoting safer, more efficient operations. By utilizing this technology, Qantas can improve its sustainability goals while ensuring optimized flight paths that minimize environmental impacts.

GE has successfully completed the world’s first test of a megawatt-class hybrid electric propulsion system at NASA’s NEAT facility. This milestone, achieved at altitude conditions simulating commercial flight, validates the architecture of hybrid electric systems developed in collaboration with NASA. The test began in June 2021 and demonstrated key performance metrics necessary for future hybrid electric aircraft. GE aims for flight tests later this decade, contributing to sustainable aviation and reducing CO2 emissions.

GE announced the brand names for its future companies following its planned separation into three entities: GE HealthCare for healthcare, GE Vernova for energy, and GE Aerospace for aviation. Each company will leverage GE's $20 billion global brand value. GE HealthCare will be listed on Nasdaq under the symbol GEHC, focusing on innovation in healthcare. GE Vernova will be tasked with sustainable energy solutions and is set for spin-off in early 2024. GE Aerospace will support the aviation sector, maintaining a strong presence with over 39,000 aircraft engines worldwide.

GE announced significant leadership changes at GE Aviation, effective immediately. H. Lawrence Culp, Jr. becomes CEO of GE Aviation while maintaining his role as Chairman and CEO of GE. John Slattery transitions to Executive VP and Chief Commercial Officer. Russell Stokes is promoted to President and CEO of Commercial Engines and Services, while Rahul Ghai joins as CFO. This restructuring follows GE's plan to split into three independent companies focusing on Aviation, Healthcare, and Energy, addressing unprecedented demand and preparing for GE Aviation's transition to a standalone public entity.

IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) and GE have reported early results from their collaboration, demonstrating the application of quantum computing in risk management. They have effectively used quantum models to analyze multi-variable distributions, outperforming classical approaches in some instances. This research holds potential benefits for various sectors including finance and supply chain management. Advances in quantum methodologies may improve decision-making and risk assessment amid volatile market conditions.