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Recurring updates also cover IBM Consulting client work, industry and cloud collaborations, research milestones in quantum-centric supercomputing, AI-enabled application experiences, and IBM Institute for Business Value studies on enterprise adoption and governance of AI.
IBM is committed to providing free cybersecurity skills training as part of its initiative to skill 30 million individuals globally by 2030. This training is open to everyone, not just employees, and aims to empower underrepresented communities. According to Justina Nixon-Saintil, IBM's VP of Corporate Social Responsibility, the IBM SkillsBuild program equips learners with essential skills for high-demand careers in cybersecurity, addressing the significant industry need for qualified professionals.
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IBM and Rapidus have announced a joint development partnership to advance semiconductor technology, focusing on IBM's 2 nanometer (nm) node technology. This initiative aims to enhance Japan's position in the global semiconductor market, with Rapidus expected to begin mass production of the 2 nm technology in the latter half of the 2020s. Leveraging IBM's expertise, this collaboration is set to ensure a competitive edge in semiconductor manufacturing, supporting Japan's strategic goals in the technology sector.
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Arlington Capital has announced the sale of Octo, a digital modernization solutions provider, to IBM. The acquisition aims to enhance Octo's capabilities in serving federal government clients by leveraging IBM's global reach. Since 2019, Arlington Capital has supported Octo's growth through strategic acquisitions and increased R&D investments. The transaction is expected to be finalized by the year's end, pending regulatory approvals. Key figures include Octo's nearly 1,500 employees and its focus on technology solutions for national security and public healthcare.
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Red Hat expands its open source solutions in AWS Marketplace, enhancing customer access to hybrid cloud technologies. Customers can utilize committed AWS spend to purchase Red Hat offerings, streamlining digital transformation. With Gartner predicting a shift toward public cloud spending, Red Hat’s offerings like Red Hat OpenShift Data Science and Red Hat OpenShift Streams for Apache Kafka are designed to address operational complexities. The launch includes various Red Hat Enterprise Linux solutions, optimizing workloads in the cloud for improved agility and efficiency.
IBM announced at COP27 the addition of new members to its IBM Sustainability Accelerator, focusing on enhancing clean energy access for vulnerable populations. By 2023, IBM plans to donate $30 million in services through the initiative. The selected organizations include United Nations Development Programme and Sustainable Energy for All, among others, working on projects aimed at improving energy access using IBM's advanced technologies. The initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 7, promoting reliable and sustainable energy.