Baltusia

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AMI continues to expand its' customerbase whilst consolidating the old one

Today, on the 5th of August 5460, Apex Military Industries leadership has announced two new mega projects marking a milestone in the company's history. The first project being the production of the long-awaited Whitney the Great-class missile cruisers which were being developed by AMI NSC along with Beiteynuse and Kundrati engineers, technicians and physicists. NSC officials have declared that the production will be split equally between the Luthorian and the Baltusian shipyard and that the production of all ordered cruisers (10) will last around 6 years, finishing in late 5466. They are going to be the first ships actively serving in the Baltusian navy but the BDF have already announced, that more orders are already on their way.

Secondly, McKinney also announced another arms deal with the Holy Luthorian Empire which is also currently their home country. The deal is going to be worth 2.5 billion LPD and will consist of mostly G16M4s, S110s and some APATL Mk4s.
Furthermore, it'll include an enourmous amount of ammo, preparing the Empire for a long-lasting war.

Last but not least, the CEO of AMI explained that the company started mass producing busses for the Baltusian National Transportation system and that they're also willing to help nations in need of public transport methods.

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Invictus 1 - A successful liftoff



Today, on the 2nd of December 5462, VA's first "Invictus rocket" took off from a temporary launch pad was constructed in the countryside of Baltusia. The prototype, consisting of 2 liquid-fuel stages and a test capsule, took off at 16:35 local time and reached its' orbital trajectory on time. During the flight the rocket flew using 8 out of 9 engines, as the last one didn't ignite upon takeoff. After successfully enganging the re-entry protocol, the rocket turned 180° by using its' RCS systems. The first stage, which had completed this task whilst still being in the atmosphere, managed to land back on a floating landing pad in the Anantonese Ocean.
The 2nd stage and the test capsule however burned up upon re-entry due to a failure in the decoupling mechanism.

All in all, CEO Harrington called the first flight a complete success and explained that the next flight will take place before New Years' Eve. Furthermore, the company stated that they're already working on a more capable, heavy-lifting version of the Invictus.


(Picture of the first stage during landing)

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EcoRobotics - Baltusian Automatization


As more funding flows into deep tech to address difficult global problems like climate change, Ph.D. entrepreneurs coming out of Baltusia's top universities and labs are increasingly turning their research into companies.
Baltusian spinout EcoAI, founded in 5463, is one example. Its co-founders, CEO Mike Gallagher and CTO Benjamin Johnson, both PhDs in nanoelectronics and recognized researchers in the field of artificial intelligence left the "Insitute of AI and Robotics", a laboratory of the National University of Baltusia, with two licensed patents under their belt.

Since then, Gallagher and Johnson have registered more patents and brought on a third co-founder, Elijah Garcia, as their chief revenue officer and partnership director. They also raised an $8.7 million BLD round of funding from Vista Aerospace, AMI's Tech Department, and Freedom Frontier Medicals' research fund.
CEO Gallagher & CTO Johnson declared in a joint-interview with us that the company will focus on industrial AI usage in the manufacturing sector. They're also looking forward to enter the super computing and the quantum computing sector. Gallagher's vision of the future of Baltusia may hold a lot of change and improvement.

Experts claim that AI and Robotics will gradually improve the quality of life as work will slowly but surely become obsolete and people can spend more time with their family, friends and their hobbies instead of spending 40 hours per week in a factory.

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Vista Aerospace launches first Satellite - Cooperation with ArtSat

It has been announced that ArtSat, an Internet Service Provider from Kundrat, is going to use Baltusian "Invictus" rockets in order to put their communication satellites into low-terra-orbit. The first rocket will be launched in 5465, from a launchpad in the Baltusian countryside. ArtSat has also stated that Baltusian rockets will be launched from partnered Beiteynuse launch sites in 2 years. A spokesperson from Vista Aersopace, the company manufacturing and developing the rockets, mentioned that they're looking forward to more cooperation on international space exploration and exploitation as the company continues to grow. He also stated that the heavy-lifting version of the Invictus will first be tested in 5466, in order to prepare for the construction of the International Space Station "Terraway". We expect that more information on this project will be given in future press releases by Vista Aerospace. The spokesperson also thanked Apex Military Industries for their cooperation on this project. He said that this and other cooperations pave the way for a Baltusian economic surge and a leap in humanity's desire to expand its' boundaries.

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LUX Introduces Staronic S1: A Game-Changing CPU 

Having released its first-ever CPU, named Staronic, a revolutionary smartphone manufacturer called LUX has managed to redefine industry benchmarks. The Staronic S1, which boasts unprecedented leaps in both processing power and efficiency, is poised to revolutionize the mobile technology arena by setting new efficiency standards and thermal management, along with enhanced performance.

Central to the Staronic S1 is a powerful combination of first-rate, cutting-edge specifications that have been thoughtfully designed and put in place to guarantee efficiency, which is unmatched. The Staronic S1 comes with a CPU refresh rate of 4000 MHz and 16 cores, ensuring responsiveness at the speed of light and seamless multitasking that puts users in a position to take on any task, even if it is very demanding, without much struggle.

In addition, a cache memory of 32MB is implemented in the Staronic S1, allowing fast data reading from and writing into this cache, while its lithography process of 2nm is said to be one of the best in terms of energy efficiency and heat dissipation. Measuring only 10 watts and staying below the 24°C threshold, the Staronic S1 is an example of how high performance can be achieved without significantly impacting battery life or thermal profile—it undoubtedly revolutionizes mobile computing standards by providing an unprecedented power-performance ratio!

Additionally to its raw processing power, the Staronic S1 delivers outstanding graphics performance and multimedia capabilities, thanks to its support for advanced graphics APIs including Vulcan 1.3.0, DirectX 12.2, and OpenCL 4.6.2. Users using LUX smartphones powered by the Staronic S1 may enjoy smooth multimedia playback, engaging gaming experiences, and flawless content production with a maximum bandwidth of 80 Gb/s.

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The United States announces international railway project

The Baltusian people have always had a desire for a cultural and economic exchange and the government has now finally reacted with the first international infrastructure project. The Secretary of Foreign Affairs Janine Van Aggelen has therefor recently announced that a railway line called the Trans-Seleyan Railway (short: TransSel" will be built from the southern border to Gaduridos to the northern border with Kalistan. The line will pass through the cities of San Luis, Johnston and Schwarzwald on it's way through Baltusia. Besides that, other government officials have also explained that there will be 3 new stations in the previously named cities called the "TransSel Stations" which will be primarily used for the new railway and which are then going to be connected to other transportation infrastructure via. Subway and Train. The construction will be covered by a new partially state-owned, partially private company called "Intertrans".

Experts in the Field of Transportation and Culture as well as Economists are eagerly awaiting the opening of the route in 5472 as it holds great socioeconomic potential and will pose a great surge in Baltusia's wealth. They have also explained that this step marks an important milestone in the cultural history of Baltusia. Withal, the general population seems to appreciate this change in Baltusian politics as families and friends will be able to see each other more frequently and new connections will be built.

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Lana Del May Takes Baltusia: Tour & FOMAT Rumors

Welcome readers of the Johnston Times,

Lana Del May is back in the spotlight more, and this time it's not just about her songs or unique fashion sense, it's all about her upcoming tour in Baltusia and the buzz surrounding her potential involvement in the Baltusian National Final, for FOMAT. Lets dive into what we've learned up to this point. Lana's upcoming tour, in Baltusia has sparked excitement among her fans. The tour will visit cities, giving fans a chance to enjoy Lana's performances up close and personal. Known for delivering shows, this tour is shaping up to be a must see event for music lovers. Insiders have shared that Lana has been working on material for the tour, combining her sound with fresh elements. Fans can anticipate a mix of her hits. Unreleased tracks that are sure to leave a lasting impression.

Let's address the topic of FOMAT: the Baltusian National Final is generating buzz, with speculation swirling about Lana participating. Given Lana's success and distinctive musical style, she would be a competitor in FOMAT. Just imagine the impact of Lana Del May representing Baltusia at the FOMAT, it would undoubtedly shake things up. Though Lana and her team have remained secretive, about her FOMAT involvement, fans are eagerly awaiting any clues or announcements. Will Lana confirm her participation? Only time will reveal the answer.

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LUX Introduces StarOS

In a game-changing development that promises to transform the mobile technology sphere, LUX,the innovative smartphone developer has released StarOS. . This operating system is custom-built exclusively for the cutting-edge smartphones of LUX. With its launch, StarOS aims to enhance user interaction through smooth operation while elevating standards in performance, security, and personalization options.

Crafted by LUX's adept team of engineers and software designers from the ground up, following extensive research and consumer insights over several years,. The architecture of this operating system is purposefully aimed at ensuring effortless usability while maximizing the capability of users' devices through state-of-the-art functionalities married with user-friendly navigation.

Leo Swan, CEO of LUX, expressed enthusiasm about their stride towards innovation and excellence: “Our mission at LUX has always been driven by a constant desire for innovation and top-notch products. By rolling out StarOS, we are advancing markedly in our quest to revolutionize how smartphones feel," he added. "StarOS epitomizes our dedication toward extending what's technically achievable into unmatched user experiences that harmoniously blend with our products, enhancing every task."

The structural philosophy of StarOs places a strong focus on efficiency and power management. It combines superior software adjusting with seamless hardware harmony, which not only enables quick application switchovers but also provides users with an easy-to-navigate experience across a variety of digital landscapes.

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Beiteynuse-Lourannais Situation

PRESS STATEMENT

AUGUST 22, 5470

ALEXANDRA KELLEY, MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON

The United States of Baltusia has decided to side with the government of Beiteynu in their dispute with Lourenne. Pursuant the Department of Foreign Affairs’s international peacekeeping act, the United States of Baltusia is going to open a special hotline to both governments and try to diffuse tensions. We underscore that we will offer a Baltusia delegation in order to mediate between the countries. The United States of Baltusia also intends to continue to work with regional governments, including in Lourenne, to advance shared interests.
We stand with the people of Lourenne and Beiteynu in their aspirations for democracy, stability and peace. We also call upon the World Congress to diffuse the situation.

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"No to Foreign Conflicts": Baltusians Protest Over Government's Decision to Support Beiteynu

Welcome readers of Johnston Times,

A massive demonstration took place today in our city's downtown, where our brothers and sisters expressed their frustration over the government's choice to support Beiteynu . The protest, which started off peacefully but became more intense as more people showed up with flags and banners with messages like "No to Foreign Conflicts" and "Put Baltusia First." Baltusians demand the government reconsider its backing of Beiteynu and take a neutral stand in the dispute with Lourenne.

Dear readers, we managed to conduct an interview with Sarah Mitchell, one of the many demonstrators at today's protest

- Ms. Sarah Mitchell, we would like you to inform our readers about this massive protest that is currently taking place outside of Johnston's Town Hall.

- We think that the United States of Baltusia should prioritize its own interests and avoid getting involved in foreign disputes.These conflicts can lead to inner conflicts and divide our nation. It's time to rethink our foreign policy and focus on resolving issues here.

The nation is divided over the government's support of Beiteynu, with many wondering what the reasoning was. Critics believe that picking a side in the Beiteynu-Lourenne conflict may damage Baltusia's diplomatic ties and put the nation in danger of becoming involved in a larger conflict. There has been a rising frustration among Baltusians about the government's foreign policy programs, as seen by the numerous protests that have occurred around the nation over the past few weeks, including the one in Johnston. It remains to be seen if the current government will pay attention to the demands for an alternate approach as the discussion goes on.