ProLogium announces appointment of Airbus Senior Vice President Greg Ombach as independent director. With more than 25 years of leadership across aerospace, automotive battery systems and semiconductors, Ombach, ProLogium's new independent director, will bring diverse market perspectives and insights into global industrial strategy and manufacturing at scale to enrich the Board's strategic deliberations and help guide the company's next phase of growth. TAIPEI, Taiwan, Oct. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - ProLogium, a global leader in next-generation solid-state battery technology, today announced the appointment of Dr. Grzegorz ("Greg") Ombach, Senior Vice President at Airbus, as an independent director of the company. His appointment will become effective upon the completion of ProLogium's previously announced business combination with Translational Development Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: TDAC). This appointment will further strengthen the Board's industry expertise and governance capabilities, supporting ProLogium's next phase of global commercialization. Ombach brings more than 25 years of international leadership experience spanning aerospace, battery systems, automotive technology, semiconductors and advanced engineering. Throughout his career, he has focused on translating breakthrough technologies from research and engineering into scalable products, commercially viable business models and global market opportunities. Having held senior leadership positions across Europe, the United States and Asia, Ombach offers extensive expertise in advanced technology strategy, high-volume battery production, intellectual property licensing, new business development and global commercialization. He is also completing the INSEAD International Directors Programme, further strengthening his focus on effective board governance and long-term value creation. From Next-Generation Aerospace Innovation to Industrial Scale-Up Ombach currently serves as Senior Vice President and Head of Disruptive Research and Technology at Airbus, where he oversees next-generation aerospace technologies, forward-looking technology strategies and innovation portfolios, with a focus on translating breakthrough research into practical industrial applications. In this capacity, he represented Airbus in advancing a collaboration with Toshiba to explore superconducting technologies, including the joint development of a 2-megawatt-class superconducting motor for potential applications in future electric aircraft propulsion systems. The initiative highlights his leadership in frontier technologies, cross-industry collaboration and next-generation electrification. As electrification expands beyond automotive applications into aerospace, robotics and other high-performance systems, advanced battery technologies are becoming increasingly important to the next wave of industrial innovation. These sectors demand not only higher energy density and enhanced safety, but also exceptional reliability, manufacturing consistency and the ability to scale production. ProLogium has spent years advancing next-generation battery technology and manufacturing processes, building a foundation of technical validation and industrialization capabilities. From High-Volume Battery Production to Technology Commercialization Prior to joining Airbus, Ombach served as Executive Vice President at Germany-based automotive technology company Dräxlmaier Group, where his responsibilities included corporate strategy, innovation and the battery systems business. During his tenure, he gained extensive experience in the development, industrialization and high-volume production of advanced automotive battery systems, including major production programs involving the 800-volt high-performance battery system used in the Porsche Taycan. Earlier in his career, Ombach served as Global Vice President and General Manager at Qualcomm, where he was responsible for technology licensing and commercialization activities involving advanced automotive technologies. He also held leadership positions at Siemens VDO, Continental and Brose, further strengthening his background in technological innovation, industrial partnerships and international market development. From industrializing high-performance battery systems and commercializing advanced technologies to advancing next-generation aerospace innovation, Ombach's cross-industry expertise will provide ProLogium with valuable strategic insight as it scales its global manufacturing operations, deepens customer relationships and explores high-value applications, including aerospace. Advancing from Technology Leadership to Global Industrialization and Long-Term Growth Vincent Yang, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of ProLogium, said: "I have always believed that the value of breakthrough battery technology is ultimately realized through consistent manufacturing, competitive costs and customer adoption. Building on the technology and manufacturing capabilities we have developed over many years, we are expanding our global commercial presence to build a business with lasting competitiveness and sustained growth potential. "Greg brings experience spanning battery industrialization, technology commercialization and next-generation aerospace innovation. He understands the safety and reliability demands of high-performance applications, as well as the execution discipline required to move from engineering development to production at scale. His cross-industry perspective will bring valuable strategic insight to ProLogium as we advance our global operations. "We look forward to drawing on Greg's experience to strengthen our industrialization strategy and long-term resource allocation, bring our core technologies into commercial applications, and work with partners across the value chain to build an industry ecosystem that supports mutual growth and shared success. Through steady business growth, we aim to create long-term value for our customers and shareholders." Dr. Greg Ombach said: "I am delighted by the opportunity to join ProLogium's Board of Directors. Throughout my career, I have believed that the true value of breakthrough technology lies not only in innovation itself, but in its ability to be successfully industrialized and create meaningful impact in global markets. "As electrification continues to transform automotive, aerospace and other high-performance industries, the market needs more than advanced battery technology. It needs solutions that combine safety, performance and scalable manufacturing capabilities. ProLogium's long-standing commitment to next-generation battery technology and advanced manufacturing provides an important foundation for addressing these evolving industry needs. "I look forward to bringing my background in battery industrialization, technology commercialization and global innovation to the Board, contributing cross-industry strategic perspectives as ProLogium advances its global development and explores new opportunities for long-term value creation." Ombach's appointment will further strengthen ProLogium's Board with expertise in global industrial strategy, manufacturing scale-up, capital allocation and emerging market development. As ProLogium advances its global commercialization, the company will continue to bring together Board members with international perspectives and practical industry experience, drawing on their strategic insights, industry resources and global networks to deepen customer and partner relationships, expand into high-value markets and translate technological advantages into tangible commercial results, supporting the company's long-term growth.

ICYMI ep80: Live from Qualcomm Dragonwing IoT Day. October 30, 2026 Hello Embedded Engineers, Developers and Makers! Welcome to In Case You Missed It, the weekly news show all about Embedded technologies and solutions from Embedded Computing Design, this time Live from Qualcomm's San Diego California headquarters at the new Customer Experience Center. It's Friday October 30, 2026, I'm Ken Briodagh, Editor in Chief of Embedded Computing Design and this is what you missed at Dragonwing IoT Day. Qualcomm invited me to the headquarters to hear all about the new Dragonwing platform and how it is representative of, as CEO Christiano Amon said, "a new Qualcomm." I saw demos from Canonical, Advantech, AWS, and consult.red focused on computer vision, frontline worker aids, natural language processing, and lots of other AI applications. There was a ton of talk about systems or systems, platform strategy, partnership, ecosystems, key acquisitions like Edge Impulse, and Arduino, and building solutions designed to solve customer challenges. Give it a watch and keep an eye out for the rest of my coverage, coming very soon. That's it for this week. Make sure you look for the In Case You Missed It LinkedIn Newsletter for even more stories you don't want to miss, coming out every Monday. Subscribe to our channel so you don't miss any of our shows, and follow us on Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/embedded-computing-design and all across the web. Please reach out if you'd like to advertise on In Case You Missed It. https://embeddedcomputing.com/pages/contact See you next week.

QCOM stock earnings preview: what to expect from Qualcomm's Q4 report. Follow this Author Qualcomm (QCOM) will release its fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 results on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The report is likely to highlight persistent headwinds affecting the company's financial performance, with revenue and earnings constrained by challenges in its CDMA Technologies (QCT) business and its data center product investments. Despite these near-term pressures, Qualcomm's longer-term growth outlook remains encouraging. Its efforts to diversify beyond its traditional handset business are opening up opportunities across automotive technology, the Internet of Things (IoT), data center computing, and AI infrastructure. However, in the near-term, QCOM's top and bottom lines could remain under pressure. Qualcomm Q4 outlook. Qualcomm's near-term growth outlook remains challenged by persistent weakness in the Android smartphone market, investments in data center products, and a lower revenue contribution from Apple (AAPL). The rapid expansion of AI infrastructure has redirected memory supply toward data centers, tightening availability, and increasing costs for smartphone manufacturers. These supply-side pressures have prompted several Android OEMs, mainly in China, to reduce production volumes, creating headwinds for Qualcomm's handset business. Management indicated that QCT handset revenue from Chinese OEMs likely reached a trough in the third quarter, with sequential growth expected to return to double-digit levels in the fourth quarter. However, this recovery may not offset broader industry weakness and declining Apple-related revenue. Consequently, Qualcomm's handset business is likely to remain under pressure in the near term. Qualcomm forecasts fourth-quarter revenue of $9.7 billion to $10.5 billion, implying a midpoint of $10.1 billion, about 10% below the prior-year period. QCT revenue is projected at $8.4 billion to $9.0 billion, compared with $9.8 billion a year earlier. QCT handset revenue is expected to reach about $5.2 billion, down roughly 25% year over year. Although improving sequential demand from Android manufacturers should provide some support, lower Apple-related revenue is expected to outweigh the benefit. Qualcomm anticipates a sharper reduction in Apple product revenue beginning in the fourth fiscal quarter, as its share of components for the upcoming iPhone launch is expected to decline materially. Management projects Apple-related revenue to fall by approximately 50% between the September and December quarters. This anticipated contraction represents a significant near-term headwind. Within QCT, the Internet of Things (IoT) business is expected to deliver revenue broadly in line with the year-ago quarter. Double-digit growth across industrial, networking, and robotics applications should support performance, though memory-related constraints affecting tablets and other consumer-oriented products are likely to offset these gains. By contrast, Qualcomm's automotive business is expected to remain a key growth driver, with management forecasting another record quarter and approximately 60% year-over-year revenue growth. Continued expansion in automotive connectivity and computing solutions could help diversify Qualcomm's revenue base over time. Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL) revenue is projected to range between $1.2 billion and $1.4 billion, with a midpoint of $1.3 billion. This would represent a decline from the $1.4 billion reported in the prior-year quarter. At the earnings level, Qualcomm forecasts adjusted fourth-quarter earnings per share of $2.05 to $2.25, down from $3.00 in the corresponding period last year. The anticipated decline reflects lower revenue, weaker handset economics, and continued investment in the company's data center product roadmap. Analysts remain divided on QCOM stock. Qualcomm's Q4 FY2026 results are likely to reflect continued pressure on revenue and earnings, driven by smartphone market weakness, declining Apple-related revenue, and ongoing data center investments. Despite a consensus analyst rating of "Moderate Buy," sentiment remains mixed, with most analysts maintaining "Hold" or "Sell" recommendations ahead of the quarterly earnings announcement. From a longer-term perspective, however, Qualcomm's expanding presence in automotive technology, the IoT, and AI infrastructure provides potential avenues for sustainable growth. The company now targets more than $40 billion in non-handset QCT revenue by FY2029. Automotive and IoT are expected to account for over $24 billion of this total, while data center-related opportunities could contribute more than $15 billion. Overall, QCOM's long-term prospects remain solid. However, in the near term, its top and bottom line could remain under pressure. On the date of publication, Amit Singh did not directly have a position in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here. More News from Barchart