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BlackBerry (NYSE:BB) has announced its participation in the upcoming CIBC Technology & Innovation Conference 13.0 on May 22, 2025. John Wall, Chief Operating Officer of QNX and Head of Product, Engineering & Services, will participate in a fireside chat at 8:00am ET. The event will be available via live stream, and a replay will be accessible on BlackBerry's investor relations website.

BlackBerry (BB) has announced a normal course issuer bid (NCIB) share buyback program, receiving approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange. The program allows for the repurchase of up to 27,855,153 common shares, representing approximately 4.7% of the outstanding public float as of May 5, 2025.

The buyback will be executed through various exchanges including TSX, NYSE, and alternative trading systems, with daily purchases through TSX limited to 721,194 shares. The NCIB will run from May 12, 2025 to May 11, 2026. BlackBerry expects to generate positive operating cash flow during fiscal 2026 and believes the share repurchase program represents an appropriate use of available funds when share prices don't reflect the company's underlying value.

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BlackBerry's Malaysia Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) celebrates its first anniversary with significant expansions. The center announced new free cybersecurity training initiatives including: 50 scholarships for Malaysian women through ISC2, 25 CompTIA ITF+ certifications for underserved communities via 42KL, and training for 1,000 students and 250 lecturers through the CyberNext Program partnership with TalentCorp. The center will soon introduce EC Council Learning, a self-paced cybersecurity platform for Malaysian Government employees. Notable achievements include 40% women attendance in the past year. The initiative is supported by a $3.9M CAD investment from the Canadian Government, implemented through Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst and BlackBerry, demonstrating international collaboration in cybersecurity education.

QNX, a BlackBerry division, released research showing 77% of global technology leaders trust robotics in workplace operations. The study, surveying 1,000 executives across healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and heavy machinery sectors, reveals 71% currently use or plan to implement robotics.

Key findings highlight that safety/risk mitigation (42%) and proven reliability (40%) are primary trust factors. Executives expect 20% of their workforce to be automated through robotics within a decade. While comfort levels are high for basic tasks like assembly (77%) and material handling (73%), there's lower trust in robotics performing medical procedures (51%) and customer service (55%).

Notable concerns include workplace preparedness (32% feel unprepared) and security risks (58% expressed concerns). The global robotics market is projected to grow from $51 billion in 2024 to $163.9 billion by 2030. The study emphasizes that 92% believe employee involvement is crucial in robotics integration.

BlackBerry (NYSE:BB) has announced that its crisis communication software BlackBerry AtHoc has achieved FedRAMP High Authorization status from the Joint Authorization Board (JAB). This represents a significant upgrade after eight years in the FedRAMP program.

AtHoc, currently used by over 75% of U.S. federal government agencies, is an interoperable CEM system for crisis communications and incident response. The authorization validates compliance with 421 federal security and privacy standards outlined in NIST SP 800-53, setting the highest bar for protecting sensitive data.

Existing BlackBerry AtHoc customers currently using FedRAMP Moderate authorization can now upgrade to FedRAMP High. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) served as the sponsoring agency for this authorization.

BlackBerry's (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) QNX division and WeRide Inc. have announced a collaboration to accelerate the development of Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs). WeRide has integrated QNX OS for Safety into their ADAS WePilot solution for L2++ passenger vehicles.

The first joint project between WeRide and Bosch entered mass production in late 2023, implementing their integrated intelligence driving assistance system in Chery's EXEED Sterra ES and ET models. The system features defensive driving, agile lane-changing, and 360-degree obstacle avoidance capabilities, functioning in all weather conditions.

WeRide's ADAS WePilot solution, powered by QNX, supports multi-modality sensor fusion and map-free technology. The system is certified with ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 26262, and ASPICE CL2 standards. QNX's technology is currently utilized by major OEMs and Tier 1s including BMW, Bosch, Continental, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, and Volkswagen.

BlackBerry's QNX division has announced that Chinese EV maker Leapmotor has chosen QNX technology as the foundational software platform for its new B10 electric SUV. The B10, Leapmotor's first global SUV model, has shown strong market reception with 31,688 orders within 48 hours of its China presale launch.

The vehicle integrates multiple QNX technologies, including the Neutrino RTOS, Software Development Platform, Hypervisor, and OS for Safety (certified to TUV Rhein ISO26262 ASIL D). These systems power the B10's intelligent digital cockpit and L2+ autonomous driving controllers.

This collaboration extends the partnership that began in 2021 with the Leapmotor C11. The B10, built on Leapmotor's LEAP3.5 architecture, represents the first of several B-series models planned for global markets in 2025.

BlackBerry (BB) reported strong Q4 and FY2025 financial results, beating expectations across all divisions. Q4 revenue reached $141.7 million with 74% adjusted gross margin. The company's three main divisions - QNX, Secure Communications, and Licensing - all exceeded guidance.

Key Q4 highlights include QNX revenue of $65.8 million with 83% gross margin, Secure Communications revenue of $67.3 million, and Licensing revenue of $8.6 million. Operating cash flow improved significantly to $42.0 million. Total cash and investments increased by $144 million to $410 million.

For FY2025, total revenue was $534.9 million with QNX growing 10% year-over-year. The company completed the sale of Cylance to Arctic Wolf and provided FY2026 guidance projecting revenue between $504-534 million.

BlackBerry's (NYSE:BB) QNX division and Advantech have announced an expanded collaboration to enhance their embedded systems development offerings. The partnership, building on their decade-long relationship, focuses on delivering pre-integrated solutions for medical devices, robotics, industrial automation, aerospace and defense (A&D), and agricultural technology (AgTech) sectors.

Key improvements include streamlined procurement through a single point of contact for both QNX software and Advantech hardware. Advantech has developed over 30 Board Support Packages (BSPs) and device drivers optimized for QNX, with more planned. The collaboration aims to accelerate time-to-market by simplifying the porting process and reducing development time.

QNX's technology is notably present in critical systems across various industries, including healthcare, where it serves nine of the top ten medical device manufacturers. The partnership emphasizes real-time operating systems, safety certifications, and audit capabilities.