Keysight Technologies, Inc. - KEYS STOCK NEWS

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has announced a significant advancement in vehicle-to-everything (V2X) automotive security. Working with Autotalks, Keysight's device security research lab, Riscure Security Solutions, successfully tested and certified a V2X communication solution under the Common Criteria certification program. This marks the first V2X chipset with an embedded hardware security module to receive such certification.

The achievement is important as V2X technology gains traction and security becomes paramount. The V2X protection profile within Common Criteria is expected to be one of the first standards promoted to the EU Cybersecurity Certification framework, aligning with the EU Cyber Resilience Act. Keysight's comprehensive testing approach combines functional and security expertise, demonstrating its ability to deliver results in demanding environments for innovative automotive solutions.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) will showcase advanced solutions for next-generation AI infrastructure at ECOC 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany, from September 23-25. The company will demonstrate innovations in optical test technologies, including:

1. Photonic IC test for verifying integrated circuits at wafer/die levels
2. Quantum photonic test to minimize timing jitter in single-photon detectors
3. 800G linear optics validation using the AresOne platform
4. 224G optical RX characterization for stressed receiver sensitivity
5. 448 Gbps optical research showcasing IM-DD technology
6. Photonic IC simulation using Electronics Photonics Design Automation

These solutions aim to accelerate network and data center speeds to 800G, 1.6T, or higher. Keysight's technical marketing engineer will also present on Silicon Photonics and optical amplification-free links.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) will showcase innovative radio frequency (RF) and millimeter wave solutions at European Microwave Week (EuMW) 2024, marking its 21st year as a Platinum sponsor. The event, held from September 22-27, 2024, in Paris, will feature Keysight's comprehensive solutions addressing test challenges across space, defense, automotive, IoT networks, 5G, and 6G applications.

Key demonstrations include:

• Simplified Converter Test with the new PNA-X Vector Network Analyzer
• Sub-THz Device Analysis for 6G ecosystems
• Precision RF Field Test using Spectrum Management Software
• Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) signal simulation
• Wideband Active Load-Pull for power amplifier design
• Wideband MIMO prototyping for 6G development

Keysight's CMO, Marie Hattar, will deliver an opening address on September 24th, titled 'Everything, Everyone, Everywhere: A Decade of Connecting the World'.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has introduced the InfiniiVision HD3 Series, a 14-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) oscilloscope. This new series offers four times the signal resolution and half the noise floor of other general-purpose oscilloscopes. Built with a custom application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) and deep memory architecture, the HD3 Series enables engineers to quickly detect and fix signal issues in various applications.

Key features include unparalleled precision with a 14-bit ADC resolution, a custom-built ASIC for higher sample rates and memory, deep memory capabilities, an all-new user interface, full test automation, and instant software upgrades. The series covers bandwidths between 200 MHz and 1 GHz, accelerating digital debugging and time to market.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has introduced the Electrical Structural Tester (EST), a cutting-edge wire bond inspection solution for semiconductor manufacturing. The EST employs advanced nano Vectorless Test Enhanced Performance (nVTEP) technology to detect subtle defects like wire sag, near shorts, and stray wires. Key benefits include:

1. Advanced defect detection using capacitive coupling analysis
2. High-volume manufacturing capability, testing up to 20 ICs simultaneously
3. Throughput of up to 72,000 units per hour
4. Big data analytics integration for enhanced yield

The EST addresses critical testing challenges in the semiconductor industry, particularly for mission-critical applications in medical devices and automotive systems. It will be showcased at SEMICON Taiwan 2024.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has announced its participation in several upcoming investor conferences in August and September 2024. Key events include:

• Jefferies Semiconductor, IT Hardware & Communications Technology Conference on August 27
• Deutsche Bank 2024 Technology Conference on August 28
• Citi 2024 Global Technology Conference on September 4
• Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference on September 9

CFO Neil Dougherty and SVP of Global Sales Mark Wallace will represent Keysight at these events. Live audio webcasts of the fireside chats will be available on Keysight's investor website, with replays accessible for 90 days after each event.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) reported Q3 2024 financial results, with revenue of $1.22 billion, down from $1.38 billion in Q3 2023. GAAP net income was $389 million ($2.22 per share), including a 94-cent year-to-date tax benefit. Non-GAAP net income was $275 million ($1.57 per share), including a 16-cent year-to-date tax benefit. The Communications Solutions Group (CSG) revenue decreased by 8%, while the Electronic Industrial Solutions Group (EISG) revenue fell by 20%. For Q4 2024, Keysight expects revenue between $1.245-1.265 billion and non-GAAP EPS of $1.53-1.59. The company reported improved cash flow and a strong cash position of $1.63 billion.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has joined the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC), a public-private partnership established by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to enhance national cybersecurity resilience. With 20 years of cybersecurity testing and threat intelligence research experience, Keysight will contribute to JCDC's mission of unifying global cyber defense efforts.

Keysight offers a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity tools, including Threat Simulator for validating security tools, CyPerf for evaluating cybersecurity in cloud environments, and IOT Security Assessment for testing connected devices. These automated solutions enable critical IT and OT operators to easily validate their resilience against emerging threats.

Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has achieved a significant milestone in 5G technology by enabling the first end-to-end interoperability and data connection in the FR3 frequency range. This breakthrough was accomplished in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, using Keysight's E7515P UXM 5G Wireless Test Platform and Qualcomm's mobile test platform.

The FR3 frequency range, part of the high-band spectrum for 5G networks, offers wider bandwidths for high-speed data transmission. This achievement is important for supporting 5G-Advanced and 6G use cases, potentially revolutionizing future wireless communications. The successful test included User Equipment calibration, RF Non-signaling verification, and a full-stack data connection, demonstrating the feasibility of FR3 for next-generation mobile devices.