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R & D

NOUN
investigation into new products
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“I expect a narrative shift and a further R&D boost toward post-quantum cryptography,” Drake wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

"Our R&D teams are testing and exploring various options, such as ground robots, which also have potential for civilian applications," Renault said in a statement to AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

R&D and infrastructure costs need to be recouped in a relatively small number of sales, Savelsberg said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The company plans to further increase its R&D investment in physical AI, which might impact near-term profitability, but support its long-term growth outlook, Nomura says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Blew through all their capital on R&D, didn't have anything left to productize their tech with.

From Eastern Standard Tribe by Doctorow, Cory