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Mirai Robotics, an Italian startup, has secured $4.2 million in pre-seed funding to develop autonomous surface vessels and a maritime intelligence platform. This investment targets the "blue economy," aiming to introduce software-defined control to oceans to combat rising costs, workforce shortages, and enhance surveillance. The company’s innovative technology promises to unlock new efficiencies and address critical security challenges in marine environments.
Washington's current car-and-passenger ferry system is unreliable. The 'Mosquito Fleet Act' proposes empowering local districts to rapidly deploy passenger-only ferries. This aims to revitalize maritime transit, leverage local shipbuilding expertise, and foster clean tech.
