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BCE reports first quarter 2023 results

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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BCE revenue grew a strong 3.5%, despite an economic environment that continues to impact media advertising and our business markets sector.

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  • BCE revenue grew a strong 3.5%, despite an economic environment that continues to impact media advertising and our business markets sector.
  • 17 According to Numeris, P2+ (Persons aged 2 or more) Total Canada, Q1 2023 (01/01/2023 - 03/31/2023) and Numeris, French Québec, Q1 2023 (01/01/2023 to 03/31/2023) P2+ and A25-54, French-language sports channels.
  • BCE's Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.9675 per common share, payable on July 17, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 15, 2023.
  • BCE confirmed its financial guidance targets for 2023, as provided on February 2, 2023, as follows:

Bell Media Announces Unprecedented, Sweeping Content Pact with Warner Bros. Discovery

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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Discovery, including HBO Originals, Max Originals, Warner Bros. films, the DC universe, and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter –

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  • Discovery, including HBO Originals, Max Originals, Warner Bros. films, the DC universe, and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter –
    TORONTO, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Bell Media, Canada's leading media company, announced today a landmark long-term and exclusive licensing agreement with Warner Bros.
  • The agreement also feeds CTV, CTV.ca, the CTV app, and Bell Media's suite of Specialty channels with Warner Bros.
  • "Bell Media is committed to providing Canadians with the most compelling content, and this deal, which secures the biggest titles on screens today, does just that."
  • "Bell Media is one of our most important and long-standing partners," said David Decker, President of Content Sales at Warner Bros.

Bell Media and Production Partners Garner 54 Wins at the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards

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Saturday, April 15, 2023
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TORONTO, April 14, 2023 /CNW/ - Bell Media congratulates its production partners, team members, and talent on their achievements at the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards, celebrating the best in Canadian film, television, and digital media.

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  • TORONTO, April 14, 2023 /CNW/ - Bell Media congratulates its production partners, team members, and talent on their achievements at the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards, celebrating the best in Canadian film, television, and digital media.
  • Garnering 54 wins, Bell Media continues to be recognized for its commitment to producing exceptional Canadian content that connects audiences nationally.
  • Presented during Canadian Screen Week, from April 11-14, Bell Media was honoured with 36 Canadian Screen Awards in television categories, more than any other private broadcaster.
  • "Congratulations to our colleagues and production partners on this well-deserved recognition," said Karine Moses, Senior Vice-President, Content Development and News, Bell Media and Vice Chair, Québec, Bell.

The World's Largest Film Festival Turns Ten on April 19, 2023, With Major Tributes and National Partnerships

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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The World's Largest Film Festival Turns Ten on April 19, 2023, With Major Tributes and National Partnerships

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  • The World's Largest Film Festival Turns Ten on April 19, 2023, With Major Tributes and National Partnerships
    We are honoured to announce that Canada's Governor General, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, is again the Honorary Patron of this year's National Canadian Film Day.
  • John and the Missus will also be streaming for free across Canada, courtesy of the producer.
  • -  Writer-director Chandler Levack attending the BAFICI (Buenos Aires Festival Internacional de Cine Independiente in Argentina) for a screening of her film I Like Movies.
  • REEL CANADA Artistic Director, Sharon Corder, says, "National Canadian Film Day is about connecting our great national cinema with audiences everywhere.

Say Her Name! Bell Media Inks Development Deal with World Renowned Entertainer, Priyanka

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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TORONTO, Feb. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Bell Media announced today it is teaming up with world-renowned entertainer, musical artist, and first-ever winner of Canada's Drag Race, Priyanka, on a multi-faceted partnership which includes a development deal and a first-look acquisition opportunity on international projects.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Bell Media announced today it is teaming up with world-renowned entertainer, musical artist, and first-ever winner of Canada's Drag Race, Priyanka, on a multi-faceted partnership which includes a development deal and a first-look acquisition opportunity on international projects.
  • "Priyanka is a limitless entertainer that brings versatility, energy, and humour to everything she does," said Justin Stockman, Vice President, Content Development and Programming, Bell Media.
  • This pact serves as a direct pipeline between Priyanka and Bell Media to create original premium content, that looks to showcase underrepresented and unique perspectives, ideas, and people, as well as unique client integration opportunities.
  • As part of the development deal, Priyanka serves as executive producer on these projects, and has already begun developing ideas.

Bell Media Congratulates TV and Film Production Partners on 183 Nominations for the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Bell Media congratulates its production partners, internal team members, talent, and all those involved in the creation of productions nominated for the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Bell Media congratulates its production partners, internal team members, talent, and all those involved in the creation of productions nominated for the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards.
  • Announced earlier today , Bell Media garnered 183 total nominations, comprising 114 television and digital nominations and 69 nominations for Bell Media-supported films.
  • Bell Media is the proud Platinum Partner of the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards, and title sponsor of the Sports Programming and Lifestyle & Reality Awards.
  • The Canadian Screen Awards take place during Canadian Screen Week (April 11-14) at Meridian Hall in Toronto.

Skyworks Appoints Maryann Turcke to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: SWKS), an innovator of high-performance analog and mixed signal semiconductors connecting people, places and things, today announced that the company has appointed Maryann Turcke to its board of directors.

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  • Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: SWKS), an innovator of high-performance analog and mixed signal semiconductors connecting people, places and things, today announced that the company has appointed Maryann Turcke to its board of directors.
  • Turcke most recently served as senior advisor to the infrastructure division of Brookfield Asset Management.
  • “Maryann’s leadership experience, together with her deep expertise in the telecommunications and media industries, will be invaluable to Skyworks as we drive growth across a broad set of markets and applications,” said Liam K. Griffin, chairman, CEO and president of Skyworks.
  • “By leveraging decades of investments in wireless technologies, Skyworks has carved out a unique, strategic position supporting the rapidly expanding Internet of Things,” said Turcke.

FPT Featured On Globalive Media’s Technology Series “Beyond Innovation” On Bloomberg Television

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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Vietnam's leading technology group FPT participated in “Beyond Innovation” Season 3, the leading technology series airing on Bloomberg Television (Bloomberg TV).

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  • Vietnam's leading technology group FPT participated in “Beyond Innovation” Season 3, the leading technology series airing on Bloomberg Television (Bloomberg TV).
  • Hosted by Venture Capitalist Anthony Lacavera and Experienced Tech Journalist Michael Bancroft, the series discover new technologies and entrepreneurs transforming our lives for the better.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230131005551/en/
    Host Anthony Lacavera (right) interviewed FPT Chairman Truong Gia Binh and Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam CEO Michele Wee on Beyond Innovation.
  • "Beyond Innovation” is independently produced by Globalive Media and reached more than 437-million households across more than 70 countries on Bloomberg TV.

BCE reports 2022 Q4 and full-year results, announces 2023 financial targets

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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"We capped off 2022 with another quarter of consistent and disciplined execution that drove a strong 3.7% increase in total revenue in Q4.

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  • "We capped off 2022 with another quarter of consistent and disciplined execution that drove a strong 3.7% increase in total revenue in Q4.
  • "BCE's fundamentals and competitive position are as strong as ever, as evidenced by our 2022 operating results and consistent financial guidance targets for 2023.
  • BCE capital expenditures in Q4 were $1,638 million, up 11.7% from $1,466 million last year, corresponding to a capital intensity12 of 25.4%, compared to 23.6% in Q4 2021.
  • 19 According to Numeris, P2+ (Persons aged 2 or more) Total Canada, Q4 2022 (10/01/2022 - 12/31/2022) and Numeris, French Québec, Q4 2022 (10/01/2022 to 12/31/2022) P2+ and A25-54, French-language sports channels.

Crave Boosts its International Offering with Viaplay Select

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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TORONTO, Jan. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Crave announced today a partnership with Viaplay Group that delivers more than 150 hours of premium Nordic content to Crave subscribers through Viaplay Select.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Crave announced today a partnership with Viaplay Group that delivers more than 150 hours of premium Nordic content to Crave subscribers through Viaplay Select.
  • Viaplay Select is a branded content concept that offers critically acclaimed Viaplay series and films, along with curated third-party content from the Nordic region, to partner platforms around the world.
  • The Viaplay Select content bolsters Crave's international offering which already includes acclaimed titles such as HBO's THE INVESTIGATION, 30 COINS, BEARTOWN, and MY BRILLIANT FRIEND, plus much more, all featured in Crave's International TV & Movies Collection .
  • Vanda Rapti, Viaplay Group Chief Commercial Officer, North America & Viaplay Select: "This partnership with Crave gives Canadian audiences a great taste of what Viaplay is all about, ahead of our direct-to-consumer launch.