Viasat, Inc.

Viasat, U.S. Navy Renew Contract for Managed Internet, Wi-Fi and Voice Services Worldwide; Expand Relationship with Debut of TV Services and Enablement of MILITARY STAR Card Program

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Telecommunications, Satellite Internet access, Viasat, Inc., Wi-Fi, Technology

The contract also adds the roll-out of interactive satellite-based high-definition TV service at 32 Navy Lodge sites, to enrich the lives of sailors, their families and guests during their stay.

Key Points: 
  • The contract also adds the roll-out of interactive satellite-based high-definition TV service at 32 Navy Lodge sites, to enrich the lives of sailors, their families and guests during their stay.
  • Viasat is also proud to announce it is now accepting the MILITARY STAR card as a form of payment for its services.
  • "One of NEXCOM's core missions is to support Navy quality of life programs for active duty military, retirees, reservists and their families," said Mary Johnson,vice president of NEXCOM's Telecommunications Program Office.
  • Forward looking statements include statements about Viasat's continued provision of managed internet, Wi-Fi, voice and other services for personal use networks across Navy facilities worldwide.

It’s simple to grow, adapt and innovate when you start with the best in-memory database management system

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Thursday, February 25, 2021
Embedded databases, eXtremeDB, Embedded database, Viasat, Inc., Reliability engineering, Commercial off-the-shelf, Database, Engineering, Academic disciplines, Telecommunications

As the first embedded database management system created specifically for real-time embedded systems, eXtremeDB continues to provide unmatched performance, reliability and efficiency.

Key Points: 
  • As the first embedded database management system created specifically for real-time embedded systems, eXtremeDB continues to provide unmatched performance, reliability and efficiency.
  • - ViaSat
    Reliability is absolutely critical to our customers, which was one of the key reasons for choosing McObjects eXtremeDB.
  • Since 2001, our goal has been to provide customers with a database management system that supports their current needs and that evolves to meet future demands.
  • Its one of the many unique features that eXtremeDB offers that cant be found in other commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) database management systems.

Viasat to Present at Upcoming Events for the Financial Community

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Telecommunications, Satellite Internet access, Television, Broadcasting, Television in Sweden, Viasat, Inc., Modern Times Group, Viasat, Very-small-aperture terminal

CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company, today announced that senior executives willparticipate at the following virtual events for the financial community:

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  • CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company, today announced that senior executives willparticipate at the following virtual events for the financial community:
    Audio Webcast:Available online at: investors.viasat.com .
  • Audio Webcast:An audio webcast will not be available for this event.
  • Viasatmaintains a current listing of its scheduled investor conferences on the Events and Presentations page in the Investor section of its website.
  • Viasat, the Viasat logo and the Viasat signal are registered trademarks of Viasat, Inc. All other product or company names mentioned are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Viasat Receives Enhanced Cybersecurity Services Accreditation from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Monday, February 22, 2021
Satellite Internet access, Viasat, Inc., Data security, Telecommunications, Cyberwarfare, Computer security, Computing

DHS accredited Viasat as one of four companies able to pass stringent ECS program requirements following an audit of Viasat's cybersecurity capabilities, security architecture and facilities.

Key Points: 
  • DHS accredited Viasat as one of four companies able to pass stringent ECS program requirements following an audit of Viasat's cybersecurity capabilities, security architecture and facilities.
  • Viasat strategically places its TCS devices within a customer's network and securely manages, maintains and configures them remotely from Viasat's Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC).
  • Viasat has a world-class CSOC that uses an integrated and scalable cybersecurity model based on the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
  • Viasat, the Viasat logo and the Viasat signal are registered trademarks of Viasat, Inc. All other product or company names mentioned are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Rigrodsky Law, P.A. Reminds Investors of Investigations of VIE, FFG, JWS, and RNET Mergers

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Friday, February 19, 2021
Satellite Internet access, Viasat, Inc., Fiduciary, NASDAQ, Telecommunications, Finance, Law

Under the terms of the agreement, Viela Bios shareholders will receive $53.00 in cash per share.

Key Points: 
  • Under the terms of the agreement, Viela Bios shareholders will receive $53.00 in cash per share.
  • Under the terms of the agreement, FBL Financials shareholders will receive $56.00 in cash per share.
  • RigNet, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: RNET ) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to RigNets agreement to be acquired by Viasat Inc.
  • You may also contact Seth D. Rigrodsky or Gina M. Serra cost and obligation free at (888) 969-4242 or [email protected] .

Viasat Named a 2021 Channel Influencer Award Winner by Channel Partners and Channel Futures

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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Satellite Internet access, Telecommunications, Viasat, Inc., Very-small-aperture terminal, Futures contract

CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (Nasdaq: VSAT), a global communications company, today announced it was named a 2021 Channel Influencer Award winner by Channel Partners and Channel Futures .

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  • CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (Nasdaq: VSAT), a global communications company, today announced it was named a 2021 Channel Influencer Award winner by Channel Partners and Channel Futures .
  • The award recognized Viasat as one of 25 organizations helping to shape the technology/telecommunications sales channel in 2021.
  • The influencers within the Channel Partners and Channel Futures community are those with a true network that have a loyal, trusted following."
  • "Our editorial team carefully examined the industry for individuals and organizations that are exerting true influence in the channel today," said Craig Galbraith, editorial director, Channel Partners & Channel Futures.

Viasat First-to-Certify its High-Speed Network Encryption Device with the New National Security Agency Cryptographic Interoperability Standard

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021
IEEE 802, Foreign relations, Government, Telecommunications, IEEE standards, IEEE 802.1AE, IEEE 802.1, Viasat, Inc., Computer network, Ethernet, Five Eyes

The device is available in 20/40/80/200 Gbps aggregate speed configurations, and isable to deliver reliable, network-efficient protection for Layer 2 Ethernet communications.

Key Points: 
  • The device is available in 20/40/80/200 Gbps aggregate speed configurations, and isable to deliver reliable, network-efficient protection for Layer 2 Ethernet communications.
  • "Network encryption is essential in protecting the integrity of sensitive information transported by our U.S. government, military and Five Eye (FVEY) coalition forces.
  • As mission-critical applicationssuch as machine learning and artificial intelligencemigrate to cloud-centric networks, they will require more bandwidth, better processing speeds and greater network encryption with advanced security features," said Ken Peterman, president, Government Systems, Viasat.
  • The KG-142 encryptor also conforms to NSA Ethernet Security Specification (ESS) and IEEE Std 802.1AE MACsec to ensure backward interoperability across government networks.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Rigrodsky Law, P.A. Reminds Investors of Investigations of, HMSY, JWS, MGLN, and RNET Mergers

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Equity, Satellite Internet access, Viasat, Inc., Fiduciary, HMS Holdings, NASDAQ, Service companies, Telecommunications, Companies

Under the terms of the agreement, HMS Holdings shareholders will $37.00 in cash per share.

Key Points: 
  • Under the terms of the agreement, HMS Holdings shareholders will $37.00 in cash per share.
  • To learn more about this investigation and your rights, visit: https://www.rl-legal.com/cases-hms-holdings-corp .
  • RigNet, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: RNET ) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to RigNets agreement to be acquired by Viasat Inc.
  • You may also contact Seth D. Rigrodsky or Gina M. Serra cost and obligation free at (888) 969-4242 or [email protected] .

Viasat, Gazprom Space Systems, TMC Sign Strategic MOU Establishing a Multi-Year Roadmap of Cooperation to Bring In-Flight Connectivity Services to Russia

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Telecommunications, Television, Satellite Internet access, Broadcasting, Viasat, Inc., Viasat, Roaming, Gazprom Space Systems

The MOU establishes an initial roaming agreement between current Viasat and GSS satellites, with Viasat operating in Russia leveraging TMC's telecom license.

Key Points: 
  • The MOU establishes an initial roaming agreement between current Viasat and GSS satellites, with Viasat operating in Russia leveraging TMC's telecom license.
  • Each company will maintain its own intellectual property and will operate its equipment using a secure, multi-layered approach to network services.
  • This non-binding MOU initially covers IFC services, but could extend into other mobility or emerging markets within Russia.
  • Gazprom Space Systems (GSS) is a Russian satellite operator providing capacity in Russia and CIS, Europe, Middle East, Africa, South East Asia, Pacific Ocean.

Viasat Awarded Contract to Upgrade the UK Ministry of Defence's Ultra High Frequency Satellite Communications Network Control Stations

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Military satellites, Satellites, Telecommunications, Skynet, Viasat, Inc., Satcom, Communications satellite, Communications satellites

FARNBOROUGH, U.K., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company,announced today that Airbus has awarded Viasat's UK entity an $8.5 million (GBP 6.7m) contract to upgrade the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) satellite communications (SATCOM) Network Control Stations (NCS), delivering the UHF Skynet capability to the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).

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  • FARNBOROUGH, U.K., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company,announced today that Airbus has awarded Viasat's UK entity an $8.5 million (GBP 6.7m) contract to upgrade the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) satellite communications (SATCOM) Network Control Stations (NCS), delivering the UHF Skynet capability to the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).
  • Airbus has been using Viasat's UHF SATCOM technology since 2012, within the Skynet satellite network, which currently benefits UK MOD and coalition forces, including NATO and Five Eye (FVEY) nations.
  • "The UHF upgrade, incorporating our VISION software, is key to providing increased mission effectiveness by rapidly expanding the Skynet capability to UK MOD and allied forces," said Steve Beeching, managing director, Viasat UK.
  • The use of VISION in the IW Phase 2 upgrade, will provide network operators more control of the UHF network, and warfighters with a more resilient communications service.