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James Q. Crowe, Telecommunications Pioneer, Dies at 74

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Friday, July 7, 2023
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SHERIDAN, Colo., July 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JQ Crowe Company announced that James Q. Crowe, a technology and telecommunications visionary who spearheaded the fiber optic telecommunications revolution, died July 2nd in Paradise Valley, Arizona, after a battle with pulmonary arterial hypertension.

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  • SHERIDAN, Colo., July 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JQ Crowe Company announced that James Q. Crowe, a technology and telecommunications visionary who spearheaded the fiber optic telecommunications revolution, died July 2nd in Paradise Valley, Arizona, after a battle with pulmonary arterial hypertension.
  • "A network for the eyes rather than for the ears" was how Crowe described it.
  • James Quell Crowe was born July 2, 1949, at Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base to the highly decorated Marine Colonel Henry Pierson Crowe and Mona Quell Crowe.
  • His group's construction work laying optical fiber underground for clients led Crowe to propose, then lead, Kiewit's push into fiber optic telecommunications.

SeaChange International Appoints Veteran TMT Executive Peter D. Aquino as President & Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, September 27, 2021
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BOSTON, Sept. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SeaChange International, Inc. (NASDAQ: SEAC), a leading provider of video delivery, advertising, and streaming platforms, has appointed Peter D. Aquino as the companys new President and Chief Executive Officer effective today.

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  • BOSTON, Sept. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SeaChange International, Inc. (NASDAQ: SEAC), a leading provider of video delivery, advertising, and streaming platforms, has appointed Peter D. Aquino as the companys new President and Chief Executive Officer effective today.
  • Mr. Aquino commented: I am very excited to join SeaChange at such a pivotal time in its growth and potential for new innovation given its decades of performance and software development.
  • Mr. Aquino joins SeaChange International following a successful tenure at Spartacus Acquisition Corporation (Spartacus AC) (NASDAQ: TMTS), a special purpose acquisition company, where he currently serves as Chairman and CEO.
  • SeaChange enjoys a rich heritage of nearly three decades of video hardware, software, and advertising technology.

Harris Broadband to Join the Grande Communications Family

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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"We're excited to become a part of the Grande Communications family," said Philip Harris, President of Harris Broadband.

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  • "We're excited to become a part of the Grande Communications family," said Philip Harris, President of Harris Broadband.
  • For the immediate future, Harris Broadband customers will continue to receive billing statements and communication directly from Harris Broadband.
  • (RCN); Texas (Grande Communications and enTouch Systems) and Washington, Oregon and California (Wave Broadband).
  • Grande Communications is a Texas-based broadband communications company that offers a full suite of internet, TV, and phone services for residential and business customers through its state-of-the-art, high-capacity, hybrid fiber-optic network.

Astound Broadband to Acquire Select Assets of WOW! Internet, Cable & Phone, Adding Chicago and Key Indiana, Maryland Markets to Nationwide Fiber Network

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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In total, these assets comprise approximately 128,000 residential and business customers, more than 700,000 homes passed and 5,700 miles of plant.

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  • In total, these assets comprise approximately 128,000 residential and business customers, more than 700,000 homes passed and 5,700 miles of plant.
  • Astounds acquisition of WOW!s Illinois, Indiana and Maryland markets provides a strong strategic fit with its existing network footprint.
  • WOW!s Chicago footprint is adjacent to RCNs existing service area and once integrated, will allow RCN to substantially expand its presence in the Chicago market.
  • will operate within the Astound Broadband ecosystem, including a robust fiber-rich network to allow delivery of more communication services to these WOW!

RCN, Grande Communications, Wave Broadband and enTouch Give You the Power to Win, with Debut of Pro Gaming WiFi Service

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
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PRINCETON, N.J., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RCN , Grande , Wave and enTouch , award-winning providers of high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services, today announced the availability of their new Pro Gaming WiFi service.

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  • PRINCETON, N.J., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RCN , Grande , Wave and enTouch , award-winning providers of high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services, today announced the availability of their new Pro Gaming WiFi service.
  • Bandwidth and strong connectivity are essential for any level of gamer and with Pro Gaming WiFi, users can expect an optimal experience.
  • "Nighthawk Pro Gaming is our trusted line of performance routers that are the go-to solution for online gaming.
  • Residential customers across the RCN, Grande, Wave and enTouch footprint can sign-up for the companies' Pro Gaming WiFi for just $12.95 per month.

RCN, Grande, Wave and enTouch Join the FCC's Emergency Broadband Benefit Program

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
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Eligible current and new customers will receive up to $50 per month off broadband services and related equipment, until federal funds are depleted.

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  • Eligible current and new customers will receive up to $50 per month off broadband services and related equipment, until federal funds are depleted.
  • The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program will provide additional support on top of our pre-existing COVID-19 response programs, further ensuring no customers in need will be without connectivity.
  • "\nThose interested in signing up can:\n2.Choose RCN, Grande Communications, Wave Broadband or enTouch as your service provider;\n3.Call to receive High-Speed Internet Service free after application of the EBB program credit and supplemental company credit on select plans for qualified applicants.\nAvailable services and equipment include award-winning internet services with speeds ranging from 100 300Mbps,* no data overage fees and a modem/router.
  • Together, RCN, Grande and Wave serves areas of Massachusetts, Chicago, Pennsylvania, New York City, and metropolitan Washington, DC (RCN); Texas (Grande Communications and enTouch Systems) and Washington, Oregon and California (Wave Broadband).\n'

RCN, Grande and Wave Boost Speeds for Internet First Customers At No Cost

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
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Internet First delivers reliably fast internet for just $9.95 per month to qualifying low-income households eligible for assistance programs like SNAP, Medicaid, or WIC.

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  • Internet First delivers reliably fast internet for just $9.95 per month to qualifying low-income households eligible for assistance programs like SNAP, Medicaid, or WIC.
  • Launched in April 2020 to help households impacted by COVID-19, the Internet First program provides affordable internet options to families and students in low-income households.
  • The program delivers reliable access to RCN, Grande and Wave's award-winning internet for eligible customers, enabling them to continue school and work, access educational resources and more.
  • (RCN); Texas (Grande Communications and enTouch Systems) and Washington, Oregon and California (Wave Broadband).

Kajeet and RCN Technologies Partner to Support Equitable Access to COVID-19 Vaccinations

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021
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To support this massive effort, Kajeet partnered with RCN Technologies to provide critical service to RCN's all-in-one Pop-up Network Kit for COVID-19 remote vaccination sites.

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  • To support this massive effort, Kajeet partnered with RCN Technologies to provide critical service to RCN's all-in-one Pop-up Network Kit for COVID-19 remote vaccination sites.
  • Additionally, extensive administrative, physical, and technical safeguards secure data from unauthorized access, disclosure, and use.
  • Kajeet and RCN will host a live webinar on Thursday, February 4, 2021, at 2:00 p.m.
  • RCN Technologies is a 5G & LTE-focused solutions provider with end-to-end white-glove service to help your entire business technology ecosystem run smoothly.

Wave Broadband Announces 2020 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals

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Thursday, November 19, 2020
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Wave Broadband, an award-winning provider of high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services on the West Coast, today announced its limited-time Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions.

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  • Wave Broadband, an award-winning provider of high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services on the West Coast, today announced its limited-time Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions.
  • Deals are available to new customers in Washington, Oregon, and California, from November 24th to December 8th.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201119006333/en/
    Wave Broadband Announces Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals (Graphic: Business Wire)
    New Wave customers can choose from promotional pricing or a $100 Visa gift card plus free installation, with select offers.
  • (RCN); Texas (Grande Communications and enTouch Systems) and Washington, Oregon and California (Wave Broadband).

RCN Announces 2020 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals

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Thursday, November 19, 2020
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PRINCETON, N.J., Nov. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RCN , an award-winning provider of high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services, today announced its limited-time Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions.

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  • PRINCETON, N.J., Nov. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RCN , an award-winning provider of high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services, today announced its limited-time Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions.
  • New RCN customers can choose from promotional pricing or a Visa gift card plus free installation, with select offers.
  • RCN was also recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the best cost-effective ISP in its Best Cable Internet Provider of 2020 rankings.
  • RCN is also a Netflix Open Connect partner, placing in the Top rankings on the Netflix USA ISP Speed Index in the markets RCN serves.