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Cherry Launches Disinfectable Mouse and Keyboard Set for Hygiene-Sensitive Areas at HIMSS

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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The new hygiene desktop is ideal for extensive entry in hospitals, doctors' surgeries, laboratories, other healthcare facilities, where disinfecting devices is mandatory.

Key Points: 
  • The new hygiene desktop is ideal for extensive entry in hospitals, doctors' surgeries, laboratories, other healthcare facilities, where disinfecting devices is mandatory.
  • When cleaning standard office keyboards, (even when internally sealed) contaminated cleaning fluids can potentially leak out of the gaps.
  • It is also possible the functionality could be impaired if liquids seep into the keyboard housing.
  • The Hygiene Desktop 2 is an individually configurable set consisting of the AK-C8112 hygiene keyboard and the AK-PMH3 3-Button Scroll and AK-PMH3 Scroll Sensor hygienic mice.

Digital Locations Welcomes the FCC to the Satellite to Mobile Party

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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SANTA BARBARA, CA, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Locations, Inc. (OTCMKTS:DLOC), the developer of Satenna™, a breakthrough technology that will deliver high-speed Internet from satellites directly to smartphones all over the world, today announced its endorsement of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposal to regulate supplemental Internet coverage from space.

Key Points: 
  • “Welcome to the party,” said Rich Berliner, CEO of Digital Locations.
  • “The FCC has finally taken notice of the groundwork laid by space communications pioneers, such as Elon Musk’s Starlink, Jeff Bezos’ Project Kuiper, Globalstar and Digital Locations.
  • We endorse the recent FCC proposal to regulate supplemental Internet coverage from space.”
    The FCC finally has its eyes set on space and satellite communications.
  • With an upcoming vote, the FCC will begin to lay the groundwork for needed rules and regulations for the growing satellite Internet business.

Verizon Innovative Learning reaches 7 million students nationwide to tackle digital divide

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.

Key Points: 
  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.
  • That’s why, over a decade ago, Verizon Innovative Learning was launched to address barriers to digital inclusion in Title I schools.
  • “For over 11 years, it has been our commitment to ensure students are provided equal access to digital technology and next-gen tools.
  • In addition to supporting Title I schools across the U.S. with access to technology and innovative learning programs, Verizon also provides educators nationwide with access to tools to help bring new ways of learning into their classrooms through Verizon Innovative Learning HQ .

Cumulus Media Reports Operating Results for 2023

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cumulus Media Inc. (NASDAQ: CMLS) (the “Company,” "Cumulus Media," “we,” “us,” or “our”) today announced operating results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cumulus Media Inc. (NASDAQ: CMLS) (the “Company,” "Cumulus Media," “we,” “us,” or “our”) today announced operating results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2023.
  • Mary G. Berner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cumulus Media, said, "While 2023 was a tough year across the media landscape, we were able to offset some of the effects of the weak national advertising climate through strong execution in our key focus areas.
  • Operating Summary (dollars in thousands, except percentages and per share data):
    For the three months ended December 31, 2023, the Company reported net revenue of $221.3 million, a decrease of 11.9% from the three months ended December 31, 2022, net loss of $98.1 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $22.8 million.
  • For the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company reported net revenue of $844.5 million, a decrease of 11.4% from the year ended December 31, 2022, net loss of $117.9 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $90.7 million.

Federated Wireless Announces Commercial Launch of Its Automated Frequency Coordinator (AFC) following FCC Certification

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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“Cisco has led initiatives across wireless standards bodies, industry forums, and regulatory authorities to define standards for automated frequency coordination.

Key Points: 
  • “Cisco has led initiatives across wireless standards bodies, industry forums, and regulatory authorities to define standards for automated frequency coordination.
  • In November 2022, the FCC conditionally approved Federated Wireless to be an authorized AFC system operator for the United States.
  • In August 2023, the Federated Wireless AFC entered the final phase of the certification process for full commercial use.
  • Federated Wireless is ready to support commercial operations in the 6 GHz band, furthering its commitment to innovation in the wireless industry.

LiTime Has Released 12V 100Ah Group 24 Lithium Battery with Bluetooth Function

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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Shenzhen, China, Feb. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LiTime , a well-known brand recognized for its tech-driven best value deep cycle lithium batteries tailored for RVs, trolling motors, and off-grid systems, is delighted to present its newest breakthrough: the 12V 100Ah Group 24 Bluetooth Lithium Deep Cycle Battery .

Key Points: 
  • Shenzhen, China, Feb. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LiTime , a well-known brand recognized for its tech-driven best value deep cycle lithium batteries tailored for RVs, trolling motors, and off-grid systems, is delighted to present its newest breakthrough: the 12V 100Ah Group 24 Bluetooth Lithium Deep Cycle Battery .
  • Its universal compatibility with the Group 24 battery box guarantees effortless installation in virtually any vehicle available in today's market.
  • LiTime has pioneered the development of a rare feature-rich Group 24 lithium battery in the market.
  • Due to the constraints of the Group 24 size, it has been challenging to concentrate standard lithium battery cells within the relatively small Group 24 battery enclosure.

GeoLinks’ Co-Founder and CEO Skyler Ditchfield Appointed to FCC’s Technological Advisory Council

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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On February 26, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) appointed Skyler Ditchfield, Co-Founder and CEO of GeoLinks , to serve on the Technological Advisory Council (TAC).

Key Points: 
  • On February 26, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) appointed Skyler Ditchfield, Co-Founder and CEO of GeoLinks , to serve on the Technological Advisory Council (TAC).
  • Organized under the authority of the Federal Advisory Committee Act , the TAC provides technical advice to the FCC, identifies important areas of innovation, and develops informed technology policies supporting America’s competitiveness and job creation in the global economy.
  • With past appointments to the FCC’s Broadband Deployment Advisory Committee, Ditchfield’s new role is anticipated to influence positive advancements within telecommunications.
  • I look forward to addressing the technical challenges and opportunities that lie ahead to make this a reality.”
    As CEO of one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States, Ditchfield brings invaluable knowledge and experience to the TAC.

Calix Expands 24-Year Commitment to Rural America With Exclusive Ready.net Partnership To Simplify BEAD

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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At the same time, Calix will be the exclusive broadband platform and managed services provider featured on the Ready.net platform.

Key Points: 
  • At the same time, Calix will be the exclusive broadband platform and managed services provider featured on the Ready.net platform.
  • Calix BSPs face urgent deadlines in 2024 to apply for BEAD—a once-in-a-generation $42 billion federal funding initiative to connect underserved areas across the United States.
  • In September 2023, Calix reaffirmed its commitment to “ Build America, Buy America ,” required by BEAD, to ensure customers leveraging its end-to-end broadband platform and Wi-Fi systems comply with federal funding requirements.
  • BEAD aligns to the vision Calix was founded on 24 years ago—to support rural USA and the BSPs that serve those communities.

National Diversity Coalition CEO Faith Bautista Appointed as Member of FCC Consumer Advisory Committee

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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The National Diversity Coalition is pleased to announce that its CEO, Faith Bautista, has been appointed as a member of the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Consumer Advisory Committee (CAC) for the year 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The National Diversity Coalition is pleased to announce that its CEO, Faith Bautista, has been appointed as a member of the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Consumer Advisory Committee (CAC) for the year 2024.
  • In her capacity on the CAC, Faith Bautista will play an integral role in advising the FCC on matters pertinent to modern communications services and ensuring equitable access for all Americans.
  • "The appointment of Faith Bautista to the FCC's Consumer Advisory Committee underscores the FCC’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the telecommunications sector," said Andre Chapple, Chairman of the Board of the National Diversity Coalition.
  • Faith Bautista expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to serve on the CAC, stating, "I am honored to join the FCC's Consumer Advisory Committee and contribute to the advancement of consumer-focused policies.

Lookout Discovers Advanced Phishing Kit Targeting U.S. Federal Agency and Cryptocurrency Exchange Organizations

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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Lookout , Inc., the data-centric cloud security company, today announced the discovery of an advanced phishing kit, CryptoChameleon , which exhibits tactics that target cryptocurrency platforms as well as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) via mobile devices.

Key Points: 
  • Lookout , Inc., the data-centric cloud security company, today announced the discovery of an advanced phishing kit, CryptoChameleon , which exhibits tactics that target cryptocurrency platforms as well as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) via mobile devices.
  • This new phishing kit emulates techniques that have been used by the Scattered Spider cybercriminal group.
  • Based on the phishing site characteristics, Lookout researchers have identified over 250 phishing sites using this kit with more being found every day.
  • Since initially discovering the phishing kit, Lookout has seen evidence that hundreds of victims have been impacted by the attack.