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Acer Debuts AI-Ready Swift Go 14 Laptop with New Intel Core Ultra Processors

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

TAIPEI, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acer today announced new models of the AI-ready Acer Swift Go 14 (SFG14-72) powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors[1] that feature Intel Arc graphics processing unit (GPU) and Intel AI Boost, its new integrated neural processing unit (NPU), to deliver efficient computing performance of AI workloads and immersive experiences on the thin-and-light laptop. Students, professionals, and creators can leverage the Swift Go 14's array of AI features such as Acer PurifiedVoice™ and Acer PurifiedView™ for videoconferencing and customization tools on the OLED laptop. Accomplishing tasks and workflows are also made easier on the Swift laptop with Microsoft's Copilot in Windows 11.

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  • TAIPEI, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acer today announced new models of the AI-ready Acer Swift Go 14 (SFG14-72) powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors[1] that feature Intel Arc graphics processing unit (GPU) and Intel AI Boost, its new integrated neural processing unit (NPU), to deliver efficient computing performance of AI workloads and immersive experiences on the thin-and-light laptop.
  • Students, professionals, and creators can leverage the Swift Go 14's array of AI features such as Acer PurifiedVoice™ and Acer PurifiedView™ for videoconferencing and customization tools on the OLED laptop.
  • Accomplishing tasks and workflows are also made easier on the Swift laptop with Microsoft's Copilot in Windows 11 .
  • Powered by up to the new Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor and verified as an Intel Evo Edition platform laptop, the Acer Swift Go 14 conforms to enhanced performance requirements and features such as instant wake, fast charging, and extended battery life of up to 12.5 hours[2].

Connected Nation's Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T, program surpasses 12,000 adult learners nationwide in first year

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

The success of this program speaks to the incredible need to expand digital literacy training programs in our country.

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  • The success of this program speaks to the incredible need to expand digital literacy training programs in our country.
  • Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T, provides a platform for teenagers across the country to share their technology skills with adult learners to help bridge the Digital Divide.
  • As of early December, 12,113 adult learners during 576 teen-led workshops in 17 states were trained through the Teens Teach Tech program.
  • To learn more about Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T, or to bring the program to your community, head to connectednation.org/teensteachtech .

Valens Semiconductor Appoints Guy Nathanzon as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, December 11, 2023

"We are delighted to welcome Guy Nathanzon as our new Chief Financial Officer," said Gideon Ben Zvi, Chief Executive Officer of Valens Semiconductor.

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  • "We are delighted to welcome Guy Nathanzon as our new Chief Financial Officer," said Gideon Ben Zvi, Chief Executive Officer of Valens Semiconductor.
  • Ben Zvi added, "I want to thank Yael Rozenberg Haine for her dedication and professionalism as Interim Chief Financial Officer.
  • Guy Nathanzon will join Valens Semiconductor with vast experience across a variety of technology companies, including nearly 15 years in the semiconductor industry and over ten years in medical imaging and industrial aviation technology companies.
  • Nathanzon is currently the Chief Financial Officer of Scopio Labs, a medical imaging and deep learning AI company, a position he has held since 2020.

Comcast Now Available to 2,000 Additional Vermont Homes and Businesses

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast today announced the completion of a project to expand its Xfinity 10G Network and deliver its full suite of Xfinity and Comcast Business services, to more than 2,000 additional homes and businesses in Vermont.

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  • SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast today announced the completion of a project to expand its Xfinity 10G Network and deliver its full suite of Xfinity and Comcast Business services, to more than 2,000 additional homes and businesses in Vermont.
  • Most Reliable Connection: Comcast is scaling the nation's largest and most reliable network – the Xfinity 10G Network – that passes 62 million homes and business and counting.
  • For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, wireless and managed solutions to help organizations of different sizes prepare for what's next.
  • This investment includes the installation of 4 Lift Zones in Vermont, which provide free, high-speed WiFi service to local community centers to promote digital learning.

CenturyLink Announces Notice of Pendency and Proposed Settlement of 2018 Derivative Actions, and Settlement Hearing

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

MONROE, La., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CenturyLink has released the following notice:

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  • MONROE, La., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CenturyLink has released the following notice:
    SUMMARY NOTICE OF PENDENCY AND PROPOSED SETTLEMENT OF DERIVATIVE ACTIONS, AND SETTLEMENT HEARING
    PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY AND IN ITS ENTIRETY.
  • YOU ARE ALSO NOTIFIED that, as provided in a Stipulation and Agreement of Settlement, dated as of June 21, 2023 (the “Stipulation”), Settling Shareholders and Defendants have reached a proposed settlement (the “Settlement”) of the Federal Derivative Actions, State Derivative Actions, and Choi Demand, subject to Federal Court approval.
  • The hearing shall be held via Video Conference (no courtroom), on January 16, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. (the “Settlement Hearing”).
  • Please Note: Because the Federal Derivative Actions were brought as derivative actions, which means that they were brought on behalf of and for the benefit of CenturyLink, the benefits from the Settlement will go to CenturyLink.

AVI Systems Chief Technology Officer, Brad Sousa, Dies Unexpectedly

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

The leadership at AVI Systems today shared that Brad Sousa, an industry veteran, thought leader and Chief Technology Officer of the company, died unexpectedly while attending a company event in Austin, Texas.

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  • The leadership at AVI Systems today shared that Brad Sousa, an industry veteran, thought leader and Chief Technology Officer of the company, died unexpectedly while attending a company event in Austin, Texas.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231108045919/en/
    “This tragic news affects so many people, including Brad’s loved ones, our AVI Systems family, and the entire audiovisual and unified collaboration industry,” said Jeff Stoebner, CEO, AVI Systems.
  • Our hearts go out to his entire family at this difficult time.”
    First joining AVI Systems in 2008, Brad created and led the company’s technology practices, overseeing the development of solutions clients used around the world.
  • Prior to becoming CTO at AVI Systems, Brad was the company’s regional vice president of the West Coast region.

Explosive Growth Forecasted for Global Passive Optical Network Equipment Market, Fueled by Surging Demand for High-Speed Broadband - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

The "Passive Optical Network Equipment Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2018-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Passive Optical Network Equipment Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2018-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The surge in demand for telecom and internet services, coupled with the increasing need for bandwidth, is driving the adoption of Gigabyte Passive Optical Network (GPON) equipment.
  • Additionally, Ethernet Passive Optical Network (EPON) equipment demand is rising due to data-intensive services like video on demand, videoconferencing, and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
  • Passive Optical Network (PON) technology, which requires no power, is emerging as a low-carbon optical network option, reducing energy consumption significantly.

Sonic Foundry’s Vidable® Launches AI Video Platform

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

The Vidable platform incorporates three key AI-powered features – Assistant, Insights, and Transformations – each designed to address a different set of challenges associated with managing large enterprise video libraries.

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  • The Vidable platform incorporates three key AI-powered features – Assistant, Insights, and Transformations – each designed to address a different set of challenges associated with managing large enterprise video libraries.
  • The entire platform was designed to support modern organizations’ data security and confidentiality needs by focusing Vidable AI on specific data sets (e.g., one organization’s video library).
  • Sonic Foundry’s Senior Vice President of Product, Jason Weaver, remarked, "We're thrilled to unveil the Vidable platform.
  • With Assistant, Insights, and Transformations, we've harnessed a year of dedicated effort to craft AI solutions that address the unique challenges of today's enterprise video content.

Technological Advancements Drive Innovation in Global Passive Optical Network Equipment Market, Meeting the Demands of the Digital Age

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Friday, November 3, 2023

The Passive Optical Network Equipment Market is set to soar, with projections indicating it will reach a staggering USD 14.63 billion by the end of 2028.

Key Points: 
  • The Passive Optical Network Equipment Market is set to soar, with projections indicating it will reach a staggering USD 14.63 billion by the end of 2028.
  • The surge in demand for telecom and internet services, coupled with the increasing need for bandwidth, is driving the adoption of Gigabyte Passive Optical Network (GPON) equipment.
  • Additionally, Ethernet Passive Optical Network (EPON) equipment demand is rising due to data-intensive services like video on demand, videoconferencing, and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
  • Passive Optical Network (PON) technology, which requires no power, is emerging as a low-carbon optical network option, reducing energy consumption significantly.

Comcast Bringing Xfinity 10G Network to More Than 24,000 Homes and Businesses in Milford

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

"Having been an Xfinity customer before moving one town over to Milford, I was excited to learn that Comcast was expanding its network to my neighborhood.

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  • "Having been an Xfinity customer before moving one town over to Milford, I was excited to learn that Comcast was expanding its network to my neighborhood.
  • I had everything from Xfinity Internet, Xfinity TV and Xfinity Home," said Leone.
  • Comcast's Xfinity 10G Network and Internet experience are powering homes today and into the future:
    Ultimate Capacity: Xfinity customers connect more than 1 billion devices across the company's network annually.
  • Most Reliable Connection: Comcast is scaling the nation's largest and most reliable network – the Xfinity 10G Network – that passes 60 million homes and business and counting.