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New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center announce extended partnership with Verizon

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New Jersey Devils, Prudential Center, and Verizon announced today a multi-year extension of their partnership featuring new and innovative technology for wireless connectivity and retail convenience to enhance the fan experience and improve arena operations.

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  • NEW YORK, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New Jersey Devils, Prudential Center, and Verizon announced today a multi-year extension of their partnership featuring new and innovative technology for wireless connectivity and retail convenience to enhance the fan experience and improve arena operations.
  • Through this extended partnership, Verizon is deploying Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband, Verizon Private 5G Network and Wi-Fi 6/6E to give Prudential Center the ability to host a wide range of large-scale events, concerts and games with a more efficient and reliable network and fast connectivity.
  • The improved wireless connectivity will also change the way fans experience games and live events in the arena and through the Devils and Prudential Center Mobile App, Powered by Verizon.
  • “We are thrilled to extend our partnership with Verizon, a New Jersey-based company, and lay the foundation for the way fans view and experience Devils home games and other events at Prudential Center,” said Sasha Puric, Chief Technology Officer, HBSE.

Telematics Market Is Prime for a Pull-Ahead Leader

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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This underscores the opportunity for telematics brands to distinguish themselves in a competitive environment of commoditized solutions.

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  • This underscores the opportunity for telematics brands to distinguish themselves in a competitive environment of commoditized solutions.
  • Drawing on input from 1,000 fleet decision-makers, the Telematics Path to Purchase report sheds light on the intricate process of shopping for and acquiring telematics solutions, and decision-makers’ perspectives on the telematics solution market.
  • Further, fewer than 40% are familiar with the dedicated TSPs, including TomTom, Geotab, NexTraq, Omnitracs, MiX Telematics and Trimble.
  • “While larger fleets have driven initial adoption, the market is gradually shifting toward smaller fleets and mixed fleet businesses.

Verizon powers digital government for the Commonwealth of Virginia

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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This milestone accomplishment is a result of the partnership between Verizon and the Commonwealth, where the focus is on further enabling digital government through enhanced network performance.

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  • This milestone accomplishment is a result of the partnership between Verizon and the Commonwealth, where the focus is on further enabling digital government through enhanced network performance.
  • Supported by Verizon's team of managed service experts, this solution eases the workload of government agencies and enhances business growth.
  • Enhanced network performance: The implementation of Managed SD WAN improves network performance, allowing government agencies to operate more efficiently and securely.
  • “We are thrilled to partner with the Commonwealth of Virginia, and applaud them for prioritizing modernization efforts,” said Patty Roze, Vice President for Public Sector (State, Local and Education) at Verizon.

Verizon Business provides NASA with a network solution to allow for a live broadcast of solar eclipse

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Business has partnered with NASA to provide a network solution that will allow for a live broadcast of the solar eclipse on April 8.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Business has partnered with NASA to provide a network solution that will allow for a live broadcast of the solar eclipse on April 8.
  • Verizon Business, with essential support from Leidos, provisioned 1GB E-Line service from the Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland to the John Glenn Space Center.
  • This provisioning effort was accomplished in fewer than 30 days, which is key, as it has enabled NASA to thoroughly test video and broadcast applications in advance of the eclipse.
  • Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $134.0 billion in 2023.

Verizon to donate $70K, celebrate Latina leaders and offer free headshots at career event in Philly

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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And the combined $70,000 in new Verizon donations will benefit the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce , Xiente , Congreso de Latinos Unidos , Concilio , and Latino Partnership Institute .

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  • And the combined $70,000 in new Verizon donations will benefit the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce , Xiente , Congreso de Latinos Unidos , Concilio , and Latino Partnership Institute .
  • The panel, moderated by Adriana Dawson, Director of Community Engagement for Verizon, will feature Latina changemakers from across Philadelphia.
  • The discussion aims to amplify panelists' stories, career journeys and impactful work transforming the Latino community in Philadelphia.
  • Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $134.0 billion in 2023.

AmpliTech Group’s Division AGTGSS, Riding The Crest Of Its Recent O-RAN CAT B 64T64R MIMO Radio Release, Teams Up With the Open6G OTIC at the Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things (WIoT) at Northeastern University To Perform O-RAN 5G Interoperabil

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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The NU Open6G OTIC will provide a comprehensive platform for end-to-end and automated integration and testing of the AmpliTech O-RU in a multi-vendor environment.

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  • The NU Open6G OTIC will provide a comprehensive platform for end-to-end and automated integration and testing of the AmpliTech O-RU in a multi-vendor environment.
  • Several CU/DU (Central Unit/Distribution Unit) vendors have expressed interest in conducting interoperability testing with AGTGSS’s 64T64R O-RU.
  • Thanks to the Open6G OTIC support, new market entrants can gain an advantage and explore new solutions for O-RAN systems.
  • We are proudly teaming up with the Northeastern University Open6G OTIC to conduct this key interoperability testing and certification of our radios.

Verizon Business’ customer program wins big at the 2024 ABPM World Class Awards

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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“Achieving World Class recognition in all four categories of ABPM’s World Class awards is an exceptionally difficult thing to do considering the high bar this community sets for ‘World Class’ designation.

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  • “Achieving World Class recognition in all four categories of ABPM’s World Class awards is an exceptionally difficult thing to do considering the high bar this community sets for ‘World Class’ designation.
  • Verizon Business demonstrated strength across categories – program, center, and an additional innovation award, which is an award given at juror discretion.
  • All of this is evidence of their exacting standards as well as the breadth of their services,” said Elizabeth Simpson, President, ABPM.
  • Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $134.0 billion in 2023.

Verizon to award $50K disaster-preparedness grant to KIPP DC Public Schools during April 2 event

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon is awarding a $50,000 disaster-preparedness grant to KIPP DC Public Schools, underscoring the company’s dedication to community resilience and emergency preparedness in Washington, D.C., and celebrating that partnership during an on-campus event kicking off at 9:30 a.m. April 2.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon is awarding a $50,000 disaster-preparedness grant to KIPP DC Public Schools, underscoring the company’s dedication to community resilience and emergency preparedness in Washington, D.C., and celebrating that partnership during an on-campus event kicking off at 9:30 a.m. April 2.
  • Bilingual resource distribution: Verizon volunteers will partner with KIPP DC Public Schools to distribute bilingual resources on flooding, offering essential dos and don'ts for disaster preparedness during community-facing events.
  • Classroom simulations: Elementary school students at KIPP DC Public Schools will participate in disaster simulations, covering scenarios such as blizzards, floods and earthquakes to foster preparedness and resilience.
  • Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $134.0 billion in 2023.

Verizon Intelligent Call Back Capabilities Powered by Mindful by Medallia Now Available on CALNET

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon announced today that state agencies in California can now procure Mindful by Medallia, a customer-led callback scheduling and virtual queue solution, through Verizon’s suite of contact center services, now listed as Voice Call Back (VCB) services in the CALNET DNCS (CALNET NextGen) contract vehicle under Category 27.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon announced today that state agencies in California can now procure Mindful by Medallia, a customer-led callback scheduling and virtual queue solution, through Verizon’s suite of contact center services, now listed as Voice Call Back (VCB) services in the CALNET DNCS (CALNET NextGen) contract vehicle under Category 27.
  • Verizon partners with Mindful by Medallia to offer these callback options to alleviate customers waiting on hold, free up infrastructure, and increase customer satisfaction.
  • “At Verizon Business, our mission is to deliver cutting edge technologies and innovations, helping to empower our public sector partners to better serve their stakeholders and constituents,” said Jay LaValley, senior director for Verizon Public Sector’s west region.
  • For more information on Verizon’s public sector initiatives across California, please visit our website .

Verizon Frontline delivers critical connectivity at Baker to Vegas Law Enforcement Race

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Held annually, this unique relay race runs from the city of Baker, California, known as the gateway to Death Valley National Park, to Las Vegas, Nevada.

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  • Held annually, this unique relay race runs from the city of Baker, California, known as the gateway to Death Valley National Park, to Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • The largest law enforcement event of its kind in the world, Baker to Vegas draws more than 9,000 participants, staff, and spectators each year.
  • “In 2024, Verizon Frontline has once again stepped up to keep law enforcement officers from around the globe safe at the Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay,” said Rick Santos, race coordinator for Baker to Vegas.
  • “The Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay is something we look forward to every year,” said Curtis Mentz, an associate director with the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team.