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OUT OF HOME ADVERTISING CONTINUES ON GROWTH TRAJECTORY, UP 2.1% IN 2023

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Out of home (OOH) advertising revenue increased 2.1% in 2023 compared to the previous year, accounting for $8.7 billion in total spend, based on figures released today by the Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA), the leading trade group representing the entire OOH advertising industry.

Key Points: 
  • Digital OOH (DOOH) represented 33% of total OOH spend and grew almost 10% in 2023.
  • In 2023, three of the top ten product industries that grew by double digits included, in order of percentage growth: Public Transportation Hotels & Resorts, Local Services & Amusements, and Schools Camps & Seminars.
  • "There is no doubt the OOH space is seeing collective growth and progress," said Anna Bager, President and CEO, OAAA.
  • "Increased focus on innovation and unbridled creativity continues to drive impressive growth across our industry and we don't see that slowing in 2024 and beyond.

The Knowledge House Celebrates 10 Years of Tech!

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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BRONX, N.Y., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Knowledge House (TKH) - the nationally recognized Bronx, NY founded tech organization celebrates ten years of providing accessible, free technology programs for youth and young adults in New York City and their expansion cities - Atlanta, GA; Los Angeles, CA; and Newark, NJ.

Key Points: 
  • "The Knowledge House is thrilled to scale our KKCF program during our 10th Anniversary Year.
  • During this milestone year, we are excited to integrate AI foundations across all programming so that all TKH participants become even more competitive for the jobs of tomorrow," says Jerelyn Rodriguez, Co-Founder and CEO of The Knowledge House.
  • Students currently enrolled in high school as sophomores, juniors, or seniors interested in learning code and design skills are welcome to apply.
  • The Knowledge House 2024-25 Recruitment Tour will include:
    Los Angeles, CA | Saturday, April 6 | 12 - 3 PM |Spaces Fashion District , 777 So.

DIGITAL EQUITY PILOT PROGRAM LAUNCHES AT WAYNE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT TO PROVIDE TECH SKILLS, ACCESS TO STUDENTS

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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DETROIT, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wayne County Community College District is launching a broad-based digital equity pilot program that will promote digital literacy and inclusion efforts for students and anchor communities served by the College. Called the CMC Pilot program, the WCCCD program is supported by a grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).

Key Points: 
  • The Tuition-Free Program Provides Broad Range of Tech Courses, Broadband Access, and Devices to Connect Residents with Skills to Compete for In-Demand Jobs
    DETROIT, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wayne County Community College District is launching a broad-based digital equity pilot program that will promote digital literacy and inclusion efforts for students and anchor communities served by the College.
  • Called the CMC Pilot program, the WCCCD program is supported by a grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).
  • The pilot program consists of three core program components: broadband capacity building; creating greater access to broadband, and digital inclusion and digital skills training.
  • WCCCD is hosting information sessions that will provide interested Wayne County residents with course and program information.

XM Cyber Extends its Continuous Exposure Management Platform to the External Attack Surface

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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HERZLIYA, Israel, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XM Cyber, the leader in continuous exposure management, today announced the extension of its platform to include External Attack Surface Management (EASM) and exposed credentials capabilities. This new extension, in response to the evolving cyber threat landscape, empowers organizations to proactively manage and defend against cyber threats by providing unparalleled visibility into the attacker's journey – from the initial planning to compromising critical assets.

Key Points: 
  • HERZLIYA, Israel, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XM Cyber , the leader in continuous exposure management, today announced the extension of its platform to include External Attack Surface Management (EASM) and exposed credentials capabilities.
  • XM Cyber's Continuous Exposure Management platform directly addresses this challenge by empowering organizations to visualize and prioritize exposures along the entire attack path, preventing high-impact attacks, enhancing remediation efficiency, and reporting on true risk.
  • The addition of EASM and exposed credentials capabilities complements the XM Cyber Continuous Exposure Management platform's discovery and prioritization scope, making it the most comprehensive solution for adopting CTEM (Continuous Threat Exposure Management).
  • To learn more about end-to-end exposure management and about how XM Cyber can help you get ahead of the next attack, please visit: https://www.xmcyber.com/ .

Decker Truck Line Expands Efforts to Improve the On Road Professional Truck Driver Experience

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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SALT LAKE CITY, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- EpicVue, providers of in-cab entertainment and communication systems packaged exclusively for the trucking industry, announced today that Decker Truck Line, Inc. is upgrading to EpicVue+. The trucking company will be implementing the entertainment, engagement, and educational platform across its fleet of 800 tractors.

Key Points: 
  • Decker Truck Line is also anticipating savings by using the EpicVue+ platform to exchange information in place of data plans on tablets.
  • Family-owned-and-operated since 1931, Decker Truck Line offers temperature controlled, dry van and flatbed freight services nationwide.
  • "EpicVue+ will allow Decker Truck Line to stay connected with their drivers and provide the comforts of connectivity and entertainment," said Lance Platt, CEO of EpicVue.
  • EpicVue+ is easily implemented with self-install or professional options for in-cab equipment designed to sustain the impact of life on the road.

Experience next-level entertainment with the new moto g power 5G and moto g 5G

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Say hello to two new devices entering Motorola's beloved moto g family in North America: the moto g power 5G – 2024 and moto g 5G – 2024. Designed to take entertainment to new heights with immersive displays, multidimensional sound, 5G speeds8, and stellar battery life, these new devices pack standout features for endless fun at affordable prices.

Key Points: 
  • Consumers looking for fast 5G speeds8 and advanced entertainment features for a competitive value will find all they need in the new moto g 5G.
  • The moto g power 5G comes packed with a large 5000mAh battery so that users don't have to think twice about power.
  • Both the moto g power 5G and moto g 5G offer premium designs without an inflated price.
  • Users can express themselves with trendy colorways, including Midnight Blue and Pale Lilac options for moto g power 5G and Sage Green for moto g 5G.

Janam Unveils Breakthrough All-in-One UHF RFID Reader for Supply Chain Operations

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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ATLANTA, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MODEX 2024 – Janam Technologies, a leading provider of rugged mobile computers and contactless access solutions, today announced the launch of its XR2 UHF RFID Reader – an all-in-one device designed for real-time tracking and unprecedented visibility into the location and status of items throughout the supply chain.

Key Points: 
  • Superior sensitivity, long-range RFID reading and lightning-fast processing speeds bring enormous value to inventory management, asset tracking and other line-of-business applications.
  • XR2 is priced to deliver unparalleled value to enterprise customers that don't want to spend more than is necessary to acquire a superior, uncompromising, all-in-one UHF RFID reader.
  • By merging precise tag location information with RFID data, XR2 enables businesses to gain business-critical insights into asset logistics, streamline operations and significantly boost efficiencies across the modern supply chain.
  • "With XR2, Janam is introducing a transformative solution that will drastically improve how businesses view and manage their assets across the supply chain.

Siyata Mobile Inc. to Showcase Portfolio at IWCE 2024

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Siyata Mobile Inc. (NASDAQ: SYTA ) (“Siyata” or the “Company”), a global developer and vendor of Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PoC) handsets and accessories, today announced that the Company will host an exhibitor's booth at the International Wireless Communications Expo ("IWCE") 2024 in partnership with Verizon, in Booth # 608.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Siyata Mobile Inc. (NASDAQ: SYTA ) (“Siyata” or the “Company”), a global developer and vendor of Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PoC) handsets and accessories, today announced that the Company will host an exhibitor's booth at the International Wireless Communications Expo ("IWCE") 2024 in partnership with Verizon, in Booth # 608.
  • Siyata will be showcasing its SD7 Mission Critical PTT Handset, its VK7 Vehicle Kit, and its accessories.
  • IWCE 2024 takes place March 25-28 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
  • The Siyata Mobile booth is in the Verizon Partner Pavilion, adjacent to the Verizon Frontline Exhibit, in Halls D and E of the Orange County Convention Center.

Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team soars with Skydio X10 drone

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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Basking Ridge, N.J., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team announced it has started incorporating the Skydio X10 as its primary operational drone.

Key Points: 
  • Basking Ridge, N.J., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team announced it has started incorporating the Skydio X10 as its primary operational drone.
  • “The X10 is an AI-enabled drone capable of providing our team with enhanced capabilities, including full or partial autonomous flight,” said Chris Sanders, a senior manager for the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team.
  • “Skydio is proud to support the important work of the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team,” said Callan Carpenter, Chief Revenue Officer at Skydio.
  • Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team members set up portable cell sites, Wi-Fi hotspots, charging stations and other Verizon Frontline devices and solutions that enable communications and/or boost network performance.

EXL Announces Appointment of Thomas Bartlett to Board of Directors and Retirement of Board Member Som Mittal

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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The company also announced that Som Mittal has notified the board that he will not stand for re-election at EXL’s 2024 annual meeting of stockholders and therefore will be retiring from the board in June 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The company also announced that Som Mittal has notified the board that he will not stand for re-election at EXL’s 2024 annual meeting of stockholders and therefore will be retiring from the board in June 2024.
  • “We are excited to welcome Tom to the board,” said Board Chair Vikram Pandit.
  • “On behalf of EXL and its board of directors, I would also like to thank Som for the wisdom and insights he has contributed since joining the board in 2013,” said Pandit.
  • “EXL is well positioned to take advantage of the coming AI economy, and I look forward to following its continued success.”