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Aggregator Arranged Video Patent Deal Brings Licensing Efficiency

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Friday, January 12, 2024

RPX and Sisvel, both aggregators, represented a group of 16 technology companies and 20 patent owners, respectively, to conclude a transaction related to video codecs.

Key Points: 
  • RPX and Sisvel, both aggregators, represented a group of 16 technology companies and 20 patent owners, respectively, to conclude a transaction related to video codecs.
  • The agreement provides participants with a license to patents in Sisvel’s Video Coding Licensing Platform, and resulted in significant transactional efficiencies.
  • All are represented by Sisvel and participate in the firm’s Video Coding Licensing Platform.
  • Sisvel is driven by a belief in the importance of collaboration, ingenuity and efficiency to bridge the needs of patent owners and those who wish to access their technologies.

Unleashing the Power of Digital-ESG: Transforming Sustainability in the AI Age

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Monday, July 24, 2023

SINGAPORE, July 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DQ Institute, a renowned global organization dedicated to setting global standards for digital intelligence, is proud to announce the launch of the Digital-ESG Assessment and Reporting Standards in collaboration with Taejae Future Consensus Institute, a leading think-tank in Korea. The "Digital Age, A Pathway to Sustainability" Forum was held at The Korean Foundation of Advanced Studies on July 13th, with the participation of Ban Ki-moon, the 8th UN Secretary-General, Irina Bokova, the former Director General of UNESCO, Kim Yong-Hak, the former President of Yonsei University, and Dr. Yuhyun Park, the founder of DQ Institute.

Key Points: 
  • Hence, the introduction of the Digital-ESG Assessment and Reporting Standards marks a significant milestone in setting a new global agenda.
  • The guidelines provide a comprehensive checklist and framework for companies or investment communities to address digital-related risks while fostering "human-centered technology" in the AI age.
  • The rapid advancement and widespread implementation of AI, big data, analytics, and other emerging technologies have triggered a seismic digital transformation of companies across all industries.
  • Digital components need to be incorporated into ESG as we try to update our sustainability goals, with the global race for AI dominance raging on.

Unleashing the Power of Digital-ESG: Transforming Sustainability in the AI Age

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 24, 2023

SINGAPORE, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DQ Institute, a renowned global organization dedicated to setting global standards for digital intelligence, is proud to announce the launch of the Digital-ESG Assessment and Reporting Standards in collaboration with Taejae Future Consensus Institute, a leading think-tank in Korea. The "Digital Age, A Pathway to Sustainability" Forum was held at The Korean Foundation of Advanced Studies on July 13th, with the participation of Ban Ki-moon, the 8th UN Secretary-General, Irina Bokova, the former Director General of UNESCO, Kim Yong-Hak, the former President of Yonsei University, and Dr. Yuhyun Park, the founder of DQ Institute.

Key Points: 
  • Hence, the introduction of the Digital-ESG Assessment and Reporting Standards marks a significant milestone in setting a new global agenda.
  • The guidelines provide a comprehensive checklist and framework for companies or investment communities to address digital-related risks while fostering "human-centered technology" in the AI age.
  • The rapid advancement and widespread implementation of AI, big data, analytics, and other emerging technologies have triggered a seismic digital transformation of companies across all industries.
  • Digital components need to be incorporated into ESG as we try to update our sustainability goals, with the global race for AI dominance raging on.

Sinclair Announces Agreements with Korean Broadcasters to Further NextGen Broadcasting

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Monday, August 1, 2022

In conjunction with the agreements with Sinclair, Hyundai Mobis and KBS demonstrated NextGen delivery of video and data services to a test automobile deployed around Seoul, delivering targeted content using the NextGen standard.

Key Points: 
  • In conjunction with the agreements with Sinclair, Hyundai Mobis and KBS demonstrated NextGen delivery of video and data services to a test automobile deployed around Seoul, delivering targeted content using the NextGen standard.
  • Both technical demonstrations were powered by CAST.ERA, the joint venture between Sinclair and SK Telecom.
  • Commenting on the agreements, Chris Ripley, Sinclairs President and CEO said, Sinclairs collaboration with KBS and MBC will help establish roadmaps for development and implementation of NextGen mobile TV and DDaaS technologies.
  • The joint venture is focused on achieving synergies by combining SK Telecoms mobile and Internet communication technologies and Sinclairs broadcasting infrastructure.

MINTIE Provides Proven Worldwide COVID Surge Capacity Solution as International Infection Prevention Week Highlights Tireless Efforts and Bravery of Worldwide Infection Control Community

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

We needed as many ECU4s as possible to handle this emergency, so we have made unreasonable demands on MINTIE.

Key Points: 
  • We needed as many ECU4s as possible to handle this emergency, so we have made unreasonable demands on MINTIE.
  • MINTIE provides indoor air quality management, preventative maintenance solutions and portable containment products for airborne particulates, infection control, and bio-security.
  • Established in 1986 by President Ronald Reagan, International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) focuses attention on the importance of infection prevention in saving lives and healthcare dollars.
  • APIC has spearheaded this annual effort to highlight the significance of infection prevention among healthcare professionals, administrators, legislators, and consumers.

KBS Acquires Olympus Building Services

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

OCEANSIDE,Calif., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, LLC ("KBS"), a trusted partner to leading operations and facility managers across North America, today announced the acquisition of Olympus Building Services, Inc. ("Olympus").

Key Points: 
  • OCEANSIDE,Calif., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, LLC ("KBS"), a trusted partner to leading operations and facility managers across North America, today announced the acquisition of Olympus Building Services, Inc. ("Olympus").
  • Olympus, headquartered in Phoenix, is a leading provider of facility services for the higher education market, including public and private colleges and universities, and community colleges.
  • "This acquisition combines Olympus' higher education sector expertise with KBS' scale, technology and infrastructure at a crucial period for colleges and universities," said Mark Minasian, CEO and co-founder of KBS Services.
  • Olympus Building Services is a leading provider of higher education janitorial services, delivering exceptional service and support, and cleaner facilities to our customers nationwide.

KBS Assists in the Acquisition of One Town Center, a Class A Office Tower in Boca Raton, Florida for $99.5 Million on Behalf of Prime US REIT

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

KBS serves as the U.S.-based asset manager for the portfolio, which included identifying and sourcing this asset on PRIMEs behalf.

Key Points: 
  • KBS serves as the U.S.-based asset manager for the portfolio, which included identifying and sourcing this asset on PRIMEs behalf.
  • One Town Center is a Class A property consisting of a 10-story office building and an adjacent parking deck.
  • Acquiring One Town Center marks another strategic investment into a prime location and a premier asset.
  • Boca Ratons office market also features significant barriers to entry with prohibitive construction costs and no buildings currently under construction.

Global Digital Company PMG Marks Its Growth on Austin’s Skyline With a Class A Office Tower Lease Including Building Signage and Deck Access

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The 14,082 square-foot lease agreement is for the entire 18th floor, building top signage and access to the propertys new deck.

Key Points: 
  • The 14,082 square-foot lease agreement is for the entire 18th floor, building top signage and access to the propertys new deck.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210630006019/en/
    KBS' 515 Congress and Global Digital Company PMG Mark Their Growth on Austins Skyline with a Class A Office Tower Lease Including Building Signage and Deck Access (Photo: Business Wire)
    The transaction demonstrates companies appetite for a prominent presence at premier office properties in high growth markets, according to Giovanni (Gio) Cordoves, Western regional president for KBS.
  • The propertys superior location was a major factor that attracted PMG to 515 Congress, according to George Popstefanov, CEO of PMG.
  • PMG is a global independent digital company that seeks to inspire people and brands that anything is possible.

KBS Signs Long-Term Lease Renewal at 186,922 SF NAIOP Award-Winning Office Building in Herndon, Virginia

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Newmark , a global commercial real estate services firm, negotiated the lease on behalf of KBS.

Key Points: 
  • Newmark , a global commercial real estate services firm, negotiated the lease on behalf of KBS.
  • Since inception, KBS has been closely attuned to trends among tenants in the office sector, says DeLuca.
  • Steve Hoffeditz, Wes Evans and Ed Clark of Newmark represented KBS in the 33,102 square-foot Strayer lease renewal.
  • Located minutes from Dulles International Airport, Dulles Station East is a six-story, Class A office building.

Kansas City Welcomes Seven New Retail Tenants to Leawood’s Park Place Village

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

KBS , one of the largest investors in commercial real estate, announces that seven new local and national retail tenants are coming to Park Place Village , a 484,002 square-foot office and retail property in Leawood, Kansas.

Key Points: 
  • KBS , one of the largest investors in commercial real estate, announces that seven new local and national retail tenants are coming to Park Place Village , a 484,002 square-foot office and retail property in Leawood, Kansas.
  • The new tenants at the property have been carefully selected to appeal to the Kansas City market, according to Dan Park, senior vice president for KBS and asset manager for Park Place Village.
  • Park Place Village has become the central gathering spot for residents and visitors of all ages and interests in Kansas City, says Park.
  • Completed in 2013, Park Place Village consists of 10 buildings that include a mix of office, retail tenants and nearby residential space.