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XCharge North America’s Bidirectional EV Charging Solution GridLink Named Top Product of the Year by Environment+Energy Leader

XCharge North America’s Bidirectional EV Charging Solution GridLink Named Top Product of the Year by Environment+Energy Leader

KYLE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–XCharge North America (“XCharge NA”), a provider of high-power EV charging and battery-integrated solutions designed to strengthen the North American electrical grid, has been recognized as a Top Product of the Year in the prestigious E+E Leader Product & Project Awards. Judges recognized XCharge NA’s GridLink bidirectional battery-integrated charger as an outstanding example of innovation in the Business + Infrastructure category.

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XCharge North America’s GridLink named Top Product of the Year by Environment+Energy Leader.

XCharge North America’s GridLink named Top Product of the Year by Environment+Energy Leader.

“The winners of this year’s E+E Leader Awards are tackling some of the most pressing sustainability and energy challenges with real-world, scalable solutions,” says Sarah Roberts, co-president of E+E Leader and C-Suite Compass LLC. “These projects and products push industry standards forward and are setting new benchmarks for innovation and impact.”

Since its inception in 2022, XCharge NA has developed a suite of products designed to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of EV charging, most recently launching its GridLink product tailored to fit the unique needs of the North American market in October 2024. Beyond rapid EV charging, GridLink’s bidirectional charging capabilities stabilize and strengthen the grid by storing energy and returning it back to the grid during peak demand periods. By optimizing energy management and improving grid resilience, GridLink addresses one of the most pressing concerns associated with large-scale EV adoption.

In offering comments on GridLink, an E+E Leader judge said, “XCharge NA has redefined EV charging in North America with GridLink, a solution that accelerates EV adoption and fortifies grid resilience. Integrating bidirectional charging and energy storage, GridLink reduces infrastructure barriers, lowers operational costs, and creates new revenue opportunities—ensuring a more sustainable and accessible EV future.”

“Building on the success from our Net Zero Series, we wanted to create the next iteration of that global technology with a specific focus on the North American grid and its unique infrastructure needs,” said Aatish Patel, XCharge NA co-founder and president. “GridLink is redefining the clean energy sector by opening up new revenue streams for businesses and helping to ease grid strain through its energy storage capabilities. We’re honored to be recognized for our work revolutionizing EV charging infrastructure in the U.S. and beyond.”

With the sustainability and energy landscape evolving rapidly, professionals face increasing challenges in selecting the right solutions. The E+E Leader Product & Project Awards serve as a trusted benchmark, highlighting cutting-edge innovations and real-world success stories. Through rigorous expert evaluation, the program provides companies with vetted products and proven projects that drive meaningful improvements in sustainability and energy management.

To learn more about GridLink visit: xcharge.us/product/gridlink.

About XCharge North America

XCharge North America (XCharge NA) specializes in high-power EV charging and battery-integrated solutions tailored to the North American electrical grid. With solutions that store energy, improve grid resilience, and create new revenue streams, XCharge NA is the first scalable open-access EV charging solution designed to strengthen the country’s electrical grid and broader energy infrastructure while providing charging solutions for EVs from individual to fleet.

About XCharge

XCharge (NASDAQ: XCH), founded in 2015, is a global leader in integrated EV charging solutions. The company offers comprehensive EV charging solutions, which primarily include the DC fast chargers and the advanced battery-integrated DC fast chargers as well as its accompanying services. Through the combination of XCharge’s proprietary charging technology, energy storage system technology and accompanying services, the company enhances EV charging efficiency and unlocks the value of energy storage and management. Committed to providing innovative and efficient EV charging solutions, XCharge is actively working toward establishing a global green future that is critical to long-term growth and development.

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About Environment+Energy Leader

Since 2006, Environment+Energy Leader’s website and newsletters have provided the definitive and objective voice in reporting on business-related energy, environmental, and sustainability issues. Visit: www.environmentenergyleader.com.

About the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards

For over a decade, the E+E Leader Product & Project Awards have recognized excellence in products, services, and corporate initiatives that drive energy and environmental improvements. Entries are evaluated using a rigorous five-point rating system by an independent panel of executive-level judges from leading organizations across various industries. To see this year’s winners and learn more about our judges, visit eeleaderawards.com.

XCharge North America contact: Alex Urist, Vice President

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KEYWORDS: United States North America Texas

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Environment Trucking Automotive General Automotive Transport Utilities Sustainability Energy Transportation Travel

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L3Harris Sets Date for First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release

L3Harris Sets Date for First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release

MELBOURNE, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) will release its first quarter 2025 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

The company will then host an earnings call on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. ET. Participants are encouraged to listen via webcast at L3Harris.com.

A recording of the call will be available on L3Harris.com beginning at approximately 12 p.m. ET on April 24, 2025.

About L3Harris Technologies

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Visit L3Harris.com for more information.

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KEYWORDS: United States North America Florida

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CORRECTING and REPLACING CAPTION UMC Unveils New Fab Expansion in Singapore in Grand Opening Ceremony

CORRECTING and REPLACING CAPTION UMC Unveils New Fab Expansion in Singapore in Grand Opening Ceremony

New 22nm fab to be one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in Singapore and is set to create approximately 700 new jobs

SINGAPORE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Please replace the photo caption with the following corrected caption: (From Left to Right) Michael Hsu, UMC Vice President; Jermaine Loy, EDB Managing Director; Dr Beh Swan Gin, MTI Permanent Secretary;  Teo Chee Hean, Senior Minister; Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister; SC Chien, UMC President; Christine Wong, JTC Assistant Chief Executive Officer; Yao Chu Shiang, L&K Chairman.

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(From Left to Right) Michael Hsu, UMC Vice President; Jermaine Loy, EDB Managing Director; Dr Beh Swan Gin, MTI Permanent Secretary;  Teo Chee Hean, Senior Minister; Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister; SC Chien, UMC President; Christine Wong, JTC Assistant Chief Executive Officer; Yao Chu Shiang, L&K Chairman

(From Left to Right) Michael Hsu, UMC Vice President; Jermaine Loy, EDB Managing Director; Dr Beh Swan Gin, MTI Permanent Secretary;  Teo Chee Hean, Senior Minister; Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister; SC Chien, UMC President; Christine Wong, JTC Assistant Chief Executive Officer; Yao Chu Shiang, L&K Chairman

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UMC UNVEILS NEW FAB EXPANSION IN SINGAPORE IN GRAND OPENING CEREMONY

New 22nm fab to be one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in Singapore and is set to create approximately 700 new jobs

United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC), a leading global semiconductor foundry, today officially unveiled its new fab facility in Singapore in a grand opening ceremony. The first phase of the new facility will start volume production in 2026, bringing UMC’s total production capacity in Singapore to more than 1 million wafers annually. It will also be one of the most advanced semiconductor foundries in Singapore, manufacturing semiconductors to enable communications, Internet of Things (IoT), automotive, and AI innovations.

The ceremony was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry of Singapore Gan Kim Yong, Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security of Singapore Teo Chee Hean, Permanent Secretary of Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry Beh Swan Gin, Managing Director of the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) Jermaine Loy, and JTC Assistant Chief Executive Officer Christine Wong.

The facility, a greenfield expansion adjacent to UMC’s existing fab in the Pasir Ris Wafer Fab Park, spans two phases. Up to US$5 billion will be invested to bring the first phase to full capacity of 30,000 wafers per month, with room for further investment in a second phase expansion in the future. The new facility is equipped for manufacturing with UMC’s industry-leading 22nm and 28nm solutions – the most advanced foundry processes currently in Singapore’s semiconductor sector – for global customers’ products including premium smartphone display chips, power-efficient memory chips for IoT devices, and next-generation connectivity chips. The expansion is expected to create approximately 700 jobs locally over the next few years, including process and equipment engineers as well as research and development engineers.

“This new state-of-the-art facility in Singapore signals a new phase of growth for UMC. It enhances our ability to meet future chip demand, driven by continuous innovations in connectivity, automotive, and AI,” said SC Chien, President of UMC. “The unique geography of Singapore also makes the new facility well placed to support our customers in strengthening supply chain resilience. This fab expansion closely aligns with the Singapore government’s vision to become a leading advanced manufacturing hub, and we are deeply grateful for their support.”

“We welcome UMC’s expansion in Singapore. This new fab introduces new leading edge specialty semiconductor capabilities and production capacity that will enhance Singapore’s competitiveness as a critical node in the global semiconductor supply chain. This significant investment underscores our long-standing partnership with UMC, and we look forward to deepening our collaboration to strengthen Singapore’s semiconductor ecosystem,” said Jermaine Loy, Managing Director of the Singapore Economic Development Board.

The new facility was built according to rigorous sustainability standards, and has obtained the Green Mark GoldPlus certification from Singapore’s Building and Construction Authority. A standard part of all UMC’s new fab designs to align with UMC’s goal to be 100% powered by renewable energy by 2050, the new facility will be installed with 17,949 square meters of solar panels on its rooftop. In addition to the manufacturing site, the expansion also includes a brand-new office building, a full-sized multipurpose sports hall, and other amenities for employees and community members to enjoy.

About UMC

UMC (NYSE: UMC, TWSE: 2303) is a leading global semiconductor foundry company. The company provides high-quality IC fabrication services, focusing on logic and various specialty technologies to serve all major sectors of the electronics industry. UMC’s comprehensive IC processing technologies and manufacturing solutions include Logic/Mixed-Signal, embedded High-Voltage, embedded Non-Volatile-Memory, RFSOI, BCD etc. Most of UMC’s 12-in & 8-in fabs with its core R&D are located in Taiwan, with additional ones throughout Asia. UMC has a total of 12 fabs in production with combined capacity of more than 400,000 wafers per month (12-in equivalent), and all of them are certified with IATF 16949 automotive quality standard. UMC is headquartered in Hsinchu, Taiwan, plus local offices in United States, Europe, China, Japan, Korea & Singapore, with a worldwide total of 20,000 employees. For more information, please visit: http://www.umc.com.

Note from UMC Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

Some of the statements in the foregoing announcement are forward-looking within the meaning of the U.S. Federal Securities laws, including statements about introduction of new services and technologies, future outsourcing, competition, wafer capacity, business relationships and market conditions. Investors are cautioned that actual events and results could differ materially from these statements as a result of a variety of factors, including conditions in the overall semiconductor market and economy; acceptance and demand for products from UMC; and technological and development risks. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in UMC’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. UMC does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.

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INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Mobile/Wireless Hardware Electronic Design Automation IOT (Internet of Things) Technology Artificial Intelligence Semiconductor Other Manufacturing Engineering Other Technology Manufacturing Telecommunications

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T-Mobile and EQT Close Joint Venture to Acquire Lumos and Expand Fiber Internet Access

T-Mobile and EQT Close Joint Venture to Acquire Lumos and Expand Fiber Internet Access

The partnership will expand fiber to millions of customers and bring even more capable broadband options, greater value, and benefits to customers

BELLEVUE, Wash. & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Today T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS), America’s 5G leader and fastest-growing broadband provider, and EQT, a purpose-driven global investment organization, announced the successful close of their joint venture (JV) to acquire fiber-to-the-home provider Lumos. As part of the transaction, many Lumos customers will soon become T-Mobile Fiber customers and begin enjoying new offers and benefits as they’re welcomed into the Magenta family.

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T-Mobile and EQT Close Joint Venture to Acquire Lumos and Expand Fiber Internet Access. The partnership will expand fiber to millions of customers and bring even more capable broadband options, greater value, and benefits to customers.

T-Mobile and EQT Close Joint Venture to Acquire Lumos and Expand Fiber Internet Access. The partnership will expand fiber to millions of customers and bring even more capable broadband options, greater value, and benefits to customers.

This deal marks a major milestone in T-Mobile’s broadband growth and builds on the Un-carrier’s success in delivering best-in-class connectivity. By bringing more value and choice to the millions of Americans who have previously been underserved, T-Mobile continues to deliver on its mission to change broadband for good. T-Mobile will take full ownership of the customer experience, using its proven brand, nationwide retail footprint, differentiated marketing and customer-first service model to attract new subscribers.

Currently, Lumos operates a 7,500-mile fiber network, providing high-speed connectivity to 475,000 homes across the Mid-Atlantic. The joint venture combines the Un-carrier’s unique assets with EQT’s fiber infrastructure expertise, and Lumos’ scalable build capabilities to drive rapid network expansion, with the goal of reaching 3.5 million homes by the end of 2028. To fuel this growth, T-Mobile invested $950 million into the joint venture, with an additional $500 million planned between 2027 and 2028 to support further expansion. T-Mobile will provide an update to its full year 2025 guidance resulting from this transaction during its Q1 earnings call.

“T-Mobile is already the fastest-growing broadband provider in America, and expanding into fiber helps us take the next big step in delivering what customers truly want – faster, more reliable internet that simply works,” said Mike Katz, T-Mobile President of Marketing, Strategy and Products. “People deserve better when it comes to their home internet: fewer disruptions, more value, and support that actually feels supportive. We’re excited to welcome Lumos customers to the T-Mobile family and bring them the Un-carrier experience – built around their needs, fueled by innovation, and focused on making life easier.”

Unbeatable Connectivity, Un-carrier Perks

As Lumos customers continue to enjoy the same high-speed fiber internet they rely on today at low monthly prices, they’ll now also enjoy the value-add benefits they get from simply being a part of the T-Mobile family. They will have access to T-Mobile’s best-in-class customer experience and nationwide retail presence. Every plan also comes with unlimited data plus Wi-Fi equipment and installation included, so customers can enjoy the freedom and flexibility of reliable internet. Additionally, new and existing customers will enjoy VIP treatment through Magenta Status, which includes exclusive benefits like discounts on food, gas, entertainment and top brands, plus freebies every Tuesday in the T-Life app. All with T-Mobile’s standard ‘no exploding bills’ pricing structure.

“We’re excited to begin this joint venture and even more energized about what’s ahead,” said Brian Stading, CEO of Lumos. “Partnering with EQT and T-Mobile, we’re ready to scale faster, deliver cutting-edge fiber technology to more people, and change even more lives. This is about more than just internet – it’s about building the infrastructure of the future and creating lasting opportunity, connection, and impact for communities.”

“We are thrilled to officially embark on this next chapter of growth with Lumos alongside our partners at T-Mobile,” said Nirav Shah, Partner within EQT’s Infrastructure Advisory team. “This joint venture represents a powerful combination of EQT’s digital infrastructure expertise, Lumos’ proven fiber deployment capabilities, and T-Mobile’s customer-first approach and national reach. Together, we are well-positioned to accelerate access to high-quality fiber broadband to millions of underserved Americans and look forward to executing on our plans to deliver the critical connectivity that empowers communities across the country.”

Accelerating T-Mobile’s Broadband Leadership

As the fifth-largest and fastest-growing Internet service provider in the U.S., T-Mobile continues to redefine broadband. The company offers 5G Home Internet to 70 million homes, serving more than 6.4 million customers nationwide as of the end of 2024, and has introduced T-Mobile Fiber in parts of 32 U.S. markets. Fiber-to-the-home complements T-Mobile’s successful 5G Home Internet offering, which currently has over 1 million customers on its waitlist. This expansion in fiber opens an additional avenue to meet the growing demand for T-Mobile broadband. Through its strategic fiber partnerships and joint ventures, the Un-carrier expects to reach 12 to 15 million households, or more, with fiber by the end of 2030.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This communication contains certain forward-looking statements concerning T-Mobile and the closing of the proposed transaction with EQT to acquire regional fiber company Lumos. All statements other than statements of fact, including information concerning future results, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are generally identified by the words “plan,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “could” or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements about the benefits of the proposed transaction, including anticipated future financial and operating results, T-Mobile’s and the joint venture’s objectives, expectations and intentions, and the accounting treatment of the proposed transaction. There are several factors which could cause actual plans and results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, negative effects of the pendency or consummation of the proposed transaction on the market price of T-Mobile’s common stock and on T-Mobile’s operating results; the risk of litigation or regulatory actions; and other risks and uncertainties detailed in T-Mobile’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, including in the sections thereof captioned “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements,” as well as in its subsequent reports on Form 8-K and Form 10-Q, all of which are filed with the SEC and available at www.sec.gov and www.t-mobile.com. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions, which are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, persons reading this communication are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. T-Mobile assumes no obligation to update or revise the information contained in this communication (whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise), except as required by applicable law. References to our and the SEC’s website are inactive textual references only. Information contained on our and the SEC’s website is not incorporated by reference in this communication and should not be considered to be a part of this communication.

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The information contained herein does not constitute an offer to sell, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy, any security, and may not be used or relied upon in connection with any offer or solicitation. Any offer or solicitation in respect of EQT Infrastructure VI will be made only through a confidential private placement memorandum and related documents which will be furnished to qualified investors on a confidential basis in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The information contained herein is not for publication or distribution to persons in the United States of America. Any securities referred to herein have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and may not be offered or sold without registration thereunder or pursuant to an available exemption therefrom. Any offering of securities to be made in the United States would have to be made by means of an offering document that would be obtainable from the issuer or its agents and would contain detailed information about the issuer of the securities and its management, as well as financial information. The securities may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an exemption from registration.

Advisors

Citigroup Global Markets Inc. is serving as T-Mobile’s exclusive financial adviser and Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz is serving as T-Mobile’s legal advisor for the transaction. The Bank Street Group and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP were exclusive advisors to Lumos and EQT Infrastructure III for the transaction. Kirkland & Ellis LLP, JPMorgan, and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC advised EQT Infrastructure VI for the transaction.

About T-Mobile

T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, and Mint Mobile. For more information please visit: https://www.t-mobile.com.

About EQT

EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 269 billion in total assets under management (EUR 136 billion in fee-generating assets under management), within two business segments – Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence and market leadership. More info: www.eqtgroup.com. Follow EQT on LinkedIn, X, YouTube and Instagram.

About Lumos

Lumos delivers 100% Fiber Optic Internet, Whole-Home Wi-Fi, voice, and streaming to over 475,000 homes, businesses, and multi-family buildings across eight Eastern and Midwestern states. We believe that the possibilities of tomorrow cannot be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. That’s why we’re building a 100% Fiber Optic network from the ground up for communities, backed by local, expert customer service. An Internet built for that most hopeful of all things – the future. Because whatever the future holds, we make it faster. Learn more at www.LumosFiber.com.

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T. ROWE PRICE UNVEILS INNOVATIVE SOCIAL SECURITY TOOL FOR ADVISORS

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The Social Security Analyzer tool and “Power of Social Security” program are among the firm’s latest resources to help financial advisors incorporate research-based guidance and personalization into retirement income planning


BALTIMORE
, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ-GS: TROW), a global investment management firm and leader in retirement, has launched Social Security Analyzer (SSAnalyzer™), a tool designed to help financial advisors optimize their clients’ benefits by building custom strategies, conducting in-depth analysis, and providing side-by-side comparisons among various Social Security claiming strategies. The tool comes as a new T. Rowe Price survey revealed retirement savers, including pre-retirees, lack a basic understanding of Social Security benefits, underscoring the urgent need for a resource like this.

SSAnalyzer, which is free to advisors, is designed to factor in complex life scenarios. This includes evaluating spending needs against Social Security income; viewing lifetime, annual, and monthly income; evaluating longevity risk with several life expectancy outlooks; and analyzing the potential impact of taxes, cost of living adjustments, and inflation.

As a companion to SSAnalyzer, T. Rowe Price has developed “The Power of Social Security,” a comprehensive program aimed to provide advisors with a range of foundational content to help them navigate the complexities of Social Security benefits with their clients. Its resources include continuing education videos, presentations, and white papers for advisors, as well as a library of presentations, workbooks, and articles for clients.

“We know anecdotally and from our recent survey that there is meaningful confusion around Social Security benefits and claiming strategies,” said Kevin Collins, head of U.S. Intermediaries at T. Rowe Price. “T. Rowe Price’s SSAnalyzer and ‘The Power of Social Security’ can be vital resources that will help advisors create customized approaches with their clients, which can lead to better personal outcomes in retirement.”

The launch of both SSAnalyzer and “The Power of Social Security” are the latest examples of how the firm continues to garner substantial value for clients through the acquisition of Retiree, Inc., alongside T. Rowe Price’s decades of experience as a retirement leader. The launch of SSAnalyzer follows the 2024 launch of Social Security Optimizer, a tool specifically designed for T. Rowe Price individual investors and 401(k) plan participants.

“The addition of SSAnalyzer and other resources to T. Rowe Price’s suite of retirement solutions underscores our commitment to empowering our advisors and retirement savers with knowledge and tools to make more informed decisions,” said Michael Davis, head of global retirement strategy at T. Rowe Price. “Integrating these tools into their practices will enhance the value-added services advisors offer their clients and give clients more confidence about the future.”

ABOUT T. ROWE PRICE
Founded in 1937, T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ – GS: TROW) helps individuals and institutions around the world achieve their long-term investment goals. As a large global asset management company known for investment excellence, retirement leadership, and independent proprietary research, the firm is built on a culture of integrity that puts client interests first. Clients rely on the award-winning firm for its retirement expertise and active management of equity, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset investment capabilities. T. Rowe Price serves millions of clients globally and manages US $1.63 trillion in assets under management as of February 28, 2025. About two-thirds of the assets under management are retirement-related. News and other updates can be found on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and troweprice.com/newsroom.

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ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. Files 2024 Annual Report On Form 20-F

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TAIPEI
, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: ASX, TAIEX: 3711, “ASEH” or the “Company”), announces that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The 2024 20-F is available on ASEH’s website at www.aseglobal.com and on the website of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov. Hard copies of the audited financial statements included in the 2024 Form 20-F are available to shareholders upon request and free of charge. To request a copy of the audited financial statements, please contact Citibank Shareholder Services at 1-877-CITI-ADR (248-4237).

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This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Although these forward-looking statements, which may include statements regarding our future results of operations, financial condition or business prospects, are based on our own information and information from other sources we believe to be reliable, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this press release. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify these forward-looking statements in this press release. These forward-looking statements are necessarily estimates reflecting the best judgment of our senior management and our actual results of operations, financial condition or business prospects may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements for reasons including, among others, risks associated with cyclicality and market conditions in the semiconductor or electronic industry; changes in our regulatory environment, including our ability to comply with new or stricter environmental regulations and to resolve environmental liabilities; demand for the outsourced semiconductor packaging, testing and electronic manufacturing services we offer and for such outsourced services generally; the highly competitive semiconductor or manufacturing industry we are involved in; our ability to introduce new technologies in order to remain competitive; international business activities; our business strategy; our future expansion plans and capital expenditures; the strained relationship between the Republic of China and the People’s Republic of China; general economic and political conditions; the recent shift in United States trade policies; possible disruptions in commercial activities caused by natural or human-induced disasters; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; and other factors. For a discussion of these risks and other factors, please see the documents we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the 2024 Annual Report on Form 20-F filed on March 31, 2025.

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Freight Technologies Enters into Securities Purchase Agreement with Fetch Compute to Acquire Tokens in One of the Largest Decentralized Artificial Intelligence Computing Networks

– Creates asset diversification in addition to a crypto treasury and platform for Freight Technologies to introduce crypto to the Over-the-Road (OTR) carrier and logistics markets –

– Freight Technologies and Fetch.AI to collaborate on a development partnership to further blockchain and AI technologies in the logistics space –

HOUSTON, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Freight Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FRGT; “Fr8Tech” or the “Company”), a logistics management innovation company, offering a diverse portfolio of technology-driven solutions, announced today it has entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement (the “Agreement”) for the acquisition of $5.2 million of FET Tokens from Fetch Compute, Inc. (“Fetch Compute”), in exchange for 2,311,248 Series A4 preferred shares of the Company, par value $0.0001 per share (“Preferred Shares”). The foregoing description does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of the Company’s current report on Form 8-K dated April 1, 2025, announcing the execution of the Agreement.

FET Tokens are the cryptocurrency that power Fetch.ai, a decentralized machine learning platform that aligns with Fr8Tech’s vision for scalable and secure AI solutions in the OTR carrier and logistics markets. Acquiring FET Tokens allows Fr8Tech to begin actively participating in Fetch.ai’s decentralized AI ecosystem, expanding its competitive advantage in the logistics industry.

“On the heels of the launch of our AI Tendering Bot, an innovative solution designed to automate and streamline the load tendering process for shippers and freight brokers, today’s token acquisition announcement brings further breadth and depth to Fr8Tech’s commitment to logistics innovation, while simultaneously strengthening and diversifying our balance sheet,” said Javier Selgas, the Chief Executive Officer of Fr8Tech. “With a FET Token treasury in place and by leveraging Fetch.ai’s empowered decentralized digital economy, our ultimate goal is to empower clients with real-time visibility and greater supply chain transparency to handle different activities inside the decentralized economy, whether it’s improving supply chain logistics, maintaining solid record-keeping systems, executing computational tasks, or enabling transactional interactions.”

About Freight Technologies Inc.

Freight Technologies (Nasdaq: FRGT) (“Fr8Tech”) is a technology company offering a diverse portfolio of proprietary platform solutions powered by AI and machine learning to optimize and automate the supply chain process. Focused on addressing the distinct challenges within the supply chain ecosystem, the Company’s portfolio of solutions includes the Fr8App platform for seamless OTR B2B cross-border shipping across the USMCA region; Fr8Now, a specialized service for less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping; Fr8Fleet, a dedicated capacity service for enterprise clients in Mexico; Waavely, a digital platform for efficient ocean freight booking and management of container shipments between North America and ports worldwide and Fleet Rocket a nimble, scalable and cost-effective Transportation Management System (TMS) for brokers, shippers, and other logistics operator Together, each product is interconnected within a unified platform to connect carriers and shippers and significantly improve matching and operation efficiency via innovative technologies such as live pricing and real-time tracking, digital freight marketplace, brokerage support, transportation management, fleet management, and committed capacity solutions. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit fr8technologies.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Fr8Tech’s and Fr8App Inc.’s actual results may differ from their expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, readers should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Words such as “expect,” “estimate,” “project,” “budget,” “forecast,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “may,” “will,” “could,” “should,” “believes,” “predicts,” “potential,” “continue” and similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify such forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Most of these factors are outside Fr8Tech’s and Fr8App Inc.’s control and are difficult to predict. Factors that may cause such differences include, but are not limited to: (1) the inability to obtain or maintain the listing of Fr8Tech’s ordinary shares on Nasdaq; (2) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (3) the possibility that Fr8Tech or Fr8App Inc. may be adversely affected by other economic, business and/or competitive factors; (4) risks relating to the uncertainty of the projected financial information with respect to Fr8App Inc.; (5) risks related to the organic and inorganic growth of Fr8App Inc.’s business and the timing of expected business milestones; and (6) other risks and uncertainties identified, including those under “Risk Factors,” to be filed in Fr8Tech other filings with the Securities Exchange Commission.

Fr8Tech cautions that the foregoing list of factors is not exclusive. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by such forward-looking statements. Fr8Tech and Fr8App Inc. caution readers not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Fr8Tech and Fr8App Inc. do not undertake or accept any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in their expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.



Fr8Tech Contact:
Jason Finkelstein
IGNITION Investor Relations
[email protected]

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Producer sentiment slips due to rising policy uncertainty

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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind.
, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Farmer sentiment declined in March as concerns over agricultural trade and farm policy weighed on producers’ outlook for the future. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell 12 points to a reading of 140, down from 152 a month earlier. Contributing to the weakened sentiment in March was a 15-point drop in the Index of Future Expectations to 144 and the Current Conditions Index falling 5 points to 132. The drop in sentiment was influenced by falling crop prices since mid-February, along with increasing uncertainty surrounding agricultural trade and farm policy. Despite the decline, producers remained more optimistic about future conditions than the present, with the Future Expectations Index remaining higher than the Current Conditions Index by 12 points. This month’s survey was conducted between March 10-14.

Alongside the weakened sentiment, the Farm Capital Investment Index fell 5 points to 54 in March. Despite the dip, it is the second-highest reading since June 2021. The Farm Financial Performance Index also saw a drop, decreasing 8 points to 102. While slightly above 100, the index indicates that, on average, producers still anticipate their farm’s financial performance to improve compared to a year ago.

The Short-Term Farmland Value Expectations Index remained steady at 118 in March, matching the previous month’s level and only 6 points below its reading from a year ago. Except for the late summer and early fall of 2024, when sentiment was more pessimistic, the index has generally ranged between 110 and 126 since early 2023. This suggests that farmers maintain a cautious outlook for farmland values, anticipating they will either remain stable or increase modestly in the coming year.

“While the overall sentiment shift in March reflects growing uncertainty, farmers remain cautiously optimistic about the future, particularly with farmland values holding steady and the outlook for strong returns in the livestock sector helping to offset weaker expectations among crop producers,” said Michael Langemeier, the barometer’s principal investigator and director of Purdue University’sCenter for Commercial Agriculture.

Since 2019, the barometer surveys have asked producers about their expectations for U.S. agricultural exports over the next five years. Historically, exports have been a primary driver of U.S. agricultural production demand and are closely linked to strong farm incomes. Producers reported they were optimistic about export growth in 2019 and 2020 surveys, but that optimism began to decline in 2021 and has continued to erode. In March, expectations for U.S. exports reached a record low in the survey, with 30% of producers anticipating a decline in exports, nearly matching the 33% who expect exports to rise.

In addition to worries about exports, farmers’ focus on agricultural policy has shifted over the past year. Since late 2022, barometer surveys have regularly asked producers to identify the most important policies or programs for their farms in the next five years. Before the November 2024 election, farmers reported a higher focus on interest rate policy than trade policy. However, since the election, trade policy has become a fast-growing concern, with 43% of respondents, on average, now citing it as the most critical issue impacting their farms, up sharply from an average of just 21% prior to the election.

Uncertainties about trade policy and its potential impact on U.S. agricultural exports are closely tied to farmers’ expectations for farm income. The March survey asked producers about the likelihood of a program similar to 2019’s Market Facilitation Program, created to compensate for lower output prices due to a trade war. Approximately two-thirds of respondents believe a follow-up to such a program is either “likely” (52%) or “very likely” (13%) to be implemented. Additionally, 74% of farmers in March indicated that the passage of a new farm bill this year was either “very important” (49%) or “important” (25%) to them.

About the Purdue University Center for Commercial Agriculture
The Center for Commercial Agriculture was founded in 2011 to provide professional development and educational programs for farmers. Housed within Purdue University’s Department of Agricultural Economics, the center’s faculty and staff develop and execute research and educational programs that address the different needs of managing in today’s business environment.

About CME Group
As the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, CME Group enables clients to trade futures, options, cash and OTC markets, optimize portfolios, and analyze data — empowering market participants worldwide to efficiently manage risk and capture opportunities. CME Group exchanges offer the widest range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural products and metals. The company offers futures and options on futures trading through the CME Globex platform, fixed income trading via BrokerTec and foreign exchange trading on the EBS platform. In addition, it operates one of the world’s leading central counterparty clearing providers, CME Clearing.

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About Purdue University

Purdue University is a public research university leading with excellence at scale. Ranked among top 10 public universities in the United States, Purdue discovers, disseminates and deploys knowledge with a quality and at a scale second to none. More than 107,000 students study at Purdue across multiple campuses, locations and modalities, including more than 58,000 at our main campus in West Lafayette and Indianapolis. Committed to affordability and accessibility, Purdue’s main campus has frozen tuition 13 years in a row. See how Purdue never stops in the persistent pursuit of the next giant leap — including its comprehensive urban expansion, the Mitch Daniels School of Business, Purdue Computes and the One Health initiative — at https://www.purdue.edu/president/strategic-initiatives.

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Franklin Access Announces the First in Its New Series of Remotely Managed M2M Routers for IoT: The Seiona – RT410S

SAN DIEGO, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Franklin Access, a leading provider of integrated wireless solutions, has unveiled its latest product, the Seiona – RT410S, at the Channel Partners Conference in Las Vegas. The Seiona – RT410S delivers secure, stable, and reliable connectivity for a wide range of edge applications, expanding Franklin’s product offerings into the multi-billion-dollar IoT market. Designed for industries such as digital signage, healthcare, ATMs, kiosks, vending machines, and EV charging stations, the Seiona – RT410S facilitates seamless data exchange between computers and automated systems, enhancing operational efficiency.

Setting itself apart from competitors, Franklin’s Seiona series integrates full access to the Pintrac Mobile Device Management (MDM) platform, enabling comprehensive remote management. This solution allows administrators to configure, secure, deploy, monitor, and update devices remotely, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with on-site servicing. The Seiona – RT410S is the first in a series of upcoming devices and will be available in various physical configurations, all leveraging LTE technology.

At its core, the Seiona – RT410S incorporates proven cellular, Wi-Fi, and GPS technologies to ensure robust performance. Its compact and portable design makes it ideal for a variety of deployment scenarios. Currently, Seiona is undergoing technical evaluation with leading national retailers for kiosk applications.

The Seiona – RT410S is currently undergoing U.S. wireless carrier certification and will be available for purchase soon.

About Franklin Access

Franklin Access (NASDAQ: FKWL) is a leader in integrated wireless solutions, offering state-of-the-art 4G LTE and 5G technologies, including mobile hotspots, routers, and mobile device management (MDM) solutions. Learn more at franklinaccess.com.

For media inquiries, please contact: [email protected]

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Schneider leader honored as a “Top Woman to Watch in Transportation”

Schneider leader honored as a “Top Woman to Watch in Transportation”

Katie Justman is recognized for her commitment to excellence, empowering associates and delivering superior results for shippers

GREEN BAY, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Shippers searching for flexible, results-driven solutions rely on industry professionals who can deliver capacity and insights. One such expert is Schneider’s Director of Operations, Katie Justman. Honored as one of the Top Women to Watch in Transportation by Redefining the Road, the official magazine of the Women in Trucking Association (WIT), Katie exemplifies operational excellence, mentorship and a customer-first mindset.

Over her 26-year career at Schneider National, Inc. (NYSE: SNDR), a premier multimodal transportation, intermodal and logistics provider, Katie has a proven track record of creating solutions that empower her team and deliver exceptional service. Her leadership spans across ten customer accounts that represent $143 million in Network and Dedicated annual revenue, and she oversees a team of 800 professional drivers who consistently deliver on Schneider’s promises to be responsible, reliable and safe. In fact, one of the drivers on Katie’s team recently achieved a remarkable five million safe miles.

“Katie’s recognition as a Top Woman to Watch is a testament to her innovative approach to customer service and dedication to building relationships,” said Schneider Chief Commercial Officer and Senior Vice President Erin Van Zeeland. “Her ability to understand complex customer needs and translate them into impactful results help give customers an edge in today’s competitive landscape.”

Katie’s dedication to excellence doesn’t stop there; she is committed to cultivating the next generation of industry leaders. That’s why she is an active mentor in both the Schneider Women’s Network, the company’s longest-running internal Business Resource Group, and the Accelerated Development Program — initiatives that align seamlessly with Schneider’s mission to create a growth-oriented workplace where everyone can thrive.

“Receiving the Top Woman to Watch award is really a reflection of the incredible support I have received at Schneider and our collaborative culture where we ensure associates have what they need to succeed for our customers every day,” Katie shared. “My experiences help me mentor the next rising stars so they, too, can move forward along their career path while helping our customers achieve meaningful results.”

Schneider’s steadfast commitment to advancing women in transportation is evident. Women hold approximately 13% of driver roles — nearly double the industry average — and 40% of leadership positions. In addition, the company and its leaders have consistently earned accolades from WIT, including the Top Women to Watch in Transportation award and being listed six consecutive years as a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation.

For shippers seeking reliable supply chain solutions backed by proven operational experts like Katie Justman, visit, schneider.com. For those seeking a role with a responsible organization with leaders who support professional development and personal growth, visit schneiderjobs.com.

About Schneider

Schneider is a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services. Offering one of the broadest portfolios in the industry, Schneider’s solutions include Regional and Long-Haul Truckload, Expedited, Dedicated, Bulk, Intermodal, Brokerage, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Port Logistics and Logistics Consulting.

Schneider has been safely delivering superior customer experiences and investing in innovation for 90 years. The company’s digital marketplace, Schneider FreightPower®, is revolutionizing the industry giving shippers access to an expanded, highly flexible capacity network and provides carriers with unmatched access to quality drop-and-hook freight – Always Delivering, Always Ahead.

For more information about Schneider, visit Schneider.com or follow the company socially on Facebook,LinkedIn and X: @WeAreSchneider.

Kara Leiterman, Media Relations Manager

M 920-370-7188

[email protected]

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