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Comcast Deepens Roots in Bossier City with $19 Million Investment, Local Partnerships, and Expanded Internet Access

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BOSSIER CITY, La.
, Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Comcast is making a lasting impact in Bossier City through a $19 million investment aimed at expanding high-speed Internet infrastructure and strengthening its role as a committed community partner. This initiative is about more than technology; it’s about creating meaningful connections, supporting local traditions, and empowering residents with reliable access to the digital world.

As part of its mission to close the digital divide, Comcast is rolling out new services in select neighborhoods this year, with full infrastructure completion expected by the end of 2026. The company offers a range of Internet packages tailored to meet diverse household needs, including an entry-level plan starting at $14.95/month and everyday pricing with a five-year price guarantee, ensuring affordability and transparency for families across the city.

“We’re committed to supporting the people who make Bossier City special,” said Mike McArdle, Comcast Regional Senior Vice President. “Whether it’s through affordable Internet, community events, or honoring our veterans, we’re here to serve and connect.”

This summer, Comcast’s presence was felt across Bossier City through its support of beloved local events. The company lit the Bakowski Bridge of Lights in purple, a symbolic gesture of its growing connection to the region. At the Red River Balloon Rally, Comcast brought branded experiences and interactive activities that celebrated the city’s vibrant culture and community spirit.

Comcast also partnered with the African American Celebration Corporation to host the 5th Annual Free Haircut Giveaway for veterans and military families in Bossier City and Shreveport. The event honored local service members while introducing attendees to Comcast’s digital access initiatives, including Lift Zones, which provide free WiFi in community centers, and programs that support Internet adoption and digital skills development.

“Comcast is proud to be part of Bossier City’s growth,” said Ronnie Colvin, Senior Director of External Affairs for Comcast’s Big South Region. “We’re not just building a network, we’re building trust, access, and opportunity for the communities we serve.”

In nearby Shreveport, Comcast team members continued their commitment to community impact. During a recent employee volunteer event, Mike McArdle, Comcast Regional Senior Vice President, recognized the efforts of the Shreveport Team Up Ambassadors, who packed 200 backpacks filled with school supplies. These backpacks will be donated to the Back-to-School Supply and Shoe Drive hosted by the African American Parade Committee on August 9. Comcast is a proud sponsor of the event.

These community-driven efforts are part of a broader mission supported by Comcast’s powerful network infrastructure. Designed to meet the demands of today’s digital economy, Comcast’s network delivers multi-gigabit speeds, 99.9% reliability, and built-in security to protect users from evolving cyber threats. Trusted by hospitals, schools, and first responders, Comcast is helping Bossier City and the surrounding region thrive in an increasingly connected world.

To learn more about Comcast’s services and community initiatives in Bossier City, visit www.xfinity.com or call 1-800-XFINITY. To learn more about Comcast Business services, visit www.business.comcast.com or call 866-429-3085.


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Comcast Extends its High-Speed Internet Network and Brings Advanced Connectivity Services to Block 59 Redevelopment in Naperville

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Expansion follows network investment of $1.4 billion in Illinois over the last three years


NAPERVILLE, Ill.
, Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Comcast Business today announced the completion of a project to extend its network in Naperville, IL, bringing Comcast Business’s high-speed Internet, cybersecurity, and other advanced technology solutions to Block 59, a 16.5-acre redevelopment on the northeast corner of Route 59 and Aurora Avenue with new dining, retail, and entertainment attractions.

With the extension complete, businesses in Block 59 now have access to Comcast Business’s full suite of solutions, including Internet speeds up to 100 Gigabits per second (Gbps) over Ethernet, Advanced Voice, Comcast Business Mobile, and a variety of cloud services.

Comcast Business is a leading provider of advanced technology solutions, helping businesses of all sizes adapt, evolve, and thrive in an ever-changing digital landscape. Across industries and around the globe, Comcast Business designs and delivers reliable, flexible, and scalable solutions that help empower business growth.

“Block 59 has already announced many new businesses who have been eager to call Naperville home,” said Scott Wehrli, Mayor of Naperville. “Comcast’s investment in this redevelopment will continue to invigorate the city’s Route 59 corridor with new restaurants, retail stores, and entertainment options for our community.”

“The Block 59 redevelopment is more than a revitalization project – it’s a catalyst that will bring more people to Naperville to connect, shop, dine, and invest in our community,” said Kaylin Risvold, President & CEO of the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce. “We’re fortunate to have so many Chamber Members already investing in Block 59. Knowing that Comcast Business, a dedicated member for over 20 years, is expanding their services to this vibrant new area shows how working together helps our businesses – and Naperville – continue to move Business Forward.”

With a suite of solutions including connectivity, networking, cybersecurity, and unified communications and a range of service models, Comcast Business can meet the needs of any size business at scale. Comcast Business’ position as a part of Comcast Corporation – a Fortune 50 leading media, technology, and entertainment company – enables a unique set of capabilities and a broad perspective to customers.

“Comcast is proud to bring our full suite of connectivity and technology solutions to Block 59 businesses to ensure they have the speed and reliability necessary to thrive,” said Sean McCarthy, Comcast’s Regional Vice President of Business Development and Strategic Initiatives.

Overall, Comcast has invested over $80 billion in the last ten years to grow and evolve its next-generation network nationwide across the company’s service footprint, including $1.4 billion in Illinois alone over the past three years. 

Comcast has more than 65,000 miles of advanced network infrastructure in Illinois and offers gigabit+ Internet speeds to residential and business customers across its service footprint in the Chicago area and nationally. In addition, the company has more than 1.8 million WiFi hotspots in the state and more than 23 million nationwide.


About Comcast Business


Comcast Business offers leading global businesses the technology solutions and forward-thinking partnership they need. With a full suite of solutions including fast, reliable connectivity, secure networking solutions and advanced cybersecurity and a range of managed service options, Comcast Business is ready to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes. Comcast Business has been recognized by leading analyst firms for its continued growth, innovation, and leadership, and is committed to partnering with customers to help them drive their businesses forward.

For more information, call 800-501-6000. Follow@ComcastBusiness on social media networks at http://business.comcast.com/social.


About Comcast Corporation

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

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USA Rare Earth Announces Joint Development Agreement with ePropelled for Supply of Neo Magnets for Drone Technology

Oklahoma Manufacturing Plant Will Produce Lightweight, Powerful Magnets Needed for Production of Uncrewed Air, Land and Sea Vehicles

STILLWATER, Okla., Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR) (USAR or the Company), today announced that it has signed a joint development agreement (JDA) with ePropelled, Inc. to develop a strategic supply and purchase relationship of the Company’s sintered neo magnets for use in ePropelled’s state-of-the-art motors, which are used in a multitude of uncrewed air, land, and sea vehicles (commonly referred to as drones).

USAR will immediately begin prototyping neo magnets for use in ePropelled’s high-performance motors, controllers, generators, and power management systems. ePropelled’s systems are used in uncrewed vehicles (UAV) for air, land, and sea – from large-payload aerial drones and long-range defense applications, as well as for small surveillance and commercial drone designs.

“This agreement is another milestone in our efforts to fill our 2026 pipeline and work through the development and qualification process with customers across industries as we complete the commissioning of our Stillwater manufacturing facility,” said Joshua Ballard, CEO of USA Rare Earth. “We are very pleased to partner with such an innovative company as ePropelled, a global leader in magnetics engineering and a proven pioneer in the design and production of electric propulsion solutions. We look forward to working with the ePropelled team to develop a true partnership in providing Made-in-the-USA designated high-quality, high-performance magnets for use in their pioneering and innovative solutions.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with USA Rare Earth to secure the rare earth materials essential to our uncrewed vehicle solutions,” said Nick Grewal, ePropelled’s Founder, Chairman and CEO. “Expanding our supply chain — both in the U.S. and globally — is key to meeting the high expectations of our customers and staying ahead in this fast-moving industry.”

Operating worldwide, ePropelled serves a broad customer base that spans aerospace, defense, industrial automation, and maritime industries. The company’s technologies are used in mission-critical applications including long-endurance surveillance drones, robotic ground vehicles, and autonomous marine vessels. Its compliance with international defense standards (e.g. NDAA) and focus on domestically manufactured components make it especially attractive to governments and OEMs seeking secure, export-ready solutions.

For more information, please visit USARE.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and X.

About USA Rare Earth

USA Rare Earth is building a vertically integrated, domestic rare earth magnet production supply chain. USAR is currently constructing a 310k square foot rare earth sintered neo magnet manufacturing facility in Stillwater, Oklahoma. USAR also controls mining rights to the Round Top Mountain rare earth and critical minerals deposit in West Texas, which holds significant deposits of heavy rare earths, such as dysprosium and terbium, as well as gallium, beryllium, lithium and other critical tech minerals. USAR’s permanent neo magnets and rare earth minerals are required for a wide variety of products used in the defense, automotive, aviation, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics industries.

About ePropelled

Based in Laconia, New Hampshire, USA, ePropelled, Inc. is a leading global technology provider specializing in smart propulsion and energy management systems for uncrewed vehicles for air, land and sea. Founded in 2018, ePropelled holds 49 patents and serves customers worldwide from its New Hampshire headquarters and manufacturing center, supported by R&D and operations facilities in the UK and India. ePropelled products are engineered to optimize performance, reduce energy consumption, and support the speedy transition to a sustainable future. For more information, contact ePropelled at [email protected], call 603-236-7444, or visit ePropelled.com.

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MasterCraft Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Waterways and Promoting Responsible Boating

World’s Best-Selling Towboat Brand Champions ‘Wake Responsibly’ Campaign in Partnership with Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA)

Campaign to Preserve the Freedom to Ride While Sustaining Lakes & Protecting Jobs Through Education and Respectful Boating Practices

VONORE, Tenn., Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MasterCraft Boat Company, the world’s best-selling towboat brand, today reinforced its commitment to protecting waterways and preserving access for generations to come. With waterway restrictions and local ordinances increasing nationwide, MasterCraft is taking an industry-leading stance to ensure that education, advocacy, and shared responsibility – not sweeping regulation – remain the solutions to these challenges.

“Boating isn’t just a passion – it’s an economic driver that supports thousands of jobs and generates billions of dollars for local economies,” said Brad Nelson, CEO of MasterCraft Boat Holdings. “We take these concerns seriously and are committed to being part of the solution by working with communities, educating boaters, and investing in innovation to ensure safe, responsible enjoyment of our waterways.”

As a proud supporter of the Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA) and its Wake Responsibly campaign, MasterCraft endorses three essential principles:

1) Maintain 200 feet of distance from shore, docks, and other boats and in at least 10 feet of water

2) Keep music at a respectful level

3) Minimize repetitive passes in the same area

“These guidelines aren’t just rules – they’re about courtesy, coexistence, and protecting the sport we all love,” said Krista Schipner, Vice President of Marketing for MasterCraft. “We expect our athletes, dealers, ambassadors, and customers to lead by example so that everyone – boaters, anglers, and shoreline residents alike – feels respected. Together, we can ensure these waterways remain accessible for generations.”

In support of the Wake Responsibly campaign, MasterCraft is implementing the following:

  • Equipping dealer network with WSIA advocacy resources to educate local boaters
  • Embedding Wake Responsibly principles across all communication channels
  • Partnering with WSIA on state-level advocacy and supporting scientific research to counter misinformation with facts
  • Developing consumer-facing education materials for social and in-store use
  • Hosting on-water events to demonstrate responsible boating behaviors

MasterCraft is continuously investing in innovations and programs that give boaters the tools to operate responsibly and is actively listening to concerns to inform future solutions.

Waterway restrictions and access challenges are growing, often fueled by misconceptions about wake boats and their environmental impact.

Studies from leading wake experts validate that a wakesurfing boat passing a section of shoreline every nine minutes is less damaging than naturally occurring waves from a 10-mph wind with one mile of fetch. Further, boat wakes and waves from cruising boats, which are not the focus of legislation, dissipate more slowly and lack the initial drop in size associated with wakeboard and wakesurf wakes and waves.

“Our mission is simple: to build memories, not barriers,” added Schipner. “We are committed to preserving access while ensuring safety, sustainability, and shared responsibility on every lake and shoreline we touch.”

For more information about responsible boating practices, visit WakeResponsibly.com or a local MasterCraft dealer.

To learn more about MasterCraft products and its dealer network, visit www.MasterCraft.com and follow along on Instagram, YouTube, X, and Facebook.


About MasterCraft:


MasterCraft is a world-renowned innovator, designer, manufacturer, and marketer of premium performance sport boats. Founded in 1968, MasterCraft has cultivated its iconic brand image through a rich history of industry-leading innovation, and more than five decades after the original MasterCraft made its debut, the company’s goal remains the same – to continue building the world’s best ski, wakeboard, wake surf, and luxury performance powerboats.


About MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc.:


Headquartered in Vonore, TN, MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MCFT) is a leading innovator, designer, manufacturer, and marketer of premium recreational powerboats through its three brands, MasterCraft, Crest, and Balise. For more information about MasterCraft Boat Holdings, please visit Investors.MasterCraft.com, www.MasterCraft.com, www.CrestPontoonBoats.com, andwww.BalisePontoonBoats.com

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Beaulieu International Group and Digimarc Demonstrate Digital Watermarks as a Scalable Solution for Digital Product Passports in the Flooring Industry

Beaulieu International Group and Digimarc Demonstrate Digital Watermarks as a Scalable Solution for Digital Product Passports in the Flooring Industry

WAREGEM, Belgium & BEAVERTON, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.), a global leader in material and flooring solutions, and Digimarc Corporation (NASDAQ: DMRC), a pioneer in digital watermarking technologies, have successfully demonstrated that invisible digital watermarks are a highly effective solution for delivering CPR-mandated construction Digital Product Passports (DPP) to the flooring industry while uniquely meeting its complex needs.

“Facilitating the circular economy through DPP compliance is a top priority for Beaulieu, because eventually, all flooring products will be removed and replaced,” said Nele Cattoor, B.I.G.’s Regulatory Compliance Lead. “The challenge was to find a data carrier that not only functions while the flooring is in place, but also survives the damage that inevitably occurs during removal. This data carrier must therefore be imperceptible to the human eye—something that could be integrated directly onto the surface of our flooring solutions—without affecting the design, appearance, or thickness. It must also be pervasive and durable enough to remain detectable even on small, cut, or damaged pieces of material.”

Traditional technologies, such as QR codes, NFC, and RFID cannot meet these requirements. “You could potentially be technically DPP-compliant by printing QR codes on the backs of glue-down flooring, but once the flooring is installed, those codes can no longer be read, nor are they likely to survive the removal process and therefore be accessible to recycling facilities,” explained Dorine Degryse, Sustainability Coordinator CV at B.I.G. “As a company committed to sustainable living, that was not acceptable. We needed something better—and we found it in Digimarc’s digital watermarking technology.”

Digimarc’s invisible, thumbnail-sized digital watermarks cover the entire surface of the product in a redundant pattern, making them robust, long-lasting, and detectable even after substantial wear and tear. Each watermark carries a unique digital ID linked to product-specific data hosted on Digimarc’s Illuminate SaaS platform, enabling a seamless DPP experience via mobile or web applications. Requiring no special ink or printing process, the solution is highly scalable and cost-effective compared to many traditional alternatives. Most importantly, due to their covert nature and robustness, Digimarc digital watermarks can support the entire life cycle of flooring, from installation all the way to recycling.

B.I.G. partnered with Digimarc to validate the technology’s performance in real-world flooring scenarios. Together, the teams enhanced six B.I.G. artworks with digital watermarks, created corresponding DPP profiles within Digimarc’s beta DPP module, and successfully scanned the products to simulate field use.

The success of this initiative was showcased at major industry events, including Flanders Flooring Days in June 2025 and the VinylPlus® Digital Product Passport event in Brussels in January 2025. Both demonstrations generated significant interest from flooring manufacturers facing similar DPP compliance challenges. “Many attendees had never encountered digital watermarking before, so seeing our solution in action—providing instant, invisible access to critical sustainability, circularity, and compliance information stored in the cloud—was eye-opening,” said Lara Misseeuw, Innovation Project Manager at B.I.G. “It quickly became clear to the industry why digital watermarking technology is so valuable as a next-generation data carrier, which we can use as a more durable and sustainable option alongside, for example, QR codes printed on the backs of products, if desired.”

Digimarc has also presented this successful collaboration to the technical group responsible for standards harmonization for the flooring industry (CEN/TC 134 WG 10, AHG Tagging). “Our ambition is to establish digital watermarks as the industry-validated data carrier for construction materials, starting with flooring,” said Riley McCormack, President and CEO at Digimarc. “Digital watermarks are a natural fit for construction products because of their invisibility, resilience, redundancy, and simple detection using a mobile phone or scanner. And because they can be applied using varnishes, etchings, molds, and inks, the technology is compatible with a wide range of materials, including pipes, panels, and tiles.”

“Our next step is to continue collaborating with the VinylPlus consortium to drive momentum for digital watermarks as the data carrier of choice to deliver CPR-mandated construction Digital Product Passports (DPP) for the flooring industry,” concluded McCormack.

Learn more about Digimarc’s digital watermarks.

About Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.)

As a global family business, we develop and co-create—in an innovative, entrepreneurial and sustainable way—flooring and material solutions to enhance the quality of living and working for every generation. Headquartered in Belgium, B.I.G. employs over 4,500 people worldwide in 19 countries throughout Eurasia, America, and Oceania and serves customers in 150 countries. In 2024, B.I.G. reported sales of €2 billion. At B.I.G., we work purposefully to build a sustainable future. Our sense of entrepreneurship and our ambition enable us to continue to grow together with our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and the society in which we operate.

About Digimarc

Digimarc Corporation (NASDAQ: DMRC) is the pioneer and global leader in digital watermarking technologies for the identification and authentication of physical and digital items. For nearly 30 years, Digimarc innovations and intellectual property in digital watermarking have been deployed at a massive scale and across a wide range of industries. A notable example is our partnership with a consortium of the world’s central banks to deter counterfeiting of global currency. Digimarc is also instrumental in supporting global industry standards efforts spanning both the physical and digital worlds. In 2023, Digimarc was named to the Fortune 2023 Change the World list and honored as a 2023 Fast Company World Changing Ideas finalist. Learn more at Digimarc.com.

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Keysight Automated Test Solution Validates Fortinet’s SSL Deep Inspection Performance and Network Security Efficacy

Keysight Automated Test Solution Validates Fortinet’s SSL Deep Inspection Performance and Network Security Efficacy

Keysight BreakingPoint QuickTest simplifies application performance and security effectiveness assessments with predefined test configurations and self-stabilizing, goal-seeking algorithms

SANTA ROSA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) announces that Fortinet chose the Keysight BreakingPoint QuickTest network application and security test tool to validate SSL deep packet inspection performance capabilities and security efficacy of its FortiGate 700G series next-generation firewall (NGFW). BreakingPoint QuickTest is Keysight’s turn-key performance and security validation solution with self-stabilizing, goal-seeking algorithms that quickly assess the performance and security efficacy of a variety of network infrastructures.

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Keysight’s BreakingPoint QuickTest simplifies application performance and security effectiveness assessments with predefined test configurations and self-stabilizing, goal-seeking algorithms to deliver relevant, up-to-date test scenarios with real-world applications.

Keysight’s BreakingPoint QuickTest simplifies application performance and security effectiveness assessments with predefined test configurations and self-stabilizing, goal-seeking algorithms to deliver relevant, up-to-date test scenarios with real-world applications.

Enterprise networks and systems face a constant onslaught of cyber-attacks, including malware, vulnerabilities, and evasions. These attacks are taking a toll, as 67% of enterprises report suffering a breach in the past two years, while breach-related lawsuits have risen 500% in the last four years.

Fortinet developed the FortiGate 700G series NGFW to help protect enterprise edge and distributed enterprise networks from these ever-increasing cybersecurity threats, while continuing to process legitimate customer-driven traffic that is vital to their core business. The FortiGate 700G is powered by Fortinet’s proprietary Network Processor 7 (NP7), Security Processor 5 (SP5) ASIC, and FortiOS, Fortinet’s unified operating system. Requiring an application and security test solution that delivers real-world network traffic performance, relevant and reliable security assessment, repeatable results, and fast time-to-insight, Fortinet turned to Keysight’s BreakingPoint QuickTest network applications and security test tool.

Using BreakingPoint QuickTest, Fortinet validated the network performance and cybersecurity capabilities of the FortiGate 700G NGFW using:

  • Simplified Test Setup and Execution: Pre-defined performance and security assessment suites, along with easy, click-to-configure network configuration, allow users to set up complex tests in minutes.
  • Reduced Test Durations: Self-stabilizing, goal-seeking algorithms accelerate the test process and shorten the overall time-to-insight.
  • Scalable HTTP and HTTPS Traffic Generation: Supports all RFC 9411 tests used by NetSecOPEN, an industry consortium that develops open standards for network security testing. This includes the 7.7 HTTPS throughput test, allowing Fortinet to quickly assess that the FortiGate 700G NGFW’s SSL Deep Inspection engine can support up to 14 Gbps of inspected HTTPS traffic.
  • NetSecOPEN Security Efficacy Tests: BreakingPoint QuickTest supports the full suite of NetSecOPEN security efficacy tests, including malware, vulnerabilities, and evasions. This ensures the FortiGate 700G capabilities are validated with relevant, repeatable, and widely accepted industry standard test methodologies and content.
  • Robust Reporting and Real-time Metrics: Live test feedback and clear, actionable reports showed that the FortiGate 700G successfully blocked 3,838 of the 3,930 malware samples, 1,708 of the 1,711 CVE threats, and stopped 100% of evasions, earning a grade “A” across all security tests.

Nirav Shah, Senior Vice President, Products and Solutions, Fortinet, said: “The FortiGate 700G series next-generation firewall combines cutting-edge artificial intelligence and machine learning with the port density and application throughput enterprises need, delivering comprehensive threat protection at any scale. Keysight’s intuitive BreakingPoint QuickTest application and security test tool made our validation process easy. It provided clear and definitive results that the FortiGate 700G series NGFW equips organizations with the performance and advanced network security capabilities required to stay ahead of current and emerging cyberthreats.”

Ram Periakaruppan, Vice President and General Manager, Keysight Network Test and Security Solutions, said: “The landscape of cyber threats is constantly evolving, so enterprises must be vigilant in adapting their network defenses, while also continuing to meet their business objectives. Keysight’s network application and security test solutions help alleviate the pressure these demands place on network equipment manufacturers by providing an easy-to-use package with pre-defined performance and security tests, innovative goal-seeking algorithms, and continuously updated benchmarking content, ensuring solutions meet rigorous industry requirements.”

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About Keysight Technologies

At Keysight (NYSE: KEYS), we inspire and empower innovators to bring world-changing technologies to life. As an S&P 500 company, we’re delivering market-leading design, emulation, and test solutions to help engineers develop and deploy faster, with less risk, throughout the entire product lifecycle. We’re a global innovation partner enabling customers in communications, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, automotive, semiconductor, and general electronics markets to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world. Learn more at Keysight Newsroom and www.keysight.com.

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ISG to Study Manufacturing Industry Service Providers

ISG to Study Manufacturing Industry Service Providers

Upcoming ISG Provider Lens® report will explore mid-tier and specialist companies helping manufacturers address geopolitical and supply chain complexities

STAMFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm, has launched a research study examining mid-tier and specialist service providers that use AI and analytics to enhance manufacturing companies’ efficiency and resilience amid rising tariffs and logistical challenges.

The study results will be published in a comprehensive ISG Provider Lens® report, called Manufacturing Industry Services and Solutions — Mid-tier and Specialist IT Firms, scheduled to be released in January 2026. The report will cover companies offering services for design and development, smart factories, supply chain management and digital transformation.

Enterprise buyers will be able to use information from the report to evaluate their current vendor relationships, potential new engagements and available offerings, while ISG advisors use the information to recommend providers to the firm’s buy-side clients.

Global manufacturing is grappling with immense complexity as trade and tariffs, geopolitical tensions and supply chain fragility lead companies to accelerate their digital transformations. Manufacturers are investing in digital supply chain tools such as AI and blockchain to enhance transparency and flexibility. Mid-tier and specialist IT providers play a significant role in these efforts. Mid-tier providers focus on delivering agile engineering and industry-specific innovations to a small number of verticals, while specialists focus on niche capabilities for building tailored, highly responsive solutions.

“The complexity of global manufacturing in 2025 demands agility and resilience,” said Iain Fisher, director, ISG Provider Lens Research. “Mid-tier IT firms and specialists are pivotal to manufacturers’ modernization initiatives, providing innovative solutions that enable clients to use digital tools to navigate economic and geopolitical challenges.”

ISG has distributed surveys to more than 100 mid-tier and specialist IT providers to the manufacturing industry. Working in collaboration with ISG’s global advisors, the research team will produce four quadrants representing the services and solutions enterprises in this industry are buying, based on ISG’s experience working with its clients. The four quadrants are:

  • Design and Development Services, evaluating providers assisting manufacturers in the entire production process, including design, quality management and compliance. Providers focus on partnerships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and original design manufacturers (ODMs), rapid prototyping, digital twins and software testing to enhance adaptability and accelerate development cycles.
  • Smart/Digital Factory Services, assessing providers offering Industry 4.0 technologies, including virtual factories and model plants, to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and optimize shop floor operations. The providers are assessed on their ability to integrate OT and IT for smart manufacturing, ensuring operational agility and advanced technology expertise.
  • Supply Chain and Aftermarket Services, covering providers offering supply chain and aftermarket services to manufacturing companies. They utilize AI, automation and blockchain to streamline processes, enhance decision-making and optimize CX. This approach makes possible new business models in service lifecycle management and subscription services.
  • Technology, Transformation and Consulting Services, evaluating providers offering consulting and digital transformation solutions and services. The providers are assessed on their ability to drive end-to-end transformation, align IT models with evolving business demands and implement diverse strategic solutions globally across the value chain.

A report generated from the study will cover the global manufacturing industry services market and examine products and services available globally. Swadhin Pradhan, assistant director and principal analyst, ISG Provider Lens Research, will serve as author of the report.

A list of identified providers and vendors and further details on the study are available in this digital brochure. Companies not listed as manufacturing industry service and solution providers can contact ISG and ask to be included in the study.

All 2025 ISG Provider Lens® evaluations feature expanded customer experience (CX) data that measures actual enterprise experience with specific provider services and solutions, based on ISG’s continuous CX research. Enterprise customers wishing to share their experience about a specific provider or vendor are encouraged to complete this online survey. Participants will receive a copy of this report in return for their feedback.

About ISG Provider Lens® Research

The ISG Provider Lens® Quadrant research series is the only service provider evaluation of its kind to combine empirical, data-driven research and market analysis with the real-world experience and observations of ISG’s global advisory team. Enterprises will find a wealth of detailed data and market analysis to help guide their selection of appropriate sourcing partners, while ISG advisors use the reports to validate their own market knowledge and make recommendations to ISG’s enterprise clients. The research currently covers providers offering their services globally, across Europe, as well as in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, the U.K., France, Benelux, Germany, Switzerland, the Nordics, Australia and Singapore/Malaysia, with additional markets to be added in the future. For more information about ISG Provider Lens research, please visit this webpage.

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Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. Sued for Securities Law Violations – Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights – CAPR

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 LOS ANGELES, Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —  The DJS Law Group  reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (“Capricor” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: CAPR ) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Shareholders who purchased shares of CAPR during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CLASS PERIOD:  October 9, 2024 to July 10, 2025

DEADLINE:
September 15, 2025

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Capricor claimed that its deramiocel drug candidate was successfully moving towards FDA approval, touting its progress through the approval process. Although its public comments were positive, the Company was aware of adverse data from its Phase 2 HOPE-2 trial. Based on these facts, the Company’s public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, contact us to participate .

NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS : Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of CAPR during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.

WHY DJS LAW GROUP?  DJS Law Group’s primary focus is to enhance investor return through balanced counseling and aggressive advocacy. We specialize in securities class actions, corporate governance litigation, and domestic/international M&A appraisals. Our clients are some of the largest and most sophisticated hedge funds and alternative asset managers in the world. The litigation claims of our clients are extraordinarily valuable assets that demand respect, focus, and results.

Join the case to recover your losses.

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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Announces Proposed Private Offering of Senior Secured Notes

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NEW YORK
, Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LIND) (“Lindblad”) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lindblad Expeditions, LLC (the “Issuer”), intends to offer $650 million aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2030 (the “New Notes”), subject to market and customary conditions. The New Notes will be senior obligations of the Issuer and will be guaranteed by Lindblad and certain of Lindblad’s subsidiaries (other than the Issuer) and will be secured, subject to permitted liens and certain other exceptions, by a first-priority lien on substantially all the assets of the Issuer and the guarantors.

The Issuer intends to use the net proceeds from the proposed offering, together with cash on hand, (i) to fund today’s concurrently announced tender offer for any and all of its outstanding 6.750% Senior Secured Notes due 2027 (the “2027 Notes”) and (ii) to fund the redemption of all of Lindblad’s 9.000% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 (the “2028 Notes”), including, in each case, to pay fees and expenses in connection therewith.  The Issuer also intends to call for redemption of any 2027 Notes not tendered in the tender offer.

The New Notes and the related guarantees have not been, and will not be, registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or any applicable state or foreign securities laws, and will be offered only to qualified institutional buyers in reliance on Rule 144A under the Securities Act, and to persons outside the United States in compliance with Regulation S under the Securities Act. Unless so registered, the New Notes and the related guarantees may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any New Notes or any other securities. The offering is not being made to any person in any jurisdiction in which the offer, solicitation or sale is unlawful. This press release shall not constitute a notice of redemption, an offer to purchase or an offer to sell either of the 2027 Notes or the 2028 Notes.

About Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.

Lindblad is an expedition travel company that focuses on ship-based voyages through its Lindblad Expeditions brand and on land-based travel through its subsidiaries, Natural Habitat Adventures, Off the Beaten Path, DuVine Cycling + Adventure Co., Classic Journeys and Wineland-Thomas Adventures.

Lindblad works in partnership with National Geographic to inspire people to explore and care about the planet. The organizations work in tandem to produce innovative marine expedition programs and promote conservation and sustainable tourism around the world. The partnership’s educationally oriented voyages allow guests to interact with and learn from leading scientists, naturalists and researchers while discovering stunning natural environments, above and below the sea, through state-of-the-art exploration tools.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain matters discussed in this press release are “forward-looking statements” intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include the intended use of proceeds for the offering of New Notes and may also generally be identified as such because the context of such statements will include words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “will,” “would” or words of similar import. Similarly, statements that describe Lindblad’s financial guidance or future plans, objectives or goals are also forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ materially from those expected. It is not possible to predict or identify all such risks. There may be additional risks that Lindblad considers immaterial or which are unknown. These factors include, but are not limited to, the following: (i) adverse general economic factors, including the impact of geopolitical, macroeconomic conditions, tariffs, changes in trade policies or capital markets volatility, that decrease the level of disposable income of consumers or consumer confidence and negatively impact the ability or desire of people to travel; (ii) suspended operations, cancelling or rescheduling of voyages, the denial and/or unavailability of ports of call and other potential disruptions to Lindblad’s business and operations related to health pandemics, political or civil unrest, war, terrorism, or other similar events; (iii) increases in fuel prices, changes in fuels consumed and availability of fuel supply in the geographies in which Lindblad operates or in general; (iv) the loss of key employees, Lindblad’s inability to recruit or retain qualified shoreside and shipboard employees and increased labor costs; (v) the impact of delays or cost overruns with respect to anticipated or unanticipated drydock, maintenance, modifications or other required construction related to any of Lindblad’s vessels; (vi) unscheduled disruptions in Lindblad’s business due to civil unrest, travel restrictions, weather events, mechanical failures, pandemics or other events; (vii) management of our growth and Lindblad’s ability to execute on its planned growth, including Lindblad’s ability to successfully integrate acquisitions; (viii) Lindblad’s ability to maintain its relationships with National Geographic and/or World Wildlife Fund; (ix) compliance with new and existing laws and regulations, including environmental regulations and travel advisories and restrictions; (x) Lindblad’s substantial indebtedness and its ability to remain in compliance with the financial and/or operating covenants in such arrangements; (xi) the impact of material litigation, enforcement actions, claims, fines or penalties on Lindblad’s business; (xii) the impact of severe or unusual weather conditions, including climate change, on Lindblad’s business; (xiii) adverse publicity regarding the travel and cruise industry in general; (xiv) loss of business due to competition; (xv) the inability to meet or achieve Lindblad’s sustainability related goals, aspirations, initiatives, and our public statements and disclosures regarding them; (xvi) the result of future financing efforts; and (xvii) those risks described in Lindblad’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). Stockholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are made only as of the date of this press release, and Lindblad undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More detailed information about factors that may affect Lindblad’s performance may be found in its filings with the SEC, which are available at http://www.sec.gov. 

Contact:

Bradley Norman, Public Relations Manager, Lindblad Expeditions, [email protected] 

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Families Report Spending More, But Also Missing Out on Opportunities to Make College More Affordable According to ‘How America Pays for College 2025’

Families Report Spending More, But Also Missing Out on Opportunities to Make College More Affordable According to ‘How America Pays for College 2025’

College Spending Increases 9% as FAFSA® Completion Rates Decline and Misconceptions About Scholarship Availability and Eligibility Persist

NEWARK, Del.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Families reported spending an average of $30,837 on college during the 2024–25 academic year—up 9% from $28,409 last year and a return to pre-pandemic spending levels, according to “How America Pays for College 2025,” the annual study by Sallie Mae and Ipsos. Family income and savings covered nearly half of costs (48%), followed by scholarships and grants (27%), borrowing (23%), and contributions from family or friends (2%).

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Families See Value in College and Remain Focused on Cost

Nearly nine in 10 (89%) families said college is a worthwhile investment, and 82% are willing to stretch their finances to ensure the best opportunities for their students. Eight in 10 families (79%) reported eliminating a school based on cost, but nearly half (47%) of all families also reported paying less than the sticker price for college. Families most often cited proximity to home (40%), affordability (39%), and specific academic program (39%) as reasons for choosing a school. While 59% of families created a plan to pay for college before enrolling, just 38% considered starting salaries after graduation.

“While families continue to see college as a valuable long-term investment, they also remain cost-conscious,” said Annaleise Lohr, vice president, Ipsos. “It’s encouraging to see families are taking the time to plan for this significant investment but coupling that financial focus with expected post-college outcomes could lead to even more informed decisions.”

Misconceptions Around FAFSA and Scholarships Could Be Costing Families

Roughly two-thirds of families (64%) found the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) easier to complete, but overall completion rates dropped to 71% from 74% the year prior. In addition, just 21% of families knew the FAFSA is available beginning in October. That could mean families are missing out on financial aid that is limited or available on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, 40% of families did not utilize scholarships to pay for college due to lack of awareness (34%) and the belief they wouldn’t win (28%).

Access to Loans Leads Some Families to Reach for Higher-Priced Schools

Nearly half of families (48%) borrowed to help pay for college, consistent with prior years, and 72% of all families said they would rather borrow than miss out on attending. Roughly six in 10 families (59%) said the availability of federal student loans has driven up college costs, and 35% of those who borrowed said access to loans led them to consider more expensive schools. In addition, 42% of families with federal student loans expect their loans to be forgiven.

“Students and families navigating higher education today need greater transparency when it comes to the actual cost of college so they can make the most informed decisions about this significant investment,” said Rick Castellano, vice president, Sallie Mae. “We also need to continue to promote FAFSA completion and reinforce the availability of scholarships, so families don’t inadvertently leave free money on the table.”

Free tools like Scholly Scholarships by Sallie and Scout College Search by Sallie help families plan smarter by finding thousands of scholarships and comparing schools based on majors, location, cost, and more—no registration required. In addition, the company offers responsible private student loans to cover any remaining financing gaps.

“How America Pays for College 2025” reports the results of Ipsos’ online interviews of 1,000 undergraduate students and 1,000 parents of undergraduate students between April 8 and May 8, 2025.

Explore the full report and discover insights, trends, and free planning tools at www.salliemae.com/howamericapays.

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