O2 Czech Republic Launches Allot Solution to Offer Consumer Cybersecurity Services

Hod Hasharon, Israel, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Allot Ltd. (NASDAQ: ALLT) (TASE: ALLT), a leading global provider of innovative network intelligence and converged network-native security solutions for communication service providers and enterprises, today announced that O2 Czech Republic, a subsidiary of the PPF Group, has launched Allot DNS Secure, enabling them to continue offering and enhance cybersecurity protection services to both their mobile and fixed broadband consumer customers.

This service launch is the result of an agreement between Allot and O2 Czech Republic signed earlier this year, and of an umbrella agreement signed with O2 Czech Republic parent company PPF Group to supply cybersecurity solutions to the group’s telecom provider subsidiaries. Allot will benefit from a recurring monthly fee for cybersecurity protection services provided to O2 Czech Republic

“Our decision to partner with Allot for consumer security services was driven by the positive feedback we received from our colleagues at PPF Group, as well as by the impressive value offered by Allot,” commented Jan Hruška, O2 Czech Republic Chief Technology Officer. “We are confident that the Allot solution will significantly enhance O2 Czech Republic’s ability to safeguard our consumer customers from cyber threats.”

“With O2 Czech Republic becoming the fifth operator within the PPF Group to embrace our security services, the Allot team is thrilled to see the growing adoption of DNS Secure. Our solution provides scalable, telco-grade, network-native services tailored for the mass consumer market, making it an ideal choice for operators seeking a reliable and straightforward approach to customer security,” said Amir Oren, Vice President of Sales, EMEA at Allot.

The Allot DNS Secure solution provides protection against a range of cyber threats including, viruses, ransomware, trojans and phishing attacks. The agreement also includes parental controls to give parents peace of mind when deciding which content is inappropriate for their children’s consumption.

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Additional Resources:

Allot Blog: https://www.allot.com/blog
Telco CyberTalk Podcast: https://www.allot.com/resources/podcasts
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About Allot

Allot Ltd. (NASDAQ: ALLT, TASE: ALLT) is a provider of leading innovative network intelligence and converged security solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide, enhancing value to their customers. Our solutions are deployed globally for network and application analytics, traffic control and shaping, network-native security services, and more. Allot’s multi-service platforms are deployed by over 500 mobile, fixed and cloud service providers and over 1000 enterprises. Our industry-leading network-native security-as-a-service solution is already used by many millions of subscribers globally.

Allot. See. Control. Secure.

Forward-Looking Statement

This release contains forward-looking statements, which express the current beliefs and expectations of Company management. Such statements involve a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause our future results, performance or achievements to differ significantly from the results, performance or achievements expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include risks relating to: our accounts receivables, including our ability to collect outstanding accounts and assess their collectability on a quarterly basis; our ability to meet expectations with respect to our financial guidance and outlook; our ability to compete successfully with other companies offering competing technologies; the loss of one or more significant customers; consolidation of, and strategic alliances by, our competitors; government regulation; the timing of completion of key project milestones which impact the timing of our revenue recognition; lower demand for key value-added services; our ability to keep pace with advances in technology and to add new features and value-added services; managing lengthy sales cycles; operational risks associated with large projects; our dependence on fourth party channel partners for a material portion of our revenues; and other factors discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s annual report on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made only as of the date hereof, and the company undertakes no obligation to update or revise the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.



Seth Greenberg
Allot
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Allot Investor Relations
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KKR Further Extends Second Tender Offer for FUJI SOFT

KKR Further Extends Second Tender Offer for FUJI SOFT

KKR Continues to Be Committed to FUJI SOFT’s Privatization; Will Not Withdraw its Second Tender Offer

TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
KKR, a leading global investment firm, announced today that in connection with the Second Tender Offer in its two-stage tender offer scheme (the “Tender Offer”) for the common shares and share options of FUJI SOFT INCORPORATED (“FUJI SOFT” or the “Company”; TSE stock code 9749) through FK Co., Ltd. (the “Offeror” or “FK Co.”), an entity owned by investment funds managed by KKR, the Offeror has submitted an amendment statement to the Tender Offer Registration Statement that was submitted on November 20, 2024 (including the matters amended in the amendment statement to the Tender Offer Registration Statement submitted on December 19, 2024) (the “Amendment Statement”).

Further Extension of Second Tender Offer

The Amendment Statement was submitted due to the Offeror’s decision to extend the end date of the tender offer period for the Second Tender Offer from January 9, 2025 to January 24, 2025. The tender offer price per common share will remain at 9,451 yen, and there is no change to the price that is being considered.

The extension of the tender offer period is intended to allow the Company’s shareholders and share option holders to make a considered decision, in light of the fact that as of January 9, 2025, the market price of the Company’s shares has stayed above the Second Tender Offer price while the market continues to digest the following announcements:

  • Bain Capital’s press releases dated December 11, 2024, December 18, 2024, and January 7, 2025;

  • FUJI SOFT’s press releases dated December 17, 2024, January 7, 2025, and January 8, 2025; and

  • The Offeror’s press release dated December 19, 2024 and January 6, 2025.

Doubts Regarding the Feasibility of Bain Capital’s Tender Offer

Bain Capital waived the support of the Board of Directors of the Company as a condition precedent to the commencement of its tender offer and set a maximum number of shares to be purchased at 31,444,443 shares (ownership ratio: 49.89%) in the amendment to the terms of its tender offer on December 18, 2024. As a result, Bain Capital’s tender offer is no longer intended to take the Company private and has changed into a “hostile partial tender offer with the aim of seizing control of the company.” In addition, Bain Capital made it a condition precedent of their tender offer that the Second Tender Offer by the Offeror be unsuccessful or withdrawn, and Bain Capital has expressed its intention to commence its tender offer from late January 2025 or after.

FK Co., however, has no intention to withdraw the Second Tender Offer. Even in the scenario that the Second Tender Offer is not successful, FK Co., as the largest shareholder whose support is required in any privatization through a minority squeeze-out, remains committed to privatizing FUJI SOFT, and will conduct a new tender offer at the same tender offer price as that of the Tender Offer.

Given that the conditions required to fulfil Bain Capital’s tender offer will not occur, and accordingly the very low likelihood of FUJI SOFT changing its “Oppose” opinion for Bain Capital, the Offeror believes there will not be a tender offer by Bain Capital that investors can tender into.

This belief is supported by the fact that while Bain Capital stated on November 1, 2024 that it would commence its tender offer immediately upon obtaining the approval of FUJI SOFT, which was its outstanding condition precedent, it has not launched any tender offer after waiving this requirement on December 18, 2024. The Offeror logically concludes that if Bain Capital, with no outstanding conditions precedent to fulfil, has not launched an unsolicited tender offer as it said it would, it is because Bain Capital either has no actual intention to launch an unsolicited tender offer or that it is unable to do so, for reasons such as completing the appointment of a tender offer agent due to Bain Capital’s breach of its confidentiality agreement with FUJI SOFT or securing the necessary financial commitments including for the minority squeeze-out. Bain Capital has also not provided a reasonable explanation for why it has not commenced its unsolicited tender offer.

Founding Family and Bain Capital Reached Out to KKR to Propose Collaboration

Bain Capital stated in its press release dated January 7, 2025 that “upon consultation and negotiation with the shareholders of the Company, including FK Co., Ltd. and other shareholders of the Company, the Tender Offeror [Bain Capital] plans to commence the Tender Offer in late January 2025 or early February 2025, as soon as the disclosure documents are prepared.”

On December 27, 2024, Nomura Securities, the financial advisor to FUJI SOFT’s Founding Family, reached out to KKR on behalf of the Founding Family to propose that the three parties, specifically the Founding Family, the Offeror, and Bain Capital, could work together to take FUJI SOFT private.

KKR Continues to be Committed to FUJI SOFT’s Privatization

KKR continues to have strong regard for FUJI SOFT’s growth potential and intends to leverage KKR’s global network and resources and work together with FUJI SOFT’s management and employees to provide better services and solutions for customers and achieve further business growth and value creation for FUJI SOFT as well as for its stakeholders including management, employees, and customers after the privatization.

KKR believes that it is desirable for all stakeholders to see FUJI SOFT be taken private as soon as possible and to work on measures to enhance corporate value.

For details on the Amendment Statement, please refer to the release issued by the Offeror today titled “(Amendment) Notice Regarding Amendment to “Notice Regarding the Commencement of Tender Offer for the Shares of FUJI SOFT INCORPORATED (Securities Code: 9749) by FK Co., Ltd.” Following Submission of Amendment Statement to the Tender Offer Registration Statement by FK Co., Ltd.” (the “Amendment Release”).

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This press release should be read in conjunction with the Amendment Release.

The purpose of this press release is to publicly announce an extension to the tender offer period for the Second Tender Offer and it has not been prepared for the purpose of soliciting an offer to sell or purchase in the Tender Offer. When making an application to tender, please be sure to read the relevant Tender Offer Explanatory Statement for the Tender Offer and make your own decision as a shareholder or share option holder. This press release does not constitute, either in whole or in part, a solicitation of an offer to sell or purchase any securities, and the existence of this press release (or any part thereof) or its distribution shall not be construed as a basis for any agreement regarding the Tender Offer, nor shall it be relied upon in concluding an agreement regarding the Tender Offer.

The Tender Offer will be conducted in compliance with the procedures and information disclosure standards set forth in Japanese law, and those procedures and standards are not always the same as the procedures and information disclosure standards in the U.S. In particular, neither sections 13(e) or 14(d) of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (as amended; the same shall apply hereinafter) or the rules under these sections apply to the Tender Offer; and therefore the Tender Offer will not be conducted in accordance with those procedures and standards.

Unless otherwise specified, all procedures relating to the Tender Offer are to be conducted entirely in Japanese. All or a part of the documentation relating to the Tender Offer will be prepared in English; however, if there is any discrepancy between the English-language documents and the Japanese-language documents, the Japanese-language documents shall prevail.

This press release includes statements that fall under “forward-looking statements” as defined in section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Due to known or unknown risks, uncertainties or other factors, actual results may differ materially from the predictions indicated by the statements that are implicitly or explicitly forward-looking statements. Neither the Offeror nor any of its affiliates guarantee that the predictions indicated by the statements that are implicitly or expressly forward-looking statements will materialize. The forward-looking statements in this press release were prepared based on information held by the Offeror as of today, and the Offeror and its affiliates shall not be obliged to amend or revise such statements to reflect future events or circumstances, except as required by laws and regulations.

The Offeror, its financial advisors and the Tender Offer agent (and their respective affiliates) may purchase the common shares and share options of FUJI SOFT, by means other than the Tender Offer, or conduct an act aimed at such purchases, for their own account or for their client’s accounts, in the scope of their ordinary business and to the extent permitted under financial instrument exchange-related laws and regulations, and any other applicable laws and regulations in Japan, in accordance with the requirements of Rule 14e-5(b) of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such purchases may be conducted at the market price through market transactions or at a price determined by negotiations off-market. In the event that information regarding such purchases is disclosed in Japan, such information will also be disclosed on the English website of the person conducting such purchases (or by any other method of public disclosure).

About KKR

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

For more information, please contact:

Media Contact

KKR Asia Pacific

Wei Jun Ong

+65 6922 5813

[email protected]

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Philips appoints Jie Xue as Chief Business Leader Precision Diagnosis, co-leader of the Diagnosis & Treatment segment, and Özlem Fidanci as Chief of International Region


January 9, 2025

Amsterdam, the Netherlands –
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced the appointment of Jie Xue as Chief Business Leader Precision Diagnosis, and Özlem Fidanci as Chief of International Region, both effective January 1, 2025. Ms. Xue and Ms. Fidanci have joined Philips’ Executive Committee and report directly to Roy Jakobs, CEO of Philips.

Ms. Xue joins Philips from GE Healthcare to lead the Precision Diagnosis business that was temporarily led by Bert van Meurs, who will continue to lead Philips’ Image Guided Therapy business. Ms. Xue and Mr. Van Meurs will be jointly responsible for the Diagnosis & Treatment segment.
 
Ms. Fidanci joins from Versuni and succeeds Edwin Paalvast, Chief of International Region, who has decided to retire as planned after five years at Philips, concluding an impressive career spanning more than 35 years.

Roy Jakobs, CEO Philips, said: “In Jie we have a strong proven global leader, with deep medtech expertise, and a focus on creating value through developing people and consistently delivering results. Özlem brings an extensive track record in delivering high growth in mature and emerging markets, working closely with customers and governments. She has strong experience in consumer and medtech domains and is known for building high-performing teams. Jie and Özlem strengthen our experienced and diverse leadership team and will support us in realizing our vision of better care for more people.” 

“I want to thank Edwin for his leadership and many achievements during his five years at Philips and wish him all the very best for his retirement. I also want to express my gratitude to Bert for leading Precision Diagnosis alongside his role as Chief Business Leader Image Guided Therapy and look forward to his continued leadership and support as Executive Committee member of Philips.”

Ms. Xue (American, Chinese) worked for GE Healthcare for more than 25 years, most recently in the role of President and Chief Executive Officer, Global Magnetic Resonance (MR) Imaging. Based on her deep domain knowledge, she developed and executed imaging strategies, delivering consistent profitable growth. With her extensive global experience, particularly in the US, she has served in leadership roles including in Global X-ray, MR, Services and Business Development.

Ms. Fidanci (Turkish) had an extensive career at Philips, with deep expertise serving health systems’ needs, including working directly with both private and public healthcare customers, as well as extensive consumer domain experience. During her 22 years at the company, she took on various roles including Health Systems Leader and Market Leader Middle East & Türkiye, before leaving in September 2021.

Additional information on Philips’ Executive Committee can be found here.
 

For further information, please contact:



Ben Zwirs
Philips External Relations
Tel.: +31 6 1521 3446
E-mail: [email protected]

About Royal Philips

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people’s health and well-being through meaningful innovation. Philips’ patient- and people-centric innovation leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and consumer insights to deliver personal health solutions for consumers and professional health solutions for healthcare providers and their patients in the hospital and the home. Headquartered in the Netherlands, the company is a leader in diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, image-guided therapy, monitoring and enterprise informatics, as well as in personal health. Philips generated 2023 sales of EUR 18.2 billion and employs approximately 69,300 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News about Philips can be found at www.philips.com/newscenter.

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Sportradar Reports Notable Decline in Match-Fixing in 2024

Significant drop in suspicious matches detected in Europe and Africa; corruption in soccer decreased globally

ST. GALLEN, Switzerland, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — After consecutive years of detecting rising numbers of suspicious matches, match-fixing at all levels of global sport registered a notable decline in 2024, according to the annual integrity report (Integrity in Action 2024 Global Analysis & Trends) published by Sportradar Integrity Services, a unit of Sportradar (NASDAQ:SRAD). 

Throughout 2024, Sportradar Integrity Services monitored more than 850,000 matches across 70 sports worldwide and 1,108 suspicious matches were identified, a 17% decrease from 2023. The highest number of suspicious matches were found across Europe, the region historically facing the most significant integrity issues. However, the year still ended with a 34% reduction in suspicious matches overall in this territory with 439 matches identified compared to 668 in 2023. Africa also finished with a considerable decline with 69 suspicious matches detected, a 36% decrease from 108 matches the year before.

Notably, the world’s most popular sport, soccer, saw a considerable downturn, with 721 suspicious matches detected in 2024, a reduction of 18% from 881 matches in 2023. Moreover, Brazilian soccer, which has been affected by match-fixing cases in recent years, recorded a marked decrease of 48% with 57 suspicious matches discovered last year, down from 110 in 2023. Nevertheless, despite the overall reduction in the number of suspicious matches detected, match-fixing remains a persistent issue worldwide. 

Sportradar uses advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) through its Universal Fraud Detection System (UFDS) to monitor competitions and identify irregular betting patterns. While AI flags unusual activity, such as substantial wagers on unlikely outcomes, Sportradar’s team of integrity experts is crucial in confirming match-fixing activities for further investigation. 

Andreas Krannich, Executive Vice President, Integrity, Rights Protection & Regulatory Services, Sportradar, said: “While the notable reduction in suspicious matches in 2024 gives us reason to be optimistic, it also signals the need for continued vigilance and innovation, given that the number remains significant.” 

“Our investment in innovation combined with data insights into the betting industry and continued education on integrity are at the forefront of keeping pace with the ever-evolving global sports integrity landscape. We remain committed to refining our methods and capabilities and collaborating across the sports and betting industries to support foundational fair play and safeguard the integrity of sports worldwide,” explained Krannich. 

During 2024, Sportradar provided integrity support for major global events such as the IOC 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, UEFA EURO 2024, CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 and AFC Asian Cup 2023, showcasing its advanced bet monitoring and intelligence capabilities. In July, the company partnered with the ATP and Tennis Data Innovations to launch an AI-driven safe sport solution to protect athletes from online abuse, highlighting its commitment to using innovation to address wider integrity issues in sport.

ABOUT SPORTRADAR

Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ: SRAD), founded in 2001, is a leading global sports technology company creating immersive experiences for sports fans and bettors. Positioned at the intersection of the sports, media and betting industries, the company provides sports federations, news media, consumer platforms and sports betting operators with a best-in-class range of solutions to help grow their business. As the trusted partner of organizations like the ATP, NBA, NHL, MLB, NASCAR, UEFA, FIFA, CONMEBOL and Bundesliga, Sportradar covers close to a million events annually across all major sports. With deep industry relationships and expertise, Sportradar is not just redefining the sports fan experience, it also safeguards sports through its Integrity Services division and advocacy for an integrity-driven environment for all involved.

For more information about Sportradar, please visit www.sportradar.com

Sportradar Press Contact

Sandra Lee
[email protected]

Sportradar Investor Relations Contact

Jim Bombassei
[email protected]



VEON appoints Burak Ozer as Group Chief Financial Officer

Dubai, 9 January 2025: VEON Ltd. (Nasdaq: VEON), a global digital operator (“VEON” or the “Group”), today announces the appointment of Burak Ozer as Group Chief Financial Officer (Group CFO), effective 9 January 2025. Burak will succeed Joop Brakenhoff, who will continue to serve VEON as an Advisor to the Group CEO.

Burak brings over 27 years of extensive international experience within the finance sector. Burak started his career with Xerox where he held a number of key financial positions in the USA and the UK in addition to serving as the General Manager of Xerox Turkey. More recently Burak has held the position of Chief Financial Officer within the global Digital Transformation, IT Solutions & Cybersecurity space.

Commenting on the appointment, VEON Group CEO Kaan Terzioglu said: “I warmly welcome Burak to the VEON Leadership Team. His vast international experience and proven track record will be invaluable to VEON as we re-align our positioning to the exciting frontier markets that we serve. I would also like to thank Joop and express my gratitude for his many years of service to VEON. We look forward to working with him in his advisory capacity, where he will continue to serve VEON with his valuable expertise.”

Burak Ozer said: “I am excited to join VEON as the Group Chief Financial Officer at a pivotal moment of growth and innovation for the company. I look forward to being a part of the team that will continue to drive VEON’s growth, ensuring a robust financial position with strong financial governance as VEON evolves to serve some of the world’s most exciting markets with connectivity, financial services, entertainment, education, healthcare and more.”

About VEON

VEON is a digital operator that provides converged connectivity and digital services to nearly 160 million customers. Operating across six countries that are home to more than 7% of the world’s population, VEON is transforming lives through technology-driven services that empower individuals and drive economic growth. VEON is listed on NASDAQ. For more information
visit: www.veon.com

Disclaimer

This release contains “forward-looking statements”, as the phrase is defined in Section 27A of the
U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and include statements relating to, among other things, VEON’s corporate strategy, growth expectations and management structure. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which VEON cannot predict with accuracy and some of which VEON might not even anticipate. forward-looking statements contained in this release speak only as of the date of this release. VEON does not undertake to publicly update, except as required by U.S. federal securities laws, any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after such dates or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. 

Contact Information

Hande Asik
Group Director of Communications
[email protected]  


 



Quantum Computing Era is Here and Growing: The Dawn of Practical Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity Applications

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AmpliTech Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMPG, AMPGW), a designer, developer, and manufacturer of state-of-the-art signal processing components for satellite, Public and Private 5G, and other communications networks, including the design of complete 5G/6G systems and a global distributor of packages and lids for integrated circuits assembly, today issued a technical and business opinion written by the company’s CEO/CTO Mr. Fawad Maqbool, which is reflected below:

The era of quantum computing is closer than ever, with groundbreaking advancements made by leading innovators such as Google AI, IBM, Righetti, IonQ, and D-Wave. These companies have made significant strides in integrating quantum computers into current technologies, opening up possibilities for transformative applications in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and beyond. As the quantum computing industry transitions from experimental to practical use cases, its adoption is projected to grow exponentially1 from 2025 to 2030.

Quantum computers, with their unparalleled computational power, are set to revolutionize AI by solving problems that were previously unsolvable. For instance, Boeing is exploring quantum-powered Internet of Things (IoT) modules in planes to predict failure rates with unprecedented accuracy, ensuring enhanced safety and reliability. In cybersecurity, quantum algorithms promise to fortify defenses against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, making data encryption more robust and secure than ever.

See the articles below that show how quantum computer applications are being performed TODAY:

https://newsroom.ibm.com/2024-11-13-ibm-launches-its-most-advanced-quantum-computers,-fueling-new-scientific-value-and-progress-towards-quantum-advantage

https://deloitte.wsj.com/cio/in-the-quantum-future-expect-the-unexpected-fad47214?reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink

https://investors.boeing.com/investors/news/press-release-details/2024/Boeing-Pioneering-Quantum-Communications-Technology-with-In-Space-Test-Satellite/default.aspx

https://www.thetimes.com/magazines/the-sunday-times-magazine/article/what-is-quantum-computing-explained-science-editor-hn8ks0blj?utm_source=chatgpt.com&region=global

The Role of AmpliTech in Quantum Computing

AmpliTech Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMPG) plays a pivotal role in enabling quantum computing with its proprietary Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs). These LNAs are critical for amplifying qubit signals, which are foundational to the operation of quantum computers across various architectures developed by industry leaders. The company’s technology ensures that the delicate quantum signals remain coherent and reliable, enabling effective computation in this cutting-edge domain.

Bridging Quantum Computing and 5G Connectivity

The practical adoption of quantum technology in everyday business scenarios requires robust infrastructure for high-speed data transfer. Quantum cloud computing, for example, demands ultra-fast 5G connectivity to transmit data between ground stations, satellites, and quantum clouds seamlessly. AmpliTech is uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive solutions for this ecosystem:

  • Ground Station Solutions: LNAs and Low Noise Block Converters (LNBs) for receiving and processing quantum data.
  • Satellite Technology: Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuits (MMICs) used in satellite systems to support data relay.
  • 5G Networks: True Gigspeed radio networks deployed on cellular towers and private 5G systems for ultra-fast connectivity.

Market Growth and Adoption Projections

The global quantum computing market is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30%2, reaching an estimated $64 billion by 2030. This growth is fueled by increasing business adoption in sectors such as aerospace, finance, healthcare, and logistics. AI and machine learning applications, in particular, stand to gain immensely from the computational breakthroughs quantum technology offers.

AmpliTech’s strategic positioning in this burgeoning industry, backed by its proprietary technology, recent patent allowances, and long-standing trade secrets, ensures that it remains a key enabler of quantum and 5G advancements. By providing critical components and systems for this ecosystem, AmpliTech is helping to realize the full potential of quantum computing and high-speed connectivity for real-world applications.

Conclusion

The future of quantum computing is rapidly unfolding, with applications poised to redefine industries. From AI and cybersecurity to IoT and beyond, quantum technology represents a paradigm shift in computational capability. We believe that AmpliTech Group is at the forefront of this revolution, delivering solutions that power the quantum era and enable seamless integration with 5G and satellite networks. As the technology matures, AmpliTech stands ready to support businesses in leveraging the immense potential of quantum computing.

While AmpliTech Group’s AmpliTech Inc. Division plays a significant role in the Quantum Computing sector with its proprietary cryogenic low-noise amplifiers, the company is far from being solely dependent on this emerging field for success. In fact, AmpliTech Group’s four other divisions are strategically diversified to meet its broader corporate objectives. Among these, the 5G Division stands out as a key growth driver. The company has introduced a wide array of innovative 5G products, delivering ‘True 5G Speeds’ with data rates of at least 1 Gigabit per second. These advancements have been spotlighted in several press releases and reflect our commitment to leadership in cutting-edge communication technologies.

Our business development strategies have already produced strong results, exemplified by the recently announced five-year supplier agreement with Fujitsu Spain. Looking ahead, AmpliTech Group firmly believes that its 5G Division will emerge as the flagship revenue generator, reinforcing the company’s position at the forefront of technological innovation.

About AmpliTech Group
AmpliTech Group, Inc., comprising five divisions—AmpliTech Inc., Specialty Microwave, Spectrum Semiconductors Materials, AmpliTech Group Microwave Design Center, and AmpliTech Group True G Speed Services—is a leading designer, developer, manufacturer, and distributor of cutting-edge radio frequency (RF) microwave components and 5G network solutions. Serving global markets including satellite communications, telecommunications (5G & IoT), space exploration, defense, and quantum computing, AmpliTech Group is committed to advancing technology and innovation. For more information, please visit www.amplitechgroup.com.

Safe Harbor Statement
This release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements. These statements appear in several places in this release and include all statements that are not statements of historical fact regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company, its directors or its officers with respect to, among other things, that this company’s expected receipt of patents in the near future, will lead to immediate or near future orders and to further penetrate Quantum Computing and Public and Private 5G markets. The words “may” “would” “will” “expect” “estimate” “anticipate” “believe” “intend” and similar expressions and variations thereof are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company’s ability to control, and that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements because of various factors. Other risks are identified and described in more detail in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available on our website. We undertake no obligation to update, and we do not have a policy of updating or revising these forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law.

Contacts:

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Investor Social Media

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Company Contact:

Jorge Flores
Tel: 631-521-7831
[email protected]


1 Footnote source.
2 Reference source for 30% CAGR and $64 billion in 2030.



Edison International Provides Update on Southern California Wildfires and SCE Power Outages

Edison International Provides Update on Southern California Wildfires and SCE Power Outages

ROSEMEAD, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Extreme winds and dangerous fires fueled by strong winds have created life-threatening conditions in parts of Southern California.

Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by this significant event, and we offer our immense gratitude to the firefighters and other public safety officials.

Safety remains our number one priority for customers, employees and our communities.

The most notable current events are the Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires. The Palisades Fire began Tuesday morning; the reported area of origin is not in Southern California Edison’s service area. The Eaton Fire began Tuesday afternoon in SCE’s service area. SCE has transmission facilities on the east side of Eaton Canyon. SCE’s distribution lines immediately to the west of Eaton Canyon were de-energized well before the reported start time of the fire, as part of SCE’s Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) program. SCE is currently conducting a review of the event. The Hurst Fire began late Tuesday evening. While the reported ignition site is within the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s service area, SCE has transmission facilities near the reported ignition site, and the company is currently conducting a review of the event.

This extreme weather event is a rapidly evolving situation. While the most severe winds have started to abate, this weather is expected to continue through the early part of the weekend. Given the unsafe conditions for electric power restorations, customers may experience several days of outages. SCE will restore service as soon as it is safe to do so. The company will be supported by other utilities through our industry’s mutual assistance program, a hallmark of collaboration in the utility sector. As of 4 p.m. PST on January 8, 413,639 SCE customers are without power. Of those, 183,186 are from PSPS and 230,453 are related to the windstorm (non-PSPS); 453,872 are under a PSPS watch but still have power as of 4 p.m.

About Edison International

Edison International (NYSE: EIX) is one of the nation’s largest electric utility holding companies, focused on providing clean and reliable energy and energy services through its independent companies. Headquartered in Rosemead, California, Edison International is the parent company of Southern California Edison Company, a utility delivering electricity to 15 million people across Southern, Central and Coastal California. Edison International is also the parent company of Trio (formerly Edison Energy), a portfolio of nonregulated competitive businesses providing integrated sustainability and energy advisory services to large commercial, industrial and institutional organizations in North America and Europe.

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Faraday Future Announces FX’s First Class AI-MPV Product Strategy and Planned Product—FX Super One, Giving FX Business Strategy Updates From Las Vegas

Faraday Future Announces FX’s First Class AI-MPV Product Strategy and Planned Product—FX Super One, Giving FX Business Strategy Updates From Las Vegas

  • FX camouflaged prototype mules shown for the first time to the public in Las Vegas, NV, as the Company outlined its product development and U.S. regulatory testing phase for the FX product lineup.

  • The first planned FX models include the first U.S. AI-MPV product—the Super One, the FX 5 (expected price range of $20,000-$30,000), and FX 6 (expected price range of $30,000-$50,000), which could offer two types of powertrains: range-extended AIEV and battery-electric AIEV, with a targeted initial roll-off the line for at least one model by the end of 2025.

  • The Company also showed a teaser shot of the FX 6 prototype mule, with an update planned for March 2025.

  • In Q2 of this year, the Company expects to host the initial product launch for FX Super One.

  • The new FX logo, which was also revealed in Las Vegas, exemplifies FF’s empowerment of FX while distinguishing it from FF with its focus on the mass market.

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (Nasdaq: FFIE) (“FF”, “Faraday Future”, or the “Company”), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today announced updated developments via a video presentation for its Faraday X (FX), brand including new product details that have developed since the FX brand launch on September 19, 2024. An all-new logo, which will represent the FX brand moving forward, was also revealed. FX, heralding a new chapter in the Company’s growth strategy, will target the mass market segment with three planned models: an AI-MPV product—named the Super One, and the previously announced FX 5, with a price target between $20,000-$30,000, and the FX 6, with a price target between $30,000-$50,000. FX models could potentially offer two types of powertrains: range-extended AIEV and battery-electric AIEV, with a targeted initial roll off the line for at least one model by the end of 2025, subject to securing necessary funding and agreements.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250108887083/en/

FX Super One prototype mules (Photo: Business Wire)

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The FX brand update video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1siLodPBA7g

FX Strategy to Seize “Four Blue Ocean Markets” Opportunities in the U.S. AIEV Market

The FX brand ushers a new chapter for the Company by aiming to fill the huge gaps in the U.S. AIEV market. With an asset-light operational model, FX could achieve its goals in a relatively short time frame and relatively low development cost by bringing in a series of well-established products and have a robust U.S. manufacturing capability, targeting a price range that many EV manufacturers do not cover in the U.S. market, which has several millions of vehicles sold per year. The Company believes there are significant gaps in the U.S. AIEV market that AI-MPVs and the FX 5 and FX 6 can fill.

Together, the FF and FX brands could create synergies by mutual empowerment, driving greater impact in the marketplace. Since the Company launched the FX strategy on September 19 last year, the overall FX strategy has become better understood by FF’s potential partners, investors and the industry. Ultimately, the FX strategy is to promptly seize the four historic blue ocean opportunities in the U.S. with potential partners.

The four blue ocean markets identified by FX are:

  • Range extended vehicles, being brought to market largely due to lack of infrastructure.

  • Intelligent vehicles, vehicles defined as your mobile living space.

  • Great AIEV products under $40,000.

  • Luxury AI-MPVs, a new product category in the U.S. market.

For these blue ocean markets, there are great opportunities for FX. FX intends to leverage its product and technical expertise on AI, Software and Internet Applications, especially with the product excellence of 3rd aiSpace and FF aiDriving of the FF 91. FX will seek to collaborate with OEM and supplier partners on mechanical expertise and global supply chain with high quality and lower cost. FF’s existing knowledge and practice on the U.S. supply chain base, regulatory and certification, production at its Hanford ieFactory, and innovative sales and aftersales capabilities will be key elements for execution success.

FX Super One: The first-ever First Class AI-MPV in the U.S., targeted to be a top mobility choice for visionaries and their families and fill a market gap

FX has made incredible strides in recent months. Beyond the two initial prototype development mules arriving, the Company has also secured $60 million through two rounds of financing commitments since September 2024, helping support the execution of the FX strategy. Now, the Company officially introduces FX’s first planned AI-MPV product—the FX Super One.

With a slogan of “AI First Class for the Visionary and Family”, the FX Super One stands for First Class, Super AI, and Super Ability for Visionaries and Family. This vehicle not only defines a new market category—the First Class AI-MPV—but also fills a structural gap in the U.S. market, transforming mobility demands and experiences. This would be the first-ever First Class AI-MPV in the U.S.

This groundbreaking vehicle will meet the dynamic and diverse needs of visionaries and their families, combining versatility with unparalleled experience. It is set to break and bridge the boundaries of mobility experience, bringing users an unprecedented first-class AI mobility journey.

FX Super One is designed to cater to both leaders and visionary groups, represented by celebrities, stars, and high-profile business professionals across various industries, also as a top mobility choice for their families. It merges personal use and family needs. The FX Super One stands out for its unique ability to seamlessly integrate these diverse mobility and lifestyle needs, redefining mobility by delivering unparalleled First Class AI-MPV experience with versatile applications.

The FX Super One would bring exceptional product power and an extreme price-performance ratio, targeting the untapped First Class AI-MPV market in the U.S. This unique combination positions the FX Super One to have a commanding presence both within its own market segment and across categories. By providing users with a private and exclusive First Class AI-MPV that delivers “Twice the Performance at Half the Price,” the FX Super One redefines personalized luxury and could become a breakout success in the U.S. auto market.

For the U.S. AIEV industry, FX Super One creates an entirely new category with unparalleled user value, filling structural market gaps. By boosting the entire industrial and value chain, it aims to act as a catalyst for the U.S. AIEV sector.

Targeting to share more progress of FX 6 in March and roll off the first vehicle in 2025

The FX Series 5 and Series 6 products are also planned. The FX 5, a large-space sporty AIEV with an expected price range between $20,000 and $30,000, targeting the mainstream market. And the FX 6, an extra-large luxury AIEV with an expected price range between $30,000 and $50,000, targeting families. The Company also showed a teaser shot of the FX 6 prototype, with more progress to be shared in March. The FX 5 and FX 6 models could offer two types of powertrains: range-extended AIEV and battery-electric AIEV.

Subject to securing necessary funding and necessary agreements with potential partners, FX is targeting the end of 2025 for the first vehicle to roll off the line. Together with potential partners, the Company will work tirelessly to achieve this goal.

FX intends to introduce an innovative approach with light assets, light marketing, light sales and co-creation. This includes building a fully online direct sales ecosystem that includes user acquisition and user management.

The Company welcomed the first two FX prototype mules to its Los Angeles headquarters, which were then sent to Las Vegas to support the Company’s FX update that ran in parallel with the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The next steps for FX includes a pilot build at the Hanford facility to allow more test and development work to occur, upgrading the Hanford plant to accommodate FX series production, and conducting early certification and regulatory-related tests, as well as preparation for road tests for durability, and ride and handling purposes. Sourcing and supplier confirmation are planned as well.

FX Super One is gearing up for comprehensive testing and modified part development. Invitations will soon be extended to Visionary and Family Co-Creation Officers to join the journey. In this second quarter of 2025, the Company expects to host the product launch and share more details.

“2025 will be a year for working hard, working smart with laser focus and ultimately prosperity for FX and FF. FF has made it so far, with the never give up and fighting spirit, as well as the great progress of FX so far, we believe 2025 will be the starting point for FF’s 2nd curve,” said Xiao (Max) Ma, Global CEO of Faraday X. “We also expect to make tangible progress on FX product development, testing and validation, supply chain enhancement and manufacturing preparedness towards securing the first FX vehicle pre-production model off the line by the end of this year.”

FX Logo:A Design that Blends Inheritance and Innovation

Last October, FF kicked off a nearly month-long global design contest for the FX logo, receiving 532 submissions from 129 “Futurist fans.” Today we announced a new symbol, resembling the mathematical infinity sign, and presented in a horizontal “8” shape, as the brand logo for FX.

This design takes the two lines from the FF apex positioning, shifts them downward, and recombines them to form a horizontal figure eight—reminiscent of a Möbius strip and the infinity symbol in mathematics. Combined with the formula Y=f(x), it conveys how FF and FX empower each other, driving the result Y toward infinity. The new logo represents FF’s empowerment of FX while distinguishing it from FF—indicating FX’s focus on the broader mass market. The two blocks forming the logo also represent how FX collaborates with a range of partners to achieve shared success.

The first-place winner in the design contest will receive an FX co-creation contract valued at $30,000. Fifteen additional winners will receive an FX brand merchandise package. Furthermore, all U.S. participants who successfully submitted a qualified design will receive a $100 voucher that can be used toward reserving an FX vehicle.

ABOUT FARADAY FUTURE

Faraday Future is the pioneer of the Ultimate AI TechLuxury ultra spire market in the intelligent EV era, and the disruptor of the traditional ultra-luxury car civilization epitomized by Ferrari and Maybach. FF is not just an EV Company, but also a software-driven intelligent internet Company. Ultimately FF aims to become a User Company by offering a shared intelligent mobility ecosystem. FF remains dedicated to advancing electric vehicle technology to meet the evolving needs and preferences of users worldwide, driven by a pursuit of intelligent and AI-driven mobility.

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. When used in this press release, the words “estimates,” “projected,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “forecasts,” “plans,” “intends,” “believes,” “seeks,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “future,” “propose” and variations of these words or similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements, which include statements regarding a second brand (FX) and the Global Automotive Industry Bridge Strategy, are not guarantees of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside the Company’s control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Important factors, among others, that may affect actual results or outcomes include, among others: the Company’s ability to secure the necessary funding to execute on the FX strategy, which will be substantial; the Company’s Global Automotive Industry Bridge Strategy, which is subject to numerous risks and uncertainties; the Company’s ability to secure necessary agreements to produce FX vehicles in the U.S., the Middle East, or elsewhere, none of which have been secured; the Company’s ability to homologate any FX vehicle for sale in the U.S., the Middle East, or elsewhere; the Company’s ability to secure necessary permits at its Hanford, CA production facility; the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern and improve its liquidity and financial position; the Company’s ability to pay its outstanding obligations; the Company’s ability to remediate its material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting and the risks related to the restatement of previously issued consolidated financial statements; the Company’s limited operating history and the significant barriers to growth it faces; the Company’s history of losses and expectation of continued losses; the success of the Company’s payroll expense reduction plan; the Company’s ability to execute on its plans to develop and market its vehicles and the timing of these development programs; the Company’s estimates of the size of the markets for its vehicles and cost to bring those vehicles to market; the rate and degree of market acceptance of the Company’s vehicles; the Company’s ability to cover future warranty claims; the success of other competing manufacturers; the performance and security of the Company’s vehicles; current and potential litigation involving the Company; the Company’s ability to receive funds from, satisfy the conditions precedent of and close on the various financings described elsewhere by the Company; the result of future financing efforts, the failure of any of which could result in the Company seeking protection under the Bankruptcy Code; the Company’s indebtedness; the Company’s ability to cover future warranty claims; the Company’s ability to use its “at-the-market” program; insurance coverage; general economic and market conditions impacting demand for the Company’s products; potential negative impacts of a reverse stock split; potential cost, headcount and salary reduction actions may not be sufficient or may not achieve their expected results; circumstances outside of the Company’s control, such as natural disasters, climate change, health epidemics and pandemics, terrorist attacks, and civil unrest; risks related to the Company’s operations in China; the success of the Company’s remedial measures taken in response to the Special Committee findings; the Company’s dependence on its suppliers and contract manufacturer; the Company’s ability to develop and protect its technologies; the Company’s ability to protect against cybersecurity risks; and the ability of the Company to attract and retain employees, any adverse developments in existing legal proceedings or the initiation of new legal proceedings, and volatility of the Company’s stock price. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors, and the other risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Form 10-K filed with the SEC on May 28, 2024, as amended on May 30, 2024, and June 24, 2024, as updated by the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s first quarter 2024 Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on July 30, 2024, and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the SEC.

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Franklin Resources, Inc. to Announce First Quarter Results on January 31, 2025

Franklin Resources, Inc. to Announce First Quarter Results on January 31, 2025

SAN MATEO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
On Friday, January 31, 2025 at approximately 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, Franklin Resources, Inc. (the “Company”) [NYSE:BEN] will release its first quarter operating results. A written commentary on the results will also be available via investors.franklinresources.com at approximately 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

In addition, Jenny Johnson, President and CEO; Matthew Nicholls, Executive Vice President, CFO and COO; and Adam Spector, Executive Vice President – Global Advisory Services and Head of Global Distribution, will lead a live teleconference at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to answer questions.

Access to the teleconference will be available via investors.franklinresources.com or by dialing (+1) 877-407-0989 in North America or (+1) 201-389-0921 in other locations. A replay of the teleconference can also be accessed by calling (+1) 877-660-6853 in North America or (+1) 201-612-7415 in other locations using access code 13750996 after 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on January 31, 2025 through February 7, 2025, or via investors.franklinresources.com. Analysts and investors are encouraged to review the Company’s recent filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and to contact Investor Relations at [email protected] before the live teleconference for any clarifications or questions related to the earnings release or written commentary.

About Franklin Templeton

Franklin Resources, Inc. [NYSE:BEN] is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 150 countries. Franklin Templeton’s mission is to help clients achieve better outcomes through investment management expertise, wealth management and technology solutions. Through its specialist investment managers, the Company offers specialization on a global scale, bringing extensive capabilities in equity, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset solutions. With more than 1,500 investment professionals, and offices in major financial markets around the world, the California-based company has over 75 years of investment experience and over $1.6 trillion in assets under management as of November 30, 2024. For more information, please visit franklinresources.com.

Franklin Resources, Inc.

Investor Relations: Selene Oh (650) 312-4091, [email protected]

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Verizon’s Southern California wildfire response

Verizon is offering community resources and stands ready to deploy mission-critical communications assets to keep Southern California communities connected amid the wildfires

Also waiving call/text/data charges for customers in hardest hit areas

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The powerful windstorm in Southern California has sparked multiple fires, including the Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, and Woodley fires. In response, Verizon remains committed to maintaining the safety and connectivity of communities, businesses, and first responders in these areas and throughout Southern California. To support these communities, Verizon will be offering customers in the hardest hit areas unlimited call/text/data to help them focus on what matters most – ensuring the safety of their family. More details about this relief will be available in the coming days.

In addition, Verizon has deployed free Wi-Fi and charging stations for public use in several locations throughout the community:

  • Westwood Recreation Center | 1350 S. Sepulveda, Los Angeles 90025
  • El Camino Real Charter High School | 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
  • Oxnard College | 4000 S Rose Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93033

“Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating wildfires in Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, and surrounding areas,” said Steven Keller, Verizon’s Pacific Market President. “We understand how critical it is to stay connected during emergencies like these, and we are fully committed to supporting these communities, first responders, and our customers in every way possible. We stand with you in this challenging time and will continue working tirelessly to ensure reliable communication remains a lifeline for those in need.”

Wildfire conditions and Public Safety Power Shutoffs in the Los Angeles area have caused service interruptions for some customers. Our engineers are working quickly and safely, coordinating with local public agencies to coordinate support and mitigate impacts for those customers affected across the area.

Verizon’s network infrastructure includes extensive redundancy measures and backup power solutions across critical sites to ensure minimal service impacts. Its fleet of over 550 mobile assets, including drone and aerial technologies, is ready to rapidly deploy and deliver essential connectivity. This capability is complemented by Verizon’s use of nearly 300 satellite-based assets, ensuring reliable communication even when traditional infrastructures are compromised.

The Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team continues its support of first responders on the front lines of fire response and containment operations across the nation, including the ongoing efforts in Southern California. In 2024, this highly-specialized team delivered nearly 2,000 Verizon Frontline solutions to fire camps in 14 states to help provide public safety agencies with mission-critical voice and data service as they battled wildfires. Overall in 2024, the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team responded to more than 1,500 such requests from nearly 850 different federal, state and local agencies in 46 states.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) powers and empowers how its millions of customers live, work and play, delivering on their demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity and security. Headquartered in New York City, serving countries worldwide and nearly all of the Fortune 500, Verizon generated revenues of $134.0 billion in 2023. Verizon’s world-class team never stops innovating to meet customers where they are today and equip them for the needs of tomorrow. For more, visit verizon.com or find a retail location at verizon.com/stores.

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