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Volatus Aerospace Expands Electric Utilities Business in US with Acquisition of Sky Scape Industries, LLC.

Volatus Aerospace Corp.

Volatus Aerospace Corp. (TSXV: VOL) (OTCQB: VLTTF) (“Volatus” or “the Company”) announced today that it has signed an arm’s length definitive agreement to acquire Sky Scape Industries, LLC., a New Jersey based company providing airborne intelligence data services. Founded in 2014, Sky Scape Industries uses remote sensing techniques to provide comprehensive inspection services including facility, structural, line, and right of way for power utilities, emergency response for oil and gas, and façade inspection services for property management. The company utilizes crewed and uncrewed aircraft and has operated nationwide in over 24 states. “Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace Corp. commented, “the addition of Sky Scape brings significant opportunity for margin improvement through synergies with our existing business units. It further expands our service offering and continues growth in core sectors including power utilities, oil and gas, and façade inspection.” “Joining Volatus provides Sky Scape with the resources needed to fully leverage and expand its customer relationships,” said David Yoel, CEO of Sky Scape. “The extensive Volatus pilot network, existing fleet of crewed aircraft, helicopters, and drones enhances Sky Scape’s offering, and their expansive sales team will help drive our growth.” Under the terms of the agreement, the total purchase price, subject to an earn-out provision, is approximately C$845,000 (US$620,000), paid as follows: An initial payment of approximately C$422,500 (US$310,000) in the form of newly issued common shares of Volatus Aerospace Corp. The number of VOL shares to be issued will be based on the share price at closing or the prior 30-day VWAP, whichever is higher. Volatus shall have the option to make the first payment in cash in lieu of shares. The earn-out payment of C$422,500 (US$310,000), will be payable twelve (12) months after closing, in the form of additional Volatus shares issued on the share price of C$0.65 or the prior 30-day VWAP, whichever is higher. This payment is conditional on Sky Scape retaining approximately C$1M of inspections already contracted for 2024. This announcement is in line with the Company’s objectives to continue expansion in the US Market as well as growing its presence in large scale aerial intelligence services for oil and gas, power utilities, rail, construction, engineering, and inspection industries. The acquisition of Sky Scape Industries is anticipated to close on March 31 st or such other agreed date conditional on satisfactory completion of due diligence, approval of the respective Board of Directors, key clients, and regulatory approval of the TSX Venture Exchange. About Volatus Aerospace: Volatus Aerospace Corp. is a leading provider of integrated drone solutions throughout North America and growing into Latin America and globally. Volatus serves civil, public safety, and defense markets with imaging and inspection, security and surveillance, equipment sales and support, training, as well as R&D, design, and manufacturing. Through our subsidiary, Volatus Aviation, we are introducing green and innovative drone solutions to supplement and replace traditional aircraft and helicopters for long-linear inspections such as pipeline, energy, rail, and cargo services. Volatus is committed to carbon neutrality; the fostering of a safe, equitable and inclusive workplace; and responsible governance. Non-IFRS Measures This news release includes certain terms or performance measures that are not defined under International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), such as “annual recurring revenue” (“ARR”) and gross margin. ARR used in this news release refers to annual revenue generated from multi-year contracts and the Company derives gross margin by subtracting costs of goods sold from total revenue and dividing such number by total revenue. ARR and gross margin are not recognized, defined or standardized under IFRS and accordingly, the Company’s definition of ARR may differ from definitions used by other companies and therefore comparability may be limited. ARR should not be considered a substitute for or considered in isolation from measures prepared in accordance with IFRS. Forward-Looking Information This news release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements regarding the plans, intentions, beliefs, and current expectations of the Company with respect to future business activities and operating performance. Often, but not always, forward-looking information and forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates”, or “believes” or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases, or statements formed in the future tense or indicating that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” (or other variations of the foregoing) be taken, occur, be achieved, or come to pass. Forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to: (i) the business plans and expectations of the Company; (ii) the closing of the proposed Transaction and timing thereof; (iii) expectations related to the Transaction and anticipated benefits thereof, (iv) opportunities for significant gross margin improvement and other anticipated benefits of the transaction to the Company; and (iv) expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. Forward-looking information is based on currently available competitive, financial, and economic data and operating plans, strategies, or beliefs of management of the Company as of the date of this news release, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. Such factors are based on information currently available to the Company, including information obtained from third-party industry analysts and other third-party sources, and are based on management’s current expectations or beliefs. Any and all forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking information is not based on historical facts but instead reflects expectations, estimates or projections concerning future results or events based on the opinions, assumptions and estimates of management considered reasonable at the date the statements are made. Forward-looking information and forward-looking statements reflect the Company’s current beliefs and is based on information currently available to it and on assumptions it believes to be not unreasonable in light of all of the circumstances. In some instances, material factors or assumptions are discussed in this news release in connection with statements containing forward-looking information. Such material factors and assumptions include, but are not limited to: the completion of the Transaction and timing of completion; satisfaction of all closing conditions to the Transaction; the anticipated benefits of the Transaction to the Company; TSX Venture Exchange approval of the Transaction; and anticipated and unanticipated costs and other factors referenced in this news release, and including, but not limited to, those factors set forth in the Company’s Annual Information Form under the section “Risk Factors”. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results to differ from those anticipated, estimated or intended. The forward-looking information contained herein is made as of the date of this news release and, other than as required by law, the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. Source: Volatus Aerospace Corp. TSXV: VOL Contact Details Volatus Aerospace Corp Rob Walker +1 514-447-7986 rob.walker@volatusaerospace.com Company Website https://volatusaerospace.com

March 02, 2023 07:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

EPAZ Set To Soar In High Flying Drone Market

RazorPitch EPAZ

The drone industry has witnessed a significant growth trajectory in recent years, and the trend is expected to continue in the coming years. The adoption of drone technology has been on the rise in various industries such as agriculture, real estate, delivery services, and surveillance. In recent years, the use of military drones has grown significantly, and these unmanned aircraft systems are now an essential part of many military operations worldwide. As a result, the market for manufacturing military drones has experienced rapid expansion, and investors are becoming increasingly interested in chances to invest in businesses that make these cutting-edge technologies. The drone industry is predicted to expand quickly, with a CAGR of 38.6% from 2023 to 2030, creating the possibility of a very profitable investment opportunity. There are many different companies to choose from when investing in drone stocks; in this article, we'll focus on a few of the major players in this quickly developing market. Epazz, Inc. (OTC: EPAZ) is a mission-critical provider of drone technology, blockchain mobile apps, and cloud-based business software solutions. On March 1, Epazz announced that the US Air Force had invited ZenaDrone, a spinoff of Epazz, to showcase the ZenaDrone 1000 at an air base in California on March 16 and 17. This will be ZenaDrone’s first visit to a military base to interact with personnel and gain insight into their drone technology’s potential use in the Air Force. The invitation follows another recent EPAZ announcement that Zenadrone had submitted Phase I SBIR proposals to the US Government. ZenaDrone will hear back from the government in 90 days. The SBIR program is designed to get products into the government market. Additionally, if ZenaDrone is a part of the program, there will be opportunities to sell our drones to US allies. The SBIR program has multiple phases: Phase I contracts have a value of up to $75,000, per proposal Phase II contracts have a value of up to 1.2 million, per proposal There are additional phases after II, that open up major government contracts worth up to $15 million over the next three years. EPAZ has an opportunity to make significant revenue from the SBIR contracts over the course of the next few years. Epazz CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D., said, “We are taking multiple pathways to become a government contractor of drones. It is a major opportunity for us, as Chinese drones are banned in the US government. It has opened up major demands for our drones.” The US government has a major need for non-Chinese drones. The government is pushing initiatives to obtain made-in-America drones through its BlueUAS program. ZenaDrone is currently in the process of applying for BlueUAS. According to the company, the current list of American-made drones is very short. ZenaDrone Inc. is a provider of a multifunctional unmanned aerial vehicle equipped with machine learning systems, multispectral sensors, and AI technology. A 3D interactive environment is made by ZenaDrone using the data its cameras collect. The ZenaDrone team will employ predictive AI analytics, a type of analysis that makes predictions of future events based on collected data by using techniques and resources to build predictive models. Data mining, statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and complex mathematics are some of the methods used in predictive analytics. EPAZ finished Wednesday up 18.18%. With more news on the way, put EPAZ on your watchlist. Additional stocks in the drone segment that are worth noting are: Draganfly, Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) is an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer. On the 28 of February,it announced that its Field Operations Team successfully completed site assessments in Ukraine as part of the first phase of integration of its landmine detection technology. Draganfly personnel have completed operations and site assessments to integrate personnel and technology into upcoming landmine detection operations. These missions were critical in determining the array of complex sensors and equipment that would be required to aid in the advancement of mine clearance strategies and the allocation of field resources. Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) is a leading provider of sophisticated digital imaging products and software, instrumentation, aerospace and defense electronics, and engineered systems. Teledyne FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, is a world leader in intelligent sensing, unmanned systems, and integrated solutions for defense and industrial markets. On Feb. 8th, Teledyne FLIR Defense announced that it has been awarded a $13.3 million contract by the U.S. Department of Defense to further expand the capabilities of its R80D SkyRaider unmanned aerial system to autonomously perform chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear reconnaissance missions. AeroVironment (NASDAQ: AVAV) offers technological solutions that combine robotics, sensors, software analytics, and connectivity to produce more useful intelligence. Announced on March 1, AVAV was selected by the United States Army on Feb. 28, 2023, to move forward in the Future Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System program (FTUAS). AeroVironment is the only company to secure an award for all FTUAS program increments, including FTUAS Increments 0,1 and now 2 Increment 2 is the final phase of the U.S. Armys FTUAS program competition to select a replacement for the RQ-7B Shadow UAS. Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) delivers industry-specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally. In early February, a drone piloted by the Honeywell IntuVue RDR-84K radar system demonstrated the UAV dodging collisions autonomously in test. The tests showed that the radar can not only detect airborne traffic but can also decide autonomously on a course of action. The radar can take over navigation and pilot an aircraft to safety using its onboard processor. The primary business of Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT), a multinational security and aerospace company, is the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and maintenance of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin has been providing advanced autonomous systems to the US military and its allies for decades. Through strategic investments and nontraditional partnerships, LMT is combining commercial best practices with their technological expertise to bring autonomy capabilities to the defense industry rapidly and affordably. An announcement made on March 1 stated that Fortem Technologies, a pioneer in the fields of airspace awareness, security, and defense, had received $17.8 million in funding. Newly important industry investors, including Lockheed Martin Ventures as well as Hanwha Aerospace and AIM13/Crumpton Venture Partners, were the main drivers of the funding. Existing investors, DCVC and Signia Venture Partners, have also contributed additional funds. The company's expansion and opportunity in the counter-UAS and advanced air mobility markets are strongly supported by the investments made by these sector-leading businesses. Razorpitch Inc. is a marketing communications and investor relations firm serving private, pre-IPO, and public companies. RazorPitch specializes in corporate, investor, and stakeholder communications, with a primary focus on sponsored media. Our goal is to raise visibility, expand awareness, and increase value. To learn more, visit RazorPitch.com. Disclaimers: This article contains sponsored content. The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides investors a safe harbor in regard to forward-looking statements. Any statements that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, assumptions, objectives, goals, assumptions of future events or performance are not statements of historical fact may be forward looking statements. Forward looking statements are based on expectations, estimates, and projections at the time the statements are made that involve a number of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those presently anticipated. 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RazorPitch authors, contributors, or its agents, may be compensated for preparing research, video graphics, and editorial content. RazorPitch has been compensated by EPAZ to produce and syndicate this content. As part of that content, readers, subscribers, and webs are expected to read the full disclaimers and financial disclosure statement that can be found on our website. Contact Details Mark McKelvie +1 585-301-7700 markrmckelvie@gmail.com Company Website http://razorpitch.com

March 02, 2023 05:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

News Release

ShiftCarbon details US$5M engagement with solutions by stc; initial roll-out of Focused Footprint

ShiftCarbon

ShiftCarbon CEO Wayne Lloyd joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion with details of the company's first revenue-generating engagement with Saudi Arabian tech giant solutions by stc. The first phase of revenue from the project is estimated to be US$5 million, and Lloyd said there is potential for additional revenue in the form of a long-term supply of goods as the smart city becomes operational. ShiftCarbon, an Internet of Things (IoT) platforms provider and innovator in end-to-end decarbonization solutions, has also announced it is rolling out its Focused Footprint tool for carbon emissions calculations in the marine industry. Lloyd told Proactive there is scope for Focused Footprint to be extended to other industries as they tackle their carbon emissions. Contact Details Proactive Canada +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

March 01, 2023 01:57 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County and Comcast Partner to Open New Digital Computer Lab for Kids in Lynnwood

Comcast Washington

Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County (BGCSC) and Comcast opened a new Enhanced Lift Zone at the Alderwood Boys & Girls Club in Lynnwood last night. Comcast provided an $85,000 investment and state-of-the-art technology makeover for the space to take full advantage of the free internet connectivity already offered by the company through its Lift Zone program. The technology equipment installed in the Enhanced Lift Zone includes a 3D printer, 20 computers, webcams, TV displays to support group video lessons and more. Comcast also announced an additional $25,000 donation to Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County for additional programing at the Grand Opening Ceremony. The contribution is part of a long partnership between the two organizations and will provide immersive tech and STEM-related activities for kids in Snohomish County. Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell and Snohomish County Council Legislative Aide Josh Thompson joined the Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County, Comcast, and more than 50 local families at the unveiling ceremony yesterday at the Alderwood Boys & Girls Club. According to a K12 Report Card from the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction ( OSPI ), fewer students in Washington state schools have met English, Math, and Science standards since the pandemic. Further complicating this trend is that 20 percent of fourth-grade and 10 percent of eighth-grade students in Washington do not have access to the internet and a computer at home, according to a study from the National Center for Education Statistics. "Lack of internet access in the home limits access to education, and our new Enhanced Lift Zone from Comcast can play a critical role in supporting kids to help them with their schoolwork and activities in reading, writing, math, and science," said Marci Volmer, COO – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County. "This space is part of a much larger effort with Comcast to connect students in the home through discounted service programs like Internet Essentials and outside the home with additional Lift Zones at our 12 clubs in Snohomish and Island Counties." Lift Zones and Enhanced Lift Zones are a part of Comcast's ongoing commitment to help connect students and families in need to the internet so they can fully participate in educational opportunities and the digital economy. Since 2020, Comcast has collaborated with cities, community organizations, and local nonprofit partners to install Lift Zones with free WiFi service in nearly 100 community centers across Washington state. "Connectivity in the home continues to be our top priority with Internet Essentials, and the number one solution for income-constrained households," said Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County Board Member and Comcast Pacific Northwest Region VP of Finance and Business Operations Kevin Harrison. "But it is not the only answer. Comcast also plays an important role in connecting people to the internet outside the home, and our Lift Zones and Enhanced Lift Zones seek to address that need." This effort is part of Project UP, Comcast's $1 billion commitment to reach tens of millions of people over the next 10 years with the tools, resources, and skills needed to succeed in a digital world. Project UP is Comcast's company-wide initiative to advance digital equity, which includes Internet Essentials, the nation's largest and most comprehensive broadband adoption program. Since 2011, Internet Essentials has connected more than 140,000 households in Washington, including nearly 14,000 households in Snohomish County, to high-speed internet at home, many for the first time. Internet Essentials' comprehensive design addresses three significant barriers to broadband adoption, including access to free digital literacy training in print, online, and in-person; the option to purchase a heavily subsidized, low-cost internet-ready computer; and low-cost, high-speed internet service for $9.95 a month, plus tax. For more information about Internet Essentials and Comcast’s commitment to education and digital equity, please visit https://corporate.comcast.com/education. To apply, visit www.internetessentials.com or call 1-855-846-8376 for English or 1-855-765-6995 for Spanish. For more information about Comcast’s comprehensive connectivity program for low-income Americans visit https://corporate.comcast.com/values/internet-essentials. Comcast is also proud to participate in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides eligible households a credit of up to $30/month towards internet and mobile services. For more information, visit https://www.xfinity.com/learn/internet-service/acp About Boys and Girls Clubs of Snohomish County The Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County is a non-profit organization providing young people ages 5-18 with a safe and positive place to spend their time before and after school and during the summer. Clubs are strategically located in neighborhoods and are accessible to all kids. Since 1946, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County has been helping young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. To learn more, please visit our website: https://bgcsc.org/ About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on broadband, aggregation, and streaming with over 57 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, multiple cable networks, Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information. Contact Details Jack Follman jack__follman@comcast.com Company Website https://washington.comcast.com/

March 01, 2023 09:45 AM Pacific Standard Time

Apple Shareholder Demands More Transparency on China; Seeks Removal of Tim Cook, Al Gore from Board of Directors

National Legal & Policy Center

Ahead of Apple Inc. ’s annual meeting on March 10, National Legal and Policy Center is calling upon its fellow shareholders in the company to support its proposal to provide greater transparency about its risks of doing business in China, and to join the organization to oppose the reelections of CEO Tim Cook and former U.S. Vice President Al Gore to the board of directors. NLPC is sponsoring a “Communist China Audit” resolution at the meeting, which seeks an annual report to shareholders that addresses “the nature and extent to which corporate operations depend on, and are vulnerable to, communist China….” The item is Proposal No. 6, found on page 82 of Apple’s proxy statement. NLPC’s response to the Apple board’s opposition to its proposal was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in mid-February. NLPC also reported to the SEC last month its opposition to the reelections of Cook and Gore to the company’s board of directors. An excerpt from NLPC’s filing on Cook says: Since taking over as CEO in 2011, Mr. Cook has failed numerous times to live up to what he says are Apple’s ethical standards, and he has made multiple strategic mistakes that have cost the company billions of dollars. These include labor rights failures, privacy violations, and overreliance on China. But he is shielded from accountability, in part because of his position on Apple’s board. He should be removed as a director so the proper chain of command can be restored. An excerpt of NLPC’s filing on Gore states: Mr. Gore has held a position on Apple’s board since 2003, despite having no relevant experience in technology or core business functions. His primary benefit to the board is his supposed climate change expertise. However, Mr. Gore’s public reputation is inconsistent with his track record, his carbon-intensive lifestyle, and his actual investments. Instead, he has used his public advocacy as a tool for personal enrichment. In addition, his political activism poses to Apple a reputational risk that is not worth his limited skillset. “It may be counterintuitive for shareholders to ‘upset the Apple-cart’ with our proposed changes, since the company is always among the highest valued in the world,” said Paul Chesser, director of NLPC’s Corporate Integrity Project. “But Corporate America is slow to recognize the threat from China, just like companies were caught by surprise by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and had to scramble to exit suddenly.” “We don’t want to see a repeat if the saber-rattling communist government actually attacks Taiwan,” Chesser added. “Tim Cook was blindsided by China’s ‘zero COVID’ crackdowns last year and Apple’s holiday sales suffered greatly as a result, so he needs a ‘time-out’ while the board monitors his leadership further. And at this point Al Gore is a cartoon caricature who is routinely mocked and scorned – he needs to go as well.” ### For more information or to schedule an interview with Paul Chesser, contact Dan Rene at 202-329-8357 or drene@nlpc.org. Please visit http://www.nlpc.org. Founded in 1991, NLPC promotes ethics in public life and government accountability through research, investigation, education, and legal action. Contact Details National Legal and Policy Center Dan Rene +1 202-329-8357 drene@nlpc.org Company Website http://www.nlpc.org

March 01, 2023 12:30 PM Eastern Standard Time

Fibernet Announces Partnership with Panamerica Computers, Inc. dba PCi Tec

1BusinessWorld

Fibernet has been at the forefront of fiber optic application development for more than three decades. The company, headquartered in Israel, has been a main leader in the Israel fiber optics revolution, covering telecom, hi-tech, medical, corporate, government, military, and other vertical markets. Fibernet is globally recognized for their specialized work with the CERN Collider, one of the most advanced physics research projects ever undertaken. The company took part in four of the eight experiments of the collider, CMS, ATLAS, LHCb and ALICE and received 3 awards from CERN for participation in those projects. As a result of growing geo-political cyber-threats and the demand for both secure fiber alongside KVM, AV, and multi-media cybersecurity products, Fibernet has decided to accelerate their international growth and expand into the U.S. market. For that effort, Fibernet is building a fortified network of service providers, engineering experts, and value-added federal partners to develop and support their projects. Fibernet is very excited to announce that they are commencing the US partnership expansion with PCi-Tec, in business since 1993, which has become a leading and highly trusted national information technology (IT) solution and services provider across the Federal government. “Cyber-risks of data theft and network infection are huge when companies use uncontrollable computer peripherals or products that have been manipulated or tampered with. Physical security protects you in a way that software security cannot. Fibernet cybersecurity products are approved and certified by Israeli regulators and adhere to strict regulations and standards. Government, defense, and finance organizations (among other vertical markets) in Israel use Fibernet cybersecurity products extensively, and we now bring our experience to the United States. We are happy to integrate Israeli cyber technologies for federal needs in partnership with our responsible partner,” said Avner Aslan, CEO, Fibernet. “PCi Tec is thrilled to be selected by Fibernet as their leading federal partner," according to John Bruton, PCi Tec Vice President, Federal Sales. "In today's digital environment, everything is vulnerable. There is a critical need for security by design for data centers. That is particularly true when the government and its information are involved, ranging from networks and workstations to AV and multi-media peripheral hardware devices. Fibernet brings a vital level of added cybersecurity protection to all devices. PCi Tec is eager to bring Fibernet's powerful portfolio of cybersecurity solutions to make our federal clients safer." All news and content distribution in partnership with News Direct About Fibernet LTD: Our knowledge, experience, and creativity in the fields of cybersecurity and fiber optic applications are at your service. Designing your greatness means partnering with you to find and then implement the solution that is right for you, no matter how simple or complex.Founded in 1993, Fibernet expertise spans the range from specialty fibers to telecommunications infrastructure, high mix low volume or large, even world-famous, projects in multiple business sectors. Fibernet About PCi Tec PCi Tec: Service, Quality and Value to Inspire, Innovate and ConnectPanamerica Computers, Inc., dba PCi Tec, was established in 1993. From humble beginnings, it has evolved into a leading national information technology (IT) solution and services provider across the Federal government. PCi Tec is a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) firm certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and a Small Women Owned Business certified by the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce.PCi Tec's solutions range from satisfying the most basic IT hardware and software needs to addressing some of the government’s most complex IT requirements and challenges. PCi Tec's primary technology domains include cybersecurity, data center, and data analytics as well as end-user technologies.PCi Tec offers a wide variety of GWAC, IDIQ, and BPA vehicles to its customers. These vehicles are designed to streamline the federal procurement process, making it fast and easy for customers to purchase the most advanced technologies. PCi Tec also works with leading systems integrators in support of federal programs. About 1BusinessWorld 1BusinessWorld is a global business ecosystem, network and marketplace that provides entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals with the information, tools, resources and connectivity needed to succeed throughout their company’s growth journey, toward a better business world. Our vision is based on the reality that we live, work and do business in one global interconnected business environment, and hence our motto: “One World, One Business World”. Our mission is to encourage and support global communication and collaboration among entrepreneurs, professionals, and businesses. 1BusinessWorld Contact Details Media Enquiries +1 212-220-6677 info@1businessworld.com Company Website https://1businessworld.com

March 01, 2023 12:05 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Part 5 of Legal & General’s new study on the U.S. Gig Economy analyzes the relationship between freelancing and free-thinking and the independent mindset that drives independent workers

Legal & General

- 1 in 5 respondents say they could not work in a corporate setting - 61% say working when they want is the most important consideration - 56% say doing the work they want to do is the main benefit - 40% of gig workers have life insurance, including those with partners and children - Just 2% say they want to leave the gig economy as soon as possible A fifth segment of a broad new study sponsored by Legal & General Group ( LGEN, LGNNY ), U.S. Gig Economy, Part 5: Gig Workers’ independent mindset opposes corporate team-think, was released today. The report continues narrating original research on the changing nature of work in the U.S., people’s relationship to it, and what employers should be thinking about in order to attract back talent. The study looks into shared traits manifested by this group of workers notwithstanding the tradeoffs they sometimes make in order to maintain their independence. This fifth report in the data-rich study, Gig Workers’ independent mindset opposes corporate team-think, explores some of the attitudes common to the gig working mindset, and how they often find themselves bucking the tide of traditional employment even amid the challenge of labor-related legislation such as California’s AB5 and New York State’s S2052. With more than half (53 percent) of study respondents saying that not having a boss is the main benefit of gig work—a figure that rises to 63 percent among non-office workers—there is a sense of purpose and moral choice as much as necessity among many freelancers. The study found that the vast majority of gig workers have long since made their peace with earning most of their living working independently. Verbatim responses received ahead of the survey paint a picture of fierce, sometimes humorous independence, and in some cases a libertarian point of view. Controlling what work they do and when they work, and negotiating their own pay, are highly valued aspects of being able to work this way. “Even as we see companies developing a sense of purpose beyond profit, a large percentage of American gig workers have been reflecting this trend in microcosm. When it comes to how they earn their living, they land hard on the side of purpose, individualism and free thinking. With the ranks of freelancers growing, large employers will clearly have to take a good hard look at what they are offering their salaried workers beyond a steady paycheck. The labor environment is changing, and the private sector, increasingly looking to be agile, needs to change with it.” Sir Nigel Wilson, Chief Executive, Legal & General Group Gig workflow sometimes at odds with government intervention Legal & General’s study looks at the complex and multifaceted societal and financial factors behind independent work, including the implications of recent government policy initiatives and gig workers’ attitudes toward them, as well as what is still missing for many to feel secure in life and society. “U.S. policymakers are taking notice of the growing gig economy and are clearly trying to enact changes intended to protect these workers from exploitation. It will be interesting to see the balance that needs to be achieved between offering a safety net to this worker population, while maintaining those same freedoms that motivated them to work independently in the first place. We hope our research can help inform this conversation, even as we progress toward better social and financial safety nets.” John Godfrey, Director of Levelling-Up, Legal & General Group Future segments of this research will look in depth at gig workers’ outlook and financial situation around retirement planning; what it would take to get gig workers to go back to the traditional workplace; and a closer look at the pandemic fallout for gig workers. To receive a pdf of any of these reports, please email Meir Kahtan/MKPR at mkahtan@rcn.com. Notes to editors The information contained in this press release is intended solely for journalists and should not be relied upon by private investors or any other persons to make financial decisions. About the Study Legal & General undertook proprietary research into the attitudes and changes U.S. gig workers are experiencing in relation to their work situations and financial outlook. The U.S. Gig Economy research was compiled using original survey data from 1044 U.S.-based workers aged 18 to 60 who are neither students nor retired, and who earn at least 60% of their income from gig work. The data was collected via online survey fielded to individuals sample sourced from YouGov’s US panel. The Legal & General-designed survey was scripted and hosted on Gryphon, YouGov’s proprietary survey scripting platform, and the field work took place between August 19 and 31, 2022. Key demographics such as age, gender and region were allowed to fall out naturally. 20 questions were designed to understand facts about earnings, drivers of and barriers to gig working, financial product ownership & financial capacity when coming across adverse situations, and future expectations of being involved in the gig economy. Verbatim comments were captured by Legal & General in research carried out in June 2022. About Legal & General Group Established in 1836, Legal & General ( LGEN, LGNNY ), is one of the UK's leading financial services groups and a major global investor, with over £1.4 trillion ($1.7 trillion) in total assets under management* of which a third is international. We also provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our leading retirement and protection solutions: we are a leading international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income. Through inclusive capitalism, we aim to build a better society by investing in long-term assets that benefit everyone. *as of December 31, 2021 The information contained in this press release is intended solely for journalists and should not be relied upon by private investors or any other persons to make financial decisions. Contact Details Meir Kahtan Public Relations, LLC Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.legalandgeneralgroup.com/

March 01, 2023 10:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Terran Orbital CEO named to Forbes Technology Council

Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital chairman and CEO Marc Bell joined Natalie Stoberman from the Proactive studio to share his thoughts on his recent acceptance into the Forbes Technology Council. The council is an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs, and technology executives. As a council member, Bell will have the opportunity to connect and collaborate with other respected local leaders in a private forum, as well as share his expert insights in original business articles on Forbes.com. Contact Details Proactive USA +1 347-449-0879 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

March 01, 2023 09:11 AM Eastern Standard Time

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GET Mobile ID is now accepted at TSA PreCheck®

GET Group North America

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Utah Driver License Division (DLD) and GET Group North America announced today that TSA will now accept Utah mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) via the GET Mobile app as a valid travel credential in TSA PreCheck lines at select airports around the country. Utah’s Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), PHX, BWI, DCA, DFW, MIA and ATL are among the dozen domestic airports where mDLs are now accepted by TSA. Travelers at these and other locations can share their Utah-issued mDL on either an iOS or Android device. This marks the first time that travelers can use an mDL on an Android device at TSA checkpoints, as well as an expansion of where TSA accepts mDL credentials. Utahns interested in acquiring their mDL can do so through the Utah DLD website. “You can now go wallet-free in SLC,” said Alex Kambanis, president and managing director at GET Group North America. “We are excited to work with TSA and other entities as they recognize the efficiency, enhanced security, and privacy of mobile driver licenses. We’re proud to offer an mDL as an option for Utahns at SLC and other airports nationwide.” The Utah DLD, in collaboration with other state agencies and GET Group NA, launched Utah’s mDL program in 2021. Utah mDL is now available to every cardholder in Utah, and thousands of Utahns have opted in. Utah is the first state in the U.S. to launch a production mDL that is fully compliant with ISO 18013–5 — the international standard that ensures global acceptance as legal ID and allows information such as name or age to be confirmed without the mobile phone ever changing hands. “Utah residents can save time at participating airports when they use their mDL at TSA PreCheck, because they don’t need to present any other documents,” said Chris Caras, director of the Utah Driver License Division. “This is a big step forward in the acceptance of mDLs in Utah; one that we expect will increase the number of Utahns who opt into the program out of a desire for convenience, security, and ownership of their identification.” GET Mobile ID gives users control over their ID by allowing users to select what specific information is shared when presenting their mDL. The app also ensures that only the cardholder can track when or where their mDL is used. The Utah Mobile Driver’s license is available to all Utahns with a valid ID. TSA endorsed the concept of the mobile driver’s license in April 2021 with a notice in the Federal Register and by announcing a request for information regarding mobile driver’s licenses. Accepting mobile driver’s licenses is one of the steps TSA is taking under the Executive Order on Transforming Federal Customer Experience and Service Delivery. TSA is interested in potential gains in efficiency, as well as the security and privacy enhancements provided by mobile driver’s licenses compared to physical cards. Additionally, contactless ID will have health and safety benefits, protecting both the public and TSA Officers. For more information, visit http s://mobiledl.us/states/utah-mdl/ About GET Group North America With over 30 year's experience, GET Group has worked with governments around the world and enabled them to deliver passports, driver’s licenses and other high assurance identity documents. GET is a world leader in the issuance and verification of Mobile IDs and Mobile Driver’s Licenses. The company invests in the latest technologies to deliver modernized solutions to minimize customers’ risks and solve critical challenges, while innovating to combat fraud and produce privacy centric identity solutions people trust. Contact Details GET Group North America GET Press Team +1 781-609-8042 press@getgroupna.com Company Website https://getgroupna.com

March 01, 2023 08:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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