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Qualcomm

We believe that 5G is the connectivity fabric that will weave everything and everyone together. 5G will generate significant economic growth and resilience, drive numerous industry transformations and sustainability benefits through digitization, and ultimately enrich lives across the globe. 5G’s outsized overall impact is predicated on its revolutionary technical capabilities, which include three major advances over previous generations of cellular connectivity. The first is enhanced mobile broadband. It makes our smartphones faster, more reliable, and enables applications like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). Next are mission-critical services such as automated vehicles or remote intensive care units that utilize the improved reliability and low latency of 5G for remote control of critical infrastructure, vehicles and medical equipment. And, finally, we’re using 5G innovation to enable massive Internet of Things (mIoT) that seamlessly connects virtually everything from smart home devices to smart cities. Best of all, a defining capability of 5G is that it is designed for forward compatibility – the ability to flexibly support future services that are unknown today. Despite the global economic turmoil caused by COVID-19, technological innovation is contributing to a timely economic recovery and we believe will continue to drive prosperity in a post pandemic era. 5G is vital to this evolution. According to the landmark 5G Economy study published by IHS Markit, 5G’s full economic effect will likely be realized across the globe in 2035 – supporting a wide range of industries and potentially enabling up to $13.1 trillion in global sales activity. 1 The study also revealed that the 5G value chain (including OEMs, operators, content creators, app developers and consumers) could alone support up to 22.8 million jobs. And, because there are many emerging and new applications that will still be defined in the future, only time will tell what the full “5G effect” on the economy is going to be. Furthermore, mobile technologies at large deliver sustainability benefits. 5G networks are more energy efficient per traffic unit than 4G networks, helping reduce carbon emissions from mobile networks by 50% over the next 10 years. 2 For instance, network architectures with centralized functions (e.g., via open RAN technology) allow locating the network functions at centralized sites with easier access to renewable energy sources, as well as better resource multiplexing/pooling. 5G can also help to reduce pollution. For example, a 5G drone using artificial learning and machine learning to perform targeted weed eradication can reduce pesticide and herbicide usage by 50%. 3 And a 5G enabled intelligent transportation system can lead to 15% less traffic and as a result pollution emitted by vehicles. 4 Because 5G enabled devices are developed to have a longer battery lifetime compared to previous technologies, they contribute to increases in energy efficiency and productivity, which not only delivers sustainability benefits, but cost benefits too. In agriculture, 5G sensors equipped with long battery life and the ability to connect remote locations can monitor many types of equipment and conditions such as, tank levels, soil moisture and chemical content. This can then reduce truck roll expense related to replenishment and can optimize schedules for watering and the application of fertilizer. 5 Connectivity – Smartphones powered by Snapdragon are always connected 6 while minimizing power consumption. In any given smartphone powered by Snapdragon, there are various Qualcomm Technologies wireless solutions designed to allow you to access the internet, your Internet of Things (IoT) devices at home, GPS, and other devices. That means a single Snapdragon platform can deliver Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, location, and of course, 5G connectivity – in most cases, all day long. 7 What’s more impressive is that we’ve been able to scale throughput speeds and technological advances (i.e., 3G, 4G and now 5G) with minimal negative impacts to battery life. At the heart of our latest Snapdragon connectivity solutions is the 5G Modem-RF System. We are in our 4th generation 5G Modem-RF technology – after many years of inventing, standardizing and refining 5G technology. We have a comprehensive 5G Modem-RF System in which baseband, RF transceiver, RF front-end and millimeter wave antenna modules work together to implement advanced techniques that not only are designed to deliver superior cellular speeds and coverage, but also cutting-edge power-efficiency so your battery can last an entire day. Also inside Snapdragon is the Qualcomm® FastConnect™ subsystem, supporting Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. With Wi-Fi, we’re embarking on speeds that are unprecedented and utilizing tri-band technology (Wi-Fi 6 and 6e) to free up network congestion. With the latest Bluetooth 5.2 specification, a Snapdragon device can connect to the many accessories people carry with them (smartwatch, earbuds, headphones, etc.) quickly and provide long-lasting battery life. Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) – Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU is one of the most power-efficient graphics IPs in the mobile industry. This year, our Adreno GPU achieved the biggest year-on-year leap in graphics-rendering performance with a 35% improvement in performance while focusing on sustainable and usable performance, and adding new cutting-edge features. To date, we’ve shipped over 2.5 billion Adreno GPUs and have powered a new breed of gaming smartphones. Artificial Intelligence (AI) – AI augments many smartphone capabilities, operating behind the scenes to make your experiences natural and virtually seamless. It recognizes your voice and fingerprint to unlock your device. It helps you take better pictures and select the best one. It helps you to message faster by predicting your next words. It translates text and audio to different languages in real time for smooth communication. In short, AI has become an important feature over the years for smartphones, and the need for additional AI processing that consumes less energy is growing. We invested early in AI R&D, and today, our AI technology enables more than one and a half billion devices. 8 Our system approach allows us to zero in on energy efficiency here too, by optimizing across AI hardware, software and algorithms to help reduce power consumption. Currently, we’re on our 8th generation Qualcomm® AI Engine, which offers the highest TOPS performance on mobile at ultra-low power consumption. With AI processing demands rapidly increasing, we’re relentlessly rethinking the way AI workloads can achieve higher performance without sacrificing power. Learn more in Qualcomm's 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Qualcomm on 3blmedia.com

February 08, 2022 01:05 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Cadence's Johnas Street Discusses Black History Month

Cadence Design Systems

Cadence's Johnas Street recently wrote an article on Adweek that discusses the many ways brands and media can empower Black leaders and create a more equitable world. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/33ShhGg About Cadence Design Systems Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications, including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, mobile, aerospace, industrial and healthcare. For seven years in a row, Fortune magazine has named Cadence one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more at cadence.com. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Cadence Design Systems on 3blmedia.com

February 08, 2022 01:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Technology Companies Are Making Sustainability a Priority in 2022

Keysight Technologies

Ron Nersesian, Chairman and CEO of Keysight Technologies, recently detailed his predictions of the four technology trends that are most likely to shape innovation this year. In addition to advancements in 5G adoption, quantum computing, and IoT, Nersesian predicts that sustainability will be a business priority for technology companies in 2022. From optimizing agriculture to enabling more efficient electric vehicles, expect technology companies to continue incorporating environmental goals into their strategy and product roadmaps. See the full list of predictions on Forbes View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Keysight Technologies on 3blmedia.com

February 08, 2022 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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3M and Ferrovial Advance Partnership to Build the Safer, Smarter Roads of the Future

3M

As a world leader in traffic safety solutions, 3M is committed to advancing transportation safety. That’s why 3M’s Transportation Safety Division is expanding its partnership with Ferrovial, a leading developer of transportation infrastructure, to create AIVIA Smart Roads. 3M and Ferrovial, as well as industry leaders and innovators including Microsoft, Kapsch, Capgemini and Telefonica, will use innovative solutions to design and build the smarter connected roads of the future. The ultimate goal is to improve safety, provide reliable travel times, support autonomous vehicles and deliver communication directly to motorists. “The AIVIA consortium is looking to the future,” said Dr. Dan Chen, president of 3M’s Transportation Safety Division. “This initiative brings together industry leaders who know what it takes to operate a roadway and understand the different pieces needed to make the connected roads of the future possible.” The initiative is focused on developing 5G smart roads that use advanced monitoring, through sensors and simulation technology, to improve the roadway experience. “The overarching ambition of AIVIA is to develop a holistic, long-term solution for improving road safety and road capacity while accelerating the adoption of connected and autonomous vehicles in mixed traffic scenarios,” said Adrian Talbot, Head of Centre of Excellence for Mobility at Ferrovial. A successful pilot: The North Tarrant Express One of the AIVIA consortium’s first successful projects, and an early demonstration of what the connected roads of the future will look like, is the North Tarrant Express (NTE) connecting Dallas and Fort Worth. This 11-mile stretch of roadway presented an opportunity to upgrade a major expressway with the latest in traffic infrastructure technology including the 3M™ Impact Detection System. The system is an easy-to-install monitoring solution that provides real-time data and impact notifications for critical roadway infrastructure like crash cushions, guardrails, signs and traffic barriers. So-called “detection nodes” identify when a vehicle hits these key pieces of infrastructure and sends a warning to the traffic management center. That reduces the need for field surveys and minimizes the time it takes for road crews to search for damaged infrastructure. “As we look to tackle small-scale physical enhancements that improve safety, such as better lane markings, as well as major enhancements, like adding a digital layer to roadways, the 3M Impact Detection System addresses both,” said Talbot. Building on the Success of the NTE Following the success of the NTE project, AIVIA is now looking to the future as it takes the next steps to build safer, more efficient and more connected roads. The AIVIA Consortium wants a greater understanding of what’s happening in free-flowing traffic. For example, implementing digital sensors that automatically detect accidents and monitor vehicle behavior could help the team better mitigate or even prevent accidents. “AIVIA can help federal agencies and state DOTs think differently about roadways,” said Chen. “How do we take advantage of the technologies that are being deployed on vehicles, such as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and increasing levels of autonomy? How do we use connected technology to improve the resiliency and efficiency of freight? How do drivers and road users interact with both physical and digital infrastructure? AIVIA has an opportunity to help bring that holistic approach to the equation.” To learn more about 3M’s urban safety and mobility applications, click here. To learn more about Ferrovial, click here. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from 3M on 3blmedia.com

February 07, 2022 10:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Marek's Take: The Greening of the Gs

Ericsson

Many years ago, I wrote about solar-powered cell sites being used in mobile networks. At that time, the wireless industry was in the early stages of thinking about “green” technologies and those solar-powered cell sites were primarily intended for developing the countries where there was no established electrical grid. Today green business practices are an integral part of the wireless industry. Not only is it good for the environment but it’s also good for business. Companies that are considered “green” or committed to energy-saving initiatives are popular with consumers and with investors. Many operators around the globe are starting to work toward becoming more sustainable and reducing their energy usage. According to the GSMA’s 2021 Mobile Industry Impact Report on Sustainability, about 31% of operators by connections worldwide and 36% of operators by revenue worldwide have set carbon reduction targets to be net zero by 2050. In the U.S., Verizon and AT&T have said they will be carbon neutral across their entire operations by 2035. And Verizon in 2021 launched a $1 billion green bond that will be used for its sustainability efforts. T-Mobile, meanwhile, set a goal of using 100% renewable energy by the end of 2021 and earlier in the year it reported it had nearly met that goal. The company is currently in the process of auditing all of its work in that area. T-Mobile also has a target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 95%. And those solar-powered cell sites that I remember writing about 20 years ago are now just one of many technological advancements that can make networks more efficient and reduce the industry’s carbon footprint. 5G is a step in the right direction Just upgrading networks from 4G to 5G is a big step toward making wireless networks more energy efficient. According to the November 2021 Ericsson Mobility Report, mobile traffic has grown dramatically over the past 10 years but service providers’ global network energy consumption has only increased 64%. Ericsson attributes this to improvements in technology that makes it possible for the industry to only marginally increase its energy consumption despite the huge increase in data traffic. Patrik Lundqvist, senior director of technical marketing at Qualcomm, agrees that 5G is inherently more efficient than 4G. “The energy per bit sent is a big improvement in 5G,” he said. “And that efficiency itself is creating savings for the environment.” Reducing energy costs is not only good for the environment, it’s also good for the bottom line. Bhushan Joshi, head of sustainability and corporate responsibility at Ericsson North America, says that about 30% of a mobile operator’s operating expenses are devoted to paying for the energy costs of running a network. In a typical urban setting, Joshi said that about 30% of cell sites drive about 75% of the traffic. That means that if operators upgrade their urban base stations to the more energy efficient 5G equipment, they can reduce their energy costs. And in rural areas where 70% of the cell sites drive about 25% of the traffic, operators also can benefit from upgrading those sites, particularly as the industry becomes more adept at powering down cell sites when they aren’t in use. Researchers at Ericsson noted in the company’s latest Mobility Report that during gaps in data transmissions, wireless operators can reduce power consumption by putting certain components into “sleep mode” and then activating those components when data transmissions are high. These sleep mode gaps are very short in the 4G standard. However, with the 5G New Radio standard this sleep mode feature is better supported because the base stations have been designed specifically for it. Qualcomm’s Lundqvist said that amplifiers and base stations are two of the biggest consumers of energy in the network and base stations alone account for about 50% of the energy used to power a network. Qualcomm, not surprisingly, is working to make amplifiers and base stations more energy efficient. Lundqvist also said that edge networking (which is a big part of 5G) also creates energy savings because as more network intelligence is pushed to the edge, it not only makes the network more efficient, it also saves on power throughout the network. Not surprisingly, the 3GPP standards body is getting involved in the efforts to make mobile networks more sustainable and making green networks a part of its future standards. In fact, Release 18, which is referred to as 5G Advanced, makes green networks a priority. Although work on Release 18 is just getting under way, the 3GPP has said that as part of this release, it will define a base station energy consumption model as well provide power consumption reduction techniques. In addition, it will incorporate energy consumption into various deployment scenarios, including sub-7 GHz spectrum and both urban and rural deployments. Not only is 3GPP looking at making mobile networks greener, ATIS’ Next G Alliance is also working on what is it calling the “ Green G,” which is an effort to establish North America as a leader in 6G and also a leader in reducing 6G’s environmental impact. Green G is a catchy slogan and I suspect we’ll be hearing a lot more about how the telecom industry can not only reduce its carbon footprint, but also how technologies such as 5G and 6G can help other industries also reduce their environmental impact as well. Continue reading here. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Ericsson on 3blmedia.com

February 07, 2022 10:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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T-Mobile Makes $2.5M Donation Aimed at Opening Doors to Equitable Economic and Educational Opportunities for Young Adults

T-Mobile

BELLEVUE, Wash., February 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ — Inspired by Black innovators who have forged pathways to success for their community, today, on the first day of Black History Month, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) announced a significant $2.5 million donation through its Magenta Scholars program to support the next generation of diverse leaders who will carry on that legacy. T-Mobile’s $2.5 million donation will support the Thurgood Marshall College Fund ’s scholarships for students attending historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and the new National Black Talent Bank program that helps high school graduates jumpstart their professional careers and gain access to tailored higher education pathways. The company also announced expanded programming and curriculum for its NextTech Diversity and Magenta Edge initiatives, which provide training to underrepresented candidates interested in the telecom industry and connect Black entrepreneurs with resources to help grow their businesses. “This $2.5 million donation and expansion of programs underscores T-Mobile’s commitment to supporting organizations and providing opportunities that empower Black scholars, tech workers and business leaders who will undoubtedly be tomorrow’s history-makers,” said Deeanne King, EVP and chief human resources officer at T-Mobile. “Black History Month is a perfect opportunity to expand on and reinforce the Un-carrier’s commitment to Equity in Action through meaningful collaboration with partners to bring forward even more resources for young diverse leaders in our communities.” On February 1, T-Mobile is also inviting customers to click on the donation option in the T-Mobile Tuesdays app. For every customer who participates, T-Mobile will donate $1 to the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (up to $300K, as part of the $2.5 million donation), which will go towards gap scholarships that help students meet outstanding financial obligations to graduate. T-Mobile’s Magenta Scholars program was launched in 2021 in partnership with the  Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) to provide educational opportunities to students attending HBCUs. This collaboration, which started with 18 scholarships valued at $500,000, has now expanded to a total of $3 million in support from T-Mobile, spanning both scholarships and the new National Black Talent Bank program. TMCF’s Magenta Scholars have an impressive 85% graduation rate — more than double the national graduation rate for Black students overall. Scholarship recipients will also have an opportunity to join the Un-carrier's signature summer internship program and receive mentorship and professional development opportunities. "Students need pathways from college to career. Our expanded partnership with T-Mobile provides HBCU students with a clear path to degree completion and lucrative careers," said Dr. Harry L. Williams, President and CEO of Thurgood Marshall College Fund. To help close the telecom industry’s diversity gap, T-Mobile launched the NextTech Diversity Program last year to train and place diverse talent. With a 100% graduation and career placement rate during its first year, the Un-carrier is doubling the 2022 NextTech Diversity class size to provide even more career training and placement opportunities for roles such as 5G network technicians and commercially licensed truck drivers. Throughout the year, the Learning Alliance telecom trade school will continue to oversee recruitment, training, certification and job placement for the 100 Network Technician candidates. The New Reflections Technical Institute is doing the same for an additional 70 Network Equipment Commercial Driving candidates. Since launching one year ago, T-Mobile's Magenta Edge program has successfully engaged thousands of minority-owned businesses in the U.S. by providing access to free educational resources on subjects such as marketing and communications, business finances, and succession planning. Now in its second year, Magenta Edge is evolving and expanding as a key resource for up-and-coming businesses. To register and learn more about new virtual workshops and get updates on programming, new content and small business learning resources, visit the Magenta Edge website. These initiatives are part of T-Mobile’s broader Equity In Action plan, which works to advance diversity, equity and inclusion across all aspects of its business and the community it serves. To learn more about T-Mobile’s efforts to partner with and empower Black employees and communities, visit the T-Mobile Black History Month website. ### About T-Mobile T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint. For more information please visit  t-mobile.com. About Thurgood Marshall College Fund Established in 1987, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is the nation’s largest organization exclusively representing the Black College Community. TMCF member-schools include the publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Predominantly Black Institutions, enrolling nearly 80% of all students attending black colleges and universities. Through scholarships, capacity building and research initiatives, innovative programs, and strategic partnerships, TMCF is a vital resource in the K-12 and higher education space. The organization is also the source of top employers seeking top talent for competitive internships and good jobs. TMCF is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, charitable organization. For more information about TMCF, visit: www.tmcf.org. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from T-Mobile on 3blmedia.com

February 02, 2022 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Qualcomm Releases 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report

Qualcomm

February 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Qualcomm Incorporated released its annual Corporate Responsibility Report today, reporting on the Company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance in 2021. This is Qualcomm’s 15 th annual report as the Company has a long history of transparency to stakeholders around its ESG performance. The report features successes achieved this year, including progress made on companywide ESG targets, including goals around environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and power efficiency of our Snapdragon products. It also highlights the recognition received for the Company’s ESG performance, including being named to Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2022 list and Newsweek’s Most Responsible Companies ranking for the third consecutive year. “This year the world continued to face global challenges, including poverty, access to education, digital inclusion, racial and social injustice, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the environmental, social and economic impacts of climate change.” said Cristiano Amon, President and Chief Executive Officer, Qualcomm Incorporated. “The need for our technologies and products has never been more apparent. Our innovations are transforming industries, improving billions of lives, and addressing some of society's biggest challenges. We are enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected while promoting sustainable economic growth to help shape a better future.” Qualcomm’s ESG priorities include four areas where the Company believes it can make the greatest impact — Purposeful Innovation, STEM Education, Responsible Business and Our People. Some of the key 2021 highlights include: Continued inventing and developing products that enable customers to make a positive impact— from the individual smartphone experiences to the environment. One of Qualcomm’s 2025 goals is to reduce power consumption by 10 percent every year in the Company’s flagship Snapdragon products. In 2021, it has achieved this reduction by at least 10 percent in Snapdragon products when averaged across all use cases. Because the Company’s success is rooted in the hard work, dedication, and diversity of the workforce, it has been driving progress towards meeting the 2025 diversity and inclusion goals: Increase Representation of Women in Leadership by 15 percent; Increase Underrepresented Minorities (URM) Leadership representation by 15 percent; Increase overall URM representation by 20 percent. In 2021, the Company continued its focused approach to finding top talent and the use of training and development as key recruitment tools to increase hiring rate for women and URMs while also reducing attrition within both groups. The Company’s efforts around sustainable supply chain management continue with the 2025 goal of auditing 100 percent of primary semiconductor manufacturing suppliers every 2 years for conformance to the Supplier Code of Conduct. In 2021, 78 percent of primary semiconductor manufacturing suppliers have been audited. In line with the Company’s conviction to address the environmental, social, and economic impacts of climate change, this past year it set new, ambitious climate goals, including reaching net-zero global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for Scope 1, 2 and 3 by 2040 and committed to the Science Based Targets Initiative’s (SBTi) Business Ambition for 1.5°C. The Company also continued to make progress on their long-standing 2025 emissions reduction goal. Thus far, our progress toward that goal has seen Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduced by approximately 20 percent and the Company has qualified for The Climate Registry’s (TCR) Climate Registered™ Platinum status. Qualcomm continues to work to enrich people’s lives by bringing technology to underserved communities around the world through its Wireless Reach™ program. During this past year, Wireless Reach has launched 6 new projects and, since 2006, has positively impacted the lives of over 24 million people. The Company remains committed to its goal of inspiring the next generation of inventors by engaging to date over 1.5 million students and teachers across the globe through strategic STEM initiatives. In 2021 alone, through social investments in the future workforce, Qualcomm has impacted over 550,000 students and almost 13,000 teachers. To learn more about Qualcomm’s progress towards their goals and ESG performance in 2021, read the full report here. About Qualcomm Qualcomm is the world’s leading wireless technology innovator and the driving force behind the development, launch, and expansion of 5G. When we connected the phone to the internet, the mobile revolution was born. Today, our foundational technologies enable the mobile ecosystem and are found in every 3G, 4G and 5G smartphone. We bring the benefits of mobile to new industries, including automotive, the internet of things, and computing, and are leading the way to a world where everything and everyone can communicate and interact seamlessly. Qualcomm Incorporated includes our licensing business, QTL, and the vast majority of our patent portfolio. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, operates, along with its subsidiaries, substantially all of our engineering, research and development functions, and substantially all of our products and services businesses, including our QCT semiconductor business. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Qualcomm on 3blmedia.com

February 01, 2022 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Cadence Design Systems Named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality

Cadence Design Systems

The Human Rights Campaign ’s Corporate Equality Index highlights the best workplaces for LGBTQ+ equality. For the second year in a row, Cadence has received a full score of 100 and has been named a “Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality." Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rOw10T About Cadence Design Systems Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Cadence customers are the world’s most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications, including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, mobile, aerospace, industrial and healthcare. For seven years in a row, Fortune magazine has named Cadence one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more at cadence.com. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Cadence Design Systems on 3blmedia.com

February 01, 2022 11:15 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Another Way to #BeYou: T-Mobile Brings True Name® by Mastercard® to T-Mobile MONEY

T-Mobile

BELLEVUE, Wash., February 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ — Many Americans face complications or adversity when making purchases because the name on their debit card doesn’t match who they truly are. Today T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) announced True Name® by Mastercard® for T-Mobile MONEY, enabling all customers, including transgender and non-binary customers, to be their authentic self with their chosen name on their T-Mobile MONEY debit card. This follows a move from the Un-carrier to enable T-Mobile, Sprint, Metro by T-Mobile and Magenta prepaid customers to have their chosen name displayed on Caller ID. “Adding True Name to T-Mobile MONEY is a simple yet incredibly impactful shift that gives customers who want to show their true self the ability to do just that —and a natural extension of T-Mobile’s belief that everyone deserves to feel included, valued and empowered,” said Jon Freier, T-Mobile's President, Consumer Group. “Nearly a third of people who have shown an ID with a name that did not match their gender identity have been denied service or had other negative experiences. That shouldn’t happen and this new option will ensure customers don't face those same challenges when using their debit card." “Mastercard’s True Name feature brings incredibly meaningful, everyday impact to our cardholders in the transgender and non-binary communities. It's fantastic to have our partners recognize the value this program brings and join our inclusion mission,” said Cheryl Guerin, EVP, Global Brand Strategy and Innovation Actions at Mastercard. “We’re so proud to use the power of the Mastercard network to support and empower this community, and make a true difference in peoples’ lives.” It's both a long and costly process to get those personal IDs and documents updated — 65% of transgender Americans say it costs $100 or more to legally change their name, often a first step towards updating IDs and bank cards. T-Mobile makes it easy for customers to be themselves. New and existing T-Mobile MONEY customers can now request a new debit card with their chosen name through the T-Mobile MONEY app or website. Simply go to Settings, toggle on True Name, add your chosen name, review your card and T-Mobile MONEY will mail it to you. Customers can also use their True Name when reaching out to T-Mobile MONEY Specialists for help. And all T-Mobile customers can have their chosen name displayed on Caller ID by going to their account’s Profile Settings on My T-Mobile. True Name, brought to T-Mobile MONEY through T-Mobile’s partnership with Mastercard, BM Technologies, Inc. and Customers Bank, Member FDIC, is just another way T-Mobile is supporting inclusivity for its customers and employees. T-Mobile has maintained a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for the last ten consecutive years. And in June 2021, the Un-carrier announced a total donation of $1.25 million to initiatives developed by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC) and GLSEN — $1 million to the HRC Foundation’s new financial and digital literacy initiatives and $250,000 to GLSEN’s efforts aimed at making schools safer and more inclusive for LGBTQIA+ students. You, Your Money, Your Way With the T-Mobile MONEY Checking account, T-Mobile postpaid customers can get 4.00% Annual Percentage Yield (APY 1, 2 ) on balances up to $3,000, Got Your Back overdraft protection up to $50 3 and 1.00% APY on every dollar over $3,000 when they sign up with their T-Mobile ID, register for perks and make at least 10 qualifying purchases per month. Everyone else scores 1.00% APY on all Checking account balances. T-Mobile MONEY Checking account customers can also get their paycheck up to two days early 4, make cash deposits 5 and now open a Savings account. Plus, while other banks only reduce their overdraft fees, T-Mobile MONEY has never had overdraft fees —or ANY account fees. Last year, average overdraft fees hit a record $33.58. That's $33 every time you overdraw your account. And it adds up —Americans paid more than $12 BILLION in fees for bounced checks and overdrafts in 2021. Some Americans paid over $600 in overdraft fees last year! And that doesn't even include transfer fees, ATM fees and other hidden costs. With T-Mobile MONEY, there are no monthly, overdraft or transfer fees; no fees at over 55,000 in-network Allpoint® ATMs worldwide and no fees from T-Mobile MONEY for using out-of-network ATMs 6. To get T-Mobile MONEY, download the T-Mobile MONEY app from the Google Play Store for Android 5.1 or later or Apple App Store for iOS 10.3 or later (or use T-Mobile MONEY online at www.t-mobilemoney.com ). Sign up directly from your smartphone, and anyone — T-Mobile customer or not — can get an account. For personal support, you can sign up in any T-Mobile retail store or by calling 1-866-686-9358. T-Mobile customers can dial **MONEY. Residents of the 50 U.S. states and Puerto Rico 18 and older with a social security number can open an individual account. Follow T-Mobile’s Official Twitter Newsroom  @TMobileNews  to stay up to date with the latest company news. [1] How APY works: Checking account customers earn 4.00% annual percentage yield (APY) on balances up to and including $3,000 in your Checking account per month when: 1) you are enrolled in a qualifying T-Mobile postpaid wireless plan; 2) you have registered for perks with your T-Mobile ID; and 3) at least 10 qualifying purchases using your T-Mobile MONEY card have posted to your Checking account before the last business day of the month. Qualifying purchases posting on or after the last business day of the month count toward the next month’s qualifying purchases. The first time you fund your account, as an additional added value, you will receive 4.00% APY on balances up to and including $3,000 in the statement cycle in which you make your first deposit of greater than $1, as well as in the cycle that follows that deposit provided all other requirements are met. These added value benefits are subject to change. Balances above $3,000 in the Checking account earn 1.00% APY. The APY for this tier will range from 4.00% to 2.79% depending on the balance in the account (calculation based on a $5,000 average daily balance). Customers who do not qualify for the 4.00% APY will earn 1.00% APY on all Checking account balances for any month(s) in which they do not meet the requirements listed above. APYs are accurate as of 1/31/22 but may change at any time at our discretion. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional restrictions apply. For more information, see Account Disclosures / Terms and Conditions or go to our FAQs. [2] T-Mobile MONEY interest rates and APY are variable and may change at any time at our discretion. [3] How Got Your Back works: Available only for Checking accounts and T-Mobile wireless customers with a line on a qualifying postpaid plan who have registered for perks. Got Your Back overdraft protection will begin once at least 10 qualifying purchases using your T-Mobile MONEY card have posted to your Checking account before the last business day of the month. You are only required to meet this purchase requirement once to receive Got Your Back benefits. See "Got Your Back" Terms and Conditions for more details. [4] Get paid up to 2 days early with direct deposit: Subject to description and timing of the employer payroll-based direct deposit, we typically make funds available the business day received, which may be up to 2 days earlier than scheduled.Formore information, see Account Disclosures / Terms and Conditions or go to our FAQs. [5] Third Parties may charge a fee. [6] Third Parties may charge a fee. T-Mobile MONEY accounts are powered by BMTX, provided by Customers Bank, Member FDIC. About T-Mobile T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint. For more information please visit: https://www.t-mobile.com. About Mastercard (NYSE: MA) Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all. About BM Technologies, Inc. BM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: BMTX)—formerly known as BankMobile—is among the largest digital banking platforms and banking as a service providers, providing access to checking and savings accounts, personal loans, credit cards, and financial wellness. It is focused on technology, innovation, easy-to-use products, and education with the mission of being “customer-obsessed” and creating “customers for life.” The BM Technologies (BMTX) digital banking platform employs a multi-partner distribution model, known as “Banking-as-a-Service” (BaaS), that enables the acquisition of customers at higher volumes and substantially lower expense than traditional banks, while providing significant benefits to its customers, partners and business. BM Technologies (BMTX) currently has approximately two million accounts and provides disbursement services at approximately 750 college and university campuses (covering one out of every three college students in the U.S.). BM Technologies, Inc. (BMTX) is a technology company and is not a bank, which means it provides banking services through its partner bank. More information can also be found at www.bmtx.com. 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