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Comcast and The Arc of the United States announced a $1 million grant to modernize The Arc’s data infrastructure, enhance digital literacy programs, and improve special education resources for Spanish-speaking families. This two-year initiative, part of Comcast's Project UP, aims to create equity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The grant will introduce a centralized data system to track services, support Spanish-language outreach through webinars and local programs, and expand The Arc’s Tech Coaching Centers, which have trained over 2,500 individuals since 2014.

FreeWheel, a global technology platform for television advertising, released a report titled 'The State of Programmatic Independent Demand.' The report reveals a 24% increase in programmatic CTV impressions from independent agencies. Key drivers include a 119% rise in multi-publisher programmatic bundles used by advertisers and accelerated adoption by verticals like pharma, gaming, telecom, and retail. The report highlights the potential of live sports inventory for future growth, despite its complexity. The data is based on one of the largest datasets on ad-supported video content usage in the U.S.

Comcast (Nasdaq: CMCSA) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.31 per share on its common stock.

The dividend will be paid on July 24, 2024, to shareholders who are on record as of the close of business on July 3, 2024.

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Comcast celebrated Earth Day by curating a collection of nature-inspired shows, movies, documentaries, and podcasts on Xfinity. The collection included 25 documentaries, a new documentary about Lake Superior, and a National Geographic documentary about the octopus. It also featured classic nature content and solutions-oriented TED Climate episodes.

Comcast has launched NOW Internet and NOW Mobile, offering low-cost, reliable pay-as-you-go internet and mobile services with all-in pricing, no contracts, or credit checks. NOW Internet provides a more consistent and reliable connection at a better price point than 5G home internet, while NOW Mobile utilizes WiFi to offer affordable mobile services. Customers can easily sign up, pause, or cancel their subscription online or via the Xfinity app. These new options provide incredible flexibility and are a great choice for those looking for affordable connectivity.

Comcast's Black Experience on Xfinity announces the premiere of the powerful documentary 'Bad River' from filmmakers Mary Mazzio and Grant Hill. The film follows the Wisconsin-based Bad River Band in their fight for sovereignty and the battle to save Lake Superior. Co-narrated by Quannah ChasingHorse and Edward Norton, the documentary is now available exclusively on Comcast's Black Experience on Xfinity channel, X1, Xumo, and Flex. Executive producers include Allison Abner, Tamia, Mato Mayuhi, and Shep Crawford. This groundbreaking project aims to shed light on underrepresented communities and dispel stereotypes.

Comcast Business has boosted internet speeds for customers nationwide with no extra cost, introducing Ultimate Speed for Business plans with up to triple the speeds. Upstream speeds have also been increased, offering the highest internet speeds at affordable prices backed by 24/7 support. Comcast Business is rolling out next-generation multi-gigabit symmetrical speeds in select markets, powered by Full Duplex technology, revolutionizing network capabilities.

Comcast expands fast, reliable internet to over 250 homes and businesses in Sharon, CT through a partnership with the town. The project aims to connect previously unserved areas to high-speed broadband, attracting new businesses and stimulating economic growth. Comcast invested $335 million in technology and infrastructure in Connecticut over the last three years, including upgrades to its local network. Residents now have access to Xfinity's full suite of internet products, including the Internet Essentials program for low-cost broadband. The company is committed to providing reliable internet services and supporting communities through charitable contributions and free WiFi initiatives.

Comcast has been awarded the VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer Award for the fourth consecutive year, recognizing its commitment to providing employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive culture for military-connected individuals. The organization's efforts in veteran hiring and retention, veteran-friendly policies, and support for military spouses and families have been highlighted. Comcast has hired over 21,000 veterans, military spouses, and National Guard and Reserve members since 2015, offering unique benefits and programs to create an empowering workplace for military-connected employees.