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Xfinity and FaZe Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: FAZE) announced a partnership to enhance the gaming and youth culture experience. This collaboration will include exclusive college concert events featuring Offset, original content series, and co-branded merchandise. The first concert is set for November 3, 2022, in Boston, followed by another in Atlanta on November 10. Xfinity will also integrate its services into FaZe Clan programming, focusing on promoting internet connectivity for gamers. Additionally, Xfinity Rewards members gain access to exclusive items and experiences.
Comcast Business has enhanced its mobile service, allowing customers to mix and match unlimited and shared data options for up to 20 lines. This flexibility helps small businesses reduce costs while benefiting from features like nationwide 5G coverage and secure WiFi hotspots. Pricing starts as low as $22 per line for unlimited data. Customers can also save by utilizing a Savings Calculator before committing. Available exclusively to Comcast Business Internet customers, this service aims to maximize value for small businesses.
Comcast announced a significant increase in internet speeds for its Xfinity service across 14 states from Maine to Virginia, launching new download speeds up to 2 Gbps and up to 10 times faster upload speeds. This upgrade, part of a multi-gig deployment, will enhance performance for various tiers, including doubling speeds for the Performance Pro tier. Comcast aims to deliver 10G-capable services by 2023, further boosting its broadband capabilities for over 50 million homes by 2025. The enhancements reflect the company's commitment to meet increasing customer demand for faster internet.
Comcast is enhancing Internet speeds for over 20 million Xfinity households this week. The upgrade affects popular plans, offering significant improvements in connectivity for streaming, gaming, and videoconferencing. Key speed increases include 50 to 75 Mbps for Performance Starter and up to 1 Gbps for Extreme Pro. This initiative aligns with Comcast's goal of deploying the nation's largest multi-gig network, aimed to reach 50 million homes by 2025. Xfinity's services focus on delivering unmatched reliability and security, further establishing its competitive edge in broadband.
FreeWheel has announced an enhancement to its premium programmatic offerings, introducing a unified yield capability for publishers. This new feature allows non-guaranteed programmatic demand to compete with direct sold guaranteed ads, aiming to maximize revenue for publishers while ensuring advertiser commitments are met. The adoption of this tool is timely, as programmatic ad growth has surged by 80% year-over-year. A+E Networks, an early user, reported a +35% increase in CPM across replaced impressions, demonstrating the tool's effectiveness in balancing demand and maintaining guaranteed deal delivery.
Comcast Advertising's new report, "TV Makes Memories," reveals that long-form TV ads significantly enhance brand recall and purchase intent. Conducted with MediaScience, the study indicates that unaided recall for TV ads is 2.2 times higher, while purchase intent is 1.3 times greater when ads are viewed on a big screen versus mobile digital platforms. The findings highlight the effectiveness of TV advertising in fostering engagement and memory retention, benefiting brands that utilize this medium strategically.
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) has appointed Mike Cavanagh as its new President, marking a significant leadership change as he becomes only the third individual to hold this position in the company's 59-year history. Cavanagh, who previously served as Chief Financial Officer, will continue to work closely with Chairman and CEO Brian L. Roberts. With over 20 years of experience in the financial services sector, including leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase, Cavanagh's promotion is expected to enhance Comcast's operational and financial strategy, focusing on growth opportunities.
Comcast Corporation announces the pre-order availability of the new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro for Xfinity Mobile and Comcast Business Mobile customers starting October 13. These devices are powered by the Google Tensor G2, offering enhanced security, advanced photo features, and all-day battery life. Customers can save significantly on mobile services, with Xfinity Mobile offering plans priced at $45 for one line and $30 for multiple lines. The Pixel phones come with features like Adaptive Battery, Live Translate, and built-in VPN for added online security.
Comcast is enhancing access to affordable internet in New Jersey by assisting eligible customers with signing up for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) at 20 Xfinity Store locations. The ACP offers low-income households a monthly credit of up to $30 for internet services. Comcast's Internet Essentials Plus can effectively provide free broadband for qualifying customers after the ACP benefit. Since its launch, Internet Essentials has connected over 10 million low-income individuals nationwide, with 276,000 in New Jersey alone. Comcast's initiatives aim to bridge the digital divide and promote digital equity.
Comcast has appointed Toni Murphy as the new Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing at its Central Division in Atlanta, Georgia. Murphy will oversee sales, marketing, brand management, and customer retention strategies across 12 states. With over 15 years of experience at Comcast and previous roles in private equity and investment banking, she aims to enhance Comcast's capacity to connect with its customers. Her appointment is expected to strengthen the company’s market presence significantly.