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Comcast Business has expanded its partnership with Cisco to include Cisco SD-WAN powered by Viptela, enhancing its managed SD-WAN solutions portfolio. This collaboration aims to provide enterprise customers with comprehensive global secure networking options, addressing evolving cybersecurity needs driven by new work models post-pandemic. The service facilitates simplified network management and supports hybrid work environments, integrating advanced security features like SASE and zero trust. This expansion positions Comcast Business to better serve enterprises' unique infrastructural requirements.

Charter Communications (CHTR) and Comcast (CMCSA) announced a 50/50 joint venture to create a next-generation streaming platform. The venture aims to enhance user experience with a world-class interface and voice search capabilities, available on 4K devices and smart TVs through national retailers. Comcast will contribute its Flex platform and Xumo service, while Charter will invest $900 million over several years. This initiative seeks to broaden consumer choice, enabling app developers and retailers to reach a larger audience in the streaming market.

Comcast has launched its fourth Xfinity store in the Richmond region, specifically in Colonial Heights, Virginia. The 2,000-square-foot store aims to enhance customer experience with interactive product demonstrations of Xfinity's offerings, including smart home solutions and Supersonic WiFi, which offers speeds over 1 Gbps. The store will also host trained consultants to assist customers with services and to discuss the Affordable Connectivity Program, providing eligible residents with $30 monthly towards internet or mobile bills. Open seven days a week, the store represents Comcast's commitment to the local community.

Masergy, Fortinet, and Ingram Micro have partnered to introduce a new distribution channel for managed SD-WAN services, aimed at value-added resellers and managed service providers. This solution combines networking, security, and services, enabling partners to expand into new markets without significant upfront investment. Notable benefits include recurring revenue opportunities, low barriers to entry, and enhanced client loyalty. The initiative targets the rapidly growing SD-WAN market, responding to increasing demand for hybrid work connectivity and security.

Chardan has announced its role as the lead financial advisor in the sale of Neos, a smart home technology provider, from Aviva to Sky, a part of Comcast (NASDAQ: CMCSA). This strategic acquisition aligns with Sky's plan to enhance its connected home strategy. Chardan's expertise has been pivotal in numerous fintech transactions, reflecting its commitment to disruptive fintech M&A. Recent examples include advisory roles in ThinkMarkets' $10 million capital raise and a $1.34 billion business combination between Quantum FinTech and TradeStation.

Comcast has announced the world's first end-to-end deployment of advanced hollowcore fiber optics, enhancing its network’s performance. The new fiber technology reduces latency by up to 33% and increases data speeds by 150% compared to traditional glass fiber. This 40-kilometer deployment between two Philadelphia locations is believed to be the longest of its kind globally. Comcast aims to leverage this technology for its 10G evolution, improving multigigabit service for millions of homes. The deployment, in partnership with Lumenisity, positions Comcast at the forefront of broadband innovation.

In 2021, Comcast Business reported a significant rise in DDoS attacks, mitigating 24,845 multi-vector attacks, a 47% increase from 2020. The report revealed that 69% of customers faced DDoS attacks, reflecting a 41% rise. Education, finance, government, and healthcare sectors were primary targets, with 73% of attacks aimed at these industries, likely due to pandemic vulnerabilities. Key findings included that 98% of multi-vector attacks were under 5 Gbps and that 69% lasted under 10 minutes, highlighting the need for vigilant cybersecurity measures.

Comcast Corporation has announced a $1 million investment in Backstage Capital, aimed at supporting underrepresented founders in the early stages of their startups. This initiative, led by Comcast NBCUniversal’s Startup Engagement team, will benefit Backstage Capital’s Opportunity Fund, which focuses on funding women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. As a major contributor to the fund, Comcast aims to enhance access to capital for diverse innovators and foster economic mobility, aligning with its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Comcast announces the launch of the Eros Now app on its X1 and Flex platforms, replacing the previous SVOD service. This partnership provides Xfinity customers access to over 12,000 titles, including blockbuster Bollywood films and original series.

Subscription begins at $4.99/month. Ali Hussein, CEO of Eros Now, emphasized the US as its largest market outside India, aiming to enhance its user base significantly. The app offers diverse content across multiple South Asian languages, bolstering Comcast's multicultural entertainment portfolio.