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EQS-News: COMCAST OPENS NEW XFINITY STORE IN MILL CREEK

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Comcast has opened a new Xfinity store in Mill Creek to meet the needs of its local customers in Snohomish County.

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  • Comcast has opened a new Xfinity store in Mill Creek to meet the needs of its local customers in Snohomish County.
  • The new Xfinity Store is the latest example of the companys continued investment made in Washington state.
  • Comcast has invested $1B in technology and infrastructure in Washington during the last three years, including expansion and upgrades to its network.
  • The new Mill Creek Xfinity store is open Mon.-Sat.

The Sound Hotel Seattle Belltown Adds Private Wireless from Comcast Business to its List of Amenities

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Comcast Business today announced its customer, The Sound Hotel Seattle Belltown, is providing guests with a bespoke, of-the-moment experience with private wireless network technology thanks to a collaboration by Comcast Business and Ballast Networks.

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  • Comcast Business today announced its customer, The Sound Hotel Seattle Belltown, is providing guests with a bespoke, of-the-moment experience with private wireless network technology thanks to a collaboration by Comcast Business and Ballast Networks.
  • Working with Comcast Business, The Sound Hotel and Ballast Networks deployed a private wireless network primarily to support cellular voice and data connectivity throughout the property.
  • Private wireless networks offer wireless broadband speed and capacity with reliability and low latency, enabling businesses like The Sound Hotel to support their rapidly expanding ecosystem of connected devices.
  • Comcast Business is proud to work with The Sound Hotel to propel a first-class wireless and hospitality experience.

Comcast to Participate in UBS Investor Conference

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Monday, November 28, 2022

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) announced that on Monday, December 5, 2022, Jeff Shell, Chief Executive Officer of NBCUniversal, will participate in the UBS Global TMT Conference.

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  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) announced that on Monday, December 5, 2022, Jeff Shell, Chief Executive Officer of NBCUniversal, will participate in the UBS Global TMT Conference.
  • A live webcast of the event will be available on the Company's Investor Relations website at www.cmcsa.com on Monday, December 5, 2022, at 9:10 A.M. Eastern Time.
  • To automatically receive Comcast financial news by e-mail, please visit www.cmcsa.com and subscribe to E-mail Alerts.
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter.

EQS-News: OPERATION MILITARY FAMILY RECEIVES DONATION FROM COMCAST DURING MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH

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Sunday, November 27, 2022

In honor of Military Appreciation Month (Nov.), Comcast has partnered again with Operation Military Family , a veteran services and solutions organization committed to helping Veterans and their families forge new proven and effective paths that lead to success in family, work, and life.

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  • In honor of Military Appreciation Month (Nov.), Comcast has partnered again with Operation Military Family , a veteran services and solutions organization committed to helping Veterans and their families forge new proven and effective paths that lead to success in family, work, and life.
  • Comcast is donating $20,000, 200 laptops, and a digital skills guide to support military and veteran families in Washington.
  • Since 2011, the company has donated more than $197 million in cash and in-kind contributions to military community organizations.
  • Operation Military Family is veterans services 501 (3) committed to helping veterans and their families forge new proven and effective paths that lead to success in family, work, and life.

Comcast Delivers a Personalized, Aggregated FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Viewing Experience to Its Customers

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

Comcast today announced plans to deliver a personalized, interactive and bilingual viewing experience for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 across its entertainment platforms, including Xfinity X1, Xfinity Flex, the Xfinity Stream app and XClass TV.

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  • Comcast today announced plans to deliver a personalized, interactive and bilingual viewing experience for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 across its entertainment platforms, including Xfinity X1, Xfinity Flex, the Xfinity Stream app and XClass TV.
  • FOX Sports and Telemundo are the official FIFA World Cup English and Spanish language broadcast rights-holders for the tournament, which takes place in Qatar from November 20 to December 18.
  • The FIFA World Cup is going to be one of the biggest sporting events in 2022, and with streaming coverage from Peacock and Tubi, there will be more ways to watch than ever, said Vito Forlenza, Executive Director, Product Management, Comcast.
  • A personalized viewing experience: In just a few clicks, X1 customers can choose their favorite teams to create a custom FIFA World Cup viewing experience across devices, putting live coverage and match highlights of their favorite teams front and center within the destination.

Comcast Business Further Expands Fiber-Rich Broadband Network in Virginia to Hundreds More Businesses with $3 Million Investment

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

RESTON, Va., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast Business today announced a $3 million investment to expand its smart, fast and reliable fiber-rich network in Charlottesville, Chesterfield, Fredericksburg, Reston, Sterling and Woodbridge, with plans to complete by the end of this year.

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  • "High-speed Internet and secure networking services are a must-have to attract businesses," saidBarry DuVal, President & CEO, Virginia Chamber of Commerce.
  • "The latest investments and network expansions across Virginia are a testament to Comcast Business' commitment to fostering economic development in our local communities."
  • This expansion will extend the company's high-performance Ethernet, Internet and advanced voice solutions, among other services, to more than 250 businesses and organizations in the areas.
  • This investment comes on the heels of a $28 million regionwide network expansion project , which was completed in June 2022 and connected nearly 7,000 additional businesses across areas in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington, D.C.

Comcast Appoints Michael Slovin Vice President and General Manager of Comcast Smart Solutions

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast has named Michael Slovin as Vice President and General Manager of Comcast Smart Solutions. In this new role, he will oversee integration of Comcast's advanced connectivity options with industry-leading smart technology partners to enable the delivery of world-class smart technology solutions to clients. Slovin will remain based in the company's Philadelphia corporate headquarters.

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  • Industry veteran will lead Comcast's newest business offering, looking to bridge the gap between technology and enablement for communities of all kinds
    PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast has named Michael Slovin as Vice President and General Manager of Comcast Smart Solutions.
  • Building upon its current offerings from Comcast Business, Xfinity Communities, and MachineQ, Comcast Smart Solutions helps its clients build scalable smart technology ecosystems by providing connectivity and advisory services, and pairing clients with strategic collaborators that provide smart technology offerings, including but not limited to building solutions, video analytics, lighting, and parking.
  • "We're thrilled to have Mike lead the Comcast Smart Solutions team," said Tim Collins, SVP of Strategic Broadband Expansion and Smart Solutions.
  • "Leading our Smart Solutions division is a great opportunity to keep Comcast at the forefront of the connectivity space," Slovin said.

Comcast to Participate in RBC Capital Markets Conference

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Monday, November 7, 2022

On Tuesday, November 15, 2022, Elad Nafshi, Executive Vice President and Chief Network Officer of Comcast Cable, will participate in the RBC Capital Markets Global Technology, Internet, Media and Telecommunications Conference.

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  • On Tuesday, November 15, 2022, Elad Nafshi, Executive Vice President and Chief Network Officer of Comcast Cable, will participate in the RBC Capital Markets Global Technology, Internet, Media and Telecommunications Conference.
  • A live webcast of the event will be available on the Company's Investor Relations website at www.cmcsa.com on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 9:25 A.M. Eastern Time.
  • To automatically receive Comcast financial news by e-mail, please visit www.cmcsa.com and subscribe to E-mail Alerts.
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter.

U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn, State Representative Shedron Williams, State Senator Margie Bright Matthews, and Comcast Announce Completion of $8.3 Million Broadband Network Expansion in Hampton County, South Carolina

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Friday, November 4, 2022

Congressman James E. Clyburn, South Carolina State Representative Shedron Williams, South Carolina State Senator Margie Bright Matthews, Comcast officials, and state and local leaders today announced the completion of an $8.3 million broadband expansion in Hampton County.

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  • Congressman James E. Clyburn, South Carolina State Representative Shedron Williams, South Carolina State Senator Margie Bright Matthews, Comcast officials, and state and local leaders today announced the completion of an $8.3 million broadband expansion in Hampton County.
  • The expansion will deliver a host of new services, including reliable and secure high-speed internet, to 2,150 homes and businesses.
  • Hampton County is the first community in South Carolina to benefit from this public-private partnership between Comcast and the state, underscoring the importance of expanded digital access.
  • Across South Carolina, public and private funds are working together to make high-speed internet both accessible and affordable for all, said U.S.

Comcast and Charter Announce Xumo as the Brand Name for Their Streaming Platform Joint Venture

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

The new Xumo will bring industry leading streaming and aggregation technology nationwide through its expanding content, product line up, and retailer relationships.

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  • The new Xumo will bring industry leading streaming and aggregation technology nationwide through its expanding content, product line up, and retailer relationships.
  • Along with the naming of the joint venture, Charter and Comcast also announced that Flex, the 4K streaming device Comcast licensed to the joint venture will become Xumo Stream Box and XClass TV will become Xumo TV.
  • Xumo will go-to-market with its first branded devices in late 2023, distributed by Comcast, Charter and Walmart, with additional distributors to be announced in the future.
  • Xumo Play will anchor the free content offering on Xumo devices and continue to be available as an app on other streaming platforms.