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Hitek Systems Introduces Agilex® 7 SoC FPGA-Based Radio Development Platform

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Hitek Systems, Intel and Texas Instruments Collaboration Supports Open RAN Architectures for Small- to Macro-cell Base Stations. Hitek Systems today introduced a new Hitek eSOM7C development platform designed to ease the design and deployment of Intel-based Open Radio Access Network (RAN) architectures (O-RAN) for LTE, 5G and other wireless communications systems, while increasing system interoperability and performance.

GERMANTOWN, Md., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Hitek Systems today introduced a new Hitek eSOM7C development platform designed to ease the design and deployment of Intel-based Open Radio Access Network (RAN) architectures (O-RAN) for LTE, 5G and other wireless communications systems, while increasing system interoperability and performance.

The new ESOM7C development platform incorporates TI’s AFE7769D into Hitek’s Intel Agilex® 7 SoC FPGA embedded system on module (eSOM7C) development platform to provide efficient conversion of baseband data into RF signals for single-, dual- and even tri-band wireless systems. The AFE7769D quad-channel RF transceiver with integrated crest factor reduction and digital pre-distortion (DPD) enables designers to more efficiently optimize power levels from gallium nitride or other RF power amplifiers ranging from 24 dBm at 250 mW to >50 dBm (>100 W), enabling them to optimize system efficiency and performance, regardless of the power transmission level.

Modern high-power amplifiers rely on DPD functionality to linearize RF output signals to comply with the 3GPP standard and regional RF spectrum emissions specifications. TI’s AFE7769D integrates a high-performance, low-power, hardware-accelerated DPD engine to reduce FPGA overhead, which can enable system designers to achieve an approximate 30% throughput reduction, 30% power savings and 50% system design cost reduction.

“Hitek Systems created the new development platform to help streamline system integration and interoperability to enable more adaptable flexible radio access networks, while enhancing any system integrator’s choices, capabilities and time to market” said Tariq Muhammad, President Hitek Systems.

Hitek’s Intel Agilex® SoC FPGA based eSOM7, eSOM7C and eSOM5C modules are designed for embedded applications such as high-speed signal processing, wireless nodes with high-performance RF transceivers, and networking equipment. The compatibility between TI’s AFE7769D evaluation module and Intel’s Agilex® 7 SoC FPGA is simplified by an FPGA mezzanine card (FMC+) connector that enables multivendor interoperability. Hitek’s eSOM development platforms reduce the integration overhead of the FPGA, DDR4 memory and power-management subsystem design, to help solve the challenge of layout complexity during the product development cycle.

The new Hitek platform enables swift assembly of functional radio designs within days or weeks instead of months, resulting from Intel’s Open-Radio Unit (O-RU) radio enablement package, which encompasses a full-fledged 5G New Radio (NR) O-RU workload. The package includes a foundational CAT-A radio data path, an array of development tools, in-depth documentation, and hardware capable of handling 200-MHz bandwidth for four-transmitter, four-receiver (4T4R) time-division duplexing configurations. Enhancing this suite, Intel’s integrated IEEE 1588 version 2 solution, alongside Hitek’s Skyworks Si5518 network synchronizer module, ensures system-wide synchronization, providing the precise network timing and low-phase noise transmit clocks necessary for 5G applications.

In addition, a comprehensive TI user guide, “Interfacing AFE7769DEVM With the Hitek Agilex eSOM7 FPGA,” accompanies the platform, supporting the hardware and software setup, including images to visually guide users through the process. In addition to simple setup instructions, the guide covers insights into bring-up steps, loop-back examples and detailed LTE signal testing.

“Seamless access to wireless systems has been a barrier in the industry for manufacturers and network operators – and ultimately consumers – for decades,” said Karthik Vasanth, TI vice president and general manager of Data Converters and Clocks. “With this design, engineers can take advantage of the predefined hardware and software solutions to speed time to market for Intel-based Open RAN designs for small- to macro-cell base stations.”

“Our collaboration with a diverse range of ecosystem participants is a driving force behind Intel’s rapid progress of Open RAN and pioneering of wireless technologies.” Shared by Mike Fitton, Vice President of Intel PSG’s Network Business Division. “I feel privileged to share this joint investment with our customers and partners – it’s a testament to our commitment to providing tools and IP that not only offer significant cost savings in capital and engineering expenditures but also enable the innovation of distinct, customizable designs. This approach democratizes the market, welcoming both new entrants and established vendors, paving the way for novel innovations by creating valuable time for development.”

Intel will demonstrate the Hitek eSOM7C with TI’s AFE7769D and Intel’s Agilex® 7 SoC FPGA at Mobile World Congress on February 26t- 29 in Barcelona, in Hall 3, Stand 3E31.

TI will host a technical webinar with Intel and Hitek Systems on March 6, 2024 about the Hitek eSOM7C with TI’s AFE7769D and Intel’s Agilex® 7 SoC FPGA for O-RAN, broadband wireless, satellite communications gateways, networking, edge AI and machine learning applications.

The Hitek eSOM7 and eSOM7C are commercially available today via Hitek Systems. The Hitek eSOM5C is drop-in compatible with Hitek eSOM7C, supporting Intel Agilex® 5 SOC FPGA.

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XLCS Partners advises Concurrent Utility Services on sale to UniTek Global Services

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NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XLCS Partners, Inc., a leading middle market investment bank, is pleased to announce that it served as exclusive M&A advisor to Concurrent Utility Services LLC on its acquisition by UniTek Global Services, Inc., a portfolio company of New Mountain Finance Corporation (Nasdaq: NMFC) and its affiliates, and BTG Pactual Strategic Capital.

Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Concurrent is a licensed general and electrical contractor providing infrastructure development and maintenance services to electric utilities, telecom providers, and land developers throughout the Southeast United States. The company’s capabilities span overhead and underground utility construction, professional telecom services, emergency service restoration, in-building networks, environmental services, and data center development. Backed by a safety-first culture and an experienced workforce, Concurrent has built a strong regional platform and a reputation for quality across the markets it serves.

UniTek is a leading digital infrastructure services provider supporting the expansion of fiber and data center connectivity across the U.S. and Canada. With over 600 employees and 60 locations, UniTek delivers a full suite of infrastructure services. The acquisition of Concurrent accelerates UniTek’s Power Services Division, which launched in July 2025 to broaden the company’s maintenance, repair, upgrade, and new infrastructure development services for the power sector. Concurrent’s established Southeast footprint and power capabilities directly complement UniTek’s existing broadband and data center infrastructure platform, positioning the combined company to capitalize on growing demand for resilient, modernized power infrastructure. Concurrent will continue to operate under its established brand, maintaining uninterrupted service for its customers.

“Selling Concurrent was one of the biggest decisions of my career, and Anthony, Jay, and the XLCS team guided us through every step with professionalism and genuine care for our people,” said Steve Sarno, CEO of Concurrent. “They stayed fully engaged throughout, gave us honest and thoughtful advice, kept our best interests front and center, and delivered an outcome that exceeded our expectations. I would recommend them without hesitation to any owner considering a transaction.”

XLCS acted as the exclusive M&A advisor to Concurrent, and the transaction was led by Anthony Contaldo, Partner, and Jay Cremer, Vice President. The transaction was completed on July 1, 2026.

About XLCS Partners, Inc.

XLCS Partners is a leading global investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services. Visit www.xlcspartners.com for more information.

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XLCS Partners advises Concurrent Utility Services on sale to UniTek Global Services

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NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XLCS Partners, Inc., a leading middle market investment bank, is pleased to announce that it served as exclusive M&A advisor to Concurrent Utility Services LLC on its acquisition by UniTek Global Services, Inc., a portfolio company of New Mountain Finance Corporation (Nasdaq: NMFC) and its affiliates, and BTG Pactual Strategic Capital.

Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Concurrent is a licensed general and electrical contractor providing infrastructure development and maintenance services to electric utilities, telecom providers, and land developers throughout the Southeast United States. The company’s capabilities span overhead and underground utility construction, professional telecom services, emergency service restoration, in-building networks, environmental services, and data center development. Backed by a safety-first culture and an experienced workforce, Concurrent has built a strong regional platform and a reputation for quality across the markets it serves.

UniTek is a leading digital infrastructure services provider supporting the expansion of fiber and data center connectivity across the U.S. and Canada. With over 600 employees and 60 locations, UniTek delivers a full suite of infrastructure services. The acquisition of Concurrent accelerates UniTek’s Power Services Division, which launched in July 2025 to broaden the company’s maintenance, repair, upgrade, and new infrastructure development services for the power sector. Concurrent’s established Southeast footprint and power capabilities directly complement UniTek’s existing broadband and data center infrastructure platform, positioning the combined company to capitalize on growing demand for resilient, modernized power infrastructure. Concurrent will continue to operate under its established brand, maintaining uninterrupted service for its customers.

“Selling Concurrent was one of the biggest decisions of my career, and Anthony, Jay, and the XLCS team guided us through every step with professionalism and genuine care for our people,” said Steve Sarno, CEO of Concurrent. “They stayed fully engaged throughout, gave us honest and thoughtful advice, kept our best interests front and center, and delivered an outcome that exceeded our expectations. I would recommend them without hesitation to any owner considering a transaction.”

XLCS acted as the exclusive M&A advisor to Concurrent, and the transaction was led by Anthony Contaldo, Partner, and Jay Cremer, Vice President. The transaction was completed on July 1, 2026.

About XLCS Partners, Inc.

XLCS Partners is a leading global investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services. Visit www.xlcspartners.com for more information.

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Kendra Span 
kspan@xlcspartners.com
615-379-7783

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Fathom Applauds Introduction of the FRONTIER Act, the First Federal Blueprint for Independent AI Verification

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Reps. Lori Trahan (D-MA-03) and Jay Obernolte (R-CA-23) introduce a bill to build a competitive marketplace of independent verifiers for frontier AI models.

WASHINGTON, July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fathom welcomes the introduction of the FRONTIER Act, the most complete federal framework yet for independent, third-party verification of frontier AI. The legislation is built to earn public trust as AI technology continues to accelerate. As frontier systems begin to take autonomous action in the world, the gap between what these models can do and our ability to keep them in check is widening. FRONTIER is the starting point to close that gap.

“AI governance keeps running into the same wall. The technology is hard to measure and it moves faster than any law can keep up with,” said Andrew Freedman, Co-Founder and CEO of Fathom. “Trying to write the perfect rules and freezing them in place won’t work. What will work is a competitive market of independent verifiers who are accountable for real-world outcomes and who the government can actually count on. The FRONTIER Act shows we can move fast and still get this right.”

The bill gets the fundamentals correct. It sets one public standard – the adequate mitigation of catastrophic risk – and holds both the AI companies and their independent verifiers accountable to it. FRONTIER does not freeze a single testing method into statute. Instead, it licenses competing verification organizations, allows them to sharpen their methods, and gives the government the power to revoke a license when a verifier’s work does not hold up in the field. That is how you build a system that keeps pace with the science instead of falling behind it.

Fathom thanks Reps. Trahan and Obernolte for their leadership, and for their courage in releasing a discussion draft, inviting scrutiny, and incorporating substantive improvements from across the field. One priority improvement as the bill advances: giving the government a fuller range of tools to act upstream – for pushing companies to close identified gaps in risk mitigation early, rather than only once a catastrophe is imminent. We are committed to working with these sponsors, committees of jurisdiction, and Congressional leadership to continue refining the bill in the weeks and months ahead.

About Fathom
Fathom is an independent nonprofit whose mission is to build a governance architecture that helps society navigate the transition to a world with AI by fostering trust, safety, and innovation. Fathom has developed and championed the independent verification model for AI and works with policymakers across the country to put it into practice. Learn more at http://fathom.org.

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