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World’s First Six-hour Ethical Hacking Challenge Certification from EC-Council Receives Recognition from U.S. Department of Defense

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EC-Council’s CEH (Practical) ™ is the world’s first ethical hacking challenge exam to attain dual recognition; attaining the ISO/IEC 17024 accredited certification status by the American National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and being recognized by the DoD for its 8140 directive for Information Assurance Roles within the defense community.

TAMPA, Fla., June 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — EC-Council, the organization behind the globally recognized Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)® credential, announced today the recognition of two additional EC-Council certifications by United States Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8140 including the groundbreaking Certified Ethical Hacker (Practical)™ ethical hacking challenge exam and the EC-Council Certified Incident Handler  (ECIH)™. The inclusion of the CEH (Practical) Ethical Hacking Challenge exam is the first of its kind, recognizing the first and only six-hour Ethical Hacking Challenge Certification that is ISO/IEC 17024 accredited and offered to cybersecurity professionals.

This exam is part of the renowned Certified Ethical Hacker® certification, which helps cybersecurity professionals develop ethical hacking skills. During the CEH Practical exam, candidates demonstrate their ability to apply ethical hacking techniques in real-world scenarios. They use actual technologies and tools to conduct vulnerability assessments, exploit system vulnerabilities, and implement security measures to protect against cyber threats. It assesses the practical skills and knowledge of ethical hackers through a rigorous, six-hour, proctored exam.

“It’s an honor that our CEH (Practical)™ ethical hacking challenge exam and the EC-Council Incident handler™ certifications have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Defense,” said Jay Bavisi, Group President, EC-Council. “For more than two decades, we’ve demonstrated a commitment to excellence in cybersecurity education and this recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, and to our unwavering mission of creating a more secure digital future. By empowering cybersecurity professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to protect our nation’s critical systems, we are not only cultivating a proficient workforce but also shaping a stronger, more secure global landscape.”

Six EC-Council certifications have been approved as DoD 8140 Baseline certifications after meeting the ISO/IEC 17024 standard including the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)®, Certified Ethical Hacker (Practical)™, Certified Network Defender (CND)™, Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)™, Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)™and EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH) ™. This recognition helps strengthen national security in 28 important cybersecurity roles within the DoD Cyberspace Workforce Framework.

EC-Council certifications equip professionals with the skills to effectively combat cyber threats, safeguard critical infrastructure, and protect sensitive data. Covering areas such as ethical hacking, network defense, incident response, digital forensics, and cybersecurity leadership, these certifications provide tailored training to enhance job performance and contribute to national cybersecurity preparedness. Established in 1947, the Department of Defense (DoD) is responsible for protecting the United States from security threats. Recently, as noted by the DoD Workforce Innovation Directorate, DoD cyberspace introduced the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) expanding the scope of cyber skill development “from solely the information assurance workforce to a more inclusive focus comprised of personnel who build, secure, operate, defend, and protect DoD and U.S. cyberspace resources, conduct related intelligence activities, enable future operations, and project power in or through cyberspace.” The 28 roles EC-Council has been approved to certify for are included in the new expanded cyberspace roles.

Jay further commented, “This framework strengthens national defense and provides cybersecurity professionals with a clear path to career advancement. By bolstering our cybersecurity workforce, we enhance our ability to protect our digital infrastructure and data. With this recognition, the defense community will be able to essentially hack their way into DoD 8140 information assurance roles with EC-Council’s CEH practical challenge.”

“ANAB commends EC-Council for successfully attaining accreditation under ISO/IEC 17024 for its CEH(Practical) certification,” said Dr. Vijay Krishna, ANAB Vice President, Credentialing Programs. “The CEH (Practical) is a 100% competency-based certification that uses real-life scenarios and challenges to validate skills required in the ethical domains as outlined in the CEH program. EC-Council is the first ANAB-accredited cybersecurity certification body to develop a fully hands-on practical examination as an alternative to the traditional written examination for its Certified Ethical Hacking certification. The attainment of ANAB accreditation for a fully hands-on examination demonstrates EC Council’s commitment to the highest internationally recognized accreditation process.”

For more information regarding EC-Council’s range of certifications and their alignment with DoD Directive 8140, please click here. If you are a member of the Armed forces, please visit the link below to find EC-Council’s training and certification options; visit: https://www.eccouncil.org/government-cybersecurity-military-solutions/

About EC-Council

Founded in 2001, EC-Council is a trusted authority in cybersecurity education and certification. Best known for its Certified Ethical Hacker program, EC-Council also offers training, certificates, and degrees on a wide spectrum of subjects from Computer Forensic Investigation and Security Analysis to Threat Intelligence and Information Security. EC-Council is an ISO/IEC 17024 Accredited Organization recognized under the U.S. Defense Department Directive 8140/8570 and many other authoritative cybersecurity bodies worldwide. With over 350,000 certified professionals globally, EC-Council remains a gold standard in the industry.

With a steadfast commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, EC-Council maintains a global presence with offices in the US, the UK, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.

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FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION APPOINTS DAVID S. SCHULZ TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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LANCASTER, Pa., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fulton Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: FULT) (“Fulton”) today announced the appointment of David S. Schulz as a member of its board of directors (the “Board”) for a term commencing September 14, 2026 and expiring at Fulton’s 2027 annual meeting of shareholders.

“We’re excited to welcome Dave to Fulton’s board of directors,” said Curt Myers, Fulton Chairman, CEO, and President. “Dave brings extensive financial leadership experience gained through more than a decade of service with publicly traded companies. His expertise in finance, strategic planning, risk, and mergers and acquisitions will provide valuable perspective as we continue to execute our growth strategy and create long-term value for our shareholders, customers and communities.”

With the addition of Schulz, Fulton’s Board will have 11 members, and he will serve on the Audit and Risk committees. Schulz has also been appointed to the board of directors of Fulton’s banking subsidiary, Fulton Bank, N.A.

Schulz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wesco International, Inc. (“Wesco”) from 2016 to June 2020, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wesco from June 2020 to February 2026 and as Executive Vice President and Special Advisor to the CEO of Wesco from February 2026 until his retirement on May 31, 2026. 

Prior to joining Wesco, Schulz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Armstrong Flooring, Inc. and was previously Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. and Vice President of Finance of the Armstrong Building Products division.

Before joining Armstrong World Industries in 2011, he held various financial leadership roles with Procter & Gamble and The J.M. Smucker Company. He was also an officer in the United States Marine Corps.

In 2025, Schulz joined the board of Sterling Infrastructure, Inc., and he was appointed as chair of the audit committee in 2026. He also serves on the company’s compensation and talent development committee.

ABOUT FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION

Fulton, a $34 billion Lancaster, Pa.-based financial holding company, has more than 3,400 employees and operates more than 215 financial centers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and Virginia through Fulton Bank, N.A. Additional information on Fulton can be found at https://investor.fultonbank.com.

Contact: Steve Trapnell
717-291-2739

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Octavio Marquez Elected to MSA Safety Board of Directors

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PITTSBURGH, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of MSA Safety Inc. (NYSE: MSA), a global leader in the development of advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions, today announced that Octavio Marquez, president and chief executive officer of Diebold Nixdorf, has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors. His election was part of the MSA Board’s regular succession plans.

“We are very pleased to have the opportunity to add Octavio to the MSA Board,” said Robert A. Bruggeworth, MSA chairman. “He brings a broad range of executive leadership experience, including strategy development, capital allocation, business transformation and serving international markets, which will serve MSA well.”

“Octavio’s perspectives will be an asset to me and our entire Executive Leadership Team,” said Steven C. Blanco, MSA president and CEO. “It is a pleasure to welcome Octavio to MSA, and I look forward to working with him.”

Mr. Marquez joined Diebold Nixdorf in 2014 and has held senior leadership roles across the company’s Global Banking organization and its Americas region, including as executive vice president of Global Banking and senior vice president of the Americas. Before joining Diebold Nixdorf, Mr. Marquez held leadership positions at Dell EMC, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, IBM and NCR.

Diebold Nixdorf automates, digitizes and transforms the way people bank and shop. As a partner to the majority of the world’s top 100 financial institutions and top 25 global retailers, its integrated solutions connect digital and physical channels conveniently, securely and efficiently for millions of customers every day. Headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, Diebold Nixdorf employs approximately 20,000 employees globally, supporting more than 100 countries.

Mr. Marquez holds a degree in business and finance from Universidad Iberoamericana and has completed executive education programs at MIT Sloan, The Wharton School and The University of Texas at Austin.

About MSA Safety

MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) is the global leader in advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions. Driven by its singular mission of safety, the company has been at the forefront of safety innovation since 1914, protecting workers and facility infrastructure around the world across a broad range of diverse end markets while creating sustainable value for shareholders. With 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion, MSA Safety is headquartered in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, and employs a team of approximately 5,300 associates across its more than 40 international locations. For more information, please visit www.MSASafety.com.

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BlueFolder Field Service Software Launches New AI-Powered Features to Transform How Teams Work

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New AI capabilities instantly surface customer insights and transform technician notes into actionable summaries to help field service teams work faster, stay aligned, and deliver better service

AUBURN, Ala., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BlueFolder field service software recently announced the launch of two powerful new AI features: AI-Powered Customer Summaries and AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization. Together, these capabilities are designed to eliminate the time-consuming, manual work of reviewing fragmented customer records and lengthy technician notes—giving field service teams instant clarity to respond faster, make smarter decisions, and deliver exceptional service.

BlueFolder expands it’s field service and work order management suite with two exciting new AI field service features.

Built directly into the BlueFolder platform, both features leverage artificial intelligence to automatically compile and summarize complex, unstructured data into clear, easy-to-read overviews. The result: technicians, dispatchers, and managers always have the context they need, right when they need it.

AI-Powered Customer Summaries

As field service organizations grow, customer information becomes increasingly scattered across emails, service request logs, and communication histories. BlueFolder’s AI Customer Summary feature addresses this challenge head-on by consolidating those interactions into a single, actionable snapshot.

Instead of manually digging through multiple records before a service call or customer interaction, teams can now access a real-time summary highlighting key concerns, past service activity, and recent updates. The feature goes beyond basic summarization and surfaces critical business insights such as equipment past due for maintenance, approaching warranty expirations, and proactive revenue opportunities, empowering teams to recommend follow-ups or upgrades directly from the customer record.

Built-in traceability links each summary back to its original source communications, so users can validate insights with confidence, ensuring both speed and accuracy in every customer interaction.

AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization

In many service organizations, technicians log updates across multiple visits, often resulting in long, fragmented notes that are difficult to review at a glance. BlueFolder’s AI Field Notes Summarization feature solves this by automatically condensing multiple technician entries into a structured summary that highlights key milestones, actions taken, and next steps.

Rather than scrolling through pages of updates, managers and dispatchers can immediately understand job status and determine what needs to happen next, improving alignment between field and office teams, accelerating decision-making, and reducing miscommunication. The feature is especially valuable for complex or multi-day jobs, where clear continuity and smooth technician handoffs are critical to delivering consistent service. It’s another featuring making BlueFolder’s work order management software capabilities stronger every day.

“History is one of the most powerful tools a service team has — the problem is it’s usually buried. BlueFolder’s new AI features fix that. Your team walks into every interaction already knowing the customer, knowing the equipment, and exactly where things stand. That changes the entire experience,” says John Shaw, VP, Technology, Service Operations.

AI as a Core Part of the BlueFolder Platform

The launch of these two features reflects BlueFolder’s broader commitment to embedding AI throughout its field service management software as an integrated layer of intelligence that makes every workflow smarter. Rather than requiring teams to change how they work, BlueFolder’s AI capabilities are designed to surface the right information at the right moment automatically, within the tools that technicians, dispatchers, and managers already use every day.

“AI is transforming what’s possible in field service, and BlueFolder is answering that call. These features are the result of deep platform expertise and a clear vision for where the industry is headed. We’re embedding intelligence throughout the platform because we know it makes our customers more competitive, more efficient, and better positioned to grow,” says Stephen Myslicki, Group President of Field Services.

Availability

Both AI-Powered Customer Summaries and AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization are available now to BlueFolder customers as optional, easy-to-enable features within the platform. They are part of BlueFolder’s growing suite of AI-driven capabilities designed to help field service organizations operate more efficiently and scale with confidence.

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