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Owner of 1,400 Design, Practical and Invention PatentsNext-Gen Storage and Portable Battery Charging Devices Continue Changing the Way We Interact with Tech

SINGAPORE, Aug. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UGREEN is pleased to announce the launch of its latest innovation in high capacity, fast-charging power banks. Weighing 64 to 112g less than its competitors with the same capacity, the UGREEN Nexode is “ultra-compact”. The column design streamlines the power bank’s dimensions, thereby enhancing the grip and overall handling experience. Two variations – 12000mAh 100W and 20000mAh 130W – will be available for purchase on Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop from 23 August 2024. Offline retailers will also carry the products at a later date

UGREEN was founded in 2012 and by 2014, had expanded into more than 100 countries.  In 2019, it won the IF Design Award[1] and Red Dot Award[2] for its innovative portable designs.  As one of the early adoptors of the advanced column design which internally stacks components to maximise space utilisation, UGREEN has been committed to crafting ultra-compact power banks since the start. With a powerful vision to remain user-centred and dedicated to innovative technology, the company has garnered more than 1,400 design and technical patents under its belt and continuously develops products to enhance lives and humanity.  In 2021, UGREEN was invested in by the investment giant, Hillhouse Capital[3], who has also funded high-quality and sustainable businesses such as Tencent, Miniso and Zoom.

A Battery Charger For the Future of Devices

With increasing reliance on electronic devices, consumers carry several electronic devices with them throughout the day, all of which require recharging at some point.  In endeavouring to stay true to their mission and make lives better, UGREEN specifically focused on developing higher capacity power banks to reduce weight and stress on users.  Often lauded as the only power bank worth having, UGREEN has delighted users since the launch of its first Nexode GaN chargers in 2021.

The dual-port output of the Nexode power bank fast charges 2 devices simultaneously, and the 2C1A interface allows users to charge of up to 3 devices at the same time. A smart TFT display gives real-time, intuitive information, and the switchable trickle mode allows users to reduce the charging current for different devices in order to safely charge low-current devices such as Bluetooth earphones and smartwatches. The power bank also comes with built-in real temperature monitoring and heat dissipation functions with a V-0 flame retardant casing that further reassures users of its overall safety.

The UGREEN Nexode 12000mAh 100W and 20000mAh 130W Power Banks retail for SGD 109.99 and SG 69.99 respectively.

More details on the UGREEN Nexode Power Banks is given in Appendix A.

To download a copy of UGREEN’s business profile, click here.

Website: www.ugreen.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ugreen.sg
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Official hashtags: #ugreen #ugreensingapore #ugreensg

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About UGreen

Established in 2012, UGREEN specialises in providing digital solutions for global consumers. During these 10 years, UGREEN has turned into an innovator by developing the independent research and development, design, manufacturing, and brand marketing capabilities. Ranging from charging devices, phone and computer accessories, to home and automobile accessories, UGREEN’s products are available in over 100 countries and regions around the world. Up to now, UGREEN has built an extensive distribution network consolidating online and offline channels and is always committed to providing innovative and valuable products and services that delight customers.  For more information, visit www.ugreen.com.

[1] https://ifdesign.com/en/ 

[2] https://www.red-dot.org/ 

[3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hillhouse_Investment 

APPENDIX A

UGREEN NEXODE POWER BANK DETAILS

Capacity/Power/

Port

20000mAh PD 130W+2C1A

 

Battery Type

Lithium-ion Battery

 

Retail Price

SGD 109.99

 

Purchase from

 

Shopee: https://shopee.sg/product/64922680/26753872611

Lazada: https://www.lazada.sg/products/i3079209306.html?spm=a1zawe.24863640.table_online_product.67.86e24edflyvtOs

TikTok: https://shop.tiktok.com/view/product/1729701251457451613?region=SG&locale=zh-CN 

 

Features

•  High-rate 20000mAh battery with 800 life cycles to 80% capacity.  

•  130W max. total output allows you to charge your laptop, tablet, and phone simultaneously.

•  The smart TFT display allows you to view the remaining battery, real-time working current, voltage, and dynamic power of each port.

•  Supports PD, PPS, QC, AFC, FCP, SCP, and more fast charging protocols. Compatible with low-current devices like Bluetooth earbuds and watches.

•  Features multiple protections such as overcurrent, overvoltage, overcharge, overdischarge, overtemperature, and short circuit.

•  Features a V-0 flame-retardant casing and a high-quality spray painting process.

•  The battery cells have passed international safety performance certifications such as CE, FCC, UKCA, PSE, and CB, ensuring their quality and safety.

•  Includes a 140W PD3.1 charging cable and a velvet bag.

 

Specifications

•  Battery Capacity:20000mAh (5000mAh×4)  

•  Battery Rated Energy:72Wh (14.4V 5000mAh)

•  USB-C1 Input: 5V⎓3A/9V⎓3A/12V⎓3A/15V⎓3A/20V⎓3.25A  65W Max

•  USB-C1 Output: 5V⎓3A/9V⎓3A/12V⎓3A/15V⎓3A/20V⎓5A 100W Max

•  USB-C2 Output:5V⎓3A/9V⎓3A/12V⎓2.5A/15V⎓2A 30W Max

•  USB-A Output: 10V⎓2.25A/5V⎓3A/9V⎓2A/12V⎓1.5A  5.5-11V⎓3A  33W Max

•  Multi-port Output (USB-C1+USB-C2):130W Max

•  Total Output: 5V⎓6A/9V⎓3A/12V⎓3A/15V⎓3A

•  Display: TFT display

•  Charging Time:  About 2 hours (with PD 65W charger)  

•  Dimensions:54×50×130 (mm) 

 

Capacity/Power/

Port

12000mAh PD 100W+1C1A

Battery Type

Lithium-ion Battery

 

Retail Price

SGD 69.99

 

Purchase from

 

Shopee: https://shopee.sg/product/64922680/29703962623/

Lazada: https://www.lazada.sg/products/i3096785576.html?spm=a1zawe.24863640.table_online_product.70.86e24edflyvtOs

TikTok: https://shop.tiktok.com/view/product/1729701251457451613?region=SG&locale=zh-CN

 

Features

•  High-rate 12000mAh battery with 500 life cycles to 80% capacity.  

•  Supports up to 100W single-port output, providing emergency power for devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones.

•  Supports PD, PPS, QC, AFC, FCP, SCP, and more fast charging protocols. Compatible with low-current devices like Bluetooth earbuds and watches.

•  With a 65W USB-C input, it can be fully charged in just 40 minutes.

•  Features multiple protections such as overcurrent, overvoltage, overcharge, overdischarge, overtemperature, and short circuit.

•  Features a V-0 flame-retardant casing and a high-quality spraypainting process.

•  The battery cells have passed international safety performance certifications such as CE, FCC, UKCA, PSE, and CB, ensuring their quality and safety.

•  Includes a 140W PD3.1 charging cable and a velvet bag.

 

Specifications

•  Battery Capacity:12000mAh(3000mAh×4)          

•  Battery Rated Energy:43.2Wh (14.4V 3000mAh)

•  USB-C1 Input: 5V⎓3A/9V⎓3A/12V⎓3A/15V⎓3A/20V⎓3.25A 65W Max

•  USB-C1 Output:5V⎓3A/9V⎓3A/12V⎓3A/15V⎓3A/20V⎓5A  100W Max

•  USB-A Output: 10V⎓2.25A/5V⎓3A/9V⎓2A/12V⎓1.5A  22.5W Max

•  Total Output: 5V⎓3A

•  Display: LCD digital display

•  Charging Time: About 40 minutes (with PD 65W charger)  

•  Dimensions:45×45×115 (mm)

 

 

Details on Features

Feature

Feature

Benefit

Ultra-portable Power-column Design

Advanced column design, with internal stacking to maximize space utilization. Lightweight and compact, easily be held on the palm.
(PB721) Dimensions: L 54  ×W 51 ×H 131 (mm), Weight: 480g.
(PB724) Dimensions: L 45.5  ×W 46 ×H 115 (mm), Weight: 309g.

Easy to hold with one hand, travel-friendly
With a narrower width and smaller size, it can be easily held with one hand and placed in a carry-on suitcase or personal briefcase, reducing space occupancy. Additionally, it is lighter in weight, and carrying it in a handbag won’t add much weight burden. Carrying a high-power and high-capacity charging assistant becomes effortless.

100W Super Fast Charging

The C1 port supports 100W output and can power laptops as well as provide fast charging for smartphones and tablets. In 30 minutes, it can charge the Macbook Pro 16″ to 43% (PB721) and 28% (PB724)

100W fast charging, worry-free work anytime, anywhere
With a maximum 100W Type-C single-port output, it can not only power your laptop, but also provide fast charging for smartphones and tablets. It is suitable for business travelers on the go, providing emergency power for laptops so you can work worry-free anytime, anywhere. It also supports fast charging for mobile devices, allowing you to charge faster than using them, saving you waiting time during your travels.

12000 or 20000mAh Large Capacity

 

PB721: 20000mAh, which can fully charge a MacBook Air once and fully charge an iPhone 15 four times (estimated).
PB724: 12000mAh, which can fully charge an iPhon15 1.28 times (data pending testing).

20000mAh large capacity, worry-free power on the go
With a capacity of 20000mAh, it has enough power to provide emergency power for laptops during travel or to fully charge devices such as smartphones and tablets multiple times. Whether it’s for work or entertainment on the go, you don’t have to worry about your devices running out of power.

TFT Smart Display

Equipped with a TFT screen (Thin Film Transistor liquid crystal display), it has high resolution, high color reproduction, and fast response.
The screen intelligently displays different status information, including battery level, real-time voltage, real-time current, and power of different interfaces.

Smart TFT display, real-time and intuitive information
Through the screen, users can intuitively understand the working status of each interface and the power distribution. When charging with a single port or multiple ports, it helps users to know the charging status of different devices, avoiding situations where devices are not charged or the charging power is not matched.

130W Two-Port Charging

C1 port supports 100W max output, C2 port supports 30W max output. When both ports are simultaneously outputting, they can reach the maximum output power of each port separately, providing a total output power of up to 130W (100W + 30W).

130W dual-port output, double the fast charging
When both ports are used for output, it supports up to 130W. The C1 and C2 ports can simultaneously provide power to laptops and fast charging for iPhones respectively. Charging two devices simultaneously doubles the efficiency during travel.

Charge 2 Devices Together (PB724)

The type-C port supports 100W output, USB-A port supports 22.5W output. It can support charging two devices simultaneously, and when both ports are outputting at the same time, the total power is 20W.

Charging two devices simultaneously
The Type-C port and USB-A port can simultaneously provide power to two different devices. Charging two devices simultaneously doubles the efficiency during travel.

Charge 3 Devices Together (PB721)

 

Equipped with 2 Type-C ports and 1 USB-A port. C1 port has a maximum output of 100W, C2 port has a maximum output of 30W, and the USB-A port has a maximum output of 22.5W.
When all three ports are simultaneously outputting, the C1 port has a maximum output of 100W, and the C2 and A ports share a total power of 15W.

Charge 3 Devices at Once
With the 2C1A interface design, it can charge up to three devices simultaneously. In high-frequency travel scenarios, it can charge laptops, smartphones, and headphones at the same time. The C1 port with 100W can charge the laptop, while the C2 and A ports share 15W to charge the smartphone and earphones simultaneously.

65W Fast Recharging

The C1 port can provide both input and output. When recharging the power bank through the C1 port, the maximum input power is 65W, and it takes about 2 hours (PB721) or 1.5 hours (PB724) to complete the charging.

2-hour fast recharging, always ready to go
With 65W input, the power bank can be fully charged in 2 hours, saving preparation and waiting time for the journey. During the travel process, it can be quickly recharged in a hotel room or conference office, eliminating the need for long waiting times and saving travel time.

13-Layer Safety Protection

Features 13 layers of protection, including high temperature protection, low temperature protection, input overcurrent protection, output overcurrent protection, input overvoltage protection, output overvoltage protection, overcharge protection, overdischarge protection, overpower protection, undervoltage protection, short circuit protection, Manual Reset Protection, and Auto Circuit Interruption. It also has international safety certifications such as European REACH/CE/ROHS certification, UK UKCA certification, Japanese PSE certification, US FCC/UL/DOE certification, and other certifications including CESI national standard and CB certification.

Durable and prevents device damage
It supports multiple protections to handle different safety situations, including high temperature protection, low temperature protection, input overcurrent protection, output overcurrent protection, input overvoltage protection, output overvoltage protection, overcharge protection, overdischarge protection, overpower protection, undervoltage protection, short circuit protection, Manual Reset Protection, and Auto Circuit Interruption. It has passed multiple international safety certifications, including REACH, CE, ROHS, UKCA, PSE, FCC, UL, DOE, CESI, and CB. These comprehensive safety measures ensure the durability and longevity of the product. Whether in use or idle, there is no need to worry about the power bank burning or exploding due to various factors, nor do you need to worry about the power bank damaging charging devices.

Automotive Grade Lithium-ion Power Cell

PB721: It adopts the 21700 battery cell, which is a new type of lithium-ion battery. Well-known electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla also uses the 21700 battery cell internally. Compared to the traditional 18650 battery cell, the 21700 battery cell has a higher energy density, allowing for more capacity in a smaller volume, and it has a longer lifespan and better durability. It supports up to 800 cycles (80% or more capacity retention). After a continuous aging test of 120 days, the performance remains the same. In addition, it has passed multiple certifications such as the CESI national standard, US UL certification, UN38.3 and MSDS transportation reports, as well as CB certification.

Large capacity in a compact size, extended lifespan
The 21700 battery cells have a higher energy density, allowing our power bank to accommodate more capacity in a smaller size, providing a longer charging lifespan. Moreover, these battery cells have a longer lifespan and better durability, making our power bank more durable. After 800 charge and discharge cycles, the capacity still retains over 80%, making it more long-lasting. With multiple certifications, it is also safer.

PB724: It adopts the 18650 battery cell, which is a type of lithium-ion battery. Compared to pouch batteries, it has a longer lifespan and better durability. After a continuous aging test of 120 days, the performance remains the same. It has also undergone multiple certifications including the CESI national standard and US UL certification, as well as UN38.3 and MSDS transportation reports, and CB certification, making it safer.

Large capacity in a smaller size, extended lifespan
The 18650 battery cell has a higher energy density, allowing our power bank to accommodate more capacity in a smaller size, providing a longer charging lifespan. Moreover, this battery cell has a longer lifespan and better durability, making our power bank more durable and long-lasting. With multiple certifications, it is also safer.

Thermal Guard™ System

It is equipped with a large area metal heat sink and NTC temperature control detection, with temperature measurements conducted 200 times per second.

Real-time temperature monitoring, high-speed heat dissipation, safe and reassuring
It is equipped with a large metal heat sink, which allows for faster heat conduction. The NTC temperature control detection system monitors temperature fluctuations in real-time, conducting temperature measurements 200 times per second, to prevent the power bank from overheating and mitigate the risk of self-ignition or explosion. The shell is made of V-0 flame retardant material, which complies with the V-0 fire protection grade in the international flame retardancy standard UL94, effectively preventing combustion or slowing down its spread.

Premium Minimalistic Design

 It adopts the advanced column design, with the high-quality spray painting process and a gray color scheme.

Premium and minimalist, business demeanor
With a power-column design and a space gray color scheme, it has a visually refreshing, high-end, and minimalist visual style, suitable for business professionals who appreciate a high-end demeanor and meets the needs of tech-savvy users. The power-column design also makes it more compact in size, convenient for one-handed grip, and easy to use during travel without any fuss.

Wide Compatibility with 1000+ Devices

Supports charging protocols such as PD, PPS, QC, AFC, FCP, SCP, UFCS, compatible with mainstream electronic devices from various brands.

Compatible with 1000+ devices, simplify complexity
Supports charging protocols such as PD, PPS, QC, AFC, FCP, SCP, UFCS, covering mainstream electronic devices from various brands, and has a wide range of charging compatibility. It is also compatible with low current electronic products such as Bluetooth earphones and smartwatches for charging.

Anti-slip Pad

The side of the power bank is designed with anti-slip pads to enhance friction when placed on a flat surface.

Anti-slip pads for stable and secure standing
During simultaneous charging with multiple ports, it is often necessary to stably place the power bank to avoid accidentally dropping fragile electronic products along with the cables. We have added anti-slip pads in the product design, which prevent sliding when placed horizontally, providing a more stable and reliable working environment.

Airline Approved

Rated capacity is 44Wh (PB724) and 72Wh (PB721), compliant with boarding requirements.

No battery anxiety on board
Usually, US and German flights restrict power banks with a capacity of over 100Wh from being brought onto the plane. Our power bank has a rated capacity of 72Wh, so it complies with the boarding requirements. You can freely carry our power bank on board, and there will be no battery anxiety during long-haul flights.

Trickle Charging Mode

Supports trickle charging mode, which reduces the current to adapt to low current devices such as Bluetooth earphones and smartwatches.

Switchable trickle mode, safe fast charging, and extended battery life for smartphones and other devices. It can also provide safe charging for low-current devices such as Bluetooth earphones and smartwatches.

 

 

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NIX United Achieves AWS AI Competency After Rigorous Audit

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AI-enabled software development company NIX United has officially achieved the AWS AI Competency designation from Amazon Web Services (AWS). The recognition validates NIX’s proven expertise in architecting, securing, and deploying enterprise-grade artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions on AWS.

TAMPA, Fla., July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — For enterprise organizations, the designation provides independent validation of NIX’s end-to-end AI capabilities across solution architecture, data security, governance, and operational excellence. It is based on successful production deployments, including a generative AI customer feedback analytics platform and an AI-powered medical education solution. The competency also provides eligible customers with access to AWS-validated frameworks, specialized technical resources, and AWS GenAI Innovation Funding programs.

“AI must be engineered for long-term production value,” said Artur Bakulin, Head of RnD and Innovation at NIX United. “Earning the AWS AI Competency reflects our commitment to building AI architectures grounded in verifiable return on investment.”

Moving Beyond AI Demos to Production Value

While AI adoption accelerates, organizations face a critical barrier: transitioning from impressive proofs of concept to production-grade applications. Building AI for the modern enterprise requires solving complex challenges around regulatory compliance and seamless system integration.

To earn the AWS AI Competency, NIX completed a comprehensive technical audit demonstrating its ability to deliver scalable AI solutions. The evaluation covered engineering practices, security controls, governance frameworks, and operational excellence, while highlighting NIX’s experience applying generative AI to complex business workflows.

Strategic Benefits for Enterprise Clients

“AI must be engineered for long-term production value,” said Artur Bakulin, Head of RnD and Innovation at NIX United. “Earning the AWS AI Competency reflects our commitment to building AI architectures grounded in verifiable return on investment.”

For NIX clients, this designation provides:

Reduced project risk through AWS-validated architectures that support data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.Faster project execution with access to eligible AWS funding programs, including subsidized AI assessments, Proofs of Concept (PoCs), and AWS GenAI Innovation Funding.Long-term scalability with solutions engineered to move seamlessly from pilot projects to business-critical production environments.

Organizations exploring generative AI initiatives can work with NIX experts to evaluate their eligibility for the AWS GenAI Innovation Funding Program and identify opportunities to accelerate adoption.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What specific competency did NIX United achieve?

A: NIX achieved the AWS AI Competency, a formal designation by Amazon Web Services verifying a partner’s technical proficiency and robust customer success in delivering generative AI solutions.

Q: What criteria did AWS use to evaluate NIX United?

A: AWS conducted a comprehensive technical audit covering NIX’s solution architecture, security controls, governance frameworks, and delivery methodology.

Q: How can enterprise clients fund their AI initiatives with NIX United?

A: Through NIX’s status as an advanced AWS partner, eligible clients can access the AWS GenAI Innovation Funding Program to offset costs for AI assessments, proofs-of-concept, and full-scale implementations.

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Yevheniia Kryvenko, NIX United, 1 7272563558, yevheniia.kryvenko@nixs.com, NIX United

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Apollo and San Jose Earthquakes Announce Official Sleeve and Go-to-Market Partnership, Bringing the AI GTM System to Major League Soccer

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First-of-its-kind partnership to help Earthquakes capitalize on soccer’s surging popularity through AI-powered GTM transformation

SAN FRANCISCO, July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Apollo, the AI go-to-market system, announced today a multiyear Official Sleeve Partnership with Major League Soccer’s San Jose Earthquakes that entails becoming both the club’s Official Go-to-Market Partner and the first go-to-market (GTM) company to combine a professional sports sponsorship with a full-scale partnership for revenue operations transformation.

As soccer continues its unprecedented rise in popularity across the United States, with MLS seeing a 62% year-over-year increase in viewership to kick off the 2026 season, the unique partnership positions the Earthquakes to modernize their GTM, accelerate revenue and capitalize on the sport’s expanding global audience.

In the partnership, Apollo will serve as both a brand sponsor with its logo featured prominently on the right sleeve of the Earthquakes’ jersey, and as a technology partner, powering the club’s GTM strategy. The club will deploy Apollo’s system across key revenue-generating functions, including group ticket sales, sponsorship pipeline management, inbound lead routing and season ticket renewals, creating a modern GTM system designed to drive fan engagement and commercial growth.

“We see this partnership as a natural extension of Apollo’s mission to make world-class go-to-market accessible to everyone by bringing it to the world’s most popular game,” said Matt Curl, CEO of Apollo. “Soccer is entering an incredible growth phase in the U.S., creating a once-in-a-generation opportunity for clubs to deepen fan relationships and accelerate commercial growth. Every professional sports team is running a revenue business focused on finding customers, engaging fans, growing sponsorships and driving renewals. By bringing together data, intelligence and execution into one system, we’re helping the Earthquakes build a modern commercial operation that will become a model for the future of sports.”  

The partnership reflects Apollo’s broader vision that every organization can benefit from its AI GTM system. With the rise in soccer’s popularity, clubs face increasing pressure to convert fan interest into lasting relationships, ticket sales, sponsorships and recurring revenue. While sports organizations have historically relied on fragmented tools across ticketing, sponsorship sales, CRM and marketing, Apollo brings those workflows together into one connected system to help organizations capitalize on this moment.

For the Earthquakes, that means:

Modernizing group ticket sales workflowsImproving inbound lead managementGrowing sponsorship pipelineStreamlining season ticket renewal campaignsGiving sales and marketing teams a unified system

“While excitement around soccer continues to grow across the country, we’re investing in the technology and systems that will help us better engage our supporters and continue growing our commercial business,” said Earthquakes President Jared Shawlee. “I started my career in sales and have never seen the kind of technology that Apollo provides. This will transform our approach to sales and marketing by giving us one system to connect data, automate workflows and create a more connected experience for Quakes fans throughout their journey with the club.”

“We are excited to roll out the Apollo AI GTM system to revenue teams across our organization,” added Earthquakes Chief Strategy Officer Ian Anderson. “Apollo is at the forefront of AI-powered GTM and the Quakes are committed to being ahead of the technology curve for our industry.”

The Earthquakes become Apollo’s first official sports partner, laying the foundation for a broader strategy to bring modern GTM technology to sports organizations worldwide. Apollo plans to use the partnership as a blueprint for working with hundreds of professional sports organizations facing similar revenue and commercial challenges.

“This is just the beginning,” added Curl. “Professional sports organizations have the same GTM challenges as fast-growing businesses. We’re excited to demonstrate what’s possible when data, intelligence, and execution come together in a single system to help teams build stronger relationships with fans, partners, and customers.”

The partnership will officially debut ahead of the Earthquakes’ annual California Clasico match on Saturday, July 25, against the LA Galaxy at Stanford Stadium, with Apollo and the club jointly celebrating the launch through customer events, social activations and in-stadium experiences.

About Apollo
Apollo is the AI GTM System that uniquely combines data, intelligence, and execution in one loop helping every business find and win their next customer. Trusted by millions of users and over 600,000 companies worldwide, Apollo combines one of the industry’s largest B2B contact databases with a purpose built GTM intelligence engine and a full execution stack, in an all-in-one system. Learn more at apollo.io.

About San Jose Earthquakes
The San Jose Earthquakes, one of Major League Soccer’s original teams, are the epicenter for soccer in Northern California, playing at the highest professional level in the United States. The club won MLS Cups in 2001 and 2003 and took home Supporters’ Shields in 2005 and 2012. The Earthquakes are based out of PayPal Park, an 18,000-seat soccer-specific stadium that opened in 2015 and is the first cloud-enabled venue in MLS. The organization was originally founded in 1974 in the North American Soccer League, and in 2024, celebrated its 50th anniversary of positively impacting communities around Northern California. The club’s nonprofit arm, the Quakes Foundation, focuses on health and fitness initiatives for local underserved youth and fighting food insecurity. For more information about the Earthquakes, visit sjearthquakes.com.

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CIQ Arms Federal Agencies and Contractors with Kernel-Level Detection and BOD 26-04-Compliant Remediation

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RLC Pro Hardened and Ascender Pro together give federal teams kernel exploitation detection as it happens and CVE remediation before it wipes out an entire fleet

RENO, Nev., July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CIQ, the founding commercial sponsor of Rocky Linux, today announced the launch of an RLC Pro Hardened and Ascender Pro deployment that gives federal agencies real-time kernel exploit detection, audit-ready compliance, and automated remediation in a single deployment. The pairing gives federal teams a stronger position inside the three-day remediation window Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 26-04 sets for the highest-risk vulnerabilities on federal systems.

On June 10, 2026, CISA issued BOD 26-04, and the three-day clock starts when a flaw enters the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, not when a patch ships. For the most dangerous vulnerabilities, the exploit often arrives before the patch does, leaving agencies with a compliance deadline and no fix to apply yet. Non-compliance penalties can include a range of administrative consequences, including greater regulatory oversight and asset disconnection.

RLC Pro Hardened, CIQ’s federal-ready Enterprise Linux distribution, answers that gap. It is the first Enterprise Linux distribution to ship runtime kernel exploitation detection enabled and supported by default, giving agencies a record of what happened during the window before a fix shipped. CIQ delivered that capability well before BOD 26-04 put federal agencies on a three-day clock.

“A single critical vulnerability can impact an entire federal fleet before it’s even confirmed as a CVE,” said Gregory Kurtzer, founder and CEO of CIQ. “RLC Pro Hardened’s LKRG catches the exploit behavior at the kernel the moment it happens, patch or no patch. Once remediation is required, Ascender Pro orchestrates it across the entire fleet and proves it happened, system by system. Agencies get both sides covered without rebuilding their infrastructure.”

RLC Pro Hardened ships with Linux Kernel Runtime Guard (LKRG), which validates kernel integrity continuously and records kernel-level exploitation as it happens. The distribution also arrives audit-ready, with FIPS 140-3 validated cryptography and CIQ-engineered lockdown playbooks for DISA STIG, CIS and NIST 800-171.

Ascender Pro adds Reaqt, an event-driven engine that watches fleet logs, matches them against rule sets, and fires the right Ansible playbook automatically. Across a fleet, that closes issues faster than manual, ticket-driven review.

More About BOD 26-04

BOD 26-04 replaced the severity-score deadlines of BOD 22-01 and BOD 19-02 with a risk model. It scores each vulnerability on four factors: public exposure, presence in the KEV catalog, exploit automation and technical impact. A vulnerability that meets all four carries a three-calendar-day remediation deadline, the shortest CISA has set in a Binding Operational Directive. Agency remediation policies must support the directive by August 7, 2026.

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