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eX² Technology Announces Long-Term Dark Fiber Agreement on Navajo County Middle-Mile Network, Strengthening Strategic Southwest Connectivity Corridor

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20-Year Agreement Underscores eX²’s Integrated Operations, Maintenance & Commercialization (OM&C) Model and Long-Term Infrastructure Partnership Approach

OMAHA, Neb., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — eX² Technology, a single source solution for those seeking to build, scale or future proof their communications infrastructure, today announced the execution of a dark fiber Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) agreement for dedicated fiber capacity with an Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (ILEC) on the Navajo County middle-mile fiber network in Arizona.

The 20-year agreement leverages the full 106-mile Navajo County middle-mile route and represents continued momentum in the commercialization of strategic middle-mile infrastructure across the Southwest. Positioned within a rapidly evolving regional connectivity landscape, Northeastern Arizona is emerging as a critical link in broader inter-state infrastructure corridors, supporting increased demand for resilient, high-capacity network routes across adjacent markets.

“This agreement reflects the long-term vision behind Navajo County’s investment in middle-mile infrastructure,” said Bryan Layton, Navajo County Manager. “By partnering with eX², we are ensuring this network is not only built to carrier-grade standards but also operated, maintained and commercialized in a way that delivers sustained value to service providers, businesses and communities across the region.”

The Navajo County middle-mile network was designed and constructed by eX² Technology on behalf of Navajo County and funded through a combination of federal and state resources, including American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds awarded to the State of Arizona and subsequently allocated through Arizona Commerce Authority’s (ACA) Rural Arizona Broadband Development Grant Program.

As Navajo County’s exclusive Operations, Maintenance, and Commercialization (OM&C) partner, eX² Technology is responsible for the long-term performance, reliability and monetization of the network. This integrated model enables eX² Technology to deliver a full suite of carrier-grade infrastructure services, ensuring that publicly funded assets are not only deployed successfully, but maintained and monetized effectively over time.

“Our focus is not just on designing and building infrastructure, but on maintaining and commercializing it over the long term,” said Jay Jorgensen, COO of eX² Technology. “For more than a decade, we have structured and executed long-term, exclusive agreements that enable our public-sector partners to maximize the value of their network assets while delivering reliable, scalable connectivity to carriers, hyperscalers, utilities, and other critical stakeholders.”

The agreement supports the ILEC’s broader initiative to expand network capacity, enhance route diversity and deliver high-performance services across its footprint. More broadly, it reflects increasing demand from regional and national stakeholders seeking access to strategically located, carrier-neutral middle-mile infrastructure.

With growing infrastructure investment and interconnection activity across the Southwest, the Navajo County network is uniquely positioned within a network of emerging high-capacity corridors. eX² Technology continues to work with carriers, hyperscale providers, utilities, and public-sector entities to extend and integrate these routes, reinforcing the region’s role as a critical connectivity hub.

Through its OM&C model, eX² provides:

Long-term asset stewardship and performance assuranceCarrier-grade operations and maintenanceStrategic commercialization and market engagementScalable infrastructure solutions aligned to evolving regional demand

This approach enables repeatable success for public-sector clients while creating a reliable foundation for private-sector investment and network expansion.

Organizations interested in accessing dark fiber along the Navajo County middle-mile route or exploring partnership opportunities across eX²’s growing Southwest footprint are encouraged to visit https://ex2technology.com/navajo-county.

“This agreement demonstrates how strategic infrastructure, combined with experienced long-term partners, can unlock lasting regional impact,” added Jorgensen. “We are committed to delivering and sustaining the networks that power economic growth, connectivity and innovation.”

About eX² Technology
eX² Technology is a single source solution for organizations seeking to build, scale, or future proof their communications infrastructure. The company is a turnkey network services provider, integrating design and construction with operations, maintenance and network asset commercialization. eX² specializes in fiber optic network solutions and services and partnering with public and private entities to deliver broadband, intelligent transportation, smart city and private network systems.

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Saab receives order for RBS 70 NG from Finland

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STOCKHOLM, Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Saab has signed a contract and received an initial order from The Finnish Defence Forces Logistics Command for deliveries of the RBS 70 NG air defence solution. The order value is SEK 1.2 billion

The new contract also enables Finland to place additional future orders for the RBS 70 NG as well as training, spare parts and maintenance equipment.

“We are proud to continue supporting Finland’s Defence Forces and contributing to keeping the nation’s skies safe. With RBS 70 NG, Finland will receive a state-of-the art short-range air defence capability to effectively meet evolving aerial threats,” says Görgen Johansson, head of Saab’s business area Dynamics.

The Finnish Defence Forces has been a user of the previous version of RBS 70 since 2008. The latest generation, RBS 70 NG, features the unjammable laser-guided missile while also adding a range of new capabilities, such as an automatic target tracker and built-in night capability which further increase hit probability and enhance operational use. 

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Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

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4‑Year Running: Anti-Cheat Expert (ACE) Appears at Gamescom, Partnering with European Game Studios

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COLOGNE, Germany, Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Anti-Cheat Expert (ACE) returned to Gamescom for the fourth consecutive year, presenting a full-lifecycle security framework for complex game operations. During the event, ACE and Tencent Cloud signed a partnership agreement with German game developer Sandbox Interactive GmbH. The Android client of Sandbox Interactive’s sandbox MMORPG Albion Online will integrate ACE Anti-Cheat Standard, with the protected version scheduled to launch by the third quarter of 2026.

As games expand across platforms and regions, security risks increasingly extend beyond individual matches. Cheating can affect competitive fairness, player assets, virtual economies and the long-term health of live-service titles. Developers therefore need security systems that evolve alongside changing gameplay, operating environments and threat patterns.

Drawing on 21 years of experience, ACE connects anti-cheat protection, game and client hardening, in-game economic risk management and game threat intelligence. By combining technical defense with risk assessment and ongoing operational support, ACE helps mobile and PC developers move from responding to isolated incidents toward managing security throughout the game lifecycle.

ACE and Tencent Cloud formalized their cooperation with Sandbox Interactive during Gamescom, bringing ACE’s mobile game security experience to Albion Online. The title combines cross-platform gameplay with a player-driven economy, where combat, resource production, trading and persistent player assets are closely connected. Following more than a year of evaluation, testing and technical consultation, Sandbox Interactive selected ACE Anti-Cheat Standard (for Android), supported by Tencent Cloud’s technical and localized services.

Jon Davis, Technical Director at Sandbox Interactive, said ACE delivered the detection coverage required by the project, while the responsiveness of the ACE and Tencent Cloud teams helped advance the international integration efficiently. He added that stronger two-way validation between the client and server was an important extension of the game’s existing anti-cheat efforts.

Over the past 21 years, ACE has served hundreds of games and hundreds of millions of players worldwide. Its fourth consecutive Gamescom appearance reflects its continued effort to turn security expertise validated at scale within Tencent Games into adaptable services for global developers, helping build fairer, healthier and more sustainable game environments.

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i2Cool Expands Electricity-Free Cooling Portfolio as Europe Faces Intensifying Heatwaves

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New CorroCool coating extends passive radiative cooling technology to outdoor electrical cabinets, industrial equipment and metal infrastructure

HONG KONG, Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Kong climate technology company i2Cool has expanded its electricity-free cooling portfolio with the launch of CorroCool, a cooling and anti-corrosion coating developed for metal structures, outdoor electrical cabinets and industrial equipment.

The new product extends i2Cool’s passive radiative cooling technology beyond rooftops and windows into industrial and infrastructure applications, where prolonged solar exposure can raise surface and internal operating temperatures.

Together with the company’s existing electricity-free cooling coatings, membranes, window films and textiles, CorroCool forms part of a multi-surface cooling portfolio designed for buildings, infrastructure and everyday environments.

The launch comes as repeated heatwaves place growing pressure on buildings, public health and energy systems across Europe.

Europe’s Heatwaves Highlight a Growing Cooling Gap

Western Europe experienced an unusually early and intense heatwave between 21 and 30 May 2026. In parts of western France, England and Wales, daily average temperatures rose more than 10°C above seasonal norms, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service.

The heat intensified in June, which became the hottest June recorded in Western Europe. High daytime and nighttime temperatures increased heat stress while preventing many buildings from releasing the heat accumulated during the day.

Europe’s existing building stock was largely designed to retain warmth. With air conditioning still absent from many homes and older buildings often difficult to retrofit, the region faces a growing need for cooling approaches that can complement mechanical air conditioning without placing further pressure on electricity systems.

Cooling Without Electricity or Refrigerants

i2Cool’s electricity-free cooling technology is based on passive radiative cooling. Its materials reflect incoming solar radiation while releasing thermal energy through the mid-infrared atmospheric window.

This allows treated surfaces to dissipate heat continuously without consuming electricity or using refrigerants.

Rather than replacing air conditioning, the technology can work alongside existing systems by reducing solar heat gain and lowering the cooling load placed on buildings and equipment. It can also provide passive thermal protection in locations where mechanical cooling is unavailable, impractical or too costly to operate continuously.

“Extreme heat is no longer limited to regions traditionally associated with hot climates,” said Prof. Martin Zhu, Co-founder and CEO of i2Cool. “As heatwaves become more frequent, cooling solutions must be accessible, energy-efficient and adaptable to existing buildings and infrastructure. Electricity-free cooling can become part of a broader heat-resilience strategy.”

From Rooftops and Windows to Industrial Infrastructure

i2Cool has developed its passive radiative cooling technology into materials for different surfaces and application environments:

Electricity-free cooling coatings and membranes can be applied to rooftops and external surfaces, supporting both new construction and existing-building retrofits.Electricity-free cooling film can be installed on windows, glass façades, skylights and sunrooms to reduce heat entering through glazing while retaining natural daylight.CorroCool cooling and anti-corrosion coating combines passive cooling with protection for metal structures, outdoor electrical cabinets and industrial equipment.Electricity-free cooling textiles extend the technology to awnings, tents, outdoor products, protective clothing and other everyday applications.

Across completed i2Cool projects, these solutions have delivered rooftop surface-temperature reductions of up to 42.9°C, indoor temperature reductions of up to 10°C and air-conditioning energy savings of up to 42%. Actual performance varies according to climate, building conditions and application type.

Supporting More Heat-Resilient Environments

The World Health Organization identifies heat stress as the leading cause of climate-related death in its European Region, which is warming at approximately twice the global average rate.

Responding to rising temperatures will require a combination of heat-warning systems, public cooling spaces, improved ventilation, shading, insulation, efficient air conditioning and passive cooling materials.

By reducing heat gain directly at exposed surfaces, electricity-free cooling can help improve thermal comfort, protect temperature-sensitive infrastructure and reduce the additional electricity demand created by more frequent extreme heat.

Through the expansion of its product portfolio, i2Cool aims to make passive cooling applicable across a wider range of buildings, industrial facilities and everyday environments.

About i2Cool

i2Cool is an energy-saving new materials company specialising in electricity-free cooling technology. Inspired by nature, the company develops passive radiative cooling materials and solutions for buildings, industrial facilities, transportation and everyday applications.

Its technologies are designed to provide continuous cooling without electricity or refrigerants, helping reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.

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