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FOCUS Names Mark Phillips Senior Vice President of Business Development

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18-year carrier and insurance-services leader joins the AI-enabled insurance operations partner

SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FOCUS, the AI-enabled operations partner that has built and run the operations behind property and casualty carriers and MGAs for more than 25 years, today announced that Mark Phillips has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Business Development. Phillips will lead the FOCUS sales organization as the company expands its Launch, Grow, and Scale services and its new strategic partnerships, including its new listing in the Accelerant Marketplace.

Phillips brings 18 years in insurance, split between the carrier side and the services side. He sold personal lines at Liberty Mutual, underwrote at Grange, and led agency territories for Grange, Frankenmuth, and Nationwide across Ohio. He then spent five years at Patra and Genpact working with carrier, broker, and MGA executive teams to rebuild underwriting, claims, and finance operations, with automation and AI built into nearly every program.

“Mark has run the numbers from both sides,” said Pete Crowe, President of FOCUS. “He knows what a carrier or MGA operations leader is actually accountable for, and he knows what it takes to deliver against it with licensed people, real governance, and technology that earns its place in the workflow.”

FOCUS runs the operation behind a carrier’s or MGA’s program under the client’s own brand:

Licensed underwriting servicesCustomer service and agency servicesClaims FNOL intake, servicing, and claims process managementPolicy administration, print, and imagingAccounting and billing, including E&S taxes and filingsExposure management and reporting

The company’s 300+ U.S.-based team includes 100+ licensed insurance professionals. FOCUS has added 65 team members in 2026 to date, 15 of them licensed insurance professionals and 50 in operations and service roles, as clients launch and expand.

“I have watched carriers lose months waiting on a back office that was still being staffed, and I have watched MGAs give back capacity because the reporting could not keep up with the book,” said Mark Phillips, SVP, Business Development at FOCUS. “What sets FOCUS apart is the way licensed insurance expertise, technology, and AI work together as one operation. FOCUS is where I have seen that combination delivered successfully, and I wanted to be part of it.”

Carrier and MGA leaders can book time with the FOCUS team at ITC Vegas, September 29 through October 1 at teamfocusins.com/findfocus.

About FOCUS
FOCUS Insurance Services is an AI-enabled operations partner for property and casualty carriers and MGAs. For more than 25 years, FOCUS has built and run the operations behind profitable insurers and programs, covering licensed underwriting, customer service, claims FNOL intake and servicing, policy administration, accounting and billing, agency services, and exposure management. Learn more at teamfocusins.com.

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Unisys Transfers Approximately $200 Million of Its U.S. Defined Benefit Pension Obligations to New York Life Through the Purchase of a Group Annuity Contract

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Consistent with Unisys’ capital structure and pension strategy, this agreement reduces pension liabilities and lowers the future cost of fully removing its U.S. pension obligations

BLUE BELL, Pa., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Unisys (NYSE: UIS) today announced it closed an agreement with New York Life Insurance Company (“New York Life”) to purchase a group annuity contract totaling approximately $200 million using plan assets. Unisys will transfer projected benefit obligations valued at a similar amount related to certain retirees under one of the Company’s U.S. qualified pension plans to New York Life.

As outlined in Unisys’ July 2025 Capital Structure and Pension Strategy investor presentation, the Company targeted a $600 million reduction of U.S. qualified defined benefit pension plan liabilities. This latest annuity purchase transaction brings the cumulative reduction to approximately $520 million since July 2025. The Company anticipates completing one additional settlement by January 2027, which would bring the reduction in U.S. liabilities closer to achieving the target.

As part of the transfer, New York Life will assume responsibility for providing pension benefits for approximately 1,700 retirees and beneficiaries with monthly benefits lower than certain thresholds. There will be no changes to the gross amount, timing, or form of the monthly pension benefit payments, backed by New York Life’s financial strength and long-term commitment to policy owners.

Unisys anticipates that this action will result in a third-quarter 2026 one-time, non-cash, pre-tax settlement charge of approximately $150 million. Since the purchase will be made by the pension trust, there will be no impact on the Company’s cash position.

About Unisys

Unisys is a global technology solutions company that powers breakthroughs for the world’s leading organizations. Our solutions – cloud, AI, digital workplace, applications and enterprise computing – help our clients challenge the status quo and unlock their full potential. To learn how we have been helping clients push what’s possible for more than 150 years, visit unisys.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

About New York Life

New York Life Insurance Company (www.newyorklife.com), a Fortune 100 company founded in 1845, is the largest1 mutual life insurance company in the United States and one of the largest life insurers in the world. Headquartered in New York City, New York Life’s family of companies offers life insurance, disability income insurance, retirement income, investments, and long-term care insurance. New York Life has the highest financial strength ratings currently awarded to any U.S. life insurer from all four of the major credit rating agencies.2

1Based on revenue as reported by “Fortune 500 ranked within Industries, Insurance: Life, Health (Mutual),” Fortune magazine, 6/3/2026. For methodology, please see https://fortune.com/company/new-york-life-insurance/.
2Individual independent rating agency commentary as of 10/28/2025: A.M. Best (A++), Fitch (AAA), Moody’s Investors Service (Aa1), Standard & Poor’s (AA+).

Forward-Looking Statements

Any statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Unisys cautions readers that the assumptions forming the basis for forward-looking statements include many factors that are beyond Unisys’ ability to control or estimate precisely and are made based upon management’s current expectations, assumptions and beliefs as of this date concerning future developments and their potential effect upon Unisys. There can be no assurance that future developments will be in accordance with management’s expectations, assumptions and beliefs or that the effect of future developments on Unisys will be those anticipated by management. Forward-looking statements in this release include the impact on the U.S. pension. Additional information and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from Unisys’ expectations are contained in Unisys’ filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including Unisys’ Annual Reports on Form 10-K and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, recent Current Reports on Form 8-K, and other SEC filings, which are available at the SEC’s web site, http://www.sec.gov. Information included in this release is representative as of the date of this release only and while Unisys periodically reassesses material trends and uncertainties affecting Unisys’ results of operations and financial condition in connection with its preparation of management’s discussion and analysis of results of operations and financial condition contained in its Quarterly and Annual Reports filed with the SEC, Unisys does not, by including this statement, assume any obligation to review or revise any particular forward-looking statement referenced herein in light of future events.

RELEASE NO.: 0916/10070

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TE Connectivity declares quarterly dividend

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GALWAY, Ireland, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) announced today that its board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.78 per ordinary share, payable on December 11, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 20, 2026.

About TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more. Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat and Instagram

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Brightstar Lottery Showcases Innovative Lottery Solutions at NASPL 2026

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LONDON, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE: BRSL) (“Brightstar”) announced today that it will spotlight its comprehensive portfolio of lottery solutions at the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (“NASPL”) 2026 annual conference, from Sept. 21 – 24, in Orlando, Florida. Brightstar’s team of lottery experts will highlight solutions across content, retail performance, intelligent operations, and player experience designed to help lotteries drive growth and engage players.

“We are excited to connect with lottery leaders at NASPL 2026 and demonstrate how Brightstar’s solutions innovations and investment in transformation are designed to meet the evolving needs of lotteries that are operating in an environment of rapid technology advancements and new competitive threats,” said Marco Tasso, Brightstar Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Global Lottery. “As lotteries look for new ways to drive growth, improve performance, and engage players in this dynamic marketplace, we remain focused on delivering technology, expertise, and insights intended to support those objectives while generating sustainable results and long-term value for the communities they serve.”

NASPL attendees who explore Brightstar’s booth can experience a variety of engaging new products and services including:

Explore Games for All Experiences: Brightstar will spotlight its growing portfolio of omnichannel content and digital engagement solutions that offer players a variety of ways to play across retail and digital channels. Featured in the booth will be Brightstar’s portfolio of iconic licensed brands, including Wheel of Fortune, Ghostbusters™, and Rubik’s™, all available as omnichannel game offerings, as well as its partnership with iHeartRadio, which provides lotteries with extensive media reach and player engagement opportunities. Brightstar will feature Infinity Instants Frame™, a flexible platform that leverages infinity technology to create unique ticket designs across a variety of game types. Attendees can explore Brightstar’s latest patented draw game, WinMode™, alongside eInstant games engaging players across North America, including top-performing titles, new releases, and innovative features designed to support player engagement and portfolio growth.Drive Retail Growth: Showcased in this area of Brightstar’s booth are products and services designed to help lotteries and retailers remove barriers, simplify retail operations, enhance efficiency, and create more seamless experiences for retailers and players alike. Featured solutions include Retailer Lens, a versatile new device for ticket, barcode, QR code, and mobile content scanning; and Brightstar’s latest retailer terminals, Retailer Pro S2 and Retailer To Go S2. Brightstar will showcase how LotteryLink™, the compact solution that enables instant ticket and draw-game sales directly through a retailer’s point of sale environment, is actively supporting lottery retailers in the marketplace. Visitors can also learn how Brightstar is helping lotteries modernize retail operations through innovations such as predictive maintenance, remote visual assistance, and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools designed to help sales and field service teams to operate more effectively and efficiently.Accelerate Insights: Brightstar will demonstrate how AI, advanced analytics, and automation can help lottery teams work more effectively, uncover insights, strengthen player engagement, and improve operational efficiency. The area will also showcase how player feedback can complement traditional performance metrics to provide a more complete understanding of player preferences and behaviors. Demonstrations will include Brightstar’s Agentic Reporting Assistant, designed to facilitate interaction with lottery data; and Game Planner, an AI-assisted solution designed to simplify and enhance instant-game planning and forecasting. Attendees can also explore innovations across player marketing, game recommendations, bonus optimization, player segmentation, and business intelligence.Elevate Every Play: Brightstar will showcase innovative retail and digital solutions designed to help lotteries connect with players in new ways while delivering more personalized and convenient experiences across every touchpoint. Highlights include the GameFlex 48 vending machine, now providing players with access to 48 instant and draw games in lottery retail environments, and GameTouch Draw S2 with eInstants, which brings eInstant games into the retail environment. Attendees can also experience the SignaLink Player Experience and Connected Play solutions that help bridge retail and digital channels through features such as mobile-enabled game discovery, self-service claims, and paperless instant ticket concepts.

Brightstar leaders will also participate in several NASPL panel discussions including:

Wednesday, September 23Nathanael Worley, Brightstar Vice President, North American Sales Development, will participate in the “Product Management and Game Development” panel for a discussion on the trends, innovations and player expectations influencing the next generation of lottery products.Thursday, September 24Marco Tasso, Brightstar Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Global Lottery, will participate in the Premiere Member Panel to discuss the trends transforming lottery today and how lotteries can adapt, innovate and thrive in a changing market.Michelle Carney, Brightstar Vice President, Global Lottery Marketing, will deliver Brightstar’s Premier Partner Presentation on how lotteries can stay relevant, competitive and connected to the next generation of players.Jesse Saccoccio, Brightstar Senior Director, Lottery Product Management, will participate in the “Self-Checkout and Digital Lottery at Retail Blends” panel to share insights into the growing convergence of retail and digital play in a changing lottery industry.

About Brightstar Lottery PLC
Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE: BRSL) is a global leader in lottery focused on innovation and forward-thinking strategies and solutions, building on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, entertain players and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar serves nearly 90 lottery customers and their players on six continents. It is the primary technology provider to 26 of the 46 lottery jurisdictions in the U.S. and eight of the world’s 10 largest lotteries with central systems. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com or follow along on LinkedIn.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements (including within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) concerning Brightstar Lottery PLC and its consolidated subsidiaries (the “Company”) and other matters. These statements may discuss goals, intentions, and expectations as to future plans, trends, events, products and services, customer relationships, results of operations, financial condition, business opportunities, market developments, strategic initiatives, or otherwise, based on the current beliefs of the management of the Company, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, such management. Forward-looking statements may be accompanied by words such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “plan,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “continue,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “future,” “guidance,” “intend,” “may,” “will,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project” or the negative or other variations of those words or comparable terminology. Specifically, statements regarding the anticipated benefits, capabilities, performance, functionality, customer adoption, commercialization, market acceptance, growth potential, operational efficiencies, business opportunities, or future development of the Company’s products, technologies, digital initiatives, artificial intelligence solutions, and other offerings highlighted at NASPL 2026 are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions as of the date of this news release and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside the Company’s control, that could cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others, the Company’s ability to successfully develop, enhance, deploy, market and commercialize its products, technologies and services; customer acceptance and adoption of new products, services and technologies; the ability to convert customer interest, demonstrations, pilot initiatives or business discussions into commercial opportunities or contracts; the timing and success of product launches, implementations and deployments; the performance and reliability of the Company’s products and technologies; developments relating to artificial intelligence technologies and their use, regulation and adoption; competitive pressures; technological changes; cybersecurity and data privacy risks; changes in laws, regulations and governmental policies affecting the lottery industry; macroeconomic, political and regulatory uncertainty, including as a result of tariffs, trade restrictions and geopolitical events; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; and other risks and uncertainties described under “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F and in subsequent reports filed or furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and on the investor relations section of the Company’s website at www.brightstarlottery.com. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on such statements. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release speak only as of the date of this news release and, except as required by applicable law, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. All forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

Contact:
Mike DeAngelis, Corporate Communications, +1 (401) 392-1000, mike.deangelis@brightstarlottery.com
Matteo Selva, Italian media inquiries, +39 366 6803635 
James Hurley, Investor Relations, +1 (401) 392-7190

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