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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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Achieve named to Az Business Magazine’s ’10 Best Places for Women to Work in Arizona’ for 2026

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Recognition highlights the company’s commitment to creating opportunities for women to grow and lead

SAN MATEO, Calif., July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Achieve, the leader in digital personal finance, has been named among the 2026 10 Best Places for Women to Work in Arizona by Az Business Magazine. The annual recognition highlights organizations that create supportive environments where women can thrive professionally, advance into leadership roles and build meaningful careers.

The honor reflects Achieve’s ongoing investment in workplace programs that support employee growth, flexibility, leadership development and career advancement. Women serve in leadership roles across the organization and play a critical role in shaping the company’s culture, products and long-term success.

“Creating an environment where women can grow, lead and build rewarding careers is central to who we are as a company,” said Achieve Senior Vice President of Human Resources Heather Marcom. “We’re honored to be recognized among Arizona’s top workplaces for women and remain committed to fostering a culture where employees feel supported, valued and empowered to do their best work.”

Achieve maintains a major corporate presence in the Phoenix area, where hundreds of employees contribute to the company’s mission of helping people move from struggling to thriving financially. The company supports employees through leadership development opportunities, employee resource groups, mentorship and learning programs designed to help team members reach their professional goals.

The recognition adds to a growing list of workplace honors for Achieve. Earlier this year, the company was named among the Top 3 Best Workplaces for LGBTQ+ Employees by BestCompaniesAZ and was also recognized by AZ Big Media as one of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies.

“Strong organizations are built by diverse perspectives and inclusive leadership,” said Marcom. “We’re proud of the talented women across Achieve who help drive our business forward every day and grateful for the impact they make on our employees, customers and communities.”

The 10 Best Places for Women to Work in Arizona list is determined through a public voting process conducted by AZ Big Media and published in Az Business magazine.

About Achieve

Achieve, THE digital personal finance company, helps everyday people get on, and stay on, the path to a better financial future. Achieve pairs proprietary data and analytics with personalized support to offer personal loans, home equity loans, debt relief and debt consolidation, along with financial tips and education and free mobile apps: Achieve MoLO® (Money Left Over) and Achieve GOOD™ (Get Out Of Debt). Achieve is frequently recognized for providing top-rated customer experience and satisfaction by both consumers and leading personal finance review platforms and has 2,200 dedicated teammates across the country, with hubs in Arizona, California, Florida and Texas.

Achieve refers to the global organization and may denote one or more affiliates of Achieve Company, including Achieve.com, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #138464); Achieve Home Loans, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #1810501); Achieve Personal Loans (NMLS ID #227977); Freedom Debt Relief (NMLS ID # 1248929); and Freedom Financial Asset Management (CRD #170229).

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Austin Kilgore
akilgore@achieve.com
214-908-5097

Elina Tarkazikis
etarkazikis@achieve.com

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National Press Club Statement on the withdrawal of subpoenas targeting New York Times journalists

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WASHINGTON, July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — National Press Club President Mark Schoeff Jr. released the following statement:

“The Justice Department’s decision to withdraw subpoenas targeting journalists at The New York Times is a welcome and necessary step to protect the public’s constitutional right to an independent press.

These subpoenas should never have been issued in the first place. Compelling journalists to reveal confidential sources sends a chilling message to those who seek to inform the public and threatens the very foundation of press freedom.

Every American should understand what is at stake when the government turns its investigative powers on journalists. It is not routine. It is an extraordinary intrusion that strikes at the heart of the First Amendment and your right to information about your government.

The greatest danger was not the subpoenas themselves, but the message they sent: That sources could be exposed, that whistleblowers should remain silent, and that the American people might know less about the actions of their own government.

A strong democracy depends on a press that can report freely, hold power to account, and inform the public without intimidation.

We urge continued vigilance to ensure that journalists can do their jobs without interference and that protections for source confidentiality are upheld consistently.”

About the National Press Club

Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world’s leading professional organization for journalists and a leading voice for press freedom in the U.S. and worldwide.

Contact: Beth Francesco, Executive Director of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, media@press.org

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NCC Launches NCC Connect™ to Put Credit, Fraud, and Compliance Inside the CRM Dealers Already Use

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A powerful new solution that embeds credit access, fraud detection, and compliance directly into the dealership’s existing CRM — removing the system-switching that slows deals and exposes dealers to risk.

AUSTIN, Texas, July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — NCC, a leading provider of credit and compliance solutions for automotive dealerships, today announced the launch of NCC Connect™, a powerful platform that runs credit, fraud, and compliance from inside the CRM a dealership already uses — without friction or duplicate entry.

“Dealers don’t need another system to log into,” said Brian Skutta, President and CEO of NCC. “They need the tools they already have to work better together. NCC Connect puts credit, fraud detection, and compliance right where the team already works — inside the CRM they use every day.”

“Dealers don’t need another system to log into,” said Brian Skutta, President and CEO of NCC. “They need the tools they already have to work better together. NCC Connect puts credit, fraud detection, and compliance right where the team already works — inside the CRM they use every day.”

As deals grow more complex and fraud more sophisticated, dealers are juggling more disconnected systems than ever — the CRM, the credit system, the compliance tools — switching between them on every transaction. Each switch breaks momentum, invites a skipped step, and slows the path to funding. NCC Connect meets this moment with a single, seamless solution that keeps the full credit, fraud, and compliance engine right where the team already works.

Why NCC Connect Matters Right Now

Dealers lose time and margin switching between the CRM, credit, and compliance systems on every dealAuto lending fraud continues to climb, with industry fraud exposure reaching a record $10.4 billion in 2025, according to Point Predictive’s 2026 Auto Lending Fraud Trends ReportState compliance is tightening, with laws like California’s SB 766 (CARS Act) taking effect October 1, 2026Every disconnected step is another chance for an error, a delay, or a deal that stalls before funding

These pressures are forcing dealers to consolidate, and NCC Connect delivers the edge.

Product Highlights:

Inside the CRM — Soft-pull and hard credit access from all three major bureaus — Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax — without leaving the workflowFraud & Identity Built In — Identity verification and synthetic fraud detection delivered within the credit pull, flagging Red Flag conditions before the deal moves to fundingCompliance on Autopilot — FCRA and FTC controls with automatic, audit-ready documentation stored in the deal record99.99% Uptime — The industry’s highest, so the platform is there when a deal is on the desk

NCC Connect runs soft-pull pre-qualifications and hard credit pulls from any bureau or score model without leaving the CRM, while customer data stays inside the existing CRM structure. Every credit, fraud, and compliance result is captured on the deal record — giving dealers a single, audit-ready source of truth and a faster, cleaner path to funding.

NCC Connect extends the same powerful, credit-first engine behind NCC’s Complete Credit™ platform into the CRM where dealers already work. For dealers, that means more approvals, stronger fraud protection, and faster funding, without changing how the team works.

Learn more about NCC Connect at https://nccdirect.com/ncc-connect/

About NCC:

With offices in Austin, TX, Bettendorf, IA, and Las Vegas, NV, NCC has been a trusted partner in credit-driven retailing for automotive dealerships for nearly three decades. We combine a powerful credit and compliance engine with a fully integrated Desking platform to drive maximum profitability. Our focus on innovation, user-friendly products, and dependable systems — supported by a dedicated account management team — has solidified our reputation as a leader in the industry. www.nccdirect.com

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Holly Smith, NCC, 1 8285732722, hsmith@nccdirect.com, https://nccdirect.com/

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