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Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) will host a conference call on January 27, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss its financial results for Q4 and full year 2021. A press release containing these results will be issued earlier that morning. The call can be accessed via Comcast's Investor Relations website or by dialing (833) 618-9487. A replay will be available after 12:00 p.m. ET on the same day, lasting until February 3, 2022.

Comcast has launched the Xfinity Video Doorbell, expanding its Xfinity Home product line. This doorbell integrates with existing Xfinity systems, enabling users to monitor their front door remotely. Given the anticipated rise in online holiday shopping, which Deloitte projects at 62%, the doorbell addresses security concerns like package theft with features including HD video, two-way audio, and motion alerts. The device is available for installation at a one-time fee of $120 or $5 monthly for 24 months. Early next year, self-protection customers will also gain access.

MachineQ and CoreKinect have partnered to offer a LoRaWAN®-based outdoor asset tracking solution for inventory management, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs for enterprises. This collaboration has led to the deployment of over 160 MachineQ gateways and 325,000 CoreKinect devices across 80 North American locations. The new technology provides near real-time visibility of inventory, aiding the automotive sector in streamlining logistics. The battery-efficient technology promises up to seven years of use on a single charge, with integration options for existing business applications.

Comcast has launched its 1,000^th Lift Zone in St. Paul, Minnesota, providing free WiFi to local communities. To support The Sanneh Foundation as it recovers from an arson incident, Comcast is granting $50,000. The company aims to install an additional 250 Lift Zones by year-end 2022, as part of Project UP, a $1 billion initiative focused on digital equity. Since 2011, Comcast's Internet Essentials program has connected over 10 million low-income individuals to the Internet, fostering educational and economic opportunities.

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Comcast has appointed Carolyne Hannan as Senior Vice President of the Western New England Region, overseeing over 300 communities in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York. Hannan, who returns to a region where she previously served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, will focus on customer experience, sales, marketing, operations, and financial performance. Comcast continues to enhance its service delivery and innovative offerings, promising improved customer engagement.

Comcast and The Walt Disney Company have renewed their content carriage agreement, ensuring that Xfinity TV customers will continue to access Disney's extensive lineup of sports and entertainment programming. This renewal includes the upcoming launch of the ACC Network and continued availability of the SEC Network. The agreement solidifies Comcast's commitment to providing premium content, enhancing the viewing experience for college sports fans.

Comcast has announced plans to install free WiFi at up to 100 veteran-serving organizations across the U.S. as part of its Lift Zones initiative, coinciding with National Veterans and Military Families Month. This effort is part of Project UP, a comprehensive $1 billion commitment aimed at enhancing digital equity. Comcast has already established 25 Lift Zones and will collaborate with veteran organizations to identify additional locations, emphasizing the vital role of internet access for veterans' workforce development, healthcare, and social connections.

Comcast Corporation has expanded its Comcast RISE initiative to support all women-owned small businesses throughout the U.S. This follows its successful first year, where it provided over $60 million in grants and services to 6,700 small businesses owned by people of color. The program aims to enhance digital equity and empower entrepreneurs. By the end of 2022, Comcast RISE is expected to assist 13,000 businesses. Notably, women-owned businesses are starting at a rapid pace yet face challenges in growth due to limited access to capital.