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Evergy has partnered with Ericsson and Burns & McDonnell to implement a private LTE network aimed at modernizing its grid operations. Awarded in March 2022, the project includes 20 PLTE sites with the first site operational by May 2022. This initiative is designed to enhance reliability and safety while reducing latency for critical applications. The collaboration has expedited the deployment, allowing Evergy to leverage both LTE and future 5G technologies, thus enabling smarter utility operations and fulfilling its Sustainability Transformation Plan.

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced its Capital Markets Day scheduled for December 15, 2022, in New York. The event will be attended by top executives, including CEO Börje Ekholm and CFO Carl Mellander, and will feature presentations from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM EST. Registration begins at 8:00 AM EST, followed by a holiday mingle at 3:00 PM. The event will be available online for those unable to attend in person, with on-demand access post-event. This gathering aims to engage with investors, financial analysts, and media.

Ericsson's Q3 2022 results show 3% organic sales growth to SEK 68.0 billion, aided by the Vonage acquisition. Gross income rose to SEK 28.1 billion, though gross margin decreased to 41.4%. EBITA dropped 18% to SEK 7.6 billion, with a margin of 11.2%, impacted by higher investments and one-off costs. Net income stood at SEK 5.4 billion, down 7%. Free cash flow fell significantly by 80% to SEK 2.5 billion due to working capital buildup. The company emphasizes ongoing contracts expected to enhance sales in Q4 and 2023.

Ericsson's latest report, 5G: The Next Wave, highlights transformative consumer trends as 5G technology rapidly gains traction. The largest global consumer survey of its kind, it reveals that 5G users now spend significantly more time on metaverse-related activities compared to 4G users, with 30% of smartphone users expected to adopt 5G within a year. Key findings include a major shift in user expectations, with over 510 million consumers anticipated to adopt 5G in 2023, and substantial growth in augmented reality usage among 5G subscribers.

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has announced the release of its financial report for Q3 2022, scheduled for October 20, 2022, at approximately 7:00 AM CEST. The comprehensive report will be accessible through a press release, featuring detailed financial tables in PDF format on Ericsson's website. A live video webcast is set for 9:00 AM CEST, where President and CEO Börje Ekholm and CFO Carl Mellander will discuss the report and answer questions.

Sagebrush Cellular has partnered with Ericsson to enhance its network capabilities through a modernization project aimed at deploying 5G technology. This collaboration will involve upgrading existing radio access network (RAN) and core equipment across 115 sites in Montana and North Dakota. The deployment includes the Ericsson Radio System, Cloud Core, and IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS), critical for improving mobility and broadband services in rural areas. The upgrade is also in compliance with Federal Communications Commission mandates for security.

Ericsson will enhance Pine Cellular's telecommunications infrastructure by upgrading its 3G/4G systems to 5G-ready solutions. This modernization spans over 140 sites, enabling Pine Cellular to provide improved mobility and broadband services. The partnership aims to enhance user experiences while increasing connectivity in rural Oklahoma. Ericsson will implement its advanced Cloud Packet Core and Radio Systems to aid Pine in expanding its service offerings and bridging the digital divide.

Hiya and Ericsson have teamed up to enhance mobile call protection by integrating Hiya’s call protection solution into Ericsson’s IP multimedia system (IMS). This partnership addresses the alarming rise in spam and fraud calls, which surged 13% globally in 2022, with users now receiving an average of 14 nuisance calls monthly. The new solution, called Call Qualification, allows wireless carriers to activate protective measures without requiring app downloads. Hiya's AI technology will help carriers combat fraud in real time, improving subscriber trust and satisfaction.