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Nextivity Acquires Assured Wireless, Expanding Global First Responder Communication Solutions

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Assured Wireless Corporation, which had the best technology for high-power user equipment (HPUE), has been acquired by Nextivity, which has the best smart cellular coverage solutions. Both companies will benefit from this move. Nextivity will be able to use the HPUE technology of Assured Wireless Corporation, and Assured Wireless Corporation will be able to use the resources of Nextivity.

With this purchase, Nextivity can offer the widest range of coverage to the first responder sector, both indoors and outdoors and at the network's edge. By using the HPUE technology from Assured Wireless Corporation, Nextivity will be able to give their customers better network coverage in a lot more places and industries.

CEO of Nextivity, Michiel Lotter, said, “We are delighted to welcome the incredible technology and team behind the industry’s leading HPUE technology to our family.” He added, “With Assured Wireless’ patented technology and Nextivity’s global reach, we can better serve the needs of global first responders and essential workers." He further added, "This acquisition further confirms our commitment to the global public safety community. (Source: Businesswire)

Nextivity will be able to provide a comprehensive portfolio of solutions to meet all communications needs, anywhere and at any time, with the addition of HPUE technology. Nextivity's public safety product line will now be called the SHIELD family because of the acquisition. This will give first responders access to the latest communication technology, giving them the tools they need to work in any situation.

About Nextivity

Nextivity is a company that makes better ways for people and businesses to connect through cellular, public safety, and private networking coverage. Their popular CEL-FI product line is powered by their proprietary IntelliBoost chip, which utilizes digital signal-processing to enhance cellular performance and provide unbeatable coverage in over 100 countries. Their solutions are safe for use on networks and are used by over 200 mobile network operators worldwide. Nextivity is based in San Diego, CA, and works closely with partners to design effective solutions for their success.

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