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INVIDI Technologies Corporation is a software provider specializing in targeted advertising solutions for the television industry. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, the company offers innovative applications such as Advatar, which enables addressable targeted advertising delivered to individual viewers through digital set-top boxes. INVIDI's technology supports multi-channel video programming distributors, marketers, and advertisers by facilitating the sales of various digital products and services, including video-on-demand and pay-per-view events. Additionally, the INVIDI Advertising Decision System allows for sophisticated management of advertising decisions, enhancing the precision of household-targeted advertising in the dynamic television landscape. Through its services, INVIDI empowers cable, satellite, and IPTV operators to effectively reach and engage their desired audiences.

DISH Media Sales provides advertising sales for leading pay-TV provider DISH Network L.L.C.

Tarana Wireless, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in researching, developing, and commercializing non-line-of-sight (NLoS) wireless transport solutions. Its flagship product, AbsoluteAir 2, offers advanced wireless transport capabilities with features such as deterministic True NLOS performance, extensive coverage, multi-kilometer range, and high spectral efficiency. The company provides construction-grade installation services and a carrier-class management system that allows operators to configure, monitor, and manage their network nodes effectively. Tarana's solutions are designed to support various applications, including small-cell backhaul, wireless fiber extension, and fixed wireless broadband access. The company serves tier-1 telecommunications operators globally and is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional offices in Berkeley, California, and Pune, India. Tarana Wireless was established in 2009 and has made significant advancements in wireless technology, offering lower total cost of ownership and unmatched scalability for its clients.

LiveClips is an innovator and leader in the development and delivery of video content from live sporting events to any Internet-enabled device. LiveClips is a game-changer. Its advanced technology automates the previously time- and labor-intensive processes of creating game clips and highlights, enabling broadcasters and rights holders to dramatically increase the efficiency of their sports coverage. LiveClips is also pioneering a new era of mobile engagement by creating instant in-game clips that users can filter by team, player and kind of play.

i.TV is a technology company specializing in second screen and social television solutions, founded in 2008 by Brad Pelo and Justin Whittaker. The company created the i.TV app, an entertainment television guide available on iOS and Android, and developed the social TV platform "viEWer" in collaboration with Entertainment Weekly. Notably, i.TV co-created Nintendo TVii, a second screen platform for the Nintendo Wii U that integrates a personalized program guide and social features. The company maintains partnerships with major brands such as AOL, Netflix, Comcast, TiVo, and Hulu, enhancing its product offerings through various integrations. i.TV's innovative platforms facilitate viewer interaction, allowing fans to engage with each other and content creators during programming, thereby enriching the television viewing experience.

LifeShield is a provider of professional-grade wireless home security systems designed to offer superior protection and value compared to traditional alarm systems. Unlike many existing options that are either cheap and ineffective or costly and limited in functionality, LifeShield delivers advanced security solutions to its customers, enabling them to safeguard their homes effectively. The company’s offerings include fire and carbon monoxide sensors, video cameras, and live video monitoring applications suitable for various living situations, including vacation and mobile homes. LifeShield has pioneered features such as remote access, allowing customers to manage their security systems from anywhere in the world without incurring additional fees. The company also provides user-friendly applications for smartphones, enhancing accessibility and control for its clients. Overall, LifeShield aims to simplify home protection while ensuring comprehensive security coverage.

PrimeStar was a U.S. direct broadcast satellite broadcasting company formed in 1991 by a consortium of cable television system operators. PrimeStar was the first medium-powered DBS system in the United States but slowly declined in popularity with the arrival of DirecTV in 1994 and Dish Network in 1996.

USSB was founded in 1981 by Hubbard Broadcasting founder Stanley S. Hubbard, who is widely considered to be the father of modern satellite broadcasting. Hubbard spent most of the 1980s raising awareness and money to launch a digital satellite television service. In the 1990s, he had teamed up with RCA/Thomson Consumer Electronics and Hughes Electronics Corporation to come up with a practical digital satellite service capable of 175 channels.