C Spire and AppLogic Networks Partner to Enhance Mobile Safety with Advanced Parental Control Features
This innovative partnership aims to provide families with advanced tools for a safer digital environment for children and teenagers. As digital usage among youth continues to rise, effective parental controls have become more critical than ever.
With AppLogic Networks' Parental Control solution, C Spire's Connect & Protect service will empower parents with robust features that allow them to monitor and manage their children's online activities with ease.
"The C Spire Connect & Protect solution assists parents in navigating the complexity of the digital world while safeguarding their children against the associated dangers that exist online," said Craig Jackson, senior vice president and general manager for consumer markets at C Spire. "AppLogic Networks' technology is an important part of C Spire, providing families with powerful tools designed to enhance online security and a safer mobile experience."
AppLogic Networks' technology plays an important role in C Spire's ability to provide families:
Content Filtering: Parents can block access to inappropriate websites and apps, ensuring that their children engage with age-appropriate content.
Time Management: The software allows parents to set limits on screen time, helping families maintain a healthy balance between online and offline activities.
Activity Monitoring: Users can review their children's online activity, providing insights into their engagement with various digital platforms.
Real-time Alerts: Parents will receive instant notifications about potential risks, enabling them to react swiftly to protect their children.
"AppLogic Networks is proud to support C Spire and its ongoing efforts to improve customer safety, customer service, and customer satisfaction," said Mark Driedger, CEO of AppLogic Networks.
The integration of AppLogic Networks' Parental Control software complements C Spire's existing Connect & Protect offerings, including secure browsing features and malware protection. Together, these services represent a comprehensive solution for families looking to harness the benefits of mobile technology while providing a safe environment for their children.
C Spire offers other safeguards with Connect & Protect, including the ability to restrict cellular data, block specific apps and filter adult content, as well as a Parents' Resource Center that provides information and tips to help parents decide on first phones, set screen time limits and learn about cyberbullying.
Customers interested in C Spire's Connect & Protect solution and its new features can visit a local C Spire store for more details or learn more at https://cspire.com/connectandprotect.
For more information about AppLogic Networks' Parental Control software, please visit AppLogicNetworks.com.
About C Spire
C Spire is a diversified telecommunications and technology services company that provides world-class, customer-inspired wireless communications, Gigabit consumer Internet access as well as a full suite of dedicated Internet, wireless, IP Voice, data, cloud and managed IT services for businesses and enterprises. This news release and other announcements are available at www.cspire.com/news. For more information about C Spire, visit www.cspire.com or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cspire or X at www.x.com/cspire.
About AppLogic Networks
AppLogic Networks is on a mission to revolutionize network observability while serving as a champion of digital human rights. The company provides AI-powered application and network intelligence software solutions that help network operators analyze, optimize, and monetize their networks with contextual insights and real-time metrics—ultimately enabling the delivery of high-quality online experiences. AppLogic Networks is based in the US, with associates located in democracies around the globe.
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Supplemental Information (Unaudited) Regarding Non-GAAP Financial MeasuresFor the For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2025, March 31, 2025 and June 30, 2024(Amounts Expressed in Thousands of United States Dollars) EBITDA, and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP measures and do not have standardized definitions under GAAP. We define each term as follows: (1) EBITDA is defined as earnings before interest, taxes, other income or expense and depreciation and amortization.(2) Adjusted EBITDA is defined as earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, adjusted for other income, non-cash share-based compensation, one-time transaction related expenses, or other non-operating (income) or costs. The following information provides reconciliations of the supplemental non-GAAP financial measures, presented herein to the most directly comparable financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP. The Company has provided the non-GAAP financial measures, which are not calculated or presented in accordance with GAAP, as supplemental information and in addition to the financial measures that are calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP. These supplemental non-GAAP financial measures are presented because management has evaluated the financial results both including and excluding the adjusted items and believes that the supplemental non-GAAP financial measures presented provide additional perspective and insights when analyzing the core operating performance of the business. These supplemental non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered superior to, as a substitute for or as an alternative to, and should be considered in conjunction with, the GAAP financial measures presented. Three Months Ended Adjusted EBITDA June 30, 2025 March 31, 2025 June 30, 2024 (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited) Net Income Before Noncontrolling Interest (GAAP) $ 732 $ 8,401 $ 20,918 Interest Income (1,910 ) (2,123 ) (2,314 ) Interest Expense, Net 5,046 4,865 5,981 Provision For Income Taxes 21,576 31,315 31,899 Other Expense (Income), Net 13,989 24 (2,464 ) Depreciation and Amortization 29,671 29,411 27,985 Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (EBITDA) (non-GAAP measure) $ 69,104 $ 71,893 $ 82,005 Share-based Compensation, Non-Cash 11,966 10,309 8,866 Acquisition, Transaction, and Other Non-Operating (Income) Costs 1,670 3,045 2,925 Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP measure) $ 82,740 $ 85,247 $ 93,796 This press release was published by a CLEAR® Verified in to access your portfolio
