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Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
GTA Launches 'Air Fiber' Service, Powered by Tarana ngFWA, in Guam
TAMUNING, Guam & MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GTA, Guam's longest-serving telecom provider, and Tarana, creator of next-generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) broadband technology, today announced a new network that is expanding high-speed internet access on the island. After just three months of deployment, GTA passed more than 30,000 homes and businesses and already has hundreds of subscribers on the service. The first of its kind, Tarana's ngFWA platform is changing the landscape of the broadband industry by combining fiber-class performance with the deployment ease of wireless technology. More than 250 operators in 24 countries are deploying ngFWA to deliver better broadband more efficiently. A seasoned internet service provider, GTA has ample experience with legacy fixed wireless and other broadband solutions — none of which could deliver the speeds, reliability, or agility of Tarana technology at scale. Now GTA is offering up to 500 Mbps to many Guam residents that previously only had access to 25 Mbps service through copper networks. 'The feedback from customers on our Air Fiber service has been great,' said Andrew Gayle, GTA's Chief Operating Officer. 'It's been the perfect solution for areas that don't have GTA Fiber yet, offering fast speeds and a reliable connection. The GTA team recently installed Tarana technology at the Guam Animals in Need (GAIN) shelter, equipping the facility with hundreds of Mbps to operate their non-profit organization. Alison Hadley, GAIN's Executive Director, shared, 'Partnering with GTA — who donates their Air Fiber service to us — has been a game-changer for GAIN. It helps us stay connected, work faster, and support more people when they need us most. We're so grateful for this kind of partnership which amplifies our impact and demonstrates the power of collaboration in driving meaningful change.' Basil Alwan, Tarana's CEO, added, 'GTA's work to close the digital divide in Guam is critical to their community and we are very proud to support their efforts. We look forward to seeing more progress on the island.' About GTA For over 70 years, GTA has been Guam's trusted provider of technology and connection. We provide solutions for every person and business with a team that truly cares. Supported by our next-generation fiber network, we provide wireless, high-speed internet, digital TV, and local and long-distance voice services that keep Guam connected to the world. GTA employees are committed to providing the highest level of service to our customers and to supporting our community. Learn more at About Tarana Tarana's mission is to accelerate the deployment of fast, affordable internet access around the world. Through a decade of R&D and over $400M of investment, the Tarana team has created a unique next generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) technology instantiated in its first commercial platform, Gigabit 1 (G1). It delivers a game-changing advance in broadband economics in both mainstream and underserved markets, using either licensed or unlicensed spectrum. G1 started production in mid-2021 and has since been embraced by more than 250 service providers in 24 countries. Tarana is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional research and development in Pune, India. Learn more at
Zawya
21-05-2025
- Health
- Zawya
How aflatoxin threatens Tanzania's food security?
Tanzania is grappling with rising levels of aflatoxin in harvested grain, with officials citing the uncontrolled use of pesticides and poor storage as the main causes. At a workshop on post-harvest storage last week, Tanzanian officials admitted to finding high levels of aflatoxin in some harvested maize. According to Festo Kapela, a senior official at the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the anomaly may be due to the unchecked use of farming pesticides or insecticides. Mr Kapela said that investigations had revealed that several farmers had used pesticides on crops shortly before harvesting. Tanzania's annual harvest season starts in June, so the revelations mean the country faces the additional challenge of preventing contamination of its stored crops. Food crop health experts estimate that Tanzanian farmers incur cumulative losses of about $203 million per year due to aflatoxin contamination. This is because between 20 percent to 40 percent of the crops sold in local markets contain traces of aflatoxin, a natural poison that poses a significant health risk to the population. These revelations emerged at a food crop workshop in Mbeya, southern Tanzania last week. The Food Safety Awareness Building workshop was a joint programme between the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), aiming to assess aflatoxin contamination in cereals and non-cereal crops, and educate farmers on storage methods. Aflatoxins are known to pose serious health risks to humans, including cancer, breathing difficulties, reduced fertility in both men and women, and diminished cognitive ability. Consumption of contaminated maize and groundnuts can lead to immune suppression, malnutrition, liver cancer and death with acute exposure. An earlier report by the African Development Bank (AfDB) revealed that many families who consume home-grown maize, which is not assessed by any quality regulatory system, are at risk of aflatoxin contamination. The report also showed that maize and peanut products were highly susceptible to aflatoxin contamination due to the lack of standardised detoxification procedures. © Copyright 2022 Nation Media Group. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Fermenta Receives Letter Of Approval From GAIN, Reinforcing Its Global Commitment To Quality And Nutrition
MUMBAI, India, May 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fermenta Biotech Limited, a leading player in the field of nutritional ingredients and food fortification, is pleased to announce that it has received the Letter Of Approval (LOA) by the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) as a supplier of dry and liquid premix blends. This prestigious certification recognises Fermenta's steadfast commitment to global benchmarks of quality, food safety, and nutritional excellence. The LOA reinforces Fermenta's position as a reliable and trusted supplier of high-quality, nutritionally enriched products, in line with its mission to support improved health outcomes and nutritional security across the globe. The achievement further empowers Fermenta to contribute notably to global public health and food fortification efforts. Established in 2009, the GAIN Premix Facility (GPF) aims to combat malnutrition by supporting the food industry in the fortification of essential staples such as wheat flour, oil, salt, rice, and maize. The GPF ensures rigorous quality control by building a trusted network of prequalified premix blenders and micronutrient suppliers, thereby alleviating the need for independent audits by food producers. Additionally, the GPF facilitates competitive and transparent tendering processes to make high-quality premixes and micronutrients accessible and cost-effective. Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Prashant Nagre, Managing Director of Fermenta, shared: "The GAIN certification stands as a testament to the relentless dedication and expertise of our team in upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and nutritional integrity. We are honoured to contribute to the global movement for food security and fortification, and remain firmly committed to improving health outcomes and well-being for communities around the world." As an approved GPF supplier, Fermenta aims to strengthen its global presence and underscores its continued dedication to delivering safe, effective, and innovative nutritional solutions. About Fermenta Biotech Limited: Founded in 1951, Fermenta Biotech Limited (Fermenta) possesses a growing portfolio of nutrition, including Customized Premixes, Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK) and other nutritional ingredients. Apart from its nutrition portfolio, Fermenta is the only manufacturer of Vitamin D3 in India and a leading global player. It caters to 350+ customers across 60+ countries with a worldwide distribution network for a variety of applications such as pharmaceuticals, dietary and nutritional supplements, food, and animal nutrition. Fermenta's manufacturing facilities in Kullu, Dahej and Tirupati are certified by global accreditations, and its world-class R&D centre is located at Thane. Fermenta also possesses expertise in green chemistry such as enzymes for antibiotic synthesis, other niche APIs and environmental solutions. For more information about Fermenta and its businesses, please visit our website: Safe Harbor: Statements in this document relating to future status, events, or circumstances, including but not limited to statements about plans and objectives, the progress and results of research and development, potential project characteristics, project potential and target dates for project related issues are forward-looking statements based on estimates and the anticipated effects of future events on current and developing circumstances. Such statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties and are not necessarily predictive of future results. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements. Fermenta assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results changed assumptions or other factors. Logo: For further details, please contact:For Fermenta Biotech Limited:Mr. Prashant Nagre Managing Director View original content: Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Gladstone Investment: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot
MCLEAN, Va. (AP) — MCLEAN, Va. (AP) — Gladstone Investment Corp. (GAIN) on Tuesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter net income of $17.9 million. The McLean, Virginia-based company said it had net income of 49 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for investment gains, came to 26 cents per share. The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 23 cents per share. The business development company posted revenue of $27.5 million in the period, which also topped Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $24.8 million. For the year, the company reported profit of $65.3 million, or $1.78 per share. Revenue was reported as $93.7 million. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights ( using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on GAIN at
Washington Post
13-05-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
Gladstone Investment: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot
MCLEAN, Va. — MCLEAN, Va. — Gladstone Investment Corp. (GAIN) on Tuesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter net income of $17.9 million. The McLean, Virginia-based company said it had net income of 49 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for investment gains, came to 26 cents per share. The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 23 cents per share.
