RigNet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNET) has announced that it will release its third-quarter earnings results after the NASDAQ Exchange closes Thursday, November 8, 2018.

This release will be followed by an earnings call for investors, Friday, November 9, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) to discuss RigNet's third-quarter 2018 results. The call will be hosted by RigNet President and CEO, Steven Pickett.

The 21st edition of AfricaCom is shaping up to be an impressive event.  The number of speakers, visitors and exhibitors grow year on year, mirroring the expanding influence that technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) is having on the world at large.

The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] reported third-quarter revenue of US$ 25.1 billion driven by higher defense volume and services growth. GAAP earnings per share increased to US$ 4.07 and core earnings per share increased to US$ 3.58 primarily driven by strong operating performance at Commercial Airplanes and a tax benefit related to a tax settlement. Results also reflect charges related to planned investments in the newly awarded T-X Trainer and MQ-25 programs ($0.93 per share).

Verimatrix, a specialist in securing and enhancing revenue for network-connected devices and services, has announced the acquisition of the assets that comprise the Akamai Identity Services (AIS) product from Akamai (NASDAQ: AKAM), the intelligent edge platform for securing and delivering digital experiences.

NSR’s Satellite-Based Earth Observation (EO), 10th Edition report, released today, projects Earth Observation satellite data and services will represent a US$ 54 billion cumulative opportunity over the next ten years, growing to US$ 6.9 billion annually in 2027. The market’s evolution toward more on-demand data and services will be driven by satellite constellations, high-volume imagery platforms, and subscriptions.

 sean-casey.jpgATLAS Space Operations announced today the appointment of Sean Casey, Ph.D. as the new Vice President of Business Development. Dr. Casey brings to ATLAS a long track-record of success, including more than 25 years of leadership experience, and unparalleled subject-matter-expertise.

The Mobile Satellite Services market is expected to register a CAGR of over 7.52% during the forecast period 2018 - 2023. According to the new publication of Research and Markets, which profiles the Data Service, Voice Service providers of Mobile Satellite Services software, and service for various industries, 5G mobile networks with next-generation satellite capabilities will help the satellite operators become a major player in the emerging 5G ecosystem.

Total registered attendance reached 15,097 for the 2018 NAB Show New York, held October 17 and 18 at the Javits Convention Center. This represents a 6.1% increase over attendance from the 2017 event, organizers said.

The event included 300+ exhibitors, 67 of which were participating for the first time. The 2019 NAB Show New York will be held October 16 and 17.