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Sep 29, 2020, 14:45 ET Cox Communications Commits $60 Million to Close the Digital Learning Gap

Cox Communications' President and CEO Pat Esser announced in a live press conference today that Cox will pledge $60 million over the next year to...

Aug 20, 2020, 15:42 ET Cox Expands Commitment to Bridging the Learning Divide, Provides Additional Support for Kids and Families Learning from Home

Cox announced today an expanded commitment to bridging the learning divide as part of its ongoing effort to support kids and families learning and...

Aug 12, 2020, 09:00 ET Cox Donates Computers to Students Nationwide

The James M. Cox Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to PCs for People, a nonprofit that will provide discounted computers to low-income families ...

Jul 21, 2020, 11:06 ET Cox Communications Offers 2 Months of Free Internet Service to New Qualifying Families in Time for Back-to-School

As back-to-school fast approaches, Cox has announced new customers that qualify will receive Connect2Compete, the company's low-cost internet, for...

Jun 29, 2020, 09:00 ET Cox Communications Helps Keep Kids Engaged in Academics this Summer with New Virtual Programming from Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Cox Communications today announced a $100,000 grant from the James M. Cox Foundation to the Boys & Girls Club of America (BGCA). The funds will help...
Small Business Support Shifts Amid COVID-19 as Consumers and Business Adapt and Evolve

Jun 18, 2020, 09:04 ET Small Business Support Shifts Amid COVID-19 as Consumers and Business Adapt and Evolve

Today, Cox Business released the results of its annual consumer sentiment survey on small and medium-sized businesses. The results center on the...
Cox Curbs Loneliness for Older Adults Amid COVID-19 with One Call a Day

Jun 11, 2020, 12:00 ET Cox Curbs Loneliness for Older Adults Amid COVID-19 with One Call a Day

Cox Communications today announced its One Call a Day initiative, a virtual volunteer program that connects Cox employees with seniors for daily...

Apr 17, 2020, 14:58 ET Cox Communications Extends Coronavirus Response Offer for Connect2Compete with Free Service for Students until July 15 Nationwide

Recognizing that students will remain home to finish out the school year, Cox has extended free Connect2Compete service, the company's low-cost...

Apr 09, 2020, 17:01 ET Cox Communications Keeps Communities Connected to Healthcare Information During COVID-19 Crisis

As part of its ongoing coronavirus relief efforts, Cox Communications has launched a program to help the communities it serves make sense of the...

Apr 08, 2020, 15:03 ET Cox Media Keeps Communities Connected to Local Restaurants with Free Ads During COVID-19 Crisis

As part of its ongoing coronavirus relief efforts, Cox Media, the advertising division of Cox Communications, is offering local restaurants free...

Apr 08, 2020, 09:03 ET Cox Communications Uses Virtual Assistance to Support Customers at Social Distance during Coronavirus Crisis

Cox Communications has launched "On-site with Virtual Assist," a tool to enhance customer service while better protecting customers and Cox employees ...

Jan 07, 2020, 08:21 ET Cox Business to Deliver the Ultimate Connected Fan Experience at Allegiant Stadium

Cox Business announced today it will provide Allegiant Stadium, future home of the Raiders in Las Vegas, with the fastest optical internet service...

Nov 15, 2019, 11:19 ET Cox and Arizona State University to Launch Connected Environments Collaboratory, Create Smarter Region

Cox Communications and Arizona State University (ASU) announced at the 2019 ASU Smart Region Summit flagship event their partnership to create the...

Oct 09, 2019, 09:00 ET Cox Boosts Speeds of Low-Income Internet Product by over 65 Percent Across Footprint

Cox announced today it has increased speeds for the company's low-cost internet product, Connect2Compete, which is available to families with...

May 13, 2019, 08:00 ET Cox Adds Amazon Prime Video App To Contour; Now Accompanies Netflix, YouTube And More

Today, Cox Communications announced that Contour customers now have access to Amazon Prime Video, making it easier than ever to enjoy their favorite...

May 06, 2019, 12:46 ET Cashier-less Shopping Isn't in Demand on Main Street, According to National Consumer Survey on Small Businesses

Small businesses should keep their cashiers, according to the 2019 Cox Business Consumer Pulse on Small Businesses. The Amazon Go cashier-less...

May 01, 2019, 09:30 ET SmartBiz Omaha, Powered by Cox, Showcases Business Technology of the Future

Governor Pete Ricketts today proclaimed May 1 as "SmartBiz Omaha Day, powered by Cox," kicking off a first of its kind event showcasing cutting edge...

Feb 28, 2019, 19:30 ET Cox welcomes the Raiders to Las Vegas with 10-year sponsorship

Cox Communications announced today that the company will be a founding partner of Las Vegas Stadium, future home of the Raiders. Cox will also...

Dec 18, 2018, 12:43 ET Cox Network Powers CES, Bringing Attendees Closer to Latest Tech

Cox Communications' powerful network, engineers and service technicians are prepared for the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show, held annually at the Las ...

Dec 17, 2018, 13:14 ET Gig Speeds Available to 90 percent of Cox Customers This Holiday Season

This holiday season, 90 percent of Cox customers can get gigabit internet speeds, ensuring a house full of people and connected gadgets can all enjoy ...

Nov 15, 2018, 08:00 ET Cox Changes Logo, Tagline to Bring People Closer

Cox creates millions of moments of human connections every day and will focus more on what makes these connections so powerful and unique. To...

Oct 17, 2018, 13:30 ET Direct Line to International Cables Primes Virginia Businesses for Economic Success

Recently, Cox Business and Globalinx, a pioneer of subsea cable infrastructure in Virginia Beach announced a strategic partnership. Feeling the...

Oct 01, 2018, 13:35 ET Families Report Internet At Home Results In Higher Grades And Improved Graduation Readiness, Cox Raises Commitment To Bridge Digital Divide With $20 Million Pledge

Cox Communications announced the overwhelmingly positive results of a survey of Connect2Compete program participants, a program designed for...

Jul 26, 2018, 11:00 ET YouTube Kids and NPR One Come to Cox Contour!

Today, Cox Communications announced that YouTube Kids and NPR One are now available for Contour customers, providing seamless access to video and...

May 01, 2018, 09:30 ET Cox Business Survey Shows Social Consciousness Pays Off for Small Businesses

Social consciousness is spilling over into U.S. consumers' shopping and dining habits, according to the 2018 Cox Business Consumer Pulse on Small...