Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Last update: 2:04 AM
Company Tech News as it Breaks

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

  • Posted at 1:00 AM
    Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) today announced that CX50 xMATRIX, the world's first portable ultrasound with Philips' industry leading Live 3D TEE, now offers 2-D Intracardiac Echo (ICE) capability. The CX50 xMATRIX with available Live 3D TEE and ICE will be shown in Paris at the EuroPCR, official meeting for the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Inventions (EAPCI), May 21-24. To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/philips-cx50-xmatrix-now-offers-world-class-interventional-and-diagnostic-features-on-single-portable-system-208041351.html Since its launch in 2012, Philips ... read more
  • Posted at 1:00 AM
    Tekelec announced that its market-leading Policy Server has been selected by Telefónica UK Limited (Telefónica UK) to provide the Policy and Charging Rules Function (PCRF) in the 3G and LTE core networks. The Policy Server will combine with Tekelec’s Subscriber ... read more
  • Posted at 12:01 AM
    Aasonn, the leader in cloud-based human resource and business execution software solutions for enterprises implementing SAP SuccessFactors, today launched "Aasonn University," a comprehensive SuccessFactors training solution based on Aasonn's unparalleled experience of more than 1,500 SuccessFactors implementations globally. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120208/CG49534LOGO) The new "Aasonn University" delivers robust SuccessFactors training solutions for organizations seeking to improve employee engagement, rapidly demonstrate results from any SuccessFactors software investment and increase end-user adoption and understanding. Aasonn University integrates SuccessFactors learning tools into a company's ... read more
  • Posted at 12:01 AM
    Continuing its leadership and innovation in the consumer IP surveillance marketplace, D-Link today announced several enhancements available now to its mydlink((TM)) portal and mydlink Cloud Camera apps, making it even easier to remotely monitor a home or small office via virtually any computer, iPhone(®) or iPad(® )running iOS 4.3 or later or Android((TM) )device running 1.6 Android or later. Offering advanced new features to its award-winning line of mydlink-enabled Cloud Cameras, D-Link now offers easier configuration on its mydlink portal ... read more
  • Posted at 12:01 AM
    HGST (formerly Hitachi Global Storage Technologies and now a Western Digital company, NASDAQ: WDC) continues to push technology innovation by offering the highest storage density (MB/mm(3)) of any hard disk drive (HDD) today. The new Travelstar® 5K1500 is the industry's first 9.5mm, 1.5TB mobile hard drive and features the industry's highest capacity in a standard 9.5mm design. Built on HGST's proven platform for quality and reliability, the Travelstar 5K1500 delivers high shock protection, low power and solid performance to meet ... read more
  • Posted at 12:01 AM
    SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/21/13 -- Birst Inc., the leader in Cloud BI, today announced that 4moms, a developer and marketer of innovative juvenile products, is deploying Birst's business intelligence (BI) platform company-wide to gain quick access to enterprise-caliber business insight. Using Birst to combine several different data sources, 4moms will leverage the resulting comprehensive information and analysis to speed decision-making and optimize business processes across Sales, Finance, Marketing, and Operations. With quick, easy access to information and ... read more
  • Posted at 12:01 AM
    T-Mobile US, Inc. (NYSE: TMUS) today announced two new international flat-rate data offerings for business customers. Designed to address the increasing demand for data and the costs associated with international data roaming, the T-Mobile International Flat-Rate Plan and the T-Mobile North America Flat-Rate Plan provide access ... read more
  • Posted at 12:00 AM
    West Virginia University Hospitals (WVUH) wanted to acquire new technology to improve workflow and patient care in its busy radiology department. Using the Aquilion™ ONE ViSION Edition from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., WVUH has expanded its existing imaging programs for a wide range of patient ... read more
  • Posted at 12:00 AM
    Havok™, a leading provider of simulation and 3D visualization technologies, announces the successful integration of Havok’s Vision Engine technology with Immersive Display Solutions. This technology integration allows Havok Vision Engine users to leverage the graphical realism of the Havok Vision Engine with Immersive Display’s visual ... read more

Monday, May 20, 2013

  • Posted at 11:05 PM
    Cordis Corporation, a global leader in innovative technology for cardiovascular interventions, will introduce the two latest additions to its portfolio of cardiovascular solutions at EuroPCR 2013, 21-24 May in Paris. EuroPCR is Europe’s largest meeting for interventional cardiovascular medicine. ... read more
  • Posted at 11:00 PM
    With operations in more than 100 countries and more than 110,000 staff, global healthcare company Sanofi (NYSE: SNY EURONEXT: SAN) needed a way to streamline processes and transform its technology infrastructure into an efficient global network. To do this, Sanofi turned to Axway (NYSE Euronext: AXW.PA) ... read more
  • Posted at 10:40 PM
    Dialog Semiconductor plc (FWB: DLG), a provider of highly integrated power management, audio and short-range wireless technologies, today launched SmartBond(TM) (part number DA14580) - the world's lowest power and smallest Bluetooth(R) Smart System-on-Chip (SoC) which more than doubles the battery life of an app-enabled smartphone accessory ... read more
  • Posted at 10:00 PM
    Drummond Group Inc., a leader in global software testing, and ThreeSteps Pty Ltd, an Australian data integration firm, have teamed up to build a test harness, ComplianceTest.net, to initially support SuperStream, the Australian superannuation industry’s project. ComplianceTest.net is an online self-service ... read more
  • Posted at 10:00 PM
    Regulatory News: CTIA Wireless - Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital security, announces its Cinterion® M2M technology will provide wireless connectivity for Encore Networks’ routers deployed in mission critical applications for diverse ... read more
  • Posted at 9:30 PM
    A new study from BSA | The Software Alliance and INSEAD, one of the world's leading business schools, finds that increasing the amount of properly licensed software in use globally by 1 percent would add an estimated $73 billion to the world economy, compared to $20 billion from pirated software -- meaning there is a $53 billion advantage associated with using licensed software. The study also finds the greatest potential for economic gains are in emerging markets where piracy is ... read more
  • Posted at 9:26 PM
    Bretford Manufacturing, Inc.®, a United States manufacturer of dependable furniture products that improve how people work and learn, is continuing its popular webinar program focused on agile learning with a brand new session, “High School Communities and Learning Commons,” taking ... read more
  • AT&T Statement on Response to Oklahoma Tornado --- OKLAHOMA CITY, May 21, 2013
    Posted at 9:22 PM
    "Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the tornado that hit the Oklahoma City area Monday. We are coordinating with local authorities and bringing in additional resources. We recommend text messaging for communications with family, friends and loved ones given heavy call volumes. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120612/DA23287LOGO) "Also, in an effort to help Oklahomans impacted by the tragic tornado, we are waiving voice, data and text overage charges through June 30 for customers in the affected areas. "AT&T also reminds customers who want ... read more
  • Posted at 9:07 PM
    GeckoSystems International Corp. (Pink Sheets: GOSY | http://www.geckosystems.com/) is pleased to announce that due to the licensing agreement recently reached, the company forecasts a net profit for the 4th quarter of their fiscal year ending June 30. For over fifteen years GeckoSystems has dedicated itself to development of "Mobile Robot Solutions for Safety, Security and Service(tm)." GeckoSystems is now forecasting revenues of $200,000 or more before June 30, 2013. This forecast revenue results from the international Joint Venture (JV) ... read more
  • Posted at 9:01 PM
    The aggregate value of all disclosed value deals grew 58% year-on-year (YOY) to US$36.4b, according to Ernst & Young's Global technology M&A update: January - March 2013. Deal volume fell 12% YOY and 5% compared with the previous quarter to 661 deals. Aggregate disclosed value would have fallen by 48% if not for a single announced technology transaction valued at US$24.4b (Silver Lake Partners and Dell Inc. as announced on Feb. 5, 2013). However, even the large deal values reflected the ... read more
  • Posted at 9:01 PM
    Truphone today became the first mobile operator to offer shared international mobile service plans for data, text and voice. The plans allow businesses with employees based abroad and with employees traveling internationally to share local minutes, messages and megabytes from a single bundle when in the 'Truphone Zone.' Business customers will enjoy shared mobile usage at home in the USA and feel at home in Australia, Hong Kong, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Additionally, businesses receive wider benefits ... read more