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Friday, May 24, 2013

  • Posted at 12:30 PM
    Skillz, the the first company to legally enable betting in mobile games in the U.S., has surpassed 1 million downloads since launching less than one month ago. The company has also announced partnerships with five additional independent developers and studios that will implement the Skillz monetization platform in their games. Skillz will enable cash competitions inside Android titles from Fluik, G-Gee by GMO, Adam Schmelzle, Flying Wisdom Studios and Measured Software. "Skillz has created a completely new monetization method for mobile ... read more
  • Posted at 11:35 AM
    Interactive Intelligence Group Inc. (Nasdaq: ININ), a global provider of unified IP business communications software and services, today announced that its CFO, Stephen R. Head, will present at the Raymond James Internet/Software Crossover Conference held in Half Moon Bay, Calif. on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at ... read more
  • Posted at 11:21 AM
    DECISIVE ANALYTICS Corporation Vice President of Analytic Technologies, Dr. Jim Nolan, along with additional inventor Mark Frymire, were issued a patent for their invention titled "Method and Apparatus for Analyzing and Interrelating Data". The patent application process was started in February 2009 and was issued in February 2013. In essence, the invention automatically constructs a pertinent intelligence product for decision makers. The method for automatically organizing data embodies several capabilities, including retrieving, correcting, storing, querying, and identifying topics in the ... read more
  • Posted at 11:11 AM
    Today, GoPro, maker of the world's most versatile camera and producer of today's most engaging content, is pleased to announce their partnership with Street League Skateboarding as the official camera sponsor of the 2013 SLS Nike SB World Tour. As the leading camera in action sports, GoPro further continues their commitment to the skate community with this multi-year agreement with Street League Skateboarding. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/CG20436) The 2013 SLS Nike SB World Tour is skateboarding's first global tour pro series, with events ... read more
  • Posted at 11:02 AM
    SUNNYVALE, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/24/13 -- Finisar Corporation (NASDAQ: FNSR), a global technology leader in high-speed optical communications, confirmed that it will announce its fiscal fourth quarter 2013 financial results for the period ending April 28, 2013, at the close of market on Wednesday, June 19th, 2013. The announcement will be followed by a conference call with analysts at 2:00 p.m. PDT/ 5:00 p.m. EDT. Jerry Rawls, Finisar Corporation's executive Chairman of the Board; Eitan Gertel, Chief Executive Officer; ... read more
  • Posted at 11:01 AM
    Evolve IP, The Cloud Services Company(TM), today announced that it has been listed on the Cloud Security Alliance's (CSA) Security, Trust and Assurance Registry (STAR). As an official STAR member, Evolve IP customers will know that in addition to receiving high availability, mission critical cloud computing services on an award-winning, unified platform they will also gain the highest levels of transparency and controls regarding data security, confidentiality, and integrity available. An Inc. 500 company, Evolve IP provides organizations with a unified ... read more
  • Posted at 11:00 AM
    SANTA CLARA, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/24/13 -- WHO: Bernard Stamme, Director of Marketing and Applications for Kilopass Technology Inc. (www.kilopass.com), the leading provider of semiconductor logic non-volatile memory (NVM) intellectual property (IP) WHAT: Will present the roadmap for Kilopass' one-time programmable (OTP) NVP memory IP and enablement down to TSMC 20-nanometer process technology at the 50th Design Automation Conference (DAC) in the TSMC Booth #1746 WHEN: Monday, June 3, from noon until 12:10 p.m.; Tuesday, June 4, from 1:30 p.m. until 1:40 ... read more
  • Posted at 10:37 AM
    The new 2013 Mazad3 is the perfect minivan for those searching for a family vehicle with modest needs. Mazda engineers and designers know that not everyone needs a huge minivan and that's why they designed the new 2013 Mazda5 to be a little smaller than the competition. The best thing about the Mazda5 being a little smaller is that it is now a lot more fun to drive. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/CG20345) The combination of passenger space and the performance ... read more
  • Posted at 10:32 AM
    John V. Thill, creator of the Neurogenesis Learning System, is proud to announce the opening of their new offices in the Research and Development Park at Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida. Neurogenesis Learning System is a neuroeducation technology company focusing on brain-based research and adaptive and personalized learning. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/CG20480) "Expanding into the Research and Development Park at Florida Atlantic University will enable us to tap into the brightest talent in the South Florida area," Thill said. "Florida has a large ... read more
  • Posted at 10:29 AM
    SAN JOSE, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/24/13 -- WHAT: Acer America delivered 40 computers to Walmart Emergency Response Centers that have been set up in two Walmart stores in Moore, Okla. to support tornado victims. The Acer computers will enable local residents to communicate with loved ones and access news, information and aid resources. When the emergency response centers are no longer needed, Acer will donate the computers to Moore Public Schools in order to assist with the town's recovery. WHERE: ... read more
  • Posted at 10:25 AM
    AwesomeApps is expanding its revolutionary new game, Quintet, via a successful Kickstarter campaign that has nearly doubled its goal with over two weeks left to fund. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/CG20441) Quintet is one of the first arrivals in the burgeoning niche category of "crew" games. In order to win, players need to communicate and play cooperatively to operate the same space ship. There are 5 different roles­--captain, helm, tactical, engineering and science--each contributing to the success of the mission. This unusual new offering gives friends ... read more
  • Posted at 10:19 AM
    The board of directors of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE: TDS), a leading provider of telecommunications services, has declared a second quarter 2013 dividend of $.1275 per Common Share and Series A Common Share. Payment will be made on June 28, 2013 to shareholders of record as of June 14, 2013. About TDS Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS), a Fortune 500® company, provides wireless; broadband, TV and voice; and hosted and managed services to approximately 6.1 million customers nationwide ... read more
  • Posted at 10:17 AM
    Mobile Marketing Wiz, a company that specializes in sending mass text messages for its clients, has just announced that bulk sms messages used for marketing are now just .02 cents a message. The new site features in-depth information on the company, and how Mobile Marketing Wiz strives to offer the lowest possible costs on bulk text messages to potential clients and lead generation companies. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/CG20520) For just .02 cents a text message, Mobile Marketing Wiz has the most affordable pricing ... read more
  • Posted at 10:15 AM
    Geek Powered Studios, an internet marketing firm founded in San Antonio in 2009, has announced today that they have officially opened a new office in Austin, TX. Now headquartered in the heart of South Congress, Geek Powered Studios has been aggressively hiring to round out their team of "geeks." The company specializes in internet marketing for small- and medium-sized businesses providing services such as web design, search engine optimization (SEO), Pay-per-click (PPC), and custom photography/video. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/CG20366) "Austin ... read more
  • Posted at 10:00 AM
    Pivot Charter School, North Valley, a tuition-free public charter school serving students grades 6-12 in Butte and surrounding counties, announced today that it has been granted initial accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), one of six regional organizations that accredit public and ... read more
  • Posted at 9:26 AM
    MarcomCentral®, a leading marketing asset management and distributed marketing solution by PTI Marketing Technologies® Inc., announced the addition of PowerPoint to its set of dynamic marketing assets that utilize an organization's corporate templates, pre-approved content and intelligent rules to produce personalized marketing pieces. The new PowerPoint functionality allows an organization's marketing group to control the text, images, layout, and branding of PowerPoint presentations across the entire organization with intelligent versioning. Customization can be based upon vertical, product interest, demographic or behavioral ... read more
  • Posted at 9:14 AM
    SnagFilms Inc., the privately-owned media and technology company offering independent films to the world, has been awarded Red Herring's Top 100 North America award, honoring the year's most promising private technology companies in America. SnagFilms was selected by Red Herring's editorial staff based on both quantitative and qualitative criteria, such as financial performance, technology innovation, management quality, strategy and market penetration. Red Herring judges these companies as "positioned to grow at an explosive rate." (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/NY20561 ) "For nearly two ... read more
  • Posted at 9:14 AM
    This summer join the millions of Americans who are using their smartphones and tablets for great communication, entertainment, socialization and apps. Sprint is your source to use your smartphone and maximize your staycation, barbecues, weekend explorations or coast-to-coast adventures. ... read more
  • Posted at 9:08 AM
    C Spire Wireless, the only U.S. provider that offers consumers and businesses a suite of personalized wireless services, announced plans today to expand its 4G LTE (Fourth Generation Long Term Evolution) high-speed mobile broadband services to nearly a half million consumer and business customers in Mississippi ... read more
  • Posted at 9:07 AM
    As technology continues to invade every facet of American life, Cyber Crime becomes a growing and pervasive problem. New research from iTOK, a technology support company, shows that 1 in 3 computers are at risk, or have been a victim of viruses, spyware or phishing scams. ... read more