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17th September 2013

Route1 Releases White Paper On Legal Implications Of BYOD

route1Digital security and identity management company Route1 Inc. has released a white paper titled Avoiding BYOD Legal Issues. The paper outlines the wave of emerging legal pitfalls facing the Enterprise with respect to the current BYOD practices of commingling of personal and enterprise data on mobile devices. The legality of the common practice of remotely wiping or tracking an employee’s mobile device while asking workers to sign waivers giving their consent for such a policy remains highly ambiguous, as there is little to no case law in this area. Employee resentment over these invasions of personal privacy is growing with concerns about losing personal data when using their own devices for work, and the potential violation if their employer viewed their personal information. Read the rest of this entry »

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17th September 2013

Sierra Wireless Launches M2M Solution Exchange

sierra wirelessSierra Wireless has just announced the launch of the Sierra Wireless Solution Partner Program and the Sierra Wireless M2M Solution Exchange. The Sierra Wireless Solution Partner Program promotes integrated wireless solutions powered by Sierra Wireless technology. It offers a streamlined, functional way for solution partners to work with Sierra Wireless to promote their solutions to the company’s network of carrier, sales, and reseller channels. Read the rest of this entry »

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17th September 2013

Register Now For Crossmedia Banff

crossmedia BanffTime is running out to register for the Crossmedia Banff: Digital MashUp, a showcase of 30 of the most innovative companies and creators in motion, mobile, marketing, publishing, and games will take place at The Banff Centre this September 23rd & 24th.  The pace is fast and the knowledge share overflowing. Gaming people will meet the TV people, the publishing people will meet the web video people, and everyone will get to meet the advertising people. Crossmedia Banff introduces a unique format featuring “quick fire” 7 minute demos from leading creators focused on building the technologies and experiences that will connect and engage with the audiences of the future across the digital “ecosystem”. Read the rest of this entry »

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17th September 2013

Rocketcases Releases Retro Covers For iPhone

rocketcasesVancouver-based Rocketcases has announced today the best-selling Retro Gamer case line for iPhone 5s, 5, 4 and 4s.  Rocketcases gamer G Boy and Controller themed iPhone cases protect your iPhone from falls and scratches with hard silicon and plastic materials, while at the same time bringing back memories of old-school gaming fun. Read the rest of this entry »

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17th September 2013

International Mobile Gaming Awards Issues Call For Submissions

IMGASince 2004, the IMGA has been at the forefront of the mobile gaming industry and has become the most prestigious international competition for mobile games. The IMGA is calling all developers and studios from around the world to submit their games. Please see the quick facts about the awards show and schedule below for more information on entering your game for consideration. Read the rest of this entry »

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17th September 2013

Kibooco Launches PAC Fundraising Program

kiboocoWith the new school year upon us, if your school is anything like the ones in our town, fundraising to support the PAC and other school activities are high priority. Vancouver-based creative platform Kibooco has built a “digital DIY” platform for kids to create their own designs, make them into custom products and share them for social good. Kibooco allows kids to design and make awesome personalized and custom products while raising awareness and money for causes and communities they care about.  The recently  launched Kibooco PAC Program is a fun, unique, and best of all – super simple – fundraising program that connects kids directly to helping raise money for their school. The team at Kibooco absolutely recognizes how busy parents and PAC members are, and the infograph shown below very quickly highlights the features of their low-maintenance, hassle-free program – with no cost to the PAC and tons of creative fun. This program will also work for daycares, community clubs, associations and even events. Read the rest of this entry »

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16th September 2013

Northumberland CFDC Announces $100K Winner Of N100 Startup Competition

N100Northumberland CFDC, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing financing and strategy for entrepreneurs, today announced that Unified Computer Intelligence Corporation (UCIC) is the winner of its inaugural N100 startup competition. UCIC has successfully secured an investment of $100,000 for the development of “Ubi” (the ubiquitous computer), a revolutionary new device that will change how people interact with computers. Read the rest of this entry »

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16th September 2013

Reminder To Register For eTelefilm

Canada Media FundThe Canada Media Fund (CMF) reminds all applicants that it is migrating its application process for its programs to the online service eTelefilm as of Monday, September 30th, 2013. As of this date, the CMF will no longer accept hardcopy (paper) applications. Read the rest of this entry »

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16th September 2013

Warframe Ships Update 10: Shadows Of The Dead

digital extremesOver the weekend Digital Extremes marked 6 months in open beta for Warframe with one of its biggest updates yet. Update 10: Shadows of the Dead, which appeared on Friday the 13th, celebrates over 4 million Tenno strong with new Warframes, new environments, new weapons, new game modes and more – including the introduction of The Conclaves.  Read on for the full list of new content and features coming in this update or view the highlights on Update 10 from the mouths of the Dev team: Read the rest of this entry »

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16th September 2013

Hinterland Launches KickStarter For The Long Dark

hinterlandThe development team at BC’s Hinterland Games is sending out a huge THANK YOU for the interest in their studio and its first game. They are over the moon that you’re as excited about The Long Dark as they are and recognize that they wouldn’t be here without you. The team has launched their official KickStarter campaign, and it’s off to a great start as the staff at KickStarter have chosen it as a Staff Pick. The KickStarter campaign runs until October 16th 2013, and is looking for a total contribution goal of $200 000.00. Check out the studio’s informational video over on the KickStarter page. Read the rest of this entry »

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