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Media Development Authority of Singapore Selects Autodesk as Technology Partner for New Games Solution Centre
Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK), a leader in 3D design, engineering and entertainment software is collaborating with Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) as the technology partner for its new Games Solution Centre. The Centre is a one-stop resource that provides rapid game prototyping and development resources including access to Autodesk Gameware in order to help Singapore-based game developers accelerate the commercialization… continue reading »
Breaking Exhibitor News From HIMSS, RSA and More Available Online At Tradeshownews.com
As the recognized global leader in event news release distribution, Business Wire hosts dedicated Online Media Centers for hundreds of events worldwide at www.tradeshownews.com . The following is a listing of hyperlinks to Business Wire Online Media Centers for upcoming events between January 30, 2012 through April 1, 2012: DesignCon 2012 BIO Asia 2012 ITEXPO East 2012 … continue reading »
Asian Capital Expenditure Expected to Grow at a More Subdued 5.7% in 2012 Compared to 29.1% in 2011, Says ABI Research
“A number of Asian operators are bracing themselves for a quickening in 3G and 4G subscriber adoption in 2012,” says Jake Saunders, vice president of forecasting. “Asian capital expenditure in 2012 is forecasted to increase 5.7% year-on-year to US$58.8 billion.” Across the region, over 63% of the CAPEX budget for 2012 will focus on the construction of radio access network infrastructure, 8% on upgrades and capacity expansions to the core network, and… continue reading »
Molex Reports Fiscal 2012 Second Quarter Results
Molex Incorporated (NASDAQ: MOLX and MOLXA), a global electronic components company, today reported results for its second quarter ended December 31, 2011. Three Months Ended … continue reading »
NRI Acquires Anshin Software
Nomura Research Institute, Ltd. (NRI) [TOKYO:4307], a leading provider of consulting services and system solutions, today announced the acquisition of Anshin Software Pvt. Ltd (Anshinsoft), an IT consulting and software development company based in India. The company capitalized at 5.7 million INR (about $113,000 USD). This investment secures offshore development locations and enhances global operational support for NRI's financial solutions. … continue reading »
Amazon Web Services and Equinix Bring AWS Direct Connect to Asia-Pacific
Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), a provider of global data center services, today announced the availability of Amazon Web Services (AWS) Direct Connect in Equinix International Business Exchange™ (IBX®) data centers in Tokyo and Singapore. The expansion to Asia-Pacific addresses growing customer demand for a direct connection into the AWS cloud. With AWS Direct Connect, customers can now connect their customer-owned and managed… continue reading »
mediba to offer the Mobile-Specific DSP: StrikeAd Fusion developed by leading international mobile advertising specialists StrikeAd™
mediba Inc. (Headquartered in Tokyo's Minato Ward; President & CEO: Takeshi Oasa; hereafter "mediba") has announced that it will begin offering the mobile-specific DSP[1] "StrikeAd Fusion" provided by StrikeAd™ (Headquartered in London and New York; CEO: Alex Rahaman; hereafter "StrikeAd") for use by advertisers and advertising agencies. StrikeAd Fusion allows advertisers and advertising agencies to manage and operate multiple… continue reading »
Smartphone Monetization Platform "Metaps" Secures US$4.2 Million Funding, Accelerating Its Asian Expansion from Singapore
Metaps Inc. (HQ: Tokyo, Japan, President and CEO: Katsuaki Sato), is proud to announce that they have arranged a private placement financing to raise proceeds of US$4.2 million from five venture capitals. The proceeds from this private placement is planned to be used for securing human resources of the Singapore-based, wholly owned subsidiary "Metaps Pte. Ltd.", and also to advance the company's Asia-focused platform business "metaps". … continue reading »
Hitachi Plant Technologies to Establish Local Subsidiaries in Southeast Asia and India
Stepping up the pace of its global expansion, Hitachi Plant Technologies, Ltd. ("Hitachi Plant Technologies") is in the process of establishing local subsidiaries in Southeast Asia and India. The new companies will engage in autonomous diversified operations and build close ties with customers and communities in their location. The subsidiary to be established in December 2011 - Hitachi Plant Technologies (Asia) Pte. Ltd. - in the Republic… continue reading »
Just in Time for the Holidays, iTwin Announces Availability at Online Retailers
iTwin Inc., the company that created iTwin, the world’s first ‘limitless’ secure USB device for remote file sharing, is proud to announce the availability of iTwin at several leading online retailers. iTwin is a USB device that enables users to privately access, edit and share their files and media from anywhere in the world. (Photo: Business Wire) “iTwin is gaining popularity as a solution for simple and safe remote file access, and we… continue reading »
mediba Inc. Announces Collaboration with LeadBolt Inc. of Australia to Form Smartphone Ad Network
mediba Inc., a public company that operates the ad network "mediba ad" for the mobilephone, (Headquartered in Tokyo's Minato Ward; President & CEO: Takeshi Oasa; hereafter "mediba") has announced that it will cooperate with LeadBolt Inc., the leading mobile advertising network and in-app ad monetization company (Headquartered in Sydney, Australia; CEO: Dale Carr; hereafter "LeadBolt"）for the purpose of mutually enhancing their ad-exchange… continue reading »
Clozette Partners with Glam Media Japan to Launch Japanese Fashion Social Network
Clozette Pte Ltd and Glam Media Japan today launched Glam-Clozette (clozette.glam.jp ), Japan's version of the interactive portal targeted towards the fashion-forward female community. The fashion portal provides a platform where women can share fashion tips, pictures of fashion items or favourite looks and styles through a virtual closet and styling application (refer to annex A for the description of the main sections of Glam-Clozette). … continue reading »
TM Forum Secures Axiata Group, PLDT and Reliance Communications as Strategic Partners for Management World Asia 2012
TM Forum today announced that three leading service providers in the APAC region—Axiata Group, Reliance Communications and PLDT—are strategic partners for its premier Asian communications conference, Management World Asia 2012. The annual conference, now in its 4th year, focuses on how service Providers in APAC can address falling ARPU for voice; a growing gap between data services and revenues; network and service convergence; and strong… continue reading »
Research and Markets: Pet Products In Singapore: Cat Litter, Dietary Supplements, Healthcare and Other Pet Products
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3f15ce/pet_products_in_si) has announced the addition of Euromonitor International's "Pet Products In Singapore" report to their offering. As the economy in Singapore enjoyed a year of solid performance, with real GDP growth of 5% in 2011, more consumers demonstrated a growing willingness to pamper their pets and provide them with better healthcare. This strengthening trend of… continue reading »
Mead Johnson Nutrition Announces Plans to Build Manufacturing Plant in Singapore
Mead Johnson Nutrition (NYSE: MJN) today announced its decision to build a new manufacturing and technology center in Singapore. The project is the biggest capital expenditure in the company’s history and is needed to support future growth in its fast-growing business across the Asia region. The total project cost of $325 million is comprised of $300 million in capital spending and $25 million in expenses. The plant is expected to be fully… continue reading »
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