New readership data released today from the Print Measurement Bureau (PMB) for its Spring 2012 Readership Study reinforces The Globe and Mail’s leadership and growth in Canada. The survey cites growth for both weekday readership – up by 3 per cent to 1,060,000, and Saturday readership – up by 16 per cent to 1,222,000. In [...]
Digital Fortress, Inc., a newly formed operator of data center colocation facilities, announced today that it has acquired the data center businesses of digital.forest, Inc. and Fortress Colocation Services. Digital Fortress was formed by Halyard Capital, Meritage Funds and Sweetwater Capital as a platform to consolidate the data center colocation market in the Pacific Northwest. [...]
Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky, has called in Porter Novelli to develop its global consumer PR strategy. The agency has been awarded the six-figure brief after winning a four way pitch. Porter Novelli will amplify Glenfiddich’s quality and malt credentials with PR support for existing initiatives including the brand’s new global [...]
The Melanoma Network of Canada is pleased that the Canadian regulatory body, pCODR (pan-Canadian Oncology Drug Review) has made an initial recommendation that includes positive clinical evaluations for the latest treatments for metastatic melanoma. This is tremendous news for melanoma patients who for decades had far too few treatment options and are now one step [...]
Tii Network Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: TIII), a leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing network products for the communications industry, today reported results of operations for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2011. Net sales for the three months ended December 31, 2011 were $13,123,000 compared to $17,785,000 for the three months ended December [...]
Ohio Art’s Etch A Sketch® found itself at the center of U.S. politics last week, drawing up an abundance of attention and elevating the iconic toy to political icon. To maintain the classic drawing toys political neutrality, a series of three new ads developed by Team Detroit, Ohio Art’s advertising agency, are slated to hit [...]
Datawatch Corporation (NASDAQ: DWCH), the leading global provider of report analytics products and services, today announced that it has completed the previously announced purchase of the intellectual property underlying its Monarch Report Analytics platform from Raymond Huger, d/b/a Math Strategies. The $8.5 million purchase was funded through the combination of a $4.0 million subordinated note [...]
FairPoint Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: FRP) continues to improve its operations. “We’re making good operational gains and we are proud of the 8.4 percent gain in broadband subscribers in 2011 – the highest percentage gain among our industry peers,” said FairPoint CEO Paul Sunu. Earlier this month, FairPoint offered employees, who are members of the [...]
RadioShack Corp. (NYSE: RSH), a leading national retailer of innovative technology products, services and accessories, announces America’s Mobile Makeover Month by RadioShack — the retailer’s latest program to help consumers keep up with ever-changing, fast-paced mobile technology without breaking the bank. Starting April 1 through April 28, through this special promotion RadioShack guarantees customers at [...]
Bersin & Associates, the premier research and consulting firm empowering HR organizations to drive bottom-line impact, today announced new research proving that organizations that excel at social networking and informal learning significantly outperform their less sophisticated peers in global talent development. Senior Analyst Janet Clarey will unveil preliminary findings regarding this new High-Impact Learning Organization [...]
QuiBids has partnered with a few unique vendors for some never-before-seen auction items. While QuiBids is keeping tight-lipped on the nature of these new auctions, be sure to keep your eyes and ears open this weekend. Sign in to QuiBids on April 1 for some guaranteed auction entertainment and a few surprises. “QuiBids is all [...]
News Facts: Zmags, the leading provider of rich media mobile and social merchandising, today introduced a groundbreaking consumer shopping user interface (UI) dubbed “Zmags Convergence.“ This new, visual environment completely redefines and streamlines a consumer’s shopping experience on tablets, smartphones, the Web, and in Facebook. Using Zmags Convergence, retailers, brands, multi-level marketers and agencies can [...]
Step Automation and Test (Step AT) today announced ANTS, a tiny, stackable, single-board computer (SBC) for embedded systems. At only 35mm x 35mm, the ANTS platform serves applications that need specific, embedded functionality in a small space. It offers customizable features, a wide range of communication protocols, and low power consumption, making it ideal for [...]
Announced at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the Samsung Galaxy Tab™ 7.7 will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online at www.verizonwireless.com starting March 1. Movies, pictures and games come to life in high-definition with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7′s Super AMOLED™ Plus touchscreen display. Customers can quickly access the Web, stream [...]
Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSTK), today announced the launch of a new consumer information portal: www.O.info. The website features blogs, reviews and buying guides, all to help consumers make informed decisions about products before purchasing. Overstock.com Chairman and CEO Patrick M. Byrne said, “We’ve made O.info the place to find helpful information about our products. The [...]
