GDC

Paranoia Games Drives to Victory with "Big Mighty Wheels" in AirConsole and BMW Group's Game Developer Competition

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

"Big Mighty Wheels" will be a compelling addition to AirConsole's fast-growing portfolio of games for cars.

Key Points: 
  • "Big Mighty Wheels" will be a compelling addition to AirConsole's fast-growing portfolio of games for cars.
  • Rodrigo Picazo, game developer at Paranoia Games, stated that "AirConsole's controller solution enables a truly unique gaming experience in the car environment and sparked our creativity when developing Big Mighty Wheels.
  • Antti Makkonen, Senior Executive Producer at AirConsole added "The team from Paranoia Games took full advantage of what AirConsole's game controller solution offers when they designed their game.
  • Thanks to the partnership between AirConsole and BMW Group, the game industry has a new venue for gaming.

Fujitsu launches new offering to support sustainable enterprise transformation as Japan's first premium supplier for RISE with SAP

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

The RISE with SAP premium supplier offering provides technology and technical managed services to make it easier for clients to embrace a hybrid cloud approach and move mission-critical workloads from SAP solutions to the cloud.

Key Points: 
  • The RISE with SAP premium supplier offering provides technology and technical managed services to make it easier for clients to embrace a hybrid cloud approach and move mission-critical workloads from SAP solutions to the cloud.
  • By launching RISE with SAP, premium supplier option via Higher with Fujitsu, clients in Japan will have the tools to help accelerate their business transformations.
  • Fujitsu will start offering the solution under "Fujitsu Uvance" to customers in Japan in January 2024 and plans to expand the offering stepwise to the global market.
  • Fujitsu aims to deliver RISE with SAP, premium supplier option via Higher with Fujitsu to 200 customers globally by fiscal 2026.

Ericsson and Google Cloud expand successful collaboration with Cloud RAN offering

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

PLANO, Texas, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has announced today an expansion of its successful and long-standing partnership with Google Cloud to develop an Ericsson Cloud RAN solution on Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) that offers integrated automation and orchestration and leverages AI/ML for additional CSP benefits.

Key Points: 
  • PLANO, Texas, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has announced today an expansion of its successful and long-standing partnership with Google Cloud to develop an Ericsson Cloud RAN solution on Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) that offers integrated automation and orchestration and leverages AI/ML for additional CSP benefits.
  • Running Ericsson Cloud RAN on GDC Edge will enable CSPs to utilize Google Cloud Vertex AI, BigQuery and other cloud services, to improve the usability of the massive data sets being provided by Cloud RAN applications.
  • Mårten Lerner, Head of Product Line Cloud RAN, Ericsson, says: "This partnership enables us to deepen and expand our valuable collaboration with Google Cloud, and it opens new opportunities for operators to utilize the benefits of cloud native solutions and automation.
  • Ericsson remains committed to ensuring the adaptability of its Cloud RAN applications on diverse cloud infrastructures, offering operators enhanced flexibility and choice in deploying Cloud RAN as well as supporting the evolving hybrid cloud architectures together with Google Cloud."

Fujitsu acquires Thailand-based SAP consultancy Innovation Consulting Services, underpinning M&A growth strategy and accelerating SAP capabilities in Asia Pacific

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Monday, September 4, 2023

TOKYO, Sept 4, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Thailand Limited today announced the acquisition of Thailand-based SAP consultancy Innovation Consulting Services (ICS).

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Sept 4, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Thailand Limited today announced the acquisition of Thailand-based SAP consultancy Innovation Consulting Services (ICS).
  • The acquisition strengthens Fujitsu's capabilities in SAP consulting and managed services across the Asia Pacific region.
  • The acquisition draws on Fujitsu and ICS' shared wealth of SAP experience, expertise and professional track records to enhance competitiveness and strengthen SAP business capabilities in the region.
  • Graeme Beardsell, CEO, Fujitsu Asia Pacific said, "I am delighted that Fujitsu is investing in an ASEAN-based technology company, supporting ICS business expansion.

Shardbound Introduces Exciting New Gameplay Features Ahead of Alpha

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Friday, September 1, 2023

SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bazooka Tango, a gaming studio founded by the former co-founders of Super Evil Megacorp and creators behind the award-winning multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game Vainglory, has opened Alpha Pre-Registrations for its highly anticipated next-generation collectible strategy game, Shardbound. Registrants will be given the first chance to experience the Alpha playtest from 7th September at 10 AM PDT until 17th September at 8 PM PDT.

Key Points: 
  • Registrants will be given the first chance to experience the Alpha playtest from 7th September at 10 AM PDT until 17th September at 8 PM PDT.
  • With a host of brand-new features introduced, a total of 1,000 keys will be up for grabs for registrants to be one of the first to access the Alpha playtest.
  • With updated gameplay features that enable diverse playing styles and new mechanics that can turn the tides on opponents, including the introduction of battlefield rally and minion management systems, Shardbound is re-defining methodical strategic gameplay into an exciting battlefield of unpredictability.
  • To pre-register for Shardbound and get a chance to play in the Alpha, please visit: https://www.shardbound.com/

Data to the rescue: Reducing collisions with data insights and AI predictability

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - In 2022, Geotab 's data insights helped commercial vehicles drive 17% more miles on average before experiencing a collision in comparison to 2021.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - In 2022, Geotab 's data insights helped commercial vehicles drive 17% more miles on average before experiencing a collision in comparison to 2021.
  • Building on quality data intelligence and recent innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, Geotab is now able to provide even more reliable data and predictive insights to help fleets make informed decisions to prevent collisions, reduce risk and get drivers home safely.
  • Introduced in February 2023, Geotab Data Connector (GDC) is having a significant impact on improved business outcomes.
  • Geotab is dedicated to ensuring organizations maximize the power of their data with the most up-to-date tools and insights on the market.

Google and the Government of El Salvador announce multi-year partnership to digitally transform the country and advance technological development in Central America

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Google Cloud and the government of El Salvador announced today a multi-year agreement to support the country in its journey to become a technological hub in Central America. Based on mutually agreed upon conditions, Google Cloud plans to establish a legal entity and a Google Cloud office in the Republic of El Salvador, initiate a Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) instance for the country, which will bring infrastructure closer to where El Salvador's data is generated, and set up a Cloud Center of Excellence to offer technical guidance to businesses and organizations on how to achieve the greatest benefits from cloud technology and innovations.

Key Points: 
  • El Salvador will be using Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) as the foundation for this transformation.
  • Google Cloud's delivery of GDC in El Salvador makes it the first Latin American government to benefit from this powerful cloud technology.
  • Google's global expertise combined with El Salvador's audacity is set to redefine the technological landscape," said Nayib Bukele, President of the Republic of El Salvador.
  • "We look forward to working hand-in-hand with El Salvador to foster technological development in Central America," said Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian.

GD Culture Group Limited Expands Grids of the Future Portfolio with TikTok to Drive Growth of Live-Streaming E-Commerce Business Segment

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Monday, August 28, 2023

AI Catalysis expects to expand grids of the future portfolio on TikTok to drive growth of live-streaming e-commerce business segment.

Key Points: 
  • AI Catalysis expects to expand grids of the future portfolio on TikTok to drive growth of live-streaming e-commerce business segment.
  • By fusing entertainment and online shopping, TikTok’s live-streaming e-commerce is well on its path to reshaping the e-commerce landscape worldwide.
  • The assortment of products, coupled with real-time interaction, is anticipated to strike a chord with a vast consumer base.
  • With our TikTok live-streaming initiative, GDC aspires to not only be a part of this evolution but to be a leading voice in it.”

Bit Fry Game Studios and Immutable Games Unveil Infinite Victory Playable Demo at Gamescom

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

COLOGNE, Germany, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Immutable, the leading web3 gaming platform, today announces the first playable demo of the highly anticipated futuristic sports game Infinite Victory, developed by Bit Fry Studios — a gaming studio founded by Ben Freidlin and run by former VP at Take-Two Interactive Chris Mate and Todd Zeile, former Major League Baseball (MLB) player. Infinite Victory will be showcased and available to test play at Gamescom 2023 between August 24-26, which will see nearly 300,000 in-person gaming enthusiasts in attendance and over 130 million internet viewers watching from home.

Key Points: 
  • Announced at GDC earlier this year, Infinite Victory brings the thrill of 3v3 street basketball to life with a twist.
  • Akin to Rocket League but with a basketball spin, Infinite Victory's gameplay is unique and innovative, offering strategic depth and intense action.
  • In the realm of pop culture, playing Infinite Victory is reminiscent of stepping into a futuristic pickup game in the iconic movie "Space Jam."
  • Alongside Infinite Victory, Gamescom attendees will get the chance to explore and test play Immutable Games' other flagship titles, including the next-generation collectible strategy game, Shardbound, developed by former Riot Games and Rockstar developers at Bazooka Tango; Studio369's highly anticipated mech-fighting multiplayer shooter game MetalCore; and high-octane racing game Battle Derby from Triple O Games — a newly announced Immutable ecosystem partner.

Liquid Media Group Subsidiary Digital Cinema United adds Exhibitor Alamo Drafthouse Cinema to Cloud-based DCP Delivery Platform

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liquid Media Group Ltd. (the “Company”, “Liquid Media” or “Liquid”) (Nasdaq: YVR) is pleased to announce the ongoing growth of subsidiary Digital Cinema United (“DCU”)’s cloud-based electronic delivery platform, DCU Connect, adding Exhibitor Alamo Drafthouse Cinema .

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liquid Media Group Ltd. (the “Company”, “Liquid Media” or “Liquid”) (Nasdaq: YVR) is pleased to announce the ongoing growth of subsidiary Digital Cinema United (“DCU”)’s cloud-based electronic delivery platform, DCU Connect, adding Exhibitor Alamo Drafthouse Cinema .
  • Known for their curatorial approach to programming, showcasing first-run releases as well as a mix of independent and classic films, Alamo Drafthouse is now the 12th largest theatrical exhibitor in North America, operating 39 theatre locations and 315 screens.
  • DCU Connect, DCU’s DCP delivery platform, is a software-based platform that takes 10 minutes to install per location.
  • Requiring no hardware, the platform currently fully integrates with numerous TMS/LMS systems which include Arts Alliance Media’s Screenwriter, GDC, Rosetta Bridge and Cinema ACE.