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Octasic Inc., a Montreal-based innovator of baseband and media processing solutions, has announced the latest release of its Vocallo MGW software. Version 2.0 adds support for the latest audio and video codecs. As the deployment of wideband audio codecs accelerates, operators need to transcode between an even greater range of codecs. Octasic’s Vocallo MGW software supports inter-working between all major wireline and wireless codecs. Version 2.0 adds support for important codecs in the Over-the-top (OTT) communications market, including emerging codecs such as SILK and Opus. Read the rest of this entry »

Vancouver-based Roam Mobility, the first network to eliminate roaming fees for Canadians travelling in the US, is planning a massive Canada Day giveaway this July 1^st. Any new customer who orders a 1, 3, or 7 day Talk+Text or Talk+Text+Data plan on Canada Day will receive their plan free (a retail value of up to $27.95). The Roam Mobility network eliminates roaming fees for Canadians travelling in the US by connecting them to a powerful, nationwide network for as little as $3 per day. Read the rest of this entry »

DHX Media Ltd., a Halifax-based independent creator, producer, distributor and licensor of mainly children’s entertainment content, has secured a several deals for its internationally successful library ahead of regional sales conference, NATPE Budapest. MTVA in Hungary has licensed Arthur, Caillou, and Sabrina, the Animated Series in a deal for Free TV. Read the rest of this entry »

Toronto-based self-serve media buying platform SiteScout has announced the acquisition, through a subsidiary corporation, of certain intellectual property assets developed by online ad exchange AdBrite. The terms of the deal are confidential. AdBrite – one of the first ad networks – was founded in 2002 and later repositioned as an ad exchange. The company ceased operations in February 2013. By purchasing these assets, SiteScout is acquiring cutting-edge video, data management and optimization technology, which it plans to integrate into its various products aimed at performance-driven digital marketers. Read the rest of this entry »

Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) announced today that it has wrapped season three of its unique, cornerstone program, Accessibility in Action, and fans can expect episode one to hit the small screen this September. The weekly show, which airs on AMI-tv, features guests who share inspirational stories about overcoming tremendous adversities and explores topics rarely discussed when talking about disabilities. Hosted by Gemini award-winning broadcaster Joanne Smith, AIA empowers and encourages those living with disabilities and aims to break down barriers. Read the rest of this entry »

Summer is here and Camp TELETOON is kicking off a whole new season of hit programming and online activities. From Monday, July 2 to Friday, August 30, kids can start every weekday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET/PT with huge laughs by checking out a programming lineup jam-packed with the new TELETOON original series Camp Lakebottom and hit shows like Lego Ninjago, Dreamworks Dragons: Riders of Berk, Rocket Monkeys, Johnny Test and The Looney Tunes Show. As an added bonus, Camp TELETOON will feature a different blockbuster movie every Friday at 10 a.m. ET/PT. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s the bottom of the ninth and the team is down two-zero… It’s Charlie Brown’s chance to be a hero. Will the Peanuts gang win the biggest baseball game of the summer? Charlie Brown’s All Stars! magically springs to life in this charming interactive storybook designed for your tablet or smartphone. Peanuts fans will delight in sharing this classic story of team spirit and friendship for a whole new generation of underdogs, Loud Crow Interactive is pleased to announce that Charlie Brown’s All Stars is available now on iTunes for the introductory price of $1.99 (Reg $4.99), for a limited time. Read the rest of this entry »

Social media management system developer HootSuite has announced a new integration with Attensity, a California-based leader in multichannel contact center solutions for enterprise customer care groups, including customer service teams, contact centers, community managers and customer intelligence teams. HootSuite Enterprise enables global organizations to launch social campaigns, identify and grow audiences, and distribute targeted messages across multiple social channels. By integrating with Attensity’s automated workflows and reporting capabilities, HootSuite Enterprise clients can streamline workflows including: Read the rest of this entry »