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Protecode, an Ottawa-based provider of open source license management solutions, today launched the hosted version of its popular System 4™ open source scanning and license management solution. ProtecodeCloud™ is a Software as a Service (SaaS) code scanning tool that allows organizations to manage open source licenses and obligations in the cloud, without having to invest in infrastructure and costly upgrades. Read the rest of this entry »

PEER 1 Hosting, a Vancouver-based IT hosting provider, has announced the launch of HPC Self Serve Cloud, powered by the company’s Zunicore public cloud platform. PEER 1 Hosting’s HPC Self Serve Cloud delivers a flexible and cost-effective high performance computing environment by fusing virtual and physical servers with a private net. The result is a seamless, self-serve solution that is fast, secure and available on-demand. Read the rest of this entry »

Film, television and web series brands now have an easy and inexpensive way to create an engaging, robust marketing page on Facebook with the launch of FanViewr, a new content distribution platform from Secret Location. The powerfully simple tool enables any entertainment brand, big or small, to upload photos and video, post episode schedules and synopsis, and display status updates — all within one page. The application can be activated with a 30-day free trail for anyone with a Facebook brand page. Read the rest of this entry »

IntelliResponse Systems, a Toronto-based provider of multi-channel virtual agent software solutions that drive profitable online conversations, today announced the official launch of IntelliResponse for Global Markets. This latest version of the firm’s industry leading customer self-service software includes full internationalization capabilities in its core architecture, enabling the product to support languages such as Japanese, Korean, as well as Chinese languages including Mandarin, Wu, Cantonese, and Min. Read the rest of this entry »

Vancouver-based EvidencePix Systems Inc., developer of VerifyPro™ and the patented EpixTrust™ process for secure capture and transfer of digital media from mobile devices, has announced the appointment of Seenergee Corp. as an authorized distributor for Mexico and Colombia. Read the rest of this entry »

Destiny Media Technologies, the Vancouver-based creator of a new cross platform video streaming format, is pleased to announce approval for a second watermarking patent. On July 19, 2011, the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued patent No. 7983441 entitled Methods For Watermarking Media Data. Read the rest of this entry »

Samsung has expanded the versatility of its Android tablet product line in Q4 of 2011 and Q2 of 2012 by releasing four new budget-friendly tablets with built-in infrared blasters. Of course, such devices are only as good as the apps they run, and although the included Universal Remote Control App that comes with these tablets is quite good, users tend to either love it or hate it. TouchSquid Technology, a small, independent manufacturer of android tablets with built-in IR, has recently released an alternative remote control app for the Samsung Tab 2 IR Tablet. Read the rest of this entry »

Montreal company Matrox Graphics Inc. has joined the Crestron® Integrated Partner Program and is working with the control and automation solutions provider to make Matrox Mura MPX Series video wall controller boards compatible across Crestron’s complete line of control system solutions. Read the rest of this entry »

Armed with video cameras and a keen sense of curiosity, two hundred students from across Canada are exploring their Canadian heritage in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment. Each student is participating in the inauguration of Canada’s History Young Citizens Program. Two hundred students, from Grades 4 to 11, have been selected as the top Heritage Fair contestants from their school. Read the rest of this entry »

Check out the cover of Max Payne 3 Issue #2: “Hoboken Blues” – the middle chapter of this three part comic series produced by Marvel – which will be available as a free download via the Max Payne 3 Official Site on Tuesday, June 12th (look for it at additional digital comic outlets shortly thereafter). Read the rest of this entry »