Oregon newspaper reaches into community with webisodes
The Mail Tribune, a Dow Jones & Co. newspaper, has created "Dan & Dave Do Stuff," a web series that integrates itself into its community in a very literal way.
Aereo TV service gets the lawsuits it expected [with document]
Aereo, the television service backed in part by board member Barry Diller’s IAC, has had its legality challenged in two separate legal filings in the U.S. District Court.
Shutterfly signs $23.8 million stalking horse deal for Kodak Gallery
Eastman Kodak Co. today announced it has entered into an agreement with Shutterfly to sell certain assets of its Kodak Gallery on-line photo services business for $23.8 million.
Zynga initiative adds third parties, weakens links to Facebook
Zynga today announced the Zynga Platform, a move that may signal the social game giant’s migration away from its dependence on Facebook, where it makes 93 percent of its revenue.
Blizzard eliminates 600 jobs but still hiring developers
Blizzard Entertainment Inc. is eliminating positions currently held by 600 employees worldwide, about a third of which will be from its facility in Cork, Ireland.
Yammer closes $85 million for enterprise social networks
Yammer Inc., which provides social networks specifically for enterprise, has secured $85 million in its fifth round of funding led by DFJ Growth, part of the core team at Draper Fisher Jurvetson.
AirVinyl app adds retro warmth to iPhone music
If digital audio sounds too sterile and flat to you, the AirVinyl app from Sir George Martin’s studio is available to add retro harmonics and ambiance to music played on the iPhone.
NBCUniversal’s Integrated Media group expands its leadership team
NBCUniversal’s Integrated Media group has expanded its senior leadership team by creating four new positions under the leadership of John Shea, who recently joined NBCUniversal as chief marketing officer and executive vice president of Integrated Media.
Webcast helps 'Biggest Book Show on Earth' live up to its name
Today is World Book Day in the U.K., part of an international celebration that has reached out from between the covers to embrace streaming video, online games, YouTube videos and other digital ways to encourage a life-long love of reading.
NPR to webcast Springsteen's SXSW keynote
Even Bruce Springsteen can find new ways to reach his audience. Today NPR announced it will be offering a webcast and broadcast of Springsteen’s SXSW keynote, live and to a worldwide audience on March 15.
SugarSync raises $15 million to keep users' files in sync
SugarSync, the developer of a free service that syncs files across a user's computers and devices, said on Wednesday it has raised $15 million in its fourth round of funding, which the company will use to grow its team and expand its datacenter footprint.
Vocus acquires iContact for $169 million
Vocus, the developer of marketing and public relations software, said it has paid $169 million to acquire North Carolina-based iContact, a provider of cloud-based email and social marketing software.
Intel commits $100 million to automotive tech innovation
Intel Capital today announced it has created the Connected Car Fund, a $100 million global investment fund to help accelerate and promote innovation in the automotive industry.
Mobile payments firm Admeris names Bogosian as CEO
Toronto-based mobile payments company Admeris Inc. announced today that is has named Brian Bogosian as president and CEO.
Phroni secures $870,000 to enhance mobile browsing [with demo video]
Mobile technology company Studio Ousia Inc. has raised 70 million yen (about $870,000) in private placement of new shares from Nissay Capital Co. Ltd. for its Phroni platform.
Sprint TV finally comes to iPhones
Sprint customers can now watch live and on-demand TV on their iPhones using the company’s new Sprint TV app, powered by MobiTV.
Reports: Apple to Unveil iPad 3 Next Week in San Francisco
Shares of Apple hit an all-time high on Tuesday after the company announced plans for a media event next week, presumably to unveil the third generation of its popular iPad tablet computer.
AOL and PBS unveil cross-platform 'Makers' [with video]
AOL and PBS today launched "Makers: Women Who Make America," a multi-platform initiative that aims to become the largest-ever and most dynamic collection of women’s stories.
USA Network and Miso use unique perk to honor 'White Collar' fans
Four fans will be especially engaged in tonight’s season finale of "White Collar," since USA Network and Miso have made them part of the broadcast.
Edison Ventures closes new $249 million technology fund
Edison Ventures, the New Jersey-based venture capital firm with offices in McLean, Va. said on Tuesday it has closed a new $249 million technology fund.
