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SXSW® Interactive features five days of compelling presentations from the brightest minds in emerging technology, scores of exciting networking events hosted by industry leaders, the incredible new SXSW Trade Show and an unbeatable lineup of special programs showcasing the best new digital works, video games and innovative ideas the international community has to offer. Join us for the most energetic, inspiring and creative event of the year, taking place March 11-15, 2011 in Austin, Texas.

The Latest Bits & Bytes from SXSW® Interactive

Steven Johnson Talks Sexy Ideas on CNN

SpeakersInTheNews_2011.gif"We have a tremendously innovative culture in this country," Steven Johnson tells Kathleen Parker and Elliot Spitzer in a CNN interview conducted Friday, December 3. "We shouldn't get over-confident, but in general I think we have other problems to worry about." In a followup discussion on the CNN blog, Johnson argues against the concept that our fast-paced society makes serious thinking less likely: "On the one hand, the ability to multi-task successfully (along with the many other skills that come out of digital-age media) is not a trivial skill. But focus is also important, and so we need to spend time teaching kids how to switch modes when appropriate: multitasking for the easier stuff, but zooming in to a more focused state when there is serious work to be done."

Posted by tammy on 12/06/2010 in Speakers In The News

SXSW 101: What is the Next Stage?

sx101_icon_1_plat2.jpgThe Next Stage is the premier performance space within the SXSW Trade Show. Much as the Trade Show aims to support and encourage communication between music, film and interactive registrants, the Next Stage seeks to forge convergent bonds amongst the industries through the auspices of staged entertainment.

Posted by Peter on 12/06/2010 in SXSW 101

SXSW Accelerator Partial List of 2011 Judges

chuckmurphy_acc_guy_sized_0.jpgAt SXSW Accelerator Presented by Microsoft BizSpark we are especially grateful to the panel of judges who lend their time and expertise to the event. Technology startups get valuable advice and guidance from industry luminaries who agree to participate in the live judging process. Without these remarkable people, SXSW Accelerator would not be possible.

We'd like to thank the first round of esteemed judges:

  • Albert Wenger, Partner, Union Square Ventures
  • Chris Hughes, Founder and Executive Director, Jumo; Co-Founder, Facebook
  • Chris Shipley, Chairman and CEO, Guidewire Group
  • Craig Newmark, Founder, Craigslist
  • David Dunne, CEO, Velocidi
  • Don Dodge, Developer Advocate, Google
  • Timothy Draper, Managing Director, Draper Fisher Jurvetson
  • Paige Craig, Angel Investor/Co-Founder & CEO, BetterWorks
  • Richard MacManus, Founder & CEO, ReadWriteWeb
  • Robert Scoble, Blogger, Rackspace/Scobelizer
  • Tom Ball, Partner, Austin Ventures

Posted by tammy on 12/06/2010 in Accelerator Update, Interactive News

Sharron Rush Recognizes December 3, International Day of Persons With Disabilities

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sharronrush.jpgKnowbility is an Austin, Texas-based national nonprofit with a mission to support the independence of children and adults with disabilities by promoting the use and improving the availability of accessible information technology. Knowbility encourages corporations, nonprofits, government agencies, web developers, software designers, IT managers, policy developers and others to join in using the United Nations' International Day of Persons with Disabilities, (today, December 3) to start or renew their commitment to online accessibility.

Posted by tammy on 12/03/2010 in Speakers In The News

Enter SXSW Accelerator Presented by Microsoft BizSpark Today

bengalori_006_sized.jpgTick, tick, tick...that's the sound of time running out to register for SXSW Accelerator Presented by Microsoft BizSpark! December 10, (next Friday) is the last day your company can register to take part in all that Accelerator has to offer. Want one good reason why your company should enter? Well, here are ten.

Also, stay tuned to the SXSW Interactive website for a new announcement about SXSW Accelerator coming this Monday. We're bursting with excitement about who's participating next March, so check back with us on Monday to stay in the loop!

Posted by tammy on 12/03/2010 in Accelerator Update, Interactive News

Last Chance to Enter the SXSW Interactive Awards is Next Week

ia_awards_sales_merrick_ales.pngWe're coming down the stretch run for the SXSW Interactive Awards. The deadline to submit your digital work to this year's competition is next Friday, December 10.

Don't miss your chance to submit your new or improved Interactive destination to the competition that highlights the emerging trends, techniques, sites and applications inside and outside the web.

Take a look at our 17 competition categories and find out which ones your projects fit in, and then enter them in the competition. Have any questions about the SXSW Interactive Awards? Check out our Interactive Awards FAQ and get the low-down.

Posted by andrew on 12/02/2010 in Interactive Awards Update

Tim Ferriss Wants to Pump [Clap] You Up

SpeakersInTheNews_2011.gifOn the surface, geeks and fitness don't seem to go to together. But Tim Ferriss is out to change that. After his book The 4-Hour Workweek dominated the bestseller lists, Ferriss changed his focus. His next book, The 4-Hour Body, focuses on hacking fitness for quick gains. Gary Wolf of Wired sits down with Ferris for a Q&A about his new book, after the jump.

Posted by andrew on 12/01/2010 in Speakers In The News

Sky High: The Interactive Launch Package

fits_ra56.jpgLaunching a new product and want to take advantage of the unparalleled atmosphere at SXSW? Look no further than our specially designed Launch Package. With assets to maximize your footprint at the festival and focused outreach to achieve positive buzz, the Launch Package is your ticket to success.

Posted by Peter on 12/01/2010 in Interactive Marketing, Business at SXSW

indiePub Games and SXSW ScreenBurn Unveil First Independent Propeller Awards Competition

sxsw-blots-logo_sized.pngWe’re pleased to announce that indiePubGames.com will host the first Independent Propeller Awards video game development contest at SXSW ScreenBurn. Contest submissions are now open. The grand-prize winner will be revealed on March 13, 2011, at SXSW ScreenBurn happening during SXSW Interactive in Austin, Texas.

Posted by tammy on 12/01/2010 in Interactive News, ScreenBurn News

Cindy Royal Ends Her Relationship with Wired Magazine

SpeakersInTheNews_2011.gifIn the last few weeks, a blog post written by Cindy Royal, an assistant professor in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Texas State University in San Marcos, has caught the attention of many. Among those that have taken notice is Chris Anderson, the editor-in-chief of Wired Magazine.

In her blog post, written in the style of a break up letter, Royal criticized the magazine for portraying women in a negative light to sell more issues. She contended that the magazine depicts women as sex objects and as a result, she could no longer recommend the publication to her students.

Posted by sarah on 11/30/2010 in Speakers In The News
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