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New Final Fantasy game joins Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII, Final Fantasy XIV, Thief and Murdered: Soul Suspect at E3 next week.

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The next generation of games from Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) will finally be revealed on Monday, June 10 at 1:00 p.m. PT (4:00 p.m. ET) exclusively on Spike TV and streaming on www.ea.com/e3. “The Download: EA 2013 Preview” will feature the a first look at EA SPORTS™ UFC, FIFA 14, Madden NFL 25, NBA LIVE, the latest from Need for Speed™ Rivals and the live world premiere of Battlefield 4™ all-out multiplayer warfare – and other surprises. E3 attendee Reported by Business Wire 2 hours ago.

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*Tune In On June 10 for the Unveil of EA's Next Generation*

"The Download: EA 2013 Preview" Will Feature New Video and Gameplay of EA's Hottest Next-Gen Games

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The next generation of games from Electronic Arts Inc. (NAS: EA) will finally be revealed on Monday, June 10 at 1:00 p.m. PT (4:00 p.m. ET) exclusively on Spike TV and streaming on www.ea.com/e3. "The Download: EA 2013 Preview" will feature the a first look at EA SPORTS™ UFC, FIFA 14, Madden NFL 25, NBA LIVE, the latest from Need for Speed™ Rivals and the live world premiere of Battlefield 4™ all-out multiplayer warfare - and other surprises.




E3 attendees will be the first to get hands-on of Battlefield 4, experience next generation sports titles in the EA SPORTS IGNITE Lab, test drive Need For Speed Rivals and more all at EA's booth #1601 in the south hall. EA will be showcasing titles for the Xbox One™, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®4 and PC. The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC) from June 11-13.

Media demos for upcoming mobile titles such as the PopCap™ studio's highly-anticipated Plants vs. Zombies™ 2, EA's Ultima™ Forever, and Fightback, developed by renowned studio Ninja Theory and published by Chillingo, will be held at the JW Marriott by appointment only.

Product information, assets and exclusive EA content will be available throughout the show at www.ea.com/e3. Follow EA on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/ea and on Facebook® at www.facebook.com/ea.

*About Electronic Arts*

Electronic Arts (NAS: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones and tablets. EA has more than 285 million registered players and operates in 75 countries.

In fiscal year 2013, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.8 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality blockbuster brands such as The Sims™, Madden NFL, FIFA Soccer, Need for Speed™, Battlefield™ and Mass Effect™. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.

The Sims, Need for Speed, Mass Effect , Battlefield, Battlefield 4, Ultima and PopCap are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. and its subsidiaries. UFC, NBA, John Madden, NFL and FIFA are the property of their respective owners and used with permission. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Xbox and Xbox One are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc. Twitter is a registered trademark of Twitter, Inc.





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Instamerchant Introduces the Next Generation of First Data Independent Sales™; FDIS Changing Their Name to Ignite Payments™

June 7, 2013, 1:09 am

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First Data Independent Sales™ is introducing the next generation, called Ignite Payments™. Ignite Payments™ is a powerful new way to bring First Data’s industry-leading solutions to merchants around the globe.

Phoenix, Arizona (PRWEB) June 07, 2013

Instamerchant, the leader in online merchant accounts, announces the new brand name for First Data Independent Sales™, which will now be known as Ignite Payments™.

In an effort to keep pace with the rapidly evolving credit card processing industry, First Data Independent Sales™ is introducing the next generation, called Ignite Payments. Ignite Payments™ is a powerful new way to bring First Data’s industry-leading solutions to merchants around the globe.

Instamerchant owner, David Standage, stated, “As a registered agent of First Data, I’m excited about the change. I believe that this new strategy will afford monumental advantages to all the registered agents of First Data. The name “Ignite” suggests combustion, excitement and sparks. The purpose of the rebranding is to ignite the growth of the company, keeping up the technology and trends so that we remain at the top of the industry.”

Agents will continue to glean from the full support of First Data, which is the world leader in credit card processing. But Ignite Payments™, which is still a wholly owned subsidiary of First Data, will allow each agent to develop his or her own strategy on how merchant account goods and services are marketed, leading to an expected increase in diversity within the organization as agents incorporate their unique marketing and sales styles.

First Data recognizes the magnitude of this rebranding, and has committed to Instamerchant, along with all of the registered agents, that along with this change will come an even greater commitment of resources, communication, products and recognition. This will increase the marketing ability of Instamerchant by increasing their flexibility in the realm of merchant account services. Reported by PRWeb 14 hours ago.

Facebook Builds Self-Esteem And Confidence For First-Generation College Students

June 7, 2013, 7:22 am

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Facebook connections can be a confidence booster for first-generation college applicants, helping them believe in their abilities to apply to school and excel once they have enrolled, according to a new study from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University.

"We are very excited by these findings, because they suggest that the kinds of interactions supported by Facebook and other social media can play a role in helping young people, especially those who are traditionally less likely to go to college, feel more confident about their ability to get into college and to succeed there," said Nicole Ellison, associate professor at the U-M School of Information.

First-generation applicants might not come into daily contact with others who support their interest in college or who can answer questions about it, Ellison added.

"Our message to high school students is that even if they are disadvantaged in terms of financial resources or parental support, social media can help them access resources they may already have in their extended social networks," said D. Yvette Wohn, an MSU doctoral student and first author of the study.

The researchers queried more than 500 high school students in lower-income Muskegon County, Michigan. Using statistical models, they analyzed how various factors -- such as demographics, family history of college attendance, parental support and Facebook connections -- correlated with the students' confidence in their ability to apply to college and their expectations of success once there.

To evaluate how well the students understood the college application process, the survey asked participants about social media use and to rate how strongly they agreed or disagreed with four statements; such as: "I know how to apply for financial aid" and "I know what I need to include in a college application."

Of the study participants, twelve percent said they had used social media to get information about how to apply to school. However, first-generation students who used social media in this way were 1.8 times more confident about their understanding of the application process, compared with students who did not use social media for this type of information.

This correlation did not hold true for students whose parents had graduated from college.

To assess how well the participants expected to do in school, the researchers had them rate on a scale from one for "strongly disagree" to five for "strongly agree," statements such as "I am confident that I will fit in socially in college" and "I am confident that I am able to successfully graduate from college."

The results showed that first-generation students reported much lower expectations, with a mean score of 2.84 compared with 4.01 for all others.

Furthermore, of the 70 percent of participants who had a Facebook friend that was either in college or had attended and could answer questions about it, first-generation students were 2.3 times more confident in their ability to succeed in school, compared with peers who had no Facebook friend with whom they could talk about college.

The study’s authors said more research is needed to determine why these correlations exist, but offered some ideas.

"We think social media may demystify the college experience, because kids are able to see how others like them experience the process," Ellison said.

"Also, sites like Facebook make it easier to ask questions of one's network."

The researchers urge guidance counselors and administrators to consider new ways to help juniors and seniors navigate their next steps through social media, and perhaps even offer application help through Facebook.

Ellison and colleagues from the University of Oxford and MSU are developing a Facebook app that will help students identify people in their networks who might be good sources of information and support about college. They plan to launch the app within the next few months.

While the current study only examined students' perceptions, the researchers are now studying how students use social media to seek information about college, as well as factors related to actual enrollment.

The study, entitled "The role of social media in shaping first-generation high school students’ college aspirations: A social capital lens," will be presented June 18 at the International Communication Association conference in London, and was recently published in the journal Computers and Education. Reported by redOrbit 8 hours ago.

Next Generation Trust Services to Exhibit at Annual NJSCPA Convention & Expo June 12-14, 2013

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Administrator of Self-Directed Retirement Plans Will Share Insights into Nontraditional Investments with New Jersey CPAs at 8th Annual Conference

Roseland, NJ (PRWEB) June 07, 2013

Jaime Raskulinecz, founder and CEO of Next Generation Trust Services, LLC will be at Booth 111 during the 8th annual NJSCPA Convention & Expo, June 12-14 at Bally’s Hotel, 1900 Pacific Avenue in Atlantic City, N.J. Raskulinecz will be available to answer questions from attendees about self-directed retirement plans and discuss the many options and benefits of self-direction as a retirement wealth-building strategy.

The convention, sponsored by the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants, draws together CPAs and other financial services professionals such as corporate controllers and CFOs, bankers and other lenders, and those in the real estate and legal fields.

“Clients may come to their CPAs with questions about whether or not a certain investment strategy makes sense for their overall financial picture, so it’s important for accountants and other financial services professionals to understand self–direction,” said Raskulinez. “For savvy investors who might already be making these alternative investments outside of their existing IRA, self-direction can be a great way for them to build a more eclectic retirement portfolio, with all the tax advantages of a regular IRA.”

Self-directed IRAs allow for a diverse array of nontraditional investments that include real estate, precious metals, hedge funds, unsecured loans, mortgages, commodities, and much more. Next Generation Trust provides comprehensive account management and transaction support for self-directed plans, as well as guidance and education about the regulations concerning the alternative assets allowed in these types of plans.

Attendees at the NJSCPA are encouraged to stop by Next Generation Trust Services’ booth for more information about self-directed retirement plans, contribution limits, prohibited transactions, and the role of the plan administrator. The company’s website, http://NextGenerationTrust.com also has information and valuable resources about self-directed IRAs, as well as online starter kits to open an account. For more information visit the website, email Info[at]NextGenerationTrust[dot]com, or call (888) 857-8058.

About Next Generation Trust

Next Generation Trust Services (NGTS), headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey, is a professional third-party administrator of self-directed retirement plans. NGTS provides education, administrative support, and account maintenance to individuals interested in self-directing their retirement portfolios with a wide variety of investments that are not typically found in an IRA, such as real estate, precious metals, notes and mortgages, private placements, accounts receivables, limited partnerships, hedge funds, and much more. Next Generation Trust Services serves clients globally via its website, http://www.NextGenerationTrust.com. For more information on self-directing a retirement plan, call 973-533-1880, 888-857-8058 (toll free), or e-mail Info(at)NextGenerationTrust(dot)com. Reported by PRWeb 13 hours ago.

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Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) June 07, 2013

Fourth Generation (4G) cellular deployments via LTE are underway and hold the promise of increased bandwidth for data and greater capacity overall once VoLTE is deployed.

More capacity easily translates into more bandwidth to offer, more subscriptions to sell, more data consumed, and more data revenue for the carriers.

On the demand side, bear services, particularly data, continues to grow at a healthy pace, but there are limits to growth in bearer service for consumer and even enterprise usage.

In addition, there is an increasing awareness of Internet Protocol (IP) being cheap source of transport, and hence more people becoming aware of VoIP, and therefore Over the Top (OTT) VoIP alternatives.

However, there are many business challenges and opportunities to consider including the coming onslaught of mobile video, many cloud-based applications, marginalization of core services, and the extreme need for Value-added Services (VAS) on the part of the mobile network operator.

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*Activision Publishing, Inc. Ushers in the Next-Generation of Gaming at Electronic Entertainment Expo 2013*

*Targeted Line-up Includes Call of Duty®: Ghosts, Destiny™ and Skylanders SWAP Force™*




SANTA MONICA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NAS: ATVI) , is ushering in the next-generation of gaming at the 2013 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3 Expo) taking place at the Los Angeles Convention Center from June 11 - 13, 2013 with a blockbuster lineup that features some of the industry's biggest franchises. On display at Activision's booth #647 in the South Hall, the company's slate includes *Call of Duty®: Ghosts*,*Destiny**™*and*Skylanders SWAP Force**™*.

"This is obviously a big year - not just for Activision, but for the entire industry," said Eric Hirshberg, CEO of Activision Publishing. "There's a console transition coming and naturally, everyone wants to see what new possibilities that will unleash in the games. We remain laser focused on delivering the things we know our gamers care about most: great gameplay, immersive worlds, and cool innovations. And that's what our amazing lineup at E3 this year will deliver."

*Activision's E3 Slate Includes:*

*Call of Duty: Ghosts -* Developed by Infinity Ward, the studio that created the original Call of Duty® and the critically-acclaimed Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® series, *Call of Duty: Ghosts* is the next generation of Call of Duty and a stunning leap forward for the franchise. The game delivers an all-new world, setting and cast of characters, all powered by a new, next-generation engine. For the first time, gamers play as the underdog, fighting as part of a single squad against an enemy that has superior numbers and firepower. *Call of Duty: Ghosts*' next-gen engine delivers gameplay innovations throughout the entire game, including several new multiplayer features that will be unveiled in the coming months. The game is expected to release on November 5, 2013 for the Xbox 360® games and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Windows® PC. (Developed for Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, Xbox 360, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®3 system and Windows PC; not yet rated by the ESRB.)

*Destiny -* Activision in partnership with Bungie, the creators of Halo®, will showcase*Destiny,* the next evolution in interactive entertainmentthat brings first-person action gamers together in a shared, persistent online world filled with sweeping adventures. *Destiny* casts players as Guardians of the last city on Earth, who will traverse the ancient ruins of our solar system from the red dunes of Mars to the lush jungles of Venus. Able to wield incredible power, gamers must battle humanity's enemies and reclaim all that was lost during the collapse of mankind's Golden Age. In a story-driven universe, *Destiny's* saga unfolds through grand talesand epic adventures by immersing players in a bold new universe filled with cooperative, competitive, public, and social activities, all seamlessly connected. (Developed for the PlayStation 4 system, PlayStation 3 system, Xbox One and Xbox 360; not yet rated by the ESRB.)

*Skylanders SWAP Force* - Activision's *Skylanders SWAP Force* continues to build upon the success of the award-winning franchise's signature gameplay and collectible toy experience with the introduction of an innovative feature - dynamic swapability. Kids and gamers will have unprecedented levels of choice in how they explore Skylands and battle Kaos by swapping the top and bottom halves of the toys to transform 16 SWAP Force^TM characters into more than 250 unique combinations. Set in a richly detailed world of next generation visual fidelity, *Skylanders SWAP Force* takes kids on an all-new adventure with 32 never-before-seen heroic characters that each offer unique powers and personalities. The game also features new abilities - such as flying, climbing, and teleporting - which can be used in special areas of Skylands. Additionally, fans can play with their entire collection of 100+, forward-compatible toys from both Skylanders Spyro's Adventure^® and Skylanders Giants*™*. *Skylanders SWAP Force* is set to release in North America on October 13, Australia on October 16 and Europe on October 18. Fans can pre-order *Skylanders SWAP Force* Starter Packs worldwide beginning on June 7; all games pre-ordered at participating retailers worldwide also will come with a free Skylanders toy. Suggested retail pricing: starter pack, $74.99; individual action figures, $9.99 for core characters, $14.99 for new SWAP Force characters. (Developed by Vicarious Visions for the PlayStation 4 system, PlayStation 3 system, Xbox One, Xbox 360 and the Wii U™ system from Nintendo; the Wii™ from Nintendo version is in development by Beenox; the portable Nintendo 3DS™ version is in development by n-Space; not yet rated by the ESRB.)

*About Activision Press and Broadcast Media Center*

Screenshots and game information about Activision's E3 video game line-up can be found at: www.activision.com/presscenter.

Broadcast media can visit Activision's Broadcast Media Center to download broadcast quality video, web-ready video and high-resolution images. Broadcast Media Center: http://www.activisionvideo.com.

*About Activision Publishing, Inc.*

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, mainland China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, www.activision.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Activision Publishing's expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future are forward-looking statements, including expected launch dates for new products, that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause Activision Publishing's actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include unanticipated product delays and other factors identified in the risk factors sections of Activision Blizzard's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Activision Publishing and Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither Activision Publishing nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Activision Publishing or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

Halo is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft is not the publisher of Destiny. Activision has no affiliation with Halo.

"PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Nintendo trademarks and copyrights are properties of Nintendo. © 2013 Bungie, Inc. All rights reserved. Destiny, the Destiny Logo, Bungie and the Bungie Logo are among the trademarks of Bungie, Inc. Published and distributed by Activision. ACTIVISION, SKYLANDERS SPYRO'S ADVENTURE, SKYLANDERS SWAP FORCE, SKYLANDERS GIANTS, SWAP FORCE, LIGHTCORE, CALL OF DUTY, MODERN WARFARE, and CALL OF DUTY GHOSTS are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc.

All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.





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REXBURG, Idaho, June 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Home Care Pulse, the leader in quality satisfaction management for the home care industry, is excited to announce their new lead generation and home ca... Reported by FinanzNachrichten.de 7 hours ago.

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New generation takes reins at Ikea as founder lets his three sons take over

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Asked if he would ever quit Ikea, 87-year-old founder Ingvar Kamprad told an interviewer last year he "had no time to die". But his latest step back from the world's biggest furniture group has pushed a younger generation to the fore. Reported by S.China Morning Post 2 hours ago.

Power House Fire Marks Neptune Aviations Three Years Of New Generation Tanker Operations

June 7, 2013, 12:48 pm

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  WASHINGTON, June 7, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Neptune Aviation Services has marked three years of successful operations of its emerging fleet of BAe 146 new generation, large airtankers, as one of its reconfigured, one-time regional jet airliners works the Power House fire in... Reported by PR Newswire 2 hours ago.

Computex 2013: Intel unveils fourth-generation Intel Core processors

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Intel has introduced the fourth-generation Intel Core processor family. With power levels as low as 6W in scenario design power, Intel said it is enabling thinner, lighter, cooler, quieter and fanless designs. New Intel Core processors also power designs such as all-in-one PCs with great battery life, bringing portability to the growing category. The fourth-generation Intel Core processors are capable of delivering up to 15% better performance than the previous generation. Reported by DigiTimes 4 days ago.

Review: 16GB fifth-generation iPod touch comes down to cash, capacity, and camera

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For a while, Apple has been selling two generations of iPod touch side by side: the 16GB and 32GB, 3.5-inch, Retina display fourth-generation versions and the 32GB and 64GB, 4-inch, Retina fifth-generation models. That confusion finally ended when Apple recently introduced a 4-inch 16GB iPod touch and in the process killed off the older fourth-generation for good.

Did I say the confusion ended? Well, sort of. In most ways, the $229 16GB fifth-generation iPod touch is identical to the 32- and 64GB fifth-generation models released in October 2012. It has the same 4-inch Retina display, the same dual-core A5 processor, the same front-facing FaceTime HD camera (with its 1.2-megapixel photos and 720p video capabilities), the same bundled Lightning cable and remote-less EarPods, and the same dimensions. The 16GB model is in fact notable only for what it lacks: It offers no rear-facing iSight camera, no strap post (and therefore no strap), and no choice in colors (this model comes only with a black face and silver back).

Given that it has no new or improved capabilities over its higher-capacity siblings, your buying choice is nicely narrowed down to just a few factors: Money, storage space, and what you want from an iPod touch’s camera.

The colorful 32GB and 64GB models (left) and the new 16GB model (right).

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UK's Young People Lead World's Wireless Generation

June 4, 2013, 6:19 am

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*José María Álvarez-Pallete, Telefónica COO*




Telefónica UK has released the results of the largest ever global survey of Generation Y Millennials aged 18 to 30.  Working with the Financial Times, the network operator spoke to more than 12,000 young people across 27 countries and six regions.




They found 76 per cent of this ‘always on’ group now owns a smartphone – this is highest in Asia, at 83 per cent, and lowest in Central and Eastern Europe, at 60 per cent. 68 per cent of those surveyed believe that they have the opportunity to be an entrepreneur, while 79 per cent believe the best days of their country are yet to come. “This ‘yes I can’ attitude is very refreshing,” said  José María Álvarez-Pallete, Chief Operating Officer of Telefónica, who outlined the findings at the launch event. “It is very different from a generation ago.”




Telefonica claims to have identified a new kind of elite – 11 per cent of Millennials globally - who are not defined by metrics like socioeconomic status, but by their access to technology and opportunity. While their immediate priorities are the same – family, school and friends come first – 44 per cent of these leaders believe access to technology is important to success, compared to 30 per cent overall. “These people are at the cutting edge of technology and highly interested in what happens around them from a political standpoint. Politicians around the world must see that technology is going to influence the future. But this is not just for government but for business leaders too,” he said.




*Tech skills are critial for work, say UK Millennials*




The UK’s young people are more tech savvy than their global counterparts, the survey found, where 49 per cent say they have an excellent knowledge of technology compared to just 30 per cent worldwide. Education in technology is now seen as more important than any other subject, with 25 per cent saying it is critical to future success, compared to economics and science both at 18 per cent, or languages with just eight per cent. 76 per cent believe technology makes it easier to get a job. 




But a “new gender gap was outlined by Álvarez-Pallete, with men around the world much more likely to consider themselves at the cutting edge of tech – 80 per cent vs 69 per cent - to say it has been influential in shaping their outlook – 39 per cent vs 22 per cent - and to say tech is the most important factor to ensuring future success – 42 per cent vs 29 per cent.




Julian Genachowski, former chairman of the US telecoms regulator the FFC and head of Obama’s tech strategy during the 2008 election, offered his thoughts to the FT's Sarah Gordon in the event’s first keynote interview. “The mobile revolution will change so many things around the world in the next 10 years we can only begin to imagine,” he said.




*Global bandwith race, says former Obama advisor*




He argued that we are now engaged in a “global bandwidth race” as the internet become the “general purpose technology” of the 21st century just as electricity was the platform during the “appliance century”. Instead of fridges, TVs and radios, the broadband world is about applications. During 2011 and 2012, the US installed more fibre optic cable than the whole of Western Europe combined and only less than China. Genachowski said that Barack Obama was very conscious that the US had fallen behind on broadband connectivity and 3G.  Although that has been rectified, he said: “In this new world it would be dangerous to think that because any other country or region had a lead on a particular metric at a particular time that that is set in stone – it’s not.




He said that consumers are the winners in this situation. “This is great news for consumers, great news for early stage entrepreneurs: the Millennials who have the next big idea to change the world and the Millennials who want to change their neighbourhood.




He said that the internet is now crucial for creating jobs, finding a job, applying for a job, and more often than not, doing a job. “More than 75 per cent of Fortune 500 companies in the US do all of their job posting online. Broadband internet, wired and wireless, is today a platform for economic activity and for reforming areas like education and healthcare.”  But he also highlighted that fewer than 1bn people have access to the internet. “We are going to go to 5bn broadband connections in, if you’re an optimist five years, if you’re a pessimist 10 years, but it’s going to happen.”




Álvarez-Pallete, explained why his organisation had conducted the survey. “For a company like us, we need to understand what’s going to happen to our industry and for our customers. This is the largest technological revolution in human history and Millennials are the drivers. We deeply believe that we need to understand what’s going on to have an idea of what the future will look like.”




“In every region, the smartphone is the natural access to internet for Millennials. The smartphone revolution is going to be the mobile revolution.” Reported by Mobile Marketing 4 days ago.