IT and telecom news of the Øresund Region

June 2005

software
Total Overdose sequel already contracted
Danish Deadline Games has not yet released the highly anticipated narco fighter game Total Overdose, yet it has signed a contract for the sequel which will boost the workforce to over 150 within the next year.
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wireless
Swedish TAT enhances mobile experiences
Japanese-Swedish cooperation makes customization in mobile devices simple. A Java based application will enable wireless operators to change the look and feel of future gadgets.
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human-tech
Toshiba Solutions uses Anoto technology for forms
Swedish Anoto reaches another breakthrough as Toshiba Solutions chooses them in a new project of character interpretation.
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Copenhagen IT University researches affordable eye-control
Technology developed for users with disabilities can be used in many different fields. Arcade game developers “eyeing” the possibilities of controlling new games with the user’s eyes only.
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Danish technology prevents cheating at tests
The University of Copenhagen puts an end to cheating at tests. Each student will instead write their tests on a laptop connected to a secure server.
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micro&nano
Øresund strengthens its centre for nano technology
Tighter communication and broader co-operation between industry and research are key goals for Øresund’s nano technology network “Nano Øresund”.
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business
Know IT expands in the Øresund region
IT-company gets complete coverage of Sweden by acquiring Create Group.
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Danish industry invests 35 billion in IT
Investments within the IT sector have now surpassed building investments. Danish industry is set to invest 35 billion Danish crowns in the coming year.
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Podcasting goes commercial in Denmark
Danish media bureau sees commercial value in the new technology of podcasting. They recommend their customers to take a closer look, or even listen to a podcast about it.
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Øresund stages battle between Oracle and Microsoft
Oracle doubles their staff in Øresund in an effort to more aggressively compete with Microsoft. The whole of the Nordic sales centre will be located outside Copenhagen.
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calendar of events
The IT and telecom-related events in the The Øresund Region.
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