SXSW

INC. MAGAZINE TO HOST FOURTH-ANNUAL FOUNDERS HOUSE AT SXSW

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. Magazine announced today it will host its fourth annual Founders House at SXSW from March 9-11, located at Foxy's Proper Pub (201 Brazos Street).

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. Magazine announced today it will host its fourth annual Founders House at SXSW from March 9-11, located at Foxy's Proper Pub (201 Brazos Street).
  • Founders House offers a place for founders to network and engage with fellow entrepreneurs in a carefully crafted, intimate environment.
  • Founders House has become an important stop for entrepreneurs attending SXSW," says Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Inc.'s parent company.
  • Founders House SXSW 2024 sponsors include Capital One Business, TriNet, GS1 US and Invest Puerto Rico.

Gaudio Lab Unveils Key AI Audio Tech for Spatial Computing Era at MWC 2024

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaudio Lab, a leading AI audio technology company, is set to participate in MWC 2024 to showcase innovative AI audio technologies that will be essential for the new era of spatial computing.

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  • SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaudio Lab, a leading AI audio technology company, is set to participate in MWC 2024 to showcase innovative AI audio technologies that will be essential for the new era of spatial computing.
  • Gaudio Lab will host its booth in the KOTRA Korea Pavilion at MWC Barcelona, where attendees can have a sneak peak of the key audio technologies awaiting them in the coming era of spatial computing.
  • In conjunction with its participation in MWC, Gaudio Lab has announced the launch of Just Voice Lite, a real-time voice boosting application.
  • Gaudio Lab has been named a finalist in the Audio Experience category of this year's SXSW Innovation Awards and will be showcasing its technology on-site.

President Bill Clinton, White House’s Office of Gun Violence Prevention Join Northwell Health’s Fifth Annual Gun Violence Prevention Forum

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240213071390/en/
    Michael Dowling, Northwell Health’s president and CEO delivers remarks during a previous Gun Violence Prevention Forum.
  • (Credit: Northwell Health)
    The Forum will be hosted by Michael Dowling , president and CEO of Northwell, and feature a half-day program of panel conversations, one-on-one discussions and special breakout working sessions.
  • Bill Clinton, founder and board chair of the Clinton Foundation and 42nd President of the United States, will join the Forum for a special keynote address.
  • For more information about this year’s Gun Violence Prevention Forum program and speakers and to register your virtual attendance, please visit www.PreventGunViolence.com .

Ad Results Media to Address Growing Podcasting Impact at First-Ever Podcasting at SXSW - Sound Summit

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Ad Results Media (ARM), an audio agency with over 25 years of experience empowering brands and agencies to optimize channel performance and boost sales through audio platforms, proudly declared its official partnership with the groundbreaking Podcasting at SXSW - Sound Summit. Spearheaded by leading digital audio authority, Sounds Profitable, this collaboration signifies ARM's commitment to leading the discourse on podcasting trends and innovations.

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  • "With 31% of U.S. consumers aged 12+ tuning in daily, it's a rapidly growing media channel.
  • "I look forward to speaking at Podcasting at SXSW - Sound Summit and discussing the endless opportunities for marketers when they integrate audio channels into their media mix," said Michael Kropko, co-founder & co-CEO of ARM.
  • "Businesses can level up by understanding how and why podcasting can make such a material impact to their bottom line.
  • Drinks and Snacks Networking Reception: Open to All SXSW Attendees | 5-6:30 p.m. CT
    "We're thrilled to help showcase podcasting's impact at SXSW this year.

Northwell Health’s Dr. Chethan Sathya named to Modern Healthcare’s 40 Under 40

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Northwell Health's Chethan Sathya, MD, MSc , director of Northwell's Center for Gun Violence Prevention (CGVP) and pediatric trauma surgeon at Cohen Children's Medical Center , has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of its 40 Under 40 for 2024 honorees.

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  • Northwell Health's Chethan Sathya, MD, MSc , director of Northwell's Center for Gun Violence Prevention (CGVP) and pediatric trauma surgeon at Cohen Children's Medical Center , has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of its 40 Under 40 for 2024 honorees.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240212072614/en/
    Northwell Health’s Dr. Chethan Sathya is responsible for the health system’s expansive approach to firearm injury prevention.
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    “I am honored and thankful to be among so many other esteemed peers,” said Dr. Sathya.
  • Dr. Sathya often speaks across the globe about gun violence prevention, interventions, research and efforts.

Infinite Reality, the Global Leader in Immersive Experiences, Acquires Spatial Web Pioneer Ethereal Engine

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Monday, February 12, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Infinite Reality (“iR”), a leading global provider of cutting-edge virtual, AI-powered immersive experiences, and Ethereal Engine (“Ethereal”), a creator of end-to-end frameworks for web-first, social immersive experiences, announced today that the companies have completed a share-for-share acquisition valuing Infinite Reality at $2.5 billion and Ethereal Engine at $75 million.

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  • Entire Ethereal Engine Team, Including Top Executives and Innovators, Has Joined Infinite Reality
    LOS ANGELES, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Infinite Reality (“iR”), a leading global provider of cutting-edge virtual, AI-powered immersive experiences, and Ethereal Engine (“Ethereal”), a creator of end-to-end frameworks for web-first, social immersive experiences, announced today that the companies have completed a share-for-share acquisition valuing Infinite Reality at $2.5 billion and Ethereal Engine at $75 million.
  • We welcome Liam, Kyle and the entire Ethereal Engine team to Infinite Reality.”
    Ethereal Engine CEO Liam Broza added, "We are incredibly excited to announce this transaction with Infinite Reality.
  • The combination of our shared collective assets together creates an unparalleled leader in the immersive web experiences space.
  • This spatial web platform powered by Ethereal Engine is a no-code solution enabling creators and brands regardless of technical ability to build immersive web experiences in a fraction of the time at a fraction of the price.

SXSW EDU® UNVEILS LINEUP FOR 2024 PODCAST STAGE AND NEW KEYNOTE AND FEATURED SESSIONS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The South by Southwest EDU® Conference & Festival shares the exciting lineup for the 2024 Podcast Stage, as well as new voices for the Keynote and Featured Stages. As one of the first of its kind at an education event when introduced three years ago, SXSW EDU's Podcast Stage, presented by GitLab Foundation, continues to break ground in showcasing the medium's power as an important storytelling tool, capturing the intersection of education, society, and culture. This year's program will feature the live recording of the debut audio series, "The Amendment," hosted by celebrated journalist and editor-at-large of The 19th News, Errin Haines, as well as the launch of "The Cusp, a Work Shift podcast," hosted by Paul Fain. In addition, attendees will be delighted to hear from comedian Sarah Rose Siskind, musicians Rapsody, Jackie Venson, and DJ Reborn, and groundbreaking authors Jacqueline Woodson, Bettina Love, and Carlos Moreno, just to name a few.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The South by Southwest EDU® Conference & Festival shares the exciting lineup for the 2024 Podcast Stage, as well as new voices for the Keynote and Featured Stages.
  • In total, audiences will be able to attend 14 podcast sessions spearheaded by several returning and first-time presenters.
  • Alongside the Podcast Stage, SXSW EDU is excited to roll out additional programming for the 2024 conference and festival that further explores sense and story-driven methods for enhancing learning.
  • SXSW EDU unveils three new Featured Sessions examining the impact of an emotionally poignant approach to education, whether through music or intentional vulnerability.

5th World Announces Groundbreaking Talk at SXSW 2024: Pioneering the Future of Agriculture with 'The Soul & Science of Regenerative Agriculture'

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - 5th World , at the forefront of regenerative agricultural innovation, is set to present a talk at the South by Southwest ( SXSW ) event in Austin, Texas, titled "The Soul & Science of Regenerative Agriculture."

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - 5th World , at the forefront of regenerative agricultural innovation, is set to present a talk at the South by Southwest ( SXSW ) event in Austin, Texas, titled "The Soul & Science of Regenerative Agriculture."
  • 5th World, at the forefront of regen innovation, at SXSW:  "The Soul & Science of Regenerative Agriculture."
  • The talk will explore how regenerative agriculture, when integrated with cutting-edge technologies, can heal our climate, restore our health, and rejuvenate our soil, thereby securing an abundant future for all.
  • For more details on attending the session or to watch it online, visit https://www.sxsw.com/attend to learn more about 5th World and their innovative approach to agriculture, please visit 5thWorld.farm.

Sounds Profitable Spearheads First-Ever Official SXSW x Podcasting - Sound Summit for 2024

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, leading digital audio authority, Sounds Profitable, announced that it will spearhead the first-ever official SXSW x Podcasting - Sound Summit for 2024. Taking place on March 9 at the Thompson Hotel in Austin, Texas, the event will delve into the influential realm of podcasting. Exploring the industry's expansive potential, it features four star-studded panels addressing topics ranging from the podcasting-Hollywood nexus to the origins and phenomenon of true crime podcasts. Prominent podcasters and leading organizations will contribute game-changing insights. Sounds Profitable and its partners, The Roost, Ad Results Media, ESPN/Good Karma Brands and Magellan AI, will present a never-before-released study on consumer perceptions of advertising across different media platforms.

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  • This year, we're pushing for its rightful place at SXSW," said Bryan Barletta, partner at Sounds Profitable.
  • "Our mission with the launch of SXSW x Podcasting - Sound Summit and this year's core theme, 'Why Podcasting?'
  • Individuals must have an Interactive ticket or higher to attend SXSW x Podcasting - Sound Summit.
  • Video and audio content of the event will be made available online within a week following the close of SXSW x Podcasting at soundsprofitable.com .

iHeartMedia Announces Nominees for The 2024 iHeartPodcast Awards Presented by The Hartford Live at SXSW on March 11

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Monday, February 5, 2024

1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced the nominees for the 2024 iHeartPodcast Awards presented by The Hartford live at SXSW.

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  • 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced the nominees for the 2024 iHeartPodcast Awards presented by The Hartford live at SXSW.
  • This year, iHeartMedia teamed up with South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference and Festivals to host the live and in-person ceremony in Austin, Texas at the Fairmont Hotel on Monday, March 11 at 8 p.m. CT.
  • In addition, the 2024 iHeartPodcast Awards presented by The Hartford will present industry Icon Awards to pay tribute to the creators, organizations and podcasts that have made groundbreaking contributions to podcasting’s expanding role in today’s popular culture.
  • The full 2024 category nominees are:
    Podcast of the Year presented by The Hartford: