One of America’s oldest and largest newspapers is building on a decade-long collaboration with a Vancouver firm to further boost distribution of its award-winning journalism. PressReader, on a mission to enrich curious minds by “bringing a universe of quality content within reach,” this week announced the expansion of a longstanding relationship with The New York […]
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BC Tech Announces Winners of 2021 Technology Impact Awards
Now in their 28th year, the Technology Impact Awards (TIAs) have never had more reasons to celebrate than they did last night at Science World. The sold-out TIAs Gala returned to an in-person format while also broadcasting the event live to the tech community. “It was wonderful to come together as a community and experience […]
It’s Time for Tech to Step Up and Fight Misinformation
Though democracy can look a little different in practice in different parts of the world, there are certain cornerstones we come across again and again in strong, resilient societies. A reverence and respect for the voice of the people, for instance; a commitment to justice and equality. But just as important, as we’ve learned first-hand […]
There Has Never Been a Better Time for Women to Join the Tech Industry
Throughout my career in HR, I’ve had the unique opportunity to observe how individuals handle changes in the workplace firsthand. In my current role overseeing Human Resources at PressReader, a group of technology companies providing digital publishing solutions and services, I’ve seen just how much the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted women in tech this last year. A […]
Alaska Airlines Welcomes PressReader To Lounges With Partnership
Alaska Airlines, the fifth-largest US airline based on passenger traffic, has partnered with Vancouver’s PressReader to bring global content to all Alaska Lounges across the U.S. PressReader provides the largest all-you-can-read platform of newspapers and magazines where people can discover relevant and trusted content from anywhere in the world. Eligible guests at Alaska Lounges will benefit […]
PressReader Enters Into Licensing Agreement With Wall Street Journal
Vancouver’s PressReader has signed a new licensing deal with Dow Jones and its flagship Wall Street Journal brand. PressReader provides the largest all-you-can-read platform of newspapers and magazines where people can discover relevant and trusted content from anywhere in the world. Under the terms of the deal, The Wall Street Journal’s US digital replica daily […]
PressReader Adds More Personalization with News360 Acquisition
PressReader was founded in 1999 as NewspaperDirect, a company started as a service for printing physical copies of newspapers, aimed at travellers who wished to read their home newspaper while staying in a hotel abroad. After launching its first digital product in 2003, the company rebranded as PressReader in 2013. PressReader now operates a platform […]
Finalists Announced for 2019 Technology Impact Awards
BCTECH’s Technology Impact Awards celebrate the change makers, the up-and-comers, the innovators, and the bold—those who are transforming our industry and building the fabric of BC’s vibrant tech ecosystem. The TIAs celebrate outstanding companies and individuals who have made a significant impact on the BC tech industry. This year, they will be recognizing the achievements of […]