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Viggle Purchases Dijit Media and Popular TV App NextGuide

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January 31, 2014

TV loyalty program provider Viggle, formed in 2010, announced it has acquired San Francisco-based Dijit Media, a b2b platform developer and maker of TV and movie guide apps for mobile devices. Dijit’s primary consumer app is NextGuide, which combines listings from live TV and streaming services such as Amazon, Hulu, iTunes and Netflix for an automated and curated directory of movies and television shows. Financial terms of the deal have yet to be disclosed. Continue reading Viggle Purchases Dijit Media and Popular TV App NextGuide

Microsoft Ventures Program Plans to Steer Tech Startups

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July 3, 2013

Microsoft plans to aid entrepreneurship with a new global effort that combines several of its programs to mentor and help fund technology startups. Microsoft Ventures aims to help startups build, innovate and grow. It combines and strengthens existing programs, such as BizSpark and Bing Fund, with plans for new programs involving the Microsoft Ventures Community. The initiative is also looking to provide guidance and market relationships for young B2B startups. Continue reading Microsoft Ventures Program Plans to Steer Tech Startups

Apple Announces Volume Purchasing Plan and Custom B2B Apps

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July 18, 2011
  • Apple recently announced its plans to take the App Store beyond the consumer marketplace to enterprises.
  • U.S. businesses will soon have the option of purchasing apps in volume for their employees.
  • Offerings will include custom business-to-business (B2B) apps from third party developers aimed at certain types of businesses.
  • To enroll in the new Apple program, businesses will be required to provide their Duns & Bradstreet (DUNS) number and billing information.
  • According to Apple, the custom B2B apps will not be available to the general public.
  • Minimum price for B2B apps will be $9.99. A specific date for the program has yet to be announced.

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