OnLive, the pioneer of on-demand, instant-play video games and applications, has selected Hibernia Atlantic’s diverse transatlantic network to securely deliver its bandwidth intensive gaming applications.

As a cloud-based gaming provider, OnLive requires high performance, reliable capacity to support its global gaming infrastructure.  Hibernia is known for its diverse transatlantic routes spanning the U.S. to United Kingdom.  Its routes bypass highly-congested areas that other carriers traverse – making them truly resilient and secure.

The demand for content across user’s computers and mobile devices including iPads, Android tables, and TVs is driving companies such as OnLive, to beef up their networks in order to deliver high-end video games and applications from the cloud.

To read the full announcement, please CLICK HERE.

For more information or to view Hibernia’s network map, please visit www.hiberniaatlantic.com.

JS&A is excited to announce the 2011 Telecom Exchange event to take place on June 29th at the Cipriani Wall Street in NYC. The Telecom Exchange is a networking event designed to navigate telecom operators through the many colocation and connectivity options in and around the New York Tri-State area and the rest of the world. Our purpose is to create the neutral playing field while showcasing all colocation providers, data center facilities, and local and international network providers with a network presence in the NY area. We believe this event, which focuses on key, carrier-neutral colocation space in the Northeast and the network connectivity options available within these spaces, will do great things for the industry at large.

Each attendee will receive the Telecom Exchange Directory, a map of the NYC metro area with the available colocations and carrier hotels’ locations highlighted when they arrive onsite. Inside the Directory, we will include a complete list of the participating networks available within each space. The Directory will have a floor diagram to showcase the various networks and facilities that are exhibiting to further streamline business opportunities for participants. Additionally, all attendees will have access to the DealCenter, an online meeting planning system, to view other attendees, sort by services and PoP locations, and plan on-on-one meetings, to take place on-site at Telecom Exchange.

So please join us for this inaugural event as we will efficiently help you navigate the many connectivity options throughout the NYC-area. Current exhibitors include: Allied Fiber, China Unicom, Electronic Environments, FiberMedia, Galaxy Visions, Hibernia Atlantic, KDDI America, Metro Network Services, NJ Fiber Exchange, NTT Communications, TELEHOUSE America, Telx, TelPlexus Vello Systems and Wilshire Communications.

To exhibit at Telecom Exchange or to get your company name listed in the print and on-line Telecom Exchange Directory, click here. All exhibitors receive 2 free passes, a $350 value, plus table space and signage.

To find out how to become a Telecom Exchange sponsor, click here or email info@thetelecomexchange.com for more information.

Specializing in HD programing, Hibernia Media connects producers and distributors with high quality content transport services for sports, entertainment and news broadcasting. With cost-effective services designed to enable customization of transport solutions, the Hibernia Media offering incorporates the latest in technology to ensure high quality programming for its clients. Recently announced was the use of one such advancement – a new high-performance dedicated networking solution designed for secure low latency connectivity further driving high quality media programing:

Del Bothof, President, Hibernia Media
“We specialize in helping major media companies transport their programming, and there has been a growing demand to carry that content using IP platforms. To accommodate this market shift, we looked to Qwest for a dedicated network solution that would be highly scalable and secure. We are very happy with the network performance and the reliability that we get from our QwestIQ® E-Line solution and that it reinforces our 100% QoS commitment made it the right fit for us.”

Hibernia Media’s offering includes solutions for dedicated use, occasional use, integrated access along with program distribution – a flexible suite of next-generation media services.

For the latest Hibernia Media news and announcements, please click here.

For more information on Hibernia Media, please visit www.hiberniamedia.com.

Telecom’s biggest and brightest will be in attendance at this year’s Capacity North America Conference to be held in Toronto – October 26-27. With hundreds of delegates attending from all over the world, this year’s event should prove to be one of the best shows yet.

Showcasing the latest in technology and trends in the wholesale carrier arena, Capacity North America will feature industry leaders such as GlobeNet, an international carrier providing capacity between North and South America. GlobeNet’s high capacity network stretches from Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, Bermuda, up to the United States via a dual ring-protected submarine cable system.

Spurred by rapid growth of Internet and broadband services throughout the Americas, GlobeNet recently expanded routes through the Eastern border of Colombia. Offering one of the most reliable connectivity options marked by zero subsea cable outages, GlobeNet’s network spans more than 22,000 kilometers.

Come learn about innovative carriers such as GlobeNet at this year’s event. Don’t miss out on the knowledge share and abundance of networking opportunities.

To schedule a meeting with GlobeNet at the Capacity Conference, please email: pr@jaymiescotto.com

Visit www.capacitymedia.com to register for the conference.

To learn more about GlobeNet, please visit www.globenet.net

Neutral Tandem Inc., (NASDAQ:TNDM), announced on October 6, 2010 the launch of eight additional Ethernet Exchange Sites. The company has completed the deployment of the additional markets ahead of schedule, bringing all 14 of its previously announced Ethernet Exchange Points of Presence (PoPs) to market.

Neutral Tandem offers more Ethernet Exchange services in the U.S. than any other operator.  The initial six exchanges include: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and New York.  The eight additional markets include: Denver, Detroit, Houston, Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C.

Read the full announcement below. For more information, please email: pr@jaymiescotto.com

Neutral Tandem Launches Eight Additional

Ethernet Exchange Sites Ahead of Schedule

Creates the Largest Ethernet Exchange Network in the U.S.

Chicago, IL, October 6, 2010 - Neutral Tandem, Inc. (NASDAQ: TNDM), a leading provider of interconnection services, announced today that it has launched eight additional Ethernet Exchange Points of Presence (PoPs), bringing all 14 of its previously announced Ethernet Exchanges to market. Following the launch of the company’s initial six Ethernet Exchanges in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles and New York, the company has now completed, ahead of schedule, the deployment of eight additional markets including Denver, Detroit, Houston, Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C.

The launch of Neutral Tandem’s Ethernet Exchange in additional markets enables service providers to interconnect to Neutral Tandem in locations such as Boston, Denver, Houston, Miami, Philadelphia and Seattle. As a result, Neutral Tandem now offers its Ethernet Exchange service in more U.S. markets than any other Exchange operator. In addition, the recently completed Tinet acquisition bolsters the Ethernet Exchange addressable PoPs from 14 in the US to 99 worldwide, further complemented by Tinet’s ENNIs that provide connectivity to carriers in hard-to-reach countries.

“We are proud to be the first to offer Ethernet Exchange services in 14 locations,” said Surendra Saboo, President and COO of Neutral Tandem. “The scalability and cost efficiency of an Ethernet Exchange is accentuated with Neutral Tandem’s networked approach, where each exchange is interconnected with all of the other exchanges; thereby increasing the availability of service providers that can be connected to each other.”

“Ethernet Exchanges provide a common platform for Ethernet service providers to interconnect their networks and alleviate the formulation of lengthy ENNI agreements with each carrier they wish to connect to,” said Roopashree Honnachari, Sr. Industry Analyst, Business Communication Services, Frost and Sullivan. “Neutral Tandem’s 14 markets bring increased accessibility to its Ethernet Exchange service. That, combined with their networked approach creates a unique value proposition in the marketplace.”

Neutral Tandem’s initial 14 Ethernet Exchange markets are now available for service. To find out more about Neutral Tandem and its Ethernet Exchange, visit www.neutraltandem.com and follow the company on Twitter @NeutralTandem. Additionally, register to attend Light Reading’s Ethernet Expo Summit and join Neutral Tandem and Frost & Sullivan for ‘The Evolution of Ethernet Exchanges,’ webinar on October 26, 2010 at 11:30am ET.

Cautions Concerning Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included in this press release regarding Neutral Tandem’s strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenues, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. The words “anticipates,” “believes,” “expects,” “estimates,” “projects,” “plans,” “intends,” “may,” “will,” “would,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Neutral Tandem may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements. Actual results or events could differ materially from the plans, intentions and expectations disclosed in the forward-looking statements Neutral Tandem makes. Factors that might cause such differences include, but are not limited to: risks associated with our ability to successfully develop and market Ethernet interconnection services, including but not limited to integrating successfully our Ethernet services with Tinet’s, identifying, obtaining, operating and maintaining attractive network switch sites, equipment and software, cost estimation errors or overruns, interconnection delays, material delays or shortages, our inability to obtain necessary third party rights or permits on a timely basis, if at all, and other factors, including the impact of regulation, many of which are beyond our control and all of which could delay or negatively affect our ability to offer or market this new service; and other important factors included in Neutral Tandem’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly in the “Risk Factors” section of Neutral Tandem’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2009, Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2010 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2010, as such Risk Factors may be updated from time to time in subsequent reports. Neutral Tandem does not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

About Neutral Tandem, Inc. Headquartered in Chicago, Neutral Tandem, Inc. provides voice, data and video interconnection services worldwide. Neutral Tandem recently acquired Tinet, a global carrier exclusively committed to the IP Transit and Ethernet wholesale market. The acquisition combines Neutral Tandem’s interconnection services for wireless, wireline, cable and broadband companies with Tinet’s global IP backbone. Collectively, Neutral Tandem provides voice, IP Transit and Ethernet solutions to carriers, service providers, and content management firms worldwide. With 14 Ethernet Exchanges, the company is now the largest Ethernet Exchange provider in the U.S., a top 10 global IPv4 backbone provider and the number one IPv6 network worldwide. Please visit Neutral Tandem’s website at: www.neutraltandem.com.

For Neutral Tandem media inquiries, please contact Ilissa Miller at Jaymie Scotto & Associates +1.866.695.3629 or pr@jaymiescotto.com.

Watch this informational video interview with Len Bosack, CEO of XKL LLC, an optical networking provider and Fritz Nelson, Executive Producer, TechWeb TV, as they discuss his plans for taking control of a faster future at INTEROP 2010.

In this interview XKL, LLC weighs in on the idea to lower costs for enterprises so they can manage their products and equipment to be more efficient, as enterprises want to take control and ownership of their networking.  He goes on to explain, this same thing is happening between branch offices and data centers and though the developing technology trends, he anticipates enterprises becoming not as dependent on their traditional service providers as they used to be.

For more information, please go to: www.xkl.com

Have you been following the latest on Steve Jobs’ decision to restrict FLASH based apps on his Apple iPads, iPhones and such? Jobs’ take on it is that the user experience and overall quality is at risk by loading his devices with FLASH. He says it makes them unreliable and not as secure. The debate is heating up as several industry leaders recently weighed in on the discussion. GrantKirkwood, CTO PacketExchange, a next generation IP and network services provider, commented about the use of FLASH on Apple’s devices, saying that although there are some technical challenges in doing so – they can be overcome. This makes for interesting conversation. Read below to see what other technology gurus, such as Adobe’s CEO, Shantanu Narayen are saying on the subject along with what’s to come in our technology future.

The full article can also be found here: http://www.von.com/articles/5-misconceptions-in-apple-v–flash.html

5 Misconceptions in Apple v. Flash

User Experience, Bugs ‘Thinly Veiled Excuses’

By: Richard Martin

05/07/2010

We’ve seen an explosion over the last few years of content hungry sites centered on newer technologies such as interactive video, gaming, Ethernet services, 3G/4G/WiMax, increased workforce mobility, streaming media, and cloud based applications. Broadband users are demanding quick and seamless access to the content, services and cool new applications. As the demand for content and services increases so does the need for innovative strategies in IP architecture.

Let’s face it – the Internet wasn’t originally designed to carry this type of traffic.

In order to drive the high performance necessary to support these services, Internet providers will have to change they way they address their peering and overall network architectures. A different architecture is needed to ensure reliability and speed as traffic shifts between content providers, Software as a Service providers, along with other media rich applications and broadband users at work or home.

PacketExchange’s innovative Donut Peering model ensures that Internet traffic is routed efficiently – minimizing packet loss and latency – delivering traffic quickly to the edge.  By building a “Donut” around the core of the Internet, PacketExchange connects directly to hundreds of providers around the world reaching over 100 countries.  This model ensures IP traffic takes the shortest and most-stable path every time – enhancing the user’s experience.

With PacketExchange the cool new content and applications that everyone wants to see are always available and load quickly and seamlessly.

To learn more about PacketExchange’s Donut Peering Model, Click Here or you can also contact: enquiries@packetexchange.net | U.S. Phone: +1 888 446 9462 | U.K. Phone: +44 20 7377 4130

In 2009 Hibernia Atlantic acquired international broadcast and media production service provider, MediaXSTREAM. Recently the company rebranded as Hibernia Media and is gearing up for significant opportunities in 2010. Specializing in flawless digital and high def content, Hibernia Media is fulfilling the high demand from TV, sports, news, film production and mobile carriers who create and manage media content. By combining high quality transport services with an existing robust services platform Hibernia Media has laid the foundation for increased technological innovation and enhanced service quality.

With an increased demand from the media and large Enterprise sector for multi-service network infrastructures including high definition digital transmission, its essential secure and diverse platforms are in place to allow for high performance, scalability and continued growth.

For more information on Hibernia Media click here.

For the complete press release see below:

MEDIAXSTREAM IS REBRANDED AS HIBERNIA MEDIA;

This Announcement Follows Hibernia Atlantic’s Acquisition of the Media Services Company

SUMMIT, NJ & DUBLIN, IRELAND- April 8, 2010- Hibernia Atlantic, the only diverse transAtlantic high bandwidth connectivity provider, today announces that its wholly owned subsidiary, MediaXstream, will now be branded as Hibernia Media. Hibernia Media is a leading provider of high quality transport and managed network services for the media production and broadcast industries. Hibernia Media is currently operational in 30 major markets in the U.S. and Europe, serving the increasingly growing demand for High Definition video networking and production services by TV and film production, sports, news, mobile content and IPTV. Hibernia Atlantic acquired the company in December 2009, further enhancing the combined entity’s network reach, performance and product offering, adding significant marketplace opportunities, technological innovation and customer value to media customers, financial houses and wholesale carrier providers.

“As more media companies shift to multi-service network infrastructures and the demand for high definition increases, having a network infrastructure capable of supporting these elements is vital,” states Bjarni Thorvardarson, CEO of Hibernia Atlantic. “Hibernia Media, together with Hibernia Atlantic’s existing secure and diverse network, is the perfect solution for media companies who require the highest levels of network performance and flexibility.”

Operating the largest, national, state-of-the-art optical switching and Dynamic Transport Mode (DTM) network, Hibernia Media specializes in transporting flawless digital and High Definition content in its native formats as demanded by TV and film production companies, mobile carriers and other customers who generate and manage media content.

“Hibernia Media bridges current industry operations with the demands of emerging new technologies, offering transport reliability that meets customers’ needs,” continues Delwin Bothof, President of Hibernia Media. “The network capabilities are ideal for global media and broadcast companies looking for global and local connectivity along with high performance and security.”

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About Hibernia Media

Hibernia Media, formerly known as MediaXstream, provides carrier-neutral, high quality transport and managed network services for the production and broadcast industries in over 30 North American and European markets. Operating the largest national Dynamic Transport Mode (DTM) network, Hibernia Media, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hibernia Atlantic, specializes in transporting flawless digital and High Definition content in its native formats as demanded by sports, TV and film production, news, mobile and IPTV.

For more information or sales, please visit www.hiberniamedia.com or email info@hiberniamedia.com.

For more information on Hibernia Atlantic, please visit www.hiberniaatlantic.com.

For media enquiries, please contact:

Jaymie Scotto & Associates

+1.866.695.3629

pr@jaymiescotto.com

There are many factors contributing to the increase in inter-company telepresence, such as the current economic state, geopolitics and public health, to name a few. As companies look to reduce travel costs while increasing their global footprint, understanding and implementing an inter-company telepresence is a growing necessity.

The Human Productivity Lab, together with Brockmann & Company, has recently compiled The Inter-Company Telepresence & Video Conferencing Handbook. This handbook is a guide for creating an inter-company telepresence and/or videoconferencing program with partners, vendors, or customers. The handbook discusses the drivers of telepresence, the fundamentals of inter-company telepresence, and the best practices in inter-company telepresence operations.  From operational issues to cultural concerns, the handbook addresses all aspects of inter-company telepresence.

To coincide with the release of this handbook, the Human Productivity Lab will be hosting Developing an Inter-Company Telepresence and Visual Collaboration Program Conference & Working Group on April 22, 2010 in Reston, Virginia. A great supplement to the handbook, the conference will pick up where the handbook left off, providing attendees with more detailed information on how their organization can create an inter-company telepresence and videoconferencing program to cut costs, improve individual and organizational productivity, and accelerate time-to-market advantage.

For more information on the conference, please click here.

For the complete handbook, please click here.