CNN Acquires Mobile Development Shop Zite

BY: 

Dave Forde
September 1, 2011

US News organization CNN has acquired Vancouver-based mobile application development company for an undisclosed sum.  Zite develops a popular newsmagazine reader for the Apple iPad, it delivers content in a unique way by allowing users to customize the feed based on a user’s feedback and content interaction. Content is also shared via social media networks like Twitter and Facebook with the app.  Current CEO, Mark Johnson will stay on board and report to CNN Digital’s General Manager, KC Estenson.

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Dave “The Connector” Forde has been involved in the marketing, public relations and technology industry across Canada for over 20 years in various sales and marketing roles, he launched The Connected One network of business sites which connects buyers to the right sellers. Profectio and PR In Canada covers news about the marketing and public relations industry each day helping professionals advance their career and businesses. He also serves as an advisor to a number of businesses across the country. Find Dave on LinkedIn and Twitter.


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