Interactive News

Career-enhancing connections make the SXSW Interactive Festival so special to so many digital creatives. Come to Austin in March to connect yourself (or your company) to the new ideas, new technologies and new business opportunities that will shape the future, as well as game-changing insights from the world's most innovative thought-leaders. Registration for the 2014 SXSW Interactive Festival opens the first week of August 2013 -- buy your badge early to take advantage of the lowest prices and the best selection of lodging.

Recent News

Hop on a SXcycle and Unplug with NBC's Revolution

Created by sam on March 12, 2013

Need to get from Point A to Point B in a hurry? Austin traffic got you down? Stop waiting and start moving with SXcycles, the official SXSW bike share program! While you're there, power down in the world of NBC’s Revolution! Enjoy unplugged gaming—ping pong, shuffle board and corn hole to name a few—interactive art, a recharge bar (for when you need to re-enter the digital world), and SXcycles bikes to borrow.

Block Party Bash + Analogue Celebrations in the Trade Show

Created by Cori on March 12, 2013

The Trade Show Block Party is Today!Join us today at 4pm in the SXSW Trade Show to explore the annual Block Party hosted by our exhibitors. With this years new twist, visit participating booths to collect stamps on your competition card to be entered in the draw for a pair of platinum badges and enjoy their custom hostibitality with complimentary refreshments.

Day Four – Julie Uhrman & Joshua Topolsky Community Recap

Created by tammy on March 12, 2013

Yesterday, Julie Uhrman of OUYA and Josh Topolsky of The Verge wowed the audience with an interview about her revolutionary gaming console and Kickstarter success. Check out the video below for a keynote rap recap by SaulPaul:

SXSW Accelerator Round 2 Finalists Announced

Created by tammy on March 12, 2013

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Through ingenuity, innovation, and inventiveness, the 48 companies presenting at the fifth annual SXSW Accelerator proved that they deserved a spot in tomorrow's final round and a chance at the Grand Prize titles.

Overall, the event allowed early stage companies to increase their visibility while getting specific feedback from a panel of judges consisting of industry experts, venture capitalists, and high profile media influencers.

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