SAN DIEGO, June 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- InterDigital
(NASDAQ:IDCC), a mobile technology research and development
company, will combine its expertise and support with EvoNexus'
successful pro bono tech incubator to form InterDigital@EvoNexus
and become a strategic funding partner.
As a strategic funding partner of EvoNexus, InterDigital is
looking to build high-value relationships with innovative startups
and entrepreneurs in their strategic areas of interest. Upon
admittance into InterDigital@EvoNexus, startups will gain access to
mentorship, resources, and possible funding from InterDigital. This
is the 4th strategic funding partnership secured by
EvoNexus.
InterDigital is a leader in designing and developing
technologies that are at the core of mobile devices, networks, and
global services, and is particularly interested in startups in the
areas of IoT, next generation networks, and digital media.
"We built InterDigital by being a pioneer in mobile technology
and global wireless standards, and we partnered with EvoNexus
because we believe they are a pioneer in the tech startup incubator
space," said Jim Nolan, Executive
Vice President, InterDigital Solutions, at InterDigital.
"Southern California is becoming a
hub of technology and innovation with EvoNexus at the forefront, so
it's ideal for InterDigital to be involved with the incubator at a
strategic level."
Prior to becoming a strategic funding partner, InterDigital was
involved with EvoNexus' MarketLink program. Through this program,
InterDigital gained access to innovative startup companies from
around the globe.
"InterDigital is looking for entrepreneurs with innovative
technology, and partnering with EvoNexus is an efficient and timely
way for them to get access to those ideas," said Rory Moore, CEO of EvoNexus.
About InterDigital
InterDigital develops technologies
that are at the core of mobile devices, networks, and services
worldwide. InterDigital solves many of the industry's most critical
and complex technical challenges, inventing solutions for more
efficient broadband networks and a richer multimedia experience
years ahead of market deployment. InterDigital has licenses and
strategic relationships with many of the world's leading wireless
companies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on NASDAQ and is
included in the S&P MidCap 400® index.
InterDigital is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc.
For more information, visit http://www.interdigital.com/.
About EvoNexus
EvoNexus is a technology incubator for
Southern California's startup
community with locations in San
Diego and Irvine that does
not require companies to surrender equity. EvoNexus empowers
motivated entrepreneurs to turn their transformative ideas into
fundable, commercially viable companies, and leverages community
resources to provide what entrepreneurs need to be successful.
For more information, visit http://www.evonexus.org and enjoy
our very informative and short video about our tech incubator shown
on the EvoNexus home page above.
EvoNexus Media Contacts:
Michele Yoshioka
858-886-6277
myoshioka@evonexus.org
Director of Programs & Operations, San Diego & Irvine
Kristen
Long
858-768-5056
klong@evonexus.org
Sr. Program Manager, San Diego
InterDigital Contact:
Patrick
Van de Wille
patrick.vandewille@interdigital.com
+1 (858) 210-4814
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SOURCE EvoNexus