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The GSMA represents the interests of mobile operators worldwide. Spanning more than 220 countries, the GSMA unites nearly 800 of the world’s mobile operators, as well as more than 200 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including handset makers, software companies, equipment providers, Internet companies, and media and entertainment organizations. For more information, please visit Mobile World Live, the online portal for the mobile communications industry at http://www.mobileworldlive.com or the GSMA corporate website at http://www.gsmworld.com.

AppCentral is revolutionizing Mobile Application Management (MAM) by changing the way companies mobilize their workforces. We provide an enterprise app storefront and management console to distribute, secure and manage apps. AppCentral delivers the scalability and control enterprises need and supports multiple platforms including Apple iOS, Android, and RIM tablets and smartphones.

NAVTEQ Network for Developers (NN4D) is a developer relations program focused on providing developers of location-based applications free business development, marketing and technical support – from the world leader in location content. We introduce developers to NAVTEQ’s extensive network of commercial buyers, co-market their businesses, provide training opportunities and offer easy access to effective mobile advertising.

“Collaborations between industry and academia form a natural synergistic relationship for driving innovation and entrepreneurship, especially within the mobile technology space,” said Marc Naddell, vice president, partner and developer programs, NAVTEQ. “The Berkeley Mobile International Collaborative and NAVTEQ, through its University Program, have a shared vision of helping today’s students become tomorrow’s technology leaders.”.

Sprint Nextel offers a comprehensive range of wireless and wireline communications services bringing the freedom of mobility to consumers, businesses and government users. Sprint Nextel served more than 53 million customers at the end of 3Q 2011 and is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies, including the first wireless 4G service from a national carrier in the United States; offering industry-leading mobile data services, leading prepaid brands including Virgin Mobile USA, Boost Mobile, and Assurance Wireless; instant national and international push-to-talk capabilities; and a global Tier 1 Internet backbone. Newsweek ranked Sprint No. 3 in its 2011 Green Rankings, listing it as one of the nation’s greenest companies, the highest of any telecommunications company. You can learn more and visit Sprint at www.sprint.com or www.facebook.com/sprint and www.twitter.com/sprint..

Standard Chartered is a leading international banking group. It has operated for over 150 years in some of the world’s most dynamic markets and earns more than 90 per cent of its income and profits in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. This geographic focus and commitment to developing deep relationships with clients and customers has driven the Bank’s growth in recent years. Standard Chartered PLC is listed on the London and Hong Kong stock exchanges as well as the Bombay and National Stock Exchanges in India.

Nokia Developer is Nokia’s global developer community and support program. Nokia Developer brings together mobile developers from Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa, and provides them with technical information on mobile application development platforms, technical information on and access to Nokia mobile devices and device emulators, software development toolkits (Asks) and APIs, and technical support & technical consulting services. Nokia Developer also provides developers and mobile content providers with business and go-to-market assistance by providing access to sales & distribution channels and partnering opportunities. To understand and appreciate the global distribution opportunity that Nokia offers to developers with Ovi Store, Nokia’s Ovi Store provides developers with unmatched distribution opportunities.

Global reach: Distributes mobile content in more than 190 markets, with content available in 32 languages.
Local relevance: Offers content from more than 90 markets.
Adaptable: Supports 138 device models.
Convenient: Provides payment options that include mobile billing through 125 operators in 43 markets and credit card billing in more than 170 markets.
More info: www.developer.nokia.com