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Immersed Conference Welcomes Over 30 International Future Computing Speakers
5th Annual Event Showcases the Newest Tech and Content in Entertainment, Education, Business, Manufacturing, and Healthcare

TORONTO, Oct. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Future computing is the practice of turning dreams into reality with computers and computer media through compute performance and platforms, immersive technology, and innovative content and applications. Founded in 2014 and sponsored in part by Intel (Platinum level), Advanced Micro Devices (Silver level), and Lenovo (Media Event Sponsor), Immersed is the leading future computing conference in North America. The event will be held November 8-9, 2018 at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto, Canada.

Celebrating its fifth year, Immersed continues to deliver exceptional access to world-class expertise for companies pursuing business development opportunities and international media exposure. The conference is ideal for professionals, executives, and media who need to know what computing technologies are on the horizon and why. It is a must-attend event for organizations to see how technology and content developments in the not too distant future will be positively impacting their day-to-day operations.

"With highly sought speakers from Norway, United Kingdom, USA, Canada, and India – Immersed continues its tradition of giving unfettered access to some of the industry's most powerful decision makers and influencers," said Neil Schneider, Executive Director of The International Future Computing Association (TIFCA).

Hear global technology leaders share insights on the technologies that will redefine the future of computing. Visionary Class, Keynote, and highlight speakers include Frank Soqui, Vice-President and General Manager of the Gaming Division for Intel; Daryl Sartain, Director and Worldwide Head of XR, Displays, Wireless ecosystems for Advanced Micro Devices; Dereck Orr, Division Chief for the Public Safety Communications Research Division Laboratory at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and Sandra Clarke; Global Education Solutions Manager for Virtual Reality (VR) Classroom at Lenovo; Richard Huddy, Head of Game Ecosystems for Samsung Research Institute UK.

Don't miss outstanding presentations by Microsoft Canada, the Samsung Research Institute, Survios, Millennial Esports Corp., Deloitte Canada, Poco Loco Amusements, The Elumenati, Studio 216, and more! Lenovo will also be hosting an exciting immersive event for the Canadian launch of its new innovative VR Classroom solution on November 9th at 7:00pm in the conference's Telus room.

Core future computing technologies include PC, console, cloud, mobile, augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Immersed 2018 will address future computing in entertainment, education, business, manufacturing, and healthcare.

New features added to the conference this year include the Immersed 2018 Rapid Business Development Program and a "Students Night Out" held after the professional conference is complete.

Don't miss this opportunity to network with the innovative companies, influencers and journalists who drive media coverage for future computing. A limited number of exhibit spaces are still available

Info & Registration
http://www.getimmersed.com
http://www.studentsnightout.com

Immersed Social Media
https://twitter.com/getimmersed
https://www.facebook.com/immersedcon

About The International Future Computing Association (TIFCA)
TIFCA is a network of member companies and institutions that each play a part in what are, and will be, the ultimate tools and experiences that impact our daily lives using computer technology and media. Its mission is to lay down the groundwork and enhance the viability of building what's next. TIFCA achieves this through influential membership meetings, stakeholder education, market-building events, special initiatives, and more.

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SOURCE The International Future Computing Association