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Backing up your vacation

Preparing online (and offline) for that special break Oslo, Norway – July 23, 2012 One of the wonderful things about travel is experiencing things that are new, different, and even unexpected. But, what about those surprises that aren”t so pleasant? Expecting the unexpected on holiday involves more than brainstorming wet-weather sightseeing options and packing for […]

Traveling on a budget?

There’s an app for that! (Actually several) Oslo, Norway – June 29, 2012 It’s the classic conundrum of travel: when you have time to go, you don’t have the money. But, don’t let a shortage of cash hold you back from your next bit adventure. With the right apps on your phone, you can still […]

Ad network Mobile Theory announces record revenue growth in 2012

Marketers” shift to mobile advertising drives demand for buys on targeted, transparent ad network San Francisco, CA – June 11, 2012 In just three months since becoming part of Opera Software and its market-leading advertising platform, Mobile Theory announces triple-digit percentage monthly revenue growth as well as key milestones across other categories, including campaign executions, […]

Opera acquires Mobile Theory and 4th Screen Advertising

San Mateo, USA and Oslo, Norway – February 16, 2012 Opera Software announced today that it has acquired Mobile Theory Inc. and 4th Screen Advertising, Ltd., to significantly expand its offering to advertisers and mobile publishers that engage consumers via the mobile web and applications, across all mobile platforms. Opera offers complete advertising solutions for […]

Opera on ice

Opera Software skates onto the rink Oslo, Norway – December 1, 2011 Today, Opera Software announced its strategic partnership with the Boston Sitniks, an up-and-coming hockey team in the United States, largely powered by Russian ex-pats. The goal of the partnership is to further strengthen Opera’s presence in the U.S. market and to learn from […]

Opera joins in on making the Web a better place for kids

Oslo, Norway – December 1, 2011 Today, Opera Software joined a pan-European coalition to improve the Web for the next generation of surfers. “A Better Place for Kids”, an initiative coordinated by the European Commission to make the Web a safer and more enjoyable space to be a kid, is welcomed by web browser company […]

Opera goes greener in Fortress data center

Opera Software chooses Fortress Colocation Centers as newest North American data center Oslo, Norway – September 29, 2011 Making the mobile Web not only faster, but also greener, Opera Software has chosen Fortress Colocation Centers as its newest provider for its North American data center services. The Fortress offering of a renewable green energy source, […]

Opera acquires Handster Inc.

San Mateo CA, USA and Oslo, Norway – September 19, 2011 Opera Software announced today that it has acquired Handster Inc., a leading mobile application store platform company. Handster, based in Northbrook, Illinois, with operations in Odessa, Ukraine, has assembled the world’s largest independent Android content library and offers services to mobile operators, device manufacturers […]

Brand new Opera.com greets users in Traditional Chinese

Oslo, Norway and Taipei, Taiwan – August 3, 2011 Today, Opera released Opera.com in Traditional Chinese. All Opera.com visitors who have Traditional Chinese set as their browser language will be automatically redirected to the native language site. These users are able to enjoy receiving important product and support information from Opera.com, social networking in the […]

Opera joins hands with IAMAI to promote “Safe Surfing” in India

Mumbai, India – Aug 2, 2011 Although surfing the Web can be fun and informative, today’s online safety is a genuine concern for most people, especially parents. As part of its long-term commitment to creating safer online experiences for youth, Opera Software has come together with the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) to […]