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Industry Leaders Unite for 3December Initiative at IBC 2000

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Leading technology and software companies, including Intel, SGI, and IBM, have joined forces to support the 3December initiative, a global event designed to build a community among professionals in the fields of industrial design, film and video, computer games, and interactive and visualization sectors. The event, which will take place in 50 cities around the world, aims to attract up to 100,000 attendees during a single 24-hour period. Key sponsors such as Intel, SGI, and IBM will demonstrate their high-end workstations at the event, showcasing their commitment to the development of innovative tools for 3D professionals.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 3December initiative is a global annual event sponsored by industry leaders, including Intel, SGI, and IBM, aimed at building a community among professionals in various fields.
  • The event will take place in 50 cities worldwide, with key sponsors demonstrating their high-end workstations and showcasing innovative tools for 3D professionals.
  • Intel has committed to co-branding and demonstrations of their high-end workstations, marking their commitment to the 3D industry.
  • SGI, a leading provider of graphics workstations, will participate in demonstrations with Maya and StudioTools software products, highlighting the benefits of using their products in 3D workflows.
  • IBM will showcase their IntelliStation workstations, demonstrating their commitment to the 3D community through partnerships with Alias/Wavefront.
  • The event has attracted speaker participation from leading customers of Alias/Wavefront's tools, including Digital Domain and Sony Pictures Imageworks.
  • Conductors partners, such as Cycore and Pulse Entertainment, will also participate in the event, highlighting their innovative solutions for 3D professionals.

Statistics:

  • The 3December initiative will take place in 50 cities around the world, aiming to attract up to 100,000 attendees during a single 24-hour period.
  • Intel has committed to co-branding and demonstrations of their high-end workstations, marking their commitment to the 3D industry.
  • The event will feature speaker participation from over 20 leading customers of Alias/Wavefront's tools, including Digital Domain and Sony Pictures Imageworks.
  • Conductors partners, such as Cycore and Pulse Entertainment, will participate in the event, showcasing their innovative solutions for 3D professionals.

Sources:

  • Business Wire, "Alias/Wavefront Announces Industry Support for 3December Initiative at IBC 2000" (September 11, 2000)
  • Alias/Wavefront website, www.aliaswavefront.com (accessed September 11, 2000)
  • Intel website, www.intel.com (accessed September 11, 2000)
  • SGI website, www.sgi.com (accessed September 11, 2000)
  • IBM website, www.ibm.com (accessed September 11, 2000)

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