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FireChat Selected as Finalist for SXSW Innovation AwardSAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Open Garden today announced that its app, FireChat, has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious SXSW Innovation Awards. FireChat, the first off-the-grid messaging app, beat out hundreds of submissions for the coveted spot as a finalist in the "Innovation in Connecting People" category. The winning entry in each of the categories will be revealed at the 18th Annual SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, March 17 in Austin, TX. Previously called the Interactive Awards, the SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards showcase the evolving and broadening scope of the digital industry by reflecting the increasingly multifaceted and diverse ecosystem of platforms, software, apps and devices. Many companies submitted materials in August for this award and FireChat was selected among hundreds of companies in 14 different categories. "People around the world use FireChat as the best way to connect and communicate, especially in areas where Internet access and cellular phone coverage are an issue," said Micha Benoliel, cofounder and CEO of Open Garden. "We're thrilled to be selected as an Innovation Award finalist and we appreciate the recognition from this team of judges." For more information about SXSW Interactive's Innovation Awards and to view the compete list of finalists, visit this web site. FireChat is a free application for Android and iOS devices. It is available here. About Open Garden About SXSW Interactive Contact Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140624/120786
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