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After the settlement, while Valtari and ITM remained competitors, they began a series of collaborations, pooling resources in areas of mutual interest. This was seen by many as an attempt to bring a semblance of peace to the tech industry, which had been rattled by the intense rivalry and espionage activities. | After the settlement, while Valtari and ITM remained competitors, they began a series of collaborations, pooling resources in areas of mutual interest. This was seen by many as an attempt to bring a semblance of peace to the tech industry, which had been rattled by the intense rivalry and espionage activities. | ||
=== 1985-87: | === 1985-87: VID, Valtari-M, and WorkSpaces === | ||
In 1985, Antellion and Veschertio were introduced to [[Ronan Rentius]], an [[Urcea|Urcean]] executive who was previously at ITM. Recognizing the potential of Valtari and the passion of its founders, Rentius joined the company, bringing with him a wealth of industry contacts and business strategies that would propel Valtari to greater heights. Under his leadership, Valtari forged strategic partnerships, expanded its product lineup, and firmly established itself as a major player in the software industry. By the end of the decade, Valtari had not only survived the PC Wars but had emerged as a dominant force, shaping the direction in which personal computing was headed. | In 1985, Antellion and Veschertio were introduced to [[Ronan Rentius]], an [[Urcea|Urcean]] executive who was previously at ITM. Recognizing the potential of Valtari and the passion of its founders, Rentius joined the company, bringing with him a wealth of industry contacts and business strategies that would propel Valtari to greater heights. Under his leadership, Valtari forged strategic partnerships, expanded its product lineup, and firmly established itself as a major player in the software industry. By the end of the decade, Valtari had not only survived the PC Wars but had emerged as a dominant force, shaping the direction in which personal computing was headed. | ||
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Antellion and Veschertio, riding on the success of Valtari, became iconic figures not only in the tech industry but also in global business circles. Their story of resilience, innovation, and triumph against formidable odds resonated deeply. They became known as the first generation of tech titans, alongside other contemporaries who had made significant strides in their respective tech ventures. In 1989, both Antellion and Veschertio were featured on the cover of the prestigious Technology Today magazine, with a headline reading "Masters of the Digital Realm". The feature highlighted their journey, their vision for the future of computing, and how they were spearheading the wave of digital revolution. In an interview, Antellion and Veschertio spoke on the limitations of a fragmented digital ecosystem. They believed that for technology to truly evolve and benefit humanity on a global scale, it needed to be open, accessible, and collaborative. The proprietary systems and exclusivity that dominated the market at the time were seen as roadblocks to universal progress. | Antellion and Veschertio, riding on the success of Valtari, became iconic figures not only in the tech industry but also in global business circles. Their story of resilience, innovation, and triumph against formidable odds resonated deeply. They became known as the first generation of tech titans, alongside other contemporaries who had made significant strides in their respective tech ventures. In 1989, both Antellion and Veschertio were featured on the cover of the prestigious Technology Today magazine, with a headline reading "Masters of the Digital Realm". The feature highlighted their journey, their vision for the future of computing, and how they were spearheading the wave of digital revolution. In an interview, Antellion and Veschertio spoke on the limitations of a fragmented digital ecosystem. They believed that for technology to truly evolve and benefit humanity on a global scale, it needed to be open, accessible, and collaborative. The proprietary systems and exclusivity that dominated the market at the time were seen as roadblocks to universal progress. | ||
=== 1988-2006: Rentius era | === 1988-2006: Rentius era === | ||
In 1993, Valtari purchased Codicis, an e-book and audiobook distribution service. Over an 8 year span, the company went on an aggressive acquisition spree and purchased 11 companies | In 1993, Valtari purchased Codicis, an e-book and audiobook distribution service. Over an 8 year span, the company went on an aggressive acquisition spree and purchased 11 companies | ||
==== Misconduct allegations ==== | ==== Misconduct allegations ==== | ||
=== 2006-2019: Riśakarin era | === 2006-2019: Riśakarin era and WorkSpaces X === | ||
==== Acquisition of Electron ==== | ==== Acquisition of Electron ==== | ||
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** [[Electron]] - Acquired in 2014, Electron is a consumer electronics retailer. It provides a wide range of electronic products from various brands, making it a go-to destination for tech enthusiasts and general consumers alike. | ** [[Electron]] - Acquired in 2014, Electron is a consumer electronics retailer. It provides a wide range of electronic products from various brands, making it a go-to destination for tech enthusiasts and general consumers alike. | ||
** Victrix Interactive - Acquired in 2019, Victrix Interactive is a video game developer of popular strategy games such as the Legiones Eternas series, which allows players to lead legions, govern provinces, and shape the destiny of an empire resembling historical Caphiria. | ** Victrix Interactive - Acquired in 2019, Victrix Interactive is a video game developer of popular strategy games such as the Legiones Eternas series, which allows players to lead legions, govern provinces, and shape the destiny of an empire resembling historical Caphiria. | ||
** Silvarum Software - Acquired in 2024, Silvarum Software is a video game developer and software company best known for its immersive open-world RPGs that merge traditional storytelling with groundbreaking graphics. Silvarum developed its own proprietary game engine called SomniaEngine, which it licenses out to other game developers. With SomniaEngine XX (2030), the engine now supports advanced cloud-based tools and real-time machine learning for efficient coding structures. SomniaEngine XX also introduced AI-driven tools for game personalization. | ** Silvarum Software - Acquired in 2024, Silvarum Software is a video game developer and software company best known for its immersive open-world RPGs that merge traditional storytelling with groundbreaking graphics. Silvarum developed its own proprietary game engine called SomniaEngine, which it licenses out to other game developers. With SomniaEngine XX (2030), the engine now supports advanced cloud-based tools and real-time machine learning for efficient coding structures. SomniaEngine XX also introduced AI-driven tools for game personalization. In 2032, it released ''Petty Party Thief'', a casual sealth game where the player must steal items from parties without being detected. | ||
=== Business Solutions === | === Business Solutions === | ||