Social network hi5 has hired a pioneer in the video game industry to kick its social gaming strategy into high gear. It remains to be seen if hi5 truly realizes what it’s getting in the hiring of Alex ...

We're thrilled to announce the return of GamesBeat Next, hosted in San Francisco this October, where we will explore the theme of "Playing the Edge." Apply to speak here and learn more about ...

Hi5’s initial dedication to the world of social gaming is really paying off, with the social network announcing $14 million in its second round of funding. The round was led by Crosslink Capital, with ...

Hi5 used to be a social network-turned-gaming platform, and one of the most popular some years ago, along with other has-beens like My Space. Faring better than the once-popular Facebook predecesor, ...

On October 14, the hi5 social network (the third largest worldwide after Facebook and MySpace) will have a new look and feel, with emphasis on games, virtual currency and most notably a new 3-D avatar ...