America's Fastest Texters Compete for Cash in New York City

Finally, the ability to type quickly with two thumbs is paying off, or rather it could pay off for one of the 11 finalists at the 6th annual LG U.S. National Texting Competition. Since May, the electronics company has sponsored weekly Facebook tournaments to find the fastest and most accurate texters from all over the country. Today at noon, the remaining players will face off in New York City's Times Square for a shot at $50,000.

Finally, the ability to type quickly with two thumbs is paying off, or rather it could pay off for one of the 11 finalists at the 6th annual LG U.S. National Texting Competition. Today at noon, the  players will face off in New York City’s Times Square for a shot at $50,000.

Cartoon Network and anti-bullying specialist Rosalind Wiseman have also teamed up for a special “Text for the Cause” segment of the competition as part of the former’s Stop Bullying: Speak Up™ campaign.

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