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Top Stories
o TiVo, Verizon Enable Scheduling of TV Recordings Via Mobile Phone
o Samsung Introduces Cell Phone with 8GB Hard Drive
o Cingular Launches Video-on-Demand Service for Cell Phones
o Online CD Trading Post Service La La Raises $9 Million

o U.K. Investment Firm Ingenious to Pump $87 Million Into Video Games
o Digital Game Distribution Firm Exent Gets Investments from Intel, Cisco
o Gaming Accelerator Card Developer Bigfoot Networks Raises $4 Million
o TV Software Developer UpdateLogic Raises $4 Million
o U.K.-Based File-Sharing Software Firm AllPeers Raises Funds
o Report: 46% of Consumers Confused by the Term "IPTV"

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DMW Announcements
 
5th Annual Games & Mobile Forum  - April 26, 2006

  3rd Annual Digital Media Conference -  June 23, 2006

Featured Advertisements
  CONNECTIONS: The Digital Home Conference & Showcase -  May 2-4, 2006
  2006 Digital Entertainment & Media Directory
 

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Briefly Noted

o Sirius Satellite Radio Signs "Sex and the City" Columnist to Host Weekly Show
o Blinkx Launches Pico Desktop Search Application
o OverDrive Turns Library PCs Into Self-Serve Audiobook Checkout Stations
o Cdigix Adds 16 New Schools to Legal Campus Download Service

o Comcast, Terra Launch "Comcast Latino" Spanish-language Portal
o G4 to Broadcast "Star Trek" TV Episodes with Interactive Features
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Qpass Extends Mobile Billing Deal with Cingular
o Java-enabled Handsets Speed Full-Track Music Downloads for Groove Mobile
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HipCricket Powers Mobile Services for "The Apprentice," Radio & Records
o Nintendo: Wi-Fi Connection Gamers Hit One Million
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THQ to Offer Free Xbox 360 Online Multiplayer Demo for "The Outfit"
o Electronic Arts Ships "Burnout Revenge" for Xbox 360
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2K Sports Releases "College Hoops 2K6" for Xbox 360
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Sony Ships "Pursuit Force" for Sony PSP Handheld
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Atari Releases "Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai" for Sony PSP
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Xseed Games Ships "Shadow Hearts: From the New World" for PS2
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Washington Post: Tower Records to Launch Indie Tunes Podcast
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Times Online: U.K. Soccer Pro Ashley Cole Questions Google on "Gay" Links

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  Manager of CRM & Database Strategy - Boston and NY
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  Senior Analyst, NPR Digital Media - NPR
  Web Analytics Manager, Corporate Executive Board - Washington, D.C.
  Advertising Account Coordinator - South Boston
  Direct Data Manager - Boston
  Account Executive - Media & Telecom
  Chief Marketing Officer - Online Brokerage - Vienna, VA
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  Video iPod Study Available - Frank N. Magid Associates
 
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Top Stories

o TiVo, Verizon Enable Scheduling of TV Recordings Via Mobile Phone

Alviso, Calif. - TiVo announced on Tuesday that it has partnered with Verizon Wireless to enable subscribers to schedule TV recordings using their mobile phones. TiVo Mobile, scheduled to launch this summer, will be offered as a downloadable application for Verizon Wireless handsets on the wireless carrier's Get It Now over-the-air download service.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/sftu123.html?.v=40
http://www.tivo.com
http://www.getitnow.vzwshop.com
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o Samsung Introduces Cell Phone with 8GB Hard Drive

Seoul, South Korea - Korea's Samsung Electronics on Tuesday introduced the first 8GB hard drive mobile phone, which provides for storage of up to 2,000 songs. The Samsung SGH-i310 runs Microsoft's Windows Mobile 5.0, and includes an MP3 player, 2-megapixel camera, TV output for video capture, and Bluetooth wireless connectivity. Samsung also offers cell phones with 1.5GB and 3GB hard drives. Pricing details were not provided for the 8GB phone, which is slated for release first in Europe during the second half of 2006.
http://tinyurl.com/fs2rw
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o Cingular Launches Video-on-Demand Service for Cell Phones

Atlanta - Wireless network operator Cingular on Tuesday introduced a new streaming video-on-demand service for cell phones, which offers short video clips from providers including HBO, NBC, ESPN, CNN and Cartoon Network. The service is available at no additional charge for subscribers of Cingular's $19.99 per month 3G service. HBO is also offering a $4.99 per month premium channel on the service, that will provide up to five-minute clips of shows including "The Sopranos," "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "Sex and the City." The service uses RealNetworks' Helix OnlineTV platform to encode and deliver streaming video and audio to phones. Cingular also offers a mobile TV service, which is powered by MobiTV. Rivals Verizon and Sprint Nextel also provide similar streaming video-on-demand services for cell phones.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/sftu094.html?.v=47
http://tinyurl.com/pmrjb (CNET)
http://www.cingular.com/media/cingular_video_index
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o Online CD Trading Post Service La La Raises $9 Million

Palo Alto, Calif. - La la, a new online service that lets users swap physical CDs with one another through the mail, announced on Tuesday that it has raised $9 million in its first round of venture capital financing, from Bain Capital and Ignition Partners. La la charges $1 per trade, and offers a library of 1.8 million CD titles; if a desired title is not available, la la will provide links to buy the CD new or download it at retail prices. The company also says that, "while there is no obligation to do so, la la is setting aside 20% of trading revenues for musicians." La la says that the U.S. Copyright Act stipulates that trading CDs has always been legal, under the "first sale doctrine" that allows the owner of a lawfully made CD to dispose of the possession of the copy without permission or payment of additional royalties to the copyright holder.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/sftu097.html?.v=48
http://tinyurl.com/fbo3j (Reuters)
http://www.lala.com
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o U.K. Investment Firm Ingenious to Pump $87 Million Into Video Games

London - U.K. investment firm Ingenious Media has announced plans to launch a new venture that will invest $87 million in the interactive entertainment industry, GamesIndustry.biz reported. Ingenious, which already has a stake in U.K. game developer Lionhead Studios, will greatly expand its investments in the sector by partnering with and providing financing to developers and publishers of current and next-generation console games, PC games, online games and mobile games. "Now is an excellent time to invest in the games sector," said Ingenious Media commercial director Duncan Reid. "The introduction of a number of new consoles later this year and increasing software sales are projected to contribute to rapid growth in the industry. We recognize that many individuals will be unfamiliar with investing in games and this is why we have provided this opportunity for people to invest alongside us."
http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=15167
http://www.ingeniousmedia.co.uk
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o Digital Game Distribution Firm Exent Gets Investments from Intel, Cisco

Tel Aviv, Israel - Exent Technologies, a provider of digital distribution, in-game advertising and other services for the video game industry, announced on Tuesday that it has received new investments from Intel and Cisco. Financial terms of the deals were not disclosed. Israel-based Exent provides technology for game publishers, broadband service providers, ad agencies, retailers and others, which allows for digital game distribution that supports ad-based, subscription, rental and try-before-you-buy models. Intel said its investment will contribute to the availability of games on Intel Viiv technology-based PCs, set-top boxes and other consumer electronics devices. Exent will use the funds to further develop its digital distribution technologies.
http://tinyurl.com/qj47g
http://www.exent.com
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o Gaming Accelerator Card Developer Bigfoot Networks Raises $4 Million

Austin, Texas - Bigfoot Networks, a developer of online game delivery technology, announced on Tuesday that it has received a $4 million investment from Venio Capital Partners. Austin-based Bigfoot is developing a PC gaming accelerator card that aims to reduce the lag time in online games. "We are to online games what 3D video cards are to graphics: essential," said Bigfoot co-founder and CEO Harlan Beverly. The company, which was launched by a group of University of Texas MBA students, plans to show beta versions of its accelerator card at the E3Expo in May, and hopes to bring its first products to market this summer.
http://www.bigfootnetworks.com
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o TV Software Developer UpdateLogic Raises $4 Million

Washington - UpdateLogic, a developer of automatic software update technology for the consumer electronics market, said on Tuesday that it has received a $4 million investment from D.C.-based Core Capital Partners. Massachusetts-based UpdateLogic said that it plans to use the round to fund its official launch and the release of its flagship product, UpdateTV, in North America. The product allows digital TV manufacturers to automatically distribute patches and upgrades directly to consumer devices. Founded in 2003, UpdateLogic raised its initial seed and venture capital from the Launchpad Venture Group and various individual investors. Its customers include Hitachi, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, Samsung, Sharp and Sony.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/060307/20060307005346.html?.v=1 
http://www.updatelogic.com
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o U.K.-Based File-Sharing Software Firm AllPeers Raises Funds

Oxford, England - AllPeers, a U.K.-based software vendor specializing in private media-sharing networks, announced that it has received an undisclosed amount of first round venture capital funding. The company's "Drag-and-Share" software uses peer-to-peer technologies to make sharing videos, photos, podcasts and Web pages as easy as dragging and dropping files from one folder to another. Mangrove Capital Partners and Index Ventures, two of the original backers of Skype, led the round. AllPeers said it would use the investment to fund development, launch new products and recruit developers at its software development center in the Czech Republic.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/sftu062a.html?.v=1
http://www.allpeers.com/what_is_f.htm
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o Report: 46% of Consumers Confused by the Term "IPTV"

Paris - According to a new survey conducted in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the U.K. and the U.S. by consultancy firm Accenture, 46% of consumers are confused by the term IPTV (Internet TV). Despite the confusion, the survey revealed that the market for IPTV services is still considerable. When asked what features would improve current TV services, most respondents replied "having access to a larger number of movies" (30%) and "being able to create your own channel to watch programs whenever you want" (26%), Accenture said.
http://www.accenture.com

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DMW Announcements
 
5th Annual Games & Mobile Forum 2006

                                                5th Annual
         GAMES & MOBILE FORUM
                 April 26
, 2006  |  8:30 AM - 6:30 PM  |  New York

                                      
Museum of Jewish Heritage - New York
                                                         April 26, 2006  
                                              www.
gamesandmobile.com

Mark your calendars! The 5th Annual Games & Mobile Forum is set for Wednesday,
April 26, 2006 in New York City
.  Games & Mobile Forum is the leading executive
forum focused on online and mobile games and marketing. 
The 4th Annual event brought together 350+ decision-makers from online and mobile game publishers, developers, marketers, retailers, content creators, technology providers, advertisers, investment bankers, lawyers and venture capitalists. 
This year's event will include 3 keynotes, 2 featured interviews and 5 panels covering the following cutting-edge topics shaping the industry:
  • Mobile Games: The State of the Industry
    Industry leaders discuss the current state of the mobile games industry and speculate as to what developments will drive its future
     

  • Online Games: The State of the Industry       
    Industry leaders discuss the current state of the online games industry and speculate as to what developments will drive its future
     

  • Portability and the Connected Gamer
    This panel will discuss strategies for extending gaming brands through multiple platforms: online, mobile, console, etc., with a focus on innovation, community development and opportunities to reach the connected consumer
     

  • Advertising & Games
    This panel of advertising and games industry executives will provide metrics, predictions & analysis on opportunities to advertise through games
     

  • International Games & Mobile
    This panel of international experts will discuss what’s happening in online and mobile games outside the U.S.

Registration Rates:
$399 - Pre-Registration rate until April 15th
$499 - Registration after April 15th
To Register online Click here

Phone: (310) 855-0033
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 3rd Annual Digital Media Conference - June 23, 2006
 
                                                        
                     3rd Annual

 
     DIGITAL MEDIA CONFERENCE

                                                 
   www.digitalmediaconference.com

                                An Executive Briefing on Emerging Business, Policy,
                                        and Technology Issues & Opportunities

 
         June 23
, 2006  |  8:30 AM - 6:30 PM  |  McLean, Virginia

Mark your calendars!  The 3rd Annual Digital Media Conference is set for Friday, June 23, 2006 at The Ritz-Carlton in Tysons Corner, McLean, Virginia. This is a must-attend event for media, entertainment and technology businesses, educational institutions and government agencies involved in the digital distribution of media, including information, education & entertainment products. The Washington Post calls the event: "a confab of powerful communicators and content providers in the region."

Panels include:

  • The State of Digital Media: Research Perspectives & Insights
     
  • The Battle for the Digital Consumer: Who’s winning, who’s losing, and for how long?
     
  • Industry Roundtable: Perspectives from Leading Associations & Interest Groups
     
  • Music Matters: Reflections & Predictions from the Old New Guard on the Industry’s Digital Future
     
  • FCC Outlook: Insights, Predictions & Analysis of the Hot Button Issues
     
  • Television: The Future is Now - Programming Anytime, Anywhere, On Any Device
     
  • The Other Gaming Industry - Is the Legalization of Online Gambling Inevitable?
     
  • Mobility is the Message: Opportunities for Media on the Go and on the Handset
     
  • Digital Dilemmas: Issues Shaping the Future of the Internet & Digital Media
     
  • Marketing to the Millennials: The Life & Times of a Digital Generation
     
  • The State of Online Advertising: Where the Money is Flowing and Why

Registration Rates:
$299 - Early Bird rate until April 30th
$399 - Pre-Registration rate until June 16th
$499 - Registration after June 16th
To Register online
Click here
Phone: (310) 855-0033
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Briefly Noted

o Sirius Satellite Radio Signs "Sex and the City" Columnist to Host Weekly Show

New York - Sirius Satellite Radio, a provider of subscription radio programming with 3.3 million subscribers, announced on Tuesday that it has signed author and "Sex and the City" columnist Candace Bushnell to host a weekly four-hour talk show on Sirius. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/nytu034.html?.v=42
http://www.siriusradio.com
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o Blinkx Launches Pico Desktop Search Application
 
San Francisco -
Blinkx, a searchable index of Web video, on Tuesday introduced Pico, a 1MB desktop application that automatically searches out various Web content based on whatever is on the user's active screen. Pico then automatically and continually delivers organized search results, from sources including news outlets, blogs, video, Wikipedia, images, shopping and online communities like MySpace.
http://tinyurl.com/ja3y7
http://www.blinkx.com
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o OverDrive Turns Library PCs Into Self-Serve Audiobook Checkout Stations

Cleveland, Ohio -
OverDrive, a provider of e-book and audiobook lending services for libraries, on Tuesday introduced new software that will enable Internet-connected PCs in libraries to serve as self-checkout stations for audiobook downloads. The OverDrive Download Station software is being tested at two branches of the Cuyahoga County Public Library in Ohio, where users can download audiobook titles directly to their portable audio players from publishers including HarperAudio, Time Warner Audiobooks and others. Ohio-based OverDrive said it is negotiating with MP3 player makers to provide libraries with players that may be lent to patrons; the service currently supports devices made by Creative, Rio, Dell and others, as well as Pocket PCs and smartphones -- but does not work with the iPod.
http://www.marketwire.com/mw/release_html_b1?release_id=112292
http://www.overdrive.com
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o Cdigix Adds 16 New Schools to Legal Campus Download Service

Seattle - Cdigix, a provider of legitimate campus music and video download services, announced on Tuesday that it has signed agreements to provide its services to 16 new schools, including UCLA and Cal State Fullerton, which count a combined 50,000 students. Other schools added include the University of Maryland and Temple University.
http://tinyurl.com/qkl23
http://www.cdigix.com
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o Comcast, Terra Launch "Comcast Latino" Spanish-language Portal

Philadelphia - Comcast, the nation's largest cable TV provider, on Tuesday announced that it partnered with Spain-based Terra.com to launch Comcast Latino, a Spanish-language broadband portal. The site will offer links to music, entertainment, sports, news and events, in addition to streaming music and other audio channels from Terra Radio.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/nytu008c.html?.v=1
http://www.terra.com
http://www.comcast.net
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o G4 to Broadcast "Star Trek" TV Episodes with Interactive Features

Los Angeles - G4, the Comcast-owned video game network, announced on Tuesday that it plans to deliver classic episodes of "Star Trek" with interactive components to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the TV series. Premiering on April 10, "Star Trek 2.0" will include live chat, a variety of on-screen stats and facts, and the "Spock Market" -- an online marketplace where viewers can buy and sell stock in Star Trek characters. G4 also plans to air the "Star Trek" episodes in their original, non-interactive and uncut form during Saturday marathons.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/latu066.html?.v=46
http://www.g4tv.com/trek2.0 
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o Qpass Extends Mobile Billing Deal with Cingular

Seattle - Qpass, a provider of online payment processing services, said on Tuesday that it has expanded an existing agreement with Cingular Wireless, and will power all of Cingular's premium content services, including the Cingular Video streaming on-demand service announced today. Seattle-based Qpass powers the billing functions for Cingular's sales of ringtones, games and other wireless content.
http://tinyurl.com/p32vb
http://www.qpass.com
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o Java-enabled Handsets Speed Full-Track Music Downloads for Groove Mobile

Andover, Mass. - Groove Mobile, a provider of mobile music service delivery technology, said on Tuesday that the release of Java-enabled handsets is providing faster music downloading to mobile phones. The company said pre-installed Java handsets from Motorola, Sanyo and Samsung are helping speed full-track music downloads on mobile music services it powers in the U.S., Canada, U.K. and New Zealand -- including the Sprint Music Store.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/latu033a.html?.v=2
http://www.groovemobile.com
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o HipCricket Powers Mobile Services for "The Apprentice," Radio & Records

Essex, Conn. - Mobile marketing firm HipCricket announced on Tuesday that it provided text-messaging services that were used in a recent episode of Mark Burnett Productions' "The Apprentice." The teams were challenged to see who could get more people to send a text message as part of a wireless marketing ploy for the Gillette Fusion razor. Separately, Connecticut-based HipCricket said it partnered with radio industry trade publication Radio & Records, to deliver a breaking news alerts subscription service for mobile phones.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060306/nem042.html?.v=31
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/netu028.html?.v=42
http://www.nbc.com/the_apprentice_5
http://www.radioandrecords.com
http://www.hipcricket.com
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o Nintendo: Wi-Fi Connection Gamers Hit One Million

Redmond, Wash. - Nintendo announced on Tuesday that its free Wi-Fi Connection service has now logged its one-millionth player. Launched four months ago, the service lets owners of its DS handheld game console play multiplayer titles and download content at wireless Internet locations. The company added that two new Wi-Fi-enabled multiplayer titles -- "Tetris DS" and "Metroid Prime Hunters" -- are slated to launch in the U.S. on March 20.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/latu113.html?.v=38
http://www.nintendo.com/wifi
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o THQ to Offer Free Xbox 360 Online Multiplayer Demo for "The Outfit"

Agoura Hills, Calif. - Video game publisher THQ announced on Tuesday that it will promote the upcoming release of its "The Outfit" title with a pre-launch online multiplayer demo for the Xbox 360. The free multiplayer demo on Xbox Live, the first such promotion of its kind, will provide a preview of the Relic Entertainment-developed, WWII squad-based combat game, which is slated for release on March 14.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060306/lam100.html?.v=36
http://www.theoutfitgame.com
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o Electronic Arts Ships "Burnout Revenge" for Xbox 360

Redwood City, Calif. - Electronic Arts on Tuesday shipped its "Burnout Revenge" title for Xbox 360 to retailers. Developed by U.K.-based Criterion Games, the game features online elements for Xbox 360 that will track rivalries amongst online players.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/060307/20060307005379.html?.v=1
http://burnout.ea.com
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o 2K Sports Releases "College Hoops 2K6" for Xbox 360

New York - 2K Sports, a unit of video game publisher Take-Two Interactive, said on Tuesday that it has released its "College Hoops 2K6" title for Xbox 360 in North America.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/060307/20060307005380.html?.v=1
http://www.2ksports.com
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o Sony Ships "Pursuit Force" for Sony PSP Handheld

Foster City, Calif. - Sony Computer Entertainment America announced on Tuesday the release of its "Pursuit Force" title for the Sony PSP handheld. The game was developed by U.K.-based Bigbig Studios.
http://tinyurl.com/qk8rn
http://www.bigbigstudios.com
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o Atari Releases "Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai" for Sony PSP

New York - Atari on Tuesday shipped "Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai," its first title in the franchise for the Sony PSP handheld, to retailers. The latest installment in the nine million unit-selling franchise was developed by Japan-based Dimps.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060307/sftu107.html?.v=45
http://www.dimps.co.jp
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o Xseed Games Ships "Shadow Hearts: From the New World" for PS2

Torrance, Calif. - Video game publisher Xseed Games on Tuesday released its "Shadow Hearts: From the New World" title for PlayStation 2 in North America.
http://www.xseedgames.com
http://www.shadowheartsnewworld.com
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o Washington Post: Tower Records to Launch Indie Tunes Podcast

Washington - The Washington Post reported on Tuesday that struggling music retailer Tower Records plans to launch a podcast of independent-label music next week from the South by Southwest Music Festival in Austin. Texas. Tower, which filed for bankruptcy in 2004, has assembled the podcasts with 6,000 songs provided by the Independent Online Distribution Alliance (IODA), and will use distribution technology from San Francisco-based Outhink.
http://tinyurl.com/r4npp (Washington Post)
http://www.iodalliance.com
http://www.outhink.com
http://www.towerpod.com
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o Times Online: U.K. Soccer Pro Ashley Cole Questions Google on "Gay" Links

London - According to a report by The Times Online, lawyers representing U.K. soccer player Ashley Cole of the Arsenal Football Club have called on Google to explain why his name has been linked with the word "gay" in its Internet search results. Cole has filed a libel lawsuit against U.K. tabloids News of the World and The Sun over a number of stories speculating on the identities of a number of allegedly bisexual players in the English Premier League. While Cole was not named, a number of websites have claimed he is the person in the stories. When the name "Ashley Cole" is typed into Google, the search engine generates: "see results for: Ashley Cole: gay".
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,2-2073055,00.html
http://tinyurl.com/g59fr

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Manager of CRM & Database Strategy
- Boston and NYC

Manage client relationship and provide exceptional insight through delivering actionable strategic analysis that improves the profitability of retail clients’ marketing programs and other customer-focused business initiatives. Lead team of analysts to develop insightful analysis that will drive client profitability. Manage client deliverable priorities 6plus years' experience in database marketing analysis including analytic segmentation,
direct marketing test design, response analysis, measurement strategy development, ROI analysis, modeling, etc, preferably in the retail industry or with a marketing service provider to retailers. Boston & NYC. Please contact us for more information -
617 971-0300 or info@market-search.net
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Director, User Experience Delivery, NPR Digital Media
- NPR

Manages the user-centered design process for NPR Digital Media (npr.org, on demand platforms, etc.), including: defining and implementing project methodologies in accordance with best industry practices; supervising the collection and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data about user behavior; and fostering a creative process that results in innovative, high-quality design of interactive products and services. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field (which might also include Business Administration, Communication Design, Marketing, Computer Science, or Cognitive Science); specific study on the Human-Computer Interaction/Human Factors, Software Engineering, and/or Project Management is highly desirable. For detailed information please visit our website at http://jobs.npr.org/ Send resumes to employment@npr.org
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Senior Analyst, NPR Digital Media - NPR

Manages the qualitative and quantitative measurement and strategic analysis of Web sites and syndicated productions of NPR Digital Media (npr.org, on demand platforms, etc.); identifies audience segments, user personas and scenarios, and usage tends to produce actionable insights to key stakeholders on NPR’s editorial, marketing, sponsorship and audience research units; and trains and coordinates analysts, establishes methodologies, manages account configurations, and maintains vendor relationships. Bachelor’s degree (Masters degree preferred). For detailed information please visit our website at http://jobs.npr.org/  Send resumes to employment@npr.org and fax (202) 513-3047
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Web Analytics Manager, Corporate Executive Board - Washington, D.C.
 
This senior level individual will serve as the firm's key Web metrics expert and responsible for reporting and analysis of company-wide Web usage, data and trends. Candidate will create firm-wide dashboards and reporting mechanisms around prospect visits, lead generation trends and conversion, email campaign results and aggregated member activity on member Web sites and firm-wide Web properties. Send resumes to jonesl@executiveboard.com
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Advertising Account Coordinator - South Boston

In this multi-task, transactional-driven position, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely placement of advertising and billing of 20-40 classified ads per week in newspapers and websites across the country. Requirements include: A Bachelor's degree/equivalent. Business, Human Resources or Communications major preferred. Past experience in recruitment advertising and in a customer service role. Proficiency with multiple software applications including Microsoft Office. Proficiency with Internet media research. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills with a solid knowledge of grammar and punctuation. Outgoing personality with ability to multi-task, detail-oriented, work under strict deadlines and be a team player. For consideration, please send your cover letter and resume to: resumes@bo.hodes.com
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Direct Data Manager - Boston

Understands and manages data flows between client, and internal and external
data sources/vendors. Manages file transfers and data flows. Manages file
uploads/production issues. Coordinates new source files. Candidates need to have experience in direct marketing program execution especially from a marketing operations perspective. 4-6 years of experience in a marketing database environment responsible for production process management is required. Boston. Please contact us for more information - 617 971-0300 or info@market-search.net
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Account Executive - Media & Telecom

Polished sales professional needed to sell BIA Financial Network Inc.'s corporate and financial media industry research, data services, analytical database software, publications and custom research products. Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience required. Must have proven track record in exceeding quotas. Direct experience in the telecommunications/media industries and/or selling similar services
preferred. Please email your resume to resume@bia.com or visit http://www.bia.com
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Chief Marketing Officer - Online Brokerage - Vienna, VA

FOLIOfn is seeking a hands-on Chief Marketing Officer to lead FOLIOfn's marketing efforts to utilize FOLIOfn as a web storefront for online investing products and services.  With patented, proven technology at FOLIOfn, the challenge is to reach the self-directed, individual investor who uses the Internet for their investing. This position reports to the CEO of FOLIOfn. Ideally, you have 15 plus years experience in marketing roles at E-Commerce and Financial Services companies and have expertise in both marketing online and delivering a superior customer experience. You will have demonstrated successful development of marketing plans in an online environment, resulting in increased demand and sales. http://www.foliofn.com, recruiting@foliofn.com
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Marketing Manager, Online Brokerage - Tysons Corner

FOLIOfn is seeking Marketing Manager to help drive FOLIOfn's marketing efforts. The
ideal candidate will have 5 plus years in marketing roles at E-Commerce/Financial Services companies and have expertise in marketing online. Efforts should include e-mail campaigns, direct marketing, acquiring customers cost-effectively and improving conversion rates, demonstrated successful development of marketing plans in an online environment, resulting in increased demand and sales. We need an individual who is creative, collaborative, takes initiative w/outstanding  communication skills. The ability to multitask and manage multiple small to large projects in a cross-functional environment is essential. Send resumes to recruiting@foliofn.com
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PR Account Executive - NYC

Dukas Public Relations (www.dukaspr.com), a fast-growing New York-based PR firm with a very prestigious client list, is looking for an AE with a minimum of 1-2 years public relations agency OR related media or financial experience to join its financial and professional services group. We represent large hedge funds, asset managers, “celebrity” fund managers, an investment bank, a law firm, a major university and more. This is a fantastic growth opportunity with one of the hottest PR firms in the industry. Entrepreneurial, non-corporate environment. Good pay, handsome benefits. Great growth opportunities. Qualified candidates should email salary requirements, cover letter, and a resume to hr@dukaspr.com
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Senior Account Executive - Washington D.C.

Ideal candidates will have at least 5-8 years of experience and possess some or all of the following traits: developed public relations skills in working with known brands and products in the technology sector; possess a strong ability of conducting media relations and forming relationships with the media; have superior client relations
and customer service experience. Strong leadership, interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation communication skills. DBC offers competitive salary and benefits. Only candidates that provide a resume and cover letter will be reviewed. Please e-mail and put "SAE" in subject line. jobs@dbcpr.com No phone calls please.
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Strategy and Marketing Analyst
- Reston, VA

Work with Sr. management of high tech late stage venture co to quantify markets, identify competitors' capabilities, develop models and market approach. High proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Power Point, strong research, analysis, writing, communication and presentation skills. Some travel, extended work hours as needed. Requires 3 plus yrs mgmt consulting or strategic marketing exp, degree in business admin or other business discipline. MBA preferred. Send resumes to job-06-002@cernium.com
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Global PR Director - Rockville, MD

In this position, you will develop and execute strategic public relation plans on a global basis. This role is responsible for creating and implementing  external communications plans that will establish the Spirent brand and its products to the press and media. The Director will be responsible for the daily management of media-related initiatives and will handle incoming media inquiries. This position reports to the SVP, Corporate Marketing. As such, the Director of Public Relations will be a part of the marketing leadership of Spirent and will participate as a consultative team member in a wide range of strategic marketing activities, from product launches to advertising campaigns and more. Send resumes to karen.mullikin@spirentcom.com
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Product Development Consultant - Bethesda, MD

Chessiecap is an investment bank built to serve the transaction needs of technology companies in the Mid-Atlantic region. We grew over 35 percent in 2005 and need to grow our technology consulting team. We are looking for someone who has a passion and demonstrated ability to understand business and technology problems and define pragmatic solutions that are as simple as possible, but no simpler. We offer an opportunity to work leading edge problems in the content industry and see your solutions actually implemented, to derive satisfaction from working with people who are exceptionally skilled and who provide frequent learning opportunities. Visit  http://www.chessiecap.com for details. Send resumes to recruiting@chessiecap.com
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Video iPod Study Available - Frank N. Magid Associates

Magid has recently completed a Video iPod study examining awareness, knowledge and perceptions, usage behavior and future purchase intentions regarding the Video iPod. Surveying 798 iPod owners between the ages of 12 and 55, Magid's study explores not only the Video iPod but also the greater implications for the future of portable video content, communication and entertainment. Magid's 2005 Video iPod study includes an overview of current iPod owners' attitudes and usage behavior, interest in purchasing the Video iPod, perceptions of the viewing experience, types of content with greatest appeal, experience with iTunes experience, future usage of various entertainment platforms and devices.  We also compare the data across key generations - the Millennials, Gen X and Baby Boomers. For more information or to purchase the report for $975 please contact tinzar@digitalmediawire.com
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PricewaterhouseCoopers Global Entertainment and Media Outlook: 2005-2009

PricewaterhouseCoopers forecasts revenue for the global entertainment and media market will reach $1.8 trillion by 2009. For a comprehensive look at the forecast for the entertainment and media industry including analyses and five year growth projections for 14 industry segments covering every major region of the world, purchase PricewaterhouseCoopers Global Entertainment and Media Outlook: 2005-2009. Online distribution of music, films, books and video games is beginning to fuel end-user spending but what impact will rising interest rates and higher energy costs have on the expansion. Click here for more.
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