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o WTO Rules U.S. Online Gambling Ban Violates Trade Agreements
o Sony Sells 500,000 PSPs in First Two Days; $150 Million in First Week
o Report: U.S. Men Spend More on Video Games Than Music
o Eidos Board Approves SCi Buyout Offer Over Rival Bid from Elevation
o AOL Rolls Out Internet Phone Service in 40 Markets
o Ener1 to Acquire Russian Video Game Maker Nival

> DMW Announcements:
--Games & Mobile Forum - April 21, 2005

> Featured Advertisement:
--PwC Global Entertainment and Media Outlook: 2004-2008
 

o Briefly Noted: TiVo - IBM patents, Yahoo - Wikipedia, MSN Video - IFilm, Ask Jeeves - Spanish, David Byrne - Web radio station, Gizmondo, Electronic Arts - "From Russia With Love," Vivendi Universal Games, THQ Wireless - Major League Baseball, Majesco, Jakks Pacific, Gameloft - "Totally Spies," Duke University - iPod giveaway, Webcast ratings compilation, Sony patent - "real-life Matrix"
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--Video Games Producer, MTV.com
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--Principal - Project Manager
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--IT Director
--XML Consultants And Sales Professionals
--Talented Software Developer
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--3rd Annual Homeland Security Contracting Forum - May 5-6, 2005 
--Strategic Communications Group Offers Blog Relations Counsel 
 


o WTO Rules U.S. Online Gambling Ban Violates Trade Agreements

Washington -- The World Trade Organization (WTO) has ruled that the U.S. ban on offshore online gambling violates international trade rules, siding with the island nations of Antigua and Barbuda who initially filed a complaint with the WTO, CNET News.com reported. It is illegal for U.S. residents to gamble online, either on U.S.-based websites or those offered overseas -- from the U.K. or tax havens such as Antigua. Although the ruling is specific to the nations that filed the complaint, the WTO may now choose to impose trade sanctions on the U.S. Additional fallout from the ruling could result once again in search engines taking ads from overseas casinos, and credit cards companies backing cardholders' online gambling accounts.
http://tinyurl.com/5cxeg 
http://www.wto.int/english/tratop_e/dispu_e/285abr_e.pdf 
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o Sony Sells 500,000 PSPs in First Two Days; $150 Million in First Week

Los Angeles -- Sony said on Thursday that it sold 500,000 of its PSP handheld video game systems in North America in the $249 device's first two days on sale. The company added that the PSP generated a total of $150 million in first-week sales. Some analysts and retailers reported that while the PSP was selling well at retailers, most were not sold out of the anticipated device, for which Sony delayed its European launch to ensure that 1 million units would be on the market for the North American release.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/050407/sony_psp_sales.html 
http://tinyurl.com/6n3mp 
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o Report: U.S. Men Spend More on Video Games Than Music

Los Angeles -- U.S. males now spend more money on average purchasing video games than they do buying CDs, but still spend more on DVDs than all other forms of interactive entertainment, according to a random survey of 1,500 Americans conducted in early 2005 by Nielsen Entertainment. Nearly 40% of U.S. households own at least one device capable of playing games -- which includes a PC -- while among those who own a game console, 8% own all three: a PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube. While Caucasians spend the most money per month on DVDs, African-Americans and Hispanics report spending more money per month on games and mobile services. The report also found that 39% of gamers are female, and 24% of gamers are over the age of 40. "While this reinforces the industry's traditional targeting towards these groups, women between the ages of 18 to 24 show relatively high entertainment expenditure and time availability, suggesting there are opportunities for publishers to target this consumer," said Nielsen Interactive Entertainment vice president Emily Della Maggiora. "African-American and Hispanic gamers appear to be a potentially lucrative (and currently under-served) consumer target for publishers as these gamers are spending more money to purchase games and more time to play them compared to total gamers, in general."
http://tinyurl.com/3nm8n 
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o Eidos Board Approves SCi Buyout Offer Over Rival Bid from Elevation

London -- The board of directors of struggling U.K. video game publisher Eidos announced on Thursday that it has voted to accept a buyout offer from fellow U.K. publisher SCi Entertainment Group, rejecting a rival offer Elevation Partners, a venture capital firm whose principals include former Electronic Arts president John Riccitiello and U2 frontman Bono. About 41% of Eidos shareholders have already approved the SCi buyout, which will offer about $1.37 per Eidos share, as compared with Elevation's offer of $0.94 per share. About 41% of Eidos shareholders have already voiced their approval of the deal. Eidos said that it has recommended shareholders accept the SCi bid, despite the fact that Eidos is much larger than SCi, operating on a global scale, and may lose key employees as a result of the merger.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050407/75292.html
http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=7861
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2005/04/07/eidos_backs_sci 
http://www.eidos.com 
http://www.sci-group.com 
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o AOL Rolls Out Internet Phone Service in 40 Markets

Dulles, Va. -- Following months of industry speculation and build-up, America Online on Thursday launched its new Internet phone service in more than 40 U.S. markets, including the DC area. It is the first phase of a nationwide rollout that will continue over the coming months. AOL said the service will offer subscribers cost-savings over traditional phone services, as well as enhanced voice and online messaging features. The company is offering its current Internet members a special rate of $29.99 a month for the first six months of its combined Internet access and phone services, after which the price will jump to $39.99. The phone service includes unlimited local and long distance calling. The phone service also will be available without Internet access.
http://makeashorterlink.com/?J1F4217DA 
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o Ener1 to Acquire Russian Video Game Maker Nival

Fort Lauderdale, Florida -- Ener1 Group, a U.S.-based technology holding company, announced that it has agreed to acquire Nival Interactive, a Moscow-based video game developer and currently the largest in Russia. Nival Interactive's creative studio includes 140 artists, designers and programmers. Ener1 said it planned to integrate the Russian developers with its U.S.-based video gaming interests to develop new console and wireless games. "This partnership provides both our companies with the optimal solution for accomplishing our mutual goals," said Nival President Sergey Orlovskiy. "Ener1 Group's resources and international presence will accelerate Nival's strategy for growth, developing exceptional and creative content for the interactive entertainment industry, exploring new distribution opportunities and attracting top talent in the global marketplace." The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
http://www.nival.com 

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3rd Annual Games & Mobile Forum
April 21, 2005 | New York City
www.gamesandmobile.com

Games & Mobile Forum is the leading executive forum focused on online and mobile games. The annual event brings together decision-makers from online and mobile game publishers, developers, marketers, retailers, content creators, technology providers, advertisers, investment bankers, lawyers and venture capitalists.

KEYNOTES:
John Smedley - President, Sony Online Entertainment
Mitch Lasky  - Chairman and CEO, JAMDAT Mobile

FEATURED INTERVIEW:
Scott Hunter Smith - Director, Global Brand Team, The Coca-Cola Company
Jason Ford - GM, Wireless Games & Entertainment, Sprint
Paul Schaut - CEO, Tira Wireless


PANELISTS:
Eric Albert - Director, Business Development, Gameloft
Jeff Anderson
- President & CEO, Turbine Entertainment
John Batter
- General Manager, Electronic Arts Mobile
Matthew Bellows - General Manager, Floodgate Entertainment
George Borkowski
- Head of IP & Tech Practice, MS&K
Jill Braff - Vice President, Marketing, Sorrent
Erica Chriss
- Director, Business Development, Digital Chocolate
Greg Costikyan
- Games Researcher, Nokia Research Center
Mueez Deen - Director, DRAM & Graphics, Samsung Semiconductor
Kenny Dinkin
- Vice President & Executive Producer, PlayFirst
Anders Evju - Vice President & GM, North America, Digital Bridges
Eric Goldberg - Managing Director, Crossover Technologies
Daniel Hart
- VP, Online Games Strategy and Operations, MTV Networks
Mark Litvack
- IP Lit Partner, MS&K / Formerly of the MPAA 
Victor Penev - Vice President, Online, Playboy International
Craig Piddle
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Director of Marketing, BioWare Corp.
Adeo Ressi - CEO & Founder, GameTrust
Richard Roberts
- Vice President, Licensing, Atari
Don Ryan - General Manager, Microsoft Game Studios
Mika Salmi - CEO, AtomShockwave
Paul Schaut
- CEO, Tira Wireless
Dan Scherlis
, CEO, Etherplay
Ned Sherman - CEO, Digital Media Wire
Brian Taptich - Dir., Mrktg & Bus. Dev., EA Sports & EA Games Online
Rob Tercek
- EVP & Chief Strategy Officer, MFORMA Group
Margaret Wallace - Co-Founder & CEO, Skunk Studios
Mike Yuen - Director, Gaming Group, QUALCOMM
Eric Zimmerman
- Co-Founder & CEO, gameLab

PANEL TOPICS INCLUDE:

  • ONLINE GAMES: The State of the Industry
  • ONLINE GAMES: Developers' & Publishers' Roundtable
  • MOBILE GAMES: The State of the Industry
  • MOBILE GAMES: Developers & Publishers Roundtable

For more information click here
To register click here.

REGISTRATION
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Register online at: http://kb.digitalmediawire.com/register.php?eventid=1093

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To submit speakers for or request information about exhibiting or sponsoring at the 2005 conferences, please contact Tinzar Than, VP, Marketing & Events, Digital Media Wire, Inc. at: tinzar@digitalmediawire.com.
 

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o Briefly Noted:

(Alviso, Calif.) TiVo, a provider of digital video recorder services, said in a recent SEC filing that it has acquired six patents from IBM related to digital video recording. Financial terms of the purchase were not disclosed. Alviso, Calif.-based TiVo said the patents relate to "audience research and measurement, integration of television signals with internet access, automatic rescheduling of recordings, content screening, enhanced program information search and electronic program guide interface enhancements."
http://biz.yahoo.com/e/050406/tivo8-k.html 
http://www.tivo.com

(Sunnyvale, Calif.) The Wikimedia Foundation, a non-profit that publishes the free online Wikipedia encyclopedia, announced on Thursday that it has signed an agreement with Yahoo. Under the deal, Wikipedia entries will be listed above regular search results on Yahoo's search engine, while Yahoo will provide the non-profit with certain hardware and resources.
http://wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Home

(Redmond, Wash.) Microsoft's MSN Video unit said on Thursday that it has partnered with IFilm, an online provider of short-form entertainment, to offer IFilm content on its free streaming video channel. IFilm plans to regularly update video streams offered on MSN, including its Viral Video channel, which streams video clips that for whatever reason become popular among Web surfers and are forwarded en masse.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050407/sfth041.html 
http://www.ifilm.com 
http://video.msn.com

(Madrid) Internet search company Ask Jeeves announced that it plans to launch a new Spanish-language version of its question-based search engine. The company said it expected to launch the site formally sometime this summer. The new Spanish site will employ Ask Jeeves's proprietary Teoma search technology, which determines a website's expertise based on a subject, rather than link popularity as does Internet search engine giant Google. Ask Jeeves, which already has sites in Japan and the U.K., said it planned to expand further into Europe in the near future.
http://makeashorterlink.com/?U379236DA

(New York) Musician David Byrne, of Talking Heads fame, recently launched his own online radio station, which will stream songs that the artist has been listening to lately, presumably on his iPod or other portable player. The current playlist includes tracks from Latin artists Byrne has trumpeted, such as Banda Ionica and Merceditas, some jazz tracks and more recent indie rock acts like The Arcade Fire, The Notwist, Cat Power and Devendra Banhart. "The song list will be updated periodically (how long is that really, in Earth time? Well, it depends on my listening habits.) As it reflects what I'm listening to, some songs will hang around longer while others will get dumped and replaced quickly," Byrne writes, on the site.
http://davidbyrne.com/radio/index.php

(London) Gizmondo, the developer of a multi-functional handheld video game console, announced on Thursday that it plans to open 21 flagship stores around the world to sell its Gizmondo device, following the successful launch of such a store in London's West End shopping district. Stores will open in New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Paris, Dubai, Beijing and Moscow, among other locations. Already on sale in the U.K., the Gizmondo will be released in North America and Continental Europe yet this spring. Separately, London-based Gizmondo said it will sponsor several MTV Europe events to promote the device, including the 2005 MTV Europe Music Awards, and a film initiative called MTV at the Movies.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050407/ukth012.html
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050407/ukth011.html 
http://www.gizmondo.com

(Redwood City, Calif.) Electronic Arts has signed actor Sean Connery to reprise his role as James Bond and provide voice talent for EA's "From Russia With Love," along with several other actors from the 1963 film, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The title is due for release in late 2005 for PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube. Separately, EA announced on Thursday plans to release "GoldenEye: Rogue Agent," another of its Bond titles, for the Nintendo DS in June.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050407/75250.html 
http://www.goldeneye.ea.com

(Los Angeles) Vivendi Universal Games said on Thursday that it will publish "Crash Tag Team Racing," a sequel in its "Crash Bandicoot" game franchise, in the fall of 2005. The title is being developed for PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube and Nintendo DS by Vivendi's recently acquired Radical Entertainment studio, the Vancouver-based developer that also created "The Simpsons: Hit & Run."
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050407/lath003.html 
http://www.vugames.com 
http://www.radical.ca

(Calabasas Hills, Calif.) Mobile game publisher THQ Wireless announced on Thursday that it has signed an agreement with Major League Baseball Advanced Media, to develop and distribute baseball-themed mobile entertainment like strategy and trivia games, player wallpapers and player ringtones. THQ Wireless' 2005 baseball game offering will include "Big League Baseball 2005," "Big League Home Run Challenge 2005" and "Baseball Fantasy Five."
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050407/lath047.html 
http://www.thqwireless.com

(Edison, N.J.) Video game publisher Majesco said on Thursday that it will ship its "Psychonauts" title for Xbox and the PC on April 19, with a PlayStation 2 version to follow in late spring. New Jersey-based Majesco will accompany the release with a national promotional campaign for the game, which was developed at San Francisco-based Double Fine Productions.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050407/nyth059.html 
http://www.doublefine.com 
http://www.psychonauts.com

(Malibu, Calif.) Toymaker Jakks Pacific on Thursday released its "Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith" TV Games product, a standalone video game controller that plugs directly into a TV and contains embedded game titles. The controller -- shaped like Darth Vader's helmet -- contains five games based on the upcoming film. Malibu, Calif.-based Jakks also plans to release contollers modeled after Star Wars characters R2-D2 and Grevious.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050407/lath017.html 
http://www.jakkstvgames.com

(Paris) French mobile game publisher Gameloft said on Thursday that it has signed an agreement with French TV distributor Marathon, for the rights to develop a mobile game based on the animated series, "Totally Spies." The series, which is broadcast in over 200 countries, airs in the U.S. on Cartoon Network.
http://www.gameloft.com 
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com/tv_shows/totallyspies

(Durham, N.C.) Duke University plans to alter its free iPod giveaway this year, offering the devices only to students enrolled in classes where the professors have deemed them part of the course, as opposed to last year's distribution to every incoming freshman. While not all freshmen will get an iPod this year, the school still plans to purchase a greater number than the 1,650 iPods handed out last year. The entire undergraduate student body will now be eligible to receive an iPod, provided they are enrolled in one of the courses that use the device as a learning tool, for purposes like recording class lectures or distributing foreign-language audio lessons.
http://www.dukenews.duke.edu/news/clips_ipodclasses_0405.html

(Chicago) Radio and Internet Newsletter (RAIN) on Thursday published a compilation of the various Internet radio ratings charts. The compiled list of top webcasters includes data from the comScore Arbitron Online Radio Ratings; AndoMedia's Webcast Metrics; and self-reported data culled from server logs by individual webcasters like the BBC and Virgin Radio -- but does not include data from streams offered by radio giants Clear Channel, Infinity and NPR. The RAIN chart lists Yahoo's LAUNCHcast as the most popular webcaster for January-February, generating more than double the average quarter hour listeners who tuned in to Radio@AOL, WindowsMedia.com, Live365.com or BBC Radio.
http://www.kurthanson.com/archive/news/040705/index.asp

(London) Sony has patented a non-invasive technique that would create sensory experiences like smells, tastes and sounds by firing ultrasonic pulses at key areas of the brain -- a potential feature on a future PlayStation video game console, NewScientist.com reported. However, Sony said that work on the technology behind the patent is still purely speculative. "There were not any experiments done," Sony Electronics spokeswoman Elizabeth Boukis told NewScientist.com. "This particular patent was a prophetic invention. It was based on an inspiration that this may someday be the direction that technology will take us."
http://www.newscientist.com/article.ns?id=mg18624944.600 

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> Video Games Producer, MTV.com

Video Games Producer serves as production team lead for MTV.com's video games area & editorial coverage. Responsible for seamless execution & creative vision for area, including design, editorial & video production, wireframes, func. specs, production sched, resource alloctn, must have 4-8 years of exp building web content for major brands and/or video games content. Ideal: knows MS Visio, HTML editing tools (Homesite) & strong affinity to MTV brand (on-air and online), pc and console, gaming culture.  Contact careers@mtv.com
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> Director, Digital Media

Leads team of web developers, system administrators, audio production staff and multi-media designers who create and maintain Web and mobile applications for NPR. Responsible for technical aspects of npr.org's back-end applications and front-end interfaces. Director serves on IT governance operations committee and helps set strategy for emerging digital asset management systems. Also responsible for hardware and software decisions and selected vendors as well as all processes and technical standards. Should be experienced manager able to motivate a growing team. Advanced degree in computer science preferred with 10-15 years technology experience, last five or more years in a senior management position. Experience managing 250,000+ page 24x7 Web operation with mobile and rich media apps.  Apply to employment@npr.org or fax to (202) 513-3047.
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> VP, Customer Acquisition -- TotalVid

TotalVid.com is the leading video download store for enthusiast consumers in the action-sports, travel, motorsports and anime categories. Candidate will direct both consumer acquisition and retention marketing efforts including paid search, affiliate, banner, as well as targeted offline advertising and PR. Qualified candidates will have a minimum 5-7 years experience marketing e-commerce or subscription services.  Send inquiries to Karl Quist at jobs@totalvid.com
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> Account Executive/Senior Account Executive

Environics Communications has an exciting opportunity for a public relations Account Executive / Senior Account Executive with two to six years of experience in an agency or corporate environment. This is a generalist position, though healthcare, technology and corporate communications experience are highly desirable. In addition to demonstrated exceptional media relations skills, the ideal candidate will know how to manage client relationships and work in a fast-paced environment. Visit us at http://www.environicspr.com Send resumes to communicate@environics-usa.com
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> Outside Sales Manager - Digital Distribution of PC Games

Outside sales for Trymedia, the world's largest digital distribution provider of PC games and DRM technology. Increase distribution of digital PC game catalog, technology, and services to large web sites, portals, ISPs, online networks, and cable providers. Manage entire sales cycle for warm and cold leads. Light travel. Experience: 2 years Internet sales creating affiliate networks. Selling content aggregation and fully managed services in digital media. Strong Rolodex. Email salesjobs@trymedia.com
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> Business Development Manager

This position with the Loudoun County Department of Economic Development Business Investment Team will proactively function as a Business Ambassador to market Loudoun County as a favored business location. Requires any combination of education and exp. equivalent to Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or public administration or related field, and at least three years related professional exp. working with business, civic and elected leaders. This position requires the ability to work non-standard hours to include early mornings, evenings and weekends (Hiring Range: $38,965 - $58,447/yr) Apply immediately Ref # 05-299. Email resumes to hr@loudoun.gov For more info, visit http://www.loudoun.gov or call Human Resources: (703) 777-0213.EOE.
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> Manager, Traffic Engineering and Provisioning - Silver Spring, MD

Discovery Communications, Inc., the leading global real-world media company with an exciting array of TV networks such as Discovery Channel, has an opening for a process oriented manager with min. ten years exp., including exp. managing engineering teams; operational exp. with a range of network and security equipment and internetworking protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and DNS. Apply at http://corporate.discovery.com/careers/careers.html; Job Req#2001. EOE. Apply online at http://www.discovery.com
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> Principal - Project Manager

Using the VALID methodology, the Principal ensures that projects and tasks are clearly delineated and that milestones are met in a timely manner in order to deliver projects on schedule. Require: Project work plan development and project estimation skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Systems Development project management skills including initiation, envision, design/build and deployment requirement phase experience as well as requirements definition, tracking, testing and defect tracking experience. Coaching and mentoring. New opportunity and business development. Send resumes to resume@digitalfocus.com
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> Marketing Researcher

Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) seeks a researcher to develop and maintain a database of companies, conduct research on firms and business markets. Individual must have a BA, be proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Access software, a self-starter, well organized, and with strong written and oral communication skills. Salary $38,000 - $46,000 based on experience. See http://www.FairfaxCountyEDA.org for more details or e- mail resumes with cover letter to resumes@fceda.org by March 31, 2005
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> IT Director

NMS seeks IT Director w/ 8-15 (w/5 plus personnel mgmt) years IT project mgmt/implementation experience. Requirements: Experience developing initiatives/projects that support strategic business objectives; implement IT projects, display measurable business value, build app. development team and SDLC process; understanding of internet search/web tech, online forums, Blogs, MS app. development, JAVA programming, app. development and strong comm. skills Send resumes to resume@newmediastrategies.net For more information please visit our website at http://www.newmediastrategies.net
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> XML Consultants And Sales Professionals

Software AG is an expert in world-class enterprise modernization and information integration with a focus on two business lines: Enterprise Transaction Systems and XML Business Integration. We are always seeking experienced professionals to join the ranks of both our Sales and Consulting business and our benefits are unmatched. For more information visit http://www.softwareagusa.com/ or send resumes directly to kim.burger@softwareagusa.com
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> Talented Software Developer

Established company is starting-up a new business venture and seeking a mid to senior-level software developer. Required: OOA&D; SQL DB design (schema and query); full lifecycle, multiple languages; Linux admin and development; ability to lead projects and/or people. Preferred: Multi-terabyte DB design and development with MySQL, PostgreSQL or Oracle; business logic process automation; thread-safe practices; Internet protocols and RFCs; scaling Internet-based applications. Candidate will wear many hats. Send resumes to ptj-jobs@muttsoftware.com _________________

> Senior Level Technology Media Relations Pros

The SheaHedges Group is seeking people from a range of disciplines - public relations, journalism and marketing. These candidates must have 8 plus years of experience. Agency and technology experience a plus. We evaluate applicants according to our TeC model - which stands for talent, experience and culture. We strongly invest in the professional development of our team and are committed to providing a work environment that is both exciting and challenging. We are looking for enthusiastic, conscientious individuals with a flair for verbal and written communication. Please e-mail all resumes to rkouba@sheahedges.com
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> 3rd Annual Homeland Security Contracting Forum - May 5-6, 2005

5 Top DHS and DOE CIO's and other insiders confirmed include: Steve Cooper, CIO, Dept. of Homeland Security; Charles Armstrong, CIO, Border Security, DHS; Scott Hastings, CIO, The US-VISIT Program, (which awarded a contract worth up to $10 billion to Accenture), DHS and others. Panel Topics include: DHS Contracting Opportunities, Next Generation Homeland Security and DOD Technologies: Small-Medium Sized Business Opportunities, Homeland Security Contract and Grant Winners: How Your Firm Can Secure DHS Business and more. May 5-6, 2005. Hyatt Crystal City, Arlington VA. For more info or to register visit - http://www.potomactechwire.com/homelandconference2005.html
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> Strategic Communications Group Offers Blog Relations Counsel

Enter the Blogosphere prepared - Enhance your sales and marketing programs. Take advantage of blog relations and blog technology at its forefront. As blogging matures and becomes a prevailing force in communications, allow Strategic Communications Group to assist you in meeting your sales, profitability and corporate valuation goals. Contact us for a free white paper. Send inquiries to info@gotostrategic.com or call 301.408.4500. Visit http://www.gotostrategic.com/blogptw.html  for more info.
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