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o Sony Cancels Release of Football, Basketball Video Games for 2004
o Napster Signs Distribution Deal with U.K. Electronics Retailer Dixons
o BBC Announces Three Finalist Bidders for BBC Technology Unit
o Electronic Arts Announces Games to be Previewed at E3 Expo
o Mobile Multimedia Platform Developer Tao Group Raises $7 Million
o Device Browser Developer ANT Limited Secures $6.1 Million

 > DMW Announcements:
 --Washington Digital Media Conference - June 18, 2004
 --Digital Media Law Report - Volume 3 - March/April  

 > Featured Advertisement:
 --PricewaterhouseCoopers' Entertainment and Media Outlook
 --Digital Media Content Manager
 

o Briefly Noted: MobiTV - MLB games, Major League Baseball - online ticket sales, SnapStream - Firefly PC remote, AOL - Golden Gloves, Jakks Pacific - Lucasfilm, Majesco - Game Boy Advance applications, Atari - Ecko Unlimited, THQ - WWE, Eidos, Sorrent - "Baldur's Gate," Indiagames - "The Day After Tomorrow," Sony Online Entertainment - "Omens of War," Rockstar Games - "Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition"

 
> Job/Event/Marketplace Classifieds:
--Digital Media Content Manager
--Free Microsoft Security Strategies Roadshow - Nashua, NH, May 12
--Account Manager: Technology Communications
--Director of Marketing & Communications - D.C.
--IT Perm and Contract Placement Services
--HireStrategy - Treasury Manager
--Account Executive
--Regional Manager, Business Development
--Director Business Development (DBD)
--Sr. Account Executives
--2nd Annual BNA Contracting and Homeland Security Forum -- May 10-12
--Supplier Diversity Summit at SUPERCOMM 2004, June 21, Chicago, IL
--Customize Your Corporate Logo With Quality Products!
 


o Sony Cancels Release of Football, Basketball Video Games for 2004

Foster City, Calif. -- Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced that its 989 Sports division will not release updates for a number of its sports games this year, following a similar move made by Microsoft's XSN Sports in light of competition in the sector from independent developers like Electronic Arts. Sony said that it will not release new pro or college football or basketball titles for 2004, instead choosing to focus on developing more compelling versions for release in 2005. Sony said the decision will not affect its baseball, hockey, soccer or Olympics sports titles.
http://makeashorterlink.com/?E29932B38
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o Napster Signs Distribution Deal with U.K. Electronics Retailer Dixons

London -- Music download service Napster announced this week that it has signed an exclusive agreement with U.K.-based consumer electronics firm Dixons to help with the launch of its U.K. service, planned for later this summer. Under the terms of the deal, Dixons will promote Napster through Dixons, Currys, The Link and PC World stores throughout the U.K. Furthermore, Dixons will preinstall Napster 2.0 software on all of its own-brand PCs, the company said in a statement. Napster President Brad Duea described the deal as an "extremely important" one for his company. Although Napster has referred to the agreement as "multiyear", neither a full timescale nor financial details have been released. Santa Clara, California-based Roxio, which owns former peer-to-peer network Napster, previously planned to roll out a music-download service in the U.K earlier this spring; problems with licensing agreements, however, forced the company to delay the launch until this summer. Rival Apple also plans to launch a version of its iTunes Store in the U.K. by the end of the year.
http://www.roxio.com/en/company/news/archive/prelease040504.jhtml
http://www.dixons.co.uk  
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o BBC Announces Three Finalist Bidders for BBC Technology Unit

London -- The BBC on Thursday announced a shortlist of three companies that have emerged as final bidders for its BBC Technology unit, an advanced video and interactive TV production business the company is selling to reduce costs. Accenture, CSC or Siemens are the three firms in line to buy the division, and along with it a contract to provide outsourced production services to the BBC, which the company said is worth up to $3.6 billion. "The shortlisted bidders have shown their ability to invest in technology innovation and enable us to revolutionize the way we make programs over the next ten years," said BBC chief technology officer John Varney. The BBC expects to announce a finalized deal in the fall.
http://www.accenture.com 
http://www.csc.com 
http://www.siemens.com 
http://www.bbctechnology.com
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o Electronic Arts Announces Games to be Previewed at E3 Expo

Redwood City, Calif. -- Video game developer Electronic Arts on Thursday announced the slate of titles it plans to preview at next week's Electronic Entertainment Expo video game convention in Los Angeles. The company announced its support for Sony's new PSP portable gaming device, pledging to deliver four titles at launch and 10-12 more within the year. EA's successful sports games division will show the 2005 editions of franchises including Madden NFL, FIFA Soccer, NBA Live, NASCAR, NCAA Football, NCAA March Madness, NHL and Tiger Woods PGA Tour. EA will showcase 12 other titles under its EA Games brand, including "GoldenEye: Rogue Agent," Battlefield 2," "Catwoman," "Def Jam Fight for NY," "Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban" and "The Lord of the Rings, The Battle for Middle-earth." The company's EA Partners division will also display three titles that EA is co-publishing with other companies.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040506/65323_1.html 
http://www.ea.com
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o Mobile Multimedia Platform Developer Tao Group Raises $7 Million

Reading, U.K. -- U.K.-based Tao Group announced on Thursday that it has secured $7 million in venture capital in a round led by Atlantic Capital Partners, which invested in the group for the second time. Privately held Tao is a manufacturer of the Intent multimedia platform for mobile and other digital devices. "With the additional funding led by Cross Atlantic, we will be able to pursue a much more aggressive go-to-market program in Europe, Asia and North America," said Tao chairman Francis Charig. To date, the company has raised more than $45 million in private equity, with nearly $37 million of that being raised within the last three years.
http://makeashorterlink.com/?O18452A38
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o Device Browser Developer ANT Limited Secures $6.1 Million

Cambridge, England -- ANT Limited announced this week that it has secured $6.1 million in new funding. ANT provides browser, user interface and content rendering software for interactive TV, set-top boxes, DVD and other consumer electronics devices, industrial appliances, service operators and silicon vendors. "Over the last three years since we last went to the venture market, ANT has become profitable and cash-generating," said ANT CEO Simon Woodward. "Having built a robust base for the business in a difficult economic climate, we now feel the time is right to invest in growing more aggressively." Woodward also said the funding would allow ANT to capitalize on "what we see as a sweet-spot" in the market and target new opportunities for growth.
http://makeashorterlink.com/?B2F232A38

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 > DMW Events:

Washington
Digital Media Conference

June 18
, 2004  |  Washington, DC
www.digitalmediaconference.com

OVERVIEW

Media and entertainment companies are going through a digital transformation, which is impacting traditional business models and changing the way we distribute, access and market media and entertainment.

Washington Digital Media Conference brings together decision-makers from the leading media, entertainment and technology companies in the Greater Washington, DC area for a 1-day executive forum focused on business, legal/policy and technology developments impacting digital media.

Get a unique view of the future of media and entertainment from the inside. Gain insight into new business opportunities driving the transformation of entertainment and media businesses. Take a hard look at how traditional challenges to sustainable business models are dissolving, only to be replaced by new obstacles, and how we can prepare now to overcome them. Examine media and entertainment-based technologies emerging today and explore how these technologies are driving the transformation of the media and entertainment industries.

How are traditional business models being reinvented? What are the challenges and opportunities involving digital media? What do you need to do to stay competitive in the technology age? Be a part of this inaugural event, which brings together the business and government leaders who are transforming the Greater Washington, DC area into a center for digital media innovation and development.

REGISTRATION
Early Bird Registration: $195 (until May 24th)
Pre-Registration: $295 (until June 11th)
Registration: $395 (after June 11th)

Online :  http://kb.digitalmediawire.com/register.php?eventid=1067
Phone: 323-822-0936

To submit speakers for or request information about exhibiting or sponsoring at the 2004 conference, please contact Tinzar Than, VP, Marketing & Events, Digital Media Wire, Inc. at: tinzar@digitalmediawire.com.


Digital Media Law Report
New Featured Section - Volume 3 - 2004

We are pleased to announce that we have added a "Featured Section" to Digital Media Law & Policy Report. We will use this section to provide in depth coverage of certain cases, events and policy developments each month.

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> PricewaterhouseCoopers' Entertainment and Media Outlook

Purchase the book every entertainment and media executive must have. The PricewaterhouseCoopers' Entertainment and Media Outlook: 2003-2007 analyzes key trends and forecasts spending in the U.S. and Canada across 14 industry segments, including a Global Overview that forecasts spending and analyzes trends worldwide (also sold separately). More Information
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> Digital Media Content Manager

Manage content acquisition and launch for various Digital Media products. Coordinate with partners and Nextel Business Development to obtain Digital Media Content for catalog· Manage relationships with publishers and aggregators of Digital Media content · Manage operational processes for posting of products Coordinate with marketing and partners for promotion of Digital Media products· Send resume and cover letter to chris.allison@nextel.com.   Support field and marketing on application questions www.nexteljobs.com  60461.  
 

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o Briefly Noted:

(Berkeley, Calif.) Idetic, developer of the MobiTV service that streams audio and video content to cell phones, announced on Thursday that it has partnered with Major League Baseball to offer live streaming audio and post-game video highlights to mobile users. Mobi-MLB Gameday Audio will offer coverage of all games for $9.99 per month, while the video highlights will be offered as part of MobiTV's regular $9.99 monthly service content. Currently, both services are only available for Sprint PCS Vision subscribers.
http://www.mobitv.com

(New York) Major League Baseball Advanced Media said on Thursday that it has it has already sold more than 5 million tickets online for both 2004 spring training and regular season games, a 72% increase over the 2.9 million tickets sold online at this same time last season. MLB says that last season it sold a total of 7.6 million tickets online.
http://www.mlb.com

(Houston) SnapStream, a developer of PC-based entertainment products, announced on Thursday the release of its Firefly PC remote, which allows users to wirelessly control the music, TV, video, photos or DVD applications on their PCs with a TV-style remote control. The $50 device is compatible with Microsoft's Windows XP Media Center software and SnapStream's own Beyond Media media center software, and can access programs including Windows Media Player, Musicmatch, WinDVD and Beyond TV.
http://www.snapstream.com/products/firefly

(Dulles, Va.) America Online said on Thursday that it will provide its AOL for Broadband members with live, online video from the final rounds of the 2004 Golden Gloves National Championships. Following the conclusion of the national TV broadcast of the amateur boxing tournament, AOL will continue to provide live coverage of late-round final matches on Sunday, May 9.
http://media.aoltimewarner.com/media/press_view.cfm?release_num=55253965

(Malibu, Calif.) Toymaker Jakks Pacific said on Thursday that it has signed an agreement with director George Lucas' Lucasfilm to create a line of its "TV Games" products based on the "Star Wars" saga. Malibu, Calif.-based Jakks Pacific's devices plug directly into a TV and house a combination of videogames, with all of the hardware built right into the controller. The company said it will create TV Games titles for each "Star Wars" film, slated for release in the fall of 2005.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040506/lath032_1.html 
http://www.lucasfilm.com 
http://www.jakkstvgames.com

(Edison, N.J.) Video game developer Majesco announced on Thursday that it plans to release two new applications for Nintendo's Game Boy Advance handheld that enable instant messaging and advanced wireless connectivity, pending Nintendo's approval. Majesco's Wireless Messenger would allow users to send instant text messages via the Game Boy Advance, while its Wireless Link would allow play of any game link-compatible multiplayer game.
http://www.majescogames.com

(New York) Game publisher Atari said on Thursday that it has partnered with fashion designer Marc Ecko, creator and founder of the urban lifestyle brand Ecko Unlimited, to create an authentic video game based on urban culture and graffiti art. "Marc Ecko's Getting Up: Contents Under Pressure" is being developed by The Collective for release in June 2005, and will be previewed at next weeks' E3 Expo.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040506/65177_1.html 
http://www.atari.com 
http://www.eckounltd.com

(Calabasas Hills, Calif.) Video game publisher THQ and partner Jakks Pacific on Thursday announced the slate of WWE-branded titles they plan to release in the next year. "WWE SmackDown! Vs. Raw" for PlayStation 2, created by Japanese developer Yuke's Co., and "WWE Survivor Series" for Game Boy Advance will both be released in the fall. "WWE WrestleMania 21," developed by Chicago-based Studio Gigante, will ship in early 2005.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040506/65378_1.html 
http://www.yukes.co.jp 
http://www.studiogigante.com 
http://www.wwe.com

(San Francisco) U.K. game developer Eidos said on Thursday that its "Thief: Deadly Shadows" title for Xbox and the PC has gone gold and will ship to retailers on May 26. The action-stealth title was developed by Dallas, Texas-based Ion Storm.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040505/sfw071_1.html 
http://www.eidos.com 
http://www.ionstorm.com

(San Mateo, Calif.) Wireless game publisher Sorrent announced on Thursday that it has signed a multi-year agreement with Atari to develop wireless games based on "Baldur's Gate," a part of the "Dungeons and Dragons" franchise owned by Wizards of the Coast. Atari holds a license of the property from toymaker Hasbro, which owns Wizards of the Coast.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040506/65177_1.html 
http://www.atari.com 
http://www.sorrent.com

(Mumbai, India) Mobile game developer Indiagames said on Thursday that it has obtained a license from Fox Licensing & Merchandising's Wireless Entertainment Group to develop games, ringtones and other mobile content based on the upcoming global warming-themed film, "The Day After Tomorrow."
http://www.indiagames.com 
http://www.thedayaftertomorrow.com

(San Diego) Sony Online Entertainment on Thursday announced that it will release "Omens of War," an expansion pack for its popular massively multiplayer online roleplaying game "EverQuest," in July. The expansion will be released online as well as in stores for $29.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040506/lath047_1.html 
http://www.omensofwar.com

(New York) Rockstar Games, a development studio of publisher Take-Two Interactive, on Thursday announced the development of "Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition" for PlayStation 2 and Xbox. Rockstar's San Diego studio is developing the street racing game with partner DUB magazine, an urban automotive lifestyles magazine, for release in the fall.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040506/65264_1.html 
http://www.dubmagazine.com 
http://www.rockstargames.com

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> Digital Media Content Manager

Manage content acquisition and launch for various Digital Media products. Coordinate with partners and Nextel Business Development to obtain Digital Media Content for catalog· Manage relationships with publishers and aggregators of Digital Media content · Manage operational processes for posting of products Coordinate with marketing and partners for promotion of Digital Media products· Send resume and cover letter to chris.allison@nextel.com.   Support field and marketing on application questions www.nexteljobs.com  60461.
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> Account Manager: Technology Communications

Stanton Communications, The Holmes Report's 2003 Best Small Agency, seeks a professional with a proven ability to develop and retain media relationships, and can demonstrate success preparing written materials such as by-lined articles and speeches, and utilizing electronic tools for reaching the media. A minimum of 3-5 years experience communicating about technology products and services preferred. Agency experience a plus. Visit http://www.stantoncomm.com  Send resumes to pstanton@stantoncomm.com
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> Director of Marketing & Communications - Washington, DC

This emerging homeland security company that provides products and services to first responders is looking for an experienced professional to build its marketing and communications capabilities. The position entails building the brand of the corporate parent and working with its subsidiaries to organize trade shows, advertising campaigns, public relations, marketing materials, and events. A min. of 10 years experience required with a strong background in developing, executing, and managing marketing strategies. Send resumes to: ldorrow@globalsecureholdings.com
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> Inside and Outside Sales Representatives

OpenAir Technonolgies, Inc. has several sales positions open for account executives that will be responsible for cold-calling, proposal preparation, gathering requirements, and closing the sale. OpenAir Technologies, Inc. sells and maintains Next Generation IP-PBX Phone Systems to commercial customers. Prefers: 2 plus yrs exp. in phone system (PBX), voice, and/or data sales. Please send resume and salary requirements to: sales@openairtech.com
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> HireStrategy - Treasury Manager

Candidate will oversee a staff of two and will perform servicing reports for 3 Lines of Credit, Cash allocations for the lines of credit, forecast using a cash mgmt model, oversee wire transfers/cash transfers, work with investment bankers and deal teams, and handle business loan trusts. Qualified candidates will have 4-7 years of exp. with an accounting foundation. Financial services experience is preferred. Please send resume to mmolinas@hirestrategy.com or visit http://www.hirestrategy.com/quicklinks/hire185.asp
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> Account Executive

Account Executive and Inside Sales position available for highly motivated individuals with success selling software development services to private sector customers. Since 1982, Information Concepts (http://www.InfoConcepts.com) develops fixed-price, custom web-based, mission critical, database applications. Commissions based on gross sales with no limit on commission earnings. Send resumes to Resumes@InfoConcepts.com
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> Regional Manager, Business Development

New Business Sales Executive needed by a Web training company located in Washington, DC. Successful candidate will have the ability to prospect, propose and close training and consulting solutions with Fortune 1000 and technology companies. Requirements include professionalism, strong communications skills, knowledge of the internet, and a successful track record of exceeding sales objectives. Competitive base plus incentives and benefits. Send resumes to lgant@westlake.com
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> Director Business Development (DBD)

Major, Hagen & Africa is the world's largest attorney recruiting firm with the top in-house and law firm placement record globally. The DBD will be responsible for client sourcing strategies and the relationship development process with C-level executives, General Counsels, CFO's and VP's of HR. Minimum of two years' consultative selling experience including knowledge of the Bay Area business sectors, preferably within the bio-tech/pharma industry; JD or advanced degree is a plus. Submit resume and salary requirements. Send resumes to jmckinlay@mhaglobal.com
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> IT Perm and Contract Placement Services

Technical Staffing Solutions specializes in recruiting the hard to find candidates with or without high level DoD security clearances. We can provide your firm with solutions ranging from 1 permanent employee to a team of technical consultants for the duration of your short or long term engagement. Send inquiries to Skip Kearnes at skearnes@techstaffsolutions.com  or call 703-451-3882 for more information.
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> Advanced Selling for High Tech Professionals

Are Sales Cycles getting longer?  Are your discounts getting larger? Do prospects keep you at arms length? The Sandler Sales Institute of VA has a GUARANTEED program for High Tech Professionals that will help you to solve these problems. Held at Virginia's Center for Innovative Technology, May 13th and 14th, 8:30am- 4:30pm. Admission is $995.00. For more information visit: http://www.sandlersalesguru.com or call 866-904-0600. Send inquiries to kevin@sandlersalesguru.com
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> 2nd Annual BNA Contracting and Homeland Security Forum -- May 10-12

Homeland security forum speakers from the Department of Homeland Security:
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Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization; Hugo Teufel,
Associate General Counsel for General Law; and Patrick Schambach, CIO,
Transportation Security Administration. Info/Registration:
http://www.homeland-conference.com/
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> AeA Micro Cap Financial Conference for Public Tech Companies, May 16-18

Find your next investment opportunity at the AeA Micro Cap Financial Conference, May 16-18 in Monterey, California. Access executives from 120 high-tech companies, gather information and network with peers in just two days. If you are an investor interested in growing public technology companies with up to $200 million market cap or revenues, then this is the conference to attend. For more information visit, http://www.aeanet.org/MC04
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> Supplier Diversity Summit at SUPERCOMM 2004, June 21, Chicago, IL

The Supplier Diversity Summit at SUPERCOMM 2004 in Chicago is a forum for MWDVBEs and corporate supplier diversity teams to stay current on the latest business, political, regulatory and technical activities in the telecommunications industry. For more information on the summit, visit http://www.tiaonline.org/events/supplierdiv2004.cfm Send inquiries to lream@tiaonline.org
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