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o EU: Microsoft Could Face Hefty Fines in "Matter of Weeks"
o Court Allows Tech Giants to Join Case against Microsoft
o Apple to Offer Podcast Support in Coming iPod Software Update
o BitTorrent to Launch Search Engine with Ask Jeeves Sponsored Links
o Game Retailer Electronics Boutique Acquires Spain's Jump Ordenadores

> DMW Announcements:
--Digital Media Conference - June 17, 2005

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--PwC Global Entertainment and Media Outlook: 2004-2008 
 

o Briefly Noted: GarageBand.com - podcast software, Paramount - Sony's Universal Media Disc (UMD), MovieTickets.com - "Revenge of the Sith," DTS - Real World Records, Archos AV 700 Mobile Digital Video Recorder, Belkin TuneStage, Universal Studios - Getty Images, Blinkx - In The Box Media, Gotuit Media - Eagle Rock Entertainment, Usenet - DVD downloads
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--IT Solutions and Services Sales - Financial/Insurance Vertical
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--Senior Java Developer
--Systems Engineer
--Sr. J2EE Developer
--Director, IT Planning and Program Management - Biotech
--Telecommunications Marketing Associate
--Business Intelligence Consultants
--Video Games Producer, MTV.com
--Director - Product Marketing, Visa USA
--Online Marketing Manager
--Web Designer/E-Advocate
--Strategic Communications Group Offers Blog Relations Counsel
--iPath Technologies, Inc. Adds Juniper Netscreen Training to Curriculum
 


o EU: Microsoft Could Face Hefty Fines in "Matter of Weeks"

Brussels -- According to a spokesman for the European Commission, Microsoft now has only weeks until the Commission decides whether to fine the U.S.-based software giant as much as 4 million euro ($5 million) a day. Under the terms of a landmark ruling last year, Microsoft was ordered to make its Windows operating system available without Windows Media Player, as well as share protocol information with rival server makers. "Within a matter of weeks, rather than months, we will have to decide whether we are satisfied that they are complying with the remedies to our satisfaction," Commission spokesman Jonathan Todd said. "And if they're not, we'll have to decide whether we'll begin the proceedings to begin daily fines." That said, Todd added that the Commission had not yet reached the stage where it would levy a fine.
http://europa.eu.int/comm/press_room/index_en.htm
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/legalnews.asp 
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o Court Allows Tech Giants to Join Case against Microsoft

Brussels -- A European court announced that it has granted permission to a group of large technology companies including IBM, Nokia, Oracle, RealNetworks and Red Hat to join the European Commission's antitrust case against U.S.-based software giant Microsoft. The companies had asked to help the Commission to defeat a legal challenge by Microsoft seeking to overturn last year's landmark antitrust ruling. Late last week, the Court of First Instance in Luxembourg ruled that the group, dubbed the European Committee for Interoperable Systems (ECIS), would be permitted as an "intervener" in the case. ECIS said it would support the Commission's efforts to keep Microsoft from using its dominance in the PC operating systems market to gain an unfair advantage in the related markets. Of the group, Seattle-based RealNetworks also has its own, separate $1 billion antitrust case against Microsoft pending in U.S. courts.
http://makeashorterlink.com/?L3105602B 
http://www.curia.eu.int/en 
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o Apple to Offer Podcast Support in Coming iPod Software Update

Washington -- Apple chairman Steve Jobs has announced the company plans to release its first software that supports "podcasts" in an update to the software for its iPod music players due in the next two months, MarketWatch.com reported. Independent programmers such as former MTV personality Adam Curry have to date created the most popular software used to create and distribute podcasts -- or, recorded MP3 files that users can subscribe to, and have automatically downloaded to an iPod or other portable MP3 player. In addition to offering podcast software for the iPod, Apple plans to solicit podcast content from amateurs and then offer some of these feeds to users of its iTunes software.
http://tinyurl.com/8c5he 
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o BitTorrent to Launch Search Engine with Ask Jeeves Sponsored Links

San Francisco -- The developers behind the BitTorrent peer-to-peer file-sharing application plan to soon launch an advertising-supported search engine that will index the movies, songs, software and other files available on the network, Wired News reported. Sponsored links on the search engine will be provided through Ask Jeeves. The search engine, expected to launch within two weeks, will on one hand make it easier for many users to find files on BitTorrent, while at the same time providing a potential target to the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), which has recently sued operators of BitTorrent servers. Without a centralized index, like the one the search engine will create, the MPAA and others have thus far only been able to target individuals operating the various servers across the world that host "torrent" files. "One of the differences between BitTorrent and Kazaa has been that there's a central Kazaa company... There hasn't been a similar centralized service or site associated with BitTorrent, and now there is," Stanford law professor Mark Lemley told Wired News.
http://www.wired.com/news/ebiz/0,1272,67596,00.html 
http://www.bittorrent.com 
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o Game Retailer Electronics Boutique Acquires Spain's Jump Ordenadores

West Chester, Penn. -- Video game retailer Electronics Boutique announced on Monday that it has acquired Spanish retailer Jump Ordenadores. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Jump, which operates 141 stores in several Spanish provinces, currently sells PCs and related products, and will introduce video game hardware and software over the next several months. Electronics Boutique said the purchase will give it an established foothold in the fourth-largest video game market in Europe. Pennsylvania-based Electronics Boutique agreed in April to a $1.4 billion acquisition by rival GameStop, which will give the combined company a total of more than 4,000 stores worldwide.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050523/phm014a.html 
http://www.ebgames.com 
http://www.jump.es 

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2nd Annual Digital Media Conference
June 17, 2005 | McLean, VA
www.digitalmediaconference.com

Mark your calendars! The 2nd Annual Digital Media Conference is set for Friday, June 17, 2005 at the Hilton McLean 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.

PANEL TOPICS INCLUDE:

  • Copyrights v. Technology: The Battle Heats Up
  • Digital Living:  Entertainment for the Connected Consumer
  • The "New" FCC and the Future of Digital Media
  • Video Games: An Industry Going Mainstream?
  • The Evolution of Radio: Satellite, Wireless & the Internet
  • The Changing Face of Television: Exploring Digital Frontiers
  • Mobile Entertainment: Wireless Technologies Shaping the Future of Entertainment
  • Online Publishing 2.0: Blogs, RSS & Other Innovations Driving the Industry

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o Briefly Noted:

(San Francisco) GarageBand.com, an online community for independent musicians, announced on Monday the release of a Web-based tool that can be used to record, mix and publish a recording in podcast format. The GarageBand Podcast Studio application will offer American Idol finalist Bo Bice and the site's 40,000 other active podcasters software they can use to publish their recordings online. San Francisco-based GarageBand.com will soon also offer the ability to publish podcasts by phone, using software from Tellme Networks. The company plans to eventually support the service with audio advertising, and by charging fees for ad-free podcasts.
http://www.garageband.com/podcast

(Los Angeles) Paramount Home Entertainment announced on Monday the slate of titles it plans to release on Universal Media Disc (UMD), the small 1.8GB hard disk format used by Sony's PSP (PlayStation Portable) handheld video game console. In addition to "Team America," "Coach Carter" and "Without a Paddle," which will begin selling on August 9, Paramount will release "Sahara" on UMD on the same date as its DVD debut (August 30). Other Paramount UMD titles will include Comedy Central's "Chapelle's Show: Volume 1," "South Park: Volume 1" and "Ren and Stimpy Volume 1 1/2-ish"; MTV's "Viva La Bam: Volume I"; and Nickelodeon's "SpongeBob SquarePants: Volume 1" and "SpongeBob SquarePants The Movie."
http://tinyurl.com/a77zu
http://www.paramount.com/homeentertainment 

(Los Angeles) MovieTickets.com, a provider of advance online movie ticket sales, said on Monday it estimates its service accounted for 10% of the total projected domestic opening weekend box office sales for "Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith." The film broke the opening day box office record with $50 million in sales, as well as the four-day opening record with ticket sales of $158.5 million.
http://www.movietickets.com 

(Twyford, England) Digital Theater Systems, Inc. (DTS), a developer of 5.1-channel surround sound audio technology used in movie theaters and home theater systems, said on Monday that it partnered with musician Peter Gabriel's Real World Records to offer a free download of a song in DTS 5.1-channel format. "Sandhya," from Indian artist Amjad Ali Khan, can be downloaded for free and then burned onto a CD, which may then be listened to in a standard surround sound system with DTS to hear the 5.1-channel mix.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050523/235223.html
http://www.dtsonline.com
http://www.realworldrecords.com/amjad 

(Irvine, Calif.) Consumer electronics maker Archos on Monday introduced its AV 700 Mobile Digital Video Recorder, a portable DVD player with a 7" LCD screen that can also directly record TV content to a 100GB hard drive. The $800 device ($600 for 40GB) will begin selling in June at major retailers and from Buy.com.
http://www.archos.com

(Compton, Calif.) Belkin Corporation, a manufacturer of iPod accessories and other electronics, on Monday introduced its $179 TuneStage for iPod, a device that wirelessly connects an iPod with a home theater system using Bluetooth technology. Compton, Calif.-based Belkin said the device, which enables transmission from up to 33 feet away, will begin shipping in late July.
http://www.belkin.com

(Universal City, Calif.) Universal Studios announced on Monday that it has licensed footage from its film library to Getty Images, a digital repository for licensing still images and video. The footage -- from films including "The Bourne Identity," "Field of Dreams" and "Apollo 13" -- was all transferred from original 35mm camera negatives to high-definition format.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050523/235589.html
http://www.gettyimages.com/universalstudios

(San Francisco) Blinkx, a provider of a searchable index of Web audio and video content, announced on Monday that it has signed an agreement with In The Box Media to add video content from three U.K. sporting websites to its index. San Francisco-based Blinkx will now include highlight videos and other content from ConferenceFootball.tv, PGAPro.tv and Combat.tv.
http://www.blinkx.tv

(Andover, Mass.) Gotuit Media, a provider of video-on-demand programming and delivery services, announced on Monday that it has licensed live concert performance video from Eagle Rock Entertainment for inclusion on its Gotuit Music on Demand service. Video of artists including Alicia Keys, Snoop Dogg, the Beach Boys and George Clinton will be added to Massachusetts-based on-demand service, which is currently deployed in several markets with major U.S. cable TV providers.
http://www.gotuit.com
http://www.eaglerockent.com 

(San Francisco) Wired News on Monday reported on the resurgence of Usenet newsgroups as a means of downloading copyrighted content like full-length movies. Benefiting from new commercial, high-bandwidth Usenet services, as well as a new file format called NZB that protects against lost bits of download data, the improved Usenet architecture is now seeing 60GB of DVD rips posted each day, according to NewsAdmin. "Though the copyright industries boast significantly improved geekery and monitoring technology, Usenet remains relatively unmonitored," digital music consultant Toby Lewis told Wired News.
http://www.wired.com/news/digiwood/0,1412,67588,00.html
http://www.download.com/NewsBin-Pro/3000-2164_4-10285921.html
http://www.usenet.com

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> Channel Sales Director

ExtenDB is searching for a Channel Sales Director to be responsible for developing and implementing partner strategies to grow company revenue through resellers, system integrators, and technology partners. The ideal candidate has experience in channel management or business development within the Business Intelligence or database markets. About us: ExtenDB leverages open source and commodity computing to offer exceptional value for BI solutions. Send resumes to jobs@extendb.com
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> IT Solutions and Services Sales - Financial/Insurance Vertical

Software AG seeks an Account Executive to sell IT Solutions and Professional Services in the New York City/NJ/Philadelphia area. Qualified candidates will have previous experience selling Integration/middleware solutions and Services within Insurance and Financial Services companies. Familiarity with XML and integration platforms essential. Visit http://www.softwareagusa.com/ or email resume to kim.burger@softwareagusa.com
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> Information Architect

This exciting role is an opportunity for a seasoned Application Developer with Java and Websphere experience. Must have five or more years exp. in systems engineering with a large business enterprise with revenues of $100 million reqd. Candidate must demonstrate proficiency and exp. in any of J2EE (4 years), EAI (Websphere Family), Unix, and Oracle. Require financial/accounting applications, Network operating systems and client/server systems environments. Please submit your resume to vbhatia@hirestrategy.com, or visit http://www.hirestrategy.com/quicklinks/hire266.asp
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> Senior Java Developer

Looking for software engineers interested in helping us build a worldwide info mgmt system. Our preferred candidate is someone with demonstrated application development/software engineering exp. creating web-based applications using Java, JSP, EJB, JDBC, Struts, Hibernate, Spring, Ant, and WebLogic. Knowledge of Oracle DBMS and Plumtree Portal Server is also desired. A solid understanding of n-tiered application architecture and enterprise design patterns is essential. Must be a U.S. citizen and hold a B.S. or M.S. degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems, or a similar degree. Send inquiries to careers@nearinfinity.com
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> Systems Engineer

Solutions System Engineer to support sales team in Md/Va and East. Canada. Must be expert in X86/VME/cPCI technology. Req. 1-2 certifications. Project oriented - may lead assigned project(s) from beginning to end. Must have integration experience. Send resumes to talent.acquisition@avnet.com
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> Sr. J2EE Developer - Washington, DC

Senior level position providing highest level of technical support and leadership on projects, business development initiatives, and internal programs. Min. 5 years of professional exp. designing and implementing enterprise level J2EE transactional applications. Candidate must have demonstrable expertise using the following APIs: Servlet/JSP, EJB, RMI, JNDI, JDBC, JTA. Candidate must have demonstrable expertise with Java application servers such as WebLogic, WebSphere, Oracle Application Server, JBoss, etc. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen. Active Security Clearance preferred. Send resumes to sshmia@1-sc.com
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> Director, IT Planning and Program Management - Biotech

Key member of IT organization, rotational assignment intended to prepare incumbent for subsequent, major management position within IT. Manage a staff of 3-4 professionals; partner with CIO in managing IT planning and administration for the organization. Prepare and track IT budget; determine performance measures; lead program management across all business functions; establish standards; prepare presentations to BOD and senior management. Send resumes to fsltd@earthlink.net
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> Telecommunications Marketing Associate

Develop and execute telecom lead generation programs. Manage and implement major promotional events. Provide strategic guidance and marketing support to the Client Service Partners and their teams that serve several large telecom clients. Gather/provide client and market intelligence for our wireline affinity group. Initiate marketing tactics and implement activities according to plan and within budget parameters. Require: BA degree in Mkt. 5 plus years in the telecommunications industry. Send resumes to sboulos@deloitte.com
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> Business Intelligence Consultants

Data Management Group, the mid-Atlantic leader in Business Intelligence consulting, is looking for great people to join our growing team. We are looking for energetic and outgoing self-starters with experience in any of the following tools and applications: Cognos, Crystal Reports, Oracle, Business Objects, J2EE, .NET. We are also looking for Top Secret cleared candidates for positions at Fort Meade, MD. Join the exciting world of consulting. Send resumes to resumes@datamanagementgroup.com
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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 - Product Marketing, Visa USA - Foster City, CA

As a Director, the candidate will supervise staff at the Senior Marketing Manager level who have day-to-day responsibility for specific promotional programs for Visa Card usage, and he/she will have overall program and budget accountability. College degree and 10-15 years of marketing exp., including promotions and co-marketing experience. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, creative as well as strategic thinker, flexible, resourceful, good at setting priorities and managing complexity, a good decision-maker.  Submit your resume online: http://usa.visa.com/about_visa/careers/jobsearch/USA_6432.html
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> Online Marketing Manager - NYC

Develop and manage the execution of Internet marketing campaigns to acquire new registered users for our media properties and grow online revenues and profits, develop and execute web acquisition campaigns including email, banner, newsletter and other emerging online media tools. 2-5 years exp. in online sales and marketing, Knowledge of performance based marketing and email marketing. Excellent copywriting skills and creativity. Strong quantitative /analytical skills to analyze campaign data and provide implications, recommendations and testing plan; solid understanding of Excel required. BS/BA required. Email your resume as a word document to richardb@silvercarrot.com
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> Web Designer/E-Advocate - Alexandria, VA

National non-profit highway safety group seeks Web Designer/Manager of E- advocacy in Alexandria, VA. Experience (3-4 yrs) online journalism or designing and developing websites required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Competitive salary and benefits package including 401k. Email resume to: hiring@go21.org
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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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> iPath Technologies, Inc. Adds Juniper Netscreen Training to Curriculum

iPath Technologies, Inc., has added a new offering to its Juniper networking courses entitled Implementing Netscreen Security Gateways. INSG is valuable to network engineers, support personnel, resellers, and others who implement NetScreen products. For the latest course dates and locations, please visit http://www.ipath.net For information contact training@ipath.net
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