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Report: Decline in Average Price for CDs is Accelerating
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Viacom Loses Second Top Executive In a Week
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Friendster Names Former NBC President as New CEO
o EDGAR
Online Raises $5.5 Million in Public Offering
o Microsoft Cancels Anticipated
Japanese Xbox Title
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Briefly Noted: Harris
Corporation - HD Radio, Toshiba - 60GB microdrive, Alibris, Ubisoft
- "The Political Machine," Zone4Play - Game Universe, Electronic
Arts - "Madden NFL 2005 Collector's Edition," Blue Lava Wireless -
G-mode, Game Initiative - Maryland event, Retro video games,
Web-based "sprite" comics
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Job/Event/Marketplace Classifieds:
--Senior Financial Analyst
--Inside Sales Reps Needed
--Sr. Product Manager
--Federal Business Development
--IT Recruiter
--Technical Recruiter
--PricewaterhouseCoopers' Entertainment and Media Outlook
--Position Your Company for Success - with Technology PR Experts
--Innovative Technologies to Link Project
--Interoperability: Solutions and Best Practices, June 24 -
Orlando, FL
--Preserving the Benefits of Open Source While Managing Risks -
June 29
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o Report: Decline in Average Price
for CDs is Accelerating
Port Washington, N.Y. -- A recent decline in the average price
consumers pay for CD albums appears to be accelerating, reaching a
new low of $13.29 in the first quarter of 2004, according to data
from New York-based market research firm NPD Group. The price point
dropped nearly 4% from the average CD price in the first quarter of
2003, while in the previous year the average price dropped only
2.5%. In 2002, the average price was $13.90. The report noted that
titles 18-months old or older now cost on average $12.99, and also
that prices at mass merchandisers like Wal-Mart and Target fell by
5% over the past year. "The recording industry has had to deal with
a changing market over the past few years, which was fueled in part
by file-sharing," said NPD Music president Russ Crupnick. "Everyone
also recognizes the increasing competition for entertainment
dollars, as DVDs and video games are growing at double digit rates.
Record labels are diligently trying to respond to consumer feedback
about high CD prices, and to the relative value of music."
http://www.npd.com/press/releases/press_040603.htm
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o Viacom Loses
Second Top Executive In a Week
New York -- Media conglomerate Viacom, which owns CBS, MTV
Networks and Paramount Pictures, announced on Thursday the second
departure of a top executive this week, as Jonathan Dolgen, chairman
of Viacom Entertainment Group, said he will leave the company in
July. Earlier this week, Viacom CEO Mel Karmazin announced his
resignation, with chairman Sumner Redstone saying he will also leave
within three years. Dolgen was responsible for overseeing Viacom's
Paramount Pictures, Paramount TV, Simon & Schuster, Famous Players
and Paramount Parks divisions. "Due to the recently announced
changes in Viacom's management structure, the time was right for me
to step aside," said Dolgen. "It has been a privilege to work with
Sumner Redstone for more than a decade and to have participated in
the growth and success of Viacom."
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040602/nyw200_1.html
http://www.viacom.com
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o Friendster
Names Former NBC President as New CEO
Mountain View, Calif. -- Friendster, a social networking site
with over seven million members, announced on Thursday that it has
named former NBC Entertainment president Scott Sassa as its new CEO.
Former CEO and company founder Jonathan Abrams will remain company
chairman. Sassa served as president of NBC for the past three years,
and also helped launch seven networks within Turner Entertainment
Group, including TNT and Cartoon Network. "Over the past several
months, Friendster has been building the foundation for a strong
advertising model, and we believe Scott will be instrumental in
helping the company develop a great business," said Tim Koogle,
former CEO of Yahoo and Friendster board member and investor.
http://www.friendster.com
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o EDGAR Online
Raises $5.5 Million in Public Offering
Norwalk, Conn. -- EDGAR Online, a provider of online financial
information on public companies, has completed a public offering of
stock, raising a total of about $5.5 million. The offering was
priced at $2 a unit, each unit consisting of two shares of common
stock and one warrant to purchase common stock. EDGAR makes
financial information and a variety of analysis tools available
through online subscriptions and licensing agreements to
professionals in financial institutions, corporations and law firms.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040601/15968_1.html
http://www.edgar-online.com
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o Microsoft
Cancels Anticipated Japanese Xbox Title
Tokyo -- Microsoft said on Thursday that it is shelving "True
Fantasy Live Online," an anticipated massively multiplayer online
roleplaying game that the company thought would spur sluggish Xbox
sales in Japan, Reuters reported. Microsoft has still only sold
500,000 consoles in Japan, compared with 15 million PlayStation 2
consoles and 3.2 million GameCubes, according to Japanese gamer
magazine Enterbrain. Microsoft terminated development on "True
Fantasy" after several launch delays and over three years of
development by Level 5. "This is very disappointing, but we couldn't
go through with another delay in the launch date," a Microsoft
spokeswoman told Reuters.
http://biz.yahoo.com/rc/040603/tech_microsoft_game_1.html
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/tflo
http://www.level5.co.jp/english/products/new/tflo
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> DMW Events:
Washington
Digital Media
Conference
June 18,
2004
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Washington, DC
Register online or by Phone
www.digitalmediaconference.com
323-822-0936
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Caroline Little - CEO,
Washingtonpost.Newsweek Interactive
Doug
Lowenstein - President, Entertainment Software Association
Mitch Glazier - SVP,
Gov. Relations & Legislative Counsel, RIAA
FEATURED SPEAKERS
William Allman - SVP & GM,
Interactive New Media, Discovery Networks
Aileen Atkins - SVP, Business Affairs, Napster
Larry Blosser - Of Counsel, Gray Cary
Pat Breslin - CEO,
Relatable
Jeff Briggs - Founder, President & CEO, Firaxis Games
Matt Bromberg - Vice President & GM, AOL Games
Jeffrey Bronikowski - Vice President, eLabs, Universal
Music Group
Ron Chaimowitz - President & CEO, PlayTV Inc.
David Del
Beccaro - President & CEO,
Music Choice
Allison Dollar - Co-President,
Interactive Television Alliance
Tim Dunne - VP, Digital Media,
Nextel Communications, Inc.
Gerald Gordon -
President & CEO, Fairfax County Economic Dev. Authority
Rags Gupta - COO, Live365
Stewart Halpern - Managing Dir., Digital Entertainment
Research, RBC Capital
Bill Holland - Washington Bureau Chief, Billboard Magazine
Mark Jacobs - CEO, Mythic Entertainment
Marc Juris - President, Fuse (a subsidiary of
Rainbow Media Holdings LLC)
Scott Kauffman - CEO, MusicNow
Kevin Lapidus - General Counsel,
YellowBrix, Inc.
David Leibowitz - Managing Partner, CH Potomac
Lon Levin - SVP, Regulatory Affairs,
XM Satellite Radio Holdings, Inc.
David Levine - CEO, Butterfly.net
David Lipsey - VP, Media & Entertainment, Artesia
Karen Litsinger - VP & Associate
General Counsel, America Online, Inc.
Lydia Loizides - Analyst,
Media & Ent., Ziff Brothers Investments
Adrian McAloon - Director of Marketing, Ztango
Chris McAndrews - SVP & General Manager,
Nationalgeographic.com
Patrick McQuown - President, Proteus
Mark Myers - Vice President of
Strategic Alliances, Convera
David Oxenford - Partner, Shaw Pittman
Jonathan Potter - Executive Director, Digital Media
Association
Larry Rebich - VP of Program
Acquisition & Market Dev., SIRIUS Satellite Radio
Wayne Rosso - CEO, Optisoft, SL (former President of
Grokster)
Laurence Roth - VP, Mktg & Bus.
Dev./Co-Founder, Cinea (Dolby
Labs subsidiary)
Warren Schlichting - Vice President, New Business Strategy,
Comcast
Ned Sherman - CEO & Co-Founder, Digital Media Wire
Paul Sherman - President & Publisher, Tech Wire Media Group
Sherrese Smith - Assoc. Gen. Counsel,
Washingtonpost.Newsweek Interactive
Yoav Tzruya - VP of Technologies &
Markets Strategy, Exent
Technologies
Debbie Weil - Publisher, WordBiz Report
Michael Weiss -
CEO, StreamCast Networks (owner, Morpheus P2P
software)
Gabe Zichermann - VP, Strategy & Communications, Trymedia
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
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
conferences, please contact Tinzar Than, VP, Marketing & Events,
Digital Media Wire, Inc. at:
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o Briefly Noted: (Cincinnati)
Harris Corporation, a maker of broadcast communications equipment,
announced on Thursday that it has developed a more efficient means
for FM radio stations to transmit a digital signal using iBiquity
Digital's HD Radio technology. The company said its Split-Level
Combining System can reduce a station's energy costs up to 25%,
through the use of a new common-amplification FM/HD Radio
transmitter.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040602/flw011_1.html
http://www.broadcast.harris.com
(Tokyo) Japanese electronics firm Toshiba announced that it will
release a new higher-capacity version of its 1.8-inch microdrive,
which is used in products including Apple's popular iPod music
player. The 60GB drive is slated for release by the fall.
http://www.toshiba.com
(Emeryville, Calif.) Alibris, provider of an online marketplace
for used, new, rare and out-of-print books, on Thursday said the
company has now signed over 200 publishers to its small publisher
and press program. The company said it also recently passed the $5
million mark in new book sales, a program it launched in June 2002.
Emeryville, Calif.-based Alibris offers an inventory of 40 million
titles from over 5,000 independent booksellers.
http://www.alibris.com
(San Francisco) Game publisher Ubisoft announced that it has
signed an agreement with developer Stardock Entertainment to publish
"The Political Machine," a PC title that lets users become the 2004
presidential campaign manager for either George Bush or John Kerry.
In the game, which is in beta testing but due for release in the
summer, players must execute fundraising events across the country,
represent their candidate in the media and perform other simulated
campaign manager duties.
http://www.politicalmachine.com/forums.asp?MID=122&CMID=122&AID=17193
http://www.ubisoft.com
(Wilmington, Del.) Game developer Zone4Play said on Thursday that
it has partnered with Game Universe, a skill games online network,
to develop an interactive TV games application to distribute Game
Universe's play-for-cash skill games to U.S. digital cable and
satellite TV providers. Delaware-based Zone4Play will initially
offer an iTV channel with six skill games and a fantasy sports
title. Game Universe's titles are also distributed on Microsoft's
Zone.com and Disney's Go.com.
http://www.skilljam.com
http://www.zone4play.com
(Redwood City, Calif.) Video game developer Electronic Arts said
on Thursday it will release a special collector's edition of "Madden
NFL 2005" for PlayStation 2 alongside the regular version, scheduled
to ship in August. The special edition will include playable classic
versions of Madden from the 16-bit and early PlayStation eras; a
Madden trivia challenge; historical playoff teams from the past 15
years with their authentic uniforms; and a behind-the-scenes look at
the game franchise.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040603/35231_1.html
http://www.ea.com
(Honolulu) Mobile game publisher Blue Lava Wireless announced on
Thursday a cross-licensing agreement with Japanese game publisher
G-mode. Hawaii-based Blue Lava will distribute games like "Tetris"
through G-mode, whose games are available through Vodafone, NTT
DoCoMo and au in Japan.
http://www.bluelavawireless.com
http://www.g-mode.co.jp/en
(Austin) The Game Initiative, an Austin-based video game events
producer, said on Thursday that it will host a conference and resume
workshop on how break into the video game industry in Chevy Chase,
Maryland on June 26. The event will be sponsored by the Baltimore
County Department of Economic Development and the Maryland
Department of Business and Economic Development.
http://www.gameconferences.com/maryland
http://www.thegameinitiative.com
(New York) The New York Times on Thursday reported on the
burgeoning market for retro video games, including the re-release of
old titles on new consoles, and new products like Jakks Pacific's TV
Games, which put several retro titles onto a standalone,
plug-and-play console. "You never get tired of playing Monopoly or
Stratego or hearts," Eugene Jarvis, a developer on classic games
like "Defender" and "Robotron 2084," told The Times. "If you look at
the very cream of the crop of the video game medium of the early
'80s, there's probably 20 games there that will be fun forever."
http://www.nytimes.com/2004/06/03/technology/circuits/03clas.html
(San Francisco) Wired News on Thursday reported on the growing
number of Web-based comics that, instead of original art, use the
pixilated characters -- or, "sprites" -- from classic video games as
their characters. Over 1,200 such comics now exist, and while the
game publishers who own copyrights to the characters are aware of
their existence, none so far have stepped in to enforce their
copyrights and take down any of the sprite comics.
http://www.wired.com/news/culture/0,1284,63691,00.html
http://www.bobandgeorge.com
http://www.nuklearpower.com/latest.php
http://psychodrone.com/screwthesecomics/VFBLOSC.txt
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Classifieds: > Senior Financial Analyst
Online Resources, a leading provider of online banking to
financial institutions across the United States is looking for a
Sr. Financial Analyst to track & analyze monthly revenues &
expenses against budget; support management in the annual budget
process; review/report corporate performance metrics to Sr. Mgmt;
assist in the preparation of financial forecasts that will be
used by Sr. Mgmt to make strategic business decisions. Send
resumes to wnewman@orcc.com
Visit http://www.orcc.com
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> Inside Sales Reps Needed
Put the coffee down! If you know what this means and you are an
experienced inside sales rep, we should meet. We don't have the
Glengarry Leads, but we do have Aptela, a service that is
changing business communications, and has proven magnificently
saleable. We offer a compensation package that certainly beats a
set of steak knives. If you can close business over the phone,
please submit your resume to
sales@aptela.com No calls please. Heck, we may even buy you a
cup of coffee.
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> Sr. Product Manager
Responsibilities: Develop and drive the product vision, product
plans and product management framework for the ARC DC product
line. Lead the cross-functional product management team in the
mgmt of product portfolio analysis, product development and
release schedules and feature list mgmt. through all aspects of
the product planning process. Require: Min. 7 yrs in the airline
industry with exp. in: Product Mgmt or project mgmt in : Airline
Marketing, Sales, Revenue Mgmt, Pricing, or Finance. Strong
leadership and team building skills. Must have at least a BA/BS
in business or technical field. Send resumes to
jobs@arccorp.com
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> Federal Business Development
Successful candidates must possess 5 plus years in major account
sales of computer related systems or software of which 3 plus
years selling information technology services to corporate and
government clients. Salary to 90k plus 150 comp plan. MD, DC, VA.
Strong Federal Government Exp Clearance Pref. Send resumes to
mark@allandavidrecruiters.com
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> IT Recruiter
Our client is a $1 Billion IT consulting firm with local offices
in Tysons Corner, VA. Seeking an IT recruiter to help scout
talent for open IT requirements. 2-3 yrs of IT recruiting
experience is desired but not required. 1-5 years of some type of
recruiting experience is required, can be from contract or perm,
IT or Acctg/Fin, or any professional level placements. Must have
agency experience, comp is half base half commissions. Send
resumes to
brock_boyd@cmicareers.com
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> Technical Recruiter
ProLink is seeking energetic Technical Recruiters with past exp.
sourcing, screening & qualifying IT professionals. Min. 3 plus
yrs of recruiting exp. using Internet recruiting tools,
networking & direct headhunting skills; Proven track record
recruiting from the systems integration consulting industry and
through your established network; Effective negotiation and
closing skills. EOE offering a competitive compensation and
benefit package. Send resumes to
resumes@prolinkservices.com
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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).
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> Position Your Company for Success - with Technology PR Experts
How well are you positioned vs. your competition? Ask Parker
Communications. We deliver compelling value in high tech PR with
high quality services, big league results, and hands-on,
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experts who create it. Free consultation. Call Steve Parker at
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sparker@parkercomms.com Visit
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> Innovative Technologies to Link Project
Mgmt. with Project Accounting Learn how you can use shared data
to enable project teams to accurately estimate and manage jobs,
and in accordance, allow accounting to efficiently control costs
and account for budgets. Attend our web seminar from the comfort
of your own office! Register online at
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1-800-886-3369 x4618. Send inquiries to
jd@ssiconsulting.com
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> Interoperability: Solutions and Best Practices, June 24 -
Orlando, FL
Are you trying to reach the first responders marketplace?
Showcase your Interoperability solution to potential buyers,
Government Procurement /Acquisition officials, at this event.
Dereck Orr, Chief of Staff for the SAFECOM project, DHS and Gary
Rogers, Program Manager, DHS - ODP will keynote. Register at
http://www.aeanet.org/events/fljs_tdc062404.asp Send
inquiries to
jennifer_gabriel@aeanet.org
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> Preserving the Benefits of Open Source While Managing Risks -
June 29
Open Source Risk Management, LLC presents, Preserving the
Benefits of Open Source While Managing Risks Seminar on June 29,
2004. Whether new to Open Source or an early adopter, gain
valuable knowledge to mitigate the risks of Open Source Software
while preserving its unique benefits. Get answers to these
questions and more: How should legal staff and developers work
together? What Best Practices should I consider adopting? What
does the current Open Source related litigation mean for my
company? To Register :
http://www.osriskmanagement.com/training.shtml For
more details:
training@osriskmanagement.com
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