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o Report: Q1 2005 Online Ad Revenue Up 26% to $2.8 Billion
o EU Welcomes Antitrust Compliance Proposal from Microsoft
o AOL Gives Members Unlimited E-Mail Storage, Launches AIM Mail
o Sirius Satellite Radio Extends Exclusive Deal With Ford
o Report: Women Purchase 60% of All Cell Phone Games Sold
o U.S. Notebook Sales Surpass Desktops for First Time in May

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

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

o Briefly Noted: Virgin Mobile TV, Chrysalis Radio - song downloads, Intellivision Productions, NPOWR Digital Media, Vcommerce - Napster, The Orchard - ECD, Mag Rack, Clinton's "My Life" - Audiobook of the Year, MeeVee - NBC, "World of Warcraft" - China, Electronic Arts - "Medal of Honor: European Assault," Garage Games, Playlogic - Club iT, "Star Wars Galaxies" - in-game music ban, RatDVD, Bob Mould
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> Job/Event/Marketplace Classifieds:
--Sales Manager
--Digital Music Counsel
--Vice President/Media Director
--Sr. Product Manager
--Internal Communications/ Strategic HR Consultant
--Channel Sales Director
--IT Solutions and Services Sales - Financial/Insurance Vertical
--Information Architect
--Senior Java Developer
--Systems Engineer
--Sr. J2EE Developer
--Director, IT Planning and Program Management - Biotech
--Telecommunications Marketing Associate
--Strategic Communications Group Offers Blog Relations Counsel
--iPath Technologies, Inc. Adds Juniper Netscreen Training to Curriculum
 


o Report: Q1 2005 Online Ad Revenue Up 26% to $2.8 Billion

New York -- Internet ad revenue in the first quarter of 2005 grew 26% over the same period a year ago, to $2.8 billion, according to a report from the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) and PricewaterhouseCoopers. First quarter ad sales were also up 4.3% compared with the fourth quarter of 2004, and represented the highest ad revenue in nine consecutive growth quarters. The report cited a larger online audience -- specifically broadband in the home -- in tandem with an increasingly fragmented TV audience, for the increase. "Marketers continue to recognize the relevance of interactive as an integral part of their marketing mix," said IAB president and CEO Greg Stuart. "The continued and steady growth we have experienced over the past 2 years is a clear indication that this medium delivers results and is fast becoming accepted as part of the mainstream."
http://www.iab.net/news/pr_2005_6_6.asp 
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o EU Welcomes Antitrust Compliance Proposal from Microsoft

Brussels -- The European Commission on Monday welcomed a proposal from Microsoft that could soon lead to the resolution of a protracted antitrust dispute between the U.S.-based software giant and the EU. "I am happy that Microsoft has recognized certain principles which must underlie its implementation of the Commission's decision," EU Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes said, adding that the Commission would now consult with industry players about the proposals. In a landmark ruling against Microsoft last March, the Commission fined the company 487 million euro for abusing its market position and ordered it to offer a version of its Windows operating systems sans Media Player. What's more, the Commission ordered Microsoft to share protocol information with rivals. A decision on whether Microsoft has complied with the ruling could come in a matter of weeks, officials said.
http://makeashorterlink.com/?B22D2143B 
http://tinyurl.com/d947n 
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o AOL Gives Members Unlimited E-Mail Storage, Launches AIM Mail

Dulles, Va. -- Attempting to gain an edge on rivals Google, Yahoo and MSN, America Online on Monday became the first online service to offer unlimited email storage to its members. With the move, AOL members using nearly 80 million AOL Mail accounts will be able to save and store an unlimited number of emails, attachments and folders on the company's servers. "Our members will be able to keep every single message and attachment they ever receive, if they wish," said Mark Greatrex, the executive vice president of access marketing for AOL. Also on Monday, AOL officially launched its free, web-based email service, known as AIM Mail. The service features two gigabytes of storage. AOL launched a test version of the service in early May.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/050606/america_online_free_e_mail.html?.v=3 
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o Sirius Satellite Radio Extends Exclusive Deal With Ford

New York -- Sirius Satellite Radio, a provider of subscription satellite radio programming, announced on Monday that it has extended its exclusive agreement with Ford Motor Company, which will now offer Sirius as an option on all of its brands in the U.S. Under the deal, which now extends through 2011, Ford will also increase the number of models for which it offers factory-installed Sirius receivers.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050606/nym141.html 
http://www.sirius.com 
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o Report: Women Purchase 60% of All Cell Phone Games Sold

San Francisco -- Women are purchasing more cell phone games than men, according to a survey of 30,000 mobile phone bills conducted by San Francisco-based market research firm Telephia. During the three months of February through April 2005, Telephia estimates 6.3 million people -- or 3.5% of the 180 million cell phone users in the U.S. -- purchased at least one mobile game. While women make up roughly half of U.S. cell phone owners, the firm found they purchased 60% of all mobile games. Among game titles, publisher Jamdat Mobile's "Downtown Texas Hold'em," "Tetris," "Bejeweled" and "Bowling" were the top sellers. Telephia found that while the puzzle game "Bejeweled" attracted three times as many purchases from women, "Buzztime" -- a trivia game popular in sports bars -- was purchased by twice as many men as women.
http://www.telephia.com 
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o U.S. Notebook Sales Surpass Desktops for First Time in May

San Diego -- For the first time in U.S. history, retail sales of notebook computers surpassed those of desktops in May, according to research firm Current Analysis. Notebook sales grew from 45.9% of the total PC retail market in May 2004 to 53.3% of last month. "The past few months have seen an increase in the number of retail notebook players, with lesser-known value players Acer and Medion gaining shelf space at major retailers such as Best Buy, Circuit City and CompUSA," said analyst Sam Bhavnani. "In addition, notebook pricing has dropped considerably." Prices, in fact, have fallen an average of 17% over the past year. The firm said that notebooks nearly topped desktops in August 2004, on the strength of intense back–to-school advertising by Toshiba.
http://www.currentanalysis.com 

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>DMW Events:
 



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

For more information click here
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> PwC Global Entertainment and Media Outlook: 2004-2008 

PricewaterhouseCoopers Global Entertainment and Media Outlook: 2004-2008 is the leading global entertainment and media industry forecast, including in-depth global analyses and five-year growth projections for 14 industry segments covering every major global region. The complete 550-page book, is available in print or electronic format. The 50 page "Global Overview" (available in print or electronic format)or any of the 14 individual industry segment chapters (electronic format only) can be purchased separately for $95. For sample content and to order, click here.
 

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o Briefly Noted:

(London) U.K. wireless carrier Virgin Mobile announced that it has partnered with BT Livetime to launch a four-month trial of a new mobile phone TV service with 1,000 London residents. The service will utilize the DAB digital radio network to broadcast Sky Sports News, Sky News and a new 50-channel music network called Blaze with to U.K. mobile phones. It will also feature a mobile electronic program guide to inform users of what is available for viewing at any time. Fellow U.K. wireless carriers Orange UK and O2 have also recently launched trials of mobile TV services.
http://about.virginmobile.com/about/media/news/corporate/2005/2005-06-02 

(London) U.K. broadcaster Chrysalis Radio plans to launch a new service that will eventually allow listeners to purchase tracks heard on-air via their cell phones. In partnership with Motorola, Chrysalis Radio's Galaxy station will initially offer tracks as part of special artist promotions, before later offering the ability for radio listeners to text the station and purchase a song they just heard, and have it delivered to their cell phone or PC.
http://tinyurl.com/bqqfm
http://www.chrysalis.com 

(Los Angeles) Intellivision Productions, owner of the rights to the classic 1980's video game console, announced on Monday that it has expanded its scope with the launch of a record label, Intellivision Music, and apparel and accessories line, Intellivision Gear. The company said that the first signing to Intellivision Music, which will release music inspired by, or created with, classic video game systems, is a band called 8 Bit Weapon.
http://www.intellivisionlives.com 

(Los Angeles) NPOWR Digital Media on Monday announced plans to launch a broadband video entertainment network in October. The stimTV network will stream seven-to-ten-second preview video clips of content ranging from music videos, movie trailers and celebrity interviews to director commentary, concert highlights and behind-the-scenes footage, enabling viewers to decide whether to watch the full-length clip. The company said it has so far signed agreements with 23 record labels to include their content. Los Angeles-based NPOWR's management team includes founding CAA president Rowland Perkins and former MCA/Universal vice president James N. Fiedler.
http://www.stimtv.com/npowr

(Scottsdale, Ariz) Vcommerce Corporation announced on Monday that Napster is using its services to sell MP3 players and other products from its U.S. and U.K. websites. Arizona-based Vcommerce will provide merchandising, site design, order processing, customer service, drop-ship fulfillment and returns management for the online stores, which are accessible from a "Shop Napster" link.
http://www.vcommerce.com
http://shop.napster.com 

(New York) The Orchard, a digital distributor of independent music, announced on Monday that it has partnered with Chinese digital music distributor ECD, to offer ECD's catalog of over 100,000 Chinese popular music tracks through its network of digital retailers. ECD sells digital music downloads from multi-purpose public kiosks in China. Under the agreement, ECD and The Orchard will also collaborate on A&R and marketing partnerships to promote Chinese and American artists.
http://www.theorchard.com
http://www.ecd.com.hk 

(New York) Mag Rack, a unit of Rainbow Media that develops magazine-format video-on-demand programming, said on Monday that it will debut a new women's video-on-demand series, "Mama Gena's School of Womanly Arts," on August 4. The 20-episode series will help women "learn to flirt, date, fall in love, have dynamite sex and their way with the world outside their bedroom by discovering the power of their sensuality."
http://www.mamagenas.com
http://www.magrack.com 

(McLean, Va.) The Audio Publishers Association (APA) announced on Monday that it bestowed its Audiobook of the Year award on "My Life," former president Bill Clinton's memoir, during an event over the weekend. The APA estimates the current audiobook market to be $800 million.
http://www.audiopub.org

(Burlingame, Calif.) MeeVee, a provider of Internet search and recommendation technologies, said on Monday that it has signed an agreement with the NBC Television Network, which will provide video clips of its shows for MeeVee's TV program guide. Burlingame, Calif.-based MeeVee's service lets users search video-enhanced TV listings and receive recommendations based on their viewing preferences.
http://www.meevee.com 

(Irvine, Calif.) Blizzard Entertainment, a video game publishing unit of Vivendi Universal, on Monday announced that it has launched its "World of Warcraft" massively multiplayer online game in China. The company partnered with local publisher The9 to operate and manage the title in China; a beta test saw a peak of 500,000 concurrent players. Blizzard has sold more than 800,000 copies of the game thus far in North America, Australia and New Zealand.
http://www.blizzard.com
http://www.wowchina.com 

(Redwood City, Calif.) Video game publisher Electronic Arts on Monday shipped its "Medal of Honor: European Assault" title for PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube to retailers. Developed at EA Los Angeles, the game's script was penned writer/director John Milius ("Apocalypse Now," "Red Dawn").
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050606/65480.html
http://www.moh.ea.com 

(Eugene, Ore.) Garage Games, a video game publisher and game development technology provider, announced on Monday that it has named Mark Frohnmayer as its new president. Frohnmayer replaces Jeff Tunnell, who stepped down to focus on game development. Oregon-based Garage Games said upcoming projects include a casual game title and a downloadable game for the Xbox 360.
http://www.garagegames.com 

(Amsterdam) Dutch video game developer Playlogic International announced on Monday that it has signed an agreement with Tokyo-based Club iT Corporation, a unit of Softbank Broadmedia, to include all of its game titles on Club iT's G-cluster games-on-demand platform for broadband networks. Initially, Playlogic's "World Racing 2," "Knights of the Temple II," "Gene Troopers" and "Xyanide" will be offered on digital cable and IPTV set-top boxes, PC and 3G mobile phones serviced by G-cluster.
http://www.playlogicgames.com
http://www.g-cluster.com
http://www.clubit.co.jp 

(San Francisco) Wired News on Monday reported on game developer LucasArts' decision to prohibit players of its online multiplayer title "Star Wars Galaxies" from creating original music within the game. "If we allowed someone to play anything they want, they could play a song by Madonna and then we'd have licensing issues," Julio Torres, a producer at LucasArts, told Wired News. "We don't want to give them the option to try, because the bottom line is, if we open that gate, they will go through it."
http://www.wired.com/news/digiwood/0,1412,67720,00.html 

(San Francisco) CNET News.com recently reported on RatDVD, a new software application that enables users to compress an entire DVD -- including menus, bonus features, and multiple audio and subtitle tracks -- into a single file. The format is growing in popularity on file-sharing networks, replacing existing DVD files that offer only a digital version of the film. "I don't know what people will use it for; that's an individual decision," a RatDVD programmer, who asked to remain anonymous, told News.com. "I don't think the program does anything illegal, although it certainly could be used illegally."
http://tinyurl.com/ctbw4
http://www.ratdvd.dk/index.htm 

(Washington, D.C.) Musician Bob Mould, formerly of Husker Du and Sugar, sounded off recently on the availability of his new album on several websites for free in advance of its release in stores on July 26. "For the record: this project has taken me 3 years (on and off) to complete, with a price tag of around $50,000," Mould wrote, in a post on his blog. "Paying musicians, engineers, recording studios, travel costs, mastering, graphic designers, calling in tons of favors. Upgrading equipment, legal and management fees. There was no evil label paying these costs -- I write the checks. I get paid on records sold… I'm happy people are as excited about the record as I was when I finished it. Just don't be taking food off my table, OK?"
http://tinyurl.com/e2pdz

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> Classifieds -- Advertise

> Sales Manager

Muze Inc. offers an exciting career opportunity to sell products and services, and manage a growing sales staff for this industry leader in entertainment product information and e-commerce services. This high visibility position is responsible for identifying and negotiating customer and business relationships with an emphasis on e-commerce, data licensing and consultative sales. Position is also responsible for managing and mentoring the sales team, including hiring and training, sales forecasting and territory plans. Successful candidates must have 5-7 years sales and sales mgnt experience, preferably in the e-commerce, internet, cable, communications or home entertainment media industries. BA in a related field, excellent sales, presentation and interpersonal skills required. This position reports to the SVP of Sales & Client Services offers competitive salary and benefits in a casual Soho setting.  Please forward confidential resume & salary history to:
Humanresource@muze.com, fax # 212/824-0422. www.muze.com.
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> Digital Music Counsel

RealNetworks is seeking a lawyer to focus on its digital music business, including Rhapsody, RealPlayer Store, RadioPass, RollingStone.com and mobile music services. Duties include negotiating and drafting content licensing agreements with record labels and music publishers & distribution, marketing and promotion agreements with broadband service providers, websites, etc. Candidate must have IP background, JD w/ 5-8 years legal exp., pref in new media licensing, admission to at least one state bar.  Apply on-line at www.real.com
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> Vice President/Media Director - Boston

Our client, one of the top interactive and analytical data marketing firms in their space, is searching for a Vice President / Media Director. Candidates should have at least 10 years of strategic media planning experience, large team management and strong client relationship building experience. P&L responsibility along with new business media lead pitch & win experience is required. The client will pay for full relocation for the right candidate. Reports to EVP/ Media. Boston. Requires relocation to Boston. Send resumes to dhonig@market- search.net
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> Sr. Product Manager - Walnut Creek

The Product Manager is the worldwide owner of assigned products throughout the product life cycle, including market analysis, definition of feature requirements, product positioning, competitive analysis, partner identification, and product launch. Require: 5 years enterprise software or hardware appliance product mgmt, understanding of IT environments in general and network troubleshooting in particular, strong communication and writing skills, strong strategic and analytical skills, ability to work in and foster a collaborative team, BS/BA required, MS/MBA preferred. Visit http://www.wildpackets.com Send resumes to hr2005@wildpackets.com
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> Internal Communications/ Strategic HR Consultant

Innovative and fast-growing strategic communications firm is seeking an exceptional internal communications Campaign Director responsible for the strategy and day-to-day execution of high-visibility communication projects. Contract Position. Min 3 to 5 years internal communications exp. Organizational development, change mgmt, and HR exp. Branding and communications design exp. Project mgmt exp. with emphasis on delivering projects on-time and on budget. Willingness to travel throughout US and Europe, possibly as much as 50 percent of the time. Highly motivated, dynamic personality. Send resumes to jobs@bonfiresf.com Visit http://www.bonfirecommunications.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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> 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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