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June 13, 2005 -- About Us | Advertise | Events | Subscribe | Unsubscribe

Main Stories
o Report: No Strong Causal Link Between File-Sharing, Music Industry Slump
o Clear Channel Seeks Proposals for New Radio Ratings System
o Snocap Opens Legal P2P Song Registry to Independent Labels, Artists
o SoundExchange to Collect $40 Million in Digital Royalties in 2005
o Sirius Satellite Radio Plans to Add Data, Video Services
o London Live 8 Concert Ticket Lottery Sets Text-Message World Record
o U.K.-Based Online DVD Rental Firm Video Island Raises $9 Million
o IMAX to Open 24 Theaters in China by 2008
o Interactive Ad Technology Firm Right Media Raises $7.25 Million

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

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o Briefly Noted: XM NavTraffic, Harry Fox Agency - Clear Channel Instant Live, Vodafone - Extreme Sports Channel, IMAKE - Alticast, THQ - "Juiced," Electronic Arts, Square Enix, Jakks Pacific - "Miss Spider's Sunny Patch Friends," Bandai Networks, McDonald's - DVD rentals, Online poker-playing robots
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--Project Manager
--IT Workers Assert Their Rights To Overtime Pay
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--Digital Music Counsel
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--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
--Strategic Communications Group Offers Blog Relations Counsel
--iPath Technologies, Inc. Adds Juniper Netscreen Training to Curriculum
 


o Report: No Strong Causal Link Between File-Sharing, Music Industry Slump

Paris -- In a report issued on Monday, an European economic authority downplayed the role of Internet file-sharing in the recording industry's 20% revenue slump between 1999 and 2003. The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) said it is difficult to establish a causal relationship between file-sharing and lost CD sales, adding that illegal CD copying and other factors may have played a role. The report concludes that the industry should do more to embrace licensed file-sharing and other new forms of digital music distribution. While online music sales currently account for just 1-2% of overall music industry revenue, OECD predicts this figure will rise to 5-10% by 2008. The report goes on to criticize the current range of incompatible audio and digital rights management formats, which it said face concerns over transparency, privacy and restrictive usage terms that deny fair uses. It also underlined the importance of government actions in addressing Internet piracy.
http://tinyurl.com/7gpyj
http://www.wired.com/news/digiwood/0,1412,67820,00.html
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o Clear Channel Seeks Proposals for New Radio Ratings System

San Antonio -- Clear Channel Communications, the nation's largest radio station operator, said on Monday that it is seeking proposals for a new radio audience ratings system, to replace the current radio diary system run by Arbitron. The company cited a number of recent studies it says show that radio "offers better performance and more value for advertisers' dollars" than the numbers culled by Arbitron's personal radio diaries. "The accuracy and credibility of the diary method has come under increasing skepticism over the past several years," the company said, adding that Arbitron will also be asked to participate in its request for proposals. "Radio is a powerful, effective medium whose influence and reach have been underreported and diluted," said Clear Channel Radio CEO John Hogan. "In discussions with other radio groups, it's become clear that a different approach is needed to find an industry-wide solution. We want to investigate those options."
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050613/135240.html
http://www.clearchannel.com
http://www.arbitron.com
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o Snocap Opens Legal P2P Song Registry to Independent Labels, Artists

San Francisco -- Snocap, a digital music venture founded by Napster creator Shawn Fanning to serve as a digital registry and identification service for online songs, announced on Monday that it has begun allowing independent artists and record labels to register their songs in its database. All of the major record labels except for Warner have begun registering their songs with Snocap, which hopes to license its database to peer-to-peer file-sharing networks so that only authorized copyrighted files may be exchanged -- on the copyright holder's terms. Independent labels including TVT, Ryko, Artemis and Nettwerk have now also begun to register songs with Snocap.
http://www.snocap.com/press/releases/?id=6
http://tinyurl.com/9upem
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o SoundExchange to Collect $40 Million in Digital Royalties in 2005

Boston -- SoundExchange, the recording industry entity set up to collect satellite and webcasting royalty fees and distribute them to artists and copyright holders, expects to collect $40 million in royalties in 2005, executive director John Simson told the Boston Herald. SoundExchange is currently distributing $5.2 million in royalties from the period of 1996-2000, and while 15,000 artists have registered with SoundExchange, some 30,000 others owed royalties still haven't -- including performers such as Mark Wahlberg, the Lemonheads and Boston. "It's important that artists sign up now or they're going to lose out on royalties already collected on their behalf… The deadline is July," SoundExchange's Simson told the Herald.
http://thetrack.bostonherald.com/moreTrack/view.bg?articleid=89151
http://www.soundexchange.com
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o Sirius Satellite Radio Plans to Add Data, Video Services

New York -- Sirius Satellite Radio announced on Monday that it has implemented technology to increase its network capacity by 25%, which will allow it to expand its subscription radio programming service to include data and video services. New York-based Sirius said future radios will be equipped with the new "hierarchical modulation" technology so they can receive the new data and video services, expected to launch in the second half of 2006. Sirius rival XM Satellite Radio already offers some data services to its four million subscribers, such as one that provides local traffic information.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050613/nym012.html
http://www.siriusradio.com
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o London Live 8 Concert Ticket Lottery Sets Text-Message World Record

London -- The Guinness Book of Records announced on Monday that a world record for text-messaging was set when users sent over 2 million text messages in a bid to win tickets to the upcoming Live 8 concert in London, a benefit for African nations at which Pink Floyd, U2, Madonna, Elton John and Paul McCartney are scheduled to perform. Would-be concertgoers sent a total of 2,060,285 text messages, at a cost of about $2.70 each to send, raising over $5.4 million for charity. The previous record of 726,875 text-messages was set by users pledging to the Disasters Emergency Committee's online fundraiser for victims of the New Year Asian Tsunami.
http://tinyurl.com/b8d22
http://www.live8live.com
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o U.K.-Based Online DVD Rental Firm Video Island Raises $9 Million

London -- Video Island, a U.K.-based online DVD rental firm, announced that it has raised more than $9 million in new debt funding. European Venture Partners (EVP) led the round, with existing investors Benchmark Capital, Cazenove Private Equity and Index Ventures also participating. The new funding brings the company's total raised to date to more than $27 million. Video Island said it would use the funding to support its growth and market reach and expand its DVD library, already the largest in Europe with more than 32,000 titles. "Video Island has established itself as the dominant player in this market and has forged ahead of its rivals both in terms of market share and innovative approach," said EVP Partner Ross Ahlgren. "We are excited to team up with some of Europe's premier VCs to support the continuation of Video Island's impressive development."
http://makeashorterlink.com/?Y2851504B
http://www.videoisland.com
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o IMAX to Open 24 Theaters in China by 2008

Toronto -- IMAX Corporation, the large-format film exhibitor, announced on Monday that it plans to install 24 IMAX theaters in China by 2008. The company added that it has signed an agreement with Thai Tai Enterprises Co., Ltd., to open an IMAX theater in the city of Shenyang in the fourth quarter of 2007. "We identified China as a market of key strategic significance a number of years ago said IMAX co-CEOs and co-chairmen Richard L. Gelfond and Bradley J. Wechsler. "Hundreds of malls and multiplexes are being built across the country, and leading developers like Thai Tai Enterprises are incorporating IMAX theatres into their plans -- as a way to differentiate their sites from all surrounding competitors."
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050613/to138.html
http://www.imax.com
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o Interactive Ad Technology Firm Right Media Raises $7.25 Million

Menlo Park, Calif. -- Right Media, a New York-based developer of interactive advertising technology, said on Monday that it has raised a minimum of $7.25 million of venture capital from Redpoint Ventures. Founded two years ago, Right Media earlier this year launched its ad serving and management platform, which supports dynamic pricing. The technology is designed to improve results for advertisers and maximize the value of website ad inventory. This is Right Media's first round of venture capital. The company said that it will use the funds for research and development and to hire marketing and client service professionals.
http://www.redpoint.com/index.htm?action=view&oid=437
http://www.rightmedia.com

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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:

(Washington) XM Satellite Radio said on Monday that it plans to expand its XM NavTraffic satellite traffic information service to two new cities -- Orlando and Tampa, Florida -- on June 15. The service is already available in 20 other U.S. markets. Rival Sirius Satellite Radio on Monday announced plans to increase its network capacity to launch its own data broadcasting, as well as satellite video services.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050613/dcm013a.html
http://www.xmnavtraffic.com 

(New York) The Harry Fox Agency, which administers mechanical rights for U.S. recording artists and copyright holders, announced on Monday that radio station owner and concert promoter Clear Channel has entered into its "Express Live" mechanical licensing agreement. The deal secures the applicable rights for Clear Channel's Instant Live service, which records live performances and offers concertgoers live CD recordings and permanent digital downloads immediately following the show.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050613/135360.html
http://www.harryfox.com 

(London) U.K.-based Vodafone, the largest mobile phone company in the world, announced that it has forged a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) deal with the Extreme Sports Channel. The Extreme Group said it planned to launch ExtremeMob, a pre-paid mobile phone brand, sometime this fall, initially selling phones and mobile phone cards on its website before branching out into its 18 stores across the U.K.
http://www.extrememob.com

(Bethesda, Md.) IMAKE, a provider of software and services that help cable and other service providers deliver services like broadband digital media and video on-demand (VOD), said on Monday that it has partnered with Korean software firm Alticast to make and market open standards-based software for providers of VOD and interactive television services. The deal calls for the two companies to jointly integrate and sell their products.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050613/135022.html?.v=1

(Calabasas Hills, Calif.) Video game publisher THQ on Monday shipped its "Juiced" title for PlayStation 2, Xbox and the PC to retailers. The game was developed by U.K.-based Juice Games, and was previously set for release in September 2004 by the now-defunct publisher Acclaim; rights to the game were later acquired by THQ through Acclaim's bankruptcy process.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050613/lam032.html
http://www.juicegames.com 

(Redwood City, Calif.) Game developer Electronic Arts on Monday shipped its "GoldenEye: Rogue Agent" title for Nintendo DS to retailers. Licensed by MGM Interactive -- holder of the James Bond film copyrights -- and developed at EA Tiburon, the game enables multiplayer gameplay for up to eight players via a Wi-Fi Internet connection.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050613/135348.html 
http://www.goldeneye.ea.com

(Los Angeles) Japanese video game publisher Square Enix announced on Monday that it will ship its "Fullmetal Alchemist 2: Curse of the Crimson Elixir" title for PlayStation 2 to North American retailers on July 12. Developed by Osaka-based Racjin, the game is the second installment in the "Fullmetal" franchise, and follows the storyline of the anime series that airs on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim.
http://www.racjin.co.jp
http://na.square-enix.com/games/FMA2 

(Malibu, Calif.) Toymaker Jakks Pacific said on Monday that it has signed a license agreement with Nelvana Limited, to create a version of its TV Games plug-and-play video game product based on "Miss Spider's Sunny Patch Friends," which airs in the U.S. on the Nick Jr. cable TV network. The game is scheduled for release in the spring of 2006.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/050613/135180.html
http://www.jakkstvgames.com
http://www.nelvana.com
http://www.nickjr.com/home/shows/miss_spider/index.jhtml

(Tokyo) Japanese video game developer Bandai Networks announced on Monday that it has released a cell phone version of the board game "Othello," with French wireless carrier Bouygues Telecom. The carrier currently claims more than 1 million subscribers for its i-mode mobile content service.
http://www.bandai-net.com/english/pressrelease/top_20040428.html
http://www.bouyguestelecom.fr 

(San Francisco) Wired News on Monday reported on plans to expand the DVD rental service offered by fast food chain McDonald's. The company's Redbox subsidiary has already installed its DVD rental kiosks -- which offer titles for $1 per day -- at McDonald's locations in Denver, Minneapolis and four other markets, and plans to have 1,200 kiosks in 10 U.S. markets by the end of 2005.
http://www.wired.com/news/digiwood/0,1412,67817,00.html
http://www.redbox.com 

(Los Angeles) The Los Angeles Times recently reported on the efforts of some amateur programmers to create software "bots" that can skillfully play online poker games for money, reaping cash rewards for their creators. "In the future, robots are going to take over," Roger Gabriel, creator of poker bot software called BlackShark, told The Times. Next month, the world's first money tournament for poker-playing robots will be held in Las Vegas, offering a $100,000 prize.
http://tinyurl.com/cwzqc 

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> Project Manager

Cauldron Solutions, a leading provider of technology solutions that manage the production, distribution and transaction exchange of on-demand content, is seeking an experienced Project Manager. The right candidate will possess a strong track record of delivering large-scale media or technology projects on time and on budget. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, PLC discipline, and strong client-relationship management skills are essential. Visit www.cauldronsolutions.com and send resumes to jobs@cauldronsolutions.com.
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> IT Workers Assert Their Rights To Overtime Pay

Tired of working late and on weekends without extra compensation? Whether you are a salaried or hourly pay employee, your company may be required to pay you overtime wages. Do not assume that you are not entitled to overtime. For a clear, concise summary of the law for IT workers, visit http://www.lieffcabraser.com/itovertime.htm or contact attorney Jahan Sagafi of Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, at jsagafi@lchb.com
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> 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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> 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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