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o Report: U.S. Consumers Spending More for Online Content
o Games Firm Take-Two Acquires Canadian Developer Barking Dog Studios
o INT Media Closes Jupiter Acquisition; Will Change Name to Jupitermedia
o Court Ruling Validates Fandango Contract With Loews-Cineplex Theaters

o Briefly Noted: Midway Games - Stan Winston Studio, Sega - "Sonic" -
GameCube, Scan Mobile - Orange, Indiagames - M1, The Sporting News -
LiquidSeats, Activision - Bob Burnquist, CATO Institute - copyright
seminar
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o Report: U.S. Consumers Spending More for Online Content

New York -- U.S. consumers spent $675 million for online content in 2001,
a 92 percent increase over 2000 spending levels, according to a recently
released report conducted by Virginia-based ComScore Networks for trade
group the Online Publishers Association. This growth has accelerated into
the current year, as U.S. consumers spent $300 million for online content
in the first quarter of 2002, a 155 percent increase over last year. The
report also found that spending in nearly all content categories grew more
than 100 percent in the first quarter of 2002 versus the same quarter last
year. The recent sales growth is attributed to a sharp increase in the
number of online content buyers, as 12.4 million U.S. consumers paid for
online content in the first quarter of 2002, up 5.3 million from the same
period last year. "These data clearly show a market undergoing rapid
growth. As content providers get smarter about creating valuable for-pay
offerings, an increasing number of consumers are responding with their
wallets," said Michael Zimbalist, executive director of the Online
Publishers Association.
http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/f_headline.cgi?bw.080102/222132246
http://www.online-publishers.org/opa_paid_content_report_final.pdf
http://www.nytimes.com/2002/08/01/technology/01ONLI.html?todaysheadlines
http://news.com.com/2100-1023-947617.html?tag=cd_mh
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o Games Firm Take-Two Acquires Canadian Developer Barking Dog Studios

New York -- Video game developer Take-Two Interactive Software announced
that its Rockstar Games studio, which developed the top-selling "Grand
Theft Auto" franchise, has acquired Vancouver-based developer Barking Dog
Studios for $3 million in cash and 242,450 Take-Two shares. The company,
which will be renamed Rockstar Vancouver, is working on a yet to be
announced military video game to be published under the Rockstar brand,
and will soon begin development on a second original title for Rockstar.
"We are delighted to be joining the Rockstar team. We would not have
considered selling our company to any other publisher," said Barking Dog
Studios co-founder Brian Thalken.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/020801/12332_1.html
http://www.barking-dog.com
http://www.take2games.com
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o INT Media Closes Jupiter Acquisition; Will Change Name to Jupitermedia

New York -- INT Media Group, which operates the Internet.com network of
technology websites and newsletters, announced that it has closed its
$250,000 acquisition of the assets of Jupiter Media Metrix's Jupiter
Research and Events businesses. New York-based INT said it plans to change
its name to Jupitermedia Corporation to capitalize on the Jupiter brand
name. "The acquisition of the Jupiter Research and Events businesses
provides us with an outstanding opportunity to further expand and
diversify our revenue sources. We envision tremendous marketing synergies
among the Jupiter properties and our internet.com and EarthWeb.com Network
with over 20 million unique business users," said INT Media chairman and
CEO Alan M. Meckler.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/020801/12127_1.html
http://www.jmm.com
http://www.intmediagroup.com
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o Court Ruling Validates Fandango Contract With Loews-Cineplex Theaters

Hollywood -- Fandango, a provider of online movie ticket sales, said on
Friday that a New York bankruptcy court has ruled in favor of enforcing
its exclusive contract with movie exhibitor Loews-Cineplex Entertainment.
The lawsuit was filed as a result of Loews' efforts to break its contract
with Hollywood-based Fandango in favor of entering a new contract for
providing online movie ticketing with AOL Moviefone. "Loews is one of our
original exhibitors and a valued partner. We have not changed our
commitment or operations since forming the original alliance and Loews
ticket sales have continued to be very strong throughout the summer," said
Fandango president and CEO Art Levitt. Loews-Cineplex Entertainment is one
of Fandango's six exhibitor partners that also include Carmike Cinemas,
Century Theatres, Cinemark Theatres, Edwards Theatres, and Regal Cinemas.
http://www.fandango.com
http://www.loewscineplex.com
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Briefly Noted:

(Chicago) Video game developer Midway Games announced on Friday that it
has teamed with visual effects firm Stan Winston Studio to develop
Midway's action-adventure title "AREA 51." Van Nuys, Calif.-based Stan
Winston Studio is responsible for creating movie effects including the
dinosaurs of "Jurassic Park" and the aliens of "Aliens," and is currently
working on the upcoming "T3" Terminator sequel. In addition to working
with Chicago-based Midway to develop characters for the video games,
scheduled for release in 2004 for PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube, Stan
Winston Productions has secured the exclusive motion picture rights for
the project.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/020802/20050_1.html
http://www.midway.com
http://www.swfx.com

(Los Angeles) Video game developer Sega announced on Friday that it will
release a compilation disc of seven classic "Sonic the Hedgehog" games for
Nintendo's GameCube console. The "Sonic Mega Collection" will feature the
original "Sonic the Hedgehog" and its two sequels, as well as "Sonic &
Knuckles," "Sonic 3D Blast," "Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball" and "Dr.
Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine," and is due to be released in November.
http://www.sega.com/segascream/legacy/sonicstory.jhtml

(London) Scan Mobile, a provider of messaging-based mobile applications,
said on Friday that European wireless network operator Orange will use its
technology. Under the agreement, Orange's wireless festival and club
ticketing service will be operated by London-based Scan Mobile; Orange
subscribers will also be able to buy CDs and DVDs via SMS messages on
their cell phones.
http://www.scan.com

(Mumbai) Wireless game developer Indiagames said on Friday that
Singapore-based wireless network operator M1 will distribute a number of
its full-color, Java-based wireless games. Mumbai-based Indiagames will
initially provide six games, downloadable through M1's Mi World Mobile WAP
portal by subscribers who own Nokia 7650 handsets.
http://www.indiagames.com
http://www.m1.com.sg

(San Francisco) The Sporting News said on Friday that it has partnered
with online ticketing service LiquidSeats, to offer its StubHub Ticket
Marketplace product on SportingNews.com. The service will allow visitors
to the site to buy and sell tickets to sporting events; the service
enables season ticket holders to resell unused tickets for all live events
directly to other fans.
http://www.liquidseats.com
http://www.sportingnews.com

(Santa Monica, Calif.) Game developer Activision said on Friday that it
has signed professional skateboarder Bob Burnquist to an exclusive
multi-year video game licensing and sponsorship agreement. Under the
agreement, Burnquist will continue to appear alongside Activision's other
licensed skateboarder Tony Hawk in the company's flagship action sports
franchise, "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater." Woodland Hills, Calif.-based
Activision studio Neversoft Entertainment is currently developing "Tony
Hawk's Pro Skater 4" for release in the fall.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/020802/laf016_1.html
http://www.activision.com

(Palo Alto, Calif.) Wired News and CNET News.com both provided coverage on
a conference organized by the CATO Institute yesterday in Palo Alto,
Calif. that dealt with consumer rights and copyright issues. The Silicon
Valley debate featured representatives from News Corp.'s Fox Entertainment
Group and the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) pitted
against speakers from the Consumer Electronics Association and digital
consumer's rights group DigitalConsumer.org.
http://www.wired.com/news/digiwood/0,1412,54270,00.html
http://news.com.com/2100-1023-947729.html?tag=fd_top
https://www.cato.org/events/020801cs.html
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Vice President, Product Development - Warner Bros. - Burbank, CA

VP to oversees all aspects of customer management, project management,
creative development, and technical development for the delivery of Web
sites and on-line collateral for WBOL clients. Set Product development
organization strategy and priorities. Build Customer relationships. BA
from an accredited university and preferably an MBA or MA in a field
related to the production of on-line marketing services, including a
strong understanding of creative and technology issues. 5-10 years
experience in creative customer service businesses (e.g., advertising),
with 2-3 years of web experience. If you are interested in this position,
please submit your resume to: wbjobs@alexus.com. Also, please use
reference #: WWHJ_VPProdDev in the text of your resume.
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Director, Communications - Warner Bros. - Burbank, CA

WB seeks a Director of Communications for the Online Marketing & Promotion
department. Position responsible for creating, managing, and executing B2B
marketing online services. Develop strategic initiatives to promote WB
Online as a business communication service and PR strategies and campaigns
for B2B marketing online services, targeting broadcast, print, and online
media outlets. Produces all press kit contents. BA degree required. Proven
success in pitching stories required. Must have existing relationships
with press contacts. 5 yrs. general PR and 2 yrs. Internet PR experience
required. Please visit www.wbjobs.com, go to the Job Search page and enter
#004038 in the keyword search field. Submit your resume by creating a
Career Cart. Please reference code: WWHJ4038 in the text of your resume.
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VP Marketing & Product Development - Fandango - Santa Monica, CA

As the premiere remote source movie ticketing service, Fandango is
positioned to become the ultimate way to plan a night out to the movies.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the VP, Marketing & Product
Development, is responsible for leading all marketing and product
initiatives for Fandango's remote ticketing service offerings. Will
develop, direct and execute the total business marketing strategy
including positioning, brand awareness, usability, promotion/advertising
campaigns and customer loyalty programs. BA/BS in Marketing or Business
with 7-10 years of marketing experience. 3-5 years in a senior management
role in entertainment, internet, or consumer products. Resume to:
jobs@fandango.com and indicate position title in the subject.
http://www.fandango.com.
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Creative Director - CareersFromHome.com - Los Angeles, CA

Oversees all creative aspects of the company. Develops creative briefs and
designs applicable concepts to meet the strategic objectives of the
company. Requires a Masters Degree plus at least 5 years experience
working as a Creative Director. To apply, please visit:
http://www.CareersFromHome.com/internal.asp
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Public Relations Coordinator - Gartner - San Jose, CA

Responsible for handling daily media inquiries in a timely manner and
supporting the
PR team, based in both Stamford, CT and San Jose, CA. This position will
be responsible for directing members of the press to the appropriate
analyst, supplying company research for reporter's stories, as well as
administrative projects for the VP of PR and rest of PR team. Handle daily
media inquiries (average of 30 call per day) in a timely manner. Locate
proper research material as well as direct reporter's to the appropriate
analyst. Handle any broadcast requests from CNN, CNBC and other broadcast
media. Someone who exudes the high energy needed in a news environment.
Apply at:
http://cutnpost.hiresystems.com/apply1.cfm?clientid=245&codes=1567HS,WHTJ&siteid=83
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Management Supervisor - Grey Interactive - New York, NY

Award winning interactive agency seeks seasoned Management Supervisor with
Strong
Management skills. The ideal candidate will have consumer packaged goods,
CRM, interactive and traditional agency experience. Beauty and/or fashion
category experience a must. Are you the type who will roll up your
sleeves, be a strategic thinker, able to build business models on the web
and bring clients to the next level? If so, please e-mail us your resume
for immediate consideration: Jobs@greyinteractive.com
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Accounting Manager - Public Company - Washington DC

Washington DC based public company involved in technology venture
investing and business services seeks an Accounting Manager. Experience
should include: daily accounting management, corporate cash management,
SEC financial reporting, external audit coordination, and supervision of
small staff. Email resume and salary requirements to rsc672@hotmail.com
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Senior Program Manager - HireStrategy - Washington DC

One of the world's largest systems integrators is seeking a Senior Program
Manager from the federal services space to lead an organization
responsible for systems modernization initiatives. The Senior PM will have
an extremely critical and highly visible role managing multiple programs.
Must have 15+ years professional technology experience.
Apply on-line or send resumes to lbedard@hirestrategy.com
Visit http://www.hirestrategy.com/quicklinks/hire60.asp for details.
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Call for Applicants - MBDA Business Plan Competition - Ends Aug 9

The U.S. Commerce Department's Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
and the Emerging Venture Network (EVN) continue their call for applicants
for the MBDA Equity Capital Access Program. MBDA and EVN will identify up
to 200 entrepreneurs nationally to assess and give a scored evaluation of
their business plan with written comments on strengths, weaknesses and
areas for improvement. Entrepreneurs will be selected to participate in an
intensive "boot camp," where they will be drilled in the fundamentals of
obtaining venture capital. Contact: mgarcia@evn.org
http://www.evn.org/MBDA/index.html
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