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o FCC Approves Feature Letting TiVo Users Share Shows Over the 'Net
o Apple Settles With E-Data Over Online Music Sales Patent
o IPod Chipmaker PortalPlayer Plans $75 Million IPO
o Report: Global Online Games Revenue to Hit $9.8 Billion in 2009
o French Game Publisher In-Fusio Raises $27 Million
o Finnish Game Addicts Given Pass on Compulsory Military Service

 > DMW Announcements:
 --Future of Television: Next Generation - November 19, 2004

 > Featured Advertisement:
 --Sr Manager, Digital Media Portal Content - NEXTEL
 --Billboard Digital Entertainment Conference & Awards - Nov. 4-5
 

o Briefly Noted: FCC - cell phone spam ban, PlayStation 3 - Blu-Ray format, Entercom Communications - HD Radio, Nintendo DS - Japanese developers, XM Satellite Radio - Audiovox, Xavix, Nintendo - U.S. Concepts, Electronic Arts - "Madden Challenge," Atari - "Dragonshard," Eidos, Majesco - "Psychonauts," Her Interactive - The Hardy Boys, Primedia - Mforma, Merriam-Webster - "MP3"
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> Job/Event/Marketplace Classifieds:
--Sr Manager, Digital Media Portal Content - NEXTEL
--New Release: PwC Global Entertainment and Media Outlook: 2004-2008
--Director of CRM
--Media Buyer - Online
--Strategic Planning Associate 
--Java Developers - Northern VA - Fortune 100
--National Sales Manager - Online Advertising
--Major Account Manager
--Solutions Marketing Manager
--Director of Public Relations
--SSi Consulting Accounting Software Demo Day - Aug 4
--VPTC Wireless Networking Symposium - Sept. 15
 


o FCC Approves Feature Letting TiVo Users Share Shows Over the 'Net

Alviso, Calif. -- The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Wednesday granted approval to new technology from digital video recorder maker TiVo, which will allow users to share recordings of digital TV shows over the Internet with a limited number of friends. The FCC approved the security measures TiVo will implement on its TiVoToGo feature, which opponents from the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) and National Football League had argued were not strong enough and would result in mass illegal copying. "TiVo has always tried to maintain an appropriate balance between consumer interests and the rights of content providers," said TiVo CEO Mike Ramsay. The MPAA said it was disappointed the FCC did not outline to whom TiVo users may send programs, as "technologies that enable redistribution of copyrighted TV programming beyond the local TV market disrupt local advertiser-supported broadcasting and harm TV syndication markets."
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040804/sfw065_1.html
http://biz.yahoo.com/rc/040804/media_tivo_fcc_4.html 
http://www.tivo.com        
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o Apple Settles With E-Data Over Online Music Sales Patent

San Francisco -- E-Data, a company claiming to hold European patents on the process of selling music online, announced that Apple has settled a patent infringement claim it brought against the company, CNET News.com reported. E-Data, which has also won a patent suit settlement with Microsoft, said it has launched new patent infringement suits against 14 companies including Amazon.com, Ticketmaster and The New York Times. "This settlement with Apple marks another important milestone, as we aggressively pursue companies that are infringing upon our intellectual property," said E-Data chairman Bert Brodsky. "We have identified additional companies that are infringing upon our intellectual property, both in the U.S. and abroad, and will seek the necessary legal actions to ensure that our rights are enforced worldwide."
http://makeashorterlink.com/?S2E6529F8 
http://www.e-data.com/01-20-04%20OD2%20Settlement%20final.pdf            
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o IPod Chipmaker PortalPlayer Plans $75 Million IPO

Santa Clara, Calif. -- PortalPlayer, a developer of chips and software used in hard disk-based portable media players, on Wednesday announced plans to raise up to $75 million through an initial public offering (IPO) of its shares. The SEC filing did not disclose the number of shares to be offered or a price range for them. Founded in 1999, Santa Clara, Calif.-based PortalPlayer, which to date has raised $85 million from investors, reported a loss of $8 million on revenue of $20.9 million in 2003. The company plans to use the proceeds from its IPO to first repay $4.4 million in debt, and then for general corporate purposes including potential acquisitions.
http://www.portalplayer.com 
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o Report: Global Online Games Revenue to Hit $9.8 Billion in 2009

San Diego -- The world market for online games will reach $9.8 billion in 2009, a 410% increase over 2003 revenue of $1.9 billion, according to a report from San Diego-based market research firm DFC Intelligence. The Asia-Pacific region will account for $4.2 billion of this total, with China and Japan expected to be the fastest growing countries for online games overall. "At the end of 2003 an estimated 81 million households worldwide had broadband. By 2009 we forecast that number reaching 228 million. It has been proven that the availability of broadband significantly increases online game usage," said DFC analyst David Cole. While noting that online games are still an immature business, DFC said that many potential viable business models are emerging, including advertising, tiered subscription, downloads and pay-per-play.
http://www.dfcint.com/news/praug32004.html   
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o French Game Publisher In-Fusio Raises $27 Million

Paris -- In-Fusio, a France-based mobile game publisher and game services provider, said it has raised $27 million in its latest round of financing. Insight Venture Partners, a U.S.-based venture capital firm, led the funding, with existing investors Banexi Ventures, Partech International, VPSA (formerly Viventures) and Innoven Partenaires also participating, In-Fusio said. The company said the funds would be used to further secure market share in Europe and solidify its growing presence in the U.S. "This new funding is key to accelerating our U.S. expansion through a series of strategic North American acquisitions that we have already started to discuss," said In-Fusio co CEO and President Gilles Raymond. In-Fusio currently publishes 65 game titles for over 70 wireless carriers.
http://corporate.in-fusio.com  
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o Finnish Game Addicts Given Pass on Compulsory Military Service

Helsinki -- Reuters reported on Wednesday that several conscripts from Finland have been excused from military service because the Finnish Defense Forces diagnosed them as "Internet addicts." "For people who play (Internet) games all night and don't have any friends, don't have any hobbies, to come into the army is a very big shock," Commander-Captain Jyrki Kivela told Reuters. Finnish military doctors have determined that the young men in question "miss their computers too much" to be able to carry out their six-month military obligation.
http://makeashorterlink.com/?Y344528F8   

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 > DMW Events:

Future of Television Forum: Next Generation
November 19, 2004  |  New York City

www.televisionconference.com
Phone Registration Available Now
323-822-0936

OVERVIEW
Last year 370+ attended Future of Television Forum, which included keynotes from Mark Cuban (Chairman, HDNet / Owner, Dallas Mavericks), Joshua Sapan (President & CEO Rainbow Media Holdings, Inc.), and David Zaslav (President, NBC Cable). This year's event is scheduled for November 19, 2004 at NYU's Stern School of Business and will feature an impressive line-up of speakers and cutting-edge topics focused on the "Next Generation" of television.

REGISTRATION
Early Bird: $195 (until August 31)
Pre-Registration: $295
(until November 12)
Registration: $395 (after November 12 & at Door)
Online Registration: http://kb.digitalmediawire.com/register.php?eventid=1074

Phone: 323-822-0936


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> Featured Advertisement:

> Sr Manager, Digital Media Portal Content - NEXTEL

Manage Internet content acquisition and launch for various Digital Media products. Content may include WAP, JAVA, Ring Tones, Screen Savers, Wallpaper, SMS, MMS, and Location Based Services. Will coordinate with partners and Nextel Business Development to obtain Digital Media Content for catalog. Coordinate with marketing and partners for promotion of Digital Media products. Requires directly related experience. http://www.nextel.com/about/index.shtml
Contact: chris.allison@nextel.com


> Billboard Digital Entertainment Conference & Awards, November 4-5 

The Billboard Digital Entertainment Awards honor this vision, along with innovation, entrepreneurship and brand development in digital entertainment.

With awards in 30 unique categories honoring achievements involving games, music and film, television and video, Billboard recognizes the cutting-edge developments and forward thinkers shaping the future of entertainment.

The Conference will feature provocative panel sessions on current digital entertainment issues. For a complete list of speakers, panel and keynote addresses, visit the site below. Early bird registration ends August 31st!

For more information, please call 323-822-0936 or visit www.digitalentertainmentawards.com

For online awards submissions, conference registrations and purchasing Awards Gala Dinner tickets, please click here.

Deadline for Submissions: September 15, 2004

Conference & Awards Show: November 4 and 5, 2004

AWARDS CATEGORIES
(click here for category descriptions)
AWARDS ENTRY FORM
(click here to download entry form)

 

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o Briefly Noted:

(Washington) The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted 5-0 on Wednesday to prohibit the distribution of unsolicited communications to wireless devices, essentially expanding the "Can Spam" law to include cell phones and other wireless devices. "Spam has become the plague of the information age," said FCC chairman Michael Powell. "It truly frustrates, if not destroys, the powerful experience that some of the new technologies can provide."
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DOC-250522A3.doc

(Tokyo) Sony said that its next-generation PlayStation video game console will feature the Blu-Ray disc format, a successor to DVD that holds 27GB of data to DVD's 4.7GB, GamesIndustry.biz reported. The format, which uses new blue laser technology as opposed to the current red laser standard, is also backwards compatible with regular DVDs, ensuring that movies and older game titles will still play on the new PlayStation.
http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content/dev/3919

(Bala Cynwyd, Pa.) Entercom Communications, the nation's fourth-largest radio broadcaster, on Wednesday announced plans to accelerate the rollout of digital broadcasting on its stations. Having already launched HD Radio digital broadcasts at its Boston and Seattle stations, with Denver and Portland launches planned in the coming months, Entercom said it plans to upgrade 80% of its stations over the next four years. "Providing innovative digital services for listeners and advertisers is a key part of our long-term growth strategy," said Entercom president and CEO David Field.
http://www.entercom.com/pages/pr_august204.html

(Redmond, Wash.) Nintendo has announced that 32 Japanese game developers -- including Sega, Capcom, Konami, Square Enix and Namco -- are currently at work on a total of 64 game titles for its upcoming Nintendo DS handheld video game console. Nintendo added that a total of 120 titles for DS are currently in the works worldwide. Included in the Japanese line-up will be versions of "Castlevania," "Sonic the Hedgehog," "Final Fantasy," "Dragonball Z" and "Bomberman."
http://makeashorterlink.com/?T155249F8

(Washington) XM Satellite Radio, a provider of satellite-delivered digital radio programming, on Wednesday announced the release of manufacturing partner Audiovox Electronics' Audiovox XR9, a $99 plug-and-play satellite radio receiver. The device, which has a built-in FM modulator to allow playback on regular radios, will ship to retail in October.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040804/dcw020_1.html 
http://www.audiovox.com

(New York) Japanese games firm SSD Company has announced the release of its XaviX interactive TV gaming system, which uses controllers such as baseball bats, tennis racquets and bowling balls with embedded processors to control gameplay. The $79 XavixPORT console and $49 individual game cartridges are now on sale at Best Buy, and will soon also be sold at retailers including Radio Shack and Toys R Us.
http://www.xavix.com

(New York) Nintendo of America said on Wednesday that it plans to double the number of promotions it conducts in the U.S. for its products. The company expanded its relationship with marketing and interactive services firm U.S. Concepts, which will develop and execute many of the promotions.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/040803/nytu184_2.html 
http://www.getcoactive.com 
http://nintendostreetteam.com

(Redwood City, Calif.) Electronic Arts on Wednesday announced its third annual EA Sports Madden Challenge, a nationwide video game tournament for fans of its "Madden NFL 2005" title, which will ship on Aug. 9. Qualifying rounds begin Aug. 14, with the finals to be held in Las Vegas on Dec. 11, where a $50,000 grand prize will be awarded. EA will also host an NCAA Football Challenge, a 16-campus tournament featuring the company's "NCAA Football 2005" title and a $10,000 grand prize.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040804/45254_1.html 
http://www.maddenchallenge.com 
http://www.ncaafootballchallengecom

(Los Angeles) Game publisher Atari announced on Wednesday plans to develop "Dragonshard," a title based on the roleplaying game "Dungeons & Dragons," created by Wizards of the Coast. Currently in development at Agoura Hills, Calif.-based Liquid Entertainment, under license from toymaker Hasbro, the PC title is slated for release in the spring of 2005. Atari also said that developer Obsidian Entertainment is currently developing "Neverwinter Nights 2," a sequel to developer BioWare's successful title also set within the "Dungeons & Dragons" universe. The sequel is scheduled for release in 2006.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040804/45543_1.html
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040804/45442_1.html 
http://www.atari.com/nwn2 
http://www.liquid-entertainment.com 
http://www.obsidianent.com

(London) U.K.-based video game developer Eidos, which yesterday confirmed that it is currently in negotiations with several prospective buyers for the company, announced on Wednesday that its "ShellShock: Nam '67" title for PlayStation 2, Xbox and the PC will ship in Europe on Sept. 3 and in North America on Sept. 14. The title had previously been slated for release in July, but was delayed by the company in a June announcement.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040804/45395_1.html 
http://www.eidos.com

(Edison, N.J.) Video game publisher Majesco announced on Wednesday that it has acquired the publishing rights to "Psychonauts," a title currently in development at San Francisco-based Double Fine Productions. Created by Tim Schafer, the designer of titles including "Grim Fandango" and "Full Throttle," "Psychonauts" will ship in 2005 for Xbox and the PC.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040804/45139_1.html 
http://www.majescogames.com 
http://www.doublefine.com

(Bellevue, Wash.) Game developer Her Interactive, which has produced a line of PC games based on the Nancy Drew sleuth novels, announced on Wednesday a deal with Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing to develop and publish titles based on The Hardy Boys. The game will be based on the Nancy Drew/Hardy Boys: Super Mystery Series, and will be released in the fall of 2005.
http://www.herinteractive.com 
http://users.arczip.com/fwdixon

(New York) Publisher Primedia announced on Wednesday that it has partnered with mobile entertainment publisher Mforma Group, to bring Primedia content to wireless devices. Under the deal, Mforma will develop mobile content services for Primedia's About.com consumer advice sites and its IntelliChoice.com automotive informational service.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/040804/45381_1.html 
http://www.primedia.com 
http://www.about.com 
http://www.mforma.com

(Springfield, Mass.) Publisher Merriam-Webster has announced the word new entries for its 2004 Collegiate Dictionary Eleventh Edition, with relatively new technology-related terms including "MP3" and "MPEG" among those making the cut. Usually, new entries take at least 20 years to become recognized from the date of their first known use, which was not the case with either MP3 (1996) or MPEG (1988). Also among the new entries were "information technology" (1978), "teensploitation" (1972) and "pleather" (1982).
http://www.m-w.com/info/new_words.htm 

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> Sr Manager, Digital Media Portal Content - NEXTEL

Manage Internet content acquisition and launch for various Digital Media products.  For more information, see  Featured Advertisement.
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> New Release: 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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> Director of CRM

GTSI is a market-leading, $1B, 20+ year successful business. We have an immediate opening for a Director of CRM to develop and build CRM as one of the company's long-term core competencies and key differentiators. The successful candidate will be a strong proven leader with the ability to develop, communicate and drive a CRM vision, as well as effectively manage and be accountable for its implementation. You must have 5 plus yrs CRM mgmt, 10 plus yrs. total marketing exp, and a BS degree in Marketing or Business. Government industry knowledge essential. Please send resume to careers@gtsi.com  and reference CRM in the subject line.
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> Media Buyer - Online

Our client located southwest of Boston looking for a smart and experienced marketing professional to serve as a Media Buyer-Online. The successful candidate will be responsible for hitting monthly and quarterly visitor and subscriber goals, work with designer to develop creative for each campaign/ad unit, set up and administer campaign tracking. Reconcile media invoices and work with sites to rectify any billing issues. Require: 2+ years in online media/marketing, BA/BS degree is reqd. Exp. required with $100,000+ monthly marketing budget. Very strong excel skills. Some HTML skill reqd. Excellent written communication; strong organization and analytic skills. Salary up to $75K. Send resumes to: denise@iconstaff.com
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> Strategic Planning Associate

BuyerZone.com, the leading b2b e-marketplace for business purchasing is seeking a Strategic Planning Associate to join its team and continue its record growth pace. As a Strategic Planning Associate, you will help identify areas for future corporate expansion. This includes identifying potential markets and opportunities for expansion, assessing their feasibility through both qualitative and quantitative analyses, and recommending market entry strategies. Requirements: Recent college graduate with up to 3 years work exp, preferably with a major in the business, economics or marketing. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Send resumes to jobs@buyerzone.com 
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> Java Developers - Northern VA - Fortune 100

Company Fortune 100 company is seeking to hire experienced Java developers. Multiple openings for candidates with security clearance. Two openings for candidates without clearance. Seeking Java developers with 3-5 years of experience in the salary range of $80 to $90k. The position is in the Northern Virginia area. Candidates must have J2E, JSP, Java Beans, Portal & Portlets experience. This is for full time positions. Referral fees considered. Send resumes to zkawash@ctww.com
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> National Sales Manager - Online Advertising

goWholesale, a new search engine launched by Liquidity Services, Inc, has an exciting opportunity. We seek someone with 5+ years experience in Internet/online/print media sales. Responsibilities will include leading the execution of the sales plan and increasing revenue through consistent prospecting. Proven track record in meeting and exceeding revenue targets. Benefits include competitive salary plus attractive bonus structure, 401(k), and health. E-mail resume to jobs@gowholesale.com  or fax to 202-478-2795
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> Major Account Manager

Consultative sales of videoconferencing, multimedia communications and network to commercial OR government clients. Proven and consistent sales success ideally in the conferencing industry - 2 years achieving quota of $1 mil+. Sales and technical experience with network, data or similar products. Excellent presentation skills and computer knowledge a must. Send resumes to bfleig@vsgi.com
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> Solutions Marketing Manager

Software AG, a global leader in information integration, is seeking motivated marketing professionals to shape our go-to-market strategy. Define how our leading XML Business Integration portfolio can create business value for specific vertical market segments. Manage a cross-functional team, guiding its members toward successfully implementing and executing on your marketing plan. Experience in a solution marketing role with a technology company a plus. MBA a plus. Knowledge of XML, web services and/or service oriented integration a plus. Federal or State and Local Government experience a strong plus. Send resumes to maureen.brennan@softwareagusa.com
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> Director of Public Relations

Vocus has an opening for a Director of Public Relations. Responsibilities include press releases, media interviews, pitching stories, speaking opportunities, and product launches. Vocus is the leading provider of on-demand software for public relations and government relations. Our products help thousands of customers to plan, execute and measure communications programs. Join a company with 12yrs success celebrating its 19th straight quarter of growth. Send resumes to cshilling@vocus.com
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> SSi Consulting Accounting Software Demo Day

Aug. 4, DC. Lunch served. http://www.ssiconsulting.com/events/demoday.html  The right accounting package can reduce costs, increase productivity and offer meaningful reporting. Let's face it - in order to make any software change, the new system must offer a measurable ROI, be easy to use, feature state-of-the-art technology and be scalable to address growing business needs. Attend Demo Day where our professionally-trained consultants will demonstrate these software packages: MAS90/200, Solomon, Great Plains, and MAS500. Send inquiries to jd@ssiconsulting.com
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> VPTC Wireless Networking Symposium

The Virginia Piedmont Technology Council (VPTC) is presenting a wireless networking conference on September 15, 2004, at the Doubletree Hotel in Charlottesville, VA. This one-day statewide event offers information, demonstrations, keynotes, and workshops dedicated to wireless networking technology - the benefits, uses, deployment, and the future of the technology. To register or reserve your exhibit space, visit http://www.vptcfallsymposium.com  Send inquiries to events@vptc.org
 
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