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o U.S. Stock Markets Will Remain Closed on Friday, Open on Monday
o WTC Neighbor One Liberty Plaza, Home to Nasdaq, Partially Collapses
o Nintendo Shares Drop on U.S. GameCube Sales Worries
o Streaming Services Firm IBeam in Talks for More Funding
o Game Developer UDS Raises $2 Million
> DMW Panel Discussion: Microsoft vs. AOL | Sept. 28 | Los Angeles
o Briefly Noted: The Coup, RadioWave - Universal Music Group, EulogyCast,
Satellite videophones, X10 pop-up ads
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> Job Postings: Sr. Level BizDev, Media Relations Pro, Research Asst.,
Sales Asst./International, Freelance Animator,
Internet Game Tester

> Events/Services: "Hi-Tech Mission to Israel, Oct. 20-28," "SHORTSPAN
Film & Video Festival: SOUTHEAST Tour, August 24- Sept. 22"

Full Job/Event/Services descriptions listed below "Briefly Noted" section
or at http://www.digitalmediawire.com/postings.html

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o U.S. Stock Markets Will Remain Closed on Friday, Open on Monday

New York -- The head of the New York Stock Exchange said on Thursday
afternoon that the major U.S. stock markets will remain closed on Friday,
but will resume trading on Monday. Trading has been shut since Tuesday,
when terrorist attacks hit the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. This
has been the longest trading halt since World War I. Markets will open
Monday at 9:30 a.m.
http://cnnfn.cnn.com/2001/09/13/markets/reopen/
http://www.nyse.com
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o WTC Neighbor One Liberty Plaza, Home to Nasdaq, Partially Collapses

New York -- One Liberty Plaza, the 54-story tower that houses the
headquarters of the Nasdaq National Market, was pummeled with falling
debris from the World Trade Center and has partially collapsed, CNN.com
reported late Wednesday. All 127 staffers that were inside the building
during the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center Tuesday were
evacuated before the collapse. CBS MarketWatch reported that Nasdaq
spokespersons said the building is not in danger of fully collapsing,
having been examined by two engineering firms who found it to be
"structurally sound." One Liberty Plaza owner Brookfield Properties added,
"none of the damage renders the building inoperable." Nasdaq spokesman
Scott Peterson told CNN that the partial collapse would have "no effect on
technical facilities" related to the operation of the exchange, where many
digital media and other technology-related stocks are traded. The Nasdaq
told Reuters that employees who worked in the building will be relocated
to other U.S. offices. Nasdaq CEO Hardwick Simmons addressed the state of
the exchange in a note on its website that reads, "We are testing our
systems and those of our members as I write… The American capital markets
are sound. Nasdaq will be open."
http://www.cnn.com/2001/US/09/12/building.collapse/
http://cbs.marketwatch.com/news/story.asp?siteid=mktw&dist=mktwmore&guid=%7B
B2372FC4%2DFE29%2D46B9%2D9DDC%2D8F926335F001%7D
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-000073858sep13.story
http://www.nasdaq.com
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o Nintendo Shares Drop on U.S. GameCube Sales Worries

Tokyo -- Due to fears that U.S. consumers may not buy as many Nintendo
GameCube consoles this holiday shopping season in light of terrorist
attacks on the country Tuesday, shares in the video game manufacturer have
dropped on consecutive days, Reuters reported. Nintendo closed down 5.95
percent Thursday -- the daily loss limit on Japan's Nikkei index -- after
hitting the same loss limit on Wednesday. "The attacks prompted the
sell-off, since investors are worried the incidents will chill consumers'
Christmas shopping appetite for games," said Tokyo-Mitsubishi Securities
senior analyst Nobumasa Morimoto. The GameCube is set to be released in
the U.S. on Nov. 18.
http://news.cnet.com/news/0-1006-200-7146370.html?tag=cd_mh
http://www.nintendo.com/systems/gcn/gcn_overview.jsp
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o Streaming Services Firm IBeam in Talks for More Funding

Sunnyvale, Calif. -- IBeam Broadcasting Corp., a provider of streaming
media services, said that it is in discussions with principal shareholder
Williams Communications to provide funding necessary to support its
continued operation. The company did not say whether an agreement is
imminent, how much is being discussed, or whether the proposed funding
would be in the form of equity or debt. IBeam also lowered its guidance
for the amount it estimates it needs to continue operations to between $25
and $30 million. Provided this amount is attained, the company says it
will achieve profitability in the second quarter rather than the third
quarter of 2002. Sunnyvale-based IBeam provides services to companies
including MTVi, CNBC, Merrill Lynch and IBM/Lotus.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/010912/120222_1.html
http://www.ibeam.com
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o Game Developer UDS Raises $2 Million

Norrkoping, Sweden -- UDS Entertainment Group, a developer of interactive
games for the PC, next-generation consoles and the Internet, announced on
Thursday that it has raised $2 million in its latest round of venture
capital financing. The Federation of Social Insurance Offices' Pension
Fund, Metropolis Technology Investments and Skandia Life participated in
the investment round. Sweden-based UDS will use the funds to build its
license portfolio and for concept development and marketing for its
advergames and online games units. The company -- which has a game in
development for Microsoft's Xbox -- plans to seek a listing on the Swedish
exchange within the next year.
http://www.uds.se
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> Digital Media Wire Presents a Panel Discussion:
"Microsoft vs. AOL: The Battle of the Internet Titans"

Los Angeles | Friday, September 28th at the Four Seasons Hotel

This panel of journalists, legal experts and others will discuss the
increasing rivalry between these two monolithic companies -- and how their
competition will affect the development of the Internet for years to come.

For more information and to register:
http://www.digitalmediawire.com/LAbattle.html

FEATURED SPEAKERS:
Bob Badal - Attorney | Heller Ehrman
Mark Frauenfelder - Editor | WIRED
Jon Goodman - Executive Director | EC2 Incubator Project @ USC
Jim Griffin - Founder | The 'Pho' Group
***Additional Panelists TBA***

SPONSOR: Heller Ehrman

For more information and to register:
http://www.digitalmediawire.com/LAbattle.html
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o Briefly Noted:

(San Francisco) The album cover for a hip-hop group's upcoming album that
featured dual explosions at the World Trade Center towers has been pulled
before going to print, Wired News reported on Thursday. "The original
cover artwork for The Coup album "Party Music" was created long before the
unfortunate events of September 11th," the group's label, 75 Ark, said in
a statement. "The physical cover of the album has never been manufactured;
cover artwork exists mostly as a web image."
http://www.wired.com/news/culture/0,1284,46771,00.html
http://www.75ark.com

(Santa Monica, Calif.) RadioWave, a provider of Web radio technology
services to businesses, announced on Thursday that it will produce, host
and distribute radio programs for Universal Music Group labels, including
Motown, Verve, Cash Money, Universal Classics, Universal Records and MCA.
The Motown Radio and Verve Radio programming channels will be syndicated
to the RadioWave network, which includes Rolling Stone Radio, MSN Chat
Radio and ARTISTdirect Radio.
http://www.radiowave.com

(Solvang, Calif.) EulogyCast, a provider of streaming video services of
memorial services for those not able to attend, said on Thursday that it
will donate its services to any of the families of victims of Tuesday's
terrorist attacks. Solvang, Calif.-based EulogyCast will provide a private
and secure Internet webcast of memorial services to family members that
are given password-protected access as well as a memorial website that
includes a photo gallery and guest book.
http://www.eulogycast.com

(San Francisco) CNET reported Thursday on the use of satellite videophones
to broadcast both foreign press conferences and journalists' reports
overseas during the crisis surrounding Tuesday's events. CNN used phones
developed by U.K.-based 7E Communications to broadcast a statement from
Taliban leaders in Afghanistan as well as interviews with emergency
staffers in Manhattan.
http://news.cnet.com/news/0-1006-200-7140853.html?tag=cd_pr
http://www.7e.com/content/products/th1.htm

(New York) Pop-under ad specialist X10, which has saturated the Internet
with ads for a wireless camera, has suspended its ad campaign so that Web
users can more quickly access information regarding Tuesday's terrorist
attacks, Newsbytes reported on Thursday. The company is also using its
website to urge visitors to donate blood or money to the victims and their
families.
http://www.newsbytes.com/news/01/169987.html
http://www.x10.com

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> Roxio, Sr.-Level Business Development Position - Silicon Valley

Hey... are you a closer? Do you like to win? If you answered yes to these
questions and you are an experienced dealmaker, we have an MBA's (or
ex-lawyer's) dream job waiting for you at Roxio, Inc., the leading digital
media company.
Send resumes to: elizabeth@cruelworld.com
http://www.roxio.com
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> The SheaHedges Group, Media Relations Pro - McLean, VA

We are currently looking for a savvy media relations pro with 8+ years of
experience who excels at verbal and written communications, understands
core business issues and can strategically advance a client's message
through all levels of media and PR avenues. Background must include
technology, agency and staff management experience. Send resumes to:
tneill@sheahedges.com
http://www.sheahedges.com
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> VentureOne, Research Assistant - San Francisco

In this entry-level position you will perform secondary research through
web browsing, review of journals and other publications, plus primary
research through direct contact with venture capital firms and start-up
companies. Update profiles of venture capital firms and start-up
companies. Review company data, proofread, and enter data. Assist in
surveys, analyses and general administrative support. College degree.
European language skills a plus. Send resumes to: jobs@ventureone.com
http://www.ventureone.com
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> Canal+ (U.S.), Sales Asst./International - Los Angeles

Assist Senior VP & Director of International Sales w/ preparation of
markets, including making appointments with clients, arranging travel,
sending sales materials, & follow-up w/ clients. Other duties include:
answering phones, expense reports, availability checks on computer system,
coordinating deal memo process with support sales office in France,
updating client database and other administrative duties. A 4-year college
degree preferred. Knowledge of French language preferred - Spanish
helpful.
Send resumes to: shuddleston@cplus-us.com
http://www.cplus-us.com
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> CGR, Freelance Animator - New York City

CGR, New York's premier staffing agency, is seeking an animator for a
freelance assignment. Our client is a scientific publisher looking to
animate, in detail, the flow of lava through the earth and out through a
volcano. The candidate must have an in depth knowledge of PhotoShop, 3D
Studio Max, Maya, Lightwave or some other rendering & animation software.
Send resumes to: jschoch@cgr.com
http://www.cgr.com
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> YaYa, Internet Game Tester - Los Angeles

Candidate should have some formal game testing experience, good written
and oral communication skills, experience using Microsoft Access and a
good knowledge of the Internet and a range of web browsers (Internet
Explorer, Netscape, AOL, etc.). Knowledge of Macintosh computers desirable
but not required. This is full-time, temporary position and will include
some night and weekend work.
Send resumes to: jobs@yaya.com
http://www.yaya.com

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> Hi-Tech Mission to Israel, October 20 - 28, 2001 - Israel

Visit Israel's booming hi-tech industry. Discover the latest advances in
hardware, software and bio-technology. Participate in the 6th Annual
Israel Business Forum with speakers: Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, Marshall
Butler, Ronald Cohen, David Colburn, Michael Dell, Andy Grove, Ronald
Lauder, Gerald Levine, Morris Levy, Les Wexner and Lord Young.
For more information: tkardash@jewishla.org
http://www.jewishla.org/html/hitechmission.htm
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> SHORTSPAN Film & Video Festival, SOUTHEAST Tour, Aug. 24 - Sept. 22

SHORT MOVIES! Dreamspan presents the 9TH Annual Short Attention Span Film & Video Festival. Shortspan is a non-stop two hour program of ALL NEW
two-minute-or-shorter films, including ultra-short documentaries like
"Peekaboo Sunday," a story about raising miniature horses or "Exotic
World," an inside look at the lives of some of America's first burlesque
performers-- and 57 more shorts! The tour will travel to 30 North American
cities. Southeastern tour dates include:

ATLANTA, GA: The Atlanta Contemporary Arts Center - August 24th - 8PM
ATHENS, GA: The Georgia Museum of Art - September 5 th - 7:30PM
ATLANTA, GA: Cinefest Theatre- September 14th and 15th - 9PM/12PM
ATHENS, GA: The Georgia Theater - September 18th - 10PM
SAVANNAH, GA: Trustee's Theater - September 20th - 9PM
GAINSVILLE, FL: The University of Florida - September 22nd

More info: http://www.dreamspan.com/shortspan
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