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o U.S.,
European Regulators Approve $3.4 Billion Merger of Adobe, Macromedia
o Japan
Scuttles Proposed "iPod Tax"
o Norway Launches Test of
Interactive Mobile TV
o Philips Details Launch Plans
for Multi-Sensory amBX Technology
o Report: One-Fifth of Online
Buyers Account for Half of All Purchases
o Winners Named for 2005 Digital
Entertainment & Media Excellence Awards
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Briefly Noted
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Comcast, Time Warner Cable Plan
Cable TV Rate Hikes
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TouchTunes Shareholders Approve Reverse Stock Split
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MovieTickets.com Signs Additional Advance Ticket Deals With
Exhibitors
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THQ to Ship "Broken Sword: The Angel of Death" in Summer 2006
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I-play Releases "Crash Tag Team Racing" Mobile Game
o CNET News.com Reports
from DEMXPO Conference in Los Angeles
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o U.S., European Regulators
Approve $3.4 Billion Merger of Adobe, Macromedia
San Francisco - Adobe Systems, a developer of multimedia
design software, announced that its proposed $3.4 billion merger
with fellow design software maker Macromedia has passed all
regulatory hurdles, and will close on Dec. 3. European regulators
recently approved the deal; the U.S. Justice Department had already
granted its approval, following a request for additional information
from the companies. The deal will unite the makers of the widely
utilized Photoshop and Illustrator (Adobe), and Flash and
DreamWeaver (Macromedia) applications.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/051201/20051201006066.html?.v=1
http://tinyurl.com/77agd
(Reuters)
http://www.adobe.com
http://www.macromedia.com
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o Japan
Scuttles Proposed "iPod Tax"
Tokyo - A plan proposed by Japan's recording industry that
would have added a tax of between 2% and 5% to the cost of portable
MP3 players has been rejected by a committee appointed by the
government's Agency for Cultural Affairs, The New York Times
reported on Friday. Public criticism of the proposal, which the
recording industry said was needed to compensate songwriters and
copyright holders for digital music piracy losses, led the
government to appoint professors and copyright lawyers to the
committee; such a committee would usually have been stacked with
record industry executives, The Times said. Committee spokesman
Hiroyuki Suzuki told The Times the group was unable to reach a
consensus, and as a result was forced to reject the proposal. A
similar tax on MP3 players has been proposed in the Netherlands,
while a Canadian court last year ruled that country's iPod tax to be
illegal.
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/technology/AP-Japan-iPod-Tax.html
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o Norway
Launches Test of Interactive Mobile TV
Oslo - The first trial of interactive mobile TV
programming was launched this week in Norway, a collaboration
between broadcaster NRK and wireless firm LM Ericsson. The six week
trial of the IM-TV service will enable viewers of the Norwegian
music video show "Svisj" to interact in real time by voting for
upcoming videos, and messaging the show's hosts and other viewers
while still watching the program. The cost to interact is about half
that of standard text messages. "Our solution makes it possible for
viewers to interact with a show that they are watching on their
mobile device in a whole new way, creating a much richer TV
experience with the help of the mobile channel," said Ericsson
Mobility World vice president Kurt Sillen.
http://biz.yahoo.com/iw/051202/0102895.html
http://tinyurl.com/9ck57
(Associated Press)
http://www.nrk.no/img/541868.jpg
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o Philips
Details Launch Plans for Multi-Sensory amBX Technology
New York - Dutch electronics firm Philips said on Friday
that it has set a May 2006 launch for its "amBX" technology, which
creates a "sensory surround experience" for TV and video games with
added light, color, sound, heat and air. The technology utilizes LED
color-controlled lights, active furniture, fans, heaters, audio and
video output devices strategically placed in the living room.
Philips said that it is in advanced stages of talks with game
developers and peripheral manufacturers, and expects amBX-enabled
games and peripherals to begin shipping in the fourth quarter of
2006.
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/051202/20051202005296.html?.v=1
http://www.ambx.com
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o Report:
One-Fifth of Online Buyers Account for Half of All Purchases
New York - About one-fifth of the online buying population
accounts for nearly half of total online spending, according to a
new report from Nielsen/NetRatings. The firm said that the top 18%
of online shoppers, based on the amount of their online spending and
their frequency of purchases, are responsible for 46% of all
Internet purchases. By comparison, those spending the fewest dollars
online and making the fewest purchases make up the majority, or 55%,
of online buyers. The firm said that the heaviest of the online
buyers tend to more often use comparison shopping tools. In
addition, they tend to have higher household incomes, are more
likely to have a broadband connection and are generally heavier
Internet users than the rest of the population.
http://www.nielsen-netratings.com/news.jsp?section=new_pr
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o Winners Named
for 2005 Digital Entertainment & Media Excellence Awards
Los Angeles - Winners of the 2005 Digital Entertainment &
Media Excellence (DEMX) Awards, an event produced by Billboard
parent company VNU and sponsored by Digital Media Wire, were
announced last night in Los Angeles. The awards were held in
conjunction with DEMXPO, a two-day conference covering issues in
digital music, mobile, digital video, gaming and advertising. AOL
chairman and CEO Jon Miller was named "Visionary of the Year," while
Microsoft was recognized as "Innovator of the Year" for its Xbox
Live Arcade. Other winners included Bungie Studios' "Halo 2," for
best console game; Jamdat Mobile's "DOOM RPG" (best mobile game);
the U.S. Army's "America's Army" (best advergame); GoldPocket
Interactive (best television technology); Motorola iRadio (best
radio service); and National Geographic's "Inside 9/11" DVD Set
(best use of technology for educational programming).
http://www.digitalentertainmentawards.com/finalists2.html
http://www.demxpo.com
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Digital Commerce Summit
2006 - January 31, 2006 - NY
Harold M.
Proshansky Auditorium
The Graduate Center
City University of New York (CUNY)
365 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10016-4309
www.digitalcommercesummit.com
Digital Media
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Monetizing Digital Content:
Commerce Strategies for Content Owners and Merchants
-The Music Industry Perspective
-The Game Industry Perspective
-The Film and Television Industry Perspective
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The Payment Industry’s View of Digital Commerce
Opportunities
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The Explosion of Mobile Commerce
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Marketing Strategies, including Search Engine Marketing
& Optimization
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Developments in Digital Rights Management
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Commercial Development of Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Networks
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Are there Big Bucks in Micropayments? Assessing Opportunities
involving Small Payment Transactions
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Phone: (310) 855-0033
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Briefly Noted
o Comcast, Time
Warner Cable Plan Cable TV Rate Hikes
Philadelphia, Pa. - Citing increased costs, Comcast and
Time Warner Cable, the nation's two largest cable television
companies, plan to raise their rates across the nation next year,
the Associated Press reported on Friday. While Comcast will
reportedly raises the price of its most popular package by 6%, Time
Warner plans to increase its rates 2-3%, depending on the package.
The companies combined serve more than 31 million U.S. customers.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/051202/cable_tv_rates.html?.v=2"
http://tinyurl.com/bfcvg
(CNET)
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TouchTunes Shareholders Approve Reverse Stock Split
Las Vegas - TouchTunes, a manufacturer of digital music-based
jukeboxes found in bars and restaurants, announced on Friday that
its shareholders have approved its proposed one-to-2,000 reverse
stock split, geared towards its intention to take the company
private. TouchTunes shares had been trading on the Nasdaq's OTC
Bulletin Board service.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/051202/nyf071.html?.v=28
http://www.touchtunes.com
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MovieTickets.com Signs Additional Advance Ticket Deals With
Exhibitors
Los Angeles - MovieTickets.com, a provider of advance online
movie ticket sales, announced on Friday that it has signed a number
of new agreements with U.S. and U.K. movie theater chains, bringing
the number of theater chains for which it provides advance tickets
to 66. The company said it has more than doubled its theater
partners over the past year, and claims more exhibitor deals than
any of its competitors.
http://tinyurl.com/8t2pl
http://www.movietickets.com
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THQ to Ship "Broken Sword: The Angel of Death" in Summer 2006
Agoura Hills, Calif. - Video game publisher THQ announced
on Friday that it plans to ship "Broken Sword: The Angel of Death"
for the PC in the summer of 2006. The fourth installment in the
Broken Sword franchise was developed at U.K.-based Revolution
Software.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/051202/laf005.html?.v=33
http://www.revolution.co.uk
http://www.brokenswordtheangelofdeath.com
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o I-play
Releases "Crash Tag Team Racing" Mobile Game
San Mateo, Calif. - Mobile game publisher I-play and partner
Vivendi Universal Games announced on Friday the release of their
mobile version of "Crash Tag Team Racing" on U.S. wireless networks.
The game is based on a console title in the Crash Bandicoot
franchise, developed by Sony Computer Entertainment's Naughty Dog
studio.
http://about.iplay.com/article.jsp?NID=110&NYID=2005
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o CNET News.com
Reports from DEMXPO Conference in Los Angeles
Century City, Calif. - CNET News.com this week reported from the
Digital Entertainment and Media Expo conference (DEMXPO), a two-day
conference that brought together entertainment and technology
executives in Los Angeles. The event drew representatives from both
major technology firms and the Hollywood movie studios, major record
labels and television networks. The veteran entertainment industry
firms "are still a big part of the game," Conrad Teran, president of
online video distributor iSeeTV, told News.com. "They will never be
irrelevant."
http://tinyurl.com/dm3on
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Quality Assurance Manager - Bethesda,
MD
Epok Inc, a software development company headquartered in
Bethesda, MD, is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager. The QA
Manager will oversee the planning and execution of Quality
Assurance activities for all Epok products. Required: 3 - 5
years QA mgmt exp, 6 - 10 years overall QA exp, Strong
background in testing software infrastructure products for
large enterprise environments, Expert level understanding of
QA methodologies and tools, Demonstrated experience planning,
building, and running large test environments, Demonstrated
experience with evaluating, selecting, and developing
automated test tools, Strong management skills of test teams.
Please send resumes to
amy.ashker@epok.net
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Public Relations Account Executive -
Germantown, MD
DPR Group (http://www.dprgroup.com),
a successful, full-service public relations agency, is looking
to add experienced public relations professionals at our
headquarters in Germantown, Maryland. DPR Group represents a
broad range of high-tech clients including software
developers, system integrators, electronics manufacturers, and
government contractors. DPR offers a competitive salary,
excellent benefits, and a great environment for talented,
hardworking people. Please send resumes to:
careersmd@dprgroup.com
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Project Manager
Gorvis Communications is a leading provider of interactive
Internet strategies and print marketing. We differentiate from
others with our comprehensive approach to client services,
providing website, print, email, presentation, and
logo/branding design. We are seeking a project manager with
experience managing and implementing full web and print
campaigns, while providing exceptional client service and
meeting key business goals. Requirements: 5-8 years in similar
position; agency experience; ability to manage multiple
projects. Send resumes to:
opportunities@qorvis.com
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HR Communication Manager - San Jose, CA
This person will create a communication strategy to drive the
key mission and focus of Human Resources throughout the
organization. Responsible for creating strong, effective and
engaging communication from HR to the employees of eBay.
Included in this role would be all communication that deals
with: Benefits and Compensation, Stock, Promotions and
executive new hires, Change management, Training and
Development. The HR communication manager will work closely
with the SVP of HR and the HR leadership team to build a
strong, effective approach to communication. Submit resumes at
http://www.PostTrak.com/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R2618115104534
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Sales/Marketing/PR Assistant
As a Sales/Marketing/PR Assistant, you will be a key member of
a growing organization that delivers high quality, value-added
Information Technology services and solutions worldwide. You
will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting
competitive intelligence, and providing senior mgmt. with high
quality decision support information. Require: BS or BA degree
in business, marketing, journalism or communication, 0-1 year
of sales, marketing and public relations experience,
preferably in the Information Technology. High proficiency in
performing advanced database analysis, spreadsheet
development, graphic presentations, word processing and their
integration. It is an internship with training and career
growth opportunities. Please submit your resume in
word format or PDF to
recruiting@businessexpo.biz
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Marketing Manager - Pleasanton, CA
We are a private, venture-funded, technology company focused
on adding experiential learning to corporate and consumer
technical training programs. We are looking for a proactive,
energetic Marketing Manager. The Marketing Manager is
responsible for the development, implementation, and
management of all our marketing initiatives and will drive
marketing efforts with the company's strategic partners,
especially OEMs and resellers. This position will execute the
marketing plan developed by the VP of Marketing and supports
our revenue goals for specified target accounts and markets.
Send resumes to
micheleh@toolwire.com
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Systems Engineer
(Digital Media)- NationalGeographic.com
Description: National Geographic Society seeks Systems
Engineer (for Digital Media) to install, configure, test,
diagnose & repair Windows, Mac, & Linux servers/workstations
for our leading edge Media Asset Management System. Prefer
degree & 6 yrs exp managing mixed environment. Requires MCSE
&/or CNE or equivalent & ability to lift up to 50 lbs. &
move equipment. Comprehensive salary w/ full benefits. EOE.
For info & to apply see
www.nationalgeographic.com
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Database
Engineer - NationalGeographic.com
National Geographic Society seeks a Database Engineer to
administer our leading edge Media Asset Management System
using a MS SQL dbase, storage systems, & nearline tape
storage. Prefer degree & 6 yrs exp w/ MS SQL db & media
related applications. MCSA or MCDBA or equivalent required.
Comprehensive salary w/ full benefits. EOE. For more info &
to apply go to
www.nationalgeographic.com
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Java Developer - Javien Digital
Payment Solutions, Inc. - McLean, VA
Join the leader in e-commerce solutions for digital content
sales. Javien is a fast-
growing technology company seeking developers with five
years of experience
in Java technologies including Servlets, iBatis, Webservices,
AXIS and JMX.
Experience in MySQL required. E-commerce application
experience preferred.
Submit resume and cover letter to
jobs@javien.com
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Sr. GUI Engineer - HireStrategy
A Maryland based start up is currently seeking a Sr. GUI
Engineer. The qualified candidate should have 5-8 years of
experience and should have relevant project work in the
following areas: Network security, network acceptable usage,
network audit, network content filtering. The candidates
must have experience with HTML, Macromedia Flash, C++
_JavaScript, familiarity with Linux/Apache environment and a
track record of building successful GUIs and/or portfolio to
look at. If interested, please submit your resume to
jobs@hirestrategy.com, or
click the link to view this position on the web,
http://www.hirestrategy.com/quicklinks/hire306.asp
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Program Manager - Chantilly, VA
SpectraRep is seeking a Program Manager who will manage
multiple project
processes. Responsibilities include: developing and managing
a program plan,
defining and ensuring project deliverables, managing
expectations and
relationships, managing multiple project teams, managing
tasks to a schedule
with the team, and providing feedback to team members.
Requirements: a
Bachelors degree or equivalent, preferably in an IT-related
field, and at least 4-10 years of program/project management experience, and
strong leadership and
communications skills. Send resumes to:
tbuono@bia.com For more info:
http://www.spectrarep.com/jobs.htm
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Sales Executive -
Suburban MD
Fast growing instructional design and multimedia company in
Germantown, MD seeks an experienced sales executive to build
our client list. MetaMedia produces training and
communications programs in a variety of media including
video-based DVD and CD-ROM, the Web, and print. You must
have a proven track record closing large accounts, and
strong written and verbal communication skills. A strong
history selling training services will be given additional
consideration. Respond to
resumes@metamediausa.com
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Developer/Quality Assurance Specialist
(DW1489) - NPR Online
Join the team that builds the key
infrastructure behind one of the top news sites on the web,
drives its industry-leading podcasts, and is creating the
future of mobile media. National Public Radio seeks an
Application Developer/QA Specialist to develop web
applications and improve QA processes. Requirements include
three years of experience in testing and developing web
applications. Technologies include Java, Struts/JSP, Oracle,
CVS, ANT, PHP. Perl is a plus. Send resumes to
employment@npr.org
or fax (202) 513-3047
http://www.npr.org/about/jobs
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Sr. Marketing
Communications Director
The role of Sr. Director, Marketing Communications and Brand
Management is to enhance the KLA-Tencor brand and to create
a strong link between the company's branding/messaging
efforts and revenue/share growth. The Sr. Director will
create and foster an environment where corporate marketing,
sales, service, and product
marketing are aligned for success. Send resumes to:
ruta.joshi@kla-tencor.com
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Third Annual Micro and Small
Payments Conference – NYC – December 6, 2005
On December 6th,senior executives from
7-Eleven, American Express, CNET, Dunkin' Brands, First Data, IBM,
MasterCard, Microsoft, Napster, Ritz Camera, Sony, Sprint, Virgin
Mobile, Visa and many more are gathering to discuss the future of
small ticket commerce at the Grand Hyatt in New York City. The one
day event focuses on executable strategies for the rapidly growing
small payments and micropayments sector. For more information,
including agenda, speakers and registration, please visit:
www.smallpaymentsconference.com
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