The merger discussions currently being held between media giant Aegis and French prospector Publicis have led to a number of interested parties consulting with advisers, sparking rumours of an impending tussle for control of the firm amongst city insiders.Reports over the weekend claimed that British market research specialist Taylor Nelson Sofres, American-owned Omnicom and French… Continue reading Rivals Mull Battle With Publicis Over Aegis

MediaTel Group has promoted J-ET business manager Katie Grist, to the position of associate director.Katie joined MediaTel Group in 1988 from Business Link, working initially with the company’s MediaTel.co.uk media intelligence product.When the company won the contract to develop and manage J-ET, the UK radio industry’s electronic trading system, Katie took on a role as… Continue reading MediaTel Group Promotes J-ET Boss

United Business Media (UBM) has announced the appointment of Steve Weitzner as chief executive of CMP Media, the company’s electronics and online media arm.The new role sees Weitzner replace current chief executive Gary Marshall. The move sees Weitzner rise from his position as chief operating officer, which he has held since 2002.Amongst his achievements in… Continue reading United Business Media Announces New CMP Chief

United Business Media (UBM) has appointed Steve Weitzner to chief executive of CMP Media, the company’s electronics and online media arm. The new role sees Weitzner replace current chief executive Gary Marshall, with Weitzner rising from his position as chief operating officer. Commenting on his appointment David Levin, chief executive of UBM, said: “Our strategy… Continue reading UBM Appoints Weitzner As Chief Executive Of CMP Media

Internet protocol television (IPTV) is expected to enjoy a massive surge in growth in China, with the 2008 Olympic games representing a strong trigger for initial uptake of the medium within the region. According to high tech market research firm In-Stat, IPTV subscribers in China will reach about 18 million by 2010, up from around… Continue reading Olympics To Boost China’s IPTV Market

Bluetooth, the short-range wireless device for voice and data transmission, is continuing to gain popularity, with In-Stat revealing that 2005 will be the fourth consecutive year in which Bluetooth-enabled product shipments more than double. According to In-Stat, Bluetooth shipments are forecast to reach 866 million in 2009, rising by 550 million from the 316 million… Continue reading Bluetooth Products Continue Strong Growth

Trinity Mirror has launched two new free weekly newspapers in the Warwick and Leamington Spa areas of the Midlands, bringing the company’s total number of publications for the region to 43.The new titles, the Warwick Times and Royal Leamington Spa Times, will be published by Coventry Newspapers, adding to Trinity’s portfolio in the area, which… Continue reading Trinity Launches Two New Regional Titles

Mobile phone operator Orange has unveiled the first usage figures for its mobile-TV service, with reality show Big Brother topping the charts as the platform’s most watched show.The mobile firm’s statistics show the programme’s live stream achieving a 30% share of the available audience for both its launch and finale screenings via its 3G based… Continue reading Big Brother Tops Charts For Mobile Viewing

Several MPs in ITV’s Border region are set to challenge culture secretary Tessa Jowell’s plans for digital switchover, claiming there is “complete uncertainty” over the Government’s plans to assist those who cannot afford new equipment required for the change.Speaking to Broadcast, Liberal Democrat MP for Berwick upon Tweed, Alan Beith explained: “So far [the Government]… Continue reading Switchover Plan Slammed By Border MPs

French advertising group, Publicis Group has confirmed that is has held “preliminary conversations” about a possible offer for UK media and market research group Aegis. In a statement to the City last night, Publicis explained that its discussions were “extremely premature” and are not necessarily building towards an offer for Aegis. Publicis’ confirmation marks an… Continue reading Publicis Group Confirms Offer For Aegis