Trials of new interactive TV technology promises to demonstrate vivid, interactive web based programming content via existing standard cable set-top boxes.The new interactive services are being showcased by cable operator and the BroadbandTV Group, a joint venture between YooMedia and ICTV. Following lab testing the new technology is being rolled out in live trials, scheduled… Continue reading New Technology Promises Rich Interactive TV

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

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

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

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

Brett Gosper, president of Omnicom TBWA\New York has left the agency to rejoin Interpublic Group’s McCann Erickson assuming the position of president of the US company. The new expanded role will see Gosper focus on McCann New York as well as working on key multinational accounts. Gosper left McCann a year ago to join Omnicom,… Continue reading Gosper Rejoins McCann

Independent News and Media (INM) announced today the appointment of Martin Lindsay as editor of the Belfast Telegraph, succeeding Edmund Curran who has been appointed editor-in-chief of INM’s newspaper titles in Northern Ireland. Lindsay takes up the post after 12 years as editor and general manager of the Telegraph’s, sister paper, Sunday Life. During his… Continue reading INM Appoints Lindsay As Editor Of Belfast Telegraph