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Mediconsult.com, a leading provider of consumer health marketing, in partnership with Novartis Consumer Health Canada Inc., has launched Habitrol.com, a comprehensive web-based program designed to help smokers quit. The cutting-edge platform offers a tailored, phased approach to smoking cessation, combining education, support, and medical information to aid visitors
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The way we buy and consume music is set to change dramatically with the rise of the Internet and online music distribution. As global record sales continue to soar, the major record companies are facing a threat from new forms of online distribution, including web-based music stores and online marketplaces.
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IBM and Equifax, two prominent companies, have joined forces to introduce a digital certificate solution that brings trust to e-business transactions. This innovative technology addresses the pressing need for secure online commerce, allowing customers to confidently identify entities and protect sensitive information. IBM Vault Registry, a digital certificate software solution,
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Excite Inc. has secured $21 million in advertising revenues through agreements with Netscape, marking high early demand for keyword, directory, channel, and sponsorship opportunities. The partnership, one of the largest on the Internet, grants Excite the right to sell and program search, directory, and channels for Netscape NetCenter. In conjunction
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GE Information Services Inc (GEIS) has entered into a long-term alliance with WorldCom Inc to manage the network transport operations of its global electronic commerce and data interchange networks. The agreement, which spans five years, aims to increase GEIS's global points of presence by 300% and provide seamless
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Netscape Communications Corporation and Deja News, Inc. announced a partnership to integrate Netscape's popular DevEdge discussion forums into Deja News, a leading online discussion platform. The agreement enables Internet users worldwide to access and participate in ongoing DevEdge discussions about Netscape Communicator 5.0, the mozilla.org initiative,
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CountryNet, a new online information service, was launched by Arthur Andersen, The Economist Intelligence Unit, and Craighead Publications to provide essential information for expatriates, international road warriors, and global nomads. This comprehensive resource covers 84 countries, offering detailed information on social, political, cultural, and tax-related topics. The service aims to
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CNET's award-winning technology news site NEWS.COM has partnered with AvantGo, Inc. to provide articles to handheld users via AvantGo's "Web To Go" software. This collaboration allows mobile professionals with handheld devices to access NEWS.COM's latest technology and business articles, including
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Current Analysis, a leading provider of online competitive intelligence and analysis, has formed a partnership with CommerceNet, the premier industry association for promoting and building electronic global commerce solutions on the Internet. As part of this agreement, Current Analysis will provide CommerceNet members with up-to-the-minute analysis of the Internet commerce
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Cisco Systems, the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet, and Mirror Image Internet, a leading provider of comprehensive Internet caching solutions, have announced an agreement to extend the benefits of Internet caching to access providers and end-users. The partnership authorizes Mirror Image to resell Cisco's Cache Engine
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NTN Communications Inc. has secured an extra $100,000 in funding from Omnigon to cover the operational costs of its online gaming subsidiary, IWN Inc. This additional funding comes on the heels of the initial $100,000 investment received by IWN in April 1998. NTN and Omnigon are finalizing a
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Seabourn Cruise Line, renowned for its luxury cruise vacations, launched its official website in May 1998, providing an interactive platform for travelers and travel agents to explore the world of Seabourn. The website featured approximately 100 pages, offering comprehensive information on ships, itineraries, destinations, and shore excursions, among other aspects
