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PDLN Berlin focused on DSM implementation opportunities
Over 60 PDLN members and guests were at the PDLN Berlin conference, which focused on implications of the new DSM directive on media monitoring. The directive is new and the many opportunities it creates are still being explored.
WPP shortlists final bidders for Kantar
Reuters reports that WPP has shortlisted a series of U.S. buyout funds to submit binding bids for a majority stake in its data analytics unit Kantar as it wants to finalise the sale in late June. Four private equity firms are in the running and it is expected to be finalised towards the end of June.
Evaluating the Challenge
The PDLN media evaluation seminar in Brussels on 26th March saw presentations from Infomedia, PMG, CFC and Belga, with ad hoc contributions from NLA, CLA, CEDRO, NLI, and APA. Dutch financial daily HFD joined as a guest.
Ingo Kästner appointed as Managing Director of PMG Presse-Monitor
PMG have announced some immediate management changes; Ingo Kästner has replaced Dr. Oliver Graßy. Ingo Kästner (52) joined the company in 2011 as Commercial Director. "We would like to thank Oliver Graßy for the very successful service in which he set important milestones for PMG.
Copyright Wars – Portugal
The battle to establish licensing in Portugal entered a new phase last week with court hearings between PDLN member Visapress and Cision Portugal, who object to the Visapress licence, despite its acceptance by most other MMOs. The argument is already 9 years old.
DSM expert confirmed for PDLN Berlin
PMG have confirmed a 6th guest speaker for the Berlin conference. Dr. Ole Jani is an outstanding specialist for the EU neighbouring rights. He specializes in consulting companies and associations of the digital economy. He has particular