Macrovision® Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced that it has completed its acquisition of All Media Guide Holdings, Inc. (AMG). AMG is one of the world’s largest providers of information databases and metadata for entertainment products (music, movies, and games) as well as solutions that support the recognition, discovery and management of digital media.
Combined Companies to Revolutionize and Speed Delivery of Digital Home Entertainment Services
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) and Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMST) today announced the two companies have signed a definitive agreement for Macrovision to acquire Gemstar-TV Guide in a cash and stock transaction. The aggregate value of the transaction to Gemstar-TV Guide stockholders, based on the closing price for the Macrovision stock on December 6, 2007, is approximately $2.8 billion.
Company Grants License to integrate Macrovision’s Connected Platform into next generation Digital Set Top Boxes
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced a license agreement with a leading set top box manufacturer which provides the licensee rights to utilize Macrovision’s Connected Platform within its digital set top boxes in the North America cable market. The agreement is intended to advance the development of next-generation set-top boxes that allow consumers to access, share and manage digital content within their homes.
Macrovision® Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced that it has completed its acquisition of SPDC™ (Self-Protecting Digital Content) technology from Cryptography Research, Inc. (CRI), a San Francisco-based R&D organization focused on solving complex security problems. SPDC forms the basis of BD+, a key element of Blu-ray’s content security platform. The technology acquisition, announced November 19, 2007, includes certain CRI patents, security software code, and related third party customer and partner agreements.
Technology Selected as Standard by Blu-ray for Content Security Platform Known as BD+
Macrovision Corporation (Nasdaq: MVSN) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire certain technology assets from Cryptography Research, Inc. (CRI), the San Francisco-based R&D organization focused on solving complex security problems. Upon closing of the transaction, Macrovision will own the SPDC™ (Self-Protecting Digital Content) technology, which formed the basis of BD+, a key element of Blu-ray’s content security platform. The purchase includes certain CRI’s patents, security software code, and related third party customer and partner agreements. Macrovision will also hire certain CRI employees involved in the technology. Macrovision will hold a conference call to discuss the transaction today at 1:00pm Eastern time; see dial-in information below.
Company Signs Agreement To Acquire All Media Guide Holdings, Inc.
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) announced today third quarter revenues of $76.8 million compared to $58.1 million for the third quarter of 2006. US GAAP net income was $14.1 million compared to $7.2 million for the third quarter of 2006. Diluted GAAP earnings per share for the quarter were $0.26, compared to $0.14 for the third quarter of 2006.
Acquisition of a Leading Provider of Information Databases for Music, Movies, and Video Games Extends Macrovision’s Solutions for Monetizing Digital Content across Wide Array of Audiences
Macrovision Corporation (Nasdaq: MVSN) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire All Media Guide Holdings, Inc. (“AMG”). AMG is one of the world’s largest providers of information databases and metadata for entertainment products (music, movies, and games) as well as solutions that support the recognition, discovery and management of digital media. Founded in 1991, AMG is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is privately-held. The acquisition is subject to customary conditions to closing, including review under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act, and is expected to close by the end of 2007.
The company makes the cut as one of Forbes’ America 200 Best Small Companies
Recently named as one of America’s 200 Best Small Companies in Forbes Magazine, Macrovision® Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) further strengthened its position as a key partner for consumer electronic manufacturers and entertainment content providers that are eager to make the move from physical to digital distribution of content.
‘One Deal a Day’ site increases customer selection with expanded catalog of casual games
Game du Jour, the only “one deal a day” website for casual PC games, announces it has signed up as an Affiliate to distribute games from Macrovision Corporation’s games network. Under the terms of the agreement, Game du Jour customers will have access to Macrovision’s extensive catalog of games as well as one great deal a day on some of the most popular casual games available.
Macrovision software with NXP Semiconductors media processor chip PNX1500, designed to DLNA guidelines, provides networking solution for consumer electronic devices
Macrovision® Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced that its Network Media Player Software, tested on a media player with NXP Semiconductors' PNX1500 media processor chip, is compliant with the expanded Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) Networked Device Interoperability Guidelines Certification and Logo Program announced earlier this week. Macrovision and NXP Semiconductors are among the first companies to have their components of a certified device obtain DLNA® guidelines.
Motorola Inc. (NYSE: MOT) and Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced a renewed agreement to make Macrovision’s analog copy protection (ACP) technology available in Motorola’s portfolio of set-tops. This collaboration facilitates seamless mobility and the accelerated adoption of new devices and services in the digital home.
Board Authorizes Additional $60 Million Share Repurchase
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced that it has repurchased the remaining $50 million worth of shares under its existing $100 million repurchase program authorized in August 2006. Macrovision also announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the Company to purchase up to an additional $60 million worth of shares of common stock in the open market or otherwise, as conditions warrant.
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced second quarter revenues of $57.1 million compared to $58.3 million for the second quarter of 2006. US GAAP net income was $2.5 million compared to $6.8 million for the second quarter of 2006. Diluted GAAP earnings per share for the quarter were $0.05, compared to $0.13 for the second quarter of 2006.
New Versions of Games Products Help Enable Publishers to Take Advantage of Digital Distribution and Viral Marketing
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced an enhanced security capability, Asymmetric Code Blending, exclusively available from Macrovision in the latest versions of its games products, ActiveMARK® and SafeDisc® Advanced. The new security feature intertwines product security code and game code to produce a more secure game, helping to provide game publishers with more confidence to distribute games through their channel of choice, whether it is online or on retail shelves.
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ:MVSN) announced preliminary second quarter 2007 revenue in a range of between $57 million and $59 million, versus $58.3 million reported in the second quarter of 2006. The Company previously provided second quarter revenue estimates of between $65 million and $68 million.
Initial retail game titles and content protection provided through new agreement
GameTap, the first-of-its-kind broadband entertainment network from Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. (TBS, Inc.), and Macrovision Corporation are working together to make games available online for download and purchase through GameTap's new digital storefront.
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ:MVSN) announced today an organizational realignment to sharpen the company's focus on long-term growth, capturing market opportunities, and better serving its customers. The new organization structure includes the creation of the following four business units: "Embedded Solutions," "Entertainment," "Distribution and Commerce" and "Software."
Publishers Have Better Control over Content Access and Distribution; Consumers Gain Additional Options for Viewing and Purchasing Online Content
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced two solutions for information publishers to digitally package, sell, control and distribute their digital goods and services based on the needs of consumers. These two solutions, Content Access Control and Digital Commerce, include Macrovision's latest product releases of RightAccess and RightCommerce, which can help information publishers expand the ways in which consumers are given access to data.
Scientific Atlanta Will Use Macrovision's Digital Home Media Solution to Develop New Wireless Devices for Connected Home Convergence
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced an agreement with Scientific Atlanta, a Cisco company, to enable Scientific Atlanta to integrate Macrovision's digital home media solution into several Scientific Atlanta platforms, including cable/IP set-top boxes, cable modems, residential gateways and WiMax modems. The agreement is intended to advance the development of next-generation consumer devices that can enable the convergence of content on connected home devices.
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) announced today record first quarter revenues of $65.2 million compared to $57.0 million for the first quarter of 2006. US GAAP net income was $5.7 million compared to $2.5 million for the first quarter of 2006. Diluted GAAP earnings per share for the quarter were $0.11, compared to $0.05 for the first quarter of 2006.
Activision's PC games will be available to online portals on Macrovision's games network
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced an agreement with Activision Inc. to digitally distribute a catalog of its PC games on Macrovision's games network.
Macrovision's comprehensive solutions provide game publishers with cost-effective tools for packaging, protecting and distributing content
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today introduced two new solutions: Game Access Control and Game Promotion and Loyalty to help game publishers quickly package and distribute their games to optimize their product revenue and meet consumer demands.
Netflix, BitTorrent and Instant Media work with Macrovision to Expand Consumer Choice in the Consumption of Digital Content
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced that it has signed agreements with online video providers, which will use Macrovision's content protection technology to provide content owners and consumer electronic manufacturers more flexibility in how they deliver high quality content to consumers. Netflix, BitTorrent, Movielink and Instant Media will all employ Macrovision's Analog Copy Protection (ACP) technology as part of their distribution of movies and videos on their websites.
Disney-Branded Casual Games Now Available Through Macrovision's European and Australian Games Network
The Walt Disney Internet Group (WDIG) and Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced that WDIG has signed an agreement with Macrovision to digitally distribute Disney-branded casual games in Europe and Australia via Macrovision's games network. The agreement extends WDIG's reach in the downloadable casual games market and gives families a convenient, user-friendly network through which to download their favorite games.
Macrovision's ACP and RipGuard DVD provide comprehensive DVD protection for both major piracy threats faced by video content copyright owners
Macrovision® Corporation (Nasdaq: MVSN) today announced that HIT Entertainment Limited, the world's leading independent children's producer and rights owner, has integrated Macrovision's DVD protection into its UK video portfolio. HIT Entertainment has licensed RipGuard DVD™, which combined with Macrovision Analogue Content Protection (ACP) technology, offers protection from both digital and analogue copyright theft.
Company's Review of Stock Option Practices with U.S. Attorney's Office and Sec Completed
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) announced today record fourth quarter revenues of $74.1 million compared to $61.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2005. US GAAP net income was $16.6 million compared to $4.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2005. Diluted GAAP earnings per share for the quarter were $0.31, compared to $0.09 for the fourth quarter of 2005.
Macrovision Providing Digital Commerce Foundation for Leading UK Broadcasting Network
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced that Channel Four Television Corporation (Channel 4), a leading public service broadcaster operating in the United Kingdom, has deployed Macrovision's Digital Commerce Solution, including core products RightAccess and RightCommerce, to provide the ecommerce infrastructure for its new Video On-Demand (VOD) service.
Solutions Helps Corporate IT Reduce Costs and Optimize Software Spending; ISVs Increase Revenue and Auditing Productivity
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced the availability of two new solutions that provide independent software vendors (ISVs) and corporate IT with a centralized view of how and where software applications are being used throughout the enterprise. The solutions provide Corporate IT and software vendors with an automated system to track software license usage in order to reduce the inaccuracy and guess-work associated with manual license tracking and enable a more efficient way of capturing customer usage and anticipating software expenses.
Participation in the Citrix Ready Initiative will Streamline the Distribution of Packaged and Licensed Software Applications within Citrix Environments
Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) today announced that it has joined the Citrix® Alliance Partner program as a Solution Partner. The program includes best-of-breed vendors that can deliver solutions which are complementary to the Citrix Application Delivery Infrastructure. Macrovision, through its participation in the program, will collaborate with Citrix to offer enterprise customers integrated IT solutions for the access and delivery of software programs over the network through the Citrix portal.
Leading Indian Satellite Television Service Chooses Macrovision to Deliver Movies Securely
Building on leading media companies' adoption of advanced technology to capitalize on the growth of digital content, Macrovision Corporation (NASDAQ: MVSN) is enabling its partners to create value in new distribution channels. Tata Sky Ltd., the joint venture from TATA and STAR, today announced that it has selected Macrovision technology to enable it to deliver protected blockbuster movies to consumers through its satellite television network in India.
Acquisition to Drive Consumer Access to Digital Content on Entertainment Devices throughout the Home
Macrovision Corporation (Nasdaq: MVSN) today announced that, effective January 1, 2007, it acquired Mediabolic, Inc., a leading provider of software solutions for connected consumer electronics devices, such as televisions, set-top boxes and digital video recorders. Founded in 1999, Mediabolic was a privately-held company based in San Mateo, California.
