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She had her baby in November, so I would expect she's out until the beginning of the new year...at a minimum - 3 months is usual for maternity leave.
Neom won't say anything until the have to...as always.
I don't know, that's a pretty steep price to pay for a new website. Perhaps YA can loan us the money for it.
I agree if it is a new growth avenue then I'm all for it, it will increase our marketability ad actually let us compete instead of go against the grain.
Thanks Pop, that's what I thought.
So Neom is making new names up to pass it off as new technology?
Spike TV VGA Ads Contain Hidden QR Codes Leading To ‘Murder Your Maker’ [Updated]
http://gamerant.com/spike-tv-vga-ads-qr-codes-murder-your-dyce-54608/
...well, at least it's generating buzz in the younger demographics
Pop, is partial indirect similar to the redirect?
I think Ian took the slingshot with him.
So anyone think Ian got canned b/c Neom failed to file this prior art?
Does it really matter what they are talking about...the fact of the matter is that should have been published at least a year ago.
NeoMedia Publishes Definitive Guide To 2D Barcodes
{officially released by Neom)
http://neom.com/node/397
NeoMedia Publishes Definitive Guide To 2D Barcodes
White paper provides in-depth examination of symbologies, methodologies, best practices and implementation
Atlanta, November 30, 2010 - NeoMedia Technologies, Inc. (OTC BB: NEOM.OB), the global leader in mobile barcode scanning solutions, today announced the publication of ‘2D Barcodes – The Definitive Guide’; a comprehensive whitepaper exploring everything from the history and evolution of 2D barcodes to the many different variations available in the market today, their implementation and associated best practices. This includes counsel on the benefits and limitations of direct and indirect codes and the value of open versus proprietary standards. It also offers guidance on best practices for brands and agencies seeking to optimize their mobile barcode campaigns to achieve outstanding results.
“We have seen huge growth in the adoption of 2D barcodes by major global brands and retailers. The terminology and implementation options can be confusing for those exploring the possibilities offered by 2D barcodes. This white paper brings clarity to industry definitions, as well as helping to guide brands, agencies and retailers when it comes to their implementation choices. Education is an important step in the continued growth and proliferation of 2D barcodes,” said Laura Marriott, acting CEO, of NeoMediaTM.
The white paper, available to download from http://www.neom.com/resources/white_papers, is the accumulation of NeoMedia’s expertise and knowledge as market leaders in mobile barcode scanning solutions and intellectual property since the mid 1990s. With the 2D mobile barcode market continuing to mature, it will be important for continued market success to harmonize around an established set of definitions, guidelines and support for the entire ecosystem.
-ENDS-
About NeoMedia:
NeoMedia Technologies, Inc. is the global market leader in 2D mobile barcode technology and infrastructure solutions that enable the mobile barcode ecosystem world-wide. Its technology platform transforms mobile devices with cameras into barcode scanners, enabling a range of practical and engaging applications including consumer oriented advertising, mobile ticketing and couponing, and business-to-business commercial track and trace solutions.
NeoMedia’s suite of products, services and extensive IP portfolio means it is the only provider able to offer customers a comprehensive end-to-end mobile code solution. NeoMedia’s current customers include handset manufacturers, platform providers, brands and agencies looking to offer pioneering mobile barcode solutions to their customer base.
NeoMedia’s product portfolio includes: mobile barcode management & infrastructure solutions, barcode reader solutions, Mobile Coupon & Affiliate Marketing, Mobile Ticketing & POS Integration and IP Licensing. Learn more at www.neom.com.
For more information please contact:
NeoMedia
Camellia Zarbhanelian / Ryan Waters
+44 207 751 4444
press@neom.com
you were right, I edited the number.
Good for you on making something. I for one can't muster up the faith to invest anything more into this. I'm looking for a somewhat decent recovery...likely bail on the next decent PR if there ever is one.
Can't take it anymore!
What in the Sam Hill is going on?!?!?!
Seriously, 33mil pre-split volume and rebound from 40% drop??
Also, white papers now accessible on website
http://neom.com/resources/white_papers
and the newsletter signup feature from this morning is now gone.
http://neom.com/
Scanbuy and MobileTag removed from customer list last week (and still is)
http://neom.com/partners/customers
...But still listed here as customers.
http://neom.com/products/ip_licensing_customers
Are there f-ing monkeys running this place!!! This qoute sums this POS up fairly nice...
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=56334025
So with another patent re-exam of essentially our core business model...is it safe to assume we will likely not attract a decent CEO?
I agree, I thought by now everyone would have assumed we'd be screwed over again somehow. The realty must be hitting home.
I guess Neom and it's most recent 10 month old start-up heavy lifter has it's work cut out with signing these awesome deals to stablize the pps.
Not posted on Neom website and I'm getting a 'damaged file' when trying to open via the link on the article.
Anyone else getting the same issue?
as of 12pm, nothing posted
http://neom.com/resources/white_papers
Fan-freakin-tastic
unbelievable.
and I assume we'll be getting funding by the end of the week too.
Marriott has a baby and O'Leary is likely running things...not really surprised i guess.
Did Neom always have a newsletter?
Lower right corner of homepage.
http://neom.com/
3000% gain for people willing to invest another dime (literally) in this company.
I for one am not getting raped again, I'm in 'recover at least $200' mode right now. Not really $200, but you catch my drift.
Who knows, Ian was probably the one that updated the site and now that he's gone no one knows how to do it, thus accidentally deleting them.
Only 1 of 2 ways to not be a customer anymore, and that's by cancelling the license. Either we cancelled it or they did under one of these terms:
License termination agreements:
Scanbuy:
The NeoMedia license granted in this section to Scanbuy shall terminate: if Scanbuy fails to make any payments due and owing pursuant to Section 3, which the Parties agree is a material breach of this Agreement, unless cured within thirty (30) days of notice by NeoMedia of such failure; or upon Scanbuy’s petition for relief under any bankruptcy legislation; or upon Scanbuy’s cessation of doing business; or upon any other material breach of this Agreement by Scanbuy; or upon breach of Scanbuy’s representation and warranty that it has the right to settle the 2009 Lawsuit on behalf of MFR; or upon breach of Section 2.4 by Scanbuy. For the avoidance of doubt, the Scanbuy license granted to NeoMedia shall not terminate, but the Scanbuy sublicense granted to NeoMedia is terminable as described in Section 2.4.
http://yahoo.brand.edgar-online.com/EFX_dll/EDGARpro.dll?FetchFilingHtmlSection1?SectionID=6846195-7636-45964&SessionID=Qha3HSsb1gaFRA7
Mobile Tag:
The license granted in this section to Mobile Tag shall terminate: if Mobile Tag fails to make any payments due and owing pursuant to Paragraph 3, which the Parties agree is a material breach of this Agreement, unless cured within thirty (30) days of notice by NeoMedia of such failure; or upon Mobile Tag’s petition for relief under any bankruptcy legislation; or upon Mobile Tag’s cessation of doing business; or upon any other material breach of this Agreement by Mobile Tag.
or
The Term of this Agreement shall be an initial three (3) years, with automatic extensions of one year if Mobile Tag is compliant and up to date with all provisions of the Agreement, as determined by NeoMedia in its sole discretion. Mobile Tag’s payment obligation under this Agreement will cease in the event that claims of the Licensed Patents are found to be invalid or unenforceable with no appeal remaining, such that Mobile Tag does not practice the remaining Licensed Patents; or with the last to expire of the Licensed Patents; or in the events described in the § 2.2 termination provisions of the Agreement; but not as to then accrued payment obligations. After one (1) year from the Effective Date and before expiration of the Term, in the event Mobile Tag ceases to operate within the Field of Use, Mobile Tag may terminate this Agreement by providing NeoMedia with written notice and payment of an Early Termination Fee of twenty-five percent (25%) of the total annual payment for the respective Year as stated in Exhibit D. Termination will be effective as of the date of payment of the Early Termination Fee.
http://yahoo.brand.edgar-online.com/EFX_dll/EDGARpro.dll?FetchFilingHtmlSection1?SectionID=6720777-6522-31763&SessionID=5LklHjM7t3WLn47
WORST INVESTMENT EVER
Thank you Neomedia board memebers and exec staff for not having the balls to take this company for the ride it deserves.
screw a bunch of YA
Dual Function QR Code
http://2d-code.co.uk/dual-function-qr-code/
interesting use
It’s a Mobile Holiday Season for Retailers
November 23, 2010 in Barcodes, Mobile Marketing | Tags: 2D barcodes, Amazon.com, mobile barcodes, mobile retail, Sears, Target, Toys R Us | by Matthew Valleskey
http://mobilenextbigthing.biz/2010/11/23/it%E2%80%99s-a-mobile-holiday-season-for-retailers/
You don’t need to look far to see that mobile retail is all the rage this holiday season. A recent Wall Street Journal article” “Retailers Look to Mobile to Help Boost Holiday Sales,” states that “Mobile commerce sales in the U.S. will grow to $3.7 billion this year, with most of the buying coming in the holiday season, according to a study by ABI Research, which tracks the eCommerce industry.”
The reason is simple — consumers are starting to recognize the power of their mobile devices not only to search the Web and take photos, but also to research and buy products. According to the National Retail Federation, “more than one-fourth of Americans who have a smartphone will use their mobile device to shop for gifts, compare prices and research products (or read reviews, buy merchandise, find nearby stores…the opportunities are truly endless).”
There are many benefits of integrating mobile into your marketing and advertising campaigns. In addition to boosting sales, mobile opens opportunities for up-sell and cross-sell, increases customer loyalty, gives consumers access to more detailed product information, and can draw customers into your store.
This year we are seeing more use of mobile barcodes in retailers’ holiday promotional campaigns. There are some interesting mobile barcode campaigns and shopping applications popping up already this year from big brands.
Here are a few examples of companies that are integrating mobile tactics this holiday season:
Sears has added QR codes to the print edition of its holiday Wish Book catalog that, when scanned, lead the consumer to additional product information and videos.
Target is also incorporating QR codes into its Holiday Toy Catalog with product information, videos and the opportunity to purchase items in the catalog directly from your mobile device.
Toys R Us has launched a mobile coupon campaign that sends mobile alerts to customers who want to visit ‘Toys R Us’ and shop with exclusive discounts.
Amazon.com is targeting in-store shoppers with its barcode scanner application that lets consumers compare in-store prices with Amazon.com and then allows them to purchase the item on the spot.
The key for mass adoption of mobile barcodes is going to be the interoperability of all these different technologies. Consumers will want to be able to scan these codes and they work — not worry about the technology behind it, or if they have the right application on their phone. The mobile barcode ecosystems needs to work together to get to the point that codes can be scanned and resolved no matter what app or scanner the consumer is using.
Will you be heading to the stores or will you turn to your mobile device to shop this holiday season? Let us know what mobile campaigns you are seeing out in the marketplace and what your experience is like with today’s mobile-powered shopping solutions.
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Low volume and we aren't in the red (same for yesterday)...wonder if the FBI raids sent a message to YA and YA stopped with the conversions...for the time being of course.
Julie
I believe Scanbuy can relicense Neom patents to anyone and Neom gets a cut of the revenue. Neom can relicense Scanbuy patents to anyone and gets to keep 100%, no rev share.
But, Scanbuy has yet to relicense any Neom patent.
The most important thing I took out of that article was that LM has already given birth, which means she's rightfully out on maternity...thus leaving us without a ship's captain or a 1st mate. Looks like O'Leary or Steinborn are helming the ship until she returns or someone is appointed.
Just my opinion of course.
Also, in the comments Bena is saying she'll get an interview with LM, but not before February (so is she out until Feb??)
If I were an animal I'd be the lowest of the food chain, since I'm getting so screwed as a shareholder :(
Nice find Pop, thanks.
Rumor has it these roller coaster seat belts were manufactured by YA. Hold on Tight!!
NeoMedia vs Scanbuy: Laura Marriott & Mike Wehrs in battle of CEOs
http://www.gomonews.com/neomedia-vs-scanbuy-laura-marriott-mike-wehrs-in-battle-of-ceos/
When two former heads of the MMA take positions as interim CEO’s of competing mobile barcode companies NeoMedia and Scanbuy, it might seem to be a coincidence. The departure of Iain McCready at CTIA this year makes it seem like happenstance; but, no, this was a tactical and calculated part of strategy for both companies.
Why?
Because just like fighting a war, NeoMedia and Scanbuy have been rivals in the mobile barcode space from day one.
The History
NeoMedia
NeoMedia was one of the early adopters in the mobile barcode space. Once it held an empire with high priced shares and a heinous reputation. This has now been replaced with a fiendish clasp on mobile patents and some interesting patent licensing deals globally. The promise is there, but the ability to execute has far from been achieved. With several CEO’s in the last four years; the company was its most stable under Iain McCready although basic ground level sales within operators have been rare.
Scanbuy
Scanbuy on the other hand, started its dive into the market by ignoring patents and diving immediately into content deals, operators and sales. Its tactics were to corner as much of the US market as possible, and to show the immediate success of mobile barcode uptake in the world. To be fair, with money from Motorola and leadership from then CEO Jonathan Buckley – this is exactly what the company did.
Mounting pressure and law suits saw the company somersault and then sign a patent licensing deal with NeoMedia. Many thought that the war between the companies was then at an end.
But the strategic appointment of two ex-Presidents of the Mobile Marketing Association, Laura Marriott and Mike Wehrs, proves that this war is far from over.
The Present
Success is not an easy thing to measure. At the moment, from the outside Scanbuy is triumphing in image and uptake. The introduction of Mike Wehrs as CEO shows that mobile advertising and marketing is the future of the company, and more global operator sales and uptake are crucial for the company to take the next step. The next step for Scanbuy is turning its operator deals into profit by innovating on concept and technology.
On the other hand, NeoMedia can win on licensing fees. It claims it is a technology company but this is not enough to make it a lucrative buyout business. What is missing is also global uptake and a brand image. The sales force at NeoMedia has failed in hitting the sweet spots of mobile operators, and the indispensable brands and agencies. Younger, fresher brands are having a greater success in this area with funkier, younger staff and the ability to adapt or create concepts on the fly.
As GoMo News is the leader of mobile barcode news, we have been approached by operators and brands and agencies for the best deal. During my sickness earlier this year; I was excited to receive an email from one of the biggest global agencies in the world. It read:
“Bena. We love GoMo News! We know you are ill and we don’t want to bother you; but please can you help us.
1. We have tried Scanbuy, NeoMedia, 3G Vision and we can’t decide which barcode solution to use. We were thinking of NeoMedia but no one has really supported us in the deal. 3G Vision has been exceptional and even though the reader didn’t win when we tested it 200 times on different devices; the support calmed our anxiety. Scanbuy is being used in the US and we were thinking of going with them because everyone else is.
2. Can you recommend or help?
Now, I get requests like this every second day. Because I am no longer a consultant and only do charity work for free; I just ignore them. But because the nature of the email sounded so “helpless” and the brand was SO huge – I couldn’t resist.
I also had the dilemma that I know everyone very well; but I did my best for the brand that contacted me. I pointed the brand to a very small New York based mobile barcode start-up. Three weeks later, I got a thank-you from the CMO. She was very happy. The service was great. The solution had been tailored to fit the brands needs and all the stops were pulled out on creativity for the project.
This told me then than anyone that wanted to win in the brands and agencies space had to think local and play local.
The battle of the CEO’s
So back to this battle of the CEO’s. As I am getting better; when I heard the news about Mike and Laura in opposing jobs I felt some sort of warm excitement that I haven’t felt about mobile barcodes for a while. This is because I know both of them and have interviewed or followed them for several years now. This is my personal account of each of them.
Laura Marriott
In 2006 and 2007, GoMo News wrote some strong and controversial articles about the Mobile Marketing Association. This made our early relationship with Laura strained. Laura would never speak to us without a PR agency in tow, and we felt that she might be too weak to take the MMA forward.
We were wrong.
Through the years we got on better and better with Laura, as we love success and the ability to show belief in what is being done. By the time Laura left the MMA was amazingly successful and she had managed to create a mini-empire. I always felt that Laura was the MMA, and was concerned with its growth when she left.
Laura Marriott at NeoMedia
Laura was on the board at NeoMedia and then became the CMO. As Iain left, I had expected one of the technical team in Germany to step in as acting CEO. Her appointment (even as acting CEO) is a direct response to the appointment of Mike Wehrs as CEO at Scanbuy. When I heard Laura was to be the CEO; I felt fear about her ability to deal with some boisterous shareholders. But then at the same time also joy for her, as it was a tricky challenge that she might enjoy.
NeoMedia has drowned itself in patents and technology; Iain did well with patent licensing but the company has failed in charm and sales. There is an opportunity here for Laura to turn it around. But this will not occur without a strong sales and marketing team. NeoMedia has been a largely male domain and fresh blood and some female charm will also bring the company to 2011.
Mike Wehrs
The first time I met Mike he was an Evangelist at Nuance; I was fuming at Nuance and hated the company. I felt Nuance was a joke and its mobile voice software didn’t work. It was using the success of its online products to infiltrate mobile, but the products being launched were sub standard. Every Nuance person I had dealt with was full US BS and never answered my questions.
Mike Wehrs was the first guy I met who spoke to me on my level. I remember going into the meeting feeling anger and coming out feeling that I understood Nuance vision. He can talk the hind legs off a donkey, and makes you start shaking your head in agreement with him.
This energy in Mike was not as powerful as it should have been at the MMA. I don’t think that he was suited as President – he wasn’t a brand and image person, but was better suited to a technology position. I was not surprised that his role in the MMA was so short lived.
Mike Wehrs at Scanbuy
When I heard Mike was now at Scanbuy, I nodded. This position is much better suited to him after Nuance than the MMA. It is a position that needs a good talker and a technology solutions thinker. This is what Scanbuy needs. It is in with the operators, and now it needs to get technical backing for its products to grow – with customized solutions, it will not be an “add on”, but a vital part of the infrastructure moving forward.
So who will be the best CEO?
Just before I got sick, I was leaving GoMo News, ending my directorship to become a shareholder and pursue other positions. I took on a contract as GM of mobile search and applications business Match2Blue in Germany. Then I was offered the General Manager position at a new mobile barcode business. When I was struck with cancer I was gutted about the mobile barcode position as I think I would have relished it. The new company has already been engulfed into German’s largest ad agency and that happened on one of the first sales calls. This was because good sales guys are hard to find. If things were different and I had become the GM of a mobile barcode firm I would have taken great pleasure in taking on both Mike and Laura at this time!
But things were not to be. As I get better, I fail to see any other mobile barcode company leaders that have the stamina and persona to take on these two. This means that a battle between both companies is inevitable.
But who will win?
Laura vs Mike.
Last week when I decided to write this article I contacted both Laura and Mike. I told them that I wanted to end an article I was writing on them with one question. The question was
“If you were an animal, which animal would it be?” I didn’t ask them to validate their animal answer; as I planned to make up my own conclusions. This is the result.
Laura Marriott: Lion Response
Mike Wehrs: Bottlenose Dolphin
The lion is a clever choice for Laura. She has just given birth and this does make women feel strong and liberated. Being a woman in a male dominated technology sector is very hard. I noted she said Lion and not lioness; which shows that she is well aware of how she must meet the NeoMedia challenge. But with a positive and dynamic mind she is saying that she is focused on what she wants and is in it to win it.I think Laura will start to humanise NeoMedia. She will finding the right team – and I don’t mean analysts or consultants vying for a percent of any sales price. I mean committed individuals that want the company to flourish.
The Bottlenose Dolphin is an advantageous choice for Mike. This type of dolphin is not only extremely clever, it can take on sharks and come out smiling. I find it very interesting that Mike chose a water animal as well. With more water than Earth it shows me that Mike is aware of the job ahead and will shift, swim and sail in order to win it.Mike has a more complicated task than Laura at NeoMedia. He needs to take the company to the next level; where Laura needs to give the company NeoMedia a personality. The end result for both CEO’s is the same – but both animals show strong determination and a mindset for success.
I tend to agree with you on that.
That's why I think it's a false hope statement. To most, since the qoute was squeezed into the Neom 'plan' paragraph, it would come off as it's related to Neom specifically.
Based on my losses, it's hope.
Since this keeps dropping like a ton of bricks, I'm going to keep dot connecting to give myself hope that I will at least recover 20% of my investment before I die.
So, with that said...
Why is it that Scanbuy appoints a board member/vice chairman specializing in the recruitment of Fortune 500 CEO's and board members....and Scanbuy still has no appointed CEO?
Well, looks like we finally hired someone for the product markeing position that's been open for over 2 months....or they just gave up.
http://neom.com/company/careers
I'll second that
Interview with Carol Horne, Social Media Officer at the Canadian Tourism Commission
Earlier this year, the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) wrapped itself around U.S. newspapers in an advertising campaign that brought print ads to life through the use of mobile barcodes. Carol Horne, the CTC’s Social Media Officer, joins MobileNextBigThing to talk about the campaign’s success.
It's an audio clip:
http://mobilenextbigthing.biz/2010/11/18/interview-with-carol-horne-social-media-officer-at-the-canadian-tourism-commission/
AT&T has their own app using MobileTag tech, so I would assume it would be their app.