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Leading Mobile Communications Company NTT DoCoMo to Present Keynote at



CALGARY, Mar 05, 2003 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) -- Wireless Connections 2003, a gathering of key representatives from the global wireless industry sponsored by KMPG LLP and Macleod Dixon LLP, is pleased to announce that leading mobile communications company NTT DoCoMo Inc. of Japan will join the lineup of keynote speakers at its two-day wireless conference in Calgary on May 29 and 30.

David Macdonald, executive advisor, DoCoMo i-mode Europe, B.V. will discuss the highlights of ubiquitous mobile Internet communication and its potential for adoption in North America in a keynote session entitled "i-mode Success". Conference attendees will learn about industry-specific applications and revenue opportunities for mobile multimedia, focusing on wireless Internet and the coordination of the i-mode ecosystem. Nearly 37 million of NTT DoCoMo's 42 million subscribers are currently using i-mode.

"Mobile multimedia is a multi-billion dollar market opportunity. This market is already thriving in Japan and is just now emerging elsewhere in Asia and Europe with the launch of i-mode there. i-mode gives important lessons on how to develop this opportunity in any market," said Macdonald. "NTT DoCoMo is pleased to be participating in Wireless Connections 2003 and we look forward to sharing our learnings and best practices with the North American market."

Other newly confirmed speakers include a progressive Finnish wireless carrier - Radionlinja, recognized for their leadership in driving content over wireless devices, and industry renowned 3G Consultant and Author, Tomi Ahonen who will comment on the latest developments of 3G technology. To view the latest conference agenda and to take advantage of early-bird registration rates prior to March 15, 2003, please visit www.wirelessconnections2003.com.

"Wireless Connections 2003 is pleased to welcome NTT DoCoMo as a keynote speaker, adding to our impressive lineup of presenters and panelists from across the global wireless industry," said Barb Richardson, chair of Wireless Connections 2003. "This is an excellent example of the provocative topics that will be explored at the conference as the industry strives for growth and innovation."

Wireless Connections 2003 would like to extend a special thank you to official event sponsors KPMG LLP and Macleod Dixon LLP; and to other partners and sponsors including Industry Canada, Haskayne School of Business, Fujitsu Consulting, SpringBank TechVentures, Western Economic Diversification Canada, and High Road Communications.

About Wireless Connections 2003

Wireless Connections 2003 is a two-day gathering of key representatives from the global wireless industry. Taking place in Calgary, Alberta - itself a hub of industry activity - in May 2003, Wireless Connections 2003 follows a successful premier event in 2001 to provide a forum for discussion of wireless trends and issues. With keynotes and presentations from global leaders including Nokia Americas, Oy Radiolinja Ab, NTT DoCoMo Inc., and the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA), Wireless Connections 2003 is a compelling mix of the practical and the visionary. Attendees will examine the industry's potential from an investment perspective; the ingredients required to foster wireless innovation; real-life scenarios of implementations that have demonstrated significant ROI; new and next-generation technologies; future opportunities within the industry; and more. For early-bird registration or more information, please visit www.wirelessconnections2003.com.

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CONTACT: For further information: Lisa Marchitto, High Road Communications, (416)
368-8348, lmarchitto(at)highroad.com, Krista Breau, Wireless Connections 2003,
[phone], kbreau(at)wirelessconnections2003.com, Cassy Weber, Wireless
Connections 2003, [phone], cweber(at)wirelessconnections.com

News release via Canada NewsWire, Calgary 403-269-7605 Copyright (C) 2003 CNW, All rights reserved

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