- Mon Jun 22 1998 Bertelsmann funds Web books
The VC arm of Bertlesmann AG invests in the Silicon Valley start-up, which is developing a hand-held device allowing users to read electronic books over the Web.
- Wed May 30 2001 Myplay buy highlights Net music trend
Bertelsmann E-Commerce Group says that it will acquire the online music locker and consolidate its music retail assets into a separate division.
- Mon Jul 23 2001 Napster to name new CEO
The music-swapping company is expected to name a new chief executive as early as Tuesday, sources say, bringing current CEO Hank Barry's tumultuous term to a close.
- Sat Mar 16 2002 Media conglomerates go global
Big fish have been gobbling up smaller fish in the media world for the past decade. And the trend shows no sign of ending.



