"...The video game market, with the emergence of several new consoles, has finally welcomed the DVD format into its world. Sony first started the industry...

"...Macrovision's DVD copy protection process is activated during DVD authoring. The authoring facility sets certain digital-analog protection trigger bits to "on." When the disc is...

"...Friedman, Billings, Ramsey International Limited said today that makers of equipment used to manufacture optical disks -- including CDs and DVDs -- are positioned for...

"...Camera and imaging company Eastman Kodak Co on Wednesday said it has invested $2.4 million in an upstart company that converts consumers' standard video tapes...

"...Ritek today announced the formation of a new company division named Ritek Digital Studios that will specialize in multimedia software development. The new division will...

"...An ultra-clear plastic material currently used for applications like precision optics and medical packaging is under consideration for next-generation DVDs, and could see introduction in...

"...Nichia Corp. announced its plans to launch volume production of its violet semiconductor laser diode in April 2002. Nichia, a Tokushima-based firm, plans to produce...

"...The European Union launched an investigation into DVD pricing in Europe Monday, warning that companies found guilty of colluding in pricing policies could face fines...

"...The European Commission has started a probe into the high price of DVDs -- Digital Video Discs which allow people to watch movies -- in...

"...A Taiwanese chemical lab is in the early stages of commercializing a new class of plastic material aimed at making high-quality, yet lower-cost substrates for...