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Rutberg & Co. said its outlook is positive on rich media and believes 2003 will be “Year 0” for 2.5G wireless data. During the second quarter, eight rich-media companies received $83 million in funding, well up from the $15 million divided among eight companies in the first quarter.
With growth in the data sector, Rutberg also expects increased revenues and continued consolidation in the messaging subsector.
