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eBallot.net Spotlighted in Internet Economy Report Published by the University of Texas and Cisco Systems; Northwest Voting Technology Company Featured in Major Report
Business Wire, June 6, 2000
Business/High-Tech Editors
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 6, 2000
eBallot.net (www.eballot.net), a leading developer of online voting technologies, today announced that it has been featured in the University of Texas latest "Measuring the Internet Economy" report, which is sponsored by Cisco Systems.
Having recently launched its first binding election product, eBallot.net has successfully demonstrated both the legitimacy and viability of its robust online voting applications. eBallot was chosen alongside other recognized Internet leaders that include Covad Communications, Audible.com, and MobShop Inc.
"eBallot.net is honored to be recognized by the University of Texas as one of a handful of Internet companies driving the New Economy," said Jeff Poole, president of eBallot.net. "Participation is what the Internet is all about. eBallot.net's innovative and secure solutions will empower a wide array of communities -- from the federal government to a neighborhood association -- to further engage their constituents and encourage greater participation."
According to the report, the Internet Economy is a half-trillion-plus economy and its growth continues to surpass analyst expectations. Additionally, the Internet Economy is quickly becoming the country's largest employer, accounting for 650,000 new jobs in 1999 and according to the report, the Internet Economy now directly supports 2.476 million workers, more than Insurance, Communications, and Public Utilities industries. The report can be viewed in its entirety at http://www.internetindicators.com.
About eBallot.net
eBallot.net is developing innovative systems and technologies to administer the next generation of online polling, surveying, and election solutions. The second company to be "accelerated" by iStart Ventures (www.istartventures.com), eBallot seeks to create the trusted brand for a wide array of online election applications.
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