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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
September 1, 1999
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Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)
HyperMedia Communications, Inc.
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(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
California 94-3104247
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(State or other jurisdiction (I.R.S. Employer
of incorporation) Identification No.)
001-11624
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(Commission File Number)
901 Mariner's Island Blvd., Suite 365
San Mateo, California 94404
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(Address of principal executive offices)
(650) 573-5170
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(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ITEM 5. Other Events ......................................................... 2
ITEM 7. Financial Statements and Exhibits .................................... 2
SIGNATURES ................................................................... 3
INDEX TO EXHIBITS ............................................................ 4
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Item 5. Other Events
The information set forth in the Registrant's Press Releases dated
September 1, 1999 is incorporated herein by reference. Factors affecting the
Company's business plans and competitive environment are discussed in the
Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31,
1998, and in its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarters ended March 31,
1999 and June 30, 1999.
Item 7. Financial Statements and Exhibits
(c) Exhibits
Exhibit No. Description
99.1 Text of Press Release dated September 1, 1999,
announcing major new Internet Initiative
99.2 Text of Press Release dated September 1, 1999,
announcing engagement of Kaufman Bros., L.P.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on
its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
HYPERMEDIA COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
Dated: September 15, 1999 By: \s\ Kenneth Klein
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Kenneth Klein, Vice President of
Finance and Administration,
Chief Financial Officer and
Secretary
(Principal Financial and Accounting
Officer)
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INDEX TO EXHIBITS
Exhibit
Number Description
99.1 Text of Press Release dated September 1, 1999, announcing
major new Internet Initiative.
99.2 Text of Press Release dated September 1, 1999, announcing
engagement of Kaufman Bros., L.P.
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PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT:
Liz Armstrong
Hypermedia Communications, Inc.
Phone: 650.573.5170
Fax: 650.573.5131
E-mail: [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Hypermedia Communications, Inc. To Launch Major New Internet Initiative
San Mateo, CA -- September 1, 1999--Hypermedia Communications, Inc.
(OTC BB: NMNW), today announced that it is transforming its business to fully
meet the multi-dimensional information needs of the Internet professional. The
company, which publishes NewMedia magazine, is converting its business model
from traditional print publishing to an enhanced, Internet-based information
service. To that end, the company is developing a major new Web site to serve
the specific information needs of the Internet development community. The new
Web site is scheduled to launch in November; NewMedia magazine will cease
publication with the October issue.
"NewMedia is a critical information resource for the people who are
driving the future of communications, and the needs of this market are best
served on the Internet," said Hypermedia Communications, Inc. Chairman and CEO
Richard Landry. "We have been witness to the ubiquitous convergence of business,
technology and content, and the time has come for us as a business to fully
engage in the Internet space. For NewMedia, this represents a natural
evolution--one that works for our readers, our advertisers, and our brand."
Hypermedia Communications, Inc. is a provider of information services
for business professionals responsible for driving Internet content and
e-business strategy within their organizations. These services include
newmedia.com, an award-winning Web site, and the annual NewMedia INVISION
Festival, the world's largest three-day international digital media festival and
conference.
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Hypermedia Communications, Inc. has its headquarters at 901 Mariner's
Island Boulevard, Suite 365, San Mateo, CA 94404; the telephone number is
650.573.5170 and the fax number is 650.573.5131.
NewMedia is a registered trademark of Hypermedia Communications, Inc.
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PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT:
Liz Armstrong
Hypermedia Communications, Inc.
Phone: 650.573.5170
Fax: 650.573.5131
E-mail: [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Hypermedia Communications, Inc. Retains Services of Internet Investment
Specialists Kaufman Bros., L.P.
San Mateo, CA -- September 1, 1999--Hypermedia Communications, Inc.
(OTC BB: NMNW), today announced that it has retained the services of Kaufman
Bros., L.P. to act as the company's exclusive financial advisor and placement
agent with regard to a private placement of the company's securities. Proceeds
from the private placement will be used to expand newmedia.com and other related
products and services.
"NewMedia is transforming itself into a Internet-driven information
service company, which is where we believe the future of business communications
lies," said Hypermedia Communications, Inc. Chairman and CEO Richard Landry.
"The NewMedia brand is second-to-none in its market, and our company will
leverage this strong brand to successfully bridge the transition onto the
Internet."
Kaufman Bros., L.P. is a research-based, full service investment bank,
securities trading firm, and brokerage operation, serving the emerging
communications universe. Kaufman Bros., L.P. integrates financial, technical,
operational, international and legal expertise to provide accurate and
comprehensive analysis of industry trends to a clientele of emerging
communications companies and professional investors.
Hypermedia Communications, Inc. is a provider of information services
for business professionals responsible for driving Internet content and
e-business strategy within their organizations. These services include
newmedia.com, and the annual NewMedia INVISION Festival, the world's largest
three-day international digital media festival and conference.
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Hypermedia Communications, Inc. has its headquarters at 901 Mariner's
Island Boulevard, Suite 365, San Mateo, CA 94404; the telephone number is
650.573.5170 and the fax number is 650.573.5131.
NewMedia is a registered trademark of Hypermedia Communications, Inc.
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