World Podcast Forum Goes Mobile

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World Podcast Forum launches WPF Mobile, which is dedicated to podcasting over wireless networks. WPF believes that the success of Mobile Podcasting is crucial for podcasting to thrive, for several reasons:

1. Reaching the mass market: For podcasting reach the mass-market, podcasts must be available on devices owned by the mass-market consumer. A year ago, there were 2.18 billion mobile subscribers with most of the phones released over the past several years in the developed world capable of supporting audio and video podcasting services.

2. Revenue: At present, very few make any money from podcasting. If podcasters are going to continue producing quality content, they must see revenue. Billing for services is an innate element of the mobile environment, and mobile subscribers willingly pay for voice and data services they enjoy.

Mobile is open to all, including mobile operators/carriers/service providers, application and handset vendors, podcasters, listeners and others.

WPF (worldpodcastforum.com) serves as an information and communication portal for the global podcast community. A network of podcast experts from around the globe, WPF seeks to overcome the language and borders that separate us. By joining WPF Forums, users can contribute news that people will read around the world, and post analysis and opinions on the WPF Blog. Podcasters can have their podcast appear on the homepage Featured Podcast section. Experts can establish themselves as recognized international experts in the area of their specialization. Vendors get direct access to their market. Print media and websites get access to international content and readership. Finally, WPF will provide innovators with a global stage on which to showcase neat things.