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DA Group PLC

DA Group (DA) is one of the world's leading creators of character animation technology for digital platforms, from web through mobile phone, digital TV, PC, ATM and Kiosk. Established in 1990, DA became the trailblazer in the field of avatar technology. Ten years later as the architects of Ananova, the world's first virtual newscaster (now owned by Orange). It went on to create virtual TV presenters, TV comedians and email readers In late 2003 virtual agents and character animation products were being integrated into a comprehensive range of communications solutions including mobile multimedia messaging, e-learning mentors, avatar marketing, public information access kits and customer services systems. DA's avatar solutions are all based on the same patented DA core character technologies, bringing a wealth of avatar experience and capabilities that can be extended across all markets and applications, and broadcast over any digital medium.. Based in Glasgow, with 40 staff, DA's client and partner list includes BBC Prime, The Scottish Executive, SMART Communications, Hutchison, SingTel, SMG TV Productions, BT and NCR. Still led by its founder, CEO Mike Antliff, DA Group is listed on the London Alternative Investment Market.