We reported earlier that either Google or MySpace was rumored to be dickering with Blinkx to acquire its video-indexing technology. On its own website, Blinkx brings a Times article that says that Blinkx’ chief executive is adamant it doesn’t need a deal with Google to be successful in video search.
This reminds me of the famous George Bernard Shaw story. “Madam,” he asked a dinner companion, “for a million pounds, would you sleep with me?” “For a million pounds, ” the woman answered, “I might.” “how about for five?” Shaw persisted. “What to you think I am?” the woman angrily replied, “a whore?” “We have already established that,” replied Shaw calmly. Now, we are only hagging about the price.
I think that Blinkx CEO Suranga Chandratillake is agreeable to a transaction, but right now, the parties are still haggling over the price.
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