Washington - The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) on Thursday said it has reached an agreement with SoundExchange, an entity set up by record labels to collect and distribute digital royalties, on the rates and terms that public radio stations will pay to stream music online. Under the terms, which cover the period of January 2005 through December 2010, SoundExchange will receive an upfront payment of $1.85 million, in addition to "consolidated usage and playlist reporting from CPB on behalf of the entire public radio system," FMQB.com reports.

Hands-On Mobile, a global publisher of mobile lifestyle, games and personalization products, today announced the promotion of Keith McCurdy to Chief Operating Officer. McCurdy was previously President of Studios and Products at Hands-On Mobile. In his expanded role as COO, Mr. McCurdy will now be responsible for North America carrier sales, marketing and business development initiatives, in addition to overseeing the company's U.S. games and product development.