According to the Weekly Economist, November 23 1999, an internet magazine called cafeglobe.com will start from December 20 1999. It will be edited by women for women's interest. Language used is Japanese. Chief editor is Ms. Yoko Aoki.
Like Slate or Edge, any one can enjoy it with free of charge. Main income will be advertisement. Startup fund was provided by American venture capital.
URL: http://www.cafeglobe.com/
According to the Weekly Economist, November 23 1999, venture company Cafeglobe.com was established in USA. Installed capital was 200,000US$. 50% were shared by 6 founders. Remaining came from venture capital, Lotus Capital Management in Los Angeles. Founders are responsible for contents and income from advertisement. They will use most up to date system developed by San Francisco developer. Server will be located in US. CEO is Ms. Kikuko Yano.
Founders of Cafeglobe.com (Newsweek Japan)
What do you think the round object just at left hand side of the cafeblobe.com logo?