Statement re. Press Comment

Newsplayer Group PLC
15 January 2004


                              Newsplayer Group plc
                            ('NPG' or the 'Company')

Further to the press comment on 14 January 2004, the Directors of the Company
confirm that NPG is in discussions to acquire a business in the US.  A further
announcement will be made as soon as practicable.

                                                                 15 January 2004


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