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Our online panelists are not obligated to participate in our surveys and polls and there can be no assurance that they will continue to do so. A breach of our Internet security measures, security concerns, or liability arising from the use of the personal information of our Internet panel, could adversely affect our business. We may be subject to liability for publishing or distributing content over the Internet. Failure to maintain our reputation and name recognition could impair our ability to remain competitive Any failure in the performance of our Internet-based technology infrastructure could harm our business. Failure or inability to protect our intellectual property could adversely affect our business. Our international growth is dependent in part upon expansion of our international Internet panel in key regions. Our international growth will be adversely affected if the marketplace does not continue to convert to Internet-based market research and polling. We rely on services provided by off-shore providers, the disruption of which could adversely impact our business. If we are unable to overcome other risks associated with global operations, we will be unable to conduct business on a global level. We must continue to attract and retain highly skilled employees. Variations in our operating results may cause our stock price to fluctuate. The price of our common stock is likely to be volatile and subject to wide fluctuations. Anti-takeover provisions in our charter and applicable law could delay or prevent an acquisition of our company. Potential acquisitions of, or investments in, other companies may not be available and/or have a negative impact on our business. Risks Related to Our Industry The market research industry is vulnerable to general economic conditions. We face intense competitive pressures within the market research and polling industry and from others who have the ability to collect data over the Internet. Changes in government regulation could limit our Internet activities or result in additional costs of doing business on the Internet.

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