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Fierce 15 2003

2003 Fierce 15 winners:

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Today we are pleased to announce our inaugural list of "The Fiercest 15" -- the top wireless networking startups of 2003.


We at FierceWireless have evaluated more than 1,200 privately-held companies based on their vision, potential for near-term revenue, quality of deals and partnerships, investors' confidence, and competitive position. The Fiercest 15 companies featured in this issue are the cream of the crop -- the 15 privately-held startups we believe hold the most promise to shape the wireless industry and establish a formidable presence in the market.


You will not find the industry giants among The Fiercest 15. No Microsofts, Nokias, or carriers. You will not even find yesterday's overly-hyped startups. The Fiercest 15 companies are small, innovative, smart, and nimble. In other words, they are fierce.


The pace of developments in wireless is fast and furious. The developments of new technologies like Wi-Fi have cast doubt on the emergence of other innovations, like 3G wide-area networks. The continued financial doldrums of the telecom industry are still being felt. Uncertainty is the rule. If there is anything close to a sure thing in this industry, the companies of The Fiercest 15 are it. Ignore them at your peril.

 


- Stephen Wellman