DrewWilson
August 22nd, 2008, 08:12 PM
Americans will soon be able to use Xbox Live to register to vote in the November presidential elections.
Microsoft has signed a partnership with activist group Rock The Vote to boost interest in the upcoming election among young people.
As part of the tie-up Xbox Live members will also be able to take part in polls to gauge their voting intentions.
A forum on Xbox Live will also be used to gather opinions from gamers that will be shared with candidates.
More... (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/7576956.stm)
I just hope marketters don't see this and start getting ideas.
Microsoft has signed a partnership with activist group Rock The Vote to boost interest in the upcoming election among young people.
As part of the tie-up Xbox Live members will also be able to take part in polls to gauge their voting intentions.
A forum on Xbox Live will also be used to gather opinions from gamers that will be shared with candidates.
More... (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/7576956.stm)
I just hope marketters don't see this and start getting ideas.