Abstract: The present inventive device provides a new method of real-time, interactive, competitive, live on-line auction using an animated auctioneer. The animated auctioneer initiates the auction, actively solicits bids from the auction participants, acknowledges bids input from auction participants, and moves to close the auction when there is a cessation in bidding. In the course of the auction, the auctioneer audibly and physically promotes the item up for bid, and entices the participants to bid. Participants input bids real-time, competitively and successively in response to the animated auctioneer's solicitations.

Abstract: The present inventive device provides a new method of real-time, interactive, competitive, live on-line auction using an animated auctioneer. The animated auctioneer initiates the auction, actively solicits bids from the auction participants, acknowledges bids input from auction participants, and moves to close the auction when there is a cessation in bidding. In the course of the auction, the auctioneer audibly and physically promotes the item up for bid, and entices the participants to bid. Participants input bids real-time, competitively and successively in response to the animated auctioneer's solicitations.

Abstract: The method of the present invention functions to perform signature and identity authentication using a third party witness whereby the parties are enjoined via a video conference and whereby an authorized identity document is created. The invention is suited to transactions that require a legally binding, traditional witnessed authentication. The method of the present invention creates legally binding documents that comprise biometric information, including at least one of the group of, a passport, a drivers license, government issued identity card, or an corporate identity document.

Abstract: The present inventive device provides a new method of real-time, interactive, competitive, live on-line auction using an animated auctioneer. The animated auctioneer initiates the auction, actively solicits bids from the auction participants, acknowledges bids input from auction participants, and moves to close the auction when there is a cessation in bidding. In the course of the auction, the auctioneer audibly and physically promotes the item up for bid, and entices the participants to bid. Participants input bids real-time, competitively and successively in response to the animated auctioneer's solicitations.

Abstract: The present invention utilizes real time, live stream videoconferencing as a means to conduct various types of transactions whereby the identity of the person or the signature of the person or an electronic document must be authenticated, and whereby the parties are geographically remote. To this end, the inventive device includes a video conference or communication system, simultaneous audio and video exchange, an electronic signature capture device, a digital certificate, an electronic notary device, biometric data input; an electronic document repository, encryption technology, and a central process service center.

Abstract: A method, program and system to verify that an electronic message was sent to the intended recipient and to provide the originator of the electronic message with an independent confirmation that verifies the time and date that the electronic message was sent and the time and date that it was delivered. A secondary purpose is to verify the identity of an intended electronic mail recipient prior to the intended recipient's receipt of the electronic mail. The inventive device includes a central processing unit to facilitate the receipt and delivery and confirmation of electronic mail. The processing unit tracks incoming and outgoing electronic messages; tracks customer accounts and identities; archives all relevant information for future use and/or reference; and disseminates the foregoing data to regional/local servers and clients as necessary.