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IBM, Honda, and PG&E Enable Smarter Charging for Electric Vehicles

Pilot Project Allows Utilities to Communicate Charging Instructions Directly to EVs Based on Power Grid Conditions

ARMONK, N.Y., April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM today announced that it has teamed with American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) (NYSE: PCG) on a new pilot project that will allow communication between electric vehicles (EVs) and the power grid. This project will demonstrate and test an electric vehicle's ability to receive and respond to charge instructions based on the grid condition and the vehicle's battery state. With visibility into charging patterns, energy providers will have the ability to more effectively manage charging during peak hours and create consumer-friendly programs to encourage electric vehicle adoption.

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The energy requirements for electric vehicles will challenge the current power grid as plug-in vehicle counts continue to grow to an expected 2.9 million worldwide by 2017. This project has the potential to ease the infrastructure and consumer concerns associated with the mass adoption of EVs, by adding another layer of agility to the EV charging process. This level of intelligence will help make charging seamless for consumers, while ensuring the electricity source is reliable and the infrastructure is stable.

This demonstration combines grid and vehicle data to create an individualized charging plan for Honda's Fit EV battery electric vehicles (BEV), using IBM's cloud based software platform. By utilizing the existing in-vehicle communications system in the Honda Fit EV, the electric vehicle can interact with utilities and the grid, creating a direct channel for sending and receiving usage information that could improve local grid management.

"This pilot project with IBM and Honda will help us demonstrate that third-party providers have the systems and capabilities to help meet some of the challenges that electric vehicles could place on the power grid as their adoption increases in the coming years," said Saul Zambrano, senior director for consumer products for PG&E. "With updated charging patterns for EVs, we have the ability if needed, to shift demand to non-peak times to ensure the reliability of the grid so that we can continue to deliver safe, reliable and affordable energy to our customers."

Once plugged into a charge post, the Honda Fit EV initiates a charge request via the vehicles telematics system, an integrated telecommunication application that is often used for navigation. This request is sent to IBM's Electric Vehicle Enablement Platform where vehicle data such as battery state and grid data received from PG&E, is combined to create an optimized charge schedule, which is then communicated back to the vehicle in seconds. Using this aggregated data, the vehicle has the intelligence to charge to the level that is needed while factoring any current grid constraints.

Using real time and simulated data, the system will test and demonstrate the ability to alter, as well as adapt charging patterns based on grid conditions. This smart charging capability will enable energy providers to manage the power used by EVs during peak times by instructing vehicles to delay or adjust charging if required.

"One of Honda's main objectives is to work to advance technologies that can address society's environmental and energy concerns through both alternative powertrain technologies, like our 2013 Honda Fit EV battery electric vehicle, and through groundbreaking research initiatives similar to the Smart Charge project that we are collaborating on with IBM and PG&E," said Steven Center, vice president of the Environmental Business Development Office at American Honda. "It is our hope that these technologies and infrastructure will pave the way for EVs of the future to be synched to local electric grids to intuitively and seamlessly manage charging experiences."

Additionally, the IBM EV platform can collate historical EV charging data and create a profile that can be used to forecast the location and duration of EV charge loads. For example, the program can determine how many EVs are plugged in one neighborhood and the time it will take for each to reach a full charge. This level of insight will allow utilities to optimize grid operations and help reduce the chance of outages - a possible concern as the number of EVs increase.

"The growth and success of EV adoption is reliant upon many factors, ranging from vehicle price and performance, to infrastructure readiness, to the consumer experience - a scope that cannot be addressed by one sole industry," said Allan Schurr, Vice President, Strategy and Development of IBM's Global Energy and Utilities Industry. "This project with Honda and PG&E represents a significant step towards building an intelligent infrastructure that integrates capabilities and technologies across three major players. We are creating a system that allows electric vehicles to communicate with the power grid - this is groundbreaking."

Convenient Consumer Charging

By communicating information directly to the vehicle, this project has the potential to significantly improve driver services. For example, the IBM's cloud based platform could provide charge post location information and availability directly to the EV, using the telematics and Satellite-Linked Navigation to guide the driver to the most convenient place to charge.

This project along with the recently announced EKZ Smartphone Application (app) pilot will help engage consumers and encourage more drivers to "plug in." The smartphone app shows the vehicles battery level, range of travel distance, vehicle location, and current energy costs in real time. This technology coupled with the ability to communicate directly with charging stations via a GPS system, will offer consumers a uniquely "connected" driving experience.

In addition to the two pilot projects, IBM is currently a member of the EcoGrid EU consortium, a group focused on developing an energy grid that uses at least 50 percent of renewable energy sources, such as wind power, solar energy and biogas. Instead of just using car batteries to balance the load like EDISON, the EcoGrid consortium is using appliances, heat pumps and electric water heaters to also store excess energy.

IBM and Smart Grid

IBM is involved in more than 150 smart grid engagements around the world, in both mature and emerging markets. More about IBM's vision to bring a new level of intelligence to how the world works--how every person, business, organization, government, natural system, and man-made system interacts, can be found here: http://www.ibm.com/smarterplanet

For more information about Smarter Energy at IBM, please visit: http://www.ibm.com/press/smarterenergy. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

About Honda

Honda offers a diverse lineup of 11 cars and trucks that include the mid-sized Accord, the compact Civic line-up of seven individual models, CR-V crossover SUV and Odyssey minivan. Honda also offers a wide range of fuel-efficient and low-emission vehicles that include the Insight hybrid, Civic Natural Gas (compressed natural gas-powered vehicle), Civic Hybrid, CR-Z (sport hybrid coupe), FCX Clarity (fuel cell-electric vehicle) and the soon-to-be-released Fit EV (electric vehicle). Honda's 2013 Fit EV battery electric commuter car, based on its popular Fit hatchback, targets an estimated 123 mile per charge (city-driving scenarios) and can fully recharge its battery in as little as three hours when connected to a 240-volt circuit. For more information about the Honda Fit EV battery electric vehicle and to sign up to become a potential Honda lessee, please visit Honda's Fit EV Facebook page.

SOURCE  PG&E Corporation

PG&E Corporation

CONTACT: Jason King of Pacific Gas and Electric Company, +1-415-973-5930, j3kg@pge.com; or Fabienne Guildhary of IBM External Relations, +1-917-472-3733, Fguildhary@us.ibm.com; or Angie Nucci of American Honda Public Relations, +1-310-781-4443, Angie_Nucci@ahm.honda.com

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Yapmo Launches Private Beta for Enterprise Social Networking Product

CHICAGO, April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Yapmo, a provider of enterprise social networking (ESN) software for companies large and small, has entered its private beta release. Yapmo has developed a unique approach to bring the right social media experience to enterprise customers. Yapmo enables your employees to work more efficiently and collaborate faster by allowing them to draw upon the collective knowledge of your entire company, at anytime and anywhere. The solution was designed for mobile/tablet platforms and brings enterprise grade social media power to your fingertips.

Founded in Chicago in 2011, Yapmo was built on the premise that today's ESN software must be designed from the ground up with corporate requirements and needs in mind.  The combination of cloud computing expansion (both private and public) alongside explosive mobile technology growth is changing the way businesses need to operate today.  Successful collaboration solutions require a seamless experience across all devices in an ever-changing BYOD (bring your own device) world.

"In this fast-paced world, companies must evolve their communication and operating strategies or risk getting left behind. Employees need to access relevant information and tools in the palm of their hands at a moment's notice. These solutions must be reliable and secure while minimizing the burden on IT," says co-founder Paul Everton.

"We are excited to bring our innovative social media technology to the enterprise market," adds co-founder Jason Pritzker.  "We look forward to enabling our customers to achieve their potential by leveraging the collective wisdom of their employees."

For more information on Yapmo's private beta release please contact info@yapmo.com or (855) 488-3401. http://www.yapmo.com

About Yapmo

Founded by Paul Everton and Jason Pritzker, Yapmo is the next leading provider of mobile communication solutions for Social Business. Yapmo provides a leading edge SaaS mobile collaboration suite of products.

SOURCE  Yapmo

Yapmo

CONTACT: Yapmo, +1-855-488-3401, info@yapmo.com

Web Site: http://www.yapmo.com

MCMC Announces Strategic Partnership with Qmedtrix

BOSTON, April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- MCMC, LLC ("MCMC") announces a strategic partnership with Qmedtrix Systems, Inc. ("Qmedtrix") that will afford MCMC customers access to a wide array of specialty bill review services.

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"Qmedtrix has a proven track record of producing additional savings for complex billing situations," says Michael Lindberg, CEO of MCMC. "Just as importantly, Qmedtrix defends its recommendations, and that kind of legal protection is essential for our customers."

Qmedtrix has been in business since 1996 and currently serves hundreds of payers across the country, including some of the largest work comp carriers and self-insured employers. The company has built its infrastructure and reputation on combating inaccurate, excessive and unsubstantiated charges. The company has also assertively engaged the legal system on matters of fair and equitable reimbursement, and has established case precedent on a national scale.

MCMC has been working with Qmedtrix for the past three years. The new strategic partnership will allow MCMC to offer the full scope of Qmedtrix services and to significantly advance the cost containment outcomes its customers can expect to achieve.

"After extensive evaluation of our bill review results, MCMC management was able to qualify significantly enhanced savings from Qmedtrix services," Lindberg explains. "They employ a validated, scientific approach that addresses difficult problems in today's billing practices, and we have verified that they possess significant expertise with high-dollar facility and professional bills. The proprietary methodology developed and utilized by Qmedtrix goes beyond primary re-pricing to fee schedules and U&C rates."

In addition to its flagship BillChek® and Qmedworx(TM) services, Qmedtrix has recently introduced several new services aimed at tackling some of the most significant medical billing errors and abuses currently affecting payers nationwide. They include, among others:  ImplantRx(TM), to identify and purge extreme implant mark-ups and related issues, and TrueDRG(TM), to reverse the impact of DRG upcoding, inconsistencies and non-correlated ICD-9.

"MCMC is a terrific organization. We enthusiastically welcome them to our new QPartners program," says Merrit Quarum, MD, CEO of Qmedtrix. "We look forward to helping them deliver more comprehensive solutions to complex medical billing problems."

Contacts:
MCMC, LLC
Bob Watters
Vice President
866-401-MCMC
Bob.Watters@mcmcllc.com
300 Crown Colony Drive, Suite 203
Quincy, MA 02169

Qmedtrix Systems, Inc.
Joy Efron
Vice President Marketing
503-963-3363
jefron@qmedtrix.com
700 NE Mutlnomah Avenue
Portland, OR 97232

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Get up to 40% Discount for Switching over to SEP's Xen & Now Virtualization Backup Solution Through June 31st, 2012

BOULDER, Colo., April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Xen & Now by SEP is offering a program with up to a 40% discount to customers who make the switch to Xen & Now's Backup and Disaster Recovery module.

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The transition to a virtual environment offers many benefits and advantages. According to Gartner, at least 40% of organizations will have changed backup vendors due to frustration over cost, complexity and/or capability. (Gartner, The Future of Backup May Not Be Backup, Dave Russell, September 22, 2011)

This discount is available through June 30th, 2012 and applies to small, medium and enterprise size businesses. Visit us at Citrix Synergy San Francisco May 9th - 11th, 2012 at booth #511 and ask one of our representatives about how you can earn an extra %10 off of your next order. SEP Xen & Now's bundles are based on the number of XenServer pools for XenServer or seat licenses for XenDesktop.

Lanai Bayne, Vice President of Business Development at SEP Software, said: " We are extremely excited to be gaining recognition as the premier backup software in the industry. At SEP we want to make sure all organizations can have the best and most reliable solution out there. We specialize in replacing multiple backup software products with one standardized solution. Why settle for products that are complex, unreliable, slow and don't integrate with each other, when you can have one reliable solution that shows you an immediate return on your investment and saves time and money? Switch to SEP Software's Xen & Now."

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For Media Inquiries Contact:
SEP Software Corp.
Crissi Gutierrez
(303) 449 - 0100
cg@sepusa.com

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Trading FX with the MT4 for iPhone(R) from FX Solutions

SADDLE RIVER, New Jersey, April 13, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    A leading retail forex dealer, FX Solutions LLC, announced this month (April 2012) the
release of its MetaTrader 4 (MT4) mobile trading app for the iPhone.

    The MT4 app for the iPhone is one of the most popular mobile trading platforms due to
its powerful user interface allowing those trading forex with FX Solutions
[http://www.fxsolutions.com/trade-forex ] to trade anytime from virtually anywhere in the
world.

    Mobile Trading Opportunities

    Michael Cairns, CEO of FX Solutions, stated: "Mobile trading is more popular than ever
before. We're pleased to provide our clients with another mobile tool in the MetaTrader 4
app, which provides an impressive array of trade functions and analytics."

    Offering FX traders new mobile trading opportunities within the marketplace, the MT4
app for iPhone [http://www.fxsolutions.com/ways-to-trade/mt4-iphone.aspx ] is designed as
a convenient, user-friendly app for both new and experienced forex traders.

    Traders can access many of the features available through their desktop trading
platform, meaning they can effectively monitor their accounts, whilst staying up-to-date
on the latest market developments and access a range of analytical tools to place trades
direct from their iPhone.

    Trading On-The-Move

    The app is an ideal solution for traders who are focused on their investments while
away from their desktop trading platform.

    As one of the world's most widely used mobile forex trading platforms
[http://www.fxsolutions.com/ways-to-trade ], you can expect built-in privacy and security
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    Ultimately, traders choosing to trade forex with FX Solutions are able to carry their
portfolios in their pockets through their MT4 iPhone app.

    Trading Forex

    Foreign exchange is one of the most widely traded markets in the world, while also
being one of the most liquid.

    As a result, major currency pairs - such as EUR/USD, USD/JPY and GBP/USD - offer
multiple trading opportunities.

    Often referred to as foreign exchange, retail forex, forex and simply FX; all major
currencies trade against the US Dollar (USD), as you can see above.

    Forex is one of the most accessible markets available; allowing traders to trade the
markets 24-hours a day from Sunday evening until Friday night.

    With foreign exchange dealer, FX Solutions; you can trade the opportunity as you see
it.

    Summary

    Trading forex [http://www.fxsolutions.com ] can be a large time commitment. The MT4
mobile trading app for the iPhone, can be an invaluable tool for busy traders and those
trading part-time.

    It is important that when trading forex, you remember the substantial risk of loss
involved and that it is not suitable for all investors.

    More information about the MT4 mobile trading for the iPhone can be found at
http://www.fxsolutions.com/ways-to-trade/mt4-iphone.aspx.

    Apple, the Apple logo, iPod, iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc. App Store
is a service mark of Apple Inc.

    About FX Solutions:

    FX Solutions, LLC is a leading foreign exchange broker with a focus on advanced
trading technologies, transparency of transaction and unparalleled customer service. FX
Solutions serves retail clients institutional trading partners and introducing brokers in
over 100 countries.

    For more information, please visit http://www.fxsolutions.com

Source: FX Solutions

Press Contact: Matthew Sargeant, Marketing - Americas, +1-201-345-2210

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network to Expand in Southern California

IRVINE, Calif., April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced that it will expand the nation's largest 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in Southern California in the coming weeks.  The expanded 4G LTE network will enable customers to use their wireless devices in more parts of Southern California to access the Internet faster; listen to music or watch video on their phones; use thousands of apps; and stay in touch with family and friends, all with speeds up to 10 times faster than before.       

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE service is currently available in the greater Los Angeles and San Diego regions.  With the planned network expansion, Verizon Wireless expands its 4G LTE coverage throughout the city of Oceanside and north to San Luis Rey, Vista and potions of Bonsall.  In addition, the company has also expanded its 4G LTE network to include a section of the 78 Freeway in San Marcos and the heart of the San Marcos business district.

"The future is here in Southern California and it is Verizon Wireless 4G LTE. Our commitment to 4G LTE is bringing customers a level of wireless data service with upload and download speeds and connectivity that is revolutionizing the way we communicate," said Luis Cruz, president, Verizon Wireless Southern California Region.

Since its launch on Dec. 5, 2010, Verizon Wireless has introduced its 4G LTE network to more than 200 million people in 203 markets across the country and supports more than 20 4G LTE devices, including a wide variety of tablets, smartphones, hotspots and more.

In real-world, fully loaded network environments, Verizon Wireless 4G LTE customers should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink.   

Visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/lte for more information about Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network and a list of current markets.   

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 108 million total wireless connections, including 92.2 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Ken Muche of Verizon Wireless, +1-949-286-8193, Ken.Muche@verizonwireless.com

Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com

Is That Your Final Answer? Play Now With the Sky Vegas Game Show Specials

LONDON, April 13, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

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    The Deal or No Deal online casino title plays in much the same way as the TV show, but
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    Sky Vegas [http://www.skyvegas.com ] is the online casino division of BSkyB.
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Source: SKY Vegas

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LiveU Introduces LU70 Mobile Uplink Unit with Second-Generation Proprietary Antenna Array for Extra-Strong Resiliency

New features include One-Touch-Live for immediate operation in the field with automatic adjustment of video resolutions and Multi-Point Distribution of live content

LAS VEGAS, April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NAB Show 2012 --LiveU (http://www.liveu.tv), the leader in portable video-over-cellular solutions, will unveil its new professional-grade LU70 uplink solution with its second-generation internal and new external antenna arrays at the 2012 NAB Show in Las Vegas. The LU70 includes: One-Touch-Live (LiveU OTL(TM)) mode with automatic adjustment of video resolutions for fast and easy live video transmission at the touch of a button and point to multi-point distribution, whereby a single device can broadcast live to multiple, varied destinations concurrently.

LiveU's proprietary RF technology supports the growing range of 3G/4G LTE cellular network bands worldwide, providing extra-strong resiliency in areas with poor cellular coverage. The internal antennas support a larger number of frequencies, ensuring enhanced signal performance with long-range reception and increased uplink capability. The new external antenna array provides additional resiliency for extreme scenarios, such as heavily crowded locations. Boosted by its remotely-located antennas, the LU70 supports up to 14 cellular links simultaneously. The unit can automatically swap between internal and external antennas as needed, according to the network conditions.

At NAB, LiveU will showcase the first ever mobile newsgathering (MNG) vehicle with external antenna mounted on its roof, in conjunction with Washington D.C.'s leading local TV station, WUSA 9 (Channel 9), part of Gannett, Inc., an internationally diverse news and information company. 

Victor Murphy, Director of Technology at WUSA 9, said, "We're proud to be the trailblazer of this mobile newsgathering technology. The MNG vehicle offers us wider opportunities for covering breaking news and major events around the US, with satellite-like reliability. With the new antennas, we can depend on cellular-based transmission for primary news and events, such as major sports competitions, with much faster set-up time and lower overheads than traditional SNG trucks."

Other new features include: increased throughput, over 10 Mbps for even better video quality; and an instant Wi-Fi access point, providing wireless connectivity over Wi-Fi for areas with limited network connections. The LU70 hardware will also be able to fully power LiveU's forthcoming H.265 codec implementation.

Samuel Wasserman, LiveU's CEO, said, "LiveU backpacks have become part of mainstream newsgathering equipment, with broadcasters worldwide depending on cellular-based technology for breaking news and major events coverage. This is largely due to LiveU's proprietary antenna array, which has received widespread industry recognition for its proven resiliency in heavily built-up areas and on-the-move operation, together with its sub-second latency. With One-Touch-Live and the other enhancements, the LU70 comes extremely close to offering satellite performance, with far greater flexibility."

LiveU will present its full range of portable uplink solutions at the 2012 NAB Show, April 16-19, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth #SU9119. The external antenna will be demonstrated on WUSA 9's mobile newsgathering car at LiveU's booth.

About LiveU
LiveU (http://www.liveu.tv/) is the pioneer of broadcast-quality, video-over-cellular solutions that allow live video transmission (HD and SD) from any location around the world.  LiveU's backpack / handheld solutions include multiple 4G LTE/3G, HSPA+, WiMAX and Wi-Fi cellular links, which are optimized for maximum video quality based on the available network conditions. With top-tier customers in 60+ countries across five continents, LiveU's solutions have been used for breaking news and high-profile events, including the 2012 US Presidential Campaign, 2011 British Royal Wedding, Hurricane Irene, Academy Awards®, GRAMMY Awards®, Super Bowl, NBA All Star Weekend, Brazilian Carnival, 2010 World Cup in South Africa and 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.

SOURCE  LiveU

LiveU

CONTACT: For LiveU (US): Shelley Kapitulik Drazin, +1-203-898-1501, shelley@trylonsmr.com, or Lloyd Trufelman, +1-212-905-6060,  Lloyd@trylonsmr.com; or Joss Armitage (Europe), +44-7979-908-547, joss@jumppr.tv; or Sales Contact: +1-201-742-5228, info_us@liveu.tv

Web Site: http://www.liveu.tv

Tenerife set to Become a Communications Nexus Spanning Three Continents

SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, Spain, April 13, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    The Council of Tenerife has announced a new initiative that will convert Tenerife into
a global communication capital.

    The objective of the ALIX initiative is to transform Tenerife
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into a main link within the global telecommunications network via the development of the
neutral Internet access point (or NAP) for Western Africa-Canary Islands, the Island
Telecommunications Ring and the CanaLink Project.

    As a result of the geographical location of the Canary Islands in a key zone between
Latin America, Africa and the rest of Europe, the Archipelago acts as a privileged
tri-continental bridge. Status as a platform between three continents offers many
advantages in a number of areas including cultural, social, economic, business spheres.
All areas of our daily lives can be benefitted via good management of the location of the
Islands within this globalised world.

    The Western Africa-Canary Islands Nap (Network Access Point) is the element that will
enable Tenerife to exploit its possibilities as a tri-continental platform and bridge,
commencing with fundamental issue: communications. The Nap, to be installed in Granadilla,
will house various existing submarine cable links along with others that are being
prepared both between the Islands and within the Canary Islands-Europe-Africa-Latin
America axis.

    Therefore, the Council of Tenerife's Western Africa-Canary Islands Nap will act as a
neutral data centre that not only serves as a point of concentration and distribution of
international connectivity, but also as a base infrastructure for local information
technology companies interested in competing overseas, or international companies that
wish to operate in Western Africa using Tenerife as a platform, with the legal security
afforded by location in the EU, hoping to benefit from the additional fiscal advantages
associated with the Canary Islands' status as an Outermost Region.

    In order to provide alternatives to internal connections, the Council is creating a
fibre-optic cable network that will allow the Island to provide its own infrastructure for
voice and data transmission.

    The first phase will see the southern zone of Tenerife linked to the facilities of the
Canary Islands Astrophysics Institute, using the layout of the roads and motorways on the
Island. The second phase will see fibre-optics extended to the north and south-east, also
via the road network managed by the Island Corporation.

    The Island Telecommunications Ring of Tenerife will also be connected to the Western
Africa-Canary Islands Nap.

    The CanaLink project is another cornerstone of ALIX. CanaLink will contribute to the
end of the monopoly within cable communications. CanaLink is formed by the
Telecommunications Technology Institute (IT3) and the neutral submarine cable operator,
IslaLink. It is responsible for laying a new cable between Tenerife and Rota (Cadiz),
which will result in the liberalisation of the sector.

    This submarine cable will avoid failures in data transmission and will afford high
levels of quality to telecommunications within the Archipelago. It will fulfil the demands
of the various telecommunications operators that operate in the remainder of the national
territory that currently have their access to the market of the Canary Islands restricted.

    About the Council of Tenerife:

    The Council of Tenerife is the government body of the island of Tenerife (Canary
Islands, Spain). It was constituted on the 16thof March 1913 in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
The Council of Tenerife, as is the case with the other councils of the Canary Islands,
possesses a series of exclusive competences that are contained in the Statute of the
Autonomy of the Canary Islands and has also been delegated a series of competences by the
remaining bodies of the territorial administration. It is the Canary Islands' own manner
of governance and administration, which offers services and exercises powers deriving from
the Autonomous Region of the Canary Islands. The president of this body is Ricardo
Melchior Navarro.

   
    PR Contact:
    Jose Antonio Perez Leon
    Responsable del Gabinete de la Presidencia del Cabildo de Tenerife
    Plaza de Espana, 1
    38003 - Santa Cruz de Tenerife
    +34-922-239-510
    http://www.tenerife.es

Source: Tenerife.es

Mac Blu-ray Player 2.0 Version Makes Great Blu-ray Revolution on iPhone & iPad

BEIJING, April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- For the urgent demand of Blu-ray playback on iPhone and iPad, Macgo Inc., as the remarkable leader in media technology, will release a 2.0 version of Mac Blu-ray Player to meet this need.

In the newly upgraded 2.0 version, Mac Blu-ray Player will adopt its exclusive technical innovation - AirX, which can make Blu-rays available on iPhone, iPad, and other Apple mobile devices. Just by connecting to the network, Mac Blu-ray Player can make Blu-rays playable on these mobile devices in the same Wi-Fi area.

At the same time, it will stick to its existing features: perfectly compatible with Mac systems and models, universal performance, all media supported, no matter Blu-ray & DVD ISO files, folders or other video formats, advanced Blu-ray & DVD encryption technology, sharing movie information or review to Facebook or Twitter, etc.

After Mac Blu-ray Player 2.0 version is released, there will be a special offer for all users. Its price will be $59.95, namely, $10 will be saved. The old version you have purchased can be freely updated to the 2.0 version.

Nowadays the science and technology is developing rapidly, among which the Apples take a prominent place. It is well renowned that Apples have become ubiquitous and indispensable in our daily life. However, it is a bag of hurt that Blu-rays are unavailable on Macs, which makes Mac lovers so disappointed. It is Mac Blu-ray Player that makes it to the end and has a good Blu-ray performance on Macs. Now Mac Blu-ray Player will further make Blu-rays accessible on iPad, iPhone, and other Apple mobile devices, which will benefit all users profoundly and extensively.

Right now, it is the best time to join in the fantastic Blu-ray entertainment of Mac Blu-ray Player, and you will get more benefits in the future. Hurry up to seize this precious opportunity and join us now! For more information, please visit http://www.macblurayplayer.com

About Macgo Inc.

Founded in 2005, Macgo Inc. has over ten years of experience in video conversion and has developed many video conversion tools with advanced technology. During the past ten years, the company has established itself as the innovative leader in video conversion technology by pioneering more performance enhancing technology.

SOURCE  Macgo Inc.

Macgo Inc.

CONTACT: Susan, +86-512-8957-2739, susan@cjmkt.com

Web Site: http://www.macblurayplayer.com

Golden Gate 3D Launches New Stereoscopic 3D Creative Agency and Production Company

Company to serve film, television, commercial, sports, and corporate markets

SAN FRANCISCO, April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Gate 3D (GG3D), a full service stereoscopic 3D creative agency and production company, has opened for business. With an award-winning, international team headquartered in San Francisco and equipped with leading edge technologies, the company has the ability to produce dynamic, native stereoscopic 3D productions anywhere in the world.

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"We're very happy to now offer film studios, television networks, and corporate clients an exciting new option for the creation of world-class 3D productions," said GG3D founder and director Peter Chang. "We believe our ability to place small, highly-mobile 3D crews anywhere in the world on a cost-effective basis will open up the 3D marketplace for a wide array of clients."

"The explosive growth of 3D in cinemas and consumer electronics has created a huge demand for content, yet the supply of quality 3D material has been lacking," observed Christopher Frey, GG3D Executive Producer. "Our goal is to meet this demand by delivering best-of-class content regardless of the final medium."

The new company features several lightweight 3D field production units built around cutting edge digital cinema camera systems as well as a state-of-the-art 3D post-production facility. "We're thrilled to be featuring the latest technology in truly mobile 3D production," said Emmy-winning GG3D producer and television veteran Steve Gibby. "It opens up a huge range of exciting new production scenarios."

GG3D director and cinematographer Paul Leeming added, "We're also very mindful that the majority of productions are still presented in 2D, so we provide both 2D and 3D masters to our clients for maximum future-proofing."

"It's rare to have such diversity together on one team. Each member has a unique background and brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, awards, and creativity to the table," said GG3D director and action sports veteran Brad Kremer.

GG3D demonstrated its high-quality production capabilities with the release of "Deus Ex Homine" which was Nvidia's unanimous choice for Best 3D Video of 2011. Several other in-house projects are in the works along with various client projects both in the US and internationally, some of which will be previewed at the 2012 NAB Show in Las Vegas. 

Connect with Golden Gate 3D:
Web: http://www.gg3d.com
Email: info@gg3d.com
Phone: +1 (415) 779-GG3D (4433)
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldengate3d
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldengate3d

SOURCE  Golden Gate 3D

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Golden Gate 3D

Web Site: http://www.gg3d.com

Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir Brings Supernatural Thrills to Nintendo 3DS

New Hand-Held Horror Game Delivers Fright-Filled Fun with 3D Environments and a 16-Page Augmented-Reality Book That Brings Ghostly Spirits to Life

REDMOND, Wash., April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- There's no escaping the scary essence of Friday the 13th as Nintendo unleashes an extraordinary new experience in horror-themed entertainment. Launching today exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS system, Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir invites horror fans to immerse themselves in a chilling hand-held adventure. The game's 3D visuals and augmented-reality features help unravel the mysterious tale of a girl named Maya who's been trapped in a haunted house and cursed by a malevolent woman in black. As players strive to rescue Maya, ghostly images are intermingled with real-world environments to create a visceral, personalized experience they won't soon forget.

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Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir comes with the "diary of faces," a 16-page augmented-reality book that transforms the Nintendo 3DS system into the Camera Obscura. When the "diary of faces" is viewed through the lens of the system's built-in camera, it allows players to discover unique experiences that not only advance the game's storyline but also add eerie interactive elements. For example, some pages contain movies that reveal past events that occurred in the haunted house where Maya is trapped, while others cause evil spirits to seemingly emerge from the book and into players' own real-world surroundings.

"Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir literally takes hand-held horror games into a new dimension," said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America's executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. "With the augmented-reality features of Nintendo 3DS, horror fans can not only enjoy a captivating ghost story, they'll also be drawn deeper into the action as the lines between reality and the game world blur in unique ways."

In addition to the main Story Mode, Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir includes additional modes that highlight the built-in 3D photo capabilities of Nintendo 3DS. Spirit Photography mode enhances everyday pictures with haunting visions, while Spirit Check reveals spirits haunting you and your friends. In Spirit Challenge mode, faces of your photographed friends mystically appear on evil spirits in the game, and challenge players to battle against them.

A third mode called Cursed Pages offers additional game content featuring supernatural twists. For instances, players can confront strange masks that are haunted by a boy's spirit or complete memory challenges to identify and dispel an evil doll spirit.

Remember that Nintendo 3DS features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about this and other features, visit http://www.nintendo.com/3ds.

For more information about Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir, visit http://spiritcamera.nintendo.com. You can also view a spooky live-action short inspired by the game on YouTube at http://youtu.be/HgDp4U4iJzQ.

About Nintendo: The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Wii((TM) )home console, Nintendo 3DS((TM)) and Nintendo DS((TM)) family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System((TM)), Nintendo has sold more than 3.9 billion video games and more than 620 million hardware units globally, including the current-generation Wii, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi((TM)) and Nintendo DSi XL((TM)), as well as the Game Boy((TM)), Game Boy Advance, Super NES((TM)), Nintendo 64((TM)) and Nintendo GameCube((TM) )systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names such as Mario((TM)), Donkey Kong((TM)), Metroid((TM)), Zelda((TM)) and Pokemon((TM)). A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the Western Hemisphere. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at http://www.nintendo.com.

CONTACT:
GOLIN HARRIS
Angela Carrasco
213-438-8795
acarrasco@golinharris.com
Maritza Santibanez
312-729-4052
msantibanez@golinharris.com

Note to editors: Nintendo press materials are available at http://press.nintendo.com, a password-protected site. To obtain a login, please contact Deanna Talamantez at 213-438-8742 or dtalamantez@golinharris.com. Users can receive instant Nintendo information by subscribing to the site's RSS feed.

SOURCE  Nintendo of America

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Nintendo of America

Web Site: http://www.nintendo.com

NHN Japan: Release of Official Camera App "LINE camera" for Android (iPhone ver coming soon) - The 2nd Additional Service for Free Calling/Messaging App "LINE"

TOKYO, April 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NHN Japan Corporation (hereinafter referred to as "NHN Japan") announced on April 13 the release of the official camera app "LINE camera" (free and available on Android, with an iPhone version coming soon) for its free calling and free messaging app "LINE" (http://line.naver.jp/). The app allows users to edit and decorate photos easily using LINE's popular characters, and send them directly to friends via LINE and other SNS.

-Official LINE camera website:
http://camera.line.naver.jp/

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LINE is a smartphone app which allows users to enjoy free calls and messages to one another, both nationally and internationally, regardless of which mobile network provider they are using. Currently, it is used by over 28 million users in 231 countries worldwide, including 11 million users in Japan as of April 9.

Following the release of the official greeting card app for LINE, "LINE Card" on March 28, NHN Japan is proud to announce the second additional service for LINE, "LINE camera". This camera app allows users to easily edit and decorate saved photos taken using smartphone cameras, and to directly send the finished photos to friends and groups connected via LINE.

With characters from LINE's "Sticker function" (a communication feature using ultra-expressive character icons) making an appearance, users can edit, decorate and give an original touch to their photos using a vast array of editing tools including over 600 stamps, over 100 different frames, 14 types of filters and 156 types of brushes, as well as photo-text functions and more.

In addition to LINE, users are also able to share the decorated photos using Twitter, Facebook, mixi, Weibo, Me2day, and Cyworld.

The iPhone version is also scheduled to be released within the next few days.

LINE will continually aim to promote active communication between users, and to achieve this, will implement additional services as well as making continuous improvements to its existing functions.

-LINE camera outline:
App Name: LINE camera
System Requirements: Android 2.1 or higher
Languages: English, Japanese, Chinese (traditional/simplified), and Korean
Pricing: Free
Webpage: http://camera.line.naver.jp/

About NHN Japan Corporation

NHN Japan is the local affiliate of Korea's premier Internet company, NHN Corporation. NHN Japan is headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, with Akira Morikawa as CEO.

SOURCE  NHN Japan Corporation

NHN Japan Corporation

CONTACT: Fumiko Hayashi, PR Room, Web Services Business Division, NHN Japan Corporation, +81-70-5077-6073 (Japanese only), Email: Webservice-PR@nhn.com

Web Site: http://camera.line.naver.jp

Seals Unveils a Brilliant and Stylish Rugged Smartphone -- Seals TS3

TWICKENHAM, England, April 13, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    UK-based Seals Technologies Ltd. -- one of the world-leading manufacturers of rugged
telecom equipment and renowned for its dedication to customers' needs as well as high
quality products and innovative technologies -- announces the launch of Seals TS3.

    (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120412/HK86380 )

    Seals has earlier launched its first series of model Seals VR 7, a tough rugged phone
for users working in the most extreme environments engineered to withstand challenges in
any working condition. The new TS3 model, which is ruggedized, is a fully-featured Android
Smartphone featuring a brilliant new shiny and fashionable look. It is not only in tune
with contemporary demands of today's users, but is also designed to be a tough and
all-weather phone. It provides high compatibility and flexible connectivities for various
industrial applications. It is also a great companion for those who maintain active
lifestyles and are keen participants of extreme hobbies and sports.

    Seals TS3 is a WCDMA/GSM dual mode mobile phone equipped with Android 2.3 Gingerbread
operating system, WiFi (802.11b/g), GPS and Bluetooth 4.0 plus EDR and a 5.0-megapixel AF
camera, a front facing VGA camera for video calling, as well as thousands of applications
available from Android Market. The phone has 512MB RAM and 512MB internal memory to ensure
extensive data processing and storage, expandable external memory up to 32GB.Seals TS3 is
powered by a Li-Po 1780 mAh battery, which offers a substantially longer battery life of
up to standby time of 810 hours and 20 hours of talking time.

    The new Seals TS3 is IP-68 rating/MIL-810G certified, seal-proof in wastewater of up
to two meters deep. Seals TS3 has a 3.5-inch 320x480-pixel scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass
display. Other features include acoustic noise-cancelling technology, one-key positioning
(a SOS rescue feature), E-compass and Pedometer.

    The new Seals TS3 model encompasses all the waterproof, dustproof, shockproof and
scratch-resistant features of the first series, and has been modified to function in
extreme temperatures ranging from -20 degrees Celsius to +60 degrees Celsius.

    The new Seals phone is user-friendly and portable, available in 2 colors -- stylish
and elegant black, fashionable yellow-black.

    For more information, please visit: http://www.sealstech.co.uk/seals-ts3.php

Source: Seals Technologies Ltd.

At Seals Technologies Ltd., Ms. Christina Alberts, +44-203-368-6507

Encoding.com Collaborates with Dolby to Bring Professional Audio Capabilities to World's Largest Video Encoding Platform

SAN FRANCISCO, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Encoding.com, the world's largest video encoding service, and provider of Vid.ly, the universal video URL platform, announced that it is working with Dolby® Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB), to integrate Dolby Digital Plus within Encoding.com's cloud-based video platform. Dolby Digital Plus enables the delivery of high-quality audio to a wide range of devices and distribution workflows, including broadcast, over-the-top, online, and video-on-demand.  The combination of Encoding.com's video expertise, with Dolby's world-class audio capabilities, enables Hollywood studio-quality video experiences to online and mobile platforms.   

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This collaboration between Dolby and Encoding.com addresses the challenge of providing high-quality digital content across multiple platforms. Dolby Digital Plus ensures the delivery of high-quality sound, with a bandwidth-efficient audio solution, that is designed to preserve and maintain the integrity of an artist's content.  Together, Encoding.com and Dolby provide an ideal solution for studios, cable programmers and video-on-demand service providers, to deliver high-quality premium video to HDTVs, smart phones, tablets, and PCs. 

"Dolby Digital Plus is a key part of high-definition entertainment and delivers a cinematic sound experience to consumers across a wide range of devices," said Jean-Christophe Morizur, Senior Director, Professional Solutions, Dolby Laboratories. "Encoding.com is a leader in Cloud encoding services and our collaboration enables service providers to deliver high-quality, multi-channel audio entertainment for services, devices and applications."

Dolby Digital Plus delivers a studio-quality HD audio experience to a large array of devices, including smart phones, connected TVs, Blu-ray players, tablets, and game consoles. There are more than 640 million devices which support Dolby Digital.

"Partnering with Dolby, we can now offer our customers the highest-level, pro-audio capabilities to ensure their video content not only looks great, but sounds extraordinary, across all popular web, mobile and OTT platforms," said Jeff Malkin, president of Encoding.com.  "Supporting the TV Everywhere initiatives, driven by our media and entertainment customers, Encoding.com and Dolby, working together, are committed to bringing the theater experience into consumers' homes and pockets."

About Encoding.com

Encoding.com, the world's largest video encoding service and provider of Vid.ly, the universal video URL platform, powers thousands of companies, including leading brands across media and entertainment, eLearning, retail, telecommunications, lifestyle, and advertising.  Blending a flexible SaaS model, using cloud-computing platforms, Encoding.com enables publishers and developers to instantly scale, while eliminating expensive video infrastructure investments.  Encoding.com supports all popular web and mobile formats, utilizing its proprietary Encoding Intelligence(TM) to accelerate processing, reduce errors and optimize video for any device. Gartner recognized Encoding.com as a "Cool Vendor 2011."  For ongoing Company updates, please see http://blog.encoding.com or follow @encodingdotcom on Twitter.

SOURCE  Encoding.com

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Encoding.com

CONTACT: Frances Mann-Craik of Addison Marketing, +1-408-868-9577, frances@addisonmarketing.com, for Encoding.com

Web Site: http://www.encoding.com

Verizon Wireless is Bringing the Power of Its 4G LTE Network to Visalia, California

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced it is bringing the nation's largest 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network to Visalia, California, in the coming weeks.  With the 4G LTE network, customers can use 4G LTE wireless devices in Visalia to access the Internet faster; listen to music or watch video on their phones; use thousands of apps; and stay in touch with family and friends, all with speeds up to 10 times faster than before. 

When Verizon Wireless turns on its 4G LTE network in Visalia, customers who live or visit areas including Visalia, downtown Hanford, Laton, Lemoore, downtown Tulare, Earlimart, parts of Porterville and along Highway 99 will have access to the nation's fastest 4G network.

"The future is here in Visalia and it is Verizon Wireless 4G LTE," said Kevin Zavaglia, region president for Verizon Wireless. "Our commitment to 4G LTE is bringing customers a level of wireless data service with upload and download speeds and connectivity that is revolutionizing the way we communicate."

Since its launch on December 5, 2010, Verizon Wireless has introduced its 4G LTE network to more than 200 million people in 203 markets across the country and supports more than 20 4G LTE devices, including a wide variety of tablets, smartphones, hotspots and more.

In real-world, fully loaded network environments, Verizon Wireless 4G LTE customers should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink.   

Visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/lte for more information about Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network and a list of current markets.   

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 108 million total wireless connections, including 92.2 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Heidi Flato, Verizon Wireless, +1-925-279-6545, Heidi.Flato@verizonwireless.com

Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com

IAVM Partners with SwiftMobile to Provide Mobile Apps for Premier Industry Events

COPPELL, Texas, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), the world's largest professional association dedicated to issues relevant to the management of public assembly venues, announced today that it has partnered with SwiftMobile, a company that builds mobile app programs for convention centers, association and enterprise meetings and conferences, trade shows and business communities. SwiftMobile will be implementing IAVM's first meeting mobile app at VenueConnect 2012, July 21-24 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In conjunction with the partnership, SwiftMobile will produce apps for VenueConnect, the Arena Management Conference, the International Convention Centers Conference and the International Crowd Management Conference.

"We strive to continually enhance our service to members, discovering efficient and innovative ways to deliver resources and information," said Gina Brydson, membership director at IAVM. "SwiftMobile offers a robust program that will allow our members and meeting attendees to easily and conveniently access program information, speaker bios, event details, exhibitor details and more from their smart phone."

For SwiftMobile, working with IAVM is an opportunity to demonstrate to convention centers, stadiums, arenas and performing arts centers from around the world the potential that the mobile medium has to enhance meetings and events for attendees. SwiftMobile CEO Kathleen Gilroy noted, "At most events 75 percent of attendees or more are now using mobile devices. It's an important channel for communication that comes with a slew of new opportunities."

One of those opportunities is advertising and sponsorship. SwiftMobile will be assisting IAVM with creating advertising and sponsorship recognition in the apps. "This is an incredible opportunity for our sponsors. Through the SwiftMobile apps, sponsors and advertisers will have the opportunity to reach a broader audience," said Roy Benear, vice president of sales and business development at IAVM.

"It's an honor to partner for IAVM and create apps for the premier events in the industry," said Paul Fitzgerald, vice president of sales and director of SwiftMobile's venue apps program. "And we're extremely excited to show their members just what mobile can do and what it can mean for their venue."

About IAVM
The International Association of Venue Managers is the world's largest professional association dedicated to issues relevant to the management of public assembly venues. Members of the association manage public assembly venues such as amphitheaters, arenas, auditoriums, convention centers/exhibit halls, performing arts venues, stadiums and university complexes; or provide products, services or attractions to support the industry. IAVM has more than 3,800 members worldwide. More information is available at http://www.IAVM.org.

About SwiftMobile
SwiftMobile builds mobile app programs for events and meetings, convention centers and enterprise customers. We've built more than 120 apps for more devices, in more languages and for more different kinds of meetings than any other meeting app developer. Our customers include the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, the Georgia International Convention Center, the Greater Columbus Convention Center, the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC., the Direct Marketing Association, the American College of Ophthalmologic Surgeons, the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists and SAP. In 2010, SwiftMobile was selected a Gartner Group "Cool" Company. For more information, visit http://www.swiftmobile.com.

Contact: Kayla McKinley
Kayla.McKinley@IAVM.org
972.906.7441

SOURCE  International Association of Venue Managers

International Association of Venue Managers

Web Site: http://www.iavm.org/

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network to Expand in San Luis Obispo, California

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced that it will expand the nation's largest 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in San Luis Obispo, California, in the coming weeks. The expanded 4G LTE network will enable customers to use their wireless devices in more parts of San Luis Obispo to access the Internet faster; listen to music or watch video on their phones; use thousands of apps; and stay in touch with family and friends, all with speeds up to 10 times faster than before.     

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE service is currently available in San Luis Obispo but with the planned network expansion, residents in areas such as Arroyo Grande and South San Luis Obispo areas will have improved access to the nation's fastest 4G network.   

"The future is here in San Luis Obispo and it is Verizon Wireless 4G LTE," said Kevin Zavaglia, region president for Verizon Wireless. "Our commitment to 4G LTE is bringing customers a level of wireless data service with upload and download speeds and connectivity that is revolutionizing the way we communicate."

Since its launch on December 5, 2010, Verizon Wireless has introduced its 4G LTE network to more than 200 million people in 203 markets across the country and supports more than 20 4G LTE devices, including a wide variety of tablets, smartphones, hotspots and more.

In real-world, fully loaded network environments, Verizon Wireless 4G LTE customers should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink.   

Visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/lte for more information about Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network and a list of current markets.   

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 108 million total wireless connections, including 92.2 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Heidi Flato of Verizon Wireless, +1-925-279-6545, Heidi.Flato@verizonwireless.com

Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network to Expand­ in Stockton, California

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced that it will expand the nation's largest 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in Stockton, California, in the coming weeks.  The expanded 4G LTE network will enable customers to use their wireless devices in more parts of Stockton to access the Internet faster; listen to music or watch video on their phones; use thousands of apps; and stay in touch with family and friends, all with speeds up to 10 times faster than before.       

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE service is currently available in Stockton but with the planned network expansion, residents in areas such as Quail Lake, Lathrop and Waterloo will have improved access to the nation's fastest 4G network.

"The future is here in Stockton and it is Verizon Wireless 4G LTE," said Kevin Zavaglia, region president for Verizon Wireless. "Our commitment to 4G LTE is bringing customers a level of wireless data service with upload and download speeds and connectivity that is revolutionizing the way we communicate."

Since its launch on December 5, 2010, Verizon Wireless has introduced its 4G LTE network to more than 200 million people in 203 markets across the country and supports more than 20 4G LTE devices, including a wide variety of tablets, smartphones, hotspots and more.

In real-world, fully loaded network environments, Verizon Wireless 4G LTE customers should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink.   

Visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/lte for more information about Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network and a list of current markets.   

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 108 million total wireless connections, including 92.2 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Heidi Flato of Verizon Wireless, +1-925-279-6545, Heidi.Flato@verizonwireless.com

Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network to Expand in Fresno, California

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today announced that it will expand the nation's largest 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in Fresno, California, in the coming weeks.  The expanded 4G LTE network will enable customers to use their wireless devices in more parts of Fresno to access the Internet faster; listen to music or watch video on their phones; use thousands of apps; and stay in touch with family and friends, all with speeds up to 10 times faster than before.       

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE service is currently available in Fresno but with the planned network expansion, residents in the West and South Fresno area, including Highway 180 and Highway 99, will have improved access to the nation's fastest 4G network.   

"The future is here in Fresno and it is Verizon Wireless 4G LTE," said Kevin Zavaglia, region president for Verizon Wireless. "Our commitment to 4G LTE is bringing customers a level of wireless data service with upload and download speeds and connectivity that is revolutionizing the way we communicate."

Since its launch on December 5, 2010, Verizon Wireless has introduced its 4G LTE network to more than 200 million people in 203 markets across the country and supports more than 20 4G LTE devices, including a wide variety of tablets, smartphones, hotspots and more.

In real-world, fully loaded network environments, Verizon Wireless 4G LTE customers should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink.   

Visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/lte for more information about Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network and a list of current markets.   

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves nearly 108 million total wireless connections, including 92.2 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Heidi Flato, Verizon Wireless, 925.279.6545, Heidi.Flato@verizonwireless.com

Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com

Ice Age Village(TM) Climbs to the Top of the Glacier on the App Store and Google Play

PARIS, April 12, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Since its launch on April 5, the official Ice Age mobile app has seen over 5 million
downloads, making its debut one of the most explosive in app history. Ice Age Village took
the #1 ranking in the App Store's Top Free Games category in over 50 countries (iPhone)
and over 90 countries (iPad). Ice Age Village has quickly joined the App Stores' Top 5
grossing games in over 50 countries. Consumer ratings are exceptional: China (score: 5/5),
Germany (4.5/5), Japan (4.5/5), Brazil (5/5), United States (4.5/5), Canada (5/5),
Australia (4.5/5) and France (5/5).

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    The product of an exclusive agreement between Gameloft and Fox Digital Entertainment,
the game offers an immersive and entertaining experience set in the Ice Age universe.
Players interact with film characters such as Sid, Manny, Diego, and Scrat, through quests
and mini-games.

    "We are very proud to offer a gaming experience that appeals to Gameloft and Ice Age
fans alike," said Karine Kaiser, Gameloft Vice-President of Marketing and Licensing. "We
have collaborated closely with Fox Digital Entertainment to provide a Free-to-Play game
with broad fan appeal, thanks to its simplicity and free access. Its success represents a
new, strong brand addition to our game catalogue."

    "We are pleased with the extremely positive reception this newest addition to the Ice
Age franchise has enjoyed across the world," said Rick Philips, Senior Vice-President of
the Mobile Division of Fox Digital Entertainment. "Ice Age fans are eager to meet their
heroes on tablets and smartphones. New missions, which will be released over the next
three months, will help prepare fans for the return of Sid, Manny, Diego and Scrat in Ice
Age: Continental Drift, which is coming to theaters this summer."

    The highly anticipated fourth installment of the film franchise, Ice Age: Continental
Drift is scheduled for theatrical release in July of 2012.

    About Fox Digital Entertainment

    Fox Digital Entertainment (FDE) is the Twentieth Century Fox division dedicated to
fostering new and innovative video content and apps in emerging distribution channels. FDE
develops and produces original videos, apps, and games based on new concepts and
extensions of existing Fox intellectual property. The group has produced a number of
award-winning products, among them GLEE(TM) KARAOKE, ANGRY BIRDS(TM) RIO, and many others.

    About Gameloft

    A leading global publisher of digital and social games, Gameloft(R) has established
itself as one of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for
all digital platforms, including mobile phones, smartphones and tablets (including
Apple(R) iOS and Android(R) devices), set-top boxes, connected TVs and consoles. Gameloft
partners with leading international brands such as UNO(R), Ferrari(R) and Sonic
Unleashed(R). Gameloft also operates its own established franchises, such as Real
Football, Asphalt(TM), Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation and N.O.V.A. 2: Near Orbit Vanguard
Alliance(R). Gameloft is present on all continents, distributes its games in 100 countries
and employs over 4,500 developers.

    Gameloft is listed on the Paris Stock Exchange (ISIN: FR0000079600, Bloomberg: GFT FP,
Reuters: GLFT.PA).

   
    Press Contact:
    Jessica Lewinstein
    Press Relations Manager
    Tel.: +1-415-615-0520

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Dealfind Offers Canadians a Friday The 13th Blowout Sale

Amazing Deals Kick-Off With Petro Canada Gift Cards

TORONTO, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Dealfind, the third largest group buying site in North America[1], announced today its Friday The 13th Blowout Sale on Friday, April 13th, bringing Canadians from 10 cities exceptional deals all day long starting with $5 for $10 Petro Canada gift cards!

The promotion kicks off on Friday at 9:00 AM local time and runs through 5:00 PM, with hourly deals for residents in Calgary, Edmonton, London, Mississauga, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg and York Region.

Each market features a mix of Dealfind's most popular deals at even greater discounts. At least 100 vouchers will be offered for every deal, so savvy shoppers will have a great chance to get their hands on one of these deals.

Example blowout deals include:

    --  $15 facials and massages
    --  $10 mani and pedis
    --  $10 for 20 Yoga classes
    --  $10 oil changes
    --  $20 hair cuts
    --  $20 house cleaning
    --  And much more!
The Friday The 13th Blowout Sale comes on the heels of Dealfind's upcoming two-year anniversary, becoming the latest way for consumers to save even more money using the Dealfind website. Over the last year, Dealfind added Travel, Product and Everyday Deals to complement traditional daily deals and give customers what they both need and want.

"For the last two years, Dealfind has been devoted to saving our customers as much money as possible by offering a variety of fun and practical deals," said Dealfind Co-Founder and President Gary Lipovetsky. "Our Friday The 13th Blowout Sale is the latest way we're able to do so and we know Canadians will love the line-up of deals we've prepared for them this Friday."

North Americans have now purchased more than 2.2 million vouchers to eat, play, shop and relax at 50 to 90 percent off, saving more than $515 million, as the company continues expanding throughout Canada and the U.S. Dealfind is now available to consumers in 71 North American markets, with deals offered in 41 U.S. markets and 30 markets in Canada.

To access more daily deals, visit http://www.dealfind.com. Businesses interested in partnering with Dealfind can apply online at http://dealfindbusiness.com/form_getstarted.asp.

About Dealfind:

Dealfind is the third-ranked group buying website on the North American Daily Deal Media Power Rankings, operating in 71 markets in Canada and the U.S. It has sold nearly 2.2 million vouchers since 2010, saving consumers more than $515 million. Privately held, Dealfind boasts refundable group buying vouchers, as well as full customer service support. The Toronto-based company is a member of the Google Offerspartner program and provides small and medium-sized enterprises the opportunity to cost-effectively gain new and repeat customers through smart online marketing and referral programs.

[1] The North American Daily Deal Media Power Rankings is a proprietary ranking and verification system launched by Daily Deal Media in May 2011.  Daily Deal Media is the authoritative source for news, data and resources for the Daily Deal industry

SOURCE  Dealfind

Dealfind

CONTACT: Mallory Snitker, SS|PR, +1-847-415-9300, msnitker@sspr.com

Web Site: http://www.dealfind.com

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Joins OppsPlace.com as Charter Member to Further Highlight Its Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion by Creating Opportunities for Minority Talent and Businesses

OppsPlace Connects U.S. Companies to Minority Talent and Qualified Minority Businesses for Employment and Vendor Supplier Opportunities Across the Country

BETHESDA, Md., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- OppsPlace.com announced today that Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP®) has joined as a corporate charter member to increase diversity and inclusion within their talent and supplier procurement selection pools. ADP joins a list of corporations from around the country each with a commitment to business solutions aimed at creating employment and business opportunities within the minority community.

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"OppsPlace was created as an online network to connect minority professionals and minority businesses to large U.S. corporations," said Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and co-founder of OppsPlace. "I believe corporate America must do more to fully engage the minority community and OppsPlace makes it easier for this engagement to take place. I commend ADP for becoming one of our charter members and for making an affirmative statement that they are truly committed to increasing employment and business opportunities for minority Americans."     

The vision of Johnson and technology expert Ariel Friedler, OppsPlace provides companies with the best opportunity to find qualified minority job seekers and minority businesses online.

OppsPlace is free of charge for job seekers and minority firms and allows corporate human resources and procurement executives to easily access qualified job seekers and qualified minority businesses for openings to provide the best opportunities.

ADP joins the nearly 40 other companies from across the U.S. to register as OppsPlace charter members.

For more information, visit us online at http://www.oppsplace.com.

About OppsPlace:OppsPlace, LLC created by Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and Ariel Friedler, CEO of Symplicity Corporation, is the preeminent online network for minorities looking to build net worth. It is the only online community that aggregates rich content, minorities looking for jobs and minority businesses seeking to do business with U.S. corporations - all in a robust networking environment. OppsPlace provides U.S. companies with the best opportunity to find qualified, minority job seekers and minority businesses in one online destination. For more information visit http://www.oppsplace.com.

CONTACT: Traci Otey Blunt, +1-240-774-7858

SOURCE  OppsPlace, LLC

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OppsPlace, LLC

Web Site: http://www.oppsplace.com

Colordyne Technologies Introduces 1600 PC Pro Inline Finishing System Powered by Memjet

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Colordyne Technologies (CDT), a manufacturer provider of high speed color printing solutions, announced today that it will introduce its new 1600 PC Pro inline finishing system powered by Memjet technologies at the CPP Expo trade show April 18-19 in Cleveland, Ohio.

The CDT-1600 PC Pro (Production Class) printer is the first affordable, high speed printing system of its kind running both pre-die cut labels or non-die cut master rolls for post-printing finishing with the Colordyne 1600 PC Pro inline finishing system. The 1600 PC Pro combines the proven performance of the 1600 PC Sprint with an inline finishing system. The printing system sets an industry benchmark at 160 feet/minute (32 inches/second) at affordable costs effectively competing with flexographic small and medium print run costs. The CDT-1600 PC Pro is the first commercially available production-class inline finishing solution powered by Memjet.

"We are introducing a complete digital label printing solution that competes in the flexographic printing market," said Gary Falconbridge, president of Colordyne. "The 1600 PC Pro integrates an inline finishing system manufactured by AzTech Converting Systems that meets the demands of just-in-time printing."

The 1600 PC Pro delivers high quality labels or tags at 1600 x 1200 dpi and can be configured with a flexographic printing/coating station, lamination station, die-cut stations, and slitting station.

CDT-1600 PC Pro (Production Class) Summary

    --  Print speeds up to 160 feet/minute (32 inches/second) delivering 1600 x
        1200 dpi print resolution
    --  Flexographic printing/coating station with hot air dryer, GEW curing
        unit, Wilson Manufacturing tint roller, and ceramic anilox roller
    --  Lamination station with 20" maximum diameter catilevered top-side tower
        with 3" diameter spindle
    --  Two dual framed fully supported rotary die cut stations with 24" maximum
        repeat, 26" diameter waste wind-up, 3" diameter spindle and adjustable
        underscore unit
    --  Interchangeable slitting station with choice of rotary shear, razor, or
        pneumatic crush knife
About Colordyne Technologies

Colordyne Technologies is a leading manufacturer of high-speed color print solutions powered by Memjet technologies. Colordyne specializes in affordable, high quality Bench Top and Production Class label, tag and signage color on demand inkjet printers (sheets, roll-to-roll, and fan-fold) for a wide range of applications and industries at breakthrough speeds and cost effectiveness. Colordyne maintains two offices in Scottsdale, AZ and Brookfield, WI. For more information, please visit http://www.colordynetech.com or follow us on twitter @colordynetech.

About Memjet

Memjet is the global leader in color printing technologies that provide remarkable speeds and affordability. The company supplies technologies and components to OEM partners across the printing industry. Memjet is protected by over 3000 global patents with 2000 additional patents pending. Memjet maintains its corporate office in San Diego, and has offices in Dublin, Sydney, Taipei, Singapore and Boise, Idaho. The company is privately held. For more information, please visit http://www.memjet.com.

Contact: +1-262-784-1932, melissa@colordynetech.com

SOURCE  Colordyne Technologies

Colordyne Technologies

CONTACT: Melissa Krische, +1-262-785-2594

Web Site: http://www.memjet.com

Myriad Group Unleashes Mobile Social Networking to the 80 Percent of Asian Subscribers Without a Smartphone

- Myriad Updates enables operators to monetize Facebook and Twitter on low-end devices for the first time

- Just switch it on, the mass-market solution that needs no data plan or application download

ZURICH, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Myriad Group AG (SIX: MYRN), the company powering billions of rich mobile social and web experiences on any connected device, today announces it is launching its new mobile social networking service for low-end phones, Myriad Updates, in Asia.

Available on nearly any mobile device, Myriad Updates enables mobile subscribers who have limited or no access to data to connect to Facebook and Twitter, and become part of the explosive growth of global social networks.

With only 19% smartphone penetration in Asia (VisionMobile, November 2011), Myriad Updates is opening up new markets and creating huge revenue opportunities for Asian mobile carriers by enabling them to more effectively monetize subscribers on low-end devices.

Over 2.5 billion mobile users around the world already rely on Myriad software and Myriad has already gained significant commercial success with Tier 1 carriers such as Telefonica, Vodafone and Orange in other regions with low smartphone penetration such as Africa, India and Latin America.  In doing so, Myriad is on track to deliver social networking services to over 1 billion mobile users by the end of 2012. Powered by Myriad's mobile social networking platform - Xumii, Myriad Updates presents the user's social network activity on-screen as text using the USSD bearer. This in turn enables users to stay connected without having to install an app or requiring a data plan.

Myriad was selected by Orange to deliver mobile social networking to over 70 million subscribers across its Africa region. In the first week of launch, one carrier signed over 50,000 paying subscribers to their new social networking service powered by Myriad Updates.

Myriad's deep heritage in embedded software and its unique ability to deliver end-to-end solutions enables carriers to rapidly deliver cutting edge, scalable and robust services while creating new revenue opportunities, no matter where in the world the carrier operates or whatever devices they support.

"By establishing a successful track record of enabling and monetizing mobile social experiences, Myriad has attracted significant interest in both developed and high-growth markets. We are excited to introduce Myriad Updates to Asia as it has already proven so successful for Tier 1 carriers like Orange, Telefonica and Vodafone," said Gordon Tsang, SVP Sales & GM, Asia. "Now, by allowing carriers to more effectively monetize subscribers on low-end devices who do not have a data plan, we are enabling them to capitalize on the huge demand for mobile social network access - creating new lines of revenue from the majority of their subscriber base, a group that was previously out of reach."

To view a demo of Myriad Updates click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKqfy36UI-M

About Myriad

Myriad is chosen by leading OEMs and network service providers to power rich mobile social and web experiences - from the most basic to the smartest connected device through a single, scalable platform.

Today, over 2.5 billion mobile users rely on Myriad software. Myriad apps often provide users with their first taste of the Internet, and with our proven technology embedded in every Android device we are on target to help our partners power the next billion users.

We operate worldwide, with offices in Switzerland, France, UK, USA, Mexico, India, UAE, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Australia. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Myriad is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX Symbol: MYRN).

For more information please visit our website: http://www.myriadgroup.com. You can also follow us on twitter@MyriadGroup and view our YouTube Channel - YouTube.com/myriadgroupmarketing.

SOURCE  Myriad Group AG

Myriad Group AG

CONTACT: Kate Hamilton or Jaime Tero for Myriad, +1-415-989-9803, +44 (0) 207 437 0227, myriad@onechocolatecomms.com

Web Site: http://www.myriadgroup.com

FXDD Launches Commission-Free Mirror Trader Integration Partnership

Exclusive FXDD Integration is a First for Retail Traders

NEW YORK, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- FXDD, a leader in online Forex trading and education, today announced a partnership with Mirror Trader, allowing FXDD clients to be the first to instantly sync Mirror Trader strategies with other FXDD platforms. Mirror Trader integration is currently available to clients using MetaTrader 4. FXDD expects to roll out this integration to its other platforms in the near future.

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"By offering the first commission-free Mirror Trader and MetaTrader 4 seamless trading experience, FXDD is continuing its mission to innovate and deliver a competitive edge for our traders," said John Corbett, director of marketing for FXDD. "With Mirror Trader's extremely user-friendly interface, it doesn't take an expert to trade professional strategies and define the right approach."

Developed by Tradency, Mirror Trader's intuitive platform allows traders to access professional strategies and orders, which are instantly synced across the MetaTrader 4 platform, and provides the ability to monitor transactions all in one place.

Mirror Trader gives traders access to hundreds of handpicked strategies developed by experienced Forex trading professionals. Once you employ a strategy, the engine will send you signals that automatically or semi-automatically execute orders on your behalf according to the strategy parameters you define and current market conditions. The system is available to all FXDD clients.

Mirror Trader offers:

    --  An extremely intuitive web interface with a dynamic tutorial upon
        start-up
    --  Visual trade metrics to review strategy performance
    --  T-Score indicator to help sort through various strategies
    --  A vast library of professionally developed strategies to choose from
Get started with Mirror Trader:

    --  New FXDD clients: To get started with FXDD, open a live or demo account
        online at http://www.fxdd.com/en/promo/landing-pages/mirror-trader-mt4
Disclaimer: Please note that exclusive trading groups who use specialized strategies will have to continue to pay commissions to execute systems. Managed accounts that operate with a limited power of attorney may not execute orders using this system unless otherwise advised.

About FXDD
FXDD (http://www.fxdd.com), a Foreign Exchange Dealer registered with the CFTC and a member of the National Futures Association, is headquartered in New York City's 7 World Trade Center.  FXDD is a leader in online Forex trading dedicated to providing superior customer service, powerful trading technology, and reliable streaming liquidity.  FXDD provides services to individual and institutional traders, hedge funds, commercial entities, brokerage firms and money managers around the world.  FXDD offers 24-hour Forex trading by way of its trading platforms, which include: MetaTrader, PowerTrader, Mirror Trader, and FXDDTrader.  The Company's services currently provide competitive interbank pricing, no-interest accounts, and fully-automated execution.  FXDD also provides 50:1 leverage in the US, as well as competitive bid-to-ask spreads.

Follow FXDD and FXDD Europe on Twitter and on Facebook.

SOURCE  FXDD

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FXDD

CONTACT: John Corbett, FXDD, +1-212-266-0888, jcorbett@fxdd.com; or Paul Newmann, Fleishman-Hillard, +1-312-729-3647, paul.newmann@fleishman.com

Web Site: http://www.fxdd.com

Bonobos and Nordstrom Announce Partnership: Customer Centric E-tailer Moves Offline with Retail Service Pioneer

Nordstrom Leads $16M Investment Round in Web-Driven Clothing Brand Bonobos

NEW YORK, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Bonobos, Inc. (http://www.bonobos.com), the largest clothing brand launched on the internet in the United States, announces that Nordstrom (NYSE: JWN) will now sell Bonobos clothing at Nordstrom full-line stores and on Nordstrom.com. This establishes Bonobos, known for its energetic line of better-fitting men's pants, as the first clothing brand of its kind to launch on the web, get to scale, and then extend offline.

In tandem, Bonobos announces the close of a $16.4 million minority investment round led by Nordstrom and with full participation from insiders, including Silicon Valley-based venture capital firms Accel Partners and Lightspeed Venture Partners.

"Partnering with retail legend Nordstrom was an easy decision. As I spent time with Blake, Pete, Erik and Jamie Nordstrom, it became clear that while they are much further along than we are, we share the same focus on creating a fantastic customer experience," states Andy Dunn, founder and CEO of Bonobos.  "We understand there are people who still want to touch and feel clothing before they purchase. We realized we needed help expanding beyond our web-only roots. Nordstrom is the leader in retail customer service and they are incredibly innovative. We admire their leadership team and feel lucky to be in business with them."

Bonobos clothing is known for exceptional fit and colorful energy. Launched exclusively online in 2007 with their signature pants, Bonobos has since expanded to offer a full menswear line. Bonobos at Nordstrom will be the first time the brand is available in-store and online outside Bonobos.com and the company's New York City headquarters' showroom store. Beginning in April, Nordstrom will carry the top two product lines of Bonobos: the best-selling Washed Chinos in core khaki colors and colorful spring options, and the Bonobos Weekday Warriors, a collection of non-iron cotton trousers. In addition, some seasonal pants and shorts will be offered at select stores and online. The brand will launch at twenty of Nordstrom's full-line stores and within the Men's Shop on Nordstrom.com.

"Bonobos makes great-fitting product and customers are clearly responding to their energetic sense of style. They are a pioneer in leveraging the Internet to build great relationships with their customers, a common focus of both organizations," says Jamie Nordstrom, President of Nordstrom Direct. "Our investment with Bonobos will enable Nordstrom to participate in the young company's phenomenal growth, and we look forward to what we can learn from each other as we build the business together."

Last March, Nordstrom acquired HauteLook, an online retailer that offers flash sales on top fashion and lifestyle brands. The deal was the first transaction of its kind with a leading fashion specialty retail chain acquiring an online private sale company. With the announcement of Nordstrom's investment in Bonobos, one of the first vertically-integrated web-driven clothing brands, Nordstrom's commitment to innovation at the intersection of retail and technology continues.

In addition to Nordstrom.com, Nordstrom full-line locations carrying Bonobos include:

    The Grove (Los Angeles, CA)              Natick Collection (Natick, MA)
    Fashion Island (Newport Beach, CA)       Montgomery Mall (Bethesda, MD)
    Stanford Shopping Center (Palo Alto, CA) Mall of America (Bloomington, MN)
    Fashion Valley (San Diego, CA)           Garden State Plaza (Paramus, NJ)
    San Francisco Centre (San Francisco, CA) Short Hills (Short Hills, NJ)
    Cherry Creek Shopping Center (Denver,
     CO)                                     Washington Square (Tigard, OR)
    The Gardens Mall (Palm Beach Gardens,     The Mall at Green Hills
     FL)                                      (Nashville, TN)
    Phipps Plaza (Atlanta, GA)                The Shops at La Cantera (San
                                              Antonio, TX)
    Michigan Avenue (Chicago, IL)            Tysons Corner Center (McLean, VA)
    Oakbrook Center (Oakbrook, IL)           Downtown Seattle (Seattle, WA)
For more information visit: http://www.bonobos.com/nordstrom

ABOUT BONOBOS: Bonobos is a clothing company focused on delivering great fit, high energy, and superb customer experience. Launched in 2007 on the internet with its signature line of better-fitting men's pants, Bonobos is now the largest apparel brand ever built on the web in the US. In 2011 Bonobos extended offline, launching the Bonobos Guides program to bring personalized, one-to-one service to those wanting to experience the brand in-person.  In 2012, Bonobos expands its distribution to a partnership with Nordstrom, bringing Bonobos apparel into twenty doors nationwide and to Nordstrom.com. Across channels, Bonobos is focused on delivering a well-targeted brand promise: world-class fit, an innovative shopping experience and an energetic brand spirit. Bonobos was named "One of America's Hottest Brands" by Advertising Age, "Best Men's Pants" by New York Magazine, one of Inc. Magazine's "20 Awesome Facebook Pages" and was awarded Crain's "Best Places to Work in New York City".  Visit http://www.bonobos.com.

ABOUT NORDSTROM:

Nordstrom, Inc. is one of the nation's leading fashion specialty retailers. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 227 stores in 31 states, including 117 full-line stores, 106 Nordstrom Racks, two Jeffrey boutiques, one treasure&bond store and one clearance store. Nordstrom also serves customers through Nordstrom.com and through its catalogs. Additionally, the Company operates in the online private sale marketplace through its subsidiary HauteLook. Nordstrom, Inc.'s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.

SOURCE  Bonobos, Inc.

Bonobos, Inc.

CONTACT: Press, For Bonobos: Goldin Solutions, +1-212-319-3451, Rose Levy, rose@goldinsolutions.com / x 641, Nadin Naumann, nadin@goldinsolutions.com / x643; or Colin Johnson, +1-206-303-3036, For Nordstrom, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.bonobos.com

Supplemental Health Care Introduces The Patient Care Forum

New Blog Examines Healthcare Delivery and Patient Care

PARK CITY, Utah, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Supplemental Health Care, a national healthcare workforce solutions provider, today announced the launch of its new blog, The Patient Care Forum.  Designed to explore the dynamics of healthcare delivery and its connection to positive patient outcomes, this blog will offer a platform for healthcare professionals to learn about and discuss the latest industry trends and news.

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The Patient Care Forum will provide readers with weekly articles examining a range of themes that are driving change in today's healthcare industry and impacting the quality of patient care.  Featured topics will include healthcare reform and legislative activity, health information technology and telemedicine, workforce strategies, healthcare compliance, employment trends, and much more.

"As a staffing partner to healthcare organizations, we believe it is vital to evaluate the complexities of the healthcare system to continuously improve our industry and care for patients," said Janet Elkin, President and CEO at Supplemental Health Care.  "We hope to foster a deeper understanding of the nation's healthcare landscape, and encourage readers to share their experiences and constructive opinions about topics profiled on our blog."

In recent weeks, the Patient Care Forum has published blogs highlighting the most popular and current discussions in healthcare such as electronic medical records, employee overtime, technological advances in patient care, the evolution of nursing and the expansion of the healthcare workforce.                                                                                                             

To read more from Supplemental Health Care's new blog, visit http://www.PatientCareForum.com.

For additional resources from Supplemental Health Care, visitors can browse the company's Healthcare Library, a special section of its website offering a collection of government and industry sites detailing the latest healthcare industry news and developments.         

About Supplemental Health Care
Based in Park City, Utah, Supplemental Health Care delivers wide-ranging workforce solutions that address staffing challenges faced by healthcare organizations today.  For more than 27 years, the company has provided organizations better access to skilled nurses, therapists, physicians and other healthcare specialties.  With more than 60 local offices in major U.S. markets and four national travel divisions, Travel Nursing, Travel Allied, Locum Tenens and Health Information Management, Supplemental Health Care places healthcare professionals in temporary and travel positions throughout the country. 

Visit Supplemental Health Care online at http://www.SupplementalHealthCare.com.

SOURCE  Supplemental Health Care

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Supplemental Health Care

CONTACT: Ebony Brooks, Public Relations Manager, Supplemental Health Care, +1-770-225-8460, ebrooks@supplementalhealthcare.com

Web Site: http://www.supplementalhealthcare.com

Ford Launches Focus Electric Online with World's First Digital Road Trips for Facebook Friends

SAN FRANCISCO, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    --  "Plug N Play in Electric City with the 2012 Focus Electric" game gives
        Facebook users first Focus Electric driving experience over next six
        weeks
    --  Focus Electric -- certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
        to offer the equivalent of 110 miles per gallon (MPGe) in the city -- is
        rated America's most fuel-efficient five-passenger vehicle
Ford is giving Facebook users the chance to take a road trip in the all-new Focus Electric before the car is available in most markets and without even having to step away from their computers.

Called "Plug N Play in Electric City with the 2012 Focus Electric," the Facebook-based game gives the user and four of his or her friends the ability to take a short trip in a virtual version of the car using Mapquest® mapping data to calculate how far different destinations are in proximity to charging stations along the way.

"This is a great way for consumers to both have fun and learn about the new Focus Electric at the same time," said Chad D'Arcy, Focus Electric marketing manager. "We want to offer people the opportunity to experience the car now, especially those on Facebook who have supported us for so long."

The trip provides a glimpse into just some of the technologies and features of Focus Electric, rated America's most fuel-efficient five-seat passenger vehicle and certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to offer the equivalent of 110 miles per gallon (MPGe) city, 99 MPGe highway and 105 MPGe combined.

Plug N Play in Electric City is Ford's latest foray into the social media arena and further illustrates how Ford is launching the new 2012 Focus Electric in a new and different way.

Ford's electrified vehicle business is fundamentally different than some competitors, beginning with a strategy to electrify platforms -- not one-off specialty models -- realizing sales will grow over time and the need for flexibility to adjust production to demand as the market develops.

Now, Ford is building on social media innovations such as the Fiesta Movement by taking the Focus Electric to consumers in a very targeted, digitally focused manner with an educational foundation because the company's research shows many Americans simply do not yet understand the technology.

"Social networking allows Ford to meet customers it might not connect with through traditional advertising, making it easier to open a dialogue with a whole new audience," said D'Arcy.

Ford announced earlier this week it is casting for "Plugged In," Yahoo!'s first reality competition series pitting teams of two against each other in a competition for the chance to win a Focus Electric. The series highlights many of Focus Electric's features as contestants rely on the vehicle to complete various challenges.

Ford's Electrified Vehicles Facebook page -- home to the Plug N Play in Electric City game -- was developed and launched in late 2010 to help consumers understand the differences between electrified vehicle technologies so they can make informed decisions about alternative-fuel vehicles. Now with more than 38,000 subscribers, the page can be found at http://www.facebook.com/FordElectricVehicles.

Plug N Play in Electric City highlights many of Focus Electric's features, such as the technology behind the car's advanced charging system and how easy it is to use.

"We worked diligently to provide an experiential application that offers both entertainment as well as education for our fans," said Scott Monty, Ford global digital and multimedia communications manager. "It's fun to share experiences through Facebook -- and we hope to educate our customers on Focus Electric features along the way."

Plug N Play in Electric City is paired with Ford's electrified vehicle website at http://www.ford.com/technology/electric/, including a "Ford for Me" that allows consumers to describe their driving habits so the best electrified vehicle technology can be matched to their needs. More than 200,000 visitors already have checked out the Ford site.

Production of the Focus Electric began in December 2011 at Ford's Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Mich. More information about MAP can be found here.

Ford will ramp up Focus Electric retail production in the first half of 2012 for dealership availability in California, New York and New Jersey. By the end of 2012, Focus Electric will be available in 19 markets across the U.S.

More information about Ford's electrified vehicle lineup -- including press releases, technical specifications and other related material -- can be found online here. Photos of the Focus Electric can be found here.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F), a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 164,000 employees and about 70 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit http://corporate.ford.com.

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CONTACT: Wes Sherwood, +1-313-390-5660, wsherwoo@ford.com, Eddie Fernandez, +1-530-304-5383, eddie.fernandez@ogilvy.com

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Lifescript Launches New Online Smoking Cessation Health Center

Lifescript.com, a women's health and wellness website, has launched a new Smoking Cessation Health Center that provides valuable tools to help women stop smoking.

MISSION VIEJO, Calif., April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifescript.com, a women's health and wellness website headquartered in Mission Viejo, Calif., has launched a new Smoking Cessation Health Center that provides valuable tools to help women stop smoking.

"Women who want to stop smoking are looking for the best, most effective ways to quit," says Laurie Berger, Lifescript Editor-in-Chief. "We help them sort through the options with expert tips and advice on kicking this harmful habit for good."

The goal of the Smoking Cessation Health Center is to support women in taking this important step. "We put readers' minds at ease by providing doctor-reviewed information they can trust," Berger says.

For the 18% of American women smokers, quitting is daunting - and it often requires several attempts. But the counseling, exercises, medications, and support resources found in the Smoking Cessation Health Center are geared to help fight smoking addiction.

Hundreds of articles and interactive features, written by medical experts and reviewed by physicians, include how to lower risk factors, manage addiction, curb cigarette cravings, handle a relapse and undo the bad effects of smoking. The Smoking Cessation Health Center also covers the latest information on treatment options and clinical trials.

"Quitting smoking is very challenging for busy, multitasking women and moms," Berger says. "If you're one of our many readers intent on giving up smoking for good, you'll find all the help you need here -- top treatments, natural remedies, and effective ways to ease symptoms."

The Smoking Cessation Health Center is one of 66 health centers already launched on the site as part of a plan to release 70 condition-specific centers by the end of this year. Lifescript Health centers are designed to help women live healthier lives with medically reviewed articles, expert interviews, lifestyle tips, quizzes, recipes and more.

ABOUT LIFESCRIPT: One of the fastest-growing online healthy living publishers, Lifescript.com (http://www.lifescript.com/) attracts 6.3 million unique visitors monthly and is the leading website focusing exclusively on women's health. More than 7 million readers also subscribe to Lifescript's six daily email newsletters. The company has offices in Mission Viejo and Beverly Hills, Calif., and in New York City.

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Lifescript

CONTACT: Alan Adams of Lifescript, +1-949-680-1841

Web Site: http://www.lifescript.com