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Ambient Devices Teams with Ember for ZigBee-enabled In-Home Displays

Companies to Provide Devices for Smart Meter and Beyond

BOSTON, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ambient Devices, the leading provider of devices and systems that deliver instant, effortless access to information at a glance, and Ember, a leader in ZigBee-networking technologies, are teaming to create cost-effective and reliable In-Home Display (IHD) solutions for the smart energy market.

Ember is providing its EM300 series platform to Ambient Devices to develop a new line of best-in-class IHDs. Ember's ZigBee-certified Smart Energy Profile platform will be integrated into Ambient's dynamic, low-cost and consumer-friendly line of in-home, smart meter energy products. Ambient's energy products, built using Ember's ZigBee technology platform, will enable utilities and their customers to efficiently manage their energy consumption with up-to-the-moment information at a glance.

"Ambient Devices and Ember share a long friendship dating back to our infancies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Media Lab, where both were established," said Pritesh Gandhi, CEO of Ambient Devices. "Both companies are committed to leadership and excellence in developing products that empower consumers and the utilities that serve them to reduce energy costs and also help preserve the environment."

Ember's ZigBee networking systems - chips, ZigBee protocol software and tools - simplify the complexity of integrating embedded software, networking and RF for developing low-power, wireless products in the connected home, smart energy, and other remote monitoring and control applications. The EM300 Series chips from Ember are the industry's premier ARM Cortex-M3 based family of SoCs (system-on-chip) delivering unmatched performance, power consumption and code density in a compact package.

"Ember is thrilled to be working side-by-side again with Ambient Devices in this endeavor," said Bob LeFort, CEO of Ember. "Energy management is turning out to be a big piece of the Connected Home, and state-of-the-art products, such as those from Ambient Devices, will make it simple for average homeowners to impact how they monitor and control their energy consumption."

About Ambient Devices
Ambient Devices is the leading provider of devices and systems that deliver instant, effortless access to information - at a glance. Ambient's line of energy products, serve as a communicative approach for utility companies to relay information to customers about energy consumption and demand, and forewarn them that supply and demand on the electric system may be reaching critical mass. By outfitting consumers with an easy-to-use enterprise or in-home tool for smart energy consumption, utility companies will see energy consumption spread more evenly throughout each day and increase their overall customer satisfaction. Ambient's Energy Orbs have been deployed by over a dozen utilities in both residential and commercial demand response projects worldwide and have reduced energy consumption by approximately 25%. For more information please visit: http://www.AmbientDevices.com.

About Ember
Ember Corporation develops wireless mesh networking technology - chips, software, tools - for Smart Energy, connected homes, as well as many other monitoring and control applications enabling greener living and work environments. The Boston-based company is a promoter of the ZigBee Alliance with an IC design center in Cambridge, England, office in Hong Kong and sales channels worldwide. For more information please visit: http://www.Ember.com. Follow Ember on twitter @EmberCorp.

SOURCE  Ember Corporation; Ambient Devices

Ember Corporation; Ambient Devices

CONTACT: Ambient Devices contact, Meredith Frazier, BIGfish Communications, +1-617-713-3800, Meredith@bigfishmarket.com; or Ember contact, Michelle Dillon, Brodeur Partners, +1-603-559-5835. mdillon@brodeur.com

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

Sybase Defines the Global mCommerce Movement for Financial Institutions, Enterprises and Mobile Operators

"Sybase Mobile Commerce Guide 2012" Features Successful Strategies, Expert Advice and Case Studies from Key Players in the Ecosystem Who are Transforming Consumer Behavior and Redefining Business Opportunities

DUBLIN, Calif., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/--Sybase 365, a subsidiary of Sybase, Inc. the global leader in mobile messaging and mobile commerce services, today unveiled the 2012 edition of the Sybase® Mobile Commerce Guide. This year's guide combines firsthand analysis of key developments that top the mobile commerce agenda with a global view of how mobile commerce is rapidly transforming the way consumers shop, pay, bank and remit money, redefining business opportunities along the way.

While the 2011 guide explored the transformation of commerce via the fourth screen - the mobile device- this year's guide covers successful deployments of mobile commerce services in practice, as well as advancements in the industry from new technologies to expanding markets and new opportunities.  Authored by partners and industry analysts and featuring insights from Sybase executives, the Sybase Mobile Commerce Guide 2012 offers strategies, expert advice and case studies from key players in the ecosystem who have successfully deployed mobile commerce services around the world, specifically designed for financial institutions, mobile operators, and enterprises. 

"Mobile commerce is reaching a major inflection point," said John Sims, president, Sybase 365. "The developing world has quickly embraced mobile commerce based on a need to access financial services, and the developed world is catching up as regulators start to reform existing banking and transaction rules. Our Guide captures practical, real-world depictions of mCommerce in action, which showcases the rapidly growing evolution of commerce within a robust and innovative mobile ecosystem."

Sybase 365's deep industry relationships enable the company to once again gather some of the most authoritative voices to help guide the mobile commerce industry movement. This year's contributors include Acta Wireless, AMWAL for Electronic Banking Services Iraq, Association for Retail Technology Standards, bCODE Middle East and Africa, Celent, Citi, Dutch-Bangla Bank Limited, G-Xchange Inc., GSM Association, IBM, IDC Financial Insights, Informa Telecoms & Media, MEF, Mobey Forum, NACHA, North America Mobile Marketing Association, RBC Royal Bank, RBS Citizens, Telefonica, TowerGroup, TransferTo, ViVOtech, and wi-mobile Research Group.

Sybase 365 will exhibit at Mobile World Congress 2012 in Barcelona from February 27 - March 1 at Pavillion CY18. The company will also host a three-day "Ask the Expert" seminar during the conference where Sybase's executives and partners with leading banks and mobile operators will discuss the latest trends in mobile commerce and next-generation services.

Download the Sybase Mobile Commerce Guide: http://www.sybase.com/mobilecommerceguide. For additional insight on the Mobile Commerce landscape, read our blogs: http://blogs.sybase.com

About Sybase 365
Sybase 365, a subsidiary of Sybase, Inc. (an SAP company; NYSE: SAP), is the global leader in enabling mobile information services for mobile operators, financial institutions and enterprises. We provide our customers with the widest offering in SMS, MMS, GRX, IPX interoperability, end-to-end mobile commerce solutions, innovative mCRM, mobile marketing and content delivery services. Sybase 365 processes more than 1.8 billion messages per day, reaching 900 operators and 4.5 billion subscribers around the world. For more information, visit: http://www.sybase.com/365. Read our blogs: http://blogs.sybase.com. Follow us on Twitter at @Sybase.

Sybase and Sybase 365 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sybase, Inc. All other company and product names mentioned may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. ® indicates registration in the United States.

Forward-looking Statement
Any statements contained in this document that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "intend," "may," "plan," "project," "predict," "should" and "will" and similar expressions as they relate to SAP are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. SAP undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. The factors that could affect SAP's future financial results are discussed more fully in SAP's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including SAP's most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of their dates.

SOURCE  Sybase, Inc.

Sybase, Inc.

CONTACT: Shahzia Banth of Sybase Public Relations, +1-925-236-4224, shahzia.banth@sybase.com; or Emily Cleary of CJP Communications, +1-212-279-3115, x257, ecleary@cjpcom.com

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

Verizon Invested Nearly $608 Million in Its Wireline Communications, IT Infrastructure in Maryland and the Nation's Capital in 2011

Company's Innovation and Investments in Internet Protocol, IT Infrastructure Benefit Region's Consumers and Businesses

BALTIMORE, Md., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As one of the largest investors each year in the economy and infrastructure in Maryland and the District of Columbia, Verizon continued to bring communications and computing innovation to the area's consumers and businesses in 2011.

During the year, the company invested nearly $608 million in its wireline communications networks and information technology (IT) infrastructure in Maryland and the District.

"For decades, Verizon has been a leading player in Maryland and D.C., helping to fuel the region's sustained economic development through aggressive investment in the latest technology for both consumers and businesses," said Karen I. Campbell, Verizon's vice president of government affairs - Mid-Atlantic region.  "From the smallest home to the largest business, Verizon's networks and technology touch lives by enabling commerce to thrive, businesses to innovate, students to learn and people to stay connected."

"No other company is as interwoven with daily life in Maryland and D.C. as Verizon," Campbell added.  "And few companies invest in the region like Verizon.  Our significant infrastructure investment is removing traditional technological boundaries, empowering people and businesses to connect however, whenever and wherever they want.  This borderless lifestyle brings great benefits to our customers, employees, suppliers and communities."

Verizon Furthers Home Monitoring, Multiscreen Entertainment

Verizon's major wireline infrastructure programs last year included:

    --  Continued deployment of the company's award-winning, 100 percent
        fiber-optic FiOS TV and FiOS Internet services, making them available to
        more than 1.22 million homes and businesses in Maryland and the District
        at year's end.
    --  Enhancements that further differentiate FiOS services from the
        competition.  Provided over an all-fiber infrastructure that is much
        more resilient than other wireline networks, the next-generation FiOS TV
        is built upon a long series of innovations, including a robust
        Interactive Media Guide that provides an in-depth, interactive TV
        experience; Flex View and FiOS TV Online, which extend FiOS TV beyond
        the home to the Internet and a range of mobile devices; free interactive
        applications including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Yelp, HSN Shop By
        Remote, TMZ and others; Media Manager, which allows customers to access
        on their TVs personal photos, music and videos from their computers; and
        In-Home Agent, which frees customers to use simple online tools to
        diagnose and resolve a range of service issues.  In 2011, Verizon:
        --  Launched Home Monitoring & Control, which provides customers with
            remote access, control and monitoring of doors, thermostat controls,
            appliances and home-energy use.
        --  Rolled out MY FiOS, an easy-to-use mobile application that gives
            customers access to a variety of other applications including Home
            Monitoring & Control, as well as movies, TV shows and personal
            content; remote DVR access and control; and billing, account
            management and customer service tools.
        --  Enabled customers who are Xbox LIVE Gold members and who subscribe
            to both FiOS TV and Internet service to view select live channels
            through their Xbox consoles through a collaboration with Microsoft.
        --  Upgraded its Interactive Media Guide, with applications for
            advanced/intuitive search, social networking, Internet video,
            personal media streaming, high-definition music, remote DVR
            controls, account management and billing functions,
            multi-screen/mobile viewing and much more.
    --  Continued implementation of the company's copper infrastructure
        investment program, which included key upgrades to copper-based
        facilities and at central office locations across Maryland and D.C. to
        enhance the overall reliability and dependability of the network.
    --  Accelerated deployment of fiber-optic links to wireless carriers' cell
        sites throughout Maryland and D.C as these carriers expand their
        infrastructure to meet ever-growing demand for wireless broadband and
        advanced 4G services.  In 2011, Verizon deployed fiber optics to connect
        nearly 600 of these sites in the region.
Verizon Enterprise Solutions Goes to the Cloud and BeyondVerizon Enterprise Solutions oversees all of Verizon's solutions for business and government customers, including its portfolio of enterprise mobility, cloud and IT, strategic networking and advanced communications offerings; specialized solutions for key industries such as health care, travel and transportation, retail, utilities and financial services; IT consulting services; and the company's full range of global wholesale offerings.

In 2011, the unit launched the Verizon Fraud Management for Healthcare, an advanced-software platform that is tailored to the health care industry and uses predictive modeling technology to examine health care payment requests and route potentially fraudulent claims to case managers for investigation.  In addition, Verizon Enterprise Solutions accelerated its global strategy with the acquisition of Terremark, a leading provider of cloud computing solutions, and CloudSwitch, an innovative IT company that enables plug-and-play simplicity in the cloud.

Last year, Verizon Enterprise Solutions launched new security offerings, including solutions aimed at halting identity theft, and a number of industry-specific innovations.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers.  Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with nearly 109 million total connections nationwide.  Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries, including all of the Fortune 500.  A Dow 30 company with $111 billion in 2011 revenues, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of nearly 194,000.  For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com.

SOURCE  Verizon

Verizon

CONTACT: Sandra Arnette, +1-410-393-7109, sandra.u.arnette@verizon.com

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

ANADIGICS Expands Portfolio of Small-Cell Wireless Infrastructure Power Amplifiers

New Power Amplifiers Deliver ANADIGICS' Industry-Leading Performance for WCDMA / LTE Equipment Operating in E-UTRA Band 7

WARREN, N.J., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ANADIGICS, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANAD), a world leader in radio frequency (RF) solutions, today introduced the AWB7128 and AWB7228 power amplifiers (PAs) for E-UTRA Band 7 WCDMA and LTE applications.  The ANADIGICS small-cell wireless infrastructure PA family delivers an industry-leading combination of high output power, efficiency, and linearity.  This level of performance is optimized for the rapidly growing class of small-cell base stations that includes picocells, enterprise-class femtocells, and high performance customer premises equipment (CPE).

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"The continual increase in consumer demand for wireless data is fueling the rapid deployment of small-cell wireless infrastructure devices, such as picocells and femtocells," said Glenn Eswein, director of product marketing for broadband RF products at ANADIGICS. "ANADIGICS' small-cell power amplifier family delivers the highest output power, power-added efficiency, and linearity in its class, enabling manufacturers to develop compact, esthetic, high throughput devices that offer service providers an economical path to expand broadband network coverage. Working closely with device manufacturers, we are expanding this family to help bring the same performance and design flexibility to additional frequency bands."

The AWB7128 and AWB7228 wireless infrastructure PAs are optimized for WCDMA, HSPA, and LTE small-cell base stations operating in the 2620 MHz to 2690 MHz frequency band.  The AWB7128 provides +24.5 dBm linear output power, while the AWB7228 delivers +27 dBm linear output power. These power amplifiers use ANADIGICS' exclusive InGaP-Plus(TM) technology to achieve best-in-class efficiency and linearity at these output power levels, enabling small-cell wireless infrastructure solutions that are more thermally-efficient, consume less power, and provide greater range.

ANADIGICS AWB7128 and AWB7228 PA Key Facts and Highlights:

    --  World-Class Performance
        --  Performance optimized for 1/2 Watt (AWB7228) and 1/4 Watt (AWB7128)
            linear power applications
        --  Exceptional linearity of -47 dBc ACPR @ +/- 10 MHz offset (10 MHz
            channel bandwidth)
        --  Best-in-class power-added efficiency (PAE) at rated output power
        --  Excellent thermal performance with low transistor junction
            temperature
        --  WCDMA, HSPA, and LTE compliant
    --  Industry-Leading Integration
        --  RF matching optimized for output power, efficiency, and linearity in
            a 50 ohm system
        --  Compact 7 mm x 7 mm x 1.3 mm surface mount package
ANADIGICS Small-Cell Wireless Infrastructure PA Family Key Specifications:

    Product Frequency Band   Output Power Efficiency      Gain
    ------- --------------   ------------ ----------      ----
    AWB7123 1930 to 1990 MHz +24.5 dBm                18% 31 dB
    ------- ---------------- ---------               ---  -----
    AWB7223 1930 to 1990 MHz +27 dBm                  14% 29 dB
    ------- ---------------- -------                 ---  -----
    AWB7127 2110 to 2170 MHz +24.5 dBm                18% 30 dB
    ------- ---------------- ---------               ---  -----
    AWB7227 2110 to 2170 MHz +27 dBm                  14% 29 dB
    ------- ---------------- -------                 ---  -----
    AWB7128 2620 to 2690 MHz +24.5 dBm                16% 28 dB
    ------- ---------------- ---------               ---  -----
    AWB7228 2620 to 2690 MHz +27 dBm                  14% 27 dB
    ------- ---------------- -------                 ---  -----
Engineering samples of the AWB7128 and AWB7228 are available now for qualified programs.

For more information on ANADIGICS products and multimedia content, please refer to the following resources:

    --  ANADIGICS LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/anadigics
    --  ANADIGICS Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/anadigics
    --  ANADIGICS Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/anadigics
    --  ANADIGICS Photos: http://www.flickr.com/anadigics
    --  ANADIGICS Video: http://www.youtube.com/anadigics
About ANADIGICS, Inc.ANADIGICS, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANAD) delivers integrated radio frequency (RF) solutions that OEMs and ODMs demand to optimize the performance of wireless, broadband and cable applications across all major networks and standards. ANADIGICS features a diverse portfolio of highly linear, highly efficient RFICs. Headquartered in Warren, NJ, the company's award-winning products include power amplifiers, tuner integrated circuits, active splitters, line amplifiers and other components that can be purchased individually or packaged as integrated RF and front-end modules. For more information, visit http://www.anadigics.com.

SOURCE  ANADIGICS, Inc.

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ANADIGICS, Inc.

CONTACT: Media Relations: Vivian Chang, +886 935 315 393, vchang@anadigics.com, or Investor Relations: Kristina Panek, +1-908-668-5000 ext. 5330, kpanek@anadigics.com, both of ANADIGICS, Inc.; or PR Agency Contact: Brian Ribeiro, mspire group, for ANADIGICS, Inc. +1-908-369-9300, bribeiro@mspiregroup.com

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

Show Your Love for the Environment With the Verizon Wireless In Store Trade-In Program

Trade In Your Old Device and Receive a Gift Card at all Verizon Wireless Communications Stores

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- This Valentine's Day, Verizon Wireless encourages customers to share their love for the planet by participating in the newly launched In Store Trade-In program.  Through the program, customers who are purchasing a new device can trade in their no-longer-used wireless devices at any Verizon Wireless company-owned store and kiosk nationwide and receive a Verizon Wireless gift card in exchange for their devices. 

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), only 10 percent of cell phones are recycled in an environmentally sound way.  To help address this issue, Verizon Wireless has made it easy for customers to bring no-longer-used wireless devices into their local Verizon Wireless store or kiosk for a quick evaluation by a Verizon Wireless representative.  Depending on the make, model and condition of their trade-in device, eligible participants can receive an instantly redeemable gift card of up to $300 for use toward the purchase of a new phone, tablet or accessory -- or toward their Verizon Wireless bill. 

"We recognize that customers want to get all of the value they can from the devices they've already purchased," said Robert Miller, vice president of marketing, Verizon Wireless.  "Verizon Wireless' In Store Trade-In Program is a great way to give them that value."

Individuals also can donate their no-longer-used cell phones to the long-running HopeLine® from Verizon program, which collects wireless devices and accessories to support victims of domestic violence.  Since the October 2001 launch of the national cell phone recycling program, HopeLine has collected more than 9 million phones, distributed more than 123,000 phones with the equivalent of 406 million airtime minutes to victims of domestic violence, and awarded more than $14 million in cash grants to organizations working to prevent domestic violence.  In addition, HopeLine from Verizon has properly disposed of more than 1.7 million no-longer-used wireless phones in an environmentally sound way and kept more than 210 tons of electronic waste and batteries out of landfills.

For more information about the Verizon Wireless In Store Trade-In Program, stop by any Verizon Wireless store.  To learn more about HopeLine from Verizon, go to http://www.verizonwireless.com/hopeline.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 108.7 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: Elva Lima, Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-7530, Elva.Lima@verizonwireless.com

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

NetAmerica Alliance Member Goes Live With 4G LTE Service in Texas

Peoples Telephone Cooperative Offers Fixed Data Service via NetAmerica UniPort

DALLAS, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NetAmerica Alliance, LLC today announced that Peoples Telephone Cooperative (an Alliance Member) has begun offering 4G LTE data service in rural Texas.  This marks a milestone in NetAmerica's journey to revitalize rural America by empowering the delivery of lifestyle and livelihood enhancing 4G LTE solutions through its alliance of independent carriers.

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Peoples Telephone Cooperative became an Alliance Member in 2010 and immediately took on the critical role as one of the Alliance's lead projects. Peoples took advantage of the services offered by NetAmerica to cost effectively build out their network, support their services, and gain access to leading edge 4G LTE customer devices.  As a first step to a wider offering of service, Peoples replaced its fixed wireless WiMax offering with 4G LTE running on their 700MHz license.  They are using the NetAmerica Alliance's UniPort Home Gateway which offers both wired Ethernet and Wi-Fi within the home while connecting over broadband wireless to Peoples' newly deployed 4G LTE network.  Access to customer premise devices such as the UniPort came through the technology partnership with Ericsson which NetAmerica announced last spring.  The initial turn-up of service moved over 200 residential users from WiMax to 4G LTE in eastern Texas.

"Peoples Telephone Cooperative has experienced the power of being an Alliance Member," said Roger Hutton, Chairman and CEO of NetAmerica. "In addition to purchasing power and access to 4G LTE devices like the UniPort, they have, more importantly, been able to benefit from the shared experience of working with other Alliance Members in our 4G LTE pilot network and with Alliance support staff which has allowed them and us to develop the processes and experience necessary to deploy services efficiently and effectively."

"We needed to move from WiMax to 4G LTE in order to improve our service offering and to give us a path to the future," said Steven Steele, Assistant General Manager at Peoples Telephone Cooperative. "Early on we made the decision that 4G LTE was key to the future of our company and more importantly to the lives of the people we serve.  We also believed that the deployment and delivery of that service is something we could do more cost effectively as part of a larger group of communications companies and joining the Alliance has certainly proven that to be correct."

About NetAmerica Alliance, LLC

NetAmerica Alliance, LLC is an alliance of independent carriers, led by an experienced management team, who have joined forces to build-out 4G LTE service in the carriers' license coverage areas.  Through the Alliance, members gain collective strength and cost advantages comparable to that of large carriers.  In effect, many separate operating entities essentially become one, while maintaining their independence.

NetAmerica provides advanced multi-media IP services, buying power, nationwide branding, marketing and training programs, a network operations center, key networking elements, applications development and nationwide roaming arrangements.  Members run the network in their own territories, while NetAmerica empowers advanced revenue generating services and provides the critical mass and economies of scale needed to thrive in an increasingly competitive environment. Website: http://www.netAmericaAlliance.com.

Forward-looking Statements

This press release contains statements that are forward-looking. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance.

Press Contact:
Chuck Harris
NetAmerica Alliance, LLC
954-654-5152 (mobile)
chuck.harris@netAmericaAlliance.com
http://www.netAmericaAlliance.com

SOURCE  NetAmerica Alliance, LLC

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NetAmerica Alliance, LLC

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

EMC IT Operations Intelligence 9.0 Transforms Virtual Data Center Management

New Management Solution Delivers Holistic View Across all Infrastructure Elements, Dramatically Improving Availability and Performance of Applications and Services

HOPKINTON, Mass., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

News Summary:

    --  EMC announces EMC(® )IT Operations Intelligence 9.0 (ITOI 9.0), which
        extends the management capabilities and rich information of VMware(®)
        vCenter(TM) Server to deliver a complete and unified view into the
        entire virtual data center infrastructure.
    --  As organizations embrace virtualization to transform their data center
        environments, the ITOI 9.0 solution enables customers to effectively
        visualize and understand the complex interrelationships among virtual
        assets, their underpinning physical elements, and the applications and
        data sources that relate to them.
Full Story:

EMC Corporation (NYSE: EMC) today announced version 9.0 of its ITOI solution for effective and efficient management of virtual data centers and cloud environments. ITOI 9.0 extends the management capabilities and rich information of VMware(®) vCenter(TM) Server with ITOI 9.0, delivering customers a complete and unified view into the entire virtual data center infrastructure, including the interrelationships that exist among physical and virtual networking, compute and storage elements. By understanding these relationships and rapidly delivering insight distilled from multiple sources into single, customizable view, ITOI 9.0 accelerates identification and resolution of problems that converged operations management teams need to assure delivery and availability of business critical applications and services.

As organizations embrace virtualization to evolve their data center environments, operational tools made for traditional IT environments fall short in their ability to effectively visualize and understand the complex interrelationships among virtual assets, their underpinning physical elements, and the applications and data sources that relate to them.  This often creates "blind spots" that force IT operations teams to manually aggregate bits and pieces of data from multiple sources in an attempt to identify, understand and resolve issues in a virtualized data center.  As IT infrastructures become inherently more complex, inefficient operations, inappropriate management tools, or both can affect the availability of infrastructure applications and services, which ultimately can impact the business.

The capabilities of ITOI 9.0 significantly extend and enhance an IT operations management team's vision and insight into the virtualized data center and cloud environments, simplifying their management and transforming the operator experience. ITOI 9.0 leverages the advanced functionality and capabilities of EMC's Service Assurance Manager, IP Availability Manager, Server Manager, and MPLS Manager to create a powerful and unified management solution.

Technology Highlights:

    --  Detailed operational management insight into VMware environments,
        including cross-domain availability and impact analysis for all
        VMware-attached storage, and full impact analysis to the virtual machine
        level.
    --  Full visibility into the connectivity and relationships among simple and
        distributed virtual switches and networks from VMware and Cisco(®), as
        well as the ability to understand how problems in virtual switches and
        virtual networks impact virtual machines and virtualized applications.
    --  Enhanced management display visualizations that provide cross-domain
        notification detail and dashboard-like visibility using a new
        browser-based console with mash-up capabilities.
    --  Enhanced availability management for virtualized applications, including
        composite applications.
    --  Framework for managing Metro Ethernet-based service availability and
        discovering Metro Ethernet topologies.
Customer Quote Scott Bollig, Executive Director, Information Technology, Verizon "At Verizon, the importance of assuring our services are readily available to our enterprise customers cannot be understated. We participated in the IT Operations Intelligence 9.0 beta program from its inception, and saw marked value and time savings in the new release. This version delivers additional virtual data center management capabilities that improve our ability to deliver essential communication services to Verizon customers for their critical business services. Participation in the beta program sets the stage for Verizon to adopt ITOI 9.0 in the near future."

Partner Quote

Ramin Sayar, vice president and general manager, Virtualization & Cloud Management Group, VMware

"Today's dynamic data center requires a fundamentally new approach to management, and the combination of EMC and VMware's IT management solutions can provide great value for our joint customers. The new capabilities in EMC ITOI 9.0, together with the VMware(®) vCenter(TM)Operations Management Suite and vFabric(TM) Application Management Suite, can provide a powerful combination for IT operations in the cloud era."

Industry Analyst Quote

Jim Frey, Managing Research Director Network Management, Enterprise Management Associates

"Virtualization is pervasive, and operations management tools and technologies must adapt to be able to properly address the infrastructure management challenges that are an outgrowth of virtual environments. This is one of the most urgent issues facing infrastructure managers today in both enterprise and service provider environments. With ITOI 9.0, EMC has added features that eliminate many virtualization "blind spots" and has raised the bar for integrated management systems that are optimized for the virtualized datacenters and converged operations."

EMC Executive Quote

Jay Mastaj, Senior Vice President and General Manager, EMC Infrastructure Management Group

"ITOI 9.0 extends EMC's leadership in the virtual data center management space with unique new capabilities that competitors simply can't match.  Any type of transformational IT project requires a thorough understanding of the environment and, with ITOI 9.0, customers can confidently migrate to virtual data center and cloud environments with more predictable and reliable deployments."

Additional Resources:

    --  Watch Enterprise Management Associates discuss EMC ITOI 9.0 and managing
        virtualized and cloud environments
    --  Watch the ITOI 9.0 demo
    --  Read an analyst paper about how EMC is integrating physical and virtual
        infrastructure management
    --  Read the Server Manager data sheet
    --  Read the MPLS data sheet
    --  Read the Service Assurance Manager data sheet
    --  Read more in Chuck's Blog
About EMC

EMC Corporation is a global leader in enabling businesses and service providers to transform their operations and deliver IT as a service. Fundamental to this transformation is cloud computing.  Through innovative products and services, EMC accelerates the journey to cloud computing, helping IT departments to store, manage, protect and analyze their most valuable asset -- information -- in a more agile, trusted and cost-efficient way. Additional information about EMC can be found atwww.EMC.com.

EMC is a registered trademark or trademark of EMC Corporation in the United States and other countries.  All other trademarks herein are the property of their respective holders. VMware VMware vCenter and VMware vFabric are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of VMware, Inc. in the United States and/or other jurisdictions. The use of the word "partner" or "partnership" does not imply a legal partnership relationship with VMware or any other company.

SOURCE  EMC Corporation

EMC Corporation

CONTACT: CONTACT: Katryn McGaughey, +1-508-293-7717, katryn.mcgaughey@emc.com or Ellen Arbeznik, +1-216-588-1199, ellen@theoutcastagency.com

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

St. Vincent's Hospital Leverages MaaS360 to Deliver Mobile Apps and Secure Patient Data

Australia's Largest Not-for-Profit Healthcare Provider Selects True Cloud-Based Solution to Deploy Apps and Safeguard Confidential Data on iPads, iPhones and Androids

BLUE BELL, Pa., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Fiberlink(®), the leader in software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for secure mobile device and application management, today announced that St. Vincent's Hospital selected MaaS360 for mobile device and application management. St. Vincent's Hospital is part of Australia's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider and a center for innovation and excellence for clinical care, research and teaching. MaaS360 provides surgeons, clinicians and administrative staff with secure access to clinical information systems and critical apps that help St. Vincent's provide world-class patient care.

St. Vincent's experienced a surge in requests to use mobile devices for clinical purposes. With a mix of corporate-issued and bring-your-own-device (BYOD) smartphones and tablets, IT needed to quickly deploy a Mobile Device Management (MDM) platform to secure devices and protect confidential patient data. MaaS360's cloud-based management console enables IT to support all devices and operating systems, across multiple platforms including iOS and Android. MaaS360's Mobile Application Management (MAM) features give St. Vincent's staff access to a catalog of pre-authorized private and public apps, available directly on their mobile devices. Healthcare providers easily access test results, patient histories and radiological scans to more efficiently assist patients.

"With MaaS360, our employees are able to use smartphones and tablets to efficiently provide enhanced healthcare services," said Peter Param, manager of IT security, St. Vincent's Hospital. "We needed a solution that could be deployed quickly and effectively with the ability to react rapidly to lost or stolen devices and protect sensitive patient data. Now, doctors and clinicians have come to rely on their smartphones to access integrated clinical information systems."

St. Vincent's conducted an exhaustive search of MDM platforms and narrowed their choices to solutions by AirWatch and Fiberlink. "When run side-by-side, we preferred MaaS360 for its cloud deployment model and resulting efficiency in deployment management," commented Param. "The Airwatch solution would have required us to deploy a separate architecture to run it."

MaaS360 was seamlessly deployed within a week with no additional infrastructure changes, and apps were immediately delivered to users. With MaaS360's cloud-based architecture, there were no servers to install, no complex configurations or infrastructure changes and no investment in expensive business software.

"MaaS360 provides the visibility, agility and automated controls St. Vincent's needs to manage mobile devices from a centralized console," said Christopher Clark, chief operating officer at Fiberlink. "MaaS360's brings effective device and application management for IT while delivering an optimized user experience for St. Vincent's clinical staff."

With a growing demand for smartphone and tablet access, St. Vincent's continues to deploy additional devices and applications. MaaS360's automation, including enforcement of corporate security policies and the ability to remotely install applications across the organization, is a key capability for ongoing ease of management.

Attendees of the HiMSS12 Annual Conference and Exhibition in Las Vegas next week can visit booth #13125 hall G, to view a live demonstration depicting how MaaS360 enables healthcare organizations with simple, secure access to electronic healthcare records on mobile devices.

About Fiberlink

Fiberlink is the recognized leader in software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for secure enterprise mobile device and application management. Its cloud-based MaaS360 platform provides IT organizations with mobility intelligence and control over mobile devices, applications and content to enhance the mobile user experience and keep corporate data secure across smartphones, tablets and laptops. MaaS360 helps companies monitor the expanding suite of mobile operating systems, including Apple iOS, Android, BlackBerry and Windows Phone. Named by Network World as the Clear Choice Test winner for mobile device management solutions, MaaS360 is used to manage and secure more than one million endpoints globally. For more information, please visit http://www.maas360.com.

© 2012 MaaS360 and the MaaS360 logo are trademarks of Fiberlink Communications and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. All other brand names are trademarks of their respective partners.

For Additional Information Contact:

Fiberlink
Joe Palladino or Lesley Sullivan
MaaS360@schwartzmsl.com
(781) 684-0770

SOURCE  Fiberlink

Fiberlink

Web Site: http://www.maas360.com

BMMsoft Announces EDMT 9, Solution for Big Data With Mobility for Large Enterprise

EDMT® 9 offers storage and analysis of Big Data using robust ACID and SQL technology for fast and programming-free deployment

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- At the HP Global Partner Conference in Las Vegas, BMMsoft Corporation announced the availability of high-speed EDMT® 9 for large enterprise that can be deployed instantly and without intensive programming needed by other Big Data systems.  EDMT 9 performs real-time acquisition, indexing, access and cross-analysis of both structured data (i.e. database records) and unstructured data such as emails, social media blogs, documents and multimedia files.

"The combination of EDMT® 9, Sybase IQ 15.4 and HP Proliant DL 980 Server and flexible Cloud, On-Premise or Hybrid deployment offers the Big Data functionality to large enterprises who need quick deployment and don't want to spend time on long development projects," said Paul Krneta, CTO of BMMsoft.  "We have built the world's largest Big Data system - 1 Petabyte in size - in 2008 and the world's fastest Big Data loader in 2011, and with EDMT 9 we've added mobility to meet the needs of a much wider Enterprise customer base to solve their Big Data problem on the move."

Email, SMS, documents, multi-media, web content, Social networks and database transactions contain critical insight and enable multi-channel analytics, reporting, litigations, audit, fraud detection, compliance and forensic analysis.  Now, mobile users have full and secure access to EDMT Solution 9 using a variety of mobile devices.

"Today business leaders can gain real benefit and competitive advantage from this solution.  At a time when businesses are challenged to find opportunity in change the combination of BMMsoft (EDMT), Sybase IQ, and HP's DL980 is a high value solution that leverages Big Data and mines its hidden value to drive maximum business impact and revenue growth," said Robert Desautels, President of Harvard Research Group.

EDMT 9 uses patented parallel ingest processing and proprietary real-time indexing methods to automatically tag, create metadata and ingest an entire data set into EDMT® 9 at speeds necessary to handle Big Data by small and medium enterprises.  Resulting unified data can then be accessed and analyzed using common reporting, audit, search and litigation tools, as well as advanced tools such as SAP Business Objects®.  EDMT 9 for Big data comes as prepackaged appliance ranging from 72 TB to 40,000 TB (40 Petabyte) and 16 cores to 15,365 cores - thus being able to address very wide Big Data spectrum of problems.

About BMMsoft
Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, BMMsoft is a leading provider of Real-Time Big Data Analytic software that automates the storing, integration, management and analysis of Big Data.  Its flagship product, EDMT® Solution, is in use by commercial and government organizations in the United States, Europe and Asia to store, access and analyze very high volumes of unstructured and structured data from within a single database for Social Network Analysis, Fraud Detection, eDiscovery, Business Reporting, Security Threat Analysis, Compliance etc.  EDMT® 9 Solution delivers up to 1000X the performance at one-tenth the cost of alternative solutions.  For more information visit http://www.bmmsoft.com.

Contacts
Paul Krneta, CTO, BMMsoft - paulk@bmmsoft.com

SOURCE  BMMsoft Corporation

BMMsoft Corporation

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

Zee News Ltd Ventures Into Regional Web Space

NEW DELHI, February 14, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    After having established a strong English internet brand with its flagship
Zeenews.com, Zee News Limited is spreading its wings to the fast growing regional web
space.

    As a logical step, the company announced its arrival in the Hindi market with
zeenews.com/hindi. The website, which was launched at India's first eco-friendly concert
in Delhi, will complement the already hugely successful Hindi news channel, Zee News.

    The Bengali website is an extension of the group's No. 1 news channel in West Bengal -
24 Ghanta. 24ghanta.com was launched during the festive season on Mahalaya in the presence
of football legend PK Banerjee and other celebrities like Riya Sen, Rituparno Ghosh,
Gautam Ghose and Abhijeet.

    The Marathi website that was launched symbolically on Republic Day was given thumbs up
by Sharad Pawar, besides other prominent Marathis like Raj Thackeray, RR Patil, Narayan
Rane, Mahesh Manjrekar, Mrinal Kulkarni, Sachin Pilgaonkar, and Ankush Choudhary.

    Talking about the new ventures, Zee News Limited CEO, Barun Das said, "The idea is to
tap the vast and rapidly growing vernacular market and establish the websites as premier
news sources in their respective regions. Hindi was the first and the most obvious choice
due to the prominent position Zee News channel occupies in our bouquet. But, I am equally
optimistic about our regional brands with increased web penetration and the panache with
which Tier II cities are taking to the internet."

    "That is the reason why we would be looking at aggressively expanding in other regions
like Punjab, UP, Uttarakhand and Andhra Pradesh in the next phase," he added.

    The websites would provide not only a mix of national and international news, but
focus on local developments including in the fields of politics, sports and entertainment.

    Interactivity would be a major attribute with a plethora of blogs, opinion polls,
forums and bookmarks like Facebook and Twitter. Comments and contributions from readers
would also be welcome.

   
    Safikul Islam
    Zee News Limited
    Internet Marketing Executive
    safikul.islam@zeenetwork.com [safikul.islam@zeenetwork.com_ ]
    +91-9873342730

Source: Zee News Ltd.

Arkeia Accelerates Channel Campaigns in the Americas Targeting MSPs, VARs

Purpose-built backup appliance vendor launches new partner program, signs with Channel Chargers

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Arkeia Software, a leading provider of fast, easy-to-use, and affordable network backup solutions specializing in mid-market storage, today announced  a strategic campaign to accelerate their channel presence in the Americas. The company will develop new outreach and recruitment efforts for MSP and VAR partners interested in reselling Arkeia's award-winning solutions to protect all major virtual environments and more than 200 physical platforms.

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Arkeia's Partner Program provides channel partners with the tools and benefits for a long-term competitive advantage. The tiered, progression-based program includes special pricing, deal registration, technical training, marketing collateral and demand generation. More information about the Arkeia partner program can be found at http://arkeia.com/en/partners/channel-partner-program.

To assist with this initiative, Arkeia has engaged the services of Channel Chargers, a technology channel sales and marketing company with extensive experience in technology channels.

"Having developed a strong channel in EMEA, we are now turning our focus to the Americas," said Howard Doherty, VP of Sales for Arkeia. "With the dramatic increase in demand for purpose-built backup appliances, we are confident that the Channel Chargers are the right team to help our channel partners increase sales with our suite of products. Their track record, understanding and advocacy of the channel are key components of our commitment to giving the channel our best possible support in this booming market."

While the backup and recovery market grew by 6 percent last year, Arkeia's sales to new customers increased in 2011 at a rate that outpaced the category by a factor of ten.  The reliability of the company's solution is confirmed by Arkeia's 94 percent maintenance renewal rate.

Recently, the company announced its 3rd generation of backup appliances and virtual appliances for fast deployment for mid-market customers, as well as a new way for MSPs and VARs to offer a complete, remotely managed cloud backup solution for local and offsite data protection.

"We see a clear shift in the data protection market from backup software toward backup appliances. Our channel partners are asking us for integrated data protection solutions instead of point products," said John Boyken, Channel Chargers President. "The efficiency, price point, margins and unique all-in-one solution Arkeia makes available, gives us a compelling message for channel partners."

"We have been searching for a more robust solution for the mid-market and Arkeia has what we are looking for," said Kevin Reynolds, Owner of Westford, Massachusetts -based Signal Computer Products. "We are focusing on integration of solutions for virtualized servers within our customer community and Arkeia has a unique approach to backup and disaster recovery for these environments. Arkeia demonstrates the right combination of product, market and channel focus at exactly the right time."

About Arkeia Software

Arkeia delivers data backup and recovery solutions to protect more than 100,000 networks in 70 countries.  The Arkeia Network Backup Suite is designed for mid-sized organizations that require fast, easy-to-use, and affordable data protection.  The company's appliances, virtual appliances, and software back up critical data to disk, tape, and cloud storage.  Arkeia protects all major virtual platforms including VMware, Hyper-V, XenServer, and more than 200 physical platforms including Windows, Mac, Linux, Netware, Solaris, AIX, BSD, and HP-UX.  The company's patented source-side Progressive Deduplication(TM) technology helps users realize better performance at a lower cost by reducing data volumes.  Products are sold through resellers and managed service providers worldwide.  The company was founded in1996 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.

About Channel Chargers

Led by a team of experienced channel veterans, Channel Chargers serves IT vendors, resellers and service providers with outsourced sales and marketing services backed by market analysis, industry knowledge and contacts. By giving vendors additional resources, without additional overhead, Channel Chargers provides a rapid link to channel success that delivers solutions that speed time to market and revenue. At the core of Channel Chargers success is their ability to create effective Go-to-Channel plans that match the right products and companies to the right sellers and markets. For more information visit http://www.channelchargers.com.

    Contact:                                 Contact:
    Arkeia Software                          Channel Chargers
    Britton Spagnuolo                        Bertha Edington
    Marketing Communications                 Manager VP Marketing
    +1 760.431.1319                          +1 888.600.5414
SOURCE  Arkeia Software

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Arkeia Software

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

Norman Announces New SCADA Security System to Protect Industrial Infrastructure

Norman SCADA Protection Defends Against Stuxnet-like Threats

Norman SCADA Security Featured at RSA Conference 2012, San Francisco

FAIRFAX, Va., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --  With recent Stuxnet malware attacks on industrial software and systems, manufacturers, utilities and industries are seeking sophisticated security solutions to protect SCADA systems used for monitoring and control of industrial infrastructure.

To meet the challenge against advanced persistent threats like Stuxnet, Norman ASA, a global security leader, http://www.norman.com, has developed the Norman SCADA Protection (NSP) system to protect against cyber attacks from malware such as trojans, worms and viruses that can cause millions of dollars of damage and disruption to production and services delivery.

SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) describes computerized industrial control systems (ICS) that monitor and control industrial and infrastructure processes. SCADA systems can be found in manufacturing environments, public transportation systems, power generation and distribution, nuclear plants, pipelines, in oil and gas industries and in maritime environments.

According to government studies, SCADA networks have been designed to maximize functionality - and are engineered for performance, reliability, flexibility and safety, while security has been weak to non-existent.

"SCADA environments are without a doubt one of the biggest challenges in security today. Many industries are poorly protected against cyber threats to their infrastructure," said Audun Lodemel, vice president, Marketing. "Norman's NSP solution is the industry's most comprehensive solution focused on the advanced persistent threats targeting SCADA networks."

NSP is a part of the Norman Network Protection (NNP) product family, which is a high performance anti-malware protection system, designed to provide security to corporate and industrial networks. The NNP family of appliances delivers high-performance security at a fraction of the cost of competing solutions.

Easy to install and easy to use, NNP family solutions are engineered to protect manufacturers, SMB, financial institutions, health care and government agencies seeking the strongest malware protection.

Norman SCADA Protection solutions will be installed at the network perimeter and prevents ICS systems from being infected by malicious code transferred across the network. The ICS computers will also be protected against infection by unsecured portable storage devices, commonly used by service personnel, who might intentionally or unintentionally expose the computers to attack code like the Stuxnet. This adds a critical line of defense against one of the most common yet effective cyber attack strategies.

Learn more about NSP and SCADA security at RSA 2012, Moscone Center, San Francisco, Feb. 27-March 1. To set up a meeting and demonstration, please contact john.callahan@norman.com.

More information about Norman SCADA Protection can be found at http://www.norman.com.

For additional information:
John Callahan
Norman ASA
703 279 6650

About Norman

Norman ASA, founded in Oslo, Norway in 1984, is a world leader and pioneer in proactive content security solutions and forensics malware tools. Norman offers malware analyzers, network security and endpoint protection solutions to meet customer's security needs. Norman solutions are available through Norman subsidiaries and a network of partners around the world. http://www.norman.com

SOURCE  Norman Data Defense Systems

Norman Data Defense Systems

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

KEMP's Load Balancer Solutions Approved for Microsoft Lync Server 2010

Any-sized business benefits from easy deployment and highly-available application acceleration and delivery

YAPHANK, N.Y., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- KEMP Technologies today announced that its LoadMaster hardware-based and virtual appliance load balancers are now approved for Microsoft Lync Server 2010. KEMP's LoadMaster product portfolio delivers reliable server load balancing, optimized application delivery and built-in SSL acceleration at affordable pricing for any size business. This approval ensures customers will have a seamless experience integrating the LoadMasters with Microsoft's Lync server pools.

The KEMP LoadMaster load balancing solutions deliver ease-of-use to speed deployment of critical server roles and protocols offered by Microsoft Lync Server 2010. By adding load balancing, traffic can be scaled wide across Lync 2010 Front End, Director, and Edge server pools. With Layer 7 health checking, the LoadMaster ensures that should a server become inaccessible, the load balancer will take that server off-line and automatically re-route and reconnect users to other functioning servers keeping application uptime guaranteed.

"We were delighted to work with KEMP in the preparation of their Lync Server 2010 Load Balancer proof of concept testing and deployment documentation. Throughout the engagement we found KEMP's products to be very reliable with minimal prior subject matter technical knowledge required for a speedy load balanced Lync deployment," commented Johan Delimon of Ordina Belgium. Johan is also Competence Lead for Unified Communications at Ordina and has been recognized for three consecutive years as a Microsoft MVP for Lync Server 2010 and OCS. "Adding KEMP as a reference project for our Lync business will provide great support to our customers."

"Having our entire product portfolio approved for Microsoft Lync Server further strengthens the LoadMaster's ability to deliver highly available, reliable and secure solutions to our business customers utilizing Microsoft applications," said Peter Melerud, executive vice president of product management at KEMP Technologies. "The Microsoft-approved LoadMaster solutions for Lync Server 2010 continue to reduce the price barrier for any-sized business while ensuring high availability across all applications."

Only select vendors are eligible for Lync Server 2010 qualification and the program is designed to ensure interoperability between vendors such as KEMP and Microsoft in a consistent and supportable manner. The entire portfolio of LoadMaster products -- hardware-based, Virtual LoadMaster (VLM) for Hyper-V(TM) and Virtual LoadMaster (VLM) for VMware(TM) -- is approved for Lync Server 2010. All KEMP's products include a comprehensive first year warranty and technical support agreement with pricing starting at only $1,490. For more info, go to KEMP Technologies LoadMaster Deployment Guide for Microsoft Lync 2010.

About KEMP Technologies

KEMP Technologies is a leader in affordable server load balancer appliances and application delivery controllers tailored to meet the needs of businesses that rely on the Internet for e-commerce and business-critical applications. KEMP helps companies rapidly grow their business with 24/7 high-availability, better web infrastructure performance, scalability and secure operations - while streamlining IT costs.

Thousands of KEMP LoadMaster products are in use today to improve customer satisfaction by accelerating user access to business-critical web applications. Service providers also rely upon KEMP products to enable fast time-to-market and cost-effective operations for new and existing managed services.

KEMP's highly affordable LoadMaster products include Layers 4-7 load balancing, content switching, server persistence, SSL offload/acceleration, and application front-end capabilities (caching, compression, intrusion prevention system), plus one full year of product support - delivering industry leading price/performance value.

The company is headquartered in Yaphank, New York. For more information, visit http://www.KEMPtechnologies.com, or call at +1-631-345-5292.

Application delivery solutions are known as application delivery controllers (ADC), server load balancers (SLB), application front-end devices (AFE), web switches, content switches and application switches.

Press Contact:
Fran Bosecker
Vantage Communications for KEMP Technologies
+1-845-536-1416
fbosecker@pr-vantage.com

SOURCE  KEMP Technologies

KEMP Technologies

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

SinoHub and Ciao Telecom Announce Entry into Joint Venture in Brazil

SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- SinoHub, Inc. ("SinoHub" or the "Company") (NYSE Amex: SIHI), an electronics company whose main growth driver is manufacturing and distributing custom, private-label mobile phones, announced today thatit has entered into a Joint Venture Agreement (the "Agreement") with Ciao Telecom, Inc. ("Ciao Telecom"), a global provider of telecommunications products and services with headquarters in the U.S., to manufacture and market mobile communications devices in Brazil. Brazil is currently one of the largest, fastest growing mobile communication device markets in the world, with 276 million active mobile phones expected by year end 2012, representing an annual growth rate of 14%. Through this joint venture, SinoHub and Ciao Telecom will seek to capitalize on these growth trends by manufacturing and marketing high quality mobile phones and tablets.

Pursuant to the Agreement, the joint venture will organize a Brazilian corporation to be named CiaoHub, S.A. ("CiaoHub"), which will conduct operations in Brazil. SinoHub and Ciao Telecom will each own 47% of the new company, with the remaining 6% to be equally divided among the six directors of CiaoHub. CiaoHub will develop plans to construct a 9,000 square meter factory in Vila Velha, Espirito Santo, Brazil for the production of mobile communication devices including mobile phones, smart phones, tablets and mobile device components. The factory is expected to be modeled on SinoHub's manufacturing facility located in Shenzhen, PR China, and will be managed by SinoHub. Construction of the factory is expected to be completed by October 2012, assuming the timely completion of site acquisition and initial funding for the factory and operations. SinoHub will be responsible for the production of CiaoHub's products, and Ciao Telecom will be responsible for the distribution of the mobile communications devices CiaoHub manufactures.

CiaoHub will seek to raise capital to build the initial factory, purchase equipment, hire and train the required staff, purchase initial inventory and market its products. Current plans call for total capital of approximately US$15 million.  Discussions with various debt capital sources are underway although funding commitments have not yet been secured. Assuming completion of a factory on the scale currently envisioned, in its startup year of 2013, CiaoHub expects to manufacture and sell approximately 1.3 million mobile phones and tablets in Brazil and to end 2013 with approximately 380 employees.

Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Harry Cochran, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of SinoHub said, "I am excited to announce this joint venture agreement, which marks an important step toward implementation of SinoHub's strategy to make SinoHub into a multinational company. Since the launch of our integrated contract manufacturing (ICM) business segment in 2010, we have gained a wealth of experience in the design and production of a wide range of mobile communication devices. We believe our experience, our innovative joint-design model and our proven ability to deliver high quality devices in flexible order quantities and with limited lead times positions us to succeed in the rapidly expanding Brazilian and international markets. We are pleased to be joined in this venture by Ciao Telecom, a multinational telecommunication services provider with operations in the United States, Brazil, Europe and the Middle East. Ciao Telecom has especially deep knowledge of the Brazilian market and close connections with many organizations in Brazil."

About SinoHub Inc.

SinoHub, Inc. (NYSE Amex: SIHI) is a leading electronics company based in Shenzhen, PR China which services clients worldwide. SinoHub's integrated contract manufacturing (ICM) business unit is currently focused on providing custom, private label mobile phones to customers in developing countries. This fast growing ICM segment is capitalizing on a trend by carriers and distributors to offer their own brands with features and functionality targeted at their local markets, including 3G smart phones, at competitive price points. SinoHub's electronic component sales and services (ECSS) business unit provides procurement-fulfillment, spot component sales and supply chain management (SCM) services to manufacturers and design houses. SinoHub's SCM services include warehousing, delivery, import/export, and give its customers total transparency into their supply chains by delivering SinoHub SCM, a proprietary, Web-based software platform SinoHub has been using for almost ten years. For more information, visit SinoHub's Web site at http://www.sinohub.com and the B2B Chips Web site at http://www.b2bchips.com.

About Ciao Telecom Inc.

Ciao Telecom is a leading multinational telecommunications services provider with operations in the United States, Brazil, Europe and the Middle East. The firm offers innovative telecommunication and data services with its own data network and systems to a wide range of companies on a global basis.  For further information, please visit http://www.ciaotelecom.net

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-looking Information

Some of the statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts constitute forward-looking statements under the federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of the words "may," "will," "should," "could," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "predicts," "intends," "potential," "proposed," or "continue" or the negative of those terms. These statements involve risks known to SinoHub, significant uncertainties, and other factors, many of which cannot be predicted with accuracy and some of which may not even be anticipated, which may cause actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements, or our published guidance, to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by those forward-looking statements. Such risks, uncertainties and factors include, but are not limited to, the ability of CiaoHub to obtain the necessary land and permits to build the proposed factory, CiaoHub's ability to access capital for the construction and operation of the factory, general economic conditions in Brazil, assumptions concerning future economic and competitive conditions in the mobile communications device market in Brazil, and other factors detailed from time to time in SinoHub's filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.  Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.  SinoHub undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Except as required by law, SinoHub assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements publicly, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in any forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future.  For further information on factors which could impact SinoHub and the statements contained herein, see the "Risk Factors" included in Item 1A of SinoHub's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities Exchange Commission on March 14, 2011. SinoHub assumes no obligation to update and supplement forward-looking statements that become untrue because of subsequent events, new information or otherwise.

Contacts:

                                                       Investor Relations
    SinoHub, Inc.            Investor Relations (US)   (Hong Kong)
    Grace Wang               Bryan Degnan             Mahmoud Siddig
    Tel: +
     86-755-2661-1080        Taylor Rafferty          Taylor Rafferty
    Email:
     grace.wang@sinohub.com  Tel: +1-212-889-4350     Tel: +852-3196-3712
                              Email:sinohub@taylor-    Email:sinohub@taylor-
                              rafferty.com             rafferty.com

SOURCE  SinoHub, Inc.

SinoHub, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.ciaotelecom.net

Twisted Metal® Makes an Explosive Return This Valentine's Day Exclusively on the PlayStation®3 System

Longest Running PlayStation® Franchise Makes First Appearance on the PS3(TM) System with New Vehicles, Weapons, Environments, and Robust Multiplayer Features

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) today announced the release of the highly anticipated PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) system exclusive, Twisted Metal®. Building upon the warped world introduced in 1995, Eat Sleep Play Co-Founders David Jaffe and Scott Campbell, the original creative team behind the franchise that defined the car combat genre, have delivered an unparalleled world of destruction to Twisted Metal, while retaining the signature dark humor, fast-action gameplay and world of cars, weapons, and destruction widely adored by fans across the globe. With four groups battling for control, players will have the opportunity to step into the combat boots of Sweet Tooth, Doll Face and Mr. Grimm in a high octane, highly destructible world.  Players will have to fight for the prize of one wish to be fulfilled by the evil Calypso, the mastermind behind the Twisted Metal tournament. 

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"As a multi-million unit selling series, and the longest running franchise in PlayStation history, Twisted Metal is a major factor in our continued success with the PlayStation brand," said Guy Longworth, Senior Vice President, PlayStation Brand Marketing. "With its introduction on the PS3, Twisted Metal delivers the series' signature dark humor and personality while adding a deep online component, unique single player experience, and vast battle environments."

In addition to four-player split-screen, players can take advantage of the robust online system and unleash destruction in a variety of new game modes with up to 16 players simultaneously.  Within the online multiplayer world players will have access to a number of new vehicles, weapons, and eight sprawling environments with over 30 different maps available for destruction.  In addition to classic modes, such as Team Deathmatch, Twisted Metal introduces unique modes such as Nuke, where two factions battle to destroy each other's statue by abducting the enemy's team leader and sacrificing them to launch a nuclear missile. 

Twisted Metal boasts over a dozen vehicles, each outfitted with special weapons to strategically dismantle opponents in creative ways, from missiles and miniguns to giant magnets and flying mascots. For the first time in franchise history, players have the opportunity to take flight with the Talon, a helicopter armed to the teeth with a minigun turret.

Twisted Metal also contains an engrossing single-player campaign that reprises familiar characters combined with stunning cinematic scenes and over-the-top boss battles.  Players will engage in separate and unique storylines using Sweet Tooth, Doll Face, and Mr. Grimm, and have the ability to access all of the various 16 vehicles through the campaign.  Additionally, players can experience the single player campaign in co-op mode.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation® family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation®2, PSP, PS Vita and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations.

PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

©2012 Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. Twisted Metal is a registered trademark in the United States and a trademark in other countries of Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. Developed by Eat Sleep Play, Inc.

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CONTACT: CONTACT: Alex Armour, 858.824.4648, alex_armour@playstation.sony.com; or Claudine Ricanor, 858.824.4892, claudine_ricanor@playstation.sony.com

BillingTree and Solutions by Text Extend Special Offer Deadline on SMS for Billing and Payments

Waives Set-up fee and monthly fee for first 90 days, no long-term contract

PHOENIX, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- BillingTree®, one of the nation's leading on-demand payment processors has joined with business partner, Solutions by Text, in a unique initiative to enable utilities and billers to experience the value of text messaging for bill presentment and payment authorization, and to allow them to quickly test alternative uses of SMS alerts, for example service outage information.

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As part of the initiative, Solutions by Text makes it easy for utilities and other direct billers to set up a text-based service using a simple 4 stage implementation strategy. This provides best practice procedures to ensure billers have the proper customer consent, correct cell phone numbers, and confirmation of ownership of the mobile devices. It also offers a portfolio of business templates to enable billing organizations to build a message bank of appropriate text messages.

For utilities and billers adopting the offer by March 30, 2012, Solutions by Text will waive its standard SMS set up fee, and waive the monthly fee for the first 90 days. There is no long term contract lock-in and messages cost between $.03 and $.05 each. A BillingTree merchant account application is required for this offer, and to process the text authorized payments.

Details regarding the solution and the limited time offer are available at http://tinyurl.com/7jf3pxf or contact Art Coutcher directly at acoutcher@mybillingtree.com.

"According to CTIA figures, in the last 5 years texting in the US has increased to 6.2 billion text messages sent each day and it is now one of the preferred means of communication for many of our utilities customers," said Art Coutcher, Utilities Sales Manager, BillingTree. "This offers real opportunities for utilities and billers to use modern communications to improve their DSO and, at the same time, provide better service to their users."

"Until now many utilities have been deterred by the complexity of setting up 'Best Practice' messaging solutions," commented Mike Cantrell, President, Solutions by Text. "It is because of this that we have introduced the 4 stage implementation strategy which condenses our many years' experience into a very simple procedure which ensures compliance with the various regulations governing the process."

BillingTree supplies the leading fully integrated, multi-channel electronic payment platform to a growing list of Industries, including Insurance, Utilities, such as power, cable, municipal, and phone, as well as Healthcare and Subscription-billed services. Benefits of electronic payment solutions include an accelerated availability of consumer funds, reduced costs associated with manual-payment processing, improved cash management, and integrated processing by managing all payments, returns, and corrections through a single portal.

About Solutions by Text

Solutions by Text is a division of Marketing Response Solutions, and was formed in 2008 to identify and streamline communication efficiencies in the PDL and Rent to Own industries based on text messaging. With a solid foundation of understanding the need to communicate with customers through text, SBT has advanced its business model to include utility companies, the medical billing industry and self-storage industry. SBS business consultancy services help customers develop training resources to improve conversion, tweak message templates to stimulate response and adjust message delivery and frequency to improve customer service.

About BillingTree

The proven leader in on-demand payment processing, BillingTree empowers customers with competitive advantage through a simplification of the billing and receivables process. By delivering the most innovative technology while making it as easy and inexpensive as possible to accept payments, BillingTree has revolutionized the payments landscape. Our software-as-a-service (SaaS) model delivers industry-leading payment solutions, proven integration, and point-and-click simplicity. BillingTree's focus on innovation has allowed us to help more than 2,000 customers eliminate manual processes and automate their payment cycles. BillingTree - Growth is our Business. For more information, visit http://www.mybillingtree.com or call 877.4.BILLTREE.

All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    Contact:               Contact:
    Dave Yohe              Claire Grant
    Corporate Marketing    IBA, PR for BillingTree
    BillingTree            Tel: 561.228.1940
    Tel: 602.443.5948      cgrant@iba-international.com
    dave@mybillingtree.com
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VTech Brings Parents a Bundle of Joy with New Line of Competitively Priced, Feature-Rich Baby Monitors

Leveraging its Extensive Experience in Wireless Communication for the Home, Leading Electronics Manufacturer VTech Introduces Stylish Video and Audio Baby Monitors

BEAVERTON, Ore., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- VTech® Communications Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of VTech Holdings Ltd. (HKSE: 303;  the world's largest manufacturer of cordless telephones for home and electronic learning products for children), today launched a new line of baby monitors: the Safe & Sound(TM) Full-Color Video and Audio Monitor (VM321) and the Safe & Sound Digital Audio Monitor (DM221). Both VTech baby monitor systems offer robust features at affordable price points, enabling parents to maximize their monitoring options with less impact to their wallets.

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VTech has combined its expertise in wireless home communication with its knowledge of innovative children's electronics products to deliver a highly functional and affordable line of baby monitors.  The new baby monitor line features digital communication technology, which improves range, sound quality and reduces interference from other home devices, so that parents can easily hear sounds and see the images from the baby monitor.

For parents wanting to be completely in tune with their little ones, the VTech Safe & Sound Full-Color Video and Audio Monitor (VM321, MSRP: $149.95) provides a full audio/visual monitoring solution that gives parents peace-of-mind with up to 1,000 feet of range between the camera and parent unit. The system features high-quality video resolution (transmitting up to 22 frames per second) on a sizeable 2.8-inch video screen with a 320 x 240 pixel display (compared to a 2-inch display for the competition's slightly more expensive models).

Other unique features include a split video screen, enabling simultaneous viewing from up to four separate cameras with the purchase of additional cameras (VM310, MSRP: $49.95), along with infrared night-vision capability for viewing when the room is completely dark. The Safe & Sound Full-Color Video and Audio Monitor also features a two-way intercom system to let the little one hear parents' voices, polyphonic lullabies to play, a temperature sensor to ensure parents can keep rooms heated or cooled appropriately and vibrating alerts to noise in the baby's room for notification when the parent unit is attached with the belt clip or in a pocket. Finally, the system offers a six-level LED sound indicator to adjust volume and a rechargeable battery on the parent unit, avoiding the need to continuously stock and replace batteries.

For parents needing a more affordable solution, the VTech Safe and Sound Digital Audio Monitor (DM221, MSRP: $39.95) offers up to 1,000 feet of range and features Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) 6.0 technology, ensuring high-quality and reliable sound that prevents wireless interference from other electronic devices and security from digital snooping. Parents won't miss a gurgle or hiccup with vibrating sound alerts, sound indicators, backlit display on the parent unit and a belt clip for constant monitoring.  In addition, the intercom system allows immediate two-way communication to sooth the baby when restless. VTech offers up to 18 hours of battery life and rechargeable batteries, ensuring continuous monitoring all night, even if the family is on the go.

"Parents want peace of mind when their babies aren't in their arms, and VTech is giving them a solid alternative with monitoring products that deliver the best value for their dollar," said Matt Ramage, senior vice president, product management, VTech Communications. "Our leadership in wireless communication for the home enables us to be competitive in both quality and price, providing parents with a reliable, feature-rich solution to keep tabs on their little ones, as they go about their days and nights."

For more information on VTech and its new baby monitor products, please visit http://www.babymonitors.vtech.com.

VTech Safe & Sound Full-Color Video and Audio Monitor (VM321)

    --  Digital transmission providing superior security and sound quality with
        no annoying white noise
    --  2.8" video baby monitor
    --  320 x 240 pixel display transmitting up to 22 frames per second
    --  Rechargeable battery in parent unit
    --  Infrared night vision
    --  Two-way communication between the two units
    --  Polyphonic lullabies
    --  Temperature sensor
    --  6 level sound indicator
    --  Vibrating sound alert
    --  Supports up to 4 baby units
    --  Split screen capability for viewing up to four different cameras at one
        time
    --  Available at http://www.babymonitors.vtech.com
    --  List: $149.95
VTech Safe & Sound Digital Audio Monitor (DM221)

    --  DECT 6.0 interference-free communication
    --  Digital transmission providing superior security and sound quality with
        no annoying white noise
    --  Rechargeable battery - up to 18 hours of monitoring time
    --  Two-way communication between the two units
    --  Vibrating sound alert
    --  Backlit display on parent unit
    --  Five LED sound indicators
    --  Night light on baby unit - loop lights up
    --  Belt clip on parent unit
    --  Available at http://www.babymonitors.vtech.com
    --  List: $39.95
About VTech®

VTech is the world's largest manufacturer of cordless telephones and electronic learning products.  It also provides highly sought-after contract manufacturing services.  Founded in 1976, the Group's mission is to be the most cost-effective designer and manufacturer of innovative, high-quality consumer electronic products and to distribute them to markets worldwide in the most efficient manner.

© 2012 VTech Holdings Ltd. VTech and Safe & Sound are trademarks of VTech Holdings Ltd.

Media Contact: Ginny WalkerGolinHarris714-918-8231gwalker@golinharris.com

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Anchors Aweigh! Pirate Storm is Going Live

HAMBURG, Germany, February 14, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    As reported by Bigpoint (http://www.bigpoint.com), one of the leading
international providers and developers of online games, "Pirate Storm" (
http://www.piratestorm.de) is now available online across the globe. In "Pirate
Storm," players navigate the ocean as dreaded pirates, and fight adversaries, monsters and
fiends in the battle for fame and glory. After a successful test phase in specific
markets, the action-packed MMO can now be played worldwide in languages including, but not
limited to: Brazilian Portuguese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Turkish and
Polish.

    In addition to the classic "Seafight," Bigpoint is now happy to present "Pirate Storm"
- yet another dynamic pirate game that can be played for free directly in your browser.

    "'Pirate Storm' is a more contemporary version of one of our favorite game concepts,"
says Executive Producer at Bigpoint Marco Matz. "Complete with gripping duels on the high
seas, 'Pirate Storm' is an exciting addition to our portfolio that is aimed at pleasing
the many players who really enjoy playing pirate-themed games."

    "Pirate Storm" is also intended for beginners by offering uncomplicated game entry and
an enthralling introduction into the world of buccaneers. Alone or with other pirates in
their guild, players must face monsters from the darkest depths of the ocean and greedy,
enemy pirates. Players must give their all - because waiting for them at the end of this
Flash game's challenging missions is legendary treasure ... or death!

    Pirate Storm is internationally available as of now in over 24 languages. Click here
to play for free http://www.piratestorm.de.

   
    Additional links:
    - http://www.piratestorm.de
    - http://www.bigpoint.net
    - http://www.bigpoint.com

    If you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to contact me:
    Bigpoint GmbH, Matthias Mirlach
    Lead Public Relations
    T : +49-(0)40 881413-207
    E : m.mirlach@bigpoint.net

Source: Bigpoint GmbH

FxPro Announces Tighter Spreads and Deeper Liquidity

LONDON, February 14, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    FxPro Financial Services Ltd (FxPro), a leading global forex broker today announced
two major new developments to its ECN platform, FxPro cTrader.

    Through its new partnership with Integral - a technology and application provider of
trading and liquidity aggregation solutions - FxPro's cTrader platform now aggregates
price streams from some of the largest global banking institutions. This provides FxPro's
clients with the deep liquidity and prices found on the interbank FX market when executing
volumes from as low as $10,000 up to $500 million.

    FxPro's partnership with Integral and the aggregation of prices from some of the
largest global institutions allows the company to provide highly competitive spreads on
the 40 currency pairs currently offered on cTrader - starting from as low as 0 pips on
some of the majors.

    In addition, FxPro has teamed up with Traiana for the matching of trades - a leading
post-trade service provider that connects more than 500 firms with solutions that automate
the full-trade lifecycle of products. Using Traiana's services, trades are matched and
reconciled in real-time with FxPro's prime broker, Morgan Stanley International, the
global standard-setter for the prime brokerage market for the past 25 years.

    Denis Sukhotin, Founder and Chairman of FxPro, commented:

    "By leveraging FxPro technology and our relationships with global financial
institutions we have built an unparalleled pool of liquidity we are extremely proud of.
The reduction of spreads and our radical rebate program are the logical next step in
sharing this success with our clients."

    FxPro's rebate program can be accessed at:
http://www.fxpro.com/trading/conditions/ecn/rebates

    About FxPro

    FxPro is an award-winning forex broker providing retail and institutional offerings to
clients in 150 countries. FxPro offers trading access through a range of platforms
including the innovative ECN platform - FxPro cTrader - supported by industry-leading
market news and outstanding levels of customer support 24 hours a day. FxPro's goal is to
be the world's preferred forex broker and it has become the first choice for forex traders
needing user-friendly market access and superior trading infrastructure.

    With offices in the United Kingdom, Austria, Cyprus, France, Russia and Spain, FxPro
Financial Services Limited is authorised and regulated by the Cyprus Securities and
Exchange Commission, under licence number 078/07, and operates under the EU Markets in
Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID).

    In Australia, FxPro Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 68 143 740 603) is authorised and regulated
by the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), license number 405750.
Registered address Suite 306, 15 Lime Street, Sydney NSW 2000.

    FxPro UK Limited is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial
Services Authority (FSA), registration number 509956. Registered address 13/14 Basinghall
Street, London, EC2V 5BQ.

    For further information, please visit http://www.fxpro.com.

   
    Notes to Media

    For further information, please contact:

    James Marshall
    Head of PR and Communications
    FxPro
    Tel: +44(0)207-776-972
    Email: j.marshall@fxpro.com

Source: FxPro

USA Basketball National Team Member and Basketball Star Deron Williams Suits up as Official Spokesperson for MetroPCS

Partnership will build awareness for the carrier's expanding Samsung phone lineup and nationwide service

DALLAS, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, MetroPCS Communications, Inc., the leader in flat-rate, no annual contract and unlimited wireless services, announced a partnership with basketball star Deron Williams.  As the only 4GLTE no-contract wireless service provider, this partnership provides a unique opportunity for MetroPCS to build awareness for its Samsung Android 4GLTE smartphone lineup and the unprecedented value it brings customers with nationwide 4GLTE(  )service at about half the cost of other providers.

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"Deron Williams is highly regarded as one of the top point guards in the world, and dedication on and off the court have been a source of admiration for his teammates, coaches and fans throughout his professional basketball career," said Tom Keys, president and COO of MetroPCS. "We couldn't be more excited to bring on a spokesperson that shares our commitment for superior performance as we continually strive to move our customers forward with innovative devices and services at an incredible value."

As a spokesperson, the seven-year veteran will support various MetroPCS marketing programs, including but not limited to advertising and a commercial spot for MetroPCS' new brand campaign, everybody's moving to metro>, as well as exclusive promotions for upcoming Samsung Mobile device launches.  Additionally, Williams will interact with consumers through public appearances on behalf of the brand, and participate in various social media initiatives.   

"I believe that success stems from a strong desire for growth and improvement," said Deron Williams. "I'm excited and honored to join forces with a brand that has grown from its beginning in my hometown of Dallas, into the fifth-largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States, breaking new ground in its industry all along the way."

Deron Williams, a member of the 2008 USA Basketball Men's National Team and a finalist to represent USA Basketball in 2012, joins the MetroPCS family shortly after the service provider inked a two-year agreement as the official wireless partner of USA Basketball. As part of this partnership, MetroPCS embarked upon the USA Basketball Dream Tour - a nationwide journey that connects fans with legendary basketball players.

For more information, please visit:
Details on rate plans and service features: http://www.metropcs.com/plans
MetroPCS Terms and Conditions of Service: http://www.metropcs.com/privacy/terms.aspx
Press resources: http://www.metropcs.com/presscenter
Follow MetroPCS on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metropcs
Become a fan of MetroPCS on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metropcs
View MetroPCS' latest videos: http://www.YouTube.com/metropcs

For the latest on Deron Williams, please visit:
News, information and more: http://www.deronwilliams.com
Follow Deron on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DeronWilliams
Become a fan of Deron on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DeronWilliams

About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. is a provider of no annual contract, unlimited wireless communications service for a flat-rate. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA(SM), MetroPCS customers can use their service in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of December 31, 2011, MetroPCS had over 9.3 million subscribers. For more information please visit http://www.metropcs.com.

About USA Basketball
Based in Colorado Springs, Colo., USA Basketball is a nonprofit organization and the national governing body for men's and women's basketball in the United States. As the recognized governing body for basketball in the United States by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), USA Basketball is responsible for the selection, training, and fielding of USA teams that compete in FIBA-sponsored international basketball competitions, as well as for some national competitions.  For further information, go to the official website of USA Basketball at http://www.usabasketball.com

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

Dassault Falcon Offers ADS-B Out STC for Falcon 50EX Aircraft

SAINT-CLOUD, France, February 14, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Dassault Falcon has developed a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to install ADS-B
Out (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast Out) on Falcon 50EX aircraft equipped with
ProLine 4 avionics. With this STC, Falcon operators can take advantage of the safety and
operational improvements of the new technology before the mandated compliance dates set by
airworthiness authorities.

    ADS-B is a satellite-based surveillance technology for tracking aircraft and is part
of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen). The ADS-B infrastructure is
expected to be operational by 2013. Falcon operators who choose to have the STC kit
installed beforehand can realize advantages such as optimized flight paths and reduced
separation in areas of limited or no radar coverage where the service is currently
operational.

    "We've made it a priority to develop new products that can improve safety and
operational efficiencies for both in and out of production aircraft models," said Frank
Youngkin, Senior Vice President of Customer Service for Dassault Falcon. "In the case of
ADS-B Out, there are many benefits operators can take advantage of prior to the mandated
compliance date, so we put a focus on bringing this STC to market as soon as possible."

    The STC Data Package calls for replacing existing transponders with upgraded units
that support the new protocol, along with wiring and other related components. It can be
installed by any Dassault Service Center as well as any Authorized Service Center. The
installation takes approximately two weeks, but requires no additional downtime if
combined with a C Check. EASA certification for the STC package is expected later in the
year.

    About Dassault Falcon

    Dassault Falcon is responsible for selling and supporting Falcon business jets
throughout the world. It is part of Dassault Aviation, a leading aerospace company with a
presence in over 70 countries across five continents. Dassault Aviation produces the
Rafale fighter jet as well as the complete line of Falcon business jets. The company has
assembly and production plants in both France and the United States and service facilities
on multiple continents. It employs a total workforce of over 12,000. Since the rollout of
the first Falcon 20 in 1963, over 2,100 Falcon jets have been delivered to 67 countries
worldwide. The family of Falcon jets currently in production includes the tri-jets-the
Falcon 900LX and the 7X-as well as the twin-engine Falcon 2000LX and the new 2000S.

   
    Press Contacts
    Dassault Aviation (Saint-Cloud, France)
    Vadim Feldzer Tel. +33-1-47-11-44-13
    Marie-Alexandrine Munoz Tel. +33-1-47-11-64-23

    Dassault Falcon (Teterboro Airport, USA)
    Ralph Aceti Tel. +1-201-541-45-85
    Andrew Ponzoni Tel. +1-201-541-45-88

    Photos
    Hi Res Photos at: http://www.falconphotogallery.com (USER ID: dassault - PASSWORD:
    falcon)

Source: Dassault Falcon

Messenger Plus! for Skype Enhances Skype with Video Recording, Winks and More

MONTREAL, February 14, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    From the makers of Messenger Plus! for Windows Live(TM) Messenger, with millions of
users

    Yuna Software [http://www.msgplus.net ], the company that develops, designs and
markets Messenger Plus!, has announced the addition of Messenger Plus! for Skype 1.0. to
its product portfolio. From the makers of the most popular and respected extension for
Windows Live Messenger, Messenger Plus! has over 600 million downloads to date and more
than ten years' experience in building reputable software.

    Messenger Plus! for Skype, the Social Extension

    "We're releasing the first version of this exciting product after a lot of hard team
work," says Jean-Francois Gregoire, CEO Kimahri Software. "You can now send more than 35
winks [http://www.msgplus.net/Features/For_Skype#Winks ] (flash video animation), record
original Skype video and audio calls for free and easily access your Skype chat logs with
the Messenger Plus! log viewer [http://www.msgplus.net/Features/For_Skype#LogViewer ]. All
of this can be done through our slick, dockable, toolbar window."

    Messenger Plus! has leveraged their expertise in chat logging - the ability to record,
view, store, search and retrieve conversation history - to develop an advanced video and
audio capture engine for recording Skype calls
[http://www.msgplus.net/Features/For_Skype#VideoCall ].

    Alex Shamash, Director at Yuna Software, adds that this release brings the social
experience to a new sphere. "Messenger Plus! offers an enhanced and more enjoyable instant
messaging experience to Skype users. For some, this will be their first taste of Messenger
Plus!" says Shamash. "The goal is to have one single brand that extends across multiple
social networks. We want to create tons of new features to revolutionize the way people
use Skype."

    Messenger Plus! for Skype 1.0 download (in English):
http://www.msgplus.net/plusmyskype

    Click here [http://www.msgplus.net/Features/For_Skype ] for the full list of features
of Messenger Plus! for Skype including three different levels of video quality, animation
previews, conversation storage, etc. More exciting features are already planned for future
versions.

    Messenger Plus! for Windows Live(TM) Messenger download (22 languages):

    - Website http://www.msgplus.net
- Like us on Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/MsgPlus ]
- Follow us on Twitter [https://twitter.com/messenger_plus ]

    About Messenger Plus!

    Messenger Plus! lets users get more from their Instant Messenger experience including
plugins, skins, sounds, emoticons, and more. Messenger Plus! users benefit from tons of
exciting features of this freeware that has been enhancing Windows Live(TM) Messenger
since 2001, with a new add-on available for Skype. The Messenger Plus! brand is owned by
Yuna Software, a private company.

   
    Media Contact:
    Ronni Kives
    pr@yunasoftware.com
    +1(438)380-4114

Source: Yuna Software

ARI's eCatalogs Selected by nizeX, Inc. to Help Its Customers Streamline Parts Lookup

eCatalogs to be fully integrated with Lizzy(TM), nizeX's web-based dealer business management system

MILWAUKEE, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ARI Network Services, Inc. (OTCBB: ARIS), a leading provider of parts content and eCatalogs, today announced that nizeX, Inc., located in Jackson, GA, and ARI have signed a reseller agreement.

Under the terms of this agreement, nizeX will resell ARI's eCatalogs for the leading outdoor power and powersports manufacturers, including Arctic Cat, Ariens, Briggs & Stratton, Kawasaki, MTD, Polaris, Toro and Yamaha, to Lizzy's customers and prospects. Lizzy is nizeX's web-based dealer business management system.

"ARI's long-term commitment to the dealers we mutually serve made our decision to work with ARI easy," says Glenn Hancock, President of nizeX.  "In addition, ARI has the most comprehensive, OEM-provided catalog content in the industry. We are pleased to now be able to provide Lizzy dealers with a seamlessly integrated, easy-to-use parts lookup solution. We are confident that our dealers will quickly realize increased productivity and cost savings in their parts and service departments."

"We are very pleased to announce our strategic alliance with nizeX," says Roy W. Olivier, President and Chief Executive Officer at ARI. "We are committed to working with industry leaders in the outdoor power, powersports, marine and RV industries to deliver integrated solutions that help dealers streamline their business operations. We're confident that the combination of Lizzy with our parts data library for more than 90 manufacturers delivers a superior parts lookup solution."

"nizeX, formerly known as SofTek Software, has been providing their customers with integration to PartSmart®, ARI's CD-based lookup solution for many years," says Jon Lintvet, Chief Marketing Officer & Vice President of Product at ARI. "This agreement marks the first time that dealer business management system users will be able to access ARI's award-winning eCatalogs from within their DMS, providing dealers with a seamless user experience and eliminating the need to run multiple applications in parallel.  This solution is very compelling and we fully expect to add several hundred eCatalog subscribers as a result."

Dealers attending the Dealer Expo, February 17-19, at the Indianapolis Convention Center, will have the opportunity to meet with the nizeX team (Booth 5043) and the ARI Team (Booth 4861) for a demonstration of the eCatalog integration with Lizzy.

About nizeX, Inc.
nizeX, Inc. (formerly known as SofTek Software) has been serving the Powersports and Lawn & Garden industries for over 15 years.  The nizeX team are experts in web and database development, accounting and F&I as well as business level processes that has enabled them to design a dealer business management system that is easy to use, maintain and update.  nizeX has been designing web-based solutions for the past five years, but has been focused mainly on the customers they serve in the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and PDM (Product Data Management) markets.  About three years ago nizeX released a whole new business system that runs on any operating system or hardware platform through a web browser.  The new system is called Lizzy and she offers her customers 24/7 access to their data from any Internet capable device, from anywhere, anytime.

For more information on nizeX, please visit http://www.nizex.com.

About ARI
ARI Network Services (OTCBB: ARIS) is a leading innovator of SaaS solutions that serve several vertical markets with a focus on the outdoor power, powersports, marine, RV, and appliance segments.  Solutions include eCommerce?enabled websites, lead generation/lead management services, search engine marketing, and electronic catalogs (parts, garments, and accessories).

ARI markets its products and services through multiple sales channels and geographic markets, and currently serves approximately 18,000 equipment dealers, 125 manufacturers, and 150 distributors worldwide. ARI has customers in more than 100 countries with the primary market being the Americas served by multiple U.S. offices. The company also maintains sales and service operations in the Netherlands, serving the EMEA and APAC markets.

For more information on ARI, please visit our Website at http://www.arinet.com.

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For more information, contact:

Cheryl Pabich, Director of Marketing
Phone: (414) 973-4426
Email: Pabich@arinet.com

Investor Contact:
Joe Dorame, Robert Blum, Joe Diaz
Lytham Partners, LLC
Phone: (602) 889-9700
Email: aris@lythampartners.com

SOURCE  ARI Network Services

ARI Network Services

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

TechFaith to Showcase Broader Line-Up at 2012 GSMA Mobile World Congress

BEIJING, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China TechFaith Wireless Communication Technology Limited (NASDAQ: CNTF) ("TechFaith" or the Company) today announced it would have an increased presence at the prominent 2012 GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona from 27 February to 1st March 2012. TechFaith plans to showcase a variety of new mobile phones with somatic gaming controller functions, alongside its existing range of GSM, WCDMA, CDMA models and somatic games. The Company will be located in Hall 2, booth 2J21.

Mr. Deyou Dong, President and COO of TechFaith said, "With the 2012 theme of Redefining Mobile, we could not think of a more suitable venue for TechFaith to showcase its broader line-up of mobile phones. The focus on how mobile has transcended communications is now transforming the world in an unprecedented way is the underlying theme that has been driving many of TechFaith's most sought after designs. For example, our integrated somatic gaming mobile phone platform and our feature-rich rugged phones are uniquely positioned in the marketplace. We are excited and look forward to meeting with existing customers and potential new partners, as we continue to expand our business in China and worldwide."

According to the latest Wireless Intelligence data, China ended 2011 on 973.7 million mobile connections, up about 16 percent year-on-year, fuelled by growth in 3G which will soon account for a quarter of the country's connections. The number of 3G connections surpassed 200 million in Q4 2011 and accounted for 22 percent of the total at year-end. Market penetration is estimated at 72 percent, up almost 10 percent from a year ago.

For the Android ginger bread platform, TechFaith plans to feature the following models: Titan, an IP67 certified HSPA rugged smart phone, which is water proof, shock proof and dust proof; Q-phone, a 5.0 inch HSPA smartphone that boasts rich entertainment functions, and can be used as a mini-pad; Tracker, a 4.3 inch HSPA smartphone supporting dual sim cards enabling dual sim standby; and Eagle, a stylish 3.8 inch HSPA smart phone with popular features such as WIFI, A-GPS, compass, dual camera and more.

For the somatic gaming business, TechFaith plans to feature its 17Vee somatic gaming platform technology and products. These products include somatic capable mobile phones, somatic gaming controllers, deliver a power experience by letting gamers feel the action. Applications will also be featured that can convert Android smartphones into somatic gaming controllers.

About the GSMA

The GSMA represents the interests of mobile operators worldwide. Spanning more than 220 countries, the GSMA unites nearly 800 of the world's mobile operators, as well as more than 200 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including handset makers, software companies, equipment providers, Internet companies, and media and entertainment organizations. The GSMA also produces industry-leading events such as the Mobile World Congress and Mobile Asia. For more information, please visit http://www.mobileworldcongress.com.

About TechFaith

TechFaith (NASDAQ: CNTF) has three primary businesses. Under the TechFaith umbrella, the Company is a leading global mobile solutions provider for global mobile handsets market (Which previous called ODP (Original Developed Product) business). Under its TecFace brand, the Company is a leading developer of specialized mobile phones for differentiated market segments, including the rapidly growing Smartphone market targeting users and Operators through its TecFace brand; Sports enthusiasts through its Jungle brand; and the Teen market through licensed brands. Under the Company's 17Vee brand, the Company has built a leading, intellectual property based somatic gaming business ranging from Bluetooth enabled somatic gaming controllers and software to a planned proprietary set-top somatic game box. For more information, please visit http://www.techfaithwireless.com, http://www.17vee.com and http://www.798game.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "confident," "outlook" and similar statements. Among other things, the business outlook and strategic and operational plans of TechFaith and management quotations contain forward-looking statements. TechFaith may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Forms 20-F and 6-K, etc., in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about TechFaith's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those risks outlined in TechFaith's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F. TechFaith does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

    CONTACTS:
    In China:                              In the U.S.:
    Jay Ji                                 David Pasquale
    China Techfaith Wireless
     Communication Technology Limited      Global IR Partners
    Tel: 86-10-5822-8390                   Tel: +1 914-337-8801
    ir@techfaith.cn                        cntf@globalirpartners.com
SOURCE  China TechFaith Wireless Technology Limited

China TechFaith Wireless Technology Limited

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

Vertica Extends Manageability and Ease-of-Use for the Vertica Analytics Platform

New Release Offers the Vertica Management Console for Intuitive, Graphical Management and Enhances Usability and Integration with the Big Data Ecosystem

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- TDWI World Conference - Vertica, an HP Company and leading provider of real-time analytics platforms, today announced Vertica 5.1, the latest version of the Vertica Analytics Platform, which offers improvements in the areas of usability, management and integration with the big data ecosystem.

The Vertica Analytics Platform is built from the ground up to handle extreme data, with several customers analyzing more than a Petabyte of data in real time. Available immediately, Vertica 5.1 features a new graphical management console, and extends the platform in the areas of usability and manageability.  In addition, Vertica 5.1 includes a revamped client framework that makes it easier to integrate with third-party BI, ETL, analytics, and other ecosystem solutions and offers superior performance.

"With the new Vertica Management Console, managing and monitoring a Vertica data warehouse installation has never been easier," said Colin Mahony, Vice President of Products and Business Development at Vertica. "The Vertica Management Console has a 'cool' look and feel and the process of creating a new Vertica cluster, adding nodes, dropping databases, and keeping track of system performance is now as simple as dragging and dropping icons and watching a system health dashboard."

As part of the 5.1 release, Vertica is delivering a host of new features to the analytic marketplace:

    --  Vertica Management Console -- with version 5.1, Vertica introduces a new
        integrated solution for monitoring and managing Vertica deployments.
        The Vertica Management Console is an enterprise-class, graphical
        management tool that provides an intuitive, unified view of even very
        large Vertica clusters at a glance and allows configuration and
        monitoring of Vertica databases from a single point of control.
    --  New Client Framework -- Vertica introduces a new client framework with
        broad platform support and ODBC and JDBC drivers that have been
        completely rewritten and optimized for big data analytics use-cases. The
        new implementation greatly improves the drivers' quality, standards
        compliance, compatibility with third-party tools, performance, and
        platform support.
    --  Ecosystem Integration -- as part of a new integration framework, Vertica
        5.1 offers improved integration with the broader big data ecosystem.
        This includes Hadoop distributions based on Apache Commons Release
        1.0.0, including Hortonworks Data Platform v1.  In addition, Vertica's
        Informatica Plugin has been updated with several quality and performance
        improvements.
    --  Integrated with Autonomy IDOL 10 -- Vertica 5.1 is an important
        component of Autonomy IDOL 10, a groundbreaking information platform
        that delivers real-time contextual understanding of structured and
        unstructured data. IDOL 10 provides a single processing layer that
        enables organizations to extract meaning and act on all forms of
        information, including audio, video, social media, email, and web
        content, as well as structured data such as customer transaction logs
        and machine-based sensor data.
"Vertica has always been focused on the user experience, and Vertica 5.1 offers the tools to make managing and monitoring a Vertica installation a snap so users can focus on monetizing all of their data," said Scott Howser, Vice President of Marketing at Vertica.  "The work we've done in streamlining our client framework allows our customers to integrate quickly and easily with their existing analytics environment."

With the release of Vertica 5.1, Vertica extends its vision of Analytics Everywhere(TM), enabling customers to leverage all of their business-critical data from various structured, semi-structured and unstructured sources of extreme data to make better informed decisions. Vertica 5.1 delivers the flexibility customers demand in order to monetize their data for today's information economy.

Pricing and AvailabilityVertica 5.1 is available immediately worldwide as a software download directly from Vertica, an HP Company. Pricing is based on a flexible licensing model calculated on the amount of raw data stored on the Vertica Analytics Platform.

About Vertica, and HP CompanyVertica, an HP Company, is the leading provider of next-generation analytics platforms enabling companies to monetize their data at the speed and scale necessary to deliver significant value to customers and shareholders. Vertica's scalability and flexibility are unmatched in the industry delivering 50x-1,000x faster performance at 30 percent the cost of traditional relational database management systems. Vertica is used by customers worldwide, including Zynga, Verizon, Guess Inc., Capital IQ, Mozilla, Twitter, Groupon, and Comcast.

About AutonomyAutonomy, an HP Company, is a global leader in software that processes human information, or unstructured data, including social media, email, video, audio, text and web pages, etc. Autonomy's powerful management and analytic tools for structured information together with its ability to extract meaning in real time from all forms of information, regardless of format, is a unique tool for companies seeking to get the most out of their data. Autonomy's product portfolio helps power companies through enterprise search analytics, business process management and OEM operations. Autonomy also offers information governance solutions in areas such as eDiscovery, content management and compliance, as well as marketing solutions that help companies grow revenue, such as web content management, online marketing optimization and rich media management.

Please visit http://www.autonomy.com to find out more.

About HPHP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world's largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com.

This news release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. If such risks or uncertainties materialize or such assumptions prove incorrect, the results of HP and its consolidated subsidiaries could differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and assumptions. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including but not limited to statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations, including execution of restructuring and integration plans; any statements concerning expected development, performance or market share relating to products and services; any statements regarding anticipated operational and financial results; any statements of expectation or belief; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Risks, uncertainties and assumptions include macroeconomic and geopolitical trends and events; the competitive pressures faced by HP's businesses; the development and transition of new products and services (and the enhancement of existing products and services) to meet customer needs and respond to emerging technological trends; the execution and performance of contracts by HP and its customers, suppliers and partners; the protection of HP's intellectual property assets, including intellectual property licensed from third parties; integration and other risks associated with business combination and investment transactions; the hiring and retention of key employees; expectations and assumptions relating to the execution and timing of restructuring and integration plans; the resolution of pending investigations, claims and disputes; and other risks that are described in HP's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2011 and HP's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. HP assumes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements.

© 2012 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

Autonomy Editorial Contacts:

    Chuck Smith                  Paul Lesinski
    Autonomy / Vertica (US)      Edelman (US)
    +1 978 600 6348                                          +1 503 293 8949
    csmith@vertica.com           paul.lesinski@edelman.com

    Vanessa Colomar              Lucy Davies
    Autonomy (UK)                Edelman (UK)
    +44 207 104 5778                                       +44 203 3047 2304
    vanessa.colomar@autonomy.com lucy.davies@edelman.com
SOURCE  Vertica, an HP Company

Vertica, an HP Company

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

Sybase 365 and Telefonica Expand Mobile Financial Services With Innovative Mobile Wallet

First Commercial Wallet Services To Roll Out in Europe and Latin America during 2012

DUBLIN, Calif. and MADRID, Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sybase 365, a subsidiary of Sybase, Inc., the global leader in mobile messaging and mobile commerce services, today announced a global, strategic partnership with Telefonica Digital to provide mobile wallet services. Sybase 365 will help develop Telefonica's mWallet, which will be the gateway for its customers to a wide range of mobile financial services.

The mWallet, provided by Sybase 365, will be a virtual wallet which will offer a convenient and secure way of accessing a range of services from a stored value account through to payments and peer-to-peer transfers. It will be capable of storing prepaid, debit, credit and loyalty cards, thereby simplifying online purchases. And as NFC technology becomes more widespread it will be possible to make payments directly from the wallet via compatible handsets and point of sale terminals.

"The mobile wallet lies at the heart of our financial services strategy and it is crucial that we deliver a strong, simple and secure user experience to our customers," said Joaquin Mata, Head of Financial Services at Telefonica Digital. "Sybase 365 is a leader in its field whose expertise will be a key element in helping us bring the best customer experience to market."

The partnership with Sybase 365 is the latest development as Telefonica builds its global capabilities in the mobile financial services space.

"With the ongoing convergence of technology and agreement amongst key players in the ecosystem, mobile commerce services are a fast developing global phenomenon," said Matthew Talbot, Senior Vice President of mCommerce, Sybase 365. "We are very excited to be partnering with Telefonica to provide such a comprehensive mobile wallet offering.   This is a great example of how mobile operators, financial institutions, enterprises and merchants collaborating with innovative technology built with the needs of the end customer in mind can extend mobile financial services to millions around the world."

Mata continued, "It is crucial that we assemble around us the best possible technology partners to power our mobile financial services products. Through partnership we can bring the best experience to our end user customers."

Telefonica expects to see the first commercial wallet services launching in Latin America and in Europe during the first half of 2012.

IN RELATED NEWS, today Sybase issued its second annual Mobile Commerce Guide 2012: Strategies for Financial Institutions, Mobile Operators and Enterprises to Implement mCommerce services in Developed and Emerging Markets.

About Telefonica Digital

Telefonica Digital is a global business division of Telefonica. Its mission is to seize the opportunities within the digital world and deliver new growth for Telefonica through research & development, venture capital, global partnerships and digital services such as cloud computing, mobile advertising,  M2M and eHealth. Telefonica Digital will deliver these innovative products and services to Telefonica's 300 million customers as well as leveraging the power of the internet to enter new markets. It is headquartered in London with regional centres in Silicon Valley, Sao Paolo, Spain and Tel Aviv. Jajah, Terra, Tuenti, giffgaff and 48 are all part of the Telefonica Digital group of companies.

About Sybase 365

Sybase 365, a subsidiary of Sybase, Inc. (an SAP company; NYSE: SAP), is the global leader in enabling mobile information services for mobile operators, financial institutions and enterprises. We provide our customers with the widest offering in SMS, MMS, GRX, IPX interoperability, end-to-end mobile commerce solutions, innovative mCRM, mobile marketing and content delivery services. Sybase 365 processes more than 1.8 billion messages per day, reaching over 900 operators and 5.2 billion subscribers around the world. For more information, visit: http://www.sybase.com/365. Read our blogs: http://blogs.sybase.com. 

Sybase and Sybase 365 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sybase, Inc. All other company and product names mentioned may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. ® indicates registration in the United States.

Forward-looking Statement

Any statements contained in this document that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "intend," "may," "plan," "project," "predict," "should" and "will" and similar expressions as they relate to SAP are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. SAP undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. The factors that could affect SAP's future financial results are discussed more fully in SAP's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including SAP's most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of their dates.

SOURCE  Sybase 365

Sybase 365

CONTACT: Margherita Di Cerbo, Sybase Public Relations, 0207 648 5358, margherita.di.cerbo@sybase.com, or Aimee Baxter, CJP Communications for Sybase, 0207 074 1836, abaxter@cjpcom.com, or Jose Maria Hoyos Melendre, Telefonica Digital, +34 91 482 87 85, josemaria.hoyosmelendre@telefonica.es, or Nick Wilkins, Telefonica Press Office, +44 7712 020937, nick.wilkins@o2.com

Web Site: http://www.sybase.com/365

Lekkerland and Wirecard Expand Their Strategic Alliance: New Payment Method for eCommerce - Pay Cash Online

MUNICH, February 14, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    Munich-based Wirecard Bank AG, a Wirecard Group company, and Lekkerland AG & Co. KG,
Frechen, are expanding their existing strategic alliance for prepaid products and online
payment processing.

    Both companies have developed a new payment method for the German market together with
Berlin-based EZV Gesellschaft für Zahlungssysteme mbH, to allow cash payments for
products ordered online. "BarPay" allows customers to order goods or services on the
Internet and to pay for these in cash with immediate effect at 18,000 petrol stations,
shops and kiosks in the Lekkerland network in Germany.

    BarPay is a payment method for consumers that do not have access to credit cards or
who have reservations about payment methods such as prepayment. Companies who want to cut
their cash on delivery or debt collection costs, and at the same time increase their
conversion rates, can benefit from BarPay.

    "Our national infrastructure ensures that almost all consumers can reach one of our
BarPay acceptance agents within a maximum of ten minutes. The flexible opening hours that
petrol stations offer makes this even more user friendly," commented Jonny Natelberg,
Executive Vice President with Lekkerland GmbH & Co. KG.

    Oliver Bellenhaus, Wirecard Bank's chief representative said: "I am convinced that we
will also meet with great interest for this payment method from many of the Wirecard
Group's trade customers."

    About Lekkerland:

    Lekkerland AG supplies approximately 130,700 filling station shops, kiosks,
convenience stores, fast-food chains, tobacconists, specialist drinks stores, department
stores, supermarkets, bakeries and canteens in nine European countries with a full range
of confectionery, drinks, snacks, convenience ranges, ice cream, deep-frozen food, fresh
products, tobacco goods, prepaid products and non-food articles. In the business year
2010, the company generated sales of 12.2 billion euros.

    http://www.lekkerland.com

    http://www.lekkerland-office-food.de

    http://www.lekkerland24.de

    About Wirecard AG:

    Wirecard AG is one of the leading international providers of electronic payment and
risk management solutions. Worldwide, the Wirecard Group supports over 12,000 companies
from various industry segments in their efforts to automate their payment processes and
minimize cases of default. Wirecard Bank AG is a Principal Member of Visa, MasterCard and
JCB and operates as a credit card acquirer in 69 countries around the world, involving
over 100 transaction currencies and 18 payout currencies. Part of the Wirecard Group,
Wirecard Bank provides innovative solutions in the fields of corporate banking, prepaid
and co-branded cards, along with account products for both business and private customers.

    Wirecard AG is listed on the Frankfurt Securities Exchange (TecDAX, ISIN DE0007472060,
WDI).

    http://www.wirecard.com

    http://www.wirecardbank.com

    http://www.mywirecard.com

   
    Wirecard Media Contact:
    Wirecard AG
    Maren Brandt
    Einsteinring 35
    D-85609 Aschheim / Munich
    Germany
    Ph: +49(0)89-4424-1425
    Fax: +49(0)89-4424-2425
    e-mail: maren.brandt@wirecard.com

    Lekkerland Media Contact:
    Lekkerland AG & Co. KG
    Janine Hoffe
    Europaallee 57
    50226 Frechen
    Ph:  +49(0)2234-1821-184
    Fax:  +49(0)2234-1821-445
    e-mail: janine.hoffe@lekkerland.com

Source: Wirecard AG

Epson Introduces Next Generation 64-Inch Solvent Printer - SureColor S30670

Epson SureColor S30670 Incorporates an Epson MicroPiezo TFP Print Head and New Epson UltraChrome GS2 Ink to Deliver Quality and Value to Indoor and Outdoor Signage Markets

LONG BEACH, Calif., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America today introduced its next generation 64-inch solvent printer - the EPSON® SureColor(TM) S30670. Incorporating Epson's latest technological breakthroughs, the SureColor S30670 is the first ever solvent-based printer to use the EPSON MicroPiezo® TFP® print head, bringing a new level of quality, performance and value to the signage, vehicle graphics and fine art markets.

"Our first generation solvent printer - the EPSON Stylus® Pro GS6000 - has been a game changer in the signage market over the last four years, bringing advanced image quality and an ink technology with less impact on the environment to the industry to open up a new range of applications for solvent printing," said Reed Hecht, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. "The new SureColor S30670 offers advancements in print head and ink technology to deliver higher quality printing, faster and better, at an extreme overall value."

The SureColor S30670 utilizes an entirely new print engine featuring Epson's MicroPiezo TFP print head to deliver droplet sizes as small as 4.2 picoliters and double the nozzle density of Epson's previous solvent printer for extremely fast print speeds. The SureColor S30670 is a four-color solvent printer (CMYK) leveraging new EPSON UltraChrome® GS2 solvent-based ink technology. Developed exclusively by Epson, UltraChrome GS2 includes a newly formulated yellow ink that can produce prints with up to three years of outdoor durability without lamination. In addition, these new inks deliver virtually odorless printing without the need for external dryers, special ventilation or air purification systems, and do not contain Nickel (Ni) compounds, helping to reduce impact on the environment and potential harm to employees.

More About the SureColor S30670

Designed from the ground up, the SureColor S30670 introduces several new convenient features that help automate previously time-consuming processes, such as nozzle checks, media feed adjustments and media tensioning, and complicated print head alignments. Additional features include:

    --  MicroPiezo TFP Print Head: One-inch wide, high performance print head
        with 720 nozzles per color capable of handling four separate ink
        channels; low vibration meniscus control provides highly accurate dot
        shape and placement and ink repelling coating dramatically reduces
        nozzle clogging
    --  Fast Print Speeds: Capable of up to 619 square feet per hour in draft
        mode with a recommended production speed of 205 square feet per hour for
        normal signage production
    --  Take in and Take-Up Reel System: Efficient take-up reel for unattended
        production of large print runs supporting both wind-in or wind-out;
        standard motorized heavy roll support system in the rear will support up
        to a 90 pound roll; optional high-capacity roll support available for
        heavy rolls up to 150 pounds
    --  Roll Media Loading: All new spindle-less design with manual EPSON
        LiftAssist allows for easy loading and unloading of heavy roll media
    --  High-Capacity Ink System: Individual ink cartridges up to 700 ml enable
        users to avoid production downtimes and maximize profitability
    --  Control Panel: New full color LCD panel provides easy access to menu
        items and printer controls
    --  Media Versatility: Given the unique form of solvent ink, EPSON
        UltraChrome GS2 works on virtually all standard coated or uncoated
        solvent media, including adhesive based vinyl and sign banner media;
        also prints on canvas media to produce fine art prints
Pricing, Support and Availability

The EPSON SureColor S30670 will be available in April through authorized Epson Professional Imaging resellers for a list price of $16,995. The EPSON SureColor S30670 offers a standard EPSON Preferred(SM) Limited Warranty, a one-year program that includes toll-free advanced telephone access Monday through Friday and usually next business-day on-site service in the unlikely event of any hardware failure. Epson Preferred( )Plus service plans are available that cover both the hardware and software for up to two additional years. For additional information, visit http://www.proimaging.epson.com.

The new SureColor S30670 will be shown at Graphics of the Americas from March 1-3 in Miami, Fla. (booth #377) and at the International Sign Expo from March 22-24 in Orlando, Fla. (booth #1547).

About Epson

Epson is a global imaging and innovation leader dedicated to exceeding the vision of customers worldwide through its compact, energy-saving, high-precision technologies, with a product line-up ranging from printers and 3LCD projectors for enterprise and the home, to sensors and other microdevices. Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 78,000 employees in 99 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. To learn more about Epson, please visit: http://global.epson.com.

You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (http://facebook.com/EpsonAmerica), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonAmerica and http://twitter.com/EpsonEducation) and YouTube (http://youtube.com/EpsonTV).

Note: EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON UltraChrome, MicroPiezo, and TFP are registered trademarks, EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark, and SureColor is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. EPSON Preferred is a servicemark of Epson America, Inc. All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.

SOURCE  Epson America, Inc.

Epson America, Inc.

CONTACT: Duane Brozek of Epson America, Inc., +1-562-290-5683, Duane_Brozek@ea.epson.com, or Jane Fainer of Walt & Company, +1-408-369-7200, ext. 1052, jfainer@walt.com

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

Trilogy Studios Teams-Up to Bring The Official Despicable Me Storybook to iTunes App Store

New App Engages and Inspires Readers with Interactive Content

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Trilogy Studios is proud to announce the next adventure in their award-winning Touch Tale series of digital storybooks. Developed through a licensing agreement with Universal Partnerships & Licensing, the Despicable Me Storybook is now available on the iTunes App Store for iPad(TM). The storybook is also coming to iPhone®, iPod touch® and Android devices. Based on Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment's 3-D CGI feature, Despicable Me, the storybook tells the story in an interactive fashion with elements that turn the reader into an active participant in unique ways.

The storybook application includes three distinct features, enticing parents and children with an opportunity for learning and exploration. The Interactive Storybook allows users to engage with the adventure in new and humorous ways, while read-a-long narration simultaneously benefits young users in reading comprehension. Dr. Nefario's Blueprints allows users to draw, step-by-step, some of Gru's most despicable ideas and bring them to life. Despicable Sounds provides immediate access to dozens of your favorite movie quotes, encouraging users to see what fun and unique combinations they can create.

"The Despicable Me Storybook is a completely unique experience," said Brady Bell, Creative Director of Trilogy Studios. "We wanted to go far beyond the standard storybook offerings and give fans something truly fresh and fun."

Despicable Me Storybook is the fourth release in the Trilogy Touch series of interactive books, including: Crockett Johnson's classic children's tales Harold and the Purple Crayon and Harold at the North Pole and Penguin Books, Ladybug Girl. Says Bell, "When the best content is paired with partners who are truly committed to pushing the envelope, consumers get innovative experiences. The Despicable Me Storybook app is an example of just that."

About Despicable Me (The Movie)
In a happy suburban neighborhood surrounded by white picket fences with flowering rose bushes, sits a black house with a dead lawn. Unbeknownst to the neighbors, hidden deep beneath this home is a vast secret hideout. Surrounded by an army of tireless, little yellow minions, we discover Gru (Steve Carell), planning the biggest heist in the history of the world. He is going to steal the moon (Yes, the moon!) in Universal's 3-D CGI feature, Despicable Me.

Gru delights in all things wicked. Armed with his arsenal of shrink rays, freeze rays and battle-ready vehicles for land and air, he vanquishes all who stand in his way. Until the day he encounters the immense will of three little orphaned girls who look at him and see something that no one else has ever seen: a potential Dad.

One of the world's greatest super-villains has just met his greatest challenge: three little girls named Margo, Edith and Agnes. http://www.despicable.me

About Trilogy Studios
Trilogy Studios designs, develops and publishes content-rich MMOs, social games and interactive applications using their proprietary cross platform technology, "Firefly." For more information about Trilogy Studios, please visit http://www.trilogystudios.com.

About Universal Partnerships & Licensing
UP&L oversees Universal's consumer product licensing, film and home entertainment promotions, and all corporate alliances for Universal's theatrical, home entertainment, theme parks and stage productions. This dedicated division is also responsible for monetizing the Studio's vast library of films and characters through licensing, branding and marketing opportunities. UP&L is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group and world-renowned theme parks. Comcast Corporation owns a controlling 51% interest in NBCUniversal, with GE holding a 49% stake.

SOURCE  Trilogy Studios

Trilogy Studios

CONTACT: Rick Giolito of Trilogy Studios, +1-818-901-9960, rgiolito@trilogystudios.com

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

Lord Abbett Launches Enhanced Individual Investor Website

- Adds New Firm Gateway with Focus on Easy Access -

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Feb. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Lord, Abbett & Co. LLC ("Lord Abbett"), an independent, privately held investment management firm, announced the launch of a new Individual Investor site featuring streamlined account access and engaging investment resources along with other valuable retirement saving tools and educational content.  In addition, a new "gateway" site makes it easier to access the firm's various service offerings.

The newly redesigned website for individual investors and shareholders (http://www.lordabbett.com/investor) features a number of improvements, including more intuitive navigational access, comprehensive product information, enhanced educational content, engaging video and audio commentary and valuable retirement calculators.  In addition, shareholders can easily access account information with more details, reflecting many of the features in our Dalbar award-winning shareholder statement. 

"The launch of this new Website makes it easier to access the product information, value-added content and resources investors need to improve their financial knowledge while working with their financial advisor to achieve their investment goals," said Mike Weldon, Partner, Director of Retail Marketing. "This continues our focus on providing a quality investment experience for our clients."

The new gateway (http://www.lordabbett.com) provides easy access to in-depth information regarding the firm's history, philosophy and investment approach, as well as career opportunities and community involvement. In addition, the site allows users to select the appropriate Lord Abbett website-individual investor, financial advisor or institutional services-based on their relationship with the firm.

Key features and highlights of the new investor site include:

Streamlined & Mobile Account Access--Better ways for clients to view, manage, and administer their accounts and easy access from their mobile devices to make purchases, exchanges, and redemptions.

Timely & Educational Market Commentary--Content and resources covering an array of investing topics from investing basics to in-depth discussions of current market, economic and retirement trends from Lord Abbett's thought leaders.

Centralized Fund Information--Details about Lord Abbett funds; from performance, portfolio characteristics, and dividend and capital gain distributions; to fees, fund documents, and commentary.

Retirement Planning Features-- An expansive collection of articles focusing on critical retirement topics and the challenges and opportunities individuals face when preparing for retirement, along with answers to frequently asked questions concerning account eligibility, contributions, and distributions.

Tools & Calculators--A wide range of financial planning resources, including savings and income calculators, qualified distribution options, Roth conversion, and legacy planning.

Video & Audio Content--Lord Abbett portfolio managers and thought leaders share their views on a range of topics, including economic trends, investment strategies, and market moves.

The firm re-launched its award-winning financial advisor website in February, 2011, and is currently developing a new website for its institutional clients.

For more information on Lord Abbett, please visit http://www.lordabbett.com.

About Lord Abbett

Lord, Abbett & Co. LLC is an independent, privately held firm with a singular focus on the management of money. As one of the oldest money management firms in the United States, Lord Abbett has consistently provided generations of clients and their financial advisors with a quality investment experience since 1929. Lord Abbett manages approximately $110.4  billion in assets (as of December 31, 2011) across a full range of mutual funds, institutional and separately managed accounts, including $2.9 billion for which Lord Abbett provides investment models to managed account sponsors.

Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Lord Abbett Funds. This and other important information is contained in a fund's summary prospectus and/or prospectus. To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus on any Lord Abbett mutual fund, contact your investment professional or Lord Abbett Distributor LLC at 888-522-2388, or visit us at http://www.lordabbett.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing.

Lord Abbett mutual fund shares are distributed by Lord Abbett Distributor LLC.

Shares of Lord Abbett mutual funds are not deposits or obligations of any bank, are not guaranteed by any bank, and are not insured by the FDIC or any other agency, and involve investment risks, including the possible loss of principal amount invested.

SOURCE  Lord, Abbett & Co. LLC

Lord, Abbett & Co. LLC

CONTACT: Chris Finn, +1-201-827-2270, cfinn@lordabbett.com

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