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Western Governors University Partners With CourseSmart® to Provide Students and Instructors With a Robust Digital Experience

Integrating the World's Largest Digital Library into WGU's Student Portal Improves Efficiency and Access to Education

SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- CourseSmart®, the world's largest provider of eTextbooks and digital course materials, today announced a new relationship with Western Governors University (WGU), in which the university will integrate CourseSmart's digital library into its online student portal, creating a comprehensive, single sign-on, platform where students and instructors can access their eTextbooks anytime, anywhere.

WGU, a fully-accredited non-profit university with more than 26,000 students, began integrating CourseSmart's eTextbooks into its online learning environment in April 2011. Significantly improving their workflow and overall learning experience, students are receiving direct access to the digital titles included in their courses through their existing WGU student portal accounts. Course mentors also have access to digital versions of current textbook offerings.

"We are constantly looking for new ways to improve our learning experience and make education more accessible to students by saving them time and reducing their costs," said Margaret Korosec, manager of learning resources at WGU. "Integrating with CourseSmart allows us to streamline students' access to their eTextbooks at the moment they need it, eliminating the need for students to purchase a hardcopy textbook, and greatly enhancing their ability to be academically successful."

CourseSmart eTextbooks will be accessed online through the company's newest reader platform and linked within the WGU online course of study to individual book chapters. This creates a guided learning environment that increases learning efficiency and also allows students to access features including the ability to annotate, bookmark, highlight, search, copy, paste, share and print within the eTextbook. Furthermore, the reader will offer the same reading experience when users are offline.

"As an entirely Web-based university, WGU has established an innovative model for online education that is not only affordable but widely accessible," said Sean Devine, CEO at CourseSmart. "The WGU integration is an example of CourseSmart's steadfast mission to continue expanding access to cost effective digital course materials. Additionally, we have integrated our 24-hour, 7-day support to address any questions from users, whether it be students, instructors or the institution."

WGU has been recognized as a pioneer in the effort to make higher education more accessible and cost effective, winning the McGraw Prize in Education in 2010 and the Ralph E. Gomory Award for Quality Online Education by the Sloan Consortium, an association of organizations engaged in online learning.

About WGU

Western Governors University (WGU) is a private, nonprofit, American online university with more than 26,000 students across all 50 states. WGU is a competency-based university, and offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, teacher education, information technology, and health professions (including nursing). The University is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). WGU was founded in 1997 by a bi-partisan group of 19 governors of states in the western United States. Its mission was to improve quality and expand accessto post-secondary educational opportunities. More information is available at http://www.wgu.edu.

About CourseSmart®

As the world's largest provider of digital course materials, CourseSmart® connects education publishers to consumers by providing an efficient distribution platform for their best-selling content in digital form. Founded in 2007, the San Mateo, Calif.-based company provides services to four business segments: Online direct retail for students; Indirect distribution of course materials to students through bookstores; Online instructor textbook evaluation services; and Institutional solutions for instructors and students that are integrated within campus technology ecosystems. CourseSmart improves the educational process and experience by offering all users anywhere, any-time access to the course content they need, including those with vision- and print-related disabilities. With more than 90% of the same core titles offered by major print publishers, the company's eTextbooks can be purchased for up to 60% less than the cost of new print textbooks. For more information about CourseSmart, visit the company's Web site at http://www.coursesmart.com.

© 2011 CourseSmart, LLC. All rights reserved. CourseSmart®  is a registered trademark of CourseSmart, LLC. All other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Media Contact:
Gabrielle Zucker
Kwittken & Company
(646) 747-7143
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SOURCE  CourseSmart

CourseSmart

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

Barchart Partners With Modulus on a New Social Media Market Analysis Tool

Wall Street Birds provides stock market analysis based on social media inputs

CHICAGO, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Barchart.com, Inc., a leading provider of market data and information, has announced a data feed relationship with Wall Street Birds, a new and unique service provided by Modulus Informatics, Inc. that allows investors to use social media for stock, futures and forex trading.  Modulus Informatics, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, launched WallStreetBirds.com several weeks ago as a free service allowing average investors to make investment decisions based on the analysis of social media data.  Researchers from Indiana University and the University of Manchester recently published findings that social media can have up to an 86.7% accuracy rate at predicting the market.

"Barchart has been anxiously waiting for the release of Wall Street Birds and we are excited to participate in the growth of this interesting stock picking tool," said Eero Pikat President of Barchart.com, Inc. "Wall Street Birds' unique ability to use social media for picking stocks provides yet another perspective on the markets and Barchart is excited to be able to supply the service with real-time financial market data," said Pikat.

Wall Street Birds analyzes thousands of social media messages every second, compiling data that you can use for research, system development and real-time stock, futures and forex signal creation.  Wall Street Birds utilizes a proprietary set of algorithms to instantly evaluate and generate trading signals based on the sentiment of investors using social media tools.  Since the launch in August, Wall Street Birds has served several million page views.  Later this year, Modulus plans to release a real-time professional software version of Wall Street Birds for use with Barchart data.

"Barchart has provided streaming, real-time BATS market data to our Wall Street Birds Amazon-based cloud servers with 100% uptime. Our service would not have been as successful without Barchart," said Richard Gardner, founder of Wall Street Birds and CEO of parent company, Modulus Informatics, Inc.  "Wall Street Birds is a free service that anyone can use. Simply go to the site, register, type in a company name and instantly receive stock signals based on social media analysis. Users are made completely unaware of the mathematical and technical complexities behind the scenes, which was our goal," added Gardner.

Visit http://www.wallstreetbirds.com to sign up for a free account.

About Barchart

With a heritage dating back to 1934, Barchart.com, Inc. has substantial experience in meeting the information needs of the financial, media, agriculture and energy industries. As a full-service provider of equity, index, mutual fund, futures and foreign exchange market data, Barchart provides a wide range of market data products and solutions for customers ranging from institutional to retail. As an established leader in an industry that demands accuracy and innovation, Barchart's goal is to form partnerships that deliver comprehensive solutions for success. For more information, please visit http://www.barchartinc.com.

About Wall Street Birds

Wall Street Birds is the creation of Modulus Informatics, Inc., based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Modulus Informatics is a sister company to Modulus Financial Engineering, Inc., founded in 1997. Modulus has provided advanced financial technology products and services to thousands of professional traders, brokerages, trading firms and renowned educational, governmental and non-profit institutions in over 94 countries. Actual clients include JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, HSBC, NASDAQ, Rutgers and Cornell Universities, Sungard, Microsoft and others. For information about Modulus Financial Engineering visit http://www.modulusfe.com.

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CONTACT: Mark Haraburda, Managing Director of Barchart.com, Inc., +1-312-506-8705, haraburda@barchart.com

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

Gigamon® Unveils New G-SECURE-0216 Inline Traffic Distribution Switch for 10G Networks

New system enables more intelligent traffic distribution to help increase network performance and reduce operational risks

NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Gigamon®, the world leader in Traffic Visibility Networking solutions, today announced the release of the G-SECURE-0216 Inline Traffic Distribution Switch; the newest addition to the company's industry leading G-SECURE product family. The G-SECURE-0216 enables intelligent distribution and management of traffic within Enterprise DMZs - an area that exists between the public internet and the private, secure enterprise network - helping ensure reliable and secure environments as the volume of information continues to grow. Today's announcement was made at Interop New York 2011 that is underway at the Javits Convention Center in New York City.

"Internet traffic continues to grow at an alarming rate with the ongoing proliferation of mobile devices resulting in significant increases in the amount of digital content. As more companies deploy 10 Gigabit networks to keep pace with this trend, a more efficient and secure way of filtering the information flowing through corporate networks is required," said Patrick Riley, Senior Product Manager at Gigamon. "The G-SECURE-0216 addresses this need by delivering powerful distribution logic and intelligence capabilities that ensure Internet traffic is effectively distributed to help protect against outages and increase performance."

Today, most 1Gb inline devices struggle to keep-up with increased data volume and rising network speed.  Many security tools need to be connected inline on production networks to realize their full value, forcing all traffic to flow from the network segment through the tool and then back onto the production network. This introduces various operational risks and challenges including the impact of a failure of the inline device and potential performance degradation.

The G-SECURE-0216 is able to receive traffic at up to 10 Gb and intelligently distributes it to different 1 Gb security tools (up to 8 in parallel), such as IPS, firewall, DPI devices, NACs or Web Filters. Integration of both session-based and application-based intelligence allows security teams to distribute traffic loads based upon IP or MAC addresses, as well as by application port number.  By seamlessly connecting network security tools inline on production networks, the G-SECURE-0216 helps networks operate at maximum potential, while reducing operational risks and challenges, eliminating potential performance problems and protecting against device failure.

The G-SECURE-0216 also offers bypass protection which helps ensure that network connectivity is maintained in the event of a security device failure or power outage. Bypass protection tool redundancy also reduces change-order processes and maintenance window requirements, allowing traffic to continuously flow through the network to other inline security and monitoring devices. 

The G-SECURE-0216 is available to customers immediately in both single-mode and multimode fiber configurations. For more information about the G-SECURE-0216, please visit the Gigamon website at http://www.gigamon.com, or call (408) 263-2022.

About Gigamon

Gigamon® provides intelligent Traffic Visibility Networking solutions for enterprises, data centers and service providers around the globe. Our technology empowers infrastructure architects, managers and operators with unmatched visibility into the traffic traversing both physical and virtual networks without affecting the performance or stability of the production environment. Through patented technologies, the Gigamon GigaVUE® portfolio of high availability and high density products intelligently delivers the appropriate network traffic to security, monitoring or management systems. With over seven years' experience designing and building intelligent traffic visibility products in the US, Gigamon serves the vertical market leaders of the Fortune 1000 and has an install base spanning 40 countries. For more information visit http://www.gigamon.com

SOURCE  Gigamon

Gigamon

CONTACT: Jim Berkman, +1-408-263-2022, jim.berkman@gigamon.com

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

Pandora One Gift Cards Now Available for the First Time

- Just in Time for Holiday Season, it is Now Easier than Ever to Give the Gift of Personalized Radio -

- Pandora One® Gifts are a One-Year Subscription to the Premium Version of Pandora internet radio -

OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pandora (NYSE: P), the leading personalized radio service announced today that Pandora One gift cards are available for purchase at all 1,762 Target stores nationwide and Target.com, marking the first time the Pandora One subscription is available for purchase in a retail outlet.  The presence of Pandora gift cards is a result of a partnership with InComm,the world's leading prepaid product and transaction services company.

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Hitting store racks just in time for holiday shopping, the Pandora One gift card makes it easy and affordable for anyone to give the gift of personalized music and comedy.  Each gift card retails for $36 and is redeemable for a one-year subscription to a Pandora One account from Pandora®, internet radio, which includes:

    --  No Advertising - Personalized radio completely free of any advertising.
    --  High Quality Audio* - Better sounding music with 192K bits per second
        audio.
    --  Easy Desktop Access - Pandora stations play right from the computer
        desktop, without opening a new browser window, through the Pandora One
        desktop application.
    --  Enhanced Customization Options* - Subscribers have the option of
        surrounding the Pandora tuner with a customized theme that makes the
        look of Pandora as personalized as the music.

*Currently only available on the desktop version of Pandora.

Said Tim Westergren, Pandora founder and chief strategy officer, "Target is an ideal partner for our first major retail launch because of their national reach. With the Pandora One gift card available exclusively at Target, this holiday season, gift-givers have yet another easy way to share the joy of personalized radio with friends and family."

Pandora One gift cards make a thoughtful, affordable gift or stocking stuffer for family members, friends, co-workers and anyone who would enjoy having access to a truly personalized radio experience. Pandora is available everywhere via Internet-connected devices: computers, smartphones, tablets, connected TVs, Blu-ray players and speaker systems; more than 400 connected consumer devices stream Pandora. A single Pandora One gift card can be used to create up to 100 personalized radio stations that can be accessed through an unlimited number of connected devices.

"We're excited to work with Pandora to bring consumers a convenient and easy way to get premium access to one of the most popular personalized music services on the market," said Brian Parlotto, SVP of gift card and digital content, InComm. "We're always looking to bring innovative products to market that help InComm push the prepaid market forward."

About Pandora

Pandora® (NYSE: P) gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through connected devices. (OK, we've added comedy as well so we're also up for playing some jokes you'll love.) Personalized stations launch instantly with the input of a single "seed" - a favorite artist, song or genre. The Music Genome Project®, a deeply detailed hand-built musical taxonomy, powers the personalization of Pandora® internet radio by using musicological "DNA" and constant listener feedback to craft personalized stations from a growing collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings. Tens of millions of people in the U.S. turn on Pandora to hear music they love. http://www.pandora.com

About InComm

InComm is the industry leading marketer, distributor and technology innovator of stored-value gift and prepaid products using its state-of-the-art point-of-sale transaction technology and payment solutions to revolutionize retail product sales and customer experiences. With nearly $13 billion in retail sales transactions processed in 2010, InComm is the nation's largest provider of gift cards, prepaid wireless products, reloadable debit cards, digital music downloads, content, games, software and bill payment solutions. InComm partners with consumer brand leaders around the world to provide more than 225,000 retail locations the products and services their customers demand. Since 1992, InComm's patented technologies have made the buying process easier for consumers, while streamlining the selling process for product and retail partners. InComm is headquartered in Atlanta with offices in Australia/New Zealand, Brazil, Canada, Japan, Mexico, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, Oregon, Texas and Utah. To learn more about InComm, visit http://www.incomm.com or call (800) 352-3084.

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Pandora

CONTACT: Amanda Conti, +1-510-423-3976, aconti@pandora.com, or Deborah Roth, Vice President, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, +1-510-842-7928, press@pandora.com, both of Pandora; or Jenn Boutwell of InComm, +1-770-882-2240, jboutwell@incomm.com; or Sarah Arvizo of Wonacott Communications for InComm, +1-310-477-2871, ext. 675, sarvizo@wonacottpr.com

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

LightSquared and CareConnect to Mobilize Seniors

Seniors living in adult communities across the USA will soon have greater access to information, care and entertainment on the go.

RESTON, Va. and LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- LightSquared, a wholesale carrier building a nationwide wireless broadband network that will create consumer choice and drive industry innovation, and CareConnect(TM), the flagship brand of ESCO Technologies, LLC, and America's #1 communications solution for the senior housing industry, have signed a wholesale agreement that will enable CareConnect to deliver high-speed mobile data services to its customers.

The senior population in the United States is growing dramatically and is very active, mobile and increasingly technology-savvy. CareConnect is addressing these trends by providing next-generation services and products, including emergency response systems, telephone systems, fixed high-speed Internet access and satellite television services to senior housing facilities throughout the country.

Operating on LightSquared's nationwide network, CareConnect will be able to deploy the most advanced wireless services available. Residents in CareConnect-supported communities will be able to access and manage their daily schedules, receive community updates, access the Web, video chat with family and friends and run other applications while using the latest mobile devices. 

"The senior population in the U.S. is growing, and their need for advanced communications, information and entertainment is also growing," said Jerry Grove, president of ESCO Technologies/CareConnect. "By partnering with LightSquared, we gain access to a great network that enables us to quickly and cost-effectively deploy new mobile services on the latest devices." 

"We selected LightSquared because of its world-class 4G LTE network, open interfaces, wholesale-only model, and attractive economics," added Chris Lutts, vice- president, networks and operations at ESCO Technologies.  "LightSquared is a critical component of our mobile broadband strategy."

"This is a great example of LightSquared positively impacting a rapidly growing demographic of the U.S. population," said Sanjiv Ahuja, chairman and chief executive officer of LightSquared. "LightSquared's wholesale-only business model, which delivers wireless connectivity at extremely competitive rates with no retail competition with our wholesale partners, will enable CareConnect to extend their state-of-the-art telecommunications services to a more active senior citizen community. We're proud to work with one of the most respected companies serving this market."

About LightSquared

LightSquared's mission is to revolutionize the U.S. wireless industry. With the creation of the first-ever, wholesale-only nationwide 4G-LTE network integrated with satellite coverage, LightSquared offers people the speed, value and reliability of universal connectivity, wherever they are in the United States. As a wholesale-only operator, LightSquared will deploy an open 4G wireless broadband network to be used by existing and new service providers to sell their own devices, applications and services - at a competitive cost and without retail competition from LightSquared. The deployment and operation of LightSquared's network represent more than $14 billion of private investment over the next eight years. For more information about LightSquared, please go to http://www.LightSquared.com, http://www.facebook.com/LightSquared and http://www.twitter.com/LightSquared.

About CareConnect

CareConnect(TM) by ESCO Technologies, LLCis the leading communications solution for Senior Living Communities across America. At no capital cost to a community, CareConnect(TM) will install and maintain its state-of-the-art communications equipment and network to support Nurse/Emergency Call, Telephone, Internet, and TV services. CareConnect saves Senior Housing Community clients the enormous expense of updating their communications infrastructure while, simultaneously, providing their staff and residents with better services at a lower monthly rate than they are currently paying. For more information visit: http://www.careconnectbyesco.com

    CONTACT:      Josh Lefkowitz
                  Burson-Marsteller for LightSquared
                  Tel: (212) 614-5012
                  joshua.lefkowitz@bm.com

    CONTACT:      Chuck Reid
                  CareConnect by ESCO Technologies, LLC
                  Tel: (513) 674-8999
                  chuck.reid@careconnectbyesco.com

Forward Looking Statement

This release contains forward-looking statements and information regarding LightSquared and its business. Such statements are based on the current expectations and certain assumptions of LightSquared'smanagement and are, therefore, subject to certain risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements expressed herein relate only to information as of the date of this release. LightSquared has no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release, nor is there any assurance that the plans or strategies discussed in this release will not change.

SOURCE  LightSquared

LightSquared

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

New Energy Systems Group Introduced 3 New Consumer Products at Macworld Asia 2011

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- New Energy Systems Group (NYSE Amex: NEWN) ("New Energy" or the "Company"), a vertically-integrated original design manufacturer and distributor of consumer branded backup power systems, lithium ion batteries, battery parts and solar panels today announced that three new Anytone® consumer mobile products are now available for purchase.  The Company introduced these products at Macworld Asia, held in Beijing from September 22nd to 25th.

New Energy unveiled its latest breakthrough innovations in mobile batteries at Macworld Asia 2011: Anytone® Pandora Power Case, Anytone® Smart Cover Power I, and Anytone®'s  APC-M700 were featured during the three day event in Beijing.

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Anytone's Pandora Power Case is a carrying case, protective cover and battery charger for Apple's iPad2 integrated into one simple device. The stylish leather case, which comes in black, white and pink colors, protects both the touchscreen and backside of an iPad2. The Pandora Power Case also acts as a backup battery pack that charges the iPad2's battery without the need to be plugged into a power source. Consumers can purchase the Pandora Power Case for a suggested retail price of RMB $399 (USD$62.50). 

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Anytone's Smart Cover Power I is a light weight, elegant backup battery pack that can be used to recharge a variety of Apple's mobile devices: iPad, iPad2, iPhones, and iPods. The Smart Cover Power I, which is an additional accessory for Apple's Smart Cover, can stick on Apple's Smart Cover without obstructing its original function through its magnetic ability. The product is available for sale at select retail locations for a suggested retail price of RMB $399(USD$62.50).

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The Company's APC-M700 is a powerful, universal mobile backup battery charger that can be used to recharge Apple's iPad 2 and iPad, Samsung's Galaxy Tab P1000, P1010, P7510 and P7310, HP's Touchpad, Motorola's XOOM 1 and XOOM 2, and other tablet PCs. Unlike other universal mobile battery chargers that are only compatible with devices from one vendor, APC-M700 works perfectly with tablet PCs produced by most of the vendors in the market. The APC-M700 will be available for sale at selected retail locations throughout China in the middle of October.

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Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of New Energy Systems Group Jack Yu explained, "Macworld Asia was a productive show for our Company. We received extremely positive feedback from prospective customers about our new products, particularly the Anytone® Pandora Power Case. We expect to receive orders shortly as our customers begin to order inventory for the upcoming holiday selling season."

About New Energy Systems Group

New Energy Systems Group is a vertically integrated original design manufacturer and distributor of lithium ion batteries and backup power systems for leading manufacturers of mobile phones, laptops, digital cameras, MP3s and a variety of other portable electronics. The Company's end-user consumer products are sold under the Anytone® brand in China while it's commercial and OEM batteries and battery components are sold under New Power and E'Jenie. The fast pace of new mobile device introductions in China combined with a growing middle class make it fertile ground for New Energy's end-user consumer products, as well as its high powered, light weight lithium ion batteries. In addition to historically strong organic growth, New Energy is expected to benefit from economies of scale, broader distribution and higher profit margins in 2011. Additional information about the company is available at: http://www.newenergysystemsgroup.com.

Forward Looking Statements

This release contains certain "forward-looking statements" relating to the business of the Company and its subsidiary and affiliated companies. These forward looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects" or similar expressions. Such forward looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to be materially different from those described herein as anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the Company's periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website (http://www.sec.gov). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or to persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors other than as required under the securities laws. The Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.

For more information, please contact:

COMPANY
New Energy Systems Group
Ken Lin, VP of Investor Relations
Tel:   +1-917-573-0302
Email: ken@newenergysystemsgroup.com
Web: http://www.newenergysystemsgroup.com

INVESTOR RELATIONS
MZ-HCI
John Mattio, SVP
Tel: US +1-212-301-7130
Email: john.mattio@hcinternational.net
Web: http://www.mz-hci.com

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BNY Mellon Shareowner Services Launches Mobile Proxy Voting Service

New offering allows issuer clients to extend proxy voting to smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- BNY Mellon Shareowner Services today announced the launch of its Mobile Proxy Voting service, which allows client companies to extend electronic proxy voting to smartphones, tablets, and other Web-connected mobile devices.

Debuting on October 1, Mobile Proxy Voting is the first in a series of products being launched as part of Shareowner Services' overall mobile proxy strategy.  Additional mobile services will be added later this year addressing Securities and Exchange Commission Notice & Access hosting requirements for public companies, with shareowners being able to access and review annual reports, proxy statements and other shareholder communications on their mobile devices.   

BNY Mellon Shareowner Services managed more than 600 annual meetings on behalf of corporate issuers during the most recent annual meeting season, and processed more than one million shareowner votes.  Approximately a third of these votes were cast electronically, setting the stage for voting via mobile devices as the next logical step in the evolution of proxy voting.

"Giving investors the option of using their mobile device makes proxy voting more convenient, and thereby increases and facilitates shareholder participation," said Kevin Brennan, managing director and head of sales, marketing and communications for Shareowner Services. "The prospect of providing this enhanced shareowner-friendly experience at no additional cost is sure to attract widespread interest on the part of our issuer clients." 

BNY Mellon Shareowner Services is a leading provider of equity solutions for nearly 1,000 corporate issuers and closed-end funds and administers employee stock plans.  BNY Mellon Shareowner Services offers a broad suite of products and services ranging from transfer agency and corporate actions to demutualization processing, dividend reinvestment plan administration, meeting services and employee plan administration.  More information about BNY Mellon Shareowner Services is available at http://www.bnymellon.com/shareownerservices. 

BNY Mellon is a global financial services company focused on helping clients manage and service their financial assets, operating in 36 countries and serving more than 100 markets.  BNY Mellon is a leading provider of financial services for institutions, corporations and high-net-worth individuals, offering superior investment management and investment services through a worldwide client-focused team.  It has $26.3 trillion in assets under custody and administration and $1.3 trillion in assets under management, services $11.8 trillion in outstanding debt and processes global payments averaging $1.7 trillion per day.  BNY Mellon is the corporate brand of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE: BK).  Additional information is available at http://www.bnymellon.com and through Twitter @bnymellon.

SOURCE  BNY Mellon

BNY Mellon

CONTACT: Ron Sommer, +1-412-236-0082, ron.sommer@bnymellon.com

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

HEX Expands nano Watch Line With Colorful Polycarbonate "Icon" Band

OXNARD, Calif., Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh off yesterday's news confirming the iPod nano® form factor is staying as-is, HEX, a division of fashion house August Accessories and trailblazer in fashionable tech accessories, revealed today its new line of Icon watch bands. Created in a vibrant range of custom polycarbonate, the HEX Icon watch band is the perfect accessory when combined with the iPod nano. The HEX Icon utilizes the clock feature on the iPod nano creating a fashionable and functional watch, featuring integrated buttons and easy access to the iPod nano's 30-pin connector for compatibility with other accessories.

The Icon line offers consumers a chic and stylish accessory with easy-access to iPod nano's Multi-Touch screen. Wrapped to the wrist with the adjustable polycarbonate link bracelet and locked on with the push button stainless steel clasp, the matte finish Icon line comes in five colors including blue, green, purple, white and black and have a ceramic-like texture.

Icon watch bands are now available for $39.95 through ShopHex.com and the Apple Store with select colors expected in Apple retail stores in the coming weeks.

For more information on the brand, visit the website, follow on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ShopHex or on Twitter @shophex.

About HEX:

Founded in 2010, HEX is a division of August Accessories, a 21-year old company known for its design, development and execution of innovative products. HEX connects technology with style by pairing new gadgets with unique and fashionable solutions. Using high quality materials and the latest style trends, HEX provides accessories to meet its customers' demand for tech-compatible products that are equal parts form and function. More information on HEX can be found on ShopHex.com, Facebook and Twitter.

SOURCE  HEX

HEX

CONTACT: Formula PR, +1-619-234-0345, Hex@formulapr.com

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

Security First International Holdings Inc. (Pink Sheets: SCFR) World Wide Texas Holdem to Get a New Look

World Wide Texas Holdem New Development is Under Way With Implementation Of Its New Concept

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Security First International Holdings Inc., (SCFR.PK) WWTH is undergoing new development and application changes. The new sweepstakes based gaming will allow members opportunities to win Gold Chips. These Gold Chips will be redeemable in an online store at WWTH much in the same way Club WPT has implemented this concept. Club WWTH will allow the accumulation of Gold Chips as awards for tournament winners and these Chips can be redeemed for merchandise of your choice or used to buy into tournaments that will award Free Seats at WSOP future tournaments. New features will include tournaments, chances for free trips to Las Vegas or Atlantic City.

WWTH software will have to go through editing and the website will need reworking to fit this new potential model. SCFR feels that online poker in a private only club membership based platform can add substantial income to the company as it develops the other projects in our company at this time.

You can view Club WWTH and sign up now to be prepared for our launch once we have completed the necessary changes here at  http://worldwidetexasholdem.com/

With the interruption of our software development to legal concerns we are now faced with an unknown time frame to get our potential platform up and running for investors and poker club members. WWTH has purchased a Texas Holdem Software that we are trying to get implemented now while our software is in development to aid in building up our client base. The purchased software is a fully functional Texas Holdem Version and it will store all member data and accomplishments that will allow WWTH to transfer directly to the new software under construction. WWTH intends to award more Free Seats in WPT and WSOP poker tournaments than any poker site online today.

About Security First International Holdings Inc.

Security First International Holdings Inc. is a world wide investing, developing, creating, and  marketing company of new technology primarily seeking out new product ideas and new products for consumer consumption, aiding private companies in development and production of products for manufacturing and distribution. Security First International will target acquiring private companies as subsidiaries whom have either enhanced existing product modifications and/or new product development. Securities First International Holdings Inc. will also seek out potential merging entities with focus on new product design, development and marketing nationally as well as international markets as of June 15, 2011.

Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995:

This release contains forward-looking information. Statements that are not descriptions of historical facts are forward-looking statements provided under the "safe harbor" protection of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are made to enable a better understanding of the business, but because these forward-looking statements are subject to many risks, uncertainties, future developments and changes over time, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Examples of forward-looking statements are statements about anticipated financial or operating results, financial projections, business prospects, future product performance and other matters that are not historical facts. Such statements often include words such as "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "estimates" or similar expressions.

These forward-looking statements are based on the information that was currently available to management, and the expectations and assumptions that were deemed reasonable at the time the statements were made. Management does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements in this report or in any other communications, except as required by law, and all such forward-looking statements should be read as of the time the statements were made, and with the recognition that these forward-looking statements may not be complete or accurate at a later date.

For more information, visit Security First International Holdings Inc. at http://www.securityfirstinternationalholdings.com/.

Contact SCFR - 1-405-225-8580

SOURCE  Security First International Holdings Inc.

Security First International Holdings Inc.

Web Site: http://worldwidetexasholdem.com

The GraniteDS Enterprise Platform Shows Rapid Adoption in Enterprise RIA Projects for Flex / Java

PARIS, October 5, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    GraniteDS, since its launch in 2007 as an open source Flex / Java
middleware, has become known for its rich feature set, reliability and the
resulting low cost of ownership in enterprise Rich Internet Application
(RIA) projects. As a result of the launch of the GraniteDS Enterprise
Platform ( http://www.granitedataservices.com) in July 2011, an
increasing number of organizations and end-users have adopted the
GraniteDS's Enterprise Platform to leverage its automatic code generation
tools, robust client framework, real-time messaging modules, native
integration with mobile platforms such as Android and iOS and built-in
clustering and SSL.

    Thousands of developers across the globe have adopted the open source
project GraniteDS ( http://www.graniteds.org) to realise hundreds of
innovative enterprise RIA projects. Says Pierre Queinnec, CTO of one of
France's leading IT consulting companies Zenika: "We have successfully
deployed GraniteDS for several years in some of our largest Flex / Java
projects and we expect to see increasing adoption of the Enterprise Platform
among our lead clients in the future."

    In contrast to existing commercial Flex / Java middleware, organizations
relying on GraniteDS are able to achieve significantly improved cost of
ownership. The GraniteDS Enterprise Platform offers a large number of
services that help accelerate and secure application deployment and
maintenance, such as support, consulting, and a 5 year version maintenance
with included updates. Through its strategic partnership with Red Hat, the
GraniteDS Enterprise Platform is available in pre-configured bundles of the
GraniteDS Enterprise Platform with Red Hat's JBoss Enterprise Application
Platform (JEAP).

    Granite Data Services S.A.S., with offices in Europe and the USA, offers
full support, consulting and training for the GraniteDS Enterprise Platform
throughout the entire application livecycle. To receive more information
about GraniteDS and the available subscription bundles, please visit
http://www.granitedataservices.com or contact Sales:
sales@granitedataservices.com / +33(0)1-83-64-73-23 (France) /
+1(646)535-5048 (USA).

Source: Granite Data Services S.A.S

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Silverpop Acquires Location-Based Marketing Platform PlacePunch

Addition of PlacePunch Brings Check-In Centered Offerings to Silverpop's Social Connect Strategy

ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Silverpop(TM), the only provider of a scalable, integrated email marketing and marketing automation platform, today announced its acquisition of Atlanta-based PlacePunch, a location-based marketing platform. The acquisition brings a new dimension to Silverpop's Social Connect strategy, designed to help marketers drive revenue by being where their customers are, all the time.

With hundreds of thousands of users signing up for Foursquare every week and Facebook now incorporating a location option into nearly everything a user does, having a location-based marketing strategy can not only increase customer loyalty and brand affinity but can also extend the reach of marketing messages. PlacePunch makes it easy to engage customers via location check-ins incorporated into multi-channel campaigns. Its suite of marketing programs instantly works across all major location-based social networks such as Facebook, Foursquare and Twitter and includes the following components:

    --  Rewards Programs that deliver special incentives to customers who
        check-in to a particular location
    --  Check-in Contests that drive customer visits, brand engagement and
        social-media buzz
    --  Location-Based Offers designed to increase traffic to specific locations
        by automatically sending offers to nearby customers
    --  Check-In Messaging that drives email opt-ins, promotes new products or
        simply thanks customers for visiting a store, trade show booth or even
        virtual location
    --  Reporting and Analytics to evaluate and enhance location-based campaigns

"Today, marketers must listen carefully to their customers and deliver the most relevant content at the moment they want it most," said Bill Nussey, president and CEO of Silverpop. "Our acquisition of PlacePunch, a true pioneer in the location-based marketing space, provides a remarkably powerful opportunity for our customers to market to people who have clearly indicated an interest in their company and a desire to purchase its products or services. This is an incredibly important insight and I am looking forward to seeing our customers benefit from making it part of their campaigns."

PlacePunch, founded by Chris Glace and Adam Steinberg, is the latest addition to Silverpop's Social Connect collection of products and features.  Social Connect also includes Share-to-Social, giving marketers the ability to quickly turn emails into socially-enabled viral messages and Social Sign-In, which allows site visitors to register for online offers by signing in with their existing social network accounts.  Silverpop was the first in its industry to offer these features.  In April, Silverpop also provided its customers with location-based marketing capabilities via a Foursquare "To-Do Button" option.  Through this functionality, marketers create personalized, location-based marketing messages that recipients can easily add to their Foursquare account-delivering incredibly relevant offers at the time of check-in.

"We are excited to join forces with Silverpop to help marketers stay one step ahead of their customers by being where they are, literally," said Adam Steinberg, co-founder and CEO of PlacePunch.  "The fact that Silverpop was a fellow Atlanta-based start-up just 11 years ago, also brings an additional level of excitement to this new opportunity. By combining PlacePunch's location-based marketing features with Silverpop's marketing automation platform, we can truly enable marketers to reach customers at exactly the right time and location."

While the exact terms of the deal will not be disclosed, Steinberg will be joining Silverpop as Segment Marketing Director for Social Media and Glace will serve as a Product Innovation Architect after successfully integrating PlacePunch into Silverpop Engage.

About Silverpop

Silverpop is the only marketing technology provider that offers a powerful marketing automation solution built atop a scalable email marketing platform. The company has more than a decade of experience empowering marketers to deliver highly relevant communications that efficiently drive revenue while also building brand loyalty. Companies rely on the Silverpop Engage platform to create and manage sophisticated multichannel marketing campaigns that nurture customer and prospect relationships from interest to conversion and beyond. Silverpop's industry-leading thought capital, strategic counsel and customer service, combined with an extensive ecosystem of world class partners, allow its customers to quickly and cost-effectively automate even the most complex campaigns--improving marketing results and increasing ROI. With a presence in the United States, Europe and Australia, Silverpop is trusted by leading brands around the globe. Visit us at silverpop.com.

About PlacePunch

PlacePunch makes it easy for marketers to run location-based marketing programs across Foursquare, Facebook and Twitter.  Companies rely on PlacePunch to easily integrate location-based check-ins into loyalty programs, sweepstakes and messaging programs, helping them to reach customers when it's most relevant, increase customer visits and drive social media awareness.  PlacePunch is headquartered in Atlanta. For more information, visit placepunch.com.

Media Contact:Stacy KirkManager of Corporate Communications-Silverpopskirk@silverpop.com770-661-0633

SOURCE  Silverpop

Silverpop

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

Philips Shows New York What LED Lighting Can Do for the Home

NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

              First Philips Lighting brought LED light bulbs to your home,
              and now they are bringing it to the New York City area with
              the Philips LED Light Experience, a fun, educational and
              free interactive mobile exhibit. The Philips LED Light
              Experience will provide hands-on exhibits for visitors to
              explore what LED light can do for their homes and see
    WHAT:     firsthand where science meets style - with light bulbs.

              Consumers can learn how LED bulbs are made, what makes them
              so different, as well as getting great tips on how to make
              their house brighter and "greener," with energy-saving,
              long-lasting white-light AmbientLED bulbs from Philips.
              They can also learn designer tips on how to use long-
              lasting AmbientLEDs to give the home a "lightover". One
              lucky fan could win the Philips Home Lightover Sweepstakes
              - a one-day consultation from a professional home designer
              plus $5,000 in cash towards the purchase of Philips
              AmbientLEDs for their own home 'lightover' by registering
              at http://www.ledlightover.com!

              Consumers are eager to learn for themselves the benefits of
              LED lighting technology and the Philips LED Light
              Experience shows them firsthand the comparison - side-by-
              side - of the quality of the new, energy-efficient LEDs
              vs. standard incandescent bulbs. The interactive mobile
              exhibit provides an inside glimpse into the inner workings
              of the industry-changing Philips AmbientLED A19 bulb,
              which consumes just 12.5 watts - or 80 percent less energy
              - than the standard 60-watt incandescent bulbs they were
              designed to replace. The new Philips AmbientLED A19 will
              also last 25,000 hours, or 25 times longer than the
    WHY:      standard incandescent.

              This fall, the interactive mobile exhibit will make 24 tour
              stops in 10 U.S. cities at retailers, trade shows,
              festivals and other events. For a complete listing of dates
              and locations, visit http://apps.facebook.com/
              LEDRoadshow.

    WHEN/
    WHERE:   Wednesday, October 5, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
             The Home Depot Bridgewater - Route 28
             400 Promenade Blvd.
             Bridgewater, NJ 08807

             Thursday, October 6, from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.
             The Home Depot Manhattan West
             40 West 23rd St.
             New York City, NY 10010

             Friday, October 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
             The Home Depot Manhattan - 59th Street Store
             980 3rd Ave
             New York City, NY 10022

             Saturday, October 8, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
             The Home Depot Syosset
             111 Jericho Turnpike
             Syosset, NY 11791

    CONTACT: Silvie Casanova
             Senior Manager, Lighting Communications,
             Philips Electronics North America
             Ph: 781-418-7928
             Email: silvie.casanova@philips.com

             Julia McConnell
             OneVoice
             Ph: 214-259-3429
             Email: julia.mcconnell@ketchum.com

SOURCE  Royal Philips Electronics

Royal Philips Electronics

Verizon and Duke University Join Forces to Develop Transformative Health Information Technology Initiatives

NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon and Duke University will jointly develop health information technology initiatives to drive better care, expanded access and lower costs.

Under a strategic agreement announced Wednesday (Oct. 5), Verizon Connected Healthcare Solutions, the company's health care practice group, and Duke will combine technical resources and personnel to focus on projects that leverage the inherent value of advanced communications technologies.  Among the initial potential projects are mobile health applications and consumer health care education.

Verizon will provide the computing infrastructure to perform analytical processing and modeling, as well as implementation and operational staffing and resources required for technical development.  Duke University will provide personnel including students, research and project management experts, and educational program development staff, as well as intellectual property and other research required for use in program-sponsored initiatives.

"The ties between academia and technology companies run long and deep, and this collaboration underscores Verizon's commitment to enabling the transformation of U.S. health care delivery through the common-sense application of health IT," said Dr. Peter Tippett, vice president of Verizon Connected Healthcare Solutions.  "Leveraging Duke's renowned research capabilities will help Verizon's technical staff identify and deploy technologies that are needed to advance U.S. health care in a sustainable manner."

The multiyear agreement will tap the collective strengths of both organizations and address the following areas:

    --  Technical Collaboration - Identification and assessment of health
        care-related technologies and solutions for technical and commercial
        viability, including conception, strategy, development and testing.
    --  Business Collaboration - A formal internship program under which Duke
        University students will be assigned to positions within Verizon and
        work with teams on the development and implementation of strategic
        business initiatives.
    --  Scientific Advisory Board - Staffed with senior representatives from
        both organizations, this group will review the progress of initiatives
        and offer input and guidance to meet program goals.

"This strategic agreement with Verizon offers great promise to serve as an agent of positive change in the U.S. health care delivery market," said Kevin Schulman, director - health sector management program, Duke University.  "By tapping into Verizon's leading technology resources and applying Duke's research expertise, both organizations will be able to closely collaborate to explore how we can collectively unleash the powerful potential of health information technology."

(NOTE:  On Oct. 12, Verizon will participate in the third annual Duke University Medical Innovation and Strategies Conference, focused on consumer health care and wireless technologies, in Durham, N.C.  Verizon's Peter Tippett will deliver a keynote address at 8:30 a.m. EDT titled "How Are We Reaching Consumers in Health Care?"  At 2 p.m., Nancy Green, a managing principal with Verizon's health care practice, will participate in a panel titled "Health IT and the Consumer.")

Verizon Connected Healthcare Solutions, the company's health care practice group, offers a comprehensive portfolio of managed, IT and consulting services for the health care industry.

Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for enterprises and government agencies. Verizon delivers integrated IT and communications solutions via its high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based "everything-as-a-service" delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-class solutions within the reach of every business. Find out more at http://www.verizonbusiness.com.

About Duke University Health Sector Management Program

The Duke MBA Health Sector Management (HSM) program at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business is the oldest and largest health management concentration among top U.S. business schools.  HSM leverages Duke's long-standing leadership in education, research and clinical care by layering the interdisciplinary study of the global health sector with Fuqua's world-class business management curriculum.  The nearly 400 MBA students who enroll in HSM's full-time and executive programs every year work closely with faculty and industry leaders to identify answers to health care's most fundamental issues and advance the business of health care.  For more information, visit http://www.dukembahealth.com.

About Verizon

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 more than 106 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, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of nearly 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com.

VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news.  To receive news releases by email, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

SOURCE  Verizon

Verizon

CONTACT: Kevin W. Irland, +1-703-886-1117, kevin.w.irland@verizon.com

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

Case-Mate® Launches Accessories for the Just-Announced iPhone 4S

Offering Colorful and Protective Cases for the Highly-Anticipated Smartphone

ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Case-Mate®, known for its innovative accessories that protect, style and enhance mobile technology, is ready to dress the latest Apple® smartphone to hit stores: the long-awaited iPhone 4S. Customers can choose from seven Case-Mate favorites to shield their new devices. Featuring eye-catching colors and design-forward textures, these coveted iPhone 4S cases provide fashionable functionality.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110112/NY28848LOGO )

"Case-Mate continues to offer innovative and practical accessories for all of the newly launched mobile devices," said Erik Attkisson, Chief Marketing Officer at Case-Mate. "By updating our popular cases for the iPhone 4S, we can ensure that our customers dress their device with protection and personal style while keeping up with the latest technology."

The following iPhone 4S accessories are now available from Case-Mate:

    --  Gelli, $19.99: A striking houndstooth pattern and translucent colors
        highlight cutting-edge technology. The Gelli is a visually dazzling case
        that is sure to impress. Available in pink, clear and grey.
    --  Vroom, $14.99: Start your engines; this accessory won't easily tire out.
        Created with an on-the-go lifestyle in mind, the Vroom with tire-tread
        pattern drives to keep your iPhone 4S protected. Available in black.
    --  Pop!, $29.99: Using an innovative co-molding technique, the Pop!
        seamlessly combines a plastic shell with a soft rubber grip. Decked out
        with a pop modern, two-toned color combination, this case makes a
        statement. Available in black, pink, purple, red, light blue, and white.
    --  Tough, $34.99: The Tough case is the epitome of slim protection. A form
        fitting silicone wrap resists shock, while a hard shell protects against
        impact. Available in black/black and pink/black.
    --  Brushed Aluminum, $40: This sleek case features genuine brushed aluminum
        for sophisticated minimalism perfect for office or evening on the town.
        Available in black and silver.
    --  Barely There, $24.99: Case-Mate's bestselling case proves less is really
        more. Now available in a range of on-trend colors, the Barely There
        combines style with function for the ultimate thin, snap-on case.
        Available in white, pink, amethyst, ruby, teal, military green, royal
        blue, and black.
    --  Emerge, $24.99: The semi flexible case features a matte finish with a
        two-dimensional glossy pattern that emerges along the back of the case.
        Available in black and pink.

All of these iPhone 4S cases are available for purchase at http://www.case-mate.com.

About Case-Mate

Case-Mate is the leader in design of fashion-forward accessories for mobile technology and tablets. Since 2006, the company has helped consumers express their individual style with products that protect, adorn and enhance their mobile devices. Working with top designers from around the world and using cutting-edge materials, Case-Mate's team of technology and design aficionados have created an extensive repertoire of mobile and tablet cases right for any style and every occasion. For more information, visit http://www.case-mate.com.

Follow us on Twitter @CaseMate and Like us on Facebook Facebook.com/CaseMate.

SOURCE  Case-Mate

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110112/NY28848LOGO
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Case-Mate

CONTACT: Lauren Montero, Case-Mate, +1-770-888-9965 x147, lauren.montero@case-mate.com; or Jourdann Lubliner, Case-Mate, +1-212-221-1713, jlubliner@kaplowpr.com

Web Site: http://www.case-mate.com

GoldenSource's Ahmad to Discuss the Evolving Landscape of Data Management in APAC

LONDON and NEW YORK, October 5, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Nassar Ahmad, Director of Client Operations for Asia Pacific,
GoldenSource Corporation [http://www.thegoldensource.com ], a leading
provider of enterprise data management solutions
[http://www.thegoldensource.com/company/edm ], will be taking part in two
panel discussions at Reference Data Management In Asia Pacific
[http://www.marcusevans.com/marcusevans-conferences-event-details.asp?EventID185&SectorID=2 ]
, in Singapore on Thursday, October 6 and Friday, 7
October. The event is taking place at Grand Copthorne, Waterfront Hotel,
Singapore
[http://www.millenniumhotels.com.sg/grandcopthornewaterfront/index.html ].

    Nassar said, "In Asia Pacific, we're finding that reference data
management is an emerging discipline and with the increased global
regulatory pressures, Asian banks are coming to realise the value of putting
a data governance strategy in place."

    During the first day at 11.40am, Nassar will join participants from
Credit Suisse and Bank of Japan to discuss the evolving landscape of
reference data management in Asia Pacific. He and his fellow panel members
will examine developments in global regulation and its impact on reference
data and the region in particular.

    The second day, Nassar will be explore the most appropriate and
cost-effective technology platforms for managing reference data. He will
elaborate on how data regulation is a key driver for reference data
technology investments and establish that firms are making targeted
investments for the right solutions.

    Nassar joined GoldenSource in 2001 as a Pre-Sales Consultant before
becoming Director of Client Operations, Asia Pacific in 2010. He holds a
degree in Economics from the London School of Economics and Political
Science at University of London.

    Nassar will be available for briefings after both sessions and during
the evening reception on Thursday, October 6. To speak with Nassar of for
further details, please contact Sam Keefe on +44(0)20-3100-3650 or at
metiagoldensource@metia.com

Source: GoldenSource

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CalypsoCase, the First Community-Supported Luxury iPhone 4S Accessory

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia, October 5, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Two hundred early adopters, from around the world, helped bring to life
an entirely new luxury product.

    The European company CalypsoCrystal [http://www.calypsocrystal.com ]
chose the CKIE crowd-funding design platform to engage with early adopters.
The goal was simple: creating a stunningly stylish iPhone case.

    CalypsoCase is a luxury protective phone case, handcrafted from silver,
titanium and premium Italian leather.

    Founder Matej Kurent explains: "Luxury is no longer the domain of big
brands. Inspiration and innovation can happen anywhere and can be supported
by fashion aficionados from around the world. We've got supporters from the
US to Australia, and as far away as Albania. It's really impressive!"

    Lovers of luxury immediately began to contribute to the project. In less
than a month, more than 200 supporters contributed $70 or more each to
provide seed capital. Soon after, CalypsoCrystal began rolling out the
amazing CalypsoCase.

    CalypsoCase is precision handcrafted to fit the brand new iPhone 4S as
well as iPhone 4 and other selected smart phone models.

    "We are bringing together the precision of European craftsmanship with
exceptional design," said Mr. Kurent. "We are guided by our ambition to
create exceptional products from premium materials. Materials for each
CalypsoCase are precisely laser cut and assembled by experienced craftsmen.
Each piece of silver on CalypsoCase is hand polished. No compromises. Ever."

    CalypsoCrystal is a perfect example showing that that new luxury brands
can be established by using new approaches. The tech savvy and highly
responsive audience of aspirational buyers already account for a third of
all luxury spending.

    These consumers are looking for a different type of engagement. With a
crowd-funded approach, CalypsoCrystal offered just that. Early adopters are
not just ordinary buyers. They are a vital part of its success story.

    The CalypsoCase is available at http://www.calypsocrystal.com and at
selected retailers worldwide for $119/EUR99.

    CalypsoCase comes in four different styles: Zurich Night (deep black
with red interior), Cannes after Cannes (structured beige leather and hand
polished silver ring), Marrakesh Spring (stunning orange and precisely cut
silver) and Glowing Iceland (deep laser purple with shiny silver ring).

    About CalypsoCrystal:

    CalypsoCrystal designs and produces luxury handmade accessories for
mobile devices. It is known for CrystalDock, a luxury dock for the iPhone
and iPod made of pure and perfect crystal glass. CalypsoCrystal is based in
Ljubljana, Europe.

    For additional information contact:

    Ales Ruter, press@calypsocrystal.com, Tel +38616203490

    Press images:

    http://wtrns.fr/YDgcwmeRiQ-2OB

Source: CalypsoCrystal

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Epson Announces Four Bright and Powerful Short Throw Projectors and New Interactive Module for K-12 Classrooms

Epson PowerLite 420, 425W, 430 and 435W and BrightLink Solo 3 Offer Affordable and Advanced Technology for Creative Teaching

LONG BEACH, Calif., Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide(1), today introduced the Epson® PowerLite® 420, 425W, 430, and 435W, four bright and affordable short throw projectors, and BrightLink Solo 3, a new optional interactive module that makes any flat projection surface interactive at an affordable price ($499*). Starting at $949*, the new projectors are designed for the K-12 classroom and deliver rich and comprehensive connectivity, premium image quality and flexibility in both their installation and compatibility with BrightLink Solo 3.

"Not every classroom's needs are the same, so schools require flexible projector solutions that can be installed in multiple ways and offer a range of connectivity features and future proofing options, while still being affordable," said Sara Kim, associate product manager, Epson America. "The PowerLite 420, 425W, 430, and 435W short throw projectors can be paired with Epson's short throw wall mount or a universal ceiling mount, which can both be used with BrightLink Solo 3 when interactivity is required, for a cost effective solution for teachers wishing to reduce shadow interference and glare, while projecting large lessons with the finest details."

The PowerLite 420 ($949*), 425W ($1,049*), 430 ($1,049*), and 435W ($1,149*) are ideal projector solutions for teachers in need of a wall or ceiling mounted short throw projector or to place on the front of a table to use with their standard dry erase or interactive whiteboard. The PowerLite 430 and 435W deliver 3,000 lumens color and white light output(2) and the PowerLite 420 and 425W deliver 2,500 lumens color and white light output. The PowerLite 420 and 430 offer XGA resolution and can project 4:3 content up to 106-inches diagonal, while the PowerLite 425W and 435W deliver WXGA resolution for widescreen content and can project a 16:10 image up to 113-inches diagonal.

All four models offer comprehensive connectivity features ideal for current and future classroom configurations, including HDMI digital connectivity to the latest devices for high-quality video and digital audio. They also offer RJ-45 network connectivity to allow teachers to present lessons with both audio and video over the Local Area Network (LAN). Network connectivity also allows IT managers to monitor and control networked projectors remotely which helps save costs, as well as broadcast messages such as school procedures or events to all projectors on the network. The projectors also offer 3-in-1 USB Plug 'n Play, for instantly projecting video with audio, while also allowing control of the presentation via remote control, from a PC or Mac® computer via a single USB connection.

The PowerLite 420, 425W, 430, and 435W are ideal solutions for schools needing a projector that can accommodate a range of set-up configurations. The optional wall mount features a convenient and flexible installation, with vertical and horizontal adjustments for easy image alignment.

Teachers can also incorporate interactivity into their lessons with the optional BrightLink Solo 3, allowing schools to outfit more classrooms with interactivity at a fraction of the price of an interactive whiteboard. The BrightLink Solo 3 easily connects to the projector mounting plate included with the optional Epson short throw wall mount, or sold separately for use with the universal ceiling mount, and transforms virtually any flat wall or whiteboard into a large interactive learning area.

More about the PowerLite 420, 425W, 430 and 435W

The PowerLite 420, 425W, 430, and 435W provide several convenient and advanced features to improve setup and operation in the classroom, including:

    --  Increased Communication: Powerful internal 16-watt speaker fills the
        classroom with sound and saves on equipment costs; built-in closed
        captioning decoder makes presentations accessible to viewers with
        hearing impairments at no added cost and helps meet ADA section 508
        compliance; a convenient microphone input is also included for voice
        amplification through the projector's built-in speakers
    --  Higher Lamp Life: Using Epson's exclusive E-TORL lamp technology, the
        lamp life can last up to 6,000 hours(3) in economy mode, helping to
        maximize presentation time
    --  Expanded Connectivity: PC-Free slideshows offers convenient connectivity
        with USB memory devices for easily viewing and sharing pictures without
        a computer; projectors can also be directly connected to the Epson DC-06
        document camera for added versatility; audio out and monitor out ports
        help classrooms connect to external speakers and monitors; wireless
        functionality is available via an optional wireless module
    --  Setup Flexibility: +/- 15 degree horizontal and vertical keystone
        correction provides easy and convenient setup in virtually any classroom
        setting, allowing the projector to be placed on a table that may not be
        centered with the screen and still get a standard formatted image; Quick
        Corner® allows the four corners of an image to be moved independently
        for a perfectly rectangular image
    --  Built-in Teaching Aids: Pre-designed line and graph pattern templates
        with the option of customizable images aid in instruction, saving
        valuable class time by eliminating the need for teachers to draw lines
        and grids on the board
    --  Convenient Control: Direct Power On and Off allows for an installed
        projector to be powered on and off with a flip of a wall switch; Instant
        On/Off® enables presenters to avoid delays when starting and finishing
        presentations and be up and running in only seven seconds; A/V Mute
        instantly turns off the sound and images to create a quick pause in the
        presentation, conserving lamp life and energy and helping to save costs
    --  High Density Filter: This filter covers eight times the surface area of
        previous generation filters for even more protection against dust;
        includes an extended recommended filter cleaning schedule of up to 5,000
        hours(4)
    --  3LCD Technology: Features the latest 3LCD, 3-chip technology to deliver
        amazing, true-to-life color and detail for powerful presentations; 3LCD
        technology provides an energy-efficient light engine which efficiently
        uses available lamp light to create stunning images; in contrast to
        1-chip DLP technology, 3LCD requires, on average, 25 percent less
        electricity per lumen of brightness(5)

Epson also offers the Brighter Futures® program, a unique sales and support initiative available specifically for schools. Designed to help educators select and implement the best products for their classrooms while making the most of their budgets, Brighter Futures offers special pricing, extended Epson limited warranty coverage for three years, dedicated education account managers, and toll-free technical support for all Epson projectors.

Availability and Support

The Epson PowerLite 420, 425W, 430, and 435W will be available in late November 2011 and BrightLink Solo 3 will be available in early December 2011 through national resellers, pro audio/visual dealers, mail order, and distribution. Epson's PowerLite projectors come with a two-year limited warranty (three years for Brighter Futures customers) that includes two elite technical support services - Epson PrivateLine® phone support with direct access to an expedited support telephone line via a phone card included with the product, and a Road Service projector replacement program that includes projector exchange in one business day with paid shipping. The BrightLink Solo 3 also comes with a two-year limited warranty (three years for Brighter Futures customers) with product exchange in two business days. For additional information, visit http://www.epson.com/projectors.

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 wide lineup ranging from printers and 3LCD projectors for business and the home, to electronic and crystal devices. Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises nearly 75,000 employees in 100 countries around the world. Epson is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. Epson America, Inc. based in Long Beach, Calif. is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: http://www.Epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/EpsonAmerica), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonAmerica and http://twitter.com/EpsonEducation) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/EpsonTV).

* Estimated street price. Actual prices may vary.

(1) Based upon Q1 2011 worldwide front projection market share estimates from Pacific Media Associates.

(2) White and color light output will vary depending on mode selected. White light output measured using ISO 21118 standard.

(3) Lamp life will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions and usage. Lamp Brightness decreases over time.

(4) Recommendation based on normal room conditions. Cleaning intervals or requirements may vary depending on use, environment and other conditions.

(5) Data source: ProjectorCentral.com Jan. 2011. Average of 1,038 shipping models for which the manufacturers provided lumens and total power data, all resolutions and brightness levels. Energy efficiency was measured as wattage per lumen. It was measured for both 3LCD and 1-chip projectors in each of five brightness segments. 3LCD projectors averaged less required electricity per lumen in each of the five segments.

Note: Epson, E-TORL and Instant Off are registered trademarks and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. PowerLite, Brighter Futures and PrivateLine are registered trademarks and BrightLink is a trademark 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.

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Epson

CONTACT: Duane Brozek of Epson America, Inc., +1-562-290-5683, Duane_Brozek@ea.epson.com; or Kati Elliott of KEH Communications, +1-410-975-9638, kati@kehcomm.com, for Epson America, Inc.

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

D-Link Announces ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless N300 Router Offering Broadband Customers Enhanced Speed and Connectivity Options

New IPv6-Ready Modem Allows Home and Small Business Users to Easily Upgrade Existing Broadband Connections with a High-Performance Wireless N Device

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Link today announced its ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless N300 Router (DSL-2740B), providing ADSL subscribers the ability to upgrade their existing Wireless G device to a high-performance integrated modem and Wireless N router. Featuring 802.11n wireless technology for increased range and speeds of up to 300 Mbps, the DSL-2740B significantly outperforms previous-generation 802.11g wireless devices, allowing consumers to enjoy streaming multimedia content and VoIP calls over a fast, high-quality wireless connection.

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"Many current ADSL subscribers suffer from a slow and restricting broadband connection due to their old Wireless G devices," says Eli Gavra, general manager and vice president, Service Providers Business Unit, D-Link North America. "With the new DSL-2740B, users can increase the speed and range of wireless bandwidth in their homes by upgrading their existing broadband connection to a Wireless N device. This upgrade is not only ideal for households that utilize an increased number of wireless devices, but it's also a seamless way for existing customers to easily update their wireless network without any assistance from their Internet Service Provider."

The DSL-2740B is backward compatible with existing 802.11b and 802.11g devices, to ensure compatibility with a wide range of wireless devices. The IPv6-ready DSL-2740B offers several speed and security enhancements to its predecessor IPv4, including Quality of Service (QoS) support, prioritizing high bandwidth activities for seamless streaming, gaming and Internet calling. With IPv6 support, the DSL-2740B enables consumers to future-proof their home networks for the next-generation of the Internet, ensuring connectivity with new wireless devices for years to come.

Designed for use with any Internet Service Provider (ISP), the DSL-2740B also features TR-069 Management support - customizable to individual service provider management needs. In addition, for added security support, the DSL-2740B features Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and hacker attach logging, inspecting the contents of incoming packets before they are given access and protecting a network against Denial of Service (DoS attacks).

Additional features of the DSL-2740B ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless N300 Router include:

    --  IEEE 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b compliant
    --  Internet transmission of up to 24 Mbps downstream, 3.5Mbps upstream
    --  WPA(TM)/WPA2(TM) and WEP data encryption methods for flexible user
        access security
    --  Four fast Ethernet ports to connect Ethernet-enabled PCs, print servers
        and other devices
    --  IPv6 support enabling consumers to future-proof home and small business
        networks to ensure connectivity with new wireless devices for years to
        come

Availability and Pricing

The ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless N300 Router is now available for a retail price of $79.99 throughout D-Link's North America network of e-tail and retail outlets, and at the company's online store (http://www.dlinkshop.com).

About D-Link

Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2011, D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management.  For more information visit http://www.dlink.com, http://www.dlink.ca or connect with D-Link on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/dlink).

D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries. All other third-party marks mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright © 2011. D-Link. All Rights Reserved.

Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range.  Wireless range and speed rates are D-Link RELATIVE performance measurements based on the wireless range and speed rates of a standard Wireless G product from D-Link. Maximum throughput based on D-Link's 802.11n devices.

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CONTACT: Denise Keddy, D-Link Systems, Inc., +1-714-885-6318, denise.keddy@dlink.com; or Sara Lee, Walt & Company, +1-408-369-7200, ext. 2980, slee@walt.com

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

CTIA-The Wireless Association® Files Challenge to San Francisco's "Cell Phone Right-to-Know" Ordinance

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, CTIA-The Wireless Association® asked a federal court to block the enforcement of San Francisco's "Cell Phone Right-to-Know" ordinance. CTIA's challenge argues that the Ordinance is barred under the First Amendment and conflicts with federal law governing the safety of wireless devices. 

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As CTIA explains in its motion, the Ordinance requires retailers to distribute misleading statements and graphics that send the false message that cell phones approved by the FCC are not safe.   In fact, the FCC limits radiofrequency emissions from cell phones to ensure that phones sold in the U.S. emit RF energy far below levels shown in scientific testing to have any adverse health effects.  The FCC's standard includes a wide margin of safety for all users.  Last year the FDA categorically concluded that there is "No Evidence Linking Cell Phone Use to Risk of Brain Tumors," and earlier this year the Chairman of the FCC, Julius Genachowski, said that he was "confident that [the FCC's] standards are protecting the health of people."

CTIA-The Wireless Association Vice President of Public Affairs John Walls released the following statement:

"The materials the City would require be posted and handed out at retail stores are both alarmist and false.  The FCC and FDA have repeatedly found that cell phone use does not pose a danger to human health.  The Ordinance recommends such things as turning the phone off when not in use, a suggestion that would render critical emergency communications unavailable to San Francisco residents."

BACKGROUND

In July 2010, CTIA filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California challenging an earlier version of the Ordinance that would have required retailers to post misleading information about the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) values for each cell phone they sold.  In response to the lawsuit, the City amended the Ordinance to eliminate the SAR disclosure requirement.  But the City's second version of the law is even worse than its first.  The new Ordinance directly challenges the FCC's determination that wireless handsets are safe by mandating that retailers tell consumers that there are "potential health effects" from FCC-compliant cell phones and that they should use their phones less and keep them turned off.  It also requires that retailers post and distribute alarmist graphics and misleading statements that send a clear message that the RF energy emitted from these phones is dangerous and should be avoided. 

CTIA seeks a preliminary injunction from the Court because the City has set the compliance date for later this month.  The City's warning materials create the false impression that the FCC's standards are insufficient, suggest that phones are dangerous, and urge consumers to limit their use and turn them off when not in use.  The materials also suggest, without any credible scientific basis, that children are at special risk.  If the millions of wireless subscribers in the Bay Area heed the City's misguided warning to avoid cell phones, use them less, and turn them off when not in use, it will limit the value and convenience cell phones provide andimpact public safety by limiting access to 911 and emergency alerts that can save lives in emergencies. 

COURT FILED DOCUMENTS:

    --  Amended Complaint -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_1_54_Second_Amended_Complaint.pdf
    --  Exhibits -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_2_54-1_Exhs_to_Second_Amended_Complaint.p
        df
    --  Motion - http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_3_60_Motion_for_Prelim_Inj.pdf
    --  Exhibits -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/fiLE_4_60-1_Ex_A-E_to_Prelim_Inj_Motion.pdf
    --  Stewart Decl - http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_5_59_D_Stewart_decl.pdf
    --  Stewart Exhibits & App A -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_6_58-2_Stewart_Ex_1_and_App_A.pdf
    --  Stewart App B-E -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_7_58-3_Stewart_Appx_B_-_E.pdf
    --  Petersen Decl -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_8_Petersen_Decl._and_Report_with_Exhibits
        .pdf
    --  D'Ambrosio Decl and Exhs -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_9_D_Ambrosio_Decl_and_Exhs.PDF
    --  Fitterer Decl and Exhs -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_10_56_Fitterer_decl.pdf
    --  Springer Decl and Exhs -
        http://files.ctia.org/pdf/FILE_11_57_Springer_decl.pdf

CTIA-The Wireless Association® (http://www.ctia.org) is an international organization representing the wireless communications industry. Membership in the association includes wireless carriers and their suppliers, as well as providers and manufacturers of wireless data services and products. CTIA advocates on behalf of its members at all levels of government. The association also coordinates the industry's voluntary best practices and initiatives, and sponsors the industry's leading wireless tradeshows. CTIA was founded in 1984 and is based in Washington, D.C.

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CONTACT: Amy Storey, +1-202-736-3207

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

Aurora Introduces Advisor: A New Level of Collaboration to Funeral Industry

Aurora's Advisor Transforms Customer Service, Management Processes for Funeral Homes

AURORA, Ind., Oct. 4, 2011/PRNewswire/ -- Aurora Casket Company announces the launch of the first comprehensive customer service system for funeral homes.  The new Advisor transforms the way funeral directors interact with the families they serve by creating a more collaborative and informative planning experience.

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"Aurora's Advisor gives our firm a new way to reach out to families in the planning process," said John McQueen, CFSP, president and owner of Anderson-McQueen Funeral Home in St. Petersburg, Fla. "We can now provide each family we serve with a private website so they can learn more about their choices even before they meet with our staff.  I also like the fact that Advisor is all-encompassing, that it simplifies all of the products and services we offer and covers everything from management to marketing. I was also impressed by the system's speed and accuracy in comparison to competing funeral service technology."

In planning, arrangement and even aftercare, Advisor offers shared communication and management tools that enable funeral directors to more proactively provide information that helps families make decisions faster and with greater ease. With Advisor, families can access a password-protected website where they can review service options and send notices to family members before they meet with their funeral home. This helps prepare families to make informed, collaborative decisions in the arrangement meeting with funeral professionals.

"Since the launch of Family Advisor twelve years ago, both the technology and the challenges faced by funeral directors have greatly evolved. Aurora continues to lead in addressing these challenges," Aurora vice president Chris Barrott says. "The new Advisor represents a tremendous leap forward for our entire profession."

Families can browse high-resolution images of caskets, urns, vaults, flowers - everything the funeral home has to offer. Advisor provides funeral professionals instant access to critical business information - everything from scheduling to case information and sales analysis. Funeral home staff can access Advisor from any Internet-enabled device, including tablets and smartphones.

About Aurora

Founded in 1890, Aurora is the largest family-owned funeral service supplier. Aurora caskets are proudly made in the United States and Canada, with headquarters based in Aurora, Indiana. For more information about Aurora products and services, visit http://www.auroracasket.com.

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Aurora Casket Company

CONTACT: Beth Parker, +1-859-291-4302, Beth@TheEisenAgency.com; Facebook @ Aurora Casket

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

SiSTeR Technologies Opens Their Enhanced Publisher Platform to Dealers and Third Party Service Providers

The Publisher delivers ROI beyond the dealer's website.

DALLAS, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- SiSTeR Technologies, a provider of applications and hosted services for the automated creation and management of multimedia marketing, today announced the release of their new application - the Publisher - as part of their 4DF video player that is currently published on over 5,000 auto dealers websites, major third party leads providers, Facebook and direct link from YouTube to the Video Showcase (vSHOC) on the dealer's website.

The Publisher allows auto dealers to add third party provider apps to the top section of the player instantly. When the user clicks on these embedded apps the video pauses and the app launches immediately. Typical uses are lead forms, credit applications, trade-in evaluations, chat based communication platforms etc.

The Publisher is provided free of charge to all auto dealers, partners and application providers of SiSTeR Technologies. Once the dealer selects the vendors' app and provides his dealer ID or dedicated URL for that vendor, the app is published instantly on the authorized sites. Secure access to Publisher is available directly from the 4DF player.

"We already deliver more than 3 million views every month," says Israel Alpert, founder and CEO of SiSTeR Technologies. "Over two thirds of those views are beyond the dealer's website since our 4DF player is integrated into every major lead provider's site, Facebook and directly accessed from YouTube.  Including the 4DF app has the potential of increasing the ROI for the dealers by a factor of 5-8 times - all of that with no additional cost and in just seconds."

The Publisher backend system controls the display of the apps on every unique destination based on the business rules of both the destination site and the app provider. This unique three way  triangulation control provides the foundation for the development of an independent in-video advertisement business, backed by in-depth reporting and performance matrixes that will be released in the near future.

"Just a few years ago we were a tiny company, barely surviving the crash of 2008 and driven by pure desire to innovate, excel and partner.  Those are the same key attributes that enable our dominant position in the marketplace today," says Mr. Alpert. "Innovation is the key to survival of the American dream. Since we know, firsthand, how difficult it is for small companies and startups to obtain initial engagement we decided to open Publisher, free of charge to all. With Publisher, a pilot program can be launched almost instantly, on any targeted site to produce measurable results. Opening our Publisher platform to the public is our way of expressing gratitude for our success and supporting innovation."

Some of the 3rd party apps that are currently available are:

    --  Black Book - SiSTeR's 4DF Publisher is compatible with the Black Book
        Activator Trade in and Credit Estimator lead generating services
    --  AutoTrader Trade-in Marketplace (TIM) - Available for subscribing
        dealers. Contact your ATC rep for details.
    --  PureCars - The Value Reports answer the top concerns of used car
        shoppers. The product can be found on subscribing dealers' websites, in
        the showroom and now on the 4DF player as well.
    --  Active Engage - launches a dealership branded chat window at key
        marketing opportunities as the customer shops the dealership website
        looking for a new or pre-owned vehicle

About SiSTeR Technologies:

SiSTeR Technologies, based in Dallas, TX is the premier provider of automated video production, distribution and vSEO for auto retailers, manufacturers, and industry partners.  SiSTeR provides its clients with cutting edge video marketing solutions that integrate easily into existing online and mobile platforms including third party sites, YouTube, Google and Facebook.

SiSTeR developed the Pic2Vid process that creates video using still images and TrueVoice(TM) technology several years ago and has been licensing it to many resellers and business partners since 2005.  Recently, SiSTeR was awarded a US patent that covers the automated production of video files from still images, text and pre-recorded audio eliminating the need for laborious manual process.

Call 972-855-3500 or visit http://www.sister.tvIsrael Alpert, oalpert@sister.tv

SOURCE  SiSTeR Technologies

SiSTeR Technologies

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

Parking Providers "Get on the Map" With ParkEdge(TM) by Streetline

New Web-Based Parking Information Platform Empowers Parking Facilities to Self-Publish Real-Time Availability, Offer Reservations, and Run Promotions via Market-Leading Smartphone App, Parker(TM)

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Streetline, Inc. (http://www.streetline.com) today announced the introduction of ParkEdge(TM), an easy-to-use, web-based parking information platform that empowers parking providers around the globe to self-publish real-time parking availability, capture reservations, and run promotions via Parker(TM), the market-leading consumer parking guidance app for smart phones, compatible tablets and in-car navigation systems. With ParkEdge, parking garage owners, cities, universities, airports, shopping centers, and other parking providers can easily reach motorists in real-time via mobile devices and online with the click of a mouse.

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Parking providers can get started today by going to http://www.parkedge.com. Today's announcement was made at the National Parking Association 60th Annual Convention and Exposition being held October 3-6 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nev.

"ParkEdge provides an entirely new way to reach motorists, maximize occupancy, and enhance facility operations," said Zia Yusuf, president and CEO of Streetline. "This solution does more than simply capture basic location and rate information. ParkEdge puts operators in control to manage and self-publish their rate and policy details, post real-time occupancy, offer reservations, and push special offers directly to motorists online and via the Parker app - within minutes."

"The launch of ParkEdge by Streetline today continues the exciting evolution of smart parking," said Mark Schulz, a Founding Partner of Fontinalis Partners and the former President of International Operations for Ford Motor Company. "The ParkEdge parking management platform enables parking providers to manage their parking assets end-to-end and engage directly with consumers through Streetline's Parker consumer application - this is a win-win for all."

Streetline's integrated parking management platform now covers both sensor enabled on-street parking and private off-street parking. This combined capability will provide parking providers and consumers with an extraordinary ability to create and share value.

ParkEdge - A Parking Information Platform

With the introduction of ParkEdge, garage owners now have a tool to proactively publish and control the information that is shared with motorists. In crowd-sourced approaches, the information presented to consumers about a particular parking facility may or may not be accurate - and some guesswork is often left up to the motorist. With ParkEdge, the garage owner or operator can control their own information and what is presented about their facility and when. ParkEdge empowers the facility owner to reach out to the right consumer, at the right place, at the right time. And, with the Parker app, motorists can know that the parking data they're receiving is reliable so they can find the best parking solution based on dynamic parameters such as price, availability, location, amenities, and more. Motorists can download the free Parker app onto their iPhone by visiting the iTunes Store.

ParkEdge empowers parking providers to:

    --  Self-publish and update facility, rate and policy information including
        early bird rates, payment methods, monthly parking, amenities and
        special services, or availability of electric vehicle charging stations
        or oversize spaces.
    --  Push real-time occupancy updates to motorists within minutes.
    --  Create and manage advertising campaigns and special promotions, and post
        to Parker using easy-to-use templates. Promotions can be pre-scheduled
        or launched immediately and can be purchased in individual day or week
        increments.
    --  Offer and manage advance reservations.

For reservation-taking garages and lots, ParkEdge helps fill open parking spots through an easy-to-use online and mobile reservation service. This system not only streamlines the reservation and the parking inventory management process, but also allows parking operators to a build robust patron database for loyal customer recognition and targeted e-mail marketing.

For parking providers that rely less heavily on reservations as a part of their day-to-day business, ParkEdge also provides the ability to offer online reservations on an ad hoc basis (e.g., for special events, preferred guests and/or corporate clients).

ParkEdge supports multiple users and enables an owner or operator to create sub-accounts for managers and other key personnel. These sub-accounts are set up with restricted access to pre-determined pages and input fields.

Parking providers can get started by going to http://www.streetline.com/parkedge for more information or http://www.parkedge.com to register and immediately start posting facility information. ParkEdge Basic is available free and can be accessed through any Internet-enabled computer, smartphone or tablet. Once registered, parking providers can also access and update their ParkEdge profile and facility information via mobile phone at http://www.myparkedge.com.

Attendees at the National Parking Association 60th Annual Convention and Exposition being held October 3-6 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nev. can visit Streetline at Booth #422.

About Streetline, Inc. 

Streetline's mission is to make smart cities a reality through the use of sensor-enabled mobile and web applications. We bring together all aspects of parking management technology in one integrated system - from street-level sensors to mobile apps, analytics, and parking management software. As the leading global provider of real-time parking solutions for cities, airports, universities, private garages, and motorists, Streetline has recorded more than 40 million parking sessions.

Streetline is a privately held company headquartered in Foster City, Calif. The company was recently named one of Fast Company's 10 Most Innovative Companies in Transportation, as well as IBM Global Entrepreneur of the Year.

For more information visit: http://www.streetline.com

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Streetline, Inc.

CONTACT: Annika Jensen of Streetline Inc., +1-415-516-3530, annika@sparkpr.com

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

CTIA-The Wireless Association® Statement on the Proposed Bill by U.S. Senators Blumenthal, Whitehouse and Franken

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In response to the bill proposed by U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal, Al Franken and Sheldon Whitehouse that would attempt to overturn a 2011 U.S. Supreme Court decision that said binding arbitration clauses in mobile service contracts was lawful, CTIA-The Wireless Association® Vice President of Government Affairs Jot Carpenter issued the following statement:

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"The proposed legislation is a misguided effort to overturn a well-reasoned U.S. Supreme Court decision. If the sponsors really want to help consumers, they should spend less time on stimulating the market for trial lawyers and more time working to free additional spectrum that can be used to deliver world-class wireless broadband service to American consumers."

CTIA-The Wireless Association® (http://www.ctia.org) is an international organization representing the wireless communications industry. Membership in the association includes wireless carriers and their suppliers, as well as providers and manufacturers of wireless data services and products. CTIA advocates on behalf of its members at all levels of government. The association also coordinates the industry's voluntary best practices and initiatives, and sponsors the industry's leading wireless tradeshows. CTIA was founded in 1984 and is based in Washington, D.C.

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CONTACT: Amy Storey, +1-202-736-3207

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

Cox Provides Safer Internet Experience with Enhanced Security, Parental Controls, Online Backup

Robust Features Free for All Cox High Speed Internet Customers

ATLANTA, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Communications has launched several new Internet service features to help customers protect and store information and keep their families safer online. The comprehensive set of tools is free for all Cox High Speed Internet subscribers and includes Cox Security Suite Plus Powered By McAfee®, McAfee Family Protection and Cox Secure Online Backup.

"In addition to award-winning speed and service, Cox offers robust features that provide exceptional value and convenience and help ensure a positive and safe online experience," said Philip Nutsugah, vice president of voice and data product management and development.

The new features are available in all Cox markets and are automatically included with Cox High Speed Internet Service. Customers can activate each feature and establish custom settings via Cox's dedicated site or from the Internet Tools portal.

Cox Security Suite Plus Powered By McAfee®provides anti-virus, anti-spam, anti-spyware, anti-phishing, email and instant message protection and SiteAdvisor® Plus Web site rating on up to five PCs or Macs.

McAfee Family Protectionallows parents to shield children of all ages from exposure to inappropriate content, social networking risks, strangers and other online threats.  The software can also be used to manage the amount of time children spend online and to filter online TV shows, movies, explicit lyrics in iTunes(TM) music and objectionable YouTube videos.

Cox Secure Online Backupkeeps files safe and secure via automatic backup. Customers can store photos, videos, music, personal information and documents securely online for additional protection from loss due to hard drive failure, fire, theft or flooding. A virtual drive feature on the desktop allows easy drag and drop into the online vault and files can be shared with friends and family according to custom access settings, anytime, anywhere. Storage amount included is free and varies by tier:

    --  Starter and Essential - 1 GB
    --  Preferred - 5 GB
    --  Premier - 50 GB
    --  Ultimate - Unlimited

In addition to offering enhanced security and backup capabilities, Cox continues to educate and empower parents, caregivers and teens about safe communications behaviors through its Take Charge! resources online and supporting programs nationwide.

Cox Communication's High Speed Internet service was recently rated "Fastest in the U.S." by PCMag.com, 44 percent faster than the average Internet service provider.

Cox has deployed next-generation cable broadband DOCSIS 3.0 technology to all its service areas.

About Cox Communications:

Cox Communications is a broadband communications and entertainment company, providing advanced digital video, Internet, telephone and wireless services over its own nationwide IP network. The third-largest U.S. cable TV company, Cox serves more than 6 million residences and businesses. Cox Business is a facilities-based provider of voice, video and data solutions for commercial customers, and Cox Media is a full-service provider of national and local cable spot and new media advertising.

Cox is known for its pioneering efforts in cable telephone and commercial services, industry-leading customer care and its outstanding workplaces. For seven years, Cox has been recognized as the top operator for women by Women in Cable Telecommunications; for six years, Cox has ranked among DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity, and the company holds a perfect score in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index. More information about Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at http://www.cox.com and http://www.coxmedia.com.

SOURCE  Cox Communications

Cox Communications

CONTACT: Todd Smith, Director, Media Relations, +1-404-269-3124, tsmith@cox.com

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

Motorcycle Apparel Retailer Announces New Web Site

FOREST CITY, Iowa, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Iowa-based e-commerce retailer of motorcycle apparel, D&K Ventures LLC, announced the launch of a new Web site today: http://www.CoolMoDeeMotorcycleGear.com.

President of D&K Ventures LLC, Duane Moe, said, "My wife and I have been riding motorcycles our entire lives, and now that our children are old enough, they are too. Many of our products are necessities if you own a motorcycle, and we're excited to share them through the new Web site."

CoolMoDeeMotorcycleGear.com was designed with both male and female motorcyclists in mind. The site offers a wide range of leather apparel for riding, including vests, chaps, insulated gloves, jackets, pants and rain suits. The Web site has grouped all products into various categories to enhance the trouble-free online shopping experience.

Given the potential danger of riding, leather apparel is preferred by both professionals and amateurs. Outerwear, especially leather, helps protect riders from serious injury with its flexible and durable material. The leather in motorcycle jackets is typically harder than those used for other jackets and garments.

Duane's wife Karen, who serves as co-founder of the company, said, "Our apparel is fashionable on and off the road. We have a great selection of leather jackets that make perfect gifts for the holidays."

New and competitively priced products are added to the site routinely and CoolMoDeeMotorcycleGear.com is committed to high quality products and fast shipping transactions.  In addition to online sales, a customer service team is available during normal business hours for customer support and can be contacted by filling out a form on the Web site.

For more information on D&K Ventures or to browse motorcycle apparel, visit http://www.CoolMoDeeMotorcycleGear.com.

SOURCE  D&K Ventures LLC

D&K Ventures LLC

CONTACT: Michelle Boyd, +1-813-382-8810

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

Join American Airlines, American Eagle and "Fly for the Cure" During October to Honor National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

American and American Eagle Employees Go Passionately Pink for the Cure Oct. 14

"Pin" a Ribbon on a Virtual Pinkboard, Join a Zumbathon® Charity Event in London, a Race in Rio, Or Enjoy Pink Treats at Selected Admirals Club® Lounges

FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines and American Eagle, in partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, are encouraging customers to "Fly for the Cure" during October as part of the Passionately Pink for the Cure® program to support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The program is the centerpiece of a month filled with activities and celebrations, in the U.S. and abroad.

During the "Fly for the Cure" campaign, Susan G. Komen for the Cure advocates have the opportunity to celebrate individuals they wish to honor as they help in the fight to end breast cancer. Participants are invited to visit a "Fly for the Cure" virtual pinkboard on American's Facebook page (Facebook.com/AA), where a pink ribbon can be "pinned" to their location on a map and a donation can be made to Komen, if desired. Donations of $25 or more will earn 10 AAdvantage® miles for every dollar contributed through American's Miles for the Cure® program. The Twitter-savvy can tweet @AmericanAir using the designated hashtag "#flyforthecure" with the name of the person they are honoring during October.

Customers in American's cornerstone markets of Los Angeles, Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago, Miami and New York (including JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Liberty airports), will see a sea of pink T-shirts emblazoned with "#tweetthecure," inviting them to send a message to American's Twitter channel.

"Breast cancer continues to reach deeply into so many lives, and to affect so many of our families and loved ones," said Craig Kreeger, American's Senior Vice President - Customer Experience. "We encourage our customers and employees to join us in our 'Fly for the Cure' campaign to help American and Komen realize our shared mission of ending breast cancer forever."

The "Fly for the Cure" campaign will culminate in a global, system-wide "Pink Out" on Oct. 14, when American Airlines and American Eagle employees all over the world will wear pink, including special pink-ribbon scarves and ties for many uniformed employees; decorate ticket counters and gate areas in pink; and raise funds to support a goal to raise $1 million for breast cancer research this year. Customers are invited to support the cause by wearing pink when traveling that day.

American Airlines and American Eagle will literally "Fly for the Cure," as well, as its Komen-branded pink-ribbon planes make special appearances at selected cities across the nation throughout the month. American unveiled the eight pink-ribbon aircraft in 2008 to announce an expanded relationship, becoming Komen's official airline and first-ever Lifetime Promise Partner. These aircraft carry Komen's iconic pink-ribbon motif on their fuselages as a reminder that one in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.

As a Komen Lifetime Promise Partner, American has pledged to raise $1 million annually for eight years to fund the American Airlines Susan G. Komen for the Cure Promise Grant, a study of inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

"We are honored that American, its employees and customers are supporting breast cancer research through the 'Fly for the Cure' campaign," said Margo K. Lucero - Vice President of Business Development and Partnerships, Susan G. Komen for the Cure. "As our official airline and a corporate sponsor for nearly 30 years, we are truly grateful for American's contribution to funding the research toward finding the cures for breast cancer."

American's support for Komen will be visible in a number of other ways this month, including special pink-themed menus at selected Admirals Club® lounges across the country, where 10 percent of the proceeds on sales of pink items will go toward the $1 million fundraising goal. Now through Oct. 31, customers who purchase a new Admirals Club membership or renew a current membership using the promotion code "KOMEN11" will receive a $25 discount off of the annual renewal membership, and American Airlines will donate $25 to Komen. New AAdvantage members will be able to print a pink AAdvantage new member card. American's customers are also invited to text "PINK" to 90999 during October to make a $10 donation to Komen for the Cure.

American is a sponsor of the Susan G. Komen International Race for the Cure® in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Oct. 16. In Tokyo, American will join with Japan Airlines to decorate gates in pink and distribute breast cancer awareness literature at Narita International Airport.

For Zumba® fitness enthusiasts, American is also a sponsor of a Party in Pink(TM) Zumbathon®  charity event taking place in London on Oct. 16. All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Komen's Global Promise Fund, Breakthrough Breast Cancer and Cure Cancer  @ UCLH (partyinpink.com). American is flying Zumba creator Beto Perez and musician Wyclef Jean from Miami to London for the event.

This fall will mark the 17th year that American has presented the American Airlines Celebrity Golf and Tennis Weekend, a fundraiser with 100 percent of the proceeds benefiting Komen. The event will be held Oct. 6-9 at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort and the Del Mar Country Club in San Diego, Calif. Since its inception in 1995, the event has raised more than $8 million for Komen.

American is supporting Komen's new Hispanic initiative, Lazos que Perduran, ("Ribbons that Bind") to foster increased awareness, support, empowerment and action for Latina women. Announced in September to honor Hispanic Heritage Month, the initiative is a national program to provide Latinas with life-saving education about breast cancer, risk factors unique to them, the critical importance of early detection and healthy lifestyle messages.

Komen's African-American initiative, Circle of Promise, is another focus for American during October. Circle of Promise was introduced in 2008 to engage African-American women by empowering them to make a promise to reclaim their lives, their health and to be strong advocates in their communities.

Looking ahead to the holidays, American is continuing its successful Miles for the Cure fundraising campaign, which rewards donors through year end with 10 AAdvantage miles for every dollar they contribute to Komen, with a minimum $25 donation. Additionally, customers can give the gift of travel and support Komen at the same time via the American Airlines/Komen gift card, for which American will donate $5 to Komen for every $50 of travel purchased. Simply enter "Komen" in the tracking code box, applicable to online purchases only. To make a donation or buy a gift card, please visit AA.com/JoinUs.

For more information about American's partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure, please visit AA.com/JoinUs.

About American Airlines

American Airlines, American Eagle and the AmericanConnection® carrier serve 260 airports in more than 50 countries and territories with, on average, more than 3,400 daily flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 900 aircraft. American's award-winning website, AA.com®, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld® alliance, which brings together some of the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling them to offer their customers more services and benefits than any airline can provide on its own. Together, its members and members-elect serve more than 900 destinations with more than 10,000 daily flights to 149 countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. AmericanAirlines, American Eagle, AmericanConnection, AA.com, and AAdvantage are trademarks of American Airlines, Inc. (NYSE: AMR).

About Susan G. Komen for the Cure®

Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure and launched the global breast cancer movement. Today, Komen for the Cure is the world's largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Thanks to events like the Komen Race for the Cure®, we have invested more than $1.5 billion to fulfill our promise, becoming the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. For more information about Susan G. Komen for the Cure, breast health or breast cancer, visit komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN.

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SOURCE  American Airlines

American Airlines

CONTACT: Andrea Huguely, Corporate Communications, +1-817-967-1577, mediarelations@aa.com

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

IVONA Unveils Developer Program with Free Access to iOS Text to Speech Both Cloud and Device-based

ALPHARETTA, Georgia, October 4, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    IVONA Software today announced that its IVONA SDK, available through
IVONA Developer Program ( http://www.ivona.com/developers), now features
support for iOS, including iPhone and iPad devices. This, together with
support for Android, MeeGo, Linux and Windows Phone 7, makes IVONA SDK
consistent, easy to use Text to Speech technology for all developers
interested in giving the top Speech User Interface experience to their apps
users. The IVONA Text to Speech is available for Developers as IVONA SDK and
IVONA Speech Cloud, which are both highly effective and responsive Speech
service with HTTP web services interface.

    "Everyone can freely experience for as long as 60 days how well mobile
applications are able to talk" says Lukasz Osowski, CEO of IVONA Software.
"We are working hard to make top notch speech available for everyone."

    IVONA Text to Speech has been recently chosen as the most accurate Text
to Speech engine available, thanks to its perfect reading aloud of street
addresses, names and acronyms making it perfect for voicing in-car
navigation, SMS, emails, news and books. Unique BrightVoiceTM technology,
together with incomparable speech quality, brings the highest responsiveness
and small footprint required for the majority of modern applications taking
advantages of Speech User Interface.

    IVONA's Software own researched and developed Text to Speech technology
offers the fastest growing languages and voices portfolio of 28 voices in 11
languages currently available.

    Visit http://www.ivona.com to hear IVONA voices and learn more about
making apps and devices speak.

    About IVONA(R) Text To Speech

    IVONA is widely recognized and awarded as the highest-quality, most
natural-sounding TTS system in the world. The IVONA suite of products
includes a wide range of specialty TTS solutions for business,
telecommunications, SaaS, mobile, and home use. IVONA develops Technology
which can be used in a wide range of applications used in business,
telecommunications, cloud services allowing companies to deliver reach
content applications. In support of its long-standing commitment to
accessibility, the Company works closely with the largest organizations
supporting blind and visually impaired people in the world, including Royal
National Institute for Blind and DAISY Consortium.

   
    Media Contact
    Michal Rybak
    PR Manager
    Phone: +1-678-367-6206, +48-58-783-49-51
    E-mail: press@ivona.com

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voiceTech Launches ServiceLink-Rx, the First Comprehensive Patient Communication Platform for Retail Pharmacies

VENICE, Fla., Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- voiceTech, a leading systems integrator and technology services provider in the pharmacy industry for nearly 20 years, has announced the launch of ServiceLink-Rx, the industry's first comprehensive pharmacy-to-patient communication platform. ServiceLink-Rx was developed to meet the growing needs of retail pharmacies to proactively communicate with their customers by each customer's preferred technology method, including phone call, text, email or mobile application. Using ServiceLink-Rx, pharmacies can gain the competitive edge with an effective and economical way of sending customers automatic prescription reminders and other health information notices, including discounts and promotions.

The Internet and mobile devices give consumers many avenues to become informed before making their purchases, including medications. Pharmacy owners and executives therefore realize the necessity to communicate with their customers regularly and proactively. ServiceLink-Rx has been designed with the brainpower to analyze patient data and automatically determine when it's time to message a customer for one of many events, such as a prescription refill reminder. ServiceLink-Rx uses the customer's preferred delivery method (outbound call, email, text or mobile app), and sends the message. If the customer desires the refill, then using two-way integration with the pharmacy's computer system, ServiceLink-Rx will post the refill request directly to a work queue so the staff can fill the prescription.

"Our longevity in the pharmacy industry and number of strategic partners, including associations, GPOs and integrations with pharmacy technology companies, has given us a unique perspective into the needs of retail pharmacies," said Tim Garofalo, President and Founder of voiceTech. "To stay competitive with the national chains, our customers - both chains and independent pharmacies - need cost-effective and integrated tools that provide easy-to-use proactive communication with their pharmacy customers. We developed ServiceLink-Rx to meet exactly those needs for any retail pharmacy."

AboutvoiceTech

Based in Venice, Florida, and founded in 1993, voiceTech develops, manufactures and markets various technology products and services for pharmacies worldwide, marketed under various product names and different configurations. See voicetechinc.com for more information.

Grapevine Communications is a full-service, award-winning advertising, marketing and public relations firm based in Sarasota, Florida, and serving clients nationwide. For information, call Gabriele Vest at 941-351-0024 or email gvest@grapeinc.com.

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voiceTech

CONTACT: Gabriele Vest, +1-941-351-0024

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

NFC Data & NFC Rumors Release Market Survey to Enlighten Industry of Investment Opportunities in NFC

CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- NFC Data and NFC Rumors are announcing their first collaborative endeavor to enlighten the emerging NFC industry by performing a 3-week independent market survey series based on the two blogs' vast reach. Recognizing a gap in identifying the real market demands from consumers in response to NFC technology, NFC Rumors and NFC Data have partnered to create an independent survey to understand the NFC market demands and identify investment opportunities for both developers and investors.

While recognizing that most NFC studies and surveys have focused on broad issues regarding mobile payments and operating within a cashless ecosystem, the two blogs seek for more specific information from real consumers. "We want to know information on how people would use NFC products and services, how many times they will use them in a day at work or school, and how much they are willing to pay for them," explains Seth Planck, Editor-in-Chief of NFC Rumors. "It's real data feedback like that that will send a message to the industry. We want investors to know how to invest in NFC, how prolific NFC technology can be in the hands of the people. Corporations can fund an entire NFC department, but the independent developers and small companies have been left on the bench."

Both blogs have long known that lack of investment in NFC has been a major factor in the lack of advancement of NFC technology, and NFC Data and NFC Rumors aim to ensure that NFC gets started on the right foot. Part of that is relying on independent research rather than paid surveys.

Ultimately, both blogs realize that advancement in the NFC space will only happen by knowing the right information. "My perspective as a technologist is to figure out what features that NFC provides will give users the fastest marginal utility and drive adoption," shares Ken Mages, Founder/CTO of NFC Data. "Having been in the payment space the last twelve years, it is NOT payments necessarily which will move the NFC needle but perhaps the synchronous/asynchronous nature of storing and forwarding data that matters most. We hope to uncover these answers in our survey."

Participation in the survey is encouraged for anyone, from industry leaders to tech enthusiasts and everyone in between. Please visit http://nfcdata.polldaddy.com/s/nfc-market-questionaire-series-1 to contribute your perspective to help shape the future of NFC.

BACKGROUND

NFC Data is a hardware and software developer integrating payment and/or marketing opportunities for NFC (Near Field Communication) projects.  Our perspective is neutral and we apply ISO standards to provide solutions for our customers.

Contact: Ken Mages, 1-260-632-7468, kmages@nfcdata.com

As a dedicated and independent news and editorial blog, NFC Rumors focuses on bringing to light contactless technologies and its relationship to the global evolution of business and culture. Covering everything from near field communications to gadgets, media, marketing, and social related topics, NFC Rumors is a convergence of everything contactless.

Contact: Seth Planck seth@nfcrumors.com

SOURCE  NFC Data

NFC Data

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

Naverisk Integrates RMM Solution With ConnectWise

TAMPA, Fla. and AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Naverisk Ltd, a market leading provider of Remote Management and Monitoring (RMM) and Managed Security Services software for the MSP and SMB markets, today announced it has released V5 of its RMM platform.  One of the many enhancements in V5 is the full "2 way" integration with ConnectWise software, the leading business operating system designed exclusively for IT service providers, VARs and MSPs. The combination of the Naverisk platform - available as an on-premises software or cloud/SaaS implementation - with ConnectWise helps users centralize, administer, invoice and report on managed services offerings.

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Naverisk is a web-based RMM automation software platform that enables IT service providers to deliver managed IT services and managed security services. With a very low total cost of ownership and "pay as you use" licensing, Naverisk delivers a low-risk opportunity for IT service providers to realize the benefits of managed services. The integration gives Naverisk users the maximum business value from ConnectWise to reduce complexity, increase productivity and maximize ROI.

"We were driven by partner demand to integrate with the market-leading ConnectWise business operating system, and as always we are proud to be able to respond to our customers and do what we can to help them manage their businesses better," said Jon Kalaugher, founder and CEO of Naverisk. "This is another step toward our goal of making Naverisk the Remote Monitoring and Management automation platform of choice for SMB IT service providers globally."

"Remote Management and Monitoring offerings are an integral component to an overall IT business management solution like ConnectWise," said Jeannine Edwards, Director, ConnectWise Community.  "Implementing an RMM solution into the ConnectWise environment can help simplify management, overcome challenges and increase productivity for all IT service providers in the IT Nation."

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About ConnectWise

Designed exclusively for the IT Channel, ConnectWise is the leading business management solution for service providers, MSPs, technology consultants, integrators, and developers. Today more than 57,000 IT professionals rely on ConnectWise to achieve greater accountability, operational efficiency and profitability. ConnectWise fully integrates CRM, sales, help desk ticket and tracking, project tracking, IT service management, SLAs, dispatch scheduling, mobile IT services, time and expenses into a singular IT management software to dramatically streamline IT companies. Over the last 29 years, ConnectWise has become the premier business operating system for IT solution providers. ConnectWise APIs are accessed by over 300 organizations, including ConnectWise partners and industry leaders of the IT Nation. For more information visit http://www.ConnectWise.com or call 800-671-6898.

About Naverisk

Naverisk is a web-based MSP software platform that enables IT Providers to deliver automated Managed IT Services and Managed Security Services to SMB businesses. Naverisk is available as either a local installation, or via SaaS delivery with "Naverisk-Cloud." For more information, or a free trial of the Naverisk Platform, please visit http://www.naverisk.com/contact

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