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SVOX and Cyberon Announce Partnership for Taiwan and Greater China

ZURICH, June 1 -- SVOX, the leading provider of speech solutions, today announced that it has entered into a wide-ranging partnership agreement with Cyberon Corporation, a leading Taiwanese embedded speech firm. Taiwanese companies are the world's biggest manufacturers of mobile phones, eBook readers, MP3 players and other consumer electronics. The announced collaboration will allow SVOX to drive penetration of speech technologies in these devices. SVOX stands to benefit from Cyberon's knowledge of the Taiwanese market as well as from the local customer support.

The companies have already completed joint development projects that make the SVOX language portfolio even more competitive in Asia. For example, the collaboration has produced best-in-class Mandarin and Cantonese Chinese languages that include SVOX polyglot technology, enabling Asian voices to speak English as a native speaker.

"SVOX text-to-speech solutions are industry-leading and the breadth of the language portfolio is impressive," said Tai Ho, Cyberon CEO. "We are delighted to partner with SVOX to offer our customers in Taiwan a world-leading speech quality and local support."

Martin Reber, SVOX CEO, noted: "Taiwan is a hotbed of global consumer electronics design and manufacturing, as well as a gateway to the vast Greater China market. By partnering with Cyberon we are able to accelerate our growth in these markets as well as strengthen our technology leadership."

SVOX is constantly working to extend and update its portfolio of polyglot ASR and TTS languages. Customers can now choose from a total of 19 ASR and 26 TTS languages, with additional languages under development.

About SVOX AG

SVOX, a leading supplier of speech solutions, has a reputation for quality and customer focus. SVOX drives adoption of speech user interfaces in automotive and mobile device industries. The company offers Speech Recognition (ASR), Speech Output (TTS) as well as complete Speech Dialog solutions. Our focus on quality and the use of flexible software architectures allows for optimized embedded speech solutions that can be easily tailored to customers' technical requirements and market needs. For more information, please visit: http://www.svox.com.

About Cyberon Corporation

Cyberon Corporation, with its headquarter in Taipei, Taiwan, is a leading embedded speech solution provider and supported by experts experienced in Speech Recognition and Text-to-Speech technologies for tens of years. Cyberon's speech solution is developed specifically for mobile & portable devices to provide users a convenient, natural and reliable user experience.

Source: SVOX AG
   

CONTACT:  Alexander Davydov, Phone +41 43 544 06 22,
alexander.davydov@svox.com

Web Site:  http://www.svox.com/

First Product From Panzura Enables Cloud Storage to be Faster Than Local Tier 1 Storage

New Company Launches Application Network Storage Product - The Panzura Application Cloud Controller

SAN FRANCISCO, June 1 -- New storage company, Panzura (http://www.panzura.com), opens its doors today and brings its first product to market by taking a new approach to traditional storage called Application Network Storage (ANS). By combining application logic with storage technology, Panzura is able to provide solutions that are faster and cheaper than the traditional approaches to tier 1 storage.

The first product to use the ANS architecture is the Panzura Application Cloud Controller (ACC) - an enterprise-grade scalable product that is ideal for both branch offices and headquarters. The ANS approach turns traditional network-centric storage on its head by focusing on the application and its data usage pattern. Some of the key features include: deep packet inspection and acceleration combined with cutting edge deduplication and encryption. For supported applications - Microsoft SharePoint®, CIFS and NFS - the Panzura ACC provides offline capabilities through its on-board SSD storage.

"ANS is the logical evolution from NAS and SAN storage," said Randy Chou, CEO and Co-Founder of Panzura. "We can ensure the right data is in the right place at the right time because we use automated application storage tiering (AAST). This gives us the best performance and superior features, such as offline access and global live deduplication, while decreasing the storage footprint and cost."

Enterprises have the choice of using Panzura's ACC either in the cloud or without a cloud presence to better utilize their existing storage arrays. Whether it's used for data replication, backup or primary storage, the Panzura ACC brings higher performance, reduction in storage footprint, cost savings, enhanced user experience, and an increase in security, via military grade encryption.

"Panzura's application-aware technology and strong background in networking give it a unique lens as they take a new approach to bringing cloud storage to enterprise data centers," said Terri McClure, senior analyst at Enterprise Strategy Group. "Cloud storage holds tremendous promise for enterprises and Panzura's solution can help companies to get the performance and cost benefits of the public and private cloud while keeping the control and security of their data."

Given Panzura's strong position on securing enterprise data at its source, Iron Mountain was a natural cloud storage partner for backup and archiving services. Iron Mountain's focus on cloud security and reliability is a fitting complement to the security features offered by the ACC inside the enterprise itself.

"Iron Mountain's Archive Services Platform will provide Panzura's customers with an enterprise-class cloud storage solution," said Jaimin Patel, director of developer programs, Iron Mountain Digital. "By integrating Panzura's cutting-edge storage technology with Iron Mountain's unparalleled security and reliability, companies can now integrate secure cloud storage into their environments with the confidence that their data is protected by one of the leading information management brands in the industry."

A key building block of Panzura's solution relies on the ability to move and serve data across the world at very high speeds enabling a new user experience.

"Limelight Networks has been working with Panzura to provide customers with seamless integration between their application-centric storage products and our global content delivery service. Together, we have demonstrated very high sustained transfer speeds to several large global enterprise customers. We look forward to continuing to work with Panzura on extending its products to take full advantage of our global, intelligent delivery platform to enable their unique infrastructure-as-a-service positioning in the market," said Jason Thibeault, Senior Director, Technology Alliances, Limelight Networks, Inc.

The company is already working with large enterprise customers to solve their storage problems. A Fortune 50 energy company uses Panzura's ACC to upload petabytes of data into the cloud at close to 1 gigabyte per second for backup and DR purposes. Panzura's ACC is also currently being used at a large public technology company with offices in the US and the UK where users were experiencing wait times of up to 50 seconds for the SharePoint home page to load. Without changing anything in the infrastructure, the ACC improved the performance by 20 times.

Panzura's ACC currently supports Microsoft SharePoint, CIFS, and NFS, with more planned for the future. The product is available immediately for enterprises and resellers at http://www.panzura.com.

About Panzura

Panzura is a venture-backed storage company that was founded in July 2008. Its mission is to enable cloud storage to be faster and more secure than tier 1 local storage. Focused on Fortune 1000 enterprises, Panzura takes an application rather than network-centric approach to storage and has developed the first Application Network Storage (ANS) appliance. The benefits are high performance for less, reduced storage costs, and data mobility regardless of whether or not an enterprise is using the cloud.

Panzura is founded by Randy Chou and John Taylor, veterans of the software industry who were part of the founding teams at both Aruba Networks and Alteon Websystems, both of which became multi-billion dollar public companies.

Source: Panzura
   

CONTACT:  Sharon Barclay of Panzura, +1-617-571-1233, press@panzura.com

Web Site:  http://www.panzura.com/

Panasonic Debuts Its First Surround Bar Audio Systems With 3D Pass Through

SECAUCUS, N.J., June 1 -- Panasonic today announced that its first surround bar home theater speaker systems, models SC-HTB10 and SC-HTB500 will reach store shelves this summer.  Both models fit neatly in front of the TV and offer an easy to install, stylish alternative to a home theater sound system.  They are equipped with a single HDMI 1.4 input, which will pass through 3D video from a connected Blu-ray 3D(TM) player and a single HDMI 1.4 output with audio return channel. The SC-HTB10 features an integrated subwoofer and is ideal for televisions up to 42-inches, while the SC-HTB500 is designed for larger screen TV displays and comes with a separate wireless subwoofer.

Both surround bar systems deliver dialogue that is crisp and clear. This is made possible by the advanced bamboo cone speaker design and Clear-Mode Dialogue, which makes the sound seem like it is coming from the center of the TV display.  With more precise linking of the picture and the sound, the result is clean pure sound for dialogue voices on video and vocals on music.

The new systems boast a rich sound experience that belies their sleek and compact silhouettes. The SC-HTB10 measures only 31-1/2 inches wide, and the SC-HTB500 has a width of 41-1/2 inches. Both models feature 2.1-channel audio. The SC-HTB10 features an integrated subwoofer with both forward and rear firing woofers. The SC-HTB500 boasts a wireless powered Kelton Subwoofer for more robust and dynamic bass sound.

Connection and installation could not be easier, thanks to the systems' compatibility with ARC (Audio Return Channel), which allows receiving audio signals from the TV.  Simply place it in front of the television or wall mount for a custom installation (via supplied wall mounts) and connect it with just one HDMI cable.

Available this month, the SC-HTB10 carries a suggested retail price of $199.95. The SC-HTB500 will be available in August 2010, with a suggested retail price of $349.95.

About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (PCEC), a market and technology leader in High Definition television, is a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations.  Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs.  Information about Panasonic products is available at http://www.panasonic.com. Additional company information for journalists is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

Source: Panasonic
   

CONTACT:  Martha Whiteley, +1-201-348-7781, whiteleym@us.panasonic.com,
or Chris De Maria, +1-201-348-7182, demariac@us.panasonic.com, both of
Panasonic; or Blayne Murphy, Cohn & Wolfe, +1-212-798-9763,
blayne.murphy@cohnwolfe.com

Web Site:  http://www.panasonic.com/

Clinical and Translational Science Awardees Join the iBridge Network to Enhance Research Collaboration and Drive Medical Innovation

Ten CTSA Organizations Have Already Posted More Than 3,700 Innovations

KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 1 -- The iBridge(SM) Network, a program of the not-for-profit Kauffman Innovation Network, Inc., today announced its collaboration with recipients of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA), a consortium of 46 medical research institutions dedicated to enhancing the efficiency and quality of clinical and translational research. Under terms of the agreement, users of CTSA's CTSA-IP initiative (http://www.ctsaip.org) can seamlessly join more than 100 other research institutions around the world to connect, collaborate and license their work using the iBridge Network (http://www.ibridgenetwork.org).

"The iBridge Network and CTSA share the common goal of connecting researchers in order to make their innovations as useful and productive as possible," stated Scott Steele, coordinator of the CTSA-IP initiative and director of research alliances at the University of Rochester.  "With more than 3,700 innovations from CTSA member institutions already on the iBridge Network, we're garnering worldwide exposure for the breakthroughs our researchers are accomplishing while moving toward our goal of increasing human health through clinical and translational research."

CTSA-IP was founded as a means of collecting licensing and technology transfer information in an easily searchable format at a single website.  Interactive features allow users searching for specific technologies or areas of research to have alerts automatically sent to them when a new posting appears. The site exchanges information with other efforts, including those of the CTSA Consortium, to aggregate information about research resources lying inside and outside of the technology transfer domain.

"CTSA shares our ambition of providing transparency and the opportunity for collaboration for researchers and innovation seekers around the world," said Lesa Mitchell, director of the iBridge Network. "They are already the most active community on the Network and we couldn't be happier to highlight the cutting-edge research that their members are conducting every day."

With more than 100 organizations contributing nearly 13,000 innovations on the site, the iBridge Network is the destination of choice for university researchers, entrepreneurs and industry members to share and discover best practices and research across a variety of topic areas. The iBridge Network Web site is designed to encourage open and efficient communities with unique profiles, advanced navigation, search capabilities and personalized services such as the iBNewsfeed, which notifies users of new developments tailored to their interests. Presently, five of the top six and 15 of the top 25 research universities in the United States utilize the iBridge Network.

Universities and non-profits use the iBridge Web site to distribute and license a variety of items, including software, research tools, databases, teaching materials, surveys, reference materials and patent-protected technologies.

  The current CTSA member institutions on the iBridge Network include:

  --  Columbia Technology Ventures
  --  New York University
  --  The Rockefeller University
  --  Tufts Medical Center
  --  Tufts University
  --  University of Michigan
  --  University of Pennsylvania
  --  University of Pittsburgh
  --  University of Rochester
  --  Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation

  About the Clinical and Translational Science Awards

Drawing from experience of the NIH Roadmap for Medical Research and extensive community input, the Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSAs) program creates a definable academic home for clinical and translational research. CTSA institutions work to transform the local, regional, and national environment to increase the efficiency and speed of clinical and translational research across the country.  This consortium includes 46 medical research institutions located throughout the nation. When fully implemented by 2012, about 60 institutions will be linked together to energize the discipline of clinical and translational science. The CTSA consortium is funded by the National Center for Research Resources (NCRR), a part of the NIH.  To learn more, please visit http://www.ctsaweb.org/.

About the iBridge(SM) Network

The iBridge(SM) Network is an innovation catalyst with a vibrant, online community enabling universities, companies and entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate and license tomorrow's research, products and services. Many of the nation's leading research institutions utilize the iBridge(SM) Network regularly to promote, share and advance their innovations and identify appropriate partners. The iBridge(SM) Network is a program of the Kauffman Innovation Network, Inc., an initiative of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. To learn more, please visit http://www.iBridgeNetwork.org, e-mail us at info@iBridgeNetwork.org, or call 800-573-5136.

Source: iBridge Network
   

CONTACT:  Chris Roche, +1-202-775-2675, croche@brodeur.com, for the
iBridge Network

Web Site:  http://www.ctsaip.org/

TI delivers Class-D amp with integrated boost converter for 36 percent louder audio across the Li-Ion battery range

Industry's first audio amp to feature battery monitoring AGC and SpeakerGuard(TM) technology

DALLAS, June 1 -- Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced a 2-W mono Class-D audio amplifier with integrated boost converter, which delivers 36 percent louder audio than competitive devices, consistent across the entire Li-Ion battery range. The highly efficient TPA2015D1 allows more than twice the battery life compared to the nearest competing amplifier and is available in a compact 2-mm x 2-mm WCSP package for space-constrained applications including smart phones, notebooks, portable navigation devices, portable docking station and portable DVD players. In addition, the amplifier incorporates battery monitoring automatic gain control (AGC) and SpeakerGuard technology to prevent early shutdown at low battery voltages and prevents clipping, which protects speakers. To get more information or to order samples, visit http://www.ti.com/tpa2015d1-pr.

  (Logo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010105/NEF016LOGO )

  Key features and benefits
  --  2.0 W into 8 Ohms at 3.6 V (6 % THD) results in 36 percent louder
      audio than the leading competition.
  --  Constant output power of 2.0 W (3.6 to 5.0 V) provides consistent
      audio loudness across the Li-Ion battery range.
  --  Battery monitoring AGC prevents early shutdown at low battery voltages
      (<3 V) and SpeakerGuard technology protects speakers by preventing
      clipping.
  --  High efficiency (81% @1 W and 3.6 V) and ultra-low quiescent current
      (1.7 mA) results in two times longer battery life and five times lower
      quiescent current than the competition.
  --  Reduces the external components by more than 50 percent and total
      solution size to 20.25 mm2, for space-constrained consumer
      electronics.

  Availability and pricing

The TPA2015D1 is available today in a 2-mm x 2-mm, 0.5-mm pitch 16-ball WCSP for $1.10 in 1,000-unit quantities. The TLV320AIC3254 audio codec with miniDSP and TPA6141A2 Class-G audio headphone amp are also available to complete the audio signal chain.

  Find out more about TI's audio portfolio:
  --  Order TPA2015D1 samples: http://www.ti.com/tpa2015d1-pr.
  --  Download the Audio Guide:  http://www.ti.com/audio.
  --  Ask questions and help solve problems with fellow audio engineers on
      TI E2E(TM) Community: http://www.ti.com/audioforum-pr.

  About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) helps customers solve problems and develop new electronics that make the world smarter, healthier, safer, greener and more fun. A global semiconductor company, TI innovates through manufacturing, design and sales operations in more than 30 countries.  For more information, go to http://www.ti.com

Trademarks

SpeakerGuard and TI E2E are trademarks of Texas Instruments. All registered trademarks and other trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Source: Texas Instruments Incorporated
   

CONTACT:  Sarah Martin, Texas Instruments, +1-214-480-5035,
smartin@ti.com or Kim LaFleur, GolinHarris, +1-972-341-9516,
klafleur@golinharris.com

Web Site:  http://www.ti.com/

BidBridge Rebrands as eBridge to Encompass New Fully Managed Business Solutions

Adds Merchant Card Services, Payroll and Corporate Purchasing Cards to Purchasing Solutions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., June 1  -- BidBridge, a proven eAuction services provider for the public and private sectors, today announced it will rebrand as eBridge Business Solutions to more fully encompass the company's service offerings, which now include merchant card, web-based payroll and corporate purchasing card services, in addition to reverse auction purchasing solutions. The new services will extend eBridge's suite of fully managed business solutions, adding value for established and growing businesses.

"While we were successful in the purchasing space, we recognized a growing need in the marketplace to support daily functions outside of core business product or service offerings," said eBridge CEO Jim Headlee. "We decided to apply our expertise in purchasing and budget management to expand our offerings for our clients, culminating in the development of the eBridge brand."

As the newly formed eBridge, the company's services create efficiencies and limit internal resource consumption, providing support for:

  --  Purchasing Solutions - eBridge's purchasing solutions deliver true
      market value in acquiring goods and services, leveraging a web-based
      eAuction software platform for full buyer visibility. Experience with
      strategic sourcing and existing vendor contacts give eBridge clients
      an advantage in procurement.
  --  Merchant Card Services - Powered by NPC, taking a consultative
      approach to merchant card services, eBridge provides a fully managed
      solution delivering value through statement monitoring and analysis,
      giving customers a clear picture of the costs associated with
      accepting credit card payment.
  --  Payroll - eBridge's web-based processing platform helps customers stay
      focused on their core business by streamlining payroll and human
      resource reporting.  eBridge recognizes that payroll has evolved into
      a commodity-based solution, and have structured their payroll service
      to provide all the features and functionality to effectively pay
      employees at a very competitive price point.  Whether a business pays
      one employee or 1000 employees, eBridge can help them maximize their
      payroll system capabilities with a personalized implementation plan.
  --  Corporate Purchasing Cards - Corporate purchasing cards help reduce
      costs and create efficiencies in businesses.  Streamlining accounts
      payable functions, corporate purchasing cards assist clients in
      removing inefficiencies from the accounts payable process.

  For more information, visit http://www.eBridgeGlobal.com.

  About eBridge

Founded in 2002, Louisville-based eBridge provides fully managed business solutions creating efficiencies and streamlining business operations. Leveraging years of experience in purchasing, sourcing and budget management, eBridge Business Solutions' full suite of services includes purchasing, merchant cards, web based payroll and corporate purchasing cards.

For more information, visit: http://www.ebridgeglobal.com.

Source: eBridge
   

CONTACT:  Molly Antos of SS|PR, +1-847-415-9327, mantos@sspr.com

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

AT&T Unveils New State of the Art Wireless Store in Trenton

Tickets to Trenton Thunder and Discounts on Smartphones Highlight Grand Opening Weekend**

TRENTON, N.J., June 1 -- To address growing demand for advanced wireless and wired data products and services, AT&T* today announced the opening of a new retail store at 102 South Warren Street in Trenton, NJ. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony today at 11 a.m.; Grand Opening festivities are scheduled for June 9-12.

The Trenton store, which is staffed with representatives who are fluent in both English and Spanish, is the latest addition to AT&T's bilingual retail portfolio in the Greater Philadelphia area.  AT&T has more than three of these wireless retail locations in this area with bilingual representatives.

"Area residents are quickly embracing the newest in wireless technology," said Senator Shirley Turner (D-15).  "I'm pleased that AT&T is opening a new store in Trenton to enrich the city's shopping experience and to give us convenient access to the latest communication products and devices."

"We are excited to unveil this new store in Trenton and welcome the public to visit us," said Dan Lafond, vice president and general manager of AT&T in Central and Eastern Pennsylvania. "Our specially trained sales team can provide demonstrations on the latest smartphones that let you talk, text and tweet as well as today's hottest new mini laptops or exciting wireless applications like GPS."

The Trenton store will be managed by James Sanchez along with a staff of 8 employees trained to assist customers - both business and consumer - with purchasing decisions, customer service and support. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

"The opening of this new wireless store marks AT&T's continued commitment to invest in New Jersey," said J. Michael Schweder, President, AT&T New Jersey.  "Through its retail operations, AT&T is proud to help spur business and fuel economic growth, especially here in our state's capitol."

The store offers a comprehensive portfolio of advanced wireless products and services, all of which customers can experience throughout the store. These include:

  --  Smartphones & Messaging. The latest e-mail and quick messaging devices
      all under one roof. These socially supercharged smartphones are ideal
      devices for active consumers who like to stay connected whether using
      IM, text or email, sending multimedia messages, or updating and
      connecting via their favorite social networks.
  --  What's Hot. Customers can review the latest and greatest 3G wireless
      devices that allow users to download music, stream video and surf the
      Web.
  --  Small Business. The location also has a kiosk highlighting the latest
      AT&T products and services designed with the small business owner in
      mind.
  --  Laptop Solutions. Mobile broadband-enabled netbooks. The brand new
      netbooks feature 10-inch screens, weigh less than 3 pounds and are
      ultra portable and operate on the nation's fastest 3G network.
  --  Basics and GoPhone. For the avid texter, customers can browse the
      latest Quick Messaging Phones offered from AT&T while checking out
      GoPhone®, our popular prepaid service, and an assortment of wireless
      handsets.
  --  AT&T ConnecTech®. Includes nationwide next day in-home service and
      24/7 remote support for netbook installation and setup, laptop
      performance optimization and diagnosis, peripheral device and wireless
      network installation, and/or a home network security audit. AT&T
      ConnecTech services are available for in-store purchase.

AT&T's wireless products and services are also available at many national retailers including Radio Shack, Best Buy, Wal-Mart, Kmart and Costco and at authorized locations across the area and online at http://www.att.com/wireless.

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

  ** See store for details about discounts and promotions

  About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest 3G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries.  It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse(SM) and AT&T | DIRECTV(SM) brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE® magazine.

Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com/.  This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATTNews. Find us on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at http://www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz  to discover more about our small business services.

© 2010 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. 3G service not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

Source: AT&T Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Adam Cormier of AT&T Inc., +1-203-506-5456,
acormier@attnews.us

Web Site:  http://www.att.com/

Take on the Road with Scion's Interactive Trek Across the U.S.

"Unlock the tC Road Trip," an eight week, virtual and real world competition puts players in the driver seat for a chance to win a 2011 Scion tC

LOS ANGELES, June 1 -- Scion, the automotive brand known for distinctive design and marketing innovation, today announced the launch of a new online and real world competition, Unlock the tC Road Trip, an eight week, interactive and real world game that allows players a chance to win the all-new 2011 Scion tC.  The game enables consumers to immerse themselves in a Scion tC as they test their smarts and skills on the road in this casual adventure game.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/take-on-the-road-with-scions-interacti ve-trek-across-the-us-95078239.html

At the start of the trip which begins on June 1 at http://www.UnlockthetC.com, the player is told that there is a locked Titanium case strapped to the chassis of the virtual tC. The object of the game is to find the numbers to the code that unlocks the case, and to get the case from NYC to Los Angeles, with the highest point score possible.  Each week unlocks a new road trip (8 total) and daily instant-win prizes (140+ total) including Slingbox SOLOs, X-mini II Capsule Speakers, limited edition Scion FLip MinoHD(TM) camcorders, and more will be awarded throughout the game's duration.  Leader boards will track player standings. At the end of the online competition, four (4) finalists will be flown to Los Angeles for a VIP event on August 14 to compete in a real-world competition where one (1) winner will receive a 2011 tC.  The live event will feature live bands and DJs, food trucks, video art installation and the chance to drive the new tC.

"The Unlock the tC Road Trip game allows us to engage consumers in a fun and unique way and unveil the next-generation tC through an immersive and engaging game," said Jack Hollis, vice president, Scion.

In the Unlock the tC Road Trip game, players encounter exciting "side-trips" as they navigate cross country from New York to Miami, with a final destination in Los Angeles.  Players can also purchase vehicle upgrades to boost credibility and customize their experience as one would do in real life.  The virtual economy is driven by community - tCoins can be earned by inviting friends to join the game and their Crew, and this is made easy through Facebook Connect integration.  Throughout the game, tCoins are necessary to purchase accessories for their tC at Tuner Clubs and Scion Dealerships and to pay for short cuts on Toll Roads.  In the spirit of sharing, players can "Gift" or "Mooch" tCoins from their Crew on Facebook.

The second-generation of Scion's most popular model since its debut in 2004, the 2011 tC offers more horsepower, more torque and a quicker 0-to-60 over the current generation tC.  The new tC is advanced and refined - it sets the standard for premium among its class with top of the line features such as panoramic moon roof, Pioneer audio system with premium 8-speaker design and 18-inch alloy wheels.

  Watch the game trailer on Facebook here: http://bit.ly/unlocktrailer

  Unlock the tC Road Trip Disclaimer

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER, PLAY OR WIN the UNLOCK THE tC INSTANT WIN GAME OR THE UNLOCK THE tC ROAD TRIP GAME (EACH, A "PROMOTION" AND COLLECTIVELY, THE "PROMOTIONS"). Both Promotions are open to legal residents of the 48 contiguous US & DC, 18 or older & not a minor in their primary state of residence at the time of entry. Preliminary Registration Period for both Promotions begins 12:00 a.m. PT 5/10/10, ends 11:59 p.m. PT 5/31/10. Game Period for both Promotions begins 12:00 a.m. PT 6/1/10, ends 11:59 p.m. PT 7/26/10. Promotions are void in AK & HI & where prohibited by law. Subject to Official Rules, which are available separately for each Promotion at http://www.unlockthetc.com. Sponsor: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

About Scion

Scion, from Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., was developed with a new generation of youthful buyers in mind. Scion's mission is to provide distinctive products, the opportunity to personalize, and an innovative, consumer-driven process at the retail level. The brand features three ground-breaking models with a wide array of standard features: the xD urban subcompact five-door, the iconic xB urban utility vehicle and the tC sports coupe.  Scion launches the all-new, premium micro-subcompact iQ in early 2011. The Scion brand often applies new practices in all aspects of its business and pushes the creativity envelope with non-traditional advertising and marketing to engage young consumers. Scion also supports originality through its programs in the artistic community. For more information, visit http://www.scion.com.

  Contact:  Marina Beck/Melinda Moore
            Rogers & Cowan
            310-854-8192/310-854-8258
            mbeck@rogersandcowan.com/mmoore@rogersandcowan.com

            Craig Taguchi
            Scion
            310-468-3282
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CONTACT:  Marina Beck, +1-310-854-8192, mbeck@rogersandcowan.com, or
Melinda Moore, +1-310-854-8258, mmoore@rogersandcowan.com, both of Rogers &
Cowan; Craig Taguchi, Scion, +1-310-468-3282, craig_taguchi@scion.com

Web Site:  http://www.scion.com/

Developers Diversified Realty Gets 'Social' with Shoppers

Exclusive online community engages shoppers with avant-garde rewards program

CLEVELAND, June 1 -- As consumer expectations evolve with rapidly changing emerging media applications, Developers Diversified Realty (NYSE:DDR), owner, manager and developer of an international portfolio of shopping centers, is launching a program to engage consumers in an online medium they embrace - social media. Developers Diversified created ShopStar, an interactive online community that brings together like-minded consumers and provides value to shoppers across the country.

Launching June 1, 2010, ShopStar leverages two of today's most popular social media platforms - Facebook and Twitter - to create an online hub for a fun, tight-knit and customer-focused retail and entertainment community that offers surprises and perks throughout the year, including spending sprees, prize packages, freebies and experiences. This "VIP Club" is brought to life by partnerships between the shopping center and its tenants, both working together to ensure customers find valuable rewards and engage in meaningful dialogue throughout all elements of the program.

"Our recent focus group research confirms that traditional advertising is not impacting consumers' buying decisions," said Scott Schroeder, Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communications for Developers Diversified Realty. "The reality is that consumers are doing their homework before they come to a shopping center. They are searching the web, talking to friends via social networks and reading online reviews.  This behavior and dialogue guides their decisions of where to shop and what to buy. At the end of the day, we wanted to create an effective program that speaks to the convenience and value our centers offer in the same space that our customers are making their buying decisions - online."

ShopStar will roll out in 25 Developers Diversified shopping centers and is a platform for participating properties to provide regular rewards and perks to loyal customers, deal-hunters and social media-savvy shoppers. ShopStar debuts with two great offers:

1. Join ShopStar between June 1 and June 30, 2010, and be entered to win a spending spree to a ShopStar center.

2. Between June 1 and June 30, 2010, each time a new member refers a friend to become a ShopStar member; he or she will be eligible for an exclusive prize package from a local ShopStar center.

ShopStar perks will be updated frequently so members are encouraged to regularly visit the site to discover new offers. Additionally, there will be interactive elements, including polls and a community forum for users to discuss everything from trends to books to upcoming movies. ShopStar also incorporates the centers' Facebook pages and Twitter accounts for followers to keep up on the day-to-day activities at a center.

"Leveraging the power of social media adds a new level of customer service that is critical," said Schroeder. "The opportunity to communicate directly with our customers and create relationships allows us to foster loyalty and build a personal connection with our shoppers. Additionally, ShopStar and the associated social media channels enable us to be actively involved in online conversations with customers as they are making purchasing and entertainment decisions."

  ShopStar URL: http://www.GoShopStar.com

  About Developers Diversified Realty

Developers Diversified owns and manages approximately 640 retail operating and development properties in 44 states, Brazil, Canada and Puerto Rico. Totaling more than 140 million square feet, the Company's shopping center portfolio features open-air, value-oriented neighborhood and community centers, mixed-use centers and lifestyle centers located in prime markets with stable populations and high-growth potential. Developers Diversified is the largest landlord in Puerto Rico and owns a premier portfolio of regional malls in and around Sao Paulo, Brazil. Developers Diversified is a self-administered and self-managed REIT operating as a fully integrated real estate company. Additional information about the Company is available on the Company's website at http://www.ddr.com.

Source: Developers Diversified Realty Corporation
   

CONTACT:  Lisa Wieting, +1-303-839-1415, Lisa@CohnMarketing.com

Web Site:  http://www.ddr.com/

American Apparel Relaunches California Select Vintage Line

LOS ANGELES, June 1 -- American Apparel (AMEX: APP), the vertically integrated clothing manufacturer based in downtown Los Angeles, is announcing the relaunch of its vintage line, California Select. The company will begin by making a special, hand-selected collection of 100 pieces available in American Apparel's online store for the first time.

Since its beginning in 2007, California Select has sold tens of thousands of vintage pieces both on Ebay - where each one was individually styled, modeled and photographed at the American Apparel headquarters in Los Angeles - at 44 exclusive retail locations worldwide. The vintage garments are sourced from out of the way warehouses and flea markets by the company's buyers in an effort to celebrate classic fashion designs and provide styles that complement the company's basic garments.

"We're passionate about and inspired by the unique nature of vintage items here at American Apparel and have amassed a really amazing collection of one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. We decided to switch from the difficult auction platform to our own webstore, not only to showcase our vintage findings to our online shoppers, but also to better meet the growing demand for the line," said Iris Alonzo, a creative director for American Apparel.

California Select's forays into vintage-inspired styles, garments reworked from vintage fabrics and products that are a hybrid of vintage and new materials, have become important sources of innovation in American Apparel's line. The recently released Sheer Rib Lace Raglan, among other styles ranging from pleated pants to flannel button ups, was developed after the success of a similar California Select pieces.

The company's newest vintage inspired styles and curated one-of-a-kind vintages pieces can now be found and purchased in the American Apparel online store.

About American Apparel

American Apparel is a vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of branded fashion basic apparel based in downtown Los Angeles, California. As of March 31, 2010, American Apparel employed approximately 10,000 people and operated 280 retail stores in 20 countries, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, United Kingdom, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Israel, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and China. American Apparel also operates a leading wholesale business that supplies high quality T-shirts and other casual wear to distributors and screen printers. In addition to its retail stores and wholesale operations, American Apparel operates an online retail e-commerce website at http://www.americanapparel.com/

Source: American Apparel
   

CONTACT:  Michaela Holmes of American Apparel, +1-213-488-0226

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

Capital Gold Group Launches StartWithGold.com

LOS ANGELES, June 1 -- Capital Gold Group, Inc., one of America's leading providers of numismatic Pre-1933 gold coins, Precious Metals IRAs, and bullion coins and bars, has announced the launch of a brand new company website, http://www.StartWithGold.com.

In addition to a dramatic improvement in appearance, the new site design offers more efficient navigation and expanded content. Direct from the StartWithGold.com home page, visitors can see live spot pricing, listen to recent editions of 'The Gold Show' syndicated radio program featuring Capital Gold Group CEO Jonathan Rose, and request a free copy of CGG's Guide to Owning Gold and other Precious Metals.

Visitors on the home page are also only one click away from an overview of the company, its leadership, its green initiatives, client testimonials, and the ways in which CGG supports corporate social responsibility, including its recent corporate donation to Global Green USA supporting the cleanup of the Gulf oil spill.

Consumers seeking more detailed information about the history, wealth protection, and risk management benefits afforded by owning tangible gold assets will find in-depth topics relating to various gold assets and methods of physical gold ownership, including both gold for direct delivery and in Precious Metals IRAs.

"Our online visitors will now experience a more pleasing visual, navigational, and robust overview of physical gold," stated Mr. Rose. "They will quickly and easily be able to enrich their knowledge of gold so that they can make an educated decision for themselves, even if they have never bought gold before."

Visitors also now have the ability to preview the most sought after coins and bars and to follow Industry News, a section worthy of bookmarking for return visits.

There is also an introduction to Capital Gold Group's one-of-a-kind Gold Affiliate Program that enables financial professionals to offer gold and other precious metals assets to their clients.

From the year 2000 to 2010, gold outperformed the DOW, the S&P 500, and the NASDAQ, and has been therefore been dubbed 'the asset of the decade'. The per ounce price of spot gold since the year 2000 has increased by nearly 400%. Individual investors, central banks, hedge funds, and institutional investors are all holding increased amounts of physical gold as protection against erratic markets and diminishing paper currencies.

For over ten years, Capital Gold Group's team of highly experienced gold specialists has been best known for providing customers with expert recommendations on the best types of precious metals to help achieve their long-term financial goals. Capital Gold Group, accredited and highly rated by the Better Business Bureau, is committed to complete transparency in every transaction and also to setting the highest ethical standards in the industry.

Capital Gold Group is headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, and can be reached at 800-510-9594 and at http://www.StartWithGold.com.

Source: Capital Gold Group, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Brenda Whitman, 1-800-510-9594, ext. 295, for Capital Gold
Group, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.startwithgold.com/
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Ektron Announces New Partner Methodology, Delivers Unique Web Software and Solutions for Social Media-Influenced Brands

Inks Deal with Solsbury Partner Group

NASHUA, N.H. and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 1 -- Ektron Inc. announced today an agreement with Solsbury Partner Group, a managed alliance consulting firm, that will augment Ektron's current partner program.  Solsbury's initiatives and methodology will support Ektron's established Best Practice Solutions for global partners and customers, while building opportunities with new systems integrators, digital agencies, and technology, training and translation partners.

"Ektron powers some of the most demanding web sites for many of the biggest brands. We've found at the top of 'wish lists' for the developers and marketing executives creating these sites is the recurrent need for solid web strategies that mitigate risk while addressing the positive and negative impact of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other social networks," said Bill Rogers, founder and CEO of Ektron.  "As a result, many Ektron partners confirm that they don't only want a web content management platform for their developer and design toolset -- they also want a true collaborator to offer joint technology solutions that address evolving web needs.  The Ektron-Solsbury alliance, allows us to align more seamlessly with our partners, extend our expertise, create unique web software solutions and ensure web project success."

As part of the alliance, Solsbury will uncover unique technology requests, so together Ektron and its partners may provide everything companies and brands need to deliver tailored, integrated and compelling sites.  "Applying the Solsbury methodology, partnering is now a 3-way street between Ektron, the services-providing partner, and the customer," said Savas Gunduz, managing partner, Solsbury Partner Group. "The pendulum has swung and social media marketing now reaches a global market faster than any other marketing tool.   Ektron chose to work with Solsbury Partner Group because as technology continues to evolve, so must existing partnerships and other relationships."

Ektron Partner and Customer Metrics

When digital agency partners such as MRM Worldwide are developing web strategies with CMO-levels of large brands, Ektron has become the web solution of choice.  "Ektron's integrated technology harnesses the power of social networking, improves operational efficiency, drives revenue growth and builds customer loyalty," said John Running, senior vice president of technology at MRM Worldwide.  "I've used Ektron since 2007 on many brands with great success."

Ektron has impacted web site strategies including NASDAQ's, who is tracking and recognizing success using Ektron's software to link with social media outlets, provide tailored content and analyze the interactions with NASDAQ.com visitors.  Other recent relative Ektron-customer metrics include:

  --  20% decrease in call center costs by enhanced website self-service at
      healthcare institutions
  --  30% increase in engagement for content providers
  --  10% increase in productivity per day with financial services customers
  --  34% increase in online revenues for retailers
  --  100% increase in online donations and membership registrations for
      many non-profits and associations

  Ektron Partner Program

Ektron works with a select group of highly qualified and trained partners. The Ektron Partner Program consists of a comprehensive set of programs and services to help existing and new partners develop and promote their solutions with enhanced enablement and greater alignment to Ektron's software and services.  The new methodology added to the Ektron Partner Program has been designed with customer satisfaction in mind, and delivers business value across a wide range of companies, small and large, across a broad set of industries, including healthcare, media and entertainment, financial services, manufacturing and non-profits.  Among the benefits of the Ektron Partner Program are:

  --  Ektron sales, marketing and engineering support
  --  Accreditation training and mentoring
  --  Professional services and staffing support
  --  Software discounts
  --  Partner communication and updates
  --  Access to Ektron community for partner support
  --  Annual user group conference and product training meeting

"In this marketplace, no web strategy or partner truly is created equal. We are impressed with Ektron's analysis of lessons learned and innovative approach to ensure project success, partner by partner, project by project, innovation by innovation.  Ektron is a trusted, behind-the-scenes brand with big-brand technology and project success," added Gunduz.

Additional information about the Ektron Partner Program may be found at http://www.ektron.com/partners/.

About Solsbury Partner Group

Solsbury Partner Group is a nationally managed alliance consulting firm and a leading advisor for technology centric alliance strategy and management. They selectively work with innovative technology industry clients across the globe to identify their highest-value teaming opportunities, and help them grow exponentially by leveraging strategic alliance programs to support their product and channel programs. Their strategic advantage comes from a group of Principals with a combined 40 years of industry alliance management experience from Accenture, PwC, HP, CA and a host of other successful technology partners. They have used this experience to create a formal set of methodologies Align & Drive to strategically define an Alliance program that aligns the goals of both the technology company and their Partner, and in turn drive revenue for both sides, and comprehensive solutions for the end clients that drive real business value.

About Ektron

Ektron Inc. has innovated web technology since 1998. By combining web content management (WCM), marketing optimization and social software, Ektron has a single web platform that improves operational efficiency, drives revenue growth and builds customer loyalty. Ektron empowers marketers to create, publish and optimize web content that engages, converts and retains customers. Developers benefit from Ektron's extensibility and commitment to the Microsoft .NET framework. Headquartered in Nashua, New Hampshire, with offices in Australia, Canada, Singapore and the United Kingdom, Ektron has more than 8,000 customers worldwide including AMC Theaters, Carnegie Hall, Kodak, Microsoft, NASDAQ, Texas Children's Hospital and the University of Notre Dame. For more information, please visit http://www.ektron.com.

Ektron and the Ektron logo, are trademarks of Ektron Inc. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Source: Ektron, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Nancy Scott, Ektron Inc., +1-603-589-5412,
Nancy.Scott@ektron.com

Web Site:  http://www.ektron.com

Savvis to Acquire Canadian-Based Fusepoint

Acquisition Actively Expands Company's Presence in Growing Canadian Hosting Market

ST. LOUIS, June 1 -- Savvis, Inc. (NASDAQ:SVVS), a global leader in cloud infrastructure and hosted IT solutions for enterprises, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Fusepoint, Inc., a portfolio company of M/C Venture Partners.  Fusepoint is a leading independent provider of managed IT and colocation services to enterprises in Canada.

Under the agreement, Savvis will acquire Fusepoint for $124.5 million in cash, subject to a working capital adjustment.  For the first quarter of 2010, Fusepoint's annualized revenue was $47.4 million.  Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter was $3.0 million, or $12.0 million on an annualized basis.

Fusepoint operates three data centers in Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal, giving the company a national footprint. Fusepoint is well-positioned in the Canadian hosting market, which is still in its early stages of growth. The company has more than 330 marquee customers.

Fusepoint has generated impressive historical growth since 2006, with an overall revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18 percent and adjusted EBITDA growing at a CAGR of 83 percent. The company has been adjusted EBITDA positive since 2005 and has generated net income and free cash flow since 2008. Fusepoint reported $41.7 million in revenue in 2009.

"The acquisition of Fusepoint is a step toward one of our most important goals to expand our geographic presence around the world," said Jim Ousley, Savvis chairman and chief executive officer. "Our largest customers have been asking us to expand into Canada, and the acquisition of Fusepoint allows us to do so in a seamless and efficient manner. Our best-in-class product set and strong vertical market focus meshes well with Fusepoint's fast growth and deep penetration of Canadian enterprises. Fusepoint has a great track record and extends Savvis' reach into the highly promising Canadian hosting market including Toronto, the financial center of Canada."

"We're pleased to become a part of the Savvis family, as we believe our offerings are very complementary and highly synergistic," said George Kerns, Fusepoint chief executive officer.  "By folding our footprint into Savvis' global operations, we'll be able to better serve our customers, by providing them with a broader range of services and access to a global footprint with leading-edge technology."

Fusepoint's three data centers have a total of more than 40,000 sellable square feet, with Toronto the largest at 28,000 sellable square feet. Over the past several years the company has made significant investments in its data centers, resulting in a set of high quality facilities.

The acquisition of Fusepoint, which is subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to close early this summer.  Savvis plans to finance the acquisition from available cash and an upsize in its existing revolver led by Wells Fargo Capital Finance, LLC, part of Wells Fargo & Company.  GCA Savvian Advisors, LLC served as exclusive financial advisor and Arnold & Porter LLP served as legal advisor to Savvis.  Signal Hill Capital Group LLC served as exclusive financial advisor, Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge LLP served as legal advisor and Olsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP served as special Canadian counsel to Fusepoint.

About Savvis

Savvis, Inc. (NASDAQ:SVVS) is a global leader in cloud infrastructure and hosted IT solutions for enterprises.  More than 2,500 unique clients, including 30 of the top 100 companies in the Fortune 500, use Savvis to reduce capital expense, improve service levels and harness the latest advances in cloud computing.  For more information, please visit savvis.net.

About Fusepoint

Established in 1999 and headquartered in the greater Toronto area, Fusepoint offers services that allow customers to outsource their mission-critical IT infrastructure and application requirements. The company's operations include managed infrastructure and hosting and enhanced traditional colocation services. Fusepoint also provides application development and maintenance services from offices in Quebec City and Montreal.

About M/C Venture Partners

M/C Venture Partners is a venture capital firm focused exclusively on the communications, media and information technology sectors. The firm has invested over $1.5 billion into nearly 100 companies in those sectors and has a long track record of success. M/C Venture Partners has offices in Boston, San Francisco and London.

Savvis Forward-Looking Statements

This document may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 about the proposed acquisition of Fusepoint by Savvis. These statements include statements regarding the anticipated closing date of the transaction and the effect of the merger on Savvis' business.  There is no assurance as to whether or when the transaction will close or that the anticipated benefits of the acquisition will be realized.  Forward-looking statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts.  They often include words like "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," and "intend" or future or conditional verbs such as "will," "would," "should," "could" or "may."  Certain factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expected results include delays in completing the acquisition, increased competitive pressures, changes in general economic conditions, extent of customer retention and generation, ability to timely and fully realize contemplated cost savings and revenues and other difficulties in integrating the operations of Savvis and Fusepoint. Savvis does not undertake, and specifically disclaims, any obligation to publicly release the result of any revision to any forward-looking statements to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or circumstances after the date of such statements.  Certain factors that could affect actual results are set forth as risk factors in Savvis' SEC reports and filings, including its annual report on Form 10-K and all subsequent filings.

Source: Savvis, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Investors:  Peggy Reilly Tharp, +1-314-628-7491,
peggy.tharp@savvis.net, Media:  George Csolak, +1-314-628-7266,
george.csolak@savvis.net

Web Site:  http://www.savvis.net/

43,000 U.S. Jobs Being Created by Software Company Noah's Classifieds

PHOENIX, June 1 -- Noah's Classifieds, the Web's most popular classified ads software for websites, has announced the opening internet land rush for its new Noahslist.com. It is a classified ads portal with a twist: creating an estimated 43,000 jobs.

The Company allows people who want to be attached to the portal by licensing the link to their geographic area. For example: if you are in Dallas, Texas, you can license and operate the Dallas, Texas portion of Noahslist.com. You get to keep the earnings from ad postings, local banner advertising, specialty ads, etc.  Noahslist.com will help drive the traffic to you as the mothership to all the cities and neighborhoods.  It is viewed as  "You represent Noahslist.com, we present you."

Noahslist.com Founder and CEO Steve Taylor states, "Being reachable at a local level makes the difference."  While you monitor the quality of the ads being posted into the given licensed area, you can also communicate as a proprietor with customers. "Run your area,  it's yours to drive."  Unlike a typical classified portal, which is generally operated externally, Noahslist.com gives users the locally-operated edge.

Noahslist.com  just cannot license to anyone. All potential licensees go through a phone interview before being accepted, as the quality and understanding what the job is has to be there. The entrepreneurial spirit has to be there.  Each person, company or newspaper which licenses an area will go through a training process to help maximize their area's full potential.

Julie White, who has licensed the Phoenix, Arizona site states, "It took three days for Noahslist.com to make a decision on who would get Phoenix Noahslist. I know my market; I have been in business in Phoenix for twelve years. I know I will do very well with this. The training and support has been great and I look forward to a prosperous 'ad-venture' with  Noahslist.com as its reachable local operator in Phoenix."

The Company has pre-licensed to some of their classified ads software customers first and has now officially opened the gates and wishes everyone good luck. To learn more about Noahslist.com and on how to obtain an area, go to http://www.noahslist.com.

Source: Noah's Classifieds
   

CONTACT:  Steve Taylor of Noah's Classifieds, +1-602-476-2651,
steve@noahslist.com

Web Site:  http://www.noahslist.com/

MSI Debuts World's First 24 inch 3D Multi-touch PC in COMPUTEX 2010

The all-in-one PC comes in Home Theater series, Core i Series & all-new Gaming Tower unveiled

TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 1 -- Along with global primary brands, MSI, a global high tech leader and prominent manufacturer in Taiwan to provide innovative and stylish products is present at the COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2010 -- which known as world's largest computing products show in AP from June1~5. MSI is displaying an array of breakthrough technologies via a range of prime and conceptual products lines on NB, All-in-One PC, motherboards and graphic cards to showcase 3D, WiMAX and Car PC with MOD system; but visitors turned their focus on MSI world's first 24 inch 120Hz panel 3D touch screen computer: the Wind Top AE2420 3D.

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With accumulated rich experiences in designs and manufacturing on notebooks, all-in-one PCs, motherboards and graphics cards, MSI continuous to follow the company's motto as "Insist on the Best", and its brand concept to be "Best in performance Ultimate in multimedia" for bringing the future a better world of better technology living. As the company marks 2010 as "Brand Implementation Year", visitors are not surprise and expecting innovative and well-designed products from MSI.

There are reasons why MSI 3D AIO PC captured visitors' attention in the COMPUTEX. AE2420 3D features with amazing specs such as MSI exclusive built-in 3D Station(TM) technology, 3D Shutter Glasses and Hollywood grade sound system, and more important, the 3D AIO PC comes with the latest Intel(R) Core(TM) i series high performance core computing series, full HD high resolution and THX Hollywood-grade acoustic home theater series, all in all could well-suited to various situations and applications including commercial, business, education or at home. Two heavyweight Gaming Tower PCs with powerful hardware specs and dazzling exterior designs are also unveiled to meet gamers' expectations.

Forged with MSI 3D Station(TM)Technology -- MSI 3D AIO PC Experience the wonder of touching 3D images that actually seem real.

MSI Wind Top AE2420 3D is the world's first touch screen 3D All-in-One that can run touch-operated 3D games. The MSI All-in-One PC product line is a global pacesetter and the first to introduce a 3D All-in-One PC with touch screen functionality. Wind Top AE2420 3D features MSI's exclusively developed 3D Station(TM) technology combined with a 120Hz high resolution panel that transmits high density 3D digital content to Shutter Glasses. Through precise image processing technology, it uses 3D visual effects that simulate how the human eye views actual images. The Wind Top AE2420 3D comes with MSI's exclusive 3D Infinity Shutter Glasses and a tailored panel that creates smoother overall 3D picture imaging. MSI's 3D Station technology can also take 2D images and instantly transform them into 3D images, solving the current shortage of 3D movies. Even DVD rentals or everyday home videos can be instantly transformed and viewed in 3D. Previously, 3D stereoscopic images could only be viewed at a movie theater. Now, they can be viewed in the comfort of your own home. The Wind Top AE2420 3D comes with 3D Infinity (Shutter Glasses) that solve the potential issue of angle deviation when watching 3D movies. This means many people can watch 3D images on one display at the same time -- and the big 24 inch display is suitable for the whole family to enjoy together.

Intel(R) Core(TM)I Processor -- High Performance All-in-One

MSI will also be exhibiting all-new 24, 22, and 20-inch high performance All-in-One PCs with the latest 2010 Intel(R) Core(TM) series (Core i3/i5/i7) processors, namely the Wind Top AE2420, AE2280, and AE2040. With Intel's intelligent Turbo Boost and Hyper Threading technologies, automatic regulation of processing frequencies and virtual processors are capable of satisfying the needs of the highest performing programs while achieving power efficiency. The built-in Intel(R) Core i processors are high performance models that prioritize outstanding performance to meet demand. With Intel's newest, most powerful processors and a number of high-end computing technologies, you can carry out multiple tasks at any time. Send and receive email, watch a movie, or manage data on an external device -- take advantage of getting twice the results with half the work. Intelligent technologies make life more efficient.

Brand New Gaming Tower PC -- Drakon Advent

Designed for world's most hardcore gamers, msi is presenting Drakon series Gaming Tower PC, featuring Intel(R)'s latest Core(TM) i7 processor and P55 chipset platform;  ATI(TM) Radeon(TM) HD 5000 series high-end graphic card with 7.1 THX certified audio output, tailoring a top-notch performance solution for gamers. Drakon series are engineered with msi's exclusive OC genie technology, automatically detect the optimal setting for the system within seconds. With 80 PLUS certified power supply and CPU water-cooling module to enhance system stability, Drakon series are build to deliver gamers the most engaging, most exclusive, and most exciting gaming experience.

Hollywood-Grade Sound -- Home Theater All-in-One

This year, MSI will display a home cinema All-in-One series: the Wind Top AE2420, AE2400, and the AE2260. With 24, 22, and 20-inch displays, the different visual requirements of consumers can all be satisfied. MSI leads the industry as the first to release an All-in-One PC with Hollywood-grade THX TruStudio Pro(TM) audio technology. THX is the standard audio technology used by Hollywood; it's also a common sound reproduction standard in Hollywood- released DVDs, home theater systems, and high-end car audio systems. MSI is the first to include this audio technology in a PC. So, when users are watching movies or playing games, they can experience Hollywood-grade acoustic vibrations. THX TruStudio Pro(TM) comes with 5 major technologies: TruStudio Pro Surround enhances surround sound, and with added hardware, can produce 7.1 channel surround sound; TruStudio Pro Crystalizer restores compressed music files to their original quality; TruStudio Pro Dialog Plus enhances voices and is useful when studying a language or, when watching movies late at night, when it can still render dialogue that is clearly audible; TruStudio Pro Speaker fills in missing low frequencies and makes it seem like the PC has a subwoofer box installed; and TruStudio Pro Smart Volume can effectively control the volume levels of different music files. The 5 functions of THX Studio Pro(TM) can all be turned off or on, giving users even more choices to tweak sound settings in different acoustic environments. The Wind Top home theater model's image performance is also extremely impressive. With a 16:9 widescreen display, a Full HD 1080p high resolution panel, and HDMI inputs, images are true and lifelike. Also, the ATI(R) Radeon Mobility series discrete graphics card provides advanced imaging quality and supports high resolution HD image processing, so watching high resolution HD movies or playing 3D games is easy. The picture is vivid and clear, and the colors are rich. It is the optimum PC solution for both dynamic image and digital picture enthusiasts.

Well-Suited to All Kinds of Situations and Applications -- Business All- in-One

The All-in-One PC integrates all parts of a computer inside an advanced multi-touch display. For this reason, personal computers will no longer be limited to just personal use. During the COMPUTEX, MSI will unveil a series of All-in-One PCs suitable for different types of commercial, educational, and small business applications, including the 20 inch and 19 inch Wind Top MSI All-in-One PCs that should become first choice for small and medium enterprises. In the home, whether for personal use, home entertainment, or for use as a family PC, you'll enjoy MSI's multi-touch functionality along with the rich and intuitive interface of the AP2000/AP1920. The multi-touch operating mode delivers a major breakthrough in how computers are used, and because of this, has spurred the development of diverse applications for use in different business situations. The All-in-One touch screen computer can be used not only as a personal desktop computer; it may also be the optimum classroom tool of the future and thus something the education market needs to experience. At the same time, it's an art gallery or museum guide's richest, most intuitive tool, and can even serve as a small, interactive information screen. MSI All-in-One PCs have always emphasized green concepts, reducing carbon emissions through lower power consumption; all business models have received the USA's Energy Star Mark. On average, each model's energy consumption is at least 90% lower than a traditional 300W PC, which also lets the All-in-One PC transcend the personal computing category and move ahead to become the best medium for interactive transmission of all kinds of information.

MSI All-in-One home entertainment models shown in COMPUTEX included the 3D AIO with integrated touch screen, the Gaming Tower PC tailor-made for gamers, and the Wind Top AP series capable of capturing the business market with its suitability in a wide range of business scenarios, all fully demonstrate MSI's intense efforts and outstanding results in system product development. Whether for the fashion-conscious with high audio/video performance requirements, those seeking to make their lives more efficient, professionals seeking a highly functional user experience, or for gamers with strict system performance requirements, MSI system products all provide total solutions enabling MSI to become a focus at this year's COMPUTEX.

Access MSI's official website: http://www.msi.com/ / for more detailed products and specs.

About MSI

Established in 1986, MIS is a world-class IT vendor. With its management philosophy of "insist on the best," MSI has built on its many years of experience in motherboard and graphics card R&D and production to expand into new business areas that include notebook PCs, all-in-one PCs and in-car audiovisual systems. As part of the company's drive to establish itself as a leading global brand, MSI has introduced a new corporate identification system (CIS), which symbolizes its advance into a new era of branded manufacturing. Leveraging its high production capacity, advanced technology, high quality and strong R&D capabilities, MSI is working to establish itself as one of the world's top ten notebook PC brands by 2010, and as one of the top ten PC system brands by 2012.While emphasizing market development, MSI is also committed to fulfilling its responsibilities as a good corporate citizen, focusing on environmental protection and making a meaningful contribution to society. In March 2009, MSI was ranked by Common Wealth magazine as one of Taiwan's Top 50 Corporate Citizens, and was also included in Global Views Monthly's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Top 70. In the future, MSI will be maintaining its commitment to CSR, and will continue to adhere to a management philosophy that emphasizes concern for society as a whole and MSI's role as a global citizen. MSI will be taking practical steps to make a real contribution towards the well-being of the general public, in line with the company's vision of "Beautiful Lives and Green Homes."

For more event-related information, please visit: http://www.msi.com/

Any changes to the information provided in this news release will not be announced; MSI maintains the right to modify content within this publication related to technology, images, and/or text.

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Source: MSI
   

CONTACT: Kelly Lo, Tel: +886-2-3234-5599

Web site: http://www.msi.com/

New E-Commerce Site Finds 'El Amor Latino in All of Us'

EstaNoche.com offers adult toys and related content to Latinos and those who love them

AUSTIN, Texas, June 1 -- Campari Holdings LLC today announced the launch of EstaNoche.com, a new website that offers a hand-picked selection of high quality adult toys, engaging articles and valuable expertise at a destination that is specifically designed for the sexy, sensual Hispanic community in the United States.

EstaNoche was created to offer an unsurpassed level of quality, value, privacy and usability for those who are ready to set their camas en fuego. The site also takes into consideration that many EstaNoche visitors will be fairly new to the space - supporting the site with education, and without any intimidation or judgment.

La gente behind EstaNoche began their venture after realizing that, even as the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population for decades, Latinos weren't being catered to in online retail and the adult toy space. "In a world where 'targeting Hispanics' has typically meant translating English content into Spanish, we know that Latinos are not unique only because of the language they speak," explained EstaNoche chief executive Seth Paskin.

"In fact, most online Hispanics in the U.S. shop in English while maintaining their strong cultural identity," says Paskin. "So we listened and built EstaNoche.com from the ground up to offer our fellow Latinos an authentic online experience that speaks to them.  EstaNoche.com is not the 'Spanish version' of something else - we are here to celebrate Hispanic sexuality and create a new way of doing business in the $1.5B adult toy industry."

EstaNoche's goal is to make Latinos feel comfortable as they embark on adding mas aventura to their sex lives. But Hispanic or not, they should also experience a site that is attractive, simple and fun to use. Sex technology columnist and author Regina Lynn, who is an advisor and contributor to the site, agrees. "EstaNoche's product catalog is excellent for any price point and audience, and is surprisingly similar to my own personal collection," she admits. "As well, the site itself is both beautiful and sensual -- not unlike many Latinos I've had the pleasure to know."

EstaNoche's launch comes after months of extensive product, market and usability research and testing by a diverse team that includes singles, married people, hombres, mujeres, straights, gays, and younger and older individuals who cover a diverse mix of races and cultures. To learn more about EstaNoche, visit EstaNoche.com or email pr@estanoche.com.

Source: Campari Holdings LLC
   

CONTACT:  Lauren Davis, +1-512-751-2946, lauren.davis@gmail.com, for
Campari Holdings LLC

Web Site:  http://estanoche.com/

ViXS announces XCode(R) 4210 Android(TM) Software Development Kit

TORONTO, June 1 -- ViXS Systems Inc., a leading provider of smart network multimedia processor solutions that enable a rich video entertainment experience, announced today that it is launching a ViXS Android(TM) Software Development Kit (SDK) for ViXS' XCode(R) 4210, which will enable consumer electronics manufacturers to more easily develop Android(TM)-based multimedia products. Android(TM) is Google's open source operating system that has been developed for a variety of media-rich devices.

Televisions and set-top boxes leveraging the Android(TM) platform are among the new devices that allow consumers to view and experience digital media content in new and different ways. By providing an Android(TM) SDK with HD multimedia processing such as transcoding and transcryption, ViXS is fostering an environment where consumers will have more choice in how they consume digital media content from multiple sources.

"Android(TM) support enables our customers to provide a suite of applications to the consumers using the hardware features of the XCode(R) 4210 in combination with the flexibility of this operating system," said Sally Daub, President and CEO of ViXS Systems. "By enabling entertainment devices with Android(TM), ViXS is supporting an environment where consumers have more choices in how they consume digital media content from multiple sources and provide consumers with access to the applications available in association with Android(TM), such as Google TV."

About ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS is a multimedia solutions innovator providing technologies for processing, managing, securing and distributing high quality video and audio allowing seamless multimedia control, conversion, and connectivity between many classes and sizes of digital entertainment devices.

ViXS Systems supplies advanced System-on-Chip semiconductors, software solutions and hardware reference designs for the world's top manufacturers of Digital TVs, DVDs, Set-top boxes, Personal Video Recorders, PCs, Network-Attached Storage devices, Residential/Home Gateways, Blu-ray players/recorders, as well as Broadcast and Professional Equipment OEMs.

ViXS Systems is a leading fabless semiconductor company headquartered in Toronto, Canada with global operations and offices in Europe, Asia and North America. ViXS has filed more than 240 patents worldwide with over 70 patents being issued to date. Listed for three years running as one of Deloitte's fastest growing North American companies, ViXS is setting new standards in the way digital entertainment is viewed and transmitted across an endless array of multimedia products.

For more information on ViXS, please visit our website: http://www.vixs.com.

Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Use of this trademark is subject to Google Permissions.

Source: ViXS Systems Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Janet Craig, Tel: (647) 256-2506, E-mail: jcraig@vixs.com

NXP, STMicroelectronics, Trusted Logic and Stollmann to Promote Hardware-Independent NFC API for Android(TM)

GENEVA and EINDHOVEN, Netherlands, June 1 -- Market-leading NFC vendors STMicroelectronics (NYSE:STM) and NXP today announced, in conjunction with Trusted Logic and Stollmann, that the companies are to promote a common hardware-independent API (Application Programming Interface) for NFC (Near Field Communication) applications on mobile phones and other devices running Android(TM).

The companies will release an update of their recently published Android APIs to the community as a proposal for a mutual standard. The common NFC API is seen as a central resource enabling developers to create NFC applications to be distributed through app stores. This will enable mobile phone users to access a new range of contactless applications capable of conveniences such as mobile payments, transport and event ticketing as well as data sharing directly from their Android(TM) phone.

The API is a result of consultations with various eco-systems partners, including mobile network operators, handset manufacturers and NFC controller providers. It is supported by protocol stacks that are compatible with major NFC chip platforms from STMicroelectronics and NXP and can be used for mobile phones, mobile Internet devices, PCs and more.

"NXP has always been at the forefront of mobile transactions and is committed to enable NFC on Android-based devices jointly with other industry leaders," said Henri Ardevol, General Manager Secure Transactions, NXP Semiconductors. "We are pleased to collaborate with STMicroelectronics, Stollmann, Trusted Logic and other partners to define and standardize a truly open NFC API for Android."

"Technical collaboration between leading NFC-protocol stack vendors and NFC-chip manufacturers is both a major and necessary step towards massive adoption of NFC in the Android environment," said Laurent Degauque, Telecom & NFC Marketing Manager, STMicroelectronics. "This joint and open approach, shared by four key players, will pave the way for the successful deployment of NFC technology and create increased confidence for customers."

Philippe Dubois, General Manager Professional and Consumer Devices, Trusted Logic, comments: "A single common API agreed on by the major solution providers is essential to develop the NFC ecosystem within Android and meet our customers' expectations."

"A well maintained protocol stack that conforms to standards and supports the features of NFC is the key to make NFC a successful and flexible technology and to attract developers to write applications for NFC on Android a common API is another one," said Christian Luhrs, General Manager, Stollmann.

The API specification will be accessible via a single email request to NFCforAndroid@trusted-logic.com and nfc@stollmann.de. An Apache License 2.0 model was selected in order to provide a legal framework to new contributions.

About NXP Semiconductors

NXP Semiconductors provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions that leverage its leading RF, Analog, Power Management, Interface, Security and Digital Processing expertise. These innovations are used in a wide range of automotive, identification, wireless infrastructure, lighting, industrial, mobile, consumer and computing applications. Headquartered in Europe, the company has approximately 28,000 employees working in more than 25 countries and posted sales of USD 3.8 billion in 2009. News from NXP is located at http://www.nxp.com.

About STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics is a global leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications with innovative semiconductor solutions. ST aims to be the undisputed leader in multimedia convergence and power applications leveraging its vast array of technologies, design expertise and combination of intellectual property portfolio, strategic partnerships and manufacturing strength. In 2009, the Company's net revenues were $8.51 billion. Further information on ST can be found at http://www.st.com.

NXP - Forward-looking Statements

This release may contain certain forward-looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations and business of NXP and certain plans and objectives of NXP with respect to these items. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainty because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur in the future and there are many factors that could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

Source: STMicroelectronics
   

CONTACT:  STMicroelectronics: Michael Markowitz, +1-781-591-0354,
michael.markowitz@st.com; or NXP Semiconductors: Europe, Alexander Tarzi,
+43-1-60870-1649, alexander.tarzi@nxp.com, or Americas, Rebecca Samuel,
+1-408-474-8769, rebecca.samuel@nxp.com, or Greater China, Fei Wang,
+86-10-8520-8307, fei.wang@nxp.com, or APAC, Mark Chisholm, +65-6882-5092,
mark.chisholm@nxp.com

Web Site:  http://www.st.com/

ImageSoft Announces ImageSoft iJustice Solution to Connect Courts, Prosecutors and Law Enforcement to Reduce Costs and Backlogs

Releases White Paper on The Paper-On-Demand Court; ECM in Courts

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 1 -- ImageSoft, Inc., which provides technology solutions to automate, streamline and improve workplace processes, announces the availability of ImageSoft iJustice, an enterprise content management (ECM) and workflow solution to link key stakeholders, including judges, case workers, prosecutors, law enforcement, the court clerk and the public to improve productivity, foster collaboration and communication, and reduce costs.

The solution combines ECM, preconfigured workflows for common case types and electronic signature to create a dramatically more efficient court.  Workflow sets this solution apart from others by facilitating automated and consistent processes and improving productivity across the enterprise.

"ImageSoft iJustice makes each department vastly more efficient," said Scott Bade, president of ImageSoft, Inc.  "It also bridges the gaps between the courts, prosecutors and law enforcement to connect disparate systems and processes and to provide immediate improvements in law enforcement and judicial processes for enhanced constituent services."

Powered by OnBase® ECM, ImageSoft iJustice automates repetitive tasks, standardizes processes across multiple user locations and delivers instant access to files, facilitating quicker responses to requests for information from outside agencies.  As a scalable solution, ImageSoft iJustice can serve a single department or an entire enterprise.  When bundled with electronic signing capabilities, document creation and redaction, this unique court solution facilitates faster and better informed decisions across the entire judicial system.

Key features of the solution include imaging, workflow, eFiling, dynamic case folderviewer, records management, CMS integration and TrueSign(TM) electronic signature, which enables judges and attorneys to swiftly sign documents as part of the electronic workflow process.

ImageSoft began rolling out ImageSoft iJustice to courts and law enforcement first in Michigan, where more than 20 courts use the solution, and has since expanded across the country, including a statewide initiative in Oregon.

"The hard numbers of savings do not begin to accurately indicate the benefits of the system, such as paper savings, space conservation or other efficiencies," said John Battle, Genesee County Friend of the Court (FOC).  "This solution has enabled us to upgrade almost every process in the FOC, creating efficiencies throughout the office.  I am sure that other departments have experienced similar savings. The Circuit Court Clerk's Office, for instance, was able to catch up a backlog in filing of cases and has also enjoyed the benefit of being able to reprioritize the use of its employees."

Beyond the announcement of its ImageSoft iJustice solution, ImageSoft has also published a new white paper, The Paper-On-Demand Court; ECM in Courts, which may be downloaded free of charge at http://www.imagesoftinc.com.

"Paper-on-demand is a way of thinking," said Bade.  "It is a discipline that when made pervasive throughout the court enterprise, dramatic cost savings follow.  ECM systems provide significant, paradigm-shifting value to courts of all types.  In fact, the savings to a court are greater than any other single technology initiative."

About ImageSoft, Inc.

Founded in 1996, ImageSoft is based in Southfield, Mich., and today serves customers throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico.  Its markets include government, the courts, healthcare, insurance companies, educational institutions, and manufacturers.  An award-winning company, ImageSoft has twice been named one of the Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies by Inc. Magazine and is repeatedly selected as one of Michigan's Economic Bright Spots and as one of Metropolitan Detroit's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.  Additionally, in 2008 the Edward Lowe Foundation cited ImageSoft as a Michigan 50 Companies to Watch.

Source: ImageSoft, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Beverly Lyons, ImageSoft, Inc., +1-248-948-8100, ext. 330,
blyons@imagesoftinc.com

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

Accuvant Named Top Technology Practice in Security by Everything Channel

- Company Also Ranked No. 199 Among North America's Top 500 Technology Integrators -

DENVER, June 1 -- Accuvant, the only research-driven information security partner delivering alignment, clarity and confidence to enterprise clients, announced today that it has been named the Top Technology Practice in Security by Everything Channel, the premier provider of IT channel-focused events, media, research, consulting, and sales and marketing services. The company was recognized as part of the 16th annual VAR500 list, which ranks North America's top technology integrators, of which Accuvant placed No. 199.

"We are honored to be named this year's 'Top Technology Practice in Security,' which underscores how incredibly talented our employees are and their success in delivering security solutions to our clients," said Dan Wilson, vice president of strategic alliances for Accuvant. "We are also thrilled to once again be named to the VAR500 list, and to have increased our ranking year-over-year. Over the past five years, Accuvant has experienced more than 700 percent revenue growth, which we believe is a direct result of our outstanding client service, deeply knowledgeable employees and award-winning manufacturer relationships."

Finalists for the Top Technology Practice in Security award, which is one of only nine technology practice awards given by Everything Channel this year, were selected by an editorial panel comprised of executives, journalists and industry experts who nominated solution providers with security expertise from the VAR500 list. Accuvant was selected as the winner based on its outstanding year-over-year growth combined with the superior technology consulting and service offerings it provides to its clients. Accuvant's accomplishment will be recognized during the VAR500/CIO 50 Awards Dinner, held at Cipriani Wall Street, on June 8, 2010.

"Accuvant is a true expert in providing solutions and services to clients with information security needs," said Alex Thurber, senior vice president, worldwide channels for McAfee. "This award from Everything Channel recognizes Accuvant's outstanding performance, and it's that same level of performance that led McAfee to name Accuvant our 2009 North American Partner of the Year. We look forward to continued strong results from Accuvant in the future."

"The VAR500 is the who's who of the solution provider community. Juniper Networks, F5 Networks and McAfee are just a few of the leading security technology manufacturers who rely on the VAR 500 to sell their products to businesses," said Kelley Damore, vice president, editorial director, Everything Channel. "Even more importantly, they solve customers' biggest IT business problems through product integration, training, consulting and services. In companies large and small, the VAR 500 are considered integration experts, trusted business advisors and invaluable partners. We are honored to compile this list and represent this audience."

The 16th annual ranking VAR500 list details the leading producers among technology integrators and technology solution provider organizations in North America based on gross worldwide revenue of hardware and software sales, as well as earnings from professional and managed IT services. This year's list reflects the strength of the technology reseller channel as the ranking includes 182 new companies with four percent of the new entrants landing in the Top 100. The complete listing of the VAR500 is published in print and available online at CRN.com.

About Accuvant

Accuvant is the only research-driven information security partner delivering alignment between IT security and business objectives, clarity to complex security challenges and confidence in enterprise security decisions.

Accuvant delivers these solutions through three practice areas: Risk and Compliance Management, Accuvant LABS and Technology Solutions. Based on our clients' unique requirements, Accuvant assesses; architects and implements the policies, procedures and technologies that most efficiently and effectively protect valuable data assets.

Since 2002, more than 2,500 organizations, including 35 of the Fortune 100, have trusted Accuvant with their data security challenges. Headquartered in Denver, Accuvant has offices in 28 cities across the United States. For more information, please visit http://www.accuvant.com, follow us on Twitter: @accuvant, or keep in touch via Facebook: http://tiny.cc/facebook553.

Everything Channel

Everything Channel is the premier provider of IT channel-focused events, media, research, consulting, and sales and marketing services. With over 30 years of experience and engagement, Everything Channel has the unmatched channel expertise to execute integrated solutions for technology executives managing partner recruitment, enablement and go-to-market strategy in order to accelerate technology sales. Everything Channel is a UBM company. To learn more about Everything Channel, visit us at http://www.everythingchannel.com/.

About United Business Media Limited (http://www.unitedbusinessmedia.com)

UBM (UBM.L) focuses on two principal activities: worldwide information distribution, targeting and monitoring; and, the development and monetization of B2B communities and markets. UBM's businesses inform markets and serve professional commercial communities - from doctors to game developers, from journalists to jewelry traders, from farmers to pharmacists - with integrated events, online, print and business information products. Our 6,500 staff in more than 30 countries are organized into specialist teams that serve these communities, bringing buyers and sellers together, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently.

Source: Accuvant
   

CONTACT:  Jessica Crow of Accuvant, +1-303-291-5433, jcrow@accuvant.com;
or Susan Vaillancourt of SV Communications, +1-603-598-8333, susan@svcomm.com;
or Jill Aaronson of Everything Channel, +1-516-562-7847,
jillian.aaronson@ec.ubm.com

Web Site:  http://www.accuvant.com/

Shanda Interactive and Hurray! Enter Into Asset Sale Agreement

BEIJING, June 1 -- Shanda Interactive Entertainment Limited (Shanda) (NASDAQ:SNDA), a leading interactive entertainment media company in China and Hurray! Holding Co., Ltd. (Hurray!) (NASDAQ:HRAY), a leader in online video portal operations, artist development, music production, wireless music distribution, and other wireless value-added services in China, today announced that Shanda and Hurray!  have entered into a definitive agreement under which Hurray! will acquire an online audio business of Shanda in exchange for 415,384,615 newly issued ordinary shares of Hurray!, and concurrently, Shanda will acquire Hurray!'s recorded music and wireless value-added services businesses in exchange for an aggregate of US$36,944,267 in cash, subject to adjustment based on the May 31, 2010 cash balances of the businesses being transferred to Shanda. The net consideration to Hurray!, for its businesses excluding payment for the cash balances in the businesses being transferred is estimated to be approximately US$11 million.

A committee, comprised of three independent directors of Hurray!, represented Hurray! in the negotiations of the transaction agreement and received fairness opinion on the proposed transaction from its independent financial advisor, KPMG Advisory (China) Limited. After extended negotiations and careful consideration, the special committee approved the proposed transaction.

Completion of the transaction will be subject to various conditions, including the approval of the issuance of the ordinary shares of Hurray! to Shanda at Hurray!'s shareholders' meeting. The transaction is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2010.

About Shanda Interactive Entertainment Limited

Shanda Interactive Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:SNDA) ("Shanda") is a leading interactive entertainment media company in China, offering a broad array of online entertainment content on an integrated service platform to a large and diverse user base. Shanda offers its high quality entertainment content through its subsidiaries and affiliates, including Shanda Games, Shanda Literature, Hurray!, and various other online community and business units. The broad variety of content ranges from massively multi-player online role-playing games (MMORPGs) and advanced casual games, to chess and board games, e-sports, literature, film, television, mobile ringtones and music, etc. By providing a centralized platform through which Shanda can deliver its own content as well as third-party content, Shanda allows its users to interact with thousands of other users while enjoying some of the best entertainment content available in China today. Shanda: "Interaction enriches your life". For more information about Shanda, please visit http://www.snda.com/ .

About Hurray! Holding Co., Ltd.

Hurray! is a leader in video, music, and wireless services. In video, through its ku6.com subsidiary, Hurray! is one of the leaders in online video portal operations in China. In music, Hurray! provides artist development, music production, and recorded music distribution in China through its record labels Freeland Music, New Run Entertainment, Secular Bird, and Seed Music. Through its Fly Songs subsidiary, Hurray! organizes concerts and other musical events in China. The company provides online distribution of music and music-related products that include ringtones, ringbacktones, and truetones to mobile users in China. These tone products are distributed through wireless value-added service platforms over mobile networks and the internet. In wireless services, Hurray! provides a wide range of other wireless value-added services to mobile users in China, including games, pictures and animation, community, and other media and entertainment services.

Forward-looking Statements

This press release contains statements of a forward-looking nature. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these forward-looking statements by terminology such as "will," "expects," "believes" and similar statements, which include without limitation the possibility that Hurray! may be unable to obtain shareholder approval required for the issuance of Hurray! ordinary shares and statements regarding Hurray!'s and Shanda's respective abilities to (i) achieve synergies with their respective acquisitions and (ii) capture opportunities in the internet and media market in China.  The accuracy of these statements may be impacted by a number of business risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated, including: the risk that this or any future transaction will not create the operational and financial results that the management and boards of directors of Hurray! and Shanda expect, including in particular the possibility that this transaction may not be accretive to earnings in any future period or that Hurray! or Shanda will not continue to be able to attract users in China; the risk that Hurray! or Shanda will not be able to effectively manage or utilize their respective acquired assets; the risk that the popularity of video or audio-related online services or other interactive media will not continue to grow or that it may decrease; the risk that this and any future transaction could divert management's attention from Hurray!'s or Shanda's operations, which could adversely affect results of operations; and the risks outlined in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our registration statements on Form F-1. We do not undertake any obligation to update this forward-looking information, except as required under applicable law.

  For more information, please contact:

  For Shanda:
   Dahlia Wei, IR Associate Director
   Elyse Liao, IR Senior Manager
   Tel    +86-21-5050-4740 in Shanghai
   Email: IR@snda.com

  For Hurray!:
   Matthew Zhao Investor Relations Officer
   Tel:   +86-10-5758-6818 in Beijing
   Email: ir@hurray.com.cn

Source: Shanda Interactive Entertainment Limited
   

CONTACT: For Shanda: Dahlia Wei, IR Associate Director, Elyse Liao, IR
Senior Manager, +86 21 5050 4740 in Shanghai, or IR@snda.com; For Hurray!:
Matthew Zhao, Investor Relations Officer, +86 10 5758 6818 in Beijing, or
ir@hurray.com.cn

Web site: http://www.snda.com/

TFCC Releases Newest Version of Its Emergency Notification System, Now Called TFCC Alert®

Easier to use system includes weather alerts, new user interface, advanced security controls, social media integration, and enhanced public sign-up page

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 1 -- Twenty First Century Communications (TFCC) announces the release of TFCC Alert®, the newest version of its emergency notification system. New advanced alerting capabilities improve communications, increase the effectiveness of emergency efforts, and ultimately reduce the costs of a traditional communications infrastructure.

With the TFCC Alert emergency notification system, government, corporate, utility, education and healthcare clients can send targeted messages to select groups or geographic areas by landline, cell phone, VoIP phone, PDA, pager, text, email, fax and TTY/TDD machines.  The system also integrates with Twitter, which will give clients greater reach in fewer steps.

Jim Curran, chief technology officer for TFCC reports, "Our research and development process includes extensive work with government, corporate, utility, education and healthcare clients who use our emergency notification system every day. TFCC Alert is a blend of ideas and requests from customers, our product development team and our client management team."

TFCC Alert includes a new user interface.   The task based workflow and one-page quick launch make sending notifications stress-free.  Users now select the type of message they'd like to send and TFCC Alert will present only the options needed for the particular message type.

Lynn Diebold, director of emergency communications for the Monterey County, CA  , has previewed the system and said, "I like that the activation and creation process is uncluttered, and that the default options are customizable and can be changed based on my needs."

TFCC Alert allows for an unlimited number of users and includes a flexible array of user profiles with different permissions, access and visibility restrictions.  The system also allows for limitless security groups and provides clients with the ability to self-manage their groups.

"TFCC Alert is straight forward and simple. I'm very pleased that the activation process takes one page instead of multiple pages. The new look is much cleaner," said Bob Armstrong, director, emergency management & fire prevention for The Ohio State University.

The new weather module lets government agencies notify citizens of rapidly approaching severe weather. The public can register to receive severe thunderstorm, flash flood and tornado warnings on their landline or cell phone.

Government agencies can continue to collect unlisted phone numbers, cell phone numbers and email addresses via our enhanced public sign-up page.  The new sign-up page allows residents to register up to five additional contacts under their account, such as parents, siblings, and spouses.

TFCC Alert is backed by our client care commitment.  Each client is partnered with a dedicated client manager and supported by our live 24/7/365 Help Desk.  Clients now also have access to the new online Resource Center.  Here clients will find best practices, FAQ's, sample operating procedures, training exercises and much more.  All of this is in addition to the enhanced Online Help, a searchable online database of easy-to-find technical help.

About Twenty First Century Communications

By using technology to connect people to information, TFCC provides time-sensitive communication solutions that help clients quickly receive and send high volumes of information to the right people at the right time, using most any communication device.

For more than 20 years their suite of web-based, high-speed, high-volume notification solutions have been the industry standard. Backed by the largest and most reliable telecommunications network in North America, TFCC's reliable inbound and outbound communication solutions are in place at hundreds of government, corporate, utility, education and healthcare organizations all across the country.  For more information visit: http://www.tfcci.com

  Contact: John Rhind
  Twenty First Century Communications Director, Marketing & Communications
  Phone: 614.442-1215 ext. 262
  Email: john.rhind@tfcci.com

Source: Twenty First Century Communications
   

CONTACT:  John Rhind, Director, Marketing & Communications, Twenty First
Century Communications, +1-614-442-1215 ext. 262, john.rhind@tfcci.com

Web Site:  http://www.tfcci.com/

Novell Announces Support for MeeGo

TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 1 -- (COMPUTEX TAIPEI) - Novell today announced it will release SUSE® MeeGo as a fully supported operating system for netbooks. Novell expects SUSE MeeGo to be pre-installed on a variety of devices from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in the next twelve months.

SUSE MeeGo is built on the codestream from the MeeGo Project, the new Linux-based operating system established by Intel and Nokia and designed for next-generation netbooks and other mobile devices.  The planned shipment of SUSE MeeGo with multiple hardware OEMs further extends Novell's leadership in this rapidly growing market, and gives users a powerful and affordable alternative to existing desktop computing environments.

"Our commitment to ship SUSE MeeGo further extends our position as the leading OS vendor in the desktop Linux market," said Guy Lunardi, director of Client Preloads at Novell.  "Novell is passionate about providing users with a better computing experience and MeeGo will deliver on that promise.  Our experience as the leading commercial provider of desktop Linux* environments -- from thin clients, to workstations, through netbooks, notebooks and desktop devices -- puts us in a great position to deliver SUSE MeeGo to a broad base of original equipment and device manufacturers."

SUSE MeeGo builds on the longstanding collaboration between Novell and Intel to encourage OEMs and original design manufacturers (ODMs) to adopt Moblin. This effort has met with strong success, as large ODMs, including Samsung and MSI, have shipped netbook and mobile devices powered by SUSE Moblin. A leading contributor to the Moblin project, Novell is now also a key participant in the development of MeeGo. To support the development of new Linux-based operating systems, Novell has established Novell® OpenLabs in Taiwan, in conjunction with the local government there.

"Novell's support of MeeGo only further establishes their commitment to enhancing the mobile Linux experience," said Doug Fisher, vice president of the Software and Services Group and general manager of the Systems Software Division at Intel Corporation. "SUSE MeeGo together with Intel® Atom(TM) processor-based platforms will provide consumers choice for Linux operating systems on netbooks and emerging mobile devices."

Novell will be showcasing SUSE MeeGo 1.0 at the COMPUTEX conference in Taipei, Taiwan beginning today. In addition, Novell will be an active participant in the Intel* Atom* Software Summit as both a speaker and technology showcase provider. To learn more about SUSE MeeGo visit Novell booth L401-L404 at the Nangang Exhibition Hall during the show.

About Novell

Novell, Inc. (NASDAQ:NOVL), a leader in Intelligent Workload Management, helps organizations securely deliver and manage computing services across physical, virtual and cloud computing environments.  We help customers reduce the cost, complexity, and risk associated with their IT systems through our solutions for identity and security, systems management, collaboration and Linux-based operating platforms. With our infrastructure software and ecosystem of partnerships, Novell integrates mixed IT environments, allowing people and technology to work as one. For more information, visit http://www.novell.com.

Novell and SUSE are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc. in the United States and other countries.  *All third-party trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Source: Novell, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Kerry Adorno of Novell, Inc., +1-781-464-8042,
kadorno@novell.com; or Kristin Conforti of PAN Communications,
+1-978-474-1900, usenovell@pancomm.com, for Novell, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.novell.com/

Myriad Group and MIPS Technologies Accelerate Android(TM) Application Performance up to 5x

Myriad's Dalvik Turbo Engine Optimized for MIPS® Architecture

TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 1 -- COMPUTEX -- MIPS Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIPS), a leading provider of industry-standard processor architectures and cores for digital consumer, home networking, wireless, communications and business applications, and Myriad Group AG (SIX: MYRN), a global leader in mobile technology with software in over 2 billion phones, today announced availability of a high-performance full method-based Dalvik Turbo virtual machine (VM) optimized for the MIPS® architecture. Myriad's Dalvik Turbo VM replaces the standard Android Dalvik engine, accelerating performance up to 5x on real-world Android(TM) applications running on MIPS-Based(TM) devices.

With Dalvik Turbo VM, MIPS licensees can create SoCs with faster, more complex applications and richer game graphics optimized for Android smartphones and other high-performance consumer devices without requiring significant increases in device memory. The VM also provides substantial battery life improvements when running resource intensive tasks, all while retaining full compatibility with existing software. Myriad's Dalvik Turbo VM is operational on all current versions of Android up to and including versions 2.1 (Eclair) and soon to be available for 2.2 (Froyo).

"We have a long-standing relationship with MIPS Technologies and are pleased to continue our successful track record with this latest milestone," said Malcolm Dawe, chief product officer, Myriad Group. "With Myriad's heritage in virtual machines and Android platform expertise combined with MIPS Technologies' Android on MIPS initiative, we are bringing high-performance Android applications to mobile handsets and other consumer electronic devices, leading to a greatly enhanced user experience."

"MIPS Technologies has taken the lead in bringing the Android platform to a wide range of consumer electronics devices, and with this performance increase, our licensees will be able to create even richer and more compelling products with Android," said Art Swift, vice president of marketing, MIPS Technologies. "With this optimized Dalvik JIT engine, we are offering our licensees not only enhanced performance, but also a fully supported, commercial-grade product that will speed their time to market."

As a founder of the Open handset Alliance (OHA), Myriad has contributed significantly to the Android platform and today continues to heavily invest in technological advances specifically targeted at Android. These include standalone applications such as a WAP browser, MMS messaging, SyncML client, DRM module and IMPS client. The company is also responsible for the Compatibility Test Suite (CTS) framework within OHA, which is used for testing the compatibility of Android systems.

Availability

An evaluation version of the optimized VM will be available free-of-charge through the Android on MIPS community at http://www.mipsandroid.org as of August 1, 2010. For information on commercial distribution, contact Myriad Group at sales@myriadgroup.com.

About Android on MIPS

Leveraging its leadership position in the digital home, MIPS Technologies is spearheading efforts to make Android a reality for a wide range of consumer electronic devices. With Android and the dynamic open source development community around it, developers can easily and quickly create new applications, and OEMs can leverage a fast-growing set of applications for their devices. The extensive MIPS ecosystem around Android enables OEMs to quickly optimize Android for their specific platforms and debug their solutions across the entire software stack. For more information about the Android platform and MIPS Technologies, or to access the full source code for MIPS Technologies' port of Android to the MIPS32® architecture, including a reference binary, tools and documentation, please visit http://www.mips.com/android or email android@mips.com.

About Myriad Group

Myriad Group AG is a global leader in mobile technology and has shipped over 3.5 billion software applications in more than 2 billion phones. Its comprehensive portfolio includes browsers, messaging, Java, social networking, user interfaces and middleware for all types of mobile phones, from ultra-low cost handsets to advanced smartphones.

The company provides both individual components and complete solutions, which enable handset manufacturers and operators to deliver amazing experiences on mobile phones. Myriad also develops USSD-based customer self-care platforms that deliver over 10 billion messages a year to 220 million mobile users across more than 30 mobile operators worldwide.

Myriad was created from the combination of industry-leading companies, Esmertec and Purple Labs. It operates worldwide, with offices in Switzerland, France, UK, USA, Mexico, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Australia. Headquartered in Dubendorf-Zurich Switzerland, Myriad is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX Symbol: MYRN). For more information, please visit http://www.myriadgroup.com.

About MIPS Technologies, Inc.

MIPS Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIPS) is a leading provider of industry-standard processor architectures and cores that power some of the world's most popular products for the home entertainment, communications, networking and portable multimedia markets. These include broadband devices from Linksys, DTVs and digital consumer devices from Sony, DVD recordable devices from Pioneer, digital set-top boxes from Motorola, network routers from Cisco, 32-bit microcontrollers from Microchip Technology and laser printers from Hewlett-Packard. Founded in 1998, MIPS Technologies is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices worldwide. For more information, contact (408) 530-5000 or visit http://www.mips.com.

MIPS and MIPS-Based are trademarks or registered trademarks in the United States and other countries of MIPS Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks referred to herein are the property of their respective owners. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Use of this trademark is subject to Google Permissions.

Source: Myriad Group AG; MIPS Technologies, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Jen Bernier-Santarini, MIPS Technologies, Inc.,
+1-408-530-5178, jenb@mips.com; or Jaime Tero of GBC, +1-415-989-9803,
myriad@gbc-usa.com, for Myriad Group AG

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

eFax Podcast Features Interview With Google's Ryan Boyd

Google's developer advocate talks about the launch of the Google Apps Marketplace and eFax as one of the initial apps offered

LOS ANGELES, June 1 -- The successful launch of the Google Apps Marketplace in May points to the increasing demands businesses have for cloud-based applications and services.  In the latest eFax® Solutions podcast, Google developer advocate Ryan Boyd talks about the new online storefront for Google Apps(TM) products and services, and why eFax was selected as an initial provider.  The eFax Solutions podcasts are available online at http://www.eFax.com/podcasts, or at the iTunes® Store.

(Logo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090826/LA66534)

The eFax Solutions podcasts present small business owners and industry professionals talking about a range of subjects, from best business practices to industry trends.  The series features a cross-section of small business professionals, including magician Rob Lake, real estate agent Dobro Goodale and lawyer Jeffry Fessler.  One thing the diverse group of interviewees has in common - all use eFax as the faxing solution for their business.

eFax is a full-featured Internet service that allows faxes to be sent and received as email attachments, saving time and money by eliminating the need for a dedicated fax machine and phone line.  The eFax integrated app empowers domain administrators to let their teams send and receive faxes, including hand-notated documents such as contracts and agreements, from their desktops, laptops, or mobile devices.

"eFax is the perfect solution for businesses of all sizes and types who need to send and receive faxes but want to cut the cord and costs associated with a traditional fax machine," said Mike Pugh, vice president, marketing for j2 Global Communications Inc., owner of the eFax brand and services.  "Our eFax Solutions podcasts highlight the fact that faxing remains an important part of daily business for many companies, and now, the availability of the service as an integrated cloud application within the Google Apps Marketplace makes it even easier to set up eFax accounts for onsite staff, remote offices, and mobile users."

For more information on how to send or receive a fax online using eFax, or to sign up for a 30-day free trial, visit http://www.efax.com/Free-Trial.  eFax is a registered trademark of j2 Global Communications, Inc. in the U.S. and internationally.

About j2 Global Communications

Founded in 1995, j2 Global Communications, Inc. provides outsourced, value-added messaging and communications services to individuals and businesses around the world. With offices in eight cities worldwide, j2 Global's network spans more than 3,600 cities in 48 countries on six continents. The Company's websites appear in numerous languages, including Dutch, French, German, Spanish English and more. Payments are accepted in currencies that include the U.S. Dollar, British Pound, Canadian Dollar, Japanese Yen, Euro, Hong Kong Dollar and more. j2 Global provides live sales and customer service support in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Dutch, German, French, Cantonese and more. j2 Global markets its services principally under the brands eFax®, eFax Corporate®, Onebox®, eVoice® and Electric Mail®. As of December 31, 2009, j2 Global had achieved 14 consecutive fiscal years of revenue growth and eight consecutive fiscal years of positive and growing operating earnings. For more information about j2 Global, please visit http://www.j2global.com.

  Press contact:
  Bill Threlkeld
  pr@j2global.com
  Senior Manager, Public Relations

  Twitter: @eFaxpr

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Source: eFax
   

CONTACT:  Bill Threlkeld, Senior Manager, Public Relations,
pr@j2global.com, Twitter: @eFaxpr, http://www.j2global.com/, for eFax

Web Site:  http://www.efax.com/Free-Trial
http://www.j2global.com/

TelNet Worldwide Acquires DigitalRealm Accelerating Product Development and Growth

Synergies benefit customers and build a stronger company.

TROY, Mich., June 3 -- TelNet Worldwide, Inc. (TelNet) a leading provider of quality business essential voice, data, internet and application solutions announced its acquisition of DigitalRealm, a development-driven provider of voice, internet and hosting services to businesses and consumers. DigitalRealm's feature-rich voice over IP (VoIP) unified communication and hosting offerings complement and expand upon TelNet's robust suite of IP-based services.

"TelNet and DigitalRealm have enjoyed a long standing relationship, and the timing was right for us to come together," said Patrick O'Leary, TelNet CEO. "This acquisition further facilitates our rapid deployment of next generation, cloud-based services to support our current business base and broaden our market."

With the acquisition, DigitalRealm principals Ben Carrasco and Howard Levine join the TelNet team, leveraging their extensive engineering and consulting backgrounds to augment the company's burgeoning product development efforts. They will also provide technical direction and leadership in other initiatives that support the mission of the organization.

"Ben and Howard bring heightened energy, experience and a unique perspective into what customers are facing," said Mark Iannuzzi, TelNet founder and president. "Our coming together furthers what we collectively do best - use our talents and entrepreneurial verve to advance the customer experience and step up delivery of smart, productive services."

Ben Carrasco agreed, adding that, "Being part of TelNet we now have the resources, infrastructure and organization behind us so we can focus on implementing and delivering creative solutions. We couldn't find a better match to help us grow our business and bring more to our customers."

"Knowing our customers will benefit was an important factor in our decision to go with TelNet. TelNet matches our passion for customer support," added Howard Levine.

The acquisition is indicative of TelNet's commitment to bolster business in its home state. Establishing itself as the choice provider for Michigan businesses, TelNet offers a portfolio of comprehensive services and applications that enable businesses here to compete locally, regionally and globally while containing costs.

About TelNet Worldwide

Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, TelNet Worldwide, Inc. is a next-generation provider of essential business communications products and services, including converged voice, data and connectivity. Complementing these services, TelNet operates Superior Contact, a full service contact management center, offering live answer, automated and hosted call center solutions to businesses throughout the United States. TelNet's customer-focused professionals, IP-based network and solutions empower businesses to improve productivity and performance. For more about TelNet, visit http://www.telnetww.com.

About DigitalRealm

Founded in 1999, DigitalRealm provides internet, voice, hosting, and collocation services for business and residential customers. The company develops intelligent ATM+IP hybrid networks in order to meet the demands of convergence and provide a reliable network that supports all types of internet applications. Services range from its economical Quantumvoice branded VoIP services for consumers and small businesses, to enterprise network collaboration and collocation services. For more about DigitalRealm, visit http://www.digitalrealm.net.

Source: TelNet Worldwide
   

CONTACT:  Luke Haase, +1-231-932-0400, mediarelations@telnetww.com

Web Site:  http://www.telnetww.com/

Pedego(TM) Electric Bikes Giving Away the Perfect Pedego to the Ultimate Lakers Fan

Special Edition electric bicycle to be given away at the end of the NBA finals

IRVINE, Calif., June 3 -- In response to the tremendous interest in the latest Pedego Special Edition electric bicycle, the two toned purple and yellow Comfort Cruiser designed for Lakers fans, Pedego has decided to give away one of these bikes to an avid fan.  In order to qualify to win the bicycle, fans just need to vote on how many games they think it will take the Lakers to win their 16th world championship.  Voting is done on the Pedego website at http://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com.  You can also check out the YouTube video about the contest at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJJcuVmT_ZY.

Pedego(TM) has equipped their latest model with a 36 volt propulsion system that includes a lithium battery, a proprietary electromagnetic motor and a heavy duty controller.  In addition, this special edition bike has white handgrips and matching white seat.  It is a high performance electric bicycle powered by Pedego's industry leading brushless and gearless 500 watt motor.

"This is designed for basketball fans who live and breathe the Lakers," said Don DiCostanzo, CEO of Pedego(TM) Bicycles. "The Pedego(TM) is the best value, high performance electric bicycle in the market."

Unlike competitive ebikes, all Pedegos(TM) are designed from the ground up to be electric bicycles.  High grade aluminum is exclusively used in the construction of the lightweight frame.  Pedego uses brand name components on its complete line of electric bicycles including SRAM and Shimano.

Environmentally conscious consumers will be pleased to know that the Pedego(TM) is powered by any combination of pedal power and electricity.   Whether you pedal exclusively for fun exercise, use the throttle activated power to assist pedaling or use the throttle alone without pedaling, the Pedego (TM) puts you in complete control.

For more information on Pedego(TM) special edition bicycles, visit: http://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com.

Pedego(TM) is fast becoming the brand in the next step of bicycle evolution. Besides being  environmentally friendly, Pedego(TM)  has hit the mark by combining a traditional bicycle with today's most advanced technology resulting in stylish and fun products for people of all ages.

Source: Pedego
   

CONTACT:  Terrell Sherry of Pedego, +1-949-336-8333, terry@pedego.com

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

Hooray Launches Language Learning App: Language Master

-- Language Master is a language learning game that uses memory and reflex learning to expose players to a variety of new words, sounds and pictures. --

LOS ANGELES, June 3 -- Hooray (http://www.hooraysociety.com), a think tank and product development company, today announces a suite of language learning apps beginning with the Western Europe edition. Language Master (http://www.languagemastersuite.com) helps build pronunciation and basic vocabulary skills by asking users to make the connection between words, pictures and sounds.

Language Master has 11 interactive levels, including a two-player challenge mode where users can compete against their friends. Language Master Western Europe is the first app within the suite and includes five languages: French, German, Greek, Italian, and Spanish.

"We wanted to find a way to leverage a mobile platform to make learning a language not only engaging and interactive but fun," said Ryan Stoner, Hooray's co-founder and CEO. "Language Master is a valuable primer to any language learning experience and provides that extra motivation needed to master pronunciation and vocabulary lists."

Language Master Western Europe is available immediately at the iTunes store (http://bit.ly/LanguageMaster) with additional languages becoming available in the coming months, including: Russian, Mandarin, Malay, Polish, Thai, Japanese, Welsh and English.

To download the app, visit iTunes.com or http://www.languagemastersuite.com. In addition to Language Master, Hooray has several other apps available now including Birthday A La Carte, Top Dawg, Apple or Island, and soon-to-be released Top Dish and Celeb Spotter.

ABOUT HOORAY

Hooray turns ideas into sustainable brands, products and businesses worth celebrating. We innovate and launch conversation-centric products by harnessing the power of community collaboration (The Hooray Society) to address a market opportunity that can translate to every platform. Our model enables brands, agencies and individuals to execute ideas rapidly before scaling to stand-alone businesses.

  Website: http://www.hooraysociety.com
  Twitter: http://twitter.com/HooraySociety
  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/hooray

Source: Hooray
   

CONTACT:  Elisa Marks, +1-310-622-5453, markselisa@gmail.com, for Hooray

Web Site:  http://www.hooraysociety.com/
http://www.languagemastersuite.com/

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Network Coverage in Rensselaer County

- Improves coverage and capacity in Troy - Provides access to 3G wireless broadband service

ALBANY, N.Y., June 3 -- Verizon Wireless is investing in Rensselaer County and expanding its local coverage with a new cell site in Troy. The new site improves coverage and capacity on Route 7 from Tenth Street to South Lake Avenue, Route 40 from Route 7 to Humiston Avenue and Burdett Avenue from Route 7 to Tibbits Avenue.

This network expansion is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services. The company has invested more than $50 billion nationwide since it was formed - $5.5 billion on average every year - and invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.

"We've always believed even the most advanced device is only as good as the network it runs on. We continue to aggressively invest in our Upstate New York network to increase coverage and capacity for our customers, add new services, and maintain our 3G network leadership," said Gene Fassett, executive director of Network for Verizon Wireless' Upstate New York Region.

Verizon Wireless recently earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for "Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast."

Services include wireless data services such as picture messaging, text messaging, V CAST and V CAST Music with Rhapsody, and MobileBroadband, the company's high-speed wireless broadband network geared toward mobile professionals and business customers. It provides average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits per second, and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps.

Strong demand for Verizon Wireless' services continued during the first quarter of 2010 as the company added 1.5 million net new customers.

The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and women throughout the country. These engineers drive nearly 100 specially equipped vehicles more than 1 million miles annually on Interstate, U.S. and state highways, as well as major roads and surface streets. Test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than 3 million voice call attempts and more than 16 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers.

For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to http://www.verizonwireless.com.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving nearly 93 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with  81,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ)(NASDAQ:VZ) and Vodafone (NASDAQ:VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

Source: Verizon Wireless
   

CONTACT:  John O'Malley, +1-585-321-7264, +1-585-261-5899,
john.omalley@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/johnnyverizon; or
Meredith Dropkin, +1-315-413-4293, mdropkin@mower.com

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

Company News On-Call:  http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/094251.html

DBSync Simplifies Microsoft Dynamics GP and Salesforce.com Integration

New, easy-to-install integration tool improves productivity and data visibility by synchronizing CRM and ERP data in the cloud or on-premise

NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 3 -- DBSync LLC, a leading provider of application integration for the CRM, accounting and data integration markets, today announced that its DBSync integration tool now synchronizes information in the cloud and on-premise between Salesforce® CRM software and Microsoft Dynamics® GP (formerly Great Plains) enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. With DBSync, Microsoft Dynamics GP users can connect to databases, on-demand CRM tools and a variety of other applications to improve productivity and data visibility.

DBSync for Salesforce.com & Microsoft Dynamics GP synchronizes Accounts, Contacts, Products and Opportunities to Great Plains Customers, Sales Order Processing (SOP), Receivables (RM), Items, Invoicing Transactions, and many more, while preserving links between tables. It allows users to Track Cash to Close and AR analytics to manage customers more effectively.

"Providing a straightforward way to reconcile Salesforce CRM and Microsoft Dynamics GP data was the next logical step in our quest to make it easy for organizations to use their CRM and ERP applications more efficiently," said Rajeev Gupta, CEO and founder of DBSync. "DBSync for Salesforce.com & Microsoft Dynamics GP eliminates redundancies by automating data sharing between these disparate, but complementary, applications and it works equally well in the cloud as it does on-premise to satisfy any customer environment requirement."

DBSync improves productivity by reducing double data entry and increases data visibility across multiple systems. It reduces account receivables by automating payments, reports, workflows and alerts and integrates with other applications such as eCommerce to simplify business processes.

DBSync for Salesforce.com & Microsoft Dynamics GP features include the ability to:

  --  Easily extend, map and create new business processes and mappings
  --  Integrate with custom objects in salesforce.com
  --  Integrate both on-premise, multiple database or hosted versions for GP

To ease and speed up the installation process, DBSync includes a pre-built field map along with a flexible mapping and configuration capability and pre-built templates to eliminate the need for coding.

"DBSync is without a doubt the easiest and quickest Salesforce.com to Microsoft Dynamics GP integration tool to install," said Jonathon Millman, president of Shift CRM Inc. "The default installation process typically takes an hour and can be done by the customer, compared to similar integration tools that can take weeks or even months to install and often require third-party assistance. DBSync takes all of the expense and risk out of evaluating the product in the customer's live environment."

DBSync supports integration between Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.x and 10.x, salesforce.com and many other applications. To get more information and a free trial, go to http://www.mydbsync.com/product_ms_greatplains.

About Microsoft Dynamics GP

Microsoft Dynamics GP is a resource planning (ERP) solution for midsize businesses that want advanced functionality, strong business intelligence reporting options and interoperability with other line-of-business applications. More information is located at http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/en/us/products/gp-overview.aspx.

About DBSync

DBSync is the leading provider of application integration for the CRM, accounting and data integration markets. With easy to use and pre-built maps, and powerful Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) capabilities, DBSync enables its users to easily link information between databases (such as Microsoft SQL, Oracle), and applications (QuickBooks, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Dynamics GP). Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, DBSync focuses on providing best of breed integration solutions. For more on DBSync, visit http://www.mydbsync.com.

Salesforce is a registered trademark of Salesforce.com, Inc. Microsoft Dynamics is a registered trademark of Microsoft in the United States and/or other countries. Other parties' trademarks or service marks are the property of their respective owners.

Source: DBSync LLC
   

CONTACT:  Angela McMahon, Carabiner Communications, +1-404-543-9636,
amcmahon@carabinerpr.com

Web Site:  http://www.mydbsync.com/