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Blancco's Enterprise Data Erasure Software Simplifies Secure IT Asset Disposal

New Management Console Centralizes Processes and Supplies Detailed Erasure Reports Before Assets Leave Premises With Sensitive Data

JOENSUU, Finland, March 29, 2010--     Companies often associate the threat of data loss with stolen laptops or
other portable media, but many are less aware of a more subtle culprit -
their own improper disposal of information technology (IT) assets. In fact,
insecure disposal of IT assets is the cause of data loss in 12 percent of
cases, according to a 2009 KPMG International report,[i] with serious
implications for corporate reputation and costly fines. To simplify corporate
processes for secure IT asset disposal, a next-generation management console
that supports centralized removal of sensitive data is now available from
Blancco, the global leader in data erasure and end-of-lifecycle solutions.

    "It is now considered an information security best practice - and often a
legal requirement - to erase data from IT assets flagged for retirement or
redeployment before they leave the business premises, even if they are also
scheduled for data removal and recycling or resale through an offsite service
provider," said Kim Väisänen, CEO of Blancco. "Both corporate IT security
officers and third-party asset disposal services need an easy-to-administer
online tool that securely manages the entire erasure process and provides
detailed reports for compliance and chain-of-custody purposes."

    Blancco Management Console is an online solution designed to handle all
aspects of IT asset disposal within a WAN/LAN, including software license
distribution, hardware IT asset management and data erasure reporting. The
console is installed within five minutes and runs on several platforms.
Comprehensive reports can be exported and e-mailed in many different formats,
depending on user rights defined by the administrator. Reports can also be
created for multiple types of IT assets, such as monitors, printers, copiers,
routers and switches.

    About Blancco

    Blancco is the proven data erasure solution for millions of users around
the globe. As the global leader in data erasure and end-of-lifecycle
solutions, Blancco offers the most certified data erasure solutions within
the industry. The company serves users across a wide range of industries,
including banking, finance, government and defense, as well as IT Asset
Disposal professionals. Blancco operates from an extensive network of
international offices and partners across Europe, North America, Asia, and
Australasia. More information is available at http://www.blancco.com.

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    [i] 2009 KPMG Data Loss Barometer, Issue 2

   
    Media Contact:

    Monica Shaw
    mshaw@carabinerpr.com
    Tel: +1-770-367-9534

Source: Blancco Ltd

Media Contact: Monica Shaw, mshaw@carabinerpr.com , Tel: +1-770-367-9534.

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Sony Computer Entertainment Asia Starts Its Playstation(R) Business in Republic of the Philippines

PlayStation(R)3 and PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) First Hit Philippine Market on 27th March, 2010

MANILA, Republic of the Philippines, March 29 -- Sony Computer Entertainment Asia (SCE Asia) announced that the company will initiate the PlayStation(R) business in Republic of the Philippines on 27th March, 2010, making the world's popular computer entertainment systems and services available to the PlayStation fans and consumers in the country. The Philippines will be the 9th country and region in the SCE Asia territories.

Along with the initiation of the PlayStation business in the Philippines, SCE Asia will introduce to the market, PlayStation(R)3 (PS3(TM)) (CECH-2012A / CECH-2012B) (body color: charcoal black) computer entertainment system featuring an extremely streamlined form factor with 120GB (CECH-2012A) or 250GB (CECH-2012B) Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) (PSP-3006) handheld entertainment system. The PS3 and PSP system will become available in stores from 27th March, 2010, at suggested retail prices of PHP18,999 for PS3 120GB model, PHP 20,999 for PS3 250GB model and PHP 9,999 for PSP-3006 respectively (including tax). With the launch of the PlayStation platforms, users in the Philippines will be able to enjoy a wide variety of entertainment content including games, music and movies on the popular entertainment systems.

The PS3 system (CECH-2012A / CECH-2012B) offers the cutting-edge features and functions such as the ability to enjoy high-definition Blu-ray(TM) disc (BD) movies and PS3 games as well as connecting the Internet. The latest models of PS3 system with 120GB or 250GB HDD which allow users to store many of entertainment content such as games, music, photos and movies. While inheriting the sleek curved body design of the original model, the form factor of the current PS3 system features a meticulous design with textured surface finish, giving an all new impression and a casual look.

The PSP system (PSP-3006) has been gaining enthusiastic support from users worldwide, and has sold more than 60 million sell-in units worldwide since the first PSP system (PSP-1000) launched in 2004.  Offering the highest-level contrast ratio, response time, and wider color gamut possible on a portable LCD screen, the PSP system is capable of displaying movies and photos in more natural and vibrant colors on its high resolution 4.3 inch wide screen. The LCD screen adopts an anti-reflection technology, which enables users to see the screen more clearly in well-lit places, even when used outdoors. PSP-3006 will be available in Piano Black, Pearl White, Mystic Silver, and the Carnival Colours - Radiant Red and Vibrant Blue.

Along with a vast line-up of attractive and exciting entertainment content with PS3 and PSP, SCE Asia will continue to further expand the PlayStation platforms and create a new world of computer entertainment in Asian countries and regions.

  Please visit http://asia.playstation.com/ph for more details.

  About Sony Computer Entertainment Asia:

Sony Computer Entertainment Asia is a division company of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. responsible for sales and marketing activities of PlayStation(R) products in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and The Philippines.

  -- Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
  -- PlayStation, PS3 and PSP are registered trademarks of Sony Computer
     Entertainment Inc.
  -- Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
  -- DTS is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
  -- HDMI, HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks
     of HDMI Licensing LLC.
  -- Blu-ray Disc is a trademark.
  -- MemoryStick Micro, M2, ATRAC, ATRAC3plus are trademarks of Sony
     Corporation.
  -- Bluetooth is a property of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and Sony Computer
     Entertainment Inc. has a license for its usage.
  -- All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

  Media Contact:

  Sony Computer Entertainment Hong Kong Ltd.
  http://asia.playstation.com/

  Jacqueline Chiu
  Tel:   +852-2302-5543
  Email: SCEH.promotion@sceh.sony.com.hk

Source: Sony Computer Entertainment Asia
   

CONTACT:  Jacqueline Chiu of Sony Computer Entertainment Asia, +852-2302-
5543,or SCEH.promotion@sceh.sony.com.hk

Web site: http://asia.playstation.com/

Brightcove Experience for HTML5 Unveiled

Publish, Distribute and Monetize Web Video for the iPad and Other Apple Devices

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 29 -- Brightcove, the leading online video platform, today announced the Brightcove Experience for HTML5, a framework for publishing and delivering high quality, interactive and advertising-supported Web video experiences for HTML5-compatible devices. The new platform solution, available free of charge to more than 1,000 Brightcove customers in 42 countries, will enable media companies and marketers around the world to easily expand the reach of their online video initiatives to popular consumer devices including the Apple iPad, iPhone® and iPod® touch.

"Our customers want to be able to deliver their video content to every screen without sacrificing the quality, interactivity and monetization capabilities they have come to expect from the Brightcove platform," said Jeremy Allaire, Brightcove chairman and chief executive officer. "The Brightcove Experience for HTML5 fills the gap between the current playback capabilities of the emerging standard and what our customers need to operate successful online video businesses."

The Brightcove Experience for HTML5 provides support for intelligent device detection, playlist rendering, and playback of H.264 encoded video content. Customers are using the Brightcove Experience for HTML5 today to build iPad-ready websites. Over the course of this year, Brightcove will expand the Brightcove Experience for HTML5 to include full support for customization and branding of the player environment, advertising, analytics, social sharing, and other capabilities currently found in Brightcove experience solutions for other platforms.

Brightcove customers already taking advantage of the Brightcove Experience for HTML5 solution to produce iPad-ready websites include The New York Times and Time Inc. The New York Times Company is a Brightcove investor.

"Brightcove is committed to innovating on top of standards and driving them forward," said Bob Mason, Brightcove's chief technology officer. "The Brightcove Experience for HTML5 gives us the opportunity to take all of the knowledge we've gained about real world success with online video and apply it to this new open standard."

The Brightcove Experience for HTML5 is the latest in a series of product innovations that deliver on Brightcove's vision of empowering media publishers to easily distribute high-quality video across any screen. Today's announcement follows last month's release of the Brightcove Mobile Experience for Flash® Player 10.1 to support video for Google Android, Symbian S60, Palm webOS, Windows Mobile and Research in Motion BlackBerry. Brightcove has previously announced distribution capabilities for Internet-connected TV platforms and devices, including Yahoo! TV Widgets, Boxee, Roku and VUDU.

For more information on the Brightcove Experience for HTML5, visit http://www.brightcove.com/en/video-platform/solutions/html5

About Brightcove

Brightcove is a cloud-based online video platform. Media companies, businesses and organizations worldwide use Brightcove to publish and distribute video on the Web. Founded in 2004, Brightcove has offices across North America, Europe and Asia and customers in 42 countries. For more information, visit http://www.brightcove.com/.

iPhone and iPod are trademarks of Apple, Inc.

Source: Brightcove Inc.
   

CONTACT:  North America, Erika Shaffer of SutherlandGold Group,
+1-206-972-5514, erika@sutherlandgold.com; or Europe, Stephen Orr of AxiCom ,
+44 20 8392 4056, stephen.orr@axicom.com; or Japan, Rie Kubota of LBS Co.,
Ltd. , +81 3 3769 1351, rkubota@lbs.co.jp, all for Brightcove

Web Site:  http://www.brightcove.com/

Harbinger Capital Partners Statement on the Federal Communications Commission Decision to Permit the Transfer of Control of SkyTerra

NEW YORK, March 26 -- Harbinger Capital Partners (HCP) today released the following statement after the Federal Communications Commission announced its decision to authorize the transfer of control of SkyTerra to HCP.

HCP applauds today's decision by the Federal Communications Commission to permit the transfer of control of SkyTerra to HCP.  With the grant of this application, Harbinger, subject to consummation of the merger, will be able to use SkyTerra's spectrum in concert with Harbinger's other investments in radio frequencies to implement an open next generation terrestrial network and mobile satellite system.  In releasing the National Broadband Plan, the FCC stated that one of its important goals was to "design policies to ensure robust competition and, as a result, maximize consumer welfare, innovation and investment."  This decision by the FCC should be viewed as a first step in realizing that goal.

Philip Falcone, Chief Executive Officer of HCP said that, "The FCC's broadband policies have given us the confidence to make a series of investments that will bring new competition and innovation to all Americans.  This announcement by the FCC sets the stage for the launch of our business plan whose objective is nothing less than to revolutionize how Americans use and experience wireless communications in the 21st century."

"I commend Chairman Genachowski for his vision and courage in promoting policies that encourage the financial community to participate in achieving national broadband goals.  I particularly appreciate the efforts of the staffs of the International Bureau, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, the Office of General Counsel, and the Office of Strategic Planning & Policy - the FCC team who worked with us on the SkyTerra application - for their commitment and dedication. We appreciate and thank the FCC for permitting us to move forward without delay."

About Harbinger Capital Partners

Harbinger Capital Partners was founded in 2001. Harbinger is led by its Chief Investment Officer, Chief Executive Officer and Senior Managing Director, Philip Falcone, who has over 20 years of investment experience across an array of market cycles. The Harbinger Team is disciplined and value oriented, focusing on alpha generating ideas that are uncorrelated to investment cycles. The firm combines a flexible, innovative approach to uncovering opportunity with a thorough investment process. Each investment undergoes rigorous fundamental research, extensive vetting, and seeks an identifiable catalyst for value realization. Harbinger regards risk monitoring as a critical component of the investment process and actively monitors risk at three levels: portfolio, position and operations. The Harbinger Team offers several strategies which emphasize different opportunities, each based on the same time-tested fundamental investment and due diligence processes.

  Contact:             Josh Lefkowitz
                       Burson Marsteller
                       Tel: +1 (212) 614-5012

Source: Harbinger Capital Partners
   

CONTACT:  Josh Lefkowitz, Burson Marsteller, +1-212-614-5012

City of Industry, California - March 26, 2010 - Thermaltake, the world’s leading brand in performance PC chassis, high-efficiency power supply and innovative computer peripherals for PC Do-It-Yourself market, is proud to announce its collaboration with NVIDIA to design and engineer the new Element V NVIDIA Edition chassis, which is certified for the next-generation of ultra-high performance graphics cards, including the just announced NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 480 and GTX 470 GPUs.

“NVIDIA shares Thermaltake’s commitment to ensure the enthusiast community receives the best possible products that solidify the PC as the best gaming platform, period,” said Tom Petersen, technical director at NVIDIA. “Through collaboration with Thermaltake’s leading engineers, we are excited that the Thermaltake Element V NVIDIA Edition is capable of providing an awesome gaming environment for our next generation of enthusiast graphic cards, including GeForce GTX 480 and GTX 470, running in 2-way, 3-way, or even Quad SLI. Put simply, it rocks!”

The critically-acclaimed Element V chassis is a full-tower gaming chassis offering low-noise operation with excellent air-flow. With full-array of innovative designs such as 11 5.25” drive bays that can be configured to support up to 6 3.5” hard disks and native support for one 2.5” hard disk or Solid State Disk (SSD). Bottom mounted power supply cage enables superior thermal management to accelerate hot air removal that can affect the life-span or performance of today’s cutting-edge computing hardware. Convenience feature includes Plug&Play side panel fan that eliminates the need to physically connect the power connector to allow user to open up the side panel for maintenance or upgrade without having to worry about damaging cable wiring. Built-in thermal control system with included fans pre-wired allows users to easily control the speed of the fan, as well as color of the included Colorshift LED fans to adapt to different working or gaming environment.

In addition to the oversized cooling fans, one 230mm Colorshift side intake fan, one 200mm Colorshift top exhaust fan, two 120mm front intake fans and one 120mm rear exhaust fan, found on the standard Element V chassis, Element V NVIDIA Edition chassis also incorporates graphic card “air duct” system engineered by Thermaltake and NVIDIA to provide added cooling for high-performance NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 and 470 GPUs running in advanced 3-way or Quad SLI configurations. The proprietary “air duct” system brings cool and fresh air directly from the outside of the chassis and accelerates it to graphic card’s intake to increase heat displacement and achieve optimal cooling efficiency.

Element V is the stock version of the chassis and is currently available worldwide. Thermaltake Element V NVIDIA Edition chassis will be available at major computer retailers around the world in April 2010.


About Thermaltake

Founded in 1999, IPO in Taiwan Stock Exchange since December 2007. Thermaltake Inc. a multinational company pioneering in PC Thermal Solution, Award Winning State of Art PC Power Supplies and revolutionized PC chassis. The company revolutionizes the PC market by create, innovate and implement the most efficient solution in its technology. Thermaltake also participates in various environmental conservation programs to help save the mother Earth. Today, Thermaltake has expending its well known brand throughout the USA, Germany, Taiwan, China, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and Canada, soon to be in every continent.

http://www.thermaltakeusa.com/press025032010.aspx

Seiko Instruments Smart Label Printers Cleaned Quickly and Effectively

Remove contaminants that can degrade print clarity using new cleaning tool

AUBURN, Maine, March 26 -- Consistently printing clear and crisp labels requires the proper cleaning maintenance of any thermal printer. KICTeam's introduction of the Seiko Instruments Smart Label Printer Cleaning Card which features Waffletechnology will maintain that clarity on Seiko Instruments thermal printers. This new product was designed specifically for the SLP family of thermal printers through a joint effort of Seiko Instruments USA, Inc. and KICTeam. This new cleaning card is a quick and almost effortless means of removing any leftover adhesive residue or paper dust that can deteriorate the legibility of the print.

"We are pleased to introduce the new Seiko Instruments Smart Label Printer Cleaning Card as part of an overall printer preventative maintenance program," said Dennis Cox, General Manager, Thermal Printer Division, Seiko Instruments USA, Inc. "Our customers can increase printer longevity and maintain the quality of printed materials by implementing consistent use of this new cleaning card. Further, we are pleased to offer this through our current distribution network."

"The new Seiko Instruments product was designed for easy use in any printer environment. This effective product will offer thermal printer users a fast and effective cleaning solution while maintaining the clarity of the printed label," explained Debra Ross, Product Manager / OEM Business Development Worldwide, KICTeam. "By using this Seiko Instruments approved product with a proper maintenance schedule, the printers will print clearer and last longer."

About Seiko Instruments USA Inc. (SIU)

Seiko Instruments USA's Business and Home/Office Products Division produces products designed to enhance productivity in small business, home office and a variety of vertical industry markets.  The company's products are sold through computer resellers, system integrators, computer superstores, mail order and online catalogs in the Americas, Europe, Australia, South Africa, the Middle East and India.

SIU headquarters are in Torrance, Calif.  For more information, visit our web site at http://www.siibusinessproducts.com.

About KICTeam

KICTeam is the world leader in the manufacture of cleaning cards including Waffletechnology®-based (patent pending) products. Headquartered in Auburn, Maine, with offices in San Diego, California, Europe and Asia, KICTeam provides innovative and cost-efficient patented solutions, made with state-of-the-art equipment, for a diverse marketplace. For more information, please visit http://www.kicteam.com, http://www.kicteam.eu and http://www.cleaningcards.com.

Source: KICTeam
   

CONTACT:  Jimmy Timmins, Product Information, KICTeam, +1-207-514-7211,
jtimmins@kicteam.com

Web Site:  http://www.kicteam.com/

Sony Ericsson X10 On Vodafone UK: Pre-Order Now Open

Android-powered handset pre-loaded with Vodafone 360 apps

NEWBURY, England, March 26 -- The Android action is building for Vodafone UK customers with pre-order now open for the Sony Ericsson X10 on the UK's best network.

In addition to full access to the thousands of apps available through the Android Marketplace and the Android 1.6 operating system, the X10 will also be pre-loaded with Vodafone 360 apps for MyWeb and Vodafone Music.

The Android-powered X10 can be easily integrated with Google services, such as Google Mail and Picasa as well as Facebook and Twitter, making it easy to keep up to date with your mates on the go.

The X10 packs a massive 4 inch touchscreen, great for video, playing games, surfing the web and viewing pictures. And with an 8 megapixel camera complete with face detection, it's great for taking pictures too. It's also loaded with 1GB of memory, which can be upgraded to 16GB, and offers both HSDPA/3G and Wi-Fi connectivity.

The Sony Ericsson X10 is one of a range of great new Android handsets that Vodafone UK customers will soon be able to choose from, with the Google Nexus One, HTC Legend and HTC Desire also scheduled to launch soon.

The Sony Ericsson X10 launches on 2 April and will be available for free on monthly contracts from 35 pounds Sterling (24 month contract), with 900 minutes, unlimited texts and 500 MB of mobile internet.

Source: Vodafone UK
   

CONTACT:  Dan Bowsher, Vodafone UK, +44-(0)1635-666777

Web Site:  http://shop.vodafone.co.uk/

Medical Reimbursement Resource for Advanced Wound Care Now Available on Smith & Nephew Website

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 26 -- The Advanced Wound Management Division of Smith & Nephew, Inc., a subsidiary of Smith & Nephew plc (NYSE:SNN), is providing a web-based resource guide to medical reimbursement for its comprehensive line of advanced wound care products.  The website is available now.  Click here to view the site.

The site is an intuitively organized, easy-to-use resource.  It includes PDF files listing HCPCS codes and Medicare fee schedules for Smith & Nephew NPWT, wound care, burn care, skin care, preps and solvents, IV site care, and surgery products.  The site also features a "What's New" section, dedicated to highlighting breaking news in relevant medical reimbursement areas, and a "FAQs" section, which will be continuously updated to provide feedback on questions submitted by customers.

"Smith & Nephew is committed to supporting its customers as they navigate the reimbursement landscape," said Randall Carson, Director of Health Policy & Reimbursement at Smith & Nephew, North American Advanced Wound Management. "With questions and input from clinicians, we aim to maintain a robust, up-to-date, one-stop resource that clinicians can turn to often as a reference tool as well as for guidance on new or evolving areas of wound care reimbursement."

The website's address is http://global.smith-nephew.com/us/10209.htm.  A link to the site may be found in the Resources section of Smith & Nephew's US Professional Home Page.

The wound care reimbursement site is part of http://www.smith-nephew.com/reimbursement, which includes reimbursement information for the total portfolio of Smith & Nephew products, including products from its endoscopy and orthopaedic divisions.

For more information about Smith & Nephew, please go to http://www.smith-nephew.com.

About Us

Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology business, specialising in Orthopaedics, including Reconstruction, Trauma and Clinical Therapies; Endoscopy and Advanced Wound Management. Smith & Nephew is a global leader in arthroscopy and advanced wound management and is one of the leading global orthopaedics companies.

Smith & Nephew is dedicated to helping improve people's lives.  The Company prides itself on the strength of its relationships with its surgeons and professional healthcare customers, with whom its name is synonymous with high standards of performance, innovation and trust.  The Company operates in 32 countries around the world.  Annual sales in 2009 were nearly $3.8 billion.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the US Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  In particular, statements regarding expected revenue growth and trading margins discussed under "Outlook" are forward-looking statements as are discussions of our product pipeline.  These statements, as well as the phrases "aim", "plan", "intend", "anticipate", "well-placed", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "target", "consider" and similar expressions, are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements.  Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors (including, but not limited to, the outcome of litigation, claims and regulatory approvals) that could cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Smith & Nephew, or industry results, to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Please refer to the documents that Smith & Nephew has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission under the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including Smith & Nephew's most recent annual report on Form 20F, for a discussion of certain of these factors.

All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to Smith & Nephew as of the date hereof.  All written or oral forward-looking statements attributable to Smith & Nephew or any person acting on behalf of Smith & Nephew are expressly qualified in their entirety by the foregoing.  Smith & Nephew does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement contained herein to reflect any change in Smith & Nephew's expectation with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

Source: Smith & Nephew, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  media, Steve DiMattia, Managing Director of EVC Group, Inc.,
+1-646-201-5445, for Smith & Nephew; or Tom Dugan, North American President of
Smith & Nephew Advanced Wound Management, +1-727-399-3766; or investors, Liz
Hewitt, Group Director, Corporate Affairs of Smith & Nephew, + 44 (0)
207-401-7646

Web Site:  http://www.smith-nephew.com/

World's #1 Ranked Duo Bob and Mike Bryan Host 'The TENNIS App' Premiere Party

Bryan Brothers and Grammy nominated artist, Adriana Lucia Perform Live

MIAMI, March 26 -- The Bryan Brothers, the #1 ranked tennis team in the world hosted a celebrity-filled exclusive launch party on Wednesday, March 24th to debut the new "TENNIS App," the latest application for everything tennis available for mobile phones.

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The Bryan Brothers were joined by a host of friends and celebrity guests at the private ocean front residence of Sean and Ana Wolfington on Key Biscayne, Florida, in celebration of the anticipated release of this ground breaking mobile technology in what many are calling "the new internet."  Guests included top 10 ATP ranked men's players in the world Robin Soderling and Fernando Verdasco, WTA #2 ranked woman in the world Caroline Wazniaki and top 50 ranked, up and coming American player John Isner.

"Mike and I are thrilled to help launch The TENNIS App. We're excited to give our friends, family and all lovers of the sport a mechanism where they have access to everything tennis," said Bob Bryan.  "The TENNIS App combines our passion for the sport with our favorite gadgets, and is an incredible tennis instructional tool for all types of players.  This is also a great way for fans to stay updated on current news and pro rankings."

During the event, the Bryan Brothers performed their latest music single "Open My Heart," which was written as a tribute to Andre Agassi and his new book, "Open."

"Andre is a huge reason why we're playing the game of tennis today," said Mike Bryan. "We admire the honesty he displays in his book, and think there are many lessons to be learned from his amazing journey."

GRAMMY-Award nominated artist, Adriana Lucia, known for her recent album "Porro Nuevo," gave a special live performance during the event, while guests enjoyed Italian dishes courtesy of Putino Restaurant, owned and created by hotelier Cristoforo Pignata.  Additionally, acclaimed artist, Leonardo Hidalgo, painted a portrait of the Bryan Brothers, which will be auctioned off to benefit VegasTennis.com's Marty Hennessy Jr. Tennis Foundation, which inspires youth through mentoring, tennis and education.

"I've long been a supporter of VegasTennis.com's Marty Hennessy Foundation, and wanted to use this gathering as an opportunity to bring awareness to the great work they do to help at risk youth," said Sean Wolfington. "In the last five years the organization has helped more than 20 children obtain scholarships to college for tennis and academics, and we're thrilled to support the organization's future fellows."

About The TENNIS App:

The TENNIS App is an exciting new application for all phone platforms that brings "Everything tennis" including professional video animation, photographs, textual instruction, live news feeds and rankings right to your hands.

The TENNIS App features detailed instructional content from Bob and Mike Bryan, the number one ranked doubles team in the world, winners of eight grand slam doubles titles and the 2010 Australian Open doubles champions.

The TENNIS App teaches correct technique for every essential shot in tennis. It breaks down the essential components of each shot into bite-sized chunks: split step, first movement, grip change, pivot, load, back swing, acceleration, contact, wrist roll, follow through and recovery. Each phase features looped animation or photos combined with professional instruction from the Bryan brothers and other top pros.

The TENNIS App's animation control allows you to slow down the action by adjusting playback speed. Users can also pause the lesson, and manually step frame by frame to study every detail. And you are able to automatically zero in on the most important portion of the animation or photo.

If you are left handed, The TENNIS App has the unique ability to automatically flip animations and photos to depict either right or left handed players. The TENNIS App also allows you to stay up to date on the latest tennis news from trusted sources and provides the current ATP and WTA rankings.

About the Bryan Brothers:

58 Titles on the ATP Tour, including the 2003 French Open, the 2005 & 2008 US Open, the 2006, 2007, 2009 & 2010 Australian Open and the 2006 Wimbledon Doubles Championships -- a Career Grand Slam and they are only the third team in the Open Era to achieve that feat.

#1 in the world in doubles in five of the past seven years -- the first team to ever achieve that; 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2009, and #2 in 2004 and 2008.

The Bryans were the first doubles team in the Open Era to reach seven straight Grand Slam Finals ('05 Australian, French, Wimbledon, US Open, '06 Australian, French, Wimbledon).

They have represented the United States in two Olympics, reaching the quarter finals in Athens in 2004, and winning the Bronze Medal at Beijing in 2008.

They are not only committed to doing charity work and events for their own Bryan Brothers Foundation, they also support the Elton John Aids Foundation, the Tim & Tom Gullikson Foundation, the Andre Agassi Foundation, the Andy Roddick Foundation, the James Blake Foundation, the Mardy Fish Foundation, the Pam Shriver Foundation, WECANN supporting Abused Children, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the VCJTA, the SBJTA, EPATT, the Stanford Tennis Teams, the UCSB Tennis Teams and Cal Poly Tennis Teams.

In addition, they also make several appearances across the country and around the world for charitable and special tennis events with their musical group, the Bryan Bros. Band.  They currently have a new CD out titled Let It Rip.

  Related Links:
  http://www.vegastennis.com
  http://www.Tier10Marketing.com
  http://www.L5digital.com
  http://www.seanWolfington.com
  http://www.510smashta.com

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Source: Bryan Brothers
   

CONTACT:  For more information on the Sony Ericsson Open, Edgar Martinez,
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications, Edgar.Martinez@sonyericsson.com; or For
more information on the Bryan Brothers, Ryan Wolfington,
vegastenniscom@aol.com, +1-702-822-1081

HBA Global Expo Gets Social

Connects to Beauty and Personal Care Professionals Via Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter

NEW YORK, March 26 -- HBA Global has expanded its presence in social networking by establishing communities and fan pages on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.  HBA Global Expo & Conference is the largest product development event for the cosmetic, fragrance, personal care and wellness industries.  It will take place September 28-30, 2010 at the Javits Convention Center in New York.

Through Twitter, HBA (@hba_events) will tweet about new products and exhibitors at the event as well as provide real-time information and content updates on the educational program, speakers, and offer special discounts to followers.

The HBA LinkedIn group (HBA Global Beauty Event) is an active community where industry professionals can discuss topics of interests, ask for peer advice and share relevant articles and news.  In addition, the HBA LinkedIn community will offer members discounts and timely show updates.  Providing a bridge to the event, the HBA online LinkedIn group has already discussed ways to find new vendors, how to source new ingredients, where to find new materials and overall creates a dynamic environment that allows its peers to interact together.

Friends of HBA on Facebook (HBA Global Expo and Conference) will receive pertinent information on event activities throughout the year.  It will also provide a discussion forum for like-minded beauty enthusiasts.  Photos from industry networking events, HBA speakers, experts and suppliers, will also be posted as well as sneak peeks to HBA special events and discounts.

"By engaging in social media activities, HBA will be able to connect and communicate with the beauty and personal care community throughout the year and build excitement for HBA Global Expo & Conference in September," said Jill Birkett, Brand Director, Beauty & Wellness.  "Additionally, we'll be able to amplify our programs, speakers and special events that will help attendees have a more meaningful experience at HBA and encourage networking and the exchange of information amongst friends, group members and followers."

HBA also has an Honest Beauty blog, written by Mary Palmieri, who every month features an up-and-coming beauty product that has unique attributes and efficacy as well as a compelling background story.  Companies interested in submitting their products for review by the Honest Beauty blog can contact Mary Palmieri at mpalmieri@hbaexpo.com or by calling 212-600-3033.

For more information on HBA Global Events and to sign up to receive the Honest Beauty blog as well as connect on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter go to http://www.hbaexpo.com.

About HBA Global Expo & Conference

HBA Global Expo & Conference (http://www.hbaexpo.com) is the leading product development for the entire beauty community including skin care, cosmetics, fragrance, personal care and well-being industries.  For three days the top brand manufacturers from mass to prestige, as well as independent and niche beauty companies will gather to learn about industry trends and discover new products from the world's leading suppliers.  The HBA educational conference is renowned for providing an unparalleled look at both the marketing and technical drivers in the health and beauty space and provides proven strategies for business growth.  Co-located with HBA will be The Spa & Resort/Medical Aesthetics Expo showcasing the convergence of the traditional and medical segments of the spa and resort industry. For year round HBA information including HBA's Honest Beauty Blog and supplier resources go to http://www.hbaexpo.com.

Source: HBA Global
   

CONTACT:  Annie Scully, ascully@hbaexpo.com, +1-845-368-0608

Web Site:  http://www.hbaexpo.com/

Social Media Expert Jason Peck to Appear on Social Media B2B Panel at Social Fresh Portland

Jason Peck, social media manager at eWayDirect, Inc., will speak at Social Fresh Portland on March 29

SOUTHPORT, Conn., March 26 -- As part of its ongoing emarketing thought leadership series, eWayDirect's social media expert Jason Peck will appear on the social media business-to-business panel at Social Fresh Portland, a social media conference focusing on marketers. eWayDirect is best known for its industry-leading integrated emarketing platform, Direct|Connect 4.0.

"The panel is called Social Media B2B and will be all about how business-to-business companies can leverage social media for business," notes Peck. Other panelists include Greg Cangialosi of Blue Sky Factory, Adam Holden-Bacje of Mass Transmit, and Mike Schneider of Allen and Gerritsen.

"The panel will be mainly questions and answers," says Peck. "We probably will start by framing the discussion. Specific areas could include how to listen to the chatter - what people are saying about your company - that is, using monitoring tools - along with establishing goals, developing content, identifying places to get involved, measuring results and so on."

Peck has appeared as a speaker and panelist at numerous social media events and most recently on Chatter Marketing: Tuesdays at Two, offered by eWayDirect.

Social Fresh is a social media event and community company based out of Charlotte, NC. Social Fresh flagship events are one-day conferences targeted for marketers, focused on case studies, and currently being offered across the country in underserved cities.

About the company:

eWayDirect, Inc., is an integrated emarketing company offering Direct|Connect 4.0, a single integrated platform that combines world-class email marketing, website reengagement, viral marketing, social networks, and desktop delivery with the ability to utilize all facets in an integrated strategy, connecting email with social communities and social media with search marketing and direct mail capabilities. Learn more about eWayDirect at http://www.ewaydirect.com/ or call 203-254-0404 to schedule a demo today!

Source: eWayDirect, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Belinda Banks of SSPR, +1-609-750-9110, Belinda@sspr.com, for
eWayDirect, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.ewaydirect.com/

YourNetPlus.com Joins Forces with GlobalPOPs

PITTSBURGH, March 26 -- Effective April 1, 2010 YourNetPlus (YNP) has joined forces with Pittsburgh-based GlobalPOPs, a provider of wholesale dial-up internet and managed modem services.

YNP's agreement with GlobalPOPs will establish the largest network footprint in the United States, increase network redundancy, and enhance servicing capabilities. In an effort to provide our clients with superior customer service, YNP has chosen GlobalPOPs as its service provider of choice. Aside from those enhancements YNP customers will not be affected and will remain customers of YNP.

YNP will continue to perform its sales and marketing efforts to further develop the YNP brand. YNP has always been at the forefront of the internet aggregator services industry and this decision will further enhance those service offerings.

While YNP and GlobalPOPs envision this transition to be as transparent as possible, we do want to make all of YNP's clients aware that a representative will be in contact if the need arises.

  For more information on GlobalPOPs Contact:
  Luis Gibb
  Director of Marketing
  T 412.440.2006
  marketing@GlobalPOPs.com

Source: GlobalPOPs
   

CONTACT:  Luis Gibb, Director of Marketing, +1-412-440-2006,
marketing@GlobalPOPs.com

Nokia Acquires Novarra

Browser Service Technology Will Provide Improved Mobile Web Experience on Mainstream Mobile Phones

ESPOO, Finland, March 26, 2010--     Nokia (NYSE: NOK) today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire
100% of the outstanding shares of Novarra, Inc., a privately-held company
based in Chicago, IL. Novarra is a provider of a mobile browser and service
platform and has more than 100 employees. Novarra's mobile browser and
services platform will be used by Nokia to deliver enhanced Internet
experiences on Nokia mobile devices. Novarra has deployed their solution with
leading mobile operator and internet services customers globally.

    "Connecting the next billion consumers to the Internet will happen
primarily on mobile devices," said Niklas Savander, Executive Vice President,
Services, Nokia, "and delivering an optimized internet experience on our
devices is core to our mission. By driving innovation in all segments of our
portfolio, we are building one of the largest consumer audiences for web
services and content. Novarra's Internet services technology delivered on the
world's most widely-used mobile platform, Nokia's Series 40, will help us
achieve this."

    Nokia expects a new service offering utilizing the Novarra technology
platform to be available later this year. The acquisition is expected to
close in the second quarter of 2010, and is subject to the customary closing
conditions, including regulatory reviews. Following the acquisition, Novarra
will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nokia.

    About Nokia

    At Nokia, we are committed to connecting people. We combine advanced
technology with personalized services that enable people to stay close to
what matters to them. Every day, more than 1.2 billion people connect to one
another with a Nokia device - from mobile phones to advanced smartphones and
high-performance mobile computers. Today, Nokia is integrating its devices
with innovative services through Ovi (http://www.ovi.com), including music,
maps, apps, email and more. Nokia's NAVTEQ is a leader in comprehensive
digital mapping and navigation services, while Nokia Siemens Networks
provides equipment, services and solutions for communications networks
globally.

    About Novarra

    Novarra, the Internet Mobility company, provides high performance mobile
internet browsers and platforms for operators, handset manufacturers and
internet brands to create new services and revenue streams for smartphones,
features phones and mobile broadband devices. The solutions deliver a high
quality mobile user experience for services including full rich web browsing,
search, widgets, apps, video and advertising. Global, commercial deployments
over eight years have proven consumer satisfaction, uptake and increased data
service revenues. http://www.novarra.com/

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facts are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, those
regarding: A) the timing of the deliveries of our products and services and
their combinations; B) our ability to develop, implement and commercialize
new technologies, products and services and their combinations; C)
expectations regarding market developments and structural changes; D)
expectations and targets regarding our industry volumes, market share,
prices, net sales and margins of products and services and their
combinations; E) expectations and targets regarding our operational
priorities and results of operations; F) the outcome of pending and
threatened litigation; G) expectations regarding the successful completion of
acquisitions or restructurings on a timely basis and our ability to achieve
the financial and operational targets set in connection with any such
acquisition or restructuring; and H) statements preceded by "believe,"
"expect," "anticipate," "foresee," "target," "estimate," "designed," "plans,"
"will" or similar expressions. These statements are based on management's
best assumptions and beliefs in light of the information currently available
to it. Because they involve risks and uncertainties, actual results may
differ materially from the results that we currently expect. Factors that
could cause these differences include, but are not limited to: 1) the
competitiveness and quality of our portfolio of products and services and
their combinations; 2) our ability to timely and successfully develop or
otherwise acquire the appropriate technologies and commercialize them as new
advanced products and services and their combinations, including our ability
to attract application developers and content providers to develop
applications and provide content for use in our devices; 3) our ability to
effectively, timely and profitably adapt our business and operations to the
requirements of the converged mobile device market and the services market;
4) the intensity of competition in the various markets where we do business
and our ability to maintain or improve our market position or respond
successfully to changes in the competitive environment; 5) the occurrence of
any actual or even alleged defects or other quality, safety or security
issues in our products and services and their combinations; 6) the
development of the mobile and fixed communications industry and general
economic conditions globally and regionally; 7) our ability to successfully
manage costs; 8) exchange rate fluctuations, including, in particular,
fluctuations between the euro, which is our reporting currency, and the US
dollar, the Japanese yen and the Chinese yuan, as well as certain other
currencies; 9) the success, financial condition and performance of our
suppliers, collaboration partners and customers; 10) our ability to source
sufficient amounts of fully functional components, sub-assemblies, software,
applications and content without interruption and at acceptable prices and
quality; 11) our success in collaboration arrangements with third parties
relating to the development of new technologies, products and services,
including applications and content; 12) our ability to manage efficiently our
manufacturing and logistics, as well as to ensure the quality, safety,
security and timely delivery of our products and services and their
combinations; 13) our ability to manage our inventory and timely adapt our
supply to meet changing demands for our products; 14) our ability to protect
the complex technologies, which we or others develop or that we license, from
claims that we have infringed third parties' intellectual property rights, as
well as our unrestricted use on commercially acceptable terms of certain
technologies in our products and services and their combinations; 15) our
ability to protect numerous Nokia, NAVTEQ and Nokia Siemens Networks
patented, standardized or proprietary technologies from third-party
infringement or actions to invalidate the intellectual property rights of
these technologies; 16) the impact of changes in government policies, trade
policies, laws or regulations and economic or political turmoil in countries
where our assets are located and we do business; 17) any disruption to
information technology systems and networks that our operations rely on; 18)
our ability to retain, motivate, develop and recruit appropriately skilled
employees; 19) unfavorable outcome of litigations; 20) allegations of
possible health risks from electromagnetic fields generated by base stations
and mobile devices and lawsuits related to them, regardless of merit; 21) our
ability to achieve targeted costs reductions and increase profitability in
Nokia Siemens Networks and to effectively and timely execute related
restructuring measures; 22) developments under large, multi-year contracts or
in relation to major customers in the networks infrastructure and related
services business; 23) the management of our customer financing exposure,
particularly in the networks infrastructure and related services business;
24) whether ongoing or any additional governmental investigations into
alleged violations of law by some former employees of Siemens AG ("Siemens")
may involve and affect the carrier-related assets and employees transferred
by Siemens to Nokia Siemens Networks; 25) any impairment of Nokia Siemens
Networks customer relationships resulting from ongoing or any additional
governmental investigations involving the Siemens carrier-related operations
transferred to Nokia Siemens Networks; as well as the risk factors specified
on pages 11-32 of Nokia's annual report Form 20-F for the year ended December
31, 2009 under Item 3D. "Risk Factors." Other unknown or unpredictable
factors or underlying assumptions subsequently proving to be incorrect could
cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking
statements. Nokia does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or
revise forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information,
future events or otherwise, except to the extent legally required.

    http://www.nokia.com

Source: Nokia Corporation

Media Enquiries: Nokia, Communications, Tel. +358-7180-34900, Email: press.services@nokia.com. Nokia, North America, Communications, Tel. +1-972-894-4573, Email: communications.corp@nokia.com

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Frost & Sullivan Hosts Webinar: Key CTIA Takeaways - Mobile Industry Preparing to Surf the 4G Disruption Wave

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 26 --
  WHEN:          Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at 11 a.m. ET
  LOCATION:      Online, with free registration
  SPEAKER:       Ronald Gruia, Emerging Telecoms, Frost &  Sullivan

  (Logo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081117/FSLOGO)

As the wireless industry goes through the latest technological evolution with the advent of 4G, the entire ecosystem must prepare itself to face the disruptive challenges of that transition.  These hurdles include managing explosive mobile data growth, formulating a 4G transition plan, refining the value proposition of LTE to operators and subscribers, and elaborating a compelling application strategy, among others.  This briefing will provide an in-depth perspective of these issues, based on the feedback received at the CTIA Wireless show from members of the wireless value chain.

This session will benefit network equipment vendors, application vendors and developers, system integrators and operators.

Supporting Quote

"One of the key messages from CTIA is the realization that the road to LTE cannot be viewed as just another technology upgrade exercise," notes Gruia.  "The wireless ecosystem must also undergo changes in order to promote the development of new data services."

Supporting Resources

For more information about Frost & Sullivan's Mobile & Wireless Communications practice, please visit:  http://www.frost.com/prod/servlet/svcg.pag/ITMW.

  Registration
  --  To attend the briefing, email jake.wengroff@frost.com your full name,
      title, company name, company telephone number, company email address,
      city, state and country.
  --  Receive a recorded version of the briefing anytime by submitting the
      aforementioned contact details.

  About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, enables clients to accelerate growth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation and leadership. The company's Growth Partnership Service provides the CEO and the CEO's Growth Team with disciplined research and best-practice models to drive the generation, evaluation and implementation of powerful growth strategies. Frost & Sullivan leverages over 45 years of experience in partnering with Global 1000 companies, emerging businesses and the investment community from 40 offices on six continents. To join our Growth Partnership, please visit http://www.frost.com/.

  Contact:
  Jake Wengroff
  Frost & Sullivan
  +1.210.247.3806
  jake.wengroff@frost.com

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Source: Frost & Sullivan
   

CONTACT:  Jake Wengroff of Frost & Sullivan, +1-210-247-3806,
jake.wengroff@frost.com

Web Site:  http://www.frost.com/

STMicroelectronics Keeps Mobile Music Playing with Power-Saving Stereo Headphone Amplifier

Class-G amplifier delivers analog audio performance at significantly lower power consumption for longer battery life

GENEVA, March 26 -- STMicroelectronics (NYSE:STM), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions for mobile devices, has introduced a stereo headphone amplifier IC that achieves significantly higher efficiency than previous-generation devices, enabling listeners to enjoy high-quality sound for longer between battery charges.

The TS4621 delivers the high audio performance of a traditional analog amplifier, and saves power by operating from a lower supply voltage for the majority of audio-signal levels. While connected to two supplies, power is drawn from the higher-voltage rail for only those brief periods when peak audio power levels are required. By using this principle, known as class G, the TS4621 is among the first such headphone amplifiers targeting portable applications.

The TS4621 simplifies system design with features including an industry-standard I2C interface enabling digital volume control from -60dB to +4dB, and integrated switch-on/switch-off circuitry that eliminates pop and click noise. Its ultra-small 1.65mm x 1.65mm chip-scale package allows the amplifier to be positioned very close to the headphone connector for optimum audio performance.

Joining ST's portfolio of audio ICs targeting products such as cellphones, multimedia and MP3 players, game terminals and GPS devices, the TS4621 has four-times lower quiescent current consumption than the existing TS4601; a class AB amplifier. This saving is valuable in energy-sensitive applications such as battery-powered devices. At the same time, the TS4621 excels in key audio performance parameters to deliver an outstanding listening experience for end users.

  Major features of the TS4621:

  --  0.006% THD+N at 1kHz
  --  100dB PSRR at 217Hz (high immunity to GSM signaling noise)
  --  100dB SNR at 0dB gain
  --  0.6mA/channel quiescent current
  --  2.1mA/channel active current at 100microW audio output

The TS4621 is sampling to lead customers now and will be available for production orders from April 2010, priced from $0.95 for orders over 1000 units.

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.

Source: STMicroelectronics
   

CONTACT:  Michael Markowitz of STMicroelectronics, +1-781-591-0354,
michael.markowitz@st.com

Web Site:  http://www.st.com/

RapidTainment AG and High-Tech Grunderfonds invest in sevenload Founders' Social Web Game

COLOGNE, Germany, March 26, 2010--     UP Web Game GmbH, a United Prototype project, is happy to welcome Swiss
RapidTainment AG and German High-Tech Grunderfonds (HTGF) as new investors
and shareholders. The transaction was made public yesterday at the company's
housewarming party in Cologne, which was attended by several hundred people
from politics, media and business.

    Under the working title "Social Web Game" the company is currently
developing a new kind of online game, which combines several already existing
concepts and is targeted at a broadly defined audience. For now, the founders
keep quiet about further details.

    "People enjoy playing with each other," the founders Ibrahim Evsan and
Thomas Bachem comment "and the Internet makes it possible to realize
completely new concepts." Evsan and Bachem have developed the idea behind the
game since 2005, until they put it aside for some time in order to found the
video platform sevenload. "However, we are entrepreneurs, and sometimes you
can't let an idea go. This game is one of those very special projects, and we
are happy to finally implement it together with strong partners".

    RapidTainment AG and HTGF take part in this seven-figure seed financing
round with equal shares. Tobias Hartmann, who joined end of 2009 as
co-founder: "Our two investors complement each other perfectly. RapidTainment
AG is a very powerful partner with an exciting strategic vision, while HTGF
contributes an excellent VC network and a high degree of professionalism".

    "RapidTainment AG was founded in order to bring entertainment content to
market and to drive exciting concepts forward", comments Bobby Chang, CEO of
RapidTainment AG. "We are looking forward to the collaboration with this
great team and we are proud to support this project".

    Andreas Quauke, Investment Manager with HTGF, sees a high potential in
both the market and the team: "The Social Web Game fills a very attractive
and still vacant niche in a market that doubles in size each year. In
particular, we were attracted by the experienced and highly motivated team
that has a high potential to bring this idea to market with high speed and
quality".

    Further information on UP Web Game is available at
http://www.unitedprototype.com (in German only).

    About RapidTainment:

    RapidTainment stands for digital entertainment: the goal is to market
entertainment across all online sectors via the platform
http://www.rapidtainment.com. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in
Cham/Switzerland.

    About the High-Tech Grunderfonds:

    The High-Tech Grunderfonds invests risk capital in young, high-potential
technology companies that convert promising research results in business
success. By means of the seed financing the start-ups shall carry on with the
R & D project until the provision of a prototype or a "proof of concept" or
until the lancing on the market. The High-Tech Grunderfonds has a funds
volume of about 272 million EUR. Investors of the Public Private Partnership
are the German Federal Ministry for Economy and Technology, the KfW Banking
Group and the six industrial company groups BASF, Deutsche Telekom, Siemens,
Robert Bosch, Daimler, and Carl Zeiss.

   
    Contact:

    UP Web Game GmbH
    Herr Tobias Hartmann
    Friesenplatz 16
    50672 Koln, Germany
    Tel: +49-221-16539444
    Fax: +49-221-16539445
    tobias.hartmann@unitedprototype.com
    http://blog.unitedprototype.com

    Rapid Tainment AG
    Gewerbestrasse 6
    6330 Cham, Switzerland
    Tel.: +41-41-748-88-81
    press@rapidtainment.com

    High-Tech Grunderfonds Management GmbH
    Andreas Quauke
    Investmentmanager
    Ludwig-Erhard-Allee 2
    53175 Bonn, Germany
    Tel.: +49-228-96568500
    Fax: +49-228-96568550
    info@high-tech-gruenderfonds.de
    http://www.high-tech-gruenderfonds.de/

Source: RapidTainment AG

Contact: UP Web Game GmbH, Herr Tobias Hartmann, Friesenplatz 16, 50672 Koln, Germany, Tel: +49-221-16539444, Fax: +49-221-16539445, tobias.hartmann@unitedprototype.com, http://blog.unitedprototype.com. Rapid Tainment AG, Gewerbestrasse 6, 6330 Cham, Switzerland, Tel.: +41-41-748-88-81, press@rapidtainment.com. High-Tech Grunderfonds Management GmbH, Andreas Quauke, Investmentmanager, Ludwig-Erhard-Allee 2, 53175 Bonn, Germany, Tel.: +49-228-96568500, Fax: +49-228-96568550, info@high-tech-gruenderfonds.de, http://www.high-tech-gruenderfonds.de/

Aaron McGruder's BoondocksBootleg Website Now Live

Self-Proclaimed "Official Unofficial Site" Features Exclusive Content from Upcoming Season of THE BOONDOCKS Season Three Premieres Sunday, May 2nd on Adult Swim

LOS ANGELES, March 26 -- The Boondocks season three will premiere on Sunday, May 2nd at 11:30 PM on Cartoon Networks' Adult Swim, but until then fans of the animated series can get a taste of what the new season will bring on creator Aaron McGruder's official unofficial website, BoondocksBootleg.com.  The site will provide audiences with never before seen video clips, screen shots, and other behind the scenes tid-bits on the upcoming season.

In addition to commentary and exclusive sneak peeks at all things The Boondocks related, BoondocksBootleg.com also includes personal commentary from McGruder regarding the state of the nation, politics, and pop culture.

Fans are encouraged to regularly check into BoondocksBootleg.com for McGruder's posts regarding exclusive scenes and hints at upcoming plot lines from the highly anticipated upcoming third season.

Since the debut of the first season in 2005, The Boondocks - based on the comic strip by the same name - has been one of Adult Swim's most popular original series.  In 2007, the envelope-pushing show was recognized with the prestigious Peabody Award for the episode McGruder wrote titled, "Return of the King," in which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. awakens from a coma and reacts to contemporary phenomena from gangsta rap to the war on terror.  In 2005 the series was nominated for a NAACP Image Award in the category of "Outstanding Comedy Series."

The animated series is voiced by Regina King (Southland, Ray) as brothers Huey and Riley Freeman, John Witherspoon (Friday After Next) as Robert Jebediah Freeman aka "Granddad," Cedric Yarbrough (Reno 911), Gary Anthony Williams (Boston Legal), Gabby Soleil (Johnson Family Vacation) and Jill Talley (American Dad). In season three, guest characters are voiced by an eclectic mix of actors and media personalities, including Bill Maher, Werner Herzog, Ed Asner, Billy Dee Williams, Star Jones and Marion Ross. The Boondocks is produced by Rebel Base in association with Sony Pictures Television.

Source: BoondocksBootleg
   

CONTACT:  Cashmere Agency, +1-310-695-7078, pr@cashmereagency.com, for
BoondocksBootleg

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

New Cell Site Expands Digital Wireless Service in Rogers, Ark.

ROGERS, Ark., March 26 -- Verizon Wireless recently activated a new advanced digital cell site in Rogers, Ark. This new site will further enhance voice and 3G data coverage along portions of SR94 and portions of South Central Rogers.

This new site, which utilizes high speed EV-DO and Rev. A technology, will enhance 3G coverage for Benton County residents, allowing them to enjoy even clearer call reception and faster speeds when sending text, picture or video messages; browsing the Web; downloading hit music through VCAST Music with Rhapsody; or catching up on their favorite TV Shows on VCAST Mobile TV.

"We value our customers in Rogers, and it's our mission to ensure that they - like all our other customers - receive the most reliable 3G service in the nation," said Leo Perreault, executive director - Network for Verizon Wireless. "Our network investment in this area will allow Rogers residents to gain access to any information they need, anytime, anywhere"

Verizon Wireless customers enjoy exclusive services that enrich their lives - such as VCAST Video - on an exciting lineup of innovative smartphones such as the Motorola Droid and the PALM Pre Plus. The company's commitment to excellence and reliability has resulted in numerous national accolades for call quality and customer service.

Verizon Wireless has invested more than $50 billion since it was formed -- $5.5 billion on average every year -- to increase the coverage and capacity of its premier nationwide network and to add new services. In 2009, Verizon Wireless invested more than $56 million in Arkansas to advance and expand its superior network capabilities.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 91 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with  83,000 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:  Lucie Pathmann, +1-501-905-5553,
Lucie.Pathmann@verizonwireless.com

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

Nintendo and Capcom's Monster Hunter Tri Partners SCI FI as Channel Evolves to SYFY

LONDON, March 26, 2010--     Universal Networks International has today announced a partnership
between SCI FI and Nintendo and Capcom's Monster Hunter Tri game, which will
run throughout April as the channel transforms to Syfy.

    The partnership will see the top selling game sponsor the UK Premiere of
the epic fantasy adventure LEGEND OF THE SEEKER season 2 on Thursdays at 8pm
with specially created 15'' openers, 5'' breakbumpers and 10'' closers.

    In addition, the partnership will cover the Monday Night Movie strand
throughout April, the Creatures vs Monsters movies stunt, which runs from
26th-28th March, and episodes of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER between 26th March
and the end of April.

    During the period the channel transforms to Syfy as part of the global
evolution of SCI FI. The channel launches at 10pm on Tuesday 13th April with
the UK premiere of V, the visually stunning reimagining of the groundbreaking
invasion miniseries. The following evening (10pm) sees the UK premiere of the
high-octane drama HUMAN TARGET.

    SCI FI will launch its HD service on Virgin in early April - meaning both
Sky and Virgin customers will be able to watch the channel in glorious High
Definition.

    "As SCI FI becomes Syfy and evolves into a brand which further embraces
imagination and innovation, we're delighted to have such a strategically
perfect partner on board," said James Newton, UK Head of Channels, Universal
Networks International.

    "Given the sense of adventure which features in LEGEND OF THE SEEKER,
Nintendo - and specifically Monster Hunter Tri - is obviously a brand which
will resonate brilliantly with our viewers."

    Rob Lowe, Marketing Manager, Nintendo UK commented; "We're delighted to
be working alongside SCI FI for the launch of Monster Hunter Tri, we hope to
excite Sci Fi fans across the UK with this epic new title available
exclusively on Wii."

    The deal was brokered by Sky Media's Wesleigh Lewis and MEC Access Damien
Gilliman, with sponsorship creative designed by Hatch

    SCI FI is available on Sky 129, Virgin 135, TalkTalk 22.

   
    Contact:
    Jane Muirhead
    Universal Networks International
    NBC Universal
    +44(0)207-631-2951

Source: Universal Networks International

Contact: Jane Muirhead, Universal Networks International, NBC Universal, +44(0)207-631-2951

Idenix Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Canaccord Adams' Hepatitis C Conference

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 26 -- Idenix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:IDIX) announced today that management will present a corporate overview at the upcoming Canaccord Adams' Hepatitis C Conference on Thursday, April 1, 2010 at 10:45 a.m. ET at The Peninsula Hotel, New York.

The live and archived webcast of the company presentation can be accessed under "Calendar of Events" in the Idenix Investor Center at http://www.idenix.com.  Please log in approximately 5-10 minutes before the event to ensure a timely connection.  The archived replay will be available on the Idenix website for two weeks following the conference.

About Idenix

Idenix Pharmaceuticals, Inc., headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of human viral diseases. Idenix's current focus is on the treatment of infections caused by the hepatitis C virus. For further information about Idenix, please refer to http://www.idenix.com/.

Idenix Pharmaceuticals Contact:

Teri Dahlman (617) 995-9905

Source: Idenix Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Teri Dahlman, Idenix Pharmaceuticals, +1-617-995-9905

Web Site:  http://www.idenix.com/

PLATO Learning Enters into Merger Agreement with Thoma Bravo

Shareholders to receive $5.60 per share in cash; transaction valued at $143 million

MINNEAPOLIS, March 26 -- PLATO Learning, Inc. (NASDAQ:TUTR), a leading provider of K-adult online learning solutions, today announced  it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Thoma Bravo, LLC in a transaction valued at approximately $143 million.  The PLATO Learning board of directors unanimously approved the agreement and will recommend that the Company's shareholders approve the transaction.

Under the terms of the agreement, PLATO Learning shareholders will receive $5.60 in cash for each share of PLATO Learning common stock they hold, representing a premium of approximately 30% over the Company's average closing price during the 30 trading days ending March 25, 2010 and a 34% premium over the Company's average closing price during the 90 trading days ending March 25, 2010.

"Our agreement with Thoma Bravo represents an attractive valuation for our shareholders, and we look forward to closing the transaction as quickly as possible," said Vin Riera, PLATO Learning's President and Chief Executive Officer.  "We also look forward to partnering with Thoma Bravo in continuing to focus on delivering high quality PLATO Learning solutions to our customers."

"Thoma Bravo is excited to partner with PLATO Learning's existing management team to enhance the Company's growth and bring increased value to customers," said Holden Spaht, a Principal at Thoma Bravo. "PLATO's established solutions and experienced leadership team, coupled with Thoma Bravo's expertise in buying and building software companies, presents an excellent opportunity for PLATO to further strengthen its position within the education technology market."

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including requisite regulatory approvals and approval of PLATO Learning shareholders.  The transaction is not subject to a financing condition.  PLATO Learning expects the transaction to close in the Company's fiscal quarter ending July 31,  2010.

Thomas Weisel Partners LLC served as exclusive financial advisor to PLATO Learning, and Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC provided a fairness opinion to the Company's Board of Directors.

About PLATO Learning, Inc.

PLATO Learning is a leading provider of computer-based and e-learning instruction for kindergarten through adult learners, offering curricula in reading, writing, math, science, social studies, and life and job skills.  For more information on PLATO Learning, visit http://www.plato.com.

About Thoma Bravo, LLC

Thoma Bravo is a leading private equity investment firm that has been providing equity and strategic support to experienced management teams building growing companies for more than 29 years. The firm originated the concept of industry consolidation investing, which seeks to create value through the strategic use of acquisitions to accelerate business growth. Thoma Bravo applies its investment strategy across multiple industries with a particular focus on the software and services sectors. In the software industry, Thoma Bravo has completed 49 acquisitions across 14 platform companies with total annual earnings in excess of $600 million. For more information on Thoma Bravo, visit http://www.thomabravo.com.

Information regarding the solicitation of proxies

In connection with the proposed transaction, PLATO Learning will file a proxy statement and relevant documents concerning the proposed transaction with the SEC relating to the solicitation of proxies to vote at a special meeting of shareholders to be called to approve the proposed transaction.  The definitive proxy statement will be mailed to the shareholders of PLATO Learning in advance of the special meeting.  Shareholders of PLATO Learning are urged to read the proxy statement and other relevant materials when they become available because they will contain important information about PLATO Learning and the proposed transaction.  Shareholders may obtain a free copy of the proxy statement and any other relevant documents filed by PLATO Learning with the SEC (when available) at the SEC's Web site at http://www.sec.gov.  In addition, shareholders may obtain free copies of the documents filed with the SEC by PLATO Learning by contacting PLATO Learning Investor Relations by e-mail at investor.relations@plato.com or by phone at (952) 832-1000.

PLATO Learning and its directors and certain executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from PLATO Learning shareholders in respect of the proposed transaction.  Information about the directors and executive officers of PLATO Learning and their respective interests in PLATO Learning by security holdings or otherwise is set forth in its proxy statements and Annual Reports on Form 10-K previously filed with the SEC.  Investors may obtain additional information regarding the interest of the participants by reading the proxy statement regarding the acquisition when it becomes available.  Each of these documents is, or will be, available for free at the SEC's Web site at http://www.sec.gov and at the PLATO Learning Investor Relations Web site at http://www.PLATO.com/investor-relations.aspx.

Cautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  These forward-looking statements include statements regarding benefits of the proposed transaction, future performance, and the completion of the transaction.  These statements are based on the current expectations of management of PLATO Learning, Inc., involve certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict, and are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove accurate.  Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed herein.  There are a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements included in this document.  For example, among other things, conditions to the closing of the transaction may not be satisfied and the transaction may involve unexpected costs, liabilities, or delays, any of which could cause the transaction to not be consummated.  Additional factors that may affect the future results of PLATO Learning are set forth in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available at http://www.sec.gov.  All forward-looking statements in this release are qualified by these cautionary statements and are made only as of the date of this release.  PLATO Learning is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any such obligation) to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

  CONTACTS:

  For PLATO Learning:
      Robert Rueckl
      Chief Financial Officer
      PLATO Learning, Inc.
      952.832.1000

  For Thoma Bravo:
      Amber Roberts
      Lane PR
      646.673.8547
      amber@lanepr.com

Source: PLATO Learning, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Robert Rueckl, Chief Financial Officer of PLATO Learning, Inc.,
+1-952-832-1000; or Amber Roberts of Lane PR, +1-646-673-8547,
amber@lanepr.com, for Thoma Bravo

Web Site:  http://www.thomabravo.com/
http://www.plato.com/

China GrenTech Selected to Be Exclusive WLAN Provider for World Expo 2010 Shanghai China

SHENZHEN, China, March 26 -- China GrenTech Corporation Limited (Nasdaq: GRRF, "the Company", or "GrenTech"), a leading China-based provider of radio frequency ("RF") and wireless coverage products and services, today announced that in preparation for the communication network deployment for World Expo 2010 Shanghai, China ("Expo"), GrenTech has been selected by China Mobile as the Expo's exclusive wireless local area network ("WLAN") service provider. The Company will provide services that include equipment deployment, installation and testing. In addition, GrenTech is selected by China Telecom to build the Trans European Trunked Radio (TETRA) and WLAN system for the China Pavilion, the landmark of the Expo site.

Mr. Yingjie Gao, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, "We are very pleased to be the exclusive WLAN service provider selected by China Mobile for the Expo, another landmark event hosted by China following the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. When the Expo begins on May 1, 2010, we expect high traffic volume from wireless users in the numerous pavilions, and we will provide top quality and reliable communication access and services for Expo attendees. Our selection as the exclusive WLAN provider by China Mobile is another strong demonstration that GrenTech is best positioned to provide such services, as we leverage our high-quality products and long-standing and proven service track record. We plan to install more than 2,000 WLAN access points to fully cover the Expo's grounds. In addition, we will deploy a technical service team comprised of many wireless coverage experts from our branch offices, including Shanghai, Guangdong, Yunnan, Guizhou, Anhui, Shanxi, Xinjiang and Henan, in order to guarantee high-quality service for the Expo."

About China GrenTech

GrenTech is a leading developer of radio frequency ("RF") technology in China and a leading provider of wireless coverage products and services in China. The Company uses RF technology to design and manufacture wireless coverage products, which enable telecommunication operators to expand the reach of their wireless communication networks to indoor and outdoor areas, such as buildings, highways, railways, tunnels and remote regions. GrenTech's wireless coverage services include design, installation and project warranty services. The Company also tailors the design and configuration of its wireless coverage products to the specific requirements of its customers.

Based on its in-house RF technology platform, the Company also develops and produces base station RF parts and components sold to base station manufacturers. GrenTech is a qualified supplier of RF parts and components to the global and domestic major base station manufacturers including Ericsson (China) Corporation Ltd, Nokia Siemens Network, Huawei Technologies and ZTE Corporation. For more information, please visit http://www.grentech.com.cn/ .

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements, as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Forward-looking statements, including financial projections and forecasts, involve risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from its current expectations.  Factors that could cause the Company's results to differ materially from those set forth in these forward-looking statements include: the Company's reliance on business relationships with the Chinese telecommunication operators and base station manufacturers; the ability of the Company to avoid disruption to its business caused by changes in the Board; the ability of the Company to recruit and retain suitable Board members; the risk that the Company will continue to experience downward pressure on the pricing of its products and services due to the telecommunication operators' bidding policies or other factors; the risk that the telecommunication operators in China will not expand or maintain their spending on 2G, 3G, WLAN or other network projects; uncertainty as to the future demand for base station RF products by domestic or international base station manufacturers, including the risk that demand in China or elsewhere for base stations may not grow as the Company's management anticipates; and uncertainty as to the Company's ability to attract and retain qualified executives and personnel, particularly in its research and development department.  Other factors that may causes the Company's actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements contained in this press release and that may affect its prospects in general are described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Registration Statement on Form F-1 related to its initial public offering and its annual reports on Form 20-F.  The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or changed assumptions or circumstances.

  For more information, please contact:

  Investor Contact:
   Cat Zhang, Investor Relations Manager
   China GrenTech Corp Ltd.
   Tel:   +86-755-2650-3007
   Email: investor@grentech.com.cn

  Investor Relations (HK):
   Ruby Yim
   Taylor Rafferty
   Tel:   +852-3196-3712
   Email: GrenTech@Taylor-Rafferty.com

  Investor Relations (US):
   Delia Cannan
   Taylor Rafferty
   Tel:   +1-212-889-4350
   Email: GrenTech@Taylor-Rafferty.com

  Media Contact:
   Jason Marshall
   Taylor Rafferty
   Tel:   +1-212-889-4350
   Email: GrenTech@Taylor-Rafferty.com

Source: China GrenTech Corporation Limited
   

CONTACT: Investor Contact: Cat Zhang, Investor Relations Manager of China
GrenTech Corp Ltd., +86-755-2650-3007, or investor@grentech.com.cn; Or
Investor Relations (HK): Ruby Yim of Taylor Rafferty, +852-3196-3712, or
GrenTech@taylor-rafferty.com; Or Investor Relations (US): Delia Cannan of
Taylor Rafferty, +1-212-889-4350, or GrenTech@taylor-rafferty.com; Or Media
Contact: Jason Marshall of Taylor Rafferty, +1-212-889-4350, or
GrenTech@taylor-rafferty.com

Web site: http://www.grentech.com.cn/

Polaris Acquires IndigoTX, a SaaS Software Company Providing an Enterprise Brokerage Platform Used by Half a Million Customers

CHENNAI, India, March 26, 2010--     Polaris Software Lab Limited (POLS.BO), a leading Financial
Technology Company today announced the acquisition of IndigoTX, a SaaS
(Software as a service) Company that provides GO TX, an enterprise brokerage
solution for the securities market on a pay per use model.

    The GO TX brokerage platform is a cutting edge technology
platform that runs on a GRID architecture providing tremendous amount of
scalability and performance using commodity hardware platforms.

    The GO TX System allows brokers the luxury of a single
platform that provides trading in multiple instruments such as equities,
derivatives, mutual funds, commodities and currencies, providing access to
multiple markets besides integrating the front, middle and back-office
functions. The GO TX layered architecture also allows it to integrate
internet access, desktops and other user access devices into a single
platform.

    A GO TX brokerage customer pays the company on a pay per use
model. Under this model, the company provides access to all its solutions and
technologies by pricing it on a usage basis. GO TX provides continuous
updates of its software to its customers. This helps brokerages to focus on
their business rather than worry and manage technologies that are constantly
changing and evolving. This also relieves the brokerage firms from the
pressure of continuous capital investments.

    For large brokerage firms, GO TX value proposition is that it
provides tremendous amount of operational efficiency as a result of its
single integrated platform. The integration allows brokerage firms, complete
control over their large span of business operations in real-time. The CEOs
of brokerage firms can get a comprehensive view of their trading assets and
liabilities in real-time. Brokerage firms will have a better control of their
operations on a volatile day deploying the GO TX platform.

    For smaller brokers, the GO TX value proposition is
accessibility to technologies that typically only large players can afford.

    Mr. Chandra Balaraman, Founder &CEO said, "Our trading
platform for brokerages is what ERP is to manufacturing. With proven
technologies in place, we needed a partner who can fuel our growth and also
provide access to various global markets. We are excited to join the Polaris
family that has a large reach and reputation as a cutting edge solution
provider to large financial institutions."

    Mr. Arun Jain, Founder, Chairman & CEO, Polaris Software,
said, "Technology investments continue to be the major bottleneck for many
brokerage houses that are nurturing big growth ambitions. GO TX leverages
modern technology of Software as a Service (SaaS) to offer trade based
pricing. In effect, brokerage houses can move away from technology related
concerns completely and enjoy the freedom of 'pay as you grow".

    About Polaris Software Lab

    Polaris Software Lab (POLS.BO) is a leading Financial
Technology company, with its comprehensive portfolio of products, services
and consulting. Polaris has a talent strength of over 9,000 solution
architects, domain and technology experts. The company owns the largest set
of Intellectual Properties in the form of a comprehensive product suite,
Intellect Global Universal Banking (GUB) 10.0. Intellect(TM) is the first pure
play SOA based application suite for Retail, Corporate, Investment banking
and Insurance.

    Polaris is headquartered in Chennai and has offices in all
global financial hubs including Tokyo, Sydney, Hong Kong, Singapore, India,
Dubai, Bahrain, Riyadh, London, Belfast, Zurich, Frankfurt, Toronto, New
York, Chicago, Fremont, Pittsburgh and Chile. For more information, please
visit http://www.polaris.co.in/

    About IndigoTX Software (GO TX Systems)

    GO TX Systems is a software and back-office services company
with a financial services focus. Its platform GO TX, designed and developed
to be deployed by banks, brokers and other financial intermediaries, will
facilitate investment and trading in many instruments, in multiple markets
and currencies. GO TX platform, a complete front, middle and back-office
solution, currently supports investment and trading in Equities, Equity
derivatives, IPOs, Mutual Funds and Commodities. For more information, please
visit http://www.indigotx.com

   
    For more information, please contact:

    Shailesh Dhawla
    Polaris Software Lab
    Tel: +91-9711811460
    Email: shailesh.d@polaris.co.in

Source: Polaris Software Lab

For more information, please contact: Shailesh Dhawla, Polaris Software Lab, Tel: +91-9711811460, Email: shailesh.d@polaris.co.in .

Evanger's Presents Non-Denominational 'Passover Seder for Dogs' Hosted by Dog News Daily on March 31, 2010 at Hotel Palomar in Los Angeles

Dinner Will Benefit Best Friends Animal Society and Los Angeles Animal

Services and Include an Adoption Drive to Seek Loving Homes for Loving Dogs

LOS ANGELES, March 25

WHAT:  Dog News Daily, the largest online magazine for dog owners and pet industry professionals, will serve up the "1st Annual Passover Seder for Dogs" at the renowned dog-friendly Kimpton property, The Hotel Palomar.

While the invitation only dinner will feature kosher dog food, generously provided by sponsor Evanger's Dog and Cat Food Company, it will be a non-denominational affair. Dog News Daily and all the sponsors believe that all dogs - regardless of breed, size, fur or religion - deserve delicious, healthy food.

With many of the pooches donning their doggie yarmulkes, the festive evening will include an adoption drive for dogs from the Best Friends Animal Society and Los Angeles Animal Services as well as a silent auction. And, yes, a kosher dog dinner featuring Evanger's dog food and Wagatha's Dog Biscuits!

In addition to the dogs available for adoption, dog guests will bring their "plus-one" human owners, who will enjoy culinary delights prepared by Chef Simon Dolinky of the hotel's restaurant, Blvd 16.

  WHO:        More than 50 dogs of which many will be donning their
              doggie Yarmulkes. Pooches will be from shelters as
              well as family-owned

  SPONSORS:   Evanger's Dog and Cat Food Company
              Dog News Daily
              The Hotel Palomar, A Kimpton Property

  CHARITY:    Best Friends Animal Society

  SHELTER:    Los Angeles Animal Services

  WHEN:       Wednesday, March 31st (3rd Night of the Holiday)
              6:00 pm press check-in
              6:30 pm red carpet dinner arrivals
              7:30 pm dinner

  WHERE:      The Hotel Palomar (A Kimpton property)
              10740 Wilshire Blvd. (and Selby)
              Los Angeles, CA 90024

  CONTACT:    Vivian Mayer: 818.720.8846
              Press planning to attend should rsvp to Vivian Mayer at
              vivianmayer@sbcglobal.net

  /PRNewswire -- March 25/

Source: Dog News Daily Seder

EMC Named Official Physical Security Solutions Provider of Digital Surveillance for 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games

Teaming with Leading Industry Surveillance Technology Partners, Physical Security Solution Will Offer Comprehensive Protection for Second Largest Sporting Event in North America

LAS VEGAS, March 25 -- ISC West Conference -- EMC Corporation, the world leader in information infrastructure solutions, today announced it is the official physical security provider of digital surveillance for the upcoming 2010 Alltech Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) World Equestrian Games, taking place September 25 - October 10, 2010 in Lexington, Kentucky.  Working with leading technology providers in the physical security and surveillance markets -- including Arecont Vision, Orion Systems Group, Theia Technologies and Verint Systems -- EMC will provide video surveillance for the more than a half million attendees and participants of this world class sporting event.

  Facts on World Equestrian Games

  --  As the largest event for equine athletics in the United States, the
      World Equestrian Games gathers the best 60 countries to compete in
      eight equestrian sports over a two week period.  The Games are held
      every four years, two years prior to the Olympic Games, and are
      governed by the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI).  Due to the
      significant size and scope of this world championship event, security
      of equine and human athletes and patrons is a top priority.

  EMC Physical Security Solution for World Equestrian Games

  --  EMC's Physical Security Solutions integrate physical security and
      surveillance information from a wide range of data sources and help
      automate the analysis and management of the information. Customers in
      retail, financial services, gaming, transportation, seaports/airports,
      correctional facilities, government, education, critical
      infrastructure and border control use EMC's best-practices solutions
      for real-time access to critical information, enabling them to
      proactively protect critical assets.
  --  As the official physical security solutions provider of the 2010 World
      Equestrian Games, EMC will manage video surveillance information;
      provide security for hardware, software, and information created,
      used, stored and archived at the event; and conduct physical security
      training and provide on-site staffing in the physical security control
      center during the event.  EMC will work with top camera, lense, video
      and technology integration vendors to complete the solution across the
      1,200-acre Kentucky Horse Park campus covering the World Equestrian
      Games -- including Arecont Vision megapixel cameras; Theia
      Technologies advanced lenses; Verint Systems video management
      software; and Orion Systems Group integration and installation
      services.
  --  Dick O'Leary, Senior Director of EMC's Global Solutions, said, "As the
      second largest sporting event to take place in North America other
      than the Olympics, we are excited to be the official physical security
      solutions provider of digital surveillance for the World Equestrian
      Games.  The sheer size and scope of the event highlight the need for
      organizations to quickly analyze and respond to the vast amounts of
      captured security data.  Working with Arecont Vision, Orion, Theia and
      Verint, we will provide the World Equestrian Games with the most
      comprehensive security solution across a wide campus so their security
      experts can make better and quicker decisions to ensure the safety and
      protection of all spectators and participants."

  Supporting Quotes from World Equestrian Games and Security Consultant

  --  Jamie Link, World Games 2010 Foundation CEO, said, "The contribution
      EMC is making towards the 2010 Games will not only make the Games safe
      and successful for all visitors, but also has potential to enhance the
      Kentucky Horse Park as a world-class facility."
  --  Kevin Tyo, Principal of ESCO Security Consulting, the primary security
      consultant of the World Equestrian Games, said, "As a full service
      security system company that supports a number of high-profile
      sporting events, we look to those vendors who help us provide the
      highest surveillance functionality.  With the World Equestrian Games,
      we are excited to work with EMC in driving the technology portion of
      our multi-zone visual monitoring system.  The combination of EMC and
      its best-of-breed partners gives us the highest quality physical
      security solution available in the market for this global sporting
      event."

  EMC Physical Security Solution Partner Quotes

  --  "We are excited to be participating, as an official sponsor, in a
      sporting event with such incredible popularity worldwide," said Raul
      Calderon, Vice President, Marketing, Arecont Vision. "An event of this
      magnitude, with high profile guests and participants, requires a
      premier level of equipment for its security solutions. Arecont Vision,
      having pioneered megapixel camera technology will be deploying our
      latest suite of products for the duration of the event. Combined with
      the offerings of our fellow physical security solutions providers, the
      World Equestrian Games will be one of the most technologically
      advanced security deployments worldwide."
  --  "Orion Systems Group is pleased to be part of the 2010 Alltech FEI
      World Equestrian Games Security Solutions Team.  Our team will be
      showcasing the latest advancements in technology with Arecont Vision's
      megapixel cameras, Theia's ultra wide megapixel lenses, EMC storage,
      and Verint's enterprise surveillance software on an international
      stage," said Paul Garver, President, Orion Systems Group. "The venue
      for the World Equestrian Games is over 1,200 acres and presents
      numerous design and deployment challenges that will allow Orion
      Systems Group to highlight the best practices and technologies that
      must be leveraged to successfully deploy and operate an enterprise
      class surveillance system across a large geographic area with little
      or no existing network infrastructure."
  --  "Theia is proud to team with industry leaders EMC Physical Security,
      Arecont Vision, Verint, and Orion, to be a part of the video
      surveillance solution for the World Equestrian Games," says Jeff
      Gohman, President and co-founder of Theia Technologies.  "Theia
      lenses, in conjunction with the other sponsors' world class video
      surveillance products and services, will provide the immediate,
      undistorted, clear images needed to ensure the security of World
      Equestrian Games participants and spectators."
  --  "Verint is pleased to partner with EMC, as well as Arecont Vision,
      Orion and Theia Technologies at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian
      Games," said Elan Moriah, President, Verint Video Intelligence
      Solutions and Verint Witness Actionable Solutions. "We're honored to
      take part in this historic event, leveraging our world-class networked
      IP video solutions to enhance awareness and the security of athletes
      and attendees."

  About the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games

The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are the world championships of eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI). The Games are held every four years and this will be the first occurrence in the United States.

The Games will be broadcast on NBC Sports, which has marked the largest commitment to network coverage of equestrian sport in U.S. television history. The 2010 Games are expected to have a statewide economic impact of $150 million, and current sponsors include Alltech, Rolex, John Deere, Ariat International, Inc., Meydan and Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital. For more information on the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, please visit http://www.alltechfeigames.com

About EMC

EMC Corporation (NYSE:EMC) is the world's leading developer and provider of information infrastructure technology and solutions that enable organizations of all sizes to transform the way they compete and create value from their information. Information about EMC's products and services can be found at http://www.EMC.com.

EMC is a registered trademarks or trademarks of EMC Corporation in the United States and other countries. All other marks and names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

Source: EMC Corporation
   

CONTACT:  Todd Cadley, EMC Corporation, +1-843-569-2715,
cadley_todd@emc.com

Web Site:  http://www.emc.com/

Heilind Electronics Announces the Addition of Winchester Electronics to Its Interconnect Portfolio

WILMINGTON, Mass., March 25 -- Heilind Electronics, the largest distributor of interconnect, electromechanical and wire & cable products in North America, has added Winchester Electronics to its industry-leading line card of manufacturers.  Winchester designs and manufactures a wide variety of PCB, RF, and Power connectors, as well as value-added cable and electromechanical assemblies for the telecommunications, wireless infrastructure, computer, industrial and medical equipment markets.  With this addition, Heilind continues to increase its product development resources, while offering high-quality interconnect solutions at competitive prices.  For more information, visit the Heilind Electronics' website at http://www.heilind.com/ or call (888)-411-3672.

About Winchester Electronics

Winchester Electronics Corporation, a 69-year old company, is a leader in designing and manufacturing electronic connectors and interconnect solutions. In addition to its headquarters in Wallingford, CT USA, the company maintains a global manufacturing and engineering network, and operates manufacturing facilities in Wallingford; Franklin, Massachusetts USA; Rock Hill, South Carolina USA; Nogales, Mexico; Suzhou, China; and Penang, Malaysia. For more information, please visit http://www.winchesterelectronics.com.

About Heilind Electronics

Heilind Electronics (http://www.heilind.com) is a leading distributor of connectors, relays, switches, thermal management & circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire & cable, wiring accessories and insulation & identification products.  Heilind serves OEMs and contract manufacturers in the medical, industrial controls & equipment, non-automotive transportation, aerospace and telecommunications markets with 25 North American sales offices, two automated distribution centers and a highly versatile value-added center.  In addition to the world's largest interconnect inventory, Heilind offers customers a complete portfolio of innovative logistics and supply chain management services including automated inventory management & auto-replenishment systems, on-line materials management tools and a full menu of electronic file sharing options.

  Contact:
  David Goforth
  972-202-4504

Source: Heilind Electronics
   

CONTACT:  David Goforth, +1-972-202-4504

Web Site:  http://www.heilind.com/

Scientists have managed to transform a radically different laser concept into a radically different laser reality.

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It’s 30 micrometers long - that’s 30 millionths of a meter - eight micrometers high and has a wavelength of 200 micrometers. This makes the laser considerably smaller than the wavelength of the light it emits - a scientific first.

Is seems to be based on the same general principles that allow cell phones (and other portable wireless communication devices) to use an antenna that is shorter than one-quarter of a wavelength of the frequency it operates at.

Source: Physorg.com

Ever wondered the history of the television? Today, there are high-resolution, large-height, large-width, low-depth, and relatively low-power compared to what it would be if you were to proportionally increase the size of the first televisions. Heck, CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) televisions can still be purchased, but they're not as common as they once were. Looking back to September 1928, it's truly amazing how much the technology of the television has advanced since its initial debut. (Note: This article is a shortened version of the one by Gawker, which is comprised of summaries and links to Popular Science articles from the magazine's archives.)


January 1929 - Your First Television Set
There's a reason they called it a "set" - it's far more difficult than a "kit" could ever dream of being...

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Back in the Great Depression, and before we had third world nations to do all our icky manual labor, you had to work if you wanted to watch television. Not that there was much on (and you thought winter Saturday figure skating was bad?), but if you wanted a glimpse of the future, it required sweat, a high quality radio and some neon tubes. Also, holding your thumb against a disk to keep the picture straight, and the ability to adjust motor rheostats, whatever that means.

April 1934 - Myriads Dots of Light Give New Television
When it came out, CRT was the thing to have! It may seem hard to believe, but back then, CRT was the latest and greatest invention to hit the world, or at least the geeks thought so.


December 1942 - Television Program Gives Housewives Hints from PSM

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Before there were soap operas and Ellen Degeneres to keep the little lady occupied while she kept house, there was a gigantic, horribly sexist robot that coldly reminded women how to properly toil in domestic servitude.

August 1944 - Post-War Television
Predictions of television someday being able to provide live coverage of a sporting event, on a screen as big as 24 inches started to arise; fortunately, their estimates were not limitations, but rather a landmark in the history of television.

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"Entertainment has remained the most important function of the mass communication services. It is important to instruct people, but in a nervous and complex civilization like ours it is even more important to amuse and thrill them." Suck it Tom Brokaw, even the Greatest Generation needed their Jersey Shore fix. Or something like that.

February 1962 - Is Color TV Worth It?
Can you imagine only being able to watch all of your favorite online videos in shades of gray, but no R, G, or B? I couldn't, either.

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What is that, you say? The proposition of color television? Ha! A mere passing trend, flashing opiates for the masses! Hardly a reason to replace the old, trusty tube and cabinet, what with its distinguished gray tones that produce classic, distinguished programming.

September 1991 - Little Dish TV

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So here came small dish satellite TV, bringing the base entertainment of regional superstations into the homes of even the boldest frontiersmen. While big satellites littered crazy people's homes since the 70s in America, the smaller dishes, new wavelengths and compression technology (boring!) was new to our shut ins and shut outs. With seven regional superstations and audio channels and access to Pay-Per-View movies, a $300 fee to buy a dish (or an installation and monthly rental fee) and a $35 monthly subscription was totally a great deal!

Wait, you mean people that didn't work for NASA used to have big satellite dishes?


That's all for here; Gawker has the full version of the article.

Magellan GPS Launches New Magellan RoadMate App for iPhone

SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 25 -- Magellan GPS today announced availability of the Magellan RoadMate App for iPhone for the United States and Puerto Rico.

The Magellan RoadMate App for iPhone uses the same award-winning interface as our dedicated personal navigation devices.  Best of all, the app is a one-time purchase with no recurring subscription fees.

The Magellan RoadMate App for iPhone also works on the iPod touch (2nd generation) with the required Magellan Premium Car Kit (sold separately).

  Feature highlights include:

  --  Spoken street name guidance
  --  Highway lane assist
  --  In-app music control
  --  iPhone address book integration
  --  Pedestrian Mode
  --  Most current maps provided by NAVTEQ

Available at iTunes App store, the United States only app is available at an introductory price of $39.99.

The Magellan RoadMate App for iPhone and the Magellan Premium Car Kit units for editor review can be obtained by emailing rfinelli@magellangps.com.

  Please visit: http://magellangps.com/ for more information.

  About MiTAC Digital Corp.

MiTAC Digital Corp. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MiTAC International Corporation and promotes and sells products and services under the Magellan brand name. Magellan assists people to travel, work and play their way with leading portable navigation and positioning solutions across multiple consumer markets. Recognized as an industry innovator, the company is the producer of the award-winning Magellan RoadMate, and Maestro series portable car navigation systems, as well as the Magellan Triton and eXplorist GC outdoor handheld navigation devices. MiTAC Digital Corp. is headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif. For more information on Magellan, visit http://www.magellangps.com/.

© 2010 MiTAC International Corporation. The Magellan logo, Magellan, and Explorist are registered trademarks of MiTAC International Corporation and are used under license by MiTAC Digital Corporation. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

  MEDIA CONTACT:
  Raphel Finelli
  Magellan GPS
  408-250-1778
  rfinelli@magellangps.com

Source: Magellan
   

CONTACT:  Raphel Finelli of Magellan GPS, +1-408-250-1778,
rfinelli@magellangps.com

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