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National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Responds to FCC Public Notice Announcement

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- On Wednesday, September 1, 2010, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Genachowski issued a Public Notice seeking additional public comment in the Open Internet proceeding. As a response to the Public Notice, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) issued the following statement:

"We recognize, appreciate and support Chairman Genachowski's rationale for seeking additional input about the potential application of Open Internet principles to specialized services and wireless broadband.  As the NAACP emphasized in our April 10, 2010 comments to the FCC, we believe it is important to ensure that broadband regulations are supported by documentation that they will not depress adoption or increase costs to racial or ethnic minorities, multilingual, tribal, or local populations.  Equally important, we hope this opportunity will help facilitate a resolution to this issue - enabling all parties to focus their attention and efforts on expediting broadband access, adoption and affordability for all Americans," said Hilary O. Shelton, Director NAACP Washington Bureau/Senior Vice President for Advocacy and Policy.

Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest grassroots based civil rights organization. Its members throughout the United States and the world are the premier advocates for civil rights in their communities, conducting voter mobilization and monitoring equal opportunity in the public and private sectors.

Source: National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
   

CONTACT:  Hilary O. Shelton of the NAACP, +1-202-463-2940,
hoshelton@naacpnet.org

Alliance for Digital Equality Statement on Federal Communications Commission Plan to Move Forward in Alignment with National Broadband Plan

ATLANTA, Sept. 2 -- Julius H. Hollis, Chairman of the Alliance for Digital Equality (ADE), issued the following statement regarding the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) announcement that the commission will seek further public comments on net neutrality policy:

"I am pleased that the FCC is continuing to seek different perspectives on broadband policy from a wide array of groups and industry leaders.  It is critical that we find the best way forward through open dialogue and common sense agreements on Internet policy.  Delivering broadband access to the 14 million Americans currently unconnected should be a top priority and Washington must be focused on achieving this goal.

"Right now our objective should be creating jobs, expanding small businesses and creating a regulatory environment that incentivizes 'all' private investment to work in harmony with the United States Government.

"As the debate continues, it is critical that we work to find true consensus that will create a positive path forward.  By further pursuing the principles in the National Broadband Plan and maintaining an open Internet we will be on the right track to create jobs, revive our economy, provide opportunities to underserved and un-served communities and play a larger role in the Digital Revolution.  We look forward to working with Congress and the FCC to achieve this and finally put the empowerment tool of broadband into the hands of every American."

About The Alliance for Digital Equality

The Alliance for Digital Equality (ADE), headquartered in Atlanta, GA is a non-profit consumer advocacy organization that serves to facilitate and ensure equal access to technology in underserved and un-served communities.  The Alliance also serves as a bridge between policymakers and minority individuals in order to help the public understand how legislative and regulatory policies regarding new technologies can impact and empower their daily lives.  For more information on The Alliance for Digital Equality, please visit http://www.alliancefordigitalequality.org.

Source: Alliance for Digital Equality
   

CONTACT:  Cynthia Miller of the Alliance for Digital Equality,
+1-404-815-9484, cmiller@adeql.org

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

UBM TechWeb's HDI Launches the HDI Desktop Support Manager Certification Program; Three-Day Course to Be Offered Across the United States Beginning in November

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Sept. 2 -- HDI (http://www.thinkhdi.com/), a global association for IT service and technical support professionals and the premier certification body for the industry, today announced the release of the HDI Desktop Support Manager certification program.

The HDI Desktop Support Manager certification verifies that desktop support managers possess the knowledge of best and common practices necessary to successfully manage the operational and tactical components of a support organization while strategically aligning with the needs of the business. The program aims to meet the unique needs of those who manage desktop support functions and is recommended for both new and experienced desktop support managers. The course has been designed to build skills and help individuals prepare for the certification exam.

The certification exam and course are based on the new HDI Desktop Support Manager standard developed by the HDI International Certification Standards Committee.

"HDI sponsored the development of this certification in response to the needs of the industry," said Rick Joslin, HDI's executive director of certification and training. "The desktop support manager plays a critical role in every IT service organization, yet there is a lack of documented best practices and training for these professionals to leverage. Desktop support is only a few decades old as an industry. As the profession continues to mature, best practices must be identified to promote efficiency and effectiveness while delivering quality service. Desktop support managers need to invest in their own professional development and obtain certifications as recognition of their skills and knowledge in the industry."

The inaugural HDI Desktop Support Manager training class will be held in Chicago, IL, from November 2-4, 2010. Courses have also been scheduled in Los Angeles, New York City, Atlanta, Washington, DC, and Dallas during November and December. The course registration fee includes a certification exam; the certification exam can also be purchased separately. For more information, visit http://www.ThinkHDI.com/DSM or call 800.248.5667.

About HDI

HDI is a global IT service and technical support membership association and the industry's premier certification and training body. Guided by an international panel of industry experts and practitioners, HDI is the leading resource for IT service and technical support emerging trends and best practices. HDI provides members with a vast repository of resources, networking opportunities, and the largest industry event, the HDI Annual Conference & Expo. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, HDI offers training in multiple languages and countries. For more information, visit http://www.ThinkHDI.com or call +1 719.268.0174. HDI is part of UBM TechWeb.

About UBM TechWeb (http://www.ubmtechweb.com/)

UBM TechWeb, the global leader in technology media and professional information, enables people and organizations to harness the transformative power of technology. Through its core businesses--media solutions, marketing services, and professional information--UBM TechWeb produces the most respected and consumed brands, applications, and services in the technology market. More than 14.5 million business and technology professionals (CIOs, IT and IT Support managers, Web and digital professionals, software and game developers, government decision makers, telecom providers and business executives) actively participate in UBM TechWeb's communities. UBM TechWeb brands include: global face-to-face events such as Interop, Game Developers Conference (GDC), Web 2.0, Black Hat, and VoiceCon; large-scale online networks such as InformationWeek, Light Reading, and Gamasutra; research, training, and certification services, including HDI, Pyramid Research, and InformationWeek Analytics; and market-leading magazines such as InformationWeek and Wall Street & Technology. UBM TechWeb is part of UBM, a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

Source: HDI
   

CONTACT:  Allison Wroe, Executive Director of Marketing of HDI,
+1-719-785-5355, awroe@ThinkHDI.com

Web Site:  http://www.thinkhdi.com/
http://www.ubmtechweb.com/

Synopsys Completes Acquisition of Virage Logic Corporation

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 2 -- Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design, verification and manufacturing, has completed its acquisition of Virage Logic Corporation (NASDAQ:VIRL), a leading independent provider of semiconductor intellectual property (IP) for the design of complex integrated circuits. Virage Logic's offering complements Synopsys' DesignWare® interface and analog IP portfolio by adding embedded memories with test and repair, non-volatile memories (NVMs), logic libraries, and configurable cores for control and multimedia sub-systems. Designers can use Synopsys' expanded portfolio of high-quality IP to quickly incorporate standard functions into their systems-on-chips (SoCs) so they can focus more of their time on developing differentiated products.

Synopsys paid $12.00 cash per Virage Logic share, resulting in a transaction value of approximately $315 million. We expect the impact of the acquisition on our non-GAAP earnings per share in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2010 to be roughly neutral. In addition, with the exception of charges associated with the acquisition of Virage Logic such as incremental stock-based compensation, amortization of intangibles, acquisition-related charges and others, we expect the impact of the acquisition on our GAAP earnings per share in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2010 to be roughly neutral. Since we have not completed our valuation and purchase price allocation analyses, we are unable to determine the full impact of the acquisition on our GAAP earnings per share at this time. Therefore, we are not making changes to the earnings per share targets and the related GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation we provided on August 18, 2010.

  GAAP to non-GAAP Reconciliation of Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2010
                              Targets (1)
                (in thousands, except per share amounts)

                                                  Range for Three
                                                      Months
                                                  Ending October
                                                     31, 2010
                                                  --------------
                                                Low         High
                                                ---         ----
  Target GAAP earnings per share                $0.21       $0.27
  Adjustment:
      Estimated impact of amortization of
       intangible assets                         0.09        0.07
      Estimated impact of stock compensation     0.13        0.09
      Net non-GAAP tax effect                   (0.06)      (0.04)
  Target non-GAAP earnings per share            $0.37       $0.39
                                                =====       =====

  Shares used in non-GAAP calculation
   (midpoint of target range)                 151,000     151,000

  (1) The above forward-looking guidance does not include charges
   associated with the acquisition of Virage Logic, such as incremental
   stock-based compensation, amortization of intangibles, acquisition-
   related charges and others, as the valuation and purchase allocation
   cannot yet be reliably estimated without unreasonable efforts.

  GAAP Reconciliation

This press release includes non-GAAP earnings per share.  This non-GAAP measure is not in accordance with, or an alternative for, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") and may be different from non-GAAP measures used by other companies. In addition, this non-GAAP measure is not based on any comprehensive set of accounting rules or principles and management exercises judgment in determining which items should be excluded in the calculation of this non-GAAP measure. While we believe that non-GAAP measures have limitations in that they do not reflect all of the amounts associated with our results of operations as determined in accordance with GAAP, we believe that non-GAAP measures are valuable in analyzing our operations. Management analyzes current and future results on a GAAP basis as well as a non-GAAP basis, and also provides GAAP and non-GAAP measures in our earnings releases. The presentation of non-GAAP financial information is not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the directly comparable financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. Non-GAAP financial measures are meant to supplement, and be viewed in conjunction with, GAAP financial measures. We believe that the presentation of non-GAAP measures provides useful information to investors and management regarding financial and business trends relating to our financial condition and results of operations.

Synopsys' management evaluates and makes decisions about its business operations primarily based on the revenue and orders, and on the direct, ongoing and recurring costs of those operations. We use these non-GAAP financial measures in making operating decisions because we believe the measures provide meaningful supplemental information regarding our operational performance and give us a better understanding of how we should invest in research and development and fund infrastructure and product and market strategies. We use these measures to help us make budgeting decisions, for example, among product development expenses and research and development, sales and marketing, and general and administrative expenses. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures facilitate our internal comparisons to our historical operating results, forecasted targets and comparisons to competitors' operating results.

We have excluded the following items from non-GAAP EPS:

(i) Amortization of acquired intangible assets. We incur expenses from amortization of acquired intangible assets which include contract rights associated with certain executory contracts and core/developed technology, trademarks, trade names, customer relationships, covenants not to compete, and other intangibles related to acquisitions. We amortize the intangible assets over their economic lives. We exclude this item because this expense is non-cash in nature and because we believe the non-GAAP financial measure excluding this item provides meaningful supplemental information regarding our operational performance, liquidity and ability to invest in research and development and fund acquisitions and capital expenditures.

(ii) Stock compensation impact. We exclude stock compensation expenses from our non-GAAP measures primarily because they are non-cash expenses. We believe that it is useful to investors to understand the impact of stock compensation to our operational performance, liquidity and ability to invest in research and development and fund acquisitions and capital expenditures. While stock compensation expense constitutes an ongoing and recurring expense, such expense is excluded from non-GAAP results because it is not an expense that typically requires or will require cash settlement by us and because such expense is not used by us to assess the core profitability of our business operations. In addition, excluding this item from non-GAAP EPS facilitates comparisons to our competitors' operating results.

(iii) Income tax effect of non-GAAP pre-tax adjustments from the provision for income taxes. Excluding the income tax effect of non-GAAP pre-tax adjustments from the provision for income taxes assists investors in understanding the tax provision associated with those adjustments and the effect on net income.

About Synopsys

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS) is a world leader in electronic design automation (EDA), supplying the global electronics market with the software, intellectual property (IP) and services used in semiconductor design, verification and manufacturing. Synopsys' comprehensive, integrated portfolio of implementation, verification, IP, manufacturing and field-programmable gate array (FPGA) solutions helps address the key challenges designers and manufacturers face today, such as power and yield management, system-to-silicon verification and time-to-results. These technology-leading solutions help give Synopsys customers a competitive edge in bringing the best products to market quickly while reducing costs and schedule risk. Synopsys is headquartered in Mountain View, California, and has more than 65 offices located throughout North America, Europe, Japan, Asia and India. Visit Synopsys online at http://www.synopsys.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement/Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws, including statements about the expected impact of the acquisition of Virage Logic on Synopsys' financial results and the expected benefits of the transaction.  Forward-looking statements are subject to both known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements, and that are outside our control.  These risks and uncertainties include, among others: our ability to successfully integrate Virage Logic's business and technologies with our own; the effect of the acquisition on our business, including possible delays in customer orders, the potential loss of customers, key employees, partners or vendors; and uncertain customer demand and support obligations for the new offerings. Other risks and uncertainties that may apply are set forth in the Risk Factors section of our most recently filed Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.  Synopsys assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this press release.

  Synopsys is a registered trademark of Synopsys, Inc.

  Editorial Contact:
  Yvette Huygen
  Synopsys, Inc.
  650-584-4547
  yvetteh@synopsys.com

  Investor Contact:
  Lisa Ewbank
  Synopsys, Inc.
  650-584-1901

Source: Synopsys, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Editorial, Yvette Huygen, +1-650-584-4547,
yvetteh@synopsys.com, or Investors, Lisa Ewbank, +1-650-584-1901, both of
Synopsys, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.synopsys.com/

3ality Digital to Capture First NFL Game to Air on S3D TV

Company Teams with Verizon FiOS TV and NEP for Giants-Patriots Preseason Game

BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 2 -- 3ality Digital, LLC (http://www.3alitydigital.com), a leading stereoscopic 3D (S3D) technology and production company, today announced that it will collaborate with Verizon FiOS TV to deliver the first televised NFL game in S3D, which will be available to FiOS TV customers in parts of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts. The shoot will be among the first to feature 3ality Digital's new and highly versatile TS-5 rig.

Verizon FiOS1 Executive Producer, Orlando Martinez, along with Nicky Nichols Productions and Stephen Warner of Third Wave Productions selected NEP Broadcasting LLC and 3ality Digital as the premier vendors to shoot the Sept. 2 preseason match-up between the New York Giants and the New England Patriots, which will be telecast from the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

"We're looking forward to working with Verizon to bring the action of the world's premier sports league home to consumers in crystal clear S3D," said 3ality Digital Director of Production Ted Kenney. "This league-first will be an opportunity for consumers to experience the transformative nature of S3D in the comfort of their own homes."

3ality Digital enabled the first-ever live S3D broadcast of an NFL game in 2008; that production of a Thursday Night Football game between the Oakland Raiders and the San Diego Chargers was made available to select audiences at three U.S. theatres as a proof of concept.

Since the Thursday Night Football broadcast, 3ality Digital has been at the forefront of other groundbreaking S3D sports productions, such as Fox's presentation of the 2009 BCS Championship game between the University of Florida Gators and the University of Oklahoma Sooners, and the New York Rangers-New York Islanders NHL game played on March 24, 2010, as well as the first S3D broadcast of a NASCAR race, the Coke Zero 400, presented on DirecTV's n3D channel on July 3rd, 2010.

For the upcoming Giants-Patriots game, 3ality Digital will work with NEP Broadcasting, the leading international provider of outsourced broadcasting services, to help ensure the highest quality production. NEP Supershooters, a division of NEP Broadcasting, will be providing state-of-the-art mobile broadcast facilities for the shoot.

To capture all the action, 3ality Digital will be using a total of six rigs, including three TS-2 beam-splitter rigs, one TS-4 side-by-side rig and two of the company's new TS-5 rigs. The TS-5 is the first fully-automated, remotely-aligned, hand-held lightweight beam-splitter on the market. Designed for wireless camera operations in tight spaces, it can be mounted on a Steadicam for maximum flexibility.

"S3D is uniquely able to bring the size and speed of NFL players to life on-screen," Kenney said. "While football is exciting in 2D, it is completely immersive in S3D, giving viewers a whole new perspective on an experience they already love."

FiOS TV customers in the region with S3D enabled televisions, 3D glasses and high-definition set-top boxes will be able to watch the preseason broadcast on FiOS1 Channel 834.

About 3ality Digital

3ality Digital develops enabling technologies to power live-action stereoscopic 3D (S3D) entertainment from image capture through presentation, independent of viewing environment.  3ality Digital's camera platforms, stereo image processing systems and S3D image scaling technologies are quickly earning a reputation as the "gold standard" for the emerging medium and are rapidly being adapted by broadcasters, production companies, studios and consumer electronics manufacturers.  3ality Digital's systems are optimized to handle the demands of live S3D broadcast, offering such must-haves as fast set-up, perfectly aligned zooms, accurate imagery right from the camera and automation that reduces the number of required production personnel.

3ality Digital technology has powered a number of live-action firsts including U2 3D, the first movie shot completely in live-action S3D; the first live S3D broadcast of an NFL game (Raiders vs. Chargers, December 4th, 2008); the first live S3D sports broadcasts available to consumers, including the 2009 BCS Championship Game, BSkyB's landmark Manchester United vs. Arsenal soccer broadcast  (January 31st 2010)  and the first network hockey telecast ever produced in S3D (New York Rangers vs. Islanders, March 24th 2010 on MSG); the first S3D commercial broadcast on television (Sobe "Lizard Lake"); and the first episode of a scripted television series shot in live-action S3D (Chuck vs. The Third Dimension, aired on NBC on February 2nd, 2009).

  For more information, please visit http://www.3alitydigital.com

  About NEP

About NEP:  NEP Broadcasting is the leading international provider of outsourced broadcasting services vital to the delivery of live sports and entertainment events. Serving the world's premiere broadcast networks and production companies, NEP provides state-of-the-art facilities, engineering expertise and technical management to support telecasts of major events and programs around the globe. With more than 500 employees worldwide, including the finest engineering and technical management in the field, NEP Broadcasting is proud to serve networks, producers and organizations through services provided by its ten specialized divisions: NEP Supershooters, NEP Denali, NEP Visions, NEP Screenworks, NEP Studios, NEP Live Power, NEP Premiere Entertainment, NEP Roll to Record and NEP Cymru, along with mobile facility services provided by New Century Productions.  NEP is majority-owned by American Securities, a private equity firm headquartered in New York, and NEP management. For more information on NEP, please visit our website at http://www.nepinc.com.

Source: 3ality Digital, LLC
   

CONTACT:  Dave Curley, +1-410-616-8951, C: +1-443-683-0920,
dcurley@hillmanpr.com, or Lauren Miller, +1-410-616-8944, C: +1-443-683-0916,
lmiller@hillmanpr.com, both of Sandy Hillman Communications, for 3ality
Digital

Web Site:  http://www.3alitydigital.com/

New I/O Modules Provide Two CAN Bus Interface Channels for Industrial PCs and Embedded Systems

Acromag's new CAN bus modules are available in an IndustryPack format or for use with their I/O Server Industrial PC to isolate and interface CAN network devices to embedded monitoring and control systems.

WIXOM, Mich., Sept. 2 -- Acromag has released new isolated CAN bus modules to interface network sensors and actuators to high-performance control systems. Two versions of the CAN bus interface module are available. The IP560 is an Industry Pack ANSI/VITA-4 card that plugs into VME, CompactPCI, and PCI bus mezzanine carrier cards or single-board computers in embedded systems. IOS-560 models are designed for use within Acromag's I/O Server industrial PC, a small fanless box computer, which services mobile computing, machine control, and test applications. Both CAN bus interface modules feature two channels with optional isolation. Each channel has an NXP SJA1000 CAN controller with a TJA1041 transceiver. Extended temperature models support -40 to 85 degree C operation. Single quantity pricing starts at $500.

  (Photo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100902/DE59185 )
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"The addition of CAN bus interface modules to Acromag's line of I/O products provides even more flexibility to control system developers who can mix several I/O functions on a single carrier card for high-density, cost-effective computing solutions," states Joseph Primeau, sales and marketing director - embedded products. CAN bus is extremely popular for automotive, marine, and avionic subsystems. CAN is also regularly used for security systems and industrial automation. When combined with Acromag's extensive offering of analog, digital, and serial I/O modules, these new CAN bus modules further extend the ability to interface a wide variety of devices from a single computing platform.

All models have two complete CAN bus interfaces, each using an NXP SJA1000 CAN controller with a high-speed TJA1041 transceiver. The advantage of this design is that it allows reporting of bus fault conditions directly from the transceivers. It also has the ability to transmit, receive and perform message filtering on extended and standard messages. The modules support CAN 2.0B protocol compatibility and ISO 11898 compliance for Part A (11-bit) and Part B extended (29-bit) arbitration IDs. PeliCAN mode extensions provide numerous communication capabilities.

An isolation option eliminates ground loop potentials and protects equipment from electrical noise, surges, and spikes. The 1000V isolation barrier safely separates channel-to-channel and channel-to-host.

Dozens of Industry Pack (IP) and IOS modules are available from Acromag to provide a wide variety of analog, digital, and serial I/O processing capabilities. A re-configurable FPGA module allows users to execute custom logic routines and algorithms on TTL, differential or LVDS I/O signals. Up to five IP or four IOS modules can be combined in any mix on a carrier card for flexible, high-density I/O to meet custom requirements. Acromag offers a number of IP carriers for VME, CompactPCI, and PCI bus computer systems. IOS modules plug into a carrier card that slides directly into the I/O Server industrial PC. The I/O Server employs advanced heat sink techniques and conduction cooling to manage excessive heat within the fanless computer.

To simplify software development, Acromag offers several programmer support tools. A Windows development package provides API development software and Win32® DLL drivers, plus examples for C, Visual Basic®, .Net, and LabVIEW® environments. The Linux software includes a library of I/O function routines to speed code development. IP modules are additionally supported by C libraries for VxWorks® and QNX® real-time operating systems. These packages include demonstration programs with C source code to test and exercise the I/O module operation.

About Acromag

Acromag has designed and manufactured measurement and control products for more than 50 years. They are an international corporation with a world headquarters near Detroit, Michigan and a global network of sales representatives and distributors. Acromag offers a complete line of embedded I/O and industrial computer products for military, aerospace, manufacturing, transportation, utilities, and scientific research applications.

http://www.acromag.com

All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Photo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100902/DE59185
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100902/DE59185
Source: Acromag
   

CONTACT:  Robert Greenfield, Marketing Communications Manager, Acromag,
Inc., +1-248-295-0865, rgreenfield@acromag.com

Web Site:  http://www.acromag.com/

Consumer Watchdog Takes 'Do Not Track Me' Campaign to Times Square With Animated Video Targeting Google CEO's Lack of Respect for Privacy

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 2 -- Consumer Watchdog's InsideGoogle.com has taken its online privacy campaign to New York's Times Square, where it has purchased a 540 sq. ft. Jumbotron digital advertisement promoting an animated video satirizing Google CEO Eric Schmidt's attitude toward consumer privacy.

"We're satirizing Schmidt in the most highly trafficked public square in the nation to make the public aware of how out of touch Schmidt and Google are when it comes to our privacy rights," said Jamie Court, president of Consumer Watchdog, and author of The Progressive's Guide To Raising Hell (Chelsea Green, September 2010). "America needs a 'Do Not Track Me' list and Google is Exhibit A in the case for it."

Titled "Don't Be Evil?" the avatar-style animation features Schmidt driving an ice cream truck and secretly spying on children.  The animated short was produced by the nonprofit  consumer group to shine a spotlight on the need for Congress to enact a national  "Do Not Track Me" list.

View the animated short here: http://insidegoogle.com/2010/08/do-not-track-me/

View the 15 sec. digital Jumbotron ad here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?vzoGKAkM0oM

Google's motto is "Don't be evil," but recent actions reveal that the Internet giant has lost its way, Consumer Watchdog said. Google has collected massive amounts of personal data from Wi-Fi networks through its Street View cars, made private Gmail contacts publicly available on Buzz, and done a complete about-face on net neutrality, joining with Verizon in calling for toll lanes on the Internet.

Schmidt has appeared clueless regarding privacy himself, Consumer Watchdog said. When questioned about privacy, he has said, "If you have something that you don't want anyone to know, maybe you shouldn't be doing it in the first place." Recently, he suggested children could change their names when they got older if they wanted to escape what was embarrassing and public in their online lives.

"We think there should be another way to protect the public's online privacy: a 'Do Not Track Me' list that prevents Google or any other Internet company from tracking your every move online," said John M. Simpson, director of the group's Inside Google Project.

A "Do Not Track Me" list would prevent online companies from gathering personal information, just as Congress had the Federal Trade Commission create a Do Not Call list to prevent intrusive telemarketers from invading consumers' privacy.

Privacy protection is overwhelming popular. 80% of Americans support a "Do Not Track Me" list according to a July InsideGoogle.com national poll conducted by Grove Insight. 90% said that it is important to "have more laws that protect privacy of your personal information" online. The poll found strong support to protect Internet privacy including these steps:

--Require the creation of an "anonymous button" that allows individuals to stop anyone from tracking their online searches or purchases: 86% favor; 9% oppose.

-- Ban the collection of any personal data on children under the age of 18:  84% favor; 10% oppose.

-- Prevent online companies from tracking personal information or web searches without your explicit, written approval: 84% favor; 11% oppose.

-- Ban online companies from tracking and storing information related to children's online behavior so they can target them with advertising:  83% favor;  12% oppose.

-- Require the creation of a "do not track me" list for online companies that would be administered by the Federal Trade Commission: 80% favor; 12% oppose.

Read the poll's topline results here:

http://insidegoogle.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/wfreInternet.release1.p df

Read Grove Ltd.'s poll analysis here:

http://insidegoogle.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MemInternetPrivacy-0727 101.pdf.

Consumer Watchdog, formerly the Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights is a nonprofit, nonpartisan consumer advocacy organization with offices in Washington, DC and Santa Monica, Ca.  Consumer Watchdog's website is http://www.consumerwatchdog.org. Visit our new Google Privacy and Accountability Project website: http://insidegoogle.com/.

Source: Consumer Watchdog
   

CONTACT:  John M. Simpson,  +1-310-392-7041, Cell: +1-310-292-1902, Jamie
Court, +1-310-392-0522, ext. 317, Cell: +1-310-874-9989, both of Consumer
Watchdog

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

Verizon Wireless 'Tackles' Heavy Cell Phone Usage at The Big House by Boosting 3G Capacity

Company Activates Three Temporary Cell Sites, Makes Other Improvements

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 2 -- Verizon Wireless has activated three temporary cell sites in Ann Arbor and upgraded equipment on its existing cell sites in the area that provide coverage in and around Michigan Stadium.

The company's upgrades boost voice capacity by 11% and data capacity by 87%. These improvements empower more customers to use their wireless phones concurrently for everything from social networking and internet browsing to checking email and making calls.

The temporary cell sites, known as COWs (Cell on Wheels) and COLTs (Cell on Light Truck), are fully functional, generator-powered mobile cell sites that enhance wireless capacity in a specific location--and work especially well in dense areas with large crowds.

This is the fifth consecutive year Verizon Wireless has increased capacity in Ann Arbor for the duration of the University of Michigan's football season. New this year, the company activated two additional temporary cell sites surrounding Michigan Stadium.

"Year over year, data usage of our Michigan network has nearly doubled and voice usage has grown by nearly 10 percent," said David MacBeth, executive director-Network, Michigan/Indiana/Kentucky Region, Verizon Wireless. "Our customers are relying on their phones much more, particularly at major sporting events like college football games. These improvements help ensure our customers enjoying a football Saturday can make their calls and stay connected, send their emails and upload their photos and videos to their favorite social networking sites."

On-site network improvements, including the enhanced coverage around Michigan Stadium, are part of Verizon Wireless' continual efforts to expand coverage, improve capacity and enhance the quality of its wireless voice and data network in Michigan and throughout the country.

Verizon Wireless has invested more than $60 billion since it was formed--$5.7 billion on average every year--to increase the coverage and capacity of its premier nationwide network and to add new services. Since the company was formed in 2000, Verizon Wireless has invested more than $1.4 billion on improvements to its wireless network in Michigan.

About Verizon Wireless in Michigan

In Michigan, Verizon Wireless has more than 2,100 employees and 65 company-owned retail locations in more than 40 cities, including Allen Park, Alpena, Alpine Twp., Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, Battle Creek, Bay City, Brighton, Burton, Canton, Clinton Twp., Dearborn, Detroit, East Lansing, Escanaba, Farmington Hills, Fenton, Flint, Fort Gaylord, Gratiot, Grand Rapids, Grandville, Highland Park, Holland, Houghton, Iron Mountain, Jackson, Kentwood, Lake Orion, Lansing, Livonia, Marquette, Midland, Monroe, Muskegon, Northville, Novi, Okemos, Petoskey, Pontiac, Portage, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Saginaw, St. Clair Shores, St. Joseph, Southfield, Taylor, Traverse City, Troy, Utica, Warren and Westland.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 92 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with  79,000 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:  Media, Michelle Gilbert of Verizon Wireless, +1-248-915-3680,
michelle.gilbert@verizonwireless.com; or Alan Upchurch, for Verizon Wireless,
+1-248-855-6777, aupchurch@marxlayne.com

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

Focus.com Launches New Interactive Summits; Announces Fall Schedule

Influential executives and thought leaders to highlight upcoming schedule of events for business and technology professionals; allows professionals to engage Focus.com experts across wide range of business topics

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 2  -- Focus.com, the leading community for business expertise, with more than 850,000 members and over 5,000 business and technology experts, today announced the fall schedule for its Focus Interactive Summits.

The Focus Interactive Summits, which are free to all members of Focus.com, are world-class online events that bring together some of the most influential experts from the Focus Expert Network to share insights, tips and knowledge with an engaged audience of thousands of business and technology professionals from dozens of industries. Among the business leaders and experts that will be hosting Summit events this fall are New York Times Chief Search Strategist Marshall Simmonds, renowned social media guru Chris Brogan, and former NFL player and small business expert Fran Tarkenton. Each Summit event will address a critical business challenge facing today's professionals.

  The full Focus Interactive Summits fall schedule is as follows:

  --  Thursday, 9/9 - Smarter Search Engine Marketing
  --  Thursday, 9/16 - Demystifying Unified Communications
  --  Wednesday, 9/29 - Capitalizing on Social Media
  --  Tuesday, 10/12 - Breaking Through Cloud Computing
  --  Thursday, 10/21 - Evolving Your Sales Game Plan
  --  Thursday, 10/28 - All Things Small and Mid-Size Business
  --  Wednesday, 11/10 - Business Intelligence - Defining Success
  --  Thursday, 11/18 - Virtualization - The Ongoing Revolution
  --  Thursday, 12/2 - Progressive B2B Marketing
  --  Wednesday, 12/15 - Empowering Business with Open Source

Focus Interactive Summits are free, easily accessible online, and offer a range of social media features which members can use to interact with Focus Experts and each other in real-time.

"The aim of the Focus Interactive Summits is to create an open forum where business professionals can interact, discuss and learn from top industry experts, as well as each other," said Scott Albro, CEO of Focus.  "The fall schedule features a robust offering of today's most important business issues, led by some of the most highly respected leaders with expertise on each topic. With the launch of these events, business professionals from all walks will have a platform where they can share valuable insights and engaging commentary, and learn about the latest strategies that will help them make better business decisions."

Since the launch of Focus.com in early 2010, the site's services, including access to more than 5,000 business experts, has helped their rapidly growing network expand to over 850,000 members, and achieve record-setting revenue performance. Crain's BtoB Magazine named Focus.com one of the "Top 10 Media Sites" of the year, and the best overall business media site to have launched in 2010.

For more information, including instructions on how to register as a Focus business expert, as well as gain access to the latest business research and expertise on the Focus network, please visit http://www.focus.com. To register for free for an upcoming Focus Interactive Summit event, please visit http://www.focus.com/interactive-summits.

About Focus.com

Focus is a private, venture-funded company based in San Francisco. Its online service provides millions of professionals with the expertise they need to make better business decisions. Focus.com features a network of world-class business and technology experts, real-time Q&A, relevant product and service information and advice, and personalized support that so many businesses now depend on. Focus.com is free and available to anyone who wants to make better business decisions, faster.  For more information, please visit http://www.focus.com/.

  Media Contact:
  Matt Rizzetta
  North 6th Agency, Inc.
  mrizzetta@north6thagency.com
  917-398-0818

Source: Focus.com
   

CONTACT:  Matt Rizzetta, North 6th Agency, Inc.,
mrizzetta@north6thagency.com, +1-917-398-0818

Web Site:  http://www.focus.com/

FastPencil Launches FastPencil Premiere Imprint Designed Specifically for Top-Tier Authors

FastPencil Premiere Provides Best-Selling Authors with Unparalleled Control, Speed to Market and Higher Royalties

CAMPBELL, Calif., Sept. 2 -- FastPencil today announced FastPencil Premiere (http://premiere.fastpencil.com/), a new and exclusive line of general interest titles that provides top-tier and best-selling authors a publishing home with all the benefits of FastPencil's integrated suite of digital and social media publishing services to produce and publish the best in book content. Several best-selling authors are leveraging FastPencil Premiere to use its high-quality services to publish print and eBook versions of their titles in a simple, fast and top-quality fashion, while also gaining much higher royalties with more frequent payout.

"FastPencil exemplifies a fresh way of thinking during a transformative time in the industry and I'm very excited to be working with them," said Guy Gilchrist, an award-winning cartoonist. "With their digital publishing tools they are able to provide me with unprecedented support, speed to market, higher royalty rates and more frequent payments - but best of all, the team at FastPencil is incredibly creative, responsive and professional."

Gilchrist - a skilled cartoonist and children's book author whose work includes the comic strip Nancy, Your Angels Speak, Night Lights & Pillow Fights, Screams, The Poetry Guy, The Muppets and The Rock Channel, has recently selected FastPencil to publish his cartoons in print and eBook formats and his latest book, The Best of Today's Dog, is now available at FastPencil, Amazon and iBookstore.

FastPencil Premiere offers companies and organizations planning to launch new book publishing ventures the best in proprietary and pioneering technology and also plans to break and introduce top-notch new talent to the public. FastPencil's digital and social media platforms provide incredible improvements and advantages over traditional publishing houses, including speed to market, transparency throughout the publishing process and a superior return on investment with a much larger share of royalties.

"More and more mid- and top-tier authors are using FastPencil and we have created a special place tailored to their needs," said Steve Wilson, FastPencil co-founder and CEO. "Best-selling authors no longer need to line up for the tedious traditional publishing "go to market" plan - and instead can take back control of their work and reap all the benefits along the way."

In utilizing a next-generation digital publisher such as FastPencil, authors have the opportunity to move swiftly through the book writing and publishing process. FastPencil provides professional design templates, robust import and tools and collaboration features enabling authors to invite editors and their book design team into the project no matter where they are geographically before moving into distribution. FastPencil's concierge team can provide custom design, editing and marketing services and the publishing wizard ensures that all of the important details in publishing are taken care of including table of contents, ISBN, dedications and copyright details.

At FastPencil authors can sell more books and maintain complete control of content creation, price, distribution decisions and sales activity. FastPencil's relationships with thousands of book and eBook retailers ensures that each of their authors' books are available to the broadest possible audience and the write-once, publish anywhere approach guarantees their books can be read anywhere today and in the future.

  FastPencil Features:
  --  Free book writing tools
  --  Professional book design templates
  --  Import manuscripts, turn blogs to books or write collaborative stories
  --  Connect and share through Twitter, Facebook, Gmail, AOL, Yahoo and MSN
  --  Author concierge services including consulting, design services and
      formatting
  --  Collaborate with your book creation team, personal network of friends
      or industry professionals
  --  Integrated self-publishing wizard for step-by-step assistance
  --  Print on Demand or to eBook formats
  --  Wide distribution including iBookstore, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

  About FastPencil

FastPencil is leveraging the disruptive trends of self-publishing, social media, print-on-demand and eBook distribution to deliver a new unified online service that streamlines the book publishing process offering more control and higher margins for authors. The FastPencil writing and publishing service enables authors to create books online, collaborate, publish and distribute from one engaging, simple, cost-effective solution. For more information please visit FastPencil.com.

  For regular FastPencil updates follow us at http://www.Twitter.com/FastPencil
  Become a Fan on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/FastPencil

FastPencil is a registered trademark of FastPencil, Inc. All other registered or unregistered trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners.

  Media Contact:
  Seana Norvell
  FortyThree, Inc.
  831.401.3175
  FastPencil@fortythreepr.com

Source: FastPencil
   

CONTACT:  Seana Norvell of FortyThree, Inc., +1-831-401-3175,
FastPencil@fortythreepr.com, for FastPencil

Web Site:  http://www.fastpencil.com/

32Red to Launch Lord of the Rings(TM) Online Slot Game

GIBRALTAR, Sept. 2 -- 32Red Casino today announced it has launched the eagerly awaited five reel cinematic online slot game, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring(TM), to its online casino.  The game, which promises to be the biggest launch this year, offers players, over 243 ways to win, the famous The Lord of the Rings(TM) characters and is one of the most graphically rich, innovative and exciting online slot game to date. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring(TM) online slot is only available to adults in countries where online gaming is permitted.

In the online slot game, players follow the Hobbit "Frodo Baggins" as he sets out to ensure the destruction of the Dark Lord Sauron.  The five reel online slot has unrivalled game graphics and includes beloved characters from the film, such as Frodo, Aragorn, Saruman and the deadly Black Riders; along with some of the film's iconic footage, featuring Ringwraiths during the attack at Weathertop, Balrog in the Mines of Moria, and Uruk-hai in the woods of Middle-earth.

The online slot game has been created by Microgaming, the world's largest provider of online gaming software.  The Lord of the Rings(TM) game will be powered by Cinematic Spins(TM) - a software program that allows movie clips to act as moving backgrounds behind the reels during spins. This offers players an unprecedented level of excitement and immersion. Win sequences and expanding wilds also make use of cinematic clips, instead of traditional animated graphics.

© 2010 New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to New Line Productions, Inc.

About 32Red

32Red is six times winner of Best Casino and winner of Casino of the Decade in 2010 awarded by watchdog and player advocate, Casinomeister. 32Red is renowned for providing industry-leading levels of support to players and for its 450+ casino games, including over 250 online slots, online roulette and more.

Over 80% of 32Red's players are from the UK and 32Red is licensed and regulated by the Government of Gibraltar. The Company operates four different casino brands, its flagship being 32Red Casino. Other casinos include Dash Casino, Nedplay and Golden Lounge as well as 32Red Mobile - a mobile specific casino launched in 2009.

Other gaming products from 32Red include 32Red Poker, 32Red Bet and 32Red Rummy - the most recent addition to its portfolio. 32Red Casino is committed to responsible gambling and ensures the company adheres fully to UK law. 32Red Plc listed on the London Stock Exchange in September 2005.

For more information visit http://www.32red.com/

Source: 32Red
   

CONTACT:  Mark Quayle, 32Red, +350 200 49357, general@32Red.com

Web Site:  http://www.32red.com/

Weather Central 3D:LIVE Fusion With Exclusive One Kilometer Downscaling Provides Broadcasters with the Most Local Weather Forecasts and Reporting

Multi-Function Presentation System Goes Beyond Weather for Use in Any Studio Production

MADISON, Wis., Sept. 2 -- Weather Central, the global leader in broadcast weather solutions, will demonstrate the newest version of 3D:LIVE(TM) Fusion(TM) at IBC 2010, Hall 13, Stand C10. The real-time broadcast weather platform for HD and SD goes beyond weather, providing broadcasters with a sophisticated professional studio presentation and chroma-key production solution for any live studio production including news, entertainment, magazine and other programs.

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"Today's broadcasters need to accomplish more with fewer resources; with this is mind we have developed our systems to serve multiple functions and address workflow in both weather and news," said Weather Central president Bill Baker. "3D:LIVE Fusion combines the world's most accurate weather presentation solution with  powerful and efficient toolsets and interactive capabilities for creating engaging presentations for news, sports, and entertainment. Now broadcasters can manage their costs and expenses with one system that creates compelling studio presentations and unmatched weather shows."

  3D:LIVE Fusion is packed with industry exclusives and firsts including:

  Unprecedented weather accuracy

3D:LIVE Fusion uses the highest resolution forecast data available today, Weather Central's 1KM Super MicroCast®, to deliver hyper-local, pinpoint accurate weather information anywhere on earth.

ICE(TM)

A new Integrated Content Engine for 3D:LIVE Fusion enhances branding and saves time for weathercasters, giving them tools for distributing news information and alerts to their mobile sites and apps, web pages, digital sub-channels and any other screen connecting broadcasters with their viewers. Social networking integrates "single click to post" tools within the 3D:LIVE Fusion desktop, automatically posting updates to Facebook and Twitter pages.

Newsroom Integration

Automated data ingest and content creation combined with Weather Central SimulCAST(TM) tools maximize efficiency and streamline operations. Built-in MOS support for ENPS and Avid iNews enables producers to create a weather package once then simultaneously publish it via their Weather Central system, news room system, mobile sites and apps, webpages, digital sub-channel, and any other viewing platform.

Studio Presentation

Patented MagicTrak® technology allows on air talent to interact with graphic content, virtual sets and video within a chroma key and touch screen environment. The result is highly dynamic on camera presentations that deliver a better story by enabling talent to launch video, interact with high resolution 3D graphics and maps, and draw objects in real-time on the screen.

The Power to Eliminate Rendering

Using the latest processor and operating system technologies, exclusive QuickMap(TM) render-less technology enables broadcasters to display stunning map animations merged with text and 3D objects to deliver current conditions and forecast visualizations. Paired with stunning 3D buildings, text and graphical customizations, QuickMap enables presenters to fly through the graphics for an eye-catching presentation that engages audiences.

For more information about 24/7:LIVE HD and the complete line of Weather Central solutions visit http://www.weathercentral.tv.

About Weather Central, LLC

Weather Central, LLC, founded in 1974 by broadcasters and meteorologists based in Madison, Wisconsin, is the leading provider of professional on-air, online, print, mobile and enterprise weather solutions and forecasting in North America and to major customers worldwide. Utilizing the Company's dynamic weather graphics, precise forecast models and data, and patented technology, more than 1000 partners and hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide benefit from Weather Central's attention to weather presentation, detail and insight.

© 2010 Weather Central, LLC, Madison, Wis. All rights reserved. Product specifications and availability are subject to change without notice.  Weather Central LLC, :LIVE, GENESIS:LIVE, 3D:LIVE, ESP:LIVE, Weather Central MagicTRAK, LiveLine GENESIS, A.D.O.N.I.S. MicroCast, A.D.O.N.I.S. FutureCast, StormSentinel DV, WxWarn2, ScreenWRITER, SportsWRITER, SimulCAST, X-Vision, Storm Vitals, TelePath, RainVision, SnowVision, FunnelPATH, CellPATH, HailZONE, GustZONE, MessoPATH, Always-On Training, Instant Mapping and WxPoint are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Weather Central LLC.

All other trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

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Source: Weather Central, LLC
   

CONTACT:  PR Contact, Evan Sirof, +1-845-255-1909,
evan@marcomm-on-call.com; or Weather Central, LLC, Customer Support:
+1-608-276-4600, +1-608-274-5789, Fax: +1-608-278-2746, saleswxc@wxc.com

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

New NASA HD App for iPad With Expanded Content Available Free

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- NASA has unveiled NASA App HD, a new mobile application designed for the iPad. The application is available free of charge at the App Store from Apple.

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NASA App HD features live streaming video from NASA Television, an interactive map with links to all the agency's field centers, quick links to feature stories and launch schedules, a scrolling "alerts banner," and a "NASA Featured" link. The first featured link focuses on women in space.

The app's landing page features the solar system, where users can learn more about our neighborhood, the universe and NASA missions. The app also enables users to experience and search updated, higher resolution NASA Image of the Day and Astronomy Picture of the Day collections and agency videos on demand.

"Our goal with the first NASA App was to deliver current mission information, images, videos and news updates in the best possible way for the iPhone and iPod touch," said Jerry Colen, NASA App project manager at NASA's Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, Calif. "Now we've enhanced and expanded the application to include even more content and really take advantage of the iPad's larger screen."

  The NASA App is available for free on the App Store for iPad or at:

  http://www.itunes.com/AppStore

  For more information about the NASA App HD for the iPad, visit:

  http://www.nasa.gov/nasaapp

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Source: NASA
   

CONTACT:  Grey Hautaluoma, Headquarters, Washington, +1-202-358-0668,
grey.hautaluoma-1@nasa.gov; Mike Mewhinney of the NASA Ames Research Center,
Moffett Field, Calif., +1-650-604-3937, michael.mewhinney@nasa.gov

Web Site:  http://www.nasa.gov/

Startup Offers Jobs to Bloggers, and First Guaranteed Social Media Advertising Solution for Businesses

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 2 -- Yovia, the first People Engine, released version 3.0 of their turnkey advertising solution for online advertisers, along with a performance-based pricing model.

The solution is designed to deliver guaranteed leads and Facebook fans for corporate sponsors, and allows any online advertiser to truly connect with their customers on large social networks and search engines.

"Modern online advertising can be difficult to manage," said Yovia CEO Jalali Hartman, "Our Landing Community platform allows for one centralized place to manage profitable social media, SEO and pay-per-click advertising campaigns".

The company conducts integrated advertising campaigns, and after an initial 30-day trial, sponsors pay only for the leads, traffic and social media connections that Yovia delivers.

"Marketing should generate profitable revenue for companies. This is why we believe in charging for actual results," said Hartman. "If you are not making money with your paid search advertising, your SEO projects and or your social media campaigns, you should call and speak to one of our trained Community Managers."

"I love all of the blogging assignments and special offers from Yovia sponsors," said Melissa Robinson, a Yovia contributor who makes her living via Yovia. "In a tough economy, Yovia's sponsors have allowed me to pay the bills - and I've learned about some great companies in the process."

Sponsors may apply for a no-risk social media advertising campaign by calling 1-888-237-3944 or by visiting http://yovia.com/products.php.

About Yovia

Established in 2006, Yovia is the world's first People Engine, consisting of more than 2.5 million people across social networks and blogs who help spread the word about important content. For more information, visit http://yovia.com/.

  Contact:

  Jalali Hartman
  1-888-237-3944
  info@yovia.com

Source: Yovia
   

CONTACT:  Jalali Hartman, +1-888-237-3944, info@yovia.com

Web Site:  http://www.yovia.com/

Embarcadero Accelerates the Development Process with New Releases of Delphi, C++Builder and RAD Studio

MAIDENHEAD, England, September 2, 2010--

    - New Integrated Tool Chest, Cloud Capabilities and the Addition of
Visual Development for PHP Help Developers Build Applications up to Five
Times Faster

    Embarcadero Technologies, a leading provider of multi-platform database
tools and developer software, today announced the worldwide availability of
Embarcadero(R) RAD Studio XE (http://www.embarcadero.com/products/rad-studio)
, a suite of development tools that includes new versions of Delphi(R) (
http://www.embarcadero.com/products/delphi), C++Builder(R), Delphi Prism(TM),
and now, RadPHP(TM) XE. The new "2011" release, known as RAD Studio XE,
offers new capabilities to improve application performance, streamline the
development process and accelerate the time it takes to build ultra-fast,
native Windows, .NET and Web applications.

    To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:

    http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/prne/embarcadero/44207/

    This release marks the extension of the new XE brand and capability set
to Embarcadero's application development line, including RAD Studio and each
standalone tool in the suite. XE products are distinguished by three key
components: support for multiple database types and deployment environments;
Embarcadero(R) ToolCloud technology for centralised licence management and
on-demand tool access; and an easy upgrade path to Embarcadero(R)
All-Access(TM) XE.

    Key enhancements specific to the new XE releases of Delphi and C++Builder
include:

   
    - New cloud capabilities that allow developers to interact with cloud
      computing environments. Users can create applications that access
      Microsoft(R) Windows Azure(TM) platform storage services (blob, queue
      and table services). Developers can also easily deploy server
      applications with 'push-button deploy' to the Amazon Elastic Compute
      Cloud (EC2) environment and access them from multiple types of
      thin-client applications.

    - An expanded multi-tier framework for added development flexibility. The
      enhanced DataSnap(TM) framework gives developers more options for
      building multi-tier applications with the ability to build servers
      with both C++Builder and Delphi, new wizards for creating server
      applications and client modules and support for JavaScript, REST and
      HTTP and HTTPS transport protocols.

    - A new integrated set of tools for testing, performance profiling, build
      automation and QA enables developers to streamline their development
      processes, so they can spend less time managing and more time coding.
      New tools include a difference engine from Scooter Software's Beyond
      Compare, performance profiling and memory/resource debugging with
      integrated SmartBear Software's AQtime, integrated logging of source
      code for deeper insight into code execution with Raize CodeSite and
      Internet application development with advanced IP communications
      protocols with the /n Software IP*Works component suite.

     Contact: embarcaderotech@googlemail.com / +44(0)207-803-2488

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Source: Embarcadero Technologies

Media Contact: Vidushi Patel, Paratus Communications, +44-7958-474-632, vpatel@paratuscommunications.com

Modern Attendant Console for Cisco Platforms

The ANDTEK Solution Allows Cisco Users to Manage Phone Calls Via Desktop Computer

MUNICH and HALLBERGMOOS, Germany, September 2, 2010--     Unified communications specialist ANDTEK GmbH provides an attendant
console solution of high value. Voice recording, phone call statistics,
attendant and user status, detailed information about the caller, integration
of complete corporate databases - With "AND Desktop AC" Cisco users can
benefit from all relevant functions of a modern attendant console.

    ANDTEK's attendant console solution "AND Desktop AC" includes all
corporate directories allowing a complete overview about all phones within
the company. The user can link directories having a different format, among
others Active Directory and LDAP, SQL databases, MS Exchange Server (address
directories) and communications manager user databases.

    In case of incoming phone calls the attendant has the possibility to get
a complete overview about the status of all phones within the company. The
attendant knows immediately if there are active internal or external phone
calls and it is possible to see the phone number they are talking to at the
moment.

    The attendant can get detailed information about a caller as well - for
example customer numbers, order information or information about the last
contact date.

    Users of "AND Desktop AC" appreciate the so-called wallboard function,
since this function allows an overview of the status of phones in an
intuitive way. Banks, insurance companies and call centers value such type of
information since it provides important information to enhance customer
satisfaction. The wallboard function will be generally available in the
fourth quarter of 2010.

    The attendant console software "AND Desktop AC" is running under all
current Windows operating systems and is highly scalable.

    For text copy please visit http://www.fuchs-pressedienst.de

   
    Press Contact:

    Fuchs Pressedienst und Partner
    Franz Xaver Fuchs
    Phone: +49(0)8231-6093536
    info@fuchs-pressedienst.de

Source: ANDTEK GmbH

Press Contact: Fuchs Pressedienst und Partner, Franz Xaver Fuchs, Phone: +49(0)8231-6093536, info@fuchs-pressedienst.de

ViXS Showcases Line Up of Core Video Engines at IBC 2010

True content mobility and media processing concurrency delivered through ViXS' Smart Processing Solutions

TORONTO, Sept. 2 -- ViXS Systems Inc., a leading provider of smart network multimedia processor solutions that enable a rich video entertainment experience, invites you to experience the latest in our digital media technologies at IBC.

The conference is the world's premier event for those engaged in the creation, management and delivery of entertainment and media content. ViXS' smart processors put it firmly at the centre of the delivery of digital media from high quality video distribution to a large array of devices, including: advanced set-top boxes; Blu-ray/PVR devices; network-attached storage (NAS) devices; and mobile/portable devices.

Come experience the next generation multimedia processors by ViXS. Highlights include:

  -   Advanced media processing System-on-Chip (SOC) featuring a high level
      of concurrency, advanced networking, 3DTV and 3D graphics for
      advanced set-top boxes, media gateways, DTVs, Blu-ray
      recorders/players, and network-attached-storage (NAS) devices.

  -   Over-the-top (OTT) and content mobility solutions to address the
      increasing requirements for anytime, anywhere entertainment,
      featuring XCode(R) smart network multimedia processors powering
      devices that stream to iPads(R), tablets and other mobile devices.

  -   Robust solutions for the Broadcast & Professional market featuring
      XCode(R) Pro 100 Media Processor SOC.

  -   Complete Xtensiv(R) software stack designed to enable quick time-to-
      market.

  About ViXS Systems Inc.

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

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

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

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

iPad is a trademark of Apple.

Source: ViXS Systems Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Janet Craig, Tel: (647) 260-2056, E-mail: jcraig@vixs.com; IBC
Show Contact: Anselmo Pilla, Mobile: (416) 838-7510, E-mail: apilla@vixs.com

American Airlines Keeps Customers in Mind by Introducing More Customer-Friendly Enhancements to AA.com

New Features Provide Added Convenience, Offer Greater Customization with Guaranteed Low Prices on Additional Travel Products

FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 2 -- American Airlines has recently introduced several new, customer-friendly enhancements to its award-winning website, AA.com®. These improvements provide site visitors a more personalized and convenient experience when searching for or booking travel on AA.com.

The enhancements have been added to the My Account section of the site, where customers can view AAdvantage® account information, as well as enter personal contact and password information, reservation preferences, email and fare alert preferences, and preferences for receiving flight status and other notifications. Customers have the ability within the My Account section to:

  --  Include more details on their preferred travel interests, such as
      favorite destinations including the Caribbean, Europe and Asia, travel
      products including hotels and cruises, or specific travel interests
      including beach trips, ski vacations, and more.
  --  Store important travel documents for international travel.
  --  Store Business ExtrAA® account numbers (for AAdvantage members whose
      companies participate in this business loyalty program).

"We continue to enhance the customer experience through AA.com as it is a large part of how we interact with our customers," said Craig Kreeger - Senior Vice President Customer Experience, American Airlines. "These new features truly serve to make the online experience more personalized and convenient for our customers."

  Enhancements Included:

  Preferred Travel Interests in My Account

The Preferred Travel Interests enhancement to My Account allows AAdvantage members to select preferred Travel Destinations, Travel Products, and Travel Interests. In turn, members will receive fare alerts and special offers customized to match their selected preferences. American is the first U.S.- based airline to offer this type of customization.

Personal Travel Documentation in My Account

AAdvantage members no longer need to add their travel documentation each time they make reservations for international travel. Now customers have the option to store and maintain travel documentation in their personal profile. Once stored, the customer's travel documentation will be added to future international reservations.

Business ExtrAA® in My Account

Companies with a Business ExtrAA membership can now effortlessly earn points on all AA.com bookings by encouraging their employees to save the company's Business ExtrAA account number in their personal profiles on AA.com. Once saved, the company's account number is automatically included in each reservation for all flight bookings made on AA.com. This enhancement makes it easier than ever for Business ExtrAA member companies to earn points, while their employees earn AAdvantage miles.

Expanded Lowest Price Guarantee and AAdvantage Miles

American is now offering a lowest price guarantee on flights, hotels, cars, cruises and activities booked at AA.com, while at the same time allowing customers to earn AAdvantage miles on all five products.

AA.com is the first and only U.S.- based airline website to offer customers the ability to earn miles on all travel products, including flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and activity purchases - all with a lowest price guarantee.

About AA.com

With more than 1.6 million site visits per day, AA.com is American's largest distribution channel and the best place to do business online with the airline, 24-7. At AA.com you can conveniently search for and book low fares and award travel; select seats; make hotel, rental car and cruise reservations; get flight arrival and departure information; sign up for flight status notification and even check in and print boarding passes. You can also manage your AAdvantage account at AA.com, as well as sign up to receive emails from American, and get customized DealFinder(SM) alerts and other special offers. Additionally, customers who purchase tickets at AA.com get a lowest-fare guarantee. AA.com has twice received the World Travel Award for World's Leading Airline Internet Site and has received multiple site awards from various organizations.

About Business ExtrAA®

Business ExtrAA is a program that rewards businesses when their employees fly on American Airlines with points that can be redeemed for flights, upgrades, Admirals Club memberships and conference rooms, and more.  There is no cost to join and while the company earns points, employees still earn their AAdvantage miles. For details to enroll, visit http://www.aa.com/business

About American Airlines

American Airlines, American Eagle and AmericanConnection® serve 250 cities in 40 countries with, on average, more than 3,400 daily flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 900 aircraft. American's award-winning website, AA.com®, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld® Alliance, which brings together some of the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling them to offer their customers more services and benefits than any airline can provide on its own. Together, its members serve nearly 700 destinations in more than 130 countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. AmericanAirlines, American Eagle, AmericanConnection, AA.com, We know why you fly and AAdvantage are registered trademarks of American Airlines, Inc. (NYSE:AMR)

  AmericanAirlines®  We know why you fly®
  Current AMR Corp. releases can be accessed on the Internet.
  The address is http://www.aa.com

Source: American Airlines
   

CONTACT:  Billy Sanez, Corporate Communications, Fort Worth, Texas of
American Airlines, +1-817-967-1577, mediarelations@aa.com

Web Site:  http://www.aa.com/

Video Surveillance Corp., Headquartered on Staten Island, N.Y., Embraces Technologies That Identify, Squash Criminal Activity

VSC owners have designed security systems for venues ranging from a New York Diamond District building to hospitals, hotels and private residences

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- In the wake of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the awareness of video surveillance as a crime-fighting tool continues to evolve with technology.

"Today, high-tech surveillance not only can record lawlessness, but stop it in its tracks," said Bob De Gennaro, president of  Staten Island, N.Y.-based Video Surveillance Corp. "Video verification, for example, can provide authorities with validation that an alarm has been triggered due to criminal activity, making false alarms obsolete and encouraging the likelihood of a police response."

VSC is a leading world-class security-systems integrator. Since launching in 1978, the fully licensed and insured New York-headquartered company has remained at the forefront of technological advances, ensuring the homes and businesses under its watch receive optimum protection.

Under the hands-on leadership of De Gennaro and his son, Matthew, VSC is a full-service alarm and surveillance company, designing, installing, upgrading and maintaining state-of-the-art video-monitoring and security systems for homes and business places of all sizes.

The De Gennaros have designed and implemented security systems for a host of venues, including a building in New York City's Diamond District, private residences, retail hubs, food establishments, foreign-diplomatic accommodations, hospitals, package-delivery services, manufacturing facilities, newspaper plants, industrial sites, and more.

Gerry Garofalo, vice president, safety and security, at Jewish Home LifeCare in New York,  has been dealing with VSC for some 12 years.

"I've never has a problem with them," Garofalo said. "VSC is extremely reliable. They operate and maintain surveillance and alarm equipment at the seven sites for which I am responsible."

About Video Surveillance Corp.

Launched in 1978, Video Surveillance Corp. (VSC) is a world-class commercial and residential security-systems integrator. A full-service alarm and surveillance provider, the Staten Island, N.Y.-based company is recognized as a leading specialist in identifying and plugging security gaps with tools ranging from high-tech entry-access technologies to alarm systems, offsite video and audio monitoring devices, and more.

To learn more about VSC, call 718-258-1310, send an e-mail to info@videosurveillancecorp.com, or log onto http://www.videosurveillancecorp.com.

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  RELEVANT PUBLIC RELATIONS LLC
  HEADQUARTERS: 718-682-1509
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Source: Video Surveillance Corp.
   

CONTACT:  Barton Horowitz, Relevant Public Relations LLC, Headquarters:
+1-7186821509, Mobile: +1-917-715-8761, Bhorowitz@RelevantPR.com

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

Available Today: Verizon Wireless Offers New Prepaid Data Package on 3G Smartphones and Multimedia Phones

Unlimited Monthly Prepaid Data Package Brings Budget-Conscious Customers the Benefits of Popular 3G Devices without a Long-term Contract

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Sept. 2 -- Verizon Wireless today announced it will be expanding its portfolio of prepaid offerings to include a new 3G Prepaid data package that lets customers access unlimited data on select 3G Smartphones and Multimedia phones for $30 monthly access.  Multimedia phone customers also have the option of selecting a new $10 monthly data package for 25 MB per month ($.20/MB overage).  These new prepaid data packages will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Store today and online at http://www.verizonwireless.com beginning Sept. 28.

"These new data offerings will help our prepaid customers experience the full breadth of Verizon Wireless' robust device portfolio and the many engaging, informative and helpful applications that depend on a data plan," said Jim Sullivan, director of marketing for Verizon Wireless.  "Our prepaid customers will now have the freedom to enjoy all of the capabilities that these phones have to offer, while controlling costs and without being tied to a contract."

Following are the 3G Smartphones and Multimedia phones eligible for the new data packages:

  3G Smartphones
  --  BlackBerry® Curve(TM) 8330
  --  BlackBerry® Curve(TM) 8530
  --  BlackBerry® Storm(TM) 9530
  --  BlackBerry® Storm2(TM) 9550
  --  BlackBerry® Tour(TM) 9630
  --  BlackBerry® Bold(TM) 9650
  --  Palm® Pre(TM) Plus
  --  Palm Pixi(TM) Plus
  --  DROID by Motorola
  --  Motorola DEVOUR(TM)
  --  DROID X by Motorola
  --  DROID 2 by Motorola
  --  DROID Eris(TM) by HTC
  --  DROID Incredible by HTC
  --  LG Ally(TM)

  3G Multimedia phones
  --  LG enV® TOUCH
  --  LG enV®3
  --  LG Chocolate® TOUCH
  --  LG VX8360
  --  Samsung Alias(TM) 2
  --  Samsung Renown(TM)
  --  Nokia Twist(TM)
  --  Casio® EXILIM

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

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 92 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 79,000 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.

The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and trademarks of Research In Motion Limited.

Source: Verizon Wireless
   

CONTACT:  Brenda Boyd Raney , Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-7518,
Brenda.Raney@verizonwireless.com

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

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Toshiba Recalls T Series Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

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  Name of product: Satellite T135, Satellite T135D and Satellite
   ProT130 Notebook Computers
  Units: About 41,000 worldwide
  Manufacturer:  Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., of Irvine,
   Calif.
  Hazard: The notebook computers can overheat at the notebook's plug-
   in to the AC adapter, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
  Incidents/Injuries: Toshiba has received 129 reports of the notebook
   computers overheating and deforming the plastic casing area around
   the AC adapter plug, including two reports of minor burn injuries
   that did not require medical attention and two reports of minor
   property damage.
  Description: This recall involves certain Toshiba Satellite T135,
   Satellite T135D and Satellite Pro T130 notebook computer models.
   "Toshiba" is printed on the top of the notebook computer. The model
   name and number are printed on a label on the bottom of the notebook
   computers.
  Sold at: Electronics stores and other retailers nationwide and
   online, including at Toshibadirect.com and other websites, from
   August 2009 through August 2010 for between $600 and $800.
  Manufactured in: China
  Remedy:  Consumers should immediately download the latest version of
   Toshiba's BIOS computer program to their notebook computer at http:/
   /laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices. This new computer
   program will detect whether the notebook computer is overheating,
   and if so, disable the notebook computer's external power and
   display a message directing the consumer to contact Toshiba for a
   free repair. Consumers who do not have Internet access should
   contact Toshiba to arrange for installation of the updated BIOS.
  Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Toshiba at
   (800) 457-7777 anytime or visit the firm's website at http:///
   laptops.toshiba.com/about/consumer-notices.

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CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product.  Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx

  Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 457-7777
  CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
  HC Media Contact: (613) 957-2983

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CONTACT:  CPSC Media Contact, +1-301-504-7908

Web Site:  http://www.cpsc.gov/
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/

Verizon Wireless 'COW' Offers Enhanced Coverage, Capacity for Penn State Football Fans

Cell on Wheels "Beefs" Up Network As Demand Grows for Calls, Email, Messaging, Web and Video During Games

STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Sept. 2 -- Verizon Wireless has installed a temporary cell site--called a COW, or Cell On Wheels--near Penn State University's Beaver Stadium to provide additional network coverage and calling capacity just in time for football season. This service enhancement means that more customers can use the Verizon Wireless network concurrently to make calls or use data applications such as text, picture and video messaging during home football games.

"Penn State University's Beaver Stadium is the second-largest college stadium in the nation with a capacity for more than 107,000 fans, and home game attendance records are consistently being broken," said Mark Frazier-president, Ohio/Pennsylvania/West Virginia Region, Verizon Wireless. "Our COW enables us to meet the increase in call and data volume during this football season and to continue to offer our customers the reliable network service they've come to expect."

The COW is a fully functional, generator-powered cell site, which has the same call capacity as a freestanding cell site. This network improvement is part of Verizon Wireless' continual effort to expand coverage, improve capacity and enhance the quality of its wireless voice and data network in Pennsylvania and throughout the country. These enhancements increase value to consumers who are increasingly relying on wireless devices to manage their busy lives and stay connected at home or on-the-go.

Since 2000, the company has invested more than $1.1 billion into its Pennsylvania network, including $185 million in 2009.  Nationally, Verizon Wireless has invested more than $60 billion since its inception to increase wireless voice and data coverage and add new services.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 92 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 79,000 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:  Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-3210,
laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com; Jennifer Schmitt, for Verizon Wireless,
+1-412-642-7700, jennifer.schmitt@elias-savion.com

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

SD Association Reveals New Memory Card Design for Incredibly Fast Cards

Dual-row pin memory card design for SDXC and SDHC confirmed as Association continues development of the next SD 4.0 standard.

BERLIN, Sept. 2 -- IFA Hall 17, Booth 128 -- The SD Association announced today it has defined a new, dual-row pin memory card design achieving bus interface speeds of up to 300 megabytes per second for SDXC and SDHC devices and memory cards.  It is fully backwards compatible, allowing equipped devices full use of any SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards.

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New high speed interface signals will be assigned on the second row of pins of select SDXC and SDHC memory cards offering the new speed. This option will be available in both full-size and micro form factors and does not change the physical size or shape of the cards.  This design will be part of the forthcoming SD 4.0 specification, expected in early 2011.

"Our innovative dual-row pin design ultimately lets consumers using equipped products to manage the massive storage capacity found on SDXC memory cards at incredible speeds," said Norm Frentz, chairman of the SD Association. "SD can now support high definition video from Hollywood movie studios, television broadcasts, or HD videos taken on your latest vacation. SD is a very popular, extremely portable and easy-to-use storage medium that has enhanced the enjoyment and portability of music, photos and data.  The Association remains committed to helping consumers maintain the value, usefulness and longevity of all of their SD products."

At IFA, the Association is displaying new and exciting products based on SDXC, its latest standard. Attendees will see more than 40 products from 18 different global brands including memory cards, HD digital cameras, HD video cameras, HD televisions, e-books, card readers, controllers and developer kits.

Several of the products on display feature the recently announced Ultra High Speed (UHS) UHS-I and UHS Speed Class high-speed capabilities. UHS-I technology is found exclusively on SDXC and SDHC products.  It offers faster bus-interface speeds, with data transfer speeds up to 104 megabytes per second.  The new UHS Speed Class 1 technology offers a performance option designed to support real-time video recording.  Consumers can realize the full potential of these technologies by pairing their devices and memory cards.

The Association has created two videos showing optimized uses for the variety of SD memory cards available today at http://www.sdcard.org/videos.  It also offers an online resource, http://www.sdcard.org/cardchoice, for users to explore the variety of SD memory cards types for new and existing devices.

SD Association

The SD Association is a global ecosystem of more than 1,000 technology companies charged with setting interoperable SD standards. The association encourages the development of consumer electronic, wireless communication, digital imaging and networking products that utilize market-leading SD technology. The SD standard is the number one choice for consumers and has earned nearly 80 percent of the memory card market with its reliable interoperability and its easy-to-use format. Today, mobile phones, Blu-ray players, HDTVs, audio players, automotive multimedia systems, handheld PCs, digital cameras and digital video cameras feature SD interoperability. For more information about SDA or to join, please visit the association's web site, http://www.sdcard.org.

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CONTACT:  Kevin Schader, SD Association, +1-925-275-6670,
media@sdcard.org

Web Site:  http://www.sdcard.org/

ShowStoppers Press Event Doubles in Size at IFA 2010

Consumer electronics and home appliances tradeshow is on track to break records for number of exhibitors, trade visitors, product intros

BERLIN and AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 2 -- Twice the number of startups, upstarts, industry leaders and innovators will tonight preview new technology products for work, home and play at ShowStoppers @ IFA 2010, the official press event of the global tradeshow.

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"ShowStoppers @ IFA 2010 has doubled in size from last year," said Steve Leon, partner, ShowStoppers. "We're seeing a double-digit increase in the number of exhibiting companies and exhibit space at all ShowStoppers events in Europe and the United States.

"Setting this pace are hot products from cool companies that the press has not yet discovered - a key focus for all ShowStoppers events," said Leon. "Journalists attending ShowStoppers @ IFA 2010 will also see demos and product introductions by some of the biggest names in consumer electronics and home appliances - Samsung, for example, and HP, which is exhibiting at IFA for the first time after meeting the press at ShowStoppers events in the United States for several years."

"IFA and ShowStoppers are growing exponentially," said Jens Heithecker, executive director, IFA. "IFA 2010 is on track to break records for the number of exhibitors, trade visitors and product introductions. Why this success? IFA is a global sales platform that inspires people, moves markets, and increasingly defines the future of digital technologies - and ShowStoppers is a dynamic partner with a global stage for IFA exhibitors to meet the press."

The 50th edition of IFA takes place 3-8 September in Berlin. Press days began 1 September. The third annual ShowStoppers @ IFA takes place tonight, 2 September on the Messe Berlin fairgrounds.

Companies exhibiting at ShowStoppers @ IFA 2010 include Altec Lansing, Arzum, DivX, Eton, Etymotic, HP, Innergie, iRobot, Mophie, Native Union, NAVTEQ, Otterbox, Pandigital, Plantronics, Samsung, SD Association, Sennheiser, Sisvel, Sonic Emotion, Sonos, Sound Freaq, Texas Instruments, V-Moda, Vogel's, Worlein, Zagg, Zero1 -- and more.

IFA is organized by Messe Berlin and owned by Gesellschaft fur Unterhaltungs- und Kommunikationselektronik (gfu). Messe Berlin organizes worldwide, national and regional trade shows, exhibitions and conventions. gfu is the Association for Consumer and Communications Electronics.

The invitation-only ShowStoppers press event at IFA takes place before the show opens for business visitors and to the public. It organizes product introductions, sneak previews and demonstrations for selected journalists, bloggers, industry and financial analysts, venture capitalists and business executives attending IFA.

Now in its 18th year, ShowStoppers is the global leader in producing press-only events. Industry leaders, innovators, startups and upstart companies exhibit during the year at ShowStoppers events to help generate news coverage and product reviews, make new connections, promote brands, and open new markets.

To exhibit at ShowStoppers events, contact Dave Leon, director of sales, +1-845-638-3527.

Working press are invited to attend ShowStoppers events. For information and requirements, contact Steve Leon, +1-512-288-0950.

  Contacts:

  Steve Leon
  Partner, ShowStoppers
  sl@showstoppers.com
  +1-512-288-0950

  Nicole Jahn
  IFA Press Officer, Messe Berlin GmbH
  jahn@messe-berlin.de
  +49 (30) 3038-2217

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CONTACT:  Steve Leon, Partner of ShowStoppers, +1-512-288-0950,
sl@showstoppers.com; or Nicole Jahn, IFA Press Officer of Messe Berlin GmbH,
+49 (30) 3038-2217, jahn@messe-berlin.de, for ShowStoppers

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

KingsIsle Entertainment Celebrates Two Incredible Years of Wizard101

PLANO, Texas, Sept. 2 -- Since its launch in September 2008, KingsIsle Entertainment's flagship game Wizard101 has become one of the most popular online destinations for family entertainment. Over the last two years Wizard101 has received critical acclaim as one of the best massively-multiplayer games on the market. Millions of players have discovered the mysteries of the Spiral, explored hundreds of hours of epic storyline, and joined to create a vibrant player community.

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"When we launched Wizard101 two years ago, the team knew we had something very special on our hands," said Elie Akilian, chairman and CEO of KingsIsle Entertainment. "However, we believe that the success we've seen, while extraordinary, is just the beginning. The number of talented professionals working to bring great new content and capabilities to Wizard101 continues to grow. For everyone who loves and plays this game, it will just keep getting better."

In early Fall, the next chapter in the Wizard101 story will begin with the introduction of the world of Celestia, the game's largest and most ambitious expansion to date. In Celestia, Wizards will achieve new heights of power as they progress to level 60, discover extraordinary new spells, venture beneath the ocean and learn the deepest secrets of long-forgotten magic.

To promote the launch of the new world, later this month KingsIsle will launch a quest featuring one of the hottest teen icons on the planet. The quest, which will introduce players to new underwater environments and preview features of the upcoming Celestia expansion, will be available to all players in the game.

"Wizard101 raced past the 10-million player mark in June and continues to grow every day," said J. Todd Coleman, vice president and creative director of Wizard101. "This is an amazing time for KingsIsle, as Wizard101 seems to have hit a tipping point. With the upcoming launch of Celestia, the future looks incredibly exciting."

In Wizard101, kids and families enter the magical world of Wizard City as student Wizards setting out to hone their skills, cast spells and summon powerful creatures to fight evil forces. The characters and worlds of Wizard101 are influenced by literature, history and pop culture, giving the game a depth and quality appreciated by families and players of all ages.

Wizard101 can be downloaded at http://www.Wizard101.com. Players seeking access to premium areas and items may purchase pre-paid cards in participating stores or purchase a subscription or Crowns online. New worlds, activities, pets and Wizard clothing are periodically added to the game, creating an ever-changing world with new things to see and do.

About KingsIsle Entertainment, Inc.

KingsIsle Entertainment is a developer and publisher that specializes in creating high-quality massively multiplayer online games which provide entertainment for the entire family. Wizard101, KingsIsle's flagship property, has received the Parent Tested Parent Approved Media Seal of Approval in 2009 and has been recognized by the National Parenting Publications Awards.  Wizard101 was named the #1 Best Family/All Age Game by Beckett Massive Gamer Magazine, and the #1 Best Family Game by MMORPG.com for 2009.  The company's experienced and creative team is raising the bar in online entertainment by offering products with rich storylines, friendly navigation, top-quality art and fully-voiced characters. KingsIsle is headquartered in Plano, Texas, and has a development studio in Austin, Texas. For more information, please visit http://www.kingsisle.com.

KingsIsle and Wizard101 are trademarks or registered trademarks of KingsIsle Entertainment, Inc.

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CONTACT:  Ben Conrad of KingsIsle Entertainment, Inc., +1-512-623-5925,
press@kingsisle.com

Web Site:  http://www.kingsisle.com/

New, Interactive Website CommonSpace Launched to Connect Philadelphia Friends to Social Fun, Seeks Consumer Input

Geographic Technology Discovers Local Treasures, Promotes Sustainability, Community-building and Environmental Responsibility http://commonspace.us

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 2 -- On Thursday, September 2, 2010 a consortium of Philadelphia-based partners announced a new, beta interactive platform that encourages community-building and sustainability by exploring local, social fun in Philadelphia: http://commonspace.us/.  CommonSpace, a pilot program, is seeking consumer feedback for development from now until October 15, 2010 and encourages consumers to help "build" the system by testing CommonSpace and providing feedback at the site. The application's goal is to make it easy for users to find hidden treasures in local neighborhoods while connecting with friends through environmentally friendly transportation methods. To give feedback, users are encouraged to visit http://commonspace.us/ and click on the "Feedback" tab or take the online survey.

Borrowing from the urban planning concept of a "walkshed," the area that is accessible to pedestrians within a given time period, CommonSpace, which is currently exclusive to Philadelphia, enables users to calculate their personal "transit-shed" and find local activities and events within that area, while encouraging walking, biking and public transit.

The step-by-step application enables users to enter their location, their mode of transportation, the length of time they are willing to travel and preferred entertainment like restaurants, shows, cultural events or shopping.  By adding additional users at different starting locations, their modes of transportation and their travel times and entertainment interests, the application automatically calculates the common space for all people in a given group.  The application then displays an interactive map showing the social activities available in the users' common space.  Users can then add the destinations of their choice to a plan, which they can share with others via a hyperlink, or use to generate a Google Maps walking, biking or public transit route.

As an increasing number of communities promote more healthy lifestyles and sustainable environments, web tools like CommonSpace demonstrate how geographic technologies can help people make the most of the amenities around them.  CommonSpace assists to make communities healthier, as well as more socially and environmentally responsible.

"The application enables users to make social plans and have fun, but we also see CommonSpace as a new generation of applications that leverage publicly available geographic data in new ways to promote more accessible communities and help city dwellers discover local treasures that they might not otherwise have been aware of," said Robert Cheetham, Azavea's President and CEO.

The platform is built on a combination of OpenStreetMap data and transit data from SEPTA, the Philadelphia regional transit agency.  Azavea, an award-winning geospatial analysis (GIS) software company that designed CommonSpace, also used an experimental, next-generation version of its DecisionTree technology, code-named Trellis, in order to distribute the geographic data processing across many servers and enable the web site to respond quickly and support large numbers of visitors.  Once a user selects a starting address and mode of transit, tens of thousands of possible routes are mapped behind-the-scenes using transit and street data.  The results are generated on-the-fly and appear on a Google Maps base map.

CommonSpace may expand the application to more locations, incorporate additional data that impacts walkability, or create a smart-phone version. Current data providers include the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe Festival; Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance's Phillyfunguide.com; Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation's Uwishunu.com; Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia; and Yelp.com.  CommonSpace relies on data providers to make the site useful and relevant. The project will continue to seek unique local attractions and venues such as Philly Beer Week and neighborhood festivals to incorporate into the offerings, as well as solicit feedback and input from Philadelphians using the site to guide its future.

The website is the result of a partnership with the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia, NPower Pennsylvania, Azavea and the William Penn Foundation.

"We are excited about CommonSpace because it will help shoppers find new local businesses in their own backyards and plan their trips in a more sustainable way," said Leanne Krueger-Braneky, the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia's Executive Director.

About Azavea:  Azavea is an award-winning geospatial analysis (GIS) software development firm specializing in the creation of location-based web and mobile solutions, as well as geospatial analysis services to enhance decision-making. Azavea is committed to working on projects with a strong social value component in order to promote the emergence of more dynamic, vibrant, and sustainable communities. Each of Azavea's projects, products and pro bono engagements showcases this commitment. Azavea is a certified B Corporation. For more information, visit http://www.azavea.com

About The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia:  The Sustainable Business Network (SBN) of Greater Philadelphia is a nonprofit network of local triple-bottom-line businesses and social entrepreneurs. SBN is a membership organization of over 5,000 locally-owned independent businesses who are committed to building a more socially, environmentally, and financially sustainable local economy. For more information, visit http://www.sbnphiladelphia.org.

About NPower Pennsylvania:  NPower is a charitable organization that provides technology services and support to other charitable organizations. NPower's mission is to ensure all nonprofits can use technology to better serve our community. NPower PA was founded in 2002 with support from Microsoft and a matching grant from the William Penn Foundation.  Starting with 30 member organizations our first year, we are now providing affordable, high -quality technology services to over 375 member organizations in the greater Philadelphia community.

About the William Penn Foundation:  The William Penn Foundation, founded in 1945 by Otto and Phoebe Haas, is dedicated to improving the quality of life in the Greater Philadelphia region through efforts that foster rich cultural expression, strengthen children's futures, and deepen connections to nature and community.  In partnership with others, we work to advance a vital, just, and caring community.

Source: CommonSpace
   

CONTACT:  Melissa Grimm for CommonSpace, +1-215-840-0604,
mgrimm@gramercygroupllc.com

Web Site:  http://commonspace.us/

Outstanding 1st 2010 Semester for Tagetik

LUCCA, Italy, September 2, 2010--

    - Double-digit Growth, Continuous Global Expansion and Strategic Partner
Alliances to Outperform in the CPM Market

    Tagetik, a global provider of Performance Management, Enterprise
Governance, Risk & Compliance and Business Intelligence software solutions,
today announced extremely positive business figures for the first half of
2010 Fiscal Year together with great achievements that amplify its role as
international player in the CPM market.

    "2010 has started with a continued growth for Tagetik," explains Manuel
Vellutini, Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Tagetik. "We closed the semester
with a +33% consolidated growth compared to last year, +61% growth on new
license revenues and 32 new customers worldwide. This confirms our
continuously expanding strategy to meet companies' needs - regardless of
their size or business - as well as to build up strong relationships with
major system integrators, technology leaders and local consulting
specialists."

    "We have set ourselves highly ambitious and challenging objectives for
2010 and these results convince me that we are on the right track," comments
Pierluigi Pierallini, President and CEO at Tagetik. "We are proving on the
market to be different as we remained an independent vendor and strongly
committed on integrating Performance Management and BI processes with
Collaboration and Communication technologies. Our mission today is to support
organizations in managing and monitoring business performance more
efficiently while improving operational and strategic decision-making. And we
expect the same outstanding results for the year end."

    In the last six months, Tagetik has opened new European offices in Turkey
and the Nordic Region. The company is also planning the opening of new
operations in Poland, the Middle East Region and South America for Q3/Q4
2010. In addition, Tagetik is continuing to build up a strong relationship
with Microsoft Corp. in order to leverage the software tight integration with
Microsoft(R) SharePoint(R) Server 2010 and the Microsoft business
intelligence platform (
http://www.tagetik.com/events-news/press-releases/sharepoint2010) as well as
its new vision 'Collaborative Performance Management'.

    "Tagetik's success is reflected by our customers and partners," adds
Vellutini "Many leading companies abroad and in Italy have turned to Tagetik
3.0 this semester, including Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Vinson & Elkins,
Propex Operating Company (US), Zavarovalnica Triglav (Adriatic Region),
Grontmij Business Services (The Netherlands), St Hubert, Grand Marnier
(France), Sersa Group Management, Panalpina, Hoval Management (DACH), Trader
Publishing (UK), Grandi Salumifici Italiani, HSR Fondazione Centro
S.Raffaele, Wurth, Industries (Italy). And the role of partners, such as
Microsoft, is key to spread a new vision of CPM (
http://www.tagetik.com/events-news/press-releases/uc2010) and strengthen our
success on the market."

    Tagetik is working to further develop its integration with Microsoft's
Productivity technologies. "As part of our expected technological
accomplishments, we are going to certify and launch the integration of
Tagetik 3.0 with Microsoft Dynamics(R) ERP and Microsoft Dynamics(R) CRM,
providing Microsoft customers with one unified platform to manage and improve
business performance" concludes Vellutini.

     About Tagetik

    Tagetik - a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner - delivers a unified
software solution to support Performance Management and Enterprise
Governance, Risk & Compliance, plus extended Business Intelligence,
Collaboration and Communication. Tagetik 3.0 creates value by simplifying
complex business processes for CFOs and CIOs: budgeting, planning and
forecasting, consolidation and reporting, financial governance, strategy
management, profitability modeling, working capital analysis and
compliance/industry requirements. Tagetik 3.0 is the solution to translate
strategy into operations, manage and control overall performance down to
business transactions, and improve decision-making across the whole
organization while achieving faster ROI and lower total cost of ownership
(TCO).

    Tagetik operates in 13 countries leveraging a close partnership with
Microsoft. Its market experts are totally committed to the success of 400
worldwide customers, including some of the largest Fortune 1000 companies and
representing all industries, as well as to foster synergies with system
integrators, technology leaders and local consulting specialists. To learn
more: http://www.tagetik.com

   
    Corporate Press Contact:
    Elisabetta Pierallini
    +39(0)583-96811
    press@tagetik.com

    US Press Contact:
    Alessandra Gamba
    +1-203-391-7520
    alessandragamba@tagetik.com

    UK Press Contact:
    Caroline Powell
    +44(0)20-8297-5388
    carolinep@jdmarketing.co.uk

Source: Tagetik

Corporate Press Contact: Elisabetta Pierallini, +39(0)583-96811, press@tagetik.com; US Press Contact: Alessandra Gamba, +1-203-391-7520, alessandragamba@tagetik.com; UK Press Contact: Caroline Powell, +44(0)20-8297-5388, carolinep@jdmarketing.co.uk

Leave the Car, Take the Concierge with You: Mercedes-Benz Launches New Version of mbrace Mobile Application

Mercedes Continues to Innovate with New Convenience and Location-Based Services

MONTVALE, N.J., Sept. 2 -- As consumers increasingly turn to mobile devices to manage their lives from wherever they are, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has introduced an upgraded version of its mbrace telematics platform that connects the in-car navigation system in its vehicles with drivers' iPhones. Developed by its partner Hughes Telematics, Inc. (HTI), the new mbrace Mobile Application version 2.0 allows Mercedes-Benz customers to take their mbrace services with them when they leave their vehicles.  Mercedes-Benz is the first manufacturer to extend connected services in this way.

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The mbrace Mobile Application version 2.0 builds on the automotive industry's first fully integrated smartphone application which was launched by Mercedes-Benz and HTI in November 2009. That application allows customers to use their phones to unlock their vehicles, locate their vehicles in crowded parking lots, and find nearby or preferred dealers among other services. Version 2.0 includes all of those features and also allows customers to seamlessly access Mercedes-Benz Concierge services while away from the vehicle. The concierge can access the caller's location information to deliver relevant entertainment recommendations, restaurant locations, directions, traffic updates and more. Requested destination information can then be sent directly from the concierge to an in-vehicle navigation system.

The new application also allows users to save multiple accounts in the log-in screen and assign nicknames, making it simple and quick to access multiple mbrace accounts from one device.

"Version 2.0 of the mbrace Mobile Application takes the convenience and connectivity of mbrace further than ever before, allowing customers to access connected services anywhere, anytime," said Sascha Simon, who heads up advanced product planning for MBUSA.  "Imagine you're away from your car talking on your iPhone to Mercedes-Benz Concierge. The agent can provide you with a great restaurant suggestion and simultaneously send the destination both to your iPhone and into your car.  That's what makes the system so great: the flexible architecture allows us to continually add new features as mobile technology evolves, keeping us on the cutting edge of innovation and connected services for our customers. This latest mobile application is a perfect example of that, and we will continue to add more features and connectivity on an ongoing basis."

In addition to the new mobile concierge service, Roadside Assistance on the iPhone also has been enhanced with the mbrace Mobile Application version 2.0 so that when a call is initiated, the customer's location information is transmitted to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Center, allowing for more efficient and accurate service in the time of need.  In instances when the vehicle may not be accessible, may not have power, or is in an unknown location, the mobile application allows Mercedes-Benz to help their customers by pinpointing exactly where to send assistance.

As the first automaker to offer a mobile application truly integrated with the vehicle, MBUSA continues to be an industry leader in bringing new connected technology to market. For customers on-the-go, the mbrace Mobile Application provides simple and seamless connectivity to the ever-expanding set of Mercedes-Benz mbrace services.

"Mercedes-Benz mbrace was designed as a platform for continuous innovation," said Erik Goldman, president, HTI.  "The release of mbrace Mobile Application version 2.0 extends new services beyond the vehicle, giving Mercedes-Benz customers the freedom to seamlessly enjoy personalized service even when they're not in the driver's seat.  We look forward to working with Mercedes to continue expansion of the mbrace Mobile Application service and feature set, enabling enhanced connectivity and interaction between the mobile device and vehicle."

About Mercedes-Benz USA

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States.  MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse line-up in the luxury segment with 12 model lines ranging from the sporty C-Class to the flagship S-Class sedans and the SLS AMG supercar.

MBUSA is also responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans in the US.  More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at http://www.mbusa.com and http://www.mbsprinterusa.com.

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  About HTI

Hughes Telematics, Inc. ("HTI")  (BULLETIN BOARD: HUTC and HUTCW)  is a leader in implementing the next generation of connected services. Centered on a core platform of safety and security, the company offers a portfolio of location-based services for consumers, manufacturers, fleets and dealers through two-way wireless connectivity. Networkfleet, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of HTI located in San Diego, Ca., offers remote vehicle diagnostics, an integrated GPS tracking and emissions monitoring system for wireless fleet vehicle management. A majority owned subsidiary of HTI, Lifecomm, located in Atlanta, Ga., plans to offer mobile personal emergency response services through a wearable lightweight device with one-touch access to emergency assistance. Additional information about HTI can be found at http://www.hughestelematics.com.

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Source: Mercedes-Benz USA
   

CONTACT:  MBUSA: Donna Boland, +1-201-573-6893, donna.boland@mbusa.com;
Toll-Free, 1-888-MBNEWS-1; HTI: Andrew Saluke, +1-770-649-0880 (x307), Mobile
+1-770-329-1479, andrew@brandwarepr.com

Web Site:  http://www.mbusa.com/

Fidelity National Financial, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Commerce Velocity

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 2 -- Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE:FNF), a leading provider of title insurance, mortgage services, specialty insurance and information services, today announced the acquisition of Commerce Velocity.  Commerce Velocity provides technology solutions to mortgage lenders, loan servicing organizations and investment banks that enable users to mitigate risk and optimize outcomes for their mortgage loan portfolios.

The firm offers three Web-based, SaaS products: Spectrum, Optimizer and AssetX.  Spectrum provides a versatile end-to-end loan origination platform, which can provide a true commitment-to-lend at the point of sale, apply risk models and workflow rules to repair problem loan files, and verify that each loan complies with regulatory and investor guidelines throughout the loan life cycle.  Optimizer is a market leader helping Servicers to maximize cash flows from delinquencies and enforce workout consistency throughout the default management process.  It enables servicers to deploy their preferred loss mitigation strategies.  AssetX facilitates acquisition and management of performing and non-performing loan pools by providing the ability to consolidate and evaluate various data sources and provides traders with valuable insight into each transaction.

Fidelity announced that the Commerce Velocity technology will be strategically aligned with ServiceLink, the national lender platform for FNF and a leading provider of origination and default related solutions for the mortgage industry.  The strategic integration creates a complete workflow management solution from loan origination through loss mitigation, default and asset disposition.

Mortgage lenders and servicers have long relied on an extensive suite of mortgage-related solutions from ServiceLink, including valuation, title, closing, subservicing, loss mitigation, and asset management and disposition.  The addition of Commerce Velocity's platform will now extend ServiceLink's solutions to incorporate technology to process origination loan transactions as well as manage the loans in the default stages.

"We are excited to add Commerce Velocity's capabilities to our family of companies," said Chairman William P. Foley, II.  "Commerce Velocity provides a strong complement to FNF's National Lender Platform, ServiceLink.  This acquisition will bring a comprehensive technology platform that can effectively support the lender's process while incorporating the premier origination and default solutions for which FNF and ServiceLink are known."

Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE:FNF), is a leading provider of title insurance, mortgage services, specialty insurance and information services.  FNF is the nation's largest title insurance company through its title insurance underwriters - Fidelity National Title, Chicago Title, Commonwealth Land Title and Alamo Title - that collectively issue more title insurance policies than any other title company in the United States.  FNF also provides flood insurance, personal lines insurance and home warranty insurance through its specialty insurance business.  FNF is also a leading provider of global human resources, payroll, benefits and payment solutions through another minority-owned subsidiary, Ceridian Corporation.  More information about FNF can be found at http://www.fnf.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about our beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on management's beliefs, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management. Because such statements are based on expectations as to future economic performance and are not statements of fact, actual results may differ materially from those projected. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.  The risks and uncertainties which forward-looking statements are subject to include, but are not limited to: changes in general economic, business and political conditions, including changes in the financial markets; adverse changes in the level of real estate activity, which may be caused by, among other things, high or increasing interest rates, a limited supply of mortgage funding or a weak U. S. economy; our potential inability to find suitable acquisition candidates, acquisitions in lines of business that will not necessarily be limited to our traditional areas of focus, or difficulties in integrating acquisitions; our dependence on operating subsidiaries as a source of cash flow; significant competition that our operating subsidiaries face; compliance with extensive government regulation of our operating subsidiaries; and other risks detailed in the "Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information," "Risk Factors" and other sections of the Company's Form 10-K and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Source: Fidelity National Financial, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Daniel Kennedy Murphy, Senior Vice President and Treasurer,
+1-904-854-8120, dkmurphy@fnf.com

Web Site:  http://www.fnf.com/

Traffix Announces OpenBlox Diameter Free Version

LONDON, September 2, 2010--     Traffix Systems, the NGN and Diameter control plane expert, announced
today the availability of OpenBlox Diameter free version. For the first time,
a full implementation of Diameter protocol is available on Java and C++, for
free download to be used as part of any software development lab or testing
environment.

    The new OpenBlox Diameter free version enables a simple, flexible
Diameter based product development. OpenBlox Diameter free version offers an
easy integration of Diameter with any telecom product, and significantly
shortens new Diameter based products' time to market.

    Traffix Systems' products are the telecom market's benchmark for
Diameter. With over 10,000 downloads and hundreds of live global
implementations, OpenBlox Diameter Stack is the most mature Diameter stack in
the market with support to over 50 LTE and IMS Diameter interfaces

    Ben Volkow, Traffix Systems' CEO, said: "Traffix Systems' new offering of
OpenBlox Diameter free version demonstrates our commitment to support the
telecom industry on its path to NGN, enabling fast and easy deployment of
Diameter based products in any IMS, LTE and other NGN environments."

    For direct download of OpenBlox Stack free version please visit
http://www.traffixsystems.com/downloadStackForm.html

    About Traffix Systems

    Traffix Systems (http://www.traffixsystems.com) is the NGN and Diameter
control plane expert. Traffix leads the control plane market, with a range of
NGN and LTE Diameter control plane Products and solutions. Traffix supports
telecom operators on their way to establish a high capacity data network,
accommodating the needs of telecom customers in the 21st century, by building
a series of easy to use products to enable a smooth, secure, cost efficient
road to a high capacity data network.

   
    Contact:
    Ariela Bichler
    Tel: +44-20-8214-1384
    ariela@traffixsystems.com
    http://www.traffixsystems.com

Source: Traffix Systems

Contact: Ariela Bichler, Tel: +44-20-8214-1384, ariela@traffixsystems.com