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Rensselaer County Residents to Benefit from Verizon Wireless Network ExpansionInvesting to Stay Ahead of Growing Demand for Wireless Calling, Data Access, and Music

ALBANY, N.Y., April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Rensselaer County, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site in Pittstown. The new site improves coverage and capacity along Route 7 from Parker School Road to Lake Lorraine Way, Route 129 from Route 7 to Williams Road, and Route 109 from Route 7 to Quaker Road.

This network expansion is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless voice and data services. Verizon Wireless has invested nearly $44 billion since it was formed -- more than $5 billion on average every year -- to increase coverage and capacity and to offer customers the most reliable service available in the nation.

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

Strong demand for Verizon Wireless services continued during the fourth quarter of 2007 as the company added 2 million new customers. Verizon Wireless is the leader in wireless customer loyalty, reporting the lowest customer turnover (highest customer loyalty) rate in the industry -- 1.2% in the fourth quarter -- for the 13th consecutive quarter.

The company's 'nation's most reliable wireless network' reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and test women throughout the country who inspired the "Can you hear me now" national advertising campaign. These engineers drive nearly 100 specially equipped vehicles over 240,000 miles on average each quarter on Interstate, US and state highways, as well as major roads and surface streets. Test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than 750,000 voice call attempts and more than four million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers.

Last year, Verizon Wireless introduced its 30-day Test Drive, an industry first that lets customers experience its network virtually risk-free for 30 days. If customers are not satisfied with their experience and take their number to another carrier, Verizon Wireless will refund their money for calls, equipment, activation fee and taxes. For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to http://www.verizonwireless.com/.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 65.7 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 69,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). For more information, go to: 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.

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: John O'Malley of Verizon Wireless, +1-585-321-7264, or
+1-585-261-5899, john.omalley@verizonwireless.com; or Meredith Dropkin,
+1-315-233-3000, meredithd@mragroup.com, for Verizon Wireless

Web site: http://www.verizonwireless.com/
http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia

Winland Electronics, Inc. Names Thomas J. de Petra Chief Executive Officer

MANKATO, Minn., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Winland Electronics, Inc. , a leading designer and manufacturer of custom electronic control products and systems, announced today that Thomas J. de Petra has been named its Chief Executive Officer and President. Following the departure of Lorin Krueger, Winland's former Chief Executive Officer and President on January 2, 2008, Mr. de Petra had been serving as Winland's interim Chief Executive Officer and President.

Mr. de Petra has a long history with Winland and he is a proven executive and leader. Mr. de Petra has been the Chairman of Winland's Board of Directors since October 2006 and a director since 1994. Prior to January 2, 2008, Mr. de Petra was a self-employed management consultant for 12 years and the founder and President of Vantage Advisory Services LLC. Mr. de Petra has served in various leadership roles, including serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Nortech Technologies, Inc., a publicly held company.

Rick Speckmann, an independent director who served as chair of the search committee commented, "Following a process of solidifying the Company's leadership requirements, we instituted a diligent search process during which time we reviewed a significant number of resumes and interviewed numerous candidates from outside the Company. We determined that the immediate and long-term interests of the shareholders, employees and customer would be best served by Tom de Petra."

Mr. Speckmann added, "As we searched throughout the country for a new executive, we became increasingly aware of Tom's leadership disciplines in action. It occurred to the search committee that our best candidate was already executing on the strategies needed to move Winland forward. Tom's 14 years of experience on the Company's Board of Directors, along with his successes as a business owner and consultant had enabled him to make sound business decisions and expedite important initiatives while serving in an interim capacity. As we took him through the assessment, interview, and reference process, we were able to validate our thoughts surrounding Tom's ability to perform in this role. Another important consideration and benefit to the Company is that he can accelerate the achievement of Winland's goals and objectives by making the traditional 'ramping and orientation' period that would be experienced by an outsider who is unfamiliar with Winland unnecessary. Simply stated, Tom knows Winland's business; he is familiar with our clients, he is trusted by our employees, and has a true vision for Winland's future. We are most optimistic about his ability to lead the company into the future."

About Winland Electronics

Winland Electronics is an electronic manufacturing services (EMS) company, providing product development and manufacturing expertise and innovation for more than 20 years. Winland also markets proprietary products for the security/industrial marketplace. Winland's product development offering includes program management, analog circuit design, digital circuit design, printed circuit board design and embedded software design. Winland differentiates itself from the contract manufacturer competition with its integrated product development and manufacturing services to offer end-to-end product launch capability, including design for manufacturability, design for testability, transition to manufacturing and order fulfillment. Winland's core competency is delivering time-to-market through superior program management, experience, integrated development processes, and cross-functional teams. Winland Electronics is based in Mankato, MN.

CONTACT: Tom de Petra Brett Maas or Cameron Donahue Chairman, CEO Hayden Communications (507) 625-7231 (651) 653-1854 http://www.winland.com/

Winland Electronics, Inc.

CONTACT: Tom de Petra, Chairman, CEO of Winland Electronics, Inc.,
+1-507-625-7231; or Brett Maas or Cameron Donahue, both of Hayden
Communications, +1-651-653-1854, for Winland Electronics, Inc.

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

Karrier Communications Settles Patent Litigation With GPS Industries, Inc.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- GPS Industries, Inc. (GPSI) (BULLETIN BOARD: GPSN) , the only provider of Wi-Fi powered, advertising enhanced GPS systems for golf facilities, resorts and residential communities and owner of golf-related GPS technology patents in 15 countries announced that it licensed its golf related GPS technology patent portfolio to Karrier Communications.

The license settles Karrier Communications involvement in a major patent infringement lawsuit brought by GPS Industries in Dallas federal district court. The License Agreement covers all jurisdictions in which GPS Industries holds patents, including U.S. Patent No. 5,364,093.

Mr. Alex Doaga, EVP and Chief Technology Officer of GPS Industries commented, "Once again, we are pleased that Karrier Communications chose to join the growing ranks of other licensees in good standing who respect GPS Industries' world-wide patent portfolio. The license with Karrier Communications further confirms GPS Industries' technology and the strength of its intellectual property."

GPS Industries' exclusive licensing agent is the Dallas-based law firm Shore Chan Bragalone, LLP.

About GPS Industries, Inc.

GPS Industries, Inc. (GPSI) develops and markets GPS and Wi-Fi multimedia solutions to enable managers of golf facilities, resorts, and residential communities to improve operational efficiencies and generate new revenue streams. The Company's Inforemer(R) Management Solutions product line provides integrated software applications and a high-resolution 10.4-inch cart mounted "HDX" display panel. The HDX panels vividly illustrate each hole, providing precise distance measurement information, strategic playing tips and targeted advertising messages. The patented system is seamlessly connected via a high-speed Wi-Fi network that enables the entire facility into a wireless hot spot. GPSI in combination with the Uplink Inova product, has in excess of 320 course installations worldwide. For additional information, please visit http://www.gpsindustries.com/

Forward-Looking Statements

Some statements contained in this release may be forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Editors and investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the company's actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the company's ability to generate revenues and other factors as described in the Company's literature and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

GPS Industries, Inc.

CONTACT: Joe Miller, Chief Financial Officer of GPS Industries, Inc.,
+1-604-576-7442, Joe.miller@gpsindustries.com

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

Environmental Tectonics Corporation's BioMedical Division Announces Sale of Two Hyperbaric Chambers

SOUTHAMPTON, Pa., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tectonics Corporation's ("ETC" or the "Company") BioMedical Division today announced placement of two BARA-MED(R) XD Monoplace Hyperbaric Chambers at Central Mississippi Medical Center (CMMC).

Central Mississippi Medical Center is a 473-bed healthcare facility located in the Jackson, Miss., metropolitan area and is the largest hospital in the Health Management Associates, Inc., system. CMMC offers a wide continuum of services, including our core centers of excellence: cardiology, women's health, radiation therapy & oncology, emergency care, surgery, wound management, diabetes management, behavioral health services and the Robert R. Smith M.D. Gamma Knife Center. The BARA-MED(R) XD chambers are the first computer-controlled Hyperbaric chambers in the state of Mississippi, clearing the way for higher technology in the world of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. (HBOT)

ETC manufactures the industry's most technically advanced hyperbaric chamber. The BARA-MED(R) XD includes a 4th generation Windows based operating systems which controls and records chamber activity. ETC chambers continue to remain the leader in providing a patient friendly pressurization alternative (Smooth Ride) that minimizes complications due to middle ear and sinus barotraumas without increasing compression time.

Gene Davis, President of ETC's BioMedical Division, commented, "Placement of these chambers in Mississippi demonstrates an increased footprint of sales growth in the southeastern quarter".

ETC has specialized in creating environments for over 35 years in the production of hyperbaric chambers, sterilizers, Human Centrifuges, Ejector Seat trainers, Night Vision trainers, and Oxygen System Trainers. Our experience and deep familiarity with sales and customer service across nearly every segment of the market set us apart from others.

ETC plans to continue to supply its customers with both well-designed and scientifically advanced products in a competitive market. The BARA-MED(R) and BARA-MED(R) XD is a true evolution of our expertise in bringing practical value and technology closer together.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

ETC designs, develops, installs and maintains aircrew training systems (aeromedical, tactical combat and general), disaster management training systems and services, entertainment products, sterilizers (steam and gas), environmental testing products, hyperbaric chambers and related products for domestic and international customers.

This press release may include forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions about the Company that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any other future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include statements with respect to ETC's vision, mission, strategies, goals, beliefs, plans, objectives, expectations, anticipations, estimates, intentions, financial condition, results of operations, future performance and business of ETC, including but not limited to, (i) the proposed acquisition by Lenfest, (ii) projections of revenue, costs of raw materials, income or loss, earnings or loss per share, capital expenditures, growth prospects, dividends, capital structure, other financial items and the effects of currency fluctuations, (iii) statements of plans and objectives of ETC or its management or Board of Directors, including the introduction of new products, or estimates or predictions of actions of customers, suppliers, competitors or regulatory authorities, (iv) statements of future economic performance, (v) statements of assumptions and other statements about ETC or its business, (vi) statements made about the possible outcomes of litigation involving ETC, and (vii) statements preceded by, followed by or that include the words "may", "could", "should", "looking forward", "would", "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "estimate", "intend", "plan", or the negative of such terms or similar expressions. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties which are subject to change based on various important factors. Some of these risks and uncertainties, in whole or in part, are beyond ETC's control. Factors that might cause or contribute to such a material difference include, but are not limited to, those discussed in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings and other public documents, including, without limitation, our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 23, 2007. Shareholders are urged to review these risks carefully prior to making an investment in the ETC's common stock.

The Company cautions that the foregoing list of important factors is not exclusive. ETC does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of ETC.

Contact: Duane D. Deaner, CFO Tel: 215-355-9100 (ext. 1203) Fax: 215-357-4000 ETC - Internet Home Page: http://www.etcusa.com/

Environmental Tectonics Corporation

CONTACT: Duane D. Deaner, CFO of Environmental Tectonics Corporation,
+1-215-355-9100, ext. 1203, Fax, +1-215-357-4000

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

ChoicePoint(R) to Sell i2 Government Software Business

ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ChoicePoint today announced it has entered into an agreement to sell its government software business, specifically i2 Inc. and i2 Ltd., to Silver Lake Sumeru, a leader in private investments in technology, technology-enabled and related growth industries, in a cash purchase of $185 million.

The consummation of the transaction remains subject to receipt of required regulatory approval and satisfaction of customary closing conditions as described in the agreement.

ChoicePoint had reclassified the operations of i2 as discontinued operations in the fourth quarter of 2007 as part of its previously announced strategy of divesting businesses that did not fit within its strategic focus on helping customers manage economic risks.

Merrill Lynch & Co. and Wachovia Capital Markets served as financial advisor to ChoicePoint Inc. King & Spalding served as legal advisor to ChoicePoint Inc. Kirkland & Ellis served as legal advisor to Silver Lake Sumeru.

About Silver Lake Sumeru

Silver Lake Sumeru pursues investments in middle-market technology enterprises. The Silver Lake Sumeru team applies fundamental operating experience, deep technology sector expertise, and world-class private equity skills to the investments in its portfolio. Silver Lake Sumeru is a fund within Silver Lake, a leading private investor in technology, technology-enabled and related growth industries. Silver Lake's portfolio includes or has included technology industry leaders such as Ameritrade, Avago, Avaya, AVI-SPL, Business Objects, Flextronics, Gartner, Gerson Lehrman Group, Instinet, Intelsat, IPC Systems, MCI, Mobile Messenger, NASDAQ, NetScout, NXP, Sabre Holdings, Seagate Technology, Serena Software, SunGard Data Systems, Thomson and UGS. For more information, please visit http://www.silverlake.com/ .

About ChoicePoint

ChoicePoint provides businesses, government agencies and non-profit organizations with technology, software, information and marketing services to help manage economic risks as well as identify business opportunities. Consumers have free access to the reports we create at http://www.choicetrust.com/ . Learn what we do to protect consumer privacy by visiting http://www.privacyatchoicepoint.com/ and, for more information on our company, go to http://www.choicepoint.com/ .

ChoicePoint and the ChoicePoint logo are registered trademarks of ChoicePoint Asset Company LLC.

ChoicePoint

CONTACT: Chuck Jones of ChoicePoint, +1-770-752-3594,
Chuck.Jones@ChoicePoint.com

Web site: http://www.choicepoint.com/
http://www.silverlake.com/
http://www.choicetrust.com/
http://www.privacyatchoicepoint.com/

Bally Technologies' CineReels(TM) and iVIEW Display Manager (DM)(TM) Win Slot Floor Technology Awards

LAS VEGAS, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Bally Technologies, Inc. , a leader in slots, video machines, casino management systems and networked solutions for the global gaming industry, announced today that its CineReels seven-reel widescreen stepper slot and iVIEW Display Manager (iVIEW DM) systems technology received top honors in Casino Enterprise Management magazine's (CEM) Slot Floor Technology Awards 2008 competition.

CEM's prestigious panel of gaming-industry judges included Buddy Frank, Vice President of Slot Operations at Pechanga Casino Resort; Ralph Margolis, Director of Slot Operations at Mystic Lake Casino and Resort; Chuck Hickey, Director of Slot Operations at Barona Valley Ranch Casino and Resort; and Phillip Trofibio, Vice President of Slot Operations at Motor City Casino.

Of Bally's iVIEW DM, judge Ralph Margolis of Mystic Lake Casino and Resort called it "a very, very cool and elegant approach," while judge Buddy Frank of Pechanga Casino Resort noted, "This is revolutionary and allows any game to utilize the main game screen for marketing enhancements."

"Some of the most respected names in the gaming industry have once again independently validated the superiority of our gaming products and systems technology by bestowing these prestigious awards," said Richard M. Haddrill, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bally Technologies. "These awards further demonstrate that our advanced games and systems solutions are some of the industry's most innovative."

Based on the award-winning CineVision(TM) widescreen gaming platform, Bally's new CineReels stepper product introduces the world's first seven-reel game configuration to the gaming industry. The platform's unique "micro-stepping" technology provides a new level of rhythmic game play, including another industry first: True "Reel-Stop(TM)" functionality for unsurpassed player control. After initiating a spin, a player can then tap the "Spin" button to instantly stop all the reels, thus permitting them to establish their own personal rhythm of game play.

Bally's new iVIEW DM technology allows gaming operators to present systems content on the displays of all manufacturers' gaming machines through the iVIEW processor rather than the game processor, which would require separate regulatory approvals and complex development and integration efforts.

Up to now, system-based content has been confined to either a two-line display or the 6-inch x 2-inch player display. In conjunction with technologies enabled through iVIEW Content Manager (CM)(TM) and Bally Power Bonusing(TM) products displayed through iVIEW DM, gaming operators can choose where on the game they want to display things like player name, session points, jackpots, promotional credits, casino and hotel specials and promotions, and any other systems content. The new system content display options can include the traditional iVIEW display, the main game display, the second game display, or any game display associated with the device.

About Bally Technologies, Inc.

With a history dating back to 1932, Las Vegas-based Bally Technologies designs, manufactures, operates and distributes advanced gaming devices, systems and technology solutions worldwide. Bally's product line includes reel-spinning slot machines, video slots, wide-area progressives, and Class II, lottery and central determination games and platforms. As the world's No. 1 gaming systems company, Bally also offers an array of casino management, slot accounting, bonusing, cashless and table management solutions. The Company also owns and operates Rainbow Casino in Vicksburg, Miss. For more information, please contact Laura Olson-Reyes, Director of Corporate Communications, at 702-584-7742, or visit http://www.ballytech.com/.

This news release may contain "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and is subject to the safe harbor created thereby. Such information involves important risks and uncertainties that could significantly affect the results in the future and, accordingly, such results may differ from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Future operating results may be adversely affected as a result of a number of risks that are detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update the information in this press release and represents that the information is only valid as of today's date.

- BALLY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. - Investor Contact: Robert Caller Media Contact: Laura Olson-Reyes (702) 584-7982 (702) 584-7742 rcaller@ballytech.com lolson-reyes@ballytech.com

Bally Technologies, Inc.

CONTACT: investors, Robert Caller, +1-702-584-7982,
rcaller@ballytech.com, or media, Laura Olson-Reyes, +1-702-584-7742,
lolson-reyes@ballytech.com, both of Bally Technologies, Inc.

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

Karrier Communications Settles Patent Litigation With GPS Industries, Inc.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 24 /PRNewswire/ --

GPS Industries, Inc. (GPSI) (OTC Bulletin Board: GPSN), the only provider of Wi-Fi powered, advertising enhanced GPS systems for golf facilities, resorts and residential communities and owner of golf-related GPS technology patents in 15 countries announced that it licensed its golf related GPS technology patent portfolio to Karrier Communications.

GPS Industries' exclusive licensing agent is the Dallas-based law firm Shore Chan Bragalone, LLP.

About GPS Industries, Inc.

Forward-Looking Statements

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

GPS Industries, Inc.

Joe Miller, Chief Financial Officer of GPS Industries, Inc., +1-604-576-7442, Joe.miller@gpsindustries.com

Abbott Announces Labs Are Vital(TM) Facebook Scholarship Contest WinnersSocial Media Recruitment Effort Energizes National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week

ABBOTT PARK, Ill., April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (Lab Week), Abbott today announced the winners of the Labs Are Vital(TM) Facebook Scholarship Contest. Designed to engage and recruit young people to the clinical laboratory profession, the Facebook initiative and scholarship contest proved successful, reaching 2.9 million people, including nearly 1.8 million students interested in science.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080424/AQTH038) Summary Facts: -- Labs Are Vital launched a Facebook group and scholarship contest to inform students about career opportunities in clinical lab sciences and to recruit students into the profession. -- High school and college students competed to win scholarships valued at up to $2,500 by submitting videos, advertisements, or T-shirt designs that encourage others to consider careers in laboratory medicine. -- Student scholarships were sponsored by Labs Are Vital partners American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS), Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) and Blood Systems, Inc.

Labs Are Vital is a multi-pronged, multi-year education and awareness program sponsored by Abbott that is designed to highlight the critical role laboratory professionals play in healthcare and to address the issues facing laboratories today. Clinical laboratory professionals play a leading role in monitoring health, diagnosing diseases and assessing the treatment of patients.

Because of the workforce shortage of laboratory professionals in the field, recruiting the next generation of laboratory professionals is one of the many goals of the Labs Are Vital program.

Students can visit http://www.labsciencecareers.com/ to find information on career opportunities and educational programs in clinical lab sciences.

The Labs Are Vital Facebook page continues to connect interested, career-minded high school and college students with clinical lab science students and recent graduates to learn about the benefits and challenges of the profession from their peers. Students competed for scholarships by submitting videos, advertisements or T-shirt designs that encourage others to consider careers in laboratory medicine by creatively illustrating why clinical lab science is cutting-edge and how laboratorians make a difference.

The Labs Are Vital Facebook Scholarship Contest winners include: -- Clinical Labs * Print advertisement -- This category has dual winners: Ria Crane, Irvine, Calif., and Christelle Miot, Berrien Springs, Mich. * T-shirt design -- Rachael Kim, Saratoga, Calif. -- Public Health Labs * Print advertisement -- Hannah Brewer, Prairie Village, Kan. * T-shirt design -- Jennifer Roscoe, Mundelein, Ill. -- Blood Banks * Print advertisement -- Hannah Brewer, Prairie Village, Kan. * T-shirt design -- Jennifer Nguyen, Garden Grove, Calif. The video category of the contest will remain open until May 2, 2008. Commentary on Social Media Recruitment Initiatives: Paula Garrott, Ed.M. Chair, Coordinating Council on the Clinical Laboratory Workforce Interim Director, Natural Science Division Chair and Associate Professor Emerita, Clinical Laboratory Science Department, University of Illinois at Springfield Partner, The Laboratory Consultants, Inc. of Illinois

"Leveraging Facebook's social media network was key to the success of this recruitment initiative. What better way to acknowledge Lab Week, a time of recognition for the vital contributions of medical laboratory professionals and board-certified pathologists, than by introducing the winning students who represent the future of the profession."

"Without the lab, healthcare would come to an abrupt halt. There is no substitute for qualified laboratory professionals ensuring correct tests are ordered, performed accurately, and results utilized appropriately."

Edward L. Michael Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, Abbott

"Abbott is committed to the laboratory profession, and, like our customers, we are concerned about its future. With the severe workforce shortage currently facing the lab, it's critical to inform the next generation about the exciting and life-saving work laboratory professionals perform each day that impacts patient care, safeguards public health, and protects our nation's blood supply.

Addressing Lab Workforce Shortage Through Recruitment

The average vacancy rate for staff medical technologists has increased 50 percent since 2003, according to the American Society for Clinical Pathology's (ASCP) 2005 wage and vacancy survey. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Labor estimates approximately 13,800 medical laboratory professionals will be needed every year through 2012 to fill vacant positions. Unfortunately, fewer than 5,000 professionals graduate from educational programs each year.

More than 70 percent of the objective information used to make diagnostic decisions -- which drive diagnosis and physician-prescribed treatment protocols -- is derived from the clinical lab.

Recruitment is one of many goals of the Labs Are Vital program. Others include improving the visibility of the clinical lab and demonstrating the value of the lab to the greater healthcare community. Abbott has been joined in this effort by many of the most influential professional organizations in the clinical lab arena, including: CLMA, American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS), American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technologists (AMT), American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC), Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL), AABB and International Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (IFCC).

Working together IFCC, 76 international member societies, Labs Are Vital can better address the challenges facing the laboratory today on a global scale.

With the conclusion of the scholarship contest, students can visit http://www.labsciencecareers.com/ to find information on career opportunities and educational programs in clinical lab sciences.

About Labs Are Vital(TM)

Labs Are Vital is a multi-pronged, multi-year education and awareness program sponsored by Abbott that is designed to highlight the critical role that laboratory professionals play in healthcare and to address the issues facing laboratories today. The program -- which includes a public awareness campaign, an Instrument Donation Program and a variety of Web-based resources for laboratory professionals -- focuses attention on the life-saving work medical laboratory scientists provide in diagnosing disease and improving health outcomes.

About National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week

National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (Lab Week) is sponsored by a number of professional organizations in the field and is a time of recognition for the approximately 265,000 medical laboratory professionals and 15,000 board-certified pathologists who play a vital role in every aspect of healthcare. Lab Week is held annually during the last full week of April. In 2008, Lab Week is being held April 20-26 and the theme is "Laboratory Professionals: Delivering Today's Results for a Healthier Tomorrow."

Images: Winning T-shirt and advertisement designs http://www.labsarevital.com/socialmedia/ Additional Resources: Labs Are Vital Facebook group page (http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=12659610076) http://www.labsciencecareers.com/ http://www.labsarevital.com/ http://www.ascls.org/ http://www.aphl.org/ http://www.bloodsystems.org/ http://www.clma.org/ http://www.ascp.org/ http://www.amt1.com/ http://www.aab.org/ http://www.ifcc.org/ http://www.aacc.org/ http://www.aabb.org/ http://www.abbottdiagnostics.com/ Suggested Keywords:

Labs Are Vital, social media, lab science, laboratory, clinical lab, science careers, lab science careers, scholarship, contest, labor shortage, CLS, Abbott, Abbott Laboratories, medical laboratory, med tech, clinical scientist, public health lab, Facebook, Abbott Diagnostics

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CONTACT: Don Braakman of Abbott, +1-847-937-0080

Web site: http://www.abbott.com/
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J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Despite Higher Costs for Additional Services, Wireless Customers Report Particularly High Levels of Satisfaction with Wireless Plan UpgradesVerizon Wireless Ranks Highest in Wireless Contract Customer Satisfaction in Four Regions; Alltel and T-Mobile Each Rank Highest in a Region

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Wireless customers who subscribe to plans that offer additional services such as in-network calling and unlimited text and picture messaging are typically more satisfied and exhibit greater loyalty than subscribers without unlimited plans, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2008 U.S. Wireless Contract Regional Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Study(SM)-Volume 1 released today.

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The study finds that more than 25 percent of current wireless customers purchase plan upgrades, which typically offer unlimited use of text messaging, downloads, and picture and video services for a flat rate. Overall customer satisfaction with wireless carriers is notably higher among these customers, compared with those whose plans have usage limits. On average, unlimited messaging plan customers are 33 percent less likely to switch service providers in the next year compared with limited plan customers.

"Considering that these plans seem to boost overall satisfaction as well as lower switching intent, it's not unexpected that more carriers have expanded their unlimited service plan options to include flat-rate pricing," said Kirk Parsons, senior director of wireless services at J.D. Power and Associates. "Wireless customers who are high-volume users typically benefit the most, as they are more likely to exceed their monthly plan minutes, and unlimited plans solve that issue."

Wireless carriers also benefit, as typical customers of unlimited messaging upgrades tend to spend almost twice as much on their monthly service than traditional calling plan customers, on average -- $92 versus $57, respectively.

The semiannual study measures customer satisfaction based on six key factors that impact overall wireless carrier performance. In order of importance, they are: call quality (32%); brand image (17%); cost of service (14%); service plan options (14%); billing (12%); and customer service (11%). Carriers are ranked across six regions in the United States: Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, North Central, Southwest and West.

Verizon Wireless ranks highest in four regions -- Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, North Central and West -- and performs particularly well in call quality and brand image in each of these regions. T-Mobile ranks highest in the Southwest region, while Alltel ranks highest in the Southeast region.

Study results by region are:

Northeast Region: Verizon Wireless ranks highest for a second consecutive time, performing particularly well in brand image and call quality.

Mid-Atlantic Region: Verizon Wireless ranks highest for a sixth consecutive time, performing well in call quality and brand image.

Southeast Region: Alltel ranks highest in the region for a third consecutive time, performing well in all six factors contributing to satisfaction and performing particularly well in service plan options.

North Central Region: Verizon Wireless ranks highest for a sixth consecutive time, performing particularly well in brand image, call quality and customer service.

Southwest Region: T-Mobile ranks highest for a seventh consecutive time, performing well in all six factors driving overall satisfaction. T-Mobile performs particularly well in cost of service, billing and customer care.

West Region: Verizon Wireless ranks highest, performing particularly well in billing, call quality, customer care and brand image.

Volume 1 of the 2008 U.S. Wireless Contract Regional Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Study is based on responses from 22,052 wireless users. The results are based on the two most recent reporting waves, which were conducted in September 2007 and January 2008. For more information on customer satisfaction with wireless retail sales, cell phone handsets, customer care, prepaid wireless service and business wireless service, please visit JDPower.com.

Overall Customer Satisfaction Index Rankings Northeast Region (Based on a 1,000-point scale) Provider Index Score J.D. Power.com Power Circle Ratings For Consumers Verizon Wireless 692 5 T-Mobile 682 4 AT&T 659 3 Sprint Nextel 616 2

Included in the Northeast Region are: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont.

Mid-Atlantic Region (Based on a 1,000-point scale) Provider Index Score J.D. Power.com Power Circle Ratings For Consumers Verizon Wireless 705 5 T-Mobile 697 5 AT&T 669 3 Sprint Nextel 619 2

Included in the Mid-Atlantic Region are: Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.

Southeast Region (Based on a 1,000-point scale) Provider Index Score J.D. Power.com Power Circle Ratings For Consumers Alltel 734 5 Verizon Wireless 729 5 T-Mobile 726 5 AT&T 696 3 Sprint Nextel 619 2

Included in the Southeast Region are: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.

North Central Region (Based on a 1,000-point scale) Provider Index Score J.D. Power.com Power Circle Ratings For Consumers Verizon Wireless 705 5 T-Mobile 702 5 Alltel 697 4 U.S. Cellular 690 4 AT&T 667 3 Sprint Nextel 627 2

Included in the North Central Region are: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Southwest Region (Based on a 1,000-point scale) Provider Index Score J.D. Power.com Power Circle Ratings For Consumers T-Mobile 715 5 Verizon Wireless 704 4 Alltel 701 4 AT&T 688 3 Sprint Nextel 619 2

Included in the Southwest Region are: Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.

West Region (Based on a 1,000-point scale) Provider Index Score J.D. Power.com Power Circle Ratings For Consumers Verizon Wireless 694 5 T-Mobile 690 5 Alltel 666 3 AT&T 662 3 Qwest 658 3 Sprint Nextel 617 2

Included in the West Region are: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.

About J.D. Power and Associates

Headquartered in Westlake Village, Calif., J.D. Power and Associates is a global marketing information services firm operating in key business sectors including market research, forecasting, performance improvement, training and customer satisfaction. The firm's quality and satisfaction measurements are based on responses from millions of consumers annually. For more information on car reviews and ratings, car insurance, health insurance, cell phone ratings, and more, please visit JDPower.com. J.D. Power and Associates is a business unit of The McGraw-Hill Companies.

About The McGraw-Hill Companies

Founded in 1888, The McGraw-Hill Companies is a leading global information services provider meeting worldwide needs in the financial services, education and business information markets through leading brands such as Standard & Poor's, McGraw-Hill Education, BusinessWeek and J.D. Power and Associates. The Corporation has more than 280 offices in 40 countries. Sales in 2007 were $6.8 billion. Additional information is available at http://www.mcgraw-hill.com/.

J.D. Power and Associates Media Relations Contacts: John Tews Syvetril Perryman Troy, Mich. Westlake Village, Calif. (248) 312-4119 (805) 418-8103 john.tews@jdpa.com syvetril.perryman@jdpa.com

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Nokia and Spike Lee Partner to Create the World's First Social FilmAmerica joins together to collaborate, share and explore through Nokia Productions

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nokia today announced an exciting multimedia film production with Academy Award nominated director, Spike Lee. Nokia Productions will create the world's first social film built entirely by everyday people using their mobile devices to generate and submit original content which will then be combined into one artistic multimedia film created by Spike Lee.

"The future of filmmaking is changing and mobile-generated art is fast becoming the next medium for film. In five years, I believe we will be watching films in movie theaters that have been shot on a mobile phone," said Spike Lee, director for Nokia Productions. "Today, with state-of-the-art multimedia devices like what Nokia has to offer, you are seeing first hand the democratization of film. Aspiring filmmakers no longer have to go to film school to make great work. With a simple mobile phone, almost anyone can now become a filmmaker."

The program will evolve around a central theme of humanity, specifically the way music tells the story of humanity. The film will consist of three acts each of which will include an "assignment" for participants which Spike Lee will announce throughout the program. To participate in Nokia Productions, consumers can submit their original content consisting of any combination of text, music, video or images during certain time periods between now through August 21 at http://www.nokiaproductions.com/.

Each act of the production will last for four weeks. Spike Lee will direct the collaboration digitally from the Web site, guiding and critiquing creative submissions throughout the production. There will also be online assistant directors that will personally help participants revise their entries and then repost for consideration. After each act closes, Nokia will choose the "Top 25" submissions, and visitors will vote for their favorite submission creating the "Top 10" from which Spike Lee will then choose the winning submission from each act to be integrated into the final film. Five randomly selected contestants from each act will win a Nokia N95 and the opportunity to travel to the film's premier in Los Angeles and meet director Spike Lee.

There will also be weekly giveaways including a new Nokia device and free music download cards.

"Nokia is excited about connecting people through this first of its kind social experience," said Craig Coffey, Vice President of Marketing, Nokia North America. "With Nokia technology now enabling anyone to collaborate, share and explore in order to participate in something larger than themselves opens up a world of possibilities. We encourage everyone to join with Nokia and Spike Lee to create the world's first social film production."

The final collaborative film containing the three winners' submissions along with other contributed content, will premiere this fall at the soon to open Club Nokia in Los Angeles.

About Nokia

Nokia is the world leader in mobility, driving the transformation and growth of the converging Internet and communications industries. We make a wide range of mobile devices with services and software that enable people to experience music, navigation, video, television, imaging, games, business mobility and more. Developing and growing our offering of consumer Internet services, as well as our enterprise solutions and software, is a key area of focus. We also provide equipment, solutions and services for communications networks through Nokia Siemens Networks.

Nokia

CONTACT: Nokia Americas, Media Relations, +1-972-894-4573,
communication.corp@nokia.com

Web site: http://www.nokia.com/
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Global Med Technologies(R) Selected by St. Joseph's Healthcare SystemNorthern New Jersey Center with 140-Year Quality Legacy Becomes 108th Site in Northeast Now Using Wyndgate Systems

DENVER, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Global Med Technologies, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GLOB) , an international e-Health, medical information technology company, today announced that its Wyndgate Technologies(R) division has signed an agreement to license its SafeTrace(R) donor management system to St. Joseph's Healthcare System (St. Joseph's) located in Paterson, New Jersey. SafeTrace will be used to monitor blood donations for St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center's blood bank. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

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Wyndgate's SafeTrace system will help St. Joseph's manage the volume of information needed to successfully administer a large healthcare system's blood bank, including donor scheduling, blood product manufacturing and infectious disease testing. In addition, SafeTrace will enable St. Joseph's to continue meeting the highest standards in the industry -- such as the ISBT 128 blood component labeling standard.

Wm. Scott Dustin, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Wyndgate Technologies, commented, "After careful research, St. Joseph's felt that Wyndgate's SafeTrace system was the right software fit for their organization's complex needs. St. Joseph's Healthcare System has a 140-year heritage of providing quality care to the people of northern New Jersey regardless of their ability to pay. We feel that our SafeTrace donor management system will help St. Joseph's to further this legacy by helping to streamline many of their critical processes, realize cost savings from reduced waste and help to provide quality blood products to their hospitals."

About St. Joseph's Healthcare System

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth in 1867, St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center, a private, non-profit facility, is now the hub of the multifaceted St. Joseph's Healthcare System. What began as a 12-bed hospital is now a 792-bed academic tertiary medical center and Level 2 Trauma Center staffed by more than 900 board certified physicians. Also included in the system are St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, a 120-bed state designated, full service children's hospital, St. Joseph's Wayne Hospital, a 229-bed acute care hospital, and St. Vincent's Nursing Home in Cedar Grove. From 102 patients in the first year of operation to more than 1.3 million patient visits in 2007, St. Joseph's continues to provide a comprehensive spectrum of services designed to heal the minds, bodies and spirits of those in need.

About Global Med Technologies, Inc.

Global Med Technologies(R), Inc. is an international e-Health medical information technology company providing information management software products and services to the healthcare industry. Its Wyndgate Technologies(R) division is a leading supplier of information management systems to U.S. and international blood centers and hospital transfusion centers. Each year, Wyndgate's products and services manage more than eight million blood components, representing over 27% of the U.S. blood supply. Wyndgate's products are also being used in Canada, Africa, and the Caribbean. Wyndgate's software provides Vein-to-Vein(R) tracking from donor collection to patient transfusion through its Donor Doc(TM) interactive donor health history questionnaire, ElDorado Donor(TM) and SafeTrace(R) donor management systems, to its SafeTrace Tx(R) advanced transfusion management system. Global Med's PeopleMed(R), Inc. subsidiary provides custom software validation, consulting and compliance solutions to hospitals and blood centers. PeopleMed's in-depth knowledge of Wyndgate's products and the blood banking industry results in cost-effective validation services, which leads to more efficient software implementations and upgrades for our customers.

For more information about Global Med's products and services, please call 800-WYNDGATE or visit http://www.globalmedtech.com/, http://www.peoplemed.com/ and http://www.wyndgate.com/.

This news release may include statements that constitute forward-looking statements, usually containing the words "believe," "estimate," "project," "expects" or similar expressions. These statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements inherently involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. By making these forward-looking statements, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this news release.

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CONTACT: Michael I. Ruxin, M.D. of Global Med Technologies, Inc.,
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portfoliopr.inc, +1-212-888-4570, paulh@portfoliopr.biz, for Global Med
Technologies, Inc.

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

Taser Sued for False Advertising, Unfair Competition and Injurious Falsehood

TAMPA, Fla., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Stinger Systems, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: STIY) a leader in electro-stun technology announced today that on Friday April 18, 2008, it filed suit against Taser International, Inc. in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona.

The suit arises from Taser's alleged distribution to potential Stinger customers of selected portions of an unfinished National Institutes of Justice Report, containing dated tests comparing Taser's model X-26 projectile stun gun to early versions of Stinger's model S-200 projectile stun gun. As the suit alleges, the National Institute of Justice, itself, has acknowledged receiving data regarding newer more advanced models of the S-200 rather than the version one model tested. The study was commissioned in 2005, prior to Stinger's S-200 being even a concept. The version one model of the S-200 was given in December 2006 after repeated requests by the testing university to make a comparison. The current model S-200 has had almost every aspect of the gun redesigned including cartridges, probes, wires, and circuitry. Virtually the only thing that remains of the gun tested and the current S-200 is the name and the external features.

The suit continues to allege in allegations 30 and 31, "Taser has represented and implied to customers and potential customers of Stinger that the NIJ study is final and relates to the current design of the S-200. This representation is false and injurious to Stinger. Taser knew these representations were false or acted in reckless disregard for the truth or falsity of these representations."

The suit seeks compensatory damages, punitive damages and attorneys' fees from Taser and an injunction.

Mr. Robert Gruder, Stinger's President, commented, "On February 28th of this year, Stinger's litigation counsel Ray K. Harris at Fennemore Craig, PC alerted Taser by letter to the impropriety of its continued distribution of this incomplete NIJ report to potential Stinger customers and others. Taser did not take this opportunity to discontinue and recall distribution of the incomplete report. Stinger considers the necessary filing of yet another legal action between Taser and Stinger most unfortunate. However, in my opinion, I believe that Taser appears to not want to compete on a head to head basis. Why else would they resort to this type of tactic? Stinger is happy to compete on the merits of its S-200 stun gun's advanced technologies, quality and reliability alone. As more and more law enforcement agencies across the nation compare Stinger's newest S-200 projectile stun gun with Taser's prior art X-26 projectile stun gun, more and more departments are embracing the advanced technology of the S-200."

ABOUT STINGER SYSTEMS

Stinger Systems, Inc., a leading provider of electro-stun technologies, develops and sells a broad array of products utilizing advanced electro sparc- pulsed technology to police, corrections, and security sectors worldwide. http://www.stingersystems.com/.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The forward-looking statements are based on Stinger Systems' current intent, belief and expectations. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Actual results may differ materially from these forward-looking statements because of the risks described in Stinger Systems' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Existing and prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of today's date. Stinger Systems undertakes no obligation to update or revise the information contained in

Stinger Systems, Inc.

CONTACT: Robert Gruder, Chairman and President of Stinger Systems, Inc.,
+1-866-788-6746, or info@stingersystems.com

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

NVIDIA Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Earnings Conference Call

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NVIDIA will host a conference call to discuss its financial results for the first quarter of its fiscal year 2009 on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 2:00 PM Pacific Time. The Company's prepared remarks will be followed by a question and answer period, which will be limited to questions from financial analysts and institutional investors.

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To listen to the conference call, please dial 212-231-2900; no password is required. The conference call will also be Web cast live (listen-only mode) at the following Web sites: http://www.nvidia.com/ and http://www.streetevents.com/.

The press release announcing the Company's results will be distributed over a national wire service prior to the conference call. The press release will also be posted at the Company's Web site: http://www.nvidia.com/.

Replay of the conference call will be available via telephone by calling 800-633-8284 (or 402-977-9140), passcode 21373030, until May 15, 2008. The Web cast will be recorded and available for replay until the Company's conference call to discuss its financial results for its second quarter fiscal 2009.

NVIDIA is the world leader in visual computing technologies and the inventor of the GPU, a high-performance processor which generates breathtaking, interactive graphics on workstations, personal computers, game consoles, and mobile devices. NVIDIA serves the entertainment and consumer market with its GeForce(R) products, the professional design and visualization market with its Quadro(R) products, and the high-performance computing market with its Tesla(TM) products. NVIDIA is headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif. and has offices throughout Asia, Europe, and the Americas. For more information, visit http://www.nvidia.com/.

Copyright (C) 2008 NVIDIA Corporation. All rights reserved. All company and/or product names may be trade names, trademarks, and/or registered trademarks of the respective owners with which they are associated.

For further information, contact: Michael Hara Calisa Cole Investor Relations Corporate Communications NVIDIA Corporation NVIDIA Corporation (408) 486-2511 (408) 486-6263 mhara@nvidia.com ccole@nvidia.com

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CONTACT: Michael Hara, Investor Relations, +1-408-486-2511,
mhara@nvidia.com, or Calisa Cole, Corporate Communications, +1-408-486-6263,
ccole@nvidia.com, both of NVIDIA Corporation

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Lexmark announces new version of its CAC solution for federal government customers

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lexmark International, Inc. today announced a new version of its first-to-market Common Access Card (CAC) authentication solution*, designed specifically to meet the unique security needs of federal government agencies.

CACs are issued to Department of Defense (DoD) employees and are used to verify identity and security classifications. Lexmark's CAC solution gives federal government agencies an option for enhanced network security protection for multifunction products (MFPs) by locking them so that users cannot scan or initiate workflow processes from the device without first inserting a CAC and obtaining authentication. This helps ensure that only authorized employees can access the network through an MFP and that e-mails from the MFP can be traceable to the sender rather than to a machine.

Lexmark was the first printer manufacturer to deliver this level of security for MFPs to the federal government in 2006. Since then, it has been successfully implemented across the United States and overseas in all four military services and some of the non-uniformed areas of the DoD.

Lexmark's next generation of CAC, announced today, offers more enhanced security options including: Secure/Multipurpose Internet Mail Extension (S/MIME), which allows users to encrypt and digitally sign e-mail messages sent from MFPs; a Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) login option that validates users before e-mails are sent from MFPs; and user group authentication, which gives administrators the ability to control user access to specific functions based on Active Directory group membership. All three enhancements were developed based on direct customer feedback.

"Our customers are our greatest inspiration for innovation," said Marty Canning, Lexmark vice president and president of its Printing Solutions and Services Division. "We make it a priority to understand their needs, listen to their feedback and then use that knowledge as the driver for the creation of our products and solutions."

Federal Solutions Suite

In addition to the CAC solution, Lexmark offers a complete suite of unique document management and software solutions that are specifically designed to help federal agencies meet their President's Management Agenda (PMA) and Line of Business initiatives.

PMA was announced in the summer of 2001 as an aggressive strategy for improving the management of the federal government. One primary initiative calls for an increased focus on "E-government," or electronic government, which involves increased electronic information sharing and improved electronic processes and procedures.

Lexmark's newly packaged Federal Solutions Suite makes it easier for federal employees to securely transfer and access information electronically and manage printing devices more efficiently. The suite includes Distributed Capture, Output Seat Management, Output Security and Documents on Demand solutions.

Distributed Capture

Lexmark's Distributed Capture solution makes it easy for federal employees to capture paper-based information, apply metadata and then route it electronically, minimizing time delays and maximizing information sharing. Distributed Capture allows employees to scan paper documents directly into a wide variety of destinations including electronic record management systems, case or correspondence management systems and HR personnel files, saving time, improving accuracy and allowing information to be immediately accessible across an entire agency.

Output Seat Management

Output seat management, or the processes used to manage and maintain output devices such as printers and MFPs, can be challenging across multiple locations within an agency. Lexmark's Distributed Fleet Management (DFM) services give agencies complete visibility and control of their entire distributed printing environment. DFM can be uniquely tailored for federal agencies and can automate regular maintenance requests and supplies ordering, in addition to providing detailed analysis of device usage. This analysis can help drive a comprehensive plan to optimize an agency's printing infrastructure by reducing expenses, improving productivity and significantly reducing the number of pages printed.

Output Security

As federal agencies develop more capabilities to secure their data from attack and loss, the output environment, or printers, copiers and MFPs, is often overlooked. Lexmark provides a comprehensive set of capabilities verified by the National Information Assurance Partnership to secure data. These capabilities secure the entire process from user authentication, encrypt data in motion and data at rest, and protect the network with device hardening.

Documents on Demand

Documents are essential tools in a federal agency's day-to-day operations. There may be hundreds of documents and forms used across agency organizations. These documents are created, ordered, distributed, stored and managed at a significant expense to the organization.

Documents on Demand replaces expensive pre-printed forms with intelligent bar-coded forms to automate many of the antiquated workflow processes prevalent in federal agencies today, helping customers bridge from a paper- based environment to digital processes. The result is less time spent handling paperwork and more time spent focusing on the agency's main goal, serving the citizens of the United States.

For more information about these solutions and others designed specifically for the federal government, visit http://www.lexmark.com/solutions.

About Lexmark

Lexmark International, Inc. provides businesses and consumers in more than 150 countries with a broad range of printing and imaging products, solutions and services that help them to be more productive. In 2007, Lexmark reported $5.0 billion in revenue. Learn how Lexmark can help you get more done at http://www.lexmark.com/.

Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

*This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/).

Lexmark International, Inc.

CONTACT: Emily Rardin of Lexmark International, Inc., +1-859-232-7818,
erardin@lexmark.com

Web site: http://www.lexmark.com/
http://www.lexmark.com/solutions

The color of success: How to enhance your small business by printing in color

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- A splash of color can make small businesses look like big businesses, and it may be more affordable than you think. Today's color printing is just a fraction of the cost it used to be. In honor of National Small Business Week, Lexmark International, Inc. offers the following color printing tips to enhance small businesses.

Why print in color?

Color has been shown to have a strong impact on reader perception and retention, as well as sales. Studies demonstrate that printed pages are perceived as 60 percent better in color versus black and white, readers pay attention up to 82 percent longer when color is used, and color increases recall by 60 percent. Color can also induce prospective customers to pay attention, react and buy up to 85 percent more than black and white documents(1).

Where to add impactful color

Color can change a boring, dull document into an inspiring and interesting sales or presentation piece. Besides just adding color to your documents, you can add color to labels, business cards, letterhead, brochures and many other business pieces.

How to add color -- Choose a simple palette with just a few colors. Try three colors that look good together to start. Repeat use of those colors in your documents to project a consistent and professional look. -- Use color purposefully and emphasize content that is most meaningful to your target audience or content that conveys your most important message. -- Use a few high-quality color photos to draw people into your documents and to underscore a specific theme or concept.

"Small businesses can improve their image as well as productivity by printing professional-quality color documents in-house, without the need to turn to a print shop for help," said Marty Canning, Lexmark vice president and president of its Printing Solutions and Services Division. "Lexmark offers affordable, high-quality color laser technology to meet the color printing needs of any small business."

For example, the Lexmark C530dn color laser printer is a great choice for small businesses, featuring rapid print speeds up to 24 pages per minute (ppm) in black and 22 ppm in color, built-in two-sided printing and an intuitive operator panel for simplified operation. This compact, network-ready printer is priced at $499(2).

For small businesses in need of more advanced functionality, the Lexmark X502n color laser multifunction product offers high-quality color printing combined with the ability to copy, scan and fax. Priced at $699(2), the network-ready Lexmark X502n prints at speeds up to 31 ppm in black and eight ppm in color.

Right now, small businesses can save up to 25 percent off select Lexmark color laser products(3). Visit color.lexmark.com to learn more.

For detailed information about Lexmark's full product offerings for small businesses, visit http://www.lexmark.com/smb.

About Lexmark

Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

All prices are estimated street prices in U.S. dollars -- actual prices may vary.

(1) Data cited from "Color for Impact: How Color Can Get Your Message Across or Get in the Way" by Jan V. White.

(2) All prices, features, specifications and capabilities are subject to change without notice.

(3) Savings are off Lexmark's published minimum advertised price. This offer is valid for purchases only within the U.S. on specified product models and cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion, sale or rebate. Actual prices may vary. Offer valid to end-users only. Offer valid 3/1/08 to 5/31/08. Orders received after 5/31/08 may not be accepted at this savings price. Lexmark may discontinue this promotion, with or without notice, at any time.

Lexmark International, Inc.

CONTACT: Nancy Fraley of Lexmark International, Inc., +1-859-232-3708,
nfraley@lexmark.com

Web site: http://www.lexmark.com/
http://www.lexmark.com/smb

Trina Solar Signs Long Term Supply Agreement with SILFAB S.p.A.

CHANGZHOU, China, April 24 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Trina Solar Limited (NYSE: TSL; "Trina Solar" or the "Company"), a leading integrated manufacturer of solar photovoltaic products from the production of ingots, wafers and cells to the assembly of PV modules, founded in 1997, today announced that the Company has signed a long-term polysilicon supply agreement with SILFAB S.p.A.

Under this agreement, SILFAB S.p.A. will supply Trina Solar with virgin polysilicon sufficient to produce approximately 225 MW of solar modules in aggregate over six years. Delivery of polysilicon at predetermined prices will start in the first quarter of 2010.

"This long-term supply agreement with SILFAB S.p.A. will enhance our ability to expand our operations and meet our objective of becoming a leading global PV manufacturer. In addition, we believe that this contract, which offers attractive payment terms, together with our other long-term contracts, will enhance our ability to expand our margins in the long term as the cost of solar energy approaches grid parity," said Jifan Gao, Trina Solar's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

"We look forward to developing a close relationship with Trina," said Franco Traverso, SILFAB S.p.A.'s Chairman and CEO. "We are pleased to become one of Trina Solar's key suppliers and to help them with the supply of polysilicon."

About Trina Solar Limited

Trina Solar Limited , through its wholly-owned subsidiary Changzhou Trina Solar Energy Co. Ltd, is a well recognized manufacturer of high quality modules and has a long history as a solar PV pioneer since it was founded in 1997 as a system installation company. Trina Solar is currently one of the few PV manufacturers that has developed a vertically integrated business model from the production of monocrystalline and multicrystalline ingots, wafers and cells to the assembly of high quality modules. This integrated value chain helps to ensure that high quality products can be delivered to its end customers around the globe, including a number of European countries, such as Germany, Spain and Italy. Trina Solar's solar modules provide reliable and environmentally-friendly electric power for residential, commercial, industrial and other applications worldwide. For further information, please visit Trina Solar's website at http://www.trinasolar.com/ .

About SILFAB S.p.A.

SILFAB S.p.A. is the first Italian company whose mission is the production of high quality solar grade polysilicon for the photovoltaic (PV) market. SILFAB offers superior quality of polysilicon, at Grade: 9N-, suitable for the solar cell manufacturers. SILFAB was founded in Piemonte by an expert in the renewable energy business, Franco Traverso, who has 25 years of experience in the PV sector. SILFAB's partners are leading PV product providers in Europe with a strong interest in the procurement of solar grade polysilicon.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact in this announcement are forward-looking statements, including but not limited to, Trina Solar's ability to raise additional capital to finance its activities; the effectiveness, profitability, and marketability of its products; the future trading of the securities of the Company; the ability of the Company to operate as a public company; the period of time for which its current liquidity will enable the Company to fund its operations; the Company's ability to protect its proprietary information; general economic and business conditions; the volatility of the Company's operating results and financial condition; the Company's ability to attract or retain qualified senior management personnel and research and development staff; and other risks detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the companies and the industry. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or to changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward looking statements are reasonable, they cannot assure you that their expectations will turn out to be correct, and investors are cautioned that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results.

For more information, please contact: Trina Solar Limited Sean Shao, CFO Tel: +86-519-8548-2008 (Changzhou) Thomas Young, Director of Investor Relations Tel: +86-519-8548-2008 (Changzhou) Email: ir@trinasolar.com CCG Elite Investor Relations Crocker Coulson, President Tel: +1-646-213-1915 Email: crocker.coulson@ccgir.com Ed Job, CFA Tel: +1-646-213-1914 Email: ed.job@ccgir.com

Trina Solar Limited

CONTACT: Sean Shao, CFO, +86-519-8548-2008 (Changzhou); Or Thomas Young,
Director of Investor Relations, +86-519-8548-2008 (Changzhou), or
ir@trinasolar.com, both of Trina Solar Limited; Or Crocker Coulson, President,
+1-646-213-1915, or crocker.coulson@ccgir.com; Or Ed Job, CFA, +1-646-213-1914,
or ed.job@ccgir.com, both of CCG Elite Investor Relations

Sonus Networks Schedules Conference Call for First Quarter 2008 Financial Results

WESTFORD, Mass., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sonus Networks , a leading supplier of IP communications infrastructure, today announced that it has scheduled a conference call for Thursday, May 8, 2008, at 4:45 pm Eastern time to discuss its Q1 2008 financial results.

Date: Thursday, May 8, 2008 Time: 4:45 pm Eastern To listen via telephone: Dial-in number: (800) 926 5171 International Callers: (212) 231 2902 To listen via the Internet: Sonus will host a live webcast of the conference call. To access the webcast, visit http://www.sonusnet.com/, Corporate, Investor Relations. Replay: A telephone playback of the call will be available following the conference and can be accessed by calling (800) 633-8284 or for international callers, please call +1 402-977-9140. The reservation number for the replay is 21381742. A replay of the webcast will be also available on the Sonus Networks Investor Relations website. To access the replay of the webcast, visit http://www.sonusnet.com/, Corporate, Investor Relations. About Sonus Networks

Sonus Networks, Inc. is a market leader in IP communications infrastructure for wireline and wireless service providers. With its comprehensive IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) solution, Sonus addresses the full range of carrier applications, including residential and business voice services, wireless voice and multimedia, trunking and tandem switching, carrier interconnection and enhanced services. Sonus' voice infrastructure solutions are deployed in service provider networks worldwide. Founded in 1997, Sonus is headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts. Additional information on Sonus is available at http://www.sonusnet.com/.

This release may contain forward-looking statements regarding future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual future events or results. Readers are referred to Item 1A "Risk Factors" of Sonus' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2007, filed with the SEC, which identifies important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward- looking statements. Risk factors include among others: the impact of material weaknesses in our disclosure controls and procedures and our internal control over financial reporting on our ability to report our financial results timely and accurately; the unpredictability of our quarterly financial results; risks and uncertainties associated with the Company's restatement of its historical stock option granting practices and accounting including regulatory actions or litigation; risks associated with our international expansion and growth; consolidation in the telecommunications industry; and potential costs resulting from pending securities litigation against the Company. Any forward- looking statements represent Sonus' views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing Sonus' views as of any subsequent date. While Sonus may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Sonus specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, except as required by law.

Sonus is a registered trademark of Sonus Networks, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.

For more information, please contact: Investor Relations: Media Relations: Jocelyn Philbrook Lucy Millington 978-614-8672 978-614-8240 jphilbrook@sonusnet.com lmillington@sonusnet.com

Sonus Networks

CONTACT: Investors, Jocelyn Philbrook, +1-978-614-8672,
jphilbrook@sonusnet.com; Media, Lucy Millington, +1-978-614-8240,
lmillington@sonusnet.com, both of Sonus Networks, Inc.

Web site: http://www.sonusnet.com/
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Conspiracy Entertainment and Neko Entertainment to Develop 'Cocoto Kart Racer' for the Wii

LOS ANGELES, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Conspiracy Entertainment (BULLETIN BOARD: CYPE) , a developer, publisher and marketer of interactive entertainment software in North America and Western Europe, announced today that it has entered into a development agreement with Neko Entertainment to create the widely popular Cocoto Kart Racer arcade racing game for the Nintendo Wii(TM) platform. The title is slated for release in the second quarter of 2008.

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Marco Husges, Executive Vice President of Conspiracy Entertainment, said, "In 2005, we partnered with Neko to bring to market Cocoto Kart Racer for the Nintendo DS(TM), and are excited to collaborate again on its development for the Wii. This version of Cocoto Kart Racer is sure to thrill youth audiences as Cocoto gets back into action with all his friends to race across the land of Abyss. Cocoto's zany cast of characters and their karts will be in full force as they compete among several distinct areas of the Abyss that offer an escape into a fantastically psychedelic world."

Keith Tanaka, CFO of Conspiracy Entertainment, said, "On the heels of our launch of Wii: Cocoto Magic Circus in the first quarter, we are looking forward to expand the Cocoto franchise by launching Cocoto Kart Racer for the Wii in the second quarter. Our partnership with Neko enables us to bring new titles to market quickly and continue to fill the large demand for new, interactive content for the Wii."

About Wii: Cocoto Kart Racer

The holy cauldron of Cocoto has disappeared! The Imps are in danger of loosing all their powers! Their only chance to recover them is to beat all their opponents in a series of fierce kart races to win the prize: the mysterious cauldron!

Choose your pilot among 12 lively characters from the Cocoto universe. Collect crazy bonuses and race through 5 magical and perilous worlds! Test your driving skill in various modes: Championship, Time Challenge or Multiplayer (up to 4 players) and unlock hidden bonus.

Features: -- The new Cocoto's adventure! Drive your kart on circuits full of surprises! -- 5 different worlds - Abyss, Volcano, Atlantis, Jungle and Paradise, all taken from the magical universe of Cocoto. -- 12 characters to choose from 4 good ones and 8 evils -- 12 different karts, each having its unique features -- 6 game modes About Neko Entertainment

Since 1999, Neko Entertainment has been developing video games exclusively for consoles and PC. Neko's productions are based around an evolutionary development platform for 3D consoles called the Neko Game Development Kit (NGDK). This in-house technology allows the Neko team to simultaneously develop games across all platforms and to rapidly port existing games.

Neko Entertainment is licensed to develop for the Nintendo Wii, Sony PSP, Sony Playstation 2, Nintendo DS, Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox 360, Nintendo GameBoy Advance and PC. For more information, visit http://www.e-neko.com/.

About Conspiracy Entertainment Corporation

Conspiracy Entertainment Corporation is a developer, publisher and marketer of entertainment software in North America and Western Europe. The Company develops and licenses properties from several sources, including global entertainment and media companies and publishes software for DVD media, wireless devices, personal computers and video game consoles, including those manufactured by Nintendo, Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc., and Microsoft Corporation. Conspiracy Entertainment was founded in 1997 and is based in Santa Monica, CA.

WII IS A TRADEMARK OF NINTENDO CO. Ltd. All other brands and trademarks mentioned in this release are the property of their respective owners.

Safe Harbor Statement: The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a "Safe harbor" for forward-looking statements. Certain of the statements contained herein, which are not historical facts, are forward- looking statements with respect to events, the occurrence of which involved risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements may be impacted, either positively or negatively, by various factors. Information concerning potential factors that could affect the company is detailed from time to time in the company's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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CONTACT: Media, Ted Brockwood of Calico Media Communications,
+1-503-342-8067, ted@calico-media.com, Skype & gtalk: tbrockwood, aim:
calicomedia; or Investors, Rick McCaffrey, Investors Relations,
+1-781-444-6100 ext. 625, rick@otcfn.com, both for Conspiracy Entertainment

Web site: http://www.conspiracygames.com/
http://http//www.otcfn.com/cpye

Heroux-Devtek and CGI sign 10-year contract renewal agreementTicker symbols GIB.A (Toronto Stock Exchange) GIB (New York Stock Exchange)

MONTREAL, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CGI Group Inc. (TSX: GIB.A; NYSE: GIB), a leader in information technology and business process services and Heroux-Devtek, a leading Canadian manufacturer of aerospace and industrial products, announced today that they have signed an agreement worth approximately $12 million that will see their partnership extended for an additional 10 year period.

Under the terms of the contract, CGI will continue to provide Heroux-Devtek with infrastructure management, application maintenance and desktop services.

"We have established a long-term partnership of trust with CGI, and we particularly appreciate its in-depth knowledge of both our industry and information technology. CGI has the know-how to provide us with the technological support we need to achieve our mission," stated Gilles Labbe, President and Chief Executive Officer of Heroux-Devtek.

Michael Roach, President and Chief Executive Officer, CGI, added, "We are delighted to continue our long-term partnership with Heroux-Devtek. The awarding of this contract demonstrates the confidence that Heroux-Devtek has in us as well as the excellent communication that exists between our two organizations, which ultimately allows us to adapt our services to their needs."

CGI combines robust technology management capabilities with quality processes and flexible global delivery options to create and manage technology infrastructures that address its clients' top concerns. Organizations using CGI's services are able to more easily comply with constantly evolving regulatory frameworks while controlling their costs and making judicious investments for the future.

About CGI

Founded in 1976, CGI Group Inc. is one of the largest independent information technology and business process services firms in the world. CGI and its affiliated companies employ approximately 26,500 professionals. CGI provides end-to-end IT and business process services to clients worldwide from offices in Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific as well as from centers of excellence in North America, Europe and India. CGI's annual revenue run rate stands at $3.7 billion and at December 31st, 2007, CGI's order backlog was $12.04 billion. CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB) and are included in the S&P/TSX Composite Index as well as the S&P/TSX Capped Information Technology and MidCap Indices. Website: http://www.cgi.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements

All statements in this press release that do not directly and exclusively relate to historical facts constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of that term in Section 27A of the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and are "forward-looking information" within the meaning of sections 138.3 and following of the Ontario Securities Act. These statements and this information represent CGI's intentions, plans, expectations and beliefs, and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, of which many are beyond the control of the Company. These factors could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information. These factors include and are not restricted to the timing and size of new contracts, acquisitions and other corporate developments; the ability to attract and retain qualified members; market competition in the rapidly-evolving IT industry; general economic and business conditions, foreign exchange and other risks identified in the MD&A, in CGI's Annual Report or Form 40-F filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (filed on EDGAR at http://www.sec.gov/), the Company's Annual Information Form filed with the Canadian securities authorities (filed on SEDAR at http://www.sedar.com/), as well as assumptions regarding the foregoing. The words "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "anticipate," "foresee," "plan," and similar expressions and variations thereof, identify certain of such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. In particular, statements relating to future performance are forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. CGI disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements or on this forward-looking information.

CGI GROUP INC.

CONTACT: Lorne Gorber, Vice-President, Global Communications and Investor
Relations, (514) 841-3355, lorne.gorber@cgi.com

eWorld Companies, Inc. Introduces New Technologies Arm eWorld Technologies, Inc.

LOS ANGELES, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- eWorld Companies, Inc. (Pink Sheets: EWRC) announced today that it has launched its new technologies division eWorld Technologies, Inc. eWorld Technologies was created as a joint venture with Apogee Design, Inc., a Houston based technologies company with extensive experience in virtually all areas of software engineering. eWorld Technologies will provide a wide range of services customized scripts for eWorld customers and affiliates, including streaming media services, embedded systems, micro controllers, hardware interface design, and robotics, while allowing them to choose from PHP, SQL, SOAP, AJAX, XML, C++, .NET, Java Script, or Action Script.

eWorld Technologies will also create private label versions of eWorld's Boomerang Media Station(R), which will be customized for each company's brand, can be offered to users as an "online dashboard" to a company's technology, offers customer advertising control and access to modular reporting, and provides a long list of additional customization options, all while streaming the latest online entertainment to the company's users. eWorld Technologies also boasts an impressively swift project completion rate. The company's Web 2.0 compliant software, its assigning of an experienced software engineering team to each project, and its access to eWorld's complete code base library allows eWorld Technologies to complete projects in about half the time as competing companies. To learn more about eWorld Technologies' innovative software engineering concepts and portfolio visit http://www.eworldtechnologies.net/

ABOUT EWORLDCOMPANIES, INC.

eWorld Companies, Inc. is an online marketing & advertising technologies company that develops and markets cutting edge technologies using rich media, flash, animation and 3D graphics to help individuals and businesses market and advertise on the Internet. eWorld Companies, Inc. markets and distributes these technologies through its wholly-owned subsidiary eWorld Entertainment, Inc. and its International network of Affiliates, users and strategic partners. eWorld's unique and patented Boomerang Media Station(R), named for its ability to return to the user's screen no matter what web site you visit, is a free software program that streams rich media within the actual application and remains ever-present as the user browses the Internet, offering the user one-click access to limitless entertainment experiences and convenience benefits. eWorld's WALRUS(R) system, which is downloaded along with Boomerang, continues to work in the background to provide assistance as the user searches, surfs or shops the Net, suggesting relevant topics, products and services based on the each user's browsing and searching habits. The Company's revenue model consists of six major components: (1) Advertising Revenues; (2) Affiliation Fees; (3) Affiliate Monthly Subscriptions; (4) Product Sales; (5) Technology Licensing; and (6) International Marketing License Fees.

For more information visit http://www.eworldcompanies.com/ or call (310) 471-7674.

Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements: This press release includes forward-looking statements concerning the future performance of our business, its operations and its financial performance and condition, and also includes selected operating results presented without the context of accompanying financial results which are not yet available. These forward-looking statements include, among others, statements with respect to our objectives and strategies to achieve those objectives, as well as statements with respect to our beliefs, plans, expectations, anticipations, estimates or intentions. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations. We caution that all forward-looking information is inherently uncertain and actual results may differ materially from the assumptions, estimates or expectations reflected or contained in the forward-looking information, and that actual future performance will be affected by a number of factors, including economic conditions, technological change, the integration of acquisitions, regulatory change and competitive factors, many of which are beyond our control. Therefore, future events and results may vary significantly from what we currently foresee. We are under no obligation (and we expressly disclaim any such obligation) to update or alter the forward- looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

eWorld Companies, Inc.

CONTACT: eWorld Companies, Inc., +1-310-471-7674

Web site: http://www.eworldcompanies.com/
http://www.eworldtechnologies.net/

China 3C Group Signs Exclusive Agreement with ACA (Zhuhai) Limited Company

ZHEJIANG PROVINCE, China, April 24 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- China 3C Group (BULLETIN BOARD: CHCG) , a leading retailer and distributor of consumer and business products in China, announced that the Company has signed an exclusive sales agreement with ACA (Zhuhai) Limited Company, which is a leading manufacturer of household appliances, primarily toasters and ovens, with distribution in many countries around the world.

As of April 1, 2008, China 3C's wholly owned subsidiary, Zhejiang Sanhee Electronic Technology Limited Company, has been authorized to exclusively sell ACA's products via a new counter/space in all eight of Wumart's stores in Zhejiang Province. Wumart Group is one of the leading grocery chains in China with approximately 100 stores overall and eight stores in the Huadong region of China, which includes Shanghai and the surrounding provinces.

Mr. Zhenggang Wang, CEO of China 3C Group commented, "We are pleased to enter into a relationship with ACA. This year, we intend to focus on maximizing the amount of product we sell per retail location. We are already selling other household appliances, including rice cookers, in all eight Wumart stores in the Huadong region of China and believe that by introducing new, in-demand products such as toasters and ovens to these existing retail locations, we are optimizing our sales opportunities in each retail outlet.

Furthermore, selling ACA toasters and ovens will allow us to add a strong brand name to our list of manufacturers and will also allow us to develop expertise in a new product category. As we become even more familiar with this brand's products and further solidify our relationship with ACA, our goal is to expand our sales opportunities of toasters and ovens throughout 3C's broad distribution network of 900+ retail outlets in the Eastern China region."

About China 3C

China 3C is a leading wholesale distributor and retailer operating over 900 retail outlets in Eastern China. The Company specializes in selling 3C products which include: cell phones and accessories, fax machines and printers, consumer electronics, computer and computer-related products and small home appliances. Among China 3C's primary attributes is its efficient distribution network and rapid logistics system. For more information, visit http://www.china3cgroup.com/ .

Forward-looking Statements

Certain of the statements set forth in this press release constitute "Forward looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We have included and from time to time may make in our public filings, press releases or other public statements, certain forward-looking statements. In some cases these statements are identifiable through the use of words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "plan," "project," "target," "can," "could," "may," "should," "will," "would" or words or expressions of similar meaning. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward- looking statements. In addition, our management may make forward-looking statements to analysts, investors, representatives of the media and others. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts and represent only our beliefs regarding future events, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and beyond our control. There can be no assurance that such forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and China 3C Group undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements or to announce revisions to any of the forward-looking statements.

China 3C Group

CONTACT: Bill Zima in the U.S., +1-203-682-8200 or Dan Joseph in Asia,
+86-21-6122-1077, both of ICR, Inc. for China 3C Group

The Future of Software Infrastructure is Set at TUCON(R) 08Conference Gathers Leading Architects to Explore Best Practices and New Technology Across SOA, BPM and Business Optimization

PALO ALTO, Calif., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- . TIBCO Software Inc. today announced TUCON(R) 08, the company's annual user conference, is being held April 29-May 2, 2008 at the San Francisco Marriott Hotel.

TUCON 08 will feature keynotes from global business leaders at Allstate Corp., BMC Software, The Carphone Warehouse, Citigroup and Infosys Technologies. They will discuss how they are leveraging TIBCO's software infrastructure to achieve business innovation and agility to stay ahead of the competition.

"TUCON gives you the opportunity to meet and share ideas with peers who are dealing with similar business demands. They get to learn from you and you get to learn from them," said TUCON 07 attendee, Dave Partsch with Geisinger Health System.

TUCON represents the world's largest gathering of TIBCO experts and provides a valuable opportunity to interact and learn how other companies are implementing SOA, BPM and business optimization solutions to derive maximum business value.

"We've been a long term customer of TIBCO and we still benefit from TUCON because of the rich information about TIBCO's future direction and tips on product features," said TUCON 07 attendee Jun Dong from sanofi-avantis.

TUCON 08 features: -- A choice of over 60 in-depth educational sessions across TIBCO Products and Technology including: -- TIBCO's Product and Technology Direction -- Service Oriented Architecture: From Principles to Best Practices -- Development: From Ajax to low latency messaging to standards like SCA -- Optimization: Event processing based solutions to Next Generation Analytics -- Process Improvement: Success Stories, Best Practices, and Implementation Methodologies -- A Solutions Showcase that offers a place to engage in one-on-one discussions with TIBCO product managers, professional services consultants, engineers and other experts -- More than 60 partners from 24 countries form TIBCO's partner ecosystem

"TUCON attendees are setting the standard for IT business innovation - not only within their organizations but around the world," said Ram Menon, executive vice president, Worldwide Marketing at TIBCO Software Inc. "We're proud of the fact that 99 percent of last year's attendees said they would attend TUCON again."

Users will come away with tools and techniques that make them more efficient and enable them to drive more value out of their software infrastructure.

For more information about the conference and to register, please visit: http://tucon.tibco.com/.

About TIBCO

TIBCO digitized Wall Street in the '80s with its event-driven "Information Bus" software, which helped make real-time business a strategic differentiator in the '90s. Today, TIBCO's infrastructure software gives customers the ability to constantly innovate by connecting applications and data in a service-oriented architecture, streamlining activities through business process management, and giving people the information and intelligence tools they need to make faster and smarter decisions, what we call The Power of Now(R). TIBCO serves more than 3,000 customers around the world with offices in 20 countries and an ecosystem of over 200 partners. Learn more at http://www.tibco.com/.

TIBCO, The Power of Now, TUCON and TIBCO Software are trademarks or registered trademarks of TIBCO Software Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and company names and marks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners and are mentioned for identification purposes only.

TIBCO Software Inc.

CONTACT: Philip Tree of TIBCO Software Inc., +1-650-846-8576,
ptree@tibco.com; or Bill Bourdon of Bateman Group, +1-415-602-1491,
bbourdon@bateman-group.com, for TIBCO Software Inc.

Web site: http://www.tibco.com/
http://tucon.tibco.com/

CIBER Reports Strong First Quarter 2008 ResultsRevenue Increases 14% (7% organic); EPS Increases 9%

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CIBER, Inc. , today announced its results for the first quarter of 2008, ended March 31st.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010927/CBRLOGO) First Quarter 2008 Highlights -- Record revenue of $294.5 million was $35.3 million (14%) higher than 1Q07, 7% of which was organic growth. -- Operating income of $14.9 million was 17% greater than the $12.7 million of the first quarter of 2007. -- EBITDA (see appended table) was $20.3 million, a $2.7 million (16%) increase compared to 1Q07. -- Cash Flow Provided by Operating Activities was a very strong $25.0 million versus a negative $8.7 million in 1Q07. -- Net income of $7.2 million was 9% higher than 1Q07 net income of $6.6 million. -- GAAP EPS of $0.12 per share was 9% higher than the year earlier quarter of $0.11 per share. Management Comments

"2008 has commenced very solidly, particularly in organic revenue growth, setting a new record for quarterly revenue. Strong results, especially in Europe and our US Commercial Division, contributed to first quarter strength," said Mac Slingerlend, CIBER's President and Chief Executive Officer. "We are very encouraged in the US as we begin the second quarter with headcount stability, recent wins in our Commercial and Federal Divisions and the pipelines in our ERP and our public sector divisions. We believe the momentum of our operations will counter the negative economic forces that prevail in a few of the territories in which we operate."

1Q08 Operational Highlights US Commercial Division -- Revenue in this Division increased both sequentially and year-over-year. Operating contributions grew 19% year-over-year. -- Several sizable wins, collectively approximating $175 million, many with offshore delivery participation, keyed the quarter's Commercial Division wins. European Division -- Continued headcount growth, broad demand, and the weaker US dollar all contributed to a solid quarter. Revenue increased 40% quarter-over-quarter, 22% of which was organic. Operating contribution increased 78% at the EBITA line. -- Improved results in most areas of our European operations, provided balanced growth in operating contributions and gained the highest Divisional revenue quarter in its history. State & Local Government Division -- Significant receivable collections ($9.9 million) on aged City of New Orleans receivables contributed to the quarter's strong cash flow. -- Reduction in lower margin subcontractors offset by additional consultants at better margins will help gross margins in the second quarter. Federal Government Division -- Critical first time audit approval of our Federal accounting system in mid-March opens the path to more "prime" bidding by CIBER. -- Recompete wins in the quarter helped stabilize the base of operations for 2008. CIBER Enterprise Solutions Division (CES) (US ERP) -- Wins totaling $27 million in the Oracle Practice alone in the quarter included the City & County of San Francisco, the University of Wisconsin and two universities. -- The large Pennsylvania Turnpike SAP project remains on schedule for delivery later this year. -- We continued to invest in our domestic SAP project delivery procedures, which held back operating contributions in this Division. Eastern Asia-Pacific Operations -- New work in various verticals commenced in India in the March 2008 quarter. -- Australia gained two SAP wins in the retail sector, both with VAR license participation. Pipeline and Wins Data

CIBER's pipeline (US only) at March 31, 2008 was approximately $3.3 billion, a $0.4 billion (14%) increase from year-end 2007. Wins (including Europe) were approximately $370 million for the quarter, a solid 1.25:1 book-to-bill ratio.

Balance Sheet Highlights (March 31, 2008) -- Working capital was flat with December 2007, at $174.8 million. -- DSOs on services, aided by New Orleans/FEMA collections, improved 2 days sequentially to 70 days. -- Treasury stock purchases were 800,000 shares at $5.08 per share. A new authorization to buy up to $10 million in shares was announced in February. -- The Company purchased $61 million of its convertible debentures in the quarter: at March 31st CIBER owned $84 million of the $175 million debentures, the balance of which is putable to the Company in December 2008. 2Q08 and 2008 Outlook -- Second Quarter 2008 CIBER believes the second quarter of 2008 will achieve revenue of $290-300 million and GAAP EPS of $0.13-0.15 per share. -- Fiscal 2008 The Company is increasing its fiscal 2008 revenue guidance to $1.150 and $1.175 billion (6-9% greater than 2007) and increasing its annual GAAP EPS at $0.54-0.57 (15-21% greater than 2007) per share. Conference Call and Webcast

A webcast to discuss the company's financial results and outlook will be held at 11:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, April 24, 2008 and may be heard live by visiting the Investor Relations portion of the company website at http://www.ciber.com/cbr/. To participate in the call, dial 800-218-9073 within the United States, and 303-262-2137 internationally, using the conference ID number 11111653. A replay of the conference call will be available through May 24, 2008 by dialing 800-405-2236 within the United States, and 303-590-3000 internationally, using the ID number 11111653. The replay will also be available on CIBER's website.

About CIBER, Inc.

CIBER, Inc. is a pure-play international system integration consultancy with superior value-priced services and reliable delivery for both private and government sector clients. CIBER's services are offered globally on a project- or strategic-staffing basis, in both custom and enterprise resource planning (ERP) package environments, and across all technology platforms, operating systems and infrastructures. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colo., CIBER now serves client businesses from over 60 U.S. offices, 25 European offices and seven offices in Asia/Pacific. Operating in 18 countries, with more than 8,000 employees and annual revenue over $1 billion, CIBER and its IT specialists continuously build and upgrade clients' systems to "competitive advantage status." CIBER is included in the Russell 2000 Index and the S&P Small Cap 600 Index. CIBER, ALWAYS ABLE. http://www.ciber.com/. CIBER and the CIBER logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of CIBER, Inc. Copyright(C) 2008.

Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements

Statements contained in this release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, as discussed in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. CIBER undertakes neither intention nor obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements.

CIBER, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) Three Months Ended In thousands, except per share data March 31, 2007 2008 Consulting services $244,958 $281,163 Other revenue 14,227 13,301 Total revenue 259,185 294,464 Cost of consulting services 179,878 205,120 Cost of other revenue 9,279 8,379 Selling, general and administrative expenses 55,980 64,491 Amortization of intangible assets 1,391 1,571 Operating income 12,657 14,903 Other expense, net 2,153 3,137 Income before income taxes 10,504 11,766 Income tax expense 3,939 4,589 Net income $6,565 $7,177 Earnings per share - diluted $0.11 $0.12 Weighted average shares - diluted 62,073 60,322

For the three months ended March 31, 2007 and 2008, respectively, earnings per share - basic were $0.11 and $0.12 and weighted average shares - basic were 61,520 and 60,263.

CIBER, Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) In thousands December 31, March 31, 2007 2008 Assets Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $31,717 $38,536 Accounts receivable, net 269,070 264,306 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 24,032 24,349 Deferred income taxes 9,384 11,417 Total current assets 334,203 338,608 Property and equipment, net 27,297 27,647 Intangible assets, net 475,677 480,939 Other assets 11,936 11,640 Total assets $849,113 $858,834 Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Current liabilities: Accounts payable $35,538 $33,674 Accrued compensation and related liabilities 54,837 58,901 Current portion of long-term bank debt 9,108 3,355 Other accrued expenses and liabilities 53,493 62,396 Income taxes payable 5,447 5,451 Total current liabilities 158,423 163,777 Long-term bank debt 49,810 101,458 Debentures 152,000 90,985 Deferred income taxes 31,857 34,345 Total liabilities 392,090 390,565 Minority interest 2,464 2,943 Shareholders' equity 454,559 465,326 Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $849,113 $858,834 CIBER, Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, In thousands 2007 2008 Operating activities: Net income $6,565 $7,177 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: Depreciation 2,846 3,055 Amortization of intangible assets 1,391 1,571 Other, net (19,519) 13,171 Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities (8,717) 24,974 Investing activities: Acquisition, net of cash acquired (1,365) (498) Purchases of property and equipment, net (2,218) (2,971) Net cash used in investing activities (3,583) (3,469) Financing activities: Employee stock purchases and options exercised 1,519 440 Purchases of treasury stock (5,265) (4,067) Borrowings on long-term bank debt, net 3,503 45,658 Retirement of debentures - (58,979) Other 74 113 Net cash used in financing activities (169) (16,835) Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash (204) 2,149 Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (12,673) 6,819 Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period 33,319 31,717 Cash and cash equivalents, end of period $20,646 $38,536 Selected Financial Information Unaudited Reconciliation of Non-GAAP and Segment Financial Measures I. Reconciliation of Revenue Growth Components (Quarters Ended) ($ in Millions) March 31, Foreign March 31, 2007 Organic Acquired Exchange Total 2008 Commercial $91.2 2.2 % 0.0 % 0.0 % 2.2 % $93.2 Europe 71.2 21.5 2.0 16.7 40.2 99.8 State & Local Gov. 35.5 7.0 0.0 0.0 7.0 38.0 Federal Gov. 34.1 -6.2 0.0 0.0 -6.2 32.0 US ERP (CES) 27.2 1.1 14.7 0.0 15.8 31.5 $259.2 6.9 % 2.1 % 4.6 % 13.6 % $294.5 II. Segment Operating Results Analysis For the Quarters Ended March 31, 2007 and 2008 ($ in millions) Three Months Ended March 31, 2007 March 31, 2008 % of % of Revenue By Divisions Amount Revenue Amount Revenue Commercial* $91.2 35 % $93.2 31 % Europe* 71.2 28 99.8 34 State & Local Gov. 35.5 14 38.0 13 Federal Gov. 34.1 13 32.0 11 US ERP (CES) 27.2 10 31.5 11 Total $259.2 100 % $294.5 100 % % of % of Operating Income Revenue Revenue Commercial* $7.9 9 % $9.4 10 % Europe* 3.6 5 6.4 6 State & Local Gov. 3.6 10 3.2 8 Federal Gov. 2.6 8 1.4 4 US ERP (CES) 2.0 7 1.7 5 Corporate Expense (5.6) (2) (5.6) (2) EBITA $14.1 5 % $16.5 6 % Amortization Expense (1.4) (-) (1.6) (1) Operating Income $12.7 5 % $14.9 5 % * Commercial includes India's results and domestic eliminations; Europe includes Eastern Asia/Pacific results. III. EBITDA Reconciliation to Net Income (Quarters Ended) (000's omitted) March 31, 2007 March 31, 2008 Net Income $6,565 $7,177 Income Tax 3,939 4,589 Pre-Tax Income 10,504 11,766 Other Expense, net 2,153 3,137 Operating Income 12,657 14,903 Share Based Comp. 655 769 Amortization 1,391 1,571 Depreciation 2,846 3,055 EBITDA $17,549 $20,298

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CONTACT: Jennifer Matuschek, VP-Investor Relations,
jmatuschek@ciber.com; or Diane Stoner, Media Relations, dstoner@ciber.com,
both of CIBER, Inc., +1-303-220-0100

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

SXC Health Solutions to Host Fiscal 2008 First Quarter Financial Results Conference Call

LISLE, IL, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SXC Health Solutions, Corp. announces that it will host a conference call on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the Company's fiscal 2008 first quarter financial results. A press release announcing the quarterly results will be issued at 7:00 a.m. ET that same day.

All interested parties can join the call by dialing 416-644-3427 or 1-800-814-4941. Please dial in 15 minutes prior to the call to secure a line. The conference call will be archived for replay until Thursday, May 15, 2008 at midnight. To access the archived conference call, please dial 416-640-1917 or 1-877-289-8525 and enter the reservation code 21270165 followed by the number sign.

A live audio webcast of the conference call will be available http://www.sxc.com/ and http://www.newswire.ca/. Please connect at least 15 minutes prior to the conference call to ensure adequate time for any software download that may be required to join the webcast. An archived replay of the webcast will be available for 365 days.

About SXC Health Solutions

SXC Health Solutions, Corp. (SXC) is a leading provider of pharmacy benefits management (PBM) services and healthcare IT solutions to the healthcare benefits management industry. The Company's product offerings and solutions combine a wide range of software applications, application service provider (ASP) processing services and professional services, designed for many of the largest organizations in the pharmaceutical supply chain, such as Federal, provincial, and, state and local governments, pharmacy benefit managers, managed care organizations, retail pharmacy chains and other healthcare intermediaries. SXC is based in Lisle, Illinois with locations in; Scottsdale, Arizona; Warminster, Pennsylvania; Alpharetta, Georgia; Milton, Ontario and Victoria, British Columbia. For more information please visit http://www.sxc.com/.

SXC Health Solutions, Inc.

CONTACT: Jeff Park, Chief Financial Officer, SXC Health Solutions, Inc.,
Tel: (630) 577-3206, investors@sxc.com; Dave Mason, Investor Relations, The
Equicom Group Inc., (416) 815-0700 ext. 237, dmason@equicomgroup.com; Susan
Noonan, Investor Relations - U.S., The SAN Group, LLC, (212) 966-3650,
susan@sanoonan.com

Absolute Software Highlights Customer Successes in EducationAbsolute Software's Computrace, an essential tool for IT administration and mobile security in education, is now bundled on select computers aimed at the education market

VANCOUVER, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Absolute(R) Software Corporation ("Absolute" or the "Company") (TSX: ABT), the leading provider of firmware-based, patented, Computer Theft Recovery, Data Protection and Secure Asset Tracking (TM) solutions today highlighted educational institutions using Computrace for comprehensive notebook computer management including: theft recovery, annual IT inventorying and budgeting, remote data delete and critical theft and tampering deterrence. Due to the importance of this solution for educational customers, Fujitsu recently announced a bundle of Computrace with Fujitsu notebooks designed for the education market.

"As publicly-funded institutions, a key objective for school districts using notebook and tablet computers is demonstrating accountability for the funds they spend buying and maintaining computer populations," said John Livingston, Chairman and CEO of Absolute Software. "Computrace is uniquely able to assist school district IT personnel in many of their most time-consuming and inefficient processes. Seven of America's top 15 school districts currently use Computrace to inventory computers, prevent theft and tampering and recover those computers that are lost or stolen. And, because Computrace is delivered as a service, it requires no additional expenditure on IT infrastructure like servers and IT staff. No other solution offers such comprehensive cost management and protection for school districts that are investing heavily in laptop computers for better results in the classroom."

As a recommended management tool for new school computers, computer manufacturers are taking steps to make Computrace more accessible to their education customers. Fujitsu's new education program includes a three-year Computrace subscription across a number of computer models. The bundle allows the manufacturer to pre-enable Computrace before it arrives on site at schools - so computers can be tracked right out of the box, saving time and money for school IT administrators. Other PC OEMs have also included the solution as a recommended product in their education segment sales and marketing materials.

Embedded in the BIOS of computers from the world's leading computer manufacturers, Computrace is an affordable and effective computer security and IT asset management solution.(1) Computrace protects both PCs and Macs, providing reliable visibility into every computer in the district - leading to enhanced security, simplified inventorying and regulatory compliance. Should a computer go missing, the Absolute Theft Recovery Team uses information sent via Computrace to track the computer and engage local law enforcement to physically recover it and return it to the district's staff.

By implementing Computrace across its entire 10,000+ notebook and desktop population, Kent School District in Washington State has reduced its annual inventory process from a ten person, three-month project to running a five-minute report. "We used to have ten people with barcode scanners attempting to find 10,000 computers. At best, we were achieving 70-75% accuracy in this process - and at great effort. With Computrace, we always know where our computers are. What was once a three-month process is now accomplished by running a five-minute report that is more than 99% accurate. That is accountability," Thuan Nguyen, Director of Information Technology, Kent School District.

Surrey School District, the largest school district in British Columbia, Canada, uses Computrace AbsoluteTrack across various platforms, including 6,000 PCs, 6,000 Apple desktop computers, and 800 notebook computers, to verify software license compliance, perform lifecycle management and execute and annual inventory. "AbsoluteTrack has been a great investment for our School District and saves us money in many ways: it helps keep us onside with software compliance regulations, thus preventing us from having to pay fines, and it has enabled us to automate processes that were labor-intensive and inefficient. I would strongly recommend AbsoluteTrack to any School District," said Dan Turner, Director of Information Technology, Surrey School District.

Dysart Unified School District, the fastest growing district in Arizona, uses ComputraceComplete to manage and track over 3,000 computers, including the district's fleet of notebooks. The district's Director of Information Technology Evan Allred says, "We were impressed with our first experience working with Absolute's recovery service. They literally looked after everything from the moment we let them know it was missing to the point where we could go pick it up at the Surprise (Arizona) Police Department. In the past, we wouldn't have had a chance of recovering that laptop, but the sheer speed with which it was found in this case should be a major deterrent for would-be thieves."

For more information on Absolute Software and its range of Computer Theft Recovery, Data Protection and Secure Asset Tracking(TM) solutions, please contact your district's computer manufacturer, visit http://www.absolute.com/ or http://www.lojackforlaptops.com/.

(1) For a complete list of BIOS-supported computers visit http://www.absolute.com/BIOS. About Absolute Software

Absolute Software Corporation (TSX: ABT) is the leader in Computer Theft Recovery, Data Protection and Secure Asset Tracking(TM) solutions. Absolute Software provides organizations and consumers with solutions in the areas of regulatory compliance, data protection and theft recovery. The Company's Computrace(R) software is embedded in the BIOS of computers by global leaders, including Dell, Fujitsu, Gateway, General Dynamics Itronix, HP, Lenovo, Motion, Panasonic and Toshiba, and the Company has reselling partnerships with these OEMs and others, including Apple. For more information about Absolute Software and Computrace, visit http://www.absolute.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to, among other things, the expected performance of our services and products, an increased rate of adoption of our products, and other expectations, intentions and plans contained in this press release that are not historical fact. When used in this press release, the words "plan," "expect," "believe," and similar expressions generally identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current expectations. They are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, changes in technology and general market conditions. In light of the many risks and uncertainties you should understand that we cannot assure you that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release will be realized.

(C)2008 Absolute Software Corporation. All rights reserved. Computrace and Absolute are registered trademarks of Absolute Software Corporation. Computrace U.S. patents # 5,715,174, # 5,764,892, # 5,802,280, # 5,896,497, # 6,244,758, # 6,269,392, # 6,300,863, and # 6,507,914. Canadian patents # 2,284,806 and # 2,205,370. U.K. patents # EP793823 and # GB2338101. German patent # 695 125 34.6-08. Australian patent # 699045. The Toronto Stock Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved of the information contained in this news release.

Absolute Software Corporation

CONTACT: Public Relations: Leslie Campisi, Affect Strategies,
leslie@affectstrategies.com, or (212) 398-9680 x144; Investor Relations: Dave
Mason, CFA, The Equicom Group, dmason@equicomgroup.com, or (416) 815-0700
x237

XFMedia to Release First Quarter 2008 Earnings Results on Monday, May 12, 2008

Earnings Conference Call to be Held on May 12, 2008 at 9:00 PM (New York time) (May 13, 2008 at 9:00 AM Beijing time)

BEIJING, April 24 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Xinhua Finance Media Limited ("XFMedia"; Nasdaq: XFML), a leading media group in China, today announced that it will release financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2008 on Monday, May 12, 2008, after the US markets close. XFMedia's earnings release and related materials will be available on the investor relations page of its website at http://www.xinhuafinancemedia.com/earnings .

Following the earnings announcement, XFMedia's senior management will host a conference call on May 12, 2008 at 9:00 pm (New York time) (May 13, 2008 at 9:00 am Beijing time) to discuss the first quarter of 2008 results and recent business activities.

Interested parties may dial into the conference call at (US) +1 800 510 0178 or +1 617 614 3450/ (UK) +44 207 365 8426 / (Asia Pacific) +852 3002 1672, Passcode: XFML. A telephone replay will be available shortly after the call for one week at (US Toll Free) +1 888 286 8010 and (International) +1 617 801 6888, Passcode: 68168556.

A real-time webcast and replay will be also available at: http://www.xinhuafinancemedia.com/earnings-webcast .

Notes to Editors About Xinhua Finance Media

Xinhua Finance Media ("XFMedia"; Nasdaq: XFML) is a leading media group in China with nationwide access to the upwardly mobile demographic. Through its five synergistic business groups, Advertising, Broadcast, Print, Production and Research, XFMedia offers a total solution empowering clients at every stage of the media process and connecting them with their target audience. Its unique platform covers a wide range of media assets, including television, radio, newspaper, magazine, outdoor, online and other media assets.

Headquartered in Beijing, the company has offices and affiliates in major cities of China including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Hong Kong. For more information, please visit http://www.xinhuafinancemedia.com/ .

For more information: Media Contact Joy Tsang Tel: +86-21-6113-5999 Email: joy.tsang@xinhuafinancemedia.com IR Contact Jennifer Chan Lyman Tel: +86-21-6113-5960 Email: jennifer.lyman@xinhuafinancemedia.com

Xinhua Finance Media Limited

CONTACT: Media Contact: Joy Tsang, +86-21-6113-5999, or
joy.tsang@xinhuafinancemedia.com; Or IR Contact: Jennifer Chan Lyman, +86-21-
6113-5960, or jennifer.lyman@xinhuafinancemedia.com

Mechel Announces Signing of Collaboration Agreement With VTB Bank

MOSCOW, April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mechel OAO , one of the leading Russian mining and metals companies, announces signing of a Collaboration Agreement with VTB Bank.

The Agreement represents a long-term, mutually beneficial collaboration between the Company and VTB Bank for the purpose of implementing Mechel's long-term projects and development programs.

The basis for this Agreement was established by a long, positive collaboration history between VTB Bank and Mechel OAO and the parties' mutual interest in the further development of their relationship.

As part of the work under the agreement, VTB Bank will be engaged as one of the lending institutions in financing Mechel's current and investment activities and in servicing the Company's other financial operations. It is expected that VTB Bank will act as a consultant to the Company on projects related to the improvement and development of an international and domestic settlement system and the implementation of modern financial resource management technologies to enhance Mechel's performance.

The Agreement was signed for VTB Bank by its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Andrey Kostin, and for Mechel OAO by its Chief Executive Officer, Igor Zyuzin.

"Signing the Agreement with VTB Bank is a positive step for Mechel that continues a relationship that has existed for a long time. VTB Bank is one of the leaders in its market in Russia, and our collaboration opens new opportunities in financing and crediting to help further the growth of our business. In 2007, VTB Bank gave us invaluable and timely support in our successful efforts to purchase coal assets in Yakutia. Going forward, we are confident that we can continue to count on VTB Bank to add value to our business as we continue to execute our operating strategy. We are pleased that our partners are major financial institutions, such as VTB Bank, as we believe this is evidence of Mechel's effective financial policy and reputation in the marketplace," Mechel's Chief Executive Officer Igor Zyuzin commented.

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Mechel is one of the leading Russian companies. Its business includes three segments: mining, steel, and power. Mechel unites producers of coal, iron ore concentrate, nickel, steel, rolled products, hardware, heat and electric power. Mechel products are marketed domestically and internationally.

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Some of the information in this press release may contain projections or other forward-looking statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Mechel, as defined in the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We wish to caution you that these statements are only predictions and that actual events or results may differ materially. We do not intend to update these statements. We refer you to the documents Mechel files from time to time with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Form 20-F. These documents contain and identify important factors, including those contained in the section captioned "Risk Factors" and "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" in our Form 20-F, that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those contained in our projections or forward-looking statements, including, among others, the achievement of anticipated levels of profitability, growth, cost and synergy of our recent acquisitions, the impact of competitive pricing, the ability to obtain necessary regulatory approvals and licenses, the impact of developments in the Russian economic, political and legal environment, volatility in stock markets or in the price of our shares or ADRs, financial risk management and the impact of general business and global economic conditions.

Mechel OAO

CONTACT: Ilya Zhitomirsky of Mechel OAO, +7-495-221-88-88,
ilya.zhitomirsky@mechel.com

LogicVision Establishes Presence in China With the Assignment of YOUHE Technology as China Representative

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- LogicVision, Inc. , a leading provider of semiconductor test and yield learning solutions, today announced it has expanded its sales and customer service by the addition of Shanghai Youhe Techvision Co., Ltd as manufacturer's representative for LogicVision products in China. LogicVision provides a complete silicon test methodology and infrastructure that spans SoC design and manufacturing test based on proprietary built-in-self-test (BIST) technologies for logic, memory and high-speed I/O. LogicVision's technologies enable SoC design teams to achieve single-digit DPM (defects-per-million) quality levels, accelerate time to working silicon by reducing silicon bring-up times from months to days, lower test preparation costs and reduce device test times, thus significantly improving product margins.

"YOUHE is a leader in providing SoC test services to the China semiconductor community," said James T. Healy, CEO of LogicVision. "With its extensive domain expertise and know-how, YOUHE is expected to drive the adoption of LogicVision's tools in the rapidly growing China semiconductor market, enabling companies to realize significant competitive advantage through the adoption of LogicVision's test solutions."

"The addition of LogicVision solutions to our SoC test services will enable us to provide a complete manufacturing test solution to our customers," said Kenny Song, Sales Division Director of YOUHE. "We now have a unique opportunity to combine our manufacturing test expertise and services with LogicVision's unique technology to help our customers address the increasing challenges of testing complex semiconductor SoCs."

Under the terms of the agreement, YOUHE will be able to sell the complete line of LogicVision test solutions to the China semiconductor design community. YOUHE's head office is located in Shanghai, China. For more information, please see http://www.youhe-tech.com/

About LogicVision Inc.

LogicVision provides proprietary technologies for embedded test and yield learning that enable more efficient manufacturing test of complex semiconductors. LogicVision's embedded test solutions allow integrated circuit designers to embed test functionality into a semiconductor design that is used during semiconductor production test and throughout the useful life of the chip. The company's advanced Design for Test (DFT) product line, ETCreate(TM), works together with Silicon Insight(TM) applications and Yield Insight(TM) to improve profit margins by reducing device field returns and test costs, accelerating silicon bring-up times and shortening both time to market and time to yield. For more information on the company and its products, please visit the LogicVision website at http://www.logicvision.com/

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including statements as to the Company's outlook, interest for the Company's products, and successes in adoption of the Company's solutions, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including, but not limited to, the possibility that orders could be modified or cancelled, existing customer orders may not be renewed, the ability of the Company to negotiate and sign customer agreements and obtain purchase orders, trends in capital spending in the semiconductor industry, the timing and nature of customer orders, whether customers accept the Company's new and existing products, the impact of competitive products and alternative technological advances, and other risks detailed in LogicVision's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007, LogicVision's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2007 and from time to time in LogicVision's SEC reports. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. LogicVision disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

LogicVision, Inc.

CONTACT: Susan O'Connor Fraser of Tam Communications, +1-831-439-1523,
susan@tamcom.com, for LogicVision

Web site: http://www.logicvision.com/
http://www.youhe-tech.com/