DayStar Provides Mid-Year UpdateRemains on Track for Q1 2009 Production

SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DayStar Technologies, Inc. , a developer of photovoltaic products based on CIGS thin-film semiconductor technology, today will provide a mid-year update on its progress in three major areas: mini-module development, the scale-up of its CIGS deposition process and its build-out of the production line for commercial shipments. Dr. Stephan DeLuca, the company's CEO, will also discuss his new organization and take questions from investors in a conference call at 2pm Pacific time.

To listen to the call, dial 210-839-8501 approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the call. The pass code is DayStar. The conference call will be available via a live webcast on the investor relations section of the DayStar website at http://www.daystartech.com/. Access the web site 15 minutes prior to the start of the call to download and install any necessary audio software. An archived webcast replay will be available on the web site for 12 months. A taped replay will be made available approximately one hour after the conclusion of the call and will remain available for one week. To access the replay, dial 402-280-9982.

Mini-Module Development

The company has progressed from the initial task of proving the CIGS deposition process to development of the monitoring and control systems required for the anticipated scale-up of the process. DayStar has successfully developed these systems to the point at which it now believes it has effective control over the reactive sputtering process, a key milestone in the scale-up process of "Big Baby," its initial manufacturing line.

Engineering the Scale-up

The initial tests on Big Baby have gone well, and the films made from it have been well within the uniformity specifications the company originally set. "The results of the three significant tests we have run give us confidence that the basic structure of our tool design is sound, so we have released the tool design to begin fabrication of our production CIGS deposition tool," said Dr. DeLuca. "We believe we are on track to have our first production line up and running in the first quarter of 2009. We continue to expect the first production CIGS chambers to arrive in September of this year," he said.

Building the Commercial Production Line

DayStar's factory in Newark, Calif. is undergoing its initial fit-up, and the company expects this process to be completed in time to receive the initial production tools in September. Purchasing of the major tools for the production line is well under way, and the company has also engaged vendors to design and implement the automation systems required for high throughput operation.

"Although we will not give financial guidance today, I would like to point out that as we build out our factory, there will be significant costs involved that will affect our balance sheet, as we have discussed before. We will go into more detail on this in our second quarter financial results conference call in early August," Dr. DeLuca Said.

Organizational Structure

During DayStar's transition from a development stage company to an early-stage commercial manufacturing company, the company has flattened its organization, promoted from within and hired a group of highly qualified managers at the director and senior director level. "These changes were necessary to bring us through our transition as we build an organization focused on attaining manufacturing excellence," Dr. DeLuca said. "The additions of Ratson Morad as president and COO, and Bill Steckel as CFO, give us the foundation we need to take the technology we have developed and move us into commercial production. I am very proud of my entire management team," he said.

About DayStar Technologies, Inc.

DayStar Technologies, Inc. is engaged in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of photovoltaic products based upon CIGS thin film semiconductor technology. For more information, visit the DayStar website at http://www.daystartech.com/.

Forward Looking Statement

Certain statements contained in this press release, including, without limitation, statements regarding expectations of further technological development as well as, timing and ability to scale to production capacity and complete the build out of a production facility and other statements contained herein regarding matters that are not historical facts, are "forward-looking" statements (as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). These statements are only predictions based on assumptions that are believed to be reasonable at the time they are made and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those factors discussed in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-KSB filed with the SEC on March 31, 2008 as well as other forms filed with the SEC. You should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements in this press release, and we disavow any obligation to update or supplement those statements in the event of any changes in the facts, circumstances, or expectations that underlie those statements.

DayStar Technologies, Inc.

CONTACT: Deborah Stapleton of Stapleton Communications Inc.,
+1-650-470-0200, Deb@stapleton.com, for DayStar Technologies, Inc.

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

Mattson Technology, Inc. Revises Second Quarter Guidance

FREMONT, Calif., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mattson Technology, Inc. , a leading supplier of advanced process equipment used to manufacture semiconductors, today revised its previously announced second quarter 2008 guidance (quarter ended June 29, 2008). The Company's revised guidance reflects a protracted weakness in the overall semiconductor market that has resulted in lower shipments to some of its major memory customers.

Based on preliminary information, second quarter revenue excluding royalty income is expected to be approximately $35 million, as compared to the previously announced guidance of $40 to $42 million. The Company cited continuing weakness in the memory market, which caused delays of systems shipments to certain customers' fabrication plants. In addition, lower production levels at customers' fabrication plants have also caused spares and service sales to be less than had been anticipated.

Gross margins are expected to be approximately 34 percent, as compared to the previous guidance of 39 to 41 percent. The decline in gross margin is primarily attributable to under absorption in the Company's factories resulting from lower revenue. The shift in the Company's product and distribution mix caused by the push-outs and lower spares revenue further impacted gross margins.

Losses excluding royalty income and previously announced restructuring and severance expenses are expected to be between ($0.26) to ($0.24) per share, as compared to previous guidance of ($0.17) to ($0.10) per share. Second quarter royalty income from Dainippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (DNS) is expected to be $6.4 million. Restructuring and severance expenses are expected to be approximately $0.9 million. On a GAAP basis, losses including royalty income, restructuring and severance expenses are expected to be between ($0.15) and ($0.13) per share.

David L. Dutton, President and CEO, noted, "The semiconductor capital equipment industry is experiencing a protracted weakness in the memory markets. Accordingly, we are reducing our cost structure in selected support organizations through our recently announced reduction in force, and implementation of additional cost savings initiatives." Dutton concluded, "None of our revenue shortfall was attributable to competitive losses. We continue to invest in new products and growth initiatives in anticipation of improved market conditions. Specifically, Mattson is expanding into the etch market with innovative products targeting high volume dielectric etch applications, and is also expanding into the millisecond annealing and thermal oxidation markets."

Mattson will release second quarter earnings after the market close on Wednesday, July 23, 2008. The Company will hold a conference call on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 beginning at 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time/5:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The call will be available to all interested listeners via an audio webcast that can be accessed through Mattson's website http://www.mattson.com/ under the Investors section. A replay of the conference call will be available on Mattson's website for one week following the live broadcast.

"Safe Harbor" Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This news release contains forward-looking statements regarding the Company's future prospects, including, but not limited to: anticipated bookings, revenue, margins, earnings per share, market share, tax rate and fully diluted shares outstanding for future periods. Forward-looking statements address matters that are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that can cause actual results to differ materially. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: end-user demand for semiconductors; customer demand for semiconductor manufacturing equipment; the timing of significant customer orders for the Company's products; customer acceptance of delivered products and the Company's ability to collect amounts due upon shipment and upon acceptance; the Company's ability to timely manufacture, deliver and support ordered products; the Company's ability to bring new products to market and to gain market share with such products; customer rate of adoption of new technologies; risks inherent in the development of complex technology; the timing and competitiveness of new product releases by the Company's competitors; the Company's ability to align its cost structure with market conditions; and other risks and uncertainties described in the Company's Forms 10-K, 10-Q and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Results for the current quarter are preliminary and subject to adjustment. The Company assumes no obligation to update the information provided in this news release.

About Mattson Technology, Inc.

Mattson Technology, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets semiconductor wafer processing equipment used in the fabrication of integrated circuits. The Company is a leading supplier of dry strip and rapid thermal processing equipment to the global semiconductor industry. Its strip and RTP equipment utilize innovative technology to deliver advanced processing performance and productivity gains to semiconductor manufacturers worldwide for the fabrication of current- and next-generation devices. Mattson is expanding into the etch market with innovative products targeting high volume dielectric etch applications, and is also expanding into the millisecond annealing and thermal oxidation markets. The Company expects that entry into these new markets will enhance its technical leadership and deliver revenue and profitability gains. Mattson was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Fremont, California. For more information, please contact Mattson Technology, Inc., 47131 Bayside Parkway, Fremont, Calif. 94538. Telephone: (800) MATTSON/(510) 657-5900. Fax: (510) 492-5911. Internet: http://www.mattson.com/.

Mattson Technology Contact Investor & Media Contact Andrew J. Moring Laura Guerrant Mattson Technology, Inc. Guerrant Associates tel 510-492-6530 tel 808-882-1467 fax 510-492-5963 fax 808-882-1267 andy.moring@mattson.com lguerrant@guerrantir.com

Mattson Technology, Inc.

CONTACT: Andrew J. Moring of Mattson Technology, Inc., +1-510-492-6530,
fax, +1-510-492-5963, andy.moring@mattson.com; or Investors & Media, Laura
Guerrant of Guerrant Associates, +1-808-882-1467, fax, +1-808-882-1267,
lguerrant@guerrantir.com, for Mattson Technology, Inc.

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

California Micro Devices to Present June Quarter Financial Results

MILPITAS, Calif., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- California Micro Devices will hold a conference call on Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time to present the financial results for its first fiscal quarter of fiscal year 2009, which ended on June 30, 2008.

Live Webcast and Phone Access

The conference call may be accessed via live webcast by connecting to the company's Investor Relations link at http://www.cmd.com/. It may also be accessed by phone within the USA by dialing 800-218-0204. International parties may gain access by dialing 303-262-2130. No password is necessary. A replay of the conference call will be available on the company's Investor Relations link at http://www.cmd.com/ beginning at approximately 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time on July 22, 2008 and continuing for one year.

About California Micro Devices Corporation

California Micro Devices Corporation is a leading supplier of application specific analog and mixed signal semiconductor products for the mobile handset, digital consumer electronics and personal computer markets. Key products include protection devices for mobile handsets, digital consumer electronics products such as digital TVs, and personal computers as well as analog and mixed signal ICs for mobile handset displays. Detailed corporate and product information may be accessed at http://www.cmd.com/.

California Micro Devices Corporation

CONTACT: Kevin Berry, Chief Financial Officer of California Micro
Devices Corporation, +1-408-934-3144, kevinb@cmd.com

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

Autodesk and Bentley to Advance AEC Software Interoperability

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. and EXTON, Pa., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- At a joint press conference, Autodesk, Inc. and Bentley Systems, Incorporated, two of the leading providers of design and infrastructure software, today announced an agreement to expand interoperability between their portfolios of architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) software. Autodesk and Bentley will exchange software libraries, including Autodesk RealDWG, to improve the ability to read and write the companies' respective DWG and DGN formats in mixed environments with greater fidelity. In addition, the two companies will facilitate work process interoperability between their AEC applications through supporting the reciprocal use of available Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). With this agreement, the companies aim to improve AEC workflows by enabling broader reuse of information generated during the design, construction, and operation of buildings and infrastructure, and by enhancing the ability of project teams to choose among multiple software sources.

Interoperability has emerged as a critical issue for users of design and engineering software. A 2004 study by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology found that users bear direct costs of almost $16 billion annually from time wasted due to inadequate AEC software interoperability. By virtue of this agreement, and the interoperable offerings that it will enable, AEC firms will be free to employ software tools of choice from either Autodesk or Bentley to accept or submit either DWG or DGN files. By improving fidelity of work shared between the two file formats, users will be able to focus on being creative and getting work done, rather than being constrained by file-compatibility considerations.

Through supporting the reciprocal use of their available APIs, Autodesk and Bentley will enable AEC project teams to combine products from both providers within integrated workflows. For instance, a design team could use a mixture of Autodesk and Bentley software, such as Autodesk's Revit platform and Bentley's STAAD and RAM structural products, and simulate and analyze their designs or manage project information using Autodesk NavisWorks software or Bentley's ProjectWise.

Norbert Young, FAIA, president of McGraw-Hill Construction and former chairman of the International Alliance for Interoperability in North America, said, "This groundbreaking agreement directly addresses many of the critical issues detailed in the October 2007 McGraw-Hill Construction study on interoperability in the construction industry (http://construction.ecnext.com/mcgraw_hill/includes/SMRI.pdf). I applaud both companies for their foresight and leadership."

Added Patrick MacLeamy, FAIA, CEO of global architectural firm HOK and a founder and current chairman of the International Alliance for Interoperability (IAI), "As a longtime advocate of interoperability, I welcome this agreement as an important step toward enabling AEC information to be more broadly shared, increasing the value of BIM to our clients."

"Autodesk recognizes that many customers use our products in mixed environments, and this agreement will help to better support these firms," said Jay Bhatt, senior vice president, Autodesk AEC Solutions. "As part of our commitment to provide technology that improves productivity and efficiency across the AEC industry, we're pleased to enter into this agreement with Bentley Systems -- Autodesk's largest development partner -- and together help customers design, build, operate, and maintain the world's infrastructure."

"Bentley and Autodesk share a goal of enabling the creation and operations of better-performing infrastructure," said Greg Bentley, CEO of Bentley Systems. "Realizing that our mutual users bear unnecessary costs resulting from lack of interoperability, we came together to finally make information reuse the norm. By raising its sights beyond file format issues, the resource- constrained AEC community can better serve us all."

About Bentley Systems, Incorporated

Bentley is the global leader dedicated to providing comprehensive software solutions for sustaining infrastructure. Architects, engineers, constructors, and owner-operators are indispensable in improving our world and our quality of life; the company's mission is to improve the performance of their projects and of the assets they design, build, and operate. Bentley sustains the infrastructure professions by helping to leverage information technology, learning, best practices, and global collaboration -- and by promoting careers devoted to this crucial work.

Founded in 1984, Bentley has more than 2,800 colleagues, offices in more than 50 countries, annual revenues surpassing $500 million, and since 1993, has invested more than $1 billion in research, development, and acquisitions. Nearly 90 percent of the Engineering News-Record Top Design Firms are Bentley subscribers, and a 2008 Daratech study ranked Bentley as the world's #2 provider of geospatial software solutions. For additional information about Bentley, visit http://www.bentley.com/.

About Autodesk

Autodesk, Inc. is the world leader in 2D and 3D design software for the manufacturing, building and construction, and media and entertainment markets. Since its introduction of AutoCAD software in 1982, Autodesk has developed the broadest portfolio of state-of-the-art digital prototyping solutions to help customers experience their ideas before they are real. Fortune 1000 companies rely on Autodesk for the tools to visualize, simulate and analyze real-world performance early in the design process to save time and money, enhance quality and foster innovation. For additional information about Autodesk, visit http://www.autodesk.com/.

Autodesk, AutoCAD, DWG, Revit, and NavisWorks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., in the USA and/or other countries. Bentley, the "B" Bentley logo, STAAD, RAM, and ProjectWise are either registered or unregistered trademarks or service marks of Bentley Systems, Incorporated or one of its direct or indirect wholly owned subsidiaries. All other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050415/SFF034LOGO) Press Contacts: FOR BENTLEY: Ron Kuhfeld +1 610 321 6493 ron.kuhfeld@bentley.com FOR AUTODESK: Noah Cole +1 415 200 6310 noah.cole@autodesk.com

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CONTACT: Noah Cole of Autodesk, Inc., +1-415-200-6310,
noah.cole@autodesk.com; or Ron Kuhfeld of Bentley Systems, Incorporated,
+1-610-321-6493, ron.kuhfeld@bentley.com

Web site: http://www.autodesk.com/
http://www.bentley.com/

ARRIS Provides Update to Second Quarter 2008 Guidance

SUWANEE, Ga., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ARRIS , a global technology leader in advanced cable telephony and broadband access equipment, next generation equipment for high-speed data and video applications, and operations software solutions, today provided an update to second quarter guidance.

The Company now anticipates that revenues for the second quarter will be below previous guidance, that GAAP and non-GAAP earnings per share will be at or near the lower end of previous guidance and that bookings and backlog will be much improved as compared to the first quarter. Specifically, revenues in the second quarter 2008 are expected to be in the range of $278 to $280 million. The Company also anticipates a sequential increase in order backlog and estimates book-to-bill ratio for the second quarter to be approximately 1.20.

"Our revised guidance for the second quarter is primarily driven by maturing demand for EMTAs as well as for plant extension and installation equipment," said Bob Stanzione, ARRIS Chairman & CEO. "On the positive side, our CMTS demand continued to be strong and we expect to report improved gross margins as compared to the first quarter. Also, strong order input, particularly for our next generation DOCSIS 3.0 equipment, indicates significant improvement in the third quarter and beyond."

Detailed revenue and earnings guidance for the third quarter 2008 and additional comments on the remainder of 2008 will be disclosed when the Company formally releases second quarter results after the market close on July 30, 2008.

ARRIS management will conduct a conference call at 5:00pm EDT, today, Tuesday, July 8, 2008, to discuss this announcement in detail. You may participate in this conference call by dialing (866) 356-4441 or (617) 597-5396 for international calls prior to the start of the call and providing the ARRIS Group, Inc. name, conference passcode 43265042 and Jim Bauer as the moderator. Please note that ARRIS will not accept any calls related to this release until after the conclusion of the 5:00pm EDT conference call. A replay of the conference call can be accessed approximately two hours after the call through July 15, 2008 by dialing (888) 286-8010 or (617) 801-6888 for international calls and using the passcode 64426745. A replay also will be made available for a period of 12 months following the conference call on ARRIS' website at http://www.arrisi.com/ .

ARRIS is a global communications technology company specializing in the design, engineering and supply of technology supporting triple and quad-play broadband services for residential and business customers around the world. The company supplies broadband operators with the tools and platforms they need to deliver reliable telephony, demand driven video, next-generation advertising and high-speed data services. ARRIS products expand and help grow network capacity with access and outside plant construction equipment, reliably deliver voice, video and data services and assure optimal service delivery for end customers. Headquartered in Suwanee, Georgia, USA, ARRIS has R&D centers in Atlanta, Chicago, Beaverton, State College, Wallingford, Ireland and China, and operates support and sales offices throughout the world. Information about ARRIS products and services can be found at http://www.arrisi.com/ .

Forward-looking statements: Statements made in this press release, including those related to:

-- Revenue, gross margin, net income per share, orders, order backlog and book-to-bill ratio;

-- the outlook for the remainder of 2008; -- the general market outlook and acceptance of ARRIS products; and -- the timing of improvements in industry conditions

are forward-looking statements. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in these statements. Among other things,

-- projected results for the second quarter 2008 as well as the general outlook for 2008 and beyond are based on preliminary estimates, assumptions and projections that management believes to be reasonable at this time, but are beyond management's control;

-- because the market in which ARRIS operates is volatile, actions taken and contemplated may not achieve the desired impact relative to changing market conditions and the success of these strategies will be dependent on the effective implementation of those plans while minimizing organizational disruption;

-- several of the substantial participants in our industry, including some of our customers are in a weakened financial condition which could directly or indirectly cause a reduced demand for our products or other unexpected consequences, additionally, we cannot be certain if or when the general uncertainty in our industry will stabilize or improve.

In addition to the factors set forth elsewhere in this release, other factors that could cause results to differ from current expectations include: the uncertain current economic climate and its impact on our customers' plans and access to capital; the impact of rapidly changing technologies; the impact of competition on product development and pricing; the ability of ARRIS to react to changes in general industry and market conditions including regulatory developments; rights to intellectual property, market trends and the adoption of industry standards; and consolidations within the telecommunications industry of both the customer and supplier base. These factors are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of risks and uncertainties that may affect the Company's business. Additional information regarding these and other factors can be found in ARRIS' reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 and its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update publicly or otherwise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

ARRIS

CONTACT: Jim Bauer, Investor Relations, of ARRIS, +1-678-473-2647,
jim.bauer@arrisi.com

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

Ener1 to Present at Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference, New York

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ener1, Inc. , an energy storage solutions company, today announced that Jerry Herlihy, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference in New York City on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at 9:30 AM EDT. Presentation slides will be available on-line at http://www.ener1.com/ by 8:00 AM EDT on Wednesday, July 9, 2008. Collins Stewart will host a webcast of the presentation live and by replay at http://www.wsw.com/webcast/clst/hev/ . The replay will be available for 90 days following the conference. The presentation can also be accessed at http://www.ener1.com/ by clicking on the link for this webcast.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080312/CLW018LOGO ) About Ener1, Inc.

Ener1, Inc. is an energy storage solutions company that is developing and commercializing advanced, high-performance safe lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries for hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in HEVs (PHEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs). Ener1 is also developing commercial fuel cell products through its EnerFuel subsidiary and nanotechnology-based materials and manufacturing processes for batteries and other applications through its NanoEner subsidiary. For more information, visit http://www.ener1.com/ and http://www.enerdel.com/ or call (212) 920-3500.

About Collins Stewart

Collins Stewart plc is a leading independent investment banking group with offices in 12 geographies worldwide including; London, New York, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Dublin, Paris, Geneva, Singapore, Tel Aviv, Mumbai and Tokyo. With over 700 employees, the Group is organised around four operational divisions; advisory, capital markets, securities and wealth management. All are serviced by Collins Stewart's unique research tool, Quest(TM). Collins Stewart is the top fundraiser on London's Alternative Investment Market (AIM), raising pounds Sterling 1.3 billion in 2007. The Group's Wealth Management division manages and advises in excess of pounds Sterling 4 billion of assets and is the largest investment manager and stockbroker in the Channel Islands. Through it's advisory division, Collins Stewart is one of the leading independent corporate finance firms in Europe. http://www.collinsstewart.com/

The above description of Collins Stewart is communicated by Collins Stewart Europe Limited, a company authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Services Authority, which has its principal place of business at 25 the North Colonnade, London, E14 5HS.

Contact Rachel Carroll VP Corporate Communications P: 212 920 3500*105 E: rcarroll@ener1.com

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CONTACT: Rachel Carroll, VP Corporate Communications of Ener1, Inc.,
+1-212-920-3500 ext. 105, rcarroll@ener1.com

Web site: http://www.ener1.com/
http://www.enerdel.com/
http://www.collinsstewart.com/
http://www.wsw.com/webcast/clst/hev

Anixter International Announces Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call

GLENVIEW, Ill., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Anixter International Inc. , a leading global distributor of communication products, electrical and electronic wire & cable and a leading distributor of fasteners and other small parts ("C" Class inventory components) to Original Equipment Manufacturers, today announced that it will report final results for the second quarter of 2008 on Tuesday, July 22, 2008, and broadcast a conference call to discuss these results at 9:30 am central time.

The call will be Webcast by CCBN and can be accessed at Anixter's Website at http://www.anixter.com/webcasts. The Webcast also will be available over CCBN's Investor Distribution Network to both institutional and individual investors. Individual investors can listen to the call through CCBN's individual investor center at http://www.companyboardroom.com/, or by visiting any of the investor sites in CCBN's Individual Investor Network (such as America Online's Personal Finance Channel and Fidelity.com). Institutional investors can access the call via CCBN's password-protected event management site, StreetEvents (http://www.streetevents.com/). The Webcast will be archived on all of these sites for 30 days.

About Anixter

Anixter International is a leading global distributor of communication products, electrical and electronic wire & cable and a leading distributor of fasteners and other small parts ("C" Class inventory components) to Original Equipment Manufacturers. The company adds value to the distribution process by providing its customers access to 1) innovative inventory management programs, 2) more than 400,000 products and over $1 billion in inventory, 3) 218 warehouses with more than 6 million square feet of space, and 4) locations in 249 cities in 49 countries. Founded in 1957 and headquartered near Chicago, Anixter trades on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AXE.

Additional information about Anixter is available on the Internet at

http://www.anixter.com/

Anixter International Inc.

CONTACT: Dennis Letham, Chief Financial Officer of Anixter International
Inc., +1-224-521-8601; or Investor Inquiries, Chris Kettmann of Ashton
Partners, +1-312-553-6716, for Anixter International Inc.

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

Gamecorp announces new U.S. trading symbol

TORONTO, July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gamecorp Ltd. (CNQ: GAME, OTCBB: ETIFF) ("Gamecorp" or the "Company") announces that the NASDAQ has approved the necessary documentation to process the Company's one-for-ten share consolidation and its name change from "Eiger Technology, Inc." to "Gamecorp Ltd.". The NASDAQ has allocated a new trading symbol "GAIMF" to replace the existing symbol "ETIFF". The new symbol and reverse split of Gamecorp common stock will be effective at the NASDAQ open of business on July 9, 2008.

Gamecorp Ltd., headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, is a public company that trades under the symbol GAME on the Canadian Trading and Quotation System Inc. and under the symbol ETIFF on the Over the Counter Bulletin Board. For more information please call (416) 477-5656 or refer to http://www.sedar.com/.

The management of the company, who take full responsibility for its content, prepared this press release. The Canadian Trading and Quotation System Inc. has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. This press release contains forward-looking statements relating to future events and results that are based on Gamecorp's current expectations. These statements involve risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, Gamecorp's ability to successfully develop and market its products, consumer acceptance of such products, competitive pressures relating to price reductions, new product introductions by third parties, technological innovations, and overall market conditions. Consequently, actual events and results in future periods may differ materially from those currently expected.

For more information contact: John G. Simmonds Gamecorp Ltd. Telephone: (416) 477-5656, Ext. 301

Gamecorp Ltd.

CONTACT: John G. Simmonds, Gamecorp Ltd., Telephone: (416) 477-5656, Ext.
301

New Look and Feel to Ticketmaster.comTicketmaster to launch updated Web site in July

WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif., July 8 /PRNewswire/ --

-- Ticketmaster, an operating business of IAC , today announced it will update Ticketmaster.com with a new look and feel in mid July. -- Enhancements were primarily driven by visitor feedback to the Ticketmaster.com site. -- Site enhancements include: o Wider Site: The site is widening from 770 pixels to 1000 pixels. This allows for larger font sizes, increased space in between modules, and general improvements in readability and user experience. o New Colors: New site colors reflect a fresh and modern palette and also include a unique color scheme for each event category. o Updated Top Navigation: A simplified top level navigation promotes focus on Search, the Change Location module and the four major event categories. Each category tab has a drop down menu containing popular events. o Left-hand navigation: The homepage and each major event category page will be enhanced and include the most relevant and popular events in each market -- A preview of the enhanced site can be seen at: http://www.ticketmaster.com/sneakpeek2008 -- Additional user-experience enhancements are planned for Ticketmaster.com during the ensuing 12 month period.

"We are excited to give Ticketmaster.com a fresh new look and feel," said Kip Levin, vice president, Product Development for Ticketmaster. "The new site makes it easier for fans to connect to what they are looking for and for people to find ideas across the approximately 70,000 live events we have on-sale at any given time."

Related Links http://www.ticketmaster.com/ About Ticketmaster

As the world's leading live entertainment ticketing and marketing company, Ticketmaster connects the world to live entertainment. Ticketmaster operates in 20 global markets, providing ticket sales, ticket resale services, marketing and distribution through http://www.ticketmaster.com/, one of the largest e-commerce sites on the Internet; approximately 6,700 retail outlets; and 21 worldwide call centers. Established in 1976, Ticketmaster serves more than 10,000 clients worldwide across multiple event categories, providing exclusive ticketing services for leading arenas, stadiums, professional sports franchises and leagues, college sports teams, performing arts venues, museums, and theaters. In 2007, the company sold more than 141 million tickets valued at over $8.3 billion on behalf of its clients. Ticketmaster is headquartered in West Hollywood, California and is an operating business of IAC .

Ticketmaster

CONTACT: Albert Lopez of Ticketmaster, +1-310-360-2602,
Albert.Lopez@Ticketmaster.com

Exobox Launches New Web Site

HOUSTON, July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Exobox Technologies Corp. (Pink Sheets: EXBX) is pleased to announce the launching of its new, updated website, http://www.exobox.com/. The redesigned web site is a departure from the company's previous layout and is more in line with the design and palette of the company's new corporate marketing materials.

"This updated website will allow for Exobox to more effectively communicate the progress made in bringing our technology to the market," said Robert Dillon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Exobox Technologies Corp. "We are delighted to have a modern and user friendly website that should help us to keep our shareholders better informed about the Company's business."

Enhancements to the web site include: Improved Navigation

Web pages are now organized in intuitive and consistent ways, making it easier for visitors to browse various areas or to quickly jump to specific areas of interest.

Improved Look and Feel

Enhanced graphics and the new page layouts provide visitors with an improved user experience, highlighting the creative aspects of our company and technology, as well as access to key information.

Added Resources

The new areas will provide visitors with more in depth access to company information, media interviews with management, information for investors, easily downloadable access to our SEC filings, and many other helpful links.

About Exobox Technologies Corp.

Exobox Technologies Corp., headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a network and end point security development and licensing company that owns patented and patent-pending technology it believes can address the serious and growing need in the computer market for a reliable, efficient and effective network and end point security system. Visit http://www.exobox.com/ for more information.

Contact: Exobox Technologies Corp. Tim Lee (541) 832-2888 (800) 460-8887 ir@exobox.com

Exobox Technologies Corp.

CONTACT: Tim Lee of Exobox Technologies Corp., +1-541-832-2888, or
1-800-460-8887, ir@exobox.com

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

International Game Technology Completes Acquisition of Cyberview Technology, Inc.

RENO, Nev., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- International Game Technology announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, IGT, has completed the previously announced purchase of substantially all of the assets of Cyberview Technology, Inc. The acquisition was approved by Cyberview's shareholder on July 4.

In addition, IGT said that it has executed the also previously announced license agreement with Cyberview. That agreement provides IGT access to certain Cyberview patents and technology not included in the asset purchase.

International Game Technology (http://www.igt.com/) is a global company specializing in the design, development, manufacturing and sales of computerized gaming machines and network system products.

International Game Technology

CONTACT: Patrick Cavanaugh, Investor Relations of International Game
Technology, 1-866-296-4232

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

Most Home Corp. Retains The Investor Relations Company

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Most Home Corp. (BULLETIN BOARD: MHME) , today announced that it has retained The Investor Relations Company ("IRC") for a full investor relations program.

"IRC will be a great help to us in our commitment to raise our visibility and credibility within the mainstream investment community and to enhance shareholder value. They have a long and successful record of first class IR programming," remarked Most Home CEO Ken Galpin.

"Most Home has developed an innovative product technology which can single-handedly change how residential real estate information is delivered. It has a solid plan for organic growth that has just begun. We look forward to helping the company achieve a greater visibility within the investment community. We believe the time is exactly right for these services to both REALTORS(R) and house hunters," commented IRC Chairman Sherwood Lee Wallace.

About The Investor Relations Company

The Investor Relations Company (http://www.tirc.com/) is a 27-year-old IR consultancy based on North Michigan Avenue in Chicago, providing a full range of services internationally for small and medium size public companies with market values up to $2 billion. Mr. Wallace co-authored New Dimensions in Investor Relations, published by John Wiley & Sons, cited by industry sources at the time as the best textbook written on investor relations. It can be ordered from the publisher, from the National Investor Relations Institute, on Amazon or from IRC.

About Most Home Corp.

Most Home Corp. operates through its wholly-owned subsidiaries Most Home real Estate Services Inc. and Netupdate, Inc., providing services to residential real estate brokerage and mortgage industries. Most Home is also the largest provider of residential real estate Multiple Listing Service ("MLS") data to REALTORS(R) via mobile devices in North America. According to the company, it has contracted with more than 30 large MLS organizations, reaching a combined 360,000 agents to deliver real estate listing data via handheld devices. Most Home is an emerging growth company that had increased revenues of $1.76 million for the nine months ended April 30, 2008.

Most Home Corp. Ken Galpin, CEO Toll Free: 800-347-4701 Direct: 604-460-7631 ext. 306 Email: ken.galpin@mosthome.com

To the extent that statements made hereof are not strictly historical, including statements as to revenue projections, business strategy, outlook, objectives, future milestones, plans, intentions, goals, future financial conditions, future agreements, the success of the Company's development, events conditioned on stockholder or other approval, or otherwise as to future events, such statements are forward-looking. All forward-looking statements, whether written or oral, and whether made by or on behalf of the Company, are expressly qualified by the cautionary statements and any other cautionary statements which may accompany the forward-looking statements, and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The forward-looking statements made in this press release are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the statements made. Other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include the following: business conditions and the amount of growth in the Company's industry and general economy; competitive factors; ability to attract and retain personnel; the price of the Company's stock; and the risk factors set forth from time to time in the Company's SEC reports, including but not limited to its annual report on Form 10-KSB; its quarterly reports on Forms 10-QSB; and any reports on Form 8-K. In addition, the company disclaims any obligation to update or correct any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.

Most Home Corp.

CONTACT: Ken Galpin, CEO, Most Home Corp., Toll Free: +1-800-347-4701,
Direct: +1-604-460-7631 ext. 306, ken.galpin@mosthome.com

Web site: http://www.mosthomecorp.com/
http://www.tirc.com/

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings Release and Teleconference DateLong-Term Debt Reduced by $13.6 Million During Second Quarter

SIOUX FALLS, S.D., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- LodgeNet Interactive Corporation announced today that it will release its second quarter financial results after market on Tuesday, July 29th, 2008. The company will also host a teleconference to discuss its results July 29th, 2008 at 5:00 P.M. Eastern Time.

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The Company also announced that it reduced long-term debt during the second quarter from $630.2 million (as of March 31, 2008) to $616.6 million (as of June 30, 2008); and that cash and cash equivalents as of June 30th was approximately $15.5 million. As of June 30, the Company's $50 million revolver portion of its Credit Facility was unused.

"While the economy and the travel industry are facing near-term challenges, we remain focused on delivering on our free cash flow target range for 2008," said Scott C. Petersen, LodgeNet President & CEO. "The flexibility of our business model allows us to actively manage our capital investment plan and balance sheet and as a result we reduce long-term debt by more than $13 million during the Second Quarter. We prudently reduced capital investment levels and operating expenses during the second quarter and have taken similar steps for the Third Quarter as we have adjusted our capital investment target down to $15 million. We believe these initiatives will put us in a position to further reduce our long-term debt levels and remain within our debt covenants for the balance of the year.

To access the teleconference, please dial 888-546-9658 and use conference code 55263339. A live webcast of the teleconference will also be available via InterCall at http://audioevent.mshow.com/345767/. The webcast will be archived at that site for one month and can be accessed via LodgeNet's company website at http://www.lodgenet.com/. If you cannot listen to the teleconference at its normal time, there will also be a replay available for one week following the call, and can be accessed by dialing 800-642-1687 or 706-645-9291, passcode 55263339.

AS A PARTICIPANT IN THE CONFERENCE CALL, PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

The securities laws provide us the opportunity to more freely disclose forward-looking statements, as long as we make the following remarks:

In the prepared remarks, as well as in response to your questions, management may make forward-looking statements. It should be understood that all such statements are subject to various uncertainties and risks that could affect their outcome. Factors which could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, our ability to reduce long-term debt as rapidly as we expect; unexpected capital expenditure requirements; the effects of economic conditions; supply and demand changes for hotel rooms and LodgeNet products and services; competitive conditions in the lodging industry; technological developments; relationships with clients and property owners; potential effects of litigation; the impact of government regulations; any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the statements made in the conference call.

About LodgeNet Interactive

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation is the leading provider of media and connectivity solutions designed to meet the unique needs of hospitality, healthcare and other guest-based businesses. LodgeNet Interactive serves more than 1.9 million hotel rooms representing 10,000 hotel properties worldwide in addition to healthcare facilities throughout the United States. The company's services include: Interactive Television Solutions, Broadband Internet Solutions, Content Solutions, Professional Solutions and Advertising Media Solutions. LodgeNet Interactive Corporation owns and operates businesses under the industry leading brands: LodgeNet, LodgeNetRX, and The Hotel Networks. LodgeNet Interactive is listed on NASDAQ and trades under the symbol LNET. For more information, please visit http://www.lodgenet.com/. LodgeNet is a registered trademark of LodgeNet Interactive Corporation.

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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com LodgeNet Interactive Corporation

CONTACT: Ann Parker, Director, Corporate Communications & IR of LodgeNet
Interactive Corporation, +1-605-988-1000, communications@lodgenet.com

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

Dynamics Research Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2008 Conference Call

ANDOVER, Mass., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Dynamics Research Corporation , a leading provider of innovative engineering, technical and information technology services and solutions to federal and state governments, announced today that it will release its second quarter 2008 financial results after noon on Thursday, July 31, 2008. A conference call to review the results will be held on the same day, Thursday, July 31, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. ET.

James P. Regan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and David Keleher, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer will host the call.

The call will be available by telephone at 877-741-4251, and accessible by Web cast at http://www.drc.com/. Recorded replays of the conference call will be available on Dynamics Research Corporation's investor relations home page at http://www.drc.com/ and by telephone at (888) 203-1112, replay passcode #4038479, beginning at 7:30 p.m. ET July 31, 2008 through 11:59 p.m. ET August 7, 2008.

About Dynamics Research Corporation

Dynamics Research Corporation (DRC) is a leading provider of mission- critical technology management services and solutions for government programs. DRC offers forward-thinking solutions backed by a history of excellence and customer satisfaction. Founded in 1955, DRC is a publicly held corporation and maintains more than 25 offices nationwide with major offices in Andover, Massachusetts; Reston, Virginia; and Fairborn, Ohio. For more information please visit our website at http://www.drc.com/.

Safe harbor statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Some statements contained or implied in this news release, may be considered forward-looking statements, which by their nature are uncertain. Consequently, actual results could materially differ. For more detailed information concerning how risks and uncertainties could affect the company's financial results, please refer to DRC's most recent filings with the SEC. The company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking information.

CONTACTS: Investors: Dave Keleher Media: Duyen "Jen" Truong SVP and Chief Financial Officer Sage Communications (for DRC) 978.289.1615 703.584.5645 dkeleher@drc.com duyent@aboutsage.com

Dynamics Research Corporation

CONTACT: Investors, Dave Keleher, SVP and Chief Financial Officer of
Dynamics Research Corporation, +1-978-289-1615, dkeleher@drc.com; Media, Duyen
"Jen" Truong of Sage Communications for DRC, +1-703-584-5645,
duyent@aboutsage.com

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

General Dynamics Achieves Cisco TelePresence Authorized Technology Provider StatusGeneral Dynamics to adapt enabling technologies to make meeting and collaborating easier for government decision-makers.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 8 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics C4 Systems announced today that it has achieved TelePresence Authorized Technology Provider (ATP) status from Cisco. This designation recognizes General Dynamics as having fulfilled the training requirements and program prerequisites to sell, deploy and support Cisco TelePresence in the U.S. and internationally.

Cisco TelePresence Meeting is a revolutionary new category of products that create live, "face-to-face" meeting experiences over an Internet Protocol (IP) network. It combines the reach, intelligence and reliability of the network with the simplicity of a telephone interface to deliver an entirely new way for people to meet and collaborate. Cisco TelePresence Meeting is the first application of Cisco TelePresence technology.

"We believe Cisco's TelePresence represents a 'game-changing' way for our federal and civil agency customers to meet and collaborate over the Internet," said Chris Marzilli, president of General Dynamics C4 Systems. "As a leading systems integrator for U.S. government agencies and the Department of Defense, we will be adding important enabling technologies, including Type 1 encryption; bandwidth management and quality of service applications; and advanced collaboration and visualization tools, for a turnkey, secure, IP-based communications solution that can reach to tactical environments."

Richard McLeod, director of united communications for worldwide channels at Cisco, said, "Cisco TelePresence changes the entire realm of communications and collaboration. As a Cisco TelePresence ATP partner, General Dynamics has made an investment in the sales, technical and lifecycle services capabilities that our customers need to help them successfully deploy complete solutions."

The Cisco Authorized Technology Provider (ATP) Program is part of Cisco's go-to-market strategy for emerging technologies. The program helps Cisco to define the knowledge, skills and services that channel partners need to successfully sell, deploy and support an emerging technology.

About Cisco TelePresence

The Cisco TelePresence Meeting solution combines the industry's first ultra-high-definition 1080p video with high-quality, wideband spatial audio, imperceptible latency and comprehensive environmental design. Meeting participants feel as if they are in the same room, even though they may be on separate continents. With the ability to see and hear others in ultra-high-definition video and wideband spatial audio, users truly experience the subtleties and nuances delivered by body language, eye contact and facial gestures that make up more than 60 percent of communications. With Cisco TelePresence, participants focus on the meeting and not the technology.

Additional Features and Benefits

The Cisco TelePresence Meeting solution features one-button-push operation, a full complement of lifecycle support services and multi-location meeting capability. General Dynamics will work with Cisco to enhance the meeting tool for expanded military and government use. This includes adapting commercial-standard network management protocols and interfaces; adding software that enables collaboration through sharing of individual workstation information during a TelePresence meeting; and adding high-grade, high-assurance cryptographic capability for embedded security.

General Dynamics C4 Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics , is a leading integrator of secure communication and information systems and technology. General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Va., employs approximately 84,000 people worldwide and reported 2007 revenues of $27.2 billion. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. More information about the company is available on the Internet at http://www.generaldynamics.com/.

General Dynamics C4 Systems

CONTACT: Fran Jacques of General Dynamics C4 Systems, +1-480-441-2885,
or Cell, +1-480-586-1886, Fran.Jacques@gdc4s.com

Web site: http://www.generaldynamics.com/
http://www.gdc4s.com/

Application Performance Issues Cause Organizations to Lose Millions, According to New Aberdeen Group StudyReport Shows That Best-in-Class Companies Use a Lifecycle Approach to Application Performance Management, Resulting in 5x Improvements in the Quality of End User Experiences

LEXINGTON, Mass., July 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Application performance issues are impacting overall corporate revenues by up to 9 percent, according to a new benchmark report by Aberdeen Group, a Harte-Hanks company sponsored in part by Gomez, Inc., a leading provider of web application experience management services.

Entitled "The Lifecycle Approach Brings IT and Business Together," the report surveyed 206 organizations between May and June 2008 and found that 58 percent of the organizations surveyed are unsatisfied with the performance of applications that they currently use. Their top challenge is the inability to identify issues before end users are impacted.

"Being proactive about managing application performance is no longer optional," said Bojan Simic, research analyst, Aberdeen. "What can no longer be ignored is the impact that application performance is having on some of the key metrics such as revenue growth, customer satisfaction, employee productivity, and profitability."

Using key performance criteria to distinguish Best-in-Class companies from Industry Average companies and Laggards, the report found that Best-in-Class companies were five times more likely to report improvements in quality of end user experience. It found that 65 percent of Best-in-Class companies have the ability to measure the quality of end user experience, with 81 percent reporting improved customer satisfaction.

Additionally, what allowed Best-in-Class organizations to outperform the overwhelming majority of their peers was a full lifecycle approach to application performance management including the deployment of capabilities for predicting, monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing application performance. For example, 63 percent of Best-in-Class companies use tools for monitoring web application performance and 48 percent use tools to load test their web applications.

The report also found that Best-in-Class organizations experienced:

-- 85 percent improved success rates in preventing issues with application performance before end users are impacted, as opposed to Laggards who reported zero percent improvement; and

-- 106 percent average improvement in application availability, compared to Laggards who reported two percent improvement.

"Aberdeen's findings empirically underscore the correlation between quality web experiences and business success," said Matt Poepsel, Gomez VP of performance strategies. "For too many businesses, the end user's experience remains clouded in obscure information -- or no information at all -- putting business, brand and profits at risk. The Gomez(R) ExperienceFirst(SM) platform of services helps businesses ensure quality end user experiences by testing their web applications in development and measuring them after deployment, mirroring the proactive, lifecycle approach to managing and improving application performance prescribed by Aberdeen in this report."

To obtain a complimentary copy of the report, visit: http://www.aberdeen.com/link/sponsor.asp?spid=30411266&cid=4906

About Aberdeen Group, a Harte-Hanks Company

Aberdeen is a leading provider of fact-based research and market intelligence that delivers demonstrable results. Having benchmarked more than 30,000 companies in the past two years, Aberdeen is uniquely positioned to educate users to action: driving market awareness, creating demand, enabling sales, and delivering meaningful return-on-investment analysis. As the trusted advisor to the global technology markets, corporations turn to Aberdeen(TM) for insights that drive decisions.

As a Harte-Hanks Company, Aberdeen plays a key role of putting content in context for the global direct and targeted marketing company. Aberdeen's analytical and independent view of the "customer optimization" process of Harte-Hanks (Information - Opportunity - Insight - Engagement - Interaction) extends the client value and accentuates the strategic role Harte-Hanks brings to the market. For additional information, visit Aberdeen http://www.aberdeen.com/ or call (617) 723-7890, or to learn more about Harte-Hanks, call (800) 456-9748 or go to http://www.harte-hanks.com/.

About Gomez

Gomez, Inc. is a leading provider of web application experience management services, which businesses use to test their web applications while in development and to monitor their web applications after deployment. More than 2,000 customers use Gomez's on-demand services to improve the quality of the web experience in order to increase their revenue from web applications, reduce their operating costs, and extend their brand reputations. For more information, please visit http://www.gomez.com/.

Gomez and gomez.com are registered service marks and ExperienceFirst is a service mark of Gomez, Inc. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.

Available Topic Expert(s): For information on the listed expert(s), click appropriate link. Matt Poepsel https://profnet.prnewswire.com/Subscriber/ExpertProfile.aspx?ei=69339

Gomez, Inc.

CONTACT: Samantha McGarry of Gomez, Inc., +1-781-778-2783,
smcgarry@gomez.com

Web site: http://www.gomez.com/
http://www.aberdeen.com/
http://www.harte-hanks.com/

EV Group Supplies 300-mm Equipment to STMicroelectronics for the Manufacture of Image Sensors Using TSV TechnologySignificant Multi-Million-Euro Order Win Furthers EVG's Reach in the 3D Interconnect Space

ST. FLORIAN, Austria, July 8 /PRNewswire/ -- EV Group (EVG), a leading supplier of wafer-bonding and lithography equipment for the advanced semiconductor and packaging, MEMS, silicon-on-insulator (SOI) and emerging nanotechnology markets, today announced it has received a major multi-million-euro order from STMicroelectronics for its 300-mm bonding, alignment and photoresist processing tools. EVG's fully automated tools are successfully installed at ST's 300-mm through-silicon-via (TSV) pilot line in Crolles, France and used in the manufacture of CMOS imaging sensors (CIS).

Industry experts have anticipated that the first products that feature TSV technology are expected to hit the market in 2008 and will include flash memory and image sensors, similar to what ST is developing with the help of EVG's 300-mm solutions. The production of these devices by a high-volume manufacturer (HVM) like ST marks a significant validation milestone for this technology, which is still in its infancy. TSV adoption, however, continues to rapidly gain traction, given its demonstrated advantages that include higher performance, increased functionality, a smaller footprint and lower power consumption. Recognizing the potential early on, EVG has been a champion of bringing this technology to market commercialization. Key to this effort, the company is a founding member of the EMC-3D international consortium, which is chartered with developing the 3D market infrastructure by demonstrating a cost-effective, manufacturable, stackable TSV interconnection technology.

According to Gareth Bignell, Program Manager, 300mm Equipment Selection, STMicroelectronics, "ST is committed to accelerating the manufacturing of 3D TSV-based devices into high volume. As such, we're turning to trusted suppliers, like EVG, who can help us maintain our competitive edge by minimizing manufacturing risks, while increasing the speed of implementation and time to market. At the same time, we also expect nothing less than superior and comprehensive service and support so that our facility can continue to run at benchmark levels -- we expect that EVG's solid and dependable support will continue to be a significant help in this area."

"We are extremely pleased with the confidence ST, a long-standing customer of our 200-mm solutions, now also has in our leading-edge 300-mm portfolio, which is ideally suited for the burgeoning, but complex, 3D-TSV market. Yet, we believe TSV technology holds tremendous potential and we are poised and committed to being a key player in this space," said EVG's Executive Technology Director, Paul Lindner. "This milestone order from ST is testament to our ability to meet this chipmaker's rigorous demands for reliable performance, uniformity and repeatability -- backed, of course, by our unwavering 24/7 customer support," he added.

According to Lindner, a number of factors contributed to the company's recent win with ST over the competition. Specifically, EVG's new NanoSpray photoresist coating processing capabilities for steep topographies, along with its IQ Aligner's proven ability to deliver precise and reliable lithography backside alignment, are both unparalleled in the industry. This, coupled with EVG's bonder, demonstrated high uniformity at 300mm -- and the company's comprehensive service and dedicated onsite support were critical factors behind this most recent purchasing decision by ST. EVG reports that the ST order also included its EVG150 Coater and EVG150 Developer, which in conjunction with its NanoSpray technology, consistently deliver highly uniform coats with low material usage and improved repeatability.

EV Group will be exhibiting at SEMICON West, July 15-17, 2008 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, Calif., USA. Editors and analysts interested in learning more about the company and its complete product range for 3D interconnect and TSV are invited to visit EVG's booth #5429 (North Hall).

About EV Group (EVG)

EV Group (EVG) is a world leader in wafer-processing solutions for semiconductor, MEMS and nanotechnology applications. Through close collaboration with its global customers, the company implements its flexible manufacturing model to develop reliable, high-quality, low-cost-of-ownership systems that are easily integrated into customers' fab lines. Key products include wafer bonding, lithography/nanoimprint lithography (NIL) and metrology equipment, as well as photoresist coaters, cleaners and inspection systems.

In addition to its dominant share of the market for wafer bonders, EVG holds a leading position in NIL and lithography for advanced packaging and MEMS. Along these lines, the company co-founded the EMC-3D consortium in 2006 to create and help drive implementation of a cost-effective through-silicon via (TSV) process for major ICs and MEMS/sensors. Other target semiconductor- related markets include silicon-on-insulator (SOI), compound semiconductor and silicon-based power-device solutions.

Founded in 1980, EVG is headquartered in St. Florian, Austria, and operates via a global customer support network, with subsidiaries in Tempe, AZ; Albany, NY; Yokohama and Fukuoka, Japan; Seoul, Korea and Chung-Li, Taiwan. The company's unique Triple i-approach (invent - innovate - implement) is supported by a vertical integration, allowing EVG to respond quickly to new technology developments, apply the technology to manufacturing challenges and expedite device manufacturing in high volume. More information is available at http://www.evgroup.com/.

EV Group

CONTACT: Thomas Fodermeyer, Director Marketing and Communications of EV
Group, + 43 7712 5311 0, T.Fodermeyer@EVGroup.com; or Public Relations, Marie
Labrie, Vice President of MCA, Inc., +1-650-968-8900, ext. 119,
mlabrie@mcapr.com, for EV Group

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

comScore M:Metrics: Photo Messages Set to Edge Out Postcards as Photo Messaging Heats Up in the SummerPhoto Messaging Climbed 60 Percent in the United States During the Past Year

RESTON, Va., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- comScore, Inc. , a leader in measuring the digital world, today released the latest figures from the M:Metrics Benchmark Study which reports that photo messaging from mobile phones has grown 60 percent in the United States over the past year and 16 percent in Europe, where photo messaging got an earlier start. As the mercury climbs in the summer months, so does the usage of photo messaging in the United States, where for the past three years, photo messaging rates have been higher than average in July and August.

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"Summer vacations provide the perfect context for photo messaging, as the utility of instantly sharing a holiday moment with loved ones is undeniably compelling," commented Mark Donovan, senior vice president, comScore Mobile Products. "The cameraphone could replace the postcard as the preferred mode to say 'wish you were here,' as even parents and grandparents are snapping and sending photos from their mobile devices."

Mobile Photo Messaging Usage by Seasonal Index Summer 2007 Total U.S. and Europe Source: comScore M:Metrics* United States Europe** July 103 100 August 112 107

*Survey of mobile subscribers. Data are seasonal index calculations of monthly usage of photo messaging. These figures compare monthly consumption averages against the annual average with 100 representing average.

**Includes France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and U.K.

In Europe, where photo messaging is more mature, usage rates are more consistent throughout the year, rising only slightly in summer. From 2006 to 2007, the rate of photo messaging use in Europe during the month of July was average and in August, 7 percent higher than average. Instead, usage spikes during December, as families share Christmas holiday celebrations and send photos from their newly acquired phones. The same phenomenon is also observed in the United States, where photo messaging is also higher in December than it is in an average month.

The M:Metrics Benchmark Study indicates that the photo messaging growth in the U.S. is coming from all age demographic segments, with the fastest growth coming from teens and those older than 35. In the more developed European market, the strongest growth is coming from those aged 55 years and older.

Percentage Growth of Mobile Subscribers Using Photo Messaging by Age April 2008 Total U.S. and Europe Source: comScore M:Metrics* Age United States Europe** 13-17 68% 13% 18-24 55% 8% 25-34 53% 16% 35-44 63% 15% 45-54 73% 17% 55+ 67% 36% Total 60% 16%

*Survey of mobile subscribers. Data based on three-month moving average for period ending April 30, 2007 to the three-month period ending April 30, 2008

**Includes France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and U.K.

"Cameraphones are in the hands of the majority of mobile phone users and are increasingly a part of the fabric of peoples' lives, with 78 percent of Europeans and 66 percent of Americans owning a cameraphone today," said Donovan. "Photo messaging rates have risen steadily month over month with nearly a quarter of all American mobile phone users and about a third of Europeans sending or receiving photos in April."

comScore M:Metrics applies trusted media measurement methodologies to assess the audience for mobile content and applications, delivering the most accurate mobile market metrics through the world's largest monthly survey of mobile subscribers as well as automated data collection methodologies. Below are the findings of its April 2008 Benchmark Survey.

M:Metrics Benchmark Study April 2008 Total U.S. and Europe Source: comScore M:Metrics* US EU FR DE IT ES UK Total mobile subscribers Age 13+ (MM) 226 224 46.5 49 47 34 47.5 Sent/received photos or videos 23.9% 27.6% 24.7% 20.6% 31.9% 31.1% 30.7% Listened to music 7.9% 18.5% 16.7% 17.7% 15.6% 22.9% 20.7% Accessed news/info via browser 14.4% 9.6% 10.3% 5.4% 8.0% 7.4% 16.4% Received SMS ads 19.1% 49.3% 63.0% 28.5% 54.0% 72.5% 36.2% Played downloaded game 9.1% 8.4% 4.4% 7.5% 8.9% 11.7% 10.2% Accessed downloaded application 5.0% 3.0% 1.6% 2.6% 4.2% 2.9% 3.4% Watched video 6.3% 9.1% 7.2% 6.1% 11.3% 12.6% 9.5% Purchased ringtones 9.3% 3.6% 3.7% 3.1% 3.7% 4.4% 3.2% Used email 13.1% 8.6% 6.5% 6.7% 11.5% 9.4% 9.4% Accessed social networking sites 5.2% 2.9% 2.2% 1.5% 2.8% 2.8% 5.3%

*Survey of mobile subscribers. Data based on three-month moving average for period ending 30th April 2008, mobile subscribers in France, n = 13,570 Germany, n = 15,202; Italy, n = 13,575; Spain, n = 12,160; United Kingdom, n = 15,282; United States, n = 32,931

Additional data from the M:Metrics Benchmark Study are available at http://www.comscore.com/data.

About M:Metrics

Acquired by comScore, Inc. in May 2008, M:Metrics is an authoritative source of data on mobile usage. As one of the few research firms to measure the audience for mobile media using on-device metering and one of the world's largest monthly survey of mobile users, M:Metrics provides data on actual mobile content consumption by applying trusted media measurement methodologies to the mobile market. M:Metrics' monthly syndicated data service gives clients the critical insights and intelligence used to inform smart business strategies and the competitive benchmarks needed to evaluate the performance of competitors and partners. M:Metrics services are used by more than 180 clients, including global leaders in the mobile, advertising, technology and consumer goods industries such as Verizon, Vodafone, Microsoft, RIM, FOX, CBS, BBC, BMW, Samsung, Palm, Qualcomm, Ericsson, O&M, and JWT. For more information, please visit http://www.mmetrics.com/

About comScore

comScore, Inc. is a global leader in measuring the digital world. This capability is based on a massive, global cross-section of about 2 million Internet users who have given comScore permission to confidentially capture their browsing and transaction behavior, including online and offline purchasing. comScore panelists also participate in survey research that gathers and integrates their attitudes and intentions. Using its proprietary technology, comScore measures what matters across a broad spectrum of digital behavior and attitudes and helps clients design more powerful marketing strategies that deliver superior ROI. With its recent acquisition of M:Metrics, comScore is also a leading source of data on mobile usage. comScore services are used by over 950 clients, including global leaders such as AOL, Microsoft, Yahoo!, BBC, Carat, Cyworld, Deutsche Bank, France Telecom, Best Buy, The Newspaper Association of America, Financial Times, ESPN, Fox Sports, Nestle, Starcom, Universal McCann, the United States Postal Service, Verizon Services Group and ViaMichelin. For more information, please visit http://www.comscore.com/.

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CONTACT: Jaimee Minney of comScore M:Metrics, +1-206-757-1360,
jminney@mmetrics.com, or Tina Aird (Lorkin) of comScore M:Metrics, Europe,
+44 20 7131 3649, taird@mmetrics.com

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

Everest Takes on the SureWest NameMove Reinforces 'One Company, One Vision' for SureWestCompany Celebrates with Launch of 18 New HDTV Channels in the Kansas City Region and Customer Appreciation Event on July 15 at Kansas City T-Bones Baseball Game

ROSEVILLE, Calif., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Leading independent communications holding company SureWest Communications announced that effective today it will begin to operate its Everest Broadband unit under the "SureWest" name.

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SureWest completed the acquisition of the Kansas City-based broadband triple-play provider on February 13, 2008. To celebrate the integration of Everest under a unified operating name, SureWest Communications is adding a total of 18 new HDTV channels on its network in the Kansas City region over the next 30 days. Additionally, the company is treating its customers to a night of barbeque and baseball at Community America Ballpark, home of the Kansas City T-Bones independent professional baseball team.

"This is an exciting time for our company and for residents served by our Kansas City area operations," said Steve Oldham, SureWest president and CEO. "SureWest was immediately attracted to Everest because of its employees, its quality of service and its unique personal touch. None of this will change as a result of this integration, and in fact, we hope to make the customer experience even better. We are enhancing the suite of products available to Kansas City area residents and broadening our reach within the region so that even more residential and business customers can enjoy SureWest's advanced products and services. Demand is extremely high for Everest services and we hope to build on their proud legacy in Kansas City.

"Using the SureWest name for the Kansas City operations reinforces our message of 'One Company, One Vision' and as we expand our network and launch new marketing campaigns, it is important for the operations in our Kansas City and Sacramento regions to be recognized as part of one company integrated under one name and one brand."

Enhancements for Residential and Business Customers

The new name is just one facet of SureWest's ongoing integration program. Customers in the Kansas City area are already experiencing exciting enhancements:

-- SureWest has begun expanding its network in the region and is scheduled to add 10,000 new residential homes in the greater Kansas City area in 2008, including an expansion into new Kansas-based communities that have been demanding Everest services for some time such as Merriam, Prairie Village and Olathe. -- 8,000 of the new residential adds will be served by SureWest's advanced fiber-to-the-home network that delivers the fastest symmetrical Internet speeds in the country at up to 50 megabits per second both uploading and downloading. -- SureWest is increasing its marketable business footprint and will be offering its leading television, Internet and telephone services to business customers in Kansas City. -- Residential and business customers will continue to enjoy the best-in-class service they have come to expect from Everest with the added-value of SureWest Communications' organizational depth and expertise backing them.

In an effort to raise its brand awareness, SureWest has enhanced its Kansas City regional sales and marketing campaigns through new TV and radio spots promoting the new name and the company's superior services. To ensure a smooth transition and sustain public awareness, the Everest and SureWest names and logos will each be featured on all customer facing materials in the region for the remainder of 2008, prior to the move to an exclusive SureWest brand in early 2009. Customers can receive more information and an FAQ regarding the name change at http://www.everestkc.com/.

Oldham concluded, "We are committed to a transparent process and are pleased with the seamless integration of our operations and the benefits we believe it will bring to all of our stakeholders including shareholders, customers and employees."

About SureWest Communications

SureWest Communications (http://www.surewest.com/) is one of the nation's leading integrated communications providers and is the bandwidth leader in the markets it serves. Headquartered in Northern California for more than 90 years, the company expanded into the Kansas City region in February 2008 and offers bundled residential and commercial services that include IP-based digital and high-definition television, high-speed Internet, Voice over IP, and local and long distance telephone. Its fiber-to-the-premise IP-based network in the Sacramento region features the fastest symmetrical Internet speeds in the nation at up to 50 Mbps. In its Kansas City market (http://www.everestkc.com/), 75 percent of the company's customers subscribe to at least three services.

Safe Harbor Statement

Statements made in this news release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, these forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as may, will, should, expect, plan, anticipate, or project or the negative of those words or other comparable words. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Such forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, assumptions and uncertainties that could cause the company's actual results to differ from those projected in such forward-looking statements.

Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, advances in telecommunications technology, changes in the telecommunications regulatory environment, changes in the financial stability of other telecommunications providers who are customers of the company, changes in competition in markets in which the company operates, adverse circumstances affecting the economy in California, Kansas and Missouri in general, and in the Sacramento, California Metropolitan and greater Kansas City Metropolitan areas in particular, the availability of future financing, changes in the demand for services and products, new product and service development and introductions, and pending and future litigation.

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CONTACT: Ron Rogers, Corporate Communications of SureWest
Communications, +1-916-746-3123, r.rogers@surewest.com

Web site: http://www.surewest.com/
http://www.everestkc.com/

Diebold Chosen as The Exclusive ATM Provider in Key Beijing Olympic Facilities

BEIJING, July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Bank of China has installed Diebold Opteva(R) automated teller machines (ATMs) around the key competition venues and facilities for the 2008 Summer Olympic Games. The ATMs, which will be located in the Olympic and Media villages in Beijing and Qingdao, will provide operation prompts in three languages (Chinese, English and French) on the screens to allow the athletes and spectators from around the world to access convenient financial services while participating in and watching the Olympics this summer.

"We are very proud to be working with Bank of China to have our advanced Opteva ATMs installed in Beijing Olympic facilities, providing financial self-service solutions of high quality, efficiency and security for consumers around the world," said Daniel Hu, vice president and managing director, North Asia and China, Diebold. "It is a great honor for Diebold and its associates in China to be the exclusive ATM provider of Bank of China and to provide related financial services for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games."

Diebold will also deploy service resources during the games to ensure the steady operation of its Opteva ATMs. To effectively respond to increased traffic flow to and from the ATM sites, Diebold is placing appropriate components and parts in warehouses ahead of schedule to ensure their supply and use during the Beijing Olympic Games. Additionally, Diebold will extend the time of operation for its customer service centers in the region and all the other local service points to 24 hours each day during the games to ensure smooth communications between the service centers and the local service staff members. Diebold has already deployed service resources to Beijing and Qingdao, where a portion of the games will be conducted.

"As the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and the 2010 World Expo draw near, cities such as Beijing and Shanghai are becoming more open. As a result, visitors to China will need more convenient access to financial services," Hu said. "With their powerful functionality and modern design, Diebold Opteva ATMs can provide comprehensive services for consumers around the world and throughout the China region."

About Diebold

Diebold, Incorporated is a global leader in providing integrated self-service delivery and security systems and services. Diebold employs more than 17,000 associates with representation in nearly 90 countries worldwide and is headquartered in Canton, Ohio, USA. Diebold is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'DBD.' For more information, visit the company's Web site at http://www.diebold.com/ .

Diebold, Incorporated

CONTACT: Media Relations, DeAnn Zackeroff, +1-330-490-5220,
deann.zackeroff@diebold.com, or Investor Relations, Chris Bast,
+1-330-490-6908, christopher.bast@diebold.com, both of Diebold, Incorporated

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

ANSYS Added to Russell 1000 Index

SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ANSYS, Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced that it has been listed on this year's Russell 1000(R) stock index. ANSYS was one of six companies in the technology sector added to the prestigious large-cap index on June 30.

Tacoma, Washington-based Russell Investments realigns its Russell 3000(R) Index once per year, tracking what it says is 99 percent of the U.S. equity market. That index is then broken down to 26 smaller indexes, including the widely watched Russell 1000 Index of large-capitalization stocks and the Russell 2000(R) Index of small capitalization stocks. ANSYS had been listed on the Russell 2000 since 2001.

The Russell 1000 Index includes approximately 1,000 of the largest securities based on a combination of their market cap and current index membership -- representing approximately 92 percent of the U.S. market. It is constructed to provide a comprehensive and unbiased barometer for the large-cap segment and is completely reconstituted annually to ensure new and growing equities are reflected. Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for both passive and active investment strategies. An industry-leading $4.4 trillion in assets currently are benchmarked to them. These investment tools originated from Russell's multi-manager investment business in the early 1980s when the company saw the need for a more objective, market-driven set of benchmarks in order to evaluate outside investment managers.

"The Russell 1000 Index is one of a number of recent milestones that validate our long-term strategy and commitment to building shareholder value," said Jim Cashman, president and CEO, ANSYS, Inc. " We have focused an incredible amount of energy and resources into building a solid business model, which has enabled ANSYS to weather many ups and downs over the years. Our long-term dedication to the democratization of engineering simulation has resulted in consistent technology leadership, consistent growth and profitability, and a broad and diversified global presence. In fact, today 97 of the top 100 industrial companies on the FORTUNE Global 500 list are now using software from ANSYS to propel their product development cycles and drive innovation within their own teams."

Earlier in 2008, ANSYS was added to the Cleantech Group's Cleantech Index(TM) , which is the first and only stock market index intended to reflect the surging global demand for clean technology products and services. By tracking the market performance of the leading publicly traded cleantech companies, CTIUS is the industry standard index, offering an easy, cost-effective, and liquid means for investors and licensees, including the PowerShares Cleantech Portfolio , to access the broad cleantech investment category. ANSYS was chosen for its strong growth potential, technology, impact, sector representation, and leadership.

About Russell Investments

Russell Investments aims to improve financial security for people by providing strategic advice, world-class implementation, state-of-the-art performance benchmarks, and a range of institutional-quality investment products. With more than $213 billion in assets under management, Russell serves individual, institutional and advisor clients in more than 40 countries. Russell provides access to some of the world's best money managers. It helps investors put this access to work in corporate defined benefit and defined contribution plans, and in the life savings of individual investors. Headquartered in Tacoma, Wash., Russell has principal offices in Amsterdam, Auckland, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, London, Melbourne, New York, Paris, San Francisco, Seoul, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto.

For more information on Russell indexes, go to http://www.russell.com/. About the Cleantech Group, LLC

The Cleantech Group pioneered the cleantech investment category in 2002. Today, it accelerates the development and market adoption of clean technologies globally through membership in the largest global network of investors and companies, representing more than $3 trillion in assets. Member investors, growth companies/vendors, enterprises, service providers, and others receive access to capital, investment opportunities, market leading research and data, insight, sales opportunities, human capital, and promotional opportunities. The Cleantech Group also produces the premier Cleantech Forum events worldwide. Details at: http://www.cleantech.com/.

About ANSYS, Inc.

ANSYS, Inc., founded in 1970, develops and globally markets engineering simulation software and technologies widely used by engineers and designers across a broad spectrum of industries. The Company focuses on the development of open and flexible solutions that enable users to analyze designs directly on the desktop, providing a common platform for fast, efficient and cost-conscious product development, from design concept to final-stage testing and validation. The Company and its global network of channel partners provide sales, support and training for customers. Headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, U.S.A., with more than 40 strategic sales locations throughout the world, ANSYS, Inc. and its subsidiaries employ approximately 1,400 people and distribute ANSYS products through a network of channel partners in over 40 countries. Visit http://www.ansys.com/ for more information.

ANSYS, ANSYS Workbench, AUTODYN, CFX, FLUENT and any and all ANSYS, Inc. brand, product, service and feature names, logos and slogans are registered trademarks or trademarks of ANSYS, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other brand, product, service and feature names or trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

ANSYS, Inc.

CONTACT: Media: Kelly Wall, +1-724-514-3076, kelly.wall@ansys.com; or
Investors: Annette Arribas, +1-724-514-1782, annette.arribas@ansys.com, both
of ANSYS, Inc.

Web site: http://www.ansys.com/
http://www.cleantech.com/
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Attorney General McDonnell, Comcast and iKeepSafe Unveil Internet Safety Video Available 'On Demand'

RICHMOND, Va., July 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Attorney General Bob McDonnell, Comcast and the Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) unveiled a new video teaching children and parents about online safety. The feature was debuted during an event at the Boys & Girls Club of Richmond this morning.

The video is available free for all Comcast Digital Cable customers in Virginia to access at their convenience, day or night, via Comcast's signature On Demand service, with the ability to pause, fast forward and rewind. It explores the risks associated with the Internet, and teaches parents and guardians how to become involved and take action to protect their children from these risks.

"Through this video, we aim to provide parents with a resource for acquiring the knowledge and tools they need to keep their children safe online," Attorney General McDonnell said. "The content is relevant, easy to understand and accessible to parents any time of the day or night through Comcast's convenient On Demand service. Internet safety efforts will not succeed without strong partnerships between the public and private sectors. I commend iKeepSafe and Comcast for their leadership, and encourage parents to tune into this new cable feature."

Comcast Digital Cable customers in Virginia can view the video today through Sunday, Aug. 31 by tuning to Channel 1 on their digital cable lineup or pressing the On Demand button on their remote control, then clicking on "Get Local" and selecting "Internet Safety" in the "Comcast Cares" folder.

The video is also available on the Attorney General of Virginia's Web site at the http://www.vaag.com/. Visitors can click on "Family Internet Safety" in the left column to access the video online along with additional information and resources on Internet safety.

"Our partnership with Attorney General McDonnell and iKeepSafe aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver a safe and secure online experience for our customers," said Rob Omberg, state legislative director for Comcast. "Comcast is committed to providing parents with the information and resources they need to best manage their children's use of the Internet, from our complimentary McAfee security software to our interactive, go-to safety portal online, and more."

Also at the event, iKeepSafe and Comcast presented Attorney General McDonnell with an award for his work keeping Virginia's children safe and healthy online.

"The Internet Keep Safe Coalition is proud to honor the efforts of Attorney General McDonnell who is dedicated to encouraging the youth of Virginia to have safer, healthier habits on the Internet and addressing issues such as cyberbullying, cyber-ethics and finding balance in their digital lives," said Marsali Hancock, president of iKeepSafe. "We are also grateful for committed partners like Comcast who give us additional opportunities and resources to deliver the message of safe and healthy Internet use to children and communities."

About Attorney General McDonnell's Youth Internet Safety

The Attorney General's Youth Internet Safety Task Force, which met over the course of 2006, is a joint effort, led by the Attorney General, to educate and raise awareness among Virginia's children and parents about the dangers of the Internet through innovative initiatives. The Attorney General's Youth Internet Safety Advisory Committee meets regularly to implement these educational initiatives and is comprised of leaders representing education, law enforcement, parents, faith-based organizations and the technology industry. For example, the Attorney General's "Project SafetyNet VA" public awareness campaign about Internet safety featured a TV-ad contest entered by hundreds of students across Virginia (click here for more info: http://www.vaag.com/PRESS_RELEASES/NewsArchive/051308_Contest.html). Click here for more about the Task Force: http://www.vaag.com/InternetTaskForce

About the Internet Keep Safe Coalition (http://www.ikeepsafe.org/)

The Internet Keep Safe Coalition is a broad partnership of governors and/or first spouses, attorneys general, public health and educational professionals, law enforcement and industry leaders working together for the health and safety of youth online. The coalition's partners include the FBI, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Reading is Fundamental, and Communities in Schools. (For a complete list of partners, visit iKeepSafe.org.) The coalition provides parent tutorials and age-appropriate educational resources, including the Faux Paw the Techno Cat(R) Internet safety series of books and animated films for children. iKeepSafe uses these unique partnerships to disseminate the safety resources to families worldwide, including pilot programs launching this year in China, India and Australia.

About Comcast

Headquartered in Philadelphia, Comcast Cable is a division of Comcast Corporation (http://www.comcast.com/), the nation's leading provider of entertainment, information and communications products and services. With 24.7 million cable customers, 14.1 million high-speed Internet customers and 5.2 million voice customers, Comcast is principally involved in the development, management and operation of broadband cable systems and in the delivery of programming content.

Comcast's Eastern Division serves almost 5.4 million customers along the New York to DC corridor, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia and North Carolina. The Eastern Division also founded and manages CN8, The Comcast Network, one of the nation's largest and most honored regional 24-hour diversified television networks, seen by more than nine million homes on the East Coast. The Eastern Division employs approximately 18,000 people and is based in Oaks, Pennsylvania.

Comcast

CONTACT: J. Tucker Martin, Tucker.Martin@oag.state.va.us, or David
Clementson, dclementson@oag.state.va.us, +1-804-786-2071, both for the
Attorney General's Office; or Tammy Leavitt of iKeepSafe, +1-310-754-9133, or
tammy@iKeepSafe.org; or Alisha Martin of Comcast, +1-410-513-3155, or
Alisha_martin@cable.comcast.net

Web site: http://www.comcast.com/
http://www.vaag.com/
http://www.ikeepsafe.org/

Verizon Wireless First Wireless Retailer Awarded U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR(R)Company-Owned Communications Stores In Ohio And Nebraska Recognized For Energy Efficiency

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., July 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Two Verizon Wireless Communications Stores are among the first retail stores in the country to earn the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) ENERGY STAR(R), the national symbol for superior energy efficiency and environmental protection. The Verizon Wireless Communications Stores are the first wireless retail stores and are two of only six retail locations nationwide to be awarded the 2008 ENERGY STAR.

"Energy-saving initiatives are not only good for the environment, they also make us a more efficient and customer-friendly company by helping us keep operating costs down and allowing us to redirect those resources to improving the customer experience," said Jack Plating, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Verizon Wireless. "That's why we apply these principles across our business, from our store operations to our easy-to-use online Green Bill to our use of energy saving technologies in our offices and network facilities across the country."

The Communications Stores, located in Omaha, Neb., and Toledo, Ohio, installed temperature sensors and energy management systems to monitor heating, ventilating and air-conditioning system use; control temperature set-points and internal and external lighting schedules; and track data usage history for maintenance and service requirements. The systems help Verizon Wireless save on energy costs by activating the ventilating, heating and lighting systems automatically based on the stores' operating hours.

To further reduce energy usage, Verizon Wireless installed light-emitting diode (LED) exit signs and installed a microcontroller on vending machines. The stores also feature insulated water heaters to reduce heating costs and properly sealed building "envelopes" and entry doors to prevent the loss of heated or cooled air.

"We are pleased to see Verizon Wireless demonstrating environmental leadership by earning the ENERGY STAR for two of their stores," said Anna Stark, national program manager, commercial property markets, Environmental Protection Agency.

The EPA's national energy performance rating system provides a 1 to 100 point scale that helps organizations assess how efficiently their buildings use energy relative to similar buildings nationwide. A building that scores a rating of 75 or higher is eligible for the ENERGY STAR.

The EPA's ENERGY STAR is yet another recognition of Verizon Wireless' ongoing commitment to environmentally friendly "green" practices. In February, Verizon Wireless was the only wireless carrier named to IDG Computerworld's first-ever list of top Green-IT Companies for 2008.

For more information about Verizon Wireless, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 67.2 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.

About The EPA's ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency. Products and buildings that have earned the ENERGY STAR designation prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the government. For more information about ENERGY STAR visit http://www.energystar.gov/.

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Tom Pica of Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-7516,
Thomas.Pica@verizonwireless.com

Web site: http://www.verizonwireless.com/
http://www.energystar.gov/

Wireless Phone Users in Lake County, Ind., Now Experience Even Clearer Reception and Fewer Dropped CallsVerizon Wireless Activates Five New Cell Sites in Area

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., JULY 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless has activated five new cell sites in Lake County, Ind., that expand network coverage and increase capacity, enabling more customers to use their wireless phones concurrently to make calls; send and receive email and text, picture and video messages; and download games and ringtones while enjoying clearer reception and fewer dropped calls.

The new cell sites improve Verizon Wireless' voice and data network in the following Lake County communities

-- Cedar Lake -- Crown Point -- Gary -- Highland -- St. John

"This network enhancement reflects our ongoing commitment to meet the growing needs of our customers and to provide them with the reliable, high quality service they expect from Verizon Wireless," said T.J. Fox, region president-Verizon Wireless.

"The value we offer our customers is closely tied to our industry-leading customer retention," Fox said. "Wireless consumers today understand that value is not defined by price alone. A major reason our customers choose Verizon Wireless and stay with us is because we offer the nation's most reliable network."

The new cell sites in Lake County are part of Verizon Wireless' continual effort to expand coverage, increase capacity and enhance the quality of its wireless voice and data network in Indiana and throughout the country. Verizon Wireless has invested more than $45 billion since it was formed-$5.5 billion on average every year-to increase the coverage and capacity of its national network and to add new services. Nearly $870 million of this investment has been spent in Indiana since 2000. In 2007, the company invested more than $136 million in Indiana network improvements.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 67.2 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: Carolyn A. Schamberger, APR of Verizon Wireless,
+1-847-619-4282, carolyn.schamberger1@verizonwireless.com; or Kyle
Niederpruem, +1-317-509-7334, kyle@kylecommunications.com, for Verizon
Wireless

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

Saft Receives New Lithium Battery Order From the Australian Army

SYDNEY, Australia, July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Saft has received an AUD $3.5 million (approx. EUR2.1 million) order from the Australian Defence Materiel Organisation for BA-F300 lithium-sulfur dioxide batteries, with deliveries scheduled to begin later this year. The BA-F300 battery is a custom battery comprised of Saft LO 26 SX cells and is designed to withstand the demanding electrical and mechanical conditions encountered in combat and military training exercises. The batteries will be used to power a variety of portable military equipment, including Raven radios.

"This is a significant order for us. Saft has earned a reputation for superior product performance and our lithium technology has become the technology of choice for military organizations around the world," said David Anderson, Saft's Managing Director in Australia. "We look forward to expanding our relationship with the Australian DMO and providing reliable products that meet the demanding requirements of military applications."

Saft manufactures three primary lithium battery technologies (Li-SO2, Li-SOCl2, Li-MnO2) as well as rechargeable Li-ion, and has more than 30 years experience in developing lithium batteries for military customers.

About Saft

Saft (Euronext: Saft) is a world specialist in the design and manufacture of high-tech batteries for industry. Saft batteries are used in high performance applications such as industrial infrastructure and processes, transportation, space and defense. Saft is the world's leading manufacturer of nickel-cadmium batteries for industrial applications and of primary lithium batteries for a wide range of end markets. The group is also the European leader for specialized advanced technologies for the defense and space industries. With approximately 3,900 employees worldwide, Saft is present in 18 countries. Its 15 manufacturing sites and extensive sales network enable the group to serve its customers worldwide.

For more information, visit Saft at http://www.saftbatteries.com/ Press Contacts: Jill Ledger Saft Corporate Communications and Institutional Relations Director Tel.: +33-1-49-93-17-77 e-mail: jill.ledger@saftbatteries.com FINANCIAL DYNAMICS Press Relations: Elodie Marchand / Henrietta Green Tél. : +33-1-47-03-68-10 elodie.marchand@fd.com / henrietta.green@fd.com Investor Relations Valéry Lepinette/ Clément Benetreau Tel : +33-1-47-03-68-10 Valery.lepinette@fd.com / clement.benetreau@fd.com

Saft

CONTACT: Press Contacts: Jill Ledger, Saft Corporate Communications and
Institutional Relations Director, Tel.: +33-1-49-93-17-77, e-mail:
jill.ledger@saftbatteries.com; FINANCIAL DYNAMICS: Press Relations: Elodie
Marchand / Henrietta Green, Tél. : +33-1-47-03-68-10, elodie.marchand@fd.com
/ henrietta.green@fd.com; Investor Relations , Valéry Lepinette/ Clément
Benetreau, Tel : +33-1-47-03-68-10, Valery.lepinette@fd.com

Beckman Coulter Announces Second Quarter 2008 Earnings to be Released on Friday, July 25, 2008, Before Market OpensConference Call Scheduled for 8:30 a.m. ET

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Beckman Coulter, Inc. announced today it will host a conference call on Friday, July 25, 2008, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the company's second quarter 2008 results. Earnings will be released earlier that morning.

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The call may be accessed by dialing (877) 516-3365 or (706) 679-3246 and asking for the Beckman Coulter conference call or reservation number 53822642.

There also will be a live webcast of the call. It will be accessible to all investors through Beckman Coulter's website at http://www.beckmancoulter.com/. When accessing the webcast through the Beckman Coulter site, select "go to IR" under "Investor Relations" and find the call listed under "What's Ahead." The webcast will be archived on both websites for future on-demand replay.

Beckman Coulter, Inc., based in Orange County, California, develops, manufactures and markets products that simplify, automate and innovate complex biomedical tests. Beckman Coulter systems operate in laboratories around the world, supplying critical information for improving patient health and reducing the cost of care. Recurring revenue, consisting of supplies, test kits, service and operating type lease payments, represent more than 78 percent of the company's 2007 revenue of $2.76 billion. For more information, visit http://www.beckmancoulter.com/.

Contact: Allan D. Harris (714) 773-7620 adharris@beckman.com or Cynthia Skoglund (714) 773-8213 cgskoglund@beckman.com

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CONTACT: Allan D. Harris, +1-714-773-7620, adharris@beckman.com, or
Cynthia Skoglund, +1-714-773-8213, cgskoglund@beckman.com, both of Beckman
Coulter, Inc.

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

Cabot Corporation to Announce Third Quarter 2008 Operating Results

BOSTON, July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cabot Corporation announced today that it will release operating results for the third quarter of fiscal 2008 on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 after the market closes. The Company will host a conference call and live webcast to review the third quarter results beginning at 2:00 pm (ET) on Thursday, July 24, 2008.

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The call is being webcast by Thomson/CCBN and may be accessed at Cabot's web site at http://investor.cabot-corp.com/. The webcast is also being distributed through the Thomson StreetEvents Network. Institutional investors may access the call via Thomson StreetEvents (http://www.streetevents.com/), a password-protected event management site.

If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, the call and accompanying slide presentation will be archived on the Company's website at http://investor.cabot-corp.com/.

About Cabot Corporation

Cabot Corporation is a global performance materials company headquartered in Boston, MA. Cabot's major products are carbon black, fumed silica, inkjet colorants, capacitor materials, and cesium formate drilling fluids.

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CONTACT: Susannah Robinson, Director, Investor Relations of Cabot
Corporation, +1-617-342-6129

Web site: http://www.cabot-corp.com/
http://investor.cabot-corp.com/
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Presentation of North America's First Certificate for BS 25999, the New Standard for Business Continuity

RESTON, Va., July 8 /PRNewswire/ -- BSI announced today that Repligen Corporation, Waltham, MA ; the world's leading supplier of recombinant Protein A, a consumable used in the manufacture of monoclonal antibodies, the fastest growing segment of the biopharmaceutical industry has achieved BS 25999 certification. Repligen is the first company in North America to have achieved certification for their commitment to ensuring business continuity in the event of disaster or disruption.

BS 25999 is a visionary standard designed to keep your business going during the most challenging and unexpected circumstances. It provides a basis for understanding, developing, implementing and managing business continuity within your organization and gives you confidence when dealing with stakeholders both within and outside your organization. BS 25999 is an auditable standard which means that through certification, you have a framework for continual improvement and the ability to demonstrate to your stakeholders that your BCM program meets globally accepted best practice.

"By earning BS 25999 certification, Repligen is clearly demonstrating their commitment to ensure continued operation in the face of any potential cause of business disruption," said Gary Pearsons, President of BSI Management Systems. "Repligen is the first company in North America to achieve BS 25999 certification. This is just one more example of the leadership role Repligen has earned in their industry. Through the combined strength of Repligen implementing a disciplined management system and BSI providing independent verification and certification; Repligen's stakeholders and customers can be assured of the resiliency of their operations."

"Repligen is at the head of a long and growing list of leading-edge companies wishing to prove that they are doing what is required to protect their businesses, their stakeholders, and their customers," Pearsons added.

"As the world's leading supplier of recombinant Protein A, we felt that it was important to be on the cutting edge of business continuity to ensure an uninterrupted supply of products to our customers and ultimately to patients," stated Walter C. Herlihy, President and Chief Executive Officer of Repligen Corporation. "Implementation of and certification to BS 25999 has helped Repligen become more resilient, and agile by providing valuable insight into the issues and challenges that we may face in the event of a business interruption. We are very proud to be the first company in North America to have gained certification."

Media information Shereen Abuzobaa VP Marketing BSI Management Systems Email: shereen.abuzobaa@bsigroup.com Website: http://www.bsiamerica.com/ About BSI Management Systems

BSI Management Systems is one of the world's largest certification bodies, with over 60,000 certified locations and clients in more than 100 countries. Operating through a global network, BSI Management Systems provides assessment, certification and training services in all critical areas of management disciplines including:

-- Business Continuity -- Environment -- Food Safety -- Health & Safety -- Information Security -- Integrated Management -- Quality -- Social Accountability -- Sustainable Development -- IT Service Management About Repligen and Recombinant Protein A

Repligen is the world's leading supplier of recombinant Protein A, a consumable used in the manufacture of monoclonal antibodies. There are approximately 20 monoclonal antibodies that have received regulatory approval with more than 200 products in various stages of clinical development. The worldwide revenues from this class of drug exceeded $20 billion in 2006 and are forecast to exceed $30 billion in 2010. Monoclonal antibodies are the largest and fastest growing class of drug in the biopharmaceutical industry. (http://www.repligen.com/)

BSI Management Systems

CONTACT: Shereen Abuzobaa, VP Marketing of BSI Management Systems,
shereen.abuzobaa@bsigroup.com

Web site: http://www.bsiamerica.com/
http://www.repligen.com/

Solera National Bank Announces Launch of Remote Deposit Capture

LAKEWOOD, Colo., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Solera National Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Solera National Bancorp, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SLRK) , announced today that it has launched Solera DepositXpress, a Remote Deposit Capture service that enables commercial customers to scan checks at their desktops and electronically send check images and deposit information directly to the bank. The basic requirements to participate in the service include a personal computer, an internet connection and a check scanner.

Paul Ferguson, Solera National Bank CEO commented, "Solera DepositXpress is tailored to meet the needs of our commercial customers. Deposits can be made online in a safe and secure environment. By using this service, our customers are able to save on transportation costs while improving their funds availability. The implementation process is straightforward and the service is easy to use. Importantly, Solera DepositXpress should enable us to compete aggressively for commercial customers outside of our immediate branch trade area."

Solera National Bank is a traditional, community commercial bank with a core-competency in servicing and understanding the culturally diverse and dynamic Hispanic market.

For more information, please contact: Mr. Paul M. Ferguson Tel: 303-202-0934 Email: PFerguson@SoleraBank.com Cautions Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

All information in this news release consists of forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The statements contained in this release, which are not historical facts and that relate to future plans or projected results of Solera National Bancorp, Inc. ("Company") and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Solera National Bank ("Bank"), are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, anticipated or implied. These risks and uncertainties can include the risks associated with the ability to grow the Bank and the services it provides, the ability to successfully integrate new business lines and expand into new markets, competition in the marketplace, general economic conditions and many other risks described in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The most significant of these uncertainties are described in our 2007 Annual Report on Form 10-K all of which any reader of this release is encouraged to study (including all amendments to those reports) and exhibits to those reports, and include (but are not limited to) the following: the Company has a very limited operating history upon which to base an estimate of its future financial performance; the Company expects to incur losses during its initial years of operations; the Bank's failure to implement its business strategies may adversely affect the Company's financial performance; the departures of key personnel or directors may impair the Bank's operations; and general economic and market conditions. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement. Readers of this release are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

Solera National Bank

CONTACT: Paul M. Ferguson of Solera National Bank, +1-303-202-0934,
PFerguson@SoleraBank.com

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

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