Navarre Corporation to Announce First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2009 Results on August 1, 2008

MINNEAPOLIS, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Navarre Corporation , a publisher and distributor of physical and digital home entertainment and multimedia software products, today announced that it will report its financial results for the first quarter of its fiscal year 2009, ended June 30, 2008, following the closing of the market on August 1, 2008.

In conjunction with this press release, senior management will host a conference call to discuss the Company's results at 11:00 a.m. ET, Monday, August 4, 2008. The call will be hosted by Mr. Cary Deacon, Chief Executive Officer.

The conference call can be accessed by dialing (800) 573-4840, conference participant passcode "14887546", ten minutes prior to the scheduled start time. In addition, this call will be simultaneously broadcast live over the internet and can be accessed in the "Investors" section of the Company's web site located at http://www.navarre.com/. Those wishing to access the call through the internet should go to the Company's web site 15 minutes prior to the start time to register and download any necessary software needed to listen to the call. A replay of the conference call will be available at the Company's web site following the call's completion.

About Navarre Corporation

Navarre(R) Corporation is a publisher and distributor of physical and digital home entertainment and multimedia products, including PC software, DVD video, video games and accessories. Navarre develops, licenses and publishes home entertainment and multimedia content through its Encore, BCI, and FUNimation subsidiaries and has established distribution relationships with customers across a wide spectrum of retail channels. Navarre was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in New Hope, Minnesota. Additional information regarding Navarre can be found at http://www.navarre.com/.

Navarre Corporation

CONTACT: Navarre Investor Relations, +1-763-535-8333, ir@navarre.com

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

Federal Signal Announces Favorable Litigation OutcomePlaintiffs Withdraw Cases/Judge Enters Order Dismissing 39 Plaintiffs in Cook County, IL Hearing Loss Litigation

OAK BROOK, Ill., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Federal Signal Corporation , a leader in advancing security and well-being, announced that the court entered an order yesterday dismissing all 39 firefighter plaintiffs that were set to go to trial in September of this year, following plaintiffs' motion to withdraw the cases. If plaintiffs' counsel seeks to re-file these cases during the one year re-filing period, the Judge will hear Federal Signal's motion for sanctions, costs and attorneys' fees.

Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP successfully defended Federal Signal at trial earlier this year and appeared for the Company at the hearing on the non-suit motion. Bartlit Beck attorney Phil Beck commented that, "The dismissal of these 39 plaintiffs' claims, which follows on the 27 favorable jury verdicts for Federal Signal in April, is another sign that plaintiffs have been pursuing meritless cases, and represents a significant step forward in the Company's defense of this litigation."

Federal Signal has also achieved success in the defense of claims pending outside Illinois during 2008 including the voluntary dismissal of all pending firefighter claims in Missouri in May and the dismissal of the New York firefighters' complaint in January.

About Federal Signal

Federal Signal Corporation is a leader in advancing security and well-being for communities and workplaces around the world. The company designs and manufactures a suite of products and integrated solutions for municipal, governmental, industrial and airport customers. Federal Signal's portfolio of trusted, high-priority products include Bronto aerial devices, Elgin and Ravo street sweepers, E-ONE fire apparatus, Federal Signal safety and security systems, Guzzler industrial vacuums, Jetstream waterblasters and Vactor sewer cleaners. Federal Signal was founded in 1901 and is based in Oak Brook, Illinois. http://www.federalsignal.com/

Federal Signal Corporation

CONTACT: investors, David Janek of Federal Signal Corporation,
+1-630-954-2000, djanek@federalsignal.com

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

Energy Focus, Inc. Invites You to Participate in Its Second Quarter, 2008 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast

SOLON, Ohio, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Energy Focus, Inc. management will host a conference call on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. EDT (1:30 p.m. PDT) to review the Second quarter, 2008 financial results and other corporate events, followed by a Q & A session. Dialing 1-888-542-9137 (US Canada) or 1-706-758-4961 (International/Local) can access the call. The conference ID number is 57749055. Participants are asked to call the assigned number approximately 10 minutes before the conference call begins.

A replay of the conference call will be available two hours after the call for the following 7 days by dialing 1-800-642-1687 (US/Canada) or 1-706-645-9291 (international/local) and entering the following pass code: 57749055. Also, an instant replay of the conference call will be available over the Internet at http://www.energyfocusinc.com/ and will remain available for one year in the Investor Relations area of the site.

About Energy Focus, Inc.

Energy Focus, Inc. is the leading supplier of fiber optic lighting and the world's only supplier of EFO(R), a lighting technology that is more efficient than conventional electric lamps. Energy Focus products are designed, manufactured and marketed for the commercial lighting, sign and swimming pool, and spa markets. Energy Focus fiber optic lighting provides energy savings, aesthetic, safety and maintenance cost benefits over conventional lighting. Customers include supermarket chains, retail stores, fast food restaurants, theme parks and casinos, hotels, swimming pool builders, spa manufacturers and many others. Company headquarters are located at 32000 Aurora Rd., Solon, OH 44139. The Company has additional offices in Pleasanton, CA, United Kingdom and Germany. For more information, see http://www.energyfocusinc.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include statements regarding the business outlook for EFO systems. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from the results predicted. Risk factors that could affect the Company's future include, but are not limited to, the slowing U.S. and world economy and its effects on Energy Focus's markets, failure to develop marketable products from new technologies, failure of EFO or other new products to meet performance expectation. For more information about potential factors which could affect Energy Focus financial results, please refer to the Energy Focus SEC reports, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007, and its quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. Energy Focus disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

Energy Focus, Inc.

CONTACT: Energy Focus, Inc., Public Relations Office, +1-440-715-1295,
pr@energyfocusinc.com

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

CarMax Says Online Searches Rise for Fuel-Efficient Cars

RICHMOND, Va., July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- CarMax, Inc. the nation's largest retailer of used cars, reports that searches on carmax.com for smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles increased in June. According to carmax.com, search frequency rankings for several vehicles with higher estimated miles per gallon (mpg) have increased.

-- The Mazda3, with an estimated 24/32* mpg, leaped from 39th in March to 16th in June.

-- The Toyota Corolla, with an estimated 28/37* mpg, jumped from 9th to 4th place over the same time period.

-- Outside the top 20, the Volkswagen Beetle, with an estimated 21/28* mpg made a big leap from 71st place to 40th since March.

"With gas prices continuing to rise, fuel efficiency has increased in importance for many shoppers," said Ann Yauger, director of carmax.com. "On carmax.com, we offer a robust research section that allows consumers to find the best car for their needs."

Of the three makes and models highlighted, there are a combined total of nearly 1,000 of them, as of this release, available on carmax.com for sale and can be transferred to the nearest CarMax store.

The CarMax website can be used to research information on vehicles of various makes and models. Online shoppers can search the company's inventory of more than 25,000 new and used cars. The website showcases vehicles with multiple photos, the no-haggle price, and information on features, options, fuel economy and customer reviews. Visits to carmax.com continue to increase, and approximately 70 percent of in-store customers visit the website before coming to the store.

About CarMax

CarMax, a FORTUNE 500 company, and one of the FORTUNE 2008 "100 Best Companies to Work For," is the nation's largest retailer of used cars. Headquartered in Richmond, Va., CarMax currently operates 98 used car superstores in 46 markets. The unique CarMax consumer offer provides our customers the opportunity to shop for vehicles the way they shop for items at other national retailers, and it is structured around four customer benefits: low, no-haggle prices; a broad selection; high quality vehicles; and a customer-friendly sales process. During the twelve months ended February 29, 2008, the company retailed 377,244 used vehicles and sold 222,406 wholesale vehicles at its in-store auctions. For more information, access the CarMax website at http://www.carmax.com/.

* Note: Miles per gallon as displayed above is city/highway miles based on 2006-2007 models and is provided by the EPA at http://www.fueleconomy.gov/.

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CONTACT: Trina Lee, Public Relations Director, +1-804-747-0422, ext.
4197, or Chris Wilmore, Assistant Public Relations Manager, New Media,
+1-804-747-0422, ext. 4773, both of CarMax, Inc.

Web site: http://www.carmax.com/
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/

Tyco International Acquires Last Major Sensormatic(R) Franchise

PEMBROKE, Bermuda, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tyco International Ltd. announced today an agreement to purchase substantially all of the assets of Sensormatic Security Corporation (SSC) for approximately $81 million. SSC is a franchisee of Sensormatic Electronics Corporation in the states of Virginia and Maryland and in the District of Columbia.

Sensormatic Electronics Corporation originally granted the franchise to SSC more than 40 years ago, prior to Tyco's acquisition of Sensormatic in 2001. It is the last remaining major Sensormatic franchise. Under the original agreement, SSC was granted rights to sell, install and service certain Sensormatic products and entitled to commissions on certain Sensormatic products sold, installed or shipped into its franchise territories by other companies.

The transaction is expected to close as soon as practicable following satisfaction of all closing conditions. Contemporaneously, Sensormatic and SSC will also settle the previously disclosed litigation between the parties related to the SSC franchise.

Sensormatic, part of Tyco International, is the industry leading provider of retail loss prevention solutions. The Sensormatic solutions portfolio is sold through ADT and Tyco partners around the world.

ABOUT TYCO INTERNATIONAL

Tyco International is a diversified, global company that provides vital products and services to customers in more than 60 countries. Tyco is a leading provider of security products and services, fire protection and detection products and services, valves and controls, and other industrial products. Tyco had 2007 revenue of more than $18 billion and has 118,000 employees worldwide. More information on Tyco can be found at http://www.tyco.com/.

Tyco International Ltd.

CONTACT: News Media, Paul Fitzhenry, +1-609-720-4261,
pfitzhenry@tyco.com, or Investor Relations, Ed Arditte, +1-609-720-4621, or
Antonella Franzen, +1-609-720-4665, all of Tyco International Ltd.

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

EMCORE's Wins 2008 R&D 100 Award For Inverted Metamorphic Multi-Junction Solar Cell Technology

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- EMCORE Corporation a leading provider of Semi-conductor-based components and subsystems for the broadband, fiber-optic, satellite and terrestrial solar power markets, announced today that its world record Inverted Metamorphic (IMM) solar cell technology has been chosen by R&D Magazine for an R&D 100 award. This prestigious award recognizes the IMM solar cell as one of the most innovative technologies of 2008.

This revolutionary solar cell technology provides a platform for EMCORE's next generation photovoltaic products for space and terrestrial solar power applications. Solar cells built using IMM technology recently achieved world record conversion efficiency of 33% used in space, and it is anticipated that efficiency levels in the 42%-45% range will be achieved when adapted for use under the 500-1500X concentrated illumination, typical in terrestrial concentrator photovoltaic (CPV) systems. Once commercialized, the CPV systems that are powered with EMCORE's IMM based products will see a reduction in the cost of power generated by approximately 10% to 20%. EMCORE expects to commercialize this technology for both space and terrestrial applications in 2009.

Developed in conjunction with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the Vehicle Systems Directorate of the US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), the IMM design is comprised of a novel combination of compound semiconductors that enables a superior response to the solar spectrum as compared to conventional multi-junction architecture. Due to its unique design, the IMM cell is approximately one fifteenth the thickness of the conventional multi-junction solar cell and will enable a new class of extremely lightweight, high-efficiency, and flexible solar arrays for space applications. Furthermore, this technology can be readily integrated into EMCORE's complete line of CPV receiver products and the increased conversion efficiency will enable the most cost effective CPV systems. EMCORE has developed a strong intellectual property position for this innovative technology, with over 10 patents pending in the area of solar cell design and manufacturing techniques.

David Danzilio, Vice President and General Manager of EMCORE's Photovoltaics Division stated, "We are pleased that the IMM solar cell platform has been chosen as one of the top technical innovations of 2008. In collaboration with NREL and AFRL, our industry leading scientists and engineers continue to refine and optimize multi-junction solar cell technology to reach higher and higher efficiency performance. This continual investment in our fundamental solar cell technology and production capabilities will support our customer's needs and enable the next generation of space and terrestrial solar power systems in performance and cost."

About EMCORE:

EMCORE Corporation is a leading provider of compound semiconductor-based components and subsystems for the broadband, fiber optic, satellite and terrestrial solar power markets. EMCORE's Fiber Optics unit offers optical components, subsystems and systems that enable the transmission of video, voice and data over high-capacity fiber optic cables for high-speed data and telecommunications, cable television (CATV) and fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) networks. EMCORE's Solar Power unit provides solar products for satellite and terrestrial applications. For satellite applications, EMCORE offers high-efficiency compound semiconductor-based gallium arsenide (GaAs) solar cells, covered interconnect cells and fully integrated solar panels. For terrestrial applications, EMCORE offers concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) systems for utility scale solar applications as well as offering its high-efficiency GaAs solar cells and CPV components for use in solar power concentrator systems. For specific information about our company, our products or the markets we serve, please visit our website at http://www.emcore.com/ .

Safe Harbor

Statements in this press release that are not historical facts, and the assumptions underlying such statements, constitute "forward-looking statements" and assumptions underlying "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 and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including (a) the failure of the products mentioned (i) to perform as expected without material defects, (ii) to be manufactured at acceptable volumes, yields, and cost, and (iii) to be successful under field conditions, and (b) the ability by the Company's customers to achieve their own business goals and objectives, and to complete the purchases contemplated by the agreements. Readers should also review the risk factors set forth in EMCORE's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2007. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof, and EMCORE does not assume any obligation to update these statements.

CONTACT: EMCORE Corporation Adam Gushard Interim Chief Financial Officer (505) 332-5000 info@emcore.com TTC Group Vic Allgeier (646) 290-6400 vic@ttcominc.com

EMCORE Corporation

CONTACT: Adam Gushard, Interim Chief Financial Officer of EMCORE
Corporation, +1-505-332-5000, info@emcore.com; or Vic Allgeier of TTC Group,
+1-646-290-6400, vic@ttcominc.com, for EMCORE Corporation

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

Honeywell Declares Quarterly Dividend

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Board of Directors of Honeywell has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share on the company's outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on September 10, 2008 to shareowners of record at the close of business on August 20, 2008.

Honeywell International is a $37 billion diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell's shares are traded on the New York, London and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For additional information, please visit http://www.honeywell.com/.

This release contains certain statements that may be deemed "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intends, expects, projects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based upon certain assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors they believe to be appropriate. The forward-looking statements included in this release are also subject to a number of material risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental, and technological factors affecting our operations, markets, products, services and prices. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by such forward-looking statements.

Media: Investor Relations: Robert C. Ferris Murray Grainger (973) 455-3388 (973) 455-2222 rob.ferris@honeywell.com murray.grainger@honeywell.com

Honeywell

CONTACT: Media, Robert C. Ferris, +1-973-455-3388,
rob.ferris@honeywell.com, or Investor Relations, Murray Grainger,
+1-973-455-2222, murray.grainger@honeywell.com

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

Tuskegee Airmen Awards Colorado Student the Pratt & Whitney Golden Eagle Scholarship

EAST HARTFORD, Conn., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Pratt & Whitney, a United Technologies Corp. company, in partnership with the Tuskegee Airmen Inc., awarded the 2008 Golden Eagle Scholarship to Mahad Fahieh of Aurora, Colorado. The four-year, $20,000 award, funded by Pratt & Whitney, recognizes a high school senior who has demonstrated aptitude for aerospace technology and aviation.

The Golden Eagle Scholarship is the largest single endowment awarded by the Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Fund. Under the terms of the scholarship, Mahad will receive $5,000 each year for four years. He was presented with his award during the Youth Luncheon at the Tuskegee Airmen Convention on July 19 in Philadelphia. Orville Bailey, director of quality assurance for Pratt & Whitney's Middletown Engine Center in Connecticut, presented the scholarship on behalf of Pratt & Whitney. Bailey will also serve as Mahad's mentor during his college career.

"Mahad Fahieh has demonstrated superior academic achievement and meaningful community involvement; he is determined to focus on career goals that will set him apart from the others," said Jerry Hodges, chairman of the Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Fund. "Mahad is an individual who will succeed in any endeavor that he attempts. The Tuskegee Airmen and Pratt & Whitney are fortunate to be partners in the future development of this talented scholar."

Mahad is a graduate of Smoky Hill High School in Aurora, Colorado, where he was on the honor roll all four years. He was one of six individuals chosen as a Rosen Scholar, an award which comes with the opportunity to intern at the Denver Museum. Mahad's many achievements include receiving the 2007 Jack and Jill Beau Award given to the highest achieving African Americans in Colorado as well as the 2007 All School Award presented to him for outstanding academic achievement. Mahad plans to study Aerospace Engineering at the University of Colorado, Boulder, while participating in the Air Force ROTC program to gain flight experience. He is pursuing his private pilot's license through the Mile High Flight Program in his home state.

"My parents taught me the value of education and not to take it for granted. They encouraged me to put 150 percent of my effort into whatever I choose to do," said Mahad Fahieh. "I try to give back to my community through volunteerism and mentoring, helping others just as many have done for me."

The Tuskegee Airmen of World War II enlisted in the military to become America's first black military airmen. They came from every section of the country including New York City, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia and Detroit. Each possessed a strong personal desire to serve and defend the United States of America.

Pratt & Whitney donates more than $4.5 million to nonprofit and educational institutions each year. Its philanthropic giving promotes environmental initiatives that protect our natural resources, encourages the development of the next generation of engineers and researchers through math and science education, and supports programs that enhance the cultural life of our communities through the arts.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines, space propulsion systems and industrial gas turbines. United Technologies, based in Hartford, Conn., is a diversified company providing high technology products and services to the global aerospace and building industries.

Contact: Jennifer Whitlow 860.565.9600 jennifer.whitlow@pw.utc.com

Pratt & Whitney

CONTACT: Jennifer Whitlow of Pratt & Whitney, +1-860-565-9600,
jennifer.whitlow@pw.utc.com

Web site: http://www.pratt-whitney.com/

Microsoft fera l'acquisition de DATAllegro

ALISO VIEJO, Californie et REDMOND, Washington, July 25 /PRNewswire/ --

- Les leaders de l'entreposage de données s'unissent pour fournir des solutions de veille économique à grande échelle.

Microsoft Corp a annoncé aujourd'hui son intention d'acquérir DATAllegro Inc, un fournisseur de serveurs révolutionnaires d'entrepôt de données (data warehouse). L'acquisition permettra à Microsoft d'étendre les capacités de ses plateformes de données vitales ; ainsi, les clients de toutes tailles de Microsoft pourront gérer et avoir un aperçu, plus facilement et à moindre coût, de la quantité en constante augmentation de données générées par et pour les entreprises, les employés et les clients.

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<< DATAllegro est une entreprise extrêmement innovante qui a commencé à redéfinir le marché de l'entrepôt de données >>, a affirmé Ted Kummert, vice-président de groupe de la division des plateformes de données et de stockage à Microsoft. << Microsoft SQL Server 2008 offre des capacités de niveau d'entreprise en matière de veille économique et d'entreposage de données, et l'ajout de l'équipe et de la technologie de DATAllegro propulsera notre plateforme de données au niveau le plus élevé d'entreposage de données. >>

<< L'intégration de la plateforme matérielle et de l'architecture logicielle flexible non propriétaire de DATAllegro à Microsoft SQL Server proposera aux clients la meilleure offre du marché >>, a déclaré Stuart Frost, PDG de DATAllegro. << Nous sommes impatients d'unir nos forces à celles de Microsoft et de poursuivre dans la voie de l'innovation, sur laquelle cette entreprise a été fondée. >>

À la différence de la plupart des fournisseurs de serveurs d'entrepôt de données qui prennent en charge une plage allant de 1 à 25 téraoctets, DATAllegro s'est spécialisée dans les entrepôts de données de grand volume et de haute performance. Les installations de serveurs d'entrepôt de données de DATAllegro affichent quelques-unes des plus importantes capacités en volume de données du secteur : jusqu'à plusieurs centaines de téraoctets sur un seul système. Les clients de DATAllegro appartiennent à divers marchés, notamment la vente de détail, les télécommunications et la production.

Selon un rapport de Donald Feinberg de Gartner Inc, << Le taux d'adoption des serveurs d'entrepôt de données augmente rapidement en raison de leur importance stratégique pour les entreprises aussi bien que de leur évolution. >> (<< Data Warehouse Appliances Are More Than Just Plug-And-Play >>, 13 juillet 2007.)

Outre le fait qu'elle offre des capacités étendues, la technologie de DATAllegro, dont le brevet est en instance, est conçue pour les charges de travail complexes comprenant des requêtes mixtes avec de nombreux accès simultanés. DATAllegro représente l'un des rares serveurs d'entrepôt de données développés sur une plateforme matérielle non propriétaire qui comprend des serveurs Dell et Bull et des espaces de stockage EMC. Cette architecture flexible est idéale pour une intégration à Microsoft SQL Server.

Après avoir procédé à l'acquisition, Microsoft conservera l'essentiel de l'équipe de DATAllegro ainsi que son siège social à Aliso Viejo, en Californie, et en fera un centre d'excellence pour l'entreposage de données. Les clients actuels de DATAllegro continueront à bénéficier de son service à la clientèle.

<< Nous sommes enchantés de soutenir l'acquisition en cours de DATAllegro >>, a déclaré Lisa Lambert, directrice générale de Software and Solutions Group pour Intel Capital. << L'intégration de DATAllegro à SQL Server représente la meilleure solution de nouvelle génération qui soit disponible, et l'acquisition par Microsoft est une superbe conclusion pour l'entreprise. >>

Microsoft s'emploie à proposer à ses clients de toutes tailles non seulement une base de données, mais également une plateforme de données, dans le but de les assister pour qu'ils puissent suivre l'<< explosion des données >> actuelle et pour leur permettre de bénéficier de la nouvelle génération d'applications axées sur les données. Leader dans le domaine de l'entreposage de données et de la veille économique (BI), Microsoft SQL Server comprend des fonctionnalités prêtes à l'emploi, complètes et intimement intégrées pour la gestion des données ainsi que pour la veille économique avancée. SQL Server transmet la vision de Microsoft pour une veille économique omniprésente en fournissant des capacités d'entreposage de données à grande échelle, une excellente interopérabilité avec Microsoft Office et des fonctionnalités avancées pour les solutions de veille économique de Microsoft. SQL Server est un élément clé de la vaste plateforme d'applications de Microsoft, un portefeuille de capacités technologiques et de produits essentiels qui aident les entreprises à développer, à déployer et à gérer des applications dynamiques et une infrastructure informatique.

À propos de DATAllegro

DATAllegro propose les serveurs d'entrepôt de données les plus évolués sur une plateforme de niveau d'entreprise. En associant les logiciels en instance de brevet de DATAllegro aux meilleures technologies de matériel, de stockage et de base de données, DATAllegro a fait franchir un nouveau pas aux performances et à l'innovation de l'entreposage de données. Le serveur DATAllegro v3 dépasse les excellentes performances de la première génération d'entrepôts de données et ajoute la flexibilité et la modularité que seule une plateforme ouverte peut offrir. Le résultat est un serveur d'entrepôt de données complet qui permet aux entreprises disposant de larges volumes de données d'augmenter leur veille économique.

À propos de Microsoft

Fondé en 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq : << MSFT >>) est le leader mondial en logiciels, services et solutions qui aident les particuliers et les entreprises à réaliser leur plein potentiel.

À propos de Microsoft EMEA (Europe, Moyen-Orient et Afrique)

Microsoft est présent dans la région EMEA depuis 1982. Microsoft emploie plus de 16 000 personnes dans 64 filiales de la région, fournissant des produits et des services dans plus de 139 pays et territoires.

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Microsoft

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Access Integrated Technologies, Inc. First Quarter Earnings Conference Call Notification

MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Access Integrated Technologies, Inc. ("AccessIT") will hold a conference call and simultaneous Web cast on Thursday, August 7th, to announce its financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2008. The call will begin at 10:30 a.m. EDT.

To participate in the conference call, please dial 719.325.4908 at least five minutes before the start of the call. No passcode is required. An audio Web cast of the call will be accessible at http://www.accessitx.com/. Those who wish to listen to the conference call on the web should visit the Investor Relations section of the company's Website at least 15 minutes prior to the event's broadcast. Then, follow the instructions provided to assure that the necessary audio applications are downloaded and installed. These programs can be obtained at no charge.

A replay of the call will be available after 1:30 p.m. eastern at 719.457.0820 or 888.203.1112, passcode 3868943. The replay will be accessible through Thursday, August 14th.

AccessIT will issue its earnings press release on August 7, 2008. The release can be accessed via PRNewswire or by visiting http://www.accessitx.com/.

Access Integrated Technologies, Inc. (AccessIT) is the global leader in providing integrated solutions for digital cinema. The Company's ground-breaking digital cinema networked services along with its Library Management Server(R) and Theatre Command Center(R) software have enabled theatres across the United States to play almost eight million digital showings of Hollywood features to date. AccessIT's 24/7 satellite operations delivers feature movies, alternative content advertising, and pre-show entertainment through its UniqueScreen Media subsidiary, including live 2-D and 3-D events through its CineLive(R) satellite network, expanding box office sales and developing new ways to attract incremental revenues. Through its alternative content distribution unit, The Bigger Picture, AccessIT offers channels of programming including Opera, Kidtoons, Faith Based, Concerts, Sports and Anime. Access Integrated Technologies(R) and AccessIT(TM) are trademarks of Access Integrated Technologies, Inc. For more information on AccessIT, visit http://www.accessitx.com/. [AIXD-E]

Contact: Suzanne Moore AccessIT 973.290.0080 smoore@accessitx.com

Access Integrated Technologies, Inc.

CONTACT: Suzanne Moore of AccessIT, +1-973-290-0080,
smoore@accessitx.com

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

[video] Stocks Covered on This Week's Episode of WallSt.net's News Magazine: ISYS, JSDA, IFDG, ALTR, and ATML

NEW YORK, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- WallSt.net's News Magazine is a half-hour television program that is scheduled to air on Sundays at 5:30 p.m. EDT (2:30 p.m. PDT) on the Fox Business Network.

The show features compelling interviews with public company CEOs, informative trading strategies from investment professionals, and the latest headlines from public companies from around the world.

Episodes of WallSt.net's News Magazine can also be viewed in their entirety on the Web at: http://tv.wallst.net/news-magazine/news-magazine.php.

The following companies will be featured on this Sunday's program: -- Integral Systems, Inc. -- Jones Soda Co. -- International Food Products Group, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: IFDG) -- Altera Corp. -- Atmel Corp. About WallStreet Direct, Inc.

WallStreet Direct, Inc. a wholly-owned subsidiary of Financial Media Group, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: FNGP) , owns and operates WallSt.net (http://www.wallst.net/), a leading source of up-to-the-minute business news, comprehensive financial tools and original multimedia content for the investment community. In addition to WallSt.net, WallStreet Direct owns and operates WallStRadio (http://radio.wallst.net/) an online hub for business podcasts from well-known business news personalities and publishers, and WallStTV (http://tv.wallst.net/), a hub for business and finance video programming. WallStreet Direct, Inc. has received five hundred sixty dollars from Integral Systems, Inc. for media and advertising services. WallStreet Direct, Inc. has received four million restricted shares of IFDG from International Food Products Group, Inc. for media and advertising services. To read our full disclaimer, and for a complete list of our advertisers, and advertising relationships, visit http://www.wallst.net/disclaimer/disclaimer.php.

Contact: WallStreet Direct, Inc. 800-4-WALL-ST

WallStreet Direct, Inc.; Integral Systems, Inc.; Jones Soda Co.;

CONTACT: WallStreet Direct, Inc., 1-800-4-WALL-ST

Web site: http://tv.wallst.net/

CGI Transforms Wake County, North Carolina's Budget and Financial Processes with AMS Advantage(R) ERPStock Market Symbols GIB.A (TSX) GIB (NYSE)

FAIRFAX, VA, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CGI Group Inc. (TSX: GIB.A; NYSE: GIB), a leading provider of information technology and business process services, announced today that it has modernized Wake County, North Carolina's core budgeting and financial processes with its built-for-government AMS Advantage Financial Management and Performance Budgeting solutions. This project completes two of three phases to replace the County's legacy financial, budgeting and human resources systems with the full AMS Advantage enterprise resource planning (ERP) suite. This phase, valued at $1.9 million, is part of a project effort totaling $9.5 million. The third phase will implement AMS Advantage Human Resources Management to go into production in 2009

With AMS Advantage Performance Budgeting, Wake County has consolidated all budget information, forms and documentation into a single application, providing real time budget access, formulation and analysis. In addition, the AMS Advantage Financial Management solution moves the County's financial processes to one platform, significantly decreasing contract and payment processing time and allowing for electronic invoicing. Both phases of the project have enhanced the County's internal controls, eliminated paper-based processes and increased staff efficiency by enabling a focus on data analysis instead of data management.

"AMS Advantage will save us thousands of labor hours just during this first budget season. With the supporting documentation and justifications housed electronically within a single system, meetings with the County Manager will no longer require stacks of files and notebooks, rather a single laptop where the answers are just a click away," said Johnna Rogers, Wake County Budget and Management Services Director. "The robust features and configurability of AMS Advantage Performance Budgeting has enabled us to significantly improve our budget and decision-making processes."

"As the seventh fastest growing county in the U.S., we were looking for a financial product to meet our needs for the next several decades. We found it with AMS Advantage," said Melinda Canady, Wake County Finance Director. "The integration of Performance Budgeting, Financial Management, and the soon-to-be Human Resources Management will dramatically improve our processes and access to management information. We look forward to continued improvement with CGI as our partner."

"CGI's AMS Advantage is the leading ERP solution for state and local governments. With a record of improving operations, AMS Advantage increases accountability and access to vital management information while reducing clients' total cost of ownership," said Dave Cavan, Vice-President, CGI. "Wake County's success in their first two phases is a great achievement, and CGI looks forward to working with the County to deliver additional high quality business results with AMS Advantage Human Resources Management."

About CGI

Founded in 1976, CGI Group Inc. is one of the largest independent information technology and business process services firms in the world. CGI and its affiliated companies employ approximately 27,000 professionals. CGI provides end-to-end IT and business process services to clients worldwide from offices in Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific as well as from centers of excellence in North America, Europe and India. CGI's annual revenue run rate stands at $3.8 billion and at March 31st, 2008, CGI's order backlog was $12.04 billion. CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB) and are included in the S&P/TSX Composite Index as well as the S&P/TSX Capped Information Technology and MidCap Indices. Website: http://www.cgi.com/.

CGI GROUP INC.

CONTACT: Investors: Lorne Gorber, Vice-President, Global Communications
and Investor Relations, (514) 841-3355, lorne.gorber@cgi.com; Media: Linda
Odorisio, Vice-President, US Communications, (703) 267-8118,
linda.odorisio@cgi.com

VimpelCom Group Issues Ruble Bonds in the Equivalent Amount of Approximately $428 Million

MOSCOW, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Open Joint Stock Company "Vimpel-Communications" ("VimpelCom" or the "Company") today announced that it has issued Russian ruble-denominated bonds through LLC VimpelCom-Invest, a consolidated Russian subsidiary of VimpelCom, in an aggregate principal amount of 10 billion Russian rubles, which is the equivalent of approximately $428 million at today's Central Bank of Russia exchange rate. The bonds are guaranteed by VimpelCom. The bonds are due on July 19, 2013. Interest will be paid semiannually. The annual interest rate for the first three payment periods is 9.05%. VimpelCom-Invest will determine the annual interest rate for subsequent periods based on market conditions. Bond holders will have the right to sell their bonds to VimpelCom-Invest when the annual interest rate for subsequent periods is announced at the end of the third payment period. The proceeds of the offering will be used for the development and expansion of VimpelCom's networks, including through possible acquisitions or investments in existing operators, and to repay indebtedness.

This release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities, nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any state in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state. The securities will not be registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). Unless and until so registered, the securities may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws.

The VimpelCom Group is a telecommunications operator, providing voice and data services, covered through a range of wireless, fixed and broadband technologies. The Group includes companies operating in Russia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Georgia and Armenia, in territories with a total population of about 250 million. VimpelCom was the first Russian company to list its shares on the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE"). VimpelCom's ADSs are listed on the NYSE under the symbol "VIP".

This release contains "forward-looking statements", as the phrase is defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements relate to the Company's intended use of the proceeds from the bond issue described above and are based on Management's best assessment of the Company's strategic and financial position and of future market conditions and trends. These statements involve risks and uncertainties. The actual outcome may differ materially from these statements as a result of, among other things, unforeseen developments from competition, governmental regulations of the wireless telecommunications industry, general political uncertainties and general economic developments in Russia, the CIS and VimpelCom's other areas of operation. As a result of such risks and uncertainties, there can be no assurance that the effects of competition or current or future changes in the political, economic and social environment or current or future regulation of the telecommunications industry in Russia, the CIS and VimpelCom's other areas of operations will not have a material adverse effect on the VimpelCom Group and there can be no assurance that VimpelCom will be able to use the proceeds as stated herein. Certain factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in any forward-looking statements include the risks described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2007 and other public filings made by the Company with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, which risk factors are incorporated herein by reference. VimpelCom disclaims any obligation to update developments of these risk factors or to announce publicly any revision to any of the forward-looking statements contained in this release, or to make corrections to reflect future events or developments.

Vimpel-Communications

CONTACT: Alexander Boreyko of VimpelCom, +7-495-910-5977,
Investor_Relations@vimpelcom.com; or Michael Polyviou of FD, +1-212-850-5600,
mpolyviou@fd-us.com

Verizon Wireless Expands Service in Washington County, Florida

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless has activated a new advanced digital cell site along East Jackson Avenue in Chipley, designed to provide enhanced wireless service to residents, businesses and visitors throughout Washington County.

With the new site, which utilizes high-speed Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) Revision A (Rev. A) technology, customers will enjoy clearer call reception and faster speeds when downloading music and games and sending text, picture and video messages. Customers using BroadbandAccess, the company's high-speed business data service, can now expect average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits per second and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps.

The new cell site is part of the company's continuing investment to expand coverage, increase capacity and enhance the quality of its wireless voice and data network in Florida and throughout the country. Verizon Wireless has invested more than $1.7 billion in Florida and more than $45 billion nationally since the company was formed. The company spent $178 million to enhance services and coverage throughout Florida during 2007 alone.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 68.7 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 70,000 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: Chuck Hamby of Verizon Wireless, +1-813-615-4803,
Chuck.Hamby@verizonwireless.com

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

Raytheon Network Centric Systems Names Green Vice President for Joint Operations and Integration

MCKINNEY, Texas, July 25, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Company's Network Centric Systems has named Stanley E. Green vice president for joint operations and integration.

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Green will be responsible for the full range of transformation and business initiatives involving the Joint Chiefs of Staff, joint operations, Joint Forces Command, and the military component commands in the Tidewater, Va., area. He will be based at NCS headquarters in McKinney.

"Stan Green brings a wealth of expertise to our business development team," said Jack Costello, NCS vice president for business development and strategic planning. "His experience in uniform, in war and peace, and with the government interagency process makes him a perfect fit for this position, and we look forward to his contribution as the head of our joint operations efforts."

Green joins Raytheon after more than 37 years in the Army from which he retired in the rank of lieutenant general. In his most recent assignment, he served as the Inspector General of the Army -- one of the most carefully chosen positions in the service -- where he was responsible for monitoring, inspecting and periodically reporting on various aspects of discipline, efficiency, morale, training, and readiness in the Army. In that capacity, he reported directly to the secretary of the Army and the chief of staff of the Army.

His military and leadership experience also includes numerous senior staff positions, both in the Army and at the Joint level. He distinguished himself as the chief of staff of the Eighth U.S. Army, U.S. Forces, Korea, where he regularly worked with the United Nations and the Department of State. He was the deputy chief of staff for doctrine at the Army's Training and Doctrine Command where he was responsible for developing and distributing Army warfighting doctrine, and where he was instrumental in developing initial doctrine for the Army's Future Combat System. He also served as the deputy Inspector General of the Army, and as the commanding general of the United States Army Air Defense Artillery Center and Fort Bliss, Texas, where he was responsible for the Army's air defense branch.

Green has a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Texas, El Paso, and master's degrees in management from Webster University and in Strategic Studies from the National War College.

Raytheon Company, with 2007 sales of $21.3 billion, is a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 86 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 72,000 people worldwide.

Contact: George Rhynedance 703.284.4439

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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com Raytheon Company

CONTACT: George Rhynedance, +1-703-284-4439, for Raytheon Company

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

Ingram Micro North America Named Preferred Distributor by Citrix Systems, Inc.Top-rated IT Distributor Adds Business Enablement Resources and Vendor- Exclusive Expertise to Support Majority of Citrix Products Including XenApp, NetScaler, XenServer, XenDesktop, Access Gateway, WANscaler and Provisioning Server

SANTA ANA, Calif., July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Ingram Micro Inc. today announced it has earned distribution rights to the majority share of products from application-delivery infrastructure leader Citrix Systems, Inc. . Under the terms of the new Citrix Distribution Program, which takes effect Aug. 30, Ingram Micro will become the preferred North America distributor for Citrix's entire line of products, with the exception of those products not currently sold through distribution.

In conjunction with this news, Ingram Micro is increasing its Citrix-certified technical, sales and marketing support and will be debuting two new Citrix-centric partner enablement offerings:

* The Ingram Micro-Citrix Smart Enablement Program which rewards partners with redeemable credits that can be used to obtain Citrix-specific marketing elements and training at no cost.

* Ingram Micro-Citrix End-user Enablement Program, which provides select Citrix partners who sell Citrix products with targeted and qualified end-user leads throughout the U.S.

The new enablement programs will be available exclusively to Ingram Micro and Citrix partners in the U.S. and Canada.

"We selected Ingram Micro as our preferred distributor for North America because of its proven ability to grow our business year-over-year and bring high-value offerings, programs and personnel to Citrix partners within the U.S. and Canada," says Craig Stilwell, Vice President, Americas Marketing and Sales Support, Citrix Systems. "Ingram Micro's partner enablement resources, demand generation tools and Citrix-certified marketing, technical support and sales professionals play a critical role in the ongoing success of our channel partners, and work to maximize the business value and support partners gain from doing business with Citrix."

To further enable Citrix partners, Ingram Micro recently added additional Citrix products to its Solution Centers, located in Buffalo, N.Y. and Santa Ana, Calif. In addition, the best-in-class distributor, which is also a Citrix Authorized Learning Center, recently announced a number of new Live Online training offerings that make it easier and more cost-effective for Citrix partners to offer remote training on Citrix products to their technicians and end users.

"We've been a Citrix partner for eleven years and they've never let us down," says Peter Anderson, President, Bayshore Technologies, and a Citrix Platinum Partner. "Initially we were a little concerned about working with just one distributor, but after talking to Citrix, we have every confidence that this move will not only benefit our business, but also help us drive more value to our customers."

Jodi Honore, Ingram Micro's vice president of vendor management U.S., says the recent appointment by Citrix is a solid testimony of the ongoing services and strong business results that Ingram Micro delivers to IT manufacturers who truly embrace the channel and stand behind their technology and their partners.

"Citrix is an innovative company that is working hard to engage solution providers and establish the long-term partnerships manufacturers need to be successful," says Honore. "Strengthening this relationship enables us to do more for Citrix and its partners, especially when it comes to introducing new channel programs, expanding our enablement resources, and placing more emphasis on sales education and technical training through our VPN Dynamics team."

About Citrix

Citrix Systems, Inc. is the global leader and the most trusted name in application delivery infrastructure. More than 200,000 organizations worldwide rely on Citrix to deliver any application to users anywhere with the best performance, highest security and lowest cost. Citrix customers include 100 percent of the Fortune 100 companies and 99 percent of the Fortune Global 500, as well as hundreds of thousands of small businesses and prosumers. Citrix has approximately 7,680 channel and alliance partners in more than 100 countries. Annual revenue in 2007 was $1.4 billion.

About Ingram Micro

As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics services, technical support, financial services, and product aggregation and distribution. The company serves 150 countries and is the only broad-based global IT distributor with operations in Asia. Visit http://www.ingrammicro.com/.

Ingram Micro

CONTACT: Marie Meoli of WhiteFox Marketing & Communications,
+1-714-680-0335, marie.meoli@whitefoxpr.com, for Ingram Micro

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

Seven Summits Research Releases Alerts on RIG, GE, FSLR, CMI, and LO

CHICAGO, July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven Summits Research issues PriceWatch Alerts for key stocks.

Seven Summits Strategic Investments' PriceWatch Alerts are available at

http://www.iotogo.com/s/072508A (Note: You may have to copy this link into your browser then press the [ENTER] key.)

Today's PriceWatch Alerts cover the following stocks: Transocean, Inc. , General Electric Co. , First Solar, Inc. , Cummins Inc. , and Lorillard, Inc. .

Along with our PriceWatch Alerts, these brief reports contain a concise market overview, economic calendar and current news leaders and laggards. PriceWatch Alerts include hedged trade ideas designed to potentially protect investors from unexpected market shifts. While other market reports only provide stock news, we offer strategies that hedge investments against uncertainty. Hedged trades increase your chances of making a profit, even if a stock goes down.

"Our PriceWatch Alerts go beyond other market reports. Along with a brief concise market overview, each PriceWatch Alert provides useful strategies, which ensure potential investments are protected with basic hedging techniques," says Reid Stratton, Seven Summits Senior Analyst. "This brief report contains information that can benefit expert and novice investors who want to stay ahead of the market."

For essential information on stocks poised to move go to:

http://www.iotogo.com/s/072508A for Seven Summits Strategic Investments' PriceWatch Alerts.

Seven Summits Investment Research is an independent investment research group, which focuses on the U.S. equities and options markets. Our analytical tools, screening techniques, rigorous research methods and committed staff provide solid information to help our clients make the best possible investment decisions. For more information go to

http://www.sevensummitsinvestmentresearch.com/. CRD# 137114

All stocks and options shown are examples only -- not recommendations to buy or sell. Our picks do not represent a positive or negative outlook on any security. Potential returns do not take into account your trade size, brokerage commissions or taxes -- expenses that will affect actual investment returns. Stocks and options involve risk, thus they are not suitable for all investors. Prior to buying or selling options, a person should request a copy of Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options available from Catherine at 800-698-9101 or at http://www.cboe.com/Resources/Intro.aspx. Privacy policy available upon request.

Seven Summits Investment Research

CONTACT: Steve Blackbourniski of Seven Summits Investment Research,
+1-434-293-9100

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

Emma Sponsors New Research Showing the Importance of Personalized Email MarketingEmail Marketing Company Makes Findings Available for Complimentary Download

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Emma, the Web-based communications and marketing service, has chosen to sponsor the latest findings from the Aberdeen Group, a Harte-Hanks Company , detailing the importance of using personalization in email marketing campaigns and promotions.

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Titled "Email Marketing: Get Personal with Your Customers," the research reveals that organizations using email personalization techniques report an average order value that's 57% higher than their non-personalizing peers. In addition, those highest-rated companies are twice as likely to use the data they're collecting about their customers to tailor personalized content to smaller, more segmented audience groups.

"This is just the kind of report we'd like every email marketer to read, so we're thrilled to be sponsoring it," said Suzanne Norman, Emma's Director of Community Relations. "As more and more companies adopt email marketing to stay in touch with their customers, recipients will become choosier with the content they read and enjoy. Learning more about your subscribers -- then tailoring your content based on what you know -- is the surest way to send relevant, meaningful content that keeps your readers engaged."

"Perhaps the most significant finding is the impact segmentation can have on email performance," adds Ian Michiels, senior research analyst in Aberdeen's Customer Management Group. "Best-in-Class companies improved average customer retention rates by 5% and opt-in rates by 18% as a result of segmenting customers with email campaigns."

The study also showed that while 96% of organizations recognize the need for personalization, they often lack data to use in personalized emails and struggle to create personalized content. "Personalizing emails beyond the standard 'Dear Bob' first name greeting takes careful planning and cooperation," Norman continues. "But companies doing it right are retaining more customers and reporting better results, so this report reminds us all that being relevant isn't just being nice to your subscribers -- it's also being nice to your bottom line."

Through Emma's underwriting, the full report is available for download online at http://www.myemma.com/personalization .

About Emma

Emma is a Web-based email marketing and communications service that helps organizations use email to communicate and market in style. Designed with small and midsize business and agencies in mind, Emma makes it easy to create attractive email newsletters and campaigns, send to and segment large opt-in audiences, and track the response in real time. Launched in 2002, Emma currently powers the emails of Gibson Guitars, NYU, RachaelRay.com, Life is Good, NPR's Car Talk, and a growing number of stylish businesses, non-profits and agencies around the U.S. and abroad.

To learn more, visit http://www.myemma.com/ . 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/ .

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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com Emma Email Marketing

CONTACT: Rachael Kahne, Emma Email Marketing, +1-615-292-5888 ext. 122,
rachael [at] myemma [dot] com

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

City Telecom Announces It Has Received Requisite Consents With Respect to Its Tender Offer and Consent Solicitation for Its 8.75% Senior Notes due 2015

HONG KONG, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- City Telecom (H.K.) Limited (the "Company", SEHK: 1137, Nasdaq: CTEL), a corporation incorporated under the laws of Hong Kong, today announced it had received, as of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on July 24, 2008, tenders and consents from holders of a majority in aggregate principal amount of the Company's outstanding 8.75% Senior Notes due 2015 (the "Notes") in connection with its cash tender offer and consent solicitation for the Notes, which commenced on July 9, 2008.

It is expected that the Company will execute a supplemental indenture (the "Supplemental Indenture") to the indenture governing the Notes (the "Indenture") to, among other things, eliminate substantially all of the restrictive covenants and certain events of default provisions in the Indenture. The Supplemental Indenture will be immediately effective but will not become operative until a majority in aggregate principal amount of the outstanding Notes have been accepted for purchase pursuant to the terms of the tender offer and the consent solicitation.

The consent solicitation expired at 5:00 p.m. New York City time, on July 24, 2008 (the "Consent Date"). Holders who validly tendered Notes on or prior to the Consent Date will receive a consent payment of US$20 per US$1,000 principal amount of the Notes accepted for purchase (the "Consent Payment"), in addition to the tender offer consideration. Holders who validly tender their Notes after the Consent Date but before the expiration of the tender offer will not receive the Consent Payment, but will receive payment of the tender offer consideration of US$960 per US$1,000 principal amount of the Notes validly tendered and accepted for purchase on the payment date in accordance with the terms set forth in the Offer to Purchase and Consent Solicitation Statement. The tender offer will expire at 8:00 a.m. New York City time, on August 21, 2008 unless extended or earlier terminated (such date and time, as the same may be modified, the "Expiration Date").

HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. is acting as Dealer Manager for the tender offer and as the Solicitation Agent for the consent solicitation and can be contacted in New York at (888) HSBC-4LM (toll-free) or +1 (212) 525-5552 (collect), in Hong Kong at +852 2822-3071, in London at +44 (20) 7991-5874 or via e-mail at liability.management@hsbcib.com. D.F. King & Co., Inc. is the Information Agent and can be contacted at (212) 269-5550 (for banks and brokers only) or (800) 628-8532 (toll free). Copies of the Offer to Purchase and Consent Solicitation Statement and other related documents may be obtained from the Information Agent.

The Offer to Purchase and Consent Solicitation are being made solely on the terms and conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase and Consent Solicitation Statement. This communication is for informational purposes only and is qualified by reference to the Offer to Purchase and Consent Solicitation Statement. Under no circumstances shall this press release constitute an offer to buy or the solicitation of an offer to sell any securities of the Company. This press release also is not a solicitation of consents to the proposed amendments to the Indenture.

About City Telecom (H.K.) Limited

Established in 1992, City Telecom (H.K.) Limited provides integrated telecommunications services in Hong Kong. City Telecom's wholly-owned subsidiary, Hong Kong Broadband Network Limited (HKBN), is in the process of expanding its Next Generation Network from approximately 1.4mn to 2.0mn homes pass. HKBN has achieved an aggregate Voice, Broadband (symmetric 25Mbps up to 1Gbps), IP-TV and Corporate data services base in excess of 726,000 subscriptions. Additional information on City Telecom can be found at http://www.ctigroup.com.hk/.

City Telecom (H.K.) Limited

CONTACT: Corporate Communications, Jessie CHENG, +852-3145-4118, Fax,
+852-2199-8372, chengcm@ctihk.com, or Investors Relations, Peggy CHAN,
+852-3145-6068, Fax, +852-2199-8655, ir@ctihk.com

Web site: http://www.ctigroup.com.hk/

Nam Tai Electronics, Inc. Invites You to Join Its 2008 Unaudited Second Quarter Results Conference Call on the Web

NEW YORK, July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with Nam Tai Electronics, Inc.'s (NYSE Symbol: NTE) 2008 Unaudited Second Quarter Earnings Release, you are invited to listen to its conference call that will be broadcast live over the Internet on Monday, August 4, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

What: Nam Tai Electronics, Inc. 2008 Unaudited Second Quarter Results Conference Call

When: Monday, August 4, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Where: http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=49848

How: Live or replay on the Internet - Log on at the web address above or Live on the telephone - Dial (612) 288-0337 just prior to the start time.

Contact: Ms. Eve Leung, (852) 2263 1042

Nam Tai Electronics, Inc. is an electronics manufacturing and design services provider to original equipment manufacturers of telecommunications and consumer electronic products. Further information is available at http://www.namtai.com/.

If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, the call will be archived on the website. To access the replay, please go to http://www.namtai.com/ and click on the conference call webcast link.

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Siemens PLM Software Ships Version 6 of CAM ExpressMid-market NC Programming Software Delivers New Machining Features

PLANO, Texas, July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Siemens PLM Software, a business unit of the Siemens Industry Automation Division and a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, today announced Version 6 of CAM Express software is shipping to customers worldwide. CAM Express is the full function numerical control programming software component of the Velocity Series(TM) portfolio. It covers a wide variety of programming requirements from high-speed machining to multi-function mill-turning to 5-axis machining.

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"It [CAM Express version 6] contains a substantial number of important and distinctive new capabilities that will further Siemens' leadership position in the CAM software market and in CAM software technology," said Alan Christman, chairman, CIMdata. "It will likely set new industry standards in several key segments of CAM."

Substantial advances in 3-axis machining, feature-based automation and user experience

CAM Express 6 includes more capabilities across the critical 3-axis machining application space, including specific high-speed machining approaches, to enable:

-- Simplified tricky tracing cuts with new cutting strategies for curve/edge and 3D profile cutting.

-- Ten percent faster roughing cuts with the latest optimized corner rounding techniques.

-- Smoother finish cuts with specialized point distribution in 3-axis surface milling.

-- More effective toolpaths thanks to new editing and dividing techniques that apply shorter, stouter tools for deep cavities.

In feature-based automation, CAM Express 6 brings Tecnomatix(R) software technology to feature recognition and rule development to enable feature-based machining driven by configurable rules. Incremental process steps are defined and organized in a new Machining Knowledge Editor, without writing code or editing scripts. CAM Express also maintains production run quality with special support for measurement functions. CAM Express 6 provides direct programming of Renishaw(R) probing cycles, including the support of special solid tool representations and machine simulation of probing cycles.

CAM Express 6 includes four more tutorials that help new users get going quickly. In addition, this release provides an improved user experience through maximum graphics display and configurable shortcuts that help novices become power users.

"I really appreciate the improvements to [the] CAM Express interface," said Keith Irvine, CAD-CAM manager, Alto Packaging Limited. "I like the graphics images that give me a preview of what I would expect. These features make a really big difference in the smoothness of programming. In addition, the streamline operation provides some very distinct advantages for surface finish and high-speed machining in mold making."

For more information, visit http://www.siemens.com/plm/camexpress. About Siemens PLM Software

Siemens PLM Software, a business unit of the Siemens Industry Automation Division, is a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services with 5.5 million licensed seats and 51,000 customers worldwide. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Siemens PLM Software's open enterprise solutions enable a world where organizations and their partners collaborate through Global Innovation Networks to deliver world-class products and services. For more information on Siemens PLM Software products and services, visit http://www.siemens.com/plm.

About the Siemens Industry Automation Division

The Siemens Industry Automation Division (Nuremberg), a division of the Siemens Industry Sector, is a worldwide leader in the fields of automation systems, low-voltage switchgear and industrial software. Its portfolio ranges from standard products for the manufacturing and process industry to solutions for whole industries and systems that encompass the automation of entire automobile production facilities and chemical plants. As a leading software supplier, Industry Automation optimizes the entire value added chain of manufacturers -- from product design and development to production, sales and a wide range of maintenance services.

Note: Siemens and the Siemens logo are registered trademarks of Siemens AG. Velocity Series and Tecnomatix are trademarks or registered trademarks of Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and in other countries. Renishaw is a registered trademark of Renishaw plc in the United Kingdom and other countries.

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CONTACT: Dora Smith, +1-314-264-8480, dora.smith@siemens.com

Web site: http://www.automation.siemens.com/
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Verizon Communications to Report Earnings on July 28

NEW YORK, July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Communications Inc. will report second-quarter 2008 earnings on Monday, July 28.

Doreen Toben, Verizon executive vice president and chief financial officer, and Denny Strigl, Verizon president and chief operating officer, will present results on a webcast beginning 8:30 a.m. Eastern time. Access instructions and presentation materials, including Verizon's earnings release, will be available by 7:30 a.m. on Verizon's Investor Relations Web site, http://www.verizon.com/investor.

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Navarre Corporation Announces the Nomination of Kathleen P. Iverson for Election to Its Board of Directors

MINNEAPOLIS, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Navarre Corporation a publisher and distributor of physical and digital home entertainment and multimedia software products, today announced that Kathleen P. Iverson has been nominated to stand for election to its board of directors. Ms. Iverson will stand for election by the shareholders of the company at Navarre's next annual shareholders' meeting, scheduled for September 11, 2008.

Since January 2003, Ms. Iverson has been the President and Chief Executive Officer of CyberOptics Corporation, a manufacturer of optical process control sensors and measurement inspection systems used in the electronics assembly equipment and semiconductor industry. She joined CyberOptics in January 2002 as its President and Chief Operating Officer. Previously, Ms. Iverson was employed by Rosemount, Inc., a multinational manufacturer of high performance instrumentation for the processing industries and a subsidiary of Emerson Electric Co., from 1979 through December 2001, and held various finance and leadership positions, including Vice President/General Manager, Worldwide Temperature. Ms. Iverson is also a Director of CyberOptics Corporation and has served in such capacity since May 1998.

Eric Paulson, Chairman of the Board of Directors, stated "Kathleen will bring a wealth of managerial experience and financial expertise to our board. Additionally, we anticipate that the inclusion of another public company CEO to our board will provide new insight and perspectives. We look forward to Kathleen's election by our shareholders as well as to her future contributions to Navarre's strategic vision."

With the election of Ms. Iverson and the other incumbent nominees, Navarre's board would continue to have nine members, including seven independent directors. The company's annual shareholders' meeting is scheduled to be held at Navarre Corporation's corporate headquarters, located at 7400 49th Avenue North, New Hope, MN, at 3:00 p.m., local time, on Thursday, September 11, 2008.

About Navarre Corporation

Navarre(R) Corporation is a publisher and distributor of physical and digital home entertainment and multimedia products, including PC software, DVD video, video games and accessories. Navarre develops, licenses and publishes home entertainment and multimedia content through its Encore, BCI, and FUNimation subsidiaries and has established distribution relationships with customers across a wide spectrum of retail channels. Navarre was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in New Hope, Minnesota. Additional information regarding Navarre can be found at http://www.navarre.com/.

Navarre Corporation

CONTACT: Navarre Investor Relations, +1-763-535-8333, ir@navarre.com

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

Federal Signal Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings of $.17 Per Share From Continuing Operations- Q2 Highlights -- Orders up 9% to $261 million; backlog rises to $375 million- Net sales of $254 million, up 5% from the prior year- Debt reduced by $108 million due to asset sales and strong operating cash flow- Loss on discontinued operations of $21.4 million related to E-ONE

OAK BROOK, Ill., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Federal Signal Corporation , a leader in advancing security and well-being, reported net income from continuing operations of $8.0 million, or $.17 per share, for the second quarter of 2008 on net sales of $254 million. For the same period of 2007, the Company earned $12.2 million from continuing operations, or $.25 per share, on net sales of $243 million. The year-over-year reduction in net income from continuing operations is due to increased litigation expense, lower sales of mobile lightbars and sirens and a higher effective tax rate.

Jim Goodwin, interim president and chief executive officer, stated, "Our second quarter order intake was encouraging, with new business exceeding shipments in all three segments. Despite the publicized pressures on US municipal spending, we saw a 6% increase in municipal orders due to strong demand for outdoor warning sirens, a recovery in street sweeper orders and the addition of the PIPS products. Our international business remains robust, particularly outside of Europe. Our pipeline of new business for our Public Safety and Security division is growing as planned; our investment in additional sales resources should bear fruit in the back half of the year.

We remain concerned about escalating materials costs. While our purchase contracts protected us during most of the second quarter, we are beginning to see cost increases flow through. We have raised our selling prices on most of our products, which should cover the cost impact later this year.

We expect to complete the sale of E-ONE during the third quarter and will liquidate more of our leasing portfolio. When these transactions are completed, Federal Signal will emerge as a stronger $1 billion corporation with good financial flexibility."

The Company recorded a second quarter net loss including discontinued operations of $13.4 million, compared to $11.1 million of net income in the prior year period. The loss in the second quarter of 2008 is driven primarily by an after-tax loss of $21.4 million on discontinued operations due principally to a further impairment charge and operating losses with respect to the Company's E-ONE subsidiary. On July 16, 2008 the Company announced that it had signed a definitive agreement to sell E-ONE for approximately $20 million subject to working capital adjustments. The sale is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2008.

Cash flow from operations totaled $85.9 million for the first six months, significantly improved from the $18.0 million in the prior year. The improvement is primarily the result of the sale of a portion of the Company's municipal leasing portfolio for proceeds of $53.5 million and a reduction in outstanding dealer floor plans.

GROUP RESULTS Safety and Security Systems

-- Orders rose 6% from the prior year period to $99 million. Non-US orders increased 16% over the prior year from $38 million in 2007 to $44 million in 2008 primarily as a result of foreign currency translation and orders for products manufactured by the PIPS business which was acquired in the third quarter of 2007. US orders remained relatively flat year-over-year, with increased municipal demand for warning sirens and ALPR cameras offset by weaker orders for police products and industrial lighting.

-- Net sales were relatively flat compared to the second quarter of 2007, despite the addition of PIPS, due to fewer large police product export orders and lower US sales of police products. US sales of police products were constrained as a result of municipal budget pressures and an interruption in police car conversions triggered by an automotive supplier strike, which has since been resolved.

-- Operating income of $10.9 million was down 24% from the prior year. The reduction is primarily due to lower global sales of police products, a $0.7 million inventory write-off in a satellite location and a less-rich mix of product shipments overall in the quarter. Additionally, segment margins are impacted by expenses incurred to launch the new Public Safety Systems division.

Fire Rescue

-- Orders for Bronto articulated aerial devices remained strong at $45 million, up principally due to the strong Euro. Although demand for work platforms in Europe has weakened from the prior year, orders from other international locations have risen.

-- Net sales of $43 million rose 38% from the prior year period as a result of the strong Euro and higher value shipments. Bronto is in the process of a 40% capacity expansion which will come on line in the third quarter to help meet the increased demand.

-- Operating income of $4.3 million was up 19% over 2007, due to the higher sales revenue.

Environmental Solutions

-- Orders totaled $118 million, up 9% from the prior year quarter. Orders in the US municipal and government markets were up 8% as a result of increased demand for sweepers and parts, which had been weaker during the first quarter of 2008.

-- Net sales totaled $117 million, essentially unchanged from 2007. Sales of sweepers were down year-over-year reflecting weaker orders from the first quarter and some delays caused by the implementation of a new integrated business system at the Elgin sweeper plant. Sales of sewer cleaners, industrial vacuums and parts and accessories remained strong.

-- Operating income of $11.2 million was essentially unchanged from 2007. OTHER

-- Second quarter corporate expense totaled $7.7 million, an increase of $1.3 million from the prior year primarily as a result of $3.7 million higher costs associated with the Company's firefighter hearing loss litigation. This was partially offset by a decrease of $1.1 million in workers' compensation and casualty expenses due to a reduction in claims and the impact of staffing and expense reductions.

-- The second quarter effective tax rate was 32.3% versus 26.0% in 2007. The higher tax rate reflects lower profits in foreign jurisdictions with tax loss carry forwards and reduced tax-exempt interest.

-- At quarter-end, manufacturing debt net of cash totaled $238 million, down from $276 million at the beginning of the year.

CONFERENCE CALL

Federal Signal will host its second quarter conference call on Friday, July 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to highlight results of the quarter. The call will last approximately one hour. The call may be accessed over the Internet through Federal Signal's website at http://www.federalsignal.com/. A replay accessible from this company website will be available shortly after the call.

About Federal Signal

Federal Signal Corporation is a leader in advancing security and well-being for communities and workplaces around the world. The company designs and manufactures a suite of products and integrated solutions for municipal, governmental, industrial and airport customers. Federal Signal's portfolio of trusted, high-priority products include Bronto aerial devices, Elgin and Ravo street sweepers, E-ONE fire apparatus, Federal Signal safety and security systems, Guzzler industrial vacuums, Jetstream waterblasters and Vactor sewer cleaners. Federal Signal was founded in 1901 and is based in Oak Brook, Illinois. http://www.federalsignal.com/

This release contains unaudited financial information and various forward-looking statements as of the date hereof and we undertake no obligation to update these forward-looking statements regardless of new developments or otherwise. Statements in this release that are not historical are forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to vary materially from those stated. Such risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to: economic conditions in various regions, product and price competition, supplier and raw material prices, foreign currency exchange rate changes, interest rate changes, increased legal expenses and litigation results, legal and regulatory developments and other risks and uncertainties described in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

QTR QTR YTD YTD June June June June 30 30 30 30 2008 2007 2008 2007 --------- -------- -------- -------- Quarter June 30: Net Sales $ 254.3 $ 243.2 $ 482.4 $ 456.2 Cost of sales (186.4) (176.2) (354.6) (333.6) Operating expenses (49.2) (44.4) (96.4) (83.2) --------- -------- -------- -------- Operating income 18.7 22.6 31.4 39.4 Interest expense (5.5) (5.7) (12.3) (11.8) Other expense (1.4) (0.4) (1.9) (0.7) --------- -------- -------- -------- Income before income taxes 11.8 16.5 17.2 26.9 Income tax expense (3.8) (4.3) (4.9) (7.5) --------- -------- -------- -------- Income from continuing operations 8.0 12.2 12.3 19.4 (Loss) gain from discontinued operations and disposal, net of tax (21.4) (1.1) (110.6) 22.3 --------- -------- -------- -------- Net (loss) income $ (13.4) $ 11.1 $ (98.3) $ 41.7 ========= ========= ========= ========= Gross margin 26.7 % 27.5 % 26.5 % 26.9 % Operating margin 7.4 % 9.3 % 6.5 % 8.6 % Effective tax rate 32.3 % 26.0 % 28.5 % 27.6 % Diluted earnings per share: Earnings from continuing operations $ 0.17 $ 0.25 $ 0.26 $ 0.40 (Loss) earnings from discontinued operations and disposal, net of tax (0.45) (0.02) (2.31) 0.47 --------- -------- -------- -------- (Loss) earnings per share $ (0.28) $ 0.23 $ (2.05) $ 0.87 --------- -------- -------- -------- Average common shares outstanding 47.6 47.8 47.8 47.9 QTR QTR YTD YTD June 30 June 30 June 30 June 30 2008 2007 2008 2007 --------- -------- -------- -------- Group results: Safety and Security Systems Group: Orders $ 98.7 $ 93.0 $ 194.6 $ 190.9 Net Sales 94.8 95.9 185.6 174.5 Operating Income 10.9 14.3 19.2 23.8 Operating Margin 11.5 % 14.9 % 10.3 % 13.6 % Backlog $ 70.0 $ 75.3 Fire Rescue Group: Orders $ 44.8 $ 38.2 $ 103.8 $ 99.7 Net Sales 42.5 30.7 66.8 51.3 Operating Income 4.3 3.6 6.3 5.3 Operating Margin 10.1 % 11.7 % 9.4 % 10.3 % Backlog $ 181.7 $ 114.8 Environmental Solutions Group: Orders $ 117.9 $ 108.1 $ 215.4 $ 218.6 Net Sales 117.0 116.6 230.0 230.4 Operating Income 11.2 11.1 21.0 21.2 Operating Margin 9.6 % 9.5 % 9.1 % 9.2 % Backlog $ 123.7 $ 117.0 Corporate operating expenses $ (7.7) $ (6.4) $ (15.1) $ (10.9) --------- -------- -------- -------- Total Operating Income $ 18.7 $ 22.6 $ 31.4 $ 39.4 ========= ========= ========= ========= June 30 December 31 ($ in millions) 2008 2007 ------- --------- ASSETS Manufacturing activities: Current assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 16.6 $ 12.5 Accounts receivable, net of allowances for doubtful accounts of $6.2 million and $3.8 million, respectively 155.8 147.8 Inventories 134.7 121.8 Other current assets 46.7 42.7 ------- --------- Total current assets 353.8 324.8 Properties and equipment, net 70.9 59.6 Other assets Goodwill 349.0 344.7 Intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization 62.0 65.2 Deferred charges and other assets 9.1 7.2 ------- --------- Total manufacturing assets 844.8 801.5 Assets of discontinued operations 44.5 231.8 Financial services activities - Lease financing and other receivables, net of allowances for doubtful accounts of $3.6 million and $3.6 million, respectively 71.3 146.8 ------- --------- Total assets $960.6 $1,180.1 ======= ========= LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Manufacturing activities: Current liabilities Short-term borrowings $ 3.5 $ 2.6 Current portion of long-term borrowings 32.7 45.4 Accounts payable 66.8 66.2 Accrued Liabilities Compensation and withholding taxes 23.7 26.8 Customer deposits 24.8 17.7 Other 47.8 53.6 ------- --------- Total current liabilities 199.3 212.3 Long-term borrowings 218.5 240.7 Long-term pension and other liabilities 27.7 32.3 Deferred income taxes 43.2 39.3 ------- --------- Total manufacturing liabilities 488.7 524.6 Liabilities of discontinued operations 63.4 72.8 Financial services activities - Borrowings 66.5 137.4 ------- --------- Total liabilities 618.6 734.8 Shareholders' equity Common stock, $1 par value per share, 90.0 million shares authorized, 49.5 million and 49.4 million shares issued, respectively 49.4 49.4 Capital in excess of par value 105.1 103.2 Retained earnings 229.4 333.8 Treasury stock, 1.9 and 1.5 million shares, respectively, at cost (36.1) (30.1) Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income: Foreign currency translation, net 19.6 15.9 Net derivative loss, cash flow hedges, net (1.1) (2.0) Unrecognized pension and postretirement losses, net (24.3) (24.9) ------- --------- Total (5.8) (11.0) ------- --------- Total shareholders' equity 342.0 445.3 ------- --------- Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $960.6 $1,180.1 ======= ========= Supplemental data: Manufacturing debt $254.7 $ 288.7 Debt-to-capitalization ratio: Manufacturing 43.0 % 40.0 % Financial services 93.0 % 94.0 % Net Debt/Cap Ratio 41.4 % 38.8 % Net Debt/Cap Ratio = manufacturing debt-to-capitalization ratio, net of cash For the Six Months Ended June 30, ------------------ 2008 2007 -------- ------ ($ in millions) Operating activities Net (loss) income $(98.3) $41.7 Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net cash provided by (used for) operating activities: Loss (gain) on discontinued operations and disposal 110.6 (22.3) Depreciation and amortization 8.4 5.4 Stock based compensation expense 1.9 2.6 Lease financing and other receivables 75.5 15.7 Pension contributions (5.8) (6.2) Working capital (1) (9.8) (13.2) Other 4.0 4.0 -------- ------ Net cash provided by continuing operating activities 86.5 27.7 Net cash used for discontinued operating activities (0.6) (9.7) -------- ------ Net cash provided by operating activities 85.9 18.0 Investing activities Purchases of properties and equipment (15.6) (9.6) Payments for acquisitions, net of cash acquired - (16.6) Other, net (0.1) (1.7) -------- ------ Net cash used for continuing investing activities (15.7) (27.9) Net cash provided by discontinued investing activities 52.8 66.0 -------- ------ Net cash provided by investing activities 37.1 38.1 Financing activities Decrease in short-term borrowings, net (0.9) (29.0) Payments on long-term borrowings, net (106.8) (21.1) Purchases of treasury stock (6.0) - Cash dividends paid to shareholders (5.8) (5.7) Other, net - 0.4 -------- ------ Net cash used for continuing financing activities (119.5) (55.4) -------- ------ Net cash used for financing activities (119.5) (55.4) -------- ------ Effects of foreign exchange rate changes on cash 0.6 0.2 -------- ------ Increase in cash and cash equivalents 4.1 0.9 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 12.5 15.7 -------- ------ Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 16.6 $ 16.6 ======== ====== (1) Working capital is composed of net accounts receivable, inventories, accounts payable and customer deposits.

Federal Signal Corporation

CONTACT: Investors, David Janek of Federal Signal Corporation,
+1-630-954-2000, djanek@federalsignal.com

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

Point Blank Solutions Files Motion to Postpone the Annual Meeting of Stockholders

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Point Blank Solutions, Inc. ("PBSI", Pink Sheets: PBSO), a leader in the field of protective body armor, today announced that the Company has applied to the Delaware Court of Chancery ("Court") for leave to postpone until November 19, 2008 its annual meeting of stockholders, now scheduled for August 19, 2008.

The meeting was initially scheduled for April 22, 2008. It was postponed to August 19, 2008 in order to enable the Company to pursue strategic alternatives, including a possible sale. On May 20, 2008, following litigation involving the date of the meeting, the Court entered a Stipulation and Order providing that "[u]nless otherwise approved by this Court, for good cause shown and on notice to plaintiff," the Company "shall hold its annual meeting of stockholders no later than August 19, 2009." The Company and its Board of Directors believe there is "good cause" supporting the requested postponement.

As was previously announced in April 2008, the Company engaged Wachovia Securities as its financial advisor to pursue various strategic alternatives, which could include the sale of all or a portion of the Company's common stock. Since that time, nearly 90 potential investors have been contacted and 32 confidentiality and standstill agreements were signed. There has been extensive due diligence by certain interested parties and progress has been made. However, despite the Company's vigorous efforts, the process is continuing and the Board does not believe the process will be complete by the currently scheduled annual meeting date. The Company's efforts have been significantly slowed by a series of delays in the awarding of critical U.S. Army body-armor contracts. On July 2, 2008, Point Blank was awarded IOTV "bridge buy" which called for the production of 150,000 IOTVs for a total of $86.2 million. The larger and more meaningful IOTV "Base buy" of 736,000 IOTVs and 253,000 Deltoid Axillary Protection Systems ("DAPS") is expected to be awarded by September 2008, the end of the government fiscal year. The Company believes the upcoming contract awards will have a material impact on the Company's market position and potential valuation. The Board strongly believes it is in the best interests of stockholders that this strategic process continues so that the current discussions and negotiations with various parties can reach a conclusion, which may not be until such awards are made.

As stated in the Company's motion papers, the Board's concern with holding the meeting before the strategic process is complete is heightened by the fact that the outcome of the vote could be heavily influenced by two stockholders -- Steel Partners II, L.P. ("Steel") and Mr. David Brooks -- each of whom has interests adverse to those of other stockholders. Steel, as announced in February 2008, is waging a proxy contest to elect its own slate of directors at the next annual meeting. Steel, however, has also made a public announcement stating its interest in acquiring all of Point Blank's stock and has continued to express interest in purchasing the Company, as most recently reaffirmed in its July 21, 2008 Proxy Statement.

The Board believes Steel, as a prospective purchaser, has an interest in obtaining the lowest possible sale price for the shares of Point Blank. Its slate of directors consists of two nominees who are employed by Steel-controlled entities, while the other three also have ties to Steel. The Board believes these directors are ill suited to conduct a process to the sell the Company for the highest price when Steel's interest is to acquire the Company for the lowest price possible.

Additionally, the Company asserts in its motion papers filed with the court that Mr. Brooks has interests that conflict with the bulk of other stockholders. He is currently in litigation in Delaware over his claim to advancement by the Company of his legal fees. The Company has also filed a breach of contract action against Mr. Brooks in the U.S. District Court of the Eastern District of New York, contending that Mr. Brooks is in breach of contractual obligations to pay the Company certain tax-related liabilities and to return property to the Company. Both cases involve millions of dollars and Mr. Brooks has made clear his antipathy to the present Board and management. He has a powerful personal interest in removing the existing management and directors who have authorized such litigation against him.

According to the most recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Steel Partners and Mr. Brooks and his former wife own 9.6 percent and approximately 29.0 percent of the Company's common stock, respectively.

The Board strongly believes that both Steel and Mr. Brooks have interests that are not aligned with most other stockholders and can exercise a strong influence, if not control over, the vote, and be in a position to cut off the meaningful exploration of strategic alternatives. The Board has concluded that it is in the best interests of the Company's stockholders that the strategic alternatives process has the opportunity to reach fruition before a stockholder vote is held.

The Company cannot predict when the Court will rule on its request or whether the request will be approved.

The Company understands that Steel Partners has mailed to stockholders a proxy statement and other materials. The Board of Directors strongly opposes the Steel Partners solicitation and urges stockholders not to sign any proxy cards mailed by Steel Partners. The Company intends to file and mail proxy materials in the near future. Stockholders are encouraged to review carefully the Company's proxy materials before signing and returning any proxy cards.

ABOUT POINT BLANK SOLUTIONS, INC.

Point Blank Solutions, Inc. is a leader in the design and production of technologically advanced body armor systems for the U.S. Military, Government and law enforcement agencies, as well as select international markets. The Company is also recognized as the largest producer of soft body armor in the U.S. With state-of-the-art manufacturing and laboratory testing facilities, strategic technology and marketing alliances, and an ongoing commitment to drive innovation, Point Blank Solutions believes that it can deliver the most advanced body armor solutions, quicker and better than anyone in the industry.

The Company maintains facilities in Deerfield Beach, FL, Oakland Park, FL, Pompano Beach, FL, Jacksboro, TN and Washington, DC. To learn more about Point Blank Solutions, Inc. visit our website at http://www.pointblanksolutionsinc.com/.

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: THE STATEMENTS WHICH ARE NOT HISTORICAL FACTS CONTAINED IN THIS PRESS RELEASE ARE FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS, WHICH ARE BASED LARGELY ON THE COMPANY'S EXPECTATIONS AND ARE SUBJECT TO VARIOUS BUSINESS RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES, CERTAIN OF WHICH ARE BEYOND THE COMPANY'S CONTROL. WORDS SUCH AS "EXPECTS," "ANTICIPATES," "TARGETS," "GOALS," "PROJECTS," "INTENDS," "PLANS," "BELIEVES," "SEEKS," "ESTIMATES," VARIATIONS OF SUCH WORDS, AND SIMILAR EXPRESSIONS ARE INTENDED TO IDENTIFY SUCH FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS. THESE FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS ARE ONLY PREDICTIONS THAT SPEAK AS OF THE DATE HEREOF AND ARE SUBJECT TO RISKS, UNCERTAINTIES AND ASSUMPTIONS THAT ARE DIFFICULT TO PREDICT. THEREFORE, ACTUAL RESULTS MAY DIFFER MATERIALLY AND ADVERSELY FROM THOSE EXPRESSED IN ANY FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS. FACTORS THAT MIGHT CAUSE OR CONTRIBUTE TO SUCH DIFFERENCES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, (1) CHANGES IN THE COMPANY'S INTERNAL CONTROL STRUCTURE OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING, (2) UNCERTAINTY OF FUTURE FINANCIAL RESULTS, (3) ADDITIONAL FINANCING REQUIREMENTS, (4) DEVELOPMENT OF NEW PRODUCTS, (5) GOVERNMENT APPROVAL AND CONTRACTING PROCESSES, (6) THE IMPACT OF COMPETITIVE PRODUCTS OR PRICING, (7) TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGES, (8) THE EFFECT OF POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC CONDITIONS, (9) THE OUTCOME AND IMPACT OF LITIGATION TO WHICH THE COMPANY IS A PARTY AND THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION AND OTHER INVESTIGATIONS REGARDING THE COMPANY, (10) TURNOVER IN THE COMPANY'S SENIOR MANAGEMENT AND (11) OTHER UNCERTAINTIES DETAILED IN THE COMPANY'S FILINGS WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THOSE UNCERTAINTIES AND RISKS DISCUSSED IN DETAIL IN "RISK FACTORS," IN THE COMPANY'S PERIODIC REPORTS ON FORMS 10-K AND 10-Q. THE COMPANY UNDERTAKES NO OBLIGATION TO REVISE OR UPDATE PUBLICLY ANY FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS TO REFLECT ANY CHANGE IN THE EXPECTATIONS OF OUR MANAGEMENT WITH REGARD THERETO OR ANY CHANGE IN EVENTS, CONDITIONS, OR CIRCUMSTANCES ON WHICH ANY SUCH STATEMENTS ARE BASED.

Point Blank Solutions, Inc. has filed a proxy statement and other documents regarding the 2008 Annual Meeting with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and will file and mail additional proxy materials and a proxy card to each stockholder entitled to vote at the 2008 Annual Meeting. STOCKHOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. The proxy statement and other documents relating to the 2008 Annual Meeting (when they are available) can be obtained free of charge from the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov/. These documents (when they are available) can also be obtained free of charge from the Company at the Company's website at http://www.pointblanksolutionsinc.com/ under the "Investor Relations" tab, upon written request to Corporate Secretary, Point Blank Solutions, Inc., 2102 S.W. 2nd St., Pompano Beach, Florida 33069, or by calling the Investor Relations department at (212) 786-6013.

The Company and its directors and executive officers are deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the 2008 Annual Meeting. Information regarding the interests of the directors and executive officers of the Company in the solicitation may be found in the definitive proxy statement filed by the Company with the SEC on March 24, 2008, and will be found in the additional proxy materials to be filed with the SEC, available free of charge from the SEC and the Company, as indicated above. Information about the directors and executive officers of the Company may be found in its Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007, filed with the SEC on March 17, 2008.

Company Contact: Media Relations/Investor Relations Glenn Wiener 212-786-6013 / ir@pbsinc.com

Point Blank Solutions, Inc.

CONTACT: Media and Investor Relations, Glenn Wiener, +1-212-786-6013,
ir@pbsinc.com

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

Research Report Titled: Geeks On Call Lands Sam's Club -- Issued by Emerging Growth Research on Showcase Technology Stock, Geeks On Call Holdings (OTC Bulletin Board: GOCH), Raising Six-Month Price Target from $2.00 to $3.00

POINT ROBERTS, Wash. and DELTA, British Columbia, July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Investorideas.com and Techsectorstocks.com, a Technology Stocks Investor Portal within Investorideas.com, announce the availability of an updated research report for Geeks On Call Holdings, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GOCH) . Geeks On Call, a premier national provider of on- site computer service and solutions to small business and residential markets also announced news on "Geeks On Call(R) Launches CallTheGeeks.com" and also filed an 8K on a new pilot program.

Emerging Growth Research Report Update Hi-lite:

Geeks On Call today announced it will begin offering outsourced IT services out of Sam's Club locations. The services, which we believe are modeled after Best Buy's highly successful Geek Squad business will initially target 20 Sam's Club locations. As a result of gaining this contract, we are raising our six-month Price target from $2.00 to $3.00.

Research Report Link: http://www.investorideas.com/CO/GOCH/pdf/GOCHReport.pdf *Investors are reminded to read all disclaimers and disclosures related to report.

About Geeks On Call Holdings, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GOCH) :

Geeks On Call is a wholly owned subsidiary of Geeks On Call Holdings, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GOCH.OB) . Founded in 1999, the Company is a pioneer in the mobile, rapid-response on-site IT service concept. Geeks On Call's certified IT professionals service small businesses and residential customers across the nation, providing computer privacy and security solutions, hardware and network installations and troubleshooting, as well as repairs, upgrades and consulting. Geeks On Call also co-markets through endorsed vendor relationships with other Franchisors, who offer GOC services to their franchisees as a value-added benefit. Over 250 independently owned and operated franchises have been granted, with new franchise and Corporate locations opening regularly.

More Info: Visit the Company Showcase on Investorideas.com at: http://www.techsectorstocks.com/CO/GOCH/Default.asp Media Presentation: http://www.investorideas.com/CO/GOCH/ss/default.asp Or the Company Website at: http://www.geeksoncall.com/

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For Additional Information: Dawn Van Zant: 800-665-0411 - dvanzant@investorideas.com Emerging Growth Research Joseph Noel jnoel@emerginggrow.com San Francisco, California 925.922-2560

Geeks On Call Holdings, Inc.

CONTACT: Dawn Van Zant of InvestorIdeas.com, +1-800-665-0411, or
dvanzant@investorideas.com; Joseph Noel of Emerging Growth Research,
+1-925-922-2560, or jnoel@emerginggrow.com

Web site: http://www.geeksoncall.com/
http://www.callthegeeks.com/
http://www.investorideas.com/
http://www.techsectorstocks.com/

FTI Expands FD's Digital Media Capabilities With Acquisition of Kinesis MarketingOnline Communications Firm Complements FD's Integrated Design Capabilities

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- FTI Consulting, Inc. , through its strategic communications arm, FD, today announces the acquisition of Kinesis Marketing, a strategic online communications firm, which represents an important expansion of FD's interactive service offering. As part of the FTI network, FD Kinesis (as the company will be known) will complement FD's established design, annual report, and alternative media services unit and bring an expanded range of digital solutions to clients across the Americas and beyond to help them manage their reputations and build their brands.

Established in 2001, Kinesis' core services include strategic, creative and tactical implementation of branding, marketing, and internal/external/corporate communications initiatives that use the Internet and other digital channels as the primary delivery method. The firm has 22 employees located in Morristown, NJ and Philadelphia, as well as consultants abroad, and a national client list that includes many of the world's most recognizable brands.

"A key strategic objective for FTI and FD has been maintaining and enhancing our leadership position in the digital world," commented Jack Dunn, President and CEO of FTI. "With the acquisition of FD Kinesis, this capability is significantly enhanced and enables us to serve our clients effectively whether a situation is online or offline."

Declan Kelly, CEO of FD US, said, "The addition of Kinesis is an important expansion of our interactive capabilities that bring creative solutions and sophisticated counsel to clients looking to engage key constituencies online. Kinesis is an innovator in this area, and we welcome Andreas Panayi and the entire team of experienced communications consultants, media strategists and planners, graphic and usability designers, writers, programmers and production professionals to the FD team."

"Becoming part of FD provides us the opportunity to work together with the largest business communications firm in the world," said Andreas Panayi, Kinesis Co-Founder and CEO. "Our core focus on creating innovative business and communication solutions that drive business results is the same as FD's, and we are excited about the opportunities ahead for us as part of FD's integrated offer. I'm grateful to our dedicated team that has brought us to this exciting milestone and look forward to what we will all achieve together alongside our new partner."

Kinesis brings to the FTI network a proven capability of innovative digital solutions including:

-- Digital communications consultation and strategy;

-- Integration of digital programs with traditional communications programs;

-- Measurement and analysis of interactive strategy and tactics; -- Web application design and development; -- Assessment of corporate Web sites and blogs; -- Online content development and management; -- Strategic digital media planning, buying and execution; -- Search engine marketing and content ranking solutions; and

-- Emerging media practices, sentiment monitoring, management and analytics (corporate blogs, podcasts, online social communities, and widgets).

FD's creative services offer includes an array of services that help clients achieve their business goals, including corporate web design, development of collateral materials and annual report development and production, together with a robust interactive solutions team that helps clients harness the power of digital communications alongside their traditional programs.

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations protect and enhance enterprise value in an increasingly complex legal, regulatory and economic environment. With more than 3,000 employees located in most major business centers in the world, we work closely with clients every day to anticipate, illuminate, and overcome complex business challenges in areas such as investigations, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory issues, reputation management and restructuring. More information can be found at http://www.fticonsulting.com/.

About FD

One of the most highly regarded consultancies in the communications industry, FD employs 700 staff and advises more than 900 clients worldwide through its hub offices in London and New York, which are supported by its network of wholly-owned offices in Bahrain, Beijing, Bogota, Boston, Brussels, Cape Town, Chicago, Dubai, Dublin, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, Los Angeles, Manchester, Melbourne, Moscow, Panama City, Paris, San Francisco, Shanghai, Singapore, Sydney and Washington, DC. With a 20 year history of advising clients in both the private and public sectors, FD's services include financial public relations, capital markets communications, public affairs, crisis and issues management and corporate, business-to-business and business-to-consumer communications. FD is a market leader in M&A advisory work. FD is structured around specialist sector teams operating on an international basis, covering consumer industries, financial services, basic industries, business services, life sciences & healthcare, media, real estate, technology and telecommunications. FD is a division of FTI Consulting Inc. , the global business advisory firm. For more information, please visit http://www.fd.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 that involve uncertainties and risks including statements related to our future financial results. These forward looking statements include statements regarding the expected benefits resulting from the acquisition, future client demand for services, the impact of the acquisition on FTI's financial results, and FTI's marketing, strategy and integration plans. There can be no assurance that actual results and performance will not differ from the company's expectations. Factors that might cause such differences include, the failure to (i) accurately predict the financial contribution of the acquisition, (ii) accurately predict expected cost savings, efficiencies and other synergies, (iii) accurately predict acquisition costs, (iv) retain clients, (v) accurately predict market acceptance and demand, (vi) successfully market services, (viii) successfully integrate the acquisition, and (ix) retain key employees. Other factors that could impact FTI's operations and results are described under the heading "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in FTI's most recent annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly report on Form 10-Q and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. FTI is under no duty to update any of the forward-looking statements to conform such statements to actual results or events and does not intend to do so.

FTI Consulting, Inc.

CONTACT: Jack Dunn, President & CEO of FTI Consulting, +1-410-951-4800;
or Investors, Gordon McCoun, or Media, Andy Maas, both of FD, +1-212-850-5600

Web site: http://www.fticonsulting.com/
http://www.fd.com/

Penny Kim Joins Dialogue Media - MWW Group's Industry Leading Digital Media PracticeKim Brings Experience Implementing Online Marketing, SEO Programs and Social Network Strategies for World Class Brands

DALLAS, July 25 /PRNewswire/ -- MWW Group (http://www.mww.com/), one of the nation's top ten public relations firms, today announced the addition of Penny Kim to DialogueMedia, the company's award winning digital media practice. She will be based in MWW's Dallas office. As digital media specialist, Kim brings expertise in online marketing, brand management, paid search (PPC), display media, social media, SEO and copywriting. Prior to joining MWW Group, Kim helped develop and implement new media programs for such world class brands as Coca-Cola, American Express, Microsoft and Ritz-Carlton.

"Penny is a great addition to our growing Dallas office and our award winning digital media practice, DialogueMedia. She brings a broad range of skills and extensive experience developing online campaigns for world class brands," said Don Bartholomew, senior vice president and general manager of MWW Group, Dallas. "In particular, Penny will be an asset in helping our clients improve search engine positioning and develop strategic initiatives to leverage social media platforms like Twitter, Flickr, YouTube, MySpace and Facebook."

Prior to joining MWW Group, she was Media Manager at iCrossing, specializing in marketing and brand management. During her tenure at iCrossing, Kim implemented innovative new media strategies for a variety of the company's flagship brands, crossing a wide breadth of business sectors including food & beverage, packaged goods, hospitality and technology.

Kim received her bachelor's degree in sociology from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Tex. She is a member of the Dallas - Ft. Worth Search Engine Marketing Association.

About MWW Group

MWW Group is one of the nation's top ten public relations agencies and is known for its results-driven approach to public relations and "Aim High ... and Deliver" commitment to client service. For the past four years, MWW Group has been honored with the #1 ranking in the Holmes Report agency client satisfaction survey. MWW Group achieved top rankings in the categories of account leadership, strength of account team, creativity, strategy and planning, and program execution. In 2006, MWW Group was named PR Agency of the Year by The Holmes Report and Mid-size PR Firm of the Year by PR News in recognition of the firm's growth, strategic account leadership and industry-leading employee retention. MWW Group is part of the Interpublic Group of Companies .

MWW Group

CONTACT: James Regan of MWW Group, +1-201-806-3128, jregan@mww.com

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

ICOP to Announce Second Quarter 2008 Results on Tuesday, August 12, 2008Management to Host Teleconference and Webcast Same Afternoon

LENEXA, Kan., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , an industry-leading company engaged in advancing digital surveillance solutions, today announced that the Company will report its second quarter 2008 results for the three months ended June 30, 2008, on Tuesday, August 12, 2008.

ICOP will also host a teleconference that same afternoon, beginning at 4:15 PM Eastern, and invites all interested parties to join management in a discussion regarding the Company's financial results, corporate progression and other meaningful developments. The conference call can be accessed via telephone by dialing toll free 1-800-218-4007 or via webcast accessible on http://www.icop.com/ . For those unable to participate at that time, a replay of the webcast will be available for 90 days on http://www.icop.com/ .

About ICOP Digital, Inc.

ICOP Digital, Inc. operates on the core principle that 'without local security, there is no national security.' It endeavors to protect people, assets and profits for communities with innovative, mission- critical security, surveillance and communication solutions. The Company engineers, manufactures and markets mobile and stationary surveillance products for use in the public and private sectors, and facilitates the delivery of live video to first responders. (GSA Contractor)

The ICOP Model 20/20(R)-W, ICOP's flagship, award-winning product, is the leading digital in-car video recorder system for law enforcement. ICOP LIVE(TM) delivers live streaming video to and from first responder vehicles and headquarters, empowering first responders with enhanced real-time situational awareness and actionable intelligence, optimizing the outcome of a crisis. ICOP LIVE delivers live video wirelessly to first responders over any wireless network and to multiple internet enabled Windows(R) devices simultaneously. The ICOP Model 4000(TM), ICOP's newest advanced surveillance solution, is the next generation transit/rail DVR system. The ICOP Model 4000 uses less power than traditional DVR's, which means less heat and translates into a more reliable unit with less downtime. In addition, the ICOP Model 4000 boasts many advanced and innovative features and capabilities, such as wireless file uploading and wireless video streaming, among many others.

For more information, please view the following video presentations at http://www.icopdigital.com/why_icop.html and http://www.icop.com/veil.html, or visit http://www.icop.com/ .

Safe Harbor Statement

This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to vary materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. The Company may experience significant fluctuations in future operating results due to a number of economic, competitive, and other factors, including, among other things, our reliance on third-party manufacturers and suppliers, government agency budgetary and political constraints, new or increased competition, changes in market demand, and the performance or reliability of our products. These factors and others could cause operating results to vary significantly from those in prior periods, and those projected in forward-looking statements. Additional information with respect to these and other factors, which could materially affect the Company and its operations, are included in certain forms the Company has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

For more information, contact: For Investor Relations: Laura E. Owen, President & COO Elite Financial Communications Group, LLC 16801 West 116th Street Dodi Handy, President and CEO Lenexa, KS 66219 USA Phone: (407) 585-1080 Phone: (913) 338-5550 ICOP@efcg.net Fax: (913) 312-0264 Lowen@ICOP.com http://www.icop.com/

ICOP Digital, Inc.

CONTACT: Laura E. Owen, President & COO of ICOP, +1-913-338-5550,
+1-913-312-0264 (fax), Lowen@ICOP.com, or for Investor Relations: Dodi Handy,
President and CEO of Elite Financial Communications Group, LLC for ICOP,
+1-407-585-1080, ICOP@efcg.net

Web site: http://www.icop.com/
http://www.icopdigital.com/why_icop.html
http://www.icop.com/veil.html

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