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Companies news of 2008-08-25 (page 1)

  • SAIC to Webcast Presentation at Jeffries Technology Conference
  • Source Interlink to Report Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter Results on September 4, 2008
  • Bookham to Present at Citigroup Annual Global Technology Conference
  • Enterprise Acquisition Corp. Schedules Conference Call to Discuss Merger with Workflow...
  • Wireless Age Announces Termination of Prepaid Distribution Contract
  • Tyco Delivers Notices of Redemption of Series B 3.125 Percent Convertible Senior...
  • RightNow August '08 Adds Web 2.0 and Online Collaboration Capabilities to On Demand CRM...
  • ARRIS to Present at the 11th Annual Kaufman Bros. Investor Conference
  • Former SureWest Wireless Customers Join Verizon Wireless 'IN' CrowdNetwork and billing...
  • Deep Down Expands ROV Staff Through Mako Technologies
  • New NFL Fan Ticket Exchange Service Kicks Off on NFL.COMPartnership with Ticketmaster...
  • Cincinnati PRSA to Host Presentation and Panel on Maximizing Multicultural InitiativesPR...
  • BOOMj, Inc. Chooses Tribune Media Services to Provide Best of Breed Content for the...
  • BOOMj to Sponsor SCVN Mixer August 26, 2008 at the Karl Strauss Brew Co. at Metro Pointe...
  • VH1.com Launches Ticket Give-Away for Upcoming New Kids on the Block ConcertsThe VH1 Blog...
  • Microsoft Announces Upcoming Event for the Financial CommunityEvent with Microsoft...
  • International Airport in U.A.E. Selects VideoSphere Solution with Integrated Analytics for...
  • Gibbs to Demonstrate Advanced 3D With HSM Enhancement at IMTS 2008New Powerful...
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  • Don't Shoot Until You See the Whites of Their Eyes in 'Heroes Over Europe'- Atari and Red...
  • Verizon Goes to 'Extremes' in Oregon With New Service Bundles Featuring High-Octane...
  • New Arabic Online Network Unveils Premier Global Television Service
  • iCAD to Present at Thomas Weisel Partners Healthcare Conference
  • Verizon Goes to 'Extremes' in Massachusetts and Rhode Island With New Service Bundles...
  • Silver Bullet Technology and Document Capture Technologies Announce Strategic Ranger...
  • Verizon Goes to 'Extremes' in Indiana With New Service Bundles Featuring High-Octane...
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    SAIC to Webcast Presentation at Jeffries Technology Conference

    SAN DIEGO and MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SAIC, Inc. will webcast a live presentation at the Jeffries 2nd Annual Technology Conference in New York on Sept. 11, 2008. Joe Craver, president of SAIC's Infrastructure, Logistics and Product Solutions Group, will present at 8:00 a.m. Eastern.

    A live audio webcast of the presentation will be available through the SAIC Investor Relations Web site (http://investors.saic.com/) and an audio replay of the event will be available for 90 days.

    About SAIC

    SAIC is a FORTUNE 500(R) scientific, engineering, and technology applications company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world, in national security, energy and the environment, critical infrastructure, and health. The company's approximately 44,000 employees serve customers in the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, other U.S. Government civil agencies and selected commercial markets. SAIC had annual revenues of $8.9 billion for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2008. For more information, visit http://www.saic.com/. SAIC: From Science to Solutions(R)

    Statements in this announcement, other than historical data and information, constitute forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results to be very different from the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward- looking statements. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, the risk factors set forth in SAIC's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended January 31, 2008, and other such filings that SAIC makes with the SEC from time to time. Due to such uncertainties and risks, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.

    Contact: Media Relations Investor Relations Laura Luke Stuart Davis (703) 676-6533 (703) 676-2283 laura.luke@saic.com stuart.davis@saic.com

    SAIC, Inc.

    CONTACT: Media Relations, Laura Luke, +1-703-676-6533,
    laura.luke@saic.com; or Investor Relations, Stuart Davis, +1-703-676-2283,
    stuart.davis@saic.com, both of SAIC, Inc.

    Web site: http://www.saic.com/
    http://investors.saic.com/




    Source Interlink to Report Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter Results on September 4, 2008

    BONITA SPRINGS, Fla., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Source Interlink Companies, Inc. , one of the largest publishers of magazines and online content for enthusiast audiences and a leading distributor of DVDs, CDs, magazines, video games and books, today announced that it will release financial results for the fiscal 2009 second quarter on Thursday, September 4, 2008 after U.S. market hours.

    The Company will host a teleconference at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on that day to discuss the quarterly results. To access the teleconference, please dial 877-323-2090 (U.S. callers) or 416-695-9753 (Int'l callers), referencing Source Interlink Companies, ten minutes prior to the start time. The teleconference will also be available via live webcast on the Company's Web site at http://www.sourceinterlink.com/.

    If you cannot listen to the teleconference at its scheduled time, there will be a replay available through Thursday, September 11, 2008 that can be accessed by dialing 800-408-3053 (U.S. callers) or 416-695-5800 (Int'l callers), passcode 3268929. The webcast will also be archived on http://www.sourceinterlink.com/ for 30 days.

    About Source Interlink Companies, Inc.

    Source Interlink Companies, Inc. , a media and marketing services company, is one of the largest publishers of magazines and online content for enthusiast audiences and is also a leading distributor of home entertainment products, including DVDs, music CDs, magazines, video games, books, and related items. Source Interlink serves over 100,000 retail store locations throughout North America. Supply chain relationships include consumer goods advertisers, subscribers, movie studios, record labels, magazine and newspaper publishers, confectionary companies and manufacturers of general merchandise.

    The Company's fully integrated businesses and activities include:

    -- Publishing more than 75 magazines, providing enthusiast media content including television and radio programs, over 100 events, 90 related Web sites and 400 branded products for automobile, marine, equine, outdoor sports, home tech and daytime television

    -- Distribution and fulfillment of entertainment products to major retail chains throughout North America and directly to consumers of entertainment products ordered through the Internet

    -- Import and export of periodicals to more than 100 markets worldwide

    -- Managing product selection and placement of impulse items at checkout counters

    -- Processing and collection of rebate claims and management of point-of- purchase sales data

    -- Design, manufacture and installation of wire fixtures and displays in major retail chains

    -- Licensing of children's and family-friendly home entertainment products

    For more information, please visit the Company's Web site at http://www.sourceinterlink.com/.

    Source Interlink Companies, Inc.

    CONTACT: Investors, Dean Heine, Investor Relations, Source Interlink
    Companies, Inc., +1-239-949-4450, dheine@sourceinterlink.com; or Denise Roche,
    roche@braincomm.com, or Media, Nancy Zakhary, nancy@braincomm.com, both of
    Brainerd Communicators, Inc., +1-212-986-6667

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




    Bookham to Present at Citigroup Annual Global Technology Conference

    SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Bookham, Inc., , a leading provider of optical components, modules and subsystems, today announced that Alain Couder, Chief Executive Officer and President, and Jerry Turin, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Citigroup Annual Global Technology Conference on Thursday, September 4, 2008 at 10:25 a.m. Eastern Time.

    Event: Citigroup Annual Global Technology Conference Date: Thursday, September 4, 2008 Time: 10:25 a.m. Eastern Time Location: Hilton New York Webcast: Investor section of the Company's website at http://www.bookham.com/ About Bookham

    Bookham, Inc. is a leading provider of high performance optical products, spanning from components to advanced subsystems. The company designs and manufactures a broad range of solutions tailored for the telecommunications optical infrastructure and selected markets, including industrial, life sciences, semiconductor, and scientific. The Company utilizes proprietary core technologies and a vertically integrated manufacturing organization to provide its customers with cost-effective and innovative devices, as well as flexible, scalable product delivery. Bookham is a global company, headquartered in San Jose, Calif., with leading edge chip fabrication facilities in the UK and Switzerland, and manufacturing sites in the USA and China.

    Bookham and all other Bookham, Inc. product names and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of Bookham, Inc. in the USA or other countries.

    Bookham, Inc.

    CONTACT: Jim Fanucchi of Summit IR Group Inc., +1-408-404-5400,
    ir@bookham.com, for Bookham, Inc.

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




    Enterprise Acquisition Corp. Schedules Conference Call to Discuss Merger with Workflow Management

    BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Enterprise Acquisition Corporation today announced that it has scheduled a conference call to discuss its proposed merger with WF Capital Holdings, Inc., the privately-held parent of Workflow Management, Inc., on Tuesday, August 26, 2008, at 10:30 am (ET).

    Conference Call Details: Date/Time: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 10:30 am (ET) Telephone Number: 800-732-6870 (US Domestic) 212-231-2900 (International) Passcode: 21391666 Internet Access: http://www.investorcalendar.com/

    A replay of the conference call in its entirety will be available approximately one hour after its completion for 30 days at 800-633-8284 (United States) or 402-977-9140 (International) under the reservation number 21391666, and over the Internet at http://www.investorcalendar.com/.

    About Workflow Management, Inc.

    Workflow Management, Inc. (http://www.workflowone.com/) is a leading provider of managed print and promotional production and fulfillment solutions in North America. Workflow's proprietary WorkflowOneAccess online portal connects its corporate clients to its internal manufacturing and distribution network and its extensive supplier network, which enables them to manage the design, procurement, purchasing, warehousing, fulfillment and delivery of their print and promotional products. Workflow currently employs more than 3,300 people across the United States in its three divisions: WorkflowOne, Freedom Graphics Services and United Envelope. Its base of over 24,000 clients includes leading participants in the manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, not-for-profit, and sports and leisure industries.

    About Enterprise Acquisition Corp.

    Located in Boca Raton, Florida, Enterprise Acquisition Corp. (http://www.enterpriseacq.com/) is a blank check company formed for the purpose of acquiring, through a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition or other similar business combination with one or more operating businesses. The prospective target will not be limited to a particular industry.

    Forward-looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, about Enterprise, Workflow and their combined business after completion of the proposed acquisition. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. Such forward-looking statements, based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Enterprise's and Workflow's management, are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements: the failure of Enterprise stockholders to approve the merger agreement and the transactions contemplated thereby; the number and percentage of Enterprise's stockholders voting against the acquisition and electing conversion rights; changing interpretations of generally accepted accounting principles; continued compliance with government regulations; legislation or regulatory environments, requirements or changes adversely affecting the businesses in which Workflow is engaged; demand for the products and services that Workflow provides; cyclical business trends; general economic conditions; geopolitical events and regulatory changes, as well as other relevant risks detailed in Enterprise's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The information set forth herein should be read in light of such risks. Neither Enterprise nor Workflow assumes any obligation to update the information contained in this press release.

    Additional Information and Where to Find It

    Enterprise expects to file a preliminary proxy statement concerning the proposed transaction, which will be subject to review by the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Enterprise stockholders and other interested persons are urged to read the proxy statement and other relevant materials when they become available as they will contain important information about Enterprise, Workflow and the proposed transaction. Such persons can also read Enterprise's final prospectus dated November 7, 2007 and other SEC filings for a description of the security holdings of the Enterprise officers and directors and their respective interests in the successful consummation of the proposed transaction. The definitive proxy statement will be mailed to stockholders as of a record date to be established for voting on the proposed transaction. Enterprise's stockholders will be able to obtain a free copy of Enterprise's filings at the Securities and Exchange Commission's internet site (http://www.sec.gov/). Copies of such filings can also be obtained, without charge, by directing a request to Enterprise Acquisition Corp., 6800 Broken Sound Parkway, Boca Raton, FL 33487.

    Participants in Solicitation

    Enterprise and its directors and executive officers and Workflow and its directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from the holders of Enterprise stock in respect of the proposed merger. Investors may obtain additional information regarding the interest of such participants by reading the proxy statement relating to the proposed transaction when it becomes available and Enterprise's Annual Report on Form 10-K for its fiscal year ended December 31, 2007, filed with the SEC on March 27, 2008, and Enterprise's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2008 and the three months ended June 30, 2008.

    Enterprise Acquisition Corporation

    CONTACT: Daniel C. Staton, President & Chief Executive Officer,
    Enterprise Acquisition, +1-561-988-1700, Daniel@StatonCapital.com; Joseph M.
    Zappulla Grannus Financial Advisors, +1-212-681-4100,
    JMZappulla@GrannusFinancial.com

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




    Wireless Age Announces Termination of Prepaid Distribution Contract

    TORONTO, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Wireless Age Communications, Inc. (OTCBB:WLSA) ("Wireless Age" or the "Company") announced today that its subsidiary, Wireless Source Distribution Ltd. ("Wireless Source") has mutually agreed to terminate our Prepaid Cellular Service Card Distribution Agreement with SaskTel Mobility ("SaskTel") effective September 30, 2008.

    Under this agreement, which originally was signed in 2003 and later amended in December, 2004, Wireless Source was granted the local distribution rights of prepaid phone cards on behalf of SaskTel.

    Historically the profit margin arising from the agreement, although marginal, was acceptable. In the past year or two, the margin has eroded and our costs have increased to the point where we believe the business makes little economic sense for Wireless Source to continue. In addition, given the recent increased scrutiny of accounting matters, the Company may be required to account for the business as commission revenue only.

    John Simmonds, CEO, commented, "While we are disappointed that we could not continue the business at a higher gross margin, the loss of this business while significant with respect to our total revenue, will have no material impact on our net income. Our other commercial business continues at favourable margins within Wireless Source and we will be focusing on building this business in the near term. We also plan to refocus our management to emphasize our post paid retail business which is much more profitable than the prepaid."

    Note: This press release contains "forward looking statements" as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on currently available competitive, financial and economic data and management's views and assumptions regarding future events. Such forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Wireless Age cannot provide assurances that the matters described in this press release will be successfully completed or that the Company will realize the anticipated benefits of any transaction. Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to: global economic and market conditions; the war on terrorism and the potential for war or other hostilities in other parts of the world; the availability of financing and lines of credit; successful integration of acquired or merged businesses; changes in interest rates; management's ability to forecast sales and control expenses, especially on a quarterly basis; unexpected decline in sales without a corresponding and timely slowdown in expense growth; the Company's ability to retain key management and employees; intense competition and the Company's ability to meet demand at competitive prices and to continue to introduce new products and new versions of existing products that keep pace with technological developments, satisfy increasingly sophisticated customer requirements and achieve market acceptance; relationships with significant suppliers and customers; as well as other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those detailed from time to time in Wireless Age SEC filings. Wireless Age undertakes no obligation to update information contained in this release. For further information regarding risks and uncertainties associated with Wireless Age Communications, Inc.'s business, please refer to the risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in Wireless Age's SEC filings.

    Wireless Age Communications, Inc.

    CONTACT: John G. Simmonds, Chairman & CEO, (905) 833-2753 ext. 223; or
    Andrew Barwicki, Investor Relations, (516) 662-9461




    Tyco Delivers Notices of Redemption of Series B 3.125 Percent Convertible Senior Debentures Due 2023 and Liquid Yield Option Notes (TM) Due 2020 (Zero Coupon-Senior)

    PEMBROKE, Bermuda, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tyco International Ltd. today delivered a notice of redemption of its $19,050,000 remaining principal amount of Series B 3.125 percent Convertible Senior Debentures due 2023 (the "Series B Convertible Debentures") and its $351,000 remaining principal amount of Liquid Yield Option Notes(TM) due 2020 (Zero Coupon-Senior) (the "LYONs"). The redemption date for both the Series B Convertible Debentures and the LYONs is September 26, 2008.

    As stated in the notice of redemption and in accordance with the indenture under which the Series B Convertible Debentures were issued, the redemption price of the Series B Convertible Debentures is $1,024.48 per $1,000 principal amount, which represents 101.823% of the principal amount plus interest accrued to the redemption date.

    As stated in the notice of redemption for the LYONs and in accordance with the indenture under which the LYONs were issued, the redemption price of the LYONs is $834.07 per $1,000 principal amount at maturity, which represents the accrued original issue discount calculated to the redemption date.

    As a result of the separation transactions undertaken by Tyco International Ltd. in 2007, the Series B Convertible Debentures and the LYONs became convertible into common shares of Tyco International Ltd., Covidien Ltd. and Tyco Electronics Ltd. The Series B Convertible Debentures are convertible into 11.496 common shares of Tyco International Ltd., 11.496 common shares of Covidien Ltd. and 11.496 common shares of Tyco Electronics Ltd., per $1,000 principal amount of the Series B Convertible Debentures, subject to certain conditions set forth in the indenture and in the Series B Convertible Debentures and subject to adjustment under certain circumstances. The closing prices, as reported on the New York Stock Exchange on August 22, 2008, of the common shares of Tyco International Ltd., Covidien Ltd. and Tyco Electronics, Ltd. were $43.36, $54.33 and $32.90, respectively. The aggregate value of the shares receivable upon conversion would thus have been $1,501.26, as of August 22, 2008.

    The LYONs are convertible into 2.575 common shares of Tyco International Ltd., 2.575 common shares of Covidien Ltd. and 2.575 common shares of Tyco Electronics Ltd., per $1,000 principal amount at maturity of the LYONs, subject to certain conditions set forth in the indenture and in LYONs and subject to adjustment under certain circumstances. The aggregate value of the shares receivable upon conversion would thus have been $336.27, as of August 22, 2008, based on the above closing prices.

    Any holder may convert its Series B Convertible Debentures or LYONs so long as such holder complies with the conditions to conversion described in the Series B Convertible Debentures or LYONs, as applicable. The last conversion date for the LYONs is September 23, 2008, and the last conversion date for the Series B Convertible Debentures is September 25, 2008. The foregoing pricing information and aggregate value of the shares upon conversion are provided as examples only. Holders should verify current pricing information of the common shares of Tyco International Ltd., Covidien Ltd. and Tyco Electronics Ltd. before making any decision regarding the conversion of their securities.

    Tyco will redeem any unconverted Series B Convertible Debentures and LYONs with available cash. The aggregate current principal amount outstanding of the Series B Convertible Debentures plus interest accrued through August 25, 2008 on such amount is approximately $19,463,427.33. The aggregate current principal amount outstanding of the LYONs plus original issue discount accrued through August 25, 2008 on such amount is approximately $292,380.38.

    This press release does not constitute a notice of redemption of the Series B Convertible Debentures or the LYONs. The redemption is made solely pursuant to the notices of redemption respecting each of the Series B Convertible Debentures and LYONs dated August 25, 2008 and delivered by the trustee under the indentures to the holders of such securities.

    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/.

    NOTE: "Liquid Yield Option" and "LYONs" are Trademarks of Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc.

    FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

    This release may contain certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks, uncertainty and changes in circumstances, which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from anticipated results, performance or achievements. All statements contained herein that are not clearly historical in nature are forward-looking and the words "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "estimate," "plan," and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. Economic, business, competitive and/or regulatory factors affecting Tyco's businesses are examples of factors, among others, that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Tyco is under no obligation to (and expressly disclaims any such obligation to) update or alter its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More detailed information about these and other factors is set forth in Tyco's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2007 and Tyco's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 27, 2008.

    Tyco International Ltd.

    CONTACT: News Media, Paul Fitzhenry, +1-609-720-4261; 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/




    RightNow August '08 Adds Web 2.0 and Online Collaboration Capabilities to On Demand CRM SolutionRightNow's New Customer Portal, Co-browse, and Proactive Chat Helps Organizations Brand the Online Service Experience

    BOZEMAN, Mont., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today RightNow(R) Technologies introduces August '08, the latest version of the company's on demand, customer relationship management (CRM) solution. August '08 harnesses the power of Web 2.0 to enable consumer-centric organizations to transform their static website support environments into branded, highly interactive online service experiences for customers.

    Web 2.0: New RightNow Customer Portal

    With the RightNow customer portal, organizations can easily brand and personalize the website service experience, infusing it with interactive Web 2.0 information resources. The RightNow customer portal;

    -- Is part of RightNow Service and includes best practices for online customer self-service.

    -- Supports consumers' increased reliance on digital mediums to make informed buying decisions, with the ability to flexibly incorporate Web 2.0 technologies in the form of widgets, video, forums, and blogs.

    -- Includes a studio development environment to easily create and manage the online service experience, including integration with Adobe Dreamweaver, the industry's leading web development product.

    The Collaboration Key: Co-Browse and Proactive Chat Live, interactive assistance exactly when online consumers need it.

    -- RightNow co-browse ensures organizations and consumers are on the same page -- literally. Co-browse lets consumers securely invite an agent, either on the phone or during an online chat session, to share their desktop and navigate/browse together, whether for resolving a problem, filling out a form, or guiding them through an online purchase.

    -- Proactive chat is a new feature of RightNow chat that presents a chat invitation to a consumer based on specific, definable circumstances, such as being a premier or gold customer or spending a certain amount of time on a site.

    Comments on the Importance of Great Online Consumer Experiences

    "The overall quality of customer experience is largely defined by personalized online interactions. Companies that consistently deliver these positive customer experiences across all touch points maintain consumer loyalty, build stronger brands and are better able to avoid competition on price alone -- therefore they grow faster and earn healthier profits than companies that don't consider consumer experience a priority."

    Greg Gianforte, CEO, RightNow

    "With more access to information, more sensitivity to price, and less sensitivity to advertising, customers are getting harder to win and keep. Organizations try to woo these empowered consumers with mediocre experiences - - but it won't work. Firms need to dramatically raise the bar on the customer experience they provide."

    Bruce D. Temkin, Forrester Research From the January 2007 report, Experience-Based Differentiation

    "The online gaming market by its very nature requires us to be much more highly engaged with our online customers than is needed for the typical offline game customer. RightNow enables us to cost-efficiently deliver the premium-quality customer experience that differentiates our brand."

    Brad Wilcox, executive director of global customer service, Sony Online Entertainment

    Comments on the New Customer Portal

    "Our customer portal helps organizations tap new online resources and communities while wrapping it within their overall brand experience. The wide range of pre-built and custom widgets -- from answer search and announcements to forums, videos or shipping calculators -- delivers on RightNow's strategy of offering our customers a flexible and interactive consumer platform for personalized online support."

    David Vap, vice president of products, RightNow About RightNow Technologies

    RightNow delivers the high-impact technology solutions and services organizations need to cost-efficiently deliver a consistently superior customer experience across their frontline service, sales and marketing touch-points. Approximately 1,800 corporations and government agencies worldwide depend on RightNow to achieve their strategic objectives and better meet the needs of those they serve. RightNow is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana. For more information, please visit RightNow Technologies.

    RightNow is a registered trademark of RightNow Technologies, Inc. NASDAQ is a registered trademark of the NASDAQ Stock Market.

    This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause our actual results to differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statement.

    The risks and uncertainties referred to above include, but are not limited to, risks associated with our business model; our ability to develop or acquire, and gain market acceptance for, new products in a cost-effective and timely manner; the market success of our August 2008 release; the gain or loss of key customers; competitive pressures; our ability to expand operations; fluctuations in our earnings as a result of the impact of stock-based compensation expense; interruptions or delays in our hosting operations; breaches of our security measures; our ability to protect our intellectual property from infringement, and to avoid infringing on the intellectual property rights of third parties; our ability to manage and expand our partner relationships; our ability to expand, retain and motivate our employees and manage our growth, and general economic conditions. Further information on potential factors that could affect our financial results is included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports of Form 10-Q, and in other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements in this release speak only as of the date they are made. We undertake no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statement for any reason.

    RightNow Technologies

    CONTACT: Katie O'Connell of RightNow Technologies, +1-925-674-1487,
    mobile, +1-510-304-3707, koconnell@rightnow.com

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




    ARRIS to Present at the 11th Annual Kaufman Bros. Investor Conference

    SUWANEE, Ga., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ARRIS a global telecommunications technology leader, today announced that company management will present at the 11th Annual Kaufman Bros. Investor Conference at the W New York Hotel on Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at approximately 8:30 a.m. EDT. Investors may listen to the live webcast of the presentation by logging on to http://www.wsw.com/webcast/kbro13/arrs/ prior to the 8:30 a.m. EDT start time. A copy of the slides used in the presentation will be posted on the ARRIS website, http://www.arrisi.com/, in the Investor Relations section, immediately following the webcast.

    About ARRIS

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

    ARRIS

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

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




    Former SureWest Wireless Customers Join Verizon Wireless 'IN' CrowdNetwork and billing conversion complete

    WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Wireless calls, text and data from former SureWest Wireless customers are now riding on the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network from Verizon Wireless, less than four months after the company purchased the wireless assets of SureWest Communications.

    Former SureWest Wireless customers are now part of Verizon Wireless' nationwide IN Calling network, the nation's largest since Verizon Wireless is the most widely used brand of service in wireless. IN calling allows calls to and from Verizon Wireless customers without using any plan minutes. Verizon Wireless is the most widely used brand of service in wireless.

    Verizon Wireless customers also have access to 3G services like V CAST Music with Rhapsody, a subscription music service that also enables over-the-air music downloads; mobile-office capabilities available through BroadbandAccess; VZ Navigator turn-by-turn directions and Backup Assistant for storing contact information.

    "We are pleased to welcome former SureWest Wireless customers to our network," said Rich Garwood, regional president for Verizon Wireless. "We're excited about delivering a great customer experience and the reliability our customers have come to expect."

    Verizon Wireless' reputation as the nation's most reliable wireless network is supported by industry-leading redundancy and maintenance measures. This has proven particularly valuable during natural disasters and other emergencies across the country. Standard Verizon Wireless network-reliability features include battery back-up power at all facilities as well as generators installed at all switching facilities and many cell site locations.

    Verizon Wireless has invested nearly $45 billion since it was formed -- $5.5 billion on average every year -- to increase the coverage and capacity of its national wireless network and to add services like BroadbandAccess, V CAST, VZ Navigator(SM) and many more.

    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: Heidi Flato of Verizon Wireless, +1-925-279-6545,
    Heidi.Flato@VerizonWireless.com

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




    Deep Down Expands ROV Staff Through Mako Technologies

    HOUSTON, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Deep Down, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: DPDW) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Mako Technologies, LLC (Mako) has appointed Bryce Merrill to the position of Director of Subsea Services. Merrill brings over 40 years of experience and relationships in the subsea industry to Mako; 17 years as a diver and 25 years with Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs).

    Before joining Mako, Merrill served on various projects for BP, Chevron, Petrobras, Shell and Total. During his tenure at Oceaneering International, Inc., he served as ROV supervisor for the Petrobras Pacnorse project, where he was responsible for operation of the Arms Bell onboard the drillship, which at the time set a new world depth record with a dive to 3032 feet. Merrill has significant experience designing and building specialty tools used in subsea operations. Merrill also held various office positions as Audit Manager, Recruiting Manager and Operations Manager.

    "Bryce Merrill has an extensive background in subsea services. He is well respected in the industry, and we are very pleased to have him join Mako where we believe he will have significant impact on our ROV operations," commented Jacob Marcell, Mako's president.

    "The hiring of Mr. Merrill is a very important milestone for Deep Down in its plans to develop a significant presence in the market for ROV services in offshore and deepwater applications, one of three primary targeted areas of growth for the company. The other two primary areas of focus are drilling riser buoyancy through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Flotation Technologies and umbilicals and steel flying leads through its wholly-owned subsidiary Deep Down," said Robert E. Chamberlain, Jr., Deep Down's Chairman and CAO.

    About Deep Down, Inc.

    Deep Down specializes in the provision of innovative solutions, installation management, engineering services, support services, custom fabrication and storage management services for the offshore subsea control, umbilical, and pipeline industries. The company fabricates component parts of subsea distribution systems and assemblies that specialize in the development of subsea fields and tie backs. These items include umbilicals, flow lines, distribution systems, pipeline terminations, controls, winches, and launch and recovery systems, among others. Deep Down provides these services from the initial field conception phase, through manufacturing, site integration testing, installation, topside connections, and the final commissioning of a project. For further company information, please visit http://www.deepdowninc.com/ or call Ron Smith at 281-862-2201.

    The Company's ElectroWave USA subsidiary offers products and services in the fields of electronic monitoring and control systems for the energy, military, and commercial business sectors. ElectroWave designs, manufactures, installs, and commissions integrated PLC and SCADA based instrumentation and control systems, including ballast control and monitoring, drilling instrumentation, vessel management systems, marine advisory systems, machinery plant control and monitoring systems, and closed circuit television systems. For further company information, please visit http://www.electrowaveusa.com/ or call Greg Boucher at 713-896-7799.

    The Company's Mako Technologies subsidiary serves the growing offshore petroleum and marine industries with technical support services, and products vital to offshore petroleum production, through rentals of its remotely operated vehicles (ROV), topside and subsea equipment, and diving support systems used in diving operations, maintenance and repair operations, offshore construction, and environmental/marine surveys. For further company information, please visit http://www.makotechnologies.com/ or call Jacob Marcell at 985-385-7817.

    Flotation Technologies engineers, designs and manufactures deepwater buoyancy systems using high-strength Flotec(TM) syntactic foam and polyurethane elastomers. Flotation's product offerings include distributed buoyancy for flexible pipes and umbilicals, drilling riser buoyance modules, CoreTec(TM) drilling riser buoyancy modules, ROVits(TM) buoyancy, Hydro-Float mooring buoys, Stablemoor(TM) low-drag ADCP deployment solution, Quick-Loc(TM) cable floats, Hardball(TM) umbilical floats, Flotec(TM) cable and pipeline protection, Inflex(TM) polymer bend restrictors, and installation buoyancy of any size and depth rating. For further company information, please visit http://www.flotec.com/ or call David Capotosto at 207-282-7749.

    The Company's strategy is to become a leading provider of products and services to the offshore industry, including shallow, deep, and ultra-deep water applications in oil and gas exploration, development and production activities, and maritime operations. Management plans to achieve this strategy through organic growth and strategic acquisitions of complementary businesses with technological advantages in deepwater environments.

    One of our most important responsibilities is to communicate with shareholders in an open and direct manner. Comments are based on current management expectations, and are considered "forward-looking statements," generally preceded by words such as "plans," "expects," "believes," "anticipates," or "intends." We cannot promise future returns. Our statements reflect our best judgment at the time they are issued, and we disclaim any obligation to update or alter forward-looking statements as the result of new information or future events. Deep Down urges investors to review the risks and uncertainties contained within its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Deep Down, Inc.

    CONTACT: Steven Haag, Investor Relations of Deep Down, Inc.,
    +1-281-862-2201, fax, +1-281-862-2522, ir@deepdowninc.com

    Web site: http://www.deepdowninc.com/
    http://www.makotechnologies.com/
    http://www.electrowaveusa.com/
    http://www.flotec.com/




    New NFL Fan Ticket Exchange Service Kicks Off on NFL.COMPartnership with Ticketmaster Enables Fans to Buy and Sell 2008 Preseason, Regular Season, Playoff and Super Bowl Tickets on League Site

    NEW YORK, and WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The National Football League and Ticketmaster today announced the launch of the NFL's first-ever ticket exchange service on NFL.COM. This new service enables fans to buy or resell tickets to NFL games through a convenient, league-endorsed website.

    The new program on NFL.COM, developed by Ticketmaster, the "Official Ticket Exchange Provider of the NFL," will allow for the exchange of tickets for all 2008 preseason and regular season games, Playoffs and the Super Bowl. The program provides fans unable to attend a game with a proven channel to sell their tickets to other fans looking to buy or upgrade their seats.

    Ticket holders seeking to sell tickets through NFL.COM can do so in the dependable and convenient domain of the official ticket exchange. The ticket exchange service provides fans the opportunity to find and buy resold tickets in a secure environment, in most cases with the ability to electronically validate the resold tickets at the time of purchase.

    Fans seeking to buy tickets may go to the site to view and purchase tickets offered for games that might be sold out, or obtain a ticket located in a specific seating section that might not otherwise be available.

    About Ticketmaster

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

    Ticketmaster

    CONTACT: Brian McCarthy of National Football League, +1-212-450-2069,
    Brian.mccarthy@nfl.com; or Albert Lopez of Ticketmaster, +1-310-360-2502,
    Albert.Lopez@Ticketmaster.com

    Web site: http://www.ticketmaster.com/
    http://www.nfl.com/




    Cincinnati PRSA to Host Presentation and Panel on Maximizing Multicultural InitiativesPR Newswire Multicultural Marketing Expert, Nadia Fiorello, To Deliver Keynote Presentation

    CINCINNATI, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- In a nation rich with diverse cultures and ethnic identities, using just one approach to public relations can be limiting. The Cincinnati Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is hosting an in-depth, professional development seminar and expert panel on maximizing multicultural initiatives on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront.

    (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000306/PRNLOGO )

    Highlighting the event, Nadia Fiorello, Director, MultiVu Latino, a PR Newswire company, will present a program entitled "From Media Relations to Measurement: Maximizing Your Multicultural Initiatives in 2008," which is traveling nationwide to various PRSA chapters. Fiorello will offer insights, tactics and tools for the execution and measurement of successful multicultural public relations programs with a concentration on media relations.

    With more than seven years in the communications field, Fiorello helps clients create a full suite of media solutions for television, radio and the Internet targeted at the complex and fast growing U.S. Hispanic market. In addition, she has worked in television production as a producer and story coordinator for Telemundo, Urban Latino TV and Inside Edition.

    The morning seminar will be followed by a dynamic panel discussion that includes Fiorello and local multicultural public relations experts discussing the latest trends and strategies for reaching diverse cultural communities.

    Topics will include: -- Key facts and figures about the U.S. Hispanic, African American and U.S. Asian markets -- Top trends in multicultural/ethnic public relations -- Common mistakes that marketers make in targeted multicultural or integrated campaigns -- Means by which ethnic groups are driving the Web 2.0 era and the dynamics that each segment brings to online communications -- Similarities and differences in media preferences among the different ethnic groups -- Key ingredients of an effective multicultural marketing program Event Details

    "From Media Relations to Measurement: Maximizing Your Multicultural Initiatives in 2008" -- presentation and panel featuring Nadia Fiorello, Director, MultiVu Latino, a PR Newswire company.

    Tuesday, September 9, 2008 MORNING SESSION 10:00-10:15am Check-in 10:30-11:30am Workshop LUNCHEON SESSION Noon-12:30pm Check-in/Networking 12:30-1:30pm Luncheon & Panel

    Location: Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront, 668 West Fifth Street, Covington, Kentucky

    Cost: MORNING SESSION ONLY: $15 for PRSA Cincinnati Chapter Members/ $20 for Non-Members LUNCHEON SESSION ONLY: $23 for PRSA Cincinnati Chapter Members/ $28 for Non-Members BOTH SESSIONS: $35 for PRSA Cincinnati Chapter Members/$45 for Non-Members

    For more information and to RSVP, please contact Anne Campbell at acampbell@fuse.net or (513) 792-0402. Reservations are required; RSVP by Wednesday, September 3, 2008.

    About Cincinnati PRSA

    The Public Relations Society of America, based in New York City, is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals helping to advance the profession and the professional. Its nearly 20,000 members are organized into 116 Chapters nationwide. With more than 200 members, the Cincinnati Chapter of PRSA is proud to serve members in the Greater Cincinnati area. For more information, please see http://www.cincinnatiprsa.org/.

    About PR Newswire

    PR Newswire Association LLC (http://www.prnewswire.com/) provides electronic distribution, targeting, measurement and broadcast services on behalf of tens of thousands of corporate, government, association, labor, non-profit, and other customers worldwide. Using PR Newswire, these organizations reach a variety of critical audiences including the news media, the investment community, government decision-makers, and the general public with their up-to-the-minute, full-text news developments.

    Established in 1954, PR Newswire has offices in 14 countries and routinely sends its customers' news to outlets in more than 170 countries and in more than 40 languages. Utilizing the latest in communications technology, PR Newswire content is considered a mainstay among news reporters, investors and individuals who seek breaking news from the source. PR Newswire's leading services include ProfNet(SM), eWatch(TM), MEDIAtlas(TM), Search Engine Optimization, MediaRoom, MediaSense(TM), MultiVu(TM), U.S. Newswire, the preeminent policy newswire in the industry, Vintage Filings, the fastest growing Edgar filing company, and Hispanic PR Wire, LatinClips and Hispanic Digital Network, the foremost Hispanic communications services. PR Newswire is a subsidiary of United Business Media Limited of London.

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    CONTACT: Rob Pasquinucci, Chapter President, Cincinnati PRSA,
    +1-859-572-5586, Robpasq@fuse.net

    Web site: http://www.cincinnatiprsa.org/
    http://www.prnewswire.com/




    BOOMj, Inc. Chooses Tribune Media Services to Provide Best of Breed Content for the BOOMj.com Social Network

    HENDERSON, Nev., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BOOMj, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: BOMJ) http://www.boomj.com/, the leading social networking community for Baby Boomers and adults over the age of 35 today announced a partnership with Tribune Media Services (TMS). This relationship enables BOOMj.com to carry content from world-renowned columnists including, Garrison Keillor, Clarence Page, Henry Kissinger, Arianna Huffington, Mitch Albom, Wolfgang Puck, and others.

    (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070131/BOOMJLOGO)

    "We believe that this strategic partnership with Tribune Media Services enhances the services we offer to our growing social community," said Wendy Borow-Johnson, President of BOOMj, Inc. "We know that for Baby Boomers content is a key element in social networking and engagement. The TMS content will be integrated throughout BOOMj.com and will allow our users to discuss and share their opinions about the most relevant and important news items."

    "BOOMj is an ideal partner because of the social network's commitment to building community by integrating content that affects the community and consumers daily," said Scott Cameron, Director of Domestic Sales at TMS. "Boomers are highly selective in their use of time and engagement, and they want content that directly impacts their day-to-day lives. The relationship with TMS enhances our strategy to give BOOMj.com users the best community experience on the Web," concluded Wendy Borow Johnson.

    BOOMj offers Internet users over the age of 35 focused content and breaking news in health, finance, politics, technology, entertainment and lifestyle integrated with social networking tools and e-commerce. BOOMj membership is free and active members are provided with reward points redeemable as cash in the http://www.boomj.com/ store. BOOMj's leadership team has experience in media, retailing and e-commerce and is at the forefront of establishing the premier destination for Baby Boomers and Generation Jones.

    About BOOMj, Inc. (TM)

    BOOMj, Inc. (TM) (OTCBB: BOMJ) is a leading niche portal with social networking and e-commerce serving Baby Boomers and Generation Jones. BOOMj integrates content, social networking e-commerce and advertising in health, finance, politics, technology, entertainment, travel and lifestyle. For more information regarding the company, please visit http://www.boomj.com/.

    About Tribune Media Services

    Tribune Media Services (TMS) is a leading provider of information and entertainment products for print, electronic and on-air media in the United States and abroad. It distributes TV and movie listings and related editorial content under the TMS and Zap2it brands; syndicates comics, editorial cartoons, feature articles and opinion columns; creates and distributes a variety of online information products; licenses editorial content from national periodicals; and manages national advertising networks. TMS also markets news, features, information graphics and multimedia content to media clients around the world through the McClatchy-Tribune Information Services. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Queensbury, N.Y., Dallas, Houston, Milwaukee, Amsterdam, London, Hong Kong and Amman, Jordan, TMS is a subsidiary of Tribune Company. For more information about TMS and its products and services, visit http://www.tms.tribune.com/.

    Safe Harbor Statement:

    Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Except for historical information, the matters discussed in this press release contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental and technological factors affecting BOOMj's operations, markets, products and prices and other factors discussed in the Company's various filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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    CONTACT: Liz Wong of BOOMj, Inc., +1-949-679-7000, liz@boomj.com

    Web site: http://www.boomj.com/
    http://www.tms.tribune.com/




    BOOMj to Sponsor SCVN Mixer August 26, 2008 at the Karl Strauss Brew Co. at Metro Pointe on South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, Ca.

    HENDERSON, Nev., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BOOMj, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: BOMJ) http://www.boomj.com/ the leading niche social network and e-commerce platform for Baby Boomers announces that BOOMj will sponsor the Southern California Venture Network Mixer August 26, 2008 at the Karl Strauss Brewing Company. BOOMj will give a brief presentation.

    (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070131/BOOMJLOGO)

    Regarding the upcoming mixer, Robert McNulty, CEO and Founder of BOOMj, Inc. said, "As an entrepreneur, I've had many successful experiences -- HomeClub in the 80's, Shopping.com in the 90's, and now BOOMj. I know the value of a strong local business community and we're pleased to sponsor SCVN."

    SCVN hosts monthly mixers on the last Tuesday of each month, bringing together entrepreneurs, growth companies, high level business contacts, and funding sources to mix and mingle for networking purposes.

    Last month there were 50 attendees to the SCVN mixer. Attendance is $10 and includes light appetizers. There is a no host bar.

    Venue Details: Karl Strauss Brewing Company is at the Metro Pointe on the South side of South Coast Drive.

    About BOOMj, Inc. (TM)

    BOOMj, Inc. (TM) (OTCBB: BOMJ - News) is a leading niche portal with social networking and e-commerce serving Baby Boomers and Generation Jones. BOOMj integrates content, social networking e-commerce and advertising in health, finance, politics, technology, entertainment, travel and lifestyle. For more information regarding the company, please visit http://www.boomj.com/.

    About SCVN:

    The Mission of the Southern California Venture Network (SCVN) is to increase the entrepreneurial velocity of both start-up and emerging growth companies by encouraging entrepreneurs to take advantage of the network of skilled professionals, high-level business contacts, and on occasion funding sources to help navigate the many road blocks that often prevent early stage and late stage entrepreneurial companies from reaching their full potential in a timely manner. To learn more about the Southern California Venture Network, please visit http://www.scvn.org/.

    Safe Harbor Statement:

    Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Except for historical information, the matters discussed in this press release contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental and technological factors affecting BOOMj's operations, markets, products and prices and other factors discussed in the Company's various filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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    CONTACT: Liz Wong of BOOMj, Inc., +1-949-679-7000, liz@boomj.com

    Web site: http://www.boomj.com/
    http://www.scvn.org/




    VH1.com Launches Ticket Give-Away for Upcoming New Kids on the Block ConcertsThe VH1 Blog Presents 'New Kids on the Block Ultimate Fan Contest' - Winners To Receive Tickets to Shows in Boston, Las Vegas, New York and Seattle By Submitting Their Best New Kids-Related Photos and Stories

    NEW YORK, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Calling all New Kids on the Block fans! Beginning today, VH1.com is accepting submissions in the "New Kids on the Block Ultimate Fan Contest," where four winners will be chosen to attend a New Kids on the Block concert and meet with the band in one of four cities -- Boston, Las Vegas, New York or Seattle -- this fall.

    To enter, users can visit the VH1 Blog at NKOTB.VH1.com and submit a photo of themselves or a group photo and 50 words or less that describes the craziest thing they ever did as a NKOTB fan.

    Winners will be chosen by VH1.com in four rounds between September - November and will be based on the most unique ultimate fan stories/photos received. Submissions will be accepted beginning today, August 25 through November 12, 2008.

    In round one a winner and four friends will receive VIP tickets to the NKOTB show in Boston on 9/28/08, a meet and greet with the band and transportation to and hotel accommodation in Boston. In subsequent rounds the winner and one guest will receive VIP tickets to a show in either Las Vegas, New York or Seattle, a meet and greet with the band and transportation to and hotel accommodation in the host city.

    Additionally, on September 2, 2008 the New Kids on the Block are releasing The Block, their first album together in almost 15 years. Featuring the first single, the hit mellow jam "Summertime," the album also features collaborations with some of the biggest names in pop music. R&B superstar Ne-Yo appears on "Single," the follow-up to "Summertime." Other collaborations include "Grown Man" (with The Pussycat Dolls and uber-producer Teddy Riley), "Put It on My Tab" (with the ubiquitous Akon), "Big Girl Now" (with NY dance-pop diva Lady GaGa) and the much-buzzed about "Full Service" (with fellow supergroup New Edition).

    NKOTB are also gearing up for an exclusive 90-minute live event, "New Kids on the Block: A Behind The Music Special Event" premiering on VH1, September 28 at 8PM (ET/PT). In a first-of-its-kind production, the special will celebrate the history of the New Kids on the Block while also documenting their inspired 2008 reunion in their own words. Interspersed throughout the special will be live reports from Boston, counting down until VH1 airs a live broadcast of the first three songs from the world-renowned group's sold out concert at the TD Banknorth Garden in their hometown of Boston, Massachusetts.

    VH1 connects viewers to the music, artists and pop culture that matter to them most with TV series, specials, live events, exclusive online content and public affairs initiatives. VH1 is available in 90 million households in the U.S. VH1 also has an array of digital channels and services including VH1Classic, VH1 Soul, VH1 Mobile, VH1 Games and extensive broadband video on VH1.com. Connect with VH1 at VH1.com.

    Contact: Erica Cantwell Sahin/VH1

    +1-212-846-3683

    VH1

    CONTACT: Erica Cantwell, Sahin/VH1, +1-212-846-3683

    Web Site: http://nkotb.vh1.com/
    http://vh1.com/




    Microsoft Announces Upcoming Event for the Financial CommunityEvent with Microsoft leadership slated for September

    REDMOND, Wash., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Microsoft Corp. today announced participation in the following upcoming event with the financial community. Interested parties can view a webcast of this event on Microsoft's Investor Relations Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/msft.

    (Logo http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000822/MSFTLOGO) Citigroup Global Technology Conference Thursday, September 4, 2008 4:10 p.m. ET / 1:10 p.m. PT Chris Liddell, chief financial officer, Microsoft

    Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

    Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries.

    The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

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    CONTACT: financial analysts and investors, Microsoft Investor Relations,
    +1-425-706-3703, or press, Rapid Response Team of Waggener Edstrom Worldwide,
    +1-503-443-7070, rrt@waggeneredstrom.com, both for Microsoft Corp.

    Web site: http://www.microsoft.com/msft




    International Airport in U.A.E. Selects VideoSphere Solution with Integrated Analytics for Enhanced Security

    OTTAWA, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- March Networks(R) (TSX:MN), a leading provider of intelligent IP video and business analysis applications, announced today that Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) International Airport has selected the VideoSphere(TM) intelligent video management solution to enhance passenger and asset security in its main terminal and adjacent facilities.

    Located in the United Arab Emirates, RAK serves 27 airlines linking it to destinations in the Middle and Far East, Central Asia, the Indian subcontinent and Africa. The airport is in the midst of a US $16 million renovation and expansion project, which includes two new terminals, a VIP lounge, automated passenger and baggage handling facilities, and a cargo collection center.

    The VideoSphere solution will provide RAK with real-time operational intelligence and advanced video management. More than 100 VideoSphere encoders with embedded video analytics will increase the capabilities of the airport's existing CCTV network by automatically alerting staff to events such as an unattended bag or unauthorized person entering a restricted area. New VideoSphere recording platforms will ensure extended archiving, while powerful video management software enables efficient administration of the integrated IP video network.

    The solution will be delivered by Oasis Enterprises, an experienced March Networks systems provider, based in Dubai.

    "The VideoSphere solution provides Ras Al Khaimah airport with world-class surveillance capabilities in keeping with its new, state-of-the-art passenger and cargo services," said Basel Al Aref, General Manager of Professional Projects Division, Oasis Enterprises. "The analytics capabilities in particular are of critical importance, enabling the authority to maintain the highest security standards for its customers and partners."

    March Networks President and CEO Peter Strom said, "Our VideoSphere solution enables airport authorities worldwide to extend their investments in existing video infrastructure as they transition to next-generation IP video technology. We are pleased to provide Ras Al Khaimah with high performance IP video software and systems that can meet its current and longer-term critical infrastructure security requirements."

    About March Networks

    March Networks(R) (TSX:MN) is a leading provider of intelligent IP video and business analysis applications that enable organizations to reduce losses, mitigate risks and improve security and operational efficiency. The Company's advanced software suite includes enterprise-class video management, powerful analytics and comprehensive managed and professional services. Our software and systems are used by leading financial institutions, retailers, transportation authorities and other organizations in more than 50 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.marchnetworks.com/.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This release contains certain forward-looking information, including expectations of future business. This information is based on the company's current expectations and assumptions that are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and that may be beyond March Networks' control. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements due to factors such as customer demand and timing of purchasing decisions, increased levels of competition, technological changes and the successful development of new products, dependence on third-party manufacturers, risks relating to intellectual property infringement claims, and other risks and factors identified in March Networks' public filings with regulatory authorities in Canada. March Networks assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements as a result of new information or future events.

    * MARCH NETWORKS and the MARCH NETWORKS logo are trademarks of March Networks Corporation. CIEFFE is a trademark of CIEFFE S.p.A. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    MARCH NETWORKS CORPORATION

    CONTACT: Peter Wilenius, March Networks Corporation, (613) 591-8181,
    pwilenius@marchnetworks.com




    Gibbs to Demonstrate Advanced 3D With HSM Enhancement at IMTS 2008New Powerful Capabilities Released as Part of the GibbsCAM SolidSurfacer Module

    MOORPARK, California, August 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cimatron Limited , a leading provider of integrated CAD/CAM solutions for the toolmaking and manufacturing industries, announced today of a new enhancement in its GibbsCAM(R) product that will be showcased at IMTS 2008. The enhancement introduces a complete range of advanced 3-axis milling functionality for the GibbsCAM SolidSurfacer with support for high-speed machining (HSM). IMTS is being held at the McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on September 8th - 13th, 2008.

    "The new 3-axis surface machining capabilities provide more control and flexibility in toolpath generation with integral high-speed machining support," states Bill Gibbs, founder and president of Gibbs and Associates. "We continue to expand on GibbsCAM's world class production machining capabilities. The new functionality is in keeping with GibbsCAM's tradition of uniquely blending ease-of-use and powerful capabilities, a combination that can't be beaten in production machining."

    Advanced 3D with HSM enhancement for SolidSurfacer(R) includes: - Toolpath strategies optimized for high speed and hard material machining - 3D rest or material-only machining - Support for tapered tool shapes - New types of finishing processes including constant step-over and steep-shallow combination - Multi-surface flowline machining - Improved toolpath quality with smooth corners, stepovers and arc fitting - Improved use of boundaries and precise control of machining area - Enhanced entry/exit control with blends and optimized clearance moves - Direct machining of imported STL files - Automatic Core/Cavity detection for inside out or outside in milling - Operation splitting for tool wear and for optimal length out of holder - Multi-threaded for multi-CPU machines and to support batch toolpath generation - Automatic filleting of a surface to avoid sharp concave corners

    Enhancements introduced across the entire product line with the latest release of GibbsCAM will also be demonstrated at IMTS 2008.

    For more information about GibbsCAM, GibbsCAM's production machining capabilities or to see the capabilities introduced with GibbsCAM 2008, go to the GibbsCAM booth, #D-3001. Information about GibbsCAM is also available at the company's website, http://www.gibbscam.com/. For information about CimatronE, Cimatron's solution for tooling manufacturing, please visit the Cimatron booth at IMTS, D-3037, or go to the company's website, http://www.cimatron.com/.

    About Gibbs and Associates and GibbsCAM

    For over twenty years, Gibbs and Associates has been a leader in providing cutting edge CAD/CAM technology, while maintaining its signature ease-of-use and productivity. Powerfully Simple, Simply Powerful is the guiding philosophy at Gibbs. Gibbs believes in empowering the NC programmer, machinist, and manufacturing engineer, not eliminating them. Gibbs' goal is to introduce manufacturers to new technologies and new ways of working that makes their machining easier and their businesses more profitable. To achieve this goal, Gibbs creates tools that are naturally intuitive, graphically interactive, extremely visual, associative, and just plain enjoyable to use. Gibbs provides a total quality solution with the service and support successful customers require.

    The current GibbsCAM product line supports 2- through 5-axis milling, turning, mill/turning, multi-task simultaneous machining and wire-EDM. GibbsCAM also provides fully integrated manufacturing modeling capabilities that include 2D, 2.5D, 3D wireframe, surface, and solid modeling. GibbsCAM has received Microsoft's "Designed for Windows XP/2000" and "Works with Windows Vista" certifications. GibbsCAM's data exchange capabilities are able to access the broadest range of native and industry standard CAD data formats. GibbsCAM is certified under the Autodesk Inventor Certified Application Program, is a Solid Edge Certified Select Product, and is a SolidWorks Certified CAM Product. GibbsCAM is either offered or endorsed by a number of leading worldwide control and machine tool manufacturers, including GE Fanuc, Infimatic, Siemens, Doosan Infracore, Haas, Index, MAG Fadal, Mazak, Mitsubishi, Mori Seiki, and Tornos. Gibbs and Associates distributes its products worldwide through a network of international Resellers.

    In January 2008, Gibbs and Associates merged with Cimatron Ltd, and is now operating as a wholly owned subsidiary. For more information about Gibbs and Associates and its CAM software packages, call 1-800-654-9399, or visit the company on-line at http://www.gibbscam.com/.

    About Cimatron

    With over 25 years of experience and more than 40,000 installations worldwide, Cimatron is a leading provider of integrated, CAD/CAM solutions for mold, tool and die makers as well as manufacturers of discrete parts. Cimatron is committed to providing comprehensive, cost-effective solutions that streamline manufacturing cycles, enable collaboration with outside vendors, and ultimately shorten product delivery time.

    The Cimatron product line includes the CimatronE and GibbsCAM brands with solutions for mold design, die design, electrodes design, 2.5 to 5 axes milling, wire EDM, turn, Mill-turn, rotary milling, multi-task machining, and tombstone machining. Cimatron's subsidiaries and extensive distribution network serve and support customers in the automotive, aerospace, medical, consumer plastics, electronics, and other industries in over 40 countries worldwide.

    Cimatron is publicly traded on the NASDAQ exchange under the symbol CIMT. For more information, please visit the company web site at http://www.cimatron.com/.

    This press release includes forward looking statements, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act Of 1995, which are subject to risk and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. Such statements may relate to the company's plans, objectives and expected financial and operating results. The words "may," "could," "would," "will," "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "plan," and similar expressions or variations thereof are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of the future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company's ability to control. The risks and uncertainties that may affect forward looking statements include, but are not limited to: currency fluctuations, global economic and political conditions, marketing demand for Cimatron products and services, long sales cycle, new product development, assimilating future acquisitions, maintaining relationships with customers and partners, and increased competition. For more details about the risks and uncertainties of the business, refer to the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchanges Commission. The company cannot assess the impact of or the extent to which any single factor or risk, or combination of them, may cause. Cimatron undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

    Editor's Note: Electronic image and caption available upon request. For More Information Contact: Yvonne Anderson Marketing Communications Manager Gibbs and Associates Phone: +805-523-0004 Fax: +805-523-0006 Email: yvonnea@GibbsCAM.com Ilan Erez Chief Financial Officer Cimatron Ltd. Phone: +972-3-531-2121 Email: ilane@cimatron.com Yael Nevat Commitment-IR.com Phone: +972-3-611-4466 +972-50-762-6215 Email: yael@commitment-IR.com

    Cimatron Ltd

    CONTACT: For More Information Contact: Yvonne Anderson, Marketing
    Communications Manager, Gibbs and Associates, Phone: +805-523-0004, Fax:
    +805-523-0006, Email: yvonnea@GibbsCAM.com. Ilan Erez, Chief Financial
    Officer, Cimatron Ltd., Phone: +972-3-531-2121, Email: ilane@cimatron.com.
    Yael Nevat, Commitment-IR.com, Phone: +972-3-611-4466, +972-50-762-6215,
    Email: yael@commitment-IR.com




    New Version of Anacomp's CaseLogistix Strengthens docNative Paradigm ApproachLatest Functionality Bolsters Litigation Support Solution's Ability to Streamline and Accelerate eDiscovery

    GRAPEVINE, Texas, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- INTERNATIONAL LEGAL TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION (ILTA) NATIONAL CONFERENCE -- Anacomp(R) Inc., a leading business process solutions company, today announced the latest version of its CaseLogistix(R) litigation support software, which enables legal teams to quickly organize, review, analyze and produce digital evidence. The new version adds robust functionality that bolsters CaseLogistix's ability to streamline and accelerate litigation review processes. More importantly, the latest capabilities complement and extend the solution's innovative docNative(TM) Paradigm approach to eDiscovery.

    The traditional method for managing legal discovery review that has long been employed by law firms and corporate counsel departments involves the meticulous and laborious page-by-page Bates stamping of documents and subsequent conversion of them into electronic images such as TIFFs for computer-based processing. Electronic files may also be converted to TIFF images and numbered with metadata during processing. This method, however, merely mimics a paper-based document workflow and is slow, labor-intensive, expensive and introduces risks in dealing with attachments and the original metadata associated with them.

    CaseLogistix's docNative Paradigm approach not only addresses reviewing single and multi-page document images, but focuses on the actual document in its original, unaltered native format (e.g. email, Web/XML, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and even voice and video) or "near-native" format (e.g. PDF and HTML). The method assigns a unique identifier to each document -- as opposed to pages -- regardless of length, and enables conceptual search tools to scan and "read" each one, determining its value and relevancy to the case. By managing documents in their native or near-native formats, the "TIFFing" conversion step can be skipped until the end of the discovery process, and only then as needed to format documents that are relevant and required for production.

    By empowering users to work with over 150 file types without requiring the creation of TIFF images on the front end of the discovery process, users can greatly accelerate review, cut processing costs in half and reduce associated risks. In addition -- and perhaps more importantly -- this native file review method also supports compliance with new Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) around electronically stored information (ESI).

    "Anacomp's docNative Paradigm is the approach the litigation realm is rapidly heading towards and a central aspect of the ongoing evolution of litigation support tools," said Tom O'Connor, Director of the Legal Electronic Document Institute, an attorney and a nationally known independent consultant in the area of computerized litigation support systems. "Law firms and corporate litigation departments that are still processing with antiquated methodologies will not only quickly fall behind and not be able to compete with those who are working within a native document-centric approach, they may face production issues under the FRCP."

    While eDiscovery is quickly moving towards a native document-centric review approach, there remains a need in the current market to support a hybrid review of native files and legacy TIFF images incorporating Bates numbers. The new enhancements in the latest version, 5.2.1, of CaseLogistix not only reinforce its abilities around the docNative Paradigm but also extend the solution's ability to work across all documents -- including TIFFs and non-native, or "current" file types -- to accelerate eDiscovery processing and review. Additional new features include:

    -- Review enhancements including the combined native/image tab within the document viewer and easily accessible parent/child document information -- Upgraded production and print abilities, such as editing font settings for endorsements, managing redacted documents and printing attached documents with the relevant parent documents -- Improved auditing and performance tracking -- Direct native file ingestion -- New certifications including Citrix Presentation Server v4.5 and Windows XP SP2 running against Microsoft SQL Server 2000 or SQL Server 2005 databases

    "The improvements we've made to this latest version of CaseLogistix were a direct result of the requests we received from our customers who desired to expand their use of CaseLogistix to support native, TIFF and non-native formats. These new features fortify and extend our docNative Paradigm and make the solution stronger, faster and more flexible," said John Turner, Chief Technology Officer at Anacomp. "In addition to our innovative approach, what continues to make CaseLogistix successful with users and set it apart from the competition is its simplicity, flexibility, security, scalability and full Unicode compatibility."

    Turner added that the benefits of the docNative Paradigm extend beyond law firms to corporate counsel departments, who can utilize CaseLogistix to conduct first-pass review themselves, reaping significant cost savings from having to do so by sending documents to outside counsel.

    CaseLogistix allows legal teams to quickly organize, review, analyze and produce any amount of digital evidence using an interface similar to that of Microsoft(R) Outlook(R). The system is fully Unicode compliant and is able to recognize all foreign language character sets. Such capabilities offer strong differentiation over other litigation support solutions on the market and are highly desirable among larger, multi-national law firms and general counsel departments.

    About Anacomp

    With 40 years of experience and a passionate commitment to client services, Anacomp partners with its customers to help them realize the full potential of their business processes at the lowest total cost of ownership. Possessing one of the world's largest online document repositories as well as a large, independent field services organization, Anacomp's offerings serve hundreds of original equipment manufacturing (OEM) partners and thousands of end users in insurance, financial services, government, legal, and other markets. Anacomp is headquartered in San Diego, with international headquarters in Wokingham, UK. For more information, visit http://www.anacomp.com/ or call (800) 364-9870.

    docNative is a trademark, and Anacomp and CaseLogistix are registered trademarks of Anacomp, Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    Anacomp, Inc.

    CONTACT: Rob Jensen, Senior Director of Marketing of Anacomp, Inc.,
    +1-858-716-3549, rob.jensen@anacomp.com

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




    Astral Media and Virgin launch North America's first Virgin radio station in TorontoAstral Media's Mix 99.9 becomes Virgin Radio 999 as of 4:00 p.m. today

    TORONTO, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Astral Media (ACM.A/ACM.B) today announced the launch of the first North American commercial FM radio station under license with Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Radio International. The powerhouse partnership was unveiled at a press conference as full details of Toronto's newest and hottest station, Virgin Radio 999 FM, were released.

    Virgin Radio will begin broadcasting at 4:00 p.m. EDT today on Astral Media's 99.9 FM Toronto frequency and will replace Mix FM. Energetic, innovative and irreverent will be the trademark of Virgin Radio, as it focuses on delivering a very 'Virgin' kind of listening experience.

    Virgin Radio will focus on the hit adult contemporary format and is promising to shake up the industry by bringing a new sound that's more than just music to your ears. Two new shows start today and are just the beginning of a host of exciting new programming developments. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday, Chris Biggs and Taylor Kaye will help you get home by putting a smile on your dial with their new afternoon drive show "The Rush". Then from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Monday to Friday, Ryan Seacrest will bring you all the latest from Hollywood with a three-hour program, rich with entertainment news, celebrity gossip, hit music and light-hearted commentary.

    "Astral Media's continuous commitment to offering quality and innovative radio to listeners and advertisers alike is once again exemplified with today's announcement," said Jacques Parisien, Group President, Astral Media Radio and Astral Media Outdoor. "With Virgin Radio we hope to create a totally fresh sound with a brand that appeals strongly to our current audience and helps us reach out to new listeners. Partnering with Virgin Radio International brings us many opportunities to leverage the global and local power of the Virgin brand and gives us a clear mandate to build the best radio Toronto has ever heard."

    "I am thrilled to be partnering with Astral Media and launching Virgin Radio 999 FM, so we can serve up a fantastic new format to Torontonians that's bound to be the bright spot of your morning, noon and night," said Sir Richard Branson, Chairman of the Virgin Group. "Virgin Radio International is experiencing phenomenal growth around the world and recently we have expanded to Italy, France, Dubai and India. We are thrilled to add Canada to the list."

    Musically speaking, as you would expect from Virgin, Virgin Radio 999 FM will be the number one destination for the chart toppers both locally and internationally. Toronto audience favorites like Mad Dog and Billie will continue as part of the programming line-up to make sure listeners can start the day in just the right way.

    Virgin Radio 999 FM will launch a Toronto advertising blitz to help get the message out. The station's tagline 'It's On' sums up exactly the kind of attitude you can expect from Virgin Radio 999 FM. Major consumer promotions will also be rolling out in the coming weeks to bring some new flavour to an often dull space.

    "This is an exciting day for the people of Toronto and for the entire Virgin Group," said Ian Grace, President of Virgin Radio International. "With Astral Media's strength and expertise, and Virgin's international and customer focused experience, we believe we have built a station that listeners have been waiting for. Virgin Radio 999 FM is where it's on and so we invite everyone in Toronto to join us and switch their dial to 999 FM now to make sure they aren't missing out."

    For more details on Virgin Radio 999 FM, visit http://www.virginradio.com/. About Astral Media

    Astral Media is a leading Canadian media company, active in specialty and pay television, radio, outdoor advertising and iMedia. Astral Media's solid and dynamic presence in the country's major markets rests on its commitment to offer a unique combination of high-quality, targeted media for all its audiences. http://www.astralmedia.com/

    About Virgin Radio International

    From Bangkok to Bangalore, Delhi to Dubai, Milan to Mumbai and now Toronto to Toulouse, Virgin Radio International is one of the most exciting and fastest growing companies in Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Group. Virgin launched its first radio station in the UK in 1993. More recently it established Virgin Radio International to develop opportunities outside of the UK. This has lead to stations being launched in Thailand, India, Italy, France, Dubai and now Canada. Other opportunities are being considered in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, North and South America. For more information on Virgin Radio International please visit http://www.virginradio.com/

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    ASTRAL MEDIA INC.

    CONTACT: For more information, images or video footage please contact:
    Jen Koster, Hill & Knowlton Canada, (416) 413-4615/(416) 721-6991,
    jen.koster@hillandknowlton.ca; Erica Faltous, Hill & Knowlton Canada, (416)
    413-4695/(416) 400-0171, erica.faltous@hillandknowlton.ca




    Don't Shoot Until You See the Whites of Their Eyes in 'Heroes Over Europe'- Atari and Red Mile Entertainment to Bring the New Installment of Hit 'Heroes' Flight Combat Series to Xbox 360(R), PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system, and Windows PC in 2009 -

    NEW YORK, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Get ready to scramble! Atari and Red Mile Entertainment are bringing Heroes over Europe, an ultra-realistic seat-of-the-pants tactical flight combat game and the latest in the critically acclaimed Heroes series, to the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system, and Windows PC in 2009.

    The sequel to the mighty World War II flight combat game Heroes of the Pacific, Heroes over Europe takes aspiring combat pilots into the bullet- ridden heart of major World War II European air battles in glorious dogfight- friendly high definition. Heroes over Europe follows the Allied campaign from the attacks on London to the destruction of Berlin, with players under orders to strap themselves into the authentically rendered cockpits of the campaign's iconic aircraft. Their mission: to survive the most intense dogfights ever seen in a flight combat game.

    "The Heroes series has brought some of the world's most exciting air battles in history to gamers all over the world, and Heroes over Europe builds on the series' impressive legacy with highly detailed realistic visual presentation and an even deeper online experience," said Cyril Voiron, VP Brand Management Worldwide Publishing, Atari.

    "Transmission Games did an incredible job on the first game, Heroes of the Pacific, and this second game in the series is definitely benefiting from that experience," said Simon Price, President of Red Mile Entertainment. "We are very excited to partner with Atari to bring this stunning title to gamers worldwide."

    Developed by Transmission Games (formerly IR Gurus) in Melbourne, Australia, and powered by an all-new engine, Heroes over Europe is set to raise the bar for flight combat games, with new and unique game modes, and deeper and more comprehensive online gameplay for up to 16 players. Visually, the game takes no prisoners with meticulously rendered environments including faithful recreations of London and Berlin, and ultra-realistic iconic warplanes of the era, all presented in stunning high definition graphics. With additional content available to download from launch, Heroes over Europe is scheduled for release in 2009.

    This title is not yet concept approved by Microsoft. About the "Heroes" Flight Combat Franchise

    "Heroes over Europe" is the sequel to "Heroes of the Pacific," which was published in 2005 on the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, the Xbox video game system from Microsoft, and the PC, and has sold more than 600,000 units worldwide. Both titles are developed by Transmission Games in Melbourne, Australia. "Heroes over Europe" has not yet been rated by the ESRB. For more information, please visit http://www.heroesovereurope.com/.

    About Red Mile Entertainment, Inc.

    Red Mile Entertainment, Inc. is a worldwide developer and publisher of interactive-entertainment software. Red Mile creates, incubates, and licenses premier intellectual properties and develops products for console video-game systems, personal computers, and other interactive entertainment platforms. For more information about Red Mile Entertainment, Inc. please visit our web site at http://www.redmileentertainment.com/.

    About Atari, Inc.

    One of the world's most recognized brands, New York-based Atari, Inc. is a third-party publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment software in the U.S. The Company's 1,000+ titles include hard-core, genre-defining franchises such as Test Drive(R) and mass-market and children's franchises such as Dragon Ball Z(R). Atari, Inc. is a majority-owned subsidiary of France-based Infogrames Entertainment SA (Euronext - ISIN: FR-0000052573), the largest interactive games publisher in Europe. For more information, visit http://www.atari.com/ .

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    With the exception of the historical information contained in this release, the matters described herein contain certain "forward-looking statements" that are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements in this release are not promises or guarantees and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. These statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions and are naturally subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. We caution you not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements. Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein. Some of the factors which could cause our results to differ materially include the following: the loss of key customers; delays in product development and related product release schedules; inability to secure capital; adapting to the rapidly changing industry technology, including new console technology; maintaining relationships with leading independent video game software developers; loss of our credit facilities; maintaining or acquiring licenses to intellectual property; fluctuations in the Company's quarterly net revenues and results of operations based on the seasonality of our industry; the termination or modification of our agreements with hardware manufacturers; and other factors described in our SEC filings.

    The Company undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements to conform the statement to actual results or changes in the Company's expectations.

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    All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    Atari, Inc.

    CONTACT: Alissa Bell of Atari, Inc., +1-212-726-4217,
    alissa.bell@atari.com; or Debra Duffy, +1-212-981-5219,
    Debra_Duffy@dkcnews.com, or Sujata Sinha, +1-212-81-5235,
    Sujata_Sinha@dkcnews.com, both of Dan Klores Communications for Atari, Inc.

    Web site: http://www.atari.com/
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    http://www.redmileentertainment.com/




    Verizon Goes to 'Extremes' in Oregon With New Service Bundles Featuring High-Octane High-Def TV, Ultra-High-Speed Internet and Super-Reliable Voice ServicesNew FiOS TV Customers Eligible for a Free High-Def DVR for 12 Months and Free Month of HBO and Cinemax

    BEAVERTON, Ore., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon is bringing its FiOS customers in Oregon the ultimate broadband and home entertainment experiences, with new FiOS Freedom bundles. Bundle options now include a new FiOS TV Extreme service tier with more high-definition (HD) channels than the cable companies in the market, in addition to ultra-high-speed FiOS Internet service that blows cable away, plus reliable, unlimited local and long-distance calling.

    "We've gone all-out with these affordable new packages for Oregon," said Kathy Koelle, Verizon's general manager for the West Coast region. "The packages combine the fastest Internet access -- period -- with high-quality, high-def TV picture quality and superior voice service, all delivered over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network."

    When Verizon FiOS customers choose to bundle the FiOS TV Extreme HD service with Internet and calling service, they receive:

    -- FiOS TV Extreme HD Service -- More than 250 standard-definition channels and 44 HD channels - more HD than any of the local cable companies -- including Verizon's sports package, previously only available separately. FiOS TV offers 100 percent digital quality on every channel. Unlike many cable providers, Verizon does not additionally compress TV signals once they are received. For customers this means enjoying stunning picture-and-sound quality that makes any TV look good. -- FiOS Internet Service -- With maximum connection speeds of up to 10 megabits per second (Mbps) downstream and 2 Mbps upstream, FiOS Internet provides families the speed they need to have the best online experiences. -- Freedom Essentials Calling -- Super-reliable phone service with unlimited local and long-distance calling.

    Other packages are available that include additional options for television service, premium subscription channel offerings and higher Internet speeds. The new packages are available to FiOS TV-eligible customers, for prices starting as low as $99 a month in an annual service plan.

    "These bundles are our best deals ever, and it's the perfect time to experience the FiOS difference," said Koelle. "With the fastest Internet speeds, the best TV picture quality and the most HD, FiOS is the clear choice for a superior home network."

    To make the new bundle offers even sweeter, Verizon is offering consumers who sign up for FiOS TV by Oct. 4 a year's free use of either an HD DVR (digital video recorder) or an HD Home Media DVR. With Verizon's unique Home Media DVR, customers can use one DVR to record programming that can be watched on up to six other TV sets in the home. This includes viewing up to three separately recorded programs simultaneously on different TV sets, and the ability to pause recorded programming on one set and continue watching it on another. FiOS TV's Home Media DVR is bundled with Media Manager, a feature that allows customers to access photos, music and videos from their personal computers and play them on their TV.

    Verizon is also offering new FiOS TV customers, or existing customers who upgrade to a bundled package, one free month of HBO and Cinemax, which includes more than 25 premium channels and access to hundreds of additional titles on video-on-demand. New customers who take advantage of this offer will save between $200 and $260 the first year, depending upon the DVR customers choose.

    Verizon's FiOS Internet and FiOS TV services are delivered over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network, straight to customers' homes and businesses. FiOS TV offers a broad collection of all-digital programming, with more than 400 total channels and 11,000 video-on-demand (VOD) titles each month, 70 percent of which are free. The VOD library also includes an increasing number of HD titles, and Verizon plans to have 1,000 HD VOD titles per month by the end of the year. FiOS TV, the nation's fastest-growing television service provider, is currently available to more than 7 million homes in 13 states.

    For more information, consumers can visit http://www.verizon.com/fiostv or call their local Verizon sales office or 888-438-3467.

    Verizon Communications Inc. , headquartered in New York, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 69 million customers nationwide. Verizon's Wireline operations include Verizon Business, which delivers innovative and seamless business solutions to customers around the world, and Verizon Telecom, which brings customers the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 228,600 and last year generated consolidated operating revenues of $93.5 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/.

    VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

    Verizon

    CONTACT: Heather Wilner, +1-212-321-8333, heather.b.wilner@verizon.com,
    or Jon Davies, +1-805-372-6969, jon.davies@verizon.com, both of Verizon

    Web Site: http://www.verizon.com/
    http://www.verizon.com/fiostv
    http://www.verizon.com/news

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    New Arabic Online Network Unveils Premier Global Television Service

    PLAINVIEW, New York, and TORONTO, August 25 /PRNewswire/ --

    - Talfazat to Stream Top-Rated Live and On-Demand Arabic TV Content

    JumpTV Inc. (TSX/AIM: JTV) and NeuLion Inc., leading providers of live and on-demand international and sports programming over the Internet, announced today the launch of a new online service -- www.talfazat.com -- that delivers the largest selection of live and on-demand Arabic television content available anywhere. Talfazat.com offers Arabs worldwide an opportunity to tune into their favorite live television channels or on-demand programs with a simple Internet connection.

    (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080825/NYM047LOGO )

    Talfazat.com features more than 35 of the most popular channels and thousands of hours of video-on-demand from leading Arabic content providers including Dubai TV, LBC, Aljazeera News, Aljazeera English, Rotana, Future TV, New TV, 2M and many others.

    Through Talfazat.com, Arab viewers have access to the best and most up to date news, entertainment, top Ramadan shows and series, movies, music-clips and more.

    Talfazat.com is a subscription-based service that provides streaming of content to computers and laptops affording users one central place to access leading Arabic-language entertainment. The website displays a customized user experience, easy navigation, superior video quality and a comprehensive selection of popular content from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

    This online video network has been launched in conjunction with Ramadan, a holy month in the Islamic calendar. Talfazat offers over 800 hours of the most popular Ramadan shows and series.

    Talfazat comes to the marketplace through the technology and core capabilities of JumpTV and NeuLion. The web streaming powerhouses have collectively launched the most complete online television experience with the ability to best serve Arab market interests. Content can be viewed anywhere, anytime without the need for satellite or cable installation.

    Talfazat has exclusive IPTV rights to stream television programming to viewers globally and many of the channels are not offered anywhere else. In the coming months, Talfazat plans to launch a set-top-box that will allow viewers to watch live and on-demand content on the television in addition to the computer. Talfazat will be a multi-platform Arabic service.

    "We're excited about the opportunity to serve our Arabic end-users in a way that's unparallel to anything available out there for this community. In terms of the sheer volume and caliber of content available both on a live and on-demand basis, users will appreciate the high quality and affordable price," said Amir Hegazi, general manager of Talfazat.

    "Talfazat helps Dubai TV reach new Arab audiences over the Internet worldwide, especially those living outside the Middle East and North Africa region. We're looking forward to the mutual cooperation between the two entities," said Hassan Chahine, CTO of Dubai Media Incorporated.

    New Talfazat Packages Include: -- On-Demand Package is US$15 per month for a monthly subscription, US$30 for a three month prepaid subscription and US$60 for a six month prepaid subscription -- Live TV Package is US$20 per month for a monthly subscription, US$40 for a three month prepaid subscription and US$80 for a six month prepaid subscription -- Super TV Package is US$25 per month for a monthly subscription, US$50 for a three month prepaid subscription and US$100 for a six month prepaid subscription

    Ramadan Promotion: Receive one month free when a three month plan is purchased. Visit http://www.talfazat.com to learn more about the service and promotional packages.

    On June 9, 2008, NeuLion announced the signing of an agreement to merge with IPTV leader JumpTV Inc. (TSX, AIM:JTV). The merger is subject to various approvals and is expected to close on or about October 1, 2008. The combined company will have over 200 sports content partners and over 200 international television content partners using the companies' end-to-end IPTV solutions to deliver video content and other new media services to provide multi-platforms including the PC, the television through set top boxes and mobile devices. For complete details visit http://www.neulion.com/news/2008/JumpTV_NeuLion_Merge_Press_Release.pdf

    About NeuLion:

    NeuLion is an IPTV service provider that builds broadcasting networks operating over the Internet. By using the public Internet, content can reach viewers anywhere in the world.

    NeuLion Customers are interested in reaching specific markets with a broadcast television and video streaming service or are broadband providers looking for new applications. NeuLion offers an end-to-end service that delivers content directly to the TV, PC or a variety of other consumer devices.

    Programming carried by NeuLion includes sports, religious networks, broadcast television from international providers and others. The technology used by NeuLion allows streaming video to be delivered at lower bandwidths than cable and satellite television signals without sacrificing picture quality. NeuLion's service also allows Customers to have their own network. To learn more visit http://www.neulion.com

    About JumpTV:

    JumpTV (http://www.jumptv.com), (TSX/AIM: JTV), is a world leading broadcaster of live and on-demand sports video over the Internet. In the last twelve months, JumpTV streamed more than 15,000 live and exclusive sporting events -- comprised of top college (NCAA), professional and Hispanic sports coverage -- to millions of fans globally. JumpTV also delivers a broad offering of internet services to its partners including web hosting, live event video streaming, ticket management and e-commerce. Through JumpTV's consumer websites: JumpTV.com, Cycling.TV and SportsYa.com, as well as its collegiate and international sports partner websites, JumpTV streams tens of thousands of hours of live and on-demand events and international programming over the Internet each year. JumpTV gives fans a lifeline to their favorite sports content when they want it, how they want it, where they want it, wherever they are in the world. To learn more visit http://www.jumptv.com

    Web site: http://www.talfazat.com http://www.neulion.com http://www.jumptv.com http://www.neulion.com/news/2008/JumpTV_NeuLion_Merge_Press_Release.pdf

    NeuLion Inc.; JumpTV Inc.

    Amir A. Hegazi, General Manager of Talfazat - JumpTV, +1-416-786-0907, amir@jumptv.com




    iCAD to Present at Thomas Weisel Partners Healthcare Conference

    NASHUA, N.H., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- iCAD, Inc. , an industry-leading provider of Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) solutions for the early identification of cancer, today announced that Ken Ferry, President and Chief Executive Officer and Darlene Deptula-Hicks, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be presenting a corporate overview at the Thomas Weisel Partners Healthcare Conference on Friday, September 5, 2008 at 10:20 a.m. (Eastern Daylight Time) at the Four Seasons Hotel in Boston.

    The presentation will be webcast live and archived for replay on the "Investors" section of the company's website at http://www.icadmed.com/.

    An audio webcast of the presentation will be available after the conference at http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/twp/healthcare08/86305495.cfm.

    About iCAD, Inc.

    iCAD, Inc. is an industry-leading provider of Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) solutions that enable healthcare professionals to better serve patients by identifying pathologies and pinpointing cancer earlier. iCAD offers a comprehensive range of high-performance, upgradeable CAD systems and workflow solutions for mammography (film-based, digital radiography (DR) and computed radiography (CR)), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and Computed Tomography (CT). Currently available in more than 2,200 healthcare centers worldwide, iCAD's solutions aid in the early detection of the most prevalent cancers including breast, colon, prostate and, in the future, lung cancer. For more information, call (877) iCADnow or visit http://www.icadmed.com/.

    For iCAD, contact Darlene Deptula-Hicks at 603-882-5200 x7944, or via email at ddeptula@icadmed.com.

    For Investor Relations, contact Anne Marie Fields of Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates at 212-838-3777 x6604 or via email at afields@lhai.com.

    For Public Relations, contact Jill Testagrossa of Schwartz Communications at 781-684-0770 or via e-mail at icad@schwartz-pr.com.

    iCAD, Inc.

    CONTACT: Darlene Deptula-Hicks of iCAD, Inc.,
    +1-603-882-5200, Ext. 7944, ddeptula@icadmed.com; Investor Relations: Anne
    Marie Fields of Lippert-Heilshorn & Associates, +1-212-838-3777, Ext. 6604,
    afields@lhai.com; or Public Relations: Jill Testagrossa of Schwartz
    Communications, +1-781-684-0770, icad@schwartz-pr.com, both for iCAD, Inc.

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




    Verizon Goes to 'Extremes' in Massachusetts and Rhode Island With New Service Bundles Featuring High-Octane High-Def TV, Ultra-High-Speed Internet and Super-Reliable Voice ServicesNew FiOS TV Customers Eligible for a Free High-Def DVR for 12 Months and Free Month of HBO and Cinemax

    BOSTON, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon is bringing its FiOS customers in Massachusetts and Rhode Island the ultimate broadband and home entertainment experiences, with new FiOS Freedom bundles. Bundle options now include a new FiOS TV Extreme service tier with more high-definition (HD) channels than the cable companies in the market, in addition to ultra-high-speed FiOS Internet service that blows cable away, plus reliable, unlimited local and long-distance calling.

    Also today, Verizon announced the launch of 75 new channels, including 55 additional high-definition (HD) channels, in the region. FiOS TV customers in the area now have more than 480 HD choices available at any time, with a total of 85 HD channels and more than 400 HD video-on-demand (VOD) titles offered each month. [Note: This announcement and others can be found at Verizon's online news center: http://newscenter.verizon.com/.]

    "We've gone all-out with affordable new packages for customers in Massachusetts and Rhode Island," said Bob Driscoll, Verizon vice president of sales and marketing in New England. "They combine the fastest Internet access -- period -- with high-quality, high-def TV picture quality and superior voice service, all delivered over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network."

    When Verizon FiOS customers choose to bundle the FiOS TV Extreme HD service with Internet and calling service, they receive:

    -- FiOS TV Extreme HD Service -- More than 250 standard-definition channels and 85 HD channels -- more HD than any of the local cable companies -- including Verizon's sports package, previously only available separately. FiOS TV offers 100 percent digital quality on every channel. Unlike many cable providers, Verizon does not additionally compress TV signals once they are received. For customers this means enjoying stunning picture-and-sound quality that makes any TV look good. -- FiOS Internet Service -- With maximum connection speeds of up to 10 megabits per second (Mbps) downstream and 2 Mbps upstream, FiOS Internet provides families the speed they need to have the best online experiences. -- Freedom Essentials Calling -- Super-reliable phone service with unlimited local and long-distance calling.

    Other packages are available that include additional options for television service, premium subscription channel offerings and higher Internet speeds. The new packages are available to FiOS TV-eligible customers, for prices starting as low as $99 a month in an annual service plan.

    "These bundles are our best deals ever, and it's the perfect time to experience the FiOS difference," said Driscoll. "With the fastest Internet speeds, the best TV picture quality and the most HD, FiOS is the clear choice for a superior home network."

    To make the new bundle offers even sweeter, Verizon is offering consumers who sign up for FiOS TV by Oct. 4 a year's free use of either an HD DVR (digital video recorder) or an HD Home Media DVR. With Verizon's unique Home Media DVR, customers can use one DVR to record programming that can be watched on up to six other TV sets in the home. This includes viewing up to three separately recorded programs simultaneously on different TV sets, and the ability to pause recorded programming on one set and continue watching it on another. FiOS TV's Home Media DVR is bundled with Media Manager, a feature that allows customers to access photos, music and videos from their personal computers and play them on their TV.

    Verizon is also offering new FiOS TV customers, or existing customers who upgrade to a bundled package, one free month of HBO and Cinemax, which includes more than 25 premium channels and access to hundreds of additional titles on video-on-demand. New customers who take advantage of this offer will save between $200 and $260 the first year, depending upon the DVR customers choose.

    Verizon's FiOS Internet and FiOS TV services are delivered over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network, straight to customers' homes and businesses. FiOS TV offers a broad collection of all-digital programming, with more than 400 total channels and 11,000 video-on-demand (VOD) titles each month, 70 percent of which are free. The VOD library also includes an increasing number of HD titles, and Verizon plans to have 1,000 HD VOD titles per month by the end of the year. FiOS TV, the nation's fastest-growing television service provider, is currently available to more than 7 million homes in 13 states.

    For more information, consumers can visit http://www.verizon.com/fiostv or call their local Verizon sales office or 888-438-3467.

    Verizon Communications Inc. , headquartered in New York, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 69 million customers nationwide. Verizon's Wireline operations include Verizon Business, which delivers innovative and seamless business solutions to customers around the world, and Verizon Telecom, which brings customers the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 228,600 and last year generated consolidated operating revenues of $93.5 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/.

    VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

    Verizon

    CONTACT: Heather Wilner, +1-212-321-8333, heather.b.wilner@verizon.com,
    or Phil Santoro, +1-617-743-4760, philip.g.santoro@verizon.com

    Web Site: http://newscenter.verizon.com/

    Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/094251.html




    Silver Bullet Technology and Document Capture Technologies Announce Strategic Ranger Licensing Agreement

    PENSACOLA, Fla., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today at The Association for Work Process Improvement (TAWPI) Forum & Expo, Silver Bullet Technology, a leader in Check 21 data and image tools, and Document Capture Technologies, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: DCMT) , a leader in compact page-fed scanners, announced that they have engaged in a strategic partnership to develop Silver Bullet's Ranger(R) for Document Capture Technologies' OEM and VAR line of check scanners. API Library integrations will begin during the third quarter of 2008, with first anticipated Ranger integrated product delivery expected in the fourth quarter of calendar 2008.

    Document Capture Technologies' (DCT) Remote Capture product family presents an attractive combination of formats (ISO A4, A6 & A8), functions (duplex-simplex), powered through a USB interface (no AC power) and value, producing a cost-effective solution for remote check capture. The DCT Scanner platforms offer the ability to scan documents for remote transactions, in applications that require checks, driver license and photo ID verifications, as well as the scanning of page-oriented documents. The extremely small footprint of the scanner (< 12oz) provides for low-volume images to be transmitted simply and efficiently.

    Silver Bullet's Ranger software allows customers to use virtually any item-processing software with virtually any check-scanning hardware. The addition of Document Capture Technologies' product to the Ranger family will allow banks and other financial institutions to incorporate this extremely low-priced scanner into their programs without replacing their current software solutions.

    "It has become clear that the remote capture check truncation market continues to proliferate and progress," stated David P. Clark, CEO of Document Capture Technologies. "DCT has developed its line of check capture products to be the simplest and most economical in the market to both operate and service. Our partnership with Silver Bullet to develop Ranger for our Check Scanner solutions will provide a cost-effective alternative for most financial institutions and the cash management needs of most professional offices, small business and healthcare facilities with low volume remote deposit needs."

    "We are delighted to partner with Document Capture Technologies as it offers a compelling low-cost entry opportunity to meet the needs of the millions of businesses that could benefit from the utilization of remote deposit capture," said Jamille Ellingson, national account executive for Silver Bullet. "Our partnership to develop Silver Bullet's Ranger for their Check Scanner brings together two companies with a proven track record of quality and efficiency, and we're looking forward to working with Document Capture Technologies."

    About Document Capture Technologies, Inc.

    Document Capture Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: DCMT.OB), headquartered in San Jose, Calif., designs and manufactures document capture solutions for OEM customers worldwide. The company currently manufactures over 20 proprietary document capture products and has become one of the world's largest private-label manufacturers of USB-powered mobile document scanning devices. The Company's growing intellectual property portfolio in document capture includes key patents with additional patent pending. For more information, visit http://www.docucap.com/.

    About Silver Bullet Technology, Inc.

    Pensacola, FL-based Silver Bullet Technology, Inc. is the industry's foremost check scanner software developer, offering a comprehensive suite of Check 21 solutions and software tools. Silver Bullet has considerable experience working directly with financial institutions, scanner manufacturers and software vendors. Silver Bullet's newest software tool, Scout(TM), remotely tracks MICR and image quality and hardware performance, and displays the results in a concise web-based format. For more information, visit http://www.sbullet.com/.

    Ranger is a registered trademark of Silver Bullet Technology, Inc. All other brands and products referenced herein are acknowledged to be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

    CONTACTS: Jamille Ellingson David P. Clark National Account Executive CEO Silver Bullet Technology, Inc. Document Capture Technologies, Inc. (850) 437-5880 (408)-213-3701 Jamille.Ellingson@SBullet.com dclark@docucap.com

    Document Capture Technologies, Inc.

    CONTACT: Jamille Ellingson, National Account Executive of Silver Bullet
    Technology, Inc., +1-850-437-5880, Jamille.Ellingson@SBullet.com; or David P.
    Clark, CEO of Document Capture Technologies, Inc., +1-408-213-3701,
    dclark@docucap.com

    Web site: http://www.docucap.com/
    http://www.sbullet.com/




    Verizon Goes to 'Extremes' in Indiana With New Service Bundles Featuring High-Octane High-Def TV, Ultra-High-Speed Internet and Super-Reliable Voice ServicesNew FiOS TV Customers Eligible for a Free High-Def DVR for 12 Months and Free Month of HBO and Cinemax

    FORT WAYNE, Ind., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon is bringing its FiOS customers in Indiana the ultimate broadband and home entertainment experiences, with new FiOS Freedom bundles. Bundle options now include a new FiOS TV Extreme service tier with more high-definition (HD) channels than the cable companies in the market, in addition to ultra-high-speed FiOS Internet service that blows cable away, plus reliable, unlimited local and long-distance calling.

    "We've gone all-out with these affordable new packages for Indiana," said Karl Gneiting, director of marketing for Verizon's Central region. "The packages combine the fastest Internet access -- period -- with high-quality, high-def TV picture quality and superior voice service, all delivered over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network."

    When Verizon FiOS customers choose to bundle the FiOS TV Extreme HD service with Internet and calling service, they receive:

    -- FiOS TV Extreme HD Service -- More than 250 standard-definition channels and 44 HD channels -- more HD than any of the local cable companies Hidden List -- including Verizon's sports package, previously only available separately. FiOS TV offers 100 percent digital quality on every channel. Unlike many cable providers, Verizon does not additionally compress TV signals once they are received. For customers this means enjoying stunning picture-and-sound quality that makes any TV look good. -- FiOS Internet Service -- With maximum connection speeds of up to 10 megabits per second (Mbps) downstream and 2 Mbps upstream, FiOS Internet provides families the speed they need to have the best online experiences. -- Freedom Essentials Calling -- Super-reliable phone service with unlimited local and long-distance calling.

    Other packages are available that include additional options for television service, premium subscription channel offerings and higher Internet speeds. The new packages are available to FiOS TV-eligible customers, for prices starting as low as $99 a month in an annual service plan.

    "These bundles are our best deals ever, and it's the perfect time to experience the FiOS difference," said Gneiting. "With the fastest Internet speeds, the best TV picture quality and the most HD, FiOS is the clear choice for a superior home network."

    To make the new bundle offers even sweeter, Verizon is offering consumers who sign up for FiOS TV by Oct. 4 a year's free use of either an HD DVR (digital video recorder) or an HD Home Media DVR. With Verizon's unique Home Media DVR, customers can use one DVR to record programming that can be watched on up to six other TV sets in the home. This includes viewing up to three separately recorded programs simultaneously on different TV sets, and the ability to pause recorded programming on one set and continue watching it on another. FiOS TV's Home Media DVR is bundled with Media Manager, a feature that allows customers to access photos, music and videos from their personal computers and play them on their TV.

    Verizon is also offering new FiOS TV customers, or existing customers who upgrade to a bundled package, one free month of HBO and Cinemax, which includes more than 25 premium channels and access to hundreds of additional titles on video-on-demand. New customers who take advantage of this offer will save between $200 and $260 the first year, depending upon the DVR customers choose.

    Verizon's FiOS Internet and FiOS TV services are delivered over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network, straight to customers' homes and businesses. FiOS TV offers a broad collection of all-digital programming, with more than 400 total channels and 11,000 video-on-demand (VOD) titles each month, 70 percent of which are free. The VOD library also includes an increasing number of HD titles, and Verizon plans to have 1,000 HD VOD titles per month by the end of the year. FiOS TV, the nation's fastest-growing television service provider, is currently available to more than 7 million homes in 13 states.

    For more information, consumers can visit http://www.verizon.com/fiostv or call their local Verizon sales office or 888-438-3467.

    Verizon Communications Inc. , headquartered in New York, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 69 million customers nationwide. Verizon's Wireline operations include Verizon Business, which delivers innovative and seamless business solutions to customers around the world, and Verizon Telecom, which brings customers the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 228,600 and last year generated consolidated operating revenues of $93.5 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/.

    VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

    Verizon

    CONTACT: Heather Wilner, +1-212-321-8333, heather.b.wilner@verizon.com,
    or Lee Gierczynski, +1-412-633-5574, lee.j.gierczynski@verizon.com

    Web Site: http://www.verizon.com/
    http://www.verizon.com/fiostv
    http://www.verizon.com/news

    Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/094251.html




    HR Technology(R) Conference Names Talent Management Shootout Contestants- Authoria, Cornerstone OnDemand, Salary.com and Softscape Step Up for this Year's Signature Event -

    HORSHAM, Pa., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Human Resource Executive(R) Magazine today named the contestants for the software "Shootout" at the publication's 11th Annual HR Technology(R) Conference & Exposition, being held October 15-17 at McCormick Place in Chicago. The Conference's signature event -- "The Industry's First Talent Management Shootout" -- will take place on October 16.

    Authoria, Cornerstone OnDemand, Salary.com and Softscape will present custom software demonstrations based on a written script of HR requirements to the session's audience, which is forecast to be about 1,000 HR practitioners, industry and financial analysts, consultants, and vendors. Session attendees will vote electronically to decide the Shootout's winner.

    Thirteen companies took part in the two-month screening process to select the contestants. Leighanne Levensaler, director of Talent Management Research for Bersin & Associates, wrote the script with conference co-chair Bill Kutik. Kutik is also the technology columnist for Human Resource Executive(R) Magazine.

    "This will be our 12th shootout in eight years," said Kutik, "and Talent Management is certain to be our most popular yet. It's the hottest, most competitive area in HR technology today."

    He continued, "The Shootout has become our signature event because HR professionals get to compare -- for the first and only time -- four software systems doing the exact same thing in the same session, which is something they'd never be able to orchestrate in their own offices. Plus, our audience members love to cast their vote and this shootout gives them the chance to weigh in on the features and functionality that are most meaningful to them."

    The Shootout script mainly focuses on the functions of performance management, compensation, goal-setting and career development, and also includes succession planning, learning and recruiting. Together, these applications have become known as the Talent Management suite.

    About Authoria

    Authoria(R) helps the world's most competitive employers achieve superior business results, by optimizing the way they recruit, develop, compensate, retain, and engage top talent. Designed for business managers as well as HR professionals, the company's talent management solutions enable more effective recruiting, performance management, compensation management, and succession planning across an organization. Authoria serves more than 300 large organizations and 4 million managers and employees with our on-demand Internet-based solutions. Customer companies include Aetna, Alcon and Boeing. For more information, please visit http://www.authoria.com/.

    About Cornerstone OnDemand

    Cornerstone OnDemand helps organizations to empower their people and optimize workforce productivity with a comprehensive suite of integrated talent management solutions for learning, compliance, performance, compensation and succession management, as well as robust reporting and analytics. Cornerstone also provides over 30,000 pre-integrated training titles. The company's multi-tenant, multi-user software-as-a-service (SaaS) architecture provides customers with rapid deployments, minimal IT costs, greater flexibility, proven reliability and a lower total cost of ownership. Cornerstone's triple-digit growth has been supported by a market-leading customer retention rate. Leading enterprises such as Aon, Bank of the West, Flextronics, Pearson, Randstad, Ticketmaster and Trend Micro count on Cornerstone to help them achieve organizational excellence and competitive advantage. Cornerstone OnDemand is headquartered in Santa Monica, California and has international offices in London, Paris, Munich and Tel Aviv. For more information, please visit http://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/.

    About Salary.com, Inc.

    Salary.com is a leading provider of on-demand compensation and talent management solutions helping businesses and individuals manage pay and performance. Salary.com's highly configurable software applications, proprietary data and consulting services help HR and compensation professionals automate, streamline and optimize critical talent management processes including: market pricing, compensation planning, performance management, competency management and succession planning. Built with compensation and competency data at the core, Salary.com solutions provide businesses of all sizes with the most productive and cost-effective way to manage and inspire their most important asset -- their people. For more information, please visit http://www.salary.com/.

    About Softscape

    Softscape is the global leader in integrated people management software that enables organizations to more effectively drive their business performance. Recognized by industry analysts as the most comprehensive strategic human capital management solution, Softscape provides complete employee lifecycle management, including a core system of record, in a single, integrated platform for improved business intelligence. The company offers customers of all sizes and in all industries the most flexibility and choice with multiple purchase, configuration, and deployment options. For more than a decade, Softscape has helped millions of workers across 156 countries be more successful at their jobs while contributing to bottom-line results. Softscape's customers represent Fortune 500/Global 500, mid-market, and government organizations, including Procter & Gamble, Barclays, AstraZeneca, Seagate, GKN, Edcon, LandAmerica, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Softscape is based in Massachusetts with offices in London, Sydney, New York City, Chicago, San Francisco, Hartford, Washington, D.C., Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Johannesburg. For more information, please visit http://www.softscape.com/.

    About the HR Technology(R) Conference

    The complete conference program is available at http://www.hrtechnologyconference.com/.

    Registrants will receive a discount when they sign up prior to September 26, 2008. Group discount rates are also available.

    A limited number of press and analyst passes are available for this conference. To request a press pass, please contact Jeanne Achille, The Devon Group, 732-706-0123, ext. 11, or e-mail jeanne@devonpr.com.

    HRE Conferences

    CONTACT: Jeanne Achille of The Devon Group for HRE Conferences,
    +1-732-706-0123, ext. 11, jeanne@devonpr.com

    Web site: http://www.hrtechnologyconference.com/
    http://www.authoria.com/
    http://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/
    http://www.salary.com/
    http://www.softscape.com/




    AT&T and Rock the Vote Team Up to Encourage Youth Vote at Democratic National Convention'Rock the Trail' Student Journalists Will Issue Reports From the Republican and Democratic National Conventions Using Mobile PhonesRock the Vote Will Provide Convention Coverage Via Text Messages

    DALLAS, Aug. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Every vote counts! And the youth vote is no exception. This election year, interest and involvement in the presidential primaries were unprecedented -- in some cases quadrupling the turnout of previous elections, based on primary young-voter stats. AT&T Inc. and Rock the Vote are once again hitting the trail to keep the momentum going.

    Rock the Vote is gearing up to present "Ballot Bash" and an AT&T-sponsored after-party on Aug. 25 at the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver, featuring headliners Fall Out Boy, N*E*R*D and Jakob Dylan. In addition, the concert will feature plasma screens displaying call-to-action messages, encouraging attendees to text message their friends to spread the word.

    "Rock the Trail" student journalists will report from the Democratic and Republican conventions using their mobile phones to post reports to Rock the Vote's wireless application protocol and Web sites, and on AT&T Cellular Video.

    Youth Headquarters, for more than 20 organizations, at the convention will be centered on the Rock the Vote/AT&T Mobile Elections vehicle in Denver, which has traveled to numerous youth-centric events across the country to encourage people to register and exercise their right to vote. Located at 1417 Stout St., near the Colorado Convention Center, the high-tech bus is equipped with registration areas, a sound booth to record a personalized public service announcement, a "Framerz" booth where visitors can take photos and frame themselves with images of celebrities and presidential candidates and a "Guitar Hero" demo station.

    From Aug. 25 through Aug. 28, visitors can stop by the bus to download mobile music, shoot convention karaoke videos, register to vote and sign up for the Rock the Vote/AT&T text message list (text DENVER to RTVOTE or 788683) to get election and registration reminders, polls and quizzes, among other offerings. To receive election coverage updates from the Republican National Convention, text STPAUL to RTVOTE (788683).

    "This election year has seen extraordinary youth involvement, and we're excited to continue our efforts with the Rock the Vote mobile campaign at the upcoming conventions," said Tim McGhee, director, AT&T corporate sponsorships. "These activities provide a meaningful way to reach out to youth voters in an ideal environment, utilizing the ways in which young people these days are communicating most -- using their mobile devices."

    In 2004, voter turnout among 18-to-29-year-olds jumped by 4.3 million votes over 2000 levels, and in 2006, it grew another 1.9 million over the previous midterm election. In 2008, 44 million 18-to-29-year-olds will be eligible to vote, a large and potentially powerful voting block.

    "Through our continued partnership with AT&T at events like Ballot Bash, Rock the Vote is nearing closer to its goal of registering 2 million young voters and getting them to vote on Election Day," said Heather Smith, executive director of Rock the Vote. "Never before has youth involvement been so high, and the momentum continues to build as the presidential election nears."

    For more information about AT&T and Rock the Vote Mobile Tour and the Ballot Bash, visit http://www.attblueroom.com/ or http://www.rockthevote.com/mobile.

    About AT&T

    AT&T Inc. is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates, AT&T operating companies, are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. Among their offerings are the world's most advanced IP-based business communications services and the nation's leading wireless, high speed Internet access and voice services. In domestic markets, AT&T is known for the directory publishing and advertising sales leadership of its Yellow Pages and YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations, and the AT&T brand is licensed to innovators in such fields as communications equipment. As part of its three-screen integration strategy, AT&T is expanding its TV entertainment offerings. In 2008, AT&T again ranked No. 1 on Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list and No. 1 on America's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com/.

    About Rock the Vote:

    Rock the Vote's mission is to engage and build the political power of young people in order to achieve progressive change in our country. Rock the Vote uses music, popular culture and new technologies to engage and incite young people to register and vote in every election. And we give young people the tools to identify, learn about, and take action on the issues that affect their lives, and leverage their power in the political process. Rock the Vote is creative, effective, and controlled by nobody's agenda but our own -- we tell it like it is and pride ourselves on being a trusted source for information on politics. We empower the 44 million young people in America who want to step up, claim their voice in the political process, and change the way politics is done. http://www.rockthevote.com/

    (C) 2008 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

    Note: This AT&T news release and other announcements are available as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. For more information, please review this announcement in the AT&T newsroom at http://www.att.com/newsroom.

    AT&T Inc.

    CONTACT: April Borlinghaus of AT&T, +1-512-495-7166, aborling@attnews.us

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

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