Ckrush Digital Media Launches LiveMansion.com Representing Potential High-Growth Business Model for Digital Content Aggregation; New Online Community Leads Proactive Strategy to Capitalize on Significant Valuations of Digital Sector 7/21/2006
NEW YORK, Jul 21, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Ckrush, Inc. (OTCBB:CKRH), a cutting-edge media group capitalizing on the convergence of entertainment and digital technologies, has announced the launch of LiveMansion.com, an advanced online social networking website created to harness the burgeoning influence of youth-oriented online communities and to capitalize on cross-marketing opportunities and other potential high-value revenue sources.
Ckrush's LiveMansion combines a number of marketing-driven innovations that target the Company's central strategy to build a substantial foundation of monetizable digital assets. LiveMansion.com is a vibrant community experience where members can meet and interact; create customizable rooms to explore and share personal interests, post photos, audio, and video, email one another and chat on line. Members can enjoy exclusive content produced by Ckrush, including content generated from Ckrush's slate of feature films. Members will have the opportunity to post their own content as well. The Web site is the latest move to harness the immense cultural impact of interactive media to influence the Company's youth-targeted demographic.
LiveMansion.com has been strategically designed as an engine for generating digital assets to build a long-term community that can be licensed to third-party marketers and leveraged for all of Ckrush's future entertainment projects. It has been developed to be a cornerstone medium as the Company develops a robust multi-media business - that includes film making, sports events, direct sales and now, a formidable social network on the World Wide Web.
"LiveMansion.com gives us an essential tool for synchronizing our growing entertainment assets," said Jeremy Dallow, President of Ckrush, Inc. "Having followed and studied the trends in the online social network space, we developed the site to exploit gaps both functionally and operationally. As membership in these networks tends to build on itself, growing exponentially, we believe that LiveMansion.com's member audience will be the source of potential huge digital assets with significant potential for generating revenues."
Ckrush plans to continue developing projects that are at the forefront of the industry's paradigm shift towards integrated multi-media. The Company is making aggressive moves in this category to solidify its market position for continued growth.
While Ckrush continues to explore options for integrating the Web site into future projects, online social networking provides an environment rife with cross-promotions, advertising and branding opportunities, all of which can be powerfully combined with various media channels to mitigate investment risks and help generate the production of more profitable content.
Ckrush plans on releasing a series of interrelated entertainment concepts, websites and promotional campaigns as part of its digital initiative.
About LiveMansion.com
LiveMansion.com is an advanced multi-media web destination that builds upon the growing strength of online communities and new-era viral marketing. The online social network has introduced a new-economy business model based on "participatory pop culture," creating multiple potential revenue streams. LiveMansion.com members can create their own virtual mansion with dozens of rooms, allowing them to explore their interests and socialize with other like-minded members, all in real time. The website is the cornerstone for a holistic entertainment experience and the engine for generating digital assets and building a long-term community. For more information, visit www.LiveMansion.com.
About Ckrush, Inc.
Ckrush, Inc. is a cutting edge entertainment and digital media group capitalizing on the global convergence of the traditional entertainment industry and the "participatory pop culture" revolution of online communities and digital technology. The Company produces feature films, sports programs and other content, and has developed an interactive social network, that targets young adults, a highly-coveted entertainment industry demographic comprised of 70 million-plus consumers with an estimated spending power in excess of $200 billion annually . Ckrush feature films slated to be released in 2006 include, "Beer League," starring Artie Lange, "TV the Movie," starring Steve O and Wee Man of "Jackass" fame; and National Lampoon's "Pledge This," starring Paris Hilton. Ckrush also - promotes and distributes televised sports events and other programming through pay-per-view, video-on-demand and retail channels. For investor-specific information about Ckrush, Inc., including recent news and stock price data, please visit http://www.trilogy-capital.com/tcp/ckrush/quote.html. For General Investor Information, please visit http://www.trilogy-capital.com/tcp/ckrush/. For additional information, visit http://www.ckrush.net.
Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements are based on management's current expectations or beliefs, and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein due to changes in economic, business, competitive, technological and/or regulatory factors; acquisitions of dispositions of business assets; and the potential impact of future decisions by management. More detailed information about these factors may be found in filings by Ckrush, Inc. with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Ckrush, Inc. 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.
SOURCE: Ckrush, Inc.
Ckrush, Inc. Jeremy Dallow, 212-564-1111 or Trilogy Capital Partners, Inc. Paul Karon, 800-592-6061
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GreenZap Q2 Company Update Announces $100 Million Processing Capabilities and New Classifieds Section Business Wire - July 21, 2006 4:10 PM (EDT)
SAN DIEGO, Jul 21, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- GreenZap(R), Inc. (Pink Sheets:GZPN), a provider of secure online payment services, posted online its second quarter 2006 company update outlining achieved and upcoming milestones for the Company.
In the update, the Company describes its completed project milestones including a new member ID verification program designed to reduce fraud, the approval of $100 million in monthly processing capabilities for credit card and ACH transactions, and a payment processing relationship with an Internet Exchange Service that manages advertising for over 28 million businesses.
The company also announces its future plans to launch a GreenZap classifieds section, as well as new Merchant Tools services enabling companies to download a GreenZap pay button as a cost-effective, alternative payment method to credit cards or other online payment applications such as PayPal(R). The new merchant API (application program interface) allows businesses to accept GreenZap as a payment method by integrating a pay button into their existing Website or shopping cart application.
The complete company update is posted on the company's website within the "Newz" section (http://www.greenzap.com/greenzap-newz.asp).
Damon Westmoreland, GreenZap's CEO, states, "With the increase in our processing capabilities, we look forward to providing much needed services for the millions of Internet users around the globe." The Company notified its users about the update via email stating that the Company is making great strides to improve the usability and functionality of its Website and to add value by designing additional services for its users.
About GreenZap, Inc.
GreenZap, Inc., a San Diego, California-based company, enables any business or individual with an email address to send and receive money securely and cost-effectively online. GreenZap is building its network on the existing infrastructure of bank accounts and credit cards to create a global payment system. GreenZap's system resembles PayPal(R) (eBay's payment processor), which reports over 100 million users and a 2005 total dollar volume of payments of $27.5 billion.
GreenZap differentiates itself by charging flat-rate fees versus a percentage of each transaction, and rewards its customers for using GreenZap's services. Since opening June 1, 2005, GreenZap has grown to over 750,000 users.
Certain statements in this release, and other written or oral statements made by the Company, including the use of the words "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "project," "forecast," "outlook," "target," "objective," "plan," "goal," "pursue," "on track," and similar expressions, are "forward-looking statements" and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements of the company to be different from those expressed or implied. The Company assumes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements.
SOURCE: GreenZap, Inc.
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NetCert, Inc. Completes Acquisition Negotiations and Name Change to Take Effect on Monday July 24, 2006
As of Monday July 24, 2006 the New Name of the Company Will be Ise Blu Equity Corp and the New Trading Symbol Will be ISBL.PK
COLUMBIA, Md., Jul 21, 2006 (PRIMEZONE via COMTEX) -- NetCert, Inc. (Pink Sheets:NTCI) announced today that it has completed negotiations to acquire an internet content development company for its entertainment division. The company expects to sign a contract before the end of July and complete the closing upon the receipt of a completed audit of the acquisition. The final purchase price will be based on the value of the assets and the average net profit during the audit period. The acquisition will also allow the company to enter web based government information distribution and Internet trade malls. The operations have grown from $3.4 million in sales in 2004 to $6.8 million in 2005. The operations are expected to gross $12 million in revenue in 2006 and approximately $15 million in 2007 based on existing agreements.
This type of acquisition will allow the entertainment division to have an inexpensive platform to advertise its operations and distribute its information and immediately allows the company to widen the scope of its divisional plans for music, film and marketing products for global distribution.
Sources close to the company state that the resource recovery division has been advised that the general terms for contracts have been agreed upon for its oil treatment project and that construction has begun for the infrastructure required to support the treatment facilities.
Additional details with regard to this acquisition are due out soon.
About NetCert
NetCert, Inc., a Nevada corporation, is a holding company which specializes in investments from the consumer goods, commodities, entertainment and technology sectors.
"Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements contained in this release that are not historical, are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to, certain delays and risks detailed from time to time in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission."
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Sentex Sensing Technologies, Inc. Reaches Agreement With Security IT Vision, Inc.
July 22, 2006 10:20:15 (ET)
NEW YORK, Jul 22, 2006 (PRIMEZONE via COMTEX) -- Sentex Sensing Technologies Inc. (SENS, Trade) (http://www.sentextech.com), and Security IT Vision, Inc. (http://www.secitv.com) of Roseville, California have agreed today for an exclusive long-term distribution agreement and implementation of existing Security IT Vision, Inc. products. A final version of the contract was signed on the 19th of July. The agreement allows for Sentex to market exclusive technology in the biometric and security product arena based on Fingerprint Identification, Face Recognition and Voice Recognition technology. The high tech electronic scan of biometric features as well as the related products became a major opportunity worldwide after 9/11. Consequently, the market for such biometric security devices expanded rapidly after this act of terrorism.
Sentex will now move into this rapidly growing (40% per year) technology market with state of the art proven systems and software. Both companies are committed to create a significant number of jobs in the U.S. (Sentex is in negotiations with several state governments for the plant location). Our goal is to become the leading player in the international security arena for the below mentioned product lines:
1. Physical Access Control 2. Airport Security 3. National ID Cards 4. Loyalty Cards 5. Internet Authentication 6. Network HW Independent ID 7. Intranet HW Independent ID 8. Single Sign On 9. POS Terminals 10. One-Stop Shop HW Solutions Our new Web site will be coming soon to describe the products and the business in detail.
Through the efforts of Balmoral Financial Services (http://www.balmoralfinancial.com) Sentex Sensing Technologies has reached this final Agreement.
A Board Resolution and a majority vote of shareholders have given the approval to move toward final closing, which will now be sent to the SEC for observation and comments, and to all approximately 1,200 shareholders as an informational statement. Final approval should be within the next several weeks.
This is a major strategic relationship, and all parties expect additional funding to be consummated because of it.
As part of this agreement, Henrik Rubinstein will be appointed to top management and the Board of Directors. "The high tech nature of this entrepreneur and his know-how is our opportunity for long term success," said Bob Kendall, Chairman of Sentex Sensing Technologies. "We are excited about the new direction for the company."
About Sentex Sensing Technologies Inc.
Sentex Sensing Technology, Inc. (http://www.sentextech.com) is a corporation duly organized in 1980 in the state of New Jersey. It originally designed, manufactured and marketed sensor technology equipment, and subsequently computer equipment.
About Security IT Vision, Inc.
Security IT Vision, Inc., an Oregon corporation (http://www.secitv.com), is the head U.S. Company of Astro Datensysteme AG (http://www.astro.de) which is a major international accredited biometrics technology provider. Astro was the first company in the market, which brought biometrics security to a commercial success. SECITV has partners and clients on the Fortune 100 listing.
About Balmoral Financial Services
Balmoral (http://www.balmoralfinancial.com) is a niche financial services company, which has been in operation since 1986. Balmoral provides private entrepreneurs and public companies M & A, Bank Guarantees, Documentary Credit, International Promissory Notes, and PIPE financing. Balmoral works in 20 countries with five satellite offices with financial institutions in emerging markets like eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union (FSU), and places these transactions with American companies.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements contained herein, which are not historical, are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements including, but not limited to, certain delays beyond the Company's control with respect to market acceptance of new technologies, products and services, delays in testing and evaluation of products and services, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
HLV Trading, Inc. Acquires Another Petroleum and Natural Gas Rights 7/22/2006 6:39:31 PM NEW YORK, NEW YORK, Jul 22, 2006 (CCNMatthews via COMTEX) -- HLV Trading, Inc. (PINK SHEETS:HLVC) today announced that the Company has purchased 33.3% interest petroleum and natural gas rights to another 640 acres of land in the "Foremost" Region bordered between Alberta and Montana.
HLVC is set to explore petroleum and natural gas reserves in this newly acquired property. This area is well known for its oil and gas reserves whereas Based on nearby production, it is anticipated that there could be up to two productive gas zones within a shallow depth of less than 2000 feet within primary target of the Sunburst zone and the secondary target the White Specs zone. There is neighboring production in the area, and as a result there is good infrastructure nearby, which will facilitate getting potential production to market in a timely and cost efficient manner.
The Company's next step will be to fine tune its geologic model by reviewing any available industry seismic and or shooting our own additional seismic with a view to optimizing our drill locations. Seismic is a very useful tool in this geologic setting comprised of channel sands.
Additionally, HLVC is undertaking steps to apply for name and symbol change to reflect the new direction that the company is pursuing. News of the same will be announced if and when the name and symbol changes are approved.
"We are excited about the opportunity before us," commented Charles Voccaro, President and CEO of HLV Trading, Inc. "HLVC is set to explore petroleum and natural gas reserves in this acquired property and others that it may acquire in a next several months," Concluded Voccaro.
About HLV Trading
HLV Trading, Inc. an equity trading company has now embarked on a focus of responsible development, exploration, and exploitation of oil and gas resources in North America. HLVC is an emerging junior oil and gas company financially well connected, coupled with a strong management and technical team focused on exploiting oil and gas reserves in North America.
This press release contains forward-looking statements involving risks and uncertainties including statements regarding the Company's future performance. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, events and performance to differ materially from those referred to or implied by such statements. In addition, actual future results may differ materially from those anticipated, depending on a variety of factors which include, but are not limited to, our ability to leverage our technology, manage our growth, protect our intellectual property rights, attract new customers and general economic conditions affecting consumer spending, including uncertainties relating to global political conditions. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company does not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law.
SOURCE: HLV Trading, Inc.
HLV Trading, Inc. Charles Voccaro (212) 221-3715 charlesv*hlvtrading.com www.hlvtrading.com
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DEL MAR, CA--(MARKET WIRE)--Jul 24, 2006 -- Homeland Security Group International (Other OTC:HMSG.PK - News) announced today that CEO Colonel Jeffrey Powers, USMC (Ret) and 1stSgt Mark Wilson, USMC (Ret) have been invited to return to Capitol Hill this week to brief key members of the House Armed Services Committee on the ARNISI ECM-1 Anti-IED device. While there, they will also be demonstrating the company's lightweight ballistic armor and new interoperable tactical radio communication system.
ADVERTISEMENT "This is a major breakthrough in our attempt to immediately field the ARNISI device in the current combat theater," commented Mark Wilson. "The technology has been proven and we welcome the opportunity to personally brief Congressmen on this important lifesaving device."
HMSG will be accompanied by representatives from FED-COMM USA who designed the ARNISI ECM-1 device and also by representatives from Trofholz Technologies, a new partner and designer of interoperable tactical radio communication solutions.
HMSG also announced today that their ballistics division has completed initial manufacture of the new side plate ballistic panel carrier. The carrier was designed specifically to respond to a need for side plate armor protection for military members as recently stated by the Department of Defense in numerous business solicitations. HMSG has partnered with Protective Enterprises LLC of Dulles, Virginia, to respond to a solicitation from the Marine Corps involving 180,000 panels and carriers. HMSG estimates the potential income from the contract to be in excess of $65 million.
ABOUT HOMELAND SECURITY GROUP INTERNATIONAL
Homeland Security Group International, Inc. (HMSG), (Other OTC:HMSG.PK - News) is a technology-based company with corporate headquarters in north county San Diego. HMSG's mission is to develop and commercialize technology focused on providing increased security for both civilian and military personnel throughout the world. Under the leadership of Colonel Jeffrey A. Powers, USMC (Retired), HMSG has assembled a portfolio of technology and services through alliances with established defense-related companies and through internal development that can be brought to market in a cost-efficient and timely manner. The Company has also entered into an alliance with Recon Mountaineer, LLC, (an Oceanside, CA.-based designer and manufacturer of military combat gear for the United States Armed Forces). The company has also partnered with GPS World Supply for the sale and distribution of GPS units with exclusive Iraq and Afghanistan databases. HMSG has also aligned itself with leading security firms to design and market surveillance systems for homeland defense security applications.
This press release contains forward-looking statements pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include risks and uncertainties that may cause the company's plans to change and are in no way intended to guarantee that the company will be successful in executing its plans. HMSG's common stock currently trades on the over-the-counter "Pink Sheets" under the symbol "HMSG." This press release in no way constitutes any recommendation regarding the securities of HMSG or its affiliates. Any person reading this press release is advised that this release should be considered in light of all facts and circumstances regarding the business and financial condition and prospects of HMSG, and no inference is made in this release contains all such information.
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CONTACT INFORMATION: Homeland Security Group International Colonel Jeffrey A. Powers 858-436-2480 Email Contact
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CalbaTech Announces Launch Date for Stem Cell Microbank(TM) and Date for Dividend 'Coupon' to Shareholders of Record as of August 10, 2006
By PR Newswire Last Update: 7/24/2006 5:01:02 AM Data provided by
IRVINE, Calif., July 24, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- CalbaTech, Inc. (CLBE), an emerging life sciences company (http://www.CalbaTech.com) concentrating on banking adult stem cells for possible future therapeutic uses and providing products and platforms to the biotech, pharmaceutical research market and to academic institutions, announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, LifeStem, Inc. will begin operations of its Adult Stem Cell Microbank(TM) collection service on August 15th 2006.
LifeStem's Stem Cell Microbank(TM) Service is the nation's first service to collect micro quantities of adult stem cells from multiple tissue sources. "We have completed the validation of our protocols to guarantee that our service will run smoothly at the time of launch," said James DeOlden, CEO. "LifeStem and its partners are now satisfied with the vitality and viability of the cells that have been collected."
A number of individuals have already expressed interest in being the first to store their stem cells with LifeStem once the Service has begun. The company will begin enrolling clients immediately. LifeStem will also begin its marketing efforts immediately to take advantage of the time between today's date and the 15th of August to schedule other individual's stem cell harvests.
Additionally, CalbaTech, in coordination with LifeStem, announced that it will be offering a ten percent discount coupon for LifeStem's Stem Cell Microbank(TM) collection service, to shareholders of record as of August 10, 2006. The discount is available to the individual shareholder, or any member of the shareholder's immediate family at the shareholder's listed address.
CalbaTech's wholly owned subsidiary LifeStem has developed a unique process to harvest stem cells from two tissue sources, in micro quantities, to be cryopreserved for possible future therapeutic use. The collection of stem cells from two different tissue sources increases the potential for possible treatment options of more diseases.
About CalbaTech
CalbaTech, Inc. (CLBE) is an emerging life sciences company (http://www.CalbaTech.com) concentrating on providing products and platforms to the research market for biotech and pharmaceutical companies and to academic institutions.
Note: Certain statements in this news release may contain "forward- looking" information within the meaning of rule 175 under the Securities Act of 1933 and Rule 3b-6 under the Securities Act of 1934 and are subject to the safe harbor created by those rules. We use words such as "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "future," "intend," "plan," and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. These statements including those related to being in a large and growing market, exhibiting rapid growth characteristics, and having a growth strategy, are forward looking statements. These forward looking statements are only predictions and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Some of the risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from estimates or assumptions in this press release include the risk that we will not be able to grow our revenues and market share, the risk that our prices do not remain competitive and the risk that we will not achieve profitability. Additional risks are identified and described in the Company's public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recent Report on Form 10-KSB, and Reports on Form 10-QSB and Form 8-K. Statements made herein are as of the date of this press release and should not be relied upon as of any subsequent date. The Company's past performance is not necessarily indicative of its future performance. The Company does not undertake, and the Company specifically disclaims, any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect occurrences, developments, events, or circumstances after the date of such statement.
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Produce Safety and Security International Announces Acquisition of Atomic X Hydration Company
By Market Wire Last Update: 7/21/2006 8:28:57 PM Data provided by
PRESCOTT, AZ, Jul 21, 2006 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Produce Safety and Security International, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: PDSC), an ozone and chemical sanitation disinfectant process supplier to the food and medical industries, announces the acquisition of Atomic X(TM) Hydration Company ("AtomicX").
The companies have closed the first segment of a four-step process. AtomicX is now an owned subsidiary of Produce Safety and Security International and the agreement calls on AtomicX to become a fully owned subsidiary within a twelve-month period.
Atomic X specializes in the amalgamation of original ideas and proprietary formulas into unique energizing, refreshing and healthy products with broad mass appeal.
Currently, it is the leading non-carbonated beverage in the fast-growing energy drink segment of the non-alcoholic beverage industry. The absence of carbonation allows the drink's energy producing ingredients to work more effectively and eliminates the bloated feeling associated with carbonated beverages. With these differentiating characteristics, the management team believes this product line presents a better marketing position for rapid penetration and success against its competitors.
The Atomic X Energy regular and sugar free product lines are carried by 17 primary distributors in 13 states. These proprietary products are now available for consumer purchase and consumption in grocery, convenience and other retailers such as Kroger, AM/PM, 7-Eleven, Shell Oil, Food 4 Less, Mobil, Exxon, Sunoco and Circle K. The management team not only expects to penetrate all 50 states with its Atomic X product lines over the next 3 years but also the most lucrative international markets as well.
Clarence W. Karney, CEO of Produce Safety & Security International, stated, "Sam Perricone and his management team have done a fantastic job. Atomic X has a proven product line that is already producing revenues."
"The acquisition will improve operations for Atomic X, as well as provide PDSC a great opportunity to expand the food safe process into the energy drink industry and we plan on continued announcements, concerning Atomic X, including management bio's, revenue information and projections."
About Produce Safety & Security International, Inc. (PDSC)
PDSC has developed and patented products for extending the shelf life of perishables. The EPA-registered products sanitize and disinfect against food-borne illness pathogens and disease-causing bacteria. PDSC provides a range of options for retail stores, restaurants, cruise ship lines, disaster cleanups and municipal programs. Furthermore, the process incorporates a complete audit trail, an essential component for complying with government regulations in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
PDSC's state-of-the-art ozone process has been shown to extend the shelf life and remove food borne illness bacteria. This process will provide retail produce departments reduced shrinkage, increase the bottom line and provide a fresher product for the consumer. The customer will be assured of a safe food product, by use of this process, which may be used on organic produce to remove the pathogens. This process uses no chemicals thus meeting the requirements of organic certification.
For further product information, joint venture opportunities, distributorship program information, or program applications, please go to PDSC's website www.foodsafeint.com.
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Forward-looking statements made in this release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements made by Produce Safety & Security International, Inc. are not a guarantee of future performance. This news release includes forward-looking statements, including with respect to the future level of business for the parties. These statements are necessarily subject to risk and uncertainty. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain risk factors that could cause results to differ materially from estimated results. Management cautions that all statements as to future results of operations are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties and events that may be beyond the control of Produce Safety & Security International, Inc. and no assurance can be given that such results will be achieved. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the ability to procure, properly price, retain and successfully complete projects, and changes in products and competition.
SOURCE: Produce Safety & Security International, Inc.
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Summus Works, Inc. in Discussions to Acquire $2.5 Million Revenue Generating Custom Design and Distribution Company Monday July 24, 8:05 am ET
Deal Would Generate $2.5 Million in Revenue, and Be Accretive to Earnings
DENVER, CO--(MARKET WIRE)--Jul 24, 2006 -- Summus Works, Inc. (Other OTC:SMMW.PK - News) announced it has entered discussions to acquire an undisclosed custom design and distribution Company in a deal that will add more than $2.5 million in annual revenue and be accretive to earnings. Management noted that its position to seize advantageous acquisition opportunities in line with successful strategic integration achieves diversified expansion and increased awareness of the Company.
"Technology, organic growth and the closing of selective acquisitions is, at this point, our highest operational objective," said Summus Works, Inc. President Dan Burgess.
Summus Works, Inc. (Other OTC:SMMW.PK - News) is a multi-media holding company with interests in outdoor sports, retail, e-tail, print, web, television and film. For more information on the company or its outdoor sports and media subsidiaries, visit www.summusworks.com.
This release includes forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the impact of competitive products, the ability to meet customer demand, the ability to manage growth, acquisitions of technology, equipment, or human resources, the effect of economic and business conditions, and the ability to attract and retain skilled personnel. The Company is not obligated to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release.
Contact: Company Contact: Summus Works, Inc. Dan Burgess 888-607-9495 Email Contact http://www.summusworks.com
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CHDT (0.1090) announced today that it has received a credit line
COOPER CITY, FL -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/24/06 -- China Direct Trading Corp. (OTCBB: CHDT) (CHDT) announced today that it has received a credit line commitment of $2,500,000 from its chief executive officer and president, Howard Ullman. The credit line is to be used solely to fund the cash portion, if any, of any CHDT acquisition or investment consistent with its strategic vision for the Fiscal Year 2006.
CHDT has concluded that ownership of or investment in companies that are established distributors in the U.S. and potential distribution channels should be considered as part of the overall strategy to better exploit CHDT's contacts with over 30 Chinese manufacturing companies. As such, CHDT is seeking such investments or acquisitions opportunities funded in part by the $2.5 million credit line.
CHDT's Strategic Plan: CHDT has been engaged in an ongoing process of seeking investment or acquisition or merger opportunities with one or more companies that can potentially enhance CHDT shareholder value through increasing CHDT's revenues and net worth as well as possibly establishing a sustained positive cash flow. CHDT's board of directors is also committed to seeking possibly investing in or acquiring companies that could benefit from CHDT's contacts with Chinese manufacturing firms. CHDT's strategic plan has traditionally been to remain a trading company with low overhead and focused on exploiting its contacts with Chinese manufacturers to meet CHDT's customers' needs.
Under the credit line, CHDT has 4 years to repay any advances of credit, which repayment shall be made in calendar quarterly interest-only payments for the first 24 months of the term and equal calendar quarterly principal and interest installment payments for the last 24 months of the term. The interest rate is fixed at 8.0% per annum. Upon demand, the lender may convert all or a portion of any unpaid principal or interest into "restricted shares" (as defined in Rule 144 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended) of CHDT common stock at a price of 0.10 per share. The commitment comes from the personal funds of Mr. Ullman, including funding based on a collateral arrangement encumbering 25 million shares of Mr. Ullman's CHDT common stock and 376,000 preferred shares.
About CHDT: CHDT is a public holding company acting, through its subsidiaries, as a distributor of commercial and residential standby power generators as a trading company focused on selling Chinese-made goods in North America, especially roofing tiles and promotional, souvenir and gift items.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: This press release, including the financial information that follows, contains "forward-looking statements" as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on management's current expectations and involve risks and uncertainties, which may cause results to differ materially from those set forth in the statements. The forward-looking statements may include statements regarding product development, product potential or financial performance. The fact that CHDT seeks or consummates investments in or acquisitions of other companies does not mean that such transactions will favorably affect CHDT's business or financial conditions -- in general or as forecasted. In fact, investments and acquisitions could have an adverse impact on CHDT. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed, and actual results may differ materially from those projected. CHDT undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Forward-looking statements in this press release and risks associated with any investment in CHDT, which is a "penny stock" company, should be evaluated together with the many uncertainties that affect CHDT's business, particularly those mentioned in the cautionary statements in current and future CHDT's SEC Filings, which statements CHDT incorporates by reference herein.
Contact: Howard Ullman China Direct 954-252-3440
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LBTN 0.0005 Shareholders to Be Issued a Solos Endoscopy Stock Dividend Based on the Shares They Hold as of August 18th
RENO, NV -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/24/06 -- 8:31:00 AM Lifeline Biotechnologies, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: LBTN) today announced that it has established the record date for the issuance of a special stock dividend to its shareholders.
Lifeline Biotechnologies, Inc. shareholders of record as of August 18th, 2006 will receive 1 new share of Solos Endoscopy, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: SLSE) for approximately every 100 shares of LBTN they own as of the record date. Lifeline Biotechnologies shareholders will maintain their stock ownership of LBTN and will receive a dividend in Solos Endoscopy, Inc., a leading medical instrumentation company with worldwide distribution to major hospitals, surgical centers, and physician's offices. For each shareholder, as of the record date August 18th, 2006, Lifeline will deliver an Information Statement under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 describing the terms and conditions of the special dividend distribution and the business of Solos Endoscopy.
Solos Endoscopy, Inc. has obtained medical assets from Lifeline Biotechnologies Inc for $4 million in restricted shares of Solos Endoscopy, Inc. The medical assets will include the MastaScope(TM), First Warning System(TM), OvaScope(TM), and the inventory and intellectual properties relating to those products. Lifeline Biotechnologies will also receive compensation, in the form of a royalty, once sales of the MastaScope(TM), First Warning System(TM), and OvaScope(TM) exceed $4 million.
"This Dividend is a bonus for our loyal shareholders. The dividend will give our shareholders ownership in Solos Endoscopy, which in turn will allow them to still have an investment in the medical technology that Lifeline created," stated Jim Holmes, President of Lifeline Biotechnologies.
About Solos Endoscopy, Inc.:
Solos Endoscopy, Inc. is a healthcare technology company whose mission is to develop and market breakthrough technology, applications, medical devices, and procedural techniques for the screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of medical conditions. Backed by technical support, Solos' sales team can help make the right buying decisions for the hospital, surgery center, or physician office. Additional information is available on the Company's website at: www.solosendoscopy.com.
About Lifeline Biotechnologies, Inc.:
Lifeline Biotechnologies develops and acquires undervalued companies which have innovative technology in the Medical, Nutraceutical, and Energy Industries, to increase the growth of the Company. Lifeline Biotechnologies continues to seek out and capitalize on emerging technologies that will change the medical community.
More information is available at the company's website: www.lbtn.com.
Safe Harbor: This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of 1934. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approval for anticipated actions.
Contact: Big Apple Consulting USA, Inc. (for Lifeline Biotechnologies, Inc.) Investor Relations 407-884-0444 or 1-866-THE-APPLE
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ARFR 0.0240 pleased to announce the nomination of two new Directors.
>SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., July 24, 2006 8:24:28 AM (PRIMEZONE) -- Advanced Refractive Technologies Inc. (ART) (Pink Sheets:ARFR) is pleased to announce the nomination of two new Directors.
Jenaro Garcia Martin is founder and CEO of IBER-X (IBER Band Exchange SA) located in Madrid, Spain. IBER-X manages $130 million dollars and offers its services in eight countries. Mr. Garcia Martin is also co-founder of Blue Emerald Investment Bank, S.A., located in Luxembourg. Blue Emerald concentrates on restructuring and investing in companies in the $10 to $50 million value level.
Mr. Garcia Martin stated, "I am pleased to begin working with ART as an outside independent director to help position the company to effectively compete in the market place going forward with its new products and partners."
Timothy F. Laney, Managing Director of La Terraza Trading and Asset Management, LTD, also located in Madrid, Spain, was nominated to the Board of ART. La Terraza manages assets of very high net-worth individuals as well as institutions. Mr. Laney stated: "La Terraza looks forward to a long and profitable association with ART, in particular, we look forward to our clients benefiting from their investments in ART."
Randy Bailey, the CEO of ART stated: "This begins the process of restructuring the company to bring in the talent and capital necessary for ART to move forward. We look forward to working with these nominated Directors."
About Advanced Refractive Technologies, Inc.
Advanced Refractive Technologies, Inc. is an ophthalmology development company focused on the development and marketing of innovative ophthalmic applications that will result in faster, safer and more effective procedures in two of the largest surgical markets in the world: corrective refractive surgery and cataract surgery, as well as innovative drugs for glaucoma and age-related macula degeneration. Advanced Refractive Technologies is currently in the process of developing their Accupulse, a next generation cataract emulsifier, which utilizes the company's proprietary waterjet technology. The Accupulse cataract emulsifier, currently under development, is a device that uses pulsed waterjet technology to remove cataracts -- the most frequently performed surgical procedure in the world. For more information on Advanced Refractive Technologies, please visit its website at http://www.advancedrefractive.com.
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PSCO 0.06 Acquisition Supports Consumer Products Companies' Entry Into Indian Market
DES PLAINES, IL -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/24/06 -- Schawk, Inc. (NYSE: SGK), the world's leading provider of knowledge-based brand image management solutions to Fortune 500 companies, announced today that it has completed an agreement to increase its ownership of Schawk India, Ltd. to 90 percent. Schawk acquired 50 percent of the company currently known as Schawk India, Ltd. in February 2005 when it acquired Seven Worldwide. The Schawk India portfolio of services includes artwork management, premedia and print management services.
"India is a very attractive growth market to our clients," said David A. Schawk, president and chief executive officer, "providing the opportunity to sell their branded goods to over one billion consumers and to create brand loyalties among a population whose discretionary income is rising as India continues to develop economically."
"Our clients are increasingly manufacturing, packaging and selling their products in India, which makes it essential for Schawk to own and operate a location here," added Schawk. "For us to successfully facilitate our clients' ability to speed their products to market in India, we require the broader control that comes with increased ownership."
The Agreement stipulates that RKKR Group will retain 10 percent of the shares in Schawk India, will retain a director-level position with Schawk India and will remain a partner to offer advice and counsel to Schawk's Indian operation in economic matters relating to India's governmental rules and regulations.
Schawk, Inc., headquartered in suburban Chicago, is one of the world's largest independent brand image solutions companies. Schawk delivers a broad range of digital pre-media graphic services through 169 locations in 13 countries across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Schawk designs, creates and manages images and text for reproduction to exact specifications for a variety of media, including packaging for consumer products, point-of-sale displays and other promotional and advertising materials. Schawk provides its services to the food, beverage, health & beauty, pharmaceutical, home care and consumer products industries. For more information, visit http://www.schawk.com.
RKKR Group is one of South India's oldest and respected business houses; well-diversified with strategic partnerships and working relationships with corporate organizations in the U.S., U.K. and Japan. They maintain strong affiliations with apex bodies, like the Chambers of Commerce and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and they have decades of experience in property management in India, creating commercial complexes of international standards.
Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and are subject to the safe harbor created thereby. These statements are made based upon current expectations and beliefs that are subject to risk and uncertainty. Actual results might differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements because of factors, such as, among other things, higher than expected costs, or unanticipated difficulties associated with, integrating the acquired operations of Weir Holdings Limited ("Winnetts") and Seven Worldwide, higher than expected costs associated with compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, the strength of the United States economy in general and specifically market conditions for the consumer products industry, the level of demand for Schawk's services, loss of key management and operational personnel, our ability to implement our growth strategy, the stability of state, federal and foreign tax laws, our continued ability to identify and exploit industry trends and exploit technological advances in the imaging industry, our ability to implement restructuring plans, the stability of political conditions in Asia and other foreign countries in which we have production capabilities, terrorist attacks and the U.S. response to such attacks, as well as other factors detailed in Schawk, Inc.'s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
AT SCHAWK: Patti Soldavini Corporate Communications 908.850.6300 psoldavini*anthemworldwide.com
Alex Sarkisian Chief Operating Officer 847.827.9494 asarkisian*schawk.com
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QMMG 0.0230 Significant Step in Quest's Previously Announced Ongoing Initiative to Resolve Its Debt and Improve Its Financial Liquidity
PATERSON, NJ -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/24/06 -- Quest Minerals & Mining Corp. (OTCBB: QMMG), a Kentucky based operator of energy and mineral related properties, today announced that it has reached agreements with a group of noteholders representing approximately $1,050,000, or 74%, of its 7% convertible secured promissory notes due February 2006 on a financial structuring that reduces approximately $125,000 of debt and extends the maturity of the remaining notes to February 2007. Quest has filed current reports on Form 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission disclosing the restructuring agreements. The agreements, which incorporate the terms of the restructurings, are attached to these current reports on Form 8-K.
The debt restructuring is a significant step in Quest's previously announced ongoing initiative to resolve its debt and improve its financial liquidity. Through this initiative, Quest intends to regain its financial health by restructuring its highly leveraged balance sheet. By this restructuring, the company has restructured the majority of the privately held debt of Quest Minerals & Mining Corp., which is a parent holding company without business operations of its own. The company is continuing its efforts to restructure the privately held debt of Gwenco, Inc., the company's operating subsidiary. Quest re-emphasized that this intended financial restructuring is being designed to allow the company to resume operations at the Pond Creek mine at Slater's Branch as well as pursue other energy related opportunities.
As part of the restructuring agreements, the group of noteholders agreed to amend and restate the convertible notes to extend the maturity dates to March 2007. In addition, the company and the noteholders resolved several disputes arising out of the note transactions, including terms of conversion, exercisability of warrants, and registration rights.
Eugene Chiaramonte, Jr., President of Quest, said, "We believe that the restructuring of these convertible notes is a major milestone for Quest in our ongoing restructuring initiative, and we are continuing to work on restructuring the balance of our debt. We continue to believe that a restructured balance sheet and an infusion of short-term working capital will allow us to obtain all required regulatory approvals and recommence mining operations at the Pond Creek mine at Slater's Branch. We also believe that it would allow us to pursue other energy related opportunities to enhance stockholder value and also create more jobs in the region. We estimate that we have total recoverable coal reserves of nine million tons, consisting of both proven and probable reserves, and that a restructuring would allow us to recommence mining operations to service our debt obligations and to enhance our results of operations."
Chiaramonte continued, "We continue to believe that this ongoing restructuring initiative is in the company's and the local community's best interests, will provide a level of debt that our operations can be expected to support, and enhance the prospects of a stronger Quest tomorrow. We appreciate the cooperation that our noteholders have shown in concluding this portion of the restructuring, and we thank them for their continued support of our company."
About Quest Minerals & Mining
Quest Minerals & Mining Corp., or Quest, acquires and operates energy and mineral related properties in the southeastern part of the United States. Quest focuses its efforts on properties that produce quality compliance blend coal. For more information on Quest Minerals & Mining Corp., please visit our website at www.questminerals.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This document contains discussion of items that may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Although Quest believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurances that its expectations will be achieved. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from expectations include, but are not limited to, lack of revenue producing operations, lack of working capital, debt obligations, judgments and lien claims against Quest and certain of its assets, difficulties in refinancing short term debt, difficulties identifying and acquiring complementary businesses, fluctuations in coal, oil & gas, and other energy prices, general economic conditions in markets in which Quest does business, extensive environmental and workplace regulation by federal and state agencies, other general risks related to its common stock, and other uncertainties and business issues that are detailed in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
For Investors: Quest Minerals & Mining Corp. Eugene Chiaramonte, Jr. 973-684-0075
For Members of Media: Loran Hickton Salmon Creek Public Relations Inc. Portland OR, Vancouver WA, Boise ID, Paterson NJ lhickton*salmoncreekpr.com (360) 571-5560
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ESTM 0.18 pleased to announce that Bobby Pang, e-Smart's Chief Representative in Singapore, will be a featured speaker at the 11th Annual Asian Casinos Executive Summit (ACE) 2006 in Singapore.
WASHINGTON, July 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- e-Smart Technologies, Inc., (Pink Sheets: ESMT) ("e-SMART" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that Bobby Pang, e-Smart's Chief Representative in Singapore, will be a featured speaker at the 11th Annual Asian Casinos Executive Summit (ACE) 2006 in Singapore. The Asian Casinos Executive Summit is designed to target top-level decision-makers in the global tourism, entertainment and leisure communities, providing the most up to date technological opportunities to the tourism, gaming and entertainment industry. The Summit attracts executives from industries such as gaming, sports organizations, property developers, IT security providers, regulators and consultants. It is a global event where representatives from dozens of nations converge at the Summit, including the United States, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Australia, Europe and China. Mr. Pang will address the conference on "eliminating fraud and security risks in online gaming," focusing on the Company's Biometric Verification Security System (BVS2)(TM) platform and its Super Smart Card(TM), which experts believe to be the world's only commercially available smartcard with a full on-card system for biometric ID verification. Other speakers at the ACE Summit include, Mark Advent, Eighth Wonder, Jennifer Allsop, Mc3 Global, Armand Arreza, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, Peter Barge, Jones Lang LaSalle Asia Pacific, Angus Barker, UBS, Vikrant Bhargava, PartyGaming, Gabriele Birnbert, Interactive Gaming, Gambling and Betting Association, UK, Bruce Bomarrito, Nevada Commission on Tourism, Warren Buckley, Suntec Singapore, Paul Chong, CISCO Security, Chris Downy, Australian Casinos Association, Jonathan Langer, Goldman Sachs, Mary Ellen Olson, Standard & Poor's, Rick Smith, Interactive Gaming Council, Canada, and Christine Freytag of the Gaming Standards Association, USA. "The gaming and entertainment industry," said Mr. Pang, "is a multi-billion dollar a year business and it increasingly must find new efficient and economical ways to protect itself from the fraud that continues to plague so many industries. It is a pleasure and great opportunity for me to share with the leaders of this industry the exciting solutions to ID theft and fraud that are available through e-Smart's Biometric Verification Security System (BVS2)(TM) platform and our Super Smart Card(TM), which virtually will eliminate the possibility of such criminal activity." e-Smart is the exclusive licensee in the US and Asia of the Super Smart Card(TM), the Super Smart Passport(TM) and the Biometric Verification Security System (BVS2)(TM). The Company seeks to be the leading provider of high technology security systems that can be used to combat fraud and terrorism. e-Smart's systems and products enable government agencies and commercial enterprises to continuously and securely verify the identity of citizens, personnel, customers and any other persons seeking physical or logical access. e-Smart Technologies offers what experts believe to be the highest form of identity-based and credential-based security with no profiling or erosion of civil rights. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT Statements in this news release that relate to future plans, financial results or projections, events or performance are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. While these statements are made to convey to the public the Company's progress, business opportunities and growth prospects, readers are cautioned that such forward-looking statements represent the management's opinion. While management believes such representations to be true and accurate based on information available to the Company, at this time, actual results may differ materially from those described. For more information about e-Smart Technologies, please visit e-Smart's new website http://www.e-smart.com or contact e-Smart Media Relations at 703-768-7477. SOURCE e-Smart Technologies, Inc.
Contact Information: Media Relations, e-Smart Technologies, Inc., +1-703-768-7477
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LKRV 0.15 officially announced today that the company is not only breaking new ground in the arenas of recovery for alcoholism, and addictions related to drugs, obsessive behaviors and recovery from devastating diseases, but they are also bringing their vision of recovery directly to the market by going public.
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2006-- 8:00:09 Let's Talk Recovery, Inc. (Pink Sheets:LKRV) officially announced today that the company is not only breaking new ground in the arenas of recovery for alcoholism, and addictions related to drugs, obsessive behaviors and recovery from devastating diseases, but they are also bringing their vision of recovery directly to the market by going public. With a global strategy in place, the LTR business model generates revenues and earnings through multiple sources and channels, including proprietary methodologies, advertising, sponsorships, grants, referrals, management fees, real property, intellectual property fees, and licensing and rental fees. As a competitive content-rich multimedia network, LTR has a unique opportunity to engage in reciprocal cross-promotional projects with recognizable networks like NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, CNN, MSNBC and CNBC, to name just a few. The major media players recognize the impact of LTR's recovery media niche is having on our society at large, and Wall Street is embracing the phenomenon. Michael A. Mische, President & Chief Executive Officer, had this to say: "This initial public offering (IPO) marks a profound moment in the history of recovery and Wall Street. Where society was once reticent about addiction, alcoholism and recovery, LTR has taken its leading edge concepts public with a viable model for the profitable delivery of recovery services and an attractive platform for financial participation from the investment community which creates tangible shareholder value." The Let's Talk Recovery (www.letstalkrecovery.com) business model has rapidly grown to become a force to be reckoned with on several levels. Not only has their flagship weekly radio show, "Let's Talk Recovery," become a hit with listeners, it has become a beacon of hope for many as well. While the radio show is currently on hiatus, LTR is poised to launch a full lineup of shows that are purely dedicated to the topic of recovery. In this new media arena, LTR has given life and paved the way for the timely emergence of recovery media and the lifesaving tools it provides. Operating out of Beverly Hills, Calif., Let's Talk Recovery is positioned for profitable growth and creating tangible asset value for its shareholders.
About Let's Talk Recovery, Inc.
Let's Talk Recovery, Inc. (Pink Sheets:LKRV) is a publicly traded company offering dynamic, socially responsible solutions to the rapidly growing recovery community. Targeting multiple addictions across all segments of the population, Let's Talk Recovery, Inc. specializes in developing content-rich, realistic, accurate, technologically advanced and highly customizable products and services designed to effectively help addicts, the healthcare profession and society to successfully recover. Let's Talk Recovery, Inc. is organized into four distinct operating units: LTR Media Group -- including the LTR Radio Program, the LTR Radio Network, and other related media including television, print and internet; LTR Operations Group -- including Facilities Acquisition, Ownership, Management and Shared Service Operations; LTR Services Group -- including Operational Consulting, Intervention Services and Seminar/Speaker Services; and LTR Educational Group -- including Educational Content Development, Recovery Practitioner's Network (RPN), Custom Programming and LTR University. For more information about Let's Talk Recovery, Inc. please visit: www.letstalkrecovery.com, which also links to the company's corporate website.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements, which may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Those statements include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of Let's Talk Recovery, Inc., and members of its management, as well as the assumptions on which such statements are based. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.
KEYWORD: NORTH AMERICA CALIFORNIA UNITED STATES INDUSTRY KEYWORD: ENTERTAINMENT TV AND RADIO HEALTH MENTAL HEALTH PRODUCT/SERVICE SOURCE: Let's Talk Recovery, Inc.
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YVON 0.06 unveiled the unique array of new features and benefits for its highly anticipated VIYYA(TM) Server
ROSELAND, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2006--8:00:01 Viyya Technologies, Inc. (Pink Sheets:VYON), the developer and marketer of the world's most advanced, web-based information management application, today unveiled the unique array of new features and benefits for its highly anticipated VIYYA(TM) Server Edition, an advertising-based content aggregation solution aimed at the ISP and web portal marketplace. Scheduled for release this fall, VIYYA(TM) Server Edition is based on the company's core VIYYA(TM) technology and will provide ISPs, web portals and content providers with an additional revenue stream based exclusively on the lucrative online advertising industry. The newly released list of features includes an architecture that will address installations behind firewalls or on an enterprise scale; the ability to introduce advertising and/or value added information into the browsing stream; and an n-tier development approach to allow for both horizontal and vertical scaling so that VIYYA(TM) can grow with the needs of its users. VIYYA(TM) Server Edition also offers centrally controlled bandwidth and access to allow for throttling of both bandwidth and content as well as reduce overhead. Anchor clustering will help reduce bandwidth usage by grouping together like domains and performing fetches in groups or clusters. In addition, VIYYA(TM) Server Edition delivers robust search engine technology and contains a search engine abstraction layer that allows it to adapt to other search technologies with ease. This feature will benefit users who wish to leverage the investment in their search/retrieval technology. VIYYA(TM) Server Edition will deploy a new dashboard which will integrate the various tickers found in the earlier VIYYA(TM) client version. This dashboard will allow users to view results of their searches instantly, while allowing them to quickly tweak anchor sets. The dashboard will be un-dockable, allowing users to place it on their desktops during their sessions, and will be delivered via portlets designed for inclusion in third-party portals such as Microsoft Sharepoint, BEA, and IBM Websphere, among others. "We believe VIYYA(TM) Server Edition will be the most comprehensive content aggregation tool the industry has ever seen, as well as a tremendous value add for our partners," said Viyya CEO John Bay. "It offers users a host of features never previously available to Internet users, while offering our distributors the ability to generate considerable revenue through the delivery of ad placements that are consistent with end user preferences."
About Viyya Technologies
Viyya Technologies (Pink Sheets:VYON) is the developer and marketer of the world's most advanced, web-based information management application. The company's core technology manages disparate information from the Internet, corporate intranets, databases, newsgroups, email, and third-party feeds by enabling users to customize the way they collect, process, distribute and store data. VIYYA(TM) gives users the ability to retrieve filtered content from many sources, determine the relevancy of the information, and have the information processed into notifications, daily reminders, newspapers, or archived for future use. For additional company information, please visit http://www.viyya.com.
Legal Notice: "Forward-looking statements" as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 may be included in this release. These statements relate to future events or financial performance; are based on current expectations/projections about Viyya and its industry; and may differ materially from actual future results or events. Such words as "expects", "believes", and "anticipates" are intended to identify these statements. Viyya disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
KEYWORD: NORTH AMERICA NEW JERSEY UNITED STATES INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TECHNOLOGY DATA MANAGEMENT HARDWARE INTERNET NETWORKS SOFTWARE COMMUNICATIONS ADVERTISING MARKETING PRODUCT/SERVICE SOURCE: Viyya Technologies, Inc.
CONTACT INFORMATION: For Viyya Technologies, Roseland Pageone Communications Jesus Rodriguez, 305-776-4535
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SKIPPACK, PA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/24/06 -- Enterayon, Inc (PINKSHEETS: ETYN) is pleased to report that its Horseshoe exploration team has made considerable progress, and has discovered new bedrock and float occurrences of gold and silver mineralization.
Current and past exploration indicates that the High Grade showing extends along strike for a length of approximately 1300 feet and up to over 10 feet wide. A possible extension has been discovered to the southeast of High Grade, which may add additional strike length. Three newly discovered parallel veins were also found 1000 feet below the High Grade showing.
The exploration team also reports finding extensions of known mineralization on the Washington showing and mineralized float above and to the east of the Prince George showing. The Washington and Prince George showings are approximately 1.5 km northwest of the High Grade showing. The Enterayon team is currently assessing the potential of all three areas.
On July 17, Enterayon announced that preliminary lab results on its Horseshoe Property indicate samples containing up to 42.37 grams (1.36 ounces) per tonne gold and 80.1 grams (2.58 ounces) per tonne silver. These preliminary results are based on the first shipment of rock chip samples sent to the lab. These and subsequent results of the ongoing exploration work will assist in defining targets for the drill program which is now underway.
The Horseshoe Property is located about 12 kilometers south of the town of Stewart and consists of five contiguous staked claims composed of 52 units that cover approximately 1,400 hectares (3,460 acres).
Mr. Warner Gruenwald, chief geologist and principal of Geoquest Consulting Ltd, is the Qualified Person (QP) as defined by National Instrument 43-101.
About Enterayon, Inc.
Enterayon, Inc. engages in the exploration, acquisition, development, and mining of precious metal and other mineral properties. The company conducts various phases of mining, including early stage exploration, exploration drilling, development drilling, feasibility studies and permitting, construction, and operation of mining properties. Enterayon's wholly owned subsidiary, North Bay Resources, Inc., is a pure gold company whose mission is to generate 100% of its revenue from sales of gold.
This press release may contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbors created thereby. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Although Enterayon, Inc. believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any assumption could be inaccurate, and therefore, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion should not be regarded as a representation by Enterayon, Inc. or any other person that the objective and plans of Enterayon, Inc. will be achieved.
Contact: Enterayon, Inc. Perry Leopold (215) 661-1100 -- phone (215) 661-8959 -- fax ir*enterayon.com http://www.enterayon.com
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Management of Pet Ecology Brands, Inc. to Be Featured on Radio Broadcast Monday, July 24, 2006
Monday , July 24, 2006 09:00 ET
DALLAS, TX -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/24/06 -- Pet Ecology Brands Inc. (PINKSHEETS: PECB) -- www.petecology.com -- today announced that the Company will be featured on "The Truth About Stocks" with Paul Gozzo, a live internet talk show on the VoiceAmerica(TM) Business Channel (www.business.voiceamerica.com) to be aired on Monday, July 24, 2006 at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Pet Ecology's CEO, Ralph Steckel and Director of Marketing, Deborah Evans, will be discussing the reasons for the increased sales volumes that the Company has experienced in recent weeks in the domestic and international markets. They will also discuss the plans that the Company has for the remainder of the year, including potential product launches scheduled for the Fall of 2006.
"Truth About Stocks" is hosted by Paul Gozzo, President of Baxter Partners of Jupiter, Florida. The show will begin with a discussion of the specialty pet products industry, and why the industry seems unaffected by a general perceived slowing of the economy, with an invited analyst, followed by a discussion of the Company's recent activities
Mr. Steckel, in discussing the conference call, stated: "We are very excited with our recent results, and we believe that the Company is positioned for continued significant growth for the remainder of the year. We have a commitment to our shareholders, as well as the investment community, for maximum disclosure and communication, and for that reason, we believe a thorough discussion of our implementation of our business plan, financial results and projections, and our distributor and retailer network is called for at this time."
To access "The Truth About Stocks" with Paul Gozzo, log on at www.business.voiceamerica.com. Call in live with questions and comments at toll-free at 866-472-5790. Past episodes will be available in Paul Gozzo's Content Library on the VoiceAmerica(TM) Business Channel on demand and are pod cast ready.
About Pet Ecology Brands Inc.
Pet Ecology Brands, Inc. has developed a revolutionary patented cat litter that destroys urine odor, clumps, and is earth-friendly. Scientific Professional(TM) Cat Litter is ultra-lightweight and convenient to use (3lbs works like 21lbs of clay/sand based products); it is 100% flushable and safe for sewer and septic tank systems. It is completely safe for cats and our environment, and does not contain any sodium bentonite, as used in competing brands. The design helps to protect the landfills, and yet does everything that clay litters do... and more. It has the ability to help indicate certain diseases commonly occurring in cats. The technique used is similar to that found in Merck's Veterinarian Manual. However, this litter not only warns of possible illness, but may also help indicate how far along the illness may be by the color the litter changes to, thereby providing the pet owner significant additional benefits and an early warning system concerning the cat's health. Scoop-Lite® provides the same benefits as Scientific Professional Cat Litter without the sickness indicator.
Pet Ecology's K-9 Fat Free Dog Treats(TM) are the first fat free treats on the market that meet the standards of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and offer dog owners an effective means to provide their pets with a non-fat tasty treat. They are also cholesterol free and sodium free. According to U.S. News & World Report, "the number one health problem for dogs is obesity." Today, dogs are fed fat rich food and treats, and often get significantly less exercise than required to maintain an ideal weight and healthy condition. Overweight dogs are more prone to serious injury, skeletal stress, and the same complications that people experience with significant weight gain via fat rich diets, ranging from heart and lung problems, to skin and kidney diseases, to circulatory and immune system issues. Vit-A-Dog Fat Free Treats (soon to be available) are enriched with vitamins D & E, and will be available in chicken, beef and liver flavors.
Other products anticipated being launched by Pet Ecology Brands, Inc. in 2006 include the first fat free cat treat, a low sodium and low fat microwavable gourmet cat dinner; and two product line extensions for the Scientific Professional Cat Litter line to help indicate feline pregnancy and diabetes.
SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements, other than the statements of historical facts, may be deemed to contain forward-looking statements with respect to events, the occurrence of which involves risk and uncertainties, including, without limitation, demand and competition for the company's products and services, the availability to the company of adequate financing to support its anticipated activities, the ability of the company to generate cash flow from operations and the ability of the company to manage its operations. As statements regarding future events concern management's estimates of future results of operations, and as these estimates are based on many elements beyond management's control, differences from management's estimates may occur, and such differences may be material.
Investor Relations Contact: Gerald Kieft Ryan Audin Wall Street Resources, Inc. 2646 SW Mapp Road, Suite 303 Palm City, Florida 34990 772-219-7525 http://www.wallstreetresources.net
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ONEIDA, N.Y., July 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ 8:30:00 AM -- Oneida Ltd. (OTC: ONEI) announced today that testimony on its pre-negotiated Plan of Reorganization concluded Friday afternoon at its confirmation hearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York. Final arguments are scheduled for Tuesday, July 25. The company also said that the Letter of Intent to fund Oneida's Plan of Reorganization presented by D. E. Shaw Laminar Portfolios, L.L.C. and Xerion Capital Partners LLC expired Friday under its terms. Oneida's management and Board have made themselves available for continuing discussions. About Oneida Incorporated in 1880, Oneida Ltd. is one of the world's largest design, sourcing and distribution companies for stainless steel and silverplated flatware for both the consumer and foodservice industries. It is also the largest supplier of dinnerware to the foodservice industry in North America. Additional information about Oneidacan be found at http://www.oneida.com. Note on Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes forward-looking information and statements. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections. These expectations, estimates and projections are generally identifiable by statements containing words such as "expects," "believes," "estimates," "targets," "plans" or similar expressions. However, there are many risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, that could cause our actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information and statements made in this press release. For further information regarding risks and uncertainties associated with Oneida's business, please refer to the "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and "Risk Factors" sections of Oneida's SEC filings, including, but not limited to, its annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. SOURCE Oneida Ltd.
Contact Information: Richard A. Mahony of Gavin Anderson & Company, +1-212-515-1960
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SEATTLE, WA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/24/06 -- 8:18:00 AM Top executives of HQ Sustainable Maritime Industries, Inc. (HQ) (OTCBB: HQSM) will present the Company's new branding, marketing and distribution initiatives for its zero-toxin aquaculture products to members of the financial, business, and retail communities at an Open House on Wednesday, July 26, 2006, at the Company's new international headquarters in Melbourne Towers, 1511 Third Avenue, Suite 788, Seattle, Washington 98101.
The event -- taking place from 1-5 p.m. PT -- will include presentations by Norbert Sporns, CEO, and Trond Ringstad, Senior Vice President of Sales and Distribution. A buffet luncheon will feature tilapia fish dishes made with the Company's zero-toxin tilapia fish products that are completely free of hormones, antibiotics, heavy metals and other toxins and pollutants that are associated with ocean-raised seafood.
Aquaculture -- the farming of seafood products -- is the fastest growing sector of the U.S. agriculture industry, driven by the depletion and pollution of ocean catches and the rise in consumer demand for seafood. From 2000 to 2005, Tilapia has moved from the tenth most popular to the fourth most popular fish in the United States. Consumer sales have risen dramatically to $1.17 billion in 2005 and are expected to reach $10 billion by 2010.
HQ, whose revenues have doubled in the past year, has operations based in Hainan, China, and is China's leading producer of zero-toxin tilapia fish exports to the U.S. In recent months the Company has
-- moved its international headquarters to Seattle, -- launched a new zero-toxin consumer brand -- TiLoveYa® Tilapia -- addressing health-conscious consumer markets in the U.S. and Europe, -- acquired a major retail sales and distribution network headed by Trond Ringstad, to bring TiLoveYa to these rapidly expanding markets, and -- Secured pristine organic Tilapia production base to more than triple sales.
Mr. Sporns will explain the importance of sustainable, zero-toxin aquaculture and how HQ maintains total quality control through its unique vertically integrated operations, from feed to market.
Mr. Ringstad will discuss the significance of the new zero-toxin consumer brand "TiLoveYa®" and the extraordinary reception it is generating with major customers including large national retail chains.
About HQ Sustainable Maritime Industries Inc.
HQ Sustainable Maritime Industries Inc. is an integrated aquaculture and aquatic product processing company, with operations based in the environmentally pristine island province of Hainan, in the South China Sea. HQ practices cooperative sustainable aquaculture, using nutraceutically enriched feeds and conducting fish processing and sales. The company is dedicated to sustainable zero-toxin methods giving its customers the purest products possible. The Company holds HACCP certification from the U.S. FDA and the EU Code assignment of quality, permitting its products to be sold in these international markets. It has recently acquired a nutraceuticals and health products company, which is HACCP certified, and produces and sells products subject to stringent laboratory tests certified by the China Ministry of Health. This plant produces nutraceuticals, which enrich feed used by HQ's cooperative aquaculture operations. In addition to headquarters in Seattle and operational offices based in Haikou, Hainan, HQ has offices in Hong Kong, Beijing, and Shanghai. (http://www.hqfish.com).
Certain statements in this press release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "future," "may," "will," "would," "should," "plan," "projected," "intend," and similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements, involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of HQ Sustainable Maritime Industries, Inc. (the Company) to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The Company's future operating results are dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to the Company's ability to: (i) obtain sufficient capital or a strategic business arrangement to fund its expansion plans; (ii) build the management and human resources and infrastructure necessary to support the growth of its business; (iii) competitive factors and developments beyond the Company's control; and (iv) other risk factors discussed in the Company's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available for review at www.sec.gov under "Search for Company Filings."
Consulting For Strategic Growth I, Ltd. ("CFSG") provides HQ Sustainable Maritime Industries, Inc.(HQ) with consulting, business advisory, investor relations, public relations and corporate development services, for which CFSG receives a fixed monthly fee for the duration of the agreement. Independent of CFSG's receipt of cash compensation from HQ, CFSG may choose to purchase the common stock of the company and thereafter sell those shares at any time it deems appropriate to do so.
CONTACTS: Trond Ringstad Executive Vice-President Sales and Distribution HQ Sustainable Maritime Industries Tel: 206-621-9888 Fax: 206-621-0318 Email: Email Contact
Stanley Wunderlich Chief Executive Officer Consulting for Strategic Growth 1 Tel: 800-625-2236 Fax: 212-337-8089 Email: Email Contact
Daniel Stepanek Media Relations Consulting for Strategic Growth 1 Tel: 212-896-1202 Fax: 212-697-0910 Email: Email Contact
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SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2006--8:00:01 AM Asante Networks Inc. (OTC:ASTN) today announced the release of the FriendlyNET(R) FR204 Series of Internet routers for home and small business users. Bina Patel, VP of Sales and Marketing commented, "The FR204's routing engine is based on a custom system-on-a-chip (SOC) that delivers substantially greater network throughput than conventional designs. Utilizing Internet port, Asante's router easily outruns standard routers. As network connections get faster, the FR204 Series has the extra headroom to move larger files more quickly. In addition, this will enhance our business by having the full line to fulfill our customers need. Asante will soon be a complete wired and wireless communication solutions provider for homes and small businesses. "
Advanced Network Security
Built from the ground up to provide multiple levels of security, the FR204 is designed around a natural firewall that protects local computers from outside intruders. The security-hardened router is the only IP network address exposed to the outside elements. A new Secure Packet Inspection (SPI) feature provides even greater security by filtering both incoming and outgoing data packets running through the router.
Designed for Homes and Small Businesses
The FriendlyNET FR204 is engineered around a sophisticated single-chip silicon switching engine. With support for a high-speed 10/100 Internet port, four 10/100 LAN ports, wireless access point (FR204G), this feature-rich router family provides everything a home or small business needs to power its network. For home users starting their first network, the FR204 provides simplified installation and configuration instructions. No drivers or specialized start-up utilities are required. Just log in to the router, choose a WAN connection type, and answer a few brief, context-sensitive configuration questions. Most users can begin using their routers in just a few minutes. Advanced users will appreciate the FR204 router's simplified settings for popular applications, Universal Plug-and-Play support for Windows XP, and easy Macintosh support. Users upgrading from a 2-node network will especially appreciate the router's Auto-Uplink(TM) feature that supports both standard and crossover cables.
Maximum Wireless Performance
The FriendlyNET FR204G adds a wireless access point (WAP) that is 802.11 b/g compliant. The router continuously evaluates and selects the best signal path for transmitting and receiving data. The router's standard mini-connectors support a wide range of third-party antennas.
Availability
Available in Q4 06.
About Asante Networks Inc.
Asante, based in San Jose, CA, is a leading provider of networking solutions for the small-medium business (SMB) market. Asante designs, markets, and sells a full line of networking solutions that provides high-performance, reliable, and value-based solutions. The company's IntraCore(R) and FriendlyNET(R) product families offer a full breadth of products - from the edge to the core of networks that integrate voice, data, and video over wireless and wired networks with unified management and authentication. Asante Networks is a subsidiary of TechnoConcepts Inc. (OTCBB:TCPS), a fabless semiconductor company specializing in wireless communications and networks. For additional information, visit www.asante.com or call 800-662-9686.
Forward-looking statements in this release do not constitute guarantees of future performance. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. Such statements may relate, among other things, to the anticipated availability of products, the expected financial and operating results, the expected acceptance of the company's products, the usefulness and benefits of the company's products generally and the acceptance of the company's technological solutions and its ability to achieve its goals, plans and objectives. The risks and uncertainties that may affect forward-looking statements include among others: difficulties in designing and developing new products, difficulties providing solutions that meet the needs of customers, difficulty in relationships with vendors and partners, difficulty in introducing products in the marketplace and gaining acceptance of the same, difficulty gaining necessary governmental approvals, difficulty facing the intense competition present in the wireless communications industry, the company's limited operating history, its inexperience in operating internationally, and difficulty managing rapid growth. For a more detailed discussion of the risks and uncertainties of Asante's TechnoConcepts' business, please refer to the TechnoConcepts' Annual Report on Form 10K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2005, filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, and as may subsequently be amended. The companies assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this press release or with respect to the announcements described herein.
KEYWORD: NORTH AMERICA CALIFORNIA UNITED STATES INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TECHNOLOGY HARDWARE INTERNET NETWORKS PRODUCT/SERVICE SOURCE: Asante Networks Inc.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Martin E. Janis & Co., Inc. Amy Ruffalo, 312-943-1100, ext. 15 aruffalo*janispr.com
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VIENNA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2006-- 9:03:00 AM
Medical Staffing Solutions, Inc. (OTCBB:MSSI), an established provider of medical personnel, technology services and homeland security products to government and commercial clients, is pleased to announce that Irwin Army Community Hospital in Fort Riley, Kansas has exercised an additional option year with MSSI, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, TeleScience International, Inc. Under the terms of the original agreement signed in February 2006, MSSI was responsible for providing Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistant staffing services to the 250-bed army hospital at Fort Riley. The original contract was a 6-month term with the option to extend the agreement up to an additional 4 years. The Fort Riley based hospital has once again chosen TeleScience as its staffing services provider, and exercised an extra option year extending the contract from 10/1/06 through 9/30/07. Upon full execution, it is anticipated that the contract will generate nearly $1 million in revenue. Medical Staffing Solutions Chairman and CEO, Dr. BB Sahay, stated, "This contract extension is a win-win situation for MSSI. Not only does it demonstrate our ability to successfully pursue and acquire lucrative contracts in the public sector, but it also clearly demonstrates our ability to succeed and excel as the premier provider of medical staffing services." Dr. Sahay further stated, "This contract has already generated significant revenues for MSSI, and will continue to do so as a direct result of this latest extension. Furthermore, a renewal such as this one will give MSSI even more credibility when pursuing future government contracts." For all future Medical Staffing Solutions investor relations needs, investors are asked to visit the Medical Staffing Solutions IR Hub at http://www.agoracom.com/IR/MedicalStaffing where they can post questions and receive answers within the same day, or simply review questions and answers posted by other investors. Alternatively, investors are able to e-mail all questions and correspondence to MSSI*agoracom.com where they can also request addition to the investor e-mail list to receive all future press releases and updates in real time.
In operation since 1992, MSSI-TeleScience International, Inc. is a provider of long-term medical personnel, homeland security and technology services to federal, state and local government agencies and to the private sector. The company's Medical Services Division has operations in 22 states servicing hospital and medical facilities with a complete range of medical staff, including doctors, nurses and technicians. The company holds multiple long-term contracts, including those with the U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the state of California. The company's Technology Division provides systems integration and information technology services to the federal government, as well as emergency equipment, decontamination products, vehicles and supplies to state and local governments. MSSI-TeleScience International currently has over 200 employees and continues to grow its staff and contracts.
Nurses Onsite is a provider of nurse staffing services to acute care facilities nationwide. The company operates a network of 13 staffing locations in 9 states, serving over 200 hospitals. These locations primarily focus on placing per diem nurses on an "as needed" basis to hospitals facing a critical shortage of staff nurses. Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, Nurses Onsite employs over 1,200 nurses and 30 executive, management and administrative staff. Having grown organically since inception in 2002, the company has been invited into new markets by some of the nation's largest hospital chains because of its cost efficient streamlined delivery model. Nurses Onsite plans to expand services rapidly by leveraging its recruiting technology in the recently launched National Recruiting Center.
Irwin Army Community Hospital is a 250-bed army hospital at Fort Riley. It offers acute care, chronic care, and high quality health maintenance to soldiers, families and retirees of Fort Riley and the surrounding community. The present facility was dedicated to the public for service on February 7, 1958 and named Irwin Army Hospital in honor of Brigadier General Bernard John Dowling Irwin. The hospital has three primary care clinics for family practice, pediatrics and internal medicine. Besides, its offers OB/GYN, physical therapy, preventive medicine and pharmacy. Legal Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements: "Forward-looking statements" as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 may be included in this news release. These statements relate to future events or our future financial performance. These statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual future results or events. MSSI-TeleScience disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. There are important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, risks associated with changes in general economic and business conditions (including in the information technology and financial information industry), actions of our competitors, the extent to which we are able to develop new services and markets for our services, the time and expense involved in such development activities, the level of demand, market acceptance of our services and changes in our business strategies.
KEYWORD: NORTH AMERICA KANSAS VIRGINIA UNITED STATES INDUSTRY KEYWORD: GOVERNMENT FEDERAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HUMAN RESOURCES CONTRACT/AGREEMENT SOURCE: Medical Staffing Solutions, Inc.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Medical Staffing Solutions, Inc. Press: Reeba Magulick, 703-641-8890 or Investor Relations: AGORACOM Investor Relations http://www.agoracom.com/IR/MedicalStaffing MSSI*Agoracom.com
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MDSC .13 Infotonics/Mediscience Announce Memorandum of Understanding Business Wire - July 24, 2006 9:01 AM (EDT)
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Jul 24, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- MEDISCIENCE-TECH (OTCBB:MDSC) and Infotonics Research announced the execution of their Memorandum of Understanding defining Infotonics' agreed role and responsibilities in the development and commercialization of the Mediscience Optical Biopsy Pill. The parties expression of understanding is to commercialize the optical biopsy pill through the formation of a "Newco" subsidiary of Mediscience. Infotonics' responsibilities in support of Newco include the following:
1. Overall leadership responsibility for the project team to deliver a manufacturable, commercial prototype product that meets agreed upon cost, schedule and product performance requirements, ready for FDA trials.
2. Assist Mediscience to identify and recruit a qualified management team for "Newco" including a qualified and approved CEO candidate.
3. Develop performance specifications for the Optical Biopsy Ingestible Photonic pill based on market requirements.
4. Provide "Newco" management team with office space at the Infotonics Center to work closely with the commercialization team to expedite the project.
5. Develop high volume production concept including capital cost and schedule to install and start up a factory to produce Optical Biopsy Ingestible Photonic Pills at a competitive UMC.
6. Work with Mediscience/"Newco" to negotiate financial investments and tax incentives from NY State to locate a factory facility at Infotonics site.
7. Work with Mediscience/"Newco" to diligently apply for competitive grant funding to supplement prior grants, venture capital investment and accelerate the commercialization project.
8. All Infotonics IP and related licenses that result from R&D funded by MTC will be owned by MTC with a non-exclusive, world-wide royalty-tree license back to Infotonics for fields or use other than medical.
9. "Newco" to have a right of first refusal to commercialize novel, non-medical applications of optical pill-like products that may be developed by Infotonics with its non-exclusive, world-wide royalty-free license to apply the technology in other fields of use, subject to approval by a third party should the third party be funding the R&D.
Mediscience CEO Peter Katevatis Esq. stated "This project will enhance Mediscience proprietary non-invasive imaging technology for molecular detection of cancer and physiological change and the Company's desire to use the net proceeds of the proposed $5 to $10M Firm Offering to fund commercialization of its platform IP Optical Biopsy Pill technology to its initial FDA application as it also begins to initiate its FDA approved CD-R pilot clinical trials for a cervical diagnostic application adjunct to Pap. The relationship with equity partner Infotonics is a synergistic and strategic fit leveraging Infotonics nano-technology capabilities and resources to provide Mediscience with an exceptional state of the art advantage, over competitor's Given-Olympus imaging approach." (see below Syracuse May 24, 2006 and CityGroup Oct -1-2004 Reports)
Infotonics Technology Center Inc.
(Infotonics) is a consortium whose founding participants include Corning, Inc., Eastman Kodak Company, and Xerox Corporation, a not-for-profit corporation that operates New York State's Center of Excellence in Photonics and Microsystems.
About Mediscience Technology Corp.
Mediscience Technology Corporation and subsidiaries are engaged in the design, development and commercialization of medical devices that detect cancer and physiological change using frequencies of light that are emitted, scattered and absorbed to distinguish malignant, precancerous, or benign tissues from normal tissues. Mediscience's exclusive protected non-invasive technology combines the advantages of real-time results with enhanced diagnostic sensitivity and specificity compared with other methods of cancer detection.
Investor Notice
Certain of the matters discussed in this announcement contain forward-looking statements that involve material risks and uncertainties including market conditions and FDA filings and/or approvals, which are required before the Camera Pill or the CD Ratiometer can be sold or licensed for use in the United States. This press release is intended to comply with Rule 135c promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933. (Submitted in full compliance with sections 8-K 1.01 and 2.01 re: "materiality" as applicable and in fulfillment of SEC Section 6, 6.01 Regulation (FD) Full Disclosure, and Section 7 and 7.0 as well as all applicable and presently effective Sarbanes-Oxley disclosure requirements under Regulation G.
8-K filing dated July 24, 2006
8-K filing Syracuse Univ. May 24, 2006 72 Pg Report
CityGroup/Smith Barney Report 10-1-2004 by Peter Bye. Page 20 (MTC-Infotonics).
New England Journal of Medicine 7-29-04 (general results of developing capsule endoscopic technology)
SOURCE: Mediscience Technology Corp.
Mediscience Technology Corp. Peter Katevatis Esq., 215-485-0362 metpk*aol.com or Infotonics David R. Smith, 585-919-3001 david.r.smith*infotonics.org
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CytoCore, Inc. Announces New Cancer Screening and Treatment System On The Horizon Business Wire - July 24, 2006 8:54 AM (EDT)
CHICAGO, Jul 24, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- CytoCore,Inc. (OTCBB:MCDG), a biomolecular diagnostics screening company committed to bringing new cancer solutions to the market, has announced the development of a new screening and treatment system. CytoCore has developed the InPath(TM) System, a cervical/uterine cancer screening and treatment system that will provide a rapid-answer and reassurance to women who test negative, and will equip physicians with the ability to advise additional treatment in cases of a positive suspected result.
CytoCore has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to sell the first of the company's products from the InPath(TM) System, the e2 Collector. The e2 Collector is designed to improve the consistency and thoroughness of cell collection for the Pap test, which is currently subject to significant variability based on the physician's collection technique using the spatula and brush. Unlike the current cell collection method for the Pap test, which involves scraping parts of the cervix to obtain cell samples, the e2 Collector uses a touch method to gather cells on the "sticky" surface of a balloon which is inflated against cervix and into the cervical canal to capture cells from all the at risk surface areas of the cervix. The consistency and improvement of cell collection will provide a significant increase in the accuracy of the Pap test. The e2 Collector is targeted to be ready for initial production and sales by the end of the year. Testing will begin on the additional InPath(TM) System products in the fall.
About CytoCore, Inc.:
CytoCore develops cost-effective cancer screening systems, which can be utilized in a laboratory or at the point-of-care, to assist in the early detection of cervical, and endometrial cancers. The InPath(TM) System is being developed to provide medical practitioners with a highly accurate, low-cost, cervical cancer screening and treatment system that can be integrated into existing medical models or at the point-of-care. More information is available at: http://www.Molecular-Dx.com.
Certain statements in this release are forward-looking. These statements are based on CytoCore's current expectations and involve many risks and uncertainties, such as the company's inability to obtain sufficient financing, the possibility that clinical trials will not substantiate CytoCore's expectations with respect to the InPath(TM) System, and other factors set forth in reports and documents filed by CytoCore with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ materially from CytoCore's current expectation depending upon a number of factors affecting the Company's business. These factors include, among others, risks and uncertainties detailed in the Company's periodic public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2005. Except as expressly required by law, CytoCore undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements contained herein.
SOURCE: CytoCore, Inc.
MMI Associates, Inc. Patty Briguglio, 919-233-6600 patty*mmimarketing.com or Director of Communications Gene Martineau, 212-348-1852 ebm*interport.net
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Migo Software Signs Agreement With TSR Storage; Migo Forms an OEM Partnership With TSR Storage for Hard Disk Drive Products Business Wire - July 24, 2006 9:01 AM (EDT)
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Jul 24, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Migo Software (OTCBB:PWHT) today announced the signing of a distribution and marketing agreement with TSR Storage (TSR), a leader of innovative system solutions for wide-range storage products. The agreement enables TSR to combine the Company's award-winning Migo(R) mobile computing software with its leading-edge hard drives, which TSR offers to system integrators, distributors and OEM/ODM customers worldwide.
Under the terms of the agreement, Migo Software will develop and adapt its Migo mobile computing synchronization and security software to run on specified TSR hard drives, and TSR will promote and market those Migo-branded products through its sales force in the US, Canada, China, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand.
Commenting on the partnership, Kent Heyman, CEO of Migo Software, said, "Migo Software is pleased to join forces with TSR Storage. The combination of our innovative Migo software and TSR's leading-edge complete storage solutions will deliver a very useful tool to customers seeking secure, effective and easy to use mobile computing solutions."
"TSR Storage prides itself in offering its customers creative, practical solutions to their computing needs," stated Patrick Chan, CEO TSR Storage. "We evaluated several different mobile computing software solutions and found Migo to be the best software available on the market. By joining forces with Migo Software, we can now offer the ultimate in secure mobile storage solutions to our customers around the world."
About TSR Storage
Based in New York City, TSR Storage (http://www.tsrusa.com/tsrstorage/abtus.htm) designs and manufactures complete storage solutions, offering leading-edge technology to system integrators, distributors and OEM/ODM customers worldwide.
About Migo Software
Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, Migo Software, a trade name of PowerHouse Technologies Group, Inc., is a global provider of mobile computing software. With its patent-pending technology, the Company's award-winning Migo(R) mobile computing software increases business and personal computing portability, offering an information management solution for systems running Microsoft(R) Windows and Outlook email.
Migo Software's website (www.migosoftware.com) provides additional information on the full line of Migo mobile computing products. For further information on this press release, please contact David Wainwright at dwainwright*migosoftware.com or 847.884.8656.
NOTE: Migo(R) is a registered trademark of PowerHouse Technologies Group, Inc., dba Migo Software. All other company and product names mentioned may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders and are used for identification purposes only.
Under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, statements in this press release that are not historical facts, including those statements that refer to Migo Software's plans, prospects, expectations, strategies, intentions, hopes and beliefs and the expected benefits of the use of Migo Software products are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts and are only estimates or predictions. Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a result of risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. These risks include, but are not limited to, risks related to: the effect of global economic conditions in general and conditions in the Company's industry and target markets in particular; shifts in supply and demand; commercialization and technological difficulties; capacity and supply constraints including dependence on flash component suppliers; changes in the Company's and its customers' inventory levels and in inventory valuations; timely product and technology development/upgrades and the ability to manage changes in market conditions as needed; market acceptance of new products and continuing product demand; the impact of competitive products and pricing on the Company's and its customers' products and markets; development, release and sales of new products by strategic suppliers and customers; and development and growth of anticipated markets for the Company's and its customers' products. Any forward-looking statements are based on information available to the company today and the company undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of future events, new information, or otherwise. Reference to the Company's website above does not constitute incorporation of any of the information thereon into this press release.
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AXcess News: Next-Gen Nuclear Power Pushing Up Uranium Demand Business Wire - July 24, 2006 9:01 AM (EDT)
HOUSTON, Jul 24, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- After President Bush's G8 Summit meeting in St. Petersburg, Russia, National Security Advisor Steve Hadley told reporters on Capitol Hill that Russia and China were welcomed as members of the international project on the development of fourth-generation nuclear reactors, or the Generation IV International Forum (GIF).
The GIF is an 11-member nuclear energy research and development consortium established in January 2000 to develop innovative nuclear energy system concepts to meet future energy challenges. GIF members include Argentina, Brazil, Canada, France, Japan, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and the U.S., with the OECD-Nuclear Energy Agency and the IAEA as permanent observers.
The high price of oil and world cooperation in the development of nuclear power plants is resurrecting global demand for raw materials to power nuclear reactors worldwide.
The current uranium spot price is around $45/lb, which is a 27% increase year-to-date, reports Australia's Resource Capital Research (RCR). This is forecast to reach $54/lb later this year - an increase of 20% over the current spot price - and $60/lb by May next year, which is an increase of 33% on the current spot price.
RCR said that around 180 new nuclear-power reactors are proposed or planned worldwide. This compares with 441 nuclear-power reactors currently in operation.
SXR Uranium One Inc. of Toronto, Canada, announced recently that it has agreed to pay Rio Tinto Energy America $110 million for the Sweetwater mill and related uranium properties in the Green Mountain Wyoming area.
Neal Froneman, CEO of Uranium One, noted competition for U3O8 is becoming more intense worldwide as demand increases.
"Against this backdrop, secure sources of supply and milling capacity in the United States will become increasingly attractive to U.S. utilities," he said.
New York-based Golden Patriot, Corp. (OTCBB:GPTC) recently announced that it received Government and State approval for a 20 hole drill program on the past producing Lucky Boy Uranium Mine in Gila County, Arizona. The Luck Boy uranium mine was one of the first to ever go into production in Arizona and at current prices, the company is very optimistic toward its future development.
Brad Rudman, President of Golden Patriot said, "The Lucky Boy is one of our most prized possessions and holds the largest growth potential both short and long term."
While Rudman would not comment, the exploration company may be seeking participation in the Lucky Boy's development. The company said Thursday that it finalized an agreement with a drilling contractor to begin work at the Luck Boy mine.
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China Wireless Shareholder Update: Company Is Current in Its SEC Filings and Traded on OTCBB PR Newswire - July 24, 2006 9:01 AM (EDT)
DENVER, July 24, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- PRNewswire -- China Wireless Communications, Inc., (OTC Bulletin Board: CWLC), would like to inform all of its Shareholders, Market Makers, and the general investment community that the Company is current and fully compliant with its financial filings as required by the Securities and Exchange Commission. A copy of our latest Form 10QSB for the Quarter ending March 31, 2006 can be accessed at: http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1125280/000094935306000370/f10ksb- amd1_china.txt. The Company is listed on the OTCBB under the symbol "CWLC".
About China Wireless Communications, Inc.
China Wireless Communications, Inc., headquartered in Denver, CO, is focusing its efforts on becoming a premier information technology company in China. The company provides business solutions to clients which include systems integration, broadband data services, support for Internet access and Voice over IP in China. Key components to building the company's broad base information technology products and services in China include computer installation and maintenance, broadband transport service, server installation maintenance and support, internet services, broadband transport redundancy, fixed wireless transport and information hosting.
Forward Looking Statements:
Statements regarding financial matters in this press release other than historical facts are "forward-looking statements". The company intends that such statements about the Company's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, and all other forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbors created thereby. Since these statements (future operational results and sales) involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time, the Company's actual results may differ materially from the expected results.
CONTACT: Michael Bowden Chief Operations Officer China Wireless Communications, Inc. www.chinawirelesscommunications.com 303.277.9968 Office
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XsunX Provides Mid-Year Update to Business and Product Development Initiatives Monday July 24, 6:13 am ET
ALISO VIEJO, Calif., July 24, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- XsunX, Inc. (OTC BB:XSNX.OB - News), provider of technologies for solar energy infrastructure and developer of Power Glass(tm), an innovative thin-film solar technology that is intended to allow glass windows to produce electricity from the power of the sun, provides a mid-year update on product and business development initiatives.
ADVERTISEMENT click here ``XsunX entered 2006 with the momentum of having secured the capital to execute our plan of operations and an expanded technology portfolio,'' commented Mr. Tom Djokovich, XsunX's CEO. ``Key elements to our plan this year included leveraging new patent pending thin film designs and launching the development of what we believe may soon offer the solar markets an alternative to crystalline wafer technologies. In addition to the launch of new product types, we began building our first base line production system, developing a world class technology marketing facility in Golden, CO, and adding to executive and general staff to help build and manage infrastructure and marketing efforts as we transition from pure R&D into sales. We have been very busy this year working to deliver our shareholders marketable products and revenues,'' concluded Djokovich.
In January, the Company launched a development initiative to commercialize a patent pending 4 terminal solar cell design. The design employs thin film transparent cell technology, derived from the Company's Power Glass initiative, with that of a nano-crystalline solar cell. XsunX believes that the combination of these two technologies into a single device holds a promising opportunity to deliver low cost, high efficiency, flexible and light weight solar cells. Upon completion in 2007, XsunX plans to market this proprietary technology as an alternative to the use of lower efficiency multi-junction thin films and the more costly multi-crystalline solutions.
Also in January, XsunX began the construction of its first base line production system for the manufacture of its thin film solar cell designs. Incorporating the Company's hybrid processing system, the design combines the scalability of reel-to-reel processing and the use of flexible rolled substrates, with the exact processing capabilities of cluster tool vacuum deposition systems. Designed as a first system for use in hands on marketing of the Company's thin film technologies, the system's modular configuration also provides adaptability for the manufacture of a host of solar device types. Ideally suited for use in the manufacture of amorphous and other thin film type solar cells, XsunX hopes to enjoy broad market acceptance with these systems as thin film technologies continue to gain increased market acceptance.
Another milestone for the Company was its launch of marketing efforts in April. In a welcomed presentation to the National Energy Marketers Association at their national energy restructuring conference, XsunX presented the benefits of its thin-film solar and hybrid manufacturing technologies for use in the development and delivery of an array of new power sources. With the launch of marketing and business development efforts, the Company began receiving licensing inquires from manufacturers looking to capitalize on double digit growth predictions for the thin films markets. Responding to these requests, the Company is actively working to negotiate licensing opportunities representing manufacturing capacities ranging from 1 to more than 100 megawatts of annual production.
In May, the Company began building a product development and marketing facility to support its expanding business development efforts. Upon completion, this new facility will allow XsunX to provide hands on demonstrations of its technologies which the Company anticipates will help shorten the sales cycle for these multi-million dollar systems.
Finally, in June, XsunX began working to identify and secure government grants for the development of building integrated photovoltaics or ``BIPV.'' The BIPV market segment is the focus of the Company's Power Glass thin film technology. Ideally suited for use on the glass facades of modern high rise buildings, the Company hopes to leverage government sponsored initiatives and product development partners from the glazing industry to commercialize its Power Glass semi-transparent thin films.
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NASA Scientists Conquer Einstein Equations With Help From Columbia Supercomputer PR Newswire - July 24, 2006 9:01 AM (EDT)
Powered by SGI Altix, Researchers Simulate Merger of Black Holes, Shedding Light on the Most Powerful Event in the Universe
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., July 24, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- For 90 years, physicists have tried to solve the equations that constitute Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity -- the concept that matter, space and time are intertwined. But some of Einstein's abstract equations have proven too complicated to reliably calculate using traditional computer software and hardware.
Until now, that is. Thanks to the ingenuity of NASA scientists and powerful computer technology from Silicon Graphics, Inc. (OTC: SGID), that list of incalculable problems is growing shorter.
Recently, physicists at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center successfully simulated the merger of two massive, orbiting black holes -- an achievement that has eluded physicists for decades. Relying on Columbia, NASA's record- setting supercomputer built from 20 SGI(R) Altix(R) systems, the Goddard team was able to simulate how colliding black holes will throw off gravitational waves that ripple throughout the fabric of the universe.
Variations on 24 equations based on Einstein's relativity theory helped create the simulation of colliding black holes with equal mass -- an event whose effects can continue for years. The black hole calculation stands out as the largest astrophysical "single run" ever performed on a NASA computer -- the equivalent of 18 years of CPU time devoted to a single problem.
"These mergers are by far the most powerful events occurring in the universe, with each one generating more energy than all of the stars in the universe combined," said Joan Centrella, head of the Gravitational Astrophysics Laboratory at Goddard. "By combining our latest codes with the tremendous computing power of Columbia, we now have realistic simulations that will help guide gravitational wave detectors coming online."
To run the simulations on Columbia, Goddard physicists developed sophisticated software called Hahndol, an English representation of the Korean word for "one stone" -- or in German, "ein stein."
The Goddard team scaled its Hahndol code across up to 2,032 processors on Columbia -- just one-fifth of the massive system's total processor count. By linking four, 512-processor Altix systems via the high-speed SGI(R) NUMAlink(TM) interconnect, NASA enabled the scientists to access all of the processors' memory at once. The project, begun some 18 months ago, has required millions of CPU hours. Individual calculations involved hundreds of Gigabytes of information.
According to John Baker, NASA astrophysicist and one of the project leaders at NASA Goddard, calculating some of Einstein's more involved equations had proven elusive because representing the three-dimensional fabric of the universe is enormously complex, and simulating its behaviors grows increasingly complicated. Previous calculations relying on software that was less sophisticated than Hahndol would, before long, render results that were obviously inaccurate.
"You can picture the simulation taking place on a kind of 3D graph paper with hundreds of points, and we'll calculate 80 variables for each point," said Baker. "If the coordinates aren't accurate, things go awry very quickly."
NASA pursued the simulations because gravitational waves are notoriously difficult to detect and measure. By successfully simulating the waves, the Goddard researchers are assisting another NASA project: the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA). Made up of three spacecraft flying just more than 3 million miles apart in an equilateral triangle, the LISA project will carry extraordinarily precise instruments to track one another and -- more importantly -- to detect if a gravitational wave passes between them. The sensitive instruments will recognize even the slightest force caused by a passing wave. For instance, if the laser that connects two LISA spacecraft is nudged as little as the width of an atom, the system will detect it.
The long-term project should help NASA scientists learn more about how black holes merge and how dying stars are consumed by black holes.
In the simulation created jointly by NASA Goddard and scientists at NASA Ames Research Center, the black holes seen merging are roughly 4 million times the mass of the sun. An animation of the simulation, created by Chris Henze, senior research scientist at NASA Advanced Supercomputing Division, can be viewed at http://www.nasa.gov/centers/goddard/universe/gwave.html . The 29- second animation of circling black holes illustrates the final stage of a rapidly accelerating process. Though the entire merger process occurs over hundreds of millions of years, the last stage is over in only minutes.
"The work of the Goddard scientists is significant," said Henze, who rendered the simulation that was computed on Columbia across 10 nodes of one of NASA Ames' two HyperWall displays. "These are very difficult problems. People have been working on them for decades."
Rated No. 4 on the Top 500 list of the world's most powerful computers, the Columbia supercomputer is built from 20 SGI(R) Altix(R) systems, each powered by 512 Intel(R) Itanium(R) 2 processors, and has revolutionized the rate of scientific discovery at NASA. For instance, on NASA's previous supercomputers, simulations showing five years worth of changes in ocean temperatures and sea levels were taking a year to model. But using a single SGI Altix system, scientists can simulate decades of ocean circulation in just days, while producing simulations in greater detail than ever before. And the time required to assess flight characteristics of an aircraft design, which involves thousands of complex calculations, dropped from years to a single day.
Recently, NASA added 600TB of SGI(R) InfiniteStorage 6700 storage capacity to the 10,240-processor Columbia system, and acquired a new 4Gbit infrastructure to optimize data management with SGI(R) InfiniteStorage Shared Filesystem CXFS(TM). Originally outfitted with 440TB of storage, NASA's Columbia supercomputer required additional storage capacity to accommodate the massive data management, access and retrieval demands of its broad user base.
The SGI Altix family leverages the built-in SGI NUMAlink interconnect fabric, which allows global addressing of all memory in the system and delivers data up to 200 times faster than conventional interconnects. For the first time, more complex data sets and complete workflows can be driven entirely out of memory, enabling productivity breakthroughs that traditional Linux clusters or repurposed UNIX(R) servers can't achieve. Altix systems offer breakthrough flexibility and configurability, scaling to up to 512 processors per node. Based on a 64-bit Linux(R) operating environment, the Altix family is uniquely capable of independently scaling Intel(R) Itanium(R) 2 processors, shared memory and/or I/O on a single, standard chassis with different expansion modules, providing optimal resource usage for demanding technical applications.
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SGI, also known as Silicon Graphics, Inc., is a leader in high-performance computing. SGI helps customers solve their computing challenges, whether it's sharing images to aid in brain surgery, designing and manufacturing safer and more efficient cars and airplanes, studying global climate, providing technologies for homeland security and defense, enabling the transition from analog to digital broadcasting, or helping enterprises manage large data. With offices worldwide, the company is headquartered in Mountain View, Calif., and can be found on the Web at www.sgi.com.
NOTE: Silicon Graphics, SGI, Altix, the SGI cube and the SGI logo are registered trademarks and CXFS, NUMAlink and The Source of Innovation and Discovery are trademarks of Silicon Graphics, Inc., in the United States and/or other countries worldwide. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in several countries. Intel and Itanium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. UNIX a registered trademark of The Open Group in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
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Aventura Announces Signed Letters of Intent on California Resort Purchase Market Wire - July 24, 2006 9:08 AM (EDT)
BELLEVUE, WA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- Jul 24, 2006 -- Aventura Resorts Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AVTJ), a developer of upscale motorcoach resorts, announced today that to serve the significant southern California market, Aventura has exchanged signed Letters of Intent to purchase one of the largest Southern California RV resort facilities.
Located close to some 8.5 million people, the existing resort will be substantially upgraded in a planned $12 million dollar Aventura enhancement program.
Improvement plans for the acquired resort include the addition of vineyards, canals, sunset patio, Pavilions and other unique features. This planned Aventura Resort is within less than a 90 minute drive from the California coast, in one of the state's most-visited recreational areas.
Aventura Resorts Inc. CEO Gerald Gawne announced the Letters of Intent signatures today, saying: "This first resort puts Aventura in the big leagues of upscale RV Country Clubs."
Aventura President Jerry Smith commented: "We expect a closing very quickly on this important acquisition. It is a great start for the Aventura brand."
About Aventura Resorts, Inc.
Aventura Resorts meets the needs of today's growing RV market through the design, planning, development and management of its upscale ownership resorts. The company markets fee-simple, deeded lots in a controlled density resort with amenities designed for the lifestyle needs of today's motorcoach owner. Aventura's focus is on the Sunbelt states with future expansion planned for Mexico and the west coast.
For more information, contact Robert Sumner Vice President Aventura Resorts 425-462-5656 bobsumner*goaventura.com or visit Aventura's website: www.goaventura.com
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Innova Holdings Announces That Matilda and Marv Unmanned Robotic Vehicles (UGV) Successfully Completed Response Robot Evaluation Exercise
Monday , July 24, 2006 09:24 ET
FORT MYERS, FL -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/24/06 -- Innova Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: IVHG), a robotics technology firm providing software and hardware systems to the service, personal, and industrial robotic markets, announced today that the unmanned robotic ground vehicles Matilda and Marv, sold exclusively through the Innova Robotics subsidiary, participated in the Response Robot Evaluation Exercise conducted by NIST, from April 4 through April 6, 2006 at Disaster City, FEMA's Texas Task Force 1 training facility.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through the Science and Technology Directorate Standards Program, is developing performance standards for robots intended to be used in urban search and rescue (US&R) missions. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is leading this effort with collaboration from experts within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), US&R Task Forces and other response organizations, along with robot manufacturers and researchers. In April 2006, NIST sponsored an emergency response robot evaluation exercise at Disaster City® in College Station, Texas to assess their ability to perform US&R tasks successfully. Disaster City is a 52-acre training facility created by the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX), a member of the Texas A&M System, that features full-scale, collapsible structures designed to simulate various levels of disaster and wreckage that can be customized for the specific training exercise. Disaster City is considered by many to be the most comprehensive emergency response training facility available.
Because of the complex and dynamic nature of urban search and rescue missions, and the diverse and evolving technologies present within today's robotic systems, it is important to define performance requirements and the test methods to assess specific operational capabilities for robots applied to search and rescue missions. NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) invited Matilda and Marv to participate, which involved working with emergency responders within actual responder scenarios.
The robots, equipped with a 300x zoom color camera and a night vision camera for "eyes," sensors for "hearing," and a robotic arm and gripper for "reaching," were among the 16 models from various manufacturers that participated in 10 different search and rescue scenarios. The challenges involved gaining access to damaged structures, maneuvering through complex mazes of rubble, climbing stairs, seeing and responding to the environment, and demonstrating the dexterity of the manipulator arm to locate simulated victims and identify simulated hazardous materials.
To accomplish one of the visual acuity tasks, Matilda had to maneuver the manipulator to position the camera at various heights and locations so that the operators could peer through access holes to visually identify objects inside unlit boxes.
To test further the dexterity of Matilda's robotic arm, the operator was required to retrieve multiple objects from numerous shelves positioned at various heights while maneuvering the robot on a complex stepfield that is a complicated surface designed to test the robot's mobility in various orientations.
To assess the robots' speed capabilities versus their maneuverability characteristics, Matilda and Marv were run through zigzag courses on grass and on a paved surface after successfully being maneuvered through a maze constructed on a sloped floor without touching the maze walls and successfully determining the appropriate size gate through which they could pass.
"Participating in this Response Robot Evaluation Exercise was an invaluable experience for our unmanned robotic vehicles," said Don Jones, Vice President of Mesa Robotics. "We believe that they performed extremely well in the search and rescue scenarios and demonstrated that they are rugged, reliable, versatile, and adaptable in the ever changing conditions of search and rescue missions. Innova Robotics has exclusive worldwide rights to market and sell the Mesa Robotics product line. Matilda has been used in Afghanistan and Iraq."
NOTE: No implied or explicit recommendation or endorsement by NIST or any other sponsor is to be construed from the results of this evaluation exercise.
"We believe the results of this 'Proving Ground' test, along with their previous service in the Military arena, demonstrates to our countries first responders that our field proven unmanned robotic vehicles should be an integral part of the U.S. search and recovery tools," said Walter K Weisel, Chairman and CEO of Innova Holdings. "Our Innova Robotics subsidiary is actively working with first responders to deploy our full line of unmanned robotic vehicles to these organizations. On July 31, 2006 I am presenting Matilda at a meeting of FBI agents."
Mr. Weisel has been invited to address the Florida Chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates Annual Training Conference on Monday, July 31, 2006, at Sanibel Harbor Resort & Spa in Fort Myers, Fla. He will discuss emerging technologies associated with robotics and how unmanned ground vehicles are increasingly playing a major role in law-enforcement operations. He will highlight real-world situations where law enforcement has benefited from robotics, citing several local and state agencies around the country, as well as the military, that are using remote-controlled unmanned vehicles.
Note to media: Images of Matilda and Marv are available upon request.
About Innova Holdings, Inc.
Fort Myers, Fla.-based Innova Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: IVHG), through its subsidiaries, provides hardware and software systems-based solutions to the military, service, personal and industrial robotic markets. The robotics and automation technology company is chartered to continue expanding its growing suite of technologies through acquisitions and growth. Its founder, Chairman and CEO Walter K. Weisel, is recognized as a pioneer and leader in the robotics industry. The company's wholly owned subsidiaries are Robotic Workspace Technologies Inc. (RWT), Innova Robotics Inc., and CoroWare. To learn more, visit us online at www.InnovaHoldings.com.
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Forward-looking statements such as "believe," "expect," "may," "plan," "intend," "will" etc., contained herein are within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's beliefs and assumptions it made using information currently available to it and which reflect current views concerning those future events. Actual results could differ materially. Therefore, undue reliance should not be placed on any forward-looking statements, since they apply only as of today's date, and subsequent events and developments may cause the Company's estimates to change. Risks and uncertainties are described in the Company's periodic Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation to update the forward-looking information in the future.
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AMHD (.011)Starts Employee Training Jul 24, 2006 9:40:00 AM 2006 PrimeZone Media Network
CHEYENNE, Wyo., July 24, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Amelot Holdings, Inc. (Pink Sheets:AMHD) is pleased to announce that the Company's subsidiary, Amelot Alternative Energy, Inc., has started initial employee training. Training started on July 21, 2006 soon after the Company received the necessary feed supply to facilitate this training from its two main suppliers.
"The initial training for our new Amelot Employees consists of equipment operations, mixing process, transesterification, settling process, storing procedure and fire safety. We have secured a temporary location to perform our training whilst we are awaiting final comments from our attorney on the lease we received from Brady Sullivan and the full Fire Safety Report from fire engineer Nick Cricenti," said Aziz Hirji, President of Amelot Holdings.
About Amelot Holdings, Inc.
Amelot Holdings, Inc. is a diversified holding company focused on Alternative Energy and Bio-fuels.
Statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Those statements include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company and its management. Such statements reflect management's current views, are based on certain assumptions and involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results, events, or performance may differ materially from the above forward-looking statements due to a number of important factors, and will be dependent upon a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, our ability to obtain additional financing and access funds from our existing financing arrangements that will allow us to continue our current and future operations and whether demand for our products and services in domestic and international markets will continue to expand. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that occur after the date hereof or to reflect any change in the Company's expectations with regard to these forward-looking statements or the occurrence of unanticipated events.
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