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Wipro Announces Successful Completion of First Batch of Internship Programme in South Africa

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa and BANGALORE, India, February 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

            Continuous Program to Build IT Talent & Enhance Employability of South

                                    African Nationals

    Wipro Technologies, the Global Information Technology, Consulting and Outsourcing
business of Wipro Ltd. (NYSE: WIT), today announced the completion of the first batch of
its Internship Programme in South Africa and recruitment of 30 successful interns to work
on live IT projects.

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    Wipro is focused on localisation of its workforce and is extending the company's
global expertise in IT services to South African nationals. Wipro selected the first batch
of 30 local students from leading South African universities to train under this project
readiness program. These Interns underwent a rigorous training program for 3 months in
Wipro's training centre in Johannesburg. The comprehensive engagement program entailed a
curriculum that has been designed to address IT industry relevant skill sets, especially
in advanced technologies.

    "We are proactively exploring emerging markets as a part of our strategy to target
high-growth opportunities. Africa has been one of our most dynamic markets to date and is
a key focus for Wipro", said Saurabh Govil, Senior Vice President, Global Head - Human
Resources, Wipro Technologies. "I am confident that this systematic approach towards
career development will help build the local IT talent."

    Shailendra Singh, Business Director of Africa Region, Wipro Technologies said, "We
recognise that enhancing employability of Engineering and Science graduates is a top
priority for both industry and government in South Africa. The program is a mix of
classroom and practical training and will allow students to capitalize on Wipro's global
expertise and proven track record in training and development."

    The program saw a zero dropout rate with the first batch of highly motivated students
scoring above 75% in all the assessments. The Project Readiness Program was conducted by a
team of trainers from Wipro's global talent transformation team covering both technical &
behavioural aspects. The Interns are excited and very proud to be part of the Wipro South
Africa family. They have now been deployed in the various projects of Wipro in South
Africa.

    About Wipro Technologies

    Wipro Technologies, the global IT business of Wipro Limited (NYSE:WIT) is a leading
Information Technology, Consulting and Outsourcing company, that delivers solutions to
enable its clients do business better. Wipro Technologies delivers winning business
outcomes through its deep industry experience and a 360 degree view of "Business through
Technology" - helping clients create successful and adaptive businesses. A company
recognized globally for its comprehensive portfolio of services, a practitioner's approach
to delivering innovation and an organization wide commitment to sustainability, Wipro
Technologies has 135,000 employees and clients across 54 countries. For more information,
please visit http://www.wipro.com

    Forward-looking and Cautionary Statements

    Certain statements in this release concerning our future growth prospects are
forward-looking statements, which involve a number of risks, and uncertainties that could
cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements.
The risks and uncertainties relating to these statements include, but are not limited to,
risks and uncertainties regarding fluctuations in our earnings, revenue and profits, our
ability to generate and manage growth, intense competition in IT services, our ability to
maintain our cost advantage, wage increases in India, our ability to attract and retain
highly skilled professionals, time and cost overruns on fixed-price, fixed-time frame
contracts, client concentration, restrictions on immigration, our ability to manage our
international operations, reduced demand for technology in our key focus areas,
disruptions in telecommunication networks, our ability to successfully complete and
integrate potential acquisitions, liability for damages on our service contracts, the
success of the companies in which we make strategic investments, withdrawal of fiscal
governmental incentives, political instability, war, legal restrictions on raising capital
or acquiring companies outside India, unauthorized use of our intellectual property, and
general economic conditions affecting our business and industry. Additional risks that
could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our filings with the
United States Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings are available at
http://www.sec.gov. We may, from time to time, make additional written and oral
forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the company's filings with
the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. We do not
undertake to update any forward-looking statement that may be made from time to time by us
or on our behalf.

       
        Media Contacts:

        India:

        Dirk Lewis
        Wipro Technologies
        +91-7760983976
        dirk.lewis@wipro.com

        South Africa:

        Tlalane Tshabalala
        Wipro Technologies
        +27-110616501
        tlalane.tshabalala@wipro.com

        UK:

        Rahul Kadavakolu
        Wipro Technologies
        +44-7920205496
        rahul.kadavakolu@wipro.com

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Toshiba Ships Samples of Industry's First Universal Flash Storage Devices

JEDEC UFS Ver.1.1 Standard Compliant Embedded Memories Combine up to 64GB NAND and a Controller in a Single Package

TOKYO and IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba Corporation and Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc., (TAEC)*, a committed leader that collaborates with technology companies to create breakthrough designs, today announced that it began shipping samples of its 64-gigabyte (GB) embedded NAND flash memory module equipped with a Universal Flash Storage (UFS) interface. The first in the industry([1]), the new module is fully compliant with the JEDEC UFS([2]) Ver.1.1 standard ([3]), and is designed for a wide range of digital consumer products - including smartphones and tablet PCs.

With improved data processing speeds in host chipsets and wider bandwidths for wireless connectivity, demand continues to grow for large density, high-performance memory that supports high resolution video. A proven innovator in this key area, Toshiba is reinforcing its leadership role by being the first in the industry to ship samples with a 64GB UFS module.

Samples are mainly intended for evaluation of the UFS interface and its protocol in host chipsets and by OS vendors. Toshiba will schedule mass production of the 64GB UFS module, as well as other densities in its lineup, according to market demand.

Product

          Part Number   Density    Package   Sample shipment
          -----------   -------    -------   ---------------
        THGLF0G9B8JBAIE   64GB  169Ball FBGA  January 2013
                                 12x16x1.2mm
    ---                          -----------
Key Features

    --  The JEDEC UFS Ver.1.1 compliant interface handles essential functions,
        including writing block management, error correction and driver
        software. It simplifies system development, allowing manufacturers to
        minimize development costs and speed up time to market for new and
        upgraded products.
    --  UFS has a serial interface and<s> </s>scalability in terms of number of
        lanes and speed([4]).
    --  The new products are sealed in a small FBGA package, 12x16x1.2mm and
        have a signal layout compliant with JEDECUFS Ver.1.1.
([1])For embedded NAND flash memory modules. Source: Toshiba, as of February 2013.

([2])Universal Flash Storage is a product category for a class of embedded memory products built to the JEDEC UFS standard specification.

([3])JEDEC UFS Ver.1.1 standard has already been published. The Ver.2.0 standard is now under discussion by JEDEC.

([4])JEDEC UFS Ver.2.0 standard will support multiple-lane and interface speed.

Specifications

    Interface                        JEDECUFS Version 1.1 standard
    ---------                        -----------------------------
    Power Supply Voltage             2.7V to 3.6V           (Memory core?
                                     1.70V to 1.95V     ?Controller core?
                                     1.10V to 1.30V       (UFS I/F signals)
    ---                              --------------------------------------
    Number of lanes                  Downstream 1 lane / Upstream 1 lane
    ---------------                  -----------------------------------
    Interface Speed                  2.9Gbps/lane
    ---------------                  ------------
    Temperature range                -25degrees to +85degrees Celsius
    -----------------                --------------------------------
    Package                          169Ball 12x16x1.2mm FBGA
    -------                          ------------------------
*About Toshiba Corp. and TAEC

Through proven commitment, lasting relationships and advanced, reliable electronic components, Toshiba enables its customers to create market-leading designs. Toshiba is the heartbeat within product breakthroughs from OEMs, ODMs, CMs, VARs, distributors and fabless chip companies worldwide.  A committed electronic components leader, Toshiba designs and manufactures high-quality flash memory-based storage solutions, solid state drives (SSDs), hard disk drives (HDDs), discrete devices, advanced materials, medical tubes, custom SoCs/ASICs, imaging products, microcontrollers and wireless components that make possible today's leading smartphones, tablets, MP3 players, cameras, medical devices, automotive electronics, enterprise solutions and more.

Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, Japan's largest semiconductor manufacturer and the world's third largest semiconductor manufacturer (Gartner, 2011 Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue, March, 2012).  Toshiba Corporation was founded in 1875 and today has over 554 subsidiaries and affiliates, with 210,000 employees worldwide. Visit Toshiba's web site at http://www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.

For additional company and product information, please visit http://www.toshiba.com/taec/.

Product density is identified based on the density of memory chip(s) within the Product, not the amount of memory capacity available for data storage by the end user. Consumer-usable capacity will be less due to overhead data areas, formatting, bad blocks, and other constraints, and may also vary based on the host device and application. Maximum read and write speed may vary depending on the host device, read and write conditions, and file size.  For purposes of measuring read and write speed in this context, 1 megabyte or MB = 1,000,000 bytes.

Information in this press release, including product pricing and specifications, content of services and contact information, is current and believed to be accurate on the date of the announcement, but is subject to change without prior notice.  Technical and application information contained here is subject to the most recent applicable Toshiba product specifications.  In developing designs, please ensure that Toshiba products are used within specified operating ranges as set forth in the most recent Toshiba product specifications and the information set forth in Toshiba's "Handling Guide for Semiconductor Devices," or "Toshiba Semiconductor Reliability Handbook."  This information is available at http://www.chips.toshiba.com, or from your TAEC representative.

All trademarks and tradenames held within are the properties of their respective holders.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Dena Jacobson

Lages & Associates

Tel.: (949) 453-8080
dena@lages.com

SOURCE  Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc.

Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc.

CONTACT: Rebecca Bueno, Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc., +1-949-623-3099, rebecca.bueno@taec.toshiba.com

Web Site: http://www.toshiba.com/taec

ABC's Funniest Home Videos Show Is Now a Cutting-Edge Video Board Game

CHICAGO, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- America'sFunniest Home Videos, the23 year-old ABC television show that is still viewed by 7 million people each Sunday night, is set to become the first subject in a series of mobile app interactive board games being debuted in February at New York International Toy Fair Booth #2941 by TDC Games, a well-known producer of game and puzzle products.

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SCAN GAMES feature a free mobile app that is capable of scanning special QR code symbols (the little black and white checkered boxes that are appearing on ads, products and virtually everywhere.) These codes are used on game cards and other Scan Game components. When a code is scanned, the app will deliver instant video and audio content specific to the subject of that game card.

"Some other companies have tried to force mobile apps into existing toys and games," said Larry Balsamo, president of TDC. "However, a Scan Game is created with a mobile app as the foundation for game play. A subject like America'sFunniest Home Videos could not even become a board game without using this scanning technology to instantly load the funny videos. We also consider it a bonus that we have given people a new opportunity to gather, in-person,  around the age-old social experience of a board game while still having their mobile devices glued to the hands."

A Scan Game looks like a conventional board game with a game board, pawns and trivia cards. However, the cards and even certain spaces on the board come to life when combined with the use of the mobile app. Video and audio appear instantly when called up by the scan because all the content is native to the app. No internet access is needed after the app is loaded. Even point bonuses are calculated by scanning a space on the board. According to TDC, the game and the app will be compatible with virtually any Apple or Android smart phone or tablet device equipped with a camera..

"Just like the show, the game is hilarious," said Sandra Bergeson, TDC's creative director. "We simulate the game that is already played on the show that has contestants guessing the outcome of outrageous videos. The results are side-splitting for everyone from little kids to seniors who now can enjoy a modernized version of the traditional board game."

The America's Funniest Home Video board game edition will be available in toy, gift, department, electronic and specialty stores nationwide in Fall of 2013 at a suggested retail price of $19.99. There will also be a card game edition that can be played alone or added to the board game at a suggested retail price of $9.99. Both products are suggested for ages 8 to adult. TDC intends to release other titles in the SCAN GAMES series in 2014.

International Toy Fair 2013 Booth #2941
Web:www.tdcgames.com
Twitter: @tdcgames and #scangames

Additional Information

More Information & Video Demo at http://www.tdcgames.com/scangames.htm

TDC Games Public Relations Information at http://www.tdcgames.com/pr.htm

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CONTACT: Sandra Schaeffer, Cell: +1-630-650-4954; Phone:+1-800-292-7676 x224; Fax: +1-630-860-9977, sandyb@tdcgames.com

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

Charter to Acquire Optimum West from Cablevision

STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) ("Charter") and Cablevision Systems Corporation (NYSE: CVC) announced today that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Charter Communications Operating, LLC will acquire Cablevision's Bresnan Broadband Holdings, LLC ("Optimum West") for $1.625 billion in cash.  Optimum West manages cable operating systems in Colorado, Montana, Wyoming and Utah that pass more than 660,000 homes and serve 304,000 video subscribers and 366,000 customer relationships.

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"With this transaction, Charter will acquire some of the fastest growing cable assets in the United States," said Tom Rutledge, Charter's President and CEO.  "These former Bresnan properties operate in growing communities, and the network, employees and customer base have been well served for many years. In particular, over the past two years Cablevision, as Optimum West, has grown video, Internet and telephone customers through the execution of a product and service strategy, which is the same as the one we recently implemented at Charter.  Optimum West is an ideal fit for Charter and we anticipate an efficient integration process."

Cablevision President and CEO James L. Dolan said, "We are proud of the value we created in the Optimum West properties. We made strategic investments in the cable system and significantly enhanced the network to provide our customers with more robust products and services.  I am confident that our Optimum West team will continue to build on that success under new stewardship."

The $1.625 billion acquisition price represents a purchase price multiple of 8.9x Optimum West's third quarter 2012 annualized Adjusted EBITDA(1) and a purchase price multiple of less than 8.0x Charter's estimate of Optimum West's first year Adjusted EBITDA under Charter.  The transaction will be structured to deliver to Charter a full step-up in the tax basis of the acquired assets.  Taking into account Charter's estimate of the present value of this tax asset, the effective purchase price multiple is less than 7.0x the estimated first year Adjusted EBITDA.  "Given the double digit growth profile of Optimum West, we view the implied purchase price multiple as attractive.  In addition, the acquisition will increase our conversion rate of Adjusted EBITDA to free cash flow.(1)  At closing, we expect to be at 5.0x leverage and continue to target 4.0x to 4.5x over time," noted Christopher Winfrey, Charter's CFO.

Charter will fund the acquisition of Optimum West with $1.5 billion of committed bank financing to Charter Communications Operating, LLC, and liquidity from cash on hand and its revolving credit facility.

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval.  We expect closing to occur in the third quarter of 2013.

Credit Suisse and Goldman Sachs acted as financial advisors to Charter, and have also provided debt financing commitments for the transaction.

Citi and J.P. Morgan acted as co-lead financial advisors to Cablevision.  BofA Merrill Lynch and Guggenheim Securities also provided financial advice to Cablevision.  Sullivan & Cromwell LLP acted as legal counsel to Cablevision.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Metrics

Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow are not Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") financial measures and should be considered in addition to, not as a substitute for, net loss or cash flows from operating activities reported in accordance with GAAP. These terms, as defined by Charter, may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies.

Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net loss plus net interest expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, stock compensation expense, loss on extinguishment of debt, and other operating (income) expenses, such as special charges and (gain) loss on sale or retirement of assets. As such, it eliminates the significant non-cash depreciation and amortization expense that results from the capital-intensive nature of the business as well as other non-cash or special items, and is unaffected by capital structure or investment activities. These measures are limited in that they do not reflect the periodic costs of certain capitalized tangible and intangible assets used in generating revenues and the cash cost of financing.

Free cash flow is defined as net cash flows from operating activities, less purchases of property, plant and equipment and changes in accrued expenses related to capital expenditures.

Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow provide information useful to investors in assessing performance and ability to service its debt, fund operations and make additional investments with internally generated funds.

About Charter

Charter (NASDAQ: CHTR) is a leading broadband communications company and the fourth-largest cable operator in the United States. Charter provides a full range of advanced broadband services, including advanced Charter TV® video entertainment programming, Charter Internet® access, and Charter Phone®. Charter Business® similarly provides scalable, tailored, and cost-effective broadband communications solutions to business organizations, such as business-to-business Internet access, data networking, business telephone, video and music entertainment services, and wireless backhaul. Charter's advertising sales and production services are sold under the Charter Media® brand. More information about Charter can be found at charter.com.

About Cablevision Systems Corporation

Cablevision Systems Corporation is one of the nation's leading media and telecommunications companies. In addition to delivering its Optimum-branded cable, Internet, and voice offerings throughout the New York area, the company owns and operates cable systems serving homes in four Western states.  Cablevision's local media properties include News 12 Networks, MSG Varsity and Newsday Media Group.  Cablevision also owns and operates Clearview Cinemas.  Additional information about Cablevision is available on the Web at http://www.cablevision.com.

CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), regarding, among other things, our plans, strategies and prospects, both business and financial. Although we believe that our plans, intentions and expectations reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure you that we will achieve or realize these plans, intentions or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions including, without limitation, the factors described under "Risk Factors" from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Many of the forward-looking statements contained in this release may be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "view," "should," "planned," "will," "may," "intend," "estimated," "aim," "on track," "target," "opportunity," "tentative," "positioning," "designed," "create" and "potential," among others. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements we make in this release are set forth in other reports or documents that we file from time to time with the SEC, and include, but are not limited to:

    --  our ability to sustain and grow revenues and free cash flow by offering
        video, Internet, telephone, advertising and other services to
        residential and commercial customers, to adequately meet the customer
        experience demands in our markets and to maintain and grow our customer
        base, particularly in the face of increasingly aggressive competition,
        the need for innovation and the related capital expenditures and the
        difficult economic conditions in the United States;
    --  the development and deployment of new products and technologies;
    --  the impact of competition from other market participants, including but
        not limited to incumbent telephone companies, direct broadcast satellite
        operators, wireless broadband and telephone providers, digital
        subscriber line ("DSL") providers, and video provided over the Internet;
    --  general business conditions, economic uncertainty or downturn, high
        unemployment levels and the level of activity in the housing sector;
    --  our ability to obtain programming at reasonable prices or to raise
        prices to offset, in whole or in part, the effects of higher programming
        costs (including retransmission consents);
    --  the effects of governmental regulation on our business;
    --  the availability and access, in general, of funds to meet our debt
        obligations prior to or when they become due and to fund our operations
        and necessary capital expenditures, either through (i) cash on hand,
        (ii) free cash flow, or (iii) access to the capital or credit markets;
        and
    --  our ability to comply with all covenants in our indentures and credit
        facilities any violation of which, if not cured in a timely manner,
        could trigger a default of our other obligations under cross-default
        provisions.
All forward-looking statements attributable to us or any person acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. We are under no duty or obligation to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this release.

(1) Adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow are Non-GAAP measures used by Charter and are defined in the "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Metrics" section.

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CONTACT: Charter, Media, Anita Lamont, +1-314-543-2215; Charter, Analysts, Robin Gutzler, +1-314-543-2389, or Stefan Anninger, +1-203-905-7955; Cablevision, Media, Charles Schueler, +1-516-803-1013, Cschuele@cablevision.com, or Kelly McAndrew, +1-516-803-2351, Kmcandre@cablevision.com; Cablevision, Analysts, Bret Richter, +1-516-803-2270, Brichter@cablevision.com

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

Liguori Makes Online Shopping Easier and More Engaging

New eCommerce site simplifies online ordering, expands customer experience

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Liguori Publications, a leading Catholic publishing house, is launching a new eCommerce site that offers an easy-to-use, personalized shopping experience. Within a fresh and feature-rich environment, customers can explore and purchase publications in print, video, audio, and digital formats.

The new site, Liguori.org, offers a supportive shopping experience for customers who want to apply discounts to purchases and order direct from the online store. Enhanced search capabilities, easy checkout options and related content on individual product pages all provide a richer, more engaging online experience.

The availability of eBooks on Liguori.org offers customers a choice of format and delivery of their favorite content to their fingertips. Select titles can be read from leading devices including Nook, iPad, or Kindle.

"Providing a simple eCommerce site and offering books for digital consumption embodies our mission to spread the Good News in the digital sphere," said Father Mathew Kessler, CSsR, president and publisher, Liguori Publications. "The basic site functions - searching capability, checkout process, delivering content directly - will also help Liguori better serve customers. This is a first step that will give customers access to more of Liguori's content in the coming months."

Customers can take advantage of many other features at the new site to support and simplify their experience. Features include:

    --  Product reviews and recommendations, added by users to the individual
        product pages, offer insights to aid decision-making
    --  Direct connections with social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter,
        LinkedIn or Pinterest
    --  An improved and simplified checkout process enables direct purchase of
        products with applicable discounts
    --  Option to add multiple billing and mailing addresses
    --  Access to transaction history and updates on order status
The eCommerce site delivers more than 1,600 products focusing on Advent, catechism, Catholicism, church history, Christian living, Easter, faith formation, inspiration, meditation, prayer, vacation Bible schools, and more. Parish, diocesan and bookstore customers can now apply discounts directly to online orders. For technical queries on the site, contact techsupport@liguori.org.

About Liguori Publications
Liguori Publications is a collaborative ministry of Redemptorist priests and brothers and lay staff whose mission is to spread the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world through its publications. Liguorian magazine is one of the nation's leading Catholic periodicals. Liguori also produces print and digital trade books, youth and catechetical materials for parishes and religious education programs, parish bulletins, and devotional and educational pamphlets. Learn more at Liguori.org.

SOURCE  Liguori Publications

Liguori Publications

CONTACT: Andrew White, +1-636-223-1567, awhite@liguori.org

Radware Acquires Strangeloop Networks, Leader in Web-Performance Optimization (WPO) Solutions for e-commerce and Enterprise Applications

Strangeloop's best-in-class web application acceleration solutions coupled with Radware's market-leading application delivery solutions offer customers accelerated end-to-end response time and improved conversion rates

MAHWAH, New Jersey, February 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Company management will host a conference call at 8:45am ET on Friday, February 8th,
2013.

    Radware [http://www.radware.com ](R) (NASDAQ: RDWR), a leading provider of application
delivery and application security solutions for virtual and cloud data centers, today
announced that it has completed the acquisition of Strangeloop Networks, a leader in the
Web performance acceleration domain.

    Today's enterprises are characterized by strong adoption of software-as-a-service
(SaaS) and cloud-based services, creating a new reality with the distance rapidly
lengthening between end users and the applications they are accessing. In addition, this
year has been heralded by industry analysts as the year that mobile phones will surpass
PCs as the most common device for accessing web applications. Employees, partners and
customers will now predominantly access enterprise web applications from anywhere at any
time without being tethered to either central or branch offices.

    While this represents a potential boon to productivity and efficiency, there is a
downside. Network latency significantly increases, degrading end-user quality of
experience (QoE), thus placing at risk the very same productivity gains. Complexity also
increases as web applications have higher payloads and longer rendering times, not often
designed for mobile access. This growing latency and complexity challenge, is driving the
need - especially for online businesses that heavily rely on customer-facing web
applications - for web performance acceleration solutions.

    Strangeloop's technology accelerates web applications for companies such as O'Reilly
Media, Petco, Wine.com and other global e-commerce sites and SaaS providers. Using an
advanced set of proprietary site acceleration treatments to simplify and streamline web
pages in real-time, Strangeloop is able to deliver page content in the most efficient way
possible. This enhances a site visitor's experience leading to greater conversion rates
which in turn, can increase online revenues.

    "By accelerating the web application response time of an enterprise, Radware can
enhance their business performance as well as employee productivity," says Ilan Kinreich,
chief operating officer, Radware. "This is an invaluable capability as we've seen an
aggressive adoption of SaaS, mobile and cloud technologies where user response time is
critical for business continuity."

    Kinreich added, "Additionally, online retailers and financial services are dependent
on their customer-facing web applications. Therefore, speed and performance are two of the
most critical factors in order to increase customer satisfaction, conversion rates and
generate revenue."

    Joshua Bixby, president of Strangeloop Networks added, "Strangeloop's technology is
providing critical web performance optimization solutions. Combining our offerings with
Radware, a recognized market leader in application delivery solutions, will enable our
clients to outpace their competitors on speed, reliability and overall performance."

    Strangeloop's products will continue to be sold and will now be offered under the
Radware FastView(TM) brand name. The offering includes multiple form factors: physical
appliance, virtual appliance and cloud service. Future development plans include
integration of the Strangeloop technology into Radware's industry-awarded Alteon
application delivery controller (ADC), for offer as an integral software module.

    Support for Strangeloop customers will be seamless. Existing customers will receive
support from Radware's world-class, 24x7 global technical support organization starting
immediately.

    Company management will host a conference call for investors regarding the acquisition
at 8:45am ET on Friday, February 8th, 2013.

    The conference call will be webcast on February 8th, 2013 at 8:45a.m. ET in the
"listen only" mode via the Internet at:
http://www.radware.com/Company/InvestorRelations/default.aspx.

    Please use the following dial-in numbers to participate in the Strangeloop acquisition
call:

    Participants in the US call: Toll Free 1 (800) 553-0326

    International participants call: +1 (612) 332-0636

    About Strangeloop Networks

    Strangeloop is the leader in providing next-generation front-end optimization (FEO)
solutions. Companies like Petco, Visa, and Wine.com rely on Strangeloop to speed up their
websites and enterprise applications. As the earliest entrant in the FEO space,
Strangeloop was the first company to market an automated solution - the Strangeloop Site
Optimizer - with the ability to tackle front-end performance problems as a service via the
cloud. The Strangeloop Mobile Optimizer is the only advanced optimization solution that
addresses the unique challenges of delivering faster sites to mobile users. Strangeloop is
based in Vancouver, BC. For more information, visit http://www.strangeloopnetworks.com

    About Radware

    Radware [http://www.radware.com ] (NASDAQ: RDWR), is a global leader of application
delivery [http://www.radware.com/Products/ApplicationDelivery/default.aspx ] and
application security
[http://www.radware.com/Products/ApplicationNetworkSecurity/default.aspx ] solutions for
virtual and cloud data centers. Its award-winning solutions portfolio delivers full
resilience for business-critical applications, maximum IT efficiency, and complete
business agility.

    Radware's solutions empower more than 10,000 enterprise and carrier customers
worldwide to adapt to market challenges quickly, maintain business continuity and achieve
maximum productivity while keeping costs down. For more information, please visit
http://www.radware.com.

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iPhone(R) and our new security center DDoSWarriors.com [http://security.radware.com ] that
provides a comprehensive analysis on DDoS attack tools, trends and threats.

    (c)2013 Radware, Ltd. All rights reserved. Radware and all other Radware product and
service names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Radware in the U.S. and other
countries. All other trademarks and names are property of their respective owners.

    This press release may contain statements concerning Radware's future prospects that
are "forward-looking statements" under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995. Statements preceded by, followed by, or that otherwise include the words "believes",
"expects", "anticipates", "intends", "estimates", "plans", and similar expressions or
future or conditional verbs such as "will", "should", "would", "may" and "could" are
generally forward-looking in nature and not historical facts. These statements are based
on current expectations and projections that involve a number of risks and uncertainties.
There can be no assurance that future results will be achieved, and actual results could
differ materially from forecasts and estimates. Some of the factors that could
significantly impact the forward-looking statements in this press release include the risk
that the businesses will not be integrated successfully; the risk that any synergies from
the transaction may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected;
disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain relationships with
customers, employees or suppliers, the risk that Strangeloop's business may not perform as
expected, and other risks some of which are discussed in greater detail in Radware's
Annual Report on Form 20-F and Radware's other filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made
and Radware undertakes no commitment to revise or update any forward-looking statement in
order to reflect events or circumstances after the date any such statement is
made.Radware's public filings are available from the Securities and Exchange Commission's
website at http://www.sec.gov or may be obtained on Radware's website at
http://www.radware.com.

       
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        briang@radware.com

Radware Ltd

Cupid Delivers Romance and Laughter with New Valentine's Day eCards from Doozycards.com!

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Doozy Cards amorously announces a brand new selection of romantic and hilarious Valentine's Day eCards for 2013. Take aim with Cupid's arrow and deliver laughter and love to your friends, family and special someone with heartwarming Valentine's Day greetings.

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Featuring original animation, Doozy's unique and thoughtful Valentine's Day eCards will set you apart from the generic Romeos and will make sure that you and your sweetheart have an unforgettable Valentine's Day. Choose from Doozy's brand new selection of original Valentine's Day eCards or tug at your valentine's heartstrings with one of the classic greetings.

Measure your partner's level of excitement with The Flirty Sex-O-Meter, one of our brand new and naughty Valentine's Day eCards sure to get your love's pulse racing. Or impress your loved one with an animated watercolor of beautiful Valentine's Day flowers with "Flowers For Valentine's Day." One of our newest Valentine's Day eCards, treat your love to gorgeous bouquets and the sweet songs of birds tweeting for hopeless romantics young and old.

With a bit of charming wit and dashing Parisian entertainment, the adorably costumed pets of Valentine's Day Candy are sure to tickle your sweetheart's fancy. And those who have adored our singing pugs in the past will fall head over heels for the Singing Valentine's Day Malties. This sweet and sincere Valentine's Day eCard features three fluffy chanteuses crooning a Doo Wop greeting for your loved one.

You've bought the bouquet of roses, the box of chocolates and turned the lights down low, but don't forget an essential ingredient to a successful romance, Doozy's Valentine's Day eCards. Send your friends, family and loved one a heartfelt and funny message this Valentine's Day and let them know they hold a special place in your heart.

Doozy Cards offers a trial period of free Valentine's Day eCards and other holiday greetings, as well as a premium membership that includes a host of benefits. To explore the wide range of Valentine's Day eCards visit:

http://www.doozycards.com/ecards/valentines-day

Full press release available here: http://www.doozycards.com/cupid-delivers-romanceandlaughter-with-new-valentines-day-ecards-from-doozycards.com

About Doozy Cards: A small, family owned and operated animation studio and eCard company, Doozy has been creating original eCards since 2003, including popular Birthday eCards. A father and daughter team founded Doozy Cards with the intention of uplifting each person who views their cards.

SOURCE  Doozy Cards

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Doozy Cards

CONTACT: Doozy Cards, +1-323-939-1115, bob@doozycards.com

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

MetroPCS Communications, Inc. Reaffirms Commitment to Combination with T-Mobile USA

DALLAS, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS; "MetroPCS" or the "Company") today reaffirmed its commitment to the proposed combination of MetroPCS and T-Mobile USA announced October 3, 2012 in response to a letter from P. Schoenfeld Asset Management ("PSAM"), which says our clients are shareholders of MetroPCS Communications, Inc. and own an aggregate position of approximately 7,500,000 shares.  MetroPCS issued the following statement:

<blockquote>
"The MetroPCS Board of Directors and management team have been and remain committed to acting in the best interests of all MetroPCS stockholders. The Board believes that the proposed combination with T-Mobile is in the best interests of MetroPCS and all MetroPCS stockholders and continues to recommend that MetroPCS stockholders vote in favor of the proposed combination.""As outlined in the Company's preliminary proxy statement on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the pending transaction with T-Mobile is the result of a thorough process that began over two years ago and included the Board and a special committee of the Board considering a number of potential transactions with different strategic partners. The Board and its special committee, in consultation with the Company's and the special committee's financial and legal advisors, will carefully review and consider the perspectives provided in PSAM's letter."
</blockquote>

About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.

Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is a provider of no annual contract, unlimited wireless communications service for a flat-rate. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA(SM), MetroPCS customers can use their service in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of December 31, 2012, MetroPCS had approximately 8.9 million subscribers. For more information please visit http://www.metropcs.com.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

This document relates to a proposed transaction between MetroPCS and Deutsche Telekom.  In connection with the proposed transaction, MetroPCS filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") a preliminary proxy statement on November 16, 2012, which it subsequently revised on December 21, 2012, January 10, 2013 and January 25, 2013 (as revised, the "Preliminary Proxy Statement"). The Preliminary Proxy Statement is not final and will be superseded by a definitive proxy statement to be filed by MetroPCS with the SEC. Investors and security holders are urged to read carefully the Preliminary Proxy Statement and the definitive proxy statement and all other relevant documents filed with the SEC or sent to stockholders as they become available because they will contain important information about the proposed transaction. All documents, when filed, will be available free of charge at the SEC's website (http://www.sec.gov). You may also obtain these documents by contacting MetroPCS' Investor Relations department at 214-570-4641, or via e-mail at investor_relations@metropcs.com. The definitive proxy statement will be mailed to MetroPCS' stockholders prior to the meeting at which stockholders will be requested to vote on matters related to the proposed transaction. This communication does not constitute a solicitation of any vote or approval.

Participants in the Solicitation

MetroPCS and its directors and executive officers will be deemed to be participants in any solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed transaction. Information about MetroPCS' directors and executive officers is available in MetroPCS' proxy statement, dated April 16, 2012, for its 2012 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Other information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitation and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, is contained in the Preliminary Proxy Statement and will be contained in the definitive proxy statement and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction when they become available. Investors should read the definitive proxy statement carefully when it becomes available before making any voting or investment decisions.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This document includes "forward-looking statements" for the purpose of the "safe harbor" provisions within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Any statements made in this document that are not statements of historical fact, and statements about our beliefs, opinions, projections, strategies, and expectations, are forward-looking statements and should be evaluated as such. These forward-looking statements often include words such as "anticipate," "expect," "suggests," "plan," "believe," "intend," "estimates," "targets," "views," "projects," "should," "would," "could," "may," "become," "forecast," and other similar expressions.

All forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, many of which are generally outside the control of MetroPCS, Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile and are difficult to predict. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the possibility that the proposed transaction is delayed or does not close, including due to the failure to receive the required stockholder approvals or required regulatory approvals, the taking of governmental action (including the passage of legislation) to block the proposed transaction, the failure to satisfy other closing conditions, the possibility that the expected synergies will not be realized, or will not be realized within the expected time period, the significant capital commitments of MetroPCS and T-Mobile, global economic conditions, fluctuations in exchange rates, competitive actions taken by other companies, natural disasters, difficulties in integrating the two companies, disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain business and operational relationships, actions taken or conditions imposed by governmental or other regulatory authorities and the exposure to litigation. Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in MetroPCS' 2011 Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed February 29, 2012, and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2012, filed October 30, 2012, and other filings with the SEC available at the SEC's website (http://www.sec.gov).

The forward-looking statements speak only as to the date made, are based on current assumptions and expectations, and are subject to the factors above, among others, and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which are beyond our ability to control or ability to predict. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. MetroPCS, Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile do not undertake a duty to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events after the date of this document, except as required by law.

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Metro PCS Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Investor Relations, Keith Terreri, Vice President - Finance & Treasurer, or Jim Mathias, Director - Investor Relations, +1-214-570-4641, investor_relations@metropcs.com

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

NECA/WizKids Announce New Puzzle Strategy Game, Connect With Pieces(TM)

HILLSIDE, N.J., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading entertainment conglomerate and game creator NECA/WizKids is taking puzzle gaming to a new level, today announcing Connect With Pieces(TM), an upcoming puzzle building platform and game combining strategy and challenge designed by Joel Weinshanker, president and COO at NECA and board game designer Mike Elliott.

"Our goal has been to drive innovation within the puzzle category," said Weinshanker. "Puzzles have been a long-time popular past-time and we wanted to find ways to make them a little more dynamic and competitive, offering a fun yet challenging experience for puzzle gamers."

Unlike traditional puzzle games, in Connect With Pieces(TM) there is more than one way to play for a varied experience. While the ultimate goal is to match all puzzle pieces in a way that garners the most points, Connect With Pieces(TM) requires strategy as each piece has five possible combinations, with most fitting in more than one location on the board.

For an added challenge, each piece is embossed with one of five special symbols, that when placed in a particular pattern will earn players bonus points or allow them to block opponents.

Connect With Pieces, available now nationwide MSRP $12.99 USD, is designed for all ages and incorporates themes from several popular franchises, including a Lord of the Rings, TheHobbit and Twilight edition available at launch.

"We're excited to bring our licensing portfolio to this platform. Players can really personalize their experience with friends and family taking on a puzzle game themed from their favorite hit movie."

Coinciding with the announcement, NECA/WizKids has also revealed an upcoming Connect With Pieces(TM) application for iPad, coming soon.

Visit NECA/WizKids at New York Toy Fair, February 10-13 at booth # 4802. To discuss business opportunities or schedule an appointment to meet in person, please contact shannonp@necaonline.com.

For more information about Connect With Pieces(TM), visit: http://connectwithpieces.com

About WizKids
WizKids/NECA, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NECA, is a New Jersey-based game developer and publisher dedicated to creating games driven by imagination. WizKids first pioneered the Combat Dial system featured in HeroClix, the most successful collectible miniatures game on the market today, with over 400 million miniature game figures sold worldwide. WizKids continues to produce new proprietary game platforms and properties including the award-winning board game Mage Knight, the groundbreaking Dice Building Game engine used in the critically-acclaimed game Quarriors, as well as the innovative Connect with Pieces puzzle building game platform. For additional information, visit http://www.wizkidsgames.com.

SOURCE  NECA/WizKids

NECA/WizKids

CONTACT: Leo Saraceni, leos@necaonline.com, +1-908-686-3300 xt 230

Web Site: http://wizkidsgames.com

ProSmoke E-Cigarettes Now Available in Convenient Disposable Electronic Cigarettes

CHICAGO, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ProSmoke Electronic Cigarettes, the industry leading tobacco alternative, has introduced new Disposable Electronic Cigarettes to their lineup of the best electronic cigarette products on the market.

Not only do ProSmoke Disposable Electronic Cigarettes last longer than the competition, but they usually cost less. In addition to providing a more realistic smoking experience and tasting better than other e-cigarette brands available, ProSmoke gives customers the option to choose from two delicious flavors or save even more money with bundled packs.

"If you are looking to try electronic cigarettes for the first time or you want an easy alternative to buying a pack of regular cigarettes, then the ProSmoke Disposable Electronic Cigarette is for you. If you are on the edge, trying to decide if electronic cigarettes would be a successful tobacco alternative for you, this is the perfect place to start," said a ProSmoke representative. "The ProSmoke Disposable e-cig makes your transition to e-cigarettes easy."

The new ProSmoke Disposable Electronic Cigarette is equal to about two packs of traditional cigarettes, and features a real cigarette taste - tobacco flavor and menthol flavor - that will keep users smoking the tobacco alternative every day. The Disposable e-cigarette option comes in a sturdy one-piece design and the soft tip and filter on the disposable e-cig give users the most realistic cigarette feeling available.

"The ProSmoke Disposable Electronic Cigarette is the best quality electronic cigarette on the market and we have the market data to prove it!" said the ProSmoke representative. "They last longer than the competition, have more flavor options, are more realistic, and generally cost less too. You can't beat our disposable electronic cigarettes!"

In addition to offering the best electronic cigarettes and disposable e-cigarettes on the market, ProSmoke Electronic Cigarettes is the only company in its industry certified by Green America. To try the new, long-lasting disposable electronic cigarettes from ProSmoke Electronic Cigarettes, visit http://www.prosmokestore.com.

Full press release available here: http://www.prosmokestore.com/store/index.php?_a=viewBlog&blogId9

About ProSmokeStore.com:

ProSmoke Electronic Cigarettes, found online at ProSmokeStore.com, is a United States-based electronic cigarette store. Their team has utilized their extensive experience in the industry to innovate and provide their award-winning electronic cigarettes, electronic cigarette flavored cartridges, and electronic cigarette starter kits that continue to set the standard for the industry.

SOURCE  ProSmoke Electronic Cigarettes

ProSmoke Electronic Cigarettes

CONTACT: ProSmokeStore.com, +1-855-PROECIG, press@prosmokestore.com

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

Pitooey!(TM) Name Change to Take Effect Thursday, February 7

PHOENIX, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Pitooey!, Inc. (OTCBB: PTOO) confirms that, effective at the start of trading on Thursday, February 7, 2013, the change of the Company's name and new ticker symbol will take effect. The Company will trade as "PTOO" on the Over-the-Counter Bulletin Board.

The name change was originally approved by the Board of Directors and the holders of more than a majority of the Company's Common Stock on January 7, 2013 to coincide with the Company's pivot into social media and mobile marketing and is reflective of the innovative Pitooey!(TM) iPhone(®) app, which was officially launched on January 28, 2013 at the Waste Management Phoenix Open in Scottsdale, Arizona.

For further information, please visit http://www.Pitooey.com

About Pitooey!, Inc.

Pitooey!, Inc. is a complete digital marketing agency that leverages its proprietary technology to assist companies in establishing and expanding their presence on the Internet.  Pitooey!(TM) offers businesses a comprehensive set of tools including social media management and marketing, mobile development and optimization, and highly engaging messaging campaigns.  The company's offerings come from two wholly owned subsidiaries, Choice One Mobile and Pitooey!(TM). Choice One Mobile provides business owners unique resources to not only reach their consumers, but also to promote business through value based content, results driven search engine optimization and social media engagement strategies.  Pitooey!(TM) gives businesses and consumers the ability to flip the traditional communications landscape by only delivering messages to consumers who subscribe to them, thereby ridding consumers of unwanted messages, while simultaneously focusing a business' audience to only those interested in connecting.  On the Pitooey!(TM) app, customers search for and subscribe to the businesses they wish to follow and receive notifications from.  After building their lists, consumers will receive deals and notifications only from the companies on their lists; no unwanted messages, ever.

To download the app, go to http://itun.es/us/ilLxJ.i

For more information, visit http://www.Pitooey.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements regarding our expected future financial position, results of operations, cash flows, financing plans, business strategy, products and services, competitive positions, growth opportunities, plans and objectives of management for future operations, as well as statements that include words such as "anticipate," "if," "believe," "plan," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "could," "should," "will," and other similar expressions are forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control, which may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from anticipated results, performance, or achievements. We are under no obligation to (and expressly disclaim any such obligation to) update or alter our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Pitooey!, Inc. Contact:
Investor Relations
InvestorRelations@pitooey.com

SOURCE  Pitooey!, Inc.

Pitooey!, Inc.

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

ABC Entertainment Drives Viewers to Tune-In as they Gas-Up

Custom Jimmy Kimmel Live Clips to Air on Outcast's Pump Top Video Network

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Outcast Media, the fastest growing television network at the pump with 18,000 screens in over 100 DMAs, today announced that it has signed a deal with ABC Entertainment to air custom clips of Jimmy Kimmel Live. ABC Entertainment will also provide Outcast with clips of The View, The Chew, and other premium ABC programming. "Jimmy Kimmel Live" airs weeknights at 11:35/10:35c PM on ABC.

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Outcast's audience - also known as the "Ungettables" - consists of drivers 18 to 54 who travel more than 8,000 miles each year by car and live in the top 25 DMAs.  Ungettables love to catch the news, sports, entertainment and commercials at the pump, while filling up at the gas pump - the average fuel time at an Outcast pump is 4 minutes.

"The partnership with Outcast and ABC provides us the opportunity to become part of a people's everyday life," said Marla Provencio, chief marketing officer, executive vice president, ABC Entertainment Group. "By providing custom content to people on-the-go, we are engaging potential new viewers and fans alike with rich, entertaining ABC programming."

"We are very excited to offer our viewers the high quality comedic content they crave like Jimmy Kimmel Live, and in turn to help a broadcast giant like ABC reach and engage with our hard-to-reach audience," says Outcast Co-founder Nathan Gill. "88 percent of our viewers fuel up before primetime, which offers ABC with a perfect opportunity to reach people who are on a pathway to primetime television viewing."

ABOUT OUTCAST
Outcast is the fastest growing television network at the pump reaching 33 million monthly viewers at 18,000 screens nationwide. With engaging content that is relevant to our viewers, Outcast meets the needs of a new generation of sophisticated, multi-tasking consumers who are on-the-go and can't be reached through traditional media. The company is privately held and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, with offices in New York City, Detroit and Chicago. For more information, please visit http://www.Outcast.net.

ABOUT ABC ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
The ABC Entertainment Group, comprised of ABC Entertainment and ABC Studios, develops and produces compelling programming for both national and international broadcast and digital platforms. ABC Studios' current hits include "Once Upon a Time," Revenge," "Nashville," "Castle," "Criminal Minds (CBS)," "Army Wives (Lifetime)" and "Grey's Anatomy."  In addition to its self-produced hits, the ABC Television Network is also home to the Emmy-winning "Modern Family," comedy favorites "The Middle" and "Suburgatory," the long-running "Dancing with the Stars," and late-night's "Jimmy Kimmel Live," as well as some of broadcast television's most prestigious awards shows, including The Academy Awards, the Country Music Awards, The American Music Awards and The Billboard Music Awards. The Group also includes Times Square Studios, which produces and develops daytime programming for the Network as well as for national syndication, including "General Hospital," "The View," "Katie" and "The Chew." Formed in 2009, the Group has delivered some of the most successful and talked-about series on television, including "Lost" and "Desperate Housewives."

Contact:
Jay Kolbe, Sparkpr Jay@sparkpr.com
Margo Mendez-Penate, Sparkpr Margo@sparkpr.com

SOURCE  Outcast

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Web Site: http://www.outcast.net

Redfin Launches First-of-its-Kind Website Feature to Share Thousands of Real Estate Bidding War Stats and Stories as They Happen

"Offer Insights" Provide Consumers Unique, Insider Information from the Front Lines of Home Buying and Selling in Hundreds of Neighborhoods Nationwide

SEATTLE, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Technology-powered real estate broker Redfin (http://www.redfin.com) today introduced a first-of-its-kind website feature in which Redfin real estate agents highlight details from their clients' winning and losing offers to buy a home, giving consumers up-to-the-minute insight on real estate activity at a neighborhood level. In today's competitive market in which there are very few homes for sale, many homes receive multiple offers at once, making it more important than ever for homebuyers to know how to win.

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"Only a company like Redfin can use the Web to give our customers real-time insights into what it really takes to buy a home in the neighborhood they want," said Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman. "Only Redfin employs local agents across hundreds of neighborhood across America who use online tools for crafting an offer that are directly connected to our real estate search website. Our long-term strategy is to combine the expertise of local agents on the ground with powerful technology running in the Internet cloud; the source of all our strength is that we are both a service company and a software company. The result is a competitive advantage customers can't get anywhere else."

Read more from Kelman in his blog post here.

At launch, Redfin agents had posted about 8,000 Offer Insights. Offer Insights was developed based on the success of a similar Redfin feature called "Tour Insights," which launched in 2011, and now has nearly 250,000 notes on homes Redfin agents have toured, from details about road noise to radiant floor heat.

Redfin is one of the only brokers that strictly limits each of its agents to specific neighborhoods, and its agents typically close five times more homes than the average agent, deepening their expertise on a neighborhood's sales. This information can help guide buyers and sellers in many different aspects of a real estate transaction, including how to structure a compelling offer, negotiate a deal or price a home. Each Offer Insight highlights the unusual and interesting circumstances surrounding the negotiations, such as the number of competing offers, or whether or not the Redfin client waived financing or inspection contingencies. Following are examples of Offer Insights:

"This builder was not very flexible on price since the demand in the neighborhood had been strong. While we pushed hard for a discount, the builder countered back to full price. However, we were able to get back about 3 percent of the price plus a special promotional credit for a certain flooring upgrade." Redfin Agent, Kathryn Rion (Finn Hill, Kirkland, WA)

"A strong offer with a waived financing contingency was the primary factor in my client winning this offer. However, her cover letter explaining renovation plans and excitement to make the property a home made a big difference! Other buyers were investors looking to flip the property, but it mattered to the sellers that the next owner was going to live in the home personally."

Redfin Agent, Matt Zborezny (Neighborhood Nine, West Cambridge, Boston)

"We were up against multiple offers. We presented right away and went in slightly over list price to be competitive. This was a probate sale that did not need court approval. The attorney reviewing the files decided to work with an offer with a substantial down payment. Despite being one of the first offers in, they seemed to have held out for a better offer without giving us any updates until their decision was made."Redfin Agent, Keith Thomas, Jr. (Trabuco Canyon, Orange County, CA)

Prior to a transaction closing, Offer Insights are not tied to a specific home, but rather to a neighborhood, postal code, or city, and no identifying information or note is shown. Once the transaction is closed, the Offer Insight is updated to include more detail, including the address of the home and the note itself. Redfin sends homebuyers a notification email about the Offer Insight, which includes the ability to opt out of the program. Only Redfin agents are able to post Offer Insights.

About Redfin
Redfin (http://www.redfin.com) is a technology-powered real estate broker that represents people buying and selling homes. Founded and run by technologists, Redfin has a team of experienced, full-service real estate agents who are advocates, not sales-people, earning customer-satisfaction bonuses, not commissions. Redfin's online tools feature all the broker-listed homes for sale, as well as for-sale-by-owner properties that don't pay brokers a commission. The company serves 20 U.S. markets and has closed more than $5 billion in home sales. In 2012, Redfin was named one of The DIGITAL 100: World's Most Valuable Private Tech Companies by Business Insider. Follow us on blog.redfin.com, on Twitter @redfin, and Facebook.com/Redfin.

SOURCE  Redfin Corporation

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Redfin Corporation

CONTACT: +1-206-588-6863, press@redfin.com

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

Mobile Satellite Trailer from Skycasters Showcases the Art of Practical Engineering

AKRON, Ohio, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Skycasters, the leader in broadband satellite internet solutions, announces the roll out of its go-anywhere, do-anything mobile satellite trailer--the MST. Third generation and built in America, it is the latest in the company's line of mobile and portable solutions that are engineered to be smarter, faster, and tougher than any other solutions on the market. The Skycasters MST provides true broadband speeds for internet, voice and video, and is designed to be so easy to use, even untrained personnel can use it to establish a wireless hotspot in less than 10 minutes.

The MST employs the latest iDirect Evolution X5 communications platform, the same one used by the U.S. Government, to provide a connection to the U.S. internet backbone. It is designed around performance-grade electronics and power components, including a 1.2m iNet satellite dish, and GPS-guided controller, 1,000 foot radius wireless LAN antenna, and a whisper-quiet Honda generator with a built-in inverter that eliminates power surges. The unit also features a power-coated aluminum frame that is rugged and durable, but light enough to be towed by a small vehicle.

"This is what happens when you believe in the art of practical engineering," says Skycasters President Mike Kister. "We designed the MST for high stake missions such as emergency response, disaster relief and homeland security, so they can get to the site and set up quickly. All it takes to connect is the push of a button--no laptop required. The chassis is wilderness tough and the electronics are robust, reliable and scalable. It is the best value on the market today for mobile broadband service."

To request a free DVD that shows just how easy the Skycasters' MST is to use, visit http://www.skycasters.com or call 1-800-268-8653.

Full press release available here: http://www.skycasters.com/satellite-internet-articles/archives/2013/02052013-Skycasters-mobile-satellite-trailer.html

About Skycasters

Skycasters has been the industry leader in VSAT technology since 2001. The company delivers fast, reliable broadband satellite internet access, secure VPNs, mobile and portable satellite internet, and corporate data services to customers around the world using three geostationary satellites for coverage virtually everywhere in the western hemisphere.

SOURCE  Skycasters

Skycasters

CONTACT: Skycasters, LLC, US, +1-800-268-8653, International, +1-330-785-2100, info@skycasters.com

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

Investor Economics, Canadian Provider of Financial Services Business Intelligence Data and Research, Merges Its Business with Asset International

Combination will expand range of services to North American financial institutions

NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Asset International, Inc., a global provider of business intelligence through its data research, marketing services and events for the world's leading financial institutions, announced it has agreed to acquire Investor Economics.

Headquartered in Toronto, Investor Economics is the premier source of business intelligence data and research for Canadian banks, asset managers, brokerages, wealth managers, and insurance companies.

Earl Bederman, Founder and CEO of Investor Economics, commented, "Joining forces with Asset International is an exciting opportunity for me and my team at Investor Economics, the company I started more than 20 years ago. Asset International's passion about data, close customer relationships, and global resources will expand our capabilities to serve clients."

Investor Economics will become a part of Asset International's Strategic Insight division, the New York, Boston, London, Hong Kong, and Melbourne-based supplier of data, tools, and research to the global asset management industry.

As examples of anticipated synergies, Mr. Bederman cited plans for Investor Economics to introduce to its clients in Canada products, technology, and expertise from Strategic Insight and the broader set of Asset International's global brands. Investor Economics' research also will be incorporated into Strategic Insight's global services.

According to Jim Casella, Asset International's Chief Executive Officer, "Investor Economics allows us to have an unparalleled offering for asset management business intelligence throughout all of North America and extends our service platforms into adjacent sectors such as insurance and wealth management." He observed that Investor Economics shares valuable attributes with Asset International's other divisions, including market leading position, loyal customers served for more than 20 years, and unique business intelligence data and research.  Casella also noted that Investor Economics and Strategic Insight have enjoyed a longstanding relationship and recently finished a joint research project for the Investment Funds Institute of Canada.

Mr. Bederman and his team will continue to run Investor Economics.  According to Casella, "Retaining the founders and their teams has been a core acquisition strategy for Asset International in the 7 acquisitions we have made. It helps ensure we keep the entrepreneurial spirit and, most importantly, the close relationship to customers established over many years."

Mr. Casella added that Asset International, with financial backing from Austin Ventures and a credit facility with Goldman Sachs, continues to look to enhance its strong organic growth with additional acquisitions of specialized information providers to the asset management and other financial services industries worldwide. "Through Asset International's companies, global financial services firms can now access a broad spectrum of business intelligence information and technology in a comprehensive rather than fragmented manner," he asserted.

About Asset International
Asset International is a privately-held global provider of information and technology to pension funds, asset managers, financial advisers, banking service providers, and other financial institutions in the private and public sector. Its industry-leading brands include Strategic Insight, SIMFUND, Plan for Life, PLANSPONSOR, PLANADVISER, aiCIO, Global Custodian, and The Trade. The company has offices in New York, Hong Kong, London, Melbourne, Boston, and Stamford, CT. 

About Investor Economics
Headquartered in Toronto, Investor Economics is the foremost independent source of business intelligence on the asset management, wealth management, banking, brokerage, and insurance industries in Canada.

SOURCE  Asset International, Inc.

Asset International, Inc.

CONTACT: Jason Cassidy, Asset International, +1-212-584-5739, jcassidy@assetinternational.com; or Earl Bederman, Investor Economics, +1-416-341-0114, earl@iei.ca

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

Exinda Provides Network Visibility, Assures Critical Voice Apps for LTC

Global construction management firm saves "hundreds of thousands of dollars" with Network Control solutions from Exinda

BOSTON, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Exinda, a global provider of next-generation WAN optimization and Network Control solutions, today announced that Lakeshore Toltest Corporation (LTC) has implemented Network Control solutions from Exinda to ensure the performance of its critical applications at remote construction sites around the globe. LTC, one of the fastest-growing construction management companies in the world, operates more than 40 construction offices, primarily in the government services market, with a growing business in the oil and gas industry.

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With construction sites in remote locations, such as Kabul, Afghanistan, and Williams County, North Dakota, LTC relies on expensive satellite links at many sites to maintain access to its critical services, which include e-mail, Skype for voice and SharePoint for other applications. With its connections continually maxed out, and expensive upgrades looming, LTC turned to Exinda for visibility into its bandwidth utilization.

"We need much better visibility and insight into what kind of data was moving over our network because the other option - a satellite upgrade - was very expensive," said Jay Fowler, network manager for LTC. "Voice via Skype is our most important application and we needed to make sure that it was always available, especially for conference calls. Access to the Internet overall, and to SharePoint specifically, is also important because that's how we provide information to and from our partners. And as part of the puzzle, we also need to make sure we are keeping the morale of our personnel in mind, because some of these locations are very high stress, and access to the Internet and to their families is very important."

With Exinda solutions in place at 18 locations, ranging from its principal offices in Maumee, Ohio, and Detroit, Mich., to remote sites in Afghanistan, Iraq and Guam, LTC has clear visibility into its traffic. The company uses Exinda's policy-management capabilities to create custom policy configurations based on the needs of each site, for example, prioritizing Skype above all other traffic, dropping P2P traffic and restricting social sites like Facebook during work hours. "We used to battle with this on a daily basis, but with Exinda, it's not an issue at all. I estimate that Exinda has saved us hundreds of thousands of dollars in satellite and network upgrade costs across our locations," Fowler said.

"Exinda is pleased to provide LTC the visibility it needs into its network traffic, and the ability to assure the performance of the applications that are most strategic to its business," said Brendan Reid, vice president of product marketing for Exinda. "Exinda's policy-based WAN optimization 2.0 capabilities give LTC the context to effectively balance applications such as Skype, which it utilizes for both business and recreational purposes. Without this intelligence and policies to govern the company's bandwidth usage, critical applications can and will be impacted."

About Exinda

Exinda is a leading global supplier of WAN optimization and Network Control solutions. Exinda enables organizations to assure a predictable user experience for strategic business applications through policy-based WAN optimization and Network Control that intelligently allocate network bandwidth and optimize traffic based on the priorities of the business. The company has helped more than 2,500 organizations in over 80 countries worldwide assure application performance, improve the end-user experience, contain recreational applications and reduce network operating costs for the IT executive. For more information, please visit http://www.exinda.com.

About LTC

LTC is among the fastest growing construction management companies in the industry, operating across government services and industrial/commercial markets globally through a network of over 40 offices.  Serving a wide variety of end markets, including facilities, infrastructure, energy, and oil and gas, LTC provides creative, sustainable solutions for our clients. With a staff of over 600 experienced management, technical, operations, and support staff worldwide, LTC has successfully executed construction projects totaling more than $1B over the last 5 years. For more information, please visit http://www.lakeshoretoltest.com.

SOURCE  Exinda

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Exinda

CONTACT: Sue O'Keefe, Connect2 Communications, +1-508-494-7771, sue.okeefe@connect2comm.com

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

Traterra Announces Partnership with Andrew Zimmern

Celebrity chef to act as face of the new travel provider in 2013

MILWAUKEE, Wis., Feb. 7,  2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Staying true to its promise to provide extraordinary  vacations through global travel expertise and resources, Traterra is excited to announce that chef and television personality Andrew Zimmern has signed on to be a travel insider for the new travel provider. 

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Widely recognized for hosting Travel Channel's popular Bizarre Foodswith Andrew Zimmern series, Zimmern is a two-time James Beard Award-winning television personality, chef, author, and teacher. As a travel insider, Zimmern will play a pivotal role in enhancing Traterra's product offerings through his food and travel expertise.   In addition, he will be featured as a guest blogger and editorial contributor.

"Partnering with Traterra was a logical choice, as they embrace my personal belief that people need to move beyond being tourists, and become true travelers of the world," said Zimmern. "Traterra is dedicated to creating amazing vacations by helping people look beyond what is right in front of them and experience new things, which is the way I live my life."

"We are thrilled to have Andrew Zimmern as the face of Traterra, as he embodies the passion and sense of adventure we embrace with our brand," said Lynn Clark, vice president of marketing for Traterra. "We look forward to working with Andrew and leveraging his expertise to enhance the one-of-a-kind vacations and travel experiences we deliver."

This partnership is the first of its kind for the new travel provider, and Traterra is the sole travel partner for Andrew Zimmern.

ABOUT ANDREW ZIMMERN
Andrew Zimmern is regarded as one of the most versatile and knowledgeable personalities in the food world. As the creator, host and executive producer of Travel Channel's hit series, Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern, he travels the globe, exploring food. More at http://www.andrewzimmern.com.

ABOUT TRATERRA
Traterra represents the newest consumer-centric option in travel by delivering the perfect mix of agent expertise with online planning and booking capabilities. Traterra offers all of the benefits and conveniences of online providers, in addition to unprecedented personalized traveler care - during planning stages, while on vacation or after customers return from their trip. To start your amazing vacation, please visit Traterra.com.

Follow us on Twitter @TeamTraterra   Like us on Facebook/Team Traterra

MEDIA CONTACT:
Annie Holschuh
Public Relations, Traterra
414.247.2140
aholschuh@bvk.com

SOURCE  Traterra

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Traterra

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

Green Throttle(TM) Revs Up Its Developer SDK

Green Throttle Releases Convenient Plug-ins for Marmalade, Corona SDK and Unity Game Development Platforms

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Green Throttle(TM) Games, maker of the Atlas wireless game controller, the Arena console app and publisher of mobile games, is gaining momentum in the video game developer community with the availability of its software plug-in on the Marmalade, Corona SDK and Unity developer platforms in late February. These new integrations make Green Throttle's unique mobile console, or "monsole" experience available to all developers already using the platforms.

"By integrating our SDK and building in support for Green Throttle's controllers, developers now have the opportunity to breathe new life into their existing games with the introduction of Atlas controllers," said Stacey Hirata, Head of Publishing and Developer Relations for Green Throttle Games. "In addition, developers have the ability to break through the clutter with the spotlight of the Arena app and the improved app discovery.  New innovative games can be built from the ground up to fully enable multiple controllers and the 10' experience."

Green Throttle blends the "lean back" multiplayer experience of a console game with the convenience and low cost of a mobile device to deliver unique gaming experiences. The benefits of developing games for Green Throttle include:

    --  Keep the earnings: Green Throttle doesn't take a cut of revenue
        generated by game sales and monetization.
    --  Enhance app discovery: Through Green Throttle's Arena app, games
        supporting the Atlas controller will be accessible from a single
        marketplace that is easy to use and find.
    --  Free the imagination: By connecting to the TV and supporting our
        Bluetooth SPP controllers developers are now able to move beyond mobile
        or traditional console features to combine the best of both worlds.
"Marmalade is all about taking games to new platforms and screens, and so Green Throttle is a natural partner for us," said Tim Closs, Chief Technology Officer at Marmalade. "We're looking forward to seeing more games like Expendable Rearmed, which has leveraged Marmalade to come to the Android platform and is now making use of Green Throttle to enable a console-like multiplayer experience over mobile."

Since the availability of the Green Throttle SDK in November, more than 500 developers have begun testing the controller and evaluating ways to build games that support it. By aligning with Corona, Marmalade and Unity, Green Throttle gains access to more than 50,000 game developers around the world, including Retrobomb and Shiny Box.

"We're thrilled to partner with Green Throttle and offer Corona SDK developers the ability to build innovative new games," says Walter Luh, CEO of Corona Labs. "The industry continues to evolve very rapidly and Green Throttle is at the forefront of bringing console-like experiences to mobile.

About Corona Labs

Corona Labs Inc. is a venture-backed mobile software company based in Palo Alto, CA. Corona Labs' products, the award-winning Corona SDK, Corona Enterprise and Corona Cloud, democratize app development by empowering developers, from independents to large studios, to create cross-platform applications, games and eBooks for iOS(TM), Android(TM), Kindle Fire®, and NOOK(TM). Boasting a community of over 200,000 developers worldwide, apps created with Corona have had over 1,000,000,000 sessions in the last 10 months alone.

About Marmalade

Marmalade's cross-platform tools help developers save time and effort while extending their apps to any mobile device. Marmalade supports native (C++) or hybrid (HTML5) tools used to create richer apps on any operating system including iOS, Android, Windows Phone 8, BlackBerry, Windows and Mac, as well as select Smart TVs. Chart-smashing mobile games rely on Marmalade, from casuals such as 'Cut the Rope', 'Plants vs Zombies' and 'Draw Something' to high-performance titles like 'Call of Duty', 'Need for Speed' and 'Pro Evolution Soccer'. Based in London, Marmalade also has a San Francisco office and is backed by key investors including ARM Holdings (NASDAQ: ARMH). Marmalade is a trading name of Ideaworks3D Ltd.

About Green Throttle Games

Green Throttle Games, Inc. is a Santa Clara, CA based company that develops high-quality, innovative games and hardware for mobile devices. The company's founders Charles Huang, Matt Crowley and Karl Townsend, visionaries from the video game and mobile industries teamed up to unlock the potential of mobile on the big screen, connecting people and platforms in a way that is simple and fun. More information about Green Throttle Games is available on the company's website at http://www.greenthrottle.com.

For Information Contact:
Karen Blondell

Sparkpr for Green Throttle Games
greenthrottle@sparkpr.com

424-263-7371

SOURCE  Green Throttle Games

Green Throttle Games

Web Site: http://greenthrottle.com

MeetMeLifestyle.com Launches Exciting New and Innovative Fusion of Social Networking and Online Dating Sites

LONDON, February 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

          Redefining how singles meet, MeetMeLifestyle.com connects members based on

                        common interests, lifestyles and cultures.

    With over two thirds of 'first meets' arranged via the internet, there is no denying
that online dating and social networking are two of the most popular past-times in the
world. However, thanks to MeetMeLifestyle.com, the two concepts are about to fuse into a
single platform, poised to redefine how singles meet each other.

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    The exclusive members-only web platform is set for a glittering launch on Valentine's
Day, with much hype already surrounding the website's unique concept.

    Unlike most dating sites that place all of their users into the same category,
MeetMeLifestyle.com helps singles increase their chances of meeting the right person by
bringing people together based on their culture, lifestyle, age and shared interests.

    "Our mission is to redefine dating and social networks by connecting like-minded
individuals based on true commonality," says Jeff Cole, Managing Director.

    He continues, "We'll do it by connecting singles with common interests and cultures.
Every member will have an opportunity to share conversation and experiences, together with
providing a comprehensive, lifestyle specific, profile search match facility for
friendship, dating, socialising."

    A diligent two-year development period has placed a critical focus on intuitive
usability, as well as optimizing the website for the latest tablet and mobile devices;
very different to the many lack-lustre dating websites that make searching for a partner a
monotonous chore.

    "Upon receiving an invite to join the network, members are able to choose their
lifestyle network via a carousel-opening menu. Options range all of the way from oriental
and wealthy networks all the way to those focusing on the gay community and those studying
at University," Cole adds.

    After selecting a lifestyle, members are able to connect with those sharing the same
interests and desires, allowing for a quicker, safer and more successful dating experience
when compared with sites already on the market.

    Critics expect the sites to become an instant hit. Due to this, Cole and his team urge
interested singles to sign up as quickly as possible in order to avoid disappointment.

    "We'll only be allowing a limited number of new members to join when we open our
doors, so don't delay getting in board. See you on the other side!" he concludes.

    The websites are due to launch on Valentine's Day - 14th February 2013.

    Information can be found at: http://meetmelifestyle.com

    MeetMeLifestyle is also active across numerous social networks:

    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/meetmelifestyle

    Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/meetmelifestyle

    Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/meetmelifestyle

    About the Website:

    MeetMeLifestyle has a number of well-defined goals.

       
        - Introducing individual lifestyles, contrasting cultures within exclusive
          social/dating networks.
        - Connecting single like-minded individuals/groups with common interests
        - Sharing conversation and experiences through the innovation of the latest
          technology
        - Providing comprehensive lifestyle specific profile search facilities for
          friendship, dating and socialising

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MeetMeLifestyle

CONTACT: Contact:Name: Jeff Cole, Position: Managing Director, Email: info@meetmelifestyle.com, Phone: +44(0)207-183-0470.

Diapers.com Launches iPad App

Fast, Free 1-2 Day Shipping on Orders $49+ on Everyday Baby Essentials is Now Even Easier with the New Diapers.com iPad App

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Quidsi, Inc., today announced the launch of its Diapers.com iPad app, providing busy parents with an iPad-optimized fast, simple and seamless shopping experience on Diapers.com as well as their other Familyhood sites: Soap.com, BeautyBar.com, Wag.com, YoYo.com, Casa.com, Vine.com, AfterSchool.com and Bookworm.com.

The company's customers have been using the highly rated Diapers.com app for iPhone and Android since its availability in April 2011 and November 2012, respectively. Diapers.com customers have been rapidly shifting their usage to mobile and tablet devices.

"Our mission is to make shopping for baby essentials as easy as possible, and our customers have been telling us that shopping on a tablet is a key part of that," said Ron Feldman, director of Quidsi's mobile and tablet group. "In fact, in December 2012 40 percent of all Diapers.com traffic came from mobile and tablet devices, an increase of more than 100 percent from the year prior. We're excited to help simplify the on-the-go lifestyle of parents by making their request for an iPad app a reality to keep their growing families moving."

The free Diapers.com app for iPad builds on the unique shopping experience and wide product assortment found on the Diapers.com website and on the iPhone and Android apps, including fast, free delivery - on orders of $49 or more - excellent customer service, and a shared shopping cart across the Familyhood sites.

Notable app features include:

    --  Shopping cart and account are synched with the web and all other apps so
        consumers can start and end their shopping experience anywhere
    --  Quick access to reorder frequently purchased items with MyLists
    --  Lightning fast search with options to search via voice or scanning a
        barcode
    --  Browse and search across the entire Quidsi Familyhood of sites
The iPad app will make shopping for baby essentials even easier for busy moms shopping with one hand during middle-of-the-night feedings and for moms and dads juggling numerous activities and children throughout the day.

To download the app visit: http://www.diapers.com/app

About Quidsi, Inc.
Quidsi owns and operates Diapers.com (baby care), Soap.com (everyday essentials), BeautyBar.com (prestige beauty), Wag.com (pet supplies), YoYo.com (toys), Casa.com (home & houseware essentials), Vine.com (green goods), AfterSchool.com (kids gear) and Bookworm.com (children's books), linking all the sites together under the Familyhood promise--seeking  to make customers' lives a little easier by offering free (with minimum purchase) and fast shipping across a broad selection of easy-to-navigate sites with continuous customer service and support for online shopping. Quidsi is redefining e-commerce by combining the focus and one-on-one connection of a specialty store with the scale, efficiency, choice, value and reliability of a national retailer.

CONTACT
Kate Scarpa

Weber Shandwick for Quidsi

212.445.8094
kscarpa@webershandwick.com

SOURCE  Quidsi

Quidsi

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

Latest Advances in FineSim Deliver Up to 2X Performance and Capacity Improvements

Enhancements Accelerate Verification of Advanced-node Memory Designs

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Highlights:

    --  Up to 2X simulation speed-up for memory designs
    --  Up to 2X capacity improvement
    --  Built-in HSPICE device modeling engine
    --  FinFET (BSIM-CMG 106.1) model support
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a global leader providing software, IP and services used to accelerate innovation in chips and electronic systems, today announced the availability of the latest release of its FineSim((TM)) circuit simulator. The 2012.12 release of FineSim introduces new algorithms for layout resistance and capacitance (RC) parasitic reduction and complex on-chip power network simulation, enabling up to 2X simulation speed-up and capacity for post-layout simulation of a broad range of memory designs compared to previous versions of FineSim. In addition, this release of FineSim incorporates the industry-proven HSPICE(®) device modeling engine, which includes support for the FinFET BSIM-CMG 106.1 standard. The new built-in HSPICE modeling engine ensures that FineSim simulation results are consistent with HSPICE golden accuracy simulations.

"SK Hynix has deployed FineSim as its primary FastSPICE circuit simulation tool for advanced-node memory timing, power and reliability verification," said Sang Il Lee, head of the Advanced Design CAE, Research and Development Division at SK Hynix. "The simulation speed and capacity improvements in the latest release of FineSim will allow us to handle the increased complexity and post-layout parasitic data of our next-generation memory designs, as well as maintain our overall memory verification productivity."

Synopsys' FineSim solution provides a unique high-performance circuit simulation technology that combines FastSPICE and SPICE simulation in a single executable, enabling designers to seamlessly switch between FastSPICE and SPICE simulation with no netlist reformatting or environment changes. This unique capability provides maximum flexibility and ease-of-use for circuit designers, enabling them to take advantage of FastSPICE performance when the highest throughput is needed and switch to SPICE mode when the highest simulation accuracy is critical. FineSim's innovative multi-core/multi-machine simulation technology takes full advantage of existing compute infrastructure and can deliver superior speed and capacity scaling to shorten long simulation runs for complex memory and analog designs.

"FineSim leads the industry in DRAM, SRAM and Flash memory verification," said Paul Lo, general manager and senior vice president of the Analog/Mixed-Signal Group at Synopsys. "Providing high circuit simulation performance, capacity and accuracy to our leading customers, such as SK Hynix, is a key priority for Synopsys. The latest release of FineSim delivers on our commitment to accelerate our customers' innovation and enables them to keep up with the increasing complexity of advanced-node memory verification."

About Synopsys
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) accelerates innovation in the global electronics market. As a leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP, its software, IP and services help engineers address their design, verification, system and manufacturing challenges. Since 1986, engineers around the world have been using Synopsys technology to design and create billions of chips and systems. Learn more at http://www.synopsys.com.

Editorial Contacts:
Monica Marmie

Synopsys, Inc.

650-584-2890
monical@synopsys.com

Lisa Gillette-Martin

MCA, Inc.

650-968-8900 ext. 115
lgmartin@mcapr.com

SOURCE  Synopsys, Inc.

Synopsys, Inc.

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

Sharp Announces New High Performance Workgroup Document Systems With Second Generation Touch-Screen And Enhanced Cloud Capability

New color MFPs raise the bar for productivity with a faster controller, enhanced paper handling and standard Wi-Fi

MAHWAH, N.J., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA), a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, introduced the new MX-2640N, MX-3140N and MX-3640N color workgroup document systems offering speeds of 26ppm, 31ppm and 36ppm respectively. These new models offer enhanced performance and include many new features to help businesses be more productive. Standard PCL((R) )6 and true Adobe((R)) PostScript((R))3(TM) printing systems help ensure documents print with the precision and accuracy customers expect. The MX-2640N, MX-3140N and MX-3640N also come standard with PANTONE((R)) Licensing for color critical environments that utilize the PANTONE Matching System.

"These new workgroup models are designed around today's contemporary office environments offering powerful multitasking features, off-premises cloud support, mobile device access and more," said Mike Marusic, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Business Solutions Group, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America. "Tablet-style menu navigation combined with a built-in retractable keyboard and Internet browsing ability enables these MFPs to be both high functioning and a strong value. The MX-2640N, MX-3140N and MX-3640N document systems are ideal for demanding workgroup environments where high productivity is required."

The MX-2640N, MX-3140N and MX-3640N are built on the Sharp OSA((R)) 4.1 development platform, offering powerful document workflow capabilities to help businesses leverage their network infrastructure, as well as off-premises cloud services. All three models include Sharp OSA modules for application communication and external accountingapplications as standard.

These new models also feature Sharp's second generation high-resolution, touch-screen display offering easy-to-use tablet-style menu navigation and multi-touch pinch & zoom image preview.

The available built-in web browser (standard on the MX-3640N) provides access to web pages for walk-up access to Internet resources.

Convenience and Productivity Features

Sharp's built in Wi-Fi wireless networking with the free Sharpdesk((R)) Mobile app offers convenience printing and scanning for guest users without having to access the company's corporate network. The MFP's "Point-to-Point" mode establishes a direct wireless connection to mobile devices, which is isolated from the wired LAN. 

The MX-2640N, MX-3140N and MX-3640N offer a new 500 + 2,000 sheet tandem paper drawer enabling a total on-line paper capacity of up to 6,600 sheets for enhanced productivity. Also, a new long paper feeding tray option can feed banner paper up to 48    long. Expanded media capability supports paper weights up to 110 lb. cover stock (300 gsm) giving businesses added flexibility for producing professional documents.

The MX-2640N, MX-3140N and MX-3640N also offer a choice of two high-performance finishers that provide a professional look and feel. Businesses can choose from a compact inner finisher or a floor-standing saddle-stitch finisher, both offering three-position stapling and available three-hole punch.

Availability

The new MX-2640N, MX-3140N and MX-3640N color workgroup document systems are available immediately for purchase via authorized Sharp dealers and direct sales. Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America is a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. sales and marketing subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, Osaka, Japan.  For more information about the complete line of Sharp workgroup document systems, contact Sharp Electronics Corporation, Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, N.J., 07495-1163. For online product information, visit http://www.sharpusa.com/documents.

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About Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, markets the advanced, color MX Series multifunction printers (MFP) systems that help companies manage workflow efficiently and increase productivity. Sharp((R)) MFPs feature the Sharp OSA((R) )development platform, which seamlessly integrates network applications to create a personalized MFP that can meet virtually any business need, and Scan(2) technology, which scans two-sided documents in a single pass, to enhance scanning reliability and help preserve document integrity.  To keep documents safe from unauthorized users, Sharp is a leader in the MFP industry in security by offering one of the most secure suites of MFP applications.

About Sharp Electronics Corporation

Sharp Electronics Corporation is the U.S. subsidiary of Japan's Sharp Corporation. Sharp is a worldwide developer of one-of-a-kind home entertainment products, appliances, networked multifunctional office solutions, solar energy solutions, LED lighting and mobile communication and information tools. Leading brands include AQUOS((R)) Quattron(TM) LCD televisions, AQUOS BOARD(TM) interactive display systems, SharpVision((R) )projectors, Insight((R) )Microwave Drawer((R)) ovens, Notevision((R)) multimedia projectors and Plasmacluster((R)) air purifiers.

Sharp, Sharp OSA, and related trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sharp Corporation and/or its affiliated companies.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Sharp Electronics Corporation

Sharp Electronics Corporation

CONTACT: Cassie Batinich, Ketchum, +1-646-935-3969, Cassie.batinich@ketchum.com

Web Site: http://www.sharpusa.com/documents

BlogFrog's Holly Hamann To Discuss Advocacy Through Influencer Marketing At Social Media Marketing Conference

Hamann to discuss the shift from ineffective advertising to influencer marketing at the 6th Annual Social Media Marketing Conference

BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

    Who:   Holly Hamann
           Co-founder and CMO
           BlogFrog
           (http://www.theblogfrog.com)

            Hamann has extensive experience launching start-ups in the
            internet, multimedia, entertainment, video and other high-
            tech industries. At BlogFrog, she leads strategic planning
            and marketing for the fast-growing start-up that helps
            brands connect with consumers in meaningful ways through
            influencer marketing campaigns. She is an active industry
            thought leader - speaking at conferences, contributing
            content on technology and marketing to various
            publications, is an American Marketing Association (AMA)
            "Marketer of the Year" recipient and is a contributing
            blogger for The Huffington Post.

    What:   From Advertising to Advocacy: Why Influencer Marketing
            Matters

            Bloggers and social media content creators are the new
            influencers and often have larger and more trusted
            audiences than traditional media. Influencer marketing
            partners brands with social influencers to create and
            distribute relevant content that is targeted toward an
            audience that cares and is shared in a way that is
            authentic and transparent. It involves less shouting and
            more listening. It means less advertising noise and more
            quality conversations about things that matter. When
            brands partner with supporters and influencers who are
            closer to their target audience than they are, it is a
            huge step toward building consumer trust and being part of
            the social conversations consumers are having long before
            they ever buy a product. Attendees will learn best
            practices for creating powerful influencer marketing
            programs that help their brands shift from ineffective
            advertising to earned advocacy.

    Where: 6th Annual Social Media Marketing Conference
           The Old Mill Inn
           21 Old Mill Road
           Toronto, ON
           M8X 1G5 Canada
           (http://www.oldmilltoronto.com/)

    When:  Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013 11:15 a.m. - 11:55 a.m. EST

    Share:  #BlogFrog @HollyHamann describes the shift towards
            #influencer #marketing at #social #media marketing
            conference Feb. 13

    Info:   To arrange an interview with Hamann or to speak with her
            about her presentation please contact Christie Denniston
            at Catapult PR-IR:
           Office number: 303-581-7760, ext. 13
           Mobile number: 303-827-5164
           Email (cdenniston@catapultpr-ir.com)
           Twitter: @prhightech

SOURCE  BlogFrog

BlogFrog

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

Echelon Selected for Smart Grid Gotland Project

Echelon to provide its Edge Control Node, Grid Sensors and Meters During 2013; Applications Include Transformer Monitoring, Outage Detection, Load Management and More

SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Echelon Corporation (NASDAQ: ELON), the world's leading energy control networking solution provider, today announced that it has been selected for the project Smart Grid Gotland. This project is a large-scale, pioneering smart grid technology demonstration on the island of Gotland, Sweden. It is a joint venture between Vattenfall, Gotland Energy, ABB, Swedish National Grid, Schneider Electric, Royal Institute of Technology and partly financed by the Swedish Energy Agency.

Echelon will provide its Edge Control Node, its Control Operating System (COS) based application platform and 3,000 advanced grid sensors, which also provide smart metering functionality. The first applications to use Echelon's solutions include smart metering, power quality monitoring and analysis, transformer monitoring, outage detection, load management, and related analytics applications using NES system software.

"The Smart Grid Gotland project is the perfect way to showcase how a utility with a clear plan for the future can trial new grid applications and quickly reap meaningful benefits for its customers," said Michael Anderson, senior vice president, Worldwide Markets, at Echelon. "Echelon is excited to play an important role in this project to help modernize Sweden's grid and integrate new applications that will improve grid reliability, efficiency, and performance."

The project will be a showcase for the world by demonstrating how new smart grid technologies can improve the electrical quality of large rural grids by utilizing large quantities of distributed power generation and advanced load management strategies. Echelon was selected based upon its smart meter technology, which will increase overall grid quality, efficiency and reliability, as well as integration and management of renewable energy sources. The Smart Grid Gotland project began in the fall of 2012 and will run until 2015.

As part of the project, Echelon smart meters provide hourly meter reading; two-way communication for surveillance of the low voltage grid for power quality and power outage data; substation monitoring; measurement of energy fed into the grid; interface to a distribution management system/supervisory control and data acquisition (DMS/SCADA) system; interface to a customer web-portal; and interface to a home area network (HAN).

About Echelon Corporation

Echelon Corporation (NASDAQ: ELON) is an energy control networking company, with the world's most widely deployed proven, open standard, multi-application platform, selling complete systems and embedded sub-systems for smart grid, smart city and smart building applications. Our platform is embedded in more than 100 million devices, 35 million homes, and 300,000 buildings and it powers energy savings applications for smart grids, smart cities and smart buildings. We help our customers reduce operational costs, enhance satisfaction and safety, grow revenues and prepare for a dynamic future. More information about Echelon can be found at http://www.echelon.com.

Visit the Smart Energy Blog by Echelon.

Echelon and the Echelon logo are registered trademarks of Echelon Corporation registered in the United States and other countries. Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

This press release may contain statements relating to future plans, events or performance. Such statements may involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with market acceptance of Echelon's technology by itself or combined with other applications or offerings, the risk that Echelon's offerings by themselves or combined with other applications or offerings do not perform as designed or do not offer the expected benefits and savings; risks associated with international sales; the timing of orders and the possibility that the project could be cancelled or that Echelon will not receive orders for a full deployment; and other risks identified in Echelon's SEC filings. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Echelon undertakes no obligation to release publicly the result of any revisions to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

Contact:
Colleen Martell
+1 (408) 832-0147
cmartell@echelon.com

SOURCE  Echelon Corporation

Echelon Corporation

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

CollabNet Addresses Enterprise Cloud Development With Open, Collaborative Platforms For Enterprise IT

Strategic acquisitions, partnerships and innovation drive growth and meet the evolving needs of software-driven organizations

BRISBANE, Calif., Feb, 7 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- CollabNet® (http://www.collab.net), the global leader for Enterprise Cloud Development and Agile ALM, continues to build on its commitment to innovation by delivering technical and service solutions that are helping reshape how software is developed and deployed today. During the past 12 months, CollabNet applied its strengths in open source, distributed development, social collaboration and hosted developer communities to address key drivers in the software industry - including Agile, cloud development, enterprise Git, DevOps and ALM.

"Making a difference, and driving fresh global software development approaches is core to the DNA of CollabNet," said Bill Portelli, co-founder and CEO of CollabNet. "Our work in Enterprise Cloud Development, Agile, DevOps and enterprise Git is making a huge difference for our customers, partners and industry.  The proof is in the numbers, with 2012 driving a record bookings and revenue year for CollabNet.  In addition, 2013 will be our biggest innovation year ever, with a series of industry changing product offerings planned yet again."

During the past 12 months CollabNet made significant strides in advancing:

Enterprise Cloud Development (ECD): CollabNet introduced major initiatives to bring cloud development to enterprise IT, including a five-step ECD (http://www.collab.net/solutions) blueprint to guide organizations as they adopt hybrid cloud strategies into the software delivery lifecycle. It also launched CloudForge(TM) (http://www.cloudforge.com), the industry's first enterprise-grade development-Platform-as-a-Service (dPaaS) that helps organizations adopt, manage and scale cloud development activities. During 2012, it also introduced enhancements to CloudForge, including a new consumer-like user experience and improved integrations with TeamForge®, Subversion Edge, Git and a host of third-party tools. CloudForge provides instant access to a range of development tools and cloud services with one-click deployment to public PaaS or private datacenters. There are now more than 26,000 active customers on CloudForge.

DevOps: To address one of the mega trends in the industry, CollabNet partnered with IT process automation and application release automation provider UC4 (http://www.collab.net/deploy) to help organizations achieve enterprise DevOps at scale. The joint offering will provide the automation, scalability and governance enterprises need to bring development and IT Operations closer together to deliver software faster and reduce IT costs. The platform to be provided by this partnership, automates the entire development-through-deployment process - including code, build, test, release, deployment and IT automation - to achieve continuous, reliable application releases at scale. 

Enterprise Git: First with Subversion and now with Git, CollabNet is leading the adoption of enterprise-grade open source SCM tools and platforms (http://www.collab.net/products/teamforge/git-for-the-enterprise). Through TeamForge and CloudForge, IT organizations have the ability to deploy and manage Git and Subversion instances from a single management platform, with best-in-class automation, tracking and compliance that are a must within distributed, enterprise software organizations. CollabNet was the first to offer Git history protection for governance and compliance, and its integration of Black Duck Code Sight into TeamForge provides a single platform to discover and reuse code across Subversion and Git repository boundaries. CollabNet also now offers a 24/7 support package for Git.

Agile: From public and private training to tools and Agile ALM platforms, CollabNet continues to strengthen its Agile-based offerings. Its global services team trains more Scrum Masters than any organization and provides hands-on training to guide Agile transformations and transitions. ScrumWorks® Pro (http://www.collab.net/products/scrumworks), now with Kanban support, can be used stand-alone or integrated with TeamForge or CloudForge. The latest version of TeamForge also includes new reporting, planning and graphical task boards for Agile ALM, and the CloudForge platform extends Agile project management through a host of point tools, including JIRA, Rally and VersionOne.

ALM: CollabNet's TeamForge ALM platform (http://www.collab.net/products/teamforge) continues to evolve as the industry's most complete and open platform for building and deploying applications by distributed teams. Enterprise IT organizations use TeamForge to manage multiple technology processes, commercial and open source tools, and deployment applications through both on-premise and privately hosted deployments, or as an offering within CloudForge. In addition, TeamForge was recognized by Forrester Research, Gartner, Info-Tech Research and Visual Studio Magazine during the past year.

"The software industry continues to change for the better, and the past year saw CollabNet coalesce several major strategic initiatives into a common cause for Enterprise Cloud Development," said Jim Ensell, CMO and Chief Strategy Officer for CollabNet. "Hybrid use of tools, platforms, processes, and clouds is today's reality in software development, as we look forward to our continued work with customers and partners to not only keep pace, but to thrive in the future."

Share this: #CollabNet builds on strong momentum for #Agile, #DevOps, #Git and #cloud development. Follow our success in 2013 @CollabNet

About CollabNet
CollabNet is a leading provider of Enterprise Cloud Development and Agile ALM products and services for software-driven organizations. With more than 10,000 global customers, the company provides a suite of platforms and services to address three major trends disrupting the software industry: Agile, DevOps and hybrid cloud development. Its CloudForge(TM) development-Platform-as-a-Service (dPaaS) enables cloud development through a flexible platform that is team friendly, enterprise ready and integrated to support leading third party tools. The CollabNet TeamForge® ALM, ScrumWorks® Pro Agileproject management and Subversion Edge and Enterprise Git source code management platforms can be deployed separately or together, in the cloud or on-premise. CollabNet complements its technical offerings with industry leading consulting and training services for Agile and cloud development transformations. Many CollabNet customers improve productivity by as much as 70 percent, while reducing costs by 80 percent. For more information, please visit (http://www.collab.net).

CollabNet, TeamForge, and ScrumWorks are registered trademarks of CollabNet, Inc.  CloudForge is a trademark of CollabNet, Inc.  Subversion is a registered trademark of the Apache Software Foundation.  Other names may be trademarks of their respective holders.

For CollabNet
Christie Denniston
Catapult PR-IR
M: 303-827-5164
O: 303-581-7760
cdenniston@catapultpr-ir.com

SOURCE  CollabNet

CollabNet

Web Site: http://www.collab.net

Redbana North America Acquires Award Winning MMORPG, Aika

Free-To-Play Publisher Announces Aika, Bringing Massive Scale PVP Warfare, Daughter System and Rich Storylines

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Redbana (http://www.t3fun.com), a publisher of free-to-play online games, today announced the launch of Aika, the action-packed massively- multiplayer online- role- playing- game (MMORPG) through Redbana's gaming portal, TFFun.com. Aika is the second game acquisition for Redbana after the launch of its17(th) century Age of Exploration Era MMORPG, Granado Espada in January.

(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130207/PH56303LOGO )

Current Aika players must act fast and provide consent to transfer characters by February 10, 2013 by linking their existing gPotato account to a T3Fun Account. Detailed information can be found on the T3Fun portal.

"Aika fits the mold of the type of high-quality game construction we want to publish," said Jun Hyun Kim, CEO of Redbana."It's one of the most popular online games on the Korean market, winning several awards for its dynamic story lines, ethereal landscapes and overall immersive game play. We want to replicate that success in North America by fine tuning the game in order to appeal to the North American audience."

Special Events:

The Five Nations of Arcan: The Call for New Players

New players are invited to reach level 71 in no time flat. The 5 nations are sparing no expense to populate their respective countries. As an incentive, all new players who register for a new account and play, will receive a jump ticket to automatically power level their character to 71 as well as receive level 65 gear.

CLEAR event

Receive a quest from Catherina Piero to journey through treacherous fields and dungeons to recover the letters C,L,E,A,R, from enemy drops. The reward? A Treasure Box filled with riches beyond the conceivable human imagination.

Aika Features:

    --  Colossal PvP battles: Align with one of five nations and step into
        massive battles of up to 1000 vs. 1000, realm vs. realm warfare.
    --  "Pran" Daughter System - Raise and evolve a companion into a trusty
        sidekick with its own set of skills and experience.
    --  Six Playable Classes: Play as Fighter, Dual Gunner, Warlock, Paladin,
        Rifleman and a Cleric.
    --  Compelling quest lines: with more than 1000 quests, the world of Arcan
        becomes its own living, breathing, persistent world.
In contrast to its large-scale PvP arenas, the "Pran" Daughter System adds a dazzling element to Aika. As players progress, they will be able to raise and evolve their own nymph called a Pran. While evolving Prans through different stages of life starting as a fairy through adulthood, players can raise their intimacy level with their loveable sidekick, unlocking different engaging levels of conversation, adding an extra layer of story immersion.

Aika is available to download now at http://aika.t3fun.com/Home/Home.aspx.

For more information about AIKA visit:

Game Website: http://aika.t3fun.com

Facebook: Facebook.com/AikaOnline

Twitter: @AIKAGLOBAL

Community Forums: http://aikaforum.t3fun.com/

About Redbana Corporation

Formed in April 2008, Redbana Corporation is the North American publishing arm of leading videogame developer and publisher, T3 Entertainment. Redbana operates through its video game portal, T3Fun.com, which also includes the titles Hellgate, Mythos and Wyd and Granado Espada. Redbana aims to take place among the elite interactive entertainment studios in the North American market by offering the most high-quality and entertaining online games in the world that appeal to a wide audience of consumers.

Contact Information:
Tommy Williams

PR for Redbana
Tommy@TheSilverTelegram.com

562-495-6045

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SOURCE  Redbana Corporation

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Redbana Corporation

Web Site: http://www.t3fun.com

E.ON Live with UMAX in the Netherlands

The business to business segment of E.ON in the Netherlands went live with Itineris'UMAX solution for utility suppliers.

DEURLE, Belgium and GHENT, Belgium, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The business to business segment of E.ON in the Netherlands went live with the UMAX solution for utility suppliers. This go-live was the first step in the implementation of an overall project called bE.One at E.ON (NL), whereby all B2B clients are serviced through one integrated business solution - in this case UMAX - which at the same time is fully ready to comply with the new Dutch market model (SOWII/Upstream!), applicable from April 1st 2013 onwards.

Besides the need to comply with the changes imposed by the Dutch regulator, E.ON launched this initiative to:

    --  simplify its IT architecture,
    --  reduce the number of applications,
    --  consolidate to one integrated IT platform.
Since a couple of weeks an initial selection of new B2B customers is being serviced out of UMAX. Further B2B clients will be migrated from the existing legacy systems to the integrated UMAX platform, while at E.ON business runs as usual...

As of the first of January 2013 all clients - existing and new - are serviced through this flexible ERP/CIS solution. All this was made possible through the joint efforts of both project teams at E.ON and Itineris.

Some highlights:

    --  From kick-off to go-live: 12 months (November 2011 - December 2012)
    --  Implementation delivered according to plan and within budget
This implementation for E.ON was contracted and initiated by E.ON IT (Group) to validate UMAX and

Microsoft Dynamics AX

2012 as a core business solution and as an alternative for SAP-ISU for E.ON's business activities.

As such, this project was one of the first realizations linked to the global licensing framework agreement signed by E.ON IT GmbH and Itineris - the solution provider behind UMAX.

This global licensing agreement defines the terms and conditions entitling any E.ON Business Unit to select UMAX as their enabler for the end-to-end processes as required for an energy supplier.

SOURCE  Itineris/UMAX

Itineris/UMAX

CONTACT: De Ganck Thomas, Itineris, +3293860102, http://www.umaxsolutions.com

Web Site: http://www.itineris.net

SearchCore Launches Manufactured Housing Industry Vertical with Acquisition of Four Web Properties

Sites to Provide Online Information Marketplaces and Tools for Growing Manufactured Housing Industry

LAKE FOREST, Calif., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- SearchCore, Inc. (OTCQX: SRER), a technology-based Internet marketing services company that connects consumers with brands, products and services, today announced the launch of a new manufactured housing industry vertical with the acquisitions of http://www.ManufacturedHomes.com, http://www.ManufacturedHome.com, http://www.Manufacturedhomes.net and http://www.ManufacturedHouse.com.   

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120106/LA31342LOGO)

"As information marketplaces, these sites will provide helpful information about the manufactured housing industry and empower consumers with the knowledge to make educated buying decisions," commented Brad Nelms, Chief Operating Officer of SearchCore and a factory built housing expert. "The acquisition of these web properties and the valuable tools they provide support SearchCore's strategy to target niche fragmented industries and become the number one or number two visited consumer site in that industry."

As recent as 2011, domestic retailers shipped more than 50,000 manufactured homes, reaching annual retail sales of $3.2 billion. The new vertical focuses on empowering consumers and related-professionals with information and tools for buying and selling manufactured homes in the United States. Manufactured homes are entirely produced in a factory. According to a 2012 report by the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI), technological advances, evolutionary designs, and a focus on delivering quality homes at an affordable price are some of the forces driving interest and demand among consumers for manufactured housing. SearchCore's manufactured housing vertical will provide buyers, sellers and other constituents with best-in-class web destinations and solutions to navigate this growing industry.   

Website and content development is underway for the build out of the newly acquired web properties on SearchCore's technology platform. The Company expects to complete beta testing and launch the sites incrementally starting with http://www.ManufacturedHomes.com, which is expected to launch in the second quarter of 2013. These finder sites will provide extensive databases of featured listing of manufactured homes for home buyers, builders, manufacturers and lenders. The sites will include features such as custom price quotes, retailer and builder directories and profiles, retailer price comparison tools, a local site contractor finder and a display model home center, among others.

"In the face of a challenging economy, the need for quality, affordable housing has never been greater," said Jim Pakulis, Chief Executive Officer of SearchCore. "The ever-improving and outstanding quality and performance of manufactured homes provides consumers with affordable options at prices ranging from 10% to 35% less per square foot than conventional completely site-built homes. With limited online options currently available, the launch of SearchCore's manufactured housing vertical will provide the premiere online destination for this evolving consumer-based industry. Along with the acquisition of Sportify.com and the management agreement with Tattoo.com in January 2013, this new vertical demonstrates SearchCore's continued commitment to creating best-in-class online destinations within a variety of niche industries."

About SearchCore, Inc.

SearchCore, Inc. is a technology-based Internet marketing services company that offers customers an integrated suite of services including media, technology, marketing and information.  Founded in 2010, SearchCore is headquartered in Lake Forest, California.  The Company's common stock trades on the OTC Market's highest tier, OTCQX, under the ticker symbol "SRER." http://www.SearchCore.com

Safe Harbor Notice

Certain statements contained herein are "forward-looking statements" (as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995).  SearchCore, Inc. cautions that statements made in this news release constitute forward-looking statements and makes no guarantee of future performance. Forward-looking statements are based on estimates and opinions of management at the time statements are made. These statements may address issues that involve significant risks, uncertainties, estimates and assumptions made by management.  Actual results could differ materially from current projections or implied results.  SearchCore, Inc. undertakes no obligation to revise these statements following the date of this news release.

SOURCE  SearchCore, Inc.

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SearchCore, Inc.

CONTACT: SearchCore, Inc., +1-855-266-4663, info@searchcore.com, or Investor Relations, Kristen McNally, Financial Profiles, Inc., +1-206-623-2233, searchcore@finprofiles.com

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

Ron D. Smith Leaves Legacy for Worthy Publishing to Build Upon

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- As Ron D. Smith departs Worthy Publishing and into his next venture he leaves behind a legacy. Worthy Publishing, an independent voice in Christian and inspirational publishing, acquired Freeman-Smith Publishing in 2012. At Freeman-Smith, Ron D. Smith and partner Criswell Freeman spent more than a decade creating and delivering specialty book imprints.

"I have the highest respect for Byron Williamson and his team at Worthy," says Smith. The company has requested that Smith remain as a presence overseeing creative work in product development and long-term relationships with major accounts. Worthy Publishing has also announced the recent hiring of Mark Gilroy as Senior Vice President. Gilroy will manage the rapidly growing Freeman-Smith imprint.

Freeman-Smith reflects a decade of commitment to print publishing for Ron D. Smith. The company's products have been widely distributed through channels as diverse as Lifeway Books and Wal-Mart. Ron D. Smith has been widely credited with having his finger on the pulse of the next big thing, something upon which Worthy can build a future.

For Ron D. Smith, the "next big thing" is accepting the position of President of Reputation Advocate, Inc. located in Franklin, Tennessee. The company provides online reputation management, defense and suppression services for a worldwide client base. "I couldn't be more excited," said Smith. "I have looked for an opportunity to jump the gap into the new digital economy and this position fits me perfectly."

Ron D. Smith will oversee the company's global expansion and focus his initial efforts on marketing and distribution. The company already has several unique affiliate relationships that position it well for growth. Reputation Advocate is privately held and self-funded, a deliberate position that the company has taken, says Steven Wyer, Managing Director for the firm. "We see a fragmented marketplace with little brand recognition at both a consumer and corporate level. Ron brings the depth of experience we have needed to manage our growth and focus," concludes Wyer.

Ron D. Smith serves as President of Reputation Advocate, Inc. He can be reached at 888-229-0746 or by email at Ron@ReputationAdvocate.com.

Visit the company online at ReputationAdvocate.com.

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SOURCE  Reputation Advocate, Inc.

Reputation Advocate, Inc.

Web Site: http://reputationadvocate.com

MoMinis Celebrates Five Years And 40 Million Users With A New Name, Fresh Look And More Games

GAME PUBLISHER REBRANDS AS PLAYSCAPE BASED ON COMPANY'S HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL GAMING ECOSYSTEM

TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Five years and 40 million users later, MoMinis is making some big changes.  The company is completely rebranding with a new name and logo, and releasing a suite of 100 original games.  Beginning today, MoMinis will be referred to as PlayScape(TM), based on the mobile game publisher's highly successful mega-game concept that it pioneered in 2011.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130207/NY55567LOGO)

"We've grown exponentially and evolved significantly, and we want our name and brand to reflect that," said Eyal Rabinovich, co-founder of PlayScape (formerly MoMinis).  "PlayScape represents our vision of providing a fully integrated ecosystem, from development and distribution, to optimization and data analysis in one holistic offering."

The PlayScape umbrella will feature a new logo and a completely overhauled website, http://www.playscape.com, and will unite all of the integrated solutions and development tools that the company provides, including:

    --  The PlayScape Studio(TM) (formerly The MoMinis Studio) encompasses
        several improvements such as enhanced visual effect capabilities to
        support hardware accelerated scaling and rotation, improved collision
        detection, full accelerometer support and Facebook integration.  Future
        enhancements will provide more monetization resources for developers and
        iOS support.
    --  The PlayScape Platform(TM) ensures games' discoverability and gives them
        immense exposure, and will automatically integrate any games created
        with The PlayScape Studio(TM).
    --  The PlayScape Center(TM) is an advanced data analysis center that
        collects data from PlayScape and utilizes it to optimize the
        distribution of games on the huge network that the company manages.
Added Rabinovich, "While our name and look has changed, our commitment to providing the best possible service to our partners, developers and game players has not."

To complement the new branding, PlayScape will release 100 games within the next year.   The games will range from classic arcade and action games to complex puzzle games featuring more than 100 levels. The games also will embrace PlayScape's social layer as an integral part of the game play.

PlayScape now reaches 40 million users, 6 million monthly active users, 1 million daily active users and garners more than 100,000 downloads a day.  The company provides game developers with unique, simplified end-to-end mobile game development solutions including comprehensive and free development tools, marketing and distribution.

PlayScape recently secured $6 million in additional funding to help scale its programs for game developers and find new ways to increase user retention, distribution and discoverability of mobile games.  The company plans to add another $4 million in funding to complete the latest round, and accomplish the aforementioned goals.

About PlayScape (formerly MoMinis)
Founded in 2008, PlayScape is a game publisher that provides game developers with simplified end-to-end mobile gaming solutions, from development to distribution.  PlayScape encompasses a network of 40 million participating game players in its network, and is a privately held company funded by BRM Group, Gemini Israel Ventures and Mitsui Ventures.  For more information, visit http://www.playscape.com.

    Press Contact:           Joanna Roses
                             917-570-4450
                             rosesjoanna@gmail.com
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