UBM launches IFSEC Global.com -- a new online community connecting the entire security and fire buying chain
LONDON, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- UBM, the company behind IFSEC and FIREX, the world's leading international security and fire events, has today announced the launch of IFSEC Global.com (http://www.ifsecglobal.com), an online community for security and fire safety professionals.
Marking the next step in the IFSEC brand's 40-year history, the new website will provide an information-hungry business community with expert articles, downloadable whitepapers, product reviews, and research.
To celebrate the launch, the IFSEC community has contributed nominations for the 40 most influential people in the global security and fire industries. Find out who has made the IFSEC 40 here: http://www.ifsecglobal.com/author.asp?section_idA4&doc_idU8743.
IFSEC Global.com brings together content and expertise from UBM's former websites, Info4Security and Info4Fire, and offers a platform for installers, end users, distributors, and manufacturers alike to share best-practices and knowledge in a community built especially for them.
Robert Ratcliff, the site's new Content and Community Manager, notes:
"In the globalized, fast-paced market that we now see, it has never been more important to keep up with the issues and new ideas that the industry is facing.
"I am really excited to be involved with the next evolution of IFSEC, the most vibrant brand in the global security and fire industry, as we become a year-round experience. I look forward to inviting people to become registered users of the community and join the conversation."
IFSEC Global.com is published in partnership with UBM DeusM, the integrated marketing services arm of UBM, which has launched more than 45 online communities for B2B audiences in the past two years. These sites have won more than 65 awards among them.
For further information about IFSEC Global.com please contact:
-- Editorial enquiries - Robert Ratcliff, Content and Community Manager
Robert.Ratcliff@ubm.com
-- Advertising enquiries - Tana Forte, Customer Solutions Manager
Tana.Forte@ubm.com
About IFSEC
IFSEC is the world's No.1 security and fire events brand, with a global network of face-to-face events, education, and business information.Our events bring together the entire buying chain under one roof, looking for education, solutions, and networking that's impossible to find elsewhere on such a scale, while the new IFSEC Global.com website provides year-round interaction and learning.
About UBM Live
UBM Live connects people and creates opportunities for companies across five continents to develop new business, meet customers, launch new products, promote their brands, and expand their markets. Through premier brands such as TFM&A, Internet World, IFSEC, MD&M, CPhI, Cruise Shipping Miami, the Concrete Show, and many others, UBM Live exhibitions, conferences, awards programs, publications, websites, and training and certification programs are an integral part of the marketing plans of companies across more than 20 industry sectors.
About UBM DeusM
UBM DeusM (http://www.deusm.com) is an integrated marketing services company owned by UBM plc, targeting the fastest growing segment of the online publishing industry: business social media. UBM DeusM have built and delivered more than 45 successful sites and online communities over the last two years. UBM DeusM's service is based on a unique platform, called Community in a Box (CiaB), which employs a structured system of proven B2B Web publishing best-practices, combined with a breakthrough integrated multimedia publishing platform ("n-Server") to enable marketers to quickly and profitably set up specialized communities for their target customers.
Eat24 and Card.io turn your iPhone and Android into an instant credit card reader
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Eat24.com, the top online destination for food delivery & take-out, has recently partnered with Card.io, a credit card scanner app. Now, when you check out from any of Eat24's 20,000 restaurants, you can just snap a picture of your credit card to pay your bill using your smartphone's built-in camera. The revamped Eat24 app automatically extracts your credit card information in a single tap, similar to mobile check deposits.
"Instagram makes your pictures pretty, but it can't pay for dinner," says Nadav, co-founder of Eat24. "Our app lets you use your smartphone camera to pick up the tab. Just point the camera at your credit card to scan and use the photo to pay for food. Money shot!"
Card.io, which was recently bought by PayPal, features a 256-bit SSL-encryption that never stores your credit card, ensuring every order is safe and secure. There's no additional hardware, and just like any other order from the Eat24 app, it's 100% free. The new feature is available for both iPhone and Android users.
"We're always looking for ways to make the ordering process faster and easier for our customers," says Nadav. "Nobody enjoys typing lengthy credit card numbers on a mobile device, especially with thumbs as big as mine. With the Eat24 app, you'll never have to, so you can save your fingers for something else."
About Eat24
Eat24, the premier destination for fast and easy online food ordering, brings users access to over one million dishes from over 20,000 local restaurants in 850 cities nationwide. Through the company's free service on Eat24.com, customers can search for local restaurants by cuisine, dish or proximity to home, read user reviews, receive exclusive discounts and complete their order in one streamlined process from start to finish. Founded in 2008, Eat24 is a privately held company headquartered in the San Francisco Bay area. To learn more about Eat24, please visit http://www.Eat24.com, facebook.com/eat24 and twitter.com/eat24.
The International Association of Chiefs of Police Unveil Guiding Principles For Law Enforcement's Transition To Cloud Services As New Study Shows That Over Half of U.S. Law Enforcement Agencies Likely to be Using Cloud-Based Solutions in Next Two Years
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) released "Guiding Principles on Cloud Computing in Law Enforcement" at the Leveraging the Cloud for Law Enforcement Symposium held at the Newseum. Developed in collaboration with key law enforcement subject matter experts from around the nation as well as experts from SafeGov.org, the principles establish clear and concise parameters and a path forward for the exploration of cloud-based computing solutions and services by law enforcement. The IACP principles come after a newly released IACP/Ponemon Institute/SafeGov.org commissioned survey showed that over half of law enforcement agencies surveyed indicated that they had implemented, were planning or considering implementing cloud-based solutions in the next two years.
"Cloud computing represents an important shift in the way information resources are managed and deployed by law enforcement agencies," said Bart R. Johnson, Executive Director, IACP. "Realizing the substantial potential benefits of cloud computing, however, requires that we recognize the sensitivity of law enforcement information, make every effort to maintain the security and availability of key systems and data, and that we work closely with industry to build solutions that meet the critical and evolving needs of law enforcement."
The IACP principles focus on addressing some of the most tangible benefits that cloud computing offers, including cost savings, rapid deployment of critical resources, off-site storage and disaster recovery as well as meeting dynamic operational needs, while maintaining the security of systems and the proper use of data.
Key principles include:
-- FBI CJIS Security Policy Compliance - Services provided by a cloud
service provider must comply with the requirements of the Criminal
Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy.
-- Data Ownership - Law enforcement agencies should ensure that they retain
ownership of all data.
-- Impermissibility of Data Mining - Law enforcement agencies should ensure
that the cloud service provider does not mine or otherwise process or
analyze data for any purpose not explicitly authorized by the law
enforcement agency.
-- Confidentiality - The cloud service provider should ensure the
confidentiality of law enforcement data it maintains on behalf of a law
enforcement agency.
IACP will be working in the coming months to develop model policies associated with cloud computing through the IACP National Law Enforcement Policy Center. Model policies are expected to be released at the IACP Annual Conference, scheduled for October 19-23, 2013 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
To view the IACP principles and results and methodology of the IACP/Ponemon Institute/SafeGov.org commissioned survey, please visit http://www.theiacp.org/cloudcomputing.
About IACP:
The International Association of Chiefs of Police is a dynamic organization that serves as the professional voice of law enforcement. Building on their past success, the IACP addresses cutting edge issues confronting law enforcement through advocacy, programs and research, as well as training and other professional services. IACP is a comprehensive professional organization that supports the law enforcement leaders of today and develops the leaders of tomorrow.
Global Eagle Acquisition Corp. Receives Stockholder Approval Of Acquisition Of Row 44 And 86% Of Advanced Inflight Alliance AG
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Eagle Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: EAGL; EAGLW; EAGLU) ("Global Eagle") announced today that its stockholders approved its business combination transaction in which it will acquire Row 44, Inc. (Row 44), a satellite-based in-flight Wi-Fi and entertainment content provider for commercial airlines, and 86% of the shares of Advanced Inflight Alliance AG (AIA), the world's leading provider of innovative content and solutions for the in-flight entertainment business, during a special meeting in lieu of 2012 and 2013 annual meetings of stockholders held today. Approximately 94% of the shares voted by public stockholders were voted in favor of the business combination.
In addition to approving the business combination transaction, Global Eagle's stockholders also approved all of the other proposals which came before the special meeting. Global Eagle's public stockholders holding an aggregate of 9,248,590 shares of common stock did not redeem their shares, thereby satisfying the closing condition in the Row 44 merger agreement which required that at least 3,955,833 public shares not be redeemed. The closing of the business combination is expected to occur as soon as practicable.
About Advanced Inflight Alliance AG
Advanced Inflight Alliance AG (AIA) is the world's leading provider of innovative content and solutions for the in-flight entertainment industry. AIA, which is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, and its subsidiaries are market-leading companies pioneering in the "passenger experience" sector which provide content solutions such as international and local audio, video, applications, games and services to the majority of the world's airlines. AIA was incorporated in Germany in 1998 and completed its initial public offering in 1999.
About Row 44
Row 44, Inc. is a satellite-based in-flight Wi-Fi and entertainment content provider for commercial airlines. Row 44 enables airlines worldwide to provide their travelers with high-speed Internet connectivity, access to world-class entertainment content, including live television and streaming Video-On-Demand, and local activities that can be booked en route, all streamed directly to their Wi-Fi-enabled devices. Row 44, through its airline partners, has a fleet of approximately 450 high-speed Wi-Fi-enabled planes that operate over land and sea. The Row 44 platform uses Ku-band satellite technology for connectivity to deliver airline passengers a quality travel experience, and airlines incremental revenue and growth opportunities. To learn more, please visit http://www.row44.com.
FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release may include "forward looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the United Stated Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate", "believe", "expect", "estimate", "plan", "outlook", and "project" and other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. Such forward looking statements with respect to the timing of the proposed business combination with Row 44 and AIA, as well as the expected performance, strategies, prospects and other aspects of the businesses of Global Eagle, AIA, Row 44 and the combined company after completion of the proposed business combination, are based on current expectations that are subject to risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those indicated by such forward looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to: (1) the inability of Global Eagle to meet NASDAQ's listing requirements, including the minimum 300 public holders requirement; (2) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement with Row 44 or the stock purchase agreement for the acquisition of shares of AIA (the "Business Combination Agreements"); (3) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Global Eagle, AIA, Row 44 or others following announcement of the Business Combination Agreements and transactions contemplated therein; (4) the inability to complete the transactions contemplated by the Business Combination Agreements due to the failure to obtain approval of the stockholders of Global Eagle or other conditions to closing in the Business Combination Agreement; (5) delays in obtaining, adverse conditions contained in, or the inability to obtain necessary regulatory approvals or complete regulatory reviews required to complete the transactions contemplated by the Business Combination Agreements; (6) the risk that the proposed transaction disrupts current plans and operations as a result of the announcement and consummation of the transactions described herein; (7) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the business combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of the combined company to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with suppliers and obtain adequate supply of products and retain its key employees; (8) costs related to the proposed business combination; (9) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (10) the possibility that AIA and Row 44 may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; and (11) other risks and uncertainties indicated from time to time in the proxy statement filed by Global Eagle with the SEC, including those under "Risk Factors" therein, and other filings with the SEC by Global Eagle. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made, and Global Eagle, AIA and Row 44 undertake no obligation to update or revise the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
SOURCE Global Eagle Acquisition Corp.
Global Eagle Acquisition Corp.
CONTACT: Investors, James Graf, Global Eagle, jgraf@geacq.com, +1-310-209-7280; or Chris Plunkett, Brainerd Communicators, Plunkett@braincomm.com, +1-212-986-6667; or Media, Jeff Pryor, Priority PR, jeff@prioritypr.net, +1-310-954-1375
Businesses And Professional Government Managers: A Partnership That Works
New video highlights how businesses and local governments work together
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A new video produced by ICMA, the International City/County Management Association (http://www.ICMA.org), explains how professional local government managers help create a business-friendly environment in Lake County and the villages of Glenview and Woodridge.
"Businesses and Professional Government Managers: A Partnership that Works" features business and civic leaders, including:
-- Kerry Cummings, President, Village of Glenview
-- Bill Standish, Executive Vice President of Operations, Anixter
-- Todd Hileman, Village Manager, Village of Glenview
-- Joe Perrino, CEO, Home Run Inn, Inc.
-- James Duffy, Commissioner, Woodridge Park District
-- Chuck Lamphere, President & CEO, Van Vlissingen and Co.
-- Doug Silverstein, President, NorthShore Glenbrook Hospital
Elected officials and business leaders alike noted that because professional local government managers are nonpartisan, nonpolitical, appointed administrators, they provide consistency through election cycles and changes in administration. They take politics out of the process of doing business, help business owners secure necessary permits for a smooth transition into their communities, and support the needs of business owners and employees who work in the community every day.
Professionally-managed local governments:
-- help businesses attract and retain top talent by creating and
maintaining the quality of life employees want in a hometown.
-- purchase goods and services from local businesses. Local government
purchases of goods and services account for more than $85 billion each
year.
-- create opportunities for the private sector to partner with local
government to improve their communities.
View the video(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqtMcjWC_IM&feature=youtu.be).
The video is a component of Life, Well Run(http://www.LifeWellRun.org), ICMA's campaign to raise awareness of the contributions professional local government managers make to cities, towns, and counties across the United States, building communities we're proud to call home.
Woodridge, Glenview, and Lake County are three of five pilot communities across the country to be showcased by ICMA in the Life, Well Run campaign.
About ICMA
ICMA, the International City/County Management Association, advances professional local government worldwide. The organization's mission is to create excellence in local governance by developing and fostering professional management to build sustainable communities that improve people's lives. ICMA provides a stringently-enforced set of ethical standards; member support; publications; data and information; peer and results-oriented assistance; and training and professional development to 9,000 city, town, and county managers and other individuals and organizations throughout the world. The management decisions made by ICMA's members affect millions of individuals living in thousands of communities, from small villages and towns to large metropolitan areas.
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Expands in Ulster County
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO: Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network
WHAT: Verizon Wireless recently activated new 4G LTE coverage on two sites in Ulster County, expanding and filling in coverage on
the high-speed data network it launched locally in December 2011. 4G LTE lets Verizon Wireless customers use their 4G LTE-
enabled devices to surf the Web, post status updates and photos, share music, and download files at speeds up to 10 times
faster than customers on 3G networks.
WHERE: New 4G LTE sites are located in Ellenville and Stone Ridge. For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.
BACKGROUND: Two years after its launch, the Verizon 4G LTE network is available to more than 273 million people across the U.S. - close
to 89 percent of the U.S. population.
MEDIA CONTACT: John O'Malley
Verizon Wireless
585.321.7264 or 585.261.5899
John.omalley@verizonwireless.com
http://twitter.com/VZWjohno
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 98.2 million retail customers, including 92.5 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 73,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
Conterra Broadband Services to Offer Hosted VoIP Services
Announces Strategic Alliance with Jive Communications
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Conterra Broadband Services ("Conterra"), a national provider of high capacity wide area network services (WAN), announces today that it has entered into an agreement with Jive Communications which allows Conterra to offer Jive's Hosted VoIP services to its customers and prospects. This business relationship offers customers access to a more comprehensive suite of connectivity solutions by combining Conterra's high quality WAN services with Jive's Hosted VoIP Solutions.
"Hosted VoIP is becoming the standard telephony platform for E-Rate eligible institutions, such as schools and libraries. Jive's Hosted VoIP offering is a perfect complement to our broadband wide area network (WAN) service and allows Conterra to offer a feature rich, turnkey voice solution to our clients," said Van Snowdon, Executive Vice President for Conterra Broadband Services.
"We are very pleased to be working with Conterra. They have a proven track record of successfully serving their customers' infrastructure needs," said John Pope, CEO of Jive Communications. "Combining our nationally recognized voice and video products with their networking capabilities will provide a cost-effective and high-value solution for public sector organizations throughout the U.S."
The combined solution is available now to schools and libraries seeking services for E-Rate Year 16 cycle.
About Conterra Broadband Services
Conterra Broadband Services, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a national provider of facilities-based broadband services for K-12, healthcare and government entities, wireless and wireline carriers, and select enterprises that require bandwidth intensive, carrier-grade data, video and voice transport services primarily in underserved areas throughout America. Conterra and its subsidiaries currently provide these services to over 1,000 K-12 schools, colleges, government and commercial sites throughout the United States, serving over one million students, teachers and administrators. For more information about Conterra, visit http://www.conterra.com or call 877-365-6701.
About Jive Communications
Jive Communications, headquartered in Orem, Utah, is a leading provider of hosted VoIP and video communications to thousands of commercial, government, and educational organizations. Jive built and maintains its proprietary, cloud-based communications platform--and is one of the fastest growing companies in the Unified-Communications-as-a-Service (UCaaS) industry. For more information about Jive, visit http://www.getjive.com or call 888-850-3009.
A Whole New Way to Go 3D - Zebra Imaging to Partner with Autodesk
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Zebra Imaging, Inc., the world's foremost provider of 3D holographic displays and visualization technologies, announced today that the company is launching a new Web GL integration service that will be available on the Autodesk 123Dapp.com website. The integration will allow 123D users to seamlessly print a 3D holographic display from a 3D model. The relationship further strengthens both Zebra Imaging's and Autodesk's commitment to providing 3D design and fabrication tools across the globe.
This partnership extends holographic prints as a new medium for 3D modelers to share their designs. The Autodesk 123D family of apps provides users with the ability to capture, design and make their ideas in 3D, and connect with others for support and inspiration. Zebra Imaging will now be part of that inspiration as a featured Fabrication Partner, offering users the ability to print their creations in a true 3D hologram, also known as a ZScape(®) 3D Holographic Print.
"With our technology and 3D print services, 3D data can be brought out of the computer and into the consumer 3D display market at an affordable price. The partnership is about inspiring creativity and new approaches for visualizing in 3D," says Brian Hill, GM Zebra Imaging Print Division.
Zebra's holographic prints are an alternative to traditional 3D printing services. Where traditional 3D printing companies produce a physical model of 3D data, 3D holographic prints are an actual 3D print, a product that looks like a digital film photograph, only when illuminated with a light source, the image appears to float above the surface and can be viewed without glasses.
Zebra Imaging created an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) so users of the 123D website can simply choose a 3D model from the Gallery or upload their own 3D model direct through the web for holographic print production. The integration makes it seamless for users of the 123D site to print their photos in 3D holograms.
"The main component of a Zebra Imaging hologram is 3D data. Our prints create a compelling 3D visual experience unlike anything you have seen. The development of the Autodesk 123D family of apps provides the tools for mass user generated 3D content and extends hologram creation capabilities across the globe," says Hill. "The possibilities are endless."
The initial product offering for 123D users will be an 8 x 10 color or monochrome(Green) holographic print with a light source starting at $99. Users will be able to order larger sizes in the future.
About Zebra Imaging
Zebra Imaging, Inc. designs, develops and manufactures state-of-the-art 3D holographic displays for a variety of 3D visualization applications. For additional information please visit http://www.zebraimaging.com
SOURCE Zebra Imaging
Zebra Imaging
CONTACT: Eric Doane, Marketing Manager, +1-512-583-1377, edoane@zebraimaging.com
CollegeHumor And Awkward Hug Team To Launch "Bout" - A Social Photo-Taking Game
Free Mobile App Lets Users Compete with Friends to Take the Best Pictures
NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading comedy brand CollegeHumor and indie game developer Awkward Hug have teamed to launch Bout, a new free gaming app for iOS devices. A social photo-taking game, Bout pits players' photography skills and cleverness against their friends' for the chance to win in-game coins and earn bragging rights. With two ways to play--as a competitor or a judge--players race to submit the most creative pictures in response to Bout prompts, resulting in an endless stream of amazing, funny photos. Bout is available now on the App Store.
Bout turns taking photos into a competition amongst friends by giving players an opportunity to put the pictures they're already snapping with their mobile devices to use. As a Bout judge, players will select an inspiring phrase or category from a list of prompts such as "Something Contagious," "Art Made From Desk Supplies" or "A Guilty Pleasure," and post the challenge to friends playing the game. Users can also play by submitting photos to their friends' open Bout challenges. The first five submissions make up a completed Bout, and are in contention for the win. Images are revealed anonymously to the judge who selects their favorite as the winner, and the identity of the players is revealed to all. Coins are awarded at the completion of each Bout--ten to the winner, two to other players--and can be used to refresh the challenge prompt list, start additional Bouts, unlock themed challenge bundles and create custom Bouts. Additional coins can be purchased through the app.
"Bout was born from a conversation about the social nature of creativity and the success of games that combine creativity and humor with gameplay," says Julie Babb, co-founder of Awkward Hug. "CollegeHumor embodies the light-hearted nature of the game and understands the business of digital entertainment, and so was the ideal partner to help make Bout a reality."
"Making Bout was as much a comedy writing challenge as it was a technical challenge," says Ricky Van Veen, co-founder of CollegeHumor, "so it turned out to be a perfect fit for us. We've been testing the game around our office for a few weeks and if that's any indication of what's to come, many, many people are going to be completely addicted to Bout very soon."
Bout is currently available for iOS 6 and can be downloaded free from the App Store. For more information, visit http://www.boutgame.com and follow Bout on Twitter @BoutGame.
About CollegeHumor Media
CollegeHumor Media, an operating business of IAC (NASDAQ: IACI), is a multi-media, multi platform studio comprised of three website properties--CollegeHumor, Dorkly and SportsPickle--a long-form TV development division and a film production division. A leading entertainment company targeting people ages 18-49, CollegeHumor Media has created original content that has been viewed more than three billion times. Founded in 1999 with the launch of CollegeHumor.com, the brand delivers daily comedic content online through videos, pictures, articles and jokes, both created and curated by the CollegeHumor staff. CollegeHumor Media attracts more than 15 million unique users per month and generates more than 100 million video views per month, and the brand has expanded into apparel and other forms of entertainment including film, television, books and live comedy shows. For more information, visit http://www.chmedia.com or http://www.collegehumor.com, and follow CollegeHumor on Twitter @CollegeHumor.
About Awkward Hug
Awkward Hug is a non-traditional game development studio that creates fun in the awkward space between the digital and real world. The collaborative partners with people and organizations to bring remarkable games and playful experience to life. Awkward Hug's award-winning games have earned the company a reputation for creating innovative, cross-platform and ridiculously fun games. For more information, visit http://www.awkwardhug.com, and follow Awkward Hug on Twitter @Awkward_Hug.
Eventide At MacWorld - Introducing The Stompbox Rethunk
Compact Harmonizer pairs seamlessly with iPad/iPhone via Bluetooth
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Eventide is exhibiting at MacWorld, for the first time, to unveil a revolutionary new addition to its stompbox line: the H9 Harmonizer®. For decades, Eventide effects have been used on hit records, major Hollywood films, and live performances to enhance and sculpt sound.
The new H9 packs all of Eventide's most popular effects in a sturdy, compact box designed for live performance. And, by connecting wirelessly to an iOS device, the H9 enables a new dimension of creative control to live performance.
Plus, all of Eventide's stompbox algorithms and their associated presets are available for in-app purchase.
"The H9 is designed to pack all that you need by way of delay, modulation, pitch, and reverb effects, along with a fast, accurate tuner, in a small footprint. We've also created a feature-rich remote control app, H9 Control, for controlling the H9 from an iPhone or iPad, wirelessly via Bluetooth," said Ray Maxwell, Eventide's VP of Sales and Marketing. "As always, our prime directive is to deliver the Eventide sound without compromise."
To see Vernon Reid of Living Colour's reaction, click here:http://bit.ly/H9Reaction
H9 will be available in March of 2013 through authorized Eventide stompbox dealers. For more information go to: http://bit.ly/H9Product
Hi-res photo is available upon request.
About Eventide
Eventide was founded in 1971 in New York City. Eventide is a leading developer and manufacturer of digital audio processing products for recording, broadcast, and live performance. Headquartered in Little Ferry, NJ, Eventide invented the H910, the first Harmonizer effects processor in 1975, and introduced the H3000 Ultra-Harmonizer effects processor in 1987. Visit Eventide online at eventide.com.
Eventide and Harmonizer are registered trademarks of Eventide Inc.
Ramco ERP on Cloud Adds Spatial Capability With Google Maps
CHENNAI, India, January 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Integrates Google Maps Engine to bring location-awareness and visualization
capabilities into its Cloud ERP
After announcing the global availability of Ramco ERP on Cloud [http://www.ramco.com
], Mobile and Tablets, Ramco Systems today added yet another feature to its base
product-Location-aware and Visualization capabilities with Google Maps. Ramco Systems has
partnered with Google's Enterprise team to integrate Google Maps with Ramco ERP on Cloud.
With this integration, customers will be able to get a real-time view of their business,
anytime, anywhere.
Ramco Systems also presented a Case study on Madras Cements
[http://www.ramco.com/downloads/CS-Madras_Cements.pdf ], the fifth largest cement producer
in India and a pioneer in cement technology. Ramco Systems had integrated Google Maps with
the company's ERP to streamline data presentation, and to improve efficiency and
utilization of resources.
Sharing his views, Mr. A. V. Dharmakrishnan, CEO, Madras Cements, said, "As the CEO of
a multi-million dollar company that deals with perishable goods, 'real-time information'
was always critical. MCL's complex business environment-multi-location, multi-plant
operations, linked with an extensive sales & distribution network just made the need even
more critical. As most of our workforce is mobile, information needed to percolate across
the system and be available to employees on the move. We needed a system which would not
just capture transactional data but give us insights that could change the dynamics of
business. Ramco's ERP on mobile devices with integrated Google Maps has helped us leverage
the true power of technology to plan, perform, monitor and analyze our efficiencies and
asset utilization."
Speaking on partnering with Google, Mr. Virender Aggarwal, CEO, Ramco Systems, said,
"We are glad to partner with one of the most innovative technology companies in the world.
This partnership gives an opportunity for every CxO to zoom into the ground level
realities of his business. ERP data fed into a powerful maps engine is a perfect example
of a 'Connected Enterprise' run efficiently."
Speaking on the power of geospatial technology for businesses, Mr. Ricky Kapur, Google
Asia Enterprise Sales Director, said, "Geo is a blazing hot sector within the information
economy, and as it continues to grow, we're looking forward to working with Ramco to help
many more Indian businesses visualize their geospatial data in entirely new ways so they
can be more efficient and competitive."
Google Maps Engine is a scalable, powerful and secure platform for building and
publishing maps, using the power of the Google cloud.
Ramco Systems provides next generation, end-to-end enterprise solutions that render
complete transformation of the business in real time. Built on Ramco VirtualWorks(R), all
Ramco products are cloud architected by design and address the entire business cycle from
transaction to analytics. Part of the USD 1 Billion Ramco Group, the company offers ERP,
HCM, SCM, CRM, Financials, Service Management, Asset Management, Process Control, Project
Management and Analytics to multiple verticals on the most appropriate cloud model-public,
private and community. Ramco focuses on providing innovative business solutions that can
be delivered quickly and cost-effectively in complex environments. Globally, Ramco has
over 150,000 users from 1000+ customer organizations across 35 countries. The company has
17 offices spread across India, USA, Canada, Europe, Middle East, South Africa and APAC.
Aiseesoft Releases 3D Converter for Mac -- Helps Users Create 3D videos from 2D videos
BEIJING, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Aiseesoft has released the Mac version of its 3D video conversion software -- 3D Converter for Mac, which is a professional 2D to 3D video converter for Mac that allows users to convert 2D movies to 3D on Mac without hassle, and is also able to convert 3D video files to standard 2D videos or other types of 3D files on Mac.
This 3D video converter for Mac offers three modes to users: 2D to 3D, 3D to 3D, 3D to 2D.
As a 2D to 3D converter for Mac, it is able to convert 2D video to 14 types of 3D video files including 10 types of Anaglyph 3D videos (Red/cyan anaglyph, monochrome; Red/cyan anaglyph, half color; Red/cyan anaglyph, full color; Red/cyan anaglyph, high quality Dubois; Green/magenta anaglyph, monochrome; Green/magenta anaglyph, half color; Green/magenta anaglyph, full color; Amber/blue anaglyph, monochrome; Amber/blue anaglyph, half color; Amber/blue anaglyph, full color), Side by Side (Half-Width) 3D videos, Side by Side (Full) 3D videos, Top and Bottom (Half-Height) 3D videos and Top and Bottom (Full) 3D videos. So the 2D to 3D mode lets users convert normal 2D video to 3D video files and watch 3D video files on 3D TV or other 3D playback devices.
With this 3D Converter for Mac, users can effortlessly convert side-by-side (half-width/full), top and bottom (half-height/full) videos to anaglyph, side-by-side or top and bottom videos in 3D. In both the "2D to 3D" and "3D to 3D" modes, the 3D conversion software allows users to set the 3D scene depth, swap the left and right images on a 3D movie, and set output parameters like display resolution, aspect ratio, etc.
It is also an excellent 3D to 2D video converter for Mac, which can easily convert side-by-side (half-width/full), top and bottom (half-height/full) videos in 3D to standard 2D video files for viewing on a computer, TV or other display devices. In this mode, users can choose the output frame, display resolution, aspect ratio and other parameters for the output video files.
Moreover, this 3D Converter for Mac supports a wide range of input/output video formats and possesses lightning fast conversion speed. Users can preview the video files with its built-in video player.
To learn more about Aiseesoft 3D Converter for Mac, please visit:
Hardware Requirements: 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit graphics card or higher.
About Aiseesoft Studio
As a professional multimedia software provider, Aiseesoft Studio is dedicated to developing the best multimedia desktop applications to help the Windows and Mac users smoothly convert, edit and transfer various video/audio files. In order to meet users' various requirements, Aiseesoft Studio constantly brings in new ideas, technologies, etc. To Aiseesoft Studio, Users' satisfaction is a consistent pursuit. For more information, please visit: http://www.aiseesoft.com.
SilverSky Announces Industry's Most Comprehensive Email Protection Suite
Fully Integrated Suite Features Most Advanced Data Loss Prevention Solution for Email
MILFORD, Conn., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- SilverSky, the expert cloud provider of information security solutions, today announced the industry's most advanced family of email security software. SilverSky's Email Protection Suite (EPS) is fully integrated and built on a single cloud management platform, providing organizations with unified security and control over both inbound and outbound corporate messaging. SilverSky's flagship email data loss prevention (DLP) solution offers content-aware policies normally reserved for standalone enterprise DLP solutions. Email DLP is fully integrated into the suite, and the unified policy engine allows companies to write single policies that apply to all email security features, while rollup reporting provides enhanced visibility, reduced risk and lower administrative overhead.
This new offering is being announced in tandem with the launch of SilverSky, announced separately. (See separate release here: Introducing SilverSky: Perimeter E-Security and USA.NET Unify Brands and Launch Industry's Only Advanced Security-as-a-Service Platform).
SilverSky has invested millions of dollars into developing email security software that is purpose-built to safeguard corporate communications of thousands of large enterprises and highly regulated businesses. Its heritage as the industry's most trusted managed services provider has enabled SilverSky to develop software and implement controls that satisfy the world's most demanding industry regulations and audits. The company is making this formerly exclusive security software available to any organization or partner as a single, unified, comprehensive and easy to use software-as-a-service solution.
"To meet the exceedingly high security standards that our heavily regulated and enterprise customers demand, we had to build out the stack of email security software that was better than any commercial alternative," said Tim Harvey, CEO, SilverSky. "We are excited to make this innovative technology available as a standalone software-as-a-service offering."
While strong oversight of inbound messaging is important, strict control of outbound messaging is critical, especially in today's Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) era. The SilverSky platform delivers a complete, fully integrated suite of email security solutions, including advanced DLP, email archiving, email continuity and AV/AS and encryption. In addition, deep integration with external IP stores for superior data risk reduction and alignment with highly regulated infrastructure and policies are included in the platform.
"At Farmers, we have highly customized policy requirements that track the flow of sensitive email with zero tolerance for business disruption," said Rod Chamberlin, AVP, eBusiness/AIMS, Farmers Insurance Group, a SilverSky customer. "We picked SilverSky's Email DLP based on scalability, functionality, integration and financial impact. It was simply the best choice for us."
SilverSky's single policy engine makes it easy to write one policy across all services based on any message data or metadata - even third party services. The basic content control allows customers to block critical outbound information such as credit cards and social security numbers, while its leading DLP technology allows for fine-grained actions that ensure the industry's highest level of data protection. Advanced analysis features like content-aware fingerprinting and proximity checking, full redaction capabilities and the ability to test policies before deploying them, usually reserved for standalone, enterprise solutions, are now available to secure email.
"When it comes to security, companies often spend too much time concerned with incoming traffic and protecting themselves against viruses, worms and botnets. While those things are important, it's the critical information flowing out of your organization that represents the greatest risk," said John Viega, executive vice president, SilverSky. "Our email DLP technology is a quantum leap over the one-dimensional channel DLP and content filtering solutions, and it protects confidential information, while our extraordinarily flexible definition framework matches the exact risk appetite and tolerance for business disruption of each individual organization."
About SilverSky
SilverSky is the expert provider of cloud security solutions. Born from our success as a managed services provider, our Security-as-a-Service platform delivers cloud-based software and managed services that protect critical information simply and cost effectively. By tirelessly safeguarding our customers' most important information, we enable growth-minded leaders to pursue their business ambitions without security worry. Our growing customer base includes 6,000 organizations in the financial services, retail, healthcare, energy, critical infrastructure and manufacturing sectors. For more information, visit SilverSky.com.
CONTACT: Jill Queenan, InkHouse Media + Marketing, For SilverSky, +1-781-966-4112, jill@inkhouse.com
UBM Canon MedTech Group's Leading Medical Device Industry Event and Supplier Resources Launch New Community Reach Program
Medical OEMs will be able to connect with MD&M exhibitors year-round on Qmed.com, the largest and only 100% qualified supplier sourcing directory for MedTech professionals
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The UBM Canon MedTech Group is pleased to announce a new Community Reach Program which will benefit both medical OEM professionals and all MD&M Event exhibitors. Set to launch at MD&M West, the world's largest medical OEM event, the Community Reach Program will give all medical exhibitors a home on Qmed.com, the world's only 100% qualified medical device supplier directory, search engine, and central industry resource.
The UBM Canon MedTech Group conducted a recent study which found that 83% of medical OEMs actively use supplier sourcing websites. Given this fact, the new Community Reach Program will help to better connect medical OEMs with qualified medical device suppliers year-round. Medical OEMs will be able to search for MD&M exhibitors on Qmed by company name or supplier category and can schedule meetings prior to an upcoming show.
Qmed reaches the largest audience of MedTech professionals:
-- Qmed averages 500,000+ unique visitors per year
-- Over 80% of Qmed's registered users are also MD&M and BIOMEDevice
attendees
-- Over 20% of pre-registered attendees for MD&M and BIOMEDevice events
sign up for Qmed before the live shows
"We are thrilled to offer MD&M exhibitors the opportunity to join the world's only qualified supplier sourcing directory," stated Tim Simone, Qmed Brand Director. "The Community Reach Program will make it easier for medical OEMs to find and connect with qualified suppliers and exhibitors before, during, and after an event."
Qmed launched in April 2010 and continues to focus on building the most robust, content-rich platform for OEMs and qualified medical device suppliers by enhancing search capabilities and developing tools that efficiently create business connections for the MedTech industry.
For further information about Qmed or MD&M Events, please click here.
About UBM Canon
UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.
About Qmed
Qmed is the world's ONLY 100% qualified medical device supplier directory, search engine and industry resource, created exclusively for OEMs actively researching and sourcing qualified suppliers, products, and services during the product design cycle. Powered by advanced keyword search and embedded with relevant supplier and industry content, rich media, and RFP opportunities, Qmed is the critical resource used to connect medical device OEMs with qualified suppliers. From medical contract manufacturers to stock component suppliers and medical device consultancies, Qmed's powerful search tool, directory, and white paper library serves only relevant, editorially screened supplier listings and resources to provide the most efficient supplier-sourcing experience for medical device OEMs. Qualified suppliers are determined by verification of the following criteria: currently working with medical device OEMs, exhibit at medical device industry trade shows, are GMP compliant, ISO 9000, and/or FDA-registered.
Star Trek® Online Celebrates Three-year Anniversary
Login for Special Anniversary Episode Starring Denise Crosby with In-game Events and Prizes
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Perfect World Entertainment Inc. is pleased to announce that celebrations for the Three-year Anniversary of Star Trek Online have officially begun. Starting today, Captains are invited to experience "Temporal Ambassador," a special Anniversary Episode starring Denise Crosby who will be reprising her role as Lieutenant Tasha Yar from Star Trek: The Next Generation(TM). Players can also look forward to a wealth of rewards by participating in Star Trek Online's Three-year Anniversary in-game event hosted by everyone's favorite omnipotent being, the notorious Q.
"We've come a long way since Star Trek Online first launched in February 2010," said Daniel Stahl, Executive Producer at Cryptic Studios. "Since then, I've had the pleasure to serve alongside one of the most talented development teams in the industry. Moving forward, the mission will remain the same: Star Trek Online is a game built by Star Trek(TM) fans, for Star Trek fans -- and we will continue to bring the universe we love so much to life."
Since the February 2010 launch of Star Trek Online, developer Cryptic Studios has launched a total of seven, expansive Season updates and has worked closely with numerous Star Trek celebrities of note including Leonard Nimoy, Zachary Quinto, Chase Masterson, and Denise Crosby. With millions of Captains and regular updates expanding the already massive size of the game, there's never been a better time for Star Trek fans to explore strange new worlds, seek out new life and new civilizations in Star Trek Online.
Find out more about Star Trek Online's major milestones and achievements by checking out this Star Trek Online Three-year Anniversary Infographic. To download and view the image, head here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/2gu75vkeof7sdao/MdE34_GgUY
ABOUT PERFECT WORLD ENTERTAINMENT INC.
Perfect World Entertainment is a leading North American online games publisher specializing in immersive free-to-play MMORPGs. Founded in 2008, Perfect World Entertainment has published 10 popular titles, including Blacklight Retribution, Forsaken World, Perfect World International and Star Trek Online. The company works closely with its American development teams and partners such as Cryptic Studios, developer of the highly anticipated MMORPG Dungeons & Dragons Neverwinter, and Runic Games, developer of the hit Torchlight series, to provide unparalleled quality of service and game experiences to its players. A subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD), Perfect World Entertainment is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. For more information, please visit: http://www.perfectworld.com
CONTACT:
Tyler Nagata
Perfect World Entertainment, Inc.
(650) 590-7795
tyler.nagata@perfectworld.com
Neat® Enhances Cloud-Based Digital Filing System with Updates to NeatMobile
Neat to demonstrate Cloud-Mobile-Desktop Digital Filing System at Macworld 2013
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Neat®, a leader in Digital Filing Systems for the small business and home markets, today announced that it will showcase significant updates to the NeatMobile® application at Macworld 2013, booth #410. The additional features for NeatMobile address customers' increased demand for easy-to-use solutions that allow them to access and manage their information from multiple mobile devices. The company will also demonstrate the Neat software platform, the company's popular scanning solutions NeatDesk® and NeatReceipts®, as well as cloud and mobile applications NeatCloud® and NeatMobile®.
In 2012, Neat expanded upon their Digital Filing System with the addition of cloud and mobile solutions, ensuring that users could easily acquire, access, and share documents across all of their devices. As a result, Neat experienced a 30 percent growth in its customer base, propelling the company over the 1.3 million customer mark.
"As we enter the post-PC era, more than ever before, people are demanding access to solutions that better manage their information in the personal cloud," explains Kevin Garton, chief marketing officer for Neat. "Neat's combination of cloud and mobile services, desktop software, and hardware scanning solutions helps people transform information in a way that will simplify tasks and re-gain time. While there are many point solutions available today, Neat has set the standard by offering a single solution that allows users to easily acquire, organize, access, search, and share their information from any device, anywhere, and at any time."
The updates to NeatMobile enhance user efficiency by allowing items to be shared as PDF files via email and allowing users to hold items for upload to Neat's Digital Filing System until Wi-Fi connectivity can be established. Additionally, users who have subscribed to NeatVerify®, Neat's mobile data verification service, will be able to monitor and adjust the settings for their account directly from NeatMobile. NeatVerify will also include an expanded number of verification fields including the ability to verify purchase category, vendor, and sales tax amounts.
Additional updates to NeatMobile are expected in early Spring 2013 and include the following:
Organize - Neatmakes organizing information in NeatMobile easier by allowing users to remotely delete, move, and sort files or folders in their Digital Filing System.
Share - Users can now share individual files or folders with anyone, anytime. The person with whom they share will be able to view only the selected file or folder. If a folder is shared, the parties can exchange comments on the items within the shared folder.
Neat's complete line of Digital Filing System solutions can be purchased online at Neat.com. Its popular scanners are also available through retailers such as Apple.com, Amazon.com, Staples, Office Depot, OfficeMax and Best Buy.
About Digital Filing Systems
A Digital Filing System is a desktop, cloud, and mobile system where important documents and information can be safely stored, organized, accessed, and shared. The information can originate from analog (paper) or digital formats (PDF, JPEG, etc.) and be placed in the Digital Filing System by scanning, emailing, mobile device image capture, or uploading.
About Neat®
Neat® is the leading manufacturer of Digital Filing Systems for the small business and home markets. Neat's unique combination of cloud, mobile, desktop software, and hardware scanning solutions transform important documents into usable digital information. Neat's comprehensive Digital Filing System helps you organize, access, and share both paper and digital documents simplifying everyday tasks so you have more time to do what matters. Neat's solutions consist of NeatDesk®, NeatReceipts®, NeatCloud®, NeatMobile®, NeatVerify® and NeatScan®. Learn more at http://www.neat.com.
CallidusCloud Replaces 14 Separate Applications With Move To NetSuite OneWorld
Reduces Applications Spending by More Than 30 Percent in Move to Single System to Run its $100M Revenue, Publicly-Traded Business
NetSuite OneWorld Supports 190 Currencies, 19 Languages and Automated Tax Compliance in 40+ Countries for CallidusCloud
SAN MATEO, Calif., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- NetSuite Inc. (NYSE: N), the industry's leading provider of cloud-based financials / ERP software suites, today announced that CallidusCloud®, a leading provider of cloud-based sales performance management, training, hiring and marketing software solutions, has transformed its global business and IT efficiency by implementing NetSuite OneWorld to replace an "IT nightmare" of 14 disparate business applications, including ERP and CRM. The large-scale implementation utilizes NetSuite OneWorld for real-time management and global financial consolidation across seven subsidiaries in Europe, Asia and Australia and to automate multi-currency transactions with customers in nearly 140 countries. NetSuite OneWorld also supports the company's merger and acquisition strategy by enabling rapid 30- to 45-day onboarding of new business entities, exceedingly faster than deploying on-premise ERP software. CallidusCloud takes advantage of NetSuite's sophisticated revenue recognition functionality tailored for software companies to more effectively recognize complex, deferred and multi-element sales and service revenue. The company also uses the NetSuite OpenAir professional services automation (PSA) solution to streamline project management, resource utilization and time and expense reporting across its services team of 100+ consultants and integrators. For more information on NetSuite OneWorld, please visit http://www.netsuite.com/oneworldpr.
NetSuite OneWorld has improved end-to-end cross-enterprise business visibility and performance for the fast-growing company. Spanning financials / ERP, CRM, service delivery and more in a single, integrated global solution, NetSuite has enabled CallidusCloud, based in Pleasanton, Calif., to realize a complete 360-degree view of its business, customers and partners, something that was impossible with its previous patchwork of ERP, CRM, marketing, and a myriad of additional tax and financial solutions along with other unintegrated, ad hoc applications. With NetSuite, executives and managers make better, data-driven decisions based on real-time business metrics and have the ability to drill-down into customer, financial and opportunity detail. Additionally, management gets enhanced reporting capabilities with anytime anywhere access to key measures and reports through personalized real-time dashboards, substantially reducing the need for IT involvement.
On a global basis, NetSuite OneWorld, with support for 190 currencies, 19 languages and automated tax compliance in more than 40 countries, gives CallidusCloud new capabilities to manage its global subsidiaries, seamlessly conduct international business and rapidly incorporate distributed business entities into its corporate framework in the event of a merger or acquisition. CallidusCloud is on track to reduce its monthly global financial close times from seven days to five, while speeding its order-to-cash processes and generating a highly visible and trusted data set that is important for auditability and regulatory compliance. Across the business, CallidusCloud is replacing the long delays of its previous application patchwork with on-demand visibility into real-time data, while reducing infrastructure costs through elimination of on-premise servers and back-up systems.
"We are experiencing rapid growth and needed a system that would enable us to scale to the next level," said Scott Baumgarter, CallidusCloud Vice President of Finance. "Using NetSuite to run all our business processes under one cloud solution gives us the efficiency and visibility we need to support our expanding business. NetSuite is very well versed in the complexity of revenue recognition, and that is proving to be a very big benefit."
"NetSuite is our system of record and it's fantastic. Previously we had an application patchwork that was an IT nightmare, and NetSuite completely changed that," said Shamyo Chatterjee, CallidusCloud Chief Information Officer. "We have a complete 360-degree view of our customers and our business. We are very excited to take our implementation to the next level and provide an enterprise view across all subsidiaries within the CallidusCloud family."
CallidusCloud's NetSuite deployment further strengthens a partnership between the two companies in delivering an optimized solution for organizations to improve their sales performance by seamlessly leveraging CallidusCloud solutions on top of NetSuite's core financials / ERP and CRM suite. With the joint solution, sales professionals can access real-time updates to quota and target earnings performance within the context of each opportunity, helping to improve sales execution, while the training solution enables sales people to identify and coach on winning strategies as part of their daily tasks. Sales operations and finance professionals can access critical sales force activity and pipeline data to gain early insight into earnings and revenue results, and then process post-sales data to close the loop with accurate quote performance and incentive payments.
Today, more than 12,000 companies and subsidiaries depend on NetSuite to run complex, mission-critical business processes globally in the cloud. Since its inception in 1998, NetSuite has established itself as the leading provider of enterprise-class cloud business management suites for divisions of large enterprises and mid-sized organizations seeking to upgrade their antiquated client/server ERP systems. NetSuite excels at streamlining business operations as demonstrated in a recent Gartner study naming NetSuite as the fastest growing top 10 financial management systems vendor in the world. NetSuite continues its success in delivering the best cloud ERP/financials suites to businesses around the world, enabling them to lower IT costs significantly while increasing productivity, as the global adoption of the cloud is accelerating.
About CallidusCloud
Callidus Software Inc. (NASDAQ:CALD), doing business as CallidusCloud®, is a leading provider of cloud software. CallidusCloud enables organizations to drive performance and productivity across their business with its hiring, learning, marketing and selling clouds. From back office to the field, from desktop to mobile, CallidusCloud ensures that organizations have the right tools to be more effective and perform better. The combined power of Callidus clouds, people and partners fuels growth, empowers the work force and delivers real value. CallidusCloud drives performance and productivity for over 1,500 leading organizations. Small, medium and large enterprises across multiple industries and geographies rely on CallidusCloud for quicker hiring, simpler learning, better marketing and smarter selling. For more information, please visit http://www.calliduscloud.com.
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MetroPCS Goes Big Display, Big Value with New LG Spirit(TM) 4G Smartphone
Consumers can pair 4.5-inch touchscreen LG smartphone at $199 with 4G LTE plans starting at $40
DALLAS, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is going big in 2013 with the launch of the Spirit(TM) 4G, a 4.5-inch touchscreen Android(TM) smartphone from LG Electronics. The Spirit 4G packs top-of-the-line features in its sleek and stylish frame with a crystal-clear screen and 4G LTE connectivity for $199 plus tax after mail-in rebate - all with no annual contract.
The LG Spirit 4G builds on MetroPCS' success with other LG 4G LTE models - the Esteem, Connect 4G and Motion 4G - by taking features and ease of use to the next level:
-- Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
-- 4.5-inch touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass® beautifully displays
pictures, video and other content
-- 1.2GHz dual-core processor and powerful 2150mAh battery provides easy
multitasking throughout the day
-- 5MP rear camera with helpful features like LED flash, Cheese Shutter, &
Time Catch Shot to capture the right pictures at the right moments
-- 1080p True-to-Life HD video recording for life's moving moments
-- 1.3MP front camera for video chat
-- QuickMemo(TM) for convenient on-screen notation to express and share
ideas
-- joyn(TM) by MetroPCS capability delivers a unified and intuitive way to
share content with enriched services like integrated instant messaging
or chat, WiFi and video calling. The official joyn app can be downloaded
via Google Play and the @metro App Store(TM).
-- MetroPCS' 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot service support (for an additional
monthly charge)
The value doesn't stop with all the features found in the Spirit 4G thanks to MetroPCS' recently simplified 4G LTE rate plans, which begin at $40 and offer unlimited 4G LTE talk, text and data for only $60 - taxes and regulatory fees included. The company also unveiled the best deal in town for unlimited on-demand mobile music service with access to Rhapsody for only $5 per month, available on all current Android and 4G LTE rate plans.
MetroPCS and LG are also kicking off the All-Star Spirit campaign, which benefits After-School All-Stars (ASAS), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing academic support, enrichment opportunities and health & fitness activities that equip participants with skills, experiences and relationships needed to succeed in middle school, high school, college and the 21st century workforce. MetroPCS and LG are supporting ASAS' efforts to provide high-school readiness and after-school programming to middle schoolers to put them on the path toward graduation. Every LG Spirit 4G purchased online and in ASAS markets* will contribute to the donation that will have a direct impact on children involved in ASAS programming. More information about the campaign, which begins next week, can be found at http://www.metropcs.com/ASAS.
The LG Spirit 4G is available starting today in stores and online at http://www.metropcs.com for $199 plus tax after $70 mail-in rebate for a limited time.
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.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $49 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative mobile phones, home entertainment products, home appliances, and air conditioning systems and energy solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. LG Electronics is a 2012 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.
* Promotion only valid online and at MetroPCS corporate stores in the Dallas, Orlando, Atlanta, LA, Las Vegas, San Francisco, New York and Miami metropolitan areas (the "Markets") or online sales to residents of the Markets. Limit one donation per LG Spirit phone sold. No rain checks. Information concerning After-School All-Stars (ASAS) including financial, licensing or charitable purposes(s) may be obtained, without cost, by writing to Mae Tuck (5670 Wilshire Blvd, Ste. 620, Los Angeles, CA 90036), or by calling (323) 938-3232. In addition, residents of the following states may obtain financial and/or licensing information from their states, as indicated. Registration with these states, or any other state, does not imply endorsement by the state. Florida: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-435-7352. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. New Jersey: INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTION RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY BY CALLING 1-973-504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT http://www.NJCONSUMERAFFAIRS.GOV/OCP.HTM#CHARITY. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT. New York: A copy of the most recent annual report of ASAS is available from the State of New York Department of Law, Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, New York 10271. Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of ASAS may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement. Deductibility: Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. This purchase is not tax deductible.
CONTACT: Media, Drew R. Crowell, GolinHarris for MetroPCS, +1-972-341-2578, dcrowell@golinharris.com; or Conor Campbell, LG-One, +1-858-805-6631, conor.campbell@lg-one.com; or Investor Relations, Jim Mathias, Director Investor Relations, +1-214-570-4641, investor_relations@metropcs.com
SHFL entertainment to Present "A Better Game" at 2013 International Casino Exhibition
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- SHFL entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select Market: SHFL) ("SHFL" or the "Company") will show how its iGaming offerings and other product lines offer "A Better Game" during the 2013 International Casino Exhibition ("ICE") at the ExCel London International Exhibition & Convention Centre, February 5-7, 2013. Product demonstrations will be available at stand #S6-340.
"ICE provides us with an excellent opportunity to highlight our most cutting-edge solutions to meet our European customers' needs," said Gavin Isaacs, Chief Executive Officer for SHFL. "Over half of our business is in the international marketplace, and our European customers are important constituents of our business. With our recently established Gibraltar and Alderney operations, we are also delighted to demonstrate our suite of iGaming products for the European online marketplace."
SHFL's exhibit will feature products from each of its five product categories - iGaming, utilities, proprietary table games, electronic table systems, and slot machines - and will emphasize how it provides...
...A Better iGaming Experience
SHFL will feature its suite of specialty table games available for online play, which includes Three Card Poker,Ultimate Texas Hold'em,Casino War,Fortune Pai Gow Poker,Mississippi Stud,Let It Ride,Four Card Poker,Crazy 4 Poker, Raise It Up,Six Card Poker and blackjack with Bet the Set, Royal Match, and King's Bounty side bets. Using thin-client, elastic cloud technology, SHFL's state-of-the-art online platform and its iGaming products are designed to fit seamlessly into a variety of online operations.
The Company will highlight the advanced capabilities of its HTML5-based mobile games, spotlighting the high quality and compelling nature of the game content.
SHFL will also proudly introduce its first game for the social casino, Mississippi Stud, at ICE. SHFL's social casino games are designed to enhance an operator's free-to-play ecosystem by promoting synergies between the land-based and online environments, such as encouraging new user sign-ups and integrating casino rewards points.
...Better Security and Efficiency through Enhanced Utility Offerings
SHFL will unveil its new ChipStar roulette chip-sorting machine at ICE. The Company's newest utility innovation will feature the latest technology to deliver an exceptionally smooth, efficient, and accurate chip sorting process.
Debuting at the 2012 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in October, the DeckMate 2 card shufflerwill be a highlighted utility product for SHFL at ICE. This state-of-the-art poker shuffler offers significant performance and security improvements over its predecessor, the DeckMate, which has been a staple in the poker market for over 10 years. The DeckMate 2 boasts a shuffle time of 22 seconds, which is twice as fast as the original, and increases game security and integrity through built-in optical card recognition. Both wear on cards and the need for frequent shuffler maintenance are reduced due to an innovative new shuffling method. Other exciting features include an on-board timer, which allows operators to call the "clock", and a remote touchscreen display with an intuitive user interface for card verification.
Other utility offerings highlighted at the show include the MD3 baccarat and blackjack shuffler; the one2six single and multi-deck continuous shuffler; the i-Deal shuffler for single-deck specialty games; the i-Shoe Auto optical card-reading shoe for baccarat and blackjack; the 24" double-sided LCD i-Score baccarat viewer; the i-Verify LCD touch-screen for "house way" games; the Deck Checker card verification system;and the Easy Chipper D chip sorter.
...Better Specialty Games and Progressive Technology
Global Gaming Business voted SHFL's new House Money side bet as the "Best Table Game Product" in 2012. In House Money side bet for blackjack, the player's first two cards must be a straight, pair, straight flush, or Ace-King suited to win the bet, but the winning doesn't necessarily stop there. All or part of the player's side bet winnings may be added to their standard wager and play continues like a traditional game of blackjack. House Money has been described as an ordinary side bet with an intriguing twist, which provides players with a new level of excitement and operators with a higher hold percentage. The House Money side bet is also available for baccarat.
The Company will debut a progressive version of Big Raise Stud Poker, a five-card poker game where the player's three cards are combined with two community cards to make a five-card poker hand and a player can win with a pair of 6s or better. A 3 Card Bonus side bet wager is featured with the game and wins if the player's three cards make a pair or better, regardless of the player choosing to play or fold.
Other progressive titles that will be shown at ICE include: Mississippi Stud, Ultimate Texas Hold'em, and Crazy 4 Poker. All progressives will be running on SHFL's next generation Nexus Command progressive hardware, which combines an intuitive dealer interface with electronic chip sensors embedded in the table to allow players to place an optional jackpot wager to potentially win fixed prizes or a continuously incrementing progressive jackpot. The Nexus Command hardware is compatible with the Company's Operator Wide Area Progressive ("OWAP") technology, which provides casino operators with the ability to offer linked progressive jackpots across multiple properties, leading to faster incrementing and more frequent jackpots, while delivering even more excitement to the tables.
Better Technology with e-Table Innovations
The Company will display Rapid Fusion from its Rapid line, which combines a live dealer with a touchscreen betting interface, resulting in enhanced game security and increased productivity for casino operators. Rapid Fusion allows for concurrent play of four games at the same time (e.g. two baccarat, one sic bo, one roulette or three roulette, one baccarat). The user-friendly, 22" widescreen interface features tabs, which show table status, countdown, wagers, and results from each game, and allow for fast switching between games.
i-Table Roulette and i-Table Blackjack will also be on display at ICE, which are both now available with additional language options.
...Better Slot Content
SHFL will have 7 slot titles on display this year, further showcasing its deep portfolio of content and highlighting its growing success in the international marketplace.
Debuting at the Australasian Gaming Expo in August 2012 and given its strong reception at G2E 2012, The Flintstones(TM) will be prominently displayed at ICE. This three-level, low-denomination standalone progressive features a suite of exciting base games and attractive jackpot prizes along with the exciting "mini-reel" feature trigger.
SHFL's slot machine lineup will also feature: 88 Fortunes, 5 Treasures, Tiger Power, Chomp, Cape Fortune, and Oink. All of the titles offer unique features like new mathematical models, new jackpot triggers, and new themes.
About SHFL entertainment, Inc.
SHFL entertainment, Inc. is a leading global gaming supplier committed to making gaming more fun for players and more profitable for operators through product innovation, and superior quality and service. The Company operates in legalized gaming markets across the globe and provides state-of-the-art, value-add products in five distinct categories: Utility products, which include automatic card shufflers and roulette chip sorters; Proprietary Table Games, which includes live games, side bets and progressives; Electronic Table Systems, which include various e-Table game platforms; Electronic Gaming Machines, which include video slot machines; and newly introduced iGaming, which features online versions of SHFL's table games, social gaming, and mobile applications. The Company is included in the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. Information about the Company and its products can be found on the Internet at http://www.SHFL.com, or on Facebook and Twitter.
Forward Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements within the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements included in this release other than statements that are purely historical are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, without limitation: our anticipation that all of our products and game titles will be accepted in all of our markets, will be commercially successful and will be received and in-demand by casinos and their customers; our strategy and ability for innovation and exploitation of our technology, brands, and intellectual property across all of our product lines, including our iGaming content;; our expectation that our products will perform as they are designed to do and to and will meet our profitability, performance and innovation expectations; our belief that the requirements of our privileged licenses will not be changed, altered or revoked in a manner that would impact our ability to conduct our business or market our products as currently conducted or as we anticipate doing so. Our beliefs, expectations, forecasts, objectives, anticipations, intentions and strategies regarding the future, including without limitation those concerning expected operating results, revenues and earnings are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from results contemplated by the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: unexpected changes in the market and economic conditions and reduced demand for or increased competition with SHFL's products; our unanticipated inability to accomplish our innovation objectives or our inability to accurately gauge the commercial appeal of our products; increased infringement on SHFL's intellectual property or proprietary brands; unanticipated changes in the laws, rules or regulations governing gaming and iGaming and the regulation of gaming in all markets.
CONTACT: Julia Boguslawski, Investor Relations/Corporate Communications, +1-702-897-7150, jboguslawski@shfl.com; Gavin Isaacs, CEO or Linster W. Fox, CFO, +1-702-897-7150, +1-702-270-5161
Nine Reasons Why Every Enterprise Needs a Mobile Strategist
Antenna Software, and McGraw Hill mobile strategist, Hitesh Chitalia, host webinar on the emerging role of the mobile strategist
JERSEY CITY, N.J., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Antenna Software, Inc., today announced it will be hosting an encore presentation of its popular webinar, "9 Reasons Every Enterprise Needs a Mobile Strategist." The webinar will feature a new guest host, Hitesh Chitalia, Director eBusiness at Commodities and Commercial Markets, McGraw-Hill Financial, and will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013.
WHAT:
9 Reasons Why Every Enterprise Needs a Mobile Strategist
Most organizations are investing heavily in the mobile channel, but the world of mobile technology has never been more complex. A growing number of companies are investing in key executives to connect the business units with IT - ensuring that management of mobile projects is up to par, while advising the company on how mobility can transform business processes and customer relationships. We refer to these people as "mobile strategists."
What You Will Learn:
-- Key Reasons why the "Mobile Strategist" is the new key role for enabling
success in the complex world of enterprise mobility
-- A 'must have' checklist of 9 items crucial to a successful mobile
strategy
-- Questions most frequently asked by our customers about best practices in
building, running, and managing mobile strategy
WHO:
Hitesh Chitalia, Director eBusiness, Commodities and Commercial Markets, McGraw-Hill Financial
Jim Somers, Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer, Antenna Software
WHEN:
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
11:00 a.m. ET/ 4:00 p.m. GMT
To register for this event click here.
About Antenna
Antenna Software is a leading enterprise mobility specialist that helps global enterprises build, run, and manage mobile applications and content. Antenna's Mobility Platform, AMPchroma, is the mobile foundation that handles the complex components of the mobile lifecycle that many businesses struggle with, namely security, integration, and management of mobile applications. Antenna helps businesses to reduce costs, speed deployments, and minimize risks, enabling them to safely embrace the tremendous opportunities of enterprise mobility. Hundreds of large enterprises around the world rely on Antenna as their trusted mobility partner. Founded in 1998, Antenna is the largest independent enterprise mobility provider, and is headquartered in Jersey City, NJ with offices around the world. Visit http://www.antennasoftware.com and follow @AntennaSoftware.
CONTACT: Colin Myer, Senior Campaign Manager, +1-646-673-8685, colin.myer@diffusionpr.com
SAP Enters Sports and Entertainment Business for Advanced Ticketing and Customer Relationship Management With Acquisition of Ticket-Web
WALLDORF, Germany, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- SAP AG (NYSE: SAP) today announced plans to acquire Ticket-Web GmbH & Co. KG, a provider of ticketing solutions and niche customer relationship management software (CRM) for sports and entertainment promoters. The move paves the way for SAP to offer enhanced solutions to help promoters, venues and teams market events over the Internet and better support arena management.
Flexible, easy-to-use and end-user-oriented dynamic ticketing is critical for all sports clubs, stadiums and entertainment franchises to win and retain customers. When combined with enterprise software solutions, including business intelligence (BI), enterprise resource planning (ERP), CRM and financials, an integrated ticketing solution can help promoters boost attendance, deepen customer engagement and optimize profitability by tailoring offers to individual customers and expanding their business. While Ticket-Web will build the basis for a new integrated sports solution from SAP, it can also be joined to other back-ends, just as SAP can also run with other ticketing systems depending on the customer's decision.
Based in Wildau, Germany, Ticket-Web is established in Europe with its main product, ENTREE-tickets, an online ticketing service. The company also has niche complementary solutions for customer financial process management and CRM.
One prospect of such an acquisition could be to create a ticketing solution that could leverage the high-speed SAP HANA® database technology as well as real-time business analytics, mobile tools and cloud solutions. By enhancing SAP® Business Suite software, the SAP Business ByDesign® solution and the SAP® Business One application with club and stadium management functionality, SAP could offer robust ERP solutions tailored specifically for a much smarter and faster management of sports and entertainment arenas.
In today's environment, tens of thousands of transactions such as ticket sales can be executed in hours, or even minutes. These could be from fans anywhere, using mobile devices. SAP envisions a scenario where the high-speed SAP HANA platform, combined with BI reporting tools, could give promoters insights -- in real time -- to better understand which marketing tactics worked and which did not, giving them far more speed and agility to refine offerings to better respond to consumer needs and improve sales.
"SAP is committed to delivering solutions in the world of sports and entertainment that enhance the fan experience, provide real-time insights to improve performance and help sport and event management organizations run like never before," said Bernd Leukert, executive vice president for Applications, SAP. "The addition of Ticket-Web combined with solutions like SAP HANA and SAP Mobile Platform will help us connect with sports and entertainment fans around the world."
"We are ecstatic about this new team of Ticket-Web and SAP," said Joerg Oehmichen, chief executive officer and founder of Ticket-Web. "Promoters of events both large and small will soon have the power and reach of SAP innovation at their fingertips. The result will be a much richer fan experience and the ability to get closer to their customers."
Ticket-Web employees will become part of SAP. The deal is expected to close during the second quarter of 2013.
For more information, visit the SAP Newsroom.
About Ticket-Web GmbH & Co. KG
Ticket-Web GmbH & Co. KG provides solutions for ticketing. The solution allows venues and event promoters of any size to ticket and market a full range of events on the Web.
About SAP
As market leader in enterprise application software, SAP (NYSE: SAP) helps companies of all sizes and industries run better. From back office to boardroom, warehouse to storefront, desktop to mobile device - SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. SAP applications and services enable more than 232,000 customers to operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably. For more information, visit http://www.sap.com.
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Combination Will Create a Global Gaming Company with a Broad Portfolio of Products and Services for the Lottery and Gaming Industries
Company to Deliver Innovative Content, World-Class Technology and Industry-Leading Services
Transaction Expected to be Immediately Accretive to Scientific Games' EPS and Free Cash Flow
Conference Call Today at 8:00 am ET
NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games Corporation (Nasdaq: SGMS) and WMS Industries Inc. (NYSE: WMS) today announced that the companies have entered into a definitive agreement under which Scientific Games has agreed to acquire WMS for $26.00 in cash per common share or approximately $1.5 billion.
The transaction, which was unanimously approved by both the Scientific Games and WMS Boards of Directors, combines two leading companies in the gaming industry to create an organization that will supply an extensive range of products and services to public and private sector lottery and gaming customers throughout the world. Scientific Games is a leader in the supply of lottery instant tickets, lottery and video gaming systems and server-based gaming. WMS is a leader in the supply of gaming machines and interactive gaming content.
"The acquisition of WMS is transformational for Scientific Games, enabling us to offer a complete portfolio of lottery and gaming products and services to both new and existing customers around the world," said A. Lorne Weil, Scientific Games' Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "We expect to combine our game content, technology, operational capabilities and respective geographic footprints to create an enterprise poised to capitalize on significant growth opportunities around the globe."
"This combination will diversify Scientific Games' revenue base, expand margins and propel future growth opportunities. Importantly, as we realize efficiencies from our increased size and scope, we should be able to deliver meaningful value to shareholders through the deal's immediate earnings per share accretion, significantly improved free cash flow and anticipated synergies," said Jeffrey S. Lipkin, Scientific Games' Chief Financial Officer.
"The combination of Scientific Games and WMS yields tremendous benefits to our customers, shareholders and employees," said Brian R. Gamache, WMS' Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "We view this transaction as the next logical and strategic step in offering continued innovation in gaming. Shareholders will enjoy a meaningful premium for their shares and employees will have expanded career opportunities as part of a larger, broader and more diverse organization. We are delighted with this transaction and look forward to working with our new colleagues at Scientific Games."
Improved Operating Efficiencies
Scientific Games expects to achieve synergies through revenue growth, shared costs and larger scale, as well as by monetizing its significant U.S. tax attributes. The combined company will also be able to efficiently utilize shared manufacturing, engineering, software, field maintenance and customer service to drive growth and cost savings.
Excluding anticipated synergies, the combined companies generated combined revenue of approximately $1.6 billion and Combined Attributable EBITDA of approximately $579 million over the trailing 12-month period ended September 30, 2012.
Scientific Games and WMS will draw on each organization's core strengths to broaden offerings, bring gaming products to new sectors and geographies, accelerate key growth initiatives and offer enhanced capabilities, systems, field service and content. Scientific Games' strong global footprint, including its position in server-based gaming, should help accelerate WMS' international development initiatives. The addition of WMS' gaming business will also diversify Scientific Games' global business assets. Furthermore, Scientific Games and WMS are both known for their product innovation and creative content and will offer an expansive combined portfolio to customers. The combined company will be well positioned to capitalize on government sponsored gaming utilizing Scientific Games' established global platform and experience in providing lottery and gaming systems, products and services to governments.
Strengthened Position in Interactive Gaming
The combined iLottery/iGaming platform and content will significantly expand the scope of the combined company's interactive products. WMS has a well-developed iGaming platform, including social and mobile gaming, while Scientific Games has an advanced platform for iLottery, sports book and loyalty/rewards. Scientific Games expects significant opportunities to cross-sell these products to the companies' respective customers.
Transaction Terms and Execution
Scientific Games will acquire all of the outstanding shares of WMS for $26.00 per share in cash, for a total enterprise value of approximately $1.5 billion, including debt of $85 million and cash on hand of $55 million as of September 30, 2012. This consideration represents an EBITDA multiple of 6.0x WMS' Adjusted EBITDA of $246 million for the trailing 12-month period ended September 30, 2012, excluding synergies that Scientific Games expects to achieve.
The acquisition, which is subject to the approvals of WMS shareholders and gaming regulatory authorities and other customary closing conditions, is expected to be completed by the end of 2013. Scientific Games has obtained committed financing for the transaction and the transaction is not subject to a financing contingency.
Financial and Legal Advisory
BofA Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC served as the financial advisors to Scientific Games and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP served as the legal advisor to Scientific Games for the transaction. BofA Merrill Lynch, Credit Suisse and UBS provided the committed financing for the transaction, with Latham & Watkins LLP serving as the legal advisor to Scientific Games for such financing.
Macquarie Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to WMS with respect to this transaction and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Blank Rome LLP served as WMS' legal advisors.
Conference Call Details
Scientific Games will host a conference call today, January 31, 2013 at 8:00 am Eastern Time to discuss the proposed acquisition. To access the call live via a listen-only webcast, please visit http://www.scientificgames.com and click on the webcast link under the Investor Information section. To access the call by telephone, please dial (866) 730-5769 (U.S. and Canada) or (857-350-1593) (international). The conference ID is 20589745.
A presentation that will be discussed on the call will be available in the Investor Information section on the Scientific Games website prior to the conference call. A replay of the webcast and accompanying presentation will be archived in the Investor Information section on the Scientific Games website.
About Scientific Games
Scientific Games Corporation is a global leader in providing customized, end-to-end gaming solutions to lottery and gaming organizations worldwide. Scientific Games' integrated array of products and services includes instant lottery games, lottery gaming systems, terminals and services, and internet applications, as well as server-based interactive gaming terminals and associated gaming control systems. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.scientificgames.com.
About WMS
WMS serves the gaming industry worldwide by designing, manufacturing and marketing games, video and mechanical reel-spinning gaming machines, video lottery terminals and in gaming operations, which consists of the placement of leased participation gaming machines in legal gaming venues. The Company also develops and markets digital gaming content, products, services and end-to-end solutions that address global online wagering and play-for-fun social, casual and mobile gaming opportunities. WMS is proactively addressing the next stage of casino gaming floor evolution with its WAGE-NET® networked gaming solution, a suite of systems technologies and applications designed to increase customers' revenue generating capabilities and operational efficiency. More information on WMS can be found at http://www.wms.com or visit the Company on Facebook®, Twitter® or YouTube®.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements describe future expectations, plans, results or strategies and can often be identified by the use of terminology such as "may," "will," "estimate," "intend," "continue," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "should," "potential," "opportunity," or similar terminology. These statements are based upon management's current expectations, beliefs, assumptions and estimates and are not guarantees of future results or performance. Similarly, statements herein that describe the proposed transaction, including its financial impact, and other statements of management's expectations, beliefs, assumptions, estimates and goals regarding the proposed transaction are forward-looking statements. It is uncertain whether any of the events or results anticipated by the forward-looking statements (including consummation of the proposed transaction) will transpire or occur, or if any of them do, what impact they will have on the results of operations and financial condition of the combined companies or the price of Scientific Games or WMS stock. These forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: the ability of the parties to consummate the proposed transaction and the satisfaction of the conditions precedent to consummation of the proposed transaction, the ability to secure regulatory approvals at all or in a timely manner; the ability of Scientific Games to successfully integrate WMS' operations, product lines and technology; the ability of Scientific Games to implement its plans, forecasts and other expectations with respect to WMS' business after the completion of the transaction and realize additional opportunities for growth and innovation; and the other risks, uncertainties and important factors contained and identified (including under the heading "Risk Factors") in Scientific Games' and WMS' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), such as their respective Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Reports on Form 10-K, any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date hereof. Neither Scientific Games nor WMS undertakes any obligation to update the forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. WMS is responsible for information in this press release concerning WMS and Scientific Games is responsible for information in this press release concerning Scientific Games.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Attributable EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Combined Attributable EBITDA as used herein are non-GAAP measurements. Attributable EBITDA of Scientific Games is based on the definition of "consolidated EBITDA" in Scientific Games' credit agreement (summarized in its November 6, 2012 press release), except that Attributable EBITDA includes its share of the EBITDA of all of its equity investments (whereas "consolidated EBITDA" for purposes of the credit agreement generally includes its share of the EBITDA of its Italian joint venture but only the income of its other equity investments to the extent it has been distributed to Scientific Games). Attributable EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure that is presented herein as a supplemental disclosure and is reconciled to net income (loss) in the accompanying table. Adjusted EBITDA of WMS is defined as earnings before depreciation, amortization, income taxes, interest income and expense, share-based compensation and other non-cash items, including non-cash impairment and restructuring charges. Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure that is presented herein as a supplemental disclosure and is reconciled to net income (loss) in the accompanying table.
As used herein, Combined Attributable EBITDA reflects the arithmetic sum of Scientific Games' Attributable EBITDA and WMS' Adjusted EBITDA for the trailing 12-month period ended September 30, 2012, and does not include any synergies Scientific Games expects to achieve. Combined Attributable EBITDA does not reflect any adjustments resulting from the proposed transaction and does not represent a "pro forma" amount determined in accordance with the SEC's rules and regulations, including Article 11 of Regulation S-X.
Scientific Games' management uses Attributable EBITDA in conjunction with GAAP financial measures to: monitor and evaluate the performance of Scientific Games' business operations, as well as the performance of its equity investments, which have become a more significant part of Scientific Games' business; facilitate management's internal comparisons of Scientific Games' historical operating performance of its business operations; facilitate management's external comparisons of the results of its overall business to the historical operating performance of other companies that may have different capital structures and debt levels; review and assess the operating performance of Scientific Games' management team; analyze and evaluate financial and strategic planning decisions regarding future operating investments; and plan for and prepare future annual operating budgets and determine appropriate levels of operating investments. Accordingly, Scientific Games' management believes that this non-GAAP financial measure is useful to investors to provide them with disclosures of Scientific Games' operating results on the same basis as that used by Scientific Games' management.
In addition, Scientific Games' management believes that Attributable EBITDA is helpful in assessing the overall operating performance of Scientific Games and its equity investments and highlighting trends in Scientific Games' and its equity investments' core businesses that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on GAAP financial measures, because this non-GAAP financial measure eliminates from Scientific Games' and its equity investments' earnings financial items that management believes have less bearing on Scientific Games' and its equity investments' performance, such as income tax expense, depreciation and amortization expense and interest (income) expense. Moreover, management believes Attributable EBITDA is useful to investors because a significant and increasing amount of Scientific Games' business is from its equity investments. Scientific Games' management also believes that Attributable EBITDA is useful to investors because the definition is derived from the definition of "consolidated EBITDA" in Scientific Games' credit agreement, which is used to calculate Scientific Games' compliance with the financial covenants contained in the credit agreement. Moreover, Attributable EBITDA is used in determining performance-based bonuses (subject to certain additional adjustments in the discretion of Scientific Games' Compensation Committee (e.g., to take into account changes in applicable accounting rules during the year)). Accordingly, Scientific Games' management believes that this non-GAAP financial measure provides both management and investors with financial information that can be useful in assessing Scientific Games' financial condition and operating performance.
Attributable EBITDA of Scientific Games as used herein should not be considered in isolation of, as a substitute for, or superior to, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. Attributable EBITDA as defined herein may differ from similarly titled measures presented by other companies. This non-GAAP financial measure, as well as other information in this press release, should be read in conjunction with Scientific Games' financial statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Adjusted EBITDA of WMS is a supplemental non-GAAP financial metric used by WMS' management and commonly used by industry analysts to evaluate WMS' financial performance. Adjusted EBITDA provides additional useful information to investors regarding WMS' ability to service debt and is a commonly used financial analysis metric for measuring and comparing gaming companies in areas of liquidity, operating performance, valuation and leverage. Adjusted EBITDA should not be construed as an alternative to operating income as determined in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. All companies do not calculate Adjusted EBITDA in necessarily the same manner, and WMS' presentation may not be comparable to those presented by other companies.
Additional Information and Where to Find It
WMS intends to file with the SEC a proxy statement in connection with the proposed transaction with Scientific Games. The definitive proxy statement will be sent or given to the stockholders of WMS and will contain important information about the proposed transaction and related matters. SECURITY HOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT CAREFULLY WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE. The proxy statement and other relevant materials (when they become available), and any other documents filed by WMS with the SEC, may be obtained free of charge at the SEC's website, at http://www.sec.gov. In addition, security holders will be able to obtain free copies of the proxy statement from WMS by contacting Investor Relations by mail at Attn: Investor Relations, Investor Relations, 800 S. Northpoint Boulevard, Waukegan, IL 60085.
Participants in the Solicitation
Scientific Games and WMS and their respective directors and executive officers and other persons may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed merger. Information about Scientific Games' directors and executive officers is included in Scientific Games' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011, filed with the SEC on February 29, 2012 and the proxy statement for Scientific Games' 2012 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, filed with the SEC on April 26, 2012. Information about WMS' directors and executive officers is included in WMS' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2012, filed with the SEC on August 21, 2012 and in the proxy statement for WMS' 2012 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, filed with the SEC on October 17, 2012. Additional information regarding these persons and their interests in the merger will be included in the proxy statement relating to the merger when it is filed with the SEC. These documents can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above.
Contacts
For Scientific Games
Investor Relations:
Cindi Buckwalter, (212) 754-2233
Media Relations:
Aimee Remey, (212) 754-2233
Abernathy MacGregor
Tom Johnson, (212) 371-5999, tbj@abmac.com
Michael Pascale, (212) 371-5999, mmp@abmac.com
For WMS
Investor Relations:
Bill Pfund, (847) 785-3167, bpfund@wms.com
Media Relations:
Mollie Cole, (773) 961-1194, mcole@wms.com
Joe Jaffoni or Richard Land
JCIR, (212) 835-8500, wms@jcir.com
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
(Unaudited, in millions)
Three Months Ended Last Twelve Months Ended
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12/31/2011 3/31/2012 6/30/2012 9/30/2012 9/30/2012
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Reconciliation to Scientific Games Attributable EBITDA:
Scientific Games Net income (loss) $(8.5) $1.8 $(12.6) $(27.1) $(46.4)
Add: Income tax expense 3.1 4.9 3.3 5.1 16.3
Add: Depreciation and amortization expense 30.7 30.5 39.1 39.2 139.5
Add: Interest expense 25.5 24.9 24.2 26.0 100.6
Add: Early extinguishment of debt - - - 15.5 15.5
Add: Other expense (income), net 1.1 (0.5) 1.1 (0.5) 1.2
Scientific Games EBITDA $51.9 $61.6 $55.1 $58.2 $226.7
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Credit Agreement adjustments:
Add: Debt-related fees and charges $0.9 $ - $0.1 $15.5 $16.4
Add: Amortization of intangibles - - - - -
Add: Earn-outs for permitted acquisitions - - - - -
Add: Extraordinary charges or losses under GAAP - - - - -
Add: Non-cash stock-based compensation expenses 6.2 5.8 5.9 5.9 23.8
Add: Deferred contingent compensation expense - - - - -
Add: Non-recurring write-offs under GAAP 0.1 - - - 0.1
Add: Acquisition advisory fees 0.6 - 0.7 0.5 1.8
Add: Specified permitted add-backs 2.7 3.0 6.8 2.3 14.8
Add: Italian concession obligations - - - - -
Add: Racing disposition charges and expenses - - - - -
Add: Playtech royalties and fees 1.6 1.6 1.9 1.8 7.0
Less: Interest income (0.1) (0.0) (0.0) (0.3) (0.4)
Less: Extraordinary income or gains under GAAP - - - - -
Less: Income on earn-outs for permitted acquisitions - - - - -
- - - - -
Adjustments to conform to Credit Agreement definition: - - - - -
Add/Less: Other expense (income), net (1.1) 0.5 (1.1) 0.5 (1.2)
Add/Less: Early extinguishment of debt - - - (15.5) (15.5)
Less: Earnings from equity investments (1.9) (8.8) (6.9) (5.7) (23.4)
Add: EBITDA from equity investments 19.5 23.1 21.2 19.2 83.0
Scientific Games Attributable EBITDA $80.3 $86.7 $83.5 $82.5 $333.1
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EBITDA from equity investments:
Earnings from equity investments $1.9 $8.8 $6.9 $5.7 $23.4
Add: Income tax expense 2.2 3.8 3.0 2.5 11.4
Add: Depreciation and amortization expense 11.9 9.6 10.1 10.2 41.8
Add: Interest expense, net of other 3.5 0.9 1.2 0.8 6.4
Scientific Games EBITDA from Equity Investments $19.5 $23.1 $21.2 $19.2 $83.0
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Reconciliation to WMS Adjusted EBITDA:
WMS Net income $16.1 $22.1 $22.1 $9.3 $69.6
Add: Depreciation 17.8 19.7 21.0 23.0 81.5
Add: Amortization of intangible and other non-current
assets 7.6 6.2 8.6 9.0 31.4
Add: Provision for income taxes 8.7 11.3 13.0 5.0 38.0
Add: Interest expense 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.7 1.9
Add: Share-based compensation 5.0 3.9 4.3 4.4 17.6
Add: Other non-cash items 2.1 1.7 0.4 1.5 5.7
WMS Adjusted EBITDA $57.7 $65.3 $69.8 $52.9 $245.7
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Notes to Editors:
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UK's largest example of worker co-ownership where all 81,000 staff are Partners in the
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John Lewis - John Lewis, 'Britain's favourite electricals retailer 2012'* and 'Best
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- delivering the usual values of expertise, trust and customer service expected from the
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* Verdict Consumer Satisfaction Index, April 2012
** PayPal etail Awards 2012
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Sage Pay and Income Systems Launch First Payment Solution on Salesforce.com's AppExchange, the World's Leading Business Apps Marketplace
LONDON, January 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
'Sage Pay Powered by Income Systems' solution enables businesses to seamlessly manage
customer payments, authorisations and fulfillment within Salesforce.
Sage Pay, the UK and Ireland's leading payment processor and Income Systems, have
launched a secure card payment solution on salesforce.com's AppExchange, empowering
businesses to connect with customers, partners and employees in entirely new ways.
The Sage Pay Powered By Income Systems app enables businesses to take card payments
directly through Salesforce and is designed to make it easy for businesses such as call
centres, charities and the public sector, to collect payments.
Built on the Salesforce Platform, the world's leading cloud platform for social and
mobile business apps, Sage Pay Powered by Income Systems is immediately available on
AppExchange at http://www.salesforce.com/appexchange.
Comments on the news
Simon Black, CEO of Sage Pay comments, "Providing businesses with a seamless card
payment through Salesforce will greatly improve efficiencies and reduce errors for many
businesses."
Paul Harvie, managing director of Income Systems comments, "We've been a Sage Pay
partner from the beginning and we are really excited to have joined forces for the release
of our new product."
Mike Rosenbaum, executive vice president, Salesforce Platform comments, "By leveraging
the power of the Salesforce Platform, partners such as Income Systems are providing
customers with the right cloud technologies to run their businesses more efficiently -
such as accepting payments without having to leave their CRM - and accelerate business
success in the cloud."
Matt Day, director of The Window Film Company who currently uses the cloud-based
solution to collect payments, adds, "This app has dramatically improved the ease with
which we take payments both internally and on-line. The seamless integration into
Salesforce allows us to manage payment, authorisation and fulfillment in one smooth
process, which is a massive bonus for our business and our customers. I couldn't recommend
the company and the product highly enough."
Product Key Features
Within a few clicks, customer service reps are able to easily and efficiently access
customer details from within Salesforce and collect payment on the spot, whilst creating a
payment record for ease of reporting. Previously businesses would need to use multiple
applications and then manually enter the payment information back into their CRM system.
Furthermore, because the application taps into open cloud technologies via the Salesforce
Platform, customers can take advantage of a fully scalable solution that allows multiple
agents to use the service on-the-go through its remote access functionality.
For more information, please contact Income Systems at info@income-systemsltd.com.
About Sage Pay
Sage Pay is Europe's leading independent payment service provider (PSP) and is one of
the most trusted payment brands. Every year Sage Pay processes billions of pounds worth of
secure payments for its 40,000 customers and makes the process of accepting payments
online, over the phone, or in person simpler, faster, safer and more profitable for
businesses.
Sage Pay is a subsidiary of FTSE 100 business management software and services company
The Sage Group plc.
About Income Systems
Income Systems Ltd is an independent, UK company developing systems enabling users to
process and manage incoming electronic payments in the cloud environment. Income Systems
Ltd has extensive payment industry knowledge and technical experience and is a Sage Pay
Partner as well as a salesforce.com ISV Partner.
About the AppExchange
The Salesforce AppExchange is the world's leading business apps marketplace. With more
than 1,700 partner apps and 1.4 million customer installs it is the most comprehensive
source of social and mobile cloud apps for business. The Salesforce Platform is the
world's most trusted and comprehensive cloud platform for building social and mobile cloud
apps, powering Salesforce CRM, and more than 2.3 million custom apps built by customers
and partners. Social apps for business built on the Salesforce Platform can be easily
distributed and marketed through salesforce.com's AppExchange [http://www.appexchange.com
].
Salesforce, AppExchange and others are trademarks of salesforce.com, inc.
IGT Brings Big Titles, Exciting Online and Mobile Content, Innovative Systems Solutions to ICE 2013
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Packed with a comprehensive land-based, mobile, online and social gaming portfolio, International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) will present its global reach in gaming at ICE 2013 in London, on February 5-7.
"Innovation is at the heart of IGT, which is why we continually raise the bar by delivering unrivaled gaming innovations for our customers," said Eric Tom, IGT executive vice president of Global Sales. "At ICE, attendees will get an upfront view of IGT's vision, including how we are utilizing our extensive line-up of resources to provide cutting-edge gaming entertainment."
During ICE 2013 trade show IGT will feature an exhilarating line-up of games and a total systems solution that bring customers thrilling content, on a myriad of devices, around the globe. This portfolio of products showcases exciting player experiences while highlighting IGT's commitment to innovation and progress. Mark your calendars to visit stand # S7-110 for the unrivaled set of games and business solutions:
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Blockbuster titles join IGT's Center Stage Series with Sex and the City
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-- Classic gaming experiences and 3D technology make IGT's Multi-Layer
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-- IGT's Core slots will be the games players will be searching for on
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-- IGT's casino management systems solutions bring performance and
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sbX® and IGT Casinolink®.
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400-plus game theme library. sbX® Analytics, the only G2S-based
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more frequent and in-depth analysis of a wide array of slot performance
data to optimize every game for maximum performance. Service Window
allows operators to communicate with players right at the machine and
deploy applications that differentiate their casino properties from
competitors.
-- At ICE, IGT will show how we are bringing a seamless gaming experience
to players across many devices, from online to mobile, with 'best of
breed' content, including universally-recognized brands and
top-performing IGT classics from the casino floor such as Cleopatra®,
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games, multiplayer poker, blackjack, roulette and more. The DoubleDown
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popularly-ranked IGT land-based and online game titles in the coming
year.
For a complete list of the many applications and systems solutions that will be shown at ICE 2013, please visit IGT's booth S7-110, or find out more at igt.com/ICE, visit us on Facebook, facebook.com/IGT, or follow us on Twitter, twitter.com/IGTnews.
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Customers to benefit from ultra-fast mobile Internet on the latest LTE devices
ITHACA, N.Y., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* has turned on its 4G LTE network in Ithaca, bringing customers the latest generation of wireless network technology. The LTE upgrade to AT&T's existing 4G network includes Ithaca, Cornell University, University Hill, College Town, West Hill, Buttermilk State Park, South Hill and East Ithaca. In upstate New York, the 4G LTE network is also available in Albany,Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo, Saratoga and Saratoga Springs.
AT&T's innovation and investment has resulted in the largest 4G network in the nation, covering 288 million people with ultra-fast speeds and a more consistent user experience. That's coverage in 3,000 more 4G cities and towns than Verizon.** Our 4G LTE network delivered faster average download speeds than any of our competitors in PCWorld's most recent 13-market speed tests.
"The expansion of 4G LTE wireless network coverage is an incredible benefit for the residents of Ithaca," said Ithaca Mayor Svante L. Myrick. "This is great news for the economic development of Ithaca and for our citizens who depend on their wireless devices for conducting business, gathering information and staying connected with family and friends."
Watch here to see several of the benefits AT&T 4G LTE provides, including:
-- Faster speeds. LTE technology is capable of delivering mobile Internet
speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G***. Customers can stream, download,
upload and game faster than ever before.
-- Cool new devices. AT&T offers several LTE-compatible devices, including
new AT&T 4G LTE smartphones and tablets, such as the Sony Xperia(TM) TL,
LG Optimus G(TM), Samsung Galaxy S III, Motorola ATRIX(TM) HD, HTC
One(TM) X, Nokia Lumia 920, Samsung Galaxy Note(TM) II, HTC One(TM) X+,
Samsung ATIV smart PC and ASUS VivoTab(TM) RT.
-- Faster response time. LTE technology offers lower latency, or the
processing time it takes to move data through a network, such as how
long it takes to start downloading a webpage or file once you've sent
the request. Lower latency helps to improve services like mobile gaming,
two-way video calling and telemedicine.
-- More efficient use of spectrum. Wireless spectrum is a finite resource,
and LTE uses spectrum more efficiently than other technologies, creating
more space to carry data traffic and services and to deliver a better
network experience.
"We continue to see demand for mobile Internet skyrocket, and our 4G LTE network in Ithaca responds to what customers want from their mobile experience -- more, faster, on the best devices," said Marissa Shorenstein, president, AT&T New York.
AT&T's 4G Network
AT&T's 4G LTE network delivers speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G, as well as multiple innovations that optimize the network for performance. Our network's radio components are placed close to the antenna at most cell sites, instead of inside the base station, which helps minimize power loss between the base station and antenna and, in turn, improves the performance of our 4G LTE network. The network also is designed with its core elements distributed across the country, which helps reduce latency, or the delay when using the Internet, because your request isn't traveling as far.
Even as AT&T continues to expand its 4G LTE coverage, customers can get 4G speeds outside of 4G LTE areas on our 4G HSPA+ network, unlike competitors, where smartphone customers fall back to slower 3G technologies when outside of LTE coverage.
AT&T recently announced Project Velocity IP, its strategic plan to invest $14 billion over the next three years to expand its wireless and wireline IP broadband networks. As part of Project Velocity IP, AT&T's4G LTE network is expected to expand to cover 300 million people by year-end 2014, and its wireline IP network is expected to extend to 57M customer locations, covering 75% of locations in AT&T's wireline service area by year-end 2015.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
**4G speeds not available everywhere. Comparison based on U.S. cities and towns with 4G coverage.
***Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. Deployment ongoing. 4G LTE device and data plan required. Up to 10x claim compares 4G LTE download speeds to industry average 3G download speeds. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. 4G speeds not available everywhere. Learn more about 4G LTE at att.com/network.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and internationally. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's largest 4G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T ?DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
Mobile Viewpoint Launches iPhone App for Live Newsgathering; WMT Live
ALKMAAR, The Netherlands, January 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
After intensive testing and trials with several broadcasters Mobile Viewpoint's
launched its newsgathering WMT Live iPhone Application. It is available for free in the
Appstore now. The WMT Live turns your iPhone in a live broadcast camera capable of sending
HD quality video to Mobile Viewpoints cloud server, which can deliver it to any
broadcaster as an SDI or streaming feed.
Last week Apple approved Mobile Viewpoints WMT Live application turning an iPhone into
a live camera. The WMT live app is part of the WMT family of products using bonded
networks to send high quality video from any place or on the move. WMT Live is designed
for both the broadcast and surveillance industry allowing consumers and professionals to
upload, publish and share live and pre-recorded video content via iPhone, from anywhere to
any screen around the world. Consumers can transmit to websites, TV shows, or stay in
contact with friends in a community. It also allows broadcasters, internet sites, and
mobile network operators to directly manage live and on demand content via
state-of-the-art editorial management tools in the WMT video manager portal. The IFB
implementation allows real time communication from the backend platform with field
reporter. The app can be downloaded for free in the appstore. Search for WMT Live and
register via the app for a free test account.
Michel Bais, Managing Director Mobile Viewpoint: "customers using our WMT systems like
to use smartphones as a WMT camera to enable consumers to become journalist. Today's news
gathering television shows show recordings made with smartphones all the time and the WMT
live client will enable live streams as well. Next to news gathering, the WMT live app
will leverage game shows and other entertainment as well."
Mobile Viewpoint
Mobile Viewpoint is a Dutch based company and a subsidiary of Triple IT focusing on
the development of Mobile Video Solutions for both security and broadcast industry. Mobile
Viewpoint is awarded at IBC 2012 together with the BBC for the coverage for the Olympic
Torch Relay. Together with Triple IT, a market leader in delivering Mobile streaming
services, Mobile Viewpoint delivers products and software for the complete chain between
capturing and distribution on Internet. Well-known products are the WMT, the Simply Live
Encoder, Rumble, 3G Communicator and MEonTV. Mobile Viewpoint is based in Alkmaar and
delivers its solutions to clients all over the world. More information at http://www.mobileviewpoint.nl.
CalvinAyre.com, the global home of gaming industry news, has added another g-string to
its bow by taking you to the 'After Party' at CalvinAyreAP.com
[http://www.calvinayreap.com ].
The After Party site will feature regular photo shoots from the lovely Ayre Heads and
also all the inside info on where to party during the online gaming conferences and
beyond. The site will also feature wider internet news beyond the gaming industry itself
with CalvinAyre.com continuing its global industry coverage.
For example, the new site [http://www.calvinayreap.com ] features an exclusive
interview with a member of the reclusive 'hacktivist' online freedom-fighting group known,
simply, as 'Anonymous' who boast over 850,000 Twitter followers via @youranonnews.
CalvinAyre.com [http://www.calvinayre.com ] itself will continue to concentrate on its
analysis of the big industry stories rather than force feeding readers the dogma of listed
companies desperate to gain a quick boost to their share price.
CalvinAyre.com will remain the only gaming news site to bring news from all over the
world including the hugely dominant Asian market as well as following the increasing
emergence of Latin America and India.
The website's eponymous founder, Calvin Ayre, explains: "Essentially, the new site is
the bar and night club with the original site being where the business gets done before
the party begins. After getting up to speed with all the news, gambling industry execs can
then head over to the After Party [http://www.calvinayreap.com ] for some well-earned down
time."
CalvinAyre.com
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Johnson Electric Launches High Speed Rotary Solenoid
Long life solenoids for materials handling and sorting applications
HONG KONG, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Electric today announced a high speed rotary solenoid product line, marketed under the Ledex brand. The Ledex HTA product line is designed for high speed sorting applications found in the materials handling and industrial automation market segments. The Ledex HTA product line delivers a 40% speed improvement to create a new combination of torque, speed and operating life to fill a previously un-served market need.
"Designers of high throughput automated material handling equipment require faster solenoids for low load diverting, latching and locking," said Jim Dick, Johnson Electric's senior vice president of Strategic Marketing. "The HTA product provides a new operating point with the highest speed and over ten million life cycles," he added.
The Johnson Electric Group is the world's leading provider of innovative motion systems and components for automotive applications, domestic equipment, office equipment, industrial products, consumer products and medical devices. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and has over 40,000 employees in 23 countries. Innovation and product design centers are located in Hong Kong, China, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Israel, Japan, UK and the USA. Production centers are located in China, Switzerland, Italy, Poland, Hungary, USA, Brazil, India and other countries. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (code 179).
Silicon Labs to Collaborate in Development of EEMBC Ultra-Low Power Microcontroller Benchmark
EL DORADO HILLS, Calif., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Embedded Microprocessor Benchmark Consortium (EEMBC) today announced that Silicon Laboratories Inc. (Nasdaq: SLAB), a leader in high-performance, analog-intensive, mixed-signal ICs, has joined the consortium's working group developing a benchmark for ultra-low power microcontrollers (MCUs). This working group is a subset of the EEMBC Automotive/Industrial subcommittee, which is also developing benchmarks that target low-power automotive applications. Silicon Labs' membership in EEMBC will allow the company to use these benchmarks, as well as EEMBC CoreMark®, to validate and publicize the performance of its ultra-low-power mixed-signal microcontroller products.
EEMBC was formed in 1997 to develop meaningful performance benchmarks for the hardware and software used in embedded systems. EEMBC benchmarks help ensure predictable performance of embedded processors and systems in a range of applications and disciplines. In addition to the benchmarks currently in development, the Automotive/Industrial subcommittee supports the industry-standard benchmark suite called AutoBench, currently in use within thousands of companies and universities worldwide.
"Silicon Labs has established itself as an innovator in ultra-low-power 32-bit microcontroller technology with its Precision32 mixed-signal MCU family based on ARM Cortex-M3 processor," said Markus Levy, EEMBC President. "Silicon Labs is a valuable addition to the EEMBC ultra-low-power MCU working group, offering expertise in a variety of energy-saving techniques, architectures and tools that enable developers to optimize their power-sensitive embedded designs."
"We look forward to helping the EEMBC working group develop a new benchmark that will advance chip- and system-level energy efficiency for the embedded industry," said Diwakar Vishakhadatta, vice president and general manager of Silicon Labs' Embedded Systems business. "The path to ultra-low power begins with MCU architectural innovation, and the next critical step is to provide developers with sophisticated software tools and benchmarks that will enable them to achieve unprecedented power savings."
About EEMBC
EEMBC, the Embedded Microprocessor Benchmark Consortium, is a non-profit organization that develops industry-standard benchmarks to test embedded processors and systems such as smart phones and network firewall appliances. EEMBC's benchmark development work is supported by yearly member dues and license fees. Further information is available at http://www.eembc.org.
EEMBC, CoreMark, and BrowsingBench are registered trademarks of the Embedded Microprocessor Benchmark Consortium. All other trademarks appearing herein are the property of their respective owners. For more information, visit http://www.eembc.org.
About Silicon Laboratories Inc.
Silicon Laboratories is an industry leader in the innovation of high-performance, analog-intensive, mixed-signal ICs. Developed by a world-class engineering team with unsurpassed expertise in mixed-signal design, Silicon Labs' diverse portfolio of patented semiconductor solutions offers customers significant advantages in performance, size and power consumption. For more information about Silicon Labs, please visit http://www.silabs.com.