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Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Currency risk firm Chatham opens Singapore office

Interest Rate and Currency Risk Advisory Firm Chatham Opens Singapore Office to Meet Asia Pacific Demand

Kennet Square, Pa. (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Chatham Financial, the world's largest independent interest rate and foreign exchange advisory company with over $433 billion in transactions annually, today announced the opening of its newest location in Singapore to better serve its international client base as well as support the interest rate and currency risk management needs of its growing number of Asia Pacific clients.

The Singapore office is in addition to two US locations in Kennett Square, PA, and Denver, CO as well as offices in London, UK, and Krakow, Poland.

"We are thrilled - this will allow us to continue to create market efficiency with closer proximity to the Asia market. We value having a relationship with our real estate, private equity, and corporate clients and will now be able to better serve on their team to help them accomplish their goals," said Mike Bontrager, founder of Chatham.

Chatham's breadth of services includes interest rate and currency hedging, accounting, capital advisory services, and defeasance. With over 200 professionals in Pennsylvania, London, Colorado, Poland, and Singapore, Chatham executes transactions on behalf of over 700 clients worldwide.

"Nine out of the top 10 US REITs are our clients as a result of our hedging and accounting services. With the developing Asian REIT market, this new office will allow us to be a part of easing the burden of reporting, valuations, and pricing transparency to the industry internationally," commented Jason Hoffnagle, Chatham's Singapore team leader, who previously helped develop Chatham's Denver location to serve their western US clients.

About Chatham Financial

Chatham Financial helps over 700 companies in many different industries properly manage interest rate and foreign exchange risk, navigate through any defeasance needs, address hedge accounting standards, and work through loan structuring issues.

Since 1991, Chatham Financial has been providing companies access to hedging sophistication typically only found at the largest banks. Our reputation for integrity has won us the confidence of derivative traders, marketers and bankers internationally.

SOURCE: Chatham Financial
CONTACT: Joy Peterson of Chatham Financial, +1-720-249-3606,
jpeterson@chathamfinancial.com
Web site: http://www.chathamfinancial.co.uk

AIDS Healthcare Foundation shares World Bank concerns

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) and AHF/India Cares today announced its strong support for a Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM)

New Delhi, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Call for an independent inquiry into allegations made by the World Bank (WB) concerning the second phase of National AIDS Control Programme (NACO) projects implemented throughout India.

The NACO projects and efforts in question have been supported in part by these two international donors. AIDS Healthcare Foundation will also request that Manmohan Singh, the honorable Prime Minister of India, and who is also the Chair of National AIDS Council (NAC), the highest authority to address HIV AIDS in India, takes cognizance of these allegations and use his influence to help weed out corruption at NACO in an effort to restore faith in the government AIDS system, which has been failing the people of India.

"Like the Global Fund, AHF is very concerned by the corruption allegations made by the World Bank, which has greater ramifications for future resource allocations in the fight against the epidemic in India and globally," said Dr. Chinkholal Thangsing, Chief, Asia Pacific Bureau, AIDS Healthcare Foundation based in New Delhi.

Dr. Thangsing also expressed disappointment with the slow action by the World Bank, stating, "Sadly the World Bank has remained a silent spectator for all these years when similar corruption allegations were first reported as early as 2005." He added, "The World Bank should invest in good governance and greater involvement and participation of civil society organizations in the government programs. This is crucial and would significantly check and help fight corruption of all forms and at different levels within the Indian healthcare system."

"We were shocked and appalled at the manner in which the corruption has surfaced in the NACO health programs meant to save lives of millions. I worry that large donors such as the World Bank and the Global Fund took too long to wake up to the rampant corruption within NACO and the State AIDS Control Society (SACS) and will now be forced to take action," Terri Ford, AHF's Director of Global Advocacy, currently deployed in India, expressing concern about the continued corruption and the possible cut off of global funds to fight AIDS.

"The mother in need of treatment in India is going to be the one who suffers from this corruption and its exposure -- not the bureaucrats. AHF encourages the abolition of inherent corruption, but we also are here to advocate for clients and patients who need the services the World Bank and the Global Fund support. It is time for zero tolerance on corruption in HIV/AIDS care in India -- something that is long overdue."

About AHF/India Cares

AHF/India Cares centers provide testing, psycho-social support services and anti-retroviral treatment including both pediatric and second-line treatment. The facilities provide comprehensive HIVAIDS care and treatment and holistic services, and serve as one-stop shops for people living with HIVAIDS (PLWHAs). In the Asia/Pacific region, AIDS Healthcare Foundation currently provides free anti-retroviral treatment and services to people in need through its clinics and programmes in India, Nepal, Thailand, Viet Nam, Cambodia and China.

About AHF

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is the US' largest non-profit HIV/AIDS healthcare, research, prevention and education provider. AHF currently provides treatment, care and support services to more than 62,000 individuals in 20 countries worldwide in the US, Africa, Latin America/Caribbean and Asia.

Additional information is available at www.aidshealth.org http://www.aidshealth.org

SOURCE: AIDS Healthcare Foundation
CONTACT: INDIA, Chinkholal Thangsing, MD Asia Pacific Bureau
Chief (New Delhi), +91-98-1827-0687 mobile,
chinkholal.thangsing@aidshealth.org,
or Dr. Mahesh Ganesan, Advocacy Coordinator,
+91-11-4174554141, +91-11-4174554142, or +91-99-1133-1998
mobile, mahesh.ganesan@aidshealth.org;
or UNITED STATES, Ged Kenslea, Communications Director,
+1-323-860-5225 work, +1-323-791-5526 mobile,
gedk@aidshealth.org, all for AIDS Healthcare Foundation

Website: http://www.aidshealth.org

Inflow of new members puts LiMo at heart of mobile industry

Further Mobile Technology Leaders from All Parts of the Value System Join LiMo to Accelerate the Delivery of Innovative New Handsets, Applications and Services

Barcelona, Spain, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Mobile World Congress - LiMo Foundation, a global consortium of mobile leaders delivering an open handset platform for the whole mobile industry, announced today the addition of several new member companies, including ACCESS CO., LTD., AMD (NYSE: AMD), FueTrek, Open-Plug, Orange, Renesas Technology Corp., Samsung SDS, SoftBank and STMicroelectronics.

These nine new entrants, which expand LiMos membership to 32 since launching in January 2007, will join forces with existing LiMo members to deliver an open handset platform for the whole mobile industry.

LiMo has made great progress in just 12 months and is completely on schedule with its planned deliverables, making this a very exciting period for the mobile industry, said Morgan Gillis, executive director, LiMo Foundation.

This further surge in membership is a clear indication that LiMo is extremely well positioned to quickly deliver exciting new handsets, applications and services that will provide the best possible mobile user experience.

LiMo Foundation is blending community-based development benefits of transparency, innovation and scalability with the best development practices from the mobile community worldwide to create an innovative new business model with widespread adoption.

LiMo's unwavering commitment to delivering an open mobile platform combined with its transparent, inclusive and not-for-profit approach is attracting full industry engagement, said NTT DoCoMos Kiyohito Nagata, chairperson of LiMo Foundation. We are excited to have such an impressive array of global companies on board as new members and we welcome their collective contribution, which will speed the creation of the worlds first globally competitive, Linux-based software platform for mobile devices.

The LiMo Platform(TM) -- leveraging standards and open-source projects -- is a modular, plug-in-based, hardware-independent architecture built around an open operating system, with a secure run-time environment for support of downloaded applications. LiMos application programming interface (API) specifications are available now at www.limofoundation.org.

Guido Arnone, Director of Terminals Technology, Vodafone, and vice chairperson of LiMo Foundation, added: "This latest wave of new members further strengthens the LiMo ecosystem and will help accelerate our shared vision for a large and open mobile community, which will in turn help unlock innovation with substantial benefits for customers."

LiMos technology will be showcased in Booth 8b135, Hall 8 at Mobile World Congress, February 11-14 in Barcelona.

LiMo Foundation is open to all vendors and service providers in the mobile communications marketplace, including device manufacturers, operators, chipset manufacturers, independent software vendors, integrators and third-party developers. Foundation members have the opportunity to participate in building an active ecosystem and have the ability to influence the evolution of the platform, leaving them free to provide compelling and differentiated services to customers.

About LiMo Foundation

LiMo Foundation is a dedicated consortium of mobile industry leaders working together within an open and transparent governance model -- with shared leadership and shared decision making -- to deliver an open and globally consistent handset software platform based upon Mobile Linux for use by the whole mobile industry. A full description of the foundation, including the vision, goals, charter, guiding principles, bylaws and membership information, can be found at www.limofoundation.org.

Additional Supporting Quotes ACCESS CO., LTD.

Our motivation to join LiMo grew out of our longstanding dedication to accelerating Mobile Linux innovation, said Toru Arakawa, CEO, president and co-founder of ACCESS. Mobile users are demanding easier-to-use products with more sophisticated applications. Our experience in developing the ACCESS Linux Platform(TM) and our work with the LiMo Foundation will help to meet these demands and hasten the development and delivery of new, innovative products.

Together with Orange and the other Founder members, we look forward to playing a key role in bringing Mobile Linux innovations to market.

AMD

AMD is committed to driving a strong mobile ecosystem to unleash state-of-the-art graphics and multimedia across a range of handheld devices, said Adrian Hartog, senior vice president and general manager, AMDs Consumer Electronics Group. AMD's participation in the LiMo foundation is a natural extension of our work to develop innovative, open platforms that enable The Ultimate Visual Experience for mobile consumers everywhere.

FueTrek

With such significant developments in the mobile value chain we are encouraged to contribute our viable design experience and expertise to LiMo's software platform, said Hideyuki Fujiki, President and CEO of FueTrek. We are very excited to join the lineup of LiMo members and look forward to working with some of the biggest and most innovative players in the mobile industry.

Open-Plug

We are very pleased to join the Limo Foundation. As a provider of component technologies and optimized IP for embedded software, Open-Plug is committed to contribute in making LiMo widely adopted by the wireless industry, said Eric Baissus, Chief Executive Officer of Open-Plug.

Orange

Orange was one of the first mobile operators to make significant strides in open source innovation, commented Yves Maitre, senior vice president, devices, Orange. Our vision is for a truly open mobile community which delivers richer mobile services, more affordable devices and a better experience for our customers. We have already achieved part of this vision through the foundation of the LiPS Forum. Today, we are taking our vision one step further by joining LiMo as a Founder member, unifying the Mobile Linux industry and creating an extraordinary level of openness that will accelerate the delivery of these new and compelling mobile services.

Renesas Technology Corp.

Renesas is very pleased to become a member of the LiMo Foundation, said Ikuya Kawasaki, general manager of System Solution Business Unit 2 at Renesas Technology Corp. Having an established position as a mobile phone platform provider with its SH-Mobile G series, Renesas believes that it can use its experience to make a valuable contribution to the consortium and to make LiMo the preferred open handset solution.

Samsung SDS

Samsung SDS is delighted to become a LiMo member, said Scott Koo, Vice President, Samsung SDS. We have grown to provide thought leadership to our customers across all industries and joining LiMo shows our commitment to the creation of an open platform based on Linux which will greatly benefit the mobile industry.

STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics is planning to integrate the Linux open handset software platform, as defined by the LiMo Foundation, on its leading-edge Nomadik mobile multimedia application processor platform, said Patrice Meilland, Marketing Director of the Mobile, Multimedia and Communications Group, STMicroelectronics. We believe that the LiMo technology will take full advantage of the Nomadik application processors distributed architecture and accelerated multimedia features.

SOURCE: LiMo Foundation
CONTACT: Melissa Drozdowski, +1-336-376-5318, cell:
+1-336-266-2549, mdrozdowski@interprosepr.com, for LiMo Foundation, USA;
or Vivian Kelly, +1-703-860-0577, cell: +1-703-509-5412,
vivian_kelly@interprosepr.com, for LiMo Foundation, Barcelona
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Orange and ACCESS join LiMo Foundation, uniting mobile Linux group

Orange Joins as Founder Member, ACCESS Joins as Core Member, Underlining LiMos Position as a Unifying Force in Mobile Linux Mobile World Congress

Barcelona, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - LiMo Foundation, global communications

company Orange and ACCESS CO., LTD, a global provider of advanced mobile software technologies - pioneers in the Mobile Linux movement - today announced that Orange and ACCESS have joined LiMo Foundation to unify the Mobile Linux industry and make truly open devices more accessible to mobile users all over the world.

In recognition of its historic and pioneering role in the mobile Open Source community, Orange has been invited to join LiMo as a Founder member, alongside original Founders Motorola, NEC, NTT DoCoMo, Panasonic Mobile Communications, Samsung Electronics and Vodafone.

ACCESS, which shares a strong heritage in Mobile Linux innovation, joins as a new Core member and will also hold a seat on the LiMo Foundation board.

The reputations of Orange and ACCESS for leadership within the Mobile Linux community are widely recognized, so these companies represent major additions to LiMo Foundations governing board, said Morgan Gillis, executive director, LiMo Foundation.

Both Orange and ACCESS will make an invaluable contribution to delivering the LiMo Platform as a consistent, open source-based software platform that will benefit the entire mobile industry.

Dr. Malik Kamal-Saadi, principal analyst with Informa Telecoms & Media commented, With Orange and ACCESS joining LiMo Foundation, we are now seeing even stronger industry support for LiMos open, transparent approach to delivering a global handset platform based on Mobile Linux. This important milestone illustrates an intensifying commitment across the industry to Mobile Linux compliancy, portability of applications from one mobile device to another and the achievement of better user experiences through unification.

Orange was one of the first mobile operators to make significant strides in open source innovation, commented Yves Maitre, senior vice president, devices, Orange. Our vision is for a truly open mobile community which delivers richer mobile services, more affordable devices and a better experience for our customers. We previously supported open source Mobile Linux through our participation in the LiPS Forum. Today, we believe that by participating in LiMo, we will accelerate the delivery of new and compelling mobile services.

The addition of ACCESS provides further evidence of strong industry-wide engagement with LiMo Foundation. ACCESS and Orange have a long track record of collaborating to promote the introduction of Linux in the market for mobile and convergent devices.

By participating in LiMo Foundation, the two companies will work to substantially advance the creation of Linux-based mobile platforms; establish an ecosystem that highlights the advantages of Linux development (including transparency, innovation and scalability); collaborate with other industry peers, and promote platform standardization.

Our motivation to join LiMo grew out of our longstanding dedication to accelerating Mobile Linux innovation, said Toru Arakawa, CEO, president and co-founder of ACCESS. Mobile users are demanding easier-to-use products with more sophisticated applications.

Our experience in developing the ACCESS Linux Platform and our work with LiMo Foundation will help to meet these demands and hasten the development and delivery of new, innovative products. Together with Orange and the other Founder members, we look forward to playing a key role in bringing Mobile Linux innovations to market.

Kiyohito Nagata of NTT DoCoMo, chairperson of LiMo Foundation added, Orange and ACCESS are true innovators within the mobile industry. These are companies with proven technologies and large, sophisticated customer bases that will further establish LiMo as a global Linux-based platform while reducing fragmentation in mobile. We greatly look forward to their contributions as new board members.

Launched in January 2007, LiMo Foundation is open to all vendors and service providers in the mobile communications marketplace, including device manufacturers, operators, chipset manufacturers, independent software vendors, integrators and third-party developers. LiMo members are participating collectively to building a rich ecosystem and have the ability to influence the evolution of the LiMo Platform, leaving them free to provide compelling and differentiated services to customers.

LiMos technology will be showcased in Booth 8b135, Hall 8 at Mobile World Congress, February 11-14 in Barcelona. The Orange booth is located in Hall 1, stand 1E19. The ACCESS booth is located in the Courtyard Area CY06, Fira de Barcelona.

For more information on LiMo Foundation and its guiding principles and bylaws, please visit http://www.limofoundation.org.

About LiMo Foundation

LiMo Foundation(TM) is a dedicated consortium of mobile industry leaders working together within an open and transparent governance modelwith shared leadership and shared decision makingto deliver an open and globally consistent handset software platform based upon Mobile Linux for use by the whole mobile industry. A full description of LiMo, including its vision, goals, charter and membership information, can be found at www.limofoundation.org.

About Orange and France Telecom

Orange is the key brand of France Telecom, one of the worlds leading telecommunications operators. France Telecom serves more than 167 million customers in five continents as of September 30, 2007, of which two thirds are Orange customers.

The Group had consolidated sales of 51.7 billion euros in 2006 and 39.4 billion euros for the first nine months of 2007. At September 30, 2007 the group had 106.9 million mobile customers and 11.4 million broadband internet (ADSL) customers.

Launched in June 2005, the NExT program (New Experience in Telecommunications) will enable the Group to pursue its transformation as an integrated operator and make France Telecom the benchmark for new telecommunications services in Europe. In 2006, Orange became the Group's single brand for Internet, television and mobile services in the majority of countries where the company operates, and Orange Business Services the banner for services offered to businesses worldwide.

France Telecom is the number three mobile operator and the number one provider of broadband internet services in Europe and one of the world leaders in providing telecommunication services to multinational companies. France Telecom (NYSE:FTE) is listed on Euronext Paris and on the New York Stock Exchange.

For more information: www.orange.com, www.francetelecom.com, www.orange-business.com

About ACCESS

ACCESS CO., LTD. is a global company providing leading technology, software products and platforms for Web browsing, mobile phones, wireless handhelds, and other networked devices. ACCESS' product portfolio, including its NetFront(TM) Browser, Garnet(TM) OS (formerly Palm OS(R)) and ACCESS Linux Platform(TM), provides customers with solutions that enable faster time to market, flexibility and customizability.

The company, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates 29 subsidiaries and affiliates within Asia, Europe and the United States.

ACCESS is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Mothers Index under the number 4813. For more information about ACCESS, please visit http://www.access-company.com. ACCESS, NetFront, Garnet and ACCESS Linux Platform are trademarks or registered trademarks of ACCESS CO., LTD. in the United States, Japan and other countries.

The registered trademark Linux(R) is used pursuant to a sublicense from LMI, the exclusive licensee of Linus Torvalds, owner of the mark on a world-wide basis.

Palm OS is a trademark owned by Palm Trademark Holding Company and is licensed exclusively to ACCESS Systems Americas, Inc.

SOURCE: LiMo Foundation
CONTACT: Melissa Drozdowski +1-336-376-5318, cell:
+1-336-266-2549, mdrozdowski@interprosepr.com, for LiMo Foundation USA;
or Vivian Kelly +1-703-860-0577, cell: +1-703-509-5412,
vivian_kelly@interprosepr.com, for LiMo Foundation Barcelona;
Georgina Hart of the Orange Group Press Office,
+44-7730-989-693, georgina.hart@orange-ftgroup.com,
or Tom Jennings, +44-20-7344-1512, cell: +44-7740-038925,
tom.Jennings@edelman.com, for the Orange Group;
Mariko Hanaoka of ACCESS CO., LTD. +81-3-5259-3685, cell:
+81-90-7263-6023, mariko.hanaoka@access-company.com;
or Pam Miracle of ACESS Systems Americas, +1-408-400-1543,
cell: +1-408-242-8680, pam.miracle@acess-company.com;
or Laurence Clavre of ACCESS Systems Europe,
+33-0-6-72-38-05-38, laurence.clavere@access-company.com
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http://www.orange.com
http://www.francetelecom.com
http://www.orange-business.com

ANADIGICS expands WiMAX portfolio with new RF power amplifier

Designed for WiMAX and WiBro Applications, New AWM6422 Amplifier Delivers Exceptional Linearity and Efficiency at High Levels of Output Power

Barcelona, Spain, and Warren, New Jersey, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - ANADIGICS, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANAD), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions in the broadband wireless and wireline communications markets, today announced its new AWM6422 Power Amplifier at the Mobile World Congress 2008, Barcelona, Spain.

By offering the AWM6422, which operates in the 2.3-2.4 GHz frequency band allocated for broadband mobile wireless services, ANADIGICS expands its portfolio of leading edge products for WiMAX and WiBro (Korea) systems. The new AWM6422 is already being integrated into USB Adaptors manufactured for a major Korean telecom company.

A variation of ANADIGICS' widely accepted AWM6423, which was introduced last year, the new AWM6422 Power Amplifier (PA) is a high performance device with exceptional linearity and efficiency at high levels of output power.

Designed for WiMAX and WiBro applications in the 2.3-2.4 GHz band, the AWM6422 supports the IEEE 802.16e-2005 wireless standard as well as the IEEE 802.16d-2004 and the ETSI EN 301-021 standards. Optimized for use in mobile devices, the AWM6422 requires a nominal +3.3 V supply, but also provides enhanced RF performance when used with supply voltages as high as +4.2V.

"With today's announcement of our new AWM6422, ANADIGICS continues its leadership in providing state-of-the-art PA technology for wireless product and system design engineers worldwide," said Ron Michels, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Broadband Products, ANADIGICS, Inc.

"Our growing portfolio of WiMAX power amplifiers provides the high linearity, advanced functional integration and superior power efficiency required to support the high performance requirements of today's rapidly emerging broadband systems."

In addition to using ANADIGICS' patented, industry-leading InGaP-Plus(TM) Technology, the new AWM6422 Power Amplifier features:
-- Greater than 30 dB of RF Gain
-- Low EVM contribution at high output power levels:
- 2.5 per cent EVM at +22 dBm (+3.3 V Supply)
- 4 per cent EVM at +23.5 dBm (+3.3 V Supply)
- 2.5 per cent EVM at +23.5 dBm (+4.2 V Supply)
- 4 per cent EVM at +25 dBm (+4.2 V Supply)
-- Integrated 25 dB Attenuator
-- Integrated Output Power Detector
-- 50 ohm Matched RF Ports for Reduced External Component Count
-- RoHS Compliant 4.5 mm x 4.5 mm x 1.4 mm Surface Mount Package.

ANADIGICS' new AWM6422 2.3-2.4 GHz WiMAX/WiBro amplifier is sampling now with volume production scheduled for the end of Q1 2008. For a detailed product data sheet on the AWM6422, visit: www.anadigics.com/products/wlan_wimax wimax_802_16_power_amplifiers/awm6422

For information, pricing or samples of any ANADIGICS WiMAX and WiBro power amplifier, contact your local ANADIGICS sales representative or distributor.

Visit www.anadigics.com/worldwide_sales or contact ANADIGICS at +1.908.668.5000 (phone) or +1.908.668.5132 (FAX).

About ANADIGICS, Inc.

ANADIGICS, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANAD) is a leading provider of semiconductor solutions in the rapidly growing wireless handset and broadband communication markets. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Warren, NJ, the company's award-winning products include power amplifiers for wireless handsets, WLAN and WiMAX; CATV tuner integrated circuits, active splitters and CATV infrastructure line amplifier ICs, which can be sold individually or packaged as integrated RF and front end modules. For more information, visit: www.anadigics.com.

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No assurances can be given, however, that these events will occur or that these projections will be achieved and actual results and developments could differ materially from those projected as a result of certain factors.

Important factors that could cause actual results and developments to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such projections and forward-looking statements include those factors detailed from time to time in our reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006.

SOURCE: ANADIGICS, Inc.
CONTACT: Media - Steven M. Plavny, +1-770-235-5918,
splavny@anadigics.com; Corporate - Jennifer Palella,
+1-908-668-5000, jpalella@anadigics.com; Investors - Thomas
Shields, +1-908-412-5995, tshields@anadigics.com; all of ANADIGICS, Inc.
Web site: http://www.anadigics.com
http://www.anadigics.com/worldwide_sales

Clavister sets world record with firewalling performance

Clavister Research & Development Team Sets new World Record With 500 Gbps Firewalling Performance

Stockholm, Sweden, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Clavister AB, a leading provider of IP-based security and Unified Threat Management (UTM) solutions, today declared a new world record in network security throughput.

Tests show that the new Clavister technology is able to achieve plaintext throughput beyond 500 Gbps and IPsec VPN throughput beyond 200 Gbps.

"We are very excited about this development," said John Vestberg, CTO at Clavister. "Breaking into this performance range is crucial for the next- generation multimedia networks, which has extreme demands."

This new technology will have a huge impact on the network security landscape and will enable service providers, telecommunication companies, data centers and large organizations to reap the benefits of this huge performance gain.

Many of these organizations are faced with an ever increasing demand for more versatile and complex data traffic, including triple-play and HDTV.

Network security components are increasingly becoming fundamental building blocks in any network configuration, and as such they cannot be a bottleneck.

Clavister works in close collaboration with an increasing number of selected partners in the data center and telecommunication sector to ensure that the performance will enable them to continue to offer their customers the best-of- breed services and products, without being hampered by poor performance.

"With this extreme capacity gain, we are able to give organizations a whole new range of functionality, such as virtualization, distribution, carrier-grade resilience and scalability beyond anything ever seen before," said Peter Johansson, President & CEO at Clavister.

This new Clavister technology will be the future foundation for Clavister Security Service Platform (SSP(TM)) and it is targeted for release in Q4/2008.

About Clavister

Clavister - a Swedish privately owned company developing IT security products, including its award-winning Clavister Security Services Platform (SSP(TM)). This service-oriented framework enables organizations to monitor network traffic, protecting critical business assets and blocking undesirable surfing. It will also protect you against intrusion, viruses, worms, Trojans, and overload attacks.

It requires minimal servicing, with central administration, and has exceptionally flexible configuration possibilities. Its seamless scalability makes it easy to provision the perfect solution for any customer; be it small organizations, large Internet Service Providers, Managed Security Service Providers, or multimedia-ready telecom operators.

Clavister was founded 1997 in Sweden, with R&D and headquarters based in Ornskoldsvik and Sales and Marketing based in Stockholm. Its solutions are marketed and sold through International sales offices, distributors, and resellers throughout EMEA and Asia. Clavister also offers its technology to OEM manufacturers.

For more information, please visit us at http://www.clavister.com.
SOURCE: Clavister AB
CONTACT: Press, Ralf Labeda, +46(0)8-545-298-05,
+46(0)8-411-18-60 fax, ralf.labeda@clavister.com
Web site: http://www.clavister.com

Sennheiser Communications unveils new headset for Apple`s iPhone

Copenhagen, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Sennheiser Communications is to unveil a variety of new headsets to the mobile market at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, 11-14 February.

The new products include the MM 50 iPhone which brings legendary Sennheiser sound quality to the iPhone and iPod generation.

New products on show in Barcelona

-- MM 50 iPhone - giving iPhone and iPod users access to leading Sennheiser sound quality for the first time, the MM 50 iPhone is a wired stereo headset with an in-line microphone.

-- MM 200 - the MM 200 is the first stereo headset in Sennheiser Communication's Bluetooth(R) product range, combining Sennheiser's famous premium sound quality with
wireless freedom.

2008 builds on the success of 2007 Guido Karbautzki, Head of Sales and Marketing, at Sennheiser Communications says: "During 2007, product launches took centre stage. We concentrated on creating easy-to-use headsets with exceptional sound quality, and expanded our premium headset line for mobile phones. In 2008, we believe our "hybrid solutions" - offering seamless connectivity between office phones, mobiles, laptops and VoIP-enabled computers - will be leading the one-headset-fits-all market."

Delegates at the World Mobile Congress will also get a chance to see a number of recently launched Bluetooth(R) products.

-- BW 900 - a high-end wireless office headset with 100-metre range, the BW 900 is perfect for people on the go and links seamlessly with office phone, mobile, laptop and VoIP-enabled computers.

-- VMX 100 - with VoiceMax(TM) dual-microphone technology, the VMX 100's two microphones and advanced digital signal processing ensures your voice is heard natural and clear at the other.

-- FLX 70 - the FLX 70 uses FlexFit(TM) technology, placing strong focus on wearing comfort and sound quality. With a closed in-ear speaker design, it reduces ambient noise by up to 70 per cent.

Try the products for yourselves "People are welcome to drop by and try our products", says Guido Karbautzki. "We'll be available to demonstrate and discuss them. We feel our headsets offer the best quality on the market, and the only way to really demonstrate that is for people to hear for themselves. After all, hearing is believing."

Sennheiser will be at the Mobile World Congress from 11-14 February at stand 7C85.

About Sennheiser Communications

Sennheiser Communications A/S, established on 1 January 2003, is a joint venture between the Danish company William Demant Holding A/S and the German company Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG. Based in Copenhagen, the joint venture develops telecommunications products for call centres, office applications and private users, and markets them worldwide.

Sennheiser Communications A/S excels in state-of-the-art technologies and outstanding customer service. The joint venture draws on the experience of two companies that are both global market leaders in their respective sectors.

SOURCE: Sennheiser Communications
CONTACT: Guido Karbautzki,
Head of Sales and Marketing of Sennheiser Communications A/S,
+45-5618-0000, gkarbautzki@sennheisercommunications.com

Sonus Networks unveils new mobile tech to shape wireless world

Sonus mobilEdge(TM) Expands Wireless and Wireline Service Convergence and Enables New Revenue Generating Services

Westford, Massachusetts and Barcelona, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Sonus Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: SONS), a leading supplier of service provider IP-voice infrastructure solutions, today at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona unveiled its latest wireless technology that will allow mobile operators to rapidly increase their average revenue per user (ARPU) and leverage their existing high-speed data networks.

Sonus' new mobilEdge(TM) Wireless Access Node, integrates seamlessly with the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) enabling operators to deliver never before seen services over existing high-speed data networks cost-effectively and securely.

The new carrier-class product provides consumers with improved access to 2.5G and 3G mobile multimedia services, while enabling network operators to effectively deliver quadruple-play services (voice, video, data and mobility) and expand their wireless network coverage. Sonus will be demonstrating its mobilEdge technology at its booths at Mobile World Congress, # 2E58 and 2E66.

"Macro mobile phone networks were built primarily with outdoor usage in mind and to deliver a separate set of services from wireline networks. For today's consumers, however, the mobile phone is a hub for communication and entertainment, regardless of location, and users want their portfolio of services available on both their mobile and fixed line phones."

"The Sonus mobilEdge Wireless Access Node not only expands network coverage in a cost- effective manner, it also streamlines the delivery of media-rich services improving the value mobile network operators can offer to their customers," said Hassan Ahmed, president, chairman and CEO, Sonus Networks. "This is a really exciting turning point for mobile networks."

Sonus' mobilEdge lets network operators combine their high-speed data networks with picocell or femtocell technology to maximize the investment they have previously made in their wireless broadband networks. Further, the mobilEdge allows operators to generate increasing minutes and improve the average revenue per user with broader wireless access and additional services.

With Sonus' mobilEdge, subscribers enjoy seamless mobile coverage and a rich array of new IP-based multimedia services, while network operators can realize increased revenue, reduced churn, and lower costs.

Technology Overview

The Sonus MobilEdge Wireless Access Node serves as an anchor node bridging femtocell and picocell access networks, high-speed wireless data networks and IP-based core wireless networks. The mobilEdge supports today's need for 2G GSM and 3G UMTS femtocell and picocell access points for residential and enterprise use, including both in-building coverage and outdoor in-fill applications.

In addition, it is fully compliant with the ongoing development of the LTE and SAE efforts within the 3GPP and provides an ideal integration node for 4G radios as they are introduced into the network.

Through standard SIP signaling, the mobilEdge makes centralized IP-based services available to both wireline and wireless subscribers. And by handling mobility-related procedures at the edge of the IP core, the mobilEdge allows IP core and access networks to evolve independently.

The mobilEdge platform leverages the mobile switching technology developed by Zynetix, a company Sonus acquired in April 2007, and Sonus' own field- proven GSX switching platform that drives over 36 billion VoIP minutes a month. With over 100 systems installed on five continents, the Zynetix mobile switching technology is a proven, field-deployed product. It supports common mobile phone call models, provides tightly integrated mobility management, and works with a range of pico femtocell products.

The industry-leading Sonus GSX is a globally deployed platform. Other GSX- based products provide call routing, TDM-to-IP gateway functions, and secure IP-to-IP border switching. Integrated with the feature-rich Sonus product line, the GSX delivers proven SIP call control and carrier-grade availability on a hardened, highly scalable platform. By integrating the Zynetix mobile switching technology with Sonus' GSX platform, Sonus has created an innovative solution for connecting broadband-attached picocells and femtocells to an IP SIP core.

The Sonus mobilEdge platform is available in two versions:

-- MobilEdge9000 is a modular carrier-class platform that is highly scalable, and fully redundant. It can support up to 640,000 mobile subscribers in a single chassis, which is 16U high and fits in a standard 19-inch (600 mms) wide telecom rack.

-- MobilEdge4010 is a fixed-configuration carrier-class platform that is fully redundant, but targeted at smaller central offices. It can support up to 25,000 mobile subscribers in a single chassis, which is 3U high and fits in a standard 19-inch (600 mms) wide telecom rack.

About Sonus Networks

Sonus Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of IP-voice infrastructure solutions for wireline and wireless service providers. With its comprehensive IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) solution, Sonus addresses the full range of carrier applications, including residential and business voice services, wireless voice and multimedia, trunking and tandem switching, carrier interconnection and enhanced services.

Sonus' voice infrastructure solutions are deployed in service provider networks worldwide. Founded in 1997, Sonus is headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts.

Additional information on Sonus is available at http:/www.sonusnet.com.

This release may contain forward-looking statements regarding future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual future events or results. Readers are referred to Item 1A "Risk Factors" of Sonus' Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2007, filed with the SEC, which identifies important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements.

Risk factors include among others: the impact of material weaknesses in our disclosure controls and procedures and our internal control over financial reporting on our ability to report our financial results timely and accurately; the unpredictability of our quarterly financial results; risks and uncertainties associated with the Company's restatement of its historical stock option granting practices and accounting including regulatory actions or litigation; risks associated with our international expansion and growth; consolidation in the telecommunications industry; and potential costs resulting from pending securities litigation against the Company.

Any forward-looking statements represent Sonus' views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing Sonus' views as of any subsequent date. While Sonus may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Sonus specifically disclaims any obligation to do so.

The information in this press release is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at Sonus' sole discretion without notice. Sonus has no obligation or commitment to develop or deliver any future release, upgrade, feature, enhancement or function described in this release. The information is provided "AS IS," with all faults, and without any warranties whatsoever, express or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, performance, or fitness for a particular purpose.

Sonus is a registered trademark of Sonus Networks, Inc.

All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.

For more information, please contact: U.S. Media Relations: Lucy Millington +1 978-614-8240 lmillington@sonusnet.com Investor Relations: Jocelyn Philbrook +1 978-614-8672 jphilbrook@sonusnet.com EMEA Media Relations: Paula Lender-Swain +44 (0)1793 601453 plender-swain@sonusnet.com

SOURCE: Sonus Networks, Inc.
CONTACT: U.S. Media Relations Lucy Millington
+1-978-614-8240 lmillington@sonusnet.com Investor Relations
Jocelyn Philbrook +1-978-614-8672 jphilbrook@sonusnet.com
or EMEA Media Relations Paula Lender-Swain +44 1793 601453
plender-swain@sonusnet.com
Web site: http://www.sonusnet.com

OmniVision launches 1st single-chip, 1/4" 3 MP CameraChip sensor

Barcelona, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Mobile World Congress -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: OVTI), the world's largest supplier of CMOS image sensors, today claimed a mobile handset industry first with the introduction of the OV3642, a 1/4-inch, 3 megapixel CameraChip(TM) sensor with TrueFocus(TM) technology embedded on-chip.

The fully integrated OV3642 is built with OmniVision's new OmniPixel3-HS(TM) technology which delivers double the sensitivity (960mV/Lux-sec) of other manufacturers' 1/4" 3 megapixel SOC sensors, offering best in class low light performance.

TrueFocus technology optimizes optics, sensors and image processing to maximize camera performance and minimize system size and cost. Using TrueFocus in camera phones enables true 'point-and-shoot' capability, where the entire scene -- from 20 cm to infinity -- is always in focus, a benefit that applies equally to video capture. There are no moving optical components and thus there is no delay in image capture. TrueFocus technology enables instant one-click capture and therefore no 'missed opportunities' for the camera user.

The OV3642 has an embedded microcontroller to support an internal auto focus engine that is controllable via its general purpose I/Os. This provides customers the flexibility to use the OV3642 in a variety of camera designs targeting fixed focus, TrueFocus and auto focus solutions.

"With the OV3642, our customers can now benefit from a revolutionary single-chip solution that offers best-in-class low light performance combined with extended focal-range capability at a competitive cost point, all in a package that fits standard 8.5mm by 8.5mm sockets," said Per Rosdahl, Director of Marketing at OmniVision.

"With now three 1/4-inch 3 megapixel product offerings, OmniVision is delivering truly innovative optimized solutions that improve imaging functionality, camera performance and the overall user experience."

The OV3642 also includes an embedded image stabilization function to prevent image blur, thereby producing sharper images. This feature is especially important in low light situations, where cameras need a longer exposure time, and require the photographer to keep a steady hand.

The OV3642 image array operates at up to 15 frames per second (fps) in full resolution (QXGA) transferred over either a two lane MIPI interface, or a traditional parallel interface. The sensor also contains an integrated JPEG compression engine simplifying bandwidth limited interfaces. The parallel port can also be used as input for an external secondary camera, allowing the camera to use the OV3642's highly advanced image signal processor (ISP) and share the MIPI interface.

For identification and production control purposes, the OV3642 includes one-time programmable memory. All required image processing functions are programmable through the SCCB interface.

The OV3642 is currently available for customer sampling. Volume production is expected in the third quarter of 2008.

About OmniVision(R)

OmniVision Technologies designs and markets high-performance semiconductor image sensors. Its OmniPixel(R), OmniPixel2(TM), OmniPixel3(TM), and OmniPixel3-HS(TM) CameraChip(TM) products are highly integrated single-chip CMOS image sensors for mass-market consumer and commercial applications such as mobile phones, digital still cameras, security and surveillance systems, interactive video games, laptops and PCs and automotive and medical imaging systems. Additional information is available at http://www.ovt.com.

Safe-Harbor Language Certain statements in this press release, including statements regarding the performance and capabilities of, the anticipated demand for and the expected time frame for volume production of the OV3642 CMOS image sensors are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties.

These risks and uncertainties, which could cause the forward-looking statements and OmniVision's results to differ materially, include, without limitation: potential errors, design flaws or other problems with the OV3642; customer and market acceptance, demand, and other risks detailed from time to time in OmniVision's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, OmniVision's most recent annual report filed on Form 10-K and its most recent quarterly reports filed on Form 10-Q.

OmniVision expressly disclaims any obligation to update information contained in any forward-looking statement.

OmniVision(R), the OmniVision logo and OmniPixel(R) are registered trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc. CameraChip(TM), OmniPixel2(TM) , OmniPixel3 and OmniPixel3-HS(TM) are trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc.

SOURCE OmniVision Technologies, Inc.
CONTACT: Media, Martijn Pierik of Impress Public Relations,
+1-602-366-5599, martijn@impress-pr.com; or Investors, Steven
Horwitz, +1-408-542-3263, or Company Contact, Scott Foster,
+1-408-542-3077, sfoster@ovt.com, both of OmniVision Technologies, Inc.
Web site: http://www.ovt.com

OmniVision doubles low light sensitivity with new OmniPixel3-HS

Barcelona, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Mobile World Congress -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: OVTI), the world's largest supplier of CMOS image sensors, today announced its OmniPixel3-HS(TM) architecture, which incorporates a new pixel design that doubles the sensitivity of its 1.75 micron OmniPixel3(TM) architecture to 960 millivolts per lux-second.

The performance of the new OmniPixel3-HS architecture significantly enhances image capture under very low lighting conditions, and thus allows for a new generation of compact camera solutions for mobile handsets, notebook computers and other applications that require exceptional low-light performance without the need for flash.

"Our R&D team engaged in a focused effort with technology partner TSMC to move more advanced design rules into the current 0.11-micron image technology to support this new pixel architecture," said Howard Rhodes, OmniVision's Vice President of Process Engineering.

"OmniVision has systematically analyzed the performance of over 100 different pixel designs over 100 different process variations to arrive at the OmniPixel3-HS design. The result is an OmniVision proprietary image technology that doubles the sensitivity of our first generation OmniPixel3 1.75 micron pixel."

OmniPixel3-HS is a symmetric pixel design that eliminates color shading across the image plane. Combined with a low stack height, the OmniPixel3-HS pixel delivers a sharp, clear and accurate color image across the entire image plane. The new pixel cuts fundamental noise sources in half, significantly increasing the internal pixel gain and the quantum efficiency to provide a sensor with much superior low light performance and improved performance in all lighting conditions.

OmniVision will be demonstrating several new products incorporating its OmniPixel3-HS architecture at the Mobile World Congress (Hall 1, booth 1G13) in Barcelona, February
11-14, 2008.

About OmniVision(R)

OmniVision Technologies designs and markets high-performance semiconductor image sensors. Its OmniPixel(R), OmniPixel2(TM), OmniPixel3(TM), and OmniPixel3-HS CameraChip(TM) products are highly integrated single-chip CMOS image sensors for mass-market consumer and commercial applications such as mobile phones, digital still cameras, security and surveillance systems, interactive video games, laptops and PCs and automotive and medical imaging systems. Additional information is available at http://www.ovt.com.

Safe-Harbor Language

Certain statements in this press release, including statements regarding the performance achievements and capabilities of OmniPIxel3-HS architecture and the development of products based on this architecture, are forward- looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties.

These risks and uncertainties, which could cause the forward-looking statements and OmniVision's results to differ materially, include, without limitation: potential errors, design flaws or other problems with OMNIPIXEL3-HS; risks associated developing future architecture and products incorporating OMNIPIXEL3-HS; the rapid changes in technical requirements for camera phone products; competitive risks; as well as other risks detailed from time to time in OmniVision's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, OmniVision's most recent annual report filed on Form 10-K and its most recent quarterly report filed on Form 10-Q.

OmniVision expressly disclaims any obligation to update information contained in any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

OmniVision(R), the OmniVision logo and OmniPixel(R) are registered trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc. CameraChip(TM), OmniPixel2(TM), OmniPixel3(TM) and OmniPixel3-HS(TM) are trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc.

SOURCE OmniVision Technologies, Inc.
CONTACT: Media, Martijn Pierik of Impress Public Relations,
+1-602-366-5599, martijn@impress-pr.com; or Investors, Steven
Horwitz, +1-408-542-3263,
or Company Contact, Scott Foster, +1-408-542-3077,
sfoster@ovt.com, both of OmniVision Technologies, Inc.
Web site: http://www.ovt.com

Telegent Systems powers free-to-air mobile TV in Konka handsets

Konka Utilizes Telegent's TLG1100 to Deliver Live, Familiar Television Programming to Mobile Phones

Barcelona, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Telegent Systems, the company that makes television mobile with its high-performance single-chip mobile TV solutions, and Konka Group, a leading Chinese manufacturer of mobile phones and television sets, announced that they have teamed to deliver mobile handsets with free-to-air TV.

Konka's handsets are set to ship globally during the second quarter of 2008 and will allow consumers to receive the live, familiar television programming that they normally view at home while they are on the go.

Konka's mobile TV handset feature is powered by the TLG1100, a high-performance single-chip mobile TV receiver from Telegent Systems. The TLG1100 supports NTSC, PAL and worldwide FM broadcast standards and is designed specifically for mobile environments, delivering a high quality picture that remains stable at high speeds of up to 430 km/h. The chip also achieves ultra-low power consumption, enabling multiple hours of continuous viewing time.

"We are impressed with the performance and fast time to market of the free-to-air mobile TV feature," said Hongtao Li, CEO of Konka's Mobile Phone Division. "The picture quality and long battery lifetime provide consumers with a positive viewing experience and allow us to differentiate our handsets and meet consumer demand."

"We have seen strong consumer interest in free-to-air mobile TV around the world, especially in emerging markets," said Weijie Yun, president & CEO of Telegent Systems. "We are delighted to partner with an internationally recognized handset and television brand such as Konka to bring these solutions to market."

About Konka Group

Established in 1980, Konka Group is a consumer electronics enterprise with reliable quality and a high reputation, especially in the fields of TV sets and mobile phones. With three world-class R&D centers in China and one in the USA, Konka is successful in developing a series of next generation electronics and telecommunications products with high market adaptability and competitiveness, including Combo TV, Digital TV, LCDTV, and Plasma screens. Konka has fifteen production lines handling GSM, CDMA, 3G and dual model phones and a full set of advanced facilities covering SMT, plastic injection, tooling, testing and assembly. While increasing its market share domestically, Konka is dedicated to provide top quality products to global customers with prime quality, competitive price and superior service.

For more information, please visit http://www.konka.com

About Telegent Systems, Inc.

Telegent Systems is a leading fabless CMOS semiconductor company providing high performance, single-chip solutions enabling free-to-air and pay-per-view mobile TV in mobile handsets, portable devices and consumer electronics.

Telegent's solutions make television mobile, delivering both analog and digital broadcast reception with unparalleled sensitivity and picture quality in mobile environments, ultra-low power consumption and the highest integration simplifying mobile device design and manufacture. Telegent Systems has its US headquarters in Sunnyvale, California and a subsidiary in China.

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

Telegent Systems and the Telegent Systems logo are trademarks of Telegent Systems.

Other company names and trademarks are trademarks of their respective companies.

SOURCE: Telegent Systems; Konka Group
CONTACT: Roberta Silverstein of MediaBridge PR,
+1-408-416-6501,
rsilverstein@mbipr.com,
for Telegent Systems; or
Julie Walsh of Babel PR for Telegent (Europe),
+44-20-7434-5550,
Telegent@babelpr.com; or
Fan Donghua of Overseas Marketing Dep.,
0086-755-26608866-6695,
fandonghua@konka.com,
for Konka
Web site: http://www.telegent.com
http://www.konka.com

Gameloft launches mobile games for touch screen handsets

Barcelona, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Gameloft(R), the world leading mobile gaming company, remains at the forefront of technology by announcing the launch of games designed especially for touch screen mobile handsets. Gameloft is the first publisher to cater to this new generation of mobile phones.

Using the company's expertise from developing stylus-based games for the Nintendo DS, Gameloft sought out ways to best utilize the touch screens, which transform gameplay into a more intuitive experience and remove the limitation of small keyboards.

"The hype for 2008 will focus on the emergence of these new handsets and Gameloft has already gotten a head start," said Michel Guillemot, President and CEO of Gameloft. "This is a new step in terms of development, one that leads us to rethink how we approach our game controls so that players can interact directly with the screen and get a greater gaming experience. Touch screen games are perfect examples of how modern technology can advance the gaming industry."

Gameloft already has more than 15 touch screen games in its catalogue, including Block Breaker Deluxe, Brain Challenge and Brain Challenge 2, Bubble Bash, Platinum Solitaire, Chessmaster, Miami Nights: Single in the City, Paris Hilton's Diamond Quest, Sexy Poker Manga, Catchphrase, Deal or No Deal, Shrek the Third, Real Football: Manager Edition, and CSI Miami.

These games were developed for the first touch screen mobile phones available on the market, including the LG Viewty, LG KS20, the HTC touch screen line, and the Samsung SGH-F700. Gameloft's touch screen games were initially developed in Java, though some will also be developed on the Windows Mobile platform.

The creation of touch screen games is part of Gameloft's overall effort to make all of its games accessible to every commercially-available phone model on the market, which today stands at 1,200 different models for 180 carriers throughout 80 countries.

You can test touch screen games at Gameloft's kiosk: 2B114 Hall 2.

Gameloft's videos are available on: http://fr.youtube.com/user/GameloftVideos

About Gameloft

Gameloft is a leading international publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones. Established in 1999, it has emerged as one of the top innovators in its field. The company creates games for mobile handsets equipped with Java, Brew or Symbian technology. The total number of games-enabled handsets is anticipated to exceed two billion units (1) in 2008. (1-Source: Arc Group)

Partnership agreements with leading licensors and sports personalities such as Ubisoft Entertainment, Universal Pictures, ABC, Touchstone Television, DreamWorks Animations SKG, Endemol, 20th Century Fox, Viacom, Sony Pictures, Warner Bros., Paris Hilton Ent., FifPro, Lamborghini, Lleyton Hewitt, Gus Hansen, Kobe Bryant, Robinho, Patrick Vierra, Christophe Dominici, and Jonny Wilkinson allow Gameloft to form strong relationships with international brands. In addition to the partnerships, Gameloft owns and operates titles such as Block Breaker Deluxe, Asphalt: Urban GT and New York Nights.

Through agreements with major telephone wireless carriers, handset manufacturers, specialized distributors and its online store, Gameloft has a distribution network in 80 countries.

Gameloft has worldwide offices in New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Montreal, Mexico, Buenos Aires, Paris, London, Cologne, Copenhagen, Milan, Madrid, Warsaw, New Delhi, Beijing, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. Gameloft is ranked in Compartment B of Euronext Paris (ISIN: FR0000079600, Bloomberg: GFT FP, Reuters: GLFT.PA)

For more information, visit http://www.gameloft.com
SOURCE: Gameloft
CONTACT: Aude Fouquier, PR Manager, of Gameloft,
+33(0)1-58-16-20-40,
+33(0)6-29-02-61-24,
aude.fouquier@gameloft.com
Web site: http:/www.gameloft.com
http://www.mobileworldcongress.com/homepage.htm

SBV Service chooses tracking & tracing software from Transtrack Int`l

Utrechtand Johannesburg, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - The cash management company SBV Service Ltd (SBV) decided to implement the Transtrack tracking & tracing system.

The system from Transtrack International and QD Group enables planning and following cash transports closely, thus making them considerably more efficient and providing further enhancements in security.

"By using sophisticated IT systems like track & trace, a cash handling business is increasing their efficiency, security and transparency. SBV is a leading cash business changing the South African market to a high level of sophistication," says Ronald van Vliet of Transtrack International, world wide market leader in the field of tracking & tracing software solutions for the transportation of cash.

The software of Transtrack enables SBV Service Ltd to work in a more efficient manner. All cash transport details are registered including personnel involved, route, vehicle, keys and transport value amongst others. This creates considerable transparency within the process.

South African based QD Group is the system integrator and the local representative for all Transtrack products. QD Group provides local software and hardware support to SBV and is an industry leader in Cash Management and Protection solutions.

"The introduction of this technology into the cash logistics industry has resulted in efficiencies being extracted across the complete logistic chain, resulting in a better managed, better controlled and professional operation. The result of this is reduced risk, losses and enhanced service levels," says Theo De Oliveira of QD Group.

Transtrack International

Transtrack International is an international independent software specialist with standard packages for cash-in-transit companies and banks. The software is geared towards improving efficiency, traceability, optimal cash stocks and chain integration. www.transtrack.nl

QD Group

QD Group is an international independent specialist in the field of Automatic Identification solutions for the security and CIT market. QD Group designs, builds, implements and maintains integral track and trace and security solutions, in which the most advanced Auto ID technologies in the areas of Barcode, RF, RFID, IRID, Visidot and Voice Recognition are used. www.qdgroup.co.za

SOURCE: Transtrack International
CONTACT: Louise Pieterse of SBV Service Ltd,
+27-11-38-62-000,
louisep@sbv.co.za;
Theo De Oliveira of QD Group,
+27-11-46-62-300,
theodeo@global.co.za;
Ronald van Vliet of Transtrack International,
+31-302-40-4212,
r.vanvliet@transtrack.nl
Web site: http://www.transtrack.nl
http://www.qdgroup.co.za

Northrop Grumman showcases key capabilities at India`s DefExpo 2008

London, (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) will highlight its range of key capabilities including airborne early warning and control systems, fire control radars, unmanned aerial vehicles, ships and naval systems at the DefExpo India 2008 exhibition and conference.

The exhibition and conference will take place at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 16 - 19 February. Northrop Grumman will be exhibiting at stand number 837 - N3.

"India represents one of Northrop Grumman's largest potential growth markets for defence products in Asia," said John Brooks, president Northrop Grumman International Inc. and vice-president business development for Northrop Grumman Integrated Systems sector. "Our capabilities across the company are well matched to meeting India's growing defence and aerospace requirements."

Among the exhibits on Northrop Grumman's stand will be an E-2 Hawkeye airborne warning and battle management system crew workstation and flyable cockpit simulator aimed at demonstrating maritime reconnaissance. Also highlighted will be Northrop Grumman's world-leading capabilities in advanced airborne early warning and fire control radar sensors for a variety of platform applications.

The Fire Scout vertical take-off and landing unmanned aerial vehicle will also be featured.

Northrop Grumman is showing the LPD 17 San Antonio class amphibious transport ship, which has superior capability for India Navy requirements, and its corvette patrol frigate, developed as an affordable frigate-sized ship based on the National Security Cutter being built for the U.S. Coast Guard.

Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine's new generation of navigation and ship control technology, VisionMaster FT, will also be on display. VisionMaster FT provides a highly integrated fully networked suite of marine radar and electronic charting systems designed to form the backbone of the modern ship's integrated bridge.

Northrop Grumman's German subsidiary, LITEF, will also be exhibiting at DefExpo and will be displaying its navigation systems for land vehicles, sensors for weapon stabilisation, inertial guidance systems for missiles and AHRS / navigation systems for fixed and rotary wing aircraft.

Northrop Grumman Corporation is a $32 billion global defence and technology company whose 120,000 employees provide innovative systems, products, and solutions in information and services, electronics, aerospace and shipbuilding to government and commercial customers worldwide.

0208-057
SOURCE: Northrop Grumman Corporation
CONTACT: Ken Beedle of (London),
+44 207 747 1910,
cell, +44 7787 174092,
Ken.beedle@euro.ngc.com, or
Dianne Baumert-Moyik (New York),
cell, +1-516-754-2645,
dianne.baumert-moyik@ngc.com,
both of Northrop Grumman Corporation
Web site: http://www.northropgrumman.com
http://www.northropgrumman.co.uk (NOC)

Elcoteq to feature electronic manufacturing services

Espoo, Finland; Ruchardson, Texas and Hong Kong, (ANTARA News/Xinhua-PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Elcoteq SE, a leading integrated electronics manufacturing services (IEMS) company with original design manufacturing (ODM) capabilities in the communications technology field, will introduce its electronics manufacturing programs and services at GSMA Mobile World Congress 2008.

Elcoteq takes a product from design to end-of-life, improves total cost of ownership (TCO), and reduces complexity, time-to-market, as well as time-to-volume for communications technology companies. The event is being held February 11-14, 2008, at the Fira de Barcelona Montjuic, Barcelona, Spain. The Elcoteq exhibit is in Hall 1, stand F01.

Experts from two of Elcoteq's two business areas -- Personal Communications and Communications Networks -- will be represented at the conference. Visitors to the stand will learn how Elcoteq's customer centric business model, focus on the communications technology industry, and global manufacturing footprint help OEMs be more efficient, effective, and better able to deal with the evolving changes, technology, dynamics, and demands they face, so they can be more competitive in the global communications market.

Log on to the Elcoteq blog at http://www.elcoteq-blog.com to learn about the latest features and key drivers in the EMS and communications technology industries.

About Elcoteq

Elcoteq SE is a leading electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company in the communications technology field. Elcoteq's global service offering covers the entire lifecycle of products, from product development to after-market services. By further combining mechanics expertise into its service offering, Elcoteq's vision is to be a leading integrated electronics manufacturing services (IEMS) company.

Elcoteq provides global end-to-end solutions consisting of product development services, supply chain management, NPI, manufacturing, and after-market services for the whole lifecycle of its customers products. These products include Personal Communications products such as mobile phones and their parts, Home Communications products such as set-top boxes and electronics for flat screen TVs as well as Communications Networks products such as base-stations, tower-top amplifiers, and microwave systems.

Elcoteq operates in 16 countries on four continents and employs some 24,000 people. The Groups consolidated net sales for 2007 totaled 4 billion euros. Elcoteq SE is listed on the Helsinki Stock Exchange.

For more information visit the Elcoteq website at http:/www.elcoteq.com.

Contact:
Elcoteq SE
Carsten Barth
Director, Marketing and Communications
Tel: +41-0-41-728-03-13
Mobile: +41-0-79-618-03-13
Fax: +41-0-41-728-03-94
Email: carsten.barth@elcoteq.com
Agency:
Andrea Roberts
AR Marketing Inc
Tel: +1-858-451-8666
Email: andrea@armarketinginc.com
SOURCE: Elcoteq SE

NXP Software brings seamless professional DJ-style mixing to mobile devices

NXP Software's Unique LifeVibes(TM) MixDJ Helps Create a Party Atmosphere Anytime and Anywhere

Barcelona (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - NXP Software is demonstrating its LifeVibes MixDJ software at the Mobile World Congress 2008. MixDJ brings a new experience to mobile phones and music players. With its automatic professional DJ-style mixing, it can help create a party atmosphere anytime and anywhere, and device makers can offer distinctive functionality designed to increase the appeal of music on mobile phones and players. Moreover, thanks to NXP Software's experience in optimized solutions for mobile multimedia, MixDJ targets most embedded platforms.

This unique software addresses changing consumer habits as people increasingly use mobile devices as their main audio player, whether via built-in stereo speakers or linked to a separate speaker accessory. Instead of simply playing songs consecutively with pauses between them, MixDJ eliminates these gaps which people often find annoying. The resulting continuous, seamless playback is perfect for creating a party atmosphere. With MixDJ, a phone or MP3 can provide a non-stop beat that keeps people moving.

MixDJ achieves this seamless effect by aligning the tempo and beat of the current and upcoming songs and then fading between them, just as would a professional live DJ. The software is easy to manage and once activated, the whole experience is automatic. MixDJ can also help users create playlists suitable for mixing, and created mixes can be saved and shared with friends.

MixDJ draws on NXP Software's deep know-how in mobile multimedia, playback control and its portfolio of optimized building blocks for audio enhancement. These strengths allow NXP Software to create innovative solutions like MixDJ, and SportsDJ, adding distinctive capabilities to mobile devices.

Its SportsDJ was launched at 3GSM 2007, where the live action sports demo proved a real crowd-puller.

"By enhancing listening and allowing people to always have their party music with them, our LifeVibes MixDJ strengthens the mobile phone's position as the primary music player," states Peter van de Berg, Marketing Director, NXP Software.

"LifeVibes MixDJ is a unique feature on portable music players and music handsets, one that NXP Software is ideally placed to bring it to the market."

About NXP Software

NXP Software is an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) with worldwide local sales and support. It specializes in innovative multimedia solutions to help mobile device and consumer electronics manufacturers deliver vibrant, easy-to-enjoy multimedia experiences that truly stand out from the crowd. NXP Software has established strong partnerships with key vendors to ensure optimum flexibility, ease-of-integration and interoperability between hardware and software platforms. Its LifeVibes(TM) software is used in over 300 million mobile devices, making the company the market leader in software solutions for mobile multimedia.

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LifeVibes MusicPlayer delivers sparkling music playback

NXP Software's MusicPlayer enables competitive and cost effective music functionality

Barcelona (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - NXP Software announces the integration of its LifeVibes MusicPlayer into Samsung's new SGH-F250 mobile phone. MusicPlayer is a unique, cost effective software mobile musicsolution that enables high-end mp3 functionality on baseband platforms without the need for a media co-processor.

A complete, pre-integrated middleware solution, NXP Software's MusicPlayer supports local playback, downloading and streaming, and offers dedicated features for easy navigation. A proven, multi-standard solution, it supports both Windows Media and 3GPP compliant playback. All this makes it easy to design-in, lowering development risks and costs and speeding time-to-market.

The MusicPlayer's focus on easy access to content and synchronization is designed to enable an enjoyable, seamless user experience. It supports both Windows Media Digital Rights Management (WM DRM) and open-standards OMA DRM (versions 1 and 2). Compatibility with WM DRM and Microsoft's Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) provides access to a vast choice of songs and playlists, along with their associated metadata. The software is also compliant with Microsoft's PlaysForSure and Napster OTG, guaranteeing that any compatible content will play on the phone. More

USIBC, CII, US Chamber of Commerce join Celebrate Innovation

- International Experts to Convene in Mumbai for Global Summit

Washington (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - The U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC), in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, will convene business leaders from around the world to participate in the 2nd Annual Global Forum on Innovation, Creativity, and Intellectual Property to be held in Mumbai, India on February 26-27, 2008, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.

The Forum will provide a global stage for senior government officials and business leaders to discuss current trends and to celebrate innovation and creativity, while exchanging best practices and developing solutions to protect intellectual property and publicize new initiatives.

Senior officials hailing from all continents, including the nations of China, Brazil, Japan, the European Union, Russia, Nigeria, Mexico, and many others, will join with Indian and American colleagues to discuss cutting-edge strategies to enhance innovation and harden the protections for intellectual property across all sectors. Luminaries from the Life Sciences, Entertainment and from the Information Technologies sectors will provide vital input to the deliberations. This is the second such Global Conference organized under the auspices of the Global Intellectual Property Coalition supported by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce of Washington, D.C. The first Global Forum was convened last year in Beijing, China. More

Tatweer, DreamWorks join for 1st DreamWorks Animation Theme Park

Tatweer and DreamWorks Animation Strike Strategic Alliance to Create World's First DreamWorks Animation Theme Park in Dubai
- Venture Adds Further Value to Dubai's Tourism Offerings

Dubai (ANTARA News/PRNewswire-AsiaNet) - Tatweer, a member of Dubai Holding, today announced it has formed a strategic alliance with US-based DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (NYSE: DWA) to develop a diverse portfolio of tourism and leisure projects in Dubailand(TM), the world's most ambitious tourism, leisure and entertainment destination.

A highlight of the alliance will be the creation of the world's first DreamWorks Animation branded theme park in Dubai. The outlay at the 5 million sq feet theme park project is a multi-billion AED investment.

The venture will bring to life the much-loved characters from DreamWorks Animation films, including Shrek, the upcoming Kung Fu Panda and several others, to create adventures and attractions in a first of its kind development for the studio.

Tatweer and DreamWorks Animation will also work together to develop new concepts, including DreamWorks Animation themed restaurants, hotels and retail outlets in the region, providing unique experiences through the use of innovative media and creative storytelling.

Saeed Al Muntafiq, Executive Chairman of Tatweer, said: "We are extremely proud of our alliance with DreamWorks Animation. The partnership demonstrates our dedication to deliver on the tourism objectives of Dubai Strategic Plan 2015, announced by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

"As the owner and developer of the three-billion sq ft Dubailand(TM), which hosts some of the world's most enchanting entertainment concepts, Tatweer has become a leader in bringing landmark projects to Dubai, including Bawadi, Tiger Woods Dubai and the world's best theme parks. DreamWorks Animation's global reputation in character creation and its strong character portfolio will add further value to our offering, providing an enhanced experience to visitors and tourists."

Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO of DreamWorks Animation, said: "We are thrilled to bring the first DreamWorks Animation dedicated theme park to Dubai through our alliance with Tatweer for Dubailand(TM). This relationship will allow us to create an exciting destination where families and tourists will enjoy the unique opportunity to interact with DreamWorks branded content within Dubailand(TM)."

Roger Enrico, Chairman of DreamWorks Animation, adds: "We are excited over the opportunity to align DreamWorks Animation with a company like Tatweer, which has a proven reputation as a leader in the growing tourism, leisure and entertainment industry throughout this region. The complementary strengths of both organizations will further contribute to Dubai's emergence as a premier global tourist destination."

Tatweer's strategic partnerships for unique entertainment concepts with world leading entertainment brands such as DreamWorks Animation will help Dubai meet its tourism objectives of attracting an average of 15 million tourists annually to Dubai.

Dubailand spreads on an area of 3 billion sq ft, and includes Universal Studios Dubailand, Dubai Sports City, Motor City, Falcon City, Dubai Heritage Vision, and Al Barari are projects that are under advanced stages of development in Dubailand(TM). The Polo and Equestrian Club and City of Arabia are currently in the initial stages of infrastructure work.

About DreamWorks Animation SKG

DreamWorks Animation is principally devoted to developing and producing computer generated, or CG, animated feature films. With world-class creative talent, a strong and experienced management team and advanced CG filmmaking technology and techniques, DreamWorks Animation makes high quality CG animated films meant for a broad movie-going audience. The Company has theatrically released a total of fifteen animated feature films, including Antz, Shrek, Shrek 2, Shark Tale, Over the Hedge, Shrek the Third and Bee Movie.

About Dubailand

Dubailand, a member of Tatweer, is the world's most ambitious tourism, leisure and entertainment project, catering to the needs of the entire family. The unique 3 billion sq. ft. development has been designed to catalyze the position of Dubai as an international hub of family tourism, appealing to tourist segments across genders, age group, world regions and activity preferences. Dubailand is projected to attract millions of tourists annually from around the world.

The diverse projects under Dubailand include theme parks, eco-tourism projects, shopping malls, restaurants and residential units that are being developed by UAE, GCC and international investors.

A product of extraordinary vision, Dubailand will be an attractive place to 'live, work and play' for the emirate's growing population, both as a leisure destination and an appropriate setting for business and entertainment development.

About Tatweer:

Launched in December 2005, Tatweer is one the region's most dynamic enterprises and a member of Dubai Holding. Comprising 10 market-leading brands, it oversees an ambitious business development plan. Its current portfolio is divided into Energy & Healthcare, Tourism & Entertainment, and Industry & Real Estate offerings. Its entities include Dubai Healthcare City, the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Mizin, one of the most advanced real estate companies in the region; Universal City Dubailand, the 22 million sq ft development, featuring Universal Studios Dubailand as its centerpiece; "The Tiger Woods - Dubai", an exclusive golf community that will include the first Tiger Woods designed golf course; Dubailand, one of the biggest leisure, entertainment and tourism destinations in the Middle East; Dubai Industrial City, an industrial township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; Bawadi, the world's leading hospitality and entertainment project hosting 51 luxury hotels and more than 60,000 hotel rooms; Dubai Energy, investing in regional and global energy opportunities and building a diversified investment portfolio; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the first energy futures exchange in the Middle East set up in partnership with the New York Mercantile Exchange and Global Village, a premier family destination for culture, entertainment, cuisine and commerce.

Tatweer's entities continue to consolidate a group of life-improving industries in addition to pioneering joint venture initiatives with leading global conglomerates. They continuously strive for world-class performance, while implementing leadership development to drive and sustain business excellence, quality and high performance.

Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
This document includes certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company's plans, prospects, strategies, proposals and our beliefs and expectations concerning performance of our current and future releases and anticipated talent, directors and storyline for our upcoming films and other projects, constitute forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the industry in which we operate and management's beliefs and assumptions.

These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions which are difficult to predict. Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein due to changes in economic, business, competitive, technological and/or regulatory factors, and other risks and uncertainties affecting the operation of the business of DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. These risks and uncertainties include: audience acceptance of our films, our dependence on the success of a limited number of releases each year, the increasing cost of producing and marketing feature films, piracy of motion pictures, the effect of rapid technological change or alternative forms of entertainment and our need to protect our proprietary technology and enhance or develop new technology. In addition, due to the uncertainties and risks involved in the development and production of animated feature projects, the release dates for the projects described in this document may be delayed.

For a further list and description of such risks and uncertainties, see the reports filed by us with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recent annual report on Form 10-K and our most recent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q.
DreamWorks Animation is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions or otherwise.

CONTACTS:
Rich Sullivan (DreamWorks Animation)
+1-818-695-3521
rich.sullivan@dreamworksanimation.com
For further information Agency:
Aseel Nihad
Senior Account Executive
Jiwin the Public Relations Arm of Dubai Press Club
Phone: +971-4-3613584
Email: aseel.nihad@Jiwin.ae or
Alia Bin Hendi
Dubailand
Senior Executive - PR & Communication
Direct +971-4-368-00-32
Email: alia.binhendi@dubailand.ae
CONTACT: Rich Sullivan of DreamWorks Animation,
+1-818-695-3521,
rich.sullivan@dreamworksanimation.com;
Agency:
Aseel Nihad,
Senior Account Executive,
Jiwin the Public Relations Arm of Dubai Press Club,
+971-4-3613584,
aseel.nihad@Jiwin.ae;
Alia Bin Hendi of Dubailand,
Senior Executive - PR & Communication,
+971-4-368-00-32,
alia.binhendi@dubailand.ae
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