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Digital Clarity Group Announces Digital Pulse – a New Conference in Boston This October

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:10:21 EDT

Digital Clarity Group (DCG), a research-driven advisory firm focused on helping leaders navigate the digital transformation, is teaming with The Pulse Network, Inc., a digital media and event solutions company, to launch Digital Pulse, a new, interactive event focused on helping leaders and practitioners navigate the transition from web content management to customer experience management. Leveraging the success of the Inbound Marketing Summit (IMS) series, Digital Pulse and IMS13 will co-locate at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston’s historic Back Bay neighborhood on October 16-18, 2013. Expecting to attract more than 1,000 participants, together these are the “must attend” events for anyone involved in shaping and delivering their organization’s digital customer experience.

Model N to Present at the Raymond James Internet & Software Crossover Conference

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:08:30 EDT

Model N, Inc. (NYSE: MODN), the leader in Revenue Management solutions for the life science and technology industries, today announced that Zack Rinat, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Sujan Jain, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Raymond James Internet & Software Crossover Conference in Half Moon Bay, CA.

Intersections Inc. CFO to Present at Stephens’ Spring Investment Conference

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:15:30 EDT

Intersections Inc. (Nasdaq: INTX), a leading provider of consumer identity risk management services, today announced that John Scanlon, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be participating in the upcoming Stephens’ Spring Investment Conference.

Shutterfly, Inc. to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:09:20 EDT

Shutterfly, Inc. (NASDAQ:SFLY), the leading manufacturer and digital retailer of high-quality personalized products and services, today announced that the company will be participating in the following events with the financial community. Live audio webcasts of the company’s presentations will be available to the public on the Investor Relations section of the company's website at www.shutterfly.com. An archived replay will be available for approximately two weeks following each event.

Lenovo déclare de solides résultats pour le quatrième trimestre et l'exercice complet 2012/13

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:57:14 EDT

Le groupe Lenovo a annoncé aujourd'hui ses résultats pour le quatrième trimestre et pour l'exercice complet clos le 31 mars 2013. Avec un chiffre d'affaires record de 34 milliards USD pour l'exercice complet, en hausse de 15 % en glissement annuel, un résultat avant impôts record de 801 millions USD pour l'exercice complet, en hausse de 38 % en glissement annuel et des résultats record de 635 millions USD, en hausse de 34 %, Lenovo a affiché une solide performance. Tout en continuant de se rapprocher de la position de numéro 1 dans le segment des PC, avec une part de marché record de 15,5 % pour l'exercice complet, Lenovo a accéléré sa transformation pour devenir un sérieux concurrent dans le segment PC Plus, avec une part de 5,9 % des périphériques intelligents connectés et un classement de numéro 3 à l'échelle mondiale.

NCR to Present at KeyBanc Capital Markets 2013 Industrial, Automotive and Transportation Conference

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:00:24 EDT

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) today announced that it will participate in the KeyBanc Capital Markets 2013 Industrial, Automotive and Transportation Conference on Thursday, May 30 at the InterContinental Hotel in Boston. The conference will include a presentation by NCR EVP and CTO John Bruno and CFO Bob Fishman.

Lenovo berichtet starke Ergebnisse für viertes Quartal und Gesamtjahr 2012/13

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:49:09 EDT

Die Lenovo-Gruppe hat heute die Finanzergebnisse für ihr viertes Geschäftsquartal und das am 31. März 2013 beendete Gesamtjahr bekannt gegeben. Mit einem Jahresumsatz in Rekordhöhe von 34 Milliarden US-Dollar (eine Steigerung um 15 Prozent im Jahresvergleich), jährlichen Einnahmen vor Steuern in der Rekordhöhe von 801 Millionen US-Dollar (38 Prozent mehr als im Vorjahr) und einem Rekordgewinn von 635 Millionen US-Dollar (34 Prozent mehr) leistete Lenovo hervorragende Arbeit. Lenovo blieb mit einem Marktanteil in Rekordhöhe von 15,5 Prozent für das Gesamtjahr der Spitzenposition im PC-Bereich auf den Fersen, trieb jedoch gleichzeitig die eigene Umwandlung zu einem wichtigen Konkurrenzunternehmen im PC-Plus-Bereich voran und erreichte bei den sogenannten Smart Connected Devices einen Marktanteil von 5,9 Prozent, womit man weltweit an dritter Stelle steht.

Interactive Intelligence to Present at Raymond James Internet/Software Crossover Conference

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:35:22 EDT

Interactive Intelligence Group Inc. (Nasdaq: ININ), a global provider of unified IP business communications software and services, today announced that its CFO, Stephen R. Head, will present at the Raymond James Internet/Software Crossover Conference held in Half Moon Bay, Calif. on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at 9 a.m. Pacific time (12 p.m. Eastern time).

Research and Markets: The Global Biochips Market to Grow At A CAGR Of 19.1 Percent over the Period 2012-2016

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:19:26 EDT

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/xwkfzz/global_biochips) has announced the addition of the "Global Biochips Market 2012-2016" report to their offering.

Proto Labs, Inc.'s, Jackie Schneider, Honored by the Business Journal

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:00:24 EDT

Jackie Schneider, vice president of sales and customer service at Proto Labs, Inc., (NYSE: PRLB) received a Woman in Business Award from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Her leadership in expanding sales growth, and her position on the executive committee were key factors in her nomination for this prestigious award.

Research and Markets: Global Flexible Displays Market 2012-2016 Report with Samsung, LG Display Co. Ltd., and Sony Corp. Dominating

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:24:34 EDT

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/px3jx4/global_flexible) has announced the addition of the "Global Flexible Displays Market 2012-2016" report to their offering.

Research and Markets: The Global Systems Management Software Market to Grow At A CAGR Of 6.17 Percent over the Period 2012-2016

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:14:36 EDT

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/p6ns38/global_systems) has announced the addition of the "Global Systems Management Software Market 2012-2016" report to their offering.

Pivot Charter School, North Valley Granted Initial WASC Accreditation

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:00:17 EDT

Pivot Charter School, North Valley, a tuition-free public charter school serving students grades 6-12 in Butte and surrounding counties, announced today that it has been granted initial accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), one of six regional organizations that accredit public and private schools, colleges, and universities in the United States. Schools receiving initial accreditation meet the WASC criteria for full accreditation and have a history and support system indicating a high-quality program that can be sustained in the foreseeable future.

Lenovo Informa Resultados Sólidos para el Cuarto Trimestre y el Ejercicio 2012 - 2013

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:52:27 EDT

Lenovo Group anunció hoy los resultados de su cuarto trimestre fiscal y el ejercicio finalizado el 31 de marzo de 2013. Con ventas récord de 34.000 millones USD en el ejercicio, un aumento del 15 % en relación al año anterior, un récord de ingresos antes de impuestos de 801 millones USD en el ejercicio, 38 % más que el año anterior, y ganancias récord de 635 millones USD, un aumento del 34 %, Lenovo mostró un sólido desempeño. Si bien Lenovo continuó acercándose a la primera posición en PC, con una participación de mercado récord del 15,5 % en el ejercicio, aceleró su transformación para convertirse en un competidor de primer nivel en la era PC Plus, con una participación del 5,9 % en dispositivos de conexión inteligente y la tercera posición en la clasificación mundial.

GE & GE Foundation Contribute Equipment and Funds to Oklahoma Tornado Relief Efforts

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:52:15 EDT

In response to the severe tornado that struck the suburbs of Oklahoma City, GE and the GE Foundation have committed equipment and funding to support relief and recovery efforts. This includes donating GE Healthcare medical equipment and accessories to Norman Regional Hospital, which is seeing an influx of patients due to the complete devastation of Moore Medical Center by the storm.

Lenovo divulga resultados sólidos para o quarto trimestre e ano encerrado de 2012/13

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:46:23 EDT

O Grupo Lenovo divulgou hoje os resultados do seu quarto trimestre fiscal e do ano encerrado em 31 de março de 2013. Com as vendas do ano atingindo o recorde de US$ 34 bilhões, um aumento de 15% em relação ao ano anterior, rendimento bruto de US$ 801 milhões, um aumento de 38% em relação ao ano anterior, e ganhos recorde de US$ 635 milhões, um aumento de 34%, a Lenovo teve um sólido demonstrativo. Embora a Lenovo continuasse a dominar a posição n.º 1 em computadores, com uma participação de mercado recorde de 15,5% para o ano encerrado, ela acelerou sua transformação para tonar-se a competidora principal na era da PC Plus, com uma participação de 5,9% em dispositivos inteligentes conectados e classificação global no n.º 3.

Dephasium Corp. Announces the Appointment of New President and Director

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:38:22 EDT

Dephasium Corp. (OTCBB: DPHS) announced today that it has appointed a new President and Director.

Sprint Offers Tips to Maximize Fun this Summer with Your Smartphone

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:14:26 EDT

This summer join the millions of Americans who are using their smartphones and tablets for great communication, entertainment, socialization and apps. Sprint is your source to use your smartphone and maximize your staycation, barbecues, weekend explorations or coast-to-coast adventures.

C Spire Wireless to Expand 4G LTE Service in Mississippi This Summer

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:08:25 EDT

C Spire Wireless, the only U.S. provider that offers consumers and businesses a suite of personalized wireless services, announced plans today to expand its 4G LTE (Fourth Generation Long Term Evolution) high-speed mobile broadband services to nearly a half million consumer and business customers in Mississippi this year.

iTOK Finds That 1 in 3 Computers Are at Risk for Cyber Crime

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:07:24 EDT

As technology continues to invade every facet of American life, Cyber Crime becomes a growing and pervasive problem. New research from iTOK, a technology support company, shows that 1 in 3 computers are at risk, or have been a victim of viruses, spyware or phishing scams.

TransCore’s Canadian Freight Index Dips in April

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:00:28 EDT

TransCore Link Logistics reported weaker Canadian Freight Index volumes for April 2013. The month-over-month load volumes had a seven percent decrease and the year-over-year volumes fell behind April 2012 levels by 14 percent.

Otelco Emerges from Bankruptcy with New Credit Facility and New Listed Security

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:43:11 EDT

Otelco Inc. announced that it has emerged from bankruptcy and completed its balance sheet restructuring process, including an extension of its senior credit facility.

Best’s Briefing: Cyber Risk Insurance: An Opportunity for Growth, But Not Without Concerns

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:40:19 EDT

There has been much discussion recently regarding cyber risks when it comes to developing a company’s enterprise risk management strategy. A.M. Best Co. believes that appropriate risk management practices should also apply to insurers offering cyber insurance. A real understanding of the almost daily developments in technology is essential to underwriting this “un-modeled” risk. Insurers contemplating this field are well advised to fully consider the specialized nature of the numerous exposures associated with cyber insurance coverage and the resource commitment necessary to properly assess and price each risk, according to a recently released briefing from A.M. Best.

Pivot Charter School North Bay Granted Full WASC Accreditation

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:30:04 EDT

Pivot Charter School, North Bay, a tuition-free public charter school serving students, grades 6-12, in Sonoma and surrounding counties, announced today that it has received full accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), one of six regional organizations that accredit public and private schools, colleges, and universities in the United States. The rigorous WASC accreditation process included an in-depth evaluation of Pivot’s governance structure and operational standards, curriculum, leadership and staff, academic results, and parental and community involvement. Accreditation by a respected independent body like WASC ensures that a school is providing students a quality education based on state standards.

Carlisle Companies to Honor U.S. Marine Corps at NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:08:23 EDT

Carlisle Companies Incorporated (NYSE:CSL) will once again host a group of active duty U.S. Marines and their guests at a NASCAR event at this weekend’s Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Carlisle is a sponsor of Penske Racing and Brad Keselowski, driver of the No. 2 Miller Lite Ford Fusion in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.

Tano Capital Releases White Paper “Bullish Again on the prospects for Gold”…

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:00:18 EDT

Charles E. Johnson, Managing Director of Tano Capital, LLC, said today “Gold has recently suffered a major correction, however, longer term, we remain quite bullish on the prospects for this “barbarous relic.”

Proto Labs, Inc. Will Present at 2013 Stephens Spring Investment Conference

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:40:26 EDT

Proto Labs, Inc. (NYSE: PRLB), a leading online and technology-enabled quick-turn manufacturer, today announced that it will be presenting at the 2013 Stephens Spring Investment Conference, June 5 at 10a.m. Eastern time. The conference will be in New York and attendance to the conference is by invitation only.

Half Price Books Drives In-Store Sales with ExactTarget-Powered Digital Marketing

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:23:17 EDT

Half Price Books’ digital marketing campaign on Facebook and email drove nearly 14,000 in-store sales with a coupon sent in February powered by global cross-channel digital marketing leader ExactTarget (NYSE:ET).

Research and Markets: Latest 2013 Global Mobile Payment Market Forecast, 2009 - 2017

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:05:44 EDT

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bz52jd/2q_2013_global) has announced the addition of IE Market Research Corp's new report "2Q.2013 Global Mobile Payment Market Forecast, 2009 - 2017" to their offering.

ATeam Scientific’s Digital Solution Team Successfully Helps ADLINK Develop World-Class High-Speed Transmission Telecom and Media Servers

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:00:53 EDT

ATeam Scientific digital solution team successfully helps ADLINK (Taiwan Stock Exchange:6166) develop world-class telecom and media servers for USB 3.0, PCI-e G3, SATA G3, 10GBaseT, DisplayPort, SFP+, HDMI through the digital lab pre-compliance test capacity, technical consultation team and digital test instruments. ADLINK is a global company delivering high performance and quality products ahead of competitive offerings. ADLINK is dedicated to innovation and investment in new technologies on AdvancedTCA, CompactPCI, PXI Express and AXIe and received numerous international certificates from ISO, TL9000 and Taiwan Excellence Award.

2G M2M Modules Maintained Shipment Dominance in 2012; Revenues to Break the $1 Billion Mark in 2013, According to ABI Research

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:58:12 EDT

M2M Modules based on 2G technologies continued to dominate shipments in 2012 with over 70% market share. As a result, module revenues did not break the $1 billion mark as hoped and the average module price continued to decline.

Dow Begins Deploying K-Dow Award to Balance Sheet

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:39:20 EDT

The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW) today announced it plans to deploy part of its recent payment from the Petrochemical Industries Company of Kuwait (PIC) to reduce up to $2 billion in debt in 2013. In addition, Dow is examining other ways to reduce high-cost instruments from its balance sheet. This is consistent with previous statements regarding Dow’s priorities for use of cash.

Neonode® Licenses MultiSensing® to a Premier High-Volume Childrens Tablet OEM

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:32:26 EDT

Neonode Inc. (NASDAQ:NEON), the optical touch technology company, today announces that it has entered a license agreement with an undisclosed Tier-One OEM to incorporate its MultiSensing^® touch technology into a high-volume color-LCD childrens tablet, which is expected to start shipping during the second half of 2013.

Research and Markets: Location Based Services (LBS) Series (People Monitoring and Safety/Advertising/Platforms & technologies/Mobile Location/Mobile Navigation) 2013

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:30:09 EDT

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/v3rmtz/location_based) has announced the addition of Berg Insight AB's new report "Location Based Services (LBS) Research Series 2013" to their offering.

Red Bend Software Named to CRN’s Virtualization 50

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:05:24 EDT

Red Bend Software, the market leader in Mobile Software Management (MSM) with more than 1.75 billion Red Bend-Enabled™ devices, today announced it has been named to CRN’s 2013 Virtualization 50 list. The annual list highlights the companies with the most innovative virtualization solutions available today. This recognition follows the announcement earlier this week that Red Bend's TRUE™ Solution for BYOD, an end-to-end solution to create and manage virtualized dual-persona devices, won first place in CTIA's 2013 Emerging Technology Awards in the Enterprise Solution – Security, Fraud & Privacy category.

NCR to Present at Citi 2013 Global Consumer Conference

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:01:26 EDT

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) announced today that it will participate in the Citi 2013 Global Consumer Conference at the Hilton New York Hotel on Wednesday, May 29. The Company is scheduled to present at 3:35 p.m. EDT.

Accenture Receives Highest Rating Given in Latest Gartner Reports for Business Intelligence and Information Management Services

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:00:47 EDT

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) was rated “Strong Positive,” the highest possible rating given, in Gartner’s latest “MarketScope for Business Intelligence and Information Management Services, North America”¹ and “MarketScope for Business Intelligence and Information Management Services, Western Europe.”²

Xceedium Named Gold Winner in the 2013 Network Products Guide Hot Companies and Best Products Awards

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:00:26 EDT

Xceedium, the premier provider of privileged identity management for the hybrid cloud, today announced that Network Products Guide has named the company’s new Xsuite® for VMware vSphere®, the Gold Winner in the category of Best Security Software. In addition, the product also was recognized as a Bronze Winner in the category of Best New Product. The Network Products Guide Hot Companies and Best Products Awards honor the best in organizational performance, innovations, products, and services from every facet of the IT industry. Winners were announced during the eighth annual dinner in Las Vegas on Tuesday, May 7, 2013.

Verizon Wireless Announces Finalists in Mobile App Concept Development Program at Local Boston High Schools

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:00:23 EDT

Verizon Wireless announced today the slate of finalists in its Education Empowerment Program at two Boston Public Schools. Conducted in partnership with Samsung, the program’s curriculum focuses on teaching students to leverage mobile technology in and out of the classroom and prepares them to enter higher education and/or the workforce. For the past four months, students attended workshops facilitated by Verizon Wireless team members covering topics including effective marketing, college readiness and Internet safety.

Verizon Wireless Enhances 4G LTE Coverage in Bar Harbor, Maine

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:51:21 EDT

Verizon Wireless:

Research and Markets: Indian E Commerce & Internet Industry Deal Directory - Edition Q4 2013

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:38:19 EDT

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/626248/indian_e_commerce) has announced the addition of the "Indian E Commerce & Internet Industry Deal Directory - Edition Q4'2013" directory to their offering.

HAPPINET CORPORATION: Lack of Hit Products Causes Weak Earnings During FY3/13, Estimates Call for Sales and Profits to Rise During FY3/14

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:30:36 EDT

HAPPINET CORPORATION (TOKYO:7552), one of Japan's leading distributors of toys, video and music software, video games, and amusement products, recorded declines in both sales and profits due to a lack of hit products and weakness in the overall packaged toy arising from competition from social games. As a result, sales, and operating, ordinary and net incomes declined by 10.7%, 38.8%, 38.8% and 18.2% year-over-year to JPY176.7, JPY2.9, JPY3.0, and JPY2.0 billion respectively during fiscal year March 2013. Declines in sales and profits were recorded across all business segments for the above mentioned reasons, but the Toy Business demonstrated the smallest margin of decline of 3.4% year-over-year to JPY74.6 billion due in part to favorable trends in Bandai character products such as "Kamen Rider Wizard." The largest sales decline of 19.6% year-over-year was recorded in Visual and Music Business to JPY44.8 billion due to weakness in the packaged market arising from the popularization of online distribution.

TeleTech Celebrates Military Veterans in the Workforce

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:05:24 EDT

TeleTech Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEC), reaffirms today the company’s commitment to U.S. military veterans by signing a pledge to recognize the value, leadership and skills of veterans at its state-of-the-art customer service delivery center in Greeley, and throughout Colorado.

Avnet, Inc. to Present at the 2013 Bank of America Merrill Lynch Conference

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:02:16 EDT

Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT) today announced that the company is scheduled to present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2013 Global Technology on June 5, 2013.

Altierre Selected by AlwaysOn as an OnDemand Company to Watch

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:01:45 EDT

Altierre Corp., a provider of ultra low power wireless technology and innovative applications that are transforming retail in over 1000 cities, has been chosen by AlwaysOn as one of the 2013 OnDemand Companies to Watch. Inclusion in the OnDemand Companies to Watch signifies leadership amongst its peers and game-changing approaches and technologies that are expected to disrupt existing markets and entrenched players. Altierre was specially selected by the AlwaysOn editorial team and industry experts based on a set of five criteria: innovation, market potential, commercialization, stakeholder value, and media buzz.

Shin Nagakura Appointed to PFSweb Board of Directors

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:01:16 EDT

PFSweb, Inc. (Nasdaq: PFSW), an international provider of end-to-end eCommerce solutions, today announced the appointment of Shin Nagakura to the Company’s Board of Directors. In addition, the Company announced that Timothy W. Murray, a non-employee Director, is retiring from the Board. The changes are effective immediately.

MACOM Extends Leadership in Diodes with Broadband Shunt Family in Ultra Small Plastic Packages

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:01:08 EDT

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM), a leading supplier of high performance analog semiconductor solutions, today extended its strong industry position in diodes with a new family of broadband Shunt PIN Diodes for high-power switching applications.

Virtual Piggy Partners with Award-Winning Game Developer JumpStart

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:48 EDT

Virtual Piggy, Inc. (OTCBB: VPIG), an innovator in safe youth payments, today announced a partnership with JumpStart, an award-winning educational software developer trusted by over 30 million parents.

CoreSite Realty Corporation Declares Second Quarter 2013 Dividend on Common and Series A Preferred Stock

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:46 EDT

CoreSite Realty Corporation (NYSE: COR), provider of powerful, network-dense data center campuses and the CoreSite Mesh, which enables interconnected communities of service providers and enterprises, today announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.27 per share on common stock and common stock equivalents for the second quarter of 2013. The dividend will be paid on July 15, 2013, to stockholders of record on June 28, 2013.

Nintendo and Donkey Kong Visit the L.A. Zoo During Memorial Day Weekend

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:36 EDT

Nintendo of America: