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Thursday, May 23, 2013
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Posted at 7:40 AMAUSTIN, TX -- (Marketwired) -- 05/23/13 -- NSS Labs today released new research showing that the common security strategy of "defense in depth" -- layering multiple security products within a single security category (such as intrusion prevention from two different vendors) or even across multiple categories (intrusion prevention systems plus next generation firewalls, for example) -- doesn't always provide the level of protection most enterprises expect. NSS' findings raise fundamental questions about the performance and value layered security products ... read more
- Werner Enterprises Enhances Employee Convenience at Onsite Cafeteria with Cashless Payment Option --- NAPERVILLE, Ill.Posted at 7:40 AMARBA Retail Systems, a leading provider of Point of Sale (POS) systems with cashless payment methods for retail, corporate and healthcare industries, announced that Werner Enterprises in Omaha, Nebraska has selected and implemented the ARBAPRO Café POS system. ... read more
- Adspace Digital Mall Network Sees A 24% Increase In Viewership Based On Latest Nielsen Study --- NEW YORK, May 23, 2013Posted at 7:39 AMAdspace Digital Mall Network, the biggest digital place-based network in Nielsen's Fourth Screen Network Audience Report, found a spike in viewership: 82% of all mall shoppers viewed the Adspace screens, up from 66% in 2011. Four week reach increased to 25% of adults 18-49 in the Adspace universe of 45 top DMAs when the Nielsen notice rate is applied to Scarborough mall visitor data.(1) This is up from 21% two years earlier. Nationwide, Adspace reaches 16% of adults 18-49. The Nielsen ... read more
- Mobiquity Networks Launches Mobile Campaign to Promote Pop Star's upcoming Tour --- NEW YORK, May 23, 2013Posted at 7:39 AMAce Marketing & Promotions, Inc. (OTCQB: AMKT) is pleased to announce today that one of the leading entertainment presenters in the world has chosen Mobiquity Networks to add location-based mobile marketing for one of its Pop Star's upcoming 36-city Tour. In the 14 markets where the Tour matches up with Mobiquity's installed mall-based mobile marketing network, Mobiquity will raise awareness and reward fans by distributing digital content to fans that choose to interact with the network via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. ... read more
- CEA Celebrates Introduction of the SKILLS Visa Act --- ARLINGTON, Va.Posted at 7:36 AMThe following statement is attributable to Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, in response to today’s introduction of the Supplying Knowledge-Based Immigrants and Lifting Levels of STEM Visas Act, or the SKILLS Visa Act, by Rep. Darrell Issa (R-Calif.): ... read more
- Worldwide Software Market Forecast to Continue on Modest Growth Trajectory Through 2017, According to IDC --- FRAMINGHAM, Mass.Posted at 7:36 AMInternational Data Corporation (IDC) today released the latest forecast from the Worldwide Semiannual Software Tracker. For 2012, the worldwide software market grew 3.6% year over year, less than half the growth rate experienced in 2010 and 2011. IDC believes these results mark the beginning of a ... read more
- Bistri, First WebRTC B2C Solution Named by Gartner as Cool Vendor --- PARIS & SUNNYVALE, Calif.Posted at 7:35 AMBistri, the fast growing cloud-based communication platform based on WebRTC, announced today that Bistri has been named as "Cool Vendor" in the Cool Vendors in People-Centered Computing 2013 report by Gartner, Inc. The ... read more
- NEC Offers Zero Percent Financing on Two Enterprise Communications System Product Lines --- SADDLE BROOK, N.J.Posted at 7:33 AMNEC Financial Services, LLC, a firm dedicated to providing tailored financing and leasing services to customers throughout the United States, announces the availability of a 48 or 60-month zero percent true lease promotion subject to offer terms and conditions* for NEC UNIVERGE® SV8000 Series and SL1100 ... read more
- Jaymie Scotto & Associates to Own and Manage CoreSite's Annual Colorado Metro Connect --- MIDDLEBROOK, VAPosted at 7:32 AMMIDDLEBROOK, VA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/23/13 -- Jaymie Scotto & Associates (JSA) and CoreSite today announce that CoreSite's annual Colorado Metro Connect has been rebranded as Telecom Exchange West (TEX West). The next event will be held on March 6, 2014 at Mile High Station in Denver, CO. JSA will bring its unique, neutral exhibit floor concept and one-on-one meeting management to the Rocky Mountain Region with this targeted event. CoreSite will continue its involvement as a key sponsor. Similar ... read more
- Fond du Lac area dealership offers one of the hottest brands around --- FOND DU LAC, Wis., May 23, 2013Posted at 7:32 AMVehicle sales have been strong nationwide recently. And one of the best-selling vehicle makes has been Dodge. That's why Central Garage of Chilton is proud to be a premier Dodge dealer in Fond du Lac WI. By offering one of the hottest brands in the market right now, the professionals at the dealership are able to give the public what they want. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130523/CG19448) But while offering vehicles like the 2013 Dodge Dart near Fond du Lac is a source of ... read more
- PureSafety Adopts UL Name --- FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 23, 2013Posted at 7:31 AMThe Franklin-based workplace health and safety company, formerly known as PureSafety, has adopted the name of its parent company, UL (Underwriters Laboratories). Now known as UL Workplace Health and Safety, the group's industry leading occupational health and safety solutions strongly complement UL's other safety certification, product testing, and related services. "UL's safety expertise, global operations and resources are enabling us to serve customers more effectively than ever before," said Bill Grana, formerly president and CEO of PureSafety and now senior vice ... read more
- Construction Software Developer Unveils Time Card for Smartphone --- SUGAR LAND, TexasPosted at 7:31 AMConstruction software developer HCSS has added a mobile phone time card to its selection of mobile apps available for smartphones and tablets. From the makers of HeavyBid construction estimating software and HeavyJob field management software, the mobile phone time card app allows foremen ... read more
- Network Instruments Recognized as a Leading Vendor for Large Application-Aware Network Management Deployments --- MINNEAPOLIS, MNPosted at 7:30 AMMINNEAPOLIS, MN -- (Marketwired) -- 05/23/13 -- Network Instruments, a developer of application-aware network performance monitoring (ANPM) solutions, announced today its Observer performance monitoring platform received the Value Leader award by IT analyst firm Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) in their 2013 ANPM Radar Report. The report recognized the Observer platform as a leader for its cost of ownership advantages and comprehensive performance functionality in comparison to eleven other ANPM vendors, including NetScout and Riverbed. "Network Instruments placed very well in ... read more
- Fight Against Cyber-Crime Is On the Right Track, According To PandaLabs Q1 Report --- ORLANDO, Fla., May 23, 2013Posted at 7:22 AMPandaLabs, Panda Security's anti-malware laboratory, has published its Quarterly Report for Q1, analyzing the IT security events and incidents from January through March 2013. Despite the numerous security incidents that took place during the first quarter of the year, the fight against cyber-crime is on the right track. Though there is still a long way to go, international co-operation among security agencies is paying off and criminals around the world are being brought to justice. The quarterly report is available ... read more
- Key Digital® Presents New Phantom Series HDMI Extender KD-HDDA1x1Pro --- MOUNT VERNON, N.Y., May 23, 2013Posted at 7:20 AMKey Digital(®) presents KD-HDDA1x1Pro, the new Phantom Series 1 to 1 HDMI Extender. KD-HDDA1x1Pro repeats HDMI signals up to 65 ft. and equalizes the signal for reliable transmission over greater distances than standard cabling. Utilizing the latest HDMI standards, 3D and ARC (Audio Return Channel), the product also features a built-in library of 16 EDID files, and the capability to force HPD (Hot Plug Detection). KD-HDDA1x1Pro has multiple benefits to the commercial installers and differentiates itself from the similar products on the ... read more
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- Pasternack Adds All New Line of RF Coaxial Test Cables --- IRVINE, Calif., May 23, 2013Posted at 7:16 AMPasternack Enterprises, Inc., an industry leading ISO 9001:2008 certified manufacturer and global supplier of RF and microwave products, adds new line of SMA and N-Type Test Cables, ideal for testing applications requiring low insertion loss and operating frequencies up to 26.5 GHz. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130523/CG19512) Pasternack Enterprises' new RF test cables are specifically designed for environments requiring highly durable test cables, but where expensive ultra-stable cables are not required. New coaxial test cables from Pasternack are available in both in-series and between-series ... read more
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Posted at 7:15 AMTo meet the growing needs of foreign exchange (FX) clients around the world, Bloomberg today unveiled Instant Bloomberg (IB) Dealing, a cost-effective, chat-based platform for FX traders. IB Dealing is already being used by more than 100 global banks across 46 countries for trade negotiation, ... read more
- BJS Releases API of National Crime Victimization Survey Data --- WASHINGTON, May 23, 2013Posted at 7:14 AMThe Justice Department's Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) has published an application programming interface (API) that provides access to the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) dataset in open, machine-readable formats. The NCVS API is a dynamic feed that allows developers and researchers to retrieve information efficiently, in the manner that best suits their needs. The data can automatically feed into mobile applications, websites, or other formats that make crime victimization statistics more immediately accessible to the American people. ... read more
- ProComSol Distributing PowerXpress, HART Power Supply --- LAKEWOOD, Ohio, May 23, 2013Posted at 7:14 AMProComSol, Ltd (www.procomsol.com) today announced they are now distributors for the PowerXpress, HART Power Solution. The PowerXpress provides power to 2 wire HART devices from the USB port on your PC. The built-in Loop Resistor and taps for both a DMM and a HART modem make this a great productivity enhancing tool. Desktop wire clutter is greatly reduced and connecting to your device for troubleshooting, configuration, or calibration is greatly simplified. According to Jeffrey Dobos, President ... read more