Eighth Annual World Rivers Day Set for September 30

World Rivers Day Increases Awareness, Promotes Stewardship, and Encourages River Conservation Around the Globe

BURNABY, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - September 26, 2012) - Millions of people around the world will participate in the eighth annual World Rivers Day on Sunday, September 30. With many of the world''s rivers facing severe and increasing threats associated with climate change, pollution, and industrial development, more than 60 countries are participating in this year''s festivities. Many events around the world will focus on educational and public awareness activities while others will include river and stream cleanups, habitat enhancement and restoration projects, and community riverside celebrations. World Rivers Day has its roots in the great success of BC Rivers Day, which has been celebrated for the past 32 years in Canada''s western-most province.

World Rivers Day strives to increase public awareness of the importance of our waterways as well as the many threats confronting them.

"Rivers are the arteries of our planet and yet many waterways continue to be impacted by inappropriate practices and inadequate protection," says Mark Angelo, Rivers Day Chair and Chair Emeritus of the Rivers Institute at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).

Endorsed in its inaugural year by the United Nations University and the International Network of Water, Environment, and Health and with HSBC as its lead sponsor, World Rivers Day events will include activities in countries ranging from Canada to England, Rwanda to the United States, China to Australia, as well as on many of the major rivers of Europe.

"Millions of people, dozens of countries, and numerous international organizations will be contributing to World Rivers Day," says Angelo. "It provides a great opportunity for people to get out and enjoy our waterways. At the same time, the event strives to create a greater awareness of the urgent need to better care for our rivers and streams."

Robert Sandford, Chair of the Canadian Partnership Initiative in support of the United Nation''s "Water for Life Decade" and an internationally recognized expert on scarcity and conservation issues, says, "World Rivers Day should be hailed for its global effort to increase awareness around the vital importance of our water resources and the need to properly protect and steward them in the face of mounting pressures."

Mr. Angelo and Mr. Sandford assisted children releasing trout during the promotional launch of World Rivers Day, which took place beside Guichon Creek, a stream that has been restored on the BCIT campus.

The event compliments the UN''s broader Water for Life Decade initiative and they are a valued supporter of World Rivers Day.

Angelo, a member of the Order of Canada and an inaugural recipient of a United Nations Award for Science, Education and Conservation, initially founded BC Rivers Day in British Columbia before successfully lobbying numerous organizations as well as agencies of the UN to recognize World Rivers Day in 2005.

All countries are encouraged to participate and events can be registered at worldriversday.bcit.ca.

Editors Please Note: Video clips of Mark Angelo and b-roll are available at https://vimeo.com/50195972

BCIT
Dave Pinton
Acting Manager, Media Relations
778.928.2288
dave_pinton@bcit.ca
www.bcit.ca

 

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Open Mobile Alliance (OMA) Joins oneM2M Partnership

Wireless Industry and Standards Expertise to Enhance the Development of International Standards for Machine-to-Machine Services

NICE, FRANCE--(Marketwire - September 26, 2012) - The Open Mobile Alliance (OMA) announced today it has joined the oneM2M Partnership, which was launched in July 2012 to enable the deployment of services in machine-to-machine (M2M) communications systems. As the first organization to apply as a oneM2M Partner Type 2, OMA received notification of its oneM2M partnership approval on September 14. Having already participated in the first oneM2M Steering Committee, OMA is participating in the first Technical Plenary meeting, which is taking place this week in Nice, France.

OMA has joined oneM2M as a Partner Type 2 allowing OMA to contribute to the success of oneM2M, while continuing its own work on M2M-related specifications. OMA offers multiple enablers for machine-to-machine devices and services.

"Billions of M2M devices will be deployed and it is crucial for this emerging industry that standards are deployed internationally to ensure maximum interoperability among devices and services across networks," stated Mark Cataldo, Chairman of the Board, OMA. "OMA supports the goals of oneM2M and we look forward to a successful, mutually beneficial partnership."

Seven major communications organizations launched the oneM2M Partnership: the Association of Radio Industries and Businesses (ARIB) and the Telecommunication Technology Committee (TTC) of Japan; the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) and the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) of the USA; the China Communications Standards Association (CCSA); the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI); and the Telecommunications Technology Association (TTA) of Korea.

About OMA
The Open Mobile Alliance (OMA) delivers open specifications for creating interoperable services that work across all geographical boundaries on any bearer network. OMA's specifications support billions of new and existing fixed and mobile terminals across a variety of mobile networks. Driven by the global demand for mobile data services, the member companies of the Open Mobile Alliance support the adoption of new and enhanced information, communication and entertainment solutions. For additional information visit www.openmobilealliance.org.

The Open Mobile Alliance (OMA) name and logo are registered trademarks of the Open Mobile Alliance Ltd. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks or trade names of their owners.

About oneM2M
oneM2M is a global organization that develops cooperative service layer optimization standards to ensure global functionality of M2M. The oneM2M specifications will provide a common platform to be used by communications service providers to support M2M applications and services. oneM2M will address the critical need for an access network independent, common M2M Service Layer, which can be readily embedded within various hardware and software, and relied upon to connect the myriad of devices in the field with M2M application servers worldwide. oneM2M's work will drive multiple industries towards the goals of lowering operating and capital expenses, shortening time‐to‐market, creating mass‐market economies of scale, simplifying the development of applications, expanding and accelerating global business opportunities, and avoiding standardization overlap.

Founded by seven of the world's leading information and communications technology (ICT) Standards Development Organizations, oneM2M is open to participation from other interested organizations and vertical market segments, as well as cooperative efforts with other organizations. For additional information please visit www.onem2m.org.

Contact:
Elizabeth Rose
+1 858 349 5741
erose@omaorg.org

 

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Thyrocare Technologies Limited Secures INR 120 Crores From Norwest Venture Partners (NVP)

NVP Reinforces Commitment to Healthcare Sector by Investing in Leading Diagnostics Services Provider in India 

MUMBAI, INDIA--(Marketwire - September 26, 2012) - Thyrocare Technologies Limited, a leading medical diagnostics services provider based in Mumbai, today announced that it has entered into a binding agreement to receive INR 120 crores from Norwest Venture Partners (NVP). Thyrocare will use the new capital to fund further expansion of its business. Also a part of today's announcement, Sohil Chand, Managing Director of NVP India, will join Thyrocare's board of directors. 

The diagnostics market in India is INR 10,000 crore in size and growing rapidly, as consumer awareness and education around preventive healthcare is leading to increased spending on higher quality testing. Thyrocare, with a "single laboratory for Billion Population" model, is a sector leader in India. Thyrocare's experienced and visionary management team has built a broad presence across India and operates the largest network in the Asia Pacific region. The company's network of 20,000 service centers spans 1,000 cities across India, covers more than 100,000 doctors through 600 franchisees, and processes over 100,000 investigations each night. Thyrocare's business is built around strong and efficient logistics and the extensive and innovative use of information technology, such as proprietary analyzer and laboratory automations that are unique to the company. Thyrocare remains an undisputed leader in the numerical pathology space, where its enhanced work efficiencies result in lower general preventive care costs for consumers -- particularly in Thyroid testing.  

Commented Dr. A Velumani, MD and CEO of Thyrocare Technologies Limited: "This second, successive and significant investment from a globally acclaimed investor like NVP is a testimony for the health of the diagnostic industry and Thyrocare's leadership position in the space. When CX partners invested, we were motivated and ventured into Nueclear, (the in-vivo segment). Now with NVP investing, we will be exploring global markets. The enhanced management bandwidth will facilitate scaling up the in-vitro model globally and in-vivo model nationally, to a desired size and with relative ease." 

Ajay Relan, Managing Partner, CX Advisors, said: "We are very pleased to have Norwest as a shareholder in Thyrocare. The firm's expertise and network in healthcare and technology will add muscle to the already formidable strength of the Thyrocare franchise." 

Added Sohil Chand, NVP India: "Thyrocare makes healthcare more easily accessible and affordable to millions of people throughout India. The company provides highly differentiated, comprehensive, low cost preventive tests to the masses that can ultimately save lives. Furthermore, Thyrocare is a highly profitable organization that is on a strong growth trajectory due to its unique business model, strong management team and significant traction to date. We are excited to work with Thyrocare's talented and experienced team and invest in a proven company that is making such a tremendous impact on the Indian healthcare system." 

About Thyrocare Technologies Limited (TTL)
Thyrocare Technologies Limited is the industry leader, trend setter and innovator in the Indian Diagnostic industry. Thyrocare's network of 20,000 service centers spans 1000 cities across India, covers more than 100,000 doctors through 600 franchisees, and comprises more than 25,000 sample collection points. Thyrocare operates the largest single location diagnostics laboratory in the Asia Pacific region which is certified ISO 9001-2000, and accredited by NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) as well as the College of American Pathologists (CAP), a global accrediting organization. Thyrocare's unique, centralized laboratory concept ensures the production of consistent, high quality reports, and the ability for world-class diagnostic services to be brought to all corners of the country at costs everyone can afford. For more information, please visit www.thyrocare.com. 

About Norwest Venture Partners (NVP) 

Norwest Venture Partners (NVP) is a multi-stage investment firm that has partnered with entrepreneurs to build great businesses for more than 50 years. The firm manages over $3.7 billion in capital and has funded more than 500 companies since inception. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, NVP has subsidiaries in Mumbai and Bengaluru, India and Herzelia, Israel and Hong Kong. NVP makes early to late stage venture and growth equity investments across a wide range of sectors including: information technology, business services, healthcare, financial services, infrastructure, technology enabled services and consumer. For more information visit: www.nvp.com. 

All brands, names, or trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.

  

Contact:

Katie Belding

Norwest Venture Partners (NVP)

Tel: +1 650-321-8000

E: kbelding@nvp.com

 

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iExpander for iPhone Incorporates CAP-XX Supercapacitor-Powered BriteFlash to Deliver High Quality Photos

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - September 26, 2012) - CAP-XX (LSE: CPX) announced that Corr-Tech has selected its supercapacitor-enabled BriteFlash architecture to power the high-performance LED flash in its new iExpander accessories for the iPhone 4/4S and iPhone 5.

At the heart of the iExpander is an ultra-thin CAP-XX HS206 supercapacitor and a powerful LED flash module. The supercapacitor overcomes the limitations of the battery to deliver more power to the LEDs, extend the length of the flash pulse, and increase the total light energy emitted by the flash. The result is crisp photographs and clear videos, even in low light.

The iExpander also includes a microSD card slot and a second battery, increasing the memory capacity and battery life of the iPhone, and is packaged in a sleek, graphite-reinforced nylon case which adds just 6.3mm to the thickness of the phone (see photo). Additionally, the iExpander for iPhone 5 includes the original 30-pin connector in addition to a Lightning port, so users can charge from and dock to previous-generation iPhone/iPod accessories.

"BriteFlash is the perfect solution for high-power LED flash in smartphones," said Peter Buckle, vice president of sales and marketing for CAP-XX, "and the iExpander is a great example of how it improves the user experience."

Charlie Corry, CEO of Corr-Tech, added: "To meet our iExpander design objectives, we had to jam a lot of electronics into a small area, so finding thin components like the HS206 supercapacitor was essential."

Corr-Tech is raising capital at Kickstarter.com to help bring the iExpander to fruition. Production is to start in November 2012, with the first units shipping to customers before year-end.

Links:
BriteFlash is a Trademark of CAP-XX (Australia) Pty Ltd.
iExpander, PCB, and Before/After photos.
iExpander video.

About CAP-XX:
CAP-XX develops supercapacitors for space-constrained electronic devices. They are the smallest, thinnest and lightest available today, and offer very high power and energy densities. Supercapacitors resolve the peak-power limitations of batteries and other energy sources, and provide back-up power to protect mission-critical data and communications, in products such as handheld computers, point-of-sale systems, solid state drives, location-tracking devices, electronic locks and modems in smart meters and wireless sensor networks.

CAP-XX is listed on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) in London.

For more information, visit www.cap-xx.com or email sales@cap-xx.com.

Contact:
Michelle Moody
Moody & Associates
+1 214 363 3460
michelle@moodypr.com

 

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Baanto International Ltd. Partners with Egan TeamBoard to Develop a Full Range of ShadowSense Based Interactive Whiteboard Products

Leveraging the strength of the ShadowSense(TM) position sensing technology, TeamBoard(R) and Baanto(TM) are developing a new family of Interactive Whiteboard products to take advantage of the high performance, cost-effective multi-touch ShadowSense technology.

TORONTO--(Marketwire - September 26, 2012) - Baanto International Ltd. ("Baanto(tm)" or the "Company") a leading independent manufacturer of touchscreen and position sensing technologies and Egan TeamBoard Inc., a leader in Interactive Whiteboard technology and products today announced a formal agreement between the two companies to develop a full range of interactive whiteboard products based upon the Baanto ShadowSense touch technology.

The family will launch with three models and aspect ratios matched to market requirements. All of the designs are optimized to provide robust and effective touch tracking, multi-touch performance and gesture recognition, providing customers with multiple choices for a high performance interactive whiteboard solution. Combined with the existing TeamBoard Suite of software and productivity tools, users will soon be able to deploy one of the most powerful multi-touch, interactive whiteboard solutions available.

The touch performance is exceptional as the designs feature a touch response time of 6 to 8 milliseconds and with full multi-touch tracking and reporting. ShadowSense technology features extremely robust ambient light rejection, allowing TeamBoard whiteboards to be deployed in brighter environments without concern about sunlight interference from windows or skylights, a constraint other competitive units specifically warn against.

"We evaluated a variety of options for our multi-touch technology products"; states Sean Brown, TeamBoard General Manager; "and any solution selected had to be consistent with our 19 years of supplying robust, responsive, direct touch human computer interaction. Baanto ShadowSense was chosen for a number of very compelling reasons. The incredible high performance of the touch detection and tracking allows for a more natural writing style, a critical element when customers are engaged with an interactive whiteboard. Presenters - of all ages - want to focus on the task at hand, not constantly try to accommodate the peculiarities of competitive, complex touch technologies. In like fashion, the high ambient light immunity allows our customers to use the whiteboard where it's most effective for the venue, not where you have to find a location that's protected from bright sunlight like some of our competitors. Our Total Mobile solutions simply can't be constrained by a touch technology that ceases to function in bright environments. Overall, this next generation TeamBoard will offer the most natural and fluid interactive whiteboard experience yet. This unique high performance combined with the class-leading architecture of the Baanto ShadowSense technology will result in one of the most attractive multi-touch solutions on the market, for presenters, educators worldwide, an investment that makes sense in today's environment."

Joe Kotas, Baanto CEO, noted: "Our current, more traditional touchscreen products ably demonstrate the performance, scalability and cost effective nature of ShadowSense touch technology. However, while similar in nature to other multi-touch applications, interactive whiteboard usage models impose different performance, environmental, and cost related challenges that ShadowSense touch is uniquely capable of meeting. Partnering with Egan TeamBoard is not just a great opportunity to expand the reach of our technology, it also allows Baanto to work with an innovative company that can and will exploit the unique features of ShadowSense to best create an outstanding user experience."

With a production release planned for Q1 2013, see www.teamboard.com for more information and updates.

About Baanto

Baanto International Ltd. is a leading developer of innovative, high performance, and accurate 2D and 3D position sensing solutions. Baanto is developing products incorporating both active and passive implementations of its technologies for touchscreens and interactive white boards in sizes ranging from 8" to over 266". Baanto has a direct and partner presence in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, enabling it to provide its customers with proven technical and sales support worldwide.

Baanto(tm) and ShadowSense(tm) are trademarks of Baanto International Limited.

Links:

For more information visit: www.baanto.com.

About TeamBoard

Egan TeamBoard Inc. is a global leader in creating, manufacturing, supplying and supporting leading edge interactive technology for education, training, business and government. With TeamBoard's interactive whiteboards, your finger is the mouse creating an engaging experience for audiences of all ages. Jointly designed with educators, professionals and facility experts, TeamBoard has become an award-winning interactive whiteboard.

TeamBoard is committed to no hassle customer service, environmentally responsible design, quality, value and timeliness and is registered to the ISO9001:2008 Quality Management System and ISO14001 Environmental Management System standards. TeamBoard interactive whiteboards carry GREENGAURD Children & Schools(tm) certification.

TeamBoard is a registered trademark of Egan TeamBoard, Inc.

Links:

For more information visit: http://teamboard.com

 

Contact Information

Contacts:
Media Contact:
Baanto International Ltd.
Anthony Gussin, Director of Marketing
+1 (905) 671-9979
agussin@baanto.com
www.baanto.com

Media Contact:
Egan TeamBoard Inc.
Sean Brown
+1 (905) 851-2826
marketing@teamboard.com

 

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More Than Half of All Workers Believe Switching Employers Is the Key to Career Growth, According to Workplace Survey by Kelly Services(R)

Latest Findings From Kelly Global Workforce Index(TM) 

TROY, MI--(Marketwire - September 25, 2012) - According to workforce solutions provider Kelly Services, more than half (53 percent) of the respondents of the Kelly Global Workforce Index (KGWI) survey believe that in order to develop their skills and advance their careers, it is more important to change employers, rather than remain with their existing employer. 

The KGWI examines issues of job mobility and career progression as part of a shift to a more autonomous and empowered workforce. Nearly 170,000 people across all generations in 30 countries, including the Americas, APAC and EMEA regions, participated in the current survey. 

In spite of the lingering uncertainty in the economy, more than two-thirds (69 percent) of respondents say that if they did change jobs, they would be in a good position to negotiate a similar or better position. The highest level of confidence is in APAC (72 percent) and the Americas (71 percent), compared with EMEA (65 percent). 

The survey reflects a changing attitude from workers, with more seeking to gain new experiences and skills with multiple employers. 

As a sign of the new sense of self-reliance and autonomy seen in today's workforce, nearly half of all workers (49 percent) say that even when they are happy in a job, they actively look for better job opportunities or evaluate the job market. 

The results also show:

• Almost three-quarters (70 percent) consider work experience with multiple employers to be an asset to their career growth and advancement
• The idea of a 'career-for-life' with one employer is regarded as "relevant" by one-third of respondents (31 percent). This notion of a "one-employer career" is stronger in the Americas (49 percent) than in APAC (29 percent) and EMEA (21 percent). Employees with professional and technical skills are less attracted to the idea of a career-for-life with one employer (28 percent) than other workers (35 percent). 

Complete findings are published in a new report, The Autonomous and Empowered Workforce. For more information about the Kelly Global Workforce Index and key regional and generational findings, please visit the Kelly® Press Room or kellyservices.com.  

About the Kelly Global Workforce Index(tm) 

The Kelly Global Workforce Index is an annual survey revealing opinions about work and the workplace from a generational viewpoint. Approximately 170,000 people from the Americas, APAC and EMEA participated in the survey. Results will be published throughout 2012 on a variety of topics such as employee retention, social media and the highly virtual workplace. Visit kellyservices.com to review findings on the current topic. 

About Kelly Services^® 

Kelly Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: KELYA) (NASDAQ: KELYB) is a leader in providing workforce solutions. Kelly^® offers a comprehensive array of outsourcing and consulting services as well as world-class staffing on a temporary, temporary-to-hire and direct-hire basis. Serving clients around the globe, Kelly provides employment to more than 550,000 employees annually. Revenue in 2011 was $5.6 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Download The Talent Project, a free iPad app by Kelly Services. 

 

Media Contacts:

Asia Pacific
Imran Johri
Kelly Services
+65 6494 6062
Imran_Johri@kellyservices.com.sg

Europe
Tamara Achba
Kelly Services
+41 32 737 1829
Tamara.achba@kellyservices.eu

Americas 
Jane Stehney
Kelly Services
+1 248 244-5630
jane_stehney@kellyservices.com

 

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Fujitsu Selects Brocade Network for Australia's Fastest Supercomputer

Inaugural Implementation With Fujitsu Deploys Brocade Ethernet Network Inside New Data Centre at National Computational Infrastructure Campus

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - September 26, 2012) - Brocade (NASDAQ: BRCD) has established a new alliance with Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand to provide network switching capabilities for the recently announced High-Performance Supercomputer (HPC) installation at the Australian National University's National Computational Infrastructure (NCI) data centre.

To support the organization's operations, the NCI Supercomputer must be reliably networked to servers and numerous management devices, which is key to the inclusion of Brocade Ethernet switches as part of Fujitsu's turnkey solution.

"It was crucial that we selected a partner that not only had experience in high-performance computing, but one that was already capable of providing cost-effective, high-density solutions for both the data centre and supercomputer," said Phil McCormack, Head of Strategy of Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand. "For the management network of the new NCI Supercomputer at ANU, we selected Brocade as we felt that its switching capability was proven in similar global HPC environments and its pricing configuration represented value that was well ahead of other offerings in the market."

Fujitsu will deploy Brocade® FastIron® SX Series switches as the high-availability, low-latency core of the data centre management network with 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) fiber connections to the Fujitsu supercomputer and supporting servers. This configuration also features 1 GbE connections to more than 100Brocade FastIron WS Series switches that provide network access to a wide range of system management and monitoring devices.

"Brocade networking solutions today are integral to the supporting infrastructure at some of the world's leading supercomputer facilities, including CERN [theEuropean Organization for Nuclear Research], one of the world's largest and most respected centres for scientific research in Switzerland, and the Argonne and Los Alamos National Laboratories in the U.S.," said Graham Schultz, Regional Director Australia and New Zealand, Brocade. "With Brocade now part of Australia's high-performance computing future, researchers at the Bureau of Meteorology, CSIRO, ANU and other universities can be assured of dependable access to Fujitsu's solution for high-end computational services to the Australian research community."

NCI facilities combine a new data centre, which is due for completion in October 2012, and the Fujitsu supercomputer, due to be fully operational by January 2013.

About Brocade Switching Solutions
Industry-leading Brocade switches are the foundation for high-performance connectivity in storage, IP, and converged network environments. These highly reliable, scalable and available switches are designed for a wide range of environments -- enabling a low TCO and fast ROI.

For more information, please visit www.brocade.com.

Product details:

Brocade Ethernet Switches - http://www.brocade.com/products/all/switches/index.page?network=ETHERNET

About Brocade 
Brocade (NASDAQ: BRCD) networking solutions help the world's leading organizations transition smoothly to a world where applications and information reside anywhere. (www.brocade.com)

Brocade, Brocade Assurance, the B-wing symbol, DCX, Fabric OS, MLX, SAN Health, VCS, and VDX are registered trademarks, and AnyIO, Brocade One, CloudPlex, Effortless Networking, ICX, NET Health, OpenScript, and The Effortless Network are trademarks of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc., in the United States and/or in other countries. Other brands, products, or service names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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BROCADE MEDIA CONTACT
Wendy Lang
Tel: +65 6317 2464
wlang@brocade.com

 

PR AGENCY CONTACT
Einsteinz Communications
Cathryn van der Walt
Tel: (02) 8905 0995
cathryn@einsteinz.com.au

 

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