Archive for May 24th, 2013
PBAC Approves XIFAXAN(R) (Rifaxamin a) 550 mg Cost Effectiveness in Australia
LONDON, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ —
Norgine today announced that the Australian assessment body the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) has recommended the use of XIFAXAN 550 mg in the prevention of the recurrence of hepatic encephalopathy (HE) where other treatments have failed or are contraindicated; a potentially life-threatening neuropsychiatric condition associated with liver disease.
XIFAXAN 550 mg is the only treatment that has demonstrated a reduction in the recurrence of episodes of overt HE and hospitalisation due to HE compared with placebo in a 6-month randomised, double blind, placebo-controlled study(i) in which ~91% patients were taking concomitant lactulose in both arms, in patients who were in remission from HE, resulting from chronic liver disease.
The PBAC announced its final decision as follows:
The PBAC recommended listing of rifaximin on the basis of high clinical need, improved clinical benefit over the existing treatments and acceptable cost effectiveness.
On the basis of the information available to it at the April 2013 meeting, the PBAC considered that there was no longer a requirement for a managed entry scheme approach.
This outcome represents the first acceptance for use made by a health technology assessment (HTA) process for XIFAXAN 550 mg in their healthcare system based on cost effectiveness review. Norgine and Alfa Wassermann are working closely with other HTA bodies across Europe including the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) to ensure patients have appropriate access to this important medicine. The review processes are currently underway and Norgine expects these bodies to make their decision in the second half of 2013.
“It’s critical that we deliver medicines that treat serious conditions and improve quality-of-life as well as alleviate the cost burden on healthcare systems caused by hospital admissions,” said Peter Martin, Norgine Chief Operating Officer.
“XIFAXAN 550 mg provides healthcare professionals with a world-leading treatment option for patients with hepatic encephalopathy, which is a recognised growing problem that may lead to premature death,” added Peter Martin.
Norgine currently holds marketing rights for XIFAXAN 550* in: Australia, Belgium, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland, Sweden and the UK.
In Europe, XIFAXAN® 550 mg /TARGAXAN® 550 mg is already available in Denmark, Germany and in the UK for healthcare professionals to prescribe in accordance with local guidance.
* Product under licence from Alfa Wassermann S.p.A. XIFAXAN® and TARGAXAN® are registered trademarks of the Alfa Wassermann group of companies, licensed to the Norgine group of companies.
Notes to editors
About the PBAC
The PBAC is the independent, expert advisory body comprising doctors, other health professionals and a consumer representative, which makes recommendations to the Australian Government about Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) listings. The Government cannot list a medicine on the PBS unless the PBAC makes a recommendation in favour of its listing.
About Hepatic Encephalopathy
Hepatic encephalopathy is the term used to describe a complex and variable neuropsychiatric condition of patients with acute or chronic liver disease, more commonly associated with cirrhosis. Patients with hepatic encephalopathy may experience symptoms ranging from subtle, clinically indiscernible neurological abnormalities, to severe neurological impairment.
XIFAXAN 550 mg Pivotal Clinical Trial
The pivotal clinical trial by Bass et al (2010) , in which patients in remission from recurrent episodes of hepatic encephalopathy due to cirrhosis who were treated with XIFAXAN 550mg twice-daily (bd) with or without lactulose*, were compared with patients given placebo (bd) with or without lactulose* over 6 months, demonstrated:
- A 58% relative reduction in the risk of breakthrough episodes of overt hepatic encephalopathy over 6 months (Hazard ratio 0.42; p<0.001). Thus the numbers needed to treat (NNT) = 4
- A 50% relative reduction in the risk of hospitalisations caused by HE over 6 months (Hazard ratio 0.50; p=0.01). Thus the numbers needed to treat (NNT) = 9
*91% of patients in both groups were taking lactulose.
About Norgine
Norgine is a successful, independent European specialty pharmaceutical company that has been established for over 100 years and has a presence in all major European markets. In 2012, Norgine’s net product sales were cEUR250 million and the company employs over a 1,000 people.
Norgine’s focus is the development and marketing of pharmaceutical products that address significant unmet clinical needs in therapeutic areas such as gastroenterology, hepatology, critical and supportive care.
Norgine manufactures most of its own products in Hengoed, UK and Dreux, France. For more information: http://www.norgine.com.
Product under licence from Alfa Wassermann S.p.A. XIFAXAN and TARGAXAN are registered trademarks of the Alfa Wassermann group of companies, licensed to the Norgine group of companies.
About Alfa Wassermann
Alfa Wassermann is a private pharmaceutical group with Head Quarters in Bologna, Italy with its own Research, Development and Manufacturing facilities. In 2012, Alfa Wassermann net sales were above EUR360million and the company employs over 1300 people. It has a growing number of affiliate companies in both Europe as well as in emerging markets such as Russia, China and Mexico. Its main product Rifaximin-alpha is a gut-selective antibiotic which has been prescribed for 24 years, under the Trade Names of NORMIX®, XIFAXAN® and others, in 33 countries, including the USA where Salix Pharmaceuticals is the exclusive licensee. Alfa Wassermann has also developed other important products: Sulodexide (VESSEL®), a heparinoid for thromboembolic diseases, and Parnaparin (FLUXUM®), a low molecular weight heparin for the treatment and prophylaxis of deep-vein thrombosis. For more information, please visit ALFA WASSERMANN’s web site at http://www.alfawassermann.it
ALFA WASSERMANN®, the ALFA WASSERMANN logo, NORMIX® and XIFAXAN® VESSEL FLUXUM are registered trademarks of Alfa Wassermann group of companies.
References
i. Bass, N.M. et al. N Engl J Med, 2010: 362(12): 1071-81)
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Supermicro(R) Announces the Highest Density Server Solutions with Coming Intel(R) Haswell Processors
– New Product Lines Support Future Intel® Xeon® Processor E3-1200 V3 Product Family
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology and green computing, today announced new compact high-density server solutions that will support Intel’s highly anticipated future Xeon® Processor E3-1200 V3 product family. Supermicro uni-processor (UP) server solutions will bring to market higher performance with increased energy efficiency through improved system, cooling and power architectures and integration of Intel’s latest processor microarchitecture based on 22nm 3-D Tri-Gate technology. MicroCloud, one of Supermicro’s most innovative, high-density UP server solutions will feature support for the future Intel® Xeon® processor E3-1200 V3 family in 12 node (SYS-5038ML-H12TRF) and 8 node (SYS-5038ML-H8TRF) configurations at launch with a 24 node solution around the corner.
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“Supermicro focuses on offering the greatest selection of computing, storage and networking solutions with maximum performance per watt, per dollar,” said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. “With the coming launch of Intel’s new processors, Supermicro brings to market new server solutions such as our 3U 8, 12 and coming 24 node MicroCloud providing customers flexibility to deploy exactly the most optimized compute and storage solutions for any given application. With our new, higher density Haswell based products, customers can maximize space and power utilization for greater operational savings.”
“Supermicro’s ground breaking MicroCloud server solution is enabling Phoenix NAP to offer future Intel E3 processors starting on June 2. MicroCloud’s modular, easily serviced, compact footprint provides us the performance, power efficiency and scalability needed to reach our aggressive price points while maintaining optimal customer experience. These benefits were exponentially multiplied as we have now expanded our business globally and are deploying hundreds of MicroCloud’s a month for our customers worldwide,” said Jordan Jacobs, vice president, product development at Phoenix NAP. “We have made a considerable investment in Supermicro server technologies over the years and as always, they are ahead of the curve bringing servers with the latest Intel processors to market when we need them most.”
Supermicro Server Highlights Supporting Future Intel® Xeon® Processor E3-1200 V3 Family
- 3U MicroCloud in 12 node (SYS-5038ML-H12TRF) and 8 node (SYS-5038ML-H8TRF) configurations feature independent hot-swappable nodes, each supporting future Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 V3 series processor, 32GB memory, 2x 3.5″ or optional 4x 2.5″ HDDs and MicroLP expansion
- 1U Mainstream UP server workhorse (5018D-MTF) with 4x 3.5″ hot-swap drive bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE NIC, and IPMI 2.0
- 1U High reliability server (5018D-MTRF) with 4x 3.5″ hot-swap drive bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE NIC, IPMI 2.0, and 400W redundant power with option for Battery Backup Power (BBP®) module
- 1U Network-centric server (5018D-MTLN4F) with 4x 3.5″ hot-swap drive bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16, IPMI 2.0, and Quad GbE NIC
- 1U Compact, short-depth server appliance (5018D-MF) less than 15″ depth, supporting 2x internal 3.5″ drives or optionally up to 4x 2.5″ drives, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), and IPMI 2.0
- 1U Storage-focused server (1018D-73MTF) with 8x 2.5″ hot-swap bays, supporting SAS2/SATA3 from LSI S2308 controller with optional RAID 0, 1, 10, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE NIC, and IPMI 2.0
Visit www.supermicro.com to learn more about Supermicro’s comprehensive selection of high performance, high-efficiency server, storage and networking solutions.
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About Super Micro Computer, Inc.
Supermicro® (NASDAQ: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions® for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, HPC and Embedded Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its “We Keep IT Green®” initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.
Supermicro, SuperServer, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.
About Phoenix NAP
Phoenix NAP®, a full service data center and primary network access point (NAP) offering cloud services, dedicated server hosting, colocation, and infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) technology solutions leads the path through its innovation and vastly redundant data center systems. Our highly personalized approach ensures that all of your requirements are met. Whether it’s high-density colocation, flexible storage, physical servers or cloud services, our enterprise-grade facility and certified NOC technicians supply IT solutions to fit your every need. For more information, visit the company’s website at http://www.phoenixnap.com. For the latest news be sure to follow Phoenix NAP on Twitter and Like us on Facebook!
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Insider Trading for Active Stocks: Facebook, Cirrus Logic, NetApp, Hewlett-Packard, Citigroup, and Cliffs Natural Resources
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HONG KONG, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Insiderslab.com has released insider trading report for shareholders who invest in stocks of US: Facebook (NASDAQ:FB), Cirrus Logic (NASDAQ:CRUS), NetApp (NASDAQ:NTAP), Hewlett-Packard (NYSE:HPQ), Citigroup (NYSE:C), and Cliffs Natural Resources (NYSE:CLF).
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Report Highlights:
Facebook Inc (NASDAQ:FB): By the end of last trading session, the shares of Facebook (NASDAQ:FB) dropped US$0.10 (or 0.39%) to US$25.06 with 37.68 million shares exchanged hands, compared to daily average volume of 35.55 million. Insiderslab.com found company Chief Financial Officer, David Ebersman, sold his shares at a price of US$24.77 on May 23, which was part of his US$3.72 million selling in the last three months. The company COO, Sheryl Sandberg, sold her shares at a price of US$25.44 for about US$4.50 million on May 22. Do you want to know other C-Level officers selling their shares? Investors may want to find out how Facebook insiders like CEOs, CFOs and Directors are thinking about the future of the company. Check this insider trade report for FB here.
Read Full Report: http://www.insiderslab.com/PR3/052413A/FB/Facebook.pdf
Cirrus Logic, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRUS): By the end of last trading session, Cirrus Logic (NASDAQ:CRUS) shares plunged US$4.31 (or 19.53%) to US$17.76 with about 24.84 million shares exchanged hands for the session, compared to its average volume of 3.61 million shares. In a conference of Barclays tech, the company CEO, Jason Rhode, gave a warning of margin pressures due to the pricing pressures in smartphone market. Insiderslab.com found company VP & GM Energy Exploration, Thomas Stein, sold his shares at a price of US$21.00 on May 6, prior to the slump with heavy volume. Investors may want to find out how Cirrus Logic insiders like CEOs, CFOs and Directors are thinking about the future of the company.
Read Full Report: http://www.insiderslab.com/PR3/052413A/CRUS/CirrusLogic.pdf
NetApp Inc. (NASDAQ:NTAP): By the end of last trading session, NetApp (NASDAQ:NTAP) lost US$0.39 (or 1.05%) to US$36.89 with about 11.28 million shares exchanged hands for the session, compared to its average volume of 10.95 million shares. Insiderslab.com found company Executive Chairman, Daniel J. Warmenhoven, sold his shares for about US$18.71 million on May 1, which was part of about US$25.29 million selling within the last three months. Insiderslab.com believes that it is a clever way to check if insiders like CEOs, CFOs, and Directors in NetApp are starting to buy more company shares. See insider trade report for NTAP here.
Read Full Report: http://www.insiderslab.com/PR3/052413A/NTAP/NetApp.pdf
Today Insiderslab.com also observed abnormal trade volume for the following companies; insiders may involve trading in these companies. It will take some time for insiders to report their trades. Read these reports and add these companies into your Insider Trade Radar.
Hewlett-Packard Company (NYSE:HPQ):
Read Full Report: http://www.insiderslab.com/PR3/052413A/HPQ/Hewlett-Packard.pdf
Citigroup Inc (NYSE:C):
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Cliffs Natural Resources Inc (NYSE:CLF):
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Vivid Sydney Transforms the Harbour City with Light, Music and Ideas
SYDNEY, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The 5th annual Vivid Sydney (24 May – 10 June) was officially opened tonight with Sydney’s iconic Opera House illuminated in a stunning 3D-mapped visual feast of colour, movement, and world-class lighting artistry by Australian creative innovators The Spinifex Group.
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The largest light, music and ideas festival in the Southern Hemisphere, Vivid Sydney features lighting installations around the harbour foreshore, live music performances at Sydney Opera House, and over 120 creative industry events.
Developed by Destination NSW as part of the NSW Government’s new tourism and events agenda, Vivid Sydney is expected to attract over 550,000 people in 2013.
This year, Vivid Light has tripled the harbour foreshore area devoted to lighting installations, with one-third from international artists including from the USA, Germany, Italy, Greece, Malaysia, Korea, Poland, Brazil and New Zealand.
As a world first, Sydney’s famous Harbour Bridge will come alive with an interactive programmable lighting installation on the bridge’s western face, controlled by the public from an interactive touch screen, through a collaboration with Intel and with Sydney’s 32 Hundred Lighting.
In another world first, Vivid Sydney also now extends to the popular Darling Harbour, with spectacular water fountains, water screen projection performances and dazzling light and water shows, by France’s legendary Aquatique Show International.
Vivid LIVE at Sydney Opera House, part of Vivid Sydney’s music program, opened with performances by r’n’b soul legend Bobby Womack, as well as electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk, who opened the first of a four-night presentation of their acclaimed retrospective series that also sold out at MoMA in New York and TATE Modern in London.
Vivid Ideas, recognised as one of the world’s top ten ideas festivals in the world by the UK’s Guardian newspaper, brings leading international creatives and thought leaders to Sydney in over 120 creative industry business events.
Highlights include Australian-exclusive talks and events featuring visual artist and cult icon David Shrigley (UK), streetwear entrepreneur Johnny Cupcakes (USA), digital artist and storyteller Jonathan Harris (USA), IDEO’s Chief Creative Officer Paul Bennett (USA)and revolutionary product designer Jane Chen (USA/India).
Stills, video and time-lapse are available and will be regularly updated at: http://www.vividsydney.com/media-centre/
The Vivid Sydney program is available at http://vividsydney.com/
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Facts Behind Insider Trading for salesforce.com, MEMC Electronic Materials, MannKind, Dean Foods, Pandora Media, and Target
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HONG KONG, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Pennystocksinsiders.com (PSI) released insider trading reports for the following hot stocks: salesforce.com (NYSE:CRM), MEMC Electronic Materials (NYSE:WFR), MannKind (NASDAQ:MNKD), Dean Foods (NYSE:DF), Pandora Media (NYSE:P), and Target (NYSE:TGT).
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Report Highlights:
salesforce.com, inc. (NYSE:CRM): By the end of last trading session, the shares of salesforce.com (NYSE:CRM) dropped 0.20% (or US$0.09) to US$45.69 with 12.22 million shares exchanged hands, compared to its average daily volume 4.89 million shares. The company announced its first quarter lost as US$67.7 million or US$0.12 per share, which sent shares lower during last trading session. Pennystocksinsiders.com found company Co-Founder, Parker Harris, sold his shares at a price of US$46.36 on May 21. Pennystocksinsiders.com thinks that it is a clever way to check if insiders like CEOs, CFOs, and Directors in salesforce are starting to buy or sell more company shares. Check this insider trade report for CRM here.
Read Full Report: http://www.Pennystocksinsiders.com/PR/052413A/CRM/salesforce.pdf
MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. (NYSE:WFR): By the end of last trading session, MEMC Electronic Materials (NYSE:WFR) shares soared 10.75% (or US$0.70) to US$7.21 with about 17.81 million shares exchanged hands for the session, compared to its average volume of 7.53 million shares. Pennystocksinsiders.com found company CEO, Ahmad R. Chatila, purchased his shares at a price of US$5.98 on May 14, who had about 20% gain by the end of last trading session. Pennystocksinsiders.com thinks that it is a clever way to check if insiders like CEOs, CFOs, and Directors in MEMC Electronic Materials are starting to buy or sell more company shares. See insider trade report for WFR here.
Read Full Report: http://www.Pennystocksinsiders.com/PR/052413A/WFR/MEMCElectronicMaterials.pdf
MannKind Corporation (NASDAQ:MNKD): By the end of last trading, MannKind (NASDAQ:MNKD) shares surged US$0.62 (or 9.95%) to US$6.85 with about 20.00 million shares exchanged hands for the session, compared to its average volume of 6.10 million shares. Through the last trading session, the share reached a new 52-week high of US$6.99. Pennystocksinsiders.com found company Vice President, Human Resource, Diane M. Palumbo, sold 26,829 shares on May 16. Want to know when company insiders will buy their shares? Want to monitor this company on an on-going basis?
Read Full Report: http://www.Pennystocksinsiders.com/PR/052413A/MNKD/MannKind.pdf
Today Pennystocksinsiders.com also observed abnormal trade volume for the following companies; insiders may involve trading in these companies. It will take some time for insiders to report their trades. Read these reports and add these companies into your Insider Trade Radar.
Dean Foods Co (NYSE:DF):
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Pandora Media Inc (NYSE:P):
Read Full Report:http://www.Pennystocksinsiders.com/PR/052413A/P/PandoraMedia.pdf
Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT):
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Multiple Benefits to Underpin Appeal of Flux Cored Wires, Says Frost & Sullivan
– Ability to support higher productivity and enhanced versatility boost uptake levels
LONDON, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Numerous benefits are set to drive the uptake of flux cored wires across a range of end-user sectors. Adoption levels are projected to be particularly strong in sectors such as energy and construction.
New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (http://www.industrialautomation.frost.com), Global Flux Cored Wires Market, finds that the market earned revenues of $1,811.2 million in 2012 and estimates this to reach $2,560.7 million in 2017.
“The ability to support higher productivity, enhanced versatility and properties such as corrosion resistance are spurring demand for flux cored wires,” noted Frost & Sullivan Industrial Automation & Process Control Program Manager Archana Chauhan. “An increase in investments is expected in the next two years, positively impacting on market prospects.”
Improved efficiency is the lynchpin in sustainable production strategies that end users are planning to implement over the next 3-4 years. Flux cored wires are expected to play an important role in helping them achieve this goal.
“Market expansion will be largely driven by infrastructure developments in emerging economies such as India and China and the growth of end-user sectors such as energy and construction,” remarked Chauhan. “Renewable energy sectors in EMEA and North America are also central to the long-term growth strategies of flux cored wire manufacturers.”
To leverage these opportunities, market participants need to design flux cored wires with higher deposition rates. Increased productivity as well as improved safety and control capabilities are equally important factors in supporting and sustaining growth.
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IGXE Successfully Launches Shopping Mall Mode: A New Era Is Coming
WILMINGTON, Del., May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — On May 23rd, IGXE (www.igxe.com), one of the top in-game branding service websites specializing in MMORPG currencies, items, power leveling, and CD-keys, unveiled their new look shopping mall mode. IGXE, which is owned by SoftIsland Co., Ltd., has improved the customer experience by making the the shopping process much simpler. They have also added many new products including pre-paid cards and gift cards.
Reason for the change
“IGXE has been around for nine years but the interface was never really upgraded. Nowadays, with the rapid development of electronic business, we have to keep up with the times and make changes when needed,” said Marry Kiser, IGXE Operation Manager. “Besides, we have always hoped that we could expand our product line. However, the old website could not meet this demand. That’s why we made this mode transition.”
The e-commence industry is very competitive. Innovation is a must for companies in order to survive in this field. IGXE knows this and has shown their commitment by taking action.
Changes made to the website
First, IGXE has become a virtual shopping mall as opposed to a regular website. Every product type has an independent website much like a department store has different departments. Game currency can be found on the first floor while game items are on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor features power leveling service and the 4th floor sells game CD-keys and so on.
Second, IGXE has added a new way to search for products. Products are classified into six categories: PC&Online, Facebook, XBOX, Playstation, IOS and Browser. This allows customers to easily find their games on IGXE.COM.
Third, IGXE developed two new product types: pre-paid cards and gift cards. IGXE hopes to carry every type of virtual product so that customers can get everything they want without leaving IGXE. IGXE has also added a new section for future releases. Customers can check it and find out what games will be released in the coming months.
The development trend of economic business
IGXE is not the first website to implement shopping mall mode. There are many famous websites like amazon.com, dhgate.com and dinodirect.com that have implemented shopping mall mode –resulting in rapid growth. This shows that this way of presenting items is popular and trusted by customers.
Are there any promotions celebrating the IGXE upgrade?
“The promotions will kick off at the end of this month and further details will be available soon, however I can’t tell you the details right now,” said Kevin Fenn, the Chief Executive Officer of IGXE.
When asked what they thought of the new and improved IGXE, one customer replied, “I think it’s fine. I like their site and I feel it’s easy to understand and use. Their customer service is awesome too.”
IGXE is hugely popular with its customers. Introducing shopping mall mode will help them attract more new customers as well as maintain their relationship with existing ones.
Danni Deng
Phone Number: 1-858-380-5139
Email: cs_manager@igxe.com
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Vimicro International Schedules Conference Call to Discuss First-Quarter 2013 Results
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BEIJING, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Vimicro International Corporation (NASDAQ: VIMC) (“Vimicro” or the “Company”), a leading image processing IC and surveillance solution provider, today announced that the Company will host a conference call to discuss financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013.
Vimicro senior management will host the conference call at 8:00 a.m. (U.S. Eastern Daylight Time) / 5:00 a.m. (U.S. Pacific Daylight Time) / 8:00 p.m. (Beijing / Hong Kong time) on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to discuss the Company’s first-quarter 2013 financial results.
To participate in the conference call, please dial one of the following numbers five to ten minutes prior to the scheduled conference call time: (866) 700-0133 or (617) 213-8831. The conference call ID number is 71445852.
If you are unable to participate in the call at this time, a replay will be available starting at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, through 11:59 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Wednesday, June 5, 2013. To access the replay, dial (888) 286-8010 or (617) 801-6888. The replay call ID number is 88878896.
This conference call will also be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed by all interested parties by clicking on: http://edge.media-server.com/m/p/mavcta7z/lan/en. Please access the link at least fifteen minutes prior to the start of the call to register, download, and install any necessary audio software.
About Vimicro International Corporation
Vimicro International Corporation is a leading multimedia semiconductor and solution provider that designs, develops, and markets mixed-signal semiconductor products and system-level solutions that enable multimedia capabilities in a variety of products for PC/Notebook, consumer electronics, and surveillance markets. Vimicro is aggressively expanding business into the surveillance market with system-level solutions and semiconductor products to capitalize on China‘s domestic demand. Vimicro’s ADSs, each of which represents four ordinary shares, are currently trading on the NASDAQ Global Market under the ticker symbol “VIMC.”
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The Veuve Clicquot and Ferrari Art of Living Leads to an Exclusive Global and International Partnership
MONACO, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Ferrari and Veuve Clicquot have forged an alliance, promising an exceptional partnership at the international level and exciting projects to come. The link between these two iconic brands needs no justification beyond a common destiny.
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Both these names enjoy a world-renowned reputation, first and foremost: as Ferrari is the undisputed icon in car industry and motor racing, Veuve Clicquot is a mythical legend in the champagne world. As well, they are also both universally praised for their modern approach, foresight for the future, and for their lifelong quest for excellence — always grounded firmly in tradition. The two daring, highly innovative brands are deeply rooted in their histories, and both have had extraordinary leaders at the helm.
Firstly, the great Champagne House founded in 1772; history was made in 1805 when it was audaciously taken on by Madame Clicquot Ponsardin. This pioneer of her time, widowed at the young age of 27, succeeded in imposing her personal vision on a male-dominated world through her courage, determination, and imagination — to resounding success. Nicknamed “La Grande Dame de la Champagne”, her leadership foreshadowed today’s modernity. The inspirational strength of her character would later be incarnated in her intrepid great-granddaughter, the Duchess d’Uzes — as she was the first woman in France to receive her driving licence and drive racing cars! This modern, inspired, bold approach has endowed the House champagnes to sparkle with the exclusive nature that embodies the name of Clicquot.
Another splendid name of original notoriety is that of Ferrari, the Italian car brand of legend founded in 1947. Heralded as the most prestigious car in the world, it has long worn the crown of success on the road and international circuits alike. As a luxury car manufacturer, Ferrari quickly became a benchmark for the world in both technology and design.
Jean-Marc Lacave, President of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin has declared: “Veuve Clicquot is proud to become the event partner of Ferrari and is looking forward to share its excellence and ‘Art de Vivre’ throughout worldwide events.”
Such strong personalities, touting an inspirational pedigree, created two international successes based on common values. With an unquestioned expertise in their respective domains, they historically pursued a never-ending quest for performance, for high standards, creativity, and boldness. This envisioned world was founded on certain ideals — it instilled an art of living and a preferred taste for the unique and the exceptional.
Today’s art of living embraces a passion for the beautiful; to see life in red and yellow is to enjoy the premium world of Veuve Clicquot, constantly accompanying and setting today’s trends.
The ambitious partnership between Clicquot and Ferrari is proud to announce planned global events to celebrate their alliance in all major markets. This year we will see the 2 prestigious brands side by side at mythical classic car events well as Ferrari new model launch and racing shows around the world. Naturally, new “lifestyle events” will be created, and special joint ventures will also cause a sparkling social stir. Coming soon, the pair’s design team is innovating extraordinary and celebratory new creations.
The Ferrari Chairman Luca di Montezemolo has declared: “Ferrari chooses its partners exclusively among leading companies, and Veuve Clicquot is with certainty a brand of excellence in the special Champagne World.”
The Ferrari-Veuve Clicquot story has only just begun to be told. Celebrating Ferrari Formula 1 Grand Prix wins in China and Barcelona, the 2 prestigious brands will continue to show their passion at the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix this week-end.
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UL Remains the Top CB Certificate Issuing Body in Categories Information Technology & Office Equipment (OFF) and Batteries (BATT) in 2012
HONG KONG, May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — In the recently released IECEE (Worldwide System for Conformity Testing and Certification of Electrotechnical Equipment and Components) metrics for 2012, UL (Underwriters Laboratories) is the number one NCB (National Certification Body) in the categories of OFF (Information Technology & Office Equipment) and BATT (Batteries). UL’s ranking has improved by 1.5 points in the OFF category, widening the gap from its nearest competitors.
In the BATT category, UL remains the number one certificate issuer in the category accounting for a significant share at 45 percent, way ahead of the closest competitor.
In the TRON (Consumer Electronics, Entertainment) category, UL has progressed from 5th to 3rd place. These are all testimony to UL’s leading performance in the High Tech arena.
Overall, UL’s ranking in the 2012 IECEE metrics has been outstanding. UL moved up by 1.5 points, the single largest advancement by any member, and remained the second largest issuer of certificates within the IECEE system. Having a share of 17 percent of the overall certificates issued within the scheme, UL lagged behind the first issuer by just less than 2 percent, This is a result of UL’s committed focus on meeting and exceeding customer needs as well as the strategic management of IECEE related services.
UL’s global network is formed by local offices around the world with engineers and experts on the ground to provide customers insights in industry trends and needs. Looking ahead, UL intends to keep up its good efforts in the High Tech related categories and at the same time boost its performance in categories including MED (Electrical Equipment for Medical Use) and HOUS (Household Appliances). Ongoing trust and support from customers in professional integrity and services will lead UL to the number one position in overall certificates issued.
Official IECEE data is available at:
- CB Test Certificates issued in 2012 – http://www.cbscheme.org/cbscheme/pdf/cmc1360inf.pdf
- CB Test Certificate Statistics – http://www.cbscheme.org/cbscheme/html/cbstats.htm
For information, please contact Asli Solmaz-Kaiser, Business Development Manager, UL Global High Tech Industry or visit UL’s CB Scheme Web page.
About UL
UL is a premier global independent safety science company with more than 118 years of history. Employing more than 10,000 professionals with customers in over 100 countries, UL has five distinct business units – Product Safety, Environment, Life & Health, Knowledge Services, and Verification Services – to meet the expanding needs of our customers and to deliver on our public safety mission. For more information on UL’s family of companies and network of 95 laboratory, testing, and certification facilities, go to UL.com.
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