The Rise of Ad Networks - Research Reveals Advertisers Increasingly Turning to Advertising Networks to Book CampaignsLONDON and LOS ANGELES - - 31% of Online Display Advertising Budget is Spent on Online Ad Networks Vectibix(R) in Combination With Chemotherapy Significantly Improves Progression-Free Survival in Second-Line Metastatic Colorectal CancerTHOUSAND OAKS, California - Amgen (Nasdaq: AMGN) today announced detailed results from the Phase 3 ‘181′ trial evaluating Vectibix(R) (panitumumab) in combination with FOLFIRI (an irinotecan based chemotherapy), as a second-line treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC). In this trial, Vectibix significantly improved progression-free survival (PFS) in patients with KRAS wild-type mCRC. These results were presented at the 2009 ECCO 15 - ESMO 34 European Multidisciplinary Congress in Berlin, Germany (Abstract Number 14LBA). Denosumab Demonstrates Superiority Over Zometa(R) in Delay of Complications Due to Bone Metastases in Advanced Breast Cancer PatientsTHOUSAND OAKS, California - Amgen (Nasdaq: AMGN) today announced detailed results from a Phase 3, head-to-head trial evaluating denosumab versus Zometa(R) (zoledronic acid) in the treatment of bone metastases in 2,046 patients with advanced breast cancer that met its primary and secondary endpoints and demonstrated superior efficacy compared to Zometa. These results were presented today during the Presidential Session at the 2009 ECCO 15 - ESMO 34 European Multidisciplinary Congress in Berlin, Germany (Abstract Number 2LBA). Marvell Introduces Industry’s First 6Gb/s SATA RAID ControllerSAN FRANCISCO - - Industry Leaders Support Next Generation, High Performance, Cost Effective Computing as Market Readies for 2010 6Gb/s SATA Adoption Supermicro Presents Revolutionary Advances in Twin Server Technology at IDFSAN FRANCISCO - - Unprecedented Performance-per-Watt, per-Dollar, per-Square Foot INTEL DEVELOPER FORUM — Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMCI), a leader in application-optimized, high-performance server solutions, is showcasing its leadership in Twin server technology at the Intel Developer Forum (IDF) 2009, Moscone Center West, San Francisco, September 22-24. Located in Gold Sponsor booth #207, Supermicro is demonstrating its 1U Twin(TM) and 2U Twin2 (Squared) SuperServers and unveiling its revolutionary new TwinBlade(TM) with 20 dual-processor (DP) blades in 7U. In addition, Supermicro CEO and president, Charles Liang, will give a 50-minute presentation entitled “Twin Technology: 1U - 0.5U - 0.35U” in Room 2003 today at 5:00pm. Brunswick Group Releases Survey Findings on New Media Usage by Investment CommunitySAN FRANCISCO - ~ Survey of Institutional Investors and Sell-Side Analysts Identifies Information Direct from Companies as Most Influential ~ ~ Impact of Blogs, Social Networks Limited but Growing ~ MitraClip(R) Therapy Data Demonstrate Significant Reduction in Mitral Valve Annulus Dimensions in High-Risk Patients With Functional Mitral RegurgitationSAN FRANCISCO - - 12-Month Data Also Demonstrate Significant Reduction in Left Ventricular Volumes Data Show Long-Term Mechanical Integrity of MitraClip(R) and Complete Healing Following Implantation of the Device for Mitral Valve RepairSAN FRANCISCO - - Results of Histopathology and Mechanical Integrity Analysis of MitraClip(R) Devices Presented at TCT 2009 MitraClip(R) Therapy Data Demonstrate Significant Left Ventricular Reverse Remodeling in Patients With Sustained Reduction of Mitral RegurgitationSAN FRANCISCO - - 12-Month Data Presented at TCT 2009 Show Significant Improvement in Left Ventricular Function with no Change in Annular Dimensions Tigo Energy Achieves Compliance/Certification Landmark & Introduces Latest Product Addition to the TIGO Energy(TM) Maximizer Family at PVSEC in HamburgLOS GATOS, California - Tigo Energy, (www.tigoenergy.com), the solar company whose unique technology significantly increases efficiency in photovoltaic solar installations, announced today that it officially has achieved compliance to the UL1741 as certified by CSA. Significantly, the Balance of Systems leader is the first DC-side maximizer solution with panel-level monitoring to achieve this certification. MctraxMedia: Legendary Songwriter Andy Fraser Joins Forces With TckTckTck CampaignLOS ANGELES - Andy Fraser, legendary musician and songwriter, best known for penning FREE’s rock anthem “All Right Now,” Robert Palmer’s mega-hit “Every Kinda People” and recent ground-breaking CD “Naked… and finally free,” is joining forces with Avaaz.org TckTckTck campaign to bring awareness to the need for a strong global climate agreement in Copenhagen. DemandTec to Speak on nextGEN Retail Merchandising and Marketing Optimisation at The Retail Conference in LondonSAN CARLOS, California and LONDON - DemandTec, Inc. (Nasdaq: DMAN), a leading provider of on-demand optimisation solutions for retailers and consumer products manufacturers, today announced that Derek Smith, DemandTec’s Vice President of Retail Industry Marketing, and Mike Taylor, DemandTec’s Senior Director, Worldwide Solution Consulting, will be discussing the latest issues in next generation merchandising and marketing optimisation with a group of senior managers from the retail, wholesale and hospitality industries at The Retail Conference 2009 - Responsive Retailing at the Cavendish Conference Centre in London, UK on September 23, 2009. IronKey S200 Approved for Worldwide Usage With NATOLOS ALTOS, California - - IronKey To Safeguard NATO Member Data With Secure USB Drives Ministry of Culture of the People’s Republic of China Named Overseer of Animation and Online Games Industry in ChinaSAN FRANCISCO - - 2009 Game Developers Conference(R) China Government Supporter Gains Traction ASP Launches 24-Minute EXPRESS Cycle for the STERRAD(R) 100NX(TM) SystemIRVINE, California - - New Cycle is One of the Fastest on the Market and is Validated to Sterilize da Vinci(R) 3D Endoscopes Phase 3 Trial Shows Denosumab Delayed Skeletal Related Events in Advanced Cancer Patients With Bone MetastasesTHOUSAND OAKS, California - Amgen (Nasdaq: AMGN) today announced detailed results from a Phase 3 trial evaluating denosumab administered subcutaneously versus Zometa(R) (zoledronic acid) administered as an intravenous infusion in the treatment of bone metastases in 1,776 advanced cancer patients with solid tumors (not including breast and prostate cancer) or multiple myeloma. These results were presented today at the 2009 ECCO 15 - ESMO 34 European Multidisciplinary Congress in Berlin, Germany (Abstract Number: 20LBA). RAYSPAN’s Metamaterial Antennas Provide the Extended Range and WiFi Performance in NETGEAR’s Ultimate Networking MachineSAN DIEGO - RAYSPAN Corporation, the world’s leading innovator of metamaterial air interface solutions, today announced that NETGEAR(R), Inc. (Nasdaq: NTGR), a worldwide provider of technologically innovative, branded networking solutions, has embedded the company’s Metamaterial antennas in their newest high performance feature-rich wireless router, the RangeMax(TM) Dual Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router, (WNDR3700). Atmel and Adeneo Embedded Announce Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R2 Training in Milan for AT91SAM9 ARM9 Embedded MPUsSAN JOSE, California - - October 19 -22, 2009, Milan, Italy; Attendees receive complimentary AT91SAM9263 evaluation kit Small Businesses Rely on Sage to Help Them Ride Out the RecessionIRVINE, California - - Sage products and services help new small businesses get started on the right foot and established businesses fight back in an unpredictable economy Supermicro Launches Six-Core Opteron With PCI-E 2.0 SolutionsSAN JOSE, California - - New Line of Servers, Blades and Workstations with GPU-optimized Computing, 40Gb/s QDR InfiniBand, 6Gb/s SAS 2.0, Gold Level Power Efficiency Abbott’s XIENCE V(R) Continues to Outperform TAXUS With Sustained Clinical Advantages and Impressive Long-Term Safety Results in SPIRIT III TrialSAN FRANCISCO - - Market-Leading XIENCE V Demonstrates Single-Digit Rate of Major Adverse Cardiac Events (MACE) at Three Years and a 43 Percent Reduction vs. TAXUS TigerLogic Announces the General Availability of Omnis Studio 5IRVINE, California - - Extending Omnis to New Platforms and New Markets Support for Microsoft(R) Windows Mobile(R) based devices and full Unicode compatibility extend the power and flexibility of the Omnis Studio application development environment and opens up entirely new markets for application developers. TechInsights’ ESC UK Event Showcases Leading Companies and Technology Trends in the Electronics IndustrySAN FRANCISCO - - Premier Conference for System Engineers & Software Developers held at the UK’s Tech Valley NeuroFocus Names Dr. Steven Miller to Head Global Neurological Laboratory OperationsBERKELEY, California - NeuroFocus, the world’s leading neuromarketing company, announced that it has named Dr. Steven L. Miller to lead its neurological testing laboratory facilities. Headquartered in Berkeley, the company operates its main lab there, with additional lab facilities and offices in Cincinnati, Dallas, Israel, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, New York, and Asia. deCarta Announces Support for Worldwide OpenStreetMap ContentSAN JOSE, California - - Beta Launch now, With Worldwide Product Release Slated for October 2009 Inaugural Korn/Ferry ‘Confidence in Leadership Index’ Reveals Stability Despite Economic TurbulenceLOS ANGELES - - Regional Differences Emerge in Global Leadership Study - North America Demonstrates Most Positive Attitudes Towards Corporate Leadership; Europe Shows Most Skepticism TechInsights Sells European Business Press and Corresponding European Media BusinessSAN FRANCISCO - - Acquisition Includes EE Times Europe and Microwave Engineering Europe Photo: Allan McNish and Jim Russell Racing Drivers School Announce 2010 Future Driver SearchSONOMA, California - Allan McNish and the Jim Russell Racing Drivers School join to announce the 2010 Future Driver Search. Allan McNish will lead the judging panel for the global driver search for young racing talent. The search will culminate in a competition held at Infineon Raceway on December 19 - 22, in which two drivers will each be awarded a full season in the 2010 Jim Russell Championship Series. Applications and information packets are now available at www.jimrussellusa.com. New Collaborations and Breakthrough Advancements in RNA-Based Drug Development Programs Lead Santaris Pharma A/S to Establish US OperationsHOERSHOLM, Denmark and SAN DIEGO, California - - Denmark-Based Santaris Pharma A/S Appoints Leading RNA Industry Expert Art Levin Ph.D. as President of US Operations and Chief Development Officer Guided Delivery Systems, Inc. Successfully Treats First Patient with Mitral RegurgitationSANTA CLARA, California - Guided Delivery Systems, Inc. (”GDS”) announced the first successful percutaneous implantation of the GDS Accucinch(R) System for mitral valve repair. The procedure was performed by Prof. Dr. med. Joachim Schofer of Medizinisches Versorgungszentrum, Hamburg University Cardiovascular Center in Hamburg, Germany. The GDS Accucinch System significantly reduced the patient’s mitral regurgitation without requiring open heart surgery. Amgen to Present Pivotal Data From Four Phase 3 Studies at the ECCO 15 - ESMO 34 CongressTHOUSAND OAKS, California - - Key Denosumab and Vectibix(R) (Panitumumab) Data to be Presented The Magic of Walt Disney Comes to Life at New San Francisco Museum Opening Oct. 1, 2009SAN FRANCISCO - - The Walt Disney Family Museum Celebrates Triumphs and Travails of Great American Storyteller, Animation Artist, Director and Innovator VMS to Leverage blinkx Video Index for Comprehensive News Monitoring and Reporting ServicesSAN FRANCISCO - - Worldwide leader in integrated media intelligence solutions taps blinkx to enhance its extensive suite of products Outspark Appoints Niranjan Nagar as Chief of Game OperationsSAN FRANCISCO - - Seasoned Industry Executive Brings Over 15 Years Experience To Rapidly Growing Freemium Gaming Company Ongoing Progress of MitraClip(R) Therapy Highlighted at TCT 2009MENLO PARK, California - - European Commercial Pace Continues to Grow with 200 Patients Treated |