MondayJul 28, 2008 8:26 am

Beacon Equity Research Featured Company: PlayBOX Inc. (PYBX.OB)

PlayBOX Inc. (PYBX.OB) is a growing global media entertainment distribution company that offers a wide variety of distribution channels for new music artists and small-to-medium sized record labels. PlayBOX is aggressively growing its traditional (retail) and non-traditional (digital, online and mobile) distribution channels so independent artists can reach their waiting public even more quickly and easily, while staying at the forefront of emerging trends in distribution. Through a series of strategic mergers and acquisitions, PlayBOX aspires to become a world leader in the distribution and marketing of global entertainment media, with a strategic focus on delivering digital media through PC's,…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 6:49 am

BIO-key International, Inc. (BKYI.OB) Reports Second Quarter Profit on Strong Sequential Revenue Growth

BIO-key International, Inc. (BKYI.OB), a developer of advanced identification solutions, including finger-based biometric technology, announced today a surge in revenue growth and an operating profit for the second quarter. Revenues rose to $3.6 million, a sequential increase of 41% from the first quarter and nearly triple last year’s $1.3 million. Net income was $168,000 vs. a loss in the first quarter of $915,000. The company cited increased demand and sales in the Biometrics division for gross margins that topped 88%. "We are very pleased to report our first quarter of corporate profitability as well as record quarterly revenues generated by…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 6:35 am

Yellow Pages Company Signs on to Use MyECheck Inc. (MYEC.OB) Software

MyECheck Inc. (MYEC.OB) announced that it has entered into an agreement with Superior Business Network, the parent company of Yellow Pages, which retains the largest online directories for U.S. businesses. MyECheck will provide its unique suite of electronic check processing services to the online directory and advertiser. Superior Business Network clients will be able to utilize their checking accounts as an additional option for online payments. The patented software designed by MyECheck has the ability to debit any U.S. checking account, which even ACH processing is unable to do. This added option for payments will allow more consumers and businesses…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 6:01 am

Piper Jaffray Companies (PJC) Providing Investment Banking Services

Founded in 1895, Piper Jaffray Companies (PJC) is a middle-market investment bank and institutional securities firm. The company trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and is part of the Asset Management industry in the Financial sector. The company's principal operating subsidiary is Piper Jaffray & Co. The company has approximately 1,200 employees. Their corporate headquarters are in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They also have a European office in London, England, and an Asian office in Hong Kong. In total, worldwide, the Piper Jaffray Companies have 28 offices. Their first quarter 2008 revenue was $95.7M, and their total stockholders' equity is…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 5:53 am

Wind Energy America Inc. (WNEA.OB) Acquires Revenue Producing Wind Energy Assets of Boreal Energy Inc.

The popularity of sustainable energy is a driving force behind several new energy markets working to find footing in an energy-starved world. If it sounds like a viable renewable energy source, investors climb right on in hopes of scoring it big. What many investors may miss, however, is that the markets with the most potential have already found their footing and are quickly moving to consolidate early positions for the longer term. Generally, the dew is off the rose in many markets and ready for a second round of growth. An investor that can find a company making the leap…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 5:26 am

Let 3S Bio Inc. (SSRX) Business Embellish Your Financial Planning

Though China is full of exciting business opportunities, health for people presents the most durable prospect. The large population, growing quality-of-life expectations, and pollution effects all contribute in large measures to bludgeoning and relatively price-insensitive demands for modern medicines. International criticism of quality standards in parts of China finds most serious expressions in healthcare. The Beijing government is seized by the problem, and collaborates with international regulators to try and improve matters. The setting is just right for efficient Chinese pharmaceutical producers. This stock is strongly positioned for the healthcare business situation in China. It offers superior stock investment opportunities…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 5:23 am

Strike a Qualitative: Quantitative Balance for Planning and Control That Works – Better Business Basics Bulletin

The first half of 2008 has created a crunch on all resources. The market struggles to climb out of a trough that has persisted for more than six months. New opportunities to enrich stocks compete for attention with mature operations that need revival. Time is in most demand. It is tempting to skip critical reviews of the most recent quarter. Why not just look ahead and try to make up for disappointing business results? There is much to lose if efforts are not made to assess performance at the micro level in these most trying macro circumstances. Statutory reporting numbers…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 4:54 am

Artificial Life, Inc. (ALIF.OB) Reports Strong Revenue Growth and Profits for 2nd Qtr

Artificial Life, Inc., a leading, full-service provider of mobile 3G+ technology, mobile participation TV, mobile gaming and business applications, has released their financial results which show strong growth in revenue and profits for the second quarter ending June 30, 2008. Revenues for this quarter were $5,481,470 when compared to $707,066 for the quarter ending June 30, 2007. According to the results, the 675% revenue increase was mainly due to increased product license income from pre-installation deals for mobile handsets, one time downloads and monthly subscription revenues for 3G games derived from mobile operators, resellers and handset distributors, and first major…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 4:52 am

NetSol Technologies Inc. (NTWK) Issues Strong FY 09 Guidance

NetSol Technologies, Inc. (NTWK), a developer and provider of software solutions for finance and leasing industries worldwide, announced solid sales and earnings forecasts for fiscal year 2009 this morning. The company anticipates revenues to grow 30% to 35% over 2008, and net income is forecasted to be between 40 cents and 45 cents for the full year. "We anticipate a strong financial performance in fiscal 2009 based on the combined strength of NetSol's global operating divisions. The main impetus driving this robust outlook for revenue and profitability growth remains our strong new business pipeline and contract backlog," stated Najeeb Ghauri,…

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MondayJul 28, 2008 4:45 am

Axial Vector Engine Corp. (AXVC.PK) Continuing A Sixty-Year-Old Tradition of Linear Power

Axial Vector Engine Corporation can trace its roots back to World War II, when Dr. Karl Hermann created the original linear power transmission concept. That initial design was eventually put to successful use by the US navy as a pneumatic drive in MK-46 torpedoes. The linear power design has proven successful in many applications because of its power and simplicity. Since the 1960’s, General Motors has been continuously using a linear power transmission for its air conditioning compressors. The crucial difference between linear power and traditional standard drive is the position of the pistons and cylinders relative to the drive…

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