TuesdayAug 11, 2009 8:05 am

GigOptix Inc. (GGOX.OB) Offers Samples of its LX8400 40G Modulator to Maintain Competitive Edge in Fast-Growing Segment

GigOptix Inc. is a leading fabless manufacturer of high-speed electronic devices, including polymer electro-optic modulators, modulator drivers and laser drivers. The company today announced it is offering samples of the LX8400, its 40G DPSK Mach-Zehnder modulator, created from its proprietary Electro-Optical (EO) polymer technology. The company is targeting the fastest growing segment of the telecom modulator market, the 40G modulator segment, an area expected to grow from $13 million in 2009 to $105 million in 2014. To position itself as a competitive player in the market, the company has developed the LX8400 modulator, but stated that it anticipates producing additional…

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TuesdayAug 11, 2009 7:51 am

eDOORWAYS Corp. (EDWY.PK) Looks to Capitalize on Emerging Opportunity

eDOORWAYS is developing a revolutionary business based on a consumer social networking website. The website is intended to connect consumers with questions to experts with answers, solutions, and recommendations as to where to buy goods and services related to the consumers' specific needs. eDOORWAYS is looking to capitalize on an emerging opportunity created by several developments: • The huge success of web 2.0 community internet service offerings such as MySpace, Facebook, Wikipedia and Craig's List. • The movement in marketing toward niche marketing and targeted service offerings. • The emergence of technologies that enable immediate access to information on the…

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MondayAug 10, 2009 3:29 pm

August 10th CEOcast Weekly Newsletter

Companies featured in this edition of the newsletter: CBAI, ICLK, ITUI, IWEB, MBCI, OMCM, SIHI, SRCO Markets continued their torrid pace this week on the strength of encouraging reports from two of the most beleaguered economic sectors, which led to gains in all of the major indices following the week's activities. All told, the Dow ended the week up 2.2%, gaining 198 to close at 9370, bringing its YTD gains to 6.8%. The Nasdaq gained 1.1% on the week, bringing its yearly gains to 26.8% while the S&P 500 and Russell 2000 posted gains of 2.3% and 2.28 % respectively,…

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MondayAug 10, 2009 3:05 pm

Neah Power Systems, Inc. (NPWZ.OB) ‏is “One to Watch”

Neah Power Systems, Inc. is developing fuel cells for the military and portable electronic devices. The company uses a unique, patented, silicon-based design for their micro fuel cells. These enable higher power densities, lower cost, and compact form-factors. Neah Power Systems trades on the OTCBB and they have their corporate headquarters in Bothell, Washington. Prototype development continues for the company and they expect to make their energy products commercially available this year. Neah Power anticipates their patented silicon-based fuel cell will provide a premier power source for all types of military applications. They expect their Neah Power fuel cell to…

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MondayAug 10, 2009 12:49 pm

Adventure Energy, Inc. (ADVE.OB) Acquires Two Wells in Kentucky

Adventure Energy Inc. is an independent domestic energy company principally engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of mature long-lived oil and natural gas properties. The company's current operations are concentrated in the Appalachian Basin within the states of Kentucky and West Virginia. Adventure Energy announced that it has completed the acquisition of two previously drilled wells located in the Exie Quadrangle in Green County, Kentucky. The company will hold a 100% working interest, 87.5% net revenue interest in each well. In addition, the company has acquired the 10 acre leasehold where the wells are located. The Faulkner #1 well…

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MondayAug 10, 2009 12:48 pm

LifeVantage Corp. (LFVN.OB) Announces Cost Reduction Initiatives

LifeVantage Corp. is a science-based, natural products company dedicated to helping people reach their health and wellness goals through science-based solutions to oxidative stress. The company develops nutraceutical products, such as Protandim, which is a clinically proven supplement that provides benefits to people dealing with the challenges of healthy aging. In February 2009, the company added an experienced 52 person network marketing team to its existing nine person corporate team. After LifeVantage launched into the network marketing sales channel, net revenues for the company's 4th quarter showed a substantial 150% increase. The company is looking to build on this result…

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MondayAug 10, 2009 11:53 am

Amarin Corporation plc (AMRN) Sells Bridge Loan

Amarin Corporation plc announced that it had secured financing of $3.0 million in the form of convertible bridge loan notes sold to several institutional investors. The financing consists of a short-term note and warrants, and will allow the company to operate through the end of September 2009. The notes pay interest at a rate of 8%, mature on September 30, 2009, and are convertible at the option of the holder into the company’s American Depositary Shares. The warrants are for five years and are also convertible into American Depositary Shares based on a price to be determined in the future.…

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MondayAug 10, 2009 11:26 am

Priceline.com, Inc. (PCLN) Reports Favorable 2nd Quarter Revenues

Today, Priceline.com, Inc. reported positive financial results for the 2nd quarter 2009. Gross travel bookings increased 12.8% year over year, reaching a total of $2.38 billion for the 2nd quarter. Gross travel bookings, referring to the total dollar value, includes all taxes and fees of all travel services purchased by consumers. Priceline.com’s 2nd quarter revenues totaled $603.7 million, a 17.5% increase from a year ago. The company's international operations contributed $197.6 million in revenues in the 2nd quarter, showing a 20.1% increase (approximately 38% growth on a local currency basis). Priceline.com's gross profit for the 2nd quarter was $305.2 million,…

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MondayAug 10, 2009 10:57 am

Anglo Swiss Resources Inc. (ASWRF.OB) Announces Acquisition of Property Adjacent to the Kenville Gold Mine Property

Anglo Swiss Resources Inc., a mineral exploration company focused on creating shareholder value through the development of its advanced staged Kenville Gold Mine property, announced this morning that it has acquired the surface and undersurface rights to a property known as the White Claim. According to the press release, this property is about 21 acres in size and is adjacent to the eastern boundary of the company’s Kenville Gold Mine property located near Nelson, British Columbia. Len Danard, President & CEO commented, “We are very pleased to acquire the White Claim to add to our portfolio of crown granted mineral…

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MondayAug 10, 2009 10:54 am

Ethos Environmental, Inc. (ETEV.OB) Engages Strategic Growth International, Inc.

Ethos Environmental, Inc., a San Diego-based manufacturer of fuel reformulating products, announced today that it has retained Strategic Growth International, Inc. ("SGI") to manage global investor-relations functions in an effort to increase awareness of Ethos in the investment community. Corey P. Schlossmann, President and CEO of Ethos, stated, "As we continue to expand our business and achieve our operating milestones, we look forward to sharing our progress with the investment community worldwide. As an emerging green company, we want to be represented internationally by a major investor relations firm that is well known and respected by investors world-wide.” He continued,…

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