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FridayJun 06, 2008 3:40 pm

StemCells Inc. (STEM) Awarded New Patent; Using the Basics of Life to Improve Life

StemCells Inc. (Nasdaq: STEM) focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of cell-based therapeutics to treat diseases afflicting the central nervous system (CNS) and liver. Stem-cell research has become more widely accepted as the public becomes more educated on research methods and purposes. StemCells Inc.’s programs target damaged or lost CNS and liver tissue as a result of disease or injury. Stem-cell research opens the door to a plethora of discoveries regarding the human body’s regenerative abilities, and how to better treat disease. StemCells Inc. today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office awarded the company patent number 7,381,561…

FridayJun 06, 2008 3:39 pm

Tumbleweed Communications Corp. (TMWD) to Merge with Sopra Group Subsidiary for Long-Term Growth

In an effort to offer integrated collaborative business solutions around the world, Sopra Group (Euronext Paris: SOP) and Tumbleweed Communications (Nasdaq: TMWD) today announced a plan to merge in which Sopra Group, through its subsidiary Axway, will acquire all outstanding Tumbleweed stock in cash at $2.70 per share, which will assist the companies in the expansion of their market reach. "Tumbleweed is a natural fit with Axway. We are confident that the combined product offering will benefit customers from both companies and increase long-term growth prospects," Jim Scullion, CEO of Tumbleweed stated in the press release. "The combined entity is…

FridayJun 06, 2008 3:31 pm

Shares of Tumbleweed Communications Corporation (TMWD) Continue Rise on Announcement of New Channel Partner Agreements

Trading volume for Tumbleweed Communications Corporation (NASDAQ: TMWD), a global provider of e-mail firewall and secure messaging application software solutions, climbed more than 14 percent earlier this week after the company announced the general availability of its FTP Analyzer to its channel partners. Tumbleweed’s products enable organizations to effectively manage and protect business-critical Internet communications, including secure file transfer, encryption, data loss prevention and email security capabilities. According to Tumbleweed’s first quarter earnings report, the company plans to restructure operations and transition its distribution model from direct sales to a distribution model with an emphasis on sales through channel partners.…

FridayJun 06, 2008 10:25 am

Tercica, Inc. (TRCA) Enters Merger Agreement with Ipsen, S.A. (Euronext: IPN)

Tercica, Inc. (NASD: TRCA) announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement with Ipsen, S.A. (Euronext: IPN). The merger states an affiliate of Ipsen will acquire all of the shares of Tercica common stock that Ipsen doesn't already own at a price of $9.00 per share in cash, valuing Tercica at approximately $663 million. The transaction still has to be approved by Tercica's shareholders, who hold a majority of the company's outstanding common stock, but the board of directors unanimously approved the deal. As of now, Ipsen and their affiliates own approximately 25.3% of the outstanding Tercica common…

FridayJun 06, 2008 8:18 am

Joytoto USA, Inc. (JYTO.OB) Launches its First US Online Game

This week, Joytoto USA, Inc. announced the launch of its first online game to be available for download in the US, "Pang Pang Terrible". It is one of the first online, first-person shooter games to allow character customization, and has a 'cartoon' feel to appeal to younger players. Joytoto has had several successful game launches in Korea, and will now attempt to capture the attention of American gamers. This is part of the company's ongoing expansion strategy, which has been progressing rapidly in 2008. The game will be available through Joytoto's distribution portal, playolive.com. Regarding the release of the new…

FridayJun 06, 2008 8:16 am

Hybrid Technologies, Inc. (HYBR.OB) – Featured in Wall St. Grand Report

It is easy to understand why people like the idea behind Hybrid Technologies. It is a virtually undiscovered company manufacturing futuristic automobiles that are powered by rechargeable lithium cells and good old-fashioned American ingenuity. Soaring gas prices have reluctant consumers standing embittered at the pumps, wishing for an immediate solution. Our collective history of indifference to polluting the environment has concerned individuals hoping for drastic change. What many of these people do not realize is, that with companies like Hybrid Technologies, change is possible right now. Surely freedom from fossil fuels has to cost an arm and a leg, right?…

FridayJun 06, 2008 8:02 am

StockEgg Featured Company: New Century Energy Corp. (NCEY.OB) First Quarter Revenue up 100% based on Sub-$100 Oil

Some companies just have all the luck. They work to find what they know could be a lucrative product, and find it. Then, to top off the find, the product's value shoots through the roof just as the company’s efforts hit their production stride. Timing and luck - there is little one can do to predict it, but when the two get together there’s a solid payday on the way. New Century Energy Corp., an oil and gas exploration and development company, works to explore and develop oil and gas properties in Texas. The company currently owns over 20,000 acres…

FridayJun 06, 2008 8:01 am

Global Roaming Distribution (GRDB.OB) Actions Result in Stock Move

Global Roaming Distribution (GRDB.OB), a telecommunications company specializing in providing affording solutions for international travelers, is making strides in the stock market. A look at yesterday’s trading increase of 154.6 percent in value displays interest and support in the company. Global recently signed agreements with 100 new GSM alliances including Haiti, Turks and Caicos, Djibouti, Montserrat, Palestine Authority, and the British Virgin Islands. The additional alliances allow CelTrek™ SIM card users to have full roaming access in over 172 countries on over 450 GSM carriers. Global’s CEO, Florian Serioussi, stated that the company’s goal is to sign agreements with GSM…

FridayJun 06, 2008 7:57 am

Reddy Ice Holdings Inc. (FRZ) is Still in the Ice Age

When you manufacture and distribute approximately 1.9 million tons of ice annually, you know you're doing something right. That's what Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc. does consistently and hopes to continue to do for a long time. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, they are the largest manufacturer and distributor of packaged ice in the United States. Reddy Ice Holdings Inc. employs over 2,000 employees year-round. They manufacture and distribute their products under the Reddy Ice brand name to 82,000 locations in 31 states, plus the District of Columbia. The company distributes their products to supermarket chains, mass merchants, convenience stores, wholesale ice…

FridayJun 06, 2008 7:55 am

Visitors Flock to the Wolf’s Door with Great Wolf Resorts Inc. (WOLF)

With headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin, Great Wolf Resorts Inc. is North America's largest family of indoor waterpark resorts. As part of the Resorts and Casinos industry, they trade on NASDAQ and have a current market capitalization of $205.97M. The company's goal is to help create family traditions through families gathering for visits and overnight as well as extended stays at their indoor resorts. Through their subsidiaries and affiliates, Great Wolf Resorts Inc. owns and operates these family resorts under the names Great Wolf Lodge and Blue Harbor Resort. There are Great Wolf Lodges in Wisconsin, Ohio, Michigan, Kansas, Virginia, Pennsylvania,…

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