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FridaySep 04, 2009 8:54 am

The Fast-Growing Market of E-Book Readers

The two main players right now in the electronic book reader market are Sony (NYSE: SNE) and Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN). While Sony helped pioneer the market for e-book readers using advanced electronic ink technology, it has fallen behind Amazon in the race to transform electronic readers into mass market devices. Sony's Reader, launched in Japan in 2005, was first to market in the United States in 2006. But Amazon's Kindle has been a surprise success since its first version was launched two years ago. But Sony is fighting back – hard. In a direct assault on Amazon in the e-book…

FridaySep 04, 2009 8:39 am

Phoenix Aerospace Inc. (PIVN.OB) Announces $1+ Million in New Orders from Major Aerospace Customers

Today, Phoenix International Ventures, Inc. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Phoenix Aerospace Inc., received an aggregate of $1,047,000 in new purchase orders. One of the orders to design engine trailer adapters and the other is to supply ground support equipment to a major aerospace corporation. Phoenix International Ventures, Inc.'s CEO Mr. Zahir Teja commented, "We are delighted to announce these latest purchase orders which give a great boost to the company. These orders bring our backlog to $7.4M. Since September 8, 2008, we have accumulated approximately $5.3M in new orders, of which $2.4M is from the U.S. Air Force…

FridaySep 04, 2009 8:36 am

Veritec, Inc. (VRTC.OB) Commences Trading on OTC Bulletin Board

Veritec, Inc., a pioneering developer of proprietary two-dimensional matrix technology and developer of mobile banking debit card solutions, announced this morning that its common stock has begun trading on the OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB). Previously, Veritec’s common stock was quoted on the Pink Sheets. “Veritec is very pleased to move from the Pink Sheets to the OTC Bulletin Board,” stated Jeff Hattara, President and CEO of Veritec, Inc. “As reflected in our recent press releases, Veritec has had a number of significant commercial achievements in the last few months. We’ve taken this step to increase Veritec’s exposure to investors and…

FridaySep 04, 2009 8:33 am

American Lorain Corp. (ALRC.OB) to Begin Trading on NYSE Amex Next Week

American Lorain Corp., an international processed foods company based in Shandong Province, People's Republic of China, announced that it has received authorization to list its common stock on the NYSE Amex Exchange and will begin trading on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 under the ticker symbol "ALN." "Moving from the OTC BB to NYSE Amex is a major milestone for American Lorain, as we strive to improve liquidity and transparency for our shareholders. Trading on NYSE Amex is also an important endorsement of the Company as a major player in the food processing industry in China and helps us build credibility…

ThursdaySep 03, 2009 2:53 pm

Diversification Comes Home

As most investors have come to understand, in these post 2008 times, diversification is all that keeps a portfolio together. One sector or another is no longer enough to keep a portfolio afloat. Sector by sector there are many issues that need to be followed. Gold may be up today and down tomorrow. Financials may have been crushed yesterday, but move up next week. Keeping pace is the key. Reading on the computer, as you are, recognizes that you understand the need for information. Information in the financial world is why you understand the need. But with all the information…

ThursdaySep 03, 2009 12:21 pm

Vical, Inc. (VICL) Receives Broad US Patent for Influenza Vaccines

Vical Inc. researches and develops biopharmaceutical products based on its patented DNA delivery technologies for the prevention and treatment of serious or life-threatening diseases. Potential applications of the company's DNA delivery technology would include DNA vaccines for infectious diseases, in which the expressed protein is an immunogen. An immunogen is a substance that prompts the generation of antibodies and causes an immune response. DNA vaccines in general can prime the body's immune system as well as induce potent antibody and T-cell immune response. These vaccines contain no viral particles, are non-infectious, and can be administered on a repeat basis without…

ThursdaySep 03, 2009 11:57 am

RBC Life Sciences, Inc. (RBCL.OB) Launches Initiatives to Build Its Network Marketing Business

RBC Life Sciences Inc. develops, manufactures and markets high-quality nutritional supplements and personal care products. Under its MPM Medical brand, the company also develops and markets to health care professionals in the United States proprietary prescription and nonprescription products for advanced would care and pain management. The company announced today that it has implemented several company-wide initiatives aimed at helping to grow its North American independent sales base. The new initiatives include launching an industry-first compensation plan, giving independent associates a new back office platform and changing the name of the company's network marketing arm to RBC Life. RBC Life…

ThursdaySep 03, 2009 10:18 am

PokerTek, Inc. (PTEK) Raises Equity Capital in Private Placement

PokerTek, Inc. raised $500,000 in a private placement of stock with several different accredited investors. The company sold a total of 686,090 shares at $0.76. Lyle Berman, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of PokerTek, purchased nearly half of this private placement. PokerTek raised capital in August 2009 when ICP Electronics purchased 565,000 shares at $0.85, bringing the total net proceeds for the company to nearly $1 million. PokerTek reported a net loss in its second quarter of $1.6 million, or $0.15 per share. Revenues fell to $1.5 million, down 60% from the same quarter in 2008. Mark Roberson,…

ThursdaySep 03, 2009 10:15 am

Met-Pro Corp. (MPR) Gets Substantial Product Order

Met-Pro Corporation announced today that it received an order for one of its regenerative thermal oxidation (RTO) systems. Industrial companies use this product to treat volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other atmospheric pollutants. The order will provide $500,000 in revenues for Met-Pro (MPR). Met-Pro Corporation reported net income of $1.2 million, or $0.08 per share, in its second fiscal quarter. The company’s balance sheet is unlevered and ended the quarter with $29.2 million in cash, and debt of $3.8 million. Raymond J. De Hont, the CEO of Met-Pro Corporation said, “The second quarter again demonstrated the resiliency of our business…

ThursdaySep 03, 2009 9:55 am

Americans in China

With a population of nearly 1½ billion people, roughly 5 times that of the United States, China represents a potential consumer base that is impossible to ignore. It’s of little surprise that the majority of American companies now report China as one of their top priorities, and that they expect to increase their associated efforts and investments. No longer is China seen only as a cheap source of manufactured goods for America and Europe. In spite of the world economic crisis, and concerns about its effect on China, evidence continues to point to China as an ultimately growing and powerful…

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