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SmartCo opens London Office

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London, May 5, 2011
SmartCo announces its continued international expansion with the opening, in May 2011, of a London office to support its growing operations in the UK and Northern European markets.
SmartCo has seen an increase in the number of its international clients and as part of its internationalisation strategy, the Paris and Boston-based software company’s goal is to be present in the world’s leading financial centers, in order to best support its clients through such local presence. The establishment of operations in London will allow SmartCo to react quickly and efficiently to customer-led demand and coincides with an increased sales and account management footprint in the UK and Northern European markets.
Pascal Mougin, SmartCo’s CEO, comments: “We are very excited to have established a formal presence in London. By opening an office in the UK, we will ensure that we continue to provide the highest level of service and dedication to the UK and Northern European markets. SmartCo is fully committed to meeting the diverse needs of each of these marketplaces. While we are already the market leader in France and have achieved remarkable success in other countries around the globe, the UK has always been one of our most important target markets, as it has for any financial software company. Our presence in London will certainly influence our ability to further penetrate and understand the needs and requirements of our clients and prospects.”
About SmartCo:
Since 2004, SmartCo has helped financial institutions of all sizes to optimise their data management capabilities with a state-of-the-art software solution, the SmartCo DataHub. SmartCo is a fast growing and dynamic international company with its main headquarters in Paris, North American headquarters in Boston, a new office in London and consulting and integration partners in several North American and European cities.
Innovation and flexibility is our motto: In addition to the centralisation of securities and counterparties reference and market data and the ability to fully cover the operational data needs for any financial institution, SmartCo DataHub allows its clients’ core data management processes to seamlessly evolve with their business and market needs without any constraints from the software vendor.
Please feel free to contact our new London office at:
SmartCo
88 Wood Street
London EC2V 7RS
United Kingdom
+44 (208) 528 1531
For additional information about SmartCo, go to http://www.smartco.com or email us at info@smartco.com
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Verafin Warns of the Growing Complexity of Organized Money Laundering Activity

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Verafin Inc., today released a white paper that discusses the increasing organization and complexity surrounding human trafficking and organized crime and the money laundering activity that accompanies it.

St. John’s, NL, May 02, 2011 — Verafin Inc., ( http://www.verafin.com ) a leading provider of compliance, anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud detection software, today released a white paper that discusses the increasing organization and complexity surrounding human trafficking and organized crime and the money laundering activity that accompanies it.

The white paper is the latest research by Verafin’s team of analytics researchers, who believe it is essential to keep ahead of emerging financial crime trends in order to better help detect them. In this paper Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance professionals will learn:

* How criminal activities such as human trafficking and organized crime are leading to complex money laundering problems;
* About the increased pressure and substantial fines state and federal regulators are applying to non-compliant financial institutions;
* How next generation, anti-money laundering technology can help uncover complex money laundering scenarios.

Finally, the white paper ( http://information.verafin.com/LP=11?CID=701C0000000cVDc ) outlines three complex money laundering scenarios that offer insight into how criminals involved in complex criminal activities attempt to clean their illegal funds. Each scenario also illustrates how Verafin’s advanced, next generation analytics generate clear and relevant alerts that present information in a visual, easy-to-understand format. All alerts are scored based on their risk to the financial institution and contain evidence indicating the nature of the suspicious activity, letting users act quickly to stop destructive activity.

Verafin is an award-winning and intelligent solution that combines fraud detection and anti-money laundering (AML), while providing complete visibility into customer activity, ensuring comprehensive compliance reporting. Easy to use and implement, it is the only solution in the financial services industry that combines fraud detection, anti-money laundering, and regulatory reporting with behavior-based customer monitoring technology in a single platform.

About Verafin:
Verafin is a leader in anti-money laundering and fraud detection solutions for financial institutions, with over 650 customers that span nearly 60 core processing systems and a broad asset range. Verafin helps financial institutions comply with the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, and FACTA regulations, while also helping to protect against fraud. Verafin is the exclusive provider of BSA/AML and fraud detection software for the California Bankers Association ( http://www.calbankers.com ), Massachusetts Bankers Association ( http://www.massbankers.org ), CUNA Strategic Services ( http://www.cunastrategicservices.com ) and 40 credit union leagues and associations in the United States. For more information, visit http://www.verafin.com, email us at FRAML@verafin.com or call 1-866-781-8433.

© 2011 Verafin Inc. All rights reserved.

Press & Media Contact:
Victor Cruz
MediaPR.net, Inc
St. John’s, NL
(401) 349-3369
vcruz@mediapr.net

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GuardTime Identified as Top Emerging Cloud Security Vendor

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GuardTime is the creator of the patented Keyless Signatures™ technology used to validate the world’s data for applications such as secure cloud archiving.

Singapore, April 28, 2011 — Industry trade journal Datamation today published an article listing “7 Cloud Computing Security Emerging Vendors” and citing GuardTime as one of the “emerging vendors attempting to make the cloud every bit as secure – or more so – than on-premise computing.”

GuardTime ( http://www.guardtime.com ) is the creator of the patented Keyless Signatures™ technology used to validate the world’s data for applications such as secure cloud archiving.

Reporter Jeff Vance wrote, “What VeriSign has done for website trust; GuardTime seeks to do for cloud-based trust. GuardTime has created a keyless signature technology that secures critical data in the cloud and maintains extensive mathematical proof that data integrity is intact. GuardTime’s Keyless Signature is a system of software-generated, automated verification based on mathematics, which frees IT from the burdens of key management.”

Vance continued, “Why [is GuardTime] an up-and-comer? Regulatory requirements centered on privacy and data integrity are issues for nearly every industry now, and verifiably clean data goes a long way towards ensuring compliance. This is a big horizontal market, and GuardTime is already cashing in with such customers as Brother Industries, which manufactures multi-function printers using GuardTime integration. GuardTime has partnered with Joyent to deliver the first cloud stack with keyless signature integration.”

In summary, Vance wrote, “GuardTime also earned some cyber-security street cred through adventures in Estonia, a country where 97% of banking transactions are done online and there’s plenty to learn about next-generation security.”

GuardTime’s Keyless Signatures help organizations convert the trust relationship between their business operations and their data to one based on proof. Around the globe, hardware manufacturers, Telco operators, cloud service providers, banks, legal entities, and insurance companies are using the GuardTime service to make the electronic world a safer place.

A full copy of the Datamation article can be found at:http://bit.ly/flCDTM.

About GuardTime:
A Red Herring Global 100 Winner and Frost & Sullivan Product Innovation Award Winner, GuardTime was founded with the goal of solving one of the biggest problems in computing: trust. GuardTime’s Keyless Signatures™ provide proof of data integrity, signing authority, and time. The verification of the signature can be done offline and does not rely on keys, secrets, or the existence of a trusted third party. GuardTime’s mission is to change the world to one where keyless signatures are ubiquitous and a natural part of the everyday data lifecycle, whether on disk, in transit or in the cloud.

Visit http://www.guardtime.com for more information about using Keyless Signatures for signing data.

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MediaPR.net Inc
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http://www.guardtime.com

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Currency Transaction Reporting for Dummies® Book Launched

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Verafin offers banks and credit unions a step-by-step guide to filing, automating, and simplifying CTRs.

St. John’s, NL, April 27, 2011 — Verafin Inc. ( http://www.verafin.com ), a leading provider of compliance, anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud detection software, today announced the release of Currency Transaction Reporting for Dummies®, Verafin Limited Edition. This complimentary pocketbook was created for BSA/AML compliance and risk management professionals, offering detailed instructions on how to complete the form and guidance on how an automated system can improve what is arguably one of the most important regulatory tasks required by the federal government. A currency transaction report is filed by financial institutions to FinCEN to report currency (cash or coin) transactions over $10,000 conducted by, or on behalf of, one person, as well as multiple currency transactions that aggregate to be over $10,000 in a single day.

“One of the things Verafin strives to achieve is to provide valuable information to our BSA compliance professional community. From our product, to services like our Dummies series of pocketbooks, we are committed to helping people not only work more efficiently, but gain insight through new channels,” said Joe Cordo, Vice President of Marketing at Verafin. “CTR for Dummies is the first in our series, and it has already seen hundreds of downloads. We look forward to continuing this new learning initiative with our future books, including FRAML for Dummies, due out later this summer.”

Currency Transaction Reporting for Dummies®, Verafin Limited Edition provides people involved in a financial institution’s day-to-day compliance operations with a handy reference guide that not only helps answer any questions about CTR filing, but also allows them to gain a better understanding of FinCEN form 104. The book is divided into five parts, taking the reader from a better understanding of anti-money laundering regulations, the CTR form, and how to recognize tricky situations, on to the benefits of automations and best practices when evaluating automated solutions. Complimentary copies are available for a limited time online: http://www.verafin.com/ctr-dummies-pr

About Verafin:
Verafin is a North American leader in anti-money laundering and fraud detection solutions for financial institutions, with over 650 customers that span nearly 60core processing systems and a broad asset range. Verafin helps financial institutions comply with the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, and FACTA regulations, while also helping to protect against fraud. Verafin is the exclusive provider of BSA/AML and fraud detection software for the California Bankers Association, ( http://www.calbankers.com ) Massachusetts Bankers Association, ( http://www.massbankers.org ) CUNA Strategic Services ( http://www.cunastrategicservices.com ) and 40 credit union leagues and associations in the United States. For more information, visit http://www.verafin.com, email us at FRAML@verafin.com or call 1-866-781-8433.

© 2011 Verafin Inc. All rights reserved.

Press & Media Contact:
Victor Cruz
MediaPR.net, Inc
St. John’s, NL
(401) 349-3369
vcruz@mediapr.net

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First Edition Design Educates Business Public on Mobile Technology

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New, free on-line information resource is now available worldwide for businesses.

Sarasota, FL, April 26, 2011 — Sarasota, Florida based First Edition Design, Inc. ( http://www.firsteditiondesign.com ) has created a free access Learning Center for small businesses. The Learning Center shows the difference between mobile websites and mobile-phone apps, explains technology vocabulary and illustrates demographics and powerful statistics about cell-phone user habits.

The dynamic Learning Center information system walks viewers through the value of Social Networking for small business and backs it up with data. Most importantly, it educates the viewer on the power of engaging mobile-device users and converting them into clients. To enter the Learning Center, visitors log on to the First Edition Design website, http://www.firsteditiondesign.com and select the Learning Center link on the homepage. The link opens an easy to follow registration page. A bonus, in the form of free downloadable reports about trends, statistics and marketing through mobile- devices, is included for visitors who watch the nine-minute presentation.

First Edition Design’s CEO Deborah E. Gordon stated, “We want small-business owners to understand that they can very affordably send a clear signal to their customers and potential customers about being in step with mobile marketing. Our new offer of zero-down, zero-interest financing speaks to the fact that we understand the needs of small business. This will allow many to make the jump to mobile-phone marketing. Marketing through mobile-device technology is no longer in the future-it’s here now. Those who don’t get on board will be left behind.”

First Edition Design, Inc., a licensed Apple developer, specializes in development of websites, mobile websites and phone apps for Apple iPhone, Droid and Blackberry. To insure that small businesses are reaching the widest possible audience, their mobile websites are compatible on over 4,500 platforms. First Edition Design’s client list also includes Fortune 500 companies and government agencies.

Press & Media Contact:
Deborah E. Gordon
First Edition Design, Inc
PO Box 20217
Sarasota, FL 34276
Tel: 941-921-2607
Fax: 617-249-1694
dgordon@firsteditiondesign.com
http://www.firsteditiondesign.com

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CCTV Surveillance Helps Restaurants, Pizzerias and other Eateries Save Money

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April 24, 2011 – Recent statistics analysis show that the urban businesses and also eateries such as pizzerias, ice cream parlors, coffee shops and even traditional restaurants are the ones most advantaged by having surveillance cameras or security systems installed. Moreover, it seems that owning any kind of eatery business and having surveillance cameras installed is the new trend for those who want their enterprise to see the fastest growing profit rates. Entrepreneurial experts say that a business has nothing to lose, but, on the contrary, everything to gain from investing in a CCTV surveillance system.

The method through which CCTV surveillance cameras help companies save money works on three flanks at once. First of all, the productivity of the employees will be maximized as they know they are not allowed to waste time even in the absence of a manager or supervisor. Secondly, the inventory losses will be minimized or completely eradicated. Last, but not least, burglars and shop-lifters will be discouraged to attempt to harm your business by vandalizing your store or eatery. By making use of surveillance cameras which enforce these three actions, one can be sure that the well-being of one’s enterprise is ensured and the company is safe and sound.

The CCTV surveillance is a protection method used by entire cities, such as London or Chicago. The system has been perfected over the course of the years and now boasts technological developments such as infrared (IR) cameras, bullet-proof cameras, full remote camera viewing and playback. However, many security companies use low end, discount products that are sold at high-end prices in order to fool people into thinking they will benefit from state-of-the-art CCTV surveillance cameras.

If you are tired of discount companies and frauds, put an end to the risks your company and family may be facing and contact Elite Protection Services, one of the top companies which provide Maryland surveillance cameras for large sized and entry level businesses alike.

About Elite Protection Services

Elite Protection Services is the company which offers 24/7 protection and high-quality Maryland CCTV surveillance for companies and individual homes in this state. The Columbia, Maryland based Elite Protection Services is an authorized Vector security dealer and it provides top notch quality services to clients who request them.

One of the great things about benefiting from Maryland surveillance cameras services is that any client is given the possibility to own their security systems, meaning that these are not leased to them. Elite Protection Services specializes in Maryland CCTV surveillance, but also Intrusions and Access Control. You will never have to preoccupy yourself with thoughts about the safety of your home or business, as Elite Protection Services offers protection and surveillance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you are worried that you already have a security system or wish to install one, but you do not have a traditional phone line, you can rest assured because all your burdens will be lifted by Elite Protection Services. While there is no need for a phone line in order to benefit from the best Maryland CCTV surveillance and security, you should also be aware that we can take over your old security system, which we can manage, control and monitor for a low fee. Moreover, you do not have to compromise other things that ensure the happiness of your family for professional Maryland surveillance cameras, as Elite Protection Services offers services at their best value, keeping them cost effective and affordable.

For more information about our products and services, visit our website or use the contact details listed below: www.myelitepros.com

Elite Protection Services
5430 Lynx Lane #182
Columbia, MD 21044
Telephone: 800-536-0010
Email: TWinter@myelitepros.com

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Alarm Security Systems Are now Earthquake-Proof Too

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April 23, 2011 – In the light of the recent events which have affected Japan, everyone is concerned with getting a home security system whose performances will not be affected by natural phenomena such as an earthquake. As the whole world has become concerned with the operational capabilities of their home and office security systems, recent technological developments have brought to light the features that everyone expected.

International Building Code seismic certification can now be achieved by home security systems. For certain geographical areas, this seismic certification is required by law from all security companies, emergency services and other essential facilities.

The seismic kits are compatible with any kind of security systems, such as burglar alarms or fire alarms and they are provided by installers with a competitive edge for clients who wish to have everything in running order even in the unfortunate event of an earthquake. Because they are easy to install, the seismic kits can be adapted to any circumstances and to the control panel of every security systems.

Although the seismic kits have been initially designed for facilities which needed to remain operational even after extreme “environmental load” from an earthquake, such as hospitals, police stations, emergency shelters, 911 communication and data centers, power generating units, deposits of highly-toxic materials, national defense buildings, water treatment facilities or aviation control towers, nowadays, even home security systems can receive seismic certification. For a security system to be certified according to the International Building Code, it needs to remain online and functional after a series of lengthy shake tests performed in the presence of witnesses from the Certified Seismic Qualification Agency.

One of the most professional companies which can provide seismic certified Maryland home security systems is Elite Protection Services. Elite Protection Services offers the Maryland security systems which meet the International Building Code requirements and standards without charging you more than you can afford.

About Elite Protection Services

Elite Protection Services is a trustworthy and professional Maryland authorized dealer for Vector security systems. This company offers services which have ensured the position of Elite Protection Services among the top 10 enterprises in this operational field. Also, we are members of the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA), a prestigious association which sets the highest standards in central station monitoring.

The Maryland security systems installed by Elite Protection Services are in charge of the protection of businesses and individuals alike, no matter the circumstances. Moreover, even if you already have a Maryland home security system, we can activate and monitor it for a small fee. Furthermore, all our services are cost-effective and reliable, so that they can be of use to as many families and companies as possible. With Elite Protection services and the Maryland security systems we offer, you will never have to fear about not doing your best to protect your home and family or your business and employees. Get the best Maryland security systems offered only by the best Mid-Atlantic provider which is dedicated to catering to all your safety needs and requirements, Elite Protection Services.

For more information about our products and services, visit our website or use the contact details listed below: www.myelitepros.com

Elite Protection Services
5430 Lynx Lane #182
Columbia, MD 21044
Telephone: 800-536-0010
Email: TWinter@myelitepros.com

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LED Floodlights For Different Purposes Available At Steel City Lighting Direct

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April 20, 2011 – If you are looking for high quality LED Floodlights for both domestic and commercial purposes, you should opt for some of the top notch models available at the Steel City Lighting Direct online portal. The official spokesperson for the company speaks about the customer demands with his comment “There has been a rise in the demand for commercial grade lighting over the years. People want different lighting systems that have a bright illumination and high power while being energy efficient and environment friendly at the same time. We make sure that our range of LED lighting can adhere to all these qualities, so your requirements can be fulfilled.”

The spokesperson also discusses other products as he says “Apart from retail and security applications, we specialize in Office Lighting equipment for various firms and concerns. There are a variety of recessed, suspended or modular lights that are based on direct and indirect fittings. These lights are fully compliant with theLG7 lighting guide to provide an efficient office solution. The lights that are used as a part of Office Lighting utilize high powered T5 lamps and high frequency control gear to make them energy saving as well as prepare them for the standard dawn to dusk operation.”

Highlighting the Steel City Lighting advantage, the spokesperson says “Here at SCL Direct, we believe that quality products should always be your first preference. Our lights can be used for a variety of purposes and use durable builds combined with advanced optics for the best features. All of them are highly energy efficient and can provide you with a greater sense of reliability based on their operation. You can get the latest products under one roof and under affordable prices as we make sure that everyone can make use of premium products, even under a budget.” He ends the keynote, saying that “If you want to know more about our online purchase options and product details, you can visit our website at http://www.scldirect.co.uk and get the best LED Floodlights for your requirements.”

Address* : Unit R5 Sheaf Bank Business Park
Zip* : S20 2DW
City* : Sheffield
Email* : info@scldirect.co.uk
Phone Number* : 0114 321 8635

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Get Smartest Route with Route Planner

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TomTomrouteplanner.info, 04.25.11- Tom Tom Route Planner displays the smartest routes to you. Tom Tom offers different types of products to their customers. Tom Tom Route Planner is a fully touch screen capable with the HD visual. It comes with five full inches of presentable display and has pinch zoom on the area of directions. You can connect this device to its mount by magnetically, so that it reduces the chances of the device falling out of the holder.

TomTomrouteplanner.info gives the information about the different products offered by Tom Tom. They are portable car navigations, built-in car navigations, bike navigations, mobile navigations, accessories and a GPS stopwatch. All these products come with exceeding technology standards. You can also track anyone while they are riding bike or running. You can download this application on your cellular device and navigate.

You can purchase Tom Tom Route Planner devices from Tom Tom website or Best buy, Wal-Mart, Office Depot, Staples or even an outlet store. Car navigation system is very cheap when compared to the other devices. It ranges from ninety-nine dollars to three hundred dollars. Tom Tom Route Planner automatically use the latest maps. Now Tom Tom released new version that is beta version of a new route planner website. With the beta version you can get live traffic information and plan routes using IQ Routes data.

TomTomrouteplanner.info gives the information about the Tom Tom Route Planner that offers door to door with IQ route data and HD. Now it is available in six languages, are English, French, German, Dutch, Italian and Spanish. With this device, driver can view the process around him and can be aware of it. Due to the advance technology, Tom Tom allows their navigation system to be available on current Apple products. There are high expectations for new creations with the team work between Tom Tom and Apple.

About TomTomrouteplanner.info

TomTomrouteplanner.info provides reviews about the Tom Tom Route Planner. It is one of the most visited website. Detailed information about the various types of the Tom Tom Route Planner and its benefits can be obtained from this website.

For more information visit: http://www.tomtomrouteplanner.info

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Download your favorite drivers from Driver-Assist.info

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April 23, 2011 – A device driver is small computer software that acts like a user manual which tells the computer’s operating system how to use the device effectively. Without the correct drivers, all the devices in a computer will be totally useless.

More often than not, we find that we have lost the installation CD/DVD of the device or we are faced with a situation where the drivers have become outdated. It takes a lot of time, effort and a certain amount of ingenuity to locate the correct drivers that we need on the internet.

Driver-Assist.info can help us find out the latest drivers that we need for our computer. The site has a large database of information regarding the latest and updated version of device drivers that are released by various manufacturers for their devices.

Information is updated regularly and you will find that Driver-Assist.info gives us valuable information like the latest version of the driver, for which operating system it is compatible with, what the installation completion rate is, and where we can find the driver download.

At the site, we will easily be able to find the driver we are looking for. Should we have any difficulty, Driver-Assist.info will answer any queries we may have promptly after we submit it on their ‘contact us’ page.

Most device manufacturers driver update, drivers for their devices but they rarely make any announcements. We are usually left to our own devices on how to locate the manufacturer’s website and wade through all the information their site contains to find the updated version of the device driver we need.

Driver-Assist.info has a complete list of all the latest updated device drivers that our computers need to function at its highest level of performance. The site makes finding the correct driver easier and much more convenient.

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City: San Francisco
Country: USA
Phone: 078412341234
Email: info@driver-assist.info