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Casero is a Canadian company that specializes in providing white-label and web 2.0 services to telecommunications service providers and multiple system operators. Its offerings include personal media management solutions, such as Casero Vault, which enables subscribers to back up, organize, and share their personal memories and files. By utilizing Casero's service delivery platform, network operators can swiftly deploy value-added services, enhancing their subscribers' digital lifestyles. The company partners with major telecommunications players in Canada, including Bell Canada and British Telecom, to deliver these innovative services.

VoluBill S.A. is a provider of real-time monitoring, control, and charging software tailored for communication providers. Founded in 2001 and based in Montbonnot Saint Martin, France, with additional offices in Europe and Asia, the company specializes in solutions for fixed, mobile, and fixed mobile convergent operators. VoluBill's product offerings include CHARGE-IT, which facilitates real-time on-the-network convergent charging and control for data services; CHARGE-IT Service Controller, a platform for network charging, control, and policy enforcement; and CHARGE-IT Dynamic Charging Platform, which supports various charging models such as pre-pay, post-pay, and now-pay for data services.

World Wide Packets, Inc. is a manufacturer of communications network equipment based in Spokane Valley, Washington. Established in 1999, the company specializes in providing carrier Ethernet products and solutions designed for the delivery of various services, including Internet protocol television, voice over Internet protocol, and virtual private LAN service. Its product offerings include LightningEdge service access, service concentrators, and Ethernet switches, which facilitate the simultaneous transmission of voice, data, and video to both business and residential subscribers. Additionally, World Wide Packets provides a software infrastructure solution known as the LightningEdge operating system, along with support services such as professional training and customer support. The company serves a diverse clientele that includes carriers, multiple system operators, municipal and utility networks, real estate developers, homeowner associations, and service providers. As of 2008, World Wide Packets operates as a subsidiary of CIENA Corp.

PhyFlex Networks is a business services software and broadband access company that creates new business models for cable operators through its True Broadband solution. True Broadband includes a comprehensive software suite for the creation, provisioning, and management of end-to-end broadband services dynamically and on demand.

Empower Interactive Group is a London-based company that specializes in developing and marketing service-centric messaging solutions for mobile operators globally. Founded in 2000, the company provides tools that enable clients to provision, bill, and manage high-volume SMS and MMS applications. Its offerings include advanced features such as intelligent SMS/MMS routing, flexible filtering, spam control, and dynamic message storage and forwarding. These solutions are designed to enhance existing network infrastructures, allowing operators to introduce new revenue-generating messaging services more efficiently and at a lower cost. Empower Interactive's innovative products are utilized by many leading telecommunications operators, enhancing their messaging capabilities and overall service delivery. The company also has regional offices in Johannesburg, Paris, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Manila.

World Wide Packets, Inc. is a manufacturer of communications network equipment based in Spokane Valley, Washington. Established in 1999, the company specializes in providing carrier Ethernet products and solutions designed for the delivery of various services, including Internet protocol television, voice over Internet protocol, and virtual private LAN service. Its product offerings include LightningEdge service access, service concentrators, and Ethernet switches, which facilitate the simultaneous transmission of voice, data, and video to both business and residential subscribers. Additionally, World Wide Packets provides a software infrastructure solution known as the LightningEdge operating system, along with support services such as professional training and customer support. The company serves a diverse clientele that includes carriers, multiple system operators, municipal and utility networks, real estate developers, homeowner associations, and service providers. As of 2008, World Wide Packets operates as a subsidiary of CIENA Corp.

VoluBill S.A. is a provider of real-time monitoring, control, and charging software tailored for communication providers. Founded in 2001 and based in Montbonnot Saint Martin, France, with additional offices in Europe and Asia, the company specializes in solutions for fixed, mobile, and fixed mobile convergent operators. VoluBill's product offerings include CHARGE-IT, which facilitates real-time on-the-network convergent charging and control for data services; CHARGE-IT Service Controller, a platform for network charging, control, and policy enforcement; and CHARGE-IT Dynamic Charging Platform, which supports various charging models such as pre-pay, post-pay, and now-pay for data services.

Casero is a Canadian company that specializes in providing white-label and web 2.0 services to telecommunications service providers and multiple system operators. Its offerings include personal media management solutions, such as Casero Vault, which enables subscribers to back up, organize, and share their personal memories and files. By utilizing Casero's service delivery platform, network operators can swiftly deploy value-added services, enhancing their subscribers' digital lifestyles. The company partners with major telecommunications players in Canada, including Bell Canada and British Telecom, to deliver these innovative services.

Digital Bridge specializes in owning and operating communications infrastructure companies that generate strong recurring cash flow. With a leadership team boasting over 100 years of combined experience in the sector, the company focuses on various sub-asset classes within communications infrastructure, including tower and rooftop antenna site ownership, data center management, fiber and backhaul services, cloud storage, and small cell, distributed antenna systems, and WiFi. Digital Bridge is dedicated to building a robust portfolio that supports the increasing demand for reliable communication services.

uReach Technologies specializes in converged communications messaging and specialty calling solutions for broadband, fixed-line, and mobile carriers globally. The company offers a unified messaging platform that allows subscribers to send and retrieve voice, fax, and email messages through a single interface, accessible from mobile phones, fixed network phones, and personal computers. Their technology is designed to facilitate seamless communication by enabling call routing to alternative destinations, ensuring that users can stay connected regardless of their location.

SurfKitchen is a mobile software company renowned for its On Device Portal (ODP) software, which facilitates the efficient discovery and access of mobile content on devices. This technology enhances the user experience by providing a straightforward and engaging interface for accessing mobile applications and services. Additionally, SurfKitchen develops access management solutions aimed at assisting mobile operators and their partners in navigating the challenges of discoverability, usability, and fulfillment that often accompany the deployment of mobile internet applications on mainstream devices. Through its innovative software, SurfKitchen plays a pivotal role in improving how users interact with mobile content.

World Wide Packets, Inc. is a manufacturer of communications network equipment based in Spokane Valley, Washington. Established in 1999, the company specializes in providing carrier Ethernet products and solutions designed for the delivery of various services, including Internet protocol television, voice over Internet protocol, and virtual private LAN service. Its product offerings include LightningEdge service access, service concentrators, and Ethernet switches, which facilitate the simultaneous transmission of voice, data, and video to both business and residential subscribers. Additionally, World Wide Packets provides a software infrastructure solution known as the LightningEdge operating system, along with support services such as professional training and customer support. The company serves a diverse clientele that includes carriers, multiple system operators, municipal and utility networks, real estate developers, homeowner associations, and service providers. As of 2008, World Wide Packets operates as a subsidiary of CIENA Corp.

PhyFlex Networks is a business services software and broadband access company that creates new business models for cable operators through its True Broadband solution. True Broadband includes a comprehensive software suite for the creation, provisioning, and management of end-to-end broadband services dynamically and on demand.

Sylantro Systems specializes in providing software solutions for telecommunications service providers, enabling them to deliver hosted Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) applications and services to a variety of customers, including businesses and consumers. Its flagship platform, Synergy, is designed for carriers, allowing them to quickly launch a range of high-value telephony services, such as IP Trunking and hosted PBX solutions. In addition to its core software offerings, Sylantro also provides maintenance services, training, installation, and consulting to support telecom carriers and application service providers in delivering outsourced business communication services.

Sylantro Systems specializes in providing software solutions for telecommunications service providers, enabling them to deliver hosted Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) applications and services to a variety of customers, including businesses and consumers. Its flagship platform, Synergy, is designed for carriers, allowing them to quickly launch a range of high-value telephony services, such as IP Trunking and hosted PBX solutions. In addition to its core software offerings, Sylantro also provides maintenance services, training, installation, and consulting to support telecom carriers and application service providers in delivering outsourced business communication services.

Digital Bridge specializes in owning and operating communications infrastructure companies that generate strong recurring cash flow. With a leadership team boasting over 100 years of combined experience in the sector, the company focuses on various sub-asset classes within communications infrastructure, including tower and rooftop antenna site ownership, data center management, fiber and backhaul services, cloud storage, and small cell, distributed antenna systems, and WiFi. Digital Bridge is dedicated to building a robust portfolio that supports the increasing demand for reliable communication services.

ProQuent Systems Corporation, based in Marlborough, Massachusetts, specializes in developing mobile multiple-services switching platforms for the telecommunications industry. The company designs and produces telecommunications equipment that enables wireless phone operators to enhance their services, including various billing options for customers accessing the Internet through mobile devices such as cell phones, personal digital assistants, or laptops. ProQuent also offers content inspection solutions that help operators manage and enforce mobile network policies on IP traffic within their networks. Founded in 2000 as Avian Communications, Inc., the company rebranded to ProQuent Systems Corporation in 2003 before being acquired by Bytemobile, Inc.

Q-go is a global leader in next-generation online customer service, specializing in SaaS-based solutions for various industries, including financial services, airlines, and telecommunications. The company's innovative software is designed to enhance customer interactions across multiple platforms, such as websites, call centers, mobile devices, and virtual assistants. Utilizing advanced semantic technology and industry-specific domain dictionaries, Q-go's solution allows customers to ask questions in their own words, efficiently understanding and responding to inquiries with high accuracy. This approach not only improves the quality of customer experiences but also guarantees a return on investment within six months. With a strong client portfolio that includes major brands like Air France-KLM, ING, and Deutsche Telekom, Q-go is headquartered in Amsterdam and operates additional offices in several key cities worldwide. Founded in 1999, Q-go continues to drive significant improvements in self-service capabilities and customer insight for its clients.

Digital Bridge specializes in owning and operating communications infrastructure companies that generate strong recurring cash flow. With a leadership team boasting over 100 years of combined experience in the sector, the company focuses on various sub-asset classes within communications infrastructure, including tower and rooftop antenna site ownership, data center management, fiber and backhaul services, cloud storage, and small cell, distributed antenna systems, and WiFi. Digital Bridge is dedicated to building a robust portfolio that supports the increasing demand for reliable communication services.

NetSanity Inc., creators of preference management software solutions for wireless telecommunications carriers.

Eftia OSS Solutions, Inc. provides operations support systems software to the telecommunications industry. It offers provisioning solutions, including service order management, and inventory, maintenance, and telephone number administration to enable telecommunications services providers to automate back office functions. The company was formed in 1997 and is based in Ottawa, Canada with additional offices in North America. Eftia was successfully sold to a global software aggerator.

Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a provider of wireless broadband access solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Our solutions enable the mobile workforce to increase productivity, improve operational efficiencies and maintain a competitive edge. Novatel Wireless delivers a broad range of high-quality, 3G wireless PC cards, ExpressCards, USB modems, embedded modules, fixed and mobile terminal solutions and communication software to wireless network operators, distributors, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and vertical markets worldwide. Our solutions provide mobile marketplace with secure and convenient high-speed access to corporate, public and personal information through the Internet and enterprise networks. We also offer our extensive technical expertise to our customers to facilitate the use and integration of our products. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Novatel Wireless has been issued 30 technology patents and has established partnerships with leading telecom operators, infrastructure providers and device manufacturers around the world. Novatel Wireless is listed on NASDAQ: NVTL.

Onscan Inc., a wireless Internet solutions company incubated by Infosys Technologies Limited

RangeStar Wireless specializes in the development of advanced wireless communication devices, focusing on innovative antenna technology. The company offers high-performance embedded antenna design solutions tailored for wireless customers, particularly in the mobile, notebook, and computer markets. RangeStar's patented antenna technology addresses the evolving needs of handset developers by enhancing performance while reducing weight and size. This commitment to innovation allows customers to accelerate their time to market with cost-effective, reliable products that meet the demands of both current and next-generation wireless applications.

Webraska is the worldwide provider of wireless navigation, mapping and traffic information services and technologies.

Hyperchip (www.Hyperchip.com) is the Petabit Routing Company. Founded in 1997, Hyperchip is a privately held company funded by Siemens, Argo Global Capital (backed by the worlds leading telcos) and TechnoCap, Montreal's leading net-focused venture fund. The company is headquartered in Montreal. All financial figures included in this press release are cited in Canadian dollars. Hyperchip and the Petabit Routing Company are trademarks of Hyperchip Inc. Other trademarks identified in this release are the property of their respective companies.

Chameleon Systems is a privately held fabless semiconductor company that designs, markets and sells programmable system-on-a-chip solutions for the communications electronics markets. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has developed the industry´s first reconfigurable communications processor (RCP)--an ideal solution for data-intensive Internet, DSP, wireless basestations, voice compression, software-defined radio, and other high-performance embedded telecom and datacom applications. The Chameleon RCP solution allows data and telecom equipment vendors to create customized communications signal processors to increase performance and channel count, more quickly adapt to new requirements and standards, reduce time-to-market, lower development costs and reduce risk.

Morphics Technology, Inc. is a communications systems company specializing in wireless signal processors (WSPs) and intellectual property (IP) cores for base stations and terminal devices. The company leverages its expertise in communications theory, digital signal processing, computer architecture, and silicon engineering to deliver high-performance signal processing solutions that offer flexibility and scalability for next-generation wireless networks. Morphics provides efficient off-the-shelf WSPs designed to meet the cost-reduction demands of 3G base station manufacturers, enabling scalable baseband processing with exceptional channel density. These programmable WSPs allow equipment vendors to incorporate proprietary features for enhanced radio-link and network performance, while also supporting various leading 3G wireless standards.

Clustra Systems, Inc. develops database software and data management solutions for telecommunication, mobile data, Internet infrastructure, and e-commerce database applications. The company offers clustered and high-availability databases that are required by telecoms and service providers. Clustra Systems, Inc. provides data servers that enable online applications to provide online services to customers. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Oakland, California.