TuesdayJan 26, 2010 3:51 pm

ECOtality, Inc. (ETLE.OB) Debuts Networked Software Platform for Electric Vehicles

ECOtality, Inc. in many respects could be considered the tip of the spear in the fight to create alternative solutions to fossil fuels. This Scottsdale, Arizona-based company, a leader in electric transportation and storage, revealed today the first generation of new Internet-based software suites for advanced Electric Vehicle (EV) charging. Developed by wholly-owned ETLE subsidiary Electric Transportation Engineering Corporation, or eTec, the new software will be shown later this week at the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) conference, which will be held in D.C. to coincide with the Washington Auto Show, and there is currently a demonstration of the software…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 3:46 pm

Simulated Environment Concepts, Inc.’s (SMEV.PK) Multi-Million Dollar Contract with French Company Zen & O

Simulated Environment Concepts, Inc., well-known for its innovative, full-spectrum, self-contained massage and relaxation system, the SpaCapsule, recently disclosed that the Company has secured a multi-million dollar deal with French company Zen & O to produce 250 SpaCapsules over the next four years, effectively expanding SMEV’s market into Europe. President and CEO of SMEV Dr. Ella Frenkel spoke of the contract as a “clear indication that the personal wellness industry continues to thrive globally” despite a flagging economy. Frenkel revealed this contract had been in the hopper since May 2009, requiring multiple mutual visits between the USA and France before finally…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 3:42 pm

Spectra Energy (SE) Issues 2010 Guidance on Earnings and Capex

Spectra Energy issued guidance for 2010 on earnings, dividends and planned capital expenditures. Spectrum Energy is targeting diluted earnings per share of $1.42, and a minimum dividend payout of $1.00 per share in 2010. The company plans on spending $900 million in capital expenditures on projects in 2010, and $5 billion from 2010-2014. This capital plan, if executed properly, will lead to an 8-10% compound annual growth rate in earnings from 2010 to 2012. Spectra Energy is an energy infrastructure company specializing in natural gas. The company operates gathering and processing facilities, transmission and storage assets and distribution pipelines. Spectra…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 12:22 pm

Polymet Mining Corp. (PLM) Moves Toward Palladium, Copper, Gold & Silver Mining Approvals in Near-Term Quarters

Polymet Mining Corp., a development stage base metals exploration and development company, works to discover, develop and exploit various base metals in the upper Midwestern regions of the United States. The company has found significant progress in its activities and is, for the most part, 100% owner of its properties. The company is based in Vancouver BC, Canada and recently closed its first round of financing at $10 million. $15 million remains in the company's next round of financing. To understand the advantages that the company is bringing to market one must understand the region in which it is operating.…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 12:18 pm

Artfest International, Inc. (ARTS.OB) Joins Forces with the Renowned Jumpstart Marketing Inc.

One company that is starting to catch the attention of investors is Artfest International, Inc. Artfest is a young company with a concept that brings artists, investors, private collectors and anyone with an interest in the industry of art onto the same playing field. Today, Artfest International announced that they retained the services of the prestigious New York marketing firm Jumpstart Marketing. Jumpstart Marketing strives to achieve results for its companies through a unique integrative approach to marketing, sales and consulting and have achieved major results. With close tie-in relationships to celebrity athletes and Hollywood actors alike, Jumpstart has overtook…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 11:49 am

Points International Ltd. (PTSEF.OB) Sees Rewards with Chase

Points International Ltd., the world’s leading reward program management website, has entered into an agreement with the credit card division of JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) to enhance the transfer capabilities of reward points earned through Chase’s Ultimate Rewards program. The Chase Ultimate Rewards program was started in May of 2009 as a very flexible rewards program, allowing its cardmembers to earn and redeem points without airfare blackout dates, points expirations, earning caps, or other common limitations. As part of its effort to enhance the program’s user friendliness, Chase has been working with Points International to make it easy for members…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 11:13 am

Consorteum Holdings Inc. (CSRH.OB) to Gain National Attention on Leading National Financial Radio Show

Consorteum Holdings, Inc. announced yesterday after the closing bell that its CEO, Craig Fielding, will be interviewed on the “Big Biz Show” during the first quarter of 2010, commencing with an initial interview to be announced for the current month. Conducted in a series, the interviews will be aired across the country via the CBS Radio Network, The Business Talk Radio Network and on television via the Biz Television Network. The "Big Biz Show" airs Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET., and can be viewed live on the air by visiting the web site www.bigbizshow.com Mr. Fielding…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 10:57 am

NACEL Energy Corp. (NCEN.OB) Submits Long Term Power Supply Bid to American Electric Power

NACEL Energy Corp. is one of the first publicly traded companies in America exclusively developing clean, renewable, utility-scale wind power. The company has commenced work on its latest project – Snowflake – in Arizona in addition to Leila Lake, Hedley Pointe, Blue Creek, Channing Flats and Swisher, all located in the Texas panhandle. NACEL Energy currently anticipates an aggregate 130 megawatts, or more, of new wind power generation upon their completion. The company announced today it submitted a comprehensive bid with the input of a tier-one wind turbine manufacturer for the supply of 20 megawatts of clean, renewable energy from…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 10:17 am

Brinx Resources Ltd. (BNXR.OB) and Partners Reach 100 Percent Drilling Success Rate at 09-3 Oklahoma Project

Brinx Resources, an expanding exploration and production company focused on developing North American and international oil and natural gas reserves, recently announced the successful completion of its fourth well at the 09-3 Oklahoma Project, including the drilling, logging and casing. The fourth 09-3 well was drilled to a total depth of 5,685 feet and intercepted two hydrocarbon pay zones, located within the Pennsylvania Sands, totaling approximately 34 feet. Each of the four 2009-3 Oklahoma Project wells are at various stages of completion in order to prepare for production. Leroy Halterman, president of Brinx Resources, stated, “This is an outstanding way…

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TuesdayJan 26, 2010 10:16 am

Real Estate Market Shows Improvement, but Slowly

The real estate market seems to be on the road to recovery, albeit at a slow pace. Despite a December slump, sales of previously occupied homes rose in 2009 for the first time in four years. While signs of improvement are clear, the market has not been able to match pre-recession numbers. Prices plunged more than 12 percent in 2009 -- to a median of $173,500 – which showed the housing market remains too weak to help fuel a sustained economic recovery. The poor December results reported Monday by the National Association of Realtors occurred after Congress extended the first…

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