MondayJun 04, 2012 4:24 pm

Visualant, Inc. (VSUL) and Sumitomo Precision Products Ink Joint Development Agreement for Commercialization of SPM Technology

Visualant, a company engaged in color-based identification and diagnostic solutions, today announced the signing of a suite of agreements with Sumitomo Precision Products Co., Ltd. (SPP) of Japan. The agreements center on Visualant’s optical sensing and data capture technology, Spectral Pattern Matching (SPM), which Visualant develops and distributes through wholly owned subsidiary TransTech Systems Inc. SPP, a publicly listed Japanese corporation, will invest US $2.25 million into Visualant in exchange for 17,307,693 shares of restricted common shares priced at $0.13 per share. In addition, the companies have inked a one-year joint development agreement regarding the commercialization of Visualant’s SPM technology…

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MondayJun 04, 2012 4:04 pm

Ballard Power Systems, Inc. (BLDP) Announces Trial Plan for Backup Power Systems

Ballard Power Systems began the week by announcing an operational trial plan for its fuel cell backup power systems in the China Mobile telecommunications network. The company expects that successful trial activity will lead to commercial deployments of Ballard systems in the China Mobile network. The trials will focus on adaptability and durability of the fuel cell system as a widespread replacement for existing lead acid batteries located at outdoor telecom base station sites within the China Mobile network. Ballard's backup power company, Dantherm Power, is delivering a total of 50 DBX2000 backup power systems for deployment to 30 network…

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MondayJun 04, 2012 12:31 pm

International Stem Cell Corp. (ISCO) and Lifeline Skin Care

Underlying the value of stem cells in promoting health and regeneration is their versatility. Stem cells can be programmed to become many different types of cells, providing the potential for tissue regeneration and other remarkable healthcare applications. International Stem Cell Corporation, through the development of parthenogenesis, a unique process for deriving stem cells without the need for fertilized embryos, has opened the door to improved production and the potential treatment of many diseases. In addition to International Stem Cell’s ongoing research into stem cell production and the treatment of disease, the company also has a wholly-owned subsidiary, called Lifeline Skin…

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MondayJun 04, 2012 12:14 pm

Osage Exploration and Development, Inc. (OEDV) Expanded Nemaha Ridge Project in Oklahoma Spuds Third Horizontal Mississippian Well

Osage Exploration and Development has assembled a sizeable acreage footprint in domestic hydrocarbons, with an emphasis on working Horizontal Mississippian vectors in Oklahoma (in addition to the company’s majority interest in the Guaduas field in Colombia), releasing news today about their latest E&P achievement, the spudding of a third horizontal well (Davis Farms 2-5H) on the company’s 28k-acre Nemaha Ridge project in Logan County, Oklahoma. Two miles south of OEDV’s Wolf 1-29H well, the Davis Farms 2-5H (which follows fast on the heels of the drilling of its disposal well, the Davis Farms 1-5 SWD) hopes to produce initial production…

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MondayJun 04, 2012 10:47 am

Vringo, Inc. (VRNG) Video Chart for Monday, June 4, 2012

VRNG had been taking a breather after a strong run from 90 cents to $4.50. The stock has shifted gears after some profit taking and climbing again over the last two weeks, which has the stock pushing on top-end resistance. Volume picked-up on Friday, so technical traders are looking for a breakout of the resistance soon. To view the video chart, visit the following link: http://www.qualitystocks.net/videocharts Let us hear your thoughts below:

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MondayJun 04, 2012 10:45 am

ProGraming Platforms Corp. (PPTF) Addresses Unmet Needs in a Growing Industry

The computer games industry is now bigger than the U.S. music and movie industries combined. Online gaming itself is a $15 billion per year industry, and continues to grow. ProGaming Platforms, creators of a new online gaming technology that automates all accounting and allows gamers to compete worldwide, offers investors a way of getting into this rising market. The company, or rather its platform, is unique in the industry: • A patent-pending platform that addresses unmet needs of gamers and hosts • Levels the playing field, by automatically ranking and matching player based upon previous results • Provides superior gamer…

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MondayJun 04, 2012 8:00 am

Glowpoint, Inc. (GLOW) Announces Scheduling of Presentation Slot at the First Annual SeeThruEquity Small Cap Investor Conference

Glowpoint, a prominent supplier of cloud managed video services worldwide, Friday announced that it will be presenting at the first annual SeeThruEquity Small Cap Investor Conference taking place at The Cornell Club in New York, NY on June 5, 2012. Glowpoint’s Interim CFO and Senior Vice President of Corporate Development and Strategy, Tolga Sakman, will present at the conference and represent the Company during one-on-one sessions. The details for the Conference are listed below: • Date: June 5, 2012 • Time: 3:15 PM Eastern • Location: The Cornell Club, 6 East 44th Street, New York, NY • Presenter: Tolga Sakman,…

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MondayJun 04, 2012 7:58 am

Brownie’s Marine Group, Inc. (BWMG) Spammed Aggressively over Weekend

We have observed an influx of emails spamming Brownie's Marine Group from various free email accounts over the weekend. Investors should be wary of these emails, as they are completely anonymous and violate the CAN-SPAM Act established by the FTC. As of this time, the company has not provided a public comment on the issue. Stocks to avoid, due diligence, monitoring investments, key terms in investing and other related topics are covered by us in our Market Basics section. Here we give answers to basic questions regarding stock investments for both new and experienced investors. To view our Market Basics…

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SaturdayJun 02, 2012 7:50 pm

Beacon Enterprise Solutions Group, Inc. (BEAC) Aims for Strategic Client Partnerships

Founded in 2007 and headquarted in Louisville, Kentucky, Beacon Enterprise Solutions Group, together with its subsidiaries, provides high quality telecommunications and technology systems infrastructure services primarily in North America and Europe. Beacon aims to provide integrated and customized solutions to address the financial, operational, and logistical issues that accompany the current practice of a la carte and locally sourced information technology systems (ITS) services by its clients. Beacon’s service base is very wide and includes consulting, design, engineering, and installation of telecommunications and technology systems infrastructure. The company also provides professional services comprising consulting, engineering, program management, project management, construction,…

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FridayJun 01, 2012 3:43 pm

GreenWorld Development, Inc. (GREW) Inks Prelim Agreement with Investor Group for $75M Private Placement

GreenWorld Development, focused on the production of alternative energy and sustainable renewable energy sources, today announced it has entered into an agreement with a group of investors to provide a $75 million private placement facility. The company will use the proceeds to finance the acquisition and improvement of the Laurinburg, North Carolina, Wood Pellet plant, as well as to complete the development of the company's biomass and waste to energy pipeline projects. GreenWorld CEO Leo J. Heinl noted the significance of the agreement in correlation with the company’s expansion plans. "This is an important step for the company's growth and…

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