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www.PicksThatMove.com: www.PicksThatMove.com: www.PicksThatMove.com Alerts, July 1, 2009: RFMD, JAKK, CCOI, AVAV, ASYS and ADVS.
(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Picksthatmove.com Alerts include RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq: RFMD); JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK); Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CCOI); AeroVironment, Inc. (AV) (NASDAQ: AVAV); Amtech Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASYS) and Advent Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADVS)
-- Jun 30, 2009 RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq:RFMD) closed at $3.76 on a volume of 8,522,913 shares.
RFMD and U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory Announce Collaboration
RFMD and NREL to Commercialize High-Performance Photovoltaic Cells
GREENSBORO, N.C., Jul 1, 2009 -- RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq:RFMD), a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance semiconductor components, today announced it has entered into a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to develop a commercially viable and high volume-capable compound semiconductor-based process for high-performance photovoltaic (PV) cells.
About RFMD
RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq:RFMD) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance semiconductor components. RFMD's products enable worldwide mobility, provide enhanced connectivity and support advanced functionality in the cellular handset, wireless infrastructure, wireless local area network (WLAN), CATV/broadband and aerospace and defense markets. RFMD is recognized for its diverse portfolio of semiconductor technologies and RF systems expertise and is a preferred supplier to the world's leading mobile device, customer premises and communications equipment providers.
Headquartered in Greensboro, N.C., RFMD is an ISO 9001- and ISO 14001-certified manufacturer with worldwide engineering, design, sales and service facilities. RFMD is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol RFMD. For more information, please visit RFMD's web site at www.rfmd.com.
-- Jun 30, 2009 JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) closed at $12.83 on a volume of 300,837 shares.
JAKKS Pacific(R) Gives Notice to Extend WWE Videogame License; THQ Disputes Notice
MALIBU, Calif., Jul 01, 2009 -- JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) announced that it has notified World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. ("WWE") that the joint venture between THQ and JAKKS intended to exercise its option to renew the WWE videogame license, which would otherwise expire on December 31, 2009, for an additional five (5) year term ending December 31, 2014. Separately, THQ commenced a lawsuit in California Superior Court, Los Angeles County, claiming it was not ready to make a decision with respect to renewal of the WWE videogame license, and seeking a declaratory judgment that (i) JAKKS was not authorized under the parties' joint venture agreement to unilaterally issue a renewal notice to WWE, (ii) THQ has no obligation to consent to a renewal of the WWE license, and (iii) the restrictive covenant in the joint venture agreement prohibiting THQ from publishing any videogames based on wrestling during the term of the joint venture agreement (expiring one year after termination of the WWE license) is unenforceable under California law. JAKKS and THQ have also initiated arbitration proceedings relating to these issues.
About JAKKS Pacific, Inc.
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) is a leading designer and marketer of toys and consumer products, with a wide range of products that feature some of the most popular children's toy licenses in the world. JAKKS' diverse portfolio includes Action Figures, Art Activity Kits, Stationery, Writing Instruments, Performance Kites, Water Toys, Sports Activity Toys, Vehicles, Infant/Pre-School, Plush, Construction Toys, Electronics, Dolls, Dress-Up, Role Play, and Pet Toys and Accessories, sold under various proprietary brands including JAKKS Pacific(R), Play Along(R), Flying Colors(R), Creative Designs International(TM), Road Champs(R), Child Guidance(R), Pentech(R), Funnoodle(R), Go Fly a Kite(R), Color Workshop(R), JAKKS Pets(TM), EyeClops(R), Plug It In & Play TV Games(TM), Girl Gourmet(TM), Kids Only(R), Tollytots(R) and Disguise. JAKKS is an award-winning licensee of several hundred nationally and internationally known trademarks including Disney, Nickelodeon, Warner Bros., World Wrestling Entertainment, Ultimate Fighting Championship, Graco and Cabbage Patch Kids. JAKKS and THQ Inc. participate in a Joint Venture that has worldwide rights to publish and market World Wrestling Entertainment video games. For further information, visit www.jakks.com.
-- Jun 30, 2009 Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CCOI) closed at $8.15 on a volume of 188,798 shares.
Cogent Communications CEO to Present at RBC Capital Markets' 2009 Technology, Media & Communications Conference
WASHINGTON, June 1, 2009 -- Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CCOI), one of the largest Internet service providers in the world, today announced that Dave Schaeffer, Cogent's chief executive officer, will present at the RBC Capital Markets' 2009 Technology, Media & Communications Conference at 11:00 a.m. PT, June 10th. The conference is being held at the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco.
About Cogent Communications
Cogent Communications (Nasdaq: CCOI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services in over 135 markets located in North America and Europe.
-- Jun 30, 2009 AeroVironment, Inc. (AV) (NASDAQ:AVAV) closed at $30.86 on a volume of 200,692 shares.
DARPA Awards AeroVironment Phase II Contract Extension for Nano Air Vehicle Development Program
AV Achieves Technical Milestone: Controlled Hovering Flight of NAV UAS with Two Flapping Wings
MONROVIA, Calif., Jul 01, 2009 -- AeroVironment, Inc. (AV) (NASDAQ:AVAV) was awarded a Phase II contract extension in April from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to design and build a flying prototype for the Nano Air Vehicle (NAV) program. As part of this program AV has accomplished a technical milestone never before achieved: the controlled hovering flight of an air vehicle system with two flapping wings that carries its own energy source and uses only the flapping wings for propulsion and control.
About AeroVironment, Inc. (AV)
Building on a history of technological innovation, AV designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and efficient electric energy systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. Commercial and government entities use AV's clean transportation solutions such as electric vehicle test systems and electric vehicle fast charge systems, as well as its clean energy solutions. More information about AV is available at www.avinc.com.
-- Jun 30, 2009 Amtech Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASYS) closed at $4.85 on a volume of 65,411 shares.
Amtech Appoints Dr. James Hwang to Board of Directors
Semiconductor and Solar Industry Veteran Brings Extensive Technology Expertise and Experience
TEMPE, Ariz., Jul 01, 2009 -- Amtech Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASYS), a global supplier of production and automation systems and related supplies for the manufacture of solar cells, today announced the appointment of Dr. James (Jeong Mo) Hwang, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors.
Dr. Hwang has more than 20 years of semiconductor and solar industry experience with career highlights in semiconductor device and process technologies, including crystalline silicon solar cell research and development. He has previously served in senior engineering positions with Westinghouse R&D Center and Texas Instruments, senior management positions with Simtek Corporation and Spansion, and executive management positions including VP with LG Semicon Company and Executive VP of R&D with Dongbu-Anam Semiconductor, both based in Korea. Dr. Hwang has authored and co-authored more than 30 journal and conference papers related to the semiconductor and solar cell areas. He received a Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University.
About Amtech
Amtech Systems, Inc. manufactures capital equipment, including silicon wafer handling automation, thermal processing equipment and related consumables used in fabricating solar cells and semiconductor devices. Semiconductors, or semiconductor chips, are fabricated on silicon wafer substrates, sliced from ingots, and are part of the circuitry, or electronic components, of many products including solar cells, computers, telecommunications devices, automotive products, consumer goods, and industrial automation and control systems. The Company's wafer handling, thermal processing and consumable products currently address the diffusion, oxidation and deposition steps used in the fabrication of solar cells, semiconductors, MEMS and the polishing of newly sliced silicon wafers.
-- Jun 30, 2009 Advent Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADVS) closed at $32.79 on a volume of 240,294 shares
Advent Software Recognized for 'Best Portfolio Management System'
Waters Magazine Ranks Advent as the Leader in Portfolio Management Category
SAN FRANCISCO, CA and LONDON, Jul 01, 2009 -- Advent Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADVS), a leading provider of software and services for the global investment management industry, today announced that it has been recognized by Waters magazine as having the 'Best Portfolio Management System.'
"It is an honor to be recognized by Waters magazine and our customers as the best portfolio management provider," said Stephanie DiMarco, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Advent. "Client satisfaction is our top priority and this award underscores our ongoing commitment to enhancing the breadth and depth of our solutions. More than 4,500 investment management firms worldwide depend on Advent solutions for mission-critical functions, and we remain dedicated to meeting and exceeding our clients' expectations by addressing their specific business needs and helping to give them a competitive advantage."
About Advent
Advent Software, Inc., a global firm, has provided trusted solutions to the world's financial professionals since 1983. Today firms in 60 countries rely on Advent technology to run their mission-critical operations. Advent's quality software, data, services and tools enable financial professionals to improve service and communication to their clients, allowing them to grow their business while controlling costs. Advent is the only financial services software company to be awarded the Service Capability and Performance certification for being a world-class support and services organization. For more information on Advent products visit http://www.advent.com/about/resources/demos/pr.
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