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Welcome To Stock Marketing Inc!! Have You Heard Of Us!! Sign Up Today!! SMCE,GRPR,NPDT,MGON,MRVC,LWLG(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) STOCK MARKETING INC PRESENTS : (PINKSHEETS: SMCE) SMC Recordings Inc., (OTCBB: GRPR) Grid Petroleum Corp., (OTCBB: NPDT) Newport Digital Technologies, Inc., (OTCBB: MGON) Megola, Inc., (OTCBB: MRVC) MRV Communications, Inc., (OTCBB: LWLG) Lightwave Logic, Inc. www.StockMarketingInc.com For More Information email us!! [email protected] ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (PINKSHEETS: SMCE - SMC Recordings Inc.) LATEST NEWS!! SMC Recordings Renews Contract With Fontana Proven Success Leads to Greater Support From Fontana to Expand Roster Internationally SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Aug 17, 2010 -- SMC Recordings Inc. (PINKSHEETS: SMCE) have renewed their long-term contract with Fontana, the independent marketing, sales and distribution subsidiary of Universal Music Group, the world's leading music company. After five years of increasing sales and a slew of notable releases under Fontana, SMC looks to continue down this path as one of the most successful indie Hip Hop labels under their umbrella. Thanks in large part to Fontana's unwavering support and expertise, SMC will continue to build its brand, targeting established artists to add to its roster, as well as further developing emerging artists. SMC is also delighted to announce that in partnership with Fontana, they will work with Universal Music Group International for all physical and digital releases outside of North America. 'This re-vamping of our existing agreement is extremely significant as we have proven to be a fruitful partner to Fontana. Their increased support has given us the ability to move forward with the economic stability required in pursuit of big name talent. We have enjoyed great success recently and this positions us to continue on that road," shared SMC CEO Ralph Tashjian. "Ralph and his team at SMC are true entrepreneurs in every sense of the word," added Ron Spaulding, President of Fontana. "They are real music lovers who have built a thriving business and dynamic roster. They are exactly the kind of partners we celebrate here at Fontana." SMC's current roster is a diverse mixture of seasoned Hip Hop artists as well as new talent. With some of the most successful releases to date being hip hop legend Rakim, and Southern mainstays Killer Mike and Pastor Troy. They have also taken local acts such as Bay Area rapper The Jacka who was selling modest numbers locally and catapulting him into the National market; with his last release Tear Gas landing him #4 on the Billboard Rap chart. SMC plans to aggressively expand their roster with impressive acquisitions, as well as continue to break new artists; building on an already stellar roster.With the backing of Fontana Distribution who values what SMC brings to the table and with the new Universal Worldwide Distribution; they will continue their rapid growth. www.smcrecordings.com. About SMC Recordings:Established in March of 2005, SMC Recordings is home to independent music and artists. Based in San Francisco, CA, the company's prized accomplishment is its unique philosophy of artist development, where artists are encouraged to participate with the label from inception through maintenance of their careers. This innovative structure has garnered industry veterans to join the company and aid in its growth. SMC is distributed by Fontana, the indie distribution subsidiary of Universal. It is SMC's humble regional beginnings and loyalty to their artists and their careers that will guarantee the company to always be on the precipice of creativity and expansion in the music game. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (OTCBB: GRPR - Grid Petroleum Corp.) LATEST NEWS!! Grid Petroleum Receives Updated Cohen Independent Research Review LONDON, Aug 18, 2010 -- Grid Petroleum Corp. (OTCBB: GRPR) is pleased to announce having received an updated review of a financial report by leading research company, Cohen Independent Research Inc. Cohen Independent Research has incorporated into this update, all the steps that Grid Petroleum has taken in advancing their aspirations in exploration and development. The updated review looks at the progress made by Grid Petroleum in concluding financial arrangements stating: "The Company has received an equity funding commitment of $5,000,000, which can potentially be increased to $7,500,00. This will take care of the Company's initial funding requirements and de-risk start-up related risks." The review continues: "The Company has received a drawdown of $200,000 from the recently executed financial agreement of $5,000,000-$7,500,000, as a provision for implementing the first stage of a two phase work program, bringing the total of external investment this year to $700,000." Regarding Price Index Target the report states: "The Cohen Price Index Target is calculated using 2010 Price-to-Earnings ratio (P/E), Cohen Price-to-Capital Employed ratio (P/CE), Cohen Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) method and Cohen Price Performance Index. The P/E and P/CE are based on market multiples and representative of the broader industry in which the Company operates. The Cohen Price Performance Index is representative of the post coverage performance of all stocks covered by Cohen Research and Grass Roots Research. The last component in calculating the Cohen Price Index Target is the value derived using the long-term Cohen DCF valuation approach." Based on an average of these methods, GRPR common stock retains and favorable forecast. The updated report reviews the overall objectives of Grid Petroleum: "At present, Grid Petroleum is focused on: -- Development of efficient work program to initiate activities related to commencement of operations at its assets in Jonah Prospect -- Evaluate opportunities to acquire additional acreages in prolific regions in U.S. and develop a balanced portfolio of assets -- Grid Petroleum is actively seeking new opportunities, primarily in the U.S. to acquire further assets and/or acquire percentage stakes in producing/part producing operations." The updated review moves on to assess the more immediate plans of Grid Petroleum: "Grid Petroleum's analysis of the Schlumberger report by their Chief Geological and Geophysical Advisor, Robert Murphy, has pointed to a phased development for exploration. The Company plans to undertake an in-depth research before commencing exploration activities. Through this analysis, a work program has been determined to secure the most beneficial and flexible conditions for a rapid and effective development process." As part of its summary Cohen Independent research observes: "Recent developments are exciting and highlight the long-term potential of the Company's projects. However, it would wise to continue with our initial projections as it might be too early to revise the financial forecasts. Nevertheless, further development regarding the drilling activities at the Jonah prospect will merit a revision in the financial forecasts." Paul Watts, CEO of Grid Petroleum, commented, "We are excited to have received this updated review from Cohen Independent Research. It highlights the potential of our Wyoming assets, and the steps we have undertaken to develop them in the most efficient and cost effective manner possible. We hope for continued positive news as our exploration there progresses." The updated Cohen Independent Research report is available to download from the Grid website, www.gridpetroleum.com (then follow link: Investor Resources => Reports). About Grid Petroleum Grid Petroleum Corp. (OTCBB: GRPR) is a London, UK based Independent Oil and Gas Exploration Company, with an operational office in Denver, Colorado. Grid has assets in Wyoming, neighboring the prolific Jonah Gas Field. For more information, please visit www.gridpetroleum.com. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (OTCBB: NPDT - Newport Digital Technologies, Inc.) LATEST NEWS!! Newport Digital Technologies, Inc. Commences Product Launch and Co-Marketing Campaign with Ingram Micro U.S. for LED Digital Signage Solutions NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug 19, 2010 -- Newport Digital Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: NPDT) announced today a joint marketing campaign with Ingram Micro Inc., the world's largest technology distributor, to launch NPDT's LED digital signage solutions into the U.S. IT channel. As part of these efforts, NPDT and Ingram Micro have begun a comprehensive co-marketing program aimed at educating Ingram Micro's extensive reseller base on the features and benefits of NPDT's Digital Signage products. NPDT's LED Digital Signage solutions are full featured with LED-based display signage, HD media players and content management solutions, making them ideal for the creation and delivery of signage solutions for any building, stage, sporting event or advertising application. Because of their light weight, ruggedness and high brightness levels, NPDT's Digital Signage solutions are ideal for any outdoor application and are very well suited for the rental market. NPDT's See Thru displays allow for digital signage while maintaining transparency for window mounted digital signage applications. NPDT's Digital Signage provides cost effective functionality with wireless communications over Wi-Fi and 3G or 4G networks that can deliver HD media content for many applications, remotely managing the content through a Web-based solution via a laptop or desktop computer. As a result of this ongoing marketing program, NPDT expects sales to ramp up quickly, rapidly gaining market share. The market for mobile computer devices is estimated to be $12 billion for digital signage worldwide. Don Danks, NPDT CEO, said, "We are very excited to begin the marketing, distribution and sales process of our digital signage solutions with Ingram Micro. Their extensive customer base, reseller channels and highly focused sales staff will enable us to get our digital signage solutions in front of the right customers and in turn grow awareness for our brand and products. We are eager to work closely with Ingram Micro and the IT channel at large to establish meaningful partnerships that will enable us to develop a large base of digital signage customers." About Newport Digital Technologies, Inc. Newport Digital Technologies, Inc. (NPDT) is a technology solutions driven company organized to focus on serving two of the fastest-emerging businesses in the technology space - RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) and LED Digital Signage and LED Lighting solutions. NPDT develops and delivers these technology solutions through strategic collaborations with global partners, including Taiwan industry and Taiwan's premier technology R&D incubators -- the Institute for Information Industry (III) and the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI). NPDT will customize these technology solutions and market them through Fortune 1000 channel partners and systems integrators on a worldwide basis. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (OTCBB: MGON - Megola, Inc.) LATEST NEWS!! Megola Sells Hartindo(TM) AF21, a Total Fire Inhibitor, to One of the World's Largest Textile and Chemical Manufacturers Prevents the Spread of Fire by Rendering Materials Non-Flammable POINT EDWARD, ON, Aug 18, 2010 -- Megola Inc. (OTCBB: MGON), a leading environmental solution provider, announces that after more than a year of product testing, a preliminary sale of its "Anti-Fire(TM)" product, Hartindo(TM) AF21, a water-based, non-toxic, environmentally-friendly fire inhibitor, has been sold to a USA-based company that is one of the largest textile and chemical manufacturers in the world with annual sales in excess of 3 billion dollars. "This is definitely another milestone for Megola and the Hartindo AF21 product line, as we have continued to focus our resources on getting proper industry approvals, which we hope will set new industry standards. This preliminary sales order from a very reputable company is confirmation that we truly have something special with the Hartindo product line, and supports all of our efforts to date," states Joel Gardner, CEO Megola Inc. "While the client wishes to remain anonymous at this time, we do intend to provide further updates and will identify our customer when increased sale volumes are generated," continued Gardner. Enormous Market Potential ($2.4 Billion) A 2010 Ceresana Research article reports that every year in the USA approximately 4,000 people die in fires, while over 260,000 are injured. The total loss caused by fires in the USA is approximately $250 billion, which is the equivalent of approx. 2% of the country's GDP. Such figures highlight the significance of flame retardants for the protection of lives and property. The annual consumption of flame retardants is currently over 1.5 million tonnes, which is the equivalent of a sales volume of approximately $2.4 billion. The introduction of new fire safety standards and laws has been an important and influential factor on the flame retardant market. These standards and laws will result in a further growth phase in the market and will influence the various application areas such as the plastic, textile, coating, wood and electronic industries. Due to the tightening of laws in this area, the flame retardant characteristics of thousands of products like electronic equipment, plastics, textiles and construction materials must be improved, while manufacturers must change over to environmentally-friendly types of flame retardants. Therefore, the market shares of certain organic, halogenated flame retardants are expected to decrease due to the many environmental and health problems associated with them. In addition to stricter fire safety standards, new regulations, voluntary commitments from industry, and numerous eco-labels have been introduced in the past few years. This has led to a greater demand for flame retardants and has also placed new demands on the flame retardants themselves. Hartindo Videos Video demonstrations of the effectiveness of Hartindo(TM) AF21 can be seen by visiting Megola's YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/MEGOLAinc. Non-Flammable vs Competitors Short Term Flame Resistance Unlike many current fire retardants that only resist fire for a short period of time, Hartindo(TM) AF21-treated material will not burn. Flames from untreated material will not be able to spread when they encounter Hartindo(TM) AF21-treated material, which causes a fire to be limited to the size of the initial fuel source. Some current retardant manufacturers are BASF, Chemtura, Lanxess, Sherwin-Williams Company. Non-Toxic, Environmentally Friendly Hartindo(TM) AF21 is water-based and contains a mixture of inorganic compounds and a proprietary blend of fire-inhibiting ingredients. The results of toxicity testing performed by a third-party laboratory in the U.S.A., using Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved test methods, showed that Hartindo(TM) AF21 is essentially non-toxic when ingested and non-irritating upon contact with eyes or skin. This is in stark contrast to many current fire retardants that are solvent-based, toxic and potentially irritating to eyes and skin. In fact, there is strong evidence that some of the common fire retardant chemicals used today can bioaccumulate in our bodies and can persist for many years in the environment. Applications The potential applications for Hartindo(TM) AF21 are innumerable. It can be used to treat any water-absorbent, natural material, such as cotton, linen, wool and wood, and many synthetic materials, such as polyester and some polypropylene and polystyrene products. Methods of application include spraying, dipping or padding, which can be performed onsite or during the manufacturing process. Currently, Hartindo(TM) AF21 is proving to be an important component of EcoBlu Products, Inc.'s wood protection arsenal. EcoBlu Products, Inc. (www.ecobluproducts.com) is a manufacturer of proprietary wood products coated with an eco-friendly chemistry that protects against mold, fungus, rot-decay, and wood ingesting insects, including termites. Now, with EcoBlu's FRC(TM) technology (Fire Retardant Coating), which utilizes Hartindo(TM) AF21 as a major component, their latest product formulations also protect against fire. EcoBlu products utilizing BLUWOOD(TM) and FRC(TM) technology is the ultimate in wood protection, preservation, and fire safety to building components constructed of wood; from joists, beams and paneling, to floors and ceilings. Another application where Hartindo(TM) AF21 could see significant use is in uniforms and protective clothing. Whereas some engineered materials only resist fire for several seconds, Hartindo(TM) AF21-treated material will never catch fire. Instead, a protective char is formed that prevents combustion and also protects the non-exposed side of the material from the heat source, up to 3000 degreesC (over 5400 degreesF). Thus, there is great potential in the production of lightweight, breathable, fire resistant clothing and personal protective equipment. Testing/Certifications: Hartindo(TM) AF21 meets all international standards including: -- British Standards (BTTG WIRA & LPC tested to Civil Aviation Authority CAA, UK) -- US Regulations (tested to Federal Aviation Administration - FAA, USA) -- SISIR (Singapore) -- SIRIM (Malaysia) -- BPPT (Indonesia) -- NYC Fire Department Certificate of Approval for use as a 100% Cotton, or Cotton/Polyester Blend, Flameproofing Compound (NFPA Standard 701) -- ASTM E84 (CLASS A) -- surface burning characteristics of building materials -- ASTM E84 (with Bluwood) (CLASS A) -- various types of wood products -- Douglas Fir, Southern Yellow Pine (SYP), SPF, plywood, etc... -- 16 CFR 1633 -- open flame mattress flammability test -- ASTM D 3201 -- Hygroscopicity Test(compared to Dricon (pressure-treated wood)) -- NFPA 701 -- vertical burn test; flame propagation of textiles -- NFPA 2112 -- flame resistance for protection of industrial personnel against flash fires For more info on Megola Inc., please visit www.megola.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (OTCBB: MRVC - MRV Communications, Inc.) LATEST NEWS!! MRV to Demonstrate Simplified and Provisioned Cable MSO Interconnect Solution Enabling Business Ethernet Services Company Will Showcase its OptiSwitch(R) 900 for End-to-End Ethernet Interconnect at the CableLabs Summer Conference 2010 CHATSWORTH, Calif., Aug 18, 2010 -- MRV COMMUNICATIONS, INC. (OTCBB: MRVC) today announced it will demonstrate the ability to provision end-to-end Carrier Ethernet services across multiple systems operator (MSO) networks at this year's CableLabs Summer Conference 2010. The demonstration will use the company's OptiSwitch(R) 900 intelligent Carrier Ethernet access demarcation combined with service provisioning and management system. MRV Communications, Inc. is a leading provider of optical communication and IT infrastructure management solutions to service providers and enterprises around the world. CableLabs Summer Conference showcases the latest in content and services for key technical, business, and strategic executives in the cable industry. The conference is being held Aug. 15-19 at the Keystone Resort and Conference Center in Keystone, Colorado. The Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) defined the external network-to-network interface (E-NNI) standard to address many issues related to the inter-operator handoff of Ethernet services, including a common method of handling operation, administration and maintenance (OAM), class-of-service (CoS), and service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure that service levels are maintained when traffic is transported across other networks. U.S. MSOs and international cable operators are expanding beyond their consumer television offerings into fast-growth markets of business network services and mobile backhaul networking. MSOs have been maximizing their profitability by rolling out Ethernet services backed up with SLAs. These operators have been growing the share of Ethernet services in their service offerings as evidenced by a recent Light Reading Insider report that estimates that the MSO share of the U.S. Ethernet market will rise from 20 percent to 25 percent to 30 percent in the next several years ("Cable Operators & Ethernet: Serious Business," January 2010). Another emerging trend for long-distance networks is Carrier Ethernet interconnect services across multiple MSOs, which allows these operators to share their networks under a standard interconnect arrangement and technical solution while also avoiding complex service turn-up to verify each MSO's Carrier Ethernet product and operational capabilities. In addition to its E-NNI demo, MRV's demonstration will highlight networking requirements and interface functionality at the MSO network-to-network interface (M-NNI) reference point to ensure interoperability between multiple operator metro Ethernet networks. The key elements of this demonstration are CoS mapping, standards-based Ethernet OAM and fault and alarm propagation. The demonstration will highlight industry best practices for MSO-to-MSO interconnection that extends from customer edge to Carrier Ethernet, with clear demarcation management points and end-to-end service level guarantees. "The deployment of Ethernet Services by MSOs is maturing and gaining momentum. MRV has the innovative technology combined with a field proven solution portfolio and know-how and is well positioned to enable the delivery of commercial Ethernet services that transverse multiple MSO networks. This will further accelerate the growth of Ethernet Services in the MSOs' service offerings," said Mary Jane Gruninger, Optical Communications Systems president at MRV. Earlier this year, MRV's OptiSwitch 900 was selected as the Carrier Ethernet access platform for the Advanced Global Interconnect Showcase at the Ethernet Europe Show where it demonstrated end-to-end service visibility for global Ethernet interconnects spanning multiple operators' networks across Europe. About OptiSwitch MRV's OptiSwitch(R) family is an award-winning line of compact carrier Ethernet switching platforms that range from the OptiSwitch 9000 metro Ethernet aggregation products to the OS900 demarcation series. OptiSwitch products offer service providers a full suite of carrier-grade Ethernet services along with high-availability, enhanced quality of service, security, TDM circuit emulation and Ethernet operation, administration and maintenance (OAM) support. This full suite of OAM tools creates flexible service awareness and rigid SLAs. OptiSwitch products meet IEEE, ITU, IETF standards and MEF specifications, offering complete control to simplify deployment and management while maintaining full interoperability and visibility into customer and provider networks. About MRV Communications, Inc. The Optical Communications Systems division of MRV Communications is a global provider of Carrier Ethernet, WDM transport and IT infrastructure management solutions since 1988. MRV products enable the delivery of next-generation optical transport and Carrier Ethernet services over any fiber infrastructure. Since its inception, MRV has demonstrated expertise and experience offering innovative products that address future challenges while reducing network complexity and costs. Delivering optical communication solutions to service providers and enterprise around the world, MRV operates R&D centers in North America, Europe and Asia, along with 50 support centers, and 21 sales offices around the world. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (OTCBB: LWLG - Lightwave Logic, Inc.) LATEST NEWS!! Lightwave Logic to Host Conference Call to Update Shareholders on Positive Technology Progress and Developments NEWARK, Del., Aug 18, 2010 -- Lightwave Logic, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: LWLG) a technology company focused on the development of the 'Next Generation Electro-Optic Polymer Material Platform' for applications in high speed fiber-optic data communications and optical computing, announced that the company will hold a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at 4:00PM EDT to update shareholders on positive technology progress and developments. To participate in the conference call by telephone, please dial (877) 407-0782 or (201) 689-8567 (Intl) (no pass code required). The call will also include a slide presentation which can be accessed via webcast at http://www.investorcalendar.com/IC/CEPage.asp?ID=161254 or www.lightwavelogic.com. If you are unable to participate in the live event, the webcast will be archived on the Lightwave Logic website for a period of 60 days. "Powered by Lightwave Logic" Lightwave Logic, Inc. is a development stage company that is producing prototype electro-optic demonstration devices and is moving toward commercialization of its high-activity, high-stability organic polymers for applications in electro-optical device markets. Electro-optical devices convert data from electric signals into optical signals for use in high-speed fiber-optic telecommunications systems and optical computers. Please visit the Company's website, www.lightwavelogic.com, for more information. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ About StockMarketingInc.com StockMarketingInc.com is a website that profiles stocks of interest. We are not licensed brokers or financial consultants. The information here is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed to be accurate by StockMarketingInc.com. 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