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Valicore Joins Trusted Computing Group

Valicore to contribute security technologies knowledge to TCG that advances hardware-enabled trusted computing

SANTA ANA, Calif. - October 4, 2005 - Valicore Technologies, the security experts for embedded systems, today announced that it has joined the Trusted Computing Group (TCG), an industry standards body whose specifications help vendors build products that let users protect critical data and information. As part of TCG, Valicore will help develop standards and implement solutions for mobile and embedded security.

"The Trusted Computing Group is pleased to recognize Valicore as one of its industry leading partners," said Brian Berger, chair, Trusted Computing Group's marketing work group. "With Valicore's experience in embedded security it will add value to the development of future TCG specifications and open standards in this area."

Valicore delivers applied cryptographic solutions for embedded system security and authentication applications. Its services range from design and development of hardware and software systems to project management and documentation.

Valicore Joins Trusted Computing Group

"The Trusted Platform Module standard as developed by TCG is gaining rapid acceptance in the desktop world for robust hardware based security." said Greg Powell, President and CEO at Valicore. “Extensions currently being developed for mobile and embedded systems are logical extensions of the TPM concept and are essential to address security and privacy concerns posed by the proliferation of device interconnections. We are pleased to be working with the stellar set of partners that are members of TCG."

About Valicore Technologies
Founded in 2002, Valicore Technologies, Inc. is a leading technology consulting company specializing in applied cryptographic engineering services. Valicore combines an emphasis on embedded systems applications with its deep understanding of security architectures to implement high performance, high assurance products, including compliance to the demanding requirements of FIPS 140-2 and Common Criteria. Valicore's use of its advanced planning processes and reusable scheduling frameworks ensure that the firm consistently delivers high-quality, on-time services. For more information visit the Valicore web site at www.valicore.com.

About Trusted Computing Group
TCG is a not-for-profit organization formed to develop, define, and promote open specifications for trusted computing and security technologies, including hardware building blocks and software interfaces, across multiple platforms, peripherals, and devices. TCG's primary goal is to help users protect their information assets from compromise due to external software attack and physical theft. For more information visit TCG at www.trustedcomputinggroup.org.

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