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GBDI, news is out on the new version of their site.biz.yahoo.com Thursday June 17, 8:31 am Eastern Time Company Press Release Global Business Information Directory, Inc Announces Launch of Version 2.0 of Its Business Directory SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 17, 1999--Global Business Information Directory, Inc. (''Global'')(OTC BB:GBDI - news) today announced the availability of Version 2.0 of its business search engine at www.gbid.com. Added features in this new version include the re-categorization of the underlying data, addition of a Canadian database, expansion of the industry search capability, improved page layout and pop up ''tool tips.'' Steve Carmichael, President of Global, said that ''the changes announced today form part of an ongoing process of continually upgrading our system. By so doing we are ensuring that users obtain the maximum benefits with minimum effort. We will seek to ensure that we remain in the forefront as one of the major global business directories offering significant benefits both to users and perhaps more importantly to those companies utilizing our services.'' Global has re-categorized its initial database, increasing industry category coverage from 40-50% to 80-90%. In addition the industry search capability has been increased and company name search added in order to enhance the user's ability to more effectively access the data. The addition of the Canadian database is in line with the Company's goal to be continually seeking and upgrading new data sources in order to increase its coverage both domestically and worldwide. Global Business Information Directory, Inc. is positioned as the first global geographic search engine on the Internet. The new search engine is designed to provide business with an opportunity to market themselves globally and to achieve worldwide contacts through the services of Global. Global offers full services, including website hosting, e-commerce solutions and website construction. Global Business Information Directory, Inc. is Y2K compliant. For additional information contact the company through info@gbid.com or contact Investor Relations at investments@gbid.com or 888/291-1261 This document may contain certain forward-looking information and statements concerning the Company's operations, performance and financial condition, including, in particular, the likelihood of the Company's success in developing and expanding its business. These statements are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates that are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Contact: Global Business Information Directory, Inc. Investor Relations, 888/291-1261 investments@gbid.com