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To: Glenn who wrote (35829)	5/4/1999 10:39:00 AM
From: IEarnedIt	Respond to of 90042

DVNT news 04/06/99 BW Gemplus Executive Joins Diversinet's Board of Directors More News... How Do I... Gemplus Executive Joins Diversinet's Board of Directors April 6, 1999 11:03 AM TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 6, 1999--Diversinet Corp. DVNT Diversinet Corp., a leading provider of secure e-commerce solutions, announced today the addition of Gemplus North American Executive Vice President, Michael Crosno, to its Board of Directors. Crosno is an experienced executive with a strong background in sales, marketing, consulting services, and distribution strategies. During his 20 years in the Information Technology market, he has developed strategic alliances with companies such as IBM, Hewlett Packard, Compaq, Oracle, Sun Microsystems, EDS, Andersen Consulting, and many other technology companies. He has also developed new business models that significantly increased revenues and earnings throughout his career. Nagy Moustafa, President and CEO of Diversinet, said, "We are delighted to have Michael join us at such an exciting time in our company's history. As Michael joins the other members of our Board of Directors, our company is better positioned to achieve its business plans and become the market leader in security solutions." Mr. Moustafa added, "Michael's proven track record provides Diversinet with the expertise the company needs as we increase our efforts on sales and marketing." Crosno has attained a wealth of sales and marketing experience over the past two decades. Prior to joining Gemplus, Crosno served most recently as General Manager and Vice President for Eastman Kodak, in the Business Imaging Systems, Americas. He has also held positions with ViewStar Corporation, Computer Associates International and CIT Alcatel, Friden Alcatel Division. "Diversinet has some advanced technology that provides the utmost in security solutions, and I am eager to play whatever role I can to help Diversinet reach its goals. I look forward to adding my years of sales and marketing experience to Diversinet's Board of Directors," said Mr. Crosno. About Diversinet Diversinet Corp. (www.dvnet.com) is a leading developer of products based on public-key infrastructures and technologies required for corporate networks, Intranets, the Internet, wireless and cable networks. Diversinet's proprietary PKI technology offers ease of use, efficient operating and flexible implementation for a wide range of security authentication applications. This press release may contain forward-looking statements relating to Diversinet. Among the important factors that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements are delays in product developments, undetected software errors and bugs, competitive pressures, technical difficulties, market acceptance, changes in customer requirements and general economic conditions. All other companies and products listed