To: Kevin Clarke who wrote (2315 ) 5/13/1999 9:53:00 PM From: Robert G. Hanah Respond to of 2662
Modern Computer Systems Listed On the Berlin Stock Exchange Under Symbol ''MPU'' Business Wire - May 13, 1999 09:30 MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 13, 1999--Management of Modern Computer Systems Inc. (OTCBB:MODS) is pleased to announce that effective immediately, it has been accepted for trading on the Third Market Segment of the Berlin Stock Exchange under the symbol "MPU". "This signifies a major milestone for Modern Computer Systems," says Pierre Combaluzier, MODS director, "allowing the Company to access the European investment community. Equally important, however, we can also introduce the concept of the Cashfinger System to Europe prior to actually implementing the system in these markets in the next 12-15 months." The Cashfinger System, a patented hardware/software combination enabling the TV viewer to participate in interactive shows without the need of a TV top box. The technology facilitates secure transactions through broadcast television and other communications mediums such as multimedia CD-ROM and the Internet. About Modern Computer Systems Inc. As a subsidiary of Modern Computer Systems Inc., ICTV's is in the business of integrating SmartCard technology and MassMedia to ultimately bring the consumer market into the next millennium. SmartCard technology, virtually unknown a few years ago, is now commonplace, with a variety of applications in the areas of marketing, financial transactions and security markets. iC-TV's role is to create synergy between SmartCard technology and all forms of media to develop a comprehensive, consumer-oriented, global system. CONTACT: Modern Computer Systems, 888/736-9008 www.modstv.com or Investor Relations, 888/736-9008