[August 26, 2005]

netomat Inc Signs Leading Mobile Executive in Preparation for Launch of its New Consumer Service

NEW YORK, August 26 /PRNewswire/ --

- Joe Carsanaro Joins netomat Inc. as New Company President

netomat Inc., a leading provider of software and services that enable seamless convergence of wired and wireless communication, today announced the appointment of Joe Carsanaro as company President. Joe will be responsible for overseeing the launch and international growth of netomat's unique new messaging service, netomat hub that enables seamless multi-media communication across PCs and mobile devices. The company is currently starting a beta trial of the service.

"netomat has an exciting vision and product that is going to have a positive impact on the way people communicate with their friends," said Joe Carsanaro. "netomat has developed the first platform that I have seen which quickly delivers on the promise of internet based fixed and mobile convergence for both personal and branded content. Our first service, netomat hub, delivers this capability in an easy to use and cost effective way. My new role as President enables me to work in an industry I understand, with people I like, delivering a truly revolutionary premium service and user experience."

Joe has more than fifteen years of experience in telecommunications and is one of the leaders in driving the mobile messaging industry. Joe joins netomat Inc. from Motorola where he held the position of General Manager of the GSM Messaging Products and Solutions business. Whilst at Motorola, Joe was responsible for the successful turn around and re-introduction of Motorola's GSM Messaging Products in this category. Prior to Motorola, Joe worked at Ericsson, AT&T and for his own start-up.

"To have someone of Joe's calibre join us as President of the company as we are about to launch our first service offering is a huge boost for us", said Alan Gershenfeld, Co-CEO and Founder of netomat. "Joe's knowledge of the market and understanding of the way that both handset manufacturers and mobile operators work is incredibly valuable to us. We are all looking forward to working very closely with Joe to make netomat a success."

About netomat

netomat is a software company that breaks down barriers to communication through technology and innovation, creating an alterative vision of social interaction that is not limited by location or technology. netomat Inc. was launched in 2001 and is headquartered in New York City.

The company is financed by a combination of venture capitalists, foundations and eclectic corporate and individual investors reflecting the company's foundation in art as well as its belief that technology is not neutral and should provide both a financial and cultural return. For more information go to www.netomat.net.

netomat Inc.

Contacts:
James Harrison, Harrison Moscow Communications, +44(0)208-964-7603
Alex Moscow, Harrison Moscow Communications, +44(0)208-964-7641

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