Colorado CLEC Offers Unique Triple Play Services for Competitive Advantage

DECEMBER 14, 2006 - Verimatrix, setting the standard in content security technologies that enhance the value of pay-TV networks, today announced that Falcon Broadband has selected the Verimatrix Video Content Authority System (VCAS™) to provide digital video content security over the carrier’s IP network. Falcon plans on launching the new IPTV service in Q2 2007 when it has completed its dedicated fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) IP network in the Colorado marketplace.

Falcon is a competitive local-exchange carrier (CLEC) that is unique in its ability to sell any combination of Internet service, traditional phone service, voice over-IP service, cable television, wireless networks and FTTH networking services. These attractive bundling options have enabled the company to effectively compete against larger communications providers in a rapidly-evolving market. Integrating VCAS with its IPTV platform ensured Falcon access to premium digital video channels that it will offer to its subscribers.

“Content security was a big piece of the puzzle for our IPTV service in order to gain access to the best content,” said Randy DeYoung, president and CEO of Falcon Broadband. “Verimatrix was an easy decision for us because of its innovative approach to content security, the straightforward integration and technical support, and most importantly, the fact that we can easily grow into the solution as we gain new subscribers.”

“Falcon Broadband is one of the pioneers that is shaking up the traditional pay-TV environment,” said Steve Oetegenn, EVP of Global Sales and Marketing. “Customers are increasingly demanding new entertainment choices at competitive prices, and Falcon has the network to offer it all. We are happy to be working with Falcon to enhance the TV viewing experience in Colorado now and in the future.”

VCAS was designed from the ground up for two-way and hybrid networks. Cryptographic and e-commerce technologies proven on the Internet, including PKI and X.509 certificates, enable VCAS to offer a more sophisticated level of content protection than traditional smartcard-based systems. Devices and systems within media delivery networks are encrypted and authenticated in order to identify security breaches and unauthorized network users.

About Falcon Broadband

Falcon Broadband is a premier communications provider located in Colorado Springs, CO and operating in various local markets. They offer "triple-play" services which include digital television (with interactive services), true broadband Internet (up to 100 Mbps) and telephone (traditional as well as VoIP). The company soon will add security services on top of the triple-play package. Services are bundle priced, allowing for significant savings when purchasing more than one service. Their customer-first philosophy, top-rated technical staff, and bundled pricing allow them to provide premier quality communication services at reasonable rates. Their motto is "One Company, One Provider, One Bill." For more info see http://www.falconbroadband.net/.

About Verimatrix

Verimatrix sets the standard for software-based content security and revenue enhancement technologies in pay-TV networks, with a global customer base of telecommunications providers. The Verimatrix Video Content Authority System™ (VCAS) offers a suite of next-generation technologies that protect content and enhance revenue streams, while combating digital piracy wherever it occurs within the distribution chain. The company’s content security experts maintain close relationships with the major Hollywood studios to help address the challenges facing pay-TV networks of today, and those of tomorrow. Verimatrix’s customers benefit with most favorable access to premium content, enabling the richest, most versatile viewing experience for their digital video subscribers. For more information on why VCAS is the most widely deployed IPTV content security system with tier one operators, please visit www.verimatrix.com.

Verimatrix
Kelly Foster, 619-224-1261
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