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Headlines Nagravision and Wavexpress Formalize Joint Sales and Marketing Agreement Leaders in Conditional Access and Content Distribution Combine to Market Secure IP Cable Solution New York, NY and Cheseaux, Switzerland, June 20, 2002: Nagravision, the digital TV and broadband Internet division of the Kudelski Group (SWX: KUD), and Wavexpress, the broadband technology company backed by Wave Systems (NASDAQ: WAVX), today announced that they are teaming up to market content protection and conditional access solutions for broadband networks. Nagravision and Wavexpress will work with leading distribution, content, and technology partners to deploy an improved broadband experience. Broadband subscribers will have instant, full-screen access to high-quality video, music, games, and software on the PC. Wavexpress encrypts content before distributing it to servers at the cable system head-end. The encrypted content is stored at the head-end, and later multicast to all cable modem subscribers simultaneously. Finally, the content is stored locally in encrypted format on the home PC, ready for purchase. Access to content stored on the PC is controlled by Nagravision’s widely deployed Conditional Access System, coupled with Wave Systems’ EMBASSY®, a programmable security processor. EMBASSY (Embedded Application Security System) is a hardware and software-based device that enables secure local transaction processing. EMBASSY handles decryption, metering and billing functions, assuring that content and services are protected and accessible only if paid for by authorized transactions. EMBASSY integrates NagraIP, an open, modular solution comprising a set of adapted tools that enable broadband operators to offer advanced video services and ensure faster ROI. Nagravision’s core Conditional Access module handles distribution and management of encryption keys and users entitlements as well as other security related features. Key features of NagraIP are flexible, persistent protection throughout the delivery chain, pre-encryption to secure content as early as possible in the distribution chain - at a video server level or directly at the content owner, and a real time IP encryption solution that provides true session security. Encrypted data can effectively navigate all devices on cable IP networks such as firewalls, proxies, caches, and routers. “Security is the key component for providing content distribution over IP,” said Walter Boyles, Senior Vice President, Business Development, for Wavexpress. “The integration of our hardware platform with Nagravision’s proven conditional access software brings MSOs the security they need to attract strong brands to drive broadband adoption and retention.” “We expect the combination of Nagravision and Wavexpress will appeal to many of our existing and prospective customers,” said John Markey, Chief Marketing Officer for Nagravision. “Working with Wave’s EMBASSY product provides a cost-effective option for conditional access supported by hardware-based authentication.” About Nagravision Nagravision (www.nagravision.com) is a leading provider of open conditional access, advanced management tools and integrated solutions for cable, satellite, terrestrial and MMDS, FTTH and xDSL operators worldwide. These advanced solutions provide digital TV and content providers with the tools to operate and manage a range of interactive broadband services that include e-commerce, interactive program guides and multimedia-on-demand including VOD. Nagravision’s digital and analog conditional access technologies are currently being utilized by leading operators worldwide representing over 35 million digital and analog subscribers. Nagravision is a division of the Switzerland-based Kudelski Group (SWX “KUD”) and has offices in the United States, Singapore, Shanghai, Brazil, India, Spain and Switzerland. About Wavexpress Wavexpress enables cable TV operators to deliver secure broadband content and services. The company enhances the high-speed data experience with high-quality video, games, and music content. Wavexpress supports a variety of business models, including subscription, pay-per-view, and advertising services. About Wave Systems Wave Systems’ goal is to build a worldwide network of users based on trusted electronic relationships. Trust @ the Edge defines a new architectural model for the Internet, which embeds trust and security in every user device. Wave Systems is developing, deploying and licensing its EMBASSY Trusted Client technology for the mass adoption of this revolutionary model. Wave is integrating industry standard functions from a wide range of partners that enable reliable, secure digital exchange and commerce. Wave Systems and third parties are building the services that will take advantage of this open model. For more information about Wave Systems and Trust @ the Edge, visit www.wave.com. For further details please contact: Nagravision: John Kidd 41 21 732 0735 john.kidd@nagra.com Wavexpress Simon Tidnam 917-339-9083 stidnam@wavexpress.com ### This document is provided for informational purposes only. Nagravision, Wave Systems and Wavexpress make no warranties, express or implied, in this document. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. |
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