    our core strengths in the e-business to business arena, we plan to
    focus our initial development efforts on the growing field of
    e-commerce security and user ID verification."

    Sullivan added that the multi-purpose technology would enable ADS to
    tap into a vast global market, through licensing and other commercial
    arrangements, with an estimated total value in excess of $100 billion.
    "The e-business to business security market alone could reach as high
    as $10 to $12 billion in the near future," Sullivan added.

    ADS is actively seeking joint venture partners to help develop and
    market the unique technology. The company expects to create a working
    prototype by the end of next year.

    Applied Digital Solutions, Inc. is an e-business to business solutions
    provider offering Internet, telecom, LAN and software services to a
    wide variety of businesses throughout North America. For more
    information, visit the Company's web site at:

    http://www.adsx.com

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