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## World's First Satellite-Tracked Human Implant Device

## Applied Digital Solutions, Inc.

### 12-17-99

Eleanor White's comments: This article clearly shows intent to produce satellite-based human tracking implants. However, no actual demonstration of such technology has happened, to my knowledge.

I recommend organized stalking/electronic harassment targets not claim this technology proposal as demonstrated fact.

    PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - Applied Digital Solutions, Inc. today announced
    that it has acquired the patent rights to a miniature digital
    transceiver - which it has named "Digital Angel" -- that can be used
    for a variety of purposes, such as providing a tamper-proof means of
    identification for enhanced e-business security, locating lost or
    missing individuals, tracking the location of valuable property and
    monitoring the medical conditions of at-risk patients.

    In the agreement signed last week, ADS acquired the right to develop
    this unique product itself for all of its applications or to sublicense
    the development of specific applications to other entities. A special
    technology group has been formed within ADS to supervise the
    development of the device.

    The implantable transceiver sends and receives data and can be
    continuously tracked by GPS (Global Positioning Satellite) technology.
    The transceiver's power supply and actuation system are unlike anything
    ever created. When implanted within a body, the device is powered
    electromechanically through the movement of muscles, and it can be
    activated either by the "wearer" or by the monitoring facility. A novel
    sensation feedback feature will even allow the wearer to control the
    device to some degree. The "smart" device is also small enough to be
    hidden inconspicuously on or within valuable personal belongings and
    priceless works of art.

    Commenting on Digital Angel's many potential applications, Richard J.
    Sullivan, Chairman and CEO of Applied Digital Solutions, Inc. (ADS),
    said: "We believe its potential for improving individual and e-business
    security and enhancing the quality of life for millions of people is
    virtually limitless. Although we're in the early developmental phase,
    we expect to come forward with applications in many different areas,
    from medical monitoring to law enforcement. However, in keeping with
    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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