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Guard ID Systems Selected to Speak at Web Ventures 2008

SAN MATEO, Calif. – March 17, 2008 – Guard ID Systems, Inc., the pioneer of hardware-based security for online transactions, today announced that the company was selected to present at Web Ventures 2008, a Dow Jones VentureWire conference, to be held March 18 - 19 at the Sofitel San Francisco Bay in Redwood City, CA.

“We’re pleased to have been selected as one of a handful of emerging companies that the editors of Dow Jones view as the most promising online start-ups,” said Jerry Thompson, CEO of Guard ID Systems, Inc. “As consumers spend more time online banking, shopping, and socializing, they need to be vigilant about their online security. Our online security product, ID Vault, has been embraced by online consumers who want hardened protection against online identity theft and fraud.”

The Web Ventures 2008 event will provide Guard ID Systems with the opportunity to present to and meet with top-tier investors, as well as gain exposure to key decision makers of major companies seeking new partnerships.

“This is an excellent opportunity for Guard ID Systems to meet a very select group of potential investors and partners. We selected Guard ID Systems based on its unique security solution for online consumers and its strong early market success. The investment community is to eager meet these emerging players,” said Kenneth Andersen, Managing Director, Events at Dow Jones.

About Guard ID Systems
Guard ID Systems, Inc., headquartered in San Mateo, CA, develops and markets ID Vault, the first hardware-based security product that protects consumers against online identity theft and fraud when they bank, shop and invest online. ID Vault has a suggested retail price of $49.99, and is available at major retailers nationwide including Best Buy, Fry’s Electronics, OfficeMax, QVC, Sam’s Club, Amazon.com and others. ID Vault is backed by a $1 million guarantee. Visit www.GuardID.com for more information.

About Web Ventures 2008
Web Ventures 2008, a Dow Jones VentureWire conference, is an annual investment and partnership forum that brings together top-tier investors with 70 of the most promising online startups, as judged by the editors of Dow Jones. Conference attendees have the opportunity to hear keynotes, attend panels, and meet with the thought leaders, key players, and emerging companies that are shaping the future of the online sector. For more information, visit http://webventures.dowjones.com/. Members of the press are invited to contact Adam Wade at 415-439-6666 to obtain passes to the conference.

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ID Vault is a trademark of Guard ID Systems, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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