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These risks and uncertainties include , but are not limited to, those set
forth above, in the Company's subsequent press releases and on reports by the
Company on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, and other reports and filings with the
Securities and Exchange Commission, as well as risks and uncertainties
respecting: (i) the potential impact of extensive and evolving government
regulations upon the Company's business; (ii) the ability of the Company to
continue to retain and extend its existing contracts and win new contracts;
(iii ) the possibility of slower than expected growth or declines in sales of
lottery and gaming goods and services by the Company or the Company's
customers; (iv) exposure to foreign currency fluctuations; (v) risks and
uncertainties inherent in doing business in foreign jurisdictions; (vi) the
relatively large percentage of the Company's revenues attributable to a
relatively small number of the Company 's customers; (vii) the possibility of
significant fluctuation of quarterly operating results; (viii ) the intensity
of competition in the lottery and gaming industries; (ix) the possibility of
substantial penalties under and/or termination of the Company's contracts; (x)
the ability of the Company to respond to technological change and to satisfy
the future technological demands of its customers; (xi) opposition to
expansion of lottery and gaming; (xii) the Company's ability to attract and
retain key employees; and (xiii) the possibility of adverse determinations in
pending legal proceedings .

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However, there
can be no assurance that the events, results or trends identified in
these forward -looking
statements will occur or be achieved. We undertake no
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, either
to reflect new developments or for any other reason. Marks First Installation of Spielo's Next-Generation Wide Area VLT

WEST GREENWICH, R.

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Both the
television and print ads target women between the ages of 25 and 54.
According to the author of this report, FM radio advertising rates are set
according to a number of factors that are mainly tied to the numbers of
listeners. The Company identifies
forward looking statements by words such as "may," "will," "should," "could,"
"expect," "plan," "anticipate," "intend," "believe," "estimate ," "continue,"
or similar words that refer to the future.

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These forward-looking statements are expressed in good faith
and we believe there is a reasonable basis for them. Crisafulli. Under the amended agreement, Spielo will
deploy 2,000 new wide area VLTs beginning in September 2005.

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"While the concept of a bed that
can be washed is certainly innovative , most people respond by saying
'why hasn't anyone does this before?' There's no better way to
communicate the benefits of HealthSmart than to demonstrate its
functionality, so that's the basis of our ads .

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The bedding
giant has employed three outside agencies to market the HealthSmart
Bed: Chicago -based Leo Burnett USA is handling both television and
consumer print advertising, TroneAtlanta is charged with trade and
consumer public relations and 360i, also based in Atlanta, is managing
the interactive.newscom.
Usta, added.

Companies mentioned:

- Arabian Radio Network (ARN) Stations
- Channel 4 FM
- Dubai 92
- Emarat FM
- UAQ FM
- Mix FM
- Radio One
- Sawt El Ghad
- Fann FM
- Play 99.

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The campaign , consisting of direct response
television commercials and national print advertisements, marks the
first time Simmons has advertised nationally since 2001.
Simmons' marketing plan for the HealthSmart Bed will also include
consumer public relations and interactive strategies.com/reports/c18053 ) has announced the addition
of An Analysis of FM Radio Advertising Rates in the Arab World to their
offering . Such statements include, without
limitation, statements relating to the prospects and financial outlook for the
Company, which reflect management assumptions regarding: (i) the future
prospects for and stability of the lottery industry and other businesses in
which the Company is engaged or expects to be engaged, (ii) the future
operating and financial performance of the Company (including , without
limitation, expected future growth in revenues, profit margins and earnings
per share ), and (iii) the ability of the Company to retain existing business
and to obtain and retain new business . Vincent
Public Affairs
GTECH Corporation
401-392-7452

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Simmons will incorporate the Good Housekeeping Seal, which was
recently granted to the HealthSmart Bed, in all of its advertisements
for the product.
This analysis shows that the region's FM radio advertising rates are
highest during the morning hours of 8 to 9 am, followed by the evening hours
of 6 to 7 pm.I.

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Simmons is committed to developing superior
mattresses and promoting a higher quality sleep for consumers around
the world.

Research and Markets: Nascent State of the Private FM Radio Stations Market in the Arab World Could Be Reason for Relatively Low Advertising Rates

DUBLIN, Ireland, Research and Markets
(http://www.

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The rates are minuscule compared to advertising rates in major
capitals such as London. The peak listening time can be defined as the time of day
which has the largest audience and, therefore, is associated with the highest
advertising rates . The new VLTs
will replace a portion of the existing machines and also be placed in new
locations . With respect to its amended agreement with Svenska Spel, Spielo
expects to generate approximately US$22 million for the sale of the new VLTs.

Contact:
Robert K.

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Spielo is a current provider of VLTs to Svenska Spel and
GTECH is the video lottery central system provider. "This first installation of Spielo's next-generation wide
area VLTs will not only help Svenska Spel diversify into other segments in the
restaurant market, but will also offer a variety of new concept games that
will extend Spielo's game library into new player segments."
Spielo currently provides Svenska Spel with approximately 5,000 of the
7,000 VLTs already in the field.

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"We decided that a product as unique as the HealthSmart Bed
deserves a significant introduction to let consumers know that a clean
and healthy sleep environment is possible," said Scott Whitaker, Vice
President of Marketing at Simmons.com
This press release includes forward-looking statements that
reflect Simmons ' current views about future events and financial
performance.

The most important factor is the time of day; unlike in the case of
TV, the radio can be listened to in the car, at work, or at home, giving
advertisers different times in which to target audiences (for example, during
traffic rush hours).

Svenska Spel to Receive 2 000 New Wide Area Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) from GTECH Subsidiary Spielo

For more information about the
Company, please visit GTECH's website at http://www.

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simmons . Words such as "estimates," "expects," "anticipates,"
"projects," "plans," "intends," "believes, " "forecasts" and variations
of such words or similar expressions that predict or indicate future
events, results or trends, or that do not relate to historical
matters, identify forward-looking statements. These factors
include, but are not limited to: (i) the level of competition in the
bedding industry; (ii) legal and regulatory requirements; (iii) the
success of new products; (iv) our relationships with our major
suppliers; (v) fluctuations in costs of raw materials; (vi) our
relationship with significant customers and licensees; (vii) our labor
relations; (viii) departure of key personnel; (ix) encroachments on
our intellectual property; (x) product liability claims; (xi) the
timing , cost and success of opening new manufacturing facilities;
(xii) our level of indebtedness; (xiii ) interest rate risks; (xiv)
future acquisitions; (xv) an increase in return rates; and (xvi) other
risks and factors identified from time to time in our and our
predecessor's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, including the Form 10-K for 2003, and the Form 10-Qs filed
for the first, second and third quarters of 2004.

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HealthSmart Bed print ads
will begin appearing in monthly magazines in April. Such forward looking statements
reflect management's assessment based on information currently available, but
are not guarantees and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause
actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in the forward
looking statements.

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"
The HealthSmart Bed television commercial began running today and
is scheduled to air on over 20 cable networks and during select
syndicated programs on network affiliates. For more information on
Simmons and the HealthSmart Bed, please contact Christine Foster at
404-266-0899 ext. Investors should not rely on
forward-looking statements because they are subject to a variety of
risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual
results to differ materially from our expectations.

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Starcom North America handles media. According to this report "An Analysis of FM Radio
Advertising Rates in the Arab World" the nascent state of the private FM radio
stations market in the Arab World could be one reason for the relatively low
rates.6
- Radio Jordan
- Al Sharq Al Awsat
- Nile FM
- Nugoom FM

The report is broken down into the following sections:
Section I: Introduction
Section II: Rate Cards
Section III: Country FM Radio Advertising Rates
Section IV: The United Arab Emirates
Section V: Lebanon
Section VI: Jordan
Section VII: Egypt
Section VIII: Bahrain
Section IX: MBC FM Advertising Rates - A Pan-Region Example

For more information visit
http://www., GTECH Holdings
Corporation (NYSE: GTK) today announced that AB Svenska Spel amended its
existing agreement with GTECH's wholly-owned subsidiary, Spielo Manufacturing
ULC , for the provision of 2,000 next-generation wide area video lottery
terminals (VLTs).gtech.

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Simmons Launches $15 Million Ad Campaign to Promote Its New HealthSmart Bed; Bed Also Featured in New York Fashion Week Celebrity Goody Bag

Business Editors

ATLANTA----Simmons Bedding Company,
one of the world's largest mattress manufacturers, launched a $15
million advertising campaign today for its latest innovation, the
HealthSmart(TM) Bed, which features a zip-off mattress top that can be
laundered or dry cleaned.com.

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com

About Simmons

Atlanta-based Simmons Bedding Company is one of the world's
largest mattress manufacturers, manufacturing and marketing a broad
range of products including Beautyrest(R), BackCare(R), BackCare
Kids(R), Olympic(R) Queen, Deep Sleep (R) and HealthSmart(TM). The
Company operates 17 conventional bedding manufacturing facilities and
three juvenile bedding manufacturing facilities across the United
States and Puerto Rico.
GTECH, a leading global information technology company with over $1
billion in revenues and more than 5,400 people in over 50 countries, provides
software, networks, and professional services that power high-performance,
transaction processing solutions. The Company's core market is the lottery
industry, with a growing presence in commercial gaming technology and
financial services transaction processing.

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" The goody
bags will be given to 20 celebrities attending Fashion Week shows from
February 4th-11th and will be featured tonight at a Fashion Week party
hosted by rap artist Kanye West.healthsmartbed .
(Logo: http://www.
Certain statements contained in this press release are forward looking
statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and
Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

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101 or cfoster@trone. The forward-looking
statements in this press release speak only as of the date of this
release.researchandmarkets.com
Fax: +353 1 4100 980

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The
theme of this season's gift collection is "Bed in a Bag. In total a representative
sample of 16 local and regional FM stations are analyzed. This implies that generally accepted peak listening times in the
region are in the mornings before the majority of people go to work, and for
some time in the evenings when they are at home or in the car, the author, Ms.com/reports/c18053

Laura Wood
Senior Manager
Research and Markets
press@researchandmarkets .
"Spielo has 15 years of experience building reliable VLTs and creating
market-driven games ," said GTECH Senior Vice President of Gaming Solutions
Marc A.

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The advertising launch coincides with the inclusion of the
HealthSmart Bed in New York Fashion Week's celebrity goody bag.
To find out when the HealthSmart Bed will be available in your
area, please visit www. For more information , visit the Company's website at
www.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH )
Regional local FM stations average 88 US$ for 30-seconds ad slots during
peak time.

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This report provides a detailed analysis of the FM Radio advertising rates
in Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and the UAE.com.