Document Security Systems Opens Sales Office in Germany



    Document Security Systems, Inc. (AMEX: DMC) ("DSS"), the leader in
    proven, patented optical deterrent technologies and products that
    protect against counterfeiting and brand fraud due to unauthorized
    copying, scanning and photo imaging, today announced expansion into
    Europe with the opening of its first international office, DSS
    Germany. Located near Stuttgart, a major economic and technology hub
    in Germany, the office will provide the opportunity to further address
    the growing interest in DSS's patented technologies globally with a
    specific focus the financial community.

    "Because we have seen global interest for our patented
    technologies significantly increase over the past 12 months, we plan
    to open a number of offices worldwide. And with our recent
    patent-validity win in Germany, it was an easy decision for DSS to
    open its first international office in Germany," explained Peter
    Ettinger, President of Document Security Systems. "DSS Germany will
    allow us to accommodate the growing print security demand by providing
    solutions to the growing worldwide concerns for counterfeiting and
    brand fraud. We will initially be targeting the financial and banking
    sectors in Germany, and eventually expand our focus to include
    pharmaceutical and healthcare, automotive and aerospace manufacturers,
    academic institutions, and government markets."

    The office in Germany will include 2 experienced German security
    print technology sales representatives responsible for identifying and
    securing prospects for the licensing and usage of DSS' suite of
    patented technologies as well as establishing future opportunities for
    DSS throughout Europe.

    "The DSS technology product suite represents the foundation for
    all anti-counterfeiting and brand protection initiatives as we secure
    the basic paper and plastic elements on which additional security
    technologies can be layered. This is particularly relevant to a host
    of security integrators that exist in Germany, where the DSS
    technology can tremendously enhance current technology initiatives,"
    said Ettinger.

    In March 2007, the German Federal Patent Court
    (Bundespatentgericht) delivered a favorable verdict in the company's
    patent validity suit with the European Central Bank. That verdict,
    along with an increased demand for DSS products from a variety of
    European integrators and end users globally, were significant factors
    in our decision to open an office in Germany.

    About Document Security Systems, Inc.

    A rapidly growing security technology company, Document Security
    Systems is a world leader in the development of optical deterrent
    technologies that help prevent counterfeiting and brand fraud from the
    use of the most advanced scanners, copiers and imaging systems in the
    market. The Company's patented and patent-pending technologies protect
    valuable documents and printed products from counterfeiters and
    identity thieves. Document Security Systems' customers, which include
    international governments, major corporations and world financial
    institutions, use its covert and overt technologies to protect a
    number of applications including, but not limited to, currency, vital
    records, brand protection, ID cards, internet commerce, passports and
    gift certificates. Document Security Systems' strategy is to become
    the world's leading producer of cutting-edge security technologies for
    paper, plastic and electronically generated printed assets. More
    information about Document Security Systems can be found at its
    websites: www.documentsecurity.com and
    www.plasticprintingprofessionals.com.

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