Chairman of Universal Communication Systems, Inc. to Receive Community Award; Mayor of Miami Beach Will Grant ``Key of Miami Beach'' at Hard Disc Cafe's Grand Opening.

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MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 22, 2002

Universal Communication Systems Inc. (OTCBB:UCSI), announced today that City of Miami Beach officials have confirmed that Michael J. Zwebner, the Chairman of the Company and the President of its subsidiary, Hard Disc Cafe, Inc. will receive the prestigious award known as "The Key of Miami Beach." The award will be presented at the official opening ceremony for the Hard Disc Cafe, April 23rd, at 3 P.M., by the Mayor of Miami Beach, the Honorable David Dermer. A large representation of city and state officials are expected to attend the ceremony, accompanied by press and media coverage.

About Universal Communication Systems, Inc.

Universal Communication Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries have been engaged in activities related to advanced wireless communications, including the acquisition of radio-frequency spectrum internationally. The Company also owns a U.S. patent on a Distributed Wireless Call Processing System technology. The Company recently announced the finalization of its acquisition of Hard Disc Cafe, Inc. Hard Disc Cafe is in the business of themed Internet Cafes, targeting densely populated urban areas and tourist sites with a unique high tech space themed image. For additional information please visit the Company's web site at http://www.harddisccafe.com. Interested parties are advised to click on the "Brochures" icon, and download a copy of the company's current brochure. (some sections of the site may still be under construction).

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