Colin Powell to Give Closing Keynote Address at WCIT 2006; World Congress on Information Technology Adds to Prestigious Speaker Roster.

AUSTIN, Texas -- The World Congress on Information Technology (WCIT 2006) announced today the addition of General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.), former United States Secretary of State (2001-2005) to its prestigious speaker roster. General Powell will use his experience as a world renowned leader and advocate of global democracy and world issues to provide insight into the roles and responsibilities of corporate and government technology leaders in the 21st century.

The mission of WCIT 2006 is to be a catalyst for social and economic development through the exchange of policies, ideas and technology. The conference is expected to draw 2,000 business, government and academic leaders from 80 countries, bridging borders and cultures. The World Congress seeks to explore and create policy recommendations focused on three key issues: global digital access, healthcare, and privacy and security. General Powell's experience as a diplomat, statesman, and as a current stakeholder and investor in the healthcare industry will allow him to provide insight into each of these significant issues.

"The addition of General Powell to our speaking roster is a great honor," said Ben Bentzin, CEO, WCIT 2006. "Attracting a leader of this caliber underlines the true national and global significance of this conference beyond the technology industry. General Powell will provide us with a unique perspective as we explore the world issues of digital access, healthcare, and privacy and security."

General Powell's addition enhances an already strong roster of confirmed speakers, including John S. Chen, chairman, CEO and president of Sybase, Inc., Michael Dell, chairman of the Board of Directors of Dell, Anne M. Mulcahy, chairman and CEO, Xerox Corporation, Paul Otellini, CEO of Intel, Hector Ruiz, chairman of the board, president and CEO of AMD, and John W. Thompson, chairman of the board of directors and chief executive officer of Symantec Corporation. Other business, academic and government leaders will be added to the roster, with announcements forthcoming.

WCIT 2006 takes place in Austin, Texas, from May 1-5, 2006. Additional information can be found at www.wcit2006.org.

About WCIT 2006, Inc.

The World Congress on Information Technology (WCIT 2006) draws approximately 2,000 global thought leaders and decision makers from 80 countries, including Fortune 100 CEO's, NGO Presidents, Foreign Ministers, Nobel Laureates, University Chancellors and leading R&D Scientists. Leaders from business, government and academia will discuss IT policy, direct the future of technology and drive social and economic development. The focus of WCIT 2006 is on macro issues around IT innovation and making a positive impact on human lives.

World Congress forums have been held in international cities such as Taipei, Taiwan (2000), Adelaide, Australia (2002) and Athens, Greece (2004). The World Congress is held every two years on a different continent and is the signature forum of the World Information Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA), a consortium of 65 information technology (IT) industry associations that represents over 90% of the world's IT market.

WCIT 2006, Inc, a non-profit 501 6(C) organization, is headquartered in Austin, Texas.