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WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The nation's new chief intelligence officer delivered the annual threat assessment to the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday, but his first topic was the economy.

Dennis Blair said the worldwide effects of the economic crisis could lead to instability in governments.

"The primary near-term security concern of the United States is the global economic crisis and its geopolitical implications," said Dennis Blair, who was approved last month as the director of national intelligence for President Obama.

Blair said the worldwide effects of the economic crisis -- from countries cutting back on their defense obligations to their mishandling of humanitarian issues -- could lead to instability in governments.

Such instability could help foster terrorist movements and activities, Blair said.

"Time is probably our greatest threat," Blair said in prepared remarks released before he spoke to the committee. "The longer it takes for the recovery to begin, the greater the likelihood of serious damage to U.S. strategic interests."

In his first appearance before Congress in his new post, Blair addressed topics ranging from cyber-terrorism to al Qaeda.

Asked by committee member Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, about the possibility of a cyber-terrorism attack on the nation's power-grid system, Blair said that "a couple of years ago, (it would have been) a piece of cake."

Changes and security upgrades in the system have reduced the possibility of a debilitating attack on the power system, Blair said.

But "a very skilled attack by a group that knew what it was doing could cause us some problems, so there's work still to be done there," he said.

Extremist Muslim groups still pose the biggest threat for terrorist attacks, but there has been "notable progress" in turning Muslim opinion against such groups, including al Qaeda, he said.

"Because of the pressure we and our allies have put on al Qaeda's core leadership in Pakistan and the continued decline of al Qaeda's most prominent regional affiliate in Iraq, al Qaeda today is less capable and effective than it was a year ago," he added.

Regarding Iran's nuclear-development capabilities, Blair said that nation "is clearly developing all the components of nuclear material." He estimated that Iran could produce a nuclear weapon by 2015.

The United States and other Western nations believe Iran is pursuing a nuclear weapons program, but Iran says it is developing nuclear capability to produce energy.

International pressure will be the main factor in getting Iran to drop any nuclear military aspirations, Blair said.

"Whether they (Iran) take it all the way to developing nuclear arms and becoming a nuclear power -- I don't think it's a done deal either way," he said.

But he added that getting Iran to stay away from nuclear military development will take a concerted international effort.

"It's not going to be like falling off a log," he said.

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New Complaints? Compliments? or Comments? Web Site, OnBlass.com, Launched By Global Technology Solutions Inc.

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Global Technology Solutions, Inc. announced the release of OnBlass.com News and Comment which a consolidated news and comment.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MARTINSBURG, WV / June 1, 2008 --
On their second anniversary Global Technology Solutions, Inc. (GTSIINC) announced it will launch the expansion of OnBlass.com with OnBlass.com News and Comments. The site will be a location for consolidated hot topic news, general news, children links, consumer’s links, and much more; all which is driven by their registered users. The site has reserved “Special” access to registered users for the use of Chat and additional services. Since the success of their new “Investigations Division” launched a little over months ago, OnBlass.com felt it was time to expand to a wider audience with a little more flavor. OnBlass.com – which serves as a national repository for consumers to report complaints and/or value of consumer products and services? “This is another major milestone for the company,” said GTSIINC President and CEO Joseph Menefee. OnBlass.com has registered over 600 users and since the site was made on available April 18, 2007.

"We are very pleased with our company’s accomplishments, which has been on target over the past 24 months. We now received over 50,000 hits monthly and soon we will be launching a new operation which will improve our site standing and increase visibility. We have seen other sites using our links and advertisement which has improved out visibility on the web. This means, we are doing something right. This unique concept isn’t only important to consumers but important to what we believe in; taking care of our customer base.

Unlike other consumer-minded sites, onBlass.com is again bringing grass rooted ideals to the table.

“We have given individuals and families the venue to express satisfaction or dissatisfaction for goods and services across the country in raw flavor,” said President/CEO Joseph Menefee.

About OnBlass.com

OnBlass is a multi-functional Web site with investigative services used to identify consumer product issues and concerns and is sponsored by Global Technology Solutions Inc. In collaborating with other agencies, OnBlass has developed new and improved methods for consumers to evaluate products and services. The goal is to provide consumers with the ability to recognize the most consumer-friendly products, services and promotions available that will allow everyone to remain loyal, satisfied customers.

About Global Technology Solutions, Inc.

Global Technology Solutions is a Veteran Owned Service Disabled Small Business which provides information technology support, technical solutions, services, procurement and related services to commercial and government organizations via contract.

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Global Technology Solutions, Inc. (GTSIINC) signs GSA teaming agreement with Systems Engineering Research Development Institute (SERDI-LLC)

Teaming Agreement leverages more Technical Capabilities, while the Schedule provides more robust Hardware, Software and Services purchasing vehicle.

December 19, 2007 –Martinsburg, WV

Global Technology Solutions, Inc., an Information Technology Consulting company, today announced that they have signed a GSA Schedule Teaming Agreement with SERDI-LLC of Gaithersburg, Maryland. This teaming agreement will allow both companies to leverage their technical capabilities and resources towards larger opportunities. The teaming agreement will also allow GTSIINC access to over 4 Million line items of GSA products and services. "This teaming agreement is a significant step in both company capabilities and will increase our alliances." said Joseph Menefee, President of Global Technology Solutions, Inc.

About Global Technology Solutions, Inc. (GTSIINC)

Global Technology Solutions, Inc. (GTSIINC) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Information Technology consultant company who provides fast, reliable and competent solutions to complex hardware and software integration issues. Highly competent Subject Matter Expert’s (SME) to perform end-to-end hardware integration, consulting services and support for customers with complex computing technical requirements and training. {image}

About Systems Engineering Research Development Institute (SERDI-LLC)

The Systems Engineering Research Development Institute (SERDI-LLC) is a small, woman-owned, certified 8(a)/Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) providing subject matter expertise (SME) services to Federal and commercial clients. Systems Engineering Solutions, Inc. holds a Consolidated Federal Supply Group: CORP 70 Contract number GS-00F-0006T. SERDI-LLC is also an SBA Certified HUBZone Small Business.

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