First Product Sale

Forbidden Technologies PLC 17 May 2001 FORBIDDEN TECHNOLOGIES PLC First product sale Forbidden Technologies plc, ('Forbidden' or the 'Company') which is creating new technology for video distribution over the internet, is pleased to report its first sale. Mr Richard Forsdyke the Conservative candidate for Greenwich & Woolwich will use Forbidden's product as part of his election campaign. His video will be available from his internet site at: www.forsdyke.com This is a good example of the potential applications and commercial appeal of the Company's technology. Mr Richard Forsdyke commented: 'It is important for politicians to be able to communicate their messages clearly and Forbidden's video is a low cost method of reaching a wide audience. 'I am delighted to be using innovative British technology as part of the Conservative campaign in Greenwich & Woolwich.' Stephen Streater, Chief Executive, commented: 'This is indicative of the growing appeal of the internet as a medium for distributing programming and is as relevant to organisations as it is to individuals. 'It demonstrates the attraction of technology for narrowband video using standard modems, particularly in light of the recent price increases for Broadband services.' 17th May 2001 Enquires: College Hill Associates Tel: 020 7457 2020 Michael Padley / Nicholas Nelson