Mandatory notification of trade

On 13th of June 2012, DNB has, on behalf of Opera Software, purchased 4,602 shares for use in the group's employee share purchase plan (ESPP). The shares have been acquired at a price of NOK 38.37, based on an average price obtained by option holders in the period of 11th - 13th of June. The discounted share price to the employees is NOK 32.61 per share. The following primary insider has purchased shares:

Jason Hoida, purchased 260 shares at NOK 32.61. Following this transaction, Hoida holds a total of 6,188 shares and 244,000 options in Opera Software.

Halvor Helgø, purchased 260 shares at NOK 32.61. Following this transaction, Helgø holds a total of 2,065 shares and 56,500 options in Opera Software.

Baard Farmen Andresen, purchased 260 shares at NOK 32.61. Following this transaction, Andresen holds a total of 1,764 shares and 74,600 options in Opera Software.

Petter Lade, purchased 260 shares at NOK 32.61. Following this transaction, Lade holds a total of 65,682 shares and 25,000 options in Opera Software.

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Opera Software ASA has redefined Web browsing for PCs, mobile phones and other networked devices. Opera's cross-platform Web browser technology is renowned for its performance, standards compliance and small size, while giving users a faster, safer and more dynamic online experience. Opera Software is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with offices around the world. The company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. Learn more about Opera at http://www.opera.com.