UNION CITY, CA--(Marketwire - Oct 15, 2012) -  DayStar Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: [ DSTI ]) ("DayStar") ("the Company") announced the resignation of Jonathan Fitzgerald from the board of directors effective October 12, 2012. A replacement has not been named yet, so the Board will continue to conduct business with a vacancy in its allowed members until a new member is identified. Mr. Fitzgerald joined the DayStar Board in 2009, and also, served the company in various committees. The Board and the Company are greatly indebted to Mr. Fitzgerald for his years of service. 

About DayStar Technologies, Inc.

DayStar Technologies, Inc. (DSTI) is a developer of solar photovoltaic products based upon GIGS thin film deposition technology and is currently embarked on a strategy of strategic partnerships to enter new markets within the global renewal energy industry including ownership and construction of solar and renewable power plants. For more information, visit the DayStar website at [ http://www.daystartech.com/ ].