DataStax Enterprise and Apache Cassandra™ With NetApp Astra can Help Companies Automate Storage Provisioning, Management and Portability for Containerized Applications at ScaleSANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DataStax today announced a collaboration with NetApp to deliver full lifecycle management for cloud native data in its DataStax Enterprise database as well as open source Apache Cassandra
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Australia Data Center Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Australian data center market is estimated to register a CAGR of about 4.5% during the forecast period 2021 to 2026The growing cloud computing`(further fueled due to COVID-19), increasing cloud computing among SMEs, government regulations for local data security, and growing investment by domestic players are some of the major factors driving the demand for data centers in the country.
Australian National Phenome Centre Integrates Quantitative NMR and MS Assay Platform for Risk Assessment and Longitudinal Monitoring of Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS)PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A clinical research collaboration on COVID-19 pheno-conversion and subsequent pheno-reversion has discovered transient and persistent systemic changes of the molecular signatures in patient blood samples three months after the acute COVID-19 disease phase. These biochemical abnormalities, identified by a quantitative, label-free assay platform integrating nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and mass spectrometry (MS), relate to ongoing ‘long COVID’ symptoms, which persist post-acute infection and can affect more than half of the recovered COVID patients - even six months after infection.
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) today announced a development project with the potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions in the alumina refining process, which would further enhance the Company’s strong sustainability performance across the aluminum value chain. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has granted to Alcoa of Australia $8.8 million (A$11.3 million) to test the potential use of renewable energy in a process known as Mechanical Vapor Recompression (MVR). Alcoa of Australia is currently conducting technical and commercial studies to adapt MVR technology to refining. Electricity sourced from renewable energy would power compressors to turn waste vapor into steam, which would then be used to provide refinery process heat.
SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Digital identity platform, Yoti, has partnered with eftpos’ new digital identity solution, connectID to deliver secure digital age verification (AV) technology. An industry-first solution for same day online alcohol sales and delivery is being trialled in partnership with Retail Drinks Australia, the national industry body that represents the interests of Australia’s packaged retail liquor stores.
RALEIGH, N.C. & AUCKLAND, New Zealand--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Argenta Limited (“Argenta”), the only global contract research organization (CRO) and contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in animal health, and NovaQuest Capital Management (“NovaQuest”) announced today a $30 million product financing agreement for the development of several innovative veterinary pharmaceuticals.
SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--James Hardie Industries plc (ASX: JHX; NYSE: JHX), the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement and fiber gypsum building solutions, today announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Jack Truong, participated in an interview with Yahoo Finance’s “Market Close” on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 New York City, USA time.To watch the segment click :
SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--James Hardie Industries plc (ASX: JHX; NYSE: JHX), the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement and fiber gypsum building solutions, today announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Jack Truong, participated in interviews with Bloomberg Television and Bloomberg Radio on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 New York City, USA time.To watch Dr. Truong’s appearance on Bloomberg Television’s “Daybreak: Australia”, click here
Juniper-powered solutions enable VicTrack to build on its wide transportation network to provide leading communications solutions to customers across its target verticalsVICTORIA, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, today announced that VicTrack, the state-owned enterprise that owns all railway and tram lines, networks and infrastructure in the state of Victoria, Australia, has selected Juniper Networks for the upgrade of its statewide network that supports mission-critical transport and government applications.
Newly renovated facility in Milton will drive collaboration, and engineering leadership to re-affirm market-leading position as employees return to officeHOPKINS, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Digi International, (NASDAQ: DGII), a leading global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity products and services, today announced it will relocate its Brisbane-based headquarters from Rocklea to Milton in September 2021.
Key Blue Prism partner, Reveal Group awarded for creating the most impactful solution for delivering a replicable business outcome for the second year in a row. NEW YORK & SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#Awardwinner--Reveal Group, a leading Intelligent Automation services company, has received the Global Business Solution Partner of the Year award for the second year in a row at Blue Prism World 2021, recognizing their excellence in delivering Blue Prism’s intelligent automation offering. This global award is for the partner who has created the most impactful solution, which includes Blue Prism as the platform for delivering a replicable business outcome within a specific sector, industry, or functional area. Reveal Group’s RoboSuite
New Dialpad integration with Intercom brings together the power of voice and chatSAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dialpad Inc., the industry leader in AI-powered communication and collaboration, today announced it has joined the Intercom App Partner Program to bring sales and support teams a seamless experience across voice and messaging. This new integration allows Intercom users to easily switch between Dialpad’s AI-powered calling and Intercom’s best-in-class business messenger during interactions with customers. Together with Intercom, Dialpad continues to help agents get the most out of every conversation and be productive from anywhere, on any device.
FOX News Digital Remains Most Engaged News Brand on Social Media for the 80th Straight MonthFOXBusiness.com Surpasses Forbes for Seventh Month in a RowNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FOX News Digital closed out the month of April surpassing CNN.com in total multiplatform minutes for the second consecutive month and outperforming all other news brands in the metric, totaling over 3.5 billion total multiplatform minutes, according to Comscore. April also delivered over 89 million total multiplatform unique visitors and nearly 1.7 billion total multiplatform views for the digital network, surpassing the
Imugene enhances portfolio with novel CD19-expressing oncolytic virus from City of Hope, a comprehensive cancer center in Los Angeles, California, to be developed in combination with CD19-CAR T cell therapyWorldwide exclusive licence to combine the oncolytic virus and cell therapy technologyLong patent lifePhase 1 clinical trial anticipated to commence in 2022Builds on Imugene’s deep oncolytic virus expertise
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NEW YORK & HONG KONG & SINGAPORE & SYDNEY & TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BTIG announced today that Andrew Dalgleish and Trevor Harrison have been named Co-Heads of BTIG Asia-Pacific. In addition, Samuel Leung has been named Chief Strategy Officer of BTIG Hong Kong Limited, reporting directly to Mr. Dalgleish and Mr. Harrison.They will each also continue in their current roles with the firm, where they focus on BTIG’s institutional, outsource and electronic trading clients in the region. Mr. Dalgleish is the current Chief Executive Officer of BTIG Australia Limited, Mr. Harrison, Chief Executive Officer of BTIG Singapore Pte. Ltd., and Head of BTIG Asia-Pacific Client Relationship Management, and Mr. Leung, Head of Electronic Trading and Technology for BTIG Asia-Pacific. In their new roles, they will assume full responsibility for developing a framework and blueprint for continued growth and success throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Mr. Dalgleish will continue to be based in Sydney, Australia while Mr. Harrison will remain Singapore-based. In addition to Mr. Leung’s current responsibilities in Hong Kong, he will assume operational oversight of the office together with Mr. Harrison.
New AI Models Power the Platform That Does The Work For Marketing, Sales, and Service TeamsCUPERTINO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today SugarCRM Inc. is bringing SugarPredict to marketing automation to facilitate rapid and reliable marketing lead qualification and prioritization through AI-powered predictive lead scoring. SugarPredict is a powerful AI engine that breaks down sales and marketing barriers holding back the full potential of CRM and marketing automation solutions. The launch reinforces Sugar’s new brand message and design which reflects the value of Sugar’s cloud-based, AI-driven platform for marketing, sales and customer service teams.
Leaders should base recruitment and promotion decisions on objective assessment data TRUMBULL, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#DandI--Unconscious bias could be preventing employers from hiring the best staff and improving business performance. A new report from Questionmark, the online assessment provider, argues that leaders should test the skills of workers so that they can make objective decisions on recruitment and promotion.
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Piedmont Lithium Inc. (NASDAQ:PLL, ASX:PLL) (Piedmont or Company) is pleased to advise that the scheme of arrangement (Scheme) to give effect to the re-domiciliation of Piedmont Lithium Limited (Piedmont Australia) from Australia to the United States of America has been implemented. All Piedmont Australia shares have been transferred to Piedmont. The Scheme consideration, comprising Piedmont CDIs and Piedmont shares, has been issued to Piedmont Australia shareholders and Piedmont Australia ADS holders respectively, other than ineligible foreign shareholders and small parcel holders who did not make an election (
Qwil Messenger’s customers can now benefit from managing chats with their clients directly from Salesforce LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Qwil Messenger today announced it has launched a new connector on Salesforce AppExchange, empowering customers to integrate their branded client chat service with Salesforce.The Qwil Messenger Salesforce Connector is currently available on AppExchange.Qwil Messenger
Study uncovers C-level attitudes on secure access as enterprises embrace the Everywhere WorkplaceSYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ivanti Inc., the automation platform that makes every IT connection smarter and more secure, today unveiled the findings of a Frost & Sullivan study it commissioned, entitled “Embracing Secure Access in a World of Rapidly Expanding Virtual Borders” – which investigates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cybersecurity and compliance attitudes and behaviors in Singapore, Australia and New Zealand.
Global Net Sales +20% to US$807.0 Million for the Fourth QuarterGlobal Adjusted EBIT +43% to US$173.1 Million for the Fourth QuarterAdjusted Net Income (NOPAT) +44% to US$124.9 Million for the Fourth QuarterEvery Operating Region Delivered Double-Digit Net Sales and Double-Digit EBIT Growth for the Fourth QuarterGlobal Net Sales +12% to US$2.9 Billion for the Fiscal YearGlobal Adjusted EBIT +29% to US$629.0 Million for the Fiscal Year
Acquisition expands EverCommerce’s fitness and wellness solutions into new international marketsDENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EverCommerce, a leading service commerce platform, has entered into an agreement to acquire Timely, a global appointment booking software company used by spas and salons across the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. Timely will join the EverCommerce suite of integrated SaaS solutions across business management, marketing, customer engagement, and billing and payments, enabling it to provide customers with added value and resources. Completion of the transaction is pending customary regulatory approvals.
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Current Research Shows Proenzymes Decreases Cell Proliferation and Migration, Induces Cell Differentiation, Impairs Angiogenesis and Reduces the Metastatic Potential of Cancer Stem CellsMELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Propanc Biopharma, Inc. (OTCQB: PPCB) (“Propanc” or the “Company”), a biopharmaceutical company developing novel cancer treatments for patients suffering from recurring and metastatic cancer, announced today that the Company’s scientific researchers, together with its joint research partners, Universities of Jaén and Granada, published key data in a peer reviewed journal, Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy, confirming the anti-tumor potential of a mixture of two pancreatic proenzymes trypsinogen and chymotrypsinogen. Treatment with proenzymes sensitizes cancer stem cells (CSCs) which may allow standard treatment approaches, like chemotherapy and radiotherapy to be more effective. Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy is a peer-reviewed medical journal covering research on all aspects of biological therapies. The article is entitled “
Demonstration plant will utilize the Company’s proprietary technology to produce commercial-grade high-purity oxide for U.S. rare earth magnet production.LITTLETON, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rare Element Resources Ltd. (the “Company” or “RER”) (OTCQB: REEMF) is pleased to provide an update regarding the progress of pre-award negotiations with the U.S. Department of Energy (“DoE”) relating to the Company’s selection, as a member of a consortium of companies, for a potential financial award of $21.9 million for the engineering, construction and operation of a rare earth separation and processing demonstration plant.
Specialty retailer brings convenient budgeting tool to customers online and in-storeSAN FRANCISCO & COPPELL, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$TCS #afterpay--The Container Store, leading specialty retailer of storage and organization solutions, and custom closets, and Afterpay, the leader of “Buy Now, Pay Later” payments, announced today that they will be bringing flexible spending to customers in-stores and online starting next month.
Revenues Returning as Cinemas Reopen Bank Debt Reduced Stockholder Equity IncreasedEarnings Call Webcast to Discuss Financial Results and COVID-19 Updates Scheduled to Post to Corporate Website on Wednesday, May 19, 2021CULVER CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reading International, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDI), an internationally diversified cinema and real estate company with operations and assets in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand, today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021 (“Q1 2021”) and certain events anticipated to have a material impact upon our Company going forward.
SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--James Hardie Industries plc (ASX: JHX; NYSE: JHX), the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement building solutions, will hold its 2021 Global Investor Day on 25 May 2021 from 7:00am – 9:15am Sydney, Australia time (24 May 2021 from 5:00pm - 7:15pm New York City, USA time), featuring the following agenda topics:Strategic PlanMarketing to Homeowners
Hyperion Metals has engaged Hatch, a leading engineering firm, to commence key engineering studies as part of a Scoping Study for the Titan Project in west Tennessee.Hatch is a top-tier multidisciplinary engineering firm with multiple locations in North America and extensive experience in U.S. critical mineral projects and will lead the design and project management of the Scoping Study.The Scoping Study is a key step in the development of the Titan Project in one of the most important critical mineral rich provinces in the USA.
MSO.LIVE brings exceptional performances to audiences everywhereMELBOURNE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brightcove Inc. (NASDAQ: BCOV), the global leader in video for business, today announced that the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) is using Brightcove to power its new digital platform MSO.LIVE to cast the Orchestra’s 2021 season in Australia and around the world. “Brightcove’s technology delivers a polished interface with exceptional quality of video and audio across multiple devices, to ensure we can deliver easily accessible, world-class digital experiences to all audiences,” said Sophie Galaise, Managing Director of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
Fantom has now become an Official Team Partner to Scuderia Alpha Tauri, or simply Alpha Tauri, for the Formula One™ 2021 season. This was announced ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix classic occurring next week. SYDNEY, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fantom is the world’s first smart contract platform, and it has been providing the cryptocurrency space with fast transactions and low costs. Fantom has experienced exponential growth over the past few months, having recently upgraded their software to Go-Opera, the fastest and most reliable version of Fantom yet. This has improved their TTF (time-to-finality) to about a second, yet again solidifying Fantom’s status as the fastest blockchain network to deploy on. They have also improved event emission efficiency, increasing network resiliency even during less-than-ideal conditions.