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Australia Evolves to Nationwide Next-Generation Emergency Call Handling with Comtech Solacom Technologies

Comtech Solacom’s Guardian call handling systems and solutions will manage all emergency calls for assistance in AustraliaMELVILLE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--November 20, 2019 -- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced today that its subsidiary, Comtech Solacom Technologies, Inc. (“Solacom”), which is part of Comtech’s Commercial Solutions segment, will provide call handling systems and solutions to Telstra as the initial answer point for the entire population of Australia, for efficient management of emergency calls from across the country. Telstra, the Australian telecommunications provider that is responsible for the country’s emergency call handling services, recently confirmed the nationwide deployment of Solacom’s Guardian systems and solutions when it announced the opening of a new, 24-hour Triple Zero contact center in Adelaide.

Rio Tinto’s Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender Delivers Exceptional Result

PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rio Tinto’s 2019 Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender collection of 64 rare pink and red diamonds from its iconic Argyle mine has delivered strong results reflecting intense global demand for the rare diamonds. The 2019 collection, the 35th Tender since the mine began production, saw double digit growth in the number of bids, with successful bidders coming from nine countries.

Worley and Arundo Launch The Data Refinery as a Global Hub for Advanced Analytics in Energy and Resources; Initial Product, DataSeer, Brings Unprecedented Speed and Accuracy to Engineering Diagram Information Extraction

The Data Refinery provides a global hub for Worley and its customers to engage with advanced analyticsJoint Worley and Arundo teams co-locate and collaborate in this spaceDataSeer is one of the initial products launched from The Data Refinery; it brings new speed and accuracy to processing engineering diagrams through deep learning and computer visionDataSeer reduces processing times by up to 90% versus manual approaches, with a machine-assisted workflow that typically achieves better than 99% accuracy

WP Engine Is Now Australia’s Largest WordPress Digital Experience Platform Provider

Doubles Number of ANZ Agency Partners While Ramping Investment in Australia’s Local and WordPress CommunitiesBRISBANE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WP Engine, the WordPress Digital Experience Platform (DXP), today announced it is now the largest WordPress DXP in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). As part of that growth, WP Engine’s customer base is now over 4,000 and the number of Australian and New Zealand (ANZ)-based agencies in the company’s Agency Partner Program (APP), the largest in WordPress, doubled its growth year-over-year.
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Triton Digital Releases Australian Podcast Ranker for 30 September through 27 October Reporting Period

SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Triton Digital®, the global technology and services leader to the digital audio and podcast industry, announced today the release of the second Australian Podcast Ranker.1 The ranker provides insight into the Top 100 Podcasts in Australia between 30 September and 27 October, as measured by Triton’s Podcast Metrics measurement service. Ten new entities debuted in the Top 100 Podcast ranker this reporting period, including

Civeo Appoints Carolyn Stone as Chief Financial Officer

HOUSTON & CALGARY, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Civeo Corporation (NYSE:CVEO) today announced that Carolyn J. Stone, currently the Company’s Chief Accounting Officer, has been appointed to the position of Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Civeo, effective immediately. In this role, Ms. Stone will lead the global finance, accounting, and treasury functions. Frank C. Steininger will remain with Civeo until his retirement in March 2020 and will focus on the Company’s strategic initiatives, as well as facilitating Ms. Stone’s transition into her new role.

Tourism Destination Market Insights Australia, 2019: Analysis of Source Markets, Infrastructure & Attractions, and Risks & Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Tourism Destination Market Insights: Australia (2019) - Analysis of source markets, infrastructure and attractions, and risks and opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This insight report includes an analysis of source markets, infrastructure and attractions, and assesses the risks and opportunities for Australia as a destination market.

Global Dividends Grew in Q3, but a Marked Slowdown Is Underway

18 November 2019 Dividends grew 2.8% on a headline basis to a third-quarter record of $355.3bn, up 5.3% in underlying termsUS dividends hit an all-time record, while Canada and Japan hit Q3 records; the UK was boosted by one-off special dividendsAustralia saw a big decline in dividends, and China showed weakness tooNo change in forecast for 2019 – Janus Henderson expects a record $1.43 trillion in dividends, up 3.9% year-on-year, equivalent to 5.4% on an underlying basis

Propanc Biopharma Advances POP1 Drug Discovery Program

Propanc Developing Backup Synthetic Compound to Lead Product Candidate, PRPMELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Propanc Biopharma, Inc. (OTC: PPCB) (“Propanc” or the “Company”), a biopharmaceutical company developing new cancer treatments for patients suffering from recurring and metastatic cancer, announced today that the POP1 research and drug discovery program has made significant advancements towards producing synthetic versions of the two proenzymes, trypsinogen and chymotrypsinogen. With the aim of producing large quantities of trypsinogen and chymotrypsinogen for commercial use, exhibiting minimal variation between lots and without sourcing the proenzymes from animals, the Company is undertaking a challenging research project in collaboration with the universities of Jaén and Granada, led by research scientist Mr. Aitor González, supported by Dr. Macarena Perán, Ph.D. and Dr. Julian Kenyon, M.D. as joint supervisors, representing the Universities and Propanc, respectively.

Newmont Goldcorp Looks Forward to Partnership with Saracen at KCGM in Australia

KCGM remains core asset for Newmont in favorable jurisdictionDENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$NEM--Newmont Goldcorp Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT) (Newmont Goldcorp or the Company) said it looks forward to a long and productive partnership with Saracen Mineral Holdings Ltd. (Saracen) at Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM) in Australia. Earlier today, Saracen announced an agreement to purchase Barrick Gold Corporation’s 50 percent stake in KCGM. Newmont Goldcorp will remain the operator of KCGM and continue to manage the mine according to its leading policies and standards.

Stibo Systems to Host MDM Conference in Melbourne

Event assembles leaders on data management to challenge and anticipate market trendsMELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stibo Systems, the only master data management (MDM) company focused on putting Your business first has announced its Master Data Management Conference in Melbourne, Australia, on November 28th at the Treetops Venue, Melbourne Museum. The conference provides a forum for business leaders across all industries to be at the nexus of ideas and policies that will impact the MDM marketplace. Attendees will explore critical topics such as industry data challenges, change enablement and readiness, customer centric design and protecting customer privacy.

NICE inContact Expands DEVone Partner Network with Australia-Based Lake Corporation

By enhancing its footprint within the APAC region, NICE inContact continues serving global customers with exceptional experiencesSALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NICE inContact (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced that Lake Corporation has joined the DEVone Ecosystem program as the first Australia-based DEVone partner, providing XCalibur Unified Agent Desktop application on CXexchange. This application helps reduce average handle times (AHT) for customer interactions, as agents can process more transactions and will be able to move in and out of multiple data systems quickly within compliance. Lake Corporation will lend expertise in intelligent contact centers, multi-media, and desktop automation to NICE inContact CXone

AVITA Medical Names David McIntyre as Chief Financial Officer

Appointment Enhances Executive Leadership Team as AVITA Medical Broadens Access to Investors and Continues Growth TrajectoryInterim CFO Tim Rooney Remains with Company as Chief Administrative Officer VALENCIA, Calif. & MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AVITA Medical (ASX: AVH, NASDAQ: RCEL), a regenerative medicine company with a technology platform positioned to address unmet medical needs in therapeutic skin restoration, announced today the appointment of David McIntyre as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective November 18, 2019. Mr. McIntyre will assume responsibility for overseeing the global finance and investor relations functions and will be based in AVITA’s Valencia office in California. Interim CFO Tim Rooney will continue in his role as AVITA Medical’s Chief Administrative Officer with responsibility for global operations and supply chain management, program management, human resources, and information technology.

Helios Distillery: Launch Event for Ryukyu Awamori, Japan's Oldest Distilled Liquor

Monday, December 9th, at Sydney's famous restaurant, LuMi!NAGO, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Helios Distillery, which manufactures and sells Awamori, which is a distilled liquor of Okinawa in the southernmost of Japan, will hold a launch event for a new product "Ryukyu Bijin 40% 700ml” at the famous Italian restaurant “LuMi Bar & Dining” in Sydney on Monday, December 9th. (Awamori, which is like SAKE, is one of Japan's leading alcoholic beverages.) "Ryukyu Bijin 40% 700ml” is a quality Awamori liquor suitable as a cocktail base, which was developed by incorporating new production methods based on the traditional way. Sales are planned not only in Japan but also in seventeen countries and regions (Europe, the United States and other Asian countries) where Helios Brewery exports its products with the exception of Awamori.

Lyka Raises $500,000 in Pre-seed Funding to Disrupt the Australian Dog Food Industry

SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Australia’s largest online tailored pet food subscription platform Lyka, announced it has raised AU$500,000 in a seed funding round to accelerate growth, expand its operations and expand its core team over the next 12 months. The funding round of $500,000 was secured in a lightning fast 6 weeks from opening their funding books, from an undisclosed network of individuals close to the entrepreneurs.

Australia Mobile Infrastructure, Mobile Broadband Market Report 2019 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Australia - Mobile Infrastructure, Mobile Broadband" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report provides an overview of the mobile broadband market in Australia, statistics and analyses of key market trends. It also provides data and analysis on a range of mobile technologies in Australia, an overview of the smartphone, tablet and handset market as well as an overview of the mobile spectrum market.

Grab the Wheel in the Newest Online Cross-Platform Kart Racing Game, KartRider: Drift!

Players Can Sign Up Now for the Exclusive Closed Beta Starting Early DecemberLONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#kartriderdrift--KartRider: Drift, the latest iteration of the highly successful kart racing game, KartRider, was revealed today at X019. Building upon its celebrated 15-year history, KartRider: Drift delivers all the action of its predecessor with even more drift challenges and deeper customization.

Dermira Presents New Scientific Research Findings from the Lebrikizumab Program at Leading International Itch Conference

- New findings in human sensory neurons highlight role of IL-13 in amplifying itch and lebrikizumab’s role in inhibiting itch signals in atopic dermatitis - Lebrikizumab Phase 3 program is currently enrolling adult and adolescent patients with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitisMENLO PARK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dermira, Inc. (NASDAQ: DERM), a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to bringing biotech ingenuity to medical dermatology by delivering differentiated, new therapies to the millions of patients living with chronic skin conditions, today announced that new scientific findings highlighting the role of interleukin-13 (IL-13) in amplifying itch and the role lebrikizumab plays in reducing itch, will be presented at the 10

Venafi Research Uncovers Suspicious Retail Look-Alike Domains Using Valid Certificates

Trusted certificates make phishing websites appear valid, leading to stolen sensitive account and payment dataSALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#BlackFriday--Venafi®, the leading provider and inventor of machine identity protection, today released research on the explosion of look-alike domains, which are often used to steal sensitive data from online shoppers. The company analyzed suspicious domains targeting 20 major retailers in the U.S., U.K., France, Germany and Australia and found over 100,000 look-alike domains that use valid TLS certificates to appear safe and trusted.

World’s Most Collaborative Companies Announced – SWOOP Analytics Report

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#EmployeeEngagement--SWOOP Analytics has released the world’s largest-ever analysis of Yammer communities, Microsoft’s social network for business, and announced the top performing companies for internal collaboration from around the world. SWOOP Analytics, the world’s leading Enterprise Social Network analysis company, released its findings at SWOOP Chat Chicago today after examining the collaboration behaviors of 98 organizations worldwide, representing more than 1.8 million employees and 15 million Yammer interactions over a six-month period.

First TGP Capacity Contract Transacted via Auction on CBL Markets Exchange Platform

First primary capacity transaction signals increased efficiency and transparency for Australian gas and energy marketsSYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CBL Markets (CBL), leading spot exchange operator for energy and environmental markets, and the Tasmanian Gas Pipeline (TGP), today announced they have facilitated the first primary capacity transaction via auction since their partnership was announced last year. This partnership provides a trading platform for primary capacity and in-pipe loan gas products for the TGP via short term storage capacity and loan gas auction.

Tetra Tech Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2019 Results

Fourth quarter revenue $842 million, up 14% Y/YFourth quarter adjusted net revenue $640 million, up 14% Y/YBacklog of $3.1 billion, up 16% Y/Y Q4-19 EPS $0.21; Adjusted Q4-19 EPS $0.88, up 17% Y/Y PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tetra Tech, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEK) today announced results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 29, 2019. Fourth Quarter ResultsTetra Tech achieved record quarterly results with all-time highs for revenue, net revenue, and backlog. Revenue in the fourth quarter totaled $842 million, up 14% year-over-year. Revenue, net of subcontractor costs

MapleStory Glory Update Brings New Anima Thief Class, and Events Coming on November 20

Update Delivers New Storyline After Major Triumph Over Black MageLOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#MapleStory--MapleStory, the iconic free-to-play global MMORPG from Nexon, is celebrating the defeat of the Black Mage with its latest game update, Glory: Strengthened Alliances. This marks the newest storyline following the overturn of Maple World’s legendary antagonist and will be available to players on November 20, 2019.

Blockchain Market Leader ShelterZoom Expands Its Asia-pacific Presence With Breakthrough Contract of Things (CoT) Technology

Australian and Chinese markets will be first regional beneficiaries of CoTNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ShelterZoom, the inventor of Contract of ThingsTM (CoTTM), the next milestone in the evolution of contracts, today announced its expansion into the Asia-Pacific market by adding several new regional talents to its team and setting the stage for a Melbourne, Australia, office opening in Q1 2020. This will be closely followed by a second Asia-Pacific office opening in China.

Sequans’ Monarch Selected by Inseego for New IoT Tracker Now Available to Consumers in Australia via Telstra

PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#IoT--Sequans Communications S.A. (NYSE: SQNS) announced that Inseego, a pioneer in 5G and IoT device-to-cloud solutions, has adopted Sequans’ Monarch GM01Q LTE-M module to provide the LTE connectivity for its new consumer IoT tracker, the Telstra Locator Cat M1 Tag, recently launched on the network of Telstra, Australia’s largest mobile operator. The Telstra Locator Cat M1 Tag by Inseego is an advanced tracker device of very small size and features the latest in IoT functionality.

AVITA Medical Announces Institutional Placement of A$120.0 Million to Support Commercial Growth and Pipeline Development

VALENCIA, Calif. & MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AVITA Medical (ASX: AVH, NASDAQ: RCEL), a regenerative medicine company with a technology platform positioned to address unmet medical needs in therapeutic skin restoration, announced today an institutional placement of A$120.0 million (Institutional Placement) to fund pipeline development of new indications, including optimizing support for clinical trials and development projects, as well as the Company’s continued U.S. commercial growth strategy.

New Telstra Locator Cat-M1 Tag Lets Australians Track their Valuables Nationwide

SAN DIEGO & SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#LTE--Today, Telstra announced its latest addition to the Telstra Locator product range with the launch of the new Telstra Locator Cat-M1 Tag. The new tag, developed in partnership with Inseego Corp. (Nasdaq: INSG), a leader in 5G and intelligent IoT device-to-cloud solutions, helps customers find the things that matter most to them. It is designed for personal valuables or business assets, from electrical equipment and toolboxes to trailers and vehicles. By attaching a Telstra Locator Cat-M1 Tag to their items, customers can use the Locator App to help find their possessions, combining the benefits of the Telstra Bluetooth community and Telstra’s LTE-M coverage area.

Tradeshift Announces Q3 2019 Results

Highlights include over 2x revenue growth and expansion in Latin America, Japan, Australia and more SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tradeshift, the leader in supply chain payments and marketplaces, today announced results from the third quarter of 2019, marked by international expansion in Australia, Japan, Mexico, and Brazil.Tradeshift’s third quarter growth stats announced today include:

Wipro Implements SAP S/4HANA® for Sydney Water

Deployment to enable next-generation transformation of customer self-serviceEAST BRUNSWICK, New Jersey & BANGALORE, India--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#CRM--Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO), a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company, today announced the successful implementation of SAP S/4HANA® software for Sydney Water, a statutory state-owned corporation wholly owned by the New South Wales Government. Wipro has also integrated modules of Industry-Specific Solution for the Utilities Industry (IS-U), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) globally for the customer.

Verrency Appoints Dickson Chu to Global Advisory Board

BBVA Global Executive and ex-Paypal Fintech Payments Expert MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global payment innovation company Verrency today announced the appointment of Dickson Chu, an accomplished payments executive and business builder, to its global advisory board. Mr. Chu has held leadership roles at prominent companies including Paypal, Wells Fargo, Yahoo!, Living Social and Citi, and is a board director and active advisor to a number of emerging payment companies. He is currently the head of BBVA’s San Francisco office for New Digital Businesses, where he has overall BBVA group responsibility for the governance, budget and strategic direction of BBVA’s growing global portfolio of Fintech businesses.

Spell & The Gypsy Collective Launches on Workarea Commerce Cloud to Support New Growth Initiatives

Omnichannel Australian Fashion Brand Expands Success Into New Channels and New MarketsPHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Workarea Commerce, a leading enterprise commerce platform, and Syatt Media, an eCommerce development, and growth studio, announced today that Spell & The Gypsy Collective, a growing Australia-based fashion brand, has launched on Workarea Commerce Cloud. Founded in 2009, the modern-bohemian fashion brand has seen steady growth and increasing interest in their product globally and across selling channels. With Workarea, the team embarks on the next phase of their business with a single technology platform to implement rich customer experience improvements across their websites and retail points of sale.

Lake Oswego-Based Bravo Fit LLC to Lead Planet Fitness Expansion in Australia

LAKE OSWEGO, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bravo Fit LLC, an Oregon-based franchisee and operator of Planet Fitness locations, today announced that it is leading Planet Fitness’ international expansion to Australia. The country's first official Judgement Free Zones® are located in the State of New South Wales in areas surrounding the city of Sydney.Planet Fitness announced that Bravo Fit Holdings Pty Ltd. (“Bravo AUS”) has signed an Area Development Agreement that will bring a minimum of 35 Planet Fitness locations to Australia over the next several years. Bravo is a joint venture among U.S. franchisees, Bravo Fit, LLC and PF Growth Partners, LLC and leading Australian fitness operator, Dallas Rosekelly’s Galactic Fitness Pty.

PolyMet reports results for period ended September 30, 2019

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PolyMet Mining Corp (“PolyMet” or the “company”) TSX: POM; NYSE American: PLM – today reported it has filed its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019. PolyMet is permitted to construct and operate the NorthMet copper-nickel-precious metals mine and processing plant located near Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota. The financial statements have been filed at www.polymetmining.com

Baraja Announces Partnership With Global Leader Macnica

Baraja to expand in Japan in support of Macnica’s new Industrial IoT and Autonomous Driving strategySYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#LiDAR--Baraja Pty Ltd, developers of Spectrum-Scan™ LiDAR, today announces partnership with Macnica, Inc., a $5B global leader in the distribution of high-technology products. The two companies have signed an agreement to bring Baraja’s innovative LiDAR platform to Japan’s automotive OEMs, and to partners on vehicle automation opportunities in the Japanese market across a range of industries including trains, delivery vehicles, construction, and heavy machinery.

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