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GA-ASI’s Predator A RPA Turns 25

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA‑ASI), a leading manufacturer of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems solutions, marks the 25th anniversary of its Predator A unmanned aircraft this month. Predator A completed its first flight in July 1994 and made its operational debut in 1995. More than 320 Predator A’s have been delivered to customers in support of global security throughout the world, and the product line remained in production until 2011. Predator A’s have flown close to 141,000 missions and over two million total flight hours. More than 90 percent of those hours were flown supporting combat missions.

Pakistan’s MCR Selects GetSwift for Last-Mile Delivery Technology at Pizza Hut

KARACHI, Pakistan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#delivery--MCR Pvt. Ltd., operator of Pizza Hut franchises across Pakistan, is pleased to announce it has selected software-as-a-service (SAAS) provider GetSwift Limited (ASX: GSW) for its last-mile delivery solutions.“Based on the success of GetSwift in other Yum Brands/Pizza Hut markets, GetSwift was a natural choice for us in Pakistan,” said Danyal Rashid, Executive Director of MCR. “We conducted an extensive implementation review to evaluate GetSwift on local parameters and concluded that GetSwift is the best option for us to offer the fastest delivery to our customers in Pakistan.”

Corindus Announces Regulatory Approval of CorPath GRX for Neurovascular Intervention in Australia and New Zealand

Expanded indication provides access to robotic technology in vascular procedures from head to toeWALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Corindus Vascular Robotics, Inc. [NYSE American: CVRS], a leading developer of precision vascular robotics, announced today that it received approval from the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration to commercialize its CorPath® GRX System for neurovascular interventions in Australia and New Zealand. The CorPath GRX System is already approved for percutaneous coronary and peripheral vascular interventions in the region.

AppyParking Closes £7.6 Million Series A Funding

Funding to accelerate the firm’s mission to make parking forgettable by digitising the kerb, helping unlock intelligent mobility for the public and private sector.LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AppyParking, the kerbside management and mobility technology firm that is transforming parking for motorists and empowering local authorities and car park operators to better manage their assets, announced that the company has just closed a £7.6 million Series A round.
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Imugene Enhances Portfolio with Compelling Oncolytic Virus from City of Hope, a Cancer Centre in Los Angeles, California

 FDA Investigational New Drug (IND) packageWorldwide, exclusive licence with long patent lifePhase 1 clinical trial anticipated to commence in 2020Ex-Viralytics members part of project team for development of the oncolytic virusSYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Australian immuno-oncology company Imugene Ltd (ASX:IMU), today announced that it would acquire Vaxinia Pty Ltd and separately acquire a worldwide exclusive licence to a promising oncolytic virus technology, known as CF33, developed at City of Hope, a world-renowned independent research and treatment centre for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases based in Los Angeles, California.

Propanc Biopharma Provides Update on Preparation of PRP for Clinical Trial Application Submission and Recently Completed Reverse Stock Split

MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Propanc Biopharma, Inc. (OTC: PPCBD) (“Propanc”), a biopharmaceutical company developing new cancer treatments for patients suffering from recurring and metastatic cancer, announced today an update on Propanc’s preparation of PRP, its anti-cancer lead product candidate, for clinical trial application submission and its recently completed reverse stock split.

Louise Hogan Joins Korn Ferry as Senior Client Partner

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) today announced Louise Hogan has joined the firm as a senior client partner. She specializes in healthcare and life sciences and is based in Korn Ferry’s Melbourne and Sydney offices. Hogan brings to the firm over 25 years commercial experience in health and life sciences and has held roles in corporate strategy, marketing, sales, research and development. She joins Korn Ferry from a global consulting and search firm where she was a principal in the healthcare and life sciences practice and was pivotal in building the firm’s business in Australia and New Zealand.

Accordo Group Unveils New Platform for Cloud Management and Business Growth

Accordo Cloud Optimizer Unlocks New Revenue Opportunities for Channel PartnersAUCKLAND, New Zealand & BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#Accordo--Accordo Group, a global B2B leader in technology lifecycle management and cloud optimization, announced today the launch of Accordo Cloud Optimizer, a comprehensive platform for cloud management and performance optimization. Powered by big data, predictive analytics and proprietary technology, Cloud Optimizer enables partners with dynamic visibility and actionable insights to continuously monitor and deliver on the promise of the cloud. With a unified view of their customers’ cloud environments, consumption trends and true costs, Cloud Optimizer empowers partners with automated alerts and targeted recommendations to strengthen cloud success and create new revenue streams.

Company Profile for simPRO Group

--(BUSINESS WIRE)--simPRO is a leading provider of business management cloud solutions for the trade and specialty contracting industry. Whether you’re a professional in security, plumbing, electrical, data networking, solar, fire or HVAC, simPRO eliminates the hassle of field service management, reduces paperwork, refines office processes, streamlines field operations, increases profit, maximizes your workforce, and enables more business growth.

Regulatory Trends in Select Asian Bone Mineral Density Solutions, 2019 Report - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Regulatory Trends in Select Asian Bone Mineral Density Solutions, 2017" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This study carries an observation of bone mineral density solutions in select Asian Countries (Australia, South Korea, and China); the regulatory trends for the same have been covered, highlighting the following:Product registration and regulatory approval process details in select Asian countries (such as the Therapeutic Goods Advertising (TGA) approval for Australia, the China Food and Drug Administration (CFDA) approval for China, and the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MDFS) approval for South Korea)

Employee Benefits in Australia 2019, 2019 Report - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Employee Benefits in Australia 2019" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The report provides in-depth industry analysis, information and insights of the employee benefits in Australia, including: overview of the state and compulsory benefits in Australia, detailed information about the private benefits in Australia, insights on various central institutions responsible for the administration of the different branches of social security and the regulatory framework of the employee benefits in Australia.

JRNI Solidifies Asia-Pacific Leadership with Record Year-Over-Year Growth

Company Rapidly Increases Customer Roster, Revenue, and Engagements in 2018SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JRNI PTY Ltd., formerly BookingBug, the leading customer engagement platform for omnichannel conversion, has solidified its leadership in Asia-Pacific by achieving record year-over-year growth.Over the past year, JRNI has grown its impressive roster of banking, retail, local and federal government, and telecommunications customers by 100 percent, and it has recorded a nearly 60 percent increase in year-over-year revenue. JRNI’s Asia-Pacific customers include ANZ, Bank of New Zealand, City of Sydney, and Border Bank

LeaseAccelerator Acquires Real Estate Administration SaaS Provider Guardian Global Systems

Acquisition Further Extends Company’s Differentiation in $5 Billion Real Estate and Property Management Software SectorRESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LeaseAccelerator, the pioneer in Enterprise Lease Accounting Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), today announced the acquisition of Guardian Global Systems, an Australian-based provider of Real Estate Administration SaaS to commercial and government organizations. Guardian Global will extend LeaseAccelerator’s portfolio of applications with an innovative solution to help real estate leaders manage the complexities of building, land, and property contracts, both leased and owned.

MapleStory M Celebrates Its One Year Anniversary With Summer Update and New Phantom Class

Pre-Register Now Until July 17 to Receive a Special Gift Box!LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#maplestorym--Leading mobile MMORPG, MapleStory M, is ringing in its one year anniversary in style with the introduction of the highly anticipated Phantom Hero, as well as a host of events and new systems. Players can pre-register now until July 17 in Phantom’s proposal Pre-Registration Event by tapping Phantom’s icon in-game to receive a special gift box with unique items including Unique Weapon Whetstone, Unique Armor Whetstone, Auto-Battle Charge Ticket and more.

Ceridian Report: Nearly Half of Australian Workers Looking for New Employment

Issues such as pay and job security impacting employee satisfactionMELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amidst a slowing economy and record levels of household debt, new research shows money matters are taking a toll on Australia’s workforce. The Australia Pay Experience Report, released today by global human capital management (HCM) company Ceridian HCM Holding Inc. (NYSE: CDAY; TSX: CDAY) and conducted by Hanover Research, reveals half of Australian workers (54 per cent) are unsatisfied with their level of pay, while the majority are challenged by financial matters that impact life at work and outside of work. The report revealed:

Ceridian to Transform HR in Australia with Launch of Dayforce Payroll

The Dayforce platform’s single application, with continuous pay calculations and deep workforce and talent management, answers market needMELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ceridian (NYSE:CDAY) (TSX:CDAY), a global human capital management (HCM) technology company, announced today the introduction of its industry-leading payroll capabilities to the Australian market with the launch of Dayforce Payroll.

Gartner Announces Gartner ReimagineHR 2019 Conferences in Sydney, London and Orlando

--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#CHRO--Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT)What: Gartner ReimagineHR Conference 2019 When/Where:August 6-7, 2019 – Hilton Sydney, Sydney, Australia September 18-19, 2019 — Park Plaza Westminster, London, U.K. October 28-30, 2019 — Hilton Orlando, Orlando, FLDetails: Gartner ReimagineHR is the premier event for HR leaders around the world. Join Gartner and senior HR executives to hear key insights and learn actionable strategies necessary to support organizational performance. Gartner ReimagineHR will be held August 6-7 in Sydney

Sigilon Therapeutics Presents Data Demonstrating Feasibility of Shielded Living Therapeutics™ Platform for Hemophilia A at ISTH 2019 Congress

CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sigilon Therapeutics today presented preclinical data demonstrating the feasibility of cellular therapies for bleeding disorders developed with the company’s Shielded Living Therapeutics™ platform, which was designed to deliver functional cures for chronic diseases. The data were shared in an oral presentation at the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) 2019 Congress in Melbourne, Australia.

Nearly One-Third of Citizens Unaware of Digital Government Services, Accenture Survey Finds

Most citizens who use digital government services are satisfied with themARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The majority (61%) of citizens who use digital government services are satisfied with their experiences, according to results of a multi-country survey from Accenture (NYSE:ACN). However, almost one-third (31%) of citizens surveyed said they don’t use or know how to access any government digital service.

Genentech Presents a Broad Range of Data for Hemlibra (Emicizumab-kxwh) Demonstrating Continued Benefits for People With Hemophilia A at the ISTH 2019 Congress

– New analyses from Phase III HAVEN studies support Hemlibra’s sustained efficacy, safety and quality of life benefit in people with hemophilia A, with and without factor VIII inhibitors –– First data of Phase IIIb STASEY study reinforces safety profile of Hemlibra seen in pivotal HAVEN 1 clinical trial –– New analysis of pivotal data suggests additional factor treatment may not be needed for people on Hemlibra undergoing certain minor surgeries –

Aspect Software Announces Aspect Via™ Workforce Management for Microsoft Azure

Platform solution provides a shared set of best-of-breed services for contact center workforce management operations WESTFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today Aspect Software announced support of Microsoft Azure for its flagship Aspect Via™ Platform, a cloud solution for Contact Center Workforce Management. This evolution of the Aspect Via Platform, initially delivered as a Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) in Amazon Web Services, is designed to offer new deployment options for Aspect customers who require a choice in Cloud Services.

Oscar Wylee Announces Opening of First 2 Stores in Western Australia

● Oscar Wylee’s first 2 stores in WA are in Lakeside Shopping Centre, Joondalup City and Westfield Carousel, Cannington ● Perth locals can buy 2 pairs of high quality frames for $199 and standard multifocal lenses FREE from our $169 glasses rangePERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--It is with great excitement that Oscar Wylee announces the opening of its first 2 stores in Western Australia. The stores cater to the optometry needs of Perth locals and showcase a range of affordable, high-quality eyewear products.

Smilegate Entertainment Officially Launched VR Game ‘Focus on You’ and ‘Rogan: The Thief in the Castle’ Globally

SEONGNAM, South Korea--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#CROSSFIRE--Smilegate Entertainment announced on July 8 that it has officially launched its dating adventure VR game, FOCUS on YOU and stealth action adventure VR game, ROGAN: The Thief in the Castle. FOCUS on YOU is a VR game in which player, as a high school student fond of photography, can go on a date with the female character HAN YUA at virtual places including a cafe, school, and resort area, enjoying various activities such as photo shoot together.

Australian TV Forecasts 2017-2019 & 2024 - Commentary on the Main Players & Developments - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Australia TV Forecasts" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This 23-page PDF report covers the converging pay TV and OTT TV episode and movie sectors.The report covers the following:OTT TV & Video Insights: Commentary on the main players and developmentsForecasts: OTT TV & Video Forecasts for every year from 2017 to 2024Chart: OTT TV & video revenues by source (AVOD, TVOD, DTO, SVOD) for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2024

Janus Henderson to Report Second Quarter 2019 Results

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Janus Henderson Group plc (NYSE/ASX: JHG) will announce its second quarter 2019 results on Wednesday 31 July 2019 at 4am EDT, 9am BST, 6pm AEST. A conference call and webcast to discuss the results will be held at 8am EDT, 1pm BST, 10pm AEST. Those wishing to participate should call:From: United Kingdom0800 358 6377 (toll free)US and Canada800 239 9838 (toll free)

NB Global Corporate Income Trust Offer Raises Maximum $476M

Broadens Access to Global Fixed Income for Australian ClientsSYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global investment manager Neuberger Berman announced that the capital raise by way of Entitlement and Shortfall offers (“the Offer”) for the NB Global Corporate Income Trust (ASX:NBI, or “the Trust”) has raised $476 million. Closed on 27 June, the Offer achieved its maximum potential raise. NBI invests in the corporate bonds of large and liquid companies around the world. The Trust targets a net distribution of 5.25% per annum (net of fees and expenses)

Denodo Receives Highest Overall Rating in the 2019 Gartner Peer Insights “Voice of the Customer”: Data Integration Tools

SINGAPORE & SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Denodo, the leader in data virtualization, today announced that it has been recognized for receiving the highest Overall Rating in the Gartner, Gartner Peer Insights “Voice of the Customer”: Data Integration Tools, 18 January 2019. Rated 4.9 out of 5 overall by end-user professionals who have experienced purchasing, implementing and/or using the solution, Denodo scored the highest in four out of five categories which include: Willingness to Recommend (100%), Product Capabilities (4.8 out of 5), Evaluation and Contracting (4.8 out of 5), and Integration and Deployment (5.0 out of 5).* The complete list of 64 Peer Insights user reviews and ratings can be seen here

Deputy Adds Innovation Leader Alison Deans to the Roster

High-growth startup Deputy announced today the appointment of business leader, advisor and investor Alison Deans to its Board of Directors ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#CloudbasedMobileWorkforce--Deputy, recently called one of Australia’s most valuable startups by the Australian Financial Review, announced this week the successful appointment of former Netus Pty Ltd CEO Alison Deans as an independent Director on its board.

The Digitalization of the Water and Wastewater Market in Australia, Forecast to 2022 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Digital Transformation in the Australian Water and Wastewater Market, Forecast to 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The key factors that promote digital transformation in Australia's water and wastewater market are: the increasing need to optimize performance and efficiency, focus on customer service improvements, billing revenue and accuracy, and the need to reduce non-revenue water loss. This study investigates the digitalization of the water and wastewater market in Australia, whereby the primary focus of Australian utilities is on digital expenditure across the network rather than only smart water meter roll-outs. Large, urban utilities tend to show greater digital maturity, as well as the willingness and capacity to invest in digital transformation than small, rural utilities.

Takeda to Demonstrate Global Leadership in Hematology at ISTH 2019

48 presentations and sessions to showcase Takeda’s hematology gene therapy pipeline and leading factor portfolio CAMBRIDGE, Mass. & OSAKA, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) (“Takeda”), the global biotechnology leader in rare diseases, will present research covering a broad range of rare bleeding disorders at the 27th Annual International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis Congress (ISTH), July 6-10, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. Showcased in 10 oral presentations and 38 poster presentations, these data underscore Takeda’s pursuit of treatment innovation to achieve optimized and personalized patient care in hematology.

RadarScope Now Available with Australia Radars

App allows users to access near real-time weather radar information across the country MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#DTN--DTN, the leading weather insights and information provider, is bringing RadarScope for iOS and Android to Australia. With the introduction of RadarScope 3.9, the app now features support for 51 radars operated by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology. RadarScope has become well-known through North America and parts of Asia for providing near-real-time or real-time radar data, supporting businesses and individuals who need to stay on top of rapidly changing weather conditions.

FOX News Channel Marks 70 Consecutive Quarters as the Most-watched Cable News Network in Total Day and Primetime

FNC Continues to Dominate All of Basic Cable in Total Day and Primetime for Month of June and Second Quarter 2019“Hannity” and “Tucker Carlson Tonight” Finish June and 2Q’2019 as the Number One and Number Two Rated Programs in Cable News Across Total Viewers and 25-54 Demo, RespectivelyNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FOX News Channel (FNC) finished the second quarter of 2019 marking 70 consecutive quarters as the most-watched cable news network in total day and primetime among total viewers, according to Nielsen Media Research. During 2Q’19, FNC averaged 1.3 million total viewers and 227,000 with A25-54 in total day. In primetime, FNC delivered 2.4 million total viewers and 373,000 in the 25-54 demographic, notching 45 consecutive quarters as the top-rated cable news channel in prime with A25-54 and besting MSNBC and CNN across the board.

Octapharma to Present New Data on Management of People with Haemophilia A or von Willebrand Disease at ISTH 2019

LACHEN, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New scientific data on Octapharma’s Haematology portfolio will be presented at the upcoming 27th Congress of the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH), taking place in Melbourne, Australia, from 6 to 10 July 2019.Five abstracts have been accepted for poster presentation at the Congress. The presentations include data from real-world experience with Nuwiq

MYPINPAD Global Expansion Continues with the Opening of New Zealand Office

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#fintech--MYPINPAD, the global leader in secure personal authentication solutions announces the opening of a new office in Auckland, New Zealand. This significant investment in infrastructure and staff further demonstrates MYPINPAD’s commitment to deliver and support its PIN on Mobile technology across the globe. This technology allows every day smart phones and tablets to become payment acceptance devices with the ability to securely capture card holder PINs.

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