Month: August 2020

호주 시드니, Aug. 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 전 세계에서 아웃소싱 시장 규모(계약금액 기준)가 가장 작은 아시아·태평양(아태) 지역 시장이 코로나-19 팬데믹에 따른 매니지드 서비스 분야 침체로 2분기 하락폭이 업계에서 가장 컸다고 글로벌 기술 연구 및 자문 기업인 Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III)이 보고서를 통해 밝혔다.연간 계약금액(ACV) 500만 달러 이상의 아웃소싱 상업 계약 규모를 집계하는 ISG Index™에 따르면, 아태지역 통합 시장(매니지드 서비스 및 클라우드 기반 서비스)의 당기 ACV는 19억 달러로 전분기 대비 24% 감소했다. 이는 팬데믹에 따른 우려와 더불어 지난해 2분기 기록이 사장 최대 규모였던 점도 감안해야 한다.매니지드 서비스 분야가 47% 감소한 5억 2,900만 달러, IT 아웃소싱(ITO) 분야가 42% 감소한 4억 7,700만 달러, 비즈니스 프로세스 아웃소싱(BPO) 분야가 71% 급감한 5,200만 달러를 기록하는 등 시장 전반에 걸쳐 하락세가 두드러졌다. 그러나 각종 ‘서비스화’ 분야는 지난해 대비 9% 하락한 14억 달러로 하락폭이 크지 않았다. 서비스 형태의 인프라(IaaS)와 소프트웨어 형태의 서비스(SaaS)는 각각 7%, 23% 감소한 12억 달러, 1억 6,500만 달러를 나타냈다. 통상적으로 이 지역 성장을 주도했던 ‘서비스화’ 분야는 2018년 4분기 이후 가장 약한 성장세를 보였다.스캇 버치(Scott Bertsch) ISG 아태지부장 겸 파트너는 “아태지역은 시장 규모가 비교적 작기 때문에 이번 분기를 넘어 올해 전반에 걸쳐 들쑥날쑥한 실적을...

Addison, TX, Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — American International Holdings Corp. (OTC Pink:AMIH) (the “Company”), through its newly formed subsidiary, ZipDoctor, Inc., is proud to announce the launch of www.ZipDoctor.co – a newly developed, monthly subscription based online telemedicine platform providing customers with unlimited, 24/7 access to board certified physicians and licensed mental and behavioral health counselors and therapists (“ZipDoctor”). ZipDoctor’s online telemedicine platform is available to customers across the United States and offers bilingual coverage (both English and Spanish), with virtual visits taking place either via the phone or through a secured video chat platform.ZipDoctor’s telemedicine platform does not require the customer to have an existing insurance plan and does not demand or require any...

BOULDER, Colo., Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AeroGrow International, Inc. (OTCQB: AERO) (“AeroGrow” or the “Company”), the manufacturer and distributor of AeroGardens – the world’s leading family of In-Home Garden Systems™ – announced today that it is has received the Schedule 13D Amendment filed by the Scotts Miracle-Gro Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on August 18, 2020.As announced on June 23, 2020, the Board of Directors of the Company has formed a Special Committee consisting of the Independent Directors and engaged Stifel to assist in conducting a broad review of strategic alternatives focused on maximizing shareholder value. The Special Committee will review the Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s 13D Amendment and is working closely with Stifel in considering the next steps...

SANTA MONICA, Kalifornien, Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Onica, ein Unternehmen von Rackspace Technology™ (NASDAQ: RXT) und Premier Consulting Partner im Amazon Web Services (AWS)-Partnernetzwerk (APN) sowie geprüfter AWS Managed Service Provider, hat heute seine neue Contact Center Intelligence (CCI) Post-Call Analytics-Lösung eingeführt, die auf AWS aufbaut. Die Lösung, die auf einer serverlosen Analyseplattform mit Amazon Comprehend und Amazon Transcribe basiert, soll die Art und Weise, Einblicke in Kundenanrufe zu erhalten, vereinfachen und beschleunigen.Da das Interaktionsvolumen in Kontaktzentren neue Spitzenstände erreicht, war es noch nie so wichtig, Kundenanfragen rechtzeitig zu beantworten und gleichzeitig die Kundendienstmitarbeiter motiviert zu halten. Neue Technologien geben Unternehmen die Möglichkeit, unabhängige...

Not for distribution to U.S. news wire services or dissemination in the United States.TORONTO, Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund (“Chemtrade” or the “Fund”) (TSX: CHE.UN) announced today a public offering (the “Offering”), on a “bought deal” basis, of $65 million principal amount of convertible unsecured subordinated debentures, at a price of $1,000 per debenture, with an interest rate of 8.50% per annum, payable semi-annually on the last day of March and September commencing on March 31, 2021 (the “Debentures”). The Debentures will mature on September 30, 2025.Chemtrade intends to redeem (the “Partial Redemption”) $90 million principal amount of its 5.25% convertible unsecured subordinated debentures due June 30, 2021 (the “2021 Debentures”), no later than September 30, 2020. As at the close of trading...

TORONTO, Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — African Gold Group, Inc. (TSX-V: AGG) (“AGG” or the “Company”) would like to announce that the Company continues to monitor the evolving political situation in Mali. Operations at Kobada Gold Project in Southern Mali remain unaffected and the Company is continuing its preparations for the upcoming exploration program, with 2 drill rigs already on site.The health and safety of AGG’s employees is our utmost priority. Regular updates will be provided as situation develops.About African Gold GroupAfrican Gold Group is a Canadian listed exploration and development company on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSX-V: AGG) with its focus on developing a gold platform in West Africa. Its principal asset is the Kobada Project in southern Mali. For more information regarding African Gold Group visit...

BOHEMIA, NY, Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via NEWMEDIAWIRE — AmpliTech Group, Inc. (OTCQB:AMPG): filed its 10Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2020 (“2Q”) on Friday, August 14th, 2020 with the following key metrics:Revenue for 2Q was $660,699 up $29,491 or 4.67% from the same quarter in 2019;Revenue in 2Q was significantly affected by the Covid-19 induced shutdown, where both the company was forced to close its facilities for approximately 8 weeks, and its customers and its customer’s supply chains were disrupted;Gross Profit and Gross Margin were negatively impacted in 2Q vs 2Q 2019, with the company reporting Gross Profit and margin of $225,988 and 34.2% in 2Q vs $360,766 and 57.2% in same quarter 2019;Adjusted 2Q EBITDA was $(144,394) as compared to $147,054 in the same quarter in 2019;Both Gross Margin and EBITDA were...

GOLDENDALE, Wash., Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Auscrete Corporation (OTC: ASCK) (the “Company”) Management announced that during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, Auscrete Corporation (ASCK) was able to advance negotiations on several revenue producing deals.  One such deal is being spearheaded by Mike Young, Vice President and CFO of Auscrete Corporation. Through discussions with representatives of the Veterans Administration in the States of Oregon and Washington, Mr. Young was introduced to a director of the “America for Veterans Foundation”. The Foundation is securing Federal Grant funds to construct a “Veterans Village Project” currently planned for an already secured acreage parcel, located in Vancouver, Washington. Auscrete’s architectural and design team have been working closely with the Foundation and have developed...

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GSI Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: GSIT), a leading provider of high-performance memory solutions for the networking, telecommunications, and military markets, and developer of the Gemini® Associative Processing Unit (APU) for Artificial Intelligence applications including facial recognition, drug discovery, and space and defense, announced that Douglas Schirle, Chief Financial Officer, and Didier Lasserre, Vice President of Sales and Investor Relations, will host one-on-one meetings at the Jefferies Virtual Semiconductor, IT Hardware & Communications Infrastructure Summit on Tuesday, September 1, 2020.This event is virtual. Please contact your Jefferies’ representative to secure a meeting time.ABOUT GSI TECHNOLOGYFounded in 1995, GSI Technology, Inc. is a leading provider of semiconductor...