Tuesday, February 12, 2019

Investorideas.com - Homebuilder and Construction #Stocks Closeup: (NASDAQ: $BLDR) (OTC: $IVST) (NYSE: $SUM) (TSX: $CWX.TO)

Investorideas.com - Homebuilder and Construction #Stocks Closeup: (NASDAQ: $BLDR) (OTC: $IVST) (NYSE: $SUM) (TSX: $CWX.TO)



Homebuilder and Construction #Stocks Closeup: (NASDAQ: $BLDR) (OTC: $IVST) (NYSE: $SUM) (TSX: $CWX.TO)


New York, NY and Delta, BC - February 12, 2019 (Investorideas.com Newswire) Investorideas.com, a leading investor news resource covering construction and homebuilder stocks releases a snapshot looking at companies in the sector whose financials reflect steady organic growth expectations for 2019.
In recent news, Dodge Data & Analytics (https://www.construction.com) released its 2019 Dodge Construction Outlook which predicts that total US construction starts for 2019 will be $808 billion, staying essentially even with the $807 billion estimated for 2018.
They also noted, "There are, of course, mounting headwinds affecting construction, namely rising interest rates and higher material costs, but for now these have been balanced by the stronger growth for the U.S. economy, some easing of bank lending standards, still healthy market fundamentals for commercial real estate, and greater state financing for school construction and enhanced federal funding for public works."
An indicator of the global outlook bullishness was the Sika (SIKA.VX) $2.5 billion Parex acquisition, the biggest deal in the European sector since July 2015.
Another positive sign - Zack's Research reported last week, "Beacon Roofing Supply (NASDAQ: BECN) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.60 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.56 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.68 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 7.14%"
Expectations are high for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLDR) who will hold a conference call and webcast on Friday, March 1st, to discuss the company's fourth quarter 2018 financial results.
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Builders FirstSource is the largest US supplier of building products, prefabricated components and value-added services to the professional market segment for new residential construction and repair and remodeling. The company operates in 40 states with approximately 400 locations and has a market presence in 75 of the top 100 Metropolitan Statistical Areas.
Innovest Global Inc. (OTC:IVST), a conglomerate with operations in commercial and industrial products and services, biotechnology, construction and building materials, reported strong growth in its Construction & Building Materials Division, anchored by ANS, which closed four new members in January and February, adding an expected $5.2 million dollars in revenue for 2019.
These early gains support Innovest's guidance released last week of 20% organic growth to $50 million in gross company sales for 2019, and strongly reinforces Innovest's focus on adding value to the company.
The annual letter recaps the journey from a seven-employee company at the beginning that generated $58,000 in revenue, to ending 2018 on a $40 million annual revenue run-rate with a conglomerate of operating businesses spanning various industries and 75 employees.
Summit Materials, Inc. (NYSE: SUM), a leading vertically integrated construction materials company, recently announced its results for the fourth quarter and full year 2018.
Summit's net revenue increased 9.0% in the year ended December 29, 2018 as compared to 2017, primarily due to acquisitions, offset by decreases caused by less favorable weather conditions in 2018. Net income and Adjusted EBITDA for the full year 2018 were also lower than in 2017 due to the same factors that impacted the quarterly results.
Tom Hill, CEO of Summit Materials, stated "although we continued to face input cost headwinds in the fourth quarter, we were very pleased to see our organic average sales prices for aggregates increased by 6.5% in the fourth quarter as compared to a year ago. We have also announced our cement price increases for 2019 which will go into effect in the next few months. We continue to believe end market fundamentals remain intact for the construction industry, as well as cement specifically, going into 2019."
CanWel Building Materials Group Ltd. (TSX:CWX.TO) also released its third quarter 2018 financial results which showed increased revenues of 10.5% to $350.2 million when compared to $316.8 million in the same period in 2017. Sales increased largely due to the inclusion of the results from the Honsador Building Products Group Acquisition and the Company's continuing focus on its product mix strategies and target customer base.
As more companies like Innovest Global, Builders FirstSource and Beacon Roofing report financials supporting market expectations, investors can expect them to build on this success.
For investors following construction, homebuilder and real estate stocks, Investor Ideas has created a directory of publicly traded companies in the sector.
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Monday, February 11, 2019

Investorideas.com - Investor Ideas Potcasts #Cannabis News and Stocks on the Move: (NYSE: $ACB) (TSX: $ACB.T), (CSE: $GGB.C) (OTCQB: $GGBXF), (TSX.V: $PURE.V) (OTC: $PRCNF), (OCTQB: $STNN) (CSE: $TRUL.C)

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Good afternoon and welcome to another Investorideas.com "potcast", looking at cannabis news, stocks to watch as well as insights from thought leaders and experts.
Today we are looking at announcements from Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NYSE: ACB) (TSX: ACB), Green Growth Brands Inc. (CSE: GGB) (OTCQB: GGBXF), Pure Global Cannabis Inc. (TSX.V:PURE) (OTC: PRCNF), Emerald Plants Health Source (OCTQB: STNN) and Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL).
Aurora Cannabis Inc. announced today that it has completed its first commercial export of cannabis oil to the United Kingdom (UK) and the product has been successfully dispensed from a pharmacy. Authorities there recently granted the Company approval for its first shipment of medical cannabis into the UK from Canada under its new legal framework that came into effect on November 1, 2018.
Under the new UK framework, specialist doctors can legally issue prescriptions for cannabis-based medicines when they agree that their patients could benefit from this treatment.
"Being one of the first Canadian companies to commercially supply cannabis-based medicines into the UK under the new legal framework reflects Aurora's ability to do business in international markets that have complex and evolving regulatory systems," said Neil Belot, Chief Global Business Development Officer. "Aurora continues to grow its international footprint, which now includes the UK, a country with a population of approximately 66 million people. Regardless of the barriers we may be faced with, we are focused on helping patients around the world get access to the medicine they need."
Green Growth Brands Inc. today announced that it has entered into an agreement through which the Company will gain access to 108 prime shop locations in U.S. malls owned and operated by the Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE: SPG). Pursuant to the arrangement, GGB will further expand its chain of CBD-infused personal care product shops under the Seventh Sense Botanical Therapy ("Seventh Sense") brand and other GGB brands. The Seventh Sense brand offers high quality CBD-infused products at affordable prices.
"Our partnership with Simon allows GGB to launch our brands and CBD products in premier shopping destinations across the U.S.," said Peter Horvath, CEO of GGB. "Our management team has had decades of experience working closely with developers and operating premium retail stores in their properties. We know this arrangement gives us access to the best locations, foot traffic, and consumers. We look forward to introducing our remarkable retail experience and line of CBD products to Simon shoppers in the near future."
Simon is the largest shopping mall operator in the United States1, and its high-profile properties include Roosevelt Field in metro New York; The Galleria in Houston, TX; and Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in Central Valley, NY. The expansive nature of the relationship with Simon makes it the first of its kind in the CBD industry and will give GGB access to entire markets of new customers at many of the nation's most productive retail locations.
Pure Global Cannabis Inc. an integrated, growth-oriented life sciences and consumer products cannabis company, operating through its wholly-owned subsidiary PureSinse Inc., and Emerald Plants Health Source announced that the companies have entered into a memorandum of understanding through which the parties shall seek to enter into a cannabis wholesale supply agreement whereby PureSinse will purchase 1,000 kg of dried flower from EPHS. The total quantity will be shipped periodically throughout a 12-month period commencing on or about July 2019, as product becomes available.
Since obtaining its sales license last month PureSinse has been focused on securing high quality, differentiated inputs. The Supply Agreement will allow the Company to expand its product offerings to medical patients, support product demands from Spark Cannabis Clinic, and diversify its consumer channel strategy with adult use products.
EPHS is located in downtown Montreal. By focusing on the development of unique genetics, a distinct cultivation methodology and a commitment to quality, EPHS intends to establish itself as a premium 'craft' producer.
"We are continuously looking for ways to get the highest quality products for distribution to our clinics, patients, and our online customers. This collaborative, forward-looking arrangement between PureSinse and EPHS meets a shared goal and vision; to deliver outstanding cannabis products to the sector" says Malay Panchal, President and CEO of Pure Global. "With their decades growing experience coupled with meeting Health Canada requirements, we anticipate that EPHS' production method will produce wholesale supply that meets our quality policy."
Trulieve Cannabis Corp. announced today that it has signed an agreement with Colorado-based Love's Oven, LLC to bring their edible cannabis-infused baked goods, craft concentrates, and other products to Florida's growing patient base.
Based in Denver, Colorado, Love's Oven is a family-run cannabis company committed to creating high-quality products, using all-natural ingredients sourced locally and organically, and using a proprietary extraction method designed to ensure consistency and effectiveness. Over the past decade, Love's Oven has built a reputation for crafting clean, natural products while remaining innovative, approachable, and potent.
"Love's Oven specifically crafts their products to be the highest-quality available on the market and is dedicated to helping patients achieve relief from everything from chronic pain to insomnia and other ailments. Their products are not only delicious, they're clean, organic, and, most importantly, all natural, which is what Trulieve has focused on since the beginning," said Trulieve CEO Kim Rivers. "Their products are an effective, reliable treatment option for patients seeking relief in innovative ways."
Love's Oven has grown their product line over their 10 years in business, expanding to include edible cannabis-infused baked goods, beverages, and more artisan confections, in addition to their signature Concentrated Love™ concentrates and distillate. Once all regulatory approvals are obtained, Love's Oven cannabis-infused products will be available exclusively in Florida through Trulieve. At this time, there can be no assurance as to the timing and scope of regulatory approval for the edible cannabis products, when and if it is obtained.
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Investorideas.com Newswire - The AI Eye: TaylorMade Golf Looks to Oracle (NYSE: $ORCL) Autonomous Database, NICE (NasdaqGS: $NICE) to Host Global Policing Summit and Showcase Transformative Tech

Investorideas.com Newswire - The AI Eye: TaylorMade Golf Looks to Oracle (NYSE: $ORCL) Autonomous Database, NICE (NasdaqGS: $NICE) to Host Global Policing Summit and Showcase Transformative Tech



The AI Eye: TaylorMade Golf Looks to Oracle (NYSE: $ORCL) Autonomous Database, NICE (NasdaqGS: $NICE) to Host Global Policing Summit and Showcase Transformative Tech

AI in Supply Chain Market to Hit $6.548 Billion by 2024 at CAGR of 44.76%


Point Roberts, WA and Vancouver, BC - February 11, 2019 (Investorideas.com Newswire) Investorideas.com (www.investorideas.com), a global investor news source covering Artificial Intelligence (AI) brings you today's edition of The AI Eye - watching stock news, deal tracker and advancements in artificial intelligence.
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AI in Supply Chain Market to Hit $6.548 Billion by 2024 at CAGR of 44.76%

A report from Zion Market Research projects that the AI in supply chain market will reach $6.548 billion USD by 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 44.76 percent in the forecast period 2018-2024. An excerpt from the report summary reads:
Increasing need for big data analytics in the supply chain management is expected to drive the expansion of the global AI in supply chain market across the globe. Earlier supply chain management used operation research and statistics for optimizing the goals to match the demand and supply. Additionally, the development of big data analytics has brought new opportunities in the supply chain analytics to improve a business' operational efficiency. Growing adoption of machine learning to make predictions and find insights in collected data will be anticipated to escalate the growth of AI in supply chain market globally. The use of machine learning in supply chain management helps in increasing customer service levels and customer preference for new products and services in order to optimize inventory levels and replacement plans. Furthermore, increasing demand for greater visibility and transparency in supply chain management is boosting the demand for AI in supply chain market. Remote sensing, connected devices, telematics, and vehicles together generate a massive amount of valuable data. Turning this data into valuable insights is one of the major challenges of organizations involved in the supply chain and logistics industry. In addition, difficulties in data integration from multiple sources might hinder the growth of the global AI in supply chain market. Nonetheless, improved customer service, cost saving, and improved security are the major advantages of cloud-based supply chain management solutions. Therefore, the cloud-based supply chain management solutions will gain traction for AI in supply chain market during the forecast period.

TaylorMade Golf Looks to Oracle Autonomous Database, NICE to Host Global Policing Summit and Showcase Transformative Tech and Nuance Unveils Ambient Clinical Intelligence (ACI)

Stocks discussed: (NYSE:ORCL) (NasdaqGS:NICE) (NasdaqGS:NUAN)

Oracle Corporation (NYSE:ORCL), through its Oracle Autonomous Database, will be underpinning the cloud modernization of TaylorMade Golf. According to the press release, "Oracle Autonomous Data Warehouse provides TaylorMade with the ability to scale as needed for planned business initiatives" , "works with TaylorMade's existing business analytic tools to drive faster analysis to rapidly adjust sales strategies as needed" and "gives TaylorMade the tools they need to pinpoint opportunities for business diversification".
NICE Ltd. (NasdaqGS:NICE) will be hosting a Transformational Global Policing Summit at Chelsea Football Club in London, where it will showcase and demonstrate its transformative technologies in digital evidence management and robotic automation. Chris Wooten, Executive Vice President of NICE, said:
"Mounting digital evidence is on a collision course with outdated technology, decades-old investigative processes and resources that are being stretched to the limit, all creating the perfect storm. It's a now or never moment for the transformation of policing and as such this is a must-attend event for every force, whatever the stage of their digital evidence management planning."
Nuance Communications, Inc. (NasdaqGS:NUAN) has unveiled Ambient Clinical Intelligence (ACI), a healthcare information technology described as a "disruptive AI innovation from Nuance" that "will power the exam room of the future and reinvent the doctor-patient experience in healthcare". Dr. Shafiq Rab, senior vice president and CIO at Rush University Medical Center said:
"This is game-changing. The impact that Nuance's Ambient Clinical Intelligence will bring to the exam room defies what we thought was possible. We're honored to be a strategic development partner with Nuance to close the gap between clinical conversation and clinical documentation. Nuance's focus to methodically unencumber providers from administrative burden, while preserving the patient story and supercharging the electronic health record workflow will have great impact on the way we all experience healthcare."
Sam Mowers, Investorideas.com

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Investorideas.com - #CryptoCorner: Philippines Bank Launches #Crypto #ATMs, Indian Gov’t Worried About Destabilizing Effect of Crypto, Two Remittance Firms Adopt RippleNet and Bank of Spain Warns Against Unregulated Crypto Space

Investorideas.com - #CryptoCorner: Philippines Bank Launches #Crypto #ATMs, Indian Gov’t Worried About Destabilizing Effect of Crypto, Two Remittance Firms Adopt RippleNet and Bank of Spain Warns Against Unregulated Crypto Space



#CryptoCorner: Philippines Bank Launches #Crypto #ATMs, Indian Gov’t Worried About Destabilizing Effect of Crypto, Two Remittance Firms Adopt RippleNet and Bank of Spain Warns Against Unregulated Crypto Space

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Point Roberts, WA and Delta, BC - February 11, 2019 (Investorideas.com Newswire) Investorideas.com, a leader in crypto and blockchain investing news, in partnership with Fit Pay, Inc.'s (subsidiary of NXT-ID (NASDAQ: NXTD) crypto payment tech, Flip and the Genesis Exchange and Wallet App bring you today's edition of the Crypto Corner podcast and commentary on what's driving the cryptocurrency market.
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As last Friday wore on the crypto market mounted a bit of a rally, bringing total market capitalization from $116 billion going into the weekend to $121 billion at press time, according to CoinMarketCap. Bitcoin (BTC) starts this week off trading at $3655, followed by Ether (ETH) at $121, which has recently reclaimed its number 2 spot in terms of market cap, and XRP, which is trading for $0.30. Litecoin (LTC), which surged last week to become the fourth most valued cryptocurrency by market cap, has maintained its position there despite having dropped about six percent in the last 24 hours.
Philippine bank UnionBank is launching a crypto ATM, according to a report from local outlet PhilStar. The ATMs will be two-way, allowing users to purchase cryptocurrency with cash or selling it for cash. A statement from UnionBank reads:
"In the bank's continued quest to cater to the evolving needs and tastes of customers, including clients who use virtual currency, the ATM will provide these clients an alternative channel to convert their pesos to virtual currency and vice versa."
Quartz India reports that the Indian government is worried about the possible destabilizing effects cryptocurrency adoption may have on the rupee. The article quotes an anonymous source from a high-level government panel in charge of drafting legislation in for the crypto space.
"If bitcoin and other digital currencies are going to be allowed to be used for payments then whether it will end up destabilising the fiat currency is a major concern for them [the panel]. The overall impact on the financial ecosystem that it is likely to have is still unclear and it has been a challenge to convince them on this particular point."
CoinDesk reports that two remittance firms, UAE Exchange and Unimoni, have "gone live" with blockchain-based RippleNet payments technology. RippleNet allows real-time cross-border remittances, including international clients of the two firms in Thailand. Finablr, which owns the two firms, said the remittance service was launched in partnership with Siam Commercial Bank in Thailand. Finablr director and CEO Promoth Manghat said:
"The adoption of blockchain opens up considerable potential to streamline remittances and provide a frictionless, fast and secure payments experience."
The Bank of Spain issued a notice yesterday warning citizens against the potential dangers of using cryptocurrencies. The document emphasizes the lack of regulations in the crypto space in Spain, noting that users of cryptocurrencies have no real legal recourse if funds are stolen or a transaction goes wrong.
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Investorideas.com - Why should we use #tokenization to keep our data secure? @tokenize_it



Why should we use #tokenization to keep our data secure? @tokenize_it


February 11, 2019 (Investorideas.com Newswire) It shouldn't be a mystery that a lot more information and data is being allocated online every day. Though the general public is either alarmed about it or careless. Experian took it upon themselves to research on this subject. What the information business was able to retrieve in the United States only, showed not so good results, almost fifty percent of the organizations under study had security issues or breaches in the las 10 months.
These days, customers are oriented more and more to evolve their financial behaviors and include activities such as digital banking and financial technologies -like virtual currency, mobile payments, peer-to-peer payments and mobile wallets- tokenization is one of the most important new technologies merchants can leverage to contain cybercriminal access to the customer's payment information.
What does tokenization bring and why is it important for any business that accepts credit and debit cards?
Tokenization reassigns a consumer's personal account information with what they call a"surrogate" number, such as what the call "a token". This token is not the same number shown on the card along the expiration date. It does not tie back to the account owner, or correlate this to his/her account, other than for use by the intended parties involved in transaction processing.
Usually the card holder is not aware that such "token" has been assigned to his/her card or know what the token represents. At the same time, the token should not change the customers experience during the time when the transaction is taking place.
IN the case of mobile wallets, which house any number of customer accounts within the mobile wallet, tokenization will ensure that a customer's card information is not permanently stored on a mobile provider's server, one that could be hacked. A breach isn't totally prevented, but the probabilities decrease in large numbers.
Though the payment industry constantly improves their own security methods and take further steps such as tokenization, rest assured that an added layer has been included in the new EMV smart cards industry in the US. Tokenization is an added layer of protection in payment processing.
EMV Payment Tokenization Specification Framework" address security for "card present" transactions" (when the customers is making physical use of the card to make a payment).
Tokenization can prevent the fraudulent use of account data during processing and data transmission; including payment transactions initiated at a point of sale, in e-commerce, and those that use emerging payment technologies like mobile or digital wallets.
Tokenization involves a "payment ecosystem" that is dependent on communication between the merchant payment terminal, the acquirer, the payment network, the token service provider and the card issuer. Nevertheless, merchants that benefit from tokenization do not need to adjust their processes at the point of sale.
Discriminate and choose providers carefully, make sure they use tokenization in their transaction processes.Tokenization transmits customer data securely, and is an important tool that will protect your business from a potential breach. Tokenization may sound like a complex technology, but most of the work takes place on the back end. Lastly, just choose a provider that guarantees tokenization is installed in transaction processes to mitigate risk and enhance payment security.
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Investorideas.com - #eSports Versus Traditional #Sports, U.S. Versus China - Let the Games Begin; (NASDAQ: $ATVI) (TSXV: $EGLX.V) (OTCQB: $EGHIF) (OTC: $TCEHY) (NYSE: $HUYA)

Investorideas.com - #eSports Versus Traditional #Sports, U.S. Versus China - Let the Games Begin; (NASDAQ: $ATVI) (TSXV: $EGLX.V) (OTCQB: $EGHIF) (OTC: $TCEHY) (NYSE: $HUYA)



#eSports Versus Traditional #Sports, U.S. Versus China - Let the Games Begin; (NASDAQ: $ATVI) (TSXV: $EGLX.V) (OTCQB: $EGHIF) (OTC: $TCEHY) (NYSE: $HUYA)

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Point Roberts, WA - February 11, 2019 (Investorideas.com Newswire) Investorideas.com, a leading investor news resource covering gaming and eSports stocks issues a special edition of Play By Play looking at the explosive growth of the sector and how battles are playing out; eSports versus traditional sports and the U.S. versus China bid for leadership.
Total eSports revenues reached US $869 million in 2018 and are expected to surpass US$6 billion by 2028, according to Fact.MR.
NewZoo estimated the global eSports audience at 380 million for 2018, made up of 165 million Esports enthusiasts and 215 million occasional viewers. Meanwhile, Activate projects that by 2021 eSports will have more US viewers than all other professional sports leagues, with the exception of the NFL.
With all this money and viewership at stake, you can expect the big boys to enter the playing field; and yes they certainly have. On July 2018, ESPN, Disney XD and Blizzard Entertainment, a division of Activision Blizzard (Nasdaq: ATVI), announced an exclusive multiyear agreement for live television coverage of the Overwatch League™, the world's first major global city-based eSports league.
Seeing the future shift in sports and eSports, Robert Kraft of the New England Patriots, Jeff Wilpon of the New York Mets and the LA Rams' Stan Kroenke invested heavily into their own franchises within Activision-Blizzard's Overwatch eSports league.
Overwatch franchise valuations are $60 million to $80 million, depending on country and city according to a Forbes article. Adding to its value, news hit on Friday that Coca-Cola signed a deal with Activision Blizzard Esports Leagues to become the official non-alcoholic beverage of Overwatch League and all other Overwatch properties.
With North America as the largest eSports market in 2018, Enthusiast Gaming (TSXV:EGLX.V) (OTCQB:EGHIF), a gaming company building the world's largest community of authentic gamers. strategically announced yesterday that it opened a US-based office and hired a sales team to drive advertising sales and increase annual revenue.
According to the news, "The US-based sales team is based in San Francisco and will be responsible for leading North American sales. This expands the company's current reach with a sales team in San Francisco, London, UK, and the corporate head office in Toronto. The company kicked off the opening of the sales office with a West Coast advertising roadshow, meeting with top gaming publishers, global brands, and media agencies."
Undaunted by the fact that they are a smaller company, Enthusiast Gaming is building their network and has positioned themselves at the forefront of the market, led by Menashe Kestenbaum, Founder and CEO. The numbers speak for themselves, with a platform of more than 80 owned and affiliated websites reaching 75 million monthly visitors and 900 YouTube channels with an additional 50 million monthly visitors.
Other major deal flow in the US; Take-Two Interactive Software's deal with the NBA and Electronic Arts Inc.'s partnerships with the NFL and ESPN. The massive streaming player growth on YouTube and Amazon is yet another indication this industry is not going away anytime soon.
The China eSports market is second to the United States and according to Dragon Social "Live streaming, combined with video games has become one of the most popular forms of entertainment for people in China."
China-based Tencent Holdings Ltd (OTCMKTS:TCEHY,HKG:0700) is the biggest gaming company in the world, spending $150 million a year to maintain that dominance. Bloomberg noted, "Along with Activision Blizzard Inc., Tencent's become one of the most aggressive promoters of pro-gaming. It's hard to overstate the mania that's gripped China in particular: at least 10,000 teams exist across the country despite just 12 spots in this year's marquee King Pro League tournament."
Streaming video player Huya (NYSE:HUYA) provides a live-streaming platform for gamers to share their experiences and has been dubbed, the ‘Twitch of China' and says they are the largest in China. Reporting on its NYSE IPO, Forbes said, "HUYA is known for its sticky gaming community who engage in interactive social media features such as gifting and adding commentary during online streaming sessions."
US company Twitch is a live streaming video platform bought by Amazon in 2014 for $970 million. Twitch viewers between Wednesday, 30th January and Tuesday, 5th February: lowest viewers 625,376 (Monday, 4th 09:00) and peak viewers 2,240,001 (Saturday, 2nd 19:00).
It's game on for the US versus China and eSports versus traditional sports. Let the games begin.
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