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ThreeD Capital Inc. $IDK.ca – #Crypto is coming for #Fortnite – whether it likes it or not $HIVE.ca $BLOC.ca $CODE.ca

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 3:14 PM on Thursday, October 17th, 2019

SPONSOR: ThreeD Capital Inc. (IDK:CSE) Led by legendary financier, Sheldon Inwentash, ThreeD is a Canadian-based venture capital firm that only invests in best of breed small-cap companies which are both defensible and mass scalable. More than just lip service, Inwentash has financed many of Canada’s biggest small-cap exits. Click Here For More Information.

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Crypto is coming for Fortnite – whether it likes it or not

  • Fortnite’s Chapter 2 launched this week. Will crypto be part of its next big evolution?
  • Here’s how the game has already crossed paths with blockchain tech.

By Andrew Hayward

Epic Games’ enormously popular battle royale shooter Fortnite made headlines this week after it shut down—but only for a couple of days. Epic cannily replaced the game’s vibrant map with a black hole, which fans stared at until it revealed the game’s Chapter 2 update, adding a brand-new environment, fresh gameplay elements, and a refreshed interface.

With some 250 million total players as of this past spring, Fortnite is a cultural sensation that goes beyond core gamers—and it’s big business too. The game may be free to download and play, but in-game costumes and other paid perks have generated huge revenues for Epic—$2.4 billion in 2018 alone. Naturally, that’s got the blockchain community asking: when will Fortnite include crypto?

You can’t (yet) spend cryptocurrency in the game itself, but both Fortnite and Epic Games have already crossed paths with crypto and blockchain in a number of ways. Can in-game integration be far behind? Here’s a look at the ever-growing intersection between Fortnite and crypto.

You can bet on Fortnite matches with crypto

Fortnite is one of the fastest growing esports around, and Epic Games has facilitated its growth by pumping the competitive scene full of prize money and large-scale tournaments. According to Esports Earnings, Fortnite competitions have awarded more than $84 million to date in prizing, with July’s Fortnite World Cup responsible for about $33 million of that.

With sports inevitably comes betting—and yes, esports betting is definitely a thing. Unikrn is one of the most popular esports betting sites, allowing users to bet on the outcomes of official competitive matches, as well as matches from popular Twitch streamers.

Unikrn betting is based on the platform’s own

UnikoinGold token, which can be bet on professional Fortnite matches, wagered in your own in-game battles, and used to enter prize giveaways. The esports industry is rapidly ballooning in size and value, with esports analytics service Newzoo

estimating a $1.1 billion total value this year and nearly $1.8 billion in 2022. Betting will only grow more appealing as more and more people get hooked on esports—and crypto is already making inroads on the industry.

For a brief moment at the start of the year, you could actually buy Fortnite merchandise through an official Epic Games store using Monero (XMR). Monero developer Riccardo Spagni seemed (understandably) thrilled about the news, and suggested that it was chosen for its privacy-centric approach compared to Bitcoin.

However, there was a snag in the excitement: Epic Games didn’t actually mean to enable Monero support. After a few days, the option was disabled and company founder and CEO Tim Sweeney tweeted, “Actually, Fortnite’s brief foray into crypto was accidental. We worked with a partner to open a merchandise store, and somewhere along the way Monero payment was enabled.”

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While that official crypto dalliance was sadly unintentional, you can actually purchase V-Bucks—Fortnite’s premium, in-game currency—with Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dash, and Dogecoin, right now. However, it’s through a third-party service, Bitrefill… and it’s via a very simple workaround. Essentially, you choose which game system or platform you play on, and then you’re sent a gift card code for that store. You can use then use that code to purchase V-Bucks and load up on silly character skins, colorful weapons, and fancy dance moves (really).

Epic Games is actually excited by blockchain tech

Epic’s swift shutdown of Monero support in its merch shop might seem like a sign that the company doesn’t see a future in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, but worry not: Sweeney tweeted that they’re into it, but just not ready to roll it out to a huge, mainstream audience.

“Many of us at Epic are big fans of the decentralized computing tech underlying cryptocurrency, however a lot more work is needed on volatility and fraud-proofing before bringing it to such a broad audience that includes younger gamers,” he tweeted in January, adding that, “Epic doesn’t have any cryptocurrency partners and aren’t in any crypto partnership discussions with anyone. We do read lots of papers and talk to smart people to learn more in anticipation of an eventual intercept.”

Since then, though, Epic Games has changed its tune; in May this year, it announced a partnership with The Abyss, a blockchain gaming platform that allows game developers to tap into Epic’s Unreal Developers Network. Studios that put their games on the platform can accept Abyss Tokens for both the games themselves and in-game purchases.

The crypto industry, meanwhile, continues to chip away at the rock face. Recently, devs for the Nano cryptocurrency unveiled a beta plug-in for Unreal Engine 4⁠—the game engine that underpins Fortnite⁠—that lets users pay for in-game items in the Nano cryptocurrency as well as earning Nano for in-game tasks such as killing enemies and participating in tournaments. 

Call it baby steps, but it’s certainly something. Sweeney’s comments suggest that a crypto future for Epic Games could just be a matter of time—and surely interest from the blockchain community is huge, considering how much money flows through both Fortnite and the video game industry as a whole (an estimated $152.1 billion in 2019). Until then, we’re sure to see more unofficial crypto initiatives spring up around Fortnite’s fringe.

Source: https://decrypt.co/10524/fortnite-chapter-2-epic-games-cryptocurrency-blockchain

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Enthusiast Gaming $EGLX.ca – Can Investors Get a Piece of the #Esports Action? $EPY.ca $FDM.ca $WINR $TCEHF $ATVI $TNA.ca

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 12:46 PM on Thursday, October 17th, 2019

SPONSOR: Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (TSX-V: EGLX) Uniting gaming communities with 85 owned and affiliated websites, currently reaching over 150 million monthly visitors. The company exceeded 2018 target with $11.0 million in revenue. Learn More

Can Investors Get a Piece of the Esports Action?

There’s huge potential in this subsection of the video game world.

Motley Fool Staff

If you’re looking for an industry with a ton of rapid growth behind it and plenty of room for more ahead, you could do worse than to consider video games. The amount of time we spend on them is increasing at a ridiculous clip, as is the amount of money, and the global trends appear promising, which adds up to an opportunity for investors. If you don’t feel ready to take advantage, Motley Fool Answers co-hosts Robert Brokamp and Alison Southwick want to help.

For this podcast, they’ve invited senior analyst Jason Moser back into the studio, this time to talk about the current situation in the world of video games and esports from an investor’s perspective: which companies look strongest, how this particular business might move the needle for some more diversified companies, and more. In this segment, they focus specifically on the world of esports. So if you can’t quite imagine how watching other people play video games could evolve into the next breakout spectator sport, allow them to walk you through it.

To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool’s free podcasts, check out our podcast center.

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North Bud Farms $NBUD.ca Announces the Appointment of Sean Homuth as Acting Chief Financial Officer $CGC $ACB $APH $CRON.ca $HEXO.ca $TRST.ca $OGI.ca

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 10:03 AM on Thursday, October 17th, 2019
  • Announce the appointment of Sean Homuth as Acting Chief Financial Officer, effective today
  • Mr. Homuth’s permanent role as CFO will commence upon receiving Health Canada security clearance required for all Officers and Directors of the Company

TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2019 — North Bud Farms Inc. (CSE: NBUD) (OTCQB: NOBDF) (“NORTHBUD” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Homuth as Acting Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective today. Mr. Homuth’s permanent role as CFO will commence upon receiving Health Canada security clearance required for all Officers and Directors of the Company. 

“As NORTHBUD expands its presence into the USA with the anticipated closing of its previously announced letters of intent with the Qlora Group (California) and Nevada Botanical Science (Nevada), we are strategically adding additional expertise in international business and finance,” said Ryan Brown, CEO of North Bud Farms Inc.

Mr. Homuth brings extensive experience with both Canadian and U.S. publicly traded organizations both in industry as well as from a client perspective during his tenure at Ernst & Young and, more recently, as an independent consultant. Previously, Mr. Homuth was Chief Financial Officer at Orezone Gold Corporation (and Vice President, Finance and Administration for its predecessor company, Orezone Resources Inc.) a publicly listed company headquartered in Canada with operations in West Africa. At Orezone Mr. Homuth led a global team of finance professionals and was involved in over $800 million in financings and M&A transactions with the company and its predecessor. Mr. Homuth holds accounting designations in both Canada (CPA, CA) and the United States (CPA – Illinois).

“We are pleased to welcome Sean to our dynamic team as NORTHBUD expands its footprint into the USA,” stated Ryan Brown, CEO of North Bud Farms Inc. “Sean brings specialty experience in accounting and finance for international companies as well as a profound knowledge of capital markets, having worked with and advised many public companies over the years. He joins NORTHBUD at an exciting time in its development as his leadership and experience will be essential in executing our strategic plan and taking the company to its next level of growth.”

Brendan Stutt, the Company’s incumbent CFO, who has made invaluable contributions to the Company’s financial leadership and culture, will work to ensure a smooth transition and will remain with the Company in a non-executive role.

Mr. Brown stated: “We would like to thank Brendan for his contributions to the Company, in particular the successful listing of NORTHBUD on the Canadian Securities Exchange.” 

About North Bud Farms Inc.
North Bud Farms Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary GrowPros MMP Inc., is pursuing a licence under The Cannabis Act. The Company has built a state-of-the-art purpose-built cannabis production facility located on 135 acres of Agricultural Land in Low, Quebec, Canada. NORTHBUD through its wholly owned U.S. subsidiary, Bonfire Brands USA has entered into agreements to acquire assets in California and Nevada.

For more information visit: www.northbud.com

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange (the “CSE”) nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the CSE) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Forward-looking statements
Certain statements and information included in this press release that, to the extent they are not historical fact, constitute forward-looking information or statements (collectively, “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking statements, including those identified by the expressions “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend”, “may”, “should” and similar expressions to the extent they relate to the Company or its management. This press release contains forward- looking statements including those relating to the entering into of the Definitive Agreement and closing of the Transaction with the Qlora Group and Nevada Botanical Science. Forward-looking statements are based on the reasonable assumptions, estimates, analysis and opinions of management made in light of its experience and its perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments, as well as other factors that management believes to be relevant and reasonable in the circumstances at the date that such statements are made, but which may prove to be incorrect.

Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others, the risk factors included in the Company’s final long form prospectus dated August 21, 2018, which is available under the Company’s SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. Further, any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the Company’s management to predict all of such factors and to assess in advance the impact of each such factor on the Company’s business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect information, events, results, circumstances or otherwise after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law including securities laws. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of any offer to buy any securities of the Company.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
North Bud Farms Inc.
Edward Miller
VP, IR & Communications
Office: (855) 628-3420 ext. 3
[email protected]

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PyroGenesis $PYR.ca Successfully Completes 900-kW Plasma Torch Site Acceptance Test at RISE Energy Technology Center AB’s Facility $LMT $RTN $NOC $UTX $HPQ.ca $DDD.ca $SSYS $PRLB

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 8:43 AM on Thursday, October 17th, 2019
  • Company has successfully performed the Site Acceptance Test at RISE Energy Technology Center AB’s facility.
  • Contract, originally announced last January, is for a 900-kW plasma torch system which was won in a competitive bid process
  • After this successful SAT, the torch has been installed on the Client’s reactor, upon which a series of tests will be conducted within two weeks
  • Furthermore, a milestone payment of approx. $345K is expected to be received within the next two (2) weeks
  • A final payment is also expected towards the end of month once all tests are completed

MONTREAL, Oct. 17, 2019 — PyroGenesis Canada Inc. (http://pyrogenesis.com) (TSX-V: PYR) (OTCQB: PYRNF) (FRA: 8PY), a high-tech company, (the “Company”, the “Corporation” or “PyroGenesis”) that designs, develops, manufactures and commercializes plasma atomized metal powder, plasma waste-to-energy systems and plasma torch products, announced today that, further to previous press releases with respect to the Swedish torch contract (January 7th, January 17th, February 21st , and September 18th, 2019), the Company has successfully performed the Site Acceptance Test (“SAT”) at RISE Energy Technology Center AB’s (the “Client”) facility.

This Contract, originally announced last January, is for a 900-kW plasma torch system which was won in a competitive bid process.

Following the success of the Factory Acceptance Test last month, PyroGenesis’ team performed the SAT of the high-power plasma torch at the Client’s facility in Sweden where the torch has been installed and operated under the Client’s parameters. After this successful SAT, the torch has been installed on the Client’s reactor, upon which a series of tests will be conducted within two (2) weeks. Furthermore, a milestone payment of approx. $345K is expected to be received within the next two (2) weeks. A final payment is also expected towards the end of month once all tests are completed.

Of note, PyroGenesis’ 900-kW plasma torch is to be used to replace fossil fuel burners in the iron ore induration (pelletization) process. Pelletization is the process in which iron ore is concentrated before shipment, thus significantly reducing the cost of transportation. In conventional technology, the process heat is provided by diesel/fuel burners. The combustion, in the burners, of natural gas, heavy oil and/or pulverized coal results in the production of greenhouse gases such as CO2. Plasma torches are therefore an environmentally friendly alternative.

According to management a typical pellet plant producing 10 million metric tonnes of pellets annually, emits approximately one million metric tonnes of CO2. The total world pellet production of 400 million metric tonnes of pellets corresponds to the production of about 40 million metric tonnes of CO2, and represents a potential market for torch sales in excess of $10B worldwide.

“As previously mentionned, the success of this testing paves the way for a significant business opportunity for PyroGenesis in developing zero carbon emission technologies. This torch is being used to address a particular segment of the Swedish government’s commitment to zero carbon emissions; specifically, that within the iron ore pelletization industry. The goal is to replace the traditional diesel burners used in iron ore pelletization with plasma torches,” said Mr. P. Peter Pascali, President and CEO of PyroGenesis. “Our plasma torch expertise, which we consider to be one of the largest, if not the largest, concentration of plasma expertise under one roof, has enabled us to deliver this high-power plasma torch (~ 1 MW range) in only 9 months, and to very exacting design requirements. This contract is aimed at developing fossil-free energy-mining-iron-steel value chains and thereby provides a basis for governance and industrial strategies for transformative change across all of Sweden. We are proud to be playing a significant, and leadership, role in Sweden’s zero carbon emission policy.”

About PyroGenesis Canada Inc.

PyroGenesis Canada Inc., a high-tech company, is the world leader in the design, development, manufacture and commercialization of advanced plasma processes and products. We provide engineering and manufacturing expertise, cutting-edge contract research, as well as turnkey process equipment packages to the defense, metallurgical, mining, advanced materials (including 3D printing), oil & gas, and environmental industries. With a team of experienced engineers, scientists and technicians working out of our Montreal office and our 3,800 m2 manufacturing facility, PyroGenesis maintains its competitive advantage by remaining at the forefront of technology development and commercialization. Our core competencies allow PyroGenesis to lead the way in providing innovative plasma torches, plasma waste processes, high-temperature metallurgical processes, and engineering services to the global marketplace. Our operations are ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified, and have been since 1997. PyroGenesis is a publicly-traded Canadian Corporation on the TSX Venture Exchange (Ticker Symbol: PYR) and on the OTCQB Marketplace. For more information, please visit www.pyrogenesis.com

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements containing the words “may”, “plan”, “will”, “estimate”, “continue”, “anticipate”, “intend”, “expect”, “in the process” and other similar expressions which constitute “forward- looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements reflect the Corporation’s current expectation and assumptions and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, our expectations regarding the acceptance of our products by the market, our strategy to develop new products and enhance the capabilities of existing products, our strategy with respect to research and development, the impact of competitive products and pricing, new product development, and uncertainties related to the regulatory approval process. Such statements reflect the current views of the Corporation with respect to future events and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties and other risks detailed from time-to-time in the Corporation’s ongoing filings with the securities regulatory authorities, which filings can be found at www.sedar.com, or at www.otcmarkets.com. Actual results, events, and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The Corporation undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward- looking statements either as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange, its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) nor the OTCQB accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

SOURCE PyroGenesis Canada Inc.

For further information please contact:

Rodayna Kafal, Vice President Investors Relations and Strategic Business Development, or
Clémence Bertrand-Bourlaud, Marketing Manager/Investor Relations,
Phone: (514) 937-0002, E-mail: [email protected]

RELATED LINK: http://www.pyrogenesis.com/

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GRAPHIC: Enthusiast Gaming $EGLX.ca Partners With Global Casino Brand, PartyCasino.Fun $EPY.ca $FDM.ca $WINR $TCEHF $ATVI $TNA.ca

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 6:10 PM on Wednesday, October 16th, 2019

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CLIENT FEATURE: Star Navigation $SNA.ca – Real-Time On-Board Tracking, Flight Monitoring and Analysis Systems

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 4:05 PM on Wednesday, October 16th, 2019

STAR-A.D.S. ® – Allowing airline operators to rapidly access flight data exactly when required

  • System installed on a major private operator in the Mid-East has been operating for more than one year now
    • Discussions are being finalized to expand the installation of the STAR solution of real-time monitoring to the rest of the customers’ fleet.
  • A contract for 5 aircraft installations with a scheduled flights airline in Egypt has been implemented.
  • Production of 27 STAR-A.D.S.® System units has commenced in order to meet ongoing requirements
  • Granted new Supplemental Type Certification by Transport Canada
    • The STC relates to the use of the STAR-A.D.S. ® Gen 3 system on an Airbus A320 aircraft type
  • Entered into a partnership and industrial agreement with ANTAZ Technologies Pvt. Ltd
    • A well-established Indian company with facilities in Hyderabad, Bangalore and Delhi, India, Antaz will adapt, integrate and market STAR products to the Indian Defence Forces (Air Force and Navy) in collaboration with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited

FULL DISCLOSURE: Star Navigation Systems Group Ltd. is an advertising client of AGORA Internet Relations Corp.

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Tartisan #Nickel $TN.ca – Nickel and palladium surge on the back of supply constraints $ROX.ca $FF.ca $EDG.ca $AGL.ca $ANZ.ca

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 10:48 AM on Wednesday, October 16th, 2019

SPONSOR: Tartisan Nickel (TN:CSE)  Kenbridge Property has a measured and indicated resource of 7.14 million tonnes at 0.62% nickel, 0.33% copper. Tartisan also has interests in Peru, including a 20 percent equity stake in Eloro Resources and 2 percent NSR in their La Victoria property. Click her for more information

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Nickel and palladium surge on the back of supply constraints

  • Nickel price has recently surged reaching US$18,000/t
  • This is mostly due to the Indonesian nickel ore export ban to commence January 2020, as well as the Philippines indefinitely suspending nickel mining in southern Philippines (27% of overall Philippine nickel ore exports are from this area).

Matthew Bohlsen

The past few years have generally been tough for the miners, especially for investors that joined the electric vehicle (EV) metal miners boom at its first peak (January 2018). However, all is not lost. For nimble investors, there are some great gains to be made when metal prices spike, but you need to be not too late to the party. Right now two metals are rising fast on supply constraints and strong demand. Furthermore, they should continue to do well for some time. In many cases, the associated miners have been slow to reflect the gains as investor sentiment has been weighed down by the trade war. This leaves some incredible buys for those willing to invest.

Those two metals are nickel and palladium.

Nickel

As we can see below the nickel price has recently surged reaching US$18,000/t. This is mostly due to the Indonesian nickel ore export ban to commence January 2020, as well as the Philippines indefinitely suspending nickel mining in southern Philippines (27% of overall Philippine nickel ore exports are from this area).

Nickel supply reductions from the two largest nickel producing countries (Indonesia and Philippines represent 45% of global nickel supply) and an EV led demand surge are combining to cause nickel deficits and a nickel price spike, as shown below.

Add in resilient nickel demand and soon a surge in EV related demand and you have the recipe for a nickel boom.

Nickel 5 year price chart

EV related demand for class 1 nickel is set to surge more than tenfold from end 2018 to 2025, or increase from 36,000 tonnes in 2018 to 350,000-500,000 tonnes by 2025. In a 2 million tonne total nickel market, a 500,000 tonne increase represents a 25% increase just from the EV boom.

LME nickel inventory levels fell last week the most in 40 years

Just last week LME inventory levels fell the most in 40 years, as China’s Tsingshan Holding Group Co. bought 25,000 tonnes of LME nickel. Apparently a further 75,000 tons of metal are scheduled to be delivered out soon. That could send LME nickel below 50,000 tonnes and panic the market causing nickel prices to surge even higher.

Palladium

Palladium metal prices have doubled the past year and a half on the back of strong demand for palladium used in catalytic converters. The price is now over US$1,700/oz, significantly higher than gold at US$1,492/oz.

Palladium 5 year price chart

Europe is reducing emissions targets in 2020, 2025, and 2030 and other countries will follow. This means more palladium will be needed in catalytic converters. As reported by Reuters, Morgan Stanley recently stated that starting 2020 in China each vehicle will need to contain around 30% more palladium, platinum and rhodium. Some analysts are already forecasting US$2,000/oz palladium.

The only caveat here is if we see very rapid electric vehicle take up and hence less internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles then demand could stall or even reverse. However, this should still be several years away given the electric car market share globally is still only at 2.3%. Hybrid EVs use both palladium and nickel. Note also that platinum can be used to substitute for palladium but it is not so easy and the cycle to replace can be costly and take ~2 years.

Source: https://investorintel.com/sectors/gold-silver-base-metals/gold-precious-metals-intel/nickel-palladium-surge-back-supply-constraints/

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ThreeD Capital Inc. $IDK.ca – #Crypto Twitter Sentiment Algo Claims 281% Returns After Reading #Bitcoin Tweets $HIVE.ca $BLOC.ca $CODE.ca

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 9:48 AM on Wednesday, October 16th, 2019

SPONSOR: ThreeD Capital Inc. (IDK:CSE) Led by legendary financier, Sheldon Inwentash, ThreeD is a Canadian-based venture capital firm that only invests in best of breed small-cap companies which are both defensible and mass scalable. More than just lip service, Inwentash has financed many of Canada’s biggest small-cap exits. Click Here For More Information.

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‘Crypto Twitter Sentiment’ Algo Claims 281% Returns After Reading Bitcoin Tweets

  • Brokerage firm eToro has brought a new tool to the market that’s supposed to help investors crack the code of investing in cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin – crypto Twitter.

By: Harsh Chauhan

Brokerage firm eToro has brought a new tool to the market that’s supposed to help investors crack the code of investing in cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin – crypto Twitter.

In a recent blog, eToro announced that it is partnering with cryptocurrency information service provider TIE, which uses algorithms based on crowd-driven sentiment to develop trading strategies.

Twitter can help you make money in bitcoin and crypto

The brokerage firm points out that TheTIE-LongOnly CopyPortfolio will open trades on the basis of positive Twitter sentiment. The machine learning-powered algorithm will analyze over 850 million tweets daily to gauge cryptocurrency and bitcoin sentiment.

What’s more, eToro claims that the crypto Twitter-based trading strategies have led to returns of 281 percent after fees in the past two years. The annualized return of the trading strategy is 123 percent, which outpaces the 29 percent return delivered by an equally-weighted basket of identical underlying crypto assets.

eToro claims that the algorithm has also beaten bitcoin’s 41 percent return over the past two years. So, the premise of the Twitter-based investment strategy looks promising given the track record over the past couple of years. But what’s the reason why this strategy seems to be working so well so far?

Sentiment-driven investing could be the key to cracking crypto

Cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin are relatively new. So the world seems confused about the characteristics of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, which was originally meant to be a method of peer-to-peer electronic cash system for making online payments.

Source: https://www.ccn.com/twitter-etoro-sentiment-tool-crypto-bitcoin/

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Enthusiast Gaming $EGLX.ca Partners With Global Casino Brand, #PartyCasino.Fun $EPY.ca $FDM.ca $WINR $TCEHF $ATVI $TNA.ca

Posted by AGORACOM-JC at 9:40 AM on Wednesday, October 16th, 2019
  • PartyCasino.Fun, one of the world’s largest online casinos, to engage with gamers and esports industry at EGLX
  • Designed a customized marketing campaign with multiple touchpoints to gamers to target the sought after demographic
  • Partnership includes sponsor logo on Luminosity Jersey and sponsorship in EGLX 19+ Lounge to expand PartyCasino.Fun’s Canadian audience

TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2019 — Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (TSXV:EGLX) (FSE:2AV)(“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) is excited to announce that, in partnership with its esports division, Luminosity Gaming (“Luminosity”), it has entered into a sponsorship and partnership agreement (the “Agreement”) with PartyCasino.Fun, a leading online casino with over 500 games ranging from classics such as Blackjack and Roulette, to a wide variety of online slots.

Through the Agreement, PartyCasino.Fun’s logo will appear on Luminosity Gaming jerseys,  which will be visible during live streams and broadcast events, as well as in the online store. Additionally, PartyCasino.Fun will sponsor the 19+ gaming lounge at EGLX, providing mutual access and opportunity to another tier of gamers.

Enthusiast Gaming will run a series of polls that ask attendees to choose between a real-life location and a videogame location. After the poll’s conclusion in December, the results will be utilized on Enthusiast Gaming’s wide social media presence to promote PartyCasino.Fun as a personal getaway, giving PartyCasino.Fun a newfound Canadian reach.

The collaboration with PartyCasino.Fun unlocks a new audience segment for Enthusiast Gaming, the lucrative online gambling community. Enthusiast Gaming has multiple points of engagement to gamers which provides the unique ability to leverage the entire network of media, esports and events assets. Enthusiast Gaming’s newly hired direct sales team is already adding value by leveraging direct relationships with brands and agencies and offering a custom, targeted approach to reach the gamer demographic. The partnership with PartyCasino.Fun was driven by the sales team, and is a testament to how successful the overall strategy can be. 

Menashe Kestenbaum, President of Enthusiast Gaming commented, “The partnership with PartyCasino.Fun is exciting for us and validates the size and scale of our combined media and gaming platform. We used the sales and marketing expertise of our newly formed direct sales team, to create a unique, customized marketing strategy for PartyCasino.Fun to reach their media and sponsorship goals. It is encouraging to see our sales force already delivering value and driving revenue. We look forward to partnering with PartyCasino.Fun, and working closely with their team!”

Alessandro De Stasio, Head of Marketing of PartyCasino.Fun commented, “We are excited to have the chance to partner up with the largest gaming and esports organization in Canada. We are sure that the combination with our audiences will untap new marketing opportunities whether it comes to reach, events and/or activations.” 

About PartyCasino.Fun 

PartyCasino.Fun is the play for fun solution launched in H2 2019 with the scope to provide our customer a different online casino experience where no real money is involved. PartyCasino is the leading casino brand of GVC Holdings PLC (LSE:GVC) (“GVC”) and, as one of the world’s largest online casinos, houses over one thousand games between slot machines, blackjack, roulette and other table games. GVC runs four main product verticals: sports, casino, poker and bingo. GVC, a leading e-gaming operator in B2C and B2B markets, has licenses throughout several countries including Austria, Italy, United Kingdom, Denmark, Belgium, Germany and others. With multitudes of established brands under its belt that have a combined heritage of over 250 years, GVC is one of the biggest sports-betting and gaming groups in the world.

About Enthusiast Gaming 

Enthusiast Gaming (TSX.V: EGLX)(FSE: 2AV) is building the world’s largest network of communities for gamers and esports fans. Already the largest gaming network in the U.S., the Company’s business is comprised of three main pillars: Media, Events and Esports. Enthusiast Gaming’s digital media platform includes 100+ gaming related websites and 900 YouTube channels which collectively reach 150 million visitors monthly. The media network generates over 30 billion ad requests and over 1 billion page views per month. Enthusiast’s esports division, Luminosity Gaming, is a leading global esports franchise that consists of 7 professional esports teams under ownership and management, including  the Vancouver Titans Overwatch team and the Seattle-based Call of Duty team. Collectively, the integrated ecosystem reaches over 200 million gaming enthusiasts on a monthly basis. Enthusiast Gaming’s event business, owns and operates Canada’s largest gaming expo, Enthusiast Gaming Live Expo, EGLX, (eglx.com) with approximately 55,000 people attending in 2018. For more information on the Company, visit www.enthusiastgaming.com. For more information on Luminosity Gaming, please visit luminosity.gg

CONTACT INFORMATION

Investor Relations:

Julia Becker
Head of Investor Relations & Marketing
Telephone: 604-785-0850
Email: [email protected]

Forward-Looking Information

Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements.  Forward looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future.  Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements, including risks related to factors beyond the control of Enthusiast Gaming.  The risks include risks that are customary to transactions of this nature and customary to companies which have their stock traded on the TSXV. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits Enthusiast Gaming will obtain from them. For instance, there can be no assurance that the acquisition will close as anticipated, that the acquisition will position the Company as a leader in the mobile gaming sector and that the acquisition will result in growth of the Company’s online and offline gaming community.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities in the United States.  The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”) or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to a U.S. Person unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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CBD Demand Soars With a Growing Number of Uses

  • Global cannabidiol market is expected to grow from USD 1.04 Billion in 2018 to USD 16.32 Billion by 2026 while registering a CAGR of 27.7% during the forecast period, according to data compiled by Reports and Data

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2019 – As the medical industry continues to evolve, researchers are actively looking for innovative remedies and treatments for patients. Notably, cannabis has become the topic of discussion after numerous researchers and institutions highlighted its therapeutic benefits. However, despite medical advancements throughout the cannabis industry, most federal regulators around the world have not yet moved to fully legalize cannabis for medical applications because of the psychotropic effects associated with it. Nevertheless, several regulators have decided to legalize cannabidiol, or CBD, a compound found within cannabis. CBD is a derivative found within the cannabis plant, however, unlike its tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, counterpart, it does not induce psychoactive effects. Consequently, regulators became more inclined to legalize CBD. Primarily, the CBD industry is being accelerated by the healthcare segment.

Specifically, countries such as Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, the U.K. and the U.S. have all adopted CBD-related legislation. Overall, the therapeutic grade segment dominates that overall CBD market because of increasing demand from innumerable applications. The segment accounted for 58.6% of the overall CBD market share and is expected to continue its dominance. In particular, the healthcare segment is expected to account for a total of USD 10.28 Billion of the CBD market by 2026. Moreover, the food and beverage industry is also expected to witness exponential growth. And while the U.S. and Canada are the primary drivers for the global CBD market, other international markets are also expected to greatly contribute. For instance, the Asia Pacific market is anticipated to reach USD 3.1 Billion by 2026 and exhibit a CAGR of 29.5%, while the European market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 28.9%. As a result, the global cannabidiol market is expected to grow from USD 1.04 Billion in 2018 to USD 16.32 Billion by 2026 while registering a CAGR of 27.7% during the forecast period, according to data compiled by Reports and Data.

The pharmaceutical segment of the CBD industry is expected to witness significant R&D investments to accelerate deployment and meet the medical needs of a number of diseases. Specifically, researchers have uncovered that CBD can treat a variety of diseases such as chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and cancer. And while most of these conditions would likely require a prescription from a medical practitioner, there are over-the-counter or OTC products that consumers can easily purchase at their local convenience stores in the U.S. or Canada. Consumers can purchase CBD-based products such as tinctures, topicals, patches, capsules, foods, and beverages. Typically, most OTC products are marketed as health and wellness products that are aimed to relieve minor ailments. For instance, many health and wellness retailers promote CBD as a way to stimulate relaxation or relieve small headaches. Notably, major pharmaceutical retailers such as CVS or Walgreens have also decided to add CBD products to their shelves. The two corporations added CBD products in order to provide consumers with cheaper and alternative care products. “It really does help normalize this. If Grandma can go to the store and get it, now the conversation about cannabis is going to be very different,” said Michele Ross, PhD, MBA, Research Director at Decriminalize California. “CBD business is already huge. But normalizing the culture around taking these products is going to open the door for more people to feel comfortable investing in these types of businesses. It opens up the possibility for them to be sold in more stores.”

Source: https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/cbd-demand-soars-with-a-growing-number-of-uses-815946592.html

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