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OpenAI acquired Chat.com

TechCrunch: M&A

OpenAI bought Chat.com, adding to its collection of high-profile domain names. As of this morning, Chat.com now redirects to OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT. An OpenAI spokesperson confirmed the acquisition via email. Chat.com is one of the older domains on the web, having been registered in September 1996. Last year, it was reported that HubSpot co-founder […] © 2024 TechCrunch.

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Analyzing Second Requests: Trends in Premerger Antitrust Review and Political Influence

JD Supra: Mergers

ComplexDiscovery’s Editor’s Note: This concise analysis delves into the historical trends of Second Requests in U.S. antitrust review, spanning from 2000 to 2023. It explores how these trends correlate with presidential administrations, underscoring the impact of political shifts on regulatory scrutiny.

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Why Korea Is Gaining Prominence for M&A Activity

JD Supra: Mergers

Korea, known for its rich culinary heritage, fascinating history, and renowned hospitality, has long rendered Seoul a favored travel destination. Today, it stands not only as a cultural and historical beacon but also as a vibrant hub for global business, mergers, and acquisitions. With a deep base of well-established and diversified global industrial conglomerates, Seoul is a hotbed for outbound and inbound business, with many countries jostling for its attention.

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To Zoom Or Not To Zoom? That Is The Question

H. Friedman Search

As we move from the post-COVID era to a time of more normalcy, I have to ask myself the question: are we over Zooming when it comes to the hiring process? When there was no safe way to hire people in this new world of remote workers, Zoom was the only way to keep the process moving forward. But is it now? Initial Meeting: Quick & Cost I must share my personal thoughts on the world of Zoom meetings.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Foreclosures in China Soar, Threatening to Choke Off Bank Profits

The New York Times: Banking

When the housing market was flying high, mortgage defaults were almost nonexistent. But now the legal system is struggling to keep up with evictions.

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Printful and Printify ink a merger deal

TechCrunch: M&A

Two veteran European companies in the world of on-demand printing are merging, and you may have not even realized they were separate companies to begin with. Printful and Printify, both startups with Latvian roots providing custom printing services, are coming together as a single company. They are framing the move as a natural fit to […] © 2024 TechCrunch.

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The DÉKUPLE Group expands internationally with a majority stake in GUD.berlin

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

The DÉKUPLE Group expands internationally with a majority stake in GUD.berlin Paris, November 6, 2024 (8:00 am) - The DÉKUPLE Group, a leader in.

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Fast-Track Your AI Revenue: 4 Game-Changing Solutions Partners Need Now

Cisco: M&A

Explore Cisco's AI-Ready Infrastructure Specialization, the groundbreaking UCS C885A M8 Rack Server, and AI PODs. Empower your business with cutting-edge technology and seize the $159B GenAI opportunity.

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Cathie Wood positions for new tech boom - and it doesn't matter who wins the White House

CNBC: Investing

ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood thinks both political parties will push for a more conducive environment for innovation.

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Top 3 Banking Secrets to Stay Relevant with Gen Z Consumers

Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant (or getting "ghosted") if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. Credit cards with flexible payment options, especially for young adults with little-to-no credit history, are a particularly important and valuable solution for this generation.

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Wall Street Financiers Queue Up for a Chance at Billions in Saudi Oil Cash

The New York Times: Banking

Are you an international business titan on the hunt for billions of dollars of Saudi oil cash? Prepare for “a mind game.

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Securities Litigation + Enforcement Highlights From Q2 + Q3 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

Cooley’s securities litigation + enforcement group continued to share key insights on key cases and developments in securities litigation throughout the spring and summer. They highlighted important decisions in Delaware courts, precedent-setting cases in the US Supreme Court and appellate courts, and recent developments at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as well as trends in derivative action settlements.

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Ralph Lauren raises sales target on strong holiday demand for sweaters, shirts

Global Banking & Finance

By Savyata Mishra (Reuters) – Ralph Lauren raised its annual sales forecast on Thursday, on strong holiday demand for its expensive cashmere sweaters and shirts as wealthy customers remain undeterred by price hikes. Shares of the luxury retailer rose 5% in early trading as the company also beat its second-quarter results.

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It’s Time To Have A Real Conversation About The Quality Of Digital Life

Cisco: M&A

Cisco and the OECD have launched the Digital Well-being Hub to explore the relationship between technology and individual well-being. The hub aims to understand how digital transformation impacts life satisfaction, mental health, digital skills, and civic engagement and more. By crowdsourcing insights and using OECD data, it seeks to inform policies for an inclusive, secure, and sustainable digital future.

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Predictions You Can Rely On: How Data Drives Successful Financial Forecasting

Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence

In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? To get the most accurate cash predictions that will lead to long-term financial survival, real-time data is critical. Innovative cash management strategies can lead to better credit opportunities, more sustainable growth, and long-term financial prosperity.

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What Nvidia's Dow inclusion means for the chipmaker, according to history

CNBC: Investing

Investors' enthusiasm around the addition boosted Nvidia Monday, even as the Dow struggled. Nvidia doesn't actually join the average until Friday.

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How FTC Chair Lina Khan Became an Election Hot Topic

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

The Federal Trade Commission chair drew increasing political vitriol as the presidential vote neared. Her political future hangs in the balance.

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[Ongoing Program] How Innovative Firms Are Using AI to Improve Your Legal Work | Session #2 Litigation - November 19th, 12:00 pm ET

JD Supra: Mergers

The Law Firm AI Revolution: What Clients Need to Know - Join us for a series of webinars showcasing how AdvanceLaw firms -- already pre-vetted for technology and innovation, among other things -- are deploying GenAI and other key technologies in their delivery of legal service TODAY.and what's on the horizon.

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CFE Finance Group acquires 100% of TechStar, a leader in the Metaverse A €6 million investment in the Meta Presence® platform

Global Banking & Finance

CFE Finance Group, an investment banking boutique, has acquired 100% of TechStar, a pioneering company in industrial metaverse technologies, strengthening its presence in this strategic and highly innovative sector.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Partnering for Purpose Winners: 7th Global Partner Innovation Challenge

Cisco: M&A

Celebrate the winners of Cisco's 7th Global Partner Innovation Challenge: Partnering for Purpose, showcasing impactful solutions in climate change, digital inclusion, and more. Discover their innovations and our shared commitment to a brighter future.

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Warren Buffett continued to sell down his Apple stake, cutting about a quarter in the third period

CNBC: Investing

The Oracle of Omaha downsized Apple — his biggest equity holding — for a fourth quarter in a row.

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Simplifying NGO 80G Donation Receipt Format with Razorpay Payment Pages

Razorpay

In times of strife as in times of calm, NGOs have always strived to make the world a better place. Today, amid crises and turmoil, NGOs are working day and night to ameliorate the lives of those hardest hit. Online donations are at an all-time high for NGOs. In fact, there was a 180% surge in NGO donation transactions in the first 30 days of the lockdown. [ Read more : Special Report: The Impact of Lockdown on Digital Payments ] With donations pouring in from all parts of the world at such a ra

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Is antitrust back in fashion? Implications of the FTC‘s win in the Tapestry/Capri merger

JD Supra: Mergers

On October 24, 2024, the District Court for the Southern District of New York granted the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”)’s request for a preliminary injunction to halt the merger between Tapestry, Inc. (“Tapestry”) and Capri Holdings Limited (“Capri”) (collectively the “Parties”). The proposed transaction would combine Tapestry’s Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman brands with Capri’s Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, and Versace brands.

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Deliver Mission Critical Insights in Real Time with Data & Analytics

In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.

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Market value of Nvidia and TSMC surges in October on strong AI chip demand

Global Banking & Finance

(Reuters) – Nvidia led a surge in market value among global firms in October, buoyed by unrelenting demand for its new supercomputing artificial intelligence chips as more companies integrate AI into their daily operations. Nvidia’s market cap rose 9.3% in October to $3.26 trillion, while the company’s supplier, TSMC, saw its market value increase 6.

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Network Hacking Course Pairs with Cisco Modeling Labs

Cisco: M&A

If you’ve ever been to Cisco Live and seen the booth with a display for you to pick locks, then you know about the Cisco Advanced Security Initiatives Group (ASIG). We are chartered with security testing and ethical hacking for all Cisco products and services, whether in the cloud or on-premises.

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Barclays says this little-known electronics stock is primed for even more gains ahead thanks to AI

CNBC: Investing

A couple tailwinds related to artificial intelligence could mean more upside ahead for Celestica, according to Barclays.

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Vishay Intertechnology to Acquire Birkelbach, Manufacturer of Metalized Technical Films

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

MALVERN, Pa., Nov. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., (NYSE: VSH), one of the world's largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components, announced that it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire Birkelbach Kondensatortechnik GmbH and certain related assets (“Birkelbach”) for approximately €17 million ($18.5 million).

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Using Data & Analytics for Improving Healthcare Innovation and Outcomes

In the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, delivering data insights to end users or customers can be a significant challenge for product managers, product owners, and application team developers. The complexity of healthcare data, the need for real-time analytics, and the demand for user-friendly interfaces can often seem overwhelming. But with Logi Symphony, these challenges become opportunities.

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New HSR Premerger Notification Requirements: Implications for Private Equity Clients

JD Supra: Mergers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced significant changes to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) premerger notification rules – including changes to the HSR form and associated instructions. Although the new HSR rules are softened from what was initially proposed by the FTC in June 2023 and do not alter the filing thresholds nor change the substantive merger review process, the updates will increase the time and cost required to prepare the HSR filing.

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Mergers and Acquisitions: Fueling the Innovation Engine

Sun Acquisitions

In today’s rapidly changing business environment, staying ahead of the curve requires constant innovation. Companies must develop new products, services, and technologies to meet evolving customer demands. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) can be a powerful tool to accelerate this innovation process. Combining Strengths for Breakthroughs When two companies merge, they bring together a wealth of resources, expertise, and talent.

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Changing the Game for our Customers and Partners with One Cisco

Cisco: M&A

In this new AI era, the technology landscape has forever changed how people and technology work across our physical and digital worlds. Learn how Cisco is strategically evolving how they do business – connecting the digital world to your most important asset, your people.