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Corsair is buying mechanical keyboard maker Drop

TechCrunch: M&A

Everyone seems to be buying a mechanical keyboard company these days. Corsair has one-upped them all by buying its own mechanical keyboard company. The Fremont, California-based peripheral maker today announced that it’s acquiring “certain assets” from Drop for an undisclosed, all-cash deal. “Drop has been acquired by Corsair,” Drop CEO Jef Holove wrote in a blog post confirming the news.

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07-17-2023 Newsletter: Managing and Discussing Layoffs

OfficeHours

Written by a Top Female OfficeHours Coach What do you do if you are laid off from your job, and how do you discuss a layoff in future interviews? Layoffs are tough, but they’re also an unfortunate part of life – especially in a tough market like the one we are facing today. While they can sometimes indicate poor performance, the more senior you get in your career, the more likely it is that the decision was probably not as personal as it may feel.

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India’s Furlenco to sell 35% stake for $36.5 million

TechCrunch: M&A

Sheela Foam, the maker of the mattress brand Sleepwell, will be acquiring a 35% stake in furniture startup Furlenco, the publicly listed firm said Monday as it pushes for a bigger share of India’s mattress market. Sheela Foam has proposed to pay $36.5 million for the 35% stake in the Bengaluru-headquartered startup, the older firm said in a stock exchange filing.

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Managing and Discussing Layoffs

OfficeHours

What do you do if you are laid off from your job, and how do you discuss a layoff in future interviews? Layoffs are tough, but they’re also an unfortunate part of life, especially in a tough market like the one we are facing today. While they can sometimes indicate poor performance, the more senior you get in your career, the more likely it is that the decision was probably not as personal as it may feel.

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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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Stratasys rejects Nano Dimension acquisition offer, agrees to talk to 3D Systems

TechCrunch: M&A

Some of the biggest names in additive manufacturing are about to merge — we’re just not entirely sure who. One name we can say for certain is Stratasys — long one of the top names in 3D printing. As for with whom the company will eventually merge, there are three top candidates: Desktop Metal, 3D Systems and Nano Dimension. Stratasys’ preference has long been leading metal 3D printing firm, Desktop Metal.

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Microsoft Defeats FTC’s Roadblock on Path to Activision Merger

JD Supra: Mergers

In the latest of a string of losses for antitrust enforcers, the Northern District of California resoundingly denied the FTC’s bid to enjoin the Microsoft-Activision merger, allowing the deal to proceed a week in advance of its upcoming merger termination date. In a case that tested the bounds of antitrust law in vertical integration deals, Presiding Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley found “the record evidence points to more consumer access,” rather than showing signs of reduced competition.

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Hard Validations And Cutlines: What Happened On CIO-SP4?

JD Supra: Mergers

If you’ve been following the saga of the National Institutes of Health Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center’s (NITAAC) Chief Information Officer-Solutions and Partners (CIO-SP4) procurement, you likely know the Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently issued two decisions sustaining post-award protests by 91 unsuccessful CIO-SP4 offerors.

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Solar and wind are set to produce a third of global electricity in 7 years. How to invest behind it

CNBC: Investing

Solar and wind energy generation are set to rise "exponentially," per the Rocky Mountain Institute. CNBC found the stocks that could outperform in this boom.

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Generating Scrutiny: FTC Outlines Competition Concerns in Generative AI

JD Supra: Mergers

On June 29, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission’s (“FTC”) Bureau of Competition and Office of Technology published a joint blog post that provided deeper insight into the FTC’s focus on competition in generative artificial intelligence (“AI”). Titled “Generative AI Raises Competition Concerns,” the post outlines the FTC’s views regarding the “essential technical building blocks” of generative AI and potential competition concerns raised by the technology.

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Goldman Sachs says this underperforming e-commerce stock can rally more than 30% going forward

CNBC: Investing

The firm says shares can rally 31.

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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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The FSR Will Soon Apply: What Companies Need to Know

JD Supra: Mergers

The EU’s new regime for tackling foreign subsidies will kick in on 12 July 2023. On 10 July 2023, the European Commission (Commission) published the final text of the Implementing Regulation (Final IR) on proceedings pursuant to the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR). The Final IR is the last legal instrument to be adopted before the FSR takes effect on 12 July 2023.

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Morgan Stanley downgrades PepsiCo after earnings, says most good news is priced into the stock

CNBC: Investing

The firm downgraded shares to equal weight from overweight.

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Luxembourg upgrades its legislative toolbox for the fund industry

JD Supra: Mergers

This new law aims to further increase the competitiveness of the Luxembourg fund centre. The amendments affect the Law of 2010 on UCIs, the Law of 2007 on SIFs, the Law of 2004 on SICARs, the Law of 2013 on AIFMs and the Law of 2016 on RAIFs.

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Don't expect Nvidia's rally to lose steam, Citi says

CNBC: Investing

The firm expects the artificial intelligence stock, which has already hit all-time highs this year, to keep rising.

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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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Russia and Tax “Black-Lists”

JD Supra: Mergers

On 14 February 2023, the Council of the European Union approved adding Russia to the EU list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes (the "EU List") (official publication on 21 February 2023).

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Here are Monday's biggest analyst calls: Apple, Pepsi, Yelp, Chewy, Netflix, Nvidia, Tesla, Meta and more

CNBC: Investing

Here are the biggest calls on Wall Street on Monday.

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[Video] Private Equity VS Real Estate Transactions | #2 EBITDA Valuations Explained

JD Supra: Mergers

Do you know what two factors drive the most value in your practice sale? How are practices even valued by private equity investors? Hear it directly from a seasoned investment banker.

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This under-the-radar marketing stock can rally more than 60%, Goldman Sachs says

CNBC: Investing

The firm initiated coverage of the stock at a buy rating.

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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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Professional Medical Practice Acquisitions and the Corporate Practice of Medicine

JD Supra: Mergers

Private equity funds have become major players in the professional health care delivery sector in recent years due to acquisitions of professional practices, including physician practices, senior living facilities and the like. Such activity has attracted attention from regulators, policymakers and the public, with a particular focus on impacts on quality of care and potential conflicts of interest for providers.

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Here’s the income investing playbook for the second half of 2023

CNBC: Investing

Investors may want to reassess their fixed income portfolio.

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AI Antitrust Issues Checklist

JD Supra: Mergers

This checklist outlines antitrust considerations for the use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) technology. Practices involving AI that could give rise to antitrust risk include algorithmic collusion, exclusionary practices involving AI services, agreements to limit AI development or deployment, self-preferencing on existing services, and mergers and acquisitions involving companies offering AI services.

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Goldman Sachs says Yelp shares are worth buying, can rally more than 20%

CNBC: Investing

The firm's increased price target implies shares can jump 23.3%.

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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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CDS panel rules UBS is sole successor to Credit Suisse after merger

Global Banking & Finance

CDS panel rules UBS is sole successor to Credit Suisse after merger LONDON (Reuters) -A committee that reviews disputes in the credit default swaps (CDS) market said on Monday that UBS is the sole successor to Credit Suisse Group following the merger of the two banks.

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Data Loss Prevention and the Value of Artificial Intelligence

Cisco: M&A

Artificial intelligence (AI) usage continues to trend higher, finding prominence in a variety of applications.

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TomTom lifts 2023 forecasts after new maps help beat Q2 expectations

Global Banking & Finance

TomTom lifts 2023 forecasts after new maps help beat Q2 expectations By Augustin Turpin (Reuters) -Digital mapping specialist TomTom on Monday raised its full-year revenue and free cash flow forecasts after the roll-out of its new maps was well received by the auto industry and generated better-than-expected quarterly results.

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Driving Toward a Degree 2023: Awareness, Belonging, and Coordination

Tyton Partners

Driving Toward a Degree 2023: Awareness, Belonging, and Coordination This in-depth study delves into the critical aspects of student support services in higher education and highlights the need to prioritize equity with excellence for the provision of high-quality education. The study surveyed over 2,000 students and 1,700 institutional stakeholders , revealing key barriers and opportunities to better support students.

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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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Spain election: Bike lanes, low-emission zones in crosshairs in rightist-run cities

Global Banking & Finance

Spain election: Bike lanes, low-emission zones in crosshairs in rightist-run cities By Belén Carreño and Pietro Lombardi MADRID/VALLADOLID (Reuters) – Aiming to highlight the city of Valladolid’s green credentials, Spain’s Environment Minister Teresa Ribera arrived by bicycle at a European Union climate meeting there last week.

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Investment banking for positive impact and sustainability

World Finance

Alpen Capital has built an impressive reputation for structuring unique and innovative solutions for its clients across the areas of debt, M&A and equity.

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Japan PM Kishida in Abu Dhabi for energy, green tech talks

Global Banking & Finance

Japan PM Kishida in Abu Dhabi for energy, green tech talks By Rachna Uppal ABU DHABI (Reuters) – Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida arrived in the United Arab Emirates on Monday for the second stop of a Gulf tour focused on securing energy supplies and offering Japanese green technology.

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The Verdict is In On the Sell Side: Why Do Business Owners Sell

Successful Acquisitions

Why Do Business Owners Sell? While owning a business offers numerous benefits, such as financial rewards and a sense of fulfillment, there comes a time when factors like retirement, burnout, and a shift in risk tolerance prompt business owners to consider selling. In this article, we will delve into key insights shared during our recent webinar series, examining the factors that make business owners decide to sell.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?