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Mr Big Wells gets popped by the SEC but somehow escapes criminal charges.

Bronte Capital

On Friday 14 August 2009, that is more than twelve years ago, I wrote a little blog post about a fraudulent oil company run by Mr. Massimiliano (Max) Pozzoni. The name translated from Italian roughly as "Mr Big Wells". You can find that blog post here. I was sure it was a fraud because they claimed in press releases that renowned petroleum engineer Dr.

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How to put the best M&A pros in your corner for every deal

How2Exit

Interest in acquisition entrepreneurship is growing rapidly. People are realizing the profit potential and attractive lifestyle that comes with buying, growing and selling businesses. But many people face challenges or don’t know where to turn for help and advice, regardless of whether they’re just starting out or have done many deals. There are so many steps in acquiring or selling a business that it’s no wonder acquisition entrepreneurs have questions.

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How to Sell a Business Privately

Sun Acquisitions

If you’re looking for a guide to selling your business privately, you’ve come to the right place. Selling a business is a complex affair. And Forbes and Bloomberg tell us that 8 out of 10 businesses will not find a buyer. With competition for acquisition so high, it’s no wonder some business owners prefer to sell privately. In one of our previous posts, we looked at how to sell a business , but in this blog, you’re going to learn how to sell a business privately.

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Eighth Circuit Affirms Dismissal Of Merger-Related Derivative Suit For Failure To Plead Demand Excusal

Shearman & Sterling

On April 7, 2022, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of derivative claims brought by shareholders of Centene Corporation (the "Corporation") against directors and officers of the Corporation following its merger with Health Net, Inc. (the "Target"). Carpenters' Pension Fund of Ill. v.

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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?

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Eighth Circuit Affirms Dismissal Of Merger-Related Derivative Suit For Failure To Plead Demand Excusal

Shearman & Sterling

On April 7, 2022, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of derivative claims brought by shareholders of Centene Corporation (the "Corporation") against directors and officers of the Corporation following its merger with Health Net, Inc. (the "Target"). Carpenters' Pension Fund of Ill. v.

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