TechCrunch: M&A
APRIL 2, 2024
Yahoo is acquiring Artifact, the AI-powered news app from Instagram’s co-founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger, the company announced on Tuesday. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Artifact will no longer operate as a stand-alone app, and its AI-powered personalization technology will be integrated across Yahoo, including the Yahoo News app in […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 4, 2024
DOJ has been on a public relations campaign to push a simple message for corporations: if companies learn of misconduct, companies should disclose such misconduct to earn valuable benefits. The quintessential question remains — should companies disclose misconduct to the Department of Justice or should the company remediate the misconduct and maintain its silence?
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H. Friedman Search
APRIL 4, 2024
This question came to me after I reviewed the calls I had last week. I had been given an assignment to fill an underwriter position, a rare task as most of my recruiting is opportunistic. It was a very specific assignment in this case and one that I felt I was definitely challenged by. Being an experienced recruiter, I resorted back to my old recruiting day tactics where I searched for a specific job order.
How2Exit
APRIL 2, 2024
b' E201: Trading Treadmills for Acquisitions: Reid Tileston's Journey to Entrepreneurial Success - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Reid Tileston, a seasoned professional with a fascinating background in finance and a passion for fitness, shared his journey on the How2Exit Podcast. Born to two Northern California hippie runners, Reid's entrepreneurial spirit was nurtured from an early age.
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. In this new webinar, Brian Muse-McKenney of Episode Six and Matt Simester of Payments Consultancy Limited will reveal key considerations banks should factor into their efforts to develop target products for the next generation of bank customers.
TechCrunch: M&A
APRIL 4, 2024
DataStax made a name for itself by commercializing the open source Apache Cassandra NoSQL database, but these days, the company’s focus is squarely on using its database chops to build a “one-stop GenAI stack.” One of the first building blocks for this was to bring vector search capabilities to its hosted Astra DB service last […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
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The New York Times: Banking
APRIL 1, 2024
Economies focused on exports have lifted millions out of poverty, but epochal changes in trade, supply chains and technology are making it a lot harder.
How2Exit
MARCH 31, 2024
b' E199: Franchising: Unveiling the Wealth-Building Power of Franchising with Ralph Yarusso - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Ralph Yarusso brings a wealth of experience to the table, with a diverse background that began in military service. As an Air Force veteran, Ralph's technical and leadership skills were honed early, leading to a successful post-service career.
TechCrunch: M&A
APRIL 4, 2024
Bay Area/Colombia-based delivery robotics firm Kiwibot this week announced that it has acquired Auto Mobility Solutions. The Taipei firm produces chips specifically for the world of robotics and autonomous driving. Details of the transaction have not been disclosed. Kiwi founder and CEO Felipe Chávez Cortés does, however, tell TechCrunch that rising tensions between the U.S. […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 5, 2024
On March 21, 2024, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) issued its proposed Statement of Policy on Bank Merger Transactions (the “Proposal”) for public comment. The Proposal seeks to update guidance, last amended in 2008, on how it will evaluate bank merger transactions with respect to competition, financial resources, the convenience and needs of communities, financial stability, and money laundering.
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CNBC: Investing
MARCH 31, 2024
While Starbucks has warned of price competition in China and Apple tries to drum up momentum with a new store, other U.S. brands are seeing growth in the country.
How2Exit
MARCH 31, 2024
b' E200: Buying or Selling a Small Business? Get the Insider Tips You Need to Secure Your Deal - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Patrick O'Connell is an experienced mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisor with a profound depth of knowledge in buying and selling small businesses valued between one to $20 million. Patrick brings his expertise from a solid educational foundation with a degree in accounting from James Madison University to his current position as the founder and managing
TechCrunch: M&A
APRIL 3, 2024
News that Yahoo is buying Artifact stirred the technology watercooler yesterday. Artifact was an interesting app, employing AI to help its users find and consume more, and more targeted news. It had some devoted fans, but never reached the sort of scale that would have made it an attractive long-term project. So, the Instagram founders […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 5, 2024
It was a muted start to the year for the acquisition and leveraged finance market due to a challenging macroeconomic climate. Interest rate hikes at one of the fastest paces on record, surging inflation (particularly in Europe, the United Kingdom and the United States), heightened geopolitical tensions and concerns over the prospect of a global recession have all continued to weigh on the market.
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.
Deal Lawyers
APRIL 4, 2024
At the risk of sounding like we have absolutely no lives, John and I have been eagerly awaiting the Delaware Supreme Court’s decision in the In Re Match Group Inc. Derivative Litigation for quite some time — at least since the December oral arguments. Yesterday, the comparatively short, 52-page opinion In Re Match Group Inc.
CNBC: Investing
APRIL 1, 2024
"Singapore will remain the best geography in the world to do business, as it has for the past 16 years," according to the EIU's business environment ranking.
The New York Times: Banking
MARCH 31, 2024
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks a third term, India’s growth has received the attention of the world’s investors but inequality has deepened.
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 1, 2024
The California legislature is considering a bill that could severely impact the ability for private equity companies and hedge funds to operate in the California health care industry. AB 3129, introduced by Assembly Member Jim Wood, would (1) require prior notice and approval by the California Attorney General (“AG”) prior to a change of control or acquisition between certain health care entities and private equity groups or hedge funds and (2) limit the ability for private equity companies or.
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Successful Acquisitions
APRIL 4, 2024
Capstone’s Abigail Iaconis Earns MMP Certification Capstone Strategic is pleased to announce that Senior Analyst Abigail Iaconis has received her certification as a Middle-Market Professional (MMP) from the Association for Corporate Growth. In order to receive the MMP certification, students must complete a 4-to-6-week self-study course, and successfully pass an exam.
CNBC: Investing
APRIL 3, 2024
Hedge fund billionaire and New York Mets owner Steve Cohen said he's bought a little bit of bitcoin and discussed its potential as a new asset class.
The New York Times: Banking
APRIL 5, 2024
A government economist had regular contact with “super users” in finance, records show, at a time when such information keenly interests investors.
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 5, 2024
According to research from Harvard Business Review, the vast majority—between 70 and 90 percent—of mergers and acquisitions fail. Successful corporate transitions begin by anticipating potential challenges.
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The TRADE
APRIL 4, 2024
Euronext’s dealer to client trading platform MTS BondVision has secured the contract to supply the European Central Bank (ECB) with electronic trading platforms for euro-denominated bonds. MTS BondVision covers rates, credit and repo. The contract agreed with the ECB covers euro-denominated European government bonds and bills, corporate bonds, senior unsecured bank bonds, covered bonds, and supranational, agency and sovereign bonds.
CNBC: Investing
MARCH 30, 2024
Slimmon advised investors to lean more cyclical, pointing out that the best-performing sectors in March were energy, materials and industrials.
Cisco: M&A
APRIL 4, 2024
It’s time to expand your multicloud expertise. According to the Cisco 2022 Global Hybrid Cloud Trends Report , 93 percent of organizations already operate in multicloud environments.
JD Supra: Mergers
APRIL 4, 2024
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) published a consultation paper on 28 March 2024 proposing a statutory scheme of arrangement and compulsory acquisition mechanism for real estate investment trusts (REITs).
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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?
The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive
APRIL 2, 2024
David Ellison, the founder of the Skydance media company, met with Paramount’s board of directors late last month to discuss the deal.
CNBC: Investing
APRIL 2, 2024
Rosenblatt Securities hiked its price target on Atlanta Braves Holdings, a tracking stock for one of the top Major League Baseball franchises.
Cisco: M&A
APRIL 1, 2024
Blockchain technology has experienced remarkable adoption in recent years, driven by its use across a broad spectrum of institutions, governments, retail investors, and users.
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