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Zendesk adds flexible AI agent capabilities with Ultimate acquisition

TechCrunch: M&A

Zendesk has been trying to transform customer service since it launched in 2007, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that the company sees the industry being altered in a big way by the rise of generative AI. On Wednesday, the company announced it intends to acquire Ultimate, a German customer automation startup.

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The UK and EU Bank Remuneration Regimes Begin To Diverge

JD Supra: Mergers

In the aftermath of the 2007-09 global financial crisis, the G20 nations committed to reforming bank remuneration frameworks in response to criticism that excessive risk-taking at banks incentivised by poorly structured pay practices played a role in the crisis. By: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

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Luxembourg upgrades its legislative toolbox for the fund industry

JD Supra: Mergers

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. This new law aims to further increase the competitiveness of the Luxembourg fund centre. By: Hogan Lovells

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Sam Zell, 81, Tycoon Whose Big Newspaper Venture Went Bust, Dies

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

With a fortune made in real estate, he went into the media business in a landmark leveraged buyout of the Tribune Company in 2007. Bankruptcy ensued.

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Eik fasteignafélag hf.: Results of the mandatory offer of Langisjór ehf. to shareholders of Eik fasteignafélag hf.

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

108/2007 on takeovers (the “Takeovers Act“), on the terms and conditions set forth in an offer document published on the same date. The Icelandic Competition Authority notified the Offeror on 14 October 2024 that the transaction did not constitute a merger notifiable pursuant to the Icelandic Competition Act.

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Strategic Partnerships vs. Mergers: Which path is right for your business?

Lake Country Advisors

Choosing between strategic partnerships and mergers is crucial for any business looking to grow. Mergers, on the other hand, involve two companies becoming one, potentially leading to greater market share and resources. Understanding Mergers A merger is when two or more companies join together to form a single new company.

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Buying a Flat Pack Business: Challenges, Triumphs, and Lessons Learned in Acquiring a Business

How2Exit

He has an extensive background working for a European car manufacturer and has transitioned into mergers and acquisitions after completing courses from well-known industry experts. She entered the mergers and acquisitions space during COVID-19 and has formerly owned a company since 2007.

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