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Europe holds enduring appeal for Asia-Pacific dealmakers

JD Supra: Mergers

APAC investors continue to seek out high-growth assets across the continent despite a global slowdown in M&A activity - High inflation, geopolitical uncertainty and an uncertain macroeconomic outlook precipitated a slowdown of M&A activity across the globe in 2023 as investors adapted to the “new normal.” Asia-Pacific dealmaking targeting Europe followed this downward trend.

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Inside Amira Yahyaoui’s Claims about Mos, a Student Aid Start-Up

The New York Times: Banking

Amira Yahyaoui, a human rights activist, promoted the success of her student aid start-up, Mos. Some of her statements do not add up, according to internal data and people familiar with the company.

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[Video] Fierce Competition Podcast | Takeaways From the Illumina-Grail Merger Challenge Saga

JD Supra: Mergers

In this episode of our “Fierce Competition” podcast, European antitrust/competition co-head Ingrid Vandenborre, partner Julia York and counsel Michael Sheerin dissect the Illumina-Grail merger challenge, which spanned three years and included a multitude of global roadblocks. The trio examines how the challenge played out in the Fifth Circuit and before the FTC and the implications this matter will have on future potential vertical mergers, including how remedies may be viewed by the courts.

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Blackrock says bitcoin will be a good portfolio diversifier despite its recent rally with stocks

CNBC: Investing

Robert Mitchnick, BlackRock's digital assets lead, discusses what bitcoin correlations and risk mean for investors' portfolio construction.

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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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Controllers: Chancery Says Move to Nevada Doesn’t Have to Trigger Entire Fairness

Deal Lawyers

Last month, Vice Chancellor Laster refused to dismiss claims challenging a controlled corporation’s decision to move its jurisdiction of incorporation from Delaware to Nevada.

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LSEG expands business development division with former Citi execution sales specialist

The TRADE

The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) has moved to expand its business development division under Richard Worrell with the appointment of a former Citi individual, The TRADE can reveal. Reesha Radia is set to join the exchange in April as a senior manager in business development and sales. She joins after most recently spending almost five years at Citi in execution sales-focused roles, most recently as assistant vice president.

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Higher Bid, and National Security Concerns, for Vista Outdoor

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

MNC Capital has raised its takeover offer for Vista Outdoor, the owner of Remington ammunition — and amplified worries about a non-American rival bidder.

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Nilam Resources Enters Letters of Intent to Acquire 24,800 Bitcoin

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

SNOHOMISH, Wash., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN - Nilam Resources, Inc. (OTC PINK: NILA) today announced that it has entered into a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Xyberdata Ltd to acquire 100% of the common stock of a special purpose entity, to be established under the name MindWave that will hold 24,800 Bitcoin. Nilam Resources, Inc., will issue a newly authorized Preferred Class of Series C Stock in in exchange for 24,800 Bitcoins at a discounted rate relative to current market price

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Why Do Online Payments Fail and How to Handle Them in 2024?

Razorpay

What are Failed Payments? A payment failure, or failed transaction happens when an intended online or card transaction does not completely go through, even if the money has been deducted from the customer’s bank account or wallet. When you’re initiating a payment online , there are many factors that go into making the payment possible and a single glitch in any of these entities can lead to an online transaction failing.

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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 Insider’s Guide to Business Valuation

Align Business Advisory Services

For many entrepreneurs, the idea of assessing the worth of their company can feel daunting, conjuring images of complex spreadsheets and intimidating financial jargon, and can also up multiple emotions related to the idea of placing a dollar value on their life’s work. Because of this, understanding the art and science of valuation is essential. Read More » The post The Insider’s Guide to Business Valuation appeared first on Align BA.

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Differentiated Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center and CX Services

Cisco: M&A

Cisco Catalyst Center is a powerful network controller and management dashboard that simplifies customer IT operations in enterprise and campus networks via valuable insights, time-saving automation,… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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This low-beta tech stock with a nice yield is headed for a breakout, according to the charts

CNBC: Investing

There are quite a few low-beta technology stocks out there, and while they are not seen as the most exciting names, they can add value to a diversified portfolio.

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Sustainability 101: What is environmental reporting?

Cisco: M&A

Do you feel a bit lost when people refer to certain environmental sustainability topics and aren’t sure where to start when it comes to learning more?

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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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Top bank analyst Mike Mayo sees Citigroup rallying more than 30%

CNBC: Investing

Mayo raised his price target on Citigroup shares by $10 to $80, citing increased confidence following corporate restructuring efforts.

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Identify and Investigate Uncommon DNS Traffic

Cisco: M&A

Programmatically filter uncommon DNS Requests with Cisco Umbrella APIs We use the Internet in our everyday lives to get work done, manage our lives, and even socialize.

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Provident Financial Services, Inc. Receives FDIC and New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance Approvals for its Merger with Lakeland Bancorp, Inc.

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

ISELIN, N.J. and OAK RIDGE, N.J., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Provident Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE:PFS) (“Provident”), the parent company of Provident Bank, and Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: LBAI) (“Lakeland”), the parent company of Lakeland Bank, today announced receipt of regulatory approvals from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance for Provident and Lakeland to complete their previously announced merger.

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A Solution Engineer’s Journey into Programmability

Cisco: M&A

Hi there! I´m a Solutions Engineer working with Collaboration and Customer Experience solutions, and one thing I’ve learned is “one size does not fit all.

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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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Private Equity Firms Embrace AI for Their Portfolio Companies

Global Banking & Finance

Private Equity Firms Embrace AI for Their Portfolio Companies By Drake Paulson, VP Strategic Partnerships, Anduin The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into business operations has moved beyond mere speculation to tangible ROI. Recognizing this shift, private equity firms are eager to position their portfolio companies at the forefront of reaping these benefits.

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Broadridge’s LTX integrates with TS Imagine to bolster mutual buy-side clients’ fixed income liquidity access

The TRADE

Broadridge Financial Solutions’ subsidiary LTX has integrated with TS Imagine’s fixed income execution management system (EMS), TradeSmart Fixed Income. AJ Cass The integration will provide buy-side clients with improved pre-trade transparency, price discovery and better access to aggregated liquidity within existing workflows. “Workflow integration has always been a key element to the LTX strategy as part of our mission to simplify and optimise, embedding new, innovative capabilities within the

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Monday's analyst calls: Disney upgrade, Goldman trims Boeing price target

CNBC: Investing

A major media stock and an aerospace giant were in focus during Monday's analyst chatter.

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People Moves Monday: SIX Swiss Exchange, Millennium, HSBC and more…

The TRADE

Head of SIX Swiss Exchange, Christian Reuss marked his last day at the trading venue as he moves onto pastures new. Reuss had been with the trading venue for just over 15 years, originally joining in 2009 as chief executive of a joint venture named Scoach, in partnership with Deutsche Börse. He later moved into a role as chief executive of SIX’s structure products exchange in 2013, rising up the ranks to chief executive of SIX Swiss Exchange in 2020.

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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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LSV Advisors Acquires Controlling Interest in ClearCaptions from Reservoir Capital Group

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

ClearCaptions announces LSV Advisors has acquired a controlling interest in the company from funds managed by Reservoir Capital Group.

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Charles River appointed to manage front-office operations for Perpetual

The TRADE

State Street’s Charles River is set to manage the front-office operations for Perpetual Group’s Australian asset management business. Tim Helyar Dennis Baillon, director of business development for APAC at Charles River, asserted: “To be successful in today’s market, managers need a platform that provides flexibility in their operating environment and enables them to scale as their business requires.

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Form 8.5 (EPT/RI) - musicMagpie Plc

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI) PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITY Rule.

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This stock has nearly doubled in one year. Using options to catch further upside with less risk

CNBC: Investing

Here's an options strategy that allows traders to rent a stock instead of buying outright, which is used often in cases involving a solid company where shares have already run-up a bunch lately.

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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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AKTIETILBAGEKØBSHANDLER

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Den 9. februar 2024 meddelte DFDS A/S (“DFDS”) iværksættelsen af et aktietilbage-købsprogram til gennemførsel i henhold til EUs markedsmisbrugsforordning, EU forordning nr. 596/2014 af 16. april 2014, samt EU-Kommissionens delegerede forordning (EU) nr. 2016/1052 af 8. marts 2016 (”Safe Harbour-reglerne”).

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JPMorgan says this tech stock that's tripled this year can keep going as it helps lead the AI revolution

CNBC: Investing

This technology stock on a red-hot run should continue powering the AI revolution sweeping Wall Street, according to JPMorgan.

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SHARE BUYBACK TRANSACTIONS

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

On 9 February 2024, DFDS A/S (“DFDS”) announced the initiation of a share buyback programme to be executed in accordance with EU Market Abuse Regulation, EU Regulation no. 596/2014 of 16 April 2014, and the provisions of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052 of 8 March 2016 (the “Safe Harbour Rules”).

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