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WordPress.com owner buys all-in-one messaging app Texts.com for $50M

TechCrunch: M&A

WordPress.com and Tumblr owner Automattic is adding another company to its portfolio with today’s news that it has acquired the all-in-one messaging app Texts.com for $50 million. The app brings all your messaging apps together in a single dashboard, including iMessage, Slack, WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram, Messenger, LinkedIn, Signal, Discord and X, with plans for more […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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Antitrust & Competition Life Sciences Quarterly Update - Q3 2023

JD Supra: Mergers

The FTC’s Amgen/Horizon Lawsuit Ends With a Whimper - We covered the FTC’s investigation into (and litigation challenging) Amgen’s $28.3 billion acquisition of rare disease specialist Horizon Therapeutics in our Q1 and Q2 updates.

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Bitcoin just broke above a key resistance level. Here's what chart analysts say happens next

CNBC: Investing

After oscillating between $25,000 and $30,000 for most of the year, bitcoin shot up to $35,000 on Monday.

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Strengthening the Flow of the Biotech Sector’s M&A Pipeline

JD Supra: Mergers

Originally published in Genetic Engineering News on October 10, 2023. Reprinted with permission. The biotechnology sector has long been characterized by its constant innovation, rapid technological progress, and unyielding commitment to combating diseases. Originally published in Genetic Engineering News - October 10, 2023.

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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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SPARCs: Moving Up in the World

Deal Lawyers

In August 2021, in a series of blogs, John addressed the Pershing Square Tontine Holdings lawsuit alleging that PSTH is an unregistered investment company, the joint statement from 49 law firms challenging that assertion, and Bill Ackman’s announcement of his plans to dissolve PSTH.

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DOJ Releases New M&A Safe Harbor Policy: Key Takeaways for Deal Makers, Corporate Executives, and In-House Counsel

JD Supra: Mergers

On October 4, 2023, Deputy Attorney General (AG) Lisa Monaco announced the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) new Mergers & Acquisitions Safe Harbor Policy for acquirers that uncover wrongdoing at a target company. Deputy AG Monaco emphasized the policy as part of the DOJ’s expansion of its corporate enforcement tools and ongoing efforts to combat corporate crime.

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Dollar higher as US business activity ticks up in October

Global Banking & Finance

Dollar higher as US business activity ticks up in October By Saqib Iqbal Ahmed NEW YORK (Reuters) -The dollar climbed against a basket of currencies on Tuesday as a slew of fresh economic data highlighted the strength of the U.S. economy relative to the United Kingdom and the European Union. U.S.

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Analyst calls: All the market-moving chatter from Wall Street on Tuesday morning

CNBC: Investing

Check out the market-moving analyst calls and latest chatter on Wall Street today.

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UK gets top spot in Europe for venture capital funding

Growth Business

By Dom Walbanke on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success British start-ups have attracted $15bn of venture capital investment so far this year – the highest in Europe – according to research. A report from HSBC Innovation Banking (formerly Silicon Valley Bank UK) and Dealroom found British start-ups came ahead of France and Germany, which raised $8bn and $7bn respectively.

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Here's what all the major analysts are saying about Alphabet before earnings

CNBC: Investing

Despite the tech giant's outperformance in 2023, many analysts remain bullish on the stock.

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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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ICYMI: Section 13(d) Reform: SEC Adopts Final Rules!

Deal Lawyers

Earlier this month, the SEC announced the adoption of final rules amending Regulation 13D-G. Here’s the 295-page adopting release, and here’s the 2-page fact sheet.

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Here are Tuesday's biggest analyst calls: Apple, Nvidia, Amazon, Tesla, DraftKings, Meta, Monster & more

CNBC: Investing

Here are the biggest calls on Wall Street on Tuesday.

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Cisco U.’s Live Learning Event: Join the Halloween Fun!

Cisco: M&A

Get ready for a spine-tingling adventure this Halloween season because we have a treat for you: Cisco U.

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3M beats on the top and bottom lines. Here's what the pros are saying

CNBC: Investing

Pros on CNBC discussed 3M after it beat Q3 earnings and revenue expectations.

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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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Prioritizing sustainability can open doors to profitability

Cisco: M&A

Andrew: Cisco has made sustainability a priority for many years, and we recently launched Cisco’s next generation environmental sustainability strategy.

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These stocks are on the verge of a breakout and earnings could push them over the top

CNBC: Investing

Several companies are set to report earnings this week into the next — and those results could push some stocks above breakout levels.

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Big Oil Gets Bigger as ESG Funds Are Falling Out of Favor

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

Chevron’s $53 billion bid for Hess may drive consolidation in the oil patch. Meanwhile, investors are pulling back from climate-focused investment products.

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This biotech stock is set to nearly quadruple on the back of its advanced gene therapy products, says Cantor Fitzgerald

CNBC: Investing

The rollout of several gene therapy products targeting extremely rare diseases could boost this stock 286%, according to Cantor Fitzgerald.

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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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Learn how to revolutionize your applications the Carhartt way

Cisco: M&A

What does revolutionizing applications really mean? Revolutionizing your applications means many things to different people.

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These utilities can withstand the pain as higher interest rates weigh on the sector, says Bank of America

CNBC: Investing

Rapidly rising interest rates have dented the utilities sector, but a handful of names still shine, the firm says.

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Barclays shares drop on falling profits and gloomy outlook

Financial Times - Banking

Chief executive also warns of ‘material’ cost cuts to come as part of a strategic review concluding early next year

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An options trade with a high probability of success into Microsoft's earnings after the bell

CNBC: Investing

Microsoft reports earnings after the bell.

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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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PE-backed SurgNet Health Partners acquires two surgical services providers

PE Hub

SurgNet Health Partners is newly backed by Fulcrum Equity Partners, Leavitt Equity Partners, and Harpeth Capital. The post PE-backed SurgNet Health Partners acquires two surgical services providers appeared first on PE Hub.

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BNY Mellon launches new white labelling solution for its LiquidityDirect platform

The TRADE

BNY Mellon has launched a new white labelling service for its LiquidityDirect platform, offering financial institutions a liquidity management solution for their end clients. LiquidityDirect’s technology can be leveraged by financial institutions seeking to include short-term investments in their offerings suite to provide an improved user experience through a single sign-on for their clients.

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Security solutions provider Keyfactor picks up investment from Sixth Street Growth

PE Hub

The investment puts Keyfactor at a valuation of about $1.3 billion. The post Security solutions provider Keyfactor picks up investment from Sixth Street Growth appeared first on PE Hub.

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Driving API Security Forward: Protecting Vehicle-to-Cloud Communications

Cisco: M&A

In the rapidly evolving automotive landscape, vehicles are no longer just machines that move us from point A to point B; they have transformed into complex, interconnected systems on wheels.

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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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Monument MicroCap Partners backs manufacturer Sweet Tooth Enterprises

PE Hub

Sweet Tooth operates two divisions: Micelli Chocolate Mold Company and Aztec Tooling & Injection Molding Company. The post Monument MicroCap Partners backs manufacturer Sweet Tooth Enterprises appeared first on PE Hub.

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Global Digital Workplace Market Size to Reach USD 195.97 Billion in 2032 | Emergen Research

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Rising trend of Bring You Own Device and increasing need to reduce operational costs are key factors driving Digital Workplace market growth Rising trend of Bring You Own Device and increasing need to reduce operational costs are key factors driving Digital Workplace market growth

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PSG leads investment in geospatial data processing firm AirWorks

PE Hub

In conjunction with this investment, Adam Marcus, a PSG managing director, will join AirWorks' board of directors. The post PSG leads investment in geospatial data processing firm AirWorks appeared first on PE Hub.

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ION’s LIST completes client migration onto Euronext’s Optiq trading platform

The TRADE

ION subsidiary LIST has completed phase two of the migration of its Borsa Italiana clients onto Euronext’s Optiq technology trading platform. The move follows a successful rollout of the equity segment in March. LIST has upgraded its FastTrade trading solution to accommodate the migration of Italian bond markets to the new platform, providing Italian sell-side clients increased access to international investor bases.

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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?