Wed.Nov 29, 2023

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SpaceX acquires parachute company for $2.2M – because it turns out space-rated parachutes are very hard

TechCrunch: M&A

SpaceX is known for its vertical integration, but one component it’s been outsourcing is parachutes — until earlier this month, when the company quietly acquired parachute vendor Pioneer Aerospace after its parent company went bankrupt. The Information first reported the news. This is the second known acquisition for SpaceX, which acquired small satellite startup Swarm […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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Private capital's place in the Middle East energy transition

JD Supra: Mergers

Ambitious plans for renewable energy projects will create long-term opportunities for private funds and sovereign investors in the region, say Ben Ward and Kamar Jaffer. They explore the trends in private markets and what they could mean for the future of energy transition.

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M&A Disclosure: 7th Cir. Says Information About Alternative Deal Structure Not Material

Deal Lawyers

Earlier this month, in Smykla v. Molinaroli, (7th Cir.; 11/23) the 7th Circuit rejected disclosure claims premised on alleged misstatements and omissions in a proxy statement relating to the 2016 inversion transaction between Johnson Controls & Tyco International.

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Gun-jumping in M&A – ECJ confirms the possibility of two separate fines for gun-jumping and the European Commission’s broad interpretation of what constitutes gun-jumping (Altice)

JD Supra: Mergers

On 9 November 2023, the European Court of Justice ("ECJ") confirmed that the European Commission ("EC") was right to impose two separate fines on Altice for breaching standstill rules and failing to notify its acquisition of PT Portugal, but lowered the fine for failure to notify by €3.1 million.

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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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How Munger and Buffett's 60-year partnership was so special: 'Charlie and I have never had an argument'

CNBC: Investing

The journey to Munger and Buffett's unparalleled success was full of learning, experience and laughter, but never an argument.

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Jezebel to Be Resurrected by Paste Magazine

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

The pioneering feminist website is being sold to Paste by G/O Media, which had shut down the site this month.

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These are the stocks hedge funds are betting the most against as the market surges in November

CNBC: Investing

Short sellers upped their bets against a handful of popular auto parts firms and artificial intelligence-focused names in November as the market rallied.

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What is Payment Security? Actionable Guide on Types & Secure Payment Gateway Protocols

Razorpay

Payment security is a critical concern for businesses in 2023, as the digital landscape continues to evolve. It encompasses protective measures and protocols to safeguard sensitive payment information during online transactions. In FY2022-23, banks reported a total number of 6,659 cases of digital payment fraud. According to the IBM Security report of 2023, the average cost of a data breach in India reached INR 17.9 crores.

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Navigating the DevOps Roadmap

Cisco: M&A

In my previous blog , The Rise and Rise of DevOps Adoption , I explored the remarkable rise in popularity of DevOps and the rapid adoption of DevOps practices across the tech industry.

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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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Beware these stocks hedge funds are crowding into, Morgan Stanley says

CNBC: Investing

As the market rallies, investors need to be careful they don't step into overcrowded trades, according to Morgan Stanley.

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Madison Dearborn Partners snaps up T2S Solutions

PE Hub

T2S provides R&D, prototyping, engineering, integration and technology products. The post Madison Dearborn Partners snaps up T2S Solutions appeared first on PE Hub.

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Citi Executive Sues the Bank Over Sexual Harassment

The New York Times: Banking

Ardith Lindsey, a managing director, is accusing the bank of tolerating a culture in which managers sexually harassed her.

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Sustainability through Cisco’s circular business practices

Cisco: M&A

In the fast-paced digital age, electronic waste, commonly known as e-waste, has emerged as a formidable environmental challenge.

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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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Wednesday's analyst calls: Strong chipmaker play for 2024, Chinese e-commerce stock a top pick

CNBC: Investing

Wednesday's analyst calls include top picks in the semiconductor and Chinese e-commerce sectors.

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NewSpring brings its playbook to sports marketer Underdog

PE Hub

NewSpring bought Underdog in June and announced its first add-on earlier in November. The post NewSpring brings its playbook to sports marketer Underdog appeared first on PE Hub.

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Charlie Munger was still picking and holding winners into his 90s. Here are some of his favorites

CNBC: Investing

Here are some of Munger's moves that he was still publicly supporting and profiting from in 2023.

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Blackstone to buy pet care provider Rover in a $2.3bn take-private deal

PE Hub

Rover is an online marketplace for pet care. The post Blackstone to buy pet care provider Rover in a $2.3bn take-private deal appeared first on PE Hub.

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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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India to roll out optional T+0 from March 2024 as part of roadmap to instantaneous settlement

The TRADE

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) plans to roll out an optional same-day settlement system in March next year as part of plans to introduce instantaneous settlement in 2025. The regulator has been in consultation with market infrastructures and brokers to create a roadmap as it looks to lead to way in the global push to reduce settlement times.

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Osceola Capital-backed Talent Groups buys Progilisys

PE Hub

Progilisys is an IT staffing and IT-managed service provider. The post Osceola Capital-backed Talent Groups buys Progilisys appeared first on PE Hub.

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How giving away some winning stocks can help cut taxes and balance your portfolio

CNBC: Investing

Peel off a few shares of those big winners this year and donate them to charity.

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Envisioning AI Mastery in Federal IT: Pioneering a Future of Enhanced Public Service

Cisco: M&A

Imagine a world where AI not only complements but significantly transforms federal operations.

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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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A comeback bet on a cheap drug stock that's missed the market rally and is at a 52-week low

CNBC: Investing

This stock is unloved by most analysts and trading at a new 52-week low.

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KKR takes full ownership of Global Atlantic; NewSpring builds out sports marketing platform

PE Hub

KKR will acquire the remaining 37 percent stake in insurance company Global Atlantic. The post KKR takes full ownership of Global Atlantic; NewSpring builds out sports marketing platform appeared first on PE Hub.

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Cisco cloud observability and the power of platforms

Cisco: M&A

Observability is high on the agenda of every C-Suite technology discussion, and for good reason.

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Charac secures £1M investment from world-class medication platform MedAdvisor to drive its International growth

Global Banking & Finance

Charac secures £1M investment from world-class medication platform MedAdvisor to drive its International growth Total capital raised by Charac now sits at £3.

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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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The University as a Living Lab: Driving Research Value and Sustainability

Cisco: M&A

As the world faces complex challenges, universities have emerged as vital institutions for innovation, talent and knowledge creation.

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Here are Wednesday's biggest analyst calls: Apple, Amazon, Tesla, Schwab, Pinterest, Exxon, Disney & more

CNBC: Investing

Here are Wednesday's biggest calls on Wall Street.

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EU committee gives green light for Euro derivatives clearing active accounts

The TRADE

A committee of European policymakers has, on Tuesday 28 November, voted in favour of the draft EU rules around active clearing accounts, aimed at encouraging more Euro clearing volumes away from the City of London and back to the Bloc. Euro-denominated derivatives clearing is a market that has historically been dominated by the London Stock Exchange Group’s clearing house LCH in the City and has proved to be one of the key battle lines drawn since Brexit.