Fri.Nov 22, 2024

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Capital Markets Tribunal Establishes New Framework for Evaluating Poison Pills

JD Supra: Mergers

The Ontario Capital Markets Tribunal recently released its highly anticipated reasons for cease trading a shareholder rights plan adopted by Bitfarms Ltd. (Bitfarms) with a 15% trigger (15% Rights Plan). In Riot Platforms, Inc. v. Bitfarms Ltd., 2024 ONCMT 27, the Tribunal exercised its public interest jurisdiction under section 127(1) of the Ontario Securities Act to cease trade the 15% Rights Plan because it deviated both from the customary 20% trigger contained in virtually all “next.

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Duty of Loyalty: Lack of Provable Harm to Company Won’t Preclude Damages

Deal Lawyers

The Chancery Court recent decision in GB-SP Holdings LLC et al. v. Walker, (Del. Ch.; 11/24) provides a reminder that fiduciaries who breach their duty of loyalty may find themselves facing financial consequences even if damages to the company itself are too speculative to be proven.

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Competition and Consumer Law Round-Up

JD Supra: Mergers

What's Inside this Issue? This edition of the K&L Gates Competition & Consumer Law Round-Up provides a summary of recent and significant updates from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), as well as other noteworthy developments in the competition and consumer law space.

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Goldman says 2025 will be the 'year of generating income'

CNBC: Investing

The Wall Street firm expects less upside for equities, and believes adding income-earning assets to a portfolio could help boost returns.

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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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Key Regulatory Updates for Hong Kong Listed Companies - September/October 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

The updates include an information paper on implementing an uncertificated securities market, and a joint announcement on an enhanced timeframe for a new listing application process.

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In Case You Missed It: The ABA Antitrust Section's Fall Forum

JD Supra: Mergers

On November 14, 2024, the American Bar Association (ABA) held its annual Antitrust Fall Forum in Washington, D.C., co-chaired this year by Wilson Sonsini partner Taylor M. Owings. The Forum was a chance for the antitrust bar to react to the U.S. election results and the likely landscape for antitrust in the next four years.

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Cboe set to launch first cash-settled options product for spot Bitcoin

The TRADE

Cboe Global Markets has announced plans to launch the first cash-settled index options related to the price of spot Bitcoin. The product will be available beginning 2 December and exclusively listed and traded on Cboe Options Exchange. The options will be SEC-regulated and based on the new Cboe Bitcoin US ETF Index. “Our new suite of options on the Cboe Bitcoin US ETF Index offers a timely and compelling solution for traders to efficiently gain exposure to spot Bitcoin,” said Rob Hoc

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[Audio] JONES DAY TALKS®: Five Pillars of Series A Shareholder Rights: A Discussion for VC Investors

JD Supra: Mergers

The challenges and mechanics of growing a new venture are complex, and when the competing interests of different investor classes are considered, trouble and conflict are possible. As part of a continuing series of podcasts on early stage and venture capital investing, Jones Day partners Tim Curry, Taylor Stevens, and Alex Wibaux discuss the “five pillars” Series A and later investors should understand to ensure their rights and interests are protected.

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Four big reasons to own gold into 2025

CNBC: Investing

Gold is on track for its best week in more than a year, and UBS sees the precious metal offering even more upside in 2025.

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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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Alabama CON Report - November 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

I. Certificate of Need Program - A. Contested Case: AL2024-008, Southern Orthopaedic Surgery Center, LLC, Montgomery County, AL: Proposes to develop a freestanding, non-hospital based, limited multi-specialty ambulatory surgery center (ASC) specializing in orthopedics and neurosurgery in the city of Montgomery, Montgomery County, Alabama. Upon completion, the proposed ASC will have six (6) operating rooms (two of which will be shelled out space only), two (2) procedure rooms, nine (9).

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Morgan Stanley cautions against owning overcrowded stocks for risk of high valuation, volatility

CNBC: Investing

The firm noted that "crowdedness" could mark a starting point for idea generation, and additional research is needed before making an investment decision.

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SEC approves FICC access models and segregated accounts and margin rule filings

The TRADE

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation’s (FICC) rule filings linked to access models and segregated accounts and margin. In relation to segregated accounts and margin, FICC’s proposed rule changes seek to address the Commission’s new requirements and the conditions for including margin in the broker-dealer reserve formulas.

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JPMorgan says this steelmaker could could gain more than 20% from here

CNBC: Investing

Structural tailwinds are driving demand for Carpenter Technology's highest-margin products, particularly in aerospace, medical and energy, the firm said.

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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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Why Cisco Leads with Wi-Fi 7: Transforming Future Connectivity

Cisco: M&A

This blog explores why Cisco is the leading choice for Wi-Fi 7, showcasing innovative solutions that provide enhanced speed, security, and reliability. Learn how Cisco helps future-proof your network for the next era of connectivity.

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Razorpay x Appmaker: Building the Future of Mobile Shopping

Razorpay

The way people shop online has evolved, and mobile apps are leading the charge. With app-based stores delivering 3x higher conversions than traditional e-commerce websites, it’s clear that mobile apps aren’t just a convenience—they’re a game-changer for businesses. To help brands unlock this potential, Razorpay Magic Checkout and Appmaker have joined forces, creating an integration that transforms Shopify stores into high-performance mobile apps.

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Add-ons continue to outpace platform acquisitions after COVID

Private Equity Info

From steady growth to pandemic-driven surges, private equity acquisitions have shifted from a platform-dominated market to a post-COVID era where add-ons now lead the charge.

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Do it Best Successfully Completes Purchase of True Value

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Transaction creates the world’s largest network of independent home improvement stores Transaction creates the world’s largest network of independent home improvement stores

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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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JPMorgan says this steelmaker could gain more than 20% from here

CNBC: Investing

Structural tailwinds are driving demand for Carpenter Technology's highest-margin products, particularly in aerospace, medical and energy, the firm said.

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SCOR annonce la mise à disposition de la Note d'Information et du Document Autres Informations concernant l'offre publique sur MRM

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Communiqué de presse22 novembre 2024 - N° 18 SCOR annonce la mise à disposition de la Note d'Information et du Document Autres Informations concernant.

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DirecTV Calls Off Plans to Acquire Dish Network

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

The deal, which would have created one of the largest pay-TV providers in the United States, fell apart after strong objections from Dish’s lenders.

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SCOR announces the availability to the public of the Offer Document and the Other Information Document regarding its tender offer on MRM

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Press releaseNovember 22, 2024 - N° 18 SCOR announces the availability to the public of the Offer Document and the Other Information Document regarding.

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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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The Customer Adoption Journey of Cisco Secure Workload

Cisco: M&A

Explore the customer adoption journey of Cisco Secure Workload, with key stages and best practices for successful implementation highlighted.

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Hudson Acquisition I Corp. Announces Signing of Definitive Business Combination Agreement With Aiways Europe, an Electrical Vehicle Company Focused on the Development, Sales and Consumer Solutions Supporting Bevs in the European Market

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

New York, NY and Munich, Germany, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudson Acquisition I Corp. (the “ Company ” or “ HUDA ”) (Nasdaq: HUDA), and Aiways Automobile Europe GmbH (“ Aiways Europe ”) announced today that they have entered into a definitive Business Combination Agreement (the “ Business Combination Agreement ”), pursuant to which, upon the consummation of the transactions contemplated thereby (the “ Business Combination ”), EUROEV Holdings Limited, a newly formed British Virgin Island

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FanDuel parent Flutter Entertainment can triple its U.S. profits over the next three years, Goldman says

CNBC: Investing

FanDuel parent Flutter Entertainment is poised for even more gains ahead as its U.S. growth takes off, according to Goldman Sachs.

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Adani Group could find funding harder after US indictment as banks review credit

Global Banking & Finance

By Scott Murdoch and Tom Westbrook (Reuters) -Gautam Adani’s conglomerate could find it harder to get funding following a U.S. arrest warrant for its billionaire founder, with some banks considering halting fresh credit to the Indian group due to an alleged $265 million bribery scheme.

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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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Supercapacitor Market is Estimated to Develop at a Stellar 14.2% CAGR through 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Westford, USA, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the Supercapacitor Market will attain a value of USD 1504.29 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 14.2% over the forecast period (2024-2031). Growing demand for advanced energy storage systems and rising sales of electric vehicles are projected to uplift the demand for supercapacitors across the forecast period.

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Dollar climbs, euro weakens to two-year low after PMI data

Global Banking & Finance

By Chuck Mikolajczak NEW YORK (Reuters) -The euro fell to a two-year low while the dollar gained on Friday after gauges of business activity were released in each region, while bitcoin again hit a record high as it continued its ascent towards the $100,000 mark.

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Telehandler Market is Estimated to Develop at a High 7.1% CAGR through 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Westford, USA, Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the Telehandler Market will attain a value of USD 12.24 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 7.1% over the forecast period (2024-2031). Growing investments in infrastructure development around the world and rapid industrialization are predicted to be the key market drivers for telehandler companies in the future.