TechCrunch: M&A
JULY 29, 2024
Canva has acquired Leonardo.ai, a generative AI content and research startup, as the company looks to broaden the scope of its AI tech stack. The financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed, but Canva co-founder and chief product officer Cameron Adams said it’s a mix of cash and stock. All of Leonardo.ai’s 120 employees will […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 31, 2024
The due diligence process is a critical element in a merger and acquisition transaction. Most companies clearly define the steps and rarely skip them. However, the participants in the process vary widely, and ethics and compliance are often overlooked. In a perfect world, the chief ethics and compliance officer and the ethics and compliance team would be part of the deal team early on, consulted in “go or no-go” decisions, and have a seat at the table throughout the process.
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H. Friedman Search
JULY 10, 2024
Unlike most blogs we write, today’s blog is addressed to all the hiring managers in the area of Public Finance. It does not matter if you are a manager at a Bank or a Bond Counsel firm, I have a question for you. Do you really know what an executive recruiter does for you? The title, Beyond the Obvious, should give you a clue; it’s a lot more than just showing you a potential candidate and getting them hired.
The New York Times: Banking
JULY 31, 2024
The Federal Reserve is expected to leave interest rates unchanged but could set up for a cut later this year.
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The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive
JULY 30, 2024
Noisy Creek, a new media company, has bought The Stranger and The Portland Mercury, two of the country’s best known alternative weeklies.
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TechCrunch: M&A
JULY 11, 2024
While the figure of $500 million has been bandied around in various reports for months, in a press briefing early Thursday morning, Graphcore co-founder and CEO Nigel Toon remained coy on the details. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 1, 2024
Spotlight on below-threshold merger reviews: doubts over European Commission’s powers while in depth probes launched in Italy - Last month, we reported on the landmark Advocate General (AG) opinion in Illumina/GRAIL. The AG assessed whether the European Commission (EC) has jurisdiction (under its revised “Article 22” referrals policy) to review transactions where neither EU nor national merger control notification thresholds are met.
H. Friedman Search
JULY 25, 2024
This month, we wrote about the Fear of Missing out, FOMO. In my mind, this is a very real motivation of why people should be making moves. I want to discuss another fear this week, but the converse: Why are people not making moves? The first six months of this year, to say the least, have been very interesting for hiring in Public Finance. For the first time in many years, the number of new hires I have had the opportunity to assist is lower than in previous years.
The New York Times: Banking
JULY 29, 2024
Criminals on the internet are increasingly going after Americans over the age of 60 because they are viewed as having the largest piles of savings.
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.
The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive
JULY 26, 2024
In its first detailed response to a legal challenge, the agency said TikTok’s proposed changes wouldn’t prevent China from using it to collect U.S. users’ data or spread propaganda.
CNBC: Investing
JULY 24, 2024
NextEra CEO John Ketchum said the company is considering restarting the Duane Arnold Energy Center, though a risk assessment is needed.
TechCrunch: M&A
JULY 9, 2024
Design and animation are core to the Duolingo experience, which makes learning a new language or skill more like a game rather than a task to be dreaded. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 30, 2024
As we move into the second half of 2024, the competition law landscape across the Asia-Pacific region continues to shift towards tighter regulation and increased enforcement. Faced with the intricate challenges of modern market structures and the evolving dynamics of the digital economy, competition regulators have placed legislative reform at the top of their agendas.
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.
H. Friedman Search
JULY 18, 2024
Yesterday was Tuesday. It was also Prime Day, which is practically recognized as a National Shopping holiday by many people. Why is Prime Day so well-heeded? The simple reason is that the average person like you and I, doesn’t want to miss out on some great bargains. The fear of missing out is so intense that Best Buy, another retail chain, declared yesterday was also a great shopping day – “Black Friday in July is ending this Wednesday.
The New York Times: Banking
JULY 30, 2024
The closely watched move by the Bank of Japan could bolster the country’s beleaguered currency.
The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive
JULY 22, 2024
Wiz’s chief executive said the company walked away from a “humbling offer” and would pursue an initial public offering instead.
CNBC: Investing
JULY 26, 2024
Nvidia has struggled in July and could have further downside, according to Raymond James.
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TechCrunch: M&A
JULY 20, 2024
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, is in advanced talks to acquire cybersecurity startup Wiz for $23 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday. TechCrunch’s sources heard similar and added that deal discussions could last into next week. If this deal does end up getting done, it would be Alphabet’s largest acquisition yet.
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 29, 2024
UNITED STATES - - Agencies Revisiting Consummated Mergers - What’s old is new again, as agencies are increasingly scrutinizing consummated mergers from years past. In May 2024, the US Department of Justice (DOJ), Antitrust Division, together with 30 states and the District of Columbia, sued Live Nation, alleging monopolization and other claims. If successful, the lawsuit could result in Live Nation being forced to sell Ticketmaster despite regulators clearing the combination in 2010.
Deal Lawyers
JULY 24, 2024
Many D&O policies include “bump-up” exclusions that can come into play when a buyer increases the price to be paid in an acquisition in response to litigation challenging the deal.
The New York Times: Banking
JULY 29, 2024
The Fed’s refusal to lower interest rates is souring the public in an election year, harming vulnerable Americans, hindering the fight against climate change and potentially destabilizing the economy.
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The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive
JULY 7, 2024
The deal, approved by Paramount’s board, ushers in a new chapter for the company, which owns CBS and the movie studio behind “Top Gun.
CNBC: Investing
JULY 26, 2024
Bill Ackman is postponing the highly scrutinized listing of Pershing Square's U.S. closed-end fund, according to a notice on the NYSE's website.
TechCrunch: M&A
JULY 18, 2024
The Korean tech giant is acquiring Oxford Semantic Technologies, a U.K.-based knowledge graph startup that has built an AI reasoning engine. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 30, 2024
There are several steps to follow when preparing to sell your business. It is important to allow plenty of time for planning and organization, as the process will usually require many months to a year or more. Why does it take so long to prepare your business for sale? The simple reason is that many owners of LLCs, S Corporations, and even C Corporations do not keep up to date with business financial records and the documentation required to successfully sell or transfer a business.
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Deal Lawyers
JULY 19, 2024
Earlier this week, I blogged about a Richards Layton article addressing how the MFW defense has fared in the Delaware courts in the decade since the Delaware Supreme Court established the MFW framework. The article observed that the success of the defense has declined markedly in recent years.
The New York Times: Banking
JULY 13, 2024
The Treasury secretary views food as a way to connect, and her dining decisions have become the subject of global intrigue.
The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive
JULY 10, 2024
When the private equity firm Carlyle bought Beautycounter, the skin care brand that people sold at kitchen tables, everything changed.
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