CNBC: Investing
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
Bridgewater's Ray Dalio said it is important for new investors to have a diversified portfolio as economic and geopolitical headwinds continue to rage on.
TechCrunch: M&A
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Cisco has a reputation of building the company through acquisitions, but it has tended to stay away from the really huge ones. That changed this morning when the company announced it was acquiring Splunk for $28 billion.
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JD Supra: Mergers
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
On August 11, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed House Bill 2222 (Public Act 103-0526) into law — bolstering Illinois’ antitrust prevention efforts by expanding the oversight purview of its Attorney General’s (AG) office with respect to health care transactions. Under the new law, the Illinois AG now has the power to review and assess certain “covered transactions” entered into between health care facilities and providers.
H. Friedman Search
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
As I got to sit down and write this week’s blog, I could not stop thinking, “It’s been a while since I wrote a blog that is directly written to the hiring manager.” Most, if not all, of my blogs always address the needs of the candidate ; however, today we are going to shift our focus and look directly at the needs of the hiring manager. With the fourth quarter rapidly approaching and headcount again a priority for 2024, the question begs itself: why should Mr. or Mrs.
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How2Exit
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
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Beyond M&A
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
I was in the gym amidst the grunts and clangs and couldn’t help but notice the parade of Herculean torsos and ‘guns’ seemingly anchored by the daintiest of legs. It’s the sort of body form that’s become almost a gym uniform, blending into the backdrop of barbells and dumbbells. As someone bestowed with the affectionate moniker ‘Lucky Legs’ at school (“Lucky they don’t break”), I have an eagle eye for such disparities.
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TechCrunch: M&A
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Salesforce has announced plans to acquire Airkit.ai, a low-code platform that helps e-commerce companies build AI-powered customer service agents. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
JD Supra: Mergers
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Yesterday, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) filed suit in federal district court alleging that U.S. Anesthesia Partners, Inc. (“USAP”), and the private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (“Welsh Carson”), which created USAP, executed a multi-year anticompetitive scheme to consolidate anesthesiology practices in Texas, drive up the price of anesthesia services provided to Texas patients and boost their own profits.
H. Friedman Search
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
How can you be the most effective to yourself when you decide it’s time to kick the tires of a new opportunity at least? You may wonder why you are even looking for a new opportunity. Is this in line with your ideal career trajectory? Was it the persuasiveness of the caller on the other end of the phone that enticed you? Or was there a deep-seated root for the reason for accepting the call?
How2Exit
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
b' rn E142: Joshua Catlett Shares His Experience in the Private Healthcare Sector - Watch Here rn rn rn rn Here is what my team and I learned from this interview: (These are notes from team members, writers, sometimes AI, and even listeners who submitted what i learned loosely edited and shared here) - If it seems a bit unrefined, you're reading our notes, so. yeah.
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.
Beyond M&A
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
“Lost and Founder” by Rand Fishkin stands out for its refreshing honesty and transparency. It’s this transparency that not only builds trust in his message but also sets a real, relatable tone for the reader. Transparency: A Foundation for Trust Despite being the founder of Moz, a successful company that offers SEO tools, Fishkin narrates his personal experiences including living in an apartment rather than a lavish mansion (as I assume all founders of well-known SaaS platforms
Midaxo
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Informed decision-making is paramount in corporate dealmaking. The success of deals relies heavily on accurate and timely data that guides strategic choices. This is where M&A analytics come into play, serving as a bridge between the vast streams of data and the crucial decisions that drive business growth. In this article, we delve into how M&A analytics help in communicating deal strategies with real-time data, enabling companies to always be prepared and avoid being caught off guard.
TechCrunch: M&A
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Venture-backed defense giant Anduril Industries is acquiring Blue Force Technologies, the advanced design and engineering firm behind the “Fury” unmanned fighter jet, as the company looks to build out its suite of autonomous systems for national security customers.
JD Supra: Mergers
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
We are seeing - Continued availability of growth capital for specialty lenders—SME lenders attract the most capital in the previous 12 months - VC debt cheques (e.g., Quilam Capital's debt investment in Merchant Money and Fasanara Capital's debt investment in Novicap).
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
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
As I sat down to write this week’s blog, I was reflecting on where all of my contacts and leads came from the previous week. Was there a trend to the candidates that I was now talking to? Were they all from bulge brackets or small regional firms? Were they on one coast versus another coast? There was no trend immediately seen. However, as I further looked at the people that are in play, I did realize that most, if not all, were coming from my database of candidates that I have spoken to in
How2Exit
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
b' E141: Navigating the Emotional and Practical Challenges of Business Transitions with Laurie Barkman- Watch Here rn rn Here is what my team and I learned from this interview: (These are notes from team members, writers, sometimes AI, and even listeners who submitted what i learned loosely edited and shared here) - If it seems a bit unrefined, you're reading our notes, so. yeah.
Beyond M&A
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
In addition to digital technology, Tech Due Diligence must look at the ‘boring’ areas of risk and governance. This means assessing key documents such as a risk register, risk mitigation plan, business impact analysis, incident response plans, etc. There are numerous reasons why: It’s good practice. Historical decision-making helps us understand the future.
The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
Two designers from New Zealand built a wildly popular social network for movie buffs. Now, they’re cashing in (and sticking around for the sequel).
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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.
TechCrunch: M&A
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
In the Wild West of generative AI, a new, unlikely cowboy is riding into town. LimeWire — once infamous for music piracy and incurring the wrath of the music industry before shutting down — last year pivoted under new owners into the world of content creation.
JD Supra: Mergers
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
“I love you, but you are not serious people.” This is the curse that Logan Roy, the founder and business titan of Waystar RoyCo, intones to his three stunned children during a poignant family moment. The three siblings (Kendall, Siobhan and Roman) vie for control of Dad’s media empire, and are monsters to each other. Yet, despite the hyperboles and cartoonish nature of the characters, the show reveals essential truths about succession planning for family businesses.
H. Friedman Search
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
We’ve discussed the proper way to say no, but how and when to say yes is just as important. It becomes even more critical if you are saying yes after turning down the offer previously or if you want to re-engage in the offer discussions after saying no. Saying yes and the timing of it is crucial, so let’s dive into this. The Question & Retort Where do we start with how to say yes?
The New York Times: Banking
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
It is one of Europe’s fastest-growing economies, and while investors and tourists are flocking to the country, memories of austerity measures are still fresh for Greeks.
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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.
Beyond M&A
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Cybersecurity should be at the forefront of any Tech DD. One of the most common threats found during our outside-in cyber assessments is the Cross-Site Scripting, or XSS, attack. If you’re reading this, it’s likely to be connected to one of our reports. Please let us know if you want to discuss your specific project. Understanding the Threat At its core, XSS allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
The TRADE
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
The SEC has ordered the filing of a new national market system plan (NMS plan), specifically directing FINRA and 18 SROs associated with Cboe, Nasdaq, and NYSE to act jointly in developing the NMS plan. The results are set to be published for public comment, and according to the SEC, the revised plan must: include a date by which it will become fully effective, alongside a prescribed timeline and periodic progress reports; require that all those involved be subject to the plan’s conflicts-of-i
TechCrunch: M&A
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Two years after announcing voice chat was coming to Roblox, the gaming company has acquired a voice tech startup, Speechly, offering voice chat moderation, real-time transcription and Voice API that lets companies add AI voice technology and voice interfaces to their products and experiences.
JD Supra: Mergers
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
The rapid advancement into the digital age has resulted in the emergence of transformative artificial intelligence (AI) tools that are capable of revolutionising industries. In this article, we set out how competition law considerations may be relevant to the development and utilisation of AI systems by market participants and examine how competition authorities are anticipating and preparing to address the new challenges posed by the widespread adoption of AI systems.
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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.
CNBC: Investing
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Amid mounting concerns over rising interest rates and inflation levels Bridgewater Associates’ founder Ray Dalio said he prefers cash over bonds.
The New York Times: Banking
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
A financially troubled firm has stopped paying investors, risking panic and testing the Chinese government’s resolve to take on debts from its property crisis.
Beyond M&A
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Value creation is often the primary focus in the investment world, where the goal is to paint a picture of prosperity and success for portfolio companies. However, in this pursuit, we often overlook the other side of the coin – value destruction. The term is not commonly used in everyday conversations, but it is real and happening everywhere. Enter Value Destruction.
The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
With brands like Tiffany, Dom Pérignon and Louis Vuitton, LVMH turned him into one of the world’s richest men. But with five children, he has a hard decision to make.
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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?
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