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In Proposing Move From Delaware To Nevada, This Corporation Cites The Burden Of MFW

JD Supra: Mergers

Earlier this week, The Trade Desk, Inc. filed preliminary proxy materials for a special meeting of stockholders. The purpose of the meeting is to approve the reincorporation of the corporation from the State of Delaware to the State of Nevada by conversion. This particular proxy statement caught my eye because it specifically calls out several Delaware court decisions.

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The Tor Project merges with Tails, a Linux-based portable OS focused on privacy

TechCrunch: M&A

The Tor Project is merging operations with Tails, a portable Linux-based operating system focused on preserving user privacy and anonymity. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Signed, Sealed, DELAY!

H. Friedman Search

I was actually hoping I would not have to write about this trend. I’ve been hoping that it was just an isolated situation, but regrettably, it’s not. Across all channels within our industry in public finance, from bankers to bond counsels, a delay is a common occurrence. I am talking about delay after an offer has been accepted. How Much Of A Delay Are We Talking…?

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The U.S. wants to triple nuclear power by 2050. America's coal communities could provide a pathway

CNBC: Investing

The U.S. needs to add 200 gigawatts of nuclear power, a senior official at the Department of Energy said.

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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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FDIC, OCC, and DOJ Update Guidance on Bank Merger Evaluations

JD Supra: Mergers

Last week, each of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and the Department of Justice Antitrust Division (DOJ) revised how they will review bank mergers. Our Financial Services and Antitrust teams highlight what banks considering mergers should know about the changes.

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Will A.I. Be a Bust? A Wall Street Skeptic Rings the Alarm.

The New York Times: Banking

Jim Covello, Goldman Sachs’s head of stock research, warned that building too much of what the world doesn’t need “typically ends badly.

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David Tepper's big bet after the Fed rate cut was to buy 'everything' related to China

CNBC: Investing

The billionaire founder of Appaloosa Management said he may have doubled his limit on China equities with this move.

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Dialysis & Nephrology Digest - September 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

Appellate court ruling widens scope of NY fee-splitting law to include earnouts - The decision overturned a lower court ruling relating to the sale of part of a dental practice in 2015. The plaintiff agreed to sell certain assets to another dental practice for $250,000. Under the asset purchase agreement (APA), the defendant was to pay a fixed sum of $50,000, with the remainder of the purchase price parsed out in monthly installments based on: A percentage of the future monthly revenue.

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Subscription management platform RevenueCat acquires a ‘spicy’ audiobooks app (??!!)

TechCrunch: M&A

The idea here is to bring a subscription-based app in-house to serve as a testing ground for RevenueCat's new features. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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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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Want to End Poverty? Focus on One Thing.

The New York Times: Banking

Electrifying the world could produce the largest development gains since the 1990s.

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What Warren Buffett's recent moves say – and don’t say – about today’s market

CNBC: Investing

Can the recent Apple and Bank of America sales, along with Berkshire's ballooning cash position, tell us anything about Buffett's current market views?

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OFAC’s Stated Concern About Foreign Companies and Domestic Sanctions Compliance and Post-Acquisition Compliance (Party IV of IV)

JD Supra: Mergers

Foreign companies with U.S. operations are struggling to navigate the landscape of sanctions compliance. OFAC has expressed its concern that foreign companies need to deploy U.S. based expertise and resources to ensure compliance with sanctions.

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Commvault acquires data backup provider Clumio

TechCrunch: M&A

The deal is expected to close in early October. Commvault says it's not material to its earnings and that it'll be funded with cash on hand. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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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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Tech Due Diligence: Your Financial Model Sucks.

Beyond M&A

The Financial Model Challenge in Tech Due Diligence It’s no secret that the current economic climate is challenging. Rising interest rates, higher costs, and prolonged fundraising cycles have created a tough environment for startups and investors alike. The M&A world is feeling the squeeze, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the financial models being presented during Tech Due Diligence (DD).

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A new ETF uses AI to emulate Warren Buffett's investment style

CNBC: Investing

Intelligent Alpha is in the works to launch an Intelligent Omaha ETF that relies on artificial intelligence to emulate Buffett's investing philosophy.

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CEO Ousters Hit Record Numbers

JD Supra: Mergers

According to research firm Exechange, 74 chief executive officers have been fired or forced out this year, which is the highest number since 2017.

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Exit Strategy 2.0: Essential Steps Entrepreneurs Must Take to Maximize Value Before Selling

How2Exit

E244: Exit Strategy 2.0: Essential Steps Entrepreneurs Must Take to Maximize Value Before Selling - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Ian Smith is the founder of The Portfolio Partnership, a consulting firm dedicated to helping business owners enhance their businesses, making them attractive for potential buyers. Ian's career began as a Scottish Chartered Accountant and rapidly transitioned into the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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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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Qualcomm Asked Rival Intel if It Would Consider Sale

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

While Intel has struggled in recent years, other chipmakers are thriving because of a boom in demand.

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Meet the Latin American e-commerce platform that's outperforming Amazon this year

CNBC: Investing

MercadoLibre has emerged as a top pick on Wall Street as investors search for tech opportunities beyond the Magnificent Seven.

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Navigating the Dynamic M&A Landscape in the Sports Apparel Industry

JD Supra: Mergers

The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape in the sports industry has remained notably active and attractive to investors, driven by continuous digital transformation and global franchise investments. Since 1985, the sports industry has recorded 5,724 M&A transactions, amounting to $1.7 trillion, highlighting a sustained growth trajectory.

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China Cuts Interest Rates and Mortgage Down Payments

The New York Times: Banking

The country’s central bank also freed commercial banks to lend more money in a package of moves aimed at rekindling growth in a stagnant economy.

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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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Antitrust Cases and Monopoly Lawsuits: Here Are Major Companies Sued by the U.S.

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

Below are 15 major cases brought by the Justice Department and Federal Trade Commission since late 2020, as President Biden’s top antitrust enforcers have promised to sue monopolies and block big mergers.

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Goldman recommends buying Tesla call options before two big catalysts in October

CNBC: Investing

This options trade could make a profit if Tesla's robotaxi event next month gives the stock a boost.

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[Audio] AGG Talks: Women in Tech Law Podcast - Episode 4: Preparing for a Transaction? What Emerging Growth Companies Need to Know

JD Supra: Mergers

In this episode, AGG Corporate partner and member of the firm’s Women in Tech Law, Paula Nagarajan, is joined by Jenea Bradley, an audit partner at Deloitte, to discuss the critical aspects of preparing for a transaction, particularly for emerging growth companies. They provide a comprehensive guide on navigating private fundraises and M&A deals, covering essential phases such as due diligence, negotiating terms, and closing the deal.

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Succesful traders combine data-driven analysis with traditional trading acumen

The TRADE

How are skillsets on the desk having to evolve as the market becomes increasingly technological? The required skillsets on a buy-side FX trading desk are undergoing significant transformation due to technological advancements. Traditional skills, while still essential, are increasingly supplemented by a robust understanding of data analytics, algorithmic trading and technological tools.

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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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Can TikTok Be Reformed? This Billionaire Wants to Try.

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

Frank McCourt hopes to make TikTok safer to use. He’ll have to buy it first.

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Morgan Stanley’s Jonas downgrades Ford and GM, citing China competition, problems with U.S. consumer

CNBC: Investing

The outlook for the U.S. auto industry is getting worse, which could put pressure on Ford Motor and General Motors, according to Morgan Stanley’s Adam Jonas.

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The John Deere’s FCPA Case: A Throwback to Compliance Fundamentals

JD Supra: Mergers

In the world of corporate compliance, some very basic compliance lessons seem destined to be repeated. This was certainly clear from the recently announced Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Foreign Corruption Practices Act enforcement action involving Deere (John Deere herein).