Marsh McLennan to acquire two businesses; Querbes & Nelson and Louisiana Companies

Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA), a subsidiary of Marsh, has announced that it will acquire two of the oldest and largest insurance agencies in Louisiana, Querbes & Nelson (Q&N) and Louisiana Companies, in a move that will double its presence in the state. Q&N, based in Shreveport, was founded in 1914 and specializes in business insurance,…

Geogentia launches In:SITE, a contraband detection service in high-security facilities

Geogentia, a leader in geospatial intelligence and big data, has announced the launch of In:SITE, a service that can enhance the security of correctional facilities and other high-security areas by detecting contraband devices. In:SITE is a breakthrough in the field of contraband detection, as it can identify the presence of unauthorized mobile devices, such as…

Bollegraaf and Greyparrot join forces to create smart recycling plants using AI

Bollegraaf, the world’s largest builder of recycling plants, has entered into a strategic partnership with Greyparrot, a pioneer in AI waste analytics, to transform global waste management. The deal, worth $12.8M, will see Bollegraaf transfer its AI vision business to Greyparrot and also become a worldwide distributor and strategic partner for Greyparrot’s Analyzer, which provides…

Rain secures $300 million from Clear Haven Capital Management

Rain, a platform that allows employees to access their earned wages in real-time, announced today that it has secured $300 million in financing from Clear Haven Capital Management. The new funding will help Rain scale its offering to more employers and employees, who can benefit from greater financial control and well-being. Rain’s platform enables employees…

Frugl Group appoints new CEO and CFO

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Frugl Group Limited (ASX: FGL), a data analytics company, has announced the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Ken Tovich, effective from 12 February 2024. Mr Tovich has over 30 years of experience in various industries, including agriculture, finance, and banking. He was previously the Head of International Sales at…

Pakistan’s internet shutdown sparks controversy and criticism

Country’s telecom authority, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), has reportedly launched an investigation into the alleged internet shutdown that occurred on Sunday, ahead of a virtual meeting of the opposition party Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI). Prime Minister Imran Khan, is facing corruption and immorality charges. Khan’s tenure is marred with misgovernance and inefficiency. Nonetheless, the popular…

Aptamer Group partners with biotech firm to target genetic medicines with Optimers

LONDON: Aptamer Group plc, a company that develops novel Optimer binders for the life sciences industry, has signed a deal with a biotech firm that makes genetic medicines. The deal involves using Aptamer Group’s platform to discover Optimers that can target genetic medicines to specific cells. Aptamer Group will get up to £553,000 for this…