LONDON: MIH East Holdings, a subsidiary of Miami International Holdings (MIH), has announced a proposed acquisition of The International Stock Exchange Group Limited (TISE). The offer, set at £22.50 per share, seeks to acquire the entire issued and to be issued ordinary share capital of TISE, valuing the company at approximately £70.4 million. MIH’s growth…
Fiserv acquires CCV to expand clover platform in Europe
Fiserv Inc. (NYSE: FI), a global leader in payments and financial services technology, announced its acquisition of CCV, a payment solutions provider operating in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. The move highlights Fiserv’s commitment to growth in the European market. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in Arnhem in 1958, CCV has been…
80 Mile PLC agrees to sell Finnish subsidiary to Metals One
LONDON: 80 Mile PLC, an exploration and development company listed on AIM, FSE, and the Pink Market, announced Wednesday that it has signed a binding agreement to sell FinnAust Mining Finland Oy, its wholly owned Finnish subsidiary, to Metals One Plc. The subsidiary holds licenses for the Hammaslahti Copper-Zinc Project and the Outokumpu Copper Project in Finland….
Dassault Systèmes invests in Click Therapeutics
PARIS: Dassault Systèmes, through its MEDIDATA brand, has deepened its collaboration with Click Therapeutics, investing in cutting-edge solutions to enhance patient engagement and real-world care. The partnership aims to set a gold standard for digital and pharmaceutical clinical trials, paving the way for advancements in Prescription Digital Therapeutics (PDTs) and Software-Enhanced (SE) products. MEDIDATA’s technology, which supports…
Frontgrade Technologies acquires defense solutions division of Crescend Technologies
Frontgrade Technologies, a leader in high-reliability electronic solutions for space and national security missions, announced Wednesday its acquisition of IDSI, LLC, the Defense Solutions division of Crescend Technologies, LLC. The move is set to enhance Frontgrade’s Radio Frequency (RF) amplifier capabilities for the aerospace and defense industries. IDSI, based in York, Pennsylvania, specializes in the design, development,…
T2S Solutions has acquired Blue Marble Communications
T2S Solutions, a provider of advanced technologies supporting U.S. defense and national security missions, announced Wednesday its acquisition of Blue Marble Communications, a company specializing in space-qualified communications and computing technologies. Blue Marble, founded in 2017 and based in San Diego, has become a critical player in the growing demand for satellite and spaceflight technology….
British consumers prioritize banking apps over local branches
LONDON: As the banking landscape evolves, British consumers are placing increasing value on mobile banking apps, according to the 2024 FICO Bank Customer Experience Survey. Three-quarters of respondents identified a high-quality phone app as the most important or second most important factor in their choice of primary banking services. In contrast, just 33% prioritized the availability…
Nasdaq and nuam extend strategic partnership to modernize Latin American markets
Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) and nuam (NUAM: nuam), the merged entity of the Santiago, Lima, and Colombia stock exchanges, have announced an extension of their strategic technology partnership. The collaboration will see nuam’s central securities depositories (CSDs) adopt Nasdaq’s platform, aiming to optimize post-trade processes across the region. The agreement builds on Nasdaq’s existing relationship with…
HSQ Investment offers to acquire Kingswood Holdings for £48.03 million
LONDON: HSQ Investment Limited has announced an unconditional cash offer to acquire all remaining shares of Kingswood, valuing the shares at 7 pence each. The offer, which values Kingswood at approximately £48.03 million, will be made through the issuance of an Offer Document and Form of Acceptance. These documents are expected to be sent to shareholders…
Emerald Holdings acquires Insurtech Insights
NEW YORK: Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) announced Monday its acquisition of all assets of London-based Insurtech Insights, a leading company in the insurance technology community. The move marks Emerald’s entry into the burgeoning insurtech sector and supports the company’s strategy to broaden its portfolio through acquisitions in high-growth markets. Founded in 2018, Insurtech Insights is renowned…
Airbus Ventures invests in Featherless.ai
Airbus Ventures has announced its investment in Featherless.ai, a leader in serverless AI inference platforms. The innovative technology developed by Featherless.ai optimizes GPU utilization, reduces costly downtime, and significantly lowers operational expenses, enabling AI inference at reduced costs. “AI has the power to transform industries and empower individuals around the globe,” said Eugene Cheah, founder…
Pandion Optimization Alliance acquires Blackmaple Group
Pandion Optimization Alliance, a national Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) with a century-long history of delivering cost savings and value to its members, has acquired Blackmaple Group, LLC (BMG), a leading purchasing organization specializing in independent physician practices and women’s healthcare. The acquisition solidifies Pandion’s position as the premier GPO for women’s health providers in the United…