QuantumScape Corporation, a leader in next-generation solid-state lithium-metal battery technology, has appointed Dr. Siva Sivaram as its new CEO and board member, effective February 15, 2024. Dr. Sivaram, a semiconductor and data storage industry veteran, joined QuantumScape as President in September 2023 from Western Digital Corp. Dr. Sivaram will succeed co-founder and CEO Jagdeep Singh,…
Guident and Auve Tech Partner to Enhance MiCa Autonomous Shuttle with Teleoperation Technology
LONDON: Guident Ltd, a Tekcapital portfolio company and a leader in AV teleoperation, announced today that it will integrate its remote monitoring and control software with the MiCa autonomous shuttle from Auve Tech, an Estonia-based company that develops and manufactures autonomous transportation systems. The MiCa shuttle is the world’s most compact and flexible level 4…
Quadrise Plc signs project development agreement with Euthenia and BTG Bioliquids
LONDON, UK: Quadrise Plc (AIM: QED), the supplier of innovative energy solutions for a cleaner planet, announced the signature of a Project Development Agreement (“PDA”) with renewable biofuels specialists, BTG Bioliquids BV (“BTL”) and Euthenia Energy Group Limited (“Euthenia”). As announced on 8 June 2023, Quadrise and BTL entered into a Joint Development Agreement (“JDA”)…
Katoro Gold appoints Sean Wade as Non-executive Chairman
LONDON, UK: Katoro Gold PLC (AIM:KAT), a strategic and precious minerals exploration and development company, announced the proposed appointment of Sean Wade as Non-executive Chairman of the Company, subject to due diligence. Mr Wade is the Chief Executive Officer of Power Metal Resources PLC (AIM:POW), Katoro’s joint venture partner at the Haneti Project in Tanzania,…
Ken Lever has been appointed Chair of Cirata Plc
LONDON, UK: Cirata plc (LSE: CRTA), announced that after due process, Ken Lever has been appointed as Chair and Non-Executive Director of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) effective immediately. Ken Lever has served as Interim Chair and Non-Executive Director since 17 March 2023[1]. He was initially appointed as Interim Chair to provide leadership and…
Renesas Electronics to acquire Altium Limited for A$9.1 billion
Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, and Altium Limited, a global leader in electronics design systems, have agreed to a deal that will see Renesas acquire all outstanding shares of Altium for A$68.50 per share, valuing the company at A$9.1 billion. The acquisition will enable the two industry leaders to establish an…
How to Invest Money Wisely: A Guide for the American Business Man
If you are a successful business man, you may have accumulated a considerable amount of wealth in the past decade. You may also have a growing business surplus that you need to set aside for emergencies. But do you know how to invest your money wisely and make it work for you? Investing money is…
Yamaha unveils world’s first hydrogen-powered boat
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. has revealed a groundbreaking innovation in the marine industry: a hydrogen-powered outboard engine for recreational boats. The company also showcased a prototype boat equipped with a hydrogen fuel system, which it plans to test on the water later this year. The project is part of Yamaha’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality…
Armis agrees to acquire AI threat hunting company CTCI
Armis, the asset intelligence cybersecurity company, has acquired CTCI (Cyber Threat Cognitive Intelligence), a privately held company that specializes in AI-powered pre-attack threat hunting technology. The deal, which closed this week, will enable Armis to integrate CTCI’s technology into its Armis Centrix™ platform, creating the most advanced early warning cyber intelligence system in the world….
Convergint names Ann Fandozzi as new CEO, Ken Lochiatto to remain on board
Convergint, a global leader in service-based systems integration, announced today that it has appointed Ann Fandozzi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Fandozzi succeeds Ken Lochiatto, who will continue to serve on Convergint’s Board of Managers and support the company during the transition. Fandozzi brings over 20 years of experience in leading and…
Evergreen Podcasts acquires Bridechilla, a digital wedding hub and podcast
Evergreen Podcasts, a leading podcast network, has acquired Bridechilla, a digital wedding hub and podcast that helps couples plan their weddings with less stress and more joy. The acquisition expands Evergreen’s wedding planning collection and continues the legacy of excellence from one woman-owned company to another. Bridechilla was founded by Aleisha McCormack, a comedian and…
BridgeCare raises $10M to expand its early care and education platform
BridgeCare, the leading data and technology infrastructure platform for early care and education (ECE), announced today a $10 million investment from Avenue Growth Partners, an early growth equity investor in category-leading vertical SaaS companies. The funding will enable BridgeCare to invest in innovation and services to advance its mission of supporting state and local governments…