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Xplor Technologies acquires Membr, creating an unrivalled technology solution for multi-market gyms and health clubs
ATLANTA, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Xplor Technologies, a leading global platform combining SaaS solutions, embedded payments and Commerce Accelerating Technologies for "everyday life" businesses has today announced its acquisition of Membr, a leading fitness-focused management software platform trusted by over 2,000 gyms worldwide. The move enables Xplor Technologies to bring a premium club management software solution to the fitness... Read More
XCHARGE FILES REGISTRATION STATEMENT FOR PROPOSED INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING
HAMBURG, Germany, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XCHG Limited ("XCharge Group" or the "Company"), a provider of high-power and battery-integrated charging solutions, today announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form F-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission related to a proposed initial public offering of American depositary shares ("ADSs") representing the Company's Class A ordinary shares. The number of shares to be... Read More
Ascend to showcase clay control, scavenging technologies and additives at SPE HFTC
HOUSTON, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascend Performance Materials will exhibit its sustainable specialty solutions for the oil and gas industry at the Society of Petroleum Engineers Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference and Exhibition next week in The Woodlands, Texas. The portfolio includes specialty chemicals – many produced in the Houston area and all made in the U.S.A. – designed to improve clay control, hydrogen sulfide scavenging,... Read More
Ireland celebrates its 'Matron Saint' St. Brigid on the 1500th anniversary of her passing
DUBLIN, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The heralder of Irish springtime and the Patron Saint of nature, healing and creativity, celebrations have taken place across Ireland today, marking the 1500th anniversary of her passing. Who was St. Brigid? Believed to have lived during the 5th century, legends about St. Brigid's life are full of tales of her compassion, creativity and healing miracles. As a Celtic goddess of fire and fertility, she... Read More
Shutterstock Acquires Backgrid Celebrity News Network
NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE: SSTK), a leading global creative platform connecting brands and businesses to high-quality content, today announced the acquisition of Backgrid, a global premier destination for celebrity news, known for supplying top media organizations with real-time content from the world's top photographers for more than three decades. Through this acquisition, Shutterstock will expand its... Read More
Trintech Strengthens Commitment to Partner Ecosystem with Chief Partner Officer Appointment
DALLAS, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trintech, a leading global provider of cloud-based financial close solutions for the Office of Finance, today announced the appointment of Mekaela Davis – its SVP, Partner Success Global Advisory -- to Chief Partner Officer. As Trintech embraces the evolution of its business landscape, marked by a diverse and rich customer base, evolving market needs, and strategic acquisitions, the appointment of a Chief... Read More
Heidrick & Struggles Appoints Sunny Ackerman Global Managing Partner, On-Demand Talent
CHICAGO, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heidrick Struggles International, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of global leadership advisory and on-demand talent solutions, today announced the appointment of Sunny Ackerman as Global Managing Partner, On-Demand Talent, effective February 12. In this role, Ackerman will lead on-demand talent solutions across all Heidrick Struggles globally, which is inclusive of Business Talent Group (BTG)... Read More
Richardson Sales Performance Acquires e4enable
PHILADELPHIA and MANCHESTER, England, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Richardson Sales Performance ("Richardson") today announced its acquisition of e4enable. Founded in 2019, e4enable is a sales enablement company that shows how seller behaviors are impacting business metrics, guiding revenue leaders on where to focus to maximize impact. The company's groundbreaking technology seamlessly connects to any sales enablement platform and data set... Read More
FAB achieves record 2023 with USD 4.5 billion net profit, proposes 50% payout - USD 2.1bn cash dividend
ABU DHABI, UAE, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) delivered record full year 2023 and fourth quarter results, consolidating a three-year journey of disciplined acceleration in business momentum, demonstrating remarkable growth and profitability as a MENA banking powerhouse. FAB's Board proposed a total cash dividend of USD 2.1bn for 2023 at USD 0.19 per share - the highest since 2020. The 50% payout is subject to... Read More
3CLogic Announces 2024 Spring Events Schedule Focused on AI and Automation for Service Management Platforms
ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3CLogic, the leading Conversational AI and Contact Center solution for customer service management platforms, including ServiceNow® and SAP®, today released its 2024 spring events schedule, covering major upcoming CX and EX events. The news comes on the heels of its latest customer success announcement, addressing its selection by a leading B2B travel platform serving hotels, airlines, car rental... Read More
Stamus Networks Appoints Michael Johnson as Vice President of Global Sales
INDIANAPOLIS and PARIS, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stamus Networks, a global provider of high-performance network-based threat detection and response systems, today announced it has named Michael ("Mike") Johnson as vice president of global sales. In this role, Johnson will be responsible for managing the global sales team as well as accelerating efforts in the Americas. He will report to Chief Executive Officer Ken Gramley. Read More
Amazfit and World Record Marathon Runner Kelvin Kiptum Unite to Break Limits in Unprecedented Partnership
MILPITAS, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amazfit, a leading global smart wearables brand owned by Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a health technology company, has today announced its groundbreaking partnership with Kelvin Kiptum, the men's marathon world record holder and only athlete to complete a marathon in less than two hours and one minute. As an ambassador for Amazfit, Kiptum will utilize the Amazfit Cheetah Pro to manage his training... Read More
Auto Industry and Tech Convergence Propel 69.3% of New Vehicles to Level 2++ Automation by 2030
NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The automotive industry, in conjunction with major suppliers in Artificial Intelligence (AI), high-performance compute, mapping, and location intelligence, is investing heavily in the development and deployment of assisted and autonomous driving. According to global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, in 2030, 69.3% of all new passenger vehicle sales will have an SAE driving automation level of 2+... Read More
Secureworks Threat Score Ushers In A New Age Of Cybersecurity AI
ATLANTA, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Secureworks® (NASDAQ: SCWX), a global leader in cybersecurity, today announced the launch of its AI-powered Threat Score to silence alert noise and reduce security analyst workload by over 50%. With ransomware dwell times falling, security analysts are under more pressure than ever to make the right decisions about which alerts they investigate. Threat Score equips them by anticipating the likelihood of a... Read More
Newgen Recognized in the Gartner® Market Guide for Commercial Loan Origination Solutions 2023 Report
NOIDA, India, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Newgen, a global provider of a unified low-code platform for end-to-end automation at scale, is proud to announce that it was recognized in the Gartner Market Guide for Commercial Loan Origination Solutions (CLOS), 2023, report. The report emphasizes the evolving CLOS landscape, highlighting trends such as increased collaboration between fintech and incumbent vendors, the importance of flexible... Read More
Infosys Celebrates 25 Years of Delivering Innovation with SAP
BENGALURU, India, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NSE: INFY), (BSE: INFY), (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced it is celebrating its 25-year partnership with SAP, a global leader in enterprise software and services. The alliance between the two companies continues to help enterprises accelerate digital transformation and create sustainable business value by bringing together... Read More
Heart Aerospace raises $107 million in Series B funding
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Swedish hybrid-electric airplane maker Heart Aerospace today announced it raised a total of $107 million in Series B funding, representing another significant stepping stone toward sustainable regional air travel. The new round brings the total financing raised by Heart Aerospace since its inception to $145 million. Among new investors is Sagitta Ventures, a Danish investor focused on early-... Read More
THE ROYAL COMMISSION FOR ALULA LAUNCHES 'I CARE' CAMPAIGN TO CELEBRATE, PROTECT, AND PROMOTE THE RICH CULTURAL HERITAGE, DIVERSITY, AND HISTORY OF NORTHWEST ARABIA
ALULA, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), the cultural custodian of northwest Arabia, has launched a new, inclusive heritage conservation campaign that aims to deepen and enrich the public's knowledge, awareness, and desire to protect and uplift AlUla's ancient history. The I Care campaign, which launches 1 February, shines a local, national, and global spotlight on the importance of RCU's diverse... Read More
Huawei Wins Energy Globe World Award for Net Zero Carbon Intelligent Campus Project, Jointly Built with the Yancheng Power Supply Company of State Grid Jiangsu
TRONDHEIM, Norway, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei Net Zero Carbon Intelligent Campus Project has been awarded 2023 Energy Globe World Award. The Project also known as Yancheng Low-Carbon Smart Energy Industrial Park is a collaborative effort by the Yancheng Power Supply Company of State Grid Jiangsu and Huawei. This innovative project is recognized for its remarkable integration of clean energy, which comprises 85% of its total energy... Read More
Hisense Retains No. 2 Ranking Globally for TV Shipment in 2023
QINGDAO, China, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global home appliance corporation Hisense retained its No. 2 global ranking for TV shipment in 2023, hitting a 25.9 million shipment volume for 2023 in global markets according to the '2023 Monthly Report of Global TV Shipment Volume of TV Brands' from leading market research institute AVC Revo. Hisense has been the only brand that has continued to grow in the past six years among the world's top 5... Read More
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