BRISBANE, Australia 
New Points of Presence and partnerships with Portus Data Centers, NorthC Data Centers, and Sipartech drive Megaport’s growth across Europe
(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Megaport Limited (ASX: MP1) (“Megaport”), the global leading Network as a Service (NaaS) provider, is proud to announce its expansion across Europe with 14 new data centre locations across seven countries, as well as strategic partnerships with Portus Data Centers, NorthC Data Centers, and Sipartech in key locations.

These new Points of Presence (PoPs) and partnerships significantly extend Megaport’s service reach, allowing customers to connect to a much wider ecosystem of service providers and data centres across Europe via a high-performance, scalable network underlay.

Megaport has collaborated with data centre operator Portus Data Centers to extend its reach in Germany. By deploying a new Megaport PoP in Munich, joint customers now benefit from wid ... Read more »

SAN DIEGO - Wednesday, 16. October 2024

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Bridgepoint, one of the world's leading quoted private asset growth investors, and Kyriba, the global leader in liquidity performance, today announced that Bridgepoint will reinvest in Kyriba following a period of record growth for the business and will remain the majority shareholder. In addition, Bridgepoint and Kyriba will welcome a new minority investor, General Atlantic, a leading global growth investor.

The transaction, which values the company at over $3 billion, is expected to close in Q4 2024, and financial terms beyond this were not disclosed.

Following five years of support from Bridgepoint, Kyriba has grown substantially in this period, tripling its software revenue and evolving from a pioneer in treasury management to the leader in liquidity performance solutions. Today, Kyriba serves close to 3,000 customers in 170 countries.

With a significant investment from its latest flag ... Read more »

AMSTERDAM & KYIV, Ukraine - Wednesday, 16. October 2024 AETOSWire Print 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--NEQSOL Holding, a global investment group managing diverse businesses across 11 countries from headquarters in Amsterdam, Baku, and Kyiv, is currently in the process of acquiring the United Mining and Chemical Company JSC (UMCC) – one of the largest titanium ore raw material producers in the world.

Cemin Ukraine, a company part of NEQSOL Holding, is in the process of purchasing 100% of the shares of the state-owned United Mining and Chemical Company following an auction for the company’s privatization. The privatization deal was approved by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and is now subject to further regulatory approval.

United Mining and Chemical Company JSC is among the top ten producers and processors of titanium and zirconium ore concentrates in the world. In 2020, the company record ... Read more »

MUNICH - 
Big vs. small in European cities: 70% of urban road deaths involve pedestrians, cyclists, or motorcyclists.
One-third of accidents between trucks and pedestrians or cyclists could be avoided with existing technology.
“We need a new seat belt” – Allianz proposes measures to get closer to Vision Zero
 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--At the 12th Allianz Motor Day, Allianz called for better protection for pedestrians and cyclists in cities and made concrete demands to politicians, car manufacturers, and fleet operators. Considering the persistently high number of road deaths in Europe, Klaus-Peter Roehler, member of the Board of Allianz SE, called for improved safety equipment, especially for vans and trucks, at the Allianz Center for Technology (AZT) in Ismaning: “We’re seeing rapid progress in almost all areas of technology, so why are we failing to better protect life on the roads? This is an unacceptable trajectory. ... Read more »

Alzheimer’s Intelligence project demonstrates how smarter AI can empower people and give different communities a voice around future innovation

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Today at Lenovo Tech World, Lenovo™ in collaboration with Innovations in Dementia, launched Alzheimer’s Intelligence, a photorealistic 3D avatar with custom AI based on the lived experiences of people with dementia and Alzheimer’s. This proof-of-concept project gives people and families navigating a diagnosis of dementia 24-hour access to a conversational avatar that offers curated advice that prioritizes accuracy, privacy, and compassion.

“Globally there are around 55 million people living with dementia, and that number is expected to reach 139 million by 2050,” said Dr. David Llewellyn, Professor of Clinical Epidemiology and Digital Health. "The AI advancements in Lenovo's 'Alzheimer’s Intelligence' initiative demonstrate how technology has the po ... Read more »

 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Building on the theme, ‘Make the impossible, possible’, Manhattan Associates (NASDAQ: MANH) today opened its annual EMEA Exchange event to an audience of more than 350 customers and press, with keynotes that introduced the European market to  ... Read more »

 Acquisition strengthens Regnology’s regulatory capital, customer reserve and portfolio margin calculation capabilities for US broker-dealers

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Regnology, a leading software provider focused on regulatory reporting solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of CG3-1, a firm specializing in regulatory calculations for the USA broker-dealer market.

This strategic acquisition marks another milestone for Regnology as it further expands its footprint in the US with dedicated solutions for broker-dealers, covering regulatory capital, customer reserve, and portfolio margin requirements.

Established in 2018, CG3-1 has quickly become a household name for US broker-dealers looking to comply with regulatory requirements such as SEA 15c3-1, SEA 15c3-3, and FINRA Rule 4210.

The acquisition also presents substantial opportunities for CG3-1 to elevate its offerings. By leveraging Re ... Read more »

 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Alpega, a global leader in logistics SaaS software, has launched Connecta, an open network designed to revolutionize logistics connectivity. Connecta unites shippers, carriers, logistics service providers (LSPs), and freight forwarders in a centralized solution to collaborate, connect, and explore new business opportunities. As Europe’s first fully open logistics network, Connecta provides a seamless solution for professionals to showcase their services and grow their businesses. Think of it as the LinkedIn for logistics—a space where industry players can engage and expand their operations.

Connecta stands out from fragmented solutions and closed private networks by offering free access to a vast pool of 85,000 verified carriers and load posters, catering to businesses of all sizes. Powered by Alpega’s Digital Transport Platform, Connecta provides access to real-time insights, spot bid ... Read more »

READING, England - Tuesday, 15. October 2024 AETOSWire 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH) today announced that Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd, one of the largest global supply chain logistics companies, has selected Manhattan Active® Warehouse Management to be implemented at its new, state-of-the-art distribution centre in the UK. The opening of the Northampton facility, expected to take place in January 2026, underlines Yusen Logistics commitment to improving performance and efficiency using cutting-edge distribution technology.

Established in 1955, Yusen Logistics is part of the Japan-based Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha group, also known as NYK. One of the oldest and largest shipping companies in the world, Yusen provides ocean and air freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution services, and supply chain management from more than 650 locations and nearly 3.4 million square meters of warehouse space across 46 countries.

“Ou ... Read more »

GREENWICH, Conn. - Wednesday, 16. October 2024

Investors in the UAE and GCC Benefit from IBKR’s Global Trading Expertise

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Interactive Brokers (Nasdaq: IBKR), an automated global electronic broker, today announced the opening of a new office in Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC). Through this new office, Interactive Brokers will establish its presence in the Middle East, complementing its existing strategy of providing global clients with a cost-effective brokerage service that easily facilitates access to global markets trading. Active traders, high-net-worth investors, and a range of wealth management institutions, including local banks, hedge funds and family offices in the region, can take advantage of Interactive Brokers’ powerful trading technology and tools, competitive pricing, and a broad selection of investment products.

The financial services industry continues to grow in the UAE and throughout the GCC region a ... Read more »