LevelBlue Strengthens Market-Leading Managed Detection and Response Services with Advanced AI Capabilities, While Adding Prestigious FedRAMP and StateRAMP Authorizations

(BUSINESS WIRE)--LevelBlue, a global leader in cloud-based, AI-driven managed security services (MSS), has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Trustwave, a global provider of cybersecurity and managed detection and response (MDR) services from the MC2 Security Fund (MC2), a private equity fund sponsored by The Chertoff Group, an internationally recognized security and growth advisory firm. This strategic acquisition complements LevelBlue’s recent agreement to acquire Aon’s cybersecurity consulting business, formerly known as Stroz Friedberg, and further strengthens the company’s market leadership, uniting two leading Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to deliver unparalleled cybersecurity outcomes through a comprehensive and expanded suite of services designed to ... Read more »

LONDON - Tuesday, 01. July 2025 AETOSWire  

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) today announced that Klaus H. Hessberger has been appointed to the firm as Managing Director, Global Co-Head, and Head of Europe for Lazard’s Financial Sponsors Group, based in London.

Adam Cady, previously Lazard’s Head of Large-Cap Financial Sponsor Coverage North America in New York, has also been named Global Co-Head of the Global Financial Sponsors Group, running the team together with Klaus.

These appointments reflect Lazard’s expanding connectivity and partnership with alternative asset managers, which continues to be a principal area of focus and a major source of future growth for the firm globally. Lazard’s recruiting efforts are also a key contributor to the firm’s long-term growth goals, with ongoing success in attracting top tier talent globally.

“Klaus is a recognised leader in the global financial sponsor commun ... Read more »

Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Galderma Group AG (SIX:GALD), the pure-play dermatology category leader, today announced that Thomas Dittrich, Chief Financial Officer, will be leaving the company to pursue another senior executive opportunity outside the organization.

“We thank Thomas for his financial leadership and many contributions during his time at Galderma. He played a key role in establishing the financial discipline, operational readiness, and strategic clarity that will continue to guide us forward. We wish him every success in his next role and remain focused on further accelerating Galderma’s strong growth – from category leadership to becoming a true powerhouse in dermatology.”

FLEMMING ØRNSKOV, M.D., MPH

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

GALDERMA

Thomas Dittrich will remain with the company as Chief Financial Officer thro ... Read more »

Monetate’s Real-Time Personalization Unites with SiteSpect’s Zero-Flicker Testing to Optimize Digital Experiences with Unmatched Speed, Precision, and Security

Now Global Ecommerce and Digital Experience Leaders Can Access a Best-in-Class, Enterprise-Grade Personalization, Testing, and Optimization Platform

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Monetate, the leading AI-driven personalization platform, today announced it has acquired SiteSpect, a leader in A/B testing, to drive next-generation digital experience optimization. This acquisition accelerates Monetate’s vision to deliver intelligent, intentional, and individualized experiences at scale, powered by agentic AI and backed by the industry’s most advanced, enterprise-grade infrastructure.

The combination of Monetate’s real-time personalization and SiteSpect’s zero-flicker testing will yield an industry-first solution for enterprise-grade personalization, testing, and optimization ... Read more »

WINDSOR, Conn. - Monday, 30. June 2025

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC) today announced that SS&C Blue Prism has been recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Robotic Process Automation (RPA).

“We’re delighted SS&C Blue Prism has been named a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Robotic Process Automation for the seventh year running,” said Bill Stone, CEO and Chairman of SS&C Technologies. “SS&C Blue Prism combines market-leading RPA and orchestration technologies with the latest artificial intelligence so organizations can tackle more complex tasks and dynamic business processes. We’ve scaled to more than 2,700 digital workers and AI agents across our own operations, resulting in over $200 million in annual savings. With SS&C leading the charge on deployment, customers can be confident in rolling out SS&C’s automation solutions securely, ... Read more »

DETROIT - 
(BUSINESS WIRE)--Altimetrik, a pure-play AI, Data and Digital engineering solutions company, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire SLK Software (“SLK”), a global technology services firm focused on delivering AI, intelligence automation and analytics solutions. The acquisition will further strengthen Altimetrik’s end-to-end enablement services and expand its customer reach, with a clear path to accelerate towards Altimetrik’s goal of reaching $1billion in annual revenue. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the second half of 2025. Financial details were not disclosed.

Founded in 2000, SLK is recognized as a leader in the tech industry, and for its commitment to create innovative digital solutions. This strategic acquisition will significantly enhance the scale of Altimetrik’s capabilities, bringing together Altimetrik’s AI-first, platfo ... Read more »

DETROIT - 
(BUSINESS WIRE)--Altimetrik, a pure-play AI, Data and Digital engineering solutions company, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire SLK Software (“SLK”), a global technology services firm focused on delivering AI, intelligence automation and analytics solutions. The acquisition will further strengthen Altimetrik’s end-to-end enablement services and expand its customer reach, with a clear path to accelerate towards Altimetrik’s goal of reaching $1billion in annual revenue. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the second half of 2025. Financial details were not disclosed.

Founded in 2000, SLK is recognized as a leader in the tech industry, and for its commitment to create innovative digital solutions. This strategic acquisition will significantly enhance the scale of Altimetrik’s capabilities, bringing together Altimetrik’s AI-first, platfo ... Read more »

OSAKA, Japan & CAMBRIDGE, Mass. 
GAMMAGARD LIQUID ERC [immune globulin infusion (human)] with Less Than or Equal to 2 µg/mL IgA in a 10% Solution is Approved for Intravenous or Subcutaneous Use in People Aged Two and Older with Primary Immunodeficiency1
U.S. Commercialization of GAMMAGARD LIQUID ERC Projected to Begin in 2026
Company Announces Future Manufacturing Discontinuation End Date for Takeda's First-Generation Low-IgA Product, A Freeze-Dried Formulation in Company’s Differentiated Immunoglobulin Portfolio of Ready-to-Use Liquids2
(BUSINESS WIRE)--Takeda (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved GAMMAGARD LIQUID ERC [immune globulin infusion (human)] with less than or equal to 2 µg/mL IgA in a 10% solution, the only ready-to-use liquid immunoglobulin (IG) therapy with low immunoglobulin A (IgA) content, as replacement therapy for people two years of age and older wit ... Read more »

MEUDON, France - Monday, 30. June 2025 AETOSWire 

52% report AI security spending is displacing traditional security budgets
55% report cloud environments are more complex to secure than on-premises infrastructure
Enterprises now use an average of 85 SaaS applications, contributing to security tool sprawl
 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Thales, a global leader in technology and cybersecurity, today released the findings of its 2025 Cloud Security Study conducted by S&P Global Market Intelligence 451 Research, revealing that AI-specific security has rapidly emerged as a top enterprise priority, ranking second only to cloud security. Over half (52%) of respondents said they are prioritizing AI security investments over other security needs, signaling a shift in how organizations are allocating budgets in response to the accelerated adoption of AI. This year’s research captures perspectives on cloud security challenges from nearly 3,200 ... Read more »

IRVINE, Calif. - Saturday, 28. June 2025 AETOSWire Print 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated (Nasdaq: SBC) (“SBC Medical”), a global franchise and provider of services for aesthetic clinics, has been added as a member of the broad-market Russell 3000® Index, effective after the US market opens on June 30, as part of the 2025 Russell indexes reconstitution.

Membership in the Russell 3000® Index, which remains in place for one year, means automatic inclusion in the large-cap Russell 1000® Index or small-cap Russell 2000® Index as well as the appropriate growth and value style indexes.

Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for active investment strategies. According to the data as of the end of June 2024, about $10.6 trillion in assets are benchmarked against the Ru ... Read more »