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Pillette appointed to TRIPTK board 'at exciting time of growth'

Lisa Marie Pillette has been appointed as the fourth board member of New York-based TRIPTK, a global brand transformation studio and joint venture with Havas.


'Commitment to our team members': Canadian company recognized among 'Best Hybrid Workplaces'

Adjusting to a hybrid work setting when the COVID-19 pandemic hit was not an easy exercise for many companies.


Flora files for Colombian approval of cannabis products

Flora Growth Corp. filed 23 cannabinoid-infused food and beverage products with the Instituto Nacional de Vigilancia de Medicamentos y Alimentos (INVIMA) in Colombia.


'Growing demand' for battery electric vehicles in Asia prompts QuantumScape's new office in Japan

QuantumScape Corp. has opened an office in Kyoto, Japan, its first step to expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, a company release said.


Biotech companies join forces to treat genetic diseases

Two leading global biotechnology companies focused on gene editing are teaming together to identify and treat the underlying pathology of genetic diseases.


'Frustrated' US companies want Trump-imposed tariffs lifted

Many American companies want tariffs imposed during the Donald Trump presidency lifted to encourage trade between the United States and China.


Despite 'tensions' US-China Trade Conference set for May in Chicago

The 21st annual U.S.-China Trade Conference is scheduled for May 12-13 in Chicago.


'Record results': AGCO reports billions in net global sales

AGCO, a company that designs, manufactures, and distributes agricultural solutions, recently reported its net global sales of approximately $3.2 billion for the fourth quarter of 2021.


TransPerfect acquires Somagic as 'demand for cloud-based recording' intensifies

TransPerfect, the world’s largest provider of language and technology solutions for global business, announced Jan. 27 that it has acquired Somàgic, a sound studio based in Valencia, Spain.


Marqeta 'excited' to expand payment platform in Asia

Oakland-based card platform adds Singapore, Philippines, and Thailand


Indiana's Berry Global says collaboration with 'long-time partner' will boost recycling goal

Berry Global Group Inc. has partnered with TotalEnergies to divert waste from landfills by using recycled plastic in food packaging, a news release said.


Flora Growth Corp. 'excited' to sell skin care products in Mexico, Walmart website

Flora Growth Corp. is launching its Mind Naturals skin care brand through Walmart.com and Coppel, a nationwide department store in Mexico.


Spire Global hires chief people officer to foster 'inclusive, high-performing culture'

Tim Braswell has been appointed as the chief people officer of Spire Global Inc., a leading global provider of space-based data, analytics, and space services.


Intel announces first closing for sale of two businesses

Intel Corporation recently announced the first closing for the sale of its NAND and Solid-State Drive (SSD) businesses.


Companies join forces to 'transform the way people sleep'

The maker of ChiliSleep’s temperature-controlled mattress pads, and, a smart wearable and wellness technology company have formed a strategic international partnership.


AptPay, EML Payments partnership benefits gamblers in Canada

AptPay has partnered with EML Payments to power its inaugural gaming and gambling General Purpose Reloadable program in Canada, according to a report by Business Wire.


Report: Amazon complied with Chinese 'propaganda' effort

Amazon, which sold a book by Chinese President Xi Jinping on its platform, was told by the Chinese government it must not allow any reviews of the book from inside China.


Docebo initiates global partnership with EdCast: 'thrilled with the opportunity'

Docebo Inc. and EdCast announced a strategic integration partnership that allows the companies to offer the most robust AI-powered learning suite in the industry.


Nanomix gets UK registration for new point-of-care diagnostics system: 'an important step'

S1 Panel Cartridge provides multiple test results for timely diagnostics.


Cannabis company partners with expert in drug delivery for 'evidence-based' products

A cannabis cultivation company in Western Australia has partnered with an expert in drug delivery technology to develop both pharmaceutical and consumer products.