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'Redefining what modern organizations need': Jumio acquires data marketplace company 4Stop

Identity-verification company Jumio finalized its acquisition of German-based data marketplace company 4Stop, on Jan. 19 as part of Jumio's goal of redefining the end-to-end identity industry.


Software company ZoomInfo expands to London, positioned to 'build on our momentum'

ZoomInfo, a Washington State-based software, data and intelligence company, is expanding operations in London, a news release said.


Lawsuits in U.S. accuse Google of using 'dark patterns' to mislead customers

Recent lawsuits filed by U.S. states against Google alleging the company uses deceptive location tracking practices that invades the privacy of users are similar to a case filed in Australia.


VistaVu Solutions acquires Texas IT company to drive 'world class customer experience'

VistaVu Solutions, a mid-market integrator with operations in the United States and Canada, recently acquired Texas-based R-Tech Solutions, a global information technology and professional services firm.


ANZ appoints Natalie Smith as general manager of retail broker

ANZ has announced the appointment of Natalie Smith as General Manager, Retail Broker.


Grothe: Controllers, owners of the internet infrastructure ‘have a responsibility to uphold internet freedom’

Globe Banner recently published an article examining companies exerting control over the fiber optic cables that make the Internet work. While the cost associated with this has been lowered, concerns about companies controlling the infrastructure of the Internet are being heard.


Blackstone Infrastructure Partners 'thrilled' to acquire stake in Phoenix Tower International

Blackstone Infrastructure Partners recently announced that it has acquired a 35% stake in Phoenix Tower International.


'Transforming the way children learn': LingoAce makes GSV EdTech 150 list

A Singapore based Mandarin Chinese language learning platform has been named to GSV EdTech 150 list.


Parse Biosciences, Research Instruments partner to bring platform to 'any scientist' in Southeast Asia

A Seattle-based company with an objective of accelerating progress in human health and scientific research recently announced a partnership to distribute a variety of Transcriptome and fixation kits to Singapore and Southeast Asia markets.


Heritage Cannabis partners with OMNI Medical Services to accelerate 'medical benefits'

A Toronto-based cannabis company recently announced a partnership with a multi-state operator of medical cannabis clinics.


'The foundation for our continued work together': Honeywell partners with FREYR to design new energy storage solutions

North Carolina-based tech company Honeywell has partnered with FREYR Battery in Norway to provide energy storage solutions.


ANZ supports NSW's $1 billion aid package for small businesses

ANZ has expressed support for the New South Wales Government's recent announcement of a $1 billion assistance package aimed at aiding small to medium-sized businesses impacted by the Omicron variant.


'Primed for payment innovations': i2c to launch payment programs in 8 countries, US territory

A leader in digital payment and banking technology, i2c, Jan. 18 announced that they were selected to launch payment programs in nine Latin American, North American, Caribbean countries, as well as a United States territory.


Wallbox calls Canadian launch 'important milestone'

Canadians soon will be able to buy Pulsar Plus as the Barcelona-based manufacturer embarks on plans to begin selling its vehicle chargers in the country.


Datamatics, PSI Services form 'win-win' partnership

Datamatics, based in Mumbai, India, has entered into a long-term partnership to provide customer and technical support to California-based PSI Services, a news release said.


Dole wins Social Responsibility in Action Award in Costa Rica, sees 'positive results' for employees

A subsidiary of Dole recently received recognition from the American-Costa Rican Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) with a Social Responsibility in Action Award in the Employees Category for its social development project.


GDP increased in fourth quarter of 2021

Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 6.9 percent in the fourth quarter of 2021 (table 1), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 2.3 percent.


2022 Edelman Trust Barometer shows that public trust in government, media outlets and businesses is dwindling, but 'opportunity' seen

Public trust in government, media and businesses all landed on shaky ground in the 2022 Edelman Trust Barometer, which attempts to measure public trust in these entities.


Consultation between France, IMF completed

The International Monetary Fund has issued the following press release:Washington, DC: On January 19, 2022 the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation [1] with France.France was among the most affected European countries from the COVID crisis.


Semperis expands 'most comprehensive Active Directory solution on the market' to Australia, New Zealand

A leader in cyber resilience for corporations, Semperis, on Jan. 18 announced growth for its Active Directory (AD) solutions to Australia and New Zealand by placing a cyber resiliency team in Melbourne.