News from December 2021
"We are proud and full of energy for this new project": PIER59 Studios, Superstudio 13 collaborate to improve services
By Steven Hughes | Dec 27, 2021
PIER59 Studios and Superstudio 13 agreed to collaborate to improve their services for the advertising and fashion industry and to better manage the needs of international customers.
OPEC raises Q1 2022 oil demand forecast, expects 'mild' impact from omicron variant
By David Beasley | Dec 27, 2021
The alliance of oil exporting countries raised its forecast for global demand in the first quarter of 2022 by 1.1 million barrels a day.
RJS Trading International sold to private investor with advice of Generational Equity
By David Beasley | Dec 27, 2021
Generational Equity, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, announced Dec. 10 the sale of its client, RJS Trading International, LTD.
'It’s a story that anyone can relate to': Henry Vallejo's film receives Academy Award nomination
By Steven Hughes | Dec 27, 2021
Director Henry Vallejo’ Powerful Chief, also known as Manco Cápac, has risen above its inspirational, though humble, story line to receive a nomination for Best International Feature Film at the 94th Academic Awards.
Genius Sports partners with Canadian Football League: 'a new era for the CFL'
By Zachary Richter | Dec 26, 2021
Genius Sports Limited initiated a sports data and global technology partnership with Canadian Football League.
Ethos Asset Management announced long-term partnership with Sri Lankan developer Liberty REIT: 'very exciting project'
By David Beasley | Dec 26, 2021
Ethos Asset Management Inc. USA has entered into a long-term financing partnership in Sri Lanka with Liberty REIT, the company announced in a news release.
Docebo initiates global partnership with EdCast: 'thrilled with the opportunity'
By George Willis | Dec 26, 2021
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.
FMD 'excited' with expansion, acquires Welin Lambie Ltd
By Bob Martin | Dec 26, 2021
Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD) continues its expansion efforts with the recent acquisition of Welin Lambie Ltd., a renowned British-based designer and manufacturer of davits used for launch and recovery of ships, as well as shore-based installations.
Flora Growth to ‘set new industry standards’ with Toronto-based brand partnership
By Karla Florez | Dec 26, 2021
California-based company Vessel Brand has been selected to help Toronto-based company Flora Growth Corp. to expand its dry herb product offering.
Nanomix gets UK registration for new point-of-care diagnostics system: 'an important step'
By George Willis | Dec 25, 2021
S1 Panel Cartridge provides multiple test results for timely diagnostics.
The Roku Channel debuts new original, 'The Now', tackling 'tough but universal challenges'
By Zachary Richter | Dec 25, 2021
Roku Inc. aired its latest original, "The Now", mixing comedy with tough challenges
Ksana Health partners with Denmark-based healthcare company to ‘address an urgent unmet need in behavioral health assessment’
By Karla Florez | Dec 25, 2021
Ksana Health has been selected to provide its mental health care solutions services to Denmark-based company, Novo Nordisk.
Mastercard launches blockchain technology system to 'accelerate access to new ways to pay and prioritize choice for consumers and businesses'
By Karla Florez | Dec 25, 2021
Mastercard has garnered partnerships with cryptocurrency and digital asset companies to commit to the development of real-world platforms.
Keller Williams announces expansion to São Paulo, Brazil: 'monumental gains'
By Bob Martin | Dec 24, 2021
Keller Williams has been expanding its real estate franchise around the globe and recently announced that it will be adding a master franchise in São Paulo, Brazil, which will be operational in the first quarter of 2022.
'Ideally positioned': Advent Global Technology II raises $4 billion, a third more than expected
By Bob Martin | Dec 24, 2021
Advent International had a goal of raising $3 billion through a fundraising opportunity called Advent Global Technology II, but the company went above and beyond and beat that total by a full billion dollars, raising $4 billion after six months in the market.
Citi expands Cross-Currency Sweeps to 14 European countries
By David Hutton | Dec 24, 2021
Citi is expanding its Cross-Currency Sweeps cash management solution in Europe, making it available in an additional 14 countries.
BDA opens Amsterdam distribution center to serve customers in 'most efficient and economical way possible'
By David Hutton | Dec 24, 2021
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates LLC announced the opening of a new distribution and fulfillment center Dec. 9 in Amsterdam.
Mastercard makes leadership changes to 'deliver meaningful results'
By Timothy Stuckey | Dec 24, 2021
Mastercard announced several international leadership changes Dec. 7.
'“Landmark deal for all of Latin America': Andesat, Astranis partner to expand broadband service in Peru
By Timothy Stuckey | Dec 24, 2021
Astranis, a San Francisco-based company that designs and deploys internet satellites, announced a partnership Dec. 7 with Grupo Andesat (Andesat) to provide broadband internet access to approximately 3 million people in Peru
'Machines and people work better alongside one another:' Hyperscience acquires Boxplot to enhance capabilities
By Timothy Stuckey | Dec 23, 2021
Hyperscience, a human-centered automation company headquartered in New York, announced Dec. 7 the acquisition of Boxplot, a Berlin-based startup that will consolidate the company's data processing and graph-based data storage services into a single platform