News from April 2023
Cookies closes equity financing at its highest valuation ever in spite of 'severe hardships being experienced across the industry'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Cookies, a California-based international cannabis brand, recently finalized its Series A round of financing, confirmed to be the largest equity raise at the highest valuation since the brand’s establishment in 2012.
Hyatt CCO on Mr. & Mrs. Smith acquisition: 'We are excited by this planned acquisition'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, based in Chicago, has secured a deal for its affiliate to acquire Mr. & Mrs. Smith, based in the UK, according to a press release.
Autel Energy director: ‘We are excited to bring our MaxiCharger DC Fast technology to Singapore’
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Autel Energy recently revealed its list of EV charging stations scheduled to launch soon in Singapore, including Hup Hin, the National University of Singapore and Gain City at Sungei Kadut Drive, a press release reported.
FourKites founder: 'MKI is an ideal partner to help ensure we deliver against this market’s unique needs'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
FourKites and strategic investor Mitsui & Co., Ltd. recently selected Mitsui Knowledge Industry Co., LTD. to exclusively resell FourKites’ slate of real-time supply chain visibility solutions in Japan to fulfill the demand of the platform in the region, according to a press release.
Hess CEO: 'We are excited to sanction Uaru, our fifth oil development on the Stabroek Block'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Hess Corporation recently made its final investment toward its fifth development on the Stabroek Block, Uaru, a press release reported. The transaction was confirmed soon after the company received government and regulatory approvals.
Equinix managing director on Montreal expansion: 'Expanding our footprint in this metro will offer companies the best-in-class data center design'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Equinix, based in California, has expanded its digital infrastructure services to Montreal with a new International Business Exchange (IBX) data center, according to a press release. The new establishment is scheduled to open later this year.
Bloom Energy director on entering Northern European market: 'This builds on our activities to grow sales across Europe'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Bloom Energy has secured an agreement to allocate 9.75 megawatts (MW) of power from its servicer to five Belgium-based commercial, industrial and data center sites, according to a press release.
Cognizant head on Nike partnership: 'We are excited to help drive exceptional customer, employee and partner experiences at Nike'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Nike has confirmed plans to continue its 14-year partnership with Cognizant to help leverage its own technology operations, a press release reported.
Dentsu head: 'We're excited to scale our relationship with Teads by leveraging their CTV capabilities'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Teads confirmed plans to expand its connected TV (CTV) offering to the rest of North America, as well as Latin America and Europe, a press release reported.
Compassion International CEO on expansion: 'We believe God is calling Compassion to extend its Christ-centered church-driven, child-focused ministry'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 30, 2023
Compassion International has expanded its ministry to four additional countries, confirming its presence in Malawi, Zambia, Cambodia and Myanmar, according to a press release. The addition brings the total number of countries explored by the organization to 29.
Zayo expands global infrastructure connectivity 'to handle the increasing capacity demands' between European, US internet hubs
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 29, 2023
Zayo Group Holdings Inc. has unveiled a faster, more direct route connecting Manchester to New York to help limit the backhaul caused in global internet hubs across London and Paris.
IonQ partners with UAE's Quantum Research Center 'to develop quantum algorithms to tackle today's most complex problems'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 29, 2023
IonQ, a quantum computing contributor based in Maryland, has secured a deal with Abu Dhabi’s Quantum Research Center - Technology Innovation Institute (QRC-TII) in the United Arab Emirates.
Tradeweb to acquire Australian trading platform Yieldbroker for 'more liquid, transparent and efficient fixed income markets'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 29, 2023
Tradeweb Markets Inc. recently confirmed plans to acquire Yieldbroker, an Australian government bond and interest rate derivatives trading platform.
Kaleyra chief business officer: ‘Kaleyra is committed to further growth in the U.S.’
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 26, 2023
Kaleyra, Inc., based in Italy, recently expanded its WebRTC technology-based audio-video calling solution to the United States, according to a press release.
BigCommerce SVP on expanding global presence: 'BigCommerce's entry into these markets paves the way for innovative merchants'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 26, 2023
BigCommerce is expanding its global presence, introducing its Open SaaS e-commerce platform to Poland, Romania, India, the UAE and South Africa, a press release reported.
Trustworthy Accountability Group VP: 'TAG is excited to expand PBI with our partners in Latin America'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 26, 2023
The Trustworthy Accountability Group (TAG) has teamed up with content creator anti-piracy alliance, Alianza and White Bullet Solutions to introduce the anti- ad-supported piracy initiative, Project Brand Integrity (PBI).
Epicor SVP on growth in China: ‘We’re excited to provide manufacturers with deep industry expertise and innovation’
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 25, 2023
Epicor, based in Texas, has made recent developments to accelerate its operational growth in China, including its Managed Hosting Service launch for Kinetic and its partnership with Shanghai-based Grand Target Information Technology, according to a press release.
Zones chairman: ‘We are excited to expand our presence in India with the launch of our second global service delivery office’
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 25, 2023
Zones launched its global delivery service center office in Bengaluru, India last month, a press release reported.
Cowbell's new general manager: ‘I am delighted to join one of the most innovative companies in the market’
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 25, 2023
Cowbell recently introduced its operations in the UK, according to a press release. In correlation with the expansion, the cyber insurance provider has also appointed Simon Hughes as general manager of the region.
Distology CEO on new partnership: 'We are incredibly pleased to add Drata to our portfolio'
By Globe Banner Report | Apr 25, 2023
Drata has secured a partnership with Distology to accelerate its channel program growth and general global expansion, according to a press release.