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IPO
Security Firm SK Shieldus Joins Car-Sharing Startup SOCAR in Filing for Korean IPOs
January 06, 2022

Security solution provider SK Shieldus and car-sharing platform SOCAR have both filed initial paperwork for an initial public offering (IPO) on the main Korea Composite Stock Price Index (Kospi), according to reports and the stock exchange operation Korea Exchange. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Investments
Europe VC Ecosystem Smashes Records In Q3 2021, Setting The Stage For Promising 2022 Deals
January 06, 2022

Recent data from Pitchbook has revealed that European venture capital (VC) valuations continue to gain traction, ending last year with a record-breaking VC quarter that indicates that 2022 could be an even bigger year for the region’s startup ecosystem. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Delivery
OrderChekout Delivering No Commission NYC Restaurant Meals With Low User Fees
January 06, 2022

Yet another restaurant delivery company is coming on the scene in New York City, but newcomer OrderChekout is different in that it doesn’t charge eateries a cent, matches in-dining menu prices, and maxes user fees at $2.50, GothamMag reported on Thursday (Jan. 6). Get the...

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Amazon, Stellantis Signed Deal to Build Connected In-Vehicle Experiences 
January 06, 2022

Amazon and Stellantis have signed a deal to deliver software solutions for the Amsterdam-based car maker’s digital cabin platform, according to a press release on Thursday (Jan. 6).  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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AFG Expands into the Philippines with JazzPay Acquisition  
January 06, 2022

ASEAN Fintech Group (AFG), the Singapore-based venture capital company, has acquired JazzyPay, the digital payments provider valued at $1.8 million, AFG announced on Thursday (Jan. 6). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

B2B Payments
B2B Tech Startup REFPipeline Launches Subscription Service for Referrals
January 06, 2022

Business-to-business (B2B) digital referral network REFPipeline launched a subscription service offering data-driven referrals for the real estate industry and businesses related to that sector, according to a press release on Thursday (Jan. 6). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Retail
Walgreens Focused on Growing Health Unit as Solid Int’l Results Complicate Sale of Boots Unit
January 06, 2022

The second-largest U.S. pharmacy retailer says it plans to open 100 new Walgreens Health Corner locations this year, having closed two acquisitions last quarter and now finalizing a third. While no fresh details were given concerning the sale of its U.K.-based Boots franchise, sharply improved...

Retail
Hasbro Names Chris Cocks CEO After October Death of Brian Goldner
January 06, 2022

Hasbro Inc. has chosen Wizards of the Coast and digital gaming division leader Chris Cocks as its next chief executive officer, saying he will take the helm Feb. 25 after the death of CEO Brian Goldner in October, according to a Wednesday (Jan. 5) announcement....

Retail
Bed Bath & Beyond Stock Rebounds After Q3 Earnings Report Triggers Drop
January 06, 2022

Home goods retailer Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.’s stock price rebounded Thursday (Jan. 6), climbing more than 11% after initially dropping more than 9% per share on news of a disappointing third quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...