Zurich's EFG International to purchase BSI for $1.34 bln
The EFG International announced its intention to purchase the BSI Ltd in a deal worth about $1.34 billion. The deal will make EFG a leader in the private banking industry.
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Did Disney Send Kids to Jeffrey Epstein's Island for Snorkeling? Fake Viral Video Spread on TikTok, X
There have been claims circulating on social media in recent weeks regarding Disney's alleged acquisition of Jeffrey Epstein's island. However, the claims, despite gaining significant attention on platforms such as TikTok and X, are fake.
Stuff, Newshub Reach Deal to Save TV News, Provide New-Look Bulletin
The 6pm TV3 news has been saved, undergoing a complete transformation and will be provided by rival media company Stuff following the closure of Newshub in early July...
US Steel Shareholders Approve Sale of the Iconic American Firm to Japan's Nippon Steel Despite Joe Biden's Opposition
US Steel shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the firm's sale to Japan's Nippon Steel for a cash payment of $14.1 billion...
4 Paramount Board Members to Step Down as Skydance Merger Talks Heat Up
Four board members of Paramount Global are reportedly planning to leave the company as merger discussions with Skydance Media heat up...
McDonald’s Buys All 225 Israeli Outlets From Franchisee Involved in Controversial Boycotts
McDonald's is purchasing Israeli outlets from a longstanding franchise...
Donald Trump Joins World's 500 Richest People for First Time as Net Worth Skyrockets to $6.5 Billion
However, Trump's wealth is locked up in shares for six months, prevent...
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Van Dieman’s Land Co. Sold to Chinese Moon Lake Investment for A$280 Million
Van Diemen's Land Company has been acquired by the Chinese business man Lu Xianfeng and his company Moon Lake. The country's approval of the dairy farm's sale to a foreign firm was made possible with
Oracle Acquires Ravello Systems for $500 million
It was confirmed on Monday that Israeli company Ravello was acquired by Oracle for $500 million. Ravello joins Oracle's cloud business with high hopes to take on giant tech companies like IBM, Google,
AT&T, Intel Team Up to Test Drone Technology for 4G Drone Connectivity
AT&T team up with Intel to test drone technology and adds 4G LTE on drones connectivity. The companies will showcase their work in Barcelona, Spain at the Mobile World Congress trade show.
Fairchild rejects takeover offer from Chinese enterprises
Fairchild board rejected acquisition proposal from Chinese firms over fears of US regulatory approval. After a thorough review process and consultation with its financial and legal guides, the board o
Essendant to buy contract business from Staples and Office Depot
Essendant signed a deal to purchase office supply contract business from Staples and Office Depot. The acquisition assets worth over $550 million will enable Essendant to compete nationally.
Orange SA Needs More Weeks For Bouygues Deal
Along with reporting its fourth quarter performance, France telecommunication company Orange SA also report the acquisition plan. The company needs more weeks to have approval from antitrust authoriti
Palantir Technologies Acquire Kimono Labs to Strengthen Its Data Extraction Capacity
Data analysis company Palantir Technologies Inc acquired Kimono Labs to increase its data collection capacity. Following the acquisition, Kimono Labs will shut its service on February 29, 2016.
Opera Software ASA Receives Acquisition Offer of $1.2 Billion From Chinese Internet Companies
Opera Software, widely known for browsers, has been offered $1.2 billion to sell its 100% stake to a Chinese consortium. The buyers are awaiting a nod from the shareholders who are almost sold on the
Swatch Teams Up With Safilo to Design and Distribute Sunglasses Collection
Swatch will help design the sunglasses collection while Safilo will be in charge of production. The two companies will distribute the products in both their stores worldwide. The five-year agreement a
