LivQuik Technology stated it had received the support of Snow Leopard Technology Ventures in an effort to expand its operations and enhance the image of their products.

Heliae gathered up to US$28.4 million from new and current investors for its expansion plans. A spinoff company from the Arizona State University, Heliae, revealed it had raised US$28.

The board of directors of Sony Corp said no to the proposal of Daniel Loeb to partially sell its entertainment business.

Allegis Capital stated that it has appointed Nawaf Bitar, Dr. Hossein Eslambolchi, Tom Gillis, and Jeffrey Williams as its new venture partners.

Branded Reality revealed that it had secured an investment from The North West Fund for Digital & Creative.

Vivint Solar stated they have gathered US$200 million in two new tax equity funds that would be used to fund solar power platforms on residential rooftops.

The Washington Post announced that Jeff Bezos had acquired the newspaper for US$250 million in cash.

A report stated that Alliant Techsystems are in discussions to buy Bushnell for around US$1 billion.

Sources said the Federation of National Public Service Personnel Mutual Aid Associations in Japan is looking to consider a shift in policy that would allow them to invest more in stocks and less in government bonds.

EZE Trucking, with the backing of Atlantic Street Capital, acquired Rig Runners. EZE Trucking together with Atlantic Street Capital, a private equity firm, announced they have acquired Rig Runners.