Tags: UK
British biotech firm QuantuMDx turns to crowdfunding to develop handheld malaria diagnostic device
British biotechnology startup QuantuMDx turned to crowdfunding platform Indiegogo to raise funds for the development and commercialization of a hand-held device that can diagnose malaria rapidly.
UK private equity firm CVC exits $216M Matas stake
UK-based private equity group CVC Capital Partners has exited a 19.4% stake in Denmark-based firm Matas for DKK1.18 billion ($216 million), according to the Danish beauty retailer on Friday.
American rapper Diddy Combs acquires luxury tequila brand DeLeon
American rapper and producer Sean "Diddy" Combs struck a partnership with UK-based consumer goods firm Diageo Spirits to acquire the luxury tequila brand DeLeon in their second 50-50 joint venture.
UK medical device maker Lombard Medical to pursue IPO in the US
England, UK-based specialty medical device maker Lombard Medical Technologies PLC plans to pursue an initial public offering (IPO) and listing of ordinary shares in the US.