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Family owners of Bet365 weigh up potential £9bn sale of gambling empire

The Guardian M&A

Exclusive: Company headed by Denise Coates holds talks with Wall Street banks about full or partial sale of assets The billionaire Coates family behind Bet365 are weighing up a sale of their online gambling empire that could value the business at 9bn, the Guardian has learned. The company, headed by Denise Coates , has held talks with Wall Street banks and US advisers in recent weeks about a full or partial sale, sources familiar with the matter said.

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Changes in Delaware Corporate Law: A D&O Liability and Insurance Perspective

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by John Orr, Willis Towers Watson, on Thursday, May 1, 2025 Editor's Note: John Orr is a D&O Liability Product Leader at Willis Towers Watson. This post is based on his Willis Towers Watson memorandum and is part of the Delaware law series ;links to other posts in the series are available here. On March 25, 2025, Delaware adopted Senate Bill 21 (SB 21) into law, modifying provisions of the states corporate laws to lessen stockholders rights relative to claims involving controlling sto

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Best Islamic Financial Institutions 2025

Global Finance

Following a strong performance in the prior year, Islamic financial institutions (IFIs) recorded a steady 2024, with the overall sectors return and total assets at levels similar to their 2023 performance. However, there was variation in individual IFIs performances; and many winners of Global Finances Best Islamic Financial Institutions 2025 achieved growth and profitability beyond their peers.

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The time is now: Preparing your corporate tax department for the AI revolution

ThomsonReuters

Highlights: 4% of tax professionals welcome new technology, with 42% exploring AI AI enhances rather than replaces tax professionals, acting as a “digital junior resource” for repetitive tasks Successful AI integration requires building trust, experimentation, and starting with accessible tools in existing systems Responsible AI demands attention to privacy, bias prevention, and oversight, with future trends The buzz around artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just hype anymore,

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How to Leverage Intent Data for Better Outcomes

Speaker: Susan Spencer, Principal of Spencer Communications

Intent signal data can go a long way toward shortening sales cycles and closing more deals. The challenge is deciding which is the best type of intent data to help your company meet its sales and marketing goals. In this webinar, Susan Spencer, fractional CMO and principal of Spencer Communications, will unpack the differences between contact-level and company-level intent signals.

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Ready For Rough Waters

Global Finance

Global Finance: What drove UOBs performance in 2024? Wee Ee Cheong: UOB is strategically reshaping our business mix to diversify our revenue engines, with a disciplined approach to managing our balance sheet and growing fee-based income. In wholesale banking, our enhanced platforms and sector-specific solutions help finance cross-border businesses, leading to higher fees and cross-border income.

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Valuation for Buying a Towing Business

Peak Business Valuation

When considering buying a n automobile towing business , understanding its fair market value is essential. The automobile towing industry ensures that vehicles are quickly and safely moved to another location. Due to growing demand, the automobile towing industry provides an attractive opportunity for potential buyers. However, to secure success in the towing industry, it is essential to obtain a business valuation for buying a towing business.

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TransGlobal Assets Inc. Acquires Controlling Stake in Incued to Pioneer AI-Powered Private Market Intelligence

Benzinga

TransGlobal Assets Inc. (OTC: TMSH ) is strategically entering the AI-powered fintech space by acquiring a controlling stake in the Incued Fintech Platform. This move positions the company to capitalize on the growing demand for AI solutions in private markets, utilizing proprietary AI systems to enhance investor relations, risk assessment, and predictive analytics The Incued Fintech Platform, under the management of TransGlobal's MindWell Solutions Group, is set to transform private market

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How CEOs can outcompete by building new B2C businesses

Mckinsey and Company

Companies across sectors are looking for new growth beyond their cores. Three consumer-focused strategies can deliver long-term revenue gains.

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Big investors borrow against private equity holdings amid cash crunch

Financial Times M&A

Pensions and endowments turn to net asset value loans to fund cash payouts as deal markets seize up

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Denise Coates gets her timing right again at Bet365 | Nils Pratley

The Guardian M&A

A deal involving US money or a US partnership isnt guaranteed but the odds are favourable If you want to crack the booming US gambling market as a UK or Irish company, its best to find an American partner, buy an American business, or just emigrate. Flutter, the Dublin-based owner of Paddy Power and Betfair, has been through the collection. It took a punt on FanDuel, then just an online fantasy games business, in 2018 as an option on US liberalisation of its gambling rules.

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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement

Speaker: Wayne Spivak - President and Chief Financial Officer of SBA * Consulting LTD, Industry Writer, and Public Speaker

The old adages that "cash is king" and "you can’t spend profits" still hold true today. But however well-known these sayings might be, it requires a change in mindset to properly implement a cash flow management system that predicts your business's runaway as accurately as possible. Key to this new mindset is understanding the difference between the Statement of Cash Flows, a historical look at the source and uses of cash, and the Cash Flow Statement, which uses transaction history and forward-l

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An inside-out approach to leadership

Mckinsey and Company

The best leaders lead themselves before they lead others. Here are four ways to lead authentically in an uncertain world.

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Ari Emanuel to buy Frieze art fairs from Endeavor

Financial Times M&A

The Hollywood powerbroker has created a global events company to acquire the fair and publishing group

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Resmed Acquires VirtuOx

Benzinga

SAN DIEGO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Resmed (NYSE: RMD , ASX: RMD)), the leading health technology company focused on sleep, breathing, and care delivered in the home, today announced it has acquired VirtuOx, a leading independent diagnostic testing facility (IDTF) for sleep, respiratory, and cardiac conditions. The acquisition reflects Resmed's commitment to improving the way care is deliveredby making it more accessible, more coordinated, and more patient friendly.

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How Google’s Antitrust Case Could Upend the A.I. Race

NYT M&A

A landmark antitrust lawsuit about the past has turned into a fight about the future.

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Mastering Intent Data: Understanding its Importance & Best Practices

Speaker: Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union

In this webinar, Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union and business strategist, will take you through the ABCs of intent data. You'll learn how to effectively use it to drive business results, with practical tips on how to leverage both company and contact intent data to maximize your marketing efforts. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just getting started, this webinar is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing.

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AirTera℠ Acquires Safety and Security Instruction (SSi), Creating Aviation's First Unified Platform for Identity, Safety, Security, and Dynamic Training

Benzinga

PHOENIX, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, AirTera, the service mark of NATA Compliance Services (NATA CS), announced the acquisition of Safety and Security Instruction (SSi), a premier provider of learning management systems (LMS) and airport-specific training content for the aviation industry. This move positions AirTera as the most comprehensive, real-time platform for security, identity management, safety oversight, and automated training in the aviation ecosystem.

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‘Royal Match’ maker Dream Games valued at nearly $5bn in CVC deal

Financial Times M&A

Move will result in huge windfall for Turkish gaming companys venture capital backers

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Ascend Learning Acquires myTIPreport to Enhance MedHub Offering

Benzinga

BURLINGTON, Mass., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascend Learning , a leading healthcare and learning software company, has acquired myTIPreport, a platform that modernizes medical education feedback and competency tracking. myTIPreport will be integrated into Ascend's MedHub brand, enabling medical education institutions to more efficiently and conveniently track the performance of both medical trainees and programs.

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Frieze, Premiere Art Fair Company, Sold on Eve of New York’s Art Week

NYT M&A

The deal would bring seven art fairs under a new private company founded by the entertainment mogul Ari Emanuel, former chief executive of Friezes owner, Endeavor.

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United Community Banks, Inc. Announces Completion of Merger With ANB Holdings, Inc., The Parent of American National Bank

Benzinga

GREENVILLE, S.C., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Community Banks, Inc. (NYSE: UCB ) ("United") completed its merger with ANB Holdings, Inc. ("ANB") effective May 1, 2025. In this transaction, ANB's wholly-owned bank subsidiary, American National Bank ("ANB Bank"), was also merged into United's bank subsidiary, United Community Bank ("United Community").

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Claims Against Attys In $2.6B Casino Merger Row Get Tossed

Law 360 M&A

A Manhattan federal judge on Thursday permanently ended claims a real estate investor in a botched $2.6 billion Philippine casino deal brought against attorneys from Sadis & Goldberg LLP, finding that claims that they allowed a fraud to unfold and breached their fiduciary duties were too vague.

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Equiniti (EQ) Completes Acquisition of Notified, Creating a Global Leader in End-to-End Shareholder and Corporate Communications

Benzinga

Combining EQ's shareholder services and robust Investor Relations (IR) capabilities with Notified's public relations (PR) and IR solutions to help companies grow, engage stakeholders and communicate with confidence at every stage. Transaction Highlights Establishes Comprehensive Solution: Combines EQ's shareholder services leadership and robust IR capabilities with Notified's PR and IR expertise to deliver a comprehensive solution for companies at every stage of growth.

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Chancery Finds Contract Bars Appeal In Med Co. Merger

Law 360 M&A

Private equity-tilted limited liability company contract terms beat minority investor challenges to the fairness of the $8.9 billion merger in January 2023 that joined Summit Health-CityMD and VillageMD Wednesday, a Delaware vice chancellor ruled late Wednesday.

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Extendicare Announces Agreement to Acquire Closing the Gap Healthcare Group

Benzinga

MARKHAM, Ontario, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Extendicare Inc. (" Extendicare " or the " Company ") (TSX: EXE ) announced today that its wholly owned home health care subsidiary, ParaMed Inc. (" ParaMed " or the " Purchaser "), has entered into an agreement to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Closing the Gap Healthcare Group Inc. and certain affiliates (collectively, " Closing the Gap ") from the ultimate shareholders of Closing the Gap (the " Transaction ").

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Del. Justices OK Mid-Case Appeal In Paramount Doc Suit

Law 360 M&A

Delaware's Supreme Court on Wednesday approved a mid-case review for a Paramount Global stockholder suit seeking books and records on the company's proposed $8 billion tie-up with Skydance Media.

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West Completes Sale of Notified to Equiniti

Benzinga

ISLANDIA, N.Y., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- West Technology Group, LLC (the "Company" or "West") has completed the sale of its Notified business to Equiniti (EQ) 1 , a global leader in shareholder services and advisory firm. "We are pleased to complete the sale of Notified and believe that the complementary strengths of EQ and Notified will elevate the platform to new heights," said John Shlonsky, President and Chief Executive Officer of West.

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Crypto Influencer Launches SPAC As 2 Acquirers Tap Market

Law 360 M&A

A special purpose acquisition company led by crypto influencer Anthony Pompliano and advised by Reed Smith LLP has filed for an initial public offering to raise $200 million, while two other blank-check companies eyeing the fintech and tech sectors have raised more than $400 million combined.

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ACELYRIN Reiterates Benefits of Value-Maximizing Combination with Alumis

Benzinga

Special Meeting of stockholders to vote on the transaction scheduled for May 13, 2025 Reminds stockholders to vote today FOR the proposed merger LOS ANGELES, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ACELYRIN, Inc. (NASDAQ: SLRN ), a late-stage clinical biopharma company focused on accelerating the development and delivery of transformative medicines in immunology, today reiterated its confidence that the proposed combination with Alumis Inc.

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CVC Plugs Funds Into Mobile Game Maker Dream Games

Law 360 M&A

White & Case LLP-advised Dream Games, which makes popular mobile games such as Royal Match and Royal Kingdom, on Thursday announced that it secured a strategic investment from its sole equity partner, Latham & Watkins LLP-led private equity shop CVC Capital Partners.

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APPlife Digital Solutions, Inc. Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Sugar Auto Parts, Inc.

Benzinga

SAN FRANCISCO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- APPlife Digital Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB: ALDS ) ("APPlife" or "the Company"), a business incubator and portfolio manager specializing in e-commerce and cloud-based solutions, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement ("Agreement") to acquire Sugar Auto Parts, Inc., a Nevada corporation.

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PE-Backed Hometown Food Nabs Chef Boyardee For $600M

Law 360 M&A

Hometown Food Co., a portfolio company of Holland & Knight LLP-advised private equity shop Brynwood Partners, on Thursday announced plans to acquire the iconic Chef Boyardee brand from Mayer Brown LLP-led Conagra Brands Inc. in a $600 million deal.

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WTW acquires U.S. West Coast trade credit insurance company, CFS International

Benzinga

NEW YORK, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WTW (NASDAQ: WTW ), a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company, today announced the acquisition of CFS International Inc. (CFS) into Willis, a WTW business. This targeted acquisition represents continued investment in the growing trade credit business, while concurrently expanding geographic coverage and presence on the U.S.

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Teaching College Students Makes Me A Better Lawyer

Law 360 M&A

Serving as an adjunct college professor has taught me the importance of building rapport, communicating effectively, and persuading individuals to critically analyze the difference between what they think and what they know principles that have helped to improve my practice of law, says Sheria ClarkeatNelson Mullins.

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Formidium Acquires Assets of Praxonomy Ltd, Strengthening Corporate Services Offering

Benzinga

CHICAGO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Formidium UK Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Formidium Corp., a global leader in fund administration solutions and technology, has successfully acquired assets of Praxonomy Ltd. This strategic acquisition aims to strengthen Formidium's corporate services portfolio by integrating Praxonomy's flagship cloud-based board management solution, Boardlogic.

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Sony Eyes $49B Semiconductor Unit Sale, Plus More Rumors

Law 360 M&A

Sony could sell its semiconductor unit for $49 billion, while proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis is considering ending its practice of advising shareholder votes on politically charged topics, and AI startup Nscale plans to raise $2.7 billion in private capital to support the construction of data centers around the world.

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