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OMNIVISION Announces New TheiaCel™ Technology and Automotive Image Sensor for LED-flicker-free Exterior Cameras

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

OMNIVISION, a leading global developer of semiconductor solutions, including advanced digital imaging , analog and touch & display technology , today debuted its OX08D10 8-megapixel (MP) CMOS image sensor with TheiaCel™ technology at AutoSens Brussels .

Key Points: 
  • OMNIVISION, a leading global developer of semiconductor solutions, including advanced digital imaging , analog and touch & display technology , today debuted its OX08D10 8-megapixel (MP) CMOS image sensor with TheiaCel™ technology at AutoSens Brussels .
  • The new solution enhances automotive safety by providing enhanced resolution and image quality in exterior cameras for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD).
  • This range is the sweet spot for delivering the best balance between SNR1 and dynamic range and is optimal for automotive exterior camera applications.
  • It features upgraded cybersecurity to comply with the newest MIPI CSE version 2.0 standards, which adds functional safety to automotive image sensor data streams.

The Dave Cantin Group Continues Spitzer Auto World’s Brand Expansion with the Acquisition of Axelrod Buick GMC

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

The Dave Cantin Group (DCG), a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory company specializing in the automotive industry, announced today the successful sale of Axelrod Buick GMC to Spitzer Auto World.

Key Points: 
  • The Dave Cantin Group (DCG), a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory company specializing in the automotive industry, announced today the successful sale of Axelrod Buick GMC to Spitzer Auto World.
  • DCG has advised Spitzer Auto World since 2020 and helped the automotive group acquire five businesses encompassing 13 rooftops and eight brands.
  • The Axelrod acquisition expands its GMC and Buick brand platforms, representing the fourth and third additions, respectively.
  • That's why we partnered with the Dave Cantin Group," says Barry Axelrod, owner of Axelrod GMC.

Theta Lake Recognized as a Leader in Compliance and Security for Unified Communications Solutions

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Friday, July 28, 2023

Theta Lake, Inc. , a recognized leader in modern compliance and security solutions for unified communications (UC), is proud to receive top honors as the winner of the Best Compliance Product and a High Commendation for both Best Use of AI and UC Leader of the Year, recognizing Devin Redmond, Co-Founder and CEO.

Key Points: 
  • Theta Lake, Inc. , a recognized leader in modern compliance and security solutions for unified communications (UC), is proud to receive top honors as the winner of the Best Compliance Product and a High Commendation for both Best Use of AI and UC Leader of the Year, recognizing Devin Redmond, Co-Founder and CEO.
  • Theta Lake was also recently recognized in the new Gartner® Digital Communications Governance (DCG) market category that is aligned to compliance for unified communication tools.
  • To learn more, read our blog “Digital Communications Governance, What It Is, How Theta Lake Fits and What You Need To Know”.
  • From day 1 in late 2017 we’ve built a deep technology company around the market needs for comprehensive unified communication and collaboration focused compliance and security.

Shield Recognized in the Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for Data Security, 2023

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield , solving communication compliance for financial institutions, has been recognized as a Sample Vendor in the  Gartner® "Hype Cycle™ for Data Security, 2023" report in the Digital Communications Governance (DCG) category.

Key Points: 
  • TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield , solving communication compliance for financial institutions, has been recognized as a Sample Vendor in the  Gartner® "Hype Cycle™ for Data Security, 2023" report in the Digital Communications Governance (DCG) category.
  • Reviewing these and other Hype Cycle entries helps leaders support business goals and mitigate data security and privacy risks.
  • The Shield platform makes digital communications records management, archiving, discovery collections, and surveillance accessible through one unified platform.
  • "We are thrilled to be recognized by Gartner, we feel that this further demonstrates Shield's leadership in the market," said Shiran Weitzman, CEO and co-founder of Shield.

Shield Recognized in the Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for Data Security, 2023

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield , solving communication compliance for financial institutions, has been recognized as a Sample Vendor in the  Gartner® "Hype Cycle™ for Data Security, 2023" report in the Digital Communications Governance (DCG) category.

Key Points: 
  • TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield , solving communication compliance for financial institutions, has been recognized as a Sample Vendor in the  Gartner® "Hype Cycle™ for Data Security, 2023" report in the Digital Communications Governance (DCG) category.
  • Reviewing these and other Hype Cycle entries helps leaders support business goals and mitigate data security and privacy risks.
  • The Shield platform makes digital communications records management, archiving, discovery collections, and surveillance accessible through one unified platform.
  • "We are thrilled to be recognized by Gartner, we feel that this further demonstrates Shield's leadership in the market," said Shiran Weitzman, CEO and co-founder of Shield.

Dave Cantin Group Facilitates Legacy Succession Plan for Crystal Auto Mall, Toyota and Mazda Dealerships, Closing Their Acquisition by Empire Auto Group

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

The Dave Cantin Group (DCG), a leading financial advisory company specializing in automotive and other transportation dealership mergers and acquisitions, announced today the successful acquisition of Crystal Auto Mall’s Toyota and Mazda by the Empire Auto Group.

Key Points: 
  • The Dave Cantin Group (DCG), a leading financial advisory company specializing in automotive and other transportation dealership mergers and acquisitions, announced today the successful acquisition of Crystal Auto Mall’s Toyota and Mazda by the Empire Auto Group.
  • The two built their Toyota and Mazda stores into world class destinations and household names in the New Jersey community.
  • "We are proud to have assisted Empire Auto Group in their acquisition of the Crystal Toyota and Crystal Mazda dealerships,” Cantin said.
  • Dave Cantin and Executive Vice President Brian Traugott from the Dave Cantin Group facilitated this buy/sell transaction.

Fir Tree Provides Update on GBTC Litigation and Comments on Grayscale’s Continued Refusal to Conduct a Tender Offer

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Fir Tree Partners (“Fir Tree” or “we”), a meaningful shareholder of the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (“GBTC”), today announced it has reached an agreement with Grayscale Investments (together with GBTC, “Grayscale”) and has issued the below statements regarding Grayscale’s continued refusal to conduct a tender offer that would unlock value for GBTC shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • Fir Tree Partners (“Fir Tree” or “we”), a meaningful shareholder of the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (“GBTC”), today announced it has reached an agreement with Grayscale Investments (together with GBTC, “Grayscale”) and has issued the below statements regarding Grayscale’s continued refusal to conduct a tender offer that would unlock value for GBTC shareholders.
  • Thereafter, Grayscale could conduct the tender offer within the statutory 20 business day tender period.
  • Upon completing the tender offer, Grayscale could continue to pursue its efforts to convert GBTC into an ETF.
  • Grayscale could even continue to pursue its efforts to convert GBTC into an ETF upon completing a tender offer.

The Dave Cantin Group Expands Services to New Sectors

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

The Dave Cantin Group (DCG), a leading financial advisory company known for specializing in automotive dealership mergers & acquisitions, announced today that it is further expanding its buy/sell services to motorcycle (Harley-Davidson), recreational vehicle (RV), powersport, and heavy truck (semis) dealerships.

Key Points: 
  • The Dave Cantin Group (DCG), a leading financial advisory company known for specializing in automotive dealership mergers & acquisitions, announced today that it is further expanding its buy/sell services to motorcycle (Harley-Davidson), recreational vehicle (RV), powersport, and heavy truck (semis) dealerships.
  • Each of these sectors is being fueled by specific trends driving steady growth with strong margins, making these dealerships attractive acquisition targets for larger public and private dealership groups.
  • “Now is the opportune time for DCG to capitalize on our leading market position in the automotive dealership industry by furthering our services to other sectors and territories,” said Dave Cantin, Executive Chairman and CEO of DCG.
  • Brian Gordon joins the Dave Cantin Group as Chief Marketing Officer.

Heather Barrett Babich joins DCG ONE Sales Leadership

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Monday, June 12, 2023

SEATTLE, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DCG ONE, a Seattle, NYC, Washington DC area-based marketing services and solutions organization, is pleased to announce that Heather Barrett Babich is joining the DCG ONE enterprise business development organization as Executive Director of Client Development.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DCG ONE, a Seattle, NYC, Washington DC area-based marketing services and solutions organization, is pleased to announce that Heather Barrett Babich is joining the DCG ONE enterprise business development organization as Executive Director of Client Development.
  • Heather comes to DCG ONE as a seasoned professional with over twenty years of global sales and business development expertise in all areas of marketing: direct marketing, advertising, experiential, packaging, sponsorship, brand development, national programs, and full integrated marketing solutions for clients.
  • Heather joins us with the great business solutions skills that we pride ourselves on at DCG ONE.
  • That DCG ONE has designed its approach with the enterprise in mind creates such opportunities for all our clients."

Former DOJ Special Agent Raises $4.3 Million to Fight Crypto Crime

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

MIAMI,Fla., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CAT Labs, a start-up building forensic and cybersecurity tools to fight crypto-enabled crime, raised $4.3M in its pre-seed round led by Castle Island Ventures, Brevan Howard Digital, CMT Digital, and RW3 Ventures. Other participating investors include Newark Venture Partners, Hash3, Borderless Capital, Cryptoverse Ventures, and Outshine Ventures. CAT Labs was founded by a former DOJ Special Agent, Lilita (Lili) Infante, who pioneered the first task force focused exclusively on dark web and crypto-enabled crime to solve some of the most challenging and high-profile crypto cases. Infante was the lead agent on the case that took down Hydra Market - the largest and longest-running dark web market in the world - which accounted for 80% of all dark web cryptocurrency transactions and served as one of the largest global crypto laundering platforms.

Key Points: 
  • CAT Labs was founded by a former DOJ Special Agent, Lilita (Lili) Infante , who pioneered the first task force focused exclusively on dark web and crypto-enabled crime to solve some of the most challenging and high-profile crypto cases.
  • CAT Labs is building digital asset recovery and cybersecurity tools to enable governments to fight crypto crime.
  • Their cybersecurity offering includes a range of solutions from virtual cybersecurity support for crypto firms to specialized crypto cybersecurity tools.
  • "We believe that Lili's deep background in cyber forensics after more than ten years as a U.S. DOJ Special Agent makes her the ideal person to successfully attack this massive challenge.