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NEC X Unveils Next Wave of Tech Disruptors, Elev X! Ignite Cohort Batch 11

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
Software, General Health, Professional Services, Start-Up, Technology, Small Business, Artificial Intelligence, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Marketing, Communications, Other Technology, Health, Consulting, NEC, Lead, Minimum Viable Product, AI, Batch 10, Ideation, Software as a service, Silicon, MVP, Multimedia, POC, Elev, Video game

NEC X , the Silicon Valley-based innovation accelerator and venture studio backed by global IT leader NEC, today unveiled the standout startups selected to join Elev X!

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  • NEC X , the Silicon Valley-based innovation accelerator and venture studio backed by global IT leader NEC, today unveiled the standout startups selected to join Elev X!
  • Ignite cohort Batch 11.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240425972935/en/
    Since 2018, NEC X has helped launch and grow more than 100 startups.
  • NEC X has experienced tremendous growth since launching in 2018, including a 72% increase in applications since Elev X!

CIBC Innovation Banking Provides Credit Facilities to Q4 Inc.

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
Venture Capital, Finance, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Artificial Intelligence, Banking, Communications, Professional Services, Technology, Growth

CIBC Innovation Banking announced today that it has provided credit facilities to support Sumeru Equity Partners’ (Sumeru) strategic investment in Toronto-based Q4 Inc. (“Q4” or the “Company”), the first IR Ops Platform.

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  • CIBC Innovation Banking announced today that it has provided credit facilities to support Sumeru Equity Partners’ (Sumeru) strategic investment in Toronto-based Q4 Inc. (“Q4” or the “Company”), the first IR Ops Platform.
  • "With the successful completion of the transaction with our new sponsor, Sumeru Equity Partners, we are excited to deliver even greater value to our clients as the first AI-driven IR Ops Platform,” said Darrell Heaps, Founder and CEO of Q4 Inc. “We are pleased to have the continued support from CIBC Innovation Banking as the Company continues on our next phase of growth."
  • "We are proud to support Q4 as it continues its growth and leadership in the capital markets access space,” said Adam Weiers, Executive Director, CIBC Innovation Banking.
  • “The Company and its platform are well positioned to continue to transform the space and provide value to its global customers."

Sourcepoint Expands European Footprint and CTV Offerings Through Strategic Acquisition of Sibbo CMP

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
Security, Content Marketing, Technology, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Marketing, Consulting, Advertising, Communications, Professional Services, Online Privacy, Media, Software, Digital Marketing, Networks, Data Analytics, Internet, CMP, Privacy, CTV

With this strategic step, Sourcepoint expands its coverage of the European continent and enhances its CTV capabilities, adding the expertise of the Sibbo team to the market leading and award winning Sourcepoint privacy platform.

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  • With this strategic step, Sourcepoint expands its coverage of the European continent and enhances its CTV capabilities, adding the expertise of the Sibbo team to the market leading and award winning Sourcepoint privacy platform.
  • A key element of the investment in Sibbo is to strengthen Sourcepoint’s commitment to offering the world’s most complete CMP for CTV, something that Sibbo has excelled at over the last eight years.
  • “With Google’s July deadline approaching, it’s more important than ever for CTV publishers to implement a certified CMP in order to continue monetising European audiences,” said Nial Ferguson, Managing Director, Europe, Sourcepoint.
  • “Being able to rely on the technology and experience of Sibbo is an important advantage for Sourcepoint and our clients.

Virtual, Inc. Invites Community to Support Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway Park

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
General Health, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Other Communications, Fund Raising, Foundation, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Other Professional Services, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, Finance, Health, Cancer, Fenway Park, Partnership, Research, Stomach cancer, PCI, GIST, The Jimmy Fund, Science, Patient, DraftKings, Dana–Farber Cancer Institute, Pharmaceutical industry

Virtual, Inc. , the leading provider of professional services to membership-based organizations, continues its longstanding support for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute by sponsoring Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway , held on May 18, 2024.

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  • Virtual, Inc. , the leading provider of professional services to membership-based organizations, continues its longstanding support for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute by sponsoring Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway , held on May 18, 2024.
  • Virtual invites individuals and companies to help strike out cancer by donating to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and participating in Jimmy Fund Day.
  • The event raises funds for cancer prevention, treatment and care and provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience for cancer patients and donors to play on-field at Fenway Park.
  • “We are grateful for Virtual’s support this year at Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway presented by DraftKings,” said Suzanne Fountain, Vice President of the Jimmy Fund.

Redfin Reports Home Prices Stagnate in Florida and Texas as Supply Soars

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
Residential Building & Real Estate, Communications, Construction & Property, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Sale, Water damage, Federal Reserve, Chicken, Housing, Federal, Insurance, Acceleration, Real estate

That is according to a new report from Redfin ( redfin.com ), the technology-powered real estate brokerage.

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  • That is according to a new report from Redfin ( redfin.com ), the technology-powered real estate brokerage.
  • PRICE DROPS: Of the 10 metro areas where sellers were most likely to cut their list prices, five are in Florida and two are in Texas.
  • PRICES: Median sale prices fell from a year earlier in three metros, one of which is in Florida and one of which is in Texas: North Port-Sarasota (-4.6%), Oklahoma City (-1.5%) and San Antonio (-0.3%).
  • Florida and Texas have been building more homes than anywhere else in the country, partly to accommodate the flood of newcomers that showed up during the pandemic homebuying boom.

FGPG Hires Former Hogarth & Ogilvy Global CEO Jonathan Adler as Chief Marketing Officer

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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FGPG , a full-service, live, virtual, and hybrid brand experience agency and sister company to Show Ready , announced today the appointment of Jonathan Adler as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).

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  • FGPG , a full-service, live, virtual, and hybrid brand experience agency and sister company to Show Ready , announced today the appointment of Jonathan Adler as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).
  • “Collaborating hands-on with FGPG as a former client is one of many drivers for joining the team.
  • As Global CEO at Hogarth & Ogilvy (H&O), Adler oversaw a 1,200-person team across 48 offices, achieving over $200 million of revenue from clients such as Coca-Cola, Philips, and BP.
  • FGPG proudly delivers expertise across all disciplines,” said Frédérique Georges, Founder and CEO at FGPG.

Lulus Celebrates Female Friendship With the Launch of First-Ever Out-of-Home Campaign in Major Cities Across the U.S.

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Lulu's Fashion Lounge Holdings, Inc. (“Lulus” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LVLU), the attainable luxury brand for women, today announced the launch of its first major multi-channel brand campaign.

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  • Lulu's Fashion Lounge Holdings, Inc. (“Lulus” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LVLU), the attainable luxury brand for women, today announced the launch of its first major multi-channel brand campaign.
  • “Through the years Lulus has evolved into more than just a shopping destination, we’re a steadfast companion in the lives of our customers.
  • As a brand, Lulus is anchored by customer feedback and this unified campaign is a culmination of customer input.
  • To celebrate the campaign, Lulus is hosting a series of “Besties That Brunch” consumer activations in four key U.S. cities.

Carvana Honored Among NAFA’s 2024 Best Commercial Fleets at Annual Institute & Expo

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Carvana (NYSE: CVNA), an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, was recognized by the NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) at its annual Institute & Expo (I&E) as a top Commercial Fleet for 2024 in the Americas.

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  • Carvana (NYSE: CVNA), an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, was recognized by the NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) at its annual Institute & Expo (I&E) as a top Commercial Fleet for 2024 in the Americas.
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    Carvana claims third spot among NAFA’S 2024 Best Commercial Fleets at Annual Institute & Expo.
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    NAFA is the fleet industry’s largest membership association, with organizations across the public and commercial sectors.
  • NAFA’s selection of Carvana as the third leading Commercial Fleet after a rigorous evaluation process underscores Carvana’s dedication to operational excellence, innovative logistics solutions, and providing customer-centric service.

Intel Reports First-Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Intel expects to exceed its prior forecast of 40 million AI PCs by the end of 2024.

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  • Intel expects to exceed its prior forecast of 40 million AI PCs by the end of 2024.
  • Intel also announced new Intel Gaudi accelerator customers and partners, including NAVER, Dell Technologies, Bosch, Supermicro and many others.
  • Intel continues to drive customer adoption of Intel 18A, with a major U.S. aerospace and defense customer committing to Intel 18A, bringing Intel Foundry's external customer commitments on Intel 18A to six.
  • Intel unveiled its process technology roadmap beyond its five-nodes-in-four-years process goal, adding Intel 14A to its leading-edge node lineup following Intel 18A and announcing several specialized node evolutions for Intel 3, Intel 18A and Intel 14A to enable customers to develop and deliver products tailored to their specific needs.

Expensify to Announce Q1 Results

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Expensify, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXFY), a payments superapp that helps individuals and businesses around the world simplify the way they manage money across expenses, corporate cards and bills, today announced that the company’s Q1 financial results will be released after market close on Thursday, May 9th, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Expensify, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXFY), a payments superapp that helps individuals and businesses around the world simplify the way they manage money across expenses, corporate cards and bills, today announced that the company’s Q1 financial results will be released after market close on Thursday, May 9th, 2024.
  • Expensify will host a call to discuss its Q1 results on Thursday, May, 9th 2024 at 2pm PT / 5pm ET.
  • The link to the call will be available that day on the company’s Investor Relations website at investors.expensify.com .
  • To get started using Expensify or to learn more, head over to use.expensify.com .