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Unveiling the Hidden Epidemic: Experian’s Podcast Exposes Financial Abuse Impacting Women in the UK

(IN BRIEF) Experian’s latest episode of The Cost of Loving podcast uncovers the pervasive issue of financial abuse, affecting 5.5 million women in the UK, with a significant portion falling between the ages of 18 to 24. Through candid discussions … Read the full press release

Siemens and NVIDIA Accelerate Industrial Metaverse Vision

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and NVIDIA have announced an expanded collaboration aimed at advancing the development of the industrial metaverse. Through the integration of NVIDIA Omniverse Cloud APIs into the Siemens Xcelerator platform, immersive visualization capabilities powered by generative AI technology … Read the full press release

Startical Partners with GOMspace and NanoAvionics for Satellite Testing in Air Traffic Services Venture

(IN BRIEF) Startical, a venture created by ENAIRE and Indra, has announced its collaboration with GOMspace and NanoAvionics to conduct tests on communication and surveillance systems for its future constellation of over 270 satellites, aimed at providing air traffic services … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Expands Vehicle Portfolio with Acquisition of Dutch Startup REEQ

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a leading technology group, has bolstered its vehicle portfolio by acquiring the Dutch startup REEQ, marking a strategic move towards innovative light hybrid vehicles. The acquisition, completed by Rheinmetall Defence Nederland B.V., a subsidiary of Rheinmetall’s Vehicle … Read the full press release

Eviden Secures Multicloud Agreement with AMTEGA for Galician Public Sector Digitization

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a business within the Atos Group specializing in digital transformation, has been awarded a two-year Multicloud Agreement by the Galician Agency for Technological Modernization (AMTEGA), signaling a significant step forward in the digitization of Galicia’s public sector. … Read the full press release

Hydro Extrusions to Sell Kaunas Plant, Ensuring Employee Continuity

(IN BRIEF) Hydro Extrusions has announced an agreement to sell its fabrication unit in Kaunas, Lithuania, to VE Invest UAB. The Kaunas plant, with approximately 170 employees, serves as a fabrication unit for Hydro’s extrusion plants in Sweden and Denmark. … Read the full press release

Breakthrough in OLED Technology Promises Longer-Lasting and Higher Definition Screens

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from Loughborough, Cambridge, Northumbria, and Imperial universities have made a significant breakthrough in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technology that could revolutionize television and smartphone screens. By simplifying the structure of high-efficiency blue OLEDs, the team aims to … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Hosts Manufacturing and Trade Conference to Drive Regional Growth

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University is set to host the East Midlands Chamber’s Manufacturing and Trade Conference on March 26, focusing on key themes of investment, innovation, infrastructure, and international trade. With a lineup of keynote speakers, workshops, and panel discussions, … Read the full press release

Continental’s Study Reveals Global Disparities in Agricultural Digitalization

(IN BRIEF) Continental, in collaboration with Innofact AG, conducted a study titled “Agriculture in transition,” surveying 503 farmers across five countries, shedding light on the digitalization levels in agriculture worldwide. The findings indicate varying degrees of digital adoption, with some … Read the full press release

Vodafone Leads Landing of 2Africa Submarine Cable in Portugal

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone spearheaded the landing of the 2Africa submarine cable, the world’s largest, in Portugal’s Carcavelos, Cascais, bolstering the country’s connectivity to Africa and beyond. The 2Africa project, launched in May 2020, aims to enhance internet connectivity between Africa, … Read the full press release

Aviva Advises Pet Owners: Check Your Home Insurance Coverage!

(IN BRIEF) Aviva highlights the importance of appropriate home insurance coverage for pet owners as internal data reveals a surge in pet-related home insurance claims over the past five years. Dogs and cats have been responsible for nearly 6,000 claims, … Read the full press release

BNP Paribas Appoints New Heads for Commercial Banking and Leasing Solutions

(IN BRIEF) BNP Paribas announces the appointment of Isabelle Loc as the new Head of Commercial & Personal Banking in France, succeeding Marguerite Bérard and joining the BNP Paribas Executive Committee. With a diverse background within the group, including leadership … Read the full press release

BBVA’s Successful €1 Billion Green Bond Issue Exceeds Demand

(IN BRIEF) BBVA’s issuance of a €1 billion seven-year green senior preferred bond on Friday garnered overwhelming demand, reaching €3.3 billion, indicating investor confidence in the bank’s sustainability initiatives. The final price was set at mid-swap plus 90 basis points, … Read the full press release

BBVA Shareholders Overwhelmingly Approve Agenda Items at Annual General Meeting

(IN BRIEF) BBVA shareholders demonstrated strong support for agenda items during the Annual General Meeting, with corporate management receiving 98.2 percent of votes and a historic quorum of 71 percent. Shareholders endorsed the appointment of Enrique Casanueva and Cristina de … Read the full press release

DBDX Launches Successful Crypto Trading with ICF Bank and Bankhaus Metzler as Pilot Clients

(IN BRIEF) The Deutsche Börse Digital Exchange (DBDX) has commenced trading activities with successful transactions facilitated by ICF Bank and Bankhaus Metzler, marking a significant milestone in the institutional adoption of blockchain technology in the financial sector. With a focus … Read the full press release

AFFECT-EU Urges Routine Atrial Fibrillation Screening for At-Risk Patients

(IN BRIEF) The AFFECT-EU project, culminating in its final event in Brussels, recommends routine atrial fibrillation (AF) screening for individuals at risk, emphasizing its potential to prevent strokes and improve outcomes. Led by Professor Renate Schnabel, the project advocates for … Read the full press release

EQT Reflects on Strong Performance and Global Expansion in Annual Report

(IN BRIEF) EQT, a leading investment firm, reviews its accomplishments in the past year, highlighting the successful integration of BPEA into EQT Private Capital Asia, the establishment of new strategies for individual investors, and increased investment activity despite market uncertainties. … Read the full press release

EBRD Funds Modern Wastewater Treatment Plant in Kazakhstan’s Aktobe

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is spearheading efforts to tackle water treatment and environmental challenges in Aktobe, Kazakhstan’s fourth-largest municipality, through the financing of a new wastewater treatment plant and associated infrastructure. With a sovereign … Read the full press release

EIB Supports Iberdrola’s Green Grid Expansion with €700 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €700 million green loan to facilitate the expansion of Iberdrola’s electricity distribution grid in Spain, aiming to enhance the integration of renewable energy sources and enable new uses such as … Read the full press release

wpd Showcases European Wind Farm Successes at WindEurope Bilbao 2024

(IN BRIEF) As a prominent developer and operator of wind farms in Europe, wpd is gearing up to participate in WindEurope 2024 in Bilbao, a key international trade fair. The company highlights recent achievements, including the commissioning of four onshore … Read the full press release