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Ericsson Joins OpenAirInterface Alliance to Advance Open RAN and 6G Development

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has announced its strategic membership in the OpenAirInterface Software Alliance (OSA), signaling a commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation within the Open RAN ecosystem. The OSA, known for its dedication to community-driven open-source software development, welcomes Ericsson’s … Read the full press release

American Rheinmetall Vehicles and GM Defense Deliver Prototypes for U.S. Army’s Next-Gen Tactical Truck Program

(IN BRIEF) American Rheinmetall Vehicles and GM Defense have successfully delivered three prototype trucks for the initial phase of the U.S. Army’s Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Program. The program aims to replace the Army’s heavy tactical truck fleet with up … Read the full press release

ING Achieves Share Buyback Milestone, Repurchasing 195 Million Shares in €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has successfully completed its share buyback program, repurchasing a total of nearly 195 million ordinary shares at an average price of €12.87, totaling €2.5 billion. The program exceeded its announced value by 100.33% due to performance arrangements … Read the full press release

Thales Welcomes Alexis Zajdenweber to Board of Directors as French State Representative

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a company listed on Euronext Paris, appointed Alexis Zajdenweber as its new Director, representing the French State, succeeding Emmanuel Moulin. Zajdenweber, who previously served as the Managing Director of the Government Shareholding Agency, brings extensive experience in … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases 10,876,229 Million Shares in Ongoing €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has provided an update on its €2.5 billion share buyback program initiated in November 2023. During the week of January 29, 2024, to February 2, 2024, ING repurchased 10,876,229 shares at an average price of €12.45, totaling … Read the full press release

Deloitte Tapped as Potential Auditor for ING from 2026 Onward

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING Group has announced its intention to nominate Deloitte Accountants BV as its external auditor for a four-year term starting on January 1, 2026, subject to approval at the 2024 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. This decision is … Read the full press release

SCC Partners with iboss to Introduce Cutting-Edge Zero Trust Security Service

(IN BRIEF) SCC is excited to announce its strategic partnership with iboss, a renowned leader in cloud security, to deliver an innovative Zero Trust security service. Recognizing the evolving landscape of cloud-first environments, SCC aims to provide robust security solutions … Read the full press release

UK Businesses Embracing Open Banking Report Significant Time and Cost Savings

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) According to a survey by Payit™ by NatWest, two-thirds of larger UK businesses are familiar with open banking, with users reporting an annual time saving of 150 hours compared to non-users. Business leaders utilizing open banking in their … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases Nearly 3.9 Million Shares in Ongoing €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has disclosed that it repurchased a total of 3,875,832 shares between January 22 and January 26, 2024, as part of its €2.5 billion share buyback program announced in November 2023. These shares were acquired at an average … Read the full press release

INEOS Launches Senior Secured Notes Offering to Raise €2 Billion for Strategic Purposes

(IN BRIEF) INEOS Holdings Limited’s subsidiary, INEOS Finance plc, has initiated an offering of euro and U.S. dollar-denominated senior secured notes due 2029, aiming to raise approximately €2 billion. The proceeds from this financing will serve various purposes, including refinancing … Read the full press release

Thales Collaborates with Quantinuum to Launch PQC Starter Kit for Quantum-Resilient Encryption

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global technology and security provider, has unveiled the PQC Starter Kit in partnership with Quantinuum, offering enterprises a groundbreaking solution to prepare for the era of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). This kit provides a secure environment for … Read the full press release

Thales and Caju Join Forces for Sustainable Payment Solutions in Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global technology and security leader, has partnered with Brazilian technology firm Caju to offer sustainable card solutions to reduce environmental impact. Thales will provide Caju with sustainable cards made from recycled PVC material, aiming to minimize … Read the full press release

Enea Releases Report on Mobile Device Tracking in Modern Warfare, Highlighting Risks and Implications

(IN BRIEF) In its groundbreaking report, “Location Tracking on the Battlefield: Phones Under Fire,” Enea provides a comprehensive overview of various methods employed to gain military intelligence through tracking mobile devices on the battlefield, focusing on Ukraine. The report addresses … Read the full press release

ING Achieves Milestone: Over 91% of Share Buyback Program Completed

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has reported progress in its €2.5 billion share buyback program, revealing that it repurchased 8,412,700 shares between January 15, 2024, and January 19, 2024, at an average price of €12.72, totaling €107,011,717.14. This is part of the … Read the full press release

ING’s Share Buyback Program: Over 4.4 Million Shares Repurchased

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has reported the completion of its €2.5 billion share buyback program, which was initiated on November 2, 2023. During the week of January 8, 2024, up to January 12, 2024, the company repurchased a total of 4,485,148 … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Leads Consortium to Advance Quantum Security in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission has initiated a 10-year strategic partnership led by Deutsche Telekom, called “Nostradamus,” to build a quantum key distribution (QKD) testing infrastructure. This infrastructure will evaluate QKD devices from European manufacturers and support the development of … Read the full press release

Business Leaders Optimistic for 2024 Despite Global Headwinds, Focusing on Technology and Sustainability Investments, Finds Capgemini Report

(IN BRIEF) According to the latest report by the Capgemini Research Institute, business leaders are entering 2024 with a heightened sense of optimism compared to the previous year, with 56% expressing confidence in their organization’s future growth despite ongoing global … Read the full press release

Atos Appoints Paul Saleh as CEO and Jacques-François de Prest as CFO, Strengthens Board with Key Appointments

(IN BRIEF) Atos has announced the appointment of Paul Saleh as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Group, effective immediately, succeeding Yves Bernaert. The company has also named Jacques-François de Prest as the Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), … Read the full press release

Thales Germany Welcomes Christoph Ruffner as CEO & Country Director

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global leader in the Defense & Security, Aeronautics & Space, and Digital Identity & Security sectors, has named Christoph Ruffner as the new CEO & Country Director for Thales Germany, effective January 1st, 2024. Christoph Ruffner … Read the full press release

Accenture Finalizes Acquisition of U.K. Tech Consultancy 6point6

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has successfully concluded its acquisition of 6point6, a prominent U.K. technology consultancy known for its expertise in cloud, data, and cybersecurity. This strategic acquisition bolsters Accenture’s capabilities in strategy and architecture, with a strong focus on sectors … Read the full press release

SGS Launches New Rail Services Page: Your One-Stop Solution for Railway Industry Expertise

(IN BRIEF) SGS, a leading provider of testing, inspection, and certification services for the railway sector, has introduced its Rail Services page on SGS.com, offering a wealth of information on its comprehensive services tailored to the railway industry. Recognizing the … Read the full press release

3 JAN 2024: ING Provides Update on its €2.5 Billion Share Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has provided an update on its share buyback program, stating that it repurchased 2,219,009 shares during the week of December 25, 2023, to December 29, 2023, at an average price of €13.60, totaling €30,167,766.04. This buyback program, … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases Nearly 15 Million Shares in €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has announced that it has successfully repurchased 14,925,745 shares during the week of December 18 to December 22, 2023, as part of its €2.5 billion share buyback program initiated on November 2, 2023. These shares were acquired … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Set to Acquire Remazel Engineering in Subsea and Marine Energy Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri S.p.A. is advancing its strategic development project within the Subsea and Marine Energy sectors through an agreement to acquire the entire share capital of Remazel Engineering S.p.A. from Advanced Technology Industrial Group S.A. The key details and … Read the full press release

Enea AB Repurchases 22,505 Shares as Part of Capital Structure Adjustment Plan

(IN BRIEF) Between December 18 and 22, 2023, Enea AB (publ) has repurchased a total of 22,505 of its own shares (ISIN: SE0009697220) as part of the share buyback program initiated with authorization from the Annual General Meeting in 2023. … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €29 Million Loan to Arteche for Advancing Energy Sector Solutions and Digitalization

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €29 million loan agreement with Arteche, a Spanish company specializing in electrical equipment and solutions for the energy sector. This InvestEU-backed loan will support Arteche’s research, development, and innovation efforts, … Read the full press release

Fincantieri’s Vard Secures €230 Million Contract to Build Cable-Laying Vessel for Prysmian Group

(IN BRIEF) Vard, a subsidiary of the Fincantieri Group, has secured a contract worth approximately €230 million from Prysmian Group, a global leader in energy and telecoms systems, to design and build a cable-laying vessel. This vessel, the third in … Read the full press release

Underwater IoT Breakthrough: Fincantieri and WSense Sign Collaboration Agreement

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, a leading shipbuilding company, and WSense, a specialist in underwater monitoring and communication systems, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate in the field of Underwater Internet of Things (UIoT). This partnership will explore various … Read the full press release

Quantum-Resistant Cryptography Comes to 5G Networks: SK Telecom and Thales Lead the Way

(IN BRIEF) SK Telecom (SKT) and Thales are partnering to implement Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) on 5G networks, enhancing user identity and privacy protection. This innovative solution, based on 5G standalone networks and 5G SIM technology, encrypts and decrypts subscriber … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech Takes Aim at Sophisticated Cyber Threats with New Service

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech, a technology services leader, is launching an advanced cyber intelligence service to enhance the cybersecurity defenses of large enterprises. This service aims to improve the identification, communication, and mitigation of security risks, helping organizations anticipate and … Read the full press release

Sustainable Banking: Trust Bank Singapore and Thales Offer Ocean Plastic® Card Solution

(IN BRIEF) Trust Bank Singapore Limited, a digitally-native bank, has partnered with Thales to introduce Ocean Plastic® credit and debit cards made from recycled ocean plastic. These sustainable cards are manufactured at Thales’ state-of-the-art facility in Singapore and contain 70% … Read the full press release

Thales and Trablisa Successfully Implement Cutting-Edge Surveillance System for Enhanced Border Control in Melilla

(IN BRIEF) Thales and Trablisa, two leading European companies, have successfully implemented an Integrated Surveillance System at the Melilla Command of the Civil Guard for advanced border control. The project, completed in under seven months, involved the installation of fixed … Read the full press release

Singapore’s Trust Bank Partners with Thales to Launch Eco-Friendly Ocean Plastic® Payment Card

(IN BRIEF) Trust, Singapore’s first digitally-native bank, has achieved rapid growth since its launch in September 2022, with over 600,000 customers within one year, making it one of the world’s fastest-growing digital banks. In its commitment to environmental sustainability, Trust … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases Over 22 Million Shares as Part of €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has announced that it repurchased 22,450,729 shares during the week of December 4 to December 8, 2023, as part of its €2.5 billion share buyback program initiated on November 2, 2023. These shares were acquired at an … Read the full press release

Generali Earns Top ESG Rating from MSCI and Maintains Strong Sustainability Presence in Dow Jones Indices

(IN BRIEF) Generali has reaffirmed its sustainability leadership by achieving MSCI’s highest “AAA” ESG rating, reflecting its advanced climate risk management practices and commitment to responsible investments, human capital management, and cybersecurity. The company’s continued presence in the Dow Jones … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases Nearly 23 Million Shares in Share Buyback Program Update

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has provided an update on its share buyback program, stating that it repurchased 22,777,914 shares during the week of November 27, 2023, up to December 1, 2023. The average price per share was €12.78, totaling €291,049,616.02. This … Read the full press release

ING Group’s Prudential Capital Requirements Reduced for 2024

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING Group has received notification from the European Central Bank regarding the 2023 Supervisory Review and Evaluation Process (SREP), which has resulted in a decision on ING’s prudential requirements, including capital requirements for the year 2024. As a … Read the full press release

Siemens and Intel Collaborate to Advance Sustainability in Microelectronics Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG and Intel Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together in enhancing digitalization and sustainability in the field of microelectronics manufacturing. The collaboration aims to advance manufacturing processes, improve factory operations, enhance cybersecurity, … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases Over 23 Million Shares as Part of €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has announced that, as part of its €2.5 billion share buyback program introduced on November 2, 2023, the company repurchased a total of 23,143,452 shares during the week of November 20 to November 24, 2023. These shares … Read the full press release

Partners Naviris and SIGEN Strengthen Naval Capabilities with Electronic Warfare System Modernization

(IN BRIEF) Naviris and SIGEN, a consortium of Elettronica and Thales, have signed a sub-contract for the modernization of the Electronic Warfare (EW) system as part of the Mid-Life Upgrade (MLU) of the Horizon-class naval units serving the Italian and … Read the full press release