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Atos calls for help after plan to raise new capital falters

CIO

French IT services company Atos has called on a third-party trustee to help it negotiate debt refinancing with its banks after plans to raise €720 million in new capital through a rights issue fell through. It announced it requested the appointment Monday, promising to give an update on the negotiations in due course.

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Beyond the status quo: Harnessing data and AI to drive transformational value in private equity

CIO

Large and reputed firms like KKR, Carlyle, and Blackstone, or the mid-sized firms with proven and earned pedigree are grabbing the lions share of the capital infusion in the marketand leaving the rest of the firms looking for ways to set themselves apart.

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Venture Capital in the Age of AI: Transforming Due Diligence

Alpha Sense BI

Over the last 12-18 months, both venture capital investors and start-up firms have felt the aftershocks of ongoing economic volatility. Following a ‘dry powder’ run in 2021, venture capital investment in the US nearly doubled from 2020. Similar to other asset classes, venture capital deal patterns mirror macroeconomic sentiment.

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5 tips for startup partnership success

CIO

Despite a volatile economy, corporate venture capital investments in startups fell by only 2% to $192 billion in 2022 , compared to a 25% drop in overall venture capital. And the market for doing so remains robust for corporations looking to make the most of the model.

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4 perils of being an IT pioneer

CIO

Here are four major setbacks that business and IT leaders could encounter if they rush to adopt a new technology without due diligence. Lack of support Finding resources who are skilled with a new technology can be a challenge. For instance, there is still a significant skill shortage in relatively new technologies such as AI.

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The Complete Due Diligence Checklist for 2024

Alpha Sense BI

It also presents a timely opportunity to review best practices and processes for conducting due diligence. Below, we outline the most relevant qualitative and quantitative criteria to cover on your due diligence checklist. Due Diligence Checklist: 8 Essential Components 1.

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8 Tips to Get More Out of Your Investments

Smart Data Collective

Given enough time and some intelligently chosen assets, even a modest initial amount of capital can blossom into a rewarding source of wealth. Perform proper due diligence. Even if you’re risk-averse, occasional steps outside your comfort zone with small amounts of capital can be a boon for your overall earnings.