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Trafera Names Pat Davidson as New Chief Executive Officer

November 13, 2024Trafera, a portfolio company of Rotunda Capital Partners, today announced the appointment of Pat Davidson as Chief Executive Officer. “We are thrilled to welcome Pat to Trafera,” said Corey Whisner, Managing Partner at Rotunda.


IB2 lands a major investment from Glencore to fuel aluminium’s sustainable shift

November 13, 2024IB2, the French company co-founded by Yves Occello and Romain Girbal, has announced that it managed to secure a total of 100 million euro investment in the last 12 months to further develop its innovative process for producing more sustainable alumina. This investment marks a decisive step for IB2 and confirms its pioneering role in the ecological transformation of the traditionally energy-intensive aluminum sector.


Post-Election Cancellations in DC’s Inauguration Rentals Reflect Voter Sentiment

November 13, 2024Great Dwellings, a prominent short-term rental (STR) management firm in Washington, DC, has released data on cancellations and re-bookings for Inauguration Day stays following the recent election of President Donald Trump. “Leading up to Election Day, 100% of our properties were booked for the inauguration,” stated Jon Rosen, President of Great Dwellings.


SPARK Microsystems Redefines Wireless Gaming with New 8K Mouse Reference Design

November 13, 2024SPARK Microsystems, a Canadian fabless semiconductor company specializing in next-generation short-range wireless communications, today announced the release of its 8K gaming mouse reference design, supporting polling rates up to 8,000 Hz. Built for high-performance gaming and esports, this new design harnesses SPARK’s SR1020 ultra-wideband (UWB) wireless transceiver, offering a wireless gaming experience that matches the performance of wired solutions.


Analysis of Top U.S. Sportsbooks Shows Long College Football Suspension Times When Compared to NFL According to Sports Odds Intelligence Firm Bettormetrics

November 13, 2024Bettormetrics, a sports odds intelligence firm providing competitive sports odds data and insight to the sports betting industry, today released their latest report, a one-week comparison of suspension times between top operators during week eight of the college football season and week nine NFL games. The analysis found that while operators exhibit short suspensions during NFL games, there are still significant improvements to be made on suspension times during college football games.


Halcium Energy Powers Urban Renewables With Compact Wind Innovation

November 13, 2024By Josh Enomoto, BenzingaWith the rising threat of climate change, renewable energy infrastructure isn’t just a convenient political tagline – it’s an outright necessity. However, going green from a localized perspective typically tends to center around solar-based platforms, which can have limitations.


Veteran Real Estate Executive Mike Daly Joins Rafferty Holdings to Launch Rafferty Real Estate

November 12, 2024Michael Daly, a veteran real estate executive with over 35 years of experience, is joining Rafferty Holdings to help guide and launch an opportunistic real estate investment strategy, Rafferty Real Estate. In his new role, Daly will be responsible for designing the portfolio, evaluating market opportunities, structuring deals, and managing investments.


Lisk Launches Mainnet and Airdrop Campaign with 15M LSK Tokens Available to Earn

November 12, 2024Lisk, a leading Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain dedicated to empowering web3 builders in high-growth markets, is pleased to announce the launch of the Lisk Mainnet and the introduction of its Airdrop campaign, beginning on November 21st. This will be followed by an App Bounty Quest campaign launching by the end of the year.


Jamie Carroll Joins Ballast Rock Private Wealth as a Wealth Advisor

November 12, 2024Ballast Rock Private Wealth (“BRPW”), the independent registered investment advisor that provides holistic financial advice to accredited high-net-worth individuals, today announced that Jamie Carroll has joined the firm as a Wealth Advisor. With a background serving high-net-worth individuals and families, Jamie Carroll will provide support across the financial spectrum, from retirement to legacy and generational planning.


Harbour Investment Partners Warns of Impact of Low Interest Rates on Savers, Offers Wealth Protection Strategies

November 12, 2024Harbour Investment Partners has issued an urgent advisory for savers, predicting that low interest rates could present challenges for those relying on traditional savings products to maintain financial security. The firm, recognized for its expertise in fixed-income and wealth preservation strategies, has developed a range of tailored solutions aimed at supporting clients who seek stability amid a changing economic landscape.