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K-Pop Concert Film ‘Twice: This Is For… You’ Acquired by Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk and Universal Pictures International
Bleecker Street’s event cinema division Crosswalk and Universal Pictures Content Group have acquired North American and international rights, respectively, to “Twice: This Is For… You.” The film captures K-pop phenomenon Twice at London’s O2 Arena during their “This Is For” world tour. It features concert footage and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the
New York Times Op-Docs Acquires Award-Winning Short ‘Listen’ Directed By Taliesin Black-Brown
EXCLUSIVE: New York Times Op-Docs, the Oscar-winning series of short documentaries, has acquired Listen, the new film directed by Taliesin Black-Brown. The short produced by Black-Brown, executive produced and produced by Greg M. Moga III and Bray’s Run Productions and produced by Academy Award winner Sam A. Davis (The Singers) “takes audiences into the worl
Nvidia finalizes payment of US$1 bln, acquires over 4 pct stake in Naver
SEOUL, Nov. 6 (Yonhap) -- Nvidia Corp. has finalized its payment of US$1 billion...
Fallon & Byrne acquired by owners of chicken brand Rosie & Jim
Located on Exchequer Street in Dublin, it includes restaurant, wine bar and food hall
Letterboxd in Negotiations to Be Acquired by New York Times Company
The New York Times Company is in exclusive negotiations to acquire the online movie buff community Letterboxd, the Times reported Thursday. The price is reported to be about $330 million, which amounts to more than 20 times Letterboxd’s projected earnings for 2026 of about $15 million. The New York Times said that the deal was […]
Liberty Media Acquires John Malone’s Super Voting Stock After Founder Received Outside Offers
Liberty Media has acquired all shares of super voting Series B common stock held by founder John Malone in exchange for low and no-vote shares. The swap came after Malone received a number of unsolicited offers from third parties for his stake, the company said, at which point “Dr. Malone and Liberty Media began discussing […]
Studio Dome Acquires Courtroom Comedy ‘Out of Order!’ Starring Brandon Routh, Brooke Shields, Luis Guzmán Ahead of AFM (EXCLUSIVE)
Ahead of the American Film Market, Studio Dome has snatched up worldwide sales and distribution rights to “Out of Order!,” a legal comedy starring Brandon Routh, Brooke Shields and Luis Guzmán. Guy Jacobson directed and co-wrote the film with Megan Freels Johnston. An official logline for “Out of Order!” reads, “A lawyer trying to turn […]
Dropbox acquires Tigris Data for $350M to bolster its AI infrastructure
The deal is expected to support the development of DBX Agent Cloud, a new storage platform aimed at developers building AI models and agents.
Dropbox acquires Tigris Data for $350M to bolster its AI infra
The deal is expected to support the development of DBX Agent Cloud, a new storage platform aimed at developers building AI models and agents.
Windward acquires Azimut.ai, adding visual intelligence layer to maritime AI platform
<img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_3853,w_5779/741004' alt='Vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on September 5, 2026; illustrative (photo credit: ATTA KENARE / AFP via Getty Images)' title='Vessels transit the Strait of H
Dangote Cement director acquires 280,283 company shares
An Executive Director of Dangote Cement Plc has acquired 280,283 units of the company’s shares in an insider transaction on the Nigerian Exchange Group. Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-cement-director-acquires-280283-company-shares/
Meta acquires AI coding startup Conductor
The startup allows software engineers to deploy teams of agents to work on various aspects of a project simultaneously.
DaouKiwoom-CJ consortium to sign deal to acquire JoongAng Ilbo this week
SEOUL, Nov. 4 (Yonhap) -- A consortium comprising CJ, Shinsegae and two other co...
‘Thirteen in Gaza’ Acquired by Koudéta Films for France Ahead of Doha Film Festival
Paris and New York-based impact studio Koudéta Films has acquired French distribution rights to Palestinian director Hosam Abu Dan’s “Thirteen in Gaza.” The father-daughter drama is the first film shot on the Gaza Strip since the Israel-Hamas war began in 2023. Mad World – which is the international sales arm of Pan-Arab distributor Mad Solutions […]
Netflix Acquires Worldwide On Joel Coen’s ‘Jack Of Spades’ For Fall 2027 Theatrical Release
Netflix is back in business with the Coen Brothers with its global acquisition of the sinister gothic mystery film Jack of Spades, which will be getting a fall 2027 theatrical release ahead of its drop on the streamer. The multi-Oscar-winning duo previously had the western anthology feature The Ballad of Buster Scruggs on the streamer […]
Netflix Acquires Joel Coen’s ‘Jack of Spades,’ Planning Big Push for Next Oscar Season
The film, which counts Joel and Ethan Coen among its writers, stars Olivier Award winner Patsy Ferran, Golden Globe winner Josh O’Connor, Golden Globe winner Damian Lewis and Oscar nominee Lesley Manville.
Marvell to acquire Lumentum in $115 billion AI connectivity deal
Marvell Technology said megadeal for Lumentum will help the merged company serve the growing market for AI data centers.
Defence giant Lockheed Martin acquires N.S.-based undersea warfare company
DARTMOUTH — United States defence and aerospace giant Lockheed Martin has acquired Nova Scotia-based undersea defence company Ultra Maritime for $3.45 billion.
Paramount+ Acquires Rights to Moonbug Series From the ‘Blippi’ and ‘CoComelon’ Universes (EXCLUSIVE)
Paramount+ has acquired non-exclusive rights to several kids franchises from Moonbug Entertainment, including series from the “CoComelon” and “Blippi” universes. Under the new deal, some Moonbug series will begin appearing on Paramount+ starting Nov. 1. Paramount+ will acquire more than 60 hours of programming, including “CoComelon’s JJ’s Animal Time” and “C
ANA holdings to fully acquire parent of two midsize airlines
ANA Holdings is exploring the possibility of operating the two airlines under the ANA brand in the medium term.
OpenAI-backed Thrive Holdings acquires ADT
OpenAI-backed Thrive Holdings is buying ADT in a $15.3 billion deal, with plans to bring AI to the home security business.
DoorDash to acquire Instacart in deal valued around $17B
DoorDash will buy Instacart in a deal valued around $17 billion, the company's announced on Thursday.
Bears acquire All-Pro DT Simmons in blockbuster trade with Titans
The Bears are acquiring All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Titans.
DoorDash agrees to acquire grocery delivery rival Instacart for $17B
DoorDash said on Thursday it would buy Instacart in a deal valued at about $17 billion, stepping up its push into the fast-growing US grocery delivery market.
DoorDash to acquire Instacart for $17B
The acquisition would bring two major players in on-demand delivery under one roof, combining DoorDash’s dominance in restaurant takeout with Instacart’s reach in grocery delivery.
Deepgram acquires Pipecat-maker Daily to bolster its voice AI infrastructure
With Pipecat, Deepgram will likely gain a deeper understanding of real-time voice and video infrastructure.
DoorDash acquires Instacart in $17 billion delivery service merger
The deal combines the two largest grocery delivery platforms in the US.
DoorDash to Acquire Instacart For $17 Billion
DoorDash plans to acquire Instacart in a deal worth about $17 billion. It’s expected to close at the end of 2027 in the first half of 2028. The acquisition would combine DoorDash’s dominance in restaurant delivery with Instacart’s lineup of grocery partnerships, creating one company to delivery customer’s weekly dining needs.
DoorDash to acquire Instacart for $17bn
Deal further consolidates the fiercely competitive US food delivery market
DoorDash to acquire Instacart for $17 billion, creating delivery giant
Delivery giant DoorDash is buying to-your-door grocery service Instacart for $17 billion, the company announced Thursday.
Ethiopia acquires Russian fighter jets and air defence systems amid war in Tigray
The acquisition of the warplanes comes amid ongoing fighting in northern Tigray region that started last month.
(LEAD) Mirae Asset to acquire Japanese brokerage Sanko
SEOUL, Oct. 29 (Yonhap) -- Mirae Asset Securities Co., a major South Korean secu...
Mirae Asset to acquire Japanese brokerage Sanko
SEOUL, Oct. 29 (Yonhap) -- Mirae Asset Securities Co., a major South Korean secu...
Optimum Global acquires Mayfair Microfinance Bank
Optimum Global has announced the successful acquisition of Mayfair Microfinance Bank, marking a strategic step to expand financial inclusion in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/optimum-global-acquires-mayfair-microfinance-bank/
Historic Polish synagogue acquired through tender, to be restored after years of neglect
<img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_900,w_1600/744074' alt=' The historic synagogue in Trzebinia, Poland, has been acquired through an international initiative is set to be restored after years of neglect. (photo credit: Meir Bulka, J-NERATIONS)' title=' The historic synagogue in Trzebi
Oscar Contender ‘Shame and Money’ Acquired in North America by Oscilloscope (EXCLUSIVE)
Oscilloscope Laboratories has acquired North American rights to Visar Morina’s “Shame and Money.” The film won the Grand Jury Prize in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition at the Sundance Film Festival, which qualifies it to compete for the Oscar for international feature film under new Academy rules. Oscilloscope is planning a theatrical release in early [
FCC clears Amazon Leo to acquire mobile-satellite operator Globalstar
Amazon Leo's $11.5 billion acquisition of mobile-satellite operator Globalstar has been approved by the FCC.
Seahawks acquire eight-time Pro Bowl guard Nelson in trade with Colts
The Colts have traded eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson to the Seahawks.
Fleet expansion: NAF to acquire 67 aircraft, drones
The Nigerian Air Force plans to acquire 67 new aircraft and drones, including fighter jets and helicopters, to modernise its fleet and boost its capabiliti Read More: https://punchng.com/fleet-expansion-naf-to-acquire-67-aircraft-drones/
Janus Films Acquires Alfonso Cuarón’s ‘Y Tu Mamá También’ Ahead Of 25th Anniversary 4K Re-Release
EXCLUSIVE: Janus Films has acquired all rights in North America and the UK/Ireland to Alfonso Cuarón’s classic fourth feature, Y Tu Mamá También, which has been restored in 4K to mark the 25th anniversary of its premiere. The new 4K print will be released theatrically in the summer of 2027. Y Tu Mamá También launched […]
Devils acquire 3-time Vezina winner Hellebuyck from Jets
The Devils made a major move Friday, acquiring goalie and 3-time Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck from the Jets in return for several players and draft picks.
The Lede Company Acquires Lauren Winslade’s London-Based Agency Aisle 8
The Lede Company has acquired London-based fashion and lifestyle agency Aisle 8, Aisle 8 founder Lauren Winslade will join as President of Brand for The Lede Company London, bringing her full team of 21 into the firm. Matthew Avento will continue to oversee the Talent and Strategic Communications divisions at the firm’s London office. Founded […]
Dangote acquires 25% stake in Kenya oil pipeline
Dangote Industries Limited has acquired a 25% stake in a Kenyan oil pipeline network as part of a wider plan to strengthen its distribution across Africa. Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-acquires-25-stake-in-kenya-oil-pipeline/
Bose acquires Skullcandy to help it reach a wider audience
Bose announced today it has acquired Skullcandy. Although the two companies are competitors in the consumer audio space, Skullcandy recently partnered with its new owner to bring several of Bose's audio technologies - including its head-tracking spatial audio and excellent active noise cancellation (ANC) - to products like the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC hea
Meira Kumar entitled to compensation for land acquired by government, says Patna High Court
Justice Khatim Reza, in an order on October 6, quashed the District Collector’s order that had attempted to seize Patna land by unilaterally cancelling the family’s 60-year-old land records
Gay Bodybuilder Romance ‘Test’ Acquired by Dark Star Pictures (EXCLUSIVE)
“Test,” the award-winning gay bodybuilding drama from director Sam McConnell, has been acquired by Dark Star Pictures for U.S. and Canadian distribution. Written by and starring Brock Yurich (“Goat”), the film also features Tammy Blanchard (“Into the Woods”), Matthew Morrison (“Glee”), Paloma Garcia-Lee (“West Side Story”), Evan Hall (“Orange Is the New Blac
Watermelon Pictures Acquires North American Distribution Rights To Sara Ishaq’s ‘The Station’
EXCLUSIVE: The Station, the debut narrative feature from Yemeni-Scottish filmmaker Sara Ishaq, has been picked up for North America by Watermelon Pictures. Watermelon will release the film theatrically later this year. The Station debuted in the Critics’ Week competition at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. The official synopsis reads: Set against the backdrop
Versant Unlikely To Acquire Skydance Cable Networks If They Hit The Market, CEO Mark Lazarus Says
Versant Media CEO Mark Lazarus said the company spun off by Comcast/NBCUniversal earlier this year is unlikely to be a buyer if Skydance looks to shop some of its dozens of cable TV networks. “Buying more cable assets on a large scale would prolong our life but not necessarily make our life better because we […]
OpenAI acquires startup Orchestra Bio to beef up its biotech business
OpenAI says it's adding Orchestra's team and technology to work on Rosalind, its AI model for life sciences research, and to its related Rosalind Workbench tool, a harness that aims to help researchers plan experiments and analyze results.
Scientists Don't Know How Mars Acquired Its Two Moons. Japan Just Launched a Historic Space Mission That Will Fetch Samples to Find Out
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency's spacecraft is expected to reach the Martian system in August 2027 and return samples from the moon Phobos to Earth in 2031
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