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How META’s Booster Initiative Became a Catalyst for Transforming Research in the EU

In the world of EU-funded research, innovation often faces a stubborn challenge: the transition from groundbreaking laboratory discovery to practical, market-ready solutions. While Europe has led in research funding, many projects have struggled to convert valuable research outcomes into accessible technologies that make a measurable impact. For Alessia Melasecche Germini, CEO of META Group, this issue sits at the heart of the mission for Horizon … Continue reading How META’s Booster Initiative Became a Catalyst for Transforming Research in the EU

Prudential

Prudential appoints Jacques Chappuis as president and chief executive officer of PGIM

Press Release – November 08, 2024 – NEWARK, N.J. – Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) announced the appointment of Jacques Chappuis as president and CEO of PGIM, its $1.4 trillion global investment management business, effective May 1, 2025. “Jacques is well known for his deep commitment to clients, his leadership in acquisitions, and breadth of expertise across public and private market solutions. We know that he … Continue reading Prudential appoints Jacques Chappuis as president and chief executive officer of PGIM

talli.ai

Talli Closes $4 Million Seed Round to Modernize Legal Payments Technology

Funding to Drive Digital and AI Transformation in Legal Payments, Making Settlements Faster, Transparent, and Cost-Effective Press Release- November 11, 2024 – NEW YORK – Talli, a groundbreaking digital payments platform for the legal industry, today announced a $4 million seed funding round led by Vestigo Ventures. The investment will accelerate the company’s mission to transform how legal professionals manage client settlements and reimbursements. “A … Continue reading Talli Closes $4 Million Seed Round to Modernize Legal Payments Technology

NRG Energy

NRG, Renew Home and Google Cloud Announce Partnership

NRG and Renew Home to Create a 1 GW Virtual Power Plant in Texas That Will Help Enhance Grid Resilience and Reduce Household Energy Costs Leveraging Google Cloud Technology Press Release – November 08, 2024 – HOUSTON – NRG Energy Inc. (NYSE:NRG) today announced it is partnering with Renew Home, a leading virtual power plant (VPP) company to boost its residential VPP capabilities. Together, NRG … Continue reading NRG, Renew Home and Google Cloud Announce Partnership

General Galactic

General Galactic Raises $8M to Advance Fossil-Free Fuel Revolution

Press Release – November 12, 2024 – EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – General Galactic, a pioneer in fossil-free fuel generation technology, today announced the closing of an $8 million seed funding round, bringing the total investment in the company to $10 million. The investment was co-led by Harpoon Ventures and Refactor Capital, with participation from Pathbreaker, BoxGroup, Seraphim, Plug and Play, Impact First and Climate Capital. “We … Continue reading General Galactic Raises $8M to Advance Fossil-Free Fuel Revolution