Kraken

Project Worldwide Expands Sports, Web3 & Entertainment Capabilities with Investment in Talisman

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Recognized for creativity, data utilization, and innovation, Talisman's expertise extends beyond F1, encompassing Sports, Web3, Gaming and Entertainment.

Key Points: 
  • Recognized for creativity, data utilization, and innovation, Talisman's expertise extends beyond F1, encompassing Sports, Web3, Gaming and Entertainment.
  • Talisman has over 100 years of combined industry experience with a high-caliber advisory team including Tom Fox , Javier Villamizar and Kenneth Berger .
  • He launched Sports Marketing Japan (SMJ) which in 2009 was sold to Yoshimoto Kogyo, Japan’s largest entertainment production entity and talent agency.
  • It not only provides Talisman with the resources to accelerate our presence in the United States, but also enhances our capabilities to offer clients and partners a more complete service portfolio.

Eneti Inc. Announces Closing of a $436.0 Million Credit Facility and Sale of Two NG2500X Vessels

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

The maturity date of the Credit Facility in relation to each vessel is 12 years from the delivery date of each vessel.

Key Points: 
  • The maturity date of the Credit Facility in relation to each vessel is 12 years from the delivery date of each vessel.
  • The Credit Facility bears interest at a blended margin of SOFR plus 2.36% per annum (exclusive of premiums payable to K-SURE and Eksfin).
  • The remaining terms and conditions, including financial covenants, are similar to those of the Company’s existing credit facility.
  • These deliveries, along with the delivery of the Seajacks Kraken in October 2023, complete the sale of all of the Company’s NG2500X vessels.

Just Poké Looks to 2024 with Continued Growth, New Menu Expansion, Chef Collabs, and the Debut of its Kraken Box

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Monday, December 18, 2023

SEATTLE, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Just Poké, the award-winning, delicious, healthy, and sustainable Seattle-based fast-casual chain taking over the Pacific Northwest with restaurants throughout western Washington and British Columbia, announced today three new locations, including its entrance into Richmond, Canada, and the debut of catering options for groups of 10 or more.

Key Points: 
  • "We've always been the largest poké destination in the region, offering the best food and most popular combinations.
  • The revamped menu retains customer favorites while launching surprising and exciting options for devoted patrons.
  • Co-founder of Just Poké Norman Wu shares, "We've always been the largest poké destination in the region, offering the best food and most popular combinations.
  • Just Poké will also debut new signature bowls created in collaboration with local and national chefs, influencers and fitness instructors.

$800m investment to accelerate Octopus Energy’s global clean energy growth

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Monday, December 18, 2023

Octopus Energy Group, the UK’s largest power supplier* and the owner of the Kraken technology platform, announces $800m (£625m) additional investment from its existing shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • Octopus Energy Group, the UK’s largest power supplier* and the owner of the Kraken technology platform, announces $800m (£625m) additional investment from its existing shareholders.
  • Recommended” an unprecedented 6 years in a row and according to consultants Bain**, Octopus Energy is rated 44 points higher than the next best company.
  • Through our partnership with Octopus Energy, we aim to provide our customers with services using the latest technology and clean energy.
  • Octopus Energy Group’s Kraken technology platform has seen astounding success, from 17 million accounts two years ago, to over 52 million today.

Energy Tech Giant Kraken Wins at S&P Global Commodity Insights’ 25th Annual Platts Global Energy Award

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Friday, December 8, 2023

Kraken , the only proven, end-to-end platform for future energy, was named winner of the Grid Edge Award at the 25th Annual Platts Global Energy Awards.

Key Points: 
  • Kraken , the only proven, end-to-end platform for future energy, was named winner of the Grid Edge Award at the 25th Annual Platts Global Energy Awards.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231208322947/en/
    Kraken's Charlotte Johnson, Chief of Staff & Global Head of Markets, and Natasha Crowe, Global Head of Marketing & Communication, at the 25th Annual Platts Global Energy Award.
  • Kraken, the only proven, end-to-end platform for future energy, was named winner of the Grid Edge Award.
  • For details of these and other Awards winners of this year’s Platts Global Energy Awards, access the December issue of the S&P Global Commodity Insights Magazine or visit the Platts Global Energy Awards website .

TAQA and Octopus Energy Group’s Kraken team up to drive decarbonization in the Middle East and Eurasia

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Its Kraken platform connects all parts of the energy system, from customer billing to flexible management of renewable generation and energy devices.

Key Points: 
  • Its Kraken platform connects all parts of the energy system, from customer billing to flexible management of renewable generation and energy devices.
  • The Kraken platform empowers energy companies to build and deploy green energy products and to handle customer requests more swiftly and holistically.
  • Greg Jackson, Founder of Octopus Energy Group, comments: “At Octopus, we believe in the power of collaboration to turbocharge the energy revolution through innovation and technology.
  • The platform has enabled Octopus Energy to top customer service tables since its inception, as the only energy company to receive “Which?

SALT Announces Expanded Global Conference Lineup for 2024

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SALT , a premier global investment forum, today announced its 2024 conference slate.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SALT , a premier global investment forum, today announced its 2024 conference slate.
  • Investopia x SALT 2024 will take place February 28 – 29 at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort in Abu Dhabi.
  • SALT iConnections New York , the firm's flagship annual cap intro event, returns to The Glasshouse in New York City May 20 – 21.
  • SALT and iConnections will again host their annual Asia conference in November 2024.

Ackerley Sports Group Announces New Sports and Media Focused Platform

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

SEATTLE, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Ackerley Sports Group ("ASG") announced the launch of an investment platform focused on investment in the future of sports and media.  On the back of their investment in Leeds United FC, the new platform will invest in sports teams, leagues, and growth stage sports technology on a global basis. 

Key Points: 
  • Platform includes expertise in finance, technology, media and sports
    SEATTLE, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Ackerley Sports Group ("ASG") announced the launch of an investment platform focused on investment in the future of sports and media.
  • Ackerley Sports Group is an expansion of the investment practice established in 2002 by Ted and Chris Ackerley at Ackerley Partners.
  • "We created Ackerley Sports Group because we are witnessing a rapid technology-fueled change across the sports and media landscape.
  • We will leverage our vast partner network and experience across multiple markets to help create new connectivity between sports, technology, and media," said Ackerley Sports Partners co-founder, Chris Ackerley.

Caroline Friedman Appointed as Chief Operating Officer at Bastion

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bastion, an enterprise-focused web3 orchestrator, today announced the appointment of Caroline Friedman as its Chief Operating Officer, after serving as the company's Head of Operations since its inception. As Chief Operating Officer, Friedman will be responsible for managing the company's compliance and regulatory matters, public policy, legal, people, and finance functions, ensuring that Bastion meets the highest standards of operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Points: 
  • Friedman, who prior to joining Bastion served as Chief of Staff at a16z Crypto and Kraken, will oversee key aspects of the company's operations
    NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bastion, an enterprise-focused web3 orchestrator, today announced the appointment of Caroline Friedman as its Chief Operating Officer, after serving as the company's Head of Operations since its inception.
  • As Chief Operating Officer, Friedman will be responsible for managing the company's compliance and regulatory matters, public policy, legal, people, and finance functions, ensuring that Bastion meets the highest standards of operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
  • On her appointment, Friedman commented, "I am honored to accept an expanded role at Bastion and continue working alongside our incredible team of innovators.
  • Nassim Eddequiouaq, Co-Founder at Bastion, commented, "Caroline has been an invaluable asset to Bastion, having been with us since the inception of the company.

CFX Labs Closes $9.5 Million Seed Round to Continue the Rapid Transformation Of Global Payment Processing and Monetization

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CFX Labs, a future leader in the monetization of rapid and secure international payments markets currently operating a nationwide payment network, announced it has raised $9.5 million in seed funding. CFX Labs raised funds from a diverse array of strategic partners including Shima Capital, Decasonic, Antalpha, CMT Digital, Corazon Capital, Hard Yaka, Kraken Ventures, New Form Capital, Metropolitan Capital Bank & Trust amongst others in an oversubscribed round.

Key Points: 
  • More than one billion people globally rely on being able to make secure, fast and inexpensive domestic and international remittance transfers.
  • CFX Labs's funding round will provide resources to expand its network reach and continued development of innovative technologies supporting international payments.
  • CFX Labs' payment network stands to expand beyond remittances internationally between the Americas, to global international money transfer and remittances, a market valued in trillions of dollars.
  • CFX Labs partners with both emerging brands and established retail leaders to monetize the movement of money with a unique revenue share model.