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Storykit Releases Video AI for Enterprises: "This is a Game Changer"

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

STOCKHOLM, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Since its launch in 2018, Storykit has attracted over 1,000 customers, including Dun & Bradstreet, Glencore, and BKS Bank, that utilize Storykit's video creator to produce videos with high pace, high volume, and high quality. The Sweden-based SaaS company now introduces an AI solution that further enhances production speed while maintaining user control over video creation.

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  • It's a game changer," says Peder Bonnier, CEO and founder of Storykit.
  • The Sweden-based SaaS company now introduces an AI solution that further enhances production speed while maintaining user control over video creation.
  • To introduce the new AI solution to the market, Storykit is releasing a free version of the tool.
  • "This brings us much closer to our vision of enabling video for everything, video for everyone," says Peder Bonnier.

Storykit Releases Video AI for Enterprises: "This is a Game Changer"

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

STOCKHOLM, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Since its launch in 2018, Storykit has attracted over 1,000 customers, including Dun & Bradstreet, Glencore, and BKS Bank, that utilize Storykit's video creator to produce videos with high pace, high volume, and high quality. The Sweden-based SaaS company now introduces an AI solution that further enhances production speed while maintaining user control over video creation.

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  • It's a game changer," says Peder Bonnier, CEO and founder of Storykit.
  • The Sweden-based SaaS company now introduces an AI solution that further enhances production speed while maintaining user control over video creation.
  • To introduce the new AI solution to the market, Storykit is releasing a free version of the tool.
  • "This brings us much closer to our vision of enabling video for everything, video for everyone," says Peder Bonnier.

Andrew Hausman Joins Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe As An Operating Partner in the Firm's Technology Group

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Monday, May 22, 2023

NEW YORK, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (WCAS), a leading private equity firm focused exclusively on the technology and healthcare industries, announced that Andrew Hausman has joined the firm as an Operating Partner in the Technology Group.

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  • NEW YORK, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (WCAS), a leading private equity firm focused exclusively on the technology and healthcare industries, announced that Andrew Hausman has joined the firm as an Operating Partner in the Technology Group.
  • Mr. Hausman is an accomplished executive with over 30 years of experience leading companies in the financial technology and data & analytics sectors.
  • In his most recent role, Mr. Hausman was the President of the Finance and Risk Division at Dun & Bradstreet, which he helped take public.
  • There is an abundance of opportunities across the financial technology landscape, and I look forward to bringing my experience to the WCAS platform to pursue these."

HKTDC and Dun & Bradstreet Hong Kong join forces to help SMEs enhance ESG competitiveness

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Monday, May 15, 2023

Mr Andrew Wu (L), Managing Director of Dun & Bradstreet China - Mainland China & HKSAR and HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Dr Patrick Lau (R), announce a new partnership between the two organisations to enhance SMEs' ESG competitiveness.

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  • Mr Andrew Wu (L), Managing Director of Dun & Bradstreet China - Mainland China & HKSAR and HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Dr Patrick Lau (R), announce a new partnership between the two organisations to enhance SMEs' ESG competitiveness.
  • Managing Director of Dun & Bradstreet China - Mainland and Hong Kong SAR Mr Andrew Wu said: "Dun & Bradstreet is privileged to be part of it to support and drive a sustainable ecosystem for SMEs.
  • Dun & Bradstreet Hong Kong as the recognised Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) partner of Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) sets an excellent example of D&B's strong reputation as a global provider of reliable business decisioning data and analytics."
  • "We are certain that local companies will enhance their ESG competitiveness with the help of a world-leading service provider in the field, such as Dun & Bradstreet," Dr Patrick Lau added.

Numerix Names Emanuele Conti CEO

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Monday, May 8, 2023

NEW YORK, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Numerix , a leader in capital markets risk management technology, today announced the appointment of experienced executive Emanuele "Manny" Conti as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • NEW YORK, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Numerix , a leader in capital markets risk management technology, today announced the appointment of experienced executive Emanuele "Manny" Conti as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mr. Conti succeeds Steve O'Hanlon who has led the company for over 21 years and will become Vice Chairman.
  • "I would like to express my gratitude to the entire Numerix family for their hard work and dedication building Numerix into a leading global financial technology company and brand.
  • Manny Conti is an experienced leader in the financial technology space, and his broad experience as a CEO and board member makes him a valuable addition to the Numerix team in its next phase of growth.

Dun & Bradstreet Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: DNB), a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, today announced unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.

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  • Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: DNB), a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, today announced unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.
  • Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter of 2023 was $190.0 million, flat compared to the first quarter of 2022, and adjusted EBITDA margin for the first quarter of 2023 was 35.2%.
  • Dun & Bradstreet does not intend to update its forward-looking statements until its next quarterly results announcement, other than in publicly available statements.
  • Dun & Bradstreet will host a conference call to discuss the first quarter 2023 financial results on May 4, 2023 at 8:30am ET.

Dun & Bradstreet Expands Its ESG Rankings Coverage to Nearly 74 Million Public and Private Companies

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Dun & Bradstreet (NYSE:DNB), a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, announced it has expanded its ESG Rankings coverage across public and private companies from 42 million to 74 million in 185 countries.

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  • Dun & Bradstreet (NYSE:DNB), a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, announced it has expanded its ESG Rankings coverage across public and private companies from 42 million to 74 million in 185 countries.
  • Dun & Bradstreet ESG Rankings help companies strengthen their ESG goals, manage supply chain disruption risks, and perform marketing segmentation.
  • Some current Dun & Bradstreet ESG customers will see an increase in the coverage of their portfolios, with approximately 68% of evaluated companies seeing their rankings change on the ESG levels.
  • Last year, Dun & Bradstreet successfully brought to market several distinct ESG products, all powered by a rapidly expanding global ESG dataset on companies.

Taking a closer look at the small business credit reporting system

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Taking a closer look at the small business credit reporting systemBut just as an error on a credit report can throw an unexpected wrench into the works for an individual consumer, an error on a small business credit report can bring even a well-designed business plan to a grinding halt.

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Taking a closer look at the small business credit reporting system

    • But just as an error on a credit report can throw an unexpected wrench into the works for an individual consumer, an error on a small business credit report can bring even a well-designed business plan to a grinding halt.
    • The FTC just launched an inquiry into the small business credit reporting system and has some questions for five companies in that industry: Dun & Bradstreet, Experian Information Solutions, Equifax, Ansonia Credit Data, and Creditsafe USA.
    • But there’s no corresponding federal law that specifically outlines the processes and protections available to businesses when it comes to credit reporting.

OpenText World EMEA gets underway, unveiling the newest Cloud Editions Innovations and reimagining the Future of Information Management

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Monday, April 24, 2023

WATERLOO, ON , April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at OpenText World EMEA – Innovation Summits 2023, OpenText™ (NASDAQ: OTEX), (TSX: OTEX) announces OpenText Cloud Editions (CE) 23.2, with over 75,000 new innovations released in the last 12 months to help customers accelerate their cloud-based digital transformation. This milestone, part of the company's extensive Project Titanium roadmap, enables customers to further drive productivity and profitability while streamlining experiences and security in a multi-cloud world. OpenText is thrilled to welcome newly acquired Micro Focus customers and colleagues to OpenText World EMEA as it demonstrates and discusses the many exciting innovations and integrations now available. 

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  • "I am excited to announce Project Titanium delivered with Cloud Editions 23.2, and announce our next generation roadmap, Titanium X.
  • OpenText is now offering a full suite of Public Cloud multi-tenant SaaS solutions in content management, cybersecurity, service management, and application delivery.
  • The global hybrid event – with roadshows in Munich, Paris and London – will unveil the latest OpenText innovations, engage with customers locally, and showcase the future of information management.
  • Additional information and live demonstrations will be presented by OpenText during OpenText World EMEA - keynote sessions with CEO & CTO, Mark J. Barrenechea and EVP & CPO, Muhi Majzoub.

Dun & Bradstreet Announces First Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call; Participation in Upcoming Investor Conference

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. (“Dun & Bradstreet”) (NYSE:DNB), a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, today announced the date for the release of its first quarter 2023 earnings and its participation in an upcoming investor conference.

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  • Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. (“Dun & Bradstreet”) (NYSE:DNB), a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, today announced the date for the release of its first quarter 2023 earnings and its participation in an upcoming investor conference.
  • Dun & Bradstreet will release first quarter 2023 earnings before the market opens on May 4, 2023.
  • Those wishing to participate via the webcast should access the call through Dun & Bradstreet’s Investor Relations website at https://investor.dnb.com .
  • The conference call replay will be available via webcast through Dun & Bradstreet’s Investor Relations website.