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Direct Air Capture Startup Heirloom Raises $53MM Series A, Among the Largest Investments in New Carbon Removal Technologies

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heirloom, a direct air capture company permanently removing CO2 from the atmosphere, announced today that it has raised $53MM in a Series A funding round co-led by Carbon Direct Capital Management, Ahren Innovation Capital, and Breakthrough Energy Ventures, with The Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund as an additional participant. Alice Newcombe-Ellis of Ahren will join Heirloom's board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • At gigaton scale, Heirloom's technology has the lowest peer-reviewed cost of any direct air capture process in the world.
  • The funding, among the largest private financings in direct air capture to date, will help Heirloom to scale by funding their continued research and development, and their first deployment.
  • "Carbon removal is essential to hit our climate goals," said Jonathan Goldberg, founder and CEO of Carbon Direct.
  • Our investment business - Carbon Direct Capital Management LLC - makes direct investments into leading carbon management technology companies.

unitQ Announces New Relationship with Amazon Web Services: Teaming Together to Improve Product Quality

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

The unitQ Monitor provides a new window into the human data that companies need to build the best user experiences possible.

Key Points: 
  • The unitQ Monitor provides a new window into the human data that companies need to build the best user experiences possible.
  • Unfortunately, all too often, teams lack a window into product quality because the information lives across so many disparate channels.
  • An integration between unitQ and Slack - that enables unitQ users to be instantly notified of new user feedback, quality issues, and bugs.
  • unitQ is the first platform that empowers companies to take a data-driven approach to product quality.

Banks and Credit Unions Lose Scale on Loans as Fintechs Grow

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

The research explains the state of consumer installment lending in the United States and how fintechs and finance companies now outpace banks and credit unions in installment loans.

Key Points: 
  • The research explains the state of consumer installment lending in the United States and how fintechs and finance companies now outpace banks and credit unions in installment loans.
  • Furthermore, this research examines how companies are offering embedded finance products such as CCaaS to allow customers the ability to offer their own credit card product.
  • By way of four evaluative criteria, general advice is provided for those seeking a relationship with a fintech provider.
  • Highlights of the research note include:
    Why banks and credit unions should define the consumer lending space, not follow fintech trends
    This document contains 28 pages and 9 exhibits.

Xiaomi 12 Series Launches on Goboo Alongside Other Much-Awaited Products

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

The sale coincides with the launch of several much-anticipated products, including the Xiaomi 12 and Redmi Note 11 Pro series, 1MORE ComfoBuds Mini, and the latest scooters from Ninebot.

Key Points: 
  • The sale coincides with the launch of several much-anticipated products, including the Xiaomi 12 and Redmi Note 11 Pro series, 1MORE ComfoBuds Mini, and the latest scooters from Ninebot.
  • All eyes are on the Xiaomi 12, the latest flagship smartphone from one of the fastest-growing smartphone brands in the European market.
  • "The Xiaomi 12 series is like no Xiaomi phone we've seen before, and we're looking forward to launching it alongside the Redmi Note 11 series and a whole myriad of other awesome new products.
  • Additionally, Goboo offers free shipping on products sold, unconditional returns within 14 days, and a 2-year product warranty.

New Zealand Cards and Payments Market Opportunities and Risks to 2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, March 11, 2022

The "New Zealand Cards and Payments - Opportunities and Risks to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "New Zealand Cards and Payments - Opportunities and Risks to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The report provides detailed analysis of market trends in New Zealand cards and payments industry.
  • This report provides top-level market analysis, information and insights into New Zealand cards and payments industry, including:
    Current and forecast values for each market in New Zealand cards and payments industry, including debit, credit and charge cards.
  • Analysis of various market drivers and regulations governing New Zealand cards and payments industry.

Europe Embedded Finance Market Report 2022: Embedded Payment Providers are Capturing Niche Market Segments Through Partnerships

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Thursday, March 10, 2022

DUBLIN, March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Europe Embedded Finance Business and Investment Opportunities - 50+ KPIs on Embedded Lending, Insurance, Payment, and Wealth Segments - Q1 2022 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Europe Embedded Finance Business and Investment Opportunities - 50+ KPIs on Embedded Lending, Insurance, Payment, and Wealth Segments - Q1 2022 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The embedded finance industry is expected to grow steadily over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 21.4% during 2022-2029.
  • With the growing competition in the embedded payment market across various sectors, embedded payment platform providers are untapped segments.
  • Embedded payment providers are collaborating with players from niche industries to expand their client base.

Katapult Adds New Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to Executive Team

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Thursday, March 10, 2022

In addition, Katapult has hired Jorge Diaz as Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) to build and execute the talent strategies to support the companys expansion plans.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, Katapult has hired Jorge Diaz as Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) to build and execute the talent strategies to support the companys expansion plans.
  • Gorsky brings to Katapult more than 20 years of B2B2C marketing and partnerships experience in growth phase companies.
  • Prior to joining Katapult, Diaz served as Chief People Officer for Coyote Logistics, where he was responsible for designing and implementing successful talent strategies and programs.
  • Katapult associates with hundreds of retailers across the United States, with merchant support teams, marketing insights, and suggestions for continued success.

Europe Embedded Finance Markets and Investment Opportunities Report 2022: Market is Expected to Grow by 35.6% to Reach $42.31 Billion in 2022 - Forecast to 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

The "Europe Embedded Finance Business and Investment Opportunities - 50+ KPIs on Embedded Lending, Insurance, Payment, and Wealth Segments - Q1 2022 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Europe Embedded Finance Business and Investment Opportunities - 50+ KPIs on Embedded Lending, Insurance, Payment, and Wealth Segments - Q1 2022 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Europe's Embedded Finance industry is expected to grow by 35.6% on annual basis to reach US$42,310.2 million in 2022.
  • The embedded finance industry is expected to grow steadily over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 21.4% during 2022-2029.
  • The embedded finance revenues in the region will increase from US$42,310.2 million in 2022 to reach US$121,508.7 million by 2029.

BUILD-A-BEAR ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH REBEL GIRLS TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

ST. LOUIS, March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrate International Women's Day with Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) and Rebel Girls!

Key Points: 
  • ST. LOUIS, March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrate International Women's Day with Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) and Rebel Girls!
  • Today, the global brand announced a new collection with Rebel Girls, whose mission is to help raise the most inspired and confident global generation of girls.
  • The exclusive collection will feature a special Rebel Girls branded plush teddy bear and gift sets inspired by famous female trailblazers throughout history featuring special bear tees and accessories.
  • Whether you are looking to inspire a young girl or honor an accomplished woman, this collection, available exclusively online, makes the perfect gift to celebrate the women in your life!

Europe Embedded Lending Industry Report 2022: 50+ KPIs Across 17 Countries

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Monday, March 7, 2022

The European embedded lending industry is expected to grow by 38.9% on annual basis to reach US$8,104.5 million in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The European embedded lending industry is expected to grow by 38.9% on annual basis to reach US$8,104.5 million in 2022.
  • The embedded lending industry is expected to grow steadily over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 25.4% during 2022-2029.
  • In Europe, embedded lending is becoming increasingly popular among consumers due to the rising popularity of the buy now pay later lending model.
  • Embedded Lending Industry Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2029
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