In major UK freight rail deal, CGM is set to acquire Freightliner Summary CMA CGM has announced plans to acquire Freightliner UK Intermodal Logistics, bringing the rail and road operations, inland terminals and the Freightliner brand into the shipping group’s portfolio. The transaction is expected to close in early 2026, subject to regulatory approval. Several […]
An interview with visionary Eric Becker Summary Eric Becker, Founder and Co-Chairman of Cresset, discusses his new book, The Long Game, and the lessons he learned from companies that have lasted a century or more. He identifies common traits of enduring firms—stewardship, adaptability and a readiness to confront crises—and shares three practical pieces of advice […]
Nearly 4 in 10 companies will replace workers with AI by 2026, survey shows Summary A Resume.org survey of 1,000 US business leaders finds that nearly 3 in 10 companies have already replaced jobs with AI, and 37% expect to have replaced jobs with AI by the end of 2026. Employers point to economic uncertainty, […]
Intralot steps closer to Bally deal with financing agreement Summary Intralot has secured new long-term debt financing totalling €660m as it advances its planned acquisition of Bally’s Corporation’s International Interactive business. The package comprises a €460m six-year senior secured term loan with institutional lenders and €200m in binding commitments from a Greek bank consortium for […]
15 Years of Zero Trust: Why It Matters More Than Ever Summary John Kindervag — the analyst who coined the term zero trust — reflects on how the model moved from a contrarian idea to a dominant security strategy over the past 15 years. He explains the core principle — never trust, always verify — […]
Robinhood sues Massachusetts to block gambling laws from applying to prediction markets Summary Robinhood has filed a federal lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in Boston against Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell and the state Gaming Commission. The aim is to prevent state gambling laws from being applied to prediction markets offered through Kalshi. Robinhood […]
The Hidden C-Suite Risk Of AI Failures Article Date: 2025-09-22T11:30:33+00:00 Source: https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2025/09/22/the-hidden-c-suite-risk-of-ai-failures/ Summary Insurers are inserting broad AI exclusions into liability policies (cyber, E&O, D&O and professional liability) that can preclude coverage for claims “based upon, attributable to, arising out of, or related to” any use of artificial intelligence. These exclusions often apply even where […]
2025 Proxy Season Review: Compensation-Related Matters Summary The 2025 U.S. annual meeting proxy season (meetings through 30 June 2025) showed continued strong shareholder support for executive pay and equity plan proposals, with average say-on-pay support at c.90% (S&P 500) and 91% (Russell 3000). Failed say-on-pay votes remained rare (5 S&P 500; 27 Russell 3000) and […]
Intralot secures $775 million debt financing for Bally’s Interactive deal | Yogonet International Summary Greek gaming technology firm Intralot has secured €660 million (about $775 million) in long-term debt financing to help fund its planned acquisition of Bally’s International Interactive and to refinance existing borrowings. The package includes a £400 million six-year senior secured term […]
Online gambling ban hits India’s gaming and sports sectors, with players turning to the black market Summary India has introduced a sweeping ban on online gambling that outlaws betting on fantasy sports and online card games, with offenders facing up to five years in prison. The government cited concerns over addiction, fraud and alleged links […]
