Plugged In: AI Action Summit 2025
Global AI tech event launching February 6th in Paris, France.
Spirit Airlines Rejects Second Attempt to Acquire Company
Spirit Airlines has officially rejected a second acquisition bid, reaffirming its commitment to independence despite ongoing turbulence in the airline industry. The decision comes after months of speculation over Spirit’s future, with competing carriers eyeing its budget-friendly business model and valuable market share.
GGD Investor: 2150 Ventures
2150 Ventures is a London-based venture capital firm committed to shaping the future of sustainable cities.
GGD Investor: Thirty Five Ventures
Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman launched Thirty Five Ventures in 2016, transforming it into a powerhouse that blends venture capital, sports, media, and entertainment.
GGD Startup: Calendly
To create Calendly, Tope Awotona emptied out his personal savings in 2013. The founder was determined to build a scheduling automation tool that was intuitive and simple to use.
Planet Labs Secures $230M Deal to Build Next-Gen Satellites
Planet Labs, a leader in Earth imaging and satellite technology, has secured a $230 million contract to develop and deploy a new generation of satellites. The deal, announced earlier this week, marks a significant milestone in the company’s mission to provide high-resolution, real-time imaging of our planet.
Plugged In: ProductWorld Conference
Event happening February 11-20th in Santa Clara, California.
Plugged In: Women’s Venture Capital Summit
Event happening February 4-6th in Half Moon Bay, California.
Apollo Funds Acquires Barnes Group Inc. for $3.6B
Apollo Global Management is making another bold move in the industrial sector, acquiring Barnes Group Inc. for $3.6 billion. The deal, announced this week, positions Apollo to expand its influence in aerospace, manufacturing, and engineered products.
Data Viz 11: Hugging Habits
Hugs are small but powerful acts of connection, and our latest infographic highlights how their frequency varies throughout the week. According to a scientific study published in the Journal of Nonverbal Behavior; adults hug at different frequencies throughout the week.