AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSME Restructuring: Fisher & Paykel Appliances says it is cutting 44 jobs in New Zealand, with 31 roles hit in its call centre, as it pushes further digitisation of customer journeys. AI Investment Mood: Firmus, once a Bitcoin miner, has surged to a $10.5B+ valuation after raising $2B in equity, with major backers including Nvidia and Coatue—another sign capital is chasing AI infrastructure plays. Italian Startup & Africa: Italy’s Harmonic Innovation Group and BeEntrepreneurs backed East African digital startups through a “Hero” acceleration; finalists won trips to Italy (Milan, Rome, Catanzaro), linking local SMEs to Made-in-Italy networks. Defense Supply Chain Deals: Italy’s defense industry keeps attracting “trusted capital” with rapid deals: Nuburu buying 70% of Tekne, Xenon Private Equity taking Deas, and CDP Equity acquiring 85.5% of T-Defense—boosting Italy’s role in Europe’s missile and cyber push. Digital Commerce for SMBs: A Naples-based push highlights more transparent, direct buying of premium domain names, aiming to simplify transactions for brands and small businesses.
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