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Todd was Editor of GrowthBusiness.co.uk between 2010 and 2011 as well as being responsible for publishing our digital and printed magazines focusing on private equity and venture capital.

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All eyes on China

China is set to become the global location of choice for initial public offerings (IPOs) by 2025, new findings suggest.

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Saaspoint secures US buyer

London-headquartered Saaspoint has been bought out by Appirio as the UK business looks to boost its presence in new markets.

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ADC Biotechnology secures funding for new antibody initiative

ADC Biotechnology has secured a package of investment and grants totalling £450,000 to expand development and commercialisation of its new antibody drug production technology.

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K3 builds its customer base

Business software company K3 has added to its M&A drive by acquiring Unisoft BV as part of a deal which could ultimately cost euro2.77 million (£2.4 million).

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LDC completes first deal from specialist fund

Lloyds Development Capital (LDC) has invested in mechanical engineering company PJD Group using capital from a recently-launched £200 million specialist manufacturing and engineering fund.

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Cross-border disputes

James Wingfield, a solicitor specialising in cross-border commercial litigation at Howard Kennedy, looks at cross-border business disputes and how different laws apply.

Alternative Finance for Business

Equity for growth – Stephen Welton of the Business Growth Fund

Stephen Welton, CEO of the Business Growth Fund (BGF), argues the case for equity as the best way to fund a growing business.

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Wiggle rides over to Bridgepoint

Online cycling retailer Wiggle has been acquired by Bridgepoint in a £180 million deal that sees ISIS Equity Partners exit its five year investment in the business.

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Cooling business bought out

The assets of Sheffield-based Iceotope have been bought out by a consortium, backed by a seven figure investment sum, on the back of entering administration in October.

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Business software deal for Progress

Progress Software Corporation has acquired Corticon Technologies as it looks to build its Business Rules Management System (BRMS) services, software which enables businesses to simplify decision management.

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Top entrepreneurs garlanded at TiE Awards

Rahul Nanda, chairman of security group Topsgrup, was recognised last night at the inaugural TiE UK Annual Awards, accepting an accolade as Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year from former TV Dragon James Caan.

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Cyber security drives Raytheon M&A

Raytheon, which provides defence and aerospace systems services, has acquired Pikewerks for an undisclosed amount.