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PGY

Pagaya Technologies has announced the appointment of Evangelos Perros as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic move is aimed at strengthening the company's financial leadership as it continues to grow and expand its operations.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 20, 2024 | 1:02 pm

META

Veteran trader Peter Brandt suspects his posts on X (formerly Twitter) are being censored due to his views on voting and COVID fraud, inspired by an interview with Mike Benz. Elon Musk has also accused Meta Platforms Inc. (META) of censorship, particularly around election integrity.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

February 20, 2024 | 12:39 pm

ZVIA

Zevia PBC (NYSE:ZVIA) announced Girish Satya as the new CFO effective February 21, 2024. Satya, with over 20 years of experience, replaces interim CFO Florence Neubauer, who will remain as Senior VP, Finance and Business Transformation.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 20, 2024 | 12:29 pm

FANH

Fanhua Inc. has signed a supplementary agreement to its strategic framework deal with White Group, alongside announcing board changes. This move strengthens Fanhua's position as a leading financial services provider in China.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 20, 2024 | 12:27 pm

MSFT

Security researchers discovered multiple vulnerabilities in OpenAI's ChatGPT, potentially allowing account takeovers. The issues, including two XSS vulnerabilities, were reported and promptly fixed by OpenAI. This incident highlights the growing concerns over the use of AI tools like ChatGPT in cyberattacks, with Microsoft Corp. and OpenAI previously noting hackers' use of such tools for refining cyberattacks.

Portfolio Pulse from Rounak Jain

February 20, 2024 | 12:01 pm

GIS

General Mills is focusing on its Accelerate strategy to drive long-term growth and shareholder returns, investing in brand building for its iconic brands. The company has reaffirmed its fiscal 2024 financial targets, expecting organic net sales to be down 1 percent to flat, and adjusted operating profit and EPS to increase by 4 to 5 percent in constant currency.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 20, 2024 | 11:35 am

GIS

General Mills reaffirmed its fiscal year 2024 outlook during the Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) conference, indicating confidence in its financial projections and strategic plans.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 20, 2024 | 11:30 am

BRN

Barnwell Industries announces a leadership transition with CEO and President Alexander Kinzler passing the roles to Craig Hopkins on April 1, 2024. Kinzler will become Executive Chairman and currently owns 9.2% of the company's shares, with relatives owning about 4%.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 20, 2024 | 11:03 am

EVLV

Evolv Technology (NASDAQ:EVLV) announced it is under investigation by the SEC, described as a confidential 'non-public, fact finding inquiry.' The company emphasized its commitment to transparency and cooperation with regulatory bodies, noting the SEC's statement that the investigation does not imply any legal violations.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 20, 2024 | 9:06 am

CLVT

Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a global intelligence provider, has launched the Clarivate Center for IP and Innovation Research. This new unit aims to assist corporations and research organizations in creating innovative ideas and valuable technology and brand IP assets.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 20, 2024 | 8:44 am