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Betterware de México Acquires 60% of GurúComm, a Mobile Virtual Network Operator and Communications Software Developer

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Betterware de México S.A.B. de C.V. (“Betterware”) (NASDAQ: BWMX), the leading direct-to-consumer company in Mexico that focuses on the home organization and solutions segment with a two-tier distribution model, today announced that it acquired 60% of GurúComm, a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (“MVNO”) and Communications Software developer, with an Enterprise Value of $75M pesos (approximately $3.5 million USD). The purchase price is $45 million pesos and the investment was paid out of existing cash on the Company’s balance sheet.  The Company does not expect the acquisition to be material to fiscal year 2021 results and is maintaining its guidance provided when it reported fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 results on February 18, 2021.

GurúComm will operate within Betterware, as Betterware Connect, led by the existing GurúComm management team.  The addition of GurúComm to the Betterware portfolio positions the Company to disrupt the home technology solutions market in Mexico by combining Betterware’s highly efficient distribution network of 1.3 million distributors and associates and its vast and loyal customer base with the innovation and technology product and software expertise of GurúComm.

Luis Campos, Betterware Chairman stated: “We are delighted to announce that we have acquired 60% of GurúComm which will operate as Betterware Connect with our Company.  With this acquisition, we believe we are positioned to disrupt the MVNO market in Mexico as we leverage our capabilities and service offering to include the large and growing home technology solutions product category.  We look forward to partnering with Victor Treviño, CEO, and Roger Alarcon, Commercial and Innovation Director, who have had tremendous success in creating innovative technology and telecommunications solutions, to bring our 1.3 million distributors and associates high quality, value priced home technology offerings.  This acquisition marks a very important milestone for Betterware as it evolves our home product offering to include technology-based solutions, which we expect to add to our long term growth and profit potential.”

Betterware Connect intends to launch technology-based home solutions through three different product segments:

  • MVNO including mobile voice and data, personal hotspot, and fixed wireless broadband offerings
  • Smart Home including a range of Smart Home and Smart Device solutions
  • Home Apps including Home Software-based solutions for a variety of household needs and tasks

According to market studies, Betterware Connect possesses the eight qualities integral to being successful in the MVNO market.  These qualities include: (i) a loyal customer base; (ii) strong brand, (iii) high customer value proposition; (iv) simplified distribution system; (v) easy to understand offering; (vi) excellent MVNO relationships and network; (vii) a seamless experience and efficient execution; and (viii) outstanding content and applications.

GuruComm’s management team is highly experienced in the communication technology industry and this combined with Betterware management’s expertise and its commercial platform, provide for substantial growth potential in the future.

The business will be launched in four stages, described below:

  1. Distributors and associates will have the opportunity to purchase Betterware Connect products (internet and mobile plans).
  2. Distributors and associates will sell Betterware Connect products to consumers.
  3. Betterware Connect plans to launch new products that are connected to its network.
  4. Betterware Connect expects to introduce smart home products.

The MVNO Opportunity:
Currently, MVNOs in Mexico have an approximate 2% market share, which leaves ample room for Betterware Connect through its acquisition of 60% of GurúComm to disrupt this fast-growing industry, provide another source of income for its 1.3 million distributors and associates and add to its long-term revenue and EBITDA growth rates.

The Company notes that industry trends for MVNOs are highly favorable in Mexico, driven by government changes in the mobile network that began in March 2018.  Specifically, the Mexican government assisted to form Altán, a mobile network operator entirely focused on offering wholesale access to MVNOs.  Given Altán cannot participate in the retail market, MVNOs such as GurúComm, and now Betterware Connect are positioned to disrupt the market previously dominated by Telcel.

GuruComm’s is headed by Victor Trevino, a 30-year veteran in the telecommunications and IT industry.   Prior to joining GurúComm, Mr. Trevino was the founder of Ekonom, the first company authorized to provide value-added telecommunications services in Mexico.  He was also the founder of Ekomercio Electrónico, one of the top electronic invoice providers in Latin America, which was acquired by Grupo Sanford in 2016.  After founding Ekomercio, Mr. Trevino Founded Cierto Telecom, one the of the top mobile prepayment networks in North American and MVNO integrator.

Roger Alarcón is the Founder of GurúComm, the first MVNO established over Altán’s network in Mexico.  Mr. Alarcon has an extensive background in technology and is an innovation entrepreneur with more than 20-years of experience.  Prior to GurúComm, he was an investment manager at Telmex, where he launched Prodigy Mobile, Latin America’s first public Wi-Fi network. Mr. Alarcon was also the founder of BNN, one of the top digital agencies in Mexico, which was acquired by Grupo CIE in 2017.

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Clarivate Declares Dividend on Mandatory Convertible Preferred Shares

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LONDON, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Clarivate Plc (NYSE: CLVT; CLVT PR A) (“Clarivate”), a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $1.3125 per share on its 5.25% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Shares (the “Preferred Shares”), payable in cash on June 3, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 15, 2024.

On the mandatory conversion date, which is scheduled to occur on June 3, 2024, each Preferred Share will automatically and mandatorily convert into a number of ordinary shares of Clarivate (and cash in lieu of any fractional ordinary shares) based on the average volume weighted average price (“VWAP”) of Clarivate’s ordinary shares over a 30-trading day period that begins on, and includes, April 18, 2024 and is scheduled to end on, and include, May 30, 2024 (the “valuation period”). If such VWAP is (i) greater than $31.20, then the mandatory conversion rate will be 3.2052 ordinary shares of Clarivate per Preferred Share, (ii) less than or equal to $31.20 but equal to or greater than $26.00, then the mandatory conversion rate will be a number of ordinary shares of Clarivate per Preferred Share equal to $100.00 divided by such VWAP and (iii) less than $26.00, then the mandatory conversion rate will be 3.8462 ordinary shares of Clarivate per Preferred Share. The mandatory conversion rate will be announced following the end of the valuation period. The above description of the terms of the Preferred Shares is not complete and is subject to, and qualified in its entirety by reference to, the “Statement of Rights” for the Preferred Shares, which is filed as Exhibit 3.2 to Clarivate’s annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
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Clarivate™ is a leading global provider of transformative intelligence. We offer enriched data, insights & analytics, workflow solutions and expert services in the areas of Academia & Government, Intellectual Property and Life Sciences & Healthcare. For more information, please visit www.clarivate.com.
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CGTN: 3rd CMG Forum in Beijing discusses AI development

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BEIJING, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Focusing on the development of AI, the third CMG Forum was held on Monday in Beijing.

Li Shulei, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and the head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee, attended the opening of the event and delivered a speech.
Guests at the forum stressed the role of media in promoting the innovative application of AI as well as its governance.
Efforts should also be made to boost the development of AI in creating positive, healthy, diverse and high-quality content, so that AI can become a force for good and benefit mankind, they agreed.
They also called on media to accelerate intelligent transformation and help bridge international exchanges and cooperation on the governance of AI to facilitate its healthy, orderly and safe development.
Hosted by China Media Group (CMG), the forum attracted more than 200 participants from international organizations, media, think tanks and multinational companies.
“Innovation and breakthroughs in science and technology not only guide the development and progress of human civilization, but also bring uncertainty to the changing world,” said Shen Haixiong, vice minister of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee and president of CMG. He called for efforts to jointly create valuable and responsible artificial intelligence.
AI technology is affecting every aspect of our lives. Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), stated in a video speech that CMG has always been a partner of the IOC, bringing the charm of the Olympic Games to hundreds of millions of Chinese viewers. He said the IOC invites CMG to work together for the creation of a future with the application of AI in Olympic sports.
“From ancient inventions such as silk, printing and the compass to modern technological advances such as robotics, telecommunications and green technology, China has always been committed to innovation and creation,” said Daren Tang, director general of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). He said WIPO pays close attention to ensuring a balance between the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence and is committed to strengthening cooperation to ensure that artificial intelligence is properly used.
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Trianz Appoints Sridhar Kannan as Practice Leader – Digital, Elevating its Leadership in the Global Digital Transformation Space

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Digital transformation technology & services company Trianz is pleased to announce the appointment of Sridhar Kannan as Practice Leader – Digital. With over 25 years of extensive experience in technology and business leadership, Sridhar joins Trianz to lead the expansion of Trianz’s Digital Practice, forging strategic alliances and expanding the business footprint.

Sridhar’s appointment comes at a transformative phase for Trianz as it solidifies its commitment to redefining the digital landscape with an “IP Led” model. This strategic shift is powered by Trianz’s cutting-edge hyper-automated platforms, Concierto.Cloud, Extrica.AI, and Pulse, driving industry-leading transformations in cloud, data and analytics, AI, and the digital workplace. Sridhar’s visionary leadership in technology-led business transformations across diverse sectors will be instrumental in leveraging IP-led models and innovative methodologies to position Trianz at the forefront of digital transformation.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sridhar Kannan to the Trianz family,” said Seshi Vanguru, Chief Revenue Officer at Trianz. “His appointment marks a significant stride in Trianz’s journey toward innovation and excellence. Sridhar’s wealth of experience and exceptional leadership skills will elevate our Digital Practice to new heights, reaffirming our commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients.”
Sridhar is recognized as a client-focused technology and business transformation executive with a remarkable track record of helping Banking and Financial Services organizations in business transformation and product innovation using applications, cloud, data, and digital solutions. His extensive prior experience at industry giants such as Wipro, Cognizant, and Infosys include successfully leading Fortune 10 global client relationships and implementing transformative solutions across Banking, Financial Services, and Healthcare industries. Sridhar is highly regarded for his ability to lead global cross-functional teams, foster collaboration, and achieve aggressive business goals while consistently delivering high levels of client satisfaction.
“I am deeply honored to join Trianz and contribute to its mission of shaping the future through digital transformation,” said Sridhar. “Together, we will push the boundaries of what’s possible and drive meaningful impact for our clients in this rapidly evolving digital landscape.”
Based out of Minnesota, US, Sridhar has steered numerous clients towards success through the strategic application of Digital, Cloud, Product Engineering, Data, AI, and Application services, making him a seasoned strategist in today’s dynamic digital landscape. His appointment marks a significant milestone in Trianz’s journey to nurturing talent and delivering world-class solutions.
About Trianz
Trianz is a leading-edge technology platforms and services company that accelerates digital transformations at Fortune 100 and emerging companies worldwide in data & analytics, digital experiences, cloud infrastructure, and security. Our “IP Led Transformations” approach, informed by insights from a recent global study spanning 20+ industries and 5000+ companies, addresses challenges posed by the rapid pace of AI-driven transformation, digital talent scarcity, and economic uncertainty. Our IP and platforms, including Concierto, Extrica, and Pulse, revolutionize cloud adoption, data analytics, and AI insights, empowering organizations to navigate the complexities of digital transformation seamlessly.
Founded in California and with an organization of over 2,000 associates across the United States and India, Trianz is a Premier Partner of AWS, consistently rated #1 by clients for value delivery over the past five years. Trianz has been ranked as one of the best Consulting Firms by Forbes and has been certified as a Great Place to Work for three years in a row. To learn more about Trianz, email [email protected] or visit www.trianz.com.
Watch Trianz CEO Sri Manchala’s insightful interview with Bloomberg on Partner | Crossing The Digital Faultline & Leading Towards Transformative Success – YouTube and delve deeper into his book Crossing the Digital Faultline at Crossing the Digital Faultline | Trianz.
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