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Telefonica open to Merger, Acquisition and Network sharing deals in Mexico
Spanish telecom group, Telefonica, announced on Thursday that it was open to talks about mergers, acquisitions and deals to share its networks in Mexico in order to streamline its operations.
Boku acquires Quebecell, Opening Middle East and Asian Markets
SF-based mobile payment and carrier billing provider, Boku, acquires India's largest carrier Billing company, Quebecell. Providing them with a centralized hub in penetrating Middle East and Asian markets.
Hilton to increase IPO size to $2.25 billion -source
Hotel operator Hilton Worldwide Inc, owned by private equity firm Blackstone Group LP, will increase the size of its initial public offering to about $2.25 billion, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Blackstone taps Nielsen CEO Calhoun to help run its companies
Blackstone Group LP said Thursday it had hired David Calhoun, chief executive of television ratings company Nielsen Holdings NV, to work with the bosses of the private equity firm's companies in order to deliver more value.