Transformation

Astek Expands Spanish Presence with Acquisition of Digital Transformation Leader Quantion, Boosting Expertise in AI and Cloud Services

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Barcelona, Spain — Astek, a global engineering and technology consulting firm, has announced its acquisition of Quantion, a digital transformation company established in 2015 and based in Barcelona. This strategic move aims to enhance Astek’s presence in the Spanish market. With this acquisition, Astek expands its workforce in Spain to 500 professionals and identifies Barcelona as one of its key Global Delivery Centers. Quantion adds more than 150 specialists in areas including customer experience, data and artificial intelligence, and cloud infrastructure. The deal also broadens Astek’s involvement in the travel and aviation sectors. This acquisition … Read more

Vietnam’s National Assembly Unleashes Innovation: Five Groundbreaking Laws to Propel Digital and Industrial Transformation

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HANOI, Vietnam — Vietnam’s National Assembly has passed five significant laws aimed at bolstering the country’s science, technology, and innovation sectors. This legislative move is a key step toward promoting digital transformation, industrial growth, and sustainable development within the nation. The new legislative framework includes the Law on Science, Technology, and Innovation; the Law on Digital Technology Industry; amendments to the Law on Product and Goods Quality; revisions to the Law on Standards and Technical Regulations; and an updated Law on Atomic Energy. Each of these laws has been developed with contributions from the Ministry … Read more

Youngstown Clinches Ownership of Chill-Can Site, Eyes Transformation into Industrial Park after Long Legal Battle

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YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — After years of legal battles, the city of Youngstown has successfully acquired the former Chill-Can site on the lower East Side. A judge approved the transfer of ownership following a sheriff’s sale held on February 18, where the city purchased the 21-acre property for $1,379,580, a price that represents two-thirds of its assessed value. Jason Small, a senior assistant city law director, confirmed the ruling, stating, “It’s a done deal.” He noted that the city would address additional fees this week related to the property. The acquisition marks a significant milestone for … Read more

Revamp Roadblock: JCPenney Sues to Halt Steeplegate Mall’s Transformation into Residential and Retail Haven

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Concord, NH — JCPenney, a longstanding tenant at Steeplegate Mall, has initiated legal action against Onyx Partners, the mall’s owner. The lawsuit arises from Onyx Partners’ controversial plan to demolish a significant portion of the shopping center to make way for a large residential and commercial complex featuring potentially 600 apartments and businesses, possibly including names like Costco or Whole Foods. The department store chain, which has occupied space in the mall since its inception, contests that the extensive construction will breach its lease agreements by causing undue disturbance. These agreements are set to last … Read more