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Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Events Industry Disruptors Matt Middleton and Anil D. Aggarwal Acquire ETF.com, Launching New Events-Driven Multimedia Platform
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Matt Middleton and Anil D. Aggarwal today announced the acquisition of a majority stake in from ETFS Capital, which will retain a minority interest. Middleton will assume the role of CEO, spearheading transformation into a vibrant multimedia platform focused on innovative events, high-impact networking, and engaging content that informs and connects investors, financial advisors, and industry professionals across the exchange-traded funds (ETF) space. Industry innovators Matt Middleton & Anil D. Aggarwal acquire to launch a platform featuring innovative events, impactful networking, and content that informs and connects investors, financial advisors, and industry professionals. Share Matt Middleton is the founder and CEO of Future Proof, the world's largest event brand focused on modernizing and advancing the wealth and investment management industry. Renowned for transforming how wealth management events are experienced, he also brings deep expertise in ETFs. His track record includes scaling Inside ETFs into a global franchise at Informa and launching Exchange ETF, which he sold after its successful inaugural edition as part of a private equity roll-up. Middleton will continue leading Future Proof while also driving the next chapter of evolution. Anil D. Aggarwal is widely recognized for founding and leading category-defining events as CEO—including the two largest US fintech events, Money20/20 and Fintech Meetup—generating over $500 million in enterprise value through multiple successful event exits over the past decade. His strategic insights and operational expertise will be instrumental in expanding community-driven approach. " has tremendous potential to become the premier destination for ETF education and community engagement," said Middleton. "We're bringing the creative, attendee-first approach that fueled Future Proof's success to creating compelling events and networking that will redefine the industry dialogue." Aggarwal added, "We see an incredible opportunity to create something truly unique and impactful in the ETF space. Our combined experience in building innovative events and immersive experiences positions us perfectly to deliver exceptional value and drive deep, industry-wide engagement." 'As the largest outside investor in Future Proof, we've enjoyed a close working relationship with Matt and Anil and have been consistently impressed by what they've built—not only with Future Proof, but throughout their careers,' said Martyn James, Managing Partner, ETFS Capital. 'Looking ahead to the future of and the evolving media landscape, we couldn't imagine a stronger team to lead the business into its next chapter.' Terms of the deal are not disclosed. Further details about upcoming event lineup and multimedia initiatives will be announced shortly. Stay informed at For more information, visit or follow its coverage on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
Agriland
01-08-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Carbery Teams Up with European Agency to Trial New Methane Reducing Tech
Carbery has teamed up with the European climate innovation agency, Climate KIC, to trial "next-generation methane-reducing technologies" on 10 additional dairy farms in west Co. Cork. The research project has secured financial backing of €700,000 and will see the 10 farms trial new technologies, such as a treatment for improving manure management and satellite technology to map biodiversity and expand the research which is already underway as part of the Farm Zero C initiative. The Carbery group, together with BiOrbic, are among the key partners in the Farm Zero C project which aims to "create a climate-neutral, economically-viable dairy farm". The working farm acts a "living lab" for not just researchers but also farmer and policy makers. It has already trialed a number of innovations including carbon sequestration, renewable energy, low-emission slurry spreading, feed additives, regenerative agriculture, and improved herd and nutrient management. According to Enda Buckley, director of sustainability for Carbery, Farm Zero C, demonstrates that cutting emissions and maintaining profitability "can go hand-in-hand". Buckley also believes that Carbery 's FutureProof sustainability bonus - where farmers are paid a premium to "implement certain sustainability initiatives" "on their farms - also provides firsthand proof of what works. He said the new trial will give the group the opportunity "to bring these practical solutions to more farmers, faster.' According to Carbery, the project with Climate KIC will prioritise 'ready now' innovations, to reduce methane emissions rapidly "while retaining profitability". These technologies will be selected by Carbery and participating farmers and will include the Galway-based, Glasport's Bio's Slurry Abate system which "reduces methane, hydrogen sulphide, ammonia and other gaseous emissions". The first year of the new Carbery, Climate KIC project will focus on trialling technologies, "building collaboration with the first 10 farmers", collecting baseline data, and developing viable financial and narrative models. In year two, the project will be scaled, and a second farmer cohort added. According to John O'Donoghue, who is participating in the new trial, farmers have already seen "what works on one farm, as part of Farm Zero C". "This project is about taking what has been tested on one farm, and bringing it to more of them. "We will see then what works practically and what will actually make a difference to the average farmer," he added. Separately, Carbery's Farm Zero C and Climate KIC's Deep Demonstration programmes are also looking at funding models and financial supports to make methane-reduction technologies more affordable for farmers.
Irish Examiner
09-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Cork dairy giant Carbery invests €700k in new research trial on farms
A fund of €700,000 has been secured to trial methane-reducing technologies on 10 additional dairy farms in West Cork as part of ingredients and food giant Carbery's Farm Zero C research project. The Farm Zero C initiative aims to create a blueprint for an economically viable, sustainable, and carbon neutral dairy farming model. Carbery is partnering with Climate KIC, a leading European climate innovation agency, to trial the new technologies on farms. The technologies will include a treatment for improving manure management and satellite technology to map biodiversity, and expanding the research underway as part of Farm Zero C. 'We've seen first-hand through Farm Zero C and through the outcomes of our FutureProof sustainability bonus (where farmers are paid a premium to implement certain sustainability initiatives on their farms), that cutting emissions and maintaining profitability can go hand in hand,' said Carbery director of sustainability Enda Buckley. 'This project gives us the opportunity to bring these practical solutions to more farmers, faster.' Methane from enteric fermentation and manure management accounts for over two-thirds of Ireland's agricultural emissions, and almost 20% of the country's overall greenhouse gas emissions. The initiative will prioritise 'ready now' innovations, to reduce methane emissions rapidly while retaining profitability. These technologies include Glasport Bio's Slurry Abate system. The wider Farm Zero C project is also looking at funding models and financial supports to make methane reduction technologies more affordable for farmers. Finance innovator and not-for profit Bankers without Boundaries will assist in exploring financial mechanisms like carbon payments, green loans, and cooperative incentive schemes. The first year of the programme announced this week will focus on trialling technologies, building collaboration with the 10 farmers, collecting baseline data, and developing viable financial and narrative models. In year two, these insights will be scaled, and a second farmer cohort onboarded. 'We have been seeing what works on one farm, as part of Farm Zero C. This project is about taking what has been tested on one farm and bringing it to more of them. We will see then what works practically and what will actually make a difference to the average farmer," said John O'Donoghue, one of the farmers who will be participating in this trial.
Scoop
02-07-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Waikato To Forge Ahead Despite Regional Deals Knockback
The Waikato will forge ahead with work to drive economic growth and housing in the region, despite missing out on funding and resources through the Government's regional deals scheme. The Government has announced memoranda of understanding have been signed with Auckland, Western Bay of Plenty and Otago Central Lakes regions. 'While it's disappointing the Waikato region has not received central government support for its Regional Deals proposal, it will not stop the work going ahead. It was already planned; collaboration with central government would have enabled it to happen quicker,' said Waikato Mayoral Forum Chair and Hauraki District Mayor, Toby Adams. 'Furthermore, we are immensely supportive of those who've been told they'll be receiving a regional deal, in particular Auckland and Western Bay of Plenty. With the Waikato region positioned in the heart of the golden triangle and central North Island, what's good for them is good for us,' he said. 'We remain interested in continuing discussions with central government and are optimistic that our proposal – demonstrating a cohesive and aligned package of investment in the region's economic growth – will be considered favourably for a future regional deal.' Waikato Regional Council Chair Pamela Storey agreed, saying the region's leaders would work together to maintain a strong and open relationship with the Government. 'As a region we have been able to present a united voice to central government and demonstrate that we are a powerhouse in Aotearoa New Zealand. 'Our communities should not lose heart. Regional Deals was one avenue available to us, but there are others and we will continue to advocate for collaboration with central government on behalf of the Waikato region,' she said. The Waikato region proposal lodged in February was developed by Waikato Regional Council under guidance from a Chief Executive Working Group and on behalf of the Waikato Mayoral Forum. The forum comprises the mayors and chair of the city, district and regional councils in the Waikato. The existing and planned projects in the proposal will bring a range of benefits for the Waikato region, such as well functioning urban developments, significant job growth and housing supply, improved resilience on key transport corridors, more resilient communities, efficient freight networks, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved tourist experiences, increased electricity generation, economic diversification and certainty of water supply. Key projects include, but are not limited to: network improvements to support the Roads of National Significance (RONS), including Hamilton Southern Links, Cambridge to Piarere expressway extension, and SH29 Tauriko West project support for the golden triangle road and rail investment programme delivery of the Future Proof priority development areas package, with a suite of initiatives including the Huntly wastewater plant, Ruakura, north Waipā/southern Hamilton, Hamilton central city,) support for our growing rural centres programme, for example in Paeroa, Putāruru, Thames-Coromandel, Matamata construction of resilient transport corridors for our rural communities through the Thames-Coromandel Resilience Programme, on SH3 to Taranaki and SH1 Taupō to Desert Road infrastructure that supports tourism destinations investment in our region's solar, wind and bioenergy water security. Regional Deals is the Government's initiative for establishing long-term agreements between central and local government. The programme unlocks funding and resource opportunities to support councils to make improvements in their region, for example to roads, infrastructure and the supply of quality housing.
Evening Standard
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
Massive Attack at LIDO Festival: 'a moment of unity and a call to action'
That's probably how it should be right now, yet after a thrillingly brutal Risingson - 3D and Daddy G still utter icons of cool - there's a solemnity to the occasion that stifles the thrills early on, Take It There and Future Proof merely holding the mood. Things shift upwards with The Cocteau Twins' Elizabeth Fraser joining them for Black Milk and then a spiraling version of Tim Buckley's Song to the Siren where her legendary voice startles even further, truly godlike as the world behind her crashes into rocks.
