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The Beatles' Apple Corps Names Tom Greene CEO
Apple Corps Ltd., the operating company that oversees creative and business interests of The Beatles, has tapped British executive Tom Greene as CEO, effective September 25. He will be only the third CEO in the history of the storied company launched in 1968 to manage The Beatles' intellectual property canon, administering the legendary band's recorded music catalog along with film, theatrical and book publishing rights and piloting award-winning projects over the years. The firm is currently collaborating on one of the most ambitious Beatles venture yet with Sony Pictures Entertainment and filmmaker Sam Mendes — four separate theatrical films, one on each of the member of the band. It's the first time Apple Corps and The Beatles – Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and the families of John Lennon and George Harrison – have granted full life story and music rights for a scripted film. More from Deadline Sony Unleashes Extended Footage Of '28 Years Later', Screens Scenes From Darren Aronofsky's Austin Butler-Starrer 'Caught Stealing' - CineEurope Breaking Baz @ Cannes: Harris Dickinson Shows Off John Lennon Mop Hairstyle At 'Eddington' Afterparty & Benicio Del Toro Reveals Why Robert De Niro Cut His Lines On Tony Scott's 'The Fan' Harris Dickinson On The Inspiration For Cannes Directing Debut 'Urchin' And Why Upcoming John Lennon Role Is His "Every Day Right Now" Greene previously ran Pottermore Publishing and Wizarding World Digital, a JV between Warner Bros and Pottermore, expanding the Harry Potter Fan Club to over 50 million members. He's currently COO of Blast, which works with big video game developers and publishers to grow their esports programs from offices in London, Copenhagen, Berlin, New York and Mumbai. He is on the board of Pottermore and will remain on the Blast board. He replaces Jeff Jones, who announced plans to step down as Apple Corps CEO last fall after 17 years in the role. 'We are thrilled to welcome Tom Greene as CEO. We have a lot of exciting plans and Tom's experience and vision make him the perfect person to join us in making it all happen,' said Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Olivia Harrison and Sean Ono Lennon in a statement. Said Greene: 'It is a huge honour to lead Apple Corps into this new phase of its history. Like so many people around the world, I grew up in a household obsessed with The Beatles and their music. At a time when the world might need more of The Beatles' spirit, there are so many new and innovative ways to bring their unique magic to all generations of fans. I cannot wait to get started.' Apple Corps' music initiatives include acclaimed Special Edition releases for several Beatles albums, including Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, The Beatles ('White Album'), Abbey Road, Let It Be, and Revolver. The Beatles' 2023 international hit single 'Now And Then' reached Number One in the UK singles charts and garnered the band's latest Grammy win and a BRIT Award nomination. In film and documentary, Peter Jackson's 2021 Get Back redefined modern music documentary and longform storytelling, sweeping the Emmys' documentary categories with five awards. Last year, Apple Corps and Disney+ released David Tedeschi and Martin Scorsese's new Beatles '64 documentary and a lovingly restored version of Michael Lindsay-Hogg's Let It Be. Sony's four-film Beatles cinematic event is set for release in April of 2028 through Sony Pictures Entertainment and Mendes' Neal Street Productions. At an appearance at CinemaCon in March, Sony Motion Pictures boss Tom Rothman and Mendes called the biopic cycle 'the first 'bingeable moment in cinema.' Written by Jez Butterworth, Jack Thorne and Peter Straughan, the films stars Harris Dickinson (John Lennon), Barry Keoghan (Ringo Starr), Paul Mescal (Paul McCartney) and Joseph Quinn (George Harrison). The Beatles – Washington DC – Coliseum – Apple Corps Ltd Best of Deadline 'Poker Face' Season 2 Guest Stars: From Katie Holmes To Simon Hellberg Everything We Know About 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery
Business Wire
18-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Micropep and Corteva Announce Multi-Year Research Collaboration to Advance Sustainable Biocontrol Solutions
DURHAM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Micropep Technologies, a global leader in micropeptide technology for sustainable crop protection, in partnership with Corteva, Inc., today announced a multi-year research and development collaboration through its Corteva Catalyst platform to co-develop next-generation peptide-based biocontrol solutions. Big news in sustainable ag: Micropep & Corteva are teaming up to develop next-gen biofungicides using AI-discovered peptides. A major leap for biocontrol innovation. Share Corteva, a global agriculture technology company, will conduct joint research with Micropep scientists, potentially leading to product development in the future. As part of the agreement, Corteva, which invested in Micropep through its Corteva Catalyst platform in 2024, will hold, on a defined peptide library, exclusive rights to apply these peptides globally across biocontrol and biofungicide applications. This strategic agreement represents the first major industry validation of Micropep's proprietary Krisalix™ discovery platform, which uses advanced algorithms and high-throughput bioassays to rapidly discover new bioactive peptides to develop efficient and environmentally friendly crop protection solutions. Micropep's small peptides represent entirely new modes of action: they have excellent safety profiles, strong field efficacy, and help overcome resistance issues. By harnessing these novel micropeptides, the companies aim to develop affordable and sustainable tools that complement existing crop protection solutions, providing growers with additional options to manage crop diseases. Krisalix™ provides a platform approach capable of generating multiple end applications with different modes of action while supporting a scalable, cost-effective production model. 'This agreement with Corteva is a pivotal milestone in Micropep's journey,' said Mikael Courbot, CTO of Micropep. 'It marks a new chapter in our mission to bring forward scalable, science-driven biological solutions for crop protection. By combining Micropep's innovation engine with Corteva's global experience, we believe our research will only grow stronger, and the results will ultimately benefit growers, the environment, and the future of agriculture.' 'Partnering with Micropep allows us to advance sustainable agriculture in new ways by strategically leveraging our own R&D capabilities. Their innovative peptide technology complements our leading biologicals solutions and offers new ways to protect crops. By collaborating, we can accelerate the delivery of eco-friendly solutions that meet growers' needs while promoting environmental stewardship,' said Tom Greene, senior director at Corteva and global leader for Corteva Catalyst. About Micropep Technologies Micropep Technologies, with operations in the US and France, is a global leader in breakthrough micropeptide technology. The company has developed a proprietary AI-powered discovery platform for micropeptides, which are short protein molecules naturally produced by plant cells and have an infinite number of applications. Micropep is building the next generation of natural solutions addressing global challenges in multiple markets, with a key focus on agriculture. For more information about Micropep, please go to About Corteva Corteva, Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) is a global pure-play agriculture company that combines industry-leading innovation, high-touch customer engagement and operational execution to profitably deliver solutions for the world's most pressing agriculture challenges. Corteva generates advantaged market preference through its unique distribution strategy, together with its balanced and globally diverse mix of seed, crop protection, and digital products and services. With some of the most recognized brands in agriculture and a technology pipeline well positioned to drive growth, the Company is committed to maximizing productivity for farmers, while working with stakeholders throughout the food system as it fulfills its promise to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. More information can be found at
