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Ageras gets ‘7th gear’ with acquisition of Storebuddy

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COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With the acquisition of Danish payment reconciliation software Storebuddy, accounting platform Ageras rolls-up its seventh company -preceded by its 2024 acquisition of business banking provider Shine from Société Générale- to complement its service offering and enhance its position as a leading accounting platform for SMEs in Europe.

Ageras, a leading fintech platform for accounting, admin and banking software for small businesses in Europe, has completed the full acquisition of Storebuddy; an integration software specialised in automating accounting processes for online stores. With the undisclosed transaction, which follows Ageras’ 2024 acquisition of French business banking provider Shine from Société Générale, the Danish-founded accounting platform thus adds a  “7th gear” to its business software suite, to further enhance its position as a preferred accounting platform for small businesses in Europe, as well as expand its reach within the e-commerce sector:

“I have known the founders of Storebuddy for 7-8 years and they have built an amazing niche product that can make Ageras’ service-offering best-in-class for businesses that accept digital payments. It truly is a magnificent ‘7th gear’ that we now integrate with the Ageras platform where we expect Storebuddy to grow significantly both at home and abroad due to our roll-up and European roll-out”, says Martin Hegelund

Supports approach on European e-commerce

The acquisition of Storebuddy is the Danish fintech platform’s latest step in a broader strategy to expand its reach into digital payments, such as the e-commerce segment. And as the European e-commerce industry continues to expand, so does the complexity of the related accounting and reporting requirements for online store owners, creating an increasing demand for specialised tools that simplify administration – which is exactly what Storebuddy represents, according to its founders:

“Since day one, our goal with Storebuddy has been to make the accounting for online store owners easier. Joining forces with Ageras allows us to take that ambition to the next level, scaling our solution beyond Denmark and reaching even more entrepreneurs. For our customers, this will be business as usual, as Storebuddy will continue to operate with the same commitment: To make accounting easy and simple. The only difference is that being part of Ageras will allow us to develop the product even further and expand into new markets”, says Lasse Juhl Kirk, co-founder of Storebuddy.

A hand-in-glove fit with Ageras

Storebuddy was founded in 2014 in Denmark and is today a SaaS product preferred by the likes of Nordgreen and Watery to automate accounting and reconciliation of orders, online payments, payouts and fees as well as preparing one-stop-shop VAT reporting, which is often considered a hassle for e-commerce business owners and bookkeepers alike. In essence, Storebuddy is making the lives of countless Danish online store owners and “e-tailers” easier, and with the acquisition by Ageras, that “hassle-free” experience will soon be underway to Ageras’ other European markets where the fintech accounting platform foresees huge customer demand:

“At Ageras, we want to lighten the mental load of entrepreneurs and small business owners so they can focus on what truly matters i.e. growing their business. Storebuddy fits hand-in-glove with that ambition and mission as their innovative software has already proven how to make life easier for Danish online store owners by automating time-heavy accounting tasks. Bringing Storebuddy into the Ageras family will not only help grow the product under our wings, but also expand Ageras’ ability to service the e-commerce sector significantly”, says Martin Hegelund, co-founder of Ageras.

About Ageras  

Ageras was founded in 2012 by serial entrepreneurs Rico Andersen and Martin Hegelund, who together have over 30 years of experience building internet businesses. Ageras’ vision is to create success for small businesses by simplifying their administration. By integrating its solutions into a single platform for invoicing, accounting, payroll, banking and financing, it enables business owners to focus on running their business. The company’s investors include Investcorp, Rabo Frontier Ventures (Rabobank) and Lugard Road Capital (Luxor Capital), Folketrygdfondet and Lazard. For more information, please visit www.ageras.com 

About Storebuddy

Storebuddy is an accounting integration software founded in 2014 by engineers with e-commerce experience, including CEO Lasse Juhl Kirk. Created to simplify reconciliation and liquidity management, it helps online merchants save time with automated accounting and payment reconciliation. A Top 20 finalist for E-handelsprisen i.e. the “Best B2B category” for two years, Storebuddy plays a key role in Danish online trade. Now part of Ageras, it aims to expand its solutions across Europe. For more information, please visit https://storebuddy.io/ 

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SolRiver Announces the Start of Construction on its Longleaf Solar Project in Davie County, North Carolina

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The project marks SolRiver’s 12th project in the Carolinas

ADVANCE, N.C., March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SolRiver Capital, a Denver-based renewable energy investment firm, announced the start of onsite construction at its 7 MW Longleaf Solar Project in Davie County, North Carolina. SolRiver acquired the project as a development asset, finished the remaining development work, and brought the project to Notice to Proceed (NTP). The project will be owned and operated as part of the company’s larger Carolinas portfolio.

Riley Sullivan, Executive Vice President at SolRiver Capital, commented, “When we purchased the Longleaf project, it wasn’t quite ready to build yet. Fortunately, we have a good playbook for wrapping up development and getting projects built.”

Once finished, SolRiver will have brought a dozen solar projects online in the Carolinas, totaling approximately 100 MW of generating capacity. Longleaf Solar is expected to become operational in Q2 2025. The company is also building the Williams project, a 6 MW installation expected to come online around the same time as Longleaf.

Brandon Conard, Managing Partner at SolRiver Capital, stated, “We’ve been active in this market since 2019 and are happy to add more assets to the mix in North and South Carolina.”

The project is utilizing safe-harbor panels purchased and delivered in 2023. Eligible for safe harbor, these panels were stored in a North Carolina warehouse and have been deployed on this project as well as several other projects built over the past two years. Panel deliveries were recently completed at the Longleaf site. “This approach helped us stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.” added Brandon Conard.

About SolRiver Capital:
SolRiver Capital (https://solrivercapital.com/) is a leading renewable energy investment firm dedicated to financing the development, construction, and acquisition of projects across the U.S. Founded in 2016, SolRiver currently manages over 1.5 GW of projects across multiple markets and technologies. With a focus on forging strong partnerships and delivering innovative solutions, SolRiver Capital invests in projects that advance sustainability and foster economic growth.

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Versus Sports Simulator Expands Coverage to Include Women’s D1 College Basketball and Men’s D2/D3 College Basketball

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Versus Sports Simulator expands its coverage to include Women’s NCAA D1 College Basketball and Men’s NCAA D2/D3 College Basketball, offering fans comprehensive rankings and data insights across additional divisions. This expansion further solidifies the platform’s position as a leading resource for sports analysis.

RICHMOND, Va., March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Versus Sports Simulator, a trusted resource for sports rankings and data analysis for over 15 years, is proud to announce the expansion of its college basketball coverage. In addition to its long-standing coverage of Men’s NCAA Division I College Basketball, the platform now offers comprehensive rankings and data insights for Women’s D1 College Basketball as well as Men’s D2 and D3 College Basketball.

Expanding our coverage to include additional college basketball divisions felt like the natural next step, and we are extremely excited to contribute our unique data insights into this space.

Founder Steve Pugh shared his excitement about the expansion: “For 15 years, fans of the game have enjoyed our College Basketball rankings and insights, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Our product has earned respect and appreciation from sports enthusiasts nationwide. Expanding our coverage to include additional college basketball divisions felt like the natural next step, and we are extremely excited to contribute our unique data insights into this space.”

The Versus Sports Simulator platform empowers sports fans, analysts, and bracket enthusiasts with proprietary mathematical models that generate precise predictions and valuable insights. Users can explore comprehensive team rankings, customize game simulations, and analyze side-by-side matchups for more than a dozen sports.

With March Madness Selection Sunday fast approaching on March 16, fans can use the Versus Sports Simulator to make informed decisions when filling out their NCAA Tournament brackets. The platform’s advanced data models provide valuable insights for identifying potential upsets, sleeper teams, and tournament favorites.

“As someone who’s personally used the Versus Sports Simulator to win my own tournament pool four of the past five years, I can confidently say — it works!” said Pugh. “I wouldn’t suggest blindly following every prediction when filling out your bracket, though. I use the tool to help me identify matchups that deserve a closer look, and then I do my homework only on those matchups. I find that it speeds up the process tremendously and helps me identify the most probable Final Four teams. And Versus Sports Simulator provides a unique blend of statistical team data that I find to be much more insightful than focusing only on player stats.”

In addition to helping fans with their brackets, Versus Sports Simulator is also available to provide daily or weekly Top 25 rankings for Men’s D1/D2/D3 and Women’s D1 basketball to interested media outlets. For journalists or publications looking to feature weekly rankings in their coverage, please reach out directly.

Explore the new rankings here:

NCAA D1 Women’s College Basketball RankingsNCAA D2 Men’s College Basketball RankingsNCAA D3 Men’s College Basketball Rankings

For additional information or media inquiries, visit VersusSportsSimulator.com or contact Steve Pugh directly.

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Adapting to AI Regulations: Risk-Based Compliance Strategy From Info-Tech Research Group

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Info-Tech Research Group unveils a comprehensive four-step blueprint to help IT leaders navigate the growing complexity of AI compliance. The risk-based approach outlined in the resource provides IT leaders with crucial insights to mitigate legal exposure, stay ahead of tightening global regulations, and address emerging ethical challenges in the AI landscape.

TORONTO, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, bringing both opportunities and regulatory challenges for organizations worldwide. Recent developments, such as Spain’s new law imposing fines on unlabeled AI-generated content and legal action against Meta in France over AI training data, highlight the growing scrutiny surrounding AI compliance. Global research and advisory firm Info-Tech Research Group has a newly published resource, Develop an AI Compliance Strategy that provides organizations with a structured and risk-based approach to navigating these challenges. By following the framework outlined in this research, IT leaders can balance innovation with accountability, strengthen customer trust, and ensure long-term success.

“AI technologies are rapidly advancing, and complex regulations are emerging constantly to keep pace. Different jurisdictions have their own AI regulations, leading to a patchwork of rules that organizations must navigate,” says Safayat Moahamad, research director at Info-Tech Research Group. “While there is a growing need for AI solutions to address various business challenges, organizations must be cognizant of the obligations they may be subject to.”

Info-Tech’s insights in its Develop an AI Compliance Strategy resource explores the challenges and opportunities organizations face with the rapid rise of AI. The firm’s researchers highlight that AI applications rely on extensive data processing, making data privacy and security key concerns. As organizations work to address these challenges, establishing a clear and effective AI compliance strategy becomes essential. This process requires careful planning and prioritization to ensure compliance efforts are both comprehensive and manageable. Info-Tech advises that adopting a risk-based approach aligned with global standards allows organizations to focus on critical activities and navigate regulatory requirements with confidence.

“Business leaders have a responsibility to understand which local, national, and industry-specific regulations and standards for AI apply to their organization,” explains Moahamad. “They must identify AI systems, applications, and related vendors used within the organization.”

Info-Tech has outlined a four-step approach to help organizations proactively anticipate and address AI regulatory requirements. As AI continues to present significant opportunities for innovation and efficiency, the firm explains in its blueprint that it is crucial for organizations to balance these advantages with the challenges of compliance, transparency, and trust.

The four-step approach for IT leaders navigating AI regulatory requirements includes:

Identify AI systems and applications: Gain visibility by identifying current and planned AI solutions and develop a comprehensive portfolio of AI investments.Define controls necessary to govern the AI system: Establish controls that align with regulatory obligations and best practices to assess compliance with a responsible AI framework.Implement tasks and actions to mitigate risks: Prioritize initiatives to create a roadmap for achieving compliance, ensuring stakeholders are aligned on implementing necessary controls within established timelines.Monitor the effectiveness of the compliance program: Define metrics to track progress, periodically reviewing metrics and communicating updates to stakeholders.

By following the structured approach detailed in the blueprint, organizations can streamline the complex process of managing AI compliance. Info-Tech’s data-backed research advocates for a risk-based strategy aligned with international standards, enabling organizations to focus on critical tasks while addressing data privacy, security concerns, and regulatory obligations. This comprehensive strategy fosters responsible AI development to help IT leaders minimize legal and reputational risks and drive long-term success.

For exclusive and timely commentary from Safayat Moahamad, an expert in global privacy and cybersecurity trends, and access to the complete Develop an AI Compliance Strategy blueprint, please contact pr@infotech.com.

About Info-Tech Research Group
Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s divisions, visit McLean & Company for HR research and advisory services and SoftwareReviews for software buying insights.

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com.

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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