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Pentera has secured $150 million in Series C funding, led by K1 Investment Management, increasing its valuation to $1 billion. This substantial financing fuels over 6X revenue growth in 24 months and positions Pentera as a leader in Automated Security Validation with over 400 enterprise customers. The funds will enable the company to scale its operations, increasing its workforce from 150 to 300 employees by year-end 2022 in anticipation of an IPO.

Candle Media, led by Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs and backed by Blackstone, has acquired Faraway Road Productions, creators of the hit series FAUDA. The financial terms were not disclosed. Founded by Lior Raz and Avi Issacharoff, Faraway Road is recognized for delivering original, impactful content globally. Upcoming projects include a new season of FAUDA and a film directed by Antoine Fuqua. Mayer and Staggs emphasized their excitement in collaborating with Raz and Issacharoff to enhance Faraway Road's growth in the evolving media landscape.

Blackstone (NYSE: BX) has successfully completed its offering of $500 million in 2.550% senior notes due 2032 and $1.0 billion in 3.200% senior notes due 2052 through its subsidiary, Blackstone Holdings Finance Co. L.L.C. These notes are fully guaranteed by Blackstone and its indirect subsidiaries. The proceeds from this offering will be utilized for general corporate purposes. The notes were sold to qualified institutional buyers in the U.S. and internationally under Rule 144A and Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933.

Arctic Wolf has appointed Dan Schiappa as the new Chief Product Officer, bringing over 20 years of technology and security experience. The move comes amid a surge in demand for Arctic Wolf's Security Operations Platform in the enterprise sector. Schiappa has held leadership roles at prominent companies including Sophos, RSA Security, and Microsoft. He will oversee the innovative development of products and business strategies aimed at enhancing the company's offerings to address critical cybersecurity needs.

Schiappa's appointment is expected to strengthen Arctic Wolf's leadership capabilities during a period of significant growth.

Blackstone (NYSE: BX) has announced a significant $3 billion equity investment in Invenergy, the largest private renewable energy company in North America. This investment aims to accelerate Invenergy's clean energy initiatives and supports its ongoing projects that power around 8.5 million homes. Since 2019, Blackstone has committed nearly $13 billion towards investments aligned with energy transition. Both CDPQ and Invenergy management retain majority ownership, ensuring continued leadership in renewable energy development.

Candle Media has made a strategic minority investment in Westbrook Inc., the media company founded by Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith. Candle is co-led by Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs and is backed by investment capital from Blackstone. The partnership aims to empower artists and enhance storytelling across various platforms. Blackstone's investment approach focuses on creating long-term value, and Westbrook's success includes projects like the acclaimed film KING RICHARD and hit series like Cobra Kai. The financial terms of the investment remain undisclosed.

Blackstone (NYSE: BX) has announced the pricing of its offering of $500 million in 2.550% senior notes due 2032 and $1.0 billion in 3.200% senior notes due 2052. These notes will be guaranteed by Blackstone and its indirect subsidiaries. The proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes. The notes are offered to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and outside the U.S. under Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. Note that these securities have not been registered and cannot be sold in the U.S. without proper registration.

Blackstone's Byron R. Wien and Joe Zidle have released their 2022 Ten Surprises, marking 37 years of predictive insights. Key surprises include the S&P 500's stagnant performance amid rising earnings and interest rates, persistent inflation projected at 4.5%, and a 20% rise in gold prices due to market volatility. They anticipate a recovery in group events post-Omicron and a rise in the US Treasury yield to 2.75%. Additionally, they note challenges in the US green energy sector due to lithium supply constraints from China.

Blackstone (NYSE: BX) has announced plans to offer senior notes through its subsidiary, Blackstone Holdings Finance Co. L.L.C., subject to market conditions. The notes will be fully guaranteed by Blackstone Inc. and its indirect subsidiaries. Proceeds from the offering will be utilized for general corporate purposes. The notes are designated for qualified institutional buyers in the U.S. and will be issued under Rule 144A and Regulation S, with no prior registration under the Securities Act of 1933 required.