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iMini AI Integrates Kling 2.5 Turbo and Wan 2.6 for Advanced Video Creation
iMini AI, a leading AI content platform, expanded global capabilities by integrating Kling 2.5 Turbo and Wan 2.6 on December 26, 2025. This enhances next-gen AI video creation for users worldwide. The announcement targets culture, media, and advertising sectors.
Netflix Proposes $82.7B Acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery Assets
Netflix's bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming businesses, valued at $82.7B, could reshape Hollywood by merging distribution scale with iconic franchises. Regulatory clearance remains pending.
This highlights media consolidation trends.
Google Acquires Wiz for $32B in Major Cloud Security Deal
Alphabet's $32B purchase of cloud security firm Wiz strengthens its cybersecurity against AWS and Azure rivals. It ranks among 2025's largest tech deals amid AI growth.
The move bolsters enterprise defenses.
IBM Buys Confluent for $11B to Boost AI Data Strategy
IBM's $11B acquisition of Confluent targets real-time data and hybrid cloud for AI transformation. It emphasizes control over data pipelines as a competitive edge.
This reflects enterprise software consolidation.
Global M&A Volume Hits Near-Record $4.5 Trillion in 2025
Global mergers reached $4.5T, up 50% from 2024, driven by 68 megadeals over $10B. Cash-heavy transactions dominated, masking smaller deal declines.
Tech and infrastructure led the surge.
Paramount's $108.4B Hostile Bid for Warner Bros. Sparks Bidding War
Paramount raised its hostile bid to $108.4B for Warner Bros., topping Netflix's $72B offer amid shareholder pushback. Harris Oakmark deemed it insufficient, seeking better terms.
This tops 2025 megadeals list.
Fifth Third Bank Merges with Comerica in $10.9B Deal
Fifth Third's $10.9B all-stock acquisition of Comerica creates a U.S. banking powerhouse for geographic expansion. It leads 2025 bank M&A rebound.
Focuses on high-growth states.
Global Payments Acquires Worldpay for $24.25B in Fintech Megadeal
Global Payments' $24.25B purchase of Worldpay bets on merchant payments as finance's core engine. Tops 2025 fintech M&A at $54.5B total value.
Redraws banking and payments boundaries.
Loar Holdings Completes Acquisition of LMB Fans & Motors
Loar Holdings finalized its purchase of LMB Fans & Motors on December 26, 2025, pursuing further aerospace deals. Risks include integration challenges noted in SEC filings.
Supports expansion strategy.
Constellation Energy Acquires Calpine for $16.4B in Power Sector Deal
Constellation's $16.4B buy of Calpine forms a top U.S. diversified power producer. Ties into AI-driven energy needs.
Energy infrastructure saw major 2025 activity.
HSBC Gains Full Ownership of Hang Seng Bank for $13.6B
HSBC's $13.6B deal secures complete control of Hang Seng, enhancing Asia-Pacific operations. Part of aggressive regional fintech consolidation.
Tightens governance amid growth.
CyberArk Sold to Palo Alto Networks in $25B Boston Tech Deal
Boston tech M&A reached $40B, led by CyberArk's $25B sale to Palo Alto Networks. Aspen Tech's $7.2B deal followed.
Highlights cybersecurity and software trends.