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  • Tuesday, 28 June, 2022
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  • Monday, 20 June, 2022
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  • Tuesday, 10 May, 2022
    TV production group Banijay to go public via Spac

    Deal backed by Bernard Arnault and Tikehau will create new player in European entertainment

  • Monday, 9 May, 2022
    Gay dating app Grindr to go public in Spac deal

    Transaction with Tiga Acquisition Corp values company at $2.1bn

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