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Google Announces $2.1B Deal For Fitbit Acquisition
Partnerships / Acquisitions // November 01, 2019

Google has reached a definitive agreement to acquire wearables brand Fitbit, Google said in a press release on Friday (Nov. 1). Google is paying $7.35 per share in cash for Fitbit, valuing the company at about $2.1 billion, various news outlets reported. “Over the years,...

Fitness Tech Startup Zenrez In $6M Series A
Retail // March 03, 2017

Technology startup Zenrez provides yield management and pricing software tools for classes in fitness studios — a fast-growing segment of the health and fitness industry. According to Zenrez, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association recently reported that a majority of the 2,300 new exercise...

Interviews & Exclusives
Solidcore Says Subscriptions Take Over Wellness Industry as Consumers Seek Convenience 

January 22, 2024
As consumers increasingly expect seamless convenience across all their daily routines, health and wellness services are increasingly relying on subscription models. In an interview with PYMNTS, Shane McCarthy, senior vice president of digital and marketing at strength training company Solidcore, noted that the wellness industry is shifting toward subscription models as consumers look for convenient, predictable […]

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Google Announces $2.1B Deal For Fitbit Acquisition

November 01, 2019
Google has reached a definitive agreement to acquire wearables brand Fitbit, Google said in a press release on Friday (Nov. 1). Google is paying $7.35 per share in cash for Fitbit, valuing the company at about $2.1 billion, various news outlets reported. “Over the years, Google has made progress with partners in this space with […]

Fitness Tech Startup Zenrez In $6M Series A

March 03, 2017
Technology startup Zenrez provides yield management and pricing software tools for classes in fitness studios — a fast-growing segment of the health and fitness industry. According to Zenrez, the International...