Announcement
Dan Ives, a well‑known technology analyst with more than 25 years of experience covering tech stocks, announced that he is leaving Wedbush Securities after eight years of service to create a new merchant bank focused on artificial‑intelligence‑driven opportunities. The venture will be described as a “modern merchant bank” that integrates proprietary research, strategic advisory, capital‑raising and direct investment activities under a single roof.
New Merchant Bank Details
The forthcoming firm will offer proprietary research and strategic advisory services, raise capital for clients, and make direct investments across three primary sectors: technology, energy and financials. Ives indicated that the bank will recruit talent from across Wall Street to position itself at the centre of the AI‑driven transformation reshaping industries. While the firm’s name has not been disclosed, it is slated for a formal public announcement in the coming weeks.
Dan Ives Background
During his tenure at Wedbush, Ives spent eight years at the firm and accumulated over a quarter‑century of experience covering technology equities. He remains bullish on AI beneficiaries and is known for energetic television appearances. In addition to his financial work, Ives launched his own clothing line in the previous year.
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