News Summary:
On June 24, 2026, Bertelsmann Stiftung supported the "Hinterland of Things" technology conference in Bielefeld, an event launched by the Founders Foundation that gathers representatives from the start-up and technology sectors, international investors, and decision-makers. Previously, on June 23, Bertelsmann India Investments (BII) participated in "Bharat Innovates 2026," marking the first time India's flagship deep-tech showcase took place outside the country, held at the Palais des Expositions in Nice, France, and inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron. Earlier, on June 19, RTL Deutschland announced comprehensive coverage for the Special Olympics National Games Saarland 2026 across TV, streaming, digital, and social media formats, for Germany's largest inclusive multisport event. This follows news from June 18 that Australia’s competition watchdog, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC), is reviewing a plan by Bertelsmann and Axton Holdings to merge their music businesses, BMG and Concord, by establishing a new joint holding company, New MusicCo, to combine their recording and publishing operations.