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• Avalara Files for IPO.

Around the web

• Akamai Technologies teams with Salesforce to launch the Akamai Connector for Salesforce Commerce Cloud, enabling enterprises to provide personalized experiences for shoppers.

• TransferWise now available in Argentina.

• Xero launches in Canada.

• Summit Equities selects HiddenLevers for inclusion in next-gen technology platform for advisors.

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