Acquisition stories - Page 50

M&A activity in Q4-2023 witnessed a record low due to factors like inflation and geopolitical instability, making deal numbers slide 27% globally.

Australian ed-tech startup Getmee secures funding led by Access Capital Ventures to facilitate its AI-supported English coaching platform's expansion.

Indosat and BDx Indonesia intensify partnership for digital evolution with the procurement of a portfolio of carrier-neutral colocation and edge sites across key Indonesian cities.

Zendesk enhances its customer experience (CX) solutions by acquiring AI firm Klaus, aiming to optimise agent performance and increase customer interaction quality.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has agreed to acquire AI-native networks leader Juniper Networks for $14bn, a move set to double HPE's networking business and strengthen its edge-to-cloud strategy.

Security firm Delinea acquires key cloud-based identity threat detection player Authomize, aiming to bolster its Privileged Access Management solutions and improve defences against identity-based attacks.

CommScope concludes divestiture of its Home Networks Business to Vantiva, gaining a 25% stake and potential $100m earn-out, set to minimally affect 2024 EBITDA outlook.

Calabrio acquires AI and virtual agent performance solutions firm, Wysdom, aimed at optimising their customer service with enhanced AI and machine learning.

Virtualstock urges retail companies to use strategic M&A activities to bolster their supply chains, in light of rising volatility.

Alienware has launched the Pro Wireless Mouse and Keyboard, its first peripherals aimed at competitive gaming, which debuted at CES 2024 and was inspired by professional esports athletes.

Gamma Communications cements its leadership in Europe's communication services by acquiring EnableX Group, integrating further value into their UCaaS space and bolstering partner growth opportunities.

Hitachi Payment Services bolsters its position in India's payments industry with the acquisition of Writer Corporation’s Cash Management Business, now rebranded as Hitachi Cash Management Services.

SonicWall has expanded its cloud security capabilities with the takeover of Banyan Security, known for its innovative Security Service Edge solutions.

RELEX Solutions bolsters its supply chain optimisation capabilities by acquiring Optimity, offering a unified platform for production and distribution planning.

Satellite Internet of Things technology is emerging as a key tool in global environmental sustainability initiatives, according to Ground Control.

AI-led security firm SentinelOne reveals plan to acquire cloud protection provider PingSafe, aiming to redefine cloud safety by integrating advanced AI and CNAPP capabilities.

Accenture set to strengthen marketing transformation capabilities by acquiring Singapore's Jixie, a tech firm primarily focused on Indonesian clientele.

Palo Alto Networks bolsters security for managed and unmanaged appliances with the acquisition of enterprise browser innovator, Talon Cyber Security.

After an 18% decline in 2023, Canalys predicts Mainland China's PC market will recover with a 4% rise by 2024, backed by IT investments from corporates.

Identity security giant, Okta, gears up to acquire 2022-born Spera Security, set to boost its identity threat detection capabilities and enrich its customer base with advanced technology.