Acquisition stories - Page 134
Gartner highlights importance of master data management
Mon, 29th Jul 2019
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mdm
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
Gartner's 2018 report spotlights the shifting dynamics in master data management, favouring innovative smaller vendors over larger ones.
VMware to acquire Uhana, an AI-based network automation startup
Mon, 29th Jul 2019
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virtualisation
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it automation
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cloud services
Uhana is a startup company that uses deep learning and real-time artificial intelligence to automate network operations and enhance the application experience.
Sony introduces high-resolution Alpha 7R IV camera
Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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sony
The new Alpha 7R IV features a newly developed 35mm full-frame, back-illuminated CMOS image sensor with a resolution of 61.0 MP.
Two Dutch data centers on track for merger
Tue, 23rd Jul 2019
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hyperscale
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colocation
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m&a
The Datacenter Group and NLDC Datacenters are about to be amalgamated under a single brand, after new owner DWS decided to merge the two companies.
8x8 opens ANZ support centre, expands through acquisition
Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
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uc
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cloud services
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contact centre
8x8 has APAC in its sights as it opens a Sydney support centre for ANZ and acquires a Singaporean Comms-Platform-aaS provider.
Data, data everywhere - how to use the most valuable bits
Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
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data analytics
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data science
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martech
Navigating the deluge of data is daunting, but with the right strategy and tools, organisations can unlock valuable insights and drive innovation.
Gartner deems Juniper Networks a leader in data center networking
Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
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multi-cloud
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Gartner names Juniper Networks, Cisco, and Arista Networks as the top three leaders in data centre networking in its latest Magic Quadrant report.
VMware to acquire Bitfusion
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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virtualisation
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it automation
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vmware
VMware is set to acquire Bitfusion, enhancing AI and ML workload management by virtualising hardware accelerators for better resource sharing and reduced costs.
Blue Prism acquires Thoughtonomy, develops new SaaS offering
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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saas
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uc
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martech
Blue Prism acquires Thoughtonomy to bolster automation and cloud offerings, aiming to transform enterprise productivity.
Google buys enterprise cloud file storage firm Elastifile
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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storage
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Google boosts its cloud file storage with the acquisition of Elastifile, promising enhanced support for enterprise digital transformation by late 2019.
Druva acquires hybrid cloud data protection firm
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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cybersecurity
Druva has acquired hybrid cloud data protection firm CloudLanes to enhance its edge-to-cloud capabilities, making data more accessible and secure.
Relationship Unlimited strengthens SaaS offerings with partnership
Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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saas
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partner programmes
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subscriptions
The partnership with Chargebee will allow Relationship Unlimited to strengthen its offering to clients in the subscription economy.
Microsoft backs down on proposed partner benefit cuts
Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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partner programmes
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microsoft
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microsoft office 365
Facing backlash from its partner network, Microsoft reverses its decision to cut internal use rights and other partner benefits initially planned for July 2020.
Pure Storage launches dedicated distributor programme in APJ
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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converged infrastructure
The new programme adds a strategic layer of support and enablement for distributors to drive growth, add scale and extend reach into new markets.
Lonely Planet partners with Acquia to enhance the travel experience
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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travel apps
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traveltech
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partners
Lonely Planet partners with Acquia to enhance its digital platforms, providing users with a seamless and personalised travel experience.
Spirit eyes MSP market with $2.3 million acquisition
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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uc
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partner programmes
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healthtech
Telecommunications firm Spirit has acquired Bigscreensound, trading as Arinda IT, for USD $2.6 million, targeting growth in the managed service provider sector.
Changes to Aruba's South Pacific line up
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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hpe
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channel ecosystem
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hpe aruba networking
Patrick Devlin steps up as Aruba's new South Pacific Director, steering its growth in Australia and New Zealand, succeeding Anthony Smith.
ComCom grants clearance for Infratil to acquire shares in Vodafone
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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infratil
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m&a
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vodafone
The Commerce Commission has granted clearance for Infratil Limited to acquire up to 50% of the shares in Vodafone New Zealand.
Xignite to integrate XPansion analytics tools into cloud platform
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Xignite partners with XPansion to integrate XMon analytics into its Market Data Cloud Platform, enhancing data usage transparency and cost control for clients.
Microsoft cuts partner benefit in surprise move
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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partner programmes
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microsoft
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microsoft office 365
Microsoft surprises partners with a cut to a long-standing benefit, ending free internal use of its software, citing unsustainable costs.