Acquisition stories - Page 95
Under-performing IBM to address struggling hardware business
Tue, 11th Mar 2014
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retail
IBM CEO Ginni Rometty has said the company must address its under-performing hardware business after a disappointing year.
Lenovo says 'Hello Moto' to the tune of $3 billion
Thu, 30th Jan 2014
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google
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motorola
Google is on the verge of selling its Motorola Mobility smartphone operations to Lenovo for around USD $2.91 billion if reports are to be believed.
Former Symantec VP wins Arbor Networks presidency race
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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arbor networks
Arbor Networks appoints Matthew Moynahan as president, replacing Colin Doherty. Moynahan has previously held various executive positions.
WatchGuard: Top 8 security predictions for 2014
Fri, 20th Dec 2013
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firewalls
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ddos
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network infrastructure
Could a Hollywood hack come true? Will there be a US Healthcare.gov data breach? Should you expect CryptoLocker clones?.
Expanding Debitsuccess acquires UK direct-debit provider
Thu, 5th Dec 2013
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debitsuccess
Debitsuccess from New Zealand acquires DFC, a UK direct-debit provider, to boost its international operations and growth.
Top of the shop Extreme Networks completes Enterasys acquisition
Mon, 4th Nov 2013
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cx
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martech
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wireless networks
Extreme Networks completes acquisition of Enterasys Networks; combined company to set clear new standard for networks and customer experience.
Cisco seals US$2.7 billion Sourcefire acquisition
Tue, 8th Oct 2013
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sourcefire
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Cisco completes its $2.7bn acquisition of cyber security provider Sourcefire, offering an “advanced threat protection portfolio.”.
Extreme Network seals US$180m acquisition
Mon, 16th Sep 2013
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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extreme networks
As network switching providers in enterprise, data centre and cloud, both companies will work together to extend their products and technologies.
Kaseya recruits CA Technologies pair as new COO and exec VP
Fri, 13th Sep 2013
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it automation
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ca technologies
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These new executive hires come on the heels of Kaseya's executive appointments last month, including a new CMO, CSO and CTO.
Wynyard Group buys UK anti-crime database
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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physical security
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Freshly listed on the NZ Stock Exchange, Wynyard Group acquires UK's MHA Gateway, boosting its financial crime compliance offerings for an undisclosed sum.
Cisco grabs IBM's lead as top cloud provider
Wed, 12th Jun 2013
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cloud services
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hp
Cisco has taken over leadership of the cloud infrastructure equipment market, just one quarter after IBM's share of the market had hit a two-year high.
Will Optimizer HQ go for NZX listing?
Mon, 27th May 2013
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New Zealand-based technology company announces plans to explore the prospect of listing on the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX), but will it happen?.
MYOB to acquire NZ firm for $136m
Tue, 14th May 2013
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financial systems
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myob
MYOB Finance NZ Ltd signs agreement to purchase BankLink from Media Transfer Services for $136m, positioning them for growth in cloud accounting.
Leading Lenovo set for IBM acquisition?
Mon, 22nd Apr 2013
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ibm
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partners
World's second-largest PC maker considers acquisition of IBM's X86 server business, rumoured to cost as much as US$6 billion.
Symantec splits Chairman and CEO positions
Fri, 25th Jan 2013
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sprint
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partners
Symantec revitalizes strategy by splitting Chairman and CEO roles, appointing Dan Schulman as Chairman. Aims to boost customer value and innovation.
Going global with wan optimisation
Wed, 9th Jan 2013
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Methven revolutionises global operations with Aryaka's cloud-based WAN Optimisation, slashing costs and boosting efficiency.
Cloud in 2013: From hype to hyper growth
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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at&t
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analyst report
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industrial
In 2013, cloud computing shifts from hype to hyper growth, mirroring historic IT transformations and signalling a new era for vendors and businesses alike.
HP hits back over Autonomy accusations
Wed, 28th Nov 2012
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HP responds to Mike Lynch's letter rejecting allegations of impropriety, stating that the matter is now in the hands of authorities.
Cisco announces intent to acquire Cloupia
Mon, 19th Nov 2012
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Acquisition to extend Cisco's data centre portfolio with software which enables management of converged infrastructure solutions.
Vodafone loses 50,000 Kiwi customers
Fri, 16th Nov 2012
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Vodafone NZ faces a customer drop of 50,000, leaving it with 2.32m subscribers amidst a competitive market, despite leading with nearly 50% share.