Acquisition stories - Page 135
Connexion snaps up local IT service provider Security Shift
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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managed services
Melbourne's Connexion Media to acquire Security Shift Group for AUD $5 million, enhancing its cybersecurity capabilities and expanding technological expertise.
ConnectWise gives partners a leg-up through HTG acquisition
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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partner programmes
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education, learning & training
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managed services
In a move to bolster support and coaching for its partners, ConnectWise acquires Heartland Technology Group, enhancing resources for its global TSP ecosystem.
McAfee completes acquisition of SkyHigh Networks
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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cloud security
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iaas
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multi-cloud
McAfee finalises its acquisition of Skyhigh Networks, bolstering its cloud security offerings with advanced CASB technology under its new cloud business unit.
Polycom announces acquisition of Obihai Technology
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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voip
The combination is expected to expand the markets available to Polycom solutions for its worldwide network of channel partners.
Mythbusters: Best of breed HR software vs all-in-one
Mon, 18th Dec 2017
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saas
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hcm
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cybersecurity
Choosing HR software: do you opt for best-of-breed solutions like Cornerstone or all-in-one giants like Oracle? These five myths reveal the pros and cons.
Exclusive interview: Extreme Networks on their 2017 growth and what's next
Fri, 15th Dec 2017
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partner programmes
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Yvette McEnearney talks about the importance of the channel to Extreme Networks and how they are ensuring they take care of their partners.
Interview: WatchGuard's rapid APAC expansion and what's ahead for the security channel
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
We talked to WatchGuard Technologies VP of Sales for Asia Pacific and Japan, Sylvain Lejeune, to find out more.
Telstra moves further into hybrid cloud space via VMtech buyout
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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hybrid cloud
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partner programmes
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telstra
Telstra has strengthened its enterprise cloud business after acquiring Sydney-based managed service provider VMtech.
Rejected: Gemalto shuns 'unfriendly' takeover bid by Atos
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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cybersecurity
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m&a
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atos
Gemalto has slammed an unsolicited acquisition bid from European digital enterprise Atos because the proposal significantly undervalues the company.
Will Atos be successful in its 'unsolicited' mission to buy out Gemalto?
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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cybersecurity
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m&a
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gemalto
In what Gemalto is calling an 'unsolicited' acquisition bid, the company says it is reviewing an offer put to the company by European firm Atos.
Cisco maintains grip on IT security market after 'strong channel partner focus'
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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partner programmes
Canalys has released its latest predictions surrounding the global IT security market's performance over the third quarter in 2017.
Tech Data appoints new VP as they continue their APAC expansion
Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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tech data
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distributors
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apac expansion
Tech Data appoints Samuel Poh as VP of operations, Asia Pacific, boosting their regional growth amidst recent financial fluctuations and expansion efforts.
Datto acquisition wraps up, company assures positive outcomes for partners
Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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partner programmes
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managed services
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m&a
The result, according to the companies, is a single entity that is designed to empower MSPs with the companys' combined solutions.
Exclusive interview: HPE talk local channel development
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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edge computing
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multi-cloud
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channel development
Marina Fronek, HPE GM and director for channels and alliances gives us an update on the channel space going into 2018.
Who is going to buy Vocus NZ?
Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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hyperscale
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commerce commission
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colocation
The Vocus Group is reportedly looking for $500 million for its NZ assets as it tries to decrease debt and steady the ship.
Interview: Darktrace's APAC expansion, AI-led cybersecurity and the secret of success
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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ai security
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ai
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threat intelligence
Darktrace's Sanjay Aurora on developments in AI-led cybersecurity, threat detection and the company's expansion in APAC.
4K content is now abundantly available, but no one's watching it
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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amazon
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4k
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futuresource
The quantity of 4K UHD content that is being created is growing, but there is a limited delivery of it to consumers...
Canalys outline their big channel predictions for 2018
Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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cartech
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power / energy
Steve Brazier made a total of 6 predictions, ranging from the more modest to some that are quite a bit more controversial.
Enprise reports steady growth in half-year financial report
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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fintech
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financial systems
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myob
Enprise Group's half-year report until September 30, 2017, shows a 10.40% revenue jump to NZD $4.7 million and a 22% rise in net profit to NZD $393,000.
Netflix grows it distribution empire with a new acquisition
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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digital entertainment
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netflix
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video
Youku's hit series Day and Night to debut globally on Netflix, marking a major Chinese drama overseas distribution.