Acquisition stories - Page 136
Akamai completes acquisition of rDNS security provider Nominum
Fri, 1st Dec 2017
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
The firm says Nominum's DNS-based security solutions support many of the world's carriers, which fit well with Akamai's investment in DNS products.
Metronode's Perth DC to land subsea cable linking Asia
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
Metronode's Shenton Park data centre in Perth has been chosen as the landing station for a new subsea cable connecting Singapore and Perth via Indonesia.
Private equity firm buys out Barracuda Networks for $1.6b
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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firewalls
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application security
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devsecops
Barracuda Networks will soon be under the wing of private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo – an acquisition worth $1.6 billion.
Macquarie offers to buy Aussie cloud company for $18m
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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hyperscale
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edge computing
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cloud services
Macquarie Telecom Group offers AUD $17.9m for cloud hosting firm Bulletproof, aiming to purchase all shares at a significant premium amidst declining earnings.
Rethinking WAN architecture to match business use cases
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
The shift to cloud applications is driving enterprises to rethink WAN architecture, fuelling the SD-WAN market where VMware and Cisco made key acquisitions.
What will a telco be worth in 2018?
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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uc
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solar power
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vodafone
Big telcos buy small ones, and in recent years this has happened at a rapid rate in New Zealand, which means there are now fewer left to buy.
Trend Micro announces acquisition to bolster hybrid cloud security offering
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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devops
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hybrid cloud
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application security
Trend Micro has announced the acquisition of Immunio in a move it says will expand its Hybrid Cloud Security solution scope.
McAfee continues 'pure play' mission into cloud security through Skyhigh Networks buyout
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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cloud security
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iaas
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casb
In an email to stakeholders McAfee CEO Chris Young says Skyhigh is an 'ideal complement' to McAfee's strategy.
13 predictions for the future of Australia's power utility market
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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data analytics
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martech
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iot
Indra expects that IT innovation in the global utilities market will increasingly make its presence felt in the year ahead in Australia.
Marvell pushes further into data center space with $6b Cavium acquisition
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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cloud services
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m&a
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cavium
Marvell pushes deeper into the data centre market with a USD $6 billion acquisition of Cavium, expecting USD $150 to $175 million in synergies post-close.
How ready are you for the GDPR and what should you do next?
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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data protection
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data privacy
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software ag
Regardless of where you're located or where the data you're processing come from, you'll need to ensure that the data is transparent.
Meg Whitman to leave HPE CEO position early next year
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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uc
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contact centre
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hpe
Meg Whitman will step down as HPE CEO early next year, with President Antonio Neri to assume the role from 1st February 2018. Whitman remains on the board.
Businesses turn to consumption models for agility and cost efficiency
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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saas
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digital transformation
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multi-cloud
Consumption models can help organisations better align technology investments with operational and financial objectives.
Interview: CA Technologies talks privileged access management
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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devops
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pam
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application security
CA Technologies has highlighted its increased focus on security, as part of its mission to enable what it calls the Modern Software Factory.
Commvault's CEO on how the future of backup lies in data analytics
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Commvault CEO N. Robert Hammer reveals the future of backup lies in data analytics, emphasising the vital role of hybrid cloud, IoT, and cybersecurity.
Trend Micro pledges commitment to bridging cybersecurity skills gap
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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trend micro
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skills shortage
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security industry
Trend Micro says it wants to foster critical skill development to fill the shortage of cybersecurity professionals around the world.
CA Technologies fosters stronger culture for DevSecOps processes
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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devops
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application security
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devsecops
CA Technologies is taking security to the early stages of software development with an expanded portfolio that concentrates on DevSecOps.
Broadcom completes $5.9 Billion acquisition of Brocade
Mon, 20th Nov 2017
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storage
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
Broadcom finalises a USD $5.9 billion acquisition of Brocade, bolstering its storage and networking prowess after overcoming delays with CFIUS.
MYOB buys Reckon's Accountant Group for $180 million
Thu, 16th Nov 2017
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fintech
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financial systems
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cloud services
MYOB acquires Reckon's Accountants Practice Management division for AU$180m cash in bid to strengthen adviser audience.
Exclusive interview: Commvault on GDPR, data analytics & virtualization
Thu, 16th Nov 2017
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Commvault's humble culture is reflected in its accessible CEO, according to Dan Kieran, VP and MD of Australia and New Zealand.