Acquisition stories - Page 179
Further delays for Mega listing
Wed, 1st Oct 2014
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Mega's backdoor listing faces more delays, now set for a late Nov deadline amid regulatory consultations, extending uncertainty for TRS Investments' $210m deal.
Westcon adds virtual desktop to cloud stable
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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officebox
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Westcon adds Cloud DC's OfficeBox to its cloud product range, a virtual desktop offering accessible on multiple devices.
Why Alibaba's plans for global expansion is a 'long-term play'
Tue, 23rd Sep 2014
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payment technologies
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Alibaba's quest for global expansion faces stiff competition in Europe and North America, marking it a 'long-term play' in the digital market.
Microsoft initiates Round Two of jobs cuts... Lays off 2,100 staff
Sat, 20th Sep 2014
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In a bid to streamline post-Nokia buy, Microsoft lays off 2,100, with 747 in Washington, marking its largest jobs cull since 2009.
Snakk goes for gold with Google exec hire...
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Snakk Media clinches a monumental recruit in Bob Mohan from Google, aiming to amplify growth with his vast experience in mergers and IPOs.
Trade Me ramps up payment process with Wellington-based startup acquisition
Mon, 15th Sep 2014
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Trade Me to acquire Paystation, a Wellington-based online credit card processing and payments gateway, along with two other related companies.
Westcon “masters of own destiny” following cloud acquisition
Mon, 8th Sep 2014
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verecloud
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Westcon takes control of its digital destiny after acquiring Verecloud, signalling a new era in cloud distribution and innovation.
Westcon Group 'lights up' the channel with cloud business acquisition
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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software development
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cloud services
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verecloud
Westcon Group acquires Verecloud's assets to strengthen its Cloud Solutions Practice & generate revenue for VARs.
Data centre security: Moving beyond prevention...
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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When it comes to gateway and data centre security, there's one aspect grabbing attention – and it's not a specific technology, as Heather Wright discovers.
Acronis buys back up firm to bolster cloud offering
Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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Acronis acquires BackupAgent to enhance its cloud backup services, promising advanced data protection for service providers.
New Veeam NZ head sets sight on Kiwi channel growth
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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virtualisation
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cloud services
Ross Cranston steps into the role at Veeam NZ, eyeing growth in Kiwi channel partnerships and regional expansion.
Indonesian state owned telco to buy into 2degrees
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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Indonesia's telecom giant Telkom set to acquire a 27% share in New Zealand's 2degrees, strengthening its presence in the Asia Pacific.
Cisco Capital… Changing paradigms of technology financing
Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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capex
Cisco Capital revolutionises tech financing, addressing economic and tech shifts in Asia Pacific with innovative leasing options.
Spark momentum gathers pace as Kiwis warm to strategic change
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Spark New Zealand's strategic focus on customers bolsters momentum, promising net earnings growth with a surge in mobile and IT services.
More on me: Deidre Steyn, ICONZ Webvisions
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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It may have been a long and winding road to get there, but for Deidre Steyn, the technology industry was always going to be a natural fit for her talents.
Vodafone leaves telematic trail with Italian Cobra acquisition
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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automotive
Vodafone enhances global telematics footprint with the acquisition of Italy's Cobra, promising superior connected car services.
Spark Digital CEO 'fired up' about digital future...
Fri, 8th Aug 2014
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Spark Digital CEO Tim Miles is fired up about Gen-i's rebrand. He talks to Heather Wright about the genesis of Spark and leadership.
French distie acquires WhiteGold...
Wed, 6th Aug 2014
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Exclusive Networks acquires 70% of WhiteGold Solutions, marking its first foray outside EMEA with sights set on APAC expansion.
Sue You! … Microsoft takes Samsung to court
Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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Microsoft has filed legal action against Samsung, accusing the South Korean tech giant of breaching a contract.
'Freedom still exists'... Revera CEO praises Telecom acquisition
Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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Chief executive Robin Cockayne sits down with Heather Wright to talk about the Telecom acquisition, standing in rivers and dinner in the Cockayne household.