Acquisition stories - Page 192

Microsoft announces a 7% revenue jump to US$17.37 billion, driven by product launches and key acquisitions like Skype.

Microsoft finalises its £6.6 billion acquisition of Skype, setting sights on integrating with Office 365 to expand communication options.

Hitachi Data Systems bolsters its cloud capability with the acquisition of network storage leader BlueArc, aiming to meet soaring demand in Asia Pacific.

Seismic shifts in network infrastructure spur a dynamic upheaval, forcing resellers to embrace open partnerships for real-time connectivity.

HP announces the end of webOS, eyes British software firm Autonomy for acquisition, and moots spinning off its PC division.

The sale of InterDigital, holder of 8800 patents, is delayed to September after Google's unexpected USD $12.5 billion acquisition of Motorola Mobility.

In a bold move, Google promises Motorola Mobility a staggering USD $2.5 billion reverse breakup fee if its USD $12.5 billion acquisition falters.

Google snaps up Motorola Mobility for $12.5bn, gaining 24,500 patents and sparking curiosity over its Android partners' future.

Terence Fleming, former MD at Kalooma, now offers his wireless tech expertise to resellers after Connector Systems' acquisition.

Accounting tool provider, Business Fitness NZ, has been acquired by CCH and will operate as a product line of parent company, Wolters Kluwer.

An explosion of digital data is putting pressure on businesses but offers a wealth of opportunities for resellers, as Keith Newman discovers.

Interactive Intelligence bolsters its presence in ANZ by acquiring key reseller CallTime Solutions, eyeing accelerated regional growth.

Apple eyes Hulu, sparking debates on its potential acquisition to bolster iTunes and challenge Netflix, despite brand operation differences.

Adobe's acquisition of Echosign may spell the end for paper use in offices, introducing a future where e-signatures become the norm.

Infosys acquires Gen-i's software business, announcing a strategic partnership and new career opportunities in New Zealand.

Polycom set to acquire HP's teleconferencing arm, aiming to transform global communication with the Open Visual Communications Consortium.

Skype secretly installs 'crapware' on PCs, sparking concerns about consent and system bloat. Users advised on removal steps.

Virtualisation multinational Citrix loaded up on announcements at its Synergy 2011 conference in San Francisco, with several new products being unveiled.

Twitter secures its future by acquiring TweetDeck, enhancing its offer to power-users and brands in a bid to monetise tweets effectively.

Rumours have been swirling around potential acquisitions and/or deals with Skype - now Microsoft may have swooped in with a lot of cash.