Acquisition stories - Page 6
KOMI Group reports 45% annual turnover growth in 2025
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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youtube
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facebook
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digital media
KOMI Group has announced a remarkable 45% rise in annual turnover, bolstered by a 77% surge in Q4 revenues, as the Manchester-based digital media firm plans US expansion.
DoiT acquires PerfectScale for Kubernetes optimisation
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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storage
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virtualisation
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paas
DoiT has acquired PerfectScale, a Kubernetes optimisation platform, to bolster its ability to manage and secure containerised workloads more efficiently.
AttackIQ expands with DeepSurface's cybersecurity expertise
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
AttackIQ has acquired DeepSurface to enhance its cybersecurity services, aiming to improve risk management and bolster protections against cyber threats.
Appfire acquires Flow from Pluralsight to enhance portfolio
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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saas
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devops
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apm
Appfire has acquired Flow, a prominent Software Engineering Intelligence platform, from Pluralsight, aiming to boost support for engineering teams.
Databricks acquires BladeBridge to boost SQL migrations
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Databricks has acquired BladeBridge to simplify enterprise data warehouse migrations, aiming to enhance efficiency and performance for over ten thousand customers.
UBS report: entrepreneurs eye AI for industry growth
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
UBS has launched its first Global Entrepreneur Report, revealing that 62% of entrepreneurs see AI as their greatest business opportunity amidst economic uncertainties.
Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.
Full-funnel strategies boost ecommerce conversion rates 38%
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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martech
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e-commerce
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google
A recent report from Nest Commerce reveals a 38% boost in year-on-year conversion rates for ecommerce brands using full-funnel strategies, amidst a £100 million media spend.
Employment Hero reaches AUD $250M in annual recurring revenue
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
Employment Hero has surpassed AUD $250 million in annualised recurring revenue, bolstering its mission to streamline employment processes for over 300,000 global businesses.
Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, enhancing its Managed Detection and Response services for over 28,000 global organisations.
IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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manufacturing
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ifs
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financial results
IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.
Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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cybersecurity
Arctic Wolf has acquired BlackBerry's Cylance to boost its Aurora platform, integrating advanced AI-driven security capabilities for enhanced endpoint protection.
Mirantis unveils Rockoon to simplify OpenStack on Kubernetes
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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virtualisation
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it automation
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casb
Mirantis has unveiled Rockoon, an open-source toolset aimed at simplifying OpenStack management on Kubernetes amidst rising interest following Broadcom's VMware acquisition.
Nextiva survey reveals CX's growing importance for revenue
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
A recent survey reveals a pivotal shift in customer experience's significance, with 96% of CX leaders reporting corporate recognition as a revenue driver.
BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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business continuity
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backbox
BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform and reported record profits in 2024, marking a historic financial success for the firm.
DoiT earns dual Microsoft partner designations for Azure
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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hyperscale
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cx
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martech
DoiT has secured two prestigious Microsoft partner designations, boosting its capabilities in Modern Work and Digital & App Innovation on Azure.
VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
A new study by SplitMetrics reveals a remarkable 60% increase in new Android VR game users, with 13 million joining in 2024, marking record growth.
LG acquires majority of Bear Robotics to boost AI robots
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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robots
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digital transformation
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supply chain
LG Electronics has acquired a controlling 51% stake in Bear Robotics, enhancing its AI-driven robotics capabilities as part of a strategic growth initiative.
Battle for survival: Turning peak season learnings into 2025 strategies
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Retailers face a survival battle in 2025, with economic pressures and customer expectations reshaping the eCommerce landscape following a strong 2024 peak season.
Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.