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Synopsys in talks to sell software unit to buyout firms for over $2 billion, report
Nickie Louise Posted On May 3, 2024


In the whirlwind of tech acquisitions, the software integrity (SIG) unit of chip designer Synopsys appears to be the next on the chopping block. According to an exclusive report from Reuters, a private equity consortium fronted by Clearlake Capital and […]


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Paris-based SES buys Intelsat for $3.1 billion as European satellite companies consolidate
Nickie Louise Posted On April 30, 2024


Paris-based satellite giant SES has struck a deal to acquire Intelsat Holdings for $3.1 billion in debt, a move poised to catapult the combined company into a major European player in the space industry. However, the merger has stirred some […]


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US private equity firm Thoma Bravo to acquire UK cybersecurity company Darktrace for $5.3 billion in cash
Nickie Louise Posted On April 26, 2024


Thoma Bravo, a US private equity firm known for its aggressive acquisitions, has made another big move in the market. Today, they announced their agreement to purchase UK cybersecurity company Darktrace for $5.32 billion in cash. Thoma Bravo aims to […]


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IBM to buy cloud software provider HashiCorp in a $6.4 billion deal
Nickie Louise Posted On April 25, 2024


In a strategic move to expand into the cloud, International Business Machines Corp (IBM) has announced its acquisition of HashiCorp Inc. for a hefty $6.4 billion enterprise value. This acquisition not only expands IBM’s cloud-based software offerings but also positions […]


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HubSpot co-founder Dharmesh Shah actually bought Chat.com for $15+ million and resold for an undisclosed sum 2 months later [update]
Nickie Louise Posted On April 16, 2024


In May 2023, we covered the story of Dharmesh Shah, co-founder and CTO of HubSpot, when he acquired the domain name chat.com for over $10 million. It was a big bet on the future of digital conversation that got many […]


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Salesforce is reportedly in talks to acquire Informatica for more than $11 billion
Nickie Louise Posted On April 16, 2024


Salesforce is in the final stages of negotiations to acquire cloud data-management firm Informatica, according to The Wall Street Journal, which first reported the news on Friday. The news of the potential acquisition sparked a flurry of market activity. Shares […]


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Healthcare IT company Model N to go private in a $1.25 billion deal with Vista Equity
Nickie Louise Posted On April 8, 2024


In the technology sector’s latest mega buyout deal, Healthcare IT company Model N announced on Monday it has agreed to be taken private in a $1.25 billion deal with investment heavyweight Vista Equity Partners. The deal, immediately sparked investor interest, […]


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Google is reportedly making an offer to buy HubSpot
Nickie Louise Posted On April 5, 2024


Google’s parent company Alphabet is reportedly eyeing a potential acquisition of HubSpot, Reuters reported. Sources told Reuters that Alphabet is in talks with advisors about the possibility of making an offer for the $32 billion marketing company, pushing HubSpot’s shares […]


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Yahoo acquires AI news app Artifact from Instagram co-founders a year after shutdown
Nickie Louise Posted On April 3, 2024


In a strategic move aimed at bolstering its news aggregation capabilities, Yahoo has snapped up Artifact, an AI news app founded by Instagram co-founders Mike Krieger and Kevin Systrom. The acquisition, announced jointly by the two companies, signals Yahoo’s intent […]


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Amazon invests another $2.75 billion in AI startup Anthropic, its largest venture investment to date
Nickie Louise Posted On March 28, 2024


In a strategic move aimed at maintaining its dominance in the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), Amazon announced it is investing an additional $2.75 billion into AI startup Anthropic. This fresh injection of capital supplements Amazon’s initial $1.25 […]


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Microsoft strikes $650 million deal with Inflection AI to license its AI technology and talent
Nickie Louise Posted On March 22, 2024


In a move signaling Microsoft’s deepening commitment to AI, the tech titan has inked a deal with the promising AI startup Inflection, according to a report from Reuters. Sources close to the matter revealed that Microsoft will shell out nearly […]


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Microsoft hires DeepMind co-founder Mustafa Suleyman to run its new consumer AI unit
Nickie Louise Posted On March 20, 2024


In a strategic move signaling its ambition in the AI space, Microsoft announced on Tuesday it hired Mustafa Suleyman, one of the brains behind Google DeepMind, to spearhead its newly formed consumer AI unit dubbed Microsoft AI. Suleyman, who also […]


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Apple quietly acquires Canadian AI startup DarwinAI, deepening its AI push
Nickie Louise Posted On March 15, 2024


Apple’s AI push gains momentum with the recent acquisition of Canadian AI startup DarwinAI. The move, kept under wraps until now, underscores Apple’s commitment to advancing AI technologies, particularly as it prepares for the release of iOS 18 later this year. […]


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SoftwareOne abandons sale to Bain Capital as founding shareholders end agreement
Nickie Louise Posted On March 4, 2024


In a surprising turn of events, the founding shareholders of SoftwareOne announced the termination of their agreement with U.S. investor Bain Capital for the acquisition of the Swiss IT services company. Daniel von Stockar, B. Curti Holding AG, and René […]


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Disney and Reliance merge in $8.5 billion deal, forming new India media powerhouse
Nickie Louise Posted On February 28, 2024


In a strategic move set to reshape India’s entertainment landscape, Reliance Industries, India’s leading conglomerate, and Walt Disney, the global entertainment giant, have announced the merger of their Indian TV and streaming media assets. The collaboration, unveiled on Wednesday, creates […]


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KKR buys Broadcom’s remote access unit in $4 billion deal
Nickie Louise Posted On February 26, 2024


In a strategic move to streamline its portfolio after the monumental $69 billion acquisition of VMware last year, chipmaker Broadcom has agreed to sell its end-user computing (EUC) unit to private equity firm KKR in a deal valued at $4 […]


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AI startup Jasper acquires image generator Clipdrop from Stability AI for text & image creation
Nickie Louise Posted On February 22, 2024


AI writing assistant startup Jasper announced on Thursday it has acquired the AI-powered photo application Clipdrop from Stability AI. This bold move signifies Jasper’s transition from solely focusing on text editing to embracing image creation and photo editing. The terms […]


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Walmart acquires TV maker Vizio for $2.3 billion to boost its ad business
Nickie Louise Posted On February 20, 2024


Walmart said on Tuesday that it has agreed to acquire TV manufacturer Vizio for $2.3 billion in a strategic move aimed at boosting its lucrative advertising business. As part of the deal, Walmart will acquire Vizio at $11.50 per share, […]


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Bending Spoons raises $155M in funding, valuing the Italian app development startup at $2.55 billion
Daniel Levi Posted On February 15, 2024


Italian mobile app developer Bending Spoons said on Thursday that it has secured $155 million in its latest capital increase, thereby elevating the company’s valuation to a substantial $2.55 billion. The latest funding boost brings the company’s overall valuation now […]


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Adam Neumann is trying to buy back bankrupt WeWork, a real-estate startup he co-founded 14 years ago
Daniel Levi Posted On February 6, 2024


Adam Neumann, the ousted co-founder of WeWork, is aiming to buy the real-estate company he co-founded in 2010 out of bankruptcy, CNBC reported. Citing the support of “well-known capital sources,”  Neumann is reportedly backed by prominent investors, including Third Point managed […]


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