Acquisition stories - Page 174
The week in channel-land: Partner awards, parties and plenty of business too
Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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healthtech
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microsoft
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exeed
Channelland buzzes with partner accolades, bustling business deals, and spirited shindigs—a rollicking week of tech tales!.
ESET-DESlock acquisition pays off in data encryption test
Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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malware
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encryption
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cybersecurity
ESET's encryption solution named best for SMBs by AV-Comparatives, highlighting growing importance of data security.
Gentrack to complete $75m acquisition of Junifer Systems
Thu, 30th Mar 2017
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gentrack
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m&a
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junifer systems
Gentrack Group recently announced that it has entered into an unconditional agreement to acquire the UK-based Junifer Systems.
New Bitcoin trading platform brings investment to 'everyday New Zealanders'
Wed, 29th Mar 2017
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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bitcoin
New Zealanders can now trade Bitcoin safely and easily on BitPrime, the country's first locally owned platform.
Microsoft NZ on Azure and Office 365 opportunities and the changing channel
Wed, 29th Mar 2017
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software development
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microsoft
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microsoft azure
Microsoft NZ’s new channel boss, Phil Goldie, talks Azure and Office 365 opportunities, partnerships and the changing face of the Microsoft channel.
$2.5m transaction sees Cirrus snap up NGage
Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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shares
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cirrus networks
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integration
Cirrus has acquired Melbourne’s NGage Technology Group for $2.5 million expanding the Perth-based IT solutions provider’s footprint into Victoria.
Kordia transforms New Zealand's security space with Cyber Security by Kordia
Mon, 27th Mar 2017
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kordia
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aura information security
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redshield
Kordia's new 'Cyber Security by Kordia' portfolio is New Zealand's most comprehensive suite of security products and services.
Vodafone NZ one-ups Spark with 70 percent acquisition in TeamTalk’s Farmside
Mon, 27th Mar 2017
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teamtalk
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m&a
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vodafone
The proposed investment by Vodafone in TeamTalk looks set to further deepen the strategic relationship between the two companies.
TeamTalk fights back against Spark's 'hostile takeover bid'
Fri, 24th Mar 2017
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teamtalk
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m&a
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spark
TeamTalk yesterday recommended that its shareholders reject Spark’s 'hostile takeover bid' of $0.80c per share because the price is far too low.
Cisco wraps up acquisition of AppDynamics
Thu, 23rd Mar 2017
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microsoft
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cisco
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m&a
Together, the companies will aim to deliver visibility across the network, data centre, security, applications and to drive digital transformation.
Spark applies for TeamTalk acquisition clearance from ComCom
Tue, 21st Mar 2017
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commerce commission
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teamtalk
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m&a
The Commerce Commission has acknowledged that it has received a clearance application from Spark for its proposed acquisition of TeamTalk.
Trend Micro reflects on one year of success after TippingPoint acquisition
Mon, 20th Mar 2017
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endpoint protection
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edr
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trend micro
Trend Micro's TippingPoint acquisition sees 25% growth YoY and a spot in Gartner Magic Quadrant #cybersecurity.
Another one bites the dust: This week's Kiwi channel wrap-up
Fri, 17th Mar 2017
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m&a
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ingram micro
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distributors
While quieter than last week (perhaps everyone was out celebrating St Paddy’s Day), there was still a lot going on in the Kiwi channel this week.
Schneider Electric’s acquisition of APC 10 years on
Fri, 17th Mar 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
I know it’s cliché, but it really does seem like yesterday, the $6.1 billion purchase of American Power Conversion.
VMware's new CTO for APAC & Japan business brings 'rich experience' to role
Fri, 17th Mar 2017
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virtualisation
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it automation
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vmware
VMware appoints Bruce Davie as VP and CTO for Asia-Pacific and Japan business to help customers accelerate digital transformation.
Relaunch, expansion for Atlas Gentech's Simply Leasing as leasing demand soars
Wed, 15th Mar 2017
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fintech
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atlas gentech
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simply leasing
Resellers are being urged to capitalise on growing demand for leasing and reap the benefits as Atlas Gentech’s Simply Leasing gears up for a relaunch.
Canon NZ focuses on customer experience with new appointment
Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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crm
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document management
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ecm
Canon New Zealand recently announced the appointment of Skye Nicholls to their newly created role, head of customer experience.
Staples ANZ business sold to US private equity firm Platinum Equity
Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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staples
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private equity
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partners
Staples has sold its Australian and NZ businesses to private equity firm Platinum Equity, with a rebrand and 'substantial' investment promised.
ALE continues expansion in APAC with new appointment
Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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alcatel-lucent enterprise
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aca pacific
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channel infrastructure
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise says APAC is a key region and as such, they’ve appointed Pierre Samson as vice president of sales.
The week that was: A wrap-up of this week's AU channel news, moves and action
Fri, 10th Mar 2017
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uc
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healthtech
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contact centre
A lot has gone on this week in the Australian channel, including new job appointments, distie deals and acquisitions - here's a wrap-up of the week.