Acquisition stories - Page 249

Oracle's acquisition of Sun Microsystems, approved by EU officials, may lead to significant job cuts as it pursues expansion into hardware.

Apple might soon host iTunes libraries in the cloud, following its buyout of Lala, hinting at major changes ahead.

Symantec CEO Enrique Salem pledges ongoing support to SMBs and resellers, emphasising the critical role of partners in reaching these segments.

Viaduct, New Zealand’s leading EFTPOS dealer, acquires Nelson-based Networkz, marking its entry into the point of sale market and expanding Casio distribution.

Cisco country manager Geoff Lawrie has criticized recent reports questioning the need for ultra fast broadband access in New Zealand.

WatchGuard's expansion into messaging and content security could see reseller profits soar, doubling margins in the next 1-2 years.

In a move that will disrupt the networking industry, Hewlett-Packard has entered into an agreement to buy network, switching, routing and security.

In a move to strengthen its management team, Fuji Xerox has promoted staff and created new positions within its ANZ printer channel sales team.

The XT Network is considered a key plank in Telecom’s transformation plan, so how has it performed? Today’s Q1 briefing was the first chance to find out.

M86 Security has acquired Finjan to bolster its web security offerings, integrating advanced SaaS-based solutions and secure web gateways into its portfolio.

Advantage Computers thrives by combining high-quality tech solutions with integrity, revolutionising business IT since 1984.

Dove's GM Chris Rycroft shares insights from 25 years in IT, reflecting on industry change and the underestimated impact of the iPhone.

Brocade challenges Cisco, offering a complete end-to-end data center solution and expanding partner education to seize market share.

The board that will oversee the government’s $1.5 billion broadband network has been announced by ICT Minister Steven Joyce.

SmartPay acquires ETHOS system from Cadmus Developments, allowing total control over product development, with the deal valued at up to USD $7 million.

Effective this month, Asnet announced that it has acquired the assets and business of Christchurch-based IP Communications Limited.

YouTube, celebrating three years under Google, reports over a billion daily video views, as co-founder Chad Hurley highlights the platform's growth.

Westcon has acquired Auckland-based Datastor to bolster its data centre, virtualisation, storage tech portfolio, and expand its footprint in the Asia Pacific.

Businesses pivot to strategic collaborations, promising access to new markets and customers, in a transformative shift from traditional alliances.

Datastor’s CEO, Dave Rosenberg, talks to The Channel about his IT career so far and his new-found passion for mountain biking.