Private Equity stories - Page 11
Private equity firm buys out Barracuda Networks for $1.6b
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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application security
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devsecops
Barracuda Networks will soon be under the wing of private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo – an acquisition worth $1.6 billion.
Commvault's CEO on how the future of backup lies in data analytics
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Commvault CEO N. Robert Hammer reveals the future of backup lies in data analytics, emphasising the vital role of hybrid cloud, IoT, and cybersecurity.
Misco opts with Oracle NetSuite because of local EU data centres
Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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fintech
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financial systems
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supply chain
According to Misco, the decision was made easy given NetSuite's range of data centres across Europe and in particular the Netherlands.
No sale: Private equity bidders can Vocus takeover talks
Mon, 21st Aug 2017
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m&a
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vocus group
Private equity giants Kohlberg Kravis Roberts and Affinity Equity Partners end takeover talks with Vocus, causing a drop in share prices.
Could Blockchain technology disrupt everything?
Tue, 18th Jul 2017
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blockchain
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open source
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linux
Miners race to solve a cryptographic puzzle, which completes the next transaction (or block) on the chain, in hopes of capturing the coin reward.
NetSuite announces new channel partners seeking to drive growth with cloud ERP
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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fintech
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partner programmes
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financial systems
Oracle NetSuite bolsters its cloud ERP reach, uniting with four new partners to meet rising market demand for agile, scalable solutions.
Polycom and Microsoft tighten ties offering RealPresence use in Office 365
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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microsoft
Microsoft has certified more Polycom offerings for Office 365, enabling users to incorporate Polycom audio and video into Skype for Business.
Exclusive: Polycom global boss talks a return to growth, new markets and women in tech
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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wfh
Polycom is promising new products and entrance to new markets in the coming months as it seeks to return to growth after a US$2 billion takeover,.
The $300m investment: New data center venture gets a kickstart
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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hyperscale
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dc
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cisco
Princeton GV has a vision to create a new global telecommunications, media and technology infrastructure platform with a focus on data centers.
The birth of Cyxtera Technologies: BC Partners and Medina Capital join forces
Fri, 5th May 2017
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hyperscale
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colocation
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centurylink
BC Partners and Medina Capital announce Cyxtera Technologies' launch, a $2.8bn merger forming a commanding presence in global data centre security.
Sydney-based customer intelligence provider raises AU$4.5m in funding
Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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crm
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cx
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martech
Sydney's Local Measure secures AU$4.5m, boosting its mission to transform guest experiences in hotels worldwide with cutting-edge intelligence.
21Vianet & Warburg Pincus target Chinese data center real estate market
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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cloud services
21Vianet's new deal with a private equity firm will give the company deeper access into the data center real estate market.
Mitel out as Polycom gets better offer
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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mitel
The merger between Polycom and Mitel has come to end with Polycom announcing it has terminated the agreement following a better offer.
Kiwi company acquires $392M stake in Canberra Data Centres
Mon, 23rd May 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
Infratil captures a significant share in Canberra Data Centres, investing A$392m to bolster its tech infrastructure foothold.
2degrees billionaire backer gets Microsoft board nod
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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wireless networks
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microsoft
John W. Stanton, billionaire backer of 2degrees, joins Microsoft's board, bolstering the tech giant's mobile and global expertise.
Is it a case of Buy Buy BlackBerry…?
Wed, 9th Oct 2013
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google
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samsung
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cisco
After reaching a US$4.7bn deal to take the company private last week, reports now claim Cisco, Google and SAP have entered the running for the embattl.
BlackBerry bites the bullet with US$4.7bn private deal
Wed, 25th Sep 2013
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blackberry
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technology gifts
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private equity
The struggling Canadian smartphone maker, reeling from a string of poor device sales, enters acquisition agreement with Toronto-based private equity consortium.
Investors to Facebook: more women, please
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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facebook
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private equity
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women in technology
Ahead of its IPO, Facebook faces criticism for its all-male board, with investors demanding greater gender diversity.
2degrees enters a new phase
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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uc
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blackberry
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contact centre
2degrees shakes up NZ mobile market, gaining over 200,000 subscribers in 6 months, proving sceptics wrong and signalling a new chapter.
Plantronics sell Altec Lansing for US$18 million
Mon, 7th Dec 2009
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plantronics
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cellnet
Plantronics has agreed to sell Altec Lansing to Prophet Equity LP, a Texas-based private equity firm, for US$18 million in cash.