Acquisition stories
HP announces the end of webOS, eyes British software firm Autonomy for acquisition, and moots spinning off its PC division.
The sale of InterDigital, holder of 8800 patents, is delayed to September after Google's unexpected USD $12.5 billion acquisition of Motorola Mobility.
In a bold move, Google promises Motorola Mobility a staggering USD $2.5 billion reverse breakup fee if its USD $12.5 billion acquisition falters.
Google snaps up Motorola Mobility for $12.5bn, gaining 24,500 patents and sparking curiosity over its Android partners' future.
Terence Fleming, former MD at Kalooma, now offers his wireless tech expertise to resellers after Connector Systems' acquisition.
Accounting tool provider, Business Fitness NZ, has been acquired by CCH and will operate as a product line of parent company, Wolters Kluwer.
An explosion of digital data is putting pressure on businesses but offers a wealth of opportunities for resellers, as Keith Newman discovers.
As demand for one service tapers off somewhat, new opportunities spring up, as Connector Systems managing director Dale Smith tells The Channel.
Interactive Intelligence bolsters its presence in ANZ by acquiring key reseller CallTime Solutions, eyeing accelerated regional growth.
Apple eyes Hulu, sparking debates on its potential acquisition to bolster iTunes and challenge Netflix, despite brand operation differences.
Adobe's acquisition of Echosign may spell the end for paper use in offices, introducing a future where e-signatures become the norm.
Google acquires Admeld for USD $400 million, aiming to enhance display advertising tools and simplify ad management for major publishers.
Infosys acquires Gen-i's software business, announcing a strategic partnership and new career opportunities in New Zealand.
Polycom set to acquire HP's teleconferencing arm, aiming to transform global communication with the Open Visual Communications Consortium.
Facing a digital revolution, experts predict video will dominate 90% of internet traffic by 2024, transforming global business communication.
Skype secretly installs 'crapware' on PCs, sparking concerns about consent and system bloat. Users advised on removal steps.
Polycom finalises its $89M acquisition of HP's visual collaboration unit, set to be HP's sole teleconferencing provider.
IronKey singles out Express Online for exclusive ANZ distribution, dropping Duo from its network to expand product availability.
The Ministry of Science and Innovation has completed its senior team with Brett O'Riley and Graham Smith appointed as deputy chief executives.
TechDay spoke with Jon Tyce of Accounting Direct about the company's recent acquisition of the business from Net24.
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