Acquisition stories
2010 shapes into the landmark year for smartphones and tablets, as Apple leads the charge, transforming them into essential tools for millions.
Telstra's CEO, David Thodey, eyes acquisitions in product development and software as the telecom giant pivots towards customer services and digital households.
The tough economic environment has claimed another scalp, this time not in the form of an acquisition or merger, but receivership.
Greenstone Energy appoints Kiwi firm Integral Axon to provide IT service desk and desktop support, citing their flexible, business-focused approach.
IT teams responsible for New Zealand's business data transmissions services are likely to be operating in survival mode.
Intel confirms a USD $1.4 billion deal to acquire Infineon's Wireless Solutions Business, aiming to boost its mobile and embedded product offerings.
Intel acquires McAfee for $7.68bn, aiming to integrate security into its chipmaking, addressing the surge in cyber threats.
Symantec has finalised its acquisition of VeriSign's identity and authentication business, forging a future of simplified and secure online interactions.
LinkedIn bolsters its content relevance by acquiring start-up mSpoke, marking its first-ever purchase to enhance user experience.
VMware bolsters its Wellington presence, eyeing growth with a new office and expanded team to enhance customer services in New Zealand.
BI trends soar as firms pursue smart consolidation and integration to sharpen decision-making and cut costs amidst economic challenges.
Adobe to spend around $240m on Day Software, aiming to bolster its enterprise solutions and customer experience management.
HP trademarks 'Palmpad', hinting at new handheld devices following its Palm acquisition. Future products may rival Apple's offerings, sources suggest.
Nokia Siemens acquires Motorola's wireless division for $1.2bn, aiming to bolster global presence and enhance ties with leading operators.
HP completes its US$1.2 billion acquisition of Palm, aiming to leverage the webOS platform to contend robustly in the smartphone market.
Ciena expands into Australia and New Zealand with new offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and Auckland, aiming to transform local networks under new leadership.
AOL is reportedly finalising a deal to sell social network Bebo to Criterion Capital Partners, two years after buying it for USD $850 million.
HP continues its acquisition spree, buying Phoenix's virtualisation products for USD $12 million in cash. The deal completes by month's end.
Infor has acquired Bridgelogix to bolster its ERP offerings, promising enhanced integration, flexibility, and efficiency for manufacturers worldwide.
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