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Acquisition stories - Page 194

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Outdated storage solutions fueling information overload

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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An explosion of digital data is putting pressure on businesses but offers a wealth of opportunities for resellers, as Keith Newman discovers.
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New opportunities spur connector systems

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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As demand for one service tapers off somewhat, new opportunities spring up, as Connector Systems managing director Dale Smith tells The Channel.
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Interactive Intelligence Acquires CallTime Solutions

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Interactive Intelligence bolsters its presence in ANZ by acquiring key reseller CallTime Solutions, eyeing accelerated regional growth.
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Polycom closes HP deal

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Polycom finalises its $89M acquisition of HP's visual collaboration unit, set to be HP's sole teleconferencing provider.
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Apple among Hulu tyre-kickers

Tue, 26th Jul 2011
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Apple eyes Hulu, sparking debates on its potential acquisition to bolster iTunes and challenge Netflix, despite brand operation differences.
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Adobe acquires e-signature provider

Tue, 19th Jul 2011
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Adobe's acquisition of Echosign may spell the end for paper use in offices, introducing a future where e-signatures become the norm.
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IronKey opts for exclusive distribution

Tue, 12th Jul 2011
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IronKey singles out Express Online for exclusive ANZ distribution, dropping Duo from its network to expand product availability.
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Google gets admeld

Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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Google acquires Admeld for USD $400 million, aiming to enhance display advertising tools and simplify ad management for major publishers.
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Ministry of Science and Innovation fleshes out senior team

Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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The Ministry of Science and Innovation has completed its senior team with Brett O'Riley and Graham Smith appointed as deputy chief executives.
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Net24 sells Cables Direct operation

Mon, 13th Jun 2011
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TechDay spoke with Jon Tyce of Accounting Direct about the company's recent acquisition of the business from Net24.
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Infosys acquires Gen-i software practice

Thu, 9th Jun 2011
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Infosys acquires Gen-i's software business, announcing a strategic partnership and new career opportunities in New Zealand.
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Polycom acquires HP teleconferencing unit

Fri, 3rd Jun 2011
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Polycom set to acquire HP's teleconferencing arm, aiming to transform global communication with the Open Visual Communications Consortium.
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Here's looking at you - Video face-off looming

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Facing a digital revolution, experts predict video will dominate 90% of internet traffic by 2024, transforming global business communication.
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Skype installs 'crapware' without user knowledge

Mon, 30th May 2011
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Skype secretly installs 'crapware' on PCs, sparking concerns about consent and system bloat. Users advised on removal steps.
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The Startup Genome

Mon, 30th May 2011
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A group of tech enthusiasts have released the Startup Genome report, revealing key traits and strategies that make startups and their founders successful.
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Citrix loads on the announcements

Thu, 26th May 2011
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Virtualisation multinational Citrix loaded up on announcements at its Synergy 2011 conference in San Francisco, with several new products being unveiled.
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Twitter welcomes TweetDeck to the nest

Thu, 26th May 2011
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Twitter secures its future by acquiring TweetDeck, enhancing its offer to power-users and brands in a bid to monetise tweets effectively.
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Certus buys Focus to expand IBM offerings

Thu, 19th May 2011
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Certus acquires Focus to enhance IBM software and services across Australia and New Zealand, expanding its client base and service offerings.
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Microsoft rumoured to be close to Skype deal - Updated

Tue, 10th May 2011
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Rumours have been swirling around potential acquisitions and/or deals with Skype - now Microsoft may have swooped in with a lot of cash.
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Gen-i wins big with Fletcher contract

Fri, 6th May 2011
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Gen-i secures New Zealand's largest mobile contract with Fletcher Building to bolster Christchurch's rebuild efforts, enhancing communications.