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Kiwi Stories

Acquisition stories

Xero launches authentication app to boost account security

Xero launches new authentication app, Xero Verify, as part of its phased rollout of mandatory multifactor authentication.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Mar 2021

Internet of Things

Sierra Wireless acquires Kiwi IoT solutions company as part of ANZ expansion

Sierra Wireless, the Canadian-based Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider, has acquired Auckland-based technology firm M2M One NZ.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021

DataCentre infrastructure

Stonewood Group merges DataGuard & RCR as 'future energy' powerhouse

'Rich list' brothers John and Michael Chow expand RCR with new technology solutions including smart buildings, AI and EV chargers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Mar 2021

Global Stories

Acquisition stories

Data Analytics

Thoma Bravo makes bold move to acquire data integration firm Talend

Thoma Bravo acquires data integration firm Talend for $2.4bn in bid to expand market position and drive shareholder value.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Mar 2021

DevOps

Splunk outranks other vendors for cloud observability

Splunk earns top ranking in the GigaOm Radar for Cloud Observability, recognized for its scalability and analytics capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Mar 2021

Mobile Device Management

Jamf acquires tools from cmdSecurity to secure macOS enterprise offerings

Jamf has acquired technical assets from cmdSecurity to enhance its Apple device management platform with new security capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Mar 2021

Mergers and Acquisitions

Macquarie, Aware Super propose AU$3.5bn acquisition of Vocus Group

Macquarie Group's MIRA and Aware Super have offered A$3.5bn to acquire Vocus Group's Australian and New Zealand arms if approved by shareholders and regulators.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021

Fintech

Xero acquires Danish workforce management platform Planday

Xero acquires Danish workforce management platform Planday, which will offer integrated roster adjustment and employee tracking functions.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021

Dicker Data

NVIDIA Mellanox selects Dicker Data as ANZ distributor

The offerings include high-performance Mellanox InfiniBand and Ethernet adapters, switches, software and cables.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021

Okta

Okta's $6.5b Auth0 acquisition carves deeper path into identity market

Okta to acquire Auth0 in $6.5bn deal, boosting its market presence and aiming to integrate the two platforms over time.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021

Virtualisation

Citrix closes $2.25b deal to acquire Wrike, empowers modern work models

Through the acquisition, Citrix plans to continue to develop a comprehensive cloud-based work platform that empowers all employees and teams.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Mar 2021

Manufacturing

Microsoft launches industry clouds for nonprofit, manufacturing & financial sectors

Microsoft aims to empower people, recognise the power of partnership, and it remains committed to security, compliance, and trust.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Mar 2021

Unified Communications

Strong fourth quarter for Zoom in wake of COVID-19 crisis

Zoom's Q4 2020 financial results show total revenue of $882.5m, up 369% YoY, as it responds to increased demand during the pandemic.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Mar 2021

Microsoft

Fusion5 acquires Microsoft practice Topaz Solutions

Fusion5 acquires Microsoft practice Topaz Solutions to strengthen its Microsoft offerings and expand its customer base, says CEO.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Mar 2021

Network Infrastructure

Juniper Networks releases lineup of AI-driven solutions

Juniper Networks has expanded its AI-driven automation solutions, bringing more insights and actions to the market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Mar 2021

IT Automation

Kaseya acquires RocketCyber to bring SOC solutions to more businesses

Kaseya acquires RocketCyber, adding cloud-agent SOC and integrated security solutions to its IT Complete platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Feb 2021

Kaspersky

Women in tech: Equality journey not over

Over half of women in tech have seen improvements in gender equality, but there is still work to be done, according to a report by Kaspersky.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 23rd Feb 2021

Software-as-a-Service

Fergus grows staff by 50%, bolsters C-suite after bumper growth year

Job management software firm Fergus has made 22 new key appointments across product, engineering, and customer support after a successful year of growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Feb 2021