Acquisition stories - Page 8

AvePoint has completed its acquisition of Ydentic to enhance its MSP platform, aiming for increased efficiency and new security revenue streams.

SonicWall is transitioning from a product-focused firm to a platform-driven organisation, aiming to tackle evolving cybersecurity challenges, says VP Mukherjee.

Rimini Street has garnered multiple prestigious awards, including the Trust Radius 2025 Buyer's Choice, recognising its excellence in client service and support.

A study by Harmonic Security reveals that 8.5% of prompts in generative AI tools could expose sensitive data, raising serious security concerns.

DoiT has acquired LiveDiagrams, enhancing its Cloud Intelligence platform with new capabilities for improved cloud architecture visualisation and optimisation.

SmartBear has unveiled two AI-driven hubs, API Hub and Insight Hub, to streamline software development and enhance quality for teams facing tool fragmentation.

Wiz has partnered with The Instillery to boost adoption of its Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform in the Asia-Pacific, enhancing cloud security solutions.

Index Engines celebrated a transformative year in 2024, reporting a remarkable 112% sales increase in the banking sector fueled by rising ransomware threats.

Red Hat has acquired Neural Magic to enhance its AI offerings, aiming for high performance and specificity across hybrid cloud environments.

Canva's latest report reveals that 65% of Australian hiring managers expect text-based resumes to vanish in favour of digital applications within five years.

JLL has expanded its Asia Pacific data centre capital markets platform, appointing Luke Jackson and Bob Tan as regional co-heads to enhance investor services.

Data eXec has launched as a new sister brand to DataX Connect, aiming to recruit senior executives for data centre organisations globally.

SuperDial has announced its acquisition of MajorBoost, enhancing its voice AI to streamline phone call automation in the US healthcare sector.

Australia's leading start-up festival, SOUTHSTART, has revealed its 2025 programme, taking place in Adelaide from March 4 to 6, to connect industry leaders.

Motorola Solutions is set to acquire Theatro, a Texas-based firm specialising in AI-driven software for frontline workers, enhancing safety and productivity.

Integrity360 has acquired South African cybersecurity firm Nclose, enhancing its global presence and expanding its staff to over 180 in the region.

SmartBear has appointed Dan Faulkner as its new CEO, succeeding Frank Roe, as the company seeks to enhance its product strategy in an AI-driven landscape.

WatchGuard Technologies has acquired ActZero to enhance its Managed Detection and Response services, boosting cybersecurity capabilities for clients.

Employment Hero has acquired Canadian platform Humi for over CAD $100 million, aiming to expand into Canada's SME market with tailored employment solutions.

Dragos has appointed Ekta Singh-Bushell as its inaugural Chief Operating Officer, aiming to boost operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.