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Commvault's CEO on how the future of backup lies in data analytics

Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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Commvault CEO N. Robert Hammer reveals the future of backup lies in data analytics, emphasising the vital role of hybrid cloud, IoT, and cybersecurity.
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Seagate to provide up to $1.25b to support Toshiba Memory acquisition

Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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In the agreement with Toshiba Corporation, Seagate has committed to provide up to $1.25 billion in financing to support the acquisition.
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No sale: Private equity bidders can Vocus takeover talks

Mon, 21st Aug 2017
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Private equity giants Kohlberg Kravis Roberts and Affinity Equity Partners end takeover talks with Vocus, causing a drop in share prices.
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Goodbye Staples, hello Winc - and a more solution driven focus

Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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Staples Australia and New Zealand will rebrand to Winc next month with the company also planning more solution-driven offerings.
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Partners Group acquires Civica for not to be sneezed at £1 million

Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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Private equity giant Partners Group snaps up Civica for a hefty £1 billion, bolstering public sector services globally.
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Could Blockchain technology disrupt everything?

Tue, 18th Jul 2017
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Miners race to solve a cryptographic puzzle, which completes the next transaction (or block) on the chain, in hopes of capturing the coin reward.
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NetSuite announces new channel partners seeking to drive growth with cloud ERP

Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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Oracle NetSuite bolsters its cloud ERP reach, uniting with four new partners to meet rising market demand for agile, scalable solutions.
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Polycom and Microsoft tighten ties offering RealPresence use in Office 365

Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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Microsoft has certified more Polycom offerings for Office 365, enabling users to incorporate Polycom audio and video into Skype for Business.
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Continuum snapped up by private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo

Fri, 16th Jun 2017
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Thoma Bravo has acquired Continuum for an undisclosed amount in a move it says will help accelerate Continuum's offering for MSPs worldwide.
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Exclusive: Polycom global boss talks a return to growth, new markets and women in tech

Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Polycom is promising new products and entrance to new markets in the coming months as it seeks to return to growth after a US$2 billion takeover,.
Big fish eat small fish

HGGC acquires global cloud event management software provider, etouches

Thu, 11th May 2017
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etouches, a global provider of cloud event management software and sourcing solutions, has been acquired by HGGC, a middle-market private equity firm.
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The birth of Cyxtera Technologies: BC Partners and Medina Capital join forces

Fri, 5th May 2017
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BC Partners and Medina Capital announce Cyxtera Technologies' launch, a $2.8bn merger forming a commanding presence in global data centre security.
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Staples ANZ business sold to US private equity firm Platinum Equity

Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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Staples has sold its Australian and NZ businesses to private equity firm Platinum Equity, with a rebrand and 'substantial' investment promised.
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Sydney-based customer intelligence provider raises AU$4.5m in funding

Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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Sydney's Local Measure secures AU$4.5m, boosting its mission to transform guest experiences in hotels worldwide with cutting-edge intelligence.
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Dick Smith fallout continues

Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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Dick Smith management and directors are facing questions over the failure of the business, while Anchorage executives are also in for a grilling.
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Mitel out as Polycom gets better offer

Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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The merger between Polycom and Mitel has come to end with Polycom announcing it has terminated the agreement following a better offer.
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Dell sells its Software Group division to global investment giants

Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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Dell has signed a definitive agreement with Francisco Partners and Elliott Management to sell Dell Software Group for an unspecified price tag.
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Kiwi company acquires $392M stake in Canberra Data Centres

Mon, 23rd May 2016
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Infratil captures a significant share in Canberra Data Centres, investing A$392m to bolster its tech infrastructure foothold.
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Chinese consortium snaps up Lexmark in US$3.6 billion deal

Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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United States printer manufacturer Lexmark is being acquired by a Chinese consortium in a US$3.6 billion deal.
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Aussie health tech firm lists on ASX, sets sights on Obamacare

Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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Australian health tech innovator Alcidion lists on the ASX with a market cap of AUD $33.76 million, aiming for growth in the US under Obamacare.