Private Equity stories

Magaya enhances performance with Tessell's PostgreSQL
4 days ago
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Magaya has revamped its database system with Tessell's managed PostgreSQL, boosting performance tenfold and ensuring efficient cloud scalability.

Banyan Software acquires Medtech, expands in Australasia
4 days ago
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data privacy
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cloud services
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kpmg
Banyan Software has acquired healthcare technology firm Medtech Global, enhancing its reach in Australia and New Zealand's healthcare markets.

Thoughtworks appoints new leaders to drive growth strategy
4 days ago
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digital transformation
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accenture
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Thoughtworks has announced key leadership changes with Gene Reznik as Chief Strategy Officer and Steven Yurisich as Asia Pacific Regional Managing Director, enhancing its growth strategy.

UBS report: entrepreneurs eye AI for industry growth
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digital transformation
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UBS has launched its first Global Entrepreneur Report, revealing that 62% of entrepreneurs see AI as their greatest business opportunity amidst economic uncertainties.

BT Business appoints Jon James as new CEO
This month
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leadership
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growth
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bt group
Jon James has been appointed as CEO of BT Business, set to take the helm next month, as the company shifts focus towards the UK market.

UK tech firms face financial obstacles to scaling growth
Last month
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capital management
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investment
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funding
A report by Menzies reveals 90% of UK tech firms face significant financial hurdles, with high operational costs and funding difficulties limiting growth.

Government support gaps hinder UK tech innovation growth
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grants
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venture capital
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smes
An expert panel has raised concerns about government support for UK tech innovation, highlighting gaps that threaten the growth of SMEs seeking R&D funding.

Gamma to acquire STARFACE to boost cloud market in Europe
Last month
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uc
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telco
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telephony
Gamma plans to acquire STARFACE Group from Maxburg to strengthen its foothold in Europe's cloud communications market, pending regulatory approval.

James Cameron leads JLL's energy role in Asia Pacific
Last month
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digitalisation
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hsbc
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jll
James Cameron has been appointed Head of Energy & Infrastructure for Asia Pacific at JLL, driving the firm's expansion in the region from Singapore.

Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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genai
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cybersecurity
Paladin Capital Group's latest report reveals global Safety Tech investment has surged to $6.3 billion, highlighting steady sector growth amid rising digital threats.

Integrity360 debuts managed service to bolster cyber defence
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Integrity360 has launched a Managed Attack Surface Management service to bolster cyber resilience across IT, OT, and IoT environments, leveraging AI and automation.

Syspro expands UK presence with NexSys acquisition
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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syspro
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visibility
SYSPRO has acquired UK software provider NexSys, enhancing its presence in the UK and broadening its European reach as part of growth strategy.

GTCR invests $1.33bn in Tricentis, valuing at $4.5bn
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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leadership
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investment
Tricentis has secured a $1.33 billion investment from GTCR, valuing the firm at $4.5 billion as it aims for $425 million in 2024 revenue.

Litera acquires Office & Dragons to boost legal tech
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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genai
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legal tech
Litera has acquired Office & Dragons to enhance its legal tech offerings, leveraging automation and AI to improve document workflows for legal professionals.

MSP sector faces consolidation surge with CGT changes
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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hyperscale
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microsoft
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servicenow
The Managed Service Provider sector is facing an M&A surge, driven by tax changes and private equity strategies, raising concerns about integration challenges.

Marketing budgets rise in 2024, AI drives strategic growth
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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fintech
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iot
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digital advertising
A survey by 10Fold reveals 65% of marketing leaders in the US, Canada, and Europe anticipate larger budgets in 2024, despite fewer KPI pressures.

CVC & CD&R finalise investment in Epicor software firm
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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investment
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epicor
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cvc
CVC and Clayton, Dubilier & Rice have completed their investment in Epicor, enhancing its enterprise software capabilities and governance structure.

Ben Sekhon named regional VP for OutSystems UK & Ireland
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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low-code
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genai
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Ben Sekhon has been appointed Regional Vice President for the UK and Ireland at OutSystems, focusing on AI-driven strategic growth in the region.

TTC Group appoints Roy Hastings as new Chief Financial Officer
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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cfo
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m&a
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nhs
TTC Group has appointed Roy Hastings as CFO to drive expansion into regulated training markets following strategic acquisitions including Miad Healthcare.

Open ECX expands team as business grows across sectors
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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saas
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physical security
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erp
Open ECX expands into new sectors, creating multiple roles as it seeks to enhance services for its growing clientele across various industries.