Private Equity stories - Page 11
Investors to ‘take the temperature’ of the data centre market at forum in London
Tue, 30th Jan 2018
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hyperscale
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edge computing
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iot
The opportunity to monitor new opportunities for emerging edge computing data centres and ecosystems is just around the corner.
Who is going to buy Vocus NZ?
Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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hyperscale
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commerce commission
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colocation
The Vocus Group is reportedly looking for $500 million for its NZ assets as it tries to decrease debt and steady the ship.
Private equity firm buys out Barracuda Networks for $1.6b
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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firewalls
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application security
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devsecops
Barracuda Networks will soon be under the wing of private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo – an acquisition worth $1.6 billion.
Commvault's CEO on how the future of backup lies in data analytics
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Commvault CEO N. Robert Hammer reveals the future of backup lies in data analytics, emphasising the vital role of hybrid cloud, IoT, and cybersecurity.
Seagate to provide up to $1.25b to support Toshiba Memory acquisition
Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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toshiba
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seagate
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m&a
In the agreement with Toshiba Corporation, Seagate has committed to provide up to $1.25 billion in financing to support the acquisition.
Misco opts with Oracle NetSuite because of local EU data centres
Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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fintech
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financial systems
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supply chain
According to Misco, the decision was made easy given NetSuite’s range of data centres across Europe and in particular the Netherlands.
Medical record software startup raises over $500,000 through PledgeMe
Thu, 14th Sep 2017
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saas
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healthtech
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software development
Noted hit their maximum goal of its private equity crowdfunding campaign $500,000 in less than two weeks after launching its campaign.
Launch Taranaki and NZVIF to invest in local startups
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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nzvif
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investment
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angel investments
The partnership with NZVIF’s Seed Co-Investment Fund – or SCIF - will bring more investment into innovative companies in the Taranaki region.
No sale: Private equity bidders can Vocus takeover talks
Mon, 21st Aug 2017
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uc
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m&a
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vocus group
Private equity giants Kohlberg Kravis Roberts and Affinity Equity Partners end takeover talks with Vocus, causing a drop in share prices.
Goodbye Staples, hello Winc - and a more solution driven focus
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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cx
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martech
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supply chain
Staples Australia and New Zealand will rebrand to Winc next month with the company also planning more solution-driven offerings.
Partners Group acquires Civica for not to be sneezed at £1 million
Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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outsourcing
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m&a
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civica
Private equity giant Partners Group snaps up Civica for a hefty £1 billion, bolstering public sector services globally.
Could Blockchain technology disrupt everything?
Tue, 18th Jul 2017
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blockchain
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open source
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linux
Miners race to solve a cryptographic puzzle, which completes the next transaction (or block) on the chain, in hopes of capturing the coin reward.
NetSuite announces new channel partners seeking to drive growth with cloud ERP
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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fintech
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partner programmes
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financial systems
Oracle NetSuite bolsters its cloud ERP reach, uniting with four new partners to meet rising market demand for agile, scalable solutions.
Polycom and Microsoft tighten ties offering RealPresence use in Office 365
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
Microsoft has certified more Polycom offerings for Office 365, enabling users to incorporate Polycom audio and video into Skype for Business.
Continuum snapped up by private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo
Fri, 16th Jun 2017
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
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managed services
Thoma Bravo has acquired Continuum for an undisclosed amount in a move it says will help accelerate Continuum's offering for MSPs worldwide.
Exclusive: Polycom global boss talks a return to growth, new markets and women in tech
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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,.
The $300m investment: New data center venture gets a kickstart
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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hyperscale
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dc
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cisco
Princeton GV has a vision to create a new global telecommunications, media and technology infrastructure platform with a focus on data centers.
HGGC acquires global cloud event management software provider, etouches
Thu, 11th May 2017
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m&a
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hggc
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etouches
etouches, a global provider of cloud event management software and sourcing solutions, has been acquired by HGGC, a middle-market private equity firm.
The birth of Cyxtera Technologies: BC Partners and Medina Capital join forces
Fri, 5th May 2017
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hyperscale
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colocation
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centurylink
BC Partners and Medina Capital announce Cyxtera Technologies' launch, a $2.8bn merger forming a commanding presence in global data centre security.
Staples ANZ business sold to US private equity firm Platinum Equity
Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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staples
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private equity
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partners
Staples has sold its Australian and NZ businesses to private equity firm Platinum Equity, with a rebrand and 'substantial' investment promised.