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Veracode acquires Phylum's tech to tackle software threats
Application Security

Veracode acquires Phylum's tech to tackle software threats

Veracode has acquired Phylum's technology to enhance their ability to combat software threats, addressing rising risks in open-source software security.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Seeing Machines secures GBP £26.2m from Mitsubishi Electric
Unified Communications

Seeing Machines secures GBP £26.2m from Mitsubishi Electric

Seeing Machines has secured a £26.2 million investment from Mitsubishi Electric Mobility to enhance driver monitoring technologies and expand in the automotive sector.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Mail Metrics acquires Adare SEC, boosts UK market presence
Public Sector

Mail Metrics acquires Adare SEC, boosts UK market presence

Mail Metrics has acquired Adare SEC, its fourth purchase in four years, expanding its workforce and boosting UK revenue projections to GBP £175 million.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Exclusive Networks launches Exclusive Global Solutions
Digital Transformation

Exclusive Networks launches Exclusive Global Solutions

Exclusive Networks has launched Exclusive Global Solutions (XGS), a new initiative to streamline its cybersecurity services for partners worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
Trend Micro named leader in Gartner email security review
Phishing

Trend Micro named leader in Gartner email security review

Trend Micro has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms, highlighting its innovative, AI-driven solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024
Deel acquires Assemble to bolster compensation strategy
Human Capital Management

Deel acquires Assemble to bolster compensation strategy

Deel has acquired Assemble to enhance its global workforce management, aiming to simplify compensation management and boost pay transparency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024
Groyyo promotes Nitin Jain to Co-founder role
Supply Chain

Groyyo promotes Nitin Jain to Co-founder role

Groyyo has promoted Nitin Jain to Co-Founder, recognising his vital role in the company's rapid growth in international markets, particularly exports.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure
Ransomware

Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure

OPSWAT has acquired Fend, a cybersecurity firm, to expand its critical infrastructure protection capabilities, bolstering its data diode technology offerings.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
Otterly.AI exits stealth, helping brands monitor AI search
Marketing Technologies

Otterly.AI exits stealth, helping brands monitor AI search

Otterly.AI has unveiled its AI search monitoring platform, attracting over 1,000 users and aiming to help brands navigate the challenges posed by generative AI search.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
SquareX appoints David Smith as new Chief Revenue Officer
Phishing

SquareX appoints David Smith as new Chief Revenue Officer

SquareX has appointed David Smith as its Chief Revenue Officer, aiming to enhance its browser security solutions amidst global tech challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Humanforce acquires LiveHire in USD $17.2M HR tech deal
Human Capital Management

Humanforce acquires LiveHire in USD $17.2M HR tech deal

Humanforce has acquired Australian HR tech firm LiveHire for USD $17.2 million, marking its fourth acquisition in two years to enhance workforce solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Cohesity completes merger with Veritas, becomes largest data protection software provider
Data Protection

Cohesity completes merger with Veritas, becomes largest data protection software provider

Cohesity has merged with Veritas' data protection business, emerging as the world's largest data protection software provider, securing over $1.7 billion in revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Databricks raises USD $10 billion, valued at USD $62 billion now
Data Analytics

Databricks raises USD $10 billion, valued at USD $62 billion now

Databricks secures USD $10 billion in Series J funding, valuing the data and AI firm at USD $62 billion, as it plans major global expansions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024

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Your.Cloud acquires HDUK to expand UK market presence
Data Protection

Your.Cloud acquires HDUK to expand UK market presence

Your.Cloud has acquired HDUK, a UK-managed service provider in accountancy, as it aims to broaden its footprint in the European market.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
Vertiv acquires chiller technology from BiXin Energy
Hyperscale

Vertiv acquires chiller technology from BiXin Energy

Vertiv has acquired centrifugal chiller technology from BiXin Energy Technology, enhancing its portfolio for high-performance computing and AI applications.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Kolsquare acquires Woomio to boost European market reach
Software-as-a-Service

Kolsquare acquires Woomio to boost European market reach

Kolsquare has acquired Woomio to strengthen its foothold in Europe's influencer marketing sector, enhancing regional impact and service offerings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2024
VMware customers face rising costs amid market changes
IT Automation

VMware customers face rising costs amid market changes

A Rimini Street report reveals VMware customers are seeking alternatives to subscription models, with 79% satisfied yet concerned about rising costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024