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CompTIA's board of directors outline IT channel trends
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CompTIA's board of directors outline IT channel trends

Enterprise tech companies are seeking new ways to boost profitability but face challenges such as workforce considerations, says the CompTIA board.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Aug 2018
Bridge Data Centres expands APAC footprint
Hyperscale

Bridge Data Centres expands APAC footprint

Bridge Data Centres has bolstered its presence in the Asia Pacific region with the acquisition of two data centres in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, from PNB.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018
Cofense explains the PhishMe rebrand and human empowerment for complete phishing defense
Phishing

Cofense explains the PhishMe rebrand and human empowerment for complete phishing defense

Cofense, formerly PhishMe, is doubling down on harnessing human intelligence and tech for superior phishing defence, backed by private equity investment.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
Thoma Bravo closes $1.6b acquisition of Barracuda Networks
Firewalls

Thoma Bravo closes $1.6b acquisition of Barracuda Networks

Private equity firm Thoma Bravo has successfully completed the acquisition of data security firm Barracuda Networks for US$1.6 billion.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
US-based Staples' ANZ buyer buys out OfficeMax AU with intent to merge
OfficeMax

US-based Staples' ANZ buyer buys out OfficeMax AU with intent to merge

​US-based private equity investment firm Platinum Equity has announced the acquisition of OfficeMax's business in Australia, with New Zealand pending.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018
Ecosystm promises to democratise data availability
Ecosystm

Ecosystm promises to democratise data availability

Ecosystm has launched its digital research platform, aiming to democratise data accessibility and transparency. The beta phase precedes a full launch in March.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2018
Investors to 'take the temperature' of the data centre market at forum in London
Hyperscale

Investors to 'take the temperature' of the data centre market at forum in London

The opportunity to monitor new opportunities for emerging edge computing data centres and ecosystems is just around the corner.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2018
Who is going to buy Vocus NZ?
Hyperscale

Who is going to buy Vocus NZ?

The Vocus Group is reportedly looking for $500 million for its NZ assets as it tries to decrease debt and steady the ship.

By Brendan Ritchie • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2017
Private equity firm buys out Barracuda Networks for $1.6b
Firewalls

Private equity firm buys out Barracuda Networks for $1.6b

Barracuda Networks will soon be under the wing of private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo – an acquisition worth $1.6 billion.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017
Commvault's CEO on how the future of backup lies in data analytics
Data Analytics

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

Commvault CEO N. Robert Hammer reveals the future of backup lies in data analytics, emphasising the vital role of hybrid cloud, IoT, and cybersecurity.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2017
Seagate to provide up to $1.25b to support Toshiba Memory acquisition
Toshiba

Seagate to provide up to $1.25b to support Toshiba Memory acquisition

In the agreement with Toshiba Corporation, Seagate has committed to provide up to $1.25 billion in financing to support the acquisition.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
Misco opts with Oracle NetSuite because of local EU data centres
Fintech

Misco opts with Oracle NetSuite because of local EU data centres

According to Misco, the decision was made easy given NetSuite's range of data centres across Europe and in particular the Netherlands.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Sep 2017
Medical record software startup raises over $500,000 through PledgeMe
Software-as-a-Service

Medical record software startup raises over $500,000 through PledgeMe

Noted hit their maximum goal of its private equity crowdfunding campaign $500,000 in less than two weeks after launching its campaign.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Sep 2017

Stories from Other Regions

5c more per share: Trade Me bidding war heats up
Trade Me

5c more per share: Trade Me bidding war heats up

Hellman and Friedman escalates the bidding war for Trade Me with a higher offer of NZD $6.45 per share, surpassing Apax Partners' NZD $6.40 bid.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Dec 2018
Trade Me receives $2.54 billion takeover bid
Trade Me

Trade Me receives $2.54 billion takeover bid

Trade Me's shares surged after receiving a NZD $2.54 billion takeover bid from Apax Partners, offering a 25.5% premium per share.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Nov 2018
NZ's early stage tech companies bolstered by rising investments - report
Technology Investment Network

NZ's early stage tech companies bolstered by rising investments - report

Technology Investment Network (TIN) and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) have launched their third annual investor report.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 30th May 2018
New report details rising international investment in NZ tech companies
IT Industry

New report details rising international investment in NZ tech companies

The annual investor guide is jointly published by Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and the Technology Investment Network (TIN).

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Fri, 25th May 2018
Launch Taranaki and NZVIF to invest in local startups
NZVIF

Launch Taranaki and NZVIF to invest in local startups

The partnership with NZVIF's Seed Co-Investment Fund – or SCIF - will bring more investment into innovative companies in the Taranaki region.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017