Acquisition stories - Page 147

Microsoft marks first quarter loss in 26 years, not from weak performance but due to a one-off $6.2bn write-down from a 2007 buy.

Web Drive's Open Host to acquire 9,300 domains and 4,000 hosting customers from Hosting Direct, as HD shifts its focus to data centre and ISP connectivity.

Sale includes TelstraClear's voice and data-based services, its network infrastructure, and its kiwi customer base.

Sony's acquisition of cloud-gaming firm Gaikai aims to bolster its tech sales, not end consoles, say analysts.

Connector Systems accelerates its growth in 2012 with new vendors and staff, hinting at even more expansion in the year's second half.

Sony set to reshape the gaming landscape, acquiring Gaikai Inc. for $380m to launch a pioneering cloud gaming service.

Cloud computing is often touted as the future, but is it the right option for every business? Experts say careful analysis is needed.

Vocus completes $9.5m acquisition of NZ's Maxnet, planning 'significant investment' in expansion and improved services, says CEO.

Dell pushes deeper into networking with Force10 acquisition, aiming to disrupt giants like Cisco and HP with its growing ethernet switch business.

Dell's acquisition of SonicWALL promises unchanged partnerships and growth, reassuring partners amidst competitor opportunism.

Digiweb New Zealand expands its footprint with the strategic acquisition of Digital Network Limited, marking its second big buy in a year.

Dell's acquisition of SonicWALL is part of a 'better together' strategy, aiming for a unified server, storage, and security offering.

Telstra faces intensifying pressure to outline its future in NZ amid rumours of selling TelstraClear to Vodafone. Speculations rise on potential market moves.

Vodafone NZ eyes TelstraClear acquisition in a move that could bolster its 4G spectrum and reshape the telecommunications landscape.

There's speculation acquisition-hungry Telstra may use its New Zealand subsidiary and substantive war chest to shake up the local mobile market.

The Federal Trade Commission's scrutiny of Facebook's USD $1 billion acquisition of Instagram delays the deal, amid doubts over the high valuation.

Vocus Communications buys NZ's Maxnet for $9.5m, boosting its cloud and data centre footprint in the Australasia region.

Acquisition signals a serious expansion strategy for Orcon founder Seeby Woodhouse, following 18 months quietly re-growing the Voyager brand.

Dell SonicWall unveils its first post-acquisition UTM firewalls, the TZ 105 and TZ 205, targeting SMBs, branch offices, and retail outlets.

Connector Systems boosts Aussie operations with key hires and expansion, while enriching its tech offering with Sophos and rolling out lucrative promotions.