Acquisition stories - Page 7

SmartBear has unveiled two AI-driven hubs, API Hub and Insight Hub, to streamline software development and enhance quality for teams facing tool fragmentation.

Wiz has partnered with The Instillery to boost adoption of its Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform in the Asia-Pacific, enhancing cloud security solutions.

Canva's latest report reveals that 65% of Australian hiring managers expect text-based resumes to vanish in favour of digital applications within five years.

Red Hat has acquired Neural Magic to enhance its AI offerings, aiming for high performance and specificity across hybrid cloud environments.

JLL has expanded its Asia Pacific data centre capital markets platform, appointing Luke Jackson and Bob Tan as regional co-heads to enhance investor services.

Data eXec has launched as a new sister brand to DataX Connect, aiming to recruit senior executives for data centre organisations globally.

SuperDial has announced its acquisition of MajorBoost, enhancing its voice AI to streamline phone call automation in the US healthcare sector.

Australia's leading start-up festival, SOUTHSTART, has revealed its 2025 programme, taking place in Adelaide from March 4 to 6, to connect industry leaders.

Integrity360 has acquired South African cybersecurity firm Nclose, enhancing its global presence and expanding its staff to over 180 in the region.

SmartBear has appointed Dan Faulkner as its new CEO, succeeding Frank Roe, as the company seeks to enhance its product strategy in an AI-driven landscape.

WatchGuard Technologies has acquired ActZero to enhance its Managed Detection and Response services, boosting cybersecurity capabilities for clients.

Dragos has appointed Ekta Singh-Bushell as its inaugural Chief Operating Officer, aiming to boost operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Pure Storage has expanded its collaboration with Micron Technology to enhance energy-efficient solutions for hyperscale data centres, integrating advanced NAND technology.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.