#acquisitions
#acquisitions

fromThe Globe and Mail

Meta faces historic antitrust trial that could force it to break off Instagram, WhatsApp

Meta's antitrust trial could lead to a breakup of Instagram and WhatsApp, questioning its competitive practices.

fromMashable India

Is Meta Crushing Competition With Instagram And WhatsApp? Mark Zuckerberg Testifies In Antitrust Trial

Zuckerberg's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp were strategic moves to eliminate potential rivals and ensure Meta's dominance in the social media space.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Meta and the FTC face off in court over monopoly claims

The FTC alleges Meta is a monopoly for acquiring rivals instead of competing, raising concerns about reduced app quality.

Zuckerberg dished to Sheryl Sandberg about why Facebook bought Instagram - and offered a Settlers of Catan lesson

Zuckerberg defended Meta's acquisitions during intense FTC questioning, emphasizing Instagram's growth prompted its purchase to maintain competitive edge.

fromForbes

M&A: Meta's Four Critical Acquisitions

Meta's acquisitions transformed it into a dominant digital empire, showcasing the strategic advantage of well-planned acquisitions.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Zuckerberg Says He Bought Instagram and WhatsApp Because Building Apps Is Hard

Zuckerberg's testimony centers on Meta's acquisition strategy of getting competitors like Instagram and WhatsApp amid antitrust scrutiny.

fromThe Globe and Mail

Meta faces historic antitrust trial that could force it to break off Instagram, WhatsApp

Meta's antitrust trial could lead to a breakup of Instagram and WhatsApp, questioning its competitive practices.

fromMashable India

Is Meta Crushing Competition With Instagram And WhatsApp? Mark Zuckerberg Testifies In Antitrust Trial

Zuckerberg's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp were strategic moves to eliminate potential rivals and ensure Meta's dominance in the social media space.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Meta and the FTC face off in court over monopoly claims

The FTC alleges Meta is a monopoly for acquiring rivals instead of competing, raising concerns about reduced app quality.

Zuckerberg dished to Sheryl Sandberg about why Facebook bought Instagram - and offered a Settlers of Catan lesson

Zuckerberg defended Meta's acquisitions during intense FTC questioning, emphasizing Instagram's growth prompted its purchase to maintain competitive edge.

fromForbes

M&A: Meta's Four Critical Acquisitions

Meta's acquisitions transformed it into a dominant digital empire, showcasing the strategic advantage of well-planned acquisitions.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Zuckerberg Says He Bought Instagram and WhatsApp Because Building Apps Is Hard

Zuckerberg's testimony centers on Meta's acquisition strategy of getting competitors like Instagram and WhatsApp amid antitrust scrutiny.

more#meta

fromLogRocket Blog

Growth hacking

Leader Spotlight: How acquisitions are like product management, with Ylang Nguyen - LogRocket Blog

Empathy and understanding are essential for successful team integration during acquisitions.

The Meta Trial Shows the Dangers of Selling Out

Zuckerberg's decision to not sell Facebook for $1 billion marked a pivotal moment in the company's history.

Miscellaneous

Exclusive: Snyk hits $300M ARR but isn't rushing to go public

Snyk is delaying its IPO despite strong financials, focusing instead on achieving a break-even point and strategic acquisitions.

Growth hacking

fromWIRED

The Meta Trial Shows the Dangers of Selling Out

Zuckerberg's decision to not sell Facebook for $1 billion marked a pivotal moment in the company's history.

Miscellaneous

Exclusive: Snyk hits $300M ARR but isn't rushing to go public

Snyk is delaying its IPO despite strong financials, focusing instead on achieving a break-even point and strategic acquisitions.

Marketing tech

Tariff turmoil may have killed the tech M&A market's comeback | TechCrunch

M&A activity can occur in down markets, but thriving amidst uncertainty is complex.

European startups

Startups Weekly: Stay tuned for the Rippling espionage movie | TechCrunch

Startups vary in how they communicate news, from silence on acquisitions to loud rivalries and controversies.

Corporate espionage cases are highlighting tensions in the startup ecosystem, demonstrating a growing trend of legal disputes.

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Marketing tech

Tariff turmoil may have killed the tech M&A market's comeback | TechCrunch

M&A activity can occur in down markets, but thriving amidst uncertainty is complex.

European startups

Startups Weekly: Stay tuned for the Rippling espionage movie | TechCrunch

Startups vary in how they communicate news, from silence on acquisitions to loud rivalries and controversies.

Corporate espionage cases are highlighting tensions in the startup ecosystem, demonstrating a growing trend of legal disputes.

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#real-estate

Boston real estate

@properties was profitable prior to sale to Compass

@properties demonstrated strong financial performance, contrasting with Compass's losses, due to strategic acquisitions and high commissions to agents.

SF real estate

Christie's International Real Estate appoints new VP of affiliate services

Nicole Konsler is appointed to lead the Americas affiliate services team, leveraging her extensive real estate experience and technological expertise.

Boston real estate

@properties was profitable prior to sale to Compass

@properties demonstrated strong financial performance, contrasting with Compass's losses, due to strategic acquisitions and high commissions to agents.

SF real estate

Christie's International Real Estate appoints new VP of affiliate services

Nicole Konsler is appointed to lead the Americas affiliate services team, leveraging her extensive real estate experience and technological expertise.

Google, antitrust enforcement and the future of European digital sovereignty

Alphabet has grown into a major tech conglomerate through acquisitions and a dominant market position, facing scrutiny from antitrust bodies.

Retirement

from24/7 Wall St.

I Tracked Down My Old Pension and Discovered It Was Just an Old 401k

Navigating pensions after company acquisitions can be complicated, but reaching out to HR and relevant boards is crucial.

SF real estate

Rithm Capital issues mammoth $878M MSR-backed debt offering

Rithm Capital successfully closed the largest mortgage servicing rights debt issuance, totaling $878 million, reflecting its leadership in the sector.

Real estate

Experts offer a temperature check on title insurer M&A

Increased M&A activity in the title insurance sector reflects changing market conditions and owner strategies.

NYC startup

fromwww.mercurynews.com

PepsiCo is near $1.5 billion-plus deal for soda brand Poppi

PepsiCo plans to acquire healthier soda brand Poppi for over $1.5 billion, reflecting a shift towards functional beverages.

As Intel welcomes a new CEO, a look at where the company stands | TechCrunch

Lip-Bu Tan appointed as Intel CEO amid industry challenges and previous leadership changes.

fromNew York Post

Business

Broadcom, TSMC eye deals that would split storied chipmaker Intel: report

Intel's chip design and manufacturing businesses may be split up as Broadcom and TSMC explore strategic acquisitions.

Tech industry

As Intel welcomes a new CEO, a look at where the company stands | TechCrunch

Lip-Bu Tan appointed as Intel CEO amid industry challenges and previous leadership changes.

Business

fromNew York Post

Broadcom, TSMC eye deals that would split storied chipmaker Intel: report

Intel's chip design and manufacturing businesses may be split up as Broadcom and TSMC explore strategic acquisitions.

Ubisoft Is "Horribly Managed," Investor Says, Report Claims EA And Microsoft Might Buy Franchises

Ubisoft is facing criticism for mismanagement and lack of communication regarding acquisition discussions with major companies.

The Stack: Ad Tech Acquisitions, Targeting Trouble and Publishers vs AI

Acquisitions in the ad tech sector surged this week, with significant deals and scrutiny for publishers in the midst of evolving privacy concerns.

fromExchangewire

Digest: Latest Ad Tech Acquisitions; Publishers Losing Against AI Search Engines?

Interpublic Group sells R/GA to Truelink Capital and Viant Technology acquires Lockr, underscoring significant shifts in ad tech and data management.

fromExchangewire

The Stack: Ad Tech Acquisitions, Targeting Trouble and Publishers vs AI

Acquisitions in the ad tech sector surged this week, with significant deals and scrutiny for publishers in the midst of evolving privacy concerns.

fromExchangewire

Digest: Latest Ad Tech Acquisitions; Publishers Losing Against AI Search Engines?

Interpublic Group sells R/GA to Truelink Capital and Viant Technology acquires Lockr, underscoring significant shifts in ad tech and data management.

Alkami Acquires MANTL for $400M

Alkami Technology acquires MANTL for $400M to enhance digital banking solutions.

Venture

These 7 healthcare startups are primed to make acquisitions in 2025

Caresyntax is using new funding for acquisitions to enhance surgical safety and profitability.

Commure emphasizes acquisitions as a core strategy for growth in the healthcare software sector.

Business

Newrez parent Rithm Capital posts 57% profit growth in 2024

Rithm's acquisitions in 2023 strengthened its asset management and mortgage servicing capabilities, leading to substantial financial growth.

Miscellaneous

Pour one out for Cruise and why autonomous vehicle test miles dropped 50% | TechCrunch

Cruise, once a key player in robotaxi services, is now a GM subsidiary after major staff reductions.

Future of autonomous vehicles may hinge on retaining talent from Cruise.

Business

Meet Bob Steel, the Perella investment banker and former Treasury undersecretary who is advising Larry Fink on his alternative investment buying spree

Robert Steel has had an illustrious finance career advising major firms like BlackRock on strategic acquisitions in alternative assets.

Artificial intelligence

from24/7 Wall St.

Why Tempus AI (TEM) Is Soaring Today

Tempus AI's stock surged 12% due to key catalysts including an acquisition, endorsements from notable investors, and an upgrade from TD Cowen.

#business-strategy

Marketing

Media agency giant Horizon is on the hunt for acquisitions as advertising M&A heats up

Horizon Media aims to acquire expertise in retail technology, influencer marketing, and sports marketing as part of its 2025 growth strategy.

fromShopify

Tech industry

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Guide - Combining Companies - Shopify

M&A aims to create synergies that enhance overall business performance.

fromEntrepreneur

Miscellaneous

I Lead a Company Built Through Decades of Acquisitions. Here's a Key to Making Them Successful | Entrepreneur

A majority of acquisitions fail to meet objectives due to various factors, yet companies continue investing heavily in them.

Successful acquisitions hinge on the integration of people, not just technology or products.

Marketing

Media agency giant Horizon is on the hunt for acquisitions as advertising M&A heats up

Horizon Media aims to acquire expertise in retail technology, influencer marketing, and sports marketing as part of its 2025 growth strategy.

fromShopify

Tech industry

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Guide - Combining Companies - Shopify

M&A aims to create synergies that enhance overall business performance.

fromEntrepreneur

Miscellaneous

I Lead a Company Built Through Decades of Acquisitions. Here's a Key to Making Them Successful | Entrepreneur

A majority of acquisitions fail to meet objectives due to various factors, yet companies continue investing heavily in them.

Successful acquisitions hinge on the integration of people, not just technology or products.

more#business-strategy

Microsoft Could Have Shuttered Xbox Prior To Major Acquisitions - Report

Microsoft considered shutting down Xbox in 2021 but chose to pursue acquisitions to boost Game Pass instead.

fromPolygon

Video games

Phil Spencer says Xbox handheld a few years out

Phil Spencer acknowledges interest in Xbox handhelds but emphasizes it's in early stages with focus on market research.

Tech industry

fromGameSpot

Microsoft Could Have Shuttered Xbox Prior To Major Acquisitions - Report

Microsoft considered shutting down Xbox in 2021 but chose to pursue acquisitions to boost Game Pass instead.

fromPolygon

Video games

Phil Spencer says Xbox handheld a few years out

Phil Spencer acknowledges interest in Xbox handhelds but emphasizes it's in early stages with focus on market research.

Marketing

Omnicom Reports 6.5% Organic Revenue Growth in Q3 2024

Omnicom reported $3.9 billion in revenue and a 6.5% organic growth, maintaining a 4-5% growth outlook for 2024 despite uncertainties.

fromSilicon Canals

European startups

In other news this week: Coave Therapeutics secures 32M, Deciphex raises 31.4M funding, Druid Software bags 19.5M and more - Silicon Canals

TomTom enhances Orbis Maps with advanced 3D lane geometry and AI-driven precision.

NXP Semiconductors acquires TTTech Auto for enhanced software-defined vehicle innovations.

SOCOTEC expands its services with Ninyo & Moore acquisition.

Deciphex raises significant funding to address global pathology challenges.

fromAdweek

Marketing

Omnicom Reports 6.5% Organic Revenue Growth in Q3 2024

Omnicom reported $3.9 billion in revenue and a 6.5% organic growth, maintaining a 4-5% growth outlook for 2024 despite uncertainties.

fromSilicon Canals

European startups

In other news this week: Coave Therapeutics secures 32M, Deciphex raises 31.4M funding, Druid Software bags 19.5M and more - Silicon Canals

TomTom enhances Orbis Maps with advanced 3D lane geometry and AI-driven precision.

NXP Semiconductors acquires TTTech Auto for enhanced software-defined vehicle innovations.

SOCOTEC expands its services with Ninyo & Moore acquisition.

Deciphex raises significant funding to address global pathology challenges.

more#technology

Medicine

Here's what Big Pharma could buy in 2025, from obesity drugs to precision cancer treatments, according to a top M&A banker

Big Pharma will increase acquisitions in 2025 due to patent expirations of major drugs.

Artificial intelligence

fromMarTech

AI-powered martech news and releases: December 19 | MarTech

AI is now capable of lying, a behavior previously thought to be exclusive to humans.

fromTechzine Global

Tech industry

SoftwareOne's acquisition of Crayon Group: a new software giant?

SoftwareOne's talks to acquire Crayon Group signify a major opportunity for expansion in Europe, though a final transaction is not guaranteed.

fromSiliconANGLE

Information security

Citrix strengthens zero-trust security with acquisitions of deviceTRUST and strong.network - SiliconANGLE

Citrix is enhancing zero-trust security measures through acquisitions to better protect hybrid work environments.

Miscellaneous

fromTechzine Global

Investment group considers Visma IPO

Visma is likely to go public in 2026 with an IPO projected to raise 19 billion euros.

fromPolygon

Video games

Sony's potential purchase of Dark Souls developer may change the Japanese tabletop industry

Sony's potential acquisition of Kadokawa may significantly impact the Japanese tabletop gaming industry.

#figma

Artificial intelligence

Figma's Battle Against Figma Clones

Figma acquires innovative companies to enhance its technology and eliminate competition, aiming for rapid development in the design space.

Artificial intelligence

Figma's Battle Against Figma Clones

Figma acquires companies to enhance technology and eliminate competition, exemplified by its purchases of Diagram and Visly.

Artificial intelligence

Figma's Battle Against Figma Clones

Figma acquires innovative companies to enhance its technology and eliminate competition, aiming for rapid development in the design space.

Artificial intelligence

Figma's Battle Against Figma Clones

Figma acquires companies to enhance technology and eliminate competition, exemplified by its purchases of Diagram and Visly.

Marketing

Arthur Sadoun on media masterplan and the role of creativity to Publicis today

Publicis Groupe is focused on maintaining growth momentum amid challenging macroeconomic conditions through strategic acquisitions and a new media model.

fromAdweek

Miscellaneous

'We are still winning': Publicis ups guidance thanks to major media account gains

Publicis increases 2024 growth guidance to 5.5% amid economic uncertainties, backed by strong Q3 performance and new business wins.

fromThe Drum

Marketing

Arthur Sadoun on media masterplan and the role of creativity to Publicis today

Publicis Groupe is focused on maintaining growth momentum amid challenging macroeconomic conditions through strategic acquisitions and a new media model.

fromAdweek