SoftBank plans to acquire Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion, strengthening its position in AI and energy-efficient computing. Ampere’s ARM-based chips align with SoftBank’s AI strategy as demand for high-performance computing grows.
Google Cloud is set to revolutionize cloud security with the planned acquisition of Wiz for $32 billion. With the goal to bolster its security capabilities, this deal will enhance Google Cloud’s offerings by integrating Wiz’s cutting-edge cloud security technologies.
Liberty Global is in talks with Vodafone to potentially acquire its stake in VodafoneZiggo, reshaping the Netherlands’ telecom scene. This acquisition, valued at over €2 billion, would give Liberty Global full control.
Millicom International Cellular is set to acquire Telefonica’s Colombian operations for $400 million, including a 67.5% stake in Coltel. The deal, pending regulatory approval, could reshape Colombia’s telecom market by merging the country’s second and third-largest operators.
Qualcomm plans to acquire Edge Impulse to enhance its Dragonwing initiative, integrating AI and IoT for advanced edge computing. This move follows its Sequans LTE acquisition, reinforcing Qualcomm’s end-to-end IoT strategy.
Airspan Networks strategically bolsters its position in the global 5G market by acquiring Jabil’s open RAN portfolio. This acquisition, including advanced radio development, enhances Airspan’s capabilities, making it a formidable player in the 5G public and private sectors.
Lightpath has expanded its Phoenix presence by acquiring WANRack’s network assets, adding 133 route miles of fiber infrastructure. This strengthens their service capabilities, connecting 10 key data centers and positioning them near 30 more.
Viavi Solutions is acquiring Spirent Communications’ high-speed Ethernet and network security assets for $425 million, following Keysight Technologies’ $1.5 billion acquisition of Spirent. This move strengthens Viavi’s NSE strategy, enhancing its Ethernet testing, security, and AI capabilities.
The Italian government’s recent approval of a stake swap transaction between Poste and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) is reshaping Telecom Italia (TIM) ownership. Poste’s acquisition of CDP’s 9.8% TIM stake strategically enhances its position in Italy’s telecommunications market.
Vodafone UK and Three UK’s merger advances with a newly appointed leadership team, led by future CEO Max Taylor. The team will oversee final merger stages, set to conclude soon.
