The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against the acquisition of Juniper Networks by HPE due to concerns about diminishing competition in the enterprise-level WLAN solutions sector. The department argues that merging these strongholds could lead to higher costs, stifled innovation, and limited options for American businesses.
The merger of two major UK fibre altnets, FullFibre and Zzoomm, marks a pivotal moment in the VoIP telecommunications landscape. This strategic alliance will enhance the capabilities of one of the UK’s largest alternative fibre networks.
Rockwell Automation’s strategic acquisition of Clearpath Robotics and OTTO Motors positions the company at the forefront of industrial automation, with a focus on AMRs for material handling. As demand for AMRs grows, Rockwell aims to deliver cutting-edge, integrated logistics solutions, reinforcing its leadership in the VoIP-enabled industrial sector.
Boldyn Networks has strategically entered the German market with its acquisition of Smart Mobile Labs, a key player in the private 5G landscape. This bold move emphasizes Boldyn’s commitment to enhancing its 5G solutions.
China-based Sequans Communications recently expanded by acquiring Swiss company ACP, strengthening its ambitions in the rapidly growing 5G RedCap sector. This strategic acquisition enhances Sequans’ capabilities to capture the expanding eRedCap market.
EXA Infrastructure’s acquisition of Aqua Comms marks a transformative step in enhancing its transatlantic capabilities. With expertise in subsea infrastructure, Aqua Comms enriches EXA’s 150,000km network.
T-Mobile US has agreed to acquire Vistar Media for $600 million, expanding into the DOOH advertising market. This acquisition aims to enhance T-Mobile’s advertising capabilities by combining its customer data with Vistar’s technology, targeting more personalized ad experiences.
NXP’s strategic acquisition of TTTech Auto marks a pivotal enhancement in the automotive software realm. By integrating TTTech Auto’s safety systems and middleware expertise, NXP aims to revolutionize the automotive industry.
Swisscom’s acquisition of Vodafone Italia for €8 billion is set to shake Italy’s telecom industry, merging Vodafone with Fastweb. This reduces mobile operators, challenging TIM’s market dominance. The move boosts Swisscom’s competitive edge, marking a significant milestone in expanding its European telecom presence.
Cohesity has completed its acquisition of Veritas’ enterprise data protection business, solidifying its position as a global leader in data security. With over 12,000 customers, including 85 Fortune 100 companies, the move boosts Cohesity’s revenue to $1.7 billion and strengthens its AI-powered, multi-cloud data protection solutions.
