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closed 4/1/2020 via BusinessWire

CG Life, acquired McDAY

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synopsis: CG Life, an integrated marketing and communications agency focused on life science and healthcare, has acquired McDAY, a strategic marketing communications agency. McDay provides marketing communications services to clients in a wide range of businesses and industries, including​ pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, and finance.
buyer: CG Life
CG Life is an integrated marketing communications agency focused on life science and healthcare. They work with biotech, medical device, pharmaceutical, chemical, and tools/instrumentation companies of all sizes around the globe. CG Life builds brands and generates growth. "
 target: McDAY
McDay is a strategic marketing communications firm located in Center City, Philadelphia. The McDay staff is experienced in providing marketing communications services to clients in a wide range of businesses and industries, including​ pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, and finance.
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closed 4/1/2020 via PR Newswire

Valsoft Corp, acquired MacPractice Inc.

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synopsis: Valsoft Corporation Inc., a Montreal-based company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, has acquired MacPractice, the leading provider of macOS and iOS-based practice management software for the medical, dental, chiropractic and optometry verticals.
buyer: Valsoft Corp
Valsoft Corporation is a Canadian company that acquires and develops vertical market software companies. Valsoft enables each business to deliver the best mission-critical solutions for customers in their respective industry or niche. "
 target: MacPractice Inc.
MacPractice is the leading provider of macOS and iOS-based practice management software for the medical, dental, chiropractic and optometry verticals.
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closed 4/1/2020 via BNC Analysis

Jonathan Ball Publishers (Pty) Ltd., acquired Icon Books

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synopsis: Jonathan Ball Publishers, a leading publisher and distributor of English general books in South Africa, has acquired Icon Books, an independent publisher in the UK. Icon Books is a non-fiction publisher is a member of the Independent Alliance, and features titles across popular science, history, psychology, and current affairs.
buyer parent: Naspers Ltd.
buyer: Jonathan Ball Publishers (Pty) Ltd.
Jonathan Ball Publishers is a leading publisher and distributor of English general books in South Africa. The company specializes in South African history, politics, and current affairs and acts as agents for British and American publishers marketing and distributing on their behalf. "
 target: Icon Books
Icon Books is an independent publisher in the UK that specialises in intelligent, quality non-fiction for a general audience. Their Introducing Graphic Guide series thrives alongside a list of books in science, history, politics, sport, language, humour, and more.
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closed 4/1/2020 via BNC Analysis

Coincurve, acquired BuyBitcoinCanada

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synopsis: Interlapse Technologies Corp., the owner and operator of virtual currency platform Coincurve.com, has announced the acquisition of BuyBitcoinCanada.com, a virtual currency brokerage platform from Canadian blockchain company, Bitaccess Inc.
buyer parent: Interlapse Technologies Corp.
buyer: Coincurve
Coincurve.com is a virtual currency platform that easily allows users to be part of the biggest shift in finance, commerce and currency. Customers can buy, save or spend popular utility coins such as Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash within minutes with basic personal information. "
 target parent: Bitaccess Inc.
target: BuyBitcoinCanada
BuyBitcoinCanada is a virtual currency brokerage platform. Founded in 2016, BuyBitcoinCanada was the first merchant to integrate Flexepin into their brokerage platform and additional services such as EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer), making it easier for Canadians to buy and sell virtual currency.
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closed 3/31/2020 via BNC Analysis

Publitalia ’80, acquired Beintoo Inc

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synopsis: Publitalia ’80, an Italian advertising agency, has acquired Beintoo, an Italian mobile data company operating in the digital advertising and data driven marketing field. Beintoo uses a proprietary SDK that enables them to gather valuable customer insights and create highly profiled mobile advertising campaigns.
buyer parent: FinInvest SpA
buyer: Publitalia ’80
Publitalia ’80 is an Italian advertising agency. Publitalia ’80 creates innovative advertising projects on leading TV channels and networks belonging to the Mediaset Group. Publitalia ’80 helps their clients to reach to 58% of the Italian population through 18 TV channels and networks. "
 target: Beintoo Inc
Beintoo is an Italian mobile data company operating in the digital advertising and data driven marketing field. Beintoo uses a proprietary SDK that enables them to gather valuable customer insights and create highly profiled mobile advertising campaigns.
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announced 3/31/2020 via PR Newswire

Ever Harmonic Global Limited, will acquire Clear Media, Ltd.

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synopsis: Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc., one of the world's largest outdoor advertising companies, has entered into an agreement to irrevocably tender to sell its 50.91% stake in Clear Media to Ever Harmonic Global Limited. Clear Media is the largest operator of bus shelter advertising panels in China.
buyer: Ever Harmonic Global Limited
Ever Harmonic is a special purpose vehicle wholly owned by a consortium of investors comprising Mr. Han Zi Jing (chief executive officer and an executive director of Clear Media), Antfin (Hong Kong) Holding Limited, JCDecaux Innovate Limited and China Wealth Growth Fund III L.P. "
 target parent: Clear Channel Outdoor, Inc.
target: Clear Media, Ltd. (CRMLF:$204.16)
Clear Media is the largest operator of bus shelter advertising panels in China, with leading market shares more than 70% in top-tier cities, and broad presence in the fastest growing cities across the country.
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closed 3/31/2020 via BNC Analysis

Harald Quandt Industriebeteiligungen GmbH, acquired zetcom

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synopsis: Harald Quandt Industriebeteiligungen GmbH, a long-term investment holding company in Germany, has acquired a majority stake in zetcom Group AG, a Swiss provider of inventory management solutions for museums and non-profit organizations. zetcom's MuseumPlus solution provides real-time museum management and fully documents any type of collection.
buyer: Harald Quandt Industriebeteiligungen GmbH
Harald Quandt Industriebeteiligungen (HQIB) is a long-term investment holding that acquires and develops small- and medium-sized companies in the German-speaking region. HQIB creates substantial value-add for their portfolio companies through their profound operational and strategic experience. "
 target: zetcom
zetcom is a Swiss provider of inventory management solutions for museums and non-profit organizations. zetcom's robust and efficient MuseumPlus solution supports the complex needs of museums and archives. MuseumPlus provides real-time museum management and fully documents any type of collection.
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announced 3/31/2020 via BNC Analysis

EDP Software will be merged with Shiftboard,

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synopsis: Shiftboard, a leading provider of enterprise workforce scheduling software, and EDP Software Inc., makers of SchedulePro, a workforce scheduling technology specializing in complex workforce scheduling environments, announced they will merge to become one company.
buyer: Shiftboard
Shiftboard is a provider of enterprise workforce scheduling software. Built around the hourly workforce, where scheduling, real-time communication, and change management are at the core of day-to-day operations, their solution helps organizations transform their businesses through automation. "
 target: EDP Software
Since 1987, EDP has been researching and developing workforce scheduling solutions. They have implemented across a diverse array of industries, including oil and gas, manufacturing, nuclear, health care and more. They are headquartered in Vancouver, BC with offices in Fredericton, NB and London, ON.
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announced 3/31/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Emerald Organic Products, Inc., will acquire Carie Health Inc.

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synopsis: Emerald Organic Products Inc. will acquire Carie Health Inc., a leading telehealth and virtual care technology and service solutions company. Carie offers a fully-proprietary end-to-end telehealth solution capable of scaling up to lead America’s transition to a more consumer friendly, virtual healthcare model.
buyer: Emerald Organic Products, Inc. (OTCPK:EMOR:$0.00)
Emerald Organic Products is a diversified health sciences company focused on providing consumers with robust health and wellness offerings. Through its subsidiaries, Emerald is dedicated to both bringing to market, and improving access to, holistic and FDA-regulated products and services. "
 target: Carie Health Inc.
Carie is a leading telehealth and virtual care technology and service solutions company. Carie’s HIPAA compliant virtual care platform allows its members to connect virtually with their doctor, or a local U.S. board-certified doctor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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closed 3/31/2020 via BusinessWire

SmartBear, Inc., purchased Test Management for Jira from Adaptavist

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synopsis: SmartBear, a leading provider of software development and quality tools, announced the acquisition of Test Management for Jira (TM4J), the #1 user-rated QA and test management app in Jira for enterprise teams, from London-based Adaptavist.
buyer parent: Francisco Partners Management LLC
buyer: SmartBear, Inc.
SmartBear is the leader in software quality tools for teams. The company’s products help deliver the highest quality and best performing software possible. Their tools assist with API testing, UI testing, code review and performance monitoring across mobile, web and desktop applications. "
 seller: Adaptavist
The acquisition includes Test Management for Jira (TM4J), the #1 user-rated QA and test management app in Jira for enterprise teams, from London-based Adaptavist, the leading Atlassian partner globally for professional services, managed services, training, and Atlassian Marketplace Apps.
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closed 3/31/2020 via gamesindustry.biz

Colopl Inc, acquired Mages

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synopsis: Colopl, a Japanese developer that specializes in location-based mobile games, has acquired Mages, a Japanese video game developer and record label. With a strong focus on visual novels, Mages has developed and published several well-received IPs including the Phantom Breaker series and Steins;Gate.
buyer: Colopl Inc (TSE:3668:$374.21)
Colopl is a Japanese developer that specializes in location-based mobile games. Colopl develops enjoyable games to make people's everyday lives richer. Their portfolio of mobile games include White Cat Project, Quiz RPG: The World of Mystic Wiz, Titan Slayer II, and more. "
 target: Mages
Mages is a Japanese video game developer and record label. With a strong focus on visual novels, Mages has developed and published several well-received IPs including the Phantom Breaker series and Steins;Gate. The company has also produced music for various video game and anime projects.
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announced 3/31/2020 via PR Newswire

Palo Alto Networks, will acquire CloudGenix

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synopsis: Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, will be acquiring CloudGenixan industry-leading cloud-delivered SD-WAN provider. CloudGenix connects sites securely with application awareness to seamlessly integrate cloud, align WAN management with business priority, and reduce remote office hardware and operational costs.
buyer: Palo Alto Networks (NYSE:PANW:$3,121.00)
Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, is shaping the cloud-centric future. By delivering an integrated platform and empowering a growing ecosystem of partners, they are at the forefront of protecting tens of thousands of organizations across clouds, networks, and mobile devices. "
 target: CloudGenix
CloudGenix solves WAN challenges by connecting sites securely with application awareness to seamlessly integrate cloud, take advantage of broadband Internet, align WAN management with business priority, and reduce remote office hardware and operational costs.
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closed 3/31/2020 via BNC Analysis

Acuant, acquired Identity Mind Global

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synopsis: Acuant, a company that provides seamless identity verification to build business with valid customers, has acquired IdentityMind, a platform that provides risk management to fight against fraud, money laundering, human trafficking, and terrorist financing.
buyer parent: Audax Group
buyer: Acuant
Acuant provides seamless identity verification to build business with valid customers. The Acuant Trusted Identity Platform is powered by AI for the highest speed and accuracy rates. Omnichannel products provide superior customer experiences that allow businesses to establish trust. "
 target: Identity Mind Global
IdentityMind is a platform providing risk management to fight against fraud, money laundering, human trafficking, and terrorist financing. Their technology creates and utilizes digital identities to reduce fraud risk and decrease compliance cost for identity verification and customer onboarding.
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closed 3/31/2020 via BNC Analysis

Niantic, Inc., acquired 6D.ai

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synopsis: Niantic, the world’s leading AR technology company, has acquired 6D.ai, an augmented reality company that is building a 3D map of the world using only smartphone cameras. 6D.ai's platform offers businesses and developers the ability to incorporate the real world into their products, business flow, communications and learning systems.
buyer: Niantic, Inc.
Niantic is building an augmented reality (AR) platform for current and future generations of AR. Niantic is the company behind the hit mobile game Pokémon Go and its predecessor, Ingress. The Niantic Real World Platform includes a massively scalable engine for a shared state and user interactions. "
 target: 6D.ai
6D.ai is an augmented reality company that is building a 3D map of the world using smartphone cameras. 6D.ai's platform offers businesses and developers the ability to incorporate the real world into their products, business flow, communications and learning systems.
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announced 3/31/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Data443 Risk Mitigation, Inc., will acquire Internet Software Sciences

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synopsis: Data443 Risk Mitigation Inc. will acquire the assets and customer base of Internet Software Sciences (ISS), an innovator of asset management capabilities for IT help desk operations and customer support organizations. ISS’s Web+Center is an open source suite of six web-based IT help desk, Sales CRM, and customer support applications.
buyer: Data443 Risk Mitigation, Inc. (OTCPK:ATDS:$1.16)
Data443 is an industry leader in the data security and privacy business. The company provides software and services to enable secure data across local devices, network, cloud, and databases, at rest and in flight, to provide user-enabled, governance-enabled, up-to-date security for every data point."
 target: Internet Software Sciences
Internet Software Sciences is an innovator of asset management capabilities for IT help desk operations and customer support organizations. The company's Web+Center is a suite of open source, web based help desk software applications for IT help desk, customer support, asset tracking, and more.
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closed 3/31/2020 via BNC Analysis

One.com, acquired Hostnet bv

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synopsis: One.com, a leading European provider of web hosting services, has acquired Hostnet, a Dutch provider of hosting services. Hostnet serves more than 210,000 customers, with a focus on SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises). They offer services for domain registration, web hosting, virtual private servers, Microsoft Office 365, and email.
buyer parent: Cinven
buyer: One.com
One.com is an innovative supplier of web hosting services. Established in 2002 in Denmark, One.com is one of the leading companies in Europe within the provision of domain names and sales of web hosting services to small to medium enterprises (‘SMEs’) and small-office home-offices (‘SOHOs’). "
 target: Hostnet bv
Hostnet is a Dutch provider of hosting services. Hostnet serves more than 210,000 customers, with a focus on SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises). They offer services for domain registration, web hosting, virtual private servers, Microsoft Office 365, and email.
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announced 3/31/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Thoma Bravo, LLC, will acquire Command Alkon Incorporated

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synopsis: Command Alkon, the leading supplier collaboration platform for construction’s heavy work, will be acquired by Thoma Bravo. The acquisition is expected to speed the execution of Command Alkon’s strategy to integrate inter-company supply chain operations in heavy construction via CONNEX, the company’s many-to-many technology platform.
buyer: Thoma Bravo, LLC
Thoma Bravo is a leading private equity firm focused on the software and technology-enabled services sectors. Thoma Bravo partners with management teams to implement operating best practices, invest in growth initiatives, and make accretive acquisitions intended to accelerate revenue and earnings. "
 target parent: Quilvest S.A.
target: Command Alkon Incorporated
Command Alkon is the leading supplier collaboration platform for construction’s heavy work. The company's CONNEX product is a many-to-many technology platform that enables businesses to automate inter-enterprise operations, capture real-time visibility into orders and deliveries, and more.
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closed 3/31/2020 via Company Press Release

MRI Software LLC, acquired Orchard Information Systems Limited

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synopsis: MRI Software has acquired Orchard Information Systems, a specialist provider of software solutions for the UK social housing sector. The acquisition adds to MRI’s offering for the UK residential market, as well as provides innovation and scale to extend the reach of Orchard’s solutions to better serve the growing social housing sector.
buyer parent: GI Partners
buyer: MRI Software LLC
MRI Software is a leading provider of innovative real estate software applications and hosted solutions. MRI's comprehensive and flexible technology platform coupled with an open and connected ecosystem meets the unique needs of real estate businesses from property-level management to analytics. "
 target: Orchard Information Systems Limited
Orchard Information Systems is a leading provider of social housing property management software solutions and services to UK housing organisations and councils. Orchard delivers People First Solutions for housing management, asset management, finance, analytics, and data services.
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announced 3/31/2020 via BusinessWire

Charlesbank Capital Partners LLC, will acquire News America Marketing

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synopsis: Charlesbank Capital Partners, a middle-market private equity investment firm, will be acquiring News America Marketing, the premier marketing partner of some of the world’s most well-known brands. News America Marketing influences the purchasing decisions of online and offline shoppers across the U.S. and Canada.
buyer: Charlesbank Capital Partners LLC
Charlesbank Capital Partners is a middle-market private equity investment firm managing more than $7 billion of capital. Charlesbank focuses on management led buyouts and growth capital financings and also engages in opportunistic credit and technology investments. "
 target parent: News Corporation
target: News America Marketing
News America Marketing is the premier marketing partner of some of the world’s most well-known brands. Its broad network of shopper media, incentive platforms and custom merchandising services influences the purchasing decisions of online and offline shoppers across the U.S. and Canada.
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closed 3/30/2020 via PR Newswire

AlleyCorp, acquired Meetup Inc.

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synopsis: NEW YORK, March 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Meetup, one of the world's first social media platforms and the only one dedicated to groups that meet in-person or online during times of crisis, today announced that the company has been acquired. The consortium of investors is led by Kevin Ryan's AlleyCorp and includes mission-driven private funds and acc
buyer: AlleyCorp
AlleyCorp is a firm dedicated to founding and funding companies in New York City. The firm has helped build some of New York’s most successful technology companies, including DoubleClick, Gilt Groupe, and Business Insider. AlleyCorp invests in early-stage companies across consumer and enterprise. "
 target parent: WeWork
target: Meetup Inc.
Meetup is the leading social media platform dedicated to connecting people in person or online during times of crisis. From professional networking to coding workshops, people use Meetup to meet new people in real life who share those same passions or professional aspirations.
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closed 3/28/2020 via BNC Analysis

PrimeSoft, acquired iGenero

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synopsis: PrimeSoft, an IT services firm specializing in product development, has acquired iGenero, a web and digital media agency in India. iGenero designs transformative products that enable businesses to thrive in the modern digital economy. They specialize in mobile and web engineering, content management systems, integrated marketing, and more.
buyer: PrimeSoft
PrimeSoft is an IT services firm specializing in product development. PrimeSoft offers product development, cloud, quality assurance and consulting services to clients from venture funded startups to publicly traded companies in E-Commerce, Healthcare, Networking, Telecom and Banking. "
 target: iGenero
iGenero is a web and digital media agency in India. iGenero designs and delivers transformative products that drive change and enable businesses to thrive in the modern digital economy. They specialize in mobile and web engineering, content management systems, integrated marketing, and more.
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announced 3/27/2020 via BNC Analysis

Aqualine Ltd., will acquire EPARK Rescue Co., Ltd.

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synopsis: Aqualine, a Japanese provider of emergency plumbing services, will acquire EPARK Rescue from EPARK, an online reservation service in Japan. EPARK Rescue is a comparison site for home services in Japan. EPARK Rescue allows people to search and compare home renovation, glass repair, pest control, appliance repair, and locksmith services.
buyer: Aqualine Ltd. (TSE:6173:$55.38)
Aqualine is a Japanese provider of emergency plumbing services. Aqualine provides emergency repair services for kitchens, bathrooms, toilets, and other water supply products. The company also produces and sells high quality mineral water under their aqua-aqua brand. "
 target parent: eBase Solutions, Inc.
target: EPARK Rescue Co., Ltd.
EPARK Rescue is a comparison site for home services in Japan. EPARK Rescue allows people to search and compare various services providers. The site provides detailed descriptions, prices, and phone numbers for home renovation, glass repair, pest control, appliance repair, and locksmith services.
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announced 3/27/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Emerald Organic Products, Inc., will acquire Bonsa Health

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synopsis: Emerald Organic Products, Inc., a diversified health sciences company, announced it will acquire a 51% controlling stake in Bonsa Health, a leading digital pharmacy capable of same day delivery of Rx medications anywhere in the United States.
buyer: Emerald Organic Products, Inc. (OTCPK:EMOR:$0.00)
Based in New York, Emerald Organic Products, Inc., is a diversified health sciences company focused on providing consumers with one of the most robust health and wellness offerings available today. "
 target: Bonsa Health
Bonsa Health is a leading digital pharmacy capable of same day delivery of Rx medications anywhere in the United States. Bonsa’s HIPAA compliant platform allows patients to look up pharmacy coverage options, prescription availability and discounts before ending the doctor’s consultation.
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closed 3/27/2020 via BNC Analysis

Born In Cleveland, acquired MovieFone

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synopsis: Cleveland O’Neal III, creator and producer of the syndicated daytime entertainment show “Made in Hollywood, has acquired Moviefone through his holding company, Born in Cleveland LLC. Born in Cleveland LLC was the winning bidder in the bankruptcy auction of Moviefone’s parent company Helios and Matheson Analytics.
buyer: Born In Cleveland
Born in Cleveland LLC is a holding company owned by Cleveland O’Neal III. Cleveland O'Neal III is founder, president, and CEO of Connection III Entertainment in LA, the award-winning, Emmy-nominated producer/distributor of family friendly, multicultural media content. "
 target parent: Helios and Matheson
target: MovieFone
Moviefone delivers the best in entertainment, including movie show times and tickets, trailers, TV schedules, streaming information, cast and crew interviews, photo galleries and more. Moviefone’s editorial coverage includes up-to-date entertainment news, trailers and clips.
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closed 3/27/2020 via BNC Analysis

Magic Online, acquired WP Serveur

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synopsis: Magic Online, a French provider of internet and hosting services, has acquired WP Serveur, a French company specializing in the exclusive hosting of WordPress sites. It offers hosting solutions combining high-end servers located on French territory with an ultra-efficient security system.
buyer: Magic Online
Magic Online is a French provider of internet and hosting services. Magic Online offers high-speed internet services to businesses in France. Their hosting services include VOIP telephony, domain names, cloud, email, dedicated servers, and more. "
 target: WP Serveur
WP Serveur is a French company specializing in the exclusive hosting of WordPress sites. It offers hosting solutions combining high-end servers located on French territory with an ultra-efficient security system.
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closed 3/27/2020 via BNC Analysis

Les Echos SA, acquired ChangeNOW

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synopsis: Les Echos – Le Parisien group, a leading French media group, has acquired 55% majority stake in ChangeNOW, an international summit, established in 2017, which seeks to help accelerate the transition to a more sustainable world.
buyer parent: LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA
buyer: Les Echos SA
Les Echos is the leading source of French economic and financial information. It is available on the Internet, tablet, mobile and newsstand. It deals with and analyzes all the national, regional and international news, having repercussions on the life of the business. "
 target: ChangeNOW
ChangeNOW is an international summit which seeks to help accelerate the transition to a more sustainable world. The annual summit brings together successful changemakers and thought leaders from across the world to share their visions and experiences, and support sustainable, effective solutions.
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Microsoft Corporation, will acquire Affirmed Networks

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synopsis: Microsoft will acquire Affirmed Networks, the leader in virtualized, cloud-native 5G networks. With the acquisition of Affirmed Networks, Microsoft will be able to offer new and innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of operators, including managing their network workloads in the cloud.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$134,249.00)
Microsoft is the leading software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services. They offer Business Software, Design Tools, Developer Tools, Home & Educational Software, Tablets, Search, Advertising, Cloud Computing and more. "
 target: Affirmed Networks
Affirmed Networks is the leader in virtualized, cloud-native 5G networks. Operators deploy Affirmed’s NFV (Network Functions Virtualization) solutions to deliver differentiated 5G services, including mobile broadband, IoT, carrier-grade Wi-Fi roaming, connected cars, and more.
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GRO Capital, will acquire Queue-it

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synopsis: Denmark-based GRO Capital will acquire Queue-it, a leader of virtual waiting room software and services. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Queue-it controls online traffic during massive end-user peaks in connection with product launches, shopping holidays, and other activities that drive significant attention to websites and apps.
buyer: GRO Capital
Denmark-based GRO Capital is a North European private equity fund with an exclusive focus on mature B2B software and tech enabled companies with strong growth prospects. GRO Capital serves as active owners developing portfolio companies with a view to create long-term value. "
 target: Queue-it
Denmark-based Queue-it is the leading developer of virtual waiting room services to control website and app traffic surges by offloading visitors to an online queue. Its SaaS platform enables enterprises to keep their systems online, their visitors informed and capture key sales and online activity.
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closed 3/27/2020 via WebWire

Advanced, acquired Tikit Limited

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synopsis: UK-based Advanced has acquired Tikit, a global legal, accounting, and professional services software business. Headquartered in London, Tikit focuses its solutions around four key business challenges for professional services firms: Practice and Case Management; Time and Billing; Document Lifecycle; and Marketing and Business Development.
buyer parent: Vista Equity Partners
buyer: Advanced
Advanced is the third largest British software and services company in the UK. The company helps organisations create the right digital foundations that drive productivity, insight, and innovation while remaining safe, secure and compliant. "
 target parent: BT Group plc
target: Tikit Limited (TIK:$16.51)
Tikit is a UK-based company that develops solutions for business challenges for professional services firms. The company provides a connected environment comprising its proprietary software complemented by applications from long-standing partners, to create integrated and specialised solutions.
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closed 3/26/2020 via Company Press Release

Registrar Corp, acquired 22000-Tools

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synopsis: Registrar Corp, a leading provider of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) compliance services, announced its acquisition of Vinca, LLC (www.22000-Tools.com).  22000-Tools.com has provided online training for food safety management systems since 2001.  Over 10,000 global users have utilized their 100% online courses.
buyer parent: Bertram Capital Management LLC
buyer: Registrar Corp
Registrar Corp is a leading SaaS assisted provider of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) compliance services to domestic and foreign food, medical device, drugs, and cosmetic facilities. Registrar Corp was founded in 2003 and has headquarters in Hampton, Virginia, USA. "
 target: 22000-Tools
22000-Tools.com by Vinca, LLC has provided online training for food safety management systems since 2001. Over 10,000 global users have utilized their 100% online courses, which cover topics including ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, SQF, ISO 9001, GFSI, FSMA, and more.
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announced 3/26/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Sinch AB, will acquire Wavy Global

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synopsis: Sinch AB (publ), a global leader in cloud communications for mobile customer engagement, will acquire Wavy from Movile, an ecosystem of leading technology companies in Latin America. Wavy is a leading business messaging provider in Latin America. Their solutions enable their clients to interact with their customers through multiple channels.
buyer: Sinch AB (OM:SINCH:$506.89)
Sinch brings businesses and people closer with tools enabling personal engagement. Its leading cloud communications platform lets businesses reach every mobile phone on the planet, in seconds or less, through mobile messaging, voice and video. "
 target parent: Naspers Ltd.
target: Wavy Global
Wavy is a leading business messaging provider in Latin America. Wavy helps companies to strengthen their relationship with their customers using multiple channels. Wavy's customer service platform enables their clients to interact with their customers via WhatsApp, SMS, phone, chat, email, and more.
price ($mm)
$127
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$99
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$10
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closed 3/26/2020 via Company Press Release

Lambert & Co., acquired Fairly Painless Advertising

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synopsis: Lambert & Co., Michigan’s largest public relations and integrated marketing firm, has announced the acquisition of branding, creative and digital agency Fairly Painless Advertising.
buyer: Lambert & Co.
Lambert & Co. is a public relations, investor relations and integrated marketing firm. Lambert helps clients across the globe to build brand awareness, drive sales and scale business. Their portfolio of clients spans a broad spectrum of industries including automotive, food, education and more. "
 target: Fairly Painless Advertising
Fairly Painless is a full-service advertising agency providing research, planning and creative services spanning print and digital design, brand strategy, advertising copy and creative, video production, web development, digital marketing services and ad buying.
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closed 3/26/2020 via BNC Analysis

KPMG International, acquired Shivansh Solutions

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synopsis: KPMG, a global network of professional services firms, has acquired Shivansh Solutions, a SAP consulting company in India. Shivansh provides tailored solutions to help their clients get the most out of their SAP investment. Their services include SAP implementation, offshore & onsite support, business process consultancy, SAP system audit and more.
buyer: KPMG International
KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. They operate in 154 countries and territories and have 200,000 people working in member firms around the world. "
 target: Shivansh Solutions
Shivansh Solutions is a SAP consulting company in India. Shivansh provides tailored solutions to help their clients get the most out of their SAP investment. Their services include SAP implementation, offshore & onsite support, business process consultancy, SAP system audit, and data migration.
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announced 3/26/2020 via PR Newswire

Advance, Inc., Orkila Capital, LLC, will acquire Ironman

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synopsis: Advance announced that it has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement with Wanda Sports Group Company Limited to acquire The IRONMAN Group.  The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series. Orkila Capital will co-invest in The IRONMAN Group.
buyer: Orkila Capital, LLC
buyer: Advance, Inc.
Advance is a private, family-owned business that owns, operates and invests in companies spanning media, entertainment, technology, communications, education and other promising growth sectors. Orkila Capital is a growth equity investment firm founded by Jesse Du Bey. "
 target parent: Dalian Wanda Group Co., Ltd.
target: Ironman
The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series and many more. It is the largest operator of mass participation sports in the world and provides more than a million participants annually the benefits of endurance sports.
price ($mm)
$730
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closed 3/26/2020 via BNC Analysis

Litera Corp, purchased Best Authority Product from Levit & James, Inc.

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synopsis: Litera, a provider of software for drafting, proofreading, comparing, repairing, cleaning, and securing documents in the legal and life sciences industries, has acquired Best Authority, the leading standalone product among legal professionals for generating tables of authorities in legal briefs. Best Authority is developed by Levit & James Inc.
buyer parent: HgCapital
buyer: Litera Corp
Litera is a provider of software for drafting, proofreading, comparing, repairing, cleaning, and securing documents in the legal and life sciences industries worldwide. Litera’s core products empower users to generate, review, and distribute high-quality content quickly and securely. "
 seller: Levit & James, Inc.
Levit & James is a software company which specializes in software products for attorneys and law firms. Best Authority was developed by Levit & James and is the leading standalone product among legal professionals for generating tables of authorities in legal briefs.
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announced 3/26/2020 via BNC Analysis

Financial Products Group Co., Ltd., will acquire Ken First Co., Ltd.

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synopsis: Financial Products Group (FPG), a Japanese provider of financial services, will acquire Ken First, a Japanese IT company that specializes in systems integration and chatbots. Ken First helps their clients to find and develop the systems and infrastructure their business needs. They also offer an Oracle-based chatbot API.
buyer: Financial Products Group Co., Ltd. (TSE:7148:$250.14)
Financial Products Group (FPG) is a Japanese provider of financial services. FPG provides various financial products to high revenue generating companies and high net worth individuals. FPG offers lease arrangement, real estate investment, M&A, and insurance brokerage services. "
 target: Ken First Co., Ltd.
Ken First is a Japanese IT company that specializes in systems integration and chatbots. Ken First helps their clients to find and develop the systems and infrastructure their business needs. They also offer an Oracle-based chatbot API that enables businesses to improve their customer support.
price ($mm)
$5.46
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$5
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1.1x
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closed 3/26/2020 via BNC Analysis

SoloSegment LLC, acquired Thematically

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synopsis: SoloSegment has acquired Thematically's AI models and underlying assets, Thematically Discover, further cementing the company's position as the leader in B2B behavior-based personalization. The Thematically Discover platform combines machine intelligence with human intelligence to allow analysts to find data-driven themes faster.
buyer: SoloSegment LLC
SoloSegment is a SaaS marketing technology company that provides B2B enterprises a robust, scalable content engagement engine that predicts the goals of customers and determines what content they need to see to achieve that goal. "
 target: Thematically
Thematically is a developer of analytics software focused on using AI to accelerate human intelligence. The company's Thematically Discover platform utilizes machine intelligence, in combination with human intelligence, to allow analysts to find data-driven themes faster.
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closed 3/26/2020 via Company Press Release

PerchPeek, acquired Prelo IO

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synopsis: UK-based PerchPeek, an AI-powered relocation agent that connects tenants to landlords more efficiently, has acquired the Irish company PRELO, a digital relocation platform. PRELO provides employees with the ability to manage their relocation experience, from finding housemates and home discovery to community engagement in their new location.
buyer: PerchPeek
UK-based PerchPeek is an AI-powered relocation agent, connecting tenants to landlords more efficiently. The company's app uses AI to learn users' personal preferences and guides them toward properties that interest them most. "
 target: Prelo IO
Ireland-based PRELO is a digital platform that provides employees with the ability to manage their relocation experience. From finding housemates and home discovery to community engagement in their new location, PRELO provides users with the help needed throughout the entire relocation process.
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announced 3/26/2020 via BNC Analysis

Minsheng Education Group, will purchase TCL Educational Web from TCL Corporation

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synopsis: Chinese education services provider Minsheng Education Group is acquiring TCL Educational Web from TCL Technology, an affiliate of state-backed electronics maker TCL Corporation. TCL Educational Web offers online education in China.
buyer: Minsheng Education Group (SEHK:1569:$141.97)
Minsheng Education Group Company Limited is an investment holding company. The Company is principally engaged in the provision of education services in China. The Company provides higher education with the focus on private education of nurturing professionals. "
 seller: TCL Corporation
The acquisition includes TCL Educational Web, which offers online education in China. TCL Corporation is a partially state-owned Chinese multinational electronics company headquartered in Huizhou, Guangdong Province.
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closed 3/25/2020 via Company Press Release

Direct Impact Solutions, acquired CoreSolutions Software, Inc.

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synopsis: Direct Impact Solutions has purchased the FileMaker custom development business, including the CoreSolutions name, trademarks, and related intellectual property (IP), from FreePoint Technologies.
buyer: Direct Impact Solutions
Direct Impact Solutions is renowned as a world leader in the development, integration and optimization of custom-made solutions built with the FileMaker® Workplace Innovation Platform. "
 target parent: FreePoint Technologies, Inc.
target: CoreSolutions Software, Inc.
The acquisition includes the FileMaker custom development business, including the CoreSolutions name, trademarks, and related intellectual property (IP), from FreePoint Technologies.
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Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, acquired Zed Books Limited

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synopsis: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, a global independent publisher, has acquired Zed Books Limited, the London-based academic and non-fiction publisher. Zed will operate within Bloomsbury's Academic & Professional division, strengthening its offerings in African Studies and Development Studies.
buyer: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc (LSE:BMY:$182.14)
Bloomsbury Publishing is a global independent publisher across trade, specialist, professional, school, and higher education markets. Its Academic division publishes around 1,800 titles per year, specializing in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. "
 target: Zed Books Limited
UK-based Zed is the world's largest publishing collective that operates in two divisions, Zed Books and Zed Scholar. Zed Books publishes socially and politically meaningful books for general readers. Zed Scholar is an award-winning, academic publisher of critical social science research.
price ($mm)
$2.28
rev ($mm)
$1
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2.2x
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closed 3/20/2020 via BusinessWire

EPAM Systems, acquired Deltix, Inc.

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synopsis: Deltix, Inc. announced that it has been acquired by EPAM Systems, Inc. Deltix provides software and services to buy-side and sell-side firms for quantitative research and algorithmic trading. They cover data collection and aggregation, advanced analytics, model development, back-testing, simulation and live trading.
buyer: EPAM Systems (EPAM:$2,293.80)
EPAM Systems, Inc. leverages its software engineering expertise in product development, digital platform engineering, and top digital and product design agency. EPAM, through its 'Engineering DNA' and innovative strategy, helps customers with consulting and design capabilities to deliver solutions. "
 target: Deltix, Inc.
Deltix provides software and services to buy-side and sell-side firms for quantitative research and algorithmic trading. They cover data collection and aggregation, advanced analytics, model development, back-testing, simulation and live trading.
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$11
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announced 3/20/2020 via BNC Analysis

Piteco S.p.A., will acquire Everymake S.r.l.

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synopsis: Piteco, Italian leader in the design and implementation of management solutions for Treasury and Financial Planning, will acquire Everymake S.r.l. Everymake offers cloud software products mostly for financial data matching as well as vertical solutions for the utilities sector.
buyer parent: DEDAGROUP S.p.A.
buyer: Piteco S.p.A. (BIT:PITE:$23.57)
Piteco S.p.A. is the leading software house in Italy in Corporate Treasury Management solutions and Financial Planning, with over 600 national and international groups active in all Industrial sectors (excluding Banks and P.A.). "
 target: Everymake S.r.l.
Everymake S.r.l., based in Italy, offers cloud software products mostly for financial data matching as well as vertical solutions for the utilities sector, financial companies, consumer credit sector, financial leasing, factoring and related business sectors.
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$0.62
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$1
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1.1x
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closed 3/20/2020 via BusinessWire

Ruby Has, acquired Easypost

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synopsis: Ruby Has, one of the fastest growing ecommerce fulfillment companies, has acquired EasyPost Fulfillment Services, the first RESTful API for shipping. Integrate once with EasyPost and seamlessly add carriers, generate shipping labels, track packages in near real-time and insure shipments.
buyer: Ruby Has
Ruby Has is one of the fastest growing ecommerce fulfillment providers for direct-to-consumer brands and retailers, fulfilling their brand promises with precision, customization and excellence at scale. "
 target: Easypost
EasyPost was founded in 2012 as the first RESTful API for shipping. EasyPost has thousands of customers shipping millions of packages each month. Integrate once with EasyPost and seamlessly add carriers, generate shipping labels, track packages in near real-time and insure shipments.
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closed 3/20/2020 via BusinessWire

Stoneridge Software, acquired Advanced Business Systems LLC

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synopsis: Stoneridge Software, the largest Microsoft Gold ERP & CRM Partner in the upper Midwest, has acquired Advanced Business Systems, LLC, a Metairie based company that helps customers modernize their ERP and CRM technologies to become more efficient and profitable.
buyer: Stoneridge Software
Stoneridge Software is the largest Microsoft Gold ERP & CRM Partner. As a business technology firm with specialties in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Dynamics AX, Dynamics NAV, and Dynamics CRM, Stoneridge focuses on providing stellar solutions that deliver maximum business impact. "
 target parent: Generational Equity
target: Advanced Business Systems LLC
Advanced Business Systems (ABS) helps customers modernize their ERP and CRM technologies to become more efficient and profitable. The Company is a Gold Microsoft Partner that delivers Microsoft products to small and medium businesses to improve productivity, decrease costs, and increase revenue.
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Facedrive, will acquire HiRide

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synopsis: Facedrive Inc., the first Canadian peer-to-peer, eco-friendly and socially responsible ride-sharing network, has entered into a Share Exchange Agreement to acquire 100% of HiRide, a socially responsible ride-sharing and car-pooling app.
buyer: Facedrive (TSXV:FD:$0.26)
Facedrive is the first Canadian peer-to-peer ridesharing company that currently operates in Toronto/GTA, Hamilton, London and Guelph, ON. A unique people and planet-first ridesharing platform, Facedrive contributes a portion of each ride towards tree planting, done locally within the city/province. "
 target: HiRide
HiRide is an evolution in carpooling. HiRide is an innovative, first-of-its-kind long-distance travel carpooling app that seeks to change the face of transportation for commuters. They are based in Canada.
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$0.75
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closed 3/20/2020 via BusinessWire

Nemko, acquired System Sikkerhet AS

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synopsis: Nemko Group, a company that offers testing, inspection, and certification services worldwide, announced the acquisition of Norway-based System Sikkerhet AS, a leading provider of assessment and consultancy services within the fields of information technology and cybersecurity.
buyer: Nemko
The Nemko Group offers testing, inspection, and certification services worldwide, mainly concerning products and systems, but also for machinery, installations, and personnel. Nemko reduces time to market through high-quality service and the highest international recognition. "
 target: System Sikkerhet AS
System Sikkerhet AS, located in Arendal, Norway, is a leading provider of assessment and consultancy services within the fields of information technology and cybersecurity.
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closed 3/20/2020 via BNC Analysis

GPS Bulgaria, acquired Mobiliz

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synopsis: Turkish private equity firm Mediterra Private Equity sold its portfolio company Mobiliz Information and Communication Technologies Inc. to GPS Bulgaria. Mobiliz provides telematics solutions for vehicle tracking, mobile video recording and camera tracking.
buyer: GPS Bulgaria
GPS Bulgaria is a leading Bulgarian provider of technologically advanced GPS/GSM based solutions for fleet management, vehicle security, personal tracking, monitoring of ships and railway vehicles, as well as other specialized solutions for businesses in Bulgaria. "
 target parent: Mediterra Capital
target: Mobiliz
Founded in 2004, Mobiliz is one of the two biggest players in Turkish fleet telematics industry. Fleet telematics services allow companies to better manage their fleet in terms of driver, vehicle and operational management.
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closed 3/20/2020 via Yahoo, Inc.

Global Resale, acquired CFA Trading Ltd

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synopsis: Global Resale, a company focused on resale, processing and disposition of technology devices, has acquired CFA Trading. CFA, founded in 2004 and based in Poole, UK, is a leading technology refurbishing company in the UK. It refurbishes, repairs, and upgrades computers, mobile devices and other IT assets.
buyer: Global Resale
Global Resale is a full-service, international resell and reverse logistics business focused on the mobile, IT, and electronics sectors. Global Resale offers a full range of reverse logistics capabilities, including takeback, collection, inventory, data sanitization, repair, harvesting, and resell. "
 target: CFA Trading Ltd
CFA, founded in 2004 and based in Poole, UK, is a leading technology refurbishing company in the UK. The company has become the largest Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR) in Europe, and refurbishes, repairs, and upgrades computers, mobile devices and other IT assets.
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Village Media Inc., acquired Sudbury.com

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synopsis: Village Media Inc., one of the largest digital media networks in Ontario, has acquired Laurentian Media Group, a Canadian newspaper and digital publishing company. Laurentian Media Group owns Northern Life, Sudbury.com, as well as affiliated publications such as Northern Ontario Business.
buyer: Village Media Inc.
Village Media is one of the largest digital media networks in Ontario and operates several local news and community websites, including SooToday.com, BayToday.ca, TimminsToday.com, GuelphToday.com, BarrieToday.com, ElliotLakeToday.com, OrilliaMatters.com, BradfordToday.ca, and CollingwoodToday.ca. "
 target: Sudbury.com
Laurentian Media Group is a Canadian newspaper and digital publishing company and the owner of Northern Life, Sudbury.com, and other affiliated publications. Sudbury.com is one of the most successful digital news sites in Ontario, providing local news, entertainment, crime, sports news, and more.
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closed 3/19/2020 via BusinessWire

UserTesting, acquired Teston

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synopsis: UserTesting, the leading provider for on-demand human insights, has acquired Teston, a European provider of multilingual experience testing for fast customer feedback. Getting customer feedback is critical for businesses of any size, and Teston has built its feedback solution with a focus on multi-language support from the ground up.
buyer: UserTesting
UserTesting enables every organization to deliver the best customer experience powered by human insight. With UserTesting’s on-demand Human Insight Platform, companies across industries make accurate customer-first decisions at every level, at the speed business demands. "
 target: Teston
Teston is a European provider of multilingual experience testing for fast customer feedback. Getting customer feedback is critical for businesses of any size, anywhere around the world–and Teston has built its feedback solution with a focus on multi-language support from the ground up.
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announced 3/19/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Xalles, will acquire MinervaWorks

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synopsis: Xalles, a holding company that focuses on direct investments in disruptive fintech companies, will acquire MinervaWorks, a provider of technology consulting, architecture, engineering, platform management, and support services. MinervaWorks utilizes a proprietary technology probe to help their clients identify and solve their IT problems.
buyer: Xalles (OTCPK:XALL:$0.00)
Xalles Holdings Inc. is a holding company that focuses on direct investments in disruptive fintech companies. They actively seek acquisition targets with solid management teams and business models, large total attainable markets, and lucrative exit opportunities to invest and accelerate growth in. "
 target: MinervaWorks
MinervaWorks provides technology consulting, architecture, engineering, platform management, and operational support services. MinervaWorks' proprietary technology probe, The Brick, enables them to analyze their clients technology infrastructure to efficiently identify and solve IT problems.
price ($mm)
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$2
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closed 3/19/2020 via BNC Analysis

Central Research Inc., acquired Global Emergency Response Inc.

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synopsis: Lowell-based Central Research Inc., a provider of management and financial services for government and commercial sectors, announced the purchase of Global Emergency Response Inc., a software and technology services company that specializes in emergency technology systems.
buyer: Central Research Inc.
Central Research, Inc. (CRI) provides customized management and financial service solutions for government and commercial sectors, including records and document management, call center and debt collection, and improper payments. "
 target: Global Emergency Response Inc.
Global Emergency Response was founded in 2004 and is based in Augusta, Ga. The company provides web and mobile-based, near real-time status tracking and situational awareness information systems for use by healthcare, emergency response and governmental organizations, according to a news release.
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closed 3/19/2020 via BNC Analysis

Amuka Esports, acquired Incendium Gaming Ltd.

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synopsis: Amuka Esports announced it has fully acquired Incendium Gaming, a leading tournament organizer in the fighting game community (FGC). Founded in 2019, Incendium has hosted over 20 events under its own brand and is contracted out to produce tournaments for larger events like GOML and World Gaming.
buyer: Amuka Esports
Amuka Esports creates localized esports hubs in cities across North America. Each hub consists of a game venue, tournament organizer, content team, merchandise brands and incubator. "
 target: Incendium Gaming Ltd.
Incendium Gaming specializes in producing tournaments and events for the fighting game community (FGC). They host bi-weekly and monthly events at Waves Gaming in Toronto as well as host major events for game publishers such as Capcom and Bandai Namco.
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closed 3/19/2020 via BNC Analysis

Nihilent Technologies Pvt. Ltd., acquired Hypercollective

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synopsis: Nihilent, a global consulting and services company, has acquired Hypercollective, a cross-disciplinary innovations agency based in India. Hypercollective focuses on providing corporates, brands and governments with solutions for communications, strategy, content, design and technology, and data.
buyer: Nihilent Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Nihilent is a global consulting and solutions integration company using a holistic and systems approach to problem solving. Headquartered in Pune India, Nihilent’s executive team has over 350 person-years of experience in international consulting, IT outsourcing and IT services. "
 target: Hypercollective
Hypercollective is a cross-disciplinary innovations agency based in India. Hypercollective focuses on providing corporates, brands and governments with solutions for communications, strategy, content, design and technology, and data.
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closed 3/19/2020 via BusinessWire

Maven Inc., acquired LiftIgniter

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synopsis: Maven has acquired LiftIgniter, a company that leverages high-performance machine learning algorithms to determine in-the-moment user interest and intent to produce a personalized online experience. LiftIgniter provides on-site and in-app content recommendations across hundreds of leading digital properties worldwide.
buyer: Maven Inc. (OTCPK:MVEN:$0.38)
Maven is a coalition of content producers, from individual thought-leaders to world-leading independent publishers, operating on a shared digital publishing, advertising, and distribution platform and unified under a single media brand. "
 target: LiftIgniter
LiftIgniter leverages high-performance machine learning algorithms to determine in-the-moment user interest and intent to produce a personalized online experience. LiftIgniter provides on-site and in-app content recommendations across hundreds of leading digital properties worldwide.
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closed 3/19/2020 via PR Web

Freedom Consulting Group, acquired Geodata IT, LLC

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synopsis: Freedom Consulting Group (FCG) has acquired Geodata IT, a geospatial IT solutions provider for agencies within the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. The acquisition of Geodata IT enables FCG to expand its core capabilities while simultaneously allowing for greater growth in the St. Louis Geographic Information System market.
buyer: Freedom Consulting Group
Freedom Consulting Group (FCG) is a data analytics, business intelligence, and engineering solution provider serving the Intelligence Community. FCG has established itself as a leader in providing critical solutions to our nation’s toughest national security challenges. "
 target: Geodata IT, LLC
Geodata IT is an innovative and advanced technology company that utilizes the best engineering practices to provide cost-effective information technology, data science, and Geographic Information System (GIS) solutions designed to help its customers meet their mission.
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M3 USA Corporation, purchased Healthcare Market Research Business from Manthan Systems

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synopsis: M3 Global Research announced the acquisition of Manthan's healthcare market research business. India-based Manthan is a cloud analytics company pioneering applications for retail and consumer-facing businesses. Its healthcare division will be rebranded after the acquisition as m360 Research.
buyer parent: M3, Inc.
buyer: M3 USA Corporation
M3 USA (M3 Global Research), named to represent Medicine, Media, and Metamorphosis, was founded to change the world of medicine through full use of the power of the Internet. M3 provides the life science industry with highly targeted interactive marketing, education, content, and research solutions."
 seller: Manthan Systems
The acquisition includes the healthcare market research business of Manthan. India-based Manthan is a cloud analytics company pioneering applications for retail and consumer-facing businesses. Its healthcare division will be rebranded after the acquisition as m360 Research.
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Alibaba Pictures, will acquire Yinhekuyu Media

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synopsis: Alibaba Pictures, the stock market-listed film subsidiary of Chinese tech giant Alibaba, will acquire an 80% stake in Yinhekuyu Media, a variety show producer in China. Yinhekuyu produces short videos, films and web TV dramas. The company has helped produce Mars Intelligence Agency, a popular TV show that has attracted over a billion views.
buyer parent: Alibaba Group
buyer: Alibaba Pictures (SEHK:1060:$423.52)
Alibaba Pictures is the flagship unit of Alibaba Group’s entertainment arm and its core businesses includes: film and television production centered on IP; internet-based promotion and distribution combining internet technologies and traditional off-line distribution; and more. "
 target: Yinhekuyu Media
Yinhekuyu Media is a variety show producer in China. Yinhekuyu focuses on producing short videos, films and web TV dramas. The company has helped produce Mars Intelligence Agency, a popular TV show in China that has attracted over a billion views.
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closed 3/19/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Volaris Group Inc., acquired Collab - Soluções Informáticas de Comunicação e Colaboração

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synopsis: Volaris Group announced that it has completed the acquisition of Collab - Soluções Informáticas de Comunicação e Colaboração (Collab), a provider of mission critical multi-media Contact Center solutions including Contact Center On-Premise, Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS), and cloud PBX solutions.
buyer parent: Constellation Software, Inc.
buyer: Volaris Group Inc.
Headquartered in Canada, Volaris acquires, strengthens and grows vertical market technology companies. As an Operating Group of Constellation Software Inc., Volaris is all about strengthening businesses within the markets they compete and enabling them to grow. "
 target: Collab - Soluções Informáticas de Comunicação e Colaboração
Collab is a provider of mission critical multi-media Contact Center solutions including Contact Center On-Premise, Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS), and cloud PBX solutions, provided to telecommunications services providers and contact center solution providers worldwide.
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$6.79
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Equiniti Limited, acquired Monidee

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synopsis: Equiniti Group plc, an international technology-led services and payments specialist, is delighted to announce the acquisition of Monidee, an employee share plans technology business based in Amsterdam.
buyer: Equiniti Limited (LSE:EQN:$669.57)
Equiniti is a specialist outsourcer delivering technology-enabled solutions to some of the UK’s brands and public sector organisations. They offer share registration and associated investor services, employee share plan administration, pension administration and software, & employee benefit schemes."
 target: Monidee
MonIdee is a leading B2B Fintech software solution provider of Employee Reward Plan, Financial Participation and Compliance Solutions. Monidee’s web-based platform tOption has been designed and fine-tuned to meet the needs of a wide range of companies worldwide.
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Billups, acquired MacDonald Media, LLC

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synopsis: Billups, the largest privately-held advertising technology company in the U.S. specializing in Out-of-Home (OOH), has acquired MacDonald Media, the leading independent media agency specializing in OOH and Non-Traditional Media. MacDonald Media provides innovative OOH media solutions, including strategy, planning, buying, and reporting.
buyer: Billups
Billups is an advertising technology company servicing the Out Of Home and Digital Out Of Home marketplace, powered by the leading outdoor advertising platform. Billups offers services including strategic planning, buying, printing, and brand experiences. "
 target: MacDonald Media, LLC
MacDonald Media is the leading independent media agency specializing in Out-of-Home and Non-Traditional Media. The company provides strategy, planning, buying, and reporting from offices across the country.
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closed 3/13/2020 via BNC Analysis

Essential Media Group, acquired Essential Media Group

See 460 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Essential Media Group’s CEO and president, Greg Quail and Jesse Fawcett, has acquired the company back from Kew Media Group, a Canadian content company. Essential Media Group is an award-winning film and television production company. Essential Media produces high quality entertainment for broadcast networks and streaming platforms worldwide.
buyer: Essential Media Group
Essential Media Group is a talent-friendly, award-winning film and television production company. Essential Media produces high quality entertainment for broadcast networks and streaming platforms worldwide. Their shows include Restored, Ghost Loop, Road to Riches, Rake, and more. "
 target parent: Kew Media Group Inc.
target: Essential Media Group
Essential Media Group is a talent-friendly, award-winning film and television production company. Essential Media produces high quality entertainment for broadcast networks and streaming platforms worldwide. Their shows include Restored, Ghost Loop, Road to Riches, Rake, and more.
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closed 3/13/2020 via BNC Analysis

Outdooractive, acquired mountNpass

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synopsis: Outdooractive, Europe’s largest outdoor portal for hiking, cycling, mountain biking and skiing, has acquired mountNpass, a digital cycling network in France. mountNpass enables cyclists to discover the best cycling and mountain biking routes in France and Europe. The platform provides guides for destinations, amenities, and cycling clubs.
buyer: Outdooractive
Outdooractive is Europe’s largest outdoor portal for hiking, cycling, mountain biking and skiing. Outdooractive provides countless trails, tracks and route suggestions with detailed descriptions and photos. Their travel guides and app allow people to easily plan their routes and discover the world. "
 target: mountNpass
mountNpass is a digital cycling network in France. mountNpass enables cyclists of all experience levels to discover the best cycling and mountain biking routes in France and Europe. The platform provides guides for destinations, amenities, and cycling clubs.
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closed 3/13/2020 via BusinessWire

Herb Besaw, acquired Spoon Exhibit Services, Inc.

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synopsis: SPOON Exhibit Services, Inc., a full-service global tradeshow and event planning company offering 3D-marketing solutions, event management, exhibit design, fabrication, manufacturing, and rental services, has been acquired by President and CEO, Herb Besaw.
buyer: Herb Besaw
Herb Besaw is the President and CEO of SPOON Exhibits & Events, a full-service tradeshow exhibit house and corporate marketing event and meeting management organization with offices in Macedon, NY, Atlanta, GA and Las Vegas, NV. "
 target: Spoon Exhibit Services, Inc.
Spoon Exhibit Services, Inc. is a full-service global tradeshow and event planning company offering 3D-marketing solutions, event management, exhibit design, fabrication, manufacturing, and rental services from its headquarters in Macedon, NY.
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closed 3/13/2020 via PR Newswire

The Mom Project, Inc, acquired Werk Enterprises, Inc.

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synopsis: The Mom Project, the leader in helping Enterprises attract and retain female talent, announced its acquisition of Werk, a first-of-its-kind people analytics platform that puts flexibility insights and data into the hands of companies to help them work smarter.
buyer: The Mom Project, Inc
The Mom Project is the career destination for moms. Through their digital marketplace and community, they connect professionally accomplished women with world-class companies. "
 target: Werk Enterprises, Inc.
Werk is a fast-growing enterprise SaaS platform based in New York City. They help companies improve their employee experience through flexibility. Werk uses behavioral science, predictive analytics, and on-platform solutions to drive productivity, retention, and engagement among employees.
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closed 3/13/2020 via BNC Analysis

Agilitas Private Equity LLP, acquired Learning Curve Group

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synopsis: Pan-European private equity firm Agilitas has acquired education and training specialist Learning Curve Group (LCG) from MML Capital. Learning Curve Group (LCG) is a training and education specialist in the UK. LCG offers a wide range of courses to help people improve their skills and employers maximise their workforce efficiency.
buyer: Agilitas Private Equity LLP
Agilitas focuses on making transformational investments in defensible businesses. The team was founded in 2011 by an experienced and successful team of former colleagues who had previously invested €1.5bn in 28 private equity transactions across Europe. "
 target parent: MML Capital Partners LLC
target: Learning Curve Group
Learning Curve Group (LCG) is a training and education specialist in the UK. LCG works with further education providers, employers and learners to help them achieve success. LCG offers a wide range of courses to help people improve their skills and employers maximise their workforce efficiency.
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$179
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announced 3/13/2020 via BNC Analysis

Orgo Tech, will acquire HUBSO

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synopsis: Orgo Tech, a Swedish software development company that optimizes websites for higher security and speed, will acquire an 83.5% stake in HUBSO, a one-stop hub for Swedish influencers who want to create their own brand. HUBSO provides influencers with production, marketing and e-commerce solutions to help them create and develop their brand.
buyer: Orgo Tech
Orgo Tech is a Swedish software development company that optimizes websites for higher security and speed. Orgo Tech provides web solutions and tools that enable users to speed up their websites by reducing the size of their images. "
 target: HUBSO
HUBSO is a one-stop hub for Swedish influencers who want to create their own brand. HUBSO is changing the industry by launching authentic influencer brands. They provide influencers with production, marketing and e-commerce solutions to help them create and develop their brand.
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closed 3/13/2020 via BNC Analysis

MPE Soluções, acquired Nublify

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synopsis: MPE Soluções, a Brazilian company focused on delivering complete technology solutions for products and services, has acquired the Sao Paulo based Nublify, a company focused on services using Cloud technologies. Nublify develops software that ranges from reference architectures to software that accelerates cloud migration and monitoring.
buyer: MPE Soluções
MPE Soluções is a Brazilian company focused on delivering complete technology solutions for products and services. The company offers customized and tailor-made solutions for its customers through high-level service and cutting edge technology. "
 target: Nublify
Nublify is a Brazilian company focused on services using Cloud technologies. From reference architectures to software that accelerates cloud migration and monitoring, Nublify develops integration solutions that allow customers to solve challenges quickly and more efficiently.
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closed 3/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

KEA Group, acquired Institut de Formation d'Ostéopathes Animaliers

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synopsis: The KEA Group, a holding company in France, has acquired Institut de Formation d'Ostéopathes Animaliers (IFOA), a French training institute for animal osteopathy. IFOA teaches various manual therapies related to equine and canine osteopathy. IFOA serves over 300 students through their 3 training centers in Europe.
buyer: KEA Group
The KEA Group is a holding company in France. KEA's holdings include Ecole Supérieure d'Ostéopathie (ESO), a private higher education institution focused on osteopathy; and Ecole Supérieure de Naturopathie (ESNAT), a higher education institution focused on Naturopathy. "
 target: Institut de Formation d'Ostéopathes Animaliers
Institut de Formation d'Ostéopathes Animaliers (IFOA) is a French training institute for animal osteopathy. IFOA teaches various manual therapies related to equine and canine osteopathy. IFOA serves over 300 students through their 3 training centers in Europe.
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announced 3/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

ViRvii, Inc., will acquire Rhizome Productions, Inc.

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synopsis: ViRvii, Inc., a technology firm that aims to bring virtual reality to art, will acquire Rhizome Productions, Inc., a virtual reality consulting and production company. Rhizome has consulted on virtual reality projects for a global client base comprised of gaming companies and studios.
buyer: ViRvii, Inc.
ViRvii a technology firm that aims to bring virtual reality to art. ViRvii is creating a platform that enables users and content providers to customize and share their own virtual reality experiences in either a private or public setting. "
 target: Rhizome Productions, Inc.
Rhizome Productions is a virtual reality consulting and production company. Rhizome has consulted on virtual reality projects for a global client base comprised of gaming companies and studios. Their team has experience across every silo of entertainment, including music, movies and video games.
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closed 3/12/2020 via PR Newswire

AgilePQ, acquired Centri Technology

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synopsis: AgilePQ, a software company providing advanced data security for the Internet of Things (IoT) and post-quantum computing, has acquired Centri, an IoT cybersecurity company known for technology that performs over-the-air retrofits of existing devices. The combination strengthens the solutions of each company in post-quantum cybersecurity technology.
buyer: AgilePQ
AgilePQ provides quantum-safe enterprise and cellular Internet of Things (IoT) security solutions. The AgilePQ SLiM IoT solution fits in 2.4 KB and can confidently provision, deploy, identify, authenticate, and authorize all IoT devices. "
 target: Centri Technology
CENTRI provides advanced data security for the Internet of Things (IoT). Its flexible, software-only products provide IoT professionals, developers, and device makers with the means to quickly get to market with purpose-built IoT security, protecting data from creation to consumption.
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closed 3/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

Cicero-Group merged with AMO Strategic Advisors,

See 675 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: French advertising agency Havas SA acquired a majority stake in Cicero Consulting Ltd., a U.K.-based public affairs and corporate communications consultancy. Cicero will be merged into Havas' global advisory network AMO and renamed Cicero/AMO.
buyer parent: Vivendi SA
buyer: AMO Strategic Advisors
AMO is the leading global partnership of corporate and financial communications consultancies. They provide sophisticated communications counsel for reputation management, M&A and capital market transactions, media relations, investor relations and corporate crises. "
 target: Cicero-Group
Cicero is a full-service communications and market research agency. They design and deliver award-winning corporate, brand, political and regulatory campaigns across all major business sectors from their offices in London, Brussels and Dublin.
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closed 3/12/2020 via BusinessWire

AFV Partners LLC, acquired RocketRoute Ltd.

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synopsis: AFV Partners LLC has acquired UK-based RocketRoute Limited, a leading global aviation services company that provides flight-planning, fuel, concierge, and marketplace services through a single integrated SaaS platform that serves the commercial, business, air rescue, and military aviation markets.
buyer: AFV Partners LLC
Founded by serial technology entrepreneur and investor Tony Aquila and anchored by some of the world’s largest and most experienced investors, AFV Partners is an affirmative low-leverage capital vehicle that invests in long-term mission critical software and data businesses. "
 target parent: Victor
target: RocketRoute Ltd.
UK-based RocketRoute is a leading global aviation services company that provides flight-planning, fuel, concierge, and marketplace services through a single integrated SaaS platform that serves the commercial, business, air rescue, and military aviation markets.
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closed 3/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

Xirgo Technologies, acquired OwlCam

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Xirgo Technologies, LLC has acquired assets and technology of Owlcam, an AI developer that delivers innovative driver monitoring and feedback, actuarial modeling, and actionable insights to improve safety. The acquisition of OwlCam's technology enhances Xirgo's product portfolio and offerings to its enterprise customer base.
buyer parent: Hammond Kennedy Whitney
buyer: Xirgo Technologies
Xirgo is a provider of customized IoT solutions for various verticals, including insurance telematics, fleet management, asset tracking, monitoring & control, transportation logistics & mobility. "
 target: OwlCam
OwlCam uses video, data, and artificial intelligence (AI) to make drivers and businesses safer. Owlcam’s AI technology delivers innovative driver monitoring and feedback, actuarial modeling, and actionable insights that are of great importance to companies looking to improve safety and reduce costs.
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closed 3/12/2020 via BusinessWire

Higher Ground Education, acquired CozyKin

See 118 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Higher Ground Education, Inc., the leading network of schools dedicated to modernizing and mainstreaming Montessori worldwide, has announced the acquisition of CozyKin, the childcare pioneer in Montessori-inspired nanny sharing at home.
buyer: Higher Ground Education
Higher Ground Education is an international company focused on modernizing the Montessori education method. Higher Ground owns and operates schools around the world and seeks to develop a platform that sources, secures, and develops back-end support to all Montessori-inspired schools and educators. "
 target: CozyKin
CozyKin, now known as Guidepost at Home, is the go-to nanny sharing platform for new and expectant parents looking to combine the personalized care and convenience of a nanny combined with the program quality of early education.
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closed 3/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, acquired Cubic Motion

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synopsis: Epic Games has acquired Cubic Motion, the studio whose facial animation tech has powered the likes of God of War and Marvel’s Spider-Man. Cubic Motion was founded in 2009 and has grown to become the leading provider of automated performance-driven facial animation to the global video games market.
buyer: Epic Games
Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: Cubic Motion
Cubic Motion was founded in 2009 and has grown to become the leading provider of automated performance-driven facial animation to the global video games market. The company has a reputation for ultra-high quality, and an extensive list of triple-A clients.
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closed 3/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

Book&Learn merged with Edvisor,

See 147 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Vancouver-based Edvisor and Mexico City-based Book&Learn – both software providers that offer agencies course search, quoting and booking tools – have announced that they will be merging, bringing more than 7,500 agency users and 1,500 schools together.
buyer: Edvisor
Edvisor an online SaaS platform that connects schools that recruit international students directly with the agencies that sell their courses abroad. Schools list their offerings and entry requirements so that agents can access current program information and enroll their students directly. "
 target: Book&Learn
Book&Learn is the leading quotation, booking and CRM for the international education industry with over 3,000 active agents and +1,000 schools.
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closed 3/12/2020 via PR Newswire

IXL Learning, acquired Vocabulary.com

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synopsis: IXL Learning, the K-12 personalized learning platform used by 8 million students, has acquired Vocabulary.com, the leading educational destination for improving literacy through vocabulary building. Vocabulary.com provides students with a dynamic and personalized environment to grow their vocabulary.
buyer: IXL Learning
IXL is an integrated learning platform that effectively supports personalized learning in math, English language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish. With over 60 billion questions asked and answered around the world, IXL helps schools successfully use technology to improve education. "
 target parent: Thinkmap
target: Vocabulary.com
Vocabulary.com is a platform for systematic vocabulary improvement that adapts to the needs of individual students. Used in over 40,000 schools, Vocabulary.com is proven by research to improve literacy skills and is particularly effective at teaching academic vocabulary words.
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KPIT, will acquire Vayavya Labs

See 1202 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: KPIT Technologies will acquire a majority stake in Vayavya Labs, an India-based company that offers a suite of tools that help semiconductor and embedded design firms to reduce the time and effort involved in product design, development and testing.
buyer: KPIT (BSE:532400:$283.59)
KPIT is a fast-growing product engineering and IT consulting partner to Automotive, Manufacturing and Energy & Utilities companies. KPIT currently partners with 200+ global corporations including Original Equipment Manufacturers, semiconductor companies and Tier 1 companies. "
 target: Vayavya Labs
Vayavya Labs offers a suite of tools that help semiconductor and embedded design firms to reduce the time and effort involved in product design, development and testing. They are based in India.
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