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closed 1/3/2013 via Reuters

Microsoft Corporation, acquired id8 Group R2 Studios Inc

See 31 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Microsoft Corp bought start-up id8 Group R2 Studios Inc as it looks to expand further in technology focused on the home and entertainment. id8 Group R2 Studios has launched a Google Android application to allow users to control home heating and lighting systems from smartphones.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a range of software products and services for various computing devices worldwide. "
 target: id8 Group R2 Studios Inc
id8 Group R2 Studios Inc. is a startup that makes home automation software for mobile devices. R2′s first project is an Android app that allows users to control their heating and lighting systems via their smartphone devices.
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closed 5/8/2019 via Company Press Release

PayLease LLC, acquired Zego Inc.

See 624 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: PayLease, a leading PropTech provider for the property management and Homeowner Association (HOA) industry, has acquired Zego, a platform for creating modern, digitally engaged apartment communities. Zego integrates smart home devices with a single app that connects residents with management, maintenance and a marketplace for local services.
buyer parent: Vista Equity Partners
buyer: PayLease LLC
PayLease is the leading provider of online payments, billing, and utility expense management tools for HOAs and property management companies. PayLease enables property managers to improve their business’ operational efficiencies and boost net operating income. "
 target: Zego Inc.
Zego is an all-in-one, fully-integrated platform for creating modern, digitally engaged apartment communities. Zego integrates smart home devices with a single app that connects residents with management, maintenance and a marketplace for local services.
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closed 3/21/2018 via Company Press Release

Guardian Access & Door Hardware, acquired Garageio

See 37 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Guardian Access & Door Hardware, a manufacturer of operators and parts for the garage door industry, has acquired Alottazs Labs LLC, creator of Garageio. Garageio is a mobile application that allows users to securely control and monitor their garage door using their existing garage door opener and smartphone.
buyer: Guardian Access & Door Hardware
Guardian Access & Door Hardware specializes in the design and manufacture of operators, die castings, component stampings and plastic moldings for the garage door industry. Guardian strives to exceed the expectations of their customers through their comprehensive service and innovative designs. "
 target: Garageio
Alottazs Labs LLC is a company that specializes in software/hardware solutions that simplifies everyday life. The company's Garageio mobile application allows users to securely control and monitor their garage door using their existing garage door opener and smartphone.
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closed 9/20/2017 via Company Press Release

Comcast Corporation, acquired Stringify

See 600 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Stringify has been acquired by Comcast. Stringify is an automation service for the Internet of Things (IoT) with award-winning apps in both iOS and Android. Stringify allows people to connect all their physical products and digital services together in one place so they can take better care of themselves, their families and their homes.
buyer: Comcast Corporation (CMCSA:$108,991.00)
Comcast Corporation is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal. Comcast Cable is a video, high-speed Internet and phone provider to residential customers under the XFINITY brand and also provides these services to businesses. "
 target: Stringify
Stringify is an automation service for the Internet of Things (IoT) with award-winning apps in both iOS and Android. Stringify allows people to connect all their physical products and digital services together in one place so they can take better care of themselves, their families and their homes.
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closed 8/30/2017 via BNC Analysis

ZiBlue SAS, acquired Imperihome

See 31 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Imperihome home automation interface was bought by ZiBlue. The Imperihome application has been recognized in the domain of home automation interfaces for a few years now. It allows a single, customizable interface to access all its connected systems.
buyer: ZiBlue SAS
ZiBlue is changing the Smart Home market by creating the first global solution to make any home Smart in less than one minute and for free. ZiBlue provides compatibility between all Smart Home and Connected devices whatever their brands. "
 target: Imperihome
ImperiHome, based in France, is an Android application that allows users to control their home automation systems and connected objects from a single and highly customizable interface; for a unique control experience. It is developed by Everytygo, a specialist in Internet of Things and smart homes.
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closed 12/28/2016 via BNC Analysis

Kramer Electronics LTD, acquired iRule, LLC

See 31 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Kramer Electronics, a leading player and pioneer in the Pro Audio/Video industry, has acquired iRule, a developer of cloud-based control and automation software for commercial and residential markets.
buyer: Kramer Electronics LTD
Kramer Electronics is a leading player and pioneer in the Pro Audio/Video industry. They are dedicated to developing creative, reliable and value oriented audio, video and computer signal processing solutions, and distributing them worldwide with an uncompromising level of service and support. "
 target: iRule, LLC
iRule, LLC is a Michigan-based cloud software company offering products for home entertainment and home automation. Their mission is to advance the convergence of Internet and the home by developing a suite of innovative, easy-to-use, fully featured and flexible cloud-based remote controls.
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closed 10/14/2015 via BNC Analysis

Astek, acquired Axible Technologies

See 31 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Astek has acquired a majority stake in Axible Technologies, a digital acces control company. Founded in 2007, The Axible develops solutions that transforms telephones into universal remote controls.
buyer: Astek
Founded in 1988, Astek is an independent French group which has become a major player in the IT services industry. The group’s technical and operational expertise is focused on four major activities: Consulting, Information systems, Scientific and technical engineering, and Facilities management. "
 target: Axible Technologies
Axible Technologies develops solutions that transform telephones into universal remote controls. Its technical command of the products concerned and its ability to construct ergonomic management interfaces has enabled it to progress towards comfortable smarthome solutions.
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announced 8/14/2014 via BusinessWire

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., will acquire SmartThings

See 31 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire SmartThings, the leading open platform for the smart home and the consumer Internet of Things. SmartThings supports an open and growing ecosystem of developers, who are producing new types of connected devices and unique apps in the cloud.
buyer: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (KOSE:A005930:$233,441.67)
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. It is transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, tablets, PCs, cameras, home appliances, printers, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors, and LED solutions. "
 target: SmartThings
SmartThings is the open platform for the Internet of Things (IoT). SmartThings enables consumers to easily install connected devices and control them through a single mobile app that makes their homes smarter, more reactive and more enjoyable.
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closed 2/13/2009 via PR Newswire

ABS Capital Partners, L.P., acquired Alarm.com, Inc.

See 63 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: MicroStrategy Incorporated a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence software, announced the sale of its majority-owned subsidiary, Alarm.com Incorporated, to a consortium of investors led by ABS Capital Partners. Alarm.com is a provider of web-enabled residential and commercial security and activity monitoring technology.
buyer: ABS Capital Partners, L.P.
ABS Capital Partners is a private equity firm founded to invest in mid to later stage growth companies in order to create significant, market-leading companies. The firm's investment strategy focuses on companies in the healthcare, technology, business services, and media and communications sectors."
 target parent: Microstrategy, Inc.
target: Alarm.com, Inc. (ALRM:$457.25)
Alarm.com provides wireless and web-enabled security system technology to residential and commercial customers. In 2003, Alarm.com was the first company to launch an all-digital wireless signaling solution with remote web-based monitoring and always-on activity reporting.
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$32
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announced 8/29/2022 via GlobeNewswire

Enphase Energy, will acquire Greencom Networks GmbH

See 133 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Enphase Energy, Inc., a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, will acquire GreenCom Networks AG. Based in Munich, Germany, GreenCom Networks provides IoT software solutions for customers to connect and manage a wide range of distributed energy devices within the home.
buyer: Enphase Energy (ENPH:$1,735.73)
Enphase Energy, a global energy technology company based in Fremont, CA, is the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems that enable people to harness the sun to make, use, save, and sell their own power and control it all with a smart mobile app. "
 target: Greencom Networks GmbH
GreenCom Networks is a leading energy IoT company headquartered in Munich, Germany. GreenCom provides IoT software solutions for customers to connect and manage a wide range of distributed energy devices within the home.
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closed 8/16/2018 via GlobeNewswire

eZLO, acquired MiOS

See 573 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: eZLO, a global innovator and developer of smart home automation solutions, announced the acquisition of the California-based company MiOS, a leading smart home services platform provider (PaaS) with an established history in the rapidly expanding IoT market.
buyer: eZLO
eZLO is a global innovator of home automation solutions, engineering world-class home automation technology and solutions. "
 target: MiOS
Founded in 2008, MiOS is a trusted global Intelligent Home Platform as a Service (PaaS) company. They are represented in over 58 countries, and focused on developing and distributing advanced control and monitoring solutions for the home and small enterprise markets.
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closed 4/19/2017 via Market Wire

Fulham Co., Inc., acquired Control Network Solutions Ltd

See 593 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Fulham Co., Inc., a leading supplier of lighting components and electronics for commercial and specialty applications, announced the acquisition of the assets of partner company Control Network Solutions (CNS), the UK-based creator of the elitedali™ smart lighting control and management system.
buyer: Fulham Co., Inc.
Fulham Co., Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of LED modules & drivers, LED emergency lighting systems, electronic fluorescent ballasts, lamps, EHID ballasts, and more. "
 target: Control Network Solutions Ltd
Control Network Solutions (CNS) is the UK-based creator of the elitedali™ smart lighting control and management system. CNS's smart IoT based lighting control solution for all types of commercial buildings is disrupting the traditional a market, globally.
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closed 4/10/2017 via PR Web

EarthBend, acquired Clear2there

See 109 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: EarthBend, a premier value-added distributor of business telecommunications and IT solutions, announced it has acquired Clear2there, a leading provider of advanced video surveillance, smart-home, smart-business, smart-farm applications and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for service providers and enterprises.
buyer: EarthBend
EarthBend has been distributing telephony peripherals and IT solutions to a vast group a telecommunication resellers since 1993. In addition to their US and Canadian distribution footprint, EarthBend has been serving clients directly in the Midwest for 30 years. "
 target: Clear2there
Clear2there is a leading provider of advanced video surveillance, smart-home, smart-business, smart-farm applications and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for service providers and enterprises.
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announced 6/23/2016 via GlobeNewswire

Alarm.com, Inc., will purchase Connect and Piper from iControl Networks, Inc.

See 40 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Alarm.com Holdings, Inc., the leading platform solution for the connected home and business, will acquire Connect and Piper from Icontrol Networks. Connect provides an interactive security and home automation platform that powers several service providers’ solutions. Piper designs, produces and sells a Wi-Fi-enabled video and home automation hub.
buyer parent: ABS Capital Partners, L.P.
buyer: Alarm.com, Inc. (ALRM:$457.25)
Alarm.com is the leading platform solution for the connected home. Alarm.com makes connected home technology broadly accessible to millions of home and business owners. "
 seller: iControl Networks, Inc.
iControl Networks is a venture-backed software and services company providing award-winning solutions for the home management market. iControl Connect combines wifi and Z-Wave technologies with leading security control panels. Piper is an all- in - one smart home system that is customizable.
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announced 6/23/2016 via Wall Street Journal

Comcast Corporation, will acquire iControl Networks, Inc.

See 593 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Cable giant Comcast Corp. has agreed to acquire Icontrol Networks Inc., a leader in connected home technology and innovation, creating solutions that provide greater peace-of-mind, enable simple home and energy management, and make life more convenient for consumers around the world.
buyer: Comcast Corporation (CMCSA:$108,991.00)
Comcast Corporation is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal. Comcast Cable is a video, high-speed Internet and phone provider to residential customers under the XFINITY brand and also provides these services to businesses. "
 target: iControl Networks, Inc.
Icontrol Networks is a leader in connected home technology and innovation, creating solutions that provide greater peace-of-mind, enable simple home and energy management, and make life more convenient for consumers around the world.
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announced 2/13/2015 via Company Press Release

British Gas, will acquire AlertMe.com Ltd.

See 29 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: AlertMe.com Ltd. announced that it has entered into an agreement for the sale of the company to British Gas (part of the Centrica plc group). Founded in 2006, AlertMe.com provides a scalable, resilient and interoperable platform to connect an ecosystem of devices and appliances in the home.
buyer parent: Centrica plc
buyer: British Gas
British Gas is the UK’s leading energy supplier, and serves around 11 million homes in Britain –nearly half the country’s homes – as well as providing energy to around half a million UK businesses. "
 target: AlertMe.com Ltd.
AlertMe.com was founded in 2006 and provides a scalable, resilient and interoperable platform to connect an ecosystem of devices and appliances in the home. It provides an end to end service that goes beyond point solutions, allowing devices and applications to work together seamlessly.
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closed 1/13/2011 via BusinessWire

Motorola Mobility, acquired 4Home, Inc.

See 29 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Pond Ventures has announced the acquisition closing of 4Home, Inc. 4Home was acquired by Motorola Mobility, Inc. The company delivers connected home services through its carrier-grade software platform, ControlPoint, including energy management, home security and monitoring, media management and home health.
buyer parent: Motorola, Inc.
buyer: Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Motorola, Inc. The Motorola Mobility division includes mobile handsets, wireless accessories, and home digital media devices. "
 target: 4Home, Inc.
4Home, Inc. has designed, developed, and patented an award-winning software and services platform. 4Home’s platform bridges the gap between the consumer and the sea of information and disparate devices with the specific goal of delivering “Connected Home Services.”
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announced 11/4/2010 via PR Newswire

uControl, Inc. will be merged with iControl Networks, Inc.,

See 29 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: iControl Networks and uControl announced that the companies have entered into a definitive merger agreement. The merger combines the two market leaders in broadband home management, and promises to deliver a best-in-class solution that includes interactive home security and home security companies and utilities.
buyer: iControl Networks, Inc.
iControl Networks is a venture-backed software and services company providing award-winning solutions defining the broadband home management market. iControl delivers iControl ConnectedLife, the next generation of home management, security and connectivity. "
 target: uControl, Inc.
Austin-based uControl delivers an open, technology-agnostic Home Security, Monitoring and Automation (SMA) software platform making the Connected Home a reality. uControl focuses on the full spectrum of SMA solutions, leading with next generation home security.
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closed 3/11/2015 via BNC Analysis

Delta Dore S.A., acquired Lifedomus

See 55 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Delta Dore, a company that is dedicated to energy management solutions, has accounced its acquisition of Lifedomus, a company that provides home automation technology solutions. It sells its products through resellers and distributors.
buyer: Delta Dore S.A.
Delta Dore offers products and services for energy savings and comfort at home and in commercial & industrial buildings. Their mobile applications allow for the use of a smartphone or tablet for remote control of its wireless home automation system. "
 target: Lifedomus
SAS Lifedomus provides home automation technology solutions. It sells its products through resellers and distributors. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France.
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announced 8/5/2022 via BusinessWire

Amazon.com, Inc., will acquire iRobot Corporation

See 61 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Amazon and iRobot announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Amazon will acquire iRobot. iRobot is a global consumer robot company that designs and builds thoughtful robots and intelligent home innovations that make life better. iRobot introduced the first Roomba robot vacuum in 2002.
buyer: Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN:$469,822.00)
Amazon is a global ecommerce and technology company. Customer reviews, 1-Click shopping, personalized recommendations, Prime, Fulfillment by Amazon, AWS, Kindle Direct Publishing, Kindle, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo, and Alexa are some of the products and services pioneered by Amazon. "
 target: iRobot Corporation (IRBT:$1,564.99)
iRobot is a global consumer robot company that designs and builds thoughtful robots and intelligent home innovations that make life better. iRobot introduced the first Roomba robot vacuum in 2002.
price ($mm)[EV]
$1,753 [$1,696]
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$1,565
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$45
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closed 1/3/2013 via Reuters

Microsoft Corporation, acquired id8 Group R2 Studios Inc

See 31 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Microsoft Corp bought start-up id8 Group R2 Studios Inc as it looks to expand further in technology focused on the home and entertainment. id8 Group R2 Studios has launched a Google Android application to allow users to control home heating and lighting systems from smartphones.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a range of software products and services for various computing devices worldwide. "
 target: id8 Group R2 Studios Inc
id8 Group R2 Studios Inc. is a startup that makes home automation software for mobile devices. R2′s first project is an Android app that allows users to control their heating and lighting systems via their smartphone devices.
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announced 6/29/2022 via Company Press Release

LinkedIn Corporation, will acquire EduBrite

See 38 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Linkedin will acquire EduBrite, a platform that specializes in creating, hosting and deploying professional certificates. By integrating EduBrite’s rigorous certification assessment engine into its learning platform, Linkedin will be able to better test and verify the skills people have to help them grow in their careers.
buyer parent: Microsoft Corporation
buyer: LinkedIn Corporation (LNKD:$3,213.87)
LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network with more than 830 million members in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. LinkedIn leads a diversified business with revenues from membership subscriptions, advertising sales and recruitment solutions. "
 target: EduBrite
EduBrite is a privately held technology start-up. EduBrite provides a SaaS-based online learning platform that enables businesses and training institutes to deliver end-to-end training solutions to their employees, partners and customers.
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closed 3/31/2022 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Minit

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synopsis: Microsoft, a leading software corporation, has acquired Minit, a global business process analysis solution. Minit helps businesses transform the way they analyze, monitor, and optimize their processes. Their process intelligence technology enables enterprises to make data-based decisions that increase efficiency and reduce costs.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Minit
Minit is a global business process analysis solution. Minit helps businesses transform the way they analyze, monitor, and optimize their processes. Their process intelligence technology enables enterprises to make data-based decisions that increase efficiency and reduce costs.
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announced 2/28/2022 via BNC Analysis

LinkedIn Corporation, will acquire Oribi Ltd.

See 722 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: LinkedIn, an online professional network, will acquire Oribi, a marketing analytics company in Israel. Oribi offers an all-in-one marketing analytics tool that empowers agencies and eCommerce businesses to make smarter, data-driven decisions. Their platform tracks everything visitors do on websites to help users drive more traffic and conversions.
buyer parent: Microsoft Corporation
buyer: LinkedIn Corporation (LNKD:$3,213.87)
LinkedIn Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates an online professional network worldwide. The company allows members to create, manage, and share their professional identity online; build and engage with their professional networks; and access shared knowledge and insights. "
 target: Oribi Ltd.
Oribi is a marketing analytics company in Israel. Oribi offers an all-in-one marketing analytics tool that empowers agencies and eCommerce businesses to make smarter, data-driven decisions. Their platform tracks everything visitors do on websites to help users drive more traffic and conversions.
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announced 1/18/2022 via New York Times

Microsoft Corporation, will acquire Activision Blizzard

See 955 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Microsoft is to acquire Activision Blizzard, the world's most successful standalone interactive entertainment company. Activision Blizzard develops and publishes games based on some of the most beloved entertainment franchises, including Call of Duty, Guitar Hero, and World of Warcraft.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Activision Blizzard (ATVI:$8,803.00)
Activision Blizzard, Inc., a member of the S&P 500, is the world's most successful standalone interactive entertainment company. Activision Blizzard develops and publishes games based on some of the most beloved entertainment franchises, including Call of Duty, Guitar Hero, and World of Warcraft.
price ($mm)[EV]
$75,331 [$68,625]
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$8,803
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$3,548
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announced 12/22/2021 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, will acquire Xandr

See 1192 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: AT&T Inc. has agreed to sell its global programmatic advertising marketplace, Xandr Inc., to Microsoft. With one of the world’s largest collections of digital, film and TV properties, Xandr provides a premium option for advertisers and publishers looking to reach specific audiences at scale in premium and brand-safe environments.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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 parent: AT&T
target: Xandr
Xandr is an advertising company. With one of the world’s largest collections of digital, film and TV properties, Xandr provides a premium option for advertisers and publishers looking to reach specific audiences at scale in premium and brand-safe environments.
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closed 10/29/2021 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Two Hat Security

See 419 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Microsoft has acquired Canada-based Two Hat, a leading content moderation solution provider offering protection measures for online communities with a vision to build better experiences for everyone. Microsoft and Two Hat share a vision for using advancements in moderation technology to nurture and protect diverse, global online communities.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Two Hat Security
Based in Canada, Two Hat’s content moderation platform Community Sift gives organizations the insights and tools necessary to create and maintain safe, healthy, and scalable online communities across multiple languages and against complex subversion tactics.
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closed 10/22/2021 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Clear Software, LLC

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synopsis: Microsoft has acquired Clear Software, a provider of integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) and business process solutions. Clear Software’s API access will strengthen Microsoft Power Platform’s integration with outside systems and accelerate how customers leverage data and processes that reside beyond Microsoft first-party services.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Clear Software, LLC
Clear Software is on a mission to simplify business software and make people more productive. Their Intelligent Automation platform enables organizations to streamline core business processes across software such as SAP, OracleEBS, Salesforce, and many other cloud and premise applications.
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closed 10/8/2021 via BNC Analysis

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Ally Technologies, Inc.

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synopsis: Microsoft has acquired Ally, a 3-year-old Seattle-based startup that helps companies track and hit their goals. Their software offers a simple, intuitive interface with embedded OKR and templates that can be integrated with Slack, Jira, Salesforce, Asana, and Smartsheet.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Ally Technologies, Inc.
Ally Technologies, Inc. offers objectives and key results software for startups, teams, and enterprises. Its software offers a simple, intuitive interface with embedded OKR and templates that can be integrated with Slack, Jira, Salesforce, Asana, and Smartsheet.
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closed 9/10/2021 via BNC Analysis

Microsoft Corporation, acquired TakeLessons

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synopsis: Microsoft has acquired TakeLessons, the trusted online marketplace for finding qualified and vetted instructors. At TakeLessons, students can follow their dreams and fuel personal growth by connecting with the perfect instructor in areas ranging from music, dance and acting to foreign languages, math and photography.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: TakeLessons
TakeLessons is the trusted online marketplace for finding qualified and vetted instructors. At TakeLessons, students can follow their dreams and fuel personal growth by connecting with the perfect instructor in areas ranging from music, dance and acting to foreign languages, math and photography.
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closed 9/8/2021 via BNC Analysis

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Clipchamp Pty Ltd

See 172 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Microsoft is acquiring Clipchamp, the online video editor that empowers anyone to tell stories worth sharing. Their in-browser platform gives users access to professional video editing tools and features from simple cropping and resizing to special effects like transitions, motion titles, and even Green Screen.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Clipchamp Pty Ltd
Clipchamp is the online video editor that empowers anyone to tell stories worth sharing. Their in-browser platform gives users access to professional video editing tools and features from simple cropping and resizing to special effects like transitions, motion titles, and even Green Screen.
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closed 8/11/2021 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Peer5

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synopsis: Microsoft has acquired Peer5, which operates the world’s largest peer-to-peer (p2p) content delivery network. Peer5 features a WebRTC-based eCDN solution that runs in-browser to optimize bandwidth use and to lessen overall impacts on the company network.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Peer5
Peer5 features a WebRTC-based eCDN solution that runs in-browser to optimize bandwidth use and to lessen overall impacts on the company network. The Peer5 mesh networks self-balance and scale as the number of viewers increases, with no additional installation or user endpoints needed.
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closed 8/4/2021 via BNC Analysis

LinkedIn Corporation, acquired Jumprope, Inc.

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synopsis: LinkedIn has acquired how-to video app Jumprope as part of its expanded video focus. Jumprope, which describes itself as "the best place for anyone to create a how-to and export it to every social platform", enables users to create step-by-step tutorials, using video and still image assets, with preset formats and overlays.
buyer parent: Microsoft Corporation
buyer: LinkedIn Corporation (LNKD:$3,213.87)
LinkedIn Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates an online professional network worldwide. The company allows members to create, manage, and share their professional identity online; build and engage with their professional networks; and access shared knowledge and insights. "
 target: Jumprope, Inc.
Jumprope is the place to discover, create and share step-by-step how-to videos. Users don’t need any video-editing experience to create useful and engaging recipes, beauty tutorials, fitness routines and more. Reach an engaged community on Jumprope, and share videos to any social platform.
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closed 7/28/2021 via BNC Analysis

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Suplari, Inc.

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synopsis: Microsoft has acquired Suplari, a Seattle startup that uses artificial intelligence to help companies understand and get a handle on their spending. Founded in 2016, Suplari analyzes procurement and spending data flowing into various enterprise systems. It can provide recommendations for cost savings, risk exposure, and other efficiency gaps.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Suplari, Inc.
Suplari delivers the first-ever Spend Intelligence Cloud that enables finance, procurement and business leaders to continuously and collaboratively optimize sourcing, forecasting, risk and compliance. Suplari helps achieve spend agility by automating spend analytics to manage costs.
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closed 7/22/2021 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, acquired CloudKnox Security, Inc.

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synopsis: Microsoft has acquired CloudKnox Security, a leader in Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM). CloudKnox helps organizations right-size permissions and consistently enforce least-privilege principles to reduce risk, and it employs continuous analytics to help prevent security breaches and ensure compliance.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: CloudKnox Security, Inc.
CloudKnox Security is the only cloud security platform built from the ground-up to support the monitoring and management of identities, actions and resources across hybrid and multi-cloud environments using patented Activity-based Authorization technology.
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announced 7/13/2021 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, will acquire RiskIQ

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synopsis: Microsoft will acquire RiskIQ, a leader in global threat intelligence and attack surface management. RiskIQ helps customers discover and assess the security of their entire enterprise attack surface—in the Microsoft cloud, AWS, other clouds, on-premises, and from their supply chain.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: RiskIQ
RiskIQ is a leader in internet security intelligence, providing the most comprehensive discovery, intelligence, and mitigation of threats associated with an organization’s digital presence. RiskIQ allows enterprises to gain unified insight and control over web, social and mobile exposures.
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closed 6/3/2021 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, acquired ReFirm Labs, Inc.

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synopsis: Microsoft has acquired ReFirm Labs, enriching the company's firmware analysis and security capabilities across devices that form the intelligent edge. ReFirm is the developer of Binwalk, an open-source software product that defends thousands of potential entry points into a user's network by providing deep visibility into device vulnerabilities.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: ReFirm Labs, Inc.
ReFirm Labs is a provider of proactive IoT and firmware security solutions. Its Binwalk Enterprise product detects and reports potential zero-day vulnerabilities, hidden crypto keys, backdoor passwords, and known vulnerabilities in IoT devices without needing access to source code.
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closed 4/29/2021 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Kinvolk GmbH

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synopsis: Microsoft has acquired Kinvolk GmbH, one of the most trusted names in the cloud native space. They build and maintain open source projects based on their expertise that spans all layers of the cloud native stack, from Kubernetes, and down through the container runtimes, systemd and the Linux kernel.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Kinvolk GmbH
Kinvolk is one of the most trusted names in the cloud native space. They build and maintain open source projects based on their expertise that spans all layers of the cloud native stack, from Kubernetes, and down through the container runtimes, systemd and the Linux kernel.
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announced 4/13/2021 via PR Newswire

Microsoft Corporation, will acquire Nuance Communications, Inc.

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synopsis: Microsoft Corp. will acquire Nuance Communications, Inc., a leading provider of conversational AI and cloud-based ambient clinical intelligence for healthcare providers. With the acquisition, Microsoft will be better able to empower healthcare providers through the power of ambient clinical intelligence and other Microsoft cloud services.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Nuance Communications, Inc. (NUAN:$1,463.14)
Nuance is a technology pioneer with market leadership in conversational AI and ambient intelligence. A full-service partner trusted by 77 percent of U.S. hospitals and 85 percent of the Fortune 100 companies worldwide, Nuance creates intuitive solutions that amplify people's ability to help others.
price ($mm)
$19,700
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$1,494
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$297
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13.2x
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66.3x
closed 12/2/2020 via gamesindustry.biz

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Smash.gg

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synopsis: Microsoft, a leading software corporation, has acquired Smash.gg, an esports tournament and event organization platform. Smash.gg supports over 6,000 active event organizers across a broad mix of games. Their platform provides bracket and registration functionality for both online and live events.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: Smash.gg
Smash.gg is an esports tournament and event organization platform. Smash.gg supports over 6,000 active event organizers across a broad mix of games. Their platform provides bracket and registration functionality for both online and live events.
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announced 9/21/2020 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, will acquire ZeniMax Media, Inc.

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synopsis: Microsoft, a leading software corporation, will acquire ZeniMax Media, a worldwide publisher of interactive entertainment. ZeniMax creates and publishes original interactive entertainment content for consoles, the PC, and mobile devices. Their titles include major franchises such as The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, DOOM, RAGE, Wolfenstein, and more.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
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: ZeniMax Media, Inc.
ZeniMax Media is a video game publisher which has assembled a strong creative team of world-class game developers, graphic artists, designers and programmers to create and sell premium video game titles to a growing worldwide market. Their titles include Fallout, DOOM, The Elder Scrolls, and RAGE.
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Microsoft Corporation, acquired id8 Group R2 Studios Inc

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synopsis: Microsoft Corp bought start-up id8 Group R2 Studios Inc as it looks to expand further in technology focused on the home and entertainment. id8 Group R2 Studios has launched a Google Android application to allow users to control home heating and lighting systems from smartphones.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a range of software products and services for various computing devices worldwide. "
 target: id8 Group R2 Studios Inc
id8 Group R2 Studios Inc. is a startup that makes home automation software for mobile devices. R2′s first project is an Android app that allows users to control their heating and lighting systems via their smartphone devices.
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closed 4/4/2016 via BNC Analysis

Salesforce.com, Inc., acquired MetaMind

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synopsis: Salesforce has acquired MetaMind, a deep learning startup backed by Salesforce cofounder and chief executive Marc Benioff. MetaMind is building an AI platform for natural language processing, image understanding, and knowledge base analytics.
buyer: Salesforce.com, Inc. (CRM:$26,492.00)
Salesforce.com, Inc., the Customer Success Platform and world's #1 CRM company, empowers companies to connect with their customers in a whole new way. Their Salesforce Service Cloud customer service app empowers enterprises to deliver amazing customer service experiences anywhere and on any device. "
 target: MetaMind
MetaMind wants to make Deep Learning accessible to everyone. Deep Learning is a rapidly growing branch of artificial intelligence. It comprises a set of techniques that don’t require domain experts to program knowledge into algorithms. Instead, these techniques can learn by observing data.
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closed 12/4/2015 via PR Newswire

Audi Group, BMW Group, Daimler AG, acquired HERE

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synopsis: German carmakers BMW, Audi and Daimler AG concluded the acquisition of HERE, Nokia's maps business. HERE is the leading supplier of digital maps for most of the world's top carmakers, accounting for half its expected revenues in 2015. The deal allows the auto makers to offer new premium features, like autonomous driving, in their luxury cars.
buyer: BMW Group (DB:BMW:$119,863.69)
buyer: Audi Group (DB:NSU:$63,271.47)
buyer: Daimler AG (XTRA:DAI:$191,616.03)
BMW Group, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and motorcycles worldwide. The Audi Group manufacturers product in the premium and supercar segment. Mercedes-Benz is a global premium and luxury car manufacturer. "
 target parent: Nokia Corporation
target: HERE
HERE, a Nokia company, is a leader in mapping and location intelligence. They combine highly accurate and fresh maps with cloud technology to enable rich, real-time location experiences in a broad range of connected devices – from smartphones and tablets to wearables and vehicles.
price ($mm)[EV]
$2,741 [$3,069]
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$1,064
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2.9x
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announced 6/29/2015 via Reuters

Uber Technologies, Inc., will purchase Map-Generating Technology from Microsoft Corporation

See 352 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Microsoft Corp said it will sell some map-generating technology to ride-hailing app company Uber. The mapping assets include 100 employees focused on image collection activities. Microsoft's mapping unit works on imagery acquisition and map data processing.
buyer: Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER:$17,455.00)
Uber Technologies, Inc. offers online car booking services via mobile phones. It provides limousine and private cab reservation services. Uber Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2009 and is based in San Francisco, California. "
 seller: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$184,903.00)
Microsoft's mapping unit works on imagery acquisition and map data processing. The mapping assets include 100 employees focused on image collection activities.
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cancelled 3/16/2012 via Capital IQ

Options Media Group, cancelled an acquisition of Illume Software, Inc.

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synopsis: Options Media Group Holdings, Inc. has cancelled its agreement to acquire Illume Software, Inc. Illume Software, Inc. develops solutions that leverage location to power high-value applications and services for individuals, and small and large mobile workforces.
buyer: Options Media Group (OPMG:$0.53)
PhoneGuard, Inc., a subsidiary of Options Media Group Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of mobile applications software. PhoneGuard is a personal security and anti-texting while driving software application suite. "
 target: Illume Software, Inc.
Illume Software develops solutions that leverage location to power high-value applications and services. Their first product, iZUP, offers a responsible solution to cell phone-related distracted driving.
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closed 11/14/2011 via BusinessWire

WorldLingo merged with TransPerfect Translations International, Inc.,

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synopsis: TransPerfect, the world’s largest privately held provider of language services and technology solutions, announced a merger with WorldLingo. Based in Las Vegas, WorldLingo specializes in translation technology and other solutions for website localization, as well as document, instant message, e-mail, and real-time chat translation.
buyer: TransPerfect Translations International, Inc.
TransPerfect is the world's largest privately held provider of language services and technology solutions. From offices in more than 70 cities on five continents, TransPerfect offers a full range of services in 170+ languages to clients worldwide. "
 target: WorldLingo
WorldLingo is a leading provider of integrated, online translation solutions, with services ranging from cost-effective machine translation solutions to professional human translation and culturally sensitive localization.
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cancelled 11/1/2011 via Bloomberg

H & R Block, Inc., cancelled an acquisition of TaxACT

See 69 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: H&R Block Inc. was barred by a federal judge from proceeding with its proposed $287.5 million acquisition of the maker of TaxAct products because it would diminish competition in the tax preparation market.
buyer: H & R Block, Inc. (HRB:$3,094.88)
H&R Block Inc. is one of the world's largest tax services providers, having prepared more than 550 million tax returns worldwide since 1955. The Company provides tax return preparation services in person, through H&R Block At Home™ online and desktop software products, and through other channels. "
 target: TaxACT
2nd Story Software is critically acclaimed as a leader in developing affordable tax preparation software and providing Web-based services directly to consumers. TaxACT gives users well-informed tax strategies in an easy-to-use format, while maintaining focus on providing best value for customers.
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$268
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announced 2/14/2022 via BNC Analysis

CentralNic Group plc, will acquire Fireball Search GmbH

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synopsis: CentralNic Group has entered into agreements to acquire Fireball Search GmbH. Founded in 1996, Fireball was once the leading search engine in Germany, and the name retains high consumer awareness.
buyer: CentralNic Group plc (AIM:CNIC:$482.74)
CentralNic is a global company that drives the growth of the global digital economy by developing and managing software platforms allowing businesses to buy subscriptions to domain names and related services, including protecting their brands online. "
 target: Fireball Search GmbH
Founded in 1996, Fireball was once the leading search engine in Germany, and the name retains high consumer awareness.
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closed 12/22/2021 via PR Newswire

Mux, acquired Stream Club

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synopsis: Mux, the leading developer video platform, has acquired Stream Club, a live streaming platform. Stream Club enables users to create and broadcast studio quality live streams from their browsers. Their solution features drag-and-drop design tools and allows users to broadcast to multiple platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, and more.
buyer: Mux
Mux is a leading developer video platform. Mux's API enables developers to build unique live and on-demand video experiences. Their platform allows publishers to deliver the highest quality video experience without having to hire a team of embedded video experts. "
 target: Stream Club
Stream Club is a live streaming platform. Stream Club enables users to easily create and broadcast studio quality live streams from their browsers. Their solution features drag-and-drop design tools and allows users to broadcast to multiple platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, and more.
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closed 3/3/2021 via Company Press Release

Brave, acquired Tailcat

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synopsis: Brave announced the acquisition of Tailcat, the open search engine developed by the team formerly responsible for the privacy search and browser products at Cliqz, a holding of Hubert Burda Media. Tailcat will become the foundation of Brave Search.
buyer: Brave
Brave Software’s fast, privacy-oriented browser, combined with its blockchain-based digital advertising platform, is reinventing the Web for users, publishers, and advertisers. Users get a private, speedier web experience with much longer battery life and publishers increase their revenue share. "
 target: Tailcat
Tailcat is an open search engine developed by the team formerly responsible for the privacy search and browser products at Cliqz, a holding of Hubert Burda Media. Tailcat does not collect IP addresses or use personally identifiable information to improve search results.
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closed 8/19/2020 via Company Press Release

SunRoof Sverige AB, acquired Redlogger

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synopsis: SunRoof, an international start-up manufacturing solar roofs, has acquired Redlogger, a Swedish company developing renewable energy supporting software. Redlogger (Renewable Energy Data Logger) is a system and an application which logs the amount of green energy that is generated and consumed.
buyer: SunRoof Sverige AB
SunRoof is an international start-up manufacturing solar roofs with superior energy output and design. They use their own design, innovations and advanced technology to create a truly unique product. They are based in Sweden. "
 target: Redlogger
Redlogger is a Swedish company developing renewable energy supporting software. Redlogger (Renewable Energy Data Logger) is a system and an application which logs the amount of green energy that is generated and consumed.
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closed 7/3/2019 via GlobeNewswire

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co., acquired Corel Corporation

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synopsis: KKR, a global investment firm, has acquired Corel, one of the world's top software platforms, from Vector Capital. Canada-based Corel offers a portfolio of software solutions to over 90 million knowledge workers, empowering professionals across industries in three main verticals: Creativity, Productivity, and Desktop-as-a-Service.
buyer: Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR:$16,236.15)
KKR is a leading global investment firm that manages multiple alternative asset classes, including private equity, growth equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate and credit, with strategic manager partnerships that manage hedge funds. "
 target parent: Vector Capital
target: Corel Corporation (CREL:$268.23)
Canada-based Corel offers some of the industry's best-known software brands, and give individuals and teams the power to create, collaborate, and deliver impressive results. Corel delivers a portfolio of innovative applications including CorelDRAW, ClearSlide, MindManager, Parallels, and WinZip.
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closed 4/23/2019 via Company Press Release

Travel and Transport, Inc, acquired TripLingo

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synopsis: Travel and Transport, one of the largest travel management companies in the U.S., has acquired TripLingo, a mobile platform that helps keep travelers safe and happy during trips abroad. TripLingo enables business and leisure travelers to learn essential phrases, instantly translate their voice, get a crash course on the local culture and more.
buyer: Travel and Transport, Inc
Travel and Transport, Inc. is one of the largest travel management companies in the U.S. Travel and Transport specializes in corporate travel management, leisure/vacation travel and group/meeting travel services. Travel and Transport creates one-of-a-kind experiences for their partners. "
 target: TripLingo
TripLingo is a mobile platform that helps keep travelers safe, productive, and happy during trips abroad. TripLingo enables business and leisure travelers to learn essential phrases, instantly translate their voice, get a crash course on the local culture and more.
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closed 4/11/2019 via PR Web

Futuryng, Inc., acquired Declara

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synopsis: Futuryng, an enterprise software solutions company, has acquired Declara, a leading knowledge sharing and collaboration platform. Declara’s platform uses semantic search, algorithms and recommendations to personalize and develop specific learning paths for individuals, making learning a constant discovery.
buyer: Futuryng, Inc.
Futuryng is a connected technology ecosystem for building Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Futuryng provides software solutions that enable customers to unlock and de-silo enterprise software and manufacturing processes to enhance connectivity, reduce operating costs and unlock insights. "
 target: Declara
Declara is a community based, content-centric knowledge sharing and collaboration platform. Declara’s platform uses semantic search, algorithms and recommendations to personalize and develop specific learning paths for individuals, making learning a constant discovery.
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closed 6/1/2018 via GlobeNewswire

Immudyne, acquired PDFSimpli

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synopsis: ImmuDyne, Inc., a technology-driven e-commerce company, announced the closing of a strategic acquisition. PDFSimpli is a software-as-a-service provider that allows users to upload and convert PDF files to several file types such as PNG, JPG, Tiff, XLS and more.
buyer: Immudyne (K:CVLB:$78.35)
lmmuDyne, Inc. is a technology-driven e-commerce company that builds innovative and proprietary brands. Immudyne’s scalable and global advertising technology infrastructure leverages social media, search and e-commerce platforms to rapidly and profitably grow their product portfolio. "
 target: PDFSimpli
PDFSimpli is software-as-a-service provider that allows users to upload and convert PDF files to several file types such as PNG, JPG, Tiff, XLS and more.
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closed 7/1/2018 via BusinessWire

Avanquest, acquired Upclick, Lulu Software and Adaware

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synopsis: Avanquest has acquired the group holding the Upclick, Lulu Software and Adaware businesses. Upclick is an ultra-modern platform used all over the world for the sale of digital products. Lulu Software is a major supplier of PDF solutions with its SodaPDF software. Adaware provides antivirus and security solutions.
buyer parent: Claranova S.A.
buyer: Avanquest (ENXTPA:AVQ:$105.99)
Avanquest Software is a world leading developer of personal and professional software, encompassing a large number of categories including Creativity and Learning software, Utilities and Multimedia. "
 target: Upclick, Lulu Software and Adaware
Upclick, Lulu Software and Adaware are a Canadian group of companies. Lulu Software sells the Soda PDF application and document management solutions. Adaware specializes in Internet security and antivirus and security solutions. Upclick is an e-commerce platform used for the sale of digital goods.
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$12*
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$35
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$5
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closed 3/21/2018 via BNC Analysis

IAC, acquired iTranslate GmbH

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synopsis: Tinder owner IAC has acquired iTranslate, a translation app with over 80 million downloads. iTranslate enables travellers, students, business professionals, employers and medical staff to read, write and speak in over 100 languages, anywhere in the world.
buyer: IAC (IAC:$2,786.38)
IAC is a leading media and Internet company comprised of widely known consumer brands such as Vimeo, Dictionary.com, Dotdash, The Daily Beast and Investopedia, along with ANGI Homeservices Inc. which operates HomeAdvisor and Angie’s List, and Match Group’s online dating portfolio. "
 target: iTranslate GmbH
With over 80 million downloads iTranslate is the leading translation and dictionary App. They enable travellers, students, business professionals, employers and medical staff to read, write and speak in over 100 languages, anywhere in the world.
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closed 11/16/2016 via BNC Analysis

Hangar Technology, Inc, acquired Autoflight Logic

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synopsis: Hangar, the Austin, TX based technology company developing an autonomous data capture ecosystem for drones, announced it acquired Autoflight Logic, the maker of the most popular 3rd party flight automation software for DJI drones.
buyer: Hangar Technology, Inc
Hangar is building an automated ecosystem for drones to deliver fast, professional aerial data across industry. Using a proprietary autonomous flight engine deeply integrated with the world’s top selling drones, Hangar allows a worldwide network of pilots to safely and professionally acquire data. "
 target: Autoflight Logic
Autoflight Logic, the maker of the most popular 3rd party flight automation software for DJI drones. Autoflight Logic boasts over 150k autonomous flights in over 190 countries flown using its ground control software.
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closed 11/1/2016 via BusinessWire

Appsbuyout, acquired Scientific Calculator

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synopsis: Appsbuyout, the destination for Android developers looking to sell their apps, has acquired Android app Scientific Calculator from developer Petr Hapal. Scientific Calculator supports advanced calculations such as complex number equations and it has a large universal/physical/mathematical/chemical constant table, making it a tool ready for science.
buyer parent: CIAmedia
buyer: Appsbuyout
Appsbuyout is the destination for successful Android developers looking to sell their apps. They buy apps that are popular with users directly from sellers, so there are no fees payable to middlemen. They’re proud to hear sellers tell them their process is smooth, friendly and trustworthy. "
 target: Scientific Calculator
Scientific Calculator is a powerful Android scientific calculator with a real look. It is one of the few Android calculators with complex number equations support.
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announced 7/18/2016 via Wall Street Journal

Golden Brick Consortium, will purchase Internet-Browser Operations from Opera Software

See 11090 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Opera Software, the leading consumer Internet and mobile advertising company, said it would sell its internet-browser business to a Chinese consortium. The Chinese bidders have agreed to buy certain parts of Opera’s consumer business in a deal valued at $600 million on an enterprise basis.
buyer: Golden Brick Consortium
Golden Brick Consortium's general partner is Golden Brick Silk Road Fund Management (Shenzhen) LLP and the limited partners are Beijing Kunlun Tech Co. Ltd. (“Kunlun”), Qihoo 360 Software (Beijing) Co. Ltd. (“Qihoo”), and Yonglian (Yinchuan) Investment Co., Ltd. (“Yonglian”). "
 seller: Opera Software (OPERA:$255.45)
Opera Software makes web browsers for desktop computers, mobile phones and tablets, and connected devices such as TVs. Their business also includes mobile advertising services and solutions. Their aim is to give users the best internet experience on any device and any platform.
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Ticker: ALRM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Alarm.com, Inc.
Alarm.com, Inc.
Alarm.com is the leading platform for the intelligently connected property. Their security, video monitoring, intelligent automation and energy management solutions are available through their network of thousands of professional service providers in North America and around the globe.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$457.25
EBITDA ($mm)
$77.23
EBIT ($mm)
$59.96
Net Income ($mm)
$23.08
Employees
1005
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Ticker: NYSE:SMRT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SmartRent
SmartRent
Founded in 2017, SmartRent is an enterprise smart home and smart building technology platform for property owners, managers, and residents.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$89.57
EBITDA ($mm)
($35.42)
EBIT ($mm)
($35.72)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
316
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Ticker: IRBT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
iRobot Corporation
iRobot is a global consumer robot company that designs and builds thoughtful robots and intelligent home innovations that make life better. iRobot introduced the first Roomba robot vacuum in 2002.
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$1,564.99
EBITDA ($mm)
$45.47
EBIT ($mm)
$14.46
Net Income ($mm)
$30.39
Employees
1415
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Ticker: ENXTPA:NTG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Netgem SA
Netgem is a provider of end-to-end solutions for the telecommunications market. Netgem offers a complete Entertainment software suite enabling a smart way to lifestyle services. Netgem is the publisher of Diamond, a cloud-based software suite for entertainment and connected home services.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$80.40
EBITDA ($mm)
$7.63
EBIT ($mm)
$6.28
Net Income ($mm)
$5.89
Employees
109
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Ticker: AAPL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Apple, Inc.
Apple, Inc.
Apple Inc. designs, manufactures and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, and portable digital music players, and a variety of related software, services, peripherals, networking solutions, and third-party digital content and applications.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$378,323.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$128,218.00
EBIT ($mm)
$116,903.00
Net Income ($mm)
$100,555.00
Employees
154000
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Ticker: MSFT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft Corporation
Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a range of software products and services for various computing devices worldwide.
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$184,903.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$94,918.00
EBIT ($mm)
$81,930.00
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: GOOGL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Google
Google
Google is a multinational corporation that is specialized in internet-related services, products, and platforms like Search, Maps, Gmail, Android, Google Play, Chrome and YouTube. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$257,637.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$103,521.00
EBIT ($mm)
$91,080.00
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
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Ticker: SZSE:002230
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
iFLYTEK
iFLYTEK
iFLYTEK is a national key software enterprise dedicated to the research of intelligent speech and language technologies, development of software and chip products, provision of speech information services, and integration of E-government systems.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$418.02
EBITDA ($mm)
$44.61
EBIT ($mm)
$34.10
Net Income ($mm)
$65.81
Employees
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Ticker: NYSE:YOU
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CLEAR
CLEAR
CLEAR is a leading provider of secure identity solutions. CLEAR is a biometric identity platform that strengthens security and redefines the consumer experience. Their mobile and touchless solutions are used at over 50+ airports, sports stadiums, and other major venues.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$226.45
EBITDA ($mm)
($73.00)
EBIT ($mm)
($83.44)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
1400
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Ticker: TWSE:5203
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CyberLink
CyberLink is a world leader in multimedia software design. Since 1996, CyberLink has transformed how people CREATE & PLAY with multimedia content on PCs, mobile devices and in the Cloud.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$57.56
EBITDA ($mm)
$8.43
EBIT ($mm)
$7.48
Net Income ($mm)
$5.59
Employees
430
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Ticker: TSE:2468
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fuetrek Co., Ltd.
Fuetrek Co., Ltd.
Fuetrek Co., Ltd. provides mobile phone solutions. It offers sound generators, and speech recognition and translation products. The company also provides memory card writing services for the education market. Fuetrek Co. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$35.46
EBITDA ($mm)
$4.52
EBIT ($mm)
$2.93
Net Income ($mm)
$1.44
Employees
199
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Ticker: TASE:WSMK
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WhiteSmoke Software Ltd
WhiteSmoke Software Ltd
WhiteSmoke is a leading company in the field of English writing technologies, with a focus on products that enhance and correct grammar, spelling, and writing style. Their products are based on natural language processing technology, featuring artificial intelligence algorithms for text analysis.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$10.34
EBITDA ($mm)
$1.34
EBIT ($mm)
$1.33
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
12
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Ticker: DGLP
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DigitalPost Interactive, Inc.
DigitalPost Interactive, Inc.
DigitalPost Interactive is a SaaS (Software as a Service) and application provider that delivers B2B and B2C digital media-sharing solutions that are both easy to offer and easy to use.
year
2009
rev ($mm)
$1.36
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.93)
EBIT ($mm)
($1.06)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
6
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Ticker: ADBE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Adobe Systems Incorporated
Adobe Systems Incorporated
Adobe is the global leader in digital marketing and digital media solutions. Adobe’s tools and services allow their customers to create groundbreaking digital content, deploy it across media and devices, measure and optimize it over time, and achieve greater business success.
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$15,785.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$6,606.00
EBIT ($mm)
$5,818.00
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
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Ticker: WIX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Wix.com Ltd
Wix.com Ltd
Wix.com is a leading cloud-based web development platform with more than 98 million registered users worldwide. Wix was founded on the belief that the Internet should be accessible to everyone to develop, create and contribute.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$1,076.88
EBITDA ($mm)
($227.36)
EBIT ($mm)
($244.44)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
3869
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Ticker: BOX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Box Inc.
Box Inc.
Box provides a secure, scalable content-sharing platform. Box's flexible content management solution lets users access and share content from anywhere, on any device – while providing IT visibility into how content moves within their organizations and beyond.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$755.44
EBITDA ($mm)
$4.06
EBIT ($mm)
($62.95)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
2046
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Ticker: OOMA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ooma
Ooma
Ooma creates powerful connected experiences for businesses and consumers, delivered from its smart cloud-based SaaS platform. For businesses of all sizes, Ooma provides advanced voice and collaboration features that are flexible and scalable.
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$192.29
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.49
EBIT ($mm)
($1.93)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
383
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Ticker: COIN
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Coinbase
Coinbase is a digital currency wallet and platform where merchants and consumers can transact with new digital currencies like bitcoin, ethereum, and litecoin. It allows its users to create their own bitcoin wallets and start buying or selling bitcoins by connecting with their bank accounts.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$5,924.61
EBITDA ($mm)
$3,254.63
EBIT ($mm)
$3,205.42
Net Income ($mm)
$2,960.70
Employees
2781
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Ticker: TSE:7203
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Toyota
Toyota
Toyota Motor Corporation is a Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer headquartered in Toyota City, Aichi, Japan. It was founded in 1937. Toyota is one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the world, producing about 10 million vehicles per year.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$245,831.88
EBITDA ($mm)
$37,172.68
EBIT ($mm)
$25,583.97
Net Income ($mm)
$24,565.57
Employees
366283
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