Like .CO Internet

announced 3/20/2014 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., will acquire .CO Internet

See 212 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analytics, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire .CO Internet S.A.S. and certain associated assets. .CO Internet is the exclusive operator of the worldwide registry for Internet addresses with the “.co” top-level domain.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
Neustar, Inc. is a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analytics to the communications services, financial services, retail, and media and advertising sectors. Neustar applies its advanced, secure technologies to help its clients promote and protect their businesses. "
 target: .CO Internet
.CO Internet is the exclusive operator of the worldwide registry for Internet addresses with the “.co” top-level domain. Since its global launch in 2010, names under management for .co have grown to more than 1.6 million in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
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$21
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announced 5/4/2018 via BNC Analysis

Minds + Machines, will acquire ICM Registry LLC

See 37 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Minds + Machines, a sales and marketing led owner of new generic top-level domains, is to acquire the entire membership interests of the US company ICM Registry LLC. ICM Registry LLC operates a domain registry and is based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
buyer: Minds + Machines (AIM:MMX:$11.95)
Minds + Machines Group Limited is a sales and marketing led owner of new generic top-level domains. They work through their expanding international network of registrars and distribution partners to bring the benefits of affinity based domain addresses to B2B and consumer audiences. "
 target: ICM Registry LLC
ICM Registry LLC operates a domain registry. The ICM Registry operates from Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and is owned by Stuart Lawley.
price ($mm)
$41
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$7
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5.6x
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announced 9/28/2015 via PR Newswire

Uniregistry Corp., will acquire dotHIV

See 37 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Uniregistry Corp., a leading domain name registration services company, and dotHIV, the first charitable Top-Level Domain Registry, jointly announce that the .hiv TLD will change ownership to Uniregistry. The .hiv TLD made history as the first open charitable TLD, dedicated to the global fight against AIDS.
buyer: Uniregistry Corp.
Uniregistry is a company founded with the intention of creating an innovative, intuitive, and easier way for users to connect on the Internet. They offer the Internet’s best top-level domain alternatives. Their registry, Uniregistry.link, operates 24 new extensions. "
 target: dotHIV
dotHIV brings the domain ending '.hiv' to the Internet as a digital Red Ribbon, to raise funds and awareness for the end of AIDS. For each click on a .hiv website, dotHIV donates a specific amount to HIV projects.
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closed 4/18/2011 via BusinessWire

CrowdGather, Inc., acquired Forumer

See 218 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: One of the leading networks of forum communities on the Internet, CrowdGather, has announced that it has acquired the assets of free forum hosting pioneer, Forumer.com. Forumer, which serves 35 million monthly pageviews across 200,000 active forums, joins CrowdGather’s existing free forum hosting platforms FreeForums.org and Lefora.com.
buyer: CrowdGather, Inc. (CRWG:$1.69)
CrowdGather provides a highly interactive and informational social network for members, a management and revenue-sharing resource for third-party forum owners, and a largely untapped advertising network for marketers worldwide. "
 target: Forumer
Forumer is a free forum hosting pioneer which serves 35 million monthly pageviews across 200,000 active forums. Features include over 30 free skins, a great custom portal, a live chatroom, and much more.
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$0.40
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closed 7/21/2011 via PR Newswire

CX Inc., acquired FileDen

See 32 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: CX Inc. announced the acquisition of FileDen, an innovator in online file storage and universal file extension linking/sharing solutions, from myCloud Holdings, a Vancouver based value-added investor. FileDen technologies allow all file extensions to be uploaded and shared while providing direct linking.
buyer: CX Inc.
CX Inc. is a cloud storage and data file management system that provides users with a secure, stable, scalable platform to backup, synchronize, share, and manage their documents, photos and music, and videos across all of their devices. "
 target parent: myCloud Holdings, Inc.
target: FileDen
FileDen is a free file host that allows most any file extension to be uploaded and shared while allowing direct linking. FileDen's servers are located in the Gnax data center, Atlanta. They run on a network of more than 20 servers.
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announced 6/11/2010 via PR Newswire

Trend Micro Inc., will acquire humyo

See 1040 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Trend Micro Incorporated, a global leader in Internet content security, announced a definitive agreement to purchase online storage and data synchronization company humyo, based in Leeds, UK. humyo has established itself as a leading online storage provider with its easy-to-use, yet technically powerful solutions.
buyer: Trend Micro Inc. (TSE:4704:$1,496.11)
Trend Micro Incorporated, a global leader in Internet content security, focuses on securing the exchange of digital information for businesses and consumers. Trend Micro's flexible solutions, available in multiple form factors, are supported 24/7 by threat intelligence experts around the globe. "
 target: humyo
humyo is a online storage service which enables users to backup and sync their data over multiple devices, access it from anywhere and share it with friends and co-workers. Customers can download a client, which synchronizes files across all their computers and enables access to humyo.
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announced 1/20/2017 via Company Press Release

Tucows Inc., will acquire eNom

See 9 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Tucows Inc., a provider of network access, domain names and other Internet services, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire wholesale domain name registrar eNom from Rightside Group, Ltd. eNom enables individuals and organizations to buy and sell Internet domains and related services.
buyer: Tucows Inc. (TCX:$186.97)
Tucows is a provider of network access, domain names and other Internet services. Ting delivers mobile phone service and fixed Internet access. OpenSRS manages domain names and value-added services. Hover allows individuals and small businesses to manage their domain names and email addresses. "
 target parent: Rightside
target: eNom
eNom Inc. operates as a wholesale domain name registrar. The company enables individuals and organizations to buy and sell Internet domains and related services.
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closed 8/1/2016 via Company Press Release

Corporation Service Company, acquired NetNames

See 276 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: HgCapital has announced that it has agreed the sale of NetNames, a leading provider of global brand protection and internet domain name management services, to CSC, a US-based, leading provider of business administration services to corporations.
buyer: Corporation Service Company
Corporation Service Company provides matter management, corporate compliance, and trustee services; corporate identity protection services to top global brands; and due diligence and transactional services to the world’s largest financial institutions. "
 target parent: HgCapital
target: NetNames
NetNames is a leader in online brand protection protecting the digital presence of brands across the globe. NetNames offers leading end-to-end brand protection solutions, corporate domain name management, and online security solutions.
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closed 4/29/2014 via PR Newswire

NetNames, acquired WebIP

See 304 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: NetNames, the global leader in online brand protection and corporate domain name management, has acquired WebIP, a leader in corporate domain name management in the Australian market.
buyer parent: HgCapital
buyer: NetNames
NetNames is a leader in online brand protection protecting the digital presence of brands across the globe. NetNames offers leading end-to-end brand protection solutions, corporate domain name management, and online security solutions. NetNames also protects digital assets of global brands "
 target: WebIP
Web IP is an Australian based ICANN accredited registrar providing online brand management solutions to large corporate and Government organisations. The Web IP head office is located in central Melbourne, Australia, with a client base spanning Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the U.S.
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closed 7/31/2012 via BNC Analysis

Rebellion Media Group Inc, acquired Universal Properties Corp.

See 276 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Rebellion Media has completed the acquisition of Universal Properties, a portfolio of direct navigation domains and established websites including osha.com, findanyone.com, HazwoperTraining.com and whmisdirect.com.
buyer: Rebellion Media Group Inc
Rebellion Media is a leading digital media company. They create and acquire digital media properties within their targeted categories (health & wellness, technology, entertainment and sports) and power them with an innovative content, traffic and monetization platform. "
 target: Universal Properties Corp.
Universal Properties Corp. is an online digital property company. They own and manage several thousand Top Level generic domain names for optimized paid search and web developement purposes. They also design and build out custom full-scale web services and innovative mobile applications.
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announced 9/26/2011 via BNC Analysis

HgCapital, will acquire Group NBT plc

See 276 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: London midmarket fund HgCapital LLP announced an agreed take-private offer for British Web-hosting company Group NBT plc. Group NBT plc provides domain name, Web hosting, brand protection, and other Internet related services worldwide.
buyer: HgCapital
HgCapital is a leading investor in the European private equity market. Successor to Mercury Private Equity, which was acquired by Merrill Lynch. Mercury Private Equity staff acquired the business from Merrill Lynch and renamed it HgCapital. HgCapital has funds under management of €2.5 billion. "
 target: Group NBT plc (GB:NBT:$79.47)
Group NBT plc provides domain name, Web hosting, brand protection, and other Internet related services worldwide. The company offers managed hosting services in the United Kingdom and continental Europe under the NetBenefit brand name.
price ($mm)[EV]
$221 [$211]
rev ($mm)
$77
EBITDA ($mm)
$16
EV / rev
2.8x
EV / EBITDA
13.6x
closed 8/2/2011 via PR Newswire

Tucows Inc., acquired EPAG Domainservices GmbH

See 276 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Tucows, a provider of domain names, email and other Internet services, announced that it has acquired all the shares of EPAG Domainservices GmbH from QSC AG. EPAG, based in Bonn, Germany, is an ICANN-accredited registrar with over 400,000 domains under management and is notable for offering over 200 Top Level Domains.
buyer: Tucows Inc. (TCX:$186.97)
Tucows Inc. provides domain names, email and other services through its extensive reseller network, called its OpenSRS group. OpenSRS manages over eleven million domain names and millions of email boxes through a reseller network of over 11,000 web hosts and ISPs. "
 target parent: QSC AG
target: EPAG Domainservices GmbH
EPAG Domainservices GmbH, based in Bonn, Germany, is an ICANN-accredited registrar with over 400,000 domains under management and is notable for offering over 200 Top Level Domains (TLDs).
price ($mm)
$2.10
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closed 2/24/2009 via BusinessWire

Sedo.com, LLC, acquired RevenueDirect

See 304 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Sedo, the leading online marketplace for buying and selling domain names, announced the acquisition of RevenueDirect, a provider of top-tier domain parking services for professional domain investors. The acquisition of RevenueDirect’s substantial customer base significantly increases Sedo’s North American market share.
buyer parent: United Internet AG
buyer: Sedo.com, LLC
Sedo, an acronym for "Search Engine for Domain Offers," is the leading online marketplace for buying and selling domain names and websites. Headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Sedo has assembled the world's largest database of domain names for sale, with more than 7 million listings. "
 target parent: Dotster Inc.
target: RevenueDirect
RevenueDirect, based in Vancouver Washington, is a leading domain monetization service provider. We offer responsive personal service, keyword optimization flexibility, and detailed automated reporting with actionable intelligence about domain traffic.
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closed 11/23/2009 via Market Wire

Metatron, Inc., acquired PB Magic, Inc.

See 314 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Metatron, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has completed the acquisition of PB Magic, Inc. Founded in 2000, PB Magic provides web hosting, design, development, custom programming, database integration, and PPC/SEC advertising campaign management to Fortune 500, public sector and small business clientele.
buyer: Metatron, Inc. (MRNJ:$0.20)
Metatron Inc. is a diversified internet holding company with a mission to harness the power of today's online and wireless consumer interactivity to make daily life easier, more productive and more entertaining for people all over the world. "
 target: PB Magic, Inc.
Founded in 2000, PB Magic provides web hosting, design, development, custom programming, database integration, and PPC/SEC advertising campaign management to Fortune 500, public sector and small business clientele.
price ($mm)
$0.78
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closed 12/28/2009 via BusinessWire

Alibaba.com Corporation, acquired China Civilink

See 284 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Alibaba.com has completed a share purchase agreement of China Civilink which operates as HiChina Web Solutions, a leading eCommerce company that provides domain name registration. This was the first of a two phase deal with Alibaba.com acquiring 85 percent of HiChina.
buyer: Alibaba.com Corporation (BABA:$58,146.00)
Alibaba.com is China's leading e-commerce company, operating the world's largest online marketplaces for both international and domestic China trade, as well as China's most popular online payment system, AliPay. "
 target parent: SYNNEX Information Technologies
target: China Civilink
China Civilink operates as HiChina Web Solutions, and is the leading Internet application service provider in China. HiChina provides comprehensive Internet application services to businesses, including domain services, hosting services, and email systems.
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$57*
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closed 12/31/2007 via BusinessWire

Oversee.net, acquired Moniker Online Services LLC

See 314 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Oversee.net, a leading technology-driven online marketing solutions company, and Moniker®, one of the fastest-growing providers of domain name registration, domain asset management, and monetization services, announced that Oversee has acquired Moniker. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
buyer: Oversee.net
Oversee.net is a technology-driven online media company that delivers innovative advertising and marketing solutions to the search (information.com), display advertising (revenue.net), and lead generation (low.com and degrees.com) segments. "
 target parent: Seevast, Corp
target: Moniker Online Services LLC
Moniker.com is one of the top 3 fastest growing ICANN Accredited domain name registrars, offering domain registration, domain name sales and escrow, domain traffic monetization, website hosting and domain portfolio management services for individuals and businesses.
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closed 3/5/2007 via BusinessWire

NameMedia, Inc., acquired SmartName.com

See 284 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: NameMedia has acquired SmartName.com, one of the pioneers in providing monetization services for owners of high value domain name portfolios. As advisors to NameMedia , SmartName founders Ari Goldberger and Lawrence Fischer will continue to drive the strategy, innovation and customer service that has made SmartName an industry leader.
buyer parent: Highland Capital Holdings Corporation
buyer: NameMedia, Inc.
NameMedia is the industry leader in Direct Search and the marketplace for premium domain names. The company leverages the power of Direct Search through a proprietary publishing platform that creates revenue-generating search destinations. "
 target: SmartName.com
SmartName.com is a pioneer in providing monetization services for owners of high value domain name portfolios. We will work closely with you to reap the full potential of your investment with your domain name network that enhances the brand value of your domains and increases overall traffic.
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announced 8/8/2006 via Company Press Release

Seevast, Corp, will acquire Moniker Online Services LLC

See 284 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Seevast has announced the acquisition of Moniker.com, the industry leader in domain sales and asset management, which includes domain name registration and management, live domain auctions, escrow, appraisals and domain traffic monetization services.
buyer: Seevast, Corp
Seevast will be managed by experienced, industry-recognized professionals to provide innovative Web-based marketing services for its clients. "
 target: Moniker Online Services LLC
Moniker.com is one of the top 3 fastest growing ICANN Accredited domain name registrars, offering domain registration, domain name sales and escrow, domain traffic monetization, website hosting and domain portfolio management services for individuals and businesses.
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closed 11/20/2019 via BNC Analysis

Google, acquired CloudSimple

See 270 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Google has acquired CloudSimple, a company that provides a service to the world’s leading cloud vendors to deploy and manage workloads in a dedicated, private cloud in public clouds. With the full support of Microsoft and VMware, the first offering is a service for VMware.
buyer: Google (GOOGL:$155,058.00)
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. "
 target: CloudSimple
CloudSimple provides a service to the world’s leading cloud vendors to deploy and manage workloads in a dedicated, private cloud in public clouds. With the full support of Microsoft and VMware, the first offering is a service for VMware.
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closed 6/30/2011 via BusinessWire

Dimension Data Holdings plc, acquired OpSource, Inc.

See 2569 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Dimension Data announced that it has acquired OpSource, an enterprise cloud company, in a deal that will see Dimension Data, a wholly owned subsidiary of NTT Holdings, accelerate its cloud computing services offerings.
buyer parent: NTT Communications Corporation
buyer: Dimension Data Holdings plc
Dimension Data plc, a specialist IT services and solution provider, helps clients plan, build, support and manage their IT infrastructures. Dimension Data applies its expertise in networking, security, operating environments, storage and contact center technologies. "
 target: OpSource, Inc.
OpSource delivers Web applications and software-as-a-service for on-demand companies, with hundreds of applications, millions of users and billions of transactions supported daily. OpSource On-Demand, the leading platform for Web application delivery, is defining how Web-based software is delivered.
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announced 3/20/2014 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., will acquire .CO Internet

See 212 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analytics, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire .CO Internet S.A.S. and certain associated assets. .CO Internet is the exclusive operator of the worldwide registry for Internet addresses with the “.co” top-level domain.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
Neustar, Inc. is a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analytics to the communications services, financial services, retail, and media and advertising sectors. Neustar applies its advanced, secure technologies to help its clients promote and protect their businesses. "
 target: .CO Internet
.CO Internet is the exclusive operator of the worldwide registry for Internet addresses with the “.co” top-level domain. Since its global launch in 2010, names under management for .co have grown to more than 1.6 million in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$21
EBITDA ($mm)
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0.0x
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closed 11/29/2018 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., acquired TRUSTID

See 11 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information services, announced it has completed the acquisition of TRUSTID, the leading provider of caller authentication and fraud prevention systems for contact centers.
buyer parent: Golden Gate Capital
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
As a global information services provider and the leader in Connection Science, Neustar has the most complete understanding of how to connect people, places, and things. Their marketing, risk, security, registry, and communications solutions help over 12,000 clients grow and guard their business. "
 target: TRUSTID
TRUSTID serves organizations that need to authenticate callers to protect account access, prevent fraud or comply with regulations. Deploying its patented telephone network forensic approach, TRUSTID delivers caller authentication, identity and risk solutions.
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closed 8/8/2017 via BusinessWire

Golden Gate Capital, acquired NeuStar, Inc.

See 93 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information services, announced the completion of the Company’s previously announced acquisition by a private investment group led by Golden Gate Capital. Neustar has built a robust market position around unique, hard-to-replicate datasets and the data science that provides authoritative identities.
buyer: Golden Gate Capital
Golden Gate Capital is a privately held enterprise with over $15 billion in committed capital. They operate as a private holding company and recapitalize, restructure, and ultimately build meaningful businesses in partnership with management over an indefinite time horizon. "
 target: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
As a global information services provider and the leader in Connection Science, Neustar has the most complete understanding of how to connect people, places, and things. Their marketing, risk, security, registry, and communications solutions help over 12,000 clients grow and guard their business.
price ($mm)[EV]
$2,011 [$2,878]
rev ($mm)
$1,165
EBITDA ($mm)
$420
EV / rev
2.5x
EV / EBITDA
6.9x
closed 12/9/2015 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., acquired Marketshare

See 1923 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a trusted neutral provider of real-time information services, announced that it has completed its acquisition of MarketShare Partners, LLC, a fast-growing marketing analytics technology provider to major brands.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
Neustar, Inc. is the first real-time provider of cloud-based information services, enabling marketing and IT security professionals to promote and protect their businesses. Neustar operates complex data registries and deliver data-driven insights that help clients make business decisions. "
 target: Marketshare
MarketShare helps marketers grow revenue. Combining advanced analytics technology, scientific leadership and deep domain expertise, MarketShare enables large companies to measure, predict and dramatically improve Marketing’s impact on revenue.
price ($mm)
$450
rev ($mm)
$57
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7.9x
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closed 12/21/2015 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., purchased Caller Authentication from TNS, Inc.

See 1 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information services, announced that it has completed its acquisition of the caller authentication assets from Transaction Network Services.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
Neustar, Inc. is a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analytics to the communications services, financial services, retail, and media and advertising sectors. Neustar applies its advanced, secure technologies to help its clients promote and protect their businesses. "
 seller parent: Siris Capital Group
seller: TNS, Inc. (TNS:$474.82)
TNS's caller authentication assets include mobile, broadband and wireless services with offerings that include subscriber data storage, database management, caller indentification and verification services. TNS is a leading global provider of data communications and interoperability solutions.
price ($mm)
$220
rev ($mm)
$60
EBITDA ($mm)
$20
EV / rev
3.7x
EV / EBITDA
11.0x
closed 7/30/2015 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., acquired Bombora Technologies

See 1287 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information services, announced it has acquired Bombora Technologies Pty Ltd (Bombora), based in Australia. Bombora Technologies is a group of companies with a strong history in Internet infrastructure technology.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
Neustar, Inc. is a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analytics to the communications services, financial services, retail, and media and advertising sectors. Neustar applies its advanced, secure technologies to help its clients promote and protect their businesses. "
 target: Bombora Technologies
Bombora Technologies is a group of companies with a strong history in Internet infrastructure technology. The Group brings together hardware, software and highly skilled people to create a wave of energy and opportunity within the Internet world.
price ($mm)
$86
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$23
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announced 3/20/2014 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., will acquire .CO Internet

See 212 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analytics, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire .CO Internet S.A.S. and certain associated assets. .CO Internet is the exclusive operator of the worldwide registry for Internet addresses with the “.co” top-level domain.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
Neustar, Inc. is a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analytics to the communications services, financial services, retail, and media and advertising sectors. Neustar applies its advanced, secure technologies to help its clients promote and protect their businesses. "
 target: .CO Internet
.CO Internet is the exclusive operator of the worldwide registry for Internet addresses with the “.co” top-level domain. Since its global launch in 2010, names under management for .co have grown to more than 1.6 million in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
price ($mm)
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$21
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closed 10/30/2013 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., acquired Aggregate Knowledge, Inc.

See 105 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a trusted neutral provider of real-time information and analysis, announced it has acquired Aggregate Knowledge, Inc., a leading campaign and predictive analytics platform for advertising agencies and brand marketers.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
Neustar, Inc. is a provider of market-leading, innovative solutions and directory services that enable trusted communication across networks, applications, and enterprises around the world. "
 target: Aggregate Knowledge, Inc.
Aggregate Knowledge is the only media intelligence company that offers advertisers and agencies an exact science to pinpoint where to reach highest performing customers in a single platform.
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$119
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closed 11/9/2011 via BusinessWire

NeuStar, Inc., acquired TARGUSinfo

See 99 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, Inc., a provider of market-leading, innovative solutions and directory services, has completed its acquisition of Targus Information Corporation, or TARGUSinfo, a leading, independent provider of real-time, on-demand information and analytics services including Caller ID.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
Neustar, Inc. is a provider of market-leading, innovative solutions and directory services that enable trusted communication across networks, applications, and enterprises around the world. "
 target: TARGUSinfo
TARGUSinfo is a trusted information services company headquartered in Vienna, VA, that delivers for businesses authoritative, up-to-date and real-time insight for customer and prospect-initiated transactions — over the phone, on the Web or at the point of sale.
price ($mm)
$658
rev ($mm)
$149
EBITDA ($mm)
$56
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11.7x
closed 7/1/2011 via Market Wire

NeuStar, Inc., purchased Numbering Solutions Business from Evolving Systems, Inc.

See 112 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Evolving Systems, Inc., a leading provider of software solutions and services to the wireless, wireline and IP carrier market, announced it has closed the sale of its Numbering Solutions business to Neustar, Inc. Evolving Systems, Inc. is a provider of software and services to 50 network operators in over 40 countries worldwide.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
NeuStar, Inc. is a provider of market-leading, innovative solutions and directory services that enable trusted communication across networks, applications, and enterprises around the world. "
 seller: Evolving Systems, Inc. (EVOL:$24.32)
Evolving Systems provides activation, dynamic SIM allocation and number management software and services to communication providers globally, helping them to improve process efficiency, reduce costs and enhance their customer's experience.
price ($mm)[EV]
$39 [$46]
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$15
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closed 10/27/2010 via BNC Analysis

NeuStar, Inc., acquired Quova, Inc.

See 7 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Quova, a company that claims to power 95 percent of location searches on the Web, has been acquired by Neustar. The financial details were not disclosed, but Quova will continue to operate from its Mountain View, Calif. headquarters as a subsidiary of Neustar.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
NeuStar, Inc. is the leading provider of neutral, third party clearinghouse services to the telecommunications industry. NeuStar provides an array of services that enable communications networks to interoperate. "
 target: Quova, Inc.
Quova, Inc. enables online businesses to instantly identify where a visitor to their Web site is geographically located. Major e-retailers, ad networks, banks and government agencies integrate Quova's data into their Web applications.
price ($mm)
$22
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closed 1/15/2008 via PR Newswire

NeuStar, Inc., acquired Webmetrics

See 327 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: NeuStar, Inc. has acquired San Diego, CA-based Webmetrics, a leading provider of web and network performance testing, monitoring and measurement services, in an all-cash transaction.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
NeuStar, Inc. is the leading provider of neutral, third party clearinghouse services to the telecommunications industry. NeuStar provides an array of services that enable communications networks to interoperate. "
 target: Webmetrics
Webmetrics provides web performance testing, monitoring and analytics services to enterprises and service providers worldwide. Our goal is to help companies maximize profitability of their web applications by ensuring 24/7 uptime and performance integrity.
price ($mm)
$13
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/27/2006 via PR Newswire

NeuStar, Inc., acquired Followap, Inc.

See 113 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: NeuStar, Inc., a provider of essential communications services to the global communications and Internet industry, has acquired Followap, Inc., a UK-based leading provider of mobile instant messaging products in Europe and Asia, for approximately $139 million in cash.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
NeuStar, Inc. is the leading provider of neutral, third party clearinghouse services to the telecommunications industry. NeuStar provides an array of services that enable communications networks to interoperate. "
 target: Followap, Inc.
Headquartered in London, Followap is the leading provider and an innovator of Presence, Instant Messaging and Interconnect solutions to the telecommunications industry.
price ($mm)
$139
rev ($mm)
$25
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
5.6x
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/21/2006 via PR Newswire

NeuStar, Inc., acquired UltraDNS Corporation

See 1005 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: NeuStar, Inc., a leading provider of essential communications services to the global communications and Internet industry, announced today the completion of its acquisition of UltraDNS Corporation of Reston, Virginia. UltraDNS is now a wholly owned subsidiary of NeuStar.
buyer: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
NeuStar, Inc. is the leading provider of neutral, third party clearinghouse services to the telecommunications industry. NeuStar provides an array of services that enable communications networks to interoperate. "
 target: UltraDNS Corporation
UltraDNS Corporation is a leading Managed DNS Service Provider, delivering superior security, reliability and performance to organizations that rely on DNS for their critical business processes, applications and services.
price ($mm)
$62
rev ($mm)
$13
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
4.9x
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/8/2017 via BusinessWire

Golden Gate Capital, acquired NeuStar, Inc.

See 93 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Neustar, a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information services, announced the completion of the Company’s previously announced acquisition by a private investment group led by Golden Gate Capital. Neustar has built a robust market position around unique, hard-to-replicate datasets and the data science that provides authoritative identities.
buyer: Golden Gate Capital
Golden Gate Capital is a privately held enterprise with over $15 billion in committed capital. They operate as a private holding company and recapitalize, restructure, and ultimately build meaningful businesses in partnership with management over an indefinite time horizon. "
 target: NeuStar, Inc. (NSR:$1,165.09)
As a global information services provider and the leader in Connection Science, Neustar has the most complete understanding of how to connect people, places, and things. Their marketing, risk, security, registry, and communications solutions help over 12,000 clients grow and guard their business.
price ($mm)[EV]
$2,011 [$2,878]
rev ($mm)
$1,165
EBITDA ($mm)
$420
EV / rev
2.5x
EV / EBITDA
6.9x
closed 9/5/2019 via PR Newswire

Comlinkdata, acquired Tutela

See 5 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Comlinkdata, the North American leader in telecom market performance analytics, has acquired Tutela, a mobile crowdsourced customer experience data company. Tutela gathers information on mobile infrastructure and tests wireless experience, helping organizations in the mobile industry to understand and improve the world's networks.
buyer parent: Alpine Investors, LP
buyer: Comlinkdata
Comlinkdata is the leading provider of telecom market data and insights in North America. It provides unique, real-time market performance data and pairs this with a team of telecom-savvy analysts to help clients identify, understand and execute on growth opportunities. "
 target: Tutela
Tutela is a mobile crowdsourced customer experience data company. Tutela gathers information on mobile infrastructure and tests wireless experience, helping organizations in the mobile industry to understand and improve the world's networks.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 5/11/2007 via

Mach Sarl, acquired Cibernet

See 53 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: MACH, the leading global clearing and settlement partner for mobile based transactions, has announced that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire CB Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Cibernet; a leading mobile roaming, clearing and business solutions provider.
buyer: Mach Sarl
MACH is the leading global clearing and settlement partner for mobile based transactions. MACH helps telecommunications companies and enterprises across the world to secure and develop existing and new revenue streams. "
 target: Cibernet
Cibernet provides clearing and settlement services globally to more then 250 operators, through its state-of-the-art One1Clear™ platform, assuring mobile operators roaming revenues with an integrated end-to-end service.
price ($mm)
$200
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/30/2004 via BusinessWire

Syniverse Technologies, purchased EDS Interoperator Services North America from EDS Corp.

See 52 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Syniverse Technologies, a global communications technology company, today announced it has completed the acquisition of EDS Interoperator Services North America (EDS IOS). EDS IOS was owned by Electronic Data Systems, Inc. (EDS). The purchase price was $53.7 million payable in cash, including working capital adjustments.
buyer: Syniverse Technologies
Syniverse Technologies solutions allow more than 650 communications companies in over 140 countries to provide seamless mobile services by making it possible for disparate technologies and standards to interoperate. "
 seller: EDS Corp.
Electronic Data Systems (EDS) is a leading global technology services company delivering business solutions to its clients. EDS founded the information technology outsourcing industry 45 years ago.
price ($mm)
$54
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/30/2006 via

Verisign, Inc., acquired Incode Telecom Group

See 2 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: VeriSign, Inc., the leading provider of intelligent infrastructure for the networked world, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire inCode Wireless, a global business and technology consulting firm.
buyer: Verisign, Inc. (VRSN:$1,142.17)
VeriSign, Inc. is the trusted provider of Internet infrastructure services for the networked world. Billions of times each day, VeriSign helps companies and consumers all over the world engage in communications and commerce with confidence. "
 target parent: Focus Ventures
target: Incode Telecom Group
inCode has become a global force in wireless business and technology consulting, with 14 offices in 10 countries. The company provides strategy consulting services to nearly every major wireless, wireline, cable operator and telecom equipment manufacturer, as well as leading enterprises.
price ($mm)
$52
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 11/30/2006 via

Verisign, Inc., acquired Incode Telecom Group

See 2 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: VeriSign, Inc., the leading provider of intelligent infrastructure for the networked world, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire inCode Wireless, a global business and technology consulting firm.
buyer: Verisign, Inc. (VRSN:$1,142.17)
VeriSign, Inc. is the trusted provider of Internet infrastructure services for the networked world. Billions of times each day, VeriSign helps companies and consumers all over the world engage in communications and commerce with confidence. "
 target parent: Focus Ventures
target: Incode Telecom Group
inCode has become a global force in wireless business and technology consulting, with 14 offices in 10 countries. The company provides strategy consulting services to nearly every major wireless, wireline, cable operator and telecom equipment manufacturer, as well as leading enterprises.
price ($mm)
$52
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/6/2015 via GlobeNewswire

Comverse, Inc., acquired Acision

See 26 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Comverse, Inc, a global leader in digital services, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Acision, a privately-held leader in secure mobile messaging and engagement services, based in Reading, United Kingdom.
buyer: Comverse, Inc. (MESG:$292.74)
Comverse is a leading global provider of telecom business solutions that enable communication service provider success in the hyper-connected world through service innovation and smart monetization. The company's proven and innovative product portfolio includes BSS, and Digital Services. "
 target: Acision
Acision connects the world by powering relevant, seamless mobile engagement services that interoperate across all IP platforms and enrich the user experience creating value and new communication opportunities for carriers, enterprises and consumers across the world.
price ($mm)[EV]
$200 [$357]
rev ($mm)
$191
EBITDA ($mm)
$61
EV / rev
2.1x
EV / EBITDA
6.6x
closed 2/20/2007 via PR Newswire

Atlantic Bridge Ventures, acquired Acision

See 26 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Atlantic Bridge Ventures, a European multi-stage technology private equity fund, has led a consortium of private equity buyers in the acquisition of LogicaCMG's Telecoms Products business, for a cash consideration of GBP265m (EUR392m).
buyer: Atlantic Bridge Ventures
Atlantic Bridge is a multi-stage technology private equity fund, with offices in Dublin and London and focused on the telecoms infrastructure, semi conductor and software markets. Atlantic Bridge brings together one of the strongest technology investment teams in the market. "
 target parent: LogicaCMG
target: Acision
Telecoms Products is the world's leading provider of converged mobile messaging solutions for text and multimedia messaging for 300 customers, who serve over 1 billion consumers worldwide. They also provide voice and video mail services and are a leading provider of intelligent payment solutions.
price ($mm)
$518
rev ($mm)
$29
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
17.9x
EV / EBITDA
announced 10/26/2017 via BNC Analysis

Quess Corp Limited, will acquire Vedang Cellular Services Pvt Ltd.

See 99 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Quess Corp, India’s leading business services provider, will acquire a 70% stake in Vedang Cellular Services. Vedang Cellular Services provides services for Network Planning, Network Optimization, Installation and Commissioning, Operations, Maintenance and In-Building Solutions.
buyer parent: Thomascook.in
buyer: Quess Corp Limited (BSE:539978:$918.70)
Quess, India’s leading business services provider was established in 2007. It serves over 1300+ customers across 4 segments namely, Global Technology Solutions, People & Services, Integrated Facility Management and Industrial Asset Management. "
 target: Vedang Cellular Services Pvt Ltd.
Vedang Cellular Services provides services for Network Planning, Network Optimization, Installation and Commissioning, Operations, Maintenance and In-Building Solutions. They help telecom companies raise productivity through improved strategy, quality, efficiency and cost reduction.
price ($mm)
$6.16*
rev ($mm)
$12
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.7x
EV / EBITDA
closed 7/2/2007 via BusinessWire

TESSCO Technologies Incorporated, acquired NetForce Solutions, Inc.

See 99 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: TESSCO Technologies Incorporated, a value-added supplier of the product solutions needed to build, operate, and use wireless systems, today announced the acquisition of NetForce Solutions, Inc., a provider of technical and sales training solutions to the wireless, telecommunications, and networking industries.
buyer: TESSCO Technologies Incorporated (TESS:$0.00)
TESSCO Technologies Incorporated is a value-added supplier of the product solutions needed to design, build, run, maintain and use wireless systems. "
 target: NetForce Solutions, Inc.
NetForce Solutions, Inc. is a privately held Virginia corporation. NetForce is a complete training and consulting company focused in the telecommunications and networking industries.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 7/11/2012 via BusinessWire

Xerox Corporation, will acquire WDSGlobal

See 52 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Xerox has signed a definitive agreement to acquire WDS, a firm that provides technical support, knowledge management and related consulting to the world’s largest wireless telecommunication brands. WDS uses a proprietary cloud-based platform called GlobalMineTM to capture, analyze and manage millions of technical support interactions.
buyer: Xerox Corporation (XRX:$10,610.00)
Xerox Corporation is the world’s leading enterprise for business process and document management. Its technology, expertise and services enable workplaces to simplify the way work gets done so they operate more effectively and focus more on what matters most: their real business. "
 target: WDSGlobal
WDS is a firm that provides technical support, knowledge management and related consulting to the world’s largest wireless telecommunication brands. WDS uses a proprietary cloud-based platform called GlobalMineTM to capture, analyze and manage millions of technical support interactions.
price ($mm)
$95
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 10/10/2018 via GlobeNewswire

Cloudteam, acquired AddisonEmerson Staffing

See 5 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Cloudteam announced it has acquired AddisonEmerson Staffing, a company that specializes in delivering high-quality IT technicians specializing in cable/telecom infrastructure to help client organizations meet project deadlines and achieve operational goals.
buyer: Cloudteam
Based in Tampa, Fla., Cloudteam thrives in finding the right candidate for the right job. The company realizes that its clients include job-seekers and corporations. It recruits professionals for all types of jobs including, information technology, engineering and medical. "
 target: AddisonEmerson Staffing
AddisonEmerson Staffing specializes in delivering high-quality IT technicians specializing in cable/telecom infrastructure to help client organizations meet project deadlines and achieve operational goals.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 6/30/2011 via Company Press Release

A Consortium of 6 Buyers will purchase Mobile, Networking and Semiconductor Patents from Nortel Networks Corporation

See 2 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Nortel Networks Corporation announced that it has concluded a successful auction of all of Nortel’s remaining patents and patent applications. After a multi-day auction, a consortium consisting of Apple, EMC, Ericsson, Microsoft, Research In Motion and Sony emerged as the winner with a bid of $4.5 billion.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$125,843.00)
buyer: Sony Corporation (SNE:$78,522.85)
buyer: Apple, Inc. (AAPL:$260,174.00)
buyer: EMC Corporation (EMC:$24,566.00)
buyer: Research In Motion (BB:$882.00)
buyer: Ericsson AB (OM:ERIC B:$23,129.81)
The buyer consortium consists of Apple, Inc., EMC Corporation, Ericsson AB, Microsoft Corporation, Research In Motion Limited and Sony Corporation. "
 seller: Nortel Networks Corporation
Nortel is a recognized leader in delivering communications capabilities that make the promise of Business Made Simple a reality for their customers. Nortel's next-generation technologies, for both service provider and enterprise networks, support multimedia and business-critical applications.
price ($mm)
$4,500
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 10/15/2012 via PR Newswire

Roamware, Inc., acquired IPcom Technologies

See 5 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Roamware, Inc., the global leader in mobile operator service solutions, announced the acquisition of IPcom S.A., a leading provider of mobile value added services solutions from Uruguay. IPcom specializes in designing, developing and implementing Core Platforms and Value Added Solutions for the Mobile and Fixed Telephony Market.
buyer: Roamware, Inc.
Roamware, Inc. is the global leader in mobile operator service solutions with a customer base of over 530 mobile operators across 160 countries. Roamware helps operators increase revenue, reduce cost and compete with disruptive technologies. "
 target: IPcom Technologies
IPcom Technologies specializes in designing, developing and implementing Core Platforms and Value Added Solutions for the Mobile and Fixed Telephony Market. The Company provides customers with high levels of profitability, stability and scalability, and contributes and commits to their growth.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/1/2008 via PR Newswire

T3i Group LLC, purchased Telecom Intelligence Group from Access Intelligence, LLC

See 9 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: T3i Group LLC, an investor-backed company formed by financier Richard Dorfman, announced that it has acquired the Telecom Intelligence Group (TIG) division of Access Intelligence. TIG is a leading provider of market research, data, analysis, and consulting and advisory services to the telecommunications industry.
buyer: T3i Group LLC
T3i Group is an investor-backed company that provides market research, data, analysis, and consulting and advisory services to the telecommunications industry. "
 seller parent: Veronis Suhler Stevenson
seller: Access Intelligence, LLC
Access Intelligence, a portfolio company of Veronis Suhler Stevenson, is a b-to-b media and information company headquartered in Rockville, Md., serving the energy, defense, healthcare management, chemical, satellite, aviation, cable, media and public relations markets.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$80
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.0x
EV / EBITDA
closed 6/8/2005 via BusinessWire

Avotus, acquired Applied Research Technologies

See 3 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Avotus(R) Corporation, the leading provider of communications expense management (TEM) solutions, has completed its purchase of Applied Research Technologies (ART) of Salt Lake City.
buyer: Avotus
Avotus is committed to creating leading-edge solutions that dramatically reduce the cost and complexity of enterprise communications by providing insight to, and control of, communications expenses. Avotus' Intelligent Communications Management solution brings together critical information about exp"
 target: Applied Research Technologies
ART is an 18-year old telecommunication consultant firm. ART helps large enterprises quickly reduce costs in their network infrastructure through the use of a unique suite of Internet applications called ARToolsR. The suite combines an online auction for the purchase of network services with an ana
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 12/5/2007 via PR Newswire

Cognigen Networks, Inc, acquired Commission River, Inc.

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synopsis: Cognigen Networks, Inc. an Internet-enabled marketer of communications services and technology solutions, announced the completion and signing of an Asset Purchase Agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of Commission River, Inc.
buyer: Cognigen Networks, Inc
Cognigen Networks, Inc., offers a wide range of telecommunication services and related technology products via its Web site. Cognigen's robust marketing engine harnesses distribution channels featuring a prominent Internet presence, a network of independent agents and several affiliate groups. "
 target: Commission River, Inc.
Commission River, Inc. is an online pay-per-action marketing network that gathers customers for select vendors. Commission River provides marketing tools, training, and tracking that enables online affiliates the ability to drive leads using blogs, paid search, and organic SEO techniques.
price ($mm)
$0.48
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 2/24/2017 via BNC Analysis

Myanmar Posts and Telecommunications, purchased Device Management and AOTA from Gemalto NV

See 2493 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Myanmar Posts and Telecommunications (MPT), the first and leading telecommunications company in Myanmar, has acquired the Device Management and Advanced Over-The-Air (AOTA) services from Gemalto, a security software company. The Device Management and AOTA services of Gemalto develops device management software for mobile network operators.
buyer: Myanmar Posts and Telecommunications
With over 20 million users, Myanmar Posts and Telecommunications (MPT) is the first and leading telecommunications company in Myanmar, providing both fixed and mobile telecommunication services to people and enterprises of Myanmar. "
 seller: Gemalto NV (ENXTAM:GTO:$3,383.47)
The acquisition includes the Device Management and Advanced Over-The-Air (AOTA) services from Gemalto. The Device Management and AOTA services of Gemalto develops device management software for mobile network operators.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/27/2008 via PR Newswire

Light Reading, Inc., acquired Pyramid Research

See 9 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: TechWeb's Light Reading Communications Network, the leading integrated publishing, events and research company serving the global communications marketplace, has acquired Pyramid Research, a market research and advisory service company.
buyer parent: United Business Media PLC
buyer: Light Reading, Inc.
Light Reading Inc. is the ultimate source for technology and financial analysis of the communications industry, leading the media sector in terms of traffic, content, and reputation. "
 target: Pyramid Research
For twenty years, Pyramid Research has helped companies in the converging communications, media and technology industries stay ahead of market trends, understand competitive threats and capitalize on opportunities.
price ($mm)
$8.00
rev ($mm)
$8
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.1x
EV / EBITDA
closed 7/14/2014 via BusinessWire

Synchronoss Technologies, Inc., acquired Voxmobili

See 99 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Synchronoss Technologies, Inc., the leader in mobile cloud innovation and software-based activation for mobile carriers around the world, announced its acquisition of Voxmobili SA, a wholly owned subsidiary of OnMobile Global Ltd. Voxmobili provides address book personal cloud solutions to many of the world’s leading mobile operators.
buyer: Synchronoss Technologies, Inc. (SNCR:$474.00)
Synchronoss Technologies is the leader in mobile cloud innovation and software-based activation for mobile carriers around the world. The company’s proven and scalable technology solutions allow customers to connect, synchronize and activate connected devices and services. "
 target parent: OnMobile Global Limited
target: Voxmobili
Voxmobili S.A. provides software solutions. Its products include; servers, clients, and SDKs, which provide end-user services to wireline/wireless operators, ISP, and hardware manufacturers.
price ($mm)
$26
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
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year
2019
rev ($mm)
$13.66
EBITDA ($mm)
$0.74
EBIT ($mm)
$0.07
Net Income ($mm)
$0.43
Employees
230
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Ticker: TSE:9449
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GMO Internet Group
GMO Internet Group
GMO Internet Group is a Japan-based internet company. GMO Internet is one of the most comprehensive providers of industry-leading internet services worldwide. The group provides services for domain registration, web hosting, ecommerce, payment processing, and more.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$1,797.43
EBITDA ($mm)
$311.81
EBIT ($mm)
$224.87
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
4975
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Ticker: INAP
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Internap Network Services Corporation
Internap Network Services Corporation
Internap provides intelligent IT Infrastructure services that combine unmatched performance and platform flexibility to enable its customers to focus on their core business, improve service levels and lower the cost of IT operations.
year
2010
rev ($mm)
$244.16
EBITDA ($mm)
$36.89
EBIT ($mm)
$0.63
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
416
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Ticker: JCS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Communications Systems, Inc.
Communications Systems, Inc. provides physical connectivity infrastructure and services for global deployments of broadband networks. CSI focuses on innovative, cost-effective solutions that enable customers to deliver, manage, and optimize their broadband network services and architecture.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$112.79
EBITDA ($mm)
($3.04)
EBIT ($mm)
($6.46)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
674
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Ticker: TSXV:ECT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ellipsiz Communications Ltd.
Ellipsiz Communications Ltd.
Ellipsiz Communications is a Canadian provider of OSS/BSS/Big Data solutions to telecom operators and enterprise organizations. They provide hardware and software products along with consulting, design, deployment, and managed services to help businesses increase their operational performance.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$4.55
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.57)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.58)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
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Ticker: SEHK:1883
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CITIC Telecom International
CITIC Telecom International
CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (“CITIC Telecom”) is a reputable telecoms operator in Asia. CITIC Telecom owns and operates a telecoms hub with key markets in China and Hong Kong. The Group expands its business internationally with interconnection services to global telecoms operators.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$1,008.28
EBITDA ($mm)
$263.07
EBIT ($mm)
$175.91
Net Income ($mm)
$105.05
Employees
2181
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Ticker: TKLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Tekelec
Tekelec
Tekelec's intelligent mobile broadband solutions enable service providers to manage and monetize mobile data and evolve to Long Term Evolution and IP multimedia subsystem.
year
2010
rev ($mm)
$423.96
EBITDA ($mm)
$65.39
EBIT ($mm)
$25.08
Net Income ($mm)
$15.01
Employees
1291
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Ticker: TEUM
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Pareteum Corporation
Pareteum Corporation
Pareteum Corporation is a leading provider of mobile networking software and services. Pareteum empowers Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) by providing a patented cloud based mobile communications infrastructure, operating software and managed services.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$32.44
EBITDA ($mm)
($1.96)
EBIT ($mm)
($7.38)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
138
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Ticker: IDCC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
InterDigital
InterDigital develops mobile technologies that are at the core of devices, networks, and services worldwide. They solve many of the industry's most critical and complex technical challenges, inventing solutions for more efficient broadband networks and a richer multimedia experience.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$288.59
EBITDA ($mm)
$101.92
EBIT ($mm)
$32.30
Net Income ($mm)
$30.84
Employees
390
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Ticker: SZSE:300560
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Zhong Fu Tong Group Co., Ltd.
Zhong Fu Tong Group Co., Ltd.
Zhong Fu Tong Group Co., Ltd. provides communications network maintenance and optimization services in China, Thailand, and Malaysia. It offers multi-network standard, multi-brand equipment, integrated communications network management, CDMA, TD-LTE, and operation and maintenance services.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$63.27
EBITDA ($mm)
$8.07
EBIT ($mm)
$6.84
Net Income ($mm)
$6.19
Employees
1065
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Ticker: OM:TALK
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TalkPool AG
TalkPool AG
TalkPool enables the IoT ecosystem by providing professional services and solutions for Internet of Things and the emerging cloud infrastructures. TalkPool also delivers a comprehensive range of network design, engineering, implementation and managed services designs.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$14.20
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.62)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.66)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
249
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Ticker:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Zayo Group, LLC
Zayo Group, LLC
Zayo Group provides communications infrastructure services, including fiber and bandwidth connectivity, colocation and cloud services to the world’s leading businesses. Customers include wireless and wireline carriers, media and content companies and finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$2,586.20
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,177.10
EBIT ($mm)
$524.20
Net Income ($mm)
$128.90
Employees
3774
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Ticker: BIT:LIT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Retelit S.p.A.
Retelit S.p.A.
Retelit is a leading Italian provider of digital and infrastructure services to the telecommunications market. Retelit provides operators and businesses with a complete range of high-quality and safe infrastructure. Their fiber optic infrastructure connects to networks and data centers across Italy.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$82.04
EBITDA ($mm)
$34.50
EBIT ($mm)
$13.00
Net Income ($mm)
$12.49
Employees
93
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Ticker: TSE:3823
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Acrodea, Inc.
Acrodea, Inc.
Acrodea provides services and solutions that target smartphones and other mobile devices. They offer service platform provisioning and provide solutions that support software conceptualization, design, and sales for mobile telecom carriers, mobile handset manufacturers, content providers, etc.
year
2015
rev ($mm)
$13.77
EBITDA ($mm)
($3.09)
EBIT ($mm)
($7.89)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
83
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Ticker: BSE:532944
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
OnMobile Global Limited
OnMobile Global Limited
OnMobile is a leading provider of mobile life solutions. With a Billion plus users every month across the globe, their Mobile solutions help people access information & entertainment, connect with others, their passions and express themselves.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$90.92
EBITDA ($mm)
$7.55
EBIT ($mm)
$1.20
Net Income ($mm)
$1.33
Employees
905
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Ticker: WFII
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WFI
Headquartered in San Diego, CA, WFI is an independent provider of systems engineering, network services and technical outsourcing for the world's largest wireless carriers, enterprise customers and for government agencies.
year
2006
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
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