Like 704Games Company

closed 4/20/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, acquired 704Games Company

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., a leading racing game developer, publisher and esports ecosystem provider of official motorsport racing series throughout the world, has closed the acquisition of the outstanding shares of 704Games Company, an American video game developer of NASCAR games.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target: 704Games Company
704Games Company is an American video game developer and publisher based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company acquired the license to be the exclusive developer of NASCAR video games in January 2015, and has since released six console games and a mobile game, including NASCAR Heat.
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closed 5/5/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, acquired Studio397

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., a leading racing game developer, publisher and esports ecosystem provider of official motorsport racing series throughout the world, has acquired Studio397 BV, the company behind the industry leading rFactor 2 racing simulation platform, from Luminis International BV.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target parent: Luminis International BV
target: Studio397
Studio397 BV, based in the Netherlands, is the company behind the industry leading rFactor 2 racing simulation platform. Their mission is to create the most realistic, accurate and engaging sim racing platform to date, through advanced physics, new graphics engine and competition infrastructure.
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announced 12/14/2020 via BusinessWire

Electronic Arts Inc., will acquire Codemasters

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synopsis: Game developer and Publisher Electronic Arts Inc. announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Codemasters, an award-winning British video game developer. Codemasters specializes in high quality racing games including DiRT, GRID and the BAFTA award-winning official F1® series of videogames.
buyer: Electronic Arts Inc. (NasdaqGS:EA:$5,629.00)
Electronic Arts is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers. "
 target: Codemasters (AIM:CDM:$156.91)
Codemasters is an award-winning British video game developer and publisher with over 30 years of heritage. The company specializes in high quality racing games including DiRT, GRID and the BAFTA award-winning official F1® series of videogames.
price ($mm)[EV]
$1,224 [$1,158]
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$155
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$66
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announced 11/10/2020 via BusinessWire

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., will acquire Codemasters

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synopsis: Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is to acquire Codemasters, an award-winning British video game developer and publisher with over 30 years of heritage. The company specializes in high quality racing games including DiRT, GRID and the BAFTA award-winning official F1® series of videogames.
buyer: Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO:$3,372.77)
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops and publishes products through its two wholly-owned labels Rockstar Games and 2K. "
 target: Codemasters (AIM:CDM:$156.91)
Codemasters is an award-winning British video game developer and publisher with over 30 years of heritage. The company specializes in high quality racing games including DiRT, GRID and the BAFTA award-winning official F1® series of videogames.
price ($mm)[EV]
$964 [$934]
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$99
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$28
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closed 10/22/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Nacon, acquired Lunar Great Wall Studios

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synopsis: Nacon announced that it now owns 53% of the capital of Lunar Great Wall Studios Srl, better known under its 'RaceWard Studio' commercial label. The studio is in charge of the development of the game RiMS Racing for the Nacon Group, a realistic and ambitious motorbike racing simulation, introducing many new game mechanics for the genre.
buyer: Nacon (ENXTPA:BIG:$179.92)
Nacon, formerly Bigben Interactive SA is a French video game company based in Lesquin. Established in 1981, the company designs and distributes accessories for video game consoles, and publishes and distributes video games for various platforms. "
 target: Lunar Great Wall Studios
Lunar Great Wall Studios Srl, better known under its 'RaceWard Studio' commercial label, is in charge of the development of the game RiMS Racing for the Nacon Group, a realistic and ambitious motorbike racing simulation, introducing many new game mechanics for the genre.
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closed 11/29/2019 via PR Newswire

Codemasters, acquired Slightly Mad Studios

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synopsis: Codemasters, an award-winning British video game developer and publisher with over 30 years of heritage, has acquired Slightly Mad Studios, UK's racing simulation specialist and the team behind the critically acclaimed GTR series, Need For Speed Shift & Shift 2 Unleashed.
buyer parent: Balderton Capital
buyer: Codemasters (AIM:CDM:$156.91)
Codemasters is an award-winning British video game developer and publisher with over 30 years of heritage. The company specializes in high quality racing games including DiRT, GRID and the BAFTA award-winning official F1 series of videogames. "
 target: Slightly Mad Studios
Slightly Mad Studios is UK's racing simulation specialist. It is the team behind the critically acclaimed GTR series, Need For Speed Shift & Shift 2 Unleashed. It has over 10 years of pedigree in racing games, and Project CARS represents the culmination of all that experience and heritage.
price ($mm)
$30
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$9
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closed 10/3/2018 via gamesindustry.biz

Bigben Interactive SA, acquired Kylotonn SAS

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synopsis: Bigben Interactive, a European video game publisher, has acquired Kylotonn, a French video game development studio that specializes in racing games. Kylotonn has developed over 25 titles that are distributed by major publishers. Their portfolio of games include WRC, TT Isle of Man, V-Rally 4, Motorcycle Club, Truck Racer, and more.
buyer: Bigben Interactive SA (ENXTPA:BIG:$179.92)
France-based Bigben Interactive is a European player in video game publishing, in design and distribution of smartphone and gaming accessories as well as in audio products. Bigben is recognized for its capacities in terms of innovation and creativity. "
 target: Kylotonn SAS
Kylotonn is a French video game development studio that specializes in racing games. Kylotonn has developed over 25 titles that are distributed by major publishers. Their portfolio of games include WRC, TT Isle of Man, V-Rally 4, Motorcycle Club, Truck Racer, and Flatout 4: Total Insanity.
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closed 6/10/2018 via PR Newswire

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Playground Games

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synopsis: Microsoft announced it has acquired Playground Games, a British video game developer known for developing the Forza Horizon series. Forza is a series of racing video games for Xbox consoles and Microsoft Windows published by Microsoft Studios.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$168,088.00)
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: Playground Games
Playground Games Limited is a British video game developer located in Royal Leamington Spa, England, United Kingdom. It is known for developing the Forza Horizon series. Forza is a series of racing video games for Xbox consoles and Microsoft Windows published by Microsoft Studios.
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announced 8/9/2017 via Market Wire

Millennial Esports Corp., will acquire Eden Games

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synopsis: Millennial Esports Corp. is pleased to announce it has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire an approximate 82.5% majority interest of Eden Games, a French based publisher of racing video games.
buyer: Millennial Esports Corp. (TSXV:GAME:$25.53)
Millennial Esports owns and operates "thE Arena", Las Vegas' first permanent Esports Arena and studio. The Company operates millennialesports.gg, an Esports platform and online community, which provides gamers with a variety of online competitions, leagues and ladders. "
 target: Eden Games
Eden Games was founded in Lyon, France in 1998, to develop one of the most successful game franchises on PlayStation systems: V-Rally. In 2000, the studio expanded its racing expertise with the development of Need For Speed: Porsche for EA.
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closed 3/22/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, acquired Black Delta Trading Pty Ltd

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., a leading racing game developer, and its subsidiary Motorsport Games Australia, announced the completion of its previously announced deal to acquire the assets and the business of KartKraft, the highly acclaimed PC kart racing simulator, from developer Black Delta.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target: Black Delta Trading Pty Ltd
Australian video game developer Black Delta is the creator of the go-kart racing simulator KartKraft. KartKraft is a highly acclaimed kart racing simulator for PC.
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closed 8/15/2012 via Company Press Release

NaturalMotion Games Ltd, acquired Boss Alien

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synopsis: NaturalMotion, a leading developer and publisher of high-end mobile social games, announced that it has acquired Boss Alien Ltd, a games development company based in Brighton, England. Boss Alien’s Brighton base will be NaturalMotion’s fourth studio location, joining Oxford, London and San Francisco.
buyer: NaturalMotion Games Ltd
NaturalMotion Games Ltd. is a leading games and technology company based in Oxford, London and San Francisco. With over 30 million downloads of their games to date, it is one of the fastest growing social mobile publishers on iOS and Android. "
 target: Boss Alien
Boss Alien Ltd is a games development company based in Brighton, England. Its racing game, CSR Racing is the worldwide chart-topping hit on iOS. Since its launch, CSR Racing has become the #1 Top Grossing App in the USA, UK and dozens of other countries.
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closed 5/17/2011 via BusinessWire

Net Element, Inc., acquired vDream Inc.

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synopsis: Net Element, a publisher of digital destinations and Internet services provider, announced that it has acquired vDream Inc., a privately held social gaming company based in Oakland, CA. vDream offers car enthusiasts a unique application to build, customize and race their own cars within a competitive social community.
buyer: Net Element, Inc. (NETE:$45.96)
Net Element is a publisher of digital destinations and services provider powered by a rich video services platform for commerce, HD and 3D formats. The platform supports a network of content-driven, vertically focused applications for consumer, professional and business marketplaces. "
 target: vDream Inc.
vDream Inc. is a privately held social gaming company based in Oakland, CA. It offers car enthusiasts a unique application to build, customize and race their own cars within a competitive social community. vDream is accessible through such sites as Facebook, MySpace and Bebo.
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closed 9/26/2007 via BusinessWire

Activision, Inc., acquired Bizarre Creations

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synopsis: Activision, Inc. has acquired U.K.-based video game developer Bizarre Creations, one of the world’s premier video game developers and a leader in the racing category, a $1.4 billion market that is the fourth most popular video game genre and represents more than 10% of the total video game market worldwide.
buyer: Activision, Inc. (:$0.00)
Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.5 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007. Activision has more than 2,000 employees worldwide. "
 target: Bizarre Creations
Bizarre Creations is an independent developer, famed for such franchises as Formula 1, Fur Fighters, Geometry Wars, Project Gotham Racing and The Club. Bizarre prides itself on providing high-quality next-generation gaming experiences that excel in gameplay, graphics, audio and technology.
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closed 9/28/2006 via BusinessWire

Buena Vista Games, Inc., acquired Climax Racing

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synopsis: Buena Vista Games, Inc., the interactive entertainment affiliate of The Walt Disney Company announced the acquisition of the award-winning Climax Racing from Climax Group Ltd. The studio is of both strategic and geographic importance to Buena Vista Games.
buyer parent: The Walt Disney Company
buyer: Buena Vista Games, Inc.
Buena Vista Games, Inc. is the interactive entertainment arm of The Walt Disney Company. The division publishes, markets and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games and interactive entertainment worldwide. "
 target parent: Climax Group Ltd
target: Climax Racing
Climax Racing was established in 2000, with the goal of becoming the industry's premier vehicle game development house. With carefully managed and rapid growth, it has evolved into a three team studio employing over one hundred people, working for some of the largest publishers in the business.
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closed 4/10/2006 via PR Newswire

SkillJam Technologies Corporation, acquired Fantasy Sports, Inc.

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synopsis: FUN Technologies Inc., one of the world's leading online casual gaming providers, announced today that a subsidiary of FUN's wholly owned subsidiary, SkillJam Technologies Corporation, has acquired all of the assets of Fantasy Sports, Inc. from NASDAQ-listed Silverstar Holdings Ltd.
buyer parent: Liberty Media Corporation
buyer: SkillJam Technologies Corporation
SkillJam is the Internet's premier provider of cash prize skill game play. Players choose the subject category and game type and play for free, play for prizes, and play for cash! "
 target parent: Silverstar Holdings Ltd.
target: Fantasy Sports, Inc.
Based in Pennsylvania, Fantasy Sports provides fantasy sports racing solutions. Founded in 1993, Fantasy Sports is a leading provider of fee-based NASCAR-related and other fantasy sports games.
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announced 11/20/2019 via Company Press Release

Mixi, Inc., will acquire Net Dreamers Co., Ltd.

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synopsis: Mixi, Inc, a Japanese social networking service, will acquire Net Dreamers Co., Ltd., a Japanese company that develops horse racing websites and mobile games. Net Dreamers operates netkeiba.com, the largest horse racing media outlet in Japan. The company also operates Weekly Baseball Online, a baseball news site.
buyer: Mixi, Inc. (TSE:2121:$1,098.60)
Mixi is a Japanese social networking service that allows users to connect with their friends in a convenient way. It enables users to send and receive messages, write in a diary, read and comment on others' diaries, organize and join communities, and invite their friends. "
 target: Net Dreamers Co., Ltd.
Net Dreamers is a Japanese company that develops horse racing websites and mobile games. Net Dreamers operates netkeiba.com, the largest horse racing media outlet in Japan. Their games include Tiki Chiki Derby and Puzzle Derby. The company also operates Weekly Baseball Online, a baseball news site.
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$27
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announced 1/21/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Nacon, will acquire Big Ant Studios

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synopsis: Nacon announced the acquisition of Big Ant Studios, one of Australia's largest and oldest independent video game developers. The studio has developed games for legendary franchises such as Spyro the Dragon but is best known for its high quality sports franchises.
buyer: Nacon (ENXTPA:BIG:$179.92)
Nacon, formerly Bigben Interactive SA is a French video game company based in Lesquin. Established in 1981, the company designs and distributes accessories for video game consoles, and publishes and distributes video games for various platforms. "
 target: Big Ant Studios
Founded in 2001, Big Ant is one of Australia's largest and oldest independent video game developers. The studio has developed games for legendary franchises such as Spyro the Dragon but is best known for its high quality sports franchises.
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closed 12/1/2020 via GlobeNewswire

V2 Games Inc., acquired GameOn App Inc.

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synopsis: Vancouver-based V2 Games Inc., a portfolio company of Victory Square Technologies Inc., has acquired the assets and IP of GameOn App Inc., a leading-edge gaming company providing consumers, broadcasters, sportsbooks, venues, and brand partners with interactive, social experiences around sports, television, and live events.
buyer parent: Victory Square Technologies
buyer: V2 Games Inc.
Vancouver-based V2 Games is a video and mobile game ventures firm focusing on royalty investments in high-value gaming projects featuring globally-recognized intellectual properties. Its portfolio of games includes Pacific Rim: Breach Wars, Rune: Ragnarok, Men In Black, and Hello Kitty. "
 target: GameOn App Inc.
GameOn is a leading-edge gaming company providing consumers, broadcasters, sportsbooks, venues, and brand partners with interactive, social experiences around sports, television, and live events. GameOn drives engagement and revenue through its suite of proprietary mobile and TV technologies.
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closed 9/9/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Esports Entertainment Group, Inc., acquired FLIP Sports

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synopsis: Esports Entertainment Group, Inc., a licensed online gambling company with a focus on esports wagering and 18+ gaming, completed the acquisition of the assets of FLIP Sports, a dynamic and entrepreneurial mobile games studio innovating how fans enjoy and engage with live sports.
buyer: Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (OTCPK:GMBL:$0.00)
Esports Entertainment Group is a licensed Malta-based online gambling company with a focus on esports wagering and 18+ gaming. The company offers fantasy, pools, fixed odds, and exchange style wagering on esports events in a licensed, regulated, and secure platform to the global esports audience. "
 target: FLIP Sports
FLIP Sports is a dynamic and entrepreneurial mobile games studio innovating how fans enjoy and engage with live sports. Through its proprietary in-play, P2P technology, FLIP provides a unique multi-platform second-screen experience within an entertaining, social, and competitive gaming environment.
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announced 5/26/2020 via BNC Analysis

Prey Studios will be merged with FunRock,

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synopsis: Funrock, a developer and publisher of great free-to-play multiplayer online games, has announced getting into an agreement for merging operations with Prey Studios, a developer of computer games designed on niché sports. Both companies are based in Sweden.
buyer: FunRock
FunRock is a developer and publisher of great free-to-play multiplayer online games. FunRock has one clear objective: to provide great entertainment, localized to the users preferred languages, on multiple platforms. "
 target: Prey Studios
Prey Studios is a developer of computer games designed on niché sports. The company's computer games are developed as casual cross-platform games where users can host tournaments, coach fighters, sign sponsorship deals, and design their own gyms.
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closed 4/20/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, acquired 704Games Company

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., a leading racing game developer, publisher and esports ecosystem provider of official motorsport racing series throughout the world, has closed the acquisition of the outstanding shares of 704Games Company, an American video game developer of NASCAR games.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target: 704Games Company
704Games Company is an American video game developer and publisher based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company acquired the license to be the exclusive developer of NASCAR video games in January 2015, and has since released six console games and a mobile game, including NASCAR Heat.
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closed 4/20/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, acquired 704Games Company

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., a leading racing game developer, publisher and esports ecosystem provider of official motorsport racing series throughout the world, has closed the acquisition of the outstanding shares of 704Games Company, an American video game developer of NASCAR games.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target: 704Games Company
704Games Company is an American video game developer and publisher based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company acquired the license to be the exclusive developer of NASCAR video games in January 2015, and has since released six console games and a mobile game, including NASCAR Heat.
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announced 3/24/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, will acquire Digital Tales USA LLC

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., leading racing game developer, publisher and esports ecosystem provider of official motorsport racing series throughout the world, is to acquire Digital Tales USA LLC, the mobile game developer that creates official mobile games for the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK).
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target: Digital Tales USA LLC
Founded in 2006 and based in Milan, with offices in Rome and Miami, Digital Tales develops games, e-Learning solutions and anything in between, including edutainment, gamified training courses and VR/AR apps.
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closed 5/5/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, acquired Studio397

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., a leading racing game developer, publisher and esports ecosystem provider of official motorsport racing series throughout the world, has acquired Studio397 BV, the company behind the industry leading rFactor 2 racing simulation platform, from Luminis International BV.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target parent: Luminis International BV
target: Studio397
Studio397 BV, based in the Netherlands, is the company behind the industry leading rFactor 2 racing simulation platform. Their mission is to create the most realistic, accurate and engaging sim racing platform to date, through advanced physics, new graphics engine and competition infrastructure.
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closed 3/22/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, acquired Black Delta Trading Pty Ltd

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., a leading racing game developer, and its subsidiary Motorsport Games Australia, announced the completion of its previously announced deal to acquire the assets and the business of KartKraft, the highly acclaimed PC kart racing simulator, from developer Black Delta.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target: Black Delta Trading Pty Ltd
Australian video game developer Black Delta is the creator of the go-kart racing simulator KartKraft. KartKraft is a highly acclaimed kart racing simulator for PC.
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closed 12/16/2020 via Company Press Release

Canossa Events, acquired Cavallino, Inc.

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synopsis: Canossa Events has acquired US based concours event and media company Cavallino Inc. With a prestigious reputation for Ferrari enthusiasts, Cavallino has a strongly subscribed bi-monthly magazine and website. Cavallino is also the organiser of landmark events like the Palm Beach Cavallino Classic.
buyer parent: Motorsport.com
buyer: Canossa Events
Canossa Events is a renowned Italian motoring events business. Canossa Events was formed in 2010 and is best known for its classic car rallies and its supercar motor touring events that blend exotic collectable cars, world-class hospitality and road adventures set in Europe and the Middle East. "
 target: Cavallino, Inc.
With a prestigious reputation for Ferrari enthusiasts, Cavallino has a strongly subscribed bi-monthly magazine and website. Cavallino is also the organiser of landmark events like the Palm Beach Cavallino Classic. Cavallino Classic is the largest automotive event of the winter season.
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closed 1/22/2020 via BNC Analysis

Kelsey Media, acquired Motorsport News

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synopsis: Kelsey Media, one of the fastest growing media businesses in the UK, has acquired Motorsport News from Motorsport Network, a global media company focused on cars and racing. Motorsport News is a weekly newspaper in the UK. Motorsport News carries all the news and opinion from the latest events in motor racing and rallying.
buyer: Kelsey Media
Kelsey Media is one of the fastest growing media businesses in the UK. From car magazines, tours and shows, the company is a dynamic multi-media business of more than 60 brands across lifestyle, fitness, homes, aviation, trucks, tractors, cars and pets. "
 target parent: Motorsport.com
target: Motorsport News
Motorsport News is a weekly newspaper in the UK. Motorsport News carries all the news and opinion from the latest events in motor racing and rallying. The paper covers a wide range of motorsports, including circuit racing, rallying, karting, rallycross, drag racing, speed events and truck racing.
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closed 6/5/2019 via Company Press Release

Motorsport Live, acquired Canossa Events

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synopsis: Motorsport Network, the integrated digital platform that is the destination of choice for millions of automotive and racing fans, has announced the acquisition of the renowned Italian motoring events business, Canossa Events. Canossa Events will join the network’s experiences and ticketing division, Motorsport Live.
buyer parent: Motorsport.com
buyer: Motorsport Live
Motorsport Live is the events and ticketing division of the Motorsport Network. Motorsport Live is the combination of bookf1.com, bookmoto.com and bookwec.com, which are motorsport ticketing platforms, and SportStadion, which specialises in organising unique motorsport experiences. "
 target: Canossa Events
Canossa Events is a renowned Italian motoring events business. Canossa Events was formed in 2010 and is best known for its classic car rallies and its supercar motor touring events that blend exotic collectable cars, world-class hospitality and road adventures set in Europe and the Middle East.
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closed 12/19/2018 via Company Press Release

Motorsport.com, acquired Virtually Entertained Limited

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synopsis: Motorsport Network’s strategic push into the rapidly growing esport sector gained extra momentum with the acquisition of a market-leading specialist business, Virtually Entertained, that operates a portfolio of esports services spanning the complete range of capabilities required to deliver motor racing esports events.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network’s technology & distinct brands distinguish their content & services to help them engage motorsport & auto fans. They connect this universe with television, digital content, live events, ecommerce, gaming & social networking to unify people with a passion for all things automotive."
 target: Virtually Entertained Limited
Virtually Entertained is a specialist event company, focusing on delivering esports events to the end client. They operate a portfolio of esports services spanning the complete range of capabilities required to deliver motor racing esports events.
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announced 8/9/2017 via Company Press Release

Motorsport.com, will acquire James Allen on F1

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synopsis: Motorsport Network has reached agreement with high-profile Formula 1 commentator and journalist James Allen to bring his award-winning blog JamesAllenonF1.com to Motorsport.com, Autosport.com and Motor1.com. JamesAllenonF1.com is one of the most influential and widely-read blogs specialising in Formula 1 content.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network’s technology & distinct brands distinguish their content & services to help them engage motorsport & auto fans. They connect this universe with television, digital content, live events, ecommerce, gaming & social networking to unify people with a passion for all things automotive."
 target: James Allen on F1
James Allen on F1 is one of the most influential and widely-read blogs specialising in Formula 1 content. The website is run by James Allen, one of the most experienced and insightful broadcasters and journalists working in Formula 1.
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Motorsport.com, acquired sport media group GmbH

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synopsis: _wige MEDIA AG signed agreements on the sale of its 51% stake in the Munich-based sport media group GmbH to Motorsport Network, LLC, Miami (Florida). With Motorsport-Total.com and Formel1.de, sport media group GmbH is the market leader for motorsport portals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network’s technology & distinct brands distinguish their content & services to help them engage motorsport & auto fans. They connect this universe with television, digital content, live events, ecommerce, gaming & social networking to unify people with a passion for all things automotive."
 target parent: Wige Media AG
target: sport media group GmbH
With Motorsport-Total.com and Formel1.de, sport media group GmbH is the market leader for motorsport portals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Motorsport-Total.com and Formel1.de have achieved some 22 million and 20 million page impressions a month respectively.
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Motor1.com, acquired Motoring Media Network

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synopsis: Motorsport Network’s world-leading automotive website Motor1.com has acquired Motoring Media Network, a content and communications agency that creates and delivers branded content for the automotive industry. Motorsport Network connects hundreds of millions of people who love motorsport and cars.
buyer parent: Motorsport.com
buyer: Motor1.com
Motor1.com delivers the latest news, car reviews, buying guides, pricing, and premium video production in 15 editions in 11 different languages. They focus on all automotive content: cars, sportscars, supercars, sedans, SUVs, motorcycles, auto shows and more. "
 target: Motoring Media Network
Motoring Media Network is a content and communications agency that creates and delivers branded content for the automotive industry – the only agency of its kind in the country. They are based in Australia.
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closed 4/19/2017 via Company Press Release

Motor1.com, acquired AutoNews Medien GmbH

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synopsis: Motor1.com, the leading global source of online car reviews, news, and information, announced that it has acquired AutoNews Medien GmbH with its range of publishing interests including German automotive website, Auto-News.de. AutoNews is one of the definitive sources of news, car reviews, picture galleries, and reports from auto shows in Germany.
buyer parent: Motorsport.com
buyer: Motor1.com
Motor1.com delivers the latest news, car reviews, buying guides, pricing, and premium video production in 15 editions in 11 different languages. They focus on all automotive content: cars, sportscars, supercars, sedans, SUVs, motorcycles, auto shows and more. "
 target: AutoNews Medien GmbH
AutoNews Medien GmbH is a German publisher for automotive news, both in print and online. They are one of the definitive sources of news, car reviews, picture galleries, reports from auto shows and videos in Germany.
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closed 4/7/2017 via PR Newswire

Motorsport.com, acquired Sutton Images

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synopsis: Motorsport Network, the owner of Motorsport.com and Autosport.com, confirmed that it had acquired Sutton Images, reckoned to be the largest independent motorsport photo agency. The company has grown progressively to provide contract photographic services in Formula 1 and other motorsport categories.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network’s technology & distinct brands distinguish their content & services to help them engage motorsport & auto fans. They connect this universe with television, digital content, live events, ecommerce, gaming & social networking to unify people with a passion for all things automotive."
 target: Sutton Images
Sutton Images is reckoned to be the largest independent motorsport photo agency. The company has grown progressively to provide contract photographic services in Formula 1 and other motorsport categories. By the late 2000's, Suttons had amassed an extensive digital archive.
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closed 2/14/2017 via BusinessWire

Motorsport.com, acquired Forix

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synopsis: Motorsport Network, the world’s largest automotive and motorsport digital technology business, confirmed that it had acquired a shareholding in FORIX, the world’s largest and most trusted motorsport results database.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a vertically integrated automotive & motorsport business headquartered in Miami, FL. The technology business manages a global broadcast network, live events, and multiple websites, social networks and e-commerce, gaming, analytics & editorial syndication platforms. "
 target: Forix
FORIX is the world's largest and most accurate motorsport intelligence respository. Every year, they collect, sort and store the results from almost 3,000 races, rallies and other motorsport events to create the most comprehensive motorsport database in the world.
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closed 2/8/2017 via Company Press Release

Motor1.com, acquired Inside EVs

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synopsis: Motor1.com, the leading global source of online car reviews, news, and information, announced its acquisition of the largest independent website dedicated to electric vehicle news, InsideEVs.com. InsideEVs.com ranks as one of the leading online platforms committed to making sense of the rapid growth in the electric vehicle segment.
buyer parent: Motorsport.com
buyer: Motor1.com
Motor1.com delivers the latest news, car reviews, buying guides, pricing, and premium video production in 15 editions in 11 different languages. They focus on all automotive content: cars, sportscars, supercars, sedans, SUVs, motorcycles, auto shows and more. "
 target: Inside EVs
Inside EVs is the world's largest website dedicated solely to plug-in electric vehicles. Inside EVs was created to not just publish the breaking news of the day, but to go behind it, to create it, and most importantly to examine the how, what and why of electric vehicles.
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closed 11/18/2016 via BusinessWire

Motorsport.com, acquired Motors TV

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synopsis: Motorsport Network announced the acquisition of Motors TV, consolidating the world’s largest automotive & motorsport digital technology business with a global broadcast operation. Motors TV International is the first and only channel in Europe dedicated to all things motorsport.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a vertically integrated automotive & motorsport business headquartered in Miami, FL. The technology business manages a global broadcast network, live events, and multiple websites, social networks and e-commerce, gaming, analytics & editorial syndication platforms. "
 target: Motors TV
Established in 2000, Motors TV International is the first and only channel in Europe dedicated to all things motorsport. They offer a platform for top notch championships so that fans and casual observers alike can enjoy the drama and excitement of mainstream as well as grassroots racing.
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closed 11/8/2016 via BusinessWire

Motor1.com, acquired Carplace.com.br

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synopsis: Miami-based technology and multimedia company Motor1.com, a sister company of Motorsport.com, continues its global expansion into South America by acquiring Brazilian market leader, Carplace.com.br. The acquired digital automotive platform allows Motor1.com to expand its global network.
buyer parent: Motorsport.com
buyer: Motor1.com
Motor1.com is a technologically advanced international digital media group specializing in automotive content while delivering the latest news, car reviews, buying guides, price lists and premium video production. "
 target: Carplace.com.br
CARPLACE has become one of the leading automotive websites in Brazil in reference to editorial quality, speed, interactivity and reliability.
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Motorsport.com, purchased Motor Racing Assets from Haymarket Group Limited

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synopsis: Motorsport Network, the Miami-headquartered publisher of Motorsport.com and Motor1.com, announced the acquisition of six business operations that make up the Haymarket Media Group’s interests in motorsport publishing, photography and events. The acquired businesses include Autosport.com, a respected digital voice in international motorsport.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Formed in 1994, Motorsport.com is a technologically advanced international network of online motorsports outlets featuring world-class digital distribution, video and interactive multimedia with news offices in 16 countries in 11 different languages, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. "
 seller: Haymarket Group Limited
Haymarket's Motor Racing assets include magazines Autosport, F1 Racing, and Motorsport News, the motorsport photographic archive LAT Photographic, and the events Autosport International and The Autosport Awards. Haymarket engages in the publishing and media businesses in the UK and internationally.
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closed 10/4/2016 via BusinessWire

Motor1.com, acquired MyGaraj.com

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synopsis: Miami-based technology and multimedia company Motor1.com, a sister company of Motorsport.com, acquired the MyGaraj.com website. Mygaraj.com is Turkey's first and most-visited site for Motorsport and Formula 1 information.
buyer parent: Motorsport.com
buyer: Motor1.com
Motor1.com is a technologically advanced international digital media group specializing in automotive content while delivering the latest news, car reviews, buying guides, price lists and premium video production. "
 target: MyGaraj.com
Mygaraj.com is Turkey's first and most-visited site for Motorsport and Formula 1 information. They offer news and information related to the automobile industry,
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closed 8/2/2016 via BusinessWire

Motorsport.com, acquired Interactive Project

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synopsis: Motorsport.com, a division of the Motorsport Network, announced the company has acquired a majority interest in Interactive Project, a leading developer of motorsports-based gaming. Interactive Project will oversee the development of exclusive Motorsport.com-branded Managerial and Fantasy video games targeted at multiple motorsports series.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Formed in 1994, Motorsport.com is a technologically advanced international network of online motorsports outlets featuring world-class digital distribution, video and interactive multimedia with news offices in 16 countries in 11 different languages, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. "
 target: Interactive Project
Founded in 2011, Interactive Project is a leading European-based online and mobile game development company and has produced such popular titles as MyGPTeam, MyGPTeam Turbo, OverVolt and more.
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Motorsport.com, acquired sport media group GmbH

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synopsis: _wige MEDIA AG signed agreements on the sale of its 51% stake in the Munich-based sport media group GmbH to Motorsport Network, LLC, Miami (Florida). With Motorsport-Total.com and Formel1.de, sport media group GmbH is the market leader for motorsport portals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network’s technology & distinct brands distinguish their content & services to help them engage motorsport & auto fans. They connect this universe with television, digital content, live events, ecommerce, gaming & social networking to unify people with a passion for all things automotive."
 target parent: Wige Media AG
target: sport media group GmbH
With Motorsport-Total.com and Formel1.de, sport media group GmbH is the market leader for motorsport portals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Motorsport-Total.com and Formel1.de have achieved some 22 million and 20 million page impressions a month respectively.
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announced 4/29/2016 via Company Press Release

Wige Media AG, will acquire sport media group GmbH

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synopsis: _wige MEDIA AG is taking over a majority holding in Munich-based sport media group which, with motorsport-total.com and formel1.de, is the market leader for motor sports portals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
buyer: Wige Media AG (XTRA:WIG1:$59.74)
_wige MEDIA AG is a leading communications company in sports and the automotive business, offering a broad palette of media services in the core sectors of technology and content. "
 target: sport media group GmbH
sport media group which, with motorsport-total.com and formel1.de, is the market leader for motor sports portals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
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closed 1/24/2020 via BusinessWire

Minute Media, acquired FanSided

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synopsis: Minute Media, a leading global technology and digital publishing platform, has acquired FanSided from Meredith Corporation. FanSided is one of the fastest growing platforms of sports and lifestyle digital properties, with more than 300 destinations focused on specific professional sports teams, college sports, lifestyle trends, and more.
buyer: Minute Media
Minute Media is a leading media and technology brand focused on two main pillars—platform and content. Minute Media’s platform serves as the company’s foundation, powering its content as well as enabling the evolution of other market-leading digital media brands. "
 target parent: Meredith Corporation
target: FanSided
FanSided is one of the fastest growing platforms of sports and lifestyle digital properties, with more than 300 destinations focused on specific professional sports teams, college sports, lifestyle trends, and more.
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closed 4/17/2019 via Company Press Release

STATS, Inc., acquired Perform Group

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synopsis: STATS has announced its acquisition of Perform, the complete sports content company in the UK. STATS collects the richest sports data in the world and transforms it through AI. Together, the companies will combine STATS’ world-class expertise in AI with both companies’ historical archives, to create a treasure trove of sports data.
buyer parent: Vista Equity Partners
buyer: STATS, Inc.
STATS collects the richest sports data in the world and transforms it through AI to unlock the past, present and future of sports. STATS continues to speed innovation with AutoSTATS, the first-ever AI-powered technology to collect comprehensive sports data from any television broadcast. "
 target parent: Access Industries
target: Perform Group
Perform is the complete sports content company in the UK. They work with media owners, rights-holders, bookmakers and professional teams to produce and distribute content that transforms how the world experiences sport through 5 brands: Opta, OptaPro, Omnisport, RunningBall and Watch&Bet.
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announced 1/13/2017 via GlobeNewswire

247Sports, will acquire Scout Media Inc.

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synopsis: Scout Media Inc. announced that it has entered into an agreement with CBS 247 Inc. as the “stalking horse” bidder to acquire substantially all of the Company’s assets. Scout is a digital multi-channel, male-focused video network, providing authentic targeted content from its team of press credentialed journalists and sports experts.
buyer parent: CBS Corporation
buyer: 247Sports
247Sports is a digital media enterprise focused on delivering original sports and entertainment news on a team-by-team basis to sports fans across the world through a spectrum of platforms. It creates products designed for more engaging consumption of team-specific sports news. "
 target parent: News Corporation
target: Scout Media Inc.
Scout is a digital multi-channel, male-focused video network, providing authentic targeted content from its team of 300+ press credentialed journalists and sports experts across the nation. Scout delivers on men's passion points: NFL, fantasy sports, college football and more.
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closed 5/27/2015 via BusinessWire

Time Inc., acquired FanSided

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synopsis: Time Inc. announced that it has acquired Missouri-based FanSided, a sports, entertainment and lifestyle network of more than 300 websites with thriving communities. FanSided is one of the industry’s fastest growing independent digital content networks, with a collective audience of approximately 15 million unique visitors per month.
buyer: Time Inc. (NYSE:TIME:$2,884.00)
Time Inc. is one of the world's leading media companies, with a monthly global print audience of over 120 million and worldwide digital properties that attract more than 120 million visitors each month, including over 50 websites. "
 target: FanSided
FanSided is the fastest growing independent network of fandom-focused sports, entertainment and lifestyle sites on the Internet. FanSided is a family business, launched by two brothers who wanted to put their own spin on the coverage of their beloved Kansas City Chiefs.
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closed 11/12/2014 via BNC Analysis

Traveas AB, acquired Stampen Sports Media

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synopsis: Traveas buys Stampen Sports Media, a subsidiary of Stampen Media Group. Stampen Sports Media (SSM) includes brands SvenskaFans.com, sister site FanTV.se and the new efforts Golfing.se and SvenskaRaceFans.com. SSM now reaches 300 to 350,000 unique visitors per week through its websites and mobile apps.
buyer: Traveas AB (XSAT:EVERY A:$10.12)
Traveas AB is engaged in the media and technology businesses in Sweden. The company provides media advertising services. It also offers technology solutions, which include the Ancillarator, a cloud based sales and marketing automation tool. "
 target parent: Stampen Media Group
target: Stampen Sports Media
Stampen Sports Media (SSM) includes brands SvenskaFans.com, sister site FanTV.se and the new efforts Golfing.se and SvenskaRaceFans.com. SSM now reaches 300 to 350,000 unique visitors per week through its websites and mobile apps.
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closed 11/18/2013 via Company Press Release

NAMG, Inc., acquired Scout Media Inc.

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synopsis: North American Membership Group (NAMG) CEO James Heckman announced the acquisition of Scout.com from Fox Networks Group. The company is an integrated sports publishing company consisting of two separate divisions that work closely together to deliver a unique and highly integrated Internet and print product offering.
buyer parent: The Pilot Group
buyer: NAMG, Inc.
North American Membership Group (NAMG) excels in creating and growing eleven distinct lifestyle clubs that thrive on the camaraderie they foster between their members and the clubs. Each club's magazine, e-newsletter and website is rich with articles and how-to features. "
 target parent: News Corporation
target: Scout Media Inc.
Scout.com is an integrated sports publishing company consisting of two separate divisions that work closely together to deliver a unique and highly integrated Internet and print product offering. The Internet publishing division consists of a network of more than 200 web sites.
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closed 6/29/2012 via BNC Analysis

Perform Group, acquired Mackolik Internet Hizmetleri Ticaret A.S.

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synopsis: Perform Group plc, a UK-based digital media company, has acquired a majority stake in Mackolik Internet Hizmetleri Ticaret A.S. Mackolik is a Turkey-based owner and operator of sports websites including mackolik.com and sahadan.com. Perform Group is acquiring an initial 51% stake in Mackolik for cash consideration of TRY40.8 million.
buyer: Perform Group
Perform is a world leader in monetising sport and entertainment rights in digital media. They have been consistent and renowned innovators since 2000, and a major driving force in the commercialisation of sport and entertainment rights on TV, on mobile and online. "
 target: Mackolik Internet Hizmetleri Ticaret A.S.
Mackolik Internet Hizmetleri Ticaret A.S. owns and operates a number of Turkey's leading independent sports websites including mackolik.com and sahadan.com.
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closed 7/25/2018 via BNC Analysis

Kuvera LLC, acquired United Games LLC

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synopsis: Kuvera LLC, a provider of affordable access to valuable financial education and current market research, has acquired United Games, a company that designs and markets next generation mobile apps for sports. United Games' FireFan mobile app allows people to play live sports games and use other apps to gain tickets that they can redeem for rewards.
buyer parent: Investview, Inc
buyer: Kuvera LLC
Kuvera LLC provides affordable access to valuable financial education, current market research and cutting-edge technology that enables individuals to increase and cultivate their own financial resources and plan for the future. Their product services are offered on a monthly subscription basis. "
 target: United Games LLC
United Games designs and markets next generation mobile apps for sports through a unique direct marketing distribution model. Their FireFan mobile app allows people to play live sports games and use other apps to gain tickets that they can redeem for rewards like gift cards, vacations, and more.
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closed 6/11/2018 via Company Press Release

ReWorld Media, acquired F1i.fr

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synopsis: Reworld Media, an international digital group, announces the acquisition of F1i.fr, the first French-language site on Formula 1 news, from Edition Ventures. Founded in 2012, F1i.fr is a leading French-language media site on Formula 1 news whose content is focused on Formula 1 teams, drivers, Grands Prix, circuits, etc.
buyer: ReWorld Media (ENXTPA:ALREW:$198.39)
REWORLD MEDIA is an international digital group with a network of 11 proprietary media brands powerful within their B2C segments and an international media network. They offer international advertisers a global offer combining "Media Branding" and "Media Performance" (performance campaigns). "
 target parent: Edition Ventures
target: F1i.fr
Founded in 2012, F1i.fr is a leading French-language media site on Formula 1 news whose content is focused on Formula 1 teams, drivers, Grands Prix, circuits, etc. With 2.7 million visitors and 10 million pages viewed, F1i.fr has developed a media brand highly recognized in the field of Formula 1.
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closed 10/4/2016 via BusinessWire

Motor1.com, acquired MyGaraj.com

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synopsis: Miami-based technology and multimedia company Motor1.com, a sister company of Motorsport.com, acquired the MyGaraj.com website. Mygaraj.com is Turkey's first and most-visited site for Motorsport and Formula 1 information.
buyer parent: Motorsport.com
buyer: Motor1.com
Motor1.com is a technologically advanced international digital media group specializing in automotive content while delivering the latest news, car reviews, buying guides, price lists and premium video production. "
 target: MyGaraj.com
Mygaraj.com is Turkey's first and most-visited site for Motorsport and Formula 1 information. They offer news and information related to the automobile industry,
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closed 4/26/2016 via BusinessWire

Motorsport.com, acquired TurkiyeF1.com

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synopsis: Motorsport.com, a Miami-based technology and digital media company, is expanding to Turkey through its acquistion of the country's most-visited motorsports website, TurkiyeF1.com. As part of the acquistion, Motorsport.com will launch Motrosport.com - TURKEY, a Turkish sister motor racing website which will cover all major racing series.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Formed in 1994, Motorsport.com is technologically advanced international digital media group specializing in motor racing content offering 21 editions in 13 languages, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is part of the Motorsport Network LLC company. "
 target: TurkiyeF1.com
TurkiyeF1.com is Turkey's most-visited motorsports website. It has been the reference point for Turkish auto racing fans regarding F1 team news, races, drivers, videos and more.
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closed 6/24/2015 via PR Newswire

Motorsport.com, acquired Formulawahad.com

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synopsis: Motorsport.com announced its acquisition of Formulawahad.com, a leading provider of online motorsports news and content that covers 22 countries within the Middle East and North Africa. The announcement expands Motorsport.com's global footprint and delivery of online news content, including the largest motorsports digital platform in Arabic.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport.com is a technically advanced international network of online motorsports content featuring world-class digital distribution, video and interactive multimedia worldwide with news bureaus in 14 countries in 10 different languages, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. "
 target: Formulawahad.com
Formulawahad.com, a leading provider of online motorsports news and content that covers 22 countries within the Middle East and North Africa.
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announced 6/2/2015 via PR Newswire

Motorsport.com, will acquire TotalRace

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synopsis: Motorsport.com, a Miami based global technology and multimedia company, announced it has signed an agreement with www.TotalRace.com.br, Brazil's second-largest provider of online auto racing news and content. The acquisition expands Motorsport.com's worldwide global footprint and delivery of online motor sports news content.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport.com is an international network of online motorsports content, multi-national platforms, world-class digital distribution, video and interactive multimedia worldwide. "
 target: TotalRace
Established in 2011 and based in Sao Paulo, TotalRace.com.br is the source for Formula One news and specialized analysis, as well as other important categories in Brazil, such as IndyCar, MotoGP and Stock Car Brazil.
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announced 3/18/2021 via BNC Analysis

XLMedia plc, will acquire Sports Betting Dime

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synopsis: XLMedia PLC, a leading global digital performance publisher, will acquire the business and assets of Sports Betting Dime (SBD), a leading sports betting brand with a national website, sportsbettingdime.com, and two mobile apps. The acquisition of SBD, alongside XLMedia's existing US sports betting asset, provides scale at local and national levels.
buyer: XLMedia plc (AIM:XLM:$64.95)
XLMedia is a leading global digital performance publisher. Operating globally across a variety of verticals including online gambling, personal finance and sports, the Group has established proprietary tools and methodologies to identify and target high value consumers on behalf of its customers. "
 target: Sports Betting Dime
Sports Betting Dime (SBD) is a leading US affiliate sports betting brand with a national website, sportsbettingdime.com, and two mobile apps. SBD covers everything from the latest betting odds, trends, reports, futures trackers, and analysis, as well as cutting-edge betting guides.
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announced 5/4/2017 via BNC Analysis

Catena Media, will acquire Online Media UK Ltd

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synopsis: Catena Media, the world’s leading online casino affiliate operator, is to acquire certain assets of Online Media (UK) Ltd., a UK based fast-growing sports betting affiliate. The acquisition includes, among other, the domain names Bets.co.uk, Bonuses.co.uk and iGamble.co.uk and certain thereto related assets.
buyer: Catena Media (OM:CTM:$128.97)
Catena Media is the world’s leading online casino affiliate operator. As such Catena delivers over 20,000 new customers to the online casinos they work with and who advertise on their international network of web sites, spanning from Scandinavia to the UK and down to Italy. "
 target: Online Media UK Ltd
The acquisition includes, among other, the domain names Bets.co.uk, Bonuses.co.uk and iGamble.co.uk and certain thereto related assets from Online Media (UK) Ltd., a UK based fast-growing sports betting affiliate.
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closed 3/25/2015 via PR Newswire

Motorsport.com, acquired ToileF1.com

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synopsis: Furthering its position as the leader in digital motor sports content, Motorsport.com, a Miami based global technology and multimedia company, announced its acquisition of ToileF1.com, France's leading provider of online motor sports news and content with over six million website page views last month.
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport.com is an award winning, cutting-edge technology company featuring world-class digital distribution, interactive multimedia and the largest motor racing photo database and news article library in the world. "
 target: ToileF1.com
ToileF1.com is France's leading provider of online motor sports news and content with over six million website page views last month.
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closed 1/24/2012 via PR Newswire

USA TODAY Sports Media Group, acquired Fantasy Sports Ventures, Inc.

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synopsis: The USA TODAY Sports Media Group announced that it has completed its acquisition of Fantasy Sports Ventures (FSV) and Big Lead Sports, the largest independent digital sports property in North America. The FSV and Big Lead Sports property provide distinct and independent coverage of every major sport.
buyer parent: Gannett Co., Inc.
buyer: USA TODAY Sports Media Group
The USA TODAY Sports Media Group, created in January 2011, encompasses all sports initiatives across USA TODAY, as well as Gannett Co. Inc.'s 81 community newspaper properties, 23 broadcast television stations, HighSchoolSports.net and BNQT.com. "
 target: Fantasy Sports Ventures, Inc.
Fantasy Sports Ventures, Inc. (FSV) owns and operates Big Lead Sports by FSV, a leading web property with coverage across all major sports. FSV develops custom digital marketing programs for leading national advertisers such as Sprint, Coors, Coke, and McDonald's.
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closed 1/24/2008 via PR Newswire

USA Today, acquired Banquet

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synopsis: USA TODAY announces the acquisition of Banquet, which operates the action sports destination BNQT.com and the Cold War Collective action sports ad network of more than 20 affiliated websites and blogs.
buyer parent: Gannett Co., Inc.
buyer: USA Today
USA TODAY is the nation's top-selling newspaper. It is published via satellite at 34 locations in the USA and at four sites abroad. With a total average daily circulation of 2.3 million, USA TODAY is available worldwide. USA TODAY is published by Gannett Co., Inc. "
 target: Banquet
BNQT is a leading digital media company focused on meaningfully connecting consumers, producers and advertisers in the growing sector of action sports. BNQT operates an action sports video community destination which combines professional action sports video with innovative social networking tools.
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