Mergers and Acquisitions

Strategic Acquisitions Reshape Tech and Service Sectors

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As I mentioned last week, we're trying something a bit different here at ChannelE2E: Instead of sprinkling our M&A coverage across multiple Channel Briefs, we're going to start pulling together the previous week's mergers and acquisitions into one article every Wednesday. Where appropriate, we'll link to the deeper-dive stories (like our coverage of Blue Mantis's triple acquisition or the Comcast-Nitel buy) for further analysis.

Between March 25 and April 2, 2025, a wave of mergers and acquisitions swept across various technology and service sectors, signaling significant shifts and new opportunities for businesses and professionals operating within these spaces. This roundup highlights key deals and their potential impact.

Nightwing Enhances Cybersecurity Capabilities with Roka Security Acquisition

Nightwing, a cybersecurity and intelligence solutions company, has acquired Roka Security, a provider of managed security services. This acquisition marks Nightwing's first purchase since its spin-off from RTX and under the leadership of new CEO Bob Coleman. Roka Security, established in 2010, specializes in network protection and incident response. The deal aims to bolster Nightwing's full-spectrum cyber portfolio for government and commercial clients by adding infrastructure-as-code and data center operations offerings.

  • Deal specifics: Financial terms were not disclosed.
  • Company size: Nightwing has 2,200 employees; Roka Security’s size is not specified.
  • Key takeaway: The acquisition enhances Nightwing's ability to provide technical training, secure data transport solutions, and critical infrastructure to clients.
  • Date: Announced Thursday, March 28, 2025

    • CloudBolt Acquires StormForge to Optimize Kubernetes

    CloudBolt Software has acquired StormForge, a company specializing in machine learning-powered Kubernetes resource optimization. This acquisition integrates StormForge's machine learning capabilities into CloudBolt's FinOps platform to improve cost management, performance, and visibility in container environments. StormForge's technology helps enterprises optimize Kubernetes workloads by automatically adjusting resource allocation to match real-time demand.

    • Deal specifics: Financial terms were not disclosed.
    • Company information: CloudBolt is a FinOps and cloud cost management company. StormForge is a pioneer in machine learning-powered Kubernetes resource optimization.
    • Key takeaway: The acquisition provides a comprehensive solution for FinOps in Kubernetes, enabling businesses to optimize container efficiency and reduce cloud costs.
    • Date: March 25, 2025.

      • Precisely Expands Data Integrity Capabilities with DTS Software Acquisition

      Precisely, a global data integrity provider, has acquired DTS Software, a global mainframe storage optimization software provider. This acquisition aims to enhance Precisely's offerings for optimizing enterprise data across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. DTS Software provides tools for managing, automating, and optimizing data storage infrastructures.

      • Deal specifics: Financial terms were not disclosed.
      • Company information: Precisely is a global data integrity provider. DTS Software is a global mainframe storage optimization software provider.
      • Key takeaway: The acquisition expands Precisely's mainframe optimization offerings and expertise, providing enterprises with enhanced value and efficiency.
      • Date: March 26, 2025.

        • Allegion Adds Trimco Hardware to Its Americas Portfolio

        Allegion plc has acquired Trimco Hardware, a manufacturer of door hardware. You usually don't think of doors as being relevant to security, but in this case, it involves physical and site security, especially for healthcare, education and other sensitive industries. This acquisition is intended to bolster Allegion's Americas portfolio with high-performance and custom-designed door hardware for commercial and institutional markets. Trimco is known for its specialized solutions for healthcare, education, and restaurant environments.

        • Deal specifics: Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
        • Company information: Allegion is a global security products and solutions provider. Trimco Hardware is a North American manufacturer of door hardware.
        • Key takeaway: The acquisition expands Allegion's core mechanical door hardware offerings and increases opportunities to solve complex security and access problems.
        • Date: March 26, 2025.

          • Elon Musk Sells X to xAI

          Elon Musk has sold the social media site X (formerly Twitter) to his artificial intelligence company, xAI, in a $33 billion all-stock deal. This move aims to combine xAI's AI capabilities with X's reach.

          • Deal specifics: $33 billion all-stock deal.
          • Company information: Both xAI and X are privately held.
          • Key takeaway: The deal is intended to integrate xAI’s advanced AI with X’s platform to deliver smarter experiences.
          • Date:  March 26, 2025.

            • AeroVironment Stockholders Approve Acquisition of BlueHalo

            AeroVironment, Inc. announced that its stockholders have approved the acquisition of BlueHalo LLC. This approval is a key step in the acquisition process, which aims to create a leading next-generation defense technology company.

            • Key takeaway: The acquisition is expected to close in May 2025 and will combine AeroVironment and BlueHalo to deliver integrated defense solutions.
            • Date: March 26, 2025

              • Eaton Completes Acquisition of Fibrebond

              Eaton has completed the acquisition of Fibrebond, a designer and builder of pre-integrated modular power enclosures, for $1.4 billion. This acquisition expands Eaton's presence in the market for modular solutions for multi-tenant and hyperscale data center customers.

              • Deal specifics: Eaton paid $1.4 billion for Fibrebond.
              • Company Information: Eaton is an intelligent power management company. Fibrebond designs and builds pre-integrated modular power enclosures.
              • Key takeaway: The acquisition positions Eaton as a one-stop shop for rapidly deploying power infrastructure.
              • Date: March 28, 2025

                • Zema Global Acquires cQuant.io to Strengthen Analytics Offering

                Zema Global has acquired cQuant.io, a provider of analytic solutions for energy and commodity companies. This acquisition aims to enhance Zema Global's data management and analytics solutions.

                • Deal specifics: Financial terms were not disclosed.
                • Company information: Zema Global provides data management and analytics solutions. cQuant.io provides analytic solutions for energy and commodity companies.
                • Key takeaway: The acquisition strengthens Zema Global's analytics capabilities and expands its offerings for the energy and commodities sectors.
                • Date: March 28, 2025

                  • Comcast Business Completes Acquisition of Nitel

                  Comcast Business has completed its acquisition of Nitel, a U.S. managed services provider. This acquisition expands Comcast Business’s presence in connectivity, secure networking solutions, and advanced technology.

                  • Deal specifics: Financial terms were not disclosed.
                  • Company information: Comcast Business provides technology solutions. Nitel is a managed services provider.
                  • Key takeaway: The acquisition strengthens Comcast Business’ ability to deliver advanced connectivity and networking solutions to enterprise clients.
                  • Date: March 28, 2025

                    • Seagate Completes Acquisition of Intevac

                    Seagate Technology has completed the acquisition of Intevac, Inc., a supplier of thin-film processing systems. The acquisition was completed through a tender offer and merger.

                    • Deal specifics: Seagate acquired Intevac for $4.00 per share.
                    • Company information: Seagate is a leading innovator of mass-capacity data storage. Intevac is a supplier of thin-film processing systems.
                    • Key takeaway: The acquisition expands Seagate's capabilities in data storage technology.
                    • Date: March 29, 2025

                      • Cotiviti Finalizes Acquisition of Edifecs

                      Cotiviti has completed its acquisition of Edifecs, a company specializing in healthcare data interoperability. This acquisition aims to advance data analytics, interoperability, and value-based care solutions in the healthcare industry.

                      • Key takeaway: The combined organization will focus on driving transformative advancements in healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
                      • Date: March 29, 2025

                        • Dow Jones Acquires Dragonfly Intelligence and Oxford Analytica

                        Dow Jones has completed the acquisition of Dragonfly Intelligence and Oxford Analytica, both providers of geopolitical intelligence. This acquisition enhances Dow Jones’s risk and compliance offerings.

                        • Deal specifics: Dow Jones acquired the companies for $40 million.
                        • Company information: Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information.
                        • Key takeaway: The acquisition expands Dow Jones’s ability to provide geopolitical risk and security intelligence to businesses.
                        • Date: March 29, 2025

                          • Pulsant to Acquire Two Data Centers From SCC

                          Pulsant will acquire two data centers from SCC. This acquisition will expand Pulsant’s edge infrastructure and data center network in the UK.

                          • Deal specifics: Financial information was not disclosed.
                          • Company Acquired: SCC’s data centers in Birmingham and Fareham, UK.
                          • Key takeaway for MSPs/VARs: An expansion of Pulsant’s regional data center footprint enhances edge infrastructure capabilities for MSPs and VARs focused on colocation and managed hosting.
                          • Date: March 29, 2025

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