TechCrunch: M&A

AUGUST 24, 2023

Sony Interactive Entertainment (basically the PlayStation wing) today announced plans to acquire Audeze, the company has confirmed with TechCrunch. The Orange Country, California-based firm is best known for its high-end headphones, targeted at gamers and audio producers. PlayStation-branded products, however, are almost certain to follow.

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TechCrunch: M&A

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Independent music distribution service DistroKid announced its recent acquisition of Bandzoogle, the website builder designed for musicians. The acquisition is a smart move for the company since DistroKid users can now power digital, physical and on-demand sales “within the DistroKid ecosystem,” the company noted in its […]

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Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Miller affirmed that “acquiring companies should be rewarded—rather than penalized—when they engage in careful pre-acquisition diligence and post-acquisition integration to detect and remediate misconduct at the acquired company’s business.” [1] 12] Similarly, in December 2022, the DOJ declined to prosecute acquiror Safran S.A.

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The Deal

AUGUST 15, 2023

ATVI) acquisition, gaming M&A will likely jump to the next level. TTWO) and Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC on notice. Additionally, the FTC and Department of Justice recently proposed changes to federal merger guidelines that could create tougher rules for tech deals, including the purchase of startups and vertical deals.

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How2Exit

JUNE 20, 2023

If you are "Becoming an Acquisition Entrepreneur," start here for free. E31 Joanna Oakey not active but @aspectLegal Joanna Oakey TheDealRoom Australia’s First and Only Mergers and Acquisitions podcast! Discover best practices from industry advisors and businesses that are involved in sale and acquisitions activity.

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Devensoft

JUNE 20, 2023

Corporate development through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is an increasingly popular strategy for companies seeking to drive innovation and growth opportunities. Strategic corporate development involves a systematic and disciplined approach to M&A, starting from identifying potential targets to post-merger integration.

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The Deal

APRIL 28, 2023

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC on April 20 announced that it will acquire Firewalk Studios from ProbablyMonsters Inc. Last year, Sony Interactive Entertainment also acquired Savage Game Studios, Repeat.gg and Haven Entertainment Studios Inc. In July, San Mateo, Calif.-based

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 10, 2023

Mergers Can Consolidate Technology Mergers also allow companies to acquire valuable technology from their competitors. Considerations During Negotiation There are also some risks in entertaining a merger with a competitor that need to be discussed and managed before the discussions get too far along.

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Lake Country Advisors

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are key strategies in today’s business landscape, often dictating a company’s success and market position. Definition and Key Concepts While distinct in their mechanics and outcomes, merger and acquisition share the common goal of corporate growth and market expansion.

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Solganick & Co.

JULY 5, 2023

Solganick served as the exclusive financial advisor for Austin-based, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Premier Services Partner, Nextira in its acquisition by global IT services and consulting leader, Accenture. For more information, please contact us: mergers@solganick.com

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TechCrunch: M&A

AUGUST 2, 2023

The companies said that the acquisition will include tech assets, customer relationships (that is, customers using the tools) and engineering, product and go-to-market talent. All of these will be added to RingCentral’s video solutions business, adding events to its existing offerings in meetings, webinars and video “rooms.”

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TechCrunch: M&A

APRIL 2, 2024

Yahoo is acquiring Artifact, the AI-powered news app from Instagram’s co-founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger, the company announced on Tuesday. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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TechCrunch: M&A

APRIL 26, 2024

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Software Equity Group

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

You have probably entertained the idea of selling your company at least once during your tenure as an entrepreneur. If this is your first time exploring the world of mergers and acquisitions, the learning curve can be intimidating. The following content has been updated as of February 2024.

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TechCrunch: M&A

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Broadcasting company Sinclair recently sold off its free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service STIRR to Thinking Media, a startup that provides cloud-based streaming solutions for FAST and over-the-top (OTT) services.

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The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

APRIL 30, 2024

Bob Bakish, the media giant’s chief executive, is out, removing an obstacle to a deal with David Ellison's Skydance. But the company’s future is no clearer as a key deadline approaches.

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Successful Acquisitions

MARCH 15, 2023

He could now entertain offers with confidence because he knew exactly how long he needed to be involved in the business and at what times he would truly start to transition his way out. Proper timing may not be everything, but it is empowering.

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TechCrunch: M&A

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Block, the Jack Dorsey-founded fintech company previously known as Square, has acquired Hifi, a music-focused fintech startup. The company declined to share deal terms. Hifi founder and CEO Damian Manning announced the news in a LinkedIn post yesterday.

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TechCrunch: M&A

APRIL 3, 2024

News that Yahoo is buying Artifact stirred the technology watercooler yesterday. Artifact was an interesting app, employing AI to help its users find and consume more, and more targeted news. It had some devoted fans, but never reached the sort of scale that would have made it an attractive long-term project.

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PCO M&A Specialists

MARCH 8, 2021

In this educational webcast Andrew de la Chapelle, Senior Strategic M&A Consultant and Dan Gordon, Founder of PCO M&A Specialists have a detailed and highly entertaining conversation to help demystify what is required for business owners to maximize their hard work.

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Cooley M&A

JANUARY 25, 2023

But it wasn’t all carve outs and concerned investors – even with the headwinds in the industry and beyond, there were still several traditional public M&A deals involving biotechnology or medical device companies, as large pharmaceutical companies continued to have cash to deploy for acquisitions.

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TechCrunch: M&A

AUGUST 3, 2023

EventMobi , an event management software provider based in Toronto, Canada, today announced that it’s agreed to acquire Run The World , an Andreessen Horowitz (a16z)-backed platform for online events, for an undisclosed amount. “The future of events will blend in-person and virtual experiences to foster and engage communities.

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Cooley M&A

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Politicization of antitrust and merger review largely in check. While the political climate has led to a tightening of controls on foreign ownership on both sides of the Atlantic, there are few signs that populism is spilling over into merger control review or wider antitrust enforcement. In the U.S., There is no indication that U.S.

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The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Approval from British regulators for the $69 billion takeover was the last hurdle left for the tech giant, which saw off serious challenges to the transaction.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 10, 2024

Others with a broader “entertainment” focus include Atairos, Causeway, The Chernin Group, Elysian Park (more of a VC), Fiume Capital, and Zelnick Media. Larger, Diversified Funds That Also Invest in Sports As sports investing became more popular, many firms with a traditional TMT or media/entertainment focus also got involved.

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Cooley M&A

MARCH 11, 2022

With this ruling, the court also expands on the jurisprudence in In Re Appraisal of Regal Entertainment Group (Del. This appraisal proceeding arose from the acquisition of HFF Inc. The acquisition signed on March 19, 2019 and closed on July 1, 2019. Background and Ruling. the “target” or the “Company”) by Jones Lang LaSalle Inc.

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Cooley M&A

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

2023’s much-discussed downturn in mergers & acquisitions – with global M&A volume and value down 6% and 17%, respectively, from 2022 – was largely driven by the slowdown in the tech sector, with global tech M&A volumes down 51% year over year, while other sectors saw marked increases. [1] billion leading the pack.

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Benchmark International

MARCH 29, 2024

In 2024, spending on the information technology (IT) sector is forecast to rebound to 8%, up from 4% in 2023. The year 2024 will be when the media sector begins to see improved EBITDA and cash flow. Streaming losses are also expected to lessen, improving on a trend that started in 2023.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 4, 2024

This strategy may involve identifying opportunities in the market, evaluating potential acquisitions, and understanding the company’s core competencies that can be leveraged for growth. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) : The merger and acquisition activities are crucial in empire building.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 31, 2023

The show is also highly relevant to finance because entire seasons revolve around mergers, acquisitions, private equity, and shareholder revolts. All these shows can be entertaining, but the writing quality isn’t the same. And yes, there’s even a plot point about debt covenants , of all things.

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MergersCorp M&A International

JANUARY 25, 2024

The deal will result in fresh funds flow into the Club for purpose of expansion, player development and acquisitions. MergersCorp M&A International is a leading firm that specializes in providing high-quality advisory services for mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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Cooley M&A

JULY 9, 2021

However, the Chancery Court’s most recent appraisal decision, In Re Appraisal of Regal Entertainment Group (Del. The Regal appraisal proceeding arose from Cineworld’s acquisition of Regal Entertainment Group in February 2018. Source: Courthouse News Service and LexisNexis CourtLink.

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Devensoft

AUGUST 24, 2023

By melding the proficiencies, assets, and potentials residing within distinct business sectors or entities under a single organizational umbrella, the practice of mergers and acquisitions unveils dormant possibilities, propels inventive evolution, and champions the delivery of unparalleled outcomes. Short on time? Limited on time?

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Solganick & Co.

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The company went after verticals it believed might be especially underserved, like healthcare, financial services, advertising, retail and entertainment — and claimed to count several Fortune 500 brands in its customer base. Buoyed by that customer acquisition momentum, Samooha raised $12.5

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