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Check Point Software Technologies will acquire Cyberint Technologies to enhance its SOC capabilities, integrating Cyberint's risk management into the Check Point Infinity Platform.

Canva boosts professional design capabilities with the acquisition of the creative software suite Affinity, targeting the untapped 1% of industry professionals and expanding its enterprise offering.

Thomson Reuters has acquired e-invoicing firm Pagero in a USD $800 million deal. The deal is set to simplify compliance and boost global end-to-start efficiency in real-time tax reporting.

Jersey Telecom's acquisition of Australian tech company Spectrum bolsters the fight against online payment fraud, reinforcing security on a global scale.

Zendesk has enriched their workforce engagement platform with the acquisition of AI-powered Klaus, to deliver superior, intelligent customer experiences.

Hospitality software provider, SevenRooms, acquires AI SMS marketing firm, HeyPluto, to enhance client engagement, drive profits and innovate personalised marketing solutions in Australia's hospitality industry.

Following a drop in funding, 2024 sees a predicted resurgence in climate tech trends, with clean energy, hydrogen, carbon capture and storage, and alternative proteins earmarked for significant investment growth.

GoPro, is set to acquire Forcite Helmet Systems to harmonise tech-enhanced safety with exhilarating motorcycling experiences, exploring wider helmet markets with its international brand reputation.

Identity security giant, Okta, gears up to acquire 2022-born Spera Security, set to boost its identity threat detection capabilities and enrich its customer base with advanced technology.

ServiceNow is set to acquire task mining firm UltimateSuite to bolster its AI capabilities and enhance process mining. .

Digital engineering firm GlobalLogic plans to acquire Sydney's Katzion, boosting its mobility services and expanding into new markets.

Australian firm Nearmap acquires Betterview, integrating AI and computer vision to enhance insurtech capabilities.

Cybersecurity giant Proofpoint is set to acquire AI firm Tessian, bolstering its defences against email-based threats.

WatchGuard Technologies has acquired CyGlass Technology Services to power AI-based network detection and response and open XDR capabilities.

Bain & Company has acquired Max Kelsen's consulting and managed services divisions to offer enhanced ML and AI capabilities to clients across the globe.

Humanforce has recently announced the successful acquisition of intelliHR in a deal valued at over AUD $77 million.

UKG, a provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, has acquired Immedis, a multinational payroll provider, to transform multi-country payroll.

Blue Coat is being sold to private investment firm Bain Capital for US$2.4 billion, in preparation for a return to the public markets.

MyMac, Australian based Apple reseller, will be acquired and rolled up with Monsta Industries, the Mac accessories wholesaler.

OpenText has announced it has acquired Informative Graphics Corporation (IGC), a developer of viewing, annotation, redaction and publishing commercial software.