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Private equity unleashed

Private equity professionals are expecting a boost in activity in 2010, according to research by professional services firm BDO.

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Media Corp reports growth

Recently loss-making Media Corporation says it expects a profitable first quarter, helped by October’s £465,000 Purple Lounge takeover.

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Datatec acquires NetStar

Communications technology company Datatec has acquired NetStar Group, an IT support services business, for $19.8 million (£12.1 million).

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IBIS backs Contagious buy-out

Venture capital trust IBIS Media VCT has backed the buy-out of Contagious Communications, an intelligence service focusing on marketing trends and techniques.

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SDL buys Fredhopper

SDL, a provider of translation software and services, has acquired marketing software specialist Fredhopper for an undisclosed sum.

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Braveheart launches new EIS fund

Early-stage technology investor Braveheart Investment Group has launched a new fund under the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS).

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Private equity hungry for tech deals

More than four-fifths of technology-focused private equity firms will make an acquisition in the sector this year, according to research.

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TA Associates acquires eCircle

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Private equity hungry for tech deals

More than four-fifths of technology-focused private equity firms will make an acquisition in the sector this year, according to research.

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TA Associates acquires eCircle

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Oracle ponders AIM float

Pakistan-focused Oracle Coalfields is considering moving from PLUS-quoted to AIM after clinching two key agreements.

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Media Square nabs Chick Smith Trott

Marketing company Media Square has acquired Chick Smith Trott (CST), an advertising agency, from media group Cagney for £430,000.

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iSOFT in refinancing

Healthcare IT provider iSOFT Group has received £120 million in a refinancing supported by Clydesdale, Barclays and Australian bank Westpac.

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Barclays buys LaBranche

Barclays Bank has agreed to acquire the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) market maker LaBranche & Co for $25 million (£15.3 million).

Partner content

Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

Accounting and Finance Software

Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.

Opinion

Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial