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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
