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ServiceNow’s deal blitz gives it an ‘AI control tower,’ CEO McDermott tells CNBC
By Samantha Subin | Published: December 23, 2025
ServiceNow will acquire Armis for $7.75 billion to expand its AI-era cybersecurity stack and, according to CEO Bill McDermott, build an ‘AI control tower’ that drives workflow and outcomes. The cash-and-debt deal is expected to close in the second half of next year and follows purchases of Moveworks and Veza; Armis reports $340 million ARR with 50% YoY growth. For enterprises, the move signals deeper integration between AI agents and security governance.
HCLSoftware to buy Jaspersoft and Wobby for Actian division growth
By RanjithKumar Dharma | Published: December 23, 2025
HCLSoftware announced plans to acquire Jaspersoft (embedded analytics) and Wobby (AI data analyst agents) to strengthen its Actian data and AI division. The deals aim to expand embedded reporting, dashboards, and natural language analytics for enterprise data platforms. Closing is expected within six months for Jaspersoft and by February 2026 for Wobby.
HCLTech’s software arm to acquire Antwerp-based startup Wobby for $5.2 million
By Livemint | Published: December 23, 2025
HCLSoftware will acquire Wobby for $5.2 million to embed agentic AI, enabling natural language queries and automated insights within its Actian Data Intelligence Platform. The deal, expected to close by February 2026, complements HCLTech’s broader push into AI-led data management and follows its acquisition of HPE’s Telco Solutions business. The company says the move will strengthen metadata, catalog, and governance capabilities for enterprise customers.
HCLTech spends $400 million on acquisitions in a week as it bets on improving AI, data offerings
By Jas Bardia | Published: December 23, 2025
HCLTech unveiled more than $400 million in acquisitions over a week, including Jaspersoft (~$240 million), Wobby (~$5.3 million), and HPE’s Telco Solutions business ($160 million), to sharpen AI and data capabilities. Analysts say the spree signals urgency to win platform-centric, AI-led deals rather than rely solely on traditional services. Each deal is cash-funded and expected to close within six months, reflecting a broader consolidation trend across Indian IT majors.
HCLSoftware set to buy agentic AI firm Wobby for $5.3 million
By Shristi Achar | Published: December 23, 2025
HCLSoftware plans to acquire Antwerp-based Wobby for €4.5 million (~$5.3 million), adding agentic AI data analyst capabilities that enable natural language queries and automated analytics. The deal is expected to close by February 2026, pending Belgian FDI approval, with staged payments over two years. The move aligns with rising enterprise demand for self-service analytics on governed semantic layers.
HCLSoftware to acquire business intelligence platform Jaspersoft for $240 million
By Shristi Achar | Published: December 23, 2025
HCLSoftware will acquire Jaspersoft for $240 million in an asset carve-out that transfers 115 employees and bolsters Actian’s end-to-end data and AI offering. The deal enhances embedded BI, reporting, and developer reach, and is subject to regulatory approvals including CFIUS. It’s HCLTech’s third transaction this month as it doubles down on enterprise data management and GenAI use cases.
Markham SEO Company launches AI-assisted review management and marketing service
By Paul | Published: December 22, 2025
Markham SEO Company rolled out an AI-powered platform to help local businesses generate, manage, and market customer reviews, with a strong emphasis on Google Maps ranking and Google Business Profile optimization. The service streamlines review requests and responses while pairing reputation management with targeted content marketing. For small businesses, it’s a toolkit to boost visibility, trust, and conversion from local search.
SaaS startup Prosperr.io raises $4 million in a seed funding round led by Jungle Ventures
By BL Bengaluru Bureau | Published: December 23, 2025
Prosperr.io raised $4 million to scale its AI-led tax management platform for individuals and enterprises, targeting compliance, deductions, and reimbursements. The company reports strong retention and multi-fold revenue growth as it expands into adjacent services like wealth management. For employers and workers alike, embedded AI in tax workflows promises simpler compliance and better financial outcomes.
