Acquisition
News and Articles About Acquisition
Acquisitions ![Leena Rao]()
PayPal Makes Its First Acquisition Post eBay Split
The digital payments company bought mobile commerce startup Modest.
Acquisitions
Raytheon to Buy Cybersecurity Company Websense for $1.9 Billion
The U.S. arms maker is buying the network security provider as cybersecurity continues to grow as a market.
Ready To Launch ![Adam Callinan]()
The 3 Common Numbers That Startups Hide Behind
You're not doing yourself any favors by justifying your business with these statistics.
Hiring ![John Brubaker]()
When Hiring, Take a Cue From the NBA and Look for Performance and Character
Billion-dollar sports franchises conduct in-depth background checks and administer personality profiles for possible draft picks. Here are eight things they look for.
SXSW ![Jacob Hall]()
Make Your Own Luck and Get Acquired
You could be the next Whatsapp if you stay organized and prepared with these tips from SXSW.
Technology ![Catherine Clifford]()
Facebook Buys WhatsApp in Whopping $19 Billion Deal
The social media juggernaut acquires the web-based messaging service in a stock and cash deal.
Ready To Launch
The Case for an Early Buyout
Being acquired by a bigger company early in your venture's life cycle can be a sweet deal in its own right.
Starting a Business ![Andrea Huspeni]()
How This Techstars Startup Got Acquired Before It Officially Started Up
GoodApril co-founder Mitch Fox provides insight into the quick acquisition by Intuit.
Ready To Launch ![Lyneka Little]()
A Young VC on How Young Entrepreneurs Can Land Cash for Their Young Companies
Early-stage venture capital investor Mo Koyfman of Spark Capital talks dollar bills and IPOs, among other weighty topics.
Starting a Business ![Rachael Qualls]()
5 Tips for Getting Acquired
CEO of angel investment group Angel Capital Group Rachael Qualls provides young entrepreneurs insight into how to position their startup for acquisition.
Make More Happen ![Jennifer Wang]()
How Motorcycle Designer Erik Buell Got His Vroom Back, Post Harley-Davidson
The trailblazing entrepreneur followed up a disastrous collaboration by launching a new company, a showcase for innovative racing bikes. But can it get the funding it needs?
