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Hg Capital is acquiring financial software company OneStream in a $6.4 billion all-cash deal, resulting in a 28% jump in OneStream's shares. The deal includes minority investments from General Atlantic and Tidemark, and aims to accelerate AI-driven financial forecasting innovations. This follows OneStream's recent IPO and reflects ongoing recovery in global M&A activity despite economic uncertainties.
Hg Capital is acquiring financial software company OneStream in a $6.4 billion all-cash deal, with shareholders receiving $24 per share, leading to a 28% jump in stock price. The deal aims to accelerate OneStream's AI innovation and scale its software offerings, with private equity firm General Atlantic and Tidemark becoming minority investors. This follows OneStream's recent IPO and reflects ongoing recovery in global M&A activity despite economic uncertainties.
Morgan Stanley has named Microsoft as its top large-cap software pick, citing strong demand, promising AI growth prospects, and increasing margins in Azure AI, with a bullish outlook and a $650 price target.
The article highlights five essential Linux apps for 2025 that improved the author's workflow: Converseen for batch image conversion, LM Studio for running local language models, Packet for fast Android file transfers, Btop++ for system monitoring, and Calibre for ebook management with AI features. These tools demonstrate the versatility and power of Linux software in various tasks.
The Nintendo Switch 2 launched in 2025 as a more powerful, sleek upgrade that performs well with modern games but offers minimal innovation beyond improved hardware features like faster charging and a larger screen. While it set sales records, it feels more like a transitional device with a focus on existing Nintendo franchises and expanding online services, leaving questions about Nintendo's future innovation and the console's long-term impact.
The article discusses the idea of purchasing DLC and aesthetic customizations for Windows 11, similar to game skins, highlighting the potential for monetization and user personalization, while also addressing security concerns with third-party add-ons and the evolving landscape of software-based features.
The article lists 10 Mac applications worth trying in 2026, highlighting innovative and useful software options for Mac users.
You can upgrade an old Windows PC with a Microsoft Office Professional 2021 license for just $34.97, significantly discounted from the regular price of $219.99, providing essential productivity tools for both personal and professional use.
Permira and Warburg Pincus are acquiring Clearwater Analytics for $8.4 billion, taking the company private in a deal that includes several minority investors, with a focus on AI-driven portfolio management tools, expected to close in the first half of 2026.
Nintendo has launched a website allowing users to check the compatibility of Switch games on Switch 2, including both physical and digital versions, to see if their behavior remains consistent or varies on the new console.
The article recommends five essential apps to install first on a new MacBook: Discord for communication, GIMP for image editing, Google Chrome for browsing, Steam for gaming, and VLC for media playback. The author also mentions using Macapps.link for easy app installation and emphasizes the importance of these tools for work and entertainment on a Mac.
A top analyst has praised Palantir (PLTR) as 'the best story in software' and has increased its price target to $215, highlighting strong confidence in the company's growth prospects.
Nintendo's Switch 2 has achieved the highest sales of any Nintendo platform in its first four months, with 10.36 million units sold, driven by strong consumer migration from the original Switch and robust software sales, including popular titles like Mario Kart World. The company plans to focus on software development and expand production to meet high demand, while continuing sales of the original Switch. Nintendo's financials show significant growth, with increased sales and profits, and optimistic forecasts for the year.
Palantir reported record-breaking Q3 earnings with $1.18 billion in revenue and a 21-cent EPS, surpassing expectations, driven by a 77% surge in U.S. commercial sales. The company projects even stronger Q4 results, with CEO Alex Karp claiming these are possibly the best results ever for a software firm, despite a high valuation and mixed analyst opinions.
Affinity has launched a bold new rebrand featuring a unified app suite, a fresh visual identity, and a campaign that emphasizes creativity and punk attitude, aiming to challenge traditional software giants like Adobe.