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Updated on: Jun 2026
Wipro Completes Acquisition of Olam Group’s Mindsprint
Merger & Acquisition

Wipro Completes Acquisition of Olam Group’s Mindsprint

Wipro Limited has officially completed its acquisition of Mindsprint, the digital services arm of the Singapore-based food and agri-business giant Olam Group. This milestone, announced on May 15, 2026, follows the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals and marks the fulfillment of a strategic deal originally revealed in April. Mindsprint Acquisition by Wipro: Strategic Farm-to-Fork Transformation […]

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Cognizant Acquires Astreya to Operationalize AI Infrastructure
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Cognizant Acquires Astreya to Operationalize AI Infrastructure

In a decisive move to solidify its position as an “AI builder,” Cognizant has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Astreya, a San Jose-based leader in AI-first IT managed services. The deal, valued at approximately $600 million, marks a significant expansion of Cognizant’s infrastructure capabilities during what industry leaders are calling the largest data center buildout in history. […]

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Tech Giant Wipro Acquires Alpha Net Consulting
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Tech Giant Wipro Acquires Alpha Net Consulting

Wipro Limited, a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company, has finalized a strategic agreement to acquire certain contracts and employee assets from Alpha Net Consulting LLC. This move is designed to bolster Wipro’s high-end digital consulting capabilities and strengthen its presence in the competitive Silicon Valley market. Wipro Strengthening the Digital Transformation […]

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Wipro to Acquire Mindsprint for $375 Million
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Wipro to Acquire Mindsprint for $375 Million

In a move that signals a bold new era of vertical-specific dominance, Wipro Limited has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Mindsprint, the IT and digital services arm of Singapore-based Olam Group, for $375 million. The all-cash acquisition is the centerpiece of a massive, eight-year strategic transformation partnership with Olam Group, valued at over $1 billion. The “Farm-to-Fork” […]

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upGrad to Acquire Unacademy in Major 100% Share-Swap Deal
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upGrad to Acquire Unacademy in Major 100% Share-Swap Deal

Edtech unicorn upGrad has signed a definitive term sheet to acquire its rival Unacademy in an all-stock transaction. Announced in mid-March 2026 by founders Ronnie Screwvala and Gaurav Munjal, the deal signals a massive consolidation as the industry pivots from pandemic-era hyper-growth toward sustainable, AI-driven operations. upGrad Acquires Unacademy: The “Full-Stack” Education Vision The merger creates an edtech powerhouse […]

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Infosys to Acquire Stratus; Healthcare and Insurance Jobs Shift
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Infosys to Acquire Stratus; Healthcare and Insurance Jobs Shift

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services provider, has announced a major inorganic growth push by entering into definitive agreements to acquire two U.S.-based firms for a combined value of $560 million. On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the company confirmed the acquisition of healthcare digital transformation leader Optimum Healthcare IT for $465 million and insurance technology specialist Stratus for $95 million. […]

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upGrad Acquires Internshala to Dominate Early-Career Recruitment
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upGrad Acquires Internshala to Dominate Early-Career Recruitment

upGrad has announced the acquisition of Internshala, the world’s largest early-talent marketplace. The deal, finalized on February 26, 2026, is structured as a 90% stock-swap transaction. While the exact financial terms remain undisclosed, industry sources estimate the deal values Internshala at approximately ₹100 crore. Bridging the Silos: Education Meets Employment The acquisition is designed to […]

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OnGrid Integrates AI Recruitment via Reczee Acquisition
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OnGrid Integrates AI Recruitment via Reczee Acquisition

OnGrid, India’s leading trust and verification platform, has announced the acquisition of Reczee, an innovative AI-powered recruitment automation startup. This strategic acquisition marks a significant shift in the industry, signaling a future where talent acquisition and background verification are no longer siloed functions but a single, seamless digital workflow. OnGrid Bridging the Gap Between Hiring […]

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JSW Paints Finalizes Historic Acquisition of AkzoNobel India
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JSW Paints Finalizes Historic Acquisition of AkzoNobel India

JSW Paints Limited has officially completed its acquisition of a controlling majority stake in AkzoNobel India Limited (ANIL). The deal, finalized on December 10, 2025, marks one of the largest transactions in the history of the Indian paint industry, effectively merging the “Magic of Dulux” with the aggressive “Thoughtfulness” of the JSW Group. Following the completion […]

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