Broadcom Reportedly in Talks to Buy Symantec in Questionable Move Underscoring Foray Into Software
On July 2, Bloomberg reported that Broadcom is finalizing a deal to buy Symantec, with the Financial Times further reporting that the transaction would be for more than $15 billion. Nearly a year after announcing a deal to acquire CA Technologies for $18.9 billion, Broadcom is pursuing another software firm, thus solidifying its strategy of acquiring software in lieu of semiconductor or hardware firms. This potential tie-up bears an uncanny resemblance to the ill-fated Intel-McAfee combination i...Symantec is a provider of cyber security. The company provides cyber security products, services and solutions to organizations and individuals worldwide. The company's Enterprise Security portfolio includes a mix of products, services and solutions, delivered as part of an Integrated Cyber Defense platform. The company's platform unifies cloud and on-premises security to provide threat protection and information protection across endpoints, networks, email, and cloud applications. The company also provides services, support services, and cyber security services. The company's Cyber Safety solutions from Norton LifeLock help consumers protect their devices, online privacy, identities, and home networks.
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