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  • Questions remain after Oracle's BEA takeover

    Oracle's acquisition of BEA Systems was a logical move by the software giant but it remains unclear exactly what it will mean for users in terms of product roadmap and transition licensing.

  • BEA to take on Asia thanks to Oracle

    Oracle's acquisition of BEA will boost the latter's presence in Asia Pacific, as well as strengthening Oracle's foothold in the telecommunications space, but there will be no serious ramifications on the local market, according to analysts.

  • Oracle to acquire BEA Systems for $8.5 billion

    Oracle plans to acquire middleware maker BEA Systems for US$8.5 billion in cash, the company announced on Wednesday. The move means Oracle will leapfrog IBM as the number one middleware player.

  • SAP puts focus on Business Objects

    SAP has no plans to join Oracle and get involved in the megamerger game.

  • BEA sets buyout price at $21 a share

    BEA Systems said on Thursday that it's willing to sit at the negotiating table with any potential buyers -- if they're open to a price of US$21 a share to start acquisition talks.

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