AI, IoT and cloud computing key drivers of acquisitions in technology, media and telecoms over last 2 years

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In 2018, the total transaction value of M&A deals announced in the global TMT sector reached $630 billion, up 23% from 2017 and significantly ahead of other markets in both 2017 and 2018, according to GlobalData’s Deals Database.

GlobalData’s latest thematic report, Mergers & Acquisitions in Technology Media and Telecoms (TMT), reveals the most notable deals over the last five years, identifies their key thematic drivers, and predicts potential future acquisition targets.

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