France willing to buy key Atos assets to keep them French

April 29, 2024 at 09:02AM The French government has tabled an offer to buy key assets from struggling IT giant Atos, including Advanced Computing, Mission-Critical Systems, and Cybersecurity Products, for a value between €700 million and €1 billion. The move aims to protect strategic activities from falling into foreign hands, particularly in defense and aeronautics. … Read more

Airbus Pulls Out of Deal to Buy Atos Cybersecurity Unit

March 19, 2024 at 10:45AM Atos’ shares plunged by over 21% after Airbus decided not to proceed with acquiring its cybersecurity business, part of Atos’ debt repayment strategy. This is the second recent deal to collapse for Atos. The company is now assessing alternative options. Airbus’ interest in Atos’ cybersecurity unit emerged in 2022, with … Read more

Airbus Looks to Acquire Atos Cybersecurity Unit for Nearly $2 Billion

January 4, 2024 at 04:00PM Airbus and Atos are in initial talks for Airbus to potentially acquire Atos’ Big Data and Security (BDS) business for a valuation of €1.5 to 1.8 billion. The offer is nonbinding, and discussions are ongoing. This potential sale reflects the growing need for specialized aviation cybersecurity solutions, with new regulations … Read more

Airbus Offering to Buy Atos Cybersecurity Unit for Up to $2 Billion

January 4, 2024 at 10:13AM Airbus is considering acquiring Atos’ cybersecurity unit for up to $2 billion. Atos announced the potential sale of its Big Data and Security (BDS) business and plans to enter a due diligence phase after receiving an offer valuing BDS between €1.5 billion and €1.8 billion. Airbus aims to enhance its … Read more

Atos confirms talks with Airbus over cybersecurity wing sale

January 3, 2024 at 10:52AM Atos is in talks with Airbus to sell its tech security division to ease financial burdens. Airbus is expected to offer €1.5-1.8 billion and aims to grow its cybersecurity arm. Atos is considering major asset disposals to meet its maturing debts. The sale of business assets signals a change in … Read more