M&A Deal Summary

Kape Technologies Acquires Express VPN

On September 13, 2021, Kape Technologies acquired information technology company Express VPN for 936M USD

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Kape Technologies’ 2nd transaction in the Information Technology sector.
  • This is Kape Technologies’ largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Kape Technologies’ 1st transaction in Virgin Islands (British).

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2021-09-13
Target Express VPN
Sector Information Technology
Buyer(s) Kape Technologies
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 936M USD

Target

Express VPN

Tortola, Virgin Islands (British)
Express VPN is a provider of consumer privacy and security services, enabling users to protect themselves online with just a few clicks. The company’s award-winning software for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, routers, and browsers secures user information and identities with best-in-class encryption and leak proofing. With servers across 94 countries, ExpressVPN provides fast, reliable connectivity around the world. Express VPN was formed in 2009 and is based in Tortola, Virgin Islands.

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Buyer

Kape Technologies

London, United Kingdom
Category Company
Sector Digital Media
Employees1,400
Revenue 623M USD (2022)
DESCRIPTION

Kape Technologies is an online distribution and digital product company. The Company utilises its proprietary marketing technology platforms to prospect, optimise and monetise mobile and web media. Kape Technologies is based in London, the United Kingdom.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 5 of 5
Sector (Information Technology) 2 of 2
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 4 of 4
Country (Virgin Islands (British)) 1 of 1
Year (2021) 2 of 2
Size (of disclosed) 1 of 5
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2021-03-08 Webselenese

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel

Webselenese Ltd. is an online platform specializing in consumer-focused privacy and security content. Webselenese is based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel.

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