This post is a follow-up my previous posts covering the Yahoo-Verizon merger.1 The Threat of Cyber-crime Cyber-crime is one of the greatest threats that businesses face,2 and it’s a problem that is only becoming more prevalent. The New York Office of the Attorney General saw a 60% increase in data breach reports in 2016 compared…
Author: Matthew Dolloff
The Fallout of the Yahoo Hack
This post is an update of my previous post covering the Verizon-Yahoo merger.1 The Effect on the Verizon-Yahoo Merger Amidst the negotiations for Yahoo’s acquisition by Verizon, Yahoo revealed that its customer data had been stolen in a cyber-attack – with Verizon reportedly looking for a $1 billion reduction in the price.2 A recent Yahoo…
The Verizon-Yahoo Merger
The Deal In July 2016, Verizon announced plans to acquire Yahoo for $4.8 billion.1 The announcement followed a period of decline for Yahoo, and an unsuccessful attempt to shift the company’s operation towards the mobile market. The company made numerous acquisitions, including social media site Tumblr, in an effort to broaden its audience.2 However, despite…