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Fadel Acquires Uk-Based Company Image Data Systems (Ids)

PRIVATEOct 21, 2021

Acquiring Company

IDS

Acquired Company

IDS

New YorkSoftwareContent And PublishingMedia And EntertainmentVideoinformation technology & servicesSoftwareAdvertisingContent And PublishingMedia And EntertainmentSales And Marketing

Description

Combining licensing and rights management with IDS’ powerful content services platform and AI-driven visual search for a complete brand management and compliance solution

Quick answer

IDS is acquiring IDS, announced October 21, 2021. IDS is based in New York, New York, United States.

How much did IDS pay for IDS?
The deal value was not disclosed.
Where are IDS and IDS based?
IDS is based in New York, New York, United States.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

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Company Information

Company

IDS

Location

205 E 42nd St

New York, New York, United States

About

Founded in 1992 and based in London, Image Data Systems UK Ltd (IDS) are renowned for delivering essential SaaS solutions to major media publishers and brands for nearly 30 years. IDS are experts in digital image and video management, providing content services, a content aggregator and powerful search technology to customers across media publishing, luxury and retail brands, as well as over 100 photo agencies. For more information, visit the IDS website.

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Who acquired IDS?

IDS was acquired by IDS, based in New York. The deal was reported on October 21, 2021. Founded in 1992 and based in London, Image Data Systems UK Ltd (IDS) are renowned for delivering essential SaaS solutions to major media publishers and brands for nearly 30 years. IDS is privately held and operates in Software.

When did IDS acquire IDS?

IDS's acquisition of IDS was reported on October 21, 2021. Combining licensing and rights management with IDS’ powerful content services platform and AI-driven visual search for a complete brand management and compliance solution Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does IDS do?

Founded in 1992 and based in London, Image Data Systems UK Ltd (IDS) are renowned for delivering essential SaaS solutions to major media publishers and brands for nearly 30 years. It is privately held, operating in Software.

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