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Think-Cell Acquires Ai Start-Up Askbrian To Revolutionize Workplace Productivity

PRIVATESep 19, 2023

Acquiring Company

think-cell

Acquired Company

AskBrian

SoftwareEducationInformation TechnologySoftwareArtificial IntelligenceMachine Learning

Description

think-cell, the leading productivity software for creating data-driven presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint, announces the successful acquisition of AskBrian, a company specialized in applied AI for business professionals. This strategic move widens think-cell’s product and technology scope with a focus on workplace productivity.

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think-cell is acquiring AskBrian, announced September 19, 2023.

How much did think-cell pay for AskBrian?
The deal value was not disclosed.
What does think-cell do?
Founded in Berlin in 2002, think-cell is the de facto standard for creating professional presentations in PowerPoint.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

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think-cell

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Founded in Berlin in 2002, think-cell is the de facto standard for creating professional presentations in PowerPoint. With productivity tools and support for 40+ chart types, 10 of the top 10 global consulting firms rely on think-cell. It is the software of choice for the Fortune 500 and taught at 9 of the top 10 US business schools. To learn more and download a fully functional 30-day trial version, visit https://www.think-cell.com

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Who acquired AskBrian?

AskBrian was acquired by think-cell. The deal was reported on September 19, 2023. Founded in Berlin in 2002, think-cell is the de facto standard for creating professional presentations in PowerPoint. think-cell is privately held and operates in Software.

When did think-cell acquire AskBrian?

think-cell's acquisition of AskBrian was reported on September 19, 2023. think-cell, the leading productivity software for creating data-driven presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint, announces the successful acquisition of AskBrian, a company specialized in applied AI for business professionals. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does AskBrian do?

Founded in 2018, AskBrian GmbH is a German startup specialized in applied artificial intelligence focusing on the needs of business professionals. It is privately held, operating in Information Technology.

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