Microsoft Eyes Darwinbox Pre-IPO Buyout: Report
Microsoft is reportedly among the interested parties exploring a pre-IPO buyout of KKR-backed HR and payroll software company Darwinbox, which could be valued at up to $2 billion. Salesforce and ADP …
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