SAS Acquires Kamakura Corporation

ACV Acquires Monk SAS

February 28, 2022

AI & Machine Learning

ACV (ACV Auctions) acquired Monk SAS, a Paris-based AI company that provides computer-vision vehicle imaging and automated damage detection. ACV plans to integrate Monk's imaging AI into its data services and inspection products (including Drivably, MAX Digital and ACV inspection applications) to expand its vehicle intelligence and SaaS offerings for dealers and commercial partners.

JA Mitsui Leasing Acquires Katsumi Global, LLC

July 13, 2023

Financial Services

JA Mitsui Leasing Ltd., through its U.S. subsidiary JA Mitsui Leasing Capital Corporation, acquired 100% of Katsumi Global, LLC, a Michigan-headquartered provider of working capital strategies and supply-chain financing solutions. The acquisition is intended to expand JA Mitsui Leasing's business and capabilities in North America by leveraging Katsumi Global's platform, people and experience alongside JAML's financial strength and customer network.

Kaizen Analytix Acquires Nihon Technology

January 19, 2026

IT Services

Kaizen Analytix has acquired Nihon Technology to strengthen its SAP, IT infrastructure, and cybersecurity capabilities while expanding its delivery footprint across Japan and India. Nihon will continue to operate with its leadership team and provide Kaizen clients expanded access to AI, advanced analytics, and large-scale data modernization services.

Accenture Acquires SKS Group

February 16, 2023

Consulting

Accenture has completed its acquisition of SKS Group, a Germany-based consulting firm that helps banks across Germany, Austria and Switzerland modernize technology and meet regulatory requirements using SAP S/4HANA. Approximately 500 SKS Group professionals join Accenture Technology; financial terms were not disclosed.

Tacen Acquires Kawazu Sakura Software

April 26, 2022

Software

Tacen, a US-based legal-first crypto software company, has acquired Japanese developer Kawazu Sakura Software to more than double its engineering team. The acquisition will accelerate development of Tacen's hybrid-decentralized exchange (hDEX) and support the company's effort to expand blockchain technology adoption in Japan.

KKR Acquires Japanese SME Accounting Software Provider Yayoi

March 1, 2022

Software

KKR has completed the acquisition of Yayoi Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese developer and provider of accounting and tax software for SMEs, from ORIX Corporation. KKR will support Yayoi's continued cloud transition and product development using capital from its Asia IV Fund.