IBM, a hybrid cloud and AI provider, has announced its plan to acquire DataStax, a provider of AI and data solutions, to enhance its WatsonX portfolio and support generative AI applications. The acquisition aims to help businesses unlock value from unstructured enterprise data by integrating DataStax's vector database and
The acquisition aligns with IBM's dedication to open-source AI innovation. IBM will continue to engage with open-source communities such as Apache Cassandra, Langflow, and Apache Pulsar. DataStax's technology is expected to accelerate the adoption of generative AI solutions while addressing data scalability, security, and performance challenges. The transaction is anticipated to close in the second quarter of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. IBM and DataStax's collaboration is set to simplify enterprise AI adoption and maximize data-driven insights for businesses across industries.
