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Herve Blandin

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Equipped with its 15-year experience as a former IT engineer, Herve covers the tech sector. When he's not busy writing about cybersecurity, cloud computing, and other fascinating technologies, he enjoys running and traveling.

Recent Articles by Herve Blandin

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Nov 23, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Is Ericsson's $6.2 Billion Acquisition of Vonage a Smart Move?

Ericsson's share price fell following the news.

IT technician with a laptop and engineer are talking in data center while walking next to server racks

Nov 19, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Cisco Earnings: Buy the Dip?

Management's short-term outlook disappointed shareholders.

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Nov 18, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Up More Than 100% From Its Recent IPO, Is This Cloud Stock a Buy?

The cloud storage specialist Backblaze addresses vast and growing markets.

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Nov 10, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Is Five9 a Buy After Its Failed Merger With Zoom?

The cloud contact center specialist posted strong third-quarter results, and management announced ambitious long-term goals.

Technician lays fiber cables in the server room

Nov 9, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Lumen Surprisingly Maintains Its Dividend. Is It Safe?

Declining revenue and a high debt load represent significant threats to the payout.

Two technicians discussing with in a server room

Nov 7, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Fastly Set an Ambitious New Goal

Management anticipates annual revenue to reach $1 billion by 2025.

Colleagues working together in a data center

Nov 3, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Is It Too Late to Buy Arista Networks Stock?

The cloud network specialist's stock reached a new all-time high following a strong Q3 report and upbeat long-term guidance.

Information technology professional working in a server room with a laptop

Oct 29, 2021 by Herve Blandin

2 Under-the-Radar Stocks to Watch After Strong Earnings Results

These old tech companies are successfully transitioning their legacy offerings to address growth opportunities.

People having a meeting via a video conference

Oct 6, 2021 by Herve Blandin

What's Next for Zoom and Five9 After Their Failed Merger?

Both companies have reasons to look for other deals.

Information technology professionals configuring servers in a data center

Oct 6, 2021 by Herve Blandin

What You Need to Know About Akamai's $600 Million Acquisition

The legacy content delivery network specialist is beefing up its cybersecurity portfolio.

Two technicians discussing with in a server room

Oct 5, 2021 by Herve Blandin

How Cloudflare Will Disrupt Amazon

The innovative cloud network and security specialist announced some new products. One of them could shake Amazon.

Two colleagues working together at the office

Sep 24, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Here's What You Missed in BlackBerry's Earnings Report

The cybersecurity specialist won't generate profits anytime soon.

Colleagues working together in a data center

Sep 18, 2021 by Herve Blandin

3 Key Takeaways From Cisco's Investor Day

The tech giant announced new long-term goals.

Adult works from home at a desk with a young child beside them, who looks at a tablet.

Sep 13, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Watch Zscaler's Next Big Growth Opportunity

The cybersecurity specialist is expanding its portfolio beyond end-user protection capabilities.

Colleagues working together in server control room

Sep 13, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Sumo Logic Stock Is More Than 50% Off Its All-Time High. Is It a Buy?

The cloud data intelligence specialist's stock dropped despite better-than-expected quarterly results and improved guidance.

Colleagues working together in a data center

Aug 24, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Cisco's New Guidance Means More Than You Might Think

Surprisingly, the networking giant issued a full-year outlook.

People having a meeting via a video conference

Jul 20, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Should Investors Welcome Zoom's $14.7 Billion Deal?

The videoconferencing specialist agreed to acquire contact center outfit Five9.

Dice symbolize of the change from 4G to 5G

Jul 20, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Should Investors Worry About Ericsson's Challenges in China's 5G Market?

The Swedish telecom company's revenue plunged in China during the second quarter.

Colleagues working together in a data center

Jun 28, 2021 by Herve Blandin

Here's Why I'm Waiting to Buy BlackBerry Stock

Fiscal first-quarter results showed worrying weakness in one of the company's key segments.

Colleagues working together in server control room

Jun 4, 2021 by Herve Blandin

FireEye Sells Its Products Business for $1.2 Billion: What You Should Know

The cybersecurity specialist will be able to focus on its high-growth businesses.

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