03/03/2026
Ziff Davis, Inc. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Connectivity division to Accenture for $1.2 billion in cash.
Ziff Davis’ Connectivity brands are globally recognized in fixed broadband, mobile, and Wi-Fi network design, intelligence, insights, testing, and incident detection. These brands, including Ookla, Speedtest, Ekahau, Downdetector, and RootMetrics, empower organizations to optimize networks, elevate digital experiences, and ensure faster, more reliable connectivity.
“This is a transformative deal for Ziff Davis, representing a significant realization of value for our shareholders and a concrete illustration of the quality of the businesses in our portfolio,” said Vivek Shah, CEO of Ziff Davis. “I would like to thank our colleagues at Connectivity for building a terrific business that delivers best-in-class network intelligence and optimization solutions to service providers, enterprises, and regulators all around the world. The Connectivity team is thrilled at the prospect of joining Accenture, a leading global solutions and services company.”
A conference call to discuss the transaction will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. Learn more: https://investor.ziffdavis.com/news/news-details/2026/Ziff-Davis-Announces-Definitive-Agreement-to-Sell-Connectivity-Division-to-Accenture/default.aspx