SS&C agrees to buy UK's Blue Prism

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Blue Prism is one of the originators of robotic process automation technology
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Blue Prism is one of the originators of robotic process automation technology

Blue Prism's CEO is excited about new R&D possibilities

American fintech firm SS&C has agreed to acquire British software firm Blue Prism, in a £1.2 billion offer, following months of rival bidding with private equity firm Vista. As reported by Reute...

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