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Ziff Davis to Sell Connectivity Division to Accenture for $1.2 Billion
The deal includes the Ookla, Speedtest, Ekahau, Downdetector and RootMetrics brands.
Mar. 3, 2026 at 6:55am
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Ziff Davis, a New York-based digital media and internet company, has struck a deal to sell its connectivity division to Accenture for $1.2 billion in cash. The division, which includes the Ookla, Speedtest, Ekahau, Downdetector and RootMetrics brands, generated $231 million in revenue last year, or roughly 16% of Ziff Davis' total revenue.
Why it matters
The sale of Ziff Davis' connectivity division to Accenture represents a significant strategic shift for the company, as it looks to focus more on its core digital media and internet businesses. The deal also highlights the growing importance of connectivity and internet infrastructure services in the technology landscape.
The details
Ziff Davis, a New York-based digital media and internet company, has struck a deal to sell its connectivity division, which includes the Ookla, Speedtest, Ekahau, Downdetector and RootMetrics brands, to Accenture for $1.2 billion in cash. The division generated $231 million in revenue last year, or roughly 16% of Ziff Davis' total revenue.
- Ziff Davis announced the deal on March 3, 2026.
- The connectivity division generated $231 million in revenue in 2025.
The players
Ziff Davis
A New York-based digital media and internet company.
Accenture
A global professional services company that provides a range of services, including consulting, technology, and outsourcing.
What’s next
The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.
The takeaway
The sale of Ziff Davis' connectivity division to Accenture reflects the growing importance of connectivity and internet infrastructure services in the technology landscape, as well as Ziff Davis' strategic shift to focus more on its core digital media and internet businesses.
