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Mobiquity Acquires Amsterdam-Based Xaton

Mobiquity has acquired Xaton, a full-service Web and mobile development company based in Amsterdam. Xaton clients include Ziggo, DTG, Superdirect and KPN, says Mobiquity. Xaton’s 60 employees – 40 based in Amsterdam and 20 in India – will become members of Mobiquity’s global team, following the merger.

The company also opened its first European office, headquartered in Amsterdam.

Mobiquity is a professional services firm that creates enterprise-class mobile solutions and apps. Since its founding in 2011, Mobiquity has worked with over 140 companies, including CVS, Fidelity Investments, MetLife, and Weight Watchers, among others.

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