Ecolab Buys CoolIT for $4.75B to Target AI Cooling Demand

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Ecolab has agreed to acquire liquid cooling specialist CoolIT Systems from KKR for approximately $4.75 billion in cash, aiming to expand its presence in the fast-growing AI data center market.

The deal comes as technology companies increase investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure, driving demand for advanced cooling solutions. Traditional air cooling is being replaced by liquid-based systems that can handle higher chip densities and energy loads.

CoolIT provides liquid cooling technology to major industry players, including chipmakers such as Nvidia and AMD. Its systems are widely used by hyperscale and colocation data center operators.

Ecolab expects the acquisition to strengthen its capabilities by combining CoolIT’s hardware and thermal engineering expertise with its own strengths in water management, chemistry and digital monitoring. This integration is expected to position the company as a more comprehensive provider of cooling and fluid management solutions.

CoolIT is projected to generate around $550 million in revenue over the next year. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026 and contribute positively to Ecolab’s earnings per share by 2028.

ByteDance Sells Moonton to Saudi PIF Gaming Firm

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ByteDance has agreed to sell its gaming unit Moonton to Savvy Games Group, a Riyadh-based company owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, as part of a broader shift in strategy.

The deal, reportedly valued at more than $6 billion, transfers ownership of the studio behind the popular mobile title Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. Moonton was acquired by ByteDance in 2021 and has since become a key player in the global mobile gaming market.

The transaction reflects ongoing consolidation in the gaming industry, where companies are seeking scale, intellectual property and global reach. For Savvy Games Group, the acquisition strengthens its position in mobile gaming and esports as it continues expanding through strategic investments.

For ByteDance, the move aligns with its increasing focus on artificial intelligence and core technology initiatives, as competition intensifies in China’s AI sector.

Moonton’s leadership is expected to remain unchanged, ensuring continuity in operations following the transition.

OpenAI Plans Desktop Superapp to Unify Tools

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OpenAI is planning to merge its core products into a single desktop “superapp” to simplify the user experience and improve efficiency across its ecosystem.

The new application will combine ChatGPT, the Codex coding platform and a browser into one unified interface. The move is aimed at reducing fragmentation and making it easier for users to access multiple AI tools in a single environment.

OpenAI said the decision follows internal concerns that spreading development across separate apps had slowed progress and affected product quality. The restructuring will also involve organizational changes, with leadership roles shifting to support the transition.

The initiative comes as competition intensifies in the AI space, particularly from rivals offering integrated tools for developers and everyday users. By consolidating its offerings, OpenAI aims to strengthen adoption and streamline product development.

The superapp strategy reflects a broader trend in technology toward unified platforms that combine multiple services into a single user experience.