Qlik Acquires Upsolver to Enhance Real-Time Data and AI Capabilities

Qlik has announced the acquisition of Upsolver, a company specializing in real-time data streaming and Apache Iceberg optimization. This acquisition strengthens Qlik’s ability to deliver end-to-end, open, and scalable solutions that unify data integration, analytics, and AI under a single platform.

The integration of Upsolver’s real-time ingestion and adaptive optimization technologies with Qlik’s comprehensive data platform will empower organizations to access data faster, optimize their data estate, reduce costs, and unlock AI-driven insights. This move positions Qlik to lead the transition to open data lakehouses, catering to enterprises that demand flexibility, scalability, and performance.

Apache Iceberg, a groundbreaking open table format, supports high-performance analytics on large datasets and seamless integration with various data processing engines. By combining Upsolver’s real-time ingestion with Qlik’s data platform, the acquisition enables a seamless experience for delivering timely insights, cutting infrastructure costs, and scaling analytics and AI initiatives with open, trusted, and governed data.

Key Benefits of the Acquisition:

• Real-Time Insights: Continuous ingestion from streaming sources like Kafka and Kinesis, enhancing decision-making and AI workflows.
• Unified Data Ecosystem: A single platform for ingesting, transforming, managing, optimizing, and governing Iceberg-based open lakehouses.
• Cost Optimization: Upsolver’s Adaptive Iceberg Optimizer reduces storage costs and improves query performance by up to 5x with automated, table-specific optimizations.
• Open and Interoperable: Use the open Iceberg table format to work flexibly with tools and engines like Snowflake, Databricks, and Athena.

James Fisher, Chief Strategy Officer at Qlik, shared, “With Upsolver’s real-time streaming and Iceberg optimization, we’re enhancing Qlik’s enterprise solutions, driving more value for our customers. We’re excited to welcome Upsolver’s team of experts to further strengthen our commitment to open, scalable data solutions.”

Stewart Bond, Vice President of Data Intelligence and Integration Software Research at IDC, commented, “This acquisition positions Qlik to meet the growing demand for scalable and interoperable solutions that unlock the full potential of AI and machine learning, while maintaining control over costs and governance.”

Ori Rafael, CEO of Upsolver, added, “Our real-time ingestion and Iceberg optimization seamlessly integrate with Qlik’s platform, offering a unified solution that empowers organizations to scale, reduce costs, and enable AI-driven innovation with trusted, governed data.”

This acquisition solidifies Qlik’s position as a leader in open, real-time data solutions, helping businesses simplify data management, enhance operational efficiency, and scale AI-driven strategies. Learn more about how Qlik and Upsolver can transform your data approach at Qlik.com.