Cisco has announced its intent to acquire NDS Group Ltd., a leading provider of video software and content security solutions that enable service providers, and media companies to securely deliver and monetise new video entertainment experiences.

The acquisition of NDS will expand Cisco's ability to transform how service providers and media companies worldwide deliver next-generation video experiences to subscribers.

NDS uses the combination of a software platform and services to create differentiated video offerings for service providers that enable subscribers to intuitively view, search and navigate digital content anytime, anywhere and on any device.