Motorola Solutions Nears $4.5 Billion Deal for Radio Maker Silvus

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Motorola Solutions Inc. is in advanced talks to acquire closely held wireless-radio maker Silvus Technologies for around $4.5 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

The companies could announce a deal within weeks, the people said, asking not to be identified because the information is private.