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Aurizn acquires PAC Australia to expand defence expertise
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Aurizn acquires PAC Australia to expand defence expertise

Aurizn Group has acquired PAC Australia in a strategic move to bolster its position in the defence technology sector, enhancing capabilities and expertise.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Accenture enhances AI cybersecurity for Australia
Supply Chain

Accenture enhances AI cybersecurity for Australia

Accenture has expanded its generative-AI cybersecurity services to strengthen Australian businesses against a surge in advanced digital threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

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Dave Schneider joins Logpoint as VP of marketing
Security Information and Event Management

Dave Schneider joins Logpoint as VP of marketing

Logpoint has appointed Dave Schneider as Vice President of Marketing, tasked with enhancing the company's global strategy and driving growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
LogicMonitor secures USD $800m to advance AI initiatives
Software-as-a-Service

LogicMonitor secures USD $800m to advance AI initiatives

LogicMonitor has secured an investment of USD $800 million, raising its valuation to approximately USD $2.4 billion to enhance its AI-driven observability platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
N-able acquires Adlumin to boost cybersecurity offerings
Data Protection

N-able acquires Adlumin to boost cybersecurity offerings

N-able has acquired Adlumin for approximately USD $100 million, bolstering its security operations with advanced cloud-native XDR and MDR solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
ECI Software Solutions celebrates 25 years of innovation
Clean technologies

ECI Software Solutions celebrates 25 years of innovation

ECI Software Solutions celebrates its 25th anniversary, having served over 25,000 customers across 90 countries and acquired 53 companies to enhance its offerings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Dragos expands executive team amid cybersecurity market growth
Customer Experience

Dragos expands executive team amid cybersecurity market growth

Dragos has appointed Mark Matheos as CFO, Mark Packham as CMO, and Darren Sankbeil as CSO to enhance its cybersecurity leadership and growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
KnowBe4 unveils AI-focused HRM+ for human risk management
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

KnowBe4 unveils AI-focused HRM+ for human risk management

KnowBe4 has launched HRM+, a human risk management platform to tackle cybersecurity risks in the AI era, following its acquisition of Egress.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Alkira platform delivers major efficiency gains for firms
Network Infrastructure

Alkira platform delivers major efficiency gains for firms

A study by Nemertes shows Alkira's infrastructure-as-a-service platform offers firms significant benefits, cutting network provisioning time by 96%.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Genetec secures second spot in global access control market
Firewalls

Genetec secures second spot in global access control market

Genetec has secured the number two position in the global access control market, showcasing a strong 28% growth rate over six years, says Omdia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

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AI personalisation key for UK firms, says Zendesk report
Digital Transformation

AI personalisation key for UK firms, says Zendesk report

A new Zendesk report highlights the crucial role of personalised AI in enhancing customer loyalty for UK firms amid evolving consumer expectations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
LogicMonitor secures USD $800m for AI data centre boost
Software-as-a-Service

LogicMonitor secures USD $800m for AI data centre boost

LogicMonitor secures a USD $800 million investment, boosting its valuation to USD $2.4 billion and enhancing its AI-driven data centre solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
AI takeover risk: Singapore tops cities facing skills gap
Digital Transformation

AI takeover risk: Singapore tops cities facing skills gap

As the global skills shortage grows, Nsoft identifies Singapore, San Francisco, and Amsterdam as cities at high risk of an AI takeover in 2024.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Inploi integrates with Cornerstone for enhanced hiring tech
Software-as-a-Service

Inploi integrates with Cornerstone for enhanced hiring tech

UK talent acquisition firm inploi has partnered with Cornerstone OnDemand, integrating their platforms to enhance global recruitment and employee development.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Lawfront selects NetDocuments for document management
Physical Security

Lawfront selects NetDocuments for document management

Lawfront has selected NetDocuments as its document management system across four UK law firms, enhancing productivity for 800 lawyers across 28 offices.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
UK language app users invest time & money but lack confidence
Mobile Apps

UK language app users invest time & money but lack confidence

Research by Wall Street English reveals that UK language app users invest significant time and money yet often lack confidence in their speaking abilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Luzern eCommerce acquires Tambo for Amazon strategy boost
Data Analytics

Luzern eCommerce acquires Tambo for Amazon strategy boost

Luzern eCommerce has acquired Tambo Marketplaces Limited to enhance its Amazon strategy, combining expertise for a powerful eCommerce solution.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024