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Swoop reports strong Q1 growth, reaffirms Vonex bid
Unified Communications

Swoop reports strong Q1 growth, reaffirms Vonex bid

Swoop has reported a 15% rise in recurring revenues for Q1 FY25 and reaffirmed its bid for Vonex Limited amid ongoing growth in Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

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Kaseya launches Kaseya 365 User with SaaS Alerts buyout
Data Protection

Kaseya launches Kaseya 365 User with SaaS Alerts buyout

Kaseya has launched Kaseya 365 User and acquired SaaS Alerts, bolstering cybersecurity features for managed service providers aiming to enhance profitability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
EY launches cloud platform for strategic decision-making
Data Analytics

EY launches cloud platform for strategic decision-making

EY has launched 'EY Competitive Edge', a cloud platform using AI to provide critical insights from a vast data pool for strategic business decisions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Epicor acquires Acadia to enhance frontline operations
Supply Chain

Epicor acquires Acadia to enhance frontline operations

Epicor has acquired Acadia Software, enhancing its commitment to providing advanced digital tools and insights to frontline workers in manufacturing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Logpoint named leader in IDC MarketScape SIEM for SMB 2024
Data Protection

Logpoint named leader in IDC MarketScape SIEM for SMB 2024

Logpoint has been named a Leader in IDC MarketScape's Worldwide SIEM for SMB 2024, highlighting its advanced capabilities for cyber threat detection.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Silicon Valley Bank provides USD $50M to Bugcrowd
Crypto

Silicon Valley Bank provides USD $50M to Bugcrowd

Silicon Valley Bank has granted Bugcrowd USD $50 million to enhance its AI-driven cybersecurity solutions and accelerate growth in the global market.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Proofpoint to acquire Normalyze, enhancing AI-powered DSPM
Software-as-a-Service

Proofpoint to acquire Normalyze, enhancing AI-powered DSPM

Proofpoint is set to acquire Normalyze, enhancing its Data Security Posture Management capabilities with AI technology by November 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
DigitalBridge to acquire Yondr Group in strategic move
Digital Transformation

DigitalBridge to acquire Yondr Group in strategic move

DigitalBridge has unveiled plans to acquire Yondr Group, a key player in hyperscale data centres, amid rising demand driven by AI advancements.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Cohesity appoints Vasu Murthy as Chief Product Officer
Data Protection

Cohesity appoints Vasu Murthy as Chief Product Officer

Cohesity has appointed Vasu Murthy as Senior Vice President and Chief Product Officer to enhance its data security portfolio amid substantial growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Proofpoint announces acquisition of DSPM firm Normalyze
Software-as-a-Service

Proofpoint announces acquisition of DSPM firm Normalyze

Proofpoint is set to acquire Normalyze for an undisclosed sum, targeting enhanced data security through AI-driven DSPM technology by November 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Dayforce named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Data Analytics

Dayforce named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Dayforce has been recognised as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites, marking its fifth consecutive year of achievement.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
HMC Capital acquires Global Switch Australia, promising growth
High Performance Computing

HMC Capital acquires Global Switch Australia, promising growth

HMC Capital has acquired Global Switch Australia, a move set to reshape the region's data centre sector and enhance local investment and services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Anchora achieves Adobe Journey Optimiser specialisation
Unified Communications

Anchora achieves Adobe Journey Optimiser specialisation

Anchora has secured its position as the first agency in the Asia-Pacific to achieve Adobe Journey Optimiser Specialisation, enhancing client marketing success.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Acumen Cyber expands into Ireland with new appointments
Firewalls

Acumen Cyber expands into Ireland with new appointments

Acumen Cyber expands into Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland with new team members, aiming for top five in managed security by 2028.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
ANZ HR leaders take more strategic role than APJ counterparts
Artificial Intelligence

ANZ HR leaders take more strategic role than APJ counterparts

A recent study reveals HR leaders in Australia and New Zealand are embracing strategic roles to drive organisational change amid economic challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024

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Teradata names Louis Landry as new Chief Technology Officer
Data Analytics

Teradata names Louis Landry as new Chief Technology Officer

Teradata has appointed Louis Landry as Chief Technology Officer, harnessing his decade-long experience to enhance the company's tech vision and innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2024
Cornerstone appoints Annee Bayeux as workforce agility lead
Digital Transformation

Cornerstone appoints Annee Bayeux as workforce agility lead

Cornerstone has appointed Annee Bayeux as its new International Workforce Agility Officer, enhancing its focus on adapting to the modern workforce landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024