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Global spend on AI for network orchestration to reach $20bn by 2028
Virtualisation

Global spend on AI for network orchestration to reach $20bn by 2028

Network operators worldwide are set to spend $20bn on AI for network orchestration by 2028, marking a leap of 240% from $6bn in 2024, says Juniper Research.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2024
Orro secures Liquid IT in first overseas expansion
Unified Communications

Orro secures Liquid IT in first overseas expansion

Australian digital infrastructure provider Orro makes its first international move by acquiring New Zealand-based Liquid IT.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024
Action1 unveils 'Patching That Just Works' for superior network security
Firewalls

Action1 unveils 'Patching That Just Works' for superior network security

Action1 Corporation unveils 'Patching That Just Works', an updated platform feature striving for a 99% success rate in patch deployment, responding to user feedback for a reliable, user-centric solution.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Consult Red names David Webster as new CFO in growth strategy
Chief Financial Officer

Consult Red names David Webster as new CFO in growth strategy

Tech firm Consult Red targets aggressive growth with the appointment of finance veteran David Webster as CFO, enhancing their consultancy and engineering services portfolio.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Fortinet unveils rugged, compact device for harsh locations with 5G support
Unified Communications

Fortinet unveils rugged, compact device for harsh locations with 5G support

Fortinet introduces the robust FortiGate Rugged 70G with a 5G Dual Modem, engineered for harsh environments and offering top-tier AI-powered security and advanced networking capabilities, noting potential for remote ATM services.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2024
Sparx Solutions earns elite Juniper AI-Driven Enterprise recognition
Network Infrastructure

Sparx Solutions earns elite Juniper AI-Driven Enterprise recognition

Australian firm Sparx Solutions bolsters its international standing with Juniper AI-Driven Enterprise solutions provider-level accreditation.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024
Claro Colombia to utilise AI solution from TCS & VIAVI for network issues
Unified Communications

Claro Colombia to utilise AI solution from TCS & VIAVI for network issues

Telecoms firm Claro Colombia teams up with TCS and VIAVI Solutions to integrate an AI-based solution for real-time network monitoring, anticipating a significant customer experience enhancement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024
Australians set to embrace cloud; Verizon launches management platform
Verizon

Australians set to embrace cloud; Verizon launches management platform

Verizon Business launches a cloud management platform in response to over 50% of Australian organisations aiming to adopt cloud services within the next year, according to a recent report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024
NETGEAR CEO Patrick Lo to retire, CJ Prober to succeed him
Unified Communications

NETGEAR CEO Patrick Lo to retire, CJ Prober to succeed him

NETGEAR's CEO of almost three decades, Patrick C.S. Lo, is set to retire, with successor Charles Prober taking over the helm from January 2024 while Lo continues as strategic advisor.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 4th Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Samsung announces Galaxy Book4 pre-booking launch in India
AI PC

Samsung announces Galaxy Book4 pre-booking launch in India

Samsung unveils pre-booking for its highly anticipated Galaxy Book4 series in India, promising elevated levels of productivity and connectivity with advanced new PCs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
Berlin tops Europe for best 5G experience, says MedUX report
Gaming

Berlin tops Europe for best 5G experience, says MedUX report

Berlin offers Europe's premier 5G experience, outperforming other major cities in data and OTT experiences, according to a comprehensive study by MedUX.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2024
Canon UK expands i-SENSYS line with high-performance printers
Data Protection

Canon UK expands i-SENSYS line with high-performance printers

Canon UK fortifies its i-SENSYS and i-SENSYS X A4 printer range with six new models, delivering improved scanning performance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2024
Juniper Networks & B4RN partner to boost rural connectivity in Northern England
Unified Communications

Juniper Networks & B4RN partner to boost rural connectivity in Northern England

Juniper Networks partners with B4RN to bridge the digital divide in rural Northern England, enabling high-speed internet access for over 13,000 households, schools and businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024
Samsung begins Galaxy Book4 pre-reservations with exclusive offers in India
AI PC

Samsung begins Galaxy Book4 pre-reservations with exclusive offers in India

Samsung kicks off pre-reservations for their all-new, top of the range Galaxy Book4 in India, with special offers and early access for eager customers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
UK pay rises to slow amid economic uncertainty, warns CIPD
Connectivity

UK pay rises to slow amid economic uncertainty, warns CIPD

Amid economic jitters, the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) forecasts a noteworthy fall in UK salary increments from 5% to 4% this year, despite reviving business confidence.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Wi-Fi Alliance selects CommScope's RUCKUS Wi-Fi 7 Platform
Unified Communications

Wi-Fi Alliance selects CommScope's RUCKUS Wi-Fi 7 Platform

CommScope's RUCKUS Wi-Fi 7 AP is the sole commercial access point in the global Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7 test bed, marking a key milestone in global Wi-Fi performance.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2024
UK workers keen on workplace tech but feel overlooked
Robotics

UK workers keen on workplace tech but feel overlooked

UK workers express excitement for emerging technologies like 5G, AI, and robotics, despite managerial silence on these changes, reveals Virgin Media O2 study.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2024