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Venn IT kicks off 2018 with new Melbourne branch
Commvault

Venn IT kicks off 2018 with new Melbourne branch

Heading up the new Melbourne branch is Ashley Diffey who joins Venn IT Solutions with more than 15 years of experience.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018
HP: Fewer than half of Australian SMBs prepared for mandatory data breach laws
Hyperscale

HP: Fewer than half of Australian SMBs prepared for mandatory data breach laws

SMBs across the country may be unsure about the mandatory data breach disclosure laws that are just around the corner.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018
Epicor partners with Implemento as part of regional expansion
Supply Chain

Epicor partners with Implemento as part of regional expansion

Epicor partners with Implemento to resell Epicor ERP in Australia, targeting midmarket manufacturing enterprises in the defence industry supply chain.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2018

Global Stories

Blockchain spending to surge 90% in 2018 with 60% on IT services
Blockchain

Blockchain spending to surge 90% in 2018 with 60% on IT services

APAC spent around US$148m on blockchain solutions in 2017, with 2018's forecast almost double that and IT services taking the lion's share.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Sat, 10th Feb 2018
Ademco Singapore buys 60% stake in Vietnam security firm
Mergers and Acquisitions

Ademco Singapore buys 60% stake in Vietnam security firm

Singapore security solutions provider Ademco is making its first foray into Vietnam after purchasing 60% of Vietnam security provider TNT Technologies.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018
Adobe introduces content intelligence to transform customer experience
Data Analytics

Adobe introduces content intelligence to transform customer experience

Adobe survey finds teens spend 11h daily on digital media; Adobe boosts Experience Manager to meet content demands.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018
2018, the year that...AR will overtake VR in popularity
Gaming

2018, the year that...AR will overtake VR in popularity

In 2018, Augmented Reality (AR) is poised to overtake Virtual Reality (VR) in popularity due to its accessibility and practical applications across industries.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018
Expert opinion: Three simple ways to prevent data loss
Encryption

Expert opinion: Three simple ways to prevent data loss

IBM estimates the cost of a data breach is $3.62m, highlighting the importance of encryption - COMPAREX UK's expert on the matter provides his advice.

By Alex Dalglish • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018
2G breathes its last breath as 2degrees shuts down network
Unified Communications

2G breathes its last breath as 2degrees shuts down network

2degrees to shut down 2G network on March 15. Customers urged to upgrade to 3G or 4G devices to continue receiving service.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018
Intel's new processors promise to relieve space & power constraints in edge computing
Network Infrastructure

Intel's new processors promise to relieve space & power constraints in edge computing

Intel unveils Xeon D-2100 processors, targeting space- and power-constrained edge computing and data centres, with enhanced security and 5G capabilities.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018
Verifi arrives in ANZ ready to tackle Card Not Present fraud
Unified Communications

Verifi arrives in ANZ ready to tackle Card Not Present fraud

In addition to expanding into new markets, Verifi also launched a new chargeback and fraud mitigation service.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018
HPE announces new SMB range in line with Next initiative
Storage

HPE announces new SMB range in line with Next initiative

The HPE SMB Offers range will be available from February 12 from all HPE channel partners in Australia and New Zealand.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018
'No evidence' to suggest user info was compromised by Grammarly flaw
Google

'No evidence' to suggest user info was compromised by Grammarly flaw

A Grammarly vulnerability potentially exposed millions of user accounts and documents, though the company reports no evidence of any data leaks.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2018
Ever wanted to hire a robotic teacher? Soon you'll be able to
Robotics

Ever wanted to hire a robotic teacher? Soon you'll be able to

OVO's egg-shaped robot, Danovo, wows CES 2018 with its ability to interact, project images, and provide educational programs for kids.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2018
Full tech takeover not the answer for retail - analyst.
Customer Relationship Management

Full tech takeover not the answer for retail - analyst.

A digital retail analyst says it is important to look at specific needs, rather than rushing into a completely digital solution.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Take a walk down Everyday Lane: Microsoft's Elevate event
Partner Programmes

Take a walk down Everyday Lane: Microsoft's Elevate event

I recently had the opportunity to talk to Joel Holmes and Riki Plester from Microsoft about their upcoming partner event called Elevate.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2018
'Huat' does Interconnection mean during Chinese New Year?
Hyperscale

'Huat' does Interconnection mean during Chinese New Year?

Chinese New Year marks a peak in personal and business interactions in Asia, driving record network traffic in eCommerce, travel, and entertainment sectors.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018