FutureFive Australia - Consumer technology news from the future

Global Stories

JLL appoints regional co-heads for Asia Pacific data sector
Hyperscale

JLL appoints regional co-heads for Asia Pacific data sector

JLL has expanded its Asia Pacific data centre capital markets platform, appointing Luke Jackson and Bob Tan as regional co-heads to enhance investor services.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Verkada appoints new VP for JAPAC Channel Sales strategy
Firewalls

Verkada appoints new VP for JAPAC Channel Sales strategy

Verkada has appointed Boudewijn Pesch as Vice President of Japan and Asia-Pacific Channel Sales, tasked with enhancing channel strategy in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
James Cameron leads JLL's energy role in Asia Pacific
Digitalisation

James Cameron leads JLL's energy role in Asia Pacific

James Cameron has been appointed Head of Energy & Infrastructure for Asia Pacific at JLL, driving the firm's expansion in the region from Singapore.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Telstra International appoints new Head of Wholesale
Unified Communications

Telstra International appoints new Head of Wholesale

Telstra International has appointed Sarah Mills as the new Global Head of Wholesale, tasked with enhancing its global position from Singapore.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Digital payment trends soar in Asia Pacific, 2024 report
Crypto

Digital payment trends soar in Asia Pacific, 2024 report

A Forrester report reveals rapid advancements in digital retail payments across Asia Pacific, spotlighting growth in digital wallets and BNPL services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025
S-RM partners with Distology to expand cyber incident services
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

S-RM partners with Distology to expand cyber incident services

S-RM has partnered with Distology to expand its cyber incident response services, bolstering cybersecurity across the UK and Europe.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
W Chain launches Mainnet to redefine global payments
Blockchain

W Chain launches Mainnet to redefine global payments

W Chain has soft launched its Layer 1 Mainnet, aiming to reshape global payment systems and encourage developer engagement ahead of the full launch.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Jan 2025
Cohesity completes merger with Veritas, becomes largest data protection software provider
Data Protection

Cohesity completes merger with Veritas, becomes largest data protection software provider

Cohesity has merged with Veritas' data protection business, emerging as the world's largest data protection software provider, securing over $1.7 billion in revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Databricks raises USD $10 billion, valued at USD $62 billion now
Data Analytics

Databricks raises USD $10 billion, valued at USD $62 billion now

Databricks secures USD $10 billion in Series J funding, valuing the data and AI firm at USD $62 billion, as it plans major global expansions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Exclusive: How ASUS' AI-powered ExpertBook P5 impacts professionals
Unified Communications

Exclusive: How ASUS' AI-powered ExpertBook P5 impacts professionals

ASUS has launched its AI-powered ExpertBook P5, a laptop designed for professionals that promises to enhance productivity and collaboration in hybrid work settings.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Money20/20's whitepaper explores APAC fintech evolution
Fintech

Money20/20's whitepaper explores APAC fintech evolution

Money20/20 has unveiled a whitepaper detailing the fintech landscape in Asia-Pacific, revealing a push for financial inclusion and regional expansion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
OneTrust opens Singapore office amidst APAC expansion
Data Protection

OneTrust opens Singapore office amidst APAC expansion

OneTrust has launched a new office in Singapore, reinforcing its commitment to meeting the region's increasing demand for data and AI solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
WTW launches CyCore Asia for enhanced cyber coverage
Unified Communications

WTW launches CyCore Asia for enhanced cyber coverage

WTW has launched CyCore Asia, a new cyber insurance facility offering up to USD $15,000,000 in coverage to combat growing cyber risks in Singapore and Hong Kong.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Salesforce report: AI boosts revenue for Singaporean SMBs
Marketing Technologies

Salesforce report: AI boosts revenue for Singaporean SMBs

Salesforce's latest report reveals that 94% of small and medium-sized businesses in Singapore are leveraging AI for growth amid rising technology complexities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025
Firmus wins award for energy-efficient AI data centre
Hyperscale

Firmus wins award for energy-efficient AI data centre

Singapore's Firmus Technologies has won the Asia Pacific Data Centre Project of the Year for its energy-efficient AI Factory, leading in sustainable AI innovation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Epson unveils ColorWorks CW-C8050 for Southeast Asia
Supply Chain

Epson unveils ColorWorks CW-C8050 for Southeast Asia

Epson unveils the ColorWorks CW-C8050, a high-speed label printer designed for industrial businesses in Southeast Asia, now available in Singapore.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Infosys Compaz joins StarHub in cloud transformation bid
Unified Communications

Infosys Compaz joins StarHub in cloud transformation bid

Infosys Compaz has partnered with StarHub in Singapore to enhance cloud transformation and drive technology-led innovations for new market opportunities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Freshlybaked strengthens team with key strategic hires
Deel

Freshlybaked strengthens team with key strategic hires

Singapore's Freshlybaked enhances its AI-powered hiring platform with three strategic hires amid a global talent crisis impacting 87% of companies.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024