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OVHcloud's emission targets approved under Paris Agreement
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cleantech
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sustainability
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climate change
OVHcloud has secured approval for its greenhouse gas reduction targets, reinforcing its commitment to the Paris Agreement ahead of the 2030 deadline.
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Rise of Apple in workplaces challenges IT departments
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personal computing devices
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apple
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productivity
The rise of Apple devices in New Zealand workplaces poses challenges for firms reliant on Windows systems, urging a shift towards device-agnostic cultures.
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CASwell launches CAR-6040 with Intel 5th Gen processors
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storage
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
CASwell has launched the CAR-6040, a powerful 2U rackmount device designed for networking and cybersecurity, featuring Intel's latest processors.
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Trend Vision One for MSPs sees rapid adoption & demand
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Trend Micro's Trend Vision One for Managed Service Providers is witnessing rapid growth, with nearly all beta users opting to continue after testing.
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Adyen debuts Tap to Pay on iPhone for NZ retailers
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cryptocurrency
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cx
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blockchain
Adyen has launched Tap to Pay on iPhone in New Zealand, enabling retailers like Lorna Jane to accept secure contactless payments without extra hardware.
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Nasuni unveils enhanced partner programme for growth
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hybrid cloud
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collaboration
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data management
Nasuni has launched a revamped Partner Program to bolster its ecosystem, anticipating growth in the hybrid cloud market expected to hit USD $145 billion by 2027.
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Snowflake unveils Hybrid Tables to unify data workloads
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martech
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cdp
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data governance
Snowflake has unveiled Hybrid Tables, a feature of its Unistore platform that merges transactional and analytical data, enhancing enterprise data management.
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Rubrik & Microsoft launch Azure Blob cyber solution
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storage
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data protection
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genai
Rubrik and Microsoft unveil a cyber resilience solution for Azure Blob Storage, enhancing data security and management in Australia and New Zealand.
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Microsoft integrates Endor Labs' solution into Defender
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devops
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Microsoft has integrated Endor Labs' Software Composition Analysis into Defender for Cloud, enabling unified security from code development to runtime.
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Dynatrace joins Microsoft security group to enhance cloud safety
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siem
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cloud security
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application security
Dynatrace joins the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association to enhance cloud security and combat rising cyber threats for its customers.
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New Relic report: Observability quadruples retail ROI
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ai
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ecommerce
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cloud services
New Relic's latest report reveals that investing in observability solutions can deliver a fourfold return for retail businesses by enhancing customer interactions.
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Denodo Platform 9.1 launch boosts AI & data features
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data management
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denodo
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data integration
Denodo has launched Platform 9.1, enhancing data lakehouses with AI capabilities, including a new Denodo Assistant for intuitive data management.
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How organisations can upgrade an ERP system that’s no longer working for the business
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erp
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customer service
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user interface
Outdated ERP systems hinder businesses, causing inefficiencies and slow growth; upgrading to tailored, cloud-based solutions can enhance performance.
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Deep observability - what is it, and why do we need it?
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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breach prevention
As hybrid cloud infrastructure evolves, the 2024 Gigamon survey reveals deep observability is vital for IT teams to tackle growing security threats.
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Check Point unveils AI-powered Quantum Firewall Software
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malware
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firewalls
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devops
Check Point Software Technologies has launched its AI-driven Quantum Firewall Software R82, enhancing security amid a 75% surge in global cyber-attacks.
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LogicMonitor secures USD $800m for AI data centre boost
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saas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
LogicMonitor secures a USD $800 million investment, boosting its valuation to USD $2.4 billion and enhancing its AI-driven data centre solutions.
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Twilio honours 16 startups in 2024 AI Searchlight Awards
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Twilio has honoured 16 startups at the 2024 AI Startup Searchlight Awards for their innovative use of Twilio's tools to enhance customer engagement.
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AI, cloud & data centre tech set to transform 2025
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dr
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hybrid cloud
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converged infrastructure
As 2025 approaches, tech experts predict significant advancements in AI, cloud computing, and data centre technologies, reshaping industry landscapes.
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Atturra wins dual honours at Boomi's APJ Partner Summit
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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ai
Atturra has garnered two prestigious awards at Boomi's 2024 APJ Partner Summit in Sydney, being named ANZ Partner of the Year and APJ Services Partner of the Year.
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Varonis expands IaaS security to Google Cloud service
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storage
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
Varonis has expanded its IaaS security coverage to Google Cloud, enhancing data protection and automated threat detection for sensitive data.