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Proofpoint acquires Tessian to bolster AI-driven cybersecurity defences
Malware

Proofpoint acquires Tessian to bolster AI-driven cybersecurity defences

Proofpoint finalises acquisition of AI-leader Tessian, planning to enhance their cybersecurity platform by 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Viasat and Safran to launch game-changing InRange telemetry system
Space Technologies

Viasat and Safran to launch game-changing InRange telemetry system

Viasat and Safran Data Systems join forces to revolutionise space launch with groundbreaking telemetry system, InRange.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
FPT Software hits $1 billion marker as first Vietnam-origin tech firm
Semiconductors

FPT Software hits $1 billion marker as first Vietnam-origin tech firm

FPT Software, Vietnam's tech giant, reports over $1bn global revenue; a first in the nation's IT sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Optimizely leaders predict AI surge & focus on customer loyalty in 2024
Customer Experience

Optimizely leaders predict AI surge & focus on customer loyalty in 2024

Optimizely chiefs expect AI uprising and increased customer loyalty focus in 2024. .

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Dec 2023
Qlik acquires Mozaic Data advancing AI-driven data management technology
Data Analytics

Qlik acquires Mozaic Data advancing AI-driven data management technology

Qlik acquires Mozaic Data, advancing AI-based data management technology in a strategic move shaping data product-focused operations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
GlobalLogic announces intent to acquire US-based Mobiveil in strategic move
Semiconductors

GlobalLogic announces intent to acquire US-based Mobiveil in strategic move

GlobalLogic, under Hitachi, plans to acquire US firm Mobiveil, a move set to bolster its embedded software expertise globally.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
ServiceNow to acquire task mining firm UltimateSuite for AI boost
IT Automation

ServiceNow to acquire task mining firm UltimateSuite for AI boost

ServiceNow is set to acquire task mining firm UltimateSuite to bolster its AI capabilities and enhance process mining. .

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Extreme Networks welcomes Monica Kumar as new Chief Marketing Officer
Storage

Extreme Networks welcomes Monica Kumar as new Chief Marketing Officer

Extreme Networks appoints Monica Kumar as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing broad B2B marketing experience and cloud computing expertise.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
MikMak revolutionises eCommerce with enhanced 3.0 platform and new partnerships
Partner Programmes

MikMak revolutionises eCommerce with enhanced 3.0 platform and new partnerships

MikMak boosts eCommerce with an upgraded 3.0 platform, featuring new tools and partnerships to streamline online shopping.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023
American Express launches OptBlue to boost card acceptance
Customer Experience

American Express launches OptBlue to boost card acceptance

American Express introduces OptBlue in Australia, aiming to expand small businesses' acceptance of Amex cards by offering favourable processing rates.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023
15 steps to a successful Active Directory (AD) migration
Migration

15 steps to a successful Active Directory (AD) migration

Careful planning and execution can help your migration team complete a successful AD migration with minimal disruption to end users while optimising IT resources.

By Daniel Petri • 9 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2023
Appdome reveals consumer expectations for enhanced mobile app security
Malware

Appdome reveals consumer expectations for enhanced mobile app security

Appdome's 2023 Global Consumer Expectations survey shows an 82.4% of users advocating for proactive mobile fraud prevention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2023
Cognizant acquires Thirdera to expand ServiceNow capabilities
Customer Experience

Cognizant acquires Thirdera to expand ServiceNow capabilities

Cognizant has purchased ServiceNow elite partner Thirdera, boosting its presence in the AI-driven automation sector.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023
atNorth collaborates with Crusoe for green energy-powered computing in Europe
Artificial Intelligence

atNorth collaborates with Crusoe for green energy-powered computing in Europe

atNorth partners with Crusoe Energy for Europe's first green-energy powered computing project in Iceland.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Glory Global Solutions to acquire cloud-based commerce firm Flooid
Customer Experience

Glory Global Solutions to acquire cloud-based commerce firm Flooid

Glory Global Solutions confirms plans to acquire retail software provider Flooid, extending its commerce solutions portfolio.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
GlobalLogic to acquire Sydney's Katzion to expand mobility services
Health Technologies

GlobalLogic to acquire Sydney's Katzion to expand mobility services

Digital engineering firm GlobalLogic plans to acquire Sydney's Katzion, boosting its mobility services and expanding into new markets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Xalient boosts digital identity sector status with Grabowsky acquisition
Partner Programmes

Xalient boosts digital identity sector status with Grabowsky acquisition

Xalient acquires Grabowsky to enhance digital identity services, expand Benelux presence and bolster European expansion plans.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023