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Strategic positioning essential for pre-scaled tech companies seeking premium M&A valuations
Investment

Strategic positioning essential for pre-scaled tech companies seeking premium M&A valuations

Tech M&A activity is shifting to a buyer's market in 2023, with low valuations and attractive growth assets available, according to DAI Magister.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
KTR Systems with data management move with Paessler & Qbilon
Data Analytics

KTR Systems with data management move with Paessler & Qbilon

German engineering firm KTR Systems has integrated monitoring solutions from tech firms Paessler PRTG and Qbilon to manage its complex IT landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Global payments launches revolutionary omnichannel solution
Customer Experience

Global payments launches revolutionary omnichannel solution

Global Payments Oceania debuts an omnichannel solution to enhance customer-business interaction across Australia.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
CommScope to sell home networks business to Vantiva
Network Infrastructure

CommScope to sell home networks business to Vantiva

CommScope is set to divest its Home Networks Business to Vantiva as part of its portfolio optimization efforts, with the deal expected to close in Q4 2023.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Medius appoints Former Expensya Executives to Key Leadership Positions
Artificial Intelligence

Medius appoints Former Expensya Executives to Key Leadership Positions

Medius appoints new Chief Product & Technology Officer and Chief Transformation & Information Officer, driving innovation and customer value.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Constant Contact Hires Rene Chaplin as Asia-Pacific Vice President
Customer Experience

Constant Contact Hires Rene Chaplin as Asia-Pacific Vice President

Constant Contact appoints Rene Chaplin as Asia-Pacific Vice President to drive APAC expansion and support small businesses.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2023
Sapia.ai launches Phai: AI-powered recruitment assistant
Human Capital Management

Sapia.ai launches Phai: AI-powered recruitment assistant

Sapia.ai unveils AI chatbot 'Phai', a smart recruitment tool bolstering global HR practices with deep learning tech.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2023
Industry Veteran David Houser Joins Advisory Board of Cybage Software
Supply Chain

Industry Veteran David Houser Joins Advisory Board of Cybage Software

Industry leader joins Cybage Software Advisory Board, marking a milestone for the technology company. Impressive career achievements.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2023
Thales acquires Tesserent, boosting ANZ cyber sovereignty
Breach Prevention

Thales acquires Tesserent, boosting ANZ cyber sovereignty

Thales completes acquisition of Tesserent, bolstering its international cyber presence and strengthening Australia's cybersecurity landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2023
James Ormesher Joins Tesserent as Chief Growth Officer to Drive Customer Acquisition & Expansion in ANZ
Cybersecurity

James Ormesher Joins Tesserent as Chief Growth Officer to Drive Customer Acquisition & Expansion in ANZ

Tesserent appoints James Ormesher as Chief Growth Officer to accelerate customer acquisition and growth in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2023
Tricentis boosts mobile testing with Virtual Mobile Grid launch
Unified Communications

Tricentis boosts mobile testing with Virtual Mobile Grid launch

Tricentis launches Virtual Mobile Grid, enhancing its mobile testing capabilities and ensuring superior app quality.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 7th Oct 2023
Interactive announces partnership with CrowdStrike
Partner Programmes

Interactive announces partnership with CrowdStrike

The partnership expands Interactive's cybersecurity offering and strengthens its position as a leader in the technology industry.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2023
NICE acquires LiveVox, bolstering customer experience with AI integration
Customer Experience

NICE acquires LiveVox, bolstering customer experience with AI integration

NICE is set to acquire LiveVox, enhancing its CX services with integrated AI and proactive outreach capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2023
LinkedIn unveils AI-powered tools to revolutionise HR and learning
Human Capital Management

LinkedIn unveils AI-powered tools to revolutionise HR and learning

AI innovations in HR, aiming to streamline recruitment and upskill workforce for the future coming from LinkedIn.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2023
POP Holdings appoints Shannon Murphy as Group CIO, Signals Commitment to Digital Transformation
Digital Transformation

POP Holdings appoints Shannon Murphy as Group CIO, Signals Commitment to Digital Transformation

Sydney insurtech firm POP Holdings appoints new CIO as part of its global growth plans and commitment to digital transformation.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Universities urged to change Curricula to foster data-driven tech
EduTech

Universities urged to change Curricula to foster data-driven tech

Concerns are growing over the lack of web intelligence education in university courses, potentially hindering the growth of data-driven technologies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2023
Generative AI revolutionizing early career recruitment
EduTech

Generative AI revolutionizing early career recruitment

Generative AI is quickly integrating into job application processes, especially among early-career professionals.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2023
Quorum Cyber appoints Steven Marandola as VP of Innovation & Rebecca Court as Marketing Director
Partner Programmes

Quorum Cyber appoints Steven Marandola as VP of Innovation & Rebecca Court as Marketing Director

Quorum Cyber expands leadership team with Steven Marandola as VP of Innovation and Rebecca Court as Marketing Director. Growing rapidly in the UK.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2023