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KPMG and Cylance team up to secure enterprise endpoints

Wed, 27th Jun 2018
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The alliance with Cylance adds AI-enabled endpoint security technology to KPMG's portfolio of security strategy and roadmap services.
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Integrator UCLogiq strikes gold with Microsoft

Wed, 27th Jun 2018
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The company has met the criteria, including a number of Microsoft-certified employees, customer references, and completed Office 365 projects.
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amaysim CEO departs for Foxtel as Peter O'Connell takes over

Tue, 26th Jun 2018
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Ogrin joined amaysim in 2013 and has served as CEO since 2015, which is prior to amaysim listing as a public company.
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Kiwi partnership keeping a 'vigilant' eye on fraudsters

Tue, 26th Jun 2018
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The University of Waikato and Vigilance are partnering to create a fraud detection tool that can spot data anomalies more accurately.
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Intel CEO resigns after 'consensual relationship' with employee

Fri, 22nd Jun 2018
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Intel's board has named chief financial officer Robert Swan as the interim chief executive officer, effective immediately.
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Crowdstrike raises a massive $200 million in latest funding round

Thu, 21st Jun 2018
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CrowdStrike secures Series E funding of USD $200 million, boosting its valuation past USD $3 billion. The funds will drive global expansion and tech innovation.
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Colt activates network in US, joins 870 data centers in Asia & EU

Thu, 21st Jun 2018
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Colt Technology Services (Colt) has officially announced the launch of its software-driven network in the US that already includes 13 cities.
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HPE to invest US$4bil in Intelligent Edge over next four years

Wed, 20th Jun 2018
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HPE will invest in research and development to advance and innovate new products, services and consumption models across a number of technologies.
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VMware shuts down enterprise social networking platform Socialcast

Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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cloud services
The Socialcast network reached end of availability on May 17, 2018, meaning no VMware users can begin using the platform.
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Telstra-owned Ooyala appoints new APJ vice president

Fri, 1st Jun 2018
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Ooyala has appointed Patricio Cummins to the role, who previously served as the regional VP for Latin America.
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Okta allows organisations to set up apps with one click with Project Onramp

Sat, 26th May 2018
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Companies can more easily find and test new, innovative tools for their teams – enabling workers to securely try out tools from Okta's ecosystem.
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Okta and VMware partner to deliver identity capabilities for the cloud workspace

Thu, 24th May 2018
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The two have announced a partnership and integration between VMware Workspace ONE and the Okta Identity Cloud.
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MYOB sells off its rental payments platform for $425,000

Tue, 1st May 2018
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As a result of the deal, RENT is set to acquire the existing RentPay system as well as its website and customer base.
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NZ telcos toughen their stance against scam calls and emails

Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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scams
The New Zealand Telecommunications Forum has released a draft Scam Calling Prevention Code to standardise processes and combat scam calls across major telcos.
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Report: Is social media marketing worth the hype?

Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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A report from Pure SEO reveals a 31.3% rise in website visits from social media in 2017, yet experts advise a diversified digital marketing approach.
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VMware, Singtel gear up to address digital transformation in APAC

Fri, 20th Apr 2018
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digital transformation
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it automation
Singtel and VMware partner to launch Digital Transformation Foundry in Singapore, offering new digital solutions to companies across Asia Pacific.
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Spectralink releases new handset for businesses of all sizes

Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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healthtech
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The 7502 DECT handset provides businesses with a robust and affordable solution that delivers superior voice communications and targeted messaging.
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Avaya launches UC and CC cloud solution in New Zealand

Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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Avaya, partnering with Pyrios, unveils its 'Powered by Avaya' cloud solution in NZ, aiming to equip midmarket firms with flexible UC and CC capabilities.
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Pole Star lands in ANZ with inTechnology distribution agreement

Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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distributors
The partnership will broaden the availability of Pole Star's suite of indoor location solutions across the Asia Pacific region.
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Xero climbs into ASX100 as Vocus Group dropped

Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Xero, the New Zealand-based cloud accounting software, has been added to the ASX100, while telecommunications company Vocus Group is removed.