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Exclusive: JB Hi-Fi NZ lifts sales but remains in the red

Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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JB Hi-Fi New Zealand lifts FY2025 revenue above NZD $396 million and slashes losses, yet remains short of a long-awaited return to profit.
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AI use in not-for-profits surges but digital gaps remain stark

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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AI adoption in Australia's not-for-profits has doubled, but only 14% have AI policies, leaving many ill-prepared amid rising demand and digital gaps.
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Siemens to acquire Excellicon to expand EDA software portfolio

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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Siemens is set to acquire Excellicon to enhance its electronic design automation portfolio, boosting System-on-a-Chip design capabilities and workflow innovation.
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Databricks to acquire Neon for AI-driven serverless Postgres

Fri, 16th May 2025
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital transformation
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open source
Databricks plans to acquire Neon, a serverless Postgres firm, boosting AI-driven database capabilities amid the $100bn market upheaval.
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Datadog to open first Australian data centre by mid-2025

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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digital transformation
Datadog plans its first data centre in Australia by mid-2025, responding to local privacy demands and expanding services to over 1,000 clients.
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Equinix partners with AiHPC to launch AI platform in Hong Kong

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Equinix partners with AiHPC to launch OrchAI, an AI healthcare platform in Hong Kong aimed at enhancing digital capabilities and attracting global innovation.
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N-able retains top spot in Canalys Leadership Matrix 2024

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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N-able has secured Champion Status in the 2024 Canalys RMM and PSA Leadership Matrix for the second consecutive year, highlighting its top-notch channel and tech capabilities.
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Ironscales unveils Autopilot to boost AI email security

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
IRONSCALES has launched its Winter 2024 Release, introducing AI-driven features to bolster email security against advanced phishing threats.
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LJ Hooker launches Acceler8 to streamline digital marketing

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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marketing
The LJ Hooker Group is launching Acceler8, an ecosystem of digital tools to enhance marketing and efficiency, just in time for the spring selling season.
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Veritone & Nuix join forces to elevate AI-driven redaction

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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digital entertainment
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risk & compliance
Veritone partners with Nuix to integrate AI-powered redaction into Nuix's Neo platform, enhancing capabilities for audio, video evidence in investigations and compliance.
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Westcon sees significant growth in revenue for FY2024

Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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network infrastructure
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ai
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cloud services
Westcon reports robust FY2024 financials with significant revenue growth driven by strategic investments in cloud services and cybersecurity solutions.
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SentinelOne receives top accolades for Singularity Cloud Security

Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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storage
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cloud security
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cnapp
SentinelOne's Singularity Cloud Security has been awarded top honours by G2, achieving a remarkable 4.9 rating and over 240 accolades in its Summer Grid Reports.
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Channel partnerships thrive with Cisco's Splunk acquisition

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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The Cisco-Splunk connection promises to enhance digital resilience, offering advanced AI solutions while prioritising data security and customer experience.
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Harness acquires Split Software to enhance feature management

Thu, 30th May 2024
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software development
Harness, a provider of software delivery platforms, has acquired Split Software to enhance feature flag and experimentation capabilities, aiming for faster, reliable code deployment.
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Accenture acquires Partners in Performance for strategic growth

Wed, 22nd May 2024
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ai
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cloud services
Accenture acquires strategy consulting firm Partners in Performance to enhance offerings in asset-intensive industries with advanced data and AI capabilities.
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Genesys & ServiceNow join forces to revolutionise customer service

Tue, 14th May 2024
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AI players, Genesys and ServiceNow announce a strategic partnership to deliver a unified customer service solution, enhancing experience orchestration and business transformation.
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Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows

Thu, 9th May 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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supply chain
Nearly 90% of executives managing supply chains and production seek to ramp up investment in generative AI, but there's a recognised need for advanced training and comprehension of the technology, Accenture's 'Pulse of Change' survey reveals.
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Dicker Data appointed as Adobe's distributor in Australia & New Zealand

Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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network infrastructure
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martech
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microsoft
Dicker Data announces its appointment as an official Adobe distributor in Australia and New Zealand, following a rigorous review, set to capitalise on Adobe's innovative digital solutions with its network of 12,000 partners.
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BMO partners with Dynatrace to upscale digital banking capabilities

Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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BMO joins forces with tech firm Dynatrace to bolster their digital banking facilities, leading to efficient problem-solving and enhanced customer experiences.
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NCS named leader in IDC MarketScape Cloud Services

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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cloud services
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modernisation
NCS is celebrated as leading contender in IDC MarketScape's Asia Pacific Cloud Professional Services 2023-2024.