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Phosphorus is enhancing its presence in the Asia Pacific and Japan region, appointing Brett Raphael and Alex Nehmy to lead its expansion efforts.

Avec appoints Alex Gray as General Manager for New Zealand, tasking the industry veteran with expanding the company's footprint in the region.

Dragos has acquired Network Perception, integrating the NP-View platform to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure sectors, including utilities and manufacturing.

The UK's EV charging infrastructure is lagging amid shifting phase-out dates for petrol and diesel cars. Will it catch up by 2030?.

A new report by KnowBe4 reveals a dramatic rise in cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting urgent security measures for sectors like energy and transport.

A new Cohesity survey reveals a stark reality: 67% of firms suffered ransomware attacks in 2024 despite 78% having confidence in their cyber resilience.

Thales' 2024 report reveals critical infrastructure sectors face escalating ransomware threats, citing inadequate formal planning; 24% report recent attacks.

As the 2024 Paris Olympics near, cybersecurity fears rise, with experts warning of imminent threats, including AI-driven DDoS attacks and hacktivism.

Sophos reports a fourfold rise in median recovery costs for energy and water sectors to USD $3 million in 2024, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.

A new IFS study shows only 20% of utilities firms have completed digital transformation, despite AI being a top priority.

Getac unveils next-gen K120 tablet featuring Intel Core i5/i7 processors and Wi-Fi 6E, designed to endure harsh conditions in industries such as public safety and utilities.

Getac launches the next-gen F110 tablet with improved processing power, enhanced brightness, and robust connectivity, targeting defence, utilities, and more.

The OpenADR Alliance achieves 200 members, driven by surging demand for EV charging technology. New innovative members like EVchron and Hypercharge join, heralding a significant milestone.

Accenture acquires Partners in Performance to boost capabilities in asset-intensive sectors, focusing on AI-driven productivity, cost improvements, and sustainability.

Accenture acquires strategy consulting firm Partners in Performance to enhance offerings in asset-intensive industries with advanced data and AI capabilities.

Kiwis wasted 22 million hours on hold for customer service in 2023, with standoffish service and high hold times causing 95% to shift their spending behaviour.

Virtual Network Computing (VNC) was the most targeted remote desktop tool in the past year, clouds over a new Barracuda data report.

Australian utility adopts smart meters, partnering with Amdocs for data-driven water conservation and enhanced digital metering capabilities.

Getac Technology's IDC InfoBrief study shows that rugged technology simplifies operations and boosts competitiveness in industries such as utilities and logistics.

Getac launches the ZX80, an AI-ready, rugged 8-inch tablet running Android and designed to boost efficiency in industries including utilities, transportation, and manufacturing.