Global Stories

Commvault to acquire Clumio to boost AWS data protection

Commvault plans to acquire Clumio to boost cyber resilience and enhance cloud data protection within AWS. The deal, set for October 2024, aims to expand Commvault's SaaS offerings.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024

EduTech

Workday debuts 12 Industry Accelerators to boost HR & finance

Workday unveils twelve new Industry Accelerators, partnering globally to help customers modernise HR and finance across various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024

Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Lumify Group's CEO highlights expansion in ANZ region

Lumify Group, under CEO Jon Lang, is enhancing its footprint in the ANZ region with strategic acquisitions, new digital courses, and advanced training solutions.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024

Unified Communications

Access4 honours top-performing partners at 2024 ANZ awards

Access4 celebrated its top-performing partners at the 2024 ANZ Partner Awards in Queenstown, recognising outstanding contributions and innovative achievements.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024

Fintech

GoCardless appoints Daliņš as VP, boosts Riga operations

GoCardless has named Pēteris Daliņš as VP of Operations and head of its Riga office, bolstering its leadership and footprint in Latvia's fintech sector.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024

IT Automation

Gartner study: 30% of enterprises to automate network by 2026

A Gartner report forecasts that 30% of enterprises will automate more than half of their network activities by 2026, leveraging AI and intelligent automation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Veeam names Niraj Tolia new CTO after acquiring Alcion

Veeam appoints former Alcion co-founder Niraj Tolia as new CTO to drive product strategy, integrating AI-driven solutions to bolster data resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise

Rimini Street's VMware support gains global traction

Rimini Street has reported a surge in global clients opting for its VMware support services, enabling them to extend the life of their VMware licenses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

AI Security

Patrick Morley joins Bugcrowd board after Carbon Black success

Patrick Morley, ex-CEO of Carbon Black, joins Bugcrowd's board as the company grows, securing USD $102 million funding and 130 new customers in 2024's first half.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

Financial Systems

Xero acquires Syft Analytics for USD $70 million

Xero acquires Syft Analytics for up to USD $70 million to boost its global analytics, reporting, and benchmarking capabilities for small businesses and accountants.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Human Capital Management

Vertiv appoints Frank Poncheri as new CHRO

Vertiv has named Frank Poncheri as Chief Human Resources Officer, with a mission to strengthen the company's culture and strategic priorities.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Multi-factor authentication

ColorTokens acquires PureID to enhance Xshield capabilities

ColorTokens acquires PureID to enhance its Xshield Microsegmentation Platform with advanced identity-based segmentation, boosting security for IoT, cloud, and user environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024

Data Protection

Cloudera's AI play is all about data, leveraging a decade of experience

Cloudera is enhancing its AI strategy by capitalising on over a decade of data expertise, aiming to streamline AI integration for enterprises globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Unified Communications

Bugcrowd partners with Cyber Vigilance to boost UK cybersecurity

Bugcrowd partners with Cyber Vigilance to tackle UK cybersecurity skills shortage, leveraging Bugcrowd's hacker community for enhanced security services.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024

Customer Experience

Rufaro Mtuwa steps into General Manager role at insignia

Rufaro Mtuwa, a veteran of insignia, has been promoted to General Manager, where she will guide the Australian firm through its next growth phase.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024

Artificial Intelligence

UK CEOs optimistic on growth, shift to proactive deal strategies

UK CEOs are growing optimistic and shifting towards proactive deals. Investment in tech and strategic transactions are key.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Verne appoints Jensen as new Head of Marketing

Verne appoints Anne Katrine Vestergaard Jensen as Head of Marketing to bolster its sustainable data centre services across Northern Europe amidst rising demand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Management

Rome2Rio welcomes Wendy Olson Killion as new CEO

Rome2Rio names travel industry veteran Wendy Olson Killion as new CEO to spearhead its vision for global trip planning and platform growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Westpac

Swoop buys 16.99% of Vonex, proposes higher acquisition price

Swoop acquires a 16.99% stake in Vonex at AUD $0.04 per share, positioning itself as a superior contender against Maxo Telecommunications' offer.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024

BlueChip Infotech

Access4 acquires Channel UC to boost cloud communications

Access4 acquires Channel UC to bolster cloud communications, expanding its portfolio and partner base. Channel UC execs join Access4 to drive innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024