APAC stories - Page 1
SOTI Snap upgrade to streamline retail operations for peak season
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SOTI Snap’s latest update, with AI-driven paper digitisation and multilingual form generation, aims to streamline Australian retail operations for efficient peak season management.
Study finds tech connectivity drives leadership in business
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TeamViewer's latest research reveals that 33% of businesses with top-tier tech connectivity report industry-leading financial performance, compared to 16% with good connectivity.
AI reduces software development time by up to 50%, survey finds
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A survey by OutSystems and KPMG reveals that AI adoption has cut development time by up to 50% for 75% of software executives, reshaping their roles.
AI cuts development time by 50%, but concerns on job losses grow
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AI is reshaping software development, with 75% of firms reporting up to 50% faster project completion. OutSystems and KPMG reveal ongoing challenges but foresee a bright future.
Snapchat hits 1.5 million users milestone in New Zealand
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Snapchat now boasts over 1.5 million monthly users in New Zealand, cementing its growing influence in the APAC region and wide appeal among Kiwi users.
Australia sets new AI guidelines; industry leaders react
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Australia introduces new AI regulations, gaining industry support for prioritising safe, ethical standards in tech. Leaders at Veeam and Crayon weigh in.
Westcon-Comstor expands Broadcom partnership in APAC region
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casb
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Westcon-Comstor has been named an inaugural Catalyst Partner under Broadcom’s Enterprise Security Group, securing sole APAC distribution rights for Symantec and Carbon Black.
Australian financial leaders struggle with outdated data: study
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A study by ActiveOps reveals 92% of Aussie financial leaders struggle with outdated data, hampering AI adoption, with 33% relying on data over two months old.
Aryza acquires Axcess Consulting to expand APAC market reach
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Aryza Group has acquired Axcess Consulting in a strategic move to enhance its APAC presence and extend its loan management software solutions globally.
Extreme Networks appoints Ray Teske as APAC Sales Leader
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digital transformation
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Extreme Networks has appointed Ray Teske as Sales Leader for APAC. With 30 years in sales and leadership roles, Teske aims to drive growth and innovation.
Futureverse selects Ripple Custody for digital asset security
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Futureverse partners with Ripple Custody for secure digital asset management, leveraging Ripple’s security and compliance strengths to bolster its AI and metaverse offerings.
Check Point Software appoints Ruma Balasubramanian as APAC president
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Check Point Software Technologies names Ruma Balasubramanian as APAC President. Based in Singapore, she will steer regional growth, leveraging her cloud and digital expertise.
Telematics is helping to accelerate economic growth across APAC
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Telematics technology is driving rapid economic growth in the Asia-Pacific region, transforming industries from ridesharing to e-commerce and electric vehicles.
ACI Worldwide appoints Trent Gunthorpe as Head of Pacific
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personal computing devices
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ACI Worldwide has named Trent Gunthorpe as the new Head of Pacific, aiming to lead digital payments transformation and drive growth across 15 nations in the region.
Scams Awareness Week emphasises need for collective vigilance
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As Scams Awareness Week kicks off, experts urge a collective effort from individuals and businesses to combat rising cyber threats and data breaches.
DoubleVerify's new APAC guide to boost advertising ROI
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DoubleVerify's guide offers APAC marketers enhanced tools for digital advertising ROI by focusing on media quality metrics, addressing gaps found in a recent WARC report.
Global shopping app installs soar 61% YoY in H1 2024
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Global shopping app installs surged 61% YoY in H1 2024, far exceeding other verticals. Key drivers include retail media networks and mobile wallets, says Adjust.
Phil Zammit appointed VP of Avaya's Asia-Pacific operations
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Avaya appoints Phil Zammit as VP for Asia-Pacific operations, aiming to enhance customer and partner relationships while driving regional market success.
Zendesk launches Relay to enhance outbound communication
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Zendesk has launched Relay, a new app to boost outbound communication via WhatsApp and SMS, in partnership with Meta.
FedEx launches new Surround system for smart logistics in APAC
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FedEx launches FedEx Surround in Singapore and Hong Kong SAR, offering intelligent logistics solutions to improve supply chain management in APAC.