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CubeMatch acquires stake in DVCP to boost UK consultancy reach
Digital Transformation

CubeMatch acquires stake in DVCP to boost UK consultancy reach

CubeMatch has acquired a stake in UK consultancy DVCP as part of a phased full takeover, aiming to expand its UK reach in financial services consultancy by 2026.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
AI and cloud growth demands smarter security for SMBs
Data Protection

AI and cloud growth demands smarter security for SMBs

SMBs across Asia Pacific embrace AI and cloud to boost growth, yet face rising cybersecurity challenges needing smarter, integrated security strategies.

By Rhonda Robati • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
SmartestEnergy adopts Ardoq to boost renewable data management
Power / Energy

SmartestEnergy adopts Ardoq to boost renewable data management

SmartestEnergy adopts Ardoq's platform to enhance renewable energy data management and AI governance across the UK, US, and Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
Emergn appoints Jaime Ruhl as Chief Revenue Officer for growth
Digital Transformation

Emergn appoints Jaime Ruhl as Chief Revenue Officer for growth

Emergn has named Jaime Ruhl as Chief Revenue Officer to drive global expansion and enhance customer-focused solutions in emerging markets.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
Ben Dawson named new Cisco APJC President as Dave West shifts role
Digital Transformation

Ben Dawson named new Cisco APJC President as Dave West shifts role

Ben Dawson has been appointed Cisco's new President for Asia Pacific, Japan, and Greater China, succeeding Dave West as the tech giant shifts leadership roles.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
When emergency strikes, it's time for a native zero-trust network
Robotics

When emergency strikes, it's time for a native zero-trust network

NetFoundry pioneers native zero-trust networks to securely orchestrate autonomous vehicles during emergencies, preventing cyberattacks and ensuring swift response.

By Guy Matthews • 7 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
Capgemini to acquire WNS for USD $3.3 billion in AI expansion
Digital Transformation

Capgemini to acquire WNS for USD $3.3 billion in AI expansion

Capgemini will acquire WNS for USD $3.3 billion, aiming to lead the AI-driven business process services market by year-end, pending approvals.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2025
Hybrid cloud adoption climbs, but cost visibility still lacking
Hybrid Cloud

Hybrid cloud adoption climbs, but cost visibility still lacking

Hybrid cloud use in the UK and Ireland hits 68%, but over half of IT leaders still lack full visibility of cloud costs, hampering ROI measurement.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Datacom posts NZD $1.48 billion revenue, eyes AI-led growth
Software-as-a-Service

Datacom posts NZD $1.48 billion revenue, eyes AI-led growth

Datacom Group reported steady NZD $1.48 billion revenue for FY25, focusing on AI-driven growth amid challenges in New Zealand and strong Australian contracts.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
AI use rises but few see transformation as IT sourcing evolves
Digital Transformation

AI use rises but few see transformation as IT sourcing evolves

AI use nears 94% in UK and Ireland firms, yet full business transformation lags; IT outsourcing shifts as offshore activity and client demands grow.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
Salesforce unveils Agentforce 3 to accelerate enterprise AI adoption
Unified Communications

Salesforce unveils Agentforce 3 to accelerate enterprise AI adoption

Salesforce launches Agentforce 3 to help enterprises scale AI adoption with enhanced control, interoperability, and real-time hybrid workforce insights.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Forrester warns AI costs to surge from USD $2.3bn to USD $13.8bn
Digital Transformation

Forrester warns AI costs to surge from USD $2.3bn to USD $13.8bn

Forrester forecasts global generative AI spending to soar from USD $2.3bn in 2023 to USD $13.8bn in 2024, urging firms to optimise escalating costs strategically.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Business Transformation stories

Australian organisations urged to prioritise reskilling as AI reshapes jobs
EduTech

Australian organisations urged to prioritise reskilling as AI reshapes jobs

With AI reshaping roles, Australian firms are urged to boost reskilling as 44% of staff now prioritise professional development over other benefits.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
Kore.ai & 8people team up to drive AI adoption in Australia
Data Protection

Kore.ai & 8people team up to drive AI adoption in Australia

Kore.ai and Melbourne-based 8people partner to boost AI adoption in Australian enterprises, combining tech and ethical frameworks for business transformation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
Vection secures AUD $4 million Italian enterprise tech deal
Data Analytics

Vection secures AUD $4 million Italian enterprise tech deal

Vection Technologies secures AUD $4 million deal with Omniacom Group to deploy AI-powered XR tech across Italian enterprise sectors over three years.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Jul 2025
Cult of Monday acquires Mondo Search to strengthen talent focus
Marketing Technologies

Cult of Monday acquires Mondo Search to strengthen talent focus

Cult of Monday has acquired Mondo Search, combining expertise to bolster leadership and talent solutions for tech and other sectors facing workforce challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Australian IT leaders see data streaming as key to AI growth
Digital Transformation

Australian IT leaders see data streaming as key to AI growth

Most Australian IT leaders see data streaming as vital for AI growth, with 93% planning increased investment to supply real-time, trustworthy data for AI systems.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Jun 2025
Exclusive: Inside Singapore's AI push with Temus' Matt Johnson
Large Language Models

Exclusive: Inside Singapore's AI push with Temus' Matt Johnson

Matt Johnson of Temus highlights Singapore's AI success lies in strategic, cautious deployment and real-world learning, beyond mere prompting hype.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025