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Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.

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Kais Education reaches finals of EdTech Awards with learning robot

Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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EdTech startup Kais Education is making waves with its AI-based learning robot, Kaibot, and online platform, both in the final stages of the EdTech Awards.
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Gallagher Security sweeps up at 2024 New Zealand OSPAs

Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Gallagher Security's Controller 7000 wins Outstanding New Security Product at the NZ Outstanding Security Performance Awards 2024.
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Cloudflare unveils updates for R2 storage & Workers developer platform

Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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storage
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data transfer
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object storage
Cloudflare boosts its R2 storage and Workers platform with new features, aiming to enhance data transfer capabilities and application development.
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Atlas partners with datascalehr for major AI payroll revolution

Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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Atlas collaborates with datascalehr to overhaul its global payroll and HR management systems, leveraging its AI-native technology for data accuracy upgrades.
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APAC firms struggling with rampant cloud spending – report

Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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storage
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
A new Forrester report has highlighted poor Cloud Cost Management and Optimisation (CCMO) strategies across the Asia Pacific region.
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DataStax acquires AI startup Logspace to boost Gen AI development

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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software development
In a bid to simplify Gen AI development, DataStax is set to acquire AI startup, Logspace, developer of the open-source framework, Langflow.
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Futureful revamps recruitment with values-focused approach

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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productivity
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gen z
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employment
Futureful disrupts traditional recruitment with a platform centred on shared values and skills, not CVs, promising better job satisfaction and retention.
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Ivanti remodels security plan to set new industry precedent

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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software development
Ivanti CEO, Jeff Abbott, unveils revamp of the firm's security model aimed at setting an industry standard amid increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
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Wiise enters strategic partnership with Solutions+ NZ

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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erp
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cloud services
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wiise
Cloud ERP platform Wiise partners with newcomer Solutions+ NZ, forging a strategic alliance expected to create around 40 tech jobs in Australia and New Zealand.
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VIAVI makes strides in 6G & AI research with city-scale digital twin

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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ai
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ai models
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network monitoring
VIAVI Solutions uncovers major achievements in AI and 6G research, introducing a city-scale digital twin and AI-Native Air Interface.
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Kentico leads again in Spring 2024 G2 Grid Report for DXP

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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nps
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acquia
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sitefinity
Kentico maintains market leadership for the fourth year running, according to the Spring 2024 G2 Grid Report for Digital Experience Platforms.
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Agri-tech sector braces for M&A surge as investment plummets

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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clean technologies
A 40% slump in agri-tech investments in 2023 has prompted industry changes and a predicted surge in M&A activity for 2024, with tech giants entering the sector.
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ANZ manufacturers boost efficiency with ERP & MOM systems

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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manufacturing
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Manufacturers across Australasian are embracing SYSPRO to bolster operational efficiencies amid challenging times.
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Electronic Design Automation software market to hit $11.2bn

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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Global Electronic Design Automation software market expected to exceed US$11.2bn due to increased adoption of IoT devices.
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Data-stealing malware affects nearly 10m devices in 2023

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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cybersecurity
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social media
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kaspersky
Data-stealing malware infected 10 million devices in 2023, pilfering an average of 51 login credentials per device, according to a Kaspersky study.
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Centreon expands ON Partner Program to support MSP growth

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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digital infrastructure
Centreon expands its ON Partner Program, offering dedicated support to Managed Service Providersamidst i ncreasing demand for outsourced management services.
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Evolution of data backups: a crucial facet in the digital age

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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cloud services
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ibm
Data backups are a vital task for IT teams worldwide to ensure business continuity, and failure to have robust data backup protocols could be devastating.
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Lenovo and NVIDIA unveil suite of new hybrid AI solutions

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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Lenovo, in partnership with NVIDIA, announced hybrid AI solutions at the NVIDIA GTC global AI conference, revolutionising AI implementation across industries.
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VivaTech 2024: AI, sustainability & first Tesla collaboration

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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cartech
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ai
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clean technologies
VivaTech's 2024 event in Paris is set to create waves in AI, sustainability and mobility, boasting a record 30% increase in international guests.
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Gigamon holds 63% share in booming deep observability market

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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Gigamon leads the deep observability market, accounting for a 63% share and 61% growth in 2023, thanks to its network monitoring pipeline.