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Oracle launches AI consulting practice with OpenAI
Data governance

Oracle launches AI consulting practice with OpenAI

Businesses moving beyond AI pilots will get help from Oracle's new service, which aims to speed deployment and tighten control across enterprise systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Today
Oracle expands Marketplace with partner purchasing options
Partner Programmes

Oracle expands Marketplace with partner purchasing options

The changes aim to make enterprise software easier to buy through Oracle channels, as partners seek closer sales support and flexible contracts.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Today
Tonies launches Toniebox Lite in Australia & New Zealand
Content Creation

Tonies launches Toniebox Lite in Australia & New Zealand

The smaller, screen-free device gives families a cheaper entry point, with the Toniebox Lite My Story Set priced at AUD $149.95.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 3 days ago
NiCE appoints Rajesh Shriyan as Chief Information Officer
Data Analytics

NiCE appoints Rajesh Shriyan as Chief Information Officer

The hire underscores NiCE's push to expand internal AI use and modernise core systems as it scales operations and quote-to-cash processes.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Ninox launches AI-powered low-code platform for firms
Manufacturing

Ninox launches AI-powered low-code platform for firms

Businesses can now create applications in seconds from natural-language prompts, as Ninox aims to cut internal software costs and boost governance.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
Bizzdesign named Gartner leader for 19th straight year
Digital Transformation

Bizzdesign named Gartner leader for 19th straight year

The ranking bolsters Bizzdesign's pitch to buyers seeking tighter oversight of AI governance and transformation planning across complex organisations.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
BeyondTrust adds just-in-time access to ServiceNow
Privileged Access Management

BeyondTrust adds just-in-time access to ServiceNow

The tie-up lets security teams remove standing privileges from ServiceNow workflows while keeping fast access for staff who need it.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Sandisk named exclusive storage partner for Meta VR Glasses
Sandisk

Sandisk named exclusive storage partner for Meta VR Glasses

Users will get official expansion options for Meta VR Glasses when Sandisk's microSD Express cards and USB-C drives arrive in spring 2027.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
Reco raises USD $55 million with AT&T Ventures backing
Identity and Access Management

Reco raises USD $55 million with AT&T Ventures backing

The security software company will use the money to expand sales and support as enterprises race to govern AI agents accessing sensitive systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month

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WORK-SELF expands Maya Enterprise across 12,000 apps
Software-as-a-Service

WORK-SELF expands Maya Enterprise across 12,000 apps

Businesses adopting AI agents could cut rework by up to 40%, as WORK-SELF expands Maya Enterprise across more than 12,000 applications.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
TiDB expands cloud platform for enterprise & AI apps
Open source

TiDB expands cloud platform for enterprise & AI apps

Enterprise users and AI agents will get more control over data and persistence as TiDB adds BYOC, filesystem storage and PostgreSQL support.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
Utilize acquires tn4 Solutions in Sage growth push
Digital Transformation

Utilize acquires tn4 Solutions in Sage growth push

The deal nearly doubles Utilize's Sage customer base and takes the managed IT services provider to six acquisitions as it eyes £28 million turnover.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Yesterday
Annexa targets new AI opportunities at SuiteWorld 2026
Customer Relationship Management

Annexa targets new AI opportunities at SuiteWorld 2026

Annexa says mid-market businesses can lift productivity without adding staff by automating routine ERP work and unlocking new sales chances.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • Last week
Infinity Group wins Certified B Corporation status
Artificial Intelligence

Infinity Group wins Certified B Corporation status

The certification gives the technology consultancy external proof of its social and environmental standards, after two years of changes across the business.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Cloudhouse launches IT change visibility score tool
Cybersecurity

Cloudhouse launches IT change visibility score tool

The free assessment helps enterprises spot blind spots in change controls, where approved updates can still drift across cloud and on-premise systems.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
SMEC AI Pathfinder draws 1,500 Australians to build AI
Digital Transformation

SMEC AI Pathfinder draws 1,500 Australians to build AI

The programme's record intake signals growing demand for hands-on AI support as more Australians with industry expertise move to build products.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Omnissa launches Elara beta for AI governance control
Data governance

Omnissa launches Elara beta for AI governance control

It gives IT teams a single policy layer to monitor unsanctioned AI use and approve high-risk changes before they are made.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month
Qualys launches TruRisk Eliminate 2.0 with TruConfidence
Security Operations Centres

Qualys launches TruRisk Eliminate 2.0 with TruConfidence

Existing customers will get the upgrade free as Qualys extends remediation beyond endpoints, aiming to cut outage risk while speeding fixes across hybrid estates.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month