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The foundation of every business often lies in the official legal documents that allow it to be approved as a company. Among these documents are licences, which define the rights of a company around a range of products or services they can sell.

Licensing is often specific to every country, state and city. Licensing is necessary in order to regulate markets and meet demands. It is also an efficient way to control markets that include dangerous products such as alcohol or rifles selling.

In the tech space, licensing can spread across both hardware and software products.
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New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid sweeping law reforms

Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid employment law reforms, easing compliance with Leave Act updates, grievance rules, and safety regulations.
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Synology's pushing into ANZ enterprise storage & backup market

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Synology is expanding its enterprise storage and backup solutions in Australia and New Zealand, addressing the growing data sovereignty concerns in these markets.
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You'll soon be able to tell your lunch buddy what you earn; and other NZ employment law changes for 2025

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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New Zealand is set for significant employment law changes in 2025, including a new income threshold for unjustified dismissal claims and a repeal of pay secrecy.
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VMware customers concerned over rising costs & licensing

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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A recent survey reveals that 79% of VMware customers are satisfied with their software but are concerned about rising costs and licence changes post-Broadcom acquisition.
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Extreme Networks unveils AI-powered Extreme Platform ONE

Tue, 10th Dec 2024
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Extreme Networks has unveiled Extreme Platform ONE, a new AI-powered technology platform aimed at simplifying networking and security operations for enterprises.
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A new era of HR advisory for every business – no matter the size

Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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A revolutionary shift in HR advisory is enabling businesses of all sizes to access affordable, always-on support, reshaping compliance and workforce management.
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Vectra AI unveils new clarity programme to boost MSSP services

Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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Vectra AI launches the Vectra AI Clarity Program for MSSPs to meet rising demands for advanced XDR solutions, offering flexibility and customised cybersecurity services.
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Get ready for more Oracle Java licensing changes

Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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Oracle's Java licensing is set for another shake-up. With JDK 21's release, enterprises must navigate new subscription choices or risk mounting costs.
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Java community migrates from Oracle due to high costs, survey says

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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A survey by Azul reveals 86% of Oracle Java users are migrating due to high costs, preference for open-source alternatives, and pricing uncertainties.
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Most Oracle Java users migrate to alternatives, says survey

Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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A recent survey by Azul reveals that 86% of Oracle Java users are migrating to alternatives due to cost concerns and a shift towards open-source solutions.
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Siemens enhances NX software with AI, cloud & immersive tools

Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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Siemens introduces NX X, a game-changing cloud-based engineering solution with new AI, immersive, and electro-mechanical tools, enhancing the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio.
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Rimini Street offers support against VMware fee hikes

Tue, 21st May 2024
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Rimini Street launches support to counter VMware's shift to subscription licensing, ensuring businesses maintain perpetual licenses without vendor lock-in.
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Thales & Neural Labs expand partnership to create AI-powered smart cities

Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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Thales intensifies its partnership with Neural Labs to create AI-driven smart cities, using cloud-licensing capabilities to manage global licenses, optimizing Neural Lab's SaaS offerings and fostering growth.
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Rimini Street extends support for ClickSoftware users

Thu, 19th Oct 2023
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The expanded solution enables Salesforce ClickSoftware on-premises licensees to maximise the value of their mission-critical ClickSoftware investments.
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Huawei announces royalty rates for patent license programs

Fri, 14th Jul 2023
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The company promotes IP protection, balances innovation and adoption, and unveils rates for its handsets, Wi-Fi, and IoT patent license programs.
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Fortinet enhances FortiFlex program for demands of modern workplace

Tue, 13th Jun 2023
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Fortinet introduces new product and service additions to its FortiFlex program, offering more flexible licensing options to customers.
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Ashurst hires Anthony Lloyd as partner in Digital Economy team

Mon, 5th Jun 2023
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Ashurst builds digital economy practice with the appointment of Anthony Lloyd as Partner in its Sydney office from DLA Piper.
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CyberRes partner program offers flexible product deployment

Thu, 1st Dec 2022
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CyberRes has launched its MSSP Program, offering flexible options for partners to access its cybersecurity products and services.
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Colleague and competitor: What the enterprise can learn from co-opetition in open source communities

Mon, 10th Oct 2022
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Co-opetition in open source is vital for innovation and collaboration, but widespread participation is needed for it to succeed.
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We all know the value of cloud training, what happens when we don't?

Thu, 8th Sep 2022
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Cloud computing is evolving, but many organizations struggle to successfully migrate due to lack of skills. Training is crucial.