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Record-breaking feat in declining smartphone market

Tue, 30th Jul 2019
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Vivo set a new personal record by shipping 5.8 million smartphones to India in Q2 2019, a notable feat given the overall declining market.
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Equinix extends AWS offerings to enable digital transformation

Fri, 26th Jul 2019
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The improved connection capacities, available via a private cloud network onramp, are ideal for enabling enterprise cloud transformation, according to Equinix.
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ThetaRay offering uses AI against financial cybercrime

Wed, 24th Jul 2019
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ThetaRay unveils Version 4.0 of its advanced AI analytics platform, enhancing global banks' abilities to detect and prevent sophisticated financial cybercrime.
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Google buys enterprise cloud file storage firm Elastifile

Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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Google boosts its cloud file storage with the acquisition of Elastifile, promising enhanced support for enterprise digital transformation by late 2019.
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Druva acquires hybrid cloud data protection firm

Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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Druva has acquired hybrid cloud data protection firm CloudLanes to enhance its edge-to-cloud capabilities, making data more accessible and secure.
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Voice control to account for one-third of smart home market

Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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Interoperability with the platforms that support voice control devices is vital for OEMs and service providers.
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IDC names Cognizant Leader for AI services

Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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The MarketScape report praises the company's high-touch customer service approach, value for fee paid, and broad range of AI services and platforms.
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IDC: Earwear and watches driving wearables market

Fri, 28th Jun 2019
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Smartwatches and ear-worn devices will account for more than 70% of the 200 million wearables shipped by 2023.
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IDC: Earwear and watches expected to drive wearables market

Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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Ear-worn devices and smartwatches are set to dominate the wearables market, which is forecast to reach 302.3 million units by 2023, according to IDC.
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Veritas launches enterprise data services platform

Mon, 24th Jun 2019
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Veritas Technologies has launched the Enterprise Data Services Platform, powered by NetBackup 8.2, to simplify enterprise IT.
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Automation Anywhere partners with Microsoft to advance automation

Wed, 19th Jun 2019
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The relationship includes multi-million dollar investment into the adoption of RPA and aims to make automation technology more accessible to global enterprises.
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Seven mistakes to avoid in blockchain projects – Gartner

Mon, 17th Jun 2019
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Blockchain's reality lags hype, with 89% of CIOs in early stages or not planning deployments, Gartner reports.
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Broadband access equipment revenue dips to $2.9B

Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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Global broadband access equipment revenue fell 2% Y/Y in 1Q 2019 to USD $2.9 billion, driven by a decrease in CCAP spending, reports Dell'Oro Group.
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Smartwatches drive wearables market, up 55%

Thu, 6th Jun 2019
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Ongoing demand fuels a strong growth trajectory for wearable devices in Q1 2019 with wrist-worn and ear-worn leading the market, according to IDC.
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Why 90% of current enterprise blockchain platforms will require replacement - Gartner

Tue, 4th Jun 2019
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90% of enterprise blockchain platforms will need replacing by 2021 to stay competitive, according to Gartner. Fragmented market causing confusion for buyers.
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Gartner: smartphone sales still suffering

Thu, 30th May 2019
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Global smartphone sales fell 2.7% to 373 million units in Q1 2019, with declines in Australia and competitive tension affecting top brands, says Gartner.
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Only one in four Kiwis trust organisations to protect personal data

Mon, 27th May 2019
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Only 27% of New Zealanders believe their personal data is treated reliably by organisations offering digital services.
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How SUSE plans to help customers innovate, compete and grow

Wed, 22nd May 2019
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SUSE introduces SUSE Enterprise Storage 6, its software-defined storage solution, offering enhanced cloud and data protection capabilities.
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Tech Data dives into analytics & IoT solution offerings

Thu, 9th May 2019
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This week, the company launched its Analytics and IoT solution factory, which expands on offerings available through its Cloud Solution Factory.
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Acronis opens up Cyber Platform after 16 years

Fri, 26th Apr 2019
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After 16 years, Acronis opens its Cyber Platform, inviting third-party developers to enhance its cyber protection solutions and drive new revenue opportunities.