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ASUS launches Zenbook S 14 in Australia & New Zealand
AI PC

ASUS launches Zenbook S 14 in Australia & New Zealand

ASUS launches the Zenbook S 14 in Australia and New Zealand, featuring Intel Core Ultra 7 processors and advanced AI tech.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Visa & Banked launch Visa A2A platform for UK in 2025
Unified Communications

Visa & Banked launch Visa A2A platform for UK in 2025

Visa partners with Banked to unveil Visa A2A, a revolutionary system set to transform account-to-account payments and enhance security for UK consumers. Launching in 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
HPE unveils new private cloud AI solution with NVIDIA aid
Hybrid Cloud

HPE unveils new private cloud AI solution with NVIDIA aid

Hewlett Packard Enterprise debuts HPE Private Cloud AI, a cloud solution developed with NVIDIA to swiftly deploy Gen AI applications for businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Yahoo appoints Valeri Liborski as new Chief Technology Officer
Hyperscale

Yahoo appoints Valeri Liborski as new Chief Technology Officer

Yahoo appoints Valeri Liborski as CTO, betting on his vast experience from Microsoft, Amazon, and HelloFresh to drive AI advancements and engineering excellence.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
BeyondTrust awarded Gartner Customers Choice for second year
Risk & Compliance

BeyondTrust awarded Gartner Customers Choice for second year

BeyondTrust earns its second consecutive 'Customers' Choice' title from Gartner Peer Insights, with a stellar 4.6 rating and 97% recommending its Remote Support software.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Skillvue secures USD $2.8 million to expand AI skills platform
Artificial Intelligence

Skillvue secures USD $2.8 million to expand AI skills platform

Italian HR tech startup Skillvue raises USD $2.8 million to advance its AI-based skills assessment platform, aiming to revolutionise recruitment and talent development.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
TCS and Primark extend partnership for IT transformation
IT Automation

TCS and Primark extend partnership for IT transformation

Tata Consultancy Services extends its partnership with Primark in a five-year deal to transform the fashion retailer's IT systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
Vultr & SQream partner to enhance cloud AI capabilities
Private Cloud

Vultr & SQream partner to enhance cloud AI capabilities

Vultr and SQream announce partnership to enhance cloud computing capabilities, aiming to support AI-driven enterprises in finance, healthcare, and telecom sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

MediaVision relocates to larger London office amid growth
Marketing Technologies

MediaVision relocates to larger London office amid growth

London-based agency MediaVision relocates to larger office amid growth surge, bolstering its team with high-profile hires.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Quuppa certifies first group of Australian RTLS installers
Supply Chain

Quuppa certifies first group of Australian RTLS installers

Quuppa's first-ever Certified Installer Certification (QCIC) programme in Australia sees ten professionals certified, boosting the nation's RTLS industry.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Vodafone's network expansion to cover 98.4% of Australia
Customers

Vodafone's network expansion to cover 98.4% of Australia

The ACCC has greenlit Vodafone's regional network sharing deal, set to expand coverage from 96% to 98.4% of Australians and double its geographical reach by 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Quantaco acquires CTB AND CO to dominate hospitality tech
Transparency

Quantaco acquires CTB AND CO to dominate hospitality tech

Quantaco has acquired kitchen management software firm CTB AND CO, aiming to become Australia's largest hospitality tech provider with a comprehensive product suite.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Warehow secures £2.1 million in Series A funding round
eBay

Warehow secures £2.1 million in Series A funding round

eCommerce fulfilment specialist Warehow has raised £2.1 million in Series A funding, led by the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II and Mercia Ventures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
Snowflake heralds AI transformation for Indian enterprises
Unified Communications

Snowflake heralds AI transformation for Indian enterprises

Snowflake emphasised its vision for transforming Indian enterprises through AI and data strategies at the World Tour in Delhi, spotlighting success stories and new innovations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
Australian businesses must adapt to payment trends: Worldpay
Crypto

Australian businesses must adapt to payment trends: Worldpay

Australian consumers' payment preferences are evolving, with security and variety boosting revenue potential, says Worldpay's new report.

By Worldpay • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
Manhattan Associates unveils AI innovations at Melbourne event
Customer Experience

Manhattan Associates unveils AI innovations at Melbourne event

Cutting-edge innovations in supply chain planning and generative AI were showcased at Manhattan Exchange in Melbourne, drawing over 200 industry reps.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
Jeremy Soo named new chairman of NETS
Digital Transformation

Jeremy Soo named new chairman of NETS

Jeremy Soo appointed as Chairman of NETS from 1 September 2024, succeeding Susan Hwee. Soo brings over 30 years of consumer banking expertise to the role.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024