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Johnson Controls appoints Joakim Weidemanis as new CEO
Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls appoints Joakim Weidemanis as new CEO

Johnson Controls has appointed Joakim Weidemanis as Chief Executive Officer, starting 12 March 2025, succeeding George R. Oliver who becomes Non-Executive Chairman.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
AttackIQ expands with DeepSurface's cybersecurity expertise
Data Protection

AttackIQ expands with DeepSurface's cybersecurity expertise

AttackIQ has acquired DeepSurface to enhance its cybersecurity services, aiming to improve risk management and bolster protections against cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Full-funnel strategies boost ecommerce conversion rates 38%
Marketing Technologies

Full-funnel strategies boost ecommerce conversion rates 38%

A recent report from Nest Commerce reveals a 38% boost in year-on-year conversion rates for ecommerce brands using full-funnel strategies, amidst a £100 million media spend.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
HubSpot opens first Australian data centre in Sydney
Digital Transformation

HubSpot opens first Australian data centre in Sydney

HubSpot has launched its first data centre in Australia, enabling local businesses to enhance performance and data sovereignty while meeting compliance needs.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024
Manufacturing

IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024

IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Sitecore's AI-driven CMS sees 100% revenue growth in 2024
Digital Transformation

Sitecore's AI-driven CMS sees 100% revenue growth in 2024

Sitecore's XM Cloud has experienced unprecedented growth in 2024, with global revenues soaring 100%, and an impressive 130% rise in the US market.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) stories

Atlys expands to UK with predictive visa technology
UK expansion

Atlys expands to UK with predictive visa technology

Atlys has launched its predictive visa technology in the UK, aiming to simplify the application process for millions of non-UK passport holders.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
Khuda Family donates $100m to boost women in STEM
EduTech

Khuda Family donates $100m to boost women in STEM

A $100 million donation from the Khuda Family Foundation will support a groundbreaking 20-year programme at the University of Sydney to boost girls' participation in STEM.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Percona announces enterprise support for Valkey users
Migration

Percona announces enterprise support for Valkey users

Percona has unveiled enterprise support for Valkey, an open-source alternative to Redis, following major industry shifts towards restrictive licensing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Amazon Australia introduces PayTo with NAB & Banked
Fintech

Amazon Australia introduces PayTo with NAB & Banked

Banked has partnered with National Australia Bank to introduce PayTo on Amazon Australia, offering secure, direct payments from customers' bank accounts.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Aligned announces key leadership changes for growth
Hyperscale

Aligned announces key leadership changes for growth

Aligned Data Centers has reshuffled its executive team with four key appointments aimed at enhancing strategic growth and operational efficiency.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Dismantling security councils exposes cyber vulnerabilities
Unified Communications

Dismantling security councils exposes cyber vulnerabilities

The recent federal decision to dismantle key security councils has triggered alarms about national cyber vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure protection.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Appdome launches AI-native defences for mobile apps
Malware

Appdome launches AI-native defences for mobile apps

Appdome has launched AI-driven mobile defences with 24 plugins to combat trojans and malware targeting banking and fintech apps on Android and iOS.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Ciphr launches innovative cloud-based payroll software
Digital Transformation

Ciphr launches innovative cloud-based payroll software

Ciphr has launched its new cloud-based payroll software, Ciphr payroll, designed to streamline processes for UK businesses and reduce manual tasks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Chancellor's tech investment plan praised by industry leaders
Artificial Intelligence

Chancellor's tech investment plan praised by industry leaders

The Chancellor's recent address has sparked enthusiasm among tech leaders, highlighting the UK's commitment to advancing AI and digital innovation.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Ciphr unveils new cloud payroll software for UK market
Human Capital Management

Ciphr unveils new cloud payroll software for UK market

Ciphr has unveiled its innovative cloud-based payroll software, Ciphr payroll, designed to streamline payroll processes for UK businesses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Advanced Navigation partners with Gilmour Space for INS system
Supply Chain

Advanced Navigation partners with Gilmour Space for INS system

Advanced Navigation and Gilmour Space are developing a high-shock Inertial Navigation System with AUD $856,077 backing from the Australian Space Agency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
N-able launches AI Developer Portal for faster integration
Partner Programmes

N-able launches AI Developer Portal for faster integration

N-able has launched its AI-powered Developer Portal, designed to streamline API integrations for IT management and cybersecurity, benefiting partners significantly.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025