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Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance

Arctic Wolf has acquired BlackBerry's Cylance to boost its Aurora platform, integrating advanced AI-driven security capabilities for enhanced endpoint protection.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025
OutSystems launches AI Mentor to revolutionise app development
Digital Transformation

OutSystems launches AI Mentor to revolutionise app development

OutSystems has launched Mentor, an AI-powered tool on its Developer Cloud, streamlining app development and reducing SDLC time for businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
iplicit secures GBP £25 million for UK market expansion
Software-as-a-Service

iplicit secures GBP £25 million for UK market expansion

iplicit, a cloud accounting platform for the UK mid-market, has secured GBP £25 million in funding from One Peak to fuel its growth and product development.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Lumify Work teams up with AI CERTs for new courses
Digital Transformation

Lumify Work teams up with AI CERTs for new courses

Lumify Work has partnered with AI CERTs to provide vendor-agnostic AI certifications across Australia, New Zealand, and the Philippines, aiming to enhance AI education.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Rhenus strengthens IT partnership with Blue Yonder globally
Supply Chain

Rhenus strengthens IT partnership with Blue Yonder globally

Rhenus Warehousing Solutions enhances its tie with Blue Yonder to standardise global IT systems, ensuring efficient service across over 180 sites.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Silobreaker unveils Tickets for enhanced team collaboration
Unified Communications

Silobreaker unveils Tickets for enhanced team collaboration

Silobreaker has launched Tickets, a new AI-driven workflow management feature aimed at enhancing collaboration and efficiency for intelligence teams.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits
Data Protection

BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits

BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform and reported record profits in 2024, marking a historic financial success for the firm.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

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SugarCRM appoints industry veteran Bob Stutz to board
Customer Relationship Management

SugarCRM appoints industry veteran Bob Stutz to board

SugarCRM has appointed Bob Stutz to its board of directors, drawing on his 30 years of experience in transforming CRM solutions globally.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025
NFON aims for market leadership with new AI strategy
Digital Transformation

NFON aims for market leadership with new AI strategy

NFON has unveiled its ambitious NFON NEXT 2027 strategy, aiming for market leadership in AI-driven business communications and significant revenue growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Sectigo acquires Entrust's certificate business to expand
Encryption

Sectigo acquires Entrust's certificate business to expand

Sectigo has acquired Entrust's public certificate business, doubling its operations and enhancing its market presence in the rapidly evolving digital security landscape.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
BT Business appoints Jon James as new CEO
Leadership

BT Business appoints Jon James as new CEO

Jon James has been appointed as CEO of BT Business, set to take the helm next month, as the company shifts focus towards the UK market.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Fintech boosts Australian small business by AUD $9bn
Fintech

Fintech boosts Australian small business by AUD $9bn

A new report reveals that fintech innovation in payments has generated AUD $9 billion in benefits for Australian small businesses, boosting revenues and reducing costs.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Kynd urges financial firms to boost cyber resilience
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kynd urges financial firms to boost cyber resilience

KYND, a London-based insurtech firm, urges the financial services to enhance long-term cyber resilience as the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act takes effect.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Mentor Group launches new sales training platform INSTIL
AR, VR & Metaverse

Mentor Group launches new sales training platform INSTIL

Mentor Group has unveiled INSTIL, a new sales training platform combining its established curriculum with modern digital tools to enhance sales performance.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Europastry enhances supply chain with Blue Yonder tech
Supply Chain

Europastry enhances supply chain with Blue Yonder tech

Europastry has partnered with Blue Yonder to enhance its supply chain across Europe, optimising logistics and transportation for its growing distribution network.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Shinichi Yoshida to lead Canon EMEA as new president, CEO
Canon

Shinichi Yoshida to lead Canon EMEA as new president, CEO

Canon EMEA has appointed Shinichi 'Sam' Yoshida as President & CEO, succeeding Yuichi Ishizuka, who retires after 44 years with the company.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Projected growth for Australian tech hiring in 2025
DevOps

Projected growth for Australian tech hiring in 2025

Clicks IT Recruitment forecasts a robust job market for tech roles in Australia in 2025, driven by demand for cyber security and AI advancements.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
FranConnect launches Frannie AI suite in Australian market
Digital Transformation

FranConnect launches Frannie AI suite in Australian market

FranConnect has unveiled Frannie AI in Australia, a suite of AI agents designed to automate key operations for franchises and multi-location businesses.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025