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Cyber crime damage costs firms up to $5m annually, says Barracuda
Ransomware

Cyber crime damage costs firms up to $5m annually, says Barracuda

Annual business cybercrime recovery costs can reach up to $5m, with firms fearing a rise in GenAI-powered attacks, according to a Barracuda Networks report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2024
Gallagher Security honoured at 25th annual Intersec event in Dubai
Cloud Services

Gallagher Security honoured at 25th annual Intersec event in Dubai

Gallagher Security claims the 'Exceptional Contribution to Intersec' award at the 25th edition of Intersec, marking an impressive 30% increase in product offerings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jan 2024
Dubai authority certifies Paymentology's green credentials
Clean technologies

Dubai authority certifies Paymentology's green credentials

Dubai Water and Electricity Authority honours Paymentology for its sustainable practices through fintech initiative, recognising the partnership with Moro Hub's Green Data Centres for supporting a net-zero economy.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jan 2024
FedEx spreads festive cheer with Purple Tote campaign in AMEA
EduTech

FedEx spreads festive cheer with Purple Tote campaign in AMEA

FedEx Express brought festive joy across the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, gathering over 8,000 kg of supplies during their Purple Tote Campaign, offering aid to over 30 NGOs and around 2,400 beneficiaries.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2024
NTT DATA named Global Top Employer for 2024
Education, Learning & Training

NTT DATA named Global Top Employer for 2024

Renowned IT provider, NTT DATA, has been recognised as a Global Top Employer for 2024, excelling in talent acquisition, career growth, and diversity across 29 countries.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
Leaseweb launches Multi-CDN service in Asia Pacific region
Software-as-a-Service

Leaseweb launches Multi-CDN service in Asia Pacific region

Leaseweb, a cloud services provider, rolls out its Multi-CDN technology in Asia Pacific, enhancing content delivery performance and slashing latency for sectors including Media, SaaS, Gaming and more.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Scality promotes Marie-Laure Retureau as VP of Sales for APJ & ME regions
Storage

Scality promotes Marie-Laure Retureau as VP of Sales for APJ & ME regions

Marie-Laure Retureau takes on VP of Sales role at data storage software provider Scality, aiming to expand the company's presence across APJ, Middle Eastern, and Central Asian regions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Delinea launches partner program, recruits industry experts
Privileged Access Management

Delinea launches partner program, recruits industry experts

Delinea has instituted an extensive partner program led by industry experts Miles Rippon and Kara Trovato to bolster business growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Cohesity appoints Olivier Savornin as Group VP of Sales for EMEA
Customer Experience

Cohesity appoints Olivier Savornin as Group VP of Sales for EMEA

Data management leader Cohesity appoints IT industry veteran Olivier Savornin as Group VP of Sales for EMEA, enhancing its drive for modern data security in the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Logicalis unveils upgraded Digital Fabric Platform for CIOs
Artificial Intelligence

Logicalis unveils upgraded Digital Fabric Platform for CIOs

Logicalis has launched an upgraded version of its Digital Fabric Platform, providing CIOs with deeper insight and recommendations to optimise their digital ecosystems using artificial intelligence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Dynatrace honoured as Customers' Choice in Gartner's 2023 APM report
Data Analytics

Dynatrace honoured as Customers' Choice in Gartner's 2023 APM report

Recognised in Gartner's 2023 APM report, Dynatrace excels for the 5th year running as Customers' Choice, achieving strong acknowledgment across Global Enterprise, Large Enterprise, and Finance Industry sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2024
Global M&A hits low in Q4 2023 amid economic challenges
Inflation

Global M&A hits low in Q4 2023 amid economic challenges

M&A activity in Q4-2023 witnessed a record low due to factors like inflation and geopolitical instability, making deal numbers slide 27% globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024
Cloudflare reports rise in API threats & DDoS shifts
Gaming

Cloudflare reports rise in API threats & DDoS shifts

New report warns of a rise in API-based cyber threats as businesses digitise, alongside escalating DDoS activities targeting specific sectors and regions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024
Rivada Space Networks partners with Wiseband for secure Middle East connectivity
Network Infrastructure

Rivada Space Networks partners with Wiseband for secure Middle East connectivity

Rivada Space Networks partners with Wiseband to for secure, global connectivity in the Middle East, using a network of 600 low-earth-orbit satellites.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2024
Social media management software market to skyrocket by $35 billion
Data Analytics

Social media management software market to skyrocket by $35 billion

Technological advancements have spurred a projected growth of the social media management software market, anticipated to surge by $34.62 billion.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2024
Global IPO market concludes 2023 with $123.2 billion despite mixed trends
Initial Public Offering

Global IPO market concludes 2023 with $123.2 billion despite mixed trends

Global IPO market in 2023 nets $123.2b with 1,298 IPOs, highlighting mixed trends and regional contrasts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Content protection market to grow by $1 billion by 2028
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Content protection market to grow by $1 billion by 2028

The surge in market growth is propelled by several strategies and technologies safeguarding digital content, according to a new report from Technavio.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Middle East stories

Gallagher Security promotes George Dunleavy to Sales Manager for SA & NT
Firewalls

Gallagher Security promotes George Dunleavy to Sales Manager for SA & NT

George Dunleavy ascends to Sales Manager for South Australia and Northern Territory within Gallagher Security, replacing Karl Harris, in a strategic move to intensify operations in the area.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024