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Cisco shares solid Financial Results amid improved profitability
Asset Management

Cisco shares solid Financial Results amid improved profitability

Cisco Systems New Zealand reports a strong financial year ending 31 July 2024, with net profit soaring 65.4% to NZD 4.94 million despite a slight revenue dip.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Harvey Norman reports mixed Financial Results for FY2024
Harvey Norman

Harvey Norman reports mixed Financial Results for FY2024

Harvey Norman New Zealand reports a 6.1% drop in revenue to NZD $1.05 billion for FY2024, yet maintains profitability with a net profit of NZD $33.4 million.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025

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Resilience stories

Lenovo unveils ThinkPad X9 series with AI features
Unified Communications

Lenovo unveils ThinkPad X9 series with AI features

Lenovo has unveiled the ThinkPad X9 Series, premium laptops featuring Intel Core Ultra processors and AI capabilities, tailored to modern hybrid professionals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Key trends in channel partner ecosystem development in 2025
Data Analytics

Key trends in channel partner ecosystem development in 2025

In 2025, the Asia-Pacific channel partner ecosystem will evolve dramatically, driven by AI collaborations and a focus on customer outcomes, reshaping business models.

By Ben Wong • 4 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Cohesity expands cyber resilience with new IR partners
Firewalls

Cohesity expands cyber resilience with new IR partners

Cohesity is boosting its Cyber Event Response Team services by partnering with firms like Palo Alto Networks and Sophos to enhance cyber resilience for clients.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025
DTCC outlines priorities for financial industry in 2025
Supply Chain

DTCC outlines priorities for financial industry in 2025

DTCC outlines its strategic vision for 2025, focusing on tech advancements, risk management, and robust regulatory compliance amid market challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2025
Hitachi Vantara's VSP One lauded as primary storage leader
Storage

Hitachi Vantara's VSP One lauded as primary storage leader

Hitachi Vantara's Virtual Storage Platform One has been named a Leader in the latest GigaOm Radar Report, highlighting its exceptional hybrid cloud capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
Diligent to host Cyber Risk Virtual Summit in February 2025
Digital Transformation

Diligent to host Cyber Risk Virtual Summit in February 2025

Diligent will host a Cyber Risk Virtual Summit on 5-6 February 2025, uniting leaders to develop strategies against evolving cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
Phishing attacks rise in 2024 with AI-driven tactics
Phishing

Phishing attacks rise in 2024 with AI-driven tactics

Cybersecurity experts report a sharp rise in phishing attacks in 2024, with 94% of organisations affected and AI tactics in 67.4% of incidents.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats
Firewalls

CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats

CloudSEK's 2024 Threat Landscape Report reveals a staggering 994TB of data exfiltrated, with ransomware demands averaging over USD $2 million.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Jan 2025
Abnormal Security named leader in Gartner email security
Cloud Security

Abnormal Security named leader in Gartner email security

Abnormal Security has earned recognition as a Leader in the first-ever Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms, showcasing its innovative AI solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Logicalis Australia achieves Elite MSP Partner status
Data Protection

Logicalis Australia achieves Elite MSP Partner status

Logicalis Australia has garnered Elite MSP Partner status within the Commvault Partner Program, recognising its top-tier performance in data protection solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Balance of leadership and safety crucial to AI Opportunity Action Plan
Data Protection

Balance of leadership and safety crucial to AI Opportunity Action Plan

Sir Keir Starmer is poised to present the AI Opportunity Action Plan, aiming to position the UK as a leader in AI while ensuring safety and innovation harmoniously coexist.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Zero-Based Everything: the proven strategy that's unlocking double-digit savings
Chief Financial Officer

Zero-Based Everything: the proven strategy that's unlocking double-digit savings

As inflation and uncertainty strain budgets, businesses are turning to Zero-Based Everything, a strategy promising savings of 10-25% and up to 50% in procurement.

By Naresh Kumar and Jeremy Smith • 6 min read • Sat, 11th Jan 2025
Logic launches Estilo Luxe LED display for luxury spaces
Semiconductors

Logic launches Estilo Luxe LED display for luxury spaces

LOGIC presents the Estilo Luxe, an advanced LED display that combines cutting-edge technology with an elegant design, perfect for luxury environments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025
Expereo becomes Starlink reseller for global connectivity
Unified Communications

Expereo becomes Starlink reseller for global connectivity

Expereo has become a Starlink Authorized Reseller, enhancing global internet connectivity through satellite solutions for businesses, especially in remote areas.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
Indian IT services market reaches USD $7.4 billion in 2024
Digital Transformation

Indian IT services market reaches USD $7.4 billion in 2024

The Indian IT services market surged to USD $7.4 billion in the first half of 2024, boosted by digital transformation and cloud migration efforts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025