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Unit4's Scanmarket tops sourcing data quadrant again
2 days ago
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edutech
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digital transformation
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cx
Unit4's Scanmarket wins top spot in Info-Tech's Strategic Sourcing Data Quadrant for a second year as new customers boost source-to-contract momentum.
Why fibre connectivity must be a front-end consideration in data centre site selection
2 days ago
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
Fibre must be assessed at the start of data centre site selection, warns expert, as poor connectivity can add months and millions to projects.
Geotab report shows fleets cut fuel waste with data
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data analytics
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cartech
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partner programmes
Geotab report shows fleets cut fuel waste by 30% as telematics help businesses slash idling, emissions and costs across global operations.
Confluent says data streaming will enable faster, better decisions
Last month
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Confluent says organisations must shift to governed data streaming, with AI agents making millisecond decisions at scale.
Smart CT clinches global IT support deals to scale up
Last month
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network infrastructure
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manufacturing
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cx
Smart CT lands three global IT support deals covering 65,000-plus devices as it accelerates expansion across Europe, Asia and Australia.
The silent skew: Confronting structural gender bias through data
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ai ethics & governance
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it industry
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public sector
UK tech's gender gap is no pipeline glitch but structural bias, demanding rigorous use of data and AI oversight to drive real change.
Women in tech & finance call for systems to catch up
Last month
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digital transformation
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fintech
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erp
Women in tech and finance say workplaces must be redesigned, with data-led accountability and digital finance access to match women's ambitions.
Small Cells World Summit 2026 opens registration in London
Fri, 20th Feb 2026
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uc
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network infrastructure
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smart cities
Small Cells World Summit 2026 will spotlight network sharing, venue connectivity and future architectures as small cell deployments scale.
BADIIS malware hijacks IIS servers for covert SEO fraud
Fri, 13th Feb 2026
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
BADIIS malware is hijacking over 1,800 IIS servers worldwide, quietly boosting illicit gambling and crypto phishing sites via poisoned SEO.
Humanforce appoints Aaron Thorne as Chief Sales Officer for global push
Tue, 30th Sep 2025
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hcm
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capital management
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local government
Humanforce appoints Aaron Thorne as Chief Sales Officer to drive global expansion and strengthen sales in frontline workforce management sectors.
Data Squared & Vertosoft partner to deliver explainable AI
Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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genai
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ai
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public sector
Data Squared partners with Vertosoft to provide explainable AI tools to government agencies, enhancing transparency and trust in public sector AI use.
Ransomware repeat attacks linked to fragmented security tools
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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encryption
Research shows 31% of ransomware victims endured multiple attacks due to fragmented, ineffective security tools, risking severe financial and reputational damage.
LevelBlue to acquire Trustwave, creating top global cyber giant
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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devops
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
LevelBlue will acquire Trustwave, creating the world's largest pure-play managed security services provider with enhanced global cybersecurity capabilities.
Atturra wins top Boomi APJ Partner award for sixth time in row
Thu, 15th May 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
Atturra has won Boomi's APJ Partner of the Year award for the third consecutive year, adding to five previous wins, showcasing its leadership in integration solutions.
Humanforce acquires LiveHire in USD $17.2M HR tech deal
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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hcm
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recruitment
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local government
Humanforce has acquired Australian HR tech firm LiveHire for USD $17.2 million, marking its fourth acquisition in two years to enhance workforce solutions.
Logic Wireless: New Motorola Solutions body worn video distribution Australasia announcement
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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edutech
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surveillance
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healthtech
Logic Wireless to distribute Motorola Solutions' Body Worn Video portfolio across Australasia, providing cutting-edge security solutions for diverse sectors.
OPSWAT opens new Tokyo office & CIP lab to boost security
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
OPSWAT has unveiled a new office and CIP lab in Tokyo to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, reinforcing its commitment to local security solutions.
Rivada Space Networks announces Asia-Pacific partnerships
Tue, 28th May 2024
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local government
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data sovereignty
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kt sat
Rivada Space Networks announces key partnerships in Asia Pacific to advance its 600-satellite LEO constellation, Rivada's Outernet, providing ultra-secure, low-latency connectivity.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Atturra
Thu, 31st Mar 2022
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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data science
Atturra CEO Stephen Kowal shares valuable insights into the Asia-Pacific IT services landscape in this 10 Minute IT Jam.
Auckland local board to establish tech innovation hub
Fri, 15th Apr 2016
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auckland transport
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local government
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ateed
Auckland's Waitematā board seeds tech growth, investing £12,000 to kickstart a local innovation hub in Uptown/Newton.