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Confluent unveils advanced platform for Apache Flink
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Confluent has launched its Confluent Platform for Apache Flink, enhancing security and management for on-premises applications in cloud environments.
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Exabeam forecasts AI to transform APAC cybersecurity by 2025
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Exabeam predicts that by 2025, AI will significantly shift the cybersecurity landscape in APAC, making malware creation and deepfakes more accessible to attackers.
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Tray.ai unveils Merlin Agent Builder for AI deployment
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Tray.ai has launched Merlin Agent Builder, a platform aimed at simplifying AI agent development for enterprises facing significant technology challenges.
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AI boosts server revenue growth despite market challenges
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Server revenue surged by 22.9% year-on-year in Q3 2024, driven by booming AI platform demands, according to CONTEXT's latest market forecast.
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Humanforce acquires LiveHire in USD $17.2M HR tech deal
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Humanforce has acquired Australian HR tech firm LiveHire for USD $17.2 million, marking its fourth acquisition in two years to enhance workforce solutions.
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Tim Wintrip appointed CEO of Lemongrass
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Tim Wintrip has been named CEO of Lemongrass, set to take office on 1 January 2025, succeeding Mike Rosenbloom who will join the Board.
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GitHub announces Copilot Free tier for VS Code users
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GitHub has surpassed 150 million developers and launched a free tier for its Copilot in Visual Studio Code, empowering users with enhanced coding tools.
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Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report
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A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.
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VMware customers face rising costs amid market changes
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A Rimini Street report reveals VMware customers are seeking alternatives to subscription models, with 79% satisfied yet concerned about rising costs.
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Cloudera unveils RAG Studio for AI without coding skills
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Cloudera has unveiled a preview of its Retrieval-Augmented Generation Studio, enabling enterprises to deploy AI chatbots using real-time data without coding.
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Huawei leads 2024 global wearables market with 44.3% rise
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Huawei leads the global wearables market with a 44.3% year-on-year shipment increase, securing a 16.9% market share in 2024 despite a downturn.
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Cloud contact centre market grows, driven by demand for customer engagement
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The global cloud contact centre market is set to soar to USD $26,846.9 million by 2024, driven by increasing demand for scalable customer engagement solutions.
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GenAI in action: Transforming APAC business functions to deliver superior customer experiences
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In APAC, the rise of generative AI is reshaping customer experience, with 30% of Indian firms planning major investments in the technology over the next 18 months.
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Ingram Micro wins double AWS awards for innovation success
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Ingram Micro has been honoured as AWS' Global Distributor Partner of the Year and Innovation Partner of the Year for LATAM for the second year running.
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Stefan Krause joins artius.iD as strategic advisor
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Security and digital ID firm artius.iD appoints Stefan Krause, ex-CFO of BMW and Deutsche Bank, to its Board of Strategic Advisors amid growing cybersecurity challenges.
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GoodTake set to revolutionise entertainment talent recruitment
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GoodTake, a new platform founded by actress Mila, aims to transform entertainment talent recruitment with an official launch set for January 10, 2025.
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Infosys Compaz joins StarHub in cloud transformation bid
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Infosys Compaz has partnered with StarHub in Singapore to enhance cloud transformation and drive technology-led innovations for new market opportunities.
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APDI consortium launched to tackle Asia-Pacific identity issues
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The Asia Pacific Digital Identity Consortium launched in Hakone, Japan, aiming to enhance digital identity solutions for 4.78 billion people across 36 nations.
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Grandstream unveils the rugged WP836 Wi-Fi 6 IP phone
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Grandstream has launched the WP836, a ruggedised Wi-Fi 6 cordless IP phone, ideal for diverse enterprise applications and environments.
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KnowBe4 named among 2025 best IT workplaces by Computerworld
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KnowBe4 has been named one of the top IT workplaces for 2025 by Computerworld, securing 23rd place in the midsize organisation category.