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AppScenic launches new AI tools for eCommerce automation
5 days ago
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commerce systems
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martech
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ai
ECommerce platform AppScenic has launched AI tools using OpenAI's API to help retailers optimise product pages, marketing, and SEO, streamlining store management.
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Southeast Asian retailers boost social commerce amid challenges
Last week
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Shopify's Southeast Asia Retail Report 2024 reveals 68% of regional retailers will up social commerce spending amid economic challenges, driven by rising consumer engagement on platforms like TikTok.
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Australian businesses face infrastructure challenges with Gen AI
Last week
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
A new survey by Console Connect highlights that rapid adoption of generative AI could strain existing infrastructure, with Australian firms facing the most concern.
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Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict
This month
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
A new IFS study shows only 20% of utilities firms have completed digital transformation, despite AI being a top priority.
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SleekFlow appoints Gao Lei as new CTO to drive tech strategy
This month
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edutech
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data analytics
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cx
Singapore-based SleekFlow has named Gao Lei, former LinkedIn China CTO, as its new Chief Technology Officer to spearhead tech transformation and innovation.
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Qualys launches report to tackle tech debt & cyber risks
This month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cto
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cyber threats
Qualys has launched a no-cost Tech Debt Report to help organisations identify and mitigate cyber risks from outdated technology.
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Executives express optimism & concern over AI's business impact
This month
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iam
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data privacy
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ai
Okta’s AI at Work 2024 report reveals 89% of executives see AI positively, but security and data privacy concerns loom large. Chiefs show notable yet uneven AI understanding.
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FinOps: Balancing financial responsibility & technical innovation
This month
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devops
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apm
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software development
FinOps is revolutionising how companies manage cloud costs and developer productivity, bridging financial responsibility with tech innovation to boost ROI.
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Serko appoints Simon Young as new Chief Technology Officer
This month
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trade me
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serko
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cto
Serko appoints Simon Young as Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately, leveraging his over 20 years of technology leadership to drive innovation and growth.
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Half of IT professionals uncertain of devices on their networks
This month
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network infrastructure
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Half of IT pros believe unknown devices are on their networks, posing high risks, finds ACDS survey. Over two-thirds faced multiple data breaches in two years.
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Titans of Tech - Philip Rathle of Neo4j
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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Philip Rathle's leadership at Neo4J has transformed the startup into a global leader in graph databases, pioneering innovation in connected data and AI.
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Pure Storage provides glimpse of the future of data storage management
Last month
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storage
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cx
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martech
Mark Jobbins has discussed revolutionary data management and AI innovations, emphasising sustainability and simplified solutions ahead of major announcements.
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Encompass appoints Andrew Dunn as Vice President of Engineering
Last month
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london
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engineering
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cto
Encompass appoints Andrew Dunn as VP of Engineering, tasked with leading the strategic delivery of its CDI platform to enhance global banking solutions.
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Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology
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firewalls
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ransomware
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phishing
A Fortinet report reveals a surge in cyberattacks on OT systems, with 73% of organisations hit, up from 49%. This rise emphasises the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Boomi study reveals need for composability in enterprise software
Last month
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ai
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customer service
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procurement
Boomi's latest global study, sponsored by IFS and conducted by IDC, underscores the urgent need for composability in enterprise software to combat challenges from outdated systems, per 1,000 surveyed execs.
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Amperity honoured by Databricks for customer data solutions
Last month
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martech
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cx
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ai
Amperity has won Databricks' Communications, Media and Entertainment Partner of the Year Award, recognising their exceptional work in enhancing customer data management and revenue generation for brands like Paramount and Vail Resorts.
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HackerOne launches PartnerOne for expanded cybersecurity access
Last month
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devops
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martech
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apm
HackerOne unveils PartnerOne, a new partner program, to simplify access to its human-powered security solutions, enhancing collaboration and revenue opportunities.
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Pulsant appoints Mike Hoy as new Chief Technology Officer
Last month
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hyperscale
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edge computing
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ai
Pulsant has named Mike Hoy as its new CTO to lead its technology strategy, ensuring the firm's platformEDGE infrastructure meets rising AI and edge computing demands.
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Scandit launches ID Bolt to revolutionise online ID autofill
Thu, 30th May 2024
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martech
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cx
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data privacy
Scandit launches ID Bolt, a new tool that autofills identity forms via passport or ID photo capture, enhancing efficiency and user experience.
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Paymentology names Tim Joslyn as new Chief Technology Officer
Wed, 29th May 2024
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fintechs
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cto
Paymentology has named Tim Joslyn as CTO, tapping his 25+ years' experience to drive innovation and expand its global payment solutions footprint.