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Google Cloud launches AI agent platform in Southeast Asia
Data Protection

Google Cloud launches AI agent platform in Southeast Asia

Businesses in Southeast Asia can now access Google Cloud tools that connect AI agents, data and security, with chip and Workspace upgrades.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026

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Boomi adds Snowflake Cortex support to Agentstudio
Digital Transformation

Boomi adds Snowflake Cortex support to Agentstudio

Businesses can now govern multiple AI agents in one place as Boomi extends Agentstudio to Snowflake Cortex Agents for joint customers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Blue Yonder named Gartner warehouse leader for 18th time
Digital Transformation

Blue Yonder named Gartner warehouse leader for 18th time

Warehouse operators facing labour shortages may see Blue Yonder's latest recognition as proof its software is still central to automation plans.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
OneStream launches Snowflake connector for finance data
Data Analytics

OneStream launches Snowflake connector for finance data

Poor data quality is forcing finance teams to seek more traceable inputs for AI and reporting as OneStream adds a Snowflake link.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • This month
Workday & Google Cloud expand Gemini Enterprise tie-up
Software-as-a-Service

Workday & Google Cloud expand Gemini Enterprise tie-up

Routine HR and finance tasks will move into Gemini Enterprise, as employees gain self-service access to Workday data without leaving Google Cloud's AI tool.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month
Snowflake expands Claude use as demand for governed AI grows
Software-as-a-Service

Snowflake expands Claude use as demand for governed AI grows

Enterprises are turning to governed AI tools as Snowflake and Anthropic expand Claude access across Cortex AI for sensitive data workflows.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • This month
Cohesity wins US patent for Gaia backup AI approach
Data Protection

Cohesity wins US patent for Gaia backup AI approach

It may help regulated customers use archived data for AI without moving sensitive records into separate systems, reducing compliance risk.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • This month
Snowflake & Anthropic expand Claude use for enterprise AI
Data Protection

Snowflake & Anthropic expand Claude use for enterprise AI

Demand is rising as businesses seek AI that can work on governed data without moving sensitive information out of Snowflake.

By Mark Tarre • 6 min read • This month
Clean Core and governed AI enable SAP success
Hybrid Cloud

Clean Core and governed AI enable SAP success

Australian firms can avoid costly upgrade pain and AI risks by pairing Clean Core with governed data and trusted partners.

By Anthony Caruana • 5 min read • This month
Workday & Google Cloud deepen AI agent partnership
Digital Transformation

Workday & Google Cloud deepen AI agent partnership

Employees will be able to handle HR and finance tasks inside Gemini Enterprise, reducing the need to switch between workplace apps.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • This month
Ericsson builds SAP data fabric to scale AI across business
Network Infrastructure

Ericsson builds SAP data fabric to scale AI across business

Unified data governance is set to help Ericsson push AI beyond pilots, with more than 85,000 users already on SAP's Joule assistant.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Aveva & Snowflake launch zero-copy industrial tie-up
Manufacturing

Aveva & Snowflake launch zero-copy industrial tie-up

Industrial operators may get faster AI access to plant and business data, as the deal avoids copying information into separate systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Dataiku launches Cobuild on Snowflake for AI workflows
Digital Transformation

Dataiku launches Cobuild on Snowflake for AI workflows

Enterprises can now turn plain-language prompts into governed AI workflows inside Snowflake, as Dataiku targets compliance-minded users.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Appian adds AI-assisted development & MCP integration
Digital Transformation

Appian adds AI-assisted development & MCP integration

Enterprises could gain more governed AI workflows as the software maker links agents, legacy app modernisation and Snowflake data access.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Amperity launches AI tools for real-time customer action
Customer Experience

Amperity launches AI tools for real-time customer action

Brands can now trigger live customer responses as Amperity ties AI assistants to identity-resolved data, abandoned baskets and website personalisation.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Exclusive: Google Cloud accelerates shift to agentic data
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Google Cloud accelerates shift to agentic data

Enterprises may soon design data systems for AI agents rather than staff, as Google Cloud adds real-time context, automation and cross-cloud access.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026

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Telstra Health launches Corus to connect care data
Data Protection

Telstra Health launches Corus to connect care data

Disconnected systems are leaving clinicians without the full picture, as Telstra Health rolls out a platform meant to move care data securely between services.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last month