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Hitachi Vantara debuts AI-ready storage in Singapore

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Hitachi Vantara launches new AI-ready block and object storage in Singapore to unify data platforms as enterprises scale production AI.
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VEON partners with MindBridge on AI-driven audit shift

Sat, 31st Jan 2026
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VEON will use MindBridge AI to scrutinise all financial transactions in real time, replacing traditional sample-based internal audits.
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AI adoption surges in Singapore but strong ROI lags

Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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AI use is now near universal in Singapore, but few organisations can show strong returns as data complexity and security risks bite.
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Black Kite launches global unified framework for third-party AI risk

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Black Kite has launched BK-GA3TM, a global unified AI risk framework to help firms assess third-party vendor threats amid evolving AI complexities worldwide.
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Hack The Box unveils Threat Range to boost SOC team resilience

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Hack The Box launches Threat Range, a team-focused cyber incident simulation platform to enhance SOC resilience against AI-driven cyber threats and complex attacks.
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ThoughtSpot joins Snowflake to launch open data semantics OSI

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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ThoughtSpot teams with Snowflake to launch the Open Semantic Interchange, an open source effort to standardise data semantics across platforms and tools.
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Hitachi Vantara expands VSP One SDS features on Google Cloud

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Hitachi Vantara enhances VSP One SDS on Google Cloud Marketplace, adding features like two-way replication to boost hybrid cloud data management and resilience.
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AI & automation boost value of retail analysts amid old hurdles

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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AI and automation boost retail analysts' roles and job satisfaction, but outdated data methods still hinder full benefits, says new Alteryx report.
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NetApp & NVIDIA join forces to streamline AI data management

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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NetApp and NVIDIA partner to integrate AI Data Platform into AIPod, enabling secure, scalable AI pipelines and enhanced data management for businesses.
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AvePoint unveils new central hub for managing data security

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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AvePoint has unveiled its Risk Posture Command Center within its Confidence Platform to simplify data security and risk management for organisations.
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Snowflake supports Apache Iceberg, enhancing data sharing

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Snowflake has unveiled full support for Apache Iceberg tables, enabling businesses to tap into enhanced analytics and secure data-sharing capabilities.
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CSA report aids mid-market firms in SaaS security strategy

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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The Cloud Security Alliance has released a report addressing SaaS complexities for mid-market organisations, revealing that many struggle with security amid limited resources.
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APAC enterprises to prioritise AI ROI by 2025, says report

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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A new report indicates that over half of Asia-Pacific enterprises expect to optimise AI investments for better long-term ROI by 2025, moving beyond initial trials.
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BlackLine launches Studio360 for real-time financial insights

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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BlackLine has launched Studio360, a platform aimed at providing finance professionals with real-time insights and enhancing operational efficiency.
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Connecty AI raises USD $1.8m to transform data management

Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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Connecty AI has secured USD $1.8 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its context-aware platform for simplifying enterprise data management complexities.
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Dynatrace unveils new AI-driven solutions for businesses

Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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Dynatrace has unveiled new solutions aimed at improving user experience and data insights, helping businesses navigate complex digital landscapes effectively.
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CAST & LIRIS team up to revolutionise software visualisation

Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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CAST partners with LIRIS to develop cutting-edge algorithms for enhancing visualisation and analysis of complex software systems, aiming for more intuitive user interfaces.
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UK businesses struggling to fully harness their 'data brain'

Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Over 70% of UK firms struggle to utilise data effectively, with many hoarding it unanalyzed, hindering their transition to a data-driven model, new research suggests.
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Dell integrates Intel Gaudi 3 AI Accelerator in PowerEdge servers

Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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Dell Technologies integrates the new Intel Gaudi 3 AI Accelerator into its PowerEdge XE9680 servers, offering tailored AI solutions and encouraging broader enterprise adoption.
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Unifying data lifecycle crucial for AI, says Cloudera

Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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A Cloudera survey found 90% of IT leaders view a unified data platform as critical for AI and analytics, amid challenges of data quality and system integration.