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Ooredoo secures significant financing deal for AI & data centre growth
Hyperscale

Ooredoo secures significant financing deal for AI & data centre growth

Ooredoo secures QAR 2 billion financing for data centre and AI expansion in MENA, marking the largest tech deal in Qatar's history, underscoring regional growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
A-FLOW tops off ML1 Data Centre in Laguna, Philippines
Digital Infrastructure

A-FLOW tops off ML1 Data Centre in Laguna, Philippines

A-FLOW and AyalaLand Logistics Holdings have celebrated a major milestone in their joint ML1 Data Centre project in Laguna, set for operational launch in late 2024.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Bhutan Telecom upgrades network with Ciena coherent routers
Network Infrastructure

Bhutan Telecom upgrades network with Ciena coherent routers

Bhutan Telecom enhances internet services by deploying Ciena's coherent routers, aiming to meet rising traffic demands and improve customer experience in a digital age.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
IPS-InfiniVAN and ePLDT partnership to boost Philippines digital transformation
Partner Programmes

IPS-InfiniVAN and ePLDT partnership to boost Philippines digital transformation

IPS-InfiniVAN and ePLDT forge alliance to boost Philippine's digital transformation and establish regional hyperscaler hub.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023

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Jonathan Zanger named CTO to advance AI at Check Point
Firewalls

Jonathan Zanger named CTO to advance AI at Check Point

Jonathan Zanger appointed CTO at Check Point to lead AI-driven cyber security initiatives and advance automation across its Infinity Platform globally.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2025
Check Point named a Leader in Forrester Wave Zero Trust report
Firewalls

Check Point named a Leader in Forrester Wave Zero Trust report

Check Point has been named a Leader in Forrester's Q3 2025 Zero Trust Platforms report for its Infinity Platform's unified, prevention-first security approach.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Jul 2025
The delicate dance of user experience and security in the digital age
Data Protection

The delicate dance of user experience and security in the digital age

Businesses can harmonise user experience and cybersecurity through identity and access management, ensuring seamless yet secure digital interactions.

By Johan Fantenberg • 5 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity for threat exposure
Firewalls

Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity for threat exposure

Check Point is set to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, enhancing its Infinity Platform with automated, pre-emptive threat exposure and mitigation across multi-vendor environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Check Point to acquire Veriti, boosting threat management suite
Firewalls

Check Point to acquire Veriti, boosting threat management suite

Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, enhancing threat exposure and risk management with AI-driven, multi-vendor defence integrated into its Infinity Platform.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
NetFoundry launches updated security platform for OT use
Cloud Security

NetFoundry launches updated security platform for OT use

NetFoundry unveils an enhanced operational technology security platform aimed at bolstering critical infrastructure protection across multiple environments.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
AI-enhanced security tools unveiled by Check Point Software
Malware

AI-enhanced security tools unveiled by Check Point Software

Check Point Software Technologies has introduced AI-powered security upgrades to combat a surge in cyberattacks across the Asia-Pacific region, averaging 2,915 weekly attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2025
Tata Communications launches SASE for global enterprises
Network Infrastructure

Tata Communications launches SASE for global enterprises

Tata Communications has launched a unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) for global enterprises, offering enhanced security, performance, and cost savings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Tata Communications unveils CloudLyte for optimised edge computing
Unified Communications

Tata Communications unveils CloudLyte for optimised edge computing

Tata Communications unveils CloudLyte, an automated edge computing platform designed to support businesses in a data-driven, hyperconnected world, offering quick deployment and scalability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024

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Check Point unveils AI-powered upgrades for security platform
Data Protection

Check Point unveils AI-powered upgrades for security platform

Check Point Software Technologies has launched AI-powered enhancements to its Infinity Platform, aiming to bolster zero trust and streamline security amidst rising cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion
Digital Transformation

Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion

Equinix is investing USD $65 million to establish its first data centre in Chennai, enhancing its presence in India's booming digital infrastructure market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Australia unprepared for cybersecurity threats, says Cisco study
Ransomware

Australia unprepared for cybersecurity threats, says Cisco study

Cisco's recent study reveals a stark cyber-preparedness gap in Australia as only 1% of organisations are equipped to tackle emerging cyber threats, despite 69% fearing a debilitating cyber incident within two years.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
Colt Technology completes USD $1.8b billion acquisition of Lumen's EMEA business
Network Infrastructure

Colt Technology completes USD $1.8b billion acquisition of Lumen's EMEA business

Colt Technology finalises its $1.8bn acquisition of Lumen's EMEA business, boosting its global telecoms reach.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Nov 2023