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AEM Networks rebrands amid growing AI testing demands
Network Infrastructure

AEM Networks rebrands amid growing AI testing demands

As AI workloads strain bandwidth and reliability, the renamed unit is widening its testing range to cover faster, more software-defined networks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Last month
Forrester tips AI-native clouds & digital workers by 2026
Robotics

Forrester tips AI-native clouds & digital workers by 2026

Forrester predicts AI-native clouds will reap USD $20 billion and digital workers will reshape enterprise software and development by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 16th Dec 2025
WolfVision introduces VZ-2.UHD visualiser for schools
Network Infrastructure

WolfVision introduces VZ-2.UHD visualiser for schools

Amber Technology has unveiled the WolfVision VZ-2.UHD Visualiser, a cutting-edge device designed to enhance classroom learning with 4K UHD imaging.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Canon launches secure imageFORMULA DR-S350NW scanner for hybrid work
Data Protection

Canon launches secure imageFORMULA DR-S350NW scanner for hybrid work

Canon Europe launches the imageFORMULA DR-S350NW, a secure A4 desktop scanner, enhancing agility and efficiency for businesses through innovative features.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
Dynabook unveils new E11 Series laptops for schools in ANZ
EduTech

Dynabook unveils new E11 Series laptops for schools in ANZ

Dynabook launches the E11 Series laptops for ANZ schools, featuring Windows 11 Pro Education and durable, hybrid-friendly designs starting at AUD $700.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
PPDS unveils 13-inch Philips Tableaux 4150 ePaper display
Network Infrastructure

PPDS unveils 13-inch Philips Tableaux 4150 ePaper display

PPDS has launched the Philips Tableaux 4150, a new 13-inch ePaper display with Android SoC, aimed at enhancing digital signage for various industries.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
Ditto partners with ANA to revolutionise in-flight connectivity
Network Infrastructure

Ditto partners with ANA to revolutionise in-flight connectivity

Ditto partners with All Nippon Airways to deploy its edge sync platform on all international flights by summer 2024, enhancing in-flight digital services.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Fortinet launches Wi-Fi 7 integrated secure networking solution
Firewalls

Fortinet launches Wi-Fi 7 integrated secure networking solution

Fortinet unveils the industry's first integrated, Wi-Fi 7 secure networking solution, offering increased speed, capacity, and enterprise-grade AI-powered security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
HammondCare bolsters IT infrastructure with Paessler PRTG's proactive monitoring
Storage

HammondCare bolsters IT infrastructure with Paessler PRTG's proactive monitoring

Australia's HammondCare upgrades IT infrastructure with Paessler's proactive monitoring, streamlining aged-care service provision.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2023
Renesas to acquire IoT company Sequans through tender offer
Unified Communications

Renesas to acquire IoT company Sequans through tender offer

The acquisition will enable Renesas to extend its IoT solution offerings and expand its reach in the WAN, LAN, and PAN market.

By Gaurav Sharma • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Aug 2023
Extreme Networks named leader in Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure fourth year running
Network Infrastructure

Extreme Networks named leader in Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure fourth year running

Extreme Networks recognized as a Leader by Gartner in the Magic Quadrant for Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure for the fourth consecutive year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Nov 2021
Aruba marks 15 years as Leader in W/LAN Magic Quadrant
Network Infrastructure

Aruba marks 15 years as Leader in W/LAN Magic Quadrant

The HPE company was furthest in Vision of all vendors in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Wired and Wireless LAN Access Infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2020
Juniper Networks & Netcracker roll out enterprise service automation offering
Network Infrastructure

Juniper Networks & Netcracker roll out enterprise service automation offering

Juniper Networks and Netcracker Technology have developed an automation solution for network management, supporting service providers and enterprise customers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2020
CommScope named Gartner Customers' Choice for LAN tech
Network Infrastructure

CommScope named Gartner Customers' Choice for LAN tech

CommScope's Ruckus portfolio has been acclaimed as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for exceptional Wired and Wireless LAN Access Infrastructure.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2020

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D-Link taps Dicker Data to grow converged security reach
Network Infrastructure

D-Link taps Dicker Data to grow converged security reach

D-Link Australia appoints Dicker Data as distributor to expand converged security reach via DAS, targeting installers and IT resellers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026
Hammer partners with iQuila to deliver secure unified networking
Unified Communications

Hammer partners with iQuila to deliver secure unified networking

Hammer Distribution partners with iQuila to offer secure, software-defined Ethernet overlay networking across diverse connections in the UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2025
Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services
Firewalls

Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services

Telesmart joins New Zealand's AoG Marketplace, offering secure network management services meeting strict government security standards for public sector use.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025