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Google buys enterprise cloud file storage firm Elastifile

Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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public cloud
Google boosts its cloud file storage with the acquisition of Elastifile, promising enhanced support for enterprise digital transformation by late 2019.
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Druva acquires hybrid cloud data protection firm

Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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data protection
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Druva has acquired hybrid cloud data protection firm CloudLanes to enhance its edge-to-cloud capabilities, making data more accessible and secure.
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Voice control to account for one-third of smart home market

Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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Interoperability with the platforms that support voice control devices is vital for OEMs and service providers.
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IDC names Cognizant Leader for AI services

Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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The MarketScape report praises the company's high-touch customer service approach, value for fee paid, and broad range of AI services and platforms.
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How NetApp aims to dominate hybrid multicloud

Mon, 1st Jul 2019
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NetApp announces new solutions and services for customers to adopt and consume cloud on their terms, delivering a seamless hybrid multicloud experience.
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Veritas launches enterprise data services platform

Mon, 24th Jun 2019
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data analytics
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Veritas Technologies has launched the Enterprise Data Services Platform, powered by NetBackup 8.2, to simplify enterprise IT.
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Broadband access equipment revenue dips to $2.9B

Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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cable
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broadband
Global broadband access equipment revenue fell 2% Y/Y in 1Q 2019 to USD $2.9 billion, driven by a decrease in CCAP spending, reports Dell'Oro Group.
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Smartwatches drive wearables market, up 55%

Thu, 6th Jun 2019
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apple
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samsung
Ongoing demand fuels a strong growth trajectory for wearable devices in Q1 2019 with wrist-worn and ear-worn leading the market, according to IDC.
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How SUSE plans to help customers innovate, compete and grow

Wed, 22nd May 2019
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edge computing
SUSE introduces SUSE Enterprise Storage 6, its software-defined storage solution, offering enhanced cloud and data protection capabilities.
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Tech Data dives into analytics & IoT solution offerings

Thu, 9th May 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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iot
This week, the company launched its Analytics and IoT solution factory, which expands on offerings available through its Cloud Solution Factory.
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Acronis opens up Cyber Platform after 16 years

Fri, 26th Apr 2019
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cybersecurity
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software development
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acronis
After 16 years, Acronis opens its Cyber Platform, inviting third-party developers to enhance its cyber protection solutions and drive new revenue opportunities.
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Veeam reports double-digit Q1 growth

Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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virtualisation
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multi-cloud
We are now focussed on an aggressive strategy to help businesses transition to cloud with Backup and Cloud Data Management solutions.
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Gartner: foldable phones could give device market new life

Tue, 9th Apr 2019
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mobility
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PC shipments are set to decline by 0.6% in 2019, while mobile phone market is expected to return to growth in 2020, according to Gartner.
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IDC: Smart home market only getting stronger

Tue, 2nd Apr 2019
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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google
Smart speakers have moved into people's homes and are ready to pay off as smart networks begin to spread throughout the household.
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Gartner: Augmented retail shopping a reality by next year

Tue, 2nd Apr 2019
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retailtech
Augmented reality and virtual reality will rely on 5G to change the customer experience inside and outside retail stores.
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APAC manufacturing nearly at an AI tipping point

Tue, 2nd Apr 2019
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manufacturing
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data analytics
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martech
Soon, manufacturers who have not kept up with the advances in AI technologies will be vastly outstripped by those that have.
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Talend named a Gartner MQ leader for data quality tools

Mon, 1st Apr 2019
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data analytics
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planning
Talend has been named a leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Data Quality tools for the second year running, underscoring its vision and execution.
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Traditional IT infrastructure spending surpasses cloud – for now

Fri, 29th Mar 2019
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
Traditional IT infra spending surged past cloud in late 2018, despite cloud IT revenue growth hitting USD $16.8 billion. Will cloud reclaim the lead?.
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IDC: Innovative wearable use cases drive double-digit growth

Wed, 20th Mar 2019
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wearables
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smart home
Wristbands are set to lose their dominance as hearables and industrial applications keep the wearables market moving forward.
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Massive AI market growth to be driven by retail, banking

Wed, 13th Mar 2019
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Spending on AI will hit close to US$36 billion with retail leading the way, followed by banking, according to IDC.