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Talend hires its first global CISO, Anne Hardy

Fri, 24th Jan 2020
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Anne Hardy joins Talend as its first global CISO, tasked with fortifying security as the data integration company aims for USD $1 billion in revenue.
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VMware eyes AI-based network analytics through Nyansa buyout

Wed, 22nd Jan 2020
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The addition of Nyansa's capabilities in artificial intelligence and machine learning will complement VMware's existing network and security portfolio.
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8x8 names three new global execs

Mon, 20th Jan 2020
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8x8 has appointed Marge Breya as EVP and CMO, Samuel Wilson as chief customer officer and EMEA MD, and Homero Salinas as global VP and commercial sales head.
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Veeam to be acquired for massive US$5 billion

Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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Insight Partners is set to buy Veeam Software for USD $5 billion, marking Veeam's shift to a U.S.-based leadership and boosting its move into hybrid cloud.
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Acronis makes strategic acquisition to strengthen security portfolio

Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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Acronis will integrate 5nine's technology into the Acronis Cyber Platform, making new services available through the Acronis Cyber Cloud Solutions portal.
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Gartner names SAI Global as IT Vendor Risk Management leader

Wed, 4th Dec 2019
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SAI Global feels the Gartner report confirms a competitive market with demand growing for cloud-first software solutions.
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UST Global expands presence with new Singapore office

Fri, 29th Nov 2019
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The new center will enable the company to expand its base in Asia and get closer to its growing pool of institutional investors.
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Cyxtera spins out cybersecurity business into AppGate

Tue, 12th Nov 2019
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AppGate brings together a set of differentiated cloud- and hybrid-ready security and analytics products and services.
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Proofpoint acquires insider threat management firm ObserveIT

Tue, 5th Nov 2019
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Proofpoint will hand over US$225 million as part of a new arrangement to acquire insider threat management platform ObserveIT.
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Fortinet buys out enSilo to bolster endpoint security portfolio

Mon, 4th Nov 2019
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Fortinet has acquired a US-based endpoint security company enSilo as the company continues to flesh out its global security solutions.
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Viva Energy appoints chief people and technology officer

Wed, 30th Oct 2019
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Amanda Fleming joins Viva Energy as Chief People & Tech Officer, set to spearhead innovation and talent strategy.
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Trend Micro acquires Cloud Conformity to expand capabilities

Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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Trend Micro has acquired Cloud Conformity to bolster its cloud security services, aiming to fix cloud infrastructure misconfigurations and ensure compliance.
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Microsoft & SAP to accelerate SAP S/4HANA adoption on Azure

Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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Microsoft partners with SAP to streamline SAP S/4HANA cloud migration on Azure, aiming to reduce costs and simplify transitions for enterprise customers.
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NTT adds new face to executive lineup

Wed, 16th Oct 2019
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Cocks will be responsible for leading its go-to-market practices, sales operations and partner relationships across the globe.
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AMS-IX deploys open networking with Pluribus Networks

Fri, 11th Oct 2019
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AMS-IX partners with Pluribus Networks to modernise its global multi-site network using open networking and SDN, enhancing performance and flexibility.
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Avaya co-builds specialised communications platform with nonprofit organisation

Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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The new platform helps make remote learning and virtual classrooms a reality and helps to enable high-quality video collaboration between staff and parents.
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Trustwave platform brings more visibility and control cloud security

Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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Trustwave unveils the Fusion platform, revolutionising cloud security with enhanced visibility and control for corporate and government environments.
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CrowdStrike establishes early-stage investment fund with Accel

Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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In partnership with Accel, CrowdStrike will co-invest in security startups that are building applications on the CrowdStrike Falcon platform.
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Broadcom set to own Symantec's enterprise security business for $10.7B

Wed, 14th Aug 2019
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Broadcom is set to acquire Symantec's enterprise security business for $10.7 billion, expanding its software offering as an infrastructure technology company.
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Digital Realty welcomes EMEA managing director

Tue, 13th Aug 2019
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Digital Realty has appointed Jeffrey Tapley as the permanent EMEA managing director, solidifying his role in leading their regional operations from London.