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STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India's digital growth
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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singapore
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investment
STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India’s data centre expansion, tripling its IT load capacity over the next 5-6 years amid rising digital demand.
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Toshiba Australia reports modest growth for the year ending March 2024
3 days ago
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investment
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financial results
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toshiba
Toshiba reports modest growth for the year ending March 2024, with steady revenue increases balancing rising operational costs and strategic investments.
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Aerospike sees 51% revenue boost in Q2 2024 with AI demand
3 days ago
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paas
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iaas
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ai
Aerospike reports a 51% revenue surge in Q2 2024, fuelled by rising demand for scalable AI solutions and bolstered by a $114m investment.
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Moneybox partners with Aurum Solutions to automate reconciliations
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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investment
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automation
Moneybox has partnered with Aurum Solutions to automate its reconciliation processes amid a 43% growth in assets.
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AI drives productivity with minimal job loss in New Zealand
4 days ago
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ai
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callaghan innovation
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productivity
AI is boosting productivity with minimal job loss in New Zealand, reveals new research by AI Forum NZ, Victoria University, and Callaghan Innovation.
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Outsource Group partners with Palo Alto Networks in Ireland
4 days ago
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firewalls
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
Outsource Group partners with Palo Alto Networks, becoming the exclusive Cortex MSSP in Ireland. The deal could yield millions, strengthening cyber security offerings.
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Arrow Electronics & Citrix announce strategic distribution deal
4 days ago
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virtualisation
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citrix
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support
Arrow Electronics and Citrix have struck a strategic distribution deal to streamline Citrix license services across North America and EMEA, starting 1 October 2024.
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IDHL doubles office space in Leeds with new 10-year lease
6 days ago
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hcm
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investment
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digital marketing
IDHL moves into a 9,600 sq ft space at 10 South Parade, Leeds, with a new 10-year lease, doubling its office size to support its 400-strong workforce.
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Zendesk launches outcome-based pricing model for AI agents
Last week
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ai
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ai agents
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zendesk
Zendesk launches an outcome-based pricing model for its AI agents, aligning costs with resolved issues to enhance transparency and ensure tangible returns.
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How financial wellness programs can help companies save big
Last week
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hcm
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inflation
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support
Implementing financial wellness programs can help Australian companies save significantly by reducing absenteeism and staff turnover, boosting productivity.
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Unlocking AI: Strategic moves to revolutionise the food sector
Last week
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robots
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data analytics
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ai
Australia's food sector eyes AI to boost efficiency and transparency. While major firms embrace AI, smaller players need strategic guidance to leverage its benefits.
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SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding round
Last month
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cx
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martech
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ai
SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding led by Atinum Investment, pushing its total to USD $15 million to fuel global expansion and AI advancements.
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Fresha secures $31 million from J.P. Morgan for expansion
Last month
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martech
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cdp
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ai
Fresha secures a $31 million venture debt facility from J.P. Morgan to fuel expansion, enhance AI capabilities, and support new market entries.
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MicroLED revolution: The bright future of automotive displays and lighting
Last month
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cartech
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displays & projectors
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ar, vr & metaverse
MicroLED technology is set to revolutionise the automotive industry with brighter, more durable, and energy-efficient displays and lighting, enhancing both safety and efficiency in future vehicles.
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Easy Crypto launches new wallet for Australian investors
Last month
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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investment
Easy Crypto debuts a new wallet for Australian investors, simplifying crypto trading and storage for beginners with advanced security features.
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Kami reaches $300 million valuation with new US investment
Last month
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san francisco
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investment
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nz
New Zealand’s ed-tech star Kami secures major investment from Boston Ventures, boosting its valuation to $300 million and reaffirming its global ambitions.
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HSBC & Singlife top customer experience in Singapore study
Last month
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martech
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cx
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investment
HSBC and Singlife lead in customer experience in banking, investments, and insurance, says Forrester's 2024 Singapore CX Index.
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LG invests USD $10 million in SBVA’s Alpha Intelligence Fund
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ai
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investment
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san francisco
LG Electronics pledges USD $10 million to SBVA's Alpha Intelligence Fund, targeting AI and deep-tech startup growth and future business innovation.
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Exclusive: Rimini Street's CEO on navigating IT challenges
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investment
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rimini street
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melbourne
Rimini Street CEO Seth Ravin has discussed the company's rise and strategies to help clients optimise IT budgets amidst economic pressures.
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CVC acquires significant stake in global software firm Epicor
Last month
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saas
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data analytics
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erp
CD&R and CVC will co-own Epicor, a leader in enterprise SaaS, under a new agreement enhancing SaaS migration and global expansion; financial terms undisclosed.