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Cohesity appoints Vasu Murthy as Chief Product Officer

Cohesity has appointed Vasu Murthy as Senior Vice President and Chief Product Officer to enhance its data security portfolio amid substantial growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Proofpoint announces acquisition of DSPM firm Normalyze

Proofpoint is set to acquire Normalyze for an undisclosed sum, targeting enhanced data security through AI-driven DSPM technology by November 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Data Analytics

Dayforce named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Dayforce has been recognised as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites, marking its fifth consecutive year of achievement.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

High Performance Computing

HMC Capital acquires Global Switch Australia, promising growth

HMC Capital has acquired Global Switch Australia, a move set to reshape the region's data centre sector and enhance local investment and services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Unified Communications

Anchora achieves Adobe Journey Optimiser specialisation

Anchora has secured its position as the first agency in the Asia-Pacific to achieve Adobe Journey Optimiser Specialisation, enhancing client marketing success.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Firewalls

Acumen Cyber expands into Ireland with new appointments

Acumen Cyber expands into Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland with new team members, aiming for top five in managed security by 2028.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024

Artificial Intelligence

ANZ HR leaders take more strategic role than APJ counterparts

A recent study reveals HR leaders in Australia and New Zealand are embracing strategic roles to drive organisational change amid economic challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024

Document Management

NetDocuments unveils AI-driven document management system

NetDocuments has launched its Intelligent DMS, an advanced document management system integrating AI tools, aiming to streamline legal professionals' workflows.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

Human Capital Management

Australian executives question hiring despite HR spend

A survey by SmartRecruiters reveals that nearly a third of Australian executives doubt their hiring quality, despite vast recruitment investments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

Firewalls

Logpoint appoints Frank Koelmel as Chief Revenue Officer

Logpoint has named Frank Koelmel as its new Chief Revenue Officer, further solidifying its foothold in the European cybersecurity market.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

Entrepreneurship

Voluntas Group launches advisory firm for tech founders

Voluntas Group has launched Voluntas Elevate, an advisory firm designed to support underserved tech founders with growth, scaling, and funding needs.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

EduTech

D2L launches Creator+ with H5P for educators' toolkit

D2L has launched Creator+, featuring H5P integration, offering tools for personalised learning and advanced analytics for educators.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

Unified Communications

ABB's Stuart Thompson wins Future of Field Service award

Stuart Thompson of ABB Electrification Service has won a Future of Field Service 2024 Stand Out 50 Award for transforming the business into a USD $1.1 billion success.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

Payment Technologies

Sean Preston joins PG Investments as Head of Wealth

Sean Preston has been appointed Head of Wealth Partnerships at PG Investments, following his role as Chief Commercial Officer at Immersve.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Acquisition stories

Digital Transformation

Fujifilm Australia marks 20 years of innovation & growth

FUJIFILM Australia marks 20 years as part of the FUJIFILM Group, celebrating significant advancements in imaging and technology at Sydney Opera House.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

Data Analytics

Actica acquires Gemba Advantage to boost tech capabilities

Actica, supported by Sovereign Capital Partners, has acquired Gemba Advantage to strengthen its technology and cybersecurity capabilities for public sector clients.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Quor appoints Bruce Boytim as new Chief Executive Officer

Quor has appointed Bruce Boytim as its new CEO, bringing over 20 years of expertise in financial services and technology to lead the company.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

WeChat

Asian super apps growth slows but remain dominant

New research indicates that while Asian super apps dominate the market, user growth has slowed markedly, with 499 million projected for 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

Mergers and Acquisitions

ScaleWise acquires Pug & Bear to boost UK startup growth

ScaleWise has acquired Pug & Bear to combat declining UK startup graduation rates from Seed to Series A funding, which dropped from 12.5% to 4.5%.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024

Partner Programmes

Scaleup Mediafund invests in Naked Life & Settle Easy

Scaleup Mediafund has finalised investments in Naked Life and Settle Easy during its AUD $15 million funding round, focusing on media-for-equity support.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024