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Mid-sized firms hit hardest by unauthorised data access
Data Protection

Mid-sized firms hit hardest by unauthorised data access

Mid-sized businesses are facing the sharpest exposure, with four in 10 reporting sensitive data access by unauthorised identities in the past year.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Today
Planet & YouLend launch fast SME funding in Europe
Fintech

Planet & YouLend launch fast SME funding in Europe

Eligible merchants in seven countries will get decisions within hours and funding within 48 hours through their existing Planet software.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Meta survey finds most Asia-Pacific small firms use AI
Data Privacy

Meta survey finds most Asia-Pacific small firms use AI

The findings suggest many smaller firms are already using AI to lift productivity, but training costs and know-how remain major barriers.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
xTool launches Color Cutter for craft makers market
Small Business

xTool launches Color Cutter for craft makers market

Home crafters and small sellers could save time and material as xTool folds printing, scanning and blade cutting into one desktop machine.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Yesterday
Sole to launch in New Zealand targeting sole traders
Construction

Sole to launch in New Zealand targeting sole traders

New Zealand's sole traders are set to get a dedicated app as rising accounting software prices push demand for cheaper admin tools.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Today
Oracle & OpenAI expand partnership with new business tools
Enterprise Resource Planning

Oracle & OpenAI expand partnership with new business tools

The expanded tie-up gives businesses new AI tools for workflows, app building and security testing, while smaller firms get a free-to-start bundle.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Yesterday
Netgear launches cloud-managed security gateway for SMEs
Virtual Private Networks

Netgear launches cloud-managed security gateway for SMEs

Smaller branches can now add cloud-managed security from NETGEAR at USD $349.99, with the first year of Exium service included.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
Backbase launches Delivery Factory to speed bank projects
DevOps

Backbase launches Delivery Factory to speed bank projects

The tool aims to cut bank delivery times and reduce rework by linking AI agents to agreed requirements, design and code from the outset.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 2 days ago
WatchGuard deepens Fiji tie-up with Datec after gold status
Data Protection

WatchGuard deepens Fiji tie-up with Datec after gold status

More Fijian businesses will gain access to managed cybersecurity services as WatchGuard strengthens local support through Datec's Gold Partner status.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Netrio launches cybersecurity services for mid-market
Endpoint Protection

Netrio launches cybersecurity services for mid-market

Mid-sized firms can now buy round-the-clock monitoring, compliance and advisory support from one provider as staffing shortages widen cyber risk.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Squarespace partners with Titan on small business email
Software-as-a-Service

Squarespace partners with Titan on small business email

The new offer gives entrepreneurs a branded inbox from $3 a month, as Squarespace adds email to its websites and domain bundle.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago

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ApprovalMax launches bill pay workflow for QuickBooks
Xero

ApprovalMax launches bill pay workflow for QuickBooks

US finance teams can now approve and pay vendor bills in one system, reducing manual handoffs and tightening audit trails for QuickBooks users.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Netgear launches cloud-managed security gateway for SMBs
Virtual Private Networks

Netgear launches cloud-managed security gateway for SMBs

Small offices can now get cloud-delivered security and dual-WAN failover from one console, with the first year included for APAC buyers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Yesterday
ERP event shows firms need basics before AI adoption
Manufacturing

ERP event shows firms need basics before AI adoption

Businesses were urged to fix data, processes and governance first, as AI in ERP was shown to depend on stronger operational basics.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 2 days ago
Bizcap lifts Fast Business Loan limit to AUD $1 million
Small Business

Bizcap lifts Fast Business Loan limit to AUD $1 million

Eligible Australian SMEs can now access unsecured funding of up to AUD $1 million as demand for faster, larger loans grows.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 2 days ago
PostCrewly launches free sample social content for SMEs
Social Media

PostCrewly launches free sample social content for SMEs

Small business owners can now trial branded social posts before paying, as the service targets time-poor SMEs with ready-made content.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Canadian small business owners turn to personal credit
Small Business

Canadian small business owners turn to personal credit

One in four owners are putting homes and savings at risk as tight cash flow pushes them to back their firms with personal credit.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • 3 days ago
ScotlandIS launches 2027 awards with new skills category
Artificial Intelligence

ScotlandIS launches 2027 awards with new skills category

Applications are open as organisers seek entrants that can demonstrate measurable impact on talent development in Scotland's digital sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 3 days ago