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Asia Pacific sees AI investment surge to USD $45 billion in 2024
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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New research reveals 43% of organisations in the Asia Pacific plan to boost AI investments by over 20% next year, highlighting a strategic divide.
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Observability cuts outage costs for ANZ businesses in 2024
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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A new report reveals ANZ businesses face outage costs of USD $2.2 million per hour, highlighting the critical need for full-stack observability in 2024.
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Infosys report shows rising cloud spending in telecoms
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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A report by Infosys reveals that telecom firms are set to increase cloud spending, with 77% of executives deeming migration efforts highly effective.
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Genesys appoints Albert Nel as APAC sales leader
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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Genesys has appointed Albert Nel as Senior Vice President for APAC, bringing over 20 years of tech experience to spearhead sales strategies in the region.
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Symbio launches AI-based Scam Shield to tackle scam calls
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Symbio Holdings has launched Scam Shield, an AI system designed to enhance scam detection in voice and messaging services, starting in Australia.
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GoCardless appoints new MD for international expansion
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Alexandra Chiaramonti has been appointed Managing Director of GoCardless's international operations to drive global growth, particularly in APAC regions.
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WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.
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WatchGuard reveals new malware trends in Q2 2024 report
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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WatchGuard's Q2 2024 Internet Security Report reveals new malware threats dominating the landscape, with 74% targeting Chromium-based browsers.
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How observability helps telcos deliver next-gen user experiences
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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As telcos strive to meet evolving consumer demands, the rise of observability tools is crucial for enhancing digital customer experiences in the 5G era.
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Proofpoint achieves IRAP certification for email security
Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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Proofpoint has achieved IRAP certification for its email protection services, ensuring compliance with Australian government security standards amid rising cyber threats.
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Smartsheet names Helen Masters as APJ Managing Director
Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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Smartsheet has appointed Helen Masters as Managing Director of APJ to drive growth in the Asia Pacific, leveraging her 25 years of software experience.
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Cybersecurity tops risks for TMT sectors in 2024 report
Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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A new WTW report reveals that 51% of media and telecoms firms cite cybersecurity as a top concern, amid rising AI-related threats and regulatory pressures.
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Teleperformance opens new multilingual hub in Bali
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Teleperformance has launched a new multilingual hub in Bali, Indonesia, aiming to bolster customer service for clients in the Asia Pacific region.
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TDCX Malaysia wins Frost & Sullivan award for 2023
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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TDCX Malaysia has won the Frost & Sullivan Company of the Year award for the second time, recognising its excellence in growth and innovation.
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Zendesk unveils AI-powered tools to enhance customer service
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Zendesk has unveiled a range of AI-powered tools to enhance customer service, including a voice solution in partnership with Poly.ai for improved interactions.
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Vudoo appoints Drew Perry as Managing Director for APAC
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Vudoo has appointed Drew Perry as Managing Director for Asia Pacific, marking a significant growth phase for the advertising commerce technology company.
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AI raises cybersecurity concerns in Asia Pacific region
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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A Cloudflare study reveals 41% of cybersecurity leaders in Asia Pacific faced data breaches last year, amid growing fears over AI's role in such incidents.
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NetApp appoints Ganesan Arumugam as APAC Senior Director
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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NetApp has appointed Ganesan Arumugam as Senior Director for APAC Channel Sales & Alliances, aiming to enhance its partner strategy across the region.
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Camille Evans joins Gallagher Security in senior role
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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Gallagher Security has appointed Camille Evans as Senior Business Development Manager for Victoria and Tasmania, enhancing its sales team amid significant growth.
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Phosphorus expands into APJ with new leadership appointments
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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Phosphorus is enhancing its presence in the Asia Pacific and Japan region, appointing Brett Raphael and Alex Nehmy to lead its expansion efforts.