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Optimizely named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for fifth year
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For the fifth year in a row, Optimizely is acknowledged as a Leader in the prestigious 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant, demonstrating its commitment to shaping digital experience and innovation.
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Manufacturers pursue growth amid economic uncertainty
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There is a surge in digital maturity among manufacturers, with growing investments in innovative eCommerce business models and customer portals.
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China's B2B MNCs turn to social media for strategic outreach
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China's international B2B MNCs are using social media as a primary marketing channel, with 70% planning to increase their marketing budget in 2024, according to KAWO's recent report.
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LG modernises Sydney Dance Company with innovative tech upgrades
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LG Business Solutions partners with Sydney Dance Company to transform historic Walsh Bay Wharf Studios, integrating state-of-the-art display and sound technology to enhance visitor engagement.
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BigCommerce unveils Catalyst, next-gen storefront technology
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BigCommerce unveils Catalyst, a next-generation storefront technology set to transform the way brands and retailers operate headless storefronts.
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QX Lab AI unveils world-first hybrid GenAI in 100 languages
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QX Lab AI has released a breakthrough AGI service dubbed Ask QX, democratising AI via a multi-lingual platform with comprehensive Indian language coverage.
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Business payments outlook in 2024: The four macro trends in APAC
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Amid a shift towards integrated financial solutions, the Asia-Pacific region's business payment landscape is set for major changes.
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BT Group partners with Optiva for AI & blockchain integrated services
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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UK telecoms giant, BT Group, launches AI and blockchain services in collaboration with cloud specialist, Optiva, targeting banking, healthcare and insurance sectors.
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Liz Oakes joins Mangopay's board as Non-Executive Director
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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Liz Oakes, former Mastercard executive and payments industry veteran, joins the board of Mangopay, the payment infrastructure provider, as Non-Executive Director, as the firm embarks on a growth phase across Europe.
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Alioth partners with Alibaba.com to boost European SMEs' global reach
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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London-based consultancy, Alioth, has partnered with Alibaba.com to expand small and medium-sized European businesses' global footprints, leveraging online B2B marketplaces.
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TRAPO partners with impact.com to amplify digital presence
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Malaysia's automotive accessories brand, TRAPO, collaborates with partnership management giant impact.com to amplify its digital presence and strengthen its marketing strategy.
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ADP & Convera partnership offers global end-to-end payroll services
Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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ADP partners with global payments fintech Convera to offer global end-to-end payroll services, simplifying complex processes.
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Ping Identity & ForgeRock lead in Gartner's 2023 Access Management Quadrant
Wed, 22nd Nov 2023
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Ping Identity's PingOne Cloud Platform and ForgeRock Identity Cloud named Leaders in Gartner's 2023 Access Management Quadrant.
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Spryker collaborates with Vertex for automated tax tech solutions
Tue, 14th Nov 2023
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Digital commerce entity, Spryker, teams up with global provider of tax tech solutions, Vertex, to offer scalable, automated tax services.
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Progress launches Sitefinity 15 with integrated GenAI for content personalisation
Thu, 9th Nov 2023
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Progress launches Sitefinity 15, embedding GenAI to aid marketers in generating personalised content at scale.
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Exclusive: The driving force behind Canon's continued success in NZ
Thu, 9th Nov 2023
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Founded in 1939, Canon has become a global leader in imaging technology and a household name for its printing solutions.
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Hootsuite's harmony-themed campaign disrupts B2B marketing norms
Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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Hootsuite challenges B2B marketing norms with a disruptive, harmony-themed creative campaign to transform product launches.
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EasyDMARC launches EasySender to improve email deliverability amidst rising cyber threats
Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
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EasyDMARC introduces EasySender, an innovative platform aimed at boosting email deliverability and sender reputation.
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Gartner recognises Antavo as a top loyalty programme vendor
Sun, 15th Oct 2023
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Antavo, the loyalty platform, has been recognised in the Gartner Market Guide for Loyalty programme Vendors for 2023.
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Fidelity introduces VR shopping, leading eCommerce in Australia
Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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Australian VR company Fidelity is revolutionizing online shopping with virtual experiences and major retail partnerships.
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Trustwave SpiderLabs releases report on financial services industry
Thu, 12th Oct 2023
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Trustwave SpiderLabs releases report on cyber threats facing financial services sector, equipping organisations with mitigation strategies.
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ALIAVIA Ventures raises $13.5M fund for female-led startups
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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ALIAVIA Ventures nets AU$13.5m to back female-led technology firms in Australia and the US, closing a funding gap.
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Alibaba.com launches suite of next-gen B2B sourcing tools
Tue, 12th Sep 2023
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Alibaba.com has unveiled a suite of new products and enhancements to existing sourcing tools during its first Co-Create conference.
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Capterra finds AI tools far from being commonplace in HR
Wed, 2nd Aug 2023
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AI in HR: SMEs need to do more to integrate the technology while addressing concerns of transparency and ethics, according to a Capterra study.