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Crestchic opens Melbourne depot in Asia-Pacific push
Manufacturing

Crestchic opens Melbourne depot in Asia-Pacific push

The new local base aims to speed up commissioning and maintenance support as demand for load testing rises across Australia's data centre boom.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Infosys to modernise Valmet IT with AI-first model
Hybrid Cloud

Infosys to modernise Valmet IT with AI-first model

The deal is set to cut costs and speed issue resolution as Valmet shifts core IT operations onto an AI-led, cloud-based model.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026

Global Stories

Cloud stories

Kaseya opens Intelligence platform to Claude, Copilot
Software-as-a-Service

Kaseya opens Intelligence platform to Claude, Copilot

IT teams will be able to use Claude and Microsoft Copilot for real-time Kaseya workflows, with general release due in 2027.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Cegid launches retail one for speciality store chains
Software-as-a-Service

Cegid launches retail one for speciality store chains

Retail staff could spend less time juggling logins as Cegid brings sales, stock and customer tools into one interface.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
DE-CIX chief warns orbital data centres need networks
Network Infrastructure

DE-CIX chief warns orbital data centres need networks

Reliability, not raw compute, may decide whether orbital AI data centres can work, as DE-CIX says links to Earth remain the bigger hurdle.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Cloud202 launches Qubitz AI for cheaper business apps
Data Protection

Cloud202 launches Qubitz AI for cheaper business apps

Enterprises could cut AI app development costs by up to 80% as Cloud202 targets the gap between prototypes and secure production systems.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Basware named Forrester AP invoice automation leader
Software-as-a-Service

Basware named Forrester AP invoice automation leader

The recognition underscores rising demand for invoice tools that can meet tighter e-invoicing rules, cut fraud risk and support AI oversight.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Keeper launches secrets sync for multi-cloud credentials
Hybrid Cloud

Keeper launches secrets sync for multi-cloud credentials

The feature aims to prevent credential drift, a common multi-cloud risk that can leave AWS, Azure and Google Cloud secrets out of sync.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Direct-to-chip coolants market set for rapid growth
DataCentre infrastructure

Direct-to-chip coolants market set for rapid growth

Liquid cooling is gaining ground as AI data centres outgrow air systems, with the market forecast to hit USD $1.3 billion by 2032.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Databricks launches Genie One AI coworker for businesses
Customer Experience

Databricks launches Genie One AI coworker for businesses

Businesses can now query governed company data in natural language as Databricks expands its Genie suite to reduce errors and speed decisions.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Microsoft unveils Snapdragon X2 Surface Pro & Laptop
Hybrid Cloud

Microsoft unveils Snapdragon X2 Surface Pro & Laptop

New Surface models aim to give professionals longer battery life, faster graphics and mixed AI workflows across local and cloud computing.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026

Stories from Other Regions

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Dataiku launches Cobuild to speed governed AI projects
Software-as-a-Service

Dataiku launches Cobuild to speed governed AI projects

Enterprises can now turn plain-language requests into reviewable AI workflows, as Dataiku seeks to close the gap between prototypes and production.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
HSBC & Google Cloud expand AI across bank operations
Data Analytics

HSBC & Google Cloud expand AI across bank operations

The lender expects AI to speed fraud checks and staff support, while helping prioritise projects that could each deliver more than USD $100 million.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Akeneo buys PricingHUB to add pricing to Product Cloud
Software-as-a-Service

Akeneo buys PricingHUB to add pricing to Product Cloud

Retailers and brands could cut delays and inconsistencies as Akeneo folds pricing into its Product Cloud, widening its reach beyond product data.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Freedom joins Microsoft for Startups to boost pensions
Digital Transformation

Freedom joins Microsoft for Startups to boost pensions

The partnership gives the pensions technology firm access to AI tools and Azure credits as it targets stronger links with retirees.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Red Alpha names Neo Say Beng Chief Business Officer
Data Analytics

Red Alpha names Neo Say Beng Chief Business Officer

The appointment underscores Red Alpha's push to train workers who can bridge AI, operations and business needs as demand for hybrid talent grows.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
IDeaS sees rapid hotel uptake for broader software
Software-as-a-Service

IDeaS sees rapid hotel uptake for broader software

Hotel operators are shifting to joined-up planning tools as volatile demand and staffing pressure push software beyond room-rate management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026