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Semperis expands in Australia after USD $125m funding
EduTech

Semperis expands in Australia after USD $125m funding

Semperis is expanding in Australia following a USD $125 million funding boost, targeting enhanced cyber resilience amid rising ransomware threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024

Global Stories

Prompt Security raises USD $18m for GenAI protection
Cloud Security

Prompt Security raises USD $18m for GenAI protection

Prompt Security has secured USD $18 million in a Series A funding round to enhance its platform aimed at safeguarding enterprises from generative AI threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
LogicMonitor secures USD $800m to advance AI initiatives
Software-as-a-Service

LogicMonitor secures USD $800m to advance AI initiatives

LogicMonitor has secured an investment of USD $800 million, raising its valuation to approximately USD $2.4 billion to enhance its AI-driven observability platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Snowflake unveils Hybrid Tables to unify data workloads
Marketing Technologies

Snowflake unveils Hybrid Tables to unify data workloads

Snowflake has unveiled Hybrid Tables, a feature of its Unistore platform that merges transactional and analytical data, enhancing enterprise data management.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Rubrik & Microsoft launch Azure Blob cyber solution
Storage

Rubrik & Microsoft launch Azure Blob cyber solution

Rubrik and Microsoft unveil a cyber resilience solution for Azure Blob Storage, enhancing data security and management in Australia and New Zealand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Trellix report reveals evolving ransomware ecosystem trends
EduTech

Trellix report reveals evolving ransomware ecosystem trends

Trellix's latest CyberThreat Report reveals a rapidly evolving ransomware landscape shaped by AI advancements and law enforcement actions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Twilio honours 16 startups in 2024 AI Searchlight Awards
Data Analytics

Twilio honours 16 startups in 2024 AI Searchlight Awards

Twilio has honoured 16 startups at the 2024 AI Startup Searchlight Awards for their innovative use of Twilio's tools to enhance customer engagement.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
OpenText launches Cloud Editions 24.4 with AI upgrades
Data Analytics

OpenText launches Cloud Editions 24.4 with AI upgrades

OpenText has launched Cloud Editions 24.4, introducing AI-driven tools to enhance enterprise workflows and multi-cloud connectivity at OpenText World 2024.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
The third industrial revolution: a new era for business and society
Unified Communications

The third industrial revolution: a new era for business and society

The Third Industrial Revolution, driven by AI and automation, promises to radically transform decision-making and redefine business operations globally.

By Paul Chan • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
GlobalLogic named leader in 2024 ISG AI services report
Data Science

GlobalLogic named leader in 2024 ISG AI services report

GlobalLogic has been named a Leader in the 2024 ISG Provider Lens Generative AI Services Report, showcasing its prowess in enabling generative AI integration.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

AI exacerbates cyber security worries in healthcare sector
Ransomware

AI exacerbates cyber security worries in healthcare sector

A recent study reveals 72% of healthcare organisations are worried about AI-related cyber threats, alongside employee disengagement in security training.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Skybox Security study reveals network management challenges
Network Infrastructure

Skybox Security study reveals network management challenges

A Skybox Security study reveals that network professionals waste nearly half their workweek on manual tasks, raising concerns over compliance and security risks.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
UK workers secretly using AI tools for an edge at work
EduTech

UK workers secretly using AI tools for an edge at work

A new study reveals 35% of UK workers covertly use AI to enhance their work, with younger staff finding it particularly beneficial for reducing stress.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
CommBox secures funding for AI expansion in Europe
Data Protection

CommBox secures funding for AI expansion in Europe

CommBox has raised GBP £12.3 million from PSG Equity to boost its AI technologies and expand its operations into new markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Concerns raised over accuracy of UK digital identity data
Data Protection

Concerns raised over accuracy of UK digital identity data

Human-rights charity Sex Matters warns that inaccuracies in UK government records about sex could jeopardise the Data Use and Access Bill's integrity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Northern Data selects startups for AI Accelerator programme
Generative AI

Northern Data selects startups for AI Accelerator programme

Northern Data Group has selected five startups for its first AI Accelerator, providing access to advanced GPU technology and industry mentorship.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Apricorn boosts storage in Aegis Secure Key 3NX line
Storage

Apricorn boosts storage in Aegis Secure Key 3NX line

Apricorn has expanded its Aegis Secure Key 3NX line, now offering hardware-encrypted USB drives with storage up to 512GB for enhanced data protection.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024