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GSBN blockchain platform goes live, built in collaboration with Oracle, Microsoft and Alibaba Cloud
Public Cloud

GSBN blockchain platform goes live, built in collaboration with Oracle, Microsoft and Alibaba Cloud

Global Shipping Business Network's blockchain platform has officially gone live to accelerate digital transformation in the global trade sector.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Sep 2021
Microsoft partnership to explore how cloud, AI and machine learning can be used in space
Space Technologies

Microsoft partnership to explore how cloud, AI and machine learning can be used in space

Microsoft partners with Australian Institute for Machine Learning to explore advanced cloud computing, AI, computer vision and machine learning in space.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Sep 2021
Katana Technologies and Orca Security form partnership with eye on compliance
Public Cloud

Katana Technologies and Orca Security form partnership with eye on compliance

The partnership will enrich Katana Technologies' public cloud visibility, with a primary aim to improve compliance on its IT service offerings.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Sep 2021
Qlik named as Challenger in Gartner MQ for Data Integration Tools for 6th consecutive year
Data Analytics

Qlik named as Challenger in Gartner MQ for Data Integration Tools for 6th consecutive year

Acording to Qlik chief product officer James Fisher, the company's data integration platform helps to create, automate and manage analytics data pipelines.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Sep 2021
DDLS expands into NZ with $17m acquisition of Auldhouse
Microsoft

DDLS expands into NZ with $17m acquisition of Auldhouse

Australia's largest ICT training provider has acquired its New Zealand counterpart in a deal with $17 million.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Sep 2021
Bad bots make up 40% of all traffic - the increase of automated attacks
Firewalls

Bad bots make up 40% of all traffic - the increase of automated attacks

Barracuda's new report reveals that bad bots make up almost 40% of internet traffic, emphasizing the need to detect and block these malicious bots.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
Accenture and Avanade named Leaders in IDC Microsoft implementation assessment
Microsoft

Accenture and Avanade named Leaders in IDC Microsoft implementation assessment

Because of the tight integration between Accenture and Avanade's capabilities for Microsoft services, the two companies were evaluated as a single entity.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
Databricks officially valued at $38 billion following latest funding round
Artificial Intelligence

Databricks officially valued at $38 billion following latest funding round

Databricks secures $1.6bn funding to accelerate innovation and adoption of the data lakehouse, reaching a $38bn valuation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021
New spear phishing detection and response service launched for Microsoft 365
Phishing

New spear phishing detection and response service launched for Microsoft 365

SlashNext has launched its Email Detection and Response service for Microsoft 365, aiming to detect targeted attacks with accuracy.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021
AusNet signs 5-year deal with Microsoft as it ramps up cloud and AI options
Data Analytics

AusNet signs 5-year deal with Microsoft as it ramps up cloud and AI options

Microsoft has announced a strategic partnership with AusNet Services, which has selected Azure as its preferred cloud platform.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Aug 2021
Why IaaS security should be a priority
Cloud Security

Why IaaS security should be a priority

Cloud infrastructure in IaaS is projected to see a 38.5% spending increase this year alone, making it one of the fastest-growing cloud services.

By Jonathan Andresen • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Aug 2021
Rackspace Technology transforms cloud security with new offering
Cloud Security

Rackspace Technology transforms cloud security with new offering

Rackspace Technology launches Rackspace Elastic Engineering for Security, offering customers access to a pod of experts to address cybersecurity challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Aug 2021
Commvault brings on new vice president for Metallic in APJ
Software-as-a-Service

Commvault brings on new vice president for Metallic in APJ

Commvault has appointed Kelly Chan as area VP for Metallic sales in APJ, responsible for expanding the portfolio and partnerships in the region.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Aug 2021
Fortinet: Visibility, control and resiliency across clouds and workloads
Firewalls

Fortinet: Visibility, control and resiliency across clouds and workloads

The advantages of a consistent security policy across all clouds and workloads, according to Jon McGettigan, Fortinet ANZ Regional Director.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Aug 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Accenture launches Microsoft practice in New Zealand
Partner Programmes

Accenture launches Microsoft practice in New Zealand

Accenture New Zealand has launched a Microsoft practice to provide local businesses with global expertise and technology consulting services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Sep 2021
Kiwi company DEFEND achieves world first with Microsoft
Partner Programmes

Kiwi company DEFEND achieves world first with Microsoft

New Zealand cybersecurity provider DEFEND is the first company worldwide to achieve all four Microsoft Advanced Specialisations, including Cloud Security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Sep 2021
Intergen selected to drive Microsoft Azure growth across NZ
Public Cloud

Intergen selected to drive Microsoft Azure growth across NZ

The two companies have signed a three-year partnership, which will enable Intergen to identify current and potential customers for the Azure platform.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
Microsoft partners with KPMG New Zealand - building on global $5 billion alliance
Public Cloud

Microsoft partners with KPMG New Zealand - building on global $5 billion alliance

Microsoft New Zealand has announced a local partnership with KPMG New Zealand, boosting innovation and digital transformation.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021