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Global Stories

Acquisition stories

Rimini Street's VMware support gains global traction

Rimini Street has reported a surge in global clients opting for its VMware support services, enabling them to extend the life of their VMware licenses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

AI Security

Patrick Morley joins Bugcrowd board after Carbon Black success

Patrick Morley, ex-CEO of Carbon Black, joins Bugcrowd's board as the company grows, securing USD $102 million funding and 130 new customers in 2024's first half.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

Financial Systems

Xero acquires Syft Analytics for USD $70 million

Xero acquires Syft Analytics for up to USD $70 million to boost its global analytics, reporting, and benchmarking capabilities for small businesses and accountants.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Human Capital Management

Vertiv appoints Frank Poncheri as new CHRO

Vertiv has named Frank Poncheri as Chief Human Resources Officer, with a mission to strengthen the company's culture and strategic priorities.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Multi-factor authentication

ColorTokens acquires PureID to enhance Xshield capabilities

ColorTokens acquires PureID to enhance its Xshield Microsegmentation Platform with advanced identity-based segmentation, boosting security for IoT, cloud, and user environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024

Data Protection

Cloudera's AI play is all about data, leveraging a decade of experience

Cloudera is enhancing its AI strategy by capitalising on over a decade of data expertise, aiming to streamline AI integration for enterprises globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024

AIOps

Ericsson launches enterprise 5G portfolio for efficiency boost

Ericsson has unveiled an Enterprise 5G portfolio to accelerate 5G adoption in businesses, offering private and neutral host solutions for enhanced connectivity and efficiency.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024

Google

Trading app downloads surge 47% year-on-year in 2024

Trading app downloads soar by 47% in 2024, with 7.3 million new users added, reports SplitMetrics. Trade Republic leads new user gains, Robinhood tops lifetime downloads.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024

Software-as-a-Service

ECI Software appoints Ray Wizbowski as new chief marketing officer

ECI Software Solutions appoints Ray Wizbowski as chief marketing officer, to drive brand growth and enhance customer engagement.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024

Artificial Intelligence

SAP Concur highlights complexities in return on investment in AI

Businesses must navigate complexities to unlock the ROI in AI and automation, focusing on data management, security, and strategic implementation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

Data Privacy

Oracle & Imagene launch CanvOI to advance cancer research

Oracle and Imagene launch CanvOI, a pan-cancer model on Oracle Cloud, aiming to revolutionise global cancer diagnosis and treatment with AI-driven oncology intelligence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

Software-as-a-Service

SugarCRM appoints David Roberts as new CEO amidst changes

SugarCRM appoints David Roberts as new CEO, succeeding Craig Charlton. Roberts to drive global growth and innovation as Charlton becomes Chairman.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Acquisition stories

Software-as-a-Service

Verne appoints Jensen as new Head of Marketing

Verne appoints Anne Katrine Vestergaard Jensen as Head of Marketing to bolster its sustainable data centre services across Northern Europe amidst rising demand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Digital marketing

Rome2Rio welcomes Wendy Olson Killion as new CEO

Rome2Rio names travel industry veteran Wendy Olson Killion as new CEO to spearhead its vision for global trip planning and platform growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Westpac

Swoop buys 16.99% of Vonex, proposes higher acquisition price

Swoop acquires a 16.99% stake in Vonex at AUD $0.04 per share, positioning itself as a superior contender against Maxo Telecommunications' offer.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024

BlueChip Infotech

Access4 acquires Channel UC to boost cloud communications

Access4 acquires Channel UC to bolster cloud communications, expanding its portfolio and partner base. Channel UC execs join Access4 to drive innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024

Cybersecurity

SQR acquired by SQRx to drive digital identity innovation

SQR has been acquired by UK-based SQRx, aiming to boost digital identity growth. Entrepreneur Grahame Chilton, SQRx's largest shareholder, sees it as a 'groundbreaking' move.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024

Network Infrastructure

WM5G expands Site Finder to boost UK mobile connectivity

WM5G expands its Site Finder service, targeting better mobile connectivity in underserved UK regions by promoting shared telecoms sites, accelerating infrastructure deployment.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024