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Black Pearl Group has appointed Max Polaczuk as Vice President of Artificial Intelligence, signalling a major shift towards an AI-centric business strategy.

The global semiconductor industry is set to reach $2 trillion annually within ten years, with the UK poised for significant growth, says NMI.

Intel has appointed George Chacko as General Manager for Sales, Marketing, and Communications in the SEANZ region, based in Singapore.

CrowdStrike has expanded its Accelerate partner programme, introducing new resources to bolster its global partner ecosystem in delivering robust cybersecurity solutions.

ASUS has unveiled the ultra-light Zenbook A14 in Australia and New Zealand, boasting revolutionary AI technology and a remarkable 32-hour battery life.

SiteMinder has appointed Mike Rogers as Chief Data Officer and Tomas Varsavsky as Chief Technology Officer to enhance its data strategy and technology stack.

As Syrenis marks its 25th anniversary, it announces key leadership appointments, aiming for expansion amidst rising data privacy demands in the tech industry.

Australian and New Zealand banks are investing billions in ICT, but the challenge remains: how to ensure these funds translate into tangible business value.

Rubrik has launched new upgrades to its cyber resilience solutions, enhancing data protection across cloud platforms and ensuring rapid recovery from cyber incidents.

Manulife reports that over 75% of its global workforce is now utilising its GenAI tools, including the newly launched ChatMFC, enhancing efficiency and innovation.

As AI transforms business operations globally, the need for robust infrastructure becomes paramount, driving organisations to rethink their technological strategies.

Marketing agencies in Asia are finding a competitive advantage in hiring GTM Engineers skilled in AI, transforming client outreach through hyper-personalised strategies.

HID's 2025 State of Security and Identity Report reveals a major shift in security strategies, with 73% of leaders prioritising mobile credentials and AI-driven solutions.

The Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute partners with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to enhance cancer research with advanced storage technology.

2degrees has partnered with AST SpaceMobile to improve mobile coverage in New Zealand via satellite technology, with services expected to start in 2026.

Boomi has unveiled Boomi AI Studio, a management platform designed to help enterprises effectively manage AI agents while ensuring security and compliance.

Avalara has secured a place in G2's 2025 Best Software Awards, celebrated for the third time in the Best Accounting and Finance Products category.

Microsoft has unveiled two new AI agents to boost sales efficiency, allowing teams to focus on closing high-margin deals while improving customer outreach.

Keepit’s latest report underscores the vital role of data governance in enhancing cyber resilience amid rising AI usage and cybersecurity threats.

Trintech has announced record sales bookings for fiscal year 2025, marked by a growing global customer base, including a new Fortune 50 client.