Australian Stories

Tech Data to launch IaaS platform with Dell, Macquarie

Cloud by Tech Data provides a variety of capabilities, including disaster recovery, data backup, data centre expansion and scale-out storage.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2020

Clean technologies

New study looks at tech disruption and skills gap in Australia's transport sector

New study to map emerging skills gaps and training needs in Australia's transport sector disrupted by technology and impacted by COVID-19.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Oct 2020

Digital Entertainment

Huawei launches world's first True Wireless Stereo earphones in Australia

Huawei has announced the Australian launch of its latest flagship True Wireless Stereo earphones, the HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Oct 2020

Global Stories

DataCentre infrastructure

Southeast Asia to be fastest-growing data center region - report

Southeast Asia projected to be fastest-growing region for data centers, with 89% of experts expecting significant growth in the next five years, says study.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2020

AR, VR & Metaverse

AR, VR and 3D tech boost consumer confidence in online purchases - report

The report found that 47% of global consumers acknowledged that immersive technologies made them feel more connected with products while shopping online.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2020

Unified Communications

Data#3 first in ANZ to gain Dell Cloud Platform certification

DTCP certification holders are accredited to implement and manage cloud and hyper-converged solutions across the Dell Technologies portfolio.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2020

DataCentre infrastructure

Frost & Sullivan recognises Digital Realty's APAC innovation

Digital Realty has scooped the 2020 Competitive Strategy Innovation and Leadership Award for the Asia Pacific data center industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Nov 2020

Ingram Micro

Ingram Micro's Global ONE event goes online

On 4 and 5 November, Ingram Micro Global ONE will focus on the theme of 'Winning Together with A Partnership Based Approach to IT Distribution'.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2020

Customer Relationship Management

Over the Wire brings Zintel back to ANZ

The brand has returned due to the acquisition of J2 Global to provide customers with communications solutions that meet the needs of work-from-home.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2020

Multi-cloud

Tecala hits Gold status with NetApp

Will be able to access rebates, product and services training, gain certification benefits and attend virtual and physical conferences.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2020

Malware

IDC survey: Nearly 1/3 of data-ransomed businesses pay up

A Rubrik-commissioned ANZ survey by IDC finds that despite only 6% saying they would pay ransomware attackers, the reality is quite different.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Oct 2020

Hybrid & Remote Work

Cisco report: Remote working is here to stay, making cybersecurity a top priority

Asia Pacific companies face the highest increase in cyber threat alerts during mass remote working, says new Cisco report.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Oct 2020

Firewalls

TNS launches new retailer-focused secure SD-WAN offering

Transaction Network Services (TNS) has launched its new TNS Secure SD-WAN offering in partnership with Fortinet, the enterprise security provider.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Oct 2020

Infrastructure-as-a-Service

blueAPACHE extends HPE strategic partnership with IaaS platform offering

blueAPACHE extends partnership with HPE for cloud refresh, boosting performance of its IaaS platform and offering flexible pay-as-you-go pricing.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Oct 2020

Unified Communications

Huawei launches latest productivity tool to NZ enterprise market

Huawei launches IdeaHub Pro in New Zealand to boost collaboration and productivity in offices, with sizes of 65-inch and 86-inch.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Oct 2020

Hyperscale

Global Switch extends leadership team with two new appointments

Global Switch bolsters senior management team with two new appointments to support growth strategy and global expansion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Oct 2020

Data Analytics

Contentsquare expands ANZ presence with new offices in Melbourne and Sydney

Contentsquare has stated its plans to extend growth in the APAC region with the launch of four offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Tokyo and Singapore.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Oct 2020

Stories from Other Regions

IBM

David Hook appointed as new country leader for IBM NZ

IBM has named David Hook as the new country leader for IBM New Zealand, replacing Mike Smith who is retiring after four years in the role.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2020

DevOps

OSS Group achieves AWS DevOps competency

New Zealand IT provider OSS Group aims to help businesses improve during the pandemic by adopting a DevOps approach, increasing efficiency and innovation.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Oct 2020

Microsoft

Rackspace Technology opens new Singapore office

Rackspace Technology expands Singapore operations, doubling office space and planning 25% increase in headcount.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Oct 2020