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Talend hires its first global CISO, Anne Hardy

Fri, 24th Jan 2020
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Anne Hardy joins Talend as its first global CISO, tasked with fortifying security as the data integration company aims for USD $1 billion in revenue.
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FireEye snaps up Cloudvisory, looks to extend cloud security offerings

Thu, 23rd Jan 2020
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FireEye acquires Cloudvisory to bolster cloud security offerings with enhanced multi-cloud monitoring and compliance tools, integrating them into FireEye Helix.
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VMware eyes AI-based network analytics through Nyansa buyout

Wed, 22nd Jan 2020
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The addition of Nyansa's capabilities in artificial intelligence and machine learning will complement VMware's existing network and security portfolio.
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Genesys promotes two senior executives in APAC

Tue, 21st Jan 2020
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Genesys has promoted its former Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) vice president to the new role of senior vice president of Asia Pacific.
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8x8 names three new global execs

Mon, 20th Jan 2020
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8x8 has appointed Marge Breya as EVP and CMO, Samuel Wilson as chief customer officer and EMEA MD, and Homero Salinas as global VP and commercial sales head.
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Nielsen bolsters management teams with two strategic hires

Fri, 17th Jan 2020
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Nielsen strengthens its management team with hires from Grainger and American Express as it prepares to split into two separate companies later this year.
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Genesys rebrands SaaS solution, puts greater focus on cloud offering

Thu, 16th Jan 2020
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Genesys has rebranded PureCloud to Genesys Cloud, emphasising a deeper shift towards providing comprehensive cloud solutions and Experience as a Service.
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Talend taps key leadership talent from SAP Concur ranks

Wed, 15th Jan 2020
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Talend appoints Christal Bemont, ex-chief revenue officer at SAP Concur, as new CEO, alongside Ann-Christel Graham as CRO and Jamie Kiser as CCO.
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Veeam to be acquired for massive US$5 billion

Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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Insight Partners is set to buy Veeam Software for USD $5 billion, marking Veeam's shift to a U.S.-based leadership and boosting its move into hybrid cloud.
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BlackBerry QNX to power Damon Motorcycles CoPilot warning system

Tue, 7th Jan 2020
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BlackBerry QNX will power Damon Motorcycles' CoPilot warning system across its electric motorcycles, introducing advanced safety features at CES.
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PAX Technology prepares for AU rollout of Android payment terminals

Tue, 17th Dec 2019
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PAX Technology is set to enter the Australian market with its Android payment terminals next year, aiming to modernise the country's EFTPOS landscape.
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Citrix adds intelligence to Workspace solution

Tue, 17th Dec 2019
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Delivers intelligent feed and personalised workflows within Citrix Workspace to cut digital noise and streamline employees day-to-day.
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Acronis makes strategic acquisition to strengthen security portfolio

Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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Acronis will integrate 5nine's technology into the Acronis Cyber Platform, making new services available through the Acronis Cyber Cloud Solutions portal.
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Malwarebytes stalwart promoted to chief product officer

Tue, 10th Dec 2019
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Akshay Bhargava has been promoted to chief product officer at Malwarebytes, responsible for driving the company's technology vision and product roadmap.
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FTS Group acquires Galaxy 42

Mon, 9th Dec 2019
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FTS Group expands into local government, education, and asset-intensive industries with its acquisition of Melbourne-based consulting firm Galaxy 42.
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Gartner names SAI Global as IT Vendor Risk Management leader

Wed, 4th Dec 2019
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SAI Global feels the Gartner report confirms a competitive market with demand growing for cloud-first software solutions.
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UST Global expands presence with new Singapore office

Fri, 29th Nov 2019
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The new center will enable the company to expand its base in Asia and get closer to its growing pool of institutional investors.
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Australian IoT company wins international contract

Wed, 27th Nov 2019
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Adelaide-based Buddy Technologies secures a 10-year deal with Hong Kong's Eastfield Lighting, initiating with a USD $250,000 non-refundable payment.
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76% of firms see business continuity as top priority - Assurance report

Tue, 26th Nov 2019
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According to 83% of respondents, ensuring continuity of operations during a crisis is the top priority in their crisis response strategies.
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Check Point signs new distributor for Aussie SMB market

Thu, 21st Nov 2019
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Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Aria Technologies to distribute its cybersecurity solutions to the Australian SMB market.