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Generative AI market soars, NVIDIA & AWS lead sectors

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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The generative AI market soared to USD $25.6 billion in 2024, driven by rapid tech adoption and dominated by key players like NVIDIA and Microsoft.
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Verizon & Accenture partner to boost cybersecurity services

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Verizon Business has teamed up with Accenture to enhance cybersecurity solutions for mid and large enterprises, tackling the rising threats in the digital landscape.
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AI investments rise but workforce readiness lags behind

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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A new report from WalkMe reveals that while AI investments in enterprises are set to surge by 64% to USD $23 million, workforce readiness lags far behind.
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Thoughtworks appoints new leaders to drive growth strategy

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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Thoughtworks has announced key leadership changes with Chief Strategy Officer and APAC Regional Managing Director appointments.
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Workday unveils platform to manage AI in digital workforces

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Workday has unveiled the Agent System of Record, a platform to help organisations manage AI agents more effectively, enhancing security and compliance.
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One NZ and SpaceX launch 'direct to cell' satellites for global coverage

Thu, 4th Jan 2024
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One NZ, in cooperation with SpaceX, launched its first six 'direct to cell' satellites enabling expanded telecommunication coverage from 2024, and has joined a global alliance to offer reciprocal satellite roaming services.
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Freshworks appoints Mika Yamamoto as Chief Customer & Marketing Officer

Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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Freshworks Inc. enlists former F5 executive, Mika Yamamoto, as Chief Customer and Marketing Officer.
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Freshworks welcomes Mika Yamamoto as new Chief Customer & Marketing Officer

Wed, 29th Nov 2023
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Freshworks hires Mika Yamamoto, with an impressive 25-year track record, as its Chief Customer and Marketing Officer.
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Aqua Security's new business increases by 65% in H1 2023

Thu, 14th Sep 2023
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Aqua Security, the expert in cloud-native security, has closed the first half of 2023 with a 65% increase in new business.
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Significant spike in consumer fraud, new report finds

Thu, 14th Apr 2022
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Reported cases of consumer fraud more than tripled in the years 2020-2021 from prior years, according to a new report by Accenture.
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US healthcare workers willing to sell confidential data for as little as $500

Tue, 13th Mar 2018
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The survey found that 18% of the 912 respondents would be willing to sell confidential data for between $500-$1000 - and they have the means to do so.
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Microsoft dumping on local channel with new Surface Pro reseller deals?

Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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Dell, HP, Accenture and Avanade join global Surface Pro reseller lineup, pitting the multinationals against local resellers.