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SonicWall launches TZ80 firewall to simplify small office security
Firewalls

SonicWall launches TZ80 firewall to simplify small office security

SonicWall unveils the TZ80 firewall, delivering enterprise-level security and easy management for small and remote offices amid growing network complexity.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
Claroty named Leader in IoT security solutions by Forrester
Firewalls

Claroty named Leader in IoT security solutions by Forrester

Claroty has been named a Leader in IoT Security Solutions by Forrester, scoring top marks in network segmentation, deployment, and partner ecosystem.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
Network outages surge, costing firms up to $5 million yearly
Digital Transformation

Network outages surge, costing firms up to $5 million yearly

Network outages have surged globally, costing firms up to $5 million yearly and driving increased investment in AI, OOB management, and edge computing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
Salesforce unveils Agentforce to speed up quoting for sellers
Marketing Technologies

Salesforce unveils Agentforce to speed up quoting for sellers

Salesforce launches Agentforce within Revenue Cloud, cutting sales quoting time by 75% and simplifying complex configurations for faster deal closures.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Hundreds of printers at risk after security flaws uncovered
Firewalls

Hundreds of printers at risk after security flaws uncovered

Security flaws in 742 printer models from Brother and others risk remote attacks; users urged to update firmware and change default passwords immediately.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 28th Jun 2025
Centrel unveils plug-and-play tool to simplify IT documentation
Platform-as-a-Service

Centrel unveils plug-and-play tool to simplify IT documentation

CENTREL Solutions launches XIA Configuration Express, a plug-and-play tool simplifying IT documentation with quick install and automated branding features.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
GPC Asia Pacific adopts AI-powered platform to streamline supply chain
Partner Programmes

GPC Asia Pacific adopts AI-powered platform to streamline supply chain

GPC Asia Pacific chooses RELEX Solutions to optimise forecasting and replenishment across 600 stores, aiming to improve inventory and product availability.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Samsung unveils 2024 TV range, with AI-driven picture technology
Digital Signage

Samsung unveils 2024 TV range, with AI-driven picture technology

Samsung unveils its innovative 2024 TV range, spearheaded by the flagship Neo QLED 8K TV, promising consumers enhanced entertainment options.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024
Keysight enhances its automated software test solution
Platform-as-a-Service

Keysight enhances its automated software test solution

Eggplant Test 7.0 features integrations enabling the testing of mobile apps on more than 7,500 operating systems and device combinations simultaneously.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2023
The need for purpose-built mobility in retail today
Marketing Technologies

The need for purpose-built mobility in retail today

Retailers urged to invest in rugged, purpose-built devices to avoid lower productivity and higher total cost of ownership.

By Vikas Wadhwa • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Oct 2022
Absolute's Persistence tech in Insyde's Snapdragon platforms
Internet of Things

Absolute's Persistence tech in Insyde's Snapdragon platforms

Insyde extends Absolute's secure device management and self-healing endpoint capabilities to a broader range of enterprise-ready devices.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Sep 2022
Claroty's Team82 uncovers two vulnerabilities in FileWave's MDM system
Unified Communications

Claroty's Team82 uncovers two vulnerabilities in FileWave's MDM system

Claroty's research arm (Team82) has uncovered and disclosed two critical vulnerabilities in FileWave's Mobile Device Management (MDM) system.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2022

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Foxway Circular UK wins King's Award for SMART software
DevOps

Foxway Circular UK wins King's Award for SMART software

The award spotlights rising demand for software that helps refurbishers resell compliant devices faster as second-life tech sales expand.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Hammer partners with iQuila to deliver secure unified networking
Unified Communications

Hammer partners with iQuila to deliver secure unified networking

Hammer Distribution partners with iQuila to offer secure, software-defined Ethernet overlay networking across diverse connections in the UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2025
Nozomi Networks leads Forrester Wave 2025 for IoT security
IoT Security

Nozomi Networks leads Forrester Wave 2025 for IoT security

Nozomi Networks tops Forrester Wave 2025 for IoT security, earning highest scores for AI-driven protection and transparent pricing in current offerings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
Beyond the CVE: Illuminating inherent security issues in device configuration
Network Infrastructure

Beyond the CVE: Illuminating inherent security issues in device configuration

Beyond the CVE addresses how neglecting device misconfigurations can exacerbate vulnerabilities and risk breaches, demanding constant scrutiny and remediation.

By Matt Malarkey • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2024
Jigsaw24 partners Kandji for device management solutions
Platform-as-a-Service

Jigsaw24 partners Kandji for device management solutions

Jigsaw24 partnered with Kandji for its next-generation platform that enables centrally securing and managing devices, in addition to its Apple-first focus.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Apr 2023
Vodafone hits Microsoft Gold Security milestone
Cybersecurity

Vodafone hits Microsoft Gold Security milestone

Vodafone NZ achieves Microsoft Gold Security competency, highlighting its expertise in designing and implementing security programs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Oct 2021