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AI demand fuels growth for Canadian MSPs amid security gaps
Firewalls

AI demand fuels growth for Canadian MSPs amid security gaps

AI interest boosts growth for Canadian MSPs, with 82% seeing gains; yet only 40% have deployed AI cybersecurity agents, revealing a readiness gap.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025

Global Stories

Microsoft Copilot stories

Fusion5 named global finalist for 2025 Dynamics 365 Service award
Unified Communications

Fusion5 named global finalist for 2025 Dynamics 365 Service award

Fusion5 is a global finalist for the 2025 Microsoft Dynamics 365 Service Partner of the Year Award, recognised for rapid AI-driven customer service solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Rubrik unveils Agent Cloud to govern & remediate AI agent risks
Data Loss Prevention

Rubrik unveils Agent Cloud to govern & remediate AI agent risks

Rubrik launches Agent Cloud, a platform enabling enterprises to monitor, govern and remediate risks from AI agents, enhancing control and security in AI adoption.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
Oracle Database@Azure expands global reach, drives AI adoption
Gaming

Oracle Database@Azure expands global reach, drives AI adoption

Oracle Database@Azure now spans 28 regions, enabling global firms like Activision Blizzard to accelerate cloud migration and AI-driven insights seamlessly.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Dayforce boosts HR & payroll efficiency with Microsoft AI agents
Unified Communications

Dayforce boosts HR & payroll efficiency with Microsoft AI agents

Dayforce expands its partnership with Microsoft to embed AI agents in HR and payroll, streamlining workflows and boosting efficiency for organisations.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Oct 2025
Zendesk launches AI-powered voice agents & analytics upgrades
Unified Communications

Zendesk launches AI-powered voice agents & analytics upgrades

Zendesk unveils AI-powered Voice Agents and advanced analytics, aiming to boost customer service efficiency and reach USD $200m AI revenue this year.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
All about that AI: What's next for NetSuite
Risk & Compliance

All about that AI: What's next for NetSuite

Oracle's NetSuite unveils NetSuite Next, an AI-native ERP with 'Ask Oracle' AI, launching in North America within 12 months to enhance business operations.

By Donovan Jackson • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Obsidian unveils real-time AI agent security for SaaS threats
Software-as-a-Service

Obsidian unveils real-time AI agent security for SaaS threats

Obsidian Security launches AI agent security to monitor and control autonomous AI risks in SaaS, addressing blind spots in cloud app data access and permissions.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Proofpoint launches new defences as AI email attacks surge
Data governance

Proofpoint launches new defences as AI email attacks surge

Proofpoint unveils new defences against rising AI email attacks that manipulate assistants to leak data, amid soaring losses in businesses globally.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Proofpoint unveils AI security tools to protect agentic workspaces
Data governance

Proofpoint unveils AI security tools to protect agentic workspaces

Proofpoint has launched four AI security solutions to protect agentic workspaces, addressing data control, AI oversight, and threat detection for 2025-26 rollout.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
The business benefits and challenges of Agentic AI
Physical Security

The business benefits and challenges of Agentic AI

Agentic AI enhances productivity by autonomously executing tasks but raises urgent security risks as businesses adopt these powerful tools.

By Gareth Cox • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
TrustedTech rebrands to boost Microsoft cloud & AI services
Disaster Recovery

TrustedTech rebrands to boost Microsoft cloud & AI services

TrustedTech rebrands to focus on Microsoft cloud and AI services, driving an eleven-fold revenue increase and expanding enterprise support across UK and US markets.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Microsoft Copilot stories

Australian SMBs embrace AI but free tools heighten security risks
Breach Prevention

Australian SMBs embrace AI but free tools heighten security risks

58% of Australian SMBs use AI, but many rely on free tools, raising data security risks amid low awareness of enterprise-grade solutions and hardware needs.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Australian AI use & phishing risks surge as data leaks climb
Storage

Australian AI use & phishing risks surge as data leaks climb

Australian research reveals a 140% rise in phishing clicks and growing use of generative AI apps, raising significant workplace data security risks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
R Systems to acquire Novigo Solutions for INR 400 crore cash deal
IT Automation

R Systems to acquire Novigo Solutions for INR 400 crore cash deal

R Systems will acquire Novigo Solutions for INR 400 crore in cash to strengthen its AI and automation services, aiming for USD $240 million combined revenue.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Aug 2025
Australian SMEs rush into AI adoption without clear strategies
Digital Transformation

Australian SMEs rush into AI adoption without clear strategies

Most Australian SMEs adopt AI tools without strategies, risking missed growth opportunities despite urgent investments and competitive pressures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2025
ANS gains top Microsoft partner status to boost UK AI adoption
Digital Transformation

ANS gains top Microsoft partner status to boost UK AI adoption

ANS has earned top Microsoft partner statuses, enhancing UK firms' access to AI tools and expertise to accelerate digital transformation and AI adoption.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025