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Tenable to acquire Vulcan Cyber for USD $147 million
Cloud Security

Tenable to acquire Vulcan Cyber for USD $147 million

Tenable has confirmed its acquisition of Vulcan Cyber for an estimated USD $147 million, enhancing its Exposure Management platform with advanced capabilities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users
Gaming

VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users

A new study by SplitMetrics reveals a remarkable 60% increase in new Android VR game users, with 13 million joining in 2024, marking record growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Vistage reports fall in UK & Ireland SME confidence
Leadership

Vistage reports fall in UK & Ireland SME confidence

Vistage reports a shocking drop in SME confidence across the UK and Ireland, with leaders now wary of profitability amidst declining economic conditions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Exabeam appoints new regional sales manager for ANZ
Partner Programmes

Exabeam appoints new regional sales manager for ANZ

Exabeam has appointed Andrew Balestrieri as Regional Sales Manager for Australia and New Zealand, bringing 30 years of IT and cybersecurity experience.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
LG acquires majority of Bear Robotics to boost AI robots
Robotics

LG acquires majority of Bear Robotics to boost AI robots

LG Electronics has acquired a controlling 51% stake in Bear Robotics, enhancing its AI-driven robotics capabilities as part of a strategic growth initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Battle for survival: Turning peak season learnings into 2025 strategies
Data Analytics

Battle for survival: Turning peak season learnings into 2025 strategies

Retailers face a survival battle in 2025, with economic pressures and customer expectations reshaping the eCommerce landscape following a strong 2024 peak season.

By Rob Hango-Zada • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution
Data Analytics

Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution

As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.

By Wayne Johnson • 6 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Clay secures USD $40 million, valued at USD $1.25 billion
Customer Experience

Clay secures USD $40 million, valued at USD $1.25 billion

Clay has raised USD $40 million in Series B funding, boosting its valuation to USD $1.25 billion following impressive revenue growth and strategic acquisitions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Vineeta Puranik appointed as CTO at SmartBear
Artificial Intelligence

Vineeta Puranik appointed as CTO at SmartBear

SmartBear has appointed Vineeta Puranik as its new Chief Technology Officer, aiming to enhance its technology strategy amid rapid AI advancements.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Databricks secures USD $10bn funding, USD $5.25bn credit
Data Analytics

Databricks secures USD $10bn funding, USD $5.25bn credit

Databricks has secured USD $10 billion in Series J funding and a USD $5.25 billion credit facility to enhance its AI capabilities and global reach.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Global clickstream analytics market to reach USD $4.84bn
Unified Communications

Global clickstream analytics market to reach USD $4.84bn

The global clickstream analytics market is set to expand from USD $1.71 billion in 2025 to USD $4.84 billion by 2033, driven by rising eCommerce and smart analytics.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
HR software market to reach USD $30 billion by 2032
Data Analytics

HR software market to reach USD $30 billion by 2032

The HR software market is projected to grow from USD $20.16 billion in 2024 to USD $30 billion by 2032, driven by demand for innovative, cloud-based solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
EPAM Systems expands partnership with Google Cloud for AI
Data Analytics

EPAM Systems expands partnership with Google Cloud for AI

EPAM Systems is expanding its partnership with Google Cloud to deliver AI-powered solutions across media, energy, and retail sectors, driving digital transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
From peak to planning: Setting up for success in 2025
Customer Experience

From peak to planning: Setting up for success in 2025

As Australian retailers reflect on the challenges of 2024, they must prepare strategic insights from the peak season to ensure success in 2025.

By Simon Le Grand • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

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CyberASAP Demo Day to unveil promising UK cyber solutions
Cybersecurity

CyberASAP Demo Day to unveil promising UK cyber solutions

Innovative cybersecurity solutions will be unveiled at London's CyberASAP Demo Day, showcasing 14 projects from the accelerator programme backed by GBP £40 million alumni success.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
AccuWeather acquires TOA Systems' lightning detection tech
Agricultural Technology

AccuWeather acquires TOA Systems' lightning detection tech

AccuWeather has acquired TOA Systems' lightning network, enhancing global lightning detection capabilities and aiming to improve safety and preparedness.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
ControlUp reports 30% growth in ARR for 2024 success
Digital Transformation

ControlUp reports 30% growth in ARR for 2024 success

ControlUp reports impressive growth for 2024, with a 30% rise in annual recurring revenue and a 629% surge in sales pipeline, amid expansion and innovation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025