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Oracle unveils new cloud services to boost customer success
Hybrid Cloud

Oracle unveils new cloud services to boost customer success

Oracle has unveiled Oracle Cloud Success Protection and Assurance Services, enhancing cloud investments with proactive support, guided learning, and 24/7 technical assistance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
SAP Concur highlights complexities in return on investment in AI
Artificial Intelligence

SAP Concur highlights complexities in return on investment in AI

Businesses must navigate complexities to unlock the ROI in AI and automation, focusing on data management, security, and strategic implementation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
AI reduces software development time by up to 50%, survey finds
DevOps

AI reduces software development time by up to 50%, survey finds

A survey by OutSystems and KPMG reveals that AI adoption has cut development time by up to 50% for 75% of software executives, reshaping their roles.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Forrester's 2025 predictions reveal mixed trends in AI & tech
Digital Transformation

Forrester's 2025 predictions reveal mixed trends in AI & tech

Forrester's 2025 Predictions reports forecast AI and tech trends, highlighting AI investment pitfalls and increased AIOps adoption to manage tech debt.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
QuantumLight, Revolut CEO release guide for startup founders
Investment

QuantumLight, Revolut CEO release guide for startup founders

QuantumLight, led by Revolut's CEO Nik Storonsky, releases a playbook for tech startup founders on building high-performance teams, based on Revolut's success.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
AI startup Shutterspeed gains Techstars backing
DevOps

AI startup Shutterspeed gains Techstars backing

New Zealand startup Shutterspeed secures backing from Techstars, marking a significant milestone for Kiwi tech on the global stage with its AI-driven business assistant.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Aerospike sees 51% revenue boost in Q2 2024 with AI demand
Platform-as-a-Service

Aerospike sees 51% revenue boost in Q2 2024 with AI demand

Aerospike reports a 51% revenue surge in Q2 2024, fuelled by rising demand for scalable AI solutions and bolstered by a $114m investment.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Outsource Group partners with Palo Alto Networks in Ireland
Firewalls

Outsource Group partners with Palo Alto Networks in Ireland

Outsource Group partners with Palo Alto Networks, becoming the exclusive Cortex MSSP in Ireland. The deal could yield millions, strengthening cyber security offerings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024

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GPTStrategic, BidWrite partner to launch bidwritegpt
AI Agents

GPTStrategic, BidWrite partner to launch bidwritegpt

GPTStrategic and BidWrite have launched bidwritegpt, an AI-driven platform poised to revolutionise tender writing, promising increased efficiency and productivity.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
UK businesses lag in cybersecurity & tech connectivity
EduTech

UK businesses lag in cybersecurity & tech connectivity

Only 25% businesses in the United Kingdom see themselves as cybersecurity leaders, placing the UK last among surveyed countries.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios
Storage

HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios

HeyFlow has secured GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios to enhance its platform, tackling workplace reproductive health issues and promoting gender inclusion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
True IDC to invest THB ฿10bn in data centre expansion
Power / Energy

True IDC to invest THB ฿10bn in data centre expansion

True IDC to invest over THB 10 billion in expanding its data centre and cloud business from 2024 to 2027, aiming to be Thailand's largest data centre.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
BGF invests £16.5 million in fintech firm Twenty7tec
Fintech

BGF invests £16.5 million in fintech firm Twenty7tec

BGF injects £16.5 million into fintech firm Twenty7tec to boost product development and expand market reach, appoints Angela Williams as Chair.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Shire Leasing launches new Tech Finance division for SMEs
Investment

Shire Leasing launches new Tech Finance division for SMEs

Shire Leasing launches a technology finance division to help small and medium businesses access financial solutions for IT investments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India's digital growth
Digital Transformation

STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India's digital growth

STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India's data centre expansion, tripling its IT load capacity over the next 5-6 years amid rising digital demand.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Toshiba Australia reports modest growth for the year ending March 2024
Supply Chain

Toshiba Australia reports modest growth for the year ending March 2024

Toshiba reports modest growth for the year ending March 2024, with steady revenue increases balancing rising operational costs and strategic investments.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Moneybox partners with Aurum Solutions to automate reconciliations
Digital Transformation

Moneybox partners with Aurum Solutions to automate reconciliations

Moneybox has partnered with Aurum Solutions to automate its reconciliation processes amid a 43% growth in assets.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024