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Westcon-Comstor is set to enhance its partnership with Check Point to optimise distribution channels and sell its cybersecurity software packages on AWS Marketplace.

In an exclusive, Fluent Commerce's Chief Strategy Officer, Jamie Cairns, illuminates how the Australian firm is revolutionising how global businesses manage orders and inventory.

EMURGO partners with Huawei Cloud to bolster the Cardano ecosystem, integrating Huawei's cloud infrastructure into Cardano's public blockchain network, with potential benefits for Asia-Pacific and Africa.

Global digital services leader, Infosys, joins forces with shipping titan Pacific International Lines to accelerate digitalisation, modernise customer portal and enact transformative changes across the logistics sphere.

Kartik Mehta, tech sales expert with a background in global growth initiatives, is set to steer Channel Factory's expansion in Asia's emerging markets as the new Head of Growth.

Fluent Commerce, the Australian OMS provider, revitalises its global channel partner programme, aiming to stimulate the OMS wave and strengthen its diverse partnerships.

Australian IoT firm Myriota plans to extend its footprint into the EMEA region, with former AccelerComm's Robert Barnes leading the expansion as VP EMEA.

Global smart meter adoption reveals uneven progress, with 1.06 billion units installed worldwide by 2023, led by North America's 77% market penetration, says IoT Analytics.

Qvantel, a Digital BSS provider, has won a contract from SATEC Group to supply Telecom Namibia with their Flex BSS platform.

Aleph boosts businesses across 20 European and MENA countries, extending Amazon Ads services to propel local enterprises into international markets.

Westcon-Comstor expands its partnership with CrowdStrike to Southeast Asia, bolstering its cybersecurity offerings in the region.

Tech firm Ditto's smart mesh networking technology, capable of operating without internet, is aiding ShareMy.Health's fight against childhood malnutrition in developing regions.

NetApp reinforces its leadership team in Southeast Asia with 2 key appointments: Sheraine Chua as Senior Director for ASEAN and Alwyn David as Country Manager for Malaysia, to propel growth.

DXC Technology has chosen Kylie Watson, a seasoned cybersecurity specialist, as the Security Head for Australia and New Zealand, poised to empower their clients against intensifying cyber threats.

ControlUp accelerates global expansion with eminent appointments, aiming to bolster its Digital Employee Experience management footprint across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific.

Perth-based Augment Technologies and global technology giant Hexagon unveil an innovative partnership, introducing AI technology designed to increase ore recovery by 5%, potentially adding millions of yearly revenue for each mine.

Global tech firm HCLTech secures Top Employer status in 26 countries for 2024, lauded for outstanding HR practices.

Fintech leaders urge UK regulators to impose stricter AI laws to foster confidence and responsible usage in financial services.

CrowdStrike and Amazon Web Services partner to launch a cybersecurity start-up accelerator, selecting 22 EMEA-based companies to receive mentorship, technical expertise, and possible partnership opportunities.

UK's startup, Tablerone, selected among top 10 globally for tretton37's 'Startup Boost' programme aimed at supporting socially impactful ventures.

Australian start-up SourseAI partners with South African telecoms innovator Melon Mobile, expanding its global reach, following recent Series A funding.

Security firm, Certis Australia, welcomes industry veteran Brett Pickens as its new CEO, bringing over 20 years of global experience to his new role.

SolarWinds prepares for EMEA Partner Summit 2024 in Lisbon, aiming at networking, learning and celebrating successes with regional partners from February 19 to 23.

Annual business cybercrime recovery costs can reach up to $5m, with firms fearing a rise in GenAI-powered attacks, according to a Barracuda Networks report.