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'Freaky' Aussies are ready for holographic dating

Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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Aussies are embracing 3D tech for health, social life, and even dating, with 37% of men keen on using 3D scans on dating sites, new Sony research finds.
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Cisco survey: APAC SMBs using technology to stay secure

Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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A survey commissioned by Cisco and conducted by IDC found that SMBs' top technology priorities include IT security.
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MD of Subsea Networks discusses new subsea cable at DataCentres Ireland

Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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What does it mean for Ireland? Paling asserts massive connectivity that puts the nation up there with other leading international locations.
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Australian security startup LMNTRIX signs on first Singapore partner

Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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Australian cybersecurity startup LMNTRIX has signed on its very first Singaporean partner that will lead the company's expansion into Southeast Asia.
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Exclusive interview: Commvault on GDPR, data analytics & virtualization

Thu, 16th Nov 2017
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Commvault's humble culture is reflected in its accessible CEO, according to Dan Kieran, VP and MD of Australia and New Zealand.
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Digital Realty launches second Frankfurt data centre – and GDPR findings

Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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At the official launch of its new Frankfurt data centre, Digital Realty also revealed the findings of an IDG survey with startling results.
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Current IT security not up to the job – time to make some changes

Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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IDC says billions of dollars are spent around the world every year on various forms of IT security, and yet, data breaches are still happening.
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Macquarie Telecom marks data center expansion plans with new appointment

Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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cloud services
Macquarie Telecom has promoted David Hirst to a new position focused on its data center expansion plan. Hirst joined the company nine years ago.
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Brendan Maree takes on 8x8 vice president role

Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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Former Interactive Intelligence executive Brendan Maree has taken on the role of Asia Pacific vice president for unified communications provider 8x8.
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Informatica recognises “extraordinary customers” with Data Disruption awards

Fri, 10th Nov 2017
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Informatica heralds the transformative feats of businesses with its first 'Data Disruption Innovation Awards', spotlighting industry leaders.
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Adobe predicts what you will get for Xmas

Fri, 10th Nov 2017
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Adobe predicts US online sales will hit USD $107.4 billion this Xmas, with Cyber Monday expected to be the largest online shopping day in history.
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Turning data into action is vital for success in IoT projects

Thu, 9th Nov 2017
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Robin Ormerod, Envirosuite managing director talks about how to get the most out of your IoT deployments with an environmental approach.
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Big Switch Networks launch global channel program

Thu, 9th Nov 2017
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partner programmes
Big Switch Networks rolls out a new global channel partner program to bolster its market, with tiered incentives and training efforts.
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Excelero receives $30 million worth of investments

Wed, 8th Nov 2017
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Excelero nets a hefty £30M investment led by Qualcomm Ventures to bolster its push for hyperscale data center supremacy.
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Chatbots and AI are the future of your job

Mon, 6th Nov 2017
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AI and chatbots to revolutionise the workplace, with Hays predicting a surge in digital assistance across jobs.
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Who's the greatest NZ Internet provider of them all? Winners announced

Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
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​The inaugural Broadband Compare Awards ceremony took place last night to determine New Zealand's best broadband provider. So who won?.
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Singapore firm Ammbr teams with US security token provider to expand blockchain

Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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Singapore's Ammbr has teamed up with Rivetz to develop advanced multi-factor authentication and an identity and authentication platform.
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New Aussie Azure data center set to power public sector digital transformation

Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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public cloud
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cloud services
Global eSignature company, DocuSign, is set to open a Microsoft Azure data center in Australia to meet government requirements for handling sensitive data.
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Exclusive interview: TmaxSoft on protecting your assets in a hybrid cloud world

Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Gartner predicts that the Asia-Pacific (APAC) public cloud market will grow at 17.7% in 2017, compared to a total $10 billion compared to last year.
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Risk management firm Exiger appoints new APAC regional chair

Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Exiger names Daniel Banes MD and APAC chair for Hong Kong, as it expands its presence in the Asia Pacific market.