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Google to launch new cloud region in Poland
Hyperscale

Google to launch new cloud region in Poland

Google Cloud is launching a new cloud region in Poland, in addition to a partnership with Polish firm Domestic Cloud Provider (DCP).

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2019
Hyland partners with Blue Prism to boost RPA offerings
IT Automation

Hyland partners with Blue Prism to boost RPA offerings

Hyland has partnered with Blue Prism to offer access to Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions, aiming to enhance automation for customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2019
DJI launches precision drone for agriculture
Agricultural Technology

DJI launches precision drone for agriculture

DJI says it's 'setting a new standard' for agricultural drone applications, with the launch of the world's first fully integrated multi-spectral imaging drone.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2019
MotoGP's new mobile game will be powered by blockchain
Gaming

MotoGP's new mobile game will be powered by blockchain

MotoGP teams up with Animoca Brands to launch a blockchain-powered mobile game, offering fans interactive collectibles and an immersive Manager-style gameplay.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2019
NetEvents announces Innovation Award finalists for 2019
Internet of Things

NetEvents announces Innovation Award finalists for 2019

Darktrace, Mellanox, and NetFoundry are among the finalists for the 2019 NetEvents Innovation Awards, celebrating groundbreaking advancements in technology.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2019
Greenbox acquires Recytech to kick off New Zealand expansion
Clean technologies

Greenbox acquires Recytech to kick off New Zealand expansion

Australian firm Greenbox has acquired New Zealand IT asset disposal company Recytech in a bid to meet growing demand from its global partners.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Fintech startup Hnry raises $2.15 million in investment round
Fintech

Fintech startup Hnry raises $2.15 million in investment round

Fintech startup Hnry secures USD $2.15 million in an over-subscribed investment round led by EVP, fuelling technology advancements and international expansion.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
BitSight and ServiceNow announce integrations improving cyber risk management
Risk & Compliance

BitSight and ServiceNow announce integrations improving cyber risk management

Together, BitSight and ServiceNow provide organisations with prioritised visibility and automated workflows to manage cyber risk.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
LEGO's journey through digital innovation and beyond
DevOps

LEGO's journey through digital innovation and beyond

As one of the 500 most valuable brands in the world, the company's global success didn't come without struggles.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Testing begins at Vodafone's first 5G site in Christchurch
Unified Communications

Testing begins at Vodafone's first 5G site in Christchurch

The new 4G cell site will increase the area's access to communication services, with boosted mobile phone reception and data speeds faster than 3G.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Telia Carrier strengthens integrity of internet's core
Unified Communications

Telia Carrier strengthens integrity of internet's core

Internet connectivity network Telia Carrier has rolled out technology that secures critical route updates and BGP announcements across its internet backbone.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Asia Pacific financial services firms embrace AI's benefits
Artificial Intelligence

Asia Pacific financial services firms embrace AI's benefits

Asia Pacific financial services firms are accelerating AI adoption for growth, with 52% already leveraging AI, outpacing other sectors, says a Microsoft study.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Access Networks signs distie deal with IoT solutions provider TEKTELIC
Internet of Things

Access Networks signs distie deal with IoT solutions provider TEKTELIC

TEKTELIC Communications partners with Access Networks to meet rising demand for LoRaWAN IoT solutions in Australia, New Zealand and Pacific islands.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2019
HPE & Nutanix launch ProLiant DX appliances
Hybrid Cloud

HPE & Nutanix launch ProLiant DX appliances

HPE and Nutanix have launched the ProLiant DX appliances, combining HPE servers with Nutanix software to enhance on-premises infrastructure and hybrid cloud.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2019
Aruba and Taronga Zoo partnership to transform visitor experiences
Network Infrastructure

Aruba and Taronga Zoo partnership to transform visitor experiences

Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has partnered with Taronga Zoo to deliver networking solutions and transform the visitor experience.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2019
Aruba recognises APAC partners at Channel Partner Awards
Partner Programmes

Aruba recognises APAC partners at Channel Partner Awards

The award categories recognise a range of channel partners that have excelled in demonstrating a service excellence across key sectors.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Ingram Micro distributor of the year for Lenovo
Lenovo

Ingram Micro distributor of the year for Lenovo

Ingram Micro, Datacom, and Acquire are among the winners at Lenovo's Business Partner Gala Awards in Auckland.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2019
Artificial intelligence creates 'significant' opportunity for New Zealand
Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence creates 'significant' opportunity for New Zealand

Artificial intelligence offers New Zealand vast opportunities to address key wellbeing, sustainability, and economic challenges, per AI Forum research.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2019