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New Relic names Simon Lee as head of APJ operations
Digital Transformation

New Relic names Simon Lee as head of APJ operations

New Relic has appointed Simon Lee as Senior Vice President and Managing Director for Asia-Pacific and Japan, aiming to drive growth in observability solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Exclusive: SonicWall VP outlines cybersecurity evolution and future plans
Firewalls

Exclusive: SonicWall VP outlines cybersecurity evolution and future plans

SonicWall is transitioning from a product-focused firm to a platform-driven organisation, aiming to tackle evolving cybersecurity challenges, says VP Mukherjee.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Charging infrastructure a major hurdle for EV growth
Cartech

Charging infrastructure a major hurdle for EV growth

A study by Tata Consultancy Services reveals that 74% of EV manufacturers see charging infrastructure as a major barrier to electric vehicle growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Infoblox uncovers cyber threats exploiting domain spoofing
Malware

Infoblox uncovers cyber threats exploiting domain spoofing

Research from Infoblox reveals ongoing exploitation of spoofed domains in malicious spam campaigns, highlighting the persistent threat posed by cybercriminals.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Verkada appoints new VP for JAPAC Channel Sales strategy
Firewalls

Verkada appoints new VP for JAPAC Channel Sales strategy

Verkada has appointed Boudewijn Pesch as Vice President of Japan and Asia-Pacific Channel Sales, tasked with enhancing channel strategy in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Seeing Machines secures GBP £26.2m from Mitsubishi Electric
Unified Communications

Seeing Machines secures GBP £26.2m from Mitsubishi Electric

Seeing Machines has secured a £26.2 million investment from Mitsubishi Electric Mobility to enhance driver monitoring technologies and expand in the automotive sector.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
SentinelOne appoints Kris Day for Asia Pacific leadership
Partner Programmes

SentinelOne appoints Kris Day for Asia Pacific leadership

SentinelOne has appointed Kris Day as Senior Vice President and General Manager for Asia Pacific and Japan, based in Singapore, to drive regional growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Global data centres optimistic on AI growth despite power concerns
Artificial Intelligence

Global data centres optimistic on AI growth despite power concerns

A DLA Piper survey reveals 70% of global data centre investors forecast increased funding over two years, driven by AI demand despite energy concerns.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Dell foresees USD $110 billion APJ AI investment by 2028
Unified Communications

Dell foresees USD $110 billion APJ AI investment by 2028

Dell Technologies forecasts a technological shift in AI and human-computer interaction at its Predictions 2025 briefing, predicting USD $110 billion investment by 2028.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
AI & cybersecurity lead trends in APJ technology report
Data Analytics

AI & cybersecurity lead trends in APJ technology report

Tech Data's 2024 APJ Direction of Technology Ecosystem Report reveals rising AI demand, cybersecurity focus, and crucial talent gaps across the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Zendesk appoints Mitch Young to lead Asia Pacific growth
Fintech

Zendesk appoints Mitch Young to lead Asia Pacific growth

Zendesk has appointed Mitch Young as Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific, tasked with driving the company's growth in key markets like Australia and India.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Analytic Partners strengthens APAC leadership with new roles
Chief Financial Officer

Analytic Partners strengthens APAC leadership with new roles

Analytic Partners has promoted Paul Sinkinson to Managing Director, APAC, and appointed Nikki Taylor as Director of Marketing for the region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Stretching the SOC's ability to cover more threats
Semiconductors

Stretching the SOC's ability to cover more threats

Recent research highlights a disconnect in the Asia Pacific, as over one-third of organisations reported significant security incidents due to resource constraints.

By Gareth Cox • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Vectra AI's 2025 cybersecurity insights for APJ highlight AI
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Vectra AI's 2025 cybersecurity insights for APJ highlight AI

Vectra AI has revealed its cybersecurity forecasts for 2025, highlighting AI's crucial role amid a projected USD $5.74 trillion global IT spend.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Avanade advises mid-market firms to rethink AI strategies
AI Ethics & Governance

Avanade advises mid-market firms to rethink AI strategies

Avanade is urging mid-market firms to rethink AI adoption, focusing on a people-centric approach amid concerns over job displacement and workplace dynamics.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

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Tapway & Asteria launch AIoT platform for Japan market
Digital Transformation

Tapway & Asteria launch AIoT platform for Japan market

Tapway and Asteria launch the AIoT Suite, a platform blending AI and IoT technologies, targeting manufacturing firms in Japan to enhance automation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Wasabi cloud storage now available to universities via SINET
Storage

Wasabi cloud storage now available to universities via SINET

Wasabi Technologies joins SINET, offering Japanese universities hot cloud storage with no API or egress fees for faster, cost-effective data management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Dec 2024