APAC stories - Page 30

A Cloudera survey found 90% of IT leaders view a unified data platform as critical for AI and analytics, amid challenges of data quality and system integration.

Cybersecurity giant, Exclusive Networks, unveils plans to fully acquire channel services firm, NEXTGEN Group, boosting its market presence across the Asia-Pacific region.

Software development firm SmartBear amplifies India investments by inaugurating a new DevOps Academy in Bangalore, advancing the local demand for proficient cloud engineers.

Deloitte Digital named 2024 Adobe Digital Experience Partner of the Year for the Asia Pacific, affirming its long-term alliance and commitment to excellence with Adobe.

Zscaler's 2024 AI Security Report shows a 600% surge in enterprise use of AI/ML tools despite the increasing risk of accidental data breaches.

Surge in evasive malware noted in WatchGuard Technologies' Internet Security Report alongside revelations of increased cyber attacks exploiting on-premises email servers; however, ransomware threats show decline.

Digital advertising platform Bonzai releases 'Fillboard', a premium ad format designed to optimise viewability and maximise brand engagement.

Puppet's 2024 State of DevOps Report reveals platform engineering bolsters security, reflecting its growing maturity with 43% of DevOps professionals maintaining a platform team for 3-5 years.

Performance marketing leader NP Digital bolsters its APAC presence with several strategic hires, including Kris Casey as SEO APAC Lead, enhancing the firm's digital prowess and regional footprint.

Tangram boosts its global footprint, recruiting ex-Ogilvy talent, Sai Chiu in the UK, and data specialist, Jun Hao Woo, in Singapore.

Global payroll front-runner Deel acquires Africa-based PaySpace, significantly strengthening its global coverage and infrastructure—hits a remarkable $500M annual recurring revenue within five years.

Radware's 2024 threat analysis shows a worrying 171% increase in malicious web activity, driven by escalating Layer 7 Web DDoS attacks.

IDeaS unveils the G3 RMS Portfolio Navigator, an innovative tool aiming to redefine large-scale revenue management, giving multi-property hospitality leaders the power to manage revenue strategies with confidence and consistency.

James Berry joins global technology solutions provider, Diversified, as new managing director of APAC. The former Atos MD brings 30+ years of experience across technology and financial services sectors.

Group-IB reveals a 39% surge in ransomware attacks across APAC, with the region named as a prime target for advanced cyber threats.

Melbourne-based Vudoo appoints former Google senior executive, Billy Kinchin, as Chief Product Officer to lead global product strategy and development.

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.

Gigamon appoints Simon Oliver as Head of Channel for Australia, bolstering its channel-first strategy across the ANZ region amid surging demand for improved hybrid cloud infrastructure security.

State Street Corporation is set to go global with its Fund Connect ETF portal due to soaring demand, primarily from Europe and the APAC region, increasing automation's efficiency and reducing risk.

Verint, acclaimed for its AI-powered customer engagement solutions, has been distinguished as the leading provider of workforce management.