Licensing stories - Page 2
The foundation of every business often lies in the official legal documents that allow it to be approved as a company. Among these documents are licences, which define the rights of a company around a range of products or services they can sell.
Licensing is often specific to every country, state and city. Licensing is necessary in order to regulate markets and meet demands. It is also an efficient way to control markets that include dangerous products such as alcohol or rifles selling.
In the tech space, licensing can spread across both hardware and software products.
Licensing is often specific to every country, state and city. Licensing is necessary in order to regulate markets and meet demands. It is also an efficient way to control markets that include dangerous products such as alcohol or rifles selling.
In the tech space, licensing can spread across both hardware and software products.
Software piracy & overuse blamed for rising revenue losses
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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physical security
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licensing
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intellectual property
Nearly one in three software firms cite piracy as a major cause of revenue loss, with unlicensed use rising in China, Russia, India, and Germany, new data reveals.
Over half of firms lack clear AI policy as risks mount, survey finds
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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ai
Over half of firms lack formal AI policies, risking data breaches and legal issues as many employees already use AI tools without clear guidance.
Flamingo launches OpenMSP to help MSPs cut software costs
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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semiconductors
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it automation
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socs
Flamingo has launched OpenMSP, an open-source platform with AI tools to help MSPs cut software licensing costs and boost profitability.
Multiplier unveils COR for global contractor compliance
Sat, 14th Jun 2025
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licensing
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workforce technology
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onboarding
Multiplier launches COR solution to simplify global contractor compliance, offering fast onboarding, region-specific contracts, and payments in 120+ currencies.
SAP & Icertis deepen partnership with AI contract extension
Fri, 23rd May 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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genai
Icertis teams up with SAP to launch SAP Ariba Contract Intelligence, embedding AI contract insights into SAP for smarter business decisions.
VeVe unveils new Star Wars digital collectibles using AR technology
Mon, 5th May 2025
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blockchain
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ar, vr & metaverse
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licensing
VeVe and Lucasfilm launch a new Star Wars digital collectible series featuring Stormtrooper helmets and AR Podracers, priced from USD $10, to celebrate May the 4th.
Exabeam appoints Kiley LePage as Chief Legal Officer
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Exabeam appoints Kiley LePage as Chief Legal Officer to lead legal strategy and support growth with nearly 30 years of tech sector experience.
Amitabh Bachchan & Ganguly debut as AI holograms in India
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Proto unveils interactive AI holograms of Amitabh Bachchan and Sourav Ganguly in India, enhancing fan engagement and banking experiences.
VMware customers concerned over rising costs & licensing
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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it automation
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casb
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ai
A recent survey reveals that 79% of VMware customers are satisfied with their software but are concerned about rising costs and licence changes post-Broadcom acquisition.
Extreme Networks unveils AI-powered Extreme Platform ONE
Tue, 10th Dec 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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aiops
Extreme Networks has unveiled Extreme Platform ONE, a new AI-powered technology platform aimed at simplifying networking and security operations for enterprises.
Vectra AI unveils new clarity programme to boost MSSP services
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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cybersecurity insurance
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Vectra AI launches the Vectra AI Clarity Program for MSSPs to meet rising demands for advanced XDR solutions, offering flexibility and customised cybersecurity services.
Get ready for more Oracle Java licensing changes
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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software development
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oracle
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licensing
Oracle's Java licensing is set for another shake-up. With JDK 21's release, enterprises must navigate new subscription choices or risk mounting costs.
Java community migrates from Oracle due to high costs, survey says
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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migration
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financial systems
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open source
A survey by Azul reveals 86% of Oracle Java users are migrating due to high costs, preference for open-source alternatives, and pricing uncertainties.
Most Oracle Java users migrate to alternatives, says survey
Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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migration
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software development
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support
A recent survey by Azul reveals that 86% of Oracle Java users are migrating to alternatives due to cost concerns and a shift towards open-source solutions.
Siemens enhances NX software with AI, cloud & immersive tools
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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saas
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uc
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hyperscale
Siemens introduces NX X, a game-changing cloud-based engineering solution with new AI, immersive, and electro-mechanical tools, enhancing the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio.
Rimini Street offers support against VMware fee hikes
Tue, 21st May 2024
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it automation
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vmware
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licensing
Rimini Street launches support to counter VMware's shift to subscription licensing, ensuring businesses maintain perpetual licenses without vendor lock-in.
Thales & Neural Labs expand partnership to create AI-powered smart cities
Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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saas
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digital transformation
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licensing
Thales intensifies its partnership with Neural Labs to create AI-driven smart cities, using cloud-licensing capabilities to manage global licenses, optimizing Neural Lab's SaaS offerings and fostering growth.
Rimini Street extends support for ClickSoftware users
Thu, 19th Oct 2023
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
The expanded solution enables Salesforce ClickSoftware on-premises licensees to maximise the value of their mission-critical ClickSoftware investments.
Huawei announces royalty rates for patent license programs
Wed, 26th Jul 2023
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iot
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partner programmes
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physical security
The company announced royalty rates for its handsets, Wi-Fi, and IoT patent license programs, aimed at balancing innovation and adoption.
Huawei announces royalty rates for patent license programs
Fri, 14th Jul 2023
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uc
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iot
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partner programmes
The company promotes IP protection, balances innovation and adoption, and unveils rates for its handsets, Wi-Fi, and IoT patent license programs.