Japan stories - Page 1
Juniper launches local Mist cloud to boost secure AI networking
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digital transformation
Juniper Networks has launched a local Mist cloud instance in Japan to meet rising demand for secure, AI-driven networking and data localisation compliance.
Google boosts education with Gemini 2.5 & LearnLM updates
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Google integrates LearnLM model into Gemini 2.5, enhancing learning with AI-powered explanations and multimodal content for global users.
Google unveils new Gemini AI app features, launches paid plans
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Google has launched new features for its Gemini AI app, including free Gemini Live and advanced tools via paid plans priced at USD $19.99 and $249.99 monthly.
Google AI Ultra subscription launches at USD $249.99 per month
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Google launches Google AI Ultra, a USD $249.99 monthly subscription offering advanced AI tools and higher limits, starting in the US with 50% off for new users.
Smartsheet reports 260% growth in Australia & New Zealand
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Smartsheet reports 260% customer growth in Australia and New Zealand, and nearly 250% across Asia-Pacific and Japan over the past five years.
Ransomware attacks on industrial targets surge, AI tactics rise
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mfa
Ransomware attacks on industrial firms surged to 708 in Q1 2025, led by manufacturing, with North America and Europe hardest hit, warns Dragos report.
Airwallex secures USD $300 million to drive global expansion
2 days ago
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fintech
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expense management
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Airwallex has secured USD $300 million in Series F funding, valuing the fintech firm at USD $6.2 billion and fuelling plans for global expansion.
Hitachi accelerates enterprise AI adoption with Red Hat platform
2 days ago
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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open source
Hitachi uses Red Hat OpenShift AI to boost its AI capabilities, powering over 250 projects and improving operations across its global business.
Is Fixed Wireless Access the next big thing?
4 days ago
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network infrastructure
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Fixed Wireless Access is booming, with revenues set to hit USD $67 billion by 2028, offering flexible, cost-effective broadband solutions via 5G to SMEs globally.
Social robots tipped as future friends to tackle loneliness in elders
Last week
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edutech
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robots
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smart robot
Research by a University of Calgary PhD student suggests social robots may help ease loneliness among seniors, offering companionship beyond traditional interventions.
Fujitsu named leader in ServiceNow report for Asia Pacific
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Fujitsu has been named a leader in the 2025 ISG Provider Lens ServiceNow report for Asia Pacific, excelling in consulting, managed services and innovation.
AI impact on APAC cybersecurity teams divides leaders & analysts
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Research reveals a stark gap in AI's impact on cybersecurity: 71% of APJ executives see gains, yet only 5% of analysts agree, highlighting trust and effectiveness issues.
Atturra wins top honours at Boomi APJ Partner Awards FY25
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Boomi honours APJ partners for innovation in automation and AI, with Australian firm Atturra winning Partner of the Year and Australia and New Zealand awards.
New Relic appoints Manivannan Govindan to lead Asia sales
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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multi-cloud
New Relic appoints Manivannan Govindan as Senior Director of Enterprise Sales Asia, aiming to boost growth and customer success across the Asian market.
Datadog names Yadi Narayana CTO for Asia-Pacific & Japan
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Datadog has named Yadi Narayana as Chief Technology Officer for Asia-Pacific and Japan to drive growth amid rising demand for observability and security solutions.
Kyriba debuts TAI to boost CFOs’ trust in safe finance AI
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saas
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
Kyriba launches agentic AI, TAI, to enhance financial workflows with data-driven insights, prioritising security and human oversight in finance operations.
Australian workers report highest stress in Asia-Pacific region
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mental health
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work-life balance
Over half of Australian workers report high stress, with 23% feeling overloaded, the highest in Asia-Pacific, reveals ADP's People at Work 2025 report.
Mid-market APAC firms boost cybersecurity but lag in AI use
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firewalls
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siem
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks' new study reveals rising cybersecurity budgets among mid-market Asia-Pacific firms but highlights gaps in AI adoption and resilience.
HPE unveils all-in-one secure gateway for small businesses
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Hewlett Packard Enterprise launches HPE Networking Instant On Secure Gateway, a network security solution tailored for SMBs lacking IT resources.
IT leaders embrace hybrid AI strategies amid rising challenges
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
A F5 report reveals 96% of firms now deploy AI for critical operations, embracing hybrid strategies despite cost and security challenges.