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.
PayFit rolls out contextual HR AI copilot to staff
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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data protection
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hcm
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erp
PayFit extends its contextual HR AI copilot to 220,000 staff, promising personalised, confidential answers on pay, leave and contracts.
Airwallex buys Paynuri to launch payments in Korea
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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fintech
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martech
Airwallex buys Korean fintech Paynuri, securing key licences to launch local payments and FX services for Korean and global businesses.
Bitget grows institutional crypto & tokenised trading
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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crypto
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fintech
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risk & compliance
Bitget posts USD $8.17 trillion in 2025 derivatives volume as institutional crypto and tokenised TradFi trading surge on its platform.
Gartner maps nine AI-driven work trends CHROs face by 2026
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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hcm
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physical security
Gartner warns CHROs must confront nine AI-driven work trends by 2026, from layoffs and culture clashes to digital twins and 'workslop'.
Hightekers buys Serviap to boost Latin America reach
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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saas
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
Hightekers snaps up Serviap Global to cement its Latin America footprint, extending its direct Employer of Record reach to 40 countries.
Aspire secures key licences for global fintech rollout
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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fintech
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risk & compliance
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payment technologies
Singapore fintech Aspire wins key licences in Australia, Europe and the US, paving the way for a global rollout of its business finance platform.
Revenera boosts platform to clamp down on software piracy
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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physical security
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erp
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cybersecurity
Revenera upgrades its platform with automated workflows to detect and curb global software piracy, licence overuse and misuse.
Music tech predictions for 2026: Insights from Tuned Global
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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gaming
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data analytics
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martech
Music tech boss Con Raso predicts AI, anti-fraud tools and fan-powered models will reshape streaming, gaming and DSP catalogues by 2026.
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.
Synology's pushing into ANZ enterprise storage & backup market
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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storage
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data protection
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ai
Synology is expanding its enterprise storage and backup solutions in Australia and New Zealand, addressing the growing data sovereignty concerns in these markets.
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.