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Google expands BigQuery transfer service with new connectors
Hybrid Cloud

Google expands BigQuery transfer service with new connectors

Enterprises will be able to move more sales, marketing and database data into BigQuery as Google adds connectors for SQL Server and Shopify.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Netskope launches DataSec Command Centre for data security
Data Protection

Netskope launches DataSec Command Centre for data security

Fragmented defences are leaving most security teams unable to trace sensitive data after incidents, according to Netskope research.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
SonicWall launches Gen 8 NSv virtual firewall range
Private Cloud

SonicWall launches Gen 8 NSv virtual firewall range

Customers can now scale firewall protection from a single branch to enterprise cloud estates without changing SonicOS or management tools.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
TechForce joins Anthropic's Claude partner network
Data Protection

TechForce joins Anthropic's Claude partner network

Australian businesses gain local help to move Claude pilots into live use, with TechForce handling integration, governance and approvals.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
BeyondTrust warns identity risks drive most attacks
Hybrid Cloud

BeyondTrust warns identity risks drive most attacks

Three out of four offensive security investigations traced back to identity or privilege, exposing access gaps across cloud, SaaS and AI systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
AWS revenue growth hits fastest pace in 18 quarters
Software-as-a-Service

AWS revenue growth hits fastest pace in 18 quarters

Demand for AI and core cloud services is boosting Amazon's key profit engine, with AWS growth accelerating to a 36.7% annual pace.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
Amazon's custom silicon hits USD $25 billion run rate
Semiconductors

Amazon's custom silicon hits USD $25 billion run rate

Amazon Web Services' in-house chips are now a major profit centre as AI demand drives cloud providers to cut costs and secure supply.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last week
Westcon-Comstor adds 1Password to AWS Marketplace
Software-as-a-Service

Westcon-Comstor adds 1Password to AWS Marketplace

The deal gives EMEA partners a simpler way to buy identity security software through AWS Marketplace as cloud procurement grows faster.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Microsoft fixes Cosmos DB flaw after data access risk
Data Protection

Microsoft fixes Cosmos DB flaw after data access risk

Thousands of cloud customers faced a potential cross-tenant database breach, though Microsoft says the Cosmos DB flaw is now fixed with no sign of abuse.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 6 min read • Last month
Testlio lists crowdsourced testing platform on AWS
Software-as-a-Service

Testlio lists crowdsourced testing platform on AWS

Enterprise buyers can now procure Testlio's testing services through AWS and Microsoft marketplaces, alongside pre-committed cloud spend.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Acronis launches AI tools for managed service providers
Software-as-a-Service

Acronis launches AI tools for managed service providers

Managed service providers are being given one environment for automation and ticket handling as Acronis seeks to reduce manual workloads and boost margins.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last month
Investec picks Infosys Finacle for banking overhaul
Software-as-a-Service

Investec picks Infosys Finacle for banking overhaul

The cloud migration is designed to replace ageing core systems and give Investec faster data access across four key markets.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

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Macquarie Cloud Services signs major Microsoft Azure deal
Data Protection

Macquarie Cloud Services signs major Microsoft Azure deal

Microsoft expects Macquarie Cloud Services' Azure use to reach USD $278 million over three years, underlining demand for cloud migration work.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Today
Globant launches Glob.AI marketplace for AI services
Data Protection

Globant launches Glob.AI marketplace for AI services

Enterprises can now buy AI work by output, as the new marketplace aims to cut project costs and speed delivery across functions.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Yesterday
Datacom finds NZ firms untested on outage recovery
Disaster Recovery

Datacom finds NZ firms untested on outage recovery

Many New Zealand firms say they could ride out an outage, but fewer than four in ten have tested recovery of critical systems recently.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last week
New UK Critical Third Party regime: why this is only the beginning for financial institutions
Software-as-a-Service

New UK Critical Third Party regime: why this is only the beginning for financial institutions

Financial institutions still face hidden fourth-party risks even after Microsoft, Google Cloud, AWS and Oracle were designated as critical providers.

By Wayne Scott • 5 min read • This month
Hostin Services wins AWS Premier Tier partner status
Disaster Recovery

Hostin Services wins AWS Premier Tier partner status

The AWS designation could help enterprises seeking better support for migrations, security and cost control as cloud and AI spending comes under scrutiny.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month