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Westcon-Comstor reports an 8% revenue increase to USD $3.69 billion for FY24, driven by recurring revenues and growth in cybersecurity and networking sectors.

Myriota unveils FlexSense, a revolutionary IoT platform, promising rapid deployment and extensive battery life, significantly accelerating sensor-based solutions.

Binance celebrates Bitcoin Pizza Day with a global pizza giveaway, events in 20+ countries, and community engagements, marking the historic BTC purchase.

Vertiv bolsters its Liebert GXT5 Lithium-Ion UPS system line-up, extending the range to 5-10kVA GV models. The expansion targets network edge usage, offering enhanced effectiveness and more runtime in less space.

Tech firm Fastly has been named a Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Cloud Web Application and API Protection for the sixth consecutive year.

African nations are becoming testing grounds for sophisticated ransomware attacks, becoming primary targets before developed nations, according to cybersecurity firm Performanta.

Westcon-Comstor is set to enhance its partnership with Check Point to optimise distribution channels and sell its cybersecurity software packages on AWS Marketplace.

In an exclusive, Fluent Commerce's Chief Strategy Officer, Jamie Cairns, illuminates how the Australian firm is revolutionising how global businesses manage orders and inventory.

Fluent Commerce, the Australian OMS provider, revitalises its global channel partner programme, aiming to stimulate the OMS wave and strengthen its diverse partnerships.

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.

Global smart meter adoption reveals uneven progress, with 1.06 billion units installed worldwide by 2023, led by North America's 77% market penetration, says IoT Analytics.

Qvantel, a Digital BSS provider, has won a contract from SATEC Group to supply Telecom Namibia with their Flex BSS platform.

Aleph boosts businesses across 20 European and MENA countries, extending Amazon Ads services to propel local enterprises into international markets.

Tech firm Ditto's smart mesh networking technology, capable of operating without internet, is aiding ShareMy.Health's fight against childhood malnutrition in developing regions.

DXC Technology has chosen Kylie Watson, a seasoned cybersecurity specialist, as the Security Head for Australia and New Zealand, poised to empower their clients against intensifying cyber threats.

ControlUp accelerates global expansion with eminent appointments, aiming to bolster its Digital Employee Experience management footprint across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific.

Perth-based Augment Technologies and global technology giant Hexagon unveil an innovative partnership, introducing AI technology designed to increase ore recovery by 5%, potentially adding millions of yearly revenue for each mine.

Global tech firm HCLTech secures Top Employer status in 26 countries for 2024, lauded for outstanding HR practices.

Fintech leaders urge UK regulators to impose stricter AI laws to foster confidence and responsible usage in financial services.

CrowdStrike and Amazon Web Services partner to launch a cybersecurity start-up accelerator, selecting 22 EMEA-based companies to receive mentorship, technical expertise, and possible partnership opportunities.