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Neo4j supports DXC's career management portal launch
Data Analytics

Neo4j supports DXC's career management portal launch

Neo4j is backing the creation of DXC Technology's Career Navigator, enhancing employee skill management and improving retention from 24% to under 15%.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024

Global Stories

Acquisition stories

Tradebyte predicts challenges & strategies for 2025
Customer Experience

Tradebyte predicts challenges & strategies for 2025

Tradebyte forecasts a dynamic future for eCommerce in 2025, highlighting challenges from potential U.S. protectionism and the need for European brands to adapt.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Arctic Wolf to acquire Cylance from BlackBerry for USD $160m
Ransomware

Arctic Wolf to acquire Cylance from BlackBerry for USD $160m

Arctic Wolf has agreed to acquire Cylance from BlackBerry for USD $160 million, integrating its AI-powered security into the Aurora Platform.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Loop acquires Wonderment to boost eCommerce operations
Data Analytics

Loop acquires Wonderment to boost eCommerce operations

Loop has acquired Wonderment to improve eCommerce operations, offering Shopify merchants enhanced order tracking and returns management tools.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
LexisNexis to acquire IDVerse for advanced AI fraud tools
Customer Experience

LexisNexis to acquire IDVerse for advanced AI fraud tools

LexisNexis Risk Solutions has announced plans to acquire IDVerse, aiming to enhance its fraud management capabilities with AI-powered technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Cohesity completes acquisition of Veritas data protection unit
Data Protection

Cohesity completes acquisition of Veritas data protection unit

Cohesity has acquired Veritas' data protection business, becoming the largest provider in the sector with a valuation above $7 billion and over 12,000 clients.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Retail & eCommerce trends in 2025: AI & loyalty focus
Digital Transformation

Retail & eCommerce trends in 2025: AI & loyalty focus

Jamie Cairns of Fluent Commerce anticipates that 2025 will see a surge in AI utilisation and a stronger focus on customer loyalty in retail.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
AppsFlyer report: hybrid monetisation reshapes app revenue
iOS

AppsFlyer report: hybrid monetisation reshapes app revenue

AppsFlyer's 2024 report reveals a shift towards hybrid monetization in apps, essential for optimising revenue as user acquisition costs rise.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
B2B buyers express dissatisfaction with current providers
Generative AI

B2B buyers express dissatisfaction with current providers

Forrester's latest report reveals over 80% of business buyers are unhappy with their providers, highlighting pressing challenges in B2B purchasing.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions
Data Protection

Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions

A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Orbus Software acquires Capsifi to enhance transformation platform
Software-as-a-Service

Orbus Software acquires Capsifi to enhance transformation platform

Orbus Software has acquired Sydney-based Capsifi to enhance its OrbusInfinity platform, aiming for a more robust enterprise transformation solution.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Equinix appoints Cyrus Adaggra as President for APAC
Digital Transformation

Equinix appoints Cyrus Adaggra as President for APAC

Equinix has appointed Cyrus Adaggra as President for the Asia-Pacific region, a role vital for addressing customer demands in a tech-driven landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
VMware customers concerned over rising costs & licensing
IT Automation

VMware customers concerned over rising costs & licensing

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.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Wildstone names Stuart Smith as new Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer

Wildstone names Stuart Smith as new Chief Financial Officer

Wildstone has appointed Stuart Smith as its new Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial activities amid its international expansion efforts.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024

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Survey reveals UK firms unprepared for 2025 skill demands
Customer Experience

Survey reveals UK firms unprepared for 2025 skill demands

A new survey reveals only 25% of employees have access to crucial new technology, signalling UK companies' unpreparedness for the challenges of 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Voluntas Elevate & Afinico partner for business growth
Artificial Intelligence

Voluntas Elevate & Afinico partner for business growth

Voluntas Elevate and Afinico have teamed up to support New Zealand businesses in scaling from $1 million to $100 million in annual revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
Loop acquires Wonderment to enhance Shopify solutions
Customer Experience

Loop acquires Wonderment to enhance Shopify solutions

Loop has acquired Wonderment to enhance its commerce operations for Shopify merchants, combining AI insights with real-time shipment tracking.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024