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Acquirz appoints Vickie Stacey as Data Chief amid rapid growth
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Acquirz appoints Vickie Stacey as Data Chief amid rapid growth

Acquirz appoints Vickie Stacey as Head of Data Operations amid 40% growth and plans to expand team by 33% in Cheltenham's B2B email marketing sector.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
New Enterprise AI Academy to train 10,000 professionals
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New Enterprise AI Academy to train 10,000 professionals

Corndel, alongside Imperial Executive Education and Microsoft, is launching the Enterprise AI Academy to train 10,000 professionals in AI by 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Steffan Schumacher appointed as Tuxera's new CEO
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Steffan Schumacher appointed as Tuxera's new CEO

Steffan Schumacher has been appointed CEO of Tuxera, aiming to boost revenues from EUR €25 million to EUR €100 million within the decade.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025

Global Stories

AI adoption in B2B drives revenue growth & boosts hiring
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AI adoption in B2B drives revenue growth & boosts hiring

Top B2B firms boosting AI investments and hiring, with high-growth leaders deploying AI six times more than novices, defying job loss fears.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 12th May 2025
SAP appoints Peter Moore as head of APAC partner ecosystem
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SAP appoints Peter Moore as head of APAC partner ecosystem

SAP has named Peter Moore as Head of Partner Ecosystem for Asia Pacific, aiming to boost partner collaboration amid rising cloud adoption in the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 6th May 2025
Kaspersky named leader in 2025 SPARK Matrix for cyber threat intelligence
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Kaspersky named leader in 2025 SPARK Matrix for cyber threat intelligence

Kaspersky is recognised as a Leader in the 2025 SPARK Matrix for Digital Threat Intelligence Management, praised for its advanced cyber threat intelligence services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Kaspersky tops 2024 security tests with record 97% TOP3 rate
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Kaspersky tops 2024 security tests with record 97% TOP3 rate

Kaspersky topped 91 of 95 independent cybersecurity tests in 2024, with a 97% TOP3 finish rate, marking 12 years as industry leader globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Ketan Tailor appointed as Barracuda's Chief Customer Officer
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Ketan Tailor appointed as Barracuda's Chief Customer Officer

Barracuda has appointed Ketan Tailor as Chief Customer Officer, tasked with enhancing customer experience amidst the firm's rapid cybersecurity growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Mentor Group appoints Lisa Ojomoh as new Chief Revenue Officer
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Mentor Group appoints Lisa Ojomoh as new Chief Revenue Officer

Mentor Group has appointed Lisa Ojomoh as its new Chief Revenue Officer, following 18 months in an interim role, to drive future sales and growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Craig Schutte celebrates 25 years with Gallagher Security
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Craig Schutte celebrates 25 years with Gallagher Security

Craig Schutte celebrates 25 years with Gallagher Security, reflecting on his journey from South Africa to Executive Vice President, crediting teamwork for his success.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Blackpearl Group appoints new COO for US market growth
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Blackpearl Group appoints new COO for US market growth

Blackpearl Group has appointed Christie Kerner as Chief Operating Officer to drive its US expansion, leveraging her 30 years in scaling successful businesses.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Avec appoints Jason Redman to lead growth in South Australia
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Avec appoints Jason Redman to lead growth in South Australia

Avec appoints Jason Redman as GM for South Australia to drive expansion, leveraging his 25+ years in consulting and ICT expertise in the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 14th May 2025
Australian leaders embrace AI agents to boost workplace output
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Australian leaders embrace AI agents to boost workplace output

Microsoft's Work Trend Index reveals Australia's rise of 'Frontier Firms,' where humans and AI collaborate, reshaping productivity and workforce roles.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
How to manage Communications during a cyber attack
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How to manage Communications during a cyber attack

A clear, calm communications plan is vital in a cyberattack, helping firms maintain trust and control amid rising digital threats.

By Mark Devlin • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Smartsheet announces new Chief Product Officer & General Counsel
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Smartsheet announces new Chief Product Officer & General Counsel

Smartsheet has appointed Pratima Arora as Chief Product Officer and Nick Dunn as General Counsel, aiming to bolster innovation and governance.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
AI investment rises, spurring upskilling concerns in Australia
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AI investment rises, spurring upskilling concerns in Australia

As businesses ramp up their AI investments, a new report reveals 27% of HR professionals now see workforce upskilling as their top challenge for 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Kaspersky named Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025
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Kaspersky named Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025

Kaspersky has been named the inaugural Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025, enhancing its role in the global tech landscape.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025