UK Stories

Peter Birks appointed new CEO of Velstar, succeeds Dan Sheard

Peter Birks has been named CEO of Velstar, with founder Dan Sheard transitioning to focus on growth and partnerships. Velstar projects a revenue of GBP £10 million for 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Data Analytics

UK election impact on tech sectors critical – industry

The upcoming UK General Election is set to influence pivotal sectors, with industry leaders urging strategic investments in the NHS and technology to ensure sustainable growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024

Global Stories

Storage

Qumulo appoints Douglas Gourlay as new president & CEO

Qumulo appoints Douglas Gourlay as CEO and President, tasking the former Arista Networks exec with driving the next growth phase amid AI and cloud innovations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Digital Transformation

StarHub partners with ServiceNow on new enterprise service platform

StarHub unveils a strategic partnership with ServiceNow, integrating Enterprise Solutions with the Now Platform to revolutionise enterprise service management across industries.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024

Marketing Technologies

Fujitsu & ANU partner to boost quantum computing in Australia

Fujitsu and the Australian National University sign an MoU to advance quantum computing in Australia, offering local researchers access to cutting-edge facilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024

Risk & Compliance

Rapid7 to acquire Noetic Cyber to boost security operations

Rapid7 to acquire Noetic Cyber, aiming to bolster its security ops platform with enhanced visibility and threat management. Expected closure: Q3 fiscal 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024

Hyperscale

Advent One appoints Jason Dixon as new CEO, John Twine shifts role

Advent One appoints Jason Dixon as CEO, succeeding John Twine. Twine remains on the Board as Non-Executive Director. The company eyes continued growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024

Digital Transformation

NTT DATA appoints David McKeering as CEO for ANZ operations

NTT DATA has appointed David McKeering as CEO for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost regional growth after a merger valued at over USD $30 billion.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024

EduTech

Learnosity launches AI Labs, creating 20 new tech roles

Learnosity launches AI Labs, creating 20 new R&D roles for driving AI innovation in edtech; CEO Cooney pledges to democratise advanced technology for educators.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024

NPS

Colt DCS reduces emissions by 40% in sustainability push

Colt Data Centre Services has cut global greenhouse gas emissions by 40% since 2019, keeping on track for its 1.5°C 2030 targets.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024

Data Analytics

Pax8 appoints Eric Stevens as new Chief AI Officer

Pax8 has named Eric Stevens as its new Chief AI Officer, entrusting him with driving AI innovation and transforming the company's Marketplace under CEO Scott Chasin.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Software-as-a-Service

Joel Smith named CEO as Affinity Payroll eyes major growth

Affinity Payroll promotes Joel Smith to CEO as the company plans to triple its business size in three years, focusing on new markets and innovative solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

EduTech

PDG completes phase one of AI-ready data centre in Johor

Princeton Digital Group completes Phase One of its 150MW AI-ready JH1 data centre in Johor, advancing digital infrastructure in SE Asia with MYR 1.276 billion green loan.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Enterprise Content Management

Kudosity names Victoria Whitby as new managing director

Kudosity appoints seasoned tech executive Victoria Whitby as new managing director to drive growth starting July 2024, marking a key milestone for expansion.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024

Marketing Technologies

Healthengine appoints David Watson as new Chief Commercial Officer

Australia's top healthcare marketplace, Healthengine, names David Watson as new CCO, set to enhance commercial strategies and foster growth from July.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024

Power / Energy

Logicalis report highlights CIOs' commitment to sustainability

Logicalis' tenth annual CIO Report reveals 92% of global CIOs are investing in sustainability this year, driven by regulations, employee expectations, and market demands.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024