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UK unveils Cyber Security & Resilience Bill advancements
EduTech

UK unveils Cyber Security & Resilience Bill advancements

The UK government has unveiled the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, aiming to bolster protections for critical infrastructure against rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
UK cyber security bill under scrutiny for key omissions
Firewalls

UK cyber security bill under scrutiny for key omissions

The UK government has introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill aimed at strengthening national infrastructure, though experts warn it may lack key provisions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

Global Stories

M Group to acquire Telent as growth lifts revenue to GBP £3bn
Network Infrastructure

M Group to acquire Telent as growth lifts revenue to GBP £3bn

M Group to acquire Telent, enhancing digital infrastructure services and expanding sector reach, pending regulatory approval in the UK and Ireland.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
UK urged to modernise R&D tax relief as China races ahead
Physical Security

UK urged to modernise R&D tax relief as China races ahead

China's rise in R&D spending challenges global competition norms, prompting calls for the UK to urgently reform its complex R&D tax relief system to stay competitive.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Apr 2025
Kacific wins SIG award for Asia-Pacific satellite internet push
Unified Communications

Kacific wins SIG award for Asia-Pacific satellite internet push

Kacific Broadband Satellites Group won the Best Cooperation Award at the Satcoms Innovation Group 2025 Awards for expanding internet in Asia-Pacific.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Apr 2025
Audit reform urged to strengthen UK's digital resilience
Data Protection

Audit reform urged to strengthen UK's digital resilience

ISACA and CIIA urge UK Government to expedite audit reform legislation to bolster digital resilience amid rising cyber threats and economic risks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
AI success linked to digital overhaul, says Boomi chief
Software-as-a-Service

AI success linked to digital overhaul, says Boomi chief

Boomi's CEO Steve Lucas warns in his new book that AI's success hinges on a digital overhaul, urging leaders to unify systems and data for true transformation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Cloudflare launches Realtime suite for AI app development
Unified Communications

Cloudflare launches Realtime suite for AI app development

Cloudflare has unveiled Cloudflare Realtime, a new suite aimed at simplifying the development of real-time audio, video, and AI applications for developers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
APAC consumers torn between AI benefits & privacy risks
Data Privacy

APAC consumers torn between AI benefits & privacy risks

A new F5 study reveals that while consumers in APAC embrace AI for productivity, they harbour serious concerns about privacy, job security, and ethical use.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Legrand acquires CRS to boost ANZ data centre presence
Manufacturing

Legrand acquires CRS to boost ANZ data centre presence

Legrand has acquired Computer Room Solutions for AUD $50 million, enhancing its data centre offerings and solidifying its presence in the ANZ market.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
SonicWall launches SonicSentry MXDR for managed service providers
Firewalls

SonicWall launches SonicSentry MXDR for managed service providers

SonicWall has unveiled SonicSentry MXDR, a managed detection and response service designed to bolster cybersecurity for managed service providers and their clients.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

How to manage Communications during a cyber attack
Data Protection

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
Cisco reveals just 19% of NZ firms ready for AI uptake
Partner Programmes

Cisco reveals just 19% of NZ firms ready for AI uptake

A new report by Cisco reveals that just 19% of New Zealand organisations are fully prepared for AI technology, despite a surge in investment and urgency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Swoop completes first FTTP network in Western Australia
Gaming

Swoop completes first FTTP network in Western Australia

Swoop has launched its first Fibre-to-the-Premises network in Western Australia, connecting 1,000 homes in Seacrest Estate to ultra-fast broadband.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Seqwater relies on ATech for seamless cyclone coverage
Cybersecurity

Seqwater relies on ATech for seamless cyclone coverage

During Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Seqwater and a local council maintained vital online services thanks to ATech's resilient cloud hosting in Queensland.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Kinetic IT recognised in Australia's top managed awards
Deloitte

Kinetic IT recognised in Australia's top managed awards

Kinetic IT has secured its place among Australia's Best Managed Companies for the fourth consecutive year, lauded for excellence in innovation and growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Atsushi Kubo appointed CEO to lead Telehouse Canada expansion
Digital Transformation

Atsushi Kubo appointed CEO to lead Telehouse Canada expansion

Atsushi Kubo has been named CEO of Telehouse Canada to spearhead expansion and strengthen its position in the Canadian data centre and connectivity market.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025