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SAP Concur says CFOs need strategic & people skills
Data Analytics

SAP Concur says CFOs need strategic & people skills

Most finance chiefs still need sharper strategic, people and commercial skills before boards will back them for the top job, a survey found.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Candescent names Jason Edelboim as Chief Executive Officer
Software-as-a-Service

Candescent names Jason Edelboim as Chief Executive Officer

The banking software group is betting on AI-led growth as it seeks to expand its reach across more than 1,300 institutions.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
Seccl launches Irish unit in first Europe expansion
Fintech

Seccl launches Irish unit in first Europe expansion

Customer demand is driving the move, as the Octopus-owned platform sets up an EU base to serve firms seeking cross-border investment growth.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 2 days ago
InMarket launches Maestrø beta for AI media optimisation
Software-as-a-Service

InMarket launches Maestrø beta for AI media optimisation

Brands can now adjust media spend mid-campaign as InMarket's beta platform feeds AI and human teams store-visit and purchase data in flight.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Finite State to spotlight automotive supply chain security
Cloud Security

Finite State to spotlight automotive supply chain security

Carmakers face tougher proof requirements as software-heavy vehicles multiply vulnerabilities across suppliers, apps and cloud systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Dragos launches EmberAI for operational technology security
Manufacturing

Dragos launches EmberAI for operational technology security

Analysts at critical infrastructure sites can now use a specialised AI tool that keeps data in-house and speeds OT threat response.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Sapiens names Krish Datta as APAC Executive Vice President
Digital Transformation

Sapiens names Krish Datta as APAC Executive Vice President

Asia Pacific insurers are set to see more AI-driven system renewal as Sapiens steps up its regional push with a senior hire.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Perion launches Ask Perion for self-serve ad planning
Software-as-a-Service

Perion launches Ask Perion for self-serve ad planning

Marketers juggling multiple ad channels may cut planning time as Perion rolls out AI tools that turn briefs and data into media plans.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 4 days ago
Glean adopts Nile network service to speed AI growth
Software-as-a-Service

Glean adopts Nile network service to speed AI growth

Network speeds jumped and support tickets nearly vanished after the rollout, easing pressure on a lean IT team as AI use expands.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Jamf launches AI governance for Mac fleets in enterprises
Data Protection

Jamf launches AI governance for Mac fleets in enterprises

IT teams on Apple fleets can now set rules, spot unsanctioned tools and generate compliance reports as AI use spreads across Macs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Shufti named G2 leader in identity verification grid
Software-as-a-Service

Shufti named G2 leader in identity verification grid

Customer reviews have pushed Shufti into G2's top tier, signalling stronger demand for its identity checks and anti-money laundering tools.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
UK firms struggle to reach customers online, study says
Digital Transformation

UK firms struggle to reach customers online, study says

Rising ad costs and changing algorithms are leaving many UK firms with little visibility over which digital channels win customers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Netskrt to support FIFA World Cup streaming delivery
Digital Transformation

Netskrt to support FIFA World Cup streaming delivery

Streaming platforms face major pressure as Netskrt takes on the World Cup, where demand is expected to top 1.5 billion viewers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week

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Australian Computer Society appoints Prins Ralston as CEO
Local government

Australian Computer Society appoints Prins Ralston as CEO

The appointment brings continuity to the technology body as it steps up pressure to bolster member services and Australia's digital skills pipeline.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Intezer launches MCP server for security AI agents
Security Information and Event Management

Intezer launches MCP server for security AI agents

The new server lets security teams feed Claude and Codex with case history and triage logic, reducing manual alert handling.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 4 days ago
Professor Cori Stewart wins AI leadership scholarship
Robotics

Professor Cori Stewart wins AI leadership scholarship

The award will send the ARM Hub founder to Stanford, bolstering efforts to push AI into Australian manufacturing and policy.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Magic launches postcode buyer density tool for B2B
Marketing Technologies

Magic launches postcode buyer density tool for B2B

Trials cut media wastage by up to 30% as the postcode-level analysis helps B2B marketers focus spend on higher-value buyers.

By Regine Laguilles • 3 min read • Last week
Figure buys Kiavi in USD $717 million blockchain deal
Fintech

Figure buys Kiavi in USD $717 million blockchain deal

The deal will add more than USD $7 billion a year in first-lien volume and strengthen Figure's push into blockchain-based lending.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week