Digitalisation stories

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

Southeast Asia faced an alarming average of 146,944 web threats daily in H1 2024, with Malaysia leading at 19,615,255 incidents, Kaspersky warns.

Businesses in Southeast Asia faced over 24 million on-device threats in H1 2024, with Vietnam and Indonesia topping the list, according to Kaspersky.

Experts warn that rising digitalisation fuels fraud, with AI aiding cybercriminals, prompting calls for robust security and real-time threat response.

Infinigate has reported a revenue of GBP £1.2 billion for H1 2024-2025, marking a 14% year-on-year growth despite economic challenges.

Recent IDC research highlights how AI-infused low-code development is transforming APAC's application landscape, boosting innovation and productivity.

Knorr-Bremse has chosen JAGGAER's Source-to-Pay suite to enhance global supplier communications, aiming for greater efficiency and compliance.

Sharp Energy has launched an eCommerce platform for its solar modules, allowing customers across Europe to place orders 24/7 and benefit from enhanced convenience.

Mitel has unveiled its Critical Event Management solution, enhancing emergency response capabilities for businesses in the UK and Germany amidst rising threats.

A Canon Oceania report reveals that 78% of organisations in Australia and New Zealand faced print security incidents, urging enhanced cybersecurity measures.

CMD Recruitment in Swindon reports a 20% rise in SaaS job vacancies, driven by cloud adoption and demand for AI expertise amid digital transformation.

Logpoint and G'Secure Labs partner to boost cybersecurity, addressing talent shortages, regulatory demands, and rising cyber threats with enhanced SOCaaS offerings.

ANS promotes Kyle Hill to CTO, enhancing its AI and digitalisation strategies. Hill's tenure begins 1 October 2024, steering the company’s tech advancements.

PhilTower and PowerX have saved USD $1 million annually through their strategic partnership, resulting in improved efficiency, reduced emissions, and enhanced network reliability.

New research by Xero reveals 75% of New Zealand consumers prefer physical bank cards for in-store payments, but only 17% of small businesses offer mobile payment options.

As New Zealand's data needs surge, Rittal offers customisable micro data centres, enhancing control and efficiency for sectors like automotive, energy, and manufacturing.

Maxis and Singtel unveil Malaysia's first unified 5G and edge computing platform, boosting digital transformation for industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

Infinigate's Q1 FY 2024-25 saw a 16% YoY revenue boost, driven by strong European growth and strategic acquisition of Wavelink in Australia and New Zealand.

Canon Oceania's 2024 Sustainability Report highlights achievements in emissions reduction, circular economy efforts, and community initiatives, reflecting its commitment to sustainable practices.

The EU AI Act, effective 1st August 2024, heralds significant regulatory changes for businesses and tech firms, setting a global benchmark for ethical AI use.