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Acumatica embeds AI across cloud ERP in 2026 R2 update
Software-as-a-Service

Acumatica embeds AI across cloud ERP in 2026 R2 update

Mid-market users will get embedded AI, a new analytics layer and industry-specific upgrades as routine ERP tasks shift onto Acumatica's 2026 R2 platform.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Most enterprise storage sits idle, CTERA study finds
Data Protection

Most enterprise storage sits idle, CTERA study finds

Active data makes up just 4.4% of enterprise storage, raising costs, security exposure and AI search quality concerns for firms.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
Fraudulent hires get credentials before detection, HYPR
Multi-factor authentication

Fraudulent hires get credentials before detection, HYPR

Most fake hires are exposed only after getting system access, leaving companies vulnerable for days and often weeks before a fraud is spotted.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
FIOR appoints Sir Tom Copinger-Symes to advise on AI
Digital Transformation

FIOR appoints Sir Tom Copinger-Symes to advise on AI

The appointment comes as firms race to secure autonomous AI agents that can access systems and physical infrastructure without human oversight.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
Intel, Atsign boost secure agentic AI for transport
Robotics

Intel, Atsign boost secure agentic AI for transport

Encrypted data exchanges in smart transport can now run far faster on Intel chips, easing a key barrier to edge AI deployment.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
ANYbotics adds door access for ANYmal inspection robots
Robotics

ANYbotics adds door access for ANYmal inspection robots

The upgrade lets inspection robots reach critical plant assets behind locked doors, cutting manual work while keeping security and fire controls intact.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last week
Cybersecurity gap widens in access control controllers
Data Protection

Cybersecurity gap widens in access control controllers

More organisations are treating access control controllers as strategic infrastructure, even as missing cybersecurity features rise to 32% of systems.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
TrendAI adds Claude session visibility for security teams
Data Protection

TrendAI adds Claude session visibility for security teams

Security teams can now trace prompts, responses and tool calls from Claude Code and Cowork alongside other enterprise signals.

By Raphael Veloso • 3 min read • Last week
AI agents drive new cyber risk, Keeper Security warns
Data Protection

AI agents drive new cyber risk, Keeper Security warns

A surge in non-human identities is leaving businesses more exposed, with privileged access risks now stretching beyond staff to AI agents and machine accounts.

By Sean Mitchell • 7 min read • Last week
HPE lifts networking outlook on AI demand & Juniper savings
Firewalls

HPE lifts networking outlook on AI demand & Juniper savings

AI-related demand is set to boost HPE's networking growth, with the company now forecasting higher margins and USD $800 million in Juniper savings by 2028.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last week
Keeper & SailPoint link up to automate access control
Privileged Access Management

Keeper & SailPoint link up to automate access control

The link should cut manual offboarding and audit work for security teams by tying SailPoint approvals directly to Keeper-managed privileges.

By Raphael Veloso • 3 min read • Last week
Jabra launches retail headset & cloud management platform
Unified Communications

Jabra launches retail headset & cloud management platform

Retailers can now centralise headset fleets across stores as Jabra's new platform aims to cut IT support demands and speed frontline communications.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last week
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Space for team collaboration
Software-as-a-Service

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Space for team collaboration

Teams can now share projects and documents in ChatGPT, as OpenAI pushes the service deeper into everyday office workflows.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
Bitdefender launches AI Guardian beta for Mac agents
Endpoint Protection

Bitdefender launches AI Guardian beta for Mac agents

Mac developers using autonomous agents now get a free beta tool that blocks risky actions before tools, files or credentials are exposed.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week

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Merge & Convergint Australia forge strategic alliance
Physical Security

Merge & Convergint Australia forge strategic alliance

The tie-up aims to give Australian customers more joined-up workplace, audio-visual and security services as demand grows for integrated office systems.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Today
Gallagher names Brad Sheen to lead NSW & ACT growth
Data centers

Gallagher names Brad Sheen to lead NSW & ACT growth

The hire is aimed at deepening Gallagher's foothold in NSW and the ACT, with a focus on bigger customers in data centres, government and utilities.

By Raphael Veloso • 3 min read • Last week
Why telecommunications subscriber records need zero standing privilege
Data Protection

Why telecommunications subscriber records need zero standing privilege

Singapore regulators are pressing firms to stop using identity numbers for authentication as leaked telecom records can fuel years of impersonation fraud.

By Takanori Nishiyama • 2 min read • Last week