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KOMI Group reports 45% annual turnover growth in 2025

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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KOMI Group has announced a remarkable 45% rise in annual turnover, bolstered by a 77% surge in Q4 revenues, as the Manchester-based digital media firm plans US expansion.
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DoiT acquires PerfectScale for Kubernetes optimisation

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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DoiT has acquired PerfectScale, a Kubernetes optimisation platform, to bolster its ability to manage and secure containerised workloads more efficiently.
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AttackIQ expands with DeepSurface's cybersecurity expertise

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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AttackIQ has acquired DeepSurface to enhance its cybersecurity services, aiming to improve risk management and bolster protections against cyber threats.
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Appfire acquires Flow from Pluralsight to enhance portfolio

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Appfire has acquired Flow, a prominent Software Engineering Intelligence platform, from Pluralsight, aiming to boost support for engineering teams.
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Databricks acquires BladeBridge to boost SQL migrations

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Databricks has acquired BladeBridge to simplify enterprise data warehouse migrations, aiming to enhance efficiency and performance for over ten thousand customers.
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UBS report: entrepreneurs eye AI for industry growth

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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UBS has launched its first Global Entrepreneur Report, revealing that 62% of entrepreneurs see AI as their greatest business opportunity amidst economic uncertainties.
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Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.
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Full-funnel strategies boost ecommerce conversion rates 38%

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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google
A recent report from Nest Commerce reveals a 38% boost in year-on-year conversion rates for ecommerce brands using full-funnel strategies, amidst a £100 million media spend.
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Employment Hero reaches AUD $250M in annual recurring revenue

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Employment Hero has surpassed AUD $250 million in annualised recurring revenue, bolstering its mission to streamline employment processes for over 300,000 global businesses.
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Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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network infrastructure
Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, enhancing its Managed Detection and Response services for over 28,000 global organisations.
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IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.
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Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance

Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
Arctic Wolf has acquired BlackBerry's Cylance to boost its Aurora platform, integrating advanced AI-driven security capabilities for enhanced endpoint protection.
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Mirantis unveils Rockoon to simplify OpenStack on Kubernetes

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Mirantis has unveiled Rockoon, an open-source toolset aimed at simplifying OpenStack management on Kubernetes amidst rising interest following Broadcom's VMware acquisition.
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Nextiva survey reveals CX's growing importance for revenue

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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A recent survey reveals a pivotal shift in customer experience's significance, with 96% of CX leaders reporting corporate recognition as a revenue driver.
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BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform and reported record profits in 2024, marking a historic financial success for the firm.
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DoiT earns dual Microsoft partner designations for Azure

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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DoiT has secured two prestigious Microsoft partner designations, boosting its capabilities in Modern Work and Digital & App Innovation on Azure.
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VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
A new study by SplitMetrics reveals a remarkable 60% increase in new Android VR game users, with 13 million joining in 2024, marking record growth.
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LG acquires majority of Bear Robotics to boost AI robots

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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LG Electronics has acquired a controlling 51% stake in Bear Robotics, enhancing its AI-driven robotics capabilities as part of a strategic growth initiative.
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Battle for survival: Turning peak season learnings into 2025 strategies

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Retailers face a survival battle in 2025, with economic pressures and customer expectations reshaping the eCommerce landscape following a strong 2024 peak season.
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Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.