Omdia stories

Global PC shipments are set to slump 12% in 2026 as memory shortages push component costs sharply higher and force up system prices.

Schneider Electric launches EcoStruxure Foxboro SDA, an open software-defined DCS aimed at flexible, hardware-agnostic industrial control.

Panzura rolls out CloudFS 8.7 to help AEC firms unify project files, cut storage overheads and ready data estates for agentic AI workflows.

Cohesity deepens its Cyera tie-up, embedding DSPM into its data cloud to sharpen discovery, classification and cyber recovery at scale.

AI is boosting jobs and returns for many firms, but poor data readiness, governance gaps and shadow tools threaten to stall progress.

WatchGuard marks 30 years in cybersecurity, touting MSP-first strategy, 25,000 partners and a unified, automated security platform.

Qlik rolls out agentic AI and an MCP server in Qlik Cloud, linking governed analytics to third-party assistants like Anthropic Claude.

Infobip promotes four long-serving executives to refreshed leadership roles, adding a Chief Innovation Officer and elevating alliances to the Board.

Cloud marketplaces and SaaS are set to transform global IT spend, with Omdia forecasting USD $163 billion marketplace sales by 2030.

Trend Micro launches an AI Security Package offering centralised risk management and analytics to protect organisations from vulnerabilities in AI applications.

Barracuda Networks launches Barracuda Assistant, an AI tool boosting security teams' efficiency amid rising cyberattack complexity and volume.

Qualys upgrades its Enterprise TruRisk Management platform with AI-driven identity security, threat prioritisation, and exploit validation to tackle complex cyber risks.

CrowdStrike partners can earn up to USD $7 in services revenue for every USD $1 spent on its Falcon platform, boosting profitability and growth prospects.

Twilio has launched global RCS messaging, enabling businesses to send branded, interactive messages, boosting engagement and trust across 20 countries.

Genetec has held its top global spot in video surveillance software, leading in VSaaS and growing market share across Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific regions.

Celona launches AerFlex, a cloud-managed private 5G solution designed to simplify deployment and management for enterprises embracing AI and automation.

Sinch is named a Leader in Omdia's CPaaS 2025 report, scoring highly in innovation and go-to-market strategy with strong global customer engagement.

AppOmni launches the world's first SaaS security Model Context Protocol server, speeding up incident investigations and enhancing AI-driven security tool integration.

Vultr is recognised in Omdia's 2025 Sovereign Cloud report for its agile cloud solutions that keep data within national borders, addressing strict privacy laws.

Acronis blocked over 7.5m cyberattacks last year, expanding its security tools and partner base, securing Champion status in Canalys's Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix.