Cybersecurity provider Tesserent joins forces with Kiwi Optic Security Group
Tesserent, an Aussie cybersecurity provider has announced that it is signing a joint venture agreement with Optic Security Group, a Kiwi security firm. Joint Venture will combine the Cyber 360 security capabilities of Tesserent with the Optic’s physical asset and infrastructure protection expertise to offer...
Telstra announces historic & ‘most significant’ restructuring plans
Australian telecom giant Telstra announced its plans for its most significant and historic restructure since 1997. The company has plans to split its business into three separate units. This also includes positioning to spin-off Telstra’s infrastructure assets. InfraCo, the company’s infrastructure business will be split...
Data encryption provider IXUP appoints new CEO & MD Marcus Gracey
Australian data encryption provider IXUP has announced the appointment of Marcus Gracey as its new CEO and Managing Director. He will step into the shoes of Peter Leihn who vacated his place at the publicly-listed company in May 2020. Previously, Gracey was the COO for...
ACMA Calls for Enhanced Transparency from Telcos
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has proposed a new set of rules for telcos. These rules will require telecoms to disclose all their customer service commitments which include back up modems and rebates in case of any malfunctions. According to a statement released...
Cloud service provider DC Two to float on the ASX as DC2
Managed cloud service provider DC Two is all set to make its debut on the ASX after raising $5.5 million via its Initial Public Offering (IPO). DC Two said the proceeds of the IPO will be used to grow its cloud service offerings. It will...
UCaaS vendor Access4 to add call analytics to its SASBOSS platform
Introduction Unified communications-as-a-service (UCaaS) vendor Access4 announced that it has added cutting-edge call analytics capabilities to its SASBOSS platform through a partnership with vendor Tollring. The Australian UCaaS vendor has combined the iCall Suite call analytics software with its platform which gives it performance measurement...
Shareholders of Aussie telecom firm OptiComm approve Uniti acquisition
Telecommunications company OptiComm shareholders have approved the acquisition of ASX-listed telecom firm Uniti Group by voting in favour of the proposed bid. The announcement was made by Uniti on 9th November 2020 saying that the vote was overwhelmingly in the favour of the proposed bid,...
Managed service provider Dynamic Business Technologies acquires Connect
Microsoft partner Connect (Aust) Pty Ltd has been acquired by Newcastle-based managed service provider Dynamic Business Technologies (DBT) for an undisclosed amount. Dynamic Business Technologies specialises in modern workplace solutions, particularly Microsoft 365 cloud solutions. Connect offers similar services for its medical and dental clientele. The...
SaaS vendor ReadyTech acquires Open Office for $72 million
ReadyTech, a Software-as-a-service vendor based in New South Wales has announced its plan to buy Open Office, a Melbourne-based government software expert. As a part of this deal, the ASX-listed ReadyTech will pay $54 million upfront to Open Office and an earn-out of $18 million...
Edge Computing vs Cloud Computing: Meaning, Types, Examples & Differences
Edge computing vs cloud computing – An increasing number of organizations are debating these options. Most people are familiar with the cloud but edge computing is a relatively new concept. The question is, is there a need for a technology like edge computing when cloud...
