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Cork Cyber launches AI tool to catch MSP blind spots
Disaster Recovery

Cork Cyber launches AI tool to catch MSP blind spots

Managed service providers could spot missing protections and wasted licences sooner as the new engine pulls data from existing security tools.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Asia Pacific technology spend to rise 9.3% in 2026
Digital Transformation

Asia Pacific technology spend to rise 9.3% in 2026

Inflation, tariffs and geopolitical risk will erode the value of a forecast 9.3% rise in Asia Pacific technology spending next year.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Rocketlane raises USD $60m to expand AI services platform
Software-as-a-Service

Rocketlane raises USD $60m to expand AI services platform

The funding will speed Rocketlane’s overseas push and deepen its AI tools as enterprise demand grows for services teams that can deliver AI rollouts.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
BT wins GBP £200 million NIE Networks connectivity deal
Network Infrastructure

BT wins GBP £200 million NIE Networks connectivity deal

The multi-year pact should bolster Northern Ireland’s power resilience as utilities face rising cyber threats and ageing infrastructure.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Tata Communications launches resilient data centre service
Disaster Recovery

Tata Communications launches resilient data centre service

Tata Communications has unveiled a self-healing global data centre connectivity platform, promising 99.99% uptime and up to 30% cost savings.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Abacus adopts single brand after Medicus IT merger
Data Protection

Abacus adopts single brand after Medicus IT merger

Abacus unveils a single global brand after its merger with Medicus IT, uniting financial and healthcare cybersecurity under one banner.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Cork Cyber unveils AI engine for MSP asset oversight
Disaster Recovery

Cork Cyber unveils AI engine for MSP asset oversight

Cork Cyber unveils an AI-driven asset analysis engine for MSPs, tackling zombie assets, coverage gaps and licence waste across client estates.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Persistent appoints Hari Abhyankar to lead private equity
Data Analytics

Persistent appoints Hari Abhyankar to lead private equity

Persistent hires Hari Abhyankar as EVP and global head of private equity, sharpening its push into investor and professional services markets.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2026

Stories from Other Regions

IT services stories

HPE updates Complete Care with AI tools for hybrid IT
Hybrid Cloud

HPE updates Complete Care with AI tools for hybrid IT

The revamp aims to ease hybrid IT headaches for Singapore and Southeast Asian firms as AI projects strain ageing systems and fragmented support.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
Baidam names Sheridan-Roddick Chief Revenue Officer
Security Operations Centres

Baidam names Sheridan-Roddick Chief Revenue Officer

The promotion is intended to strengthen Baidam’s growth plans as it broadens its executive team and sales leadership in Sydney.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
GTIA opens ChannelCon 2026 registration in San Diego
Digital Transformation

GTIA opens ChannelCon 2026 registration in San Diego

Attendees can now book a place at San Diego's ChannelCon 2026, where GTIA will launch a new AI awards programme and offer free member entry.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
Ottawa IT firms merge to boost cybersecurity advisory
Data Protection

Ottawa IT firms merge to boost cybersecurity advisory

Customers in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario will gain broader cybersecurity and AI advice as the merged firm keeps local ownership and uninterrupted service.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
Johnny Carpenter makes CRN Channel Leaders EMEA list
Data Protection

Johnny Carpenter makes CRN Channel Leaders EMEA list

The recognition underscores 11:11 Systems’ push to win partners as it expands its VMware cloud business across EMEA.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
CirrusHQ hires Matt Smith to lead UK sales growth push drive
Virtualisation

CirrusHQ hires Matt Smith to lead UK sales growth push drive

The hire comes as customers seek stronger cloud security and resilience guidance while tighter budgets and cyber threats reshape spending priorities.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Wildfire wins Apogee, Cadence & SNP Group PR briefs
Digital Transformation

Wildfire wins Apogee, Cadence & SNP Group PR briefs

The agency’s start of year momentum expands its B2B technology roster, with briefs spanning UK, EU and managed services communications.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
CWCS opens Nottingham data centre to boost capacity
Disaster Recovery

CWCS opens Nottingham data centre to boost capacity

The Beeston site gives customers more secure rack space and lower-energy hosting as CWCS doubles down on colocation demand.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Two-in-five Irish workers say AI is essential at work
Data Protection

Two-in-five Irish workers say AI is essential at work

Widespread use of AI in Irish offices is outpacing training and controls, with some staff handling contracts and confidential data unsafely.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Mintivo signs IT support deal with Prospect Hospice
Disaster Recovery

Mintivo signs IT support deal with Prospect Hospice

Prospect Hospice appoints Mintivo to overhaul IT support, aiming to boost system reliability and free staff to focus on patient care.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026