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How giving Stock Exchange announcements a human touch can boost Your brand
Chief Financial Officer

How giving Stock Exchange announcements a human touch can boost Your brand

Stock exchange announcements needn't be dull; infusing them with human stories can enhance brand visibility and inspire stakeholder confidence.

By Mark Devlin • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
Employment Hero UK ARR grows 125%, with focus on SMEs
Employment

Employment Hero UK ARR grows 125%, with focus on SMEs

Employment Hero has more than doubled its annual recurring revenue in the UK, now exceeding GBP £125 million, and increased its workforce by 60%.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
Markel adopts Guidewire Cloud for claims transformation
Customer Experience

Markel adopts Guidewire Cloud for claims transformation

Markel has transitioned to Guidewire Cloud to enhance its claims and IT operations, signalling a move towards a more efficient cloud-based infrastructure.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Ciphr launches innovative cloud-based payroll software
Digital Transformation

Ciphr launches innovative cloud-based payroll software

Ciphr has launched its new cloud-based payroll software, Ciphr payroll, designed to streamline processes for UK businesses and reduce manual tasks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Ciphr unveils new cloud payroll software for UK market
Human Capital Management

Ciphr unveils new cloud payroll software for UK market

Ciphr has unveiled its innovative cloud-based payroll software, Ciphr payroll, designed to streamline payroll processes for UK businesses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

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Deel secures significant $300 million from new investors
Software-as-a-Service

Deel secures significant $300 million from new investors

Deel has secured nearly $300 million from new anchor investors, pushing its annual run-rate to $800 million, a 70% year-on-year growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
HubSpot opens first Australian data centre in Sydney
Digital Transformation

HubSpot opens first Australian data centre in Sydney

HubSpot has launched its first data centre in Australia, enabling local businesses to enhance performance and data sovereignty while meeting compliance needs.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Hannah Kimuyu promoted to CEO at Brave Bison
eCommerce

Hannah Kimuyu promoted to CEO at Brave Bison

Brave Bison has appointed Hannah Kimuyu as CEO of its newly formed Performance and Commerce division, overseeing over 120 staff across 30 markets.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Amazon leads Australian marketplace as Catch closes down
eCommerce

Amazon leads Australian marketplace as Catch closes down

Amazon continues to dominate Australia's marketplace sector, as trust in competitors like Shein and Temu declines, according to the latest consumer report.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

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The critical role of PR in mitigating risk during mergers & acquisitions
Chief Financial Officer

The critical role of PR in mitigating risk during mergers & acquisitions

In the volatile arena of mergers and acquisitions, effective public relations is essential for CFOs to manage stakeholder emotions and maintain trust.

By Mark Devlin • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
NZ Safety Blackwoods halves cycle time with tech upgrade
Supply Chain

NZ Safety Blackwoods halves cycle time with tech upgrade

NZ Safety Blackwoods has halved the time for its annual cycle count after implementing Manhattan SCALE, boosting efficiency and reducing picking errors significantly.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
Kaspersky partners VSTECS to boost cybersecurity in Singapore
Digital Transformation

Kaspersky partners VSTECS to boost cybersecurity in Singapore

Kaspersky has partnered with VSTECS Singapore to bolster cybersecurity for local businesses, responding to significant cyber threats in the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
SECO partners with impact.com to boost Senheng app usage
Unified Communications

SECO partners with impact.com to boost Senheng app usage

S Ecosystem has teamed up with impact.com to boost its Senheng mobile app's user base and affiliate programme, aiming to enhance community engagement.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Optus accelerates 5G rollout in regional Australia
Unified Communications

Optus accelerates 5G rollout in regional Australia

Optus has launched its 5G network rollout in regional Australia, aiming to boost coverage significantly and complete the nationwide rollout two years ahead of schedule.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Superloop appoints Jason Ashton to leadership role
Unified Communications

Superloop appoints Jason Ashton to leadership role

Superloop has appointed Jason Ashton as Group Executive for Corporate Development & Smart Communities, boosting its leadership team.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand
Physical Security

Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand

A new Norton survey reveals alarming trends in online dating in New Zealand, with over half of users encountering scams on dating apps weekly.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Sectigo acquires Entrust's certificate business to expand
Encryption

Sectigo acquires Entrust's certificate business to expand

Sectigo has acquired Entrust's public certificate business, doubling its operations and enhancing its market presence in the rapidly evolving digital security landscape.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025