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Rising tariffs drive North American firms to boost FX hedging
Digital Transformation

Rising tariffs drive North American firms to boost FX hedging

Rising US tariffs have sparked a surge in FX hedging among 91% of North American firms, despite costs climbing 76%, as businesses fight currency-driven profit hits.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
UbiSim unveils AI tools to transform virtual nursing education
Artificial Intelligence

UbiSim unveils AI tools to transform virtual nursing education

UbiSim launches AI-powered updates to its VR nursing education platform, enhancing personalised scenarios and expanding clinical training tools for students and educators.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
Citrix appoints Arrow as exclusive distributor for regions
Virtualisation

Citrix appoints Arrow as exclusive distributor for regions

Citrix has appointed Arrow Electronics as its exclusive mid-market distributor in North America and Europe, effective March 2025, enhancing partner flexibility.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Device Authority enhances IoT security tools for MSSPs
Cloud Security

Device Authority enhances IoT security tools for MSSPs

Device Authority is boosting its support for Managed Service Security Providers in North America with new security tools and investments to enhance IoT management.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
SenSen appoints Leah Quintana to lead North America growth
Smart Cities

SenSen appoints Leah Quintana to lead North America growth

SenSen, the Australian AI firm focused on urban management, has appointed Leah Quintana as Head of Strategic Alliances to drive growth in North America.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Exclusive Networks names Jason Beal as President Americas
Cybersecurity

Exclusive Networks names Jason Beal as President Americas

Exclusive Networks has appointed Jason Beal as President Americas, succeeding Brian Vincik, to strengthen its cybersecurity presence in North America.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Mindgard secures $8m to expand AI security solutions and market reach
Application Security

Mindgard secures $8m to expand AI security solutions and market reach

Mindgard, a UK startup focused on AI security, has raised $8 million in seed funding to boost R&D and expand into the US market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
impact.com reports record growth & USD $200m revenue in 2024
Marketing Technologies

impact.com reports record growth & USD $200m revenue in 2024

impact.com has reported strong growth for 2024, adding over 1,000 clients and surpassing USD $200 million in annual recurring revenue amid global challenges.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
TeamViewer acquires 1E in USD $720 million landmark deal
Endpoint Detection and Response

TeamViewer acquires 1E in USD $720 million landmark deal

TeamViewer has announced the acquisition of London-based 1E for USD $720 million, aiming to enhance its digital workplace offerings by 2025.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
TeamViewer acquires 1E for USD $720M enhancing DEX tools
Human Capital Management

TeamViewer acquires 1E for USD $720M enhancing DEX tools

TeamViewer has announced its largest acquisition to date, acquiring 1E for USD $720 million to enhance its digital employee experience solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Josef secures more funding to enhance legal AI offering
Marketing Technologies

Josef secures more funding to enhance legal AI offering

Josef has secured new funding to enhance its AI-driven tool, Josef Q, capitalising on strong demand from corporate legal teams since its North American launch.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Sensay CEO urges user-friendly approach to boost AI uptake
Artificial Intelligence

Sensay CEO urges user-friendly approach to boost AI uptake

Dan Thomson, CEO of Sensay, claims the low use of AI tools stems from their complexity, urging businesses to enhance user-friendliness to boost adoption.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Auror raises AUD $72.6m to tackle retail crime globally
Physical Security

Auror raises AUD $72.6m to tackle retail crime globally

Auror has raised AUD $72.6 million in Series C funding to enhance its retail crime-fighting technology and expand into North America and the UK.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
New study calls for a human-first approach in AI workplaces
Unified Communications

New study calls for a human-first approach in AI workplaces

A new study by Unit4 advocates a human-first strategy for creating AI-driven workplaces, highlighting the need for cultural shifts and expert roles.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
EasyDMARC appoints Allan Richards to boost global MSP growth
Email Security

EasyDMARC appoints Allan Richards to boost global MSP growth

EasyDMARC has appointed Allan Richards as its new Global MSP Growth Lead to strengthen its partner relationships and boost email security solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

North American stories

San Jose Sharks turn to AI partners to revolutionise hockey tactics
Artificial Intelligence

San Jose Sharks turn to AI partners to revolutionise hockey tactics

The San Jose Sharks partner with Cambridge Consultants and Sportsology to integrate AI in hockey coaching, aiming to revolutionise tactics with data-driven insights.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
Spencer Building to boost data centre capacity in Canada
Unified Communications

Spencer Building to boost data centre capacity in Canada

Spencer Building Carrier Hotel in Vancouver is expanding its facilities, adding two new data halls to address soaring demand for data centre services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Dotlines UK unveils Audra Security for homes & businesses
Network Infrastructure

Dotlines UK unveils Audra Security for homes & businesses

Dotlines UK is launching Audra Security, an affordable suite of products for homes and small businesses, aiming to simplify internet safety across the UK.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024