Veeam Software, a leader in backup solutions that deliver Cloud Data Management, has announced it has acquired Kasten, a market leader for Kubernetes backup and Disaster Recovery, in a cash and stock transaction valued at US$150 million. According to 451 Research, part of S&P Global Market Intelligence, nearly three-quarters of organisations are currently using or planning […]

With lithium battery usage increasing globally, Wangbo, Marketing Director of Huawei UPS, tells us about the key benefits of this power source in a data centre setting and highlights some safety considerations and assurances. Why are lithium batteries needed? Lead-acid batteries have dominated the communications industry for decades. But, due to disadvantages such as a short cycle life, large […]

A new two-year exclusive programme rewards the most qualified and strategic partners which will provide high-level Veeam-based Professional Services and help drive Cloud Data Management across the EMEA region. Veeam Software, a leader in backup solutions that deliver Cloud Data Management, has announced its top 50 Veeam Accredited Service Partners (VASP) as well as additional […]

CEO Juice and ConnectWise have announced an integration created by CEO Juice for ConnectWise Manage and eAutomate, an enterprise resource planning (ERP) software used by a majority of MSPs focused on the office technology vertical. The ConnectWise Manage ticketing system will allow eAutomate to further enhance the customer experience by reducing redundancies in data entry, […]

Software giant, Microsoft, recently pulled its underwater data centre from the seabed floor, discovering that the 864 servers inside were eight times more reliable than those on land. After two years of being submerged under more than 100 feet of water, Microsoft has pulled its container-size data centre from the bottom of the North Sea, […]

Secureworks, a leader in software-driven security solutions, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Delve. Delve intelligently prioritises vulnerabilities at scale and in context as part of its automated vulnerability management platform. The company’s SaaS solution is powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning to provide customers with more accurate and actionable data about the […]

Equinix, a global interconnection and data centre company, has announced the appointment of Kamel Al-Tawil as its new Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa. In his role, Al-Tawil will oversee and continue to grow Equinix’s business portfolio in the region, defining the evolving strategy for the local markets. The new MENA lead brings a […]

Pulse Secure, a leading provider of software-defined Secure Access solutions, has announced the launch of Pulse Zero Trust Access (PZTA), a cloud-based, multi-tenant secure access service that enables Pulse Secure channel and MSSP partners to provide enterprise users easy, anywhere access to multi-cloud and data centre applications with Zero Trust assurance. PZTA delivers Zero Trust-as-a-Service, […]

Rahi Systems, a global IT solution provider, and Infinidat, a prominent ground-breaking data storage provider, have announced a strategic partnership that will offer high-end enterprises access to a range of innovative data storage pricing models. ‘Pay-As-You-Grow’ is one of the key models that will allow for flexibility in data capacity and data management planning, while […]

Acronis, a global leader in cyber protection, has announced the acquisition of DeviceLock, a leading provider of endpoint device/port control and data leak prevention software for enterprises and government institutions around the world. As part of the agreement, DeviceLock will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Acronis. A clear leader in endpoint data loss prevention […]