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AskNicely & JAVLN partner to boost broker retention

The tie-up could help brokers spot at-risk clients earlier by linking service records with real-time feedback before renewals are due.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week

Global Stories

Microsoft 365 stories

Phishing

IRONSCALES names Laura Beaulieu Chief Marketing Officer

The appointment comes as the email security company widens its pitch beyond phishing to account takeover and deepfake risks across workplace tools.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Partner Programmes

Moterra AI wins Select status in Anthropic's network

External validation from Anthropic could help Moterra AI win more clients as it expands its Claude deployment work across the UK and Europe.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Malware

Commvault adds Microsoft 365 tools to spot safe backups

The new add-ons aim to help businesses avoid restoring infected files after cyberattacks, as Microsoft 365 remains a prime target for ransomware.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week

Customer Relationship Management

Luware launches NimbusOne after Microsoft certification

Certified by Microsoft, the new client lets contact centre agents stay in Teams or work in CRM tools, reducing switching and support burdens.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Enterprise Resource Planning

Panopto launches AI tools to unlock video libraries

Users can now search and reuse recorded lectures and training clips faster, as Panopto's new tools turn video libraries into study aids and answers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Digital Transformation

SMC launches AUD $20,000 AI grant for organisations

The consulting-only prize is aimed at organisations still struggling to turn existing AI spend into measurable returns, with vendor lock-in among the risks.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week

Financial Systems

Xero launches Gemini integration for live financial data

Small businesses and accountants can now check live cash flow, invoices and balances in Gemini without switching apps.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Enterprise Resource Planning

Microsoft revamps Copilot with Home, Code & Autopilot

The overhaul aims to cut app switching and let businesses govern AI spend as Microsoft folds chat, coding and Office tools into one interface.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month

Security Information and Event Management

Gurucul launches AI risk & response for enterprises

The new tool lets security teams spot shadow AI use and risky autonomous agents before they expose sensitive data or critical systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • This month

Privileged Access Management

CoreView launches Microsoft 365 security research lab

The research aims to expose gaps in Microsoft 365 controls, after CoreView found many IT leaders overstate their security posture.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • This month

Malware

Why AI-Written Phishing Is Outpacing the Native Filters Built to Stop It

Businesses are facing a sharp rise in email scams as AI makes phishing faster, cheaper and harder for native filters to spot.

By Marshall Bennett • 7 min read • This month

Stories from Other Regions

Microsoft 365 stories

Data Protection

CrashPlan adds server & Google Workspace backup for SMBs

Smaller firms can now back up servers and Google Workspace, as CrashPlan widens its offering for businesses with fewer than 250 users.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Yesterday

Cloud Security

Reco joins Microsoft Pegasus to tackle AI agent security

The move could help the security startup reach larger enterprises as firms wrestle with AI agents that can inherit access rights and trigger actions.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Yesterday

Data Protection

CyberSentriq launches SentriqAI for MSP cyber defence

Small businesses could face more AI-enabled attacks, as the new platform gives MSPs a single system for email security, backup and compliance.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Security Information and Event Management

BlueVoyant launches Microsoft Defender ISOC service

Enterprises using Microsoft 365 E5 or E7 can now get deployment help as BlueVoyant seeks to simplify security operations inside Defender.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Customer Experience

Litera promotes Singh & Ryan in leadership shake-up

Customers are likely to see faster product rollouts and smoother delivery as Litera puts operations, product and marketing under two senior executives.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

Digital Transformation

Jaam launches M. platform to scale AI across business

With most firms still stuck in pilot mode, the platform is aimed at helping businesses connect AI to everyday workflows and see clearer financial gains.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month