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NetApp unveils enhanced storage solutions, ASA A-Series
Storage

NetApp unveils enhanced storage solutions, ASA A-Series

NetApp has unveiled updates to its storage portfolio, introducing the ASA A20, A30, and A50 systems, starting at USD $25,000, to meet modern workload demands.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Logicalis Australia joins Red Hat Partner Practice scheme
Digital Transformation

Logicalis Australia joins Red Hat Partner Practice scheme

Logicalis Australia has been recognised as a Red Hat Partner Practice Accelerator, highlighting its commitment to delivering advanced automation solutions across the region.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
SME confidence plummets as Vistage names new director
Small Business

SME confidence plummets as Vistage names new director

Vistage's latest SME Confidence Index reveals a stark decline in economic optimism, dropping from 107.1 to 91.4, as 69% of SMEs report worsening conditions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Kaspersky enhances security access for smaller developers
Unified Communications

Kaspersky enhances security access for smaller developers

Kaspersky has launched a revamped initiative in its Kaspersky United programme, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity for smaller companies and software startups.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Vistage appoints Rebecca Drew amid confidence dip
Small Business

Vistage appoints Rebecca Drew amid confidence dip

Vistage's latest SME Confidence Index reveals a significant decline in economic optimism, coinciding with the appointment of Rebecca Drew as Managing Director.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 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
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Small Business Security Systems
Firewalls

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Small Business Security Systems

Small businesses are facing rising security threats and administrative challenges, making effective security systems a crucial investment for their survival.

By Gallagher Security • 8 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

SMEs in Singapore could miss out on SGD $800m annually
Supply Chain

SMEs in Singapore could miss out on SGD $800m annually

Small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore are at risk of losing SGD $800 million each year by keeping cash in low-yield bank accounts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Where there’s a will, there’s always a way
Risk & Compliance

Where there’s a will, there’s always a way

New Zealand’s 545,000 small businesses could gain cheaper chemical compliance if ministers revive industry codes of practice, the sector says.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
AI worksite safety for small business
Robotics

AI worksite safety for small business

Cheap AI tools are helping small firms cut worksite risks, from forklift collisions to hazardous inspections, while lifting compliance.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
Employment Hero UK ARR grows 125%, with focus on SMEs
Small Business

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
CybaVerse launches AI platform for MSP security solutions
Semiconductors

CybaVerse launches AI platform for MSP security solutions

CybaVerse has launched its new AI platform aimed at Managed Service Providers, enhancing security delivery and expanding revenue opportunities as cyber threats rise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Anchor raises USD $20m to transform SMB invoice process
Fintech

Anchor raises USD $20m to transform SMB invoice process

Anchor has successfully raised USD $20 million in Series A funding to combat late payments for U.S. small businesses, boosting growth and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Fintech boosts Australian small business by AUD $9bn
Fintech

Fintech boosts Australian small business by AUD $9bn

A new report reveals that fintech innovation in payments has generated AUD $9 billion in benefits for Australian small businesses, boosting revenues and reducing costs.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Sage expands UK's SMB access to AI financial assistant
Generative AI

Sage expands UK's SMB access to AI financial assistant

Sage has launched its AI-powered assistant, Sage Copilot, to support small and medium-sized businesses in the UK, enhancing financial insights and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Fiverr supports diverse entrepreneurs in 2025 programme
Support

Fiverr supports diverse entrepreneurs in 2025 programme

Fiverr has unveiled its largest cohort yet for The Future Collective, a business accelerator supporting 15 underrepresented entrepreneurs across the US.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Government support gaps hinder UK tech innovation growth
Small Business

Government support gaps hinder UK tech innovation growth

An expert panel has raised concerns about government support for UK tech innovation, highlighting gaps that threaten the growth of SMEs seeking R&D funding.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Australian SMEs struggle with cash flow & profits drop
Small Business

Australian SMEs struggle with cash flow & profits drop

A CommBank survey reveals almost 80% of Australian small to medium businesses struggled with cash flow last year, prompting various strategies for relief.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025