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OpenMP: the quiet power behind modern parallel computing

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OpenMP is the unsung backbone of parallel computing, powerful, portable, and surprisingly simple. Used everywhere from aerospace to AI, it lets developers tap into multicore and GPU performance with just a few lines of code, making high-performance computing more accessible than ever. OpenMP, short for Open Multi-Processing, has quietly become …

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EuroNAS: Storage simplicity, channel strategy and life after VMware

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For EuroNAS CEO Tvrtko Fritz, simplicity isn’t just a design principle; it’s a founding philosophy. “Back in 2005, we wanted to build something like a Snap Server, but simpler,” he recalls. “The problem was, even basic storage solutions expected users to understand volume groups, shares, and command-line configuration. We thought, …

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CompressionX: Data compression for a greener future

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Founded in 2012, UK-based CompressionX has emerged from a decade of algorithmic development to launch a downloadable data compression service aimed at reshaping how businesses and individuals manage digital storage. Co-founders Nicholas Stavrinou and Stuart Marlow present a vision that blends mathematical theory, software engineering, and environmental pragmatism, positioning compression …

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Firevault launches secured offline platform for channel partners

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Firevault, a British cybersecurity startup, has introduced a secure offline platform, designed to help IT resellers, unified communications providers, and managed services providers (MSPs) protect clients from cybercrime while unlocking new revenue streams and long-term retention opportunities. The platform was developed in response to a growing number of avoidable breaches, …

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UK SMEs risk losing a third of cloud budgets

Research Analysis 8 UK SMEs risk losing a third of cloud budgets

UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could be losing up to a third of their cloud budgets due to idle resources and underused licences, according to Flexera’s 2025 State of the Cloud report. The findings highlight a growing governance gap that leaves many SMEs exposed to unpredictable costs and inefficient …

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XenData adds ALTO disk archive support to X-Series appliances

ALTO Xen XenData adds ALTO disk archive support to X-Series appliances

XenData has announced upcoming support for ALTO disk-based archives from Disk Archive Corporation, expanding the storage options available on its X20-S and X40-S appliances. Previously limited to LTO libraries and cloud object storage, the systems will now offer integrated file replication across all three tiers. The appliances present a unified …

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New Sage Intacct update brings smarter insights

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Sage has introduced new capabilities in Sage Intacct aimed at helping finance teams reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and meet growing sustainability demands. The updates include AI-powered automation for month-end close, reconciliation, and product support, along with integrated carbon accounting for UK businesses. Recent Sage research found that 84% of …

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Sophos adds Microsoft 365 backup with Rubrik recovery

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Rubrik and Sophos have partnered to deliver Microsoft 365 Backup and Recovery for Sophos MDR and XDR customers. The solution will be integrated into Sophos Central, allowing IT and security teams to manage protection and recovery from a single platform. The new offering is designed to help organisations recover quickly …

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Bitdefender launches compliance management solution

Andrei Florescu of Bitdefender Bitdefender launches compliance management solution

Bitdefender has launched GravityZone Compliance Manager, a new addition to its GravityZone platform that aims to help organisations reduce the burden of compliance management and streamline audit readiness. Designed specifically for today’s complex regulatory landscape, the solution provides real-time visibility, automated remediation, audit-ready reports, and one-click compliance documentation integrated with …

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HubSpot launches CRM deep research connector with ChatGPT

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HubSpot has launched a deep research connector with ChatGPT, making it what is believed to be the first CRM to integrate this technology. With over 75% of HubSpot customers already using ChatGPT, the connector enables them to leverage powerful, doctoral-level research and analysis on their customer data and context, and …

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