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Air IT has acquired London based MSP Netstar. This acquisition is a milestone for the group and will significantly strengthen its market share in the managed IT marketplace, extending its reach into London. Air IT is a UK supplier of managed IT and communication services, as well as cyber security, …

Globalization Partners, a support company for hiring talent in 180+ countries without the complexity of setting up international branch offices or subsidiaries, has announced the next evolution of its Employer of Record (EOR) platform by unveiling its Self-Service Global Expansion Experience. Companies can choose a new country to expand into, …

Dynabook Europe has released the Portégé X30L-J and the Portégé X40-J business laptops, both featuring 11th Gen 10nm quad-core Intel Core processors. The X30L-J and X40-J both offer up to 32GB DDR4 3200MHz dual-channel memory, and feature ultra-fast PCIe SSD storage (up to 1TB). In addition, both models are available …

Tech Data’s two new options have been released to help Microsoft CSP partners respond to rising interest in Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD). The Click to Run solution for WVD gives partners an environment that can be deployed in Microsoft Azure within minutes.  The separate Assessment and Migration service for WVD …

Eagle Eye Networks has raised $40 million to continue its focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and video surveillance. “There is a tremendous opportunity to leverage AI and alter the very nature of video surveillance,” said Dean Drako, Founder and CEO of Eagle Eye Networks. “Eagle Eye Networks now has the …

OpenText’s release of Cloud Edition (CE) 20.4 delivers innovations in the OpenText Cloud, that make it faster, easier, and more cost-effective for customers to adopt new capabilities, reinvent business processes and seize emerging opportunities. OpenText CE 20.4 delivers updates, enhancements, and new features across OpenText products and services. These include new SaaS applications, new …

Mark Laurie has been appointed as Hotdrop’s new head of business development at the gaming and esports creative marketing agency. Laurie will be leaving his current role as Marketing Director at Utopia Computers after 14 years to embark on the new venture with the UK-based startup. Heather Dower, Hotdrop Founder …

HackerOne has made it easier to integrate its own data with existing security and development workflows. “Notification and communication of a vulnerability is one of the most important aspects of security teams’ workflows,” said Steve Gross, Senior Director of Strategic Business Development at PagerDuty. “The sooner the right team members …

In PCR’s September/October 20 issue we talk to NFON UK’s UK channel director, Jon Dailey on why communication is key and how being a ‘disruptor’ when aligning partner programs makes for good business agility What is your background and how have you adapted since joining NFON as UK channel director …

PCR’s September/October issue 20 Hardware and software designed specifically for the smart home. PCR rounds up the latest tech for home automation. EZVIZ DB1 3MP Video Doorbell The EZVIZ DB1 3MP Video Door has a 3MP resolution camera and weatherproof casing for outdoor use. Its 180-degree vertical viewing angle and …

PCR’s September/October 20 issue creative tech sector guide – from the latest monitors to headphones here are some of the best solutions available for creative professionals DesignVue monitor from BenQ “The 27” PD2705Q DesignVue monitor from BenQ has received certifications from CalMAN, Pantone and VESA. Designed specifically for creatives who …

In our life in the channel September/October issue PCR speaks to digital workflow specialist ServiceNow’s Vice President, Alliances & Channel Ecosystem EMEA, about chapters in his life, life beyond COVID-19 and the importance of good partnerships. Tell us a bit about your role at ServiceNow? I am fortunate enough to …