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Epson has added new A4 multifunction models to its WorkForce portfolio, introducing the WF‑4930, WF‑4920/WF‑4925 and WF‑3920/WF‑3925 for home offices, hybrid workers and small businesses. The refreshed line-up delivers faster print speeds, improved wireless performance and support for Epson’s ReadyPrint Flex ink subscription, which includes six months of free ink …

Plustek has named CI Distribution as its new distribution partner for the UK and Ireland, strengthening its channel presence and expanding access to its portfolio of document, book, film, mobile and network scanning solutions. The partnership supports Plustek’s continued investment in both markets, enhancing product availability and providing resellers, retailers …

BenQ has expanded its ScreenBar portfolio with two new lighting solutions aimed at multi‑display professionals and iMac users. The ScreenBar Max is built for dual‑monitor setups, while the iScreenBar is designed exclusively for Apple’s iMac, extending the company’s smart lighting range for modern, adaptive work environments. BenQ says the new …

Lenovo has expanded its commercial lineup with new ThinkCentre desktops, ThinkBook laptops, ThinkVision monitors and enterprise security tools, all designed to help businesses scale Hybrid AI across devices, edge and cloud. Speaking at Lenovo Innovation World at IFA 2026, the company said organisations are moving beyond experimentation and into everyday …

CMS Distribution has formed a new strategic partnership with eSentire to broaden access to its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services for channel partners across the UK and Ireland. The agreement will see CMS Distribution add eSentire’s multi‑signal MDR, 24/7 SOC expertise, threat hunting and incident response capabilities to its …

Kaseya has welcomed thousands of MSPs and IT professionals to its global virtual innovation summit, Kaseya Connect Edge, where the company outlined new developments in cybersecurity, compliance and endpoint management. The event highlighted the technologies shaping the future of IT, including AI‑driven automation, cyber resilience and operational efficiency. Kaseya announced …

BenQ has introduced the AK900ST and AK800ST, described as the world’s first AI golf projectors, bringing its new AI Sim Sense technology to indoor golf environments. The models are designed to deliver more lifelike course visuals and streamline installation for simulation setups. AI Sim Sense uses a built‑in APU to …

Cato Networks has introduced SMB FlexPool, a pooled‑capacity licensing model designed to help MSPs deliver managed SASE services to small and midsize businesses more efficiently. The partner‑led programme removes the need for per‑customer licensing transactions, enabling MSPs to provision services in seconds and accelerate onboarding. Art Nichols, CTO at Uniti …

KnowBe4 has named Kurt Mills as its new channel chief, strengthening the company’s global partner strategy as it scales programmes, teams and enablement across the channel. The Leeds‑based digital workforce security vendor said Mills will lead the evolution of its partner programmes, operations and routes to market, reflecting a wider …

KnowBe4 has expanded its Defend email security portfolio with new protection for Google Workspace, bringing AI threat detection, explainable verdicts and real‑time coaching to Gmail’s global user base. Launched at Fal.Con 2026 in Las Vegas, the new release introduces a multi‑engine behavioural AI model trained on more than 1.15 billion …

A new Omdia study commissioned by Object First suggests technology leaders are losing ground in the fight against ransomware, with recovery outcomes deteriorating and confidence in existing backup storage eroding. The research, based on responses from global IT and business leaders, reports that 83% of organisations suffered a successful ransomware …

Fujifilm Device Technology has appointed Burke Systems & Solutions as its latest office print partner, expanding the availability of the Apeos multifunction printer range across Northern Ireland. The Belfast-based provider – which marks its 50th anniversary this year – will add Fujifilm’s Apeos MFPs to its managed print portfolio, offering …