Here is IT Digest’s weekly roundup of the top news from global markets. In this fast-paced world, breaking down information helps readers grasp the nuances that follow the news.
In Hardware and Network news this week…
Extreme Networks Names Anisha Vaswani Chief Info & Customer Officer
Extreme Networks, Inc., a leader in AI-powered automation for networking, announced it has appointed Anisha Vaswani as Chief Information and Customer Officer (CICO). Vaswani will report directly to Extreme President and CEO Ed Meyercord.
In Business Technology news this week….
PCI Pal & RingCentral Launch Embedded Integration
PCI Pal, the global provider of secure payment solutions, announced a partnership and embedded integration with RingCentral, a leading global provider of AI-powered cloud business communications, to ensure compliant and secure payments as well as enhanced customer experience. The integration enables organizations utilizing RingCentral’s AI-first, cloud-based contact center solution, RingCX™, and its flagship business communications solution, RingEX™, to seamlessly access PCI Pal’s industry-leading, cloud-native secure payment technologies. This provides businesses with a streamlined approach to protecting sensitive customer data while maintaining high levels of service efficiency and compliance with stringent security regulations.
In Cloud Computing & Mobility news this week….
Zero Networks & Palo Alto Team Up for Microsegmentation
Zero Networks, a leading provider of Zero Trust security solutions, has announced a strategic integration with Palo Alto Networks, a global leader in cybersecurity, to deliver comprehensive Zero Trust microsegmentation through a hybrid mesh firewall platform. This collaboration merges Palo Alto Networks’ Strata Zero Trust platforms with Zero Networks’ advanced microsegmentation, enabling enterprises to enhance their network security with seamless, layered protection.
In Computer Science news this week….
Intel Names Lip-Bu Tan as Chief Executive Officer
Intel Corporation has announced the appointment of Lip-Bu Tan as its new chief executive officer, effective March 18. Tan, a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, will succeed Interim Co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle (MJ) Johnston Holthaus. Along with his new role, Tan will rejoin Intel’s board of directors, having previously stepped down in August 2024.
In FinTech news this week….
Oracle Introduces AI Agents to Combat Financial Crime
Oracle Financial Services has strengthened its Investigation Hub Cloud Service by integrating advanced AI agents and agentic workflows, empowering financial institutions to automate investigative processes and detect complex financial crime patterns more efficiently. These AI-driven enhancements accelerate the review of suspicious activity by leveraging generative AI-powered narratives, allowing investigators to focus on high-priority cases while reducing manual workload.
In HealthTech news this week…
Olympus Launches AI Surgical Tool via Ziosoft Partnership
Olympus Corp., a global medical technology company committed to making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, announced the launch of its first AI-powered clinical decision tool through a strategic partnership with software firm, Ziosoft.
In Information and Communications news this week…
Armor & Oracle Partner to Secure Critical Workloads
Armor, a leading provider of cybersecurity and compliance solutions, has officially joined the Oracle Partner Program. This strategic collaboration enables Armor to work alongside Oracle in delivering high-performance, cost-effective cloud solutions designed to protect mission-critical data and workloads.
Article of the Week
How to Reduce Cloud Costs: 7 Best Cloud Optimization Strategies
Cloud computing is changing how businesses grow, create, and compete. As cloud infrastructure grows, managing its costs becomes more challenging. Unchecked cloud spending can cause budget overruns. It leads to wasted resources. The good news? With intentional strategies, organizations can optimize their cloud environments without sacrificing performance. Let’s look at practical ways to cut costs while staying agile and efficient.