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10ZiG, Parallels expand partnership for hybrid work
Virtualisation

10ZiG, Parallels expand partnership for hybrid work

10ZiG and Parallels broaden partnership to offer secure virtual applications and desktops for hybrid work, cutting endpoint costs and complexity.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Mon, 11th May 2026
Organisations boost browser security spend as attacks rise
Malware

Organisations boost browser security spend as attacks rise

Rising phishing and malware risks are pushing browser protection into mainstream security budgets, with most firms now treating it as a top priority.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
IT leaders rethink cloud, AI spend amid lock-in fears
Data Protection

IT leaders rethink cloud, AI spend amid lock-in fears

IT leaders cool on cloud-only and AI-first as lock-in fears rise, eyeing hybrid models, faster VDI swaps and tighter rules on AI spend.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Feb 2026
Parallels RAS 21.0 enhances hybrid cloud & user experience
Hybrid Cloud

Parallels RAS 21.0 enhances hybrid cloud & user experience

Parallels has launched RAS 21.0, enhancing hybrid cloud management, security, and user experience for distributed workforces with multi-cloud support.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Parallels Desktop 17 announced - Apples M1 chip and Windows 11 enable impressive new features
Semiconductors

Parallels Desktop 17 announced - Apples M1 chip and Windows 11 enable impressive new features

Parallels announce Parallels Desktop 17 for Mac, with major new features for running native Windows applications on Macs with Apple M1 and Intel chips.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Aug 2021
Parallels' latest Windows on Mac solution ready for Big Sur
Virtualisation

Parallels' latest Windows on Mac solution ready for Big Sur

Desktop 16 for Mac is designed to integrate and blend with the latest MacOS and comes in standard, pro and business editions.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2020
New solution allows Windows apps on Chromebook Enterprise
Data Analytics

New solution allows Windows apps on Chromebook Enterprise

Parallels and Google have partnered to enable Windows applications to run in VMs on Chromebooks without rebooting or an internet connection.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2020
Google & Parallels to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise
Marketing Technologies

Google & Parallels to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise

Google partners with Parallels to bring Windows apps, including Microsoft Office, to Chrome Enterprise, enhancing Chromebook functionality later this year.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2020
Tech Data partners with Parallels to bring cross-platform solutions to ANZ partners
Unified Communications

Tech Data partners with Parallels to bring cross-platform solutions to ANZ partners

Tech Data says the new agreement will allow ANZ channel partners to drive enhanced customer experience for customers.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Jul 2018
Connecting the dots between BYOD and the cloud
Hyperscale

Connecting the dots between BYOD and the cloud

When it comes to the cloud, companies and organisations have become more comfortable with running critical business workloads there.

By Kevin Greely • 5 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Hands-on Review: Parallels Toolbox for Mac
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Parallels Toolbox for Mac

Parallels Toolbox for Mac simplifies daily tasks by consolidating essential utilities into a single menu bar app, priced at USD $9.99.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Fri, 5th May 2017
Resellers to benefit from Parallels' new partner program
EduTech

Resellers to benefit from Parallels' new partner program

The upgraded Parallels Partner Program promises to increase margins with a simplified and secure application and desktop delivery solution.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Apr 2017
Parallels announces support for Azure - huge opportunities for IT
Public Cloud

Parallels announces support for Azure - huge opportunities for IT

With Parallels RAS deployed in Azure there are a number of invaluable benefits for businesses to take advantage of.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2017

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Silverpush appoints Wiwa Cajumban as Philippines Director
Marketing Technologies

Silverpush appoints Wiwa Cajumban as Philippines Director

Silverpush has appointed Wiwa Cajumban as Country Director for the Philippines to boost its digital advertising strategy in Southeast Asia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Cornerstone appoints Dave Arkley as COO & CFO amid growth plans
Breach Prevention

Cornerstone appoints Dave Arkley as COO & CFO amid growth plans

Cornerstone appoints Dave Arkley as COO and CFO, enhancing their leadership as they aim for growth and innovation in 2025.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Silverpush appoints Jarryd Gaggin as Australia Sales Director
Marketing Technologies

Silverpush appoints Jarryd Gaggin as Australia Sales Director

AdTech firm Silverpush appoints Jarryd Gaggin as National Sales Director for Australia to drive local market growth using advanced AI-driven solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
If we're not careful, data really could be the new oil
Trends & Predictions

If we're not careful, data really could be the new oil

The premise that data is the modern-day equivalent of oil has largely been debunked over the last few years, but we are at a crossroads.

By Soeren Brogaard • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Feb 2023