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Netmore unveils Pulse partner push for global IoT scale
Smart Cities

Netmore unveils Pulse partner push for global IoT scale

Netmore launches its Pulse partner scheme to streamline global IoT roll-outs, unifying over 200 partners and prioritising LoRaWAN at scale.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Sat, 14th Feb 2026
Object First triples growth on ransomware-proof backups
Storage

Object First triples growth on ransomware-proof backups

Object First posts 183% bookings surge as demand soars for immutable on-premises backup storage to combat escalating ransomware threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Feb 2026
Identity Digital leader named in CRN 2026 Channel Chiefs
Software-as-a-Service

Identity Digital leader named in CRN 2026 Channel Chiefs

Identity Digital names CRO Matt Overman to CRN's 2026 Channel Chiefs list, spotlighting its growing domain partner ecosystem and strategy.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Feb 2026
1Password expands global partner push for AI identity
Software-as-a-Service

1Password expands global partner push for AI identity

1Password revamps its global partner programme to tap soaring demand for AI-era identity security and non-human access governance.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Feb 2026
SolarWinds revamps global partner programme with tiers
Data Analytics

SolarWinds revamps global partner programme with tiers

SolarWinds refreshes global partner programme with tiered incentives, richer marketing support, and new training and specialisation tracks.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Feb 2026
ControlUp adds product & alliances leaders to fuel growth
Virtualisation

ControlUp adds product & alliances leaders to fuel growth

ControlUp names Gadi Feldman chief product officer and Bob Johnson SVP alliances to drive product innovation and partner-led global growth.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Pure Storage unveils new top partner tier & services push
Storage

Pure Storage unveils new top partner tier & services push

Pure Storage launches an Ambassador partner tier and boosts services focus, aiming to deepen channel skills in AI, cyber resilience and cloud.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Infor appoints Geoff Thomas to lead APJ growth drive
Software-as-a-Service

Infor appoints Geoff Thomas to lead APJ growth drive

Infor taps former Qlik leader Geoff Thomas to spearhead Asia Pacific and Japan expansion, revamping regional leadership to fuel cloud growth.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2026
Commvault hires Dale Smith to lead North Europe channel
Software-as-a-Service

Commvault hires Dale Smith to lead North Europe channel

Commvault names Dale Smith to steer North Europe channel strategy, boosting partner growth and cyber resilience across the wider region.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
TP Link expands Kieran Vineer role across UK & Ireland
Firewalls

TP Link expands Kieran Vineer role across UK & Ireland

TP-Link has expanded Kieran Vineer's role to lead UK and Ireland distribution for its Omada business networking and VIGI surveillance ranges.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
Extreme unveils global AI-driven partner programme
Firewalls

Extreme unveils global AI-driven partner programme

Extreme has launched a global AI-driven partner programme unifying rebates, deal registration and sales tools under a single model.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jan 2026
Portnox unveils global partner push with new channel VP
Firewalls

Portnox unveils global partner push with new channel VP

Portnox launches a global channel partner programme and names cybersecurity veteran Kristen Knight as VP of Channel Sales to drive growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2026

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Sharp expands consumer audio line-up across Canada
Smart Home

Sharp expands consumer audio line-up across Canada

Sharp will roll out an expanded consumer audio line-up across Canada from January 2026, adding new speakers, headphones and mini systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Feb 2026
AllPoints Fibre adds Sky Ethernet to aquila platform
Network Infrastructure

AllPoints Fibre adds Sky Ethernet to aquila platform

AllPoints Fibre adds Sky Business Wholesale Ethernet to its aquila platform, boosting UK coverage and simplifying access for channel partners.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026
Westcon-Comstor brings Meter's NaaS offering to EMEA
EduTech

Westcon-Comstor brings Meter's NaaS offering to EMEA

Westcon-Comstor signs first EMEA distribution deal for Meter's NaaS platform, targeting partners seeking opex-friendly networking subscriptions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Feb 2026
Westcon-Comstor launches Tech Insights for EMEA partners
Data Protection

Westcon-Comstor launches Tech Insights for EMEA partners

Westcon-Comstor unveils free Tech Insights programme to help EMEA partners assess cyber risk and AI data readiness for customers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
LevelBlue buys Fortra Alert Logic MDR services arm
Firewalls

LevelBlue buys Fortra Alert Logic MDR services arm

LevelBlue to acquire Fortra Alert Logic managed services arm and form long-term tech partnership to expand MDR and XDR security reach.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026