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Synnex to combine with Tech Data to create $57B distribution giant

Distributor giants Synnex and Tech Data have joined forces to create an even bigger beast valued at roughly $57 billion.

Backups by default with no extra cost could be the standard, says OVHcloud founder

After an unexplained fire destroyed one of its data centres in Strasbourg, France last week, hosting provider OVHcloud’s founder says it’s time to shake up how backup services are delivered.

Hashtag Trending, March 17, 2021 – DuckDuckGo calls out competitors; Building a new web browser; Rogers-Shaw deal follow up

DuckDuckGo uses privacy labels to call out Google, a small company says it’s building a web browser from scratch, and the potential consequences of the Rogers and Shaw mega-merger are discussed online.

Do MSPs have internal IT departments? Plus more questions from MSPs on Reddit

The r/MSP community is inching towards the 100,000-member milestone. This week, there were some interesting conversations rising to the top of the subreddit. 

Microsoft investigates possible leak by security partner that enabled hackers to exploit Exchange

Microsoft is investigating whether a hacker got hold of confidential research on the recently-discovered Exchange Server vulnerabilities through at least one of its security partners.

Intel releases Canadian channel report, provides update on Ice Lake Xeon

Canadian solution providers are in agreement that using cloud, AI and IoT technologies are keys to rapid growth but according to a new survey from Intel, they remain mystified when it comes to combining the three to build new solutions.

Equinix Metal arrives in Toronto, and Equinix launches managed appliance-as-a-service solution

Equinix recently announced that Equinix Metal is now available in 18 cities globally, including Toronto, and that the service is getting a new managed appliance capability with the help of Dell Technologies and Pure Storage on Equinix Metal.

Microsoft’s Azure VMware Solution finds a place across multiple use cases, says MSP

In January, Microsoft introduced the Azure VMware Solution (AVS) in Canada and according to one of its early adopters, AVS is proving its worth quickly.

C4 Profile: Phil Soper, Chief Commercial Officer, HPE – Driving success during COVID

Phil Soper expected challenges in his new role as Chief Commercial Officer for HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprises), but nothing prepared the savvy channel executive...

Canadian tech diversity and inclusion in the spotlight

Diversity and inclusion are hot-button issues, but for all the attention they get, there's still work to be done in the tech sector, according...

The r/msp update, Feb. 22, 2021: Cryptolocker strikes, and cyber insurance application tips

A quick look at some r/MSP chatter - we got SMBs seeking help after a cyberattack, cyber insurance tips for MSPs, and more.

Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards nominations are live, includes new awards

The opening of nominations for the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards means channel partners have an opportunity to tout their customer success stories and gain serious recognition at the July 14-15 event.

IDC says 25% of channel partners will change focus, be acquired, or fizzle out in 2021

During its predictions webcast, IDC said that 2021 is the year of massive change and the year of the IP. Find out why.

Zack Dickson becomes Cisco’s new VP of Canada’s partner organization

Cisco has a new vice-president of channel in Canada.

Citrix partner strategy leans on hybrid cloud and Wrike acquisition

Last year, the message was loud and clear: Partners should familiarize themselves with Citrix Workspace and move beyond virtualization. Kicking off 2021, Bronwyn Hastings, senior vice-president of worldwide channel sales for Citrix, is sticking closely to last year's script.

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