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Network attached storage (NAS) stories
As data volumes have inexorably grown over time, and as people working collaboratively have required
access to communal documents and other information, Network Attached Storage has emerged as a
dedicated form of storage connected to the network and allowing multiple users access from any
device. NAS file storage is generally provided as a network-attached device (a storage array); additional
devices can be added as required, allowing scale-out of storage capacity.
Nasuni buys Resilio to boost edge file access speed
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storage
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vpns
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hybrid cloud
Nasuni snaps up Resilio to fuse edge caching with cloud file services, promising faster access and fewer VPN headaches for remote staff.
CloudCasa boosts OpenShift backup with SMB & VM restores
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storage
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virtualisation
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data protection
CloudCasa adds SMB backup targets, edge efficiencies and VM file-level restores to sharpen Red Hat OpenShift data protection.
Komprise unveils KAPPA to prep unstructured data for AI
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saas
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storage
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hybrid cloud
Komprise launches KAPPA, a serverless engine to enrich and orchestrate unstructured data at scale, priming file estates for AI use.
WD unifies creator storage range under G-DRIVE brand
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storage
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data protection
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dr
WD is unifying its creator-focused external storage under the G-DRIVE name, phasing out SanDisk Professional branding across the range.
Synology gains ISO 27001:2022 for security management
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storage
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data protection
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dr
Synology secures ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, bolstering its global information security management and risk governance credentials.
Nasuni names new CTO & CFO to drive AI data growth
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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saas
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storage
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virtualisation
Nasuni appoints Jerry Carter as CTO and Ross Grainger as CFO, strengthening leadership to scale unstructured data and AI-focused growth.
Seagate rolls out 32TB CMR drives for AI video surge
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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storage
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smart cities
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data analytics
Seagate has begun shipping 32TB CMR hard drives for AI-driven video and analytics, targeting edge security, NAS and cloud data centre workloads.
Homey debuts self-hosted server for local smart homes
Mon, 12th Jan 2026
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storage
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virtualisation
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data protection
Homey launches a self-hosted smart home server, bringing its Pro platform to user hardware for local control and privacy-focused automation.
CloudCasa widens Kubernetes backup with SMB, compression
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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storage
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virtualisation
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data protection
CloudCasa adds SMB backup support and tunable compression, extending Kubernetes protection for hybrid, on-premises and edge environments.
Western Digital launches 26TB hard drives for business & AI
Tue, 20th May 2025
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storage
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Western Digital unveils 26TB WD Red Pro and WD Purple Pro HDDs, boosting high-capacity storage for businesses and AI-driven video surveillance.
Synology unveils compact, high-performance storage solutions
Wed, 7th May 2025
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storage
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cloud storage
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data management
Synology launches DS1825+ and DS1525+ DiskStations offering scalable, high-speed storage with advanced networking for SMBs and professionals.
NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet
Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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storage
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firewalls
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iot
The New Zealand National Cyber Security Centre has teamed up with global partners to tackle a China-linked botnet compromising over 260,000 devices globally.
Hitachi Vantara makes play at midsized market with latest offerings
Fri, 8th Jan 2021
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storage
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devops
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partner programmes
Hitachi Vantara expands its portfolio with new offerings aimed at supporting the data infrastructure needs of midsized enterprises.
QNAP launches network virtualisation premise equipment
Mon, 9th Nov 2020
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storage
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
QNAP Systems has launched the QuCPE series Network Virtualization Premise Equipment, offering agile multi-site IT network infrastructure.
QNAP launches smart edge PoE switch for Wi-Fi 6
Wed, 21st Oct 2020
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storage
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
QNAP Systems has launched the QGD-1602P, a second-generation Guardian PoE managed switch with high-speed and high-power capabilities.
QNAP embeds AMD chip into new rackmount NAS
Mon, 5th Oct 2020
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storage
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endpoint protection
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edr
TS-x73AU Rackmount NAS series includes AMD Ryzen embedded processors and 2.5GbE ports for virtualisation, hybrid-cloud Apps and 10GbE expandability.
Seagate rolls out 18TB helium-based Exos-X18 enterprise drives
Fri, 25th Sep 2020
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storage
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seagate
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hdd
Seagate is now shipping the 18 terabyte (TB) helium-based enterprise drive, which is a new additions to Seagate's Exos-X18 family.
QNAP new rackmount NAS designed for hybrid cloud
Mon, 14th Sep 2020
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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microsoft
The quad-core TS-x32PXU series rackmount NAS includes dual 10GbE SFP+ and dual 2.5GbE for hybrid cloud environments.
QNAP launches NAS engineered for backup, recovery & virtualisation
Thu, 9th Jul 2020
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storage
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virtualisation
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dr
QNAP introduces the TS-431X3 NAS, featuring a 10GbE SFP+ port, 2.5GbE RJ45 connectivity, quad-core processor, and 4GB RAM.
QNAP releases two new JBOD enclosure models
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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storage
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qnap
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file sharing
The multi-platform 8-bay desktop TL-D800C and 12-bay rackmount TL-R1200C-RP USB 3.2 Gen 2 JBOD storage enclosure.