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Quest Software Opens New Centre for Advanced AI Architecture in Ireland

Quest Software, a global leader in data management, cybersecurity, and platform modernization, today announced the opening of its new Centre for Advanced AI Architecture. The opening is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. To learn more, visit quest.com.

AI adoption is increasing across every sector, and organizations need stronger foundations in data, security, and modern platforms. The new centre will play a central role in meeting these needs through applied research and development, and engineering work, to deliver market-leading and first-of-a-kind innovations that will help drive customer success and Quest growth.

The centre expands Quest’s global AI initiative and strengthens the company’s focus on helping customers succeed in the AI era. This includes a $350 million capital infusion announced earlier this year along with new executive leadership to support Quest’s growth. The planned investment in the Cork Centre for Advanced AI Architecture is a key part of that initiative and supports the company’s strategy across three key areas: trusted AI-ready data, AI-powered cybersecurity, and platform modernization to scale with AI demands. The centre will serve as a hub for applied research and development. Teams in Cork will work across AI engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and software development to advance these priorities and strengthen Quest’s market-leading products in these areas.

Michael McGrath, European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection said: “I am very pleased to join the team at Quest Software here in Cork to celebrate this significant investment in skills, talent, and jobs. The European Commission recognises the urgent need to expand Europe’s pool of AI expertise. That is why, a few months ago, we launched the AI Continent Action Plan — to train and attract more AI researchers and professionals, and to strengthen AI skills and literacy across our workforce.

The announcement aligns perfectly with that ambition. It strengthens Europe’s innovation capacity and is a strong endorsement of Cork and the wider Southwest region. It demonstrates the role Cork plays as a dynamic contributor to Europe’s digital future, and its importance for companies like Quest as they scale their European presence.”

Tim Page, CEO at Quest Software said: “This investment strengthens our growth and supports the work we are doing to advance our products for the AI era and help us deliver AI that customers can trust. By investing in technology and talent, and partnering with local universities and research institutions, we can help develop the next generation of AI and cybersecurity professionals.”

Peter Burke, TD, Minister for Enterprise Tourism and Employment said: “Quest Software’s decision to expand in Cork is a fantastic endorsement of Ireland’s reputation as a hub for innovation and talent. This investment will create high quality jobs and strengthen our technology ecosystem. The Government is committed to fostering an environment where companies like Quest can thrive, and to supporting long-term regional growth. The announcement is a clear signal of confidence in our workforce and enterprise strategy. I wish Quest Software every success in the future with the new Centre for Advanced AI Architecture.”

Dónal Travers, Executive Director, IDA Ireland said: “The opening by Quest Software of its Centre for Advanced AI Architecture, which is being announced, signifies the company’s vote of confidence in Ireland’s AI innovation environment. This project positions Quest at the forefront of Enterprise AI transformation, delivering technically differentiated solutions that offer global impact. I wish to congratulate the Quest team and assure them of IDA Ireland’s continued support and partnership.”

Quest’s investment and the creation of new roles will contribute to an economic impact in Cork and across Ireland. According to IDA Ireland, every 10 jobs created in IDA client companies support an additional eight jobs in the wider economy.

As part of its expansion plans with the new Centre for Advanced AI Architecture, Quest plans to collaborate with Irish universities to develop courses, training programs, and skills development opportunities focused on AI and cybersecurity for people interested in technology careers.

Ireland has become a leading location for AI research and skills. The country produces nearly 1,500 AI-related Masters graduates each year and has nearly doubled its PhD output in AI fields since 2019. Ireland was also the first country to develop an industry-driven nationwide Postgraduate Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence. This depth of talent and the active research environment were important factors in selecting Cork for the new centre.

Climb Channel Solutions Ireland Partners with Quest Software to Strengthen Cyber Resilience and Data Empowerment

Climb Channel Solutions Ireland, the specialist technology distributor formerly known as DataSolutions, today announces a new partnership with Quest Software, a global leader in systems management, data protection, and security software.

Quest is a software solutions provider which is trusted by more than 95% of Fortune 500 companies. With an office in Cork and more than a quarter of a century of pedigree in Ireland, its offering spans platform migrations, cloud deployments, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), security, governance, data intelligence, database management, and solutions to ensure data is AI-ready.

Through this partnership, Climb Channel Solutions Ireland will offer Quest’s suite of security, data empowerment, and AI solutions to resellers. Quest’s ever-expanding portfolio is designed to help organisations manage, format, and cleanse data, enabling the seamless adoption of AI.

Climb Channel Solutions Ireland – which was recently recognised as Quest Distributor of the Year – and Quest will also focus on threat detection, backup and disaster recovery solutions and platforms. This includes Quest Security Guardian, an Active Directory (AD) security solution that significantly reduces the attack surface for enterprises and improves identity threat detection and response (ITDR).

As one of only two vendors in Ireland providing Active Directory Recovery, Quest is uniquely positioned to help organisations quickly and securely restore critical identity services, reinforcing its leadership in identity resilience.

Brian Davis, VP of Sales for the UK & Ireland, Climb Channel Solutions Ireland, said: “Given its 24/7 support services, technical certifications and expanding portfolio, Quest has the ability to transform, secure and drive impact for both resellers and end users. Ireland offers huge potential, and we look forward not only to solidifying our partnership but addressing challenges and powering success for enterprises.”

To support its partner network in Ireland, Quest will be rolling out several initiatives to help them identify and close new business opportunities. These include technical bootcamps, roundtables and an online training library. Alongside this, Quest also offers financial incentives to partners, such as rebates and referral fees.

Olivia Donnell, Global Distribution, Quest Software, added: “With an office in Cork and more than 25 years of experience in Ireland, our partnership with Climb Channel Solutions Ireland will allow us to further strengthen cybersecurity for Irish enterprises. By combining well-established products with new solutions, we can make enterprises ready now for the future—ensuring resilience, reliability, and readiness across data management, Microsoft migrations, and security.”

Meta Quest+ Is A New VR Subscription Service

Meta Quest has just launched a new VR subscription service and you can browse less and play more with Meta Quest+, For €8.99 per month or €69.99 annually (a savings of over 35%), subscribers will get access to two handpicked VR titles every month (at a monthly value of up to €55). And those who sign up between no and 31st July 2023 will get their first month for €1.

How It Works

On the first of each month, you’ll get two titles to redeem, enjoy, and master. First up, we’re pairing Cloudhead Games’ physical action-rhythm FPS Pistol Whip with the nostalgia-fueled arcade adventure Pixel Ripped 1995 from ARVORE Immersive Experiences. And for August, you can look forward to a uniquely compelling social VR experience in Mighty Coconut’s Walkabout Mini Golf and some frantic weapon-crafting and shooter action in MOTHERGUNSHIP: FORGE from Terrible Posture Games.

You get to keep each title as long as you’re a Meta Quest+ subscriber, so the value builds over time. And you can cancel at any time for maximum flexibility. Even better, if you rejoin down the road, you’ll regain access to all of the titles from your original paid subscription period.

For the Entire Meta Quest Community

Meta Quest+ is available for all owners of Quest 2 and Quest Pro headsets, and the service is forward-compatible with Quest 3.

Subscription services have been a great way to get more bang for your buck as far back as the Blockbuster days. And at a monthly value of up to €55 Meta Quest+ combines affordability with the convenience of a curated experience. We’re excited to give gamers on Meta Quest a new way to explore all their headsets have to offer.

*Offer ends July 31, 2023. Cancel anytime. New subscribers only. Eligibility restrictions, taxes, and auto-renewal terms apply. See subscription terms: https://www.meta.com/legal/quest/meta-quest-plus-terms/

LastPass enters Meta as the first password manager, delivering key security service for virtual reality users

At this year’s Meta Connect, LastPass announced it is the first password manager with a 2D Progressive Web App (PWA) in the Meta Quest Store, available today, with a native integration into the Meta Quest Browser planned for early 2023. This marks a major milestone for LastPass as it becomes a key security service for virtual reality users and will prove vital as Meta continues to expand its VR ecosystem to include business, educational, productivity and entertainment environments.

The LastPass app solves the current challenge of accessing passwords on Meta Quest, by providing a simple and secure account login experience with quick access to credentials, credit cards, addresses and more without removing the VR headset. Whether customers are logging in or completing a purchase, this is the simplest and most productive way to access apps and securely browse in VR. All LastPass customers, including those using the free version, can download LastPass from the Meta Quest Store. Quest customers who do not have a LastPass account can create one here.

“We’re honored to join Meta to solve a real-life pain point of so many VR users,” said Karim Toubba, CEO of LastPass. “As we kick off this initial phase, we look forward to making a positive impact through the custom app integration to deliver the best possible experience. Universal access to your logins, personal information, and data should be the expectation, no matter which device you’re using – and LastPass provides this ubiquity – whether you’re at home, at work, or in the metaverse.” 

Early next year, LastPass will make the experience even more simple and seamless by offering automatic save and fill functionality when it will become the first cross-device password manager integrated natively in the Meta Quest Browser.

LastPass app on Meta’s Quest Store click here

Feel Your Way Through AVICII Invector: Encore Edition, Available Today for Meta Quest 2

Indie Publishing Label Wired Productions and award-winning indie studio Hello There Games are proud to deliver to melomaniacs the musical and visual experience of AVICII Invector: Encore Edition to Meta Quest 2, available today at 5PM GMT / 6PM CET / 12PM ET / 9AM PT via the Meta Quest store.

The poignant trailer titled “The Journey” begins with cherished behind-the-scenes footage of the Swedish DJ Tim Bergling, most famously known by his professional name, AVICII, with Hello There Games CEO, Oskar Eklund, as they play the AVICII Invector prototype. The journey continues, with the emotional trailer showcasing AVICII Invector as it transforms from a concept to a fully realised game. Now, created in loving memory of Tim Bergling, Hello There Games and Tim’s Father, Klas Bergling, are continuing Tim’s vision of bringing new ways to experience his music, with AVICII Invector: Encore Edition for Meta Quest 2. Featuring 35 chart topping tracks such as Peace of Mind, Freak and S.O.S, AVICII Invector brings the futuristic rhythm action gameplay into a VR version.

 

 

 

 

All music royalties from each copy of the game sold will go to the Tim Bergling Foundation, which advocates for the recognition of suicide as a global health emergency and actively works to remove the stigma attached to suicide and mental health issues.

“Tim’s fascination with early prototypes of VR headsets can finally now be portrayed by the release of AVICII Invector on Meta Quest 2.” Said Oskar Eklund, the CEO of Hello There Games, “We hope we’ve done Tim proud, as well as his father, Klas, as we worked passionately together to bring Tim’s vision and music into the most immersive version yet. We hope AVICII fans and of music across the world enjoy the pulse-pounding beats in VR”

“We’re proud to bring AVICII Invector to VR as we give fans of Tim’s work another form to experience his music, this time in immersive 3D,” said Leo Zullo, Managing Director, Wired Productions. “Music is an element of Wired Productions that resonates throughout the company and our passion and drive to bring the much-loved AVICII Invector and his songs to Meta Quest 2 is something we’re delighted to deliver.”

AVICII Invector: Encore Edition Features:

  • 35 hit anthems from the phenomenal talent of late superstar AVICII.
  • SEVEN mesmerising worlds wrapped in a magnificent musical experience viewable in VR.
  • Turn up the volume and set yourself a challenge across FOUR complexity levels.
  • Lay down your high score and rise up the Global Leaderboards.
  • Explore a pure-hearted narrative journey set against the globally celebrated works of AVICII.

AVICII Invector: Encore Edition on Meta Quest 2 isn’t the only game coming to the platform from Wired Productions, as the publisher and Meta bring new and existing IPs to the VR platform, with The Last Worker and Tin Hearts also coming to Meta Quest 2 in 2022.

AVICII Invector: Encore Edition is available at 5PM GMT / 6PM CET / 12PM ET / 9AM PT today for Meta Quest 2 for £24.99 / €29.99 / $29.99 via the Meta Quest store.

For more information, visit https://wiredproductions.com/games/