Cloud Computing
A major AWS outage originating from its US-East-1 region has disrupted over 2,500 companies worldwide, highlighting the fragility of Silicon Valley’s cloud-centric infrastructure and prompting calls for more resilient, decentralised systems. On October 20, 2025, Amazon Web Services (AWS) experienced a significant outage originating from its US-East-1 region in Northern…
What are the pitfalls of migrating from on‑premises to a multicloud environment, and who leads?
By News RoomExecutive Answer Multicloud migration is fragile where compliance, security and cost controls are not embedded from the start: regulatory gating and data‑sovereignty constraints force workload sequencing and sovereign landing zones, non‑human identity and secrets sprawl widen the attack surface, and AI-driven consumption produces CFO‑level cost surprises. In other words, failure…
AI infrastructure market accelerates towards $309 billion by 2031, driven by sustainability and advanced hardware innovation
By News RoomThe rapidly expanding AI infrastructure sector is set to reach over $309 billion by 2031, propelled by technological breakthroughs, sustainability efforts, and evolving security standards amidst geopolitical and market challenges. The artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure sector is rapidly reshaping the technological landscape, driven by an urgent need for specialised computing…
As artificial intelligence becomes integral to business, hidden use of unsanctioned AI tools—known as shadow AI—poses mounting security and compliance challenges, prompting a shift from bans to nuanced governance strategies. Advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, especially large language models (LLMs), are rapidly becoming fundamental tools in modern business operations. According…
A recent report highlights a sharp surge in fintech mergers and acquisitions across Europe and globally, driven by a focus on sustainability and profitability amid market fragmentation and increasing traditional investor involvement, signalling a maturing industry landscape. New analysis from law firm White & Case LLP reveals that fintech deal…
SaaS cloud computing market accelerates towards USD 800 billion by 2031 with AI-driven innovations
By News RoomThe global SaaS cloud computing market is set to reach nearly USD 800 billion by 2031, driven by technological innovation, expanding industries, and shifting regional dynamics, with North America maintaining global dominance. The global Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud computing market is poised for robust growth over the coming…
Amazon launches advanced agentic AI capabilities across its seller platform, transforming business management with autonomous inventory, compliance, and advertising tools that position the marketplace at the forefront of AI-driven commerce. Amazon announced on September 17, 2025, the launch of advanced agentic AI capabilities across its seller platform, significantly transforming the…
Mid-market UK companies shift towards selective cloud repatriation amid security and compliance concerns
By News RoomA new industry survey reveals that 97% of mid-market UK firms are planning to move some workloads away from public cloud just a year after widespread adoption, embracing hybrid and private cloud models to address security, compliance, and control concerns while seeking operational resilience. Recent data indicates a notable shift…
Cyberattacks shift to around-the-clock tactics as security alerts surge outside traditional hours
By News RoomArctic Wolf’s 2025 Security Operations Report reveals that over half of global security alerts now occur outside standard office hours, highlighting evolving attacker tactics, increased alert volumes, and the critical role of AI in modern defence strategies. Cyberattacks no longer respect traditional office hours, with over half of security alerts…
India introduces bank-level cybersecurity audits for crypto platforms, signalling a regulatory shift
By News RoomIndia’s Financial Intelligence Unit mandates rigorous bank-grade cybersecurity audits for all cryptocurrency exchanges and intermediaries, marking a new era of regulatory oversight aimed at boosting investor confidence and securing the digital asset market amidst rising cyber threats. On September 18, 2025, India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) introduced a pivotal regulatory…
Shai-Hulud attack escalates with self-propagating malware infecting over 180 npm packages
By News RoomA sophisticated malware campaign named ‘Shai-Hulud’ has compromised over 180 npm packages, using self-propagating techniques to steal secrets and threaten the JavaScript ecosystem’s integrity. In a significant escalation of supply chain attacks targeting the JavaScript ecosystem, over 180 npm packages have fallen victim to a sophisticated campaign named “Shai-Hulud.” First…
Microsoft’s £11 billion UK investment to establish largest supercomputer and expand AI infrastructure
By News RoomMicrosoft plans to invest £11 billion in the UK between 2025 and 2028, building data centres and the country’s largest supercomputer to cement its status as a global AI hub and boost the nation’s digital economy. Microsoft is set to inject a staggering £11 billion into expanding the United Kingdom’s…