Chinese technology giants are increasingly shifting their artificial intelligence model training overseas to navigate U.S. restrictions, while investing heavily in indigenous chip manufacturing to achieve technological self-reliance amidst geopolitical tensions. Chinese technology giants such as Alibaba and ByteDance have increasingly shifted their artificial intelligence (AI) model training operations offshore to…

Despite the official end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025, millions of users remain on the ageing OS, prompting continued hardware upgrades and a surge in alternative operating systems like Linux, amid hardware constraints and strict Windows 11 requirements. Despite Microsoft officially ending support for Windows 10 in…

The United States is rapidly expanding its supercomputing infrastructure across national laboratories, deploying nine cutting-edge systems to bolster artificial intelligence capabilities and maintain strategic global leadership amid intensifying international tech rivalry. A quiet but intense technological competition is accelerating in the world’s top scientific institutions, with the United States undertaking…

While customer-facing sustainability measures dominate discussions, brands seeking meaningful environmental impact must focus on backend operational choices, like energy-efficient warehousing, optimised inventory, and greener delivery strategies, that can deliver substantial emissions reductions and cost savings at scale. Most discussions around eCommerce sustainability tend to concentrate on visible aspects such as…

Apple is preparing to launch a affordable MacBook in early 2026, featuring an iPhone A18 Pro chip and targeting students and casual users, potentially challenging Chromebooks and expanding its presence in the entry-level market. Apple is preparing to enter the affordable laptop market with a budget MacBook expected to launch…

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centres in the US is exposing critical vulnerabilities in the nation’s power infrastructure, risking blackouts, economic losses, and higher consumer energy costs unless urgent upgrades and demand management are enacted. The accelerating demand for electricity driven by artificial intelligence (AI) data centres is…

The global advanced semiconductor packaging industry is on track to surpass USD 53 billion by 2032, propelled by surging demand for high-performance, energy-efficient electronics, with Asia Pacific leading the expansion and major players embracing innovative multi-chip solutions. The global advanced semiconductor packaging market is poised for significant expansion over the…

Sophos announces the general availability of its Intelix threat intelligence within Microsoft’s AI-enabled security platforms, enhancing real-time threat detection and response for organisations of all sizes. Sophos has announced that its cyber threat intelligence repository, Sophos Intelix, is now generally available as an integrated offering within Microsoft’s AI-enabled security environments,…

America’s data centres consumed a record 176 TWh of electricity in 2023, with demand set to rise sharply amidst efforts from tech giants to source cleaner energy and develop innovative storage solutions, highlighting the complex balance between technological progress and sustainability. America’s data centers consumed an estimated 176 terawatt-hours (TWh)…

A new BB-REG-NET report highlights how responsibly managed biodegradable plastics could significantly reduce long-term environmental harm, challenging misconceptions about their microplastic impact and calling for regulatory harmonisation. On October 14, 2025, BB-REG-NET, a UK-based regulatory science network focused on bio-based and biodegradable materials, released a pivotal report titled “Addressing Persistent…

Next-generation Nvidia GPUs and server racks are prompting a significant leap in cooling system costs, highlighting the escalating challenge of thermal management in high-performance AI infrastructure. Nvidia’s cutting-edge AI server racks are pushing the boundaries of liquid cooling technology, with a significant financial and technical investment required to manage the…

The exponential rise in AI infrastructure is accelerating global electricity demand, risking increased reliance on fossil fuels and complicating climate commitments as data centre energy consumption could more than double by 2030, prompting calls for stronger regulation and renewable integration. The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), especially the development…