Storage & Networking
How a unified multicloud model can transform CIOs from cost-centres to strategic drivers
Managing multicloud environments effectively requires a coherent operating model that integrates architecture, processes, and culture, enabling CIOs to turn complexity into strategic advantage amid increasing enterprise agility demands. Picture a bustling transport hub at rush hour: trains from multiple lines converge, buses jostle for space, and passengers weave between platforms.…
Emerging AI-specific networking technologies, including AI-NICs, new standards, and photonics, are transforming data centres to meet the demands of complex AI workloads, promising ultra-low latency and unprecedented scalability. As artificial intelligence (AI) workloads become increasingly complex and data-intensive, the traditional networking architectures in data centers are proving inadequate for their…
Network security market accelerates towards USD 80 billion as AI and 5G drive innovation
The global network security market is set to nearly double to USD 54.6 billion by 2030, propelled by AI enhancements, 5G security needs, and the rapid digital transformation across industries worldwide. The global network security market is experiencing robust expansion, driven by escalating cyber threats and the need for enhanced…
As cyber adversaries harness artificial intelligence for increasingly sophisticated attacks, organisations must adopt proactive, AI-augmented defence strategies to counter rising threats including deepfakes, botnets, and supply chain vulnerabilities in 2026. As the digital landscape evolves rapidly, cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, driven largely by advances in artificial intelligence (AI)…
Security platforms of 2026 prioritise single-tenant control and edge enforcement to handle scale disruptions
As security engineering evolves, platforms that emphasise single-tenant models, real-time API integration, and edge enforcement are emerging as crucial for managing scale and maintaining seamless protection by 2026, according to Piotr Kupisiewicz. Over the past several years, security engineering teams in the cybersecurity ecosystem have focused heavily on building platforms…
Private 5G transforms live sports broadcasting with control, reliability, and edge integration
Emerging private 5G networks are revolutionising live sports production by offering broadcasters greater control, consistent performance, and enhanced remote workflows, overcoming the limitations of public networks. For years, 5G has been heralded as a transformative force in live broadcasting, promising advances such as network slicing, guaranteed quality of service, and…
Swiss-led CircuBAT project accelerates development of circular economy for lithium-ion batteries in EVs
A collaborative Swiss initiative, CircuBAT, advances innovative solutions in extending battery life, enhancing recycling, and promoting sustainability in electric vehicle batteries over a four-year period, positioning Switzerland at the forefront of environmentally friendly energy transitions. The Swiss-led CircuBAT project represents a significant stride towards establishing a circular economy for lithium-ion…
Cybercriminal group Curly COMrades leverages lightweight Linux virtual machines on Windows Hyper-V to stealthily deploy malware, prompting calls for enhanced detection and system hardening as this tactic signifies a new evolution in cyber espionage and evasion techniques. Cybersecurity researchers have identified a sophisticated new tactic employed by hackers to infiltrate…
Microsoft Teams security flaws expose organisation to advanced social engineering threats
Critical vulnerabilities within Microsoft Teams have been uncovered, revealing significant risks that could allow cybercriminals to impersonate executives, manipulate messages, and forge identities, with potentially devastating consequences for business communications and security. Cybercriminals came dangerously close to exploiting critical vulnerabilities within Microsoft Teams, exposing serious risks to business communications at…
Institutional investors face escalating challenges as the rapid growth of data centres driven by AI and cloud computing threatens to undermine global sustainability goals, prompting urgent debates on decarbonisation strategies and energy security. Institutional investors are confronting an escalating dilemma as they seek to balance ambitious climate commitments with growing…
Data centre expansion accelerates global energy and environmental challenges amid AI boom
The rapid growth of data centre construction driven by AI and cloud computing is reshaping global energy demands and environmental strategies, with innovative solutions needed to ensure sustainability amid rising costs and resource constraints. The global digital transformation, powered by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing,…
UK data centres’ critical infrastructure status sparks shift towards smarter, more resilient growth
A year after being designated as Critical National Infrastructure, the UK data centre sector is experiencing unprecedented investment and strategic shifts towards sustainability, energy resilience, and technological sovereignty, shaping the nation’s digital future amidst new challenges and opportunities. A year after the UK government designated data centres as Critical National…
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