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TechNovator claims breakthrough in wireless charging with 30cm range and 95% efficiency at CES 2026
TechNovator unveils a revolutionary wireless charging system capable of powering multiple devices over 30 centimetres with near-perfect efficiency, promising new applications from medical implants to e-vehicles. TechNovator unveiled at CES 2026 a wireless charging system the company says can deliver power across distances of up to 30 centimetres with transfer…
Europe’s data analytics market accelerates with €4.3 billion Microsoft and $1 billion Oracle investments amid AI-driven growth
Driven by significant investments by Microsoft and Oracle and the surge in AI and cloud adoption, Europe’s data analytics sector is experiencing rapid expansion, transforming how organisations harness data for strategic advantage. The data analytics sector is entering a period of rapid expansion, driven by the dual forces of generative…
Rackspace’s VMware Sovereign Cloud certification enhances UK data sovereignty and security
Rackspace Technology has secured VMware Sovereign Cloud certification for its UK-based private cloud platform, reinforcing its commitment to data sovereignty, security, and compliance for UK organisations within regulated industries. Rackspace Technology has said its UK Sovereign Services have secured VMware Sovereign Cloud certification, a step the company says reinforces its…
US relaxes export rules for Nvidia’s H200 AI chip amid Chinese import restrictions and domestic push for semiconductor independence
The US has revised its export policies to permit conditional sales of Nvidia’s H200 AI accelerator to China, while Beijing tightens restrictions on imports, accelerating China’s domestic chip development and reshaping the global AI hardware market. The United States has formally shifted its export policy to allow conditional sales of…
Leading technology and consultancy firms in Europe and the UK are bolstering their leadership teams in a bid to accelerate regional growth, with a focus on cloud, AI, and cybersecurity innovation amidst rising customer demand. A wave of senior appointments announced in early 2026 underlines a renewed push by channel…
Embedding scenario-specific playbooks is crucial for effective cyber incident response in 2026
As cyber attacks escalate, organisations must go beyond compliance by integrating tested, scenario-specific Cyber Incident Response Playbooks into their operational frameworks to minimise damage and ensure rapid response in 2026. Given the scale of cyber attacks in 2025, organisations entering 2026 cannot rely on compliance alone; they must embed tested,…
Microsoft boosts Anthropic AI sales amid strategic diversification and cautious enterprise demand
Microsoft intensifies incentives for its Azure sales team to promote Anthropic’s Claude models, as part of a broader strategy to diversify AI partnerships and secure future workload demand amidst enterprise hesitations. Microsoft has begun actively incentivising its Azure cloud sales force to promote Anthropic’s Claude family of AI models, mirroring…
Healthcare risks exposed as AWS outage highlights cloud fragility and silence in governance
The October 2025 AWS outage revealed critical vulnerabilities in healthcare IT systems, emphasising the need for strategic architectural and governance reforms to mitigate operational and financial risks. When Amazon Web Services’ US‑EAST‑1 region experienced a multi‑hour outage on October 20, 2025, the incident became a public spectacle because consumer‑facing sites…
A new industry report reveals that despite significant interest, trust, data quality, and regulatory concerns continue to impede the widespread deployment of agentic AI in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Although pharmaceutical and life sciences companies have actively explored agentic AI, a new industry study shows the technology’s promise…
Microsoft’s January Patch Tuesday focuses on security fixes and legacy modem driver removal in Windows 11 and 10
Microsoft releases its first Patch Tuesday of 2026, prioritising security enhancements and bug fixes for Windows 11 and 10, including the removal of outdated modem drivers to address security risks. Microsoft has issued its first regular Patch Tuesday of 2026, distributing cumulative updates for Windows 11 (25H2 and 24H2 via…
Ireland’s new LEAP plan aims to unlock €19 billion for green industry growth amid energy concerns
The Irish Government’s Large Energy User Action Plan (LEAP) seeks to attract investment in energy-intensive sectors by developing green energy parks and upgrading infrastructure, sparking debate over environmental impact and energy security. The Irish Government has published the Large Energy User Action Plan (LEAP), a strategy designed to attract investment…
Transport for London and Boldyn Networks are accelerating plans to blanket the entire London Underground with high-speed 4G and 5G signals by the end of 2026, expanding coverage across stations and tunnel sections amid industry-leading technical achievements. More stations and longer stretches of tunnel on London’s Tube are now carrying…
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