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Qualcomm’s $3.9 billion acquisition of Modular signals challenge to Nvidia’s CUDA ecosystem
By News RoomQualcomm is set to buy AI software startup Modular in a deal worth about $3.9 billion, aiming to control the software layer that enables hardware-agnostic AI deployment and challenge Nvidia’s dominant CUDA ecosystem. Qualcomm has agreed to buy Modular, an artificial intelligence software start-up, in an all-stock deal valued at…
With advanced protection tools and recommended safety practices, users can better defend their personal data against theft and fraud if their devices go missing, according to security experts. Losing a smartphone can quickly become more than an inconvenience. In an age when phones hold bank apps, social accounts, messages, photos…
Bytes Technology Group’s latest financial results shed light on the increasing corporate investment in AI and cloud infrastructure, positioning the reseller as a key proxy for enterprise technology demand despite thinner margins. Bytes Technology Group is once again in the market’s spotlight as investors weigh the group’s exposure to…
Salesforce Marketing Cloud Next transforms orchestrated customer engagement with AI and unified data
By News RoomSalesforce launches Marketing Cloud Next, signalling a strategic shift towards unified customer data, AI-driven automation, and deeper platform integration, challenging marketers to adapt to a new operational paradigm. Salesforce Marketing Cloud Next marks a clear shift in how the company wants marketers to work: less as operators of isolated campaign…
Apple delays Apple TV and HomePod mini refresh to prioritise advanced Siri AI integration
By News RoomApple is holding back hardware updates for its Apple TV and HomePod mini to launch a more capable Siri AI, focusing on internal upgrades that aim to transform home entertainment and smart-home experiences. Apple is preparing refreshed versions of the Apple TV and HomePod mini, but the launch still appears…
Sub-Saharan Africa set to lead global 5G growth, reaching 370 million subscriptions by 2031
By News RoomEricsson forecasts Sub-Saharan Africa will become the fastest-growing 5G market over the next five years, with subscriptions soaring from 30 million in 2025 to 370 million by 2031, signalling a major shift in the region’s digital landscape. Ericsson says Sub-Saharan Africa is on track to become the world’s fastest-growing 5G…
Memory market faces growth driven by AI demand amid looming supply constraints and price hikes
By News RoomThe computer memory sector is set for rapid expansion driven by AI and cloud growth, despite ongoing price increases and supply challenges, with major investments and political tensions shaping its future. The market for computer memory is being reshaped by a powerful mix of artificial intelligence demand, cloud expansion and…
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HPE signals major networking overhaul with AI-driven ambitions after Juniper acquisition
By Paul BriggsHewlett Packard Enterprise unveils its integrated, AI-enabled networking strategy following its July 2025 acquisition of Juniper Networks, aiming to create autonomous, self-driving networks and expand its AI and cloud offerings across Europe. Hewlett Packard Enterprise used its annual European customer gathering in Barcelona in early December 2025 to signal…
As organisations worldwide integrate AI more deeply, a shift towards embedding security and responsible governance into every stage of development is redefining digital transformation in 2026, turning security into a strategic advantage rather than a constraint. Escalating cyber risk and the accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence have combined to make…
Major institutional investors, including the New Jersey Common Pension Fund D and Norges Bank, have increased their holdings in Cisco amid strong quarterly results and a strategic focus on AI‑oriented technology, signalling a renewed bullish outlook on the networking giant’s growth prospects. State of New Jersey Common Pension Fund D…
Deutsche Telekom introduces the industry’s first multi‑orbit IoT roaming service, integrating terrestrial networks with geostationary and low‑earth orbit satellite links to ensure continuous worldwide device connectivity, transforming remote asset management and industrial applications. Deutsche Telekom has announced what it describes as the industry’s first multi‑orbit IoT roaming service, stitching terrestrial…
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s latest results highlight rapid revenue growth and margin expansion driven by surging demand for AI and data-centre chips, positioning it to reach a $3 trillion valuation in the coming years. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company has become the linchpin of the global chip supply chain, and recent…
An Intel update introduces support for Wi-Fi 7 and roaming enhancements amidst conflicting reports over package versions and OS compatibility, raising questions for users and IT professionals. Intel has made a new Wi‑Fi driver package available for its wireless adapters, but public accounts disagree on the version number and…
Substack has disclosed a significant security lapse after a four-month delay in uncovering a breach that exposed contact details of around 700,000 users, raising concerns over platform security and response times. Substack has disclosed that an unauthorised party gained access to user contact information in an intrusion that occurred in…
Telecom sector faces profound shift as private 5G drives efficiency and new revenue streams amidst ongoing job cuts
By Paul BriggsThe telecom industry is navigating a decade-long transition to cloud-native networks, with private 5G emerging as a key driver of operational efficiency and commercial growth, even as widespread job reductions continue to reshape the sector. With Mobile World Congress impending in Barcelona, the telecom sector is confronting a familiar…
Strategic planning and rigorous governance are critical as enterprises accelerate their shift to cloud, with recent analysis revealing that careful application selection and continuous optimisation can prevent costly overruns and compliance risks. Enterprises that rush to shift systems to the cloud risk cost overruns, performance shortfalls and compliance exposures unless…
Emerging satellite-to-phone services are expanding from experimental phases to practical use, offering enhanced safety and resilience for travellers in remote areas, but remain supplementary to traditional terrestrial networks. If you have ever been left with a frozen map or undelivered messages while travelling, a new wave of satellite-to-phone services…
Broadcasters turn tower sites into edge data centres to diversify revenue and meet low-latency demands
By News RoomTraditional broadcast tower sites are being transformed into lucrative edge computing hubs, leveraging existing infrastructure to cater to growing demand for low-latency data processing and diversify revenue streams amid declining transmission volumes. Broadcasters are increasingly repurposing the real estate and infrastructure that once existed solely to transmit radio and television…
Asia-based cyber-espionage campaign targets government and critical infrastructure across 37 countries
By News RoomResearchers from Palo Alto Networks reveal a large-scale, prolonged cyber-espionage operation targeting governments and vital sectors in over 37 nations, with signs of geopolitical timing and sophisticated attack methods. A sweeping cyber‑espionage campaign operating out of Asia has compromised computer systems belonging to governments and critical infrastructure organisations in more…
