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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…
B2B marketers are increasingly leveraging AI and intent data to refine ABM tactics, with personalised content and continuous engagement redefining the buyer journey amid rising digital research and self-serve preferences. Account-based marketing (ABM) continues to promise B2B marketers a more targeted and efficient route to success by focusing efforts…
IBM’s new Spyre Accelerator, set for release in October 2025, aims to bring generative AI capabilities to enterprise mainframes, combining security, speed, and flexibility for small and medium-sized businesses seeking to modernise their data infrastructure. IBM has announced the upcoming general availability of its latest AI innovation, the Spyre…
Volkswagen transforms lead generation with AI-driven data integration and personalised customer experiences
By News RoomVolkswagen Middle East has enhanced its lead generation strategy through seamless online and offline data integration, resulting in higher quality leads, cost reductions, and innovative AI-powered customer support, signalling a new era of efficiency and engagement in automotive marketing. Volkswagen Middle East has successfully enhanced its lead generation strategy by…
Capita faces record £14 million ICO fine after ransomware attack exposes personal data of 6.6 million
By News RoomUK’s largest outsourcing firm Capita has been fined £14 million by the ICO following a severe ransomware attack that compromised personal data of over 6.6 million individuals, highlighting critical cybersecurity lapses and regulatory repercussions. Capita, the UK’s largest outsourcing firm, has been handed a record £14 million fine by the…
Wolters Kluwer launches Expert AI as a core upgrade to its CCH Axcess platform, embedding advanced generative and agentic AI features to automate processes, enhance decision-making, and unify workflows across tax, audit, and firm management tasks. Wolters Kluwer has launched Expert AI, a significant advancement woven into its CCH Axcess…
The rapid evolution of AI-powered cyber threats is outpacing traditional defenses, prompting a drastic shift towards AI-enabled detection and response systems to combat increasingly sophisticated and autonomous attacks. The digital landscape, once hailed as a sphere of innovation and opportunity, is rapidly transforming into a precarious battlefield where artificial intelligence…
PAObank and OneConnect join Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s second cohort of the GenA.I. Sandbox, deploying advanced AI solutions to combat deepfake fraud and strengthen risk management in banking services. PAObank, a member of Ping An Insurance, and OneConnect, an associate company of Ping An, have been selected to join the…
As the e-commerce sector becomes ever more competitive, innovative web scraping technologies unlock real-time data insights, enabling retailers to adapt pricing, optimise product offerings, and uphold brand integrity in a rapidly shifting market landscape. In the fiercely competitive e-commerce sector, the ability to access and act on real-time data is…
SmartZip’s AI-driven platform revolutionises real estate lead generation with unprecedented accuracy
By News RoomSmartZip leverages big data and machine learning to transform real estate lead generation, offering agents precise insights to close more deals efficiently amid a burgeoning AI market set to reach over $1 trillion by 2030. In the competitive world of real estate, timing is everything. Agents often struggle to engage…
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Cisco report warns of surging identity threats driven by AI complexity and highlights UAE’s digital transformation focus
By News RoomA new Cisco Duo report reveals an alarming rise in identity-based cyber threats amplified by AI, with the UAE positioning itself as a regional leader in advanced, security-first digital initiatives amid ongoing challenges in managing complex identity infrastructures. The latest Cisco Duo report reveals a troubling rise in identity threats,…
Verizon and Nokia accelerate private 5G deployment at Thames Freeport, aiming for 2026 launch
By News RoomVerizon Business, in partnership with Nokia, advances its multi-site private 5G project at Thames Freeport, with a targeted go-live date of March 2026, setting a new standard for port and industrial digitalisation in the UK and Europe. Verizon Business, in partnership with Nokia, has advanced its ambitious project to deploy…
AMD has launched the Ryzen 9 PRO 9945, a high-performance desktop processor built on Zen 4 architecture, offering up to 16 cores, security features, and support for next-gen connectivity, targeting enterprise and demanding consumer markets. AMD has launched its Ryzen 9 PRO 9945 processor, a high-performance desktop chip built on…
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…
Nvidia announces a $5 billion investment in Intel, forging a strategic partnership to co-design processors and strengthen their positions in AI and data centre markets, disrupting traditional chip industry alliances. Nvidia has announced a substantial $5 billion investment in Intel, marking a significant strategic alliance between the two tech giants.…
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…
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…
The U.S. stock market reaches unprecedented levels in Q3 2025, driven by explosive growth in artificial intelligence companies and expectations of upcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts, prompting both optimism and caution among investors. The third quarter of 2025 has culminated in a historic rally for the U.S. stock market, with…
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…
Cloud infrastructure spending accelerates as AI demand fuels hyperscaler expansions in 2025
By News RoomGlobal cloud infrastructure expenditure soared to $95.3 billion in Q2 2025, driven by surging AI workloads, enterprise migration, and expanding collaborations among leading providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud amid persistent market momentum. Global spending on cloud infrastructure services surged to $95.3 billion in the second quarter of…
Microsoft’s fiscal third quarter of 2025 saw a 13% revenue increase to $70.1 billion, driven by a surge in cloud and AI services, reaffirming its leadership amidst rising industry competition. Microsoft Corporation has delivered a dominant fiscal third quarter for 2025, underscoring its stronghold in cloud computing and artificial intelligence.…
EMEA channel ecosystems accelerate AI-driven transformation with new partnership model focus
By News RoomChannel partners across EMEA are shifting towards consultative, value-led collaborations, integrating AI and automation to meet evolving regulatory standards and deepen customer engagement, signalling a significant industry transformation. Channel ecosystems throughout EMEA are undergoing significant transformation, driven by evolving customer expectations alongside accelerated adoption of AI, automation, and stringent regulatory…
