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Wilmington city officials have postponed final approval of a proposed $4 billion AWS data centre following weeks of local opposition and community concerns, extending the review process to include further public input and environmental assessments. WILMINGTON city officials have postponed final approval of a proposed $4 billion Amazon Web Services…
The mobile app industry is entering a transformative phase, with AI, 5G, AR/VR, IoT and cloud-native architectures reshaping user experience, security and rapid delivery for 2026. The mobile app industry is entering one of its most transformative phases, where applications have moved beyond single-purpose utilities to become intelligent ecosystems that…
The global microwave device market is on a robust growth trajectory driven by advancements in 5G, defence, and automotive sectors, with industry shifts towards GaN technology and increased regional investments shaping its future landscape. The global market for microwave devices is on a steady growth trajectory, driven by rising demand…
2025 marks a pivotal year for Android, with visual redesigns, on-device AI, hardware upgrades, and improved interoperability transforming the platform into a more cohesive and premium experience. 2025 has emerged as a watershed year for Android, as Google has layered polish onto long‑standing strengths and addressed weaknesses that have long…
Spain has launched a public consultation to retire its 2G and 3G networks, aligning with broader European plans to enhance 4G and 5G services, while addressing the social and technical challenges of transitioning from legacy systems. Spain has begun the formal process to retire its 2G and 3G mobile networks,…
The European Commission’s internal review has cleared the way for a proposed overhaul of EU telecom rules, sparking industry efforts for easier mergers and unified regulation, as the Digital Networks Act moves towards final legislative consideration in 2024. The European Commission’s internal regulatory scrutiny body has given provisional approval to…
As the U.S. rushes to expand data centres for AI workloads, local communities, grid operators, and regulators grapple with the environmental, economic, and social implications of this rapid industry growth. The rapid spread of large-scale data centres to house artificial intelligence workloads is provoking a clash between local communities, grid…
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While 5G standalone (SA) roaming offers lower latency and more reliable services compared to non-standalone (NSA) networks, widespread adoption remains gradual. Industry trials signal progress towards better international mobile experiences, but practical benefits for travellers will develop incrementally amid technical and commercial challenges. If you land in a foreign city,…
The European Commission launches a €1.2 trillion plan to overhaul electricity grids and scale renewable hydrogen, supported by national schemes and private sector innovations, signalling a rapid drive towards decarbonisation across Europe. The European Commission on Wednesday launched a sweeping European Grids Package that, according to pv‑magazine India, estimates a…
The sovereign cloud market is set to soar from USD 111.41 billion in 2025 to nearly USD 941 billion by 2033, driven by increasing data regulation, regional control demands, and innovative vendor offerings, reshaping enterprise and government cloud strategies worldwide. The sovereign cloud market is entering a period of rapid…
Antitrust authorities across the US, UK, and EU are escalating investigations into major cloud providers, focusing on data egress fees, long-term commitments, and potential market lock-in, as competition fears intensify amid industry consolidation. Antitrust authorities in the United States, the United Kingdom and the European Union have intensified scrutiny of…
Major US wireless providers are engaging in aggressive discounting strategies, resulting in enhanced offers for consumers, while also complicating plan comparisons and highlighting emerging market tensions. Wireless-phone carriers have opened an aggressive price war that is producing unusually generous offers for consumers prepared to shop around, industry analysts and reporting…
Driven by cloud, 5G and security demands, Software Defined Networking market’s growing fast
By Gary FloodThe global SDN market is set to more than triple in value by 2030 as organisations worldwide adopt centralised, programmable networks to support digital transformation, cloud migration, and emerging technologies like 5G and AI, amid intensifying security needs. The global software defined networking (SDN) market is entering a phase of…
The global quantum computing market is projected to surge to nearly US$ 8.8 billion by 2031, driven by increased investments, technological advances, and expanding commercial applications across sectors such as pharmaceuticals and finance. “The Global Quantum Computing Market was valued at US$ 650.1 million in 2022 and is projected to…
Ireland has reduced energy-related emissions by 16% since 2018, primarily through renewables and power sector reforms, but faces significant challenges in sectors like transport and data centres that threaten its 2030 climate commitments. A new report from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) shows Ireland has cut energy-related emissions…
Europe is experiencing a rapid transformation of its data‑centre landscape driven by soaring AI demands, with large-scale investments, decentralised deployment, and innovative cooling technologies reshaping the continent’s digital infrastructure and sustainability strategies. Artificial intelligence is reshaping Europe’s digital infrastructure with an urgency that goes well beyond software: it is forcing…
In 2025, flagship deals including SES’s acquisition of Intelsat, T-Mobile’s fibre ventures, and UK mobile operator mergers are transforming the global telecoms sector through strategic consolidation, new market roles, and expanded service offerings. From bold strategic moves to unexpected partnerships, five major transactions this year are reshaping the global telecoms…
An international coalition seeks to reshape the silicon ecosystem through a comprehensive, system-level approach, but faces hurdles from market distortions and coordination risks as it strives to turn political consensus into tangible industrial outcomes. Pax Silica arrived in Washington on 12 December as an ambitious, US‑led attempt to stitch together…
Emotion-aware artificial intelligence is now practically impacting US healthcare call centres, enhancing patient interactions and operational efficiency while raising ethical and privacy considerations. Emotion-aware artificial intelligence is moving from speculation to practical use in US healthcare call centres, reshaping how sensitive conversations are handled and how routine tasks are automated.…
