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As cloud costs rise amid surging AI investments, SaaS companies must embed cloud efficiency into product strategy to protect margins and valuation, shifting from a peripheral concern to a core business metric. Cloud bills are no longer a back-office nuisance for SaaS companies; they are now a direct test of…
North Korea’s cyberattack surge in 2026 driven by AI and cryptocurrency targeting intensifies geopolitical risks
By News RoomNorth Korea-linked hackers carried out 99 state-sponsored cyberattacks in the first half of 2026, with an increasing focus on cryptocurrency, AI, and geopolitical targets, marking a significant escalation in its cyber warfare strategy. North Korea-linked hackers carried out 99 state-sponsored cyberattacks in the first half of 2026, making it the…
Oracle’s collaboration with Ingram Micro aims to accelerate cloud adoption, enhance AI projects, and diversify Australia’s enterprise infrastructure through a broader distribution programme and partner enablement. Oracle has brought Ingram Micro into its Australian cloud distribution programme in a move designed to widen access to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and the…
South Korea considers using fines from data breaches to fund victim compensation but faces implementation challenges
By News RoomSouth Korea’s data privacy watchdog plans to use fines from companies for breach-related damages to help victims recover losses, though practical hurdles remain in direct compensation efforts, as the commission explores new funding models. South Korea’s data privacy watchdog is moving towards using fines imposed on companies after personal information…
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…
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Five Eyes warns AI developments could render cyber-defence assumptions obsolete within months
By News RoomThe Five Eyes intelligence alliance issues urgent warning that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, exemplified by Anthropic’s Mythos models, threaten to outpace current cyber-defence measures, prompting calls for swift action and modernisation across governments and industries. The Five Eyes intelligence alliance has warned that advanced artificial intelligence is developing fast…
HPE Instant On aims to bridge South Africa’s education connectivity gap through scalable Wi-Fi solutions
By News RoomAs South Africa strives for universal school access, HPE’s scalable Wi-Fi system offers a practical solution to address the digital divide, enabling connected classrooms amid budget constraints and infrastructural challenges. Reliable connectivity has become one of the quiet determinants of whether South African learners can fully benefit from the country’s…
Ireland’s digital growth hinges on rapid energy system modernisation and green infrastructure
By News RoomIreland grapples with balancing soaring AI data centre demand and a renewables-driven energy overhaul, reshaping its digital landscape and regional growth strategies. Ireland is entering a decisive phase in its digital economy. The country’s role as a base for global technology, cloud and life sciences groups has brought exceptional growth,…
Networks shift focus from speed to operational agility amid AI-driven traffic complexities
By News RoomAs cloud and AI workloads surge, organisations face new challenges in maintaining network performance, with operational flexibility, automation, and skills shortages now at the forefront of enterprise network evolution. Enterprise networks are moving into a phase where sheer bandwidth is no longer the only measure that matters. As cloud services,…
Virgin Media O2 plans 2029 shutdown of 2G network to accelerate spectrum shift to 4G and 5G
By News RoomVirgin Media O2 has announced it will begin shutting down its 2G mobile network in summer 2029, aiming to free up spectrum for faster, more energy-efficient 4G and 5G services amid industry-wide transitions in the UK. Virgin Media O2 will begin shutting down O2’s 2G mobile network in summer 2029,…
UK government launches £50 million initiative to boost domestic critical mineral supply chain
By News RoomA new £50 million fund aims to strengthen UK supplies of critical minerals, fostering domestic extraction, processing, and recycling to reduce reliance on imports and secure strategic technologies. Households and businesses in the UK are set to benefit from a new £50 million push to strengthen supplies of critical minerals,…
Broadcom redefines partner strategy with AI-native VMware Cloud Foundation and sovereign cloud focus
By News RoomBroadcom is shifting its EMEA partner strategy towards private cloud, AI integration, and data sovereignty, emphasising long-term customer outcomes and operational transformation through VMware Cloud Foundation, now enhanced for AI and secure, localised cloud services. Broadcom’s EMEA partner strategy is increasingly being shaped by a simple commercial reality: many enterprises…
US government restrictions on Anthropic’s AI models ignite debate over global AI strategy and security
By News RoomThe US government’s order to halt foreign access to Anthropic’s advanced AI models signals a seismic shift in the intersection of AI development and geopolitical security, amid industry concerns over innovation and international cooperation. The U.S. government’s order forcing Anthropic to suspend foreign national access to two of its most…
Arrow Electronics defies market expectations with AI-driven growth and supply chain repositioning
By Paul BriggsArrow Electronics has seen its shares more than double this year amid a strategic shift from traditional distribution to a pivotal role in AI infrastructure supply, highlighting its emerging influence in the evolving technology landscape. Arrow Electronics has emerged as one of this year’s more unexpected winners in technology,…
Kaspersky targets Asia-Pacific growth with focus on layered security amid rising cyber threats
By Paul BriggsAt its 2026 APAC Partner Conference in Seoul, Kaspersky highlights accelerating regional demand for integrated corporate security solutions amidst surging cyber threats and innovative attack methods, emphasizing South Korea’s strategic importance. Kaspersky used its 2026 APAC Partner Conference in Seoul on 11 June to outline a sharper push in…
Governments face urgent need to modernise legacy mainframe skills amid retiring experts and growing service demands
By News RoomAs the last generation of seasoned mainframe specialists retire, public agencies must adopt staged, hybrid cloud strategies and invest in knowledge transfer to prevent vulnerabilities and ensure ongoing service resilience. Dorothy Pentreath is remembered as the last native speaker of Cornish, and Jennifer Nelson uses that historical image to frame…
Google’s $2 billion Alabama data centre expansion signals shift towards nuclear power and AI infrastructure growth
By News RoomGoogle invests over $2 billion in its Alabama data centre, highlighting the growing reliance on nuclear and renewable energy sources to meet rising AI and cloud infrastructure demands in the US South. Google has invested more than $2 billion in its data centre campus in Jackson County, Alabama, according to…
