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Intel’s stock surged further after President Trump claimed Apple will collaborate on US-based chip manufacturing, boosting investor confidence amid advances in its technological roadmap and leadership ambitions. Intel’s sharp recent rally continued in pre-market trade after President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that Apple had agreed to work with…
Westcon-Comstor secures strategic funding from General Atlantic to accelerate global expansion
By Paul BriggsThe distributor’s latest deal with the long-term growth investor bolsters its capital and strategic support, paving the way for further international growth without altering its successful operating model. Westcon-Comstor has struck a strategic investment and financing deal with General Atlantic, bringing in the global growth investor as a minority…
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,…
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Nutanix’s expanded cloud platform enhances sovereignty and flexibility with new on‑premises and partner support
By News RoomNutanix has unveiled significant updates to its Cloud Platform, offering organisations increased control and compliance across distributed, sovereign, and disconnected environments, complemented by expanded partner integrations and new management tools to simplify operations. Nutanix has expanded the capabilities of its Nutanix Cloud Platform (NCP) to give organisations greater flexibility to…
Intel unveils Panther Lake as a milestone in its 18A manufacturing push, challenging rivals with new AI-focused chips
By News RoomIntel launches its first client processor family built on the 18A process, signalling a significant step in its manufacturing revival and its ambitions in AI and niche markets, amidst industry scrutiny and competitive pressure. Intel this week moved to the next phase of its manufacturing comeback with the formal unveiling…
A British tourist’s viral TikTok showing full 5G reception at sea off Thailand has reignited discussions about mobile network coverage worldwide, highlighting stark contrasts between rural and urban connectivity and prompting calls for infrastructure investment. A British tourist’s viral TikTok clip showing full 5G reception while on a speedboat off…
Telecom networks set to underpin autonomous digital economies through advanced infrastructure
By News RoomEmerging technological convergence in AI, IoT, blockchain, and 5G is transforming telecom networks into the foundational infrastructures for autonomous digital economies, enabling scalable, secure, and decentralised agent-driven transactions at a global level. Economic systems have advanced in step with technological change, and a new transformation is now taking shape:…
TCL unveils a new lineup of eye‑friendly devices and cutting‑edge Wi‑Fi 7 routers at CES 2026, blending innovative display technology with enhanced connectivity for mobile productivity. TCL used CES 2026 to expand its “NxtPaper” family and unveil a small suite of mobile products that lean heavily into eye‑friendly displays…
Juniper Research’s latest report highlights a pragmatic shift towards deploying mature IoT technologies with an emphasis on security, resilience, and operational readiness in 2026, signalling a move from research to real-world application. Juniper Research’s Top 10 Emerging Tech Trends for 2026 sketches a practical, deployment-focused agenda for enterprises that…
As artificial intelligence models grow larger and denser, the industry’s physical limits are being tested, with a race for grid access, land, and advanced cooling shaping the future of hyperscale data centres amid increasing pressures on infrastructure and regulatory hurdles. The expansion of artificial intelligence is colliding with the physical…
Global: Digital transformation market growth driven by cloud, AI, and IoT adoption globally
By News RoomShoppers of tech news are watching projections climb: the global digital transformation market is set to surge from about USD 1.07 trillion in 2024 to an estimated USD 4.62 trillion by 2030. Businesses, IT teams and investors should care because cloud, AI and edge are reshaping costs, speed and security…
Shoppers and IT teams alike are waking up to how fragile modern supply chains can be. From the SolarWinds shock to a flood of AI-driven scams, organisations in the UK and beyond are rethinking how they vet suppliers, protect data, and plan for incidents that start three links away. Essential…
Amid bullish AI cloud outlook and billion-dollar contracts, right now Oracle seems unstoppable
By Gary FloodOracle’s shares hit a historic high after announcing a surge in cloud infrastructure commitments and ambitious growth targets in the generative-AI market, positioning the tech giant as a formidable contender among industry leaders. Oracle’s shares rocketed to record highs, surging as much as 43% on September 10, 2025, after the…
Europe’s advanced analytics market set for explosive growth amid regulatory and technological shifts
By Gary FloodThe European advanced analytics market is projected to soar to USD 203.79 billion by 2033, driven by regulatory mandates, cloud adoption, and technological innovations, transforming analytics from a competitive edge to a regulatory necessity. The Europe advanced analytics market is expanding rapidly from a base of USD 36.49 billion in…
Ireland’s rapidly expanding data centre sector, driven by the AI revolution, is raising critical concerns over energy consumption and climate commitments amid mounting investment from global tech giants. Strange though it may seem, the best vantage on the unfolding global rush into artificial intelligence in Ireland remains a walking trail…
