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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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EU aims for greener data centres but regulatory and measurement hurdles could slow progress
By Gary FloodThe European Union is pushing to make data centres more sustainable amid challenges in regulation, reporting, and incentivising energy efficiency, as the sector’s growth threatens to undermine climate ambitions. Europe’s scramble to expand data centre capacity is colliding with its climate ambitions as policymakers struggle to turn sparse, inconsistent reporting…
Surging demand from artificial intelligence buildouts is causing a global memory chip shortage, elevating prices and prompting shifts in supply strategies as industry players brace for ongoing scarcity into 2026. Memory chip prices are surging as artificial intelligence buildouts tighten supply for server DRAM, especially DDR5, and high-bandwidth memory (HBM),…
Drax Power Limited has submitted plans to develop two modest data centre buildings near Drax Power Station, signalling a broader strategy to repurpose energy sites into digital infrastructure hubs amid rising AI demand and environmental considerations. Plans to build two modest data centre buildings on land immediately north of Drax…
Data centres in orbit: hype, or a genuine next frontier in AI infrastructure innovation?
By Gary FloodLeading tech giants and startups are exploring the possibility of floating AI data centres in orbit, promising renewable energy and cooling benefits amid rising terrestrial resource pressures , but significant technical and economic challenges remain. If the architects of the artificial intelligence boom are right, the next frontier for computing…
Virgin Media O2 is phasing out its 3G network across the UK to prioritise 4G and 5G services, prompting millions to upgrade their devices. The move enhances mobile speeds and capacity but requires customers with older handsets or international SIMs to adapt before services are discontinued. One of the UK’s…
With over 11,000 data centres worldwide, a new map reveals the US’s outsized role and highlights industry adaptations to rising temperatures and regional inequalities in digital infrastructure deployment. Actualmente existe una enorme y creciente huella física detrás de la nube: un mapa interactivo elaborado a partir de Data Center Map…
By 2026, organisations will treat network resilience as a strategic imperative, adopting multi-carrier, mobility-first, and AI-enabled connectivity solutions to safeguard revenue, safety, and operational intelligence, according to The Fast Mode. In a digital-first economy where AI, cloud platforms and a proliferation of always-connected devices underpin core operations, connectivity has moved…
Quantum computing emerges as the new frontier amid market volatility and technical challenges
By Gary FloodAs artificial intelligence saturation prompts investors to explore quantum computing, industry experts highlight its disruptive potential and the need for cautious, long-term engagement amidst technical hurdles and market volatility. According to the report by News On Japan, quantum computing is emerging as the next major investment theme after the rapid…
Global market for fibre optic network switches is projected to reach over US$1.2 billion by 2032, driven by expanding data centres, 5G roll-out, and rising cloud adoption, amid technological innovations and regional growth dynamics. Global Info Research’s recent report on the fibre optic network switches market places the sector at…
A new scientific analysis highlights the environmental costs of expanding AI infrastructure in the US, with potential emissions and water demands threatening progress on climate targets this decade, prompting calls for regional planning and efficiency measures. A new scientific analysis warns that the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure could…
At CES 2026, Nvidia showcased a strategic shift towards embedding artificial intelligence into operational systems, highlighting advances in hardware, software, digital twins, and robotics that aim to accelerate AI adoption across data centres, factories, and cities. The spotlight at Nvidia’s presence during CES 2026 underlines a broader shift: artificial intelligence…
The European AI-as-a-Service market is set to surge to nearly USD 73 billion by 2033, driven by regulatory compliance, energy considerations, and reliance on third-party platforms amid talent shortages, with significant national and vendor dynamics shaping its future. The Europe market for artificial intelligence as a service (AIaaS) is entering…
