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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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Airtel Africa’s collaboration with Starlink to provide Direct to Cell services could redefine mobile connectivity in the continent, focusing on bridging coverage gaps with satellite technology while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. When Airtel Africa confirmed it would carry Starlink’s Direct to Cell service across its footprint next year, the announcement…
The worldwide fibre-optic sector is accelerating, propelled by 5G deployments, expanding data centres, and government broadband initiatives, with market values expected to nearly double by 2030 amidst diverse forecasts. The global fibre‑optic market is accelerating as mobile operators, cloud providers and governments push for higher‑capacity, lower‑latency networks. According to a…
Despite substantial investments, telecom operators struggle with legacy IT and network infrastructure, impacting innovation, operational costs, and customer satisfaction. New strategies emphasising cloud-native, agile platforms and organisational change are emerging to reshape the industry’s future. The telecommunications industry stands at a crossroads where broad 5G deployment and the promise of…
The data centre industry is experiencing a surge in airflow management solutions, driven by higher-density workloads and energy efficiency targets, with market forecasts predicting significant growth through 2030 as innovative cooling systems reshape operational strategies. Data centre operators and equipment manufacturers are increasingly turning to directed airflow solutions as a…
As 2025 concludes, IT sustainability has transitioned from voluntary best practices to regulatory mandates, demanding companies integrate compliance into their operational and strategic frameworks amid evolving standards and standards enforcement. As 2025 closes, IT sustainability has decisively moved from the domain of aspiration into the realm of obligation. What began…
Rising energy costs and surging data centre power consumption threaten to strain the aging U.S. electricity grid, prompting calls for urgent infrastructure investment and innovative solutions amid environmental trade-offs. Everyone – politicians and the public – are talking about energy costs and the strain that burgeoning data centres, driven by…
A Nokia-commissioned study reveals that the rapid surge in AI demand is testing existing digital networks across the US and Europe, with infrastructure constraints threatening to limit AI growth and raise sovereignty concerns, prompting calls for urgent policy and investment actions. Research commissioned by Nokia of roughly 2,000 business decision‑makers…
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…
