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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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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.…
The UK telecoms regulator Ofcom has launched formal probes into BT Group and Three UK following significant outages this summer, raising questions about operator resilience and compliance with regulatory obligations. The UK telecoms regulator Ofcom has opened formal investigations into BT Group and Three UK after separate summer outages that…
As fragmentation across global 5G networks persists, enterprises and operators are predicted to move towards managed IoT connectivity solutions in 2026, reshaping industry standards and reducing technical and commercial complexity. For CIOs wrestling with fleets of distributed devices, the promise of the Internet of Things is colliding with the practicalities…
Cloudflare’s sixth annual Radar review highlights a 19% surge in global internet traffic in 2025, driven by satellite networks, automated scraping, and large-scale attacks, signalling a profound rewiring of the internet’s architecture and security landscape. Nobody would be surprised that communications traffic rose in 2025, but Cloudflare’s sixth annual Radar…
eSIM revolution accelerates both better travel connectivity but also better user choice
By Gary FloodThe shift from physical SIM cards to eSIM technology is transforming mobile connectivity for travellers, offering greater convenience, security, and sustainability while disrupting traditional telecom paradigms. For years the tiny physical SIM card dictated how travellers connected: a fiddly, analogue ritual that shaped purchasing habits and network loyalty. Now that…
Japan has achieved nearly complete 5G population coverage, yet performance and accessibility vary widely across operators and regions, highlighting ongoing challenges in bridging urban-rural gaps and ensuring consistent user experience. Japan has achieved near‑universal 5G population coverage, but performance and real‑world access vary sharply across operators and prefectures, leaving many…
