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Amid rising AI workloads and energy costs, UK organisations are rethinking data centre placements and architectures, prioritising resilience, regional energy capacity, and hybrid solutions to meet accelerating capacity needs and ensure security. UK organisations are reworking their data centre strategies as a convergence of AI workloads, higher electricity prices and…
Drone strikes disrupt Amazon Web Services data centres in the Gulf amid rising regional tensions
By News RoomMultiple Amazon Web Services data-centre sites in the UAE and Bahrain were damaged in drone strikes, causing widespread service outages and highlighting increased regional militarisation and vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure. Amazon Web Services said drone strikes in the Gulf damaged multiple data-centre sites, knocking key cloud capacity offline and triggering…
Distributors evolve into strategic enablers of cloud, AI, and hyperscaler-driven business models
By Paul BriggsA new GTDC study reveals how IT distributors are transforming from logistics providers into vital partners that support the growth of cloud, artificial intelligence, and hyperscaler ecosystems, reshaping the tech channel landscape. IT distributors are reshaping the technology channel, emerging as the integrators of cloud, artificial intelligence and hyperscaler-driven…
Companies shift to modular, buy-first AI strategies amid failure to deliver value inside
By News RoomA new study reveals that most internal AI projects falter in delivering measurable business impact, prompting a corporate pivot towards modular, vendor-supported AI solutions for faster, more reliable results. The era of grand in‑house artificial intelligence programmes that consume vast development resources while delivering little measurable business value is…
Cisco introduces lightweight hypervisor as an alternative to VMware for collaboration workloads
By News RoomCisco unveils a specialised hypervisor aimed at simplifying deployment for on-premises calling applications, challenging VMware’s dominance in collaboration workload virtualisation amid shifting vendor strategies. Cisco is preparing to ship a pared-back hypervisor aimed specifically at running its calling applications, offering customers an alternative to VMware for virtualising services such as…
By 2026, rising legal, energy and connectivity demands are transforming cloud infrastructure strategies, emphasizing jurisdictional control and energy resilience as key competitive factors. As the Internet matures, the practical limits on where and how infrastructure can grow are becoming as important as the technology that powers it. Market forecasts…
The market for specialised IoT routers is experiencing rapid growth, fuelled by 5G deployment and smart-city projects, though security and interoperability challenges remain as competition intensifies among providers. The market for routers tailored to Internet of Things deployments is entering a phase of rapid expansion as enterprises and public…
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U.S. accelerates supercomputing race with nine new AI-focused systems to secure global leadership
By News RoomThe United States is rapidly expanding its supercomputing infrastructure across national laboratories, deploying nine cutting-edge systems to bolster artificial intelligence capabilities and maintain strategic global leadership amid intensifying international tech rivalry. A quiet but intense technological competition is accelerating in the world’s top scientific institutions, with the United States undertaking…
While customer-facing sustainability measures dominate discussions, brands seeking meaningful environmental impact must focus on backend operational choices, like energy-efficient warehousing, optimised inventory, and greener delivery strategies, that can deliver substantial emissions reductions and cost savings at scale. Most discussions around eCommerce sustainability tend to concentrate on visible aspects such as…
To deal with hyperscaler dominance, MSPs must innovate with AI strategies to stay relevant
By News RoomAs hyperscalers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud embed AI into their platforms, managed service providers face a pivotal choice: adapt through strategic integration or risk obsolescence in a rapidly evolving cloud and AI landscape. The rapid evolution of cloud services and artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape…
HP announces plans to eliminate up to 6,000 jobs globally by 2028, aiming to leverage artificial intelligence to accelerate product innovation and improve efficiency amid sector-wide transformation. HP Inc. has announced plans to cut between 4,000 and 6,000 jobs globally by fiscal year 2028, a move aligned with its strategic…
Vensure Employer Solutions celebrates its 100th acquisition, integrating AI capabilities through CreAI, while iCIMS continues to innovate with award-winning AI recruitment solutions, signalling a transformative shift in HR technology. Vensure Employer Solutions has marked a significant milestone with the completion of its 100th acquisition, acquiring CreAI, a specialised HR technology…
AI-driven marketing ecosystem integration accelerates campaign efficiency and cost savings
By News RoomIndustry leaders reveal that strategic AI integrations are transforming marketing operations, promising superior campaign agility, significant cost reductions, and a competitive edge in today’s complex digital landscape. Marketing operations are undergoing a profound transformation driven by strategic integrations of artificial intelligence (AI) within technology stacks. This shift demands a fundamental…
iCustomer’s Audience Loop disrupts audience management with AI-driven, real-time workforce
By News RoomiCustomer unveils Audience Loop, a groundbreaking AI-powered workspace transforming how marketers manage and activate audience data across campaigns, enabling more precise targeting and continuous optimisation without technical complexity. iCustomer has introduced Audience Loop, an AI-driven workspace designed to transform how growth and performance marketers manage their audience data across campaigns.…
Disseqt AI, HCLTech, and Microsoft collaborate to accelerate responsible agentic AI adoption in financial services
By News RoomDisseqt AI partners with HCLTech and Microsoft to deploy secure, scalable Agentic AI solutions designed to transform financial operations while prioritising ethics and compliance, amid industry’s push for responsible digital transformation. Disseqt AI has announced a strategic collaboration with HCLTech and Microsoft aimed at guiding banks and financial services institutions…
Transition to seamless social media and device integration accelerates digital habits shift
By News RoomEmerging trends are transforming daily digital routines, emphasising seamless connectivity, privacy control, and innovative content creation amidst evolving social commerce and interaction modes. New routines are rapidly taking shape in how people use devices and social media platforms in tandem, reflecting a broader shift in daily digital habits. Small, user-friendly…
The latest Ericsson Mobility Report reveals that by 2027, 5G will surpass 4G as the primary mobile technology, driven by exponential growth in subscriptions, data traffic, and fixed wireless access worldwide, reshaping the future of mobile connectivity. The latest Ericsson Mobility Report, published in November 2025, paints a vivid picture…
Network security market accelerates towards USD 80 billion as AI and 5G drive innovation
By News RoomThe global network security market is set to nearly double to USD 54.6 billion by 2030, propelled by AI enhancements, 5G security needs, and the rapid digital transformation across industries worldwide. The global network security market is experiencing robust expansion, driven by escalating cyber threats and the need for enhanced…
AI expansion accelerates gigawatt-scale data centres amid sustainability and supply chain challenges
By News RoomThe rapid growth of AI and blockchain technologies is transforming data centres into massive, high-density facilities, prompting significant investments and raising environmental concerns, as industry players explore new innovations and face regulatory pressures. Data centers have emerged at the forefront of the digital infrastructure revolution, driven by the explosive growth…
