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As cloud costs rise amid surging AI investments, SaaS companies must embed cloud efficiency into product strategy to protect margins and valuation, shifting from a peripheral concern to a core business metric. Cloud bills are no longer a back-office nuisance for SaaS companies; they are now a direct test of…
North Korea’s cyberattack surge in 2026 driven by AI and cryptocurrency targeting intensifies geopolitical risks
By News RoomNorth Korea-linked hackers carried out 99 state-sponsored cyberattacks in the first half of 2026, with an increasing focus on cryptocurrency, AI, and geopolitical targets, marking a significant escalation in its cyber warfare strategy. North Korea-linked hackers carried out 99 state-sponsored cyberattacks in the first half of 2026, making it the…
Oracle’s collaboration with Ingram Micro aims to accelerate cloud adoption, enhance AI projects, and diversify Australia’s enterprise infrastructure through a broader distribution programme and partner enablement. Oracle has brought Ingram Micro into its Australian cloud distribution programme in a move designed to widen access to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and the…
South Korea considers using fines from data breaches to fund victim compensation but faces implementation challenges
By News RoomSouth Korea’s data privacy watchdog plans to use fines from companies for breach-related damages to help victims recover losses, though practical hurdles remain in direct compensation efforts, as the commission explores new funding models. South Korea’s data privacy watchdog is moving towards using fines imposed on companies after personal information…
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…
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OpenAI has announced its first formal partner programme, backed by $150 million, aiming to build a global network of system integrators, managed service providers and consultants to scale its enterprise AI products amidst rising competition. OpenAI has moved to formalise its channel strategy with the launch of its first partner…
TD SYNNEX partners with Ramp to integrate financial software into technology distribution
By Paul BriggsTD SYNNEX’s new partnership with Ramp signals a strategic move to embed financial management tools into its enterprise technology offerings, broadening its role in IT distribution and services. Ramp’s new partnership with TD SYNNEX points to a broader push by both companies to embed financial software deeper into the…
Anthropic is set to grant the European Union’s cybersecurity agency ENISA access to its powerful AI model Mythos via the Project Glasswing programme, amid ongoing concerns over oversight and security in frontier AI systems. Anthropic is preparing to give the European Union’s cyber security agency access to Mythos, its most…
Intel unveils its OpenVINO Physical AI framework at Computex 2026, aiming to bring real-time, AI-driven sensing and action to robots, autonomous vehicles, and drones, reshaping industrial and commercial robotics. Intel used its Computex 2026 appearance to push further into robotics, unveiling OpenVINO Physical AI as part of a broader pitch…
IBM has launched a new feature, the Sovereignty Risk Profile, enabling enterprises to monitor and manage sovereignty risks in cloud deployments, supporting transparency, compliance, and operational independence amid tightening data regulations. IBM has launched a new feature intended to help enterprises identify sovereignty risks in cloud deployments, as concerns grow…
Fusion Worldwide leverages COMPUTEX Taipei 2026 to accelerate digital supply chain resilience in Asia
By Paul BriggsFusion Worldwide plans to showcase its enhanced supply chain intelligence and sourcing resilience solutions at COMPUTEX Taipei 2026, signalling a strategic push into Asia-Pacific markets amid rapid industry shifts. Fusion Worldwide is preparing for its first appearance at COMPUTEX Taipei 2026, using the event to deepen its pitch to…
Samsung plans a strategic overhaul of its foldable line, introducing a wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Ultra model, amid rising competition from Apple’s anticipated foldable iPhone launch. Samsung is reportedly preparing a sharper push into the foldable market with a naming overhaul that would mirror its premium Galaxy S…
Apple plans major iPhone redesign for 20th anniversary with foldable models and AI enhancements
By News RoomApple is set to overhaul its flagship smartphone with a significant redesign for its 20th anniversary in 2027, including foldable models and AI-driven software updates, signalling a new chapter for the device. Apple is laying the groundwork for a much bigger rethink of the iPhone than the one it is…
Consumer group Which? issues urgent advice for users to verify if their devices still receive critical security updates, highlighting vulnerabilities in outdated smartphones from Apple, Samsung, and others. Smartphone owners would be wise to check whether their device is still receiving security patches, as consumer group Which? warns that older…
Telecom industry shifts towards AI-enabled hybrid connectivity and enhanced security at MWC 2026
By News RoomAt MWC 2026, the telecom and IoT sectors reveal a transformative move towards integrated computing platforms, AI-driven networks, hybrid connectivity models, and a focus on security, signalling a more complex and autonomous industry landscape. IoT Analytics has set out seven telecom and IoT networking trends from Mobile World Congress 2026,…
BNP Paribas analyst reports clear signs of progress in Microsoft’s AI push, with improved Copilot engagement and accelerating Azure growth prompting upbeat outlooks and further upside expectations. Microsoft is beginning to show clearer progress in its artificial intelligence push, with BNP Paribas analyst Stefan Slowinski saying adoption of Copilot is…
Develop UK’s DSolutions drives partner transformation with focus on software and services
By Paul BriggsDevelop UK’s new DSolutions initiative, spearheaded by Andy Johnson, is transforming channel partners from device resellers into comprehensive solutions providers, emphasising software, cybersecurity, and recurring revenue models amid falling print volumes. When Andy Johnson joined Develop UK in September 2024, he was given a clear brief: build a solutions…
