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U.S. regulators escalate crackdown on tech firms favouring foreign workers over Americans
By News RoomThe Justice Department’s lawsuit against Cloudera signals intensified scrutiny of employment practices favouring temporary foreign workers, with broader implications for tech companies navigating compliance amid an increasingly aggressive enforcement environment. The Trump administration has stepped up pressure on technology employers that sponsor foreign workers, with the latest case against Cloudera…
Versent’s new agreement with AWS signals a shift towards programmable networks and agentic AI, aiming to revolutionise mid-market enterprise services with rapid application assessment and modernisation tools amidst the evolving network landscape. Versent has deepened its long-running relationship with Amazon Web Services through a five-year agreement aimed at bringing…
In response to recent outages and wartime threats, South Korea is considering innovative data storage solutions, including cross-border backups and modular centres, to enhance resilience and protect critical public information. The recent spate of cloud outages and wartime disruptions has sharpened debate in South Korea over where critical public data…
MediaTek’s new AI research centre harnesses innovative cooling and scaling for edge computing
By News RoomMediaTek has launched a cutting-edge AI research and development data centre in Miaoli County, featuring advanced NVIDIA hardware, immersion cooling, and sustainable energy solutions, signalling a significant push into high-performance and edge AI computing. MediaTek has opened a new research and development data centre in Tongluo Science Park, Miaoli…
Exploit kits expand in 2026 Q1 with new payloads for Office, Windows, and Linux vulnerabilities
By News RoomSecurity researchers observe a broadening of exploit kit activity in early 2026, with fresh payloads targeting Microsoft Office, Windows, and Linux, amidst rising vulnerabilities and AI-driven threat detection challenges. Security researchers say exploit kits aimed at ordinary user systems broadened again in the first quarter of 2026, with fresh payloads…
Critical Palo Alto firewall zero-day sparks accelerated patching amid rising supply chain and API abuse attacks
By News RoomPalo Alto Networks warns of a critical zero-day flaw affecting its firewalls, as attackers rapidly exploit vulnerabilities, supply chain malware spreads, and API abuse increases, forcing a shift towards faster security responses and proactive monitoring. Palo Alto Networks has warned customers about a critical zero-day in its PAN-OS firewall software,…
As delays in implementation emerge, financial firms face ongoing pressure to enhance traceability, documentation, and auditability of their AI-driven communication monitoring systems to meet strict EU regulatory standards. For compliance teams at EU-regulated financial firms, the latest talk of delay around the AI Act may feel like breathing space.…
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Lenovo has unveiled a pioneering warm water cooling system that leverages high-temperature water to cut energy costs and enhance sustainability in data centres, employing AI and corrosion-resistant materials to optimise thermal management. In the evolving era of AI and high-performance data processing, Lenovo has introduced a pioneering water cooling technology…
A new report underscores photonics as the key to reducing AI-induced electricity demand and carbon emissions in Europe, amid soaring data centre growth and infrastructure pressures. A new report by Photonics21, authored by TEMATYS, underscores photonics, the use of light to transmit and process information, as the only feasible solution…
Since launching a dedicated directory in July 2025, AWS Marketplace has experienced a meteoric rise in AI agent adoption, driven by technological advances and strategic enhancements that are transforming enterprise automation on a global scale. AWS Marketplace has witnessed an extraordinary surge in AI agent adoption since launching a dedicated…
Google is intensifying its efforts to compete with Nvidia by expanding its AI chip offerings into enterprise data centres, signalling a potential shift in the AI hardware landscape. In a decisive and strategic expansion, Google is escalating its efforts to challenge Nvidia’s entrenched dominance in the AI chip market, currently…
Leading brands like CVS, Ulta Beauty, and Whatnot are leveraging AI and first-party data to create seamless, personalised retail environments that strengthen customer relationships and adapt to the evolving digital landscape. Across the retail landscape, a transformative convergence of physical and digital channels is reshaping how brands connect with consumers.…
Apple’s early product upgrades and precise market timing helped it outperform rivals during China’s Singles’ Day, highlighting shifting strategies in the smartphone industry. China’s Singles’ Day smartphone sales this year revealed a striking shift in market dynamics, with Apple surging ahead while some key local rivals faltered. According to data…
AI-driven cyber threats push organisations to overhaul defence strategies amid escalating global attacks
By News RoomAs AI-enabled cyberattacks surge worldwide, organisations are rapidly increasing cybersecurity investments and adopting real-time, automated defence measures to address evolving threats and protect vital assets. As artificial intelligence continues to reshape operational landscapes, organisations face a dual-edged sword: while many accelerate AI adoption to boost efficiency, others hesitate, unsure about…
AI-powered story generators like RedQuill are transforming entertainment by offering personalised, interactive narratives that challenge traditional streaming platforms, prompting a redefinition of how stories are consumed in the digital age. Streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and Max, long perceived as near-invincible entertainment giants with vast libraries and sophisticated algorithms, are…
Amazon announces a landmark $50 billion investment to expand AI and supercomputing capabilities for US federal agencies, aiming to accelerate national security, scientific research, and innovation with cutting-edge data centres and advanced AI services from 2026. Amazon has unveiled a substantial commitment to bolster artificial intelligence (AI) and supercomputing capabilities…
With proactive risk detection and automation, is AI revolutionising compliance management?
By News RoomAI technologies are transforming compliance management by enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and agility through automation, predictive analytics, and real-time monitoring, while addressing ethical and implementation challenges. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming compliance management, offering organisations across sectors an opportunity to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and agility in navigating complex regulatory environments.…
Europe seeks to counter US dominance with sovereign cloud architectures after AWS outage
By News RoomFollowing a major AWS outage exposing Europe’s reliance on US-based cloud providers, the continent accelerates efforts to develop resilient, sovereign cloud infrastructure through collaborative initiatives and federated edge networks. The recent widespread outage of Amazon Web Services (AWS) has cast a stark light on Europe’s pronounced reliance on a small…
Verizon’s layoffs highlight shift towards self-managed enterprise wireless infrastructure in telecom
By News RoomVerizon’s largest job cuts in history signal a strategic pivot in the telecom sector, with an emphasis on cost efficiency, operational streamlining, and the rise of carrier-neutral, adaptable wireless infrastructure for enterprises. In late 2025, Verizon announced its largest layoff in history, cutting over 13,000 jobs, which represents roughly 13%…
