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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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Global IoT antenna shipments are set to soar to 13 billion units by 2030, driven by advancements in AI-based design tools and emerging wireless standards, with Europe poised to capitalise on the technological shift amidst post-pandemic recovery. Global Internet of Things (IoT) antenna shipments are forecasted to rebound and reach…
EU agrees to ambitious 2040 emissions target with flexible compromises amid climate debates
By News RoomEuropean Union member states have formally adopted a 90% net greenhouse gas reduction target by 2040, balancing environmental ambitions with political and economic considerations through key modifications and flexibility mechanisms, amid ongoing debates and global climate commitments. The European Union member states have officially adopted a legally binding target to…
Streaming services innovate to retain subscribers amid inflation pressures and rising costs
By News RoomAmid inflation and economic uncertainty, U.S. streaming video consumers are adopting new strategies such as bundling and acceptive ads to sustain their favourite services, with industry innovation crucial to maintaining loyalty. Amid rising inflation and economic uncertainty, streaming video subscribers in the U.S. are prioritising their spending on digital entertainment,…
Data center generator market set for rapid growth amid shift towards greener backup solutions and microgrids
By News RoomThe global data center generator market is projected to reach US$6.7 billion by 2028, driven by innovations in fuel technology, sustainability initiatives, and the expansion of microgrid infrastructure amid surging data demands. The global market for data center generators is forecasted to experience substantial growth in the next decade, driven…
Next-generation Nvidia GPUs and server racks are prompting a significant leap in cooling system costs, highlighting the escalating challenge of thermal management in high-performance AI infrastructure. Nvidia’s cutting-edge AI server racks are pushing the boundaries of liquid cooling technology, with a significant financial and technical investment required to manage the…
A new BB-REG-NET report highlights how responsibly managed biodegradable plastics could significantly reduce long-term environmental harm, challenging misconceptions about their microplastic impact and calling for regulatory harmonisation. On October 14, 2025, BB-REG-NET, a UK-based regulatory science network focused on bio-based and biodegradable materials, released a pivotal report titled “Addressing Persistent…
The exponential rise in AI infrastructure is accelerating global electricity demand, risking increased reliance on fossil fuels and complicating climate commitments as data centre energy consumption could more than double by 2030, prompting calls for stronger regulation and renewable integration. The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), especially the development…
UK channel partners accelerate digital transformation with AI-driven tools and tailored enablement strategies
By News RoomUK technology firms are adopting innovative AI and automation solutions, combined with customised partner enablement, to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape and enhance client relationships. In today’s rapidly evolving UK technology landscape, fostering an environment where innovation thrives and collaboration deepens is key to unlocking the full…
AI-driven integration and hybrid cloud strategies reshape the fast-growing enterprise PaaS market
By News RoomThe enterprise PaaS market is accelerating, driven by AI advancements, hybrid cloud management, and ecosystem partnerships, with projections reaching $264 billion by 2030 amid shifting market dominance and innovative edge solutions. The Enterprise Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) market is rapidly evolving, driven by emergent technologies such as generative AI (GenAI), AI agents,…
Zoom announces plans to establish a UK data centre by early 2026, aiming to deliver secure, compliant, and AI-enabled collaboration tools tailored for Europe’s highly regulated markets amid increasing regionalisation trends. Five years after becoming synonymous with pandemic-era video calls, Zoom is pivoting once more, this time advancing its focus…
Snapchat announces a $400 million deal with Perplexity AI to embed an AI-powered conversational search engine within its app, transforming user experience and revealing a strategic shift towards becoming a utility platform by 2026. Snapchat is set to transform its user experience dramatically by embedding an AI-powered conversational search engine…
Microsoft’s Magentic Marketplace reveals AI agency challenges amid ambitious autonomous systems dreams
By News RoomA recent study by Microsoft Research highlights significant limitations in current autonomous AI agents, cautioning against premature deployment despite rapid technological progress and promising enterprise applications. As generative AI technology continues to advance and find increasing adoption across various industries, questions remain about the readiness of AI agents to operate…
