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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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The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centres in the US is exposing critical vulnerabilities in the nation’s power infrastructure, risking blackouts, economic losses, and higher consumer energy costs unless urgent upgrades and demand management are enacted. The accelerating demand for electricity driven by artificial intelligence (AI) data centres is…
EU enforces stricter cybersecurity standards for connected devices ahead of 2025 deadline
By News RoomThe European Commission’s CE-Cyber Delegated Act introduces significant security requirements for IoT and wireless products, with compliance deadlines extended to August 2025 amid industry adjustments. The European Commission’s CE-Cyber Delegated Act, introduced under the Radio Equipment Directive (RED), marks a transformative shift in the regulatory framework governing connected devices across…
Businesses across Australia are increasingly adopting AI-powered personalised marketing strategies to create hyper-targeted customer experiences, with industry leaders investing heavily in automation and real-time data analysis to stay competitive in 2025. In 2025, personalised marketing is emerging as the definitive strategy for business growth, especially within the dynamic digital landscape.…
Despite Microsoft’s push to embed AI into Windows and Office, enterprise users remain cautious amid reliability issues, privacy concerns, and challenging trust barriers that threaten widespread adoption. Microsoft is intensifying its transformation towards an AI-native operating system, positioning this shift as an inevitable and logical evolution. However, despite the company’s…
Sophos integrates threat intelligence into Microsoft Copilot to transform AI-driven cybersecurity
By News RoomSophos announces the general availability of its Intelix threat intelligence within Microsoft’s AI-enabled security platforms, enhancing real-time threat detection and response for organisations of all sizes. Sophos has announced that its cyber threat intelligence repository, Sophos Intelix, is now generally available as an integrated offering within Microsoft’s AI-enabled security environments,…
Cyber espionage group PlushDaemon hijacks software updates via compromised network devices
By News RoomResearchers at ESET have uncovered a sophisticated cyberespionage campaign by the China-aligned group PlushDaemon, exploiting trusted software update channels and compromised network devices to infiltrate global targets across sectors and regions. Researchers at cybersecurity firm ESET have uncovered a covert and advanced cyberespionage campaign operated by a China-aligned threat group…
Advanced semiconductor packaging market set for accelerated growth driven by AI and 5G demands
By News RoomThe global advanced semiconductor packaging industry is on track to surpass USD 53 billion by 2032, propelled by surging demand for high-performance, energy-efficient electronics, with Asia Pacific leading the expansion and major players embracing innovative multi-chip solutions. The global advanced semiconductor packaging market is poised for significant expansion over the…
EU launches bold investigations into Amazon and Microsoft cloud services amid regulation push
By News RoomThe European Commission has initiated major probes into Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure, signalling a new phase of regulation aimed at critical cloud providers despite current thresholds. The investigations could reshape Europe’s cloud infrastructure and set global precedents for digital sovereignty and competition. The European Commission has initiated three…
Outsourcing fulfilment services accelerates e-commerce growth through strategic logistics innovations
By News RoomAs businesses expand on platforms like Amazon, outsourcing fulfillment services offers a strategic advantage by transforming fixed costs into flexible expenses, enhancing delivery speed, operational efficiency, and market reach, catalysts for sustained growth in competitive e-commerce landscapes. Outsourcing fulfillment services has become an increasingly strategic move for businesses, particularly those…
Kaseya’s CEO Rania Succar unveils plans to empower managed service providers with AI-driven tools, revolutionising support for small and mid-sized businesses amidst upcoming IPO preparations and ongoing product innovations. Kaseya, a prominent provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software, is deepening its commitment to supporting small and mid-sized businesses…
The payments industry is undergoing a seismic shift as AI-driven systems enable faster, smarter, and more secure transactions, demanding resilient infrastructure and enhanced security measures to outpace growing cyber threats. The payments industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technological infrastructures,…
SAP Datasphere redefines enterprise data management with real-time insights and seamless integration
By News RoomSAP Datasphere emerges as a comprehensive, cloud-based platform that unifies data integration, modelling, governance, and consumption, empowering organisations with real-time insights and fostering collaboration across diverse systems. SAP Datasphere is emerging as a transformative cloud-based data management platform that simplifies how organisations integrate, model, govern, and analyse data from diverse…
