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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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Organisations must navigate the nuanced differences between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS to make strategic decisions for their Azure data workloads, balancing control, cost, and scalability amidst an ever-evolving cloud landscape. Organisations migrating to the cloud face critical decisions when selecting the optimal service model for their Azure data workloads, with…
Anthropic’s $30 billion Azure commitment propels multi-cloud AI race with Nvidia and Microsoft
By News RoomAnthropic, Nvidia, and Microsoft forge a strategic alliance to scale Claude AI on Azure, with a $30 billion investment and up to 1 gigawatt in capacity, signalling a new era in enterprise AI infrastructure and multi-cloud competition. Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Anthropic have forged a significant strategic partnership to scale Anthropic’s…
HughesNet is directing its customers towards SpaceX’s Starlink amid financial struggles and increasing competition, signalling a strategic pivot that could redefine the satellite broadband landscape. HughesNet, a veteran player in the satellite internet sector, is reportedly steering its customers toward Starlink, the satellite broadband service operated by SpaceX, signaling a…
As American lawmakers consider anti-piracy measures inspired by Europe’s domain-blocking tactics, experts warn that such approaches risk broad disruptions and fail to target the root causes of illegal streaming, prompting calls for more precise enforcement strategies. Across the United States, legislative momentum is building with two anti-piracy bills currently under…
UK introduces comprehensive cybersecurity overhaul with wider scope and stricter enforcement
By News RoomThe UK Government has launched the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, expanding regulatory scope, increasing penalties, and strengthening oversight to combat escalating cyber threats impacting critical infrastructure and vital services. The UK Government has launched its Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to significantly update the existing Network and Information Systems…
2026 marks a turning point as agentic AI, quantum computing, and Web 4.0 reshape security and infrastructure
By News RoomAs 2026 approaches, technology leaders face a pivotal year driven by autonomous AI, quantum threats, and new digital interfaces, demanding urgent action to secure the future of industry and national infrastructure. As 2026 approaches, the technological landscape is poised for a profound transformation driven by the convergence of agentic artificial…
Mastercard’s new European cyber resilience hub signals a shift towards proactive, collaborative threat intelligence
By News RoomMastercard has launched a European Cyber Resilience Centre and advanced educational initiatives, aiming to bolster collective cyber defence and protect Europe’s digital economy amid rising sophisticated cyber threats. The evolving landscape of cyber threats demands urgent adaptability, collaboration, and innovation from organisations worldwide. In an exclusive interview, Tina Mirceta, Senior…
Private 5G transforms live sports broadcasting with control, reliability, and edge integration
By News RoomEmerging private 5G networks are revolutionising live sports production by offering broadcasters greater control, consistent performance, and enhanced remote workflows, overcoming the limitations of public networks. For years, 5G has been heralded as a transformative force in live broadcasting, promising advances such as network slicing, guaranteed quality of service, and…
Tesla and Intel’s AI chip partnership could disrupt enterprise infrastructure with cost-effective, domestic manufacturing
By News RoomTesla’s potential collaboration with Intel to produce fifth-generation AI chips at a fraction of Nvidia’s costs signals a shift in AI infrastructure strategy, with implications for supply chain resilience and industry competition. Tesla’s recent announcement of a potential partnership with Intel to produce its fifth-generation AI chips marks a notable…
Despite global economic uncertainties, the MSP sector is poised for substantial growth in 2026, driven by advancements in AI, cybersecurity, and industry consolidation, with a focus on strategic specialisation and client partnerships. Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are heading into 2026 with a cautiously optimistic outlook despite lingering economic uncertainties. Recent…
Avanade launches innovative Microsoft-powered solutions to accelerate digital transformation
By News RoomProfessional services firm Avanade unveils a new suite of Microsoft-powered business solutions aimed at boosting operational efficiency, security, and cloud optimisation, with global rollout plans. Professional services company Avanade has introduced a new suite of Microsoft-powered business solutions designed to help organisations streamline operations, enhance security, and optimise cloud costs.…
Security Operations Centres are undergoing a revolutionary shift as artificial intelligence enhances detection, automation, and strategic planning in response to an increasingly complex and swift cyber threat landscape, with autonomous AI agents poised to redefine incident management. Over recent years, Security Operations Centers (SOC) have evolved significantly from manual operations…
