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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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AWS enhances agentic AI capabilities with new conversational data tools and enterprise workflows
By News RoomAmazon Web Services unveils significant advancements in agentic artificial intelligence, introducing intuitive data management and automated enterprise workspace tools designed to drive productivity and data-driven decision-making across cloud and business environments. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is significantly advancing its agentic artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to enhance automation and productivity across…
Blumira unveils SOC Auto-Focus, an AI-driven tool designed to slash investigation times and empower MSPs with enhanced contextual insights, supporting faster, smarter security responses. Blumira has announced the launch of SOC Auto-Focus, an AI-powered security investigation tool designed to help IT teams and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) improve threat detection…
Oracle’s AI Data Platform attracts $1.5 billion investment from global system integrators and consulting giants
By News RoomLeading firms including Infosys, Cognizant, LTIMindtree, and Accenture have committed over $1.5 billion to support Oracle’s new AI Data Platform, signalling a major shift in enterprise AI adoption and infrastructure. Leading global system integrators and consulting firms, including industry giants Infosys, Cognizant, LTIMindtree, and Accenture, have collectively pledged an investment…
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising email segmentation by enabling real-time, highly targeted communication, boosting engagement and delivering smarter marketing campaigns. In today’s digital marketing landscape, AI-based email segmentation is revolutionising how businesses connect with their customers by enabling far more precise and timely communication than traditional methods. The core idea behind…
IBM acquires Cognitus to boost AI-driven SAP S/4HANA transformation in regulated industries
By News RoomIn a strategic move to enhance its SAP consulting capabilities, IBM acquires Cognitus, bringing proprietary AI-enabled tools and industry-specific expertise to accelerate digital transformations globally, particularly in regulated sectors. IBM has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cognitus, a specialist in SAP S/4HANA services, in a move designed to…
With AI, automation, and data unification transforming ABM from niche tactic to growth powerhouse, choosing the right agency is now more strategic and technology-driven than ever. Discover how advanced frameworks and AI ecosystems are shaping ABM success by 2026. In a rapidly evolving marketplace where every click and conversion significantly…
Cloud-based business analytics market set to hit USD 55 billion by 2031 amid surging AI integration
By News RoomThe global market for cloud-based business analytics software is projected to reach USD 55 billion by 2031, driven by technological advancements, AI integration, and industry-wide digital transformation initiatives, signalling a new era of data-driven decision making. The global market for cloud-based business analytics software is poised for substantial growth over…
Bharti Airtel partners with IBM to enhance its Airtel Cloud platform, integrating IBM’s Power systems and AI infrastructure to accelerate enterprise digital transformation across regulated sectors in India. Bharti Airtel has announced a strategic partnership with IBM aimed at significantly enhancing its Airtel Cloud platform. The collaboration combines Airtel’s telecom-grade…
As cyberattacks grow more sophisticated with AI, organisations are increasingly relying on combined email security and XDR platforms for proactive protection, detection, and response amid escalating global risks and geopolitical tensions. Email protection combined with extended detection and response (XDR) is rapidly becoming indispensable for modern cybersecurity, especially as organisations…
How ePresence Digital Marketing is navigating the delicate balance of AI in digital marketing
By News RoomAs AI becomes integral to digital marketing, ePresence Digital Marketing exemplifies a cautious, strategic approach that combines technological innovation with human oversight, highlighting the importance of maintaining authenticity and accuracy amid rapid automation. Artificial Intelligence has swiftly evolved from a novel concept into an indispensable element of digital marketing. Businesses…
Oracle unveils its new AI Data Platform at Oracle AI World, aiming to transform fragmented enterprise data into AI-ready insights, enabling organisations worldwide to accelerate innovation and automation while emphasising governance and collaboration. At Oracle AI World in Las Vegas, Oracle unveiled its new Oracle AI Data Platform, a system…
Banking industry leaders are crucially embedding AI into core strategies, emphasising responsible deployment and human oversight as global AI spending in financial services approaches USD 67 billion by 2028, transforming operational productivity and risk management. Banking industry leaders are increasingly recognising artificial intelligence (AI) as a core driver of strategic…
