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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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The global battery energy storage system (BESS) market is projected to more than double from USD 10.9 billion in 2023 to over USD 25.5 billion by 2032, with analysts highlighting significant regional growth, technological shifts, and evolving industry competition amid varying forecasts. Stratview Research projects the global battery energy…
Nvidia’s $2 billion boost propels CoreWeave into new AI infrastructure heights amid mounting risks
By Paul BriggsNvidia has increased its stake in CoreWeave by $2 billion, reinforcing a strategic alliance to accelerate AI data centre expansion despite rising capital expenditure and execution challenges. Nvidia has committed a further $2 billion to CoreWeave, increasing its equity stake in the GPU-rental specialist as the chipmaker deepens a…
Rumours suggest Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone could surpass all previous models in battery size, with capacity potentially exceeding 5,500 mAh, promising extended endurance and competitive edge in the flagship foldable market. Apple’s long‑rumoured foldable iPhone is now said to be fitted with a battery that would outstrip every other iPhone…
NHS trusts are progressing beyond initial Electronic Patient Record roll-outs towards a strategic phase of optimisation, embedding change and realising measurable benefits, amid varied experiences and ongoing challenges. Over the past year NHS trusts have stepped up large-scale Electronic Patient Record (EPR) programmes, moving beyond procurement into a sustained…
Apple is restructuring its 2026 iPhone release schedule, prioritising high-end models like foldables and upgraded devices due to rising component costs and supply limitations, signalling a strategic move to bolster margins and meet strong demand for premium handsets. Apple is reorganising its iPhone rollout for 2026, electing to concentrate…
Bits raises €12 million to accelerate compliance automation amidst EU regulatory tightening
By News RoomStockholm startup Bits secures €12 million in Series A funding to enhance automation and expand its integrated compliance platform, aiming to streamline anti-money laundering and customer onboarding processes across Europe amid increasing regulatory demands. Bits, a Stockholm start-up that supplies compliance and customer onboarding infrastructure to banks and regulated fintechs,…
Microsoft’s stellar quarter signals AI and cloud as the new growth engine amidst strategic shifts and rising costs
By News RoomMicrosoft’s latest financial results highlight a decisive shift towards AI and cloud services as core growth drivers, shaping future customer experience strategies amid rapid adoption and substantial capital investment. Microsoft’s latest quarter underlines a decisive pivot: AI and cloud are now the central engines of its growth and, in turn,…
Regulatory clarity reshapes crypto outreach with compliance and transparency at its core
By News RoomRegulatory reforms are transforming how blockchain projects communicate, emphasising legal scrutiny, transparency, and institutional trust, as industry shifts away from hype towards compliant, measured outreach. Regulatory change is reshaping how blockchain projects present themselves to the public, pushing outreach away from speculative hype and towards measured, compliance-aware communication. Industry observers…
Formula E elevates AI partnership with Google Cloud to drive operational and fan engagement innovations
By News RoomFormula E has announced a multiyear alliance with Google Cloud, positioning the technology giant as its Principal AI Partner. The partnership aims to embed advanced AI tools into race operations, broadcast coverage, and sustainability initiatives, signalling a shift towards data-driven and inclusive motorsport experiences. Formula E’s long-term collaboration with Google…
EvertzAV highlights Industry’s push towards standards-based AV over IP with IPMX certification at ISE 2026
By News RoomEvertzAV is set to emphasise the industry’s shift to standards-based AV over IP with the launch of its IPMX certification and new product innovations at ISE 2026, advancing multi-vendor interoperability across professional AV and broadcast systems. EvertzAV will use its presence at Integrated Systems Europe in Barcelona from 3 to…
Micron Technology is investing US$24 billion in a new wafer fabrication plant in Singapore to boost NAND production in response to soaring demand driven by artificial intelligence and data workloads, signalling a strategic move to address ongoing chip shortages. US memory-chip maker Micron Technology has begun construction of a major…
Cisco’s restructured 360 Partner Program accelerates AI readiness with new incentives and resources
By Paul BriggsCisco unveils a revamped 360 Partner Program designed to streamline partner engagement, incentivise AI-driven solutions, and bolster collaboration, aiming to meet surging customer demand for AI readiness amid rapid technological shifts. Cisco has introduced the Cisco 360 Partner Program, a reworked partner framework intended to help its channel navigate…
