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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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New insights emerge as supply chain software platforms accelerate their features and integration capabilities
By News RoomLeading supply chain optimisation platforms such as SAP IBP, Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM, and Kinaxis RapidResponse are enhancing their features with AI and real-time data, reshaping how organisations respond to market volatility and complexity. Selecting the right software is critical for organisations aiming to optimise their supply chains in today’s…
Leading AI platforms like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google Vertex are evolving rapidly, integrating with major enterprises and expanding their capabilities to address industry-specific needs and drive future-proof business growth. In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, AI platforms have become indispensable tools for businesses aiming to innovate, increase efficiency, and maintain…
Silverfort’s new modules aim to unify identity security amid complex hybrid environments
By News RoomSilverfort introduces Access Intelligence and Identity Graph & Inventory to enhance behavioural insights and relational mapping, addressing the evolving complexities of identity risk across diverse enterprise environments and non-traditional identities. In a strategic move reflecting the escalating prominence of identity as a critical frontier in enterprise security, Silverfort has launched…
Anybiz.io’s AI-driven sales platform redefines B2B prospecting with autonomous multichannel outreach
By News RoomFounded in 2022, Anybiz.io has rapidly established itself as a trailblazer in B2B sales automation, leveraging advanced AI to autonomously manage multi-channel outbound prospecting, significantly enhancing efficiency and response rates for large sales teams. Founded in 2022, Anybiz.io has rapidly positioned itself as a trailblazer in B2B sales automation, offering…
Google Cloud and TCS collaborate to embed Gemini Enterprise, their advanced AI platform, aiming to transform workforce productivity and industry-specific solutions through scalable, responsible AI adoption. Google Cloud and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) have announced a strategic alliance centred on integrating Gemini Enterprise, Google’s advanced agentic AI platform, to enhance…
Managed service providers are increasingly adopting AI tools like ChatGPT for lead scoring, email automation, and analytics, driving growth and operational efficiency in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Whether just beginning to explore artificial intelligence (AI) or looking for ways to leverage tools like ChatGPT for enhancing sales and marketing…
Europe’s quiet strategic ascent: building the infrastructure for AI’s long-term future in 2025
By News RoomWhile the US continues to dominate AI venture funding, Europe is emerging as a strategic hedge, investing heavily in foundational tech and infrastructure that could define AI’s sustainable growth in the coming years. In the third quarter of 2025, global venture capital celebrated a remarkable surge, soaring to approximately $97…
Small and medium-sized enterprises in Australia and the UK are experiencing a surge in cyberattacks, with vulnerabilities exposed by sophisticated tactics and AI-enabled scams, prompting calls for strategic, preventive measures during Cyber Security Awareness Month. Cybersecurity Awareness Month has renewed focus on the rising cyber threats facing organisations worldwide, with…
EXLlaunches agentic AI suite to tackle enterprise data fragmentation and accelerate AI adoption
By News RoomEXL, in partnership with Databricks, unveils EXLdata.ai, an innovative AI-driven platform designed to transform enterprise data management, improve data readiness for AI, and boost adoption through multi-agent architectures and seamless governance integration. EXL has launched EXLdata.ai, an advanced suite of agentic AI data solutions aimed at overcoming a significant barrier…
IBM has strengthened its partnership with Bharti Airtel to enhance Airtel Cloud’s AI capabilities, expand data security, and increase cloud regions across India, marking a significant step in the country’s digital transformation. IBM has expanded its strategic alliance with Bharti Airtel to enhance Airtel Cloud’s AI capabilities and broaden its…
Tensor Networks and Carahsoft partner to accelerate deployment of predictive AI for critical sectors
By News RoomTensor Networks has teamed up with Carahsoft to expand access to its SARAHAI predictive AI platform, targeting federal, state, and local agencies, as well as industry sectors such as defence, healthcare, and energy, with applications in threat detection, grid management, and genomics. Tensor Networks has entered into a strategic partnership…
Cybersecurity innovation war accelerates as adversaries leverage AI and breach supply chains
By News RoomThe ongoing battle between cyber defenders and hackers intensifies, with nation-states and criminal groups employing advanced AI techniques and targeting supply chains, prompting a fundamental shift towards resilient, Zero Trust strategies. In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the ongoing conflict between cyber defenders and adversaries represents one of the…
