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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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A tumultuous week in global defence has seen Canada and the Philippines strengthen ties in the Indo-Pacific, while Middle East conflicts and North Korean provocations highlight ongoing instability, amid concerning signs of renewed nuclear testing debates. A notably eventful week in global military and defense affairs has unfolded, marked by…
Cisco has addressed two critical flaws in its UCCX platform, emphasising the urgent need for users to apply patches to prevent severe security breaches amid a rising tide of cyber threats targeting enterprise communications. Cisco has addressed two critical vulnerabilities affecting its Unified Contact Center Express (UCCX) platform, urging users…
Nebius Group accelerates AI industry positioning with $19.4 billion Microsoft deal and new AI platform
By News RoomNebius Group announces a landmark $19.4 billion AI infrastructure contract with Microsoft, alongside the launch of its Nebius Token Factory, signalling its rising prominence in the AI cloud sector and aggressive expansion efforts. Earlier this month, Nebius Group announced the launch of its Nebius Token Factory, a comprehensive AI production…
U.S. data centres’ soaring energy use driven by AI sparks innovation and environmental challenges
By News RoomAmerica’s data centres consumed a record 176 TWh of electricity in 2023, with demand set to rise sharply amidst efforts from tech giants to source cleaner energy and develop innovative storage solutions, highlighting the complex balance between technological progress and sustainability. America’s data centers consumed an estimated 176 terawatt-hours (TWh)…
Google Cloud Platform revolutionises real-time data ingestion with enhanced BigQuery capabilities
By News RoomGoogle Cloud Platform’s latest advancements in BigQuery and data ingestion tools are enabling organisations to build faster, more secure, and highly flexible data analytics ecosystems that support real-time insights and complex data formats. Google Cloud Platform (GCP) offers a comprehensive and modern data pipeline solution that spans from raw data…
Billtrust unveils adaptive AI-powered collections procedures to transform B2B receivables management
By News RoomBilltrust introduces Collections Agentic Procedures, an innovative AI-driven approach that personalises collections strategies by continuously learning from customer interactions, aiming to improve recovery rates and optimise customer experience within B2B accounts receivable workflows. Billtrust, a leading provider of B2B accounts receivable (AR) workflow and payment software, has launched its latest…
Hevo Data emerges as a strong alternative to Boomi for scalable, transparent data integration
By News RoomAs users grapple with Boomi’s scalability and pricing issues, Hevo Data offers a no-code, real-time alternative with transparent costs, appealing to growing businesses seeking reliable, simplified data workflows. Boomi, a cloud-based Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS), has been widely used by small to medium-sized businesses for data integration, API…
Reply.io enhances AI-driven sales outreach with new multichannel automation despite integration and support hurdles
By News RoomReply.io positions itself as a comprehensive AI-powered sales engagement platform that automates multichannel outreach while facing industry challenges around integration, support, and pricing, marking a significant shift in outbound sales strategies. In the fast-paced world of sales, managing extensive lead lists, multiple follow-ups, and repetitive manual tasks often leaves teams…
SentinelOne enhances AI security partnership with AWS to streamline threat detection and response
By News RoomSentinelOne deepens its collaboration with AWS, integrating advanced AI-driven security tools and automation capabilities to bolster enterprises’ defence mechanisms amid the rapid evolution of AI-powered cloud environments. Endpoint protection firm SentinelOne is significantly deepening its collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), aiming to bolster the security frameworks essential for organisations…
Billtrust enhances collections with AI-driven behavioural segmentation and adaptive outreach
By News RoomBilltrust unveils Collections Agentic Procedures, a groundbreaking AI-powered system that personalises collection strategies by analysing buyer behaviour, aiming to boost recovery rates, improve cash flow, and refine customer engagement in B2B finance. Billtrust, a prominent provider of B2B accounts receivable (AR) workflow and payment software, has introduced Collections Agentic Procedures,…
Google uncovers PROMPTFLUX, an AI-driven malware evolving in real time to evade detection
By News RoomResearchers at Google have discovered PROMPTFLUX, a pioneering malware that dynamically rewrites its code using large language models, signalling a new era of autonomous cyber threats that challenge existing detection methods. Researchers at Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) have uncovered an experimental malware family, dubbed PROMPTFLUX, which represents a striking…
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionising lead qualification by reducing response times and boosting conversion rates, enabling sales teams to focus on strategic engagement and relationship building. In today’s fiercely competitive sales environment, the efficient qualification of leads has become a critical driver of business success. Sales teams often find themselves burdened…
