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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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POPX Ltd has formed a strategic partnership with Digital Space to streamline its ServiceNow environment, driving operational efficiency, automation, and growth for MSPs through customised managed services and AI-driven solutions. POPX Ltd, a specialist provider of a managed services platform tailored for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) using ServiceNow, has secured…
Global IoT antenna shipments are set to soar to 13 billion units by 2030, driven by advancements in AI-based design tools and emerging wireless standards, with Europe poised to capitalise on the technological shift amidst post-pandemic recovery. Global Internet of Things (IoT) antenna shipments are forecasted to rebound and reach…
EU agrees to ambitious 2040 emissions target with flexible compromises amid climate debates
By News RoomEuropean Union member states have formally adopted a 90% net greenhouse gas reduction target by 2040, balancing environmental ambitions with political and economic considerations through key modifications and flexibility mechanisms, amid ongoing debates and global climate commitments. The European Union member states have officially adopted a legally binding target to…
Streaming services innovate to retain subscribers amid inflation pressures and rising costs
By News RoomAmid inflation and economic uncertainty, U.S. streaming video consumers are adopting new strategies such as bundling and acceptive ads to sustain their favourite services, with industry innovation crucial to maintaining loyalty. Amid rising inflation and economic uncertainty, streaming video subscribers in the U.S. are prioritising their spending on digital entertainment,…
Data center generator market set for rapid growth amid shift towards greener backup solutions and microgrids
By News RoomThe global data center generator market is projected to reach US$6.7 billion by 2028, driven by innovations in fuel technology, sustainability initiatives, and the expansion of microgrid infrastructure amid surging data demands. The global market for data center generators is forecasted to experience substantial growth in the next decade, driven…
Next-generation Nvidia GPUs and server racks are prompting a significant leap in cooling system costs, highlighting the escalating challenge of thermal management in high-performance AI infrastructure. Nvidia’s cutting-edge AI server racks are pushing the boundaries of liquid cooling technology, with a significant financial and technical investment required to manage the…
A new BB-REG-NET report highlights how responsibly managed biodegradable plastics could significantly reduce long-term environmental harm, challenging misconceptions about their microplastic impact and calling for regulatory harmonisation. On October 14, 2025, BB-REG-NET, a UK-based regulatory science network focused on bio-based and biodegradable materials, released a pivotal report titled “Addressing Persistent…
The exponential rise in AI infrastructure is accelerating global electricity demand, risking increased reliance on fossil fuels and complicating climate commitments as data centre energy consumption could more than double by 2030, prompting calls for stronger regulation and renewable integration. The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), especially the development…
UK channel partners accelerate digital transformation with AI-driven tools and tailored enablement strategies
By News RoomUK technology firms are adopting innovative AI and automation solutions, combined with customised partner enablement, to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape and enhance client relationships. In today’s rapidly evolving UK technology landscape, fostering an environment where innovation thrives and collaboration deepens is key to unlocking the full…
AI-driven integration and hybrid cloud strategies reshape the fast-growing enterprise PaaS market
By News RoomThe enterprise PaaS market is accelerating, driven by AI advancements, hybrid cloud management, and ecosystem partnerships, with projections reaching $264 billion by 2030 amid shifting market dominance and innovative edge solutions. The Enterprise Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) market is rapidly evolving, driven by emergent technologies such as generative AI (GenAI), AI agents,…
Zoom announces plans to establish a UK data centre by early 2026, aiming to deliver secure, compliant, and AI-enabled collaboration tools tailored for Europe’s highly regulated markets amid increasing regionalisation trends. Five years after becoming synonymous with pandemic-era video calls, Zoom is pivoting once more, this time advancing its focus…
Snapchat announces a $400 million deal with Perplexity AI to embed an AI-powered conversational search engine within its app, transforming user experience and revealing a strategic shift towards becoming a utility platform by 2026. Snapchat is set to transform its user experience dramatically by embedding an AI-powered conversational search engine…
