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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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Microsoft’s October 2025 Defender update introduces new AI-driven features and integrations, enhancing threat detection, response capabilities, and operational efficiency amid escalating digital security challenges. Microsoft’s October 2025 Microsoft Defender monthly update showcases a range of significant advancements across its security products, pointing to the company’s continued commitment to enhancing security…
Wildix introduces the industry’s first fully embedded, modular agentic AI layer within UCaaS platforms, enabling real-time communication automation across multiple channels and transforming customer experience and team collaboration. Agentic AI is rapidly transforming the landscape of unified communications as a service (UCaaS), integrating automation and autonomous decision-making to enhance customer…
Skyvia has introduced its MCP Server, a no-code service that allows AI assistants to securely connect with live business data across platforms such as Salesforce, Google Sheets, and SQL databases, enabling real-time insights and actions within enterprise systems. Skyvia has unveiled its MCP Server, a service designed to enable AI…
Magnite’s new AI-driven platform upgrade aims to strengthen market position amid financial caution
By News RoomMagnite Inc. unveils significant enhancements to its ClearLine platform, integrating AI and automation to improve inventory curation in a rapidly evolving digital advertising landscape, while navigating financial uncertainties. Magnite Inc., a leading supply-side platform (SSP) in the online advertising sector, has announced significant enhancements to its ClearLine platform aimed at…
LiveRamp unveils a new suite of AI-powered tools, including agentic orchestration and segmenting features, to revolutionise data collaboration and decision-making in marketing campaigns. LiveRamp (NYSE: RAMP) has unveiled a suite of new AI-powered tools designed to empower marketers through enhanced data collaboration and autonomous AI capabilities. This latest development positions…
In 2025, AI is transforming PR and marketing with real-time media monitoring, hyper-personalised campaigns, and automated content creation, enabling brands to build trust and demonstrate measurable impact amidst a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of public relations (PR) and marketing…
Microsoft has unveiled its new open-source Agent Framework, combining previous AI tools with innovative features like graph-based workflows and human-in-the-loop support to streamline the creation of sophisticated multi-agent AI systems across enterprise and experimental applications. Microsoft has unveiled the Microsoft Agent Framework, an open-source software development kit (SDK) designed to…
Microsoft AppSource’s latest offerings accelerate industry-specific digital transformation with innovative AI and digital twin solutions
By News RoomMicrosoft’s AppSource marketplace expands with cutting-edge applications and consulting services in September 2025, featuring AI-driven compliance tools, digital twins, and regional industry solutions aimed at boosting productivity and operational efficiency across sectors. Microsoft’s AppSource marketplace continues to expand its offering with a fresh batch of innovative applications and consulting services…
Automotive dealerships in the U.S. are set for a radical transformation as AI integrates into every facet of their operations, promising faster deals, personalised customer experiences, and enhanced profitability over the next three years. Ramsey Theory Group’s CEO Dan Herbatschek has outlined a transformative vision for artificial intelligence (AI) in…
Td Synnex unveils PartnerFirst, a global digital platform designed to accelerate partner growth with AI and automation
By News RoomTd Synnex launches PartnerFirst, a streamlined digital portal integrating hardware, cloud solutions, and services to enhance partner experience and drive rapid business growth through AI-powered insights and personalised support, with plans for global expansion. TD SYNNEX has launched PartnerFirst, a unified digital portal designed to enhance the partner experience by…
Route1 introduces AI-driven upgrades to parking management software with new revenue tools
By News RoomRoute1 Inc. unveils Version 3.5 of its ABI platform, incorporating new features aimed at boosting revenue and operational efficiency in parking, with plans for an AI-powered co-pilot in 2026. Route1 Inc., a technology firm specialising in advanced data capture and Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) solutions, has announced the release…
Microsoft unveils a suite of AI-powered cybersecurity tools aimed at shifting from reactive to proactive defence, including enhanced Sentinel platform, Security Copilot Agents, and new automation features to combat increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Microsoft is advancing the frontier of cybersecurity with a suite of new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools designed…
