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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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Hitachi Vantara’s VSP One drives 285% ROI with rapid seven-month payback, transforming enterprise storage
By News RoomA new Forrester Consulting study reveals that Hitachi Vantara’s Virtual Storage Platform One delivers a remarkable 285% return on investment and a quick seven-month payback period, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and scalability for global enterprises. A recent Total Economic Impact™ (TEI) study conducted by Forrester Consulting and commissioned by Hitachi…
Nscale accelerates UK and European AI infrastructure with massive Nvidia-backed GPU deployments
By News RoomNscale, the UK-headquartered AI infrastructure provider, has rapidly expanded its operations, securing billions in investments and partnering with industry giants to position Britain as a global AI hub through ambitious GPU deployment projects and sovereign computing initiatives. In just two years, Nscale, a UK-headquartered AI infrastructure provider, has transformed from…
Enterprise data storage market set to nearly triple by 2034 as hybrid and AI technologies accelerate growth
By News RoomThe enterprise data storage market is projected to grow from USD 318.24 billion in 2025 to nearly USD 1 trillion by 2034, driven by advances in hybrid cloud, AI integration, and edge computing, despite challenges around costs and cybersecurity. The Enterprise Data Storage Market is poised for remarkable growth in…
Apple urges immediate update to patch critical security flaws affecting privacy and browser security
By News RoomApple has issued an urgent advisory for users to update their devices after uncovering severe vulnerabilities, including one that could leak fingerprint data and allow browser spoofing. The patches target critical security flaws across macOS, iOS, and Safari to safeguard user privacy and prevent exploitation.Apple has urgently advised users to…
Huawei becomes only non-North American vendor recognised as a leader in Gartner’s 2025 enterprise storage magic quadrant
By News RoomHuawei has been recognised as a Leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Storage Platforms 2025, marking a milestone as the sole non-North American company to achieve this status amid widespread global adoption of its innovative, AI-ready storage solutions. Huawei has been recognised as a Leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant…
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold are expected to feature the company’s first 2-nanometre A20 chip, powered by TSMC’s latest process and packing innovation with new packaging and a cutting-edge modem, signalling a major leap in device performance and connectivity. Apple is poised to make significant technological strides…
Security researchers dismantle the massive SlopAds operation involving over 38 million downloads, exposing sophisticated methods of ad fraud on the Google Play Store and prompting renewed vigilance in mobile security. Security researchers have uncovered and dismantled one of the largest ad fraud operations ever discovered on the Google Play Store.…
Zoom unveils AI Companion 3.0 with agentic capabilities and new enterprise tools at Zoomtopia 2025
By News RoomAt Zoomtopia 2025, Zoom Communications launched AI Companion 3.0, revolutionising workplace workflows with agentic AI features, lifelike avatars, and customised enterprise solutions to drive productivity and cross-border teamwork. At Zoomtopia 2025, Zoom Communications unveiled its latest AI innovation, AI Companion 3.0, marking a significant advancement in its ambition to be…
Samsung has released an emergency fix for a critical zero-day vulnerability in its Galaxy smartphones running Android 13 and later, which could allow hackers to remotely execute malicious code through maliciously crafted images. Users are urged to update immediately to protect their devices from active exploits in the wild. Samsung…
Deutsche Bahn and Nokia’s groundbreaking 5G network sets new standard for smart railway operations
By News RoomDeutsche Bahn and Nokia have launched the world’s first commercial 5G network for smart railway operations, marking a major step in modernising rail communication with autonomous features and international standards compliance. Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Nokia have jointly launched what they claim to be the world’s first commercial 5G network…
Wesbanco Bank reduces Vodafone holdings amid mixed institutional trading activity in 2025
By News RoomWesbanco Bank Inc. has decreased its stake in Vodafone Group PLC by 12%, reflecting a broader pattern of fluctuating holdings among major investors amid mixed analyst ratings and ongoing strategic adjustments in 2025. Wesbanco Bank Inc. recently reduced its stake in Vodafone Group PLC by 12% during the second quarter…
Oracle introduces a comprehensive AI-first strategy, integrating predictive and autonomous AI agents into its Fusion SaaS applications to revolutionise business workflows and accelerate innovation. Oracle is advancing a comprehensive “AI-first” strategy, positioning artificial intelligence as an inherent component of its entire product ecosystem rather than a peripheral addition. This approach…
