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Qualcomm’s $3.9 billion acquisition of Modular signals challenge to Nvidia’s CUDA ecosystem
By News RoomQualcomm is set to buy AI software startup Modular in a deal worth about $3.9 billion, aiming to control the software layer that enables hardware-agnostic AI deployment and challenge Nvidia’s dominant CUDA ecosystem. Qualcomm has agreed to buy Modular, an artificial intelligence software start-up, in an all-stock deal valued at…
With advanced protection tools and recommended safety practices, users can better defend their personal data against theft and fraud if their devices go missing, according to security experts. Losing a smartphone can quickly become more than an inconvenience. In an age when phones hold bank apps, social accounts, messages, photos…
Bytes Technology Group’s latest financial results shed light on the increasing corporate investment in AI and cloud infrastructure, positioning the reseller as a key proxy for enterprise technology demand despite thinner margins. Bytes Technology Group is once again in the market’s spotlight as investors weigh the group’s exposure to…
Salesforce Marketing Cloud Next transforms orchestrated customer engagement with AI and unified data
By News RoomSalesforce launches Marketing Cloud Next, signalling a strategic shift towards unified customer data, AI-driven automation, and deeper platform integration, challenging marketers to adapt to a new operational paradigm. Salesforce Marketing Cloud Next marks a clear shift in how the company wants marketers to work: less as operators of isolated campaign…
Apple delays Apple TV and HomePod mini refresh to prioritise advanced Siri AI integration
By News RoomApple is holding back hardware updates for its Apple TV and HomePod mini to launch a more capable Siri AI, focusing on internal upgrades that aim to transform home entertainment and smart-home experiences. Apple is preparing refreshed versions of the Apple TV and HomePod mini, but the launch still appears…
Sub-Saharan Africa set to lead global 5G growth, reaching 370 million subscriptions by 2031
By News RoomEricsson forecasts Sub-Saharan Africa will become the fastest-growing 5G market over the next five years, with subscriptions soaring from 30 million in 2025 to 370 million by 2031, signalling a major shift in the region’s digital landscape. Ericsson says Sub-Saharan Africa is on track to become the world’s fastest-growing 5G…
Memory market faces growth driven by AI demand amid looming supply constraints and price hikes
By News RoomThe computer memory sector is set for rapid expansion driven by AI and cloud growth, despite ongoing price increases and supply challenges, with major investments and political tensions shaping its future. The market for computer memory is being reshaped by a powerful mix of artificial intelligence demand, cloud expansion and…
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What are the pitfalls of migrating from on‑premises to a multicloud environment, and who leads?
By News RoomExecutive Answer Multicloud migration is fragile where compliance, security and cost controls are not embedded from the start: regulatory gating and data‑sovereignty constraints force workload sequencing and sovereign landing zones, non‑human identity and secrets sprawl widen the attack surface, and AI-driven consumption produces CFO‑level cost surprises. In other words, failure…
As industries accelerate their digital transformation, organisations increasingly adopt multi-cloud strategies to optimise performance, cost, and security, marking a disruptive shift in enterprise IT infrastructure. As digital transformation accelerates across industries, organisations face increasing need for adaptable, scalable, and secure cloud solutions. Traditional single-cloud strategies no longer suffice for the…
AI infrastructure market accelerates towards $309 billion by 2031, driven by sustainability and advanced hardware innovation
By News RoomThe rapidly expanding AI infrastructure sector is set to reach over $309 billion by 2031, propelled by technological breakthroughs, sustainability efforts, and evolving security standards amidst geopolitical and market challenges. The artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure sector is rapidly reshaping the technological landscape, driven by an urgent need for specialised computing…
Enterprise CFOs are rebalancing their AI budgets in 2026, emphasising outcome-driven investments and infrastructure growth amid cautious optimism towards AI agents and strategic automation upgrades. Enterprise spending on generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is undergoing a significant recalibration as CFOs adopt a more discerning approach to investment in 2026. According to…
Salesforce unveils Agentforce Vibes, a transformative AI-driven IDE for enterprise software development
By News RoomSalesforce launches Agentforce Vibes, an AI-powered integrated development environment featuring autonomous coding agents and seamless integration with enterprise workflows, signalling a new era in autonomous software development. Salesforce has launched a new AI-powered integrated development environment (IDE), Agentforce Vibes, aimed at meeting growing enterprise demand for AI-driven software development techniques,…
Data sovereignty shifts from compliance to strategic imperative amid geopolitical uncertainties
By News RoomA new study reveals organisations worldwide are rapidly redefining data location strategies to safeguard against geopolitical disruptions and reputational damage, emphasising the need for a hybrid cloud approach to balance control and agility. In an era marked by profound geopolitical shifts and evolving regulatory landscapes, data sovereignty has emerged as…
Cisco’s new partner programme aims to drive profitable growth and innovation at Partner Summit 2025
By News RoomAs Cisco prepares for its Partner Summit 2025 in San Diego, the company unveils a transformative partner strategy focused on profitability, mutual growth, and cutting-edge technology, including the upcoming Cisco 360 Partner Program set for 2026 launch. As Cisco approaches its Partner Summit 2025, scheduled for November 3-5 in San…
Workato unveils secure enterprise model for AI agents, fostering autonomous business workflows
By News RoomWorkato launches the industry’s first fully managed Enterprise Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling secure, scalable AI agent operations across organisational systems and driving the realisation of the ‘agentic enterprise’. Workato has unveiled its Enterprise Model Context Protocol (MCP), positioning it as the industry’s first fully managed, enterprise-grade platform designed to…
Microsoft has unveiled Copilot, an integrated AI assistant in Windows 11, revolutionising personal computing with proactive, conversational, and efficient support across productivity, system management, and accessibility features. In September 2023, Microsoft unveiled Microsoft Copilot, a groundbreaking AI-powered assistant embedded across Windows, Microsoft 365, Bing, and Edge. This initiative represents a…
AI revolutionises marketing strategies with deeper personalisation and predictive insights
By News RoomBusinesses are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence to transform marketing efforts, delivering highly personalised customer experiences and gaining a competitive edge amid evolving market demands, despite facing implementation challenges. In today’s fiercely competitive business landscape, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in marketing has shifted from a luxury to a necessity.…
Google unveils an expanded suite of AI tools in 2023, enhancing accessibility, security, and automation for developers and businesses seeking to harness AI’s transformative potential. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across numerous industries, enabling businesses to enhance operational efficiency, elevate customer experiences, and tap into new…
Essential Takeaways China’s pivot reshapes the server mix: Regulatory curbs on NVIDIA accelerators are pushing Chinese deployments toward domestic AI silicon and non-CUDA stacks. This fragments software ecosystems and rebalances platform choices in one of the world’s largest markets (T1) (T3). A new alliance logic in PCs and servers: NVIDIA’s…
