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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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SaaS cloud computing market accelerates towards USD 800 billion by 2031 with AI innovation and regional shifts
By News RoomThe global SaaS cloud computing sector is poised for rapid growth, driven by technological innovation, regional diversification, and increased enterprise adoption, reaching an estimated USD 800 billion valuation by 2031 amidst rising AI integration. The global Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud computing market is experiencing rapid and sustained growth,…
The solid-state drive market faces a sharp increase in prices, driven by constrained supply chains and soaring demand from AI data centres, signalling a significant shift in storage hardware economics and influencing both consumer and enterprise purchasing decisions. The solid-state drive (SSD) market is facing notable upheaval as prices are…
Less than a month left before Windows 10 support ends, prompting urgent upgrade push to Windows 11
By News RoomWith support for Windows 10 ending on October 14, 2025, a significant percentage of devices remain unupgraded, highlighting a critical need for businesses to embrace Windows 11’s security and productivity enhancements amid mounting security risks. With the official end of support (EOS) for Windows 10 imminent on October 14, 2025,…
Apple’s iPhone 17 camera glitch spurs swift software fix amid Meta’s smart glasses expansion and rising privacy concerns
By News RoomAs Apple prepares to launch its iPhone 17 series with a camera issue, Meta releases its first consumer AR smart glasses, highlighting rapid product innovation alongside growing data privacy challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. Apple is set to launch its latest iPhone 17 series on September 19, including the new…
Huawei has publicly unveiled a detailed multi-year plan for its Ascend AI processors and supercomputing platforms, signalling China’s move to rival US-led AI hardware dominance amid ongoing sanctions. Huawei has made a bold move by publicly unveiling a detailed multi-year roadmap for its Ascend line of artificial intelligence processors, signalling…
Mid-market UK companies shift towards selective cloud repatriation amid security and compliance concerns
By News RoomA new industry survey reveals that 97% of mid-market UK firms are planning to move some workloads away from public cloud just a year after widespread adoption, embracing hybrid and private cloud models to address security, compliance, and control concerns while seeking operational resilience. Recent data indicates a notable shift…
Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 with AI features hits $550 at Best Buy, a first for AMD Ryzen 5 340 model
By News RoomLenovo’s Yoga 7 2-in-1 touchscreen laptop with AI-enhanced Ryzen 5 340 processor is now available at a record-low price of $549.99 at Best Buy, making it an attractive option for users seeking versatility and advanced productivity features. Lenovo’s Yoga 7 2-in-1 touchscreen laptop is currently available at a significant discount…
Virgin Media O2 launches UK’s largest fully independent 5G SA network across 500 towns and cities
By News RoomVirgin Media O2 has activated its next-generation 5G Standalone network in over 500 UK locations, covering more than 70% of the population, signalling a major step towards a fully connected digital future with higher speeds, lower latency, and new enterprise opportunities. Virgin Media O2 has activated its next-generation 5G Standalone…
China has ordered its major tech firms to halt purchasing Nvidia’s AI chips, signalling a strategic move to bolster domestic semiconductor industries amid ongoing US-China trade tensions and fears over foreign technology reliance. Tensions between the United States and China have flared anew over the technology sector, with China imposing…
Cisco Systems sees modest stock gains following strong earnings and surge in AI-related demand, despite mixed analyst sentiments and cautious guidance. Cisco Systems, Inc. shares experienced a modest rise of 1.2% in trading on Wednesday, reaching an intraday high of $67.88 before settling at $67.72. This movement followed a series…
Cisco report warns of surging identity threats driven by AI complexity and highlights UAE’s digital transformation focus
By News RoomA new Cisco Duo report reveals an alarming rise in identity-based cyber threats amplified by AI, with the UAE positioning itself as a regional leader in advanced, security-first digital initiatives amid ongoing challenges in managing complex identity infrastructures. The latest Cisco Duo report reveals a troubling rise in identity threats,…
Verizon and Nokia accelerate private 5G deployment at Thames Freeport, aiming for 2026 launch
By News RoomVerizon Business, in partnership with Nokia, advances its multi-site private 5G project at Thames Freeport, with a targeted go-live date of March 2026, setting a new standard for port and industrial digitalisation in the UK and Europe. Verizon Business, in partnership with Nokia, has advanced its ambitious project to deploy…
