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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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Embat, a leader in treasury technology, has joined forces with MacroFin, a top NetSuite Alliance Partner, to offer real-time cash visibility and AI-powered automation solutions tailored to complex international finance operations, accelerating digital transformation for growing enterprises. Embat, a leading European financial management and treasury platform, has announced a strategic…
As the BPO landscape becomes more diverse and technological in 2025, companies are leveraging strategic partnerships to streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and gain a competitive edge, moving beyond cost savings to sustainable growth. In today’s fast-paced business environment, outsourcing operational tasks to specialised Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) companies has…
The global intelligent automation market is set for significant expansion, reaching USD 250 billion by 2031, driven by technological advancements, regional development, and evolving enterprise demands, with North America and Europe at the forefront, and Asia-Pacific presenting the highest growth potential. The intelligent automation market is poised for robust growth,…
Despite recent price target cuts, HubSpot continues to attract strong buy ratings with a positive outlook on its growth prospects, driven by solid earnings and expanding CRM offerings. HubSpot, Inc. (NYSE: HUBS) continues to attract considerable attention from equity analysts, with a prevailing consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” across thirty…
Advanced customer segmentation tools like CleverTap, leveraging AI and real-time data, are reshaping marketing by enabling highly personalised campaigns that boost engagement, loyalty, and return on investment. In today’s complex marketplace, broad marketing campaigns that target wide audiences often fall short, wasting resources and failing to engage effectively. Customer segmentation…
AI-driven email marketing tools revolutionise customer engagement with hyper-targeted campaigns
By News RoomAdvancements in AI-powered email marketing tools are enabling businesses to achieve unprecedented levels of personalised and automated customer communication, transforming traditional strategies into data-driven, multi-channel engagement platforms. AI-powered email marketing tools are revolutionizing how businesses engage with their customers by enabling unprecedented levels of personalization, automation, and optimisation. Moving beyond…
SMBs urged to upgrade to Windows 11 ahead of October 2025 support end to bolster cyber defences
By News RoomAs Windows 10 support ends in October 2025, small- and mid-sized businesses are being advised to upgrade to Windows 11 Pro with Intel vPro® and Core™ Ultra devices to strengthen security and avoid costly breaches amid escalating cyber threats. As the cybersecurity landscape grows more complex, small- and mid-sized businesses…
