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Bytes Technology Group accelerates growth with AI-ready focus amid profitability hurdles
By Paul BriggsBytes Technology Group reports robust expansion in its core business lines, driven by higher software and services sales, despite a dip in operating profit and increased investments, as it positions itself for long-term growth in an AI-driven market. Bytes Technology Group said it finished the year with solid growth…
U.S. regulators escalate crackdown on tech firms favouring foreign workers over Americans
By News RoomThe Justice Department’s lawsuit against Cloudera signals intensified scrutiny of employment practices favouring temporary foreign workers, with broader implications for tech companies navigating compliance amid an increasingly aggressive enforcement environment. The Trump administration has stepped up pressure on technology employers that sponsor foreign workers, with the latest case against Cloudera…
Versent’s new agreement with AWS signals a shift towards programmable networks and agentic AI, aiming to revolutionise mid-market enterprise services with rapid application assessment and modernisation tools amidst the evolving network landscape. Versent has deepened its long-running relationship with Amazon Web Services through a five-year agreement aimed at bringing…
In response to recent outages and wartime threats, South Korea is considering innovative data storage solutions, including cross-border backups and modular centres, to enhance resilience and protect critical public information. The recent spate of cloud outages and wartime disruptions has sharpened debate in South Korea over where critical public data…
MediaTek’s new AI research centre harnesses innovative cooling and scaling for edge computing
By News RoomMediaTek has launched a cutting-edge AI research and development data centre in Miaoli County, featuring advanced NVIDIA hardware, immersion cooling, and sustainable energy solutions, signalling a significant push into high-performance and edge AI computing. MediaTek has opened a new research and development data centre in Tongluo Science Park, Miaoli…
Exploit kits expand in 2026 Q1 with new payloads for Office, Windows, and Linux vulnerabilities
By News RoomSecurity researchers observe a broadening of exploit kit activity in early 2026, with fresh payloads targeting Microsoft Office, Windows, and Linux, amidst rising vulnerabilities and AI-driven threat detection challenges. Security researchers say exploit kits aimed at ordinary user systems broadened again in the first quarter of 2026, with fresh payloads…
Critical Palo Alto firewall zero-day sparks accelerated patching amid rising supply chain and API abuse attacks
By News RoomPalo Alto Networks warns of a critical zero-day flaw affecting its firewalls, as attackers rapidly exploit vulnerabilities, supply chain malware spreads, and API abuse increases, forcing a shift towards faster security responses and proactive monitoring. Palo Alto Networks has warned customers about a critical zero-day in its PAN-OS firewall software,…
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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…
AMD has launched the Ryzen 9 PRO 9945, a high-performance desktop processor built on Zen 4 architecture, offering up to 16 cores, security features, and support for next-gen connectivity, targeting enterprise and demanding consumer markets. AMD has launched its Ryzen 9 PRO 9945 processor, a high-performance desktop chip built on…
Cyberattacks shift to around-the-clock tactics as security alerts surge outside traditional hours
By News RoomArctic Wolf’s 2025 Security Operations Report reveals that over half of global security alerts now occur outside standard office hours, highlighting evolving attacker tactics, increased alert volumes, and the critical role of AI in modern defence strategies. Cyberattacks no longer respect traditional office hours, with over half of security alerts…
Nvidia announces a $5 billion investment in Intel, forging a strategic partnership to co-design processors and strengthen their positions in AI and data centre markets, disrupting traditional chip industry alliances. Nvidia has announced a substantial $5 billion investment in Intel, marking a significant strategic alliance between the two tech giants.…
Shai-Hulud attack escalates with self-propagating malware infecting over 180 npm packages
By News RoomA sophisticated malware campaign named ‘Shai-Hulud’ has compromised over 180 npm packages, using self-propagating techniques to steal secrets and threaten the JavaScript ecosystem’s integrity. In a significant escalation of supply chain attacks targeting the JavaScript ecosystem, over 180 npm packages have fallen victim to a sophisticated campaign named “Shai-Hulud.” First…
India introduces bank-level cybersecurity audits for crypto platforms, signalling a regulatory shift
By News RoomIndia’s Financial Intelligence Unit mandates rigorous bank-grade cybersecurity audits for all cryptocurrency exchanges and intermediaries, marking a new era of regulatory oversight aimed at boosting investor confidence and securing the digital asset market amidst rising cyber threats. On September 18, 2025, India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) introduced a pivotal regulatory…
The U.S. stock market reaches unprecedented levels in Q3 2025, driven by explosive growth in artificial intelligence companies and expectations of upcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts, prompting both optimism and caution among investors. The third quarter of 2025 has culminated in a historic rally for the U.S. stock market, with…
Microsoft’s £11 billion UK investment to establish largest supercomputer and expand AI infrastructure
By News RoomMicrosoft plans to invest £11 billion in the UK between 2025 and 2028, building data centres and the country’s largest supercomputer to cement its status as a global AI hub and boost the nation’s digital economy. Microsoft is set to inject a staggering £11 billion into expanding the United Kingdom’s…
Cloud infrastructure spending accelerates as AI demand fuels hyperscaler expansions in 2025
By News RoomGlobal cloud infrastructure expenditure soared to $95.3 billion in Q2 2025, driven by surging AI workloads, enterprise migration, and expanding collaborations among leading providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud amid persistent market momentum. Global spending on cloud infrastructure services surged to $95.3 billion in the second quarter of…
Microsoft’s fiscal third quarter of 2025 saw a 13% revenue increase to $70.1 billion, driven by a surge in cloud and AI services, reaffirming its leadership amidst rising industry competition. Microsoft Corporation has delivered a dominant fiscal third quarter for 2025, underscoring its stronghold in cloud computing and artificial intelligence.…
