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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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Microsoft and BlackRock reveal multi-billion-pound plans to invest in the UK’s data centre and AI sectors, signalling a new era of technological growth supported by government reforms and international collaboration. Two major US corporations have unveiled ambitious plans to invest billions of pounds in the UK’s data centre and artificial…
The UK launches the ambitious Stargate UK project, backed by major tech firms and part of a broader US-UK tech deal, signalling a strategic move to establish sovereignty in AI and future technologies amidst growing global competition. The United Kingdom is embarking on an ambitious sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure…
Microsoft’s $15 billion investment in the UK will deliver the country’s largest supercomputer, boosting AI capabilities and strengthening transatlantic technological ties amidst a surge of data centre investments across Britain. Microsoft is set to build the largest supercomputer in the United Kingdom as part of a transformative $15 billion investment…
US investment commitments surge to £150 billion as UK seeks economic renewal amidst sector setbacks
By News RoomThe UK secures a record £150 billion of investment commitments from US tech giants and firms, promising thousands of jobs amid a backdrop of sector challenges and political discussions at Chequers. The UK government recently announced it has secured a substantial £150 billion worth of investment commitments from US companies,…
UK data centres’ critical infrastructure status sparks shift towards smarter, more resilient growth
By News RoomA year after being designated as Critical National Infrastructure, the UK data centre sector is experiencing unprecedented investment and strategic shifts towards sustainability, energy resilience, and technological sovereignty, shaping the nation’s digital future amidst new challenges and opportunities. A year after the UK government designated data centres as Critical National…
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…
