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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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Security researchers dismantle the massive SlopAds operation involving over 38 million downloads, exposing sophisticated methods of ad fraud on the Google Play Store and prompting renewed vigilance in mobile security. Security researchers have uncovered and dismantled one of the largest ad fraud operations ever discovered on the Google Play Store.…
Zoom unveils AI Companion 3.0 with agentic capabilities and new enterprise tools at Zoomtopia 2025
By News RoomAt Zoomtopia 2025, Zoom Communications launched AI Companion 3.0, revolutionising workplace workflows with agentic AI features, lifelike avatars, and customised enterprise solutions to drive productivity and cross-border teamwork. At Zoomtopia 2025, Zoom Communications unveiled its latest AI innovation, AI Companion 3.0, marking a significant advancement in its ambition to be…
Samsung has released an emergency fix for a critical zero-day vulnerability in its Galaxy smartphones running Android 13 and later, which could allow hackers to remotely execute malicious code through maliciously crafted images. Users are urged to update immediately to protect their devices from active exploits in the wild. Samsung…
Deutsche Bahn and Nokia’s groundbreaking 5G network sets new standard for smart railway operations
By News RoomDeutsche Bahn and Nokia have launched the world’s first commercial 5G network for smart railway operations, marking a major step in modernising rail communication with autonomous features and international standards compliance. Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Nokia have jointly launched what they claim to be the world’s first commercial 5G network…
Wesbanco Bank reduces Vodafone holdings amid mixed institutional trading activity in 2025
By News RoomWesbanco Bank Inc. has decreased its stake in Vodafone Group PLC by 12%, reflecting a broader pattern of fluctuating holdings among major investors amid mixed analyst ratings and ongoing strategic adjustments in 2025. Wesbanco Bank Inc. recently reduced its stake in Vodafone Group PLC by 12% during the second quarter…
Oracle introduces a comprehensive AI-first strategy, integrating predictive and autonomous AI agents into its Fusion SaaS applications to revolutionise business workflows and accelerate innovation. Oracle is advancing a comprehensive “AI-first” strategy, positioning artificial intelligence as an inherent component of its entire product ecosystem rather than a peripheral addition. This approach…
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…
