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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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Mobile World Congress 2026 highlights AI-driven revolution in telecoms with regulatory and innovation momentum
By Gary FloodRegulators, network operators and technology vendors convened in Barcelona to explore how artificial intelligence and next-generation connectivity will reshape telecom services, security and regulation, signalling a pivotal shift in the digital economy’s future. Regulators, network operators and technology vendors converged in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress 2026 to map…
Nokia’s strategic partnership with NVIDIA and a renewed push towards GPU-accelerated networks signals a disruptive industry move, challenging traditional telecom hardware models and redefining the RAN landscape amid rising virtualisation efforts by competitors like Samsung. Nokia’s recent technology pivot away from bespoke baseband silicon toward GPU-accelerated, AI-native radio access…
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup prepares to activate across 16 stadiums in the US, Canada, and Mexico, industry experts highlight the event as a critical trial for emerging mobile technologies, Dynamic connectivity solutions and international roaming challenges that could redefine fan experiences and network resilience. Mobile devices are…
Investors are shifting focus from software giants to memory and storage suppliers like Western Digital and SanDisk, as AI-driven demand reshapes the sector, leading to significant share price gains amid supply constraints and strategic repositioning. Investors have shifted attention from mega-cap software names to the suppliers of compute infrastructure as…
As data centres face mounting pressure to reduce operational costs and meet net-zero commitments, advancing measurement tools, from thermal modelling to hybrid carbon tracking, are transforming how industry optimises energy use and environmental impact. Data centres are under intensifying pressure to shrink operating costs while meeting corporate net-zero pledges and…
China’s AI-driven surge in semiconductor demand accelerates industry reshaping and self-reliance efforts
By Gary FloodChina’s rapidly expanding demand for AI-optimized processors is transforming its semiconductor landscape, boosting capacity across manufacturing, testing, and packaging sectors, while intensifying efforts for technological independence amid global supply chain shifts. China’s surge in demand for processors built to power artificial intelligence is reshaping its semiconductor industry, driving rapid expansion…
OpenAI has announced the discontinuation of its Sora text-to-video app, less than a year after its launch, citing shifting priorities, regulatory concerns, and commercial challenges, marking a significant retreat from experimental AI video tools. OpenAI has confirmed it will discontinue its Sora text-to-video app after just six months, and…
Despite varying market forecasts, LC fibre optic connectors remain central to high-density networking, with industry focus shifting towards quality, standards compliance, and new deployment patterns as demand for faster, space-efficient interconnects accelerates. The LC-format fibre optic connector remains central to high-density network design even as the industry evolves towards…
European tech funding remains robust, with UK leading recovery and sector concentration risks highlighted
By Gary FloodEurope’s startup ecosystem saw over €4 billion invested last week across more than 85 deals, led by the UK, as investor appetite continues to grow amid sector concentration concerns and regional disparities. Last week’s European tech funding snapshot recorded more than 85 investment rounds totalling in excess of €4 billion,…
Enterprise shift to decentralised AI networks demands robust orchestration and governance innovations
By News RoomEnterprises are adopting specialised AI agent networks, requiring advanced orchestration, governance frameworks and hybrid infrastructure to optimise performance, ensure compliance, and scale responsibly in the agentic AI era. Enterprises are shifting from relying on single, monolithic models to deploying networks of specialised AI agents that divide labour, access distinct…
Manufacturers worldwide are rapidly adopting Industry 4.0 technologies like IoT, AI, and digital twins to boost efficiency, sustainability, and resilience amid growing global investments and regional shifts. The industrial landscape is undergoing a rapid technological overhaul as manufacturers stitch together sensors, advanced robotics and machine intelligence to create connected…
European telecoms accelerate deployment of secure, hybrid AI architectures for autonomous networks
By News RoomEuropean telecom operators are shifting focus from debate to implementation of AI, prioritising secure, hybrid architectures and governance to enable autonomous networks and smart edge solutions amid rising investment and regulatory demands. Telecom operators across Europe have moved from debating whether artificial intelligence will reshape networks to confronting how to…
