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North America Cloud Services
BVNK raises $50M to fuel US stablecoin expansion
BVNK secures $50M Series B to grow US stablecoin infrastructure.
Global Cloud Services
Microsoft pushes passkeys no opt-out option for customers
What happened: Microsoft enforces passkey adoption to enhance security Microsoft has been actively promoting the adoption of passkeys over traditional passwords, using a strategy that involves persistent “nudges” to encourage users to enroll in the new authentication system.…
Companies
Energy firms pledge $98B to rewire Britain’s grid
What happened: $98B investment announced to modernize Britain’s grid Energy firms in Great Britain have pledged to invest £77 billion ($98 billion) over the next decade to overhaul the nation’s electricity grid. The initiative is part of a strategic effort to modernize aging…
Companies
Fincantieri and Telecom Italia Sparkle unite for cable safety
What happened: Fincantieri partners with Sparkle for cable protection Italy’s Fincantieri and Telecom Italia’s submarine cables unit, Sparkle, announced a partnership to develop solutions for the surveillance and protection of submarine telecommunications cables. This…
Companies
Mastercard and Bank of Punjab drive financial inclusion in Pakistan
What happened: Mastercard collaborates with Bank of Punjab to improve digital banking Mastercard, a global leader in payment technology, partners with the Bank of Punjab (BOP) to transform its digital banking ecosystem and enhance customer experience. This partnership aims to…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Sustainable futures: The rise of green technology in IT infrastructure
Sustainability is no longer a niche topic—it is now a global priority. The IT sector, often seen as a driver of innovation, has traditionally been energy-intensive, contributing significantly to global carbon emissions. However, this narrative is rapidly changing with the rise of…
Global Cloud Services
A world without the internet shows why shutdowns are disastrous
An Internet shutdown could disrupt the economy, daily activities, and communication, leading to widespread challenges.
Africa Institutional
Power and internet resilience: Key to keeping connectivity alive
Power outages disrupt global Internet connectivity.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Bitcoin prices surge past $105,000 amid strong fundamentals
What happened: Bitcoin surge driven by US Bitcoin reserve speculation and supply reduction Bitcoin prices surpassed $105,000, marking a fresh record high as robust fundamentals fuelled investor optimism. The surge follows growing speculation around the creation of a US Bitcoin…
Companies
Google Workspace users get NotebookLM Plus access
What happened: Google launches NotebookLM Plus for users Google has launched a premium version of its NotebookLM AI assistant for Google Workspace customers, available with the Gemini for Workspace add-on, priced at £20 to £30 per user per month. Originally unveiled as Project…
Global Cloud Services
IGF 2024 highlights collaboration for a shared digital future
Explore how IGF 2024 is fostering global collaboration to ensure the Internet remains a resilient and inclusive tool for societal good.
Leaders
Visa Direct enables faster transfers to US Banks in under a minute
Visa Direct enables real-time transfers to US bank accounts linked to eligible.
Global Cloud Services
MicroStrategy’s bold bet: More Bitcoin coming soon?
What happened: Michael Saylor teases MicroStrategy’s next Bitcoin buy Michael Saylor, co-founder of MicroStrategy, cryptically questioned whether the SaylorTracker, a portfolio tracker highlighting each Bitcoin acquisition by the company, was missing a green marker, on December…
Companies
Crypto rules shake-Up: Australia’s security overhaul
What happened: Australia’s stricter crypto rules Australia has introduced a new set of rules that it hopes will help put up a better fight against financial crimes that have long terrorized the crypto sector. The new proposals were floated by the Australian Transaction Reports…
Global Cloud Services
Ethena’s USDe becomes 3rd-largest stablecoin
What happened: Ethena’s USDe defies expectations Decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Ethena’s stablecoin, USDe, has surpassed Sky’s Dai ( DAI ) in total market capitalization, becoming the third-largest stablecoin after Tether’s USDt ( USDT ) and USD Coin ( USDC ), according to…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
Virgin Media O2 opens flagship store in Westfield Stratford City
What happened: Virgin Media O2 opens new its flagship store Virgin Media O2 has opened its new flagship store at Westfield Stratford City, aiming to enhance its retail experience for customers. The store features interactive technology and an immersive space where visitors can…
Europe and Middle East Institutional
EU cyber resilience act: A new challenge for open-source projects
What happened The CRA, which officially passed in 2024, is the EU’s latest push to ensure security and transparency in digital products with network components. By 2027, all affected products must comply with stringent security requirements. This timeline includes multiple…
Companies
GoCardless and Endava partner to transform enterprise payment
What happened: GoCardless and Endava team up The partnership between GoCardless and Endava focuses on embedding GoCardless’ payment technology into Endava’s enterprise clients’ operations. By integrating features like Direct Debit and Instant Bank Pay into digital transformation…
Asia-Pacific Regional ISP
Undersea cables and global tensions: A geopolitical tug-of-war
In the era where digital connectivity dictates the pulse of global communication, finance, and security, undersea cables have emerged as the unsung heroes of the internet. These fiber-optic lines, stretching across the ocean floors, carry over 99% of international data traffic…
Companies
Top tech news today: December 13, 2024
Tech News Summaries 1. Cohesity and Veritas merge, hitting $7B valuation Data protection leader Cohesity merges with Veritas, creating a powerhouse with a $7 billion valuation. FinTech Global Scalapay partners with Trustfull to prevent fraud in BNPL 2. Wald AI secures $4M to…