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Within the Primary Domain facet, Security intelligence groups reporting by primary domain so readers can follow a focused area of internet infrastructure, governance, connectivity markets, or digital capital. The page brings together related articles, public evidence, institutions, companies, people, regional exposure, operating dependencies, and market context that may otherwise sit across separate category pages. It explains the domain, the likely actor class, the market or governance context, and the source material readers should use when comparing signals. Operators, analysts, and governance readers can see how the same domain appears across events, profiles, market shifts, public-source evidence, regional dependencies, and longer-cycle infrastructure decisions over time.

Putin directs Russian bank to partner with China on AI

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Putin directs Russian bank to partner with China on AI

What happened: Putin pushes Russia-China partnership on AI development Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a directive for a Russian bank to engage in a strategic partnership with China focusing on the development of artificial intelligence (AI). This move comes as part…

Jan 3, 2025
Top tech news today: December 31, 2024

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Top tech news today: December 31, 2024

Tech News Summaries 1. Solana co-founder faces lawsuit over staking Solana’s co-founder is sued by his ex-wife, alleging disputes over $200 million in SOL staking rewards. Cointelegraph 2. Crypto malware attack spreads via LinkedIn Hackers use fake LinkedIn job offers to spread…

Dec 31, 2024
Binance, Kraken lead $10M Series A for stablecoin startup Usual

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Binance, Kraken lead $10M Series A for stablecoin startup Usual

Binance and Kraken lead $10M investment in Usual, driving rapid growth and innovation in decentralised finance.

Dec 24, 2024
Equinix acquires BT’s datacentre business for $63 million

Asia-Pacific Datacenter Trends

Equinix acquires BT’s datacentre business for $63 million

What happened: Equinix buys BT’s datacentre business BT Group announces the sale of its Irish datacentre business, including two facilities in Dublin, to Equinix for approximately $63 million. This strategic move aligns with BT’s ‘asset-light strategy’, allowing the company to…

Dec 24, 2024
Crypto.com launches institutional custody service in the US

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Crypto.com launches institutional custody service in the US

What happened: Crypto.com debuts institutional custody solution in the US Crypto.com has launched an institutional-grade custody service in the United States, designed to meet the unique needs of large-scale investors and businesses managing digital assets. The service focuses on…

Dec 24, 2024
WordPress.org threatens possible shutdown in 2025

Global Cloud Services

WordPress.org threatens possible shutdown in 2025

What happened: Financial and technical challenges could halt platform’s operations WordPress.org issued a statement warning of a potential shutdown in 2025 due to significant financial and technical challenges. The open-source content management platform, which powers a…

Dec 23, 2024
Paymob launches Apple Pay for Egyptian merchants to boost sales

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Paymob launches Apple Pay for Egyptian merchants to boost sales

What happened: Paymob brings Apple Pay to Egyptian merchants Paymob, a leading financial technology provider, has announced the introduction of Apple Pay to its merchant network across Egypt. This strategic move is designed to empower businesses by offering secure, seamless, and…

Dec 23, 2024
SIM farm fraudsters sentenced in UK after stealing $280,000

Asia-Pacific Institutional

SIM farm fraudsters sentenced in UK after stealing $280,000

UK Finance reported SIM-farm bank impersonation fraud involving over £220,000. Two men were jailed; a third received a suspended sentence.

Dec 23, 2024
Microsoft pushes passkeys no opt-out option for customers

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.…

Dec 19, 2024
Energy firms pledge $98B to rewire Britain’s grid

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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…

Dec 19, 2024
Fincantieri and Telecom Italia Sparkle unite for cable safety

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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…

Dec 18, 2024
Google Workspace users get NotebookLM Plus access

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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…

Dec 16, 2024
Crypto rules shake-Up: Australia’s security overhaul

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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…

Dec 13, 2024
EU cyber resilience act: A new challenge for open-source projects

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…

Dec 13, 2024
Undersea cables and global tensions: A geopolitical tug-of-war

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…

Dec 13, 2024
Top tech news today: December 13, 2024

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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…

Dec 13, 2024
Klarna now available at checkout on Apple Pay in Canada

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Klarna now available at checkout on Apple Pay in Canada

What happened: Klarna launches Apple Pay integration for Canadian users Klarna, the AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant, announces its availability for Apple Pay users in Canada, enabling seamless checkout options online and in-app for iPhone and iPad users…

Dec 12, 2024
What is a DDoS attack?

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What is a DDoS attack?

What is a DDoS? DDoS, or Distributed Denial-of-Service, attacks represent one of the most formidable types of cyber assaults where the primary goal is to disrupt the normal operations of a targeted server, service, or network. Unlike traditional Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks…

Dec 12, 2024
Understanding the Internet’s core and its role in digital innovation

Global Cloud Services

Understanding the Internet’s core and its role in digital innovation

What happened The Internet is a global network of interconnected systems that enables seamless communication and innovation. It serves as a platform for global connectivity, allowing systems worldwide to interact regardless of technology or vendor. The core of the Internet…

Dec 12, 2024
Nevada adopts blockchain to secure elections

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Nevada adopts blockchain to secure elections

What happened: Blockchain tech bolsters Nevada’s election certification process. Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar announced the adoption of blockchain technology for the state’s electoral certification process on Dec. 10. The decision aims to enhance transparency and…

Dec 11, 2024