Primary Domain
Technology
Within the Primary Domain facet, Technology 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.
Global Cloud Services
Social media erupts with conspiracies after attempted Trump rally shooting
OUR TAKEThe shooting at Trump’s rally highlights the powerful role of social media in spreading misinformation. X’s algorithms shows the need for better content moderation and real-time fact-checking to ensure credible sources are prioritised and misinformation is swiftly…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
3 top tech stories this week: July 12, 2024
From bionic robots to “China-spoiled”, we have a bunch of great tech stories to tell you about this week. Here’s our rundown. Would you pay $280,000 for a robot like this? https://blog.btw.media/tech-trends/would-you-pay-280000-for-a-robot-like-this/ China surges ahead in…
Global Institutional Trends
Intel leads funding in Israeli AI construction startup Buildots
Buildots secures $15 million from Intel Capital to expand its AI software aimed at reducing construction delays by up to 50% and improving cost efficiencies.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Hedge funds pour into South Korea for next wave in AI
Hedge funds are pouring into South Korea’s semiconductor sector, seeing them as undervalued in the expanding AI technology market.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Alibaba embraces gen AI tools for global commerce expansion
Aibaba’s international e-commerce unit is utilizing generative AI tools for translation, content creation, and product returns.
Global Cloud Services
58% of manufacturers increase AI spending, lower than expected
Manufacturers are approaching generative AI initiatives more cautiously than anticipated, with 58% planning to increase AI spending in 2024.
Asia-Pacific Institutional
AI outperforms students in exams, raising integrity concerns
According to a study by the University of Reading, AI-generated exam answers often outperform real student submissions.
Companies
Hedge funds bet on South Korean chipmakers for AI
Hedge funds are shifting their focus on the South Korean market, viewing them as the next sound investment.
Companies
Intel invests $15M in AI tech startup Buildots
Buildots, an AI-driven tech company that uses computer vision to create digital twins of construction sites, has secured a $15 million investment led by Intel Capital.
North America Cloud Services
Ericsson beats estimates on cost cutting in tough market
Ericsson’s Q2 earnings surpassed expectations due to strategic cost reductions amid tough market conditions.
Companies
Partior raises $60M to expand blockchain payments
OUR TAKE Partior recently raised over $60 million in a Series B funding round led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from Jump Trading Holdings LLC, Valor Capital Group, Temasek Holdings, JPMorgan Chase and Standard Chartered. The funding will enable Partior to expand its…
Companies
TSMC’s Q2 results may drive $420B rally with AI demand
OUR TAKETSMC’s expected strong second-quarter results and potential increase in full-year sales forecasts underscore its critical role in the AI revolution. The company’s technological prowess and strategic positioning have made it a cornerstone of AI investment. With demand for…
Companies
AIMS Cyberjaya Block 2 now operational with expansion plans underway
AIMS Group (“AIMS”), a prominent data centre services provider in Southeast Asia, has announced the completion of its 8MW IT load facility, AIMS Cyberjaya Block 2 (“Block 2”). In response to growing customer demand, AIMS is set to commence construction of AIMS Cyberjaya Block 3…
Companies
Synechron launches ‘Synechron Nexus Plus’ to propel firm growth
Synechron has launched Synechron Nexus Plus accelerator program which includes five AI-driven solutions to boost client growth
Companies
Manufacturers slow Gen AI rollout on rising accuracy concerns
Lucidworks’ second annual Generative AI Global Benchmark Study shows a significant drop in planned AI spending by manufacturing leaders for 2024.
Companies
Amazon enhances its AI applications to maintain advantage
Amazon announced its incremental AI refinements to maintain its competitiveness in the growing intense market.
Global Cloud Services
10 best tech products of 2024 so far
OUR TAKEFrom the arrival of Microsoft’s new generation of AI-equipped Windows 11 laptops to Apple’s latest iPad Pros, here are 10 of the best gadgets in the first half of year. In the second half of year, with efforts of Apple, OpenAI and other companies, more brilliant…
Global Cloud Services
The crystal ball of the digital age: Predictive analytics
By harnessing historical data, statistical algorithms, etc, Predictive analytics transforms raw data into foresight.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
Europe re-enters space with Ariane 6, overcoming debut glitch
Ariane 6 rocket successfully completed its debut flight from French Guiana, deploying three micro-satellites for research, marking Europe’s regained access to space.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Who is Raja Manickam? CEO of Nexsemi, semiconductor entrepreneur
Raja Manickam, one of the distinguished figures in the Indian semiconductor realm, has left an indelible mark.