Impact
Medium
Within the Impact facet, Medium impact intelligence highlights articles where the expected effect level, operational exposure, or decision relevance is comparable. Readers can use the page to separate routine market updates from higher-consequence governance, infrastructure, security, and investment signals that may affect planning, procurement, policy, or customer exposure. The page connects the consequence band to public evidence, related organisations, regional context, operating dependencies, service continuity, competition, investment timing, compliance, and customer risk. It helps readers decide which developments deserve deeper monitoring, which actors are most exposed, and how a signal may affect operations or market planning.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Japanese chipmaker Kioxia plans Tokyo IPO to fuel growth
What happened Kioxia Holdings will list its shares in Tokyo on 18 December, the company announced on Friday. The company expects the market for flash memory to grow, fuelled by rising demand from AI applications and data centres. Japanese chipmaker Kioxia makes NAND flash-memory…
Leaders
The Glotel Awards 2024: Celebrating innovation and achievement
What happened The Glotel Awards 2024 celebrated telecom industry achievements at a prestigious ceremony in central London. In the presence of peers and leaders, 24 winners received honours for their remarkable contributions across diverse categories. Furthermore, the Glotel…
Global Cloud Services Trends
FIFA will launch blockchain soccer game ‘FIFA Rivals’
What happened FIFA and Mythical Games have teamed up to deliver a new free-to-play experience, FIFA Rivals, which will launch in the summer of 2025. The game allows users to build their teams, compete in arcade-style matches, and establish their legacy in the soccer world, all…
Global Cloud Services Trends
ICP-2 update: Deadline for feedback extended to 6 December
What happened The Number Resource Organisation (NRO) has extended the deadline for submitting responses to its ICP-2 questionnaire, now closing on Friday, 6 December 2024. Originally introduced in 2001, ICP-2 outlines the principles and criteria for recognising new Regional…
Global Cloud Services
Top 10 SaaS companies to watch in 2024
The SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) industry continues to thrive, redefining how businesses operate by delivering cloud-based solutions across sectors. As we head into 2024, some companies are setting benchmarks with their innovation, growth strategies, and market leadership. Here…
Companies
ICANN announces new leadership: Tripti Sinha and Chris Chapman take top roles
What happened On November 14, 2024, ICANN revealed key leadership appointments following its 81st Public Meeting in Istanbul. Tripti Sinha, a prominent figure in cyber-infrastructure and Internet policy since joining ICANN in 2018, was re-appointed as Chair of the Board of…
Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
Vodafone claims 5G policing boost as it fights for Three UK merger approval
What happened Vodafone is taking an unusual approach to secure approval for its merger with Three UK by emphasising the benefits of standalone 5G (5G SA) for policing. The company commissioned a report by WPI Strategy, which claims 5G SA could save UK police 11 million hours a…
Companies
RIPE NCC Billing Procedure 2025: What you need to know
What happened The RIPE NCC has unveiled its updated Billing Procedure for 2025, introducing adjustments to its Charging Scheme. Key changes include a €25 (around $27) increase in fees for internet number resources like IPv4 and IPv6 Provider Independent (PI) assignments. A new…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Tensions surge as Baltic cables severed near Sweden
What happened Two undersea cables carrying internet data deep in the Baltic Sea have been damaged, European telecommunications companies have said, drawing warnings from European governments of possible Russian “hybrid warfare” targeting global communications infrastructure. The…
Global National Telecom Trends
Comcast spins off cable networks amid streaming surge
What happened Comcast, a major telecommunications conglomerate, has decided to spin off some of its cable TV networks as the entertainment landscape shifts towards streaming. This move comes in response to the increasing consumer preference for on-demand streaming services over…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Top reasons you need internet security today
———————— Why do you need internet security? The importance of internet security cannot be overstated in a world increasingly reliant on digital connectivity. Cybercriminals are constantly devising new ways to exploit vulnerabilities, steal sensitive data, and disrupt operations.…
Global Cloud Services Trends
How to stay safe with internet security
——————— In today’s digital age, ensuring internet security is more important than ever. With an increasing amount of personal data being shared online, individuals and businesses alike must adopt best practices for internet security to protect sensitive information from cyber…
Europe and Middle East Regional ISP Trends
New partnership expands digital paths for the region
________ What happened Mobily has partnered with Sparkle to enhance connectivity between Europe, the Middle East, and Saudi Arabia using Sparkle’s submarine cable systems. Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Mobily is acquiring fibre capacity on key routes, including…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Turning the tide: N26’s first profitable quarter
What happened N26, the German fintech startup, celebrated its first profitable quarter in Q3 2024, marking a significant milestone in its journey. The company’s revenue soared 30% year-over-year, reaching over €300 million, as it managed to significantly reduce its losses. N26’s…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Layer-2 teams rally behind Ethereum’s overhaul vision
What happened Last week, at the biennial Devcon gathering in Bangkok, Thailand, developer Justin Drake laid out an ambitious plan to revamp Ethereum’s consensus layer architecture. This plan, targeting a launch in 2029, seeks to reduce transaction costs, improve scalability, and…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Marathon’s bold bet: The future of bitcoin mining
What happened Marathon Digital, one of North America’s largest Bitcoin mining companies, announced on Thursday (November 21) that its goal to double its hash rate to 50 exahashes per second (EH/s) within the next 18 to 24 months. Marathon is making strategic moves, including an…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Which type of internet security is right for you?
In today’s interconnected world, securing your online presence is more important than ever. But with so many types of internet security solutions available, how do you know which one is right for you? Each type of security addresses specific threats and offers unique benefits.…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
The ultimate checklist for internet security: Are you protected?
In an age where we rely on the internet for everything—from shopping to banking and even social interactions—securing our online presence is more critical than ever. Cybercriminals are always on the lookout for vulnerabilities to exploit, making it essential to ensure your…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: November 25, 2024
Tech News Summaries 1. FIFA and Mythical Games launch ‘FIFA Rivals’ FIFA partners with Mythical Games to create ‘FIFA Rivals,’ a blockchain-powered game enhancing fan engagement and monetization. Cointelegraph 2. Cyera secures landmark $300 million raise Cyera leads this week’s…
Companies
APNIC bridges borders at HKNOG 13.0 in Hong Kong
What happened APNIC actively supported and participated in HKNOG 13.0, held on November 1, 2024, in Hong Kong. This bi-annual event, organized by the Hong Kong Network Operators Group, brought together IT professionals, network operators, and engineers to discuss internet…