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
Three layers of security required by IoT platforms
IoT platforms require robust security measures due to the sensitive nature of the data they handle and the potential impact of security breaches. IoT platforms can mitigate risks associated with cyber threats and provide a secure environment for connected devices and data by…

Global Cloud Services
What can IoT platform do?
As a key technology for connecting and managing IoT devices, IoT platforms are designed to connect and manage a large number of IoT devices and allow applications to operate intelligently through data collection and analysis. Its application has gone deep into various industries…

Global Regional ISP Trends
What is IPv6 and What are Its Features?
The internet’s backbone lies in its protocols, and IPv6 emerges as a groundbreaking evolution addressing the shortcomings of IPv4. With the exponential growth of devices and interconnected technologies, the need for an advanced, scalable, and secure protocol became paramount.…

Asia-Pacific Institutional
Advantages and application scenarios of IPv6
IPv6 provides a number of technical advantages that address the shortcomings of IPv4, with a larger address space, faster running speed, and stronger security. The application scenarios of IPv6 cover a variety of networking and communication needs, providing a sustainable and…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Deel acquires Hofy to launch Deel IT
OUR TAKE Deel’s primary business is processing international payroll and employing employees on behalf of the organisation through one of its local entities. The company also assists in developing contracts that comply with local labor laws, helps workers get health insurance and…

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Top tech news stories today: July 19, 2024
Fintech 1. Argentina looks to tame crypto market as money-laundering fears draw scrutiny In the last year, Argentina saw $85.4 billion worth of crypto transactions, making it one of the largest crypto havens in the world, according to data platform Chainalysis, as Argentines seek…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Brightfin debuts its Gen Z-focused financial wellness app
OUR TAKE “Spending by Gen Z consumers is expected to increase sixfold by 2030,” PYMNTS Intelligence study states. As incomes rise, financial institutions are developing new products for Gen Z, and 95% of credit unions are committed to increasing Gen Z membership. The launch of…

Leaders
‘Luobo Kuaipao’: Fear and excitement as China embraces robotaxis
The idea of self-driving cars has always seemed like a far-off, futuristic concept. But in recent years, companies around the world have been racing to turn that dream into reality. Among them, Baidu‘s ‘Luobo Kuaipao‘ has taken significant strides, especially in the bustling…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Ukraine Advances AI Drones Amidst War
Ukrainian startups are advancing AI drone technology in the face of Russian conflict, aiming for a strategic edge on the battlefield. Efforts are underway to develop AI drones that can operate independently of human control, reducing vulnerability to Russian electronic jamming.

Companies
German government’s bitcoin sales cause market turmoil
OUR TAKEThe German government’s decision to offload its bitcoin reserves has had a pronounced effect on the cryptocurrency market, shaking investor confidence and triggering a notable price decline. While some view these sales as a pragmatic approach to asset liquidation, others…

Global Cloud Services Trends
HSBC names Georges Elhedery CEO to keep strategic continuity
OUR TAKEHSBC’s decision to promote Georges Elhedery as CEO is a bold move, but also a safe bet. Continuity in leadership can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it shows stability and trust in the current strategy. But on the other, it could stifle innovation if Elhedery just…

Companies
TSMC forecasts 34% revenue jump soaring to 23.2B in Q3
OUR TAKETSMC’s quarterly financial report anticipate a 34% surge in revenue for the third quarter, fueled by the robust demand for AI. With major players like Apple and NVIDIA relying on them for supplies, TSMC has become a hot commodity amidst the AI boom. However, there’s an…

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Samsung snags startup Oxford Semantic for smarter devices
OUR TAKESamsung recently acquired Oxford Semantic Technologies, a UK-based AI rising star. It’s a big deal because Oxford Semantic is a pro in knowledge graph technology. Remember when Apple also invested heavily in AI and launched many intelligent features? Samsung’s move is…

Global Cloud Services Trends
IX Telecom: Telecom industry fortifies cybersecurity against rising threats
Increasing importance of cybersecurity Since digital connectivity is integral to our daily lives, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. This is particularly true for the telecommunications industry, which forms a critical part of the infrastructure supporting…

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Nokia sees lowest quarterly revenue since 2015 amid 5G slump
OUR TAKENokia, the Finland-based telecommunications and electronics company, reported a sharp decline in second-quarter revenue. The 18% year-on-year fall to $4.9 billion was below analysts’ expectations of $5.22 billion. In response, Nokia is diversifying its business, including…

Global Cloud Services Trends
BlackBerry debuts ‘CylanceMDR Pro’, advancing AI-driven security
BlackBerry, a cybersecurity leader, has introduced CylanceMDR Pro, an advanced managed detection and response service.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Chip stocks plummet amid China trade fears
OUR TAKEThe recent market turmoil underscores the fragile balance between technological advancement and geopolitical strategy. While protective measures might seem necessary, the collateral damage to investor confidence and the broader economy cannot be ignored. The emotional…

Companies
CypressTel wins top honour at 2024 cloud-network conference
CypressTel’s SD-WAN solution won the ‘SD-WAN Convergence Innovation Application Award,’ highlighting its excellence and industry leadership.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Google, Microsoft offer Nvidia AI chips to China
Google and Microsoft are sidestepping U.S. sanctions by offering Nvidia’s powerful AI chips to Chinese companies via overseas data centres.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
US grants $400M to Taiwan’s GlobalWafers for silicon wafer production
US grants $400M to GlobalWafers for 300-mm silicon wafers, creating 2,580 jobs with new facilities in Texas and Missouri.
