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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.

Autify launches Zenes, an AI agent for software quality assurance

Companies

Autify launches Zenes, an AI agent for software quality assurance

OUR TAKE With the advent of generative AI, AI applications are transforming and reshaping various industries and changing how people work. Software development is no exception. The software development process and its quality assurance will redefine AI through generative…

Jun 21, 2024
Language learning app Speak nets $20M, doubles valuation

Global Cloud Services Trends

Language learning app Speak nets $20M, doubles valuation

OUR TAKE Speak’s fundraising success and valuation doubling reflect investors’ high level of trust in its business model and market potential. This will not only help the company further expand its services and technology, but also attract more talented people to join and drive…

Jun 21, 2024
Pure Storage tweaks SLAs amid sharpened focus on cyber

Global Cloud Services Trends

Pure Storage tweaks SLAs amid sharpened focus on cyber

OUR TAKE These updates demonstrate Pure Storage’s commitment to meeting customers’ increasingly complex security needs and business continuity requirements, providing enterprises with greater assurance and support to respond and recover quickly in the face of catastrophic events…

Jun 21, 2024
Amazon ditches the plastic air pillows in its boxes

Global Cloud Services Trends

Amazon ditches the plastic air pillows in its boxes

OUR TAKE This initiative not only showcases Amazon’s positive progress in sustainability, but also helps to reduce the potential harm caused by plastic waste to the environment and wildlife, setting a good example for other companies in the industry.–Revel Cheng, BTW reporter…

Jun 21, 2024
Startup Kinetic rolls out robots to fix electric cars

Global Cloud Services Trends

Startup Kinetic rolls out robots to fix electric cars

OUR TAKE This integrated technology solution not only improves the efficiency of reconditioning and reduces the costs associated with EV ownership and maintenance. It also ensures the reliability and safety of the customer’s vehicle system, and promotes the transformation of the…

Jun 21, 2024
Anthropic says its latest model raises performance

Global Cloud Services Trends

Anthropic says its latest model raises performance

OUR TAKE Such advancements underscore not only technological prowess but also the potential for AI to broaden its practical applications, offering more accurate and accessible solutions in diverse real-world contexts. As AI continues to evolve, these strides in visual…

Jun 21, 2024
Oracle to invest over $1B on AI, cloud computing in Spain

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Oracle to invest over $1B on AI, cloud computing in Spain

OUR TAKE These investments will help Spain to make better use of AI technologies in various sectors and drive the overall development of innovation and digital transformation. This marks Oracle’s important global contribution to advancing technology and data security, especially…

Jun 21, 2024
Edge computing vs. cloud computing: What’s the difference?

Global Cloud Services

Edge computing vs. cloud computing: What’s the difference?

Edge computing and cloud computing are transforming the way we process and store data. Understanding their differences can help businesses and individuals make informed decisions about their digital infrastructure. 1. Definition and core concepts Edge computing involves…

Jun 21, 2024
Logitech unveils innovative MX Ink stylus for Meta Quest VR headsets

Global Cloud Services Trends

Logitech unveils innovative MX Ink stylus for Meta Quest VR headsets

OUR TAKELogitech’s MX Ink stylus could revolutionise how we interact with VR and mixed reality, making it a must-have for creative professionals. Its precision, customisation options, and seamless integration with Meta Quest headsets set a new standard for virtual tools. This…

Jun 21, 2024
5 ideas from Sergey Gorbunov on blockchain interoperability

Global Cloud Services

5 ideas from Sergey Gorbunov on blockchain interoperability

In a recent episode of the CoinDesk Podcast on ART19, Sergey Gorbunov, CEO of Interop Labs and co-founder of Axelar Protocol, shared his expertise on blockchain interoperability. The 29-min discussion delved into the security measures, programmability, and the significance of…

Jun 21, 2024
5 insights from Wienke Giezeman on LoRaWAN technology

Latin America and Caribbean Cloud Services

5 insights from Wienke Giezeman on LoRaWAN technology

Wienke Giezeman, CEO and co-founder of The Things Industries, recently discussed the evolution and current state of LoRaWAN technology on the IoT For All Podcast for 27 minutes. Here are five key takeaways from the podcast. 1. Evolution of LoRaWAN technology In 2015, expectations…

Jun 21, 2024
5 insights from Mark Lamb on revolutionising cybersecurity communication

Global Cloud Services

5 insights from Mark Lamb on revolutionising cybersecurity communication

Mark Lamb, the founder and CEO of f HighGround.io, recently appeared on The IT Business Podcast to discuss his innovative platform designed for IT service providers. We’ve summarised five crucial insights from his 15-min discussion on improving cybersecurity communication. 1.…

Jun 21, 2024
CDK global cyberattack: Car dealerships go offline

Leaders

CDK global cyberattack: Car dealerships go offline

The CDK Global cyberattack highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure in digital-dependent industries like automotive sales.

Jun 21, 2024
Powering the future: Nuclear energy’s marvels and challenges

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

Powering the future: Nuclear energy’s marvels and challenges

Power plants utilise nuclear fission to produce heat from atoms.This heat boils water into steam, driving turbines produce electricity.

Jun 21, 2024
Exploring nuclear power plants: Engineering energy solutions

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

Exploring nuclear power plants: Engineering energy solutions

Nuclear power plants generate electricity through the combined action of three parts: nuclear reactors, steam turbines, and cooling systems.

Jun 21, 2024
Understanding nuclear fuel: Uranium’s role in energy production

Africa Cloud Services

Understanding nuclear fuel: Uranium’s role in energy production

uranium 235 extracted from mined uranium ore is needed because it can effectively undergo fission reactions.

Jun 21, 2024
Introduction of cloud data warehouse

Global Cloud Services Trends

Introduction of cloud data warehouse

Automating data ingestion and transformation streamlines data flow into cloud warehouses, enhancing scalability and usability for analysts.

Jun 21, 2024
An introduction to point cloud

Global Cloud Services

An introduction to point cloud

Using point clouds enables rapid floor planning and precise BIM, crucial for accurate facility representation and lifecycle management.

Jun 21, 2024
Cloud data protection: Definition, benefits and methods

Global Cloud Services Trends

Cloud data protection: Definition, benefits and methods

To protect your data in the cloud, you can configure backup and recovery options, encrypt your data and establish user permissions.

Jun 21, 2024
Data cloud: Definition, examples and working principles

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

Data cloud: Definition, examples and working principles

A data cloud’s key features include discoverable data, agile data architecture, and integrated AI/ML capabilities for innovation.

Jun 21, 2024