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Global Cloud Services Trends
SpaceX outlines satellite deployment in next Starship test
SpaceX’s next Starship test flight will feature satellite deployment and key design updates to advance system reusability

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft faces UK lawsuit over software license resale restrictions
What happened: Microsoft and ValueLicensing prepare for high-stakes court showdown Microsoft is set to face UK-based ValueLicensing in court over a dispute regarding the resale of second-hand software licenses. ValueLicensing accuses Microsoft of unfairly restricting the resale…

North America Cloud Services Trends
Ripple launches major hiring spree across the US
What happened: Ripple strengthens US operations with large-scale hiring Ripple, a leading blockchain and cryptocurrency company, has announced a large-scale hiring initiative across various states in the US. This development comes despite ongoing regulatory scrutiny from the…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Community tokens boost memecoin index to new highs
What happened: Community tokens surge memecoin index In 2024, the GMCI Meme index achieves remarkable success, recording a 320% return and outpacing other cryptocurrency sectors, including AI and top cryptocurrencies. This surge indicates a significant market shift, with…

North America Cloud Services Trends
Base explores bringing COIN to layer 2 for US citizens
What happened: Base explores COIN integration for USD Jesse Pollak, head of Base and Coinbase Wallet, announced on social media that the team is “looking into” the possibility of integrating COIN into the Coinbase-incubated layer 2 platform, Base, by 2025. Despite this interest…

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
AstroPay launches multicurrency wallet for cross-border finance
AstroPay launches its multicurrency wallet to streamline cross-border finance, targeting digital nomads and remote workers across Europe

Global Cloud Services Trends
Ryan acquires Altus Group’s property tax business for $518M
Ryan finalises a $518 million acquisition of Altus Group’s property tax services, enhancing its global presence and service capabilities.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Aave’s USDe-USDT peg proposal raises decentralisation concerns
Aave’s proposal to peg Ethena’s USDe to USDT faces criticism as users question its impact on decentralisation and stablecoin stability.

Global Institutional Trends
Insider wallets net $20M in Solana’s Focai memecoin launch
Allegations of insider trading in Solana’s FOCAI memecoin launch reveal a $20 million profit by just 15 wallets

Global Cloud Services Trends
Gaming and Layer 2 token indices face losses in 2024
What happened: Gaming tokens face major market decline In 2024, the gaming and Layer 2 token indices reported notable losses, diverging from the overall positive performance of other sectors in the cryptocurrency market. This downturn highlights the struggles faced by gaming…

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
EU mandates USB-C charging for all new devices
What happened: EU mandates USB-C charging for devices The European Union has enacted a significant regulation requiring all new devices sold within its borders to support USB-C charging, effective from December 2024. This initiative aims to reduce electronic waste and streamline…

Global Cloud Services Trends
MARA loans 16% of its BTC reserves for modest yield
What happened: BTC reserves loaned by MARA for yield MARA, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency sector, recently disclosed that 16% of its Bitcoin (BTC) reserves have been loaned to third parties. This strategic move aims to generate a modest yield for the company while also…

Companies
ARIN concludes consultation on Reg-RWS improvements
What happened: What happened: ARIN reviews Reg-RWS feedback The American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) recently concluded a consultation, held from 3 to 20 December, seeking community feedback on improving the RESTful API used to manage registration records, Reg-RWS. Among…

North America Cloud Services Trends
Spirit Blockchain Capital targets yield generation from Dogecoin
What happened: Spirit Blockchain Capital leverages Dogecoin for yield generation Spirit Blockchain Capital, a digital asset investment firm based in Canada, announces plans to generate yield on its Dogecoin holdings. The company aims to capitalise on the growing popularity of the…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Move up Internet: Enhancing comfort and safety
Why tech gadgets are essential for seniors Tech gadgets provide a wide range of benefits for seniors, significantly improving their quality of life. These devices offer greater independence, allowing older adults to manage their health more effectively, stay connected with family…

Africa Cloud Services Trends
Billboxx raises $1.6M to improve SME cash flow in Africa.
Billboxx raises $1.6m pre-seed funding to enhance cash flow management for SMEs across Africa through innovative financial solutions.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Nvidia acquires Runai and plans to open source AI software
Nvidia completes its acquisition of Run:ai for $700 million, announcing plans to open source the AI infrastructure company’s software.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Checkout.com cuts 230 jobs due to revenue decline and client loss
Checkout.com has laid off 230 employees and seen its valuation drop by 75% due to revenue losses and the end of its partnership with Binance

Global Cloud Services Trends
Employer.com acquires Bench Accounting to expand its offerings
What happened: Bench Accounting joins forces with Employer.com On 2nd January 2025, Employer.com, a San Francisco-based start-up, announced its acquisition of Canadian fintech Bench Accounting for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 2012, Bench offers bookkeeping, tax filing, and…

Global Cloud Services Trends
POET Technologies acquires SPX for $6.5m
What happened: POET Technologies completes Google Pay merger POET Technologies has acquired its former joint venture partner, Super Photonics Integrated Circuit Xiamen Co (SPX), for $6.5 million. The deal gives POET full control of SPX’s operations, including its optical engine…
