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North America Institutional Trends
Canada disbands TikTok for security reasons, user access unaffected
What happened The Canadian government ordered the closure of TikTok‘s operations in Canada on November 6, citing national security risks. Nevertheless, Canadians can still access the short video application and continue creating content on it. Innovation Minister…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Supermicro faces Nasdaq delist over financial concerns
what happened Super Micro‘s stock fell 18.14% on Wednesday, reaching its lowest level since June of last year, after the troubled server manufacturer released unimpressive unaudited financials and could not specify how it intended to maintain its Nasdaq listing. The stock went…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Arm’s forecast disappoints, casting doubt on AI growth
What happened Chip designer Arm Holdings issued a disappointing revenue forecast on Wednesday (Nov. 6) for the coming year, suggesting that the still-recovering smartphone market could overshadow growth in artificial intelligence. The company expects revenue for the current…
North America Institutional Trends
New Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim to launch in 2025
_____________ What happened Samsung plans to launch a new “Galaxy S25 Slim” alongside its Galaxy S25 lineup in Q2 2025, according to recent certifications. Identified as model SM-S937U for the U.S. and SM-S937 internationally, this variant will be slimmer than current flagship…
Global Institutional Trends
Sitejabber accused of manipulating product ratings for profit
______________ What happened The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against Sitejabber, an online review platform, for allegedly violating rules against fake reviews. The FTC claims Sitejabber boosted product ratings by including point-of-sale survey responses as…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Roblox introduces measures to protect kids in social hangouts
What happened Roblox has announced new safety measures by banning users under 13 from entering social hangout spaces on its platform. This decision is part of an effort to create a safer online environment for younger users and reduce their exposure to inappropriate content or…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Australia proposes social media ban for children under 16
What happened Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on November 7 that the government is planning to introduce legislation prohibiting social media use for children under 16. This policy is setting a global precedent. Albanese said at a press conference, “Social…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: November 7, 2024
Top tech news today: Bitcoin reaches new record as Trump wins the US election, SpaceX plans sixth Starship launch, and Tesla faces Musk tweet trial decision. 1. Bitcoin hits record high amid Trump speculation Bitcoin reaches a new peak as traders speculate on a possible Trump…
North America Institutional Trends
FTC alleges fintech app Dave for misleading marketing fraud
What happened The U.S. Federal Trade Commission sued financial technology company Dave Inc over misleading cash-advance advertisement targeting struggling borrowers. The claim accused Dave Inc over the 500$ cash advance they says to offer but users never receive. As well as the…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Affirm launches loan service in the UK, fierce local competition
What happened Affrim launched installment loans in the United Kingdom on Monday, marking the company’s first international growth. Affirm, an American fintech startup, was founded in 2012 and provides flexible pay-over-time payment solutions. The organization claims it…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Google CEO pledges to be a trusted election source
———————————— What happened In early November, Google CEO Sundar Pichai urged employees to ensure that Google products deliver reliable, neutral election information. He said maintaining trust is essential, especially during elections. The memo, reported by The Verge and The…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Google wins case over Google Play gift card fraud
What happened Google successfully won a class-action court case that alleged it unlawfully profited from Google Play gift card scams. U.S. District Judge Beth Labson Freeman dismissed the case on Monday evening. The case accused Google of refusing to return the millions of…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Japan’s semiconductor future depends on long-term plan
What happened A subcommittee of Japan’s Fiscal System Council has proposed a shift in the country’s semiconductor aid strategy, urging the government to move beyond ad hoc funding to a more structured, medium-term support plan. This proposal is rooted in the growing recognition…
Global Cloud Services Trends
IPv6—The big shift no one’s rushing into
The debate over the necessity of IPv6 adoption is reigniting, with APNIC’s chief scientist, Geoff Huston, challenging the widely held belief that transitioning from IPv4 is essential for the future of the internet. Huston suggests that the internet has mostly relied on Content…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Western Digital Corp surpasses quarterly profit estimates
What happened Western Digital Corp surpassed Wall Street’s quarterly profit expectations on demand for its data-storage devices from cloud service providers, driving its stock up 9% in extended trading on Thursday, according to Reuters. Western Digital Corp’s adjusted earnings…
Global Cloud Services Trends
How exoskeleton technology will transform the future of work
I remember watching 127 Hours, a movie about a hiker trapped by a boulder in Bluejohn Canyon. To survive, he had to amputate his arm—a truly intense portrayal of resilience and determination. Aron faces excruciating pain and psychological pressure, remaining calm enough to make…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
South Korea slams Meta with $15M privacy fine
What happened South Korea’s privacy watchdog fined social media company Meta 21.6 billion won ($15 million) on Tuesday (November 5). The company illegally collected sensitive personal information about Facebook users, including their political views and sexual orientation, and…
Global Cloud Services Trends
The downfall of 23andMe: What will happen to your data?
My experience with 23andMe It was at my college sophomore year 2020, I came across an advertisement online on social media about 23andMe. The ad shows the report of how their ancestry service tells you where you origin, I was quite curious and ordered a kit right away. The kit…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Perplexity AI raising new investment at $9B valuation
What happened According to the source, venture capital company Institutional Venture Partners (IVP), which also owns a board seat in the startup, is spearheading a fresh investment round for California-based Perplexity that is expected to raise $500 million. In January, the…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
US needs to strike at Chinese chipmaker for national security
What happened US lawmaker Mike Gallagher is calling for tougher action against SMIC, a major Chinese chipmaker, over national security concerns. Gallagher, who leads the House Select Committee on China, believes that SMIC could be linked to China’s military, which could pose a…