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Editorial image for Microsoft is opening an AI hub in London.

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Microsoft is opening an AI hub in London

Microsoft is expanding its AI efforts in the UK with a new AI hub in London, focused on product development and research. Microsoft AI in London Microsoft AI London will focus on developing state-of-the-art language models and the infrastructure to support them, as well as…

Apr 10, 2024
ICANN seeks NextGen@ICANN Program applications from universities

Companies

ICANN seeks NextGen@ICANN Program applications from universities

ICANN is currently seeking applications for the NextGen@ICANN Program, targeting university students aged 18 to 30 in the Asia Pacific region.

Apr 10, 2024
Who is Michelle Zatlyn? Co-founder of Cloudflare

North America Cloud Services Trends

Who is Michelle Zatlyn? Co-founder of Cloudflare

Michelle Zatlyn is the co-founder and chief operating officer of cybersecurity firm Cloudflare. She brought cyber protection to vulnerable institutions from K-12 schools to local elections, while leading Cloudflare to its first US$1 billion year. She works with the White House on…

Apr 10, 2024
Top tech news stories today: April 10, 2024

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Top tech news stories today: April 10, 2024

Follow us to see the latest tech news today. Dive into Wiki Finance Expo Hong Kong 2024 is coming in May, migration to LACNIC’s new RPKI system, Blue Planet launches industry’s only multi-cloud native OSS platform, Google’s Gemini 1.5 Pro just got ears, and Finnish startup…

Apr 10, 2024
Binance Regulations

Global Institutional Trends

Richard Teng: Post-DOJ focus on compliance & sustainability

Binance has matured since DOJ $4.3B settlement: CEO Richard Teng said Binance is now looking at sustainability and more compliance; hence the company’s focus on building a robust compliance program. Binance stops bitcoin NFT support to streamline offerings Evolving beyond…

Apr 10, 2024
Editorial image for AI-capable CPUs power the latest Asus OLED laptops.

Global Cloud Services Trends

AI-capable CPUs power the latest Asus OLED laptops

Asus unveils two new laptops with the latest processors and keyboards with Copilot keys; the Vivobook S series comes in different sizes and configurations; the Zenbook 14 OLED lacks a microSD card reader; Apple’s Mac owes a lot to Lisa; and whether it’s time to ditch Lisa’s…

Apr 10, 2024
Migration to LACNIC’s new RPKI system

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Migration to LACNIC’s new RPKI system

In April, LACNIC will migrate to the new RPKI resource authentication system, which has already reached a 50% adoption rate in IPv4 and nearly 40% in IPv6. The new RPKI system LACNIC’s new RPKI system will be operational during the week of 15 to 22 April and will incorporate the…

Apr 10, 2024
NTT warns AI may undermine democracy and lead to wars

Global Cloud Services Trends

NTT warns AI may undermine democracy and lead to wars

NTT has issued an apocalyptic warning about the looming dangers of AI, calling for creation of ecosystems that allow AI to control other AIs.

Apr 9, 2024
Should dead children be given an AI ‘afterlife’?

Global Cloud Services Trends

Should dead children be given an AI ‘afterlife’?

A Taiwanese musician has spurred debate on ethics, consent and grief after bringing his daughter back from the dead using AI.

Apr 9, 2024
Andrew Aude: Apple sues ex-iOS engineer for 5-year data leak

Global Cloud Services Trends

Andrew Aude: Apple sues ex-iOS engineer for 5-year data leak

Apple is taking legal action against a former employee for allegedly leaking confidential information, including details about products he disliked, from his company-issued iPhone. In a lawsuit filed on March 18 in a California court, Apple accused ex-software engineer Andrew…

Apr 9, 2024
Jordan Hoffmann, DeepMind scientist, to lead Microsoft AI’s new London hub

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Jordan Hoffmann, DeepMind scientist, to lead Microsoft AI’s new London hub

Microsoft has announced a new London hub for its consumer AI division, led by Jordan Hoffmann, an AI scientist and engineer from high-profile startup Inflection AI. This comes three weeks after Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella unveiled a new division led by founders of Inflection AI…

Apr 9, 2024
Google releases Gemini in Android Studio to help with development

Global Cloud Services Trends

Google releases Gemini in Android Studio to help with development

Google announced on 9 April that Android Studio’s bots will be upgraded to Gemini Pro. Users will be able to easily access Gemini API launch templates through Android Studio to add generative AI capabilities to their apps. Upgrade the new model Google introduced Studio Bot and…

Apr 9, 2024
HGC Macroview wins Fortinet’s Top Advanced Partner award

Global Cloud Services Trends

HGC Macroview wins Fortinet’s Top Advanced Partner award

HGC Macroview Telecom, a division of HGC Group, has been awarded Fortinet‘s Top Advanced Partner for three consecutive years, highlighting its steadfast commitment to delivering top-tier cybersecurity solutions. This recognition underscores the dedication and hard work of the…

Apr 9, 2024
Elon Musk says electricity is key constraint for AI development

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Elon Musk says electricity is key constraint for AI development

Elon Musk predicted in an interview on April 8 that while a shortage of chips were a big constraint for the development of AI so far, electricity supply will be crucial in the near future. The tycoon Musk took an interview by Norway wealth fund CEO Nicolai Tangen on X spaces on…

Apr 9, 2024
RoboVision secures $42M to enhance AI integration in manufacturing

Global Cloud Services Trends

RoboVision secures $42M to enhance AI integration in manufacturing

Computer vision company RoboVision raised $42M for its AI-enabled vision platform, aimed at simplifying AI integration into manufacturing.

Apr 9, 2024
European Central Bank trial to explore DLT for wholesale transactions

Global Cloud Services Trends

European Central Bank trial to explore DLT for wholesale transactions

The European Central Bank has initiated a trial into the application of distributed ledger technology for settling wholesale transactions.

Apr 9, 2024
Australia to launch own spot bitcoin ETF in 2 months

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Australia to launch own spot bitcoin ETF in 2 months

Monochrome’s inaugural Bitcoin ETF, filed with Cboe Australia, marks the country’s first to hold physical bitcoin in its ETF.

Apr 9, 2024
South Korea plans US$7B investment in AI

Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends

South Korea plans US$7B investment in AI

In a bid to consolidate its leadership in semiconductor chips, South Korean President Yoon Seok Yeol on Tuesday unveiled a plan to pump 9.4 trillion won (US$6.94 billion) into artificial intelligence programmes by 2027. Semiconductors as a key foundation of South Korea’s…

Apr 9, 2024
Paddy Cosgrave returns to Web Summit after resigning over Israel criticism

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Paddy Cosgrave returns to Web Summit after resigning over Israel criticism

Web Summit co-founder Paddy Cosgrave on Monday returned as its chief executive, six months after resigning from the top job following a backlash over his comments on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Cosgrave’s October comments Cosgrave resigned as president of the Lisbon conference…

Apr 9, 2024
Nvidia plans $200M AI centre in Indonesia with Indosat

Asia-Pacific National Telecom Trends

Nvidia plans $200M AI centre in Indonesia with Indosat

Nvidia’s $200M investment in Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison heralds expansion into Southeast Asia’s AI landscape, with robust growth in Singapore.

Apr 9, 2024