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Global Cloud Services Trends
Did Tesla buy bitcoin again?
Tesla’s bitcoin holdings reportedly rise to 11,509, with confirmation pending in the next financial report.

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Cryptography startup Zama secures $73M to enhance data privacy
Zama, a French cryptography startup, secures $73 million in Series A funding, bolstering its mission to enhance data privacy.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Google established its first Asia-Pacific cybersecurity base in Tokyo
OUR TAKEAs countries in the region grow increasingly concerned about threats from Asia, Google sets up its first Asia-Pacific cybersecurity in Tokyo on Thursday, according to the Nikkei Asia report.—Jennifer YU, BTW reporter Cooperation with the local department The new center…

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Android apps lost official support from Windows 11
OUR TAKE:Microsoft’s decision to end support for the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) and discontinue official Android app access on Windows 11 is a significant setback for users looking to seamlessly integrate Android apps into their Windows experience. While the initial…

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Arthur Lewis, president of Dell ISG, on GenAI’s huge resistance
OUR TAKE:Dell’s early AI business is focused on four areas: software development, sales chatbots, customer service, and content creation. This indicates Dell’s favorable market position in the field of artificial intelligence.Dell, meanwhile, expects its ISG revenue to grow about…

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Former Google engineer indicted for stealing AI secrets
Former Google engineer arrested for allegedly stealing tech secrets to start a company in China, faces 10 years in prison if convicted.

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Musk: X will soon receive payment licenses in New York
Elon Musk’s X platform nears payment features with upcoming NY license, eyes WeChat-like services, and considers UI simplification.

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Sam Altman’s Worldcoin ordered to cease data collection in Spain
On March 6, the Spanish Agency for the Protection of Data (AEPD) issued an order halting Worldcoin’s operations for three months.

Africa Cloud Services Trends
Nigerian central bank partners with Gluwa to grow eNaira platform
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and blockchain platform Gluwa are jointly promoting the eNaira central bank digital currency (CBDC).

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Decentralised derivatives trading platform AEVO joins Binance
Binance introduces AEVO, a decentralised derivatives trading platform, on Launchpool, allowing users to earn AEVO tokens through BNB.

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Top tech news stories today: March 7, 2024
Burnt Banksy launches XION blockchain and MicroStrategy raises convertible notes offering to $700M amid stock rally and other news.

Companies
Paul Wilson resigns as Director General of APNIC
Wilson oversaw Internet governance in APAC for 25 years, but was recently accused of promoting undemocratic and biased policies.

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Tesla’s German factory halts production after going up in flames
A suspected arson near Tesla’s German factory halted production, sparking environmental concerns and Elon Musk’s condemnation.

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AWS will stop charging for data transfers to other platforms
Amazon AWS and Google end data migration fees amid regulatory scrutiny, boosting cloud and generative AI service.

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OpenAI: Musk’s investment and influence have been small
On Wednesday, OpenAI, the most esteemed AI company, declared its intention to refute every claim made by Elon Musk in a recent legal dispute.

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Algorithmic trading blamed for crypto exchange outages
The chief strategy officer of dYdX stated the recent exchange outages were attributed to heightened workloads from algorithmic trading firms.

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Institutional investment boosts bitcoin’s sustainability, says Reuters
Reuters hints that bitcoin’s recent surge to a new peak may be more sustainable than its 2021 growth, due to institutional investment influx.

Companies
Manal Ismail honoured with ICANN Community Excellence Award 2024
Awards recognition for Manal Ismail In an acknowledgment of dedication and service, Manal Ismail, a prominent figure in the realm of Internet governance, has been honoured with the ICANN Community Excellence Award 2024. The announcement took place during the ICANN79 Welcome…

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Apple’s iPhone Sales Decline in China Amidst Fierce Competition
Sales drop and intensifying competition In the first six weeks of 2024, Apple experienced a significant setback in China as iPhone sales plummeted by 24% year-on-year, according to research firm Counterpoint. The decline is attributed to heightened competition from local rivals…
Companies
LACNIC’s webinar on critical Internet infrastructure program
The rapid development of the Internet in Latin America and the Caribbean naturally comes with increased risks. Thus, LACNIC’s work to develop and protect Internet infrastructure is key to maintain the stability of Internet connection in the region. On February 28th, Lacnic will…
