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Global Cloud Services Trends
Amazon Unveils a ‘Smarter and More Conversational’ Alexa amid AI Race Among Tech Companies
Amazon held this year’s new products conference, unveiled a slew of gadgets and an update to its popular voice assistant Alexa, infusing it with more generative AI features to better compete with other tech companies who’ve rolled out flashy chatbots. Massive Offerings During…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft’s $69 Billion Activision Blizzard Deal Edges Closer to Approval
Image credit: Activision Microsoft’s ambitious $69 billion acquisition of gaming giant Activision Blizzard is one step closer to realization. The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has granted preliminary approval for the deal. The CMA had initially raised concerns over…
Global Cloud Services Trends
GitHub Makes Passkey Available to Everyone
Image credit: Silmnhyt via Pixabay GitHub announcted that Passkey authentication is now accessible to all users. Following in the footsteps of industry leaders like TikTok and Google, GitHub is shifting away from traditional passwords in favor of Passkeys, which offer superior…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Windows 11 Rolls Out Copilot and AI Enhancements
Image credit: Microsoft Microsoft is gearing up to release its long-awaited Copilot digital assistant alongside an array of AI-powered features in the upcoming Windows 11 23H2 update, scheduled for September 26th. Copilot takes its place as a central offering: a context-aware…
Global Institutional Trends
Cisco to Acquire Splunk for $28 Billion in Landmark Tech Deal
Image credit: Sora Shimazaki via Pexels Cisco and Splunk have announced an earth-shaking acquisition agreement valued at $28 billion in equity. In the deal, Cisco will acquire Splunk at $157 per share in cash. Towards AI-Powered Security This move aims to cement Cisco’s position…
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
StoryFile & Meta launch “Tell me, Inge” XR Experience
In partnership with the Meta, StoryFile and World Jewish Congress are excited to present the first interactive, English & German-language Extended Reality (XR) application that retells the story of Holocaust survivor Inge Auerbacher: “Tell me, Inge…” It is an Extended Reality…
Global Institutional Trends
Literary Titans Unite in Lawsuit Against OpenAI for Copyright Infringement
Image credit: Frimufilms via Freepik Prominent authors, including George R.R. Martin, have initiated a class-action lawsuit against OpenAI. They accuse the tech giant of systematic copyright infringement. OpenAI, the renowned AI research organization turned for-profit entity, is…
Global Institutional Trends
Microsoft Receives More Funding to Improve Military-Grade Goggles
Army places a new order for goggles based on HoloLens device Microsoft Corp.’s improved combat goggles have passed their first round of intensive testing by soldiers, and the tech giant has been awarded an order for another batch to be used for a make-or-break combat evaluation…
Global Cloud Services Trends
FinTech Platform ZayZoon raised $34.5 million in Series B funding
ZayZoon, a platform that allows employees to access their paycheck ahead of time, has recently closed $34.5 million in a recent funding. Led by co-founder and CEO Darcy Tuer it caters specifically to small and medium-sized businesses in the hospitality, retail, food service and…
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Petra Enhances Web3 User Experience with Coinbase Pay Integration
Image credit: Sergei Tokmakov via Pixabay Petra, the crypto wallet developed by Aptos Labs, has revealed its integration of Coinbase Pay into both its desktop and mobile applications. This partnership aims to address the growing challenges faced by web3 users, particularly in the…
Global Institutional Trends
Shaquille O’Neal Backs EdTech Startup Edsoma with Undisclosed Amount
Image credit: Edsoma NBA superstar and philanthropist Shaquille O’Neal is stepping into the world of education technology with a $2.5 million investment in Edsoma. This AI-driven platform is focused on enhancing children’s reading, communication, and educational skills. O’Neal…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Snap Launches New Tools to Entice More Brands to Invest in AR Experiences
Snap is rolling out a batch of new advertising and marketing tools for beauty brands to help them connect more with key audiences on Snapchat. At the 2023 Beauty Summit in New York, Snap revealed that it will soon launch non-live beauty Lenses, Bitmoji’s Beauty Drops feature, and…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
MAXST AR SDK 6.0 Released with Improved Tracker Performance
This week, South Korean AR platform MAXST announced that its AR application development tool MAXST AR SDK 6.0 has been updated to MAXST AR SDK 6.1.0. The update brings significant enhancements to the recognition performance of its trackers, offers a more immersive and realistic…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Apple Launches iPadOS 17 in Line with Fall Tradition
Image credit: cookie_studio via Freepik Tech enthusiasts eagerly await Apple’s autumn tradition – the release of its latest iPad operating system, iPadOS 17. This update promises to redefine the iPad experience for users in the UK and beyond. Release Date and Availability On…
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Blockchain Capital Secures $580 Million for Investment Initiatives
Image credit: Pixabay Blockchain Capital has successfully secured $580 million for two investment funds. This marks the largest fundraising milestone in the company’s ten-year history. Diverse Investment Avenues The first fund, a traditional early-stage venture fund, builds on…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Kenyan-Based ROAM Introduces Innovative All-Electric Bus
Image credit: Roam Kenyan electric mobility pioneer, ROAM, has rolled out a groundbreaking addition to its eco-friendly vehicle lineup. The company recently introducted “Move,” an all-electric shuttle bus. This initiative aims to improve Kenya’s public transportation system while…
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TikTok Sets Up Massive Black Friday Sale Vs. Giant Rivals
Image credit: Freepik As the days grow shorter and the temperature drops, retailers are already gearing up for the upcoming holiday season. As always Black Friday is at the top of their priorities. This year, a new player is entering the Black Friday arena with a bang – none…
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North Korean Hackers Suspected in Major Cryptocurrency Heists
Image credit: Freepik In the recent round of attcks targetting blockchain companies, evidence gathered strongly suggests North Korean hackers are behind these digital heists. The primary target CoinEx, a cryptocurrency exchange, reported a $31 million loss earlier this week.…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Firefly Aerospace Breaks Record with Victus Nox Mission
Image credit: wikiImages via Pixabay Firefly Aerospace, in partnership with Millennium Space Systems, has successfully launched the U.S. Space Force’s “Victus Nox” mission. This achievement sets a remarkable record in space exploration for the time it took the project to…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Google Promises 10 Years of Extended Updates for Chromebook
Google has announced a major expansion of the Chromebook’s lifespan: offering automatic updates for up to a decade to enhance security and user satisfaction. These updates come along with sustainability initiatives and improved repair processes. Chromebook as a Game-Changer Since…