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North America Institutional Trends
Hemlock Semiconductor receives $325M investment for new facility construction
What happened Hemlock Semiconductor, established in 1961, is the only U.S. manufacturer producing ultra-pure polysilicon, and it is one of only five companies in the world capable of producing polysilicon at the purity levels required by the top semiconductor market. As a result…
Global Institutional Trends
Microsoft to launch a brand new autonomous AI agent in November
What happened Starting in November, customers can create AI agents to handle daily tasks with little human help. Microsoft calls these agents “apps for an AI-driven world.” They can answer customer questions, find sales leads, and manage inventory. Customers will use Copilot…
Global Cloud Services Trends
10 new features available with MacOS Sequoia
What happened MacOS Sequoia is the latest version of Apple’s operating system for Mac computers, introduced with new features aimed at enhancing user experience. It focuses on improved performance, streamlined multitasking, and enhanced security. Key updates include a refined…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Google wins temporary pause on Play Store changes amid Epic Games lawsuit
What happened A California federal judge has granted Google a temporary halt on a previous ruling that ordered the company to overhaul its Android Play Store by November 1. The decision, made by U.S. District Judge James Donato, comes in response to an antitrust lawsuit filed by…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Eutelsat’s first OneWeb launch of SpaceX Rocket after merger
What happened Eutelsat, the world’s third-largest satellite operator by revenue, launched 20 satellites for its communications network on Sunday, employing Elon Musk’s SpaceX in its first action after combining two European companies last year. SpaceX launched the OneWeb Launch…
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
Robinhood launch free desktop platform after a decade
What happen On Wednesday, Robinhood (HOOD.O) released its long-awaited desktop platform and added futures and index options trading functionality to its mobile app, as the fintech business attempts to take market share away from traditional brokerage firms.Robinhood aims to…
Global Institutional Trends
Wolfspeed receive $750 million government funding, serving national security
What happen Wolfspeed, an American company that develops and produces wide-band gap semiconductors. The company specializes in chipmaking using silicon carbide and gallium nitride materials, and devices for radio frequency and power applications. In 2022, Wolfspeed announced…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Space export rules relaxed: What it means for U.S. companies
The Biden administration has relaxed export restrictions for U.S. space-related technologies, allowing companies such as SpaceX and Lockheed Martin to export less sensitive components to over 40 allied countries. These updates aim to reduce the regulatory burden on U.S.…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Intel and AMD form partnership to confront Arm’s dominance
In a strategic move to enhance their positions in the semiconductor market, Intel and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) have announced the creation of a collaborative advisory group. This initiative aims to ensure seamless software compatibility across their chip architectures. This…
Global Cloud Services Trends
OpenAI offers Thrive Capital exclusive sweetener in latest funding round
Thrive Capital’s over $1 billion investment in OpenAI’s funding round underscores AI’s rising market impact.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Apple drops out of talks to join OpenAI investment round
Apple withdraws from OpenAI’s $6.5B funding round talks; Microsoft and Nvidia continue, with Microsoft planning a $1billion investment.
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
Apple exits OpenAI funding as tech giants vie for AI dominance
Apple has reportedly exited negotiations for OpenAI’s $6.5 billion funding round, leaving Microsoft and Nvidia as key entities.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Thrive Capital secures exclusive clause in OpenAI’s funding
Thrive Capital invests over $1 billion in OpenAI′s $6.5 billion round, with an exclusive option for an additional $1 billion next year if revenue targets are met.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Transforming Eswatini through innovation at the Royal Science and Technology Park
The Royal Science and Technology Park (RSTP) is a dynamic driver of economic growth and innovation in the Kingdom of Eswatini. Established under the vision of His Majesty King Mswati III and enacted through the Royal Science and Technology Park Act of 2012, the RSTP aims to…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Visa acquires AI firm Featurespace to combat financial fraud
Visa has agreed to acquire AI-driven payments protection firm Featurespace to enhance its fraud detection capabilities.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Dell partners with Nvidia to launch AI for telecom programme
Dell launched “Dell AI for Telecom” at their 2024 forum in Kuala Lumpur, simplifying AI deployment for CSPs using Nvidia-powered servers.
Global Institutional Trends
Zuckerberg talks symbolic investment in eyewear partner
Zuckerberg’s emphasis on a symbolic investment reflects a strategic approach to strengthen Meta’s ties with EssilorLuxottica.
Global Datacenter Trends
Blackstone confirms $13.3B investment in AI data centre in Britain
Blackstone confirms $13.3 billion investment in an AI data centre in Blyth, creating 4,000 jobs, revitalising a derelict site previously meant for an EV battery factory.
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Li Auto launch delay tests investor confidence amid China-equity short-interest pressure
Li Auto's delayed battery-electric SUV rollout has become a market-confidence test. Reuters reported that the company pushed pure-electric SUV launches into 2025 because fast-charging coverage and retail display capacity were not ready. S3 Partners later listed Li Auto among…
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
OpenAI’s official account targeted in crypto scam incident
OUR TAKEThe hijacking of the official OpenAI Intelligence team account on X to promote a cryptocurrency scam is a troubling incident that underscores the vulnerabilities of online platforms and the sophistication of scammers. It’s alarming how easily fraudsters can exploit…