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Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
IBM report reveals surging data breach costs in the UK
OUR TAKE The escalating costs of data breaches in the UK underscore the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures. As companies face increasing financial burdens, the importance of proactive security strategies and investments in AI-driven solutions cannot be overstated.…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft calls OpenAI a competitor in SEC filing
OUR TAKEThe designation of OpenAI as a competitor by Microsoft highlights the intricate balance between partnership and rivalry in the tech industry. While this may address regulatory concerns, it also reflects the dynamic nature of tech alliances, where companies must…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Apple urges US judge to dismiss antitrust lawsuit
Apple asks US court to toss antitrust suit. A dismissal would favor Apple, but a guilty verdict could bring penalties and business changes.
Europe and Middle East Datacenter
EU greenlights HPE’s $14B Juniper Networks acquisition
OUR TAKEHPE’s is planning to swallow Juniper Networks for a whopping $14 billion.The EU has given its unconditional approval, saying after a thorough investigation that the merger won’t significantly hurt competition in wireless LAN equipment, access points, and Ethernet/data…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Italy’s Bending Spoons acquires file-sharing pioneer WeTransfer
Bending Spoons SpA, an Italian mobile app developer, has acquired Dutch file-sharing service WeTransfer, continuing its global expansion after recent acquisitions, including Evernote.
North America Institutional Trends
Canada investigates Ticketmaster for data breach
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada launched an investigation into a data breach at Ticketmaster.
Global Cloud Services Trends
CrowdStrike faces lawsuit from shareholders over software outage
CrowdStrike faces a shareholder lawsuit over a major software outage in July, highlighting the severe impacts of IT system failures.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
ThetaRay acquires Screena to boost $57M financial crime platform
OUR TAKEThetaRay, the Israeli giant in AI-driven transaction monitoring, just made their first big move by acquiring Belgium’s up-and-coming fintech company, Screena. Screena’s got some serious anti-money laundering screening tech, it’s like having X-ray vision for the financial…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Why data backup is non-negotiable for every business?
In today’s digital landscape, data is often hailed as the lifeblood of a business. Its role in operations, decision-making, and customer engagement is crucial. Given its significance, one might wonder: Is it mandatory for businesses to back up their data? The answer is…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
INET and KKU forge partnership to propel technological innovation for future generations
INET and KKU partner to advance tech innovation and education in Thailand through research, training, and collaborative projects.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
SET and FTSE Russell announce partnership to enhance ESG standards in Thailand
SET partners with FTSE Russell to adopt a new ESG scoring framework by 2026, aligning Thai market standards with global practices.
Europe and Middle East Regional ISP Trends
Vodafone and Telefonica launch joint fibre venture in Spain
Vodafone Spain and Telefonica have entered into a non-binding term sheet to establish a joint fibre network company known as FibreCo. The FibreCo deal is poised to set a precedent for sustainable development within the telecommunications sector, encouraging energy conservation…
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
Court rules in favor of Google in RNC email spam filter lawsuit
OUR TAKERNC’s lawsuit against Google, claiming email spam folder sabotage, got the boot from a judge. It’s like trying to blame the weatherman for your umbrella getting lost in a gusty day. Google’s denial, backed by the FEC’s non-bias ruling, feels like a “we told you so”…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft’s Azure growth below estimates amid AI investment rises
Microsoft’s Azure growth fell slightly below expectations, while the company plans to support the expansion of AI services.
Latin America and Caribbean Institutional Trends
Brazil unveils $4.07B AI investment plan
OUR TAKEBrazil’s ambitious AI investment plan underscores its commitment to achieving technological sovereignty. By focusing on sectors such as public health, agriculture, and education, Brazil aims to harness AI for widespread societal benefits. This strategic move could…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Canva strengthens design offerings through acquisition of Leonardo AI
OUR TAKEThe acquisition of Leonardo reflects Canva’s dedication to innovation and growth in the creative design sector. Canva aims to push the boundaries of generative AI technology and provides advanced tools for creative projects. This integration will enable Canva to provide…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Airtable’s acquisition of Dopt for AI-enhanced user experiences
OUR TAKEAirtable, a company known for its collaborative platform, has announced the acquisition of Dopt, a startup that specialises in creating AI-powered onboarding experiences for new users. This strategic move is part of Airtable’s broader push into the AI space, aiming to…
North America Institutional Trends
UK antitrust body examines Google’s partnership with Anthropic
OUR TAKECMA has launched a preliminary investigation into the partnership between Google and US AI start-up Anthropic to assess whether this partnership has resulted in a material lessening of competition in the UK market.The CMA is inviting stakeholders and interested parties to…
North America Cloud Services Trends
‘Dr. Doom’ Nouriel Roubini is looking to launch his first ETF
OUR TAKENouriel Roubini, often called “Dr. Doom” because he predicted the 2008 financial crisis, is now jumping into the ETF game with his new Atlas America Fund. He’s one of the fund’s managers, and they’re aiming to keep it pretty stable and low-risk. They’re investing in a…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Intel confirms launch for ‘Lunar Lake’ laptop chips on September 3
Intel has confirmed the launch of its next-generation Core Ultra processors, codenamed “Lunar Lake,” on September 3 in Berlin, featuring a significant focus on AI and performance improvements.