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Global Cloud Services Trends
Canva acquires Leonardo AI image startup to boost generative AI
Canva has acquired Leonardo AI, an Australian startup specialising in advanced generative AI for creating images and art.
North America Cloud Services Trends
Alphabet’s AI partnership with Anthropic faces UK scrutiny
UK’s antitrust watchdog is reviewing Alphabet’s partnership with Anthropic, examining its potential effects on the competitive landscape. In a recent joint statement, the CMA, along with US and EU counterparts, promised to collaborate to ensure fair competition within the AI…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
C5i expands AI capabilities with Analytic Edge acquisition
OUR TAKEC5i acquired Analytic Edge, a marketing analytics firm, which can improve C5i’s capabilities in data-driven marketing solutions with Analytic Edge’s expertise in analytics to improve client offerings. This acquisition of Analytic Edge aligns with C5i’s focus on…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Canva bolsters AI with Leonardo.ai acquisition
OUR TAKECanva has announced the acquisition of Leonardo.ai, a generative AI content and research startup, to bolster its AI technology stack. The financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed, but it involves a combination of cash and stock. Leonardo.ai’s entire team…
North America Cloud Services
US
OUR TAKEMonday saw a notable drop in the share prices of cryptocurrency companies, as bitcoin retreated from its peak above $70,000, influenced by Trump’s recent endorsement of cryptocurrency. The fluctuation illustrates the ongoing volatility in the crypto market. Nevertheless…
Global Cloud Services
Tech titans’ feud over Trump incident: Pro-Trump vs. Liberals
OUR TAKEThe public animosity among Silicon Valley’s elite underscores a broader political divide within the tech industry. As influential figures openly criticise each other, the once-unified front of innovation is showing cracks, potentially reshaping the industry’s future…
Global Cloud Services Trends
HPE’s $14B bet on Juniper faces regulatory hurdle
OUR TAKEIn my opinion, it’s like watching two giants of the tech world team up for a superhero movie. HPE swooping in to buy Juniper for $14 billion? That’s like Tony Stark buying Vibranium mines from Wakanda! And they’re banking on using Juniper’s strengths to take on Cisco, the…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
India’s Rapido joins unicorn club with $120M funding boost
OUR TAKERapido’s rise to unicorn status is like the ultimate Indian underdog story. They’re taking on the big guns like Uber and Ola with their two-wheeler game, showing that nimble and agile can beat out the big, bulky cabs. And partnering with Swiggy? That’s like having the…
North America Institutional Trends
FAA greenlights SpaceX’s Falcon 9 for launch
OUR TAKEThe FAA’s permission of the Falcon 9 is a significant development in the ongoing efforts to ensure safe and reliable space travel. SpaceX’s swift response and thorough investigation into the mid-flight failure reflect the company’s dedication to innovation and…
Global Cloud Services Trends
LinkedIn settles $6.6M lawsuit over inflated video ad metrics
OUR TAKEIt seems LinkedIn hit a snag this time, shelling out over $6.6 million to settle with advertisers. This reminds me of Facebook’s similar mishap with ad data transparency. Tech giants really need to step up their game in this area. LinkedIn denies any wrongdoing but is…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Thailand plans new tax breaks to attract investment in hybrid cars
OUR TAKEThailand has announced a new set of incentives aimed at attracting significant investment in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) over the next four years. The plan, which aims to boost Thailand’s bid to become an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing hub, includes significant…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
How can an application load balancer optimise your web traffic?
A load balancer plays a key role in managing traffic across multiple servers, ensuring that no single server is overloaded. This function is critical to keeping applications running smoothly, especially in high-traffic environments. With the rise of cloud computing and the…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Apple plans to launch its first foldable iPhone in 2026
OUR TAKEApple has been developing foldable screen technology for some time and has applied for related patents. According to reports, Apple’s foldable iPhone is expected to be thinner and lighter than competitors on the market, and Apple is working to fix the crease problem…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Does load balancer have an IP address?
Load balancers utilise IP addresses for directing traffic, maintaining session continuity, and enhancing network security. A load balancer is a device or software distributing network or application traffic across multiple servers, which helps in managing the workload and…
Companies
IDNOG 2024: HI-tech network innovations come to Jakarta
OUR TAKEThe shared knowledge and connections on IDNOG 2024 formed here will drive the network operations industry forward, making it an essential event for professionals in the field. The event’s emphasis on advanced technologies, professional development, and networking ensures…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Microsoft Defender’s security breach enables spread of dangerous malware
OUR TAKE The ongoing exploitation of the Microsoft Defender SmartScreen vulnerability highlights the persistent threat of cyber attacks targeting security weaknesses. The rapid deployment of sophisticated infostealers underscores the need for timely updates and vigilant security…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
UK and India launch ambitious Tech Security Initiative
The UK and India have launched the Technology Security Initiative (TSI) to enhance cooperation in areas such as telecommunications, semiconductors, AI, quantum, biotechnology, and advanced materials.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Taiwanese startup TiSpace aims to launch rocket in Japan
TiSpace, a Taiwanese startup, is poised to become the first foreign company to launch a rocket from Japan in early 2025.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Grayscale’s Ethereum lead at risk as big investors launch ETFs
OUR TAKEGrayscale’s position in the cryptocurrency world is getting increasingly tumultuous. The market went wild when bitcoin ETFs were first approved. Now, with Ethereum ETFs on the rise, Grayscale’s dominant status seems to be tottering. Look at the financial giants like…
Global Cloud Services Trends
SK Hynix posts record profit as AI demand boosts investment
OUR TAKESK Hynix is turning things around. After a deficit last year, the company posted a significant profit in the second quarter, marking its strongest performance in six years. Fueled by the AI boom, their high-bandwidth memory (HBM) has become highly sought after, driving…