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Global Cloud Services Trends
Samsung Union stages first-ever strike over pay dispute
The dispute centres on bonus payments, particularly in the semiconductor division, which did not receive extra payments last year.
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Salesforce plans to launch its first AI centre in London
Salesforce, the software giant, noted that the AI market in the U.K. is expected to grow to over $1 trillion by 2035.
Global Cloud Services
AMS-IX: Empowering global internet connectivity
AMS-IX enhances global internet connectivity with a secure, innovative platform for traffic exchange and strategic global partnerships.
Global Institutional Trends
Crypto exchange Binance moves to dismiss $12.8B London lawsuit
Alongside Binance, other exchanges, including Kraken, are facing a lawsuit at London’s Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT).
Global Cloud Services Trends
Hitachi signs $18.9B generative AI partnership with Microsoft
The collaboration aims to enhance productivity and generate significant revenue through generative AI applications.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Databricks acquires Tabular for $1B to unify data lakehouse standards
Databricks and Tabular will integrate Iceberg and Delta Lake into a unified standard, enhancing interoperability.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
5G Network acquires Security Shift to boost cybersecurity services
Details of acquisition 5G Networks Limited has acquired Security Shift Pty Ltd and its associated entities for AUD 4 million (approximately USD 2.6 million), representing a valuation of three times EBITDA or one times revenue. This strategic move is funded through existing cash…
Global Cloud Services Trends
ASML, Imec launch High NA EUV lithography test lab in Veldhoven
OUR TAKEAlthough ASML has orders for more than a dozen, TSMC, its biggest customer for EUV equipment, has said it does not need to use High NA tools for its A16 chip. Based on this, I doubt whether this new chip would have a good future.–Jinny Xu, BTW reporter ASML, a…
Global Institutional
Is the Internet Archive safe?
The Internet Archive is a legitimate library, but connection security, account exposure and individual streams or downloads require separate risk checks.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Nubank enters Neobank market and launch eSIM services
Nubank’s Travel eSIM services are easier to implement in terms of the MVNO role due to its partnership with Gigs.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Musk faces lawsuit over delayed disclosure of Twitter stake
Elon Musk is being accused of defrauding investors by delaying the disclosure of his growing stake in Twitter in 2022. The amended lawsuit, filed by a Twitter investor, alleges that Musk’s secrecy allowed him to buy shares at lower prices, saving him over $200 million to the…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Riot proposes $950M acquisition of bitcoin miner Bitfarms
Bitfarms criticised Riot for not responding to their requests for standard confidentiality and non-solicitation measures.
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Apple to launch Android TV+ app to expand streaming service
This development marks a shift in Apple’s approach, traditionally reserved for its ecosystem, as it seeks growth in service revenue.
Global Cloud Services Trends
AWS and Orange explore partnership for African cloud computing
AWS and Orange signed a global strategic partnership to offer a one-stop shop responding to the client transformation needs.
North America National Telecom Trends
T-Mobile acquires most of US Cellular in $4.4 billion deal
This deal is expected to boost competition in the telecom industry, potentially lowering prices and fostering innovation.
Global Institutional Trends
Apple’s WWDC may include AI-generated emoji and an OpenAI partnership
Apple is set to unveil its AI strategy at WWDC 2024, possibly featuring features like voice memo transcription and auto-generated emojis.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
AWS eyes major cloud investment in Italy
AWS has launched significant cloud regions in Europe, including Germany and Italy, and is focusing on infrastructure for telecom and other regulated industries.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Snowflake acquires TruEra to bolster data cloud capabilities
TruEra brings AI model monitoring and observability to enhance Snowflake’s data cloud capabilities and ensure data accuracy.
Global Cloud Services Trends
P2P lending: A comprehensive analysis of its investment potential
P2P lending can be a valuable addition to an investor’s portfolio, offering the potential for higher returns, diversification, passive income, and control over investment selection. However, it’s essential for investors to conduct thorough due diligence, understand the risks…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Seed funding: Essential guide for startups and investors
Dive into the essentials of seed funding in this comprehensive overview, where we explore the varied sources of initial capital for startups, from friends and family to angel investors and crowdfunding platforms. Learn about the significance of these early investments in…