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Europe AND Middle East regional intelligence explains how companies, people, policy moves, network operations, investment signals, data centre demand, telecom execution, and market constraints shape infrastructure delivery in the same geographic market or governance area. The page connects public articles with evidence, regional actors, operating dependencies, market context, and customer or regulatory exposure that may otherwise sit across separate topic or company pages. Readers can compare who is active, which signals are backed by public evidence, how local execution risk connects to broader internet infrastructure strategy, and what changes may affect customers, partners, regulators, or capital planning. Search users can understand the geography, the relevant infrastructure sectors, the public evidence base, and the practical questions that make the regional page more useful than a short listing of articles.
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Automation required to combat the AI content harvesters online
OUR TAKESThe article focuses on the problem of AI content harvesters crawling large amounts of data on the Internet and how website owners can block access to these harvesters by updating their robots.txt files. At the same time, the article highlights that with the rapid…
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Ether ETFs see $340M outflow in first week of trading
OUR TAKEIn their debut week, the nine US ETFs holding Ethereum saw a significant shift. $340 million was withdrawn from an older, high-fee Ethereum product that was recently converted to an ETF, although this conversion was aimed at modernising the fund. Meanwhile, eight new…
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Secure connect: Safeguarding data in a digital world
Secure connect is a cornerstone of modern digital communication, essential for protecting data and maintaining trust in the connected world.
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French telecom services hit by sabotage attacks
French telecom services suffered disruptions due to sabotage attacks on long-distance cables, affecting multiple locations and operators but sparing Paris where currently hosts the Olympics.
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CISOs face challenges with rising cyber threats and cloud vulnerabilities
OUR TAKE As cyber threats escalate and data volumes balloon, CISOs must prioritize resilience and recovery, with healthcare’s heightened vulnerability to ransomware underscoring the urgency for robust cloud security strategies to safeguard data integrity and business continuity.…
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How VAR and other tech is changing football
Imagine watching the European Championship final, tension palpable, as a crucial goal is scored in the final minutes. The stadium erupts in cheers and jeers, but wait – the referee signals for a VAR (Video Assistant Referee) review. The entire world holds its breath as the…
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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…
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Justice Department warns of TikTok’s potential election interference risks
OUR TAKE The Justice Department’s filing highlights serious concerns over national security and the potential for foreign interference in US elections through social media platforms. As TikTok battles to remain operational in the US, the outcome of this legal struggle could set…
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X Corp faces Irish DPC scrutiny over AI data use
Social media giant X Corp, owned by Elon Musk, faces regulatory scrutiny from the Irish Data Protection Commission over a new default privacy setting that allows user data to be used for AI training without clear opt-out options on mobile.
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Fire-rated server rooms: Crucial protection for your Data
A fire-rated server room is designed to withstand fire for a specific duration, typically measured in hours. This means the walls, ceilings, and floors are constructed with materials that can resist fire, preventing it from spreading and giving critical systems time to be safely…
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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…
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Amazon faces second tax evasion investigation in Milan
The inquiry, initiated in 2021, focuses on value-added taxes and customs duties related to the trading of goods within Italy and internationally.
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Apple delays AI features rollout until after iOS 18 release
Apple is delaying the rollout of its new artificial intelligence features, which will not be available at the initial launch of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 in September.
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What services does western power distribution provide?
Western power distribution(WPD) is one of 14 distribution network operators(DNO) in the UK. It serves nearly 8 million customers in the Midlands, South West and Wales. It’s one of the largest DNOs in the country. Western Power Distribution does not sell electricity. Its role is…
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Epic Games returns ‘Fortnite’ to Apple’s iOS in EU
Epic Games has announced the return of “Fortnite” to Apple’s iOS systems in the EU amid its long-lasting legal battle with Apple.
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Applied Intuition secures $300M secondary sale amid AI surge
OUR TAKEApplied Intuition’s got some serious cash flow now. They just closed a 300 million secondary sale, like, hot on the heels of their 250 million Series E. It’s like they’re printing money in the AI auto world. Fidelity’s joining the party, and even the early birds like Lux…
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NatWest’s $2.94B Metro Bank deal amid 16% profit drop
OUR TAKEIt looks like NatWest is gearing up to make a comeback. NatWest’s pre-tax operating profit for the first half of the year fell by 16%, but thankfully, it wasn’t as bad as expected. The main reason behind the decline was the intense competition in the mortgage market and…
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Ford shares plunge 18%, leading auto sector rout
OUR TAKEFord’s stock tanking like a lead balloon. Remember when Tesla’s ups and downs made headlines? Now Ford’s taking the spotlight with an 18.4% plunge, its worst in over a decade. It’s almost like investors are saying, ‘Enough’s enough with the warranty issues and missed…
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Software and AI demand drive IBM’s growth despite consulting drop
OUR TAKE IBM’s strong performance in the AI and software sectors underscores the growing demand for AI technologies and solutions. Despite challenges in consulting, the company’s strategic focus on AI positions it well for future growth. — Zoey Zhu, BTW reporter What happened IBM…
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Jean Pierre Mustier becomes Atos’ 5th CEO in 2 years
OUR TAKEChallenged by plummeting market values and financial distress, Atos has taken decisive steps to stabilise and drive the company back on track with the appointment of experienced Jean Pierre Mustier as its new CEO. Mustier’s appointment highlights the company’s urgent need…