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Within the Time Horizon facet, Medium time-horizon intelligence organises articles by the period over which a signal is expected to matter. The page helps readers distinguish immediate operational changes from longer-cycle governance, investment, standards, and infrastructure shifts that may unfold across quarters or years. It connects timing assumptions with public evidence, related actors, market context, customer exposure, policy pressure, and infrastructure planning so readers can judge whether a development is urgent, strategic, or still waiting on confirming evidence. The page also explains how time horizon changes the meaning of a signal, which organisations may be exposed, and which infrastructure decisions require short-term action or long-cycle monitoring.

US crypto funds see $7.5B inflows as investor confidence grows in 2025

North America Cloud Services

US crypto funds see $7.5B inflows as investor confidence grows in 2025

US crypto funds pass $7.5B in 2025 inflows, led by Bitcoin ETFs as investors seek regulated digital asset exposure.

May 20, 2025
Franklin unlocks yield on idle payroll with DeFi

Companies

Franklin unlocks yield on idle payroll with DeFi

Franklin launches blockchain-based Payroll Treasury Yield, letting companies earn returns on idle payroll funds via DeFi lending.

May 20, 2025
CRO hits US market with new Crypto.com and Canary Capital trust

North America Cloud Services Trends

CRO hits US market with new Crypto.com and Canary Capital trust

Crypto.com and Canary Capital launch first US-regulated investment trust holding Cronos blockchain’s native token, CRO.

May 20, 2025
Verizon’s $20bn frontier deal approved after DEI rollback

North America Regional ISP Trends

Verizon’s $20bn frontier deal approved after DEI rollback

DEI rollback clears path for verizon deal The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States has granted approval for Verizon Communications to acquire Frontier Communications, a fibre-optic provider, for $20 billion, with the stipulation that Verizon must terminate…

May 20, 2025
Juniper and ServiceNow launch AI automation

Global Cloud Services Trends

Juniper and ServiceNow launch AI automation

What happened: Juniper and ServiceNow integrate platforms Juniper Networks and ServiceNow have expanded their partnership to deliver an integrated solution combining Juniper’s AI-native networking platform, Mist™, with ServiceNow’s Telecom Service Management, Inventory, and Sales…

May 20, 2025
SK Telecom cyberattack exposes millions to SIM cloning risks

Asia-Pacific National Telecom Trends

SK Telecom cyberattack exposes millions to SIM cloning risks

Massive data breach triggers SIM card crisis On 18 April 2025, SK Telecom, South Korea’s leading mobile network operator, detected a cyberattack that compromised sensitive Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) data of approximately 25 million users, including those on…

May 20, 2025
China Telecom appoints Liu Guoqing as President and COO

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

China Telecom appoints Liu Guoqing as President and COO

What happened: Liu Guoqing appointed as President and COO of China Telecom China Telecom, one of China’s largest telecommunications operators, has appointed Liu Guoqing as its new President and COO. This leadership change signals a new chapter for the company, which provides a…

May 20, 2025
PPC begins building 98 MW battery storage in northern Greece

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services

PPC begins building 98 MW battery storage in northern Greece

What happened: PPC begins construction of 98 MW battery storage systems in northern Greece Public Power Corporation (PPC) has commenced the construction of two significant battery energy storage systems (BESS) in northern Greece. The first, Melitis 1, will have a capacity of 48…

May 20, 2025
Colombia flags concerns over Telefónica sale

Latin America and Caribbean National Telecom Trends

Colombia flags concerns over Telefónica sale

Colombia’s regulators raise competition concerns over Telefónica’s $400 million sale of its Colombian unit to Millicom.

May 20, 2025
OpenAI appoints ex-Facebook VP as new applications CEO

Global Cloud Services Trends

OpenAI appoints ex-Facebook VP as new applications CEO

What happened: OpenAI appoints Fidji Simo as new CEO of Applications OpenAI has appointed Fidji Simo, the former VP of Facebook, as the new CEO of Applications. Simo, who has been on OpenAI’s board for the past year, will focus on scaling the company’s traditional functions as it…

May 20, 2025
Reflex partners with Nokia to upgrade South African broadband

Africa Cloud Services Trends

Reflex partners with Nokia to upgrade South African broadband

What happened: Enhancing broadband access as Nokia and Reflex unite for South Africa Nokia and Reflex have announced a partnership to enhance broadband access and quality across South Africa. This collaboration will see Reflex deploying Nokia‘s advanced Broadband Network Gateway…

May 20, 2025
Top tech news today: May 20, 2025

North America Cloud Services Trends

Top tech news today: May 20, 2025

Tech News Roundup 1. Crypto.com and Canary launch US fund Crypto.com and Canary Capital have announced a new fund aimed at attracting institutional investors in the US, focusing on cryptocurrency opportunities. Source 2. Franklin taps blockchain for payroll yields Franklin is…

May 20, 2025
Tornado Cash accuses US prosecutors of withholding evidence

North America Cloud Services Trends

Tornado Cash accuses US prosecutors of withholding evidence

Storm alleges prosecutors withheld key evidence in Crypto case Roman Storm, co-founder of the cryptocurrency mixing service Tornado Cash, has accused U.S. federal prosecutors of withholding exculpatory evidence that could significantly impact his ongoing criminal case. In a…

May 20, 2025
Internet Day 2025 Argentina ends on a high note for connectivity

Latin America and Caribbean Cloud Services Trends

Internet Day 2025 Argentina ends on a high note for connectivity

Internet Day 2025 Argentina concluded successfully, highlighting connectivity advancements, AI applications, and digital talent development.

May 20, 2025
MediaMath: Advancing programmatic advertising innovation

Global Cloud Services

MediaMath: Advancing programmatic advertising innovation

MediaMath: Transforming digital advertising with data and AI Founded in 2007, MediaMath pioneered the first demand-side platform (DSP), helping marketers automate and optimize digital ad buying. Headquartered in New York, the company serves clients in over 40 countries, including…

May 20, 2025
Satellite-5G vehicle tech showcased in Paris trials

Global Institutional Trends

Satellite-5G vehicle tech showcased in Paris trials

What happened: Live trials demonstrate connected car breakthroughs BMW and Viasat joined forces this week in Paris to showcase connected vehicle technology using satellite and terrestrial networks. Organised by the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), the trial marked the first time…

May 20, 2025
AI-generated editorial portrait of Philip Maguire based on a public profile photo

Leaders

Interview with Philip Maguire: Tackling urban mobile capacity

Philip Maguire, a veteran in the telecommunications sector since 1981, is the founder and CEO of Inakalum, known for its innovative approach to mobile infrastructure through its flagship tool, NetworkUX. In our interview, Maguire shared how his decades-long journey — from…

May 19, 2025
RIPE 90 closes with calls for ICP-2 update improvements and number portability

Global Cloud Services Trends

RIPE 90 closes with calls for ICP-2 update improvements and number portability

RIPE 90 ends in Lisbon with urgent calls for IPv6 rollout acceleration and major reforms in internet abuse handling systems.

May 19, 2025
Datacloud Global Congress 2025: June 3–5 in Cannes

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Datacloud Global Congress 2025: June 3–5 in Cannes

What happened: Datacloud Global Congress 2025: Digital Infrastructure Event in France The Datacloud Global Congress 2025 will be held from June 3 to June 5 at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France. This event will bring together over 3,500 leaders from the data center, cloud…

May 19, 2025
BT to establish standalone international unit

Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends

BT to establish standalone international unit

What happened: BT to create standalone international unit BT has announced plans to establish its international business as a standalone unit, separate from its UK operations. This strategic move is intended to allow both segments to focus on their respective markets and growth…

May 19, 2025