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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.

Tonga women in ICT champion digital literacy at Pacific IGF

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Tonga women in ICT champion digital literacy at Pacific IGF

The Pacific IGF was an important platform for TWICT to share its successes and highlight the ongoing need for gender equality and empowerment in the ICT sector as fundamental drivers of sustainable development in the Pacific region. Pacific forum highlights digital governance and…

Sep 13, 2024
APNIC58: IPv6 in the internet of everything and anti-counterfeiting

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APNIC58: IPv6 in the internet of everything and anti-counterfeiting

At the recent APNIC58 conference, two speakers, Guangliang PAN (Benny) and Wei WANG (Wesley), presented on the future of IPv6 and its implications for connecting non-electronic items to the internet. The discussion revolved around the concept of the “Internet of Everything,”…

Sep 13, 2024
Musician creates fake AI songs and fake listeners to reap $10M in streaming royalties

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Musician creates fake AI songs and fake listeners to reap $10M in streaming royalties

OUR TAKEMichael Smith’s case is a wake-up call on AI’s potential misuse in music, highlighting the need for tighter industry regulations to safeguard artists’ earnings and the reliability of streaming data. The music sector must balance tech innovation with preserving artistic…

Sep 13, 2024
Top tech news stories today: September 13, 2024

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Top tech news stories today: September 13, 2024

IT infrastructure 1. FDA authorizes first OTC hearing aid software to be used in Apple’s AirPods Pro The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday authorized the first over-the-counter hearing aid software that is intended to be used with compatible versions of the Apple…

Sep 13, 2024
Interview with Adam Zhou from Novita AI: Driving innovation in AI solutions

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Interview with Adam Zhou from Novita AI: Driving innovation in AI solutions

In a recent interview, Adam Zhou, a key figure at Novita AI, shed light on the company’s innovative contributions to the AI industry. As the leader of Novita AI’s ecological cooperation division, Adam Zhou discussed how the company is revolutionising AI development by offering a…

Sep 13, 2024
Android tablet-0913

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Google trials desktop mode on tablets for Android

Google is testing a feature that allows Android tablet users to freely resize and arrange app windows, improving multitasking capabilities.

Sep 13, 2024
GSMA announces Vivek Badrinath as Director General

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GSMA announces Vivek Badrinath as Director General

Vivek Badrinath appointed Director General of GSMA Following a rigorous selection process, the GSMA Board is pleased to announce that Vivek Badrinath will be appointed Director General and Member of the GSMA Board, effective 1st April 2025. This follows the announcement on 4th…

Sep 12, 2024
SCPT Director General visits Kolwezi for infrastructure assessment

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SCPT Director General visits Kolwezi for infrastructure assessment

SCPT Director General inspects Kolwezi facilities and identifies property mismanagement issues.

Sep 12, 2024
9-12-VMware hypervisors

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Understanding VMware hypervisors: A comprehensive guide

What is a hypervisor? A hypervisor, also known as a virtual machine monitor (VMM), is software that enables multiple virtual machines (VMs) to run on a single physical server or host. Each VM operates independently, with its own operating system (OS) and applications, while the…

Sep 12, 2024
Adobe to launch generative AI video creation tool later this year

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Adobe to launch generative AI video creation tool later this year

OUR TAKEAdobe’s introduction of the Firefly Video Model signals a significant leap in AI-driven video creation. By allowing users to generate video clips from text and image prompts, Adobe is positioning itself as a major player in the AI video tool market. This new tool promises…

Sep 12, 2024
Amazon’s AWS to invest $1.8B in Brazil through 2034

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Amazon’s AWS to invest $1.8B in Brazil through 2034

OUR TAKEAWS’s $1.8 billion investment in Brazil’s data centre infrastructure marks a significant boost for the country’s tech landscape. By expanding in São Paulo, AWS aims to meet the rising demand for cloud services and AI capabilities, enhancing its regional presence. This…

Sep 12, 2024
The crucial role of hypervisors in virtualisation

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The crucial role of hypervisors in virtualisation

Hypervisors enable the creation and management of multiple virtual machines on a single physical host, optimising resource utilisation.

Sep 12, 2024
Huawei triumphs with Mate XT but price sparks dismay

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Huawei triumphs with Mate XT but price sparks dismay

The launch of Huawei’s Mate XT represents an achievement in smartphone technology, particularly under the constraints of U.S. sanctions.

Sep 12, 2024
Utah social media youth law blocked

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Utah social media youth law blocked

The law requiring age verification for social media users likely violates the First Amendment rights of tech companies.

Sep 12, 2024
What is a hypervisor?

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What is a hypervisor?

The hypervisor is a pivotal element of virtualisation technology, playing a crucial role in modern IT infrastructures by enabling multiple virtual machines to coexist on a single physical server. Its ability to optimise resource usage, enhance security, and simplify management…

Sep 12, 2024
Key aspects of automated patch management

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Key aspects of automated patch management

Automated patch management refers to the process of automatically handling and applying software patches and updates to systems and applications. This approach is designed to streamline and simplify the process of maintaining and securing software by automating the detection…

Sep 12, 2024
UK to designate data centres as ‘critical national infrastructure’

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UK to designate data centres as ‘critical national infrastructure’

OUR TAKEBy classifying data centres as critical national infrastructure, the UK government aims to provide them with additional protection from cyber attacks. This is crucial as data centres are vital for the functioning of communication systems across the country, and any…

Sep 12, 2024
Indian crypto adoption leads globally despite regulatory challenges

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Indian crypto adoption leads globally despite regulatory challenges

Chainalysis’s report indicates that India has retained its leading position in cryptocurrency adoption globally, despite a challenging regulatory environment, with significant use of centralised exchanges and DeFi assets.

Sep 12, 2024
RAYA CX: Driving global customer experience excellence

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RAYA CX: Driving global customer experience excellence

Established in 2001, RAYA CX has evolved from a regional Middle Eastern leader into a premier global provider of business process management and customer experience solutions.

Sep 12, 2024
GITGE: Empowering Equatorial Guinea’s digital future

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GITGE: Empowering Equatorial Guinea’s digital future

GITGE (Gestor de Infraestructuras de Telecomunicaciones de Guinea Ecuatorial) plays a key role in the digital transformation of Equatorial Guinea and Central Africa. As an operator of advanced telecommunications infrastructure, GITGE is responsible for the commercialisation…

Sep 12, 2024